The Panasonic LUMIX ZS50: The ultimate all-round travel camera, boasting enhanced low light performance and powerful optical zoom
The new LUMIX ZS50 and LUMIX ZS45 are the perfect companions for those who want to capture their travels in exceptional detail
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic is proud to introduce the latest additions to its LUMIX ZS range of premium compact cameras, the LUMIX ZS50 and LUMIX ZS45. Combining powerful optical zoom, stunning Leica lenses and a host of creative features in a small and sleek design, both cameras allow you to take professional quality photos and videos while travelling light. The cameras' extensive connectivity options also enable you to share your photos and videos more easily than ever, wherever in the world your adventures take you. The LUMIX ZS50 and LUMIX ZS45 will be available at panasonic.com and valued channel partners.
The LUMIX ZS50 features a 12.1-megapixel High Sensitivity MOS sensor, ultra-wide-angle 24mm LEICA DC VARIO-ELMAR lens and 30x optical zoom for amazing versatility and performance. With a larger viewing space than that of a 28mm camera, the LUMIX ZS50 enables you to frame and capture wide shots easily, so you can really do justice to expansive vacation landscapes.
The camera's 30x optical zoom features state-of-the-art lens technology, offering outstanding performance in its class. From wide-angle photos and videos of sweeping landscapes right through to long-distance telephoto shots, the LUMIX ZS50 is perfectly suited to all kinds of adventure. Intelligent Zoom further extends the zoom ratio to 60x while maintaining the best picture quality possible. When combined with the LUMIX ZS50's advanced HYBRID O.I.S.+ (Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer Plus) 5-Axis system, even high zoom video shots can avoid the problem of unwanted vibration.
With the LUMIX ZS50 you can also capture amazing quality video to accompany your gallery of travel images. The camera's advanced Venus Engine enables the camera to record astonishingly smooth 1,920 x 1,080 60p Full HD video recording in AVCHD Progressive format, so even fine details on fast moving objects such as fleeting wildlife can be captured clearly.
In order to provide enhanced low light performance, the LUMIX ZS50 incorporates a 12.1-megapixel High Sensitivity MOS sensor. The pixel size is over 1.5 times larger than with the sensor found in the LUMIX ZS40, enabling you to take crisp and clear pictures and video, even in dark situations such as a moonlit stroll on the beach. The LUMIX ZS50 also offers image recording in RAW format, enabling dramatically higher quality image development from the data captured, so each photo can be reproduced sharply and with minimal noise.
Easy to achieve professional results
The LUMIX ZS50's control ring, located on the lens barrel, provides an intuitive way to capture your creative vision with ease and precision. Smoother control of exposure and zoom allows you to concentrate on framing the perfect picture and pressing the shutter at the perfect moment. It also provides easier access to frequently-used settings such as aperture, shutter speed, focus, filter effect, and scene mode.
The LUMIX ZS50 also sports a 0.2-inch Live View Finder (LVF) with an eye-sensor. Its crystal clear 1,166k-dot resolution is for stable, accurate framing when using zoom or manual focusing. It's ideal for following the movement distant objects, or when the sunlight makes it difficult to see the camera's 3-inch LCD screen.
Panasonic has also incorporated a 240fps Auto Focus (AF) sensor drive into the LUMIX ZS50, resulting in Light Speed AF that lets you catch even the most split-second opportunities. Whether it's a dolphin breaching the waves or a perfect family photo, Panasonic's latest compact lets you capture more of those once-in-a-lifetime moments with stunning clarity. For even more precise control over focusing, the LUMIX ZS50 also boasts a Focus Peaking function that shows the peak of focus in manual focus mode, so you can be sure that you get the results exactly as you want them.
You can express your creativity with ease thanks to a range of creative functions that help you to produce truly unique photos and videos. To add some stylistic touches to your images and videos during or afterwards, Creative Control and Creative Retouch offer 15 filter effects. These include Expressive, Retro, Sepia and Soft Focus. The newly added Time Lapse Shot feature also lets users shoot multiple images over a certain time and at given intervals, combining them into an MP4 movie file. Perfect if you want to track the movement of a star-lit sky.
A camera that's always on hand
Panasonic has used its extensive experience of compact camera development to evolve the internal structure of the LUMIX ZS50. A series of sliding components and a retractable lens barrel result in a sleeker, compact design that fits into your pocket. And with a solid grip on the front of the camera, it can also be controlled with just one hand.
The camera also includes a host of intuitive features that make taking instinctive travel images easier than ever. The Level Shot Function detects the horizontal line of the recording image and keeps it level even if the camera is tilted, letting you take stable video even when travelling through a busy market or shooting with the camera above your head.
Shoot, view and share your travels with friends and family
Share your experiences wherever you are in the world thanks to integrated Wi-Fi connectivity and NFC. Friends and family can follow you on your travels and see the world through your lens, via instant photo and video sharing and one-touch geo-tagging. By using NFC (Near Field Communication) technology or a QR code, you can connect the camera to your smartphone/tablet anywhere and in seconds. A simple menu will appear when activated, and will allow you to instantly access to the function you're looking for.
By connecting to your smartphone or tablet, you can also remotely control your camera, making it easier to capture shy subjects up close or to make sure you're included in that perfect group shot. And with the camera's view displayed on the screen of your mobile device, you're also able to change functions including zoom, focus and trigger the shutter, all without touching the camera itself!
The camera also features a newly added 'Jump Shot' function which uses a connected devices accelerometer to recognize when a user reaches the top of their jump and takes a picture at that point.
The new LUMIX ZS45
Panasonic is also introducing the new LUMIX ZS45, with a powerful 20x optical zoom lens and a 16-megapixel High Sensitivity MOS sensor. Like the flagship addition to the ZS series, the LUMIX ZS45 features a versatile lens that allows you to capture stunning shots from ultra-wide-angle through to telephoto. The camera also includes high quality image recording capable of 1920 x 1080 Full HD video, as well as POWER O.I.S for vibration-free shots.
The resolution of the LUMIX ZS45's 3-inch monitor has been increased to 1,040k-dot from 460k-dot for even easier composition and navigation. The monitor also tilts up by 180-degrees, triggering the self-shooting mode and letting you take selfies to a whole new level.
LUMIX ZS50 Specs:
-- 30x Optical Zoom and 60x Intelligent Zoom
-- 24mm wide-angle LEICA lens
-- 12.1MP High Sensitivity MOS sensor
-- 1,166k-dot LVF with eye-sensor
-- 240fps AF drive
-- Full HD Video 1920 x 1080 60p
-- HYBRID O.I.S.+ and Level Shot Function
-- Wi-Fi, NFC, QR Code
LUMIX ZS45 Specs:
-- 20x Optical Zoom
-- 24mm wide-angle LUMIX DC VARIO lens
-- 16MP High Sensitivity MOS sensor
-- POWER O.I.S.
-- Full HD video 1920 x 1080
-- 3-inch / 1,040k-dot, tiltable LCD screen
-- Sonic Speed AF
-- Wi-Fi, NFC, QR Code
To learn more about Panasonic's line of LUMIX Digital Cameras and other consumer electronic products please visit panasonic.com and http://www.lumixlounge.com. You can also follow Panasonic on Twitter (@PanasonicUSA) and Facebook.
About Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Based in Newark, NJ, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company is a division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation. The company offers a wide range of consumer solutions in the U.S. including products from VIERA Life+ Screens, Blu-ray players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Beauty, Grooming, Wellness and Personal Care products and more. In Interbrand's 2014 annual "Best Global Green Brands" report, Panasonic ranked number five overall and the top electronics brand in the report. To learn more about our products, visit http://www.panasonic.com. Follow Panasonic on Twitter @panasonicUSA; additional company information for journalists is also available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.
Panasonic pushes the boundaries of home cinematography with 2015 line-up of 4K and Full HD camcorders
New features include world's first HDR shooting possibilities(1) and an advanced Twin Camera function
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic has today enhanced its range of high-end consumer camcorders with three new models - the HC-WX970, HC-VX870, and HC-V770, the world's first Full HD consumer camcorders to include High Dynamic Range (HDR) Movie function. The new line-up offers magnificent video recording capabilities, advanced shooting features and functionalities, and smart connected technology to give the amateur videographer all the tools they need to realize their own creative visions.
Professional results, high-class clarity - wherever you are
The HC-WX970 and HC-VX870 models are both equipped with 4K Video Recording and 4K Photo mode which delivers four times the resolution of Full HD, contained within a beautifully designed and compact body. Combining the premium Leica Dicomar Lens, an 8.29M back-illuminated sensor (BSI), and a Crystal Engine 4K processor, you are now able to capture your world with stunning cinematic image quality.
Panasonic's HC-WX970, HC-VX870 and HC-V770 models include High Dynamic Range (HDR) Movie functionality which is a world's first for Full HD consumer camcorders. HDR recording combines the best elements of two images taken with different exposures to create crisper, clearer videos. The result is a reduction in overexposure and underexposure enabling you to record beautiful videos with a more dynamic range of contrast between dark and light areas when played back.
Featuring a 4-Drive Lens System, the HC-WX970 and HC-VX870 models enable 20x optical zoom in 4K resolution; while the models' high-speed, high precision Auto Focus (AF) technology means you can capture the action perfectly, even when a scene suddenly changes.
One movie, two perspectives
With a new Advanced Twin Camera function, the HC-WX970 allows you to shoot in different angles at the same time - meaning you could also film your own reaction to your momentous occasions as you film them. A sub camera placed on the edge of the LCD monitor captures the second feed in a picture-in-picture format, while also featuring +/-20 degree tilt function and a 2x zoom.
To further boost the Advanced Twin Camera functionality, the HC-WX970 includes Narration Mode and a backup function. The Narration Mode emphasises the camera user's voice so that a commentary can be added to the movie. The backup function enables the main camera image and the picture-in-picture video to be recorded as separate scenes so that each can be played back on their own, if required.
All models also feature the Wireless Twin Camera function, allowing you to use a Wi-Fi connected smartphone or tablet as a sub camera. This gives you the ability to remotely record from two angles at exactly the same time, providing a wide variety of 'Picture-in-Picture' videos.
Perfectly balanced, all the time
Panasonic's original Level Shot function, which automatically detects tilting and levels the image, is available in all these models. The setting can be adjusted to one of three levels (OFF, Normal, Strong) depending on the shooting conditions. The HYBRID O.I.S.+ (Optical Image Stabilizer) uses five-axis correction to thoroughly suppress blurring, whether you're shooting wide-angle or powerful zoom shots, making it possible to capture crisp, clear images in almost every shooting situation.
The widest connectivity options
The HC-WX970, HC-VX870 and HC-V770 camcorders also include a Baby Monitor feature, which enables you to check on a sleeping baby in another room with the camcorder connected to your home network with a smartphone. You can speak to the baby using your smartphone, or have notifications sent to your device when your baby's crying voice, or other sound, is detected. You can also provide live streaming of video over the internet using USTREAM.
To learn more about Panasonic's line of LUMIX Digital Cameras and other consumer electronic products please visit panasonic.com and http://www.lumixlounge.com. You can also follow Panasonic on Twitter (@PanasonicUSA) and Facebook.
About Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Based in Newark, NJ, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company is a division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation. The company offers a wide range of consumer solutions in the U.S. including products from VIERA Life+ Screens, Blu-ray players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Beauty, Grooming, Wellness and Personal Care products and more. In Interbrand's 2014 annual "Best Global Green Brands" report, Panasonic ranked number five overall and the top electronics brand in the report. To learn more about our products, visit http://www.panasonic.com. Follow Panasonic on Twitter @panasonicUSA; additional company information for journalists is also available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.
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(1) In a consumer Full HD video camcorder. As of January 5(th) 2015
The Panasonic LUMIX TS6 and TS30: Two rugged cameras with style for the adventurer
New tough cameras deliver incredible endurance and stunning picture quality
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic is introducing two new rugged cameras to its waterproof, freeze-proof, shockproof and dustproof tough camera range, the LUMIX TS6 and TS30. Designed and built with adventurous personalities in mind, the LUMIX tough cameras provide stunning picture quality and exceptional performance and endurance, even in the toughest conditions.
Panasonic is introducing a new 16.1-megapixel LUMIX DMC-TS6 (TS6) with 28mm wide angle 4.6x optical zoom LEICA lens(35mm equivalent: 28-128mm) to its rugged design TS series exclusively geared for outdoor use. Featuring 1920x1080 60p full HD video recording capability, the new TS6 empowers its toughness with waterproof performance to 43 ft, / 220 lbf pressure resistance, Wi-Fi® connectivity with NFC(Near Field Communication) technology, and a variety of shooting options to be an ultimate multi-capable camera.
The high durability of being waterproof to 43 ft, dustproof, shockproof to 6.6 ft, freeze-proof to 14 degrees F and pressure resistance to 220 lbf protects the camera under use of almost any severe conditions. The TS6 is equipped with built-in GPS(Global Positioning System) and complies with GLONASS(Global Navigation Satellite System) for high accuracy. In addition, the TS6 has a compass, altimeter and barometer for users who enjoy active outdoor adventures.
A newly integrated 16.1-megapixel High Sensitivity MOS sensor is adopted and the advanced image processor Venus Engine feature high speed, high sensitivity image recording to realize 1,920 x 1,080 60p astonishingly smooth full-HD video recording in AVCHD Progressive format and high speed burst shooting at 10 fps** with high picture quality. It also contributes to the Light Speed AF to catch the most fleeting shooting opportunities.
With the Wi-Fi® connectivity with NFC (Near Field Communication) technology, users can connect the camera to their smartphone/tablet anywhere at one-touch without a need of cabling or searching a Wi-Fi® hotspot. In addition, users can utilize smartphone/tablet for another monitor of camera that enables setting focus, zooming or releasing the shutter away from the spot where the camera is positioned. It is also possible to record video watching the motion image live on a smartphone/tablet. With the Instant Transfer function, photos are automatically be sent to the designated electronic devices such as smartphones/tablets or tablet right after shooting.
A variety of special effects that add fun to the shooting experience are integrated in the TS6 - Creative Panorama, Creative Control, Creative Retouch, and Time Lapse Shot. For beginners, LUMIX's popular shooting assist function iA (Intelligent Auto) mode helps to shoot beautiful photo/video without a mistake. The Advanced Underwater Mode features Red Color Reproduction to reproduce original natural color of subjects and Torch Light function allows the camera to serve as a light with its built-in LED.
TS30
Ruggedly-built, the LUMIX TS30 is the ideal companion for capturing those once-in-a-lifetime moments on your travels - from snorkeling with dolphins, to trekking in the desert, to ascending a mountain in sub-zero temperatures.
