Great Father's Day Gift Ideas From McIntosh Laboratory

For those Fathers that appreciate the finer things in life, like the elegance of a world-class automobile, the richness of a top-notch cigar, or an exquisitely crafted Swiss watch, why not reward Dad's great taste with the gift of an extraordinary music listening experience.McIntosh Laboratory has been handcrafting its world-renowned luxury audio components in Binghamton, NY for over 60 years, and each component is truly an investment in musical passion.Below are Father’s Day gift suggestions from McIntosh Laboratory…MANHATTAN Collection: Integrated Audio SystemConveniently designed for “plug and play” ease of use, the McIntosh MANHATTAN Collection is an integrated tabletop audio system that provides discerning music lovers with a stylish yet compact solution for enjoying legendary McIntosh performance. It’s ideal for the office and anyone with limited space who still wants to enjoy a world-class music listening experience. The MANHATTAN Collection combines a high-performance 75-watt-per-channel amplifier with a vacuum tube preamplifier, state-of-the-art CD/SACD/MP3 player, AM/FM/RBDS tuner and powerful two-way bass reflex loudspeaker system.SOHO I Collection: Ultimate Quality Music Listening, with a Vinyl Touch!The McIntosh SOHO I collection is an ultimate-quality 2-channel Hi-Fi system with a McIntosh MCD301 SACD/CD player and elegant MT10 turntable, plus a special AM/FM/HD tuner, power conditioner, integrated amplifier and two ultimate-quality XR200 speakers. The turntable will not only evoke Dad’s nostalgic memories, but he’ll finally be able to hear his records the way the artists truly intended them to be heard, with unmatched high-fidelity excellence. The McIntosh M10 turntable features classic McIntosh glass front-panel cosmetics, no-compromise build materials and meticulous engineering for a unique, ready-to-play LP solution. And for added audio romance, the light green tinted platter glows while in use!MCLK12 Wall Clock: It’s McIntosh Time!Discerning Dads will be able to show off their passion for great sounding music and McIntosh all at once with the MCLK12 Wall Clock. Designed to either hang on the wall or to fit in an equipment rack, the McIntosh MCLK12 features illuminated digital meters for hours and minutes, harkening back to the iconic “McIntosh Blue” LED watt meters prominent on the company’s renowned home entertainment components.Finally, give Dad the download with the new McIntosh Laboratory AP1 Audio Player iPhone/iPad/iTouch App, which lets iPhone, iPad, and iTouch users enjoy an iconic McIntosh experience anywhere, anytime. Available now at the iTunes Store, the new App allows users to select tracks, artists, play lists and albums, as well as enjoy a backdrop that features the legendary “McIntosh Blue” watt.

KICKER® Partners with Subaru® for OEM High-Performance Audio Upgrades

STILLWATER, USA – KICKER® Performance Audio, a 30-year industry leader in mobile audio, announced today that it will partner with auto manufacturer Subaru® of America, Inc. to supply Subaru customers with original equipment (OE) upgrades in specific models. The high-performance Subaru audio upgrades made by KICKER are compatible with all 2008-2011 Impreza™ sedans, Impreza WRX™ sedans, 2011 WRX STI™ sedans, and all 2008-2011 Impreza, Impreza WRX and WRX STI 5-door™ vehicles with navigation or non-navigation audio systems.
“KICKER is ecstatic to be included in Subaru’s plans going forward,” said Chuck Jones, KICKER Director of OEM. “We believe this fusion of progressing brands should create plenty of excitement in the showroom and on the road.”
The audio system includes a 10-inch powered subwoofer in a molded enclosure made to fit in the trunk or cargo area of the specific model, leaving plenty of trunk cargo space available. The subwoofer is powered by an integrated 100-watt, high-efficiency digital amplifier that is tuned to specifically match the size of the enclosure. The result is deep, powerful bass from a small space, enhancing overall performance and accuracy system-wide. The amplifier connects into the existing Subaru audio system using a true plug-and-play wire harness.
The audio upgrade kits are now available through Subaru dealerships. The upgrade kit may either be installed at the factory port processing facility or at the dealership prior to delivery. MSRP on the subwoofer upgrade is $499.99.
KICKER has been providing high-quality aftermarket audio gear since 1980, with roots in performance sound equipment dating back to 1973. Known for legendary bass in mobile applications, KICKER is the manufacturer of the patented Solo-Baric® square technology in a subwoofer.
About Subaru of America, Inc. Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered in Cherry Hill, N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive vehicles, parts and accessories through a network of more than 600 dealers across the United States. All Subaru vehicles are manufactured in zero-landfill production plants and Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc. is the only U.S. automobile production plant to be designated a backyard wildlife habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. For additional information visit www.subaru.com. Or follow us on Facebook at: facebook.com/subaruofamerica
About KICKER/Stillwater DesignsKICKER Performance Audio systems, a division of Stillwater Designs and Audio, Inc.®, are available for the mobile and home audio aftermarket at authorized dealers worldwide, and also through selected Original Equipment Manufacturers. Consumers needing more information on KICKER or Livin’ Loud® may call the Consumer Information Line at 1-800-256-5425 or visit the brand Web site at www.kicker.com. Follow KICKER at facebook.com/kickeraudio and twitter.com/kickeraudio.

Westone Reveals ES Exotics and new Custom Shop In-Ear Musiciansʼ Monitors

Westone Laboratories, Inc. reveals new ES Exotics and custom art program for ES Series In-
Ear Musiciansʼ Monitors including new ES Exotic with shell veneers.
Colorado Springs, CO., Feb 21, 2011 – Westone introduces a new Custom Shop program that
takes “custom ears” to a whole new level. Using a newly developed process appropriately
called Image Lock, Westone’s custom art has incredible resolution as well as durability. Also
introduced as part of Westone’s new Custom Shop is the ES Exotic series, which uses real shell
veneers to produce a new level of custom faceplates.
“Westone has revolutionized the custom in-ear musicians’ monitor industry with class leading
products superior in both sound and quality. Our new Custom Shop allows customers to further
individualize their monitors to express their personal tastes,” says Jeff Kwiatkowski, Director of
Music Products.
The Westone ES Custom Shop now offers three options of customization.
Level 1 custom art is a comprehensive and rapidly expanding library of artwork created by the
in-house Westone creative team. Level 1 includes the Westone Image Lock process with
resolution up to 1440dpi.
Level 2 custom art gives the consumer total creative control as they supply their own image,
logo or custom creation. Westone designers then scale and enhance the image for optimum fit
on the custom earpiece. The sky is the limit, with the exception of those images that are
protected with copyrights or trademarks.
ES Exotics use real shell veneers to adorn each earpiece with a unique color and pattern only
nature could dream up. ES Exotics are offered in nine unique and exotic shell colors. Each
shell faceplate is protected with Westone’s Image Lock process; this insures that the earpiece
will sparkle for years to come.
“Continuing to push the envelope with our custom products is very exciting. A tremendous
amount of research and development has yielded a new custom program that offers true
customization and exceptional quality,” explains T.J. Chambless, New Products Introduction
Manager.
“The Image Lock process not only gives us extreme resolution but also protects the artwork with
a scratch resistant surface that will stand up to years of professional use.”
Westone Custom Shop products are available immediately. Level 1 custom art adds a
suggested retail price of $75 to any ES Series in-ear musicians’ monitor. Level 2 adds $95 and
the ES Exotics shell adds $125 to the price of any ES Series monitor. Westone Custom Shop
can be viewed on the new Custom Shop section of the Westone Music Products website,
www.westonemusicproducts.com/custom-shop
Westone, The In-Ear Experts since 1959, has been at the forefront of in-ear monitoring
technology since the early 1990's. Offering a wide range of custom and universal-fit products for
music lovers and musicians the world over, Westone musicians’ monitors are used by acts
ranging from Third Day and Playing for Change to Flyleaf and Nine Inch Nails. Westone is
committed to superior customer service, with musicians on the development team, experienced
audiologists on staff and knowledgeable technical support personnel available to answer any
questions.

KICKER® Plays Host to Hometown 2011 Bash Car and Truck Show

STILLWATER, Okla. – In its second go-round, the KICKER® Bash Car and Truck Show gets underway at KICKER World Headquarters here, March 26 and 27. KICKER’s two-day event is centered around top-of-the-line cars and trucks competing for a chance to win bragging rights and tons of prizes. Interested parties can also join the Facebook group by searching for KICKER Bash 2011.
For more information about the KICKER Bash, e-mail bash@kicker.com or call 1-800-256-KICK (5425).
Fully equipped with delicious food, quenching beverages, tons of activities and entertainment, the KICKER Bash is free for those who wish to walk around and check out the wide variety of vehicles and fun!
In conjunction with engines revving, thundering subwoofers, food, drinks and mayhem, KICKER personnel will also be giving tours of the outstanding Visitors Center, open to educate the public about the KICKER brand, its products and Livin’ Loud®! The ultimate KICKER experience starts immediately upon entrance through the front doors. Visitors will see, hear and feel the vibe with massive displays of KICKER gear. The Center’s gift shop is loaded down with swag and gear for purchase as well, including KICKER t-shirts, earbuds, iKick™ and zKick™ iPod® and Zune® player docks, and great-sounding headphones.
Car judging will take place Sunday, and awards will be handed out that afternoon. Car owners can register online anytime at http://www.kicker.com/bash, or they can register on-site the day of the show. For security purposes, the event site will be locked Saturday night to Sunday morning.
KICKER Performance Audio products, a division of Stillwater Designs and Audio, Inc.®, are available for the mobile and home audio aftermarket at authorized dealers worldwide, and also through selected Original Equipment Manufacturers. Consumers needing more information on KICKER or Livin’ Loud may call the Consumer Information Line at 1-800-256-5425 or visit the brand Web site at www.kicker.com. Follow KICKER at facebook.com/kickeraudio and twitter.com/kickeraudio.
Zune is a registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation group of companies.
iPod is a trademark of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

New Patriot Wildfire series SSDs delivers enterprise-class performance to consumer desktops and notebooks.

