News
December 20, 2012
Antcor to Showcase Proteus Wi-Fi on CEVA-XC DSP Cores
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 20, 2012 at 2:14:01 AM
Antcor to Showcase Proteus Wi-Fi on CEVA-XC DSP Cores
SAN JOSE, California, December 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
Proteus product on display is the only Wi-Fi implementation that truly
leverages the capabilities of programmable DSPs.
Antcor, S.A., an industry pioneer of 802.11 Intellectual Property, today announced
that it will showcase at CES 2013 Proteus
[http://www.antcor.com/products/software-defined-baseband ], a Wi-Fi 802.11ac IP on CEVA-XC
DSP Core [http://www.ceva-dsp.com/CEVA-XC-Family.html ]. During the upcoming CES show to
be held at Las Vegas from January 8-11, 2013, Antcor's Proteus demonstration (demo) will
be hosted at CEVA's suite 28-115 at the LVH. Invitees can see a live demo of the Proteus
and meet with Antcor's top executives.
The Proteus demo will show a single stream 802.11ac transmitter and receiver,
implemented on CEVA-XC DSP core delivering up to 433 Mbps throughput.
Will Strauss, President of Forward Concepts, commented: "Programmable DSPs have been
widely adopted to support communication standards such as HSPA and LTE but Antcor is the
first company that brings the benefits of this technology to Wi-Fi. The new era of
wireless communications is driven by the convergence of cellular and Wi-Fi standards and
Antcor's Proteus product is an important milestone for the industry as its DSP software
design is opening the way for a cellular - Wi-Fi silicon integration."
The configuration of Proteus on the CEVA-XC supports up to 4x4 MIMO and speeds up to
1.7 Gbps, enabling the next generation Wi-Fi access points, home gateways and Small cells.
Implemented primarily in DSP-software and with minimal hardware acceleration, the Proteus
offers a unique combination of performance, flexibility, and scalability.
Costas Meimetis, CEO of Antcor, commented: "We are very excited to be hosted by CEVA
at CES-2013 and present the world's first Wi-Fi 802.11ac based on a programmable DSP.
Besides the demo on display, during CES we will be presenting our 4x4 802.11ac reference
architecture that is designed to enable the next generation Wi-Fi Access Points and Small
Cells."
To learn more about Proteus or to schedule a meeting with Antcor's executives during
the CES show, please e-mail info@antcor.com.
About Antcor, S.A.
Founded in 2004 by wireless industry experts, Antcor is a leading provider of Wi-Fi IP
for the communications and connectivity chip industry. Antcor's Wireless IP portfolio
includes Proteus, a unique software defined Wi-Fi for various standards (11a/b/g/n/ac) and
a verification Wi-Fi toolbox that allows chip vendors to reduce development time, minimize
risks, and future-proof their designs. Serving the carrier-grade Wi-Fi market since 2006,
Antcor's technology has been adopted by leading OEMs and deployed in hundreds of networks
around the globe.
For more information, visit http://www.antcor.com
For further details, please contact:
Antcor
Costas Meimetis
Antcor, S.A.
+30-210-522-2290
info@antcor.com
Antcor S.A.
SAN JOSE, California, December 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
Proteus product on display is the only Wi-Fi implementation that truly
leverages the capabilities of programmable DSPs.
Antcor, S.A., an industry pioneer of 802.11 Intellectual Property, today announced
that it will showcase at CES 2013 Proteus
[http://www.antcor.com/products/software-defined-baseband ], a Wi-Fi 802.11ac IP on CEVA-XC
DSP Core [http://www.ceva-dsp.com/CEVA-XC-Family.html ]. During the upcoming CES show to
be held at Las Vegas from January 8-11, 2013, Antcor's Proteus demonstration (demo) will
be hosted at CEVA's suite 28-115 at the LVH. Invitees can see a live demo of the Proteus
and meet with Antcor's top executives.
The Proteus demo will show a single stream 802.11ac transmitter and receiver,
implemented on CEVA-XC DSP core delivering up to 433 Mbps throughput.
Will Strauss, President of Forward Concepts, commented: "Programmable DSPs have been
widely adopted to support communication standards such as HSPA and LTE but Antcor is the
first company that brings the benefits of this technology to Wi-Fi. The new era of
wireless communications is driven by the convergence of cellular and Wi-Fi standards and
Antcor's Proteus product is an important milestone for the industry as its DSP software
design is opening the way for a cellular - Wi-Fi silicon integration."
The configuration of Proteus on the CEVA-XC supports up to 4x4 MIMO and speeds up to
1.7 Gbps, enabling the next generation Wi-Fi access points, home gateways and Small cells.
Implemented primarily in DSP-software and with minimal hardware acceleration, the Proteus
offers a unique combination of performance, flexibility, and scalability.
Costas Meimetis, CEO of Antcor, commented: "We are very excited to be hosted by CEVA
at CES-2013 and present the world's first Wi-Fi 802.11ac based on a programmable DSP.
Besides the demo on display, during CES we will be presenting our 4x4 802.11ac reference
architecture that is designed to enable the next generation Wi-Fi Access Points and Small
Cells."
To learn more about Proteus or to schedule a meeting with Antcor's executives during
the CES show, please e-mail info@antcor.com.
About Antcor, S.A.
Founded in 2004 by wireless industry experts, Antcor is a leading provider of Wi-Fi IP
for the communications and connectivity chip industry. Antcor's Wireless IP portfolio
includes Proteus, a unique software defined Wi-Fi for various standards (11a/b/g/n/ac) and
a verification Wi-Fi toolbox that allows chip vendors to reduce development time, minimize
risks, and future-proof their designs. Serving the carrier-grade Wi-Fi market since 2006,
Antcor's technology has been adopted by leading OEMs and deployed in hundreds of networks
around the globe.
For more information, visit http://www.antcor.com
For further details, please contact:
Antcor
Costas Meimetis
Antcor, S.A.
+30-210-522-2290
info@antcor.com
Antcor S.A.
Sunstone Business School Launches India's First MOOC in Management
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 20, 2012 at 1:07:01 AM
Sunstone Business School Launches India's First MOOC in Management
NEW DELHI, December 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
Sunstone Business School (http://www.sunstone.in [http://www.sunstone.in ]) is the Leading
Specialized Management School for Working Professionals in India
Sunstone Business School [http://www.sunstone.in ], the leading specialized Management
School, today announced the launch of India's first MOOC (Massive Open Online Course). By
pushing boundaries as an educational innovator, Sunstone Business School is bringing a
paradigm shift by enabling the professionals aspiring to grow to receive the finest and
continuous management education in India. Sunstone aims to offer free online courses
across all management disciplines.
"The mindset of professionals today is changing - it's no more about getting a degree
or a certificate, but about enhancing knowledge, and personality. However, there is a
dearth of quality courses that allow professionals to up skill or cross skill along with
managing professional and family lives. We saw a huge need for quality online courses
delivered by taking real world problems and imparting concepts in the course of solving
them. We have already seen huge success of MOOC in US such as Coursera, edX, Udacity with
millions of students enrolled so far. The MOOC is our effort in bridging this gap by
opening up the knowledge for larger community and building a continuous and a flexible
learning environment in India. These courses aim to equip professionals with relevant
tools and concepts to advance their careers, learn from the best in the business and
develop a higher level of personal confidence," said Mr. Rajul Garg, Director, Sunstone
Business School.
Sunstone started delivering its courses since December 2012 and did a soft launch with
a 3-week course on Negotiations
[http://sunstone.in/management-program/short-courses/negotiations ]. More than 1,000
students have applied so far for the course from all across India as well as
internationally. Students are able to earn academic certificate as credentials for
completing courses. Now, Sunstone is launching its next course on Entrepreneurship
[http://sunstone.in/management-program/open-courses/ideas-into-action-1 ] in January 2013
and is already seeing a huge interest in enrollment.
Sunstone Business School Open Courses is the only MOOC delivering courses using
problem based learning approach unlike others that rely on the traditional lecture-centric
approach. The key to delivery of the MOOC is the learning management system and the
various pedagogical elements such as videos, webinars, simulation exercises, situation
analysis, and discussions. Sunstone Open Courses are unique as it continues to leverage
technology and still provide peer-to-peer exchanges with a prominent focus on "do it
yourself" philosophy. "When a student joins one of the courses, he/she also joins a
community of thousands of participants with diverse experience that enables students to
further learn and network with the peer group. In India, the concept of MOOC is very new
and we believe it will bring a long lasting paradigm shift in management education in
India," said Ms. Megha Khatri, Program Manager for Open Courses at Sunstone Business
School.
About Sunstone Business School
Sunstone Business School (http://www.sunstone.in [http://www.sunstone.in ]) is the leading
specialized Management School for high quality working professionals
[http://sunstone.in/management-program/sunstone-business-school/meet-the-class ] in the
IT/ITES industry. Sunstone's one year Post Graduate Program in Management has gained
recognition as a premier program accepted by the industry globally. The school's problem
based pedagogy offers students a robust grounding in business strategies and
implementation.
To know more about the MOOC, please write to opencourses@sunstone.in or visit:
http://sunstone.in/management-program/open-courses
Primary Media Contact: Dinesh Singh, dinesh@sunstone.in, 91-9871743222
Secondary Media Contact: Megha Khatri, megha.khatri@sunstone.in, 91-8800393805
Sunstone Business School
CONTACT: PRN
NEW DELHI, December 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
Sunstone Business School (http://www.sunstone.in [http://www.sunstone.in ]) is the Leading
Specialized Management School for Working Professionals in India
Sunstone Business School [http://www.sunstone.in ], the leading specialized Management
School, today announced the launch of India's first MOOC (Massive Open Online Course). By
pushing boundaries as an educational innovator, Sunstone Business School is bringing a
paradigm shift by enabling the professionals aspiring to grow to receive the finest and
continuous management education in India. Sunstone aims to offer free online courses
across all management disciplines.
"The mindset of professionals today is changing - it's no more about getting a degree
or a certificate, but about enhancing knowledge, and personality. However, there is a
dearth of quality courses that allow professionals to up skill or cross skill along with
managing professional and family lives. We saw a huge need for quality online courses
delivered by taking real world problems and imparting concepts in the course of solving
them. We have already seen huge success of MOOC in US such as Coursera, edX, Udacity with
millions of students enrolled so far. The MOOC is our effort in bridging this gap by
opening up the knowledge for larger community and building a continuous and a flexible
learning environment in India. These courses aim to equip professionals with relevant
tools and concepts to advance their careers, learn from the best in the business and
develop a higher level of personal confidence," said Mr. Rajul Garg, Director, Sunstone
Business School.
Sunstone started delivering its courses since December 2012 and did a soft launch with
a 3-week course on Negotiations
[http://sunstone.in/management-program/short-courses/negotiations ]. More than 1,000
students have applied so far for the course from all across India as well as
internationally. Students are able to earn academic certificate as credentials for
completing courses. Now, Sunstone is launching its next course on Entrepreneurship
[http://sunstone.in/management-program/open-courses/ideas-into-action-1 ] in January 2013
and is already seeing a huge interest in enrollment.
Sunstone Business School Open Courses is the only MOOC delivering courses using
problem based learning approach unlike others that rely on the traditional lecture-centric
approach. The key to delivery of the MOOC is the learning management system and the
various pedagogical elements such as videos, webinars, simulation exercises, situation
analysis, and discussions. Sunstone Open Courses are unique as it continues to leverage
technology and still provide peer-to-peer exchanges with a prominent focus on "do it
yourself" philosophy. "When a student joins one of the courses, he/she also joins a
community of thousands of participants with diverse experience that enables students to
further learn and network with the peer group. In India, the concept of MOOC is very new
and we believe it will bring a long lasting paradigm shift in management education in
India," said Ms. Megha Khatri, Program Manager for Open Courses at Sunstone Business
School.
About Sunstone Business School
Sunstone Business School (http://www.sunstone.in [http://www.sunstone.in ]) is the leading
specialized Management School for high quality working professionals
[http://sunstone.in/management-program/sunstone-business-school/meet-the-class ] in the
IT/ITES industry. Sunstone's one year Post Graduate Program in Management has gained
recognition as a premier program accepted by the industry globally. The school's problem
based pedagogy offers students a robust grounding in business strategies and
implementation.
To know more about the MOOC, please write to opencourses@sunstone.in or visit:
http://sunstone.in/management-program/open-courses
Primary Media Contact: Dinesh Singh, dinesh@sunstone.in, 91-9871743222
Secondary Media Contact: Megha Khatri, megha.khatri@sunstone.in, 91-8800393805
Sunstone Business School
CONTACT: PRN
December 19, 2012
Superdry Drives Into India in the Morgan 3 Wheeler Roadster and a Twitter Trend
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 11:35:01 PM
Superdry Drives Into India in the Morgan 3 Wheeler Roadster and a Twitter Trend
MUMBAI, December 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
The iconic UK apparel brand Superdry [http://www.facebook.com/SuperdryIndia ] which
fuses design influences from Japanese graphics and vintage Americana, with the values of
British tailoring made its way to the India and they did it in style by driving down the
Limited Edition Superdry Morgan 3 Wheeler Roadster to their store at Palladium Mall,
Mumbai.
The brand partnered with Brandmovers India [http://www.brandmovers.in ], the agency
which specializes in viral Twitter promotions, to launch a digital campaign that resonates
with the brands DNA and creates buzz among its target group.
A Twitter campaign "Tweet Fuel" was launched and was hosted on a microsite
(http://www.SuperdryMorgan.com [http://www.superdrymorgan.com ]). The campaign gave Indian online
consumers the opportunity to be a part of Superdry's journey from UK to India, in the
process connecting them with the brand. The campaign was designed around the limited
edition Morgan 3 Wheeler sports car and converted incoming tweets with the hashtag
#Superdry, #SuperDrive and #10Songs4SuperDrive into fuel for the Morgan 3, which powered
the roadster's virtual journey from London to Mumbai. The Superdry Roadster made its way
through Superdry stores in France, Germany, Belgium and Dubai before it finally reached
Mumbai, in this interactive online experience.
The brand decided to let winners of the campaign drive the limited edition Morgan 3
Wheeler at a Superdry event which was held in Mumbai on 2/12/12. Online fans responded
enthusiastically to the brands initiative. Other prizes for the campaign included
exclusive Superdry t-shirts, vintage hoodies, slim chinos and lumberjack shirts.
The campaign lasted for 5 days with over 2,600 tweets coming in and generated over 5.4
million impressions. The associated microsite was a hit among fans with the average time
spent on the website being over 3 minutes.
The major success of the campaign was the fact that it was trending on the eve of the
launch of first Superdry store in India that also coincided with the qualifying rounds for
the Indian Grand Prix. On the same day, the hashtag #10Songs4SuperDrive reached the peak
rank of 35 globally in the most popular hashtags of the day.
Superdry is already a very popular brand amongst Indian celebrities. You can soon
expect to see the Indian youth flaunting it too.
You can view the live site at http://www.SuperdryMorgan.com [http://www.superdrymorgan.com ]
and also gain more insights with the campaign video,
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=woCiiNJ8qL0&feature=plcp
About Reliance Brands Limited:
We're the shiny sports coupe in a convoy of stately, formal sedans. Reliance Brands is
part of the Reliance Industries Group. The company was started in October 2007 by
Mr.Darshan Mehta, with a mandate to "create long term value" partnering with international
brands in India as also investing in home grown Indian Brands and launching own Brands.
Reliance Brands focuses on the premium to luxury segments of the fashion business - ready
to wear, footwear, beauty, accessories etc. It is dedicated to bringing iconic
international brands to India and elevate the world of fashion and lifestyle.
Primary Media Contact: Khushboo Benani, Khushboo.Benani@ril.com, 91-9967937736
Reliance Brands Limited
CONTACT: PRN
MUMBAI, December 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
The iconic UK apparel brand Superdry [http://www.facebook.com/SuperdryIndia ] which
fuses design influences from Japanese graphics and vintage Americana, with the values of
British tailoring made its way to the India and they did it in style by driving down the
Limited Edition Superdry Morgan 3 Wheeler Roadster to their store at Palladium Mall,
Mumbai.
The brand partnered with Brandmovers India [http://www.brandmovers.in ], the agency
which specializes in viral Twitter promotions, to launch a digital campaign that resonates
with the brands DNA and creates buzz among its target group.
A Twitter campaign "Tweet Fuel" was launched and was hosted on a microsite
(http://www.SuperdryMorgan.com [http://www.superdrymorgan.com ]). The campaign gave Indian online
consumers the opportunity to be a part of Superdry's journey from UK to India, in the
process connecting them with the brand. The campaign was designed around the limited
edition Morgan 3 Wheeler sports car and converted incoming tweets with the hashtag
#Superdry, #SuperDrive and #10Songs4SuperDrive into fuel for the Morgan 3, which powered
the roadster's virtual journey from London to Mumbai. The Superdry Roadster made its way
through Superdry stores in France, Germany, Belgium and Dubai before it finally reached
Mumbai, in this interactive online experience.
The brand decided to let winners of the campaign drive the limited edition Morgan 3
Wheeler at a Superdry event which was held in Mumbai on 2/12/12. Online fans responded
enthusiastically to the brands initiative. Other prizes for the campaign included
exclusive Superdry t-shirts, vintage hoodies, slim chinos and lumberjack shirts.
The campaign lasted for 5 days with over 2,600 tweets coming in and generated over 5.4
million impressions. The associated microsite was a hit among fans with the average time
spent on the website being over 3 minutes.
The major success of the campaign was the fact that it was trending on the eve of the
launch of first Superdry store in India that also coincided with the qualifying rounds for
the Indian Grand Prix. On the same day, the hashtag #10Songs4SuperDrive reached the peak
rank of 35 globally in the most popular hashtags of the day.
Superdry is already a very popular brand amongst Indian celebrities. You can soon
expect to see the Indian youth flaunting it too.
You can view the live site at http://www.SuperdryMorgan.com [http://www.superdrymorgan.com ]
and also gain more insights with the campaign video,
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=woCiiNJ8qL0&feature=plcp
About Reliance Brands Limited:
We're the shiny sports coupe in a convoy of stately, formal sedans. Reliance Brands is
part of the Reliance Industries Group. The company was started in October 2007 by
Mr.Darshan Mehta, with a mandate to "create long term value" partnering with international
brands in India as also investing in home grown Indian Brands and launching own Brands.
Reliance Brands focuses on the premium to luxury segments of the fashion business - ready
to wear, footwear, beauty, accessories etc. It is dedicated to bringing iconic
international brands to India and elevate the world of fashion and lifestyle.
Primary Media Contact: Khushboo Benani, Khushboo.Benani@ril.com, 91-9967937736
Reliance Brands Limited
CONTACT: PRN
Atmel Establishes Strong Position in Ultra-Low Power Wi-Fi Market With Agreement to Acquire Ozmo, Inc.
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 7:42:01 PM
Atmel Establishes Strong Position in Ultra-Low Power Wi-Fi Market With Agreement to Acquire Ozmo, Inc.
Acquisition Positions Company to Enable Growth of "The Internet of Things"
SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Atmel(® )Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML), a leader in microcontroller and touch technology solutions, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Ozmo, Inc. ("Ozmo"), a leading provider of ultra-low power Wi-Fi solutions that will expand Atmel's wireless offerings and further enhance developers ability to design smart, connected devices, including devices targeted to "The Internet of Things."
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120530/SF15228LOGO)
Adding to Atmel's broad wireless portfolio, Ozmo brings innovative "Wi-Fi Direct" certified technologies that will accelerate seamless communication and connectivity across wireless personal area networks (WPANs). Designed for consumer electronics products requiring smaller form factors and longer battery life, including gaming peripherals, HD audio speakers, portable audio headsets, digital thermostats, appliances and CE remotes, Ozmo's Wi-Fi products and technology offer developers ultra-low power, cost-effective solutions for connecting fixed and portable peripheral devices with Wi-Fi platforms.
"This acquisition accelerates Atmel's strategy to provide complete solutions for products that will make possible The Internet of Things," said Steve Laub, Atmel's President and CEO. "As a leader in the Wi-Fi Direct segment, Ozmo's solutions are well positioned in this rapidly growing market. We look forward to supporting Ozmo's existing customers, expanding sales of their Wi-Fi Direct products through Atmel's global sales channel and marketing network, and integrating their IP with existing Atmel microcontrollers to introduce even more compelling products."
According to market research data, the overall wireless peripheral market is expected to reach 1 billion units by 2015 with Wi-Fi Direct as the fastest growing segment at over 100% CAGR through 2015.
Atmel expects the transaction to close by year end and to be accretive to Atmel's earnings in 2014.
About Atmel
Atmel Corporation (Nasdaq: ATML) is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of microcontrollers, capacitive touch solutions, advanced logic, mixed-signal, nonvolatile memory and radio frequency (RF) components. Leveraging one of the industry's broadest intellectual property (IP) technology portfolios, Atmel is able to provide the electronics industry with complete system solutions focused on industrial, consumer, communications, computing and automotive markets.
© 2012 Atmel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Atmel(®), Atmel logo and combinations thereof and others are registered trademarks or trademarks of Atmel Corporation or its subsidiaries. Other terms and product names may be trademarks of others.
Safe Harbor for Forward-Looking Statements
Information in this release regarding Atmel's forecasts, business outlook, expectations, and beliefs are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. These statements may include comments about our future operating and financial performance, including our earnings outlook beyond 2012 and the progress we may achieve with the integration of Ozmo, Inc. into our business plans and strategies. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Atmel as of the date of this release, which may change. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, without limitation, general economic conditions (including solvency issues affecting various European countries and uncertainties in the United States related to the so-called "fiscal cliff"), the cyclical nature of the semiconductor industry; the inability to realize anticipated benefits related to our acquisition of Ozmo, Inc., restructuring activities or other initiatives in a timely manner or at all; the impact of competitive products and pricing; disruption to our business caused by our increased dependence on outside foundries, industry and/or company overcapacity or under capacity, including capacity constraints of our independent assembly contractors, timely design acceptance by our customers, timely introduction of new products and technologies, industry wide shifts in supply and demand for semiconductor products; financial stability in foreign markets and the impact of foreign exchange rates; adverse changes in tax laws, unanticipated costs and expenses or the inability to identify expenses which can be eliminated; the market price or volatility of our common stock; compliance with U.S. and international laws and regulations by us and our distributors, our ability to protect intellectual property rights, litigation (including intellectual property litigation in which we may be involved or in which our customers may be involved, especially in the mobile device sector), the possible unfavorable results of legal proceedings, and other risks detailed from time to time in Atmel's SEC reports and filings, including our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011, filed on February 28, 2012, and our subsequent Form 10-Q reports. Atmel assumes no obligation and does not intend to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Investor Contact:
Peter Schuman, Director of Investor Relations
1-408-437-2026
Press Contact:
Sander Arts, Vice President of Corporate Marketing
Sander.arts@atmel.com
1-408-451-4885
SOURCE Atmel Corporation
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120530/SF15228LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Atmel Corporation
Web Site: http://www.atmel.com
Acquisition Positions Company to Enable Growth of "The Internet of Things"
SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Atmel(® )Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML), a leader in microcontroller and touch technology solutions, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Ozmo, Inc. ("Ozmo"), a leading provider of ultra-low power Wi-Fi solutions that will expand Atmel's wireless offerings and further enhance developers ability to design smart, connected devices, including devices targeted to "The Internet of Things."
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120530/SF15228LOGO)
Adding to Atmel's broad wireless portfolio, Ozmo brings innovative "Wi-Fi Direct" certified technologies that will accelerate seamless communication and connectivity across wireless personal area networks (WPANs). Designed for consumer electronics products requiring smaller form factors and longer battery life, including gaming peripherals, HD audio speakers, portable audio headsets, digital thermostats, appliances and CE remotes, Ozmo's Wi-Fi products and technology offer developers ultra-low power, cost-effective solutions for connecting fixed and portable peripheral devices with Wi-Fi platforms.
"This acquisition accelerates Atmel's strategy to provide complete solutions for products that will make possible The Internet of Things," said Steve Laub, Atmel's President and CEO. "As a leader in the Wi-Fi Direct segment, Ozmo's solutions are well positioned in this rapidly growing market. We look forward to supporting Ozmo's existing customers, expanding sales of their Wi-Fi Direct products through Atmel's global sales channel and marketing network, and integrating their IP with existing Atmel microcontrollers to introduce even more compelling products."
According to market research data, the overall wireless peripheral market is expected to reach 1 billion units by 2015 with Wi-Fi Direct as the fastest growing segment at over 100% CAGR through 2015.
Atmel expects the transaction to close by year end and to be accretive to Atmel's earnings in 2014.
About Atmel
Atmel Corporation (Nasdaq: ATML) is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of microcontrollers, capacitive touch solutions, advanced logic, mixed-signal, nonvolatile memory and radio frequency (RF) components. Leveraging one of the industry's broadest intellectual property (IP) technology portfolios, Atmel is able to provide the electronics industry with complete system solutions focused on industrial, consumer, communications, computing and automotive markets.
