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Telesphere Extends Nationwide MPLS network for Private SIP Trunking with Atlanta and Chicago Super Hubs

New super hubs provide multi-site enterprises with convenient, cost-effective options for SIP interconnection with IP PBXes from Cisco, Avaya, Asterisk and others

PHOENIX, Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Enterprises understand the bottom-line benefits of migrating to IP PBXes, but they frequently overlook how using SIP trunking on a nationwide, private, secure and QoS-enabled IP network provides another layer of operational advantages. With the addition of points of presence (POPs) in Atlanta and Chicago, Telesphere's network of private SIP trunking services provides medium-size multi-site businesses nationwide with a fast, cost-effective and low-complexity solution as they migrate to IP PBXes and cloud/hosted communication services.

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Telesphere's private, nationwide MPLS network provides direct private SIP interconnection to IP PBXes from vendors such as Asterisk, Avaya and Cisco, as well as TDM PBXes. By using Telesphere for private SIP trunking, businesses with multiple offices around the city, region or country will no longer have the expense and complexity of PSTN gateways and the need to work with multiple service providers.

Telesphere's network uses Acme Packet session border controllers (SBCs) to enable efficient interoperability with on-premises IP PBXs.

The new Atlanta and Chicago super hubs will serve enterprises in the Midwest and Southeast. The new Super Hubs are part of Telesphere's aggressive network expansion throughout the United States. 

Enterprises now can execute a "cap-and-grow" strategy: phase out their on-site TDM PBXes in favor of hosted IP PBXes to reduce costs, with Telesphere serving as their single, nationwide provider of SIP interconnection. In the process, businesses now can use Telesphere's private SIP trunking to access a wide range of cloud-based communications services and advanced features to increase employee productivity. This strategy lets enterprises maximize the value of their IP PBXes by adding services such as video sooner and more cost-effectively than if they had to buy advanced features from a third-party vendor and manage them daily.

Brasher's Auto Auctions illustrates many of these benefits. Telesphere's network provides a secure, reliable and 100 percent private connection between all seven Brasher's offices. Brasher's IT team uses this network with its on-premises PBX to provide free calling between all of the company's offices, with inherent redundancy to enable disaster recovery.

"Telesphere is a trusted partner of Brasher's that provides us with the high-quality voice service, reliable connectivity, and advanced features that free us to focus on our business," said Ty Brewer, CIO, Brasher's. "SIP trunking might sound like a foreign concept to a lot of business owners, however it's a tremendous opportunity for them to save money, improve employee productivity and enable business continuity."

IP PBX resellers also can offer their customers Telesphere's private SIP trunking to provide a value-added bundle of infrastructure, connectivity and cloud services. This strategy gives resellers a powerful new way to differentiate themselves by catering to the emerging needs in enterprise communications, particularly in the underserved medium-size enterprise market.

"With Telesphere's nationwide managed network, businesses now can use private SIP trunking to extend cloud-based services such as video, fixed-mobile convergence and unified communications to all of their facilities," said Sanjay Srinivasan, Telesphere CTO. "By adding native IP interconnection to IP PBXes, Telesphere continues to stay ahead of the competition when it comes to anticipating and meeting businesses' evolving communications needs."

Inc. Magazine's 2011 list of America's fastest-growing companies ranked Telesphere first among large providers of cloud communications services and No. 965 overall.

Customers can connect with Telesphere at http://www.telesphere.com/Contact_Us.html or:
Twitter: http://twitter.com/telesphere
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/telesphere
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/telesphere
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/companies/2102

About Telesphere
Telesphere is the leading pure-play provider of unified cloud communications.  It leads the market by delivering carrier-grade performance and support for wireline and mobile devices to businesses over its private IP MPLS network; one of the largest of its kind in the nation.  Offering a fully-integrated suite of unified communications capabilities, Telesphere's hosted services allow businesses of any size to enjoy all the latest voice, video, data and collaboration features of large enterprise systems without the costly investment in on-premises equipment.

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CONTACT: Irena Boostani, Comunicano Inc, on behalf of Telesphere, iboostani@comunicano.com, +1-858-414-1136

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

The Gaggle App for the iPad Makes Its Debut

The Gaggle App provides a solution for sharing iPads among multiple students

BLOOMINGTON, Ill., Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Gaggle released their new App for the Apple iPad which solves the problem of shared iPads in a classroom cart environment. With Gaggle's iPad App each student using the iPad logs in to their own account, so sharing the tablet is easy.

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The purpose of developing the App was to give students and teachers the ability to use the iPad as a collaborative learning tool. Gaggle App developer Ryan Peterson states, "What we have found when working with schools is that sharing an iPad among several students is common practice in the classroom. While applications that support document editing, file storage, and email are readily available, they fail to meet the shared device model. With our app, users can each have their own set of documents, files and emails all safe, secure and protected from other users who later access the same device."

"This year, the Gaggle App will be used in iPad classrooms throughout Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Students will be sharing devices, so having the ability to log in and out of email was a necessity," Jenny Grabiec, Instructional Technology Specialist, explained. "Student-created photo slide shows and movies can be uploaded easily from the camera roll and synced to the students' digital lockers for easy viewing at home or on any school computer. One of my favorite features of the Gaggle app is 'Mark it up,' which allows teachers to review, grade and return assignments to students, saving paper and time in the process.  Any district involved in an iPad rollout should definitely look to Gaggle for their email, storage and workflow solutions. We are happy we did!"

In addition to security, the Gaggle App has put a focus on productivity both for students and teachers making them more efficient with tools like the Digital Locker and Mark it Up! "The Gaggle App gives students the ability to create and store files on the iPad but also allows those files to be accessible in the Gaggle digital locker from any other computer," explains Heather Hammond, Gaggle Director of Account Management and Training. "The app will allow teachers to focus more on productivity with the use of file creation, storage, and immediate sharing which will allow them to put more course content on the iPad device."

App Features

Digital Locker File Storage - Secure, virtual file storage accessible from home or school with preview capability for dozens of file types including: Word, Excel, Power Point, PDF, images, movies and more!

Mini Document Editor - Edit and create .doc and .docx files in the Digital Locker

Email - Full access to Gaggle email through the App

Gaggle Tube Video Access - YouTube access from the iPad with all content being filtered and monitored

Video and Image Insert - Insert images and videos from the iPad camera roll into the Digital Locker

Mark it Up! Digital Grading Tool - Digitally grade assignments and return them to students with editing tools including a virtual red pen, highlight, strikeout, text underline and comment tools

About Gaggle

Gaggle is dedicated to providing productivity, communication, & collaboration tools that safely engage students and has been a leading provider to school districts throughout the United States since 1999. Gaggle currently hosts over 3 million users in the US and 23 countries. The company is an expert in secure communications for schools and has developed proprietary technology and monitoring systems. Based in Bloomington, IL, Gaggle's collaboration tools are the winner of numerous education industry awards including: the prestigious 2011 & 2012 CODiE Award, 2012 eSchoolnews Readers Choice Award, and the 2011 Technology & Learning Award of Excellence. For information, visit Gaggle at http://www.gaggle.net or call 800-288-7750.

Gaggle Contact: Susan Heykamp, Director of Marketing, 800.288.7750, sheykamp@gaggle.net

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Sky Motion Launches Free, High Accuracy Weather App, Powered by its Proprietary Technology and Platform

MONTREAL, Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - After three years of R&D,
Software developer Sky Motion Research Inc. announces the official
launch of SkyMotion, a suite of mobile and desktop applications based
on its new weather forecasting platform, that will most accurately tell
you when precipitation will start and end.  The app can be downloaded
for free for the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch.  For other smartphones,
tablets and other computers users, an online version is also available
for free on its website.

Unlike traditional weather apps, SkyMotion takes the guesswork out of
the Probability of Precipitation (P.O.P.).  Using geolocation, radar observation, motion tracking and
other technology borrowed from the computer graphic and video game
industry, the application provides highly-localized forecasts by
tracking every rain cloud's movement over the U.S.A and Canada in
real-time, automatically creating a new personal forecast every five
minutes that is unique to the 1 km(2) user's location.  Additionally, the SkyMotion app can be used
year-round as it tracks all types of precipitation such as rain, snow
and freezing rain.

With over 40 years of combined experience in image processing, software
and video game development, Sky Motion Research's Founder and CTO,
André LeBlanc, and CEO, Maxime Julien, are re-inventing short-term
weather forecasting. They are confident that SkyMotion offers people
the most accurate precipitation forecasts currently available on the
market.

"This technology is beneficial for industries, businesses, and anyone
who checks weather forecasts on a daily basis", says Julien. "Imagine
the difference it could make for people engaging in outdoor activities,
commuters, festival organizers, construction crews, even farmers.
Having advanced knowledge of precipitation saves time and money, and
helps people make the most out of their day by working around the
weather."  In fact, Julien notes that current users have quickly made a
habit of checking the application several times a day.

Start using SkyMotion today: http://www.skymotion.com

About Sky Motion Research Inc.

Incorporated in 2008, Sky Motion Research Inc. is an emerging technology
company concentrating on development of short to term, highly accurate,
highly localized weather forecasting technologies. Its product,
SkyMotion, provides users with the most accurate precipitation
information for the next two hours for a 1 km(2) selected location, resulting in effective time and/or cost management.

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Sky Motion Research

CONTACT:  Katherine Boushel
Publicist
kboushel@gmail.com
514 962-5283  Clare Li
Community Manager
Sky Motion Research Inc.
clare@skymotion.com
514 267-1717

New Georgia Power initiative gives customers one-stop source for solar information

ATLANTA, Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power today launched a new solar energy education initiative and website that will provide comprehensive information and personalized assistance for customers interested in learning more about solar energy.

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Georgia Power developed the program to educate customers about how solar works, help them determine if solar is right for them, and provide expertise, resources and assistance for those interested in taking the next step to add solar to their home or business.

The online tool features a calculator to help customers determine the costs and savings associated with solar energy, links to solar installers, information about Georgia Power's solar buyback and Green Energy programs, and available customer incentives.   

"Our customers have told us they look to Georgia Power for solar energy information," said Mike Hazelton, Georgia Power's Marketing vice president. "This new initiative and website will make it easy for customers to learn the basics of solar, and provide them with the tools they need to decide if solar is right for them."     

As part of the company's initiative to enhance its solar presence, Georgia Power has trained employees throughout the state to serve as solar energy consultants.  These individuals will help customers understand the fundamentals of solar technology, and provide support and advice to residential and small business customers interested in solar.

To learn more about solar energy for your home or business, visit http://www.georgiapower.com/solar.

Georgia Power is the largest subsidiary of Southern Company, one of the nation's largest generators of electricity.  The company is an investor-owned, tax-paying utility with rates below the national average.  Georgia Power serves 2.4 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. 

Twittercue: Georgia Power launches http://www.georgiapower.com/solar, a new website providing tools & info so customers can assess solar potential.

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CONTACT: Georgia Power Media Relations, +1-404-506-7676, or 1-800-282-1696, http://www.georgiapower.com

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

Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Expands In Communities In Southeastern South Dakota On Aug. 16

America's Largest 4G LTE Network Covers More Than 75 Percent of the U.S. Population

SIOUX FALLS, S.D., Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless today announced that its customers will have access to its 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network in more places, when the company expands its 4G LTE network on Aug. 16. in 38 markets, including communities in southeastern South Dakota, and launches coverage in 34 new markets.

The expanded 4G LTE coverage area will include the communities of Canton, Freeman, Parker, Viborg and Yankton, as well as the following highways:

    --  North of Yankton on U.S. Highway 81 to Freeman;
    --  East of U.S. Highway 81 on U.S. Highway 18 and State Highway 44 to
        Interstate 29;
    --  And, East from I-29 on U.S. Highway 18 to the Iowa border.
In addition to expanding its 4G LTE network in South Dakota, Verizon Wireless is launching new coverage in the Aberdeen area on Aug. 16.   Verizon Wireless first launched its 4G LTE network in Sioux Falls on June 1, 2011 followed by Rapid City on Nov. 16, 2011.  This year the company has also launched its 4G LTE network in Pierre, Mitchell, Brookings and Madison as well as communities east and west of Rapid City in a market expansion.

