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November 30, 2005

CD-ROM, DVD Duplication Ideal for Personally Presented or Mailed Digital Presentations

RBR Productions, a leading VHS, CD-ROM, and DVD duplication and replication provider, suggests using CDs or DVDs when producing personally presented or mailed presentations.

(PRWEB) November 30, 2005 -- Digital presentations are quickly becoming the norm for sales and marketing presentations; the new pamphlet or leave behind piece. RBR Productions, a leading digital media developer specializing in VHS, CD, and DVD duplication and replication, suggests using CD-ROMs or DVDs whenever producing a mailed presentation, or presentations that are left with customers.

“Compact discs are now the standard for cost-effective distribution of audio, video, and data because of their unique characteristics, including their high data capacity, excellent reliability, durability, worldwide standardization, portability, and low cost production,” said Rick Johnson, Vice President and General Manager of RBR Productions. “We perform CD and DVD duplication in a variety of disc formats. In addition to traditional CD-ROMs, DVD-Videos, and DVD-ROMs, we also offer CD and DVD duplication and replication on Business Card CDs and Shaped CDs, which we have found to be powerful marketing tools simply because of their uniqueness and portability.”

RBR Productions works with the client to produce top quality video, audio, and interactive multimedia for digital presentations and provides CD and DVD duplication and replication services ideal for distribution of:
• Sales and marketing presentations
• Instructional programs
• Convention applications
• Tapes for sale to the consumer market
• Presentations that will leave a lasting effect

All of RBR Productions’ replication facilities not only meet industry standards, but surpass them. They have established strategic partnerships with several facilities to provide the flexible, quality options to best suit each client’s individual needs and produce all CD and DVD duplication and replication service orders on time and within budget, no matter how small or large the run.

Digital presentation is the next step for sales and marketing presentations. To have RBR Productions create a digital presentation on a business card or shaped CD or a traditional CD-ROM or DVD as a leave-behind or mailed marketing presentation, visit www.RBRProductions.com or call 847-362-4060.

About RBR Productions
RBR Productions, which began as Rainbow Bridge Recording in 1977, is a leading producer of digital multimedia and CD and DVD duplication and replication. Their qualified personnel includes producers, directors, camera operators, scriptwriters, graphic designers, and web developers. All of RBR's staff is skilled in today's cutting edge software that will produce a top quality package.

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firstSTREET Announces the iTheater for the Video iPOD and Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP)

The iTheater enables anyone with an iPod, PSP, portable DVD, computer or video game to wear a home theater system on their head -- weighing just 3 ounces. It simulates watching a 50-inch TV screen from 8.5 feet away.

(PRWEB) November 30, 2005 -- FirstSTREET, a Top 400 Internet retailer, specializing in "unique, yet practical gadgets" -- announced the launch of the iTheater portable entertainment system. The iTheater is a lightweight, video visor enabling users of Apple's video iPod and other video output devices to upgrade their viewing screen. Even though the LCDs are only an inch from the user's eyes, the optics create the effect of a 50-inch TV screen viewed from 8.5 feet away. It features two full-color, liquid-crystal displays that support 320x240 lines of resolution each. The ear buds conveniently store in the foldable frames. It connects easily to most cable boxes, VCRs, DVD players, laptops and video game systems. What's more, the iTheater can be used with video cell phones or a photo iPod for viewing photos or clips on a bigger screen.

Lighter and more comfortable than other units, the iTheater weighs just 3 ounces, and offers high quality surround stereo audio. The iTheater comes with a portable power source as well as two "AA" batteries that keep this entertainment center going for up to 6-8 viewing hours.

In the coming weeks, the iTheater will also work with Sony's PlayStation portable (PSP). With the recent announcement by Tivo that it will let subscribers transfer recorded television programming to Apple iPod digital music players or PSP devices -- the iTheater provides an alternative to the smaller screens that come with these platforms. This will make the iTheater highly convenient for watching tv shows and other distributed programming on the go.

The iTheater is priced at $499.00. The iPod® Plug for the iTheater is an additional $29.95. Given its pricing and functionality, the iTheater is designed for serious gamers, video enthusiasts and travelers who insist on being connected to portable entertainment.

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Heidelberg Instruments, GmbH, Receives an Order for a Large Area Maskless Lithography System From Japan

Heidelberg Instruments, GmbH, Heidelberg, Germany, a leading supplier of direct write laser lithography systems, announced the repeat order of an advanced MW800 system by Toyo Precision Parts MFG. Co., Ltd, Japan.

Heidelberg, Germany (PRWEB) November 30, 2005 -- Heidelberg Instruments, GmbH, Heidelberg, Germany, a leading supplier of direct write laser lithography systems, announced the repeat order of an advanced MW800 system by Toyo Precision Parts MFG. Co., Ltd, Japan. This system will be used for production of advanced large area photomasks and will be capable of exposure of submicron structures.

“Toyo is making the best use of lithography technology to provide one continuous service of circuit design, photomask manufacturing and etching. Toyo becomes a leading photomask supplier for medium size LCD and packaging field after the installation of DWL system. And Toyo is going to have a new high end DWL system to meet the customers' expectations of better quality, lower cost, and shorter delivery,” says Mr. Michinori Maeda, Toyo Precision Parts MFG. Co.

“We are very pleased to support Toyo in production of their high end photomask with our advanced, field proven, and reliable MW800 system,” adds Alexander Forozan, Vice President of Sales and Marketing.

About Heidelberg Instruments, GmbH: With an installation base in over 30 countries, Heidelberg Instruments is a world leader in production of high precision maskless lithography systems capable of exposing substrates up to 2.4 meter by 1.9 meter. These systems are used for direct writing and photomask production, in the areas of MEMS, BioMEMS, Packaging, Nano Technology, ASICS, TFT, Plasma Displays, Micro Optics, and many other exciting applications.

Heidelberg Instruments, GmbH
Alexander Forozan
VP, Sales and Marketing
Phone: +49 6221 3430 73
www.himt.de

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Jabra® JX10 Designer Bluetooth® Headset is Now Available in the UK - Stylish and Compact with Intelligent Design

Jabra has just announced the availability of the new Jabra JX10 designer Bluetooth headset in the UK. Designed by the highly-renowned Danish designer, Jacob Jensen, also known for designs for Bang & Olufsen audio products, the Jabra JX10 is among the smallest and lightest headsets in the industry. It weighs less than 10 grams and measures less than 4 centimeters. The Jabra JX10 is now available at selected mobile retailers, including The Carphone Warehouse and Orange. RRP: 99 GBP.

EGHAM (PRWEB) December 30, 2005 -- Jabra, a leading brand of hands-free communication products for the mobile consumer market, today announced the shipment of its Jabra JX10 designer Bluetooth headset. Created especially by world-renowned Danish design company Jacob Jensen, the Jabra JX10 sets a new standard in Bluetooth headset design. Its distinctive minimalist shape, elegant finish and modern Bluetooth technology make it one of the most stylish Bluetooth headsets available.

Available in a timeless silver colour, the Jabra JX10 offers the ultimate in headset design and functionality combining both style and intelligence into a compact Bluetooth headset. The Jabra JX10 is among the smallest and lightest headsets in the industry. It weighs less than 10 grams (one ounce) and measures less than four centimetres (one and a half inches) in length. Fitting securely either with or without the thin and discreet earhook, users will barely notice they are wearing it.

“The Jabra JX10 lives up to our three main design philosophies that form should follow feelings, the noise should be taken out of technology, and that every product should have a feel of magic about it. When people put on the Jabra JX10 they will feel as though they are putting on a piece of jewellery, not just a Bluetooth headset,” said Timothy Jacob Jensen, chief designer, Jacob Jensen Design.

“No longer seen as niche, Bluetooth mobile headsets are now experiencing mass market acceptance with consumers seeking headsets that go beyond functionality and act as an enhancement to their own appearance,” said Andrew Doyle, country manager, Jabra UK & Ireland. “We are confident that the Jabra JX10 will boost the popularity and adoption of Bluetooth headsets even further.”

Attention to detail was paramount in creating a perfect design for the Jabra JX10. Pairing to a user’s mobile phone is simple by the use of a one-touch button for convenient connectivity. Mobile phone calls can be voice-activated, answered and ended directly from the headset using intuitive controls located on the side of the headset.

The headset offers exceptional audio quality due to Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology, which reduces background noise and ensures crystal clear conversations. Whether being used in a noisy office or a traffic-filled street, the Jabra JX10 assures the best sound and voice clarity possible. The Jabra JX10 compensates for noisy surroundings by automatically adjusting the volume control.

The Jabra JX10 comes fully equipped with a matching silver desktop charging cradle. For added convenience, it also comes with a USB charging cable for direct charging from a PC or laptop. In addition, the Jabra JX10 has a special carrying case for safe and convenient storage.

Jabra JX10 in summary:
• Weighs less than 10 grams and measures L3.9 x W2 x D2 cm
• Digital sound enhancement via DSP technology
• One-touch pairing button
• Optional charging from PC via USB
• Comes with desktop charging cradle and carrying pouch
• Up to 6 hours talk time and 200 hours standby
• Multi-coloured LED light indicators for status on Bluetooth, battery and charging
• 2 different wearing styles – with or without the earhook
• Easy accessible volume control
• Voice dial, call hold/call wait, last number re-dial, answer/end call, reject call*
• Bluetooth 1.2 supporting headset and hands-free profile

*Subject to phone and/or network type

Pricing and availability
The Jabra JX10 is available now at selected retail outlets across the United Kingdom. RRP: 99 Great British Pounds.

About Jacob Jensen Design
Jacob Jensen Design is among the most recognised design studios in the world. Most recognised designs are Bang & Olufsen audio products and Gaggenau kitchen appliances. The JACOB JENSEN™ product range includes personal accessories, home and office articles and home safety devices. www.jacob-jensen-design.dk

About Jabra
Jabra is a leading consumer brand of innovative hands-free communication products including corded and wireless Bluetooth headsets and mobile accessories for mobile phones and devices. The innovation, design and freedom provided by Jabra products enable users to use mobile communication freely and naturally. The wide range of Jabra products is sold in more than 60 countries and available at more than 80,000 major retailers worldwide. Jabra is a brand of GN Mobile. www.jabra.com

About GN Mobile
GN Mobile is the world's largest producer of mobile Bluetooth headsets and a division of GN Store Nord headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark. GN Mobile’s business activities include both the Jabra brand of products and GN’s original equipment manufacturing (OEM) business. www.gn.com

For more information:
Laura Stadler-Jensen
PR Manager, EMEA
Jabra
GN Mobile A/S (GN Netcom A/S)
Tel. +45 72 11 88 66

Kathryn Cotsworth
Wildfire PR
Tel. + 44 208 339 4420

Jabra® is a registered trademark of GN Mobile A/S (GN Netcom A/S). All other trademarks included herein are the property of their respective owners. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by GN Mobile A/S (GN Netcom A/S) is under license.

