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FORA.tv Selects CrowdOptic Mobile Technology to Track Live Audience Interest in Candidates During Final Presidential Debate

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- FORA.tv, the leading online destination for video programs from the world's best events and conferences, and CrowdOptic, a maker of crowd-powered mobile applications, today announced that they have teamed up to offer, for the first time, the ability to view the immediate reaction and interest of the in-person audience at the final presidential debate, through a real-time social activity stream available exclusively at FORA.tv.

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Online viewers of tonight's live stream of the final presidential debate on FORA.tv will be able to see how many people in the debate audience are watching and taking photos of one candidate versus another, as a measure of the crowd's interest, via a real-time social activity stream that will be displayed in a widget alongside the live stream.  In an accompanying feature, viewers will also be able to join in social media conversations online with live eyewitnesses at the event.

Powering this new capability at FORA.tv is a breakthrough mobile technology from CrowdOptic that uses the sensor technologies in the smartphones of the in-person audience members to create a new way to track the interest of a live audience.  CrowdOptic calculates, tags and analyzes where individuals in the audience are looking through their smartphones (their focus), and then displays the resulting photos and videos in a real-time activity stream.

"The integration of the CrowdOptic technology gives our online viewers a new way to engage with the live presidential debate, and you'll only see this kind of interaction on FORA.tv," said Blaise Zerega, CEO of FORA.tv.  "This debate is a great example of why FORA.tv exists. The live event can only seat an audience of a few hundred inside the auditorium, but there are millions of people who are interested in watching it as well.  By combining our live stream with the CrowdOptic technology, we are inviting our viewers to be active participants. Whether they are watching the debate on FORA.tv at home, on their iPad on the train,  or anywhere else,  our viewers will be able to see how the live, in-person audience is responding in real time to the debate, and will be able to weigh in and spark dialogue directly with the live audience members."

The live stream of the third and final presidential debate will begin tonight at 9:00 pm ET online at debate.fora.tv. 

About FORA.tv 
FORA.tv is the leading online destination for video programs from the world's best conferences and events. With more than 10,000 free and fee-based videos and its iPad "Conference Channel" app, FORA.tv has the web's largest collection of programs that feature the people, issues, and ideas changing the world. FORA.tv helps hundreds of organizations including the Aspen Institute, the Economist, the New York Public Library, and Wired expand the audience for their events. FORA.tv has been named a Top 50 Web Site by TIME, and a Top Education Site by The Telegraph. FORA.tv is funded by a select group of investors led by William R. Hearst III and is based in San Francisco. For more information, visit http://fora.tv.

About CrowdOptic
CrowdOptic is a new crowd-powered "heat" signal - the next evolution of location-based services that recognizes the hottest crowd activity as it occurs.  By tracking where smartphone cameras are located and where they are pointed, CrowdOptic can instantly filter mobile social media and create new opportunities for fan engagement.  CrowdOptic identifies, tags and rebroadcasts the live event experience to the world, on mobile, social TV and second screens.  CrowdOptic is a privately-held, venture-backed company based in San Francisco.  For more information, visit http://www.crowdoptic.com.

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CONTACT: CrowdOptic, media@crowdoptic.com, +1-650-291-3440

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Prolifiq Announces Inform Package

Prolifiq expands platform to help Life Sciences companies inform employees with internal news and mobile-enabled, compliant content.

BEAVERTON, Ore., Oct. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Prolifiq announced the Inform package, applications developed for the Life Sciences industry that enhance communications with employees and provide compliant content to their mobile sales force. Part of Prolifiq's dialog management platform, Inform includes three applications: READ, VIEW and MEASURE.

READ, a personalized, secure, corporate news reader, provides employees with the latest internal news, updates and training. READ brings consistency and accessibility to employee communications and combined with MEASURE, visibility to what is being consumed by whom and when.

VIEW helps marketing deliver to sales the latest approved and compliant content including videos, pdfs and other documents. Mobile employees access marketing content whenever and wherever utilizing VIEW's offline and online capabilities and the automatic version control alleviates the headaches and potential compliance issues of out-of-date content.

"Helping Life Sciences companies with the complexity of employee communications was a 'no brainer' in the expansion of our platform," said Jeff Gaus, CEO at Prolifiq.  "Traditional employee portals and intranets aren't keeping pace with the mobile, consumer-like experiences people expect. With Inform, employees have the latest and greatest content and news and administrators know it is role-based, compliant and measurable."

Complementing SEND and CONNECT, Prolifiq applications sales people use to engage with physicians and customers, Inform continues to deliver on the promise of an easy-to-use, one-stop, mobile platform for field-based employees.

"Sales teams are embracing the iPad, yet many of these organizations lack a vision for how these devices provide value beyond administrative support," said Maribel Lopez, Principal Analyst, Lopez Research LLC. "Mobile-enabling a business process requires more than simply porting an application to a tablet. A Life Sciences company must provide sales applications that leverage the unique attributes of mobile, such as location and context, to strengthen interactions with healthcare providers and employees, while driving return on investment."

"We can have Inform up and running in less than 30 days, providing a 'quick win' for managers looking to increase the value of their mobile device investments," said Jeff Gaus, CEO at Prolifiq. "At the same time, the Prolifiq platform provides companies with a flexible foundation to expand and support their mobile strategy."

About Prolifiq

Prolifiq provides a dialog management platform Life Sciences companies use to inform employees and engage customers in meaningful business conversations using controlled compliant content.  Prolifiq's hybrid, cloud platform, integrates with third-party applications and internal systems, leveraging companies' existing IT investments. http://www.prolifiq.com

Legal Notice: All rights reserved. Prolifiq is either a trademark or registered trademark and the Prolifiq logo is a trademark of Prolifiq Software, Inc. Product specifications are subject to change without notice.

SOURCE  Prolifiq Software

Prolifiq Software

CONTACT: Lisa Parker, Prolifiq Software, +1-503-684-1415, lisa.parker@prolifiq.com

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

Atmel Expands into Rapidly Growing Ultrabook and Notebook Markets with New Windows 8 Certified mXT3432S

Enables Touchscreens Up to 17.3" with High Performance and Fast Touch Response

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Atmel(® )Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML), a leader in microcontroller and touch technology solutions, today announced it is shipping the maXTouch(®) S Series touchscreen controllers designed for the rapidly growing Ultrabook(TM) and notebook markets. Building upon the success of the maXTouch S Series, the new Windows 8 Certified Atmel mXT3432S is a touchscreen controller with a small footprint optimized for touchscreens up to 17.3 inches.

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As a co-engineering collaborator with Microsoft, Atmel has helped develop high performance touchscreen specifications to support prominent features of Windows 8. These include first-touch latency, finger separation, and support for up to 10 simultaneous touches on the screen as well as edge gestures.

Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are demanding touch integration into Ultrabooks and notebooks. The move to thinner, lighter devices with larger touchscreens requires higher noise immunity due to the adoption of shieldless sensors, as well as more data processing due to higher node count. The mXT3432S enables designers to develop a new class of touch-optimized products that meet their design requirements. The new controller is designed to meet the requirements of  Windows 8, and also supports Linux and Android.

The mXT3432S is Atmel's first touch controller for Ultrabooks and notebooks featuring patented technologies. Atmel's patented noise immunity technology ensures robust performance with various chargers in noisy environments. Atmel also offers a technology that allows the use of thinner and lighter touch sensors that do not require an extra indium tin oxide (ITO) shielding layer, reducing thickness and cost to help system designers create thinner, lighter and larger Ultrabooks and notebooks. These two technologies also result in the industry's highest signal-to-noise ratio, enabling mXT3432S controller-based Ultrabooks and notebooks to deliver high-performance touch capabilities.

"The Ultrabook and notebook markets are forecasted to reach nearly 300 million units by 2015," said Randy Lawson, principal analyst and manager, display electronics and consumer electronics research at IHS. "And with the upcoming Windows 8 launch, it is anticipated that touchscreens will quickly make their way into these devices. Atmel's launch of the maXTouch mXT3432S, designed to support Windows 8 and touchscreens up to 17.3", is aimed directly at touch-enabled displays within the notebook PC space and rapidly growing Ultrabook segment of the market."

"The rapid adoption of our maXTouch S controllers in smartphones and tablets confirms that we are meeting our customer demands for thinner, lighter and larger touchscreen displays," said Jon Kiachian, vice president of touch marketing, Atmel Corporation. "And now, with the introduction of the mXT3432S, consumers can soon expect to find Ultrabooks and notebooks with rich and easy-to-use touch capabilities. By using Atmel maXTouch S touchscreen controllers, designers can integrate unparalleled touch performance, ultra-low power consumption and superior noise immunity into a variety of touch-enabled applications--ranging from smartphones to tablets, and now Ultrabooks and notebooks."

Availability
Production quantities of the Atmel mXT3432S controllers are available now.

About maXTouch S Devices
Atmel maXTouch S Series devices provide intelligent touch-processing algorithms, unparalleled noise suppression, high responsiveness and pinpoint precision. Devices in the maXTouch S Series are highly responsive and provide a high-fidelity touch experience--even in the most punishing noise environments. For more information, visit http://www.atmel.com/microsite/maxtouch_sseries. 

More Information
To see the latest videos, visit the Atmel YouTube Channel at http://www.atmel.com/youtube or follow Atmel on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook for more news.

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, maXTouch(®) and others are registered trademarks or trademarks of Atmel Corporation or its subsidiaries. Windows(®) is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp. in the U.S. and or other countries. Other terms and product names may be trademarks of others.

Press Contact:
Agnes Toan, PR Manager
Tel: (+1) 408-487-2963, Email: agnes.toan@atmel.com

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WD® Portable Hard Drives Certified For Use With Windows To Go

My Passport® Enterprise Delivers Fully Manageable Corporate Workspace on a Bootable 500 GB Portable Hard Drive

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- WD(®), a subsidiary of Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC), and a world leader in external storage and solutions for today's connected life, today introduced My Passport(®) Enterprise, one of the industry's first portable hard drives designed specifically for use with Microsoft Corp.'s Windows To Go, which enables corporate customers to provision a fully featured Windows 8 workspace on a bootable USB drive.

My Passport Enterprise includes 500 GB of storage space, while still maintaining a sleek and compact design for maximum portability. The capacity and portability allows users to easily carry all their data and settings so they can quickly boot and run their personalized Windows 8 system on any compatible PC in the office, at home or on the go. Additionally, setup is fast and easy with the WD Compass utility included with My Passport Enterprise.

"The way we work has radically shifted in the past several years, from bring-your-own-device trends to an increasingly mobile workforce, and we are delighted to work with WD to help deliver the Windows To Go experience on My Passport Enterprise," said Karri Alexion-Tiernan director of product marketing, Windows Enterprise, Microsoft.

Additionally, with security a top priority for corporate customers, My Passport Enterprise provides peace of mind through support of BitLocker full disk encryption. Data on the My Passport Enterprise separates itself from the host PC's internal hard drive to avoid any accidental data disclosure. Security is further enforced as My Passport Enterprise leaves no traces of data on the host computer.

"My Passport Enterprise is an excellent solution for users who need to use their Windows 8 corporate environment from any compatible computer," said Thomas Gallivan, vice president of marketing for WD's SMB solutions group.  "When businesses use My Passport with Windows To Go, employees have the ability to use their same settings and apps on multiple computers, at home or in-office. We see My Passport Enterprise helping increase employee productivity and efficiency for corporate customers while also providing the workplace flexibility that employees are looking for."

Price and Availability

My Passport Enterprise comes with a two year limited warranty and will be available October 26th at authorized Microsoft resellers and online at http://www.wdstore.com with a MSRP of $119.99 USD.

About WD

WD, a Western Digital company, is a long-time innovator and storage industry leader. As a storage technology pacesetter, the company produces reliable, high-performance hard disk drives and solid state drives. These drives are deployed by OEMs and integrators in desktop and mobile computers, enterprise computing systems, embedded systems and consumer electronics applications, as well as by the company in providing its own storage products. WD's leading storage devices and systems, networking products, media players and software solutions empower people around the world to easily save, store, protect, share and experience their content on multiple devices. WD was established in 1970 and is headquartered in Irvine, California. For more information, please visit the company's website at http://www.wd.com.

Western Digital Corp. (NASDAQ: WDC), Irvine, Calif., is a global provider of products and services that empower people to create, manage, experience and preserve digital content. Its companies design and manufacture storage devices, networking equipment and home entertainment products under the WD, HGST and G-Technology brands. Visit the Investor section of the company's website (http://www.westerndigital.com) to access a variety of financial and investor information.

Western Digital, WD, the WD logo, and My Passport are registered trademarks in the U.S. and other countries. Other marks may be mentioned herein that belong to other companies. Pictures shown may vary from actual products. Not all products or services may be available in all regions of the world. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment.

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CONTACT: Steven Johansson, WD Press Relations, 949.672.9940, steven.johansson@wdc.com, or Bob Blair, WD Investor Relations, 949.672.7834, Robert.Blair@wdc.com

Raytheon acquires technology development firm Teligy, Inc.

Extends critical cybersecurity offerings in wireless communications

GARLAND, Texas, Oct. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) has acquired Teligy, Inc., a technology development company, further extending Raytheon's cybersecurity offerings in wireless communications, vulnerability analysis, reverse engineering and custom kernel software/device driver development. These critical focus areas represent top priorities of intelligence, defense and commercial organizations worldwide.

Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The transaction will not materially impact Raytheon's total company sales or earnings per share for the fourth quarter of 2012 or fiscal year 2013.

