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July 29, 2005
DDH Software Launches its Acclaimed HanDBase Relational Database for Symbian Series 60 Wireless Devices
Series 60 users to have immediate access to thousands of free and low-cost database applications available in DDH Software's Applet Gallery.
Wellington, FL (PRWEB via MobilityNewswire) July 28, 2005 -- DDH Software, Inc. today announced that a new version of its HanDBase relational database application is now available to owners of Symbian Series 60 handsets, such as the popular Series 60 smartphones by Nokia, Panasonic, Sendo and Siemens. The Series 60 version of HanDBase comes with a desktop version that enables users to create and manage their information before transferring the data to their mobile devices for anytime/anywhere access and data entry.
Since it was first introduced in 1999, HanDBase has enabled owners of Palm OS and Windows Mobile-based (formerly Pocket PC) handhelds to take their most vital information with them while on-the-go, earning prestigious recognition such as Handheld Computing Magazine's "Database of the Year" award along the way. HanDBase allows mobile device users to store volumes of data that can be easily viewed, edited, filtered, sorted, and searched whenever the data is needed. Now, users of Series 60 smartphones can create their own custom database programs for both personal and business purposes and never be without access to the information they need.
With the HanDBase Desktop application users can design their own databases from scratch or start from any of the thousands of free applets available at ddhsoftware.com —- all of which have been created and submitted by HanDBase users. Users can transfer the database to the Series 60 handset for convenient handheld access and data entry. Beyond its full-featured editing and design capabilities, HanDBase Desktop allows users to export files in Excel, Word, CSV, HTML or XML formats.
Another feature of HanDBase Desktop that increases its user-friendliness is its "plug-in architecture" for third party add-on applications. For example, a user can automate repetitive tasks such as exporting, importing, running external programs, or seamlessly moving data between HanDBase and other formats such as Microsoft Access, and other ODBC sources.
"DDH Software has been a long-time top seller on Handango and our network of channel partner sites with their database products for Palm OS and Pocket PC," said Clint Patterson, Vice President of Marketing for Handango. "We are thrilled to now offer DDH's popular and powerful solutions to millions of customers using Series 60 phones such as the Nokia 6200, 6600 and 6800 families."
"Our goal is to make HanDBase the premier mobile database program for all mobile platforms," said David Haupert, president of DDH Software. "Whether for business or personal purposes, we want all mobile device users to have access to the best mobile database available. The introduction of HanDBase for Series 60 is a big step toward making it available to all smartphone users."
HanDBase for Series 60 retails for US$19.99 and is available at the company’s Web site, DDHSoftware.com, or through Handango.com.
About DDH Software
DDH Software, Inc. is the maker of the award winning HanDBase database and forms software for both the Palm and PocketPC. Their software helps companies to mobilize corporate data efficiently and easily. We can be reached by phone at (561) 967-3668. More information here: www.ddhsoftware.com
Company Contact:
David Haupert
DDH Software
561.967.3668
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July 28, 2005
Smart Box Design Launches Word Watch Game for Palm OS, a Fun Race-Against-the-Clock Word Game
Smart Box Design, developer of high-quality games for PDAs and smartphones, announces the release of Word Watch, an entertaining word jumble game for Palm Powered mobile devices that pits the player against the clock in a race to unscramble words before the Word Watch winds down.
Seattle, WA (PRWEB via MobilityNewswire) July 28, 2005 -- Smart Box Design, developer of high-quality games for PDAs and smartphones, announces the release of Word Watch, an entertaining word jumble game for Palm Powered mobile devices that pits the player against the clock in a race to unscramble words before the Word Watch winds down. Word Watch offers distinctive game play with added bonus rounds that give players another chance to unscramble words and advance. Word Watch is the second in Smart Box Design's series of entertaining word games for handhelds.
“I love word games, and I try every one I can get my hands on. I can honestly say that Word Watch is my favorite word game ever,” says Jan Galbraith, Deputy Editor of Palm Addict, a popular online resource for information and reviews of Palm OS devices and applications. “I would probably even go so far as to say that it is my favorite game ever, in any category! The minute I started playing, I was hooked, and I have been addicted ever since! I can't imagine ever getting tired of it."
Those who enjoy word games such as Boggle and Scrabble, not to mention Smart Box Design's WordPop! game, will find Word Watch an addictive new part of their PDA game collection. Players of Word Watch are challenged to unscramble words before the allotted 75 seconds expires. The game presents one series of scrambled letters at a time and players must create the longest word they can find before time runs out in order to advance to the next round. However, Word Watch offers a unique twist: all unused letters go into a row of “red letters” which can be removed during bonus rounds. The game is over when the player receives their eighth red tiles.
For those seeking a more relaxing game, Word Watch also offers an untimed game and practice rounds. Other features of this game include 18 levels of difficulty, a word list with over 50,000 entries, and both strategy tips and a special interface to help the players succeed at the game. As with all Smart Box Design games, great detail has been put into the interface, graphics and sound effects.
Smart Box Design's word games are designed for players of all ages and skill levels. The breadth of the games' word list allows players to push the limits of their vocabularies and creates an excellent educational tool for parents and educators.
"Word Watch's engaging art, driving sound, and rich game play represent Smart Box Design's next level of quality,” says Todd Sherman, President of Smart Box Design. “Casual game players, especially those that enjoy word or strategy games will love Word Watch."
Detailed information about Word Watch and a trial version are available at www.smartboxdesign.com/wordwatch.html. Word Watch is available for $14.95
About Smart Box Design
Smart Box Design LLC, based in Seattle, Washington, was formed in 2003 by game industry veterans who share a common vision of creating exciting high-quality strategy games for mobile users. Smart Box Design licenses, develops, and publishes games for Palm Powered handheld devices. The company's games include WordPop!, Triples, Farkle, and Word Watch. For more information about the company, visit www.smartboxdesign.com.
The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.
Contact: Kevin Doel
Phone: 785-554-5336
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Skyrocketing Worldwide Sales of New Cell Phones Will Present a Significant Environmental Challenge for Years to Come
But the CEO of a company that recycles and re-markets old cell phones says people have options for dealing responsibly with their old phones.
OCALA, Fla. (PRWEB) July 28, 2005 -- With mobile phone sales projected to exceed one billion by 2009, the challenge of what to do with the old handsets they replace becomes more critical, the president of a company that recycles and re-markets old cell phones said today.
"We are already becoming more and more aware of the dangers of sending so many old cell phones to landfills, where they represent a serious pollution hazard," said James Mosieur, chief executive officer of RMS Communications Group Inc. "But the projections for new cell phone sales throughout the remainder of the decade are staggering – they tell us that we are going to have to be very serious about the environmental implications of electronic waste."
According to a study released by the research group Gartner, the cell phone is about to become the single most common consumer electronics device, with around 2.6 billion people using cell phones by the year 2009. Gartner projects that 1.04 billion cell phones will be sold in that year, compared to about 779 million sold this year.
"The mobile phone is the most prolific consumer device on the planet," said Ben Wood, a Gartner analyst.
Gartner's initial projection for 2005 was 29 million phones fewer than the 779 million figure. The company changed its projection upward because of stronger-than-expected sales, much of them driven by strong demand in developing markets and by consumers replacing old handsets with more sophisticated models.
While the sales projections are sobering from an environmental point of view, Mosieur is optimistic that pollution from e-waste need not become a serious problem as long as the public becomes increasingly aware of the options available for re-using and recycling old cell phones.
"While there is a huge market for new cell phones with all the latest features and capabilities, there is also a tremendous market throughout the world for used cell phones that may not have all the latest features but which are still serviceable and which provide wireless communications at low cost," Mosieur said. "That means many used cell phones have good market value and can be sold to companies like ours."
Mosieur's company pays cash for used cell phones. Phones that do not have market value are accepted anyway and are recycled in an environmentally responsible fashion.
Some of the used cell phones are donated to law enforcement agencies and social service agencies for use as 911 emergency phones.
RMS Communications Group Inc., a Florida-based company, has been in the used cell phone recycling business since the mid-1990s. It operates a number of web sites that people can use to sell their old phones: www.WirelessFundraiser.com, which helps non-profit organizations gather and sell old phones for cash; www.CellForCash.com, for consumers; and www.RecycleForUS.com, a national environmental initiative.
About RMS Communications Group Inc.
Based in Ocala, Fla., RMS Communications Group Inc. provides consumers and businesses a convenient way to get cash for cell phones that otherwise lay idle. Phones may qualify regardless of manufacturer – Motorola, Nokia, LG, etc.; or service provider - Sprint, Verizon, Cingular, T-Mobile, etc. The company often partners with non-profit organizations that find the collection and sale of old cell phones to be an excellent source of revenue. More information can be found at http://www.RMSComm.com.
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ASIC Architect's Endpoint Controller for PCI Express Successfully Passed PCI-SIG Compliance and Added to the Integrators List
ASIC Architect brings industry standard solution for PCI Express.
Santa Clara, CA, July 28, 2005 -- ASIC Architect, Inc., a leading provider of Cores and Solutions for PCI Express, today announced that PCI-SIG has included ASIC Architect's Endpoint Controller for PCI Express to its Integrators List. ASIC Architect has passed PCI-SIG-defined protocol, configuration, electrical testing, and successfully completed PCI-SIG's compliance checklist. The product has passed interoperability testing with Rootcomplex/Switch/Bridge vendors for PCI Express at the Compliance Workshop.
“We are proud to work with ASIC Architect to provide our board level expertise. The DINI Group and ASIC Architect focus on their core strengths, and provide one-stop complete solution to our Customers for PCI Express,” says Mike Dini, President of The DINI Group.”PCI Express is a complex technology, and partnering with ASIC Architect benefits our customers.”
“Our company's focus is PCI Express, and we are passionate about this technology. We are committed to bringing the best products and solutions to our customers in the domain of PCI Express. We passed PCI-SIG's Compliance and Interoperability Testing for PCI Express in our first attempt. This validates our stringent IP Core design, verification and silicon validation methodology,” said Kishore Mishra, President and CEO of ASIC Architect. “We provide full-range of Cores for PCI Express – Endpoint, Rootcomplex, Dual Mode – Root Port and Endpoint, Switch Port Cores and other solution logic that helps the customers to quickly integrate our core into their logic. We standby our customers from core integration through silicon bring-up.”
“We are happy to see ASIC Architect become a part of the growing PCI Express Integrators List,” said Tony Pierce, PCI-SIG Chairman. “PCI-SIG member companies, like ASIC Architect, play a major role in accelerating the adoption of PCI Express technology in the industry.”