"The expansion of our 4G high-speed network will enable customers to use their 4G LTE devices in more parts of South Dakota to stay in touch with family, friends and colleagues, all with speeds up to 10 times faster than before," said Seamus Hyland, president-Great Plains Region, Verizon Wireless.  "We will continue expanding and enhancing our 4G LTE network in this state and across the country to provide our customers with the best wireless experience possible."

The Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network is America's largest 4G network with coverage available to nearly 75 percent of the U.S. population.  With the new and expanded markets, the company's 4G LTE network will be available to 371 markets across the United States. By year's end, the company plans for its 4G LTE network to cover more than 400 U.S. markets.

4G LTE Coverage and Speed

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

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

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

For more news and stories specific to the Verizon Wireless Midwest Area, visit and subscribe to our blog: http://vzwmidwestarea.com/

About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves 94.2 million retail customers, including 88.8 million retail postpaid customers.  Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 78,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Karen Smith, Verizon Wireless, +1-763-595-2511, Karen.Smith@verizonwireless.com, http://twitter.com/VZWKaren, or Debbie Hilt, For Verizon Wireless, +1-402-292-5553 ext. 6, Debbie@Alberscommunications.com

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

Pregis acquires Inter-Pac; adds PE foam rollstock/plank capacity

DEERFIELD, Ill., Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Pregis Corp., a leading supplier of protective packaging solutions, has acquired Inter-Pac, Inc., based in Tupelo, Miss., for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition will make Pregis the largest producer of polyethylene sheet foam in the United States. 

"We are pleased to add Inter-Pac's Tupelo facility to Pregis' manufacturing footprint.  Its geographic location will be an asset in servicing the protective packaging needs of our East Coast customers. This investment is the latest example of our commitment to our growth strategy," said Kevin Baudhuin, president and chief executive officer, Pregis.   

Pregis will continue to operate Inter-Pac's 180,000 square foot Tupelo manufacturing facility.  Its 25 employees will be joining Pregis' 2,000-member worldwide team. 

"We believe that this transaction will benefit our customers across all segments and channels.  This includes markets such as furniture, housewares, electronics, automotive, industrial and recreational products.  We will also be able to bring a much wider product portfolio to Inter-Pac's existing customers," said Baudhuin.

About Inter-Pac
Founded in 1960, Inter-Pac is one of the first protective packaging products manufacturers in the United States.  The company has a long-standing reputation for its innovative production techniques, environmental platform and customer service.  For more information: http://www.inter-pac.com.

About Pregis 
Pregis Corporation is a leading global provider of innovative protective packaging materials and systems. The company offers solutions for a wide variety of consumer and industrial market segments including food, beverage, healthcare, medical devices, agricultural, e-commerce, retail, automotive, furniture, electronics, construction and military/aerospace. Pregis currently operates 25 facilities in 10 countries in North America and Europe. For more information, visit http://www.pregis.com.

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Pregis Corp.

CONTACT: Dache Davidson, Pregis Corp., (847) 597-9357, ddavidson@pregis.com or Sophia Dilberakis, SD Communications, (312) 787-5800, sophiad@att.net

Bluebeam Software to Showcase Project Collaboration Solutions at 2012 Tekla User Conference

Attendees to see how Bluebeam's PDF-based technology enables users to engage partners in digital project collaboration

PASADENA, Calif., Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluebeam(®) Software, leading developer of PDF-based collaboration solutions for the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry, is exhibiting at this week's 2012 Tekla(®) North American User Meeting. During the event, Bluebeam will show attendees how its platform solution, Revu(® )10, enables users to digitally collaborate on shop drawings and 3D designs with project partners downstream.

"Bluebeam Revu 10 is the perfect solution for digital project collaboration," said Sasha Reed, Bluebeam Software Director of Account Services. "Whether you need to store project files in the cloud, easily collect feedback from multiple reviewers or quickly markup drawings while in the field, there are no limits to how Revu can help you engage project partners in digital conversations."

With Revu, Tekla users can create PDF shop drawings or import U3D files to create 3D PDFs. Users can then add customizable markups, measurements and stamps to PDF shop drawings, and even add text, shapes, clouds, leaders and CAD symbols to 3D PDFs. When 3D PDFs are annotated, a new view is created and a 3D markup indicator is placed in the model so reviewers can quickly navigate to related comments. By leveraging the PDF file format to share 3D data, Bluebeam is opening up project collaboration to team members who normally would not have access to BIM models.

To further streamline communication, users can leverage Revu's integrated collaboration technology, Bluebeam Studio(TM), and store PDFs and other files in a Studio project. Files added to this simple document management system in the cloud can be checked out, edited offline and checked back in with changes. Users can invite others to view their files with either Revu or Bluebeam's free PDF viewer, Bluebeam Vu(TM).

When more design feedback is required, PDFs can be added to a Bluebeam Studio session for online collaboration. Multiple reviewers can add markups to the same PDF simultaneously or separately on their own time. To make it easy to engage project partners in collaboration sessions, only the session host needs a full copy of Revu. Invited attendees can participate using Bluebeam Vu, Bluebeam Revu iPad or Bluebeam Vu iPad.

The 2012 Tekla North American User Meeting is taking place today through Friday, August 17(th) at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort in Orlando, Florida. For a demo and 30-day free trial CD of Bluebeam Revu 10, visit Bluebeam in booth #11.

Bluebeam products are sold direct and through a global network of authorized resellers. Learn more at http://www.bluebeam.com.

About Bluebeam Software

Not your typical software company, Bluebeam Software makes smart, simple collaboration solutions for paperless workflows based on the PDF format. Founded in 2002 in Pasadena, California, Bluebeam's award-winning collaboration technology is used today by the world's top architectural, engineering and construction firms, as well as government agencies, accountants and even attorneys, as an intuitive, easy-to-use, PDF-based solution for dramatically improved workflow and more sustainable, paperless operations. Bluebeam supports customers in more than 60 countries directly through its Account Services team in addition to an extensive reseller network. For more information, visit http://www.bluebeam.com.

SOURCE  Bluebeam Software

Bluebeam Software

CONTACT: Lisa Kornblatt, SS|PR, 847.415.9330, lkornblatt@sspr.com

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

Whirlpool Corporation and Honeywell Introduce Most Environmentally Responsible and Energy Efficient Insulation Available into U.S. Made Refrigerators

Whirlpool Corp. Leaps Ahead of Industry Standards, Committing to Use Honeywell's Solstice Liquid Blowing Agent

BENTON HARBOR, Mich., Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Demonstrating their mutual commitments to environmental leadership, Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) and Honeywell (NYSE: HON) have announced that all Whirlpool Corporation U.S.-made refrigerators will begin incorporating Honeywell's Solstice(TM) Liquid Blowing Agent. This includes future product lineups from Whirlpool Brand, Maytag®, Amana®, Jenn-Air® and KitchenAid® brands.  The most environmentally responsible blowing agent available, boasting the lowest Global Warming Potential (GWP) available among non-ozone depleting substitutes, Solstice Liquid Blowing Agent (LBA) outperforms commonly used hydrocarbons such as C-Pentane, providing better low-temperature insulation performance and higher energy savings.

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Whirlpool Corporation is the first refrigerator manufacturer in the U.S. committed to incorporating this new class of blowing agents into its products, providing customers with refrigerators that offer the best efficiency and lowest environmental footprint.   Honeywell Solstice LBA offers an 8-10 percent improvement in efficiency over refrigerator platforms tested with hydrocarbon blown foam insulation, and a 2 percent improvement over 245fa, currently the most widely-used foam blowing agent in the U.S. 

"Whirlpool Corporation is an environmental leader, developing high-quality products that offer both efficiency and low environmental impact," said Ludovic Beaufils, general manager refrigeration and sustainability lead for Whirlpool North America.  "Through this collaboration with Honeywell, we are once again leading the way with the most advanced materials that offer the greatest benefits to consumers."

Honeywell Solstice Liquid Blowing Agent, which was recently granted approval under the Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP), has a 100-year global warming potential between 4.7 and 7, a 99 percent improvement over 245fa, the most common manufacturing solution in the U.S. today.  A near drop-in replacement, it also offers cost benefits and is non-flammable providing safety advantages over other hydrocarbon blowing agents. 

"Honeywell's Solstice(TM) branded solutions deliver the optimal combined enhancement of environment, performance, safety and cost effectiveness," said Terrence Hahn, vice president and general manager, Fluorine Products.  "We are pleased to supply Whirlpool with Solstice(TM) LBA to ensure those benefits are experienced both in their operations and for their customers."

Whirlpool will begin production in late 2013.

About Whirlpool Corporation 
Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales of approximately $19 billion in 2011, 68,000 employees, and 65 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world.  The company markets Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, Bauknecht and other major brand names to consumers in nearly every country around the world.  Additional information about the company can be found at http://www.whirlpoolcorp.com.

About Honeywell Performance Materials and Technologies
Performance Materials and Technologies is a global leader in developing and manufacturing advanced materials and process technologies. These materials and technologies are used by people every day in a wide range of industries and applications, from petroleum refining to environmentally friendlier refrigerants to bullet-resistant vests. Our advanced materials are critical in the manufacture of products ranging from nylon to computer chips to pharmaceutical packaging. Process technologies developed by our UOP business form the foundation for most of the world's refiners, efficiently producing gasoline, diesel, jet fuel and petrochemicals. UOP is now pioneering technology to produce real fuels from renewable energy sources.

About Honeywell
Honeywell (http://www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 diversified technology and manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes and industry; turbochargers; and performance materials. Based in Morris Township, N.J., Honeywell's shares are traded on the New York, London, and Chicago Stock Exchanges. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit http://www.honeywellnow.com. 

This release contains certain statements that may be deemed "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, that address activities, events or developments that we or our management intends, expects, projects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Such statements are based upon certain assumptions and assessments made by our management in light of their experience and their perception of historical trends, current economic and industry conditions, expected future developments and other factors they believe to be appropriate. The forward-looking statements included in this release are also subject to a number of material risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to economic, competitive, governmental, and technological factors affecting our operations, markets, products, services and prices. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, and actual results, developments and business decisions may differ from those envisaged by such forward-looking statements.

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CONTACT: Whirlpool Media: +1-269-923-7405, Media@Whirlpool.com; or Honeywell Media: Peter Dalpe, +1-973-455-4908, peter.dalpe@honeywell.com; or Financial: Angela Hersil, +1-269-923-2641, Investor_relations@whirlpool.com

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

Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Expands In The Sioux City, Iowa Area On Aug. 16

America's Largest 4G LTE Network Covers More Than 75 Percent of the U.S. Population

SIOUX CITY, Iowa, Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless today announced that its customers will have access to its 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network in more places, when the company expands its 4G LTE network on Aug. 16. in 38 markets, including the Sioux City area, and launches coverage in 34 new markets.

Verizon Wireless first launched its 4G LTE network in Sioux City on Oct. 20, 2011. The expanded 4G LTE coverage area will include the communities of Cherokee, Cleghorn, Correctionville, Holstein, Ida Grove, Lawton, Le Mars, Marcus, Meriden, Merrill, Moville and Remsen. In addition new 4G coverage will be along the following major highways:

    --  Northeast on U.S. Highway 75 to Le Mars;
    --  East from Le Mars on State Highway 3 to Cherokee;
    --  South from Cherokee on U.S. Highway 59 to Ida Grove;
    --  And, East from Sioux City on U.S. Highway 20 to Holstein.
In addition to expanding its 4G LTE network in Sioux City, Verizon Wireless is also expanding its Iowa network from Des Moines to Ames and in the Iowa City area on Aug. 16. The Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network is currently available in Iowa in the greater Des Moines area, Cedar Rapids, Council Bluffs, Iowa City, Sioux City, the Quad Cities area and many more rural communities.