The LUMIX TS30 has been designed and built to be the ultimate tough camera, whatever conditions you find yourself in. Waterproof to 26 feet, shock-proof to 5 feet, freeze-proof to 14F and dust-proof, the LUMIX TS30 will be your ideal photographic companion whether you're camping, diving, surfing, mountain climbing or skiing.
The LUMIX TS30 also boasts stunning picture quality giving you incredible results, no matter where your adventures take you. The camera features a high-quality LUMIX DC VARIO lens with 4x optical zoom from 25mm ultra wide angle.
For divers and snorkelers, the red color reproduction of the Advanced Underwater mode compensates for the red hue which is easily lost in underwater shooting and a new Torch Light function illuminates subjects further in dark underwater conditions enabling users to record beautiful videos.
The LUMIX TS30 is also equipped with a range of manual and automatic modes to help you realize the most creative shots, regardless of the conditions and the model sports a 2.7 inch LCD to provide the most flexible shooting options.
For beginners, or for when there's not enough time to set-up the perfect shot, the LUMIX TS30 also boasts a range of automatic functions to support you. With the Creative Panorama function you can shoot a horizontal or vertical panoramic image, while Creative Control and Creative Retouch modes featuring a total of 12 filter effects(([1])) give you the tools you need to enhance any scene you're looking to take a picture of. With Time Lapse shot meanwhile, you can capture flowers coming into bloom or slow moving cloud in miniscule detail.
LUMIX TS6 Specs
-- Waterproof to 43 ft, dustproof, shockproof to 6.6 ft, freeze-proof to 14
degrees F
-- 28mm ultra wide angle of view lens with 4.6x optical zoom
-- 16.1-megapixel sensor
-- Variety of shooting functions including Advanced Underwater,
iA(Intelligent Auto), Creative Panorama, Creative Control, Creative
Retouch, and Time Lapse Shot modes
-- 3.0-inchTFT Screen LCD
-- Wi-Fi , NFC and GPS
-- Available in camouflage, blue, orange and red.
LUMIX TS30 Specs:
-- Waterproof to 8 metres, shockproof to 1.5 m, freezeproof to -10?, and
dustproof
-- 25mm ultra wide angle of view lens with 4x optical zoom
-- 16.1-megapixel sensor
-- Variety of shooting functions including Advanced Underwater,
iA(Intelligent Auto), Creative Panorama, Creative Control, Creative
Retouch, and Time Lapse Shot modes
-- 2.7-inch Intelligent LCD
-- Available in black, blue and red
To learn more about Panasonic's line of LUMIX Digital Cameras and other consumer electronic products please visit panasonic.com and http://www.lumixlounge.com. You can also follow Panasonic on Twitter (@PanasonicUSA) and Facebook.
About Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Based in Newark, NJ, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company is a division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation. The company offers a wide range of consumer solutions in the U.S. including products from VIERA Life+ Screens, Blu-ray players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Beauty, Grooming, Wellness and Personal Care products and more. In Interbrand's 2014 annual "Best Global Green Brands" report, Panasonic ranked number five overall and the top electronics brand in the report. To learn more about our products, visit http://www.panasonic.com. Follow Panasonic on Twitter @panasonicUSA; additional company information for journalists is also available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.
[1] Retro, Expressive, High Key,
Low Key, Sepia, Dynamic
Monochrome, Impressive Art, High
Dynamic, Toy Effect, Miniature
Effect, Cross Process and One
Point Color
Panasonic Unveils Beyond Smart Features On 2015 Line Of Life+Screen 4K Ultra HD TVs
Introduction of Firefox OS and Discovery Technologies Deliver a Dramatically Revamped Interface
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- When it comes to TVs, viewers want to get to their favorite content, channels, devices, or applications as quickly as they can with as little hassle as possible. This year's Panasonic's Life+ Screen Smart TVs are equipped with Beyond Smart Features designed specifically to make sure viewers can get to what content they want in a much simpler and quicker way than ever before.
Powered by Firefox OS
Panasonic has collaborated with Mozilla to create an innovative, new, interactive User Interface powered by Firefox OS, which will be available on Panasonic's new Life+Screen Smart TVs from this Spring. Panasonic's 2015 line includes the CX850 Series, CX800 Series, CX650 Series, and CX600 Series.
New, Intuitive, Customizable User Interface
The new user interface is specifically designed to allow users to access preferred content, applications and content from connected devices quickly and easily, so they can:
-- Combine access to channels, devices, and applications into one single
gateway for quick access.
-- Customize their experience easily by using the 'Pin' function to
bookmark their favorite apps, Web pages and even their paired connected
devices for quick access.
Super connectivity across devices and platforms
As Firefox OS uses open Web technologies, you can send photos, videos or other content to your Firefox OS powered TV from any smartphone, tablet, or computer which has a Firefox browser or other compatible applications meaning that consumers do not need to be constrained into one ecosystem or brand. Furthermore there is no need for any additional hardware to send content to your Firefox OS powered TV - you simply need to make sure that the device with your Firefox browser and your Panasonic Firefox OS powered TV are on the same Wi-Fi network.
Greater flexibility for Developers
Firefox OS provides superior flexibility to developers to create brand new applications and services through WebAPIs that unlock the power of the Web and enable connected experiences across platforms. In addition, for the first time, Firefox OS will allow TV on-screen notifications from applications, and, in the future, from compatible connected appliances.
Regarding Firefox OS on Panasonic's 2015 Life+Screen Smart TVs, Andreas Gal, Mozilla CTO, said, "Firefox OS powering everything from smartphones to a new category of devices like TVs and streaming devices proves the flexibility and power of the Web as the platform. We're excited about the collaboration with Panasonic because it offers consumer and developers a customized and easy to use way to take their Firefox Web experience across devices."
Voice Assistant Pro
Panasonic's 2015 Life+Screen TVs will feature advanced Voice Command functions. Voice Assistant Pro* performs voice commands spoken directly to the TV without using a remote control. It is capable of performing various operations according to voice commands, such as changing channels and searching for content.
* Supported only by the CX850 Series.
Xumo(®) Guide
Panasonic's 2015 Life+Screen TVs will also include Xumo(® )Guide, a built-in service that enables quick and easy discovery of content from multiple sources. One of the key features of Xumo(® )Guide is the ability to provide relevant content recommendations based on user's viewing history, in addition, users can search for specific titles across multiple apps or browse content by genre from various VOD services.
For more information about the latest Panasonic Life+Screen Smart TVs and home entertainment products, visit the Panasonic CES website at http://www.panasonic.com/CES and the Panasonic USA website at http://www.panasonic.com.
About Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Based in Newark, NJ, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company is a division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation. The company offers a wide range of consumer solutions in the U.S. including products from Ultra HD 4K TVs, Blu-ray Disc Players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Wellness, Beauty, Personal Care products and more. In Interbrand's 2014 Annual "Best Global Green Brands" report, the Panasonic brand ranked fifth overall -- the highest ranked electronics brand in the report.
Mozilla has been a pioneer and advocate for the Web for more than 15 years. We create and promote open standards that enable innovation and advance the Web as a platform for all. Today, hundreds of millions of people worldwide use Mozilla Firefox to experience the Web on computers, tablets and mobile devices. With Firefox OS and Firefox Marketplace, Mozilla is driving a mobile ecosystem built entirely on open Web standards, freeing mobile providers, manufacturers, developers and consumers from the limitations and restrictions imposed by proprietary platforms. For more information, visit http://www.mozilla.org.
About Xumo
Based in Irvine, CA, Xumo is an innovative solutions provider for connected device manufacturers. Xumo's expertise covers the full delivery chain of digital content to consumers allowing the company to provide a variety of turnkey solutions to the TV manufacturers and content partners, ranging from Content Discovery and Recommendations to Data Services, Content Delivery and Monetization. Xumo's ability to reach viewers directly gives content owners and distributors a unique opportunity to increase the exposure of their products and services, while empowering them to engage consumers and acquire better understanding of their behavior and viewing preferences.
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CONTACT: Chris De Maria (Panasonic), christopher.demaria@us.panasonic.com; Erica Jostedt (Mozilla), press@mozilla.com; Kate Solovyan (Xumo), info@xumo.com
Panasonic Unveils Its CX850 Flagship 4K UHD TV Series
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic, a global leader in 4K Ultra HD technology, unveiled today the CX850 Series of 4K LED LCD Ultra HD Life+Screen Smart TVs - the flagship model of its expanded 2015 4K UHD lineup - at the 2015 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The CX850 Series continues Panasonic's rich heritage of critically-acclaimed UHD 4K picture-quality with enhanced "Beyond Smart" features for further-simplified, intuitive operation.
The CX850 Series will be available in two models - TC-65CX850U and TC-55CX850U. Pricing and specific availability will be announced at a later date at panasonic.com.
With a newly-developed panel and the picture-enhancing technology of Panasonic's Studio Master Drive, the CX850 Series maximizes the beauty of 4K images to achieve images faithful to the original, with vibrant colors, robust blacks, and bright contrast.
Superb Color Reproduction
The CX850's expanded color rendering range of DCI 98%* Color Space displays richer, more vivid colors. In addition, Studio Master Drive uses color correction technology for more accurate color reproduction. While conventional drive systems perform processing using only the three coordinate axes of the primary colors (RGB), Studio Master Drive uses six coordinate axes - the three primary colors and three complementary colors (CMY). These six colors are corrected in accordance with brightness levels to enable faithful-to-original color reproduction of even dark colors in dimly lit scenes, as well as delicate halftone colors.
(* The 55" CX850 panel covers 90% of the DCI Color Space)
Maximizing Black Rendering
A maximum level of black rendering is achieved by the CX850's Local Dimming Pro which adjusts the backlight to match each and every image for deeper, higher-purity blacks. At the same time, Studio Master Drive's gradation correction precisely reproduces the tones in the low-light areas of the image. The black rendering capability is greatly improved for faithful reproduction -- right down to the delicate textures and fine shadows within the image.
Enhanced Brightness
The CX850 provides dramatically enhanced brightness via its Super Bright Panel to display bright, vivid images. Panasonic's original Dynamic Range Remaster technology achieves dramatically enhanced image reproduction and rendering capabilities in the high luminance range. By restoring the information of high-brightness image areas that drops out during recording, it faithfully reproduces not only the brightness but also the original colors. As a result, the CX850 Series delivers beautiful, dynamic pictures without blown highlights in bright image areas.
In addition, the CX850 features Quad-Core Pro which upconverts lower-resolution images to allow almost all images to be viewed in stunning 4K picture quality. The excellent picture performance of the CX850 Series has earned it consideration from THX for its coveted 4K certification.*
* THX Certification Pending.
Enhanced Smart TV Features
Panasonic's CX850 Series models are equipped with cutting-edge features designed to deliver users access to their favorite content easily without having to perform complex setting procedures or refer to a manual.
Powered by Firefox OS
Through Panasonic's collaboration with Mozilla on the 2015 Life+Screen Smart TVs, powered by Firefox OS, Panasonic's TV GUI has advanced significantly from last year making it even easier for users to access quickly the content they want -- live TV, devices, and applications from a single gateway. It is also customizable by using the 'Pin' function, which allows users to bookmark their favorite channels, devices, apps, web pages for quick access. Firefox OS also offers improved connectivity due to the use of open Web standards and greater flexibility for developers through WebAPIs that enable connected experiences across platforms.
4K Streaming
The CX850 Series also supports 4K Streaming. This lets the user enjoy 4K-resolution movies and drama programs from popular VOD services. The CX850 Series' 4K image rendering performance is maximized to deliver stunning 4K images. HEVC and VP9 compatibility allows users to enjoy the ever-expanding availability of 4K content on line.
Xumo(®) Guide
Panasonic's 2015 Life+Screen TVs will also include Xumo(® )Guide, a built-in service that enables quick and easy discovery of content from multiple sources. One of the key features of Xumo(® )Guide is the ability to provide relevant content recommendations based on user's viewing history, in addition, users can search for specific titles across multiple apps or browse content by genre from various VOD services.
Voice Assistant Pro
Exclusive to the CX850 Series is a new advanced Voice Command feature -- Voice Assistant Pro -- which performs voice commands spoken directly to the TV without using a remote control. It is capable of performing various operations according to voice commands, such as changing channels and searching for content.
Control4 automation-ready
Additionally, the CX850 series enriches the user's connected experience by delivering a smart home-ready set-up incorporating Control4's Simple Device Discovery Protocol (SDDP). SDDP enables the CX850 to be quickly and seamlessly integrated into a customer's connected home using Control4 automation. Furthermore, with Control4 driver Certification pending, control of the CX850 series using the Control4 automation platform will be seamless and full featured.
Premium Design
The CX850's stunning picture quality and broad range of cutting-edge Smart TV features are further enhanced by a high-end exterior design evolved from premium furniture design to deliver to consumers a look that blends harmoniously with the user's living space.
For more information about the latest Panasonic Life+Screen Smart TVs and home entertainment products, visit the Panasonic CES website at http://www.panasonic.com/CES and the Panasonic USA website at http://www.panasonic.com.
About Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Based in Newark, NJ, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company is a division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation. The company offers a wide range of consumer solutions in the U.S. including products from Ultra HD 4K TVs, Blu-ray Disc Players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Wellness, Beauty, Personal Care products and more. In Interbrand's 2014 Annual "Best Global Green Brands" report, the Panasonic brand ranked fifth overall -- the highest ranked electronics brand in the report.
PANASONIC LIFE+SCREEN CX850 SERIES 4K ULTRA HD SMART TV
Key Features
PICTURE QUALITY
DCI 98%* Color Space
An Advanced LED Backlight Design That Produces a Wider Color Range
By using a special LED LCD panel capable of producing a wider color range, it covers more than 98% of DCI standards. DCI 98% Color Space TVs give you a more subtle, naturally toned color palette which, unlike most LCD TVs, still looks authentic in any scene.
(* The 55" CX850 panel covers 90% of the DCI Color Space)
Local Dimming Pro
Enjoy Rich, Natural Black Colors and Greater Shadow Detail
Local Dimming Pro provides individual control over a large array of LED lights behind the screen, greatly enhancing contrast. Dozens of picture 'zones' are analyzed and adjusted separately to boost shadow detail.
Studio Master Drive
Helps 4K TVs Reproduce More Detail and Richer, More Natural Colors during Dark Scenes
The Studio Master Drive reproduces natural colors and lots of detail in dark picture areas using a combination of sophisticated 3D Color Management, a wide color gamut LCD panel, and brightness compensation. The system works so well that it can faithfully reproduce the original scene at almost any brightness.
Super Bright Panel
Boosts Brightness to Make Pictures Look Crisper and More Dynamic
LCD TVs aren't usually very bright when set up to look their best, due to the types of light they use and the need to limit brightness to aid contrast. The Super Bright Panel solves this problem via a combination of a new panel-driving system, a panel structure that lets light through more easily, and a highly efficient backlight system.