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Electrophysics® Develops Sole Solution For Capturing Night-Time or Low Light Imagery

Electrophysics, one of the worlds leading manufacturers of night vision solutions, is pleased to offer the AstroScope 9350. An advanced modular night vision system, the AstroScope 9350 incorporates a state-of-the-art image intensifier that transforms dark scenes, below 10-4 lux, into bright, high-resolution images.

Washington, D.C. (PRWEB) November 30, 2005 -- Electrophysics, one of the worlds leading manufacturers of night vision solutions, is pleased to offer the AstroScope 9350. An advanced modular night vision system, the AstroScope 9350 incorporates a state-of-the-art image intensifier that transforms dark scenes, below 10-4 lux, into bright, high-resolution images. At the 2005 GVExpo, Electrophysics will demonstrate the AstroScope’s ease-of-use and ability to converts many cameras and camcorders into night vision image capture systems that produce high quality imagery in near total darkness.

AstroScope incorporates a Gen III image intensifier into an advanced interchangeable module and features a custom relay optic, which generates sharp, edge-to-edge image detail without the vignetting normally associated with night vision photography, making it the highest performing system available for night vision photography or videography. Electrophysics also offers a wide range of intensifier performance levels and camera specific adapters and brackets that allow users to customize the AstroScope that fit their individual camera models.

“The AstroScope 9350 delivers the performance that professionals in the military, law enforcement, government and news agencies rely on,” said Jay Jones, Director of Night Vision Sales for Electrophysics. “The 9350’s versatility combined with its ease of use, make it one of the most valuable additions to any camera bag.”

One of the AstroScope 9350’s most unique features is its extremely user friendly design and ability to interface with a number of cameras. Models of the AstroScope are available for the Nikon AF-Type and Canon EOS-type SLR and DLSR cameras, a broad range of camcorders, including the Canon XL-2 and Sony DSR-PD170 camcorder and 2/3” Broadcast ENG cameras.

At less than 10 seconds, set up is effortless, and essentially no additional training is required in order to operate. The AstroScope system - comprising a front lens adapter, CIU, and back body adapter - is mounted between the objective lens and the camera body. When used on removable-lens cameras, the AstroScope 9350 features a seamless electronic integration that maintains existing electronic communication between the camera and the objective lens. Many lens functions, including image stabilization, are maintained. In addition, the AstroScope 9350 is powered directly from the camera, eliminating the need for additional batteries or power sources. The AstroScope is also rugged, featuring an epoxy-coated aluminum chassis, designed to survive typical tough field conditions.

For additional information, please visit www.electrophysics.com.

Headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey, Electrophysics develops advanced near infrared, night vision and thermal imaging systems for use in a host of imaging applications. Since 1969, Electrophysics has maintained its focus on delivering products that reflect the company’s exceptional engineering capabilities to meet specific real world demands while keeping pace with rapidly evolving imaging technologies. The Company has realized exceptional growth as a result of its customer-centric philosophy and remains firmly committed to continually innovating its products in order to enhance the experience of end-users. Electrophysics is vertically integrated with expertise in complex signal processing, optics, embedded software, PC software applications development and hardware design.

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Manfrotto Launches 'Local Heroes' Photography Program

Program to support and showcase international photographers who make a difference.

Bassano del Grappa, Italia (PRWEB) November 30, 2005 -- Manfrotto, the world’s leading manufacturer of support products for pro video and photography, is proud to announce the launch of the “Local Heroes” project, designed to acknowledge photographers who bring a different perspective to the world of photography.

Photographers selected as “Local Heroes” are not necessarily famous photographers, however, are those that give back to his or her community through membership in groups and associations or dedicate time to the world of photographic education, whether by teaching in schools or by contributing to journals and magazines.

Selected “Local Heroes” are presented with Manfrotto equipment for use and their work is presented on a dedicated website, accessible through www.manfrotto.com. Their work will be showcased on the site, with each photographer having an individual web page with a biography, commentary and a photo gallery.

“Local Heroes” from around the world will help spread photo culture and act as “teachers” for the younger generation of photographers.

About Manfrotto
Gruppo Manfrotto are world leaders in the manufacture of professional camera and lighting supports for photography, video, broadcast and entertainment. For 35 years, Manfrotto has been building the world’s widest range of tripods, heads and dedicated accessories to support professional and semi-professional still cameras, from the traditional small, medium and large format to the latest digital camera. Every product in the Manfrotto range is designed to provide a perfect combination of important features such as: load capacity, size, stability, transportability, interchangeability and construction quality -- guaranteeing unique inimitable reliability and longevity.

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SENTEL Makes Big Leap in Sensor Integration With MicroRDR; SENTEL’s Micro Remote Data Relay Delivers Security Innovation in a Compact Package

SENTEL Corp., a premier engineering and software company, is launching a lighter, smaller, portable sensor integration technology with its Micro Remote Data Relay system (MicroRDR).

ALEXANDRIA, VA (PRWEB) November 30, 2005 -- SENTEL Corp., a premier engineering and software company, is launching a lighter, smaller, portable sensor integration technology with its Micro Remote Data Relay system (MicroRDR).

“This is the iPod of sensor networking,” said James F. Garrett, president of SENTEL. “It’s peace of mind and security in the palm of your hand.”

The MicroRDR is a compact smart networking tool designed and built by SENTEL that monitors and controls numerous sensors, including those that can detect radiological, biological, chemical and other toxic agents – simultaneously. The sensors can protect and warn the public in the event of a terrorist attack so anyone exposed to a toxic agent can receive immediate treatment.

The compact and lightweight MicroRDR can be deployed in stadiums, subway systems, airports, hotels, offices, shopping malls, theaters and wherever security is a priority. It’s just 3.1 inches wide and 6.7 to 12.5 inches long, depending on the model. It weighs as little as 10 ounces, so it can be deployed in innovative ways, including being mounted in security vehicles or strapped to personnel. Rugged enough for indoor, outdoor and mobile use, the MicroRDR unit has no moving parts and is weather resistant, operating in temperature extremes of minus-40°F to 130°F.

“The MicroRDR allows us to interconnect monitoring devices that detect physical security threats or chem/bio/rad hazards remotely,” said Ray Babineau, vice president of the Technology Integration Group at SENTEL, a division of Dimensions International Inc. “The MicroRDR speaks with all the disparate devices and then fuses their data, taking all that raw data from the various sensors and devices and turning it into actionable information – information that someone can do something with.”

In addition, the MicroRDR can be used with security cameras, motion detectors and any other kind of sensor. “With this technology, we can control camera positions remotely,” Babineau said.

Available in wireless and Ethernet models, the MicroRDR – and its big brother, the standard RDR – provide innovative, scalable and cost-effective solutions for connecting disparate, remotely located sensors and other electronic devices into one integrated network. Each sensor’s output can be monitored and controlled at a central location using SENTEL’s RDR Command Post (RDR-CP) software. More than 40 RDRs and MicroRDRs can be connected to just one RDR-CP, creating a network of hundreds of remote devices.

The RDR and MicroRDR are ideal for organizations, such as the Departments of Defense and Homeland Security, and businesses because it’s incredibly flexible and adapts to changing technology. When an organization upgrades its technology, the RDR infrastructure remains and works with that technology. For example, if a new type of sensor is developed, it would still work with the RDR and the infrastructure already in place.

“It’s a win, win for everyone on all levels,” Garrett said. “SENTEL’s clients can still take advantage of changing technology without having to go back to the drawing board – a costly proposition – because our RDR’s system integration is innovative, flexible and scalable.”

SENTEL is a division of Dimensions International. SENTEL provides mission-critical support to the Department of Defense, DHS, FAA and other government agencies in the areas of chemical and biological agent defense, software development, electromagnetics engineering and test and evaluation. SENTEL’s innovative Remote Data Relay (RDR), a sensor networking system, is among its leading products. The RDR, with its new PDA capabilities, is a smart networking tool designed and built by SENTEL that can simultaneously monitor and control numerous, disparate sensors that detect, nuclear, biological, chemical and other toxic agents. Please call SENTEL at 703-739-0084 or visit http://www.sentel.com/

Dimensions International's core business areas include information technology, integrated logistic support and air traffic control systems providing advance technology in command and control systems, electronic commerce/electronic data interchange, radar global positioning systems, warehouse management and material distribution systems to government and commercial clients. Founded in 1985, DI continues to provide innovative solutions to its clients, which include the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and other Department of Defense agencies, FAA, USAID and the District of Columbia government. DI is an international company with staff offices in more than 50 cities in the United States and worldwide. For more information, call DI at 703-998-0098 or visit http://www.dimensionsinternational.com.

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Number of Americans Wearing Hearing Aids Increasing Slower than Current Expectations

Hearing aid manufacturers and sellers anticipate a fast-growth opportunity as a large percentage of Americans grow older yet stay healthier and live longer. This opportunity, however, blossoms slowly considering the average age of Baby Boomers is fifty. It’s easy to be enamored with advanced hearing aid technologies, but potential users in increasing numbers need basic information and guidance from qualified hearing healthcare professionals such as experienced dispensers before becoming fitted with a conventional or advanced hearing aid.

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) November 30, 2005 -- As Americans age and the largest population segment consists of people over the age of 40, more men and women in greater numbers will soon turn to a hearing aid as a means to address hearing loss.

But the fact remains that the perceived potential today materializes slowly as more clinics and hearing aid stores anticipate the bounty of what appears to be a fast-growth market.

A recent report stated that in 2005, 43 percent of the U.S. population is over the age of 41 and at least 17 percent is age 60 and older.

When a person surpasses the age of 65, the odds increase significantly of that person experiencing the types of problems that can be remedied by a hearing aid. The odds increase even further when a person turns 75.

The interest in healthy lifestyles and the quality of healthcare mean that older Americans will live longer and enjoy better health than previous older generations. Still, at this point in time, many Americans are aging in large numbers but have not reached the zenith of old age when assistive technologies like hearing aids are the rule not the exception.