Teligy excels at transitioning prototype and proof of concept cyber products into deployable solutions. Coupled with Raytheon's existing expertise, Teligy enables Raytheon to cover the entire communication stack for both wired and RF technologies across all relevant platforms, and provides access to emerging markets.

"The Teligy acquisition adds critical wireless capabilities that address the needs of our cybersecurity customers in the intelligence, DoD and federal communities," said Lynn Dugle, president of Raytheon's Intelligence and Information Systems business. "Teligy is comprised of highly skilled and proven performers with strong customer focus, and we are excited to welcome them as members of our team."

Founded in 2002, Teligy, Inc., is headquartered in Greer, S.C. Co-founders Vic Gunter, vice president of Engineering, and Jason Yates, vice president of Development, will remain with the company.

"We are thrilled with this opportunity to join the Raytheon team," said Yates. "This acquisition will enable Teligy to rapidly scale our capabilities and bring additional value to both Raytheon and Teligy customers."

The acquisition of Teligy marks Raytheon's 11th cyber-related acquisition since 2007. Raytheon continues to build upon its innovative, non-traditional approaches to cyber resiliency in the face of advanced persistent threats. Raytheon's three decades of experience in cybersecurity provides customers with solutions to anticipate, withstand, recover and evolve from cyber attack and new threats as they emerge.

About Raytheon
Raytheon Company, with 2011 sales of $25 billion and 71,000 employees worldwide, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, homeland security and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning 90 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. Raytheon is headquartered in Waltham, Mass. For more about Raytheon, visit us at http://www.raytheon.com and follow us on Twitter @raytheon.

Media Contact

Chris Corsbie
+1.321.253.7846
iispr@raytheon.com

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Raytheon Company

Strategy to Expand Market Profile to EMPO Shareholders is Now Online

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Empowered Products, Inc. (EMPO), an emerging leader in the high-growth sexual wellness sector through its trademark PINK® and GunOil® brands, is pleased to direct the investment community to its updated EMPO Shareholder Communique for the current quarter.

Scott Fraser, president and CEO of Empowered Products, commented, "In addition to our ongoing pursuit of expanding both sales and the global recognition of our brand names, I want our shareholders to be aware of our active commitment to raise our profile as an emerging growth story to the publicly traded markets."

Please review our EMPO Shareholder Communique at the following link:

http://www.empoweredproducts.com/investorsir_201210.php

About Empowered Products, Inc.

Empowered Products, in just its first nine years of operation, has quickly forged a leading presence in the global wellness industry with the development, manufacture, and distribution of currently 17 high quality, elegantly packaged wellness products. Headquartered in Nevada, USA, the Company's empowering products are currently available at over 3,000 retail locations in more than 30 countries spanning four continents. Investors are encouraged to visit the Company's website at http://www.EmpoweredProducts.com and to call the EMPO Shareholder Request Line: 877-305-1160.  The Company's media-contact line is 877-305-1161.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the "safe-harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are not historical facts. These statements  can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "believe," "expect," "may," "will," "should," "project," "plan," "seek," "intend," or "anticipate" or the negative thereof or comparable terminology, and include discussions of strategy, and statements about industry trends and the Company's future performance, operations, and products. Such statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause the Company's actual results to differ materially from the results expressed or implied by such statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, market acceptance of the Company's new line of wellness supplements; the Company's compliance with applicable Food and Drug Administration regulations; the Company's reliance on third-party contractors to mix and produce its products; the Company's ability to increase its production and bottling capacity; the Company's ability to develop an effective marketing strategy; the Company's ability to control and reduce advertising and marketing costs; the Company's ability to develop and increase awareness of its brand; the Company's ability to protect its trademarks; the success of the Company's new marketing focus to retail buyers; the Company's ability to obtain a favorable Nielsen rating; the Company's ability to obtain certification in individual countries in the European Union; the Company's ability to sell its products in South America; the Company's exposure to product liability claims and intellectual property claims from third parties; and the Company's reliance on the expected growth in demand for its products. For a discussion of these and other risks and uncertainties see "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in the Company's public filings with the SEC. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, there can be no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. The Company has no obligation to update the forward-looking information contained in this press release.

SOURCE  Empowered Products, Inc.

Empowered Products, Inc.

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

EvaluatePharma® Launches Tracking Drugs@FDA

LONDON, October 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

    Tracking Drugs@FDA and Orange Book Patent Data Provides Unrivaled Analysis of FDA
Market Intelligence

    EvaluatePharma [http://www.evaluatepharma.com ], the premier source for life science
sector analysis and consensus forecasts, today launched a new service enhancement,
Tracking Drugs@FDA, which gives clients access to the entire universe of approved FDA
drugs and the related FDA document library as well as FDA Orange Book patent data - all
fully integrated into the industry-leading EvaluatePharma platform and analytical tools.

    "Through our proprietary software platform and meticulous data standardization,
Tracking Drugs@FDA finally unlocks the value of the massive FDA approval & patent
datasets, whatever your area of interest might be," said Anthony Raeside, Head of
Research, EvaluatePharma.

    Tracking Drugs@FDA provides unmatched regulatory approval analysis such as the ability
to:

       
        - Find in-depth information on FDA approved brand names, generic drugs and
          therapeutic biological products, including orphan drugs
        - Track FDA approvals by company, pharma class, therapeutics area, indication
          and formulation
        - Review labels for approved drug products
        - Track generics landscape against a brand name drug product using a unique
          Generics Availability analysis field to detail active approvals (ANDA) and tentative
          approvals
        - Find therapeutically equivalent drug products for a brand name or generic
        - Analyze the entire generic landscape by EvaluatePharma's proprietary generic
          equivalent field: active ingredient, formulation and dosage
        - Access Orange Book data to track latest product patent and exclusivity
        - Find products approved by company

    Tracking Drugs@FDA also features the standard capabilities provided by
EvaluatePharma's proven platform including the ability to search and drill-down in fine
detail, create and export highly customized reports and manage and receive new
deeper-level data alerts via email.

    Tracking Drugs@FDA is included in the latest version of the EvaluatePharma service,
which covers the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sector. Visit our website
[http://evaluatepharma.com/OurProducts_TrackingDrugsatFDA.aspx ] to learn more about this
enhancement and how you can gain access to intelligence you can act on.

    About EvaluatePharma

    Since 1996, EvaluatePharma [http://www.evaluatepharma.com ] has been the premier
source for life science sector analysis, delivering exclusive, trusted commercial insight
into industry performance through its proprietary platform. EvaluatePharma
[http://www.evaluatepharma.com ] is staffed by a team of over 85 dedicated healthcare
analysts employing rigorous methodologies to collate, organize and deliver the
most-up-to-date commercial performance data available. An award winning editorial team of
journalists writing under the EP Vantage(R) name support EvaluatePharma's analysis. The
company's newest service offering, EvaluateMedTech [http://www.evaluatemedtech.com ](TM),
provides the first consensus view of the medical device and diagnostic industry. The
EvaluatePharma services enable the life science community to make sound business decisions
about value and opportunity. For more information please visit
http://www.EvaluatePharma.com.

       
        Media Contacts:
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Infosys Completes Acquisition of Lodestone Holding AG

BANGALORE, India, October 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

             Agreement creates world-class team to accelerate transformation and

                                  innovation-led growth

    Infosys, a global leader in consulting and technology, today announced it has
completed the acquisition of Lodestone Holding AG, a leading management consultancy based
in Switzerland.

    The acquisition is in accordance with the terms set out in the agreement announced on
September 10
[http://www.infosys.com/newsroom/press-releases/Pages/infosys-to-acquire-lodestone.aspx ].
The deal strengthens the management consulting capabilities of Infosys around the world,
adding more than 750 experienced consultants and 200 clients in wide-ranging areas such as
manufacturing and the automotive and life sciences industries.

    "Our clients are looking for help driving the transformations that will allow them to
be successful in a challenging and dynamic market," said Mr. S.D. Shibulal, CEO & Managing
Director, Infosys. "Combining our global scale with Lodestone's consulting heritage
creates a world-class team that can bring clients a broad spectrum of capabilities across
consulting, systems integration, and outsourcing."

    About Infosys

    Infosys partners with global enterprises to drive their innovation-led growth. That's
why Forbes ranked Infosys 19 among the top 100 most innovative companies. As a leading
provider of next-generation consulting, technology and outsourcing solutions, Infosys
helps clients in more than 30 countries realize their goals. Visit
http://www.infosys.com and see how Infosys (NASDAQ: INFY), with its 150,000+ people,
is Building Tomorrow's Enterprise(R) today.

                                            # # #

    Safe Harbor

    Certain statements in this release concerning our future growth prospects are
forward-looking statements, which involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could
cause actual results to differ materially from those in such forward-looking statements.
The risks and uncertainties relating to these statements include, but are not limited to,
risks and uncertainties regarding fluctuations in earnings, fluctuations in foreign
exchange rates, our ability to manage growth, intense competition in IT services including
those factors which may affect our cost advantage, wage increases in India, our ability to
attract and retain highly skilled professionals, time and cost overruns on fixed-price,
fixed-time frame contracts, client concentration, restrictions on immigration, industry
segment concentration, our ability to manage our international operations, reduced demand
for technology in our key focus areas, disruptions in telecommunication networks or system
failures, our ability to successfully complete and integrate potential acquisitions,
liability for damages on our service contracts, the success of the companies in which
Infosys has made strategic investments, withdrawal or expiration of governmental fiscal
incentives, political instability and regional conflicts, legal restrictions on raising
capital or acquiring companies outside India, and unauthorized use of our intellectual
property and general economic conditions affecting our industry. Additional risks that
could affect our future operating results are more fully described in our United States
Securities and Exchange Commission filings including our Annual Report on Form 20-F for
the fiscal year ended March 31, 2012 and on Form 6-K for the quarters ended September 30,
2011, December 31, 2011 and June 30, 2012.These filings are available at
http://www.sec.gov. Infosys may, from time to time, make additional written and oral
forward-looking statements, including statements contained in the company's filings with
the Securities and Exchange Commission and our reports to shareholders. The company does
not undertake to update any forward-looking statements that may be made from time to time
by or on behalf of the company.

Infosys Ltd

CONTACT: For further information please contact: EMEA: Paul de Lara, Infosys Ltd., United Kingdom, Phone: +44-2075162748, Paul_delara@infosys.com; Asia Pacific: Sarah Vanita Gideon, Infosys Ltd., India, Phone: +91-80-4156-4998, Sarah_Gideon@infosys.com; Australia: Cristin Balog, Infosys Ltd., Australia, Phone: +61-3-9860-2277, Cristin_Balog@infosys.com; Americas Danielle D'Angelo, Infosys Ltd., United States, Phone: +1-510-859-5783, Danielle_DAngelo@infosys.com

New Website Lets Consumers Shop for Tires Online and Still Buy Local

Tireteam.com marries online benefits with trusted customer service

ALLIANCE, Ohio, Oct. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Terry's Tire Town announces a new website that allows consumers across the Midwest and Eastern United States to enjoy the benefits of online shopping and the customer service of trusted local tire dealers.

The new website at http://www.tireteam.com draws on advanced technology to allow consumers to price multiple brands online while placing an order for next-day installation at a participating local dealer.

The website responds to trends showing that tire shoppers rely on the Internet to decide what to buy, while still making purchases in brick-and-mortar stores.  The advantage of the tireteam.com website is that it directs consumers to trusted dealers once they have made informed decisions online.

"In addition to convenience and an ability to shop features and prices online, customers tap into a network of independent tire dealers who are trained, certified and recognized by the manufacturers," said Terry's Tire Town CEO Will Tolerton.

"We believe that gives the Internet shopper the best possible tire buying experience.  Our network of independent tire dealers is the real strength behind the program."

More than 300 dealers are already participating in the tireteam.com network, and that number is expected to grow rapidly.

The tireteam.com website offers tires in all major brands, including Michelin, Bridgestone, Goodyear, Continental, Yokohama, Mastercraft, and Kumho.  More importantly, tireteam.com features the authorized dealers associated with these brands. 

Terry's Tire Town developed the tireteam.com website in partnership with Cookeville, Tenn.-based Tire Company Solutions (TCS).  Specializing in software applications, TCS also supplies Terry's Tire Town with web-based point-of-sales tracking systems, inventory control and other business services. 

For dealers, the tireteam.com website and related web-based services allow for the integration of essential technologies necessary for high efficiency. 

By taking advantage of the full suite of services, dealers can manage inventory, sales, business transactions and e-commerce from a single online platform. 

"Through seamless integration, a dealer's website and tireteam.com can work together to get tires off racks and installed on cars,'' said Tolerton.  "A dealer's inventory combines with our inventory in a comprehensive ordering portal that is open 24/7."

Terry's Tire Town, based in Alliance, Ohio, stocks more than 1 million tires on an average day in all sizes and brands in 11 state-of-the-art warehouses across the Eastern and Midwestern United States.  The company also administers American Car Care Centers (ACCC) and Eco Express programs in 12 states.

Contact: Devon Miller at dmiller@tireteam.com or 800-235-2921

SOURCE  Terry's Tire Town

Terry's Tire Town

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

The Xbox Files: Modding guru solves the latest case of traveling gamers' blues with an ultra-portable Xbox 360 laptop in element14's "The Ben Heck Show"

Current Episode wraps up season two with more than 6 million views worldwide; sneak preview of action-packed season three now available, Heck Yeah!