© 2012 Atmel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Atmel(®), Atmel logo and combinations thereof and others are registered trademarks or trademarks of Atmel Corporation or its subsidiaries. Other terms and product names may be trademarks of others.
Safe Harbor for Forward-Looking Statements
Information in this release regarding Atmel's forecasts, business outlook, expectations, and beliefs are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. These statements may include comments about our future operating and financial performance, including our earnings outlook beyond 2012 and the progress we may achieve with the integration of Ozmo, Inc. into our business plans and strategies. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Atmel as of the date of this release, which may change. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, without limitation, general economic conditions (including solvency issues affecting various European countries and uncertainties in the United States related to the so-called "fiscal cliff"), the cyclical nature of the semiconductor industry; the inability to realize anticipated benefits related to our acquisition of Ozmo, Inc., restructuring activities or other initiatives in a timely manner or at all; the impact of competitive products and pricing; disruption to our business caused by our increased dependence on outside foundries, industry and/or company overcapacity or under capacity, including capacity constraints of our independent assembly contractors, timely design acceptance by our customers, timely introduction of new products and technologies, industry wide shifts in supply and demand for semiconductor products; financial stability in foreign markets and the impact of foreign exchange rates; adverse changes in tax laws, unanticipated costs and expenses or the inability to identify expenses which can be eliminated; the market price or volatility of our common stock; compliance with U.S. and international laws and regulations by us and our distributors, our ability to protect intellectual property rights, litigation (including intellectual property litigation in which we may be involved or in which our customers may be involved, especially in the mobile device sector), the possible unfavorable results of legal proceedings, and other risks detailed from time to time in Atmel's SEC reports and filings, including our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011, filed on February 28, 2012, and our subsequent Form 10-Q reports. Atmel assumes no obligation and does not intend to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Investor Contact:
Peter Schuman, Director of Investor Relations
1-408-437-2026
Press Contact:
Sander Arts, Vice President of Corporate Marketing
Sander.arts@atmel.com
1-408-451-4885
SOURCE Atmel Corporation
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120530/SF15228LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Atmel Corporation
Web Site: http://www.atmel.com
ARRIS To Acquire Motorola Home Business For $2.35 Billion In Cash And Stock
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 6:21:01 PM
ARRIS To Acquire Motorola Home Business For $2.35 Billion In Cash And Stock
Transformative Combination Creates Global Player In Innovative End-To-End Broadband Video Solutions
Acquisition Is Expected To Generate Significant Earnings Accretion For ARRIS, Increase Patent Portfolio, And Accelerate New Products To Market
SUWANEE, Ga. and MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- ARRIS Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARRS), a global innovator in broadband media technology, and Google Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG) today jointly announced that ARRIS and Motorola Mobility, a Google subsidiary, have entered into a definitive agreement under which ARRIS will acquire the Motorola Home business from Motorola Mobility, for $2.35 billion in a cash-and-stock transaction approved by the Boards of Directors of both companies. The acquisition will be on a cash-free, debt-free basis and is expected to be significantly accretive to ARRIS' Non-GAAP earnings starting in the first full year after closing.
Under the terms of the agreement, upon closing of the transaction, Google will receive $2.05 billion in cash and approximately $300 million in newly issued ARRIS shares, subject to certain adjustments provided for in the agreement, representing an approximately 15.7% ownership interest in ARRIS post-closing.
Acquiring Motorola Home will enhance ARRIS' ability to provide next-generation consumer video products and services, supporting a more comprehensive product offering while also accelerating its ability to deliver a comprehensive set of industry-leading new products for broadband to a wide spectrum of customers. The transaction will increase ARRIS' patent portfolio and provide a license to a wide array of Motorola Mobility patents.
"This transformational combination of two complementary businesses will create a leading end-to-end provider of today's video, data, and voice products and tomorrow's next-generation IP-based broadband products," said Bob Stanzione, Chairman and CEO of ARRIS. "Ever-expanding consumer demand for bandwidth will continue to drive growth across cloud and network technologies we provide that enable innovative home entertainment products and services."
"Acquiring Motorola Home builds on ARRIS' rich history, creating a global player with significant footprint, revenue and cash flow. It also adds expertise in video and a larger presence in the home to our core strengths in voice and data, ensuring we are even better positioned to capitalize on and manage the evolution toward multi-screen home entertainment. We look forward to working with the Motorola Home team as we integrate their complementary product portfolio and engineering expertise to accelerate best-in-class end-to-end solutions to a broader customer base and increase value for shareholders," Stanzione continued.
Together, ARRIS and Motorola Home will have a global presence with over 500 customers in 70 countries, more than tripling ARRIS pro forma combined revenue to approximately $4.7 billion for the trailing four quarter period ended September 30, 2012. The combined entity will offer a wide array of products and solutions and will have an expanded customer base encompassing the full spectrum of broadband content and service providers.
"Our Home business has been a vibrant part of Motorola Mobility's portfolio, innovating while delivering strong financial performance," said Dennis Woodside, Chief Executive Officer of Motorola Mobility, the Google subsidiary that is the parent of Motorola Home. "The industry faces its biggest technology transformation, and together ARRIS and Motorola will be able to accelerate related innovations such as the introduction of the IP Connected Home environments that service providers need and that their consumers crave."
"We share a similar vision and strategy with ARRIS for the industry's migration to IP. The combination of our solutions, expert technologists and roadmaps promises to transform how service providers deliver the smart, simple connected home to consumers throughout the world," said Marwan Fawaz, the Executive Vice President of Motorola Mobility who leads Motorola Home.
Motorola Home is a profitable business that generated revenues of $3.4 billion for the trailing four quarters ended September 30, 2012. The combination is expected to generate approximately $100 - $125 million in annual cost synergies.
The transaction is expected to close by the second quarter of 2013, subject to customary approvals and closing conditions.
The cash portion of the consideration to be received by Google at closing will be funded through debt financing commitments from Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Royal Bank of Canada.
Evercore Partners is acting as lead financial advisor and Troutman Sanders is acting as lead legal counsel to ARRIS on this transaction. Bank of America Merrill Lynch is also advising ARRIS. Barclays is acting as financial advisor and Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is acting as legal counsel to Google on this transaction.
Conference Call and Webcast Details
ARRIS will host a conference call at 6:30 pm EST today to discuss this announcement. You may participate in this conference call by dialing (800) 299-7098 or (617) 801-9715 for international calls prior to the start of the call and providing the ARRIS Group, Inc. name, conference pass code 92735185, and Bob Puccini as the moderator. A replay of the conference call can be accessed approximately two hours after the call through December 26, 2012 by dialing (888) 286-8010 or (617) 801-6888 and using the pass code 25900440. Live internet access to the call will be available through the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at http://www.arrisi.com. A replay will also be made available for a period of 12 months following the conference call on ARRIS' website at http://www.arrisi.com.
About ARRIS
ARRIS is a global communications technology company specializing in the design, engineering and supply of technology supporting triple- and quad-play broadband services for residential and business customers around the world. The company supplies broadband operators with the tools and platforms they need to deliver converged IP video solutions, carrier-grade telephony, demand driven video, next-generation advertising, network and workforce management solutions, access and transport architectures and ultra high-speed data services. Headquartered in Suwanee, GA, USA, ARRIS has R&D centers in Suwanee, GA; Beaverton, OR; Lisle, IL; Kirkland, WA; State College, PA; Tel Aviv, Israel; Wallingford, CT; Waltham, MA; Cork, Ireland; and Shenzhen, China, and operates support and sales offices throughout the world. Information about ARRIS products and services can be found at http://www.arrisi.com
About Motorola Mobility
Motorola Mobility, owned by Google, fuses innovative technology with human insights to create experiences that simplify, connect and enrich people's lives. Our portfolio includes converged mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets; wireless accessories; end-to-end video and data delivery; and management solutions, including set-tops and data-access devices. For more information, visit motorola.com/mobility.
About Motorola Home
Motorola Mobility's Home business delivers the smart, simple connected home, which is driving the evolution of TV. The company is a global IP business that is pioneering advancements in the cloud, the network, and the home to enable the desired IP Connected Home and future service provider revenue streams. Its end-to-end platform includes advanced software and network technology, services and systems integration, content security, managed home solutions, and next-gen home devices that deliver rich user experiences. For more information, visit: http://www.motorola.com/Video-Solutions/US-EN/Home.
About Google, Inc.
Google is a global technology leader focused on improving the ways people connect with information. Google's innovations in web search and advertising have made its website a top Internet property and its brand one of the most recognized in the world.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward looking statements. These statements include, among others, statements concerning future performance of ARRIS following the completion of the Motorola Home Business acquisition; ARRIS' ability to achieve the strategic benefits and synergies outlined; and whether, and the time frame during, which the acquisition will close. Statements regarding future events are based on the parties' current expectations. Actual results may differ materially from those suggested by any forward-looking statement. Forward-looking statements are necessarily subject to associated risks related to, among other things, successful outcome of the acquisition process, regulatory approval of the acquisition, the potential impact on the business of Motorola Home Business due to uncertainty about the acquisition, the retention of employees of Motorola Home Business and the ability of ARRIS to successfully integrate Motorola Home's opportunities, technology, personnel and operations. Other factors that could cause results to differ from current expectations include: the uncertain current economic climate and financial markets, and their impact on our customers' plans and access to capital: the impact of rapidly changing technologies; the impact of competition on product development and pricing; the ability of ARRIS to react to changes in general industry and market conditions; rights to intellectual property and the current trend toward increasing patent litigation, market trends and the adoption of industry standards; possible acquisitions and dispositions; and consolidations within the telecommunications industry of both the customer and supplier base. These factors are not intended to be an all-encompassing list of risks and uncertainties that may affect the Company's business. Additional information regarding these and other factors can be found in ARRIS' reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2012. In providing forward-looking statements, the Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update publicly or otherwise these statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
ARRIS Contacts
For Investors
Bob Puccini, ARRIS Investor Relations
(720) 895-7787
bob.puccini@arrisi.com
For Media
Alex Swan, ARRIS Media Relations
(678) 473-8327
alex.swan@arrisi.com
Matt Benson/Jenny Gore, Sard Verbinnen & Co
(212) 687-8080/(415) 618-8750
mbenson@sardverb.com / jgore@sardverb.com
Google Contacts
For Investors
Willa Chalmers
(650) 214-3381
willa@google.com
For Media
press@google.com
Motorola Contacts
For Media
Jennifer Erickson
(847) 523-2422
jennifer.erickson@motorola.com
Jeanne Russo
(215) 323-1880
jeanne.russo@motorola.com
SOURCE ARRIS Group, Inc.
ARRIS Group, Inc.
Web Site: http://www.arrisi.com
Transformative Combination Creates Global Player In Innovative End-To-End Broadband Video Solutions
Acquisition Is Expected To Generate Significant Earnings Accretion For ARRIS, Increase Patent Portfolio, And Accelerate New Products To Market
SUWANEE, Ga. and MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- ARRIS Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARRS), a global innovator in broadband media technology, and Google Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG) today jointly announced that ARRIS and Motorola Mobility, a Google subsidiary, have entered into a definitive agreement under which ARRIS will acquire the Motorola Home business from Motorola Mobility, for $2.35 billion in a cash-and-stock transaction approved by the Boards of Directors of both companies. The acquisition will be on a cash-free, debt-free basis and is expected to be significantly accretive to ARRIS' Non-GAAP earnings starting in the first full year after closing.
Under the terms of the agreement, upon closing of the transaction, Google will receive $2.05 billion in cash and approximately $300 million in newly issued ARRIS shares, subject to certain adjustments provided for in the agreement, representing an approximately 15.7% ownership interest in ARRIS post-closing.
Acquiring Motorola Home will enhance ARRIS' ability to provide next-generation consumer video products and services, supporting a more comprehensive product offering while also accelerating its ability to deliver a comprehensive set of industry-leading new products for broadband to a wide spectrum of customers. The transaction will increase ARRIS' patent portfolio and provide a license to a wide array of Motorola Mobility patents.
"This transformational combination of two complementary businesses will create a leading end-to-end provider of today's video, data, and voice products and tomorrow's next-generation IP-based broadband products," said Bob Stanzione, Chairman and CEO of ARRIS. "Ever-expanding consumer demand for bandwidth will continue to drive growth across cloud and network technologies we provide that enable innovative home entertainment products and services."
"Acquiring Motorola Home builds on ARRIS' rich history, creating a global player with significant footprint, revenue and cash flow. It also adds expertise in video and a larger presence in the home to our core strengths in voice and data, ensuring we are even better positioned to capitalize on and manage the evolution toward multi-screen home entertainment. We look forward to working with the Motorola Home team as we integrate their complementary product portfolio and engineering expertise to accelerate best-in-class end-to-end solutions to a broader customer base and increase value for shareholders," Stanzione continued.
Together, ARRIS and Motorola Home will have a global presence with over 500 customers in 70 countries, more than tripling ARRIS pro forma combined revenue to approximately $4.7 billion for the trailing four quarter period ended September 30, 2012. The combined entity will offer a wide array of products and solutions and will have an expanded customer base encompassing the full spectrum of broadband content and service providers.
"Our Home business has been a vibrant part of Motorola Mobility's portfolio, innovating while delivering strong financial performance," said Dennis Woodside, Chief Executive Officer of Motorola Mobility, the Google subsidiary that is the parent of Motorola Home. "The industry faces its biggest technology transformation, and together ARRIS and Motorola will be able to accelerate related innovations such as the introduction of the IP Connected Home environments that service providers need and that their consumers crave."
"We share a similar vision and strategy with ARRIS for the industry's migration to IP. The combination of our solutions, expert technologists and roadmaps promises to transform how service providers deliver the smart, simple connected home to consumers throughout the world," said Marwan Fawaz, the Executive Vice President of Motorola Mobility who leads Motorola Home.
Motorola Home is a profitable business that generated revenues of $3.4 billion for the trailing four quarters ended September 30, 2012. The combination is expected to generate approximately $100 - $125 million in annual cost synergies.
The transaction is expected to close by the second quarter of 2013, subject to customary approvals and closing conditions.
The cash portion of the consideration to be received by Google at closing will be funded through debt financing commitments from Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Royal Bank of Canada.
Evercore Partners is acting as lead financial advisor and Troutman Sanders is acting as lead legal counsel to ARRIS on this transaction. Bank of America Merrill Lynch is also advising ARRIS. Barclays is acting as financial advisor and Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is acting as legal counsel to Google on this transaction.
Conference Call and Webcast Details
ARRIS will host a conference call at 6:30 pm EST today to discuss this announcement. You may participate in this conference call by dialing (800) 299-7098 or (617) 801-9715 for international calls prior to the start of the call and providing the ARRIS Group, Inc. name, conference pass code 92735185, and Bob Puccini as the moderator. A replay of the conference call can be accessed approximately two hours after the call through December 26, 2012 by dialing (888) 286-8010 or (617) 801-6888 and using the pass code 25900440. Live internet access to the call will be available through the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at http://www.arrisi.com. A replay will also be made available for a period of 12 months following the conference call on ARRIS' website at http://www.arrisi.com.
About ARRIS
ARRIS is a global communications technology company specializing in the design, engineering and supply of technology supporting triple- and quad-play broadband services for residential and business customers around the world. The company supplies broadband operators with the tools and platforms they need to deliver converged IP video solutions, carrier-grade telephony, demand driven video, next-generation advertising, network and workforce management solutions, access and transport architectures and ultra high-speed data services. Headquartered in Suwanee, GA, USA, ARRIS has R&D centers in Suwanee, GA; Beaverton, OR; Lisle, IL; Kirkland, WA; State College, PA; Tel Aviv, Israel; Wallingford, CT; Waltham, MA; Cork, Ireland; and Shenzhen, China, and operates support and sales offices throughout the world. Information about ARRIS products and services can be found at http://www.arrisi.com
About Motorola Mobility
Motorola Mobility, owned by Google, fuses innovative technology with human insights to create experiences that simplify, connect and enrich people's lives. Our portfolio includes converged mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets; wireless accessories; end-to-end video and data delivery; and management solutions, including set-tops and data-access devices. For more information, visit motorola.com/mobility.
About Motorola Home
Motorola Mobility's Home business delivers the smart, simple connected home, which is driving the evolution of TV. The company is a global IP business that is pioneering advancements in the cloud, the network, and the home to enable the desired IP Connected Home and future service provider revenue streams. Its end-to-end platform includes advanced software and network technology, services and systems integration, content security, managed home solutions, and next-gen home devices that deliver rich user experiences. For more information, visit: http://www.motorola.com/Video-Solutions/US-EN/Home.
About Google, Inc.
Google is a global technology leader focused on improving the ways people connect with information. Google's innovations in web search and advertising have made its website a top Internet property and its brand one of the most recognized in the world.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward looking statements. These statements include, among others, statements concerning future performance of ARRIS following the completion of the Motorola Home Business acquisition; ARRIS' ability to achieve the strategic benefits and synergies outlined; and whether, and the time frame during, which the acquisition will close. Statements regarding future events are based on the parties' current expectations. Actual results may differ materially from those suggested by any forward-looking statement. Forward-looking statements are necessarily subject to associated risks related to, among other things, successful outcome of the acquisition process, regulatory approval of the acquisition, the potential impact on the business of Motorola Home Business due to uncertainty about the acquisition, the retention of employees of Motorola Home Business and the ability of ARRIS to successfully integrate Motorola Home's opportunities, technology, personnel and operations. Other factors that could cause results to differ from current expectations include: the uncertain current economic climate and financial markets, and their impact on our customers' plans and access to capital: the impact of rapidly changing technologies; the impact of competition on product development and pricing; the ability of ARRIS to react to changes in general industry and market conditions; rights to intellectual property and the current trend toward increasing patent litigation, market trends and the adoption of industry standards; possible acquisitions and dispositions; and consolidations within the telecommunications industry of both the customer and supplier base. These factors are not intended to be an all-encompassing list of risks and uncertainties that may affect the Company's business. Additional information regarding these and other factors can be found in ARRIS' reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2012. In providing forward-looking statements, the Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update publicly or otherwise these statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
ARRIS Contacts
For Investors
Bob Puccini, ARRIS Investor Relations
(720) 895-7787
bob.puccini@arrisi.com
For Media
Alex Swan, ARRIS Media Relations
(678) 473-8327
alex.swan@arrisi.com
Matt Benson/Jenny Gore, Sard Verbinnen & Co
(212) 687-8080/(415) 618-8750
mbenson@sardverb.com / jgore@sardverb.com
Google Contacts
For Investors
Willa Chalmers
(650) 214-3381
willa@google.com
For Media
press@google.com
Motorola Contacts
For Media
Jennifer Erickson
(847) 523-2422
jennifer.erickson@motorola.com
Jeanne Russo
(215) 323-1880
jeanne.russo@motorola.com
SOURCE ARRIS Group, Inc.
ARRIS Group, Inc.
Web Site: http://www.arrisi.com
Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Available in Portions of Vinton County, Ohio, on Dec. 20
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 5:00:01 PM
Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Available in Portions of Vinton County, Ohio, on Dec. 20
VINTON COUNTY, Ohio, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
WHO: Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network.
WHAT: Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network is coming to portions of Vinton County on Dec. 20. Verizon Wireless customers in the
area will be able to experience the speed and capabilities offered by the nation's largest 4G LTE network when the
company introduces the service tomorrow.
WHERE: The Village of McArthur, Vinton County Airport and portions of the Vinton Furnace Experimental Forrest.
For street-level detail of coverage and more, please visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/4GLTE.
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012
BACKGROUND: Two years after its launch, the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network offers more 4G LTE coverage than all other competitors'
networks combined, with coverage currently available to more than 250 million people throughout the United States. On
Thursday, Dec. 20, the network will expand to offer 4G LTE service in 470 markets throughout the country.
"With our 4G LTE network, customers can take advantage of the speeds offered by our 4G LTE devices and the innovative
solutions that leverage 4G LTE technology to enhance connectivity," said Mark Frazier, president-Ohio/Pennsylvania/
West Virginia,Verizon Wireless. "We will continue aggressively expanding and enhancing our 4G LTE network in Ohio and
across the country to provide our customers with the best wireless experience possible."
To learn more about the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network, please visit http://news.verizonwireless.com/news/2012/12/
verizon-wireless-4G-LTE-two-year-anniversary.html. For a full list of 4G LTE markets please visit
www.verizonwireless.com/lte.
For more news and stories specific to the Verizon Wireless Midwest Area
Visit and subscribe to our blog: http://vzwmidwestarea.com/.
For Verizon Wireless Updates on Twitter
Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in Ohio by following @VZWLaura on Twitter at http://twitter.com/vzwlaura. For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow @VZWNews on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNews.
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 96 million retail customers, including 90.4 million retail postpaid customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with more than 75,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.
SOURCE Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless
CONTACT: Laura Merritt, Verizon Wireless, +1-614-345-2300, laura.merritt@verizonwireless.com; Chris Hoffman, For Verizon Wireless, +1-513-271-7222 ext. 25, choffman@wordsworthweb.com
Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com
VINTON COUNTY, Ohio, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
WHO: Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network.
WHAT: Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network is coming to portions of Vinton County on Dec. 20. Verizon Wireless customers in the
area will be able to experience the speed and capabilities offered by the nation's largest 4G LTE network when the
company introduces the service tomorrow.
WHERE: The Village of McArthur, Vinton County Airport and portions of the Vinton Furnace Experimental Forrest.
For street-level detail of coverage and more, please visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/4GLTE.
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012
BACKGROUND: Two years after its launch, the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network offers more 4G LTE coverage than all other competitors'
networks combined, with coverage currently available to more than 250 million people throughout the United States. On
Thursday, Dec. 20, the network will expand to offer 4G LTE service in 470 markets throughout the country.
"With our 4G LTE network, customers can take advantage of the speeds offered by our 4G LTE devices and the innovative
solutions that leverage 4G LTE technology to enhance connectivity," said Mark Frazier, president-Ohio/Pennsylvania/
West Virginia,Verizon Wireless. "We will continue aggressively expanding and enhancing our 4G LTE network in Ohio and
across the country to provide our customers with the best wireless experience possible."
To learn more about the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network, please visit http://news.verizonwireless.com/news/2012/12/
verizon-wireless-4G-LTE-two-year-anniversary.html. For a full list of 4G LTE markets please visit
www.verizonwireless.com/lte.
For more news and stories specific to the Verizon Wireless Midwest Area
Visit and subscribe to our blog: http://vzwmidwestarea.com/.
For Verizon Wireless Updates on Twitter
Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in Ohio by following @VZWLaura on Twitter at http://twitter.com/vzwlaura. For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow @VZWNews on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNews.
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 96 million retail customers, including 90.4 million retail postpaid customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with more than 75,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.
SOURCE Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless
CONTACT: Laura Merritt, Verizon Wireless, +1-614-345-2300, laura.merritt@verizonwireless.com; Chris Hoffman, For Verizon Wireless, +1-513-271-7222 ext. 25, choffman@wordsworthweb.com
Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com
Cloud Star Corporation Launches Groundbreaking Remote Access Product
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 4:56:01 PM
Cloud Star Corporation Launches Groundbreaking Remote Access Product
Innovative cloud computing company granted provisional patent for technology used in MyComputerKey(TM)
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Cloud Star Corporation (OTCBB: CLDS), an innovative cloud computing company focused on remote access technology and security products, has released to Beta testing MyComputerKey(TM), a revolutionary remote access product that combines data security with heretofore unheard-of simplicity for the user.
The company has been granted a provisional patent by the United States Patent and Trademark Office for technology used in this groundbreaking product. Cloud Star Corporation President and CEO Safa Movassaghi, an early pioneer in Uninstall technology for the PC, has been developing innovative computer technology and devices for over 20 years. His most recent efforts have been focused upon developing products that simplify and enhance remote access, particularly for the rapidly-emerging cloud computing sector.
According to Mr. Movassaghi, "Unlike most companies in the remote access marketplace, Cloud Star Corp focuses on easy to use products for consumers. Imagine bringing your entire computer with you in your pocket - anywhere you go. Enhanced simplicity, security, and scalability are the 'holy trinity' of all the products we create, and we have an exciting pipeline of products and technologies under development for 2013."
MyComputerKey(TM) is currently being beta tested and evaluated by several corporations and cloud computing innovators, all of whom demand secure remote access connections. Once the evaluation is complete, Cloud Star will introduce MyComputerKey(TM) as a consumer product into the marketplace. An enterprise version for corporations that rely heavily on a mobile workforce is also at an advanced stage of development.
In mid 2012, Cloud Star successfully merged operations with internet marketing service company Accend Media. The combination of Accend's digital marketing platform, coupled with Cloud Star Corp's proprietary products, will prove valuable once sales initiatives are started. The merger has also resulted in the establishment of operations Newport Beach, California. The Company has developers in several countries in addition to the United States.