“Hearing aid manufacturers and sellers see the increasing numbers of older Americans and the Baby Boomers joining their ranks as a great opportunity,” said Gary Pettis, principle of Pettis Creative, Minneapolis, Minnesota. “This perceived opportunity prompts the current launching of advanced products and subsequent waves of newer technologies, which seem to be virtually endless. It will also create a stream of sales and marketing tactics to attract the attention of potential and current hearing aid wearers."

Pettis commented that manufacturers and sellers will become more competitive as they face greater competition in terms of technology features, service and pricing.

“The oldest Baby Boomers turned 60 in 2005, and their average age is 50,” Pettis said. “So it’s premature to start considering the bulk of Baby Boomers a target market for hearing aids, and unwise to make general statements about them in marketing initiatives.”

According to Pettis, hearing aid product advancements are introduced constantly to a market that in general lacks the basic understanding of modern hearing aid functions.

“It appears that most new hearing aid customers are being pushed to grasp the latest technology features before gaining the knowledge of hearing aid basics, which includes diagnosis, testing and test evaluation, operation, maintenance and after-the-sale service and support,” Pettis said.

A trend among retail hearing aid advertisers to boost sales is to place “me-too” newspaper or magazine advertisements, which typically promote new technologies, timed special offers and free services. The commonalities found in these advertisements -- identical layout, colors and messaging -- challenge the person in need of a hearing aid to delineate the differences among the sellers and to understand how one seller is differentiated from his or her competitor.

Advertising dollars are spent on what is really a small group of potential customers who are treated the same. The competitor who gains the upper hand will be the one that takes and owns a differentiating position.

Generally speaking, three types of customers depend on hearing aids to respond to individual hearing loss levels.

The first type is reluctant or simply puts off getting his or her hearing tested until friends and family persuade the individual that it is finally time to address his or her unique level of hearing loss.

Entering the world of hearing aids for the first time can be daunting and cause slight anxiety, thus perpetuating the impression that there is a stigma attached to wearing hearing aids. An experienced hearing healthcare professional can help alleviate any concerns and vaporize stigmas.

There is a virtual alphabet-soup of hearing aid product names to decipher, and a smorgasbord of models and technologies from which to make a selection during what is a multi-step process.

The next type grows so accustomed to his or her hearing aid that it remains in service way beyond its warranty coverage and/or normal years of operation. Physical attributes in a person can change, such as adding or losing weight, which just might alter the size and shape of the ear canal. Hearing loss levels can increase.

These situations might motivate the user to start considering newer hearing aid technologies when the hearing aid performance problems become too significant.

The final type of hearing aid user enjoys daily the benefits of a properly selected, fitted and cleaned hearing aid. He or she understands that the hearing aid augments an active lifestyle and is vital to maintaining one. Consequently, he or she keeps current on advancements and is proactive in upgrading to a newer technology when appropriate.

“If there is going to be a larger legion of hearing aid wearers in the United States in the next five to 10 years, manufacturers and sellers are advised now to reformulate their strategies with an emphasis on communicating information, making a commitment to service and value, and educating their customers or patients on what makes them unique,” Pettis added.

“Just as hearing loss is as unique as the individual experiencing it, successful manufacturers and sellers in the near future will learn to address the individual concerns of customer types and understand the slight generational differences that will soon occur for people over the age of sixty and beyond.”

Gary Pettis grew up in a family were hearing aids were common. For nearly two years, he has followed the market and advancing technologies and provided creative marketing support to a Twin Cities-based hearing healthcare professional. He provides marketing and communications strategy, brand consultation and creative services to businesses interested in targeting emerging technologies to specific generational segments.

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Young adults are the Main Target for the $52 Billion Electronic Market, as They are Considered Technological Friendly

Dublin (PRWEB) November 30, 2005 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c28327) has announced the addition of Attitudes of Young Adults Towards Consumer Electronics – in the United States to their offering.

Young adults are a distinct market for manufacturers of consumer electronics (CE). They are highly concerned with style, consider friends' opinions about brands, and want immediate gratification when purchasing electronics. They are more likely to upgrade when new technology becomes available, and are more likely to purchase extended warranties.

Most importantly, they are "tech-friendly", with increased interest in new technology and a willingness to pay top dollar, viewing PCs as entertainment centers. For these reasons, this is a group that bears particularly close inspection when contemplating the future of this $52 billion market.

This report explores the various attitudes of this group in relation to the consumer electronics market, including:
advertising media preferences
brand selection
methods of conducting research
offline vs. online purchasing
upgrading
new technology

This report reviews the attitudes of young adults (18 to 34) toward consumer electronics products and compares them to the attitudes of older adult consumers. We define the consumer electronics market as consisting of new electronic hardware.

Products covered in report: home video, home audio, PCs, video game consoles. Hardware, not software or services, is the subject of the report.

Products excluded from this report include handheld devices (cell phones, MP3 players, PDAs, digital and video cameras, portable DVD players); and CE products typically used for home office/communications rather than entertainment purposes (printers, fax lines, home phones, computer networks).

For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c28327

Laura Wood
Senior Manager
Research and Markets
e-mail protected from spam bots
Fax: +353 1 4100 980

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November 29, 2005

Avanquest Software Introduces Pocket Phone Tools 5 Pro For the Ultimate in Office Mobility

New version features high-speed 3G network Internet connectivity, providing a complete Pocket PC communications solution.

Denver, CO (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) November 29, 2005 -- Avanquest Software, a leading developer and publisher of business and consumer software for the global PC market with operations in Europe, the U.S. and Asia, today introduced Pocket PhoneTools 5 PRO, the latest version of its PDA communications software tool compatible with all PDAs using Pocket PC 2002, 2003 and 2003SE. The new version provides access to high-speed 3G cellular networks and compatibility with even more cell phone brands and models than ever before – including Motorola, Nokia, Samsung and Sony-Ericsson.

Pocket PhoneTools 5 PRO automatically configures an Internet connection using the cell phone as a modem. Now individuals can quickly connect and also maintain an Internet connection using high-speed wireless networks via an integrated database of 320 major operators in 87 countries. The software is an ideal tool for users who need Internet access in places where Wi-Fi access is unavailable, for business travelers conducting eCommerce, and for people who want to download email quickly and navigate the web faster.

“Offering Pocket PC users a simple and reliable application to gain mobile Internet access virtually anywhere is key for today’s busy professional,” said Bob Lang, President of the Mobility and Communications Division of the Avanquest Software Group. “Being without Internet access for even a single day can disrupt daily workflow and result in loss of business. Pocket PhoneTools 5 PRO is the insurance policy for the Internet that people are seeking to conduct business at a moment’s notice.”

A more powerful user interface also makes it easier to send and receive all types of messages, get voicemail with a single click, and quickly dial phone numbers using the Pocket PhoneTools 5 Dialer. Users can easily back-up mobile phone contacts on the Pocket PC via Bluetooth®, Infrared or USB cable modems.

The improved functionality of Pocket PhoneTools 5 PRO is now integrated directly into Pocket Outlook and into the “Today” screen of the Pocket PC -- providing even greater efficiency and productivity for users.

Other vital functions integrated into Pocket PhoneTools 5 PRO include:

* SMS Communications: enables users to send SMS messages to multiple recipients and view incoming SMS messages directly from the Pocket PC interface, send high priority SMS messages, archive and compress SMS messages, and compose pre-recorded SMS messages for later transmissions;

* Pocket PC Fax Software: individuals can send and receive faxes directly from the Pocket PC, annotate fax messages and reach multiple recipients, send attachments using Pocket Word, and personalize fax messages using three cover page templates;

* Synchronize PDA and cell phone data: users can transfer cell phone contacts from a SIM card and phone directory to the Pocket PC, transfer Pocket PC contacts to a mobile phone, and create different contact directories for different cell phones and back them up on a PDA.

Pocket PhoneTools 5 PRO has all the important features that made the previous versions best sellers, as well as recipients of numerous Pocket PC awards. Pocket PhoneTools 4 PRO was nominated by Pocket PC Magazine for its Best Software Awards 2005 and again as a Finalist in both 2004 and 2003.

Pocket PhoneTools 5 PRO downloads to the PC and is then launched to the PDA. The software requires Windows 95/98, NT, ME, 2000 or XP operating systems; MS ActiveSync installation and 6.1 MB of memory on the PC and 2.1 MB of memory on the PDA.

A free trial version is available at www.avanquest.com and may be purchased from Avanquest’s online store at http://shop.avanquest.com/usa.

About Avanquest Software
Avanquest Software is a global developer and leading publisher of best-selling personal and professional software designed for utilities, office productivity, communications and mobility worldwide. Avanquest Software products are marketed in over 100 countries, through e-commerce, OEM partnerships and IT resellers. Founded in 1984 as BVRP Software and listed since December 1996 on Euronext (ISIN FR0004026714), Avanquest Software forms part of the Eurolist, NextEconomy segment and SBF 250 index. Additional information on Avanquest Software is available at www.avanquest.com.

Media Contact:
Kim Isaak/Perry Athanason
The Pen Group
(305) 529-1944

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ASBIS Enhances ODD Product Offer Thanks to Distribution Deal with Pioneer

ASBIS, a leading supplier of computer components to the EMEA emerging markets, has struck a deal with Pioneer Europe NV providing for the distribution of the whole range of Pioneer optical disc drives throughout the countries of ASBIS’ presence across Central and Eastern Europe, including Russia and Ukraine, and Africa.

Limassol, Cyprus (PRWEB) November 29, 2005 -- ASBISc Enterprises Ltd. (ASBIS), a leading supplier of computer components to the EMEA emerging markets, has struck a deal with Pioneer Europe NV providing for the distribution of the whole range of Pioneer optical disc drives (ODDs) throughout the countries of ASBIS’ presence across Central and Eastern Europe, including Russia and Ukraine, and Africa.

Under the terms of the agreement, ASBIS is now authorized to distribute all Pioneer ODDs including DVD-R/RW writers, with an emphasis on middle and high-end range models.

Laurent Journoud, ASBIS’ Executive VP Sales & Marketing, commented, “Optical disc drives are critical components for a wide range of computer devices. Pioneer is a leading global enterprise in the DVD industry and is best-in-class for innovative technology being one of just two manufacturers to offer slot-loading models. Thanks to the new agreement with Pioneer we will be able to enhance our lineup of state-of-the-art ODD products based on latest technologies. We will also be able to respond faster and more efficiently to the changing requirements of our customers.”

