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    Thomas PR Logo             THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS WINS PRPLI AWARD FOR SECOND YEAR IN ROW -- THOMAS PR WINS “PR CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR” AWARDS 2022 AND 2021 FOR PR CAMPAIGNS FOR NEW TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS --  Award-Winning Thomas PR is Leading Public Relations Agency for Consumer Electronics & High Tech, including Robotics, Smart Home, Autonomous Vehicles, Sensors, Gadgets, Wearables, AI, & Virtual Reality  THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS WINS PRPLI AWARD FOR SECOND YEAR IN ROW -- THOMAS PR WINS “PR CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR” AWARDS 2022 AND 2021 FOR PR CAMPAIGNS FOR NEW TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS --  Award-Winning Thomas PR is Leading Public Relations Agency for Consumer Electronics & High Tech, including Robotics, Smart Home, Autonomous Vehicles, Sensors, Gadgets, Wearables, AI, & Virtual Reality

     

     

    THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS WINS PRPLI AWARD

    FOR SECOND YEAR IN ROW

     

    THOMAS PR WINS “PR CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR” AWARDS 2022 AND 2021

    FOR PR CAMPAIGNS FOR NEW TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS

     

    Award-Winning Thomas PR is Leading Public Relations Agency for Consumer Electronics & High Tech, including Robotics, Smart Home, Autonomous Vehicles, Sensors, Gadgets, Wearables, AI, & Virtual Reality

    May 10, 2022, East Northport, NY -- Thomas Public Relations, Inc. www.thomasprsocial.com, the leading PR agency for consumer electronics and high tech, announced today that it has won the PRPLI “PR Campaign of the Year” 2022 Award for ThermoWorks, creators of the world’s fastest cooking thermometer. Thomas PR won the PRPLI Award for the second year in a row, also winning “PR Campaign of the Year” in 2021 for tech product Coldsnap, which resulted in coverage in major national TV shows and technology, consumer, and business publications, such as the Rachel Ray TV Show, Drew Barrymore Show, CNET, USA Today, CNN, Wall St. Journal, DigitalTrends; and awards including the CES Innovation Award.

    “We are honored to be recognized with the prestigious PRPLI ‘PR Campaign of the Year’ Award for the second year in a row for our hard work for our clients,” said Karen Thomas, President & CEO, Thomas Public Relations, Inc. “As the only PR agency in Long Island focusing on high-tech, we are proud of our award-winning campaigns for local technology companies, including Olympus, as well as for the coolest companies around the world.” 

    Thomas PRTM clients have included the leaders in technology and consumer electronics, including Jooki, yeedi, BeBop Sensors, iDevices, RoboSense, MicroVision, Sensoria, Olympus, ThermoWorks, McAfee, Corsair, Lexar Media, OWC, Mixcder, Livall, and many others. Thomas PR is a pioneer in technology and digital imaging/photography public relations, known for representing Olympus and launching their digital camera and Magneto-Optical lines; winning hundreds of industry awards and propelling Olympus to number two in U.S. sales. Thomas PR services include reviews, interviews, press releases, trade show PR, awards, press conferences, social media, influencer marketing, research, and more. Thomas PR has extensive relationships with national and international press, including The Today Show, CNN, Good Morning America, Fox-TV, Wired, BBC-TV, Stern, NY Times, and more.

     

    To contact Thomas PR for more information or to become a Thomas PR client, please email: info@thomaspr.com. See client list at: http://www.thomasprsocial.com/clients .

     

    ABOUT PRPLI

    Since 1990, PRPLI (Public Relations Professionals of Long Island) has been the largest regional trade association for PR and communications professionals. Their members and event participants represent nearly every industry on Long Island and also include NY City professionals. PRPLI provides year-round opportunities to build relationships and learn from educational programs. They advance careers while supporting Long Island. The PRPLI Awards gala each spring honors media representatives, community leaders, mentors, rising stars, and lifelong public relations practitioners. It is also at the #PRPLIAwards that scholarships are presented to students preparing for public relations careers. See https://prpli.org/awards-program/ for more info.

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas / Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR (631) 549-7575
    kthomas@thomaspr.com   / eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    Website: www.thomasprsocial.com  
     
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    Karen Thomas, President & CEO, Thomas Public Relations, Inc.: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/thomaspublicrelations.html
     
    Thomas PR Social Media:
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/thomaspublicrelations 
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/thomaspr 
     
    THOMAS PR AWARDS:
    •                WINNER – PRPLI 2022 PR Campaign of the Year
    •                WINNER – PRPLI 2021 PR Campaign of the Year
    •                WINNER - LIBN Excellence in Communication Award 2017 - Best PR Campaign
    •                WINNER - PR News Social Shake-up Movers & Shakers Award 2017
    •                WINNER - Onalytica Top 100 PR Influencer Award
    •                WINNER - PR SourceCode Top Tech Communicator
     
    THOMAS PR JUDGING:
    •                JUDGE - American Business Awards – Stevie Awards – 2022, 2020, 2019, & 2018
    •                JUDGE - Edison Awards “Expert Reviewer” 2022, 2021, 2018 & 2017
    •                JUDGE – eHealthcare Leadership Awards 2021
    •                JUDGE – Chair, PR Judging Committee, American Business Awards 2020
    •                JUDGE – Business Intelligence Group PR Awards 2020 & 2019
    •                JUDGE - Cyber Security Awards 2019
    •                JUDGE – CES 2019 Innovation Awards
    •                JUDGE – SVUS Awards – Best CEO & Technology 2018
    •                JUDGE - IT World Awards 2017
    •                JUDGE - CES Asia Innovation Awards 2019 & 2017
    •                JUDGE - CEO World Awards 2017
     

    Thomas PR is a registered trademark of Thomas Public Relations, Inc.

     

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    THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS, INC. Karen Thomas, President, Thomas Public Relations, Inc. Karen Thomas, President, Thomas Public Relations, Inc.

     

    KAREN THOMAS, PRESIDENT & CEO,

    THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS, INC. BIO

     

    Winner of the PRPLI 2021 PR Campaign of the Year Award &

     Long Island Business News Excellence in Communication Award

     

    Chair of the PR Committee for the Stevie Awards, American Business Awards

    Judge for the CES Innovation Awards, CES Asia Innovation Awards, Edison Awards, SVUS, CEO Awards, & Cyber Security Awards
    See Bio: http://www.thomas-pr.com/thomaspr/thomasprbio.html 

     

    Karen Thomas is President and CEO of Thomas Public Relations, Inc., a leading technology and consumer electronics public relations agency based in Long Island, NY. Thomas PRÒ has an over 20 year history of successful PR campaigns for ground-breaking technology companies, such as Olympus, BeBop Sensors, RoboSense, Mixcder, udoq, MiWorld Accessories, NewerTech, Thermoworks, iCleanse, iDevices, FeiyuTech, OWC, Kidz Gear, The Great Kat, and many more technology companies; bringing them high level press recognition, TV appearances, awards, booming sales, IPOs, and acquisitions.

     

    Thomas PR is a pioneer in digital imaging and photography public relations. The company represented Olympus for seven years, launching their digital camera and Magneto-Optical lines and winning hundreds of industry awards. Thomas PR was responsible for propelling Olympus to number two in U.S. sales, with public relations being the number one reason customers chose Olympus, as indicated by Oympus’ study of customer buying trends. Thomas PR has also represented other leaders in photography, including Lexar Media, Fotonation, Foveon, Corsair, DXG Cameras, Concord Cameras, Enroute Imaging, Arcsoft, IPC, and more. Ms. Thomas has served on the boards of PMDA, IPC, LISTNET and many other organizations for technology, photography, and digital imaging.

     

    Thomas PR has extensive relationships with national and international press, including The Today Show, CNN, Good Morning America, Fox-TV, Wired, BBC-TV, Stern, NY Times, and more.

     

    Thomas PR is winner of the PRPLI 2021 PR Campaign of the Year Award. Karen Thomas is Chair of the PR Committee for the Stevie Awards, American Business Awards and a judge for the CES Innovation Awards, CES Asia Innovation Awards, Edison Awards, SVUS, CEO Awards, Cyber Security Awards, among others; and was recently awarded the Long Island Business News Excellence in Communication Award for Best PR Campaign for Thomas PR’s Shenzhen, China’s Government Press Event held at CES.

    Recently named “Top 100 Influencers and Brands” by Onalytica, the leading social media influencer analyst group, Karen Thomas is the creator of the original and longest running Party List for technology trade shows, “The Official KarenNet Party List.” Thomas PR is also winner of the PRSourceCode Top Tech Communicators Award, TheBitbag.com’s PR Rep of the Year, and more.  Ms. Thomas is a graduate of the Juilliard School in NY City for voice, performance, and languages. For more info, see: http://www.thomas-pr.com and http://www.thomasprsocial.com.

    THOMAS PR AWARDS:

                    WINNER – PRPLI 2021 PR Campaign of the Year

                    WINNER - LIBN Excellence in Communication Award 2017 - Best PR Campaign

                    WINNER - PR News Social Shake-up Movers & Shakers Award 2017

                    WINNER - Onalytica Top 100 PR Influencer Award

                    WINNER - PR SourceCode Top Tech Communicator

    THOMAS PR JUDGING:

                    JUDGE - Edison Awards “Expert Reviewer” 2022, 2021, 2018 & 2017

                    JUDGE – eHealthcare Leadership Awards 2021

                    JUDGE – Chair, PR Judging Committee, American Business Awards 2020

                    JUDGE – Business Intelligence Group PR Awards 2020 & 2019

                    JUDGE - American Business Awards – Stevie Awards – 2019 & 2018

                    JUDGE - Cyber Security Awards 2019

                    JUDGE – CES 2019 Innovation Awards

                    JUDGE – SVUS Awards – Best CEO & Technology 2018

                    JUDGE - IT World Awards 2017

                    JUDGE - CES Asia Innovation Awards 2019 & 2017

                    JUDGE - CEO World Awards 2017

     

    Thomas PR website: http://www.thomasprsocial.com
     
    Photos:
    Karen Thomas: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/thomaspublicrelations.html
    Thomas PR Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/thomasprlogostacked.html
     
    Phone: (631) 549-7575
    Email: kthomas@thomaspr.com 
     
    Social Media:
    Linked-in: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomaspr/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thomaspublicrelations/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/thomaspr

     


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    NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR DEMENTIA EDUCATION
    RECOGNIZES PHOTO REMINISCENCE THERAPY (pRT) RESEARCH PROJECT
     
    pRT IMPROVES QUALITY OF LIFE FOR DEMENTIA PATIENTS
     
    Pilot Study Conducted by NIDE, CERTUS Institute, Vivid-Pix, Tellegacy, & achi
    “Cognitive Benefits of Photo Reminiscence Therapy for Dementia Patients”
    pRT Study at:
    https://nid.education/nide-publications.html 
     

    February 1, 2022, Orlando, FL -- The National Institute for Dementia Education (NIDE) announced today results from the “Cognitive Benefits of Photo Reminiscence Therapy for Dementia Patients” research study that concluded that Photo Reminiscence Therapy can improve the quality of life for those living with dementia or related forms of memory impairment. Conducted by a coalition of organizations, including the National Institute for Dementia Education, the CERTUS Institute, Vivid-Pix, Tellegacy, and achi, the group studied the healing power of photos and concluded that Photo Reminiscence Therapy (pRT) can minimize social isolation and improve medication compliance and general cognitive performance. The complete pRT study is available at: https://nid.education/nide-publications.html. Videos about the study are available at: https://www.vivid-pix.com/reminisce/.

    Over 8.8 Million Americans Currently Have Dementia 

    Over 8.8 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. This number is expected to triple within the next few decades. In addition, Alzheimer's disease is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, with one in three seniors dying from Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Experts have been using Reminiscence Therapy for years to help Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia and depression. As reported by Shirley Wang, NPR, “Researchers find that dementia patients who engage in activities, such as gathering photographs and talking about family, see improvements in their quality of life and are less agitated.” Researchgate also reported that Reminiscence Therapy is an effective way to increase self-esteem and decrease behavioral disturbances in those with dementia, and their research proved that photography was the best therapy. 

    “We concluded that the power of engaging with personal photos, matched with a high-quality care curriculum and living environment, may improve the quality of life for those with dementia by stimulating the brain and fostering neurogenesis as well as neuroplasticity. This may improve quality of life and, in some cases, temporarily diminish dementia symptoms during therapeutic sessions,” said Joshua Freitas, PhD(c), M.Ed., BC-DEd, Chief Research Officer, CERTUS Institute. 

    How pRT Research was Conducted 

    The Photo Reminiscence Therapy research study identified photos that foster reminiscence and looked at the behavioral and somatic responses of older adults in senior living care through pRT. The study was conducted in 2021 in three five-week phases comparing the influences of viewing different types of photos at four CERTUS Senior Living communities in Florida. CERTUS oversaw the care and clinical assessment, with participants ranging in age from 67 to 92 years, who were living with a diagnosis of dementia or memory impairment and had diverse work backgrounds, from engineers to stay-at-home mothers. The study employed the Tellegacy/achi program, which uses social prompts that foster human connection through focused questions as part of an evidence-based curriculum.  

    The Effects of Different Photos  

    The pilot group studied the effects between viewing generic stock photos, personal photos, or no photos. Photo types included family, self-portraits, pets, landmarks, newspaper articles, nature, and abstract themes. Aged or faded personal photos were enhanced using Vivid-Pix technology to digitally enhance and restore images, improving color, contrast, clarity, and overall quality. This allowed photos to be more recognizable and relatable. Vivid-Pix’s knowledge of how people emotionally connect and interact with photos was also essential to the research. “This study highlights the emotional, mental, and physical health benefits that looking at photos provide to the young and young-at-heart alike,” said Rick Voight, CEO of Vivid-Pix.  

    The pilot study was led by Joshua Freitas, Chief Research Officer at CERTUS and an award-winning expert, researcher, and author on memory care, Dr. Jeremy Holloway, Founder, Tellegacy and Professor and Director of Geriatrics Education at University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Rick Voight, CEO, Vivid-Pix, photo researcher, and Hayley Studer, CPA, FHFMA, Founder of achi, a holistic care management company.  

    “Our findings were robust, insightful, and beneficial for participants,” said Dr. Jeremy Holloway, Tellegacy. “Through engagement with personal photos, pRT can help patients with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia and provide healthy neurological and action-based benefits to those with dementia, especially in supportive care environments.”  

    “As a percentage of population, individuals over age 65 will double by 2050. How we care for our aging is of social and economic importance,” describes Hayley Studer, achi. “As a bright light shines on how the social determinants of health are affecting communities, many want to take action to create healthier communities and reduce overall healthcare costs.”

    To view the full pRT pilot study, see: https://nid.education/nide-publications.html    

    To view videos about research, see: https://www.vivid-pix.com/reminisce/  

    About The National Institute for Dementia Education (NIDE)  

    NIDE works to enhance the quality of life for those living with dementia through research, case studies, education, collaboration, and advocacy. NIDE works with senior care facilities, memory care units, hospitals, and universities studying memory disorders to create unique certificate programs that improve the way we care for seniors who have dementia. The NIDE Standards of Excellence Council offers free dementia training and certification for participating students and caregivers. For more information, see: https://www.nid.education/.  

    About Vivid-Pix

    Vivid-Pix helps people relive photos and documents by connecting individuals, families, and friends with their most treasured memories, restored through Vivid-Pix technology. The U.S. Patent Office has awarded two patents to Vivid-Pix for its image processing techniques used to automatically correct faded images. Vivid-Pix founders brought Kodak’s “You Press the Button, We Do the Rest” philosophy to the design of Vivid-Pix RESTORE. Vivid-Pix RESTORE is available at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/buy.html,  with a free trial at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html. For more information about Vivid-Pix, visit: www.vivid-pix.com
     
    About CERTUS Senior Living  

    CERTUS Senior Living is a research-based senior living community specifically designed for people living with dementia. The CERTUS Senior Living research division, the CERTUS Institute, works with organizations to create pilot programs, research products’ effectiveness, and help improve the delivery of services following best practices with the mission of making memory care better. CERTUS Senior Living is a leader in memory care research and lifestyle accommodations through their evidence-based approach to memory care, endorsed by the National Institute for Dementia Education, as well as a number of nationally recognized organizations. For more information, see: https://www.certusseniorliving.com/.   

    About Tellegacy 

    Tellegacy is an intergenerational program created to combat loneliness and social isolation among older adults, keeping them connected and engaged through weekly phone or virtual visits with university students. As research shows, loneliness and social isolation can result in long-term negative health outcomes. Tellegacy founder Jeremy Holloway, PhD is determined to change that narrative with his flexible, relationship-oriented, mindfulness, goal-setting and guided imagery curriculum. To learn more about the Tellegacy program and how it can save lives, visit www.tellegacy.com.   

    About achi 

    achi is a holistic care management company that lowers overall expenses by actively engaging people and connecting them to organizations to address the social determinants of health. Through innovative partnerships, cross-sector collaboration, and creative solutions, we equip organizations across multiple industries to educate the people they serve and connect them with resources to improve their lives from the ground up. By partnering with health systems, educational institutions and corporations, achi empowers lasting transformation in individual lives— resulting in an overall healthier population and data to transform our healthcare payment models. To learn more about achi and its mission, visit www.achi.solutions.
      

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    631-549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    http://www.thomasprsocial.com   http://www.thomaspr.com 
     
    Vivid-Pix website: https://vivid-pix.com/ 
    Vivid-Pix free trial download:  https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html 
     
    Research and reliving memories video:  https://www.vivid-pix.com/reminisce
     
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    Vivid-Pix Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixlogo.html 
     

     

     

     


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    Thomas PR Logo           THOMAS PR PRESIDENT FEATURED IN THE OBSERVER “PR Tech expert picked to judge eHealth awards” - Oct. 14, 2021 “There are a lot of public relations people in the world these days, but Karen Thomas, president of Thomas Public Relations in East Northport, stands above the rest.”    

     

     

    THOMAS PR PRESIDENT FEATURED IN THE OBSERVER “PR Tech expert picked to judge eHealth awards” - Oct. 14, 2021 “There are a lot of public relations people in the world these days, but Karen Thomas, president of Thomas Public Relations in East Northport, stands above the rest.”
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    THOMAS PR PRESIDENT FEATURED IN THE OBSERVER “PR Tech expert picked to judge eHealth awards” - Oct. 14, 2021 “There are a lot of public relations people in the world these days, but Karen Thomas, president of Thomas Public Relations in East Northport, stands above the rest.”


     

    Thomas PR Logo             New! Thomas PR Wins PRPLI 2021 PR CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR!New! Thomas PR Wins PRPLI 2021 PR CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR!

     

     

    THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS WINS PRPLI  

    2021 PR CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR AWARD

     

    Award-Winning Thomas PR is Leading Public Relations Agency for Consumer Electronics & High Tech, including IoT, Smart Home, Autonomous Vehicles, Sensors, Wearables, AI, & Virtual Reality

     

    May 12, 2021, East Northport, NY -- Thomas Public Relations, Inc. www.thomasprsocial.com,  the leading PR agency for consumer electronics and high tech, announced today that it has won the PRPLI 2021 PR Campaign of the Year Award for Thomas PR’s campaign for Coldsnap, which resulted in coverage in major national TV shows and technology, consumer, and business publications, such as the Rachel Ray TV Show, Drew Barrymore Show, CNET, USA Today, CNN, Wall St. Journal, DigitalTrends, and more; and awards including the CES Innovation Award. Info at: https://prpli.org/awards-program/

    “As the only PR agency in Long Island focusing on high-technology products, we are honored to be recognized by PRPLI for the PR Campaign of the Year,” said Karen Thomas, President & CEO, Thomas Public Relations, Inc. “For over twenty years, Huntington, NY-based Thomas Public Relations has provided local, national, and international clients with our technology PR expertise resulting in high-level global press coverage, company IPOs, acquisitions, and top sales for our cutting-edge technology clients.” 

    Thomas PRTM clients have included the leaders in technology and consumer electronics, including iCleanse, Vivid-Pix, BeBop Sensors, iDevices, RoboSense, MicroVision, Sensoria, Olympus, Thermoworks, McAfee, Corsair, Lexar Media, OWC, Mixcder, Livall, and many others. Thomas PR is a pioneer in technology and digital imaging/photography public relations, known for representing Olympus and launching their digital camera and Magneto-Optical lines; winning hundreds of industry awards and propelling Olympus to number two in U.S. sales. Thomas PR services include reviews, interviews, press releases, trade show PR, awards, press conferences, social media, influencer marketing, research, and more. Thomas PR has extensive relationships with national and international press, including The Today Show, CNN, Good Morning America, Fox-TV, Wired, BBC-TV, Stern, NY Times, and more.  

    To contact Thomas PR for more information or to become a Thomas PR client, please email: info@thomaspr.com See client list at: http://www.thomasprsocial.com/clients

    ABOUT PRPLI 

    Since 1990, PRPLI (Public Relations Professionals of Long Island) has been the largest regional trade association for PR and communications professionals. Their members and event participants represent nearly every industry on Long Island and also include NY City professionals. PRPLI provides year-round opportunities to build relationships and learn from educational programs. They advance careers while supporting Long Island. The PRPLI Awards gala each spring honors media representatives, community leaders, mentors, rising stars, and lifelong public relations practitioners. It is also at the #PRPLIAwards that scholarships are presented to students preparing for public relations careers. See https://prpli.org/awards-program/  for more info.

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas / Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR (631) 549-7575
    kthomas@thomaspr.com   / eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    Website: www.thomasprsocial.com  
     
    Photos:
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    Karen Thomas, President & CEO, Thomas Public Relations, Inc.: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/thomaspublicrelations.html
     
    Social Media:
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/thomaspublicrelations 
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/thomaspr 
     

    Thomas PR Awards & Accolades:

                    WINNER – PRPLI 2021 PR Campaign of the Year

                    WINNER - LIBN Excellence in Communication Award 2017 - Best PR Campaign

                    WINNER - PR News Social Shake-up Movers & Shakers Award 2017

                    WINNER - Onalytica Top 100 PR Influencer Award

                    WINNER - PR SourceCode Top Tech Communicator

                    JUDGE - Edison Awards “Expert Reviewer” 2021, 2018 & 2017

                    JUDGE – Chair, PR Judging Committee, American Business Awards 2020

                    JUDGE – Business Intelligence Group PR Awards 2020 & 2019

                    JUDGE - American Business Awards – Stevie Awards – 2019 & 2018

                    JUDGE - Cyber Security Awards 2019

                    JUDGE – CES 2019 Innovation Awards

                    JUDGE – SVUS Awards – Best CEO & Technology 2018

                    JUDGE - IT World Awards 2017

                    JUDGE - CES Asia Innovation Awards 2019 & 2017

                    JUDGE - CEO World Awards 2017

     

    Thomas PR is a registered trademark of Thomas Public Relations, Inc.

     

     
     

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    New! Thomas PR Wins PRPLI 2021 PR CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR! http://www.thomas-pr.com/thomaspr/thomasprwinsprpli2021prcampaign.html

    New! Thomas PR Wins PRPLI 2021 PR CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR!    


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  • Karen Thomas, President Thomas Public Relations, Named Judge, Expert Reviewer for 2021 Edison Awards www.edisonawards.com Read at http://www.thomas-pr.com/thomaspr/thomaspredisonawardsjudge2021.html

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    JOOKI ANNOUNCES NEW STREAMING WIFI
    MUSIC & STORY SPEAKER FOR KIDS
     
    Jooki’s Patented NFC-Enabled ToyTouch® Technology Lets Kids Use Figurines & Tokens to Stream Playlists with No Screens in Sight
     
    A Screen-Free Childhood Develops a Child’s Imagination & Independence –
    It’s Like Magic!
          

    Brussels, Belgium, September 21, 2021 – Jooki https://jooki.rocks/  announced today the release of the new kids’ Wi-Fi speaker, Jooki -- the first kids’ speaker with streaming music and audio capabilities. The new Jooki speaker is a wireless screen-free music/audiobook player with Spotify connection. Featuring Jooki’s patented NFC-enabled ToyTouch® Technology, Jooki lets kids operate the speaker independently using figurines or tokens as a remote control that triggers playlists that parents preset with a few clicks on the Jooki app. Guided by Montessori education principles, the award-winning Jooki player connects through Wi-Fi for music and audiobook streaming and Bluetooth for wireless headset listening, helping parents empower their children to develop creativity, independence, and emotional awareness through the child’s own access to a wide range of pre-selected songs, music, and stories. Faster, lighter, and better, Jooki Generation 2 is magic at a kid’s fingertips! 

    Jooki Connects with Spotify  

    Jooki embraces the modern way to consume music through Spotify streaming, unlike many other children’s speakers that operate with CDs. Jooki lets kids listen to the audio content that they want, whenever they want: Spotify and MP3 audio files of music, songs, and stories can be imported offline or streamed directly from the speaker. Jooki is lightweight and fully portable with a built-in 8-hour hour USB rechargeable battery with wireless (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth) or local offline (MP3) capabilities. Awarded best in Family Tech at CES, Jooki is the perfect holiday or birthday gift, made for children ages 3 and up. 

    How Jooki’s Patented ToyTouch® Technology Works  

    Jooki’s founders patented their innovative use of NFC technology and electronics, so kids only need a figurine or a token to operate Jooki. Parents associate content to a figurine or a token using the Jooki app; then the child only has to place the figurine or token on Jooki for the playlist to start. Jooki is more than a toy to put aside after a few weeks, the screen-free device is designed for families that wants to spark kids’ imaginations and limit screen time. 

    “Jooki is simply the kid’s music and story player for a screen-free childhood,” said Christine Brendle, CEO, Jooki Inc. “It lets you bond with your children by linking audiobooks, favorite playlists, or personal audio files to Jooki figurines and tokens. Your kids will only have to place one of them on a Jooki to trigger the playlist. It’s like magic and is a great way to keep kids engaged without screens.”

    Jooki

     

    Jooki Features:

    ·        Wireless screen-free portable music and story speaker made for kids.

    ·        ToyTouch® Technology: playlists start when a colorful RFID-enabled figurine or token is placed on Jooki.

    ·        Plays Spotify content and local MP3 audio files.

    ·        Wi-Fi enabled.

    ·        Bluetooth connection to wireless headsets

    ·        Volume limited to protect kids’ hearing.

    ·        Easy control knobs for kids to switch tracks, adjust volume, and turn Jooki on and off.

    ·        The Jooki app let parents easily associate Spotify playlists with tokens and figurines.

    ·        USB-C charging with built-in battery for 8 hours of playtime.

    ·        Lighter, faster, and better than the first generation of Jooki.

