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BP Logix Delivers Sophisticated Functionality And Process Intelligence With Process Director 2.5

Product Provides Process Intelligence, Advanced Reporting and Records Management

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- BP Logix, developer of BPM software that accelerates time-to-value, today announced the release of Process Director Version 2.5. The new version of the company's flagship product provides the process intelligence and advanced reporting  customers need to deliver the benefits of enterprise process transformation. Process Director Version 2.5's process intelligence and advanced reporting capabilities provide both the depth and flexibility of expensive, dedicated reporting tools, plus additional functionality to support sophisticated business activity monitoring (BAM) and process insight.

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Additional functionality in Process Director 2.5 includes: 1) Records Management capability that supports both disposition rules and retention policies for submitted forms, 2) Offline task approvals for mobile devices, 3) An enhanced Business Rules Engine that integrates with other applications to facilitates improved decision-making and 4) SAML v2 support for authentication. These features provide process owners with the ability to adapt in-flight processes based on real-time information, avoiding costly slippages and disruptions to the process timeline. Process Director 2.5 is available in both on-premise and Cloud versions.

According to Forrester Research,(1 )BPM can be a full-contact sport for teams looking to drive enterprise process transformation. However for teams looking to reap some of the benefits of process automation, increased process visibility and responsiveness to new compliance requirements, traditional BPM suites can be overkill. In the most recent version of Process Director, BP Logix introduces sophisticated process intelligence and reporting capabilities that use real-time metrics to predict when deadlines will be missed. These new features also allow process owners and project managers to simulate potential scenarios in real time - i.e. with running process instances - to assess the impact of different scenarios for getting business process and projects back on track.

"Tools that facilitate the collaboration between IT and business -- while also providing process insight and intelligence that process owners need to succeed -- are becoming more critical to both enterprise and mid-market organizations," stated Jay O'Brien, CEO of BP Logix. "Delivering the core benefits of BPM without coding or additional overhead has traditionally been our sweet spot. The additional functionality we provide in V2.5 will satisfy existing customers and provide the capabilities that other market leaders are seeking."

BP Logix Process Director enables business users to define, automate, manage, report on and improve business processes -- and moves business process management (BPM) under the direct control of business users. The product's Process Timeline(TM) technology enables business users to review historical and current data related to business processes, specify the order, dependencies and conditions related to activities within running processes and instantly implement corrective action to overcome a pending problem, if one is present. As a result Process Director enables decision makers to make faster and more accurate decisions on running processes. Fusing traditional workflow automation with the BP Logix Process Timeline, Process Director/Cloud Edition provides product functionality within a SaaS paradigm.

"Managing cross-functional projects that address process automation, respect dependencies and conditions, incorporate workflow software, electronic forms/signatures and predictive analytics are requirements of companies seeking to drive process improvement to a higher level. Process Director is a tool that facilitates that improvement for our customers," he concluded.

¹"Vendor Snapshot: BP Logix Keeps Projects And Processes On Time And Within Budget", Forrester Research, Inc., January 20, 2012

About BP Logix

BP Logix (http://www.bplogix.com) is the first software company to introduce the dimension of Time into business process management. BP Logix Process Director provides the infrastructure and business intelligence that enables business users to anticipate and predict potential problems in recurring business processes. The system 'learns' how running processes behave, anticipates the impact of changing conditions and adjusts processes accordingly. BP Logix offers an on-premise and hosted model, providing users with the advanced capabilities they need to define, model, automate and track their business processes, resulting in greater efficiency across the organization. Customers include Abbott Labs, DuPont, IDEX, ITT Institute, Leo Burnett USA, NEC Labs, NORESCO, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, the National Eye Institute and the National Institute of Mental Health. For more information, please visit http://www.bplogix.com or call 877-627-5871.

The BP Logix name and logo are the registered service and trademarks of BP Logix, Inc.

Media Contact:

Ingrid Andrews
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760-438-3399
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or

Marti Colwell
BP Logix
760-643-4121 ext. 3250
marti.colwell@bplogix.com

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MobiTV Announces Further EMEA Expansion

Paul Scanlan, President and Co-Founder, Relocates to London to Drive Growth of TV Everywhere in EMEA and Beyond

EMERYVILLE, Calif. and LONDON, Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- MobiTV, Inc., a global leader in enabling delivery of live and on-demand TV everywhere, announced today that it will expand its EMEA operations to London as part of its continuing growth in the region.  The new hub will be managed and operated by MobiTV Co-founder and President Paul Scanlan.

"Since the company's start over 10 years ago, Paul Scanlan has been an unmistakable driving force behind the business," said Charlie Nooney, CEO of MobiTV, Inc. "We are excited by the opportunities for true TV everywhere in EMEA and internationally. As our growth accelerates, Paul is the right person to lead our expansion outside of the U.S."

From the company's new  London office, Scanlan will continue to manage and grow all aspects of the company's sales and partnership activity in EMEA, as momentum for TV everywhere is building in Europe and other regions.

Recently, the company announced further upgrades to its TV everywhere proposition with the introduction of its industry-leading nDVR (network DVR) - a cloud-based solution that addresses digital rights management issues geographically. MobiTV has also extended the scope of its datacenter to manage all types of motion picture content for international multi-screen delivery of high-quality services.

"The EMEA markets have demonstrated strong growth potential for IPTV and TV everywhere," said Scanlan.  "I look forward to MobiTV playing a key role in enabling the development and adoption of TV everywhere deployments in EMEA and other global markets."

Scanlan will also host meetings at IBC in Amsterdam (7-11 September) and will be available to discuss MobiTV's plans for expansion. MobiTV is exhibiting at the show and will be located in the Connected World Hall 14, Booth 151.

About MobiTV, Inc.

MobiTV is a global leader in delivering live and on-demand video to any screen, connecting media reliably and securely anytime, anywhere, on any device. The company's end-to-end platform delivers a true TV everywhere experience that helps service providers reduce time to market and control costs associated with the deployment and operation of high concurrency, multiple platform services. MobiTV's connected media solutions solve the complexity of delivering video across networks, operating systems and devices while managing associated rights. The company efficiently optimizes for network conditions to deliver multiscreen media services that center on empowering the viewer. MobiTV's connected media solutions are tailored for IPTV operators, as well as mobile TV and over-the-top customers including AT&T, Deutsche Telekom, Sprint, T-Mobile, TELUS, US Cellular, and Verizon among others. 

EMEA PR Contact
Matt Humphries
+44 (0)20 7434 5558
matt@babelpr.com

U.S. PR Contact
Mary Katherine Juric
(650) 691-7306
Juric@airfoilpr.com

SOURCE  MobiTV, Inc.

MobiTV, Inc.

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

ABBYY FlexiCapture 10 Recognized with KMWorld Trend-Setting Product Award

Intelligent Data Capture Solution Earns Company its Seventh Consecutive Year on Prestigious List

MILPITAS, Calif., Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- ABBYY®, a leading provider of document recognition, data capture and linguistic software and professional services, today announced that FlexiCapture 10 has been recognized with KMWorld Magazine's Trend-Setting Product of the Year Award for 2012.

"This year, KMWorld honors companies that define and enhance the market with their commitment to develop innovative solutions for their customers," said Hugh McKellar, editor-in-chief of KMWorld Magazine. "ABBYY continues to exemplify thisby delivering comprehensive and intelligent solutions to the market that meets end user needs. The company's commitment to driving the industry forward through innovative technologies that enhance business processes has earned it a seventh consecutive award."

Since its inception in 2003, KMWorld Magazine's Trend-Setting Product of the Year award judging panel, consisting of industry editors, analysts, system integrators, vendors, line-of-business managers and users, have evaluated and recognized breakthrough products in the knowledge management industry. This year's panel assessed more than 700 products selecting best-in-class solutions as its Trend-Setting Products of the Year.

ABBYY FlexiCapture 10 is an intelligent document and data capture technology that quickly and accurately extracts key data from a variety of documents. Suitable for virtually any industry, the solution offers a full range of functionality for document scanning, classification, indexing and data extraction for structured, semi-structured and unstructured documents. ABBYY FlexiCapture 10 automates and improves the efficiency of business processes and eliminates time and resource consuming manual data entry.

"This year's recognition by KMWorld validates the direction we started on when we sought a way to make data capture and document recognition technologies relevant in a distributed, enterprise environment," said Dean Tang, CEO of ABBYY USA. "We developed our data capture solution to save enterprise organizations time and money by streamlining data processing and communication. We're honored by the multiple awards that FlexiCapture has won this year and we're committed to providing innovative solutions that meet the changing needs of the industry.

For more information about ABBYY FlexiCapture 10, please visit: http://www.abbyy.com/data_capture_software/.

About KMWorld
KMWorld (http://www.kmworld.com) is the leading information provider serving the Knowledge Management systems market and covers the latest in Content, Document and Knowledge Management, informing more than 45,000 subscribers about the components and processes - and subsequent success stories - that together offer solutions for improving business performance.  KMWorld is a publishing unit of Information Today, Inc. (http://www.infotoday.com)

About ABBYY
ABBYY is a leading provider of document recognition, data capture and linguistic technologies and services. Its key products include the ABBYY FineReader line of optical character recognition (OCR) applications, ABBYY FlexiCapture line of data capture solutions, ABBYY Lingvo dictionary software, and development tools, supporting a variety of platforms and computing environments. ABBYY Language Services provides comprehensive linguistic solutions to corporate customers. Paper-intensive organizations from all over the world use ABBYY solutions to automate time- and labor-consuming tasks and to streamline business processes. ABBYY products are used in large-scale government projects such as those of Australian Taxation Office, Lithuanian Tax Inspectorate, Ministry of Education of Russia, Ministry of Education of Ukraine, Montgomery County Government of the USA, and Government of Canada. Companies that license ABBYY technologies include BancTec, Canon, EMC/Captiva, Hewlett-Packard, KnowledgeLake, Microsoft, NewSoft, Notable Solutions, Samsung Electronics and more. ABBYY OCR applications are shipped with equipment from the world's top manufacturers such as Epson, Fujitsu, Fuji Xerox, Microtek, Panasonic, Plustek, Ricoh, Toshiba, and Xerox. ABBYY is headquartered in Moscow, Russia, with offices in Germany, the UK, the United States, Canada, Ukraine, Cyprus, Australia, Japan and Taiwan. For more information, visit http://www.abbyy.com.

ABBYY, the ABBYY Logo, FineReader, ADRT, Lingvo, FlexiCapture, Recognition Server, and PDF Transformer are either registered trademarks or trademarks of ABBYY Software Ltd. Other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners and are hereby recognized.

SOURCE  ABBYY

ABBYY

CONTACT: Raquel Prieto, McGrath/Power Public Relations, +1-408-727-0351, raquelp@mcgrathpower.com

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

Nikon Launches Flagship COOLPIX Digital Compact Camera P7700

DUBAI, August 22, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    - All-New COOLPIX S-Series Models including Android(TM) OSequipped S800c

    Nikon Corporation launched the COOLPIX line's newest and most advanced model today,
the P7700, a high-performance digital compact camera loaded with the company's best
imaging technology and functions. Users will enjoy full-scale manual photography on par
with digital-SLR cameras and can brush up on their techniques, as well as explore system
expansion. Three cutting-edge COOLPIX S-series models were also launched today, which give
users an unprecedented digital camera experience through the perfect combination of
advanced technology and ultra-stylish design. The S6400 is slim and features a
high-powered zoom operated via a built-in touch panel, the S800c is Wi-Fi(R) compatible
and equipped with the Android(TM) OS and the S01 is the most compact and lightest COOLPIX
model in history.

    The successor to the P7100, the P7700 offers several key advances over its
predecessor, including faster continuous shooting and enhanced image quality when shooting
at high sensitivities. Highlights include a large 1/1.7-inch Backside illumination CMOS
image sensor and a high-speed 7.1X optical zoom NIKKOR lens with an effective 12.2-million
pixel count. In addition, the built-in Lens-shift vibration reduction (VR) Image
stabilisation function increases the range of imaging possibilities with the camera
performing equally well when snapping beautiful still images or recording crisp and clear
full-HD movies in dark or dimly lit surroundings.

    The S800c is Nikon's pioneering new way for users to enjoy and share digital
photography with others via the Internet. In addition to superior basic camera
performance, using the S800c is similar in feeling to operating and communicating with a
smartphone (except there is no phone function); an all-in-one product for shooting,
viewing, connecting, and enjoying.

    Featuring built-in Wi-Fi(R) compatibility, this camera is on par with and exceeds a
smartphone in many ways. The S800c can connect wirelessly to the Internet for easy
uploading of stunning images and vivid videos (in full-HD 1080p format) to social
networking sites. Along with the Backside illumination CMOS image sensor with an effective
16.0-million pixel count and 10x optical zoom NIKKOR lens, the S800c captures sharp,
blur-free and unparalleled images which exceed a smartphone's imaging capabilities.

    For more information and to download the product images, please visit the below
website:

    Imaging Products-lineup-Compact Digital Cameras-COOLPIX P7700
[http://imaging.nikon.com/lineup/coolpix/performance/p7700/index.htm ]

    About Nikon:

    The multinational Nikon Corporation - headquartered in Tokyo, Japan - has been
specialized in optics and imaging since its inception establishment in 1917. Since then,
the company has led the optical industry through numerous accolades and achievements;
carving a name for itself as a world leader in digital imaging, precision optics and photo
imaging technology.