About Cloud Star Corporation
Cloud Star Corp is an innovative cloud computing company that provides security, technology, and products to the technology marketplace in general, with a particular emphasis upon the remote access computing sector, for which it specializes in creating enhanced security connections. Cloud Star has developed patent-protected remote access security devices such as MyComputerKey(TM). For more information, visit: http://www.cloudstarcorp.com
"Safe Harbor" Statement: Under The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: The statements in the press release that relate to the Company's expectations with regard to the future impact on the Company's results from new products in development are forward-looking statements, within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Notice Regarding Forward Looking Statements -This press release includes forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including the success of the programs it is commercializing and developing. Further, the risks involve the ability of the Company to raise capital to fund its operations and the capital requirements for the development and marketing of its products. Investors are encouraged to review the risk factors listed or described from time to time in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
SOURCE Cloud Star Corporation
Cloud Star Corporation
CONTACT: Cloud Star Corporation, info@cloudstarcorp.com
Web Site: http://www.cloudstarcorp.com
Innovative cloud computing company granted provisional patent for technology used in MyComputerKey(TM)
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Cloud Star Corporation (OTCBB: CLDS), an innovative cloud computing company focused on remote access technology and security products, has released to Beta testing MyComputerKey(TM), a revolutionary remote access product that combines data security with heretofore unheard-of simplicity for the user.
The company has been granted a provisional patent by the United States Patent and Trademark Office for technology used in this groundbreaking product. Cloud Star Corporation President and CEO Safa Movassaghi, an early pioneer in Uninstall technology for the PC, has been developing innovative computer technology and devices for over 20 years. His most recent efforts have been focused upon developing products that simplify and enhance remote access, particularly for the rapidly-emerging cloud computing sector.
According to Mr. Movassaghi, "Unlike most companies in the remote access marketplace, Cloud Star Corp focuses on easy to use products for consumers. Imagine bringing your entire computer with you in your pocket - anywhere you go. Enhanced simplicity, security, and scalability are the 'holy trinity' of all the products we create, and we have an exciting pipeline of products and technologies under development for 2013."
MyComputerKey(TM) is currently being beta tested and evaluated by several corporations and cloud computing innovators, all of whom demand secure remote access connections. Once the evaluation is complete, Cloud Star will introduce MyComputerKey(TM) as a consumer product into the marketplace. An enterprise version for corporations that rely heavily on a mobile workforce is also at an advanced stage of development.
In mid 2012, Cloud Star successfully merged operations with internet marketing service company Accend Media. The combination of Accend's digital marketing platform, coupled with Cloud Star Corp's proprietary products, will prove valuable once sales initiatives are started. The merger has also resulted in the establishment of operations Newport Beach, California. The Company has developers in several countries in addition to the United States.
About Cloud Star Corporation
Cloud Star Corp is an innovative cloud computing company that provides security, technology, and products to the technology marketplace in general, with a particular emphasis upon the remote access computing sector, for which it specializes in creating enhanced security connections. Cloud Star has developed patent-protected remote access security devices such as MyComputerKey(TM). For more information, visit: http://www.cloudstarcorp.com
"Safe Harbor" Statement: Under The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: The statements in the press release that relate to the Company's expectations with regard to the future impact on the Company's results from new products in development are forward-looking statements, within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Notice Regarding Forward Looking Statements -This press release includes forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including the success of the programs it is commercializing and developing. Further, the risks involve the ability of the Company to raise capital to fund its operations and the capital requirements for the development and marketing of its products. Investors are encouraged to review the risk factors listed or described from time to time in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
SOURCE Cloud Star Corporation
Cloud Star Corporation
CONTACT: Cloud Star Corporation, info@cloudstarcorp.com
Web Site: http://www.cloudstarcorp.com
The Black Keys' Patrick Carney to Host New Monthly Show on SiriusXM
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 4:21:01 PM
The Black Keys' Patrick Carney to Host New Monthly Show on SiriusXM
NEW YORK, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Sirius XM Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) announced today that Patrick Carney, drummer of the Grammy®-Award winning band The Black Keys, will host Serious Boredom, an exclusive show on SiriusXMU, channel 35.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20101014/NY82093LOGO)
Serious Boredom will premiere on Thursday, December 20 at 8:00 pm ET. New episodes will debut on the first Thursday of every month beginning in January 2013.
The show will feature Carney talking about and playing his favorite independent music, new and old, as well as music from his personal collection. During the first episode, SiriusXM listeners will hear Carney play music by artists like Pavement, Guided By Voices and Yo La Tengo as well as a new duet by Adam Green and Binki Shapiro.
"I'm excited about the show and the opportunity to host SiriusXMU's Serious Boredom. I've wanted to do a DJ gig like this for a while now and looking forward to being on air," said Patrick Carney.
"We are the place to discover new music and we take pride in creating unique and wide-ranging opportunities for our listeners to hear new artists and songs," said Scott Greenstein, President and Chief Content Officer, SiriusXM. "When an influential artist like Patrick Carney gets behind the mic and invites listeners for an inside look into his inspirations and personal favorites, it's a special, must-hear moment for our subscribers. And we know Patrick's Serious Boredom will be anything but."
After each broadcast, Serious Boredom will be available on SiriusXM On Demand for subscribers listening via the SiriusXM Internet Radio App for smartphones and other mobile devices or online at siriusxm.com. Visit http://www.siriusxm.com/ondemand for more info on SiriusXM On Demand.
SiriusXMU plays the best new indie and underground music by artists like Animal Collective, Pavement, Arcade Fire, Radiohead, Grizzly Bear, Modest Mouse, Vampire Weekend, Beach House, The Shins and Flaming Lips.
For more information on SiriusXM, please visit http://www.siriusxm.com.
About Sirius XM Radio
Sirius XM Radio Inc. is the world's largest radio broadcaster measured by revenue and has 23.4 million subscribers. SiriusXM creates and broadcasts commercial-free music; premier sports talk and live events; comedy; news; exclusive talk and entertainment; and the most comprehensive Latin music, sports and talk programming in radio. SiriusXM is available in vehicles from every major car company in the U.S., from retailers nationwide, and online at siriusxm.com. SiriusXM programming is also available through the SiriusXM Internet Radio App for Android, Apple, and BlackBerry smartphones and other connected devices. SiriusXM also holds a minority interest in SiriusXM Canada which has more than 2 million subscribers.
This communication contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements about future financial and operating results, our plans, objectives, expectations and intentions with respect to future operations, products and services; and other statements identified by words such as "will likely result," "are expected to," "will continue," "is anticipated," "estimated," "believe," "intend," "plan," "projection," "outlook" or words of similar meaning. Such forward-looking statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of our management and are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are difficult to predict and generally beyond our control. Actual results may differ materially from the results anticipated in these forward-looking statements.
The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from the anticipated results or other expectations expressed in the forward-looking statements: our competitive position versus other forms of audio entertainment; our dependence upon automakers; general economic conditions; failure of our satellites, which, in most cases, are not insured; our ability to attract and retain subscribers at a profitable level; royalties we pay for music rights; the unfavorable outcome of pending or future litigation; failure of third parties to perform; and our substantial indebtedness. Additional factors that could cause our results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011, which is filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and available at the SEC's Internet site (http://www.sec.gov). The information set forth herein speaks only as of the date hereof, and we disclaim any intention or obligation to update any forward looking statements as a result of developments occurring after the date of this communication.
Follow SiriusXM on Twitter or like the SiriusXM page on Facebook.
P-SIRI
Media Contacts:
Samantha Bowman
SiriusXM
212 901 6644
samantha.bowman@siriusxm.com
For more information on The Black Keys:
Mary Moyer
Sacks & Co.
212.741.1000
mary@sacksco.com
SOURCE Sirius XM Radio
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20101014/NY82093LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Sirius XM Radio
Web Site: http://www.siriusxm.com
NEW YORK, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Sirius XM Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) announced today that Patrick Carney, drummer of the Grammy®-Award winning band The Black Keys, will host Serious Boredom, an exclusive show on SiriusXMU, channel 35.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20101014/NY82093LOGO)
Serious Boredom will premiere on Thursday, December 20 at 8:00 pm ET. New episodes will debut on the first Thursday of every month beginning in January 2013.
The show will feature Carney talking about and playing his favorite independent music, new and old, as well as music from his personal collection. During the first episode, SiriusXM listeners will hear Carney play music by artists like Pavement, Guided By Voices and Yo La Tengo as well as a new duet by Adam Green and Binki Shapiro.
"I'm excited about the show and the opportunity to host SiriusXMU's Serious Boredom. I've wanted to do a DJ gig like this for a while now and looking forward to being on air," said Patrick Carney.
"We are the place to discover new music and we take pride in creating unique and wide-ranging opportunities for our listeners to hear new artists and songs," said Scott Greenstein, President and Chief Content Officer, SiriusXM. "When an influential artist like Patrick Carney gets behind the mic and invites listeners for an inside look into his inspirations and personal favorites, it's a special, must-hear moment for our subscribers. And we know Patrick's Serious Boredom will be anything but."
After each broadcast, Serious Boredom will be available on SiriusXM On Demand for subscribers listening via the SiriusXM Internet Radio App for smartphones and other mobile devices or online at siriusxm.com. Visit http://www.siriusxm.com/ondemand for more info on SiriusXM On Demand.
SiriusXMU plays the best new indie and underground music by artists like Animal Collective, Pavement, Arcade Fire, Radiohead, Grizzly Bear, Modest Mouse, Vampire Weekend, Beach House, The Shins and Flaming Lips.
For more information on SiriusXM, please visit http://www.siriusxm.com.
About Sirius XM Radio
Sirius XM Radio Inc. is the world's largest radio broadcaster measured by revenue and has 23.4 million subscribers. SiriusXM creates and broadcasts commercial-free music; premier sports talk and live events; comedy; news; exclusive talk and entertainment; and the most comprehensive Latin music, sports and talk programming in radio. SiriusXM is available in vehicles from every major car company in the U.S., from retailers nationwide, and online at siriusxm.com. SiriusXM programming is also available through the SiriusXM Internet Radio App for Android, Apple, and BlackBerry smartphones and other connected devices. SiriusXM also holds a minority interest in SiriusXM Canada which has more than 2 million subscribers.
This communication contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements about future financial and operating results, our plans, objectives, expectations and intentions with respect to future operations, products and services; and other statements identified by words such as "will likely result," "are expected to," "will continue," "is anticipated," "estimated," "believe," "intend," "plan," "projection," "outlook" or words of similar meaning. Such forward-looking statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of our management and are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are difficult to predict and generally beyond our control. Actual results may differ materially from the results anticipated in these forward-looking statements.
The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from the anticipated results or other expectations expressed in the forward-looking statements: our competitive position versus other forms of audio entertainment; our dependence upon automakers; general economic conditions; failure of our satellites, which, in most cases, are not insured; our ability to attract and retain subscribers at a profitable level; royalties we pay for music rights; the unfavorable outcome of pending or future litigation; failure of third parties to perform; and our substantial indebtedness. Additional factors that could cause our results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011, which is filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and available at the SEC's Internet site (http://www.sec.gov). The information set forth herein speaks only as of the date hereof, and we disclaim any intention or obligation to update any forward looking statements as a result of developments occurring after the date of this communication.
Follow SiriusXM on Twitter or like the SiriusXM page on Facebook.
P-SIRI
Media Contacts:
Samantha Bowman
SiriusXM
212 901 6644
samantha.bowman@siriusxm.com
For more information on The Black Keys:
Mary Moyer
Sacks & Co.
212.741.1000
mary@sacksco.com
SOURCE Sirius XM Radio
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20101014/NY82093LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Sirius XM Radio
Web Site: http://www.siriusxm.com
UBM Canon Announces its New Advanced Manufacturing Seminar Series
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 4:07:01 PM
UBM Canon Announces its New Advanced Manufacturing Seminar Series
ANAHEIM, California, December 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
Today UBM Canon announces the expansion of its educational events aimed at the
Advanced Manufacturing field with new seminars being held this February, 2013. The
Advanced Manufacturing Seminars will run concurrently with the ATX West
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference.html ] and Pacific Design &
Manufacturing [http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/pdm13 ] exhibitions.
New for 2013, these seminars are a series of practical educational sessions focused on
the latest technologies and process improvement techniques to help manufacturing
professionals get the most out of their design and manufacturing operations. The Advanced
Manufacturing Seminars [http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference.html ] are
led by leading OEMs, industry experts, and top innovators. Experts deliver practical
sessions designed in a bite-sized, modular format to maximize the tradeshow experience.
Attendees can pick and choose from 8 expert-led seminars:
- Security:
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference_agenda.html#S1 ] How do I Keep
my Network Safe and Fully Functional
- Robotics:
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference_agenda.html#S2 ] Designing the
Factory Floor of Tomorrow
- Networking, Wired and Wireless:
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference_agenda.html#S3 ] Communicating
Both Internally and Externally
- Motors and Motion Control
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference_agenda.html#S4 ], Including
Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- Introduction to Rapid Manufacturing:
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference_agenda.html#S5 ] 3D
Printing/Additive Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping
- Rapid Manufacturing:
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference_agenda.html#S6 ] Current Use,
Economic Feasibility and Future Implications
- Lean Manufacturing Workshop Part One:
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference_agenda.html#S7 ] Value Stream
Flow for Operational Excellence
- Lean Manufacturing Workshop Part Two:
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference_agenda.html#S8 ] Creating Mix
Model Value Streams
The seminars take place over three days, from February 12th to the 14th, 2013. Visit
http://www.ATXwest.com or http://www.PacDesignShow.com for further details.
About the Advanced Manufacturing Seminars
Advanced Manufacturing Seminars [http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/pdm13/conference.html
] are 8 brand new interactive learning forums, designed in a bite-size 2-hour format to
accommodate busy attendee schedules. Discover the latest developments and technological
innovations in the constantly evolving field of advanced manufacturing. The Seminars are
led by leading OEMs, industry experts and top innovators delivering practical
presentations and implementable solutions to daily challenges.
About UBM Canon
UBM Canon is the leading B-to-B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0
trillion advanced manufacturing sector, UBM Canon helps support the flow of information,
commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and
pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader
areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and
packaging.
Marketing & Media Enquiries:
UBM Canon Conferences
Kelly Ryan
Associate Marketing Manager
Tel: +1(310)-445-8515
Email: kelly.ryan@ubm.com
Sponsorship Enquiries:
UBM Canon Conferences
Lysa Frankfort or Christine Nguyen
Tel: +1(310)-996-9435
Email: sponsorship@ubm.com
UBM Canon
ANAHEIM, California, December 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
Today UBM Canon announces the expansion of its educational events aimed at the
Advanced Manufacturing field with new seminars being held this February, 2013. The
Advanced Manufacturing Seminars will run concurrently with the ATX West
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference.html ] and Pacific Design &
Manufacturing [http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/pdm13 ] exhibitions.
New for 2013, these seminars are a series of practical educational sessions focused on
the latest technologies and process improvement techniques to help manufacturing
professionals get the most out of their design and manufacturing operations. The Advanced
Manufacturing Seminars [http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference.html ] are
led by leading OEMs, industry experts, and top innovators. Experts deliver practical
sessions designed in a bite-sized, modular format to maximize the tradeshow experience.
Attendees can pick and choose from 8 expert-led seminars:
- Security:
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference_agenda.html#S1 ] How do I Keep
my Network Safe and Fully Functional
- Robotics:
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference_agenda.html#S2 ] Designing the
Factory Floor of Tomorrow
- Networking, Wired and Wireless:
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference_agenda.html#S3 ] Communicating
Both Internally and Externally
- Motors and Motion Control
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference_agenda.html#S4 ], Including
Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- Introduction to Rapid Manufacturing:
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference_agenda.html#S5 ] 3D
Printing/Additive Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping
- Rapid Manufacturing:
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference_agenda.html#S6 ] Current Use,
Economic Feasibility and Future Implications
- Lean Manufacturing Workshop Part One:
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference_agenda.html#S7 ] Value Stream
Flow for Operational Excellence
- Lean Manufacturing Workshop Part Two:
[http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/atxw13/conference_agenda.html#S8 ] Creating Mix
Model Value Streams
The seminars take place over three days, from February 12th to the 14th, 2013. Visit
http://www.ATXwest.com or http://www.PacDesignShow.com for further details.
About the Advanced Manufacturing Seminars
Advanced Manufacturing Seminars [http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/pdm13/conference.html
] are 8 brand new interactive learning forums, designed in a bite-size 2-hour format to
accommodate busy attendee schedules. Discover the latest developments and technological
innovations in the constantly evolving field of advanced manufacturing. The Seminars are
led by leading OEMs, industry experts and top innovators delivering practical
presentations and implementable solutions to daily challenges.
About UBM Canon
UBM Canon is the leading B-to-B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0
trillion advanced manufacturing sector, UBM Canon helps support the flow of information,
commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and
pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader
areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and
packaging.
Marketing & Media Enquiries:
UBM Canon Conferences
Kelly Ryan
Associate Marketing Manager
Tel: +1(310)-445-8515
Email: kelly.ryan@ubm.com
Sponsorship Enquiries:
UBM Canon Conferences
Lysa Frankfort or Christine Nguyen
Tel: +1(310)-996-9435
Email: sponsorship@ubm.com
UBM Canon
Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Available In Portsmouth, Ohio On Dec. 20
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 3:56:01 PM
Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Available In Portsmouth, Ohio On Dec. 20
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
WHO: Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network
WHAT: Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network is coming to the Portsmouth area on Dec. 20. Verizon Wireless customers in Portsmouth
and the surrounding area will be able to experience the speed and capabilities offered by the nation's largest 4G LTE
network when the company introduces the service tomorrow.
WHERE: Portsmouth; Lucasville in the north; Franklin Furnace in the south.
For street-level detail of coverage and more, please visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/4GLTE.
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012
BACKGROUND: Two years after its launch, the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network offers more 4G LTE coverage than all other competitors'
networks combined, with coverage currently available to more than 250 million people throughout the United States. On
Thursday, Dec. 20, the network will expand to offer 4G LTE service in 470 markets throughout the country.
"With our 4G LTE network, customers can take advantage of the speeds offered by our 4G LTE devices and the innovative
solutions that leverage 4G LTE technology to enhance connectivity," said Mark Frazier, president-Ohio/Pennsylvania/
West Virginia,Verizon Wireless. "We will continue aggressively expanding and enhancing our 4G LTE network in Ohio and
across the country to provide our customers with the best wireless experience possible."
To learn more about the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network, please visit http://news.verizonwireless.com/news/2012/12/
verizon-wireless-4G-LTE-two-year-anniversary.html. For a full list of 4G LTE markets please visit
www.verizonwireless.com/lte.
For more news and stories specific to the Verizon Wireless Midwest Area
Visit and subscribe to our blog: http://vzwmidwestarea.com/.
For Verizon Wireless Updates on Twitter
Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in Ohio by following @VZWLaura on Twitter at http://twitter.com/vzwlaura. For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow @VZWNews on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNews.
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 96 million retail customers, including 90.4 million retail postpaid customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with more than 75,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.
SOURCE Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless
CONTACT: Laura Merritt, Verizon Wireless, +1-614-345-2300, laura.merritt@verizonwireless.com, or Chris Hoffman, For Verizon Wireless, +1-513-271-7222 ext. 25, choffman@wordsworthweb.com
Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
WHO: Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network
WHAT: Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network is coming to the Portsmouth area on Dec. 20. Verizon Wireless customers in Portsmouth
and the surrounding area will be able to experience the speed and capabilities offered by the nation's largest 4G LTE
network when the company introduces the service tomorrow.
WHERE: Portsmouth; Lucasville in the north; Franklin Furnace in the south.
For street-level detail of coverage and more, please visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/4GLTE.
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012
BACKGROUND: Two years after its launch, the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network offers more 4G LTE coverage than all other competitors'
networks combined, with coverage currently available to more than 250 million people throughout the United States. On
Thursday, Dec. 20, the network will expand to offer 4G LTE service in 470 markets throughout the country.
"With our 4G LTE network, customers can take advantage of the speeds offered by our 4G LTE devices and the innovative
solutions that leverage 4G LTE technology to enhance connectivity," said Mark Frazier, president-Ohio/Pennsylvania/
West Virginia,Verizon Wireless. "We will continue aggressively expanding and enhancing our 4G LTE network in Ohio and
across the country to provide our customers with the best wireless experience possible."
To learn more about the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network, please visit http://news.verizonwireless.com/news/2012/12/
verizon-wireless-4G-LTE-two-year-anniversary.html. For a full list of 4G LTE markets please visit
www.verizonwireless.com/lte.
For more news and stories specific to the Verizon Wireless Midwest Area
Visit and subscribe to our blog: http://vzwmidwestarea.com/.
For Verizon Wireless Updates on Twitter
Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in Ohio by following @VZWLaura on Twitter at http://twitter.com/vzwlaura. For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow @VZWNews on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNews.
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 96 million retail customers, including 90.4 million retail postpaid customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with more than 75,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.
SOURCE Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless
CONTACT: Laura Merritt, Verizon Wireless, +1-614-345-2300, laura.merritt@verizonwireless.com, or Chris Hoffman, For Verizon Wireless, +1-513-271-7222 ext. 25, choffman@wordsworthweb.com
Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com
LES MISERABLES: THE MUSICAL PHENOMENON NOW AVAILABLE FOR FREE ON THE iBOOKSTORE
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 3:49:01 PM
LES MISERABLES: THE MUSICAL PHENOMENON NOW AVAILABLE FOR FREE ON THE iBOOKSTORE
Universal Pictures Launches the Studio's First Multi-Touch Book Created with iBooks Author
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Pictures announced today the release of the free Multi-Touch book Les Miserables: The Musical Phenomenon, a digital companion to the highly anticipated musical epic Les Miserables, which hits theaters nationwide on Christmas Day. This represents Universal Pictures' first book created with iBooks Author, Apple's digital book creation app. Available exclusively on the iBookstore, Les Miserables: The Musical Phenomenon was created in partnership with NBCUniversal Digital Publishing and entertainment marketing company Bemis Balkind.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120110/LA33027LOGO)
Highlighting the timeless music, celebrated performers, intricate costumes and sweeping cinematography of the film, the book presents an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the artistry of Les Miserables. It includes exclusive interviews, photo galleries and video, musical performances, interactive timelines and more.
Doug Neil, senior vice president of digital marketing, Universal Pictures, stated: "We're thrilled to provide a digital experience for fans of Les Miserables that enhances the vision of the film's director, Tom Hooper. The interactivity of the digital book allows for an immersive experience, putting readers in the world of Les Miserables before they experience the phenomenon in theaters."
Curt Doty, who heads up the digital group at Bemis Balkind, added: "Our philosophy on building these new touchpoints is to create a beautiful, illustrated book and enhance it with content and Multi-Touch interactivity. We always want these to have a balance of the written word, amazing photography and compelling interactive content."
"We are very proud to be associated with this terrific project and to make it available to readers familiar with both the musical and Victor Hugo's classic story," said Michael Fabiano, vice-president and general manager of NBC Publishing. "This enhanced book is simply a great way of experiencing Universal's behind-the-scenes magic and is sure to reach a whole new fan base as well."
The book details the 28-year history of Les Miserables the musical, as well as highlights each major cast member in the new film and showcases their musical performances with video clips from the movie. Some of the unique interactive features include the "Character Relationships" widget, which allows fans to see how each character is related to the others, and the timeline, which establishes key events in the course of this epic story that is told over 33 years.
Les Miserables: The Musical Phenomenon is available worldwide for free, exclusively on the iBookstore at iTunes.com/iBookstore. The "Les Miserables: Highlights from the Motion Picture Soundtrack" is also available on the iTunes Store at http://www.iTunes.com/LesMis.
About Les Miserables
Les Miserables is the motion-picture adaptation of the beloved global stage sensation seen by more than 60 million people in 42 countries and in 21 languages around the globe and still breaking box-office records everywhere in its 28(th) year. Helmed by The King's Speech's Academy Award(®)-winning director, Tom Hooper, the Working Title/Cameron Mackintosh production stars Hugh Jackman, Oscar(®) winner Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway, Amanda Seyfried, Eddie Redmayne, Aaron Tveit, Samantha Barks, with Helena Bonham Carter and Sacha Baron Cohen. http://www.lesmiserablesfilm.com
About Universal Pictures
Universal Pictures is a division of Universal Studios (http://www.universalstudios.com). Universal Studios is part of NBCUniversal. NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production and marketing of entertainment, news and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group and world-renowned theme parks. Comcast Corporation owns a controlling 51% interest in NBCUniversal, with GE holding a 49% stake.
About NBC Publishing
NBC Publishing is a division of NBCUniversal Media, LLC that focuses on developing digital publishing projects from content created within the NBCUniversal and Comcast family of properties, as well as publishing original works with outside authors and publishing partners.
About Bemis Balkind
Bemis Balkind draws on the heritage of their conceptual, iconic marketing solutions to develop the structural interfaces that carry marketing and entertainment content effectively for the connected consumer. Based in New York and Los Angeles, they have been creating memorable movie marketing campaigns since 1968 including Rosemary's Baby, Alien, Forrest Gump, Black Swan and Snow White and the Huntsman. The company is led by the legendary brand strategist Aubrey Balkind and film-marketing veteran Peter Bemis.