"The expansion of our high-speed network will enable customers to use their 4G LTE devices in more parts of Iowa to stay in touch with family, friends and colleagues, all with speeds up to 10 times faster than before," said Seamus Hyland, president-Great Plains Region, Verizon Wireless. "We will continue expanding and enhancing our 4G LTE network in this state and across the country to provide our customers with the best wireless experience possible."

The Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network is America's largest 4G network with coverage available to nearly 75 percent of the U.S. population. With the new and expanded markets, the company's 4G LTE network will be available to 371 markets across the United States. By year's end, the company plans for its 4G LTE network to cover more than 400 U.S. markets.

4G LTE Coverage and Speed

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

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

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

For more news and stories specific to the Verizon Wireless Midwest Area, visit and subscribe to our blog: http://vzwmidwestarea.com/

About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves 94.2 million retail customers, including 88.8 million retail postpaid customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 78,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Karen Smith, Verizon Wireless, +1-763-595-2511, Karen.Smith@verizonwireless.com, http://twitter.com/VZWKaren; Debbie Hilt, For Verizon Wireless, +1-402-292-5553 ext. 6, Debbie@Alberscommunications.com

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

Ceragon Networks(R) Announces Filing of Shelf Registration

PARAMUS, New Jersey, August 15, 2012/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

    Ceragon Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: CRNT [http://www.ceragon.com/investor_relations.asp ]),
the #1 wireless backhaul specialist, today announced that it has filed a "shelf"
registration statement on Form F-3 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Under the shelf registration statement, once declared effective by the SEC, Ceragon may
offer and sell from time to time in the future, in one or more public offerings, up to
$150,000,000 of ordinary shares, warrants, debt securities or any combination thereof. The
specifics of any future offering, along with the prices and terms of any such securities
offered by Ceragon, will be determined at the time of any such offering and will be
described in detail in a prospectus supplement filed at the time of any such offering.

    Ceragon's shelf registration statement has been filed with the SEC but has not yet
become effective, and until the registration statement is declared effective by the SEC
the securities registered may not be sold, nor may offers to buy be accepted. This press
release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the
securities, nor shall there be any sale of the securities in any state or jurisdiction in
which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or
qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction. Any offering of
the securities covered by the registration statement will only be by means of a prospectus
and an accompanying prospectus supplement.

    About Ceragon Networks Ltd.

    Ceragon Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: CRNT) is the #1 wireless backhaul specialist. We
provide innovative, flexible and cost-effective wireless backhaul solutions that enable
mobile operators and other wired/wireless service providers to deliver 2G/3G, 4G/LTE and
other broadband services to their subscribers. Ceragon's high-capacity, solutions use
microwave technology to transfer voice and data traffic while maximizing bandwidth
efficiency, to deliver more capacity over longer distances under any deployment scenario.
Based on our extensive global experience, Ceragon delivers turnkey solutions that support
service provider profitability at every stage of the network lifecycle enabling faster
time to revenue, cost-effective operation and simple migration to all-IP networks. As the
demand for data pushes the need for ever-increasing capacity, Ceragon is committed to
serve the market with unmatched technology and innovation, ensuring effective solutions
for the evolving needs of the marketplace. Our solutions are deployed by more than 430
service providers in over 130 countries.

    Ceragon Networks(R) is a registered trademark of Ceragon Networks Ltd. in the United
States and other countries. Other names mentioned are owned by their respective holders.

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    This press release may contain statements concerning Ceragon's future prospects that
are "forward-looking statements" under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of
1995. These statements are based on current expectations and projections that involve a
number of risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that future results will be
achieved, and actual results could differ materially from forecasts and estimates. These
are important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from forecasts
and estimates. Some of the factors that could significantly impact the forward-looking
statements in this press release include the risk of significant expenses in connection
with potential contingent tax liability associated with Nera's prior operations or
facilities, the risk that the combined Ceragon and Nera business may not perform as
expected, risks associated with increased working capital needs, and other risks and
uncertainties, which are discussed in greater detail in Ceragon's Annual Report on Form
20-F and Ceragon's other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Ceragon
undertakes no commitment to revise or update any forward-looking statement in order to
reflect events or circumstances after the date any such statement is made. Ceragon's
public filings are available from the Securities and Exchange Commission's website at
http://www.sec.gov or may be obtained on Ceragon's website at http://www.ceragon.com.

   
    Company & Investor Contact:
    Yoel Knoll
    Ceragon Networks Ltd.
    Tel: +1-(201)-853-0228
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    yoelk@ceragon.com

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    Abigail Levy-Gurwitz
    Ceragon Networks Ltd.
    Tel: +1-(201)-853-0271
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    abigaill@ceragon.com

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Serpico Goes Live, Provides Backlink Insights to SEO Professionals

CHICAGO, Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Serpico, a SaaS tool for SEO professionals goes live today and is available online at http://www.serpi.co.  Serpico offers professional SEO software for backlink campaign management by focusing both on a website's backlink profile as well its competitors.  Serpico evaluates the backlinks within top-ranking SERPs (search engine result pages) and "reverse engineers" this data, providing insights on the backlinking strategies.  This Information can then be used to help expand off-site optimization efforts.

"We have basically consolidated 10 years of industry learning into an SEO software that works as an x-ray machine into search results," says co-founder Ben Swartz.  He continues, "Perhaps even more compelling, it provides x-ray vision into the competition's backlink profile which in turn will reveal their marketing tactics and perhaps company goals."

Serpico's SEO tools are setup to cater to all types of search marketing professionals.  There are programs available for novice marketers looking to make smart internet decisions or tested SEO professional with years of experience. Serpico is designed to help in-house marketers, SEO consultants, link-builders, and agencies of all sizes.  More information on the various programs is available here -   http://www.serpi.co/audience. 

Users that register now will receive a 30 day free trial -  https://app.serpi.co/sign_up?utm_source=prnewswire&utm_medium=pr&utm_campaign=launch

About Serpico:
Launched in 2012, Serpico is SEO software built by SEO professionals to meet the growing demands of SEO experts and agencies, and is the industry standard for optimizing a website's online presence.  Serpico offers the most comprehensive backlink intelligence in the market, allowing for increased visibility, traffic, and ultimately conversions.  The tool evaluates the backlink profiles of top-ranking SERPs and "reverse engineers" this data, providing all-inclusive view of the backlink strategies that work best.

SOURCE  Serpico

Serpico

CONTACT: Dan Drucker, Serpico, http://www.serpi.co, +1-866-912-9340, dan@serpi.co

Web Site: http://www.serpi.co

LUSTRECOLOR Expands its Product Portfolio with KODAK PROFESSIONAL ENDURA Electrophotographic Papers

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- LustreColor (http://www.lustrecolor.com), a full service wedding and portrait photography lab located in Canton, Mass., has chosen KODAK PROFESSIONAL ENDURA Electrophotographic (EP) Paper to create a new category of press products for its customers.  Citing the look and feel of the paper, LustreColor recently began using the EP paper for its Sedona Portrait Books, as well as expanded use of the new media to other applications, including calendars and posters. These offerings complement LustreColor's traditional albums, produced with KODAK PROFESSIONAL Photographic Paper.

"Our professional photographer customers, and the clients that they serve, are very discerning when it comes to how their images look in the products we produce. As a result, to be successful, we have to offer and produce high quality output products," said Ken Wilson, co-owner of LustreColor. "When we first saw Kodak's EP Paper we knew immediately that it was going to have an important role in our press products department."

"First and foremost it's a professional print product; it looks and feels like Kodak's professional photographic paper. Now both our photo and press products have the same 'look and feel,' which is very important to our photographers. Second, the image quality is terrific. It has a smooth continuous tone look even though it's printed with a digital press. Images printed on Kodak's EP Paper simply look richer than when printed on other press media."

KODAK PROFESSIONAL ENDURA EP Papers achieve the look, feel and surface of photographic paper, due to Kodak's proprietary E-surface technology. This surface, combined with the ability to duplex print, helps labs expand the capabilities of a digital press to include look books, portfolios or other duplex applications requiring photo quality output. 

"One of our key priorities when we bring new media to market is to make sure it can help our customers maximize current investments and grow their businesses," said Christopher S. Van Zandt, Vice President & General Manager, Paper & Output Systems, Americas Region, Eastman Kodak Company. "LustreColor's use of our EP Paper really shows how a creative business partner can tap into our broad media portfolio to add compelling product offerings and access growth opportunities. Through a close association with Kodak, LustreColor can meet the needs of its clients with a variety of professional imaging products and forms at multiple price points with consistent professional grade quality. This consistent quality on Kodak media provides a compelling reason for consumers to engage a professional photographer who works with a professional lab to capture and preserve significant life moments and stories."

For more information on specific availability of KODAK PROFESSIONAL ENDURA Electrophotographic Papers by market or other KODAK PROFESSIONAL Products, visit http://www.kodak.com/go/professional or on http://www.facebook.com/kodakprofessional.

About Kodak
As the world's foremost imaging innovator, Kodak helps consumers, businesses, and creative professionals unleash the power of pictures and printing to enrich their lives.

(Kodak Professional and Endura are trademarks of Kodak.)

2012

SOURCE  Kodak

Kodak

CONTACT: Audrey Jonckheer, Kodak, +1-585-724-9035, audrey.jonckheer@kodak.com; Colleen Krenzer, Intersect Communications +1-917-566-7037, colleen@intersectcom.com

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

A10 Networks and SevOne Announce North America IPv6 Roadshow

'Lunch and Learn' Begins in Major US Cities to Discuss Techniques for IPv6 Migration

SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- A10 Networks(TM), the technology leader in Application Networking, today announced that it has joined SevOne, the leader in IT performance management, for an IPv6 Roadshow across major US cities to prepare organizations for the transition to IPv6. During the 'Lunch and Learn' sessions, A10 and SevOne experts will discuss the impact of IPv6 transition on the network, and how to ensure operational continuity before, during and after the transition using the most popular migration techniques and network visibility.

With the IPv4 address supply near exhaustion, smooth transition options to IPv6 cannot be ignored, and communication and connectivity between the two protocols must be ensured through advanced preparation to avoid downtime and costly IT fire drills. Additionally, there are numerous IPv6 migration techniques, as no one method fits all networks, so considerations must be taken according to specific business requirements.

During these seminars, A10 and SevOne experts will cover:

    --  Issues to consider when transitioning to IPv6, including an overview of
        the various migration technologies
    --  Real-world examples of implementation use cases
    --  How to avoid unknown factors during the migration by ensuring visibility
        through monitoring throughout the process
"IPv6 has garnered worldwide interest, and there are many new solutions to solve the challenges with IPv6 adoption-- especially for enterprise customers," said Paul Nicholson, Director of Product Marketing for A10 Networks. "Spreading awareness and showing examples of successful customer implementations are essential to facilitate IPv6 adoption and to show the benefits IPv6 provides to the core business."

"Visibility is critical to understanding the impact of IPv6; without visibility customers are unaware of the impact of IPv6 on their core infrastructure," said Yama Habibzai, Vice President, Marketing at SevOne. "Through monitoring technologies customers can greatly reduce risks and ease deployments during the IPv6 migration process."

