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War Commander Launches "Live Battles" To Conquer Competitive Multiplayer Games For Browser

Real-time PvP combat set to raise the level of intensity and epic warfare

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- KIXEYE, the leader in competitive online combat strategy games, announced today that War Commander, the #1 rated MMO-RTS game on Facebook, has launched "Live Battles," an exciting new feature that will allow players to engage in high-intensity PvP battles with opponents from around the world.

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Players will now be able to immediately drop into the game and instantly command their troops to defend against enemy attacks as they happen. This form of synchronous, head-to-head strategic combat will be a first for any browser-based game without a client download.   

"Live Battles for War Commander was the number one most requested feature by our community, and we spent the past four months working to get it right," said David Scott, executive producer at KIXEYE.  "We see this as the future of competitive multiplayer games for browser, and it's quantum leaps forward of what's currently on the market."

The launch of Live Battles marks the latest in a series of major updates to War Commander, including a massive new World Map, which lets players explore and take control of new territory to build their empires. Additional updates such as customizable army units and a wider range of defensive tower options are also planned for the near future. War Commander, which is celebrating its one-year anniversary, currently has over 5 million monthly active users who play an average of three sessions and over 1 hour and 30 minutes per day.

For more information about War Commander, please visit http://www.kixeye.com/press. To receive the latest news and updates about KIXEYE, LIKE us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/kixeye or follow us on Twitter @KIXEYE. 

KIXEYE currently has over 300 employees based in its San Francisco headquarters. Thinking about joining the KIXEYE team? Watch this: http://www.beawesomer.com. 

About KIXEYE
Founded in 2007, KIXEYE is an online gaming company that plays to win.  Responsible for popular titles like Backyard Monsters, Battle Pirates and War Commander, KIXEYE is redefining the intersection of game development and technology to create innovative browser-based experiences for competitive gamers. The company is based in San Francisco.

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To download new gameplay tutorial trailers, screenshots and other assets for War Commander, please visit: http://www.kixeye.com/press

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    KIXEYE          Double Forte, on behalf of KIXEYE
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Del Frisco's Restaurant Group Announces New Mobile Websites and Application Making Experience Even Easier for Guests

Using mobile devices, guests will be able to stay connected to Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House, Sullivan's Steakhouse and Del Frisco's Grille

SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Oct. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Del Frisco's Restaurant Group (DFRG) announced that it has made it easier for "guests on the go" to stay connected to their favorite restaurants with the launch of three new mobile websites for each of its concepts, Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House, Sullivan's Steakhouse and Del Frisco's Grille.  The new sites will serve guests who are now primarily using their smart phones and tablets to browse the internet.  Additionally, the company has developed two mobile applications for regular guests of Sullivan's and Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House.

The new websites are optimized for mobile devices, allowing for an easy-to-use mobile web experience. The sites highlight key pieces of information that meet the needs of the growing population of mobile users and business travelers. Once cumbersome activities such as making reservations, browsing menus and finding directions are now easily performed in a stylish user experience.  Additionally, guests can toggle among all three of DFRG's award-winning concepts on one site and can view current features, photos and connect through social media and the restaurants' e-mail clubs.

With an estimated 250 million smart phones in use in the United States, it's vital to have a site that users can browse clearly and navigate with accuracy.  DFRG's mobile sites will not only make for a more seamless experience for current guests, they will increase the likelihood that new guests looking for restaurants with great steaks, fantastic wine selections and great service will find the company's restaurants through online searches.

"This is an exciting time for restaurants, as there are more ways than ever for us to connect with our guests, be discovered by new guests and extend our hospitality beyond the walls of our restaurants," said Mark Mednansky, CEO of Del Frisco's Restaurant Group.  "We hope our mobile presence will give our guests a more convenient way to stay engaged with their local restaurants and offer more opportunities to share their dining experience with friends and family."

The mobile application, available on Blackberry and iPhone, adds a layer of local connectivity and social media access for fans of Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House and Sullivan's Steakhouse.  In addition to the features of the mobile site, the application displays local events calendars, which include live music schedules, wine dinners, special menus and other events.  Fans of the restaurants can easily "check-in" through their favorite social media channels and can interact with other guests, discover daily features and learn more about what is happening locally through their city's Facebook page.  Additionally, they can share dining experiences with one-touch access to Yelp and through the live Twitter feed.

To download the Del Frisco's & Sullivan's Application, please visit:
Del Friscos (iOS):
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/del-friscos/id491040364?mt=8&ls=1

Sullivan's (iOS):
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sullivans-steakhouse/id491099993?mt=8&ls=1

About Del Frisco's Restaurant Group
Based in Dallas, Del Frisco's Restaurant Group is a collection of more than 30 restaurants located across the country, including Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House, Del Frisco's Grille and Sullivan's Steakhouse.  Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House serves up flawless cuisine that's bold and delicious, an extensive award-winning wine list and a level of service that reminds guests that they're the boss.  Del Frisco's Grille takes the classic bar and grill to new heights, with creative twists on American comfort cuisine.  Sullivan's Steakhouse is perfect for a big night on the town - with food, drinks, and live entertainment all under one roof.  All of the restaurants create a seamless dining experience for savvy travelers who regularly dine out and entertain away from home.  Each restaurant in Del Frisco's Restaurant Group welcomes guests with genuine hospitality and a commitment to the local community.

Media contacts:  Casey Shaughnessy and Danielle Mayer, Glodow Nead Communications, 415-394-6500.

SOURCE  Del Frisco's Restaurant Group

Del Frisco's Restaurant Group

ProGaming Platforms Signs JV with Inhouse Interactive to Launch State-of-the-Art Social Media Games

TEL AVIV, Israel, October 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

    ProGaming Platforms Corp. (OTCBB:PPTF), developer of a commercial multiplayer online
gaming and reward processing software platform, announced today that the company has
signed a definitive joint venture agreement with Inhouse Interactive (
http://www.inhouse.co.il) a boutique designer of interactive online games and creative
advertising solutions. The two companies will collaborate to launch its unlimited player,
state-of-the-art puzzle game into social media networks, most notably Facebook. The
customizable game platform will track participant results and payout rewards.

    The two companies will further seek to leverage the technology, by selling the
customizable game platform as an advertising tool for companies seeking to increase name
and brand recognition. Thereby, companies will be able to create games designed for
marketing purposes, to attract and retain potential customers.

    "Leading to the signing of this Joint Venture, Inhouse Interactive performed due
diligence with multiple marketing and online advertising specialists, and confirmed that
there is substantial demand for customizable advertising competitions on social media
platforms, particularly Facebook," said Lior Zerling, CEO of Inhouse Interactive. "We
believe that partnering with ProGaming Platforms to introduce this flexible new product to
the continuously growing social media market should present a wealth of commercial
opportunities."

    "Integrating ProGaming Platform's proprietary system via social media and marketing
channels is a significant piece of our business model," said Erez Zino, Chief Executive
Officer of ProGaming Platforms. "We are extremely pleased to sign this Joint Venture
agreement with Inhouse Interactive. We are optimistic that together we will provide a
useful commercial and advertising tool for companies seeking to attract customers from the
social media strata-a multi-billion dollar industry," Zino added.

    About ProGaming

    ProGaming is the ultimate software platform for the multiplayer internet and social
media games. ProGaming's platform automatically and accurately determines game winners
from an unlimited pool of players, and automatically pays monetary reward payouts. The
platform can be integrated into any existing billing system, can be licensed by any online
gaming provider, and can sit on any third-party server.

    Learn more about ProGaming Platforms at http://www.progamingcorp.com.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This letter contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of
the Securities Act of 1933 as amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of
1934 as amended. All forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain, based on current
expectations and assumptions concerning future events or future performance of ProGaming
Platforms Corp., and its technologies. In evaluating such statements, prospective
investors should review carefully various risks and uncertainties identified in this
release, as actual results may differ materially from those indicated. ProGaming Platforms
Corp. public filings may be viewed at http://www.sec.gov.

       
        Contact:
        info@progamingcorp.com
        +1(917)522-8377

ProGaming Platforms Corp

NIVEA Enlists Mario Lopez and Courtney Mazza to Launch its Kiss of the Year Contest on Facebook--the Search for America's Greatest Love Story

Winning Couple to Ring in the New Year with Mario Lopez and Courtney Mazza on the NIVEA Kiss Stage in New York City's Times Square

Couple to also have their New Year's Eve Kiss featured in Us Weekly

WILTON, Conn., Oct. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- NIVEA announced today the launch of its most exciting New Year's Eve program yet with the Kiss of the Year Contest-- a contest via Facebook where fans can share their love story for an opportunity to experience that all-important, memorable New Year's Eve Kiss in front of millions on the NIVEA Kiss Stage in the heart of Times Square. NIVEA's panel of celebrity and expert judges will determine the three finalists with the most compelling love stories who will win a trip to New York City to appear on The Wendy Williams Show. Public votes will then determine the winning "Kiss of the Year" couple to win the grand prize:

    --  An all-expenses paid trip to New York City where they'll join NIVEA New
        Year's Eve Kiss ambassadors, Mario Lopez and Courtney Mazza on the NIVEA
        Kiss Stage in Times Square on New Year's Eve for the year's most
        spectacular kiss
    --  Two exclusive VIP tickets to the New Year's Eve party at the Hard Rock
        Cafe in Times Square to attend the star-studded official New Year's Eve
        celebration
    --  A feature in Us Weekly Magazine highlighting their memorable New Year's
        Eve Kiss
For the fifth year in a row, NIVEA will "paint" Times Square-- the epicenter of the world's New Year's Eve celebrations --  blue as the official sponsor of the Times Square Alliance's New Year's Eve Celebration. NIVEA is the #1 lip care brand in the world; the brand offers more than 15 moisturizing lip care products that are all made to make kisses better. That said, it's only fitting for NIVEA to sponsor one of the biggest and most important kisses of the year.

"NIVEA has always believed in the power of human touch. Our products help consumers achieve touchably smooth skin and kissably soft lips that make you want to touch and be touched...bringing everyone closer together," said Magnus Jonsson, Vice President, Marketing at Beiersdorf, Inc.

"We are excited, once again, to be the official sponsor of the Times Square Alliance New Year's Eve Celebration where we'll help millions of people in Times Square and around the globe make that all-important New Year's kiss better as the clock strikes midnight."

To help ring in 2013 and select the winners of the Kiss of the Year Contest, NIVEA has enlisted one of America's most romantic couples, TV personalities Mario Lopez and Courtney Mazza. The couple will serve as the official hosts of NIVEA's annual New Year's Eve celebration in the heart of Times Square.

"We're thrilled to join forces with NIVEA to host the NIVEA Kiss Stage at the Times Square New Year's Eve Celebration, and to help one loving couple win the experience of a lifetime," said Mario Lopez. "The New Year's Eve kiss is the year's most memorable kiss and sets the tone for the days and months that follow," says Courtney Mazza. "This is an especially important time of the year for us: last New Year's Eve, Mario proposed and the kiss that followed my saying 'yes,' is one that we'll never forget."

The Kiss of the Year Contest details are as follows:

SUBMISSION PERIOD: October 18(th) - November 7(th

)Starting October 18(th), couples can log onto Facebook.com/NIVEAUSA  to share their true love stories, a photo and the compelling reasons they deserve to be named NIVEA's "Kiss of the Year" Couple.

JUDGING PERIOD: November 8(th) - November 25(th)
NIVEA's panel of celebrity and expert judges, led by NIVEA Kiss Stage hosts Mario Lopez and Courtney Mazza, will use their romance expertise to select three lucky couples that will advance to the finalist phase where the public gets to vote on Facebook for their favorite couple for this once in a lifetime experience. All three finalists will win a trip to New York City to appear on The Wendy Williams Show.

PUBLIC VOTING PERIOD: November 26(th) - December 16(th

)Starting November 26(th), people across the country can view the three finalists'  compelling love stories and vote to choose their favorite couple to win the grand prize trip to Times Square on New Year's Eve.

WINNER UNVEILING: December( )31(st)
Following the public voting period, NIVEA's panel of celebrity and expert judges will announce the lucky winning couple of the Kiss of the Year Contest on Facebook.com/NIVEAUSA.

For more information about NIVEA lip care,  NIVEA's New Year's Eve celebration, or to coordinate interviews with NIVEA executives and/or Mario Lopez and Courtney Mazza, please contact Katie Scarth, Katie.Scarth@pmkbnc.com.

About NIVEA
NIVEA is a leading manufacturer of consumer products for skin and beauty care. The NIVEA brand portfolio includes NIVEA, NIVEA Lip Care, NIVEA Body Wash, and NIVEA For Men. For more information on NIVEA, visit our Web site, http://www.NIVEAusa.com

About Beiersdorf AG
NIVEA is owned by Hamburg, Germany-based Beiersdorf AG, a leading manufacturer of branded consumer products for skin and beauty care, with over 125 years of experience in research and development, and a strong global presence. The company produces leading international brands such as NIVEA, Eucerin, la prairie, Juvena, Labello, 8x4, Futuro, Florena, Hansaplast/Elastoplast and Tesa. For more information, visit http://www.beiersdorfusa.com.

SOURCE  Beiersdorf Inc.

Beiersdorf Inc.

CONTACT: Katie Scarth, PMK-BNC for NIVEA, Katie.scarth@pmkbnc.com, +1-212-373-6103, Leslie Kickham, Beiersdorf Inc., Lkickham@bdfusa.com, +1-203-563-5821

Synergis Publishes SynergisCAD Blog

Autodesk Platinum Tier Partner Authors New Blog for Better Customer Support

QUAKERTOWN, Pa., Oct. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Synergis Technologies, Inc. today announced the launch of the Synergis Engineering Design Solutions blog as the hub for discussions, industry news, software information, and technical expertise.  The SynergisCAD Blog (http://synergiscadblog.com) is a source for information for Autodesk software users to hear from certified Autodesk professionals and trainers about the Autodesk solutions, in real-world applications, helping these design engineers innovate their designs and processes.