    ·        Ages 3 and up. 

    Availability & Pricing 

    Jooki is priced at $112.99 (with free shipping) and includes the Jooki speaker, 2 Jooki tokens with playlists pre-programmed, and a charging cable. Additional packs of 6 colorful tokens and 5 popular figurines are also available. Faster, lighter, and more affordable than the original edition, the new generation Jooki 2 is available immediately at: https://jooki.rocks.   

    About Jooki 

    Founded in 2014 by three geek dads formerly with Google, Huawei, and Barco, the award-winning Jooki is funded by ST’ART invest, CoFoundry, Brustart; and advised by Michel Tombroff, former CEO of SoftKinetic. With their mix of technology and design skills and love for music and kids, the three co-founders aim to radically improve the music experience of kids in the 21st century. For more information, visit: https://jooki.rocks.  

    Social Media:
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Jooki
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/us.jooki.rocks/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/JookiRocks 
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQSVV_3xYpf5wd0bhV62z-w 
    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jookibymuuselabs/
     
    Photos:
    Jooki: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/Jooki.jpg
    Jooki Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/JookiLogo.jpg
    Jooki – lifestyle: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/Jookilifestyle.jpg 
    Jooki - lifestyle 2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/Jookilifestyle2.jpg 
    Jooki - lifestyle 3: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/Jookilifestyle3.jpg 
    Jooki - lifestyle 4: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/Jookilifestyle4.jpg 
     
    Videos:
    Meet Jooki: https://youtu.be/G9aJ_Ktw0uM
    How to: https://youtu.be/_aMBq1bUtw8 
    How to connect to WiFi: https://youtu.be/ak_4zhO4RqY 
     
    How-to and FAQs
    https://support.jooki.rocks

     


    iCleanse Logo    

    iCleanse Swift UV - cafeteria

     

    iCLEANSE LAUNCHES NEW CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT VERSIONS  OF SWIFT UV DISINFECTION FOR MOBILE PHONES

     

    Now Features High Resolution 10-Inch Display Screens with Advertising & Educational Content for Businesses

     

    Stand, Wall-Mount, & Table-Top Versions Available for Preorder

     

    In Just 15 Seconds, New Patented Swift UV Disinfects 99.99% of Pathogens on Smartphones

     

    July 29, 2021, Avon, CT — iCleanse www.icleanse.com (formerly ReadyDock), the leader in chemical-free UV-C disinfection technology for over ten years, announced today three new customer engagement versions of the patented Swift UV rapid disinfection station for smartphones: Stand, Wall-Mount, and Table-Top. Businesses place the innovative Swift UV disinfection stations anywhere needed to showcase digital video or still image content in tandem with fast and effective smartphone disinfection, keeping their employees and customer safer from infection. While users wait just 15 seconds for Swift UV to kill 99.99%* of pathogens (including coronavirus, the common cold, and influenza) on their smartphones, businesses will continuously display educational, branding, or advertising video or still image content with or without sound on high resolution 10-inch LCD display screens (with a future option for 14-inch screens) to a uniquely engaged audience.  

     

    Swift UV Engages Users as it Disinfects Their Smartphones  

     

    Swift UV is the latest chemical-free UV-C disinfection device from iCleanse under the new leadership of CEO Chris Allen. Announced in March 2021, Swift UV disinfects smartphones in hospitals, retail stores, corporations, sports venues, restaurants, airports, and more. Since the March announcement, iCleanse has received valuable feedback from partners, customers, and stakeholders, prompting the addition of the new 10-inch LCD screen versions with the ability for businesses to display their custom digital content. 

     

    “There is so much potential with the Swift UV,” iCleanse CEO Chris Allen said. “This unit has the user’s phone for 15 seconds; what better way to capture the attention of your customers?”  

      

    The Swift UV is proudly “Made in the USA” and is the only patented solution for business owners looking to keep their employees and customers safe. Equipped with Crystal IS LEDs, Swift UV kills 99.99% of infectious pathogens in just 15 seconds.  Swift UV is available for pre-order online at: www.icleanse.com, shipping in September through iCleanse.com and major distributors. 

     

    iCleanse Swift-UV - stand

    Stand Swift UV

     

    Swift UV Pricing: 

    ·        Stand Swift UV: $1995 

    ·        Wall-Mount Swift UV: $1495 

    ·        Table-Top Swift UV: $1795 

     

    About iCleanse 

     

    Trusted by over 100 U.S. hospitals, iCleanse (formerly ReadyDock) provides chemical-free UV-C technology that kills 99.99% of human coronavirus and other pathogens (lab tested against OC43, a surrogate of COVID-19). iCleanse offers a variety of products for every type of business and workflow. iCleanse products disinfect high-touch surfaces, such as mobile phones and tablets, as well as body cams, CB radios, and other items used daily. All iCleanse products are “Made in the USA.” For more information, please visit: www.icleanse.com. 

     

    *Tested against OC43 (human coronavirus)

    Swift UV Video: https://youtu.be/Y-fsOb9L0So 

     

    Photos:
    iCleanse Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanselogo.html 
    iCleanse Swift-UV - stand: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/iCleanseSwiftUVstand.jpg 
    iCleanse Swift UV - cafeteria: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/iCleanseSwiftUVcafeteria.jpg

     

    Agency Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR

    (631) 549-7575

    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com / eyutani@thomaspr.com

    Website: http://www.thomasprsocial.com

     


    Vivid-Pix Logo Vivid-Pix Bell

    BEST CREATIVE PHOTO GIFT IDEA OF 2021 –
    GIVE THE GIFT OF RESTORED MEMORIES WITH VIVID-PIX RESTORE PHOTO & DOCUMENT RESTORATION SOFTWARE
     
    MAKES THE PERFECT UNIQUE HOLIDAY GIFT
    ONE-CLICK SOFTWARE IS MADE FOR BEGINNERS & SENIORS

    Baby – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix

    Amazing Restoration of Faded Baby Photo on Left with RESTORE

     

    Savannah, GA, July 27, 2021 – Vivid-Pix www.vivid-pix.com announced today the best creative photo gift idea of 2021: Vivid-Pix RESTORE patented photo and document restoration software. Vivid-Pix RESTORE lets you give the powerful gift of restored memories that will never be forgotten by friends and family. Perfect for technology novices and seniors, RESTORE patented AI powered software fixes virtually any image in just one click, automatically improving old, faded photos, slides, and documents, as well as new digital photos and documents, to bring back images you thought were long gone. Everyone can give the gift of restored memories by gifting RESTORE software or using the software to fix photos and printing them as gifts at: https://www.vivid-pix-prints.com/. 

    No Need to Pay Someone to Improve Treasured Photos -- No Complex Software or Subscriptions Needed  

    “There’s not a better gift for friends and family than restored, cherished memories. Bringing photos back-to-life and sharing reconnects us and there’s no better time to do this than during the holidays,” said Rick Voight, CEO, Vivid-Pix and Publisher, Reunions magazine. “RESTORE’s simplicity is the key to its popularity. People no longer need to learn complex software or spend hundreds of dollars on subscriptions or paying someone else to improve their treasured photos. It’s so simple to use that anyone can do it.”  

    Fixes Virtually Any Image with Just One Click 

    Vivid-Pix RESTORE patented AI software automatically restores faded old color, black and white, and sepia photos and documents; and provides image organization, editing, and saving. It improves a wide variety of image formats; and includes metadata tagging for transcribing and sharing family stories. The Crop/Recalculate feature hones in on specific areas that need fixing – details essential for family historians.  

    Vivid-Pix is recognized by genealogists and hobbyists as the fastest, easiest, and most affordable way to improve faded photos and unreadable documents, such as letters, immigration records, newspaper clippings, postmarks, and birth, wedding, and death certificates, as well as other crucial photos and documents essential to the research and sharing of family history, the second most popular hobby in the U.S. 

    Vivid-Pix RESTORE Availability 

    The new version of Vivid-Pix RESTORE is available now for Mac and Windows for $49.99 at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/buy.html with a 10 Free-Fix Trial without a credit card required at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html.  The U.S. Patent Office has awarded two patents to Vivid-Pix for its image processing techniques used to automatically correct images. See Vivid-Pix RESTORE in action at:  https://Vivid-Pix.com/restore. For more information, see the website at: https://vivid-pix.com/.

    About Vivid-Pix

    Vivid-Pix was founded by Rick Voight and Randy Fredlund, who have a combined 47 years of experience from Eastman Kodak Co. They brought Kodak’s “You Press the Button, We Do the Rest” philosophy to the design of Vivid-Pix RESTORE AI software. For more info, see: https://vivid-pix.com/.

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    631-549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com
     
    Free trial RESTORE download:  https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html
    RESTORE demo: https://vimeo.com/460360543 and https://Vivid-Pix.com/restore
    Website: https://vivid-pix.com/
     
    Photos:
    Baby – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixbabyphoto.html
    Children next to Fireplace – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixchildrennexttofireplace.html
    Anderson Murphy Before-After: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixmurphybeforeafter.html 
    Recalculated Cropped Stamp Before-After: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixstampbeforeafter.html
    Vivid-Pix Parade Photos - Before & After: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixparade.html 
    RESTORE overview graphic: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixrestoreoverview.html
    Vivid-Pix Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixlogo.html


     

    ThermoWorks LogoThermapen ONEThermapen ONE - with Steak

     

    THERMOWORKS LAUNCHES WORLD’S FIRST ONE-SECOND
    INSTANT-READ SMART THERMOMETER:
    THERMAPEN ONE

    After 5 Years of Research, Thermapen ONE Pushes Boundaries of Sensor & Electronic
    Technology and Engineering
    -- Measures at Virtually the Speed of Thought --

    Features Less than One Second Readings, Industry Leading Accuracy to ± 0.5°F with Precise NIST-Traceable Calibration, Patented Auto-Rotating 360° Display Technology, Brighter Intelligent Backlight,
    Fully Waterproof to IP67, Motion-Sensing Sleep/Wake Mode
     

    June 24, 2021, American Fork, Utah – ThermoWorks www.thermoworks.com, the leading brand for thermometers among the world’s top professional kitchens and discerning home cooks alike for speed and accuracy, announced today the world’s fastest cooking thermometer, the Thermapen ONE – the first and only one second instant-read thermometer – measuring at virtually the speed of thought (under one second). A marvel of engineering, the culmination of five years of research and development, the Thermapen ONE achieves a new unheard-of standard of speed and accuracy to ± 0.5°F (±0.3°C), for the most accurate readings  and comes with a NIST-traceable calibration certification verifying its accuracy to national standards. To achieve this exceptional performance speed while also improving its accuracy and durability, Thermapen ONE pushes the boundaries of sensor and electronic measurement technology, applying the principles of thermodynamics and materials science, new exacting performance standards, tightened tolerances, and retooled construction.  

    “Seek Perfection” with Thermapen ONE - Professional Level Thermometer at an Affordable Price 

    The new Thermapen ONE includes professional level features at an affordable price, including an auto-rotating display, which uses accelerometer technology to detect screen motion/orientation for use in either hand (similar to smartphone orientation); a battery-saving sleep/wake mode; fully waterproof IP67 design; new brighter automatic backlight for use at night or in low light; 2,000 hour battery life using one AAA battery with new easy-access battery housing; and included NIST-traceable calibration certificate for confirmation of its performance. Thermapen ONE lets everyone “seek perfection” when cooking at home, for daily use in professional restaurants, to measuring critical temperatures in labs, food processing plants, health departments, grocery stores, and more.  

    ThermoWorks Products are Chosen Best by America’s Test Kitchen 

    Chosen best “Recommended-Winner” thermometers in rigorous comparison testing completed by America’s Test Kitchen, ThermoWorks products are in virtually every industry, from thousands of home and commercial kitchens and BBQs across America, to hundreds of food processing plants and farming operations. Grocery stores and convenience stores also use ThermoWorks loggers and thermometers for cold chain management to make sure cold foods, such as dairy, produce, meat, seafood, and poultry, remain top quality and safe. Additionally professional markets using ThermoWorks thermometers include air conditioning, plastics and rubber, research and science, and dozens of hobby applications.

    Thermapen ONE - in R&D lab

    Thermapen ONE in Use in an R&D Lab

     

    “The Thermapen ONE is the most dramatic advancement in thermometer technology in years, measuring at almost the speed of thought,” said Randy Owen, ThermoWorks Founder and CEO. “With instantaneous sub-second readings and more professional features at an affordable price for everyone, Thermapen ONE is really the only true ‘instant-read’ thermometer that lives up to the name. Home food preparation and professionals will get the most accurate information essential for culinary perfection and lab excellence.”

    Thermapen ONE - blue - battery open:

    New Easy Access to Battery Housing and User Settings

    Thermapen ONE Features:

    ·        New: unparalleled speed with full temperature readings in less than one second.

    ·        New: industry leading accuracy to half a degree: ±0.5°F (±0.3°C).

    ·        New: brighter intelligent backlight display automatically illuminates in low-light and when the sensor window is covered.

    ·        New: easy-access battery housing uses one common AAA battery for a 2,000-hour battery life.

    ·        New: five-year warranty.

    ·        Motion-Sensing Sleep and Wake Mode: intuitively turns on and off − on when picked up or in use and off when set down to save battery.

    ·         Patented 360° auto-rotating display uses Accelerometer Technology to intuitively turn right-side up.

    ·        Shockproof, dustproof, and waterproof with an IP67 rating for water-tight seals.

    ·        Foldaway design protects probe when not in use.

    ·        Biomaster Anti-microbial Silver Ion Technology reduces microbial growth.

    ·        Hand washable.

    ·        Display temperatures in °F or °C, 1° or 0.1° resolution.

    ·        Includes NIST-traceable calibration certificate verifying accuracy to national standards

     

    Thermapen ONE is available immediately priced at $105 through www.thermoworks.com and select retailers. It is available in 10 colors: red, blue, black, green, orange, yellow, grey, white, purple, and pink. For more information, please visit: https://www.thermoworks.com/Thermapen-ONE or call 801-756-7705 x2592.  

    About ThermoWorks 

    Based in American Fork, Utah, ThermoWorks brings scientific precision and robust industrial design to professional temperature tools for food safety and culinary excellence. The preferred brand among leading chefs and demanding operations, ThermoWorks sells directly to national chains, restaurants, food processors, health departments and consumers. Customers have direct access to expert instrument consultants and a full technical support team. An advanced NIST-traceable calibration lab assures ThermoWorks products meet the highest performance standards. For more information, see the website: www.thermoworks.com. Follow ThermoWorks on social media at:
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThermoWorks-141229422561526 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thermoworks/
    Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thermoworks/_created/

    Videos:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjyNBPPDN1s
    YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/user/thermapen 
     
    Photos:
    ThermoWorks Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/thermoworkslogo.html
    Thermapen ONE - blue - battery open: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ThermapenONEbluebatteryopen.jpg 
    Thermapen ONE - in R&D lab: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ThermapenONEinRDlab.jpg
    Thermapen ONE - with Steak: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ThermapenONEwithSteak.jpg 
    Thermapen ONE: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ThermapenONE.jpg
     
    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    Website: http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com

     


    Vivid-Pix LogoVivid-Pix Whodunit Mystery Game

     

    VIVID-PIX MAKES IT FUN & EASY TO RESTORE MEMORIES --
    LAUNCHES ONLINE GENEALOGY WHODUNIT MYSTERY GAME
     
    Win a Trip to London, New York City, Cash, & Other Prizes
    Enter at: https://www.vivid-pix.com/unclegeorge/
     

    George Bellamy Family Tree

     

    What Happened to Great-Uncle George? Missing in Family Tree 

    Savannah, GA, June 24, 2021 – Vivid-Pix, www.vivid-pix.com, the leading provider of AI-powered image restoration software and publisher of Reunions magazine, announced today Vivid-Pix Genealogy Whodunit Mystery Game at: https://www.vivid-pix.com/unclegeorge/. The giveaway combines family history research with patented, photo and document restoration software to learn about genealogy and Vivid-Pix RESTORE software. The game is fun and free to play; and those who successfully complete the challenge will be entered to win great prizes, including a weekend in New York City, London, or $1,000 USD, and photo gifts from Vivid-Pix at: https://www.vivid-pix-prints.com/. The Whodunit Mystery Game will be launched online at THE Genealogy Show in the UK, held virtually this year from June 25-26, 2021.   

    Genealogy/Family History is one of World’s Most Popular Hobbies 

    Genealogy/family history is one of the world’s most popular hobbies. During the pandemic, many people used their free time at home to clean out and organize closets, attics, and basements; finding shoeboxes and containers full of old photos and documents. “What folks learned when organizing during quarantine and lockdown, is that many of their treasured old photos and documents have faded – with many unrecognizable and illegible after years of age. Vivid-Pix patented software helps remedy this situation, restoring images and memories from the past,” said Rick Voight, CEO, Vivid-Pix.  

    Vivid-Pix Whodunit Mystery Game Immerses You in the Genealogy Process

    The Vivid-Pix Whodunit Mystery Game immerses you into the genealogy process using restored photos and documents to learn about relatives’ past. The game is all about a fictional long-lost Great-Uncle: George Albert Bellamy, who emigrated from the U.K. to the U.S. in the early 1900’s. By collaborating with distant cousin Peter, you will analyze miniscule details in old photos and documents using the restoration tools in Vivid-Pix to discover hidden clues from Great-Uncle George’s past in the U.K. and his mysterious travels overseas to the U.S. Prepare yourself for a journey through Edwardian Britain and beyond, complete with crime, cryptic postcards, and more! The game is open to international participants by downloading a free copy of Vivid-Pix RESTORE and starting the game at: https://www.vivid-pix.com/unclegeorge/. 

     

    Whodunit Photo - clue 1 Whodunit Passenger List – restored

    Clues: Butcher Shop and Passenger List on the White Star Steamship

     

    Vivid-Pix is a premium sponsor of THE Genealogy Show held online this year from June 25-26, 2021. For more info on The Genealogy Show, see: https://thegenealogyshow.uk/.  The Vivid-Pix Whodunit Mystery Game starts immediately at: https://www.vivid-pix.com/unclegeorge/,  with a deadline to enter by 12:00 AM midnight, Eastern U.S. time, September 30, 2021. For more information on Vivid-Pix, see the website: https://vivid-pix.com/, for a free trial download athttps://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html .

    About Vivid-Pix

    Vivid-Pix is the one-stop solution for family historians, genealogists and hobbyists. Vivid-Pix RESTORE patented artificial intelligence software automatically restores old, faded sepia, black and white, and color photographs and documents and provides image organization, editing, and searchable IPTC and EXIF compliant metadata tagging. The U.S. Patent Office has awarded 2 patents to Vivid-Pix for its image processing techniques used to automatically correct faded images. Vivid-Pix RESTORE is available for Mac and Windows for $49.99 at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/buy.html,  with a no-credit-card-required free trial at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html.  For more information, see the website at: https://vivid-pix.com/.
     
    Vivid-Pix was founded by Rick Voight and Randy Fredlund, who have a combined 47 years of experience from Eastman Kodak Co. They brought Kodak’s “You Press the Button, We Do the Rest” philosophy to the design of Vivid-Pix RESTORE. February 2021,
    Vivid-Pix acquired Reunions magazine, the leading reunions resource to assist family, class alumni, and military reunion participants relive the past and make new memories. For 30 years, Reunions magazine has provided easy access to ideas, features, planning, and education for reunions and reunion planners alike. For more information on Reunions magazine, see https://reunionsmag.com/ For more info, see the website: https://vivid-pix.com/.
     
    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    http://www.thomasprsocial.com  
     
    Enter Vivid-Pix Whodunit Mystery Game at:
    https://www.vivid-pix.com/unclegeorge/ 
    Free trial download:  
    https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html
    Website: 
    https://vivid-pix.com/
     
    Photos:
    Whodunit Photo - clue 1:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/whodunitphotoclue1.jpg
    Whodunit Passenger list – original:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/passengerlistoriginal.jpg
    Whodunit Passenger List – restored:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/whodunitpassengerlistrestored.jpg
    Vivid-Pix Whodunit Mystery Game:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixwhodunitmysterygamecontest.jpg
    George Bellamy Family Tree:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/georgebellamyfamilytree.jpg  
    Vivid-Pix Logo: 
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixlogo.html



     

    iCleanse Logo     CIT

     ICLEANSE ANNOUNCES COLLABORATION WITH CIT
    TO OFFER LOW-INTEREST FINANCING ON
    ALL ICLEANSE DISINFECTION PRODUCTS
     
    Offering Financing will Help Small & Large Businesses Alike Purchase
    iCleanse UV-C Disinfection Units to
    Keep Customers & Staff Safe and Businesses Open
     
    iCleanse Products Kill 99.9% of Infectious Pathogens, such as COVID-19, Influenza
    and the Common Cold in as Little as 15 Seconds
     

    Avon, CT, April 28, 2021 – iCleanse www.icleanse.com, the leader in UV-C personal device disinfection, announced today that it has joined forces with CIT, a top 50 national bank, to provide low-interest financing on all iCleanse disinfection products to keep customers and staff safe from infectious pathogens. This alliance allows iCleanse to better serve its current and future customer base, who may have limited cash flow due to the year-long pandemic, making UV-C disinfection more attainable for small and large businesses alike and keeping businesses open. iCleanse products kill 99.9% of infectious pathogens, such as COVID-19, the common cold, and influenza in as little as 15 seconds. 

    iCleanse’s Mission: Help Businesses Remain Safe and Open  

    iCleanse is the leader and only patented solution in chemical-free UV-C disinfection for mobile devices. Providing quick and effective disinfection for all types of business to help them remain safe and open is the main objective in iCleanse’s mission. Applying for financing through CIT is quick and easy, and customers can receive a decision on financing often in less than three minutes. 

    “Being able to offer our customers an easy financial solution to purchase our products is a no-brainer,” said Chris Allen, CEO of iCleanse. “Ensuring easy and effective disinfection of the items we use daily is one way to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.” 

    About iCleanse

     

    iCleanse (formerly ReadyDock) is trusted by over 100 U.S. hospitals. The company’s chemical-free UV-C technology kills pathogens, like the flu, common cold, and COVID-19*. Designed with businesses, employees, customers, and patients in mind, iCleanse offers a wide range of products for every workflow. iCleanse products disinfect high touch surfaces, such as mobile phones and tablets, as well as stethoscopes, ID badges, keycards, and many other items used daily. With the power of iCleanse UV-C disinfection units, users can disinfect devices in less than 30 seconds with 99.9% of infectious pathogens killed. Mess-free, only ultraviolet light (no liquid) is used in the disinfecting process. For more information, please visit: https://icleanse.com.  

    About CIT 

    CIT is a leading national bank focused on empowering businesses and personal savers with the financial agility to navigate their goals. CIT Group Inc. (NYSE: CIT) is a financial holding company with over a century of experience and operates a principal bank subsidiary, CIT Bank, N.A. (Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender). The company’s commercial banking segment includes commercial financing, community association banking, middle market banking, equipment and vendor financing, factoring, railcar financing, treasury and payments services, and capital markets and asset management. CIT’s consumer banking segment includes a national direct bank and regional branch network. Discover more at cit.com/about.  

    iCleanse Agency Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR 
    (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com  
    Website: http://www.thomasprsocial.com  

    Photos:
    iCleanse Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanselogo.html 
    iCleanse Swift UV - all: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/z2c4il8fqkjhicx/AABkNRx_8qt2_FRmyFLmlsi-a?dl=0
    iCleanse Swift UV: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanseswiftuv.html 
    iCleanse Swift UV – Inserting Phone: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanseswiftuvphone.html
    iCleanse Swift: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanseswift.html 
    iCleanse Swift Mini: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanseswiftmini.html 
    iCleanse Swift - in office: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanseswiftoffice.html 
     

     

    *iCleanse is tested for COVID-19 through Surrogate OC43.  

     


      Vivid-Pix Reunions magazine Logo

     REUNIONS MAGAZINE ANSWERS THE QUESTION:
    “WHAT SHOULD WE DO FOR OUR REUNION THIS YEAR?”
     
    Reunions magazine Helps Family, Class, and Military Reunions
    Relive the Past & Make New Memories – Even During a Pandemic
     

    Savannah, GA, April 15, 2021 – Vivid-Pix www.vivid-pix.com, the leading provider of AI-powered image restoration software and publisher of Reunions magazine, the leading online reunion planning and celebration publication for 30 years, announced today the Reunions magazine inaugural issue since its acquisition by Vivid-Pix. The issue includes new stories and ideas provided by our readers and experts for planning reunions during and after the pandemicReunions magazine provides education, resources, event planning and sharing information for family, class, and military reunions.   

    Who Plans Reunions? 87% of Planners are Female, 92% over the Age of 30, & 54% over the Age of 50 

    Millions look forward to the joy of reuniting with family and friends every year, even more so now due to the separation caused by the pandemic. “Reunions will take many forms this year,” describes Rick Voight, CEO, Vivid-Pix. “To illustrate, I’ll quote Merriam-Webster: ‘A reunion is 1: an act of coming or bringing together again after being apart. 2: an organized gathering of people who have not been together for some time.’ Most people are balancing safety concerns with longing to be together. Some will reunite with close contacts, others will have full gatherings, others will continue with ‘Zoom Reunions’ and we will see hybrid physical/distance reunions.” 

    Included in the upcoming June issue, Reunions magazine analyzed multiple data source research on who is planning reunions and services needed, including the most used reunions services implemented prior to the pandemic: catering, photography, videography, tours, buses, florists, and professional planners. The study concluded that women over the age of 30 are the main planners of reunions, with 87% of planners female, 92% over the age of 30 and 54% over the age of 50. In addition, the majority of reunions, 59%, had 51-100+ attendees.

    ALAFFFA Family Reunion Cornhole Board ALAFFFA Family Photo

    “ALAFFFA” Family Reunion Cornhole Board            “ALAFFFA” Family Reunion Photo 

    How to Make Reunions Safe & Fun 

    The upcoming issue of Reunions magazine also includes an article by Lisa Alzo, genealogist, lecturer, and author of 11 books and numerous magazine articles, who has been planning her family’s reunions (nicknamed “ALAFFFA” after her family’s initials) for 50+ years. She delves into safety protocols, activities, and ways to make family reunions held in 2021 unique and fun, including:

    ·        What safety protocols are needed: masks, cleaning, and social distancing?

    ·        How should technology be used to connect with family members unable to attend in person?

    ·        Using gifts and crafts to create a memorable family reunion.

    ·        How to handle the food; is it time to go back to buffet style or should other options be considered: potluck, catering, or pizza delivery?

    ·        What outdoor activities should be planned (usual games for her family were softball or cornhole)? Should indoor trivia or board games be implemented in case of inclement weather or for those unable to participate in outdoor sports?