SOURCE Universal Pictures
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120110/LA33027LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Universal Pictures
CONTACT: Doug Neil, Universal Pictures, +1-818-777-6031, doug.neil@nbcuni.com
Web Site: http://www.lesmiserablesfilm.com
Universal Pictures Launches the Studio's First Multi-Touch Book Created with iBooks Author
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Pictures announced today the release of the free Multi-Touch book Les Miserables: The Musical Phenomenon, a digital companion to the highly anticipated musical epic Les Miserables, which hits theaters nationwide on Christmas Day. This represents Universal Pictures' first book created with iBooks Author, Apple's digital book creation app. Available exclusively on the iBookstore, Les Miserables: The Musical Phenomenon was created in partnership with NBCUniversal Digital Publishing and entertainment marketing company Bemis Balkind.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120110/LA33027LOGO)
Highlighting the timeless music, celebrated performers, intricate costumes and sweeping cinematography of the film, the book presents an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the artistry of Les Miserables. It includes exclusive interviews, photo galleries and video, musical performances, interactive timelines and more.
Doug Neil, senior vice president of digital marketing, Universal Pictures, stated: "We're thrilled to provide a digital experience for fans of Les Miserables that enhances the vision of the film's director, Tom Hooper. The interactivity of the digital book allows for an immersive experience, putting readers in the world of Les Miserables before they experience the phenomenon in theaters."
Curt Doty, who heads up the digital group at Bemis Balkind, added: "Our philosophy on building these new touchpoints is to create a beautiful, illustrated book and enhance it with content and Multi-Touch interactivity. We always want these to have a balance of the written word, amazing photography and compelling interactive content."
"We are very proud to be associated with this terrific project and to make it available to readers familiar with both the musical and Victor Hugo's classic story," said Michael Fabiano, vice-president and general manager of NBC Publishing. "This enhanced book is simply a great way of experiencing Universal's behind-the-scenes magic and is sure to reach a whole new fan base as well."
The book details the 28-year history of Les Miserables the musical, as well as highlights each major cast member in the new film and showcases their musical performances with video clips from the movie. Some of the unique interactive features include the "Character Relationships" widget, which allows fans to see how each character is related to the others, and the timeline, which establishes key events in the course of this epic story that is told over 33 years.
Les Miserables: The Musical Phenomenon is available worldwide for free, exclusively on the iBookstore at iTunes.com/iBookstore. The "Les Miserables: Highlights from the Motion Picture Soundtrack" is also available on the iTunes Store at http://www.iTunes.com/LesMis.
About Les Miserables
Les Miserables is the motion-picture adaptation of the beloved global stage sensation seen by more than 60 million people in 42 countries and in 21 languages around the globe and still breaking box-office records everywhere in its 28(th) year. Helmed by The King's Speech's Academy Award(®)-winning director, Tom Hooper, the Working Title/Cameron Mackintosh production stars Hugh Jackman, Oscar(®) winner Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway, Amanda Seyfried, Eddie Redmayne, Aaron Tveit, Samantha Barks, with Helena Bonham Carter and Sacha Baron Cohen. http://www.lesmiserablesfilm.com
About Universal Pictures
Universal Pictures is a division of Universal Studios (http://www.universalstudios.com). Universal Studios is part of NBCUniversal. NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production and marketing of entertainment, news and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group and world-renowned theme parks. Comcast Corporation owns a controlling 51% interest in NBCUniversal, with GE holding a 49% stake.
About NBC Publishing
NBC Publishing is a division of NBCUniversal Media, LLC that focuses on developing digital publishing projects from content created within the NBCUniversal and Comcast family of properties, as well as publishing original works with outside authors and publishing partners.
About Bemis Balkind
Bemis Balkind draws on the heritage of their conceptual, iconic marketing solutions to develop the structural interfaces that carry marketing and entertainment content effectively for the connected consumer. Based in New York and Los Angeles, they have been creating memorable movie marketing campaigns since 1968 including Rosemary's Baby, Alien, Forrest Gump, Black Swan and Snow White and the Huntsman. The company is led by the legendary brand strategist Aubrey Balkind and film-marketing veteran Peter Bemis.
SOURCE Universal Pictures
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120110/LA33027LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Universal Pictures
CONTACT: Doug Neil, Universal Pictures, +1-818-777-6031, doug.neil@nbcuni.com
Web Site: http://www.lesmiserablesfilm.com
Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Expands In The Greater Charleston, West Virginia, Area On Dec. 20
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 3:49:01 PM
Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Expands In The Greater Charleston, West Virginia, Area On Dec. 20
CHARLESTON, W.Va., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
WHO: Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network
WHAT: Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network is expanding in the Greater Charleston area on Dec. 20. Verizon Wireless customers in
portions of Boone and Kanawha counties will be able to experience the speed and capabilities offered by the nation's
largest 4G LTE network when the company expands the service tomorrow.
WHERE: The towns of Madison, Marmet, Chesapeake and Belle.
For street-level detail of coverage and more, please visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/4GLTE.
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012
BACKGROUND: Two years after its launch, the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network offers more 4G LTE coverage than all other competitors'
networks combined, with coverage currently available to more than 250 million people throughout the United States. On
Thursday, Dec. 20, the network will expand to offer 4G LTE service in 470 markets throughout the country.
"With our 4G LTE network, customers can take advantage of the speeds offered by our 4G LTE devices and the innovative
solutions that leverage 4G LTE technology to enhance connectivity," said Mark Frazier, president-Ohio/Pennsylvania/
West Virginia, Verizon Wireless. "We will continue aggressively expanding and enhancing our 4G LTE network in West
Virginia and across the country to provide our customers with the best wireless experience possible."
To learn more about the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network, please visit http://news.verizonwireless.com/news/2012/12/
verizon-wireless-4G-LTE-two-year-anniversary.html. For a full list of 4G LTE markets please visit
www.verizonwireless.com/lte.
For more news and stories specific to the Verizon Wireless Midwest Area
Visit and subscribe to our blog: http://vzwmidwestarea.com.
For Verizon Wireless Updates on Twitter
Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in West Virginia by following @VZWLaura on Twitter at http://twitter.com/vzwlaura. For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow @VZWNews on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNews.
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 96 million retail customers, including 90.4 million retail postpaid customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with more than 75,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.
SOURCE Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless
CONTACT: Laura Merritt, Verizon Wireless, +1-614-345-2300, laura.merritt@verizonwireless.com; Chris Hoffman, For Verizon Wireless, +1-513-271-7222 ext. 25, choffman@wordsworthweb.com
Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com
CHARLESTON, W.Va., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
WHO: Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network
WHAT: Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network is expanding in the Greater Charleston area on Dec. 20. Verizon Wireless customers in
portions of Boone and Kanawha counties will be able to experience the speed and capabilities offered by the nation's
largest 4G LTE network when the company expands the service tomorrow.
WHERE: The towns of Madison, Marmet, Chesapeake and Belle.
For street-level detail of coverage and more, please visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/4GLTE.
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012
BACKGROUND: Two years after its launch, the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network offers more 4G LTE coverage than all other competitors'
networks combined, with coverage currently available to more than 250 million people throughout the United States. On
Thursday, Dec. 20, the network will expand to offer 4G LTE service in 470 markets throughout the country.
"With our 4G LTE network, customers can take advantage of the speeds offered by our 4G LTE devices and the innovative
solutions that leverage 4G LTE technology to enhance connectivity," said Mark Frazier, president-Ohio/Pennsylvania/
West Virginia, Verizon Wireless. "We will continue aggressively expanding and enhancing our 4G LTE network in West
Virginia and across the country to provide our customers with the best wireless experience possible."
To learn more about the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network, please visit http://news.verizonwireless.com/news/2012/12/
verizon-wireless-4G-LTE-two-year-anniversary.html. For a full list of 4G LTE markets please visit
www.verizonwireless.com/lte.
For more news and stories specific to the Verizon Wireless Midwest Area
Visit and subscribe to our blog: http://vzwmidwestarea.com.
For Verizon Wireless Updates on Twitter
Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in West Virginia by following @VZWLaura on Twitter at http://twitter.com/vzwlaura. For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow @VZWNews on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNews.
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 96 million retail customers, including 90.4 million retail postpaid customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with more than 75,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.
SOURCE Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless
CONTACT: Laura Merritt, Verizon Wireless, +1-614-345-2300, laura.merritt@verizonwireless.com; Chris Hoffman, For Verizon Wireless, +1-513-271-7222 ext. 25, choffman@wordsworthweb.com
Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com
Command Investigations Launches New Brand with Suite of Techno-Savvy Applications
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 2:49:01 PM
Command Investigations Launches New Brand with Suite of Techno-Savvy Applications
LAKE MARY, Fla., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Command Investigations, LLC is a newly formed preferred provider of Surveillance, SIU and Anti-Fraud Programming to P&C carriers, self-insured entities and third-party administrators. The Command suite of investigative cost containment solutions includes surveillance, background checks, investigative canvasses, and special investigative unit (SIU) services.
The Command brand and the suite of technologically advanced applications are the brainchild of two veteran investigators, Steve Cassell and Rich Perri. The duo is no stranger to the world of investigations with nearly 40 years of experience providing excellent customer service to both local and national accounts.
Steve Cassell, President and CEO of Command Investigations said, "Command is not a traditional vendor, but rather a strategic resource and committed investigative partner. Through years of development, we have successfully blended the most sophisticated technology platforms with the finest staff to create a unique combination that leverages man, woman and machine."
Prior to Command Investigations, Cassell created RSight Investigations, Inc. in 1999, selling 10 years later to a Philadelphia-based venture capital company in July of 2009. RSight, Inc. was a licensed private investigative agency, which employed approximately 120 full-time employees --- and it's no coincidence the Vice President of Marketing was Rich Perri.
Perri, Command's Executive Vice President, said, "With new products like Claims Buzz(TM), Command is poised to see incredible growth. Claims Buzz(TM) is a flagship proprietary investigative platform that searches and examines the Web for relevant information pertaining to a subject's social media activities. This platform systematically filters and analyzes billions of publicly available records, accurately identifying social media, e-commerce and web exposures."
In addition to the new technology advances in social media and background investigations, Command offers a plethora of traditional investigative services covering surveillance, investigative canvasses, alive and well checks, field investigations and activity checks. Quick Check(TM), is a Command product that allows customers an exclusive on-line background investigation that can be run directly by the end user, with instant results and reporting.
Command Investigations offers several state accredited and approved CEU training courses. This training program and curriculum provides a highly interactive atmosphere, promoting group involvement and spontaneous interaction with intense video and graphics.
For more information on Command Investigations and their suite of certified services and applications or CEU training, call 800.217.2464 or visit http://www.gocommand.com.
SOURCE Command Investigations, LLC
Command Investigations, LLC
CONTACT: Eric Polins, Agency of Record: HCP, +1-813-318-0565 ext. 216, epolins@hcpassociates.com
Web Site: http://www.gocommand.com
LAKE MARY, Fla., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Command Investigations, LLC is a newly formed preferred provider of Surveillance, SIU and Anti-Fraud Programming to P&C carriers, self-insured entities and third-party administrators. The Command suite of investigative cost containment solutions includes surveillance, background checks, investigative canvasses, and special investigative unit (SIU) services.
The Command brand and the suite of technologically advanced applications are the brainchild of two veteran investigators, Steve Cassell and Rich Perri. The duo is no stranger to the world of investigations with nearly 40 years of experience providing excellent customer service to both local and national accounts.
Steve Cassell, President and CEO of Command Investigations said, "Command is not a traditional vendor, but rather a strategic resource and committed investigative partner. Through years of development, we have successfully blended the most sophisticated technology platforms with the finest staff to create a unique combination that leverages man, woman and machine."
Prior to Command Investigations, Cassell created RSight Investigations, Inc. in 1999, selling 10 years later to a Philadelphia-based venture capital company in July of 2009. RSight, Inc. was a licensed private investigative agency, which employed approximately 120 full-time employees --- and it's no coincidence the Vice President of Marketing was Rich Perri.
Perri, Command's Executive Vice President, said, "With new products like Claims Buzz(TM), Command is poised to see incredible growth. Claims Buzz(TM) is a flagship proprietary investigative platform that searches and examines the Web for relevant information pertaining to a subject's social media activities. This platform systematically filters and analyzes billions of publicly available records, accurately identifying social media, e-commerce and web exposures."
In addition to the new technology advances in social media and background investigations, Command offers a plethora of traditional investigative services covering surveillance, investigative canvasses, alive and well checks, field investigations and activity checks. Quick Check(TM), is a Command product that allows customers an exclusive on-line background investigation that can be run directly by the end user, with instant results and reporting.
Command Investigations offers several state accredited and approved CEU training courses. This training program and curriculum provides a highly interactive atmosphere, promoting group involvement and spontaneous interaction with intense video and graphics.
For more information on Command Investigations and their suite of certified services and applications or CEU training, call 800.217.2464 or visit http://www.gocommand.com.
SOURCE Command Investigations, LLC
Command Investigations, LLC
CONTACT: Eric Polins, Agency of Record: HCP, +1-813-318-0565 ext. 216, epolins@hcpassociates.com
Web Site: http://www.gocommand.com
Toyota's 2013 Avalon to Offer World's First Application of Qi Wireless In-Car Charging
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 2:35:01 PM
Toyota's 2013 Avalon to Offer World's First Application of Qi Wireless In-Car Charging
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2013 Toyota Avalon Limited will be the first vehicle available in the world that offers in-console Qi wireless charging for Qi-enabled mobile phones and devices as part of a Technology Package, available for both the gasoline and hybrid version of the new Avalon Limited, which also includes Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Automatic High beams and a Pre-Collision System.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/LA32071-a)
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/LA32071-b)
Qi is the global standard for wireless power and charging. With Qi, devices can be charged just by placing them on, or near, any Qi-enabled surface. Any Qi-enabled device works with any Qi charger, regardless of brand or manufacturer.
The Avalon's wireless charging pad is integrated into the ebin® lid situated in vehicle's center console. The system can be enabled by a switch beneath the lid, and charging is as simple as placing the phone upon the lid's high-friction surface.
Supplied by DENSO, the Avalon's wireless charging system relies on technology developed by ConvenientPower and Philips Lite-on Digital Solution (PLDS), and it will elevate the high technology experience of the new Avalon sedan.
"Pioneering the ability to charge with no wires or connectors by simply putting devices in the car console is an intuitive innovation which reflects Toyota's continuing commitment to improve the consumer experience," said Randy Stephens, Chief Engineer of Toyota Avalon. "We see wireless charging as an important feature that helps enhance the high-technology theme and consumer interface offered by Avalon Limited which is already equipped with three TFT color screens and Intellitouch(TM) controls."
Qi wireless charging is now integrated in 34 mobile phone models, including recent launches of the LG Google Nexus 4, Nokia Lumia 920, HTC Windows Phone 8X. Qi-certified products range from smartphones to charging pads, gaming controllers, Blu-ray Disc recorders, smartphone docking speakers, automobile phone chargers, alarm clocks and battery packs, to charging modules that can be installed in tabletops and furniture.
The new dramatically-styled 2013 Avalon arrived in showrooms the beginning of December. This new Toyota flagship sedan features improved dynamics, an athletic exterior design, and a modern yet elegant interior that surrounds occupants with premium materials and a high level of craftsmanship. This latest Avalon is also the first available with Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive that offers a combined EPA-rating of 40 mpg.
SOURCE Toyota
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/LA32071-a
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/LA32071-b
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Toyota
CONTACT: Toyota Division Communications, Greg Thome, +1-310-468-3279, greg_thome@toyota.com, or Moe Durand, +1-310-468-1601, maurice_durand@toyota.com
Web Site: http://www.toyota.com
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2013 Toyota Avalon Limited will be the first vehicle available in the world that offers in-console Qi wireless charging for Qi-enabled mobile phones and devices as part of a Technology Package, available for both the gasoline and hybrid version of the new Avalon Limited, which also includes Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Automatic High beams and a Pre-Collision System.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/LA32071-a)
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/LA32071-b)
Qi is the global standard for wireless power and charging. With Qi, devices can be charged just by placing them on, or near, any Qi-enabled surface. Any Qi-enabled device works with any Qi charger, regardless of brand or manufacturer.
The Avalon's wireless charging pad is integrated into the ebin® lid situated in vehicle's center console. The system can be enabled by a switch beneath the lid, and charging is as simple as placing the phone upon the lid's high-friction surface.
Supplied by DENSO, the Avalon's wireless charging system relies on technology developed by ConvenientPower and Philips Lite-on Digital Solution (PLDS), and it will elevate the high technology experience of the new Avalon sedan.
"Pioneering the ability to charge with no wires or connectors by simply putting devices in the car console is an intuitive innovation which reflects Toyota's continuing commitment to improve the consumer experience," said Randy Stephens, Chief Engineer of Toyota Avalon. "We see wireless charging as an important feature that helps enhance the high-technology theme and consumer interface offered by Avalon Limited which is already equipped with three TFT color screens and Intellitouch(TM) controls."
Qi wireless charging is now integrated in 34 mobile phone models, including recent launches of the LG Google Nexus 4, Nokia Lumia 920, HTC Windows Phone 8X. Qi-certified products range from smartphones to charging pads, gaming controllers, Blu-ray Disc recorders, smartphone docking speakers, automobile phone chargers, alarm clocks and battery packs, to charging modules that can be installed in tabletops and furniture.
The new dramatically-styled 2013 Avalon arrived in showrooms the beginning of December. This new Toyota flagship sedan features improved dynamics, an athletic exterior design, and a modern yet elegant interior that surrounds occupants with premium materials and a high level of craftsmanship. This latest Avalon is also the first available with Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive that offers a combined EPA-rating of 40 mpg.
SOURCE Toyota
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/LA32071-a
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/LA32071-b
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Toyota
CONTACT: Toyota Division Communications, Greg Thome, +1-310-468-3279, greg_thome@toyota.com, or Moe Durand, +1-310-468-1601, maurice_durand@toyota.com
Web Site: http://www.toyota.com
Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Expands in the Tri-State Area, on Dec. 20
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 2:07:01 PM
Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Expands in the Tri-State Area, on Dec. 20
HUNTINGTON, W.Va., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
WHO: Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network
WHAT: Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network is expanding in the Tri-State area on Dec. 20. Verizon Wireless customers in portions
of Kentucky including Ashland, Russell and Flatwoods; Franklin Furnace, Ohio; and Wayne, West Virginia will be able to
experience the speed and capabilities offered by the nation's largest 4G LTE network when the company expands the
service tomorrow.
WHERE: Ashland, Russell and Flatwoods, Kentucky; Franklin Furnace, Ohio; and Wayne, West Virginia.
For street-level detail of coverage and more, please visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/4GLTE.
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012
BACKGROUND: Two years after its launch, the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network offers more 4G LTE coverage than all other competitors'
networks combined, with coverage currently available to more than 250 million people throughout the United States. On
Thursday, Dec. 20, the network will expand to offer 4G LTE service in 470 markets throughout the country.
"With our 4G LTE network, customers can take advantage of the speeds offered by our 4G LTE devices and the innovative
solutions that leverage 4G LTE technology to enhance connectivity," said Mark Frazier, president-Ohio/Pennsylvania/
West Virginia, Verizon Wireless. "We will continue aggressively expanding and enhancing our 4G LTE network in the Tri-
State area and across the country to provide our customers with the best wireless experience possible."
To learn more about the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network, please visit http://news.verizonwireless.com/news/2012/12/
verizon-wireless-4G-LTE-two-year-anniversary.html. For a full list of 4G LTE markets please visit
www.verizonwireless.com/lte.
For more news and stories specific to the Verizon Wireless Midwest Area
Visit and subscribe to our blog: http://vzwmidwestarea.com.
For Verizon Wireless Updates on Twitter
Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in West Virginia by following @VZWLaura on Twitter at http://twitter.com/vzwlaura. For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow @VZWNews on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNews.
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 96 million retail customers, including 90.4 million retail postpaid customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with more than 75,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.
SOURCE Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless
CONTACT: Laura Merritt, Verizon Wireless, +1-614-345-2300, laura.merritt@verizonwireless.com; Chris Hoffman, For Verizon Wireless, +1-513-271-7222 ext. 25, choffman@wordsworthweb.com
Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com
HUNTINGTON, W.Va., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
WHO: Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network
WHAT: Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network is expanding in the Tri-State area on Dec. 20. Verizon Wireless customers in portions
of Kentucky including Ashland, Russell and Flatwoods; Franklin Furnace, Ohio; and Wayne, West Virginia will be able to
experience the speed and capabilities offered by the nation's largest 4G LTE network when the company expands the
service tomorrow.
WHERE: Ashland, Russell and Flatwoods, Kentucky; Franklin Furnace, Ohio; and Wayne, West Virginia.
For street-level detail of coverage and more, please visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/4GLTE.
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012
BACKGROUND: Two years after its launch, the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network offers more 4G LTE coverage than all other competitors'
networks combined, with coverage currently available to more than 250 million people throughout the United States. On
Thursday, Dec. 20, the network will expand to offer 4G LTE service in 470 markets throughout the country.
"With our 4G LTE network, customers can take advantage of the speeds offered by our 4G LTE devices and the innovative
solutions that leverage 4G LTE technology to enhance connectivity," said Mark Frazier, president-Ohio/Pennsylvania/
West Virginia, Verizon Wireless. "We will continue aggressively expanding and enhancing our 4G LTE network in the Tri-
State area and across the country to provide our customers with the best wireless experience possible."
To learn more about the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network, please visit http://news.verizonwireless.com/news/2012/12/
verizon-wireless-4G-LTE-two-year-anniversary.html. For a full list of 4G LTE markets please visit
www.verizonwireless.com/lte.
For more news and stories specific to the Verizon Wireless Midwest Area
Visit and subscribe to our blog: http://vzwmidwestarea.com.
For Verizon Wireless Updates on Twitter
Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in West Virginia by following @VZWLaura on Twitter at http://twitter.com/vzwlaura. For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow @VZWNews on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNews.
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 96 million retail customers, including 90.4 million retail postpaid customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with more than 75,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.
SOURCE Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless
CONTACT: Laura Merritt, Verizon Wireless, +1-614-345-2300, laura.merritt@verizonwireless.com; Chris Hoffman, For Verizon Wireless, +1-513-271-7222 ext. 25, choffman@wordsworthweb.com
Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com
New Media Expo Keynote To Be Debut Episode of Web Series Inventing the Future
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 2:07:01 PM
New Media Expo Keynote To Be Debut Episode of Web Series Inventing the Future
Premiere episode of interactive show to be filmed live in front of New Media Expo and BusinessNext Social audience of bloggers, podcasters, web video creators and social business thought leaders
LAS VEGAS, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- New Media event producer BlogWorld announced today that Inventing the Future, the new program from media visionary Robert Tercek, will be a highlighted keynote session of its 2013 New Media Expo and BusinessNext Social in Las Vegas on January 8, 2013. The debut episode of the show will be filmed live on stage, marking the first time in history that a closing keynote has been a live television show.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121206/LA25615LOGO)
The show's first episode will be filmed live in front of thousands of new media content creators and thought leaders in marketing, mobile, social and web technology. Tercek and his partner Barry Krause, CEO and Founder of Suite Partners, Inc. and its LiveLab Network, will transport the entire set for Inventing the Future across country from Chicago for the event.
BlogWorld CEO Rick Calvert is thrilled with this pairing. "We're so honored that Inventing the Future has selected New Media Expo and BusinessNext Social for its premiere episode. This a great example of what our conferences are all about: the marriage of new media content and digital commerce to create a rich, interactive entertainment experience for audiences and marketers that want to reach a highly engaged audience."
Unlike any program before it, Inventing the Future will converge live experiential and social media interaction with real time optimization to delve deeply into what's next after what's next. "Inventing the Future is not exactly a TV show," said Robert Tercek. "Think of it more like an example of what comes next after TV. It's a show that is designed, from the ground up, to incorporate social media, gaming, and live interactive features that will give the audience a meaningful way to participate."
New Media Expo and BusinessNext Social take place concurrently January 6-8, 2013 at Las Vegas's Rio Conference Center. Other announced speakers include UFC President Dana White, author and entrepreneur Guy Kawasaki, social media investors Tyler & Cameron Winkelvoss, and over 150 other thought leaders from new media, IT, PR, marketing, and social media. To register, click here.
New Media Expo is sponsored by premium brands including: Ford Motor Company, LiveLab, BlackBerry, .ME, Group High, Guinness Black Lager, WeCare, WordPress, U.S. Army, Overblog, Technorati, Simul-TV, Gunnar Optiks, TechZulu, SAG/AFTRA, Social Radius, Ustream, PR Newswire, NewTek, Stickam and more.