    As such, Nikon Middle East FZE (NMEF) is involved in a broad spectrum of businesses
centered on imaging products. NMEF markets and distributes consumer and professional
digital SLR cameras, NIKKOR optics, Nikon 1 and COOLPIX digital cameras to the Middle
East, Turkey and Africa.

    Globally recognized for setting new standards in product design and performance; the
unique strength of the Nikon brand is attributable to the company's unwavering commitment
to quality, performance, technology and innovation.

    http://www.nikon-me.com

Source: Nikon

For more information, please contact: Sarah Mheidly, Hill+Knowlton Strategies, E: sarah.mheidly@hkstrategies.com, T: +971-4-33-44-930; Blossom Furtado,
Nikon Middle East FZE, E: Blossom.Furtado@nikonoa.net, T: +971-4-8840947

Internet Retailer Announces New Online Store Selling Outdoor Supplies

LAYTON, Utah, Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Utah-based internet retailer, BJ Int Sales LLC, today announced the launch of a new outdoor supplies website and online store: http://www.BJoutdoorsupplies.com.

The new website, catered to outdoor enthusiasts, sells a variety of outdoor supplies including backpacks, books, cookware, furniture, lighting, sleeping gear, specialty cases and bags, tents and tent accessories. The Company plans to expand its product selection in the near future by offering a greater variety of outdoor products including items for fishing, hunting, golfing and more.

Co-founders William and Jalene Brown, who enjoy the outdoors themselves, stated, "We're committed to providing families and outdoor enthusiasts with a convenient shopping portal where they can find great brand name products that won't break the bank. We've selected the products and brands available within our online store because they are of immense value and durability."

Outdoor supply brands available at http://www.BJoutdoorsupplies.com include but are not limited to: SwissGear, Stansport, Slumberjack, Wenzel, ALPS Mountaineering, and Chinook.

Products found on the site range in necessary skill level, from beginner/family to advanced outdoorsman. The expansive variety of outdoor supplies found on the website eliminates a customer's need to shop on multiple sites, therefore saving them time and money.

All products can be economically shipped within the United States and Canada and all major credit cards are accepted. With customer satisfaction in the forefront, BJ Int Sales LLC is dedicated to providing fast shipping services and secure transactions with each purchase.

A customer service team is available during normal business hours for customer ordering support and can be contacted by filling out a form at http://www.BJoutdoorsupplies.com.

For more information on BJ Int Sales LLC and its new outdoor supply website visit http://www.BJoutdoorsupplies.com.

SOURCE  BJ Int Sales LLC

BJ Int Sales LLC

CONTACT: Michelle Boyd, +1-813-382-8810

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

Plusnet Boosts Broadband Proposition With New Fibre Speeds

SHEFFIELD, England, August 22, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    Plusnet, the UK home phone and broadband supplier, has made a host of changes to its
fibre broadband products including the introduction of new Plusnet Extra Fibre offering up
to 76Mb/s with a 250GB usage allowance.

    Following a successful customer trial in which 57 per cent of Plusnet
[http://www.plus.net ] trialists confirmed this improved fibre product made the internet
more integral to their lifestyle than it was already, Plusnet is delivering the best
priced fibre broadband for the 76Mb/s download speeds on the market. Meanwhile, upload
speeds have been increased to up to 19.5Mb/s.

    The new look product more than doubles the usage allowance of Plusnet Extra Fibre
[http://www.plus.net/fibre-broadband ] from 120GB to 250GB, increases speeds but reduces
the cost by GBP1.48/month. Additional changes to the fibre suite include increased upload
speeds to Fibre Value, now up to 9.5Mb/s. Existing Plusnet Extra Fibre customers can
upgrade to the new speeds and usage and take advantage of the lower cost via their online
account or by calling 0800 432 0200.

    More than half (51%) of the surveyed customer trialists said the new Plusnet Extra
Fibre had resulted in them using the internet more, with 45% confirming they used their
home broadband for more than five hours a day. The trialist said they were watching more
on-demand TV (59%), undertaking more free streaming (51%) and more downloading (44%).

    Jamie Ford, Plusnet CEO said: "Customers' internet habits have changed considerably
over the last 12 months. People are using more bandwidth and services that demand faster
speeds. Our new fibre products not only meet this demand but do so at a compelling price.

    "The new fibre product has been making real lifestyle changes too. One-quarter of our
trialists said they work from home more and close to two-fifths say they now use
internet-enabled devices as a means to entertain guests to their home."

    With the improved broadband connection, 30% of customers on the recent trial said they
are looking to purchase smart devices and computers, 28% of customers are looking to
hardwire broadband throughout their home and 27% of customers are looking to purchase a
broadband-enabled TV set.

    Plusnet continues to offer 24/7, free phone UK support and in the last year has set up
specialist teams that focus on the most common customer concerns. Whether it is enabling
someone to get the best connection speed or prevent latency on time sensitive services
such as on-demand TV, Plusnet can now give specific and individual advice to ensure the
best possible experience.

    Notes to editors:

    * Up to 8 times faster: Speeds based on UK average standard (ADSL) broadband download
speed (Ofcom Speed Report Aug 2012) vs. Plusnet Extra Fibre average. Not all lines in
fibre enabled areas can support the fibre service. Customers can call Plusnet on 0808 100
1875 or visit http://www.plus.net/fibre-broadband to see if their line can.

    The Research: 267 customers who have been trialling Plusnet's higher speed fibre
products completed a questionnaire about their home broadband services during August 2012.

    About Plusnet:

    Back in 1997 Plusnet was born. Its plan was simple - to think and act differently from
other providers and save the customer money. More than a decade later, the company is
still providing great value broadband, fibre broadband and phone from its HQ in Yorkshire.

    Plusnet customers and industry professionals think its supports them so well Plusnet
has been given a stack of awards to prove it. It is especially proud to say that for the
third consecutive time Plusnet Value broadband has been honoured as a "Which? Recommended
Provider" (July 2012).

    Despite usage limits on its broadband products, Plusnet offers unlimited downloads
between midnight and 8am every day. This does not count towards a customer's monthly usage
allowance.

   
    PR Contact:
    Laura Mottram
    Plusnet
    The Balance
    Pinfold Street
    Sheffield
    S1 2GU
    +44(0)114-273-3605
    http://www.plus.net

Source: Plusnet

Kenneth Cole Launches F-W 2012 Ad Campaign & New Kenneth Cole Collection Microsite

"Wear Your Voice"

NEW YORK, Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Featuring the tagline "Wear Your Voice," the Kenneth Cole F-W 2012 ad campaign focuses on the idea that fashion is a powerful communication vehicle, and that clothing choices say a lot about you as an individual, so control the message you send, tell the world who you are...WEAR YOUR VOICE.

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The campaign was shot in New York City by fashion photographer and filmmaker Sharif Hamza (whose previous work has appeared in the pages of Vogue Paris, Vogue Russia, LOVE, Dazed & Confused, and Interview).  Featuring supermodel Julia Stegner and Jon Kortajarena, the imagery depicts the brand's juxtaposing elements. Its downtown style is articulated through the use of industrial materials and contrasting shapes - a combination of modern utilitarian styling mixed with subtle touches of sophistication infuse the campaign with an air of power, sexuality, and strength. 

Breaking in the September issue of national magazines including Vogue, Elle, InStyle, and Details, as well as on kennethcole.com, the campaign will feature key pieces from both the Kenneth Cole New York, and the newly launched Kenneth Cole Collection lines.

Another extension of the campaign includes a provocative short film shot by Sharif featuring Julia and Jon that centers on the idea of instant attraction. The film captures their "what might have been" fantasy of a brief sexual encounter between them. The film will live on kennethcole.com and in-store, as well as various other digital and social channels including Facebook and YouTube.

Mr. Cole, Chairman and Chief Creative Officer said, "When we created this campaign we were intrigued by the idea that in every given day most people you encounter don't get to know any more about you than how you choose to present yourself. And that each time you get dressed you have a very powerful opportunity to define yourself on your terms, and in many ways you can be the person you want to be, or aspire to be, based on these (clothing) choices."

In addition to the F-W 2012 campaign, the company will celebrate the introduction of Kenneth Cole Collection with the August launch of an innovative, interactive microsite designed to immerse the customer in a digital experience that reflects the sophisticated, elevated tone of the new Collection.  Through editorially-stylized photography, users will be invited to embark on a self-guided journey of discovery as they explore the rich details of Kenneth Cole Collection.  The site will include: a dynamic shop-able look book where visitors can browse by outfit; behind-the-scenes video content; and, an 8-week celebrity-curated Instagram campaign where visitors can add their "voice" to the site by submitting imagery inspired by weekly themes using #KCCVoices. The campaign will launch with Hunger Games actress Leven Rambin who is curating the theme "Provocative" and will followed  by visionaries in the realm or art, music, and technology such as artist Curtis Kulig, DJ Mia Moretti, and Mashable Editor Lauren Indvik. In order to find out which curators will be next make sure and follow Kenneth Cole on Instagram (Kennethcoleprd), Facebook (Kenneth Cole), and Twitter (@Kennethcoleprd).

About Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc.

Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc. designs, sources and markets a broad range of footwear, handbags, apparel and accessories under the brand names Kenneth Cole New York,Kenneth Cole Reaction,Unlisted and Le Tigre, as well as footwear under the proprietary trademark Gentle Souls. The Company has also granted a wide variety of third party licenses for the production of men's, women's and children's apparel as well as fragrances, watches, jewelry, eyewear and several other accessory categories. The Company's products are distributed through department stores, better specialty stores, company-owned retail stores and its e-commerce website. Further information can be found at http://www.kennethcole.com.

SOURCE  Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc.

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Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc.

CONTACT: Lisa Hellman, lhellman@Kennethcole.com, +1-212-830-6863

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

Hitchcock ISD Deploys Revolutionary Tipping System to Deter Bullying and Crime

Anonymous tip system was setup and deployed in same day

LEESBURG, Va., Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Hitchcock Independent School District in Hitchcock, Texas has deployed a revolutionary new anonymous tipping system that allows students to "text" in their tips to school principals. With a regular cell phone, students and others can submit tips simply by sending a standard text message to the school's keyword. The district has one keyword for each school's campus, plus another keyword for the district office. Hitchcock ISD purchased the tip service, called uTip - The Bully Buster, from e2Campus at no cost for the first year and no obligation to renew a second year.

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"We haven't had too many issues, but we are trying to be proactive about bullying," said Chris Armacost, technology director at Hitchcock ISD. "I see uTip as a practical tool that can be used right away to do something about bullying, because most kids have cell phones these days.

"It gives students a relevant way to make a difference. They can report anything they see, whether it's bullying, drugs, or whatever. And, they can report things anonymously, so they don't have to worry about their friends seeing them go into the office.

"It's easy to use, and it's easy to setup. I rolled out the whole system the same day I signed up. I had all of the posters made, the keywords made, and had our contacts tied to the different keywords. I gave each school their own posters, to display them on their front and back doors as well as emailed each school the fliers they could print off and keep in the office. The fliers were also available to parents and students at our town fair.

"We setup five keywords, one for each of our four campuses, plus one for the district office. We anticipate district tips from parents or teachers that are looking for help but aren't getting it or don't know where to turn for help.

"It's another tool that districts can use to communicate with students and hopefully get feedback from them as a reliable source on stuff that is happening on the campuses. We are looking forward to it."

About uTip - The Bully Buster
Already in place at schools around the country, uTip - The Bully Buster is the award-winning revolutionary "Bully Deterrent System" that combines technology with psychology to decrease bullying and crime at school. uTip technology uses SMS text messaging to put the power in the palm of students' hands - enabling them to discreetly and anonymously report a situation immediately, so schools can respond quickly. Plus, uTip includes free promotional materials for the school to inform tipsters while sending a warning to would-be bullies. uTip is the most relevant and effective way to gain on-the-spot information from students about bullying. Results are guaranteed. Sign up before August 31, 2012 to receive a one-year free pilot program. Learn more at http://www.Bully-Buster.com.

About e2Campus
Used by more than 800 schools around the country, e2Campus is the leading safety communication solution for education. The e2Campus 360 Safety Suite includes uAlert, uTip, uSafe, uConference, Hotline and the Multimodal Showcase. The award-winning flagship service, uAlert, is the first and most trusted unified emergency notification system in education. Higher education clients include large universities such as Arizona State, Penn State, and Cal Poly as well as smaller colleges with less than 100 students. K12 clients include large school districts such as St. Tammany Parish Public School System to small private day schools. To learn more, visit http://www.e2Campus.com.  Existing client administrators can discover online resources in a peer-driven community at http://www.e2Campus.org.

SOURCE  e2Campus by Omnilert, LLC

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e2Campus by Omnilert, LLC

CONTACT: Bryan Crum of e2Campus, 1-800-936-3525 x703, bcrum@e2Campus.com

Web Site: http://www.e2campus.com

Webs Selects Encoding.com's Vid.ly to Power Videos in SiteBuilder3 Website Builder

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Encoding.com, the leading provider for enabling universal online video, announced that Webs is using Vid.ly, Encoding.com's universal video URL platform, to power the video component of its new website builder, SiteBuilder3, announced earlier this month. The Vid.ly service powers the entire SiteBuilder3 video workflow - upload of source videos, expert transcoding, hosting, and device detection - for multi-screen / multi-device delivery for Webs' large user base.

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Webs, the world's largest do-it-yourself solution for creating free websites, has been used to help create over 40 million websites. SiteBuilder3 is a completely new version of Webs' website creation tool that empowers micro businesses to build professional-looking websites without technical or coding skills. Encoding.com's Vid.ly makes it super simple to incorporate video on the websites.