About ASIC Architect Products:
ASIC Architect offers a wide range of Cores for PCI Express – Endpoint, Dual Mode – Root and Endpoint, Root Complex, Switch Port and related Solutions for ASIC and FPGA.
Key Features:
- PCI Express Specification 1.0a or 1.1 Compliant
- Low Gate and Memory Count
- Low Transmit and Receive Latency
- Supports x16, x8, x4, x2, x1 Lanes.
- Choice of 32/64/128 bit Datapath on Application Interface
- Choice of Single or Dual PIPE Mode on Phy Interface
- Technology Independent Design for ASIC, FPGA
- Excellent Support from Core Integration through Silicon Bring-up
About PCI Express technology:
PCI Express technology is the new industry-standard I/O targeted to provide local connectivity across desktop, mobile, enterprise and communications platforms. PCI Express resides at the center of enterprise interconnect innovations anticipated across storage, networking, and clustering and workstations. Next-generation servers, utilizing PCI Express technology, will offer powerful and cost-effective computing platforms, scalable hardware building blocks, market-tested best-of-breed solutions, and enterprise-class reliability, availability, serviceability and manageability.
About ASIC Architect:
ASIC Architect, Inc. specializes in providing IP Cores, Solutions and Services in PCI Express and Advanced Switching for ASIC and FPGA. Additional information about ASIC Architect, Inc is available at http://www.asic-architect.com/
*PCI-SIG, PCI Express, PCI, and PCI-X are either registered trademarks or trademarks of PCI-SIG in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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Dialog Semiconductor Display Drivers Chosen by QUALCOMM MEMS(R) Technologies, Inc.
Dialog Semiconductor Plc has announced that the company’s display driver technology has been chosen by QUALCOMM MEMS Technologies, Inc. (QMT) for its iMoD™ displays. QMT, a wholly owned subsidiary of QUALCOMM Incorporated formed after the acquisition of Iridigm Display Corporation, is responsible for developing leading display technology for mobile products using advanced MEMS (micro-electromechanical-systems) technology.
Kirchheim/Teck, Germany (PRWEB) July 28, 2005 -- Dialog Semiconductor Plc (NASDAQ: DLGS, FWB: DLG) has announced that the company’s display driver technology has been chosen by QUALCOMM MEMS Technologies, Inc. (QMT) for its iMoD™ displays. QMT, a wholly owned subsidiary of QUALCOMM Incorporated (Nasdaq: QCOM) formed after the acquisition of Iridigm Display Corporation, is responsible for developing leading display technology for mobile products using advanced MEMS (micro-electromechanical-systems) technology.
QMT chose to work with Dialog Semiconductor to take advantage of the company’s leading-edge driver technology for mobile devices, as well as Dialog’s long history of successful application specific IC (ASIC) development for leading wireless communications companies worldwide. Dialog Semiconductor launched its color LCD display drivers last year to address the need for high performance, fast response LCD displays in mobile products. Since then the company has seen strong growth in demand for these ICs as it commenced volume shipments to leading mobile handset manufacturers.
Roland Pudelko, CEO and president of Dialog Semiconductor, said, “QMT’s decision to use our ICs underlines Dialog Semiconductor’s emerging position as a leader in display driver technology. The combination of the power saving features of their iMoD displays and the efficient power management techniques implemented in our display drivers presents a powerful combined solution for mobile devices which need to offer increased battery life and provide high performance graphics capabilities to consumers.”
Using advanced MEMS (micro-electro-mechanical-systems) technology, QUALCOMM MEMS Technologies, Inc. (QMT) products will reflect QUALCOMM’s overall strategy of rapidly increasing the capability of mobile devices while driving down cost, size and power consumption. QMT is currently developing iMoD – a next generation display technology for the full range of mobile products. This industry-transforming display technology, combines thin film optics with MEMS structures to create an always-on display viewable in virtually any environment, that will create new value chains. Product release dates have not been announced.
Information about Dialog Semiconductor
Dialog Semiconductor develops and supplies power management, audio and imaging technology, delivering innovative mixed signal standard products as well as application specific IC solutions for wireless, automotive and industrial applications. The company’s expertise in mixed signal design, with products manufactured entirely in CMOS technology, enhances the performance and features of wireless, hand-held and portable electronic products. Its technology is also used in intelligent control circuits in automotive and industrial applications. Dialog Semiconductor Plc is headquartered near Stuttgart, Germany with additional design facilities in the UK, the USA, Austria and Japan. The company is listed on the Frankfurt (FWB: DLG) and on the NASDAQ (DLGS) exchanges.
QUALCOMM is a registered trademark of QUALCOMM Incorporated. iMoD and Iridigm are trademarks of QUALCOMM Incorporated. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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Instrumentation Engineering (IE) Awarded Test Systems Contract From General Dynamics-Electric Boat to Design & Manufacture Test Systems for New Virginia Class Submarines
General Dynamics-Electric Boat awarded the test system contract for Virginia Class Submarines to Instrumentation Engineering based on a high-quality, cost effective, modular test solution that demonstrated both technological expertise and substantial industrialization experience.
Oakland, NJ (PRWEB) July 28, 2005 -- Instrumentation Engineering (IE) today announced that it is manufacturing the first Submarine Flight Critical Component Test Bed (SFCCTB) for General Dynamics- Electric Boat. This test system will be used for the revolutionary Virginia Class Submarines. The stealth, firepower and unlimited endurance of these submarines will play a key role in the United State's defense well into the 21st century. IE intends to deliver an equally robust test system and is committed to providing test support throughout the lifecycle of the program.
"I am very proud General Dynamics selected IE on this critical program," said Pat Cupo, President of Instrumentation Engineering. "The SFCCTB requires not only IE’s in depth military test background, but also draws on our extensive optical and RF engineering expertise."
The key to the test system is the same as the key to the submarine—maximum technological and operational flexibility. The SFCCTB is currently designed to test 31 different flight critical components, configured as single or multiple UUT’s. IE’s design provides for future high volume capability and a monitored upgrade path. Operation, maintenance and reconfiguration are simplified by IE’s comprehensive documentation package, and sustainment issues are addressed by IE’s staff support specialists as well as IE’s commitment to non-obsolescence.
About General Dynamics Electric Boat:
With more than a century of experience, Electric Boat has established standards of excellence in the design, construction and lifecycle support of submarines for the U.S. Navy. Primary operations are the shipyard in Groton, CT, and the automated hull-fabrication and outfitting facility in Quonset Point, RI, with a current workforce of 11,300 employees. For more information, please visit www.gdeb.com
About Instrumentation Engineering (IE):
Instrumentation Engineering (IE) designs, develops and supports ATE system integration, test technology solutions and TPS development for the Military & Aerospace, Communications, Medical, Industrial, Automotive, Office Automation and Consumer markets. For 36 years, Instrumentation Engineering has been approaching production test issues with a unique combination of innovative test technology and practical manufacturing experience.
Founded in 1969, IE has the necessary engineering experience and time-tested development processes to create a virtual in-house test team. IE’s comprehensive test engineering approach simplifies the manufacturing process and compliments in-house talent. For more information, please visit www.ietest.com
This press release can be found on the Internet: http://www.ietest.com
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Global Market for Organic Electronics and Electrics Projected to Rise from $650 Million in 2005 to $30 Billion in 2015
(PRWEB) July 28, 2005 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c21430) has announced the addition of Organic Electronics Forecasts, Players, and Opportunities to their offerings.
The global market for organic electronics and electrics will rise from $650 million in 2005 to $30 billion in 2015, according to this brand-new report.
Organic electronics involves thin film transistors and displays for electronic products, where the key component is organic and all parts are expected to be organic in due course. It cannot be understood on this narrow basis, however, because we now have organic lasers, fuel cells, batteries, photodetectors and much more besides, with every prospect that they will be co-deposited using similar inks at high speeds on similar, or the same, equipment.
That means lower cost electronics and electrics, with greater reliability due to fewer interconnects and improved tolerance of damage. But the big picture also involves the replacement of most lighting with slimmer, flexible organic alternatives with lower costs and better environmental credentials.
The big picture has to involve a twenty year timeframe because some of this will take a long time. Uniquely, this report encompasses all applications and that vital, long timeframe. Developers of inks, printing equipment and processes can now see the full scope of their opportunity.
It s already established that organic electronics will be a $30 billion business in 2015 mainly due to logic, displays and lighting. It will be a $250 billion business in 2025, with at least ten billion dollars sales from logic/ memory, OLED displays for electronic products, OLED billboard, signage etc, non-emissive organic displays, OLED lighting, batteries and photovoltaics, with sensors almost at that level. And almost all of these products will be printed, flexible, laminar constructions using the same or similar processes. Important other products such as laminar organic fuel cells and organic electrostatic and RF protection are also in the forecasts. The report also analyzes territorial trends and partnerships.
Contrary to popular opinion, it was also found that much of the new organic market will be newly created and not replacing anything electronic. Where existing electronic and electric products are impacted, the extent will be varied. Examples of needs by different industries and case studies are given.
There are few other technologies that will have such an impact on industry in the next twenty years. Organic electronics in the form of smart packaging, electronic billboards, posters, signage and electronic books will impact the conventional printing and publishing industry. Organic lighting will severely dent sales of both incandescent and fluorescent lighting in the second decade from now.
For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c21430
Laura Wood
Senior Manager
Research and Markets
Fax: +353 1 4100 980
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Research and Markets: Significant Developments in Printed Electronics Today
Dublin (PRWEB) July 28, 2005 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c21436) has announced the addition of Printed Electronics to their offering
Printed electronics is a term that encompasses much more than the long awaited commercialization of thin film transistor circuits TFTCs and organic light emitting diode displays. Both will have greatest potential when we can print them on common packaging material. TFTCs will be more robust and lower in cost than silicon chips so they will appear everywhere from singing gift cards to smart medical packaging and moving colour pictures in electronic books. However, those devices are only a part of what is going on.
All significant developments in printed electronics are closely analyzed in this report. The many printed electronic devices and displays are also mentioned such as - electrochromic, electroluminescent, etc. - that are already a commercial reality even on flexible substrates. Today's successes also employ conductors, batteries, inductors, antennas, capacitors and electrically active materials that are printed. The moving colour billboard and gift card that are printed on flexible plastic are a reality today but rarely reported - there are lessons to be learned.
