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Polk BOOM Adds to Ready 4 Anything Speaker Family with New Swimmer Duo and Swimmer Jr.

Water, Dirt and Shock-proof Wireless Speakers Deliver Music for Any of Life's Adventures with New Function and Design

VISTA, Calif., Sept. 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Polk BOOM, a lifestyle audio brand targeting adventure-oriented consumers, continues to transform the ways and places people can listen to music with the debut of two new rugged Bluetooth(TM) speakers, Swimmer Duo and Swimmer Jr. Like the original Swimmer, both products are water-, dirt- and shock-proof with a unique, flexible tail design and deliver hi-fi sound from extremely compact, portable packages.

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The Swimmer Duo features several upgrades to the original design, as well as new capabilities. Wrapped in a silicone casing to withstand hard drops, it now allows two units to be linked wirelessly to create a stereo pair, creating a discrete, more enriched immersive listening experience that pumps out louder and more natural sound. It also features a built-in speakerphone, enabling users to take calls directly from the speaker. To make the Duo even more adaptable, an extra inch was added to the flexible tail attachment, allowing users to securely loop the device to virtually any object, like a paddle, bike handle bar, pole, or tree branch. Additionally, the Swimmer Duo's flexible tail is detachable and can be swapped out with an included suction cup for sticking it to flat surfaces like a window or shower wall.

The compact Swimmer Jr. is about the size of a racquet ball, yet delivers surprisingly loud, high quality audio for those in search of an ultra-portable speaker. The Swimmer Jr. also features a hard shell with silicone bumper around the grille for protection, and it has speakerphone capabilities.

Both the Swimmer Duo and Swimmer Jr. offer the same rugged features consumers love most about the original Swimmer, including certified shock and drop resistance and a waterproof IPX Level 7 rating, which allows the speakers to be submerged in 3 ft. of water for up to 30 minutes.

"Pushing the limits of where you can take sound is the core of what drives us," said Polk BOOM's founder, Ryan Minarik. "With the development of Swimmer Duo and Swimmer Jr., our primary goals were to pack as much punch into the smallest sized speakers while extending the flexibility of placement and amplifying the soundstage via stereo linking. We believe these updates continue to provide and expand a 'Ready 4 Anything' listening experience."

Swimmer Duo and Swimmer Jr. retail for $59.99 and $39.99 respectively, and both models are available now on Polk BOOM's website, AT&T stores and online at AT&T.com, Amazon.com as well as other online retailers. Both models will be available at Target and Target.com in October. Swimmer Duo colorways include Monochromatic Black, Blue, Orange and a limited edition, two-toned Green/Orange offering. Swimmer Jr. comes in Monochromatic Black, Blue and Gray with a Green bumper.

About Polk BOOM
Polk BOOM is a company within the Sound United family of high performance audio brands. Designed for the consumer leading an active, adventurous lifestyle, Polk BOOM designs personal audio products that make sharing your music as simple as enjoying it. From rugged, portable, Bluetooth speakers to in-ear and over-ear headphones, each Polk BOOM product continues to serve the lifestyle of the adventurous individual, born on original motives. Sound Inspires. Be BOOM.

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Marvell and Leading European Telecom Provider Swisscom Expand Collaboration to Launch Ultra HD Android Set-Top Boxes

Swisscom deploys Ultra HD services in Europe powered by Marvell's innovative ARMADA 1500 Ultra and Avastar 88W8897 Platform solution

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 16, 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 expanded its partnership with Swisscom, a leading European telecom provider, to launch a new line of Ultra HD (UHD) Android IPTV set-top boxes (STBs) powered by Marvell's ARMADA® 1500 Ultra (88DE3218) system-on-chip (SoC) platform. The platform includes Marvell's proven Avastar® 88W8897 2x2 Wi-Fi processor delivering carrier grade video services.  Marvell's ARMADA 1500 Ultra cost-effectively delivers feature-rich UHD entertainment and gaming services to Swisscom's subscribers. This UHD partnership builds upon the successful launch and market acceptance of Swisscom TV 2.0 in 2014.

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"Marvell provides innovative technologies that enable service providers to introduce new business models and revenue generating services with uncompromised image quality at an affordable cost," said Weili Dai, President and Co-Founder at Marvell. "I am proud of our continued collaboration with Swisscom and other leading telecom providers to bring high quality, immersive entertainment experiences to consumers."

"Marvell's ARMADA 1500 Ultra enables Swisscom's UHD STB to deliver high-performance UHD entertainment and gaming services to our subscribers in a low power, cost-effective, small form factor," said Peter Fregelius, Head of TV Development and Technology. "We are excited to continue our strong collaboration with Marvell to now deliver compelling UHD entertainment experiences to our customers with features like unlimited CatchUp TV, blazing channel change speeds and seamless connectivity."

The ARMADA 1500 Ultra offers a complete platform solution, providing support for video SoCs, Wi-Fi and IoT 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 Cortex A53 ARMv8 64-bit CPU and 51 GFLOP GPU, the ARMADA 1500 Ultra's innovative architecture combines impressive processing power in an incredibly small package, which is four times smaller than other SoCs on the market, enabling powerful and aesthetically appealing compact STB designs. Marvell's platform also features a sophisticated security processor supporting leading revenue security 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 conditional access systems (CAS).

"Our collaboration with Marvell is enabling operators like Swisscom to launch some of the first next-generation UHD services that ensure compliance with UHD premium service delivery requirements," said Petr Peterka, CTO at Verimatrix. "The ARMADA 1500 Ultra platform integrated with VCAS Ultra offers an enhanced content security profile using fully integrated VideoMark(TM) watermarking technology, as well as Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) support on the Android TV platform."

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 Cortex-A53 ARMv8 64-bit CPU allows
        operators to deploy rich media/web-based TV applications and Android TV
        services for an enhanced viewing experience. The Cortex-A53 is future
        proofed for the 64-bit software roadmap
    --  8 core GPU, 8 shader Vivante GC7000XS with hardware tessellation and
        geometry shaders optimized for the Android gaming ecosystem
    --  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)
Key features of the Swisscom TV 2.0 UHD Android Set-top box:

    --  Support for the latest video resolutions with UltraHD content for Live
        and VoD
    --  Powerful user interface for an intuitive user experience
    --  Seven day replay Guide for all channels
    --  Streamed Gaming
    --  Voice enabled Search
    --  App Store
    --  Ultra small STB Size of 105 x 105 x 30 mm
    --  Fully supporting CoC v9 Tier 2 requirements
    --  Blazing channel change times
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, Avastar, Qdeo, ARMADA and Kinoma are registered trademarks of Marvell and/or its affiliates. Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others.

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Zymbit Announces ZymKey for Improved Data Security for IoT Devices

ZymKey Uses both Hardware and Software to Secure Raspberry Pi and Linux Devices

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Zymbit, a company that develops hardware and software products for building secure Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, today announced the ZymKey, a low-cost key for authenticating and encrypting data between IoT devices.  The company also launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund the first production run of keys (https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/783834399). Backers of the Kickstarter campaign can claim their space in the new Zymbit.City, which is a community where makers, developers and datapreneurs collaborate around trusted data streams to solve real problems.

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"The Internet of Things will reach its full potential when real people like you and I begin to connect our devices and share data streams," said Phil Strong, CEO of Zymbit. "Then we can work together to solve real problems that impact our everyday lives. Funding our Kickstarter campaign is not just about building the ZymKey, it's about enabling an entire community of people to collaborate around secure data streams and ideas."

The ZymKey is a tiny, low-cost device that integrates silicon and software into a simple, ready-to-go package that will automatically work with Raspberry Pi and other Linux devices. The product integrates seamlessly with Zymbit's IoT platform, which includes Zymbit.Connect software, Zymbit.City community, and the Zymbit.Orange secure IoT motherboard. Together, the platform lets IoT professional developers and makers innovate faster with the confidence of data security and integrity.

The Zymbit platform makes it easy to collect and share data in a trusted way. The platform embraces open technologies and gives people the freedom to innovate quickly without compromising security or performance. Zymbit.City provides a forum where people with common interests can work together on ideas powered by verified and authenticated data.     

An early customer is Dr. Mark Kram of Groundswell Technologies (http://www.groundswelltech.com), who is using Zymbit to monitor for potentially harmful air quality conditions.  "Many communities are concerned about the release of toxic chemicals into the environment," Dr. Kram said. "People can be exposed to harmful conditions without their knowledge because our air and breathing environments are rarely monitored continuously. With Zymbit, we can detect exposures whenever and wherever they occur around the devices, identify trends and automatically issue alerts. The ZymKey ensures we are receiving secure, authenticated data because if we're going to warn people about a risk, we'd better not be wrong."

People who contribute to the Kickstarter campaign at https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/783834399 will have the opportunity to receive a ZymKey reward when it ships later this year in addition to securing a spot in the Zymbit.city community.

About Zymbit

Founded in 2014, Zymbit is headquartered in Santa Barbara, California with offices in New York, NY.  The company provides pre-packaged hardware and software solutions for bringing IoT inspirations to life.  Zymbit's launch products include Zymbit.Orange, and Zymbit.Connect, which are expected to ship in late 2015.  For more information, visit http://www.zymbit.com.

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Microsemi Collaborates with HMS Industrial Networks AB to Introduce Highly Secure Anybus CompactCom 40 Industrial Protocol Solutions

HMS Industrial Networks Provides Robust Multi-protocol Industrial Ethernet Solutions on a Single SmartFusion2 FPGA Platform

ALISO VIEJO, Calif., Sept. 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC), a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, and HMS Industrial Networks (HMSN.ST), a leading supplier of communications technology for industrial automation, announced the availability of HMS's Anybus CompactCom 40-series products for industrial Ethernet solutions based on Microsemi's SmartFusion((TM))2 system-on-chip (SoC) field programmable gate array (FPGA) device. The highly secure device offers customers lower total cost of ownership and accelerated time-to-market with low power and secure industrial Ethernet protocol conversion solutions on a single SmartFusion2 FPGA platform.

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"We welcome HMS as an ecosystem provider and are pleased HMS Industrial Networks has successfully leveraged the industry-leading features of Microsemi's SmartFusion2 SoC FPGA, including its reliability, security, low power, compact form factor and high levels of integration into a variety of its unique industrial Ethernet devices," said Jason Chiang, senior marketing manager at Microsemi. "The high value of our technology is demonstrated by the increased adoption of SmartFusion2 with partners and customers seeking to contain their total cost of ownership by implementing, for example, support for multiple industrial Ethernet standards on one FPGA platform with unique security features."

HMS's Anybus CompactCom 40-series products offer hardware solutions specifically designed for factory automation applications including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motor drives, motion drive control and safety modules, as well as other applications for industrial customers. HMS products are available in chip, brick and module product offerings, allowing customers to avoid designing ASSP/ASIC-specific boards for each industrial Ethernet standard. Customers can use HMS's CompactCom 40-series and program Microsemi's FPGA to the desired industrial Ethernet protocol standards with the intellectual property (IP) and software stack for the ARM® Cortex-M3 microcontroller in SmartFusion2.

Collaborations between Microsemi and ecosystem solutions providers like HMS align well with Microsemi's commitment to the growing industrial Ethernet market. Microsemi's highly secure SmartFusion2 SoC FPGA offers layered hardware and software solutions to protect the IP, platform, manufacturing flow and data layer according to a customer's specific needs. The low power FPGA architecture also enables use of the device in compact solutions such as the Anybus CompactCom 40-series products from HMS. Should customers need to connect their industrial Ethernet boards to a larger network, Microsemi offers Ethernet switches and PHYs, Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) integrated circuits (ICs) and midspan products to complement HMS's industrial Ethernet solutions.

"Our Anybus CompactCom 40-series products benefit from the flexibility of using SmartFusion2 technology when designing the NP40 that is the core in the Anybus CompactCom, enabling support of multiple industrial Ethernet protocols on a single FPGA platform and accelerating time-to-market while lowering total cost of ownership for our customers," said Christian Bergdahl, product marketing manager at HMS Industrial Networks. "We were able to leverage on SmartFusion2's advantages when designing the NP40 into scalable, reprogrammable, low power and secure industrial Ethernet solutions with a simple purchase model--allowing us to continue bringing our customers the latest industrial connectivity technology for embedded solutions."

According to HMS Industrial Networks' internal analysis, although serial fieldbus protocols still dominate industrial networking today, industrial Ethernet is growing at a rate of 17 percent per annum--more than double the fieldbus growth rate. This growth allows HMS Industrial Networks and Microsemi to continue developing products catering to the specific needs of this expanding market opportunity.

HMS Industrial Networks is now offering its Anybus CompactCom 40-series products to its customers. For more information on the company's solutions leveraging Microsemi's SmartFusion2 technology, visit http://www.microsemi.com/products/fpga-soc/design-resources/partners/hms-industrial-networks and http://www.anybus.com/products/abcc40.shtml.  For more information on Microsemi's industrial Ethernet networking solutions, visit http://www.microsemi.com/applications/industrial/industrial-ethernet.

About Microsemi's SmartFusion2 SoC FPGAs
SmartFusion2 SoC FPGAs integrate inherently reliable flash-based FPGA fabric, a 166 megahertz (MHz) ARM Cortex-M3 processor, advanced security processing accelerators, DSP blocks, SRAM, eNVM and industry-required high performance communication interfaces, all on a single chip. Microsemi's SmartFusion2 SoC FPGAs are designed to address fundamental requirements for advanced security, high reliability and low power in critical communications, industrial, defense, aviation and medical applications.

About HMS Networks AB
HMS Networks AB (publ) is a world-leading supplier of communication technology for industrial automation. Sales amounted to SEK 589 million in 2014. Over 90% of these sales were to customers located outside Sweden. All development and the major portion of manufacturing are carried out at the head office in Halmstad and at the Technology Center in Ravensburg. Sales offices are located in Japan, China, Germany, Denmark, India, UK, USA, Italy and France. HMS has 370 employees and produces network interface cards and products to interconnect different networks under the trademark Anybus® and IXXAT® and products for Remote Management under the trademark Netbiter®. HMS is listed on NASDAQ-OMX Nordic Exchange in Stockholm in the category Mid Cap, Information Technology.

About Microsemi
Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC) offers a comprehensive portfolio of semiconductor and system solutions for communications, defense & security, aerospace and industrial markets. Products include high-performance and radiation-hardened analog mixed-signal integrated circuits, FPGAs, SoCs and ASICs; power management products; timing and synchronization devices and precise time solutions, setting the world's standard for time; voice processing devices; RF solutions; discrete components; security technologies and scalable anti-tamper products; Ethernet solutions; Power-over-Ethernet ICs and midspans; as well as custom design capabilities and services. Microsemi is headquartered in Aliso Viejo, Calif, and has approximately 3,600 employees globally. Learn more at http://www.microsemi.com.