Synergis, an Autodesk Platinum Tier Partner providing customers with best-in-class full solutions support, consulting, training, implementation, customization, is now lending technical and industry knowledge through this new outlet.  Synergis' aim is to help customers make more informed decisions on their business and offer tips to keep them ahead of the competition. 

"The SynergisCAD Blog complements Synergis' online presence and provides engineers access to the expertise of our professional services team," said Kristen Tomasic, vice president of Synergis Engineering Design Solutions. "Our team comes from industry, manufacturing, AEC, engineering, natural resources and infrastructure (ENI), and understands what is important to our customers.  The blog enables them to share their perspectives on industry solutions and trends and provides a forum for interactive discussion with the entire design community."

About Synergis Engineering Design Solutions
Synergis Engineering Design Solutions, a division of Synergis Technologies, Inc., provides customers solutions to make them more productive, competitive, and profitable.  Synergis is an Autodesk VAR and holds privileged recognition as an Autodesk Platinum Partner, Autodesk's highest level of certification, for the expertise, training and services it provides for the manufacturing, AEC, ENI, and education communities; Autodesk Consulting Specialized Partner; and Autodesk Authorized Training Center (ATC).  Companies in these industries turn to Synergis for Autodesk software, and the highest quality training, professional services, and support available to help them stay ahead. For more information on Synergis Engineering Design Solutions, visit http://www.synergis.com or call 800-836-5440.

© 2012 Synergis Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved

Autodesk and ATC are registered trademarks of Autodesk, Inc., in the USA and/or other countries.

SOURCE  Synergis Technologies, Inc.

Synergis Technologies, Inc.

CONTACT: Ellen Walter, Synergis Engineering Design Solutions,+1-215-302-3062, ellen.walter@synergis.com

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

Yelp Rolls Out Consumer Alerts to Educate and Inform Consumers

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Yelp Inc. (NYSE: YELP), the company that connects people with great local businesses, announced today that it will be taking additional steps to protect consumers from biased reviews. The company will place a consumer alert message on a business's profile page when it determines that there have been significant efforts to purchase fake reviews to mislead consumers.

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"Yelp has become so influential in the consumer decision making process that some businesses will go to extreme lengths to bolster their reviews," said Eric Singley, vice president of consumer products and mobile, Yelp. "While our filter already does a great job of highlighting the most useful content, we think consumers have a right to know when someone is going to great lengths to mislead them."

The consumer alert will call attention to attempts to purchase reviews for a business profiled on Yelp. When consumers click on the alert, we will show them screenshots exposing the effort to mislead our users.

The alert will be removed from the business's Yelp page after 90 days, unless evidence of ongoing efforts is discovered, which may renew the warning period. Initially, nine businesses will have the consumer alert message posted on their profile page, but the company will be posting alerts like these on an ongoing basis as warranted.

Beyond alerting consumers to attempts to purchase reviews, the next step in Yelp's Consumer Alert program will be to let consumers know if a business has had a large number of reviews submitted from the same Internet Protocol (IP) address, which can be a helpful indicator that they lack authenticity. While the review filter already takes this type of information into account, we believe that consumers also have a right to know if this activity is going on.

Consumer trust is essential to the utility of a user-generated review service. Since early 2005, Yelp has taken an aggressive stance to protect the quality of the content on its site, namely in the form of its review filter which aims to highlight reviews that are helpful and reliable. This automated program is applied continually and equally to all reviews submitted to Yelp. Reviews that have been flagged by the filter can be viewed by users if desired. Yelp has become a trusted source for more than 78 million monthly visitors in large part because of this focused quality-over-quantity approach.

An independent Businessweek(i) report confirmed the success of Yelp's efforts to protect consumers. The article details the efforts of a Texan business owner who purchased 200 online reviews in an attempt to artificially bolster his business's online reputation. The report found that Yelp's review filter returned "impressive results" catching every purchased review, while the shill reviews remained up on seven other review sites.

Academic studies from Harvard Business School(ii )and UC Berkeley(iii), have demonstrated the impact a business's Yelp reviews can have on its success. These findings indicate a strong incentive for some businesses to try to game the system, and explain why Yelp must continue to innovate in the steps it takes to protect consumers.

Yelp exists to help consumers find and support local businesses. In its ongoing efforts to help local business owners make the most of their presence on Yelp, the company has built a robust online resource (biz.yelp.com) and offers regular workshops for business owners, both via webinars and locally in more than a dozen cities across the US.

About Yelp

Yelp Inc. connects people with great local businesses. Yelp was founded in San Francisco in July 2004. Since then, Yelp communities have taken root in major metros across the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Austria, The Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Belgium, Australia, Sweden Denmark, Norway, Finland, Singapore and Poland. Yelp had a monthly average of approximately 78 million unique visitors in Q2 2012(iv). By the end of the same quarter, Yelpers had written more than 30 million rich, local reviews, making Yelp the leading local guide for everything from boutiques and mechanics to restaurants and dentists. Yelp's mobile applications were used on approximately 7.2 million unique mobile devices on a monthly average basis during Q2 2012. For more information please email press@yelp.com.

Media contact:
Yelp Inc.   
Stephanie Ichinose   
phone: 415-908-3679   
email: press@yelp.com

(i) Source: BusinessWeek "A Lie Detector Test for Online Reviewers", Karen Weise (September 29, 2011)

(ii) Source: Harvard Business School, Michael Luca (October 2011)

(iii) Source: The Economic Journal, Michael Anderson and Jeremy Magruder (March 2012)

(iv) Source: Google Analytics

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Samsung and Khan Academy Partner to Bring Innovative Tablet-Based Educational Training Tool to Mountain View Whisman School District

Pilot program delivers State-of-the-art Galaxy Note 10.1 tablets to classrooms, with preloaded video learning application developed by Samsung

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsung Media Solutions Center America (MSCA) today announced a partnership with Khan Academy, a not-for-profit organization committed to bringing a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere, with the intent of fostering deeper educational engagement through use of new classroom technologies for teachers and students. The partnership commences with a pilot program, in which Samsung provides the Mountain View Whisman School District (MVWSD) with Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 tablets, preloaded with a new Khan Academy application developed by Samsung MSCA, which enable students to search and view Khan Academy's extensive library of instructional videos.

"Khan Academy is excited to partner with Samsung and MVWSD to enable students in elementary and middle schools to have access to technology that can bring self-paced, personalized and mastery-based learning into the classroom. We are also excited that Samsung is helping increase access to technology, demonstrating a great way for corporations to get involved in public education," said Sundar Subbarayan, Khan Academy School Implementation Lead.

The Galaxy Note 10.1 tablets enhances engagement by enabling students to draw, write, and take notes with Samsung's intuitive S-Pen, while simultaneously viewing instructional videos and exercises. The devices also come with Meraki's solution for unified management of the devices from a centralized dashboard. Training on the devices and the Khan application will be provided to teachers and students by Samsung MSCA.

"Thanks to a grant from Google and collaborative power of leading organizations like Samsung and Khan Academy, we are elated to offer resources that help our teachers personalize their approach to educating students and enhance the learning environment. Our district, with its cultural and socioeconomic diversity, is ideal for testing and evaluating programs like this," said Mountain View Whisman School District Superintendent, Craig Goldman.

According to MVWSD, the pilot program will include participation of nine teachers representing three schools - Crittenden Middle School, Stevenson Elementary School and Huff Elementary School. The pilot program is yet another example of how Samsung has been working with school districts to improve student engagement and empower teachers. Samsung is the catalyst to bring new and immersive digital learning experiences into the classroom that combines easy-to-use devices and dynamic content together to drive results.

The program follows other Samsung initiatives promoting the use of technology in the classroom. In September, the company launched a GALAXY Note 10.1 tablet program with the Memphis school district. The company is also conducting the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Education Contest, which will award public schools with a total of $1,000,000 (estimated retail value) in technology.

"Samsung MSCA is committed to defining the best combination of software, services and hardware solutions for stronger, more personalized educational experiences.  The Galaxy Note 10.1 tablet provides a more natural way for students to not only access content, but also to take notes and capture their ideas using the innovative S-Pen.  We are excited to participate and also learn from the teachers and students on how their experience and engagement is augmented," said, Curtis Sasaki, Senior Vice President of Samsung MSCA.

The pilot is scheduled to begin on Thursday, October 18, 2012 and will continue throughout the school year.

About Mountain View Whisman School District

The Mountain View Whisman School District's mission is to "demonstrate, daily, a relentless commitment to the success of every child. Although the school district has been under resourced, the district encourages the use of technology to enhance the learning experience of the student.

About Khan Academy

Khan Academy is a not- for -profit organization with the focus of providing education to all at no cost. They provide an extensive video library, interactive challenges, and assessments via their website. The site's resources are available to anyone and often used by students, teachers, home-schoolers, principal, and adult's continuing education.

About Samsung Media Solutions Center America

Samsung Media Solutions Center America (MSCA) delivers content and services across Samsung's mobile and digital ecosystem. Based in the heart of Silicon Valley, San Jose, CA, MSCA develops content partnerships, distribution strategies and cloud-based services to deliver a converged Samsung experience on smartphones, tablets, Smart TVs, media players, and other connected devices. MSCA is pioneering innovative technologies and services that enable consumers to seamlessly experience and share content across devices, while opening new business opportunities on the Samsung platform for content providers and advertisers.

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.

SOURCE  Samsung Media Solutions Center America

Samsung Media Solutions Center America

CONTACT: Kimberlee Archer, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., +1-408-944-5021, k.archer@samsung.com

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

Carbonite to Acquire Zmanda

Carbonite Combines Leading Cloud Desktop and Laptop Backup with Cloud Server Backup for SMBs

BOSTON, Oct. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Carbonite, Inc. (NASDAQ: CARB), a leading provider of online backup solutions for consumers and small to medium sized businesses, and Zmanda, Inc., a leading global provider of open source and cloud backup solutions have announced that the companies have entered into a definitive agreement whereby Carbonite will acquire Zmanda.

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"Zmanda is a great strategic fit for Carbonite. Carbonite has focused on backing up computers and mobile devices, while Zmanda has focused on backing up servers and databases. In the small to medium business (SMB) market, most companies need both," said David Friend, Chairman and CEO of Carbonite.  "Furthermore, IT resellers and MSPs want to be able to offer their clients a complete cloud backup solution from one vendor that protects both computers and servers. We believe that adding in the Zmanda capabilities to Carbonite Business significantly expands our opportunity and will enable us to further capture the emerging and fast growing SMB cloud backup market."

Founded in 2005, Zmanda provides an enhanced version of Amanda, a highly respected open source backup project, believed to be deployed on over one million systems worldwide. It offers full commercial support for Amanda, and has delivered innovations for SMB markets, including Zmanda Cloud Backup and Amanda Enterprise.  Zmanda provides centralized backup of file systems, virtual machines, applications and databases. The product suite backs up Microsoft SQL Server, Exchange Server, SharePoint, Oracle, PostgreSQL and MySQL databases and its solutions run on Windows, Mac OS X, Linux and Solaris.

This acquisition will enhance Carbonite's SMB offering with the ability to backup databases and file systems to the cloud, and will enable SMBs to obtain all the backup solutions they need from one vendor. Zmanda customers will now also have access to the industry-leading Carbonite Business cloud backup solution for their computers. Furthermore, the combined Carbonite and Zmanda offerings will provide resellers with an attractive and complete solution for data protection and recovery.

"In the backup world, one size does not fit all. Specific market segments require specific solutions, and for SMBs, these solutions must be affordable," said Oussama El-Hilali, SVP of Engineering, Carbonite. "Similar to Carbonite's intrinsic ease-of-use and affordability, Zmanda delivers a very robust offering that is also impressively simple and cost-effective. I look forward to working with the Zmanda team to integrate the solutions into the Carbonite Business product line."

"With more than twenty years of ongoing development and significant research and development investment from Zmanda in past seven years, Amanda is recognized as one of the most robust backup platforms built for today's businesses," said Chander Kant, Founder and CEO of Zmanda. "As server backup migrates now to the cloud, Zmanda's cloud backup offerings are well positioned to ride this trend. We look forward to integrating the Zmanda solutions to complement Carbonite's cloud backup as an unbeatable solution for the SMB market."

The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2012.

About Zmanda
Zmanda, Inc., based in Sunnyvale, California, is the global leader in open source based backup and disaster recovery for businesses. The company's products -- Amanda Enterprise, Zmanda Recovery Manager (ZRM) for MySQL, and Zmanda Cloud Backup (ZCB) -- make it simple and affordable to backup and recover data in an increasingly complex and heterogeneous IT environment. Amanda Enterprise is an enterprise-grade, network backup solution based on Amanda, the world's most popular open source backup and recovery software, believed to be deployed on over one million systems worldwide. ZRM for MySQL is the first mission-critical backup solution designed specifically for MySQL databases. ZCB is the first Windows backup solution to backup both files and live applications to the storage cloud. Businesses in more than 60 countries trust Zmanda to protect their corporate data. For more information about Zmanda, please go to http://www.zmanda.com. 

About Carbonite
Carbonite, Inc. (NASDAQ: CARB), is a leading provider of online backup solutions for consumers and small and medium sized businesses.  Subscribers in more than 100 countries rely on Carbonite to provide easy-to-use, affordable and secure online backup solutions with anytime, anywhere data access. Carbonite's online backup solution runs on both the Windows Mac platforms. The company has backed up nearly 200 billion files, restored more than 7 billion files and currently backs up more than 300 million files each day. For more information, please visit http://www.carbonite.com, twitter.com/carbonite, twitter.com/carbonitebiz, or facebook.com/CarboniteOnlineBackup.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements, which are any predictions, projections or other statements about future events. Actual results may differ materially from these forward-looking statements because of a variety of risks and uncertainties about our business, which we describe in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Forms 10-K and 10-Q. We do not undertake any duty to update any forward-looking statement.