The cities and dates include:

    --  Atlanta, August 15
    --  San Francisco, August 21
    --  Seattle, August 23
    --  Boston, September 11
    --  New York City, September 12
    --  Philadelphia, September 13
    --  Chicago, September 17
    --  Raleigh, September 25
    --  Dallas, October 23
    --  Houston, October 24
    --  Austin, October 25
Seats are limited. Please register here for your local city: https://www.a10networks.com/news/events-IPv6Roadshow.php

About A10 Networks

A10 Networks was founded in Q4 2004 with a mission to provide innovative networking and security solutions. A10 Networks makes high-performance products that help organizations accelerate, optimize and secure their applications. A10's AX Series Application Delivery Controllers deliver solutions for Application Delivery/Server Load Balancing, IPv6 Migration and Cloud Computing/Virtualization. The AX Series platforms lead in IPv4 preservation and IPv6 migration technologies (Carrier Grade NAT/Large Scale NAT, DS-Lite, NAT64/DNS64 and more) with many large scale deployments worldwide. A10 Networks is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices in the United States, United Kingdom, France, The Netherlands, Germany, Brazil, Japan, China, Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Australia and Singapore. For more information, visit: http://www.a10networks.com

About SevOne
SevOne, Inc. delivers the industry's fastest, most scalable, and comprehensive real-time network monitoring, troubleshooting and performance reporting solution. SevOne created a proprietary, next-generation distributed technology, called the SevOne Cluster(TM), that combines the cutting edge principles behind peer-to-peer sharing and big data clusters to scale smoothly so that millions of network elements, across all monitoring technologies, can be monitored and provide a single view to the user. Hundreds of customers, including the top cable companies, wireless network and managed service providers, and top financial services institutions rely on SevOne. For more information, visit: http://www.sevone.com

SOURCE  A10 Networks

A10 Networks

CONTACT: Kelly LeBlanc, A10 Networks, +1-408-325-8668, kleblanc@a10networks.com

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

New Multi-Platform Time Travel Adventure Series Infinity Ring(TM) Launches With Global Promotional Campaign From Scholastic

Kids Can Preview The Infinity Ring Online Game On http://www.infinityring.com Starting Today

NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Scholastic (NASDAQ: SCHL), the global children's publishing, education, and media company, today announces a massive worldwide campaign to promote INFINITY RING((TM)), a new multi-platform time travel adventure series for children ages 8-12, launching on August 28(th) simultaneously in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand with "Book 1: A Mutiny in Time" by New York Times bestselling author James Dashner.  As the pioneering force behind the groundbreaking and international bestselling The 39 Clues(®) series, Scholastic expands its innovative multi-platform publishing program with Infinity Ring, a fully immersive reading experience which combines books, an interactive "Hystorian's Guide" map, and an online game experience where readers travel back in time to "fix" history.

To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-multi-platform-time-travel-adventure-series-infinity-ring-launches-with-global-promotional-campaign-from-scholastic-166076856.html

Starting today through August 27(th), Scholastic has unlocked a special advance sneak peak of the action-packed 3-D Infinity Ring online game on http://www.infinityring.com. During the two-week sneak peek period, kids who play and register online will earn a special "Pioneer Medal," a digital reward for being an early adopter of the online game. The full game site experience, which will allow kids to play as main characters from the books, launches August 28, 2012. To preview the online game introduction video, click on this link.

The global promotional campaign kicks off in the United States with comprehensive television, online and print advertising throughout the fall season, as well as a national "Infinity Ring Rewrite History" classroom writing contest sponsored by Scholastic Book Clubs. The winning classroom will get a visit from Infinity Ring author and series architect James Dashner. The campaign also includes a national multi-city publicity tour featuring James Dashner who will make appearances in schools, bookstores, and libraries throughout the U.S. For a list of author events that are open to the general public, click on this link. Scholastic Canada will launch the series with an event in Toronto featuring author James Dashner, and has a major national print, video and social media campaign continuing throughout the fall. In the United Kingdom, Scholastic will supplement its social media and online efforts with thousands of Infinity Ring booklets to be distributed at amusement parks and heritage sites throughout the fall season. Each booklet will contain Infinity Ring sample chapters and a "QR code" directing users to the Infinity Ring online game site. Throughout August and September, Scholastic New Zealand is planning a massive television and magazine advertising campaign through partnership with a popular national kids' television show, local magazines and newspapers. In Australia, Scholastic will promote the series through a dedicated social media campaign and advertising in national magazines.

"As a leader in groundbreaking multi-platform publishing, we know that kids want to read for fun and it is our mission to help them find books that are relevant, exciting, and multi-dimensional," said Ellie Berger, President, Scholastic Trade. "Infinity Ring is a great example of innovative storytelling and we are excited to introduce this wholly integrated reading experience to kids around the world."

About Infinity Ring series:

History is broken and three kids must travel back in time to set it right. Told in seven books and seven interactive online game episodes, Infinity Ring invites readers to travel back in time to fix the "Great Breaks," moments in history that have gone terribly wrong. Each book in the series contains a free "Hystorian's Guide," a collectible map and game guide that provide readers the information they need to set history back on track in the fully immersive Infinity Ring online game experience. The Infinity Ring online game continues where the book leaves off. Each online game episode, while standing on its own as a complete adventure, ties in to the on-going plotline of the Infinity Ring books. In the online game, players explore realistically designed historical locations, while meeting and talking to historical figures.

About "Infinity Ring Book 1: A Mutiny in Time" by James Dashner:

When best friends Dak Smyth and Sera Froste stumble upon the secret of time travel -- a hand-held device known as the Infinity Ring -- they're swept up in a centuries-long secret war for the fate of mankind. Recruited by the Hystorians, a secret society that dates back to Aristotle, the kids learn that history has gone disastrously off course. Now it's up to Dak, Sera, and teenage Hystorian-in-training Riq to travel back in time to fix the Great Breaks . . . and to save Dak's missing parents while they're at it. First stop: Spain, 1492, where a sailor named Christopher Columbus is about to be thrown overboard in a deadly mutiny. For more information about "Infinity Ring," and to download digital images, visit http://mediaroom.scholastic.com/InfinityRing.

Scholastic, a leader and innovator in multi-platform publishing, broke new ground in September 2008 with the launch of The 39 Clues(®), the first series of its kind in the publishing industry which includes an integrated combination of books, collectible cards, and an online game. The phenomenally popular franchise maintains a massive global following with readers in all 50 states and 191 countries, and with the online game which has attracted more than 1.9 million registered users to date. There are currently more than 15 million copies in print worldwide for The 39 Clues series of books.

Visit Scholastic at our online media room: http://mediaroom.scholastic.com. 

SOURCE  Scholastic

Video:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-multi-platform-time-travel-adventure-series-infinity-ring-launches-with-global-promotional-campaign-from-scholastic-166076856.html
Scholastic

CONTACT: Charisse Meloto, U.S., CMeloto@Scholastic.com, or Denise Anderson, Canada, DAnderson@Scholastic.ca, or Alyx Price, U.K., aprice@Scholastic.co.uk, or Sarah Hatton, Australia, sarah_hatton@scholastic.com.au, or Mandy Fowler, New Zealand, mfowler@scholastic.co.nz, all of Scholastic

Sony Fulfills Demand For Advanced Smartphone Connectivity In The Car With New Entertainment Systems; Celebrates First MirrorLink(TM) Rollout In The US

New App Remote Unifies Music and Smartphone Apps

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony today introduced new in-dash CD receivers featuring Sony-exclusive App Remote technology, combining consumers' car audio music assets and smartphone apps into a single source list that can be controlled from the car audio system or smartphone. With App Remote, it is no longer necessary to go back-and-forth between the car audio system and smartphone to access a favorite tune. Music information such as album artwork is displayed on the smartphone screen, while incoming text messages can be read aloud through the car's speakers for superior driving convenience.

In addition, today the Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC), an organization driving global innovation for phone-centric car connectivity solutions, congratulated Sony on the first successful launch of MirrorLink(TM) certified products announced earlier this year at CES (https://news.sel.sony.com/en/press_room/consumer/mobile_entertainment/head_units/release/61399.html?CSRT=9698634404871615125). Available now, the XAV-601HD and XAV-701HD car stereos are the first to feature compatibility with MirrorLink, an emerging technology standard for controlling a nearby smartphone from the steering wheel or via dashboard buttons and screens.

"Sony continues to lead the connected car era with state-of-the-art mobile audio technologies," said Andrew Sivori, Vice President of the Personal Audio Group at Sony Electronics Inc. "Earlier this year, we were pleased to be first in bringing MirrorLink-enabled products to market. Now with the introduction of App Remote on some of our newest CD receivers, we're paving the way for improved smartphone access and control, delivering a seamless driving entertainment experience."

Integrated Bluetooth® Technology

Bluetooth® is built-in to the new MEX-GS600BT, MEX-BT4100P and MEX-BT3100P CD receivers, and each model features Sony's App Remote technology. Bluetooth head units from Sony support a complete music streaming experience, allowing wireless playback, track control, and display of song information from Bluetooth enabled MP3 players or smartphones. The receivers also offer USB connectivity for Walkman(®), iPod(®), iPhone(®), Android(TM), Blackberry(®), and other compatible USB devices, with dual ports available on the MEX-GS600BT model.

Sony continues to integrate control of Pandora® internet radio into new receivers. The Pandora-ready units let consumers listen to and control Pandora streaming content through connected iPhone®, Android®, and Blackberry® phones. Drivers will experience richer sound and customizable audio settings with Sony's Advanced Sound Engine.

The systems are also SiriusXM(TM) Ready, using the new SXV200V1 SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner Kit (sold separately, SiriusXM subscription required). The new SXV200V1 is the first SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner that receives an expanded channel lineup from SiriusXM with exclusive programming, providing more commercial-free music, plus sports and comedy, including SiriusXM Latino, 20 channels of the most comprehensive Latin programming lineup available to radio listeners, featuring 10 exclusive commercial-free music channels.

The MEX-GS600BT, MEX-BT4100P and MEX-BT3100P receivers will be available in November for about $249, $189, and $159, respectively, at Sony Stores, online at http://www.sony.com/car, and throughout the Sony Authorized Dealer Network nationwide. The MEX-GS600BT model, which features five-volt front/rear/sub RCA preamp outputs and a three-year warranty, will be available exclusively at specialty dealers.

CD Receivers

The new CDX-GS500R CD receiver features Sony's new App Remote technology for iPhone, while the new CDX-GT710HD model includes HD radio technology and a dynamic color illuminator for different light effects. Both systems are SiriusXM(TM) Ready and work with Pandora® on the iPhone®. The new models include USB connectivity (with dual ports on the CDX-GS500R model) for Walkman(®), iPod(®), iPhone(®), Android(TM), Blackberry(®), and other compatible USB devices.

Featuring five-volt front/rear/sub RCA preamp outputs and a three-year warranty, the CDX-GS500R receiver will be available in October for about $199 at specialty dealers. The CDX-GT710HD model will be available in November for about $149 at Sony Stores, online at http://www.sony.com/car, and throughout the Sony Authorized Dealer Network nationwide.

Sony and the Sony logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation or the respective companies.

"Made for iPod" and "Made for iPhone" mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.

Sirius, XM, SiriusXM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries.

MirrorLinkTM and the MirrorLink logo are certification marks of the Car Connectivity Consortium LLC. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.

SOURCE  Sony Electronics

Sony Electronics

CONTACT: Melissa Dolan, Sony Electronics Inc., +1-858-942-2986, Melissa.Dolan@am.sony.com

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

IGT Delivers Player Excitement and Interactive Game Play at the Peru Gaming Show

LAS VEGAS, Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT), a global leader in casino gaming entertainment and systems technology, announced today it will showcase its popular portfolio of top performing titles and engaging player experiences, at the Peru Gaming Show in Lima, Peru from Aug. 16 -17, 2012.

"Our Peruvian and Latin American customers are very important to IGT. We understand they are continually looking for the best games for their casino floors," said Eric Tom, IGT executive vice president of Global Sales. "IGT's world-class portfolio delivers new levels of entertainment to their players, which will be highlighted at the Peru Gaming Show."

Attendees at the gaming conference will experience IGT award-winning games with industry-leading features such as stunning 3-D graphics, interactive game play and innovative player experiences in the Company's unmatched library of video and spinning-reel themes.

Premiering at the Peru Gaming show are IGT's Hot Roll(TM) Triple Double Diamond® and Super Times Pay® slot machines, each with explosive payout features and awards that are nine and ten times the winning combinations. These interactive slots offer an exclusive bonus feature which enables players to slide their fingers across a pair of virtual dice on the touch screen and roll them across the top and bottom displays to win credits. Featuring Multi-layer Display (MLD®) technology, this game offers the 3D excitement and distinct gaming experience available only from IGT.