The new partnership will promote the distribution and sales of Pioneer products throughout the countries of ASBIS’ presence via distribution centers located in the Czech Republic and Finland. ASBIS will enable systems builders and resellers to obtain Pioneer products locally through ASBIS offices.

‘We’re delighted that ASBIS will distribute Pioneer’s optical disc drives. Eastern Europe in particular is a thriving market and ASBIS’ excellent relationships with local systems developers and through the channel in its key regions will help grow our business throughout Eastern Europe and Africa where sales of DVD writers remain buoyant,’ observes Mark Littlechild, European Sales Manager, Pioneer Europe, Multimedia Division.

About ASBIS
ASBIS is one of the largest suppliers of computer components in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) markets. The privately-owned company with headquarters in Cyprus and 38 offices in 25 countries plays a significant role in global supply chain with around 15,000 product items in its portfolio and the annual turnover reaching USD 755 million in 2004. Today the company serves more than 12,500 active customers in 70 countries via 4 distribution centers and 33 local warehouses across its expanding regions. ASBIS combines extensive knowledge of the local markets it serves with a strong international team of over 700 employees bringing value to both its vendors and customers. ASBIS offers its clients not only a complete set of components and building blocks for manufacture of PCs, servers or notebooks, but also a unique pre- and post-sales service.

For more information about ASBIS please visit www.asbis.com.

About Pioneer
The Pioneer Corporation is one of the leading manufacturers of consumer and business electronics products such as audio, video and car electronics on a global scale. Its shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (ticker symbol PIO), Euronext Amsterdam, the Tokyo Stock Exchange, and Osaka Securities Exchange.

For more information please contact:

Victor Lukyanov
PR Manager
ASBISc Enterprises Ltd.
Tel. +375 17 2147762 (ext.227)

MarkGrotefeld/Terry Weerasinghe
Pioneer
Hollybush Hill
Stoke Poges
Slough
+44 1753 789789

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High Performance CCTV Night-Time Surveillance Without Breaking the Budget

Outfitting surveillance systems with the technology necessary to successfully monitor designated areas in all conditions, especially night and low-light situations, has become increasingly important given the rise of Homeland Security concerns.

Washington, D.C. (PRWEB) November 29, 2005 -- Outfitting surveillance systems with the technology necessary to successfully monitor designated areas in all conditions, especially night and low-light situations, has become increasingly important given the rise of Homeland Security concerns. Featured at this year’s GVExpo, the Electrophysics SunStar 300 CCD camera is the ideal addition to any 24-hour surveillance system as it’s equipped with a host of advanced, user-friendly features and doesn’t carry the price tag commonly associated with cameras of its caliber.

Featuring a low-light sensitivity of 0.00005 lux and a resolution of 580 lines, the SunStar 300 camera can be used to view scenes in nearly total darkness. The SunStar 300 attains an unprecedented sensitivity by special processing of the CCD signal by the simultaneous use of in-frame video signal processing as well as inter-frame integration allowing the camera to increase its sensitivity up to 600 times over other low-light CCD-based camera systems.

The SunStar 300 also features fully automatic gain control and an auto-iris, which allows the camera to operate automatically 24/7, in a totally passive surveillance mode. The SunStar 300 also incorporates anti-blooming circuit technology to reduce the glow typically seen on cameras that operate using image intensifiers during low-light conditions.

“At times, the cost associated with equipping video surveillance systems with low-light CCD cameras capable of night-time surveillance, can be quite overwhelming” said Jay Jones, Director of Night Vision Sales for Electrophysics. “With the SunStar 300, facilities can give their security personnel the ability to efficiently observe identified surroundings in low-light conditions, without over-extending their budget or sacrificing quality and precision.”

The SunStar 300 is also C-Mount compatible, expanding the user’s options as far as interchangeable lenses. Various housing options are also available for the SunStar 300 which allows the user to customize the camera for a variety of applications, including border patrol, perimeter security, airborne imaging, coastal surveillance, criminal investigation and force protection.

For additional information, please visit www.electrophysics.com.

Headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey, Electrophysics develops advanced near infrared, night vision and thermal imaging systems for use in a host of imaging applications. Since 1969, Electrophysics has maintained its focus on delivering products that reflect the company’s exceptional engineering capabilities to meet specific real world demands while keeping pace with rapidly evolving imaging technologies. The Company has realized exceptional growth as a result of its customer-centric philosophy and remains firmly committed to continually innovating its products in order to enhance the experience of end-users. Electrophysics is vertically integrated with expertise in complex signal processing, optics, embedded software, PC software applications development and hardware design.

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Kozio, Inc. Names New Director of Sales; Allan Arendt Joins Longmont-based Provider of Advanced Embedded Test Software for CPU Boards

Kozio, Inc., a leading provider of embedded software for system-level hardware testing, has named Allan Arendt as its director of sales. Arendt has nearly 20 years of experience in consultative sales for software and hardware companies.

Longmont, CO (PRWEB) November 29, 2005 -- Kozio, Inc., a leading provider of embedded software for system-level hardware testing, has named Allan Arendt as its director of sales. Arendt has nearly 20 years of experience in consultative sales for software and hardware companies.

"We're pleased to have found someone who has such strong sales experience, as well as such a solid understanding of technology," stated Kozio President Joseph Skazinski. "His work selling technical solutions to solve business problems, and specifically his work related to embedded software and development tools, is a great fit for us and our clients."

The director of sales position at Kozio is designed to help the company strengthen its market position in the embedded software arena, reinforce its current sales force and foster new relationships with processor board vendors and OEMs in the U.S., Asia and Europe. Arendt will report to Joseph Skazinski, Kozio's co-founder, president and CEO.

"I'm eager to help Kozio continue its established record of success," notes Arendt. "The company's software technology is already proven to streamline testing and production of computer-based motherboards, and I look forward to helping new companies benefit from Kozio's innovative approach."

Arendt's experience includes work as an independent manufacturers' representative, a sales trainer, consultant and sales manager. He's been recognized throughout his career for his skills and abilities in sales, and has successfully opened local and regional offices and broken new ground selling into new territories and markets. Arendt holds B.S. and M.S. degrees in engineering from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois.

Kozio provides electronic product designers and manufacturers with software customized to perform on their processor board. This service includes the creation of software test algorithms providing comprehensive or near-comprehensive test coverage of various hardware components on a processor board. A detailed test-coverage document is delivered with the software.

Kozio software is offered in several variations, along with supporting services:
-Manufacturing Test Software – kMfgTest
-Board Bring-up Diagnostics – kDiagnostics
-Power-On Self Test Software – kPOST

In addition, Kozio also offers a free evaluation of its kDiagnostics software for board bring-up diagnostics for use on supported processor reference platforms from industry-leading semiconductor providers and product solutions companies.

About Kozio, Inc.
Kozio, Inc. develops software solutions that verify design and validate hardware for embedded single-board computer systems used in products such as ADSL gateways, wireless access points, network routers, voice solutions, security and test equipment, and aerospace systems. Kozio's products provide comprehensive test solutions, including diagnostics for board bring-up, automated manufacturing test, and built-in self-test software for manufactured products. Kozio's customers design, develop and manufacture boards used in computer-based electronic systems for the aerospace, networking, defense, test and wireless industries. Kozio has formed alliances with top-tier processor companies, including AMCC, Intel, IBM and Freescale. Kozio products ease many embedded systems development challenges, from design through manufacturing and support, saving customers time and money. The company is privately held and based in Longmont, Colorado. For more information, visit www.kozio.com.

Kozio and kDiagnostics is a registered trademark of Kozio, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

Contact:
Joseph Skazinski
Kozio, Inc.
(303) 776-1356

Brad Shannon
Shannon Marketing Communications
(970) 461-4906

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PhatWare Releases PhatNotes 4.6

Upgraded software compatible with newest mobile devices.

Mountain View, CA (PRWEB via MobilityNewswire) November 28, 2005 -- PhatWare Corporation, a leading provider of software products and professional services for mobile and desktop computers, announces the release of PhatNotes 4.6. PhatNotes is a five-time award-winning notes organizer for Microsoft Windows-based Pocket and Desktop PCs that allows users to create notes and organize them by type, subject, creation and modification date.

PhatNotes comes in different editions based on its intended use. Version 4.6 upgrades the Professional, Standard and Lite editions to support Windows Mobile 5.0 and square screen devices. The new version has a Today Screen add-in that allows users to quickly access the most recently created or modified notes directly from the Pocket PC Today Screen.

Beginning with version 4.6, PhatNotes will include the latest version of PhatWare’s PhatSpell spell checker with English dictionary. PhatSpell is a multilingual spell checker for Microsoft Windows powered Pocket PCs that allows users to check spelling in practically any Pocket PC application that allows text editing. PhatNotes 4.6 will include PhatSpell’s English dictionary, and 12 additional language dictionaries can be downloaded free of charge from the PhatWare Web site to be used with PhatNotes.

“The most recent version of PhatNotes provides mobile professionals and consumers with the best note-taking software for the latest Pocket PC devices on the market,” said Stan Miasnikov, president of PhatWare.

PhatNotes 4.6 also includes an improved synchronization module compatible with the latest version of ActiveSync. The application works on Pocket PC 2003 or later devices based on Windows Mobile 4.0 or later. PhatNotes 4.6 is available at www.phatware.com and pricing varies per edition. The new version is a free upgrade for all registered users of the corresponding edition of PhatNotes 4.x. For more information about PhatNotes or PhatWare’s additional award-winning products, visit www.phatware.com.

About PhatWare
Founded in October 1997, PhatWare Corporation is a leading provider of easy to use powerful software products and professional services for the mobile and desktop computing marketplace. PhatWare specializes in handwriting recognition, digital ink, note taking, and database and network management software development. The company exclusively manages development, support and distribution of ParaGraph® CalliGrapher® and PenOffice handwriting recognition products. PhatWare Corporation is a Microsoft Certified Partner, Microsoft Windows Embedded Partner and Microsoft Tablet PC Premier Partner. To learn more about PhatWare, visit www.phatware.com.

* PhatWare is a registered trademark of PhatWare Corp. Other product, company, or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners.

Press Contact:
Dittoe Public Relations
Billi Cruse
317.202.2280 x17

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November 28, 2005

Integre Technologies Selected As Texas Instruments Authorized Design Center

Integre Technologies a leading provider of ASIC design and verification services today announced their selection as an Authorized Design Center for Texas Instruments HiRel, Defense & Aerospace (HiRel) Foundry Services. Integre’s team will assist Defense and Aerospace Foundry customers with analog and mixed-signal ASIC design and verification support along with support for the TI HiRel Foundry fabrication flow.