Media Contacts
Erin Delaney
Carbonite
617-421-563
edelaney@carbonite.com

Investor Relations Contacts:
Cassandra Hudson
Carbonite
617-587-1144   
chudson@carbonite.com

Staci Mortenson
ICR for Carbonite
617-587-1102
investor.relations@carbonite.com

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Qualcomm Atheros Internet of Everything Solution Delivery Gains Momentum with a Dozen New Technology Partners

- Partnerships Address Growing Demand for Smart Home and Building Automation Solutions -

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Qualcomm Technologies Inc. (QTI) today announced that its networking and connectivity subsidiary, Qualcomm Atheros Inc., has added a dozen new technology partners, demonstrating continued momentum of its Internet of Everything (IOE) global initiatives. The new agreements focus on Qualcomm Atheros' AR4100 and AR4100P Wi-Fi solutions, designed for machine-to-machine applications, and include collaborations with Future Electronics for distribution to customers in North America, Japan and Europe; RTX to develop custom modules, drivers and value-added software; and Card Access Engineering for development of custom driver and demo hardware.

Qualcomm Atheros' IOE portfolio features advanced, standards-based wired and wireless technologies that enable scalable IP infrastructure for smart energy, intelligent home, security, building automation, remote health and wellness monitoring, and a variety of other machine-to-machine (M2M) applications.

The Qualcomm Atheros AR4100 is a small form-factor, single-stream, 802.11n Wi-Fi system-in-package (SIP) device that enables manufacturers to reduce M2M system costs and simplify system design. The AR4100P is an enhanced version of the FCC-certified AR4100 that includes an integrated IPv4/IPv6 TCP/IP stack enabling lower system costs and easier technology adoption.

Spanning the areas of software, microcontrollers (MCUs), modules, design, manufacturing and distribution, Qualcomm Atheros' IOE partners now include:

    --  Freescale Semiconductor - Freescale, a provider of embedded processing
        solutions, offers AR4100 support on Freescale's Tower System, a modular
        development platform designed to reduce time-to-market through rapid
        prototyping and tool reuse. Qualcomm Atheros and Freescale have also
        cooperated on the Freescale SABRE tablet design, home health and energy
        management solutions.
    --  Energy Micro - Energy Micro develops energy friendly MCUs and RF, and
        provides the EFM32 Gecko MCU at the core of the complete QCASP137
        low-power AR4100P WLAN development platform.
    --  H&D Wireless - Wi-Fi technology partner H&D Wireless offers
        off-the-shelf modules and custom design for the AR4100 and AR4100P,
        along with a variety of value-added software offerings available via
        global distribution.
    --  RTX - RTX, a partner to major enterprise, industrial and
        consumer-oriented OEMs, designs and manufactures standard and
        customer-specific wireless modules based on the AR4100.
    --  Spectrum - Spectrum, which helps customers smoothly transition to
        manufacturing RF technology, has experience with both hardware and
        software implementations of AR4100 devices.
    --  Card Access Engineering - Card Access Engineering, the first official
        Qualcomm Atheros Design Center, has developed custom driver and demo
        hardware for AR4100 devices. Card Access Engineering also exclusively
        offers Certi-FI, a Qualcomm- Atheros-approved FCC certification service
        for the AR4100 and AR4100P.
    --  Intelligraphics - Intelligraphics provides completed custom drivers and
        hardware designs for the AR4100 and AR4100P; customer ports include work
        on the MSP430 and the PIC MCUs from Microchip.
    --  IAR Systems - Qualcomm Atheros incorporates IAR Systems' compilers as
        part of the company's development kits for embedded systems.
    --  Future Electronics - Future Electronics is now a worldwide distributor
        for the AR4100, with a technical sales and support team that has been
        fully trained on AR4100 devices.
    --  Lian-Mueller (LME) - LME is an authorized distributor for all Qualcomm
        Atheros products including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, Ethernet, powerline
        and mobile product lines, including the AR4100P.
    --  Hi-Flying - Hi-Flying is located in China and offers custom modules
        based on the AR4100P, including a suite of value-added software that can
        be customized to customer requirements.
    --  Axios and Uniquest - Based in Korea, Axios and Uniquest distribute
        best-in-class technology solutions by the world's top manufacturers and
        suppliers. These partners offer Qualcomm Atheros products to their
        networks of customers.
"Utilities and consumers around the world continue to show growing interest in smart buildings and appliances as a strategy to reduce energy usage," said Adam Lapede, senior director of product management at Qualcomm Atheros. "By increasing our partnerships with key industry leaders, we are able to better address this increasing market demand with efficient and reliable M2M solutions in a wide array of segments across geographies, and drive faster M2M solution adoption."

Earlier this year, Qualcomm also launched M2MSearch.com, a searchable database that helps developers select the appropriate cellular and connectivity hardware for M2M devices. Visitors can see detailed technical specifications for more than 100 modules and gateways with embedded QTI and Qualcomm Atheros chipsets, and search for the appropriate device based on vendor name, modem/connectivity technology, operator certification and other features.

About Qualcomm Technologies Inc.

Qualcomm Technologies Inc. (QTI), a wholly owned subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM), is redefining the way people incorpo­rate wireless devices and services into everyday life. QTI and its subsidiaries operate substantially all of Qualcomm's research and development activities, and product and services businesses, including Qualcomm's semiconductor business, QCT. QTI's developments enable opportunities across the wireless and wired value chains by making devices and networks faster, content richer and communications more personal and affordable to people everywhere. For more information, go to http://www.qualcomm.com.

Qualcomm is a registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. Atheros is a registered trademark of Qualcomm Atheros Inc. All other registered and unregistered trademarks are the property of Qualcomm Incorporated, Qualcomm Atheros Inc., or their respective owners and used with permission. Registered marks owned by Qualcomm Incorporated and Qualcomm Atheros Inc. are registered in the United States and may be registered in other countries.

Qualcomm Contacts:

Laurie Falconer, Qualcomm Atheros

Phone: 1-408-616-3036

Email: laurief@qualcomm.com

Tina Asmar, Corporate Communications

Phone: 1-858-845-5959

Email: casmar@qualcomm.com

Warren Kneeshaw, Investor Relations

Phone: 1-858-658-4813

Email: ir@qualcomm.com

SOURCE  Qualcomm Atheros Inc.

Qualcomm Atheros Inc.

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

CPA Global Set for Further Expansion in Germany

ST HELIER, Jersey, October 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

    Move to new city centre office in Munich underlines strong commitment to the market

    CPA Global, the world's leading intellectual property (IP) management and software
specialist, is increasing its investment and presence in the important German market.

    Speaking at the opening of the Company's new office, located in the heart of Munich,
CPA Global Chief Executive Officer Peter Sewell said: "Germany has an incredibly strong
history of innovation and is one of the world's leading centres of intellectual property.

    "CPA Global has been helping German companies protect and manage their valuable IP
assets for more than 30 years, and we are committed to further expanding our presence and
the services we provide in this vibrant IP market."

    Mr Sewell said that CPA Global's ongoing commitment to the German market is underlined
by the Company's move to a new office in the centre of Munich, which includes a
state-of-the art executive briefing centre. "This provides our clients with a more
convenient service location as well as an excellent environment for meetings, product
demonstrations and training, enabling us to better support them in their IP management
needs," he said.

    The biggest single market in Europe, Germany is also home to a disproportionately
large number of patents. A recent study by the Cologne Institute for Economic Research
found that, while Germany represents 1.2% of the world's population, the country accounts
for 7.1% of the world's patents.

    CPA Global has been serving the IP needs of the German market since the early 1980s,
initially offshore from its head office in Jersey, Channel Islands, before opening an
office in Munich in 2001. Clients in Germany include major corporations as well as leading
IP law firms. Three years ago, in October 2008, CPA Global added a second German office,
when it acquired the patent research division of Germany's SVPG, based in Frankfurt,
providing clients with further patent search specialisation in the pharmaceutical,
chemical, life sciences, biotech, and engineering sectors.

    The new office is located in St. Martin Strasse and covers more than 1,000 square
metres. The executive briefing centre includes facilities for hosting best practice
seminars, bespoke client briefings and 'live' product demonstrations, as well as an area
where IP professionals can meet, share ideas and network.

    About CPA Global

    CPA Global is the world's top intellectual property (IP) management and IP software
specialist, and a leading provider of legal services outsourcing (LSO). With offices
across Europe, the United States and Asia Pacific, CPA Global supports many of the world's
best known corporations and law firms with a range of IP and broader legal services,
helping them to manage risk, cost and capacity, and realise greater value for their
businesses and their IP assets.

    CPA Global assists its clients in managing their valuable IP Rights, such as patents,
designs and trademarks [http://www.cpaglobal.com/trademarks ], ensuring that IP portfolios
are protected, maintained and regularly reviewed in order to maximise value. Services
include patent and trademark renewals; patent search; trademark watching; portfolio
valuation and optimisation; as well as IP management software. CPA Global is also a
leading player in the emerging legal services outsourcing (LSO) sector, providing high
quality and cost-efficient legal support services such as document review
[http://www.cpaglobal.com/legal_process_outsourcing/document_review ], transaction support,
contract solutions, and legal research through delivery centres in the UK, US and India.

    Founded in Jersey, Channel Islands in 1969, CPA Global today employs some 1,500
people, serving clients' needs in over 100 countries. CPA Global's diverse client list
ranges from major global corporations, headquartered in Europe, North America and Asia
Pacific, to small and medium-sized enterprises and innovation start-ups; and from top
international law firms to national and regional law and IP firms. Clients include leading
Fortune 500 and FTSE companies, and two-thirds of the Global Lawyer 100.

    For further information visit: http://www.cpaglobal.com or contact:

    United Kingdom:

    Steve Clark, +44(0)20-7549-5504, sclark@cpaglobal.com

    Victoria Knowles, +44(0)20-7549-4585, vknowles@cpaglobal.com

CPA Global

Virtual Internet Showcase Their Virtual Training Environment

LONDON, October 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

    A leading cloud and managed hosting [http://www.vi.net/managed-hosting ] provider,
Virtual Internet, has recently launched its Virtual Training Environment. This is a
bespoke pay-as-you-go infrastructure for reliable, remote classroom training delivery.

    Managing Director at Virtual Internet, Patrick McCarthy, has been explaining the
Virtual Training Environment: "Our Virtual Training Environment delivers a reliable,
training hosting environment, which allows you to concentrate on training with the benefit
of leaving the technological details to us. We will then design a platform to meet the
exact requirements of any customer so that they can deliver efficient, professional
training sessions to students in order to maximise their learning potential."

    In addition, the Virtual Training Environment allows for flexibility when it comes to
scaling up or down depending on the size of a class and customers will only ever pay for
what they use. The system is also flexible enough to account for last-minute additions and
dropouts as the amount of servers needed can be amended at a moment's notice, resulting in
no lost revenue.

    Cloud servers deliver a dynamic environment resulting in reduced provisioning times
with improved control and security. This will result in customers' clients experiencing
the ultimate in training flexibility.

    Furthermore, Virtual Internet states that they will remotely manage the Virtual
Training Environment which will mean that a complicated internal infrastructure will no
longer be needed. Virtual Internet also say that they will be able to ensure 100% uptime.
Additionally, 24/7 support is offered whilst all administration is looked after by the
professional team at Virtual Internet.

    The Virtual Training Environment provides customers with enterprise-class
infrastructure at the fraction of the cost. Virtual Internet [http://www.vi.net ] have
been providing high availability managed web infrastructure services for businesses since
1996.

    For more information, or to request a quote regarding one of Virtual Internet's
products, please do not hesitate to visit their website.

       
        Contact:
        Tom Warsop
        tom.warsop@vi.net
        +44(0)20-7854-6600

Virtual Internet

Want to Lose Weight, Get in Shape and Have a Personal Trainer to Make it All Happen? Now There's an App for That!

FitOrbit Launches iPhone App that Combines Fitness, Technology and Continuous Trainer Interaction

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- FitOrbit, Inc. announced the launch of their FitOrbit for iPhone app, which is available today in the iTunes App Store.

FitOrbit for iPhone - an even more personal extension of FitOrbit's newly updated online platform - is the first ever interactive and intimate mobile fitness solution. While there are hundreds of fitness and weight-loss apps, this is the first and only one that blends the power of technology with the potency of human support and guidance. Now, FitOrbit subscribers can have their personal trainer and customized exercise and meal plans with them at all times. It delivers on FitOrbit's core promise and belief: "If it's not personal, it's not possible."

The FitOrbit app is free to all members of FitOrbit.com, the revolutionary online program that delivers personal training and full weight-loss programs for a tiny fraction of what conventional personal training costs at a gym, or at home. For an average of $10 a month, FitOrbit membersreceive a full lifestyle package, including a smartly personalized workout regimen, realistic meal plan, plus 24/7 standby support.

FitOrbit's highly personal and trainer-guided solution has been proven effective. In a recent independent 20-week study, participants reported an average of 1.3 lbs/week of weight loss using FitOrbit. With FitOrbit for iPhone, that experience is mirrored and extended to the mobile device.

FitOrbit for iPhone allows users to completely sync with the FitOrbit web experience, offering:

    --  Full trainer communication capabilities in a text message-like format
    --  Personal nutrition and exercise plan information
    --  Quick one-swipe logging for all meals and workouts
    --  Groundbreaking Dining Out guide that identifies specific menu items at
        thousands of restaurants; the feature includes an integrated map for
        location-based nutritional intelligence
    --  Detailed nutritional info tracker, which not only calculates calorie and
        fat intake but tracks sugar, carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins, etc.
    --  An easy, clear Daily Calorie Goal Meter
    --  Instructional exercise videos that can play right on your iPhone
"Our users love their trainers. The more they talk with their trainer, the more they track their meals and workouts, the more weight they lose - it's that simple. With our new iPhone app, your trainer and your plan are never more than a touch away," says Amir Hosseinpour, Senior Vice President of FitOrbit, Inc.