Microsemi and the Microsemi logo are registered trademarks or service marks of Microsemi Corporation and/or its affiliates. Third-party trademarks and service marks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.

"Safe Harbor" Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: Any statements set forth in this news release that are not entirely historical and factual in nature, including without limitation statements to the availability of HMS's Anybus CompactCom 40-series products for industrial Ethernet solutions based on Microsemi's SmartFusion2 SoC FPGA device, and the potential effect of the foregoing on future business, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations and are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements. The potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, such factors as rapidly changing technology and product obsolescence, potential cost increases, variations in customer order preferences, weakness or competitive pricing environment of the marketplace, uncertain demand for and acceptance of the company's products, adverse circumstances in any of our end markets, results of in-process or planned development or marketing and promotional campaigns, difficulties foreseeing future demand, potential non-realization of expected orders or non-realization of backlog, product returns, product liability, and other potential unexpected business and economic conditions or adverse changes in current or expected industry conditions, difficulties and costs of protecting patents and other proprietary rights, inventory obsolescence and difficulties regarding customer qualification of products. In addition to these factors and any other factors mentioned elsewhere in this news release, the reader should refer as well to the factors, uncertainties or risks identified in the company's most recent Form 10-K and all subsequent Form 10-Q reports filed by Microsemi with the SEC. Additional risk factors may be identified from time to time in Microsemi's future filings. The forward-looking statements included in this release speak only as of the date hereof, and Microsemi does not undertake any obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

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Huawei Wins Five-year IT Operation Contract with Ooredoo Kuwait

ZURICH, Sept. 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Ooredoo Kuwait and Huawei today jointly announced the signing of a "Future Mode of Operation (FMO)" IT and Network Managed Services contract at the 2015 Huawei Global Service Forum. Under the terms of the contract, Huawei will provide managed IT and network operations, network performance management and service quality improvement for Ooredoo Kuwait. Huawei will provide an ICT Converged Operation solution to manage IT and telecom equipment through converged operation processes, resources and tools. The aim is to help Ooredoo Kuwait achieve digital transformation, operational excellence and to improve the customer experience.

"The FMO project is significant for Ooredoo," said Prabjit Singh Panesar, Ooredoo Kuwait Deputy CTO & Director of Service Assurance. "It will accelerate the speed of our response to the market, improve network performance and quality of service, and enhance the end-user experience. We are pleased to be working with Huawei as their products and service capabilities in the IT and telecommunications fields will help us achieve ICT transformation."

"For us, Huawei's ICT infrastructure transformation service has been one of the company's key strategic investments, which will strengthen our position as a strategic partner for operators," said Dr. Howard Liang, Senior Vice President, President of Global Technical Services, Huawei. "It is an honor for Huawei to be selected as the FMO project supplier for Ooredoo Kuwait. The cooperation between Ooredoo and Huawei now extends from purely CT to encompass IT, and we are committed to delivering the ICT converged operation Ooredoo Kuwait needs to achieve operational excellence and digital transformation."

The cooperation between Huawei and Ooredoo is an important milestone for Huawei as a Managed Services provider rapidly investing in the IT field. Huawei has become a global strategic outsourcing partner for operators working to achieve digital transformation. To date, Huawei has accumulated more than 40 ITO contracts, serving over 20 operators in more than 20 countries. Huawei is now a strategic outsourcing partner for operators around the world.

About Huawei

Huawei is a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider. Our aim is to enrich life and improve efficiency through a better connected world, acting as a responsible corporate citizen, innovative enabler for the information society, and collaborative contributor to the industry. Driven by customer-centric innovation and open partnerships, Huawei has established an end-to-end ICT solutions portfolio that gives customers competitive advantages in telecom and enterprise networks, devices and cloud computing. Huawei's 170,000 employees worldwide are committed to creating maximum value for telecom operators, enterprises and consumers. Our innovative ICT solutions, products and services are used in more than 170 countries and regions, serving over one-third of the world's population. Founded in 1987, Huawei is a private company fully owned by its employees.

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Garmin to Integrate Parkopedia's New Street Parking Service

FRANKFURT, Germany, September 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

       
        - Parkopedia launches world's first parking service that allows drivers to find
          available street parking.
        - Garmin will be the first navigation provider to offer the service in its NAVIGON
          Application
        - Garmin will launch the service in selected cities in Germany.

    Parkopedia, the world's largest parking service provider, announced today the launch
of a street parking service that allows drivers to find available parking at their
destination. Parkopedia also announced that Garmin would be the first navigation provider
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    Garmin will launch the service in its award-winning navigation application NAVIGON in
October 2015 in major cities in Germany to be followed by a roll out in selected cities
worldwide.

    Drivers will be able to:

       
        - Find street parking - including real-time space availability predictions - at
          their current location or final destination;
        - Filter and compare parking options by price, distance and availability;

    Commenting on the deal, Parkopedia's CEO Eugene Tsyrklevich said "Parkopedia has been
providing a dynamic parking service to our online, mobile and automotive customers since
2007. This service allows drivers to navigate directly to an available space in a parking
garage as opposed to circling the block and creating unnecessary pollution and
congestion."

    He added "After three years of research and development, we are excited to add an
automotive quality street parking service to our offering which includes all legal street
spaces in a city, including streets which have no parking space counting infrastructure
such as sensors."

    Notes to editors: 

    Parkopedia is the world's leading parking service provider used by millions of drivers
and organizations such as Audi, BMW, Daimler Financial Services, Ford, Garmin, Jaguar Land
Rover, Peugeot, Toyota, Volvo, VW and many others.

    Parkopedia provides detailed static information on 38 million parking spaces in over
100,000 facilities across 6000 cities in 53 countries; including real-time parking space
availability information in over 500 cities in 30 countries.

    The service allows drivers to find the closest parking to their destination, tells
them how much it will cost and whether the space is available. Parkopedia also allows
drivers to pay for parking online, through a mobile app and in-car.

       
         
        More Information: 
        Christina Onesirosan Martinez MBA MCIM 
        Marketing Director 
        Parkopedia 
        T: +44(0)7980-058760 
        E: christina@parkopedia.com  
        W: http://www.parkopedia.com  

     

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Finesse Solutions and Corning Life Sciences Highlight Collaboration at CellWorld2015

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Finesse Solutions, Inc., a leading manufacturer of measurement, single-use and automation solutions for life sciences process applications, announced a collaboration with Corning Life Sciences.

The collaboration pairs Corning's novel CellCube® adherent culture system with the Finesse G3Lab Universal Controller. The CellCube System is designed to reliably distribute nutrients and oxygen with low differential gradients across all cells to more closely simulate in vivo conditions. This provides an ideal environment for attachment cell culture applications. The G3Lab Universal has been developed by Finesse as a versatile control and automation platform capable of supporting a wide range of industry leading bioreactors for both labscale and cGMP production settings. 

The single-use flow path, manufactured by Corning, will combine CellCube holders with Finesse single-use TruFluor pH and DO flow-through sensors as well as utilize the Finesse 3L SmartVessel as an oxygenator for the system. This integrated approach will allow users to rapidly install a complete, pre-sterilized flowpath with integrated measurement.

"This collaboration highlights the flexibility of the Finesse Universal Control platform, fully leverages our upstream single-use sensor portfolios and aligns with our strategic goal of partnering with innovative solution providers in the cell therapy area," added Dr. Mark Selker, CTO of Finesse Solutions.

The G3Lab Universal Controller with CellCube will be a key feature of the technology workshop at CellWorld2015 held September 21-22 in San Francisco, CA. For more information visit the event site: http://www.cellworld2015.com

About Finesse Solutions, Inc.

Finesse Solutions, based in California's Silicon Valley, provides intelligent bioprocess management solutions. Our mission is to empower our clients with innovative single-use sensors, bioreactors, controllers and software for both upstream and downstream processes. In addition to our own products, we are the only supplier with integration expertise offering clients the independence to select any preferred supplier of key unit operations.   

About Corning Life Sciences

Corning (http://www.corning.com) is a leading innovator in materials science. For more than 160 years, Corning has applied its unparalleled expertise in specialty glass, ceramics, and optical physics to develop products that have created new industries and transformed lives. Corning succeeds through sustained investment in R&D, a unique combination of material and process innovation, and collaboration with customers to solve tough technology challenges. Today, Corning's products enable diverse industries, including life sciences, where Corning's trusted products are used to accelerate drug discovery and manufacturing.

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CONTACT: Richard Ferraro, +1-408-206-6281, RFerraro@Finesse.com

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ChemCaper, world's 1st Chemistry RPG at Tokyo Game Show '15

TOKYO, Sept. 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Together with partner Artoncode Indonesia, boutique educational game developer ACE EdVenture Studio will showcase their first game, ChemCaper - Petticles in Peril, at the Tokyo Game Show from September 17(th) - 20(th).

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Artoncode Indonesia, platinum partner of Bandai Namco, Inc. and backed by Indonesian information giant Emtek, is setting up shop at booth 4-N02, under the Indonesian Games Studio Pavilion in the Asia New Stars Area.

As the world's first Chemistry role playing game, ChemCaper is set to change the learning landscape for students all over the world. Being the only game to truly bridge the gap between education and entertainment, ChemCaper has created waves across the world in a segment of the industry still almost entirely unexplored.

Heralded as one of the games to look out for at Google I/O '15 in San Francisco, news of ChemCaper's current beta version has been picked up by more than 800 media outlets with Yahoo Finance, CBS and Gamasutra among them.

ChemCaper was chosen as a Google I/O '15 feature because its combination of educational and entertainment value is set to reinvent education. Concepts such as covalent, ionic and metallic bonding are encountered and learned through gameplay. Kids will battle various foes with the help of their faithful Petticles, which are creatures formed via chemical bonding. Learning comes full circle with each Petticle demonstrating unique traits representing real life particles. Additionally, students will learn how to separate compounds, refine fluids, and sieve through precious metals in various mini games that will introduce students to the kinds of Chemistry apparatus used in laboratories.

About ACE EdVenture Studio

A boutique educational game developer working to merge education with entertainment, ACE EdVenture Studio has its sight set on making history through reinventing education for the 21st century. For more info, please visit http://www.aceedventure-studio.com.

About ChemCaper

ChemCaper is the world's first Chemistry RPG. It elevates learning Chemistry into the digital realm, brings the fascination with the subject onto your screens and takes the dread out of studying it. Petticles in Peril is ChemCaper's first act of five and forms the prologue of the series, which ultimately aims to cover the basic high school Chemistry syllabus. To see more, please visit http://www.chemcaper.com/press.

For more information, please contact Wai Leong at waileong.lum@aceedventure.com

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Casio G-SHOCK Teams Up With Designer HARBISON To Launch The New S Series Women's Collection

The new S Series "Heathered" collection debuts at HARBISON SS16 NYFW presentation

DOVER, N.J., Sept. 15 , 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Casio America, Inc. proudly celebrates the launch of the S Series Heathered collection at Spring Summer 2016 New York Fashion Week. The new S Series Heathered collection comes in 4 color ways, purple, orange, white and yellow, each inspired by heathered pattern sportswear. Each timepiece features the interwoven speckled pattern of a sporty heathered top or pant. Inspired by the athleisure trend, the watches incorporate a unique textured look that easily complements the modern woman's work day or workout attire.

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The Heathered collection debuted today at the HARBISON SS16 presentation at The Standard Hotel's Highline Ballroom. This is the brand's second season working with Charles Harbison, who took the this season's runway placement to the next level with custom lucite halos that encase the white S Series Heathered watches created just for his show.

"S Series feels like a very natural pairing for HARBISON," says Creative Director Charles Harbison. "Our girl is feminine with a masculine edge, and she's not afraid to pair a cocktail dress with a sporty watch."

"Following the success of our first season working with Charles Harbison, we are happy to introduce the Heathered collection at his SS16 NYFW presentation, with the addition of custom HARBISON halos," said David Johnson, Vice President of Timepiece Division Casio North America. "The Heathered collection is geared toward the fashion forward female that is looking for an accessory that makes a personal statement, similar to the consumer of the HARBISON brand."

The S Series line uplifts the G-SHOCK brand into the contemporary fashion space for the female consumer who loves G-SHOCK watches, but feels they may be too large for her wrist. G-SHOCK continues to offer brilliant technical innovations through S-Series but now extends itself into presenting watches as a sporty fashion accessory.

Casio will release the S-Series Heathered watches globally to retail this October and the new collection will embrace all the features usually associated with G-SHOCK.  They are all equipped with an auto LED light with afterglow, 5 daily alarms, an hourly time signal, 1/1000 second stopwatch, countdown timer, 48-city world time with 29 time zones and are shock resistant, magnetic resistant and water resistant to 200M.

The S Series collections are available at Nordstroms, Macy's, select department stores and fashion boutiques, as well as G-SHOCK Soho NYC store, and online at http://www.gshock.com/s_series. Price point is $160.00.

About G-SHOCK
CASIO's shock-resistant G-SHOCK watch is synonymous with toughness, born from the developer Mr. Ibe's dream of 'creating a watch that never breaks'. Over 200 handmade samples were created and tested to destruction until finally in 1983 the first, now iconic G-SHOCK hit the streets of Japan and began to establish itself as 'the toughest watch of all time'. Each watch encompasses the 7 elements; electric shock resistance, gravity resistance, low temperature resistance, vibration resistance, water resistance, shock resistance and toughness. The watch is packed with Casio innovations and technologies to prevent it from suffering direct shock; this includes internal components protected with urethane and suspended timekeeping modules inside the watch structure. Since its launch, G-SHOCK has continued to evolve, continuing to support on Mr. Ibe's mantra "never, never give up".

About Casio America, Inc.
Casio America, Inc., Dover, N.J., is the U.S. subsidiary of Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, one of the world's leading manufacturers of consumer electronics and business equipment solutions. Established in 1957, Casio America, Inc. markets calculators, keyboards, mobile presentation devices, disc title and label printers, watches, cash registers and other consumer electronic products. Casio has strived to realize its corporate creed of "creativity and contribution" through the introduction of innovative and imaginative products. For more information, visit http://www.casiousa.com.

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BikeBandit Improves Their Customer Shopping Experience with Searchandiser.

TORONTO, Sept. 15, 2015 /CNW/ - GroupBy, Inc (http://www.groupbyinc.com) an industry leading provider of commerce and media software solutions today announced that BikeBandit, the web's largest source for Powersports parts, accessories, tires, and gear has created a better and more relevant experience for their customers.

By deploying Searchandiser by GroupBy, the parts and accessories retailer BikeBandit saw an increased conversion rate of 11% over their legacy Endeca Oracle solution.