By integrating the Vid.ly API into SiteBuilder3, Webs has made it very simple for users to enable video for viewing via any browser or mobile device.  Webs users can upload their videos via the SiteBuilder3 interface; Vid.ly then converts the video into a variety of formats and bitrates appropriate for all popular browsers and mobile devices.  End users are provided a short URL and embed code to publish on their Webs' sites. When visitors click on the URL, Vid.ly delivers the video in the format appropriate for the visitor's browser or device. 

"Our new SiteBuilder3 gives micro businesses the ability to build a complete website that looks professionally designed," said Haroon Mokhtarzada, Vistaprint's Vice President of Global Digital Product and co-founder of Webs. "Video content is a key element of any modern, professional website and Encoding.com's Vid.ly, integrated into SiteBuilder3, makes building a website that includes rich video content easier than ever." 

"Encoding.com's Vid.ly and SiteBuilder3 are a great match, as they each enable someone with zero design or coding expertise to produce compelling, rich-media websites," said Jeff Malkin, president of Encoding.com. "We are happy to partner with Webs to enable small businesses, worldwide, to leverage the power of video as part of their website design."

About Encoding.com

Encoding.com, the world's largest video encoding service and provider of Vid.ly, the universal video URL platform, powers thousands of companies, including leading brands across media and entertainment, eLearning, retail, telecommunications, lifestyle, and advertising.  Blending a flexible SaaS model, using cloud-computing platforms, Encoding.com enables publishers and developers to instantly scale, while eliminating expensive video infrastructure investments.  Encoding.com supports all popular web and mobile formats, utilizing its proprietary Encoding Intelligence(TM) to accelerate processing, reduce errors and optimize video for any device. Gartner recognized Encoding.com as a "Cool Vendor 2011."  For ongoing Company updates, please see http://blog.encoding.com or follow @encodingdotcom on Twitter.

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CONTACT: Frances Mann-Craik, Addison Marketing, frances@addisonmarketing.com, +1-408-868-9577

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

Negotiating Price Worst Part of Buying a New Car; Lowest Interest Rate Most Important Auto Financing Consideration, According to Consumers

CarFinance.com survey finds consumers apprehensive about new car price negotiations and low interest rates; offers car buying and auto finance tips to simplify process

IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- In part two of a recent survey from CarFinance.com, a website dedicated to providing lending to below-prime consumers and a resource for consumers seeking auto financing information, respondents ranked negotiating the sales price as the worst part of buying a new car (62 percent), while getting the lowest possible interest rate was ranked as the most important part of the auto financing process.

The snapshot survey, which was conducted online among over 2,000 consumers(1), also found that arranging/negotiating financing ranked as the second-worst part of buying a new car (57 percent) behind negotiating price, while getting the lowest possible interest rate (37 percent) and lowest monthly payment (30 percent) trumped other important factors such as convenience and privacy... even getting approved. 

"Despite a positive lending climate and a surge in new car sales this year, the challenges of getting the best price and interest rate still preoccupy car buyers," said Jim Landy, CEO of CarFinance.com. "These factors shouldn't roadblock someone from getting the car they want, however. A little bit of homework can really help expand a consumer's auto purchase and finance options, especially in this post-recession upswing." 

CarFinance.com Survey Highlights

When asked to rank the facets of their last car buying experience on a scale of 1 - 4 (with 1 being "best" and 4 being "worst") respondents indicated researching vehicle makes and models and shopping and test driving were the best at 66 percent and 60 percent respectively. Negotiating the car sale/price and arranging/negotiating financing were ranked worst at 62 percent and 57 percent respectively. 

The Best and Worst of Buying a Car

            Researching vehicle makes and Shopping and test driving Arranging /negotiating the Negotiating the car sale/
                        models                                               financing                   price
             ----------------------------- ------------------------- -------------------------- -------------------------
      Best                              66%                       15%                        11%                        8%
      ----                             ---                       ---                        ---                       ---
     Second                             18%                       60%                        12%                       10%
     ------                            ---                       ---                        ---                       ---
      Third                              8%                       15%                        57%                       20%
      -----                            ---                       ---                        ---                       ---
      Worst                              9%                        9%                        20%                       62%
      -----                            ---                       ---                        ---                       ---
When asked what was most important regarding the auto financing process, over two-thirds of respondents said the lowest possible interest rate and lowest monthly payment were most important (37 and 30 percent respectively), above other considerations such as saving time, getting approved or privacy.

The Most Important Part of Car Financing

     37%               Lowest possible interest
                       rate
    ---                ------------------------
     30%              Lowest monthly payment
    ---               ----------------------
     14%               Saving time /a simple,
                       straight forward process
    ---                ------------------------
     13%              Getting approved
    ---               ----------------
     6%               Anonymity and Privacy
    ---               ---------------------
New Car Buying and Financing Tips

CarFinance.com offers consumers the following tips to help simplify the new car buying and financing process.

1)  Do your vehicle homework.

Build and price your new car online ahead of time and be open to comparing similar makes and models since you may find a comparable vehicle for less money.  After your test drive, use the Internet to check local dealer inventory for price and availability and be sure to research any current offers or special rebates for the specific make and model you're interested in buying. 

2)  Do your financing homework.

Comparison-shop available finance rates, so you don't have to rely solely on the dealer's interest rate (which could end up meaning you lose any 'great' deal you have negotiated on the car's price). Use online calculators to figure out what you can actually afford each month, what the monthly payment would be on a range of loan amounts with varying interest rates. Approach it like a research project, and it will pay off. Online research isn't just the best psychological weapon, it's also the best way to ensure that you will make the right vehicle and lender decision and get a good deal.

3)  Secure an auto loan ahead of time.

Get approved for an auto loan before you visit the dealership. Negotiations about sales price are usually always easier and more successful if you have cash in hand. Even if you secure a loan through the dealer, get approved ahead of time to eliminate the extra time and work of qualifying there. Direct lender CarFinance.com, which specializes in auto financing services for the below prime consumer, offers a convenient, private, virtually paperless loan application process and timely approvals online. 

Landy noted that credit markets have significantly improved for people with below prime credit who now represent almost half (46 percent)(2) of the auto loan origination market. In July 2012, below-prime approvals were up 24-plus percent.(3)

"We understand the concerns expressed by consumers about the financing process which is why we dedicated CarFinance.com to both empowering consumers in the auto financing process and making it easier, more comfortable and hassle-free...all while helping them find that all important low rate," said Landy.  "The rebounding economy means credit opportunities for all borrowers have significantly improved, and consumers who legitimately can be approved for auto loans should not be left out simply because they fear the process."

(1) Survey methodology:  Survey of 2,011 U.S. Consumers aged 18+, conducted electronically from June 20-July 19, 2012.

(2) Equifax data for 2010-2011, cited March 2012:
http://news.equifax.com/index.php?s=18010&item=126087

(3) According to CNW Research cited in an article from F&I and Showroom on July 24, 2012:
http://www.fi-magazine.com/News/Story/2012/07/Uptick-in-Subprime-Approvals-Helping-July-Sales.aspx

About CarFinance.com

CarFinance.com's (http://www.carfinance.com) management has helped hundreds of thousands of consumers with less-than-perfect credit purchase a quality, late-model vehicle. Its mission is to empower the growing ranks of below-prime new and used car shoppers by providing a time- and money-saving way to get their car loan pre-approved before they hit the dealership. Through CarFinance.com car shoppers can apply for a new or used car loan, or potentially lower their existing car loan payments through refinancing, from the comfort of home - and because the entire process is completed online directly with the lender, personal information is kept private, safe and secure. CarFinance.com enables car shoppers to walk into the dealership with their financing in place and their heads held high, and secure a better deal by confidently negotiating price as if they were "cash buyers." The site also provides consumers with easy-to-use finance empowerment tools and content, such as calculators, articles, tips and advice.

CarFinance.com is led by the team that built Triad Financial, one of the largest non-prime U.S. auto finance companies, and is headquartered in Irvine, California.

Media contacts:
Melanie Webber, mWEBB Communications, (424) 603-4340, melanie@mwebbcom.com
Angela Jacobson, mWEBB Communications, (714) 454-8776, angela@mwebbcom.com

SOURCE  CarFinance.com

CarFinance.com

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

Free Adaptive Tablet Courses in Engineering and Management ? Tata McGraw Hill, Vriti, Micromax

NOIDA, India, August 22, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    Tata McGraw-Hill Education, a leading global publisher and Vriti, a Smart Education
Platform company announced a partnership to launch free, online 'Smart Courses' for
Engineering and Management students on tablet devices, which will be made available
globally. These pre-bundled courses will be available on the Micromax Funbook, India's
most popular e-learning tablet.

    Smart Courses combine world-leading education content from Tata McGraw-Hill on the
platform developed by Vriti. These would contain e-books, assignments, videos, multimedia,
detailed assessments & personalized tips wrapped in an intelligent lesson plan. The course
will also create student edu-social communities per course on the cloud globally. The
pre-bundled short summarized courses will be upgradable to the full 'Smart Course'
offering through e-payments on the tablet. The partnership plans to introduce over 100
free courses in the higher education segments of Engineering and Management. The platform
will adapt the content while adhering to the syllabus of several technical universities in
India and abroad making it relevant for a broad group of students. The first set of
courses are planned for release in early September.

    Ajay Shukla, Managing Director at Tata McGraw-Hill Education said, "We are excited
about this innovative partnership that puts the power of learning in the hands of the
students and gives anytime, anywhere access to our acclaimed education content and
resources. We believe that the partnership can contribute significantly to improving
learning outcomes and enhance the learning experience of students."

    Deepak Mehrotra, CEO, Micromax commented, "Tablets have huge potential in the
education sector. Funbook, our 7" version of the device came packed with content targeted
towards early learners. The focus with the upcoming 10" Funbook Pro is going to be on
higher education and for the same we have tied-up with Tata McGraw Hill and Vriti. Our
tie-up will strengthen the content on the device for management and engineering students
who will be able to access the due supported content. This association will open up
opportunities for students across the globe to get access to valuable content."

    Swapnil Shrivastav, Founder and MD, Vriti added, "We are very excited to work with
Tata McGraw Hill to provide access to such expensive and high quality summarized content
to students for free. With our smart platform we bring the interactivity, peer
communication and self-paced pedagogy required to convert a static book into an adaptive
and personalized course. With affordable and quality hardware like Micromax Funbook, this
is a viral solution for students globally."

    About Tata McGraw-Hill Education

    Tata McGraw-Hill Education is the market leading provider of educational materials
serving the School, Higher Education, Professional and Healthcare markets.

    A joint-venture between the Tata Group and McGraw-Hill Companies, Tata McGraw-Hill
Education addresses virtually every aspect of the education market from Pre-K through
Professional Learning. McGraw-Hill Education is a content, software, and services-based
education company that draws on its more than 100 years of educational expertise to offer
solutions, which improve learning outcomes around the world. It is the adaptive education
technology leader with the vision for creating a highly personalized learning experience
that prepares students of all ages for the world that awaits. Using traditional materials,
online learning and multimedia tools, we empower the growth of teachers, professionals and
students of all ages.

    About Vriti

    Vriti is a Smart Education Platform company. It uses its large student assessment data
to create personalized adaptive learning experience for students and an open digital
marketplace for authors globally. It brings authors, schools/coaching centers/colleges and
students together using its patent pending platform on the Tablet and on the Browser. 300
odd smart courses cater to competition, curriculum, language, IT and higher Education in
multiple languages. There are 200+ million questions analyzed, over 1 million web posts on
our communities, 900+ business partners in 121 cities in India.

    Primary Media Contact: Ruchi, ruchi@vriti.com, 91-120-4666541, 91-120-4666541

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'Show & Tell with Switch & Go' Video Contest Launches Today; One Winning Video will Air on a VTech Commercial on Nickelodeon

VTech Unleashes Full Line of Switch & Go Dinos and Inspires Kids to Transform Their Imaginations

CHICAGO, Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- VTech Electronics North America, LLC (http://www.VTechKids.com) is bringing bigger roars to the toy vehicle aisle as Attila the Ankylosaurus, Span the Spinosaurus and Brok the Brachiosaurus join the other award-winning Switch & Go Dinos on shelves today. All seven durable, unique and collectable Switch & Go Dinos are now available both online and in store at all major retailers, ranging in price from $15.99 to $49.99. In conjunction with the full launch of the toys, VTech is unveiling the 'Show & Tell with Switch & Go' video contest, which encourages children to use their imaginations to discover the ultimate dinosaur and car combination toy.

To view the multimedia assets, please click: http://www.multivu.com/mnr/57706-vtech-kids-show-tell-switch-go-dinos-video-contest-nickelodeon

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"VTech has combined technology, learning and fun to create the ultimate children's toy, Switch & Go Dinos. Our starter Switch & Go Dinos were extremely well received, and we're thrilled to unleash the remaining dinos, Attila, Span and Brok," said Tom McClure, Director of Marketing for VTech Electronics North America. "These toys provide kids with a totally unique, interactive and fun play experience ultimately transforming their imaginations. And we're excited to have the fun continue with our 'Show & Tell with Switch & Go' video contest, which encourages kids to use their imaginations to design their very own toy inspired by our Switch & Go Dinos."

The ultimate kids toy designed for ages 3-9, VTech's Switch & Go Dinos provides a unique 2-in-1 play experience, as all seven toys easily transform back and forth between dinosaur and vehicle in a few simple steps. Each Switch & Go Dino comes equipped with a customizable LCD screen allowing kids to personalize their play experience by choosing dinosaur eyes when in dinosaur mode and driver faces when in vehicle mode. Over 50 dinosaur and vehicle sound effects and educational dinosaur facts bring the toys to life, offering kids a personalized, immersive and enriching play experience.