Rochester, NY (PRWEB) November 28, 2005 – Integre Technologies a leading provider of ASIC design and verification services today announced their selection as an Authorized Design Center for Texas Instruments HiRel, Defense & Aerospace (HiRel) Foundry Services. Integre’s team will assist Defense and Aerospace Foundry customers with analog and mixed-signal ASIC design and verification support along with support for the TI HiRel Foundry fabrication flow.

"Our customers expect a complete ASIC solution that requires a close partnership between the design engineers and the foundry," said Doug Zak, partner and head of the Analog Design group for Integre Technologies. "The strength of TI and their technologies enables us to offer our military and homeland security customers a top-shelf solution to satisfy their analog and mixed-signal ASIC requirements."

“Establishing a relationship with Texas Instruments allows both parties to offer a reliable and proven path to successful silicon development. Much of what we do at Integre is continuously look for opportunities to reduce risk in project development; having a close relationship with TI is a big step in that direction.” states Mark Blejwas Integre Managing Partner.

Rob Daniels, TI HiRel Foundry Engineering manager, states “Defense and Aerospace customers continue to move to custom analog and mixed signal integrated solution providers which are affordable, reliable, perform the desired functions, maintain government compliance, and are capable of supplying product for many years. TI in partnership with Integre Technologies brings a total solution addressing all of these customer care-abouts by offering proven analog and mixed-signal design services with stable and proven TI technologies and silicon.“

“Texas Instrument’s HiRel, Defense and Aerospace (TI HiRel) operation has been supporting Military and Space industries for over 30 years with high quality products and services. TI HiRel’s dedicated team, located in Sherman, Texas takes pride in being part of the Defense and Aerospace communities with a broad spectrum offering of semiconductor products. We are delighted to be closely working with Integre in expanding our TI HiRel support model to Defense and Aerospace customers with special needs in design services with foundry support. TI HiRel continues to bring state of the art technologies while maintaining mature technology support” said TI HiRel General Manager Monir Sadeghzadeh.

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MANSION Members Walk Away with Winnings

MANSION, a Gibraltar based online gaming company, bursts into the billion dollar mobile gaming market with the launch of their new suite of 12 casino games for mobile phones. The games are compatible with over 50 phone models and are available free for download on the MANSION portal (www.mansion.com).

Gibraltar(PRWEB) November 24, 2005 -- MANSION, a Gibraltar based online gaming company, bursts into the billion dollar mobile gaming market with the launch of their new suite of 12 casino games for mobile phones. The games are compatible with over 50 phone models and are available free for download on the MANSION portal (www.mansion.com).

Thousands of players who currently enjoy casino games online now have the opportunity to play anywhere. MANSION Mobile Casino games include Blackjack, Baccarat, Video Poker, Casino War and Slots. Exclusive features such as Random Jackpots on the popular Treasure Trail slot game, and built-in send-to-a-friend functionality, allow members to share that winning feeling.

MANSION’s Head of Casino & Games, David Knipe, remarked on the launch by stating, “We are proud and excited to launch onto the mobile platform with such a great variety of games and more to come. These games are so much fun players may forget they can still use their phone for calling!”

To meet the global demand for mobile gaming, MANSION’s games offer real cash play in any one of 14 currencies and are compatible on the largest international networks. Members simply input their number on the mobile download section of the site and MANSION sends a link to their phone which, when clicked, delivers the appropriate version of the game for their handset.

MANSION Members can fund their account through the www.mansion.com website cashier. Upon funding their account MANSION is offering up to $450 US / £250 GBP in bonus casino chips and an additional 10% cash-back offer for mobile players.

About MANSION (Gibraltar) Limited:
MANSION launched in 2004 and is headquartered and licensed in Gibraltar. The company's vision is to provide players worldwide with gaming entertainment of premium quality and exceptional value. MANSION currently offers players a Sports Exchange, Sportsbook and Casino and has quickly developed a reputation for value, fast payouts and professional customer service.

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New Affordable Schematic and Circuit Board Design Software Available

Novarm releases DipTrace 1.22 -- affordable Schematic and PCB-Design package.

(PRWEB) November 28, 2005 -- New circuit board design software helps electronics engineers and technicians create PCB board designs in half the time with half of the usual costs.

DipTrace is an advanced PCB design software application that comes with PCB Layout module, Schematic Capture and Component/Pattern editors to design your own component libraries. Besides being very simple to learn, which is quite an accomplishment for an engineering software application, the software has a very intuitive user interface and many innovative features that most marketed PCB Design packages lack.

For instance, a schematic can be converted to a PCB with one mouse click. The board designer can instantly renew the PCB from an updated version of schematic and keep existing placement, routed traces, board outline, mounting holes and other work. DipTrace has a high quality automatic router, superior to many routers included in other PCB layout packages. It can route a single layer (bottom side) and multilayer circuit boards, and there is an option to autoroute a single layer board with jumper wires, if required. Smart manual routing tools allow users to finalize the design and to get the results they want in a blink of an eye.

Accurate shape-based copper pour system with different possible fill types and thermals can be placed to plane or signal layer. Another
important features of DipTrace are Electrical rule Check (ERC) and Design Rule Check (DRC), which ensures schematic and board accuracy. A feature comparing a PCB to a schematic helps detect possible design mistakes and correct them before prototyping.

The program supports different output formats, like DXF, N/C drill files for the Numerically Controlled drilling machines, Gerber files that most board manufacturers use. The important feature for hobbyists is automatic creation of isolation poly lines and exporting them to DXF, DXF files can be converted to G-code with free ACE Converter tool. DipTrace also exports G-code for drilling directly to Mach2/3 software.
DXF Import feature allows you import footprints, PCB designs and their parts from AutoCAD and other CAD packages.

New version of DipTrace contains an impressive number of updated libraries with 70,000+ components.

While the least expensive software to perform similar functions is likely to cost thousands of US Dollars, the unlimited version of DipTrace is available for 495 US Dollars, DipTrace Standard (1000 pins) and DipTrace Lite (500 pins) are available for 295 USD and 145 USD, accordingly. Also, there is completely free version available for students and hobbyists with 250 pins limit!

Full-featured 30-Day trial and free version with 250 pins limit are available at http://www.diptrace.com

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New Miniature Web Server Offers 48 I/O Ports

Compulogic have announced the release of the PicoServ HDI, a low cost web server module featuring 48 programmable digital I/O ports, an integrated Ethernet interface, an RS232 serial interface and EEPROM file system.

(PRWEB) November 28, 2005 -- The PicoServ HDI miniature web server module is an ‘Internet engine’ designed to be able to provide a flexible web browser based interface over a LAN or the internet with minimal design effort.

The PicoServ HDI supports dynamic web pages enabling reading and writing of the I/O port values from a standard web browser.
PicoServ HDI provides 48 on-board Digital I/O ports, programmable as inputs or outputs, and a general purpose full duplex asynchronous RS232 serial port allowing communication with an off-board RS232 device.

In addition to the internal web server the PicoServ HDI module implements an IEE 488.2, SCPI over IP/UDP protocol for reading and setting the digital I/O ports and other system parameters from applications other than a web browser. The IEE 488/SCPI command structure makes integration of the PicoServ HDI into test and measurement environments particularly straight forward.

A set of standard web pages are pre-loaded allowing control of the I/O ports “out of the box”, however these may be supplemented or replaced by customer written web pages by using the utilities provided.

The PicoServ HDI module measures a compact 50mm x 70mm.

Compulogic Ltd is a UK based communications specialist dedicated to providing innovative data communications based solutions. Compulogic’s PicoServ technology provides an ‘off-the-shelf’ modular system aimed at providing straightforward solutions for web, SMS and GPRS remote control solutions.

For further information contact:
Bob Morris at Compulogic Ltd on +44 (0) 1234 756048
Web: www.compulogic.co.uk

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Improve Your Christmas Holiday Sales With MP3 Sunglasses

Electronics and MP3 seems to be the rage this Christmas shopping season. Kirk Bachelder of www.CTSwholesaleSunglasses.com recently achieved a complete sell-out of sunglasses in winter. Arun Agrawal of www.RentABlogger.com interviewed him and discussed the new trends in wholesale sunglasses market.

(PRWEB) November 28, 2005 -- Kirk Bachelder of www.CTSwholesalesunglasses.com has introduced a seasonal twist to his wholesale sunglasses offerings and managed to achieve a complete sell-out of sunglasses in winter. We interviewed him about this amazing feat and this is what he revealed in an exclusive interview.

Arun Agrawal: We have heard that you managed to achieve a complete sell-out of sunglasses in the winter shopping season. How did you do that?

Kirk Bachelder: Yes, that's correct. All I did was apply a seasonal twist to my offerings and I found that the sunglasses just started to fly out of the shelves.

AA: Please tell us something more about this.

KB: You see, electronic items and MP3 players are very popular this Christmas shopping season. So, we brought in MP3 sunglasses as a test and have had a very good response and sold out completely in a few days. Our retailers have been selling them very well. We have a new shipment of the MP3 Sunglasses coming in before Christmas.

AA: What kind of people take the most interest in MP3 Sunglasses?

KB: People who enjoy listening to the music, even when on the move. With MP3 sunglasses, you don't have to bother about cords. For this reason, they are very popular for walking, running, snow skiing, fishing, bicycling, motorcycle riding and just about anything.

AA: How will this benefit the retailers selling the MP3 Sunglasses this Christmas?

KB: Due to electronics being very popular with kids and adults, MP3 players are one of the best selling items this year. MP3 sunglasses are unique and people of all ages like these dual purpose items. These will help the retailers achieve nice holiday sales during this Christmas season and even in the new year. MP3 sunglasses are excellent gifts for the hard to please people.

AA: How do your sunglasses compare to other MP3 Sunglasses?

KB: When I first tested them, even I was amazed at the quality of these MP3 sunglasses. The sound quality is amazing comparing them to other brands on the market. The battery life on these outlasted other brands. They last about 8 hours of play time. They also have a built in recorder. You attach them through the USB cable and can even transfer files onto them including your music. They work with both PCs and MACs.

AA: What price do you wholesale the MP3 sunglasses for and also what capacity do they come in?

KB: These MP3 sunglasses come in 256 MB and 512 MB capacities. The 256 MB ones hold around 75 songs and the 512 MB ones hold around 150 songs. We wholesale them for $99 and $124 each. Retailers can get about $199.00 and $249.00, resulting in a nice profit.