The app is available for free for FitOrbit.com members at the iTunes App Store:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/fitorbit-for-members-only/id566429865?mt=8

About FitOrbit

Launched in June 2009 by one of the fitness industry's reigning icons, Jake Steinfeld of "Body by Jake" fame, FitOrbit provides real personal trainers and weight loss plans for $10/week. FitOrbit's investors include healthcare giant WellPoint, Spark Capital, Polar Capital and Ron Conway. Subscribers receive a full lifestyle package including an ideally matched trainer, a smartly personalized workout regimen, realistic meal plan, plus 24/7 support. Each user's dedicated trainer provides the constant motivation, guidance and irreplaceable human touch vital to weight loss success, which is also fully accessible via the FitOrbit for iPhone app. FitOrbit is available at FitOrbit.com and is also sold through diet foods leader Jenny Craig and fitness celebrities including Jackie Warner.  Based in Los Angeles, California, FitOrbit is a place where fitness revolves around its members. For more information, visit http://www.fitorbit.com.

SOURCE  FitOrbit

FitOrbit

CONTACT: 5W Public Relations, Alexandra Jirstran, ajirstrand@5wpr.com, or Anna Brodetsk, abrodetsky@5wpr.com, both at +1-212-999-5585

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

New Magic Partner, AgilePoint, to Feature Magic xpi Integration Platform at Gartner Symposium/ITxpo 2012

OR YEHUDA, Israel, October 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

    Magic Software Enterprises Ltd. [http://www.magicsoftware.com/?utm_source=pr ]
(NASDAQ: MGIC [http://www.nasdaq.com/symbol/mgic ]), a global provider of software
platforms [http://www.magicsoftware.com/products?utm_source=pr ] for enterprise mobility
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/enterprise-mobility?utm_source=pr ], cloud applications
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/cloud-enabled-application-platform?utm_source=pr ], and
business integration
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/magic-xpi-integration-platform?utm_source=pr ], announced
today that Magic's partnership with AgilePoint will debut at the Gartner Symposium/ITxpo
[http://www.gartner.com/technology/symposium/orlando ] 2012 in Orlando, Florida during
October 21 to 25, in the Business Process Management Marketplace. AgilePoint will present
the Magic xpi Integration Platform
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/magic-xpi-integration-platform?utm_source=pr ] as the
integration layer of their AgilePoint BPMS for SharePoint
[http://sharepoint.microsoft.com/en-us/Pages/default.aspx ] solution.

    Jesse Shiah, CEO of AgilePoint [http://www.agilepoint.com ] commented, "Our customers
choose AgilePoint for its ability to build simple or complex SharePoint workflows and
easily configure end-to-end cross-functional process solutions and integration without
custom development. We selected the Magic xpi Integration Platform
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/magic-xpi-integration-platform?utm_source=pr ] as our
integration layer because of its seamless capability to integrate, map and transform data
using approved vendor methods for SAP
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/magic-xpi-sap-business-one?utm_source=pr ], Salesforce.com
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/magic-xpi-salesforcecom?utm_source=pr ], SharePoint
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/magic-xpi-microsoft-sharepoint?utm_source=pr ], Oracle
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/magic-xpi-integration-platform?utm_source=pr#Eco-Systems ],
JD Edwards [http://www.magicsoftware.com/magic-xpi-jd-edwards?utm_source=pr ], PeopleSoft
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/magic-xpi-microsoft-sharepoint?utm_source=pr ], Lotus Notes
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/magic-xpi-lotus-notes-and-lotus-domino?utm_source=pr ],
Microsoft Dynamics
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/magic-xpi-microsoft-dynamics-crm?utm_source=pr ] and numerous
other popular enterprise applications."

    "Magic is pleased to welcome AgilePoint as a reseller and strategic partner
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/magic-partner-programs?utm_source=pr ] in the Americas and
to offer our solutions [http://www.magicsoftware.com/solutions?utm_source=pr ] to its
customers and prospects through high-profile events like the Gartner ITxpo," said Regev
Yativ, President and CEO of Magic Software Enterprises Americas. "AgilePoint's advanced
BPM and workflow capabilities balance well with our comprehensive integration platform and
the ubiquity of SharePoint."

    Gartner Symposium/ITxpo [http://www.gartner.com/technology/symposium/orlando ] is
positioned as the industry's largest and most strategic conference for CIOs and senior IT
executives with more than 8,000 senior business and IT strategists, including more than
2,000 CIOs, expected to participate. Keynote speakers include John T. Chambers, Chairman
and CEO, Cisco; Meg Whitman, President and CEO, HP; and General Colin Powell, USA
(Retired).

    About Magic Software Enterprises

    Magic Software Enterprises
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/investor-relations?utm_source=pr ] (NASDAQ: MGIC
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/investor-relations?utm_source=pr ]) empowers customers and
partners around the globe with smarter technology
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/technology?utm_source=pr ] that provides a multichannel user
experience of enterprise logic and data.

    For more information, visit http://www.magicsoftware.com
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/?utm_source=pr ].

    About AgilePoint

    AgilePoint [http://www.agilepoint.com ] is an industry leader in delivering a business
enabled enterprise process platform to the Global 2000 companies, many in the regulated,
Utility, Manufacturing, and Professional Services industries. AgilePoint uniquely places
business process design and deployment in the hands of knowledgeable business users and
enables them to respond rapidly to the needs of the business without the need of custom
code by IT. For more information, visit http://www.agilepoint.com.

    Except for any historical information contained herein, matters discussed in this
press release might include forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and
uncertainties. Regarding any financial statements, actual results might vary significantly
based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, risks in product and
technology development, market acceptance of new products and continuing product
conditions, both locally and abroad, release and sales of new products by strategic
resellers and customers, and other risk factors detailed in Magic's most recent annual
report and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

    Magic has made every effort to ensure that the information contained in this press
release is accurate; however, there are no representations or warranties regarding this
information, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Magic assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions that may occur in this press
release. Magic is a registered trademark of Magic Software Enterprises Ltd. All other
product and company names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and are
the property of, and might be trademarks of, their respective owners.

       
        Press Contact:

        Tania Amar | VP Global Marketing
        Magic Software Enterprises
        tania@magicsoftware.com

        Don Le
        AgilePoint, Inc.
        don.le@agilepoint.com
        +1-650-968-6789

Magic Software Enterprises Ltd

New iPhone app Makes Team Collaboration on the Move Easier and Faster

LONDON, October 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

           FCG's MindLink for iPhone brings Microsoft Lync Persistent Group Chat to

                                  iPhone business users

    Formicary Collaboration Group [http://www.fcg.im ], (FCG) a provider of team based
social collaboration [http://www.fcg.im/MindLink-Social-Collaboration-Platform.aspx ]
solutions, is making it easier for iPhone business users to remain productive and informed
while on the move with the launch of a new social collaboration app.

    Based on FCG [http://www.fcg.im ]'s social collaboration platform MindLink
[http://www.fcg.im/MindLink-Social-Collaboration-Platform.aspx ], the app brings
Persistent Group Chat to the iPhone and, for the first time, allows multiple live
conversations to be streamed simultaneously on a single iPhone screen - making it easier
and faster to view discussions and collaborate with others.

    By filtering out distracting, less relevant chatter, MindLink
[http://www.fcg.im/MindLink-Social-Collaboration-Platform.aspx ] for iPhone means that
mobile users - who are typically short of time - can stay on top of those discussions that
are of upmost importance. Additionally, notifications can be set to alert users when a
message from a particular group has been generated, eliminating the burden of sifting
through less important messages.

    As well as facilitating collaboration remotely via Persistent Group Chat, MindLink
[http://www.fcg.im/MindLink-Social-Collaboration-Platform.aspx ] for iPhone can provide a
single interface to the information within an organisation's other business applications
such as the CRM, project management system or trading system. Removing the need to launch
a separate app for each business application simplifies and centralises how users stay up
to date with the latest events and transactions generated by these systems while on the
move, so that they can respond accordingly in a timely manner. Furthermore, installing a
single app to access multiple information sources in this way lessens the burden on IT
teams charged with supporting the mobile applications.

    "A person's attention span differs according to the device they are working on," says
Daanish Khan, head of marketing and strategy, Formicary Collaboration Group
[http://fcgmindlink.com ]. "Smartphone users tend to have a short timeframe in which to
view messages - whether they are grabbing two minutes before a meeting or in a cab. In
order to make best use of their time, they need to focus on the content that is of most
importance and not be distracted with less urgent discussions. With this in mind, MindLink
[http://www.fcg.im/MindLink-Social-Collaboration-Platform.aspx ] for iPhone has been
developed to help teams remain in productive and in control at all times, regardless of
location or circumstances."

    MindLink [http://www.fcg.im/MindLink-Social-Collaboration-Platform.aspx ] for iPhone
has been launched under private beta testing at the start of October ahead of a full
public release in November.

    MindLink [http://www.fcg.im/MindLink-Social-Collaboration-Platform.aspx ] for iPhone
supports all iPhone operating systems including iOS 6. The app is available on a per user
per month subscription model.

    As MindLink [http://www.fcg.im/MindLink-Social-Collaboration-Platform.aspx ] leverages
Persistent Group Chat, a component of Microsoft Lync 2010 and Microsoft Office
Communications Server 2007 R2, users do not need to invest in a completely new technology
in order to become more collaborative.

    For more information, visit http://www.fcg.im

    Notes to editors

    About Formicary Collaboration Group

    Formicary Collaboration Group (FCG) is a provider of team-based collaboration
solutions. FCG's MindLink software leverages existing knowledge and communication assets
to enable users to consume and share information and ideas, delivered through a next
generation user experience providing best of breed Enterprise 2.0 and social features, and
accessible on any device for today's increasingly mobile workforce. The team behind FCG
has more than ten years' experience working with many medium to large sized businesses,
facilitating better collaboration for both internal and external users.

    FCG is a Microsoft Gold Partner and RIM Alliance Member. FCG solutions are fully
compatible with Microsoft Lync 2010 and Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 R2.

    iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Formicary Collaboration Group

CONTACT: For more information, please contact: Angeline Cheng, Formicary Ltd, +44(0)20-7920-7106, angeline.cheng@formicary.net; Jillian Alexander, +44(0)7949-602484, jillian@alexander-pr.co.uk; Kate Alexander, +44(0)7788-584413, kate@alexander-pr.co.uk

ROHM Becomes a Promoter for EnOcean Alliance

Promoting and developing an interoperable wireless energy harvesting standard

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- ROHM Semiconductor today announced that it has become the ninth promoter of the EnOcean Alliance, making it a key player in developing an international interoperable wireless standard based on EnOcean's energy harvesting wireless technology for sustainable, energy-efficient buildings. EnOcean's innovative solution involves collecting energy from the environment through motion, light, and temperature differentials. The entire process, including signal transmission, execution, and completion, is performed in no more than a thousandth of a second, making it possible to power ultra-low power consumption wireless devices without cables or batteries. In addition, EnOcean technology is maintenance-free, reliable, and easy to install and even retrofit into existing buildings.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121018/LA95513LOGO)

The EnOcean Alliance was formed by a group of key companies across Europe and North America as a non-profit organization in April 2008 with the purpose of integrating EnOcean's wireless energy-harvesting technology into their products. The goal was to develop devices, systems, and solutions using the same technology for mutual compatibility. The wireless standard is based on ISO/IEC 14543-3-10 WEP (Wireless Short Packet) protocol for low-powered (energy harvested) devices. The EnOcean Alliance has three membership classes: promoters, participants and associate members. As one of only nine promoters, ROHM is a core member of the Alliance, playing a central role in promoting EnOcean's battery-less wireless technology as the next wireless communication standard.

"We are pleased to welcome ROHM as a new member and promoter of the EnOcean Alliance," says Graham Martin, chairman of the EnOcean Alliance. "In Japan we are seeing an increasing demand for energy-efficient buildings based on reliable and sustainable solutions. With ROHM we have won a very strong and highly experienced partner who will support us to educate this emerging market on the advantages of energy harvesting wireless solutions and establish the technology as the number one communication standard in buildings. The commitment of ROHM is also a sign for the fast growing internationalization of the EnOcean Alliance and EnOcean technology. "

"EnOcean's batteryless wireless and maintenance-free technology has the potential to bring new opportunities not only to the building or home energy management system sector but also to the sensor network market, which is expanding into the management of infrastructure, logistics and health care products" says Hidemi Takasu, Managing Director of the Research and Development Headquarters at ROHM Co., Ltd. "ROHM will work closely together with other members of the EnOcean Alliance in developing and enhancing battery-less wireless sensor networks through the use of our exclusive sensor and low-power consumption technologies."

About ROHM
ROHM established in Kyoto, Japan, in 1958, designs, manufactures, and sells a variety of semiconductors for consumer electronics, mobile phones and networks, automotive systems, and other applications. ROHM's design and manufacturing teams provide high-quality products and support to customers through design centers and sales networks worldwide. ROHM employs over 21,000 people and posted sales of 304 billion yen in FY 2011.

For additional information, visit ROHM's website at http://www.rohm.com.

    Contact Information:
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     Kyoto 615-8585 Japan
    E-mail: pr@rohm.co.jp
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Hey Siri, Start My Car! Viper SmartStart Now Integrated With Siri Voice Control

VISTA, Calif., Oct. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- From your lips to your car! Viper SmartStart is now integrated with the iPhone's Siri, so with just one word you can start, lock or unlock your car.

Viper SmartStart's 3.0.1 update offers several upgrades to the award-winning app, but Siri has stolen the show.

Siri lets you launch the Viper SmartStart app by simply saying "SmartStart." Even better, you can define a specific command that's executed when the app gets launched, so no more finger tapping is required to start your car. Viper SmartStart users can now enjoy the convenience of fully voice-controlled access to their vehicle. 

In order to have the updated app work with Siri integration, users must have an iPhone 4S or iPhone 5 and also must have upgraded to iOS 6. For older iPhones that don't support Siri, drivers can do the same thing just by tapping the Viper icon on their phone.