FREMONT, CALIF., USA – February 24, 2011 -Patriot Memory, a global pioneer in high-performance memory, NAND flash, storage and enthusiast computer products, today announces the new Wildfire series solid-state drives powered by a new SandForce® SSD processor. The Patriot Wildfire series obliterates expectations of storage devices and delivers enterprise-class performance to consumer desktops and notebooks.
Storage bottlenecks are a thing of the past with the Patriot Wildfire series SSD. The new SandForce® SF-2200 SSD processor enables the Patriot Wildfire series to shatter previous performance records with up to breathtakingly-fast 500MB/s sequential read and write speeds backed by a SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface.
“The Patriot Wildfire is the fastest SSD drive we have ever released to the public,” says Les Henry, Patriot Memory’s Vice President of Engineering. “SandForce® has done a fantastic job engineering the SF-2200 SSD processor and combined with our research and development, we are able to further tweak the design and maximize performance with the processor and our flash memory.”
“We are happy to see Patriot Memory is expanding their current SandForce Driven™ product line with the new SandForce SF-2200 and SF-2100 Client SSD Processors,” said Kent Smith, Sr. Director of Product Marketing of SandForce. “Patriot has won numerous awards and we anticipate they will win even more with our latest generation 6.0 Gb/s client processor.”
The Patriot Wildfire series feature a standard 2.5-inch form factor for compatibility with notebooks and select desktops. A 2.5-inch to 3.5-inch mounting bracket is included with the Patriot Wildfire for compatibility with standard hard drive mounting.
Expect the Patriot Wildfire to ship in Q2 2011 in 64GB, 128GB and 256GB capacities.
General details
New Patriot Wildfire series SSDs
64GB, 128GB and 256GB capacities
SandForce® SF-2200 SSD processor
SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface
Up to 500 MB/s sequential read and write speeds

For more information on Patriot Memory solutions, please contact your Patriot Sales Representative or visit us at http://www.patriotmemory.com.
About Patriot Memory
Patriot Memory designs, manufactures and markets high performance, enthusiast memory modules, flash products, and computing technologies worldwide. Patriot products have become world renown for their extreme performance, reliability and innovation. Patriot Memory sells its products through original equipment manufacturers, retailers, e-tailers and distributors. It has operations in North America, Asia and Europe. Patriot Memory LLC. was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Fremont, California, USA.

Audiobahn Teams Up with PJ Butta for 2011 Mixtape

BUENA PARK, California, (February 24, 2011)- Renowned DJ and music personality, PJ Butta is working on a new mixtape collaboration with car audio manufacturer, Audiobahn, in support of their upcoming 2011 season. The soon-to-be titled 2011 Audiobahn Mixtape is set for release in the spring and will feature several newly release songs from today's hottest artists.Beyond the United States, PJ Butta is well-known internationally through his syndicated Top 20 Hip Hop and R&B countdown radio show, The World Chart Show. He is heard in over 40 countries from Africa to New Zealand and throughout the Caribbean. As a legend in the Southern California area, PJ Butta was best known as the host of Butta Bootlegs, on one of L.A.'s popular radio stations, The Beat.According Vincent Lombard, the company's national sales manager, Audiobahn is thrilled to be working with PJ Butta, who is featured their 2011 product catalog. "The Audiobahn Mixtape is sure to be a huge hit among our car audio dealers and fans," said Lombard. "We will hand out the mixtape at all shows and events this year and it will be heard at our Audiobahn retail locations around the world."Fans of Audiobahn will also get the chance to win a copy of the Audiobahn Mixtape through the company's corporate website and social media channels including, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube."We will premiere the Audiobahn/PJButta mixtape at an upcoming spring break show," said Mark Quest of RAINDEO BEAUTIFUL, Audiobahn's marketing agency. "In conjunction with the show, we will also launch a consumer promotion that will give several lucky fans the chance to win a signed copy of the mixtape by PJ, free Audiobahn swag, and a brand new car audio system."Stay posted on the 2011 mixtape promotion by following Audiobahn on Facebook and Twitter."Since my early days coming up as a deejay, Audiobahn has been the leader in car audio entertainment and lifestyle marketing," says PJ Butta. "It is truly an honor to be working with them on this mixtape."About PJ Butta
For more information about PJ Butta and his international radio program, The World Chart Show, visit his website.About Audiobahn
Audiobahn is a worldwide leader of car audio entertainment. Since 1997, Audiobahn continues its commitment to provide innovative car audio technology and award-winning designs. The company manufacturers premiere, high-performance audio equipment for the automotive after-market industry. Audiobahn is headquartered in Buena Park, California and is owned by parent company, Investech Audio Group.Over the years, Audiobahn has been known just as much for its lifestyle marketing as it has for its line of exceptional car audio products. In addition to single-handedly setting trends and changing the face of mobile entertainment, celebrities and brand ambassadors in music, sports, television, film, music videos, video games and toys have embraced Audiobahn's dominance.
For more information, visit www.audiobahn.com or follow Audiobahn on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Massive Audio TW-12 12" Car Subwoofer Review

It is exciting to see all of the car stereo options when designing or adding to your car stereo. One excellant way to improve the sound is to add a subwoofer. But for some, just having a subwoofer is not enough. It needs to play loud! When I saw their booth at CES, I was impressed with the quality of the products for Massive Audio. When given the opportunity to review a pair of their TW-12's, I jumped at the opportunity.

The Massive Audio TW-12's are a mid-range line of their subwoofer models. Some of their features are typical for a midrange product, such as a typical stamped basket and 500 watts RMS power handling. There are other features that was a pleasure to see in this midrange product, such as the inverted Kevlar cone. I also really liked the overall design. The design of what they call Cone Finger "V" Ultra Light is pretty cool. It supports the inverted Kevlar cone, and its finger cut reduces some of the mass. This in turn reduces weight and resistance. The end result yeilds a more sensitive woofer and gives a better SPL response.

The features of the Massive Audio TW-12's are:
Weight 28.00 Pounds
Size 12
Watts 1000
RMS 500
Cone Finger "V" Ultra Light
Voice Coil 2.5" Dual 4 Ohm
Surround 1" Tall Santoprene
Magnet 80oz Flux Ferrite Y40
Terminals Push-In for 8 AWG
Basket Stamped Steel
Tinsel Leads Woven Silver Plated
X-Max 24 mm peak to peak
SPL 93.7 dB

The quality of the Massive Audio TW-12's are also very good. The magnets have a nice chrome finish, with plastic Massive Audio cover over the rear vent, with slots to allow the air to vent through. It adds a nice look for reverse mounting, and worked sufficiently well. While I also prefer a cast aluminum basket, the 500 watts RMS didn't warrant it. The stamped basket was sufficient for the design demands and power handling of the subwoofer. The spider was good with excellent quality stitching of the tinsel leads. The common spring terminals also worked great and were well labeled. It's Cone Finger "V" Ultra Light design under the cone looked pretty cool. The inverted Kevlar cone was excellent, and very stiff for no distortion from cone flex. It is also extremely durable to last for years of abuse. The surrounds seemed a tad thinner than I have seen on other models, but allowed for easy cone movement. The Massive Audio TW-12's did have a great amount of excursion, and air movement.

To test the end result, I turned to a traditional sealed enclosure, giving 1.25 cu ft per subwoofer. Reference gear included a Kenwood Excelon KDC-X991 receiver, Rockford Fosgate 25 to life Power 1000, Vibe Audio Space 6 3D 3-way component system and Alpine SPX-13PRO components. I also torture tested them with a variety of tracks. I started with Backbusters - Tocatta and Fugue. The Massive Audio TW-12's provided excellent depth, was very clean sounding, and actually sounded quite musical. Next up was Justin Timberlake FutureSex- Sexyback. The bass was very nicely tight and punchy. It was a chest punch that you could't help crank up the volume to get more of it. And the Massive Audio TW-12's enjoyed being blasted to deliver more of it! Dead or Alive- You Spin Me Right Round is a good challenge with it's fast beats. For a 12 inch subwoofer, the Massive Audio TW-12's did well on the fast beats, and was just a tad muddy when listening for it. But it was not overly so to where it brought attention to itself. Last but not least was No Doubt- HellaGood. This track was full of bass energy, and was played with lots of authority.

Overall I was impressed with the Massive Audio TW-12's. At their price point MSRP of $249.95 each, they they provided great output and extension with good sound quality. At their price point the resolution was good and they were also pleasantly musical. Based on their quality and performance, the Massive Audio TW-12 has earned our Recommended Award. For more info and complete specs, check out their website at: http://www.massiveaudio.com/.

Earthquake Sound Announces TD5X: The Fully Digital 5 Channel Amplifier

One Install Does It All: For the past year and half Earthquake engineers have been working on providing consumers with the best 5 channel amplifier; finally, the TD5X was conceived. TD5X’s 3000 watts of max power is more than anyone will ever need in such an install. TD5X has 4 channels for your front and rear sound quality imaging and with over 100 WRMS per channel, it is more than enough for any coaxial, 6x9 or components speakers. On top of that, channel 5, the subwoofer channel, outputs over 400 WRMS thus driving your subs to deliver the best bass you can dream of.

When designing the TD5X, Earthquake took into consideration that many cars nowadays have limited space. Therefore, the TD5X has a low profile heatsink that allows the user to install it in a small area. TD5X is of course designed with green technology in order to deliver high power on all 5 channels with minimum power consumption and less strain on the car’s electrical system. To make TD5X easy to install or to upgrade your system with, Earthquake Sound added an auto sensing option which means that you no longer need to fish for and run a remote turn on wire from the head unit to the amplifier. Simply plug in the RCAs and the TD5x will automatically come on when it senses music; TD5X will then shut itself down when there is no music for 20 minutes. There are too many options to list here so please contact your local dealer to learn more about TD5X or simply visit our website here.

Now Shipping!

Features
• 3000 watts of max power
• 4 stereo channels and 1 mono subwoofer channel
• On dash remote bass control
• 2, 4, or 5 channel inputs
• Independent equalization control for the stereo channels (front and rear)
• Independent subwoofer equalization control and separate sub
• Turn on via remote wire or music sensing
• High efficiency low profile heatsink
• Massive 4 gauge power/ground terminal blocks
• Massive 8 gauge speaker terminal blocks

MSRP: $499.00

About Earthquake Sound Corp.
In 1984, Joseph J. Sahyoun, a music freak and Aerospace Engineer unhappy with the existing loud speaker technology and performance, decided to put his advanced knowledge in aerospace technology to use. He pushed his technological boundaries to the limit to create the kind of subwoofer he could live with.
Earthquake's innovative audio technologies connect millions of people around the world with the sound solutions they need. EQ Sound designs, manufactures, and markets high performance audio systems for use in home and audio-video systems, and after-market and OEM automotive systems.
Earthquake’s great dealer programs and consumer warranties provide measurable profit margin while enhancing the overall experience for users. Earthquake is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia. For more information, visit www.earthquakesound.com. ### Earthquake is a trademark of Earthquake Sound Corp. All other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated. Prices and Specification Subject to change without notice.