CHICAGO, Oct. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- element14, the first collaborative engineering community and electronics store for design engineers and technology enthusiasts, and modding guru Benjamin J. Heckendorn, a.k.a.Ben Heck, wrap up season two of "The Ben Heck Show" with a bang, designing an uber sleek and compact Xbox 360(TM) laptop for portable gaming. "The Xbox Files" show underscores Ben's ongoing quest to build user-friendly gadgets, segueing into a third season packed with all-new, entertaining mods beginning early November.

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Ben deconstructs the Xbox gaming system to integrate new, enhanced features, including an upgraded ring of light, a TI audio amplifier for built-in stereo sound, and a volume control with only one input to streamline game controls. Ben also designs and routes a custom case using nothing more than a bit of ribbon wire, DIY-finesse and ingenuity. The end result is a perfectly built, slim and portable Xbox 360 Laptop with all the sought-after outputs - optical, HDMI, Ethernet, and USB - providing professional and amateur gamers with endless gaming whether at home or on-the-move.

"I couldn't think of a more fitting way to close-out the second season of the show," said Ben.  "Let's face it - I began my modding career by building a portable device, and I enjoyed ending a second successful season with another magnificent, infinitely portable build for the avid gamers out there." 

Fans of the show are invited to tune in on Nov. 2 exclusively on element14 to watch the first episode of the dynamic third season of "The Ben Heck Show," designed to provide modders and DIYers an enhanced viewing experiencing. Airing in 10-minute weekly segments, viewers will gain even more problem-solving fodder, as well as unique design insight and inspiration. A sneak peek and video introduction to the new season are available here.

"We continue to receive praise and positive feedback from the element14 Community about 'The Ben Heck Show' as an educational and entertaining resource," said Kevin Yapp, chief marketing officer, Premier Farnell, parent company of element14. "While this episode marks the end of an exciting second season, viewers and fans can look forward to a bigger and better third season, with a heck-of-a-lot more mods and DIY tips, and of course, loads more Ben."

Editors' Notes:
An image of Ben's newest Xbox 360(TM) laptop mod designed for portable gaming is available at:
http://mkt-element-14.com/files/janice/Ben52.jpg

A sneak peek video introduction to the new season is available at: http://youtu.be/ZcY0e92omQ4

About "The Ben Heck Show"
"The Ben Heck Show" is an online television series aired in English that's dedicated to the science and art of system and hardware modding with a global audience of design engineers, students and electronic enthusiasts. Sponsored exclusively by element14, each episode spotlights Ben's mods of popular electronic devices while educating viewers on the underlying technology powering each project.

About element14
Launched in June 2009, element14 is the first information portal, collaborative community and electronics store specifically built for electronic design engineers. The community recently unveiled its element14 knode, a unique automated platform that enables engineers to quickly research, design, develop and prototype in a single, intelligent environment. element14 is an innovative offering from Premier Farnell plc (LSE:pfl), FTSE 250, a leader in multi-channel electronics distribution trading throughout Europe (Farnell), the Americas (Newark) and Asia Pacific (element14). The company had group sales of £990.8m and underlying profits of £93.3m last year.

US Media Contacts:
Stephanie Johnson
Walt & Company
408.369.7200 x1048
sjohnson@walt.com

Janice Fleisher
element14
773.907.5941
jfleisher@newark.com

SOURCE  element14

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Web Site: http://www.element14.com

SiteTrail Declines Acquisition by Tech Giant, Launches New Tools for Education and Employment

SiteTrail.com expands its free tools from web analysis and news to education and niche employment opportunities for web and media professionals.

LONDON, Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The recent success story of SiteTrail has evolved. Until recently it was notorious mainly for attracting high visitor levels by providing publishers with fresh digital news and indeed also for hosting some of the most powerful domain research tools that would almost make website owners feel stalked.

Since the launch of SiteTrail users could already keep track of their favourite websites, perform unlimited searches pertaining to typical "Whois," "What is my IP" and intensive registrar lookups. Boasting an entire range of the best free domain tools is nothing new on SiteTrail. Whilst the site was intended to serve mainly Web2.0 enthusiasts, it in fact saw divorce lawyers, private investigators and researchers from everywhere lining up to use its free services, the concept became viral in a matter of months and the company had to triple its server capacity with Amazon to keep up.

SiteTrail unveiled a new strategy and is reaching out further to people around the world as it extends its free set of web tools and information sharing capacity.

Here is what SiteTrail.com has in store for its readers:

    --  SiteTrail will intelligently aggregate a selection of IT, design and
        publishing courses that will be free of charge to anyone accessing it
        via the internet or publically.
    --  To find, evaluate and suggest some of the top courses from institutions
        such as MIT, Yale, Stanford and Berkeley which is likely to prompt
        learners to become creative thinkers and inspire innovation.
    --  The SiteTrail career section and Web2.0 and social media jobs.
Recent partnerships:

SiteTrail has already established partnerships with Top2Seo.com and Myfreecoursesonline.com who will be major contributors to the learning library. Besides free training videos and links they will also provide guidance and analysis on educational and short course trends that are good to follow.

How to get involved with SiteTrail:

Organizations and individual philanthropists who are investors in people may contact us via the SiteTrail website.

News agencies and blogs may syndicate our content via RSS or Twitter feeds at no charge, the easiest way to stay up to date with SiteTrail developments is by following us on twitter.

http://www.sitetrail.com

SOURCE  SiteTrail

SiteTrail

CONTACT: Tess Bryan, SiteTrail, +02032860118

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

Objet Showcases Exquisite Examples of Professional 3D Printing Applications at the 3D Printshow

RHEINMUENSTER, Germany, October 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

                Objet stand P19 Level 2, Porter Tun Room, The Brewery, London.

           Seminar session: How 3D printing is used within their business by Legacy

     Effects' Jason Lopes Saturday, 20th October 15:00-16:00 and Sunday 21st October

                                       11:00-12:00.

    With a goal of extending the awareness of 3D printing, Objet Ltd [http://www.objet.com
]., the innovation leader in 3D printing
[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mX6G-TluQHE&feature=plcp ] for rapid prototyping
[http://objet.com/knowledge-center/rapid-prototyping ] and additive manufacturing,
exhibits some stunning examples of real-life professional 3D printing applications at the
inaugural 3D Printshow today.

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    Two pieces from Neri Oxman's 'Imaginary Beings: Mythologies of the Not Yet'
[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jhg267Xv2oY&feature=plcp ] series, recently exhibited at
the Centre Pompidou in Paris, take centre stage on the Objet stand (P19 Level 2, Porter
Tun Room). Printed using Objet's unique Connex multi-material 3D printing technology
[http://objet.com/3d-printers/connex ], Oxman explains why the process was significant in
the development of the pieces, "Objet 3D printing technology was extremely important in
dreaming up this project. It wasn't about generating forms and then using 3D printing to
print them. It was really about using multi-material technology as an opportunity to think
about how to make these 'contraptions' or 'wearable myths' mythical, and how to actually
make them work better as products or objects for the human body."

    Legacy Effects' Jason Lopes, another Objet technology user, explains how 3D printing
is used within the business in two seminars on Saturday 20th October 15:00-16:00 and
Sunday 21st October 11:00-12:00. An award winning full service character design, make-up
and animatronic studio, Legacy Effects' work can be seen feature films such as Avatar,
Iron Man II, Shutter Island, Alice in Wonderland, and Thor and has been nominated for an
Academy Award(R) for Iron Man. With Objet Eden and Objet Connex multi-material 3D
printers, Lopes' team is able to react to short deadlines, cater for multiple projects and
make changes and different versions easily with quick conversion from scan files: "The
best thing about 3D printing for me and my team is that our customers and actors can
interact and try out the fit of our concept designs. When we produce character suits,
creature mock ups and make-up effects, the materials are so durable and workable they can
really see how it's going to work out for them on set."

    Designer Daniel Hilldrup will also feature Objet 3D printed work at the show. 'Flux',
appearing in the 3D Printshow's art gallery, was produced on an Objet Connex
multi-material 3D Printer.

    Described by Hilldrup as "a statement on the transference of energy and its transition
and total transformation from one physical state and form into another", Flux depicts
black candle wax melting into the liquid base of a candelabra, captured, like a fossil, at
a specific moment in time.

    "We're delighted to count Objet among the exhibitors at the 3D Printshow," says Kerry
Hogarth, founder of the 3D Printshow. "As a leading player in the 3D printing community,
providing professional equipment for rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing, Objet
makes an excellent addition to the show."

    Resources for Media

       
        - Video: Objet260 Connex in action
          [http://objet.com/3d-printers/connex/objet260-connex ]
        - Video: 3D Printing | Enabling Dreams to Reality
          [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1zc1AjrHSc&feature=g-all-u ]
        - Video: Revolution in Art & Design using 3D Printing | Objet for Neri Oxman
          [http://www.youtube.com/watch?vúkIQ2wiHG0&feature=plcp ]
        - Video: Amazing Models by Objet Connex 3D Printer
          [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0zM3iMX3lIM&feature=plcp ]

    About Objet

    Objet Ltd. [http://www.objet.com ] is a leading provider of high quality, cost
effective inkjet-based 3D printing systems and materials. A global company, Objet has
offices in North America, Europe, Japan, China, Hong Kong, and India.

    Objet's 3D printing systems and 3D printing materials are ideal for any company
involved in the manufacture or design of physical products using 3D software or other 3D
content. Companies using Objet's solutions can be typically found in sectors
[http://www.objet.com/INDUSTRIES ] such as consumer goods & electronics, aerospace &
defense, automotive, education, dental, medical and medical devices, architecture,
industrial machinery, footwear, sporting goods, toys and service bureaus.

    Founded in 1998, the company has thousands of customers
[http://www.objet.com/RESOURCES/Case_Studies ] worldwide including a substantial share of
the relevant Fortune 100 and Fortune 500. Its award-winning technology (13 awards in 8
years) is based upon over 110 patents and patent pending inventions.

    Objet's advanced 3D printing systems and range of over 100 materials
[http://www.objet.com/3D-Printing-Materials ] enable professionals to build prototypes that
accurately simulate the true look, feel and function of an end-product, even complex,
assembled goods. The Objet Connex [http://www.objet.com/3D-Printer/Objet_Connex_Family
](TM) line of multi-material 3D printers features the world's only technology to
simultaneously jet 2 materials. With this, users can print many different materials into a
single part and print various mixed parts on the same build tray. Users can also create
advanced composite materials, or Digital Materials
[http://www.objet.com/3D-Printing-Materials/Overview/Digital_Materials ](TM) featuring
unique mechanical and thermal properties. Objet's range of over 100 3D printing materials
[http://www.objet.com/3D-Printing-Materials ] simulate properties ranging from rigid
[http://www.objet.com/3D-Printing-Materials/Overview/Rigid_Opaque ] to rubber-like
[http://www.objet.com/3D-Printing-Materials/Overview/Rubber-like ], transparent
[http://www.objet.com/3D-Printing-Materials/Overview/Transparent ] to opaque and standard
to ABS-grade engineering plastics
[http://www.objet.com/3D-Printing-Materials/Overview/ABS-like ], with a large number of
in-between shore grades and shades.

    Objet's 3D printers [http://www.objet.com/3D-Printer/Products_Overview ] are available
in a range of form-factors, from cost-effective desktop 3D printers ideal for entry-level
professionals all the way to industrial-scale multi-material machines for front-line
designers and top manufacturers. Objet's 3D printers feature the industry's
highest-resolution 3D printing quality, based on 16-micron (0.0006 in.) super-thin
layering, wide material versatility, office friendliness and ease of operation.

    For more information, visit us at http://www.objet.com, and for more about 3D
printing industry-related news, business issues and trends, read the Objet blog
[http://blog.objet.com ].

    (c) 2012 Objet, Objet24, Objet30, Objet Studio, Quadra, QuadraTempo, FullCure, SHR,
Eden, Eden250, Eden260, Eden260V, Eden330, Eden350, Eden350V, Eden500V, Job Manager,
CADMatrix, Connex, Connex260, Connex350, Connex500, Alaris, Alaris30, PolyLog, TangoBlack,
TangoGray, TangoPlus, TangoBlackPlus, VeroBlue, VeroBlack, VeroClear, VeroDent, VeroGray,
VeroWhite, VeroWhitePlus, Durus, Digital Materials, PolyJet, PolyJet Matrix, ABS-like and
ObjetGreen are trademarks or registered trademarks of Objet Ltd. and may be registered in
certain jurisdictions. All other trademarks belong to their respective owners.

    Objet Media Contacts

       
        USA
        Todd Graff
        Conover Tuttle Pace
        Tel. +1-617-412-4000
        Email. tgraff@ctpboston.com

        Korea
        Jihyun Lee
        The Hoffman Agency Korea
        Tel. +82-10-3408-1609
        Email. jhlee@hoffman.com

        Brazil
        Tatiana Fonseca
        307 Nova Cidade, Sao Paulo
        Tel: +55-11-3846-9981
        Email: tatiana@gadcom.com.br

        Europe
        Claire Russell-Jones
        UK Bespoke
        Tel: +44-1737-215200
        E-mail: claire@bespoke.co.uk

        Japan
        Objet Japan
        Aya Yoshizawa
        Tel. +81-90-6473-1812
        Email: Aya.yoshizawa@objet.com

        Mexico
        Patricia Tawil
        IDESA
        Tel. +52-55-5253-9670
        Email: ptawil@idesap.com

        Objet
        Arita Mattsoff
        Objet
        Tel. +972-(0)74-745-4000
        Email: arita@objet.com

        Objet
        Arita Mattsoff
        Objet
        Tel. +972-(0)74-745-4000
        Email: arita@objet.com

        Asia Pacific
        Objet AP Ltd
        Vicki Kei
        Tel. +852-3844-8813
        Email: Vicki.kei@objet.com

        South Africa
        Alison McDonald
        PR Connections
        Tel. +27-(0)11-468-1192
        Email: alison@pr.co.za

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DC Universe(TM) Online's Upcoming DLC Pack Gives Villains And Heroes A Home To Seek Refuge And Plot Schemes

Next DLC Pack - Home Turf - Introduces Player Housing And Turns Lairs into Battlegrounds

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Heroes and Villains will soon have a place to call home asSony Online Entertainment, LLC (SOE) today announced Home Turf, its sixth downloadable content (DLC) pack for DC Universe(TM) Online (DCUO). Available in early 2013 for download on the PC and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, Home Turf will introduce customizable housing for the first time to the popular massively multiplayer online (MMO) game, providing players with a base of operations, and all-new customizable backdrops for super-charged combat.