About the 'Show & Tell with Switch & Go' Video Contest

To celebrate the official launch of the interactive toy line, VTech's 'Show & Tell with Switch & Go' video contest invites kids to create their own dinosaur and vehicle combinations that parents enter for the chance to win a kid's lifetime supply of educational VTech toys, plus a chance to see their video air on a VTech commercial on Nickelodeon during a private viewing party with all their friends and family in an ultimate Dino den transformed living room designed by VTech.

Contest Entry Phase

From August 22 - October 1, parents are encouraged to upload videos created by their children to the Dinos Contest Tab of the VTech Facebook Page. The contest asks parents to film a 30 second video of their child's home-made toy Dino creation which can be made by customizing their existing Switch & Go Dino or by drawing or building their own dinosaur/vehicle combination toy inspired by the line.

America Votes!

From October 8 - October 19, parents can visit the Dinos Contest tab on the VTech Facebook page to vote for the coolest, most creative and fiercest dino/vehicle combination toy. Those who vote for their favorite top 10 video will be entered into a sweepstakes for a chance to win one of 25 sets of the starter Switch & Go Dinos.

The Grand Prize

One grand prize winner, which will be announced in early November, will receive a kid's lifetime supply of educational toys from VTech, and a chance to see the video air on a VTech commercial on Nickelodeon during a viewing party with all their friends while sitting in their ultimate "Dino den" transformed living room.

To learn more about VTech's 'Show & Tell with Switch & Go" video contest, including the official contest rules and regulations, visit the Dinos Contest tab on the VTech Facebook page.         

The Switch & Go Dinos line features seven unique and collectable dinosaur/vehicle toys ranging from $15.99 to $49.99, including Brok the Brachiosaurus, Span the Spinosaurus, Attila the Ankylosaurus, Sliver the T-Rex, T-Don the Pteranodon, Tonn the Stegosaurus and Horns the Triceratops. All are available now at http://www.VTechKids.com, http://www.Amazon.com, http://www.Walmart.com, http://www.Target.com and http://www.ToysRUs.com.

About VTech

VTech, the creator of the Electronic Learning Products (ELP) category and the award-winning V.Smile TV Learning System, is a world leader of age-appropriate learning toys. Since 1980, VTech has been developing high-quality, innovative educational products that enrich children's development, from birth to preteen, through fun and smart play.

VTech Electronics North America, LLC is based in Arlington Heights, Ill. VTech Electronics Ltd. is headquartered in Hong Kong with distribution throughout North America, Europe and Asia.

For more information on VTech's additional product lines, visit http://www.vtechkids.com/switchandgodinos, http://www.facebook.com/VTechtoys on Facebook, or follow @VTechToys on Twitter. Also, be sure to follow our ultimate Switch & Go Dino Brok the Brachiosaurus on Twitter @Broksays.   

Media Contact:
Jennifer Kron
GolinHarris
(312) 729-4040
jkron@golinharris.com

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TeleCommunication Systems to Present at the 2012 Gateway Conference on September 6

ANNAPOLIS, Md., Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. (TCS) (NASDAQ:TSYS), a world leader in highly reliable and secure mobile communication technology, has been invited to present at the 2012 Gateway Conference being held on September 6 at the W San Francisco Hotel.

TCS management is scheduled to present at 12:30 p.m. Pacific time, with one-on-one meetings held throughout the day. Management will discuss the company's progress, including its acquisition of Next Generation 9-1-1 leader, microDATA GIS, which strengthened TCS' public safety communications set and distribution.

For additional information or to schedule a one-on-one meeting with TCS management, please visit http://www.gateway-conference.com and click on the Register/Login tab. You may also email your request to schedule@gateway-conference.com or call 949-574-3860.

About the Gateway Conference   
The Gateway Conference is designed to provide a unique gateway between influential members of the investment community and a select group of compelling publicly-traded companies. Portfolio managers, research analysts and brokers from buy-side and sell-side institutions will have the opportunity to learn about more than 50 emerging growth companies across a broad range of industries, from technology, business services, and digital media, to clean-tech, consumer/retail, life sciences and natural resources. For more information, visit http://www.gateway-conference.com.

The invitation-only conference is hosted by Liolios Group, one of the nation's top investor relations agencies, and sponsored by leading firms that service the financial community. For more information about Liolios Group, visit http://www.liolios.com.

About TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.   
TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. (TCS) (NASDAQ: TSYS) is a world leader in highly reliable and secure mobile communication technology. TCS infrastructure forms the foundation for market leading solutions in E9-1-1, text messaging, commercial location and deployable wireless communications. TCS is at the forefront of new mobile cloud computing services providing wireless applications for navigation, hyper-local search, asset tracking, social applications and telematics. Millions of consumers around the world use TCS wireless apps as a fundamental part of their daily lives. Government agencies utilize TCS' cyber security expertise, professional services, and highly secure deployable satellite solutions for mission-critical communications. Headquartered in Annapolis, MD, TCS maintains technical, service and sales offices around the world. To learn more about emerging and innovative wireless technologies, visit http://www.telecomsys.com.

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    Company Contacts:
    Tom Brandt                      Scott Liolios or Matt Glover
    Senior Vice President and CFO   Investor Relations
    TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. Liolios Group
    Tel 410-280-1001                Tel 949-574-3860
    tbrandt@telecomsys.com          info@liolios.com
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Ustream Launches "Broadcast for Friends," First Live Video iPhone App for Facebook with R&B Superstar Trey Songz

Free New App Transforms Facebook Timeline into a Personal, Live Broadcast Network

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Ustream announced today the availability of its newest free mobile iPhone app Broadcast for Friends (BFF) on iTunes. BFF is the first iPhone app that lets users instantly broadcast unlimited live video to their friends on Facebook Timeline. During a live broadcast, friends' Facebook comments are displayed in real-time to the BFF broadcaster. BFF also allows the broadcaster to change the look and feel of the live video with 10 Hollywood-inspired filters like "Maltese" (saturated black and white), "Vendetta" (prominent reds) and "Valentino" (silent film look). The free iOS app is available by visiting http://bit.ly/RdrPks. To view a demo of BFF in action, please visit http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/24753525/theater.

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Today, R&B superstar Trey Songz announced he will be going live via the Broadcast for Friends app from his personal Facebook page on Sunday, August 26 at 7:00 p.m. PT/10:00 p.m. ET to celebrate the release of his new album Chapter V.

Click to Tweet: @Ustream launches Broadcast for Friends, BFF, first live-video iPhone app for #Facebook #UstreamBFF http://bit.ly/RdrPks

"Ustream has always been the first to bring live, mobile broadcasting products to market, revolutionizing the way people share life experiences," said Brad Hunstable, CEO and co-founder of Ustream. "Our unique broadcast technology enables Ustream to combine powerful live video events with the powerful reach of Facebook. The live aspect is what really makes BFF special; at the end of the day you would much rather see a concert live, in-the-moment rather than a recorded version."

Ustream shipped the first mobile broadcasting app, Broadcaster, for the iPhone in 2009 and for Android in 2010. With this announcement, Ustream extends its leadership into the rapidly growing intersection of mobile and social live video. Ustream's goal for Broadcast for Friends is to empower non-professional, everyday people to broadcast what they believe to be newsworthy, live to their world.

How it Works
The Broadcast for Friends app makes it very easy for any iPhone user to share live "socialcasts" like weddings, concerts, graduations, PTA meetings, breaking news events or even the first time a toddler walks with all of their friends on Facebook. BFF users simply connect to their Facebook account through the app and then click the "Broadcast" button to stream live to their Facebook Timeline.

With a simple finger-swipe of the screen, users can choose among 10 movie-inspired filters to create the mood and ambience they desire for their event. Filter changes are visible in real-time to Facebook friends. Current filters include:

    --  Munchkin: Color style from Wizard of Oz
    --  Wonka: Purplish tint
    --  Chicago: Red flood
    --  Sundance: Old western-style
    --  Titan: Aqua green tint
    --  Requiem: Desaturated, sepia tones
    --  Vendetta: Prominent reds
    --  Valentino: Silent film look
    --  Maltese: Saturated black and white; Film noir
    --  Curiosity: Mars Rover orange tones
BFF users can easily set privacy settings for their socialcasts for friends-only, self-only or public. At the end of the broadcast, a recorded version of the video can be saved to the user's Facebook Timeline for on-demand viewing.

"Ustream's investment in network infrastructure and patented streaming technology allows us to scale millions of simultaneous broadcasts across the Facebook global social audience," notes Gyula Fehrer, CTO and co-founder of Ustream. "Only Ustream is able to deliver the massive scale required to support a consumer broadcast app like BFF."

Broadcast for Friends is available today as a free iOS app in iTunes. To get the app, simply visit http://bit.ly/RdrPks and Stream On! Follow Ustream's Broadcast for Friends on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BroadcastForFriends.

About Ustream
Ustream Inc. is the leader in live and interactive video streaming. The interactive platform connects broadcasters and viewers of unlimited size through innovative technology including co-hosting video features, IRC chat, Facebook, and Twitter. Ustream's free and premium solutions allow any broadcaster to create their own customizable channel with robust social and notification features to enhance visibility and virility across multiple platforms. In addition to activating the embeddable features on external websites, users are able to broadcast and view content while interacting in real-time directly from mobile phone devices, tablets, streaming players, smart TVs, and more. The company attracts millions of users ranging from music artists, celebrities, politicians, athletes, corporate executives, animal enthusiasts and gamers, all which have contributed to Ustream's Guinness World Record for the "Most Content Ingested by An Online Video Service." For more information, visit http://www.ustream.com and follow Ustream's socials: Twitter (@Ustream); Facebook (facebook.com/Ustream).

SOURCE  Ustream Inc.

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CONTACT: Tony Riggins, Ustream, triggins@ustream.tv, +1-415-489-9264, Angela Lestar, Schwartz MSL, ustream@schwartzmsl.com, +1-415-817-2500

Web Site: http://www.ustream.tv/

Great Images Are Now Trending: With Wi-Fi® Connectivity And A Powerful Android(TM) Platform, The New Nikon COOLPIX S800c Is The Easy Way To Instantly Capture, Create And Share

The New COOLPIX S800c Enhances the User's Connected Life, Letting Them Instantly Share Great Images From a Device That Includes Features Only a Camera Can Provide with the Ease and Versatility of a Smartphone or Tablet

MELVILLE, N.Y., Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Nikon Inc. announced the innovative COOLPIX S800c, Nikon's first Wi-Fi compact digital camera to incorporate Nikon's powerful camera imaging technologies and the boundless capabilities of an Android Operating System (OS). Designed for the always connected individual, the S800c delivers the high picture quality and superior performance expected from a Nikon camera coupled with communication functions and app-based versatility of a smartphone or tablet.

The new S800c answers the call for users who need the ability to capture photos and HD video with amazing clarity and color, yet offers a familiar portal to connect to social networks and popular imaging applications through an Android Operating System. With the introduction of the S800c, beautiful images can now be confidently and quickly shared with friends and family.

"With the new COOLPIX S800c, Nikon designed a camera for users looking to capture stunning images and videos with a compact digital camera but also want to share their content with their friends and family in a familiar way," said Bo Kajiwara, Vice President of Marketing, Planning and Customer Experience, Nikon Inc.  "Now users can connect easily and instantly with their social networks through the wireless connection, and take advantage of the vast possibilities of the Android Operating System. The new S800c is truly the easiest way to share amazing images on the spot."

Powerful Images Are What Connects Us

What sets the S800c apart from connected devices is the focus on the quality of images that people can share. Features such as the spectacular 10x NIKKOR zoom lens and the 16-megapixel CMOS sensor affords the ability to create photos and HD video with unrivaled sharpness and clarity, whether up-close or at a distance, even in challenging lighting conditions. The S800c helps users to create images they will be proud to share, while offering connectivity and additional benefits to users, including:

    --  Optical 10x Zoom NIKKOR Lens: covering from wide-angle 25-250mm, so
        either the largest group or action from afar is captured with clarity
        that can only be accomplished with a quality lens. Additionally, the
        lens is bolstered with Nikon's VR optical image stabilization for
        blur-free photos and stable HD video, even while handheld.
    --  16 Megapixel  Backside Illuminated (BSI) CMOS Sensor: Much larger than
        the CCD sensor traditionally found in smartphones or tablets, this BSI
        CMOS sensor excels in challenging lighting conditions, and provides
        images with vivid colors, low noise and exceptional contrast and
        sharpness.
    --  Powered by Android: The camera's connection features allow users to
        seamlessly connect, browse and upload to their social networks,
        including Google+(TM), Facebook and Twitter. Users can also take
        advantage of the full functionality of Android technology to surf the
        web or even download applications and games onto their S800c. Just like
        a smartphone or tablet device, the camera has the opportunity to run
        camera-specific photo and video applications, yet enables the various
        benefits of shooting with a real camera.
    --  Google Play(TM): The S800c provides access to a vast world of
        applications for games, productivity and personal communication/ email,
        including Nikon's photo storage and sharing site, my Picturetown®.
        Users are also able to watch video downloaded from Google Play right on
        their camera.
    --  The Benefits of COOLPIX Camera Technology: With the EXPEED C2 processing
        engine, users will enjoy rapid response and speedy performance from
        their device. Additional benefits include the ability to use a camera
        flash to illuminate subjects, while continuous drive mode captures up to
        approximately 8 frames-per-second (up to three shots) to help ensure no
        moment will be missed. What's more, a variety of scene modes and
        creative filters keep it fresh and let the user easily create stunning
        images.
    --  Full HD Video: The S800c makes it easy to capture Full HD 1080p HD video
        with amazing fidelity and sharpness, with full stereo sound.  Video
        clips can be instantly uploaded to popular video sites such as
        YouTube(TM) and Vimeo®.
    --  Built in GPS: Ever wanted to track a weekend excursion or geo-tag a hard
        to find shooting spot? The GPS function enables recording of shooting
        location information on stills and movies.
Easy Settings, Easy Connection, Instant Gratification

Smartphone and tablet users will feel at home with the S800c's familiar controls and operation, and will be able to easily navigate using the wide and bright 3.5-inch touchscreen OLED monitor.  The camera will connect to the internet via granted access to any Wi-Fi network. Upon connection, the user will be prompted through an easy-to-understand set-up process, similar to that of other Android devices. The COOLPIX S800c also has the ability to connect through WPS for a fast and secure push-button connection.  Additionally, when a Wi-Fi connection is not open or available, the camera can transmit images and videos wirelessly to a smartphone or tablet, allowing the user to share better images through a mobile network.