New addition to the AireLED Series includes 12.7 mm-thin monitors with embedded Screen+ Feature and DVI-D with HDCP input

Fremont, Calif. – February 23, 2011– AOC, the world’s largest manufacturer of LCD/LED Monitors and HDTVs, reveals the Aire Black LED, a glossy piano-black monitor featuring one of the world’s slimmest display panels. This new all-black addition to the popular AireLED Series offers bonus features like embedded Screen+ software that allows the user to divide the screen into four self-contained work areas. The Aire Black LED monitor comes in 20-inch (e2043Fk, $129), 22-inch (e2243Fwk, $149) and 23-inch (e2343Fk, $179) screen sizes, and is now available at national retailers including Best Buy, Radio Shack, Office Max, Fry’s, TigerDirect/CompUSA and PC Richards, among others.
The sleek widescreen Aire Black LED Monitor is one of the slimmest display panels on the market at 12.7 mm throughout. The monitor also offers impressive image quality with a 50,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio, 5ms response time, and a DVI-D with HDCP input for the ultimate HD viewing experience. Along with being EPEAT Gold Certified for its green packaging and production, the Aire Black LED Monitor on average consumes only 15 watts of energy and includes an eSaver feature that lets the user preset power conservation modes for the display when the PC is not in use. The monitor’s Power Saving Mode uses 50 percent less power, and Standby Mode uses only 0.1w.
“A clean and modern aesthetic coupled with amazing image quality have made the AireLED Series one of our most popular monitor lines for both business and home use,” said Robert Velez, AOC Marketing Manager. “The Aire Black LED display reduces energy costs and offers incredible value, which is a trademark of the AOC brand and products.”
The versatile Aire Black LED Monitor has a built-in VESA stand that locks into place so that the monitor can be used on a desktop and easily mounted on a wall by simply pushing a button and folding the stand at its tilt hinge. No assembly is required for the stand, making the monitor a helpful solution for businesses that require visual displays but have limited space. The monitor’s easily accessible connections are located at the back of the stand, while its front features convenient LED touch controls for power and onscreen display.

SPEC HIGHLIGHTS
Screen Size: 20”, 22”, 23”
Ultra-slim display panel throughout (.5 in/ 12.7 mm)
WLED Backlight
50,000,000:1 DCR
5ms Response Time
DVI-D with HDCP Input
Screen+ Technology
e-Saver Feature
About AOC
AOC is the world’s largest manufacturer of LCD/LED monitors and HDTVs. With more than 60 years of design and manufacturing experience, AOC has earned a reputation for selling user-friendly, technologically advanced monitors, TVs and multi-functional displays. Every aspect of AOC’s global business focuses on the development of products that fit seamlessly into consumers’ digital lifestyle. For more information, please visit us.aoc.com.
Connect with AOC on Facebook at Facebook.com/AOCAmericas and on Twitter at Twitter.com/aocusa.

Patriot strengthens brand presence in Europe with VIP Computers BV

Fremont, California, USA, February 23, 2011 - Patriot Memory, a global provider of premium quality memory module, flash memory and computer peripheral solutions, today announced their partnership with VIP Computers BV to distribute Patriot Memory's full line of DRAM and flash memory products throughout Benelux and southern European markets.“Patriot is excited about this opportunity to partner with one of Europe’s largest distributors. In VIP we have a business partner who shares our passion of offering high quality, innovated products.” says Johnny Van Esch, Patriot’s European General Manager. “VIP Computers’ targeted channel solutions and large customer network will allow Patriot to grow the brand in Benelux and southern Europe.” Robin Wolff, Purchaser at VIP Computers commented: “We are excited to be partner with Patriot Memory. Patriot Memory will fit very well to the brands we already distribute, specially their high-end memory line up, as well as their high-speed flash and USB, all nicely retail packed”.For more information on Patriot Memory solutions, please contact your Patriot Sales Representative or visit us at http://www.patriotmemory.com.
About Patriot Memory
Patriot Memory designs, manufactures and markets high performance, enthusiast memory modules, flash products, and computing technologies worldwide. Patriot products have become world renown for their extreme performance, reliability and innovation. Patriot Memory sells its products through original equipment manufacturers, retailers, e-tailers and distributors. It has operations in North America, Asia and Europe. Patriot Memory LLC was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Fremont, California, USA.

IBIKE DASH CC WIRELESS CYCLING COMPUTER LAUNCHED FOR IPHONE & IPOD TOUCH

Boca Raton , FL, February 22, 2011 -- Velocomp LLP, www.iBikeDash.com, a leading sports technology company and creator of the iBike® line of power meters, announced today the iBike Dash CC (Cycling Computer), a light-weight wireless bicycle computer system that turns any iPhone or iPod touch into your own personal fitness trainer. Priced starting at $199, the iBike Dash CC creates an entirely new category of interactive cycling devices, enhancing the cycling experience in a much more intimate, intuitive and fun way than ever before to help you finally keep that New Year’s resolution to get in shape!

Includes Free iPhone/iPod touch Bike App with Easy-to-Read High-Res Color Graphics & Animation

Easy to install, the compact (3.2 oz) iBike Dash CC takes your biking from leisure to fitness, helping you quickly reach your goals by measuring your speed, power, heart rate, wind speed, time, trip, elevation, and calories to become healthier and fitter. The iBike Dash CC includes a free iBike app available from the iTunes App Store at: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ibike/id369550718?mt=8, which features customizable tools, from simple speedometers to work-out programs. The app is displayed on the iPhone or iPod touch screen with easy to read high-resolution color graphics and animation.

Dispels “No Pain, No Gain” Myth – “HR Pacing Meter” Tells Boundaries – Critical for Safe Training

Intelligent biking is all about sustaining your energy, so that you have more than enough left for the last few miles. Forget the “no pain, no gain” myth, the iBike Dash CC tells you how hard is too hard. Riding within your boundaries is critical for safe training, and with the iBike Dash CC’s “HR Pacing Meter,” you can see at a glance whether your heart rate in the right zone. The HR Pacing Meter determines your fitness level with 5 Heart Rate Color Zones from 50% to 100%. These zones indicate the degree of difficulty you will experience when cycling in each zone at your fitness level: from Blue (very light) to Red (very hard). Each of the zones address different goals, from losing weight in the bottom zones to improving fitness in the middle zones, to maximizing performance in the top zones. After regular exercise, you’ll find you’re able to exercise more comfortably in the upper zones and for longer times in the lower zones.

Use Optimal Cycling Effort to Burn Fat

iBike Dash CC also tells you when your cycling effort is optimal for burning fat; how many calories you’re using during the ride, on all rides this week or all rides this month; what speed and distance you’re traveling; and even where you are on your bike route. Also, iBike Dash CC can help you set some personal goals, measure your progress and allow you to adjust your performance as you enjoy your ride.

Virtual Co-pilot, Navigator, & Trainer -- All in One

“We’d all like to be fitter, healthier and lose some weight, but the truth is just riding your bike for
half an hour or so a day won’t necessarily do it,” said John Hamann, CEO, Velocomp. “With the revolutionary iBike Dash CC on your iPhone or iPod touch, you can take the next step, knowing how to manage your biking effort to the best effect to help you become fitter with an amazing cycling dashboard at your fingertips -- a virtual co-pilot, navigator, and trainer -- all in one.”

iBike Dash CC Features:
50 power-based and Heart Rate (HR) zone workouts.
Includes ANT+ speed sensor with optional sensors for cadence and HR.
User customizable touch screens display cycling information in color with unique graphics and animation.
Features easy-to-read large fonts with back-light display for night-time viewing.
· iPhone’s GPS, map, and weather capabilities operate seamlessly with the iDash, greatly enhancing the rider’s experience.
· Power-based indoor trainer feature.
· Bike odometer.
Calendar feature keeps track of weekly cycling stats, including calories, miles and speed.
· HR Zone dial presents cycling exertion in an extremely intuitive manner.
· Easy-to-follow, on-screen instructions and instructional videos.
“Phone BoothTM” dashboard/case houses circuitry, keeps out water and absorbs shock.
Easy to install, use, and move from bike to bike.
No need for calibration.
Allows seamless hands-free calls using your iPhone and Bluetooth headset with no interruption to ride data collection.
Allows full use of touch screen, even while wearing cycling gloves.
A rechargeable/replaceable spare battery can be housed inside the “Phone Booth” to extend the
operating time of your iPhone/iPod touch.
· Compatible with all ANT+ speed, cadence and HR sensors.

Pricing & Availability

The iBike Dash CC is available immediately for iPhone and iPod touch, priced at $199 MSRP for the basic version and $329 MSRP for the advanced version with additional features (including cadence, HR, calorie measurement, battery and charger) through the Apple Store at: http://store.apple.com/us/product/H3828LL/A or Velocomp at: http://www.ibikesports.com/ibikestore.html. iBike Dash CC includes the holder, mount, wireless speed sensor, iBike app for iPhone or iPod touch, and iBike software for Mac and Windows desktop computers. For more information, see www.ibikedash.com.

About Velocomp - First to Deliver Advanced Power Measurement at a Consumer-Friendly Price

Velocomp, LLP is a leading sports technology company based in Boca Raton , Florida . The first in the bicycle industry to deliver advanced power measurement at a mainstream price, Velocomp is dedicated to
product breakthroughs in the areas of performance, measurement, design, and value. Launched in June
2006, thousands of iBike® power meters are being enjoyed worldwide. For more information, see www.iBikeSports.com.