"With competition like Amazon we have to ensure that our site search and navigation is truly world class.  Delivering relevant search results for our customers is critical role in customer satisfaction and our business as a whole.", says Ken Wahlster, CEO. 

BikeBandit ran an extensive A/B test to 98% statistically significance and declared GroupBy's Searchandiser the clear winner.

"Searchandiser gave us the desired results for both our long and short tail searches in addition to part and tire size searches.  Searchandiser was easy to use and gives our Marketing team the control they need to run our business day to day." says Ken.

BikeBandit wanted to simplify its architecture by standardizing on a cloud-based search platform.  It was also critical to find a platform that was extensible and could support future business requirements.

"Our success is attributable to excellent technology and true partnership.  We felt GroupBy was able to deliver on both fronts.", says Ken Wahlster.

Since BikeBandit began using Searchandiser, conversions from site search have increased by 11%, while revenue derived from search has gone up 14%.  In addition, transactions have increased by 10.4% with a 4.2% improvement in Average Order Value.

Given the success of Searchandizer, BikeBandit plans to test into GroupBy's platform improvements, which include product recommendations and personalized relevancy.

About BikeBandit

BikeBandit.com is the web's largest source for powersports parts, accessories, gear and tires. From street motorcycles, cruisers and dirt bikes to ATVs and snowmobiles, BikeBandit.com has over 8 million products to ensure you have everything you need to get riding. Our goal is simple: supply our customers with a professional-quality tool to purchase the parts and accessories they need and provide industry-leading customer service. No more trying to explain complicated parts over the phone or go to a dealer... you pick 'em...we ship 'em...it's that simple!

Starting in 1999, BikeBandit formed an online collaboration with House of Motorcycles becoming the web's first motorcycle parts superstore. House of Motorcycles is one of the largest powersports dealers in the United States and has been in business for over 30 years! The House of Motorcycles family of dealerships includes Honda, Kawasaki, Polaris, Suzuki and Yamaha. Since 1999, BikeBandit has formed many additional relationships with leading motorcycle dealerships, and in 2014 BikeBandit.com formed an additional partnership with South Bay Motorsports, sharing common economic interests. Because of these unique dealer relationships, all of BikeBandit.com's listed Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts are filled with genuine OEM parts and are shipped directly to you in original OEM packaging.

In addition to OEM parts for your motorcycle, ATV, PWC, snowmobile or scooter, you can get any gear from your favorite top brands such as Fox, Alpinestars, Speed and Strength, River Road and more. With our Best Price Guarantee on all motorcycle helmets, jackets, boots and more, we've got the best motorcycle gear for the best price to keep you covered from head to toe.

About GroupBy Inc.

GroupBy Inc. provides powerful commerce, media, and knowledge management software solutions that help companies better connect with their customers by creating a more relevant user experience. This improved experience drives more targeted site traffic, increases revenue, and boosts overall customer satisfaction. GroupBy's solutions provide industry-leading features for search, navigation, merchandising, search engine optimization (SEO), and search as you type (SAYT). Their e-commerce solution, Searchandiser, powers many of the world's top retailers' online experiences. GroupBy has offices in Canada, United States, China, and Trinidad & Tobago. For more information about GroupBy, visit http://www.groupbyinc.com, call +1-855-210-6513, or emailteam@groupbyinc.com

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Sony Electronics Launches High Dynamic Range Video Support on 2015 4K Ultra HD TVs This Fall

Sony brings HDR compatibility to an expanded range of 4K Ultra HD TVs - enabling vivid, rich colors and a more lifelike picture

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Electronics today announced that it is bringing High Dynamic Range (HDR) support to more of its 4K Ultra HD televisions(1). In addition to the previously announced X930C and X940C models, Sony is also adding HDR compatibility to the X850C, X900C and X910C models via a network update, available soon. With this update users will be able to experience vivid HDR content available through Amazon Video-- the first video service to offer titles in the premium visual experience. HDR reproduces a greater dynamic range of luminosity or brightness levels, bringing greater contrast to the screen. This increased contrast reveals the subtle nuances of the image, from detailed blacks and shadows to the brightest whites and colors. With HDR compatible televisions Sony customers will enjoy brighter colors, enhanced details and distinct highlights, resulting in more depth and detail than ever before.

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"Sony is pleased to be expanding HDR compatibility for our 4K Ultra HD televisions. Sony has always been a leader in HDR, from our HDR-enabled professional cameras, to Sony Pictures produced and edited HDR content, to our expanded line of HDR compatible TVs, only Sony can bring you the full HDR viewing experience from the lens to the living room," said Mike Fasulo, President of Sony Electronics. "You could say that HDR is in our DNA."

Starting this fall and for a limited time, customers who purchase a compatible Sony 4K Ultra HD TV will receive up to $100 of HDR content including blockbuster movies The Amazing Spider Man 2, Men in Black 3, After Earth, and Fury, from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment (SPHE) through the Amazon Video app.

"We are proud to be on the forefront of next generation technology bringing the first feature films available to stream in 4K with HDR to Sony televisions," said Man Jit Singh, President, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. 

In addition to select blockbuster movies from SPHE, Amazon Prime members will be able to access the first season of Amazon Original Series Transparent and Mozart in the Jungle and the pilot episode of the upcoming comedy Red Oaks in HDR on compatible Sony TVs, at no additional charge to their membership, this fall.   

Sony's exclusive X-tended Dynamic Range technology in the X930C and X940C enhances the viewing experience of HDR and non-HDR content with deeper blacks and brighter whites. The X-tended Dynamic Range feature in the Sony X930C provides up to twice the brightness range, while the X940C's X-tended Dynamic Range PRO offers up to three times the brightness range.

Sony HDR compatible televisions include the following 4K Ultra HD models: X850C, X900C, X910C, X930C and X940C models. Sony's 4K Ultra HD TVs boast picture enhancing technologies, beautiful and sleek design and a smarter TV experience. Powered by the new 4K Processor X1, the entire lineup offers better picture quality from any source with improved contrast, color and clarity while Android(TM) TV brings the world's most popular mobile platform to the television. Sony also has an extensive list of sound products to provide consumers with more choices than ever to create an ideal home entertainment experience.

Please visit http://blog.sony.com and follow #Sony4K on Twitter for the latest Sony 4K Ultra HDTV news.

(1) Requires HDR compatible content from supported streaming services, such as Amazon Video. Broadband speed of at least 2.5 Mbps recommended for SD services, 10 Mbps for HD streaming or 4K downloads, 20 Mbps for 4K Ultra HD streaming. Wireless connectivity requires 802.11 home network (802.11n recommended). Network services, content, and the operating system and software of this Product may be subject to individual terms and conditions and changed, interrupted or discontinued at any time and may require fees, registration and credit card information.

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Socionext Creates New Videos Highlighting the Company's Leading Edge SoC and Standard Products, ASIC Technologies

-- Videos Detail Advanced ASIC Solutions for Servers, Imaging, Networking, Custom SoCs, Video Delivery Products, and Ultra High Speed CMOS Data Converters for Telecommunications, Datacomm

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Socionext America Inc. (SNA), a new leader in advanced custom SoC design technology, today introduced a set of video presentations that describe and detail Socionext's global leadership in high-performance ASIC, SoC, CMOS data converter, and standard product solutions.

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"Socionext provides a strong technological base, with a focus on networking and imaging technologies that offers our customers the most advanced solutions and optimal product quality," said Satoru "Ethan" Yamaguchi, SNA President and CEO. "As these videos will demonstrate, we are committed to develop exciting, breakthrough products to meet current and future requirements, and to support a sustainable, visionary technology that can benefit society worldwide."

Video Presentations Highlight SoC Solutions, Networking and Data Communications Products

The video highlights all the key products Socionext designs and develops, including advanced high performance SoC solutions for the server, storage and networking marketing with silicon featured in supercomputers, high-end storage systems. The portfolio includes 100G networking products and specialized computing platforms, with a total of more than 900 designs from 90nm to 200nm.

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Advanced CMOS Converter Technology

The new video series describes the company's advanced CMOS converter technology, which is used throughout the 100G and 400G optical networks that power today's Internet, and enable terabit networks. Among other leading products are the industry's first 4-channel 56GSa/s ADC based on a vertically integrated 65nm CMOS process, and a 4-channel 65Gbp/s DAC. Using these converters and working closely with system partners Socionext has developed a fully integrated, single-wavelength, 100Gbps CMOS coherent transceiver.

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Portfolio of Standard Products

Socionext has leveraged its expertise with advanced codec development to produce the first HEVC encoder chip, the M31, a compact design supporting 4K/ 60 frames per second. The M31's 10-bit color profile produces high end video quality that lets broadcast systems deliver 4K/ 60p, which is more cost-effective than software-based systems. A single M31 encoder consuming under 10 watts can replace up to 48 Xeon-class processors, which consume 100 times more power.

The company also offers a comprehensive security camera solution with high-quality 4K images for camera input and network video recording (NVR). Users can monitor a wide area, and recognize or zoom in on people or objects to generate next-generation, high quality, and very clear 4K images. SNA's technology processes images captured from a 360 degree, all-around-view camera using distortion correction, clipping, super-resolution zoom, panoramic view, and other features.

In addition are SNA's complementary products such as the world's smallest WiGig module, complete with an integrated antenna. This compact device enables a 1080p movie to be downloaded in as little as three minutes, compared with up to an hour over traditional Wi-Fi, while consuming just 0.7mW.

Watch the video: https://youtu.be/6w4B3EkQQ2Q

About Socionext Inc.

Socionext is a new, innovative enterprise that designs, develops and delivers System-on-Chip products to customers worldwide. The company is focused on imaging, networking and other dynamic technologies that drive today's leading-edge applications. Socionext combines world-class expertise, experience, and an extensive IP portfolio to provide exceptional solutions and ensure a better quality of experience for customers. Founded in 2015, Socionext Inc. is headquartered in Yokohama, and has offices in Japan, Asia, United States and Europe to lead its product development and sales activities. For more information, visit socionext.com.

For product information, visit the company's website at http://www.socionext.com, e-mail sna_inquiry@us.socionext.com or call 1-844-680-3453. For company news and updates, connect with us on Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/socionextus) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/socionextus)

Company and product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Information provided in this press release is accurate at time of publication and subject to change without advance notice.

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CONTACT: Press Contacts: Sherry Chen, Socionext America Inc., 1-408-737-5654, sna_pr@us.socionext.com; Dick Davies, IPRA, 1-415-652-7515, ipra@mindspring.com

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Turtle Beach Corporation Launches the Ear Force Stealth 450 100% Fully Wireless PC Gaming Headset Featuring DTS Headphone:X 7.1 Surround Sound and Superhuman Hearing

With a Similar Design Like Turtle Beach's Fan-Favorite Stealth 420X Xbox One Gaming Headset - the Stealth 450 Wireless Gaming Headset Offers PC Gamers a Robust Suite of Features for Just $129.95

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading-edge audio technology company and #1 in gaming audio, Turtle Beach Corporation (NASDAQ: HEAR), today announced the Ear Force(®) Stealth 450 Wireless PC gaming headset is available at retail. With a new headset style similar to Turtle Beach's recently launched Stealth 420X Xbox One gaming headset - one of Amazon's highest rated gaming headsets - the Stealth 450 offers PC gamers the same 100% fully wireless connectivity plus a wealth of features, including DTS Headphone:X 7.1 Surround Sound, Superhuman Hearing(TM) and much more, all for a MSRP of just $129.95. Head over to Turtle Beach or a participating retailer and get your Ear Force Stealth 450 wireless PC gaming headset today!

"The Stealth 450 PC gaming headset offers an amazing mix of best-in-class features to PC gamers for an amazing price," said Juergen Stark, CEO, Turtle Beach Corporation. "And the 450 is very similar in design to our fan-favorite 420X that we launched for Xbox One in July, so we know we've got another winning gaming headset sure to keep PC gamers happy."

The full list of features for the Ear Force Stealth 450 includes:

    --  100% Fully Wireless - No wires anywhere. Experience crystal clear game
        and chat audio using the latest, intelligent channel-hopping technology
        for interference-free wireless gaming.
    --  Simple Setup - One simple-to-set-up USB connection to the PC and
        players' wireless gaming dreams come true.
    --  DTS Headphone:X 7.1 Surround Sound & Sound Presets - Experience DTS
        Headphone:X 7.1 Surround Sound with incredibly accurate, unmatched
        spatialization.
    --  Superhuman Hearing - From the faintest of enemy footsteps to weapon
        reloads off in the distance, Superhuman Hearing ensures gamers hear it
        all by amplifying soft sounds when switched on. This exclusive Turtle
        Beach audio processing gives players the competitive advantage of
        hearing enemies before they come into view.
    --  STOP SHOUTING! - Variable Mic Monitoring lets players hear their own
        voice in the headset to avoid shouting.
    --  Lightweight & Comfortable Headset Design - An updated over-ear headset
        design with breathable, fabric/mesh-wrapped ear-cups provides for
        superior comfort during those long PC gaming sessions.
    --  Mic Check - A high-sensitivity, adjustable boom mic picks-up voice audio
        loud and clear. Remove the mic to enjoy mobile/tablet gaming, as well as
        listening to music and watching movies.
    --  Voice Prompts - Audible voice prompts from the headset tell gamers what
        setting they've selected.
    --  15 Hour Rechargeable Battery - A built-in rechargeable battery delivers
        up to 15 hours of wireless gaming.
For more info on the latest Turtle Beach gaming headsets and accessories, visit http://www.turtlebeach.com, and be sure to follow Turtle Beach on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

About Turtle Beach Corporation

Turtle Beach Corporation (http://www.turtlebeachcorp.com) designs leading-edge audio products for the consumer, commercial and healthcare markets. Under the Turtle Beach brand (http://www.turtlebeach.com), the Company markets a wide selection of quality gaming headsets catering to a variety of gamers' needs and budgets, for use with video game consoles, including officially-licensed headsets for the Xbox One and PlayStation(®)4, as well as for personal computers and mobile/tablet devices. Under the HyperSound brand (http://www.hypersound.com), the Company markets pioneering directed audio solutions that have applications in digital signage and kiosks, consumer electronics and healthcare. The company's shares are traded on the NASDAQ Exchange under the symbol: HEAR.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes forward-looking information and statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Except for historical information contained in this release, statements in this release may constitute forward-looking statements regarding assumptions, projections, expectations, targets, intentions or beliefs about future events. Forward looking statements are based on management's statements containing the words "may", "could", "would", "should", "believe", "expect", "anticipate", "plan", "estimate", "target", "project", "intend" and similar expressions constitute forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. Forward-looking statements are based on management's current belief, as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, management.