COOLPIX core technologies also make it easy for users to create share-worthy images. Various camera modes help the user achieve the greatest shot, whether it's a macro shot of tonight's cuisine or a scenic HDR shot of downtown, the image is instantly ready to share. For maximum creativity, the S800c has 18 filter effects, including the new Toy Camera effect, Pop and Super Vivid color filters, as well as Cross Process and Peripheral Darkening filters.

Price and Availability

The S800c will be available in September 2012 in both White and Black for a suggested retail price (SRP) of $349.95*. For more information about this COOLPIX camera, or other Nikon products, please visit http://www.nikonusa.com.

About Nikon

Nikon, At the Heart of the Image(TM). Nikon Inc. is the world leader in digital imaging, precision optics and photo imaging technology and is globally recognized for setting new standards in product design and performance for its award-winning consumer and professional photographic equipment. Nikon Inc. distributes consumer and professional digital SLR cameras, NIKKOR® optics, Speedlights and system accessories; Nikon COOLPIX® compact digital cameras; 35mm film SLR cameras; Nikon software products and Nikon sports and recreational optics as well as the new Nikon 1 advanced camera with interchangeable lens system. In 2012, production of NIKKOR lenses surpassed 70 million, creating a new milestone in Nikon's heritage of superior optics. For more information, dial (800) NIKON-US or visit http://www.nikonusa.com, which links all levels of photographers to the Web's most comprehensive photo learning and sharing communities. Connect with Nikon and other photographers on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/nikon and get the latest news and information from Twitter by following @NikonUSA.

*SRP (Suggested Retail Price) listed only as a suggestion. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.

Specifications, equipment and release dates are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.

Android, Google Play, Google+, YouTube and other marks are trademarks of Google Inc.

Facebook® is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc.

Twitter® is a registered trademark of Twitter Inc.

Wi-Fi® and the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance

All Nikon trademarks are the property of Nikon Corporation

SOURCE  Nikon Inc.

Nikon Inc.

CONTACT: Geoff Coalter, gcoalter@mww.com, or Matt Kopacz, mkopacz@mww.com, +1-201-507-9500, both of MWW Group, for Nikon, press.nikonusa.com

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

Nikon's Compact COOLPIX P7700 Combines First-Class Image Quality, Top-Tier Optics And Unparalleled Creative Control

Nikon's New Flagship COOLPIX Camera Sets the Standard for Performance, Versatility and Functionality for Those Who Expect The Best and Need The Convenience of a Compact

MELVILLE, N.Y., Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- For the compact camera user only satisfied with the very best, today Nikon Inc. introduced its new flagship COOLPIX camera, the P7700. This powerful and versatile point-and-shoot camera features a sharp 7.1x zoom NIKKOR ED glass lens with a maximum aperture of f/2 and a 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor. Conveniently compact and loaded with innovative features and manual controls, the COOLPIX P7700 will capture still images and Full HD 1080p video with stunning sharpness and vivid color, whether used as the ultimate go-to travel camera or D-SLR companion.

The COOLPIX P7700 is ideal for those looking for a compact camera with high performance and a complete feature set which will allow them to capture high quality still photos and Full HD video. For photographers looking to step up from traditional point-and-shoot cameras to professionals who crave complete creative control, the P7700 offers one of the most comprehensive feature sets available in its class. Featuring a new 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor, a high-performance NIKKOR lens and full manual control settings, Nikon's new flagship COOLPIX camera can unleash a photographer's inner creativity and inspire truly magnificent images.

"Nikon's new COOLPIX P7700 pushes the boundaries of traditional point-and-shoot cameras, offering stunning image quality and fast performance along with the freedom to customize every shot," said Bo Kajiwara, Vice President of Marketing, Planning and Customer Experience, Nikon Inc. "Nikon's flagship COOLPIX P7700 is a powerful and versatile companion that consistently delivers incredible results in various shooting scenarios."

Exceptional Clarity, Powerful Performance
The COOLPIX P7700 sports a large 1/1.7-in 12.2-megapixel backside illumination (BSI) CMOS sensor that offers excellent tonal range and vivid color reproduction.  Additionally, high-speed image processing helps achieve fast continuous shooting at approximately eight frames-per-second (up to six continuous shots) affording the ability to freeze a fleeting moment with exacting precision. The P7700 delivers extremely rapid performance from a quick startup time to lightning-fast autofocus recognition to help ensure the moment is captured.

The P7700's high-performance 7.1x zoom f/2 NIKKOR glass lens is equally as essential in providing the very best clarity and sharpness that professional photographers have come to expect from Nikon. With a large maximum aperture of f/2, the optics cover an equivalent range from 28 to 200mm, allowing for tack-sharp images and HD video throughout the entire focal range. An evolved Lens-Shift Vibration Reduction (VR) function minimizes camera shake for shooting blur-free photos while handheld or in challenging light. Combined with the COOLPIX P7700's powerful CMOS sensor, this bright, large-aperture NIKKOR lens provides reduced noise, beautiful background blurring, fast performance and high image quality whether shooting stills or Full HD video.

Uncompromising Creative Control
Every photo and HD video is truly in the hands of the photographer, as the P7700 offers unprecedented creative control for its class, from easy automatic options to full manual controls. For even more control in users' images, the COOLPIX P7700 supports RAW shooting, providing the ability to capture and edit uncompressed images without losing image quality. Customizing every shot has never been easier as Nikon's flagship COOLPIX camera features full manual control (PSAM) and 19 unique and versatile Scene Modes and Scene Auto Selector, ready for any shooting scenario. In-camera special effects and filter effects such as Nostalgic Sepia, Vivid and Painting help satisfy amateurs and enthusiasts alike. With the P7700, features like a noise reduction filter, tone level information, COOLPIX Picture Control and versatile bracketing functions open the door for even more creative control and freedom when capturing still images. To capture the most amount of available light, users can also activate consecutive shot combining technology, or use the HDR effect for a wide dynamic range image.

Full HD Video Unleashed
Creativity continues beyond still images with stunning Full HD 1080p video capability combined with unprecedented movie customization options for its class. Capture HD video using Auto, Manual, Aperture-priority or Custom Movie Mode and enjoy several creative options also available for still shooting, including COOLPIX Picture Control and noise reduction while flexibly adjusting ISO sensitivity, shutter speed and white balance. 

Taking HD video to the next level, the COOLPIX P7700 is capable of intelligent autofocus while recording in any mode as well as optical zoom when shooting in Auto mode. For pristine stereo sound, the P7700 incorporates a built-in stereo microphone, an external microphone input, a HDMI mini connector and HDMI-CEC support.

Intuitive Operability
The P7700's 3-inch vari-angle LCD monitor, with a wide-viewing-angle and 921,000-dot resolution, offers comfortable shooting from any angle, giving the freedom and flexibility needed to capture every spontaneous moment. Whether shooting videos overhead at a concert or inverting the screen to capture a creative self-portrait, the vari-angle LCD of the P7700 provides users the ability to rotate the screen to adapt to any shooting scenario. The LCD screen can also be flipped closed for protection when not in use. 

Furthermore, the COOLPIX P7700's intuitive ergonomics and control system allows the user to easily access menus and manual controls, ensuring fluid operation. This lightweight point-and-shoot features quick menu, mode, exposure compensation and sub-command dials, all arranged to achieve natural and smooth shooting adjustments on the go. Additionally, the COOLPIX P7700 has a camera body composed of durable yet lightweight magnesium alloy.

Optional Accessories Expand Creative Control
The COOLPIX P7700 offers compatibility with several optional Nikon accessories for enthusiasts who demand versatility and first-class performance. Nikon's Creative Lighting System (CLS) supports advanced wireless lighting and creative flash shooting by controlling flash output independently for a master unit and a remote unit group. The P7700's hot shoe allows for compatibility with Nikon Speedlights (SB-910 and SB-700) as well as the GP-1 GPS unit and ME-1 external stereo microphone.

Price and Availability
The COOLPIX P7700 will be available in September 2012 for a suggested retail price (SRP) of $499.95*. For more information about this COOLPIX camera and other Nikon products, please visit http://www.nikonusa.com.

About Nikon
Nikon, At the Heart of the Image(TM). Nikon Inc. is the world leader in digital imaging, precision optics and photo imaging technology and is globally recognized for setting new standards in product design and performance for its award-winning consumer and professional photographic equipment. Nikon Inc. distributes consumer and professional digital SLR cameras, NIKKOR optics, Speedlights and system accessories; Nikon COOLPIX® compact digital cameras; 35mm film SLR cameras; Nikon software products and Nikon sports and recreational optics as well as the new Nikon 1 advanced camera with interchangeable lens system. In 2012, production of NIKKOR lenses surpassed 70 million, creating a new milestone in Nikon's heritage of superior optics. For more information, dial (800) NIKON-US or visit http://www.nikonusa.com, which links all levels of photographers to the Web's most comprehensive photo learning and sharing communities. Connect with Nikon and other photographers on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/nikon and get the latest news and information from Twitter by following @NikonUSA.

*SRP (Suggested Retail Price) listed only as a suggestion. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.
Specifications, equipment and release dates are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.

SOURCE  Nikon Inc.

Nikon Inc.

CONTACT: MWW Group, Geoff Coalter, gcoalter@mww.com, or Alex Kruse, akruse@mww.com, both at +1-201-507-9500, press.nikonusa.com

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

Hexaware Technologies to Address Absence Management Implementation and Payroll Processing at Quest Reconnect Event on August 28-29

Hexaware to speak on two panels and exhibit at PeopleSoft modular event

HARTFORD, Conn., Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Hexaware Technologies, a leading global provider of IT and BPO services, today announced that it will be speaking at two sessions, entitled "Absence Management Implementation Experience for a Global Media Conglomerate" and "Efficient Payroll Processing = Happy Employees" at the upcoming Quest Reconnect Event at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford, Connecticut, on August 27-29, 2012. Hexaware will also be exhibiting at the event.

    Session One:

    TITLE:        "Absence Management Implementation
                  Experience for a Global Media
                  Conglomerate"

    WHEN:        Tuesday, August 28, at 4:30 p.m. ET

    WHERE:        Connecticut Convention Center,
                  Hartford, Connecticut

    WHO:          Muttu Thirumalai, Senior Peoplesoft
                  Consultant for Hexaware Technologies

    WHAT:         This module has been implemented to
                  supplement T and L module within
                  PeopleSoft to provide a single
                  comprehensive solution for time and
                  absence tracking, processing as well
                  for leave entitlements and accrual
                  processing. This fully integrates
                  with HR and T & L modules allowing
                  rules based entitlements and takes
                  (absence) processing for all of the
                  global media conglomerate's
                  employees (including international
                  employees). Learn how this
                  innovative solution gives control
                  over absence planning & compensation
                  operations and how the global media
                  conglomerate leveraged the employee
                  and manager self-service
                  capabilities to track all absences
                  for their complex workforce.

    Session Two:

    TITLE:        "Efficient Payroll Processing = Happy
                  Employees"

    WHEN:        Wednesday, August 29, 1:30 p.m. ET

    WHERE:        Connecticut Convention Center,
                  Hartford, Connecticut

    WHO:          Karthik Natarajan, Senior Peoplesoft
                  Consultant

    WHAT:         A smooth running payroll means a
                  smoother running business and
                  happier employees. But as companies
                  grow, change and merge, payroll
                  becomes increasingly complex. In
                  this session, Hexaware will help you
                  overcome today's payroll challenges
                  as well as identify new ways of
                  efficiency. From improving overall
                  payroll processes, to streamlining
                  garnishment processing to new
                  insights on enhanced retro pay
                  processing - Learn how to run
                  payroll easier. Need help with
                  software integration? Is year-end
                  processing overwhelming? Looking to
                  improve payroll and tax processing?
                  This presentation will help answer
                  your payroll questions and more.
Hexaware will also be exhibiting at booth #13 at the event. To schedule a meeting at the Quest
Reconnect Event, contact events@hexaware.com.

About Hexaware Technologies

Hexaware Technologies is a global provider of IT and Process outsourcing services. We focus exclusively on maximizing client returns from outsourcing and off-shoring. We have extensive experience in managing large IT applications in real time as well as in providing high value services around packaged enterprise applications such as SAP and PeopleSoft.