Other advances are close behind, including printed thin film fuel cells and solar cells. Later will come self-adjusting 'use by' dates, printed microprocessors and other wonders. The report describes three waves of development and the plethora of new applications and new suppliers being spawned as a result. However, it is not a listing of technologies but a thorough review of the changes in society that are driving these developments, a description of the new products that are needed and the very low prices at which these, usually disposable devices will sell in the millions to trillions. The most exciting suppliers and users that are emerging are identified and eleven-year forecasts are made by product. Brands will be reinvented to fight off the supermarket clones. The increasing percentage of dependent elderly will achieve better health and freedom thanks to ubiquitous disposable electronics. Automated, error free, pain free drug delivery from smart skin patches with sensors is just one example.
Those ignoring this revolution will miss the very rapid change in healthcare, consumer goods, military, postal and other sectors that results and the new legislation demanding the new levels of error prevention, safety and traceability that will become possible. They will not be among those creating major new companies and services from nowhere. They will be left behind.
Contents are entitled as follows:
First Generation Printed Electronics
Second Generation Printed Electronics
Third Generation Printed Electronics
Phase Four Printed Electronics
High Volume Applications Of Printed Electronics
Market Projections For Printed Electronics
Tables
Figures
For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c21436
Laura Wood
Senior Manager
Research and Markets
Fax: +353 1 4100 980
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July 27, 2005
HealthFitCounter Diet Tracker Offers New HotSync Feature for PCs
HealthFitCounters International, developer of the HealthFitCounter diet tracker, has developed HotSync software that allows theHealthFitCounter handheld diet tracker to be connected to a personal computer. Users can now download information concerning their diet goals and nutritional intake between their pocket-sized HealthFitCounter diet tracker and their home PC.
(PRWEB) July 27, 2005 -- HealthFitCounters International, developer of the HealthFitCounter diet tracker, is now offering their latest product, HotSync Software, free with all HealthFitCounter diet tracker purchases.
“One of the hardest things to do while dieting is to monitor your nutritional intake,” said Bob Przybysz, owner of HealthFitCounters International. “With HotSync Software, HealthFitCounter diet tracker owners can connect their handheld diet tracker to their desktop computer and easily add, edit, or delete foods in the HealthFitCounter diet tracker database. They can also add their own favorite foods and create personal graphs that shows the past day, week or month of nutritional intake and exercise activities. The HealthFitCounter diet tracker along with the HotSync feature is the perfect tool for anyone wishing to improve or maintain a healthy lifestyle through healthy nutritional intake.”
The HealthFitCounter diet tracker monitors calories, total fat, saturated fat, cholesterol, sodium, carbohydrates, sugar, fiber, and protein at a glance. It can also monitor exercise, and has a special user-defined category to track things like WeightWatchers points, water, potassium, and more.
The HealthFitCounter pocket-size diet tracker is ideal for:
* Weight loss
* Diabetic nutritional concerns
* Sports nutrition
* Monitoring nutrition during pregnancy
* Managing blood sugar or blood pressure
* Reducing the risk of heart disease through diet
For a limited time, HealthFitCounter International will include a 20% discount off all diet tracker orders, which will also include the free HotSync Software. To order the HealthFitCounter diet tracker or to learn more about HealthFitCounter International’s other monitoring products, visit www.HealthFitCounter.com or call 269-692-2307.
About HealthFitCounter International
Since 1996, HealthFitCounter International has been devoted to developing tools to help people meet their fitness goals.
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Digital Cameras Don’t Take Great Pictures, People Do
The popularity of digital cameras continues to explode; however, information for taking better photographs has been sorely lacking. Knowing how to pose subjects, use backgrounds, and compose shots makes the difference between a family classic and a soon-to-be-deleted image.
Bloomingdale, IL (PRWEB) July 27, 2005 –- “Owning a digital camera won’t result in great photos anymore than buying a basketball guarantees playing the game like Michael Jordan,” states site owner Robert Bezman. “Purchasing a digital camera is the easy part; using it well takes information and practice.” Thousands of sites provide information on which digital camera is the best to buy, but very few explain how to truly create spectacular pictures.
Spending $500 - $1,000 on a digital camera is not uncommon. Consumers read through the owner’s manual and immediately begin taking pictures. Disappointment usually hits once the images are reviewed on the computer. Consumers know how to operate their camera, but they often have no idea what is required to produce a superb photograph. Consumers forget that a digital camera is only a tool to create the end result… the best picture possible.
Best-Family-Photography-Tips.com was developed for first-time and amateur photographers to compress a five year digital camera learning curve. Professional photography tips are presented that address frequently encountered situations in numerous settings. In addition, key digital camera accessories and features are explained.
Capturing a waterfall where the water has a soft “cotton candy” look is dramatic – and simple, with some basic shutter speed and tripod tips. The time of day can make a huge difference for outdoor photographs. And, purchasing a polarizing filter for $12 can make sky and water photographs pop off the paper. These are the type of digital camera tips that are both simple to learn and easy to implement.
The most popular subjects for photographs are family members. Best-Family-Photography-Tips.com explains how to pose everyone from babies to grandparents, individually and in groups. Whether taking pictures at a family reunion, anniversary party, or summer vacation; digital camera owners are shown photographs and tips that illustrate what makes or ruins a priceless photo.
Best-Family-Photography-Tips.com is a family-oriented repository of easy-to-understand photography tips that addresses many categories, including:
• Baby, child, pet, and family group posing
• Family reunions, events, and vacation activities
• Indoor and outdoor techniques
• Daylight and night time opportunities
• Landscape and nature photography
• Flash, must-have accessories, and storage options
• Recommended camera equipment for different events
About Best-Family-Photography-Tips.com
Best-Family-Photography-Tips.com is a wholly owned site of Custom Photographic Expressions, a professional photography studio founded in 2003 by Robert Bezman.
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Allied Electronics Named Tektronix Platinum Certified Distributor
Fort Worth, TX (PRWEB) July 27, 2005 -– Allied Electronics has been named a Platinum Certified Distributor by Tektronix. The Platinum Certification is the highest level of certification that Tektronix awards its distribution partners.
“It is an honor to be recognized by Tektronix as a Platinum Certified Distributor,” says Lee Davidson, president of Allied Electronics. “The qualities that helped Allied earn this special recognition are all a part of our focused approach of putting our customers first.”
Tektronix is a test, measurement, and monitoring company providing measurement solutions to the communications, computer, and semiconductor industries worldwide. Tektronix certifies its distributors at one of three levels, Platinum, Gold or Silver, each year based on the distributor's ability to meet customer product, service and solution needs. Attributes that determine a distributor's level include stock availability, demo availability, sales proficiency, technical expertise, customer service, technical support, Tektronix Certified Distributor Training compliance and Consultative Solution Selling.
About Allied Electronics
Allied Electronics’ headquarters are located in Fort Worth, Texas with 57 sales branches across the United States and Canada. Allied is a subsidiary of Electrocomponents plc (LSE: ECM), the world leading catalog component distributor. Electrocomponents has operations in six continents and headquarters in Oxford, England. Ranked among the top North American electronic component distributors, Allied has been serving customers for over 75 years. For information, visit Allied Electronics at www.alliedelec.com.
CONTACT:
Roxanne Martinez, Allied Electronics
817-595-8566
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Great Resource Available for iPod Owners and Those Looking to Purchase One
Find out all you ever wanted to know about iPod's from this detailed and feature rich site.
Trevor Sadowski, a self confessed music nut, has been looking for an iPod. He decided that there was no overall resource that provided information across the whole market.
Therefore, he has set up a new web site for this purpose http://www.ipod-directory.com. This site has listings of all the main topics that you could wish to find about ipods. There is also a regular feature article on subjects relating to ipods and also there are relevant news releases.
This is a feature rich site which addresses the need for information and is available to review now.
The site contains information on iPod accessories and all the various types of device you can buy. You cannot buy anything directly on the site, it is meant to be an information resource that you can use when deciding which type of ipod to opt for.
For more information please visit http://www.ipod-directory.com
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July 26, 2005
Mobile Keyboard FrogPad™ Available as Accessory for Pepper Computer’s Pepper Pad™
The Pepper Pad is the first portable Wi-Fi device that gives consumers instant Internet and digital media access while also controlling other in-home devices through infrared or Wi-Fi. The FrogPad is a unique one-handed keyboard that extends full-text data entry to mobile devices.
Houston (PRWEB) July 26, 2005 -- One more impressive leap for FrogPad™! FrogPad, the one-handed Bluetooth keyboard, will be available through Amazon.com as an accessory for Pepper Computer’s Pepper Pad. The Pepper Pad is the first portable Wi-Fi device that gives consumers instant Internet and digital media access while also controlling other in-home devices through infrared or Wi-Fi. The FrogPad is a unique one-handed keyboard that extends full-text data entry to mobile devices.
"The FrogPad serves as a very natural complement to the Pepper Pad. For people who want to do text entry while using the Pepper Pad for wireless e-mail, IM or Web browsing, the FrogPad offers an alternative to the Pepper Pad's touchscreen and built-in thumb keypads. Like the Pepper Pad, the FrogPad is designed for portability and easy, wireless use," said Len Kawell, CEO of Pepper Computer CEO.
“We see the significance of the Pepper Pad integrating to every element of home entertainment. We are pleased that FrogPad will be offered as an accessory – enabling users to utilize all the functionality of the Pepper Computer with full text entry,” states president of FrogPad Linda Marroquin.
FrogPad is an innovator in one-handed data entry methods for mobile computing devices. The wearable Frog is the latest addition to the FrogPad product line which includes the iFrog BlueTooth™ FrogPad, the original FrogPad with two versions for left and right-handed users, and the slimmer white FrogPad.
The Pepper Pad is a 2.3-pound, Wi-Fi-enabled gadget, with an 8.4-inch, high-resolution screen, 20-gigabyte hard disk, built-in speakers and a thumb keypad, providing a powerful, versatile platform for a much wider range of online and off-line activities than any other portable device. Its 8.4-inch display is ideal for viewing full width Web pages and watching full-screen videos. The Pepper Pad, introduced this spring, is available exclusively through Amazon.com for $799.99.
Global Availability
FrogPad products are available for distribution through its offices and global partners in the US, Canada, the UK and all of Western Europe, Japan, Australia and New Zealand. Availability in Singapore will soon follow. To order from anywhere in the world, go to www.frogpad.com or call (US) 713-529-4474.
About Pepper Computer
Pepper Computer (www.pepper.com) is a digital home technology company that creates and markets software, hardware and services, which together deliver a total user experience that make broadband access and home control convenient and fun. Founded in January 2002, the company’s mission is to make consumer technology enjoyable to use and a pleasure to own. The company is privately held and headquartered in Lexington, MA.