V-MODA celebrates the Crossfade LP Custom Program in conjunction with its V year anniversary

Hollywood, CA - February 22, 2011 – V-MODA, a global leader in quality products that fuse style and music, is thrilled to unveil Crossfade Customs, a revolutionary personalization option for its award-winning over-ear headphone, the Crossfade LP. In honor of its five year anniversary of launching fashion metal headphones in color, the company will offer this service, previously only available to select celebrities, to everybody.The V-MODA Customs Program is an initiative founded on the fundamental belief that your headphones should be as unique as your style and musical tastes. To kick off the program, V-MODA customers can choose from six plate color options, four unique engraved designs with custom text on a choice of four base frames. Initial designs include a numbered jersey, crown, skull snake, and vinyl immortal angel logo. Colors available for the metal Crossfade LP plates are Gold, Black, Gunmetal, Pink, Purple and Red. The custom headphones will arrive ready-to-wear according to the buyer’s specifications.“Our company vision derives from the Italian word, moda, meaning style,” says Val Kolton, Chief Visionary Officer of V-MODA and professional DJ. “Crossfade Customs lets you endorse yourself with individual style while enjoying the best sound, comfort and build quality of the highly-acclaimed Crossfade LP. As a testament to the Crossfade’s sound and durability, in only a few months of availability it quickly garnered amazing amounts of praise in the press and became the headphone of choice for hundreds of the world’s top musicians, athletes and stars.”Kolton travelled, played and collaborated with over fifty producers, musicians and DJs to gain consensus on how to build the best headphone possible. These three years of research allowed V-MODA to fine tune the sound, features and durability of the Crossfade LP and future headphone models. Since producers and DJs are very mobile, work on the road and put their headphones through extreme abuse during and after gigs, the efforts have paid off in making the ultimate long-lasting and versatile headphone.Built for active lifestyles, the Crossfade LP features a patented 50mm dual-diaphragm driver, BLISS noise isolation, memory foam ear-cushions, metal memory headband and signature "V-ANGLE" design. Each pair includes an exoskeleton hard case, soft cleaning cloth, 24K gold plugs, as well as both an audio only and three-button remote Kevlar® cables.For a limited time, the Crossfade Custom Program will be included with every new Crossfade LP ($199.99) when purchased direct from V-MODA’s website. For more information or to purchase, please visit www.vmoda.com/customs.
##ABOUT V-MODA:V-MODA is the true music lifestyle brand that is distinguished by its fashion-forward design, unparalleled quality and unequivocal passion for music. Led by professional DJ and Chief Visionary Officer, Val Kolton, V-MODA products blend the spirit of Italian design, the essence of music, and the allure of Hollywood. Together with the world’s most influential producers, musicians and DJs, V-MODA is constantly challenging the norm and forging the remix revolution.

V-MODA Unveils Custom Headphones, Personalized To Match Your Style

Hollywood, CA - February 22, 2011 – V-MODA, a global leader in quality products that fuse style and music, is thrilled to unveil Crossfade Customs, a revolutionary personalization option for its award-winning over-ear headphone, the Crossfade LP. In honor of its five year anniversary of launching fashion metal headphones in color, the company will offer this service, previously only available to select celebrities, to everybody.

The V-MODA Customs Program is an initiative founded on the fundamental belief that your headphones should be as unique as your style and musical tastes. To kick off the program, V-MODA customers can choose from six plate color options, four unique engraved designs with custom text on a choice of four base frames. Initial designs include a numbered jersey, crown, skull snake, and vinyl immortal angel logo. Colors available for the metal Crossfade LP plates are Gold, Black, Gunmetal, Pink, Purple and Red. The custom headphones will arrive ready-to-wear according to the buyer’s specifications.

“Our company vision derives from the Italian word, moda, meaning style,” says Val Kolton, Chief Visionary Officer of V-MODA and professional DJ. “Crossfade Customs lets you endorse yourself with individual style while enjoying the best sound, comfort and build quality of the highly-acclaimed Crossfade LP. As a testament to the Crossfade’s sound and durability, in only a few months of availability it quickly garnered amazing amounts of praise in the press and became the headphone of choice for hundreds of the world’s top musicians, athletes and stars.”

Kolton travelled, played and collaborated with over fifty producers, musicians and DJs to gain consensus on how to build the best headphone possible. These three years of research allowed V-MODA to fine tune the sound, features and durability of the Crossfade LP and future headphone models. Since producers and DJs are very mobile, work on the road and put their headphones through extreme abuse during and after gigs, the efforts have paid off in making the ultimate long-lasting and versatile headphone.

Built for active lifestyles, the Crossfade LP features a patented 50mm dual-diaphragm driver, BLISS noise isolation, memory foam ear-cushions, metal memory headband and signature "V-ANGLE" design. Each pair includes an exoskeleton hard case, soft cleaning cloth, 24K gold plugs, as well as both an audio only and three-button remote Kevlar® cables.

For a limited time, the Crossfade Custom Program will be included with every new Crossfade LP ($199.99) when purchased direct from V-MODA’s website. For more information or to purchase, please visit www.vmoda.com/customs.
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ABOUT V-MODA:
V-MODA is the true music lifestyle brand that is distinguished by its fashion-forward design, unparalleled quality and unequivocal passion for music. Led by professional DJ and Chief Visionary Officer, Val Kolton, V-MODA products blend the spirit of Italian design, the essence of music, and the allure of Hollywood. Together with the world’s most influential producers, musicians and DJs, V-MODA is constantly challenging the norm and forging the remix revolution.

HDMI® LICENSING, LLC ASSISTS IN PREVENTING COUNTERFEIT HDMI PRODUCTS FROM ENTERING THE U.S. MARKET

SUNNYVALE Calif. February 16, 2011 – HDMI Licensing, LLC, the agent responsible for licensing the High-Definition Multimedia Interface® (HDMI®) Specification, today announced its successful collaboration with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to enforce intellectual property rights and trademark protection for the HDMI standard and help CBP frontline personnel identify counterfeit goods and prevent them from entering the United States.

Since January 2010, 32 shipments containing counterfeit HDMI products such as cables and adapters, DVD players and electronic projectors have been seized or destroyed at U.S. ports including Alaska, California, Florida, Indiana, Michigan, Texas, Washington State and Virginia.

“We are committed to protecting the over 1,000 HDMI adopters and the many consumers who use HDMI products by enforcing the HDMI trademark against counterfeiters,” said Steve Venuti, president of HDMI Licensing, LLC. “It is our goal to have only legitimate and authentic HDMI products on the market and CBP enforcement is one of many strategies we utilize as a part of our larger global strike against counterfeiters.”

For more information on the CBP program for intellectual property rights and trademark protection, please contact CBP at iprpolicyprograms@dhs.gov or download the Intellectual Property Rights Product Identification Training Guidelines on the CBP website at http://www.cbp.gov.

About U.S. Customs and Border Protection
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security charged with the management, control and protection of our nation's borders at and between the official ports of entry. CBP is charged with keeping terrorists and terrorist weapons out of the country while enforcing hundreds of U.S. laws.

About HDMI Licensing, LLC
HDMI Licensing, LLC is the agent responsible for licensing the HDMI specification, promoting the HDMI standard and providing education on the benefits of the HDMI specification to Adopters, retailers and consumers. The HDMI specification was developed by Hitachi, Ltd.; Panasonic Corporation; Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.; Silicon Image, Inc.; Sony Corporation; Technicolor S.A. (formerly Thomson S.A.) and Toshiba Corporation as the all-digital interface standard for the consumer electronics and personal computer markets. The HDMI specification combines uncompressed high-definition video, multi-channel audio, and data in a single digital interface to provide crystal-clear digital quality over a single cable. HDMI Licensing, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Silicon Image, Inc. For more information about the HDMI specification, please visit www.hdmi.org.

HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners in the Unites States and/or other countries.

SANUS® Releases iPad™ Mount Adapter

(ST. PAUL, Minn.) - SANUS, the leading global brand of audio/video mounts, furnishings and consumer electronics accessories, announces the release of a mount adapter that allows easy attachment of an iPad™ to any TV wall mount that is VESA 100 x 100 compatible. The new VisionMount® VMA301 iPad™ Mount Adapter provides an easy solution to iPad™ mounting anywhere in a home, office or kitchen.
The VMA301 is now available for shipment.
With the VMA301, iPad™ mounting has never been simpler. The mount adapter is incredibly easy to install and use. It features:
A custom molded design and material for a snug and durable fit
A convenient release tab for quick device removal; no tools are required to attach or remove the iPad™ from the adapter
Compatibility with any VESA 100 x 100 mount
Virtual Axis 3D™ cup-shaped faceplate for achieving portrait and landscape positions (this feature compatible only with SANUS mount models MF202, MF209, MF215, MC1A and MD115)
The VisionMount VMA301 iPad™ Mount Adapter is currently available for a list price of $24.99 USD.
About SANUSSANUS®, a division of Milestone AV Technologies, designs and builds fine AV mounts, furniture, stands and accessories. Every SANUS product is engineered to enhance AV systems and the surrounding décor. Today SANUS offers more than 300 home theater units, TV and audio stands, mounts, speaker supports, AV equipment racks and accessories. SANUS products are available at thousands of retail locations worldwide and can be seen at the company's website: www.sanus.com.

JL Audio Announces W7 Anniversary Edition Subwoofers

Miramar, FL—February 15, 2011— Ten years ago, JL Audio made headlines and moved the boundaries of subwoofer design with the introduction of the W7—a revolutionary subwoofer, meticulously engineered to deliver immense output with an extremely high level of fidelity. The award-winning component, featuring six patented technologies, has received praise all over the world and continues to be built to exacting quality standards at JL Audio’s factory in Florida.

To celebrate the subwoofer that changed it all, JL Audio has introduced the “Anniversary Edition W7” models to replace all of the original W7’s. Changes are cosmetic-only and consist of a distinctive Satin-Black Basket, a “W7 Anniversary Edition” badge on the cone, a brighter outer trim ring, as well as new labels and packaging. The legendary sound and overall performance of the W7 subwoofers remains unchanged

To kick off the 10th Anniversary of the W7, JL Audio is also offering a limited, numbered edition of W7AE-LP subwoofers. Each one is hand-signed and hand-numbered by the man who started it all, JL Audio’s founder, CEO and Chief Engineer Lucio Proni,

8W7AE-LP: Limited Edition of 150
10W7AE-LP: Limited Edition of 200
12W7AE-LP: Limited Edition of 300
13W7AE-LP: Limited Edition of 300


JL Audio President, Andy Oxenhorn stated: “It is a testament to the quality and technology of the W7 design that it has stood the test of time and still offers the ultimate combination of sound quality and high-output capability ten years after its original introduction. Few audio products enjoy such a long run and we are thrilled to create these new versions for the W7’s second decade.”

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Suggested Retail Prices (USA):

W7AE Anniversary Edition Subwoofers
13W7AE $1,199.95
12W7AE $ 849.95
10W7AE $ 649.95
8W7AE $ 449.95

W7AE-LP Limited Editions
13W7AE $1,299.95 (Limited Edition of 300)
12W7AE $ 949.95 (Limited Edition of 300)
10W7AE $ 749.95 (Limited Edition of 200)
8W7AE $ 549.95 (Limited Edition of 150)

D-Link's Boxee Box Finally Adds Netflix

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. – Feb. 14, 2011 – Expanding content options available to users, D-Link and Boxee today announced that the award-winning Boxee Box by D-Link now features support for both Netflix and VUDU. The Boxee Box is the easiest way to bring TV shows, movies, music, and photos from the Internet to your TV in a simple, easy-to-use way – all that’s needed is a TV with an HDMI input and an Internet connection. Unlike any other set-top device, the Boxee Box has support for a full web browser, full HD streaming from the Internet, support for all popular media file formats, and integrated social networking which delivers personal recommendations straight to the TV.