The 3.0.1 release also includes several other improvements, including in-app controls over SMS and email notifications.

Siri integration is another first for Viper, the brand that created the connected car category. Ever since launching the CES Innovations award-winning Viper SmartStart app in 2009, Viper has been an industry pioneer, connecting drivers to their cars like never before. For more information about Viper SmartStart, please visit http://www.viper.com/smartstart.

About Viper

For 30 years, Viper has been a world leader in automotive electronics. Viper protects and remotely starts more vehicles than anyone else on the planet. Viper created the connected car category with the launch of Viper SmartStart in 2009 - the app that lets you start, locate and control your car from virtually anywhere in the world.

Recipient of hundreds of technology patents and awards, the company is based in Southern California. Visit http://www.viper.com or follow our social: @vipersmartstart, facebook.com/viper, youtube.com/vipersmartstart. For all PR inquiries, contact Social Media and Communications Manager Andrew Hard at andrew.hard@directed.com.

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CONTACT: Social Media and Communications Manager Andrew Hard, andrew.hard@directed.com, +1-917-660-5418

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Wield The Force With Unique Star Wars(TM) Designed Razer Blade Gaming Laptop

Razer Giveaway Participants Will Be Entered to Win the Galaxy's First-Ever, One-of-a-Kind, Custom Blade

CARLSBAD, Calif., Oct. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Razer(TM), the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, has announced a sweepstakes promising one winner a custom-designed Star Wars(TM): The Old Republic(TM) Razer Blade gaming laptop.

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Valued at over $15,000, the Star Wars(TM) inspired Razer Blade is unique: Only one of its kind exists in the known universe, from this galaxy to those far, far away.

"Star Wars provides the benchmark by which all entertainment media is measured, and the Razer Blade is the standard for true portability, power and innovation in PC gaming," says Robert 'RazerGuy' Krakoff, president of Razer USA. "The opportunity to work with LucasArts and BioWare on this fun project is a testament to our common love of great entertainment and ensuring the best possible experience for fans."

Sweepstakes participants can sign up for the contest at http://www.razerzone.com/WieldTheForce. Second-place winners will receive a package of Razer's Star Wars(TM): The Old Republic(TM) product, including a gaming mouse, headset, mouse mat and a keyboard featuring Razer's revolutionary Switchblade User Interface.

The Razer Blade is only 0.88 in. thin, less than half the thickness of traditional gaming laptops of comparable performance. Combined with an ultra-slim power supply, the entire system weighs less than seven pounds, less than half the weight of other gaming laptops, making it the lowest profile, lightest gaming laptop of its class. 

The Razer Blade features equivalent performance to some of the most powerful traditional gaming laptops, but at a fraction of their size and weight.

The lucky winner will be able to experience today's most graphics-intensive games at phenomenal frame rates on the Razer Blade's remarkable 17.3-in. high-definition display. The machine's solid-state drive (SSD) delivers data up to three times faster than traditional hard drives, allowing for blistering boot times.

The most striking and innovative feature of the Razer Blade remains its multi-award-winning Switchblade UI. The unique integrated LCD display/multi-touch panel and 10 dynamic adaptive tactile keys put commands and control functions within fingertip reach. The Switchblade UI features a growing list of applications designed specifically for gaming by Razer's in-house software engineers as well as by Razer's active community of users. These apps include a Star Wars(TM): The Old Republic(TM) combat logger that saves and displays on its secondary screen in-game data such as Damage Per Second (DPS) and Heals Per Second (HPS).

Use the Switchblade UI also to browse the web for in-game guides, watch online videos, stay connected within social networks and take advantage of an expanding list of dedicated gaming apps without ever having to leave a game.     

About the Razer Blade gaming laptop

The Razer Blade is a 17-in. gaming laptop that delivers extreme performance and all-new features and applications in a ultra-portable form factor. It features a fast Intel® Core(TM) i7 processor and a high-performance NVIDIA GeForce® graphics processor within in a lightweight aluminum chassis. The revolutionary Switchblade User Interface, located next to the Blade's full-size keyboard, was designed by Razer from the ground up to enhance gaming experiences and provide more control at the gamer's fingertips. The Switchblade features 10 adaptive tactile keys and a multi-touch LCD panel that can also display in-game information. And at just 0.88 inches thin and weighing a mere 6.46lbs, the Razer Blade is the world's first true gaming laptop.

For more information about the Razer Blade, please visit http://www.razerzone.com/Blade.

About the Razer Group:

Razer(TM) is the world leader in high performance gaming hardware. Founded in 1998, with its headquarters in Carlsbad, California, the company has offices in nine cities around the globe.  Used by the most demanding professional gamers who compete in global tournaments, Razer provides gamers with the unfair advantage of cutting-edge technology and award-winning design. We live by our motto: For Gamers. By Gamers.(TM)

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

Press Contacts

USA/Latin America
Kevin Scarpati
Kevin.Scarpati@razerzone.com

Chris Kramer
Fortyseven communications, USA
kramer@fortyseven.com

Europe/Africa
Helena Rauch
Bite Communications, DACH
Helena.Rauch@bitecommunications.com

Yannis Weinbach
Warning Communications, France
y.weinbach@warningcom.com

Alek Pakulski
Kool Things, Poland, Czech, Slovakia, Hungary
alek@koolthings.com.pl

Kerry Oliver
The Lime Envelope, South Africa
kerryo@thelime.co.za

Alain Mazer, Razer Global PR Director
Alain.Mazer@razerzone.com

Asia Pacific
Jarieul Wong
Jarieul.Wong@razerzone.com

China
Chris Chen
Chris.Chen@razerzone.com

Global
Alain Mazer
Alain.Mazer@razerzone.com

Darren Healy
Director of US Marketing and Business Development
Darren.Healy@razerzone.com

Razer - For Gamers. By Gamers.(TM)

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Toshiba's Windows 8 PCs Now Available

Pre-orders of New Satellite Laptops, Ultrabooks and All-in-One Desktops Start Today on ToshibaDirect.com and Retailers Nationwide

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Toshiba's Digital Products Division (DPD), a division of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., today announced that its consumer line-up of Satellite(R) laptops and Ultrabooks(TM), Qosmio(R) laptops as well as its All-in-One desktops featuring Windows 8 are available for pre-order starting today and will be widely available for purchase from select U.S. retailers and ToshibaDirect.com on October 26.

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Windows 8 Optimization
Toshiba's new laptops feature spacious touchpads with Windows 8 gesture support to allow users to perform gestures on the touchpad as they would on a touchscreen device. In addition, to help transition consumers to the innovative interface in Windows 8, Toshiba's new PCs come pre-installed with Toshiba Desktop Assist, a utility designed to give users easy access to their programs, control panel, as well as files and folders, similar to the Start Menu in previous versions of Windows.

The PCs include three new Windows apps - Toshiba Central, Toshiba Book Place and Toshiba News Place - redeveloped as tiles for the new Start Screen. Toshiba Central provides easy access to the user guide, support information, how-to videos and more. Toshiba Book Place is an e-book reader and marketplace with access to millions of titles. Toshiba News Place provides an easily accessible and graphical news aggregator.

Satellite S Series: Powerful and Stylish at Smart Prices
Satellite S800 series laptops are all-purpose PCs, offering smart performance, design and technologies for superior multitasking, HD entertainment and creativity. Chambered stereo speakers with SRS(R) Premium Sound HD(TM) audio enhancement technology deliver a high-def experience at home or on the go, while smart styling and exclusive Toshiba conveniences like USB Sleep & Charge[1] add more bang for the buck. Configurable with 3rd generation Intel(R) Core(TM) processors[2] or AMD A-Series Accelerated Processing Units (APU) with optional AMD Radeon(TM) HD 7570M graphics[3] with up to 2GB DDR3 graphics memory and up to 8GB of RAM[4], the Satellite S800 Series delivers the speed and rich visuals for mainstream games and powerful multitasking. The laptops offer up to 1TB of storage[5] and can also be equipped with an optional Blu-ray Disc(TM) player[6]. Encased in Toshiba's stylish yet durable brushed aluminum finish in Ice Blue, the Satellite S800 Series is available with 15.6- or 17.3-diagonal HD TruBrite(R) displays[7] and start at $699.99 MSRP[8] and $749.99 MSRP, respectively.

For those looking for greater portability, the new Satellite S955 provides an option that is less than an inch thin, while maintaining its sophisticated audio and video capabilities. At less than one inch thin, the Satellite S955 can be configured with a 3rd generation Intel Core processor or a powerful AMD A-Series APU and up to 8GB of memory, offering ultra-responsive performance for multitasking, casual gaming or watching movies on its 15.6-inch diagonal HD TruBrite display. The laptop features a built-in DVD drive and a range of connectivity options. The Satellite S955 starts at $649.99 MSRP.

Qosmio X875: Extreme Performance and Power for Entertainment and Creativity
For gamers, media creators and advanced users who want an affordable, enthusiast-class laptop loaded with Windows 8, the Qosmio X875 laptop delivers the latest technologies for maximum performance. Packed with Toshiba innovation and powered by a 3rd generation Intel Core i7 processor, up to 32GB of 1600MHz RAM and NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) GTX 670M graphics with 3GB of GDDR5 discrete graphics memory, this laptop easily keeps up with the toughest tasks and graphics-intensive applications. A high-resolution 17.3-inch diagonal HD+ TruBrite display - or a full 1080p HD with 3D-ready screen that includes NVIDIA 3D Vision(R) 2 Kit with Lightboost - offer the expansive screen real estate necessary for heavy duty gaming, content editing and multitasking as well as better viewing and navigating the new Windows 8 interface and apps.

The laptop can be configured with up to 2TB of storage, featuring the industry's first laptop with a 1TB hybrid drive, a Blu-ray Disc Rewritable player and is encased in Toshiba's attention-grabbing Black Widow styling, featuring a diamond-textured aluminum body and a glowing red LED Qosmio logo on the cover with raised tile LED-backlit keyboard and 10-key numeric pad. With built-in harman/kardon(R) Quad Speakers with Slipstream port technology that produce superior audio and SRS Premium Sound 3D(TM) that enhances the surround sound experience, the Qosmio X875 is the ultimate option for those who crave ultimate performance. The Qosmio X875 starts at $1,479.99 MSRP.

Satellite P Series: Powerful with High-end Features and Styling
Powerful, portable and equipped to entertain, Satellite P800 Series laptops are the perfect balance of price and performance for media enthusiasts and power users. The laptops incorporate everything needed for an amazing entertainment and powerful multitasking experience, including ultra-responsive 3rd generation Intel Core processors and Intel Rapid Start technology, up to 8GB of DDR3 memory and an up to a 750GB hard drive. For added performance and convenience, select models incorporate an LED-backlit keyboard and the NVIDIA GeForce GT 630M graphics with Optimus(TM) technology and 2GB of video memory. Dressed in an elegantly textured aluminum body in Prestige Silver, the laptops are not only stylish, but durable.

Equipped with premium audio, the Satellite P800 series include harman/kardon stereo speakers with Slipstream port technology and are custom-tuned with SRS Premium Sound 3D sound enhancements that bring movies and games to life. The patented harman/kardon technology creates more bass output with greatly reduced port noise and distortion. In addition, the laptops feature standard USB 3.0 ports for faster data transfers plus USB Sleep & Charge and Toshiba Sleep & Music[9], two technologies that give users the freedom to power up their smartphones and enjoy music from their MP3 players, even while the laptops are powered down. Satellite P800 series laptops also feature Intel Wireless Display[10] to share the laptop's screen wirelessly with a big screen TV. The Satellite P800 series is available in 15.6- and 17.3-inch diagonal widescreen HD TruBrite displays, for $799.99 MSRP and $929.99 MSRP, respectively or with a 14-inch diagonal HD touchscreen display with edge-to-edge glass, starting at $929.99 MSRP.

Satellite L Series: Solid Performance and Style
Offering a blend of style, performance and versatility, the new Satellite L800 series laptops are designed for students, families and small businesses that want a great PC to stay connected, productive and entertained. These laptops can be configured with 3rd generation Intel Core i3 or Core i5 processors or AMD A-Series APUs and up to 4GB of RAM for enjoying movies, games and multitasking. With up to 640GB of storage, built-in DVD drive and a full range of ports including HDMI(R) and USB 3.0[11], plus 802.11n Wi-Fi(R) and a large, intuitive touchpad, the laptops are well equipped to make the most of the Windows 8 experience. Encased in Toshiba's stylish Fusion(R) Finish in Mercury Silver, the Satellite L800 Series is available with 15.6- and 17.3-diagonal HD TruBrite displays and start at $629.99 MSRP and $579.99 MSRP, respectively.

The all-new Satellite L950 series delivers all the versatility of the Satellite L800 series including a built-in DVD drive in a form factor that is less than an inch thin. With Ultrabook-like dimensions and a 15.6-inch diagonal display, the laptops can be configured with either 3rd generation Intel Core i3 or Core i5 processors or an AMD A-Series APU, up to 750GB of storage and up to 6GB of RAM. Pricing starts at $579.99 MSRP.

Satellite C800 Series: Fully Equipped and Affordable
Satellite C800 series laptops are designed for price-conscious consumers who want a versatile laptop that doesn't sacrifice quality and style for cost. Equipped with powerful processors, Satellite C800 series laptops are great for web browsing, socializing, emailing, entertainment and multitasking - leveraging the new Windows 8 speed, fluidity and interactive Start Screen. The laptops can be configured with a range of processors, including 3rd generation Intel Core i3 processors and AMD E-Series and A-Series APUs, up to 8GB of RAM and up to 750GB of storage. Encased in Toshiba's durable Trax textured finish or Fusion Finish in Mercury Silver, select models also feature Bluetooth(R) connectivity, HDMI and USB 3.0 ports. The Satellite C800 series is available in two diagonal screen sizes, the 15.6-inch Satellite C855, starting at $379.99 MSRP and the 17.3-inch Satellite C875, starting at $499.99 MSRP.