About FrogPad
Houston-based FrogPad is a private company delivering its products through global partners. The wearable Frog is a fabric one-handed keyboard that is 1/5th the size of traditional keyboards yet easier to use, as it offers a logical key layout and design that encourages correct ergonomic posture. For more information, see: www.frogpad.com.
For further press information about Pepper Computer, contact: Mark Metzger 781-648-2564.
For further press information about FrogPad, contact: Tracy Rummel, 716 294 9888.
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July 25, 2005
Payment Guardian Introduces Latest in Payment Assurance Technology
SAN DIEGO (PRWEB) July 25, 2005 -- Get rid of the repo man & put the bill collector inside the customer’s vehicle! Payment Guardian, Inc. has patented the nation’s first wireless electronic payment-assurance system.
Designed to work with the electrical system of most cars, trucks, and SUV’s, Payment Guardian warns – then disables the vehicle when buyers who are financing or leasing stop making payments.
This revolutionizing new technology gives lenders the flexibility to finance buyers who may have trouble spots in their credit histories, and takes bill collectors and the threat of repossession out of the equation when payments are late or insurance is not current.
The system is installed in the vehicle before it is released to the buyer, and on command issues an audible reminder that the vehicle will not operate unless payment is made. The reminder can be customized in any language and also include the lender’s name & phone number.
Payment Guardian, Inc. holds the only U.S. patents on electronic payment-assurance systems in the country. The company has held its patents since 1998 when the first line of products was released. Since then, the company has sold thousands of systems to dealers and financial institutions nationwide.
“We use Payment Guardian on 100% of our retail contracts,” said Shawn Logan of United Finance. Credit Connection, a lending institution, reports that in three months, Payment Guardian has ensured zero delinquent accounts.
A new line of payment-assurance products and GPS tracking devices have recently been released, giving sellers additional protection and functionality. Though primarily intended for installation in vehicles, these systems can also work with any appliance or equipment which operates with an electrical system.
“Because of the rocky economy, consumers are increasingly relying on credit to make major purchases,” said Brian Snyder, CEO of Payment Guardian, Inc. “Our aim is to give consumers with less-than-perfect credit an opportunity to improve their credit rating by making it easier for dealers to extend credit to them while protecting themselves from non-paying customers.”
Payment assurance devices have been proven to reduce delinquencies and repossessions by up to 90-percent and virtually eliminate the necessity of contacting problem accounts. Payment Guardian's vehicle payment-assurance systems allow dealers to sell more cars with confidence to people who normally wouldn’t qualify for a vehicle loan while increasing lenders’ bottom line.
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Nathan Buzza – Entrepreneur of the Year 2005
On the back of the company’s recent success at the Telstra and Australian Government Small Business Awards, CommtechWireless CEO Nathan Buzza was declared the Western Region Entrepreneur of the Year for 2005 in the Technology, Communications, E commerce and Life Sciences category.
(PRWEB) July 24, 2005 -- On the back of the company’s recent success at the Telstra and Australian Government Small Business Awards, CommtechWireless CEO Nathan Buzza was last night declared the Western Region Entrepreneur of the Year for 2005 in the Technology, Communications, E commerce and Life Sciences category.
The story of Nathan’s success is nothing short of inspiring. At the age of 14, brain surgery threatened to quell his enthusiasm for life. Instead, Nathan created a software company called 'Data World' and developed a video game that was distributed worldwide by Philips Electronics. It was his hospital stint that gave him the inspiration to create a wireless messaging system to revolutionise the speed and efficiency with which staff in a hospital can communicate. He witnessed, first hand, the hectic pace of life in a hospital wing and knew that a faster way of receiving messages would save lives.
Nathan established CommtechWireless in 1992, at the age of just 21. After resigning his job as R&D Manager of Austco Communications, Nathan invested his entire personal savings to start CommtechWireless in a garage in the suburbs. His revolutionary idea, that a computer could exist as part of a communications network, came into its own in 1993 with the release of Nathan’s BASEPage product – a software program that integrates technologies with email, SMS, DECT handset and Windows® LAN capabilities.
Tirelessly improving and increasing the company’s product range, Nathan expanded the spectrum of the market place he served. Some of the innovative products developed by CommtechWireless include; a restaurant paging system using electronic coasters, alarm relays that send messages to pagers during an alarm event, 4 line alphanumeric pagers with various tone settings for priority notification and software that takes data from casino slot machines and monitors their status.
Recently, the US Government installed a CommtechWireless system to monitor the traffic of nuclear material through the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Here in Australia, Perth’s Burswood Casino implemented a CommtechWireless solution to take data from gaming machines and notify staff of customer service requirements.
Nathan’s innovation now propels a company whose turnover exceeds $15 million and provides safe and effective messaging to health care, aged care, hotels, restaurants, mine sites, emergency services, casinos, retail environments, corporate environments and government departments all around the globe.
In 2002, Nathan was awarded the Western Region Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Three years later, Ernst & Young have once again recognized Nathan’s achievements – as have many other companies, with CommtechWireless receiving innumerable awards including the CY O’Connor Award for Excellence in Engineering & Technology. Nathan will now represent Western Australia in the National Entrepreneur of the Year Awards being held in Sydney on the 24th of November.
In his acceptance speech at last night’s awards ceremony, Mr. Buzza thanked Ausindustry for their support in last year awarding CommtechWireless a substantial grant to help fund their innovative Research & Development department. He also gave special mention to his tirelessly dedicated team of staff.
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Mp3PlayerGuide Announces Comprehensive Mp3 Player News
Mp3PlayerGuide announces up-to-date comprehensive and authoritative news on the growing mp3 digital player industry. Mp3PlayerGuide covers everything from new products, to industry research to product reviews.
(PRWEB) July 23, 2005 -- Mp3PlayerGuide announces comprehensive and authoritative portable mp3 player news coverage. Starting today, the site will cover all facets of the latest digital player produced, including the popular iPod and Creative lines. No membership is required.
The site is immediately available at http://www.mp3playerguide.info
"By being able to meld smart design, good web development, and fantastic editorial work, we're able to offer a premium service to our readers," stated site founder Sergio Camarena. He continued with, "We're proud to say that if you're interested on a new mp3 player and want to know what's new, you only need to check Mp3PlayerGuide to find out."
Millions of Americans have purchased an mp3 player and hundreds of products and accessories are being catered to them. The iPod player has made an mp3 player an everyday accessory amd America hasn't seen a gadget frenzy like this since the Sony's Walkman. It's past due to have a dedicated site to sort out what's hot from what's not.
Besides daily news, product reviews from multiple corespondents will be featured. Because usage is subjective, each review will have multiple opinions.
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XJTAG Bolsters Technical Team with Appointment of Karl Miles
XJTAG Limited (www.xjtag.com), a supplier of boundary scan development and test solutions, has bolstered its technical team with the appointment of Karl Miles to the position of field application engineer.
CAMBRIDGE, England (PRWEB) July 23, 2005 -- XJTAG Limited (www.xjtag.com), a supplier of boundary scan development and test solutions, has bolstered its technical team with the appointment of Karl Miles to the position of field application engineer. Karl will provide technical support to XJTAG’s growing customer base in the UK and will also spearhead business development for the Cambridge-based company.
Karl joins XJTAG from BAE Systems where he was a lead hardware engineer working on the qualification and production phases of Eurofighter. Prior to joining BAE Systems in 2002, Karl spent five years with Nortel Networks as a senior digital hardware engineer. Karl has a 1st Class B.Eng (Honours) degree from Salford University.
“We needed someone with strong technical skills to support our rapidly growing customer sites across the UK and Karl has all the attributes we were looking for,” said Simon Payne, XJTAG’s chief executive officer. “He is a highly qualified hardware engineer that has experience of circuit design, debug and testing boards with JTAG devices such as FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Arrays). He is also highly ambitious and resourceful which is exactly the kind of person we look for at XJTAG.”
The XJTAG Development System was launched to meet the growing market need for cost-effective tools which could test smaller more tightly packed circuit boards increasingly populated by Ball Grid Arrays (BGAs) and chip scale devices. The powerful and easy-to-use system is designed to cut the cost and shorten the development cycle of electronic products. By using the JTAG chain and writing and then reusing test scripts, printed circuits can be tested and debugged in hours/days as opposed to weeks with other competitive systems.
XJTAG can test a high proportion of a circuit including JTAG and non-JTAG devices such as SDRAMs, Ethernet controllers, video interfaces, flash memories, FPGAs, microprocessors and many other devices. XJTAG also enables In-System Programming of FPGAs, CPLDs (Complex Programmable Logic Devices) and flash memories. The XJTAG Development System can migrate seamlessly through the product life cycle from early design to field support and repair.
The XJTAG system is used by board developers and manufacturers within market leading companies such as ARM, Barric, Benchmark Electronics, Cambridge Broadband, Celoxica, DiagnoSYS, Hansatech, IPWireless, nCipher, Prism Electronics, Thales and TTPCom.
For more information about the XJTAG Development System, please contact XJTAG Limited, The Irwin Centre, Scotland Road, Dry Drayton, Cambridge CB3 8AR, UK. Telephone +44 (0) 1954 213888, facsimile +44 (0) 1954 211565 or email e-mail protected from spam bots. Alternatively visit www.xjtag.com.
About XJTAG (www.xjtag.com)
XJTAG Limited is a specialist design and test tool developer. Its JTAG (Joint Test Action Group) development system offers a competitive solution for designers and developers of electronic circuits. Utilising XJTAG allows the circuit development and prototyping process to be shortened significantly by facilitating early test development, early design validation, fast development of functional tests and test re-use across circuits that utilise the same devices. The company is based in the UK at The Irwin Centre, Dry Drayton, Cambridge. XJTAG is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Cambridge Technology Group (www.cambridgetechgroup.com).
What is JTAG?
Advances in silicon design, such as increasing device density and, more recently, ball grid array (BGA) and chip scale packaging, have reduced the efficacy of traditional electronic circuit testing methods. In order to overcome these problems and others; some of the world’s leading silicon manufacturers combined to form the Joint Test Action Group (JTAG). The findings of this group were used as the basis for the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) standard 1149.1: Standard Test Access Port and Boundary Scan Architecture and subsequently the standard became known as JTAG.
Media contact (for XJTAG):
Martin Brooke
Martin Brooke Associates
Tel: +44 (0) 1223 244500
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July 22, 2005
Aloft Technologies™ Introduces Stereo Sound in the World’s Finest Ultra-Light, Passive Noise Reduction Aviation Headset
Aloft Technologies introduces a performance break-through, adding stereo fidelity sound to the world’s most comfortable, lightweight aviation headset. The new Clarity Aloft stereo headset will be unveiled at the EAA AirVenture Fly-In in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, July 25- 31.