Dynamic Range Remaster
Vivid Colors Even in Dazzling Scenes
The brightness data that is compressed while shooting is restored during playback. In addition, because the brightness data is restored without losing color data, the images are brilliant and vivid.
Quad-Core Pro
Detailed, Crisp Images from Any Source
Dealing with the advanced smart features and 4K picture technologies we now expect on high-end TVs requires enormous processing power. Cue the Quad Core Pro engine. It cleverly separates the smart TV processing from the picture processing, so the smart elements run faster and smoother while pictures look cleaner, crisper and more refined - regardless of whether they're web streams, broadcasts, Blu-rays or 4K feeds.
BEYOND SMART TV
my Home Screen 2.0
Quick, intuitive access to just the content you want
Thanks to Firefox, "my Home Screen" will be renewed, as a single gateway to all the broadcasting channels, apps and connected devices. A new Firefox OS-based home screen makes it easy to access the content you want with intuitive operation.
Voice Assistant Pro
Voice Operation Is Almost Like Talking
With Voice Assistant Pro, you can now operate your TV and give it content search instructions just by talking directly to it. You no longer need to speak through a separate mic in the remote control.
Xumo(® ) Guide
Seamless, Automatic Content Recommendations
This intuitive interface seamlessly and automatically recommends a wide variety of VOD content, while also allowing users to easily search for content from various VOD services.
4K Streaming
Directly Streams a Variety of 4K Online Content
The built-in 4K video decoder allows it to directly play 4K streaming content.
Kickstarter - Success Neptune to Unveil a Revolutionary Wearable Soon
The Killer Wearable is Finally Here. Be the first to know at getneptune.com
VANCOUVER, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ - Neptune, a Canadian company that designs and develops consumer electronics, today announced that a new revolutionary wearable device will be unveiled soon. The product will be a successor to Pine, the world's first standalone smartwatch that had raised more than $800,000 on Kickstarter in November 2013.
"Wearables in general have so far struggled to achieve mass appeal, largely because there hasn't really been any clear value propositions offered that are actually meaningful for the general user. Most devices on the landscape today are limited to very basic applications like fitness tracking or receiving notifications from your phone." said Simon Tian, Neptune's CEO. "We at Neptune believe that we've come up with a device - a 'killer' wearable - that provides genuine and unique benefits for the average user. It has the potential to finally bring the product category to the mainstream."
Neptune's first product, Pine, was the world's first standalone smartwatch. Pine was announced through a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter in November 2013. Within a single day, the campaign reached its funding goal of $100,000, ultimately raising over $800,000 in total over the course of a month. Shipments started in Summer of 2014, and all orders were fulfilled successfully by the end of the year.
"This was however only an experiment for us; a 'transitional' product towards a much larger vision," said Simon. "We at Neptune are all very excited to unveil this upcoming revolutionary product soon."
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About Neptune
Neptune aims to enrich your life, through the power of disruptive technology and intuitive design.
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Kube's Sleek, Premium Portable Entertainment System Goes to 11 and Far Beyond
High performance portable audio system with beverage/food storage combines stunning design with extraordinary audio sound quality
AUSTIN, Texas and LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- High quality portable sound has been re-imagined and dramatically enhanced with the introduction of the sleek, beautifully designed Kube, launched today at CES in Las Vegas. Kube, created deep in the heart of the Austin, Texas live music scene, is a complete and quantum leap entertainment solution that combines hyper-elegant design, simplified, meticulously engineered functionality, and unmatched sound quality with insulated beverage and food storage. It is designed for both outdoor and indoor use.
"Seeing, using, and most of all, hearing Kube, is believing in this new, game changing portable audio and entertainment experience," said Russell Williamson, founder of Thomas & Darden. "I personally tested the prototype in hundreds of gatherings - small, large, outdoor, indoor, loud, quiet, wet, dry, public, and intimate - you name it. Kube's amazing technology and sturdy, yet beautiful design will upgrade and enliven any setting."
With a Bluetooth range of 50 feet, and engineering that enables minimum distortion at the highest volumes, Kube delivers line in quality sound, along with up to 20 hours of performance on a single charge. Anchored by powerful, Polk Audio marine certified speakers, Kube produces uncompromised sound at 100 decibels or as few as three, with no deterioration in its crisp, clear, and rich audio performance.
Constructed of aluminum and durable coated polymer, the 17" X 23" Kube's distinctive modern curved exterior features a matte gray finish, capped by white stylized lattice speaker grills at each end. Kube keeps its function as clean as its design with five backlit tactile buttons (power, Bluetooth pair, volume up, down, play/pause), and covered USB charging and power inputs on the back. LED lights automatically fade up to illuminate the 33-quart interior cooler storage compartment, pointing users to a favorite snack or beverage. Kube weighs 20 pounds and is water resistant.
"The spare but expressive design blends new technologies with a user-imbued, clear pathway to the human touches that bring the Kube experience to life for everyone within earshot," Williamson said. "Whether positioned in the middle of the 'scene' or obscurely tucked away, Kube's quality sound drives an exciting social experience on terms set entirely by the user."
Kube's components are manufactured in Asia, with final assembly and construction to be completed in an Austin facility. Kube currently is taking pre-orders (http://www.kubesound.com), and will be available beginning this summer for a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $1,099. A detachable transport system is in the works.
Experience Kube, ultra-high quality portable audio - reimagined - at CES
See and hear the all-new Kube portable entertainment solution at the Polk Audio booth at CES, located on the ground floor of the LVCC South Hall, booth number 21230.
About Thomas & Darden
Thomas & Darden is the maker of the new Kube portable entertainment solution, featuring 50 foot Bluetooth range, efficient, marine certified speakers provided by Polk Audio, minimal distortion at maximum volumes, up to 20 hours of operation per charge, and a 33-quart food/beverage storage compartment. Founded by engineer and entrepreneur Russell Williamson and co-founder Nathan George in 2014, Kube is based in Austin, Texas. For more details, visit http://www.kubesound.com.
WowWee® Shifts Into Hyperdrive at CES with REV(TM) and MiPosaur(TM)
WowWee's new line makes its 2015 CES debut at Tech West: Sands Expo at The Venetian, booth #74332, and featured at Showstoppers® at the Wynn hotel, Lafite Ballroom on Tuesday, January 6th at 6pm.
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Beginning Tuesday, January 6(th) through the 9(th )at International CES, WowWee, the makers of 2014's wildly popular robot MiP(TM) will introduce REV(TM), MiPosaur(TM), and other thrilling new products that once again push the limits of hi-tech and robotic fun for people of all ages.
"WowWee's goals for 2015 will continue on its path of providing great innovation with proprietary technology and methodology that will deliver fantastic experiences at affordable prices within the field of robotics and youth electronics. Our focus continues to be on disrupting typical play patterns, combined with a new intelligence. The company is securely positioned to continue its delivery of groundbreaking products through its own R&D efforts, in addition to working with a vast network of tech partners," said WowWee Canada President Richard Yanofsky.
REV
REV are Robotic Enhanced Vehicles that are app-enabled and built for battle. REVs think and fight for themselves and are equipped with BeaconSense(TM) technology, a proprietary indoor GPS system that enables them to sense their surroundings and navigate accordingly. REVs are hardwired to outwit, outplay and outlast YOU, their human opponents. REV does not require a special surface or mat to play on, and a limitless number of people can enter the game. Each REV Starter Kit comes with two specially-equipped vehicles; just download the free app onto an iOS or Android smart device and jump into the driver seat, while setting the second REV to Autonomous Mode. Square off against your REV opponent in multiple game modes like Chase and Evade and Capture the Flag, but be warned...Intelligence can be dangerous. MSRP $99.99 includes 2 REV vehicles. Launches in Q3 2015
MiPosaur
The MiPosaur is a highly intelligent robotic creature with an incredible, evolving intelligence and personality. It can sense its own surroundings and environment, and interact with them in a unique and lifelike way. In addition to featuring GestureSense technology that lets you control it with the swipe of your hand, the MiPosaur has sturdy MIP (Mobile Inverted Pendulum, created with the UCSD Coordinated Robotics Lab) balance and comes with an interactive TrackBall equipped with BeaconSense technology. With it, the MiPosaur can chase the trackball, play with it, guard it, as well as alter its moods depending on the various interactions. The MiPosaur is fully interactive with the MiP robot and a BLE enabled app, compatible with both iOS and Android smart devices, and will feature exciting and engaging games. MSRP $119.99 Mid Q3 2015 Release
Snap Pets(TM)
Snap Pets is a fun and easy-to-use camera which sends photos wirelessly to an app via Bluetooth, and also works as a remote (shutter button) for your smart-device's camera. It's perfect for group pictures without any distortion or contortion. Snap Pets is also the ULTIMATE SELFIE TOOL! Take selfies by simply looking into the lens on the Snap Pet, then pressing on the Snap Pet's ear and your all set. MSRP $29.99 Q2 Release
WowWee will also be featuring new MiP accessories including an attachable Bluetooth camera, as well as MIP(TM) in Color. Check out the biggest sound from the smallest speaker, the Groove Cube(TM), new Elektrokidz(TM), and WowWee classic robots from the past decade.
For more information please visit: wowwee.com/rev and wowwee.com/miposaur
About WowWee
Founded in 1988, WowWee is a leading designer, developer, marketer and distributor of innovative hi-tech consumer robotic and consumer entertainment products. The introduction of WowWee's Robosapien(TM) robot in 2004 revolutionized the way people interact with robotic companions. One of the most popular entertainment robots in the world with global sales of more than 6 million units, the Robosapien robot was the first commercially available biomorphic robot - a fusion of technology and personality. The Robosapien humanoid product line evolved to include Robosapien V2 robot, which added functionality like speech capability, and RS Media(TM) robot, which featured a complete multimedia experience that allowed users to create and edit functions. MiP, released in 2014, continues to be one of the world's most popular consumer robots and the winner of more than 10 major Tech and Toy awards.
With main offices in Montreal, San Diego, Hong Kong, WowWee's focus on the development of breakthrough consumer technologies continues to forge new categories in personal robotics and entertainment with its imaginative, innovative, award-winning gadgets and toys. Please visit wowwee.com
CES 2015: Sagemcom Unveils its new Product Range, From OneBox and Advanced 4K STB to Next-gen Residential Gateways
RUEIL MALMAISON, France, Jan. 6, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
CES 2015: Sagemcom unveils its  new  product range, from  OneBox and  Advanced 4K STB to next-gen residential  gateways, embedding the latest technologies and services such as OTT, Ultra HD, Android TV, multi-gigabit WiFi, integrated Smart-Home, G.fast, DOCSIS 32x8 and 10G PON. Â
Sagemcom achieves permanent integration of cutting-edge technologies and innovative services in its products to build a customizable range of broadband gateways and set-top boxes to address and anticipate its customers' current and future needs.Â
Launched in October 2014 at BBWF 2014, the Sagemcom Fast 5360, next-generation home media gateway, will be showcased during CES 2015 as the first media gateway implementing G.fast, the new Gigabit copper access technology. The Sagemcom Fast 5360 is combining both a residential gateway with a home media center and a rich set of services and applications supported by Sagemcom SwanTM gateway software suite. The Sagemcom Fast 5360 also supports multi WAN technologies: Gigabit Ethernet, GPON/EPON interfaces via SFP module, A/VDSL2 in Bonding mode and VDSL2 Vectoring. The product implements 802.11ac MU-MIMO superior Wireless, DECT CAT-iq for HD Voice, NFC and Bluetooth technologies. It offers a rackable Hard Drive to enable shared multi-room PVR and a rich media center for efficient multimedia sharing and cloud synchronization. It is also ready for a real step towards smart home services by integrating the Sagemcom smart home solution combined with a cloud platform and a large ecosystem of sensors, devices and applications.
As far as cable broadband is concerned, Sagemcom will also unveil at CES its new range of DOCSIS gateways. After the successful launch of the DOCSIS 3.0 24x8 WeMTA, the range integrates a DOCSIS 32x8 WeMTA and is paving the way to DOCSIS 3.1. The GPON residential gateways portfolio is also enriched with 10-Gig EPON solutions.
Sagemcom will also present its new set-top boxes, built by integration of the latest technologies and services. Following the successful 4K broadcast inBrazil during the FIFA World Cup, with the use of first Sagemcom Ultra HD STB, the company will show during CES its 4K UHD HEVC STB range, delivering crystal-clear videos in Ultra High Definition, with 8 million pixels per image and 60 frames per second. The product can also support OTT services, such as Netflix and YouTube, for a wider pallet of contents accessible to end-user, and can bring the Android TV experience to the consumer as well as access to millions of applications thanks to the integration of Android Lollipop.
When equipped with up to 1Gbit/s Wi-Fi ac, the STB acts as wireless access point or client or repeater, to easily share content with other connected devices within the home. The transcoding feature allows adapting the format of the content to be distributed to the processing capabilities of the receiving device(s), including Sagemcom thin client set-top boxes, offering a cost-effective solution to receive the video content on all TV sets in the household.
Finally, Sagemcom will also showcase during CES 2015 its "OneBox", an advanced STB with an integrated gateway offering enriched digital TV, broadband access and home networking services combined in a single device.
About SagemcomÂ
A French high-tech group of international dimensions, Sagemcom operates in broadband (digital home, set-top boxes, Internet routers, telephony and multimedia terminals), telecoms and energy (smartgrid and energy management) and retail.
With a revenue of around 1.3 billion euros, Sagemcom employs 4,200 people on five continents. Currently a European leader in most of its key markets, Sagemcom aims to become a world leader in communicating terminals with high added value.
CES 2015: Sagemcom Unveils its new Product Range, From OneBox and Advanced 4K STB to Next-gen Residential Gateways
RUEIL MALMAISON, France, January 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
CES 2015: Sagemcom unveils its new product range, from OneBox and Advanced 4K STB to
next-gen residential gateways, embedding the latest technologies and services such as OTT,
Ultra HD, Android TV, multi-gigabit WiFi, integrated Smart-Home, G.fast, DOCSIS 32x8 and
10G PON.
Sagemcom achieves permanent integration of cutting-edge technologies and innovative
services in its products to build a customizable range of broadband gateways and set-top
boxes to address and anticipate its customers' current and future needs.