Satellite U Series Ultrabooks
The Satellite U925t Ultrabook Convertible sports the performance of an Ultrabook with the ease-of-use and portability of a tablet, making it a perfect hybrid device. A unique hinge enables the device to be used as a tablet or as an Ultrabook. In tablet mode, users can slide the 12.5-inch diagonal IPS touch screen back and tilt it up to reveal an LED backlit raised tile keyboard and clickpad and use the device like a traditional Ultrabook. The Satellite U925t starts at $1,149.99 MSRP.

The Satellite U945 Ultrabook is a more affordably-priced Ultrabook for everyday productivity and entertainment. Weighing less than four pounds[12] and measuring less than 0.8 inches thin, the Satellite U945 offers all the performance of a conventional PC but with slimmer styling and less weight. Featuring a 14-inch diagonal HD TruBrite display, the Ultrabook is encased in a textured Fusion Lattice finish in Ice Blue and includes a spacious clickpad with Windows 8 gesture support. The Satellite U945 also includes stereo speakers with SRS Premium Sound 3D sound enhancements, an HD webcam and can be configured with an optional LED backlit keyboard. The Satellite U945 starts at $699.99 MSRP.

The Satellite U845W is the first Ultrabook to feature a 14.4-inch diagonal ultrawide-HD TruBrite display with a cinematic 21:9 aspect ratio. The widescreen display provides an approximately 30 percent greater view of tiles on the Windows 8 Start Screen and is also ideal for snapping Windows 8 apps to the classic desktop interface, giving users more desktop space to work, while still enjoying live content. Precisely constructed of brushed aluminum with luxurious soft-touch rubberized trim that spans the cover, the Satellite U845W delivers sophisticated styling, while its lightweight design and less-than-an-inch profile make it extremely comfortable to carry. The Satellite U845W starts at $1049.99 MSRP.

All-in-One Desktops
The 21.5-inch Toshiba LX815 and 23-inch LX835 All-in-One desktops are perfect Windows 8 devices for the home or dorm room, ideal for multitasking, productivity and HD entertainment. These PCs offer full HD 1080p displays with optional touchscreens on edge-to-edge glass, recessed edges to hide connectors to any external devices and a slim-line folding stand that allows users to tilt the display at various angles. Offering outstanding performance, the All-in-One PCs are fully equipped with 3rd generation Intel Core processors, up to 8GB RAM, up to 2TB of storage, two USB 3.0 ports plus four USB 2.0 ports. All of this paired with superior sound from SRS Premium Sound 3D, Onkyo speakers make them ideal for enjoying all forms of entertainment, including the latest movies and games, surfing the Web, photos and more. Select models are also equipped with NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) GT 630M graphics, an HDMI input that allows convenient connections to gaming consoles, tablets and other video sources and a TV-tuner with an IR blaster for connecting to a set-top box or DVR. The LX815 starts at $699.99 MSRP and the LX835 starts at $849.99 MSRP.

Availability
Toshiba's Windows 8 products are all available for pre-order today at major retailers, e-tailers and direct from Toshiba at ToshibaDirect.com and will be available for purchase beginning on October 26, 2012.

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About Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. (TAIS)
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is comprised of three business units: Digital Products Division, Imaging Systems Division, and Telecommunication Systems Division. Together, these divisions provide digital products, services and solutions, including industry-leading portable computers; televisions, TV/DVD Combination products, Blu-ray Disc(TM) and DVD products, and portable devices; imaging products for the security, medical and manufacturing markets; storage products for computers; and IP business telephone systems with unified communications, collaboration and mobility applications. TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation. For more information on TAIS visit us.toshiba.com.

About Toshiba Corporation
Toshiba is a world-leading diversified manufacturer, solutions provider and marketer of advanced electronic and electrical products and systems. Toshiba Group brings innovation and imagination to a wide range of businesses: digital products, including LCD TVs, notebook PCs, retail solutions and MFPs; electronic devices, including semiconductors, storage products and materials; industrial and social infrastructure systems, including power generation systems, smart community solutions, medical systems and escalators & elevators; and home appliances. Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 550 consolidated companies, with 202,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing 6.1 trillion yen (US$74 billion). Visit Toshiba's web site at http://www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm

(C) 2012 Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All product, service and company names are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. Information including without limitation product prices, specifications, availability, content of services, and contact information is subject to change without notice. All rights reserved.

[1] The "USB Sleep & Charge function" may not work with certain external devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification. In those cases, turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device.
[2] CPU performance may vary. See Processor Legal Footnote at http://www.info.toshiba.com
[3] GPU performance may vary. See Graphics Legal Footnote at http://www.info.toshiba.com
[4] Memory size may vary.  See Memory Legal Footnote at http://www.info.toshiba.com
[5] Hard Disk Drive Capacity.  Hard drive capacity may vary. 1 Gigabyte (GB) means 10(9) = 1,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10.  See Hard Disk Drive Capacity Legal Footnote at http://www.info.toshiba.com
[6] Compatibility and/or performance issues are possible. See Blu-Ray Disc Player Technology Legal Footnote at http://www.info.toshiba.com
[7] Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the thin film transistors manufacturing technology. See Display Legal Footnote at http://www.info.toshiba.com
[8] Price as shown is after rebate, if any, applicable to that product and price may also be subject to special offer requirements.  Prices, specifications, availability and terms of offer are subject to change without notice.  Toshiba is not liable for pricing, typographical or photography errors.  Reseller/Retailer pricing may vary. 
[9] Toshiba Sleep & Music. In this mode, the headphone jack and mute functions are disabled. The volume and sound quality will diminish as the speakers not tuned in Windows(R) mode. Use the volume control on your audio device to adjust sound.  Audio line-in cable is not included.   
[10] Intel(R) Wireless Display. Copy protection technology, if any, associated with the content may prevent or limit viewing of content. 
[11] USB 3.0. 5Gbps is the maximum theoretical interface transfer rate per the specifications of the Universal Serial Bus 3.0. Actual transfer rate will vary depending on your system configuration and other factors.
[12] Weight may vary.  See Weight Legal Footnote at http://www.info.toshiba.com

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Verizon Wireless And Noticias Univision 41 Launch Amigos del Tiempo Contest In New York Metro Area

Contestants can register for Amigos del Tiempo Wireless Workshops held at select Stores Now through Friday, November 30, 2012; 10 Winners could present their weather reports on Noticias Univision 41 and receive a new 4G LTE-enabled tablet from Verizon with up to six months of free prepaid service

NEW YORK, Oct. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless, owner of America's largest 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network and Noticias Univision 41 (Univision 41 News) today announced the launch of the Amigos Del Tiempo (Weather Friends) contest.  This unique contest offers participants the opportunity of a lifetime, reporting the weather once a week for six months in the number one media market during WXTV Univision 41's newscast at 11 p.m.  Winners will also receive a new 4G LTE-enabled tablet from Verizon and a Verizon Wireless Gift card which can be used to purchase up to six months of free prepaid service.

"Verizon Wireless is proud to join Univision 41 as a co-sponsor of the Amigos del Tiempo contest. By working together to offer this contest, we hope to encourage and support the bold aspirations of young Latinos throughout the New York Metropolitan Area by empowering them with Verizon's 4G LTE and our free wireless workshops," said Fernando Molinar, Associate Director of Northeast Multicultural Marketing at Verizon Wireless.

The call for entries is currently underway now through November 30, 2012.  Spanish speaking adults aged 18 and older who live in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut are eligible to participate in the contest and can learn how to enter by going to Univision 41's website at http://www.Univision.com/verizon.  There is no purchase necessary to enter or win.  As part of the contest, participants may register to take a free Verizon Wireless Amigos del Tiempo Preparacion Workshop to automatically qualify to participate in the December auditions.  During these workshops, participants will learn how to use 4G LTE-enabled tablets, and how Verizon's 4G LTE technology can benefit their daily lives.  These workshops are being offered in Spanish at select Verizon Wireless Stores. 

"Verizon Wireless is excited to provide participants of the Amigos del Tiempo contest the opportunity to learn about the power of our 4G LTE network and the benefits of 4G LTE enabled tablets," said Pat Devlin, President New York Metro Region for Verizon Wireless.  "We encourage all of our customers to take advantage of the FREE wireless workshops that we offer in select stores throughout the New York Metro Region so that they can empower themselves and their family with our new 4G LTE devices."

"We are thrilled to partner with Verizon Wireless to offer this exciting opportunity to our viewers," said Norma Morato, news director for WXTV Univision 41.  "Through Amigos del Tiempo, we are reaching out to our viewers to provide them with a once in a lifetime opportunity to make them part of our weather segment in our newscast."

After completing the workshops, contestants will have the opportunity to audition to become a final contestant for Amigos del Tiempo.  Auditions will take place during the month of January 2013 with a date soon to be announced.  From these entries, 25 finalists will be selected by Univision 41 and their auditions will be posted online at http://www.Univision.com/verizon for public voting.

Of the 25 finalists, 10 will be selected by Univision 41 as the winners to be announced during the month of January.  The 10 winners will have the opportunity to become an Amigos del Tiempo reporter.  Each winner will receive a new 4G LTE-enabled tablet from Verizon and a Verizon Wireless Gift card which can be used to purchase up to six months of free prepaid service.  Winners may use their tablets to record and submit their weather reports on a weekly basis to Noticias Univision 41.

For more information on Amigos del Tiempo, contest guidelines, store locations for workshop and to enter the Amigos del Tiempo contest visit http://www.univision.com/verizon.

For more information on Verizon Wireless, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com  or follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Tumblr.

About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 108 million total wireless connections, including 92.2 million retail customers.  Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with nearly 82,000 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.

About Univision Communications Inc.
Univision Communications Inc. (UCI) is the leading media company serving Hispanic America. Its assets include Univision Network, one of the top five networks in the U.S. regardless of language and the most-watched Spanish-language broadcast television network in the country reaching 96% of U.S. Hispanic households; TeleFutura Network, a general-interest Spanish-language broadcast television network reaching 88% of U.S. Hispanic households; Univision Cable Networks, including Galavision, the country's leading Spanish-language cable network, as well as Univision tlnovelas, a new 24-hour cable network dedicated to novelas, Univision Deportes Network, a new 24-hour cable network dedicated to sports, ForoTV, a new 24-hour Spanish-language cable network dedicated to news, and an additional  suite of six cable offerings - De Pelicula, De Pelicula Clasico, Bandamax, Ritmoson, Telehit and Clasico TV; Univision Studios, which produces and co-produces reality shows, dramatic series and other programming formats for the Company's platforms; Univision Television Group, which owns and/or operates 62 television stations in major U.S. Hispanic markets and Puerto Rico; Univision Radio, the leading Hispanic radio group which owns and/or operates 69 radio stations in 16 of the top 25 U.S. Hispanic markets and Puerto Rico; Univision Interactive Media, a network of national and local online and mobile sites including Univision.com, which continues to be the #1 most-visited Spanish-language website among U.S. online Hispanics, Univision Movil, a longstanding industry-leader with unique, relevant mobile products and services, and Univision Partner Group, a specialized advertising and publisher network. Headquartered in New York City, UCI has television network operations in Miami and television and radio stations and sales offices in major cities throughout the United States. For more information, please visit Univision.net.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Esmeralda Diaz Cameron
Verizon Wireless
973.387.5148
Esmeralda.Cameron@verizonwireless.com

Aida E. Rosario
WXTV Univision 41
201.287.8800
aerosario@univision.net

Sodelba Alfaro
Crenshaw Communications
212.367.9757
Sodelba@crenshawcomm.com

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

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

New Wireless, Rechargeable Keyboard is Back in Black for Industrial Applications

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Earlier this year, iKey®, the world's premier innovator of rugged computer peripherals, introduced the SBW-97-TP(TM), the industry's first rechargeable wireless keyboard designed for infection control. Now iKey's most innovative and flexible user-friendly keyboard is back in black: Introducing the SBW-97-TP-BLACK(TM) designed with industrial applications in mind.

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The SBW-97-TP-BLACK is the first fully sealed, rechargeable, wireless keyboard on the market using QuickPair(TM) technology. QuickPair is the unique ability to pair to a USB dongle over a 802.11G wireless frequency without interacting with the host PC. Unlike traditional wireless keyboards, iKey's latest product does not require the user to press any buttons on the dongle or interact with the computer's operating system.

"Pairing the keyboard is only a two-keystroke procedure with any PC that has the USB dongle installed," Dave Huddleston, iKey Operations Manager, said. "This is an exclusive feature that allows the keyboard to be moved across various computers or workstations with ease." 

Powered by a lithium ion battery, the SBW-97-TP-BLACK has superior battery life of two weeks with regular use, and is easily recharged with its included micro USB cable. The keyboard only takes five hours to fully charge, and maintains full functionality while charging.

As with all of iKey's industrial peripherals, the SBW-97-TP-BLACK is engineered with factory and manufacturing settings in mind. Wireless keyboards eliminate the need for cables, which often take up valuable space and can be difficult to route in industrial areas.

Ideal for use anywhere dust, dirt, water and extreme temperatures wreak havoc on keyboards and other technical equipment, its case and silicone rubber keys are fully sealed and washable. Featuring a CleanLock(TM) key, the SBW-97-TP-BLACK can be quickly and easily disabled during cleaning procedures.

"iKey's products are built to withstand difficult environments where standard keyboards will fail," Huddleston said. "iKey's NEMA-rated industrial keyboards rise to the challenge to eliminate down time and survive in the harsh conditions of factory floors, industrial workstations and other industrial environments."

Measuring only 14.96" x 5.91" x 0.84" (w-h-d), the SBW-97-TP-BLACK includes an integrated touchpad and 10-key numeric pad. Designed to be user-friendly, it also has three LED indicators for battery life, pairing and charging.

The SBW-97-TP-BLACK's case is built from rugged, ABS polycarbonate plastic, and has an integrated VESA mounting pattern on the back. The unit is also available with an optional magnetic mount, providing an easy way to change out the keyboards for charging purposes.