While the Company believes that its expectations are based upon reasonable assumptions, there can be no assurances that its goals and strategy will be realized. Numerous factors, including risks and uncertainties, may affect actual results and may cause results to differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements made by the Company or on its behalf. Some of these factors include, but are not limited to, the substantial uncertainties inherent in acceptance of existing and future products, the difficulty of commercializing and protecting new technology, the impact of competitive products and pricing, general business and economic conditions, risks associated with the expansion of our business including the implementation of any businesses we acquire, our indebtedness, and other factors discussed in our public filings, including the risk factors included in the Company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and the Company's other periodic reports. Except as required by applicable law, including the securities laws of the United States and the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Company is under no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement after the date of this release whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.

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CONTACT: MacLean Marshall, PR/Communications Director, Turtle Beach Corp., 858.914.5093, maclean.marshall@turtlebeach.com or Keith Hennessey, EU Communications Sr. Manager, Turtle Beach Corp., +44 (0) 1254-51725, keith.hennessey@turtlebeach.com

Systel Launches Rugged High Performance Computing Server Product Line In Partnership With NVIDIA

HOUSTON, Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Systel, Inc., the industry leader in rugged computing, announced the launch of a rugged High Performance Computing (HPC) rack mount server product line. Powered by the latest NVIDIA Tesla and GRID GPU cards, Systel's rugged HPC servers offer tremendous power and high performance. Systel's HPC solutions are designed and optimized for deployment in Defense and Oil and Gas mission-critical applications in the harshest environments.

Systel is proud to be an NVIDIA (http://www.nvidia.com) Specialty Original Equipment Manufacturer (SOEM) and is excited to feature NVIDIA qualified and certified HPC systems. As an NVIDIA SOEM, Systel offers a variety of cost-effective Tesla and GRID integrated solutions as well as NVIDIA's backline technical support.

All of Systel's rugged HPC rack mount servers incorporate the latest E5-2600 V3 Series CPUs and meet MIL-STD-810G Shock and Vibration profile. For the full list of features and specifications, please visit http://www.systelusa.com/products/high-performance-computing.

"NVIDIA GPUs accelerate performance and increase efficiency," said James Kwon, National Sales Manager at Systel. "GPU accelerated applications are benefited by Systel's 10 Point Survivor ruggedization technology to increase the durability and life of the overall system."

Systel's line of industry-leading, American-made rugged computers are built to excel in extreme environments. Its computers are custom designed to meet user specifications and are put through rigorous shock, heat, dust, vibration and other testing to ensure durability and success in the field. It is trusted by industry leaders whose work spans the globe. For more information, visit http://www.systelusa.com or contact Systel via email sales@systelusa.com or phone 1-877-979-7835.

About Systel, Inc.
Systel, Inc. is a privately owned corporation founded in 1988. Systel designs and manufactures rugged computer and display solutions. Its systems are deployed worldwide in Defense, Oilfield Service Industries, Process Automation Systems and Telecommunications. The company's headquarters and manufacturing facilities are located in Sugar Land, Texas. For more information, visit http://www.systelusa.com or contact Systel via email sales@systelusa.com or phone 1-877-979-7835.

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CONTACT: Aneesh Kothari, Systel, Inc., (281) 207-7781, akothari@systelusa.com

Web Site: http://www.systelusa.com

Verizon makes it easier to check out the newest technology with new Experience Stores in Best Buy

Expanded retail presence within Best Buy showcases the latest products and services to fit your connected lifestyle

NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon announced today an expanded presence within Best Buy locations across the United States, bringing a new and innovative Verizon Experience to Best Buy wireless shoppers. The larger Verizon presence within 250 Best Buy locations will offer shoppers the ability to experience the latest wireless connected devices, tablets, smartphones, apps and services. 

In addition, each Experience Store will be staffed by dedicated and highly-trained Best Buy employees who are knowledgeable on Verizon products and services. These experts will provide customers with a complete Verizon Wireless experience, offering customized solutions based on their connectivity needs. 

"The Verizon Experience in Best Buy is geared to showcase connected lifestyles - such as wearable tech, computing on the go and connected home - and the devices and plans that make these lifestyles a reality," said John Colaiuti, vice president of national distribution at Verizon Wireless. "Just like in our own Destination and Smart stores, the specialists in the Verizon Experience stores at Best Buy are trained in a hands-on environment so they can provide real-world examples to customers when talking about our new simplified plans and devices."

Verizon has already begun rolling out the Verizon Experience stores at Best Buy and expects to have nearly 100 locations by the end of this month. The company also expects that number to increase to 250 locations across the country by the end of 2015.  The expanded Verizon Experience space is in addition to the current Verizon presence within Best Buy stores.

"The shops allow us to offer even better service to our customers, whether they need help with their data plan or understanding how their phone or tablet can better control their increasingly connected life," said Josh Will, senior category officer of mobile and connected home at Best Buy. "The mobile device is becoming the remote control to everything else in our lives, but it can be confusing. We can help shoppers make sense of it all."

The Verizon Experience stores within Best Buy will showcase the latest smartphones, smart accessories, tablets, computers and Verizon's newest S, M, L, XL and XXL data plans.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), headquartered in New York, employs a diverse workforce of 178,500 and generated more than $127 billion in 2014 revenues. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with 109.5 million retail connections nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers integrated business solutions to customers worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.verizon.com/news/.

VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts and other information are available at Verizon's online News Center at http://www.verizon.com/news/. The news releases are available through an RSS feed. To subscribe, visit http://www.verizon.com/about/rss-feeds/.

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CONTACT: Kelly Crummey, 908.268.7402, kelly.crummey@verizon.com

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VoiceBox and UIEvolution Announce Partnership to Advance Voice-Enabled Content Services And Navigation in Cars

Collaboration will deliver a seamless, voice-enabled, cross-device experience to help keep drivers safe

BELLEVUE, Wash., and KIRKLAND, Wash., Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- VoiceBox Technologies, the award-winning innovator of Contextual Natural Language Understanding (CNLU) and UIEvolution, a global leader in cloud-based software solutions for the automotive, hospitality and cruise industries, announce a partnership to accelerate voice innovations and next-generation solutions for interactive content services and navigation in cars.  The collaboration is an extension of a long-term strategic partnership between UIEvolution and VoiceBox that establishes a creative, commercial alliance combining VoiceBox's expertise in advanced voice technology with UIEvolution's leadership as an in-vehicle mobile connectivity kingpin.

VoiceBox's leading voice and natural language understanding technologies will leverage the link between phone and vehicle provided by UIEvolution's UIEngine Link(TM) and the UIE CloudConnect(TM) service. UIEvolution's industry leading solution allows drivers to securely access real-time data and services, such as news and music, using their mobile device or by directly connecting the car to the cloud. VoiceBox provides the unifying voice interface to disparate services and applications, while expertly managing multiple layers of context.  With VoiceBox, driver distraction is minimized because drivers can engage by talking naturally. 

"We're proud to have been selected by key automakers to work with UIEvolution," said Mike Kennewick, CEO of VoiceBox. "We understand the importance of in-car connectivity and look forward to working together to deliver a unifying Voice Interface to enhance a safe and seamless experience specifically optimized for the road."

"Never before has there been a greater consumer demand for constant access to mobile device content and applications. In the car, that access must be fast and simple," said Chris Ruff, CEO and president of UIEvolution. "Our vision at UIEvolution is that technology and connectivity should enhance and never distract from life experiences. And working with VoiceBox, we're able to deliver upon this vision by providing ultimate voice-powered solutions that enable safer, driver-friendly access to highly demanded, useful mobile content."

VoiceBox and UIEvolution will focus their partnership on developing compelling next-generation experiences that take advantage of the vast mobile content available to consumers.  Ultimately, customers will have more flexibility in differentiating their offerings while providing consumers quick and easy ways to utilize the mobile content, applications, and services they want when they want it.

About UIEvolution 

UIEvolution is a vertical cloud Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider specializing in highly scalable connected device software and solutions across a broad range of markets, including automotive, cruise, hotel, retail and more. We believe that technology and connectivity should enhance and never distract from life experiences. From our inception in 2000, we have said - The User's Experience Matters. And, now for nearly 15 years we have made software and provided services that deliver this vision. Headquartered in Seattle with offices in Tokyo and Detroit, UIEvolution has a proven track record with clients like Toyota, Lexus, DIRECTV, Carnival Cruise Lines, Samsung, Clarion, AT&T, Microsoft, Disney, Mitsubishi and Panasonic. http://www.uievolution.com

About VoiceBox Technologies Corporation

VoiceBox provides one-stop-shopping for companies looking to voice-enable products and solutions; offering enhanced Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR), Natural Language Understanding (NLU), Text To Speech (TTS) technologies together with a full range of development, testing and data services for the Internet of Things (IoT).  The Company shares several CES Best in Show honors with its partners.  VoiceBox ships with Toyota, Fiat, Dodge, Chrysler, Maserati, Renault, Mazda, Subaru and Tom-Tom in 23 languages across 3 continents.  All are powered by VoiceBox's award-winning voice technology, protected by over thirty patents. Headquartered in Bellevue, WA, the Company has offices in Los Angeles, Munich, the Netherlands and Tokyo.

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CONTACT: Alisa Song, (206) 576-5573, asong@webershandwick.com

Socionext Creates New Videos Highlighting the Company's Leading Edge SoC and Standard Products, ASIC Technologies

-- Videos Detail Advanced ASIC Solutions for Servers, Imaging, Networking, Custom SoCs, Video Delivery Products, and Ultra High Speed CMOS Data Converters for Telecommunications, Datacomm

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Socionext America Inc. (SNA), a new leader in advanced custom SoC design technology, today introduced a set of video presentations that describe and detail Socionext's global leadership in high-performance ASIC, SoC, CMOS data converter, and standard product solutions.

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"Socionext provides a strong technological base, with a focus on networking and imaging technologies that offers our customers the most advanced solutions and optimal product quality," said Satoru "Ethan" Yamaguchi, SNA President and CEO. "As these videos will demonstrate, we are committed to develop exciting, breakthrough products to meet current and future requirements, and to support a sustainable, visionary technology that can benefit society worldwide."

Video Presentations Highlight SoC Solutions, Networking and Data Communications Products

The video highlights all the key products Socionext designs and develops, including advanced high performance SoC solutions for the server, storage and networking marketing with silicon featured in supercomputers, high-end storage systems. The portfolio includes 100G networking products and specialized computing platforms, with a total of more than 900 designs from 90nm to 200nm.

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Advanced CMOS Converter Technology

The new video series describes the company's advanced CMOS converter technology, which is used throughout the 100G and 400G optical networks that power today's Internet, and enable terabit networks. Among other leading products are the industry's first 4-channel 56GSa/s ADC based on a vertically integrated 65nm CMOS process, and a 4-channel 65Gbp/s DAC. Using these converters and working closely with system partners Socionext has developed a fully integrated, single-wavelength, 100Gbps CMOS coherent transceiver.

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Portfolio of Standard Products

Socionext has leveraged its expertise with advanced codec development to produce the first HEVC encoder chip, the M31, a compact design supporting 4K/ 60 frames per second. The M31's 10-bit color profile produces high end video quality that lets broadcast systems deliver 4K/ 60p, which is more cost-effective than software-based systems. A single M31 encoder consuming under 10 watts can replace up to 48 Xeon-class processors, which consume 100 times more power.

The company also offers a comprehensive security camera solution with high-quality 4K images for camera input and network video recording (NVR). Users can monitor a wide area, and recognize or zoom in on people or objects to generate next-generation, high quality, and very clear 4K images. SNA's technology processes images captured from a 360 degree, all-around-view camera using distortion correction, clipping, super-resolution zoom, panoramic view, and other features.

In addition are SNA's complementary products such as the world's smallest WiGig module, complete with an integrated antenna. This compact device enables a 1080p movie to be downloaded in as little as three minutes, compared with up to an hour over traditional Wi-Fi, while consuming just 0.7mW.

Watch the video: https://youtu.be/6w4B3EkQQ2Q

About Socionext Inc.

Socionext is a new, innovative enterprise that designs, develops and delivers System-on-Chip products to customers worldwide. The company is focused on imaging, networking and other dynamic technologies that drive today's leading-edge applications. Socionext combines world-class expertise, experience, and an extensive IP portfolio to provide exceptional solutions and ensure a better quality of experience for customers. Founded in 2015, Socionext Inc. is headquartered in Yokohama, and has offices in Japan, Asia, United States and Europe to lead its product development and sales activities. For more information, visit socionext.com.

For product information, visit the company's website at http://www.socionext.com, e-mail sna_inquiry@us.socionext.com or call 1-844-680-3453. For company news and updates, connect with us on Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/socionextus) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/socionextus)

Company and product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Information provided in this press release is accurate at time of publication and subject to change without advance notice.

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CONTACT: Press Contacts: Sherry Chen, Socionext America Inc., 1-408-737-5654, sna_pr@us.socionext.com; Dick Davies, IPRA, 1-415-652-7515, ipra@mindspring.com

Web Site: http://www.socionext.com

AVT Begins Engineering Automated Sno-Cone Custom Vending Machine Featured on "Make Me a Millionaire Inventor"

CNBC program helped inventor/entrepreneur take idea for unique and innovative self-service kiosk, and turn it into reality

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- AVT, Inc. (OTC Markets: AVTC) (http://www.autoretail.com), a leading manufacturer of automated retailing systems, self-service kiosks, and custom vending machines, announced today that the company will begin engineering for production of the famous Automated Sno-Cone Kiosk, which gained worldwide acclaim when it premiered on a recent episode of  "Make Me a Millionaire Inventor" on CNBC.

The inventors of the system were introduced to Shannon Illingworth, Founder of AVT, by the producers at CNBC. Illingworth guided the entrepreneurs on their journey to develop a unique custom vending machine that would dispense freshly made Sno-Cones. Illingworth became a trusted resource, and after the inventors received funding, they turned to AVT take the product from prototype to mass production.

AVT has been involved in the design, engineering and development of many custom vending projects: From household brand names like Rug Doctor, to media-favorites like Farmer's Fridge and Burrito Box.

"I like to align myself with people that have a real passion for their business," Illingworth commented. "My goal is to provide entrepreneurs with manufacturing expertise and industry insight, along with the resources they need to help turn their dreams into a reality."

Illingworth, who is known as "The Father of Automated Retailing," was asked by CNBC producers to offer guidance to two sets of entrepreneurs that dreamed of starting a business based on self-service platforms.

The Sno-Cone custom vending machine particularly impressed investors, and with fresh funding in hand, the inventors turned to AVT for manufacturing and production.

"I believe this could be a huge hit," Illingworth said. "The inventors are wonderful people with great passion, and I look forward to helping them build a successful business," he added. "Besides, who doesn't want a Sno-Cone on a hot day?"

For information on AVT, call (877) 424-3663, or visit: http://www.autoretail.com.

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AVT, Inc.