Boxee Box by D-Link users who are Netflix members are now able to instantly watch thousands of TV shows and movies streaming from Netflix for only $7.99 per month through an easy-to-use application that’s easily accessible and free for consumers.

VUDU provides Boxee Box users access to the largest selection of HD movies on demand, new releases (same day as DVD) and thousands of standard definition movies for rental at $2 for two nights. The VUDU HDX format on the Boxee Box is 1080p high-definition at 24 fps with Dolby Digital Plus 5.1 surround. Featuring TruFilm™, VUDU optimizes the encoding, transmission and display of HDX movies on 40-inch HDTVs and larger screens to deliver an outstanding home entertainment viewing experience. Furthermore, VUDU is offering each new Boxee Box user a $5.99 credit towards a first rental or purchase.

“We are very pleased to expand the content accessible via the Boxee Box to include the movies, TV shows and more offered by Netflix and VUDU,” said Daniel Kelley, D-Link’s Associate Vice President of Consumer Marketing, North America. “The Boxee Box is designed as a complete home entertainment hub for today’s connected families, and we are committed to working with additional content partners in order to deliver amazing viewing experiences at home.”

“With the addition of both Netflix and VUDU, the Boxee Box by D-Link has become a powerful new way to bring mainstream, indie, and award-winning films into your living room,” said Andrew Kippen, vice president of marketing, Boxee. “We're able to show people what TV can be...and they're telling us they'll never go back.”

The Boxee Box features an SD card slot, two USB ports, optical digital audio, HDMI output, 802.11n wireless, and an Ethernet port for connectivity flexibility. With a double-sided remote featuring a built-in QWERTY keyboard and simple browsing interface, consumers can kick back and watch virtually anything. Beyond traditional content, consumers can easily discover new videos from friends on social networks, including Facebook and Twitter, which are pushed directly to their TV.

Availability and Pricing
The Boxee Box by D-Link is currently available throughout D-Link’s network of retail and e-tail outlets in North America, and at the company’s online store, http://www.dlinkshop.com, with a street price of $199.

About D-Link
D-Link is the global leader in connectivity for home, small business, mid- to large-sized enterprise environments, and service providers. An award-winning designer, developer, and manufacturer, D-Link implements and supports unified network solutions that integrate capabilities in switching, wireless, broadband, storage, IP Surveillance, and cloud-based network management. For more information visit at www.dlink.com or connect with D-Link on Facebook (www.facebook.com/dlink) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/dlink).

About Boxee, Inc.
Boxee is a new way to think about TV. We believe TV should be personal. With a Boxee connected to your TV, you can watch any TV show from the Internet, movies from services like Netflix, VUDU, MUBI, and OpenFilm, and enjoy all the rest the Internet has to offer that will never make it to broadcast TV. We believe your TV should be connected to your friends. Boxee automatically delivers video recommendations from your friends on Facebook and Twitter to your TV and lets you share stuff with them from the click of the remote. More than a million people use Boxee to enjoy their entertainment. Learn how you can join them at www.boxee.tv.

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New 2.1 loudspeaker delivers full high-definition 3D performance

Fremont, CA – February 10, 2011 – Antec, Inc., the global leader in high-performance computer components and accessories for the gaming, PC upgrade and Do-It-Yourself markets, today announces the immediate availability of the all new soundscience™ rockus™ 3D | 2.1 speaker system.

The soundscience rockus 3D |2.1 speaker system is designed to create a personal theater experience, bringing the power and realism of 3D sound together with the clarity and accuracy of high-fidelity audio, making it an ideal solution for experiencing game and movie sound in 3D.

soundscience’s 3D audio technology, 3Dsst™, is a suite of DSP (digital sound processing) algorithms that creates a virtual surround sound experience from 2.1 stereo speakers. 3Dsst actively analyzes incoming stereo audio signals and intelligently places them into a 3D sound field, resulting in immersive 3D sound for your movies and games from 2.1 speakers. The soundscience rockus also boasts a dedicated music mode optimized for organic stereo sound reproduction, letting users hear music with deep, visceral sub-bass; powerful, spacious mids and crisp highs.

The soundscience rockus 3D |2.1 speaker system’s satellites are made entirely from anodized aluminum which reduces distortion caused by enclosure vibration and rattling that plagues traditional PC speakers. Additionally, its subwoofer utilizes passive radiator technology to deliver an expansive range of bass comparable to larger footprint subwoofers.

“We’re excited to announce the immediate widespread availability of the rockus, a sleek, well-balanced compact speaker system that brings a crisp, powerful audio experience to a broad audience,” says Scott Richards, senior vice president of Antec. “The rockus nixes any complicated setups and messy cabling and offers the utmost in quality and ease-of-use. Plus, with analog and optical connectivity, it’s easy to get well-produced sound from your computer, tablet, game console, mp3 player or any audio gear – making it an optimal speaker system for gamers, home theater and DIY consumers.”

Key Features:

• Anodized aluminum satellites that reduce vibration and minimize distortion, resulting in clear mid and sparkling high-range sound

• Total output of speakers is 150W, with each satellite delivering 25W and the subwoofer producing 100W, comparable to larger footprint subwoofers

• 3D-tuned drivers to deliver audio optimized for soundscience’s 3Dsst technology

• Dual-mode operation: 3D mode for enveloping games and movies, and music mode for faithful stereo music playback

• Optical input for playback of digital audio from game consoles (Xbox 360, PS3,) and other, similarly equipped devices

• Remote control pod for volume adjustment, 3D/music mode selection, muting and digital/analog input selection

• Frequency response is 10Hz to 20kHz

Availability

The soundscience rockus 3D |2.1 speaker system is backed by Antec’s Quality 2-Year (AQ2) Limited Warranty on parts and labor, and is available now for a price of $249.99 at Amazon.com, Fry’s Electronics and Antec’s Online store at http://store.antec.com. Visit www.soundscienceaudio.com and the official Antec blog post at http://blog.antec.com/audio/soundscience-antec-does-audio/.

About soundscience

soundscience (or soundscience, inc.,), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Antec, Inc., designs and creates audio- and video-enabled lifestyle products and accessories for the PC and home entertainment markets. Founded in 2010, soundscience brings Antec’s expertise and reputation in PC enclosures, cooling and power systems, to speaker systems and multimedia components. www.soundscienceaudio.com.

About Antec, Inc.

Antec, Inc., the global leader in high-performance computer components and accessories for the gaming, PC upgrade and Do-It-Yourself markets, is recognized world-wide as a pioneer in the industry, and has maintained its role as market leader and international provider of quiet, efficient and innovative products.

Now in its 25th anniversary year celebration, Antec has achieved great success in the distribution channel, meeting the demands of quality-conscious system builders, VARs and integrators. Antec’s offering of enclosures includes a wide range of cases, such as its advanced Performance One Series, innovative state-of-the art LanBoy Air and Skeleton cases, critically acclaimed Sonata line of Quiet Computing™ enclosures, and VERIS family of media components designed for the home theater PC market.

Antec’s products also include front line power supplies, such as its premium High Current series, powerful TruePower Quattro Series and EarthWatts, one of the most environmentally friendly power supplies available. PC gamers are an increasingly significant consumer of performance components, and many Antec products are designed for the gaming demographic, like the premier gaming enclosure, the Nine Hundred Two. Antec also offers a line of computer accessories comprising many original products, including its patented LED fans and notebook cooling solutions.

Founded in 1986, Antec is headquartered in Fremont, California, with additional offices in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, as well as in Germany, China and Taiwan. The company’s products are sold in more than 40 countries world-wide. Please visit www.antec.com for more information.

Beyerdynamic introduces foldable headphone with sophisticated sound - perfect for tablet PCs and other mobile players

Farmingdale, NY February 2011: Enjoy movies while travelling - no problem with video apps on a tablet PC such as the iPad. Listening to music, no matter if you are on a train or in a hotel room, has become as natural as phoning or working while you are on the move.

The new DTX 300p from the audio specialist beyerdynamic in Heilbronn is a perfect solution. As a supra-aural headphone, it sits comfortably on the ear with its soft cushions and provides enough membrane area to give the soundtracks of Hollywood blockbusters the necessary emphasis. At the same time, the sound is so detailed that even fine structures in classical orchestral recordings are heard with an iPod or other MP3 players. The closed design shields against disturbing ambient noise and the listener can concentrate on the audio or video material.

In addition to its acoustic qualities the DTX 300p has more to offer. It practically kills two birds with one stone: Due to stable joints of the stainless steel headband, the headphone can be folded and stored in the supplied soft case. When travelling the headphone is always ready for use. After all, the movie fan wants to know how the story goes on.

Beginning mid March 2011, the DTX 300p will be available in two stylish colour variations, white with grey and black with red anodized aluminium ring. Suggested retail price is $59.

Available through qualified dealers and directly from the manufacturer: www.beyerdynamic.com



Technical Specifications DTX 300 p

Transducer type dynamic
Operating principle closed
Frequency response 25 - 18,000 Hz
Impedance 32 ohms
Sound pressure level 104 dB
Sound coupling to the ear supra aural
Cable 1.2 m
Connection mini jack plug 3.5 mm
Special features foldable
Accessory soft case
Suggested Retail Price $59.00

METROPCS AND SAMSUNG MOBILE UNVEIL THE SAMSUNG GALAXY INDULGE, THE WORLD’S FIRST COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE 4G LTE ANDROID SMARTPHONE

Consumers can have it all – apps, entertainment and organization tools with lightning fast speeds – at about half the price of other 4G smartphone service plans

DALLAS– February 9, 2011 - MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS), the nation’s leading provider of unlimited, no annual contract, flat-rate wireless service, and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), the number one mobile phone provider in the U.S. 1, today introduced the world’s first commercially available 4GLTE enabled Android™ smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy Indulge™.

At about half the cost of other 4G smartphone service plans today, consumers can truly have it all with MetroPCS’ $50 and $60 4GLTE smartphone service plans, which include all applicable taxes and regulatory fees. MetroPCS is delivering this unmatched value with unlimited talk, text and 4G LTE Web page browsing, along with data access to streaming audio, video and gaming content, downloads and Android applications.