    ·        What should be done to make sure old traditions are not lost, including having a theme, designating time for family updates, and discussion?

    ·        How are the skills of each generation of the family leveraged to make sure 2021 is a memorable experience for all?

    ·        What is the appropriate way to remember those who have passed away? 

    “Family, class, and military reunion planners are eager to return to the task of making their reunions happen. Hugs can only happen in person … not online!” said Edith Wagner, Editor, Reunions magazine. “Reunion planners rely on the knowledge, skill, and expertise of professionals to help answer questions, solve dilemmas, make decisions and plans. They are looking for answers to questions they’ve not even thought to ask and know they can’t do it all without help from experts at convention and visitors or tourism bureaus, hotels, resorts, airlines, cruise lines, ranches, bed and breakfasts, Airbnbs, and inns, t-shirt suppliers, memento makers, caterers, photographers, florists, motor coaches, attractions, entertainment, and more.” 

    About Reunions magazine  

    Acquired by Vivid-Pix in February 2021, Reunions magazine is the leading reunions resource to assist family, class alumni, and military reunion participants relive the past and make new memories. For 30 years, Reunions magazine has provided easy access to ideas, features, planning, and education for reunions and reunion planners alike. For more information, see https://reunionsmag.com/. 

    About Vivid-Pix Photo Restoration Software & Education to Relive and Share Memories 

    For 9 years, Vivid-Pix has provided patented image improvement software and helpful genealogy, family history, and gathering education at https://vivid-pix.com/education.html to relive and share cherished memories. Vivid-Pix RESTORE patented AI software automatically restores faded old black and white, sepia, and color photos and documents from a wide variety of image types and provides image organization, editing, and saving.  

    The U.S. Patent Office has awarded two patents to Vivid-Pix for its image processing techniques to automatically correct images. Vivid-Pix RESTORE is available for Mac and Windows for $49.99 at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/buy.html with a 10 Free-Fix Trial without credit card at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html. See Vivid-Pix RESTORE in action at:  https://Vivid-Pix.com/restore.Vivid-Pix was founded by Rick Voight and Randy Fredlund, who have a combined 47 years of experience from Eastman Kodak Co. They brought Kodak’s “You Press the Button, We Do the Rest” philosophy to the design of Vivid-Pix RESTORE software.  

    For more information on Reunions magazine and Vivid-Pix, see www.reunionsmag.com and www.vivid-pix.com.

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com
     
    Photos:
    Vivid-Pix/Reunions magazine Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixreunionsmagazinelogo.html
    ALAFFFA Family Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixalafffafamily.html
    ALAFFFA Family Reunion Cornhole Board: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixalafffafamilyboard.html 
    Vivid-Pix Study on Reunions: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixfunfacts.html
      

    Reunions magazine Fun Facts Study on Reunions

    Reunions magazine Study on Reunions

     


     

    Thomas PR Logo             ThermoWorks Logo

     

    THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS SIGNS NEW CLIENT –

    THERMOWORKS, LEADER IN THERMOMETER TECHNOLOGY

     

    Award-Winning Thomas PR is Leading Public Relations Agency for Consumer Electronics & High Tech, including Autonomous Vehicles, Sensors, Wearables, AI, VR, and IoT

     

    April 8, 2021, East Northport, NY -- Thomas Public Relations, Inc. www.thomasprsocial.com, the leading PR agency for consumer electronics and high tech, announced today that it has signed Utah-based ThermoWorks www.thermoworks.com, creators of the world’s leading professional high-speed/accurate kitchen, restaurant, cold chain, and lab thermometers. Thomas PR will be responsible for ThermoWorks’ press relations, including new product launches, review placements, awards management, positioning, press releases, and campaigns for the ThermoWorks advanced kitchen, restaurant, and lab thermometers.

    Thomas PR clients have included the leaders in technology and consumer electronics, including iCleanse, Vivid-Pix, BeBop Sensors, iDevices, RoboSense, MicroVision, Sensoria, Olympus, Mixcder, Livall, Welle, and many others. Thomas PR is a pioneer in technology and digital imaging/photography public relations, known for representing Olympus and launching their digital camera and Magneto-Optical lines; winning hundreds of industry awards and propelling Olympus to number two in U.S. sales. Thomas PR services include reviews, interviews, press releases, trade show PR, awards, press conferences, social media, influencer marketing, research, and more. Thomas PR has extensive relationships with national and international press, including The Today Show, CNN, Good Morning America, Fox-TV, Wired, BBC-TV, Stern, NY Times, and more.  

    To contact Thomas PR for more information about becoming a Thomas PR client, please email: info@thomaspr.com. See client list at: http://www.thomasprsocial.com/clients.  

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas / Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR (631) 549-7575
    kthomas@thomaspr.com    / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    Website: www.thomasprsocial.com  
     
    Photos:
    Thomas PR Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/thomasprlogostacked.html
    Thermoworks Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/thermoworkslogo.html 
     
    Social Media:
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/thomaspublicrelations 
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/thomaspr 
     

    Thomas PR Awards & Accolades:

                    JUDGE - Edison Awards “Expert Reviewer” 2021, 2018 & 2017

                    JUDGE – Chair, PR Judging Committee, American Business Awards 2020

                    JUDGE – Business Intelligence Group PR Awards 2020 & 2019

                    JUDGE - American Business Awards – Stevie Awards – 2019 & 2018

                    JUDGE - Cyber Security Awards 2019

                    JUDGE – CES 2019 Innovation Awards

                    JUDGE – SVUS Awards – Best CEO & Technology 2018

                    JUDGE - IT World Awards 2017

                    JUDGE - CES Asia Innovation Awards 2019 & 2017

                    JUDGE - CEO World Awards 2017

                    WINNER - LIBN Excellence in Communication Award 2017 - Best PR Campaign

                    WINNER - PR News Social Shake-up Movers & Shakers Award 2017

                    WINNER - Onalytica Top 100 PR Influencer Award

                    WINNER - PR SourceCode Top Tech Communicator


     

     
     

    Comica Audio LogoComica Audio Traxshot Comica Audio Traxshot Photo - vlog

    COMICA AUDIO TRAXSHOT
    FIRST TRANSFORMABLE MIC
    NOW AVAILABLE FOR YOUTUBE REVIEWERS
     
    Traxshot All-in-One Transformers-Style Super Cardioid Shotgun Stereo Microphone Quickly Converts from Mono to Stereo to Bi-Directional as Needed
     
    Perfect for YouTube, Social Media Influencers, and Vloggers
     

    April 6, 2021, Shenzhen, China-- Comica Audio www.comica-audio.com, a leading professional broadcast level audio company, announced today that the TraxshotTM first transformable TransformersTM-styled professional broadcast Mic is now available, perfect for YouTube reviewers, social media influencers, and vloggers. A patent pending portable all-in-one super cardioid shotgun microphone that changes shape to switch modes as you need them, the Traxshot features multi-modes for mono, two-level stereo, and bi-directional for all cameras and smartphones. See info at: https://www.comica-audio.com/product/84.html.   

    Traxshot is perfect for a variety of uses, such as influencers and micro social media videos, podcasts, special events, music videos, and corporate video shooting; travel, concerts, and outdoor videos; voiceovers, TV/radio interviews, and vlogs, as well as professional shooting -- all at a low cost. Traxshot’s three sound pickup modes include Mono Mode for vlogs and interviews; two Stereo Modes (30° & 90 °) for recording ambient sound, the outdoors, parties, and music; and Front and Rear Modes for recording two people for interviews. In addition, with Real-time Monitoring, the microphone’s status can be constantly monitored through the headphones so you always know that your recordings are high-quality. 

    Innovative Air-Float Shock-Absorption Design Absorbs Shock in All Directions 

    Featuring a major innovation and breakthrough in technology, Traxshot’s innovative Air-Float Shock-Absorption design absorbs shock in all directions (front and back) for the clearest audio with Internal Windproof Technology that significantly reduces wind recording noise for clear recordings for interviews, voiceovers, and other recordings in noisy environments. The mic’s high directionality also provides clearer sound capture at a distance for concerts and other long distance recordings, as well ambient sound recordings, such as at the sounds of seagulls and crashing waves at the beach or birds and other wildlife at a forest hike. Lightweight and portable to bring everywhere, Traxshot weighs 4.5 ounces, with dimensions of 4.8” x 2.5” x 2.4” (122mm x 65mm x 62mm). For more info and specs, see: http://www.thomas-pr.com/comicaaudio/comicaaudiotraxshotrelease.html.  

    Comica Audio Traxshot Photo -  modes

    Traxshot Modes          

    Traxshot is available immediately, priced at $179 from Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08PCVWXRJ. It comes with the Traxshot, carrying case, 3.5mm TRS-TRS audio cable, 3.5mm TRS-TRRS audio cable, USB-C charging cable, windshield muffs, and manual. For more information, see: https://www.comica-audio.com/product/84.html, website: www.comica-audio.com, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comicaaudiotech,  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/comica_audio/

    ATTENTION YOUTUBERS, REVIEW UNITS AVAILABLE NOW:
    Contact Thomas PR for review units of the Traxshot at kthomas@thomaspr.com  or eyutani@thomaspr.com.

    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    Website: http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com
     
    Video: https://youtu.be/p_--noZFY5A
    Photos:
    Comica Audio Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/comicaaudiologo.html
    Traxshot: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/comicaaudiotraxshot.html 
    Traxshot Photo 2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/comicaaudiotraxshotphoto2.html 
    Modes: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/comicaaudiotraxshotmodes.html 
    Podcast interview: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/comicaaudiotraxshotpodcast.html 
    Vlog: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/comicaaudiotraxshotvlog.html 
     

     

    Traxshot is a Trademark of Comica Audia. Transformers is a trademark of Hasbro, Inc. Chevrolet Trax is a trademark of General Motors. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.


     

    iCleanse Logo     iCleanse Swift UV

       

    ICLEANSE, LEADER IN CHEMICAL-FREE UV-C DISINFECTION,
    ANNOUNCES NEXT GENERATION SWIFT UV FOR MOBILE PHONES

     
    New Patented Swift UV is Smallest & Quickest Way to Disinfect Smartphones On-the-Fly,
    Killing 100% of Pathogens, Including Coronavirus, Common Cold, & Influenza
    in Just 15 Seconds

     

    March 31, 2021 1:00 PM ET, Avon, CT — iCleanse www.icleanse.com (formerly ReadyDock), the leader in chemical-free UV-C disinfection technology for over 10 years, announced today the new patented Swift UV, the smallest and quickest way to disinfect smartphones, killing 100% of pathogens, including Coronavirus, the common cold, and Influenza in just 15 seconds. The Swift UV is the latest chemical-free UV-C disinfection device from iCleanse under the new CEO leadership of Chris Allen, for use with mobile phones in hospitals, retail stores, restaurants, airports, and more. 

    Swift UV High-Speed Disinfection Prevents the Spread of Viruses among Employees & Customers 

    “The new iCleanse Swift UV will change the way we think about disinfection on the fly,” said iCleanse CEO Chris Allen. “It’s the easiest way for businesses to prevent the spread of viruses amongst employees and customers. By disinfecting our smartphones, we help break the cycle of acquiring and passing along viruses, which is essential these days.”  

    Swift UV – Inserting Phone

    The Swift UV is ideal for fast-paced environments, like restaurants, airports, and hospitals. Just place the Swift UV in points of entry, where staff, customers, and patients can quickly and effectively kill germs on their phone, keeping themselves and others safe. The iCleanse Swift UV is also compatible with any hand sanitizer dispenser. Simply mount the hand sanitizer to the included plate to ensure no cross contamination. 

    Equipped with Highest Level UV-C LED Disinfection Technology  

    iCleanse uses cutting-edge technology for high-speed efficacy, including Crystal IS Klaran UV-C LEDs, which emit deep ultraviolet (UV-C) light in the peak germicidal wavelength range of 260nm to 270nm to target viruses. Klaran UV-C LEDs are compact, high performance devices that turn on instantly, so users in fast-paced environments can disinfect their mobile phones quickly and effectively. “We’re proud to see Klaran UV-C LEDs in the iCleanse Swift UV,” said Larry Felton, President, Crystal IS. “Klaran UV-C LEDs have been proven to inactivate high profile viruses, such as SARS-CoV-2 and influenza, as well as other dangerous pathogens. When it comes to Swift UV, it’s exciting to see our product in an innovative solution which can provide convenient on-demand disinfection to prevent the spread of germs.” 

    Pricing and Availability 

    The Swift UV is available for pre-order immediately, priced at $1495. For more information on the Swift UV, please visit: https://icleanse.com/icleanse-swift-uv. See broadcast of product launch at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQdHPd44OoY. 

    About iCleanse  

    Trusted by over 100 U.S hospitals, iCleanse (formerly ReadyDock) provides chemical-free UV-C technology that kills 99.99% of coronavirus and other pathogens (lab tested against OC43, a surrogate of COVID-19). iCleanse offers a variety of products for every type of business and workflow. iCleanse products disinfect high-touch surfaces, such as mobile phones and tablets, as well as stethoscopes, body cams, CB radios, and other items used daily. All iCleanse products are “Made in the USA.” For more information please visit: www.icleanse.com.

    About Crystal IS  

    Crystal IS, an Asahi Kasei company, is a pioneer in the development and commercialization of high performance UV-C LEDs based on its proprietary Aluminum Nitride (AlN) substrate technology. The Crystal IS Klaran product line of UV-C LEDs provide effective, reliable, on-demand disinfection in a variety of applications that enhance and sustain life and living around the world. Learn more by visiting: www.cisuvc.com.  

    Photos:
    iCleanse Swift UV: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanseswiftuv.html 
    iCleanse Swift UV – Inserting Phone: https://mcusercontent.com/fdc54bb7eb51ad9ea6bcb705e/_compresseds/9d2bdfd5-f5cf-46a1-b4ef-f6222a370768.jpg 
    iCleanse Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanselogo.html

    Broadcast of Launch:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQdHPd44OoY.
    Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/events/icleanseliveevent-newrevolution6780908212641140736/ 
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/859518801278523 

    PR Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    Website: http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com
     

     


    iCleanse Logo    

     

      

    ICLEANSE PARTNERS WITH ATHENA HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS TO PROVIDE UV-C DISINFECTING UNITS TO 51 NURSING HOMES IN NORTHEAST

     

    iCleanse to Help Curb the Spread of COVID-19 in Nursing Homes by Disinfecting Devices

    iCleanse is Currently in Use in Hundreds of U.S. Hospitals & Nursing Homes

     

    Avon, CT, March 10, 2021 --  iCleanse, the leader in UV-C personal device disinfection, announced today that it has partnered with Athena Health Care to provide Athena’s 51 nursing home in the Northeast with iCleanse’s patented UV-C disinfecting units to disinfect frequently used devices for COVID-19 and other virus safety and infection control. For over three decades, Athena Health Care Systems, based in Farmington, CT, has been a regional leader in providing skilled nursing care, short-term, post-hospital rehabilitation, assisted and senior living, as well as home health, hospice care, and private duty program services.

     

    COVID-19 Can Last up to 28 Days on Surfaces

     

    In today’s times, nursing homes and long-term care facilities have been plagued with virus outbreaks. Their older demographics and confined spaces make them highly susceptible to viruses, especially since COVID-19 can last up to 28 days on surfaces. Health care facilities have been working hard to protect patients and employees from contracting and spreading COVID-19. A major strategy to curb outbreaks is using UV-C Technology, such as the iCleanse Swift, to disinfect frequently touched items and devices that are passed from person to person. iCleanse Swift reduces the spread of infectious pathogens to nursing home patients and employees by killing 99.9% of bacteria on devices and other items in less than 30 seconds.

     

    iCleanse is in use in hundreds of U.S. hospitals and nursing homes, where over 87% of nurses and physicians are using technology, like tablets and smartphones, in addition to other devices and items, including stethoscopes. Devices save time between patients by quickly inputting patient information; providing patient check-ins; and tracking visitors. Keeping health care facilities open, safe, and efficient is iCleanse’s top priority.  

     

    “The iCleanse units have been well-received and greatly appreciated by the teams at our centers,” said Larry Santilli, President, and CEO, Athena Health Care Systems. “Nursing homes across the country have been significantly impacted by COVID-19 and Athena Health Care Systems has gone to extraordinary lengths to provide protection, whether in the forms of PPE or the newest technology in the iCleanse units, to ensure the health and safety of our staff. The units provide not only another level of infection prevention but also provide peace of mind for our dedicated, compassionate caregivers. Chris Allen and his team have developed a great tool to complement our expanding infection prevention program.”

     

    CEO of iCleanse, Chris Allen, said, “I am excited to partner with Mr. Santilli at Athena Health Care Systems, providing them with UV-C disinfection they can trust. It is essential during these times to keep workers and residents safe from viruses and harmful bacteria that can lead to infection, including COVID-19. Our products will provide the necessary tools needed to fight this pandemic.” 

     

    About iCleanse 

     

    iCleanse (formerly ReadyDock) is trusted by over 100 U.S. hospitals. The company’s chemical-free UV-C technology kills pathogens, like the flu, common cold, and COVID-19*. Designed with businesses, employees, customers, and patients in mind, iCleanse offers a wide range of products for every workflow. iCleanse products disinfect high touch surfaces, such as mobile phones and tablets, as well as stethoscopes, ID badges, keycards, and many other items used daily. With the power of iCleanse UV-C disinfection units, users can disinfect devices in less than 30 seconds with 99.9% of infectious pathogens killed. There is no liquid used in the disinfecting process, only ultraviolet light. For more information, please visit: https://icleanse.com. 

    *Tested with COVID-19 Surrogate OC43  

    Photos:
    iCleanse Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanselogo.html 
    iCleanse Swift: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanseswift.html 
    iCleanse Swift Mini: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanseswiftmini.html 
    iCleanse Swift - in office: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanseswiftoffice.html 
     
    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    Website: http://www.thomasprsocial.com  & http://www.thomaspr.com 



     

    iCleanse Logo      Chargetech

    ICLEANSE ANNOUNCES UV-C PRODUCT LICENSING & DISTRIBUTION PARTNERSHIP WITH CHARGETECH

     

    ChargeTech to License iCleanse Patents & Distribute UV-C Disinfection Products --

    Expands iCleanse Availability across the Americas, Europe, & Middle East

    Expands ChargeTech’s Product Line

     

    Most Comprehensive Suite of Patented Chemical-free UV-C Disinfection Devices to Combat COVID-19

     

    Avon, CT and San Diego, CA, March 2, 2021 --  iCleanse, the leader in UV-C personal device disinfection, today announces its partnership with ChargeTech, a leader in device management solutions, to combat the spread of COVID-19, expanding iCleanse’s UV-C disinfection product market reach across the Americas, Europe, and the Middle East. ChargeTech will license iCleanse patents for ChargeTech’s existing suite of high capacity, UV-C Clean-Charge-Store Cabinets and Carts. This alliance allows iCleanse and ChargeTech to better serve the marketplace by offering the most comprehensive suite of patented chemical-free UV-C disinfection devices to combat 99.99% of pathogens, such as COVID-19.

     

    iCleanse is the leader in chemical-free UV-C disinfection for mobile devices and the only patented solution. iCleanse’s partnership with ChargeTech will expand its reach into new markets beyond iCleanse’s industry-leading hospital network. ChargeTech’s connections with businesses across the country, in Europe, and the Middle East will help bring awareness to the power of UV-C and the importance of regularly disinfecting mobile phones and other devices to break the virus cycle. 

     

    “We are excited to announce iCleanse’s partnership with ChargeTech,” said Chris Allen, CEO of iCleanse. “They are an exceptional company of innovators with great products themselves. There is a great opportunity for us both to get our products out there to help businesses and communities battle COVID-19.” 

     

    iCleanse Product Line to be Distributed by ChargeTech 

     

    The iCleanse product line includes the Swift XL, Swift Mini, and Swift, which are engineered to control the disinfection process and adapt to a variety of venues, such as retail stores, restaurants, airports, and more. 

    The iCleanse product line includes: 

    ·        iCleanse Swift XL: a patented chemical-free UV-C disinfection product for mobile devices and other personal items that kills 99.99% of pathogens, like COVID-19, in as little as 30 seconds. The Swift XL quickly disinfects multiple mobile phones and large-sized tablets simultaneously, as well as bulkier electronics and personal items, such as body cams, CB radios, stethoscopes, hairbrushes, and more. Simple to use, it comes equipped with an easy to navigate user interface to quickly start disinfection cycles or customize cycle times. The software includes notification when it’s time to replace the UV-C lamps, ensuring that devices are always properly disinfected. 

    ·        iCleanse Swift and Swift Mini: are similar to the original popular Swift XL disinfection unit, but with a much smaller footprint. The small Swift Mini is only 15.5 inches wide and Swift is only 20 inches wide.  The Swift and Swift Mini are much more portable and versatile for hospitals and businesses without available space to sanitize devices.  

    “This partnership will enable us to better serve our existing corporate clients by expanding our product offering in this critically important category,” said ChargeTech CEO John Cappetta. “We were so impressed by the design and efficacy of the iCleanse products that we decided the best way to serve our customers was to expand on our large format suite of products by adding the iCleanse line or products as one of their licensed distributors. We are thrilled to expand on our CleanCharge line of large format UV-C device charging, cleaning, and storage products with the exceptional iCleanse products.”

     

    About ChargeTech

     

    ChargeTech has been a leading provider of portable power solutions and multi-device charging stations to enterprise customers and consumers for over 10 years. The team has a steadfast commitment to deliver state-of-the-art, high quality solutions that improve society’s ever-evolving relationship with technology. CleanCharge by ChargeTech is a line of UV-C disinfecting, charging, and storage solutions utilized by its clients in education, retail, hospitality, and health care, as well as a wide range of corporate offices and individuals working from home. ChargeTech’ s clients include Kaiser Permanente, UC Berkeley, USC, Children’s Hospitals, Office Depot, Dollar General, Walmart, Staples, Los Angeles Dodgers, Cleveland Cavaliers, Montage Hotels, Delta Airlines, American Airlines, major school districts across the U.S., and more. Stay updated on ChargeTech news and product releases by visiting www.chargetech.com or follow them on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.

     

    About iCleanse

     

    iCleanse (formerly ReadyDock) is trusted by over 100 U.S. hospitals. The company’s chemical-free UV-C technology kills pathogens, like the flu, common cold, and COVID-19*. Designed with businesses, employees, customers, and patients in mind, iCleanse offers a wide range of products for every workflow. iCleanse products disinfect high touch surfaces, such as mobile phones and tablets, as well as stethoscopes, ID badges, keycards, and many other items used daily. With the power of iCleanse UV-C disinfection units, users can disinfect devices in less than 30 seconds with 99.9% of infectious pathogens killed. There is no liquid used in the disinfecting process, only ultraviolet light. For more information, please visit: https://icleanse.com

    *COVID-19 Surrogate OC43   

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    (631) 549-7575
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    ROOTSTECH CONNECT 2021 NEWS

     

    VIVID-PIX BRINGS FAMILY HISTORY HOME
    AT ROOTSTECH CONNECT 2021
    WITH FREE EDUCATION & RESEARCH
     
    New Family History Series for Families, Family Historians & Librarians
     
    Vivid-Pix Partners with achi & Tellegacy to Provide Research
    to Assist Older Adults, Families, & Health Providers
     

    February 25, 2021, Salt Lake City, UT – Vivid-Pix www.vivid-pix.com, the leading provider of AI-powered image restoration software, announced today at RootsTech Connect, the world’s largest family history event, Vivid-Pix Education for family “Chief Memory Officers” (those who enjoy taking pictures and sharing family stories), family historians, and librarians. In addition, Vivid-Pix announced today that it is partnering with achi and Tellegacy to provide academic and business research to help older adults and families and assist health providers. 

    Family History/Genealogy is 2nd Most Popular Hobby in the U.S. 

    As published by Time, USA Today, and the NY Times, family history/genealogy is the second most popular hobby in America, especially for those over the age of 55. Integrating photos is an important component of this hobby, with photo popularity continuing to grow in the U.S. for all age groups. “Photo ubiquity is illustrated by how we communicate today in social media – a picture says a thousand words. Most online conversations revolve around photos – whether viewing last night’s dinner or yesteryear’s photos where we see older adults as children. Photos connect us across languages and other differences,” said Vivid-Pix CEO, Rick Voight.   

    Vivid-Pix Creates Education for Families, Family Historians, and Librarians 

    Have you ever wanted to tell your story and your family story? To harness photography’s impact on family history, Vivid-Pix has launched new education for families and family historians. In this six-part series, author / storyteller and genealogist Laura Hedgecock teaches us how to share stories in bite-sized videos, starting with the class Witness to History: Now and Then. Classes are available at: https://www.vivid-pix.com/education.html.

    Vivid-Pix is also providing education for librarians. The American Library Association (ALA) estimates that there are 116,867 libraries in the United States. Very few universities offer a genealogy course path for librarians pursuing a Master of Library Science. Working with experts in the field, Vivid-Pix has created a twelve-part Genealogy Librarian Education Series at:  https://www.vivid-pix.com/librarian with classes and special panel discussions, including:

    ·        Introduction to Genealogical Research and the Role of the Genealogy Librarian”: taught by Drew Smith, MA LIS, USF Libraries.

    ·        The Genealogical Reference Interview, Orientation to Library Resources & Services: taught by Sue Kaufman, MLIS, Sr. Manager, Houston Public Library – Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research.

    ·        Working with Local Genealogical and Historical Societies”: panel discussion hosted by Cherie Bush, Deputy Chief Genealogical Officer for FamilySearch Intl.

    ·        Marketing the Genealogy Library: panel discussion hosted by Allison DePrey Singleton, MA, MLS, Sr. Librarian, Genealogy Center, Allen County Public Library, Fort Wayne, Indiana.  