About BusinessNext Social and New Media Expo (NMX)
BusinessNext Social is the world's premier social business conference for business owners, marketing executives and online entrepreneurs. Attendees learn how to effectively use social media, content and mobile marketing, and social analytics to reach new customers, build online communities around their brands and grow their businesses on the social web with best strategies and marketing practices imparted by social media thought leaders and business icons. Leveraging blogs, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Instagram, Facebook and more, plus the newest cutting-edge social platforms for business, will be discussed in presentations by social business experts, icons and influencers.
New Media Expo (NMX), formerly BlogWorld & New Media Expo, is the first and only industry-wide tradeshow, conference and media event geared specifically for content creators including Bloggers, Podcasters, Web TV & Video seriesproducers, and is dedicated to promoting the dynamic industry of new media. Thousands of leading content creators, representing more than 50 countries, come to network and learn about Content Creation, Distribution, Monetization and Social Media Marketing strategies, including step-by-step techniques and leading-edge tools from the most successful and influential new media pros. Additionally, NMX features a resource-packed trade show, the industry's only comprehensive new media exhibition for finding solutions and making important new media technology, service and product purchase decisions.
Exhibiting and Sponsorship Inquiries:
Patti Hosking - patti@blogworldexpo.com
(858) 309-4747 ext. 109
Press Contact:
Shawn Roberts , TallGrass Public Relations
(415) 305-6456
SOURCE BlogWorld & New Media Expo
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121206/LA25615LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
BlogWorld & New Media Expo
Premiere episode of interactive show to be filmed live in front of New Media Expo and BusinessNext Social audience of bloggers, podcasters, web video creators and social business thought leaders
LAS VEGAS, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- New Media event producer BlogWorld announced today that Inventing the Future, the new program from media visionary Robert Tercek, will be a highlighted keynote session of its 2013 New Media Expo and BusinessNext Social in Las Vegas on January 8, 2013. The debut episode of the show will be filmed live on stage, marking the first time in history that a closing keynote has been a live television show.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121206/LA25615LOGO)
The show's first episode will be filmed live in front of thousands of new media content creators and thought leaders in marketing, mobile, social and web technology. Tercek and his partner Barry Krause, CEO and Founder of Suite Partners, Inc. and its LiveLab Network, will transport the entire set for Inventing the Future across country from Chicago for the event.
BlogWorld CEO Rick Calvert is thrilled with this pairing. "We're so honored that Inventing the Future has selected New Media Expo and BusinessNext Social for its premiere episode. This a great example of what our conferences are all about: the marriage of new media content and digital commerce to create a rich, interactive entertainment experience for audiences and marketers that want to reach a highly engaged audience."
Unlike any program before it, Inventing the Future will converge live experiential and social media interaction with real time optimization to delve deeply into what's next after what's next. "Inventing the Future is not exactly a TV show," said Robert Tercek. "Think of it more like an example of what comes next after TV. It's a show that is designed, from the ground up, to incorporate social media, gaming, and live interactive features that will give the audience a meaningful way to participate."
New Media Expo and BusinessNext Social take place concurrently January 6-8, 2013 at Las Vegas's Rio Conference Center. Other announced speakers include UFC President Dana White, author and entrepreneur Guy Kawasaki, social media investors Tyler & Cameron Winkelvoss, and over 150 other thought leaders from new media, IT, PR, marketing, and social media. To register, click here.
New Media Expo is sponsored by premium brands including: Ford Motor Company, LiveLab, BlackBerry, .ME, Group High, Guinness Black Lager, WeCare, WordPress, U.S. Army, Overblog, Technorati, Simul-TV, Gunnar Optiks, TechZulu, SAG/AFTRA, Social Radius, Ustream, PR Newswire, NewTek, Stickam and more.
About BusinessNext Social and New Media Expo (NMX)
BusinessNext Social is the world's premier social business conference for business owners, marketing executives and online entrepreneurs. Attendees learn how to effectively use social media, content and mobile marketing, and social analytics to reach new customers, build online communities around their brands and grow their businesses on the social web with best strategies and marketing practices imparted by social media thought leaders and business icons. Leveraging blogs, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Instagram, Facebook and more, plus the newest cutting-edge social platforms for business, will be discussed in presentations by social business experts, icons and influencers.
New Media Expo (NMX), formerly BlogWorld & New Media Expo, is the first and only industry-wide tradeshow, conference and media event geared specifically for content creators including Bloggers, Podcasters, Web TV & Video seriesproducers, and is dedicated to promoting the dynamic industry of new media. Thousands of leading content creators, representing more than 50 countries, come to network and learn about Content Creation, Distribution, Monetization and Social Media Marketing strategies, including step-by-step techniques and leading-edge tools from the most successful and influential new media pros. Additionally, NMX features a resource-packed trade show, the industry's only comprehensive new media exhibition for finding solutions and making important new media technology, service and product purchase decisions.
Exhibiting and Sponsorship Inquiries:
Patti Hosking - patti@blogworldexpo.com
(858) 309-4747 ext. 109
Press Contact:
Shawn Roberts , TallGrass Public Relations
(415) 305-6456
SOURCE BlogWorld & New Media Expo
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121206/LA25615LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
BlogWorld & New Media Expo
Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Expands In The Greater Cleveland/Akron Area, On Dec. 20
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 1:49:01 PM
Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Expands In The Greater Cleveland/Akron Area, On Dec. 20
CLEVELAND, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
WHO: Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network
WHAT: Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network is expanding in the greater Cleveland/Akron area on Dec. 20. Verizon Wireless
customers in more portions of Cuyahoga, Lorain, Geauga and Portage counties will be able to experience the speed and
capabilities offered by the nation's largest 4G LTE network when the company expands the service tomorrow.
WHERE: Along the lakefront from Vermillion in the west to Geneva-on-the-Lake in the east; east of Chardon; the villages of
Burton and Middlefield, east of Solon; and, the villages of Hiram, Garrettsville and Windham, east of Streetsboro.
For street-level detail of coverage and more, please visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/4GLTE.
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012
BACKGROUND: Two years after its launch, the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network offers more 4G LTE coverage than all other competitors'
networks combined, with coverage currently available to more than 250 million people throughout the United States. On
Thursday, Dec. 20, the network will expand to offer 4G LTE service in 470 markets throughout the country.
"With our 4G LTE network, customers can take advantage of the speeds offered by our 4G LTE devices and the innovative
solutions that leverage 4G LTE technology to enhance connectivity," said Mark Frazier, president-Ohio/Pennsylvania/
West Virginia,Verizon Wireless. "We will continue aggressively expanding and enhancing our 4G LTE network in Ohio and
across the country to provide our customers with the best wireless experience possible."
To learn more about the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network, please visit http://news.verizonwireless.com/news/2012/12/
verizon-wireless-4G-LTE-two-year-anniversary.html. For a full list of 4G LTE markets please visit
www.verizonwireless.com/lte.
For more news and stories specific to the Verizon Wireless Midwest Area
Visit and subscribe to our blog: http://vzwmidwestarea.com/.
For Verizon Wireless Updates on Twitter
Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in Ohio by following @VZWLaura on Twitter at http://twitter.com/vzwlaura. For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow @VZWNews on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNews.
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 96 million retail customers, including 90.4 million retail postpaid customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with more than 75,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.
SOURCE Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless
CONTACT: Laura Merritt, Verizon Wireless, +1-614-345-2300, laura.merritt@verizonwireless.com; or Lauren Vogel, For Verizon Wireless, +1-513-271-7222 ext. 11, lvogel@wordsworthweb.com
Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com
CLEVELAND, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
WHO: Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network
WHAT: Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network is expanding in the greater Cleveland/Akron area on Dec. 20. Verizon Wireless
customers in more portions of Cuyahoga, Lorain, Geauga and Portage counties will be able to experience the speed and
capabilities offered by the nation's largest 4G LTE network when the company expands the service tomorrow.
WHERE: Along the lakefront from Vermillion in the west to Geneva-on-the-Lake in the east; east of Chardon; the villages of
Burton and Middlefield, east of Solon; and, the villages of Hiram, Garrettsville and Windham, east of Streetsboro.
For street-level detail of coverage and more, please visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/4GLTE.
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012
BACKGROUND: Two years after its launch, the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network offers more 4G LTE coverage than all other competitors'
networks combined, with coverage currently available to more than 250 million people throughout the United States. On
Thursday, Dec. 20, the network will expand to offer 4G LTE service in 470 markets throughout the country.
"With our 4G LTE network, customers can take advantage of the speeds offered by our 4G LTE devices and the innovative
solutions that leverage 4G LTE technology to enhance connectivity," said Mark Frazier, president-Ohio/Pennsylvania/
West Virginia,Verizon Wireless. "We will continue aggressively expanding and enhancing our 4G LTE network in Ohio and
across the country to provide our customers with the best wireless experience possible."
To learn more about the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network, please visit http://news.verizonwireless.com/news/2012/12/
verizon-wireless-4G-LTE-two-year-anniversary.html. For a full list of 4G LTE markets please visit
www.verizonwireless.com/lte.
For more news and stories specific to the Verizon Wireless Midwest Area
Visit and subscribe to our blog: http://vzwmidwestarea.com/.
For Verizon Wireless Updates on Twitter
Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in Ohio by following @VZWLaura on Twitter at http://twitter.com/vzwlaura. For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow @VZWNews on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNews.
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 96 million retail customers, including 90.4 million retail postpaid customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with more than 75,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.
SOURCE Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless
CONTACT: Laura Merritt, Verizon Wireless, +1-614-345-2300, laura.merritt@verizonwireless.com; or Lauren Vogel, For Verizon Wireless, +1-513-271-7222 ext. 11, lvogel@wordsworthweb.com
Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com
Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Expands In The Toledo, Ohio Area, On Dec. 20
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 1:42:01 PM
Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Expands In The Toledo, Ohio Area, On Dec. 20
TOLEDO, Ohio, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
WHO: Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network
WHAT: Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network is expanding in the Toledo area on Dec. 20. Verizon Wireless customers in portions of
Lucas, Fulton and Williams counties will be able to experience the speed and capabilities offered by the nation's
largest 4G LTE network when the company expands the service tomorrow.
WHERE: The northwestern portion of Lucas County; Wauseon and the village of Delta in Fulton County; and the village of Stryker
in Williams County.
For street-level detail of coverage and more, please visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/4GLTE.
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012
BACKGROUND: Two years after its launch, the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network offers more 4G LTE coverage than all other competitors'
networks combined, with coverage currently available to more than 250 million people throughout the United States. On
Thursday, Dec. 20, the network will expand to offer 4G LTE service in 470 markets throughout the country.
"With our 4G LTE network, customers can take advantage of the speeds offered by our 4G LTE devices and the innovative
solutions that leverage 4G LTE technology to enhance connectivity," said Mark Frazier, president-Ohio/Pennsylvania/
West Virginia, Verizon Wireless. "We will continue aggressively expanding and enhancing our 4G LTE network in Ohio and
across the country to provide our customers with the best wireless experience possible."
To learn more about the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network, please visit http://news.verizonwireless.com/news/2012/12/
verizon-wireless-4G-LTE-two-year-anniversary.html. For a full list of 4G LTE markets please visit
www.verizonwireless.com/lte.
For more news and stories specific to the Verizon Wireless Midwest Area
Visit and subscribe to our blog: http://vzwmidwestarea.com.
For Verizon Wireless Updates on Twitter
Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in Ohio by following @VZWLaura on Twitter at http://twitter.com/vzwlaura. For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow @VZWNews on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNews.
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 96 million retail customers, including 90.4 million retail postpaid customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with more than 75,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.
SOURCE Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless
CONTACT: Laura Merritt, Verizon Wireless, +1-614-345-2300, laura.merritt@verizonwireless.com; Stephanie Vermillion, For Verizon Wireless, +1-513-271-7222 ext. 26, svermillion@wordsworthweb.com
Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com
TOLEDO, Ohio, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
WHO: Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network
WHAT: Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network is expanding in the Toledo area on Dec. 20. Verizon Wireless customers in portions of
Lucas, Fulton and Williams counties will be able to experience the speed and capabilities offered by the nation's
largest 4G LTE network when the company expands the service tomorrow.
WHERE: The northwestern portion of Lucas County; Wauseon and the village of Delta in Fulton County; and the village of Stryker
in Williams County.
For street-level detail of coverage and more, please visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/4GLTE.
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012
BACKGROUND: Two years after its launch, the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network offers more 4G LTE coverage than all other competitors'
networks combined, with coverage currently available to more than 250 million people throughout the United States. On
Thursday, Dec. 20, the network will expand to offer 4G LTE service in 470 markets throughout the country.
"With our 4G LTE network, customers can take advantage of the speeds offered by our 4G LTE devices and the innovative
solutions that leverage 4G LTE technology to enhance connectivity," said Mark Frazier, president-Ohio/Pennsylvania/
West Virginia, Verizon Wireless. "We will continue aggressively expanding and enhancing our 4G LTE network in Ohio and
across the country to provide our customers with the best wireless experience possible."
To learn more about the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network, please visit http://news.verizonwireless.com/news/2012/12/
verizon-wireless-4G-LTE-two-year-anniversary.html. For a full list of 4G LTE markets please visit
www.verizonwireless.com/lte.
For more news and stories specific to the Verizon Wireless Midwest Area
Visit and subscribe to our blog: http://vzwmidwestarea.com.
For Verizon Wireless Updates on Twitter
Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in Ohio by following @VZWLaura on Twitter at http://twitter.com/vzwlaura. For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow @VZWNews on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNews.
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 96 million retail customers, including 90.4 million retail postpaid customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with more than 75,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.
SOURCE Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless
CONTACT: Laura Merritt, Verizon Wireless, +1-614-345-2300, laura.merritt@verizonwireless.com; Stephanie Vermillion, For Verizon Wireless, +1-513-271-7222 ext. 26, svermillion@wordsworthweb.com
Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com
=?ISO-8859-1?Q?Jeep=AE_Brand_Launches_'Jeep_X_Game?= =?ISO-8859-1?Q?s_Avalanche_Scramble'_Sweepstakes?=
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 1:07:01 PM
Jeep® Brand Launches 'Jeep X Games Avalanche Scramble' Sweepstakes
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
-- Grand prize winner will receive a new 2013 Jeep® Wrangler Rubicon 10th
Anniversary Edition
-- Three sweepstakes contestants will attend the 'X Games Aspen 2013' held
January 23 - 27 in Aspen, Colo.
-- Participants can enter the 'Jeep X Games Avalanche Scramble' via the
Jeep Brand's Facebook page
Beginning Wednesday, Dec. 19, the Jeep® brand will kick off the "Jeep X Games Avalanche Scramble" sweepstakes on the Jeep Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/jeep), giving one lucky fan a chance to come home from the "X Games Aspen 2013" with a new 2013 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/DE32474 )
Three sweepstakes participants will be randomly selected to attend the X Games Aspen 2013 and on Friday, Jan. 25, will participate in Jeep brand giveaway event. During the event, each attendee will be given a prize key and will be asked to start the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon. The contestant with the correct key that starts the vehicle will be awarded the 2013 Jeep® Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition. The sweepstakes runs through Tuesday, Jan. 1.
"The 2013 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition was designed as a tribute to the Jeep brand's most passionate enthusiasts and X Games Aspen 2013 is the perfect event for our Jeep fans to take home one of their very own," said Mike Manley, President and CEO - Jeep Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. "The passion and high-level capability that the athletes' exhibit during the X Games Aspen exemplifies what the Jeep brand is all about."
How to enter the sweepstakes:
-- Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/jeep) - "Like" the brand and visit the
sweepstakes page to submit a registration form and play the Jeep X Games
Avalanche Scramble game to receive entrance into the sweepstakes.
Participants can return each day to re-enter, allowing them to earn up
to 16 total entries. Entries are limited to one person per Facebook ID
per day.
For more information and complete sweepstakes rules visit http://www.facebook.com/jeep
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition
Available as a two-door Wrangler or four-door Wrangler Unlimited, the Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition is the most capable Wrangler ever produced. Based on the Rubicon model, it comes standard with a six-speed manual or available five-speed automatic transmission mated to a Pentastar 3.6-liter V-6 engine producing 285 horsepower and 260 ft.-lbs. of torque. The Jeep part-time four-wheel-drive system has electronic-locking front and rear Dana 44 axles that receive power through a Rock-Trac transfer case with a "4-Low" ratio of 4:1. A 4.10 axle ratio front and rear is also standard as are Tru-Lok locking differentials. With a six-speed manual transmission, the Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition has an impressive crawl ratio of 73.1:1 that makes it a breeze to negotiate any obstacle.
The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition has many exclusive features that make it distinctive, as well as the most off-road capable Wrangler in history. A one-half inch increase in ride height versus the standard Rubicon model provides the BF Goodrich KM2 265/70R17 tires more room to claw at rugged terrain. The tires are mounted on 17-inch Rubicon aluminum wheels painted satin black with polished faces.
Black front and rear steel off-road bumpers toughen up the exterior, with the front bumper featuring removable end caps and a winch-capable design. These removable end caps help the Wrangler climb obstacles without hindrance, and reduce the damage potential to the bumper system. A dual-intake Power Dome hood helps aid in engine cooling and gives Wrangler a more menacing appearance. Red tow hooks adorn the front and rear, and Mopar rock rails give added protection from trail damage. Mopar also supplies the black fuel filler door and tail lamp guards. "10th Anniversary" badging on the fenders and a red-silhouette "Rubicon" decal on the sides of the hood add the finishing touches on the exterior.
The Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition comes standard with a Premium Sunrider soft top and is available with a black three-piece Freedom hard top or body-color hard top. Available exterior colors for the Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition are Black, Billet Silver, White and 10th Anniversary Edition-exclusive Anvil.
The interior has many special touches as well. Striking red leather seats with "Rubicon 10th Anniversary" embroidered into the front seat backs grab attention at first glance. Red stitching adorns the leather-wrapped steering wheel and the center console. A unique gauge cluster features a "10th Anniversary" signature and also features a premium Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) with various read-outs such as oil pressure, oil temperature and tire pressure. The passenger grab handle includes a "Rubicon 10th Anniversary" badge and features Quick Silver accents that are also found on the vent rings, steering wheel spokes and door pulls.
Final design touches include Mopar slush mats and a plaque mounted in the dash tray that features the vehicle's technical data, such as axle type, tire size, transfer case crawl ratio and manufacturer location.
About the Jeep Brand
Built on more than 70 years of legendary heritage, Jeep is the authentic SUV with class-leading capability, craftsmanship and versatility for people who seek extraordinary journeys. The Jeep brand delivers an open invitation to live life to the fullest by offering a full line of vehicles that continue to provide owners with a sense of security to handle any journey with confidence.
The Jeep vehicle lineup consists of the Compass, Grand Cherokee, Liberty, Patriot, Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited. To meet consumer demand around the world, all six Jeep models are sold outside North America - and all are available in right-hand drive versions and with gasoline and diesel powertrain options. Chrysler Group LLC sells and services vehicles in approximately 120 countries around the world.
SOURCE Chrysler Group LLC
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/DE32474
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Chrysler Group LLC
CONTACT: Alyse Tadajewski, +1-248-512-1446 (office), AT684@chrysler.com
Web Site: http://www.chryslergroupllc.com
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
-- Grand prize winner will receive a new 2013 Jeep® Wrangler Rubicon 10th
Anniversary Edition
-- Three sweepstakes contestants will attend the 'X Games Aspen 2013' held
January 23 - 27 in Aspen, Colo.
-- Participants can enter the 'Jeep X Games Avalanche Scramble' via the
Jeep Brand's Facebook page
Beginning Wednesday, Dec. 19, the Jeep® brand will kick off the "Jeep X Games Avalanche Scramble" sweepstakes on the Jeep Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/jeep), giving one lucky fan a chance to come home from the "X Games Aspen 2013" with a new 2013 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/DE32474 )
Three sweepstakes participants will be randomly selected to attend the X Games Aspen 2013 and on Friday, Jan. 25, will participate in Jeep brand giveaway event. During the event, each attendee will be given a prize key and will be asked to start the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon. The contestant with the correct key that starts the vehicle will be awarded the 2013 Jeep® Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition. The sweepstakes runs through Tuesday, Jan. 1.
"The 2013 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition was designed as a tribute to the Jeep brand's most passionate enthusiasts and X Games Aspen 2013 is the perfect event for our Jeep fans to take home one of their very own," said Mike Manley, President and CEO - Jeep Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. "The passion and high-level capability that the athletes' exhibit during the X Games Aspen exemplifies what the Jeep brand is all about."
How to enter the sweepstakes:
-- Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/jeep) - "Like" the brand and visit the
sweepstakes page to submit a registration form and play the Jeep X Games
Avalanche Scramble game to receive entrance into the sweepstakes.
Participants can return each day to re-enter, allowing them to earn up
to 16 total entries. Entries are limited to one person per Facebook ID
per day.
For more information and complete sweepstakes rules visit http://www.facebook.com/jeep
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition
Available as a two-door Wrangler or four-door Wrangler Unlimited, the Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition is the most capable Wrangler ever produced. Based on the Rubicon model, it comes standard with a six-speed manual or available five-speed automatic transmission mated to a Pentastar 3.6-liter V-6 engine producing 285 horsepower and 260 ft.-lbs. of torque. The Jeep part-time four-wheel-drive system has electronic-locking front and rear Dana 44 axles that receive power through a Rock-Trac transfer case with a "4-Low" ratio of 4:1. A 4.10 axle ratio front and rear is also standard as are Tru-Lok locking differentials. With a six-speed manual transmission, the Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition has an impressive crawl ratio of 73.1:1 that makes it a breeze to negotiate any obstacle.
The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition has many exclusive features that make it distinctive, as well as the most off-road capable Wrangler in history. A one-half inch increase in ride height versus the standard Rubicon model provides the BF Goodrich KM2 265/70R17 tires more room to claw at rugged terrain. The tires are mounted on 17-inch Rubicon aluminum wheels painted satin black with polished faces.
Black front and rear steel off-road bumpers toughen up the exterior, with the front bumper featuring removable end caps and a winch-capable design. These removable end caps help the Wrangler climb obstacles without hindrance, and reduce the damage potential to the bumper system. A dual-intake Power Dome hood helps aid in engine cooling and gives Wrangler a more menacing appearance. Red tow hooks adorn the front and rear, and Mopar rock rails give added protection from trail damage. Mopar also supplies the black fuel filler door and tail lamp guards. "10th Anniversary" badging on the fenders and a red-silhouette "Rubicon" decal on the sides of the hood add the finishing touches on the exterior.
The Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition comes standard with a Premium Sunrider soft top and is available with a black three-piece Freedom hard top or body-color hard top. Available exterior colors for the Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition are Black, Billet Silver, White and 10th Anniversary Edition-exclusive Anvil.
The interior has many special touches as well. Striking red leather seats with "Rubicon 10th Anniversary" embroidered into the front seat backs grab attention at first glance. Red stitching adorns the leather-wrapped steering wheel and the center console. A unique gauge cluster features a "10th Anniversary" signature and also features a premium Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) with various read-outs such as oil pressure, oil temperature and tire pressure. The passenger grab handle includes a "Rubicon 10th Anniversary" badge and features Quick Silver accents that are also found on the vent rings, steering wheel spokes and door pulls.
Final design touches include Mopar slush mats and a plaque mounted in the dash tray that features the vehicle's technical data, such as axle type, tire size, transfer case crawl ratio and manufacturer location.
About the Jeep Brand
Built on more than 70 years of legendary heritage, Jeep is the authentic SUV with class-leading capability, craftsmanship and versatility for people who seek extraordinary journeys. The Jeep brand delivers an open invitation to live life to the fullest by offering a full line of vehicles that continue to provide owners with a sense of security to handle any journey with confidence.
The Jeep vehicle lineup consists of the Compass, Grand Cherokee, Liberty, Patriot, Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited. To meet consumer demand around the world, all six Jeep models are sold outside North America - and all are available in right-hand drive versions and with gasoline and diesel powertrain options. Chrysler Group LLC sells and services vehicles in approximately 120 countries around the world.
SOURCE Chrysler Group LLC
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/DE32474
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Chrysler Group LLC
CONTACT: Alyse Tadajewski, +1-248-512-1446 (office), AT684@chrysler.com
Web Site: http://www.chryslergroupllc.com
myThings Launches First Pretargeting Solution with Visual Recognition
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 12:49:01 PM
myThings Launches First Pretargeting Solution with Visual Recognition
New Pretargeting Solution to increase the click-through-rate of advertisers by 5X by attracting new customers through product image recognition
LONDON, December 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
myThings [http://www.mythings.com ], a global leader in conversion-driven display
advertising solutions, announced today the launch of its innovative pretargeting product,
powered by visual recognition. The first-of-its-kind solution can pinpoint a user's
shopping intent by analysing visual attributes of a product image to acquire new in-market
users.
With pretargeting, the company now offers data-driven performance display solutions
for every stage of a user's purchase path. Just like paid search, it is an intelligent
method to acquire new users by leveraging intent data. However, visual data is much more
powerful than keyword data as it is able to capture explicit rather than implicit intent.