“Our commitment to offering premium, feature-rich smartphones was once again fulfilled today with the introduction of the Samsung Galaxy Indulge, which will allow consumers to experience the vast benefits of both MetroPCS’ 4GLTE services and the Android operating system,” said Roger D. Linquist, president, CEO and chairman of MetroPCS. “Mobile consumers no longer have to choose between low cost service and high-end Android handsets. Instead, they can truly have it all by being able to select from a full spectrum of feature and smartphones paired with 4GLTE services at an unmatched value.”

Powered by Android 2.2 (Froyo), the Galaxy Indulge is the perfect smartphone for those who want to manage every aspect of their lives from a mobile device. MetroPCS’ 4GLTE service delivers lightning fast Web page browsing and also allows customers to watch and listen to exclusive entertainment and multimedia content from their favorite shows through the MetroSTUDIO application. Quick access to the Android Market™ provides more than 100,000 applications to consumers’ fingertips and Android’s intuitive user interface with Samsung TouchWiz enhancements makes customizing the device’s home screens simple and easy. The Galaxy Indulge’s combination touch screen/QWERTY keyboard means consumers can send messages via e-mail, SMS or social media channels through whichever input method they choose.

“The Galaxy Indulge integrates two of Samsung’s core product investments; the Android platform and bringing powerful and intuitive 4G-enabled devices to the U.S. market,” said Omar Khan, chief strategy officer for Samsung Mobile. “The Galaxy Indulge is loaded with the speed of the Android OS, true mobile broadband connectivity and a 1GHz processor with rich multimedia features for premium movie and TV content.”

The Galaxy Indulge provides complete access to Google Mobile services, including Google Search™, Google Maps™, Gmail™ and YouTube™. This sleek smartphone features a 3 megapixel camera and camcorder with auto-focus, music player, Stereo Bluetooth® capabilities and expandable memory storage up to 32GB. Additionally, the Galaxy Indulge includes a 4GB microSD™ card, preloaded with the action film “IRONMAN 2,” produced by Paramount Pictures2.

The Samsung Galaxy Indulge is the second LTE-enabled mobile phone offered by MetroPCS, following the Samsung Craft TM which was introduced in late 2010. The Galaxy Indulge will be available in MetroPCS stores and online later this week with a suggested retail price of $399 plus tax.

Visit www.metropcs.com for store location information or to purchase the Samsung Galaxy Indulge online and sign up for service plans. To find out more information on the Samsung Galaxy Indulge, please visit www.samsungwireless.com or www.samsungusanews.com.

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About MetroPCS Communications, Inc.
Dallas-based MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) is a provider of unlimited wireless communications service for a flat-rate with no annual contract. MetroPCS is the fifth largest facilities-based wireless carrier in the United States based on number of subscribers served. With Metro USA, MetroPCS customers can use their services in areas throughout the United States covering a population of over 280 million people. As of December 31, 2010, MetroPCS had over 8.1 million subscribers. For more information please visit www.metropcs.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
Except for the historical information contained herein, this press release contains forward-looking statements as defined within Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements, including those pertaining to 4G LTE services and networks, availability of service and handsets, service plan offerings, and rates/pricing, are subject to risks and uncertainties and are based upon MetroPCS management’s experience in the industry, as well as its perceptions of historical trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other factors management believes are appropriate under the circumstances as of the date of this press release unless specified as of some earlier date. Actual financial results, performance or results of operations may differ materially from forward-looking statement expressed in this release.
MetroPCS related brands, product names, company names, trademarks, service marks, images, symbols, copyrighted material, and other intellectual property are the exclusive properties of MetroPCS Wireless, Inc. and its subsidiaries, parent companies, and affiliates. Copyright ©2010 MetroPCS Wireless, Inc. All rights reserved.
Other brands, product names, company names, trademark and service marks are the property of their respective owners.
About Samsung Telecommunications America
Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, please visit www.samsungwireless.com.
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2009 consolidated sales of US$116.8 billion. Employing approximately 188,000 people in 185 offices across 65 countries, the company consists of eight independently operated business units: Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, Digital Imaging, Semiconductor and LCD. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.
1Number one mobile phone provider in the U.S. claim for Samsung Mobile based upon reported shipment data, according to Strategy Analytics Q3 2010 U.S. Market Share Handset Shipments Reports.

2 IRONMAN 2 copyright © 2009 Paramount Pictures. IRONMAN 2 and related marks and logos are trademarks of CBS Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Android is a trademark of Google, Inc.

Onkyo Debuts Two High-Value Packaged Home Theater Systems and New Dock for iPod/iPhone

UPPER SADDLE RIVER, NJ (2/10/2011) -- Onkyo is pleased to announce the release of two new home-theater-in-a-box (HTiB) receiver-and-speaker systems that combine the convenience of packaged home theater with the audio pedigree of Onkyo. The 7.1-channel Onkyo HT-S5400 and 5.1-channel HT-S3400 offer an exceptional array of features for these price points, and they are built to exacting standards designed to bring the best out of music, movies, and gaming content. The company is also introducing the Onkyo DS-A4 Remote Interactive Dock for iPod/iPhone that is designed to connect to most AV receivers.
The home theater receivers at the heart of these two systems all feature the latest implementation of the HDMI® connectivity standard with support for 3D video, lossless audio from Dolby® TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio™, and an Audio Return Channel. The latter feature sends an audio signal “upstream” from a connected HDTV’s tuner, eliminating the need for a separate audio cable. Along with four HDMI inputs and one output, each receiver includes a generous selection of digital and analog A/V inputs to handle a wide range of playback devices.
The amplifier sections for each of these receivers incorporates a massive transformer, optimum gain volume circuitry, and PLL jitter-cleaning circuitry to preserve signal accuracy. Other features include high-quality TI Burr-Brown audio DACs, a new Advanced Music Optimizer to enhance the fidelity of compressed audio files, and a convenient overlaid on-screen display for adjusting the settings. Both receivers also include Audyssey Dynamic EQ® and Audyssey Dynamic Volume®, two volume and equalization technologies that enable users to enjoy audio content in greater comfort.
The HT-S5400 offers the most extensive feature set. Its two extra audio channels enable it to support Dolby® Pro Logic® IIz, an audio processing technology that allows users to reconfigure the two surround-back channels as “front height” channels and increase the ambience of movies and games. The HT-S5400 boasts slightly superior audio DACs compared to the HT-S3400.
Located on the front panel of the HT-S5400’s receiver is a USB port that offers a direct digital connection for iPod/iPhone. Other highlights of the HT-S5400 include a powered subwoofer and a subwoofer pre-out for greater low-end impact, and Audyssey 2EQ®, which works to adjust the soundstage to the unique dimensions of the user’s listening space. The receiver is complemented by a seven-channel speaker set consisting of mid-size, two-way front LCR speakers and four compact full-range satellites.
The Onkyo HT-S3400 provides a more affordable 5.1-channel HTiB solution that omits the USB port, subwoofer pre-out, and Audyssey 2EQ, but it does include Onkyo’s proprietary Universal Port to enable single-cable connection of Onkyo peripheral devices. A powerful, down-firing subwoofer and five full-range surround speakers are included with the HT-S3400.
The Onkyo DS-A4 Remote Interactive Dock for iPod/iPhone provides audio, video outputs, charging, and full function remote control when used with most AV receivers, and advanced functionality and integration when connected to an Onkyo receiver’s proprietary RI interface jack. The dock is compatible with all current iPod/ iPhone models up to the latest iPhone 4. It has outputs for stereo audio as well as composite and component video. Menu navigation is aided by an On-Screen Display and supplied remote control; RI-enabled systems allow the use of the AV system remote control.
The Onkyo HT-S5400, HT-S3400, and DS-A4 will be available at retail in April, with suggested retail prices of $599, $379, and $139 respectively.
Since 1946 Onkyo has been passionately committed to developing audio products that deliver uncommon performance, quality and value. Bundling proprietary technologies and innovations with other sound-enhancing exclusives, Onkyo continues to created award winning products that are lauded by many of the industry leading audio publications. The company's philosophy is to deliver products that are superbly designed and built to a consistently outstanding standard of excellence. Today, Onkyo is at the forefront of the home theater and digital revolutions. For more information about this and other fine Onkyo products, visit www.onkyousa.com or call 800-229-1687.
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Onkyo Debuts Entry-Level AV Receivers With Internet, Network, and USB Capabilities at Much Lower Prices