For more information on the SBW-97-TP-BLACK, visit iKey online at http://www.iKey.com or iKey's YouTube Channel for product demos and features.

About iKey, LP.: iKey designs and manufactures rugged, sealed keyboards, displays, pointing devices for industrial, public safety, medical and military applications. A pioneer in its industry since 1989, iKey is known as an innovator of industrial computer peripherals. For more information, visit http://www.ikey.com.

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CONTACT: Amy Kincheloe, (512) 837-0283 , amy@ikey.com

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

Ex-Nokia Money Team Launches iKaaz Tap & Pay Mobile Payments Platform for Enterprises

SEATTLE, October 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

    iKaaz, a Seattle-based mobile payments solution provider, launched its new iKaaz
mobile payment platform for enterprises. The iKaaz platform broadly caters to two major
segments.

    The iKaaz Consumer Wallet for Enterprises allows enterprises including banks,
operators, and merchants to offer mobile wallets convenience to their customers for quick
and easy payments. Soma Sundaram, Founder and CEO of iKaaz, said, "The iKaaz solution can
be delivered in the form of a mobile app across all types of mobile phones. With the iKaaz
app, account holders of a bank / prepaid can initiate money transfers and consumers can
complete merchant transactions and pay bills with just their mobile phones."

    The iKaaz M-POS solution allows merchants to replace expensive POS equipment with just
a mobile phone that settles payments electronically. With the iKaaz Tap & Pay solution,
that leverages NFC (near field communication) technology, merchants can receive payments
from customers with just a tap of a phone at the checkout terminal. This revolutionary
concept aims to change the way shoppers go about their daily shopping at their favorite
retail outlet. No more fumbling for cash or swiping of the card; a simple tap of a phone
will complete the payment. "On the one hand, customers can transform their mobile phones
into a mobile wallet using a smart iKaaz NFC tag and complete payments faster at merchant
locations. On the other hand, merchants can benefit by significantly reducing the
transaction processing fees," said Soma Sundaram.

    The product launch video is available at ikaaz.com

    About iKaaz

    iKaaz offers a mobile payments platform for enterprises in developed and emerging
markets to enable them to extend cashless transactions to their customers. Developed by
some of the core team members of the Ex-Nokia Money team with many years of experience in
the payments domain, iKaaz caters to customers across the globe. For more information,
visit http://www.ikaaz.com.

       
        Media Contact
        Raj Shree
        Communications Manager
        Media.relations@ikaaz.com
        +1-206-905-7422

iKaaz

EUTELSAT 70B Arrives at Sea Launch Home Port Facility in California. Launch on Track for 3 December

PARIS, October 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

    The EUTELSAT 70B satellite of Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL) has
arrived in Long Beach, California and been transported to the Sea Launch "Home Port"
facility. After standalone spacecraft operations are completed, EUTELSAT 70B will be
handed over to Sea Launch's prime contractor, Energia Logistics, Ltd., to be mated with
the payload support structure and integrated with the Zenit-3SL launch vehicle before
departure to the launch site in November. The launch is scheduled for 3 December.

    Built for Eutelsat by Astrium using its E3000 platform, EUTELSAT 70B is designed to
optimise resources from the 70.5degree(s) East orbital slot that sits at the crossroads
between Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia. With high frequency reuse, four powerful
regional beams connected to 48 Ku-band transponders will be located on a single platform,
more than doubling current capacity at 70.5degree(s) East for data and government
services, broadband access, GSM backhauling and professional video exchanges.

    EUTELSAT 70B will replace the EUTELSAT 70A satellite which will subsequently be
redeployed to another location for continued commercial service.

    The launch will be videostreamed live on http://www.eutelsat.com.

    About Eutelsat Communications

    Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL, ISIN code: FR0010221234) is the holding
company of Eutelsat S.A. With capacity commercialised on 29 satellites that provide
coverage across Europe, as well as the Middle East, Africa and significant parts of Asia
and the Americas, Eutelsat is one of the world's three leading satellite operators. As of
30 June 2012 Eutelsat's satellites were broadcasting more than 4,250 television channels
to over 200 million cable and satellite homes in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The
Group's satellites also serve a wide range of fixed and mobile telecommunications
services, TV contribution markets, corporate networks, and broadband markets for Internet
Service Providers and for transport, maritime and in-flight markets. Eutelsat's broadband
subsidiary, Skylogic, markets and operates high speed Internet services through teleports
in France and Italy that serve consumers, enterprises, local communities, government
agencies and aid organisations in Europe, Africa, Asia and the Americas. Headquartered in
Paris, Eutelsat and its subsidiaries employ just over 750 commercial, technical and
operational professionals. This culturally diverse staff comprises employees from 30
countries. http://www.eutelsat.com.

Eutelsat Communications

CONTACT: Press: Vanessa O'Connor, Tel: +33-1-53-98-37-91, voconnor@eutelsat.fr. Frédérique Gautier, Tel: +33-1-53-98-37-91, fgautier@eutelsat.fr. Marie-Sophie Ecuer, Tel: +33-1-53-98-37-91, mecuer@eutelsat.fr. Investors and analysts: Lisa Finas , Tel: +33-1-53-98-35-30, investors@eutelsat-communications.com. Leonard Wapler, Tel. : +33 1 53 98 31 07, investors@eutelsat-communications.com.

Kaspersky Lab and Facebook Partner to Make Social Networking Safer

ABINGDON, England, October 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

         Kaspersky Lab enhances Facebook Security and provides users with free sixth

                               month software subscriptions

    Kaspersky Lab [http://www.kaspersky.co.uk ], a leading developer of security and
threat management solutions, today announced a partnership with Facebook (NASDAQ: FB),
with the goal of enhancing the security of social networking both online and offline.
Kaspersky Lab is now supplying Facebook with up-to-the-minute data about the latest
malicious software threats worldwide, which will be used to protect Facebook users from
inadvertently visiting malicious web pages.

    People are more likely to click on a link shared by a friend, and this inherent trust
is something cyber-criminals prey upon. Malicious URLs can automatically share themselves
with a victim's personal contacts without the user's knowledge, making the links appear
legitimate. Now, when Facebook users share or click a link shared by their friends, the
link will instantly be compared against Kaspersky Lab's database of malicious web pages.
If the link matches Facebook's list of known 'bad' URLs - which are supplied to Facebook
by Kaspersky Lab and other security vendors - the user will be immediately notified and
blocked from visiting the web page. This not only prevents the user's personal information
and computer from being put at risk, but stops the malicious links from spreading further.

    At Kaspersky Lab, more than 800 anti-malware experts work around the globe and around
the clock to combat cybercrime, analysing more than 125,000 threats daily.

    Using the information from the Kaspersky Security Network [http://ksn.kaspersky.com/en
] - a cloud-based repository from Kaspersky Lab customers who voluntarily share real-time
data on attempted infections and malware activity - Kaspersky Lab experts can analyse data
and produce up-to-the-second protection for its 300 million users protected by Kaspersky
Lab products and technologies around the globe.

    Keeping Facebook Users Informed and Protected

    Kaspersky Lab believes that informed computer users are the first line of defense
against cyber-crime. In addition to supplying Facebook with threat information, Kaspersky
Lab will also contribute expert advice, tips and informative articles to the Facebook
Security page [https://www.facebook.com/security ]. This resource centre keeps the online
community informed about the latest cyber-threats and provides regular reminders of safe
online browsing habits. For more information on this Facebook service, please visit
http://www.facebook.com/security.

    In addition to timely advice, Kaspersky Lab is also supplying Facebook users with an
exclusive free six-month subscription to its popular consumer security products. This
six-month offer allows users to download Kaspersky PURE Total Security
[http://www.kaspersky.co.uk/pure ] or Kaspersky Security for Mac
[http://www.kaspersky.co.uk/security-mac ], ensuring they have the best protection on their
machines. Kaspersky PURE is the company's flagship consumer suite, providing critical
tools - including a password manager, data encryption, and file backup manager - to
protect users' digital assets. Kaspersky Security for Mac protects Mac owners from the
growing threat of malware that targets OS X, and prevents Windows-based malware from
becoming a hidden infection waiting to transfer to the PCs of friends and family via USB
sticks and file sharing. These offers can be accessed through the "AV Marketplace" tab on
Facebook Security page [https://www.facebook.com/security ].

    Steve Orenberg, President Kaspersky Lab North America, comments; "When Kaspersky Lab
was founded 15 years ago, we could only imagine the ways technology would interconnect the
citizens of the Internet and what a huge impact this would have on individuals and society
as a whole. The mission of Kaspersky Lab has always been to protect people and businesses
as they connect online, and there is no network that is leading the future of online
connections like Facebook. Both companies are the best at what we do, so it makes sense to
work together toward a safer Internet for all."

    Joe Sullivan, Chief Security Officer Facebook, added; "Starting today, the people ;who
use Facebook will be able to benefit from Kaspersky's industry-leading intelligence and
technology with their malicious URL data and inclusion in the AV Marketplace. We look
forward to the combined work of our companies to help keep people safe both on and off of
Facebook."

    Costin Raiu, Director of Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) Kaspersky Lab,
comments; "Over the past 10 years, we've seen incredible growth in the amount of personal
information people will voluntarily share, and cybercriminals have naturally 'followed the
money' by creating scams and malicious programs specifically targeting social networks. It
takes a blend of online awareness and top-notch security technology to be protected online
- one cannot take the place of the other - and by partnering with Facebook, Kaspersky Lab
intends to provide both."

    Kaspersky Lab Newsroom

    Kaspersky Lab has launched a new online newsroom, Kaspersky Lab Newsroom Europe
(http://newsroom.kaspersky.eu/en
[https://email.ascentpr.co.uk/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://newsroom.kaspersky.eu/en ]),
for journalists throughout Europe. The newsroom is specifically designed to serve many of
the media's most common requests, making it easier for journalists to find product and
corporate information, facts and figures, editorial copy, images, videos and audio files,
as well as details about the appropriate PR contacts.

    About Kaspersky Lab

    Kaspersky Lab is the world's largest privately held vendor of endpoint protection
solutions. The company is ranked among the world's top four vendors of security solutions
for endpoint users.* Throughout its 15-year history Kaspersky Lab has remained an
innovator in IT security and provides effective digital security solutions for consumers,
SMBs and Enterprises. The company currently operates in almost 200 countries across the
globe, providing protection for over 300 million users worldwide. Learn more at
http://www.kaspersky.co.uk. For the latest on antivirus, anti-spyware, anti-spam and
other IT security issues and trends, visit: http://www.securelist.com.

    *The company was rated fourth in the IDC rating Worldwide Endpoint Security Revenue by
Vendor, 2010. The rating was published in the IDC report Worldwide IT Security Products
2011-2015 Forecast and 2010 Vendor Shares - December 2011. The report ranked software
vendors according to earnings from sales of endpoint security solutions in 2010.

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CTIA-The Wireless Association® Statement on the FCC's Adoption of the Wireless Communications Services in the 2.3 GHz Band

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- After the Federal Communications Commission's adoption of an Order on Reconsideration revising the rules for Wireless Communications Services (WCS) in the 2.3 GHz Band, CTIA-The Wireless Association® Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Chris Guttman-McCabe released the following statement:

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"CTIA is pleased that Chairman Genachowski and the Commissioners are taking steps to facilitate the deployment of mobile broadband services in the Wireless Communications Service band. Freeing up underutilized spectrum is a critical component in the effort to meet the rapidly-escalating demand for mobile broadband services. Whether through removing regulatory barriers or clearing underutilized spectrum in bands that can be used for mobile services, delivering additional spectrum for mobile broadband allows the U.S. wireless industry to invest billions of dollars every year and deploy world-leading networks, resulting in significant economic benefits for U.S. consumers and businesses."

CTIA-The Wireless Association® (http://www.ctia.org) is an international organization representing the wireless communications industry. Membership in the association includes wireless carriers and their suppliers, as well as providers and manufacturers of wireless data services and products. CTIA advocates on behalf of its members at all levels of government. The association also coordinates the industry's voluntary best practices and initiatives, and sponsors the industry's leading wireless tradeshows. CTIA was founded in 1984 and is based in Washington, D.C.

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CONTACT: Amy Storey, +1-202-736-3207

Web Site: http://www.ctia.org

New JVC 55" XinemaView 3D HDTV Delivers Powerful Sound & Connectivity

-- JVC JLE55SP4000 Smart HDTV Ushers In New Era of BlackSapphire(TM) 4000 series High Performance HDTVs --

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- JVC-TV, the legendary brand in audio/video electronics, has announced the introduction of the new 55" JLE55SP4000 3D HDTV featuring XinemaView 3D(TM) (complete with four pair of battery-free 3D glasses), built-in WiFi and Internet applications, 120Hz CrystalMotion(TM) screen, and a remote control with QWERTY keypad.

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The new JLE55SP4000 is the first model in the venerable JVC brand's new "BlackSapphire" line of HDTVs, the second line introduced since JVC merged with Kenwood and licensed by AmTRAN Video Corp., with more BlackSapphire models coming soon. Featuring an ultra-thin bezel design (less than 0.5" thick) and 1080p Full HD resolution, the edge LED backlit JLE55SP4000 stands out from comparable models with its superior sound quality (no external soundbar needed) and advanced connectivity.

The sound system boasts 45-watts of total speaker output power, including a built-in woofer and enhanced by JVC's proprietary XinemaSound(TM) 3D acoustic and post processing technologies, which also allows consumers to achieve a surround-sound experience without any additional speakers.

"The JLE55SP4000 delivers sound that is a cut above HDTVs at any price, let alone those at such an affordable price point," said Drew Pragliola, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at AmTran Video Corp. "The typical HDTV's sonic output is weak, so we set out to change the landscape with this model.  Looking ahead, our new BlackSapphire line will continue to bring consumers a superior level of audio performance, along with a brilliant 3D picture, and Internet connectivity at a price the average consumer will appreciate. It's a high performance HDTV selling for an everyday price."