Additional titles debuting at the Peru Gaming Show include:

    --  Miss Red® offers players, unparalleled MLD® technology and Multiway
        Xtra® math offering 1024 ways to win with a wager of only 45 credits.
    --  Candy Bars(TM) Slots' sweet rewards will be on display featuring rich,
        3D content and low-denomination gaming action.
    --  Hot off the paws of the wildly popular Wolf Run® comes Wolf Run 2 Into
        The Wild(TM) Video Slots. The landmark popularity of Wolf Run® is
        improved upon with win-boosting random wilds, never-before-seen game
        graphics, and the ability to choose from two unique bonuses.
    --  Proven player-favorite Golden Goddess® features 3D MLD action and
        offers players Super Stacks(TM) and Stacked Wilds®. Selective stacking
        locks a major symbol on each spin for exciting base game play and larger
        payouts.
    --  Black Widow(TM) Video Slots weave a web of mystifying winnings for
        players featuring Super Stack(TM) in the base game and the Web Capture
        bonus increases awards when male prey symbols land in the center reel
IGT's unmatched portfolio of games will be located as booth No. 60. For more information, visit http://www.igt.com.

IGT Resources:

    --  Like us on Facebook
    --  Follow us on Twitter
    --  View IGT's YouTube Channel
    --  Check out our other games and systems
About IGT

International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) is a global leader in casino gaming entertainment and continues to transform the industry by translating casino player experiences to social, mobile and interactive environments for regulated markets around the world. IGT's recent acquisition of Double Down Interactive provides engaging casino style entertainment to more than 5 million players monthly. More information about IGT is available at http://www.IGT.com or connect with IGT at @IGTNews or http://www.facebook.com/IGT.

Golden Goddess and Black Widow were created by High 5 Games.  For more information on High 5 Games, go to http://www.High5games.com

SOURCE  IGT

IGT

CONTACT: Shelle Murach, IGT Public Relations, 1-775-448-0221, Shelle.Murach@IGT.com

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

MTN Satellite Communications and Wireless Maritime Services Partner to Introduce First Maritime Voice Application

Connect at Sea(TM) Application Enables Passengers and Crew to Stay Connected via Smartphones and Tablets

MIRAMAR, Fla., Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- MTN Satellite Communications (MTN), the leading global provider of maritime communications, connectivity and content services to remote locations around the world, and Wireless Maritime Services (WMS), the world leader in providing cellular service to the cruise line and ferry industry, today announced the availability of the Connect at Sea voice application, enabling passengers and crew to make cost-effective phone calls and send text messages from their personal Apple iOS or Android devices while at sea.

The unique features of Connect at Sea allow passengers and crew to make and receive calls from loved ones and friends or work from anywhere around the world. In addition, intra-ship calling enables passengers to connect with their friends and family onboard to make plans or keep track of one another. Crew can leverage this feature as well to call other vessels. 

Communication at sea is a complex matter and MTN and WMS have jointly developed a unique solution that not only offers a clear connection, but a service that works with a vessel's Wi-Fi infrastructure and data/voice prioritization strategy for the maritime industry.

Unlike other voice applications, Connect at Sea is built for the maritime industry and delivers high voice quality while keeping bandwidth usage low. In addition, customers do not have to purchase an Internet plan to use the application and can download it from iTunes or the Android store. Passengers can now keep in touch with friends and loved ones on their ship via cost-effective calling or texting as well as calling shore side. In addition, the application adds to any crew welfare initiative by offering a cost-effective way for families to communicate with their loved ones who are at sea for months at a time.

"The demands of today's cruisers are increasing and the industry is faced with the opportunity of bringing a solution similar to a land-based calling experience to the middle of the ocean for both passengers and crew," said Brent Horwitz, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Cruise and Ferry Services at MTN Satellite Communications. "Passengers expect to be able to make calls from anywhere in the world without issue and crew require a service that allows them to stay connected with family and friends while at sea. This joint solution between MTN and WMS fulfills this important communications requirement."

The Connect at Sea voice application is a valuable addition to MTN and WMS' suite of products, which provides cruise passengers and customers with a complete communications package, including voice, Internet, television and content.

"Customers want a choice of cost-effective mobile communication solutions as well as the convenience of using their personal device, and the Connect at Sea application meets that demand," said Jim McKenna, Vice President of Customer Support and Product Development at WMS. "After launching the industry's first 3G capabilities in the maritime environment in November 2010, the Connect at Sea application was the natural progression of our offerings to deliver capabilities that closely match passengers' calling experience on land. For those seeking more affordable pricing, Connect at Sea now provides it. For passengers who prefer simplicity, may not have a smartphone or would rather rely on the ease and convenience of their traditional way of calling, our standard cellular services remain firmly in place."

About Wireless Maritime Services
Wireless Maritime Services (WMS), is the world leader in providing maritime cellular phone service to the cruise line and ferry industry.  With service onboard more than 130 ships around the globe, the company specializes in mobile phone communications at sea, including voice, text messaging, email and web browsing for passengers and crew.  WMS technology allows cruise line and ferry passengers and crew to stay in touch with friends, family or business while at sea. http://www.wmsatsea.com "In our journey to provide cellular service at sea, we charted our course to cover the world."

About MTN Satellite Communications
MTN Satellite Communications (MTN), the first company to offer a stabilized Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) satellite solution for ships at sea, has contributed to the evolution of the satellite industry over the past three decades, delivering communications solutions that address the needs of people moving around the world.  Through MTN's reliable global satellite network and expertise, the company continues to deliver solutions across various markets while addressing the unique challenges and needs for each. Today, MTN offers services and solutions to cruise lines, commercial shipping, oil and gas, mega yachts, government entities and aviation markets.  MTN delivers and supports a broad array of integrated turnkey services, including remote access for Internet, voice services, remote IT management, global vessel tracking, bandwidth optimization, real-time video capabilities, crew calling solutions, and other enterprise solutions. For more information, visit http://www.mtnsat.com.

Press Contact for MTN
Christy Pittman
Welz & Weisel Communications for MTN
+1.703.218.3555 office
+1.703.200.1065 mobile
Christy@w2comm.com

Press Contact for WMS
Matt Wasicsko
+1 954 883 2425 office
Matthew.Wasicsko@wmsatsea.com

SOURCE  MTN Satellite Communications

MTN Satellite Communications

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

Smaato Adds New Capabilities to Leading Mobile Ad Optimization Platform

Real Time Bidding (RTB) Exchange, Ad Server and Mediation added to better serve mobile app developers and publishers

SAN FRANCISCO, SINGAPORE, and HAMBURG, Germany, Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Smaato, the leading mobile supply side platform and mobile ad exchange, today introduces three new capabilities to its industry leading mobile ad optimization platform, which includes the Smaato Real Time Bidding (RTB) Exchange, the Smaato Ad Server and Smaato Mediation. Smaato's latest features aim to help mobile app developers and publishers more effectively monetize on a global scale. Capabilities include:

Smaato Mobile RTB Exchange
Based on the OpenRTB standard version 2.0, Smaato's new global mobile RTB Exchange will provide Ad Networks and Demand Side Platform Providers (DSPs) access to high quality inventory and targeted mobile audiences, helping to increase eCPM and ad revenues for over 58,000 app developers and publishers currently using Smaato technology.

The Smaato global mobile RTB Exchange will deliver enhanced targeting options and increased access to a larger pool of high quality premium campaigns, which will in turn help to improve ad quality and relevance for advertisers. Other key Smaato RTB features include providing full transparency into ad serving as well as the ability to automate campaign settings, enabling campaign managers to "set and forget" and reduce campaign workload. 

The RTB exchange will also include a unique web-based RTB self-service testing portal, allowing Ad Networks and DSPs to test OpenRTB implementations. In doing so, DSPs and Ad Networks can conduct trigger tests at any given time. Once a DSP or an Ad Network has passed they can then go live without further verification, bringing enormous time savings for Ad Networks and DSPs and eliminating the need for manual testing.

Smaato Ad Server
Other capability to be included is the introduction of the Smaato Ad Server which allows mobile app developers and website publishers to cross-promote or sell inventory directly to advertisers through their own sales forces. The Smaato Ad Server will also offer all standard ad server functionalities, such as the ability to support video and rich media, as well as offering a wide range of targeting capabilities. 

Smaato Mediation
The addition of Smaato Mediation aims to help mobile app developers and website publishers easily and flexibly route traffic according to requirements. In addition to having control over traffic, Smaato's data-driven optimization engine also sources top paying ads, enabling mobile app developers and website publishers to get top dollar for premium inventory.

Smaato Mediation does not require a separate 3rd party SDK, which means very little integration is required in order to leverage multiple Ad Networks on a global scale.

"Our mission is to extend our platform with advanced new components to better serve the requirements and goals of fast-growing mobile app developers and mobile website publishers who want to monetize their inventory on a global level", said Ragnar Kruse, Co-Founder and CEO of Smaato. "With the availability of the new Smaato features, our customers and partners have all functionalities they need to be successful on a single optimization platform. This is a big advantage for our customers and helps them maximize their ad revenue through an easy-to-use, one-stop global ad optimization platform. For us this is a big step forward and it emphasizes our deep understanding of customer requirements and our market position as a technology leader and global monetization expert."

Detailed information about Smaato and the new components can be found on Smaato's revamped corporate website at http://www.smaato.com.

About Smaato, Inc.

Smaato provides a one-stop shop to mobile app developers to maximize mobile advertising revenues. Smaato provides Ads for Apps, and operates the leading mobile advertising optimization platform. More than 58,000 fast-growing app developers and publishers use Smaato to monetize their mobile inventory in over 230 countries with advanced real time bidding features and rich media ad formats.

Smaato's unique feature is the aggregation of 90+ leading Ad Networks and DSPs to maximize mobile advertising revenues. Through an open API and the widest range of SDKs, Smaato technology can be easily integrated with Ad Networks, DSPs, ad inventory owners (publishers, app developers and operators), and 3rd party ad technology providers.

Smaato is an initial member of the OpenRTB Mobile subcommittee and an active member of the Mobile Marketing Association, Singapore Infocomm Industry (SITF), Singapore IT Federation and the German Digital Media Association BVDW. Smaato received a Top 100 Private Company Award by AlwaysOn Media (2012, 2011, 2009 & 2007), is one of the AlwaysOn Global 250 winners in the Mobile category (2011), and was recently named a "company to watch in 2010" by Financial Analyst company GP Bullhound, among other awards.

Smaato Inc. is based in San Francisco, California. The privately held company was founded in 2005 by an experienced International management team. Smaato's European office is in Hamburg, Germany and the Asia-Pacific team works out of Singapore.

SOURCE  Smaato, Inc.

Smaato, Inc.

CONTACT: San Fransisco Office, +1-650-286-1198, americas@smaato.com; Germany Office, +49-40-3480-9490, emea@smaato.com; Singapore Office, +65-3157-1444, apac@smaato.com

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

Neologic Animation Inc. To Develop Mobile Version of Its Website And Games To Reach Its Students Everywhere

HANGZHOU, China, Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - Neologic Animation Inc. (OTCBB:NANI),- (The Company), an educational software company in the People's Republic of China, is
pleased to announce it has begun the planning for the development of
mobile versions of its Naniya World website and games.

Mobile use in China is booming especially with young kids. In an article
in The China Daily, Digital devices are playing an increasing role in children's development
after school, according to a survey released on Wednesday May 30, 2012.

http://www.china.org.cn/china/2012-05/31/content_25527239.htm

In the article it states, "In an era of mass information, children are
now living in an environment of diversified media. They have easy
access to emerging media devices such as iPads and cell phones, said
Zhang Haibo, of the Guangzhou working committee of China Young
Pioneers, a youth organization for Chinese children ages 6 to 14. 
Zhang, who directed the survey, urged parents to pay more attention to
the 'Apple generation' phenomenon, which refers to the rising
popularity of electronic media among children."

As part of the Company's business model to do joint ventures and partner
with youth centers, this article validates this strategy as it
comments, "To better provide entertainment facilities for children,
local authorities started setting up youth centers in residential
communities, said Yang Jundong, director of the Guangzhou Children's
Palace, a public facility where children can engage in extracurricular
activities.  'The youth centers in residential communities enable
children to better enjoy specially designed public education and
entertainment,' Yang said."  Some 30 new experimental centers will be
built this year, according to Yang.