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iHealth Lab Launches New Wireless Scale and Smartphone App

Aimed at Helping Individuals Easily Track Body Composition and Fitness

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- iHealth Lab, the leading provider of consumer-friendly mobile health devices and apps, today unveiled the iHealth Core: Wireless Body Composition Scale (HS6) and a new iHealth MyVitals smartphone app which, combined, provide users with a comprehensive view of their body composition and how their fitness routine impacts their overall wellness over time. The solution also allows persons with chronic conditions such as obesity and hypertension to better manage their health and make more-informed lifestyle decisions.

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The new scale uses electronic sensors and proprietary algorithms to accurately measure nine aspects of body composition including:

    --  Weight and body mass index
    --  Body fat
    --  Lean, muscle, and bone mass
    --  Water weight
    --  Daily calories
    --  Visceral fat rating
It then automatically sends the data over WiFi to the iHealth Cloud® where users can access and track their results using the new MyVitals app on both Apple and Android devices. When starting a new fitness routine or a new medication, this data can be very valuable in helping users to understand if they are gaining fat or muscle, so that they can make the appropriate adjustments. By observing changes in body composition over time, users can determine whether they are engaged in a program that will bring about positive/desired changes or has no impact.

The HIPPA-compliant scale solution supports up to 10 unique users and stores up to 200 readings offline, which can be synchronized with the MyVitals app and iHealth cloud at the user's convenience. It also leverages state-of-the-art bioimpedance sensors and proprietary algorithms to ensure accurate results.

The scale is being sold online through Walmart.com, Amazon.com, and BestBuy.com and will be available in retail stores such as Best Buy Canada starting in mid-September at an MSRP of $129.99.

The new MyVitals app is the latest generation of iHealth's popular wellness monitoring app featuring a reporting dashboard that provides in-depth explanations of the user's data and lets users view all trends and graphs seamlessly from their unique "My Vitals" homepage. The easy-to-use app also includes descriptions of the nine metrics of body composition and how they contribute to wellness.

Additionally, the new MyVitals app includes an expanded food log database with easy logging and tracking, as well as a simple export feature, common across all iHealth products, that allows users to produce PDF or Excel reports they can easily share with their doctor or caregiver. MyVitals is available as a free download from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Users who already have previous MyVitals apps installed on their smartphone will receive an automatic upgrade notification.

"iHealth is changing the way that people track and manage their health by empowering them with data and resources they need to get a better understanding of their overall health and wellness," said Steve Monnier, vice president of sales and marketing at iHealth. "This new scale, in conjunction with our app, will help consumers make the changes needed to improve their overall quality of life."

About iHealth:
iHealth is a global leader in consumer-friendly mobile health devices and apps that enable individuals to take a more active role in managing their personal health. Based in Silicon Valley, iHealth has designed and manufactured an award-winning line of clinically approved consumer friendly mobile health electronics that include a wireless blood pressure monitor; a blood glucose meter;  a body analysis scale; a pulse oximeter and activity tracker. These medical-grade products securely sync with the free iHealth MyVitals app on iOS and Android devices, allowing users to easily chart their personal health data, monitor for changes, and share this information with a provider or family member using secure cloud connectivity. Visit http://www.ihealthlabs.com to learn more.

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Mentor Graphics Certified for TSMC 10nm FinFET Process Technology

WILSONVILLE, Ore., Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Mentor Graphics Corp. (NASDAQ: MENT) today announced TSMC has certified Calibre® nmPlatform for 10nm FinFET V0.9 process. The Mentor® Analog FastSPICE(TM) circuit verification platform has achieved circuit-level and device-level certification as well, while the Olympus-SoC(TM) digital design platform is being enhanced to help designers validate and optimize designs more efficiently in TSMC 10nm FinFET. Completion of the remaining certification with 10nm V1.0 process is targeted for Q4, 2015.

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Mentor Graphics partnered with TSMC to add a spectrum of new capabilities for their mutual customers' adoption of 10nm FinFET technology. The new capabilities include advanced double patterning, DRC checks, visualization of TSMC's full-colored layout methodology, and improved layout productivity with Calibre nmDRC(TM) and Calibre RealTime products. To improve circuit simulation for FinFET devices and multi-patterned layout, new parasitic models have been implemented in Calibre xACT(TM) as well as enhanced device parameter extraction in Calibre nmLVS(TM). For reliability requirements at 10nm, Calibre PERC(TM) has added P2P resistance and current density (CD) checks that help identify sources of electrical failure. For manufacturability, Mentor Graphics extended the SmartFill feature of Calibre YieldEnhancer to meet TSMC 10nm fill requirements.

"Mentor Graphics and TSMC have been working together to identify and solve the challenges in advanced technologies," said Joseph Sawicki, vice president and general manager of the Design to Silicon division at Mentor Graphics. "This partnership helps our joint customers release their designs to spec, on time, and deliver more competitive products to the global marketplace."

"We have a long collaboration history with Mentor Graphics to provide innovative solutions in generations of process nodes," said Suk Lee, TSMC Senior Director, Design Infrastructure Marketing Division, "TSMC's partnership with Mentor Graphics on 10nm FinFET helps our mutual customers take advantage of the power, performance and density benefits for this breakthrough 3D transistor technology."

The Analog FastSPICE (AFS(TM)) Platform, including AFS Mega, has been certified with various types of reference circuits for 10nm FinFET process technology through TSMC's SPICE Simulation Tool Certification Program, while device-level certification is ongoing. The Analog FastSPICE Platform provides fast, accurate circuit verification for large-scale nanometer analog, RF, mixed-signal, memory, and custom digital circuits. For embedded SRAM and other array-based circuits, AFS Mega delivers accurate simulation results.

Mentor Graphics and TSMC have also collaborated to add support for full colored design methodology for 10nm in the Olympus-SoC place & route platform. Olympus-SoC has been enhanced to support 10nm floorplanning, placement and routing requirements including multi-site and cross-row constraints-aware placement, pre-colored routing for via1, color-aware min area rules, and incremental design rules, and also to be able to take process variation into consideration.

Mentor Graphics also tuned its products to streamline design and verification flows for multiple process technologies. For example, the SmartFill ECO fill flow helps designers manage last-minute changes. New multi-patterning graph reduction techniques in the Calibre tool's Multi-Patterning reduce runtimes and debugging effort. Mentor Graphics partnered with TSMC to optimize the usability and speed of Delta-V checks, using the Calibre nmDRC product and the Calibre RealTime tool, to help customers manage the increased check complexity of DRC and double patterning. Designers can improve efficiency and lower overall TAT using TSMC sign-off of the Calibre product decks inside the Calibre nmDRC tool in concert with the Calibre RealTime product. The ongoing collaboration between Mentor Graphics and TSMC ensures that mutual customers have access to EDA tools that are not only optimized for the newest process technologies, but also ready to streamline flows for other leading-edge technologies.

About Mentor Graphics

Mentor Graphics Corporation is a world leader in electronic hardware and software design solutions, providing products, consulting services and award-winning support for the world's most successful electronic, semiconductor and systems companies. Established in 1981, the company reported revenues in the last fiscal year in excess of $1.24 billion. Corporate headquarters are located at 8005 S.W. Boeckman Road, Wilsonville, Oregon 97070-7777. World Wide Web site: http://www.mentor.com/.

(Mentor Graphics, Mentor, and Calibre are registered trademarks of Mentor Graphics Corporation. Analog FastSPICE, nmDRC, nmLVS, Olympus-SoC, PERC and xACT are trademarks of Mentor Graphics Corporation. All other company or product names are the registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners.)

For more information, please contact:
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Zebra Technologies Introduces New Customizable, Enterprise-Class Tablets for Enterprise Asset Intelligence

New ET50 and ET55 tablets cater to diverse mobile strategies with choice of operating system and display size

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill., Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), a global leader in solutions and services that provide real-time visibility into organizations' assets, people and transactions introduced the next-generation ET50 and ET55 tablet computers, which combine the best of consumer-styling with the enterprise-class features necessary to increase workforce productivity. With a choice of the Microsoft Windows 8.1 or Android(TM) 5.1 (Lollipop) operating system (OS) and two different display sizes, businesses can choose the modern enterprise-grade tablet that best meets their application needs and technology strategy.

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    --  Operating Flexibility to Empower the Right Business Applications:  The
        ET50/55 is the first Zebra tablet computer available with the Windows
        8.1 OS and is Windows 10-ready. Windows gives access to legacy ERP
        systems and commonality to desktop solutions. The Android version of the
        ET50/55 tablet computer comes standard with Zebra's Mobility Extensions
        (Mx), providing enterprise-class security; device management and data
        capture capabilities. The Android tablets are also equipped with Zebra's
        AppGallery - an Android enterprise app store providing ready-to-use
        apps.
    --  A Business Tool with an Enterprise-Class Accessory Ecosystem: Tablets
        need the right accessories to make them enterprise-grade productivity
        tools.  New vehicle mount cradles are ideal for service technicians,
        delivery drivers and salespeople on the road while a forklift mount can
        handle most warehouse environments. Advanced scanning capabilities are
        available that can accurately and rapidly capture photos, NFC tags, and
        bar codes in virtually any condition and on practically any surface. 
        Hot-swappable batteries augment the built-in battery and deliver 24 x 7
        power to field service, transportation and logistics, retail, warehouse,
        manufacturing and government employees.
    --  Features Designed for Enterprise Mobile Workforces: The ET50 features
        Wi-Fi connectivity while the ET55 adds 4G LTE cellular connectivity, and
        both models offer an advanced capacitive touch display that enables
        gloved or ungloved usage and the ability to use a stylus or a finger for
        annotating and capturing signatures. All configurations are designed to
        MIL-STD specification for drops to concrete and have IP65 sealing.
    --  Enterprise-Class Services: Zebra OneCare Essential Services provide
        device diagnostics and coverage for normal wear and tear as well as
        accidental damage to internal and external components, significantly
        reducing unforeseen repair expenses.
SUPPORTING QUOTE

Joe White, vice president, Enterprise Mobile Computing, Zebra Technologies
"The rugged ET50 line of tablet computers addresses all the business issues associated with deploying tablets inside and outside the four walls of the enterprise - from durability, security and expandability to device and application management. And with the addition of Windows 8.1 to our tablet portfolio, customers can truly choose the enterprise-class tablet that best fits their mobile strategy."

SUPPORTING RESOURCES

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Twitter:@ZebraTechnology

About Zebra Technologies
Zebra (NASDAQ: ZBRA) makes businesses as smart and connected as the world we live in. Zebra tracking and visibility solutions transform the physical to digital, creating the data streams enterprises need to simplify operations, know more about their businesses, and empower their mobile workforces. For more information, visit http://www.zebra.com.

Media Contact:
Bill Abelson

Zebra Technologies

Phone: +1-917-952-2551
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Industry Analyst Contact:
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Zebra Technologies

Phone: +1-224-316-0066
carolyn.buerger@zebra.com

Zebra Technologies, Zebra and the Zebra logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Zebra Technologies Corporation and are used under license. Android is a trademark of Google, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Third-party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. ©2015 Zebra Technologies Corporation. All rights reserved.

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New Palo Alto Networks Aperture Safely Enables SaaS By Preventing Data Exposure And Threat Risks

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Palo Alto Networks® (NYSE: PANW), the next-generation security company, today announced availability of Aperture, a new security-as-a-service offering to help organizations safely enable and strengthen security for sanctioned SaaS applications, such as Box, Dropbox, Google Drive, and Salesforce.

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Typically accessed by users via both corporate and personal devices, SaaS applications provide productivity and collaboration benefits for organizations; however, these applications and the often sensitive data stored in the public cloud present unique security challenges and risks, such as accidental data exposure by users.  To prevent this exposure and ensure threats do not propagate through these SaaS applications, granular visibility and control of sanctioned SaaS applications with security policies applied to all data and users is essential.

Aperture - based on technology acquired from CirroSecure in May 2015 - gives security teams this visibility and control of sanctioned SaaS application activity, and provides a detailed analysis of usage by user and device to easily determine if there are any data risks or compliance-related policy violations.  In addition to granular policy controls, Aperture is integrated with the Palo Alto Networks WildFire(TM) cloud-based malware prevention offering to identify known and unknown malware and prevent a SaaS application from becoming an insertion point for advanced threats into an organization's computing environment.

QUOTES

    --  "Global organizations are transitioning to new models of productivity
        and collaboration, powered by mobile-first, cloud-based solutions. With
        this new approach, IT leaders must adopt security policies that protect
        business critical information while still enabling employees to be agile
        and connected. We're incredibly excited to be working with Palo Alto
        Networks to advance content security in the cloud and transform the way
        today's leading enterprises work." -  Chris Yeh, senior vice president,
        Product at Box

    --  "Until now, this combination of visibility, analysis, and contextual
        control of SaaS applications hasn't existed and it forced many
        organizations to shoulder the risks associated with sanctioning the use
        of SaaS applications.  Now, the granular control provided by Aperture,
        along with malware protection through WildFire, can help organizations
        enjoy the productivity benefits of sanctioned SaaS applications while
        reducing the risk of data exposure and cyberthreats compromising their
        networks."-  Lee Klarich, senior vice president, product management at
        Palo Alto Networks
Secure SaaS applications with visibility, analysis and control
Aperture, which complements the Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewall that identifies and controls access to unsanctioned applications, allows IT teams to control sanctioned SaaS applications and associated data by examining and controlling how data is shared while preventing malware from being introduced.

Aperture, a cloud-based, device-agnostic offering that requires no agents, has little impact on the user's experience or changes to the network infrastructure.  If a use violation occurs, Aperture enables quick enforcement of security policies to quarantine folders and data.

Key features of Aperture include:

    --  Complete visibility across all user, folder and file activity - Helps
        organizations transition from a position of speculation to one of
        knowing what is happening at any given point in time.
    --  Retroactive analysis and control of data and threat exposure -
        Enforcement dating back to the creation of the SaaS account itself.
    --  Deep content inspection and usage analytics - Quickly classify data and
        determine if there are any data risks or compliance-related policy
        violations.
    --  Granular, context-aware policy control - Drive the enforcement and
        quarantine of folders and data as soon as a violation occurs.
    --  Advanced threat protection - Block known malware, and identify and block
        unknown malware.
For more information about Palo Alto Networks Aperture, visit:https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/products/aperture.html

For more information about Palo Alto Networks WildFire, visit: https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/products/technologies/wildfire.html

For more information about the Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Security Platform, visit: https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/products/platforms.html

Availability
Aperture is a subscription-based security-as-a-service offering now available in North America through authorized channel partners of Palo Alto Networks.  It is expected to be available in EMEA and APAC by the first half of CY2016.

About Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto Networks is the next-generation security company, leading a new era in cybersecurity by safely enabling applications and preventing cyber breaches for tens of thousands of organizations worldwide.  Built with an innovative approach and highly differentiated cyberthreat prevention capabilities, our game-changing security platform delivers security far superior to legacy or point products, safely enables daily business operations, and protects an organization's most valuable assets.  Find out more at http://www.paloaltonetworks.com.

Palo Alto Networks and the Palo Alto Networks logo are trademarks of Palo Alto Networks, Inc. in the United States and in jurisdictions throughout the world. All other trademarks, trade names or service marks used or mentioned herein belong to their respective owners.

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Microsemi Introduces SyncSystem 4380A Master Timing Reference with Highest Levels of Accuracy and Performance at ION GNSS+ Conference

New Precise Time and Frequency Reference Provides Greater Functionality, Improved Scalability, and Increased Reliability to Meet the Most Stringent Requirements

ALISO VIEJO, Calif., Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC), a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, today announced a new high performance precise time and frequency product, the SyncSystem 4380A Master Timing Reference, for use in metrology, defense, communications, aerospace and other applications where performance and reliability are vital. The device is particularly well-suited for applications requiring accurate synchronization as well as repeatable timing performance which demand the highest levels of reliability.

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"The SyncSystem 4380A delivers metrology-grade time and frequency performance in a highly configurable 1U rack-mountable package," said Sri Purisai, manager of Microsemi's synchronization business unit. "Building upon the legacy of Microsemi's 4370A, the 4380A has been enhanced with high performance components and advanced algorithms to deliver a world-class timing reference that will address our customers' most stringent performance requirements, now and for many years to come."

World-Class Timing Performance
Microsemi's new SyncSystem 4380A employs an internal rubidium oscillator and an L1/L2 GPS receiver to ensure accurate synchronization of the 4380A with Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)/U. S. Naval Observatory (USNO) and repeatability customers can depend upon every single day of operation.  L1-only GPS receivers are plagued by unpredictable events such as solar storms, which impact timing performance by stimulating an increase in the total electron count (TEC) of the ionosphere. These events degrade the performance of timing systems unless an L1/L2 receiver is used, as it enables a direct measurement and correction for the delay of GPS signals through the ionosphere.  Microsemi's SyncSystem 4380A's L1/L2 GPS receiver is a must-have for applications requiring repeatable timing performance with the highest levels of reliability.

Included with the standard 4380A is an L1/L2 GPS antenna that enables the system to precisely locate its antenna position with millimeter-level accuracy. This is accomplished by using the auto-survey mode of the 4380A to generate a RINEX observation file that can be uploaded to online processing utilities to provide a differential GPS solution for the position of the antenna. The same technique is used to precisely track plate-tectonic movements of the Earth. This attention to detail is critical in guaranteeing system performance of <10 ns RMS because the largest error contributor is the calibration bias (which includes errors in antenna position).

Configurable and Scalable
The SyncSystem 4380A is well-suited to satisfy today's timing needs and provides the scalability to meet future requirements as well.  Each 4380A has six expansion ports for hot-swappable output modules that provide an array of timing signals. Output modules exist for most conceivable timing signals, and new modules are routinely developed to support specialized timing signals for users with unique requirements.

Although the 4380A already employs an internal rubidium oscillator, the standard 4380A also has the ability to use an external frequency reference (e.g., 5071A, MHM 2010) when available. This further enhances the performance of the 4380A without requiring additional upgrades.

Key Features

    --  Timing accuracy: <10 ns RMS
    --  Frequency accuracy: <1E-13 at 1 day
    --  Phase noise: -110 dBc/Hz (at 1 Hz offset)
    --  Holdover: 250 ns at one day
    --  Network Time Protocol (NTP)
    --  Hot-swappable input/output modules
    --  Redundant and hot-swappable power supplies
    --  L1/L2 GPS receiver mitigates effect of ionospheric delay changes and
        supports advanced GPS processing
    --  GPS log access via network
    --  Remote software upgrades via network
    --  External frequency reference input enables augmented timing performance
4380A Product Demonstrations at ION GNSS+ Conference
Microsemi's technical experts will be showcasing the new SyncSystem 4380A in booth #601 at ION GNSS+, the world's largest technical meeting and showcase of GNSS technology, products and services. ION GNSS+ will take place Sept. 14-18, 2015 at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida.To schedule a meeting or product demonstration with Microsemi during the conference, contact sales.support@microsemi.com.

Product Availability
Microsemi's new SyncSystem 4380A product will be available for order starting in fall 2015. For more information, visit http://www.microsemi.com/products/timing-synchronization-systems/time-frequency-distribution/gps-instruments/4380a. To request a product datasheet or further product details, email sales.support@microsemi.com.

About Microsemi's Timing and Synchronization Product Portfolio
As a global provider of advanced timing and synchronization solutions, Microsemi offers a complete portfolio of precise time and frequency products that span all levels of integration, from integrated circuits, to components for embedded applications, to timing and synchronization systems, to turnkey timescales for customers around the world. Microsemi's embedded timing solutions include component clocks, such as the rubidium Miniature Atomic Clock (MAC) and the Chip Scale Atomic Clock (CSAC), with best-in-class performance for their respective power consumption levels, as well as modules, providing GPS Disciplined Oscillators (GPSDOs) and bus level timing. At the systems level, solutions offered by the company generate, distribute and apply precise time for the communications, aerospace, defense, IT infrastructure and metrology industries. Customers range from communications service providers and network equipment manufacturers to governments and their suppliers worldwide. Using the technology offered by Microsemi, customers are able to build more reliable networks and systems by using the company's advanced timing technologies, atomic clocks, services and solutions. These systems support today's precise timing standards, including GPS-based timing, IEEE 1588 (PTP), Network Time Protocol (NTP), Synchronous Ethernet and DOCSIS(®) timing. To learn more visit http://www.microsemi.com/products/timing-synchronization-systems/timing-synchronization-systems.

About Microsemi
Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC) offers a comprehensive portfolio of semiconductor and system solutions for communications, defense & security, aerospace and industrial markets. Products include high-performance and radiation-hardened analog mixed-signal integrated circuits, FPGAs, SoCs and ASICs; power management products; timing and synchronization devices and precise time solutions, setting the world's standard for time; voice processing devices; RF solutions; discrete components; security technologies and scalable anti-tamper products; Ethernet solutions; Power-over-Ethernet ICs and midspans; as well as custom design capabilities and services. Microsemi is headquartered in Aliso Viejo, Calif., and has approximately 3,600 employees globally. Learn more at http://www.microsemi.com.

Microsemi and the Microsemi logo are registered trademarks or service marks of Microsemi Corporation and/or its affiliates. Third-party trademarks and service marks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.

"Safe Harbor" Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: Any statements set forth in this news release that are not entirely historical and factual in nature, including without limitation statements related to its new high performance precise time and frequency product, the SyncSystem 4380A Master Timing Reference, for use in metrology, defense, communications, aerospace, and other applications where performance and reliability are vital, and its potential effects on future business, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations and are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements. The potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, such factors as rapidly changing technology and product obsolescence, potential cost increases, variations in customer order preferences, weakness or competitive pricing environment of the marketplace, uncertain demand for and acceptance of the company's products, adverse circumstances in any of our end markets, results of in-process or planned development or marketing and promotional campaigns, difficulties foreseeing future demand, potential non-realization of expected orders or non-realization of backlog, product returns, product liability, and other potential unexpected business and economic conditions or adverse changes in current or expected industry conditions, difficulties and costs of protecting patents and other proprietary rights, inventory obsolescence and difficulties regarding customer qualification of products. In addition to these factors and any other factors mentioned elsewhere in this news release, the reader should refer as well to the factors, uncertainties or risks identified in the company's most recent Form 10-K and all subsequent Form 10-Q reports filed by Microsemi with the SEC. Additional risk factors may be identified from time to time in Microsemi's future filings. The forward-looking statements included in this release speak only as of the date hereof, and Microsemi does not undertake any obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

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D-Link Introduces New Value Line of Surveillance Cameras

Vigilance Cameras Offer Simplicity and Affordability in a Professional IP Camera Family

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- D-Link today introduced a new line of surveillance cameras starting with the Vigilance Full HD Outdoor Dome Network Camera (DCS-4602EV) and the Vigilance HD Outdoor Mini Bullet Network Camera (DCS-4701E).

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"Our new Vigilance line addresses changes in the market place over the last year for key IP camera features at a more affordable price point," said Vance Kozik, director of marketing for IP Surveillance, D-Link Systems, Inc. "More and more businesses are looking for value-oriented surveillance cameras that are easy to use while at the same time maintain professional HD video quality in a rugged compact form factor."

The Vigilance DCS-4602EV is an Indoor/Outdoor Dome Camera offering Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution, integrated infrared illumination for seeing in complete darkness, and a rugged housing that is rated for both weather and vandal resistance. Additional features include 3D noise filtering for enhanced low light performance and PoE (Power over Ethernet), allowing for convenient single cable installation.

The Vigilance DCS-4701E is an Indoor/Outdoor Mini Bullet Camera that offers HD 1280 x 720 resolution, integrated infrared illumination, and an integrated cable management bracket for additional protection against vandalism. Other features include LowLight+ technology which dramatically increases low light performance.

More about the DCS-4602EV:

    --  Two Megapixel Full HD 1080p resolution (1920 x 1080)
    --  Infrared LED night vision with viewing up to 60 feet in complete
        darkness
    --  2.8mm lens (96 degree field of view)
    --  Video motion detection
    --  IP66 Weatherproof rating
    --  IK10 Vandal-proof rating for public environments
    --  Built-in 802.3af compliant PoE module for easy installation in a variety
        of locations without the need for supplemental power cabling
    --  ONVIF compliance for 3(rd) party VMS and NVR support
More about the DCS-4701E:

    --  One Megapixel HD 720p resolution (1280 x 720)
    --  Infrared LED night vision with viewing up to 90 feet in complete
        darkness
    --  2.8mm lens (96 degree field of view)
    --  Video motion detection
    --  IP66 Weatherproof rating
    --  Built-in 802.3af compliant PoE module for easy installation in a variety
        of locations without the need for supplemental power cabling
    --  ONVIF compliance for 3(rd) party VMS and NVR support
Availability and Pricing

The DCS-4602EV and DCS-4701E are available now for an estimated street price of $185 each. D-Link's IP surveillance cameras are sold through D-Link's vast network of channel partners, including value-added resellers, solution providers and distributors.

About D-Link

D-Link is the global leader in connectivity for home, small business, mid- to large-sized enterprise environments, and service providers. An award-winning designer, developer, and manufacturer, D-Link implements and supports unified network solutions that integrate capabilities in switching, wireless, broadband, storage, IP Surveillance, and cloud-based network management. For more information visit us.dlink.com, or connect with D-Link on LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/company/d-link), Spiceworks (http://community.spiceworks.com/networking/d-link) and the D-Link Blog (http://businessblog.us.dlink.com/).

D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries. All other third-party marks mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. Copyright © 2015. D-Link. All Rights Reserved

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KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue Coming To The PlayStation®4 System

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- SQUARE ENIX® and Disney Interactive today revealed that development has begun on KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue, a compilation that brings the popular KINGDOM HEARTS [Dream Drop Distance] to the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system platform remastered in high definition.

Originally released in 2012, KINGDOM HEARTS [Dream Drop Distance] HD is a full-HD remastered version of KINGDOM HEARTS 3D [Dream Drop Distance]. Series protagonists Sora and Riku take on the Mark of Mastery exam in preparation for coming threats. The signature action of the KINGDOM HEARTS series has evolved, allowing players to experience faster-paced battles and exploration at a blistering pace.

This newly remastered title also features:

    --  KINGDOM HEARTS 0.2 Birth by Sleep - A Fragmentary Passage -
        --  A completely new playable episode that links to the story of KINGDOM
            HEARTS III, taking place after the storyline of KINGDOM HEARTS Birth
            by Sleep played from the perspective of Aqua.
    --  KINGDOM HEARTS  [chi] Back Cover (movie)
        --  A new HD movie that tells the mysterious story of the Foretellers,
            connecting the earliest parts of the series' history, showcased in
            the upcoming mobile title KINGDOM HEARTS Unchained  [chi].
For screenshots, please visit the press site at press.na.square-enix.com. The new announcement trailer will debut on the official KINGDOM HEARTS YouTube channel (http://www.youtube.com/KingdomHearts) on Thursday, Sept. 17.

KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue is being developed for the PlayStation®4 system. This title is not yet rated. Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website at http://www.esrb.org for more information about ratings.

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Facebook® Page: http://www.facebook.com/kingdomhearts

Twitter®: @KINGDOMHEARTS

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/KingdomHearts

About the KINGDOM HEARTS Series
KINGDOM HEARTS is a series of role-playing games created through the collaboration of Disney Interactive and Square Enix. Since the first KINGDOM HEARTS was released in March 2002 for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the series has expanded several additional entries. The series celebrated its 10th anniversary in March 2012, and has shipped over 21 million units worldwide.

About Disney Interactive
Disney Interactive is the digital entertainment part of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS). As one of the world's largest creators of high-quality digital experiences, Disney Interactive produces interactive entertainment for the whole family including multi-platform video games, online short form video, mobile and social games and digital destinations across all current and emerging media platforms.

Entertaining guests of all ages, Disney Interactive's key products include the video game platform Disney Infinity, top virtual world for kids Club Penguin, popular mobile franchises like Frozen Free Fall and Disney Tsum Tsum, top online destinations for kids, parents and fans including Disney.com, Oh My Disney, and Babble.com and the Disney social network reaching more than 1.5 billion guests on Facebook.

About Square Enix Inc.
Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix Group. The Square Enix Group operates a global network of leading development studios and boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property, including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 110 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 66 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER®, which has sold over 42 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

More information on Square Enix, Inc. can be found at http://www.na.square-enix.com/.

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EQual One, the Must Have Solution for Monitoring the Quality of Experience (QoE) Once Again at the Heart of ARCEP's Latest Campaign

LYON, France, September 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    EQual One, V3D's flagship product, was used for the third successive year, this time
as part of the 2015 campaign undertaken by ARCEP (French Electronic Communications and
Postal Regulatory Authority) to measure and compare the quality of data services offered
by the four French mobile telephony providers.  

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    For its new campaign, whose report was just published on 30 July 2015, ARCEP opted for
the EQual One solution as part of Anite's Nemo CEM Solution. This software specialises in
measuring data service quality based on information taken directly from commercial
smartphones. EQual One [http://www.v3d.fr/solution/equal-one ], the innovative solution
created by the French editor V3D, is a major reference for many mobile network providers
and regulatory authorities [http://www.v3d.fr/issue/telecom-regulators ] around the world.
Because ARCEP's goal was to base its assessment as closely as possible on the end user's
experience, whatever the sets of wireless technologies used from WIFI to 4G, it naturally
selected this solution to collect key performance indicators directly from all the
different smartphones and tablets in use on the market, thereby obtaining a real-time
vision of service quality and the customer experience, as perceived by the various French
mobile providers' subscribers.