As you can see this is a very lucrative business and the nice thing is people always need sunglasses. Now with the added twist of MP3 to go with the sunglasses, you can really expect to get tons of sales this holiday season.

About CTS Wholesale Inc.

CTS Wholesale Inc. is a wholesale sunglasses company dealing in designer inspired sunglasses. They have introduced MP3 sunglasses this Christmas shopping season and are doing very well selling them. You can visit their online store at www.CTSwholesalesunglasses.com

Contact Information:
Kirk Bachelder
CTS Wholesale Inc.
2791 Pence Loop S.E.
Suite #10
Salem, OR 97302
Phone: 503.364.3486
Fax: 503.589.4121
Web: www.CTSwholesaleSunglasses.com

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EE Times-China Launches Specialized Electronics Websites for China Designers of Cell Phones, Media Players and Automotive Electronics

Global Sources Ltd. publication Electronic Engineering Times-China (EE Times-China) launched three specialized electronics websites for China-based designers of cell phones, media players and automotive electronics at http://cellphone.eetchina.com, http://mediaplayer.eetchina.com and http://autoelectronics.eetchina.com, respectively.

(PRWEB) November 26, 2005 -- Global Sources Ltd. publication Electronic Engineering Times-China (EE Times-China) launched three specialized electronics websites for China-based designers of cell phones, media players and automotive electronics at http://cellphone.eetchina.com, http://mediaplayer.eetchina.com and http://autoelectronics.eetchina.com, respectively.

The sites provide daily breaking news, new product reports and technical features in simplified Chinese. They also host online forums for China-based engineers to discuss design issues in these high-growth sectors.

China produces more than 45 percent of the world’s cell phones and 90 percent of its DVD players. China’s production of in-car electronics is growing by about 28 percent annually.

EE Times-China publisher Mark Saunderson said: “China-based engineers face growing pressure from manufacturers to develop innovative, cost-effective designs and reduce time to market. The new sites are a comprehensive online source of the methodologies and technology that designers need to succeed.”

30,000 engineers pre-registered for cell phone, media player and automotive electronics design websites
Saunderson said: “These are the first design sites in China to focus on these applications. More than 30,000 engineers have pre-registered for site access since September.

“The sites also enable technology companies to reach specific design communities in China, and the influencers in those communities.”

Cypress Semiconductors, Texas Instruments key site sponsors
Leading technology companies sponsoring the sites include Cypress Semiconductor for http://cellphone.eetchina.com; and Texas Instruments for http://mediaplayer.eetchina.com
The sites draw content daily from EE Times-China, customized to fit the needs of designers of cell phones, media players and automotive electronics. Each site offers more than 500 specialized technical reports. Key content channels include:

- http://cellphone.eetchina.com – power management; RF/analog front end; baseband/application processors and platforms; audio/video; embedded software
- http://autoelectronics.eetchina.com - power train; body electronics; chassis and suspension; infotainment; security; in-car radios
- http://mediaplayer.eetchina.com - power management; audio/video; photoelectric/display; storage; embedded software; interfaces

The three sites complement content provided by Electronic Engineering Times-Asia’s online network—which includes EE Times-China, EE Times-Taiwan, EE Times-Asia and EE Times-Korea.

The online network is part of Global Sources’ integrated information offering that covers the electronics industry from design to export through print magazines, online websites, and conferences and exhibitions.

For more information, visit Cellular Phones at http://cellphone.eetchina.com, Media Players at http://mediaplayer.eetchina.com and Automotive Electronics at http://autoelectronics.eetchina.com. For information on EE Times-China, please visit http://eetchina.com.

About Global Sources
Global Sources is a leading business-to-business (B2B) media company and a primary facilitator of two-way trade with Greater China. It provides sourcing information to volume buyers and integrated marketing services to suppliers.

The company helps its community of more than 463,000 active buyers to source more profitably from complex, overseas supply markets. With the goal of providing as many effective ways as possible to advertise, market and sell, Global Sources enables suppliers to sell to hard-to-reach buyers in 230 countries.

The company offers the most extensive range of media and export marketing services in the industries it serves. Suppliers using its four primary channels – online marketplaces, magazines, trade shows and direct online sales – are supported by its advertising creative, education programs and online content management applications.

Global Sources delivers information on 1.4 million products and more than 130,000 suppliers annually through 10 leading online marketplaces and monthly magazines, more than 90 sourcing research reports, and 14 China Sourcing Fairs and other trade shows. Buyers send 5 million inquiries annually to suppliers through Global Sources Online (www.globalsources.com) alone. Global Sources Direct is the company's new initiative that helps suppliers sell online.

In mainland China, Global Sources has a 24-year track record and more than 1,300 team members in 44 locations. Its services are backed by 35 years experience as a trade magazine publisher, 14 years as an organizer of trade shows, and 10 years as an online marketplace operator.

Electronic Engineering Times-China is published by eMedia Asia Ltd., a joint venture between Global Sources and CMP, a leading integrated media company providing essential information and marketing services to the entire technology spectrum. The joint venture is a leading provider of new technology content, in print and online for the 150,000-plus technology specialists that drive the electronics industry in China and Asia. eMedia Asia Ltd. serves this community's ongoing need for the right information, at the right time through its integrated, local-language web networks, premier technical events and industry-leading publications -- Electronics Supply & Manufacturing-China, Electronic Engineering Times-Asia and Electronic Design-China.

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November 25, 2005

Last Chance to Enter New Faces of Timex

Submit your digital headshot by midnight on Saturday (11/26/05) to www.newfacesoftimex.com. Any legal US resident can enter to win one of 8 spots in the Timex Color Indiglo 2006 ad campaign and win $10,000.

Middlebury, CT (PRWEB) November 25, 2005 -- Enter your photo by midnight Sat. Nov. 26 to have a chance to be one of The 8 New Faces of Timex. You could win one of 8 $10,000 prizes and a spot in the Timex Color Indiglo Ad Campaign.

The Timex® Corporation is conducting a nationwide search for eight new faces to introduce several styles in its Fashion, Sport and Outdoor lines with new Color Indiglo® night light.

Timex, which more than a decade ago revolutionized timekeeping with the launch of Indiglo night-light technology, is celebrating the launch of its seven new Indiglo color creations by reaching out to the American public. Timex is now looking for eight new faces to represent its new ultimate functional fashion statement watches.

“We are very excited about the New Faces of Timex campaign,” said Joe Santana, President and Chief Executive Officer of Timex. “The contest for the new Color Indiglo Watch line is a perfect way to demonstrate how Timex is a brand that fits all ages and personal styles.”

Right now, Timex, the largest selling watch brand in the U.S., is asking Americans to submit a headshot photo to www.NewFacesOfTimex.com for a chance to win $10,000 and a spot in the 2006 New Faces of Timex print advertising campaign.

In coordination with Westport, CT-based promotions agent, Catapult Marketing, Timex will accept all online entries* from any legal U.S. resident ages 18 and up, until midnight on November 26, 2005, when 50 finalists will be randomly selected. From December 1, 2005 through December 16, 2005, photos of the 50 finalists will be posted for online voting by the general public. The top eight faces in the vote will become The New Faces of Timex. Plus, everyone who enters will have his or her photo featured in a composite mosaic in the image of the winners’ faces.

Retailers and corporations, including Dell Corporation and Canon have joined the Timex New Faces sweepstakes to contribute instant-win prizes, cell phone entry gifts, and on-site registration incentives. More than 250 instant-win prizes range from a Dell® 42” Plasma HDTV, Dell XPS computers, and a Canon® digital camera, to photo printers, Dell® DJ MP3 players, and Timex watches, among other items.

About Timex:
The Timex Corporation is a privately-owned company headquartered in Middlebury, Connecticut. For over 150 years, Timex has been providing innovative, well-designed, affordable, and reliable timepieces. With hundreds of styles among its Fashion, Sports, Outdoor and Youth lines, Timex is the largest selling watch brand in America and has sold more than one-billion watches worldwide. For local store information, consumers can call (800) FOR-TIMEX or visit the company website at www.timex.com.

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Fujitsu Announces Micro Multi-Service Provisioning Platform Demo And Evaluation System Based On The ETHOS

Full support for Gigabit Ethernet and PDH in a Compact Form Factor Frankfurt, November 23rd 2005. Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) has announced the availability of the ETHOS MB87M2181 Evaluation Platform -- a highly integrated system that allows ODMs and OEMs to rapidly prototype a compact micro Multi-Service Provisioning Platform (micro MSPP) using the highly integrated Fujitsu ETHOS device.

Frankfurt (PRWEB) November 25, 2005 -- Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) has announced the availability of the ETHOS MB87M2181 Evaluation Platform -- a highly integrated system that allows ODMs and OEMs to rapidly prototype a compact micro Multi-Service Provisioning Platform (micro MSPP) using the highly integrated Fujitsu ETHOS device.

The Evaluation Platform collapses a multi-shelf system to a single card in a "pizza box" form factor; supports both legacy PDH and 10/100/1000 Ethernet services at OC-3/STM-1 and OC-12/STM-4 capacity; supports an interactive online scripting environment to simplify configuration and prototyping for fast time-to-market, and offers an on-board CPU running Linux real-time OS for convenient software development.

Developed in co-operation with Fujitsu’s partner AimCom, a leading-edge design and development company specialising in Next Generation Carrier Class Optical Networking, the ETHOS evaluation platform is a complete, stand-alone system solution for customer premises equipment or complete network elements. The platform features two-per-port programmable OC-3/12 SONET or STM-1/4 SDH optical interfaces and two OC-3 SONET or STM-1 SDH optical interfaces that seamlessly connect to SFP modules. An additional 4 E1/DS1 and 4 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports are provided.

Mark Ellins, Director of the Communications Business Unit at FME commented, “This new device underlines Fujitsu’s commitment to rolling-out a growing product portfolio of ASSPs for Telecom Access applications. With more announcements in the pipeline we believe the ETHOS MB87M2181 will confirm our position as pace-setter in this market”.

The evaluation platform is based on the ETHOS MB87M2181 device -- a highly integrated single-chip MSPP optimised for OC-3/STM-1 and OC-12/STM-4 applications.

The device's advanced data features and high integration are ideal for compact networking equipment deployed in remote terminals or customer premises equipment where service density does not justify the use of larger, more expensive MSPPs.