Launched in October 2014 at BBWF 2014, the Sagemcom Fast 5360, next-generation home
media gateway, will be showcased during CES 2015 as the first media gateway implementing
G.fast, the new Gigabit copper access technology. The Sagemcom Fast 5360 is combining both
a residential gateway with a home media center and a rich set of services and applications
supported by Sagemcom SwanTM gateway software suite. The Sagemcom Fast 5360 also supports
multi WAN technologies: Gigabit Ethernet, GPON/EPON interfaces via SFP module, A/VDSL2 in
Bonding mode and VDSL2 Vectoring. The product implements 802.11ac MU-MIMO superior
Wireless, DECT CAT-iq for HD Voice, NFC and Bluetooth technologies. It offers a rackable
Hard Drive to enable shared multi-room PVR and a rich media center for efficient
multimedia sharing and cloud synchronization. It is also ready for a real step towards
smart home services by integrating the Sagemcom smart home solution combined with a cloud
platform and a large ecosystem of sensors, devices and applications.
As far as cable broadband is concerned, Sagemcom will also unveil at CES its new range
of DOCSIS gateways. After the successful launch of the DOCSIS 3.0 24x8 WeMTA, the range
integrates a DOCSIS 32x8 WeMTA and is paving the way to DOCSIS 3.1. The GPON residential
gateways portfolio is also enriched with 10-Gig EPON solutions.
Sagemcom will also present its new set-top boxes, built by integration of the latest
technologies and services. Following the successful 4K broadcast in Brazil during the FIFA
World Cup, with the use of first Sagemcom Ultra HD STB, the company will show during CES
its 4K UHD HEVC STB range, delivering crystal-clear videos in Ultra High Definition, with
8 million pixels per image and 60 frames per second. The product can also support OTT
services, such as Netflix and YouTube, for a wider pallet of contents accessible to
end-user, and can bring the Android TV experience to the consumer as well as access to
millions of applications thanks to the integration of Android Lollipop.
When equipped with up to 1Gbit/s Wi-Fi ac, the STB acts as wireless access point or
client or repeater, to easily share content with other connected devices within the home.
The transcoding feature allows adapting the format of the content to be distributed to the
processing capabilities of the receiving device(s), including Sagemcom thin client set-top
boxes, offering a cost-effective solution to receive the video content on all TV sets in
the household.
Finally, Sagemcom will also showcase during CES 2015 its "OneBox", an advanced STB
with an integrated gateway offering enriched digital TV, broadband access and home
networking services combined in a single device.
About Sagemcom
A French high-tech group of international dimensions, Sagemcom operates in broadband
(digital home, set-top boxes, Internet routers, telephony and multimedia terminals),
telecoms and energy (smartgrid and energy management) and retail.
With a revenue of around 1.3 billion euros, Sagemcom employs 4,200 people on five
continents. Currently a European leader in most of its key markets, Sagemcom aims to
become a world leader in communicating terminals with high added value.
E FUN Launches Nexturn Line Of Cost-Effective, Do-It-Yourself, Home Automation Products at CES 2015
Allows Users to View and Control Their Home from Anywhere at Anytime Through Their Smartphone or Tablet; No Subscription Fee
WEST COVINA, Calif., Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- E FUN, a consumer electronics designer and manufacturer of mobile lifestyle products, has launched a line of easy-to-install, simple-to-use home automation products. Under the brand name of Nexturn, the products allow consumers to view what's going on at their home in real time, as well as be able to control a variety of functions within the residence through their smartphone or tablet. Users simply choose the kit that fits their needs and install it themselves. The new Nexturn line of home automation products by E FUN will be on display at the International CES in South Hall meeting room MP25477.
"Nexturn delivers affordable home automation packages for convenience, safety, and peace of mind," stated Jason Liszewski, managing director and vice president of sales for E FUN. "It allows users, from anywhere and at anytime, to operate lighting and appliances throughout their homes, and to detect intruders or other suspicious behavior."
Nexturn's flexible and secure architecture centralizes control of lighting; HVAC (heating/ventilation/ air conditioning); appliances; security locks on windows, doors, and gates; and other systems. The E FUN Nexturn home automation system provides a convenient way to manage comfort, energy efficiency, and security in a single cost-effective package. It allows users to connect from anywhere at anytime via a secure service with high availability.
User Friendly App
The Nexturn+ app (for both iOS and Android systems and available at Google Play or Apple App Store) is the engine that enables users to review and control their home electrical functions via smartphone or tablet. Through the app, the Nexturn kit reports system status, sends command controls, and receives alerts regarding home security.
Cloud Management Security
E FUN has partnered with an enterprise-level, world class IOT (Internet of Things) cloud service, with backing from Cisco and other leading IOT companies. Nexturn offers full 128-bit SSL-encryption and PKI-based key exchange end-to-end for maximum security and data protection. Additionally, multi-layer authentication performed by cloud eliminates spoofs, man-in-the-middle, piracy. Other important cloud-based security features include role-based access control that dictates who can see what and activity logs to facilitate security auditing.
No Monthly Subscription
Unlike traditional home monitoring systems, for which it is easy to spend $60 a month, there is no monthly payments or contracts required with a Nexturn home automation system.
"This past holiday season was a perfect example of how valuable our Nexturn system can be," remarked Liszewski. "All across the country, packages left on doorsteps by the post office or other delivery companies were being stolen. With a Nexturn Gold system in place, many of these thieves could have easily been caught and convicted."
Three Kits
The Nexturn system is available in three kits: Bronze, Silver, and Gold. All include a Zigbee gateway, smart plug on/off switch, smart bulb converter, two door sensors, and a magnet binding bar. The Silver kit also includes a wireless switch and two motion sensors. The Gold kit includes everything the Silver kit has plus a Wi-Fi IP camera.
Pricing and Availability
E FUN Nexturn Home Automation products will be available March 2015 with the following MSRPs: Bronze package (model NTKT-001), $159; Silver package (model NTKT-002), $199; and Gold package (model NTKT-003), $299.
Add-on Accessories (sold separately)
-- Smart bulb converter (turns regular bulb into smart bulb), MSRP $24.99
-- Wireless switch (controls bulb's ON/OFF status with smart bulb
converter), MSRP $19.99
-- Smart plug (allows remote control on/off with power tracking), MSRP
$29.99
-- Door/window sensor (provides door/window alert), MSRP $19.99
-- Wi-Fi IP camera (allows user to view real-time video), MSRP $79.99
-- Magnetic bar (for easily adding more devices), MSRP $9.99
For additional information regarding the Nexturn home automation system, visit http://www.nexturnusa.com.
About E FUN
E FUN, a designer and marketer of mobile lifestyle products, entered the North American market in late 2010. Since then, E FUN has grown to be one of the leading tablet brands at retail, achieving top five market share by volume in 2013. Its ongoing product innovation and partnerships set E FUN apart from competitors and provide customers with unique out of the box experiences. Its product offerings include Android and Windows tablets, home automation devices, and wearables. E FUN is headquartered in West Covina, California.
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T(1) will offer the new LG G Flex(TM) 2 with even more features than the popular LG G Flex. The LG G Flex 2 boasts a sleeker and more stylish curved design with a shaper display, powerful hardware and intuitive software features optimized for its form factor. Pricing and availability will be announced at a later date.
"We're thrilled to add the powerful, new LG G Flex 2 to our leading device portfolio," said Jeff Bradley, SVP, Device Marketing and Developer Services, AT&T. "AT&T customers will also get a great network experience from the nation's most reliable 4G LTE network and the network that has the nation's strongest LTE signal."( 2)
The LG G Flex 2 brings a stunning 5.5-inch Full HD P-OLED display, the latest Qualcomm(® )Snapdragon(TM) 800 series processor and features an Advanced Self-Healing back that repairs most scratches and nicks from everyday use. Furthermore, with the LG G Flex 2, you can enjoy a long lasting 3,000mAh battery, powered by a fast charging feature, allowing for up a 50 percent charge in less than 40 minutes.(3) Features include:
-- Processor: The latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 series processor
-- Display: 5.5-inch Full HD P-OLED
-- Storage: 32 GB ROM with microSD slot
-- Camera: Rear 13- MP OIS+ with Laser Auto Focus and Dual LED Flash/
Front 2.1- MP
-- Battery: 3000mAh with fast charging(3)
-- Operating System: Android 5.0 Lollipop
-- Dimensions: 5.87 x 2.96 x 0.35 inch
-- Weight: 5.36 oz
For more information, please visit att.com/gflex2.
AT&T is committed to delivering fast and friendly service to its customers. AT&T was recognized as the highest ranked wireless provider for overall purchasing experience by J.D. Power(4) for the third time in a row. AT&T outperformed competitors in the J.D. Power 2014 Volume 2 study and received the "Highest Satisfaction with the Purchase Experience among Full-Service Wireless Providers, Three Times in a Row."
(1)AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
(2)Claim basis: Nationwide carriers' LTE. Signal strength claim based ONLY on avg. LTE signal strength. LTE not avail. everywhere.
(3 )Battery must be substantially depleted; charging rate slows as charging progresses. All battery life claims are approximate. Actual battery performance will vary and depends on signal strength, network configuration, device settings, usage patterns and other factors and conditions.
(4)AT&T received the highest numerical score among full service wireless providers in the proprietary J.D. Power 2013 (Vol. 2) and 2014 (Vol. 1 & 2) Full Service Wireless Purchase Experience Study(SM). 2014 Vol. 2 based on responses from 10,079 consumers measuring 4 full service wireless providers and measures opinions of consumers who purchased a wireless product or service within last 6 months. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of consumers surveyed January-June 2014. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company and one of the most honored companies in the world. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and internationally. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the network with the nation's strongest LTE signal as well as the nation's most reliable LTE network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile Internet, AT&T also offers the best global wireless coverage, based on offering roaming in more countries than any other U.S. based carrier, and offers the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV service with the AT&T U-verse(®) brand. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world.
iWedia Presents its Latest Software Solutions for Android and Linux STB at CES 2015 and Introduces an End-to-End Home Automation System
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --Â iWedia, a leading provider of software solutions for TV devices to service operators and Consumer Electronics manufacturers, today announced the lineup of demos it will present at CES 2015 inLas Vegas, Nevada from Tuesday, January 6th through to Friday, January 9th.
This will be the occasion for iWedia to demonstrate for the first time the new release of itsANDROID4TV framework that has been adapted for Android Lollipop and Android TV. ANDROID4TVÂ extends the Android application framework with broadcast / multicast TV functionalities allowing development of a TV application as an Android APK. Note that the ANDROID4TV Java APIs and sample applications are available in open source.
iWedia is extremely proud to showcase Bbox Miami, the brand new Android STB that will be deployed by French telcoBouygues Telecom in January 2015. Last October, Bouygues Telecom has been awarded "Most Innovative Service Provider" at the Broadband InfoVision Awards for this box which uses ANDROID4TV to give access within a unified user interface both to the most premium TV contents and to the catchiest Android apps.
Another use case of ANDROID4TV will be shown, integrated within the Android client application of the Ericsson Mediaroom Reach OTT platform. In that case ANDROID4TV embeds iWedia'sComedia DTV stack to enhance the Ericsson client application with a range of broadcast TV services (DVB or ATSC) enabled by Comedia.
"iWedia has been pioneering the use of Android for STB in supplying innovative software solutions," saidHans-Jurgen Desor, CEO of iWedia. "Now that this concept has gained tremendous momentum, we are ready to surf on the trend and to supply operators and manufacturers with field proven software solutions and world class professional engineering services," he added.
iWedia's Teatro-3.0 STB software solution for basic connected zappers will be also presented. Based on Linux, the solution exposes JavaScript APIs that are used by its HTML/JavaScript User Interface. It featuresDLNA (player and renderer) as well as "walled garden" Web services (CE-HTML portals, HbbTV applications). It is pre integrated with leading Conditional Access Systems.
"Teatro-3.0 is ideally suited at emerging markets that migrate to digital TV," saidGiora Golan, VP Business Development at iWedia. "It is a compact solution that runs on resources-limited devices without compromising on features especially with respect to connectivity," he added.
In the field of the Internet of Things (IoT), OBLO -- a cloud-based end-to-endhome automation system -- will be displayed. OBLO consists of a collection of nodes (based on ZigBee, Bluetooth Low Energy, and Z-Wave), a home manager software (meant to be integrated in a gateway), a cloud--based platform which provides IoT services to manage the nodes, andapps for mobile devices (iOS and Android) which allow accessing the nodes inside the home and over the Internet. This solution enables users to control the smart nodes in their homes whenever they want, wherever they are!
"Connection and availability in their broadest sense are at the core of what we present there," commentedNikola Teslic, CTO of iWedia. "Our customers request a mature, commercial, field proven technology to connect things and control them. We give them the opportunity to speed up their remote automation projects. Whether we talk about remote testing, configuration and monitoring of STB, or controlling things at home from anywhere, at anytime, to me the philosophy is the same," he added.
For further information on iWedia's software products and integration capabilities, visit us at CES 2015 in our suite at theVenetian Palazzo Hospitality Suites.
About iWedia
iWedia, a Swiss based company, is a leader in provision of integrated software solutions for television devices. iWedia provides a world class portfolio of intellectual property (IP) for broadcast, IPTV, and over-the-top television and also software integration services to combine this IP into high volume CE products. iWedia is headquartered inSwitzerland with development labs inBelgrade and Novi Sad, Serbia, and sales and support offices in China, France,Germany, Israel, Japan, and Korea.
AutoTrader.com Study Shows Consumers Are Willing to Pay More for Car Tech
New data reveals more than half of vehicle owners are willing to pay over $1,000 for must-have in-vehicle technology features on next vehicle purchase
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- AutoTrader.com today released the findings of the 2015 AutoTrader.com Car Tech Impact Study -- based on research conducted online on its behalf by Harris Poll among 1,033 U.S. vehicle owners between October 15(th) and 20(th), 2014, which provides insight into how vehicle technology impacts consumer vehicle purchase decisions. In its first year, this study sheds light on what vehicle owners want from car technology, what they're willing to pay to get it and attitudes on specific car technology features.
"Consumer electronics are quickly becoming a spectacle in the automotive industry thanks to the development and demand for car technology," said Michelle Krebs, AutoTrader.com senior analyst. "It's important to know that consumers are spending more time and money on car technology and they are particular about what they're buying."
Time and money are two things many vehicle owners are willing to part with when it come to car technology, with 50% saying they are willing to wait up to just about a year to get all their must-have features in their next vehicle and 51% saying they were willing to pay up to $1,499 extra to get those features. Hot features to the consumer electronics industry that are topping consumer shopping lists include a backup camera (43 percent), USB charging port (33%) and wireless device charging (26%).
However, consumers have specific demands about the hot features they're willing to pay extra for. The study revealed that consumers have reasonable, but specific expectations for smartphone integration, with 76 percent saying they don't expect their vehicle to be able to do all the things a smartphone can do. In fact, another 80 percent said they would prefer to use a navigation system built into their vehicle to one on their smartphone. Phones and applications aren't the end of it, though. When asked what consumers wished their current vehicle had, roughly two in five listed either backup cameras or sensors and 48% listed on-board WiFi.