The JLE55SP4000 incorporates the Internet Connected Experience (I.C.E.(TM)) with preloaded and downloadable ICE apps(TM). The preloaded apps include Netflix, YouTube, Vudu, and Pandora. WiFi 802.11n is built in for easy wireless Internet connectivity. The remote control makes searching and other text-entry operations easy thanks to a built in QWERTY-style keyboard located on the back of the wireless remote.

For easy viewing of photos, home videos and music, two USB input ports are provided.  There are also four HDMI inputs, one antenna input, component and composite video inputs, one VGA/RGB PC input, one 3.5mm music/pc sound input, one digital audio optical output and one stereo audio output. All HDMI and USB ports are conveniently located along the side.

The 55" class (54.6" diagonal) screen has edge LED backlighting and 120Hz CrystalMotion frame rate for maximum clarity during fast-moving action. The built-in XinemaView 3D employs battery-free 3D glasses (the movie-theater style glasses many viewers prefer over the bulkier "shutter glasses" 3D technology used by others.) The screen has 20-million: 1 contrast ratio with dynamic processing, and CrystalColor(TM) Enhancement and ambient light sensing for maximum picture quality.

JVC-Kenwood has licensed AmTRAN Video Corporation (AVC) to manufacture and market the BlackSapphire line of high-performance, high-value HDTVs in North America. The JVC brand is legendary in consumer electronics for many innovations, including the VHS videocassette format of the 1970s and 80s. "Our BlackSapphire TVs are consistent with everything JVC stands for," Pragliola noted, "which is great performance, great cutting edge technology, and exceptional value."

The JLE55SP4000 will ship this month for $1,299.99 SRP.

About AmTRAN Video Corporation

AmTRAN Video Corporation (AVC) is a subsidiary of AmTRAN Technology Co., Ltd., a top LCD TV manufacturer specializing in design and production of high quality LCD monitors and LCD/LED TVs, audio products and LED lighting. AVC is located in Irvine, California, and is licensed by JVC Kenwood Corporation for the manufacturing, sales, distribution and marketing of JVC High Definition Televisions for the North America market. For further information, contact Adam Sohmer; Sohmer Associates, LLC; 347-497-4965; adam@sohmerassoc.com.

SOURCE  AmTRAN Video Corporation

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Sagemcom Unveils its Next Generation Bonding & Vectoring CPEs

PARIS, October 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

    Sagemcom announces its latest generation VDSL2 Home Gateways. As a pioneer on VDSL2
deployments started in 2007 and thanks to continuous investments on Physical Layer as well
as Services, Sagemcom is launching a complete set of devices integrating Full Vectoring
technology. This will enable the Telcos to provide a truly premium broadband service
experience.

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    As a world leader innovating in DSL technologies, Sagemcom is also showing the cutting
edge F@st 4320, its next generation bonding home gateway on VDSL & ADSL.

    Both technologies will provide fiber-grade user experience on existing copper
infrastructure to a larger amount of DSL subscribers.

    This whole range has been qualified against Alcatel-Lucent DSLAMs.

    With many system level vectoring trials currently being held with 1-Tier operators
throughout the world, the cooperation between Sagemcom and Alcatel-Lucent provides the
most integrated end-to-end solution in the market for the introduction of such
technologies.

    Ahmed Selmani, Deputy CEO of Sagemcom Broadband explains: "Leveraging on more than 10
years' experience in the broadband industry, we are proud to engage jointly with
Alcatel-Lucent into bringing innovative and next generation DSL technologies such as
vectoring & bonding in the market. This will allow our partners and service providers to
benefit from a proven solution and thus deliver with a short time to market higher
bandwidth to their end users".

    About Sagemcom

    French high-technology group with an international dimension, Sagemcom operates on
markets of broadband (digital home, digital set-top box, broadband and residential
terminals), telecom and energy (M2M, telecommunications infrastructure, smartgrid and
metering), and management of documents (printing terminals, software and solutions,
digital production workflow).

    With a turnover of about 1.5 billion Euros, Sagemcom employs 4 600 people on five
continents; already a European leader in most of its key markets, Sagemcom aims to become
a world leader in high added value communicating terminals.

    Sagemcom is strongly committed to sustainable development through the life cycle of
its products: eco-design, energy consumption, ethical code of all its suppliers.

    For more information: http://www.sagemcom.com

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CONTACT: Contacts: Sagemcom, Aurore Chiquot / Vincent Samuel, +33-(0)1-53-32-11-83 / +33-(0)1-53-32-11-85, aurore.chiquot@linkrp.eu / vincent.samuel@linkrp.eu

EU Ambassador to Ukraine: There Is Freedom of Self-Expression in Ukraine

KYIV, Ukraine, October 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

    "There is a complete freedom of self-expression and no censorship in Ukraine," stated
the Head of the Delegation of the EU to Ukraine Jan Tombinski. At the same time, he said,
there was an issue regarding the ability of citizens to express their views through the
media.

    Tombinski mentioned that the Ukrainian media were focused on influencing voters
instead of educating them. It is only after the election that it would be possible to see
to what extent access to the media or its absence influenced the results of the vote, he
added. Many international and local activists, including the international NGO CANADEM,
indicate that media freedom has been an important factor for Ukrainian voters while making
an informed choice at the October 28 parliamentary elections.

    While the media in Ukraine is widely criticized for placing paid publications and
spreading biased information regarding both the opposition and the ruling party, Freedom
House gave free Internet freedom status to Ukraine in the organization's September 2012
report. Ukraine received 27 points out of 100 (maximum points indicate the least free
environment) - the best Internet freedom result among the researched CIS countries.

    "Ukraine has relatively liberal legislation governing the Internet and access to
information," reads the report. The document states that access to broadband Internet in
Ukraine is fairly affordable, Internet penetration in Ukraine has been growing steadily,
YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Wordpress and LiveJournal are freely available. The authors
note that the backbone connection of UA-IX to the international Internet is not
centralized.

    Notably, in September 2012, Ukraine hosted the 64th World Newspaper Congress and 19th
World Editors Forum. Almost 1,000 representatives of the world-leading media from more
than 90 countries attended the event in Ukraine, receiving first-hand experience in the
state of the media environment in the Eastern European country. International media CEOs
had a chance to meet Ukrainian government officials and reflect on the issues of freedom
of press and speech in Ukraine.

    The issue of media freedom is particularly important on the eve of the parliamentary
elections in Ukraine, which will take place on October 28, 2012.

Worldwide News Ukraine

CONTACT: Maria Ivanova +380443324784, news@wnu-ukraine.com, Project Manager at Worldwide News Ukraine

Remedy Interactive Revolutionizes Job Hazard Analysis

New JHA Solution Focused on Prioritization of the Control of Hazards, and Designed for Mobile and Desktop Computing Devices

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- 2012 NSC Congress & Expo -- Remedy Interactive, Inc., a leading provider of enterprise safety software solutions, today announced a new product that helps health and safety stakeholders optimize the utilization of data collected through job and task hazard analysis. Remedy Interactive's innovative Job Hazard Analysis solution provides managers with unmatched insights into the hazards affecting their workers' safety. With this new solution, managers can make more informed decisions to increase productivity and reduce costs. This JHA solution, which uses a software-as-a-service (SaaS) delivery model, is the first of many to come from Remedy Interactive in the near future.

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Most existing job hazard analysis (JHA) solutions focus solely on documenting hazards for compliance purposes. Remedy Interactive's solution not only ensures that JHA data is recorded consistently, but it provides an engine that empowers managers to utilize that data to prioritize controls, analyze the impact of those controls, and increase accountability across the safety function. The JHA application is also designed from the ground up for mobile and desktop computing platforms including desktops, tablets, laptops and mobile devices for greater accessibility. Managers will have access to the solution all day, seven days a week, from any location around the world. Visit: http://www.remedyinteractive.com/job-hazard-analysis.html.

To see a live demo of Remedy Interactive's JHA solution at the National Safety Council Congress & Expo, October 22-24 in Orlando, Florida, stop by booth #2480.

Job Hazard Analysis Revolutionized
In addition to basic job and task analysis, populated hazards/types and record keeping functions, Remedy Interactive's JHA solution features critical decision-making and management capabilities including:

    --  Control Prioritization - helps managers understand the impact of certain
        controls on employee safety as well as other important business
        functions, and prioritize which controls to apply to jobs and tasks for
        optimal effectiveness
    --  Powerful Program Management and Analytics - tracks teams, tasks, risks
        and results
    --  Extensive JHA Process Customization - enables multiple configuration
        capabilities to maximize productivity
"Performing job hazard analysis is a necessary process for safety professionals, but simply collecting and storing the data doesn't help make critical connections between hazards, controls and outcomes," said Kim Weiss, CEO of Remedy Interactive. "Our JHA solution helps leverage JHA data to ensure resources are allocated to controls that will have the biggest impact on injury rates."

Calling for Incident Management Beta Participants
In January, Remedy Interactive will begin accepting beta applications for its next safety management software application on Incident Management. Now you can be one of the first to experience advanced incident management technology, gain deeper insights into the data collected, and directly shape the future of this product. If you're interested in participating, please call 415.360.5559.

About Remedy Interactive, Inc.
Remedy Interactive, Inc. delivers innovative safety software solutions that empower organizations to drive beyond compliance towards healthy and injury-free productive workplaces.  Our solutions provide intelligent data analysis to create the insights necessary for achieving highly efficient and impactful safety efforts.  For more information, visit http://www.remedyinteractive.com or call 415.332.6433.

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CartoPac International Launches Innovative, Extensible Server Platform and Web Portal for Field Data Collection and Asset Management

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Oct. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- CartoPac International, experts in providing innovative and robust GIS mobile field data collection and asset management solutions for the enterprise, announced today the launch of its new web-based CartoPac Portal and a new version of CartoPac Server. CartoPac Server has been re-architected as the foundation of an extensible server platform for field data collection, simplifying and automating the installation and administrative process in complex enterprise environments. It integrates with existing GIS web-based environments or can be purchased with the new CartoPac Portal as a complete end-to-end mobile server platform.

CartoPac Portal leverages Esri's ArcGIS Online base maps to provide a way to rapidly deploy user friendly maps, greatly enhancing the user experience and adoption of mobile technology in the field. Field data can be rapidly accessed upon upload by all users across the enterprise. Field users can easily query and report on the data collected in the field. Managers have access to critical field data collection reports helping them to identify next steps quickly, while administrators have a central view for deploying and managing multiple mobile projects. CartoPac Portal will significantly enhance field user adoption, centralized management and operational decision-making.   

"We are recognized as the leader in GIS mobile field data collection solutions, and have consistently looked for innovative ways to increase the functionality and power of our mobile server platform, while at the same time simplifying the management associated with field data collection deployments," said Carl Lee, CEO of CartoPac. "Our new field mobile server platform is in direct response to these challenges and provides our customers the industry's only true end-to-end field data collection platform, enabling deployment and management of hundreds of field users from a single management control panel," said Carl.

"It's very clear that the mobile server business for field asset management is becoming much more demanding for our customers. The modern mobile server functionality should be about extensibility, value and simplicity. We constantly challenge ourselves to deliver increasing value for our customers with unique capabilities. Companies now have at their fingertips the industry's most complete mobile platform for field data collection. "

Explore the benefits of CartoPac® Server and CartoPac® Portal at the GITA Oil and Gas Conference in Houston on October 22-24.

CartoPac® International is an enterprise field data collection and asset management software and services company, based in Fort Collins, Colorado, which uses its GIS mobile expertise to meet the needs of companies and governments worldwide. Using CartoPac solutions, GIS field asset data can be collected, managed, and rapidly shared across the enterprise, automating processes, improving data quality and enabling key enterprise spatial asset based decisions. CartoPac operates in Europe, the Middle East and Africa in partnership with ONG-IT, CartoPac's Master Distributor.

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CartoPac International

CONTACT: Sharron Viger, +1-970-980-1558

"The Montblanc Worldsecond"

Montblanc invites everyone in its worldwide mobile photo project to capture and experience the same instant together and picture the world.

NEW YORK, Oct. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Inspired by the idea of recording time, Montblanc introduces "The Montblanc Worldsecond", a photo project inviting everyone the world over to capture moments of beauty photographically. A specially developed mobile photo app (for iPhone and Android) features a unique countdown function, ensuring that the smartphone cameras of all participants worldwide will take a picture at the very same instant.

The photos are then uploaded to the worldsecond.montblanc.com Web site, creating a stunning mosaic of globally shared moments, of "Worldseconds". All in all, Montblanc will "record" 60 Worldseconds over the course of the campaign until the end of December 2012. That is, 60 opportunities for participants to let their imagination and creativity run free and travel the world in pictures.

Once the contest has commenced, app users and visitors to the Web site will be able to choose from the uploaded photos to compile their own photo galleries and share them through a variety of social media channels. At the end of the contest, in early 2013, the winner in each category - Worldsecond Photo and Worldsecond Gallery - will receive a watch from the Montblanc TimeWalker collection.

The Montblanc Worldsecond mobile app will be available for Apple iPhone and Android phones in November 2012. For further information, visit worldsecond.montblanc.com today. The official hashtag for The Montblanc Worldsecond campaign will be #worldsecond.

Every second counts!

Montblanc designs, develops and manufactures its own watches and movements in Switzerland. Master watchmakers are committed to practicing their craft at the very highest level, creating innovative timepieces of the utmost precision, perfection and durability. The calibers designed and manufactured in the brand's own workshops embody the company's philosophy of uniting the artistry of generations past with the latest advances in engineering. Created for the Montblanc Nicolas Rieussec and TimeWalker collections of chronographs, these highly complex watch movements reflect a legacy of excellence that is constantly looking toward the future.

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Montblanc

CONTACT: Iesha Reed, Montblanc North America, +1-908-517-5306, Iesha_Reed@montblanc.com

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