    The CDC estimates that 20% of people age 55 years or older experience some type of mental health concern. The most common conditions include anxiety, severe cognitive impairment, and mood disorders (such as depression or bipolar disorder) - see:  https://www.cdc.gov/aging/pdf/mental_health.pdf .Research has shown that loneliness and social isolation can result in long-term negative health outcomes. Studies also illustrate the health benefits of using photos to reduce loneliness, stress, and anxiety, as well as the recollective benefits for those that suffer from early-onset of dementia, dementia, and Alzheimer’s.

    achi, Tellegacy & Vivid-Pix (ATV) Launch Academic and Business Research to Assist Aging Population 

    Vivid-Pix is also announcing ATV, a partnership with achi and Tellegacy to study and improve older adult population health. Dr. Jeremy Holloway, Assistant Professor and Director of Geriatrics Education at University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences, will lead the primary research utilizing student caregiver/senior engagement. Rick Voight, MBA, CEO, Vivid-Pix, will lead the effort on business research and Hayley Studer, CPA, FHFMA, will lead financial modeling to study how to reduce cost and improve older adult health. The inter-generational Tellegacy program helps keep older adults connected. ATV activities will integrate photos into loneliness, isolation, and reminiscence therapy research. Read research info at: “Photo Reminiscing Can Reduce Stress & Depression During Coronavirus

    Vivid-Pix at RootsTech Connect and Beyond 

    Vivid-Pix is a bronze sponsor and exhibitor of RootsTech Connect, which is being held virtually from Feb. 25-27, 2021. In addition to RootsTech Connect, Vivid-Pix is also the title sponsor of NGS Conference’s SLAM (Societies, Libraries, Archives, Museums) and Focus on Societies (genealogical societies, historical societies, and family organizations), two pillars of the five-day National Genealogical Society (NGS) virtual conference, held May 17-21, 2021. NGS and RootsTech Connect are the backbone of the genealogy community and an important source of information and knowledge for budding family historians and experts alike.  

    Vivid-Pix also recently announced the acquisition of Reunions magazine, a leading publication for reunion planning and celebration for the past 30 years. This resource provides family, class, and military reunions ideas, features, and education to connect in person and online. For more information on Vivid-Pix, see the website: www.vivid-pix.com

    About Tellegacy 

    Tellegacy is an intergenerational program created to combat loneliness and social isolation among older adults, keeping them connected and engaged through weekly phone or virtual visits with university students. As research shows, loneliness and social isolation can result in long-term negative health outcomes. Tellegacy founder, Jeremy Holloway, PhD, is determined to change that narrative with his flexible, relationship-oriented, mindfulness, goal-setting and guided imagery curriculum. In partnership with Hayley Studer, founder of achi, a holistic care management company that lowers overall expenses by actively engaging people and connecting them to organizations to address the social determinants of health, the infrastructure for which Tellegacy was built. To learn more about the Tellegacy program and how it can save lives, visit www.achi.solutions/tellegacy.
     

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     VIVID-PIX ACQUIRES REUNIONS MAGAZINE
     Vi
    vid-Pix will Help Family, Class Alumni, and Military Reunion Participants & Planners
    Relive the Past, Make New Memories, & Find New Ways to Celebrate
     

    Savannah, GA, February 18, 2021 – Vivid-Pix www.vivid-pix.com, the leading provider of AI-powered image restoration software, announced today that it has acquired Reunions magazine, a leading publication for reunion planning and celebration for the past 30 years. From its beginnings as a print magazine and expanding online, Reunions magazine provides education, resources, and event sharing – pre, during, and post the reunion event.   

    Reunions magazine will be Updated & Expanded for Easy Access to Ideas, Features, & Education 

    Vivid-Pix will operate the expanded Reunions magazine website and online magazine as a resource to assist families, class alumni, and military reunion participants relive the past and make new memories. The Reunions magazine site (https://reunionsmag.com/)  will be redesigned and updated to provide easy access to ideas, features, and education for reunions and reunion planners alike.  

    Edith Wagner, Editor and Founder of Reunions magazine, said, “We are delighted to be able to continue our long service of information, inspiration and ideas to reunions and reunion planners. Working with Vivid-Pix expands our reach with a redesigned website as well as appealing to their audience. Their services are of great interest to our readers who are always looking for new ways to celebrate. The eagerly awaited future of reunions will be bright.”  

    Vivid-Pix Provides Patented Photo Restoration Software & Education to Relive and Share Memories 

    For the past 8 years, Vivid-Pix has provided patented image improvement software and helpful education to relive and share cherished memories from yesteryear and yesterday. “Reunions are a great way to stay connected with family and friends. These events often include ‘a journey down memory lane.’ Photos provide the best way to relive these journeys and reminisce,” said Rick Voight, CEO, Vivid-Pix. “Reunions create new memories and, of course, new pictures. It’s our sincere pleasure to be working with Reunions magazine, organizations involved with reunions, and all the family and friends, as you plan, get together, and celebrate!”  

    For more information on Reunions magazine and Vivid-Pix, see www.reunionsmag.com and www.vivid-pix.com.

    About Vivid-Pix 

    Vivid-Pix RESTORE patented AI software automatically restores faded old black and white, sepia, and color photos and documents; and provides image organization, editing, and saving. Vivid-Pix recently launched a new version of RESTORE that improves a wider variety of image formats; metadata tagging for research, transcription, and sharing of family stories; and Crop/Recalculate to hone-in on specific areas that need fixing – details essential for genealogists and family historians.  

    The U.S. Patent Office has awarded two patents to Vivid-Pix for its image processing techniques used to automatically correct images. Vivid-Pix RESTORE is available for Mac and Windows for $49.99 at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/buy.html with a 10 Free-Fix Trial without a credit card required at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html. See Vivid-Pix RESTORE in action at:  https://Vivid-Pix.com/restore. For more information, see the website at: https://vivid-pix.com/.  

    Vivid-Pix was founded by Rick Voight and Randy Fredlund, who have a combined 47 years of experience from Eastman Kodak Co. They brought Kodak’s “You Press the Button, We Do the Rest” philosophy to the design of Vivid-Pix RESTORE software. For more info, see: https://vivid-pix.com/. 

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    Thomas Public Relations’ client ColdSnap featured in Rachel Ray Show! https://www.rachaelrayshow.com/video/cool-gadget-being-called-the-keurig-for-ice-cream-paper-thin-tablet-more-new-tech

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    ICLEANSE, LEADER IN CHEMICAL-FREE UV-C DISINFECTION,
    ANNOUNCES EXPANSION INTO EUROPEAN MARKET
     
    iCleanse UK Ltd is Launched with Sales Reps in Great Britain, Wales, and Scotland
    Targeting European TV & Film Industry, Hospitals, Human Relations and Consulting Firms, Construction, Commercial Business, & Other Verticals
     

    February 9, 2021, Avon, CT—iCleanse http://www.icleanse.com/, the leader in chemical-free UV-C disinfection technology for over ten years, announced today that it has expanded into the European market with iCleanse UK Ltd, growing the iCleanse 40+ sales representatives across the United States with an international sales team in the UK, including representatives in Great Britain, Wales, and Scotland. Currently used in over 100 U.S. hospitals, the iCleanse UV-C technology includes the patented Swift line of disinfection products for mobile devices and other personal items for use in hospitals, government buildings, and other businesses and homes to keep them safe and free of pathogens, such as COVID-19. 

    The iCleanse UK sales team is bringing this essential technology to Europe, starting with four representatives in the UK with diverse backgrounds from various markets where iCleanse units can be applied, including the TV and film industry, human relations, consulting firms, construction, commercial businesses, and other verticals. iCleanse UK is led by Sue Dormand, Company Director. “The UK team sees iCleanse products as leading the way forward to change the way people behave. We should all develop intrinsic behaviors that include being vigilant and following practices that prevent the transfer of bacteria, germs, and infectious pathogens which will help save lives,” said Ms. Dormand.

     

    Christophe Sailly, EVP of Global Sales, iCleanse U.S., said, “This is a great step into our plan to grow the European markets where many key UV-C players have lined up to partner with iCleanse.” iCleanse products are easy to use UV-C light technology that kills infectious pathogens from electronics and other items. Just place your items in the drawer and close the drawer; press “start,” and in thirty seconds viruses and bacteria are wiped out. iCleanse UV-C units are lab tested, made in the USA and chemical free; kill Covid-19 and disinfect in less than 30 seconds, killing 99.9% of pathogens on devices and other items.  

    Chris Allen, CEO of iCleanse, said, “I am very proud of the addition of a team in the UK. This is an exciting time to be part of the iCleanse team. We will be able to help companies and government entities remain safe and productive by stopping the spread of infectious disease, as well as the flu and the common cold.”

     

    Meet the iCleanse UK Team:

     

    Sue Dormand, Company Director iCleanse UK Team

    Sue Dormand, Company Director

     

    Sue Dormand is the Company Director of iCleanse UK Ltd. Ms. Dormand has an extensive background in HR, successfully running several HR consultancy businesses, such as accounting and dental practices, commercial flooring, hotels, construction companies, and schools.

    James Collins, Sales Representative UK iCleanse UK Team

    James Collins, Sales Representative UK

     

    James Collins has a background in construction in the retail, film, TV, and commercial businesses. He is a project manager who is well connected; enjoys meeting clients and is known for providing great customer service.

    Sarah Dormand, Sales Representative UK iCleanse UK Team

    Sarah Dormand, Sales Representative UK

     

    Sarah Dormand has a background in executive coordination and office management; and is a qualified HR Associate with strong sales skills.

     

    iCleanse UK Team

     

    About iCleanse UK

     

    iCleanse UK Ltd was incorporated in November 2020 to partner with U.S.-based iCleanse. The company’s mission is to provide iCleanse products across the United Kingdom and Europe to support businesses and households to protect people and their families, and keep businesses safe. For more information, see www.icleanse.com

     

    About iCleanse  

    Trusted by over 100 U.S. hospitals, iCleanse (formerly ReadyDock) provides chemical-free UV-C technology that kills 99.99% of Coronavirus and other pathogens and (lab tested against OC43, a surrogate of COVID-19). iCleanse offers a variety of products for every type of business and workflow. iCleanse products disinfect high touch surfaces, such as mobile phones and tablets, as well as stethoscopes, body cams, CB radios, and other items used daily. All iCleanse products are “Made in the USA.” For more information, please visit: www.icleanse.com

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    Comica Audio LogoComica Audio Traxshot

    COMICA AUDIO LAUNCHES TRAXSHOT
    FIRST TRANSFORMABLE MIC
     
    TRAXSHOT ALL-IN-ONE TRANSFORMERS-STYLE SUPER CARDIOID SHOTGUN STEREO MICROPHONE EASILY CONVERTS FROM
    MONO TO STEREO TO BI-DIRECTIONAL
     
    Traxshot Features Innovative Air-Float Shock-Absorption Design, Internal Windproof Technology,
    & .IPS Display For Real-time Monitoring of Recording Quality
    Mono, 30° & 90 ° Stereo, & Bi-directional Stereo Modes
    Ready for Vlogs, Blogs, Concerts, Podcasts, & Radio/TV Interviews – All at a Low Cost
    Comica Audio Traxshot - at concert Comica Audio Traxshot Photo - corporate video Comica Audio Traxshot Photo - podcast interview

                                                               Concerts                                             Corporate Videos                            Podcasts & Interviews

     

    January 8, 2021, Shenzhen, China-- Comica Audio www.comica-audio.com, a leading professional broadcast level audio company, launched today TraxshotTM, the first transformable TransformersTM-styled professional broadcast Mic, a patent pending portable all-in-one super cardioid shotgun microphone that changes shape to switch modes as you need them, with multi-modes for mono, two-level stereo, and bi-directional for all cameras and smartphones. Traxshot is perfect for a variety of uses, such as podcasts, special events, music videos, and corporate video shooting; travel, concerts, and outdoor videos; voiceovers, influencer and micro-videos, TV/radio interviews, and vlogs, as well as professional shooting -- all at a low cost. Based on the Chevrolet TraxTM concept car from the Transformers movie, The Traxshot name signifies its sophisticated mode-switching capability, much like a Transformer. 

    Traxshot’s three sound pickup modes include Mono Mode for vlogs and interviews; two Stereo Modes (30° & 90 °) for recording ambient sound, the outdoors, parties, and music; and Front and Rear Modes for recording two people for interviews. In addition, with Real-time Monitoring, the microphone’s status can be constantly monitored through the headphones so you always know that your recordings are high-quality. 

    Innovative Air-Float Shock-Absorption Design & Internal Windproof Technology  

    Featuring a major innovation and breakthrough in technology, Traxshot’s innovative Air-Float Shock-Absorption design absorbs shock in all directions (front and back) for the clearest audio with Internal Windproof Technology that significantly reduces wind recording noise for clear recordings for interviews, voiceovers, and other recordings in noisy environments. The mic’s high directionality also provides clearer sound capture at a distance for concerts and other long distance recordings, as well ambient sound recordings, such as at the sounds of seagulls and crashing waves at the beach or birds and other wildlife at a forest hike. Lightweight and portable to bring everywhere, Traxshot weighs 4.5 ounces, with dimensions of 4.8” x 2.5” x 2.4” (122mm x 65mm x 62mm).

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    Traxshot Modes  

    Traxshot Features:

    ·        Multi-modes switching: Mono, Two-level Stereo, Bi-directional Modes to meet different needs.

    o       Mono mic records a single sound source for micro-video, vlog shooting and interviews:

    §         Dual mics overlap sound sources to provide a more stable frequency response and uniform output sound source.

    o       Two-level stereo: records two different sound sources through two separate mics.

    §         30° stereo (V-type stereo) for use with a standard 35mm camera lens with shooting formats of 300° to 330° to record the equivalent stereo width.   

    §         90° stereo (most common mic position "X/Y" layout) captures a wider range of sounds with more balanced recordings for recording ambient sound, parties, and concerts, etc.

    o       Bi-directional front and rear pickup: microphone picks up the front and rear sound sources for interviews, podcasts, etc.

    ·        Innovative Air-float Shock-absorption design:  absorbs shock in all directions.

    ·        High resolution .IPS display, Visual Power, and Sound Pickup Modes.

    ·        Stepless Gain Control, Real-time Monitoring and Low Cut Filter Switch: Stepless Gain Control by rotating the dial and real-time monitoring of the microphone’s status through headphones.

    ·        Internal Windproof design and high density windscreen muffs effectively filter wind noise: significantly reduces wind recording noise for the clearest sound.

    ·        For universal use with all cameras and smartphones: equipped with TRS-TRS, TRS-TRRS output cables for simple Plug and Play operation.

    ·        Supports USB-C:  to upgrade the system, transfer files, and recharge batteries.

    ·        Built-in rechargeable Lithium battery.

    ·        Full metal super shielding design: full metal construction for better shielding, stable and durability.

    ·        Light-weight and portable: weighs 4.5 ounces, with dimensions of 4.8” x 2.5” x 2.4” (122mm x 65mm x 62mm). 

    Traxshot Tech Specs:

    Traxshot Tech Specs

    Comica Audio Traxshot Photo - vlog

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    Pricing and Availability 

    Traxshot is available January 8, 2021 priced at $179 from Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08PCVWXRJ. It comes with the Traxshot, carrying case, 3.5mm TRS-TRS audio cable, 3.5mm TRS-TRRS audio cable, USB-C charging cable, windshield muffs, and manual. For more information, see the website: www.comica-audio.com, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comicaaudiotech, Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/comica_audio/  

    About Comica Audio 

    Founded in 2012, CoMica Technology Co., LTD (Comica Audio) is a leading professional broadcast level audio company at consumer prices. Comica Audio produces their own product R&D, manufacturing, and sales in-house with products including professional wired and wireless microphones, accessories, audio interfaces, and mixers. Comica Audio is one of the best known audio brands, with products sold worldwide including the U.S., Canada, Europe, South America, the Middle East; with all products awarded CE, ROHS certifications.  For more information, see the website: www.comica-audio.com


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    Vlog: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/comicaaudiotraxshotvlog.html

     

    Traxshot is a Trademark of Comica Audia. Transformers is a trademark of Hasbro, Inc. Chevrolet Trax is a trademark of General Motors.

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    STAY SAFE AND CONNECTED THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
    WITH FREE FAMILY HISTORY & FAMILY REUNION TUTORIAL VIDEOS PROVIDED BY EXPERTS
     
    Shaking Hands, Hugs, & Kisses Will Have to Wait, but Smiles, Laughter, and Excitement Don’t Have to!
     
    “Gathering Traditions” Tutorial Videos Show How to Connect While Distant
    Classes by: Kenyatta D. Berry from PBS, Reunions Magazine, DearMYRTLE, and Cousin Russ

     

    Savannah, GA, December 9, 2020 – Vivid-Pix www.vivid-pix.com, the leading provider of AI-powered image restoration software, is partnering with Kenyatta D. Berry from PBS, Reunions Magazine, DearMYRTLE, and Cousin Russ to provide free, valuable how-to information that will keep friends and family safe and connected this holiday season. Reunion and genealogy experts have created this education series so the young and young at heart can be together through virtual gatherings and reunions, as well as create genealogy interviews and capture traditions to hand down to future generations. 

    The holidays are going to be different this year due to CDC social distancing guidelines and gathering restrictions. Vivid-Pix has an answer to help stay connected: hold these events virtually and create time capsules with Vivid-Pix’sGathering Traditions,” easy-to-implement tutorials at: https://vivid-pix.com/education.html to safely gather, relive past holiday gatherings, and record for future reminiscing.  

    Vivid-Pix Gathering Traditions “How To” Tutorials Cover a Wide Range of Topics 

    Vivid-Pix Gathering Traditions online education teaches how to connect, both literally and emotionally. Classes at https://vivid-pix.com/education.html include step by step directions on:

    ·        How to use Zoom.

    ·        How to engage young and young at heart to ensure involvement.

    ·        How to record today’s feelings for tomorrow’s reminiscing.

    ·        How to share a picture on Zoom and relive yesteryear’s fun and laughter.

    ·        How to use Gallery View to capture conversations and Speaker View to record individual feelings.

    ·        How to improve and reminisce using cherished photo memories. 

    Experts: Vivid-Pix, Kenyatta D. Berry from PBS, Reunions Magazine, & Dear Myrtle Create Online Gatherings 

    Edith Wagner, Reunions Magazine’s editor, has been on the frontline of countless events cancelled and postponed. She said, “Reunions and gatherings of all kinds have been upended this year. Deprived of physical contact, reunions cleverly found a way to ‘gather’ on Zoom and now you can, too. Shaking hands, hugs, and kisses will have to wait, but smiles, laughter, and excitement don’t have to!” 

    As host of the Genealogy Roadshow on PBS, Kenyatta D. Berry has brought genealogy into the homes of millions. “Family stories and oral history is often critical and one of the most enjoyable parts of the genealogy journey. It’s important to interview older family members, close relatives, and family friends. While we are at home, this is a great time to use technology for these interviews, to discover new family stories and share photographs. I hope this education series inspires everyone to create their own time capsule,” described Kenyatta D. Berry. 

    DearMYRTLE and Cousin Russ have helped genealogy societies, institutes, and individuals with their research journey through Zoom education. “During this time of social distancing, fun family stories and traditions can be shared and recorded via Zoom. Why not create virtual time capsules and save the recordings for future generations?” said Pat Richley-Erickson, DearMYRTLE. “Photographs, traditions, and reminiscing can be shared, so that these stories that might otherwise be lost can brighten our lives today and enrich the lives of future generations tomorrow.” 

    Discovering Your Roots Can Brighten the Holidays and Enrich Future Generations’ Lives –

    Vivid-Pix Image Restoration Software is an Essential Component to Learning about Your Past 

    “By learning from renowned reunion and genealogy experts, this education series can be used for virtual reunions and gatherings, as well as creating genealogy interviews and capturing traditions to hand down to future generations.” described Rick Voight, CEO, Vivid-Pix, creator of the leading image restoration software. “Restoring the color and contrast of treasured photographs is essential to learning about the past and reliving these moments.” 

    About Vivid-Pix 

    Vivid-Pix RESTORE patented AI software automatically restores faded old black and white, sepia, and color photos and documents; and provides image organization, editing, and saving. Vivid-Pix recently launched a new version of RESTORE that improves a wider variety of image formats; metadata tagging for research, transcription, and sharing of family stories; and Crop/Recalculate to hone-in on specific areas that need fixing – details essential for genealogists and family historians.  

    The U.S. Patent Office has awarded two patents to Vivid-Pix for its image processing techniques used to automatically correct images. The new version of Vivid-Pix RESTORE is available now for Mac and Windows for $49.99 at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/buy.html with a 10 Free-Fix Trial without a credit card required at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html. See Vivid-Pix RESTORE in action at:  https://Vivid-Pix.com/restore. For more information, see the website at: https://vivid-pix.com/. 

     

    Vivid-Pix was founded by Rick Voight and Randy Fredlund, who have a combined 47 years of experience from Eastman Kodak Co. They brought Kodak’s “You Press the Button, We Do the Rest” philosophy to the design of Vivid-Pix RESTORE AI software. For more info, see: https://vivid-pix.com/.


    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com
     
    Video - Rick Voight and Kenyatta D. Berry Gathering Traditions Interview: https://vimeo.com/488180766
     
    Time capsule training info:
    Free trial RESTORE download:  https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html
    RESTORE demo: https://vimeo.com/460360543  and https://Vivid-Pix.com/restore
    Vivid-Pix Education: https://Vivid-Pix.com/education
    Website: https://vivid-pix.com/
     
    Photos:
    Zoom Screen on Monitor: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixzoom.html
    Holiday Photo – before: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixholidayphotobefore.html
    Holiday Photo – after: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixholidayphotoafter.html  
    Family reunion photo – before Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixfamilyreunionbefore.html 
    Family reunion photo – after Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixfamilyreunionafter.html
    Vivid-Pix Buy One/Gift One for the Holidays: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixholidays.html
    Children next to Fireplace – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixchildrennexttofireplace.html
    Anderson Murphy Before-After: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixmurphybeforeafter.html 
    Recalculated Cropped Stamp Before-After: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixstampbeforeafter.html
    Vivid-Pix Parade Photos - Before & After: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixparade.html 
    RESTORE overview graphic: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixrestoreoverview.html
    Baby – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixbabyphoto.html
    Vivid-Pix Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixlogo.html
     


     

     

    ColdSnap™ LogoColdSnap in business

     

    NEW COLDSNAP FOR BUSINESS LAUNCHED --
    ICE CREAM APPLIANCE FOR BUSINESS & CONVENIENCE STORES  
     
    RAPID FREEZING TECHNOLOGY PROVIDES SINGLE-SERVE PREMIUM ICE CREAM IN A FEW SECONDS
      
    ColdSnap is Perk for Employees & Customers or to Generate Revenue
    Produces Amazing Tasting On Demand Ice Cream, Frozen Cocktails, Frozen Yogurt, Frozen Coffee, & Smoothies in Just 60 to 90 seconds
    No Mess/No Refrigeration Pods for Individual Servings in a Variety of Flavors
     

    December 10, 2020, Billerica, MA – Sigma Phase, Corp. announced today ColdSnap™ for Business, a rapid freezing appliance with personalized single servings of premium ice cream, frozen yogurt, frozen cocktails, smoothies, and frozen coffee in about 90 seconds. ColdSnap for Business is a Keurig/Nespresso-style machine for ice cream and other frozen confections that lets stores and businesses offer their customers and employees delicious frozen confections in individualized servings, on-the-spot, free of messy preparation and cleanup.  

    Ideal for Convenience Stores, Airports, Spas, Car Dealers, Hotels, Offices, Breakrooms, Cafeterias in Hospitals and Universities & Other Businesses – No Plumbing or Installation Needed 

    Perfect as an employee or customer perk/incentive or to generate revenue through the continuous sale of pods, the ColdSnap for Business machine uses its patented Rapid Freezing Technology to instantly freeze ambient temperature product in single-serving recyclable ColdSnap Pods. Businesses, such as convenience stores, airports, spas, car dealers, hotels, caterers, and other offices and businesses, can quickly place a ColdSnap machine on a table, desk, or countertop without the need for installation. No freezing, preparation, cartridges, filters, clean up, or plumbing is required -- as is currently needed with other frozen confection and beverage machines.  

    Made for Continuous Heavy Duty Commercial Use – No Re-Cooling Needed 

    ColdSnap for Business is robustly made for heavy duty continuous commercial use. The ColdSnap system produces multiple consecutive frozen confections without requiring a time-consuming re-cooling phase. The machine accepts shelf-stable, ambient temperature ColdSnap Pods, then repeatedly freezes and dispenses the contents of the Pods. To set up, simply place the ColdSnap machine on a table or countertop;  plug the system into an electric socket; insert the desired ColdSnap Pod; and follow the on-screen instructions. In approximately 90 seconds, your clients, customers, or employees will enjoy delicious ice cream for an enjoyable pick-me-up.  

     ColdSnap in office2 ColdSnap in office3

    ColdSnap Frozen Yogurt at a Law office

     40% Smaller Ice Crystals than Store Bought for Amazing Tasting Ice Cream –

    Eliminates Traditional Cold Supply Chain 

    ColdSnap’s cutting-edge freezing technology creates micro-sized ice crystals that are 40% smaller than store-bought products, guaranteeing ColdSnap’s amazing taste and the smoothest texture possible. Since ColdSnap Pods are shelf-stable and can be shipped at ambient temperature, the system is independent of the expensive, unreliable, and environmentally unfriendly cold chain that is in current use to bring factory-frozen ice cream and other frozen products to market. Through the ColdSnap system, ice cream can now be shipped directly to stores and offices without the use of dry ice or cold storage, reducing the costs traditionally associated with shipping frozen ice cream.  

    Availability 

    ColdSnap for Business machines and Pods will be available for purchase through the ColdSnap website at www.ColdSnap.com and at select retail locations. In addition to the business version, a ColdSnap version will also be available for home use. Other food and beverage categories will be introduced in 2021. For more information, please see www.ColdSnap.com, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColdSnap-104363091390945, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coldsnap_delight/, LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/coldsnaptech/

    The ColdSnap Story  

    When nightly bedtime stories grew dull for Matt Fonte and his two daughters, they decided to swap magic tree house and fairytale princess books for a more creative past-time: invention journals. Topping the list of potential inventions: a better ice cream machine for at-home use without all the hassle. His daughters envisioned a Keurig®-style machine that could generate ice cream immediately without a mess. This inspired Fonte, a serial entrepreneur, who saw great potential in the idea.  

    To execute this invention, Fonte formed Sigma Phase, Corp. in October 2018 in Massachusetts, with the singular objective to transform the way frozen confections were produced, transported, purchased, and enjoyed. The Company has assembled a first-class team, and together, they are moving quickly to create something exciting that doesn’t exist on the market today. ColdSnap’s patented technology has the promise to disrupt the massive global ice cream market with its delicious, personalized, frozen confectionery experience, including in geographies where the cold chain is weak and unreliable.  For more information, please see the website: www.ColdSnap.com.