(PRWEB) July 22, 2005 -- Aloft Technologies introduces a performance break-through, adding stereo fidelity sound to the world’s most comfortable, lightweight aviation headset. The new Clarity Aloft stereo headset will be unveiled at the EAA AirVenture Fly-In in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, July 25 - 31. Previously the Clarity Aloft headset was offered in monaural only. Technical officers at Aloft Technologies anticipate high acceptance in the marketplace for a pilot headset that exceeds the sound fidelity typically offered by competitors.
"The magnitude of requests for stereo sound from existing and potential customers has driven this new product offering," explained Bill Waterman, President of Aloft Technologies. "AirVenture attendees look for new product offerings every year, and visitors to our booth will have new features and benefits to consider in the Clarity Aloft stereo headset." Aloft Technologies will offer free product demonstrations throughout the week during the Fly-In.
One core advantage behind the move to stereo is that pilots and passengers with any sort of differential hearing loss can benefit from setting the sound level of the left and right speakers separately. The headsets will have volume control, as well as a separate balance control, a more robust feature than the dual volume controls used in other stereo aviation headsets.
The new Clarity Aloft stereo aviation headset will also feature a stereo audio input. This will allow pilots to listen to their iPods or CD players in full stereo sound during their leisure time. Best of all, there is no need for batteries due to the headsets ability to draw only a small amount of power from the aircraft panel.
According to Bill Waterman, "many customers who purchased the original mono version are trading up to the stereo version and Aloft Technologies predicts that demand for the new headsets will be high."
Aloft Technologies, headquartered in Maple Grove, MN, produces high quality, technologically advanced aviation products. For information contact Aloft Technologies at 612-747-3197 or visit www.clarityaloft.com
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Creative Materials Feeds Advances in Touch Screen Manufacturing
Creative Materials introduces inks for printing on touch screens. The use of touch screens has become prevalent in a wide variety of electronic applications: public information displays, retail and restaurant systems, customer self-service, control and automation systems, computer based training and assistive technology.
Tyngsboro, MA, (PRWEB) July 22, 2005 – The application team at Creative Materials, Inc., has introduced a family of three materials developed for printing on surfaces used in touch screen manufacturing.
The use of touch screens has become prevalent in a wide variety of electronic applications: public information displays, retail and restaurant systems, customer self-service, control and automation systems, computer based training and assistive technology. As the price for touch screens has steadily dropped over the last decade, touch screens have been more and more commonplace.
Creative Materials’ 118-09A/B-187, 118-09A/B and 118-41 are electrically conductive, modified epoxy systems that stick well to anti-reflective coatings, ITO coated glass and PET. These inks meet stringent requirements for thermal cycling and thermal shock, while maintaining good adhesion.
“As I travel across the country, I am frequently asked about appropriate inks for anti-glare and ITO coated surfaces,” said Joe Morano, application-engineering manager at Creative Materials. “For touch screen applications, I often recommend our 118-09A/B-187, 118-09A/B and 118-41 because of their stability and excellent adhesion. With these choices, the engineer can pick the product that best suits his requirements for pot life and heat cure.”
Creative Materials’ 118-09A/B187 is a two-component, solvent resistant, electrically conductive ink, coating and adhesive. The B-187 cures at the lowest temperature and has a shortened pot life (4 hours). The combination of 118-09A and B-187 curing agent allows for curing at a temperature of 65C. This material is very resistant to scratching and creasing, translating into user benefits such as extended life of the touch screen and prevention of surface-to-surface contact and scuffing.
Creative Materials’ 118-09A/B is similar to the 118-09A/B-187, but has a longer pot life (4 days) at a slight adhesion compromise to anti-reflective coatings. Other applications include, but are not limited to: EMI/RFI shielding of polyimide flexible circuits, polymer thick film circuitry, membrane switches and bus bars on Indium Tin Oxide (ITO) sputtered surfaces.
CMI’s 118-41 is a one component version of the above. Because of its relatively high cure temperature, it can only be used where the substrate can be subjected to the cure temperature. This product features excellent adhesion to glass, polycarbonate, Kapton, and a variety of other substrates, and is very resistant to scratching and creasing.
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BCD Semiconductor Manufacturing Limited Introduces High-Performance and Cost-Effective Motor Driver ICs
Feeding Full-Range of Dynamic Motor Driver ICs in Meeting Worldwide Customers’ Emerging Requirements
(PRWEB) July 22, 2005 -- BCD Semiconductor Manufacturing Limited (BCD Semi) recently announced a new 5-channel monolithic motor driver IC suitable for DVD players. It is designed exclusively for power system with 5V single power supply, and the electro-static discharge（ESD）of this highly-integrated AM5665 surpasses 3 kilovolts. Two of channels in AM5665 are BTL (Bridge-Tied-Load) drivers with current feedback which have high performance on maintaining the stability of control loop. The other two channels BTL drive spindle motor and servo motor; and the last channel is a dual motor driver circuit with output voltage management designed for managing tray-in and tray-out functions. Since a monolithic device applied to a system is inherently more reliable than that using several discrete devices, in which a failure in one of the components can jeopardize the performance of the entire system, AM5665, as a product integrated with the functions of AZ5954 and AZ6208B, enables it to facilitate the operation of DVD players with a more concise design. Therefore, adoption of AM5665 in system design can minimize the board space and, in the meantime, enhances the reliability and stability of the system.
Focusing on DVD players and the subsequent high-end product market, BCD Semi released a series of motor driver IC products based on 1.5um/15V bipolar process technology. For instance, AM5668, a 5-channel motor driver circuitry with high integration and cost-effectiveness, is a premier choice to serve DVD players and high-end motor driver market nowadays. BCD Semi also released to the common market a dynamic motor driver IC, AM5954A, which consistently meets the emerging requirements of new type DVD players. AM5954A is fully compatible with BA5954 and can replace AZ5954 and AAI5954.
Additionally, BCD Semi developed a 4-channel BTL driver IC, AM5901A, suitable for portable CD/VCD/MP3 players. This power control IC features built-in conversion control, reset, battery charge, short circuit protection and a free amplifier, a thermal shut-down circuit and low start-up voltage up to 1.8V. AM5901A has better performance on addressing, driving the motor and reading disk. It is compatible with AAI5901 and AZ5901, and can replace them directly as well. This product is a primary choice for various applications in portable CD/MP3/VCD players.
BCD Semi is an analog and mixed signal solution company which provides products and foundry services to worldwide customers. With design and manufacturing operation based in Shanghai, China, BCD Semi designs, develops, manufactures, and markets high-performance, cost-effective analog ICs for various applications. Products include Linear Regulator, Switching Converter, Standard Linear, Motor Driver, Audio Power Amplifiers.
BCD Semi's wafer fab focuses on Bipolar, BiCMOS, and BCDMOS technologies. In addition to serving its own product needs, the fab also offers foundry services to both fabless IC design companies and Integrated Device Manufacturers (IDM).
BCD Semi's target markets are best served with the leverage of design and proprietary process technologies. By having its own wafer fab and being located in the fastest growing consumer market, BCD Semi has the most competitive edge in addressing the market demands.
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July 21, 2005
CellForCash.com to donate 1,500 cell phones to non-profit organization that helps senior citizens
Phones For Life will give the phones to senior citizens as part of its ongoing program to provide emergency communications for the elderly
OCALA, Fla. (PRWEB) July 21, 2005 -- CellForCash.com, a website that pays cash for used cell phones, announced today that it will donate 1,500 cell phones to Phones For Life, a New York-based non-profit organization that provides emergency 911 phones to the elderly.
James Mosier, chief executive officer of RMS Communications Group Inc., CellForCash.com’s parent company, said his company decided to make the donation to mark Phones For Life’s decision to expand from a regional to a national organization.
“We have partnered with Phones For Life for some time, working with them to collect the used cell phones that ultimately find their way into the hands of deserving seniors,” Mosieur said. “We are delighted to work with them as they expand their mission to include seniors and others across America.”
Mosieur said CellForCash.com would donate 500 phones to Phones For Life every month for the next three months.
RMS Communications Group Inc. is a Florida-based company that has been in the used cell phone recycling business since the mid-1990s. The company buys old cell phones through a number of websites, including www.CellForCash.com (for consumers), www.WirelessFundraiser.com (for non-profit groups), and through www.RecycleForUS.com, a new industry-funded national cell phone recycling initiative.
Phones for Life was started five years ago by Dr. Dee L'Archevegue. It endeavors to improve the quality of life among seniors and others with special needs by providing access to emergency services through wireless technology in the event of medical or safety emergencies, including elder abuse.
About Phones for Life
Phones for Life is a national distribution center of wireless access to 911 and an informational resource center for members throughout the country. Fore more information about Phones For Life, visit the website at www.phones4life.org.
About CellForCash.com:
CellForCash.com pays cash for used cell phones, and makes the process simple by displaying the phones it will buy and the prices it will pay for them right on the web site. It also provides sellers with already-addressed, postage-paid mailing boxes. Its QuickShip option makes the process even faster. The site also accepts phones for recycling. For more information visit the web site at www.CellForCash.com.
About RMS Communications Group Inc.
Based in Ocala, Fla., RMS Communications Group Inc. provides consumers and businesses a convenient way to get cash for cell phones that otherwise lay idle. The company often partners with non-profit organizations that find the collection and sale of old cell phones to be an excellent source of revenue. More information can be found at http://www.RMSComm.com.
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Large Variable Frequency Drive Motors Are Now Protected By Aegis Sgr™ Shaft Grounding With 74 Additional Sizes
Electro Static Technology – ITW, manufacturer of the patent pending AEGIS SGR™ Conductive MicroFiber™ shaft grounding brush, released 74 new sizes with additional part numbers to cover any VFD driven AC motor with up to six inch (6") shaft diameters.
Mechanic Falls, ME (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) July 20, 2005 -- Electro Static Technology – ITW, manufacturer of the patent pending AEGIS SGR™ Conductive MicroFiber™ shaft grounding brush, released 74 new sizes with additional part numbers to cover any VFD driven AC motor with up to six inch (6") shaft diameters. The full parts list for all 137 individual sizes for shafts from 0.311" to 6.020" is available to down load at www.est-aegis.com . When variable frequency drives (VFDs) are used to control AC motors, currents are induced on the motor shaft. These currents build up until they are strong enough to discharge through the bearings, causing frosting, pitting, and fluting. Over time, these discharges can lead to premature bearing failure and motor failure. The AEGIS SGR conductive microfibers provide the path of least resistance for shaft currents to discharge to ground and prevent bearing damage and extend motor life.