"We're in the information era and shoppers are informed and they are adamant about the features they want," Krebs said. "From manufacturers, to suppliers and even aftermarket consumer electronics companies, this study shows us that there is still plenty of opportunity in the vehicle electronics market in 2015."
Other notable findings from the study include:
-- While only 3 percent of vehicle owners already have mobile WiFi in their
current vehicle, of those nearly two-thirds use it on a typical day.
-- 55 percent of vehicle owners agree that being able to use streaming
services like Pandora or Spotify in their vehicle makes driving more
enjoyable.
-- 52% of vehicle owners think automakers should invest in making their own
information and entertainment systems better versus the 48% who want
them to invest in better integrating smartphones into a generic system
that would be in vehicles from all manufacturers like Apple Car Play.
AutoTrader.com experts will be available during 2015 International Consumer Electronics Show Jan. 5-9 to discuss the results of this study - credentialed media attending the show are encouraged to stop by the AutoTrader.com media rooms in Las Vegas Convention Center and the Sands for more information and live consumer reactions to product launches. Those not attending the show can contact the AutoTrader.com PR team for more information and to arrange for interviews.
About the Research
This study which was conducted by Harris Poll on behalf of AutoTrader.com and included 1,033 American vehicle owners aged 18 or older who participated in an online survey between October 15(th) and October 20(th), 2014. Results were weighted as needed for age by gender, education, race/ethnicity, region and household income. Propensity score weighting was also used to adjust for respondents' propensity to be online. No estimates of theoretical sampling error can be calculated; a full methodology is available.
About AutoTrader.com
Created in 1997, Atlanta-based AutoTrader.com is the Internet's ultimate automotive marketplace. As a leading resource for car shoppers and sellers, AutoTrader.com aggregates millions of new, used and certified pre-owned cars from thousands of dealers and private sellers and provides expert articles and reviews. AutoTrader.com, which also operates the AutoTraderClassics.com auto marketing brand, is wholly owned by Cox Automotive. Additionally, Cox Automotive owns Kelley Blue Book (KBB.com®), Manheim Auctions as well as companies that provide a full suite of software tools that help dealers and manufacturers manage their inventory and advertising online: vAuto®, HomeNet Automotive®, VinSolutions®, AIS Rebates(TM), Genius Labs®, Haystak(TM), and Xtime®. Cox Automotive is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises. For more information, please visit http://press.autotrader.com.
About The Harris Poll
Over the last 5 decades, Harris Polls have become media staples. With comprehensive experience and precise technique in public opinion polling, along with a proven track record of uncovering consumers' motivations and behaviors, The Harris Poll has gained strong brand recognition around the world. The Harris Poll offers a diverse portfolio of proprietary client solutions to transform relevant insights into actionable foresight for a wide range of industries including health care, technology, public affairs, energy, telecommunications, financial services, insurance, media, retail, restaurant, and consumer packaged goods. Contact us for more information.
Netflix Announces 'Netflix Recommended TV' Program
World's Leading Internet Television Network to Recognize Best Smart TV Experiences with Logo Program
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- CES -- Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ: NFLX), the world's leading Internet television network, today announced its "Netflix Recommended TV" program, an independent smart TV evaluation program to help consumers identify televisions built for a superior Internet TV experience.
"We've created the Netflix Recommended TV program to help consumers identify smart TVs that offer better performance, easier menu navigation and new features that improve the experience for Internet TV services,'' said Neil Hunt, chief product officer at Netflix. "When you see a TV with the Netflix Recommended TV logo, it means that TV will provide an excellent Netflix experience, based on criteria our members tell us matter most.''
Over the last seven years, Netflix engineers have worked with makers of Internet-ready televisions, game consoles, set-top boxes and mobile devices to test their products and ensure consumers get a great Netflix experience right out of the box. With the Netflix Recommended TV logo, TV manufacturers will be able to highlight products that offer both the best Netflix experience and superior smart TV performance.
This spring, Sony Electronics, LG Electronics, Sharp Electronics, VIZIO and manufacturers of Roku TVs(TM) are expected to be among the first smart TV set-makers to deliver models designated by Netflix to receive a 'Netflix Recommended TV' logo. Among other performance criteria also expected to be announced this spring, the program recognizes consumer benefits including turning the TV on instantly, faster app launch and faster resume of video playback. Though initially a US-based program, global television manufacturers will incorporate many of these features in sets sold worldwide.
''As more and more of Sony BRAVIA TV customers choose streaming to watch movies and TV shows, the Netflix Recommended TV program will point them to some of the innovative features we're introducing to make Internet TV just as easy and intuitive as linear TV,'' said Masashi Imamura, president of Sony Visual Products Inc.
Televisions certified under the program will be available at many different price points and screen sizes.
"LG's webOS Smart TVs are designed to make navigating today's state-of-the-art TV systems fast and simple, so that consumers can spend more time enjoying the content they love," said William Cho, president and CEO of LG Electronics USA. "We are thrilled to be part of this program that recognizes and communicates the quality of the Netflix experience on smart TVs."
About Netflix
Netflix is the world's leading Internet television network with over 53 million members in nearly 50 countries enjoying more than two billion hours of TV shows and movies per month, including original series, documentaries and feature films. Members can watch as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, on nearly any Internet-connected screen. Members can play, pause and resume watching, all without commercials or commitments.
Driving the vision "for a creative world", Wacom® presents seamless integration of digital ink and pen experiences to support creativity in everyone's life
TOKYO and VANCOUVER, Wash., Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- At this year's International CES, Wacom is showcasing its digital stationery concept by seamlessly integrating digital ink and pen technologies the company has been promoting to industry partners.
A glimpse of the future lifestyle realized by "WILL(TM)"
In February 2014, Wacom proposed WILL (Wacom Ink layer Language) as the industry standard to share digital ink across multiple OS platforms and cloud services. A wide range of industry leaders have indicated interest in WILL to date and some are already working toward implementation. This year, Wacom takes WILL to a higher level, making it a broad-scoped, open and comprehensive framework under the name "WILL Forum." WILL Forum is a framework that supports partners and users to adopt and promote WILL far more easily and quickly.
In this year's CES booth (#31642), Wacom is showing a wide variety of WILL-enabled prototype devices for the home and work environments, giving a glimpse of a future lifestyle that seamlessly integrates the intuitive operation of the digital pen with the potential of digital ink and cloud services.
In pursuit of the ultimate digital pen experience -- "Active ES" pens
In March 2014, Wacom announced development of the "Active ES" pen technology, Wacom's unique capacitive pen solution, which achieves the best-in-class pen performance combined with a simple technical structure. This is part of the company's efforts of diversifying pen offerings to accelerate wider adoption of digital ink among users - capturing, creating and sharing ideas - on mobile devices. In this year's CES booth, Wacom invites visitors to experience the fascinating world of Active ES pens. Visitors can hold the pens in their own hands and experience the real feel of the digital stationery era to come, with a wide variety of pens and a new breed of mobile stationery devices.
Leading tablet brands already adopted the Active ES pen solution including Toshiba Corporation, and we expect an increasing number of mobile products with Active ES pen solution to be launched during 2015.
More about WILL(TM) (Wacom Ink layer Language)
Wacom invites hardware manufacturers as well as software, service and system solution providers to join WILL and reap the benefits of universal digital ink with a broad range of applications. Integrating WILL into the existing and future IT infrastructure makes devices more responsive to human needs. Drawing on its expertise in pen tablet and component businesses, Wacom is ideally positioned to collaborate with various industry partners in delivering the best-in-class solutions for business users and consumers alike. http://will.wacom.com/
About Wacom
Founded in Japan in 1983, Wacom is now a global company with offices around the world supporting marketing and distribution in over 150 countries. For more than 30 years, Wacom has worked with the most creative people and organizations to inspire and equip them to make the world a more creative place.
Wacom's products have been used by loyal customers to create some of the most exciting digital art, films, special effects, fashion and product designs. They have also played a significant role in making technology accessible in a natural and intuitive way through pen tablets, interactive pen displays, digital interface solutions, stylus products and creative companions. These all make it possible for everyone to express their creativity in digital media, whether artists, business executives or people enjoying creativity every day.
Wacom's interface technologies are offered as OEM solutions to leading manufacturers with Wacom feel IT technologies found integrated into the PC, tablet and smart phone products of many strategic partners around the world.
Wacom, WILL(TM) are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Wacom Co., Ltd.
All other trademarks and product names are property of their respective companies.
For more information, please contact:
Douglas A. Little
Sr. Public Relations Manager
Wacom Technology Services, Corp.
douglas.little@wacom.com
Connect and share digital pen & ink experiences across devices and over the cloud
Wacom®'s cloud based services, Dropzone and Control Room, offer a convenient and easy way to store images and creative works, or share settings between devices.
TOKYO and VANCOUVER, Wash., Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Offering up to 2GB of free storage, Dropzone enables users to save their images in the cloud so that they can be accessed from different devices anywhere, anytime. Control Room is a storage service that lets Wacom pen, tablet and display users upload and store their device settings in the cloud and conveniently download them for use on a similar Wacom device at another location, for example. Both Dropzone and Control Room are free of charge and easy to use, and work independently from other existing services, regardless of OS.
"In light of customers' feedback and the accelerating trend of integrating digital pen & ink features into various devices and software, it is evident that more and more people work on the go or across multiple platforms. To make shifting from one device to the other easier, the new Wacom Cloud services provide users with an easy-to-use, secure digital hub for their images and familiar device settings," said Heidi Wang, Vice President of Technology Marketing at Wacom.
The two services are Wacom's first step into the cloud that will, in the future, provide a means to connect multiple devices with shared features in a comprehensive, open and user-friendly way. During the course of this year, Wacom is planning to introduce more cloud based services which offer increased convenience and effectiveness for users in capturing, creating and sharing creative ideas across multiple devices.
For both services a Wacom Cloud account is needed. Users can sign up at https://cloud.wacom.com where they can also download Dropzone as a native app for iOS, Windows and Mac OS.
About Wacom
Founded in 1983, Wacom's vision to bring people and technology closer together through natural interface technologies has made it the world's leading manufacturer of digital human interface solutions. Today, millions of enthusiasts and professionals count on Wacom pen tablets and creative pen displays to deliver superior control and productivity to their workflow.
For more information, please contact:
Douglas A. Little
Sr. Public Relations Manager
Wacom Technology Services, Corp.
douglas.little@wacom.com
Evolution Of LG's Curved Smartphone Unveiled At CES 2015
LG G Flex2 Features Dynamically Curved Design Optimized with Sharper Display, Powerful Hardware, Intuitive Software
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics (LG) continues to push the industry boundaries with the unveiling of the new G Flex2 at the 2015 International CES(®) in Las Vegas. The original G Flex earned positive reviews for its innovative design and outside-the-box thinking. One year later, the G Flex2 improves upon its predecessor in every way possible with a more advanced design, faster performance and most importantly, greater convenience.
The LG G Flex2 boasts sleeker, more stylish curves and a powerful Qualcomm(®) Snapdragon(TM) 810 processor with Octa-Core 64-bit capable CPUs for a nimbler and smoother performance. Its 5.5-inch display gets a bump up to Full HD, while the updated software offers even more conveniences through all-new features such as Gesture View and Glance View. The unique "Self Healing" back cover from the original G Flex carries over to the G Flex2 and is now faster and more effective than before.
Beauty In The Details
The G Flex2 goes beyond its predecessor's groundbreaking 700mm radius curved profile. The new smartphone harmoniously incorporates a symphony of curves ranging from a radius of 400mm to 700mm across the front, back, sides and top-to-bottom edges. The dynamically curved layers deliver a sleeker and more dynamic look to G Flex2.
However, the G Flex2's curves are for more than looks. The phone's ergonomic design brings the microphone closer to the mouth, for better sound pickup compared to conventional smartphones which allow much more outside noise to enter the phone through the microphone. The slimmed down 5.5-inch screen with curvatures makes the perfect fit for eyes and grip. The display's 700mm radius curvature delivers a truly immersive viewing experience from any angle, while the steeper 650mm radius curvature of the back is more comfortable to grip and fits easier in the pocket. The display's resolution has also been bumped up to 1080p Full HD, which makes every UI detail appear crisp and alive. The P-OLED display, which gives the G Flex2 its unique shape and durability, is even more precise than in the original G Flex.
Turning the phone over reveals handcrafted details such as the Spin Hairline Pattern on the G Flex2's curved rear, which showcases the subtle yet brilliant polish of the surface from every angle.
Most Advanced Technology To Date
The G Flex2 is the first smartphone officially announced to come equipped with the Snapdragon 810 processor, featuring Octa-Core 64-bit capable CPUs optimized for Android 5.0 and the advanced Qualcomm® Adreno(TM) 430 GPU for stunning graphics performance. This makes the smartphone incredibly fast and efficient for multimedia and multi-tasking. The Snapdragon 810 also features fully integrated 3x20MHz Carrier Aggregation support for faster, more efficient connectivity.
What's more, the G Flex2's cover glass is approximately 20 percent more durable, thanks to a special chemical treatment technology developed by LG. The Self Healing back, which keeps the phone looking new even through the nicks and scratches from normal everyday use, has also been improved with significantly faster healing time. LG reduced the healing time from about three minutes to just within ten seconds at room temperature.
Another innovative technology only available in LG smartphones is the amazingly fast Laser Auto Focus camera, first introduced in the popular LG G3. This technology enables the G Flex2 to capture the best moment -- even in low light -- by measuring the distance between the subject and the camera using a laser beam. Combined with LG's proven OIS+ technology and dual LED flash, the G Flex2 delivers images that rival most standalone point and shoot cameras.
Practical Solutions for User Convenience
The G Flex2's curve-enhanced user experience carries over to software as well. It comes fully loaded with the best of LG's unique software features optimized for its curved form factor:
-- Gesture Shot makes it easy to capture the perfect selfie with a simple
hand gesture recognizable from up to 1.5 meters away.
-- Gesture View makes it easy to check your last shot immediately after
taking a photo or selfie.
-- Glance View displays key information such as time, recent messages or
missed calls with a downward swipe of the curved screen even while the
display is off.
-- Fast Charge allows the embedded 3,000mAh battery in the G Flex2 -- the
only curved mobile battery in the world to be charged up to 50 percent
in under 40 minutes.
"The original G Flex demonstrated LG's pioneering spirit and with the G Flex2 we have refined the curved form factor, staying true to our philosophy of innovation for a better life," said Juno Cho, president and CEO of the LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. "The G Flex2 not only has the stunning looks, it also has the powerful guts to be at the cutting edge of current smartphone technology. Simply put, it's a true head-turner in every sense of the word."