    -- Indulge with ColdSnap, the Revolutionary System --

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    Website: http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com 
     
    ColdSnap Video:
    https://youtu.be/9hRlwswgU7I 
    ColdSnap Photos:
    All: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/14MPVWkmRCGfxmfSUxtTzbXcWlYMCDG3H?usp=sharing 
    ColdSnap in business: https://mcusercontent.com/fdc54bb7eb51ad9ea6bcb705e/_compresseds/689277a4-aa55-4904-a7c6-a8c7b2cfcffd.jpg 
    Coldsnap Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnaplogo.html  
    ColdSnap2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnap2.html  
    ColdSnap: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnap.html 
    ColdSnap at pool: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapatpool.html 
    ColdSnap dispensing ice cream: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapdispensing.html  
    ColdSnap ice cream and Pods: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnappods.html 
    ColdSnap in car dealership: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapcar.html 
    ColdSnap in car dealership2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapdealership2.html  
    ColdSnap in office: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapoffice.html 
    ColdSnap in office2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapoffice2.html 
    ColdSnap in office3: https://mcusercontent.com/fdc54bb7eb51ad9ea6bcb705e/_compresseds/96dfd102-4508-47e5-817e-68380e7beba8.jpg 
    ColdSnap at law office: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnaplawoffice.html  
    ColdSnap Pod: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnappod2.html  
    ColdSnap recycling: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnaprecycling.html 
    ColdSnap selecting: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapselecting.html     
    ColdSnap smoothies: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapsmoothies.html 
    ColdSnap with frozen cocktails: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapcocktails.html 
    ColdSnap frozen coffee2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapcoffee2.html 
    ColdSnap frozen coffee: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapcoffee.html 
    ColdSnap eating: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapeating.html 
    ColdSnap inserting Pod in machine: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapinsertingpod.html 
     
     

    ColdSnapTM is a trademark of Sigma Phase, Corp. Keurig® is a registered trademark of Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. Nespresso is a trademark of Nestlé Nespresso S.A. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.


     

    iCleanse Logo    

    iCleanse Swift - in hair salon

    iCleanse Swift in Hair Salon    

     
    ICLEANSE, LEADER IN CHEMICAL-FREE UV-C DISINFECTION,
    ANNOUNCES NEW SMALLER MOBILE DISINFECTION PRODUCTS
    FOR DEVICES
     
    New Patented Swift & Swift Mini Chemical-Free Disinfection Products
    Are 2/3rd the Size of Original Version for More Portability & Versatility
    Kills 99.99% of Pathogens, like COVID-19, in as Little as 30 Seconds
     
    Disinfects Multiple Devices Simultaneously: Mobile Phones, Tablets, Body Cams, CB Radios, Stethoscopes, Hair Brushes, & Other Personal Items for Use in Hospitals, Government Buildings, First Responders, Airports, Salons, & Other Businesses
     

    November 17, 2020, Avon, CT—iCleanse http://www.icleanse.com/ (formerly ReadyDock), the leader in chemical-free UV-C disinfection technology for over ten years, announced today the Swift and Swift Mini, two new patented chemical-free UV-C disinfection products for mobile devices and other personal items for use in hospitals, government buildings, and other businesses. Similar to the original popular Swift XL disinfection unit, but with a much smaller footprint, the Swift and Swift Mini kills  99.99% of pathogens, like COVID-19, in as little as 30 seconds. At two-thirds the size of the Swift XL, the Swift and Swift mini are much more portable and versatile for hospitals and businesses that don’t have available space to sanitize devices.  

    Easy-to-Use Interface Quickly Disinfects Multiple Devices & Items 

    Equipped with the same UV-C technology as the Swift XL, the small Swift Mini, at only 15.5 inches wide and Swift, at only 20 inches wide, quickly disinfect multiple mobile phones and large-sized tablets simultaneously, as well as bulkier electronics and personal items, such as body cams, CB radios, stethoscopes, hair brushes, and more. Simple to use, the new units are equipped with an easy to navigate user interface to quickly start disinfection cycles or customize cycle times. The software even notifies you when it’s time to replace the UV-C lamps, ensuring that devices are always properly disinfected.  

    iCleanse Swift - in office

    iCleanse Swift in Office

     iCleanse Swift iCleanse Swift Mini

        New iCleanse Swift                                                         New iCleanse Swift Mini

     

    “Our goal is to deploy our UV-C disinfection devices across the country,” said Chris Allen, CEO of iCleanse. “Having these different sized units will enable us to step into many new markets, while keeping essential workers safe during this pandemic.” 

    Available in December, the patented, UL-certified iCleanse Swift disinfection units have a measurement of 20” x 17.5” x 8.75” for the Swift and 15.5” x 17.5” x 11” for the Swift Mini, and are available through the iCleanse website at www.icleanse.com.   

    About iCleanse  

    Trusted by over 100 U.S. hospitals, iCleanse (formerly ReadyDock) provides chemical-free UV-C technology that kills 99.99% of Coronavirus and other pathogens (lab tested against OC43, a surrogate of COVID-19). iCleanse offers a variety of products for every type of business and workflow. iCleanse products disinfect high touch surfaces, such as mobile phones and tablets, as well as stethoscopes, body cams, CB radios, and other items used daily. All iCleanse products are “Made in the USA.” For more information, please visit: www.icleanse.com.   

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    Website: http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com
     
    Photos:
    iCleanse Swift: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanseswift.html 
    iCleanse Swift Mini: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanseswiftmini.html 
    iCleanse Swift - in hair salon: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanseswiftsalon.html 
    iCleanse Swift - in office: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanseswiftoffice.html 
    iCleanse Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanselogo.html 
     
     

     


     

    Vivid-Pix Logo        Holiday Photo - beforeHoliday Photo - after

           Holiday Photo - Before            After Vivid-Pix

    VIVID-PIX HELPS FAMILIES & FRIENDS SAFELY CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS
    AND CREATE HOLIDAY TIME CAPSULES
     
    Vivid-Pix “Gathering Traditions” Shows How to Connect While Distant
    Create Holiday & Reunion Time Capsules for Genealogy & Reminiscence
     
    Vivid-Pix BOGO Buy One/Gift One for Free Holiday Promo
    Lets You Give the Gift of Restored Memories 
     

    Savannah, GA, November 10, 2020 – Vivid-Pix www.vivid-pix.com, the leading provider of AI-powered image restoration software, understands that Thanksgiving and the holidays are not going to be the same this year, with families and friends unable to get together or share holiday traditions physically due to CDC social distancing guidelines and travel quarantine restrictions. Vivid-Pix has an answer to help stay connected: hold these events virtually and create time capsules with Vivid-Pix’sGathering Traditions,” easy-to-implement tutorials at: https://vivid-pix.com/education.html to relive past holiday gatherings and for future reminiscing.  

    Vivid-Pix Educational Tutorials on Creating Time Capsules 

    Vivid-Pix Gathering Traditions online education teaches how to create holiday and reunion time capsules for genealogy and reminiscence at: https://vivid-pix.com/education.html. Classes include step by step directions on:

    ·        How to use Zoom.

    ·        How to record today’s feelings for tomorrow’s reminiscing.

    ·        How to share an image on Zoom and relive yesteryear’s fun and laughter.

    ·        Using Gallery View to capture togetherness conversations.

    ·        Using Speaker View to record individual feelings.

    ·        How to “interview” older family members to ensure involvement and engagement.

    ·        Fun activities for young and young at heart to enjoy remotely by Zoom or when physically together.

    ·        How to improve cherished photo memories.

    Vivid-Pix, Reunions Magazine, Dear Myrtle, and Kenyatta D. Berry, PBS Create Virtual Reunions and Time Capsule Education 

    Vivid-Pix is partnering with Kenyatta D. Berry, Reunions Magazine, DearMYRTLE, and Cousin Russ to provide free, valuable how-to information.  “These tools will help families during the holidays and create time capsules for past and future connectedness,” said Rick Voight, CEO, Vivid-Pix. “By working with reunion and genealogy experts, this education series can be used for virtual reunions and gatherings, as well as creating genealogy interviews and capturing traditions to hand down to future generations.” 

    Perfect Time to Use Technology to Discover New Family Stories  

    As host of the Genealogy Roadshow on PBS, Kenyatta D. Berry has brought genealogy into the homes of millions. “Family stories and oral history is often critical and one of the most enjoyable parts of the genealogy journey. It’s important to interview older family members, close relatives, and family friends. While we are at home, this is a great time to use technology for these interviews, to discover new family stories and share photographs. I hope this education series inspires everyone to create their own time capsule,” described Kenyatta D. Berry.   

    DearMYRTLE and Cousin Russ have helped genealogy societies, institutes, and individuals with their research journey through Zoom education. “During this time of social distancing, fun family stories and traditions can be shared and recorded via Zoom. Why not create virtual time capsules and save the recordings for future generations?” said Pat Richley-Erickson, DearMYRTLE. “Photographs, traditions, and reminiscing can be shared, so that these stories that might otherwise be lost can brighten our lives today and enrich the lives of future generations tomorrow.” 

    Discovering Your Roots Can Brighten the Holidays and Enrich Future Generations’ Lives 

    Edith Wagner, Reunions Magazine’s editor, has been on the frontline of countless events cancelled and postponed. She said, “Reunions and gatherings of all kinds have been upended this year and we don’t know how long it will last. Deprived of physical contact, reunions cleverly found a way to ‘gather’ on Zoom and now you, too, can learn these techniques to assemble your family or group in substitute reunions. Shaking hands, hugs, and kisses will have to wait, but smiles, laughter, and excitement don’t have to!”

    Vivid-Pix Buy One - Gift One for the Holidays 2020

    Vivid-Pix BOGO Buy One/Gift One for Free – Great Gift for the Holidays 

    In addition, in order to provide a fun holiday activity, relive past holiday memories, and provide a great gift for yourself and loved ones, Vivid-Pix is offering a Buy One/Gift One Promo for Vivid-Pix RESTORE photo and document restoration software. With a purchase of RESTORE Windows/Mac software for $49.99, Vivid-Pix will send a free gift coupon of the software so you can send to a friend or family member and together you can share the gift of memories for the holidays. For more information:  https://vivid-pix.com/bogo-restore.  

    New Version of RESTORE Launched - AI Powered Vivid-Pix RESTORE Restoration Software Fixes Images with Just One Click 

    Vivid-Pix RESTORE patented AI software automatically restores faded old black and white, sepia, and color photos and documents; and provides image organization, editing, and saving. Now available, Vivid-Pix just launched a new version of RESTORE in September 2020 that improves a wider variety of image formats; metadata tagging for research, transcription, and sharing of family stories; and Crop/Recalculate to hone in on specific areas that need fixing – details essential for genealogists and family historians.  

    The U.S. Patent Office has awarded two patents to Vivid-Pix for its image processing techniques used to automatically correct images. The new version of Vivid-Pix RESTORE is available now for Mac and Windows for $49.99 at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/buy.html  with a 10 Free-Fix Trial without a credit card required at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html. See Vivid-Pix RESTORE in action at:  https://Vivid-Pix.com/restore. For more information, see the website at: https://vivid-pix.com/.

    About Vivid-Pix 

    Vivid-Pix was founded by Rick Voight and Randy Fredlund, who have a combined 47 years of experience from Eastman Kodak Co. They brought Kodak’s “You Press the Button, We Do the Rest” philosophy to the design of Vivid-Pix RESTORE AI software. For more info, see: https://vivid-pix.com/.

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com
     
    Time capsule training info:
    Free trial RESTORE download:  https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html
    RESTORE demo: https://vimeo.com/460360543 and https://Vivid-Pix.com/restore
    Vivid-Pix Education: https://Vivid-Pix.com/education
    Website: https://vivid-pix.com/
     
    Photos:
    Holiday Photo – before: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixholidayphotobefore.html
    Holiday Photo – after: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixholidayphotoafter.html 
    Family reunion photo – before Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixfamilyreunionbefore.html 
    Family reunion photo – after Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixfamilyreunionafter.html
    Vivid-Pix Buy One/Gift One for the Holidays: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixholidays.html
    Children next to Fireplace – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixchildrennexttofireplace.html
    Anderson Murphy Before-After: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixmurphybeforeafter.html 
    Recalculated Cropped Stamp Before-After: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixstampbeforeafter.html
    Vivid-Pix Parade Photos - Before & After: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixparade.html 
    RESTORE overview graphic: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixrestoreoverview.html
    Baby – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixbabyphoto.html
    Vivid-Pix Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixlogo.html
     


     

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    FEIYUTECH AK2000C LOW-COST PROFESSIONAL GIMBAL
    FOR DIGITAL CAMERAS
    NOW AVAILABLE FOR HOLIDAY GIFTS

    FeiyuTech AK2000C Gimbal - dancing photo FeiyuTech AK2000C Gimbal - back

    For Professional Anti-Shake Videos & Photos
    Easy to Use One-Touch OLED Screen Controls - No App Needed 
    W7 Precision Control Algorithm, Time Lapse, Selfie, White Balance, ISO, Exposure Modes, & 360°
    7 Hour Battery Life with 1 Hour Boost Charging
     

    November 12, 2020, Guilin, China -- FeiyuTech www.feiyu-tech.com, a leader in video stabilization technology, announced today that the new AK2000C light-weight affordable professional gimbal for digital cameras with professional anti-shake is shipping now, available for holiday gifts. Featuring an exclusive easy-to-use OLED one touch screen with no app needed; with modes for time lapse, selfie mode, white balance, ISO, exposure compensation, 360° pan, and industry leading W7 precision control algorithm,  the AK2000C Gimbal provides guaranteed steady blur-free videos and photos -- at an affordable price.

     FeiyuTech AK2000C - travel photography FeiyuTech Gimbal - stand

    FeiyuTech AK2000C Gimbal – Travel Photography

    Works with Most Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Digital Cameras and DSLR & Lens Combos 

    Perfect for professional and amateur photographers, videographers, and vloggers/bloggers, the FeiyuTech Gimbal works all day, with a long 7 hour battery life, 1 hour boost charging and continuous charging capability. It can hold up to approximately 5 lbs (2.2 kg) in camera and lens weight for use with most mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras and lenses, including the Sony a7 III, FUJIFILM X-T3, Nikon Z7, and even DSLR camera and lens combinations, such as the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV. All modules are adjustable and have calibration arrow markings for easy recording. Made of aerospace aluminum alloy, and lightweight at 2½ lbs (1078g), the gimbal is elegantly designed, small, portable, and convenient, with a sleek pearl wood handle and quick release three-axis mechanical lock. 

    New AK2000C Gimbal Features:

    ·        Professional anti-shake performance: industrial-leading W7 precision control algorithm guarantees stable and smooth performance.

    ·        Load capacity: holds up to almost 5 lbs (2.2 kg) in camera and lens weight and can be used with most mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras.

    ·        7 hour battery life with 1 hour boost charging: can be continuously charged during high-intensity work.

    ·        Exclusive OLED touchscreen, one touch user-friendly for novices: touchscreen makes all functions and modes easy to use with no app needed.

    ·        360° Pan: takes videos of the whole the scene; great for sporting events, weddings, parties, and real estate use.

    ·        One-touch functions: start, auto-rotation, time-lapse, selfies, vertical shooting, white balance, ISO, and exposure compensation.

    ·        Lightweight aluminum alloy, 3-axis lock, and quick release folding: small, portable, and convenient.

    ·        Compact Size: dimensions when folded of 2.7” x 8.1” x 13.6” (68.8mm x 208.2mm x 347.8mm).

    ·        Affordable: $229.

    FeiyuTech AK2000C - selfie with artwork photo

    FeiyuTech AK2000C Gimbal – Selfie with Artwork

    Availability 

    The FeiyuTech AK2000C Gimbal is available through Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08J46B1V9 and FeiyuTech at: https://store.feiyu-tech.com/products/ak2000c, priced at $229. For more information, see the website: https://www.feiyu-tech.com/ak2000c/

    About FeiyuTech 

    Feiyu Technology Incorporated Co., Ltd, established in 2007, is a leader in video stabilization technology. The company manufactures drones, handheld gimbals, and action cameras. Headquartered in Guilin, China, with more than 500 employees, FeiyuTech also has professional R&D, marketing, and manufacturing centers in Shenzhen and Guilin, China. With products sold to over 130 countries around the world, the company is recognized by consumers as a quality brand -- the first gimbal brand to enter the Apple Store. The company’s partners include Tencent Wesee and Huawei, among others. All FeiyuTech products pass CE, FCC.ROHS., and many other certifications. 

    FeiyuTech’s top industry talent consists of a passionate group of young people with dreams. The company combines tradition and trends with vision and innovation to encourage FeiyuTech’s team to expand and maintain their creativity. On the road to future innovations, FeiyuTech continuously strives to offer the best user experience to customers all over the world. For more information, see the website: http://www.feiyu-tech.com/, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/feiyutech, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feiyutech/, LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/feiyutech/.  

     
    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    Phone: (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    Website: http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com 
     
    Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oCP9uVDa2gI
     
    Photos:
    FeiyuTech AK2000C Gimbal - all: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/lhh4fn8ci550840/AAADbJe98Wiz_Q9TKCjmRsVsa?dl=0 
    FeiyuTech AK2000C Gimbal – dancing: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechak2000cdancing.html
    FeiyuTech AK2000C - travel photography: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechak2000ctravel.html 
    FeiyuTech AK2000C - selfie with artwork: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechak2000cartwork.html 
    FeiyuTech AK2000C Gimbal: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechgimbal.html  
    FeiyuTech AK2000C Gimbal – back: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechgimbalback.html 
    Lifestyle ad photographer: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechgimballifestyle.html 
    Lifestyle skateboarding vlogger: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechskateboarding.html  
    Lifestyle - all: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/6afjroaq7bgxfaa/AABVgeRWLfsdgpqaiLOvSbiYa?dl=0 
    FeiyuTech Gimbal – stand: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechgimbalstand.html  
    https://www.dropbox.com/sh/i3whwhydeckag0x/AAAWvA0AqGjWNEBwBpvF1nxda?dl=0 
    FeiyuTech AK2000C Family Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechak2000cfamily.html  
    FeiyuTech Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechlogo.html 
    FeiyuTech Logo - all: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/wvxc27ane9al81j/AAAoCDvPsGND57ZD4wPhj84Ma?dl=0

     

     



     

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    LEADERS IN UV DECONTAMINATION, SURFACIDE AND ICLEANSE, 
    JOIN FORCES TO COMBAT SPREAD OF COVID-19 IN
    HOSPITALS & HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENTS
     
    Med-Tech Companies Partner to Provide Chemical-Free Hospital-Grade UV Decontamination Technology to Protect Healthcare and Frontline Workers
     

    Waukesha, WI and Avon, CT – October 29, 2020 -- Surfacide®, the leader in UV-C room decontamination, announced today its partnership with iCleanse, the leader in UV-C personal device decontamination, to combat the spread of COVID-19 in hospitals and healthcare environments and help protect essential healthcare and frontline workers in their workplace environments. Taking a multi-tiered approach to UV decontamination in healthcare and hospital facilities, this partnership will provide chemical-free hospital-grade UV-C technology critical to safeguarding those on the frontline to help combat this pandemic.  

    As the category leader in UV-C room decontamination and the world’s first and only patented, multiple-emitter UV-C system to safely reduce harmful bacteria and virus from hospital and patient environments, Surfacide recognizes the importance of adding innovative technologies to address disinfecting personal electronic devices commonly used in healthcare that are traveling from room to room, such as cell phones, tablets, and pagers. iCleanse’s patented technology complements Surfacide by offering a patented UV solution that effectively kills pathogens on personal electronic devices highly contaminated with bacteria and virus.

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    iCleanse Swift 5X

     

    iCleanse Product Line to be Distributed by Surfacide

    The iCleanse product line consists of multiple device sizes, including the Swift XL and Swift 5X, which are engineered to control the disinfection process and adaptable to a variety of locations throughout the healthcare facility. As the exclusive partner of the iCleanse product line in the healthcare market, Surfacide will distribute iCleanse disinfection products complementary to Surfacide’s Helios triple emitter UV-C system. 

    “We are excited to announce Surfacide’s partnership with iCleanse during these critical times when healthcare workers need hospital-grade decontamination technology they can trust,” said Gunner Lyslo, Founder and CEO of Surfacide. “Essential workers and patients need to be protected from viruses and bacteria that cause serious infections, including COVID-19. Our partnership with iCleanse provides additional key tools that are so critically needed during the pandemic.” 

    Chris Allen, CEO of iCleanse added, “We have a huge opportunity to showcase the effectiveness of our product, while we are all in this fight together to return to some normalcy after months of fighting the pandemic. Partnering with Surfacide will greatly help in protecting hospital staff, patients and visitors as we battle COVID-19.” 

    About Surfacide 

    Surfacide LLC and Surfacide Manufacturing Inc. are located in Waukesha, WI and produce multiple emitter UV-C systems. Surfacide is the only patented triple emitter UV-C system, providing the most efficient and flexible solution in the fight against viruses and bacteria that cause hospital-acquired infections. Hundreds of hospitals worldwide are using Surfacide technology to provide an extra layer of protection for patients and healthcare workers. Surfacide’s evidence-based UV-C solution reaches more surfaces, reduces shadowed areas, and requires less labor for a quicker turnaround time and better efficacy. Learn more about Surfacide by visiting https://surfacide.com or calling (844)-390-3538. 

    About iCleanse 

    iCleanse (formerly ReadyDock) is trusted by over 100 U.S. hospitals. The company's chemical-free UV-C technology kills pathogens similar to COVID-19. Designed with clinicians and patients in mind, iCleanse offers a range of products for every workflow. iCleanse products disinfect high touch surfaces, such as mobile phones and tablets, as well as stethoscopes, ID badges, keycards, and many other items used daily. For more information, please visit: https://icleanse.com/.  


    iCleanse Agency Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    Website: http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com
     
    Photos:
    iCleanse Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanselogo.html 
    iCleanse Swift 5x: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleanseswift5xopen.html
    Surfacide Press Kit: HERE

     


     

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     FEIYUTECH LAUNCHES AK2000C AFFORDABLE PROFESSIONAL GIMBAL
    FOR DIGITAL CAMERAS --
    LETS EVERYONE BECOME A PROFESSIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHER
     
    Guarantees Steady Blur-free Videos & Photos with Exclusive OLED Touchscreen Design
    One Touch Touchscreen Controls for Easy Operation - No App Needed 
    Professional Anti-Shake with W7 Precision Control Algorithm, Time Lapse, Selfie, White Balance, ISO, Exposure Modes, & 360° Pan
    7 Hour Battery Life with Boost Charging for 1 Hour Charge
     
    For Professionals & Novices: Videographers, Vloggers, Bloggers, & Photographers

    October 27, 2020, Guilin, China -- FeiyuTech www.feiyu-tech.com, a leader in video stabilization technology, released today the new AK2000C light-weight handheld gimbal for digital cameras with professional anti-shake and an exclusive OLED one touch touchscreen with gimbal controls for time lapse, selfie mode, white balance, ISO, exposure compensation, and 360° pan. The AK2000C adopts the industry leading W7 precision control algorithm, which can quickly offset picture flutter for guaranteed steady blur-free videos and photos -- all at an affordable price.

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    FeiyuTech AK2000C gimbal at an ad shoot & shooting video for a skateboarding vlog

     

    Instill Passion in Your Shooting for Pros and Amateurs Alike 

    Created for professional and amateur photographers, videographers, and vloggers/bloggers, the FeiyuTech AK2000C lets everyone become a professional cinematographer, with an easy-to-use one-touch touchscreen with no app needed, and a long 7 hour battery life with 1 hour boost charging with continuous charging capability. The FeiyuTech AK2000C Gimbal is not only highly professional, but also simple to use -- perfect to instill passion in your shooting for professionals and novices alike.  

    Works with Most Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Digital Cameras and DSLR & Lens Combos 

    The AK2000C can hold up to approximately 5 lbs (2.2 kg) in camera and lens weight and can be used with most mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras and lenses, such as the Sony a7 III, FUJIFILM X-T3, Nikon Z7, and even DSLR camera and lens combinations, such as the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV. All modules are adjustable and have calibration arrow markings for easy recording. Made of aerospace aluminum alloy, and lightweight at 2½ lbs (1078g), the gimbal is elegantly designed, small, portable, and convenient, with a sleek pearl wood handle and quick release three-axis mechanical lock.

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    Perfect Low-Cost Professional Anti-Shake Tool 

    “With the increase in demand for video creation and photography, it’s hard to find the perfect low-cost professional anti-shake tool for shooting,” said Eric Wei, Founder of FeiyuTech. FeiyuTech developed the AK2000C with this in mind and the belief that professionalism should be within the reach of all to capture what they love. No matter whether you are a photography enthusiast, a professional video creator, or a beginning vlogger, the AK2000C will fulfill your shooting creatives.”

    New AK2000C Gimbal Features:

    ·        Professional anti-shake performance: adopts the industrial-leading W7 precision control algorithm, which quickly offsets picture flutter for a guaranteed stable and smooth performance.

    ·        Load capacity: holds up to almost 5 lbs (2.2 kg) in camera and lens weight and can be used with most mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras.

    ·        7 hour battery life with 1 hour boost charging: battery lasts for 7 hours and supports boost charging, for full charging in an hour. It can be continuously charged during high-intensity work.

    ·        Exclusive OLED touchscreen, one touch user-friendly for novices: touchscreen makes all functions and modes easy to use. There is no app needed to operate the gimbal and the menu is extremely user-friendly -- even for beginners.

    ·        360° Pan: takes videos of the whole the scene.

    ·        One-touch functions: start, auto-rotation, time-lapse, selfies, and vertical shooting. You can even adjust camera white balance, ISO, and exposure compensation with the gimbal.

    ·        Lightweight aluminum alloy, 3-axis lock, and quick release folding: small, portable, and convenient, with a sleek pearl wood handle and a quick release 3-axis mechanical lock.

    ·        Compact Size: dimensions when folded of 2.7” x 8.1” x 13.6” (68.8mm x 208.2mm x 347.8mm).

    ·        Affordable: at $229.

    Availability

    The FeiyuTech AK2000C Gimbal is available immediately through Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08J46B1V9 and FeiyuTech at: https://store.feiyu-tech.com/products/ak2000c, priced at $229. For more information, see the website: https://www.feiyu-tech.com/ak2000c/

    About FeiyuTech

    Feiyu Technology Incorporated Co., Ltd, established in 2007, is a leader in video stabilization technology. The company manufactures drones, handheld gimbals, and action cameras. Headquartered in Guilin, China, with more than 500 employees, FeiyuTech also has professional R&D, marketing, and manufacturing centers in Shenzhen and Guilin, China. With products sold to over 130 countries around the world, the company is recognized by consumers as a quality brand -- the first gimbal brand to enter the Apple Store. The company’s partners include Tencent Wesee and Huawei, among others. All FeiyuTech products pass CE, FCC.ROHS., and many other certifications.