Adding display's branding power and its massive reach further strengthens pretargeting's
value proposition.
The driving force behind myThings' ability to determine explicit intent data lies in
its advanced visual recognition technology that analyzes a product's visual parameters
- shape, outline, color and even texture, in addition to meta data such as title and
price - and matches it to a myThings' advertiser's products inventory.
For example, imagine a user enters a "coffee machine" keyword term in a search box.
The user might be looking to buy such a machine, but he may only be looking for the
manual. His intent is only implicit. If, however, he browses a product page of a specific
coffee machine on a price comparison site and reads product reviews, it is safe to
conclude that he is actively looking to buy this product.
Ultimately, an in-market consumer who has never been on the advertiser's website will
be presented with a highly relevant banner showing identical and/or similar coffee
machines offered by the advertiser, during the crucial market research phase in his
purchase decision process.
"Pretargeting based on Visual recognition technology is a highly innovative solution,"
commented Benny Arbel, CEO of myThings. "With upper funnel dynamic display and lower
funnel personalized retargeting, we have now completed the data-driven performance display
circle with mid funnel pretargeting. It is an holistic, end-to-end performance display
offering that acquires new users and maximizes the value of existing ones."
An extensive, six-month long testing period has shown that pretargeting generates a 5X
uplift in click-through-rates compared to standard display acquisition campaigns and a
post-click conversion rate that is comparable to paid search.
About myThings:
Founded in 2005, myThings is the global leader in conversion-driven, personalised
display advertising solutions, driving incremental sales at scale for top online
retailers. The company delivers superior performance through specialised data-driven
display technology centered on conversion prediction machine-learning algorithms. Its
data-driven solutions span the entire sales funnel and include personalised retargeting,
pretargeting, look-alike targeting and dynamic display.
myThings, named by Deloitte among the top 20 fastest-growing technology companies in
the EMEA region, personalises over three billion banner impressions a month and operates
in 16 markets including the US, UK, France, Germany, Brazil, Russia and Japan. Among its
clients are top tier companies such as ToysRus, Shop Direct Group (Littlewoods, Very),
McAfee, Zalando, Adidas, KLM, T-Mobile, Microsoft Store, Vodafone and Orange.
For more information, visit myThings.com [http://www.mythings.com ].
Press contact:
Viktoria Kanar
pr@mythings.com
+972-54-308-3721
myThings
New Pretargeting Solution to increase the click-through-rate of advertisers by 5X by attracting new customers through product image recognition
LONDON, December 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
myThings [http://www.mythings.com ], a global leader in conversion-driven display
advertising solutions, announced today the launch of its innovative pretargeting product,
powered by visual recognition. The first-of-its-kind solution can pinpoint a user's
shopping intent by analysing visual attributes of a product image to acquire new in-market
users.
With pretargeting, the company now offers data-driven performance display solutions
for every stage of a user's purchase path. Just like paid search, it is an intelligent
method to acquire new users by leveraging intent data. However, visual data is much more
powerful than keyword data as it is able to capture explicit rather than implicit intent.
Adding display's branding power and its massive reach further strengthens pretargeting's
value proposition.
The driving force behind myThings' ability to determine explicit intent data lies in
its advanced visual recognition technology that analyzes a product's visual parameters
- shape, outline, color and even texture, in addition to meta data such as title and
price - and matches it to a myThings' advertiser's products inventory.
For example, imagine a user enters a "coffee machine" keyword term in a search box.
The user might be looking to buy such a machine, but he may only be looking for the
manual. His intent is only implicit. If, however, he browses a product page of a specific
coffee machine on a price comparison site and reads product reviews, it is safe to
conclude that he is actively looking to buy this product.
Ultimately, an in-market consumer who has never been on the advertiser's website will
be presented with a highly relevant banner showing identical and/or similar coffee
machines offered by the advertiser, during the crucial market research phase in his
purchase decision process.
"Pretargeting based on Visual recognition technology is a highly innovative solution,"
commented Benny Arbel, CEO of myThings. "With upper funnel dynamic display and lower
funnel personalized retargeting, we have now completed the data-driven performance display
circle with mid funnel pretargeting. It is an holistic, end-to-end performance display
offering that acquires new users and maximizes the value of existing ones."
An extensive, six-month long testing period has shown that pretargeting generates a 5X
uplift in click-through-rates compared to standard display acquisition campaigns and a
post-click conversion rate that is comparable to paid search.
About myThings:
Founded in 2005, myThings is the global leader in conversion-driven, personalised
display advertising solutions, driving incremental sales at scale for top online
retailers. The company delivers superior performance through specialised data-driven
display technology centered on conversion prediction machine-learning algorithms. Its
data-driven solutions span the entire sales funnel and include personalised retargeting,
pretargeting, look-alike targeting and dynamic display.
myThings, named by Deloitte among the top 20 fastest-growing technology companies in
the EMEA region, personalises over three billion banner impressions a month and operates
in 16 markets including the US, UK, France, Germany, Brazil, Russia and Japan. Among its
clients are top tier companies such as ToysRus, Shop Direct Group (Littlewoods, Very),
McAfee, Zalando, Adidas, KLM, T-Mobile, Microsoft Store, Vodafone and Orange.
For more information, visit myThings.com [http://www.mythings.com ].
Press contact:
Viktoria Kanar
pr@mythings.com
+972-54-308-3721
myThings
Teo Announces Availability of Next Gen Mobility Suite
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 12:28:01 PM
Teo Announces Availability of Next Gen Mobility Suite
Mobile Smartphone and iPad Users Stay Connected to Enterprise Voice
MUKILTEO, Wash., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Teo (http://www.teotech.com), an innovative telecommunications company, today announced the availability of its Next Gen mobility suite. Teo's new mobility suite brings voice, HD video, unified presence, and instant messaging to mobile users on iPhone and Android smartphones as well as the iPad, seamlessly integrating them with the Teo Unified Communications Platform.
By offering customers more capabilities on more devices, Teo is enabling businesses to adapt to the BYOD transition without the device specific limitations of the past.
"As more businesses recognize the opportunities to enhance productivity by fully empowering mobile workers, investing in a truly unified communications system will continue to be a key component of their business strategy," said Thomas Beck, Director of Marketing and Business Development at Teo. "By supporting the broadest choice of mobile devices for our innovative UC platform, we are opening up yet another avenue for businesses to gain easy access to cost-efficient and advanced technology capabilities. Simplifying and unifying the way they work will help pave their path to success."
Teo's UC platform enables companies to offer a flexible work environment by integrating core communications capabilities such as email, voicemail, voice-conferencing, desk phones, mobile phones, soft phones, instant messaging, fax and call recording into one unified solution.
For more information on Teo's innovative UC solution, visit: http://www.teotech.com/solutions/UC%20Solutions/1.
Pricing and availability
Teo's enhanced mobility clients are available immediately. For more information and pricing, please call 800.524.0024.
About Teo
Teo (formerly Tone Commander Systems) is an innovative telecommunications company specializing in telephone and network solutions for Fortune 1,000 companies, government agencies, educational institutions and small and large businesses around the world. The company, located in Mukilteo, WA, offers a variety of made-in-the-USA telephony products including U.S. manufactured VoIP telephones, Unified Communication Systems, Enhanced 911 (E911) Response Systems, TSG-6 secure endpoints, NT1 ISDN Network Terminations, and ISDN telephones. For more information about Teo, please visit http://www.teotech.com or call 800-524-0024.
Media Contact: Thomas Beck, Director of Marketing and Business Development, Teo
(425) 349-1038 | thomas.beck@teotech.com
SOURCE Teo Technologies, Inc.
Teo Technologies, Inc.
Web Site: http://www.teotech.com
Mobile Smartphone and iPad Users Stay Connected to Enterprise Voice
MUKILTEO, Wash., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Teo (http://www.teotech.com), an innovative telecommunications company, today announced the availability of its Next Gen mobility suite. Teo's new mobility suite brings voice, HD video, unified presence, and instant messaging to mobile users on iPhone and Android smartphones as well as the iPad, seamlessly integrating them with the Teo Unified Communications Platform.
By offering customers more capabilities on more devices, Teo is enabling businesses to adapt to the BYOD transition without the device specific limitations of the past.
"As more businesses recognize the opportunities to enhance productivity by fully empowering mobile workers, investing in a truly unified communications system will continue to be a key component of their business strategy," said Thomas Beck, Director of Marketing and Business Development at Teo. "By supporting the broadest choice of mobile devices for our innovative UC platform, we are opening up yet another avenue for businesses to gain easy access to cost-efficient and advanced technology capabilities. Simplifying and unifying the way they work will help pave their path to success."
Teo's UC platform enables companies to offer a flexible work environment by integrating core communications capabilities such as email, voicemail, voice-conferencing, desk phones, mobile phones, soft phones, instant messaging, fax and call recording into one unified solution.
For more information on Teo's innovative UC solution, visit: http://www.teotech.com/solutions/UC%20Solutions/1.
Pricing and availability
Teo's enhanced mobility clients are available immediately. For more information and pricing, please call 800.524.0024.
About Teo
Teo (formerly Tone Commander Systems) is an innovative telecommunications company specializing in telephone and network solutions for Fortune 1,000 companies, government agencies, educational institutions and small and large businesses around the world. The company, located in Mukilteo, WA, offers a variety of made-in-the-USA telephony products including U.S. manufactured VoIP telephones, Unified Communication Systems, Enhanced 911 (E911) Response Systems, TSG-6 secure endpoints, NT1 ISDN Network Terminations, and ISDN telephones. For more information about Teo, please visit http://www.teotech.com or call 800-524-0024.
Media Contact: Thomas Beck, Director of Marketing and Business Development, Teo
(425) 349-1038 | thomas.beck@teotech.com
SOURCE Teo Technologies, Inc.
Teo Technologies, Inc.
Web Site: http://www.teotech.com
Verizon Completes Critical Steps in Bringing Fiber-Optic Connectivity to Lower Manhattan
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 12:14:01 PM
Verizon Completes Critical Steps in Bringing Fiber-Optic Connectivity to Lower Manhattan
New Fiber-Optic Infrastructure Will Make NYC Nation's Most Advanced and Robust Communications Center
NEW YORK, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Less than seven weeks after Hurricane Sandy, Verizon has finalized another important step in the transformation of the communications infrastructure of lower Manhattan by completing the installation of fiber-optic cables between the company's two critical central switching offices there and buildings put out of service by the storm surge.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/NY32191 )
The completion of the fiber-installation phase of the project - with more than 5,000 miles of fiber strands already in place -- enables Verizon to dramatically modernize communications capabilities for customers as it restores services to the businesses and office buildings in lower Manhattan that were impacted by the hurricane. Once the project is complete, the area will have the nation's most advanced communications infrastructure, providing customers with the highest level of service and reliability. Furthermore, the modernization project will make lower Manhattan "future-proof," enabling Verizon to continually update the communications infrastructure with new capabilities for decades to come.
(Note: To view or download photos of Verizon technicians constructing a telecom room at 55 Water St., installing fiber-optic cables at John and Pearl streets, and a Verizon representative taking FiOS orders in the lobby at 55 Broad St., go to http://vz.to/VNPcQ0. For additional photos, visit http://vz.to/UaaBH1.)
During the restoration process, Verizon has provided alternate communications solutions to thousands of small businesses and residential customers in the area and elsewhere around the metro area to get them back in business and their communications flowing. The company has provided call-forwarding capabilities to approximately 7,000 lines of consumers and small businesses so that calls are automatically forwarded to a working landline or cellphone number. In addition, the company has provided at no charge to customers more than 2,600 Verizon Wireless Home Phone Connect and Verizon 4G LTE Jetpack(TM) Mobile Hotspot devices.
While the company has been installing the robust fiber infrastructure, it is also working with landlords as they ready their properties for the return of tenants. The reconstruction of telecom rooms - frequently relocated to upper floors - power, and access to those rooms are on the critical path to the restoration of communications services.
As building owners and managers complete these steps, Verizon is rapidly completing the work of connecting the newly laid fiber to new electronic systems and turning up service. The steps these building owners are taking, in conjunction with the new fiber infrastructure from Verizon, will provide additional protection for the communications infrastructure in lower Manhattan in the event of future large-scale weather events.
Verizon continues to operate two command centers in Manhattan where its operations and engineering teams can swiftly design and reconfigure new fiber systems and routes, and then work with building managers to identify space within their structure to locate the new equipment, electronics and cabling.
"The work Verizon is doing now will make us a smarter, faster, better-connected city and region," said Mitchell Moss, Henry Hart Rice Professor of Urban Policy and Planning at New York University. "These repairs will actually lay the groundwork for a new era of growth and higher efficiency, which will benefit everyone."
5,000 Miles of Fiber Strands Already Installed
The company estimates that more than 70 percent of the affected buildings served by its Broad Street switching office, where copper services were most significantly damaged, have fiber-optic cables and facilities serving them, with many buildings downtown having full service.
In addition, the company estimates that it has already installed in the dense lower Manhattan area more than 5,000 miles of fiber strands. Thus far, more than 100 tons of copper cables have been removed from the company's network in the area - 30 percent more than all the copper in the Statue of Liberty. And more is being removed each day. The copper is being collected and recycled in an environmentally sensitive process.
"We are doing years' worth of work in just a few weeks' time, and doing it round the clock," said Martin Burvill, senior vice president of global operations for Verizon Enterprise Solutions. "We are keenly focused on transforming the communications infrastructure of lower Manhattan with this new architecture in a way that fully benefits our residential and business customers.
"Although this work is being done away from the public's view - in basements, manholes and in still-darkened office towers - it will have a visible and lasting impact by providing a critical part of the city with a network that is world-class, and built for the communications needs of the 21(st) century," Burvill said.
Verizon has also had an open and continuous dialogue with manufacturers and vendors that supply the industry with electronics necessary to terminate sophisticated fiber networks and the wide range of services they deliver. The great need for equipment prompted by Hurricane Sandy restoration efforts continues to put pressure on supply chains of specialized equipment, which in turn affects restoration efforts.
Copper cables were destroyed that served businesses and residences in the area south of Worth Street, from the East River to the Hudson River. These cables were rendered inoperable as the result of the unprecedented flooding, the mixture of salt water and diesel fuel in some buildings from compromised tanks that were in place to fuel generators, and the loss of air pressurization systems that help protect copper cables from water infiltration.
Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to consumer, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with nearly 96 million retail customers nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers integrated business solutions to customers in more than 150 countries, including all of the Fortune 500. A Dow 30 company with $111 billion in 2011 revenues, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of 184,500. For more information, visit http://www.verizon.com.
VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon's News Center on the World Wide Web at http://www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by email, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.
SOURCE Verizon Communications, Inc.
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/NY32191
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Verizon Communications, Inc.
CONTACT: John Bonomo, +1-212-321-8033, John.J.Bonomo@Verizon.com, or Janet Brumfield, +1-614-723-1060, Janet.Brumfield@Verizon.com
Web Site: http://www.verizon.com
New Fiber-Optic Infrastructure Will Make NYC Nation's Most Advanced and Robust Communications Center
NEW YORK, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Less than seven weeks after Hurricane Sandy, Verizon has finalized another important step in the transformation of the communications infrastructure of lower Manhattan by completing the installation of fiber-optic cables between the company's two critical central switching offices there and buildings put out of service by the storm surge.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/NY32191 )
The completion of the fiber-installation phase of the project - with more than 5,000 miles of fiber strands already in place -- enables Verizon to dramatically modernize communications capabilities for customers as it restores services to the businesses and office buildings in lower Manhattan that were impacted by the hurricane. Once the project is complete, the area will have the nation's most advanced communications infrastructure, providing customers with the highest level of service and reliability. Furthermore, the modernization project will make lower Manhattan "future-proof," enabling Verizon to continually update the communications infrastructure with new capabilities for decades to come.
(Note: To view or download photos of Verizon technicians constructing a telecom room at 55 Water St., installing fiber-optic cables at John and Pearl streets, and a Verizon representative taking FiOS orders in the lobby at 55 Broad St., go to http://vz.to/VNPcQ0. For additional photos, visit http://vz.to/UaaBH1.)
During the restoration process, Verizon has provided alternate communications solutions to thousands of small businesses and residential customers in the area and elsewhere around the metro area to get them back in business and their communications flowing. The company has provided call-forwarding capabilities to approximately 7,000 lines of consumers and small businesses so that calls are automatically forwarded to a working landline or cellphone number. In addition, the company has provided at no charge to customers more than 2,600 Verizon Wireless Home Phone Connect and Verizon 4G LTE Jetpack(TM) Mobile Hotspot devices.
While the company has been installing the robust fiber infrastructure, it is also working with landlords as they ready their properties for the return of tenants. The reconstruction of telecom rooms - frequently relocated to upper floors - power, and access to those rooms are on the critical path to the restoration of communications services.
As building owners and managers complete these steps, Verizon is rapidly completing the work of connecting the newly laid fiber to new electronic systems and turning up service. The steps these building owners are taking, in conjunction with the new fiber infrastructure from Verizon, will provide additional protection for the communications infrastructure in lower Manhattan in the event of future large-scale weather events.
Verizon continues to operate two command centers in Manhattan where its operations and engineering teams can swiftly design and reconfigure new fiber systems and routes, and then work with building managers to identify space within their structure to locate the new equipment, electronics and cabling.
"The work Verizon is doing now will make us a smarter, faster, better-connected city and region," said Mitchell Moss, Henry Hart Rice Professor of Urban Policy and Planning at New York University. "These repairs will actually lay the groundwork for a new era of growth and higher efficiency, which will benefit everyone."
5,000 Miles of Fiber Strands Already Installed
The company estimates that more than 70 percent of the affected buildings served by its Broad Street switching office, where copper services were most significantly damaged, have fiber-optic cables and facilities serving them, with many buildings downtown having full service.
In addition, the company estimates that it has already installed in the dense lower Manhattan area more than 5,000 miles of fiber strands. Thus far, more than 100 tons of copper cables have been removed from the company's network in the area - 30 percent more than all the copper in the Statue of Liberty. And more is being removed each day. The copper is being collected and recycled in an environmentally sensitive process.
"We are doing years' worth of work in just a few weeks' time, and doing it round the clock," said Martin Burvill, senior vice president of global operations for Verizon Enterprise Solutions. "We are keenly focused on transforming the communications infrastructure of lower Manhattan with this new architecture in a way that fully benefits our residential and business customers.
"Although this work is being done away from the public's view - in basements, manholes and in still-darkened office towers - it will have a visible and lasting impact by providing a critical part of the city with a network that is world-class, and built for the communications needs of the 21(st) century," Burvill said.
Verizon has also had an open and continuous dialogue with manufacturers and vendors that supply the industry with electronics necessary to terminate sophisticated fiber networks and the wide range of services they deliver. The great need for equipment prompted by Hurricane Sandy restoration efforts continues to put pressure on supply chains of specialized equipment, which in turn affects restoration efforts.
Copper cables were destroyed that served businesses and residences in the area south of Worth Street, from the East River to the Hudson River. These cables were rendered inoperable as the result of the unprecedented flooding, the mixture of salt water and diesel fuel in some buildings from compromised tanks that were in place to fuel generators, and the loss of air pressurization systems that help protect copper cables from water infiltration.
Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to consumer, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with nearly 96 million retail customers nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers integrated business solutions to customers in more than 150 countries, including all of the Fortune 500. A Dow 30 company with $111 billion in 2011 revenues, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of 184,500. For more information, visit http://www.verizon.com.
VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon's News Center on the World Wide Web at http://www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by email, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.
SOURCE Verizon Communications, Inc.
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/NY32191
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Verizon Communications, Inc.
CONTACT: John Bonomo, +1-212-321-8033, John.J.Bonomo@Verizon.com, or Janet Brumfield, +1-614-723-1060, Janet.Brumfield@Verizon.com
Web Site: http://www.verizon.com
Give the Gift of a Jolly Holiday with the Newest Christmas eCards from Doozycards.com!
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 12:07:01 PM
Give the Gift of a Jolly Holiday with the Newest Christmas eCards from Doozycards.com!
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Doozy Cards invites you to deck the halls and the inboxes of your friends and family with their heartfelt and hilarious new Christmas eCards. Featuring original animation from the creative elves at Doozy, these holiday eCards will have you and your loved ones laughing all the way home this Christmas season.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/LA32111)
Unlike generic greetings sometimes sent this time of year, Doozy's clever and unique Christmas eCards stand out from the herd like a bright red beacon, ready to light the way for Santa's sleigh. The wide selection of funny Christmas eCards created by Doozy's talented staff of writers and star-studded guests, are sure to become a holiday tradition just like Grandpa's eggnog inspired dances or tracking Santa's flight pattern by radar.
Treat your friends and family to Santa-worthy belly laughs this year with the brand new Obama Holiday Rap, one of Doozy's many silly Christmas eCards, updated for 2012. You'll also delight everyone with the new and adorable Christmas Magic, as they witness a magical Christmas transformation courtesy of some holiday fairies, complete with tree trimmings, milk and cookies and a charmingly bewildered Santa pup. And don't forget to send a bit of holiday spice to the grown-up on your naughty list with one of Doozy's mature Christmas eCards like the Naughty Christmas Trees, also new for 2012.
For a more classic approach to the holiday, celebrate with heartwarming traditional Christmas eCards. Cozy up with your loved ones by the tree and sing along to the new Dionne Warwick Merry Christmas, or join Dionne as she bakes cookies for Santa in (Dionne's Santa Song). Both of these special new Christmas eCards were recorded exclusively for Doozy Cards by the Grammy-winning singer.
As you wrap presents, trim the tree and bake cookies to leave out for Santa, Doozy Cards helps you get into the spirit of the season with a huge collection of charming Christmas eCards and seasonal favorites. Send your friends, family and loved ones a heartwarming and funny message this holiday and let them know they hold a special place in your heart.
To explore the wide range of Christmas eCards visit: http://www.doozycards.com/ecards/christmas
Full press release available here: http://www.doozycards.com/give-the-gift-of-a-jolly-holiday-with-the-newest-christmas-ecards-from-doozycards.com
SOURCE Doozy Cards
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/LA32111
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Doozy Cards
CONTACT: Doozy Cards, +1-323-939-1115, bob@doozycards.com
Web Site: http://www.doozycards.com
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Doozy Cards invites you to deck the halls and the inboxes of your friends and family with their heartfelt and hilarious new Christmas eCards. Featuring original animation from the creative elves at Doozy, these holiday eCards will have you and your loved ones laughing all the way home this Christmas season.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/LA32111)
Unlike generic greetings sometimes sent this time of year, Doozy's clever and unique Christmas eCards stand out from the herd like a bright red beacon, ready to light the way for Santa's sleigh. The wide selection of funny Christmas eCards created by Doozy's talented staff of writers and star-studded guests, are sure to become a holiday tradition just like Grandpa's eggnog inspired dances or tracking Santa's flight pattern by radar.
Treat your friends and family to Santa-worthy belly laughs this year with the brand new Obama Holiday Rap, one of Doozy's many silly Christmas eCards, updated for 2012. You'll also delight everyone with the new and adorable Christmas Magic, as they witness a magical Christmas transformation courtesy of some holiday fairies, complete with tree trimmings, milk and cookies and a charmingly bewildered Santa pup. And don't forget to send a bit of holiday spice to the grown-up on your naughty list with one of Doozy's mature Christmas eCards like the Naughty Christmas Trees, also new for 2012.
For a more classic approach to the holiday, celebrate with heartwarming traditional Christmas eCards. Cozy up with your loved ones by the tree and sing along to the new Dionne Warwick Merry Christmas, or join Dionne as she bakes cookies for Santa in (Dionne's Santa Song). Both of these special new Christmas eCards were recorded exclusively for Doozy Cards by the Grammy-winning singer.
As you wrap presents, trim the tree and bake cookies to leave out for Santa, Doozy Cards helps you get into the spirit of the season with a huge collection of charming Christmas eCards and seasonal favorites. Send your friends, family and loved ones a heartwarming and funny message this holiday and let them know they hold a special place in your heart.
To explore the wide range of Christmas eCards visit: http://www.doozycards.com/ecards/christmas
Full press release available here: http://www.doozycards.com/give-the-gift-of-a-jolly-holiday-with-the-newest-christmas-ecards-from-doozycards.com
SOURCE Doozy Cards
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/LA32111
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Doozy Cards
CONTACT: Doozy Cards, +1-323-939-1115, bob@doozycards.com
Web Site: http://www.doozycards.com
Redfin Gets Creative with Launch of Redfin Collections -- A New Way to Admire, Organize and Share Photos of Homes for Sale
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 12:07:01 PM
Redfin Gets Creative with Launch of Redfin Collections -- A New Way to Admire, Organize and Share Photos of Homes for Sale
SEATTLE, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Redfin, the technology-powered real estate broker, today introduced Redfin Collections, a new social feature in which users browse, collect and share sets of listing photos. The Collections feature, currently in beta, is about the aesthetic, emotional and creative side of real estate, giving Redfin users a new way to express themselves, as well as be inspired by others. People can create Collections on any topic, such as "Gorgeous Views," "Luscious Gardens," "Cool Pools," "Killer Kitchens," or "Homes to Tour."