    As Philippe Vial-Grelier, Chief Executive Officer of V3D, explains, "EQual One enables
the measurement of mobile network quality under real-life conditions. It is the tool that
best reflects providers' true coverage and service performance conditions and the end
user's actual experience regardless of the wireless technology used, from WIFI to 4G.
Additionally, EQual One can ramp up testing over time and space, to increase the
representativeness of the results. This makes our software solution equally suited to
regulators' needs for accuracy and objectivity and to the needs of mobile network
operators."

    About V3D

    Specialized in mobile technologies, V3D Solutions enables Mobile Operators to monitor
true network Quality of Experience (QoE) straight from the subscribers' perspective. This
approach to traditional measurement methods of network performance offers technical and
business benefits to various departments of an operator, from CEM & Marketing to Network
Operations or Customer Care.

    V3D portfolio focuses on customer experience and mobile network service performance.
EQual One solution is based on a combination of Device Quality Agents (DQA) deployed on
commercial devices and a powerful server interacting over-the-air with the DQAs and
potentially integrated with existing systems. V3D headquarter is based in Lyon, France.

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SanDisk® Introduces New All-Flash Reference Architectures and Enhanced Portfolio of Certified Flash Products for VMware Virtual SAN(TM) 6

BANGALORE, September 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    New Solution for Business Critical Applications and Databases Delivers 3 Million New
Orders Per Minute on All-Flash Virtual SAN 6[1] 

    SanDisk [http://www.sandisk.com ] Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK
[http://investor.sandisk.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=86495&p=irol-irhomemain ]), a global leader
in flash storage solutions, today unveiled three new reference architectures for VMWare
Virtual SAN(TM) 6 [http://www.vmware.com/products/virtual-san ] utilizing solid state
drives (SSD) and Fusion ioMemory(TM) PCIe application accelerators. When coupled with
VMware Virtual SAN 6, SanDisk's PCIe and SSD-based solutions allow customers to deploy
business critical applications, databases, virtual desktops and other IT workloads with
less effort, while gaining exceptional performance on VMware's hyper-converged and
cost-effective VMware Virtual SAN software-defined storage infrastructure.

    "SanDisk is addressing the challenges of latency and cost efficiency in the data
center with our all-flash VMware Virtual SAN reference architectures, which allow
customers to expand the workloads they can run on all-flash and hybrid-flash storage at
significantly lower costs," said John Scaramuzzo, senior vice president and general
manager, Enterprise Storage Solutions, SanDisk. "These new solutions are prime examples of
how SanDisk continues to collaborate with VMware. We look forward to working with our
mutual partners to help customers experience the significant benefits of the
flash-transformed, software-defined data center."

    By using SanDisk flash-based offerings with VMware solutions, customers are able to
consolidate IT footprint, while increasing application quality of service (QoS), deriving
huge benefits from server virtualization and virtual desktops. For example, SanDisk
customers have already been able to: increase support for concurrent users by 3X[2];
increase virtual desktop density by 4X[3]; reduce power and cooling by 16X[1]; and,
achieve 40X[4] faster report generation.

    Now with software-defined storage, according to Gartner, by 2017 one-third of
midmarket organizations will deploy VMware Virtual SAN for at least 30 percent of their
total storage capacity[5]. Businesses cannot afford for mission-critical applications to
be sluggish. These VMware validated reference architectures for business critical
applications, databases and desktop virtualization will allow customers to deploy with
confidence, while lowering storage TCO by up to 50 percent[6].

    "Flash is a key enabler for software-defined storage, allowing customers to get high
performance and reliability out of their IT infrastructure," said Charles Fan, senior vice
president and general manager, Storage and Availability, VMware. "Together, VMware and
SanDisk are making it easier for customers to accelerate the performance of their
applications and fully experience the benefits of software-defined storage."

    The new reference architectures utilizing SanDisk SATA, SAS and PCIe application
accelerator solutions with VMware Virtual SAN to be demonstrated at VMworld(R) 2015
include:

       
        - Online Transaction Processing (OLTP) Solution with All-Flash Virtual SAN  

    This new 4-node reference architecture utilizes SanDisk's 4TB Optimus MAX(TM) - the
industry's highest capacity SSD that is certified for Virtual SAN 6[7] - on a Lenovo
System x3650 M5 server platform. In a performance test conducted by SanDisk, Lenovo,
VMware, and Avago, all-flash 4-node configuration delivered 3.08 million New Orders per
Minute (NOPMs) and 14.1 million transactions per minute (TPMs) using eight virtual
machines executing Microsoft SQL Server Standard Edition. The HammerDB performance tuning
and benchmarking tool was used to run a 5000 Warehouse TPC-C like workload.[8]

       
        - VMware Horizon(R) Virtual Desktop and Applications Solution with All-Flash Virtual
          SAN  

    SanDisk co-led the development of this virtual desktop infrastructure reference
architecture
[http://www.vmware.com/files/pdf/VMware-Horizon-View-And-All-Flash-Virtual-SAN-Reference-Architecture.pdf ]
utilizing SanDisk's Lightning(R) Gen. II SSDs and Dell R730 G13 servers.
This solution was tested to run 800 Horizon 6 Desktops on a starter 4-node cluster with
VMware, Avago and Brocade. The solution fuels VMware Horizon(R) 6 virtual desktops and
applications at a significantly lower TCO when compared to traditional HDD-based storage
solutions. Similarly, when tested, a starter 4-node configuration deployed 24 desktops per
minute in a boot storm situation, bringing up 850 desktops in 35 minutes. This is the
industry's first 800 virtual desktop solution running on an end-to-end 12G all-flash VSAN
Cluster.[9]

       
        - Horizon Virtual Desktop Solution with Hybrid VMware Virtual SAN  

    This is a reference architecture tested in conjunction with HP and VMware, utilizing
HP ProLiant DL360 Gen9 servers and SanDisk's high performance Fusion ioMemory PCIe
application accelerators for caching in a hybrid VMware Virtual SAN cluster. In a
performance test conducted using VMware Horizon 6.1, the View Planner benchmarking and
workload generator with a 3-node cluster, the solution delivered fast application
performance and response times to support the maximum number of virtual desktops with all
responses under the recommended performance thresholds[10].

    A video by SanDisk and VMware executives on these new solutions is available here
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nUGb37zpXDY ]. Further details on these reference
architectures are also provided in a series of blogs by SanDisk
[http://itblog.sandisk.com/business-critical-on-vmware-virtual-san-extrapolating-48-million-nopm ]
, VMware
[https://blogs.vmware.com/euc/2015/08/vmware-horizon-view-sandisk-storage-virtual-san-all-flash-shared.html ]
and other partners'
[http://community.brocade.com/t5/Storage-Networks/Best-In-Class-Vendors-Partner-to-Build-A-Best-In-Class-VDI/ba-p/78993 ]
site. For more information on the role of flash in VMware
Virtual SAN environments, check out this webinar
[https://www.brighttalk.com/webcast/12587/166199?utm_campaign=user_weekly_my_brighttalk&utm_medium=email&utm_source=brighttalk-transact&utm_content=title&utm_keyword=upcoming ]
.
Additional details on SanDisk's solutions for virtualization and virtual desktop
infrastructures can be found on company's website
[http://www.sandisk.com/enterprise/ulltradimm-ssd ] or enterprise blog
[http://itblog.sandisk.com ]. For information on Fusion ioMemory PCIe application
accelerators, SanDisk Optimus MAX 4TB SSDs and SanDisk Lightning Gen. II 12 gb/s SAS SSD,
visit http://www.sandisk.com/enterprise/ [http://www.sandisk.com/enterprise ].

    SanDisk at VMworld 2015 

    To learn more and experience the power of the flash-accelerated, software-defined data
center, please visit SanDisk in booth #1920 during VMworld, taking place at the Moscone
Convention Center in San Francisco, August 30-September 3, 2015. You can join Serge Shats
for session STO5704
[https://vmworld2015.lanyonevents.com/connect/sessionDetail.ww?SESSION_ID=5704 ] on "Using
Virtual Data Services for IO Acceleration in vSphere," taking place on Monday, August 31,
from 12:30 - 1:30 PM; panel session VAPP5737 with industry experts such as Tarkan Maner
and Rawlinson Rivera on Software Defined Storage, from 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM on Tuesday,
September 1; or our two Solution Exchange sessions on Wednesday, September 2: FlashSoft
1:50 - 2:10 PM and All Flash Virtual SAN from 3:20 PM - 3:40 PM; and session STO5157
[https://vmworld2015.lanyonevents.com/connect/sessionDetail.ww?SESSION_ID=5157 ] on
"Running Business Critical Applications with VMware All Flash Virtual SAN" on Thursday,
September 3 from 12:00PM to 1:00PM. SanDisk will also be showcasing its newest FlashSoft
software solution during Tech Field Day [http://techfieldday.com/event/evmwu15 ] Extra
with Stephen Foskett taking place on Tuesday afternoon from 3:30-4:30pm. SanDisk's
Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer and General Manager of Enterprise
Solutions, Sumit Sadana, will be speaking at Nexenta's OpenSDx Summit
[https://nexenta.com/opensdx2015 ] at 9:35 AM on Thursday, September 3. You can also see
SanDisk solutions at work in our technology partner booths including: VMware, Dell, HP,
Lenovo, Nexenta, CloudByte, Tegile, SIOS, Supermicro and Maxta. For more details on
SanDisk's presence and solutions for VMworld, visit:
http://www.sandisk.com/events/vmworld-us/ [http://www.sandisk.com/events/vmworld-us ].

    About SanDisk 

    SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company, is a global
leader in flash storage solutions. For more than 27 years, SanDisk has expanded the
possibilities of storage, providing trusted and innovative products that have transformed
the electronics industry. Today, SanDisk's quality, state-of-the-art solutions are at the
heart of many of the world's largest data centers, and embedded in advanced smart phones,
tablets and PCs. SanDisk's consumer products are available at hundreds of thousands of
retail stores worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.sandisk.com.

    (c) 2015 SanDisk Corporation. All rights reserved. SanDisk, Fusion ioMemory, Optimus
MAX, Lightning, and others are trademarks of SanDisk Corporation in the United States and
other countries. VMware, Horizon and Virtual SAN are registered trademarks or trademarks
of VMware, Inc. in the United States and other jurisdictions. Other brand names mentioned
herein are for identification purposes only and may be the trademarks of their respective
holder(s). The use of the word "partner" or "partnership" does not imply a legal
partnership relationship between VMware and any other company.

    This news release contains references and links to third-party websites. SanDisk is
not responsible for and cannot control those websites.

    [2] TekSouth - USAF Data Warehouse Case
[http://www.sandisk.com/assets/case-studies/TekSouth_CS_Dell.pdf ] Study
[http://www.sandisk.com/assets/case-studies/TekSouth_CS_Dell.pdf ]

    [3] VMware Fast Track 2.0 Validated Reference Architecture: White Paper
[http://www.sandisk.com/assets/docs/esg-lab-validation-fusion-iovdi-reference-architecture.pdf ]

    [4] Quaker Maid Customer Case Study
[http://www.sandisk.com/assets/case-studies/QuakerMaid_CS_Lenovo.pdf ]

    [5] "Gartner Predicts 2015: Midmarket CIOs Must Shed IT Debt to Invest in Strategic
Initiatives,' Gartner Research, October 2014.  

    [6] VMware Virtual SAN 6.0 Data Sheet
[https://www.vmware.com/files/pdf/products/vsan/VMware_Virtual_SAN_Datasheet.pdf ]

    [7] Capacity verified using VMware HCL for Virtual SAN 6.

    [8] Performance results may vary according to system architecture, configurations and
applications.

    [9] VMware Horizon View and All Flash Virtual SAN Reference Architecture
[http://www.vmware.com/files/pdf/techpaper/VMware-Horizon-View-And-All-Flash-Virtual-SAN-Reference-Architecture.pdf ]
Document

    [10] Testing reference based on HP Solution Brief here
[http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetDocument.aspx?docname=4AA6-0949ENW&cc=us&lc=en ].

    [1] Based on performance tests conducted by SanDisk, Lenovo, VMware and Avago using
HammerDB and SQL Server Database. Performance results may vary according to system
architecture, configurations and applications. 

       
         
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        shane@the-practice.net 
        91-9742259654 
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Epson Debuts New Ultra-Slim, Ultra-Powerful Epson Expression Premium and Photo Small-in-One Printers

Expression Premium XP-530, XP-630, XP-830 and Expression Photo XP-960 Deliver Versatile Performance and Superior Photo Quality

LONG BEACH, Calif., Sept. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Epson America, Inc. today introduced its next generation of ultra-slim, ultra-powerful Expression(®) Small-in-One(®) wireless photo printers. Designed to suit the needs of busy households and creative enthusiasts, the Expression Premium series including the Expression Premium XP-530, XP-630 and XP-830, leverages a Claria(® )Premium five-ink system to deliver superior quality, borderless prints up to 8" x10" and documents with sharp text. The Expression Photo XP-960 Small-in-One printer features six-color Claria(®) Photo HD inks to deliver photo enthusiasts with vivid, professional-quality borderless photos up to 11" x17".

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The Expression Small-in-Ones offer auto two-sided printing to save paper as well as easy to use creative tools for printing lab-quality photos. Designed as complete wireless solutions, the printers feature built-in Wi-Fi CERTIFIED(TM) n(1) and Wi-Fi Direct(TM) for network-free printing, as well as a variety of solutions to easily print from iPhone, iPad, Android, smartphones and tablets(2) while at home or on the go. Plus, enjoy PC-free printing(3) with built-in memory card slots and USB ports. Each feature-rich Small-in-One also allows users to edit, scan and share photos directly to Facebook(®) or the cloud(4). All models are compatible with the Epson Creative Print app to easily print Facebook photos and create custom cards, coloring books, stationary and more.

"We understand that families typically lead hectic, on-the-go lifestyles, and as such require a versatile printing solution - one that is affordable, but packs a punch in terms of features and performance," said Monika Dees, senior product marketing manager, Consumer Ink Jets, Epson America, Inc. "The latest Expression printers make it easy for busy families and photo enthusiasts to stay connected, creative and productive."

The Expression Photo and Premium Small-in-Ones offer superior photo quality with a versatile set of features to meet a range of creative printing needs:

    --  Expression Photo XP-960 Small-in-One - The newest addition to the
        Expression Photo family features the Claria Photo HD ink system and a
        larger 4.3-inch LCD screen to print stunning, professional quality
        photos up to 11"x17", with borderless 4"x6" photo printing in as fast as
        11 seconds(5). The XP-960 comes equipped with an innovative fold-over
        scan lid that allows documents and photos to stay in place for high
        quality scans and a rear paper feed for specialty paper such as card
        stock, envelopes, labels and more.