    FeiyuTech’s top industry talent consists of a passionate group of young people with dreams. The company combines tradition and trends with vision and innovation to encourage FeiyuTech’s team to expand and maintain their creativity. On the road to future innovations, FeiyuTech continuously strives to offer the best user experience to customers all over the world. For more information, see the website: www.feiyu-tech.com, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FeiyuTech, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FeiyuTech/, LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/FeiyuTech/.  

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    Phone: (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    Website: http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com 
     
    Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oCP9uVDa2gI
     
    Photos:
    FeiyuTech AK2000C Gimbal - all: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/lhh4fn8ci550840/AAADbJe98Wiz_Q9TKCjmRsVsa?dl=0 
    FeiyuTech AK2000C Gimbal: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechgimbal.html 
    FeiyuTech AK2000C Gimbal – back: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechgimbalback.html 
    Lifestyle ad photographer: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechgimballifestyle.html 
    Lifestyle skateboarding vlogger: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechskateboarding.html 
    Lifestyle - all: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/6afjroaq7bgxfaa/AABVgeRWLfsdgpqaiLOvSbiYa?dl=0 
    FeiyuTech Gimbal – stand: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechgimbalstand.html 
    https://www.dropbox.com/sh/i3whwhydeckag0x/AAAWvA0AqGjWNEBwBpvF1nxda?dl=0 
    FeiyuTech AK2000C Family Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechak2000cfamily.html 
    Family all: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/i3whwhydeckag0x/AAAWvA0AqGjWNEBwBpvF1nxda?dl=0 
    FeiyuTech Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/feiyutechlogo.html 
    FeiyuTech Logo - all: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/wvxc27ane9al81j/AAAoCDvPsGND57ZD4wPhj84Ma?dl=0 


     

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    COLDSNAP REVOLUTIONIZES ICE CREAM WITH RAPID FREEZING TECHNOLOGY FOR SINGLE-SERVE PREMIUM ICE CREAM IN A SNAP

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    The Smoothest Ice Cream You’ll Ever Taste

    ColdSnap Makes On Demand Ice Cream, Frozen Cocktails, Frozen Yogurt, & Smoothies in 60-120 Seconds with No Mess Pods for Individual Servings in a Variety of Flavors

     

    Easy Machine Set-up - No Preparation of the Pods - No Refrigeration of Pods Needed

    Recyclable Pods - Perfect for Home & Commercial Use

    Available through E-Commerce 

    October 20, 2020, Billerica, MA – Sigma Phase, Corp. announced today the ColdSnap™ rapid freezing appliance that produces personalized single servings of premium ice cream, frozen yogurt, frozen cocktails, smoothies, and frozen coffee in 60-120 seconds. ColdSnap is a Keurig/Nespresso-style machine, but for ice cream and other frozen confections. With ColdSnap, everyone can now have delicious frozen confections in individualized servings, prepared on-the-spot, and free of messy preparation and cleanup. The ColdSnap machine uses its patented refrigeration technology to rapidly freeze shelf-stable food and beverage formulations in single-serve recyclable ColdSnap Pods that do not require refrigeration or preparation. 

    Rapid Freezing Technology & Pod System Transforms Frozen Treats 

    The patented ColdSnap system transforms the way frozen treats are produced and enjoyed. No plumbing, no set up, no preparation, no cartridges, no filters, and no cleaning is required of the ColdSnap system. To set up, simply place the ColdSnap machine on a countertop (the machine fits under a traditional kitchen cabinet);  plug the system into a kitchen electric socket; insert the desired ColdSnap Pod; and follow the on-screen instructions. In under two minutes, you can enjoy delicious ice cream at home or work for a great pick-me-up.

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    ColdSnap Smoothies and Frozen Yogurt at Office 

    The Smoothest Ice Cream with Micro-Sized Ice Crystals and No Refreezing 

    ColdSnap’s cutting-edge freezing technology creates micro-sized ice crystals that are 40% smaller than store-bought products, guaranteeing ColdSnap’s amazing taste and the smoothest texture possible. “ColdSnap ice cream is creamy with a smoother mouth-feel than ice cream that undertakes a deep freeze that is required when shipping in refrigerated trucks and kept frozen in the grocery store,” said Matt Fonte, President, Sigma Phase, Corp. “Frozen yogurt made with the ColdSnap machine has a dense, velvety texture, and frozen cocktails (including Margaritas, Pina Coladas, Daiquiris, and Mud Slides) have a silky smooth consistency that is virtually impossible to replicate in any home or bar. In short, ColdSnap makes a smoother, better tasting product.” 

    Ideal for Home & Commercial Use 

    For the home, the ColdSnap system is perfect for better-tasting, fresher, frozen desserts and beverages, with individual selections to fit everyone’s taste. ColdSnap Pods are great for an everyday treat, family fun, parties, or special events – without the advance preparation or hard-to-clean mess of traditional ice cream makers and blenders. The ColdSnap system is also ideal for offices, cafeterias, gyms and spas, car dealerships, and other service providers as a one-of-a-kind benefit for businesses that want to encourage and reward employees or customers.  

    In addition, convenience stores, and other commercial settings, such as airports and hotels, can place a ColdSnap machine to generate revenue and profit through the continuous sale of ColdSnap Pods without having to worry about keeping the Pods frozen (they are shelf stable at room temperature) and without the daily clean-up required of contemporary frozen confection and beverage machines. The ColdSnap system provides higher margins since the machine doesn’t have to be plumbed for installation, cleaned after use, and the Pods do not require refrigeration. 

    ColdSnap Eliminates the Traditional Cold Supply Chain 

    ColdSnap Pods are shelf-stable and can be shipped at ambient temperature. As a result, the ColdSnap system is independent of the expensive, unreliable, and environmentally unfriendly cold chain that is used to bring factory-frozen ice cream and other frozen products to market. ColdSnap has potential to grow in the already massive global ice cream market, including geographies where the cold chain is weak and unreliable. 

    Revolutionizes Direct-To-Consumer Ice Cream Opportunities while Reducing Carbon Emissions 

    ColdSnap revolutionizes the direct-to-consumer ice cream experience. Through the ColdSnap system, ice cream can now be shipped direct-to-consumer both to homes and offices without the use of dry ice or cold storage, reducing the costs traditionally associated with shipping frozen ice cream. Additionally, ColdSnap does not require environmentally-unfriendly refrigeration systems of factory-frozen ice cream, and therefore, will reduce carbon emissions associated with making and distributing ice cream by 25% to 50%. ColdSnap Pods are recyclable, made from infinitely recyclable Aluminum.   

    Made for Heavy-Duty Professional Grade Use   

    ColdSnap is made robustly for commercial use.  The ColdSnap system produces multiple consecutive frozen confections without requiring a time-consuming re-cooling phase. The machine accepts shelf-stable, ambient temperature ColdSnap Pods, then repeatably freezes and dispenses the contents of the Pods.  

    ColdSnap Features:

    ·        Makes single servings of frozen confections: ice cream, frozen cocktails, smoothies, frozen yogurt, frozen coffee, frozen healthy shakes, and slushies.

    ·        Tastes super smooth: creates micro-sized ice crystals that result in the best tasting ice cream, smoothies, and frozen cocktails you’ve ever had.

    ·        Fast, no prep needed: makes frozen confections in 60-120 seconds depending on flavor and type.

    ·        No freezing or dry ice needed: Pods can be shipped without refrigeration and kept on a shelf instead of a freezer.

    ·        Easy set-up: simply plug in the ColdSnap machine and follow the on-screen instructions.  No plumbing required. 

    ·        No consumables needed: no cartridges or filters needed.

    ·        No clean-up: frozen confections are dispensed from the Pod into the bowl without touching the machine.   No part of the machine touches the food ingredients.  

    ·        Recyclable: Pods are made of recyclable Aluminum.

    ·        Dimensions: small size fits easily in a kitchen, desk, counter, or table, with a weight of ~ 50 lbs.

     

    Simple steps to use:

    1) Select an Aluminum ColdSnap Pod containing a favorite frozen confection (ice cream, smoothie, frozen coffee, frozen yogurt, frozen protein shakes and/or frozen cocktail).

    2) Insert the Pod into the ColdSnap machine.

    3) Chill out for 60–120 seconds and enjoy the best tasting, smoothest ice cream or other frozen confection.

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    ColdSnap is Designed to Fit Conveniently on the Countertop

    Availability

    ColdSnap machines and ice cream Pods will be available for purchase through the ColdSnap website at www.ColdSnap.com and at select retail locations. Other food and beverage categories will be introduced in 2021. For more information, please see www.ColdSnap.com. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColdSnap-104363091390945 , Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coldsnap_delight/ , LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/coldsnaptech/.

    The ColdSnap Story

    When nightly bedtime stories grew dull for Matt Fonte and his two daughters, they decided to swap magic tree house and fairytale princess books for a more creative past-time: invention journals. Topping the list of potential inventions: a better ice cream machine for at-home use without all the hassle. His daughters envisioned a Keurig®-style machine that could generate ice cream immediately without a mess. This inspired Fonte, a serial entrepreneur, who saw great potential in the idea.  

    To execute this invention, Fonte formed Sigma Phase, Corp. in October 2018 in Massachusetts, with the singular objective to transform the way frozen confections were produced, transported, purchased, and enjoyed. The Company has already been awarded 13 patents with another 40 patent applications pending. ColdSnap has the promise to disrupt the massive global ice cream market with its delicious, personalized, frozen confectionery experience, including in geographies where the cold chain is weak and unreliable.  For more information, demonstrations, or to discuss investment and partnership opportunities, please see the website: www.ColdSnap.com.

    -- Indulge with ColdSnap, the Revolutionary System --

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    Website: http://www.thomasprsocial.com http://www.thomaspr.com
     
    ColdSnap Video: https://youtu.be/9hRlwswgU7I
    ColdSnap Photos:
    All: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/14MPVWkmRCGfxmfSUxtTzbXcWlYMCDG3H?usp=sharing 
    ColdSnap logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnaplogo.html 
    ColdSnap2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnap2.html 
    ColdSnap: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnap.html 
    ColdSnap at pool: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapatpool.html 
    ColdSnap dispensing ice cream: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapdispensing.html 
    ColdSnap ice cream and Pods: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnappods.html 
    ColdSnap in car dealership: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapcar.html 
    ColdSnap in Car Dealership2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapdealership2.html  
    ColdSnap in office: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapoffice.html 
    ColdSnap in office2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapoffice2.html 
    ColdSnap at law office: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnaplawoffice.html 
    ColdSnap Pod: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnappod2.html 
    ColdSnap recycling: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnaprecycling.html 
    ColdSnap selecting: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapselecting.html 
    ColdSnap smoothies: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapsmoothies.html 
    ColdSnap with frozen cocktails: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapcocktails.html 
    ColdSnap frozen coffee2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapcoffee2.html 
    ColdSnap frozen coffee: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapcoffee.html 
    ColdSnap eating: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapeating.html 
    ColdSnap inserting Pod in machine: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/coldsnapinsertingpod.html 

     

    ColdSnapTM is a trademark of Sigma Phase, Corp. Keurig® is a registered trademark of Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. Nespresso is a trademark of Nestlé Nespresso S.A. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

     


     




     

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    VIVID-PIX LAUNCHES NEW AI POWERED RESTORE –
    PATENTED PHOTO & DOCUMENT RESTORATION SOFTWARE
     
    Fixes Virtually Any Image with Just One Click
    for Family Historians, Genealogists, and Photo Lovers
     
    Now with Metadata Read/Add/Edit Functionality for Hidden Image History –
    Crops & Recalculates Selected Area of Image for Precise Improvements –
    Now Compatible with More Image Types
     

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    Vivid-Pix RESTORE Before & After Photos

     

    Savannah, GA, January 4, 2021 – Vivid-Pix www.vivid-pix.com announced today at the ACPL Genealogy Center at the Allen County Public Library (free webinar: https://acpl.libnet.info/event/4502576)  the new version of their acclaimed AI powered RESTORE photo and document restoration software that fixes virtually any image type, in just one click. Vivid-Pix is recognized by genealogy and photography hobbyist communities as the fastest, easiest, and most affordable way to improve faded photos and unreadable documents, such as letters, immigration records, newspaper clippings, postmarks, and birth, wedding, and death certificates, as well as other crucial photos and documents essential to the research and sharing of family history, the second most popular hobby in the U.S.

    New Features of Restoration Software 

    Vivid-Pix RESTORE patented AI software automatically restores faded old black and white, sepia, and color photos and documents; and provides image organization, editing, and saving. The new version now improves a wider variety of image formats; metadata tagging for research, transcription, and sharing of family stories; and Crop/Recalculate to hone in on specific areas that need fixing – details essential for genealogists and family historians.  

    Simplicity is Key to Vivid-Pix’s Popularity – No Need to Learn Complex Software  

    Simplicity is the key to Vivid-Pix’s popularity. Family historians and photo lovers no longer need to learn complex software to improve their images or spend a lot of money on subscriptions or pay someone else to improve their treasures. Users can simply purchase RESTORE once, receive free updates, and with one-click and easy controls, RESTORE their memories.

    Features of the New version of RESTORE:

    ·        EXIF and IPTC compliant metadata archiving: allows the user to see the history of the image, including info on the photographer or scanner, and add important information about the image and its content: people, place, historical insights, and more.

    ·        Crop/Recalculate: selects a specific area of the image to quickly focus on small important or unclear sections and improve just those areas of the image.

    ·        More image types: now fixes JPEG, TIFF, PNG, DNG, BMP, and RAW image files.

    ·        Organizes, notates, and automatically saves original and new improved images.

    ·        One-click AI software: easiest to use.

    ·        Low cost: with free 10-Fix trial. 

    Vivid-Pix RESTORE Launches Today at ACPL, the Largest Genealogy Center in the U.S.

    The new version of Vivid-Pix RESTORE will launch today at the ACPL Genealogy Center in the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne, Indiana at 6:30 PM ET, with a simulcast free webinar online at: https://acpl.libnet.info/event/4502576. The largest genealogy research collection available in a public library in the U.S., the ACPL Genealogy Center incorporates records from around the world, with a staff that specializes in genealogy. “To further train genealogy librarians at our nations’ libraries, today we launched free, expert-led training at: https://vivid-pix.com/librarian," said Rick Voight, CEO, Vivid-Pix. Genealogy/family history is the second most popular hobby in much of the world, including the U.S. In our current environment, people are spending more time focusing on the most important things in life – family, friends, and organizing their photographs. That’s why we think it’s important to make our software even better and help those that help us with our family history.” 

    Vivid-Pix RESTORE Availability 

    The U.S. Patent Office has awarded two patents to Vivid-Pix for its image processing techniques used to automatically correct images. The new version of Vivid-Pix RESTORE is available now for Mac and Windows for $49.99 at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/buy.html  with a 10 Free-Fix Trial without a credit card required at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html . See Vivid-Pix RESTORE in action at:  https://Vivid-Pix.com/restore. For more information, see the website at: https://vivid-pix.com/. 

    About Vivid-Pix 

    Vivid-Pix was founded by Rick Voight and Randy Fredlund, who have a combined 47 years of experience from Eastman Kodak Co. They brought Kodak’s “You Press the Button, We Do the Rest” philosophy to the design of Vivid-Pix RESTORE AI software. For more info, see: https://vivid-pix.com/.

     

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    631-549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
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    Free trial RESTORE download:  https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html
    RESTORE demo:  https://vimeo.com/460360543 and https://Vivid-Pix.com/restore
    Genealogy librarian training:   https://Vivid-Pix.com/librarian
    Website: https://vivid-pix.com/
     
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    Children next to Fireplace – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixchildrennexttofireplace.html
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    Vivid-Pix Parade Photos - Before & After: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixparade.html  
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    Baby – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixbabyphoto.html
    Vivid-Pix Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixlogo.html  
     

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    Chris Allen, CEO, iCleanse Photo

    Christopher J. Allen, Sr., CEO of iCleanse

    Bio

     

    In August 2020, Christopher Allen acquired iCleanse with a group of investors to address the current pandemic and the need to disinfect phones/tablets and other electronic devices in large venues, including schools and universities, and sports and entertainment arenas. iCleanse has an extensive IP portfolio of UV-C and other technologies that allows the company to grow their product line and licensing opportunities.

    In 2009, Allen founded iDevices, the preeminent brand and technology enablement services company in the IoT space; where he invented the iGrill, the first app-enabled product that had its debut in Apple stores in November 2010. As CEO, Allen strategically planned the company’s product and partnership roadmap, and managed strategic relationships, led business development and helped to create the culture that has led to the company to be named “One of the Best Places to Work in Connecticut” three times. In April 2017, Hubbell, Inc. (NYSE: HUBB) acquired the iDevices smart home company. Allen remained with the company as President and a proud member of the Hubbell family of companies until August 2020.

     

    Prior to iDevices, Allen came from an investment background working for over 15 years for A.G. Edwards & Sons (now Wells Fargo Investments), Prudential Financial, and Allstate. He serves on the board of many organizations, including CBIA (The Connecticut Business & Industry Association), American School for the Deaf, Farmington Valley Visiting Nurse Association, among others. For more information on iCleanse, see the website: www.icleanse.com

     

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     CHRIS ALLEN, SMART HOME VISIONARY & FOUNDER OF iDEVICES
    ACQUIRES iCLEANSE
     
    Trusted by Over 100 U.S. Hospitals, iCleanse’s Chemical Free UV-C Technology Kills Pathogens, Including COVID-19, in as Little as 60 Seconds
     
    iCleanse is Expanding from Disinfecting Healthcare Mobile Devices to
    Large Arenas, Schools, Corporate & Government Buildings, and Airports
     
    Making it Safer for People to Return to Large Venues
     

    September 10, 2020, West Hartford, CT – Chris Allen, Smart Home visionary, entrepreneur, and Founder of iDevices®, one of the most respected names in the IoT Connected Home industry, announced today that he is leaving iDevices and is moving onto his next venture with the acquisition of iCleanse http://www.icleanse.com/  (formerly ReadyDock™), based in Avon, CT, the leading manufacturer of mobile device disinfection technology for healthcare, essential in this era of the COVID-19 pandemic.  

    Trusted by Over 100 U.S. Hospitals, iCleanse Branches Out into Disinfecting Large Arenas 

    Trusted by over 100 U.S. hospitals, iCleanse’s chemical-free UV-C technology kills pathogens that can cause infections, including COVID-19 and other pathogens, in as little as 60 seconds. Under Allen’s new leadership and with the current pandemic, iCleanse will expand from their current market of disinfecting doctors’ offices and hospitals, into the disinfection of large venues, including schools and universities, sports and entertainment arenas, corporate, military, police and fire departments, nursing homes, government buildings, and airports. 

    “This once small addressable market has grown exponentially due to COVID-19.  We now have the ability to help so many different businesses protect themselves, their staff, and their customers,” said Chris Allen, CEO, iCleanse. 

    Chris Allen, Inventor & Entrepreneur 

    Chris Allen has a long history of entrepreneurship with a keen eye to forecast trends. In 2009, iDevices’ Founder Chris Allen invented the patented iGrill®, the ground-breaking first app-enabled Connected Home product, which debuted in Apple Stores in November 2010. At iDevices, Allen created cutting-edge award-winning products that revolutionize how we interact with our homes; taking a simple idea for an iPhone-compatible product and turning it into a multi-million dollar company. Chris Allen strategically planned the company’s products roadmap, partnerships, and retail channel network, including agreements with Lowe’s®, The Home Depot®, and Apple®; as well as business development and a collaborative culture that led to the company being named “One of the Best Places to Work in Connecticut” three times.  

    In 2017, after wide-spread industry recognition and awards, iDevices was acquired by Hubbell, Inc. (NYSE: HUBB), a multi-billion dollar, 100+-year-old company that designs, manufactures, and sells electrical and electronic products for residential and non-residential construction, industrial, and utility applications. iDevices products, including smart switches, outlets, thermostats, and other Smart Home electronics, became part of the Hubbell family of brands.  

    Disinfection is the Key to Making it Safer to Return to Travel, Schools, and Entertainment Venues  

    Allen’s new venture will provide its patented disinfection solutions to many different market verticals, making it safer for people to return to “normal” with a greater ability to travel, go to school, enjoy sporting and concert events.  

    iCleanse is “Made in the USA” - Creating Jobs 

    “The iCleanse team and I are committed to helping protect people during this pandemic and creating jobs. To that end, all our products are ‘Made in the USA’ and are providing much needed jobs during this difficult time,” said Allen. iCleanse products are available on their website www.icleanse.com and with various distributors across the country.  The company is growing rapidly and is looking for distribution partners and independent sales reps across the country and around the world.  

    About iCleanse 

    iCleanse (formerly ReadyDock) disinfects iOS and Android devices, while securely storing and charging smartphones and tablets in a dock for sanitary, safe access. The first product to combine critical mobile device disinfection for healthcare with charging, storage, and security in a single easy-to-access process, iCleanse solutions were designed with clinicians and patients in mind to ensure that tablets and smartphones are ready and safe when they are needed to enhance, not inhibit, healthcare delivery. iCleanse supports the unique workflow seen in hospitals and medical offices today, including BYOD (Bring your Own Devices), patients as users, and easily adapts to nurses’ and doctors’ varied shifts.  

    iCleanse was created by people who care about healthcare and know that integrating new processes into a medical environment requires deep thinking and collaboration with those involved in that environment. With solutions to combat Health Acquired Infections (HAI), including COVID-19, iCleanse is key to protecting the population as we continue to battle this pandemic today, as well as any new viruses that may arise in the future.  

    For more information on iCleanse, see the website: www.icleanse.com and follow iCleanse Founder Chris Allen on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/christopher_allen_sr/ as he documents the rise of his latest venture, answers questions, and offers advice on business and start-ups.  

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    Chris Allen, CEO, iCleanse: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/icleansechrisallen.html 
     

     

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    The Trapdoor Book 2020   Author Hal Glatzer at Desk

     

    CLASSIC 1986 HACKER THRILLER THE TRAPDOOR

    NOW RE-ISSUED AS AN E-BOOK 

    The Trapdoor Novel is a Trip Back in Time to the Early 1980s,

    When Personal Computers First Emerged – and So Did Hackers 

    What Motivates Hackers? A “Trapdoor” is a Computer Technique that Hackers Use for Theft 

    September 9, 2020, Hilo, Hawaii – Hal Glatzer’s The Trapdoor, a classic paperback thriller from the 1980s about computer hackers and cyber-crime, has been re-issued as an e-book. Published in mobi (Kindle) format and epub format for tablets, smartphones, and computers, the novel is available today from Amazon’s Kindle Store, at:

    https://www.amazon.com/s?k="The+Trapdoor"+glatzer&i=digital-text&ref=nb_sb_noss  and Glatzer’s website at: www.halglatzer.com.

    The Trapdoor was one of the first published novels to be set in the underground world of cyber theft and online pornography. In the book, a hacker gets into trouble with organized crime and has to hack his way out. The “trapdoor” title refers to a sinister technique for theft; but it also alludes to the risk of falling into one’s own trap.

    What Motivates Hackers?

    A forerunner to today’s notorious hackers, such as “Anonymous,” the protagonist of The Trapdoor is Joe (alias “The Lightning”), a techie nerd who lives quietly in a small apartment, surrounded by computers. He secretly steals money online, not just for the money, but also to flirt with danger -- an addiction for many hackers. “The Lightning” is drawn into a wider digital underworld of theft and porn until he’s not safe anymore. Suddenly he has enemies that want to kill him.

    “Machine of the Year”

    Progress in computer technology was front-page news. In 1983, TIME magazine – for the first time ever – didn’t name a “Man of the Year.” Instead, the editors named the personal computer “Machine of the Year.” Entrepreneurs, like Bill Gates and Steve Jobs, were just getting noticed; and magazines were launched to help people use those new “machines.” Noisy modems slowly dialed computers over telephone lines and data storage was limited to mere kilobytes on easily-damaged floppy disks. But technologies were constantly surging forward, and illegal computing activities surged right along with them. Readers of The Trapdoor will get a glimpse of that early time, when anything seemed possible, and the shadowy side of high-technology was just coming into view. And readers of a certain age, who were intrigued by computers in the ’80s, will enjoy The Trapdoor as a trip back in time.

    Hal Glatzer wrote The Trapdoor while he was an editor and writer for the earliest computer magazines. He also wrote non-fiction books about word processing, satellites, and telecommunications. Interviewing technology entrepreneurs and insiders in the early ‘80s, inspired Glatzer to write this high-tech thriller.

    “At that time,” says author Hal Glatzer, “email, cellphones, and the internet were years away in the future. What was high-tech in 1980 looks primitive now, but it was the state-of-the-art. And people who mastered it could do some remarkable things with it, both legal and illegal. Technology has evolved since those days. But as long as loners find their inner strength to overcome bullies, this period-piece will remain an inspiration to all.”

    Availability

    Originally published as a paperback, The Trapdoor has just been re-issued as an e-book in both the mobi format (for Kindle readers) and the epub format (for computers, tablets, smartphones, and other devices). It is available immediately for $4.95 from Amazon’s Kindle Store, at:  https://www.amazon.com/s?k="The+Trapdoor"+glatzer&i=digital-text&ref=nb_sb_noss and Glatzer’s website: www.halglatzer.com . For more about Hal Glatzer and his other works of fiction, please visit www.halglatzer.com or email info@halglatzer.com.

     

    Hal Glatzer at Bookstore Reading   Hal Glatzer in Hawaii

    Author, Hal Glatzer

    About the Author

     

    Hal Glatzer was there, then. He began his writing career as a newspaper reporter in 1970, and by the end of the decade, he was doing television news with portable videotape equipment. That technology intrigued him, as did another new invention: the computer word processor. So he decided to make the fast-moving digital world of computers and telecommunications his journalistic beat.

    In 1980, he bought his first computer: a Zenith Z-89. Using the eight-bit Zilog Z80 microprocessor and the CP/M operating system, the computer held 48 KB of internal memory (RAM), and used removable 5¼ inch floppy disks that held 100 KB. That may not seem like much computing power today, but it immediately boosted Glatzer’s productivity as a professional writer, and he turned that expertise into his first non-fiction book: Introduction to Word Processing (Sybex, 1981).

    He subsequently wrote two books on what was then the state-of-the-art in global telecommunications: The Birds of Babel: Satellites For a Human World (Sams, 1983); and Who Owns the Rainbow? Conserving the Radio Spectrum (Sams, 1984). Glatzer was one of the founders of the Computer Press Association, a virtual press club for fellow writers and editors in the field. He served as its vice president, and for six years chaired the committee that created and presented the annual Computer Press Awards for excellence in high-tech journalism.