"Home Turf is going to be our biggest DLC Pack to date, and add a completely new dimension to the game," said Larry Liberty, executive producer of DCUO. "The level of depth that we're adding to the new housing system will really let DCUO players live out their heroic or villainous fantasies like never before."

Players will be able to tailor their hideouts and lairs with a variety of themes and hundreds of unique furnishing items, as well as enjoy conveniences and amenities - like those found in the Hall of Doom or Watchtower - in their own unique custom environment. Additionally, lairs will double as battlegrounds where players can challenge each other in one-on-one PvP matches.

Along with player housing, Home Turf offers players new missions and boss fights at four iconic locations: Stryker's Island, Arkham Asylum, Steelworks and Ace Chemicals. Each location will offer players 10 missions to complete for 'Marks of Triumph,' which they can use to upgrade their lair and unlock its full potential and benefits.

"A secret lair or hideout is essential to any hero or villain, but it's more than just a place to hang their capes. It helps complete their identity and gives them a place to train, recharge, store weapons and plan their attack strategy," said Jens Andersen, creative director of DCUO. "However, no hero or villain's lair is safe from invasions by their enemies, and for that reason, we have introduced a new combat dimension to player housing. We will be sharing more details soon and cannot wait to hear what our players think."

DCUO's Home Turf DLC pack will be a free download for the game's Legendary members and will be available for purchase to Free and Premium players via the PlayStation®Network, the in-game Marketplace, or for PC players via the DCUniverseOnline.com website.

DCUO is licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment on behalf of DC Entertainment. For more information about DCUO, visit http://www.DCUniverseOnline.com.

For press assets, including box art, trailers and screenshots, visit:
http://bhimpact.gamespress.com/product_page.asp?i=903.

About DC Universe Online
Lex Luthor has traveled back through time with news of a dire future: While the heroes and villains spent years battling amongst themselves, Brainiac has been feeding on their powers, building strength to return to Earth and destroy humanity. To change the future, Lex has come back to set off a device that bestows super powers to thousands of every-day citizens and give humanity a fighting chance. Can Brainiac be stopped, or is this another nefarious Lex Luthor plot?

For the first time, players and fans will be able to enter the DC Universe as an active force for good or evil. A massively multiplayer experience, DC Universe Online delivers unparalleled high-energy, physics-powered combat that brings the player's extraordinary powers to life.

DC Universe Online was created in the artistic vision of legendary comic book artist Jim Lee, and set within a world created by famous DC writers including Geoff Johns and Marv Wolfman.

Rated T for Teen with Mild Blood, Mild Language, Mild Suggestive Themes and Violence, DC Universe Online is available for the PC and the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system. DCUO Legendary access is available for a $14.99 monthly fee. 

About SOE
Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games. Best known for its blockbuster hits and franchises, including EverQuest(®), EverQuest(®)II, Champions of Norrath(®), PlanetSide(®), Free Realms(®),Clone Wars Adventures(TM) and DC Universe Online(TM), SOE creates, develops and provides compelling online entertainment for a variety of platforms. SOE is building on its proven legacy and pioneering the future of online worlds through creative development and inspired gameplay design for audiences of all ages. To learn more, visit http://www.soe.com.

SOE, the SOE logo, EverQuest, Champions of Norrath, PlanetSide and Free Realms are registered trademarks of Sony Online Entertainment LLC. All other trademarks and trade names are properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

About Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, a division of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group, is a premier worldwide publisher, developer, licensor and distributor of entertainment content for the interactive space across all current and future platforms, including console, handheld and PC-based gaming for both internal and third party game titles.

About DC Entertainment: 
DC Entertainment, home to iconic brands DC Comics (Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, The Flash), Vertigo (Sandman, Fables) and MAD, is the creative division charged with strategically integrating its content across Warner Bros. Entertainment and Time Warner.  DC Entertainment works in concert with many key Warner Bros. divisions to unleash its stories and characters across all media, including but not limited to film, television, consumer products, home entertainment and interactive games. Publishing thousands of comic books, graphic novels and magazines each year, DC Entertainment is the largest English-language publisher of comics in the world. In January 2012, DC Entertainment, in collaboration with Warner Bros. and Time Warner divisions, launched We Can Be Heroes--a giving campaign featuring the iconic Justice League super heroes--to raise awareness and funds to fight the hunger crisis in the Horn of Africa.

SOURCE  Sony Online Entertainment

Sony Online Entertainment

CONTACT: Michele Sturdivant, Sony Online Entertainment, +1-858-577-3167, msturdivant@soe.sony.com, or Stacy Miles, Bender/Helper Impact, +1-415-847-4400, stacy_miles@bhimpact.com

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

SparkFun and Parallax Join Forces for One-Time Class

SparkFun's Education Team to teach eTextiles Workshop at Parallax Headquarters

ROCKLIN, Calif., Oct. 19, 2012  /PRNewswire/ -- SparkFun Electronics (http://www.sparkfun.com), a provider of parts, knowledge and passion for electronics creation, and Parallax, designer and manufacturer of microcontroller development tools and small single-board computers, are pleased to announce their first ever collaborative effort - a LilyPad eTextiles class taught by SparkFun employees at Parallax Headquarters.

The idea of the class came about in August 2012, when SparkFun invited Parallax President Ken Gracey and Chief of Engineering Jessica Uelmen to visit SparkFun and present information about the Parallax Propeller Chip. Afterwards, Gracey and Uelmen reciprocated the invite and asked if SparkFun had interest in hosting a workshop at the Parallax facility in California. The answer was a resounding "yes!"

"We're excited to offer something new to the Sacramento community," said Uelmen. "eTextiles is a field we haven't explored much and we are very interested in learning more about it. Working with SparkFun is something we have been looking forward to."

The ProtoSnap LilyPad Development Board (https://www.sparkfun.com/products/11262) is designed to get students started in the world of eTextiles. Combining SparkFun's LilyPad Simple Board with other LilyPad components - a buzzer, a vibration motor, a temperature sensor, a button, a switch, five LEDs, a light sensor, and an RGB LED - the LilyPad Dev Board lets students dive right into wearable electronics. When they've learned how to program the LilyPad Arduino Simple Board, they can break apart the components and explore the power of the LilyPad platform.

"Working with Parallax on this class was an easy decision to make," said AnnDrea Boe, director of marketing at SparkFun. "Parallax and SparkFun have a great working relationship and we both have the same goal of enabling the DIY electronics community. We hope this class will inspire people to venture into the world of wearable technology."

The class will take place on October 24th at Parallax Headquarters in Rocklin. For more information or to sign up, please visit (https://learn.sparkfun.com/events/23).   

About SparkFun Electronics

Founded in 2003, SparkFun shares its passion by providing parts, knowledge, and innovation for those looking to explore the world of embedded electronics. It helps anyone discover their inner inventor and enables individuals to create their own electronics projects.

SparkFun currently offers more than 1,800 products, ranging from simple components, like capacitors and resistors, to GPS units and Bluetooth modules. The company employs 135 people and is based in Boulder, Colorado.

Find SparkFun on Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, YouTube, Vimeo and Google+.   

Press Contact:
Jeremy Douglas
Catapult PR-IR
303-581-7760 ext. 16
jdouglas@catapultpr-ir.com

SOURCE  SparkFun Electronics

SparkFun Electronics

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

Winged Beasts To Take Flight In Newly Announced Dragon's Prophet(TM) From Sony Online Entertainment And Runewaker Entertainment

Free-to-Play Leader Enters Into Licensing and Publishing Partnership with Runes of Magic® Creator

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Last night at its annual fan event, SOE Live, Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) announced a new licensing and publishing partnership with Runewaker Entertainment to bring the fantasy massively multiplayer online game (MMO) Dragon's Prophet(TM) to North America. Developed by Runewaker Entertainment, Dragon's Prophet transports players to the dragon-filled, beautiful world of Auratia, where they can capture, train and ride dragons.

"As one of the most imaginative and high-quality MMOs in development, Dragon's Prophet is an incredible addition to our portfolio. It is an exceptional reflection of our mission to develop and support next generation MMOs," said John Smedley, President, Sony Online Entertainment. "Dragons are some of the most legendary, fearsome and majestic creatures. With thousands of years of story and more dragons in the game than any other MMO, we're excited to unleash this IP so people can play and interact with dragons like never before."

Dragon's Prophet features an action-based combat system that gives players more realistic battle action gameplay. Set in a realm where dragons roam the land, sea and air, the game lets players align and battle with a variety of dragons as they work to restore order to the land from the evil Black Dragon that has escaped his eternal prison, unleashed his fire and is more dangerous than ever.

"As evidenced at this week's SOE Live event, SOE has a close, transparent relationship with its players. We wanted to create a similar high quality, meaningful experience for the North American players of Dragon's Prophet," said John Tang, CEO, Runewaker Entertainment. "SOE is a leader in the online gaming space and know that Dragon's Prophet will benefit from SOE's experience in delivering some of the most iconic, innovative online worlds in the industry."

Key features for Dragon's Prophet include:

    --  Dragons Everywhere: In a world shaped by dragon-kind, more than 300
        unique dragons roam the lands. You can fight, capture, train and ride
        them in order to utilize and build upon their unique skills and
        abilities to aid your cause.
    --  Action-Based Combat System: Dragon's Prophet uses an auto-target and
        combo system to give players more realistic battle action gameplay. This
        system gives players a higher degree of control with a wider range of
        tactical options than traditional MMOs.
    --  Beautiful Immersive World: Players are transported to a breathtaking
        world filled with amazingly detailed landscapes. Mysteries, challenges
        and creatures await as players fight for their survival and that of the
        world of Auratia.

    --  Extensive Housing System: Let your imagination and expectations run
        wild.  Players are given complete control to construct and grow their
        town into unique cities and ultimately an empire.
    --  Frontier System: Guild leaders rejoice! With this large-scale
        construction system, players have the ability to build their ultimate
        kingdom.  By empowering your citizens and constructing a powerful
        military, true leaders will be able to create and sustain their very own
        empire!
Headquartered in Taiwan, Runewaker Entertainment is best known for developing the successful free-to-play MMO role-playing game (MMORPG) Runes of Magic. Through the partnership, SOE will publish and digitally distribute Dragon's Prophet to North American PC gamers as a Free To Play. Your Way.(TM) game with optional in-game purchases. Upon launch, players will be able to download and play the game for free from SOE or any of its digital partners.

Beta will begin in the next few months. To sign up for beta and for more information on the game, visit: http://www.dragonsprophetthegame.com.

About Runewaker Entertainment

Runewaker Entertainment was founded in August of 2004, with the capability to develop in-house engines, Runewaker is one of the leading Taiwanese entertainment software developers. All the founding members of the team are industry veterans who share the same dream and vision. At the moment, Runewaker employs over 160 highly skilled programmers, designers and artists and is still expanding. All members of the Runewaker team are passionate and well-versed in different genres of games. Equipped with the most advanced artistic style and innovative development technology the company aims to create a games that are enjoyable for a wide range of audiences. In addition to having a group of talented and dedicated in-house staff, Runewaker also actively collaborate with leading publishers to create games that will be setting a new standard for the industry.

About Sony Online Entertainment

Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games.  Best known for its blockbuster hits and franchises, including EverQuest(®), EverQuest(®)II, Champions of Norrath(®), PlanetSide(®), Free Realms(®), Star Wars(®): Clone Wars Adventures(TM), and DC Universe Online(TM), SOE creates, develops and provides compelling online entertainment for a variety of platforms. SOE is building on its proven legacy and pioneering the future of online worlds through creative development and inspired gameplay design for audiences of all ages. To learn more, visit http://www.soe.com.

SOE, the SOE logo, EverQuest, Champions of Norrath, PlanetSide, and Free Realms are registered trademarks of Sony Online Entertainment LLC. All other trademarks and trade names are properties of their respective owners.

SOURCE  Sony Online Entertainment

Sony Online Entertainment

CONTACT: Michele Sturdivant, Sony Online Entertainment, +1-858-577-3167, msturdivant@soe.sony.com

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

Switch announces record sales and construction update for SuperNAP-8

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Switch, the designer and operator of today's most powerful business technology ecosystems, announced record-breaking sales for the month of September. Switch sold 533 cabinets of space and 7.6 MVA of power over a 30-day time period.

"Companies have found that by partnering with the multi-trillion dollar buying power of the Switch technology business ecosystem they can substantially improve their tech ROI while staying in lock-step with the newest offerings in connectivity and cloud services," said Rob Roy, CEO and founder of Switch.