    --  Expression Premium XP-830 Small-in-One - The feature-rich XP-830
        delivers superior photo quality and versatility with a 30-page Auto
        Document Feeder and auto 2-sided printing, copying, scanning, and faxing
        to save time. Print vivid, borderless 4"x6" photos in as fast as 12
        seconds(5) using the intuitive 4.3" touchscreen, or print on specialty
        paper(6), a variety of sizes of photo paper and CDs/DVDs with dedicated
        input trays. The printer also features an auto-extend and retract output
        tray for added convenience so prints don't end up on the floor when
        printing remotely.

    --  Expression Premium XP-630 Small-in-One - The ultra-powerful XP-630
        delivers superior photo quality and convenient features for fast, easy
        printing. The XP-630 prints vivid, borderless photos up to 8" x 10", and
        provides dedicated trays for printing photos and DVDs. Plus, save time
        with auto two-sided printing. Other features include a 2.7" LCD as well
        as built-in USB port and memory card slot(2) for PC-free printing.
    --  Expression Premium XP-530 Small-in-One - Perfect for busy families, the
        ultra-slim XP-530 delivers superior photo quality for vivid, borderless
        prints up to 8" x 10". Use the built-in memory card slot(2), plus lined
        paper and calendar templates, for simple, PC-free printing. Or, easily
        print Facebook(®) photos, coloring books, stationery and more with
        Epson's Creative Print App.
Pricing and Availability
The Expression Photo and Premium Small-in-Ones are now available through photo specialty, major e-tail and retail stores nationwide:

       Expression Printer Editions            Price (MSRP)
       ---------------------------            -----------

    Epson Expression Photo XP-960
     Small-in-One                                          $299
    -----------------------------                          ----

    Epson Expression Premium XP-830
     Small-in-One                                          $199
    -------------------------------                        ----

    Epson Expression Premium XP-630
     Small-in-One                                          $149
    -------------------------------                        ----

    Epson Expression Premium XP-530
     Small-in-One                                          $129
    -------------------------------                        ----
For more information, please visit http://www.epson.com.

About Epson
Epson is a global innovation leader dedicated to exceeding expectations with solutions for markets as diverse as the office, home, commerce, and industry. Epson's lineup ranges from inkjet printers, printing systems and 3LCD projectors to industrial robots, smart glasses and sensing systems and is based on original compact, energy-saving, and high-precision technologies.

Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises more than 72,000 employees in 94 companies around the world, and is proud of its ongoing contributions to the global environment and the communities in which it operates. Epson America, Inc. based in Long Beach, Calif. is Epson's regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: http://www.epson.com.

You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/Epson), Twitter (http://twitter.com/EpsonAmerica) and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/EpsonAmerica).

(1) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED(TM); level of performance subject to the range of the router being used. Wi-Fi Direct may require printer software.

(2) Most features require an Internet connection to the printer, as well as an Internet- and/or email-enabled device. For a list of Epson Connect enabled printers and compatible devices and apps, visit http://www.epson.com/connect. 

(3 )Adapter may be required.

(4 )Requires Easy Photo Scan software (included). Mac version may require software download.

(5) Color photo in Draft Mode on Premium Photo Paper Glossy measured from start of paper feed. Actual print times will vary based on system configuration, software, and page complexity. For more information, visit http://www.epson.com/printspeed.

(6) Specialty paper support accommodated through rear paper feed, maximum 23 mil paper thickness, manual 2-sided printing only.

NOTE: EPSON, Claria and Expression are registered trademarks, and Epson Connect and Epson iPrint are trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. Small-in-One is a registered trademark of Epson America, Inc. Wi-Fi Direct is a registered trademark and Wi-Fi CERTIFIED is a trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. Copyright 2015 Epson America, Inc.

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CONTACT: Duane Brozek, Epson America, Inc., 562.290.5683, Duane_Brozek@ea.epson.com: or Stephanie Johnson, Walt & Company, 408-369-7200, ext. 1048, sjohnson@walt.com

Web Site: http://www.epson.com

Infortrend Leads SPC-1 Price Performance Results with Two Storage Solutions

EonStor DS 3024B takes the #1 spot and EonStor DS 2024B ranks 5th best

TAIPEI, Sept. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Infortrend® Technology Inc. (TWSE: 2495) is proud to announce that the EonStor DS 2024B was ranked 5th best for SPC-1 Price-Performance at the latest SPC-1 "Top 10" results just a month after breaking records with the EonStor DS 3024B, which achieved the best SPC-1 Price-Performance (IOPS per dollar ratio).

EonStor DS 3024B delivers 218,007.79 SPC-1 IOPS, which is strong performance in the mid-range enterprise storage segment, with an SPC-1 Price Performance of $0.24 (IOPS per dollar ratio). Its high IOPS makes it ideal for database and VDI applications. On the other hand, the EonStor DS 2024B delivers 95,995.33 SPC-1 IOPS, with an SPC-1 Price Performance of $0.43 (IOPS per dollar ratio), which makes it a great entry-level solution for budget-conscious SMBs.

Both the EonStor DS 3024B and EonStor DS 2024B are dual controller, small form factor (SFF) and high density 2U 24-bay storage designed for 2.5" drives. They can be deployed as hybrids or all-flash arrays to truly accelerate performance.

"This new SPC-1 Result reassures our commitment to providing strong performance and exceptional value to our storage customers, from entry-level to mid-range storage solutions," said Thomas Kao, Senior Product Planning Director at Infortrend.

For more details about EonStor DS 3024B, please click here. For EonStor DS 2024B, please click here.

About Infortrend

Infortrend (TWSE: 2495) has been developing and manufacturing storage solutions for businesses and organizations since 1993. Innovation joins impeccable quality thanks to a passionate team of professionals and an emphasis on in-house design, testing, and manufacturing. Infortrend storage delivers performance and scalability with the latest standards, backed by user friendly data services, personal after-sales support, and unmatched value. Core product families are EonStor DS, EonNAS, and ESVA. For more Information, please visit http://www.infortrend.com.

About the Storage Performance Council

The Strorage Performance Council (SPC) is a vendor-neutral standards body focused on the storage industry. The SPC created the first industry-standard performance benchmark targeted at the needs and concerns of the storage industry. From component level evaluation to the measurement of complete distributed storage systems, the SPC benchmark portfolio provides independently audited, rigorous and reliable measures of performance, price-performance and power consumption. For more information about the SPC and its benchmarks, please visit:  http://www.StoragePerformance.org.

Storage Performance Council, SPC-1, SPC-1 IOPS, SPC-1 Price-Performance and SPC-1 Result are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Storage Performance Council.

Infortrend®, EonStor®, EonNAS®, and ESVA® are trademarks or registered trademarks of Infortrend Technology, Inc., other trademarks property of their respective owners.

The SPC-1 Executive Summary and Full Disclosure Report for the EonStor DS 3024B and EonStor DS 2024B are available at:
EonStor DS 3024B:
http://www.storageperformance.org/results/benchmark_results_spc1_active/#a00158
EonStor DS 2024B:
http://www.storageperformance.org/results/benchmark_results_spc1_active/#a00160

Infortrend Europe Ltd.
Agnieszka Wesolowska
Tel:+44-1256-305-220
E-mail:marketing.eu@infortrend.com

Infortrend Technology

Web Site: http://www.infortrend.com

Qualcomm Announces Breakthrough Connectivity Features in the Snapdragon 820 Processor

-Upgraded X12 LTE modem includes the most advanced LTE and Wi-Fi feature set of any publicly announced integrated modem and application processor for use in mobile devices-

HONG KONG, Sept. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. (QTI), has integrated its newly upgraded X12 LTE modem into its upcoming Qualcomm(®) Snapdragon((TM)) 820 processor, providing leading 4G LTE and Wi-Fi technologies for premium tier mobile devices. The new Snapdragon 820 processor addresses unprecedented demand for blazing fast connectivity and seamless services. The Snapdragon 820 processor's upgraded X12 LTE modem offers:

    --  LTE Advanced speeds
        --  Cat 12 (up to 600 Mbps) in the downlink
        --  Cat 13 (up to 150 Mbps) in the uplink
        --  Up to 4x4 MIMO on one downlink LTE carrier
    --  Breakthrough connectivity support in unlicensed spectrum:
        --  2x2 MU-MIMO (802.11ac)
        --  Multi-gigabit 802.11ad
        --  LTE-U and LTE+Wi-Fi Link Aggregation (LWA)
    --  Comprehensive service across connection types
        --  Next Gen HD Voice and Video calling over LTE and Wi-Fi
        --  Call Continuity across Wi-Fi, LTE, 3G, and 2G
    --  RF front end innovations
        --  Advanced Closed Loop Antenna Tuner
        --  Qualcomm RF360((TM)) front end solution with CA
        --  Wi-Fi/LTE antenna sharing
This is the first publicly announced processor for use in mobile devices to support LTE Category 12 in the downlink and Category 13 in the uplink, providing up to 33 percent and 200 percent improvement over its predecessor's download and upload speeds, respectively. Also available as a discrete chipset, the X12 LTE modem has demonstrated peak download speeds of up to 600 Mbps through 3x downlink carrier aggregation and 256-QAM, as well as peak upload speeds of up to 150 Mbps through 2x uplink carrier aggregation and 64-QAM. The Snapdragon 820 processor is also the first publicly announced processor to offer LTE support for 4x4 Multi-Input Multi-Output (MIMO), designed to double download throughput speeds on a single LTE carrier. In addition, it features Uplink Data Compression (UDC), a feature that is currently unique to select Snapdragon LTE modems, and engineered to enhance the user experience in a wide range of applications, including accelerating web page loading times. The Snapdragon 820 processor is also the first publicly announced processor with Advanced Closed Loop Antenna Tuning when paired with the QFE2550 Antenna Tuner, designed to dynamically optimize RF performance in real network conditions, particularly for challenging metallic industrial designs in premium tier handsets. Advanced Closed Loop Antenna Tuning is designed to reduce dropped calls, improve cell edge throughput and even lower power consumption.

In addition to its leading LTE features, the Snapdragon 820 processor also supports superior Wi-Fi performance and connectivity experiences through Qualcomm(® )VIVE((TM)) 802.11ac with Qualcomm(®) MU | EFX MU-MIMO technology, along with tri-band support, through multi-gigabit 802.11ad (11ad) Wi-Fi. With 2x2 802.11ac (11ac) plus MU-MIMO technology, devices will have the ability to achieve a range increase of up to 50 percent over the 1x1 configuration. The peak rate of 2x2 80 MHz 11ac is up to 867 Mbps, while the 11ad peak rate is up to 4.6 Gbps. Additionally, 11ad offers up to a five time increase in user throughput with similar power consumption as 11ac. With dynamic session transfer between 11ad and 11ac, devices will have the ability to achieve high performance connectivity in a power-efficient way. The high bandwidth and speeds offered by 11ac Wi-Fi, 11ad Wi-Fi, and MU-MIMO brings new-levels of performance designed to improve overall quality of service, and enhance user experiences for applications such as streaming 4K video, doing peer-to-peer large file sharing, using media kiosks, docking wirelessly, hard disk backups and more.

The Snapdragon 820 processor features advanced convergence technologies between LTE and Wi-Fi, and between licensed and unlicensed spectrum:

    --  LTE-Unlicensed (LTE-U). The Snapdragon 820 processor is the first
        publicly announced processor for use in mobile devices to offer
        comprehensive LTE-U support when paired with the WTR3950, increasing
        mobile network capacity and user throughput by aggregating LTE in
        licensed and unlicensed bands.
    --  LTE and Wi-Fi Link Aggregation (LWA). LWA is another method of
        aggregating licensed and unlicensed spectrum. It is designed to allow
        mobile operators to utilize their Wi-Fi infrastructure to augment
        licensed LTE network capacity with unlicensed spectrum capacity.
    --  Next-generation Wi-Fi calling. The X12 LTE modem supports
        next-generation HD Voice over LTE (VoLTE) and Video over LTE (ViLTE)
        calling services using the IP Multimedia Subsystem, with support for
        call continuity between LTE and Wi-Fi. Making use of the cognitive
        capabilities of Qualcomm® Zeroth((TM)), the X12 LTE modem monitors
        real-time Wi-Fi quality to decide if and when to shift the call from LTE
        to Wi-Fi or back.
    --  Antenna sharing. The new modem supports several antenna sharing schemes
        between LTE and Wi-Fi, designed to make it easier for manufacturers to
        design devices with advanced technologies like LTE-U, 4x4 LTE MIMO, and
        2-stream Wi-Fi, with attractive form factors and minimal performance
        impact on either technology.
"The Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor with X12 LTE modem is a new industry leader, offering highly differentiated features that put OEMs and carriers on the cutting edge, including the latest advances in LTE and Wi-Fi connectivity," said Alex Katouzian, senior vice president, product management, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.  "With technologies like 4K video, virtual reality and cognitive computing rapidly evolving, it's important to provide consumers with the speed and bandwidth to create a more compelling mobile experience."

The Snapdragon 820 processor continues QTI's long-standing tradition of integrating industry-leading modem features. It also includes support for services such as LTE-Broadcast and dual-SIM LTE carrier aggregation devices.  Devices based on the Snapdragon 820 processor are expected to be available in 1H of 2016.

About Qualcomm Incorporated
Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) is a world leader in 3G, 4G and next-generation wireless technologies. Qualcomm Incorporated includes Qualcomm's licensing business, QTL, and the vast majority of its patent portfolio. Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, operates, along with its subsidiaries, substantially all of Qualcomm's engineering, research and development functions, and substantially all of its products and services businesses, including its semiconductor business, QCT. For more than 30 years, Qualcomm ideas and inventions have driven the evolution of digital communications, linking people everywhere more closely to information, entertainment and each other. For more information, visit Qualcomm's website, OnQ blog, Twitter and Facebook pages.

Qualcommm, Snapdragon, Qualcomm RF360 and VIVE are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries. Zeroth is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. Qualcomm Snapdragon, Qualcomm Zeroth and Qualcomm RF360 are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Qualcomm VIVE and Qualcomm MU | EFX are products of Qualcomm Atheros, Inc.

Qualcomm Contacts:

Pete Lancia, Corporate Communications

Phone: 1-858-845-5959

Email: corpcomm@qualcomm.com

Warren Kneeshaw, Investor Relations

Phone: 1-858-658-4813

Email: ir@qualcomm.com

SOURCE  Qualcomm Technologies

Qualcomm Technologies

Web Site: http://www.qualcomm.com