The Company plans to be the leader in the after school education market
china and its future mobile services will be key to reaching that
status.

About Neologic Animation Inc. (the "Company")

The Company is an educational software development and marketing
company; currently developing a website to be marketed as "Naniya
World" for primary school students in China.  The website's goal is to
educate children how to develop and hone their creative skills through
interactive educational games that incorporate Adobe Flash. The games
incorporate a curriculum that has been developed by some of China's top
professors and child psychology experts. It sets itself apart from
other after school programs in China because it deviates from the
traditional methods of Chinese education.  The Company's mission is to
inspire every child in China to become the best student they can
possibly be by showing them that learning is fun.

For more information about the Company please visit our website at http://www.neologicanimation.com

Further information on the Company and its filings can be found at http://www.sec.gov

For further information, please contact:

Investor relations: Morningstar Corporate Communications

USA toll free 1(888) 603-3330 or NY local 1(646) 224-6902
NANI@mscorpcommunications.com

Forward Looking Statements

Some information in this document constitutes forward-looking statements
or statements which may be deemed or construed to be forward-looking
statements, such as the closing of the share exchange agreement.  The
words "plan", "forecast", "anticipates", "estimate", "project",
"intend", "expect", "should", "believe", and similar expressions are
intended to identify forward-looking statements.  These forward-looking
statements involve, and are subject to known and unknown risks,
uncertainties and other factors which could cause the Company's actual
results, performance (financial or operating) or achievements to differ
from the future results, performance (financial or operating) or
achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. 
The risks, uncertainties and other factors are more fully discussed in
the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange
Commission.  All forward-looking statements attributable to Neologic
Animation Inc., herein are expressly qualified in their entirety by the
above-mentioned cautionary statement.  Neologic Animation Inc.,
disclaims any obligation to update forward-looking statements contained
in this estimate, except as may be required by law.

SOURCE  Neologic Animation Inc.

Neologic Animation Inc.

CONTACT:  Investor relations: Morningstar Corporate Communications
USA toll free 1(888) 603-3330 or NY local 1(646) 224-6902
NANI@mscorpcommunications.com

ShopVibe: Pinterest meets Shopping.com

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- ShopVibe emerged from stealth-mode today announcing its social shopping platform that enables people to keep track of their shopping and instantly find lower prices, think Pinterest meets Shopping.com. A cross-channel application, ShopVibe is accessible through PCs, tablets and mobile phones.

"There has been a fundamental shift in how people consider and buy products in our highly connected and socially networked world. With the rapid adoption of smart phones, tablets and other Internet enabled devices, consumers now have access to a vast amount of product information but often don't use it to their advantage" said ShopVibe CEO and co-founder Ken Leeder. "A company that enables people to better manage their shopping in one convenient application will be the vanguard of the next revolution in consumer behavior in the multi-trillion dollar commerce market. ShopVibe intends to be that company."

ShopVibe's platform makes it easy for people to keep track of their shopping in one place. It enables people to:

    --  Save with one click.  Capture products from any retail site and
        instantly find lower prices.
    --  Track in one place.  Track products and prices in one place that is
        accessible from any device.
    --  Share with friends.  Share great product discoveries and advice with
        friends.
"Feedback from alpha users has been excellent and allowed us to improve overall user experience. Users are sharing products and really engaging with the app," says Leeder. "People like the fact that ShopVibe saves them time and money, as well as makes it easy to connect with friends around shopping."

The ShopVibe team is lead by co-founders Ken Leeder and Sandeep Nawathe, experienced entrepreneurs with complementary skill sets and a history of working well together. The two previously started a successful enterprise product information management company together called Full Degree.  Their other ventures include RealTravel, an award winning social travel site and AdForce, which went public in 1999.

ShopVibe is privately funded and currently in the process of closing its seed round.

About ShopVibe
ShopVibe was started in 2011 after co-founders Ken Leeder and Sandeep Nawathe witnessed their wives struggling to keep track of their shopping and searching many sites for better prices. ShopVibe is a social shopping platform that makes it easy for people to keep track of their shopping in one place, save money, and connect with friends around shopping.

SOURCE  ShopVibe

ShopVibe

CONTACT: Diane Vo, diane at shopvibe.com

Rackspace Delivers Opscode Chef(TM) with Rackspace Private Cloud

Integration of Opscode Chef(TM) with Rackspace Private Cloud Software Enables Businesses of All Sizes to Automate Deployment, Testing and Management of Private Clouds

SEATTLE, Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Opscode®, the leader in cloud infrastructure automation, today announced that Rackspace is delivering Opscode Chef(TM) with its new Rackspace Private Cloud Software. By combining Chef with Rackspace's new software, businesses of all sizes can install, test and run OpenStack-based private clouds in minutes.

Rackspace Private Cloud combines the capabilities of public cloud with the customization, reliability and control advantages of a dedicated environment. Leveraging Rackspace's experience in deploying and operating Openstack-based private clouds in a variety of environments, Rackspace Private Cloud delivers a simple solution for installing OpenStack private clouds in the datacenter, with Rackspace, or in a colocation facility.

"As enterprises deploy private and hybrid clouds to achieve scalable, dynamic infrastructure, OpenStack is emerging as the primary open source platform for building and running these powerful compute
environments," said Jesse Robbins, Chief Community Officer, Opscode. "With Rackspace Private Cloud and Chef, businesses now have a simple & scalable way to automate OpenStack clouds and maximize the advantages of cloud infrastructure."

"The key to getting the most from an OpenStack cloud deployment is the time it takes to achieve productive use," Jim Curry, general manager of Private Cloud business at Rackspace.  "Rackspace Private Cloud makes it easy to get an open private cloud running effectively, while Opscode Chef further accelerates the process by automating OpenStack components to ensure users get the most from their open cloud in the least amount of time."

Combining Rackspace Private Cloud and Chef provides users with a single, integrated software solution for installing, testing and running OpenStack-based clouds in minutes, no matter the environment. Available as a free download, Rackspace Private Cloud software is backed by an optional support offering and provides an easy-to-follow process for bringing open cloud infrastructure to full operation with minimal management. Using Opscode Open Source Chef, Hosted Chef(TM) or Private Chef(TM), OpenStack users can quickly and consistently deploy every OpenStack component, delivering full stack automation for OpenStack-based public and private clouds.

To learn more about Rackspace Private Cloud, or to download the software for free, please visit http://www.rackspace.com/cloud/private.

About Opscode Chef

Opscode's pioneering software, Chef, is an open-source systems integration framework built specifically for automating the cloud. No matter how complex the realities of business, Chef makes it easy to deploy servers and scale applications throughout an entire infrastructure. Through a combination of configuration management and service-oriented architectures, Chef, Hosted Chef and Private Chef make it easy to create an elegant, fully automated infrastructure while simplifying systems management. The Chef community features 16,000 registered users, 750 individual contributors, 135 corporate contributors and 500 cookbooks, providing a rich ecosystem of support for customers looking to make the most of their investment in the cloud.

About Opscode
Opscode is the leader in cloud infrastructure automation. Opscode helps companies of all sizes develop fully automated server infrastructures that scale easily and predictably; can be quickly rebuilt in any environment; and save developers and systems engineers time and money. Opscode's team is comprised of web infrastructure experts responsible for building and operating some of the world's largest websites and cloud computing platforms. More information can be found at http://www.opscode.com.

Press Contact:
Lucas Welch
lucas@opscode.com
206-745-0000

SOURCE  Opscode

Opscode

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

Allscripts® Integrates Telehealth into Electronic Health Records

Patients will have online access to care from virtually anywhere at any time

USF Health will be first to offer new care channels with Allscripts Electronic Health Records, powered by American Well

CHICAGO, Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Allscripts unveiled plans for a new telehealth solution to expand convenient access to care while enabling patients and providers to save time and money. The solution will integrate the American Well(TM) Online Care telehealth platform into the Allscripts Electronic Health Records (EHR) platform, taking another step toward Allscripts vision of a Connected Community of Health(TM).

Integrating telehealth with Allscripts EHRs will give patients new ways to access care, whether they are at home or on the road. Healthcare providers will benefit by offering high-quality online voice and video interactions documented via their electronic health record, enhancing care coordination across providers.

University of South Florida (USF) Health, a partnership of USF's colleges of medicine, nursing, public health and pharmacy as well as USF Physician Group, is planning to use this new offering in a unique relationship with The Villages, the country's largest over-55 residential community, located near Tampa, Florida. USF Health announced a partnership with American Well to make Online Care part of its integrated patient-centered healthcare system for The Villages.

"USF Health's mission is to establish a care model that represents the future of health, a university-community partnership with a specific focus on patient-centric and collaborative care," said Stephen Klasko, MD MBA, Chief Executive Officer of USF Health.  "We are delivering tomorrow's healthcare today by combining the most innovative EHR and telehealth platforms as a significant step toward ensuring continuity and delivering care directly to the homes of the residents of The Villages."

Consumers are used to online voice and video services to communicate with family and friends, paving the way for patients to be comfortable accessing healthcare online. And, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services identified telehealth as one solution for Accountable Care Organizations to improve healthcare outcomes and satisfaction.

"Allscripts telehealth solution will help provide convenient, safer and secure access to care and enable that care to be documented in the electronic health record--so that other providers can have up-to-date information. It will also give physicians an opportunity to get paid for telehealth, something that was a hurdle in the past," said Glen Tullman, Chief Executive Officer of Allscripts. "Our open platform architecture enables this integration, which we expect to be available in January, and takes us another step closer to a Connected Community of Health(TM)."

Allscripts is partnering with American Well, the leading U.S. telehealth company which currently partners with some of the country's largest payers. The companies will work to integrate American Well's Online Care platform into Allscripts electronic health records platform. The integrated product should reach general availability early next year.

"The momentum behind the telehealth movement is growing at a remarkable pace. As patients demand improved access to care, providers seek alternative delivery methods to deliver care efficiently and effectively as payment models trend away from fee-for-service," said Ido Schoenberg, MD, Chairman and CEO of American Well Corporation. Meanwhile, legislative and regulatory barriers are also being removed. Schoenberg added, "Today, forty state Medicaid plans reimburse for telehealth services and 16 states mandate private insurer coverage for telehealth - including four states which have passed such laws since March. Integrating Online Care with Allscripts Electronic Health Records will offer providers a solution to meet these mandates while improving access to quality healthcare."

Live Demo

Allscripts, American Well and USF will conduct a live demonstration of the integrated solution today at ACE, the Allscripts Client Experience, during the opening session at 9 a.m. Central Daylight Time. To watch the opening session visit http://www.allscripts.com/ace2012, and click on "Watch the opening address."

Clients will begin testing the integrated solution later this year. Allscripts expects the full solution to be generally available in 2013.

About ACE

ACE, the Allscripts Client Experience, is Allscripts annual client conference. Throughout the three-day event, ACE attendees will have access to more than 400 educational sessions, user group meetings and partners demoing on the Allscripts open platform.