The LG G Flex2 will be available starting at the end of the month in Korea to be followed by additional global markets. The device will initially be available in two colors: Platinum Silver and Flamenco Red.
Visitors to LG's booth at CES 2015 (Las Vegas Convention Center, Central Hall #8204) can experience LG's newest mobile devices, including the G Flex2, for themselves. For more information, visit LG's online press room at http://www.LGnewsroom.com/ces2015.
Key Specifications (may vary depending on market):
-- Chipset: Qualcomm® Snapdragon(TM) 810 processor with 2.0GHz 64-bit
Octa-Core CPU
-- Display: 5.5-inch Full HD Curved P-OLED (1080 x 1920 pixels / 403 ppi)
-- Memory: 16/32MB eMMC ROM / 2GB DDR4 RAM / microSD slot (up to 2TB)
-- Camera: Rear 13.0MP with OIS+ with Laser Auto Focus / Front 2.1MP
-- Battery: 3,000mAh (embedded)
-- Operating System: Android 5.0 Lollipop
-- Size: 149.1 x 75.3 x 7.1-9.4mm
-- Weight: 152g
-- Network: 4G / LTE / HSPA+ 21/42 Mbps
-- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth Smart Ready (Apt-X)
4.1, NFC, SlimPort, A-GPS / Glonass, USB 2.0
-- Color: Platinum Silver, Flamenco Red
-- Other: Gesture Shot, Gesture View, Glance View etc.
About LG Electronics, Inc.
LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 066570.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances, employing 82,000 people working in 119 locations around the world. With 2013 global sales of USD 53.10 billion (KRW 58.14 trillion), LG comprises four business units ? Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance & Air Solution, and Vehicle Components ? and is one of the world's leading producers of flat panel TVs, mobile devices, air conditioners, washing machines and refrigerators. LG Electronics is a 2014 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year. For more news and information on LG Electronics, please visit http://www.LGnewsroom.com.
About LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company
LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company is a global leader and trend setter in the mobile and wearable industry with breakthrough technologies and innovative designs. By continually developing highly competitive core technologies in the areas of display, battery, camera optics and LTE technology, LG creates handsets and wearables that fit the lifestyles of a wide range of people all over the world. While helping to enhance the mobile user experience by incorporating unique, sophisticated designs and intuitive UX features, LG is also committed to guiding consumers into the era of convergence and Internet of Things, maximizing inter-device connectivity between a wide range of smartphones, tablets, wearables, home and portable electronics products. For more information, please visit http://www.LG.com.
About Qualcomm Snapdragon and Qualcomm Adreno
Qualcomm Snapdragon and Qualcomm Adreno are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Qualcomm, Snapdragon and Adreno are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries.
CONTACT: LG Electronics, Inc., Ken Hong (Las Vegas), +1 917 361 4164, ken.hong@lge.com, http://www.LGnewsroom.com, or LG Electronics, Inc., Juah Kim (Seoul), +822 3777 3981, juah.kim@lge.com, http://www.LGnewsroom.com
Avegant Unveils New Design for Glyph Wearable Display
Delivery Slated For Autumn 2015
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Avegant today released the final deliverable design of their mediawear device code named the Glyph at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The device is designed as a mobile multimedia headset that seamlessly transitions between audio and video modes.
"We wanted to create a device that holds the aesthetic of current headphone technology while integrating next generation optics for a premium video experience," Bernhard Wildner, lead designer at Avegant said. "With this design, Glyph users will be able to experience their audio, video, and gaming content in a brand new way. It's a device that goes where you go."
Key to the utility of the Glyph is Avegant's patented display technology that uses a micromirror array to deliver an ultra-high quality image. That package is enclosed entirely within the headband of the device.
Avegant will be sharing the design prototype at CES in booth 70048 at the Sands Convention Center. Through January 15(th), 2015 the Glyph will be available for preorder for the special price of $499. Following that, preorders will be available for $599.
About Avegant:
Avegant is a technology company pioneering the world's first vivid reality near-eye display. Developed and patented on micromirror display technology, their flagship Glyph is a new category of mediawear that lets users experience their audio and video in a new and unique form factor. The deliverable product is currently under development and is slated for release in the autumn of 2015. For more information see avegant.com or follow Avegant on Facebook or Twitter.
MediaTek Powers an Exceptional Home Audio Experience with Google Cast for Audio
HSINCHU, Jan. 6, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- MediaTek is collaborating with Google on its new Google Cast for audio offering for music lovers globally to address consumer desire to connect with music quickly and easily. MediaTek's audio System on Chip (SoC), MT8507, will power a seamless home audio experience that allows consumers to easily connect with Google Cast Ready speakers and sound bars from their personal devices, such as iPhones, iPads, Android smartphones and tablets, Macbooks, and Windows PCs using Google Cast Ready apps.
Multiple popular audio streaming services are supported, including Google Play Music, YouTube, Pandora, Rhapsody, iHeart Radio, TuneIn, Rdio andNPROne, and the list is growing rapidly.
Google Cast for audio is being demonstrated by MediaTek and Google at the 2015 Consumer Electronics Show inLas Vegas, Nevada.Â
"In this Internet age, consumers are demanding a connected audio experience. The ability to connect devices and listen to music in a seamless manner is a basic need now," saidMohit Bhushan, Vice President, General Manager and MediaTek's Head of U.S. Business Development. "MediaTek is a proud supporter of Google Cast for audio, and we continue to enable innovative new product categories while keeping our Everyday Genius brand promise."
The MT8507 is the industry's first connected audio SoC to support Google Cast for audio. Its differentiating features include a simple user interface, making it easy for users with any Google Cast receiver to connect with and to initiate audio streaming from their smart devices.
"Based on the success of Chromecast, we're excited to expand the Google Cast ecosystem by working with a leading semiconductor company such as MediaTek to power audio devices," saidSuveer Kothari, Google Cast Director of Business Development.
MT8507 has already entered into silicon mass production. Global consumer brands are working with Google and MediaTek to bring the new Google Cast Ready speakers and sound bars to market byMarch 2015.
Key features of MT8507:
* ARM® Cortex®-A7 CPU core with L2 cache and Floating Point Unit (FPU) * High-resolution audio format support for up to 192kHz for PCM, FLAC, DSD and APE * Dolby® TrueHD and DTS Digital Surround⢠decode capability * 16-bit single-channel DDR3 up to 512MB * Embedded SPDIF IN/OUT & 7.1ch I2S Output * HDMI Repeater (Tx/Rx) built-in with Audio Return Channel (ARC) support * USB 2.0, SD card, MHL support * 10/100 Ethernet-MAC/PHY built-in with WoLAN capability About MediaTek Inc.
MediaTek is a pioneering fabless semiconductor company, and a market leader in cutting-edge Systems on Chip for wireless communications and connectivity, HDTV, DVD and Blu-ray. MediaTek created the world's first True Octa-core⢠smartphone platform with LTE and our CorePilot⢠technology releasing the full power of multi-core mobile processors. Through MediaTek Labsâ¢, the company is creating a worldwide ecosystem in support of device creation, application development and services based around MediaTek offerings. With an emphasis on enabling technology for the masses and not the chosen, everyone can be an Everyday Genius®. MediaTek [TSE:2454] is headquartered inTaiwan and has offices worldwide. Please visitwww.mediatek.com <http://www.mediatek.com/> for more information.
MediaTek Powers an Exceptional Home Audio Experience with Google Cast for Audio
Connected audio SoC, MT8507, enables an intuitive user interface, enhanced discovery of Google Cast Receivers, and supports multiple audio streaming services
HSINCHU, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- MediaTek is collaborating with Google on its new Google Cast for audio offering for music lovers globally to address consumer desire to connect with music quickly and easily. MediaTek's audio System on Chip (SoC), MT8507, will power a seamless home audio experience that allows consumers to easily connect with Google Cast Ready speakers and sound bars from their personal devices, such as iPhones, iPads, Android smartphones and tablets, Macbooks, and Windows PCs using Google Cast Ready apps.
Multiple popular audio streaming services are supported, including Google Play Music, YouTube, Pandora, Rhapsody, iHeart Radio, TuneIn, Rdio and NPROne, and the list is growing rapidly.
Google Cast for audio is being demonstrated by MediaTek and Google at the 2015 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada.
"In this Internet age, consumers are demanding a connected audio experience. The ability to connect devices and listen to music in a seamless manner is a basic need now," said Mohit Bhushan, Vice President, General Manager and MediaTek's Head of U.S. Business Development. "MediaTek is a proud supporter of Google Cast for audio, and we continue to enable innovative new product categories while keeping our Everyday Genius brand promise."
The MT8507 is the industry's first connected audio SoC to support Google Cast for audio. Its differentiating features include a simple user interface, making it easy for users with any Google Cast receiver to connect with and to initiate audio streaming from their smart devices.
"Based on the success of Chromecast, we're excited to expand the Google Cast ecosystem by working with a leading semiconductor company such as MediaTek to power audio devices," said Suveer Kothari, Google Cast Director of Business Development.
MT8507 has already entered into silicon mass production. Global consumer brands are working with Google and MediaTek to bring the new Google Cast Ready speakers and sound bars to market by March 2015.
Key features of MT8507:
-- ARM® Cortex®-A7 CPU core with L2 cache and Floating Point Unit (FPU)
-- High-resolution audio format support for up to 192kHz for PCM, FLAC, DSD
and APE
-- Dolby® TrueHD and DTS Digital Surround(TM) decode capability
-- 16-bit single-channel DDR3 up to 512MB
-- Embedded SPDIF IN/OUT & 7.1ch I(2)S Output
-- HDMI Repeater (Tx/Rx) built-in with Audio Return Channel (ARC) support
-- USB 2.0, SD card, MHL support
-- 10/100 Ethernet-MAC/PHY built-in with WoLAN capability
About MediaTek Inc.
MediaTek is a pioneering fabless semiconductor company, and a market leader in cutting-edge Systems on Chip for wireless communications and connectivity, HDTV, DVD and Blu-ray. MediaTek created the world's first True Octa-core(TM) smartphone platform with LTE and our CorePilot(TM) technology releasing the full power of multi-core mobile processors. Through MediaTek Labs(TM), the company is creating a worldwide ecosystem in support of device creation, application development and services based around MediaTek offerings. With an emphasis on enabling technology for the masses and not the chosen, everyone can be an Everyday Genius®. MediaTek [TSE:2454] is headquartered in Taiwan and has offices worldwide. Please visit http://www.mediatek.com for more information.
MediaTek Press Office:
PR@mediatek.com
Kristin Taylor, MediaTek
+1 650-391-5514
2860 Junction Ave, San Jose, CA 95134, USA
Joey Lee, MediaTek Inc.
+886-3-567-0766 # 31602
No. 1, Dusing 1st Rd., Hsinchu Science Park, Hsinchu City 30078, Taiwan
Mio Global Unveils Latest Products ALPHA 2 and FUSE at Consumer Electronics Show 2015
New Heart Rate Monitor Devices Offer Performance-Accurate Heart Rate While Tracking Calories, Distance, Speed and Pace
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Mio Global, makers of the world's first heart rate monitor watch to provide continuous, performance-accurate data without a chest strap, will introduce two of its newest products at CES 2015: Mio ALPHA 2 and Mio FUSE. Mio ALPHA 2 is the highly anticipated second generation of the award-winning Mio ALPHA. Mio FUSE is the all-in-one optical heart rate monitor plus activity tracker that just launched in market last month.
The Mio ALPHA 2 heart rate sport watch features Mio's patented optical heart rate monitor, as well as an internal accelerometer for pace, speed and distance measurements without the need for a smartphone connection. ALPHA 2 uses two-way transmission via Bluetooth Smart (4.0) to connect to the Mio GO app, as well as other many other popular iPhone and Android fitness apps. The Mio ALPHA 2 also provides accurate calorie burn estimates and can store up to 25 hours of workout data.
The Mio FUSE launched in market December 2014 with strong sales, as consumers welcomed a sport wrist band that combined EKG-accurate heart rate technology for exercising along with daily step count, distance, speed, pace, and calorie burn. FUSE transmits heart rate data via both Bluetooth® Smart 4.0 and ANT+ and is compatible with iPhone and Android smartphones, bike computers, GPS watches, and other sport devices.
"Wearable technology will no doubt be one of the hottest sectors at CES this year," said Liz Dickinson, CEO of Mio Global. "And I am excited to be showcasing Mio's latest innovations including our new ALPHA 2 and FUSE - giving people access to a complete picture of their activity level and workout data. These products will appeal to a broad set of consumers - from top athletes in training to everyday athletic consumers wanting an easy-to-wear, high-performance device that tracks their heart rate plus more."
Both the ALPHA 2 and the FUSE feature Mio Continuous Technology, the award-winning optical heart rate technology found in all Mio products. The comfortable silicone wristbands are shock-resistant, water-resistant to 30m and designed for athletes training at top speeds.
Mio Global is located at this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) at booth #74722 in LVCC South Hall 2, and at Showstoppers at Booth #H-9. For more information about Mio products, visit the Mio Global website at http://www.mioglobal.com/pressroom.
About Mio
Mio Global is a recognized pioneer in sport and fitness technology, having introduced the world's first performance-accurate wrist-worn heart rate monitor watch, Mio ALPHA, in 2012. With broad distribution around the world, Mio has expanded its product line of heart rate monitor devices to include the Mio ALPHA 2, Mio FUSE, Mio LINK and Mio VELO. Mio's team of world-class scientists and engineers strive to help athletes reach their goals by innovating accurate, easy-to-use technologies from the company headquarters in Vancouver, Canada. For more information, visit http://www.mioglobal.com.
Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc. and any use of such marks by Physical Enterprises Inc. or Mio is under license.
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CONTACT: Sarah Hilmer, SSPR, shilmer@sspr.com, 371-340-5301
First to Bring 4K OLED to Market, LG Aims to Make OLED a Household Word
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the debut of the world's first 4K OLED TVs in 2014, LG Electronics (LG) is unveiling its expanded OLED TV lineup at the 2015 International CES(®), which starts here tomorrow. With seven different new 4K OLED TVs -- flexible, curved and flat models spanning 55 (54.6 inches diagonally), 65 (64.5 inches diagonally) and 77 (76.7 inches diagonally) inches in display size -- LG OLED TVs continue to be in a class of their own, offering consumers a whole new viewing experience inspired by picture quality with perfect blacks and colors.