Our experience in the business process outsourcing arena fully complements and strengthens our service spectrum and allows us to operate as an enterprise-class solution delivery company. Our solutions aim to provide high value by optimising cost of ownership of technology investments for customers.

SOURCE  Hexaware Technologies

Hexaware Technologies

CONTACT: Esther Burciaga, onechocolate communications for Hexaware Technologies, Tel: +1 415 989 9803, Email: estherb@onechocolatecomms.com

Web Site: http://hexaware.com

Technology Integrators Name Wilson Electronics' Cellular Signal Booster a 'Best New Product Award' Finalist

CEDIA professional organization tabs AG Pro-Installer signal booster among 30 new product finalists

ST. GEORGE, Utah, Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- An indoor signal booster from Wilson Electronics (http://www.WilsonElectronics.com), manufacturer of North America's top-selling line of cellular signal boosters, is one of 30 finalists in the Best New Product category of the 2012 Manufacturers Excellence Awards.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120814/CL56896LOGO)

CEDIA, the industry association for professionals who design and install home technology, named the Wilson AG Pro-Installer a finalist for the award which recognizes the top new products in the residential electronic systems industry. The competition honors innovation and creativity and helps illustrate the many ways technology enhances the home.

For a complete list of CEDIA 2012 Manufacturers Excellence Awards finalists, visit http://www.cepro.com/article/cedia_names_2012_manufacturers_excellence_awards_finalists/K297.

"With all the outstanding technologies and devices available for the home today, we are thrilled to have the AG Pro-Installer recognized along side such excellent products," said Laine Matthews, Wilson's director of business development. "It's truly an honor for the AG Pro-Installer to be named a Best New Product finalist in CEDIA's 2012 Manufacturers Excellence Awards."   

The AG Pro-Installer boosts voice and data cellular signals and is designed for professional installation in larger buildings. Benefits include significantly extended signal range for cellular devices indoors, reliable connection even in areas of weak signal, fewer dropped connections and no-service "dead zones," better voice quality, faster 3G data transfer rates and improved battery life.

Winners of CEDIA's 2012 Manufacturers Excellence Awards will be announced at a press conference Friday, Sept. 7 and recognized at the Electronic Lifestyles Awards Banquet on Sept. 8. Both events are to be held in conjunction with CEDIA Expo 2012 in Indianapolis.

Wilson Electronics will exhibit Sept. 5-8 at CEDIA Expo 2012 in booth 1325 of the Indiana Convention Center. Wilson also will present a training seminar focused on installing signal boosters at 4:30 pm. Friday, Sept. 7. To register visit http://www.cedia.net/expo/2012-att-register.php. Course code for the training seminar is MPT1115.

About Wilson Electronics, Inc.
Wilson Electronics, Inc., a leader in the wireless communications industry for more than 40 years, designs and manufactures a wide variety of cell phone signal boosters, antennas and related components that significantly improve cellular communication in mobile, indoor, and machine-to-machine (M2M) applications. All Wilson products are engineered, assembled and tested in the company's U.S.-based headquarters. Wilson boosters fully comply with FCC regulations for cellular devices and are FCC type accepted and Industry Canada certificated. Wilson Electronics has developed and patented microprocessor-controlled signal booster technology, which protects cell sites by preventing network interference due to oscillation or site overload. For more information, visit http://www.wilsonelectronics.com.

SOURCE  Wilson Electronics, Inc.

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Wilson Electronics, Inc.

CONTACT: Jonathan Bacon, Wilson Electronics, +1-435-673-5021 (o), +1-801-660-7820 (c), jbacon@wilsonelectronics.com; or Torin Roher, Roher Public Relations, +1-818-887-8838 (o), troher@roherpr.com

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

Custom Furniture Grows Online as Nantuckit Furniture Releases 131 New Custom Fabric Options

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Nantuckit Furniture Company LLC (http://www.nantuckit.com) has released 131 new custom fabric options (http://nantuckit.com/cottage/newcottagefabrics2012part2.html) to meet the growing demand for highly customizable furniture options.

Now featuring over 400 custom fabric options for a wide variety of furniture styles in the Cottage style line alone (http://www.nantuckit.com/cottage/cottage.html), Nantuckit Furniture is the internet leader in custom slip-covered and upholstered furniture.

Increasing demand for custom, high-quality furniture at competitive pricing has seen continued growth as the economy of the U.S. continues to improve. Customers are seeking furniture that can match their rooms exactly how they wish. Nantuckit is able to provide a vast array of customizable options to meet anyone's needs. The much-loved swatch request program available at Nantuckit allows anyone to view their fabric selections at their leisure in their own home before purchasing to take the fear out of buying online.

Customer feedback continues to be very positive, with many of Nantuckit's customers sending fantastic reviews and pictures of their new furniture, which can be viewed on Nantuckit's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/nantuckitfurniturecompany

Nantuckit Furniture is an online retailer of high-quality custom furniture allowing customers to choose from a vast range of fabrics and styles to fit their needs.

Press Contact:
Brendan Conroy
Nantuckit Furniture Company LLC
brendan@nantuckit.com
http://www.nantuckit.com
877.760.9375

This press release was issued through eReleases® Press Release Distribution. For more information, visit http://www.ereleases.com.

SOURCE  Nantuckit Furniture Company LLC

Nantuckit Furniture Company LLC

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

Top Image Files for Patent for Full Page (Letter /A4) Mobile Imaging; Launches MobiFLOW for Capturing & Indexing Documents of Any Size Using a Mobile Device

Innovation enables capture and analysis of full page documents - such as insurance claim or healthcare forms

TEL AVIV, Israel, August 22, 2012/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

    Top Image Systems, Ltd. (TIS) (Nasdaq: TISA), a leading ECM (Enterprise Content
Management) intelligent content capture and delivery solutions provider, today announced
the filing for a patent regarding mobile capture capabilities for full page (letter/A4).
Existing solutions base mobile capture of pages on snapshots from the mobile device
camera. The images produced by this method are not high quality enough to enable further
processing of the document and automatic extraction of the information. The TIS invention
uses a unique image capturing process that allows stitching (called also "Mosaicking")
images to create a mosaic image of a document which is ready for text analysis and
indexing.

    (Logo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120822/557104 )

    TIS is using this technology to enhance its Mobile Capture offering beyond Remote
Deposit Capture (MobiCHECK) and bill payments (MobiPAY), and to be able to use a mobile
device to effectively capture and analyze full page forms - such as insurance claims or
healthcare forms. TIS is now offering MobiFLOW, a multipurpose mobile capture and
processing platform, providing a solution for capturing & Indexing any document of any
size using a mobile device (smartphone/tablet) and is based on our new patent.

    "We continue to innovate in the exciting area of mobile capture," says Dr. Ido
Schechter, CEO, Top Image Systems, "our new innovation enables us to provide solutions to
any enterprise which deals with various types of documents. Customers were frustrated by
the lack of high quality mobile capture for full page forms and documents - and today TIS
is able to offer the most effective full page mobile capture technology and answer our
customer needs."

    About Top Image Systems

    Top Image Systems(TM) (TIS(TM)) Ltd. is a leading innovator of enterprise solutions
for managing and validating content entering organizations from various sources. Whether
originating from mobile, electronic, paper or other sources, TIS solutions deliver content
across enterprise applications. TIS' eFLOW Platform is a common platform for the company's
solutions which is marketed in more than 40 countries through a multi-tier network of
distributors, system integrators, value-added resellers and strategic partners.

    Visit the company's website at http://www.TopImageSystems.com for more
information.

    The Top Image Systems logo is available at
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120822/557104.

    Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

    Certain matters discussed in this news release are forward-looking statements within
the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking
statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause
our actual results to be materially different from any future results expressed or implied
in those forward looking statements. Words such as "will," "expects," "anticipates,"
"estimates," and words and terms of similar substance in connection with any discussion of
future operating or financial performance identify forward-looking statements. These
statements are based on management's current expectations or beliefs and are subject to a
number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially
including, but not limited to, risks in product development, approval and introduction
plans and schedules, rapid technological change, customer acceptance of new products, the
impact of competitive products and pricing, the lengthy sales cycle, proprietary rights of
TIS and its competitors, risk of operations in Israel, government regulation, litigation,
general economic conditions and other risk factors detailed in the Company's most recent
annual report on Form 20-F and other subsequent filings with the United States Securities
and Exchange Commission. We are under no obligation to, and expressly disclaim any
obligation to, update or alter our forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new
information, future events or otherwise.

   
    Company Contact:

    Shelli Zargary
    Director of Corporate Marketing and Investor Relations
    shelli.zargary@topimagesystems.com
    +972-3-767-9114

    Investors:

    James Carbonara
    Regional Vice President, Hayden IR
    james@haydenir.com
    +1-646-755-7412

Photo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120822/557104

Source: Top Image Systems Ltd

Centigon Solutions, Inc. Releases GMaps Mobile Version 2

New version of mobile Location Intelligence platform adds full support for SAP BusinessObjects BI4.

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Centigon Solutions, Inc., a leader in Location Intelligence solutions for SAP BusinessObjects, today released to market GMaps Mobile V2.

The latest version of GMaps Mobile for iPad provides out of the box connectivity to the latest version of SAP BusinessObjects BI4 and to Google Docs. Customers can now create geographic analysis using on premise data and cloud data sources together, all within the GMaps Mobile App for iPad.

"As our customers mobilize their business intelligence investments, location awareness and mapping are critical requirements that we can now fulfill with ease thanks to GMaps Mobile V2," said Ryan Goodman, founder and CEO of Centigon Solutions. "GMaps Mobile V2 is a great foundation as we innovate forward and continue to evangelize the importance of Location Intelligence for mobile and operational business analysis."

GMaps Mobile V2 is designed to provide mobile workers fast and easy access to business analysis aligned to location. With an increasing demand in the enterprise for Location Intelligence, Centigon Solutions has combined consumer mapping and mobile devices, with enterprise class security, connectivity and analysis. GMaps Mobile is currently available for download in the Apple App store for iPad. A download link to the free GMaps Mobile App and information about GMaps Mobile Enterprise is available at http://gmapsmobile.com

About Centigon Solutions

Centigon Solutions Inc. creates interactive data visualization technology solutions for business information consumers. As thought leaders in dashboard and Web 2.0 technologies for the enterprise, Centigon Solutions is strategically focused on delivering Location Intelligence software solutions for desktop and mobile business applications and serves a worldwide customer base ranging from mid-sized to Fortune 500 companies across most industries and lines of business. Centigon Solutions Inc. is a privately held corporation based in San Diego California, founded in 2007.

iPad, iPhone, App Store, and Apple are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.

Business Objects, BusinessObjects and the Business Objects logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Business Objects in the United States and/or other countries. Business Objects is an SAP company.

All other product and service names mentioned are the trademarks of their respective companies.

Contact:
1 (800) 570-6806
pr@centigonsolutions.com

Photo(s):
http://www.prlog.org/11954171

SOURCE  Centigon Solutions, Inc.

Centigon Solutions, Inc.

Web Site: http://gmapsmobile.com

ZMDI, a Global Semiconductor Company, Announces the Release of the ZIOL2211 in a Wafer-Level Chip-Scale Package - A Cost-Effective High-Voltage Line Driver IC for the Smallest IO-Link Devices

DRESDEN, Germany, August 22, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    - With Photo

    ZMD AG (ZMDI [http://www.zmdi.com ]), a Dresden-based semiconductor company that
specializes in enabling energy-efficient [http://www.zmdi.com/energy-efficiency ]
solutions, today announces the release of the ZIOL2211 integrated circuit (IC), provided
in a wafer-level chip-scale package (WL-CSP). As a global supplier of analog and
mixed-signal solutions for automotive, industrial, medical, information technology and
consumer applications, ZMDI is pleased to introduce one of the smallest IO-Link compliant
line driver ICs on the market. The cost-effective ZIOL2211 WL-CSP driver has a
high-voltage I/O channel that meets the physical layer requirements of sensor and actuator
systems used in factory and process automation applications. The device is a member of
ZMDI's ZIOL2xxx line-driver IC family and targets small sensor and actuator devices.

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    "Within recent years, a trend toward smaller yet more powerful sensors and actuators
can be seen in process and factory automation. With IO-Link technology, especially our new
wafer-level chip-scale-package IC, the ZIOL2211, it has become easier to miniaturize
products," stated Bernhard Huber, Business Line Manager for Power and Analog at ZMDI
[http://www.zmdi.com ].

    ZMDI [http://www.zmdi.com ]'s ZIOL2211 WL-CSP high-voltage line driver is ideal for
all types of sensors and actuators used in harsh environments such as automation
applications. It provides a wide range of configurable system features. The driver is
fully programmable for settings ranging from slew rate and current to diagnostics
features.

    ZMDI's existing IO-Link tools [http://www.zmdi.com/products/io-link/io-link-tools ]
also support the ZIOL2211 WL-CSP. Using the same IC and development tools for all serial
I/O devices is highly beneficial as it saves design time and shortens time-to-market.
Furthermore, it greatly increases efficiency as it allows designers to apply a proven
design to a new product.

    The ZIOL2401 [http://www.zmdi.com/products/io-link/ziol2401 ] Starter and Lab Kit are
suitable for all ZIOL2xxx ICs including the ZIOL2211 WL-CSP. The application kit includes
an evaluation board and a Windows(R)-based configuration tool, with a USB interface
between the user's PC and the board. Developers can easily evaluate configurations and
save the results. In-system programming using the Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI)
standard is also supported, allowing for full customization after manufacturing.