The ETHOS integrates SDH/SONET framers and pointer processors, PDH mappers, expansion interfaces, a cross-connect and G.813 SEC / GR-1244 Stratum-3 network element timing function. The integrated, glue-less interfaces to hot pluggable SFP modules reduce the overall system cost and power consumption. Supporting VCAT and LCAS as well as GFP, LAPS and PPP mapping, the device is perfectly suited for the fast growing market of compact and cost-effective customer premises access equipment for next-generation carrier-class optical networking.

A strong endorsement of the ETHOS MB87M2181 came from David Drew, CEO of Haliplex, a leading manufacturer of edge access and multiplexing solutions, based in Melbourne, Australia: “The Fujitsu ETHOS development system enabled us to run parallel engineering efforts in software and hardware. This allowed us to meet the aggressive time-to-market requirements demanded by our customers. The open nature of the software has been a delight”.

About Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe
Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) is a major supplier of semiconductor and plasma display products. The company provides advanced systems solutions to the automotive, digital TV, mobile telephony, networking and industrial markets. Engineers from design centres dedicated to microcontrollers, mixed-signal, wireless, FRAM, multimedia ICs and ASIC products work closely with FME's marketing and sales teams throughout Europe to help satisfy customers' system development requirements.

This solutions approach is supported by a broad range of advanced semiconductor devices, IP and building blocks as well as leading-edge Plasma Display Panels. For more information visit FME's website at http://emea.fujitsu.com/microelectronics

About AimCom
AimCom BV is a privately held fabless semiconductor company providing building blocks for Next-Generation Optical Networking solutions for delivery of cost-effective SDH and Ethernet services. The company's products, designed for metro and regional service providers, are full-featured, carrier-class solutions, incorporating advanced optical transport and Ethernet over SDH/SONET. For more information, please visit www.aimcom.nl

About Haliplex Pty Ltd
Formed in 1999, Haliplex Pty Ltd is a leading manufacturer of next-generation edge access and multiplexing solutions for service providers, private fibre, and fixed wireless networks.

Haliplex designs flexible and modular Multi-Service Provisioning Platform products that are the most feature-rich in their class. Haliplex platforms can be deployed as part of an existing or entirely new SONET/SDH network and allow network designers to deploy traditional or next-generation services - including flexible bandwidth Ethernet-to-PDH.

The Haliplex headquarters in Melbourne, Australia features an extensive research and development facility. Sales offices have been established in Melbourne, Australia, and Arizona, USA. A worldwide network of distributors, system integrators and resellers ensure that customers have world-class, in-country Haliplex product customer support.

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Ocuview Technologies Introduces WEBCAM USB 2.0 LP

Ocuview Technologies,Inc. introduces WEBCAM USB 2.0 LP, a web camera of superior quality at an affordable price. For just $49.95, you can purchase this versatile web cam with an Internet Chat Headset. Product features include 1.3 Megapixel resolution, a removable tripod base, true USB 2.0 connectivity and a manual focus.

New York, NY (PRWEB) (PRWEB) November 25, 2005 -- Ocuview Technologies, Inc introduces WEBCAM USB 2.0 LP, a web camera of superior quality at an affordable price. For just $49.95, you can purchase this versatile web cam with an Internet Chat Headset. Ocuview WEBCAM USB 2.0 LP delivers Hi-Speed USB 2.0 connectivity in a snappy, adjustable design. Its removable tripod base and still-capture button make it the ideal desktop companion for all your video conference and video chat sessions, providing a consistently high quality images and smooth, sharp video.

Product features include:
• True USB 2.0 Connectivity
• 1.3 Mega pixel Resolution
• Removable tripod base
• Manual focus
• Color: blue or red

Ocuview WEBCAM USB 2.0 LP makes it quick and easy to take digital pictures without a digital camera – no more downloading necessary! You can add live video to your favorite instant messenger. With the WEBCAM USB 2.0 LP you can video chat, create short video clips or send photo greeting cards to your loved ones over the Internet. It’s easy to use! In minutes, you’ll be sharing live video over the Internet. Ocuview WEBCAM USB 2.0 LP can be purchased now at www.ocuview.com/shop.

Ocuview is an international, full-service digital and video company performing product design and manufacturing with marketing capabilities. It not only packages products for individual sale, but also offers retailers and distributors the latest in quality video and digital equipment at a competitive price. The WEBCAM LD is a prime example of Ocuview’s commitment to affordably offering “name-brand” quality and customer service.

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November 24, 2005

Wirefly Releases 2005 Holiday Shopping Guide

The online wireless leader Wirefly releases their annual shopping guide for holiday gift-giving.

Washington, D.C. (PRWEB) November 24, 2005 -- Wirefly (http://www.wirefly.com), an online leader in one-stop comparison shopping for cell phones and wireless phone plans, today announced its top gift picks for this holiday season. The list includes an array of 3G cell phones that feature 1+ megapixel digital cameras and MP3 music capabilities.

“Last year, thousands of holiday shoppers used Wirefly for their holiday shopping, and this year, we’re excited to again offer shoppers our picks for the hottest cell phone products and other devices on the market," said Wirefly’s President Brian Westrick. "Wirefly can help you find the perfect wireless gift for the technology fan in your life."

For this holiday shopping season, Wirefly's favorite cell phones and wireless devices are:

1. Motorola RAZR - – Moto-style is all the rage with the silver RAZR and black RAZR for Cingular Wireless and T-Mobile;

2. T-Mobile Sidekick 2 – Offered through T-Mobile, the super-popular text messaging phone made famous by countless celebrities is an all-time best seller with a hidden QWERTY keyboard;

3. Motorola ROKR – Only available through Cingular Wireless, the ROKR is the much anticipated iTunes phone. Why buy an iPod and a phone, when you can get both in one;

4. RIM BlackBerry 7100g Smartphone – The coolest Blackberry to hit the market gives a complete on-the-go voice and email solution to anyone;

5. PalmOne Treo 650 Smartphone – Wirefly’s best-selling ‘do-it-all-anywhere’ cell phone and PDA combo is available with Sprint, Cingular Wireless and Verizon Wireless;

6. Motorola E815 – Offered through Verizon Wireless, this phone is perfect for the technology lover in your life. The E815 has dazzling graphics, blazing download speeds, video and 1.3 megapixel camera, and a built-in MP3 player;

7. Nextel i870 – Nextel’s first Bluetooth phone with Nextel walkie-talkie service includes a built-in stereo MP3 music player;

8. Samsung T309 – T-Mobile’s newest Samsung camera phone is small, stylish and has a great camera;

9. Sony Ericsson GC79 Wireless Card - Offered through T-Mobile, the GC79 is a WiFi and cellular PC card, which is great for the mobile professional or ‘on-the-go’ Internet enthusiast; and,

10. Motorola HS810 Bluetooth Headset - Wirefly’s all-time, best-selling Bluetooth headset with a ‘switch-blade’ style boom microphone.

Wirefly provides comparison shopping tools that let current mobile phone users analyze their current cell phone plans using a simple, step-by-step process, and then provides alternative plans with lower monthly rates and/or better features. Wirefly also allows customers to easily transfer or ‘port’ their cellular phone number from their existing carrier to their new carrier of choice with one easy click of a button. Wirefly provides customers services and discounts not available in retail wireless stores, including real-time online order status and tracking, and the guaranteed lowest price – online or anywhere else.

For more wireless gift ideas, visit http://www.wirefly.com.

For Wirefly's top 10 best-selling phones in October, go to: http://www.wirefly.net/articles/1105/1105-top-ten-cellphones.htm

About Wirefly

Launched in 2003, Wirefly (www.wirefly.com) is an online leader in one-stop comparison shopping for cell phones, wireless service plans and wireless accessories. Owned and operated by InPhonic (NASDAQ: INPC), Wirefly is an authorized dealer for every major cellular carrier, including Cingular Wireless, Nextel, Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile and Sprint PCS. Wirefly also offers discounts and services not available in retail wireless stores, including real-time online order status and tracking, and the guaranteed lowest price – online or anywhere else -- on cell phone devices from Motorola, Nokia, Samsung, LG, BlackBerry and many other cell phone handset manufacturers. In 2005, Keynote Systems awarded Wirefly “Best in Overall Customer Experience” for wireless providers. According to Forbes magazine’s “Best of the Web” (2004), “[Wirefly] is probably the best all-around number portability portal available.” For more information on Wirefly, its cellular products and its services, visit www.wirefly.com or the InPhonic Corporate Web site at www.inphonic.com.

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Contact:
InPhonic, Inc.
Tripp Donnelly
Vice President
Corporate Communications
(202) 333-0001

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Electronics Enthusiast Writes (First Book in a Series) I2C PIC Programming Book For Under $7

Electronic Enthusiasts, David Wayne Hoffman, uses Lulu.com’s Print-On-Demand technology to write and print what is hoped to be the first book in a series on programming Microchip’s PIC processor.

Fort Pierce, FL (PRWEB) November 25, 2005 -- David Hoffman has been an electronics enthusiast for over twenty years, with a degree from TECC school of electronics, loves tinkering with electronic projects. But feels there is a real need for budget priced how-to books for the budget minded reader.

“Not everyone has $30 to $50 dollars to spend on electronics how-to books. This is why I wrote Big Banging I2C for PIC Processors. And by keeping this book geared towards a specific topic I’ve been able to keep the cost down.”

Bit Banging is when a designer uses code to communicate with peripheral integrated circuits instead of built in hardware. With Bit Banging I2C you can integrate I2C serial devices using PIC 16C5x and 16F5x processors that don’t have I2C support built in. And best of all the book costs a mere $6.95 and can be found at http://www.lulu.com.

David Hoffman loves writing and has similar projects planned for SPI and Microwire serial communication as well a book geared towards creating A.I. using PIC processors.

About David Wayne Hoffman
A 1986 graduate of TECC School of Electronics, David Hoffman currently lives in Fort Pierce, FL with his wife Elisabeth. He is also the author of The Summerstone Legacy, a science fiction adventure based in the future, and has two more books, both in the fantasy genre, about to be released. More information about David Hoffman can be found at his website at http://www.dwhoffman.com

About Lulu
Founded in 2002, Lulu is the world's fastest-growing provider of print-on-demand books for digital do-it-yourselfers. Think of us as an open marketplace for digital content. An on-demand publishing tool for books, e-books, music, images, movies and calendars. Please see www.lulu.com for more information.

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November 23, 2005

New Made-For-iPod® Stereo Speaker Launched by boynq™

boynq introduces the iCube™ speaker & dock for iPod, a made-for-iPod stereo speaker that delivers superior sound and value.