During the last year, Switch has delivered 40 MVA to its clients at the Switch SuperNAP-7 facility. There are two units of work that describe the size of a data center: the amount of deliverable, critical load that the UPS system can support (MVA of UPS), and the deliverable amount of CFM/tons of cooling that the HVAC system can supply.

The SuperNAP-7 design has 84 MVA of UPS and over 10 million CFM available to deliver to its clients. "No other data center on earth can match it," said Missy Young, EVP of sales. "These numbers should end the debate on what facility is the world's largest modular data center."

Switch's record breaking sales in September were distributed across approximately 40 new clients and will serve to bring the SuperNAP up to 84% occupancy.

Update for SuperNAP-8

While SuperNAP-7 nears capacity, Switch has also been busy constructing its eighth facility in Las Vegas. The firm anticipates SuperNAP-8 it will be client-ready in May 2013.

Switch continues to make new advancements in data center technologies. The new facility will house several new best-of-breed data center innovations, all designed by Switch's CEO, Rob Roy, who currently holds 169 patented and patent-pending data center inventions.

"We continue to see extremely high demand for the high density, high efficiency, highly resilient deployments that Switch provides," said Young. "With our modular designs, massive campuses and highly available power, we are well situated in Las Vegas to continue to build the most advanced modular data center technology ecosystems for the most demanding clients."

Stay tuned for Switch to release information on its new "SwitchSHIELD" tri-redundant sealed roof, and its new TSC 963 chiller units, when it releases its SuperNAP-8 design documents next month.

About Switch

Switch builds and operates the world's most powerful data center and technology business ecosystems. The Switch Las Vegas campus environments were constructed by the company including the world's highest density, ultra-scale and energy efficient data center: the 407,000 square foot Switch SuperNAP. The proprietary design of Switch's advanced facilities provide customers with powerful, efficient and affordable technology solutions. The recently announced expansion of the Switch SuperNAP Las Vegas Campus will increase the total data center space to 2.2 million square feet making it the largest commercially available and independent technology business ecosystem in the world. Switch provides superior colocation, connectivity, and cloud services for national and multi-national companies, government agencies and other organization conducting mission critical business. For more information call 702.444.4111 or visit SwitchLV.com.

    Contact:                 Pete Codella, APR at Alexander's for Switch
                             801.224.8666 or petec@alexanders.com
SOURCE  Switch

Switch

Web Site: http://switchlv.com

Verizon Wireless Expands America's Largest 4G LTE Network To More Eastern Shore Communities

Company's 4G LTE Network Available in More Than 410 Markets Across the Country

LAUREL, Md., Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Verizon Wireless customers in Caroline, Worchester and Somerset Counties in Maryland are now able to experience the blazingly fast speeds and capabilities of America's largest 4G LTE network. 

On Friday, October 19, the company activated new clusters of 4G LTE cell sites which are attached to its existing footprint and will now extend coverage into Caroline County as well as south into Worchester and Somerset counties.  With this activation, customers who live, work, or travel through the cities of Denton, Greensboro, Snow Hill, Pocomoke City and Princess Anne will now be able to surf the Web, stream music and video, and stay in touch with family, friends and colleagues, all with speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G. 

With this expansion, one of 40 occurring this week, and the introduction of the network in 23 new markets, the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network is now available in more than 410 markets across the United States, surpassing its previously announced goal of providing its mobile broadband service in 400 markets by the end of this year.  The Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network covers nearly four out of five people in the U.S. - and offers more 4G LTE coverage in the U.S. than all other networks combined. 

"This spring, we launched our 4G LTE network on Maryland's Eastern Shore," said Mike Maiorana, region president, Verizon Wireless.  "Now just a few months later, through our continued investment of millions of dollars to expand our regional network infrastructure, we're able to provide more and more communities in Maryland with access to high-speed mobile broadband service which helps attract business, create jobs, decrease health care costs, reduce miles driven, and stimulate creativity, innovation and competition."

Innovations with 4G LTE Technology

To date, Verizon Wireless has introduced 37 4G LTE-enabled devices, including smartphones, tablets, personal Wi-Fi hotspots and more since the network launched 22 months ago.  Verizon Wireless customers can choose from the largest selection of 4G LTE devices and solutions to experience the nation's fastest 4G network.  The newest 4G LTE devices include the DROID RAZR((TM)) M by Motorola and the Samsung Galaxy S(®) III.  Details can be found at http://www.verizonwireless.com/4G LTE.  Information on plans and pricing for consumers and businesses is available at http://www.verizonwireless.com/plans.

4G LTE Coverage and Speed

In real-world, fully loaded network environments, Verizon Wireless 4G LTE customers should experience average data rates of 5 to 12 megabits per second (Mbps) on the downlink and 2 to 5 Mbps on the uplink. 

When customers travel outside of a 4G LTE coverage area, 4G LTE devices automatically connect to Verizon Wireless' 3G network, enabling customers to stay connected from coast to coast.  Verizon Wireless' 3G network is the most reliable high-speed data network in the country and allows customers in 3G coverage areas who purchase 4G LTE devices today to take advantage of 4G LTE speeds when the faster network becomes available in their area, or when they travel to areas already covered by 4G LTE. 

For more information about Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/lte.

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: Melanie Ortel, +1-240-568-1429, Melanie.Ortel@VerizonWireless.com, Twitter: @VZWMelanie; Sherri Cunningham, +1-202-364-5856

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

Adlucent Named to Austin Business Journal's FAST 50

Award picks out Adlucent as one of the region's fastest growing private companies

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Adlucent announced today that it has been named to the Austin Business Journal 2012 FAST 50 as one of the fastest growing private companies.  The award picks out the businesses who have posted impressive revenue growth over the past three years.  Adlucent, which recently relocated its headquarters to a former movie theatre at 2900 S. Congress, has grown to 85 employees and is on track to post 50% year-over-year growth in 2012.

"Adlucent sits at the intersection of the trends that define online retail: search, mobile commerce, and big data," said Jon Armstrong, CEO of Adlucent.  "As shoppers continue to turn to digital sources to research and buy, we are seeing tremendous traction for our solution as a way to acquire and engage consumers to drive measurable ROI.  We provide an incredibly unique value to retailers, and we're very excited about our growth and the tremendous opportunity in front of us right now."

Adlucent, which was also named an Advertising Age Best Place to Work in 2012, powers performance marketing and retail analytics for innovative retail brands such as Oriental Trading Company, Buy.com, Harry & David, Jewelry Television, and Free People.  The company has expanded its services into areas such as re-marketing, mobile ad management and Google Product Listing Ads to meet accelerated client demand. Most recently, Adlucent launched Precision Product Matching to help clients capitalize on the recent changes with Google Shopping by leveraging its unique retail experience and proven methodologies for driving profitable revenue growth via paid search.

As Adlucent grows, its unique culture continues to set it apart and attract the best people in the area. The company was recently profiled in Austin Monthly magazine for its fun workplace benefits such as a wi-fi enabled rooftop deck and healthy snacks. Adlucent continually strives to build openness and collaboration into every aspect of its business and environment.

"Online retail is a fast moving industry and our ability to grow and thrive in it is directly tied to how quickly we learn and evolve as a company," said Michael Griffin, co-founder and CTO at Adlucent. "The ABJ Fast 50 is quite fitting, given the way we operate, and I am honored to share this award with our people and clients who make our business so exciting and successful."

About the Austin Business Journal FAST 50
The Austin Business Journal Fast 50 honors Central Texas businesses that can show impressive average revenue growth when combining figures from 2009, 2010 and 2011. All submissions are verified by an accountant and reviewed by Maxwell Locke & Ritter for ranking purposes.  Winners and nominees are recognized in a special publication in the Austin Business Journal, and were honored at an Oct. 18 award reception hosted by the Austin Business Journal, along with sponsors Jones Lang LaSalle and Maxwell Locke & Ritter.

About Adlucent
Adlucent is a marketing technology and analytics agency based in Austin, Texas, focusing solely on retail and eCommerce companies. Leveraging its Deep Search® search marketing and retail analytics platform, Adlucent's experts help the smartest retailers acquire new customers and grow revenue profitably through digital marketing. Expanding from a decade-long relationship with Amazon.com, Adlucent's current client base includes innovative retail brands such as Oriental Trading Company, Buy.com, Harry & David, Jewelry Television, and Free People.

Media contact:
Lisa Roberts
Adlucent
lisa.roberts@adlucent.com
1.800.788.9152 x1917
http://www.adlucent.com

SOURCE  Adlucent

Adlucent

Top Universities Choose Office 365 for Education for Enhanced Security and Privacy

Academic consortia collaborate with Microsoft on agreement to support federally mandated requirements for protecting students' health information.

REDMOND, Wash., Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. today announced new academic institutions and medical schools that are adopting Microsoft Office 365 for education, the company's next- generation cloud productivity service, to improve communication and collaboration across campuses while helping meet security, privacy and other regulatory requirements as mandated by the U.S. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

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Duke University, Emory University, Thomas Jefferson University, University of Iowa and University of Washington chose Office 365 after a consortium of leading technology, legal and compliance experts from the academic, public and private sector worked closely with Microsoft to develop a business associates agreement (BAA) to address HIPAA requirements. These institutions and medical schools represent 188,000 additional students, faculty and staff that are using the cloud productivity service. As a result of the collaborative efforts, Microsoft now offers the most comprehensive agreement available to HIPAA-covered entities that manage electronic-protected health information.

Considerations for Moving to the Cloud
Many universities seeking to consolidate resources and save money in their infrastructure and email storage businesses need to combine the benefits of moving to the cloud with assurances around how data is secured and accessed from the cloud. As such, Duke University led a consortium of universities, which included the University of Chicago and the University of Iowa, to find an industry technology partner to help them navigate the current regulatory environment and provide a solution with robust security features that could help prevent data breaches and keep the universities' sensitive data private in the cloud. Duke will be rolling out Office 365 to all students, faculty and staff to provide the opportunity for cost savings and more effective collaboration across the university and health system.

"A robust, reliable and secure email system is vital to the daily operations of the university and health system," said Tracy Futhey, vice president of Information Technology and chief information officer, Duke University. "Moving to the Microsoft cloud environment will enable us to achieve greater efficiency and ensure that our users will have the level of protection necessary to keep Duke's data private, including guaranteeing that our data servers would stay in the U.S."

Although the federal HIPAA law in large part applies to health organizations that need to protect patient data, education institutions must also adhere to the same HIPAA regulations if school data systems store students' records that include protected health information. In addition to the medical schools, university hospitals, research departments, school counseling centers and athletic departments are just a few examples of places on campus that store information about students' physical and mental health. Human resources and benefits departments may also be governed by HIPAA, as they are likely privy to information about healthcare claims that employees are filing.

Thomas Jefferson University (TJU) and Jefferson Medical College, one of the oldest academic medical centers in the United States, were the first academic customers to sign the Office 365 BAA agreement, with more than 5,300 faculty and staff, including 900 practicing clinicians. The combination of research, teaching and clinical staff presented a unique challenge in TJU's quest to move to the cloud and simultaneously maintain strong privacy protections for its constituents.

"A key deciding factor for TJU was that Office 365 helps enable us to be HIPAA compliant. With Google, we would have never have known where our intellectual property and records were stored," said Doug Herrick, chief information officer, Thomas Jefferson University. "Microsoft had the willingness to understand our business and be transparent about how it handles security and privacy, which meets the demands of a real enterprise."

"U.S. healthcare information spans numerous industries and agencies. This makes it essential that we work with healthcare providers and our customers to protect healthcare consumers' and students' data, and it all starts with making sure our products are built from the ground up with privacy by design," said Cameron Evans, chief technology officer, U.S. Education, Microsoft. "Our collaboration with some of the most prominent academic institutions in the country has allowed us to meet the biggest compliance challenges our customers face and ensure that our cloud services offer unprecedented privacy and security capabilities to students, patients and businesses alike."

Office 365 is the first and only major cloud business productivity service to address the rigors of the federal government's HIPAA requirements. Microsoft offers a complete range of public, private and hybrid cloud solutions that support covered healthcare entities' compliance needs. Rather than using separate cloud vendors for productivity, collaboration, application hosting, data storage and relationship management, Microsoft's customers can consolidate on one cloud, with one infrastructure partner with a common security and privacy framework that is specifically tailored to help meet the compliance needs of healthcare-covered entities.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

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CONTACT: Rapid Response Team, Waggener Edstrom Worldwide, +1-503-443-7070, rrt@waggeneredstrom.com

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

Orbitz.com Launches New "Hotels by Orbitz" App for Android®

Weekend sale offers 10% instant savings on thousands of hotels on any Orbitz app

CHICAGO, Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Adding to its award-winning suite of mobile travel products including recently being named the highest ranked full-service travel company in mobile commerce in Internet Retailer's Mobile 400, Orbitz today announced the launch of Hotels by Orbitz for Android - a powerful and fast native application that gives customers an intuitive search-and-book experience designed specifically for Android. The free app, available on Google Play, offers travelers helpful comparison tools, secure booking in just three taps and Orbitz Mobile Steals - exclusive, mobile-only discounts of up to 50% off hotel stays in over 240 popular destinations worldwide.