    The ZIOL2211 WL-CSP's operating temperature range is -40degree(s)C to +85degree(s)C.
The IC comes in a very small space-saving 2.5mm x 2.5mm WL-CSP. Unit prices start at EUR
2.18/USD 3.05, in volumes of 1000 devices. Samples are available.

    Features and Benefits

    Compliant

   
    - Supports the IO-Link Specification V1.0 and V1.1

    Environmentally robust

   
    - Excellent for harsh industrial environments, -40degree(s)C to
      +85degree(s)C

    Efficient and effective

   
    - Excellent for small and miniaturized sensor or actuator devices
    - Cost efficient due to a very small PCB footprint

    Streamlined

   
    - Very small 2.5mm x 2.5mm WL-CSP

    About ZMDI

    Zentrum Mikroelektronik Dresden AG (ZMDI [http://www.zmdi.com ]) is a global supplier
of analog and mixed-signal semiconductors solutions for automotive, industrial, medical,
information technology and consumer applications. These solutions enable our customers to
create the most energy-efficient products in power management, lighting and sensors.

    For over 50 years, ZMDI has been globally headquartered in Dresden, Germany. With over
320 employees worldwide, ZMDI [http://www.zmdi.com ] serves its customers with sales
offices and design centers throughout Germany, Italy, Bulgaria, France, United Kingdom,
Ireland, Japan, Korea, Taiwan and the United States.

    See more at http://www.zmdi.com.

    The URL for this news release is http://www.zmdi.com/news/press-releases-news/
[http://www.zmdi.com/news/press-releases-news ]

    Note to Editors:

    A picture accompanying this release is available through the PA Photowire. It can be
downloaded from http://www.pa-mediapoint.press.net or viewed at
http://www.mediapoint.press.net or http://www.prnewswire.co.uk.

    A picture accompanying this release is available from the European Pressphoto Agency
(EPA). To view, go to http://www.epa.eu and log in using Username: prnewswire and
Password: guest01

    Contacts:

    Daniel Aitken, ZMDI Global Director of Corporate Marketing and Communications, T
+1-514-831-6722 daniel.aitken@zmdi.com

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Source: ZMDI

TechFaith 17VEE to Launch Mobile Games on China Mobile and China Telecom

BEIJING, Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- China TechFaith Wireless Communication Technology Limited (NASDAQ: CNTF) ("TechFaith" or the "Company") today announced it has gained approval to launch its 17VEE mobile games on China Mobile (0941.HK) and China Telecom (0728.HK), which have 670 million and 141 million, wireless subscribers in China, respectively. 

TechFaith will initially launch its popular 17VEE mobile games on both China Mobile and China Telecom. Customers will be able to access the games on their mobile phones by using an existing gaming option featured by the carriers. The 3 mobile games compatible with Google Android Platform are all scheduled to launch over the next 4 months.

Mr. Defu Dong, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of TechFaith, said, "China Mobile and China Telecom are two of the world's largest carriers, giving us what we believe to be an unparalleled opportunity to significantly expand our 17VEE gaming user base. This important development is another step in the continued evolution of our gaming business as we work to build the scale of this important asset." 

About TechFaith

TechFaith (NASDAQ: CNTF) has three primary businesses. Under the TechFaith umbrella, the Company is a leading global mobile solutions provider for the global mobile handsets market (previously called the ODP (Original Developed Product) business)). Under its TecFace brand, the Company is a leading developer of specialized mobile phones for differentiated market segments, including the rapidly growing smartphone market targeting wireless mobile phone network operators and end users; the Company also serves sports enthusiasts with a tailored line under the Jungle brand and the teen market under licensed brands. Under the Company's 17VEE brand, the Company has built a leading intellectual property based motion gaming business ranging from Bluetooth-enabled motion gaming controllers and software to a planned proprietary set-top motion game box. For more information, please visit http://www.techfaithwireless.com, http://www.17vee.com and http://www.798game.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "confident," "outlook" and similar statements. Among other things, the business outlook and strategic and operational plans of TechFaith and management quotations contain forward-looking statements. TechFaith may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Forms 20-F and 6-K, etc., in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about TechFaith's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, those risks outlined in TechFaith's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its annual report on Form 20-F. TechFaith does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

SOURCE  China TechFaith Wireless Technology Limited

China TechFaith Wireless Technology Limited

CONTACT: In China: Jay Ji of China TechFaith Wireless Communication Technology Limited at 86-10-5822-8390 or ir@techfaith.cn; In the US: David Pasquale of Global IR Partners at +1 914-337-8801 or cntf@globalirpartners.com

Web Site: http://www.798game.com

Bad Boy Records Signs Viral Sensation Megan Nicole

Teen Singer Prepping Debut Album

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Megan Nicole, the 18 year old singing sensation who has earned more than 1,000,000 YouTube subscribers thanks to 250,000,000-plus views of her covers of pop songs such as "Call Me Maybe" and "The Lazy Song", and her own original "B-e-a-utiful," has been signed to Bad Boy Records, it was announced today by Bad Boy founder Sean "Diddy" Combs and President Harve Pierre.  The Texas native is currently recording new songs for what promises to be a highly anticipated debut album on Bad Boy/Interscope.  Having recently wrapped a set of international concerts--including stops in Vancouver, Brussels, Berlin, and Paris--Megan will embark on a US tour with The Wonder Girls, planned for fall 2012.

"Megan is a great person, amazing artist and an enormous talent all around," said Pierre. "She has done an incredible job on building a solid fan base and we are here to enhance that and ensure her dreams come true. Welcome home Megan Nicole."

"Megan Nicole is a complete package that I am extremely excited to add to the Bad Boy roster.  She is a talented singer, songwriter, musician and entertainer," said Diddy. "Megan Nicole is a perfect fit for the new future at Bad Boy."

Born in Houston and raised in Katy, TX, Megan sang and played piano for her church's youth group before adding guitar to her repertoire.  In December 2009, the high school student debuted by posting on YouTube a cover of the Kings of Leon's "Use Somebody" featuring her singing and playing acoustic guitar.  Since then, her cover of Bruno Mars' "The Lazy Song" has attracted more than 31 million views, Carly Rae Jepsen's "Call Me Maybe" 7 million-plus, Maroon 5's "Payphone" 5 million-plus, One Direction's "What Makes You Beautiful" 4 million-plus and many more.  Most significantly, when Megan released her debut original song "B-e-a-utiful" in 2011, the Kurt Schneider directed video scored more than 17 million views.  The "B-e-a-utiful" single is now available at digital retailers.

Website:  http://www.megannicolemusic.com
Itunes link: http://smarturl.it/MeganNicoleBeautiful
Link to B-e-a-utiful video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Rvjfm5FYHM
Twitter: @megannicole

SOURCE  Interscope Records

Interscope Records

CONTACT: Yvette Gayle, Interscope/Geffen/A&M, Yvette.Gayle@umusic.com; Randy Henderson, Interscope/Geffen/A&M, Randy.Henderson@umusic.com

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

VITEC to Present Innovative Proxy & Portable Recorders, Mobile Streaming, OTT, NLE-Project Archive and More at IBC 2012

PARIS, Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- VITEC, a worldwide leading provider of powerful digital video, invites you to get acquainted with the exciting new products that we've added to our line-up of end-to-end media solutions. Visit our booth at the 2012 IBC Show in Hall 7, #J31 from September 7 to 11 in the Amsterdam RAI convention center to see these products and more.

VITEC will present live demonstrations of its innovative, advanced video products:

    --  PROXY RECORDING: Focus FS-P250 Proxy Recorder for Panasonic AG-HPX250
        AVC-intra camera with streaming and support for cloud-based proxy
        workflows
    --  PORTABLE RECORDING: Focus FS-T2001 next generation portable media
        recorder for ENG/EFP recording, playback and media management
    --  MOBILE & OTT: Featuring Optibase MGTS-Prism Multi-Screen IP Transcoder
        for HLS, SST, HDS and MPEG-DASH streaming
    --  LOW-LATENCY STREAMING: With Optibase MGW Micro Premium Encoder, powered
        by TurboVideo? technology, and the new MGW Micro Premium Decoder.
    --  MEDIA LOGGING: Monisys MR- and ML-Series for media recording and 24/7
        media logging with PTZ control, preview and playback via mobile App
    --  VIDEO ARCHIVE: Proxsys PA-Series provides efficient archiving for video
        clips and NLE projects
Additionally VITEC will showcase premium Encoders, Decoders and Converters and unveil two ultra-small encoders, Optibase MGW Nano and Optibase MGW Pico, the most compact H.264 low-latency encoders available.

"The incredible range of products that VITEC is debuting and demonstrating at IBC this year, and the high level of innovation and advanced technology that stand behind them are a testament to the strength of the combined engineering power that we've united under the VITEC name," said Philippe Wetzel, CEO of VITEC. "We are thrilled that the past year of intensive work and accelerated development has yielded outstanding products that will allow our customers to streamline every link of the video chain and offer more exciting and revenue-enhancing media services than ever before."

For more information please visit http://www.vitecmm.com.

About VITEC

Since 1988, VITEC has been a worldwide leading provider of powerful digital video products that support end-to-end media solutions for Broadcast, Corporate, Education, Government, Industrial, Medical, Military, and Telco customers. By integrating world famous brands including Optibase, Focus, Como, Proxsys, and Stradis, VITEC now controls the complete video chain with professional-grade products for acquisition, encoding, processing, management, and delivery. With approximately one hundred R&D engineers specializing in digital video, VITEC offers innovative and cost effective hardware and software, advanced technology research, and custom product designs for world-class OEM's. VITEC is headquartered in Paris, France, with worldwide R&D, Sales, and System Integration offices. For further information, please visit http://www.vitecmm.com.

Optibase, Focus, Como, Proxsys and Stradis are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of VITEC. Other company and product names used herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners. © 2012 VITEC

VITEC

CONTACT: Peer Jambor, Marketing & Communications Manager, +49-4307-8358-21, peer.jambor@vitecmm.com

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

New TÜV SÜD Service Stops Wireless Devices Interfering With Radar

FAREHAM, England, August 22, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    TÜV SÜD Product Service today launches the UK's first Dynamic Frequency Selection
(DFS) service using a single-test box, to ensure that new wireless devices operating in
the 5GHz band do not interfere with radar systems.

    As the 2.4 GHz spectrum becomes increasingly overloaded, wireless device and mobile
phone manufacturers are developing products for the less populated 5GHz range, which is
currently allocated to military and airport radar. DFS stops such devices affecting radar
systems as it continuously monitors for potential interference, ceasing transmission and
switching to an alternative channel if it detects radar presence.

    The new TÜV SÜD service is up to 60 per cent faster than traditional methods of DFS
testing as it uses a new single-test platform designed and made in the UK by Aeroflex.
This means that manufacturers of wireless devices and mobile phones will significantly
reduce time to market for new products.

    Jean-Louis Evans, Managing Director of TÜV SÜD Product Service, said: "As
manufacturers must prove that their product complies with DFS standards, the safety of
critical radar systems will not be compromised by the expected proliferation of 5GHz
capable devices. If manufacturers get this wrong the consequences could prove lethal. A
fast, effective service such as ours ensures that they get it right, while enabling them
to release products to market quicker than their competitors."

    The DFS service will test against regulatory requirements across the world including
the EU's harmonised standard EN 301 893 (version 1.6.1), which affects 31 countries in
Europe, CFR47 Pt15E (USA) and RSS-210 (Canada). TÜV SÜD's equipment has also been
developed to test the new radar pulses for DFS as published in the recently updated
version 1.7.1 of EN 301 893.

    About TÜV SÜD Product Service http://www.tuvps.co.uk

    TÜV SÜD Product Service is one of the world's leading experts in product testing and
certification, with 150,000 product certificates in circulation globally. TÜV SÜD
Product Service analyses over 20,000 products each year in Europe, Asia-Pacific and the
Americas, ensuring that products are safe, reliable and compliant and minimising liability
risks for manufacturers, importers and retailers.

    TÜV SÜD Product Service's sister company, TÜV SÜD BABT, is the world's leading
radio and telecommunications certification body, and is a Notified Body under the European
Union's Marine Equipment and R&TTE Directives. http://www.babt.com

Source: TÜV SÜD

For further information please contact: Sarah Miles, Blaze PR, +44(0)7500-042587, smiles@blaze-pr.co.uk

Rackspace Expands Global Reach with Opening of Australian Data Centre

Australian IT Investment Opens Doors to Enterprise, Financial Markets and Government and Strengthens Commitment To Local IT Industry

SYDNEY, Aug. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Rackspace® Hosting (NYSE: RAX), the open cloud company, today announced the launch of its first Australian data centre, located at Erskine Park in Western Sydney.

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The new multi-million dollar investment will support the company's ongoing growth in Australia. Rackspace can now offer local dedicated hosting and managed virtualisation solutions to larger IT contracts looking to deploy enterprise grade private cloud solutions based on VMWare from enterprise, financial markets and government, or any other customer who prefers to keep their data onshore. The data centre also provides the perfect launch pad for Rackspace's own, OpenStack-based Open Cloud platform, expected to launch into the local market.

Since entering the Australian and New Zealand markets in 2009, Rackspace has experienced a significant increase in local customer numbers. Mark Randall, Country Manager of Rackspace, Australia and New Zealand said: "Our local customers have learnt that Rackspace is synonymous with the latest in innovative cloud hosting solutions, but the key success driver that really sets us apart from the competition is our focus on service by providing customers with Fanatical Support®."

Rackspace has its own global benchmark for tailored customer support levels. Its hallmark customer service experience called Fanatical Support®, provides personalised service 24x7x365 and has won the company numerous customer service awards. "Australian customers love our support. It really has set us apart in an industry otherwise dominated by telcos, with support models that leave a lot to be desired," Randall continued.