The patent-pending AEGIS SGR is maintenance-free, lasts for the service life of the motor, and is unaffected by dirt, grease, or other contaminants. Now with the expanded part numbers, virtually any VFD motor, regardless of size and horse power, can be protected by this innovative new solution to prevent electrical bearing damage.
AEGIS SGR™ is easily installed by sliding the ring over either end of the motor shaft and locking it in place with simple screw-on mounting brackets. Because no machining is required, the SGR can be installed in minutes — even in the field.
Electro Static Technology is the global leader in the elimination and/or mitigation of induced electrical charges on rotating and moving surfaces. Other products include FLX-P™ flexible peel-and-stick passive static eliminators for printers, copiers, and other imaging devices. Electro Static Technology is a division of Illinois Tool Works (ITW), a $10 billion multinational conglomerate operating in 44 countries.
For more information, contact:
Adam Willwerth, Sales and Marketing Manager, Electro Static Technology, 31 Winterbrook Road, Mechanic Falls, ME 04256, Toll-Free: 1-866-738-1857, TEL: (207) 998-3493, FAX: (207) 998-5143, www.est-aegis.com
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July 20, 2005
Microstaq Inventor Masters MEMS Flow Control
Nelson Fuller has spent the past three years designing and developing a microchip for flow control systems at Microstaq, a start-up company located in Bellingham, WA. Microstaq’s MEMS valve technology holds promise for industrial automation, automotive, aeronautical, biomedical, refrigeration, and other flow control opportunities.
Bellingham, WA (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) July 20, 2005 -– Nelson Fuller has spent more than 20 years designing and developing fluid systems. For the past three years at Microstaq (www.microstaq.com), he has been engineering a silicon chip microvalve technology that holds great promise for the miniaturization of these systems. The micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) technology will soon make its way into a number of flow control applications where improved flow control performance and integrated intelligent control are sought.
Fuller spends his days designing and testing Microstaq’s new valve technology. He enjoys being part of a small company, after spending years working in the large corporate world. His work at Microstaq is extremely hands-on and team oriented, and he enjoys being able to see his work come to fruition.
“The buzz word is that you want a ‘disruptive’ technology,” Fuller said. “Our technology is such that it has the potential to replace all solenoid control valves, which is a pretty big market.”
Fuller came to Microstaq in 2002 after a successful engineering career at TRW Automotive. While with TRW, Fuller was key in the invention and commercialization of antilock braking systems, now a product mainstay of TRW.
After some initial design work on microvalves at TRW Fuller joined Microstaq, where he is now successfully testing this all-silicon valve at the company’s Bellingham, Washington labs.
Microstaq’s valve is a silicon MEMS technology, which means that its internal moving parts will not wear out. It is a tiny silicon wafer the size of a button that controls the flow of liquids, mists and gases at high pressures, replacing traditional control valves larger than a spark plug. In automotive applications its lighter weight and smaller size will increase fuel economy and reduce power consumption in every car, truck and SUV that uses it.
Fuller thinks the microchip-sized valve will revolutionize the flow control industry. He has kept his eye on the future, finding his work exciting and groundbreaking, as well as challenging at times.
“I basically did it because I saw that the industry had developed solenoid valves to the point that they couldn’t be made more efficient,” he said. “My desire has always been to stay ahead of the research curve.”
Fuller has a Bachelor of Science degree in physics from Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan, and was an aerospace photographic system repairman for the U.S. Air Force. He worked for Chrysler Introl Division in Michigan as a development engineer before moving on to Kelsey Hayes (now TRW) in the early 80s and then to Microstaq in 2002.
About Microstaq:
Microstaq (www.microstaq.com) is a privately held company founded in 2000 to bring MEMS technology to the flow control world of automotive systems. Microstaq designs, develops and manufactures high-performance MEMS silicon valve systems capable of operating in normal to extreme flow control environments. Microstaq’s MEMS valve technology holds promise for industrial automation, automotive, aeronautical, biomedical, refrigeration, and other flow control opportunities.
Contact:
Jeff Chance
Executive Vice President
360-734-8220 x102
www.microstaq.com
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QSI Offers New Version of the QTERM-G55 Rugged Graphic Operator Interface Terminal with Emergency Stop (E-Stop) Switch
QSI Corporation, manufacturer of rugged operator interface terminals, announces the availability of an Emergency Stop (E-stop) switch option on the popular QTERM-G55 human-machine interface (HMI) terminal. The QTERM-G55 with E-stop switch is a rugged, handheld HMI terminal using graphics and a keypad to interface with the user. It is the newest addition to QSI’s family of award-winning Qlarity™ graphic terminals and is now available.
Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) July 20, 2005 -- QSI Corporation, manufacturer of rugged operator interface terminals, announces the availability of an Emergency Stop (E-stop) switch option on the popular QTERM-G55 human-machine interface (HMI) terminal. The QTERM-G55 with E-stop switch is a rugged, handheld HMI terminal using graphics and a keypad to interface with the user. It is the newest addition to QSI’s family of award-winning Qlarity™ graphic terminals and is now available.
E-stop switches are used primarily in industrial robotics and automation applications; the intent is to provide fail-safe control to immediately shut down equipment operation when operator safety is threatened. The E-stop option for QSI’s QTERM-G55 provides the following features/benefits:
-The two-pole (four-wire) normally closed switch meets United States and European requirements for machine safety.
-The placement of the switch above the terminal display allows easy access without hindering normal terminal operation.
-The rugged switch and terminal housing can withstand one meter drops onto concrete.
The E-stop version of the terminal can be equipped with one EIA-232, -422 or -485 serial ports, Ethernet 10Base-T or a Power-over-Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af) interface. The QTERM-G55 has a 320x240 pixel, color LCD display measuring 96 mm (3.8") diagonal. (optional grayscale display available) and is viewable in most lighting conditions. Other industrial-grade features include 24-key or 40-key membrane / steel snap dome keypad with LEDs; 2 Mbytes flash / 16 Mbytes SDRAM; programmable speaker and real-time clock. The QTERM-G55 operator interface is ruggedized for use in harsh industrial environments (NEMA-12, CE certified housing). The terminal has an overmolded rubber boot, providing a superior seal, around an ABS polycarbonate plastic case. Terminal housing is available in blue, black or gray. The QTERM-G55 can be customized to be a part of your product with a custom key legend and company logo.
The QTERM-G55 operator interface uses an object-based graphic terminal programming language called Qlarity™ (pronounced Clarity). Designing a simple control panel interface or a complete stand-alone application has never been easier. The ability to use pre-defined objects, edit existing objects or author your own objects provides flexibility to the novice and expert alike. Qlarity Foundry™, a PC-based design tool, provides a Windows© environment for screen creation, application simulation, debugging and downloading to the QTERM-G55.
Graphic images of the QTERM-G55 with E-stop can be downloaded from http://press.qsicorp.com. A QTERM-G55 data sheet can be downloaded at http://www.qsicorp.com/pdfs/data_sheets/qterm-g55-ds.pdf. For more information contact QSI Corporation at 801-466-8770, Fax 801-466-8792, Web www.qsicorp.com or www.qlarity.com.
About QSI Corporation
Established in 1983, QSI Corporation is a manufacturer of rugged handheld, panel-mount and pedestal-mount terminals for industrial OEMs and commercial vehicle systems integrators. QSI’s human machine interface (HMI) and mobile data terminal (MDT) products include character and graphic terminals that are programmable, customizable, CE certified, and NEMA 4/12/13 rated. Numerous interfaces are available, including EIA-232, EIA-422, EIA-485, J1708, Ethernet and Power-over-Ethernet. Custom or semi-custom terminals withstand high levels of shock, vibration, humidity, and other environmental parameters. All QSI Corporation products are manufactured in the USA at the company's headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah. For more information, contact QSI Corporation at 801-466-8770.
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July 19, 2005
eView Technologies Enables Microsoft IE Support with Remote Video Surveillance Management Software
eView Web Manager enables remote access and viewing of digital video surveillance information via Microsoft Internet Explorer.
WASHINGTON, DC (PRWEB via MobilityNewswire) July 19, 2005 eView Technologies, a Security Automation Management company providing intelligent video surveillance technologies, today announced that eView Web Manager 2.01 works with Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 to provide an ideal platform for remote viewing of digital video surveillance security images over the Internet.
"Delivering support for Internet Explorer 6.0 is a significant achievement in terms of extending our technology, market and, most importantly, helping our customers to make their surveillance systems much more efficient,” said Kevin Shahbazi, eView Technologies’ President and CEO. “With Microsoft Internet Explorer, eView Web Manager provides a flexible and reliable remote viewing experience with enhanced Web privacy features for all users. With the help of Microsoft IE, we are enabling our clientele with a smoother access to their corporate video surveillance data, throughout the globe, 24x7.”
eView Manager 2.01 is eView Technologies’ product in the rapidly growing digital video surveillance security market. eView Technologies product suites offer a combination of hardware, software, systems, and networking technologies aimed at performing multiple security and productivity functions. eView Manager automatically identifies objects, detects motion and reports anomalies to desired or predefined equipment, email address, pager, cell phone or a wireless PDA. In a typical application, eView Manager captures images of the subject through a video camera, which can be monitored and viewed locally or remotely via Microsoft Internet Explorer (IE).
eView Technologies is a member of the Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC), the largest and most active tech council in the nation.
About eView Technologies
eView Technologies offers innovative security and productivity products for clients who desire to improve their security and IT infrastructure, to enhance their customers’ experience, and in turn, dramatically improve their own bottom lines. The eView Manager delivers an entirely new level of security and process management that introduces science into the digital video surveillance security technologies currently on the market. eView Technologies products suite protects against internal fraud and theft, sabotage, malicious acts and legal exposure. It also helps an organization to enjoy the same protection outside their physical boundaries. eView Manager is also designed to work with camera stacks from a wide array of manufacturers. eView Technologies markets and sells its solutions worldwide directly and through the channel, and a wide variety partners. For further information and press releases on eView Technologies, please visit http://www.eViewTechnologies.com or by calling (703) 378-8884, FAX (309) 401-5895.
Other product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners. Certain statements that are not historical facts including certain statements made over the course of this document may be forward-looking in nature. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance and achievements of the Company to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements implied by such forward-looking statements.
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Laser Xpressions Opens First Store to Overwhelming Support From the Public
New graphic design company’s dedication to customer service and original artwork leads to positive responses from its clients.