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To celebrate the launch of the new Hotels by Orbitz Android app, Orbitz today launched a 72-hour flash sale across all mobile apps. Travelers who book select hotels through Sunday, October 21 will automatically receive an extra 10% savings on thousands of hotels worldwide.(1 )The instant 10% savings can be combined with other hotel offers available on the app including Orbitz Mobile Steals, Fall Sale, free nights, room upgrades, dining credits and more. There are no travel black-out dates. The 72-hour mobile flash sale is available on the full suite of Orbitz mobile apps including:

    --  "Hotels by Orbitz" for Android, iPhone, and iPad
    --  "Orbitz Flights, Hotels, Cars" for iPhone and Android
With Android projected to have 68% of the market share of mobile operating systems by the end of 2012, the Hotels by Orbitz app is offering an effortless way to book a hotel room on-the-go for Android users.(2) The new app offers travelers the entire selection of Orbitz hotel properties and highlights include:

    --  Find hotels near you and available tonight or search for future stays by
        city, address, zip code or landmark
    --  Tap into useful information about each hotel including photos, guest
        reviews by verified customers, special offers, amenities and detailed
        hotel/room descriptions
    --  Benefit from Orbitz Price Assurance, which automatically rewards
        consumers if another Orbitz.com customer books the same hotel stay at a
        lower rate, the Orbitz Low Price Guarantee and no Orbitz fees on hotel
        cancellations or changes
"We are thrilled to bring the seamless experience of our new hotels app to consumers taking advantage of the expansive selection of Android devices available now and launching this holiday season," said Chris Orton, president of Orbitz.com. "Orbitz customers are already booking more than 20 percent of hotels through mobile devices and embracing shopping on-the-go with mobile-only deals and a lightning-fast check-out."

The Hotels by Orbitz app for Android is available for free on Google Play. Information on the full suite of Orbitz mobile travel planning products - including recently updated apps for iPhone and iPad - can be found at http://www.orbitz.com/mobile.

Terms & Conditions
(1)Book a qualifying hotel between October 19, 2012 12:01AM (CST) and October 21, 2012 11:59PM (CST), for 1 or more nights via an Orbitz mobile app and instantly receive 10% off your booking. Limit one discount per hotel room Discount is automatically applied to eligible hotels. Discounts may not be used toward the booking of a vacation package. Discounts are not redeemable for cash for any reason. Any attempt at fraud will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Void where prohibited, taxed or restricted. Orbitz reserves the right to change or limit the promotion in its sole discretion.

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About Orbitz.com

Orbitz.com is a leading online travel company that enables travelers to search for and book an array of travel products and services, including flights, hotels, car rentals, cruises, and vacation packages. Since launching its website in June 2001, Orbitz.com has become one of the largest online travel sites in the world and has led the industry with innovations including the Orbitz Matrix Display and Orbitz Price Assurance. The Matrix Display revolutionized the way the travel industry displayed fares and makes it quick and easy for consumers to compare flights, rental cars and vacation packages. Orbitz.com also offers "Insider Steals," a weekly, members-only flash sale that provides exclusive deals of 50% or more off of handpicked hotels in top destinations around the world as well as "Mobile Steals," exclusive hotel deals of up to 50% off in the most popular destinations around the world, available to mobile consumers via m.orbitz.com and the full suite of Orbitz mobile apps. On Orbitz.com consumers can search a broad range of suppliers worldwide. Orbitz.com is owned by Orbitz Worldwide. Stay connected to Orbitz.com with sale alerts, exclusive promotions and engaging conversations by following Orbitz on Facebook, Twitter and the Orbitz Travel Blog.

About Orbitz Worldwide

Orbitz Worldwide is a leading global online travel company that uses innovative technology to enable leisure and business travelers to research, plan and book a broad range of travel products. Orbitz Worldwide owns a portfolio of consumer brands that includes Orbitz, CheapTickets, ebookers, HotelClub, RatesToGo and the Away Network. Also within the Orbitz Worldwide family, Orbitz Worldwide Distribution delivers private label travel solutions to a broad range of partners including many of the world's largest airlines, and Orbitz for Business delivers managed corporate travel solutions for corporations. Orbitz Worldwide uses its Investor Relations website to make information available to its investors and the public at http://investors.orbitz.com. You can sign up to receive email alerts whenever the company posts new information to the website.

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CONTACT: Marita Hudson Thomas, +1-312-260-8304, marita.thomas@orbitz.com

Four Key Points and Six Diagnostic Indicators of Building an Online Brand

GUANGZHOU, China, Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- When running an online brand you need to do more than just take appealing photos of products and make your store as attractive as possible. That's a skin-deep approach and you can't ask for higher prices that way. To build a profitable online brand, you should take the following four key points and six diagnostic indicators of online brands into consideration and execute them well. Let's start with the four key points:

Be Creative

The loyalty of online shoppers is considerably low. Without gripping originality, you won't be able to catch the eyes of customers within one second, and you will waste traffic and lose conversion rates.

It takes very deep knowledge to create breathtaking products with creative photos and descriptions. Beautiful photos are nothing but one of the most basic requirements. What is more important is that photos have soul and creativeness. Remember, the core of creativeness is soul rather than artificial things. Yet, creativeness is not as simple as an idea. It is, instead, a whole package of rationality and sensibility, which requires for a team work to pull off. And the team is like the dual core CPU of an e-commerce enterprise. You've got to make the team work together and work creatively as only in this way can your enterprise incubate possibilities of higher pricing at the very beginning.

Act Fast

Speed is the lifeblood of e-commerce, and also an important element of online brands. When a tradition brand screws up online, it is always because it fails to act fast. An online store needs to update products every day just like a blog needs regular updates. Without new bragging points, an online store is unsustainable.

To act fast, you need a passionate and dynamic team with a flat organizational structure. This team must be able to collect complete information, respond quickly, and handle emergencies quickly.

Be Flexible

Speed means flexibility. To act fast, an online brand can not just rely on product drives. It should go the upstream of product production and reform production technique and process so as to build the flexible model of "low-volume + multi-batch". Take SooBest for example, with years of brand management, it has established a stable yet fast supply chain with upstream suppliers, and thus it has been able to provide the latest products in its flagship categoies - charm jewelry, men clothing, women clothing and digital watches.

Be Intelligentized

Intelligentization relies on data and technical systems. Networks can track and record every behavior of online shoppers, which provides online brands a powerful weapon with which traditional brands can not compete. The weapon is precision marketing and accurate CRM services.

Without data analysis online brands won't survive. Data analysis can position the market and customers more precisely, and extract the core of customer needs for product departments to source flexibly. Then, the creative stage starts, where, just like TV shopping, the team creates scripts, plans images and writes copy. The fruit of the team work will be submitted to a marketing team for finishing touches. In the end, precise ads will be run along with real-time monitoring.

And here comes the six diagnostic indicators of online brands.

Profit Margins of Commodities

If an online brand can not get a 50%-100% gross margin, it could hardly be called a online brand. To some extent, a brand is tied to higher prices. Since a lot of time has been invested in designing, quality improvement and creative planning, a higher profit margin must be reached, otherwise you are doing charity rather than a brand.

Internal Structure of Company

If the staff of an online brand is simply consisted of customer service, warehousing personnel, buyers, sellers plus several mediocre designers, the so-called online brand is purely a cover. An online brand must have a senior marketing team and the requisite talents to manage it. Otherwise, the branding is water without a source.

Integration Ability of Upstream

If you are not able to integrate upstream, you will likely end up in a passive position where products drive you, which means you sell what others give you. Only when you reversely influence upstream and control upstream factories and production, can you build a flexible, fast production and you thus can respond to the changes of front-end needs quickly. If you can not make that, your online brand will lose its roots.

Discourse Power of Pricing

A real online brand always has its own attitudes. Your brand is not ready to take off until you get pricing discourse power and deterrent power.

Stability of Transaction Volume

A healthy online brand must have a transaction volume that is good and stable rather than ever-changing.

Customer Loyalty

A brand is healthy if 50% of its transaction volume is generated by old customers. And it is close to perfect if customers' words of mouth further brings it 20% sales. A real brand is of charismatic power. It can make customers its brand messengers who make free advertisement for it. In other words, with unique brand idea and product traits, a real brand is able to foster a good customer relationship that never feels like a cheap one-night stand. - It lasts long?instead.

The above are test stones of online brands. Not complete though, they open the start for more thoughts of building online brands.

SOURCE  Soobest.com

Soobest.com

CONTACT: Mabel, +86-137-6070-0701, release@soobest.com

Mulino Bianco By Barilla Launches In The United States, Bringing Italian Specialty Cookies To American Consumers

BANNOCKBURN, Ill., Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Barilla, the number one brand of pasta worldwide, announced the nationwide availability of its specialty Italian cookie line, Mulino Bianco by Barilla.

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Mulino Bianco by Barilla is available in five varieties including:

    --  Baiocchi, a hazelnut and chocolate cream enclosed in a double cookie
    --  Cuoricini, a small heart shape cookie with chocolate drops
    --  Galletti, a cookie topped with sugar crystals
    --  Girotondi, a short bread and cane sugar cookie
    --  Pan di Stelle, a cocoa cookie displaying 11 magical stars
In a recent Nielsen study(1), the cookie category reaches almost $4 billion in the U.S., with the specialty segment making up 15 percent of the category. Despite the economic downturn, the category has grown 3.5 percent with the specialty segment growing 4 percent over the past year.

"The expertise of Barilla reaches far beyond the pasta meal. In Italy, Barilla is the number one brand of pasta and with Mulino Bianco, is the number one brand of cookies and biscuits," says Giannella Alvarez, Americas Group President. "We are now excited to share some of these specialty cookies with our consumers in the U.S."

Mulino Bianco by Barilla cookies suggested retail price is $2.99 per 5.29 oz. package and available in the specialty cookie aisle in supermarkets throughout the United States. For additional information visit mulinobianco.com, and use the Product Locator to find the closest supermarket where Mulino Bianco by Barilla cookies are sold.

Consumers can share their thoughts and use the hashtag #MulinoBiancoUS on Twitter.com/BarillaUS and Facebook.com/BarillaUS.

About the Barilla Group

Barilla, originally established in 1877 as a bread and pasta shop in Parma, Italy, ranks as one of today's top Italian food groups. Barilla leads in the global pasta business, the pasta sauces business in continental Europe, the bakery products business in Italy and the crispbread business in Scandinavia.

Barilla owns 41 production sites (13 in Italy and 28 outside Italy) and exports to more than 100 countries. Every year, about 2,500,000 tons of food products under the brands of Barilla, Mulino Bianco, Voiello, Pavesi, Academia Barilla, Wasa, Harrys (France and Russia), Golden Toast (Germany), Misko (Greece), Filiz (Turkey), Yemina and Vesta (Mexico), are featured on dining tables all over the world.

Barilla has become one of the world's most esteemed food companies and is recognized worldwide as a symbol of Italian know-how by respecting its longstanding traditional principles and values, considering employees a fundamental asset and developing leading-edge production systems.

For more information, please visit: http://www.barillagroup.com

Media Contact | Stephanie Sette | 847.405.7564 | Stephanie.Sette@Barilla.com

(1) Source: Nielsen. Total Cookies Share $ Sales by Segment, Total US Grocery $2MM+, 52 weeks ending 6/9/12.

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MetroPCS Blends First Class Smartphone and No Annual Contract 4G LTE Service with Availability of Samsung Galaxy S III

Samsung's Best-Selling and Feature-Rich Android Smartphone Brings Premium Choice to 4G LTE Line-up

DALLAS, Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The wait is over for consumers looking for the Galaxy S(®) III from Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile) without being shackled to a lengthy wireless commitment.  MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) announced today that it is offering consumers more choice and value as the only no annual contract 4G(LTE) wireless service provider to offer the Galaxy S III, Samsung's best-selling premium Android(TM) smartphone. The Galaxy S III will be available in select stores this weekend, and in all MetroPCS stores and online at http://www.metropcs.com beginning Monday, October 22.

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Together, the Samsung Galaxy S III and MetroPCS' 4G(LTE) service plans deliver an unmatched value to consumers unwilling to compromise on handset or service. Priced at $499 plus tax, the Galaxy S III is available on any of MetroPCS' affordable 4G(LTE )service plans, which range from $30 - $70 per month, including the limited-time promotional plans of 4G LTE for $30 or unlimited talk, text and 4G(LTE )data for $55 per month (taxes and regulatory fees included). When comparing total costs of both the smartphone and rate plans with other 4G LTE operators, consumers can save approximately $1,200 or more over the course of two years (based on MetroPCS' current $55 4G(LTE) rate plan).

"We are excited to make the Samsung Galaxy S III smartphone available to our no annual contract subscribers," said Tom Keys, president and chief operating officer of MetroPCS. "With roughly one million 4G LTE customers already, we recognize that many want a premier smartphone that offers an array of high-end features and runs on our 4G LTE network. Available with any of our 4G LTE service plans, this smartphone offers a postpaid experience at a tremendous value to our consumers."

Not merely for consumers who demand more affordability than ever, the feature rich Galaxy S III at MetroPCS makes it easy for people to share content and experiences, quickly navigate applications and support a multitude of tasks.