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/SF32142)
"After years of building the nerdiest real estate site on the web, Redfin got all gushy about pretty houses," said Glenn Kelman, Redfin CEO. "Along the way, we discovered how much fun it is to compare pictures of oceanic pools, bizarre bathrooms, palatial tree-houses and overstuffed libraries. As website creators and as real estate agents, the conversations we want with our customers aren't just about the price-per-square-foot but also about the lusted-after and the wacky, the homes like this but not like that, and the design ideas we want to steal."
Each photo of a home in a Collection links to the home's listing details page on Redfin, making it easy to get additional details about the home, add it to Favorites, view it on Google Maps, or even request a tour. All Collections are viewable by Redfin users, and easily sharable via email, Facebook and Twitter.
"Our customers told us that they wanted to be able to share their home search with their friends," said Bridget Frey, Redfin vice president of engineering. "We took inspiration from many amazing photo sharing websites, and then layered in a tremendous amount of real estate information to create the first social photo-sharing site that is built from the ground up for home buyers, home sellers, and all of the people who help them."
Hundreds of Collections have already been created as part of the beta program, and they range from practical, to fun and wacky, to simply gorgeous. Some favorites include:
Lucky Kids
Ultimate Entertaining Rooms
Sun Drenched Homes
Modern Mansions
White Sofa Designs
Panda Pandemonium
Pretty Pretty Ponies
What does it mean?!?
Lonely Pianos
Get Your Read On
Kitchen Inspirations
Awesome Pools
Gorgeous Outdoor Living Spaces
To create a Collection, users select a photo on Redfin.com, click the Collections icon in the upper right-hand corner, and name the Collection. Users can "follow" individual Collections, and be notified by email whenever a new photo of a gorgeous kitchen or a cute kids' room is added. To search and browse all Collections, as well as find Collections to follow, visit http://www.redfin.com/collections.
About Redfin
Redfin (http://www.redfin.com) is a technology-powered real estate broker that represents people buying and selling homes. Founded and run by technologists, Redfin has a team of experienced, full-service real estate agents who are advocates, not sales-people, earning customer-satisfaction bonuses, not commissions. Redfin's online tools feature all the broker-listed homes for sale, as well as for-sale-by-owner properties that don't pay brokers a commission. The company serves 19 U.S. markets and has closed more than $8 billion in home sales. In 2012, Redfin was named one of The DIGITAL 100: World's Most Valuable Private Tech Companies by Business Insider. Follow us on blog.redfin.com, on Twitter @redfin, and Facebook.com/Redfin.
SOURCE Redfin
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/SF32142
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Redfin
CONTACT: press@redfin.com, +1-206-588-6863
Web Site: http://www.redfin.com
SEATTLE, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Redfin, the technology-powered real estate broker, today introduced Redfin Collections, a new social feature in which users browse, collect and share sets of listing photos. The Collections feature, currently in beta, is about the aesthetic, emotional and creative side of real estate, giving Redfin users a new way to express themselves, as well as be inspired by others. People can create Collections on any topic, such as "Gorgeous Views," "Luscious Gardens," "Cool Pools," "Killer Kitchens," or "Homes to Tour."
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/SF32142)
"After years of building the nerdiest real estate site on the web, Redfin got all gushy about pretty houses," said Glenn Kelman, Redfin CEO. "Along the way, we discovered how much fun it is to compare pictures of oceanic pools, bizarre bathrooms, palatial tree-houses and overstuffed libraries. As website creators and as real estate agents, the conversations we want with our customers aren't just about the price-per-square-foot but also about the lusted-after and the wacky, the homes like this but not like that, and the design ideas we want to steal."
Each photo of a home in a Collection links to the home's listing details page on Redfin, making it easy to get additional details about the home, add it to Favorites, view it on Google Maps, or even request a tour. All Collections are viewable by Redfin users, and easily sharable via email, Facebook and Twitter.
"Our customers told us that they wanted to be able to share their home search with their friends," said Bridget Frey, Redfin vice president of engineering. "We took inspiration from many amazing photo sharing websites, and then layered in a tremendous amount of real estate information to create the first social photo-sharing site that is built from the ground up for home buyers, home sellers, and all of the people who help them."
Hundreds of Collections have already been created as part of the beta program, and they range from practical, to fun and wacky, to simply gorgeous. Some favorites include:
Lucky Kids
Ultimate Entertaining Rooms
Sun Drenched Homes
Modern Mansions
White Sofa Designs
Panda Pandemonium
Pretty Pretty Ponies
What does it mean?!?
Lonely Pianos
Get Your Read On
Kitchen Inspirations
Awesome Pools
Gorgeous Outdoor Living Spaces
To create a Collection, users select a photo on Redfin.com, click the Collections icon in the upper right-hand corner, and name the Collection. Users can "follow" individual Collections, and be notified by email whenever a new photo of a gorgeous kitchen or a cute kids' room is added. To search and browse all Collections, as well as find Collections to follow, visit http://www.redfin.com/collections.
About Redfin
Redfin (http://www.redfin.com) is a technology-powered real estate broker that represents people buying and selling homes. Founded and run by technologists, Redfin has a team of experienced, full-service real estate agents who are advocates, not sales-people, earning customer-satisfaction bonuses, not commissions. Redfin's online tools feature all the broker-listed homes for sale, as well as for-sale-by-owner properties that don't pay brokers a commission. The company serves 19 U.S. markets and has closed more than $8 billion in home sales. In 2012, Redfin was named one of The DIGITAL 100: World's Most Valuable Private Tech Companies by Business Insider. Follow us on blog.redfin.com, on Twitter @redfin, and Facebook.com/Redfin.
SOURCE Redfin
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121219/SF32142
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Redfin
CONTACT: press@redfin.com, +1-206-588-6863
Web Site: http://www.redfin.com
FTC Strengthens Kids' Privacy, Gives Parents Greater Control Over Their Information By Amending Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 12:07:01 PM
FTC Strengthens Kids' Privacy, Gives Parents Greater Control Over Their Information By Amending Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule
Rule Being Modified to Keep Up with Changing Technology
WASHINGTON, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Federal Trade Commission adopted final amendments to the Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule that strengthen kids' privacy protections and give parents greater control over the personal information that websites and online services may collect from children under 13.
The FTC initiated a review in 2010 to ensure that the COPPA Rule keeps up with evolving technology and changes in the way children use and access the Internet, including the increased use of mobile devices and social networking. The updates to the COPPA Rule reflect careful consideration of the entire record of the rulemaking, which included a public roundtable and several rounds of public comments sought by the agency.
"The Commission takes seriously its mandate to protect children's online privacy in this ever-changing technological landscape," said FTC Chairman Jon Leibowitz. "I am confident that the amendments to the COPPA Rule strike the right balance between protecting innovation that will provide rich and engaging content for children, and ensuring that parents are informed and involved in their children's online activities."
The final amendments:
-- modify the list of "personal information" that cannot be collected
without parental notice and consent, clarifying that this category
includes geolocation information, photographs, and videos;
-- offer companies a streamlined, voluntary and transparent approval
process for new ways of getting parental consent;
-- close a loophole that allowed kid-directed apps and websites to permit
third parties to collect personal information from children through
plug-ins without parental notice and consent;
-- extend coverage in some of those cases so that the third parties doing
the additional collection also have to comply with COPPA;
-- extend the COPPA Rule to cover persistent identifiers that can recognize
users over time and across different websites or online services, such
as IP addresses and mobile device IDs;
-- strengthen data security protections by requiring that covered website
operators and online service providers take reasonable steps to release
children's personal information only to companies that are capable of
keeping it secure and confidential;
-- require that covered website operators adopt reasonable procedures for
data retention and deletion; and
-- strengthen the FTC's oversight of self-regulatory safe harbor programs.
The COPPA Rule was mandated when Congress passed the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998. It requires that operators of websites or online services that are either directed to children under 13 or have actual knowledge that they are collecting personal information from children under 13 give notice to parents and get their verifiable consent before collecting, using, or disclosing such personal information, and keep secure the information they collect from children. It also prohibits them from conditioning children's participation in activities on the collection of more personal information than is reasonably necessary for them to participate. The Rule contains a "safe harbor" provision that allows industry groups or others to seek FTC approval of self-regulatory guidelines.
Definitions
The Final Rule includes these modified definitions:
-- The definition of an operator has been updated to make clear that the
Rule covers a child-directed site or service that integrates outside
services, such as plug-ins or advertising networks, that collect
personal information from its visitors. This definition does not extend
liability to platforms, such as Google Play or the App Store, when such
platforms merely offer the public access to child-directed apps.
-- The definition of a website or online service directed to children is
expanded to include plug-ins or ad networks that have actual knowledge
that they are collecting personal information through a child-directed
website or online service. In addition, in contrast to sites and
services whose primary target audience is children, and who must presume
all users are children, sites and services that target children only as
a secondary audience or to a lesser degree may differentiate among
users, and will be required to provide notice and obtain parental
consent only for those users who identify themselves as being younger
than 13.
-- The definition of personal information now also includes geolocation
information, as well as photos, videos, and audio files that contain a
child's image or voice.
-- The definition of personal information requiring parental notice and
consent before collection now includes "persistent identifiers" that can
be used to recognize users over time and across different websites or
online services. However, no parental notice and consent is required
when an operator collects a persistent identifier for the sole purpose
of supporting the website or online service's internal operations, such
as contextual advertising, frequency capping, legal compliance, site
analysis, and network communications. Without parental consent, such
information may never be used or disclosed to contact a specific
individual, including through behavioral advertising, to amass a profile
on a specific individual, or for any other purpose. The final amended
Rule also adds a process allowing industry to seek formal approval to
add permitted activities to the definition of support for internal
operations.
-- The definition of collection of personal information has been changed so
that operators may allow children to participate in interactive
communities without parental consent, so long as the operators take
reasonable measures to delete all or virtually all children's personal
information before it is made public.
Parental Notice
The amended Final Rule revises the parental notice provisions to help ensure that operators' privacy policies, and the direct notices they must give parents before collecting children's personal information, are concise and timely.
Parental Consent Mechanisms
The amendments add several new methods that operators can use to obtain verifiable parental consent: electronic scans of signed parental consent forms; video-conferencing; use of government-issued identification; and alternative payment systems, such as debit cards and electronic payment systems, provided they meet certain criteria.
The FTC considered numerous comments on the "sliding-scale mechanism of parental consent," otherwise known as "email plus." Under this method, operators that collect children's personal information for internal use only may obtain verifiable parental consent with an e-mail from the parent, as long as the operator confirms consent by sending a delayed e-mail confirmation to the parent, or calling or sending a letter to the parent. After considering the comments on "email plus," the FTC concluded that it remains a valued and cost-effective consent mechanism for certain operators. The Final Rule retains email plus as an acceptable consent method for operators that collect personal information only for internal use.
To encourage the development of new consent methods, the Commission establishes a voluntary 120-day notice and comment process so parties can seek approval of a particular consent method. Operators participating in a Commission-approved safe-harbor program may use any consent method approved by the program.
Confidentiality and Security Requirements
The amended Final Rule requires operators to take reasonable steps to make sure that children's personal information is released only to service providers and third parties that are capable of maintaining the confidentiality, security, and integrity of such information, and who assure that they will do so. The Rule also requires operators to retain children's personal information for only as long as is reasonably necessary, and to protect against unauthorized access or use while the information is being disposed of.
Safe Harbors
The FTC seeks to strengthen its oversight of the approved self-regulatory "safe harbor programs" by requiring them to audit their members and report annually to the Commission the aggregated results of those audits.
The Commission vote to issue the amended Final Rule was 3-1-1, with Commissioner J. Thomas Rosch abstaining. Commissioner Maureen Ohlhausen voted no and issued a dissenting statement on the ground that she believes a core provision of the amendments exceeds the scope of the authority granted by Congress in COPPA. She stated that, regardless of policy justifications, she cannot support extending COPPA's statutory definition of "operator" to impose obligations on websites or online services that do not collect personal information from children or have access to or control of such information collected by a third-party.
The final amended Rule will be published in a notice in the Federal Register. The amendments to the Final Rule will go into effect on July 1, 2013.
The Federal Trade Commission works for consumers to prevent fraudulent, deceptive, and unfair business practices and to provide information to help spot, stop, and avoid them. To file a complaint in English or Spanish, visit the FTC's online Complaint Assistant or call 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357). The FTC enters complaints into Consumer Sentinel, a secure, online database available to more than 2,000 civil and criminal law enforcement agencies in the U.S. and abroad. The FTC's website provides free information on a variety of consumer topics. Like the FTC on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and subscribe to press releases for the latest FTC news and resources.
SOURCE Federal Trade Commission
Federal Trade Commission
CONTACT: Office of Public Affairs, +1-202-326-2180; STAFF CONTACT: Phyllis H. Marcus, +1-202-326-2854 or Mamie Kresses, +1-202-326-2070, Bureau of Consumer Protection
Web Site: http://www.ftc.gov
Rule Being Modified to Keep Up with Changing Technology
WASHINGTON, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Federal Trade Commission adopted final amendments to the Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule that strengthen kids' privacy protections and give parents greater control over the personal information that websites and online services may collect from children under 13.
The FTC initiated a review in 2010 to ensure that the COPPA Rule keeps up with evolving technology and changes in the way children use and access the Internet, including the increased use of mobile devices and social networking. The updates to the COPPA Rule reflect careful consideration of the entire record of the rulemaking, which included a public roundtable and several rounds of public comments sought by the agency.
"The Commission takes seriously its mandate to protect children's online privacy in this ever-changing technological landscape," said FTC Chairman Jon Leibowitz. "I am confident that the amendments to the COPPA Rule strike the right balance between protecting innovation that will provide rich and engaging content for children, and ensuring that parents are informed and involved in their children's online activities."
The final amendments:
-- modify the list of "personal information" that cannot be collected
without parental notice and consent, clarifying that this category
includes geolocation information, photographs, and videos;
-- offer companies a streamlined, voluntary and transparent approval
process for new ways of getting parental consent;
-- close a loophole that allowed kid-directed apps and websites to permit
third parties to collect personal information from children through
plug-ins without parental notice and consent;
-- extend coverage in some of those cases so that the third parties doing
the additional collection also have to comply with COPPA;
-- extend the COPPA Rule to cover persistent identifiers that can recognize
users over time and across different websites or online services, such
as IP addresses and mobile device IDs;
-- strengthen data security protections by requiring that covered website
operators and online service providers take reasonable steps to release
children's personal information only to companies that are capable of
keeping it secure and confidential;
-- require that covered website operators adopt reasonable procedures for
data retention and deletion; and
-- strengthen the FTC's oversight of self-regulatory safe harbor programs.
The COPPA Rule was mandated when Congress passed the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998. It requires that operators of websites or online services that are either directed to children under 13 or have actual knowledge that they are collecting personal information from children under 13 give notice to parents and get their verifiable consent before collecting, using, or disclosing such personal information, and keep secure the information they collect from children. It also prohibits them from conditioning children's participation in activities on the collection of more personal information than is reasonably necessary for them to participate. The Rule contains a "safe harbor" provision that allows industry groups or others to seek FTC approval of self-regulatory guidelines.
Definitions
The Final Rule includes these modified definitions:
-- The definition of an operator has been updated to make clear that the
Rule covers a child-directed site or service that integrates outside
services, such as plug-ins or advertising networks, that collect
personal information from its visitors. This definition does not extend
liability to platforms, such as Google Play or the App Store, when such
platforms merely offer the public access to child-directed apps.
-- The definition of a website or online service directed to children is
expanded to include plug-ins or ad networks that have actual knowledge
that they are collecting personal information through a child-directed
website or online service. In addition, in contrast to sites and
services whose primary target audience is children, and who must presume
all users are children, sites and services that target children only as
a secondary audience or to a lesser degree may differentiate among
users, and will be required to provide notice and obtain parental
consent only for those users who identify themselves as being younger
than 13.
-- The definition of personal information now also includes geolocation
information, as well as photos, videos, and audio files that contain a
child's image or voice.
-- The definition of personal information requiring parental notice and
consent before collection now includes "persistent identifiers" that can
be used to recognize users over time and across different websites or
online services. However, no parental notice and consent is required
when an operator collects a persistent identifier for the sole purpose
of supporting the website or online service's internal operations, such
as contextual advertising, frequency capping, legal compliance, site
analysis, and network communications. Without parental consent, such
information may never be used or disclosed to contact a specific
individual, including through behavioral advertising, to amass a profile
on a specific individual, or for any other purpose. The final amended
Rule also adds a process allowing industry to seek formal approval to
add permitted activities to the definition of support for internal
operations.
-- The definition of collection of personal information has been changed so
that operators may allow children to participate in interactive
communities without parental consent, so long as the operators take
reasonable measures to delete all or virtually all children's personal
information before it is made public.
Parental Notice
The amended Final Rule revises the parental notice provisions to help ensure that operators' privacy policies, and the direct notices they must give parents before collecting children's personal information, are concise and timely.
Parental Consent Mechanisms
The amendments add several new methods that operators can use to obtain verifiable parental consent: electronic scans of signed parental consent forms; video-conferencing; use of government-issued identification; and alternative payment systems, such as debit cards and electronic payment systems, provided they meet certain criteria.
The FTC considered numerous comments on the "sliding-scale mechanism of parental consent," otherwise known as "email plus." Under this method, operators that collect children's personal information for internal use only may obtain verifiable parental consent with an e-mail from the parent, as long as the operator confirms consent by sending a delayed e-mail confirmation to the parent, or calling or sending a letter to the parent. After considering the comments on "email plus," the FTC concluded that it remains a valued and cost-effective consent mechanism for certain operators. The Final Rule retains email plus as an acceptable consent method for operators that collect personal information only for internal use.
To encourage the development of new consent methods, the Commission establishes a voluntary 120-day notice and comment process so parties can seek approval of a particular consent method. Operators participating in a Commission-approved safe-harbor program may use any consent method approved by the program.
Confidentiality and Security Requirements
The amended Final Rule requires operators to take reasonable steps to make sure that children's personal information is released only to service providers and third parties that are capable of maintaining the confidentiality, security, and integrity of such information, and who assure that they will do so. The Rule also requires operators to retain children's personal information for only as long as is reasonably necessary, and to protect against unauthorized access or use while the information is being disposed of.
Safe Harbors
The FTC seeks to strengthen its oversight of the approved self-regulatory "safe harbor programs" by requiring them to audit their members and report annually to the Commission the aggregated results of those audits.
The Commission vote to issue the amended Final Rule was 3-1-1, with Commissioner J. Thomas Rosch abstaining. Commissioner Maureen Ohlhausen voted no and issued a dissenting statement on the ground that she believes a core provision of the amendments exceeds the scope of the authority granted by Congress in COPPA. She stated that, regardless of policy justifications, she cannot support extending COPPA's statutory definition of "operator" to impose obligations on websites or online services that do not collect personal information from children or have access to or control of such information collected by a third-party.
The final amended Rule will be published in a notice in the Federal Register. The amendments to the Final Rule will go into effect on July 1, 2013.
The Federal Trade Commission works for consumers to prevent fraudulent, deceptive, and unfair business practices and to provide information to help spot, stop, and avoid them. To file a complaint in English or Spanish, visit the FTC's online Complaint Assistant or call 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357). The FTC enters complaints into Consumer Sentinel, a secure, online database available to more than 2,000 civil and criminal law enforcement agencies in the U.S. and abroad. The FTC's website provides free information on a variety of consumer topics. Like the FTC on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and subscribe to press releases for the latest FTC news and resources.
SOURCE Federal Trade Commission
Federal Trade Commission
CONTACT: Office of Public Affairs, +1-202-326-2180; STAFF CONTACT: Phyllis H. Marcus, +1-202-326-2854 or Mamie Kresses, +1-202-326-2070, Bureau of Consumer Protection
Web Site: http://www.ftc.gov
Call To Action: OperationalIntelligence.com Opens For Contributed Content
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 11:35:01 AM
Call To Action: OperationalIntelligence.com Opens For Contributed Content
Technology Educational Site to Serve Growing Operational Intelligence Market
SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, OperationalIntelligence.com, a new industry site aimed at providing the latest news, events and educational resources related to Operational Intelligence, is now open for contributed content to drive greater insight to this exploding market. The website is open to contributed articles, case studies, videos, white papers, bylines and podcast submissions to be reviewed, posted and shared with the growing Operational Intelligence community.
Operational Intelligence (OI) solutions provide real-time dynamic, business analytics, resulting in visibility and insight into business operations. As Big Data continues to evolve, companies are becoming more and more adept at efficiently gathering and storing Big Data, and the focus is now shifting to how to extract real-time analytic insight and business value from that data. While Business Intelligence typically only looks at historical data, Operational Intelligence analyzes streaming as well as historical data, in real-time.
More than 50 companies now offer Operational Intelligence products, platforms and solutions to meet the growing demand for real-time analytics. OperationalIntelligence.com aims to help navigate and understand the different approaches and implementations of the OI vendors' offerings, providing a unified destination for OI best practices, news, research and insights from industry thought leaders.
To contribute to OperationalIntelligence.com, please email your submission to OI@schwartzmsl.com.
SOURCE OperationalIntelligence.com
OperationalIntelligence.com
CONTACT: Schwartz MSL, OI@schwartzmsl.com
Web Site: http://www.operationalintelligence.com
Technology Educational Site to Serve Growing Operational Intelligence Market
SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, OperationalIntelligence.com, a new industry site aimed at providing the latest news, events and educational resources related to Operational Intelligence, is now open for contributed content to drive greater insight to this exploding market. The website is open to contributed articles, case studies, videos, white papers, bylines and podcast submissions to be reviewed, posted and shared with the growing Operational Intelligence community.
Operational Intelligence (OI) solutions provide real-time dynamic, business analytics, resulting in visibility and insight into business operations. As Big Data continues to evolve, companies are becoming more and more adept at efficiently gathering and storing Big Data, and the focus is now shifting to how to extract real-time analytic insight and business value from that data. While Business Intelligence typically only looks at historical data, Operational Intelligence analyzes streaming as well as historical data, in real-time.
More than 50 companies now offer Operational Intelligence products, platforms and solutions to meet the growing demand for real-time analytics. OperationalIntelligence.com aims to help navigate and understand the different approaches and implementations of the OI vendors' offerings, providing a unified destination for OI best practices, news, research and insights from industry thought leaders.
To contribute to OperationalIntelligence.com, please email your submission to OI@schwartzmsl.com.
SOURCE OperationalIntelligence.com
OperationalIntelligence.com
CONTACT: Schwartz MSL, OI@schwartzmsl.com
Web Site: http://www.operationalintelligence.com
Lightbank Design Launches to Immerse Up-and-Coming Designers in Tech Startup Community
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 11:28:02 AM
Lightbank Design Launches to Immerse Up-and-Coming Designers in Tech Startup Community
Chicago-based VC offers first-ever practical design fellowship program outside of Silicon Valley
CHICAGO, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Lightbank, a venture capital firm founded by serial entrepreneurs Brad Keywell and Eric Lefkofsky, has launched Lightbank Design to provide emerging design talent with mentorship and real-world experience working with Lightbank-backed startups.
Lightbank Design is a paid 3-month program in which designers will hone their skills working side-by-side in Lightbank's office with some of the most innovative minds in its portfolio of more than 50 early-stage technology startups. Additionally, Lightbank has partnered with The Starter League - an educational program in Chicago that offers classes in coding, design and development - to identify the next generation of designers seeking hands-on business experience in the technology industry.
Lightbank Design is geared toward promising young designers - including recent college graduates or graduates of The Starter League - and will be offered during the winter, summer and fall. The deadline for winter program applications is January 31, 2013. Interested parties can apply at http://www.lightbank.com.
"No matter whether the application is business-facing or consumer-facing, design is one of the most critical differentiators between good and great technology," said Brad Keywell, co-founder of Lightbank. "We are believers in the power of great design, and our goal is to nurture and expose top design talent to real-world situations where they have the opportunity to interact with an array of emerging technology entrepreneurs and businesses. For designers in this region, this is a first-of-its-kind program to be integrated into the startup community."
In addition to working with Lightbank-backed startups, the program will offer ongoing seminars developed to educate and inspire the designers. Speakers will include leading designers from the Chicago Ideas Week platform, and Lightbank Design members will be invited to attend select sessions in the design track at CIW in October 2013.
"Design-first is the new product strategy, and designers are essentially the new hackers," said Ashish Rangnekar, co-founder of BenchPrep, a Lightbank-backed startup. "User interface has become a key value proposition, which is why we're so excited that Lightbank is launching this program. Users care as much - if not more - about the usability and design of the product as they do about the features, so it's crucial for us to find talent that can help us stand out in the marketplace, attract new users and carry out our overall vision. We hope to develop long-term relationships with the designers beyond the program itself."