All of LG's 2015 4K OLED TVs utilize the company's proprietary WRGB technology. This pixel structure adds a white sub pixel, which allows for expanded, life-like colors. These TVs incorporate features that ensure images are rendered with perfect blacks and perfect colors, and an infinite contrast ratio. LG's Optimized True Color technology regulates color stability regardless of variations in brightness and delivers a superb viewing experience with more natural, comfortable colors. With a maximum response time of 0.001ms, LG's OLED TVs are more than 1,000 times faster than conventional LCD flat panel TVs. LG OLED TVs assure that even viewers sitting off-axis will enjoy exceptional picture quality at wide viewing angles, unlike most LCD TVs, which suffer from color washout and lower contrast.
LG's "Art Slim" design philosophy takes LG's beautiful TV design into a bold direction with a focus on creating a sleek, slim TV while keeping the overall aesthetic simple and minimal. The transparent stand makes the TV appear as though it is floating and maximizes the immersive viewing experience by reducing visual clutter around the screen. The attention to detail is meticulous -- even the back cover is free of any fasteners or holes for a smooth finish. And while a curved TV may look like a work of art, LG also has a flat TV design for those looking for simplicity and unobtrusiveness.
Complementing their unparalleled picture and design, 2015 LG OLED TVs feature advanced sound with technology developed in partnership with audio expert Harman/Kardon, guaranteeing that the flawless picture quality is deservingly complemented with deep, rich sound.
All of LG's 2015 4K OLED TVs feature webOS 2.0, the latest version of LG's proprietary smart TV platform. LG's webOS 2.0 delivers a simpler, easier and more intuitive experience with an enhanced user interface and a raft of impressive features. The platform takes simplicity and convenience to a whole new level with reduced boot time and also allows users to optimize menus on the Launcher Bar making it easier than ever to add and delete favorite items.
"LG is driving innovation by making this superb TV technology available to more consumers," said In-kyu Lee, senior vice president and head of the TV and monitor division at the LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company. "LG believes this is where the future of television is headed and we're going to continue developing and expanding our OLED offerings until it becomes a viable option for all consumers."
At CES 2015, LG's OLED TV leadership is being recognized by the Consumer Electronics Association with 2015 CES Innovation Awards for LG's 77-inch Flexible 4K OLED TV (Model 77EG9900), 65-inch Floating Art Slim CURVED 4K OLED TV (Model 65EG9600) and 55-inch Floating Art Slim Flat 4K OLED TV (Model 55EF9500).
Visitors to CES 2015 are encouraged to stop by LG's booth (Las Vegas Convention Center, Central Hall #8204) from January 6-9 to experience the company's impressive OLED TV lineup, including the three CES Innovation Award winners along with the 77-inch Art Slim CURVED 4K OLED TV (Model 77EG9700), 55-inch Floating Art Slim CURVED 4K OLED TV (Model 55EG9600), 65-inch Art Slim Flat 4K OLED TV (Model 65EF9800) and 65-inch Floating Art Slim Flat 4K OLED TV (Model 65EF9500).
*Wireless Internet connection & certain subscriptions required and sold separately. Agreement to smart TV terms and conditions required to use certain smart features. Content and services vary by product and are subject to change without notice.
**4K/UHD content delivery standards still being developed.
About LG Electronics, Inc.
LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 066570.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances, employing 82,000 people working in 119 locations around the world. With 2013 global sales of USD 53.10 billion (KRW 58.14 trillion), LG comprises four business units ? Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance & Air Solution, and Vehicle Components ? and is one of the world's leading producers of flat panel TVs, mobile devices, air conditioners, washing machines and refrigerators. LG Electronics is a 2014 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year. For more news and information on LG Electronics, please visit http://www.LGnewsroom.com.
About LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company
The LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company is a global top player in television, audio video systems, monitors, personal computers, digital signage and commercial displays. The company opened a new era of innovation in the TV market, creating pioneering technologies like OLED TV and implementing an intuitive operating system to allow customers to experience the full benefits of smart TV technology. LG is committed to improving customers' lives with innovative home entertainment products led by its award-winning 4K OLED TVs, ULTRA HD TVs and webOS TVs. For more information, please visit http://www.LG.com.
About LG Electronics USA
Named 4K Ultra HD Partner for the 2015 International CES®, LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $53 billion global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications, home appliances, air solutions and vehicle components. In the United States, LG Electronics sells a range of stylish and innovative home entertainment products, mobile phones, home appliances, commercial displays, air conditioning systems, LED lighting and solar energy solutions, all under LG's "Life's Good" marketing theme. LG Electronics is a 2014 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year. For more information, please visit http://www.lg.com.
SuperD To Introduce Full Portfolio of Glasses-Free 3D Solutions at 2015 CES
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- SuperD Technology Co. Ltd. (SuperD) today unveiled its exciting new line of glasses-free 3D solutions in Las Vegas at CES 2015. SuperD showcased tablet-based, glasses-free 3D solutions on multiple operating systems, a stand-alone, glasses-free 3D display accessory concept, and glasses-free 3D gaming machines. Together with partner InFocus, SuperD also announced that it will power two new glasses-free 3D mobile smartphones which will launch in China in Q1.
Full Range of SuperD Glasses-Free 3D Solutions Will Be Showcased
With more than 10 years of robust R&D under its belt, SuperD has developed tablet-based glasses-free 3D mobile solutions that can be run on multiple operating systems. The 8-inch and 10-inch glasses-free 3D tablet samples are equipped with glasses-free 3D solutions exclusively invented by SuperD which integrates 3D display panel, eye-tracking technology and 3D dynamic image adjusting technology and operate on Android and Windows operating systems. The products deliver mind-blowing 3D visual effects and bring forth the perfect experience by providing an improved viewing field of 40 degrees in all directions.
The glasses-free 3D display accessory concept is a brand-new wireless entertainment product that features an innovative foldable, portable design that can be connected with mobile devices via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. It can be controlled by mobile phones and can display 3D video, run 3D games or operate 3D Apps. The product is equipped with SuperD's eye-tracking and 3D dynamic image adjusting technologies, which creates realistic 3D visual effects through reflected images on a transflective screen.
In addition to the various tablet based 3D solutions and the glasses-free 3D display accessory concept, SuperD also unveiled a large scale glasses-free 3D car racing game machine with a 32-inch display screen at 3840x2160 resolution, and a 3D console with a 15-inch display screen at 2800x1620 resolution, based on the same transflective 3D image display principle. SuperD glasses-free 3D display solutions provide users with an improved viewing field, realistic 3D visual effects and a comfortable viewing experience. All products meet high definition, dynamic display requirements from gaming products, which may open potential markets and adoption by the gaming industry.
Commercializing Glasses-free 3D technology with InFocus and Snail Mobile
In related news, SuperD and InFocus released the M550 3D mobile phone - a collaboration between the two companies. The InFocus M550 3D contains a 1.7GHz Octa-core CPU, 5.5-inch FHD screen, front double speakers, Dual SIM Dual Standby, 5 telecom modes 12 frequencies, supports TDD-LTE and FDD-LTE settings. The M550 offers a more realistic and seamless 3D viewing experience without 3D glasses and because of SuperD's eye-tracking technology, the 3D visual effects remain intact even if the consumer is on the move.
SuperD will also collaborate with leading Chinese game developer Snail Mobile to produce the Snail W 3D gaming smartphone. With a contour design for handheld gamers, the Snail W 3D smartphone incorporates a dual-joystick and multi-button design, with 2.2GH Octa-Core, 5.5-inch FHD screen, and SuperD glasses-free 3D mobile solution. Game players are able to enjoy realistic and seamless 3D experience without 3D glasses at anytime everywhere.
According to InFocus and Snail Mobile, the official launch of the M550 3D glasses-free 3D mobile phone and Snail W 3D gaming smartphone is tentatively set for the first quarter of 2015 in Greater China.
"China has been viewed as the 'world's factory' for long enough; now the new generation of Chinese high-tech companies, such as SuperD, is leading the trend of 'Invented in China,'" said Michael Hsu, President of SuperD. "We believe our technology is truly a breakthrough that will bring a mind-blowingly realistic mobile entertainment experience to consumers. In the long run, we feel that our tracking, rendering and glasses-free 3D display technologies are critical to the future development of VR and AR and will bring unprecedented changes and brand-new possibilities to peoples' lives."
Jim Chabin, President of International 3D & Advanced Imaging Society (I3DS) also visited SuperD and experienced the samples. He said, "SuperD mobile solutions received our '3D Mobile Product of the Year' award in last Sept. Our industry is keenly interested in finding superb mobile 3D screen technology for 3D content. SuperD is a leader in finding that solution in 2015!"
About SuperD
SuperD was founded in Shenzhen, China in 2004 and earlier this year established a US headquarters in Santa Clara, California. SuperD is dedicated to the development and commercialization of the innovative 3D image display technology. After 10 years of relentless innovation, SuperD solidifies its standing in the 3D industry and has filed for about 300 China national and worldwide patents, over 50% of which has been granted. These patents are found in areas of processor chips, hardware and software and throughout the 3D industry and distributed in China, US, Japan, Korea and EU. In 2013, SuperD was bestowed with the highest technology honor in China and was presented with China State Technology's Top Invention Award. In September 2014, SuperD was awarded with the "3D Mobile Product of the Year" by the International 3D & Advanced Imaging Society (I3DS).
GoPro App Brings A New Channel to the LG Smart TV Platform
Alliance Brings GoPro Video Entertainment to Millions of LG Smart TV Owners
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- GoPro, Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRO), enabler of some of today's most engaging content, announced the official launch of its GoPro Channel app for LG Smart TVs. The alliance between GoPro and LG Electronics USA capitalizes on LG's award-winning webOS Smart TV technology available on 2015 and 2014 4K ULTRA HD, OLED and FULL HD TVs to deliver the immersive imagery that is a hallmark of the GoPro video experience.
LG Smart TV owners can stream more than 400 hours of compelling GoPro high-definition videos on-demand beginning today, including stunning content shot on the HERO4 Black, the most advanced GoPro camera ever. Access to 4K content is anticipated in future updates to the Channel.*
"Entertainment is evolving rapidly into new formats and onto new platforms, and LG Smart TVs will provide a beautiful display for GoPro's best original productions and user-generated content," said GoPro Head of Programming and Distribution, Adam Dornbusch. "The GoPro Channel App will enable millions of LG Smart TV owners to experience life's most incredible moments as captured on our HERO cameras."
The new app allows LG Smart TV users to immerse themselves in the world of GoPro with just the click of the LG Magic remote. Viewers will experience engaging and inspiring moments, from global expeditions and adrenaline-pumping stunts to everyday moments and jaw-dropping POV angles, Dornbusch explained.
Available exclusively on LG webOS smart TVs, the GoPro Channel will allow users to browse and search across more than 20 playlists including Top Picks, Deep Sea, Wild Animals, Short Films, Full Throttle and Behind the Scenes. LG Smart TV owners will be able to watch individual videos and view back-to-back videos within a playlist.
"LG's webOS smart TVs make finding the content you want fast and simple, so that consumers can spend more time enjoying, and less time searching for, the content they crave," said David VanderWaal, head of marketing for LG Electronics USA. "I can tell you that consumers are going to be blown away by the inspiring content available on the GoPro Channel app now available exclusively for LG Smart TVs - and experiencing it on our 4K OLED TVs is truly mind-blowing."
The relationship with LG is a major element of GoPro's initiative to expand its content distribution and community reach beyond current media platforms including Xbox One and Xbox 360 entertainment systems, in-flight entertainment on Virgin America, and social channels including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Vimeo, Pinterest and GoPro.com/Channels.
GoPro will have live demos of the new app on LG Smart TVs at the 2015 International CES® (Central Hall #13644). To view content similar to what will air on the GoPro Channel for LG Smart TVs, visit the GoPro Channel on YouTube. To learn more about GoPro cameras, please visit http://www.gopro.com.
*Wireless Internet connection required and sold separately. Agreement to smart TV terms and conditions required to use certain smart features. Content and services vary by product and are subject to change without notice. WebOS does not support Flash. In order to stream 4K content you will need a high speed internet plan capable of receiving 20Mb per second of data.
About GoPro, Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRO)
GoPro, Inc. is transforming the way consumers capture, manage, share and enjoy meaningful life experiences. We do this by enabling people to self-capture engaging, immersive photo and video content of themselves participating in their favorite activities. Our customers include some of the world's most active and passionate people. The quality and volume of their shared GoPro content, coupled with their enthusiasm for our brand, virally drives awareness and demand for our products.
What began as an idea to help athletes self-document themselves engaged in their sport has become a widely adopted solution for people to self-document themselves engaged in their interests, whatever they may be. From extreme to mainstream, professional to consumer, GoPro has enabled the world to capture and share its passions. And in doing so the world, in turn, is helping GoPro become one of the most exciting and aspirational companies of our time.
For more information, visit http://www.gopro.com or connect with GoPro onYouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest or LinkedIn.
GOPRO, HERO, the GOPRO logo, and the GoPro Be A HERO logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of GoPro, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
About LG Electronics USA
Named 4K Ultra HD Partner for the 2015 International CES®, LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $53 billion global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications, home appliances, air solutions and vehicle components. In the United States, LG Electronics sells a range of stylish and innovative home entertainment products, mobile phones, home appliances, commercial displays, air conditioning systems, LED lighting and solar energy solutions, all under LG's "Life's Good" marketing theme. LG Electronics is a 2014 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year. For more information, please visit http://www.lg.com.
Matter and Form Inc. Unveils New Presentation Platform to Bring 3D Work to Life
Company's Growth Buoyed by Investment and World-Wide Distribution
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- from ShowStoppers @ CES 2015: It's the first presentation platform that lets people show their work off in 3D affordably, quickly and easily. It's called Cashew, and it's the brainchild of Matter and Form Inc., (formerly Matterform) the crowdfunded underdogs at last year's CES, designers who couldn't afford a high resolution 3D scanner and so they made their own. This year, Matter and Form Inc. is returning as a 2015 CES Innovation Awards HONOREE and previewing its newest offering, Cashew, which will launch in spring 2015. Matter and Form Inc. will be exhibiting at 2015 International CES in booth 72234, Tech West, Sands Expo, Level 2, Hall B.
Cashew will launch as a free online showcase that lets designers quickly and easily upload their 3D work from any source and download as they need, reducing the size of the mesh as desired without degrading its appearance. It also converts files to a variety of formats and lets users collaborate with each other, share, embed or publish their work from the Cashew site or view any model right from their browser. Cashew helps designers go from creation to sales, giving them a place to send prospective employers, clients, colleagues and purchasers. It is also a great way for engineers, inventors, artists, teachers and even creative families to share, embed, showcase or publish their work wherever they want.
Matter and Form Inc. has experienced tremendous growth in the last year. It has shipped thousands of scanners world-wide and secured millions of dollars in investment. Cashew marks the next step in the company's vision of helping creative people take their imaginations as far as they can go through 3D technology.