    Glatzer has subsequently had more mystery novels published; but his first was The Trapdoor. “Considering how far information technology has progressed since the early ‘80s,” he says, “I want to give the computer users of today a good idea of what life was like when the computer revolution began, and give people like me, who were there, then, a trip into the past. And the best way to bring that vintage paperback to today’s tech-savvy readers is to turn it into an e-book.”

    Press Contact For Review Copies of the Trapdoor and Interviews:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
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    Hal Glatzer in Hawaii: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/halglatzerhawaii.html 
    Hal Glatzer Book Promotion - Santa Monica, CA: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/halglatzerbookpromo.html 
    Hal Glatzer at Bookstore Reading: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/halglatzerbookreading.html

     



     

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    Randy Fredlund, Cofounder & Chief Imaging Office, Vivid-Pix Photo

    Randy Fredlund, Cofounder and Chief Imaging Officer
    Vivid-Pix
    BIO
    “Every picture tells a story, and I want yours to be great literature,” – Randy Fredlund

     

    Randy Fredlund, Cofounder and Chief Imaging Officer at Vivid-Pix, is a photography luminary, engineer, inventor, and entrepreneur. Fredlund was at Kodak for over twenty years, where he was a Senior Researcher, Inventor, and Technology and Intellectual Property Manager, envisioning and implementing new concepts in photography and imaging technology to make a positive difference. He has over 100 patents in the field of digital imaging. Fredlund’s long experience in research, development, and commercialization enable him to translate complex theory into practice.

    For the past eight years, Fredlund has been one of the principals at Vivid-Pix, a company with the goal of making image improvement accessible to everyone. Vivid-Pix’s patented, AI software is in use in over 100 countries, by young, young-at-heart, librarians, genealogists, historians, and more. Fredlund invents new ways for people to fix and enjoy their images. Every picture tells a story, and he wants yours to be great literature. Fredlund enjoys the intricacies of technology, even the most esoteric advanced signal processing, with his other pursuits including photography, travel, camping, hiking, paddling, skiing, and then blogging about all the fun. 

    Learn more about Vivid-Pix, Website: www.vivid-pix.com 

    Photo: 

    Randy Fredlund, Cofounder & Chief Imaging Office, Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixrandyfredlund.html 


     

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                                                                           papalook PA452 HD Webcam                           papalook PA452 Pro HD Webcam

     

    PAPALOOK LAUNCHES LOW-COST WIDE ANGLE HD WEBCAMS
    FOR VIDEO CALLS & LIVE STREAMING
     
    Essential Video Conferencing Gear:
    Live Streams Distortionless 90 Degree 30fps Video, Omnidirectional Mic with Zero-Noise Intelligent Filtering Technology, Auto Low-Light Correct & LED Lighting to Brighten up Low Light, Fits Large Groups of People & Scenes, Tripod Support -- Priced $79.99-$89.99 

    June 9, 2020, City of Industry, CA -- papalook www.papalook.com launched today the papalook line of wide angle HD webcams at a low cost. Essential gear for video conferencing, the papalook 1080P HD webcams feature an up to 90 degree wide-angle view to fit groups of people during business meetings and family calls, for real estate home showings, business demos, live streaming scenes, gaming, and more. Perfect for recording and streaming on Zoom, YouTube, Facetime, Skype, Facebook, and other social media and gaming platforms, the papalook HD webcams provide clear sound in noisy environments, with an omnidirectional mic and Zero Noise Intelligent Filtering Technology, a glass lens with a high-res CMOS sensor, clear distortionless video with autofocus, auto low-light correct and LED lighting, and tripod support for a steady view.  

    Compatible with Windows, Chrome, and Mac OS, the new papalook line of HD webcams include the PA452 HD Webcam “Amazon’s Choice,” papalook PA452 Pro HD Webcam with a 90 degree viewing angle, and papalook AF925 HD Webcam -- all with a low price from $79.99-$89.99.

    papalook HD Webcam Features:
     

     

    ·        Full HD Video: makes widescreen calls, records and streams HD 1080P video at 30fps with clear, distortionless, smooth video for Skype chats and YouTube recordings.

    ·        Built-in Omni-directional Microphone: captures sound from all directions so you can be heard no matter where you are sitting or standing during the call.

    ·        Live Streams: supports streaming video on OBS, Facebook, YouTube, XSplit, Mixer, Twitter, and other social media and gaming platforms (including Google Hangouts, Amazon Chime, and FaceTime, etc.)

    ·        Zero Noise Intelligent Filtering Technology: filters out external background noise for clearer sound.

    ·        Auto Low-Light Correct: automatically corrects low-light with a high pixel-count CMOS sensor ensuring high definition and stable performance for clear video even in dim light.

    ·        Fast Autofocus: accurate autofocus ensures the camera automatically stays focused on your face, even when you are moving.

    ·        Colorful LED Lights: four LED colors brighten up low-light scenes and decorate the webcam.

    ·        Tripod Support: for steady video.

    ·        Plug and Play: easily connects through USB and automatically installs to PCs and Macs with seamless compatibility with video apps.

    ·        Uses: for video conferencing, large groups of business or family video calls, live streaming content, gaming, real estate showings, online courses, demos, and other business and personal applications.

     

    papalook HD Webcam Line Comparison

     

    papalook PA452

    papalook AF925

    papalook

    PA452 Pro

    HD Video Quality

    1080p/ 720p

    1080p/ 720p

    1080p/ 720p

    Field of View

    65 degrees

    65 degrees

    90 degrees

    Lens

    Glass

    Glass

    Glass

    Autofocus

    No

    Yes

    No

    Light Correction

    Yes

    Yes

    Yes

    Support Tripod Base

    No

    Yes

    Yes

    Noise cancelling mic

    Yes

    Yes

    Yes

    Price

    $79.99

    $79.99

    $89.99

    Colorful LED Lights

    Yes (Blue)

    No

    Yes (White)

    papalook AF925 Photo - real estate

    papalook AF925 HD Webcam – real estate photo

     

    The papalook HD Webcam line is available from Amazon. The papalook PA452 “Amazon’s Choice” is priced at  $79.99, available at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GYFOXK2, the papalook PA452 Pro is priced at $89.99, available at:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076J6TW7M, and the papalook AF925 is priced $79.99 at: https://www.amazon.com/AF925-Widescreen-360-Degree-Reduction-Microphone/dp/B07HGXGKQD.

     

    About Papalook - Better Video Quality

     

    Papalook is the creator of innovative electronics, including 720P/1080P and 4K webcams, chargers, car chargers, power strips,  and accessories. papalook provides “Better Video Quality” for generations of savvy webcam users, past, current, and future. For more information, see the website at: www.papalook.com.

     
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    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575

    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
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    papalook PA452 HD Webcam – lifestyle: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/papalookpa452lifestyle.html 
    papalook PA452 HD Webcam - lifestyle 2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/papalookpa452lifestyle2.html 
    papalook PA452 Pro Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/papalookpa452prophoto.html 
    papalook PA452 HD Webcam: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/papalookpa452webcam.html 
    papalook AF925 Photo - angle2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/papalookaf925.html 
    papalook AF925 Photo - real estate: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/papalookaf925realestate.html 
     
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    papalook HD Webcam Product Line Comparison:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/PapalookHDWebcamProductLineComparison.xlsx
    papalook PA452 Pro Spec Sheet: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/papalookPA452ProSpecSheet.pdf 
     
     


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    VIVID-PIX BRINGS BACK FAMILY MEMORIES --
    RELIVE PAST REUNIONS & CREATE THIS YEAR’S -- VIRTUALLY
     
    Vivid-Pix AI Photo Restoration Software Instantly Restores Old Photos
    Family Reunion Group Photo - Before Vivid-Pix   Family Reunion Group Photo - After Vivid-Pix

                                                                                                                                  Before                                                                                    After

    June 4, 2020, Savannah, GA -- Vivid-Pix brings back family reunion memories while making new ones. Family reunions may be different this year, but Vivid-Pix RESTORE patented AI image restoration software will help you relive past reunions and virtually create this year’s reunion. Vivid-Pix instantly brings your treasured, old photos back to life and with these tips to plan a virtual reunion, you can connect with family members and friends when you aren’t able to meet in person. With Vivid-Pix technology, make this a year to remember and share with future generations. 

    Relive Yesterday’s Memories and Plan a Virtual Reunion  

    Vivid-Pix and Maureen Taylor, The Photo Detective®, have collaborated to put together everything you need to hold a virtual reunion. Learn more at https://vivid-pix.com/solutions.

    “Many of us are stuck at home, missing events that we love and look forward to. A beloved photo from years past, faded with time, and revived with Vivid-Pix RESTORE makes us feel more connected. With photos and meeting apps, we can communicate with our families to relive history and make new memories,” states Rick Voight, CEO, Vivid-Pix. 

    “Photographs from family reunions provide successive generations with a sense of identity, connection, and belonging,” says Maureen Taylor, The Photo Detective®. “Every reunion, my husband’s family poses for a family portrait. That’s 60 years of tradition captured in a photographic time capsule. These images inspire younger generations to ask questions about those relatives.”

    Old Family Reunion Photo Before and After with Vivid-Pix

    Family Reunion Photo (~1910) - Maureen Taylor,  The Photo Detective®

    Family Photography is Key to Maintaining Family History 

    Family photos from the past are a critical component in maintaining history for generations to come. Gordon Clarke, Strategic Solution Manager for the non-profit organization FamilySearch International, the world’s largest genealogy organization sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, recently talked about the importance of organizing and restoring photos to trace family roots. Gordon said, “There’s all the photos out there that are lost. And you look at writings on the back of photos, albums that get destroyed by floods, and weather, and heat. There’s just so much valuable information; that the information that is in people’s homes is just as important, or even more important, than the information that is in archives and libraries and government record storing facilities. So it’s a natural outgrowth to start looking at: ‘How do we help people preserve digitally, not only the photo, but the story surrounding the photo, the people, the events?’”  

    “Photos are a return ticket to a moment otherwise gone” 

    Kim S. Harrison, a Vice President of the Phoenix, Arizona-based West Valley Genealogical Society and formerly with Ancestry.com, believes that the rush of feelings that come forward from a photo is priceless. “I came across this wonderful quote, ‘Photos are a return ticket to a moment otherwise gone,’” Shares Kim. “I do feel the quote sums up my feelings as I go through boxes and boxes of old photos. It is a passport to past memories. Extra special since so many family members are no longer with us. Photos are priceless!” 

    About Vivid-Pix®

    Vivid-Pix RESTORE is the one-stop solution for family historians, genealogists, archivists, hobbyists, and more. Utilizing patented image science and artificial intelligence, RESTORE instantly restores old faded photos and documents, including scanned prints, slides, glass plates, tintypes, letters, journals, records, newspaper clippings, family memoirs, and holiday cards while providing image organization, editing, and searchable IPTC and EXIF-compliant metadata tagging.

     

    Vivid-Pix RESTORE is available for Mac and Windows for $49.99 at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/buy.html, with a no-credit-card-required free trial at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html. The U.S. Patent Office has awarded a patent to Vivid-Pix for its image processing techniques used to automatically correct faded images. For more information, see: https://vivid-pix.com/.

    About Maureen Taylor, The Photo Detective®

    Maureen Taylor is a frequent keynote speaker on photo identification, photograph preservation, and family history at historical and genealogical societies, museums, conferences, libraries, and other organizations across the United States, London, and Canada. She’s the author of several books and hundreds of articles and has appeared on The View and The Today Show, where she researched and presented a complete family tree for host Meredith Vieira. Maureen’s been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Better Homes and Gardens, The Boston Globe, Martha Stewart Living, Germany’s top newspaper Der SpiegelAmerican Spirit, and The New York Times. Maureen was recently a spokesperson and photograph expert for MyHeritage.com, an internationally known family history website. She also writes guidebooks, scholarly articles, and online columns for such media as Smithsonian.com. For more information, see: https://maureentaylor.com/

    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com
     
    Free Vivid-Pix RESTORE trial download:  https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html
     
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    Family Reunion Group Photo - After Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixfamilyreunionafter.html 
    Baby – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixbabyphoto.html
    Children next to Fireplace – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixchildrennexttofireplace.html
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    Ausdom AF640 Webcam

     NEW LINE OF HD WEBCAMS LAUNCHED
    GEARED TO WORK AT HOME MARKET AT A LOW PRICE
     
    Featuring Widescreen HD Video, Automatic Low-Light Correction, CMOS Sensor, Glass Lens,
    & Omni Directional Mic with Noise Canceling Technology
     
    Ausdom Helps You Look and Sound Your Best during Zoom Video Conferencing, YouTube Video Recording, & Facetime with Friends and Family
    Priced at $79.99-$99.99 -- Essential Web Video Gear for Social Distancing

     

    May 14, 2020, City of Industry, CA -- Ausdom www.ausdom.com introduced today a new line of HD Webcams, essential gear for the work at home market at a low price -- perfect for Zoom video conferencing, Skype recording, remote education, live streaming, gaming, and Youtube videos, as well as contacting friends and family while social distancing. Ausdom goes far beyond standard laptop webcams, so you can look and sound your best while working at home, with sharp, smooth video, automatic lowlight correction, and clear noise-canceling audio for smooth communications, no matter what’s going on at home.  

    Best HD Webcams for Video Conferencing, Remote Education, Online Courses, Live Streaming, Gaming, & Online Chat 

    Affordably priced from $79.99-$99.99 SRP, the Ausdom webcam line includes the AW615, AW635, and AF640 webcams that provide amazing widescreen picture quality with HD 1920 x 1080P video, Noise Canceling audio and Plug and Play ease. The widescreen full HD video webcams have a full HD glass lens and 2.0 aperture to provide HD quality widescreen video calls. 

    Clear Video in Dim Light with Automatic Low-Light Correct Technology & Clear Sound with Omni-Directional Mic 

    The Ausdom webcams record clear videos, even in dim light, with Automatic Low-Light Correct Technology that instantly reacts to low-light conditions to create a bright image for a better looking video presentation – key for YouTube and Zoom videos without dark shadows. The webcam’s high pixel count CMOS sensor also ensures high definition with a stable performance. The built-In noise reduction omni-directional mic captures sounds and automatically filters out external background noise for clear sound in noisy environments.  

    Easy to Set Up - Plug and Play 

    Just plug the Ausdom webcam in your PC or Mac desktop or laptop, or Smart TV box via the USB port to instantly make video calls with friends, family, and co-workers or live broadcast anytime. The webcams support streaming video on OBS, Zoom, Skype, Facebook, YouTube, XSplit, Mixer, Twitter, and other social gaming and media platforms, including Google Hangouts, Amazon Chime, and FaceTime, etc.; and are compatible with Windows, Mac OS, Chrome OS, and Android. 

    The Ausdom Webcam product line includes: 

    ·        Ausdom AF640 Widescreen Webcam: the sleekest Ausdom webcam - available immediately, priced at $99.99 at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07S1RQRRB.

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    ·        Ausdom AW615 Widescreen Webcam: available immediately, priced at $79.99 at https://www.amazon.com/1920x1080P-AUSDOM-Computer-Noise-Cancelling-Recording/dp/B017SRHRR6

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    ·        AW635 Widescreen Webcam: available immediately, priced at $79.99 at: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B086YCPNS8  

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      AW635 Widescreen Webcam

     

    About Ausdom – Better Sound and Vision 

    Founded in City of Industry, California in 2014, Ausdom is a best-selling manufacturer of audio and video products, ranging from headphones and webcams to automotive DVRs and accessories. Ausdom has its own manufacturing and assembling factory, the largest in China, and is producer of the best-selling headphones brand in China. Since Ausdom’s products are produced in its own factory, the company has excellent control of quality and cost and provides that cost savings to customers. 

    With warehouses in the U.S., Ausdom’s team of over a hundred designers and engineers creates every product with extreme care and attention to detail, providing an exemplary customer experience, so users can quickly enjoy Ausdom’s simple and smart technology. AUSDOM ensures an exceptional online shopping experience with 30 day returns or exchanges in the U.S. from local warehouses and a one year hassle-free product warranty. Ausdom products may be purchased through Amazon, AliExpress, eBay, Wish.com, and Ausdom’s website at: www.ausdom.com.  For more information, see www.ausdom.com

    Contact:
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    (631) 549-7575
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    Vivid-Pix Logo Baby – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix

     
    PHOTO REMINISCING CAN REDUCE STRESS & DEPRESSION
    DURING CORONAVIRUS

     
    Vivid-Pix Celebrates May’s National Mental Health Month
    & National Photo Month
     

    Savannah, GA, April 30, 2020Vivid-Pix, www.vivid-pix.com, is celebrating  National Mental Health Month and National Photography Month in May by showcasing the healing power of photos and Vivid-Pix RESTORE photo restoration software to enhance “Reminiscence Therapy.” According to the National Institutes of Health, Reminiscence Therapy (RT) involves the discussion of past activities, events and experiences with another person or group of people, usually with the aid of tangible prompts, such as photographs, household and other familiar items from the past, music, and archive sound recordings.” To help combat COVID-19 quarantine stress, loneliness and isolation, Vivid-Pix will be hosting Mental Health Month and Photography Month classes and specials throughout May. These free and low-cost classes include dementia, Alzheimer’s, photo organization, photo restoration, and genealogy -- available at: www.vivid-pix.com/education.  In addition, during the month of May, a 20% discount is available on Vivid-Pix RESTORE software when using this special offer: www.vivid-pix.com/reminisce.

    Value of Pictures to Reduce Stress 

    Ever look at a photo prompting a memory and a smile to flash across your mind and face? It’s a physiological reaction. When looking at photos, cortisol levels are lowered, and this reduces stress. According to WebMD, the hormone cortisol manages the body’s stress levels. If you’re constantly under stress, cortisol can derail your body’s most important functions, leading to health problems, including anxiety and depression. With the psychological impact of social distancing, missing holidays with loved ones, isolation, fear of sickness, and financial issues from closures, reminiscing about cherished memories is more important than ever.  

    Experts Use Photography Reminiscence Therapy to Help Depression, Dementia, & Alzheimer’s 

    Experts have been using Reminiscence Therapy for years to help depression, dementia, and Alzheimer’s. As reported by NPR, “Researchers find that dementia patients who engage in activities such as gathering photographs and talking about family see improvements in their quality of life and are less agitated,” said Shirley Wang, NPR. 

    Europe-based Researchgate reported that Reminiscence Therapy is an effective way to increase self-esteem and decrease behavioral disturbances in those with dementia, and their research proved that photography was the best therapy. “Eighty percent of the subjects (12 out of 15) showed more attention to their personalised reminiscence photo video than to the other two types of TV shows, thus suggesting the effectiveness of personalised reminiscence photo videos for reminiscence intervention.”  

    Taking a daily photo also improved well-being through self-care, community interaction, and the potential for reminiscence. According to ScienceDaily.com, U.K. researchers said it’s “an active process of meaning making, in which a new conceptualisation of wellbeing emerges.” “[If] I’m ever feeling down or something, it’s nice to be able to scroll back and see good memories. You know, the photos I’ve taken will have a positive memory attached to it even if it’s something as simple as I had a really lovely half an hour for lunch sitting outside and was feeling really relaxed,” said a study participant.  

    Vivid-Pix helps people relive photos and documents by connecting/re-connecting with their most treasured memories and their roots. “At this time of social isolation, the benefits of reliving cherished memories are greater than ever. Study after study highlight the emotional, mental and physical health benefits that looking at photos provide to the young and old alike,” said Rick Voight, CEO of Vivid-Pix. “So, if you want to reduce stress, pull out your photo albums!”

    Vivid-Pix Photo & Genealogy Education Bring Back Memories 

    In addition to many free classes, fee-based classes are streamed live, recorded, and posted to Vimeo for $1.99 (30-day rental). Recordings will be uploaded within one or two days after live events. Vivid-Pix’s online Genealogy Classes are held at 8 PM ET at: https://vivid-pix.com/education and are also available on demand. The schedule can be found below: 

    Vivid-Pix Upcoming Photography/Genealogy Shows:

    5/1/2020

    Katherine Schober

    German Church Records

    5/5/2020

    Kirsty Gray

    British Genealogy

    5/8/2020

    Diahan Southard

    3 Tips For Your DNA Test

    5/12/2020

    Peggy Lauritzen

    Migration Trails to Ohio

    5/15/2020

    Amie Tennant

    State Census Records

    5/19/2020

    Rick Voight

    Restoring Old Photos and Documents

    5/22/2020

    Maureen Taylor

    Photo Organization

     

    Previous Vivid-Pix/Education April Shows Available for Streaming:

    Katherine Willson

    Genealogy on Facebook

    Dear Myrtle

    Zoom Conferencing

    Judy Russell

    The Law and a Reasonably Exhaustive Search

    Kenyatta Berry

    African American Genealogy

    Miya Jensen

    Polynesian and Pacific Isles Genealogy

    David Ryan

    Irish Genealogy

    Blaine Bettinger

    Genetic Genealogy

    Rich Venezia

    Immigration Records

     

    About Vivid-Pix 

    The one-stop solution for family historians, genealogists and hobbyists, Vivid-Pix RESTORE patented artificial intelligence software automatically restores old, faded sepia, black and white, and color photographs and documents and provides image organization, editing, and searchable IPTC and EXIF compliant metadata tagging. The U.S. Patent Office has awarded a patent to Vivid-Pix for its image processing techniques used to automatically correct faded images. Vivid-Pix RESTORE is available for Mac and Windows for $49.99 at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/buy.html, with a no-credit-card-required free trial at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html.  For more information, see the website at: https://vivid-pix.com/.  

    Vivid-Pix was founded by Rick Voight and Randy Fredlund, who have a combined 47 years of experience from Eastman Kodak Co. They brought Kodak’s “You Press the Button, We Do the Rest” philosophy to the design of Vivid-Pix RESTORE. For more info, see the website: https://vivid-pix.com/.

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    631-549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com
     
    Free trial download:  https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html
    Website: https://vivid-pix.com/
     
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    Vivid-Pix Round Tuit Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixroundtuit.html
    Vivid-Pix Parade Photos - Before & After: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixparade.html 
    Baby – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixbabyphoto.html
    Children next to Fireplace – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixchildrennexttofireplace.html
    Maureen Taylor’s Valentine’s Day Card: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixvalentine.html
    Before: Maureen Taylor’s Wedding Photo of Parents: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixweddingbefore.html
    Template Maureen Taylor's Parent’s Wedding Photo of Parents: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixweddingafter.html 
    Maureen Taylor’s Photobook Created with Vivid-Pix Software: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixsoftware.html 
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    Karen Thomas, President, Thomas Public Relations

     

    KAREN THOMAS, PRESIDENT, THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS
    NAMED CHAIR OF PR COMMITTEE FOR STEVIE AWARDS –
    AMERICAN BUSINESS AWARDS 2020
     
    Thomas to Select and Coordinate Awards for
     Innovations in American Technology & Public Relations
     
    Stevie Awards are World’s Premier Business Awards --
    Judges Include World’s Most Respected Executives, Entrepreneurs, Innovators, & Business Educators

     

    April 21, 2020, East Northport, NY – Thomas Public Relations, Inc. http://www.thomasprsocial.com, the leading PR agency for high-tech, B2B, and consumer electronics brands, announced today that Thomas PR President & CEO, Karen Thomas, has been named Chair of the PR Committee and Judge for the 2020 Stevie Awards American Business Awards. Thomas’ key Chair responsibilities include selecting new judges for the Stevie Awards, coordinating with other PR Awards judges, and judging public relations, social media, and marketing campaigns. See for more info: https://stevieawards.com/aba/public-relations-annual-reports-publications-awards-judging-committee

     

    Created in 2002, The Stevie® Awards are the world’s premier business awards honoring the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and working professionals worldwide. Stevie Award judges include many of the world’s most respected executives, entrepreneurs, innovators, and business educators.

     

    “I am honored to be selected as the PR Committee Chair to judge the Stevie Awards – American Business Awards, one of the most coveted prizes honoring American innovation,” said Karen Thomas, President & CEO, Thomas PR®.   

    In addition to serving as the Stevie Awards Chair and Judge, Thomas has also judged the CES Innovation Awards, CES Asia Innovation Awards, Edison Awards, IT World Awards, and CEO World Awards, among others;and has won numerous industry awards for Thomas PR’s public relations and social media influencer campaigns, including Best PR Campaign in Long Island Business News “Excellence in Communication Award 2017, Top Influencers  in PR News Social Shake-up Movers & Shakers Award 2017, Onalytica’s “Top 100 Influencers and Brands,” PRSourceCode’s  Top Tech Communicators Award, and many other awards.

    Thomas is also the creator of the innovative longest running Party List Guides for networking events at technology trade shows, The Official KarenNet Party List, covering international tech events for 20 years, including CES, NAB, Mobile World Congress, SXSW, Comic-Con, COMDEX, Macworld, E3 Expo, PMA, Cebit, PC Expo, Photokina, PhotoPlus, CTIA, and many more. For more info on the Stevie Awards, see: https://stevieawards.com/aba/public-relations-annual-reports-publications-awards-judging-committee and Thomas PR info at: www.thomasprsocial.com

     

    About Thomas PR

     

    Thomas PR® has a 20+ year history of successful PR campaigns for ground-breaking technology and entertainment companies, such as RoboSense, BeBop Sensors, OWC, GameSir, Welle, Kidz Gear, Olympus, The Great Kat, and more. Thomas PR has extensive relationships with national and international press, including The Today Show, CNN, Good Morning America, Fox-TV, Wired, BBC-TV, Stern, and Vancouver Sun, etc. For more information, see the website: http://www.thomas-pr.com,  Twitter: www.twitter.com/thomaspr,  Facebook: www.facebook.com/KarenThomaspr,  and Facebook Company: https://www.facebook.com/Thomaspublicrelations.  

    About The Stevie Awards

     

    The Stevie® Awards are the world’s premier business awards. The awards were created in 2002 to honor and generate public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and working professionals worldwide. The American Business Awards are open to all organizations operating in the U.S.A., and feature a wide variety of categories to recognize achievement in every facet of the workplace. In addition to the American Business Awards, there are six other Stevie Awards programs, each with its own focus, list of categories, and schedule, including International Business Awards, Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, German Stevie Awards, The Stevie Awards for Great Employers, The Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service, and The Stevie Awards for Women in Business.

     

    Sponsors of Stevie Awards programs include many leading B2B marketers, publishers, and government institutions. Past Stevie Award winners including Acer Inc., Apple, BASF, BT, Ford Motor Company, ING, Procter & Gamble, Roche Group, and Samsung, among many others. For more information, see: http://stevieawards.com/

     

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas / Eva Yutani
    Thomas Public Relations Inc. Phone: (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com   eyutani@thomaspr.com
    Websites: http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com 
     

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    Thomas PR is a registered trademark of Thomas Public Relations, Inc. 