The Galaxy S III at a Glance

    --  Lightning-fast response times and serious multi-tasking support thanks
        to advanced 1.5 GHz dual-core processor and 2GB of RAM memory
    --  4.8 inch 720P HD SuperAMOLED((TM)) screen
    --  8MP back and 1.9MP front cameras with features such as Burst Shot((TM))
        to capture still pictures at a rapid-fire pace with zero shutter lag;
        Best Shot that recommends the best picture to keep based on colors,
        lighting and clarity; and Share Shot, that allows other Galaxy S III
        users to quickly and wirelessly share pictures from up to 200 feet away
        over Wi-Fi(®)AllShare(®) Play streams videos, photos and music to
        various connected devices including TVs and speakers, remotely accesses
        files and shares group presentations and photos
    --  S Beam shares content and information - pictures, maps, contacts,
        calendars, etc. - by simply touching two Galaxy S III phones together
    --  Enhanced gesture controls to minimize unnecessary screen touches or
        softkey use
    --  Pop Up Play delivers video picture-in-picture so users can multitask
        with entertainment while accomplishing the day's tasks
    --  Near Field Communication (NFC) support
    --  Support for MetroPCS 4G(LTE) Mobile Hotspot service (available for an
        additional monthly charge)
For more information, please visit:
Details on rate plans and service features: http://www.metropcs.com/plans

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Press resources: http://www.metropcs.com/presscenter

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((1))Samsung Mobile is the No. 1 mobile phone provider in the United States based upon reported shipment data, according to Strategy Analytics, North America Handset Vendor Marketshare, Q2 2012.

Samsung, Galaxy, Galaxy S, AMOLED, AllShare and Burst Shot and are all trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. All other company names, product names and marks are the property of their respective owners and may be trademarks or registered trademarks. 

About MetroPCS Communications, Inc.
Dallas-based MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) is a provider of no annual contract, unlimited wireless communications service for a flat rate. MetroPCS is the fifth largest facilities-based wireless carrier in the United States based on number of subscribers served. With Metro USA(SM), MetroPCS customers can use their service in areas throughout the United States covering a population of over 280 million people. As of June 30, 2012, MetroPCS had approximately 9.3 million subscribers. For more information please visit http://www.metropcs.com.

About Samsung Telecommunications America
Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, (Samsung Mobile) a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets, wireless infrastructure and other telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, please visit http://www.samsung.com.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2011 consolidated sales of US$143.1 billion. Employing approximately 206,000 people in 197 offices across 72 countries, the company operates two separate organizations to coordinate its nine independent business units: Digital Media & Communications, comprising Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, and Digital Imaging; and Device Solutions, consisting of Memory, System LSI and LED. Recognized for its industry-leading performance across a range of economic, environmental and social criteria, Samsung Electronics was named the world's most sustainable technology company in the 2011 Dow Jones Sustainability Index. For more information, please visit http://www.samsung.com.

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MetroPCS Communications, Inc.

CONTACT: For Media, Drew R. Crowell of GolinHarris for MetroPCS, +1-972-341-2578, dcrowell@golinharris.com, or Martha Thomas of MWW Group for Samsung Mobile, +1-214-414-3335, mthomas@mww.com; for Investor Relations, Jim Mathias, Director, Investor Relations, +1-214-570-4641, investor_relations@metropcs.com

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

Xhibit Affiliate Signs Bob Bondurant High Performance Driving To Client Services Agreement For Digital Marketing Solutions

TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- FlyReply Corp, an affiliate of Xhibit Interactive, LLC ("Xhibit" or "the Company") a wholly owned subsidiary of NB Manufacturing, Inc. (OTCQB: NBMF), has signed Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving ("Bondurant") to a client services agreement for its digital marketing solutions including FlyReply(TM) email marketing services, LeadRevolution prospect development and digital AdMail delivery.

Xhibit Interactive will begin immediately developing Bob Bondurant School's digital marketing and client subscription initiatives. The Company will be in charge of developing cost-effective solutions to reach the School's existing global client base and developing new prospective clients through effective online marketing channels.

Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving is one of the most respected advanced driver training programs in the United States. Founded by Bob Bondurant, world champion race care driver and internationally recognized leader in advanced driving training opened Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving in 1968. The largest purpose-built driving school in the world, features a 15-turn, 1.6-mile road course, an eight-acre asphalt pad for advanced training and more than 200 race-prepared vehicles, sedans and open-wheel cars. Situated on Firebird Raceway's 600 acres of excitement in Phoenix, Arizona, the purpose-built facility has access to three additional race tracks, a watersports lake and three skid pads. Bondurant SuperKart School offers two karting tracks with state-of-the-art equipment and training. Bondurant Trackside is the premier leader in OEM events, showcasing manufacturer's vehicles. For more see Bondurant.com.

"We have chosen to work with Xhibit Interactive to become more cost effective and efficient at using our digital marketing strategy," said Todd Crutcher, Director of Marketing, for Bob Bondurant Schools. "We are relying on Xhibit to up our return on our dollars spent and at the same time help us to grow our business though totally new online opportunities. They have already shown us some very impressive results."

Xhibit President and CEO, Chris Richarde says, "Our services agreement with Bondurant is exactly the kind of multi-layered service solution we can bring to quality companies and organizations. We began the process by looking at Bondurant's needs and identified a great opportunity to help expand this established business using our email marketing products to spread greater awareness of Bondurant's unique educational products and services. We're proud to be working with such a quality name with such a strong legacy."

All products developed by Xhibit are integrated across the Company's total digital media platform and supported by Xhibit's comprehensive digital strategy, including full service digital ad agency and marketing resources.

About Xhibit Interactive, LLC

Xhibit is a cloud based marketing and technology development company focused on digital advertising, online and mobile social media, CRM (customer relationship management) solutions and games. Xhibit offers a total solution for digital advertising that is integrated throughout its divisions and shares technology and resources across all of its services. Through its subsidiaries, Xhibit utilizes its branded products and services to provide digital marketing and advertising solutions for top tier advertisers and agency clients.

Xhibit Interactive's product offerings include FlyReply.com, LeadRevolution.com, AdBind.com, and Xhibit Interactive's creative services.

For more information see http://www.xhibitcorp.com.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information

This press release may contain certain "forward-looking statements" relating to the business of NB Manufacturing, Inc., FlyReply Corp and Xhibit Interactive LLC. All statements, other than statements of historical fact included herein are "forward-looking statements" including statements regarding the advantages of Xhibit's and FlyReply's products and services, market acceptance, and success of the media campaign for Bondurant, the business strategy, plans and objectives of NB Manufacturing, Inc., FlyReply Corp and Xhibit Interactive LLC; and any other statements of non-historical information. These forward-looking statements are often identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "believes," "expects", "intended" or similar expressions, involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, they do involve assumptions, risks and uncertainties, and these expectations may prove to be incorrect. Investors should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company's actual results and ultimate corporate actions could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including the continued popularity and success of the Bondurant Driving School, the demand for this form of social media and viability of it for advertising, products and services developed by other companies that are competitive with this form of advertising, market share garnered by competitors, ability to maintain customer and vendor relationships, and those factors discussed in the Company's periodic reports that are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and available on its website (http://www.sec.gov), among other factors. All forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by these factors. Other than as required under the securities laws, the Company does not assume a duty to update these forward-looking statements.

SOURCE  Xhibit Interactive, LLC

Xhibit Interactive, LLC

CONTACT: NB Manufacturing, Inc. / Xhibit Interactive, LLC, Mike Schifsky, CFO, +1-435-655-5474

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

DBI Software and Triton Consulting expand partnership globally for the benefit of worldwide IBM DB2 LUW customers

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- DBI, a software company providing professional grade database performance management tools for IBM DB2® LUW, is pleased to announce support of Triton Consulting's global expansion of its Remote DBA service offerings.

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Triton's industry leading Remote DBA support service is uniquely designed to provide the highest level of stability for business critical operations. Remote DBA from Triton enables you to benefit from stable, secure management for all components of your DB2 infrastructure, minus the associated staffing costs and technical issues.

Mr. Scott Hayes, President and CEO of DBI states "The consultants at Triton are top experts in the DB2 industry.  It is an honor to support the international expansion of their prestigious Remote DBA service."

Mr. Julian Stuhler, Managing Director of Triton said "We have partnered with DBI for over a year, and their industry leading DBI pureFeat(TM) Performance Suite of tools for IBM DB2 LUW have helped us deliver outstanding performance results to our clients while enhancing our team's ability to be more productive and proactive."

When asked about his satisfaction with DBI and Triton Consulting Managed DBA Services, Mr.  Kumar, Director, Database & Application Services at Research Now in Plano Texas offered "Our business spans across several continents, from the Americas to Europe to Australia and therefore across various time zones.  Consequently, we required a 24x7 DB2 support service and Triton's 'Remote DBA 24x7 Plus' service fit the bill perfectly.  The support team members are all very professional, extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of DB2, and totally dependable at any time. We've had good experiences all along the way."

Mr. Kumar continued "We have been using the DBI Software toolset for about six months now.  We have seen benefits from day one as the toolset gives both ourselves and Triton Consulting, our DB2 Support Provider, metrics on the current status and history of our DB2 systems 24 hours a day. DBI tools highlight developing performance problems, allowing proactive work to be carried out, and provide detailed historical data on system and application performance, providing input for remedial work and detailed design analysis. We're currently moving our systems from AIX to Linux over an extended period and expect the DBI tools to provide valuable data on both platforms throughout and beyond." 

Organizations with demanding performance requirements are encouraged to learn more by visiting http://www.DBISoftware.com or by visiting DBI at the IBM Information on Demand Conference, October 21-25, Las Vegas, NV, booth #222.

About DBI
DBI (Database-Brothers, Inc.), headquartered in Austin, Texas, is your trusted partner for Breakthrough DB2 Performance Solutions that DELIVER INVALUABLE RESULTS for Organizations having the most Demanding Requirements and Discriminating Preferences. For information about DBI, please visit http://www.DBIsoftware.com or call Debbie Peters at (866) 773-8789 x101.

About Triton Consulting
Triton Consulting are IBM Premier Business Partners specializing in DB2 for both mainframe and midrange customers - They currently provide DB2 consultancy and remote DB2 support to customers throughout the UK, Ireland, Europe and North America, with plans to expand coverage across a wider geography.

For all press enquiries please contact Carol Davis-Mann on 00 44 (0)870 2411 550 or email carol.davis-mann@triton.co.uk.

About Research Now
Research Now provides products and solutions for conducting rapid, quality research to assist its customers in growing their businesses.  Research Now maintains offices in over 25 cities worldwide.  For more information, contact info@researchnow.com.

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University of Maryland's Mtech, Dingman Center Launch Innovation Fridays

Initiative Expands Key Programs Across Campus for Entrepreneurs Each Friday

COLLEGE PARK, Md., Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Starting today, every Friday entrepreneurs and innovators at the University of Maryland will not have far to go for help.

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The Maryland Technology Enterprise Institute (Mtech) and the Dingman Center for Entrepreneurship are launching Innovation Fridays, a collection of signature resources now available across the entire campus for entrepreneurs and innovators.

Innovation Fridays combines the Dingman Center's successful Pitch Dingman program with Mtech's broad-reaching Innovation Office Hours and Entrepreneur Office Hours. Both programs will be available from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. every Friday throughout the year. A full schedule of locations is available at http://www.innovationfridays.umd.edu.

"Innovation Fridays builds on five years of Pitch Dingman and five years of Entrepreneur Office Hours, two programs that have helped thousands of budding student, faculty, and regional entrepreneurs," said Dean Chang, director of Mtech's Venture Programs, in the A. James Clark School of Engineering, and Elana Fine, managing director of the Dingman Center in the Robert H. Smith School of Business, in a joint statement. "We are now linking those signature programs together to ensure that anyone on campus seeking help with making their ideas a reality can get assistance each and every Friday at multiple locations across campus."

Innovation Fridays aligns with UMD's growing commitment to creating a university-wide culture of entrepreneurship and its strategic priority of creating 100 new companies over the next decade.

Resources available during Innovation Fridays include:

Pitch Dingman: pitch your ideas to experts in an informal setting

Serving more than 200 entrepreneurs annually, Pitch Dingman features weekly informal sessions where UMD students can pitch their ideas to Entrepreneurs in Residence.

No written business plans or PowerPoint Presentations are needed. Students give a short (3-5 minute) pitch or a persuasive overview of their idea and Dingman experts provide actionable feedback. Students who already own and run established businesses are encouraged to come to the Pitch Dingman sessions for more advanced advice on how best to position their business for future success.

Twice a semester, students can compete for $2,750 in start-up funding at the Pitch Dingman Competition. Everyone is welcome to attend Pitch Dingman Competitions as an audience member and there is no need to register.

Innovation Office Hours: share and brainstorm your ideas with experts 1-on-1

Serving over 1,000 current or aspiring entrepreneurs since fall 2007, Innovation Office Hours (expanded from Entrepreneur Office Hours) features experts offering free advice, one-on-one, on any topic related to entrepreneurship or innovation (including research) at locations across the University of Maryland campus.

Every business starts as a single idea about how to make the world better. Students and faculty can take the first step toward bringing their ideas or research into the commercial sphere and/or start their own companies. They will learn from experienced entrepreneurs 1-on-1 every Friday, where they can refine their business ideas, test market demand, receive free and impartial advice, brainstorm business strategies, investigate funding opportunities and learn about resources available to researchers and entrepreneurs.

Eric Rosenberg, founder of 512 Technology, a company whose Route Rider mobile app allows anyone to instantly look up exactly how many minutes until the next Shuttle-UM bus arrives at any stop on or off campus, has taken advantage of both Pitch Dingman and Entrepreneur Office Hours. Because of UMD's diverse entrepreneurial mentoring and funding network, UMD students, commuters, and visitors using Route Rider can now avoid waiting countless minutes in the cold and rain at Shuttle-UM bus stops.

"Going to Pitch Dingman and Entrepreneur Office Hours was the very first thing I did," said Rosenberg. "It was there that I first learned about all of the great resources available for entrepreneurs at the university. I was there almost every week. I met with the experts and mentors at both Dingman and Mtech to talk about nearly every aspect of my company. It has been awesome to have this mentorship. They've gone through many of the same problems we are going through. They can steer you through those pitfalls. It's been incredibly helpful."