Freehold, NJ (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) July 19, 2005 -- After opening its first store just two months ago, Laser Xpressions (www.laserxpressions.com) has found that its dedication to customer service and beautiful laser images have led to a greater response from the public than could have been imagined.
Soon after opening, the graphic design company conducted a customer survey, which had a response rate of 78 percent. Not only did a majority of the customers take the time to complete the study, but each person provided the staff with positive feedback about their experiences in the store.
While the respondents were impressed with the customer service, they were also thrilled with the quality of the completed artwork. Many even suggested that the final project looked better than their original idea.
"(Laser Xpressions provides) an excellent choice of items -- very tastefully done -- and an excellent experience," said Charles Dombroski, a customer who purchased several items. "The gifts we purchased were very well received."
The company’s motto, "If you can imagine it, we can create it," encourages customers to request anything they dream up, which ensures that each person receives a unique and personalized creation. A standard project involves scanning, editing and processing a photograph of the customer’s choice. Once this process is complete, the designer can laser the image onto almost anything.
"It is up to the customer how extensive or how limited they want their project," says Aco (Alex) Sokolovski of Laser Xpressions, Inc. "We will work with the client to make sure they get exactly what they want."
Laser Xpressions' wide variety of products and services includes:
* Pate de Verre Crystal
* Hand-Blown Crystal Art
* Office Desk Sets
* Sport Times
* Bar Sets
* Telephone Sets
* Awards
* Cold Cut K9 Quality or Optic Crystal
* Inspirational Home and Office Sets
* Laser-Etched Images
* Hand-Etched Pictures on Granite
* Mural Work
* Caricatures
Laser Xpressions etches its artwork on materials from around the world, such as marble, granite, crystal, wood and metal. Products are made utilizing the latest technology and equipment, and free personalization is available with every purchase. This fall, Laser Xpressions is bringing in subsurface laser equipment that will be able to etch 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional images inside crystal blocks of all shapes and sizes.
Friendly, knowledgeable salespeople and technical staff are available at the store in Freehold Raceway Mall to assist customers with all of their project needs. For more information, please visit www.laserxpressions.com.
Contact:
Aco (Alex) Sokolovski
Laser Xpressions Inc.
732-303-9530
www.laserxpressions.com
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Trainingpass.Com MP3’s Turn Smart Gadgets Into Ingenious Devices: Cell Phones, PDAs and MP3 Players Now Affording Users More than Just Listening Entertainment
Smart gadgets just got a whole lot smarter thanks to the debut of the TrainingPASS.com hypnotherapy series. An online provider of training, sales, service, HR, marketing and business presentations, TrainingPASS.com is now jumpstarting people’s self-improvement goals with the unveiling of its MP3 downloadable hypnotherapy sessions.
Auburn, ME (PRWEB) July 19, 2005 -- Smart gadgets just got a whole lot smarter thanks to the debut of the TrainingPASS.com hypnotherapy series. An online provider of training, sales, service, HR, marketing and business presentations, TrainingPASS.com is now jumpstarting people’s self-improvement goals with the unveiling of its MP3 downloadable hypnotherapy sessions. Individuals who are seeking to improve their lives this summer season can access the sessions online at www.trainingpass.com/howto/.
By special arrangement, the TrainingPASS Sales Corp. has arranged for its series of hypnosis sessions to be converted into MP3s. What this means for individuals who are seeking to quit smoking, lose weight or boost their self-confidence is instantaneous access to the motivation they need to achieve success. The MP3 format affords self-improvement seekers unparalleled on-the-go portability, rendering the excuse of being unable to find time in one’s hectic schedule no longer viable. At the same time, TrainingPASS.com’s anonymous online nature eliminates the intimidation and embarrassment one might encounter in attending real-life hypnotherapy sessions.
According to IDC, the premier global provider of market intelligence advisory services, the worldwide compressed audio player (more commonly referred to as an MP3 player) market is booming and is expected to reach nearly $58 billion in revenues by the year 2008. That figure represents a five-year compound annual growth rate of 20%. No doubt about it, the world is increasingly embracing high technology and TrainingPASS.com is poised to meet that demand.
While the digital equipment that technology giants like Nokia, Sony Ericsson, LG Phones and iPods have introduced to the high-tech public were originally designed for entertainment purposes, TrainingPASS.com saw a learning-oriented opportunity in them and set out to fill it. The result of that inspiration is its six new hypnotherapy sessions. Smoking cessation, study habit improvement, weight loss, power-focused concentration, stress relief and unstoppable self-confidence are now just an MP3 download away. What’s more, these in-demand self-improvements are available for just a fraction of what a private hypnotherapy session costs.
Bob Therrien, President of TrainingPASS Sales Corp. is no stranger to the MP3 phenomenon. "When I got my new MP3 cell phone, I was thrilled to be able to bring my music with me everywhere I went. Then it dawned on me. Why couldn’t I harness that same fun and excitement into something that would enrich people’s lives?" He goes on to illuminate the MP3 hypnotherapy sessions’ benefits. "People who don’t want to attend a group session or shell out major cash for a private hypnosis, but who want that same level of privacy, will love the convenience that’s now available to them. Our hypnotherapy series is perfect for students, professionals and all individuals who want to improve their lives."
For more information on TrainingPASS.com’s downloadable hypnotherapy sessions, contact Robert Therrien at (207) 336-2286. To start improving your life for the better, visit the company online at www.trainingpass.com/howto/.
Contact Information:
Robert Therrien, TrainingPASS Sales Corp.
87 North Hill Road
Buckfield, ME 04220
(207) 336-2286
www.trainingpass.com/howto/
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July 18, 2005
CoroWare Launches Conformance Test Labs Subsidiary
The new company will ensure interoperability for the mobile service robotics community.
BELLEVUE, Wash. (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) July 18, 2005 – Moving to streamline the process of robotic systems integration, CoroWare, Inc. today announced plans to form CoroWare Test Labs, a CoroWare subsidiary whose mission is to provide impartial, objective conformance testing to ensure interoperability and standards compliance among intelligent, mobile service robotics applications.
CoroWare Test Labs, the first company to test for standards comformance in the robotics industry, will be located in Pittsburgh, Penn., a leading center for robotics research and development in the United States. CoroWare Test Labs is funded in part by a grant from The Technology Collaborative (www.techcollaborative.org), which operates various programs and initiatives designed to accelerate digital and robotic innovation in Pennsylvania.
"We’re looking forward to working with CoroWare as they apply their conformance testing expertise to agile robotics," said Chuck Brandt, chief technology officer of The Technology Collaborative. "The CoroWare Test Labs facility is yet another key step in the development of such products and systems, and signals the anticipated growth and acceptance of agile robotics solutions in the defense and early adopter commercial markets."
Slated to open on August 1, CoroWare Test Labs will develop test suites that assess conformance to the JAUS (Joint Architecture for Unmanned Systems) standard, which transitioned in 2005 to the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) AS-4 standard. JAUS was developed by the military to ensure communications among robots and robot subsystems from different manufacturers. As the SAE AS-4 standard, JAUS will move forward as both a commercial and military standard.
The mission of CoroWare Test Labs is to:
-Accelerate the delivery of interoperable autonomous / robotic solutions to commercial and military users.
-Accelerate the emergence of a standards-based robotics components market so developers can bring new robotics solutions to market faster using existing, proven, interoperable components.
-Verify basic interoperability among robotic platforms, subsystems and control systems.
-Support system level integration and testing processes and reduce risks and cycle times associated with the system level testing process.
-Eliminate variable results and duplicative cost when developers and integrators develop their own conformance and interoperability tests.
-Provide customers, certification bodies and other organizations with a means of verifying that their unmanned systems conform to the JAUS/SAE AS-4 specification.
"Before now, robotics vendors had no way to test their implementations against a fixed standard," said Lloyd Spencer, CEO of CoroWare and of CoroWare Test Labs. "This caused uncertainty among customers and long delays in development and testing time for vendors. With this announcement, we intend to eliminate much of the guesswork at the critical first phases of implementation, giving vendors a jump-start and assuring customers that the robotic systems they buy will interoperate with one another. With the formation of CoroWare Test Labs, we're accelerating the emergence of the standards-based mobile service robotics market."
"We're glad to have a team that knows standards conformance and brings their expertise in network interoperability to the robotics industry," said Todd Jochem, CEO at Applied Perception (www.appliedperception.com), a Pittsburgh-based robotics company. "Interoperability is especially important in military applications, where dozens of manufacturers are supplying robots that must communicate with one another. Having an independent evaluator able to certify each JAUS implementation is crucial as the industry matures. Overall, CoroWare Test Labs will help drive the growth of the mobile service robotics industry."
About JAUS/SAE AS-4:
The JAUS initiative was created to develop a reference architecture that promotes open standard communications with unmanned robotic systems. The JAUS standard has since been transferred to the SAE AS-4 committee for commercial and military uses. The JAUS/SAE AS-4 communication specifications comprise a component-based, message-passing architecture that specifies data formats and protocols for communication among unmanned robotic systems. Moreover, JAUS/SAE AS-4 defines messages and service behaviors that are independent of any specific implementation, including computer hardware, operator use, and vehicle platforms.
CoroWare Test Labs Management:
CoroWare Test Labs is headed by Martin Harvey. Martin has in excess of 30 years experience in the field of program and senior level management in IT development, implementation and consultation. During this time he has managed projects across a range of from one to 70 persons, a maximum value of $85M and profit/loss engagements up to $25M. His clients and employers have included large blue chips, a "Big 4" consultancy, small and medium size corporations, and start-ups -- domestically and internationally. Martin has an extensive background in telecommunications.
About CoroWare:
CoroWare is an innovative systems and mobile service robotics application integrator that delivers forward-looking solutions and services to help customers and communities realize their IT and business goals. CoroWare’s experienced team of professionals delivers integrated solutions based on Windows, Unix and IBM midrange platforms. CoroWare has depth of knowledge and breadth of experience in robotics integration, embedded/mobile system integration and market development. The company also designs and builds software for platforms that range from mobile handheld devices to mobile service robots. For more information, please visit www.coroware.com/.
Product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners.
Press Contacts:
Steve Genova
CoroWare, Inc.
503-722-5148
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Iteration2 Receives Outstanding Sales Recognition From Microsoft
Microsoft 2005 US Partner of the Year, Iteration2 continues to demonstrate success with Microsoft Business Solutions strategy.