UPPER SADDLE RIVER, NJ (2/10/2011). -- Onkyo, a global innovator in hi-fi and home theater, has introduced a line of three new entry-level home theater receivers that include advanced networking capabilities and a 'Made for iPod/iPhone' USB interface for the first time at such low prices. Previously, these features were only available in the US on models with suggested retail prices of $899 and higher. The release includes the 7.2-channel TX-NR609, the 5.1-channel TX-NR509 and the 5.1-channel TX-SR309. The models designated 'TX-NR' are network-capable and all three have front-panel USB connections.
The two network-capable receivers support streaming PC audio and Internet radio, and provide compatibility with Windows® 7 and DLNA. The Internet connection greatly simplifies the process of providing future updates to the receiver’s firmware. These networking models can also take advantage of Onkyo’s free Remote App for iPod or iPhone to control the A/V receiver.
Onkyo has also introduced its UWF-1 Wireless USB Adapter that will be compatible with all Onkyo network-capable receivers with USB and introduced in 2011. It provides an IEEE 802.11b/g/n connection to access music on a home network.
This front-panel USB port also offers a direct digital connection for an iPod or iPhone, along with support for audio playback from USB mass-storage devices. In the case of the TX-NR609 the USB port even support album from your iPod/iPhone. All Onkyo receivers incorporate an implementation of HDMI® that includes compatibility with 3D video, HDMI Thru, and an Audio Return Channel. The latter allows audio content received via an HDTV’s tuner to be sent upstream via HDMI to the receiver, without the need for an extra cable from the display.
Other features shared by these models include PLL jitter-cleaning circuitry to preserve signal clarity; lossless Dolby® TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio™ decoding; an overlaid on-screen display for easy adjustment of settings; and a new front panel design.
The most advanced model in this group is the THX® Select2 Plus™-certified TX-NR609, the latest in Onkyo’s extremely popular line of “600 series” A/V receivers. When it comes to video processing, this receiver is the world's first to employ cutting-edge Marvell Qdeo™ to upscale video signals to state-of-the-art 4K resolution. Regardless of the original source resolution, users will be able to enjoy smooth and extremely precise video images on a compatible high-resolution display.
Along with the aforementioned USB port, the TX-NR609 boasts six HDMI inputs (one located conveniently on the front), a Universal Port for Onkyo-branded peripheral devices, and a raft of popular digital and analog A/V jacks.
Another connectivity highlight on the TX-NR609 comes in the form of Powered Zone 2, which lets users play a different audio source in a second room equipped with stereo speakers. The TX-NR609’s 7.2-channel configuration includes two subwoofer pre-outs, enabling users to supply larger rooms with more balanced and powerful low frequencies.
The TX-NR609 features a PC-compatible analog RGB video input—ideal for gamers and fans of PC-based media. This input allows users to send the video signal from a notebook or desktop PC directly to the receiver, which then sends it via HDMI to a compatible display.
Among its audio-processing highlights, the TX-NR609 supports decoding for Audyssey DSX™. This sophisticated technology allows users to reconfigure the surround-back speakers in a seven-channel set-up as either front-height or front-wide speakers, creating a more immersive home theater experience with increased ambience. The TX-NR609 also supports Dolby® Pro Logic® IIz, which offers a similar front-height surround-sound option.
Ease-of-use is always a priority at Onkyo, particularly at the entry level. This is why the TX-NR609 incorporates a suite of Audyssey technologies—2EQ®, Dynamic Volume®, and Dynamic EQ®—to simplify set-up, and a new overlaid graphical GUI for in-session adjustments to settings. A stylish illuminated volume control knob makes it easy to adjust the volume in the dark.
The TX-NR509, meanwhile, offers an appealing choice to users who do not require the 4K video upscaling feature or the expanded surround sound of Audyssey DSX and Dolby Pro Logic IIz. It offers 4 HMDI inputs and the same range of networking and superb audio processing as its higher sibling.
Rounding out this release is the most affordable model of all, the TX-SR309. This 5.1-channel A/V receiver is targeted at users who do not require the networking, Zone 2, or Audyssey equalization features, but who still seek a modern and budget-friendly home theater centerpiece. It features three HDMI inputs and high-quality TI Burr-Brown audio DACs, along with Onkyo’s proprietary advanced music optimizer and gaming audio modes.
With this current release, Onkyo aims to further cement its position as a trusted provider of high-quality, yet affordable, home theater receivers.
The Onkyo TX-NR609 will be available with a manufacture's suggested retail price of $599; TX-NR509 at $399; and TX-SR309 at $299. The Onkyo UWF-1 wireless adapter will cost $39. All of these products will be available at retail in early April.
Since 1946 Onkyo has been passionately committed to developing audio products that deliver uncommon performance, quality and value. Bundling proprietary technologies and innovations with other sound-enhancing exclusives, Onkyo continues to created award winning products that are lauded by many of the industry leading audio publications. The company's philosophy is to deliver products that are superbly designed and built to a consistently outstanding standard of excellence. Today, Onkyo is at the forefront of the home theater and digital revolutions. For more information about this and other fine Onkyo products, visit www.onkyousa.com or call 800-229-1687.
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Alltel Wireless launches latest generation Android smartphone - The Samsung Gem™

More applications and additional features from Android touch screen phone free at Alltel

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Alltel Wireless and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), the number one mobile phone provider in the U.S. 1 today announced the availability of a new smartphone, the Samsung Gem™. In addition to all the features you look for on an Android device and the large LCD touch display that brings it all to life, the Samsung Gem also offers new features and additional applications designed to give Alltel customers a premium Android experience.
The Samsung Gem comes equipped with Android 2.1 and provides built-in Google mobile services including Google Search™ and Google Maps™ with turn-by-turn GPS navigation. The Google™ user interface applications also allow customers to integrate their Outlook, Facebook and Gmail contacts, putting everything right where they need it on the large touch screen.
“Alltel Wireless is proud to add this advanced and versatile smartphone to our Android lineup,” said Scott Moody, Alltel Wireless Vice President of Products and Services. “The Samsung Gem offers our customers a premium smartphone experience at a great price. The Samsung Gem is now free after a $50 mail in rebate at Alltel Wireless.”
For people who like to keep in touch with their friends, the Samsung Gem also features one-touch direct-to-social site photo posting, allowing users to conveniently post photos, messages or e-mails to their favorite social network sites with a simple touch. The 3.2 megapixel camera gives customers the ability to catch every moment through phone or video.
In addition to the advanced touchscreen display, Samsung Gem users will text, picture and video message with the Swype virtual keyboard, an innovative system that allows you to simply slide your finger from key to key, only raising it in between words. Consumers will also be able to drag and drop various widgets and icons to personalize their own unique screen.
Additional Samsung Gem key features include:
- The smartphone is also Wi-Fi enabled, giving customers two ways to connect to the Internet – through Alltel’s fast 3G wireless network or through any available Wi-Fi hotspot.
- Bluetooth® wireless technology for a hands-free experience or to easily transfer data to a computer.
The Samsung Gem is available at Alltel Wireless for free after a $50 mail in rebate and a two year service agreement.
Alltel Wireless continues to be an industry leader, providing customers most recently with “Best Value Unlimited Plans” which offer the most affordable and flexible options for those who love to talk and remain connected. Alltel Wireless also provides customers its exclusive “My Circle” feature – unlimited calling to and from any 5, 15 or 25 numbers on any network and unlimited text to their circle on select plans – as well as the innovative “Free Fridays” feature, where all calls on Friday are free on select plans.

About Alltel Wireless
Allied Wireless Communications Corporation (AWCC), doing business as Alltel Wireless, is a wireless telecommunications provider serving customers in six states. Headquartered in Little Rock, AR., AWCC is a subsidiary of Atlantic Tele-Network, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATNI). For more information, visit www.alltel.com or www.awcc.com.

About Samsung Telecommunications America
Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, please visit www.samsungwireless.com.
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2009 consolidated sales of US$116.8 billion. Employing approximately 188,000 people in 185 offices across 65 countries, the company consists of eight independently operated business units: Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, Digital Imaging, Semiconductor and LCD. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.
1Number one mobile phone provider in the U.S. claim for Samsung Mobile based upon reported shipment data, according to Strategy Analytics Q3 2010 U.S. Market Share Handset Shipments Reports.

A PRESENTATION OF HISTORY CELEBRATING 75 YEARS OF OLYMPUS ZUIKO® LENSES

CENTER VALLEY, Pa., February 8, 2011 – Olympus, acclaimed worldwide for its precision technology advancements, marks the 75th anniversary of Zuiko brand lenses during the Camera and Photo Imaging Show (CP+) in Yokohama, Japan, February 9-12.



With the introduction of the world’s first Zuiko lens in the “Semi-Olympus I” camera in 1936, the high-quality Zuiko brand was born. At CP+, its successor camera “Semi-Olympus II” (introduced in 1938), will be displayed to commemorate this historic milestone.



To mark Olympus’ dedication to the development of state-of-the-art, high-performance products, the mock-up of a new M.ZUIKO single focal lens concept will also be presented at the show. It is a high-end MICRO Four Thirds™ lens currently being developed for launch later this year.



Throughout history, Olympus has led in cutting-edge design and outstanding optical performance, making the Zuiko line more compact and powerful, with lens availability for advanced and amateur-level camera aficionados alike.



Olympus continues to be an innovator, developing new technologies to expand the frontiers of digital photography and leading where others have followed. Proof that Olympus enables consumers to capture it all.



ABOUT THE ZUIKO BRAND

It was in 1936 that the Takachiho Corporation, forerunner of today's Olympus Optical Co., Ltd., introduced its first camera, the Semi-Olympus I. The camera's lens was given the name Zuiko, a Japanese word that means "light of the gods." It was an auspicious name, chosen partially because the lens had been developed at the Mizuho Optical Research Laboratory and partially because the corporate name, Takachiho, is a Japanese word that means "mountain of the gods." But more than the name, it was the quality of the lens that sparked conversation at the time. Ever since, Zuiko lenses have been featured on succeeding generations of Olympus cameras. The Zuiko lenses are widely acclaimed for their remarkable imaging power, and have become one of the world's most respected high-performance lens brands.



Semi-Olympus I (1936)

Launched in 1936, the Semi-Olympus I was the first Olympus camera fitted with the newly developed Zuiko lens, which was mounted on a Semi-Proud body supplied by Proud.



Semi-Olympus II (1938)

In 1938, Olympus developed its own camera body, in addition to its own lens and shutter mechanism. The launch of the first Olympus-developed camera, the Semi-Olympus II was an important milestone. The side-opening design of the pressed sheet-metal body was unusual for a medium-format camera. It also featured a reverse Galileo tubular viewfinder.



Tatsuno Quality

Olympus’ Tatsuno Plant is the birthplace of many famous Zuiko lenses, including the OM-series lenses, which received worldwide accolades for their superb imaging performance. At Tatsuno, the skill of the craftspeople that produce a variety of legendary lenses is passed down from generation to generation. Tatsuno-made lenses have long impressed professionals worldwide with their high-performance imaging.



M.ZUIKO Digital Lenses

M.Zuiko lenses are designed exclusively for the MICRO Four Thirds System. The size and weight of these lenses is drastically reduced. Recent M.Zuiko lenses are equipped with Movie and Still Compatibility (MSC) function, which enables quick, smooth and silent auto focusing during movie recording. Seven different MSC lenses are currently offered from super-wide angle to super-telephoto.

KICKER® KS Coaxial Speakers and 3-Way System Provide a Serious Upgrade and Quality Sound

STILLWATER, USA – Clear, crisp sound from car speakers doesn’t have to be a dream anymore because KICKER® is making it simple to have some of the loudest and most remarkable coaxials ever hidden behind the door of a vehicle.
KS-Series Coaxial Speakers and 3-Way System are KICKER’s primary drop-in replacements, definitely giving mediocre factory sound a serious upgrade.
“You won’t lose the subtleties and will keep dynamic, exciting sound,” KICKER founder and President Steve Irby said.
The exceptional KS-Series of speakers utilizes massive motor structures that provide ultimate power handling and high efficiency for louder, clearer sound. KICKER’s exclusive Extended Voice Coil (EVC™) technology allows for high excursion and superior bass response, while the tapered polymer cones with tough Santoprene® surrounds deliver smooth midrange frequencies for the most accurate musical reproduction.
The calibrated Kaladex-dome tweeters (half- or three-quarter-inch) with stout neodymium magnets and phase alignment reveal every detail, adding to the live-performance realism provided by the KS-Series of mobile speakers.
With 10 flexible woofer sizes, the KS-Series ensures a perfect fit in any car, starting from the capable 3 ½-inch coaxials to the beefy 6x9s boasting 1-inch tweeters. The 6x9-inch KS693 3-Way Speaker System mixes in additional 1-inch midrange drivers with three-quarter-inch tweeters.
Certified Authorized KICKER Dealers nationwide expertly install KICKER gear into any vehicle for outstanding musical or video entertainment during a drive.
KICKER Performance Audio products, a division of Stillwater Designs and Audio, Inc.®, are available for the mobile and home audio aftermarket at authorized dealers worldwide, and also through selected Original Equipment Manufacturers. Consumers needing more information on KICKER or Livin’ Loud® may call the Consumer Information Line at 1-800-256-5425 or visit the brand Web site at www.kicker.com. Follow KICKER at facebook.com/kickeraudio and twitter.com/kickeraudio.