About Allscripts

Allscripts (NASDAQ: MDRX) delivers the insights that healthcare providers require to generate world-class outcomes. The company's Electronic Health Record, practice management and other clinical, revenue cycle, connectivity and information solutions create a Connected Community of Health(TM) for physicians, hospitals and post-acute organizations.  To learn more about Allscripts, please visit http://www.allscripts.com, Twitter, YouTube and It Takes A Community: The Allscripts Blog.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Statements regarding future events or developments, our future performance, as well as management's expectations, beliefs, intentions, plans, estimates or projections relating to the future are forward-looking statements with the meaning of these laws. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, some of which are outlined below. As a result, no assurances can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will transpire or occur, or if any of them do so, what impact they will have on our results of operations or financial condition. Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, among other things: the possibility that the expected synergies, efficiencies and cost savings of the merger with Eclipsys Corporation ("Eclipsys") will not be realized, or will not be realized within the expected time period; potential difficulties or delays in achieving platform and product integration and the connection and movement of data among hospitals, physicians, patients and others; the risk that the Allscripts and Eclipsys businesses will not be integrated successfully; competition within the industries in which we operate; failure to achieve certification under the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act could result in increased development costs, a breach of some customer obligations and could put us at a competitive disadvantage in the marketplace; the volume and timing of systems sales and installations, the length of sales cycles and the installation process and the possibility that our products will not achieve or sustain market acceptance; the timing, cost and success or failure of new product and service introductions, development and product upgrade releases; competitive pressures including product offerings, pricing and promotional activities; our ability to establish and maintain strategic relationships; undetected errors or similar problems in our software products; the outcome of any legal proceeding that has been or may be instituted against us; compliance with existing laws, regulations and industry initiatives and future changes in laws or regulations in the healthcare industry, including possible regulation of our software by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration; the possibility of product-related liabilities; our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel; the implementation and speed of acceptance of the electronic record provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009; maintaining our intellectual property rights and litigation involving intellectual property rights; risks related to third-party suppliers and our ability to obtain, use or successfully integrate third-party licensed technology; and breach of our security by third parties. See our Annual Report on Form 10-K for 2011 and other public filings with the SEC for a further discussion of these and other risks and uncertainties applicable to our business. The statements herein speak only as of their date and we undertake no duty to update any forward-looking statement whether as a result of new information, future events or changes in expectations.

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SOURCE  Allscripts Healthcare Solutions, Inc.

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Allscripts Healthcare Solutions, Inc.

CONTACT: Investors, Seth Frank, +1-312-506-1213, seth.frank@allscripts.com, Media, Ariana Nikitas, +1-312-506-1236, +1-773-490-5657, ariana.nikitas@allscripts.com, Claire Weingarden, +1-312-447-2442, +1-773-484-5858, claire.weingarden@allscripts.com

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

Qualcomm Life Announces Availability of the 2net App SDK and Initiation of the 2net App Developer Challenge

- 2net Ecosystem Brings Together End Users, Developers and Data Streams to Create Rich Sets of Biometric Data for App Developers -

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Qualcomm Life Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM), today announced the availability of its new 2net((TM)) App Software Development Kit (SDK) on QDevNet. The SDK provides a consolidated data stream via 2net Connect Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) from the 2net Ecosystem, one of the most comprehensive and non-exclusive wireless health ecosystems in the world, making it available across different radio technologies, device types, applications and services. The APIs are available to developers on multiple data-enabled platforms, including Android, iOS and Microsoft platforms.

"The health and wellness market is ripe for engaging mobile applications that make self-care fun, and actually motivate positive health behavior change," said Rick Valencia, vice president and general manager of Qualcomm Life. "We have a group of 2net Ecosystem collaborators that are as eager as we are to encourage development of innovative apps that will add value to their existing devices and data, and will ultimately empower consumers to better manage their own care."

Qualcomm Life has teamed up with multiple like-minded and strategic 2net Ecosystem collaborators who have the right set of users, developer opportunities and data streams to encourage app development leveraging biometric data from their devices, including:

    --  A&D Medical Blood Pressure Monitor
    --  A&D Medical Weight Scale
    --  Asthmapolis
    --  BodyMedia FIT LINK Armband
    --  Entra Health Systems MyGlucoHealth(®) Glucose Meter
    --  Fitbit Aria Wi-Fi Smart Scale
    --  Fitbit Ultra Wireless Tracker
    --  FitLinxx Pebble(TM)
    --  RunKeeper
    --  MapMyFitness®
    --  Nonin Medical's Onyx(®) II 9560 Bluetooth(®) Wireless Pulse Oximeter
    --  Noom Weight Loss Coach & CardioTrainer
    --  Withings Smart Blood Pressure Monitor
    --  Withings Wi-Fi Body Scale
Happtique CEO, Ben Choder said, "The goal of all mHealth innovation is to connect patients and providers, and with the release of 2net, Qualcomm Life allows mHealth to reach that full potential. By enabling the secure collection and sharing of patient data, Happtique certainly sees 2net as a 'game changer' in the world of app certification and prescribing -- moving health apps from a means of patient engagement to tools for diagnosis and treatment. As providers and payers develop app formularies, I see them demanding this level of secure connectivity and data access. Any developer who wants a serious stake in the future of mHealth should 2net-enable their apps."

The 2net Connect APIs are for consumer-facing application use only. An example of an application that uses 2net Connect APIs can be found in the Macaw(TM) application launched by U.S. Preventive Medicine, Inc. on the iOS and Android platforms.

In conjunction with the availability of the APIs, Qualcomm Life has established the 2net App Developer Challenge to identify the best 2net-enabled applications. Submissions will be accepted from September 1, 2012 - October 1, 2012. Cash and other prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place winners, including: $20,000, $10,000 and $5,000, respectively. Winners will be announced at the 3rd Annual Wireless Health Conference, hosted by the Wireless-Life Sciences Alliance (WLSA), on October 23 in San Diego, California. The first place winner will be invited to join Qualcomm Life at its mHealth Pavilion where the winning app will be showcased. Eligibility, submission guidelines and evaluation criteria will be made available on QDevNet.

About Qualcomm Life

Qualcomm Life is defining and connecting the wireless health network to improve lives and advance the capabilities of medical devices. Qualcomm Life is focused on device connectivity and data management and empowers medical device manufacturers to deliver wireless health quickly and easily to those who need it. The Qualcomm Life team has the experience and the wireless know-how to make the enormous complexities of a wireless connection look simple.  We draw from our parent company's more than 25 years of wireless connectivity experience, know-how and universal interoperability to enable unified machine-to-machine (M2M) communications. To learn more, please visit http://www.qualcommlife.com.

Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) is the world leader in 3G and next-generation mobile technologies. For more than 25 years, Qualcomm ideas and inventions have driven the evolution of digital communications, linking people everywhere more closely to information, entertainment and each other. For more information, visit Qualcomm's website, OnQ blog, Twitter and Facebook pages.

Qualcomm is a registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. 2net and Qualcomm Life are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Qualcomm Contacts:

Emily Kilpatrick, Corporate Communications

Phone: 1-858-845-5959

Email: corpcomm@qualcomm.com

Jamie Eisinger, Qualcomm Life

Phone: 1-858-845-1033

Email: jeisinge@qualcomm.com

Warren Kneeshaw, Investor Relations

Phone: 1-858-658-4813

Email: ir@qualcomm.com

SOURCE  Qualcomm Incorporated

Qualcomm Incorporated

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

Triton Distribution Systems Acquired APEX 4

TIBURON, Calif., Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Triton Distribution Systems, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: TTDZ) announcing today that the acquisition of Apex 4 was completed and that all the 10,000,000 issued and outstanding shares of the company are now owned by Triton Distribution Systems, Inc.

Additionally Apex 4 officially changed its name to "Privileged World Travel Club, Inc". Effective immediately the company has an approved CUSIP number that will be published when needed on all official documents.

The company is also in the final stages of publishing and publicly introducing the availability of the latest state of the art website developed by Intuit of Mountain View in California. The website will accept newly applying members and provide access to travel services worldwide. Members will be able to chose travel packages and book them on a newly developed easy to use and classy reservation engine that encompasses the latest sophisticated technology. 

The website will be available in different languages including Chinese. International members will be able to book trips and vacation packages to the United States as well as to other places worldwide. Several services will be provided to the foreign travelers including travel, accident and health insurance packages while traveling internationally.

ABOUT TRITON DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS, INC.  http://www.tritonds.com

Triton is a low-cost, business to business internet based travel distribution and procurement solution. Triton provides the electronic distribution of travel inventory from airlines, car rental companies, hotels, tour & cruise operators and other travel vendors to global travel agencies and their clients.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This news release includes forward-looking statements. While these statements are made to convey to the public the company's progress, business opportunities and growth prospects, readers are cautioned that such forward-looking statements represent management's opinion. The company's operations and business prospects are always subject to risk and uncertainties.  Triton disclaims any obligation or intention to update any forward-looking statement.

Contact:
Triton Distribution Systems, Inc.
info@tritonds.com

SOURCE  Triton Distribution Systems, Inc.

Triton Distribution Systems, Inc.

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

Trimble Brings Smartphone Look and Feel to a Rugged Handheld Computer

Juno T41 Handheld Computer Offers 3.75G Voice and Data Option

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Trimble (NASDAQ:TRMB) introduced today the Juno® T41(TM) handheld computer, bringing a smartphone-inspired option to industries demanding a rugged field computer for data collection and mobile workforce management. The Juno T41 handheld is a developer-friendly computing device for real-world field conditions, with either Windows® Embedded Handheld or Android(TM) operating systems.

"With the release of the Juno T41, we are providing a rugged handheld that delivers the capabilities and convenience of a smartphone," said Jim Sheldon, general manager of Trimble's Mobile Computing Solutions Division. "It's slim, ergonomic design is thinner and lighter than other rugged computing products in its class today. Powerful, connected, compact and easy-to-use, the Juno T41 handheld computer is ideal for any mobile professional or demanding consumer."

The initial launch of the Trimble Juno T41 computer features:

    --  Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5 or Android 2.3.4 "Gingerbread" operating
        system in choice of 10 languages
    --  Multi-touch user interface with capacitive stylus compatibility
    --  8 MP camera with dual LED flash and geo-tagging
    --  3.75G cellular data, SMS text and voice capability option
    --  Bluetooth and Wi-Fi® b/g/n
    --  4.3" WVGA sunlight-readable Gorilla® Glass display
    --  GPS receiver with typical 2-4 meter accuracy
    --  Accelerometer and Electronic Compass
    --  Fully rugged design with IP65 or IP68 rating
    --  800MHz or 1 GHz processor with up to 512MB RAM
    --  Up to 16 GB non-volatile onboard flash storage, plus microSD card slot
    --  Built-in rechargeable 3300 mAh lithium-ion battery
The Trimble Juno T41 is available for order now with shipments beginning in September 2012.

About Trimble's Mobile Computing Solutions Division

Trimble's Mobile Computing Solutions Division offers innovative products that enable mobile workers to be more efficient in extreme outdoor and industrial environments. The Nomad®, Recon®, Ranger(TM), and Yuma® outdoor rugged handheld computers help users collect accurate field data and work more productively in any outdoor or service-related application. Trimble's handheld computers meet MIL-STD-810F/810G military specifications for drops, vibration, immersion and temperature extremes, and with IP65 to IP68 ratings, are sealed against dust and water.

To learn more, visit:  http://www.trimble.com/rugged.

About Trimble

Trimble applies technology to make field and mobile workers in businesses and government significantly more productive. Solutions are focused on applications requiring position or location--including surveying, construction, agriculture, fleet and asset management, public safety and mapping. In addition to utilizing positioning technologies, such as GPS, lasers and optics, Trimble solutions may include software content specific to the needs of the user. Wireless technologies are utilized to deliver the solution to the user and to ensure a tight coupling of the field and the back office. Founded in 1978, Trimble is headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif.

For more information, visit:  http://www.trimble.com.

Android is a trademark of Google Inc.

GTRMB

SOURCE  Trimble

Trimble

CONTACT: Willa McManmon, Trimble, Investor Relations, +1-408-481-7838, or Lea Ann McNabb, Trimble, Media, +1-408-481-7808, leaann_mcnabb@trimble.com

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

Centillien, the Worldwide Social Network for Companies

MIERLO, The Netherlands, August 15, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    http://www.centillien.com went live. Centillien.com is the only social network for
companies with public profiles. Centillien is created by a team with a passion for
facilitating open communication between companies worldwide.

    Centillien aims to be a user friendly platform where companies, no matter how large or
small, present themselves, find new distribution channels and establish partnerships.

    The main target group is the huge number of small and mid-sized companies worldwide.
They need extended presence on the web and global networking to pursue their goals.

    Centillien offers those companies the opportunity to display and promote their
products and services, to advertise for free and to build a true business network.

    Next to creating complete public profiles companies can advertise, write blogs,
display videos, manage events and publish press releases. By activating simple building
blocks twitter, news feeds, Google Maps, Skype and other gadgets can be integrated in
company profiles.