Irvine, CA (PRWEB) July 18, 2005 -- Iteration2, Microsoft Gold Certified partner and newly awarded 2005 US MBS Outstanding Partner of the Year, recently received recognition from Microsoft for outstanding customer commitment and sales achievement and was named to the prestigious Microsoft® Business Solutions President's Club. This recognition honors Business Solutions reselling partners whose commitment to customers is reflected in their business performance and high level of sales achievement and customer satisfaction.
“Microsoft congratulates Iteration2 on achieving President's Club status,” said Microsoft Corporate Vice President, Craig McCollum. “Iteration2 truly understands how important customers are to Microsoft and has gone out of their way to make the customer's experience a positive one.”
“Receiving President's Club recognition from Microsoft is a testament of the highest quality professionals who work at Iteration2,” said Gary Peterson, Vice President of Iteration2. “This has been such an exciting year for Iteration2, we have built a solid vertical strategy based on Microsoft Axapta, Solomon, CRM, and our very own Field Service Automation solution, however it takes employees who share a common set of guiding principles and deliver clear business value to their customers. I feel proud of our team and dignified to be recognized as a leader from Microsoft,” Peterson added.
Iteration2 was started based on the premise that enterprise software was too expensive, complicated, and difficult to use and that Microsoft Business Solutions would change the game and improve the way business uses software in a very meaningful and profound way while increasing customer value.
About Iteration2
Iteration2 is headquartered in Irvine, CA, and provides its clients with a superior enterprise software implementation experience at an attractive price. This combined with Microsoft integrated technology stack and unsurpassed financial strength provides a platform for today and tomorrow. Iteration2 is the 2005 US MBS Partner of the Year, Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, leading provider of Microsoft Axapta, and a member of the prestigious MS Industry Builder initiative for their Field Service Automation solution.
Iteration2's vertical industry expertise, software industry domain expertise, and exceptional technical skills with Microsoft technologies provide their clients with clear strategic business advantage. Iteration2 has sales offices in strategic locations throughout the United States. Please visit the company's website at www.iteration2.com.
For more information:
Greg Sad, Marketing Director
Iteration2
(949) 789-1020
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July 15, 2005
W. M. Hague Company Exhibiting New Technologies at IMAPS 2005
New technologies for ceramic test, laser trimming, solderability, and SIR Test will be exhibited at International Symposium on Microelectronics.
Pepperell, MA (PRWEB) July 15, 2005 -- W. M. Hague Company will be exhibiting new technologies and systems for testing ceramic based circuitry, laser trimming, solderability test, and SIR test at the IMAPS 2005 show in Philadelphia September 25-29.
Technologies on display will include the new PHE Non-Contact C4 Semiconductor Package Tester. The PHE features a galvo-operated laser for die side open tests coupled with conventional spring probe fixturing that accesses the BGA side for shorts tests. The PHE Non-Contact C4 Semiconductor Package Tester also features CCD alignment, auto load/unload, and an ultra reliable design that make this the system of choice for volume operations. W.M. Hague Company will also be offering the R-580 low cost electrical tester for semiconductor packages, flex and HDI PCBs. The R-580 system, when combined with a low cost hand press fixture, provides a very low cost solution to challenging test situations.
In addition to the PHE, W. M. Hague will also be previewing the LSR-3230 Laser Trimming System for LTCC component trimming, hybrid component trimming, and organic component trimming. This latest innovation for Laser Trim requirements features no fixture or probe cards on top side, 2, 4, and 6 wire test capability, and touch screen operation. The LSR-3230 is a high performance laser trim system for passive and active trim applications and provides high throughput and low running cost.
W. M. Hague will also be exhibiting the MUST System II Plus, the latest technological evolution of the Multicore Universal Solderability Tester (MUST) that grandfathered all modern solderability test standards. The new MUST System II Plus is ideal for today’s needs to evaluate the impact of lead free solders. The MUST II Plus features globules capable of testing today’s smallest SMD components, automatic component alignment, testing of multi-leaded components and PCBs as well as immediate pass/fail information on completion of each test. The MUST System II Plus complies with all internationally recognized standards such as IPC/EIA/JEDEC J-STD-002B, IPC/EIA J-STD-003A, MIL-STD-883 Method 2022, IEC 60068-2-54&20 and 60068-2-58&69, and EIA/JET-7401.
In addition to the PHE, LSR-3230, and Must II systems W. M. Hague will also be offering Concoat Systems revolutionary AutoSIRTM SIR Test Systems. Surface Insulation Test (SIR) is used to evaluate electronic assembly materials and processes. These include bare boards, permanent solder resists, soldering fluxes, wires, and pastes. The goal of SIR testing is to catch dangerous propensities for electrochemical failure mechanisms. Current methods are unable to detect and record certain critical events. And research has shown that the influences of electromechanical activity on modern circuitry can create dendrite formations (or circuit shorts) within just 20 minutes. Increasingly, the industry is embracing reliability testing that is able to measure quantitatively the influences of both ionic and non-ionic contaminants.
For additional information contact Donald Hague or visit www.wmhague.com . Since 1959, the W.M. Hague Company has met the needs of US electronics manufacturers for high accuracy, high reliability PCB test systems, including Laser Trimming, Electrical Test, Reliability Test and Coating Systems. The W.M. Hague Company is the exclusive US distributor for Concoat Systems, Ltd., Luther & Maelzer GMBH, and Nidec-Reed.
W. M. Hague Company, 16 Lomar Industrial Park, Unit # 8, Pepperell, MA 01463 USA, Phone: (978) 433-3777 FAX: (978) 433-3690 Web:www.wmhague.com
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July 14, 2005
Heads Up Pioneer Launches New Radar-Detection Feature
The creators of the world's first personal Heads Up displays have just released a new product for motorcycles - the SportVue MC2 with radar alert.
(PRWEB) July 14, 2005 -- The creators of the world’s first personal Heads Up displays have just created a powerful new feature – radar detection display. The SportVue MC2 alerts motorcycle riders of the presence of radar in a personal helmet-mounted display.
"Using radar detectors on a motorcycle is tough because of increased road, traffic and wind noise. And it’s hard to mount a detector so the rider can see the display. SportVue MC2 is the answer," says SportVue creator and Indy 500 veteran racer Dominic Dobson.
The powerful, patented SportVue for motorcycles is the first display system of its kind. It mounts onto full-face helmets and gives riders faster access to speed, rpm, gear and now radar. The new MC2 unit is compatible with most existing radar detectors. The data appears in a personal display, focused at infinity. This breakthrough technology frees the rider from distracting glances down at dash-mounted displays and allows the rider to see data even while cornering.
SportVue MC1 and MC2 are available on-line and through a growing network of distributors and dealers. The units retail for $349-$389. For more information, visit www.sportvue.com.
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July 13, 2005
Digital Camera Costs Under Fire
Tougher competition brings prices down - consumers benefit.
(PRWEB via PR Web Direct) July 13, 2005 -- Demand for digital cameras is still on the rise and though considered high-tech only a year or two ago, they’re fast becoming an ordinary consumer item. By January 2006 more than half of all American households will own at least one digital camera, predicts the Photo Marketing Association (PMA.) As competition stiffens in this market, sliding prices are benefiting the consumer. Right now Samy’s Camera is offering a special on the Olympus Camedia D-535 Zoom, 3.2 Megapixel.
The ergonomic Olympus D-535 has an easy-to-use one-button, one-function operation. It features a 3.2-megapixel resolution, 3x optical zoom, built-in pop-up flash, 12 MB internal memory and XD Picture Card compatibility, and a movie mode with sound that can capture as much video as your memory card can handle.
If you are one of the thousands of consumers buying a digital camera for the first time, the wide variety of manufacturers and model can be quite confusing. The camera you choose depends on the type of photographs you plan to take.
It’s not so much about megapixels anymore – it’s about the quality of the picture you get. A megapixel contains roughly 1 million pixels, or picture elements, tiny squares of light that make up the digital image. This digital camera shoot out can give you an idea of how different cameras with the same megapixels perform.
Online reviews for the Olympus D-535 average four stars and include comments like, “The camera takes very good photos and the quality of LCD is excellent” and “This is my first camera and I got it because the reviews were favorable especially for the picture quality.”
Industry insiders and analysts say consumers today are looking for the best quality picture at the best price. They see average selling prices falling from the 2004 level of $340 to $295 by the end of 2005 and to $200 by 2009, predicts IDC, a market research firm in Framingham, Mass. These predictions make the current offer on this Olympus D535 digital camera even more attractive at $129.
For almost 30 years, Samy's Camera has been a resource for the professional and amateur photographer. This expertise is now available online at http://www.samys.com
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M.I.T. Enterprise Forum of Chicago Announces Appointment of Communications Committee Chair
Adam Fendelman, editor-in-chief of Midwest Business, Inc., selected to lead newly formed communications committee of prominent Chicago innovation and entrepreneurship organization.
Chicago, IL (PRWEB) June 13, 2005 -– The MIT Enterprise Forum of Chicago has announced the appointment of Adam Fendelman as chair of its newly formed communications committee.
Adam Fendelman is the founder and editor-in-chief of Midwest Business, Inc., the publisher of ePrairie. ePrairie.com, which is transitioning into Midwest.biz, is the Midwest’s No. 1 technology business news publication.
Fendelman is also a co-founder of eXtreme Networking, a patent-pending and software-based human networking algorithm that facilities offline speed networking for event and conference organizers.
In addition, he co-founded Chicago.com and various other online ventures. Fendelman earned his bachelor’s degree in print journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Journalism.
The MIT Enterprise Forum of Chicago’s new communications committee is charged with editing and distributing the chapter’s membership newsletter, content creation and managing media relations. The Forum will also be formalizing seven other key operating committees this summer.
The Chicago chapter of the MIT Enterprise Forum holds monthly events from September through June. In September 2005, the Forum will kick off its new season with an expanded mission, a rejuvenated look, an expanded board of directors, new committees and advisory councils as well as a significantly enhanced volunteer staff.
About the MIT Enterprise Forum of Chicago
The MIT Enterprise Forum is a non-profit organization that promotes the formation and growth of innovative and technology oriented companies through a series of specialized executive education programs. The Forum provides networking, leadership opportunities and provocative new ideas to senior business leaders while showcasing MIT’s role in innovation and entrepreneurship in communities around the world.
The MIT Enterprise Forum was established in 1978 and has 23 chapters worldwide. Participation and membership is open to the general public.
More information about the MIT Enterprise Forum of Chicago can be found at http://www.mitefchicago.org
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Adding Fast USB 2.0 to New or Existing Products and Equipment
USB 1.1 is useful for basic communications but for really fast transfer you need USB 2.0. QuickUSB® modu