STAMFORD, CT (PRWEB) November 23, 2005 -- boynq delivers a masterpiece in design, function, quality and sound once again! Introducing the boynq iCube™ speaker & dock for iPod®. Enjoy quality stereo sound from your iPod, iPod mini, and iPod photo.

iCube speaker & dock Supports:
* iPod (10GB, 15GB, 20GB, 30GB, 40GB, 60GB only)
* iPod mini
* iPod photo

boynq iCube stereo speaker & dock has raised the bar by delivering a superior sound system with exceptional value. Consumers will be definitely tuned-in to the iCube considering its awesome sound and even better price tag.

The iCube is tuned and designed for optimal sound performance, beating the competition by delivering a superior “Made for iPod” stereo speaker at a value price. The iCube is without a doubt an exceptional sounding stereo speaker in its price category ($69.99 USD). For once, consumers will be getting a lot more than they paid for. The boynq iCube is distributed exclusively in the United States by Polyconcept USA. It is now available at Target Stores and other major retailers.

Unique Features
The boynq iCube is designed with Treble and Bass adjustments for optimal listening pleasure. Also includes: audio-out and audio-in ports with cables and interchangeable inserts to adapt to various sizes and shapes of players.

Guaranteed to Rock
“Made for iPod” logo indicates that the boynq iCube has been designed specifically to work with iPod. boynq certifies that the iCube has been made in accordance with the high standards of quality and performance that’s expected from iPod and Apple™.

Polyconcept USA
Since 1992, Polyconcept USA has become a leading international manufacturer of licensed consumer electronics and toys. Polyconcept USA’s success is due to partnering with leading brand partnerships; delivering innovative, quality products; and a winning sales team.

Polyconcept USA continues to fuel its growth by adding the boynq line of “lifestyle” computer accessories to its family of products. Visit http://polyconceptusa.com for more information.

boynq™
boynq™ delivers a variety of functional, high quality, and innovatively designed electronics for worldwide advertising and retail markets. boynq™ is currently presented in over 2.5 million promotional catalogs worldwide. Visit http://boynq.com for more information and the latest updates.

boynq and Polyconcept USA
Polyconcept USA is the exclusive distributor of boynq™ in the United States. The boynq collection is a series of uniquely designed computer accessories that offer superior performance and design. boynq™ is functionality, ease of use, and lots of style; with those elements boynq™ is becoming one of the fastest growing new comers in the consumer electronics marketplace.

boynq™ is a registered trademark in both the United States and Europe. iPod™ is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

Contact:

Sara Tyghter
Polyconcept USA, Inc.
Ph: 203.358.8100
http://polyconceptusa.com

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New LinkTx Makes SMS Remote Control Easy

Compulogic have announced the release of LinkTx, a new SMS based remote monitoring and control product.

(PRWEB) November 23, 2005 -- LinkTx is a compact SMS based monitoring unit, allowing a GSM mobile or GSM enabled computer system to receive alarms and other information from remote locations.

Additionally, text messages can be sent to turn equipment on or off and receive up to date measurement and alarm information directly to a mobile phone or PC.

With LinkTx, Emergency conditions, for example equipment failure, flooding, fire or intruder entry are immediately notified to up to four mobile telephone numbers. All information is presented in a clear and easy to read format on the Mobile's display.

Typical applications include security systems, remote diagnostics, equipment alarm notification, flood alert, fire alert, temperature monitoring, asset protection, position monitoring, remote command and control and home automation.

A unique template driven text message command system virtually eliminates the need to remember commands making the system very simple to setup and use.

The unit is housed in a tough aluminium enclosure measuring only 120mm x 80mm x 55mm and is also available as an OEM PCB set.

Compulogic Ltd is a UK based communications specialist dedicated to providing innovative data communications based solutions. Compulogic’s PicoServ technology provides an ‘off-the-shelf’ modular system aimed at providing straightforward solutions for web, SMS and GPRS remote control solutions.

For further information contact:
Bob Morris at Compulogic Ltd on +44 (0) 1234 756048
Web: www.compulogic.info

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High-Tech Holiday GPS Tour Wows 'Em in New York City

GPS Multi-Media Inc., a Manhattan based technology and entertainment company announced this week that they have released “CityShow: the Holiday Edition 2005” – a special version of their hand-held, GPS-based Tour Guide System for New York City.

New York, NY (PRWEB) November 23, 2005 -- GPS Multi-Media Inc., a Manhattan based technology and entertainment company announced this week that they have released “CityShow: the Holiday Edition 2005” – a special version of their hand-held, GPS-based Tour Guide System for New York City. CityShow: the Holiday Edition is available for delivery in Manhattan. Visit www.cityshownyc.com or call (646) 414-1100 to rent the device.

CityShow, the “World’s Coolest GPS Tour Guide System” is a revolutionary product that does not exist anywhere else in the world. Consisting of a hand-held PDA computer, a GPS receiver and a pair of headphones, CityShow delivers location-based tourist information to New York City visitors.

Cityshow is extremely entertaining and helpful. As people wander the streets of Manhattan, CityShow tells them where they are, what they are near, and delivers appropriate history, stories, music, photos and other information. The system even provides the locations of the nearest subway stations and public restrooms.

CityShow: The Holiday Edition contains special additions, including such famous NYC Holiday highlights as the Rockefeller Christmas tree, the Holiday windows at many department stores (Saks, Macy’s, Lord and Taylor, etc.), the skating rinks, the Christmas Spectacular at Radio City, the World’s Largest Menorah, etc.

CityShow is available for rental in New York City by visiting: www.cityshownyc.com or calling (646) 414-1100.

Full-sized digital photos (suitable for print) and an electronic version of this release are available upon request.

About GPS Multi-Media Inc.:

GPS Multi-Media Inc. (www.cityshownyc.com & www.gpsmm.com) is an entertainment and technology company that specializes in location-based media and services. Headquartered in New York they offer the “CityShow” product and derivations of it for the tourism, travel, and corporate industries. Information about their main product is at: www.cityshownyc.com

For Immediate Release Contact:
Brian Teasley
646.414.1100

© 2005 GPS Multi-Media Inc.

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New XJTAG Chain Debugger Cuts Circuit Debug and Test Times

XJTAG chain debugger enables engineers to get boards up and running quickly and diagnose faults promptly. Enhanced XJTAG system now provides circuit designers and test engineers with an ‘out-of-the-box’ solution to debug and test circuits populated with BGA and chip scale devices.

CAMBRIDGE, England (PRWEB) November 23, 2005 -- XJTAG (www.xjtag.com), a leading supplier of boundary scan development tools, has added a JTAG chain debugger to its XJTAG Development System, which will further reduce debug and test times for engineers designing and testing complex printed circuit boards.

The JTAG chain debugger features a range of debug options which allow designers to trace signals around the board and immediately find the location of any problems within the JTAG chain. This capability means that engineers can get boards up and running quickly, rapidly diagnose faults and speed up the whole development process.

“With the addition of the chain debugger to the XJTAG system, engineers now have an ‘out-of-the-box’ solution for debugging and testing boards populated with JTAG devices,” says Dominic Plunkett, chief technology officer at XJTAG. “Design engineers can now debug and test their printed circuits in hours as opposed to days/weeks with other competitive systems.”

In addition to the new chain debugger, the XJTAG Development System has been enhanced with a host of other new features to speed up board design and prototype testing. For example, the connection test now includes built-in testing of pull-up and pull-down resistors, along with more precise fault detection. Within XJAnalyser, BSDL file auto-detection has been improved and the library of reusable JTAG scripts has been greatly expanded. It is also much quicker now to set up non-JTAG devices following enhancements to the Devscript utility for XJEase.

The powerful and easy-to-use XJTAG boundary scan Development System meets the growing market need for a cost-effective solution for testing tightly-packed printed circuit boards populated with ball grid array (BGA) and chip scale devices, which cannot be tested by traditional methods.

The XJTAG system is designed to cut the cost and shorten the development cycle of electronic products and provides a unique solution that can test JTAG as well as non-JTAG devices. XJTAG can test a high proportion of a circuit including BGA and chip scale devices, SDRAMs, Ethernet controllers, video interfaces, Flash memories, FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Arrays), microprocessors and many other devices. XJTAG also enables In-System Programming of FPGAs, CPLDs (Complex Programmable Logic Devices) and Flash memories.

“Many board designers and developers are still unaware of the capability of boundary scan systems and the fact that they provide a cost-effective solution particularly for smaller, more tightly packed circuit boards with less test points and an increasing proportion of JTAG-compliant chips,” said Simon Payne, XJTAG’s CEO. “We invite engineers to visit our web site (www.xjtag.com) and take advantage of our free 30-day trial and see for themselves the power of XJTAG.”

The XJTAG Development System incorporates XJAnalyser, XJEase, XJRunner, XJLink and XJDemo. XJAnalyser is a powerful tool for circuit visualisation that provides a simple graphical view of the state of all JTAG pins. XJEase is the high-level, BASIC-like test description language for manipulating non-JTAG devices. XJRunner is a production optimised version of the XJTAG Development System, designed specifically for contract manufacturers and production sites. XJLink is a USB 2.0 hardware module used to connect the computer with the unit under test. XJDemo is a fully populated demonstrator board, with tutorials designed to provide the developer with a rapid understanding of the XJTAG system and how to simulate faults.

For more information about the XJTAG Development System, please contact XJTAG, 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.

Product photos to accompany the news are available at:
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About XJTAG (www.xjtag.com)
XJTAG 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 use the same devices. The company is based in the UK at The Irwin Centre, Dry Drayton, Cambridge. XJTAG is part 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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Ocuview Technologies Introduces the WEBCAM LD

Ocuview Technologies, Inc. introduces a web camera of superior quality at an affordable price. For $29.95 the WEBCAM LC features 640x480 resolution and a high quality (VGA) CMOS lens. Our Web cam provides images up to 380K resolution, 30 frames per second, a manual focus, retractable USB cord, clip-on base, and foldable top.

New York, NY (PRWEB) November 23, 2005 -- Ocuview Technologies, Inc introduces a web camera of superior quality at an affordable price. For $29.95 the WEBCAM LD features 640x480 resolution and a high quality (VGA) CMOS lens. Use with the recommended system provides images of up to 380K resolution and 30 frames per second. Special design elements include a manual focus, retractable USB cord, clip-on base, and foldable top. Available in black, silver, green, and blue, Ocuview WEBCAM LD can be purchased now at www.ocuview.com/shop.