KICKER KS-Series Coaxial and 3-Way Speakers

Model KS35 KS40 KS46 KS410 KS525
Woofers (in, cm) 3-1/2, 8.9 4, 10 4 x 6, 10 x 16 4 x 10, 10 x 25 5-1/4, 13
Tweeters (in, cm) 1/2, 1.3 1/2, 1.3 1/2, 1.3 1/2, 1.3 3/4, 2.0
Impedance (Ohms) 4 4 4 4 4
Max rec amp power (watts peak) 40 60 60 70 135
Max rec amp power (watts RMS) 6-20 6-30 6-30 6-35 6-45
Sensitivity (dB 1w/1m) 88 88 88 88 90
Frequency response (Hz) 80-20k 60-20k 50-20k 45-20k 45-21k
Mount hole diameter (in, cm) 3-3/16, 8.1 3-11/16, 9.4 3-1/2 x 5-3/4, 8.9 x 14.6 3-7/8 x 9-5/16, 9.8 x 23.7 4-9/16, 11.6
Mounting depth (in, cm) 1-9/16, 4 1-3/16, 4.6 1-3/16, 4.6 2-7/16, 6.2 2, 5.1
Grilles no yes no no yes
MSRP $59.95 $89.95 $129.95 $89.95 $99.95







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Model KS60 KS65 KS68 KS69 KS693
Woofers (in, cm) 6, 16 6-1/2, 16.5 6 x 8, 16 x 20 6 x 9, 16 x 23 6 x 9, 16 x 23
Midranges (in, cm) -- -- -- -- 1, 2.54
Tweeters (in, cm) 3/4, 2.0 3/4, 2.0 3/4, 2.0 1, 2.54 3/4, 2.0
Impedance (Ohms) 4 4 4 4 4
Max rec amp power (watts peak) 195 195 180 270 300
Max rec amp power (watts RMS) 6-65 6-65 6-60 6-90 6-100
Sensitivity (dB 1w/1m) 90 90 90 92 92
Frequency response (Hz) 43-21k 40-21k 45-21k 30-21k 30-21k
Mount hole diameter (in, cm) 5, 12.7 5-5/8, 14.3 5 x 7, 12.7 x 17.8 6 x 8-9/16, 15.2 x 21.7 6 x 8-9/16, 15.2 x 21.7
Mounting depth (in, cm) 1-15/16, 4.9 2-1/8, 5.4 2-3/8, 6 3-3/16, 8.1 3-3/16, 8.1
Grilles yes yes no yes yes
MSRP $129.95 $139.95 $129.95 $139.95 $179.95

Olympus VR-320™: Feature Rich And Packed With Zoom

Capture It All with 14-Megapixels, a 24mm Wide-Angle 12.5x Lens, High-Definition (HD) Video and Display Results on a Crisp, 3.0-inch LCD

CENTER VALLEY, Pa., February 8, 2011 – People love shooting photos with powerful zoom lenses, but do not want to sacrifice portability for the extra zoom power. The Olympus VR-320 proves that you can have it all with the smart, impressive 12.5x extra-wide-angle optical zoom lens (24mm-300mm equivalent in 35mm photography) and an ultra-compact all-metal body that easily fits in your pocket. Aside from its extremely powerful optics and 14-megapixel sensor for super-detailed images, the VR-320 has Magic Art Filters to add a new level of creative expression to images and videos, Dual Image Stabilization to take the blur out of photography and a 3.0-inch LCD to compose and show off your work at the end of the day. The Olympus VR-320, available in silver, black, red and blue is as smart as it looks.

“The Olympus VR-320 is the perfect mix of power and portability,” said Jennifer Schmell, product manager, Olympus Imaging America Inc. “Its wide-angle zoom lens captures all the action from close-ups to distant objects, while other features like HD video and Magic Art Filters ensure that consumers can truly capture it all.”

12.5x Wide-Angle Zoom
Finally, a pocket-sized, portable camera with an impressive 12.5x wide-angle optical zoom lens (24mm-300mm equivalent in 35mm photography) captures expansive vistas, large groups of family and friends, and also zooms in on distant objects to make them appear as though they are right in front of you.

High-Definition with High Impact: 720p HD Video:
The Olympus VR-320 shoots gorgeous 720p HD video, so you’ll always capture the moments you cherish in clear, crisp high-definition at the touch of a button. Gone are the days of friends and family huddling around your camera’s tiny LCD to see the pictures and movies you just captured. Now, you’ll be the hit of the party or any family event when you proudly display your brilliant images and movies on high-definition televisions.

See the Whole Picture on Large 3.0-inch LCD Display
Composing your shot has never been easier. With a large 3.0-inch LCD display, finding that perfect shot is a breeze. See what you’ve been missing with smaller displays! This large, crisp LCD is the perfect creative companion for reviewing your work on the fly and boasting your creativity to others.

Explore Your Inner Artist with Magic Art Filters
In-camera Creative Art Filters, called Magic Art Filters, enable users to enhance and tailor images as they’re being captured. This translates into more fun and flexibility as customization is no longer limited to using expensive and time-consuming computer software.

The Magic Art Filters include:

Pop Art – enhance and saturate colors to create vivid, high-impact pictures that express the joyful, lighthearted feeling of the Pop Art style of the 1960s;
Pin Hole – reduce the peripheral brightness of an image as though it were shot through a pin hole, connecting the viewer intimately with the subject at the center;
Fish-Eye – emulate the wide-angle of a fish-eye lens by taking extremely wide, hemispherical images and magnifying the center of the frame;
Drawing – turn your image into a sketch outline for children to color;
Soft Focus – encloses the foreground of an image in gentle, pastel colors with a soft, elegant focus; similar to effects achieved in a studio;
New! Sparkle – shoot photos with the luxurious feel created by added twinkling lights; and
Punk – creates two-tone images full of rock-and-roll spirit.

14-Megapixels for Superior Image Quality
The Olympus VR-320 features a 14-megapixel image sensor enabling consumers to achieve consistently sharp and vivid images when producing large-format prints or cropping/enlarging a portion of an image.

Blur-Free Photos Two Ways
Dual Image Stabilization combines two technologies – Mechanical Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization and Digital Image Stabilization – to provide one powerful anti-blur solution for capturing great images whether the photographer or the subject is moving. Olympus’ Mechanical Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization keeps images sharp by adjusting the internal image sensor to compensate for camera movement, even in low-light conditions when shutter speeds are slower. Additionally, Digital Image Stabilization freezes the action with high ISO sensitivity and fast shutter speeds to prevent blurry images often caused by a moving subject. By combining the two technologies, users of the Olympus VR-320 are able to take crystal clear images in any shooting situation.

Easier Group Shots with Face Detection!
Wedding, birthday and family reunion group shots have never been easier with Face Detection. The Olympus VR-320 detects up to eight faces within the frame and automatically focuses and optimizes exposure to capture sharp, brilliant portraits and group shots.

Capture the Action with AF Tracking
AF Tracking technology locks focus on your fast-moving subject – everything from house cats to Siberian tigers – and continuously adjusts focus and brightness. This enables you to keep quick-moving and unpredictable subjects like children in focus for the perfect shot.

Intelligent Auto for Incredibly Easy Images
Taking a moonlit stroll on the beach? Intelligent Auto Mode automatically indentifies what you are shooting (i.e., Portrait, Night + Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports) and adjusts the camera’s settings to capture the best quality results. Amateurs can jump into this quick and hassle-free feature that does the thinking for them and produces incredible images.

Easy Operation with Scene Modes and In-Camera Help Guide
The new Olympus VR-320 has 14 scene modes and enhanced In-Camera Help Guides that make digital photography simple and fun for users of all ages and skill levels. The scene modes include portrait to capture loved ones, landscape to show off the scenery, a fun fireworks mode and a specially designed “Pet Mode” to help animal lovers capture man’s best friend.

The In-Camera Help Guide displays a brief description of camera settings and features on the LCD allowing consumers to easily adjust ISO and white balance settings using the Program Auto mode. Additionally, Exposure Compensation enables users to preview and select various exposure effects on a live, multi-frame window on the LCD before snapping the shot. This smart feature allows users to see precisely what the image will look like when adjustments are made, ensuring they are capturing the exact image desired. Program Auto and Exposure Compensation are great modes that enable novice users to get results like the pros while learning about the effects of different photography techniques. Menus are available in various languages for convenient operation.

Shadow Adjustment Technology
Shooting outdoors in bright daylight can be tricky because of the extreme contrast between dark shadowed areas and bright sunlit areas. While the human eye is capable of detecting the nuances between dark and light and all the details in between, image sensors traditionally have not been quite as sensitive. The new V-series cameras address this challenge head-on with Shadow Adjustment Technology, which compensates for extreme contrast where the shadow areas are underexposed and lack visible detail. With this technology, users can preview and capture images with the same contrast as the naked eye.

SD Compatibility for Convenient Sharing
The Olympus VR-320 allows users to share their work easily through SD-compatible computers, digital picture frames and HDTVs.

OLYMPUS [ib] Software Makes it Even Easier to Share and Print Your Photos
All Olympus digital compact cameras now offer the new OLYMPUS [ib] photo organizing and editing software. It includes photography workflow, browsing, editing and unique photo organizing functions. You can organize photos by person with automatic face-recognition technology, by place with a map-tagging function, or by event. All information will be tagged in each photo’s data. You can then easily upload images to the integrated online service, [ib on the net], to share and backup photos, as well as order prints and photo merchandise. The name [ib] stands for image bridge, because the software is designed to create a bridge to help you get images from your camera to services where you can do more with your photos.

Availability
The Olympus VR-320 will be available in March 2011. It will ship with a Lithium Ion Battery, USB Cable, Wrist Strap, Quick-Start Guide, Warranty Card, Instruction Manual, OLYMPUS [ib] and Olympus Viewer 2 software.

U.S. Pricing / Product Configurations
Estimated Street Price:
Olympus VR-320 - $199.99