New South Wales Deputy Premier and Minister for Trade & Investment Andrew Stoner welcomed the investment as another positive step for Sydney's global profile as a leader for Australia's ICT sector.

"This is another Australian first for Sydney and New South Wales and fantastic news for our State's reputation globally as the nation's ICT and digital hub.

"Sydney and New South Wales are well-positioned for growth in the expanding global digital economy and Rackspace's investment is another significant vote of confidence in our capacity for innovation and collaboration across the ICT sector," Mr Stoner said.

The investment will eliminate any doubt about Rackspace's ongoing commitment to the local market and its Australian customer base, which includes: News Ltd, Webjet, Pacific Brands, Kogan, Lonely Planet, and Treasury Wine Estates.

Goran Stefkovski, Director of IT at Kogan and a recent Rackspace customer, said: "We recently launched our new Kogan website. An important part of the launch included carefully selecting a new hosting partner that provided infrastructure stability as well as flexibility to enable Kogan to implement 'cutting edge' hybrid web architectures. We evaluated several major hosting partners, but it was Rackspace's uptime guarantees, Fanatical Support and proactive management that became the winning factors".

The Australian data centre adds to its international data centre footprint, which includes existing facilities in Dallas, Chicago, Virginia, London, and Hong Kong. Since the company launched in 1998, Rackspace has grown its global base to over 190,000 customers and currently hosts more than 60 per cent of the Fortune 100 companies.

Jim Fagan, Managing Director of Rackspace, Asia Pacific said: "Delivering Fanatical Support and our services portfolio to our Australian customers is our top priority. As global expansion increasingly becomes part of many Australian businesses' immediate growth plans, when choosing Rackspace they know they can grow effortlessly with us thanks to our global presence."

To enhance its delivery of great services, Rackspace has extended its global partnerships with a range of world-class technology solution partners - including Brocade, Cisco, Dell, EMC, Microsoft and RedHat. Combined with Rackspace's own leading support offering and innovation, customers will benefit from industry leading technology on all levels.

In response to customer requests, Rackspace has recently begun offering customers agreements under New South Wales law, which are compliant with Australia's National Privacy Principals. This arrangement will be extended to customers hosting at the Sydney data centre.

Alan Schoenbaum, General Counsel of Rackspace said: "Rackspace will not transfer customer owned data from our Australia data centre to a law enforcement agency of another country (including the United States) without a customer's consent unless it is compelled to do so by Australian law.  Data hosted in Australia by Rackspace is subject to the same laws as cloud services operated by wholly owned Australian companies."

The Australian data centre is built according to Rackspace's high global standards and the local agreement was negotiated with global partner Digital Realty. It is currently in the late stages of construction and the first customers are expected to go live in late 2012. To ensure it is operated in the same manner as other Rackspace data centres, it includes security certifications upon launch for UTI Tier III Design and Construction, with certifications planned for SSAE16, ISO 27001, ISO 14001, PCI, and ASIO Intruder Resistant once fully operational. 

About Rackspace

Rackspace® Hosting (NYSE: RAX) is the open cloud company, delivering open technologies and powering more than 190,000 customers worldwide. Rackspace provides its renowned Fanatical Support® across a broad portfolio of IT products, including Public Cloud, Private Cloud, Hybrid Hosting and Dedicated Hosting. The company offers choice, flexibility and freedom from vendor lock in. Rackspace has been recognized by Bloomberg BusinessWeek as a Top 100 Performing Technology Company and is featured on Fortune's list of 100 Best Companies to Work For. Rackspace was positioned in the Leaders Quadrant by Gartner Inc. in the "2011 Magic Quadrant for Managed Hosting." Rackspace is headquartered in San Antonio with offices and data centers around the world. For more information, visit http://www.rackspace.com.au.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions. If such risks or uncertainties materialize or such assumptions prove incorrect, the results of Rackspace could differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements and assumptions. All statements other than statements of historical fact are statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements, including any statements concerning expected data centre operations at the new facility, operational and financial results, long term investment strategies, growth plans including international expansion plans, the performance or market share relating to products and services; any statements of expectation or belief; and any statements of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. Risks, uncertainties and assumptions include infrastructure failures, including failures at the new data centre, the effectiveness of managing company growth, technological and competitive factors, regulatory factors, and other risks that are described in Rackspace Hosting's Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2012, filed with the SEC on August 9, 2012. Except as required by law, Rackspace Hosting assumes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements publicly, or to update the reasons actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future.

SOURCE  Rackspace

Rackspace

CONTACT: CONTACTS: Cecilia Lau, Rackspace Hosting, Cecilia.lau@rackspace.com; Povel Torudd, Click PR, povel@clickpr.com.au, +61-4-0548-8290

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Best-Selling JAMBOX By Jawbone Speaker Is Now Completely Customizable - Inside And Out

A New Experience on Jawbone.com Lets Consumers Redesign the Iconic JAMBOX in Custom Colors

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Jawbone®, a leader and innovator in smart audio devices and wearable technology, today announced a spirited update to its #1 best-selling wireless speaker and speakerphone: now JAMBOX(TM) is available in more than 100 new custom color combinations.

(Photo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120821/SF60900)

For the first time, consumers can design their own JAMBOX by choosing from a selection of 13 grill and nine cap colors on Jawbone.com. The new experience lets people mix and match over 100 different color combinations to compare and buy their favorite designs.

"This is an exciting update for JAMBOX. We're taking its iconic design and allowing our customers to use it as a canvas for personal expression," said Travis Bogard, vice president of product management and strategy at Jawbone. "Our fans have been extremely passionate about the limited edition JAMBOX designs we've released to date, and this extended color palette gives our customers even more ways to share their music - and sense of style - with a JAMBOX of their own creation."

Choose Your Colors

The custom JAMBOX experience on Jawbone.com brings dozens of vibrant new color combinations to JAMBOX, allowing people to match the colors of their favorite sports teams, school colors, home décor or express their individual sense of style. Visitors can save up to six custom JAMBOX designs on the site and quickly toggle through and compare favorite color combinations. Built-in social buttons for Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Google+ and email let users share designs with friends without ever leaving the page.

Customizable Inside and Out

In addition to delivering powerful sound and incredible audio quality, JAMBOX is also the world's first SmartSpeaker(TM). It's completely updatable via Jawbone's industry-first MyTALK(TM) platform, where users can personalize it with AudioApps, new features and customized functionality.

Now, the 13 grill and nine cap colors bring a new level of customization to JAMBOX. It's striking design, updatable software, simple user-interface and powerful sound seamlessly integrate into a beautiful, ultra-portable package that consumers can now make their own.

Pricing & Availability

Beginning August 28, the new custom JAMBOX designs will be available on Jawbone.com for $199 USD.

About Jawbone

For more than a decade, Jawbone has developed human-centered wearable technology and audio devices unparalleled in their technical innovation, ease-of-use and sophistication of design. A 2010 IDSA Design of the Decade winner, the company is the creator of the award-winning and best-selling Jawbone ERA and ICON Bluetooth® headsets; NoiseAssassin® technology, the world's first and only military-grade noise-eliminating technology; and the JAMBOX wireless speaker and speakerphone. Jawbone is privately held and headquartered in San Francisco.

Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/jawbone

Follow us on Twitter: @Jawbone

SOURCE  Jawbone

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120821/SF60900
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Jawbone

CONTACT: Keely Sulprizio, +1-415.230.7600, ext. 1719, ksulprizio@jawbone.com; or The OutCast Agency, +1-415-392-8282, Jawbone@TheOutCastAgency.com

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

IGN Partners With The University of Iowa to Kick Off Video Game Journalism Program

World's Leading Video Games Media Company Lends Real-World Expertise to New Course

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- IGN Entertainment is getting in the education game, partnering with The University of Iowa's prestigious School of Journalism and Mass Communication to lend its expertise to the university's first video game journalism course. The course, "Specialized Reporting & Writing: Video Games & Communication," kicks off today, and will feature input and production assistance from IGN Entertainment to prepare undergraduate journalism students for exciting new career opportunities.

Hosted by The University of Iowa's School of Journalism and Mass Communication, the class will explore the interdisciplinary relationship between journalism and the video game industry, with focuses on how digital games serve as a means of transmission of cultural and social norms and ideas, and the development of practical writing, reporting and critical thinking skills to cover the growing video game industry.

As the world's leading video games media company, IGN will draw from its 13 years of experience covering games and lend the expertise of its professional editorial staff to help add a real-world perspective to the course. Providing nuts-and-bolts advice to students and course leaders throughout the curriculum, IGN hopes to use its position in the industry to help further the advancement of up-and-coming writers that have a passion for games. 

"This is about more than just book learning. Breaking into this business isn't easy, and as video games continue to grow as a medium and mainstream form of pop culture, it'll only get harder. We want to share our insights to help give the most driven kids a leg up into this most-awesome career," said Casey Lynch, editor-in-chief of IGN.com.

"Computer gaming is as much a part of our lives as movies or journalism. It deserves the same rigorous standards of reporting and analysis. We are very excited about our students getting a chance to hone their professional writing and critical skills in partnership with IGN. Such collaborations should become the norm for communications schools," said David D. Perlmutter, Director of the School of Journalism and Mass Communication, the University of Iowa.

Course instructor and PhD Candidate & Graduate Assistant Kyle Moody said, "As video games gain greater prominence in society, how we cover them becomes more critical to the strength of the industry and its audience, from giant publishers to independent developers. I believe we offer a unique opportunity to explore ways to report news and create content that is essential to the growing video game industry and the journalism that keeps it going."

This partnership with the University of Iowa is the latest in a series of moves by IGN to support people interested in pursuing careers in video game-related fields. Last year the company launched the Code-Foo Challenge - a six-week, 'no resumes allowed' program aimed at finding extraordinary coding talent regardless of experience or educational background. In 2010, IGN launched Indie Open House, a program aimed at supporting independent game developers by offering professional consultations, technical support, exclusive demo days and a free residency at IGN's San Francisco headquarters.

About IGN Entertainment

IGN Entertainment is the leading Internet media and services provider focused on the video game and entertainment enthusiast markets. Collectively, IGN's properties reach more than 57 million unique users worldwide, according to Internet audience measurement firm comScore. IGN's network of video game-related properties (IGN.com, 1UP.com, GameSpy and others) is the Web's #1 video game information destination. IGN also owns the world's largest men's lifestyle website, AskMen.com, and men's entertainment site UGO.com. IGN is headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, with offices across North America, Europe and Australia.

About The University of Iowa

Established in 1924, The University of Iowa School of Journalism and Mass Communication has long been recognized as a leader in undergraduate (B.A./B.S.) and graduate (M.A. and Ph.D.) education and research in journalism (print, broadcast and online news and information) and strategic communication (political communication, health communication, advertising, public relations, branding and nonprofit advocacy & fundraising) and media research. The first Ph.D. in Mass Communication was awarded at Iowa in 1948. The School features a state-of-the-art building, technology and facilities, about a dozen staff, twenty full-time faculty, 30 graduate students and 650 undergraduates.

Among Iowa SJMC's latest innovations are a new Fundraising & Philanthropy Communication Certificate program and advanced Media Research Lab to partner with industry to test innovations in media.

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American Red Cross Launches Redesigned Redcross.org

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American Red Cross has rolled out a redesigned website, redcross.org, to enable people to easily find help and to empower them to help others through their donations of time, blood or money. The redesigned site also provides a better user experience for people who want to take a Red Cross course and be prepared for emergencies.

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"The Red Cross has continually evolved with the times since its founding, and the redesigned redcross.org represents the latest way the organization is harnessing technology to help perform its lifesaving mission," said Craig Oldham, vice president of Digital Engagement at the Red Cross. "We believe the new site will help the people we serve get help quickly and easily, and empower people across the country to give help by taking a class, donating blood, volunteering or by making a generous financial contribution."

Earlier in the year the Red Cross unveiled its new brand identity, which honors the history of the Red Cross while seeking to appeal to a new generation of volunteers and donors. The redesigned website continues the organization's evolution, and invites people to become part of the Red Cross. Building on the leadership of the Red Cross in the social media space, the redesigned site features a greater emphasis on user-generated content and contributions.

Additional features of the redesigned redcross.org include:

    --  The use of geo-location to tailor a user's site experience and make it
        more relevant. For example, a person in a state impacted by wildfires
        may have a different site experience than a person in a state affected
        by floods.
    --  An improved financial donation process and online course scheduling
        experience, which includes the ability to search for courses by
        geography or date. Users can see their transaction history for courses
        and donations and know the impact that they have made. They can also
        manage their profile and billing information, including their monthly
        donations, and manage their course registrations online.
    --  The integration of Red Cross content from across the country. Over time,
        a site visitor will see the impact that their local Red Cross is having
        in their community, as well as learn how the Red Cross is responding to
        disasters nationally and internationally.
    --  A new mobile-optimized site. The Red Cross needs to be wherever people
        go, which makes mobile optimization and other mobile activities vital to
        the Red Cross.
The launch of the redesigned website follows the recently released Red Cross First Aid App, as well as a new Hurricane App, which have both achieved an average 4.0/5.0 user rating so far. The Hurricane and First Aid Apps can be found in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store for Android by searching for American Red Cross.

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies nearly half of the nation's blood; teaches lifesaving skills; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a charitable organization -- not a government agency -- and depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit http://www.redcross.org or join our blog at http://blog.redcross.org.

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