The launch of Lightbank Design not only embodies the firm's commitment to attracting and developing emerging design talent, but it also adds to the suite of Lightbank's in-house resources offered to its portfolio companies.
About Lightbank:
Lightbank is a Chicago-based fund focused on early-stage technology companies. Founded by Eric Lefkofsky and Brad Keywell, who are founders of Groupon, MediaBank, InnerWorkings (NASDAQ: INWK) and Echo Global Logistics (NASDAQ: ECHO), Lightbank not only makes investments of capital, but also takes an active hands-on role in helping entrepreneurs ensure their early- and mid-stage businesses grow and succeed. To learn more, please visit http://www.lightbank.com.
CONTACT: Jackie Lampugnano, +1-873-216-8796, jaclyn@lightbank.com
SOURCE Lightbank
Lightbank
Web Site: http://www.lightbank.com
Chicago-based VC offers first-ever practical design fellowship program outside of Silicon Valley
CHICAGO, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Lightbank, a venture capital firm founded by serial entrepreneurs Brad Keywell and Eric Lefkofsky, has launched Lightbank Design to provide emerging design talent with mentorship and real-world experience working with Lightbank-backed startups.
Lightbank Design is a paid 3-month program in which designers will hone their skills working side-by-side in Lightbank's office with some of the most innovative minds in its portfolio of more than 50 early-stage technology startups. Additionally, Lightbank has partnered with The Starter League - an educational program in Chicago that offers classes in coding, design and development - to identify the next generation of designers seeking hands-on business experience in the technology industry.
Lightbank Design is geared toward promising young designers - including recent college graduates or graduates of The Starter League - and will be offered during the winter, summer and fall. The deadline for winter program applications is January 31, 2013. Interested parties can apply at http://www.lightbank.com.
"No matter whether the application is business-facing or consumer-facing, design is one of the most critical differentiators between good and great technology," said Brad Keywell, co-founder of Lightbank. "We are believers in the power of great design, and our goal is to nurture and expose top design talent to real-world situations where they have the opportunity to interact with an array of emerging technology entrepreneurs and businesses. For designers in this region, this is a first-of-its-kind program to be integrated into the startup community."
In addition to working with Lightbank-backed startups, the program will offer ongoing seminars developed to educate and inspire the designers. Speakers will include leading designers from the Chicago Ideas Week platform, and Lightbank Design members will be invited to attend select sessions in the design track at CIW in October 2013.
"Design-first is the new product strategy, and designers are essentially the new hackers," said Ashish Rangnekar, co-founder of BenchPrep, a Lightbank-backed startup. "User interface has become a key value proposition, which is why we're so excited that Lightbank is launching this program. Users care as much - if not more - about the usability and design of the product as they do about the features, so it's crucial for us to find talent that can help us stand out in the marketplace, attract new users and carry out our overall vision. We hope to develop long-term relationships with the designers beyond the program itself."
The launch of Lightbank Design not only embodies the firm's commitment to attracting and developing emerging design talent, but it also adds to the suite of Lightbank's in-house resources offered to its portfolio companies.
About Lightbank:
Lightbank is a Chicago-based fund focused on early-stage technology companies. Founded by Eric Lefkofsky and Brad Keywell, who are founders of Groupon, MediaBank, InnerWorkings (NASDAQ: INWK) and Echo Global Logistics (NASDAQ: ECHO), Lightbank not only makes investments of capital, but also takes an active hands-on role in helping entrepreneurs ensure their early- and mid-stage businesses grow and succeed. To learn more, please visit http://www.lightbank.com.
CONTACT: Jackie Lampugnano, +1-873-216-8796, jaclyn@lightbank.com
SOURCE Lightbank
Lightbank
Web Site: http://www.lightbank.com
Agero to Unveil Industry Revolutionizing New Cloud Delivery Platform at 2013 Consumer Telematics Show
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 11:07:01 AM
Agero to Unveil Industry Revolutionizing New Cloud Delivery Platform at 2013 Consumer Telematics Show
Company's Innovation Chief to Deliver Keynote on In-Vehicle Cloud Content Delivery Solution to Audience of Senior Executives from Automotive, Wireless, and Consumer Electronics Industries
DALLAS, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Delivering ever-changing content and driver interfaces within connected vehicles will be the focus of a keynote address by Agero Connected Services at the 11(th) Annual Consumer Telematics Show (CTS), January 7, 2013 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Agero will unveil AgeroView?, its industry-leading cloud delivery platform at the show.
Frank Hirschenberger, Agero's senior director of Innovation, will deliver the keynote on "Ultimate Content Delivery for Smart Connected Vehicles," focusing on how rich content and services can be efficiently and flexibly delivered via the cloud to vehicle infotainment and control systems. Incorporating industry-leading technologies, content, and services, AgeroView will be able to coordinate with personal devices such as smartphones and tablets, and update applications and services over the lifetime of the vehicle--all while enriching the user experience.
The Consumer Telematics Show, produced by Telematics Update, is the premier conference for the automotive telematics industry. Providing key content and insights on the latest in telematics, the show attracts hundreds of senior executives from all major auto manufacturers as well as others in the automotive, wireless, and consumer electronics industries.
Hirschenberger's presentation will envision a world where the content and user interfaces found in vehicles can be changed or updated as easily as websites are changed. "That's what consumers will demand, and that is what we will deliver --relevant content and up-to-date, personalized user interfaces for the life of the vehicle," says Hirschenberger.
Hirschenberger will deliver his keynote at 9:40AM on Monday, January 7, 2013. The Consumer Telematics Show is held one day before the Consumer Electronics Show. For more about CTS, go to http://www.telematicsupdate.com/cts/conference-agenda.php.
About Agero
Agero Connected Services (ACS) is a leading provider of private-labeled, connected vehicle services for the automotive, insurance, and aftermarket industries. Based in Dallas, Texas, ACS launched the connected car market over 15 years ago and has led the development and management of systems for over 11 global automotive brands. ACS is a division of Medford, Mass.-based Agero, Inc., the leader in roadside assistance, claims management, and emergency services in the automotive and insurance industries. For more information, visit http://www.agero.com.
SOURCE Agero Connected Services
Agero Connected Services
CONTACT: Mary C. Campe, +1-415-954-7139, mcampe@sspr.com
Web Site: http://www.telematicsupdate.com
Company's Innovation Chief to Deliver Keynote on In-Vehicle Cloud Content Delivery Solution to Audience of Senior Executives from Automotive, Wireless, and Consumer Electronics Industries
DALLAS, Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Delivering ever-changing content and driver interfaces within connected vehicles will be the focus of a keynote address by Agero Connected Services at the 11(th) Annual Consumer Telematics Show (CTS), January 7, 2013 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Agero will unveil AgeroView?, its industry-leading cloud delivery platform at the show.
Frank Hirschenberger, Agero's senior director of Innovation, will deliver the keynote on "Ultimate Content Delivery for Smart Connected Vehicles," focusing on how rich content and services can be efficiently and flexibly delivered via the cloud to vehicle infotainment and control systems. Incorporating industry-leading technologies, content, and services, AgeroView will be able to coordinate with personal devices such as smartphones and tablets, and update applications and services over the lifetime of the vehicle--all while enriching the user experience.
The Consumer Telematics Show, produced by Telematics Update, is the premier conference for the automotive telematics industry. Providing key content and insights on the latest in telematics, the show attracts hundreds of senior executives from all major auto manufacturers as well as others in the automotive, wireless, and consumer electronics industries.
Hirschenberger's presentation will envision a world where the content and user interfaces found in vehicles can be changed or updated as easily as websites are changed. "That's what consumers will demand, and that is what we will deliver --relevant content and up-to-date, personalized user interfaces for the life of the vehicle," says Hirschenberger.
Hirschenberger will deliver his keynote at 9:40AM on Monday, January 7, 2013. The Consumer Telematics Show is held one day before the Consumer Electronics Show. For more about CTS, go to http://www.telematicsupdate.com/cts/conference-agenda.php.
About Agero
Agero Connected Services (ACS) is a leading provider of private-labeled, connected vehicle services for the automotive, insurance, and aftermarket industries. Based in Dallas, Texas, ACS launched the connected car market over 15 years ago and has led the development and management of systems for over 11 global automotive brands. ACS is a division of Medford, Mass.-based Agero, Inc., the leader in roadside assistance, claims management, and emergency services in the automotive and insurance industries. For more information, visit http://www.agero.com.
SOURCE Agero Connected Services
Agero Connected Services
CONTACT: Mary C. Campe, +1-415-954-7139, mcampe@sspr.com
Web Site: http://www.telematicsupdate.com
Verify Smart Corp launches new mobile channel service for Facebook Fan Page customers.
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 10:35:01 AM
Verify Smart Corp launches new mobile channel service for Facebook Fan Page customers.
FERNLEY, Nev., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Verify Smart Corporation (OTCBB:VSMR) a global innovator in financial fraud prevention and digital content distribution to the mobile channel today announced the launch of a new mobile channel service for Facebook Fan Pages and Twitter.
The Verify Smart/iMobile "opt-in" service provides Brands, Media outlets, Agencies and other Businesses the ability to interact with Facebook Fan Page visitors and Twitter followers with targeted mobile messages via text messaging (SMS) and multi-media messaging (MMS).
By incorporating this service within their Fan Page, Website or Twitter message, businesses gain expanded communications options based on a group of consumers who are favorably inclined toward their products and services.
"Top international brands spend a substantial portion of their marketing budgets identifying likely consumers," said Paul R. DiMarco, co-founder and CEO of iMobile Interactive. "In recent years millions of visitors to Facebook fan pages have come to represent a lucrative market. What has been lacking was a simple way to register, and then subsequently "push" information based on the visitors' wants and needs associated with the brand. We provide a global solution that delivers the brands' message directly to the consumer's mobile phone regardless of the type of device."
Anthony Cinotti, President of Verify Smart added "This innovative service enables top brands, including sports figures, celebrities and others the ability to take advantage of directly communicating with their millions of followers regardless of whether their mobile phone is internet enabled or not." "We see this service as providing new revenue streams for top brands with little or no upfront costs," Cinotti added.
About Verify Smart Corporation:
Verify Smart Corp is an international technology company that develops and markets innovative solutions for the global wireless market. The company markets specialized applications for the prevention of debit/credit card and electronic transaction fraud in the global marketplace. The company's patented technology dramatically reduces fraud for consumer clients, credit card companies, financial institutions and merchants. The company is focused on delivering robust and long term solutions for the security challenged transaction processing industry in addition to developing and marketing innovative wireless channel solutions for Consumer Brands, Educational Institutions and the Sports and Entertainment industries. http://www.areyouverified.comwww.imobileinteractive.com
SOURCE Verify Smart Corporation
Verify Smart Corporation
CONTACT: admin@areyouverified.com
Web Site: http://www.areyouverified.com
FERNLEY, Nev., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Verify Smart Corporation (OTCBB:VSMR) a global innovator in financial fraud prevention and digital content distribution to the mobile channel today announced the launch of a new mobile channel service for Facebook Fan Pages and Twitter.
The Verify Smart/iMobile "opt-in" service provides Brands, Media outlets, Agencies and other Businesses the ability to interact with Facebook Fan Page visitors and Twitter followers with targeted mobile messages via text messaging (SMS) and multi-media messaging (MMS).
By incorporating this service within their Fan Page, Website or Twitter message, businesses gain expanded communications options based on a group of consumers who are favorably inclined toward their products and services.
"Top international brands spend a substantial portion of their marketing budgets identifying likely consumers," said Paul R. DiMarco, co-founder and CEO of iMobile Interactive. "In recent years millions of visitors to Facebook fan pages have come to represent a lucrative market. What has been lacking was a simple way to register, and then subsequently "push" information based on the visitors' wants and needs associated with the brand. We provide a global solution that delivers the brands' message directly to the consumer's mobile phone regardless of the type of device."
Anthony Cinotti, President of Verify Smart added "This innovative service enables top brands, including sports figures, celebrities and others the ability to take advantage of directly communicating with their millions of followers regardless of whether their mobile phone is internet enabled or not." "We see this service as providing new revenue streams for top brands with little or no upfront costs," Cinotti added.
About Verify Smart Corporation:
Verify Smart Corp is an international technology company that develops and markets innovative solutions for the global wireless market. The company markets specialized applications for the prevention of debit/credit card and electronic transaction fraud in the global marketplace. The company's patented technology dramatically reduces fraud for consumer clients, credit card companies, financial institutions and merchants. The company is focused on delivering robust and long term solutions for the security challenged transaction processing industry in addition to developing and marketing innovative wireless channel solutions for Consumer Brands, Educational Institutions and the Sports and Entertainment industries. http://www.areyouverified.comwww.imobileinteractive.com
SOURCE Verify Smart Corporation
Verify Smart Corporation
CONTACT: admin@areyouverified.com
Web Site: http://www.areyouverified.com
Desktop App Analytics Platform, MarkedUp, Launches Giving Premium Developers Actionable User Insights
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 19, 2012 at 10:35:01 AM
Desktop App Analytics Platform, MarkedUp, Launches Giving Premium Developers Actionable User Insights
MuckerLab Company; Developer-Focused Analytics-as-a-Service Platform Debuts for Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8 to Help Developers Maximize In-App Purchases and Boost Conversions, Profit.
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --MarkedUp, the first analytics platform for both desktop and premium mobile applications, launched out of MuckerLab today giving Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8 app developers access to actionable user insights and behavioral data to help improve user experiences and maximize free-to-paid conversion and monetization.
The desktop application ecosystem is 10x larger than any other native development platform, yet there are no analytic solutions available. On mobile devices, all the available native analytics services target "free" app developers by providing them with data optimize in-app advertising, and ultimately hoping to persuade developers to adopt their in-house advertising solution. MarkedUp gives premium native app developers across desktop and mobile the data they need to drive in-app purchases, trial conversions, subscriptions and more fulfilling a huge vacuum in the marketplace for premium apps that monetize directly through sales.
"When I worked at Microsoft, I had a chance to work closely with dozens of app developers who were porting popular iOS and Android titles to Windows Phone and Windows Desktop - absolutely none of them had found a viable analytics solution much less a solution that provided them the analytics and information they need to sustainably monetize their apps on ANY platform," said MarkedUp CEO Aaron Stannard, a former Microsoft Developer Evangelist. "Most analytics services for native apps today are really geared towards free or advertising-supported apps; MarkedUp is built to help premium developers who are selling goods directly to their end-users maximize profit and value."
MarkedUp's analytics platform launches with full support for Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8, making it the first analytics provider to make its Windows 8 offerings publicly available to developers; MarkedUp has plans to support OS X and other desktop platforms in the future.
By supporting Windows 8 first MarkedUp seeks to provide the $100b+ desktop software market with an analytics platform that helps them convert more trial users into paying customers.
"Windows 8 will change the way we design and build apps," said Matt Thompson, Microsoft General Manager of Developer Platform Evangelism, "we're moving to a world where app developers can target every device with a single development platform - from desktop to tablet to phone and they expect the same real-time user experience feedback and monetization analytics found on web platforms. This presents radical opportunities for companies that help developers to monetize and build sustainable businesses from their applications."
"Tim Cook announced in October that Apple had paid out over $6.5b to developers[i] over all four years of the App Store. Symantec, the makers of Norton Antivirus, did just over $6b in FY11[ii] alone last year. The top Windows downloads on Download.com have close to half a billion total installs - there are very few mobile apps with that kind of reach. The desktop ecosystem is not just several orders of magnitude larger than mobile, but also has real money flowing through it;" continued Stannard. "We see Windows 8 as the future of the desktop: a convergence between mobile, tablet, and traditional desktop computing; by starting there and MarkedUp can give developers the tools they need to be successful in the Windows Store."
MarkedUp's Analytics SDK installs easily into any Windows 8 or Windows Phone 8 application, whether it's built using C# and .NET, C/C++ or HTML5 and JavaScript - MarkedUp is the only analytics services that supports all three Windows 8 development platforms. Once installed, the SDK captures and transmits user data unobtrusively, with zero impact on app performance, and can even cache activity data when the device has poor service quality or is disconnected from the Internet for future transmission when connectivity allows.
In addition to reporting on user's in-app activity, MarkedUp can be customized to track developer-specified events to help show developers which features and screens of their apps actually get used, and by whom. MarkedUp makes the collected data easy to understand and digest with interactive charts, tables and reports in time-series format. The system captures and displays granular detail, down to the user's click-thru path that sparked a purchase, or the user behavior leading up to an error or exception to aid in troubleshooting.
"When it comes to premium apps, both desktop and mobile, developers need to be able to see how all of the different touchpoints affect whether or not a user eventually converts into a paying customer; because if you can't measure it, then you can't control it," said Stannard. "This is why we provide a holistic view to our customers when it comes to analytics - logging errors, screen views, the user's country or currency, and conversion events are all equals when it comes to understand what drove a completed sale or an abandoned one. If you aren't invested in a system that helps you measure these things, then you're leaving a lot of money on the table."
MarkedUp is currently in beta and is free for all users; when the beta period ends the first 1,000,000 data points each app accrues per month will be free and then $99 a month for each additional data point.
The first 500 developers to sign up for MarkedUp will receive a free 2-year license to use MarkedUp regardless of data volume if they go to https://markedup.com/launch and register an account today.
Created by veteran Microsoft desktop and mobile ecosystem developer Stannard and multiple Windows Phone, AT&T and Nokia hackathon champion Erik Medina, MarkedUp is a MuckerLab startup.
About MarkedUp
MarkedUp delivers actionable analytics and user insights to desktop and mobile application developers to help them make better, data-driven decisions for managing their applications. MarkedUp is the only analytics platform available for Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8 developers and is fully compatible with both WinRT and WinJS. MarkedUp was founded in 2012 by a former Microsoft Developer Evangelist and a team of Windows ecosystem experts in Santa Monica, Calif. To learn more, visit https://markedup.com.
About MuckerLab:
MuckerLab is a privately funded startup accelerator focused on incubation-stage Internet software, services and media ventures in the Los Angeles market. Based on a mentorship-driven model, MuckerLab provides entrepreneurs with funding, puts them through a structured, three-month-long program and gives them access to a deep network of top-tier mentors and advisors. MuckerLab works side-by-side with Southern California's best technology entrepreneurs to enable them to build, launch, and finance their exceptional businesses, while helping to cultivate a more vibrant technology ecosystem in Los Angeles. For more information, go to http://www.muckerlab.com, twitter.com/muckerlab.
<hr></hr>
[i] "Apple announces 35 billion App Store downloads, $6.5 billion paid to developers;" The Next Web; 10/23/2012; http://thenextweb.com/apple/2012/10/23/apple-announces-35-billion-app-store-downloads-6-5-billion-paid-to-developers/
[ii] "Symantec Reports Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2011 Results;" Symantec.com; May 11, 2011; http://www.symantec.com/about/news/release/article.jsp?prid 110511_01
SOURCE MarkedUp
MarkedUp
CONTACT: Mary Campe, SS|PR, +1-415-954-7139, mcampe@sspr.com
Web Site: http://www.muckerlab.com
MuckerLab Company; Developer-Focused Analytics-as-a-Service Platform Debuts for Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8 to Help Developers Maximize In-App Purchases and Boost Conversions, Profit.
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Dec. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --MarkedUp, the first analytics platform for both desktop and premium mobile applications, launched out of MuckerLab today giving Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8 app developers access to actionable user insights and behavioral data to help improve user experiences and maximize free-to-paid conversion and monetization.
The desktop application ecosystem is 10x larger than any other native development platform, yet there are no analytic solutions available. On mobile devices, all the available native analytics services target "free" app developers by providing them with data optimize in-app advertising, and ultimately hoping to persuade developers to adopt their in-house advertising solution. MarkedUp gives premium native app developers across desktop and mobile the data they need to drive in-app purchases, trial conversions, subscriptions and more fulfilling a huge vacuum in the marketplace for premium apps that monetize directly through sales.
"When I worked at Microsoft, I had a chance to work closely with dozens of app developers who were porting popular iOS and Android titles to Windows Phone and Windows Desktop - absolutely none of them had found a viable analytics solution much less a solution that provided them the analytics and information they need to sustainably monetize their apps on ANY platform," said MarkedUp CEO Aaron Stannard, a former Microsoft Developer Evangelist. "Most analytics services for native apps today are really geared towards free or advertising-supported apps; MarkedUp is built to help premium developers who are selling goods directly to their end-users maximize profit and value."
MarkedUp's analytics platform launches with full support for Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8, making it the first analytics provider to make its Windows 8 offerings publicly available to developers; MarkedUp has plans to support OS X and other desktop platforms in the future.
By supporting Windows 8 first MarkedUp seeks to provide the $100b+ desktop software market with an analytics platform that helps them convert more trial users into paying customers.
"Windows 8 will change the way we design and build apps," said Matt Thompson, Microsoft General Manager of Developer Platform Evangelism, "we're moving to a world where app developers can target every device with a single development platform - from desktop to tablet to phone and they expect the same real-time user experience feedback and monetization analytics found on web platforms. This presents radical opportunities for companies that help developers to monetize and build sustainable businesses from their applications."
"Tim Cook announced in October that Apple had paid out over $6.5b to developers[i] over all four years of the App Store. Symantec, the makers of Norton Antivirus, did just over $6b in FY11[ii] alone last year. The top Windows downloads on Download.com have close to half a billion total installs - there are very few mobile apps with that kind of reach. The desktop ecosystem is not just several orders of magnitude larger than mobile, but also has real money flowing through it;" continued Stannard. "We see Windows 8 as the future of the desktop: a convergence between mobile, tablet, and traditional desktop computing; by starting there and MarkedUp can give developers the tools they need to be successful in the Windows Store."
MarkedUp's Analytics SDK installs easily into any Windows 8 or Windows Phone 8 application, whether it's built using C# and .NET, C/C++ or HTML5 and JavaScript - MarkedUp is the only analytics services that supports all three Windows 8 development platforms. Once installed, the SDK captures and transmits user data unobtrusively, with zero impact on app performance, and can even cache activity data when the device has poor service quality or is disconnected from the Internet for future transmission when connectivity allows.
In addition to reporting on user's in-app activity, MarkedUp can be customized to track developer-specified events to help show developers which features and screens of their apps actually get used, and by whom. MarkedUp makes the collected data easy to understand and digest with interactive charts, tables and reports in time-series format. The system captures and displays granular detail, down to the user's click-thru path that sparked a purchase, or the user behavior leading up to an error or exception to aid in troubleshooting.
"When it comes to premium apps, both desktop and mobile, developers need to be able to see how all of the different touchpoints affect whether or not a user eventually converts into a paying customer; because if you can't measure it, then you can't control it," said Stannard. "This is why we provide a holistic view to our customers when it comes to analytics - logging errors, screen views, the user's country or currency, and conversion events are all equals when it comes to understand what drove a completed sale or an abandoned one. If you aren't invested in a system that helps you measure these things, then you're leaving a lot of money on the table."
MarkedUp is currently in beta and is free for all users; when the beta period ends the first 1,000,000 data points each app accrues per month will be free and then $99 a month for each additional data point.
The first 500 developers to sign up for MarkedUp will receive a free 2-year license to use MarkedUp regardless of data volume if they go to https://markedup.com/launch and register an account today.
Created by veteran Microsoft desktop and mobile ecosystem developer Stannard and multiple Windows Phone, AT&T and Nokia hackathon champion Erik Medina, MarkedUp is a MuckerLab startup.
About MarkedUp
MarkedUp delivers actionable analytics and user insights to desktop and mobile application developers to help them make better, data-driven decisions for managing their applications. MarkedUp is the only analytics platform available for Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8 developers and is fully compatible with both WinRT and WinJS. MarkedUp was founded in 2012 by a former Microsoft Developer Evangelist and a team of Windows ecosystem experts in Santa Monica, Calif. To learn more, visit https://markedup.com.
About MuckerLab:
MuckerLab is a privately funded startup accelerator focused on incubation-stage Internet software, services and media ventures in the Los Angeles market. Based on a mentorship-driven model, MuckerLab provides entrepreneurs with funding, puts them through a structured, three-month-long program and gives them access to a deep network of top-tier mentors and advisors. MuckerLab works side-by-side with Southern California's best technology entrepreneurs to enable them to build, launch, and finance their exceptional businesses, while helping to cultivate a more vibrant technology ecosystem in Los Angeles. For more information, go to http://www.muckerlab.com, twitter.com/muckerlab.
<hr></hr>
[i] "Apple announces 35 billion App Store downloads, $6.5 billion paid to developers;" The Next Web; 10/23/2012; http://thenextweb.com/apple/2012/10/23/apple-announces-35-billion-app-store-downloads-6-5-billion-paid-to-developers/
[ii] "Symantec Reports Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2011 Results;" Symantec.com; May 11, 2011; http://www.symantec.com/about/news/release/article.jsp?prid 110511_01
SOURCE MarkedUp
MarkedUp
CONTACT: Mary Campe, SS|PR, +1-415-954-7139, mcampe@sspr.com
Web Site: http://www.muckerlab.com