For a full schedule of Innovation Fridays times and locations, visit http://www.innovationfridays.umd.edu.

About the Dingman Center for Entrepreneurship
The Dingman Center has been at the forefront of entrepreneurship education and practice for more than 25 years. The Center's primary activities include helping students build their ventures, creating experiential learning opportunities and providing regional entrepreneurs with access to capital. Key programs for University of Maryland students include Pitch Dingman, weekly walk-in sessions to pitch business ideas to experienced entrepreneurs for feedback, Cupid's Cup, an annual business competition sponsored by Under Armour founder Kevin Plank, and the China Business Plan Competition, an annual competition and global studies trip in partnership with Peking University. Within the region, the Center operates Dingman Center Angels, the area's most active angel investor network with more than 40 members and 30 companies funded since 2005. More information is available at http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/dingman.

About the Maryland Technology Enterprise Institute (Mtech)?
The mission of Mtech is to educate the next generation of technology entrepreneurs, create successful technology ventures, and connect Maryland companies with university resources to help them succeed. Founded in 1983, Mtech has had a $27.8 billion impact on the Maryland economy and helped create or retain more than 7,000 jobs. Top-selling products such as MedImmune's Synagis®, which protects infants from a deadly respiratory disease, and Hughes Communications' HughesNet®, which brings satellite-based, high-speed Internet access to the world, were developed through or enhanced by our programs. Billion dollar companies such as Martek Biosciences and Digene Corporation graduated from our incubator. Mtech offers three experiential learning programs and 21 entrepreneurship and innovation courses, served to 865 enrollees in 2011, at the pre-college, undergraduate, graduate and executive education levels. More information is available at http://www.mtech.umd.edu.

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CONTACT: Eric Schurr, +1-301-405-3889, schurr@umd.edu

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Jazzercise Launches New Mobile App on iTunes and Android

CARLSBAD, Calif., Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Jazzercise, Inc. has gone mobile! Customers can now stay connected to Jazzercise wherever they go with the help of the free Jazzercise app, now available on iTunes and Android.

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With the Jazzercise app, customers can:

    --  Find up-to-date class schedules
    --  Easily add a class to their calendar
    --  Check-in on social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter
    --  Search classes by their favorite instructors or class format
    --  See current promotions and information
    --  View facility hours and contact information
Currently, the app can either search by zip code or use current location to determine the closest Jazzercise facilities near the user.  Upgraded search functionality will be added to the Jazzercise App soon, along with other new features.

"We are thrilled to offer this convenient feature to our customers, franchisees and prospective customers," said Jazzercise Founder & CEO Judi Sheppard Missett. "Our mobile users can now stay connected to their favorite Jazzercise instructors and locations or use this app to find a class when they travel."

The app is available now in the App Store and on Google Play under "health and fitness."

The Jazzercise dance fitness program, founded in 1969, hosts a network of 7,800 instructors teaching more than 32,000 classes weekly in 32 countries. The workout program, which offers a fusion of jazz dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga, kickboxing and Latin-style movements, has positively affected millions of people worldwide. For more information on Jazzercise, visit jazzercise.com.

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CONTACT: Nicole Cox, +1-760-602-7119, ncox@jazzercise.com

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

Cellphone-Mate® Partners with Talley, Inc.® to Sell Cellular Amplifiers

Talley, Inc. to provide full line of consumer, enterprise-grade and select vehicle cellular amplifiers from Cellphone-Mate

FREMONT, Calif., Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Cellular amplifier and accessory manufacturer, Cellphone-Mate, Inc. (http://www.surecall.com), and leading U.S. telecommunications distributor, Talley, Inc. (http://www.talleycom.com) today announced that Talley, Inc. will begin selling Cellphone-Mate's line of SureCall cellular amplifiers, starting immediately.

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Cellphone-Mate's CEO, Hongtao Zhan expressed his pleasure at the partnership, "As we enter the Enterprise, or DAS (Distributed Antenna Systems) market, with our 80dB five-band amplifier, The Force-5, it's important we have a partner like Talley, Inc., that understands and services that sales channel in such a thorough and professional manner. It may sound cliché, but we see this as a win-win partnership for both companies. We provide a high-quality advanced solution and we give their customers High Linearity amplifiers and antennas at a price which allow them to bid on projects at the lower end of the DAS market."

As one of the largest telecommunications equipment providers for broadband and connectivity integrators and contractors, Talley is carrying SureCall cellular amplifiers because of Cellphone-Mate's reputation in providing high-quality, cost-efficient solutions to the commercial market. In addition, with the growing 4G deployment by major cellular carriers across the nation, Talley also wanted to carry the acknowledged first-to-market leader in single-band 4G and multi-band 4G solutions for Verizon and AT&T LTE networks and T-Mobile's 4G AWS network. 

Talley will offer their customers SureCall amplifiers for large commercial buildings, residences and small offices and a select supply of vehicle or mobile amplifiers. All SureCall amplifiers are encased in metal, optimize reception and reduce oscillation. SureCall amplifiers also feature automatic shutdown, adjustable dB Gain, compartmentalized design and High Linearity.

About Talley

Talley was founded in 1983 to serve the needs of wireless communications professionals in a wide range of industries -- from local public safety to nationwide cellular and everything in-between. Today Talley is one of the nation's largest distributors of wireless infrastructure, communications and mobile products. Talley serves customers in several industry segments with eight distribution centers stocking inventory from over 100 major suppliers. All eight cities are cable-processing capable. Talley's inventory reflects the demands of wireless communications, infrastructure and mobile communications users. In addition, a wide variety of broadband products as well as cable assemblies are offered.

About Cellphone-Mate Incorporated

Cellphone-Mate Inc. is the innovation leader in cellular amplifier technology - specializing in design and manufacturing of cell phone signal amplifiers and accessories. These amplifier systems provide coverage where there is none, and dramatically improve cell phone communications for businesses, homes and mobile settings. The SureCall flagship product line of FCC-approved amplifiers boosts the range and reception of almost any cellular call and/or data. Founded in 2001 and based in the Silicon Valley, Cellphone-Mate is an industry leader with multiple patents pending on their superior signal amplifier technology. The company continues to develop innovative new products that address the changing needs of all types of cellular and mobile broadband users. For more information, visit http://www.surecall.com.

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

DelightGifts.in Launches India's 1st Experience Gifting Website

NEW DELHI, October 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

    With Over 500 Experiences to Choose From in Categories Like Spa, Adventure, Sports,
Dining, Entertainment and More, DelightGifts.in Will Help People Give a Gift That Creates
Memories

    Delight Gifts brings you experience gifting, a memorable, unforgettable gift that is
truly appreciated by the recipient. They say gift a product and the person appreciates it
for a while, gift an experience and the memories created last forever.

    Whatever the occasion, with over 65 brands and 500 experiences in categories like
gourmet, spa and salon, hotel getaways, art and craft, entertainment, sports and
adventure, Delight Gifts has experience gifts across price points and most major cities in
India. These are hand-picked experiences from premier partners such as ITC Hotels, Oberoi
Hotels, Neemrana, VLCC, Toni & Guy, Fender Music Academy, Olive, Kingdom of Dreams and
many more. Some examples include Dinner for two, Wine tasting, Yoga, Hair Cut and Style,
Home Makeover, Weekend Getaway, Fishing, Camping, Paint Balling, Golf Coaching, Personal
Training Sessions to name a few.

    What's unique is their complimentary Gift Concierge Services which includes gift
purchase assistance, gift tracking, gift experience booking services, date reminders,
wedding and birthday wish list services.

    So the next time you want to impress someone, send them a gift experience
[http://www.delightgifts.in/experience-gifts ] such as wine tasting, spa treatment or golf
coaching. Delight Gifts will package the experience voucher in a beautiful gift box with
the gift givers personal message and send it via courier to the gift recipient.
DelightGifts.in have partnered with one of the best courier service providers in India to
ensure that the gift reaches in time. They also manage the booking of the experience with
the partner so that the gift recipient has no hassles in redeeming the voucher. What's
more is that most Delight Gifts' experience vouchers are valid for 12 months and can be
exchanged towards any other experiences available.

    Further DelightGifts.in allows the gift giver to complete the experience by adding
sinful chocolates and beautiful fresh flowers during check out. All in all, a complete
service right from choosing special experiences to booking them for the gift recipient,
this is one gifting portal which is filled with unique gift ideas and experiences
[http://www.delightgifts.in ] which is sure to stick around.

    As they say, celebrate every moment!

    For further information please visit http://www.DelightGifts.in.

    About Delight Gifts:

    Delight Gifts is owned and operated under the Company SPSL Infotech Pvt. Ltd. in
Gurgaon, Haryana, India. The web portal http://www.delightgifts.in [http://www.delightgifts.in ]
is an e-commerce portal with gift experiences and products where consumer globally can
purchase gifts to be delivered in India. Having partnered with over 65 established brands,
Delight Gifts offers over 500 gift experiences and products to consumers and corporate
clients in India and across the world for delivery within India.

    Primary Media Contact: Pooja Lal, pooja@delightgifts.in, 91-124-4218526,
91-9560158526

DelightGifts.in

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Ipswitch Launches WhatsUp Gold v16

LEXINGTON, Massachusetts, October 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

         Expanded IT Management Software Offers Deepest Capabilities and Lowest Total

                             Cost of Ownership on the Market

    Ipswitch, Inc., developers of the WhatsUp Gold suite of IT Management solutions
[http://www.whatsupgold.com ], today released version 16 (v16) of its software - the most
powerful, robust and cost-effective performance monitoring software available in its
class. WhatsUp Gold v16 comes loaded with unmatched out-of-the-box functionality,
including comprehensive network, server and application monitoring, automated layer 2
discovery and mapping
[http://www.whatsupgold.com/technology/network-management/network-discovery/index.aspx ],
advancedwireless infrastructure management
[http://www.whatsupgold.com/technology/network-management/wireless-network-monitoring/index.aspx ]
and hardware and software asset reporting
[http://www.whatsupgold.com/glossary/network-discovery-tool/asset-inventory.aspx ] - all in
a single, downloadable application.

    WhatsUp Gold v16 removes the hassles, complexity and costs associated with
enterprise-grade IT management. The software's single pane of glass interface integrates
all network, system and application management tools into one web-based console, providing
administrators with a central hub for everything IT management, and a simple means to
maintain a healthy, strong and secure IT infrastructure.

    "There's been a gaping hole in the IT management space for years. Small and mid-sized
businesses had to depend on watered-down solutions, while Fortune 500s were burdened with
the complexities of management platforms that took months to deploy and large staffs to
manage," said Ronnie Ray, Vice President of Marketing and Product Management at Ipswitch's
Network Management Division. "WhatsUp Gold v16 fills this gap with powerful and scalable
enterprise-level functionality, minus the hassles and at a price that any size business
can afford."

    No other vendor in the marketplace provides as much out-of-the-box functionality as
WhatsUp Gold. New functionality offered at no additional cost in WhatsUp Gold v16 Premium
Edition includes:

       
        - Wireless infrastructure management to monitor wireless bandwidth, track
          BYOD trends and stay vigilant against rogue devices.
        - Layer 2 discovery and mapping for visual insight into the connectivity between
          wired and wireless devices, immediate access to performance information directly from
          the map, and the ability to automatically set monitoring rules and dependencies that
          speeds up problem resolution.
        - Asset and inventory reporting to automatically discover, monitor and report on
          network and software assets and associated warranty information.

    "Everything about WhatsUp Gold's v16 breathes simplicity. The single Web console saves
us valuable time by enabling our team to monitor our national network from one screen,"
said Michael O'Quin, a Network Administrator at Pacific Retirement Services. "The core
functionality is really impressive; we expect the wireless management and VMware
monitoring capabilities to have a real impact on our operations."

    Backed by a distributed architecture, WhatsUp Gold v16 is completely scalable from the
startup to the enterprise, capable of powering organizations with as little as 25 devices,
or as many as 20,000. The device-based pricing model
[http://www.whatsupgold.com/products/compare/?k_id=hpbanner6a ] eliminates buyer confusion
and saves companies money by ensuring that organizations only pay for what they need. The
single-pane-of-glass interface dramatically reduces the costs associated with deploying
multiple, high-maintenance solutions in a single environment.

    Pricing for WhatsUp Gold v16 starts at $1595. A free 30-day trial is available to
download from the WhatsUpGold website. The single-footprint download and easy installation
will have IT managers up and running in minutes.

    About the Network Management Division of Ipswitch, Inc.

    The Network Management Division of Ipswitch, Inc. is the force behind WhatsUp Gold,
the integrated suite of IT management solutions. Over 100,000 networks - from SMBs to
enterprises - depend on WhatsUp Gold for comprehensive network, system, application and
log monitoring and management in both physical and virtual infrastructure environments.
The latest version of WhatsUp Gold includes powerful wireless infrastructure management,
automated Layer 2/3 discovery and comprehensive asset reporting - all delivered via one
download, through a unified and customizable Web console.

    After 20 years in business, Ipswitch continues to develop products that solve IT
managers' problems worldwide - with U.S. headquarters in Lexington, MA and offices in
Atlanta and Augusta, GA and Madison, WI, as well as international offices in Netherlands
and Japan.

    To learn more about WhatsUp Gold, please visit:
http://www.whatsupgold.com/products/download/
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The Network Management Division of Ipswitch, Inc.