    The company profiles and activities are displayed in a clarifying way on one exclusive
page, thus in fact creating a dynamic company website for free. In addition, a higher find
ability in the popular search engines is experienced at no extra costs.

    Next to a large number of small companies famous large companies registered in
Centillien. Among them are companies like Google, HP, ING, Bosch Rexroth, Neways, Essent,
Mercure and APG. Also some government agencies and universities joined.

    In these few weeks Centillien registered 1250 companies globally, the majority based
in the US, India and the Netherlands.

    The growth of membership registrations accelerated to 25% per week in the last 14
days.

    Until today 35.000 visitors from 150 countries have viewed 200.000 pages. Centillien
supports five languages.

    Centillien is convinced that every human being develops a personal and a business
identity. These two identities need separate social networks for expression and further
development. Until now there was no social network dedicated to manage public corporate
identity.

    Supporting corporate identities is the main focus of http://www.centillien.com

Source: Centillien

For more information or questions please contact: Gerard Kanters +31-492-430100, email: gkanters@netcare.nl; Rob Betman +31-651-664736, email: robbetman@cs.com

Netflix To Launch In Norway, Denmark, Sweden And Finland In Late 2012

LOS GATOS, Calif., Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ: NFLX) today announced it will offer streaming of TV shows and movies for one low monthly price in Norway, Denmark, Sweden and Finland before the end of 2012.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20101014/SF81638LOGO)

Upon launch, broadband Internet users in the Nordic countries can subscribe to Netflix and instantly watch a wide array of Hollywood, local and global TV shows and movies; many with high definition video and Dolby Digital Plus surround sound.

Netflix has revolutionized entertainment by giving people a choice to enjoy what they want to watch from its broad selection, when they want to watch it, where they want to watch it for one low monthly price over a wide-range of Internet-connected devices. These devices include PCs, Macs, Smart TVs, game consoles, Blu-ray disc players, smartphones and tablets.

Now the world's leading Internet subscription service for TV and movies, Netflix has been streaming to millions of U.S. members since 2007, adding Canada in 2010, Latin America in 2011 and the UK and Ireland in early 2012. Using the unique Netflix recommendation engine, each member is presented a personalized list of TV and film titles to enjoy from the Netflix library.

People in the Nordics interested in becoming Netflix members can go to http://www.netflix.com to sign up to receive an e-mail alert when Netflix has launched. Further details about the service, including pricing, content and supported devices, will be announced closer to launch.

About Netflix

With more than 27 million streaming members in the United States, Canada, Latin America, the United Kingdom and Ireland, Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ: NFLX) is the world's leading internet subscription service for enjoying movies and TV programs. For one low monthly price, Netflix members can instantly watch movies and TV programs streamed over the internet to PCs, Macs and TVs. Among the large and expanding base of devices streaming from Netflix are the Microsoft Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii and Sony PS3 consoles; an array of Blu-ray disc players, internet-connected TVs, home theatre systems, digital video recorders and internet video players; Apple iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, as well as Apple TV and Google TV. In all, more than 800 devices that stream from Netflix are available. For additional information, visit http://www.netflix.com. Follow Netflix on Facebook and Twitter.

SOURCE  Netflix, Inc.

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20101014/SF81638LOGO
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Netflix, Inc.

CONTACT: Joris Evers, +1-408-658-0980, joevers@netflix.com

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

Carolina Piedmont Capital Launches New Website for Healthcare Professionals in Search of Financing

RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Carolina Piedmont Capital, Inc., Healthcare and Dental Finance announced today the re-launch of their improved website specifically designed to meet the financing requirements of healthcare and dental professionals.  The new website is more industry specific and user friendly. 

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120815/CL55588LOGO)

"Our prior website was receiving visitors, but these online visitors did not materialize into financing sales," said Stuart Anderson, President of the company. "The metrics reports showed a steady trend of website visitors which never correlated into an increase of loan or lease applications."  The new website now addresses the targeted market of healthcare and dental related professionals.  "There should be an immediate connection between our new website and the healthcare professional seeking financing," said Anderson.  Carolina Piedmont Capital Healthcare & Dental Finance is a full service consulting and financial services company designed to meet the financing needs of physician practices, ambulatory care, diagnostic and surgery centers, emergency medical providers, first response services and community medical centers.

According to the US Bureau of Labor and Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, employment of physicians, surgeons and the healthcare industry is projected to grow 24 percent from 2010 to 2020, much faster than the average for all occupations[1]. Job growth will occur because of continued expansion of healthcare-related practices, businesses and industries. Anderson stated Carolina Piedmont Capital is in a prime position for growth in direct correlation with the healthcare professions.  "We are thoroughly pleased with the design and layout of the new website and hope through it, the healthcare professional finds the financing they require to grow their practice," said Anderson.  Carolina Piedmont Capital's Healthcare & Dental Finance helps its clients make their best financing decisions by providing their clients a variety of different financing plans and options.

"Healthcare means money for both the patient and the practitioner," he says with a slight laugh. "Both sides need financing, not only the customers."

The new website was designed by Dynamic Digital Advertising of Philadelphia PA.

About Carolina Piedmont Capital -Carolina Piedmont Capital Healthcare & Dental Finance is a full service consulting and financial services firm designed to meet the financing needs of physician practices, ambulatory care, diagnostic and surgery centers, emergency medical providers, first response services and community medical centers.  For more information, contact Stuart Anderson, 919-424-6335/ Toll Free 888-216-3761 or visit them on the web at http://www.carolinapiedmontcapital.com

[1] US Bureau of Labor and Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/Healthcare/Physicians-and-surgeons.htm#tab-6

SOURCE  Carolina Piedmont Capital, Inc.

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120815/CL55588LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Carolina Piedmont Capital, Inc.

CONTACT: Stuart Anderson, +1-919-424-6335, s.anderson@carolinapiedmontcapital.com

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

Music Streaming Arrives in Asia as Deezer Pursues its International Expansion

JAKARTA, Indonesia and MANILA, Philippines, August 15, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

   
    - Deezer [http://www.deezer.com ] launches in Singapore, Thailand and
      Malaysia, followed by Indonesia and the Philippines
    - Web-based streaming services gives music fans music everywhere, on any device

    Global music subscription service Deezer [http://www.deezer.com ] is bringing
unlimited music to Asia this week, as the service launches in Thailand, rapidly followed
by Singapore and Malaysia. Launches in Indonesia and the Philippines are expected in
coming weeks.

    Deezer's arrival in the region will change the way people listen to music. With more
than 18 million tracks available at the click of a button across all devices including
iPhones, Android phones, Blackberries, laptops, tablets and wireless speakers, music will
be accessible to music fans in Asia in more ways than ever before.

    Axel Dauchez, CEO of Deezer, said: "We are thrilled to launch Deezer in Thailand,
Singapore and Malaysia during our first foray into Asia and look forward to rolling out in
the Philippines and Indonesia. There is a real passion for music here and we have no doubt
that Deezer's strong focus on local music and editorial recommendations will resonate with
fans in each country."

    Asia represents a huge opportunity for the European streaming music service Deezer.
High rates of smartphone penetration in markets such as Malaysia have given music fans the
opportunity to take their music and content with them wherever they go and access it from
any device. In Singapore, policymakers have recognized that consumers increasingly want to
access content from anywhere with a goal to provide 90% of households with high speed
internet access, while the popularity of ringback tone sales in Thailand suggests that
streaming services could benefit from offering consumers higher quality music.

    The launches consolidate Deezer's position as the one truly global subscription
service with a presence now in 91 territories worldwide. Deezer will launch in Indonesia
and the Philippines in coming weeks.

    Notes:

    Images: http://www.facebook.com/deezer

    More information: pr@deezer.com

    Deezer is a market leader in music streaming worldwide with 23 million users across 88
territories, 1.5 million Deezer subscribers, more than 800,000 Facebook fans and 350,000
Twitter followers. Deezer's users can enjoy new music every day as well as unlimited
streaming and a catalogue of 18 million tracks. Deezer's music services do not rely on
software downloads and are available on PC/Mac, all smartphones and connected devices.

   
    Discover Deezer
    http://www.deezer.com
    m.deezer.com
    Facebook.com/deezer [https://www.facebook.com/deezer ]
    Twitter: DeezerWorld

Source: DEEZER

Tom Kirkham, +44(0)207-260-2700,
Tom.kirkham@bluerubicon.com

Mandalay Digital Group, Inc., To Acquire The Global Mobile Assets Of Logia Group

Acquisition Will Enhance Revenue and Cash Flow, Widen Distribution and Expand Content Offerings of Digital Turbine While Seamlessly Integrating with Its User Experience

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Mandalay Digital Group, Inc. (OTC Markets: MNDL), a global mobile content provider, today announced that it has signed a definitive purchase agreement to acquire the global mobile assets of Logia Group, a leading mobile content development and management solutions provider. Mandalay and Logia previously announced a signed a letter of intent (LOI) to explore this acquisition in May 2012. The transaction is expected to close in early September.

"Once closed, Logia Group's mobile content and communication service offerings will immediately enhance Mandalay Digital's top line, profitability and cash flow profile. This is an example of the kind of transactions we are pursuing as we build out the Mandalay product portfolio and follow our strategic vision to roll-up the mobile content space," commented Peter Adderton, Chief Executive Officer of Mandalay Digital Group. "Logia's mobile solutions, carrier relationships, and global distribution capabilities will be a superb fit with the Digital Turbine User Experience, and together they will provide a 'best-in-class,' end-to-end solution for our carrier partners to fully monetize their own mobile content catalogs and third-party offerings."

Logia Group has gained recognition as an expert in innovative, mobile monetization solutions. The company's solutions are deployed in top-tier mobile operators and content providers worldwide and include white label app & media stores,in-app payment solutions, app-based value added services, device application management solutions, and mobile social music and TV offerings. Logia Group has close relationships with over 500 app developers and content vendors as well as pre-existing agreements with unique mobile platforms and service providers. Logia Group operates in more than 20 countries, providing services including in-app billing to more than 50 leading mobile carriers including Vodafone, Verizon, Telefonica, Turkcell, Deutsche Telekom among others reaching over 1.5 billion mobile subscribers. In addition, Logia Group has existing partnerships with industry leaders including Amdocs, Ericsson, and Alcatel-Lucent, among others.

Mandalay Digital is building a global media and communications company through the combination of strategic acquisitions and its current distribution network. Mandalay Digital is a comprehensive mobile content and service provider, and its many technology platforms including Digital Turbine (DT) allow media companies, mobile carriers, and their OEM handset partners to take advantage of multiple mobile operating systems across multiple networks, while maintaining individual branding and personalized, one-to-one relationships with each end-user.

About Logia Group
Founded in 2004, the Logia Group has gained recognition as an expert in innovative, mobile monetization solutions. The company's solutions are deployed in top-tier mobile operators and content providers worldwide. Privately-held, Logia Group is backed by prominent and experienced major international investment funds such as Ofer Media, Goldrock, and Plenus.

About Mandalay Digital Group
Mandalay Digital Group is at the convergence of internet media content and mobile communications. It delivers a mobile services platform that works with mobile operators and third-party publishers to provide portal management, user interface, content development and billing technology that enables the responsible distribution of mobile entertainment. Mandalay Digital is headquartered in Los Angeles and has offices in Europe and Latin America to support global sales and marketing. For additional information, visit http://www.mandalaydigital.com.

Forward Looking Statement
Statements in this news release concerning future results from operations, financial position, economic conditions, product releases and any other statement that may be construed as a prediction of future performance or events are forward-looking statements which involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements.  These factors include uncertainties as to levels of orders, ability to record revenues, release schedules, market acceptance of new products, changes in economic conditions and market demand, pricing and other activities by competitors, and other risks including those described from time to time in the Company's filings on Forms 10K and 10Q with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), press releases and other communications.

    Contacts

    Hayden IR
    Brett Maas, Managing Partner
    (646) 536-7331
    Email: brett@haydenir.com
SOURCE  Mandalay Digital Group, Inc.

Mandalay Digital Group, Inc.

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