    All product names, logos, and brands mentioned herein are property of their respective owners.


     

    Treatlife LogoTreatlife Smart Switch Treatlife Remote Control with App

    TREATLIFE LAUNCHES NEW SMART SWITCHES  

    TREATLIFE SWITCHES SELECTED AS AMAZON’S “#1 NEW RELEASE” &
    “AMAZON’S CHOICE”  

    Treatlife New Alexa/Google Enabled Smart Switches Include 2-4 Pack
    Three Way, Dimmable, & Single Pole Smart Switches –
     
    Make All Your Home Switches Smart for a Low Price
    Treatlife Dimmable Smart Switch

    Treatlife Dimmable Smart Switch

     

    March 31, 2020, Hong Kong Treatlife https://www.treatlife.tech/, leading creator of IoT Smart Home lighting systems, announced today the launch of new Treatlife Smart Switches, including two to four packs of Smart Switches at: https://amzn.to/38iukgy. Treatlife lets you make your entire home’s switches smart for a low cost, allowing you to turn on and off lights and appliances automatically through voice activated Alexa, Google Assistant, or through the iPhone and Android app. 

    Easy & Safe to Install – Voice Activated, Works with Alexa & Google Assistant 

    Constructed for an artistic look with maximum practicality, Treatlife’s  line of Smart Switches include the new 4 pack 3-Way Smart Switches, which control lights from two different locations (selected “#1 New Release” by Amazon), as well as Treatlife’s 4 Pack Dimmable Smart Switches and 2-4 Pack Single Pole Smart Switches (both chosen as “Amazon’s Choice”). Easy and safe to install, Treatlife provides step-by-step instructions with online videos to guide you through the wiring process. The switches require WiFi and a neutral wire for installation. They are standard size and attach with an included elegant snap-on wall plate.

    Treatlife Light Scheduling Treatlife Alexa

     

    Treatlife Smart Switch Features include:

    ·        Voice Control: hands-free convenience to control lights with your voice via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant -- perfect when your hands are full or when entering a dark room.

    ·        WiFi Enabled Remote Control: control your lights anywhere with a smartphone, whether at home, in the office, or on vacation. Monitor real-time light status, share devices, and even control groups of lights with a tap of the smartphone screen.

    ·        Create Schedules: use the timer or countdown to automatically turn on and off lights based on everyday routines or to simulate that you’re home when on vacation to ward off intruders.

    ·        Group Control: create and control a group of Treatlife light switches. Easily add or remove switches from the group through the app to simultaneously turn on all the lights when you arrive home.

    ·        Works with: Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT, and the Smart Life iPhone and Android app.

    ·        Safe: ETL listed.

    ·        Easy to install: includes easy to follow directions and videos.

    ·        Sophisticated style: sleek white design with push button switch.

    ·        Warranty: provides two year quality warranty, 90-day money back guarantee, and lifetime customer support.

    Treatlife Smart Switch Type:

    Link to Buy:

    Price

    2 Pack - Treatlife Smart Light Switch - Single Pole, WiFi, Alexa/Google Assistant enabled.

    https://amzn.to/32JrCiK  

    $28.04

    4 Pack - Treatlife Smart Light Switch, Single Pole, WiFi, Alexa/Google Assistant enabled.

    https://amzn.to/38dY2D9 

    $55.24

    4 Pack Dimmable - Treatlife Smart Dimmer Switch, WiF, Single Pole, Alexa and Google Assistant enabled.

    https://amzn.to/2Txw8gk 

    $72.24

    NEW: 4 Pack Three Way - Treatlife Smart Light Switch, WiFi, Alexa, Google enabled.

    https://amzn.to/2Tj5Pvw 

    $76.49

     

    Never Worry if You Left Your Lights On 

    “You’ll never need to worry again if you left the lights on when you go out or when you are on vacation thousands of miles away,” said Allen Zhong, CEO, Treatlife. “Treatlife lets you view and control all your switches wherever you are for true security and peace of mind.”

    Pricing & Availability

    The Treatlife Smart Switches are available immediately through Amazon at: https://amzn.to/38iukgy.  The Smart Switches come with the switch, wall plate, wire labels, manual, and all the necessary accessories for installation. The switches connect to your home’s WiFi network without the need of a hub or extra equipment. For more information, see the website at: https://www.treatlife.tech/.

    Treatlife – Love the Way You Live

    Treatlife is a leading IoT Smart Home company that focuses on lighting systems for personal home use. The company believes that the only thing that moves faster than technology is our expectations. Like you, we expect technology to get simpler, demand less from us, integrate seamlessly into our lives, and just plain work. Nowhere is this more important than the technology we invite into our homes. Treatlife strives to incorporate this philosophy into every home device they create, making these home devices simpler, more effective, and seamless. For more information, see the website:  https://www.treatlife.tech/.


    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com
     
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    Treatlife Remote Control with App: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/treatliferemote.html 
    Treatlife Dimmable Smart Switch: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/treatlifedimmable.html 
    Treatlife Light Scheduling: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/treatlifelight.html  
    Treatlife with Alexa: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/treatlifealexa.html  

    Video:
    Treatlife YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUC0A0PcM1jwp5awb29NbyQ

     



     

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    VIVID-PIX ANNOUNCES “ROUND TUIT” EDUCATION PROGRAM --
    FREE & LOW-COST ONLINE FAMILY HISTORY GENEALOGY ACTIVITIES FOR QUARANTINED ADULTS, KIDS & FAMILIES

    Free and $1.99 Online Programs Keep Adults, Kids, Families, & the Secluded
    Educated, Entertained and Connected
    Create Your Family History: Restore and Organize Old Photos & Documents
    and Learn About Your Roots

    Classes Taught by the World’s Most Respected Historians, Genealogists, DNA Researchers, Lawyers, PBS & Travel Channel Genealogy Researchers, and Immigration Experts

    Vivid-Pix Education Site -1

    Savannah, GA, April 2, 2020 -- Vivid-Pix www.vivid-pix.com, announced today the Vivid-Pix “Round Tuit” (Get Around to It!) Online Education Program at https://vivid-pix.com/education that helps people during quarantine with classes priced for free or $1.99 to organize family photos and learn about their family history with the help of the world’s most respected historians, genealogists, and educators. The series is hosted by Daniel Earl www.familyhistoryguy.net and will be broadcast live each Tuesday and Friday evening, starting April 3rd, and available to view on demand at www.vivid-pix.com/education

    During this COVID-19 Quarantine, It’s the Right Time to Get “Round Tuit” to Organize Family Photos & History – Genealogy is the Second Most Popular Hobby in U.S. 

    Coronavirus COVID-19 home quarantine measures throughout most of the U.S. are putting a lot of pressure on families, individuals, and businesses in many different ways. People are looking for new and interesting ways to safely keep themselves and their children active and entertained to combat boredom, stress, and seclusion when isolated indoors. Now’s the time to organize and learn! Most people have boxes of photos and documents, in a closet, basement, attic, computer drive, and in photo albums and frames, that they’ve always wanted to organize. The Vivid-Pix online program teaches people how to organize, scan, improve, tag, store, and share photos and document memories and finally get started researching genealogy/family history to feel more connected to family and friends.  

    The Vivid-Pix Round Tuit site at https://vivid-pix.com/education helps:

    ·        Individuals and Families:  provides interesting, entertaining, and educational activities during long hours indoors.

    ·        Libraries: serves communities with closed libraries to shift to online programming and education.

    ·        Churches/Community Centers: allows congregations, church missions, and community services to continue to be served.

    ·        Societies: allows societies to continue to communicate with members who are unable to meet.

    ·        Businesses and Speakers: provides speaking outlets for people whose conferences and meetings have been cancelled.

     

    Historians and genealogy organizations participating include:

    ·        Kenyatta D. Berry: Topic – African American Genealogy. Berry is Host, Genealogy Roadshow (PBS), author of The Family Tree Toolkit, 2019 Honorary Chair for Preservation Week and contributor to The New York Times “1619 Project.”

    ·        Blaine Bettinger, The Genetic Genealogist: Topic – Genetic Genealogy. Bettinger examines the intersection of traditional genealogical techniques and modern genetic research, known as “genetic genealogy.”

    ·        Pat Erickson & Russ Worthington of Dear Myrtle Blog: Topic – Zoom Conferencing. Erickson and Worthington are educators and prolific writers of the award-winning top 5 family history DearMYRTLE Genealogy Blog, The Organized Genealogist Facebook Group, YouTube channel, and Google+ genealogy community.

    ·        Kirsty Gray, Family Wise Limited: Topic – British Genealogy. One of the leading genealogists in the UK and the only UK genealogy firm with a High Street presence. Gray leads a large team of genealogists who provide expert guidance on family history matters from adoption and DNA, legal/probate research, and more, as well as lecturing the world over.

    ·        Miyamoto Loretta Jensen: Topic – Polynesian and Pacific Isles Genealogy. A 2018 BYU graduate, Miya is a young professional genealogist who emphasizes her research in Polynesian family history and genealogy.

    ·        Peggy Lauritzen: Topic – Migration Trails to Ohio. A former Family History Director, she is a frequent speaker at genealogical societies, workshops, seminars, and webinars, including The Ohio Genealogical Society, The Ohio State University, and Brigham Young University.

    ·        Judy G. Russell, Legal Genealogist: Topic – The Law and a Reasonably Exhaustive Search. Russell is a leading genealogist with a law degree who writes and lectures on topics ranging from using court records in family history to understanding DNA testing.

    ·        David Ryan (MA DIPGEN): Topic – Irish Genealogy. Ryan is a genealogist and oral historian based in Cork City, Ireland, who has worked as a professional genealogist for the past six years as a researcher with the Cork Folklore Project, a community based oral history project in Cork City.

    ·        Katherine Schober, SK Translations:  Topic – German Church Records. Schober is an expert in the old German handwriting, translating letters, diaries, church records, and more to help people discover the words of their ancestors. As a translator, author, and engaging speaker, she teaches genealogists around the world how they too can get the most out of their German documents.

    ·        Diahan Southard, Your DNA Guide: Topic – DNA. A microbiologist for the Sorenson Molecular Genealogy Foundation, Southard created a correlated genetic and genealogical database.

    ·        Maureen Taylor, The Photo Detective®: Topic – Photo Organization. Maureen Taylor, the Photo Detective, is an internationally renowned expert in historic photo identification, preservation, and genealogical research.

    ·        Amie Tennant, The Genealogy Reporter: Topic – State Census Records. Tennant is a professional genealogist, internationally known speaker, and writer for NGS Magazine, the Ohio Genealogical Society News, OGS Quarterly, and Legacy News.

    ·        Rich Venezia, Rich Roots Genealogy: Topic – Immigration Records. Venezia, an immigration expert, was a member of the research team of Genealogy Roadshow (PBS) for two seasons and also consulted on Follow Your Past (Travel Channel). He researches family histories for private clients, TV shows, attorneys, and other genealogical research firms. He has been quoted in CNN, TIME Magazine, Washington Post, CBS News, Thrillist, and Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

    ·        Rick Voight, Vivid-Pix: Topic – Restoring Old Photos and Documents. Voight is a lifelong snapshooter and photography visionary in the imaging business for decades with leading photography companies, such as Vivid-Pix, Hewlett-Packard, and Kodak.

    ·        Katherine Willson, Social Media Genealogy: Topic Genealogy on Facebook. Willson is a dynamic genealogy lecturer at national conferences and author of The Genealogist’s Guide to Grand Rapids, Michigan.

    Vivid-Pix Round Tuit Photo

    “I’ve been in the photo business for 35 years and ‘Around To It’ is on everyone’s mind – getting around to organizing analog and digital images and researching your family history,” said Rick Voight, Founder & CEO, Vivid-Pix. “This is what prompted me to begin work helping family historians around the globe.

    A Vivid-Pix restored picture says a thousand words and brings back memories of the past.” 

    The Vivid-Pix “Round Tuit” photo and genealogy training program is available immediately at: https://vivid-pix.com/education with low-cost classes priced for free or $1.99. For more information, see: https://vivid-pix.com

     

    About Vivid-Pix 

    The one-stop solution for family historians, genealogists, and hobbyists, Vivid-Pix RESTORE patented artificial intelligence software automatically restores old, faded sepia, black and white, and color photographs and documents and provides image organization, editing, and searchable IPTC and EXIF compliant metadata tagging. The U.S. Patent Office has awarded a patent to Vivid-Pix for its image processing techniques used to automatically correct faded images. Vivid-Pix RESTORE is available for Mac and Windows for $49.99 at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/buy.html, with a no credit card required free trial at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html.  For more information, see the website at: https://vivid-pix.com/. 

    Vivid-Pix was founded by Rick Voight and Randy Fredlund, who have a combined 47 years of experience from Eastman Kodak Co. They brought Kodak’s “You Press the Button, We Do the Rest” philosophy to the design of Vivid-Pix RESTORE. For more info, see the website: https://vivid-pix.com/.

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    631-549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com
     
    Free trial download:  https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html
    Website: https://vivid-pix.com/
     
    Photos:
    Vivid-Pix Education Site -1: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixeducation1.html
    Vivid-Pix Education Site -2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixeducation2.html 
    Vivid-Pix Education Site -3: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixeducation3.html 
    Vivid-Pix Round Tuit Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixroundtuit.html
    Vivid-Pix Parade Photos - Before & After: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixparade.html 
    Baby – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixbabyphoto.html
    Children next to Fireplace – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixchildrennexttofireplace.html
    Maureen Taylor’s Valentine’s Day Card: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixvalentine.html
    Before: Maureen Taylor’s Wedding Photo of Parents: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixweddingbefore.html
    Template Maureen Taylor's Parent’s Wedding Photo of Parents: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixweddingafter.html 
    Maureen Taylor’s Photobook Created with Vivid-Pix Software: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixsoftware.html 
    Vivid-Pix Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixlogo.html
     

      Vivid-Pix Parade Photos - Before & After

    Vivid-Pix RESTORE: Before & After Photo

     


    Classkick Logo Classkick Photo - Student Classkick Photo - Students in Groups

    CLASSKICK ANNOUNCES FREE REAL-TIME VIRTUAL HOME SCHOOL LEARNING APP
    FOR CORONAVIRUS AFFECTED SCHOOLS THROUGHOUT U.S.
     
    COVID-19 Pandemic Causes Closure of Thousands of U.S. Schools
    Over 3,000 Schools Signed Up for Classkick in One Weekend Alone but Couldn’t Pay --
    Classkick Now Free for Coronavirus Affected Schools to Continue Children’s Education
     
    Children Learn from Home with Teacher’s Real-Time One-on-One Private Attention & Feedback
    for Superior Education

     

    Chicago, IL, March 23, 2020 -- Classkick, www.classkick.com, the leading virtual learning app that shows teachers in real-time exactly what students are thinking and learning, announced today that they are immediately offering the Classkick Pro School Membership for free for Coronavirus COVID-19 affected schools (a $1499 value). Because of the widespread U.S. school closures, in one weekend alone in March 2020, over 3,000 new schools signed up for Classkick’s remote learning app, with over 1,000 schools unable to pay immediately. With many more schools expected to close soon and children’s education at stake, Classkick is offering Classkick Pro School for free for all schools in need. To sign up, go to: https://classkick.com/coronavirus.   

    How do Teachers Continue to Teach Students Remotely and Maintain High Quality Education?  

    The pandemic and closure of thousands of schools across the U.S. has thrown teachers a curveball. How do they teach students remotely and maintain a high level of education with learning time vital and unreplaceable? Classkick ensures that students receive the best possible distance education during this unprecedented time, so students don’t lose years of education. Classkick connects students and their school work to their educational advocates, merging students, teachers, and parents together for a true virtual learning experience. Available for home or in-school virtual learning on iPads, Chromebooks, and Mac and PC computers, Classkick lets teachers, using any type of content (drawings, text, images, audio, links, videos, chat, and GIFs.) see and instantly respond to exactly what their students are thinking and working on in real-time. Students can ask for help privately, avoiding unwanted peer stigma, and teachers can pop into student work online to provide ideas, encouragement, support, and correction -- right on the student’s Classkick screen. Students can give even each other peer help and feedback! 

    Millions of Students World-wide Learn at their Own Pace – Classkick is High Rated by Net Promoter Score 

    Millions of students around the world are currently using Classkick to learn, from kindergarteners drawing pictures or recording their voice explanations to middle schoolers practicing literary skills and foreign languages to high school seniors doing calculus or physics. Because students see feedback immediately, they learn faster, enjoy learning, and are engaged. With Classkick, kids can continue their class study at home every day feeling supported, and excited to learn.  Learning is transformed from a chore into an intrinsic and fun experience. As one student says, “I get many more ‘at-bats’ than before, and I have a coach [the teacher] always by my side.” Classkick is ranked high by teachers and students alike, with a superior Net Promoter Score in the high 70s, higher than other edtech software and internet products whose numbers are typically in the 20-60 point range.

    Classkick App Photo - Student at Home

     

     Classkick App Photo - Calculus Teacher's View

    Calculus Class - Teachers Can View the Entire Class Working in Real-Time

     

    Equitable Education for All Students 

    “We envisioned a world with increased learning outcomes and equitable education for all students,” said Andrew Rowland, Founder & CEO, Classkick. “Research shows that the number one driver of student learning and development is great feedback. As former teachers ourselves, we have experienced how challenging it can be to reach every student at the right learning moment. We built Classkick to eliminate barriers, show teachers real-time student work, and pinpoint the most urgent needs so students can quickly learn and develop.” 

    Teachers love Classkick because it allows them to make their classroom paperless, see students working in real-time, and support students with just-in-time feedback. Mrs. Melinda Pecina-Bernal, a high school biology teacher at Fowler High School in Fowler, California, said,Thank you so much! After the flood of emotions and panic as to how I could keep my students learning and growing even if I am not there subsided, I set off to find amazing resources to supplement the resources I already had. I had never heard of Classkick, but it was recommended by my son’s second grade teacher. After looking into it, I was impressed and then shared with some of my fellow classroom teacher friends. Thank you and your team for understanding and reacting by working around the clock to make sure, like us teachers, to only want the best for our students, and they will be able to have just that. It takes a nation or even a world to help grow our next generation!”
     

    Classkick Features:

    ·        Students privately receive virtual feedback, corrections, and suggestions from teachers in real-time as if they were in the classroom.

    ·        Students can virtually raise their hands to alert the teacher of the need for help.

    ·        Teachers view the entire class working in real-time and can instantly give extensive feedback to each student separately or as a group.

    ·        Teachers see how each student is thinking.

    ·        Teachers can instantly reward students with gold stars, Bitmojis, GIFs, and other stickers.

    ·        Teachers can create or upload assignments and other content, including drawings, text, images, audio, links, videos, chat, and GIFs.

    ·        Teachers can assign a student roster and provide the class code to students to log-in from home.

    ·        Classkick works with Screencastify apps to make teaching screencasts. Screencastify uploads right to Youtube, which students can watch in Classkick.

    ·        Classkick links directly from an LMS (learning management system), such as Google Classroom and others, so students can log in and see their assignments for the day.

    ·        Currently in use worldwide in thousands of schools from grades kindergarten through high school and all school subjects.

    ·        Video how-to for teachers: https://youtu.be/W3qtvE42O8k.  

    Classkick Pricing classkick.com/pro:

    Classkick Pro School retail                                          $1499/year, unlimited teachers, 2,000 students

    Classkick Pro School renewal                                       $999/year, unlimited teachers, 2,000 students

    Classkick Pro School limited time discount                    $499/year, unlimited teachers, 2,000 students

    Single teacher price                                                       $96/year (27% off $10.99/month Membership)

    Classkick for Pro Schools affected by COVID-19        FREE (limited time)

    Classkick Basic                                                            FREE

     Available immediately for free for Coronavirus COVID-19 affected schools, teachers can sign up at: https://classkick.com/coronavirus,  website for more information: http://www.classkick.com,  email: pro@classkick.com.  

    About Classkick 

    Based in Chicago, Illinois, Classkick is the easiest to use, most pedagogically focused tool for the classrooms of tomorrow. Classkick is used internationally in over 100 countries to help teachers teach and learners learn. With an average class session time 200% greater than other products, Classkick is consistently rated by Net Promoter Score in the high 70s (most technology and edtech are rated between 20-60). Originally created for brick and mortar schools, Classkick saw an uptick in virtual school customers. Virtual teachers had fallen in love with the product because it made their students feel supported the way they would like to be in in-person classrooms with real-time visuals of all the content students were working on.  

    Classkick was founded by tech whiz Andrew Rowland, a former high school math and robotics teacher from Chicago’s West Side, who studied computer science at Berkeley and worked at Google and YouTube TV as a Partner Technology Manager. Rowland left Google with a hunger to continue impacting student learning on a daily basis and help all the hard-working teachers in their quest to assist students to achieve. That’s how Classkick began. For more information, see http://www.classkick.com.  

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas Public Relations, Inc.
    Phone: (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com
     

    Photos:
    Classkick Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/classkicklogo.html 
    Classkick App Photo - Student at Home: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/classkickstudentathome.html
    Classkick Photo - Students in Groups: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/classkickstudentgroups.html 
    Classkick Photo – Teacher: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/classkickteacher.html
    Classkick Photo -Student 2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/classkickstudent2.html 
    Classkick Virtual App Home Test Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/classkickhometest.html 
    Classkick Virtual App Photo - Teacher's View: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/classkickteachersview.html 
    Classkick Photo – Student: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/classkickstudent.html  
    Classkick App Photo - Calculus Teacher’s View: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/classkickview.html  

    Videos:
    Live in action: https://youtu.be/BwnwaLkQgmg
    Teacher: https://youtu.be/5S0xltBnGzk
    English sample: https://youtu.be/OnQSI4Yf_wg 
    How-to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3qtvE42O8k&list=PLRxpSUDPIfZm8Cm1B0KUWjoKu0SUlg3cQ&index=2
    Teacher in school: https://youtu.be/MVp7FBESzG0 
    To sign up: https://youtu.be/ui1uVCZPCcg
     


    Vivid-Pix Logo

    Rick Voight, CEO, Vivid-Pix

    Rick Voight, CEO, Vivid-Pix
    BIO 

    "Give your pics (and documents) the Vivid-Pix Fix!
    You click the mouse – We do the rest."

     

    Rick Voight, CEO, Vivid-Pix, is a lifelong snapshooter and photography visionary in the imaging business for decades with leading photography companies, such as Hewlett-Packard and Kodak. “Rick, Randy, and a few excellent people” created Vivid-Pix 8 years ago with a vision to make it fast, easy, and affordable for consumers to get and share better images, restoring decades-old photos to bring back precious memories that were thought to be long-gone. Vivid-Pix’s patented, AI software is in use in over 100 countries, enjoyed by young, young-at-heart, librarians, genealogists, historians, and more. Their software restores a slogan created a century ago by George Eastman, the founder of Kodak. Vivid-Pix’s slogan, “You click the mouse – We do the rest” is similar to Kodak’s “You press the button, we do the rest” -- a concept that revolutionized photography in America. 

    An innovative marketer at Hewlett-Packard, Rick was instrumental in creating the Retail Publishing Solutions Division, speeding up photo delivery to connect home, store, and online to deliver photos and gifts in minutes, an hour, or a few days. While at Kodak, Rick worked with just about every class-of-trade, developing relations and promotions with local, regional, national, and international sporting teams, theme parks, and organizations; creating new technologies and revenue for the company and its partners. 

    His favorite personal achievements are raising a daughter, who is a Captain in the U.S. Air Force, with his wife of over 30 years and working as a volunteer and board member in multiple non-profit organizations. Rick holds multiple degrees in Applied Science, Business Management, Business Administration, and Finance from the Rochester Institute of Technology and University of South Florida. 

    A picture says a thousand words, and video speaks volumes. Learn more about Vivid-Pix, Video:  https://vivid-pix.com/learn-support/restore-tutorials.html

    Website: www.vivid-pix.com

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    631-549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com

     


    Treatlife LogoTreatlife Smart Switch Treatlife Remote Control with App

     TREATLIFE LAUNCHES NEW SMART SWITCHES WITH
    AMAZON DEAL OF THE DAY ON MARCH 14, 2020 FOR 20% OFF

    TREATLIFE SWITCHES SELECTED AS AMAZON’S “#1 NEW RELEASE” &
    “AMAZON’S CHOICE”

    Treatlife New Alexa/Google Enabled Smart Switches Include 2-4 Pack
    Three Way, Dimmable, & Single Pole Smart Switches –
    20% Off on March 14, 2020 from 12:00 AM PST - 11:55 PM PST
    Through Amazon at: https://amzn.to/38iukgy 

    Make All Your Home Switches Smart for a Low Price

    Treatlife Dimmable Smart Switch

    Treatlife Dimmable Smart Switch 

    March 13, 2020, Hong Kong -- Treatlife https://www.treatlife.tech/ ,  leading creator of IoT Smart Home lighting systems, announced today the launch of new Smart Switches with the Treatlife Deal of the Day (DOTD) on Amazon. For one day only, starting tonight at 12 AM PST, from Saturday, March 14th at 12:00 AM PST – 11:55 PM PST, two to four packs of Treatlife Smart Switches will be priced at 20-22% off at: https://amzn.to/38iukgy.  

    Easy & Safe to Install – Voice Activated, Works with Alexa & Google Assistant 

    Treatlife lets you make your entire home’s switches smart for a low cost, allowing you to turn on and off lights and appliances automatically through voice activated Alexa, Google Assistant, or through the iPhone and Android app. Constructed for an artistic look with maximum practicality, Treatlife’s  line of Smart Switches include the new 4 pack 3-Way Smart Switches, which control lights from two different locations (selected “#1 New Release” by Amazon), as well as Treatlife’s 4 Pack Dimmable Smart Switches and 2-4 Pack Single Pole Smart Switches (both chosen as “Amazon’s Choice”). Easy and safe to install, Treatlife provides step-by-step instructions with online videos to guide you through the wiring process. The switches require WiFi and a neutral wire for installation. They are standard size and attach with an included elegant snap-on wall plate.

    Treatlife Light Scheduling Treatlife Alexa

     

    Treatlife Smart Switch Features include:

    ·        Voice Control: hands-free convenience to control lights with your voice via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant -- perfect when your hands are full or when entering a dark room.

    ·        WiFi Enabled Remote Control: control your lights anywhere with a smartphone, whether at home, in the office, or on vacation. Monitor real-time light status, share devices, and even control groups of lights with a tap of the smartphone screen.

    ·        Create Schedules: use the timer or countdown to automatically turn on and off lights based on everyday routines or to