Cashew works seamlessly with the Matter and Form 3D Scanner which is easy to use right out of the box and capable of color scans rivaling those produced by much more complex and expensive 3D scanners. The scanner works with any 3D printer or online printing service its $650 MSRP makes it significantly more affordable than many of its competitors. Cashew is both a companion platform for the scanner can also be used independently.
Matter and Form Inc. (formerly Matterform) was founded by designers and programmers who needed a high-resolution 3D scanner but couldn't afford one; so they made their own. The first product, the Matter and Form 3D Scanner, began shipping in Fall 2014 and has sold thousands of units worldwide. The company recently launched its Approved Reseller program and has authorized key distribution partners worldwide. Its second product, Cashew, will preview at CES 2015 and launch later in the spring. Full media kit available at: https://matterandform.net/press.
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Matter and Form Inc.
CONTACT: For more information, art, B-roll or to arrange interviews please contact: Susan McLennan, susan@matterandform.net, (416) 568-5974 (on site), http://www.matterandform.net, Marie Nicola, marie@reimaginepr.com, (416) 568-5974, http://www.reimaginepr.com, Darren Hutchison, darren@hutchnco.com, (778) 919-6478, http://www.reimaginepr.com
The New Polar A300 combines activity tracking and heart rate based fitness training into one stylish watch
Polar reveals the next generation of fitness focused wearable tech at CES
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Polar the leading pioneer of heart rate monitors and wearable sports devices for fitness enthusiasts and athletes introduced its latest product, the Polar A300 at the 2015 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. The A300 combines the most accurate heart rate monitoring technology with 24/7 activity tracking to create a new standard for fitness tracking devices. Polar is the originator of fitness focused wearable technology having created the first wireless heart rate monitor (HRM) back in 1977. Now, Polar turns their years of research and expertise in this field into a keen understanding of sports science and an array of Smart Coaching features, all of which are packed into the A300. These features help guide new and experienced athletes alike to meet their fitness goals faster and more efficiently.
Designed for workouts and everyday use, the lightweight A300 looks and feels great. Interchangeable silicon wristbands in black, white, pink, blue, grey and yellow can be purchased separately and easily swapped to match any occasion. Further enhancing the unit's everyday convenience, the A300 is waterproof for showering and even swimming (WR30).
"The Polar A300 is built for people who want to become fit or stay fit. We're excited about the way in which the A300 seamlessly blends cutting-edge fitness technology with style," said Herb Baer, President, Polar USA. "Fitness enthusiasts who want activity tracking, the most accurate heart rate training guidance and a great looking watch will love this innovative wearable sports device."
When worn together with the Polar H7 heart rate sensor, the A300 gives detailed insight into heart rate based training through an array of research and sports science based Smart Coaching features. The A300 Smart Coaching features turn personal workout data into fitness-improving feedback. The unit's on-screen display allows users to receive this training guidance in real-time motivating athletes to push their body to healthy limits.
The A300 automatically measures calories burned, daily activity including steps taken and distance traveled, as well as restful vs. restless sleep. Inactivity alerts, displayed right on the wrist unit and through vibrations, remind users to move around and stay active. Bluetooth Smart technology allows the A300 to sync with the Polar H7 as well as the Polar Flow mobile app and web service. Through the Polar Flow app and web service, daily activity reports and training summaries can easily be shared with friends and coaches.
Availability
The Polar A300 will be available this February for $139.95 or for $179.95 when purchased with the H7 heart rate sensor. Interchangeable wrist bands are available in white, black, pink, blue, grey or yellow for $24.95. The A300 will be available at leading national sporting goods and electronics retailers, local specialty stores and online.
About Polar
Headquartered in Lake Success, NY, Polar USA is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Finland-based Polar Electro OY, which invented the first wireless heart rate monitor (HRM) in 1977. Polar now operates internationally in more than 80 countries and its products are sold through 35,000 retailers globally. Polar heart rate and fitness assessment technology delivers unparalleled insight into the human body from valuable training guidance and feedback, to enabling individuals to improve their fitness level and sports performance. Polar technology is key to the success of leading fitness facilities, athletic teams, corporate wellness facilities, health insurance providers and thousands of physical education programs around the world. Today, Polar training computers are the number one choice among consumers worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.polar.com.
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Noom Coach Announces Licensing Deal with Rodale Inc, To Give Millions of Users A Virtual Library of Healthy Recipes
-- More Than 1100 Recipes --
NEW YORK, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Noom, Inc. today announced that Noom Coach will now offer users thousands of new healthy recipes from Rodale Inc, the world's leading healthy lifestyle media company.
With the addition of more than 1100 healthy recipes that have appeared on the pages of magazines such as Women's Health, Men's Health, Prevention and in other Rodale Inc. publications, Noom Coach users will be able to discover and search a host of delicious new meals right in the app.
"It's incredibly hard work to build new, healthier habits," said Artem Petakov, co-founder of Noom. "We want to give our users the best possible tools to support their journey and make it easier. The Rodale library of healthy recipes puts tempting ideas that are both delicious and support their journey right at their fingertips."
The Noom Coach App is a weight-loss program designed to help you change your eating and exercise habits to live a healthier life. The Coach raises your awareness of what you're putting in your body by allowing you to easily track every meal with one-swipe, intelligent food logging. Recipes from Rodale have been added to the app with the same convenient one-swipe food logging that makes it fast and easy to track your meals in Noom Coach.
Taking the focus off calories, Noom uses a red, yellow, green system to educate users along the way about which foods are the healthiest choices. You will be able to search the recipes by keywords or meal, see each food's color coding to know what ratio of red, yellow and green foods it contains, save your favorite recipes to a separate list, and see if the recipe fits in your daily calorie budget.
The recipes, available to Noom Coach Pro Members only, will be available on the English version of the app for both Android and iOS.
About Noom:
Noom, Inc. is a mobile solutions company focused on preventative health.
Noom's research-backed products help people achieve real, positive outcomes. The Company was the first mobile technology company to receive Pending Recognition from The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Diabetes Prevention Recognition Program for the company's ability to deliver a lifestyle intervention, engagement and behavior change program to prevent Type-2 diabetes. Noom was awarded a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and was also recently selected as one of seven healthcare startups chosen to participate in the 2014 New York Digital Health Accelerator (NYDHA).
Noom's apps boast more than 28 million installs worldwide and its flagship app Noom Coach for Android has been the #1 grossing Health and Fitness App since 2012 in the Google Play Store. Noom has offices in New York City, Berlin, Seoul and Tokyo.
About Rodale Inc.
Rodale is the global voice for health and wellness with a mission to inspire and enable people to improve their lives and the world around them. Through a broad portfolio of best-in-class brands, Rodale reaches more than 100 million people globally through multiple distribution channels, including magazines, books, online, mobile, e-commerce, direct-to-consumer, social, and video. With 100 editions in 67 countries, Rodale publishes the largest, most established health and wellness lifestyle magazine brands, including Men's Health, Prevention, Women's Health, Runner's World, Bicycling, Running Times, and Organic Gardening, which will relaunch as Rodale's Organic Life in 2015, and through Rodale Events, LLC, produces 25 branded events that draw more than 100,000 participants annually. As one of the largest independent book publishers in the world, Rodale has published more than 75 New York Times bestsellers, including An Inconvenient Truth, by Al Gore; The End of Overeating, by former FDA Commissioner Dr. David Kessler; and The Honest Life, by Jessica Alba. A digital leader in the healthy living space with properties such as Fitbie.com and Rodale's, an e-tail store offering healthy products that nurture happiness, protect nature, and help people around the world, the company continues to find new ways to connect with audiences across developing technologies. Rodale is an established leader in direct-response marketing with more than 60 million customers, and Rodale editors are fixtures on the national media circuit, appearing on television regularly as authorities on health and wellness. RodaleInc.com
New Energizer-branded tech accessories unveiled at CES
Energizer's latest products include mobile chargers, memory cards, and photography accessories
ST. LOUIS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Energizer(®) and Eveready(®) are introducing several new high-tech products at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) this week. Energizer's latest innovations include new flash drives and memory cards, wireless external hard drives, premium photography accessories, mobile chargers, and LED and halogen lamps.
Five brands will be showcasing new Energizer-licensed products at booths throughout CES.
Memory Storage
Avenir Telecom will be showcasing a full line of mobile accessories, and introducing an Energizer-branded line of memory storage, including flash drives, memory cards and wireless external hard drives. The new products will be available in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, as well as the Latin America and Asia Pacific regions.
Mobile
Premier Accessory Group is introducing a line of products to keep mobile devices powered while on-the-go. Along with their latest mobile accessories, including mobile device mounts and 12V automotive extensions, Premier Accessory Group will introduce a full line of Eveready accessories, including USB chargers and wireless accessories.
For outdoor enthusiasts, Performance Designed Products will unveil the new Energizer Outdoor Power Pack. The portable charging device includes weather readings for internal temperature and humidity, making it perfect for outdoor adventures.
Photo
Bower Inc. is expanding its selection of Energizer premium photography accessories and introducing professional shotgun microphones for elite audio capturing. The new audio accessory will be available in January for professional and recreational photographers.
Lights
Supreme Imports is presenting a new line of Energizer LED and Eco Halogen lamps for the home and for commercial use. The new lamps will be available in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific.
About Energizer(®)
Energizer Holdings, Inc., headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a consumer goods company operating globally in the broad categories of personal care and household products. Energizer Household Products Division offers consumers a broad range of household and specialty batteries and portable lighting products, anchored by our universally recognized Energizer® and Eveready® brands. Energizer Personal Care Division offers a diversified range of consumer products in the wet shave, skin care, feminine care and infant care categories. Our portfolio includes well established brand names such as Schick(®) and Wilkinson Sword(®) men's and women's shaving systems and disposable razors; Edge(®) and Skintimate(®) shave preparations; Playtex(®), Stayfree(®), Carefree(®) and o.b.(®) feminine care products; Playtex(®) infant feeding, Diaper Genie(®) and gloves; Banana Boat(®) and Hawaiian Tropic(®) sun care products and Wet Ones(®) moist wipes.
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CONTACT: Susan Newsham, (314) 972-2550, Susan.Newsham@fleishman.com
HD Radio(TM) Technology Available In Over 70 CE Products Delivering Free Digital Quality Programming And Services
Available at major retailers, including Best Buy, Walmart and Amazon, HD Radio receivers for Consumers in Every Environment from the Car to the Home and On-the-Go
Central Hall - Booth 8232
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- 2015 International CES Show --iBiquity Digital, the developer of HD Radio(TM )Technology, reported today that more than 70 HD Radio consumer products will be available in 2015. The technology is a mainstream OEM automotive feature and continues to grow in home, aftermarket auto and portable consumer electronics products featuring a rich audio and visual radio experience with new content, images and information.
"There are now more ways than ever before for consumers to enjoy the HD Radio Experience," said Bob Struble, iBiquity's president and CEO. "This broader range of HD Radio products allows consumers to listen to their favorite radio stations and wide selection of new diverse HD2 and HD3 channels, in amazing digital quality sound. They'll also benefit from great new HD Radio services like album cover art, real-time traffic and weather updates and other advanced services, all free."
HD Radio receivers are available nationwide at thousands of retail locations. Major retailers such as Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Costco, Sam's Club, BJ's, Amazon, Crutchfield, Car Toys and many more regional retailers support a wide variety of models across multiple categories.
Major CE brands offer HD Radio equipped products, across virtually all product categories including Aftermarket Car Stereo, AV Receivers, Tabletop and docking devices, portable products, and Personal Navigation Devices (PND). These HD Radio devices offer consumers crystal-clear sound quality and additional, digital only, local FM channels known as HD2/HD3/HD4 channels.
Significant HD Radio product highlights at CES include:
Aftermarket Car: More than 40 new aftermarket car products will be available this year from virtually all major brands
-- An expanded Kenwood product line including HD Radio in-dash CD,
Multi-media, and Navigation featured models
-- An expanded Pioneer line including new CD models as well as a double DIN
Multimedia and navigation models, featuring HD Radio Technology in the
industry's first CarPlay products
-- New high end Alpine models with the largest displays offered in the
industry
-- New double DIN models from both Sony and Clarion
-- GROM Audio with HD Radio dongles and firmware to bring the adapt HD
Radio Experience to a variety of new and existing OEM vehicles
Home Audio: Significantly upgraded home products across a wide variety of categories
-- Two brand new state-of-the-art Component Tuners from renowned
manufacturer, Magnum Dynalab
-- A new (as yet un-announced product) from high end supplier Outlaw Audio
-- Two brand new flagship Denon "InCommand" AV Receivers
-- New Marantz top of the line AV Preamp/Tuners and flagship AV Receiver
-- Yamaha AV Receivers in their flagship "Aventage" line
-- Continuing AV Receiver and Tuner from world class McIntosh Labs
Personal Navigation Devices (PND)
-- Industry leader Garmin offering a new line of PNDs providing HD Digital
Traffic and Weather services, utilizing the HD Radio network to deliver
the industry's fastest and most reliable real time traffic and weather
updates.
Advanced Features Provide Rich Media and New Services to the Radio Experience
Enriching the digital quality of HD Radio broadcasts are exciting new services. These features enhance broadcast radio by providing a rich multimedia experience, complete with high quality audio, graphics, data services, and public service capabilities.
-- Artist Experience - (widely available) provides graphic information like
album art and station logos. Artist Experience will be available on
significantly expanded FM broadcast programs and products in 2015
-- Emergency Alerts - (available from Pioneer) is the newest HD Radio
feature that works in conjunction with new federally required Emergency
Alert Services. It provides extended information, both text and audio
based, to supplement broadcast alerts for weather, disaster, and other
federal and locally generated notifications
-- Channel Guide, Bookmark, HD Digital Traffic, iTunes Tagging and other
advanced services - all now available in products.
The 2015 CES HD Radio Booth is located in the Las Vegas Convention Center Central Hall, Number 8232
About iBiquity Digital Corp.
iBiquity Digital Corporation is the developer of HD Radio Technology, which is fueling the digital radio revolution in the United States and around the world. The digital technology enables broadcasters to offer new HD2/HD3 FM channels through multicasting, crystal-clear sound and data service on both the AM and FM bands - all free, with no subscription fee. Leading broadcasters, consumer electronics manufacturers, automakers and retailers are committed to HD Radio Technology. iBiquity Digital is a privately held company with operations in Columbia, MD, Auburn Hills, MI, and Piscataway, NJ. For more information, please visit hdradio.com and http://www.ibiquity.com.
Note to editors: HD Radio(TM), Artist Experience, and the "HD Radio" logo are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corp. The "HD" in HD Radio(TM) is part of iBiquity Digital's brand name for its advanced digital AM/FM system. It does not mean hybrid digital or high-definition digital; both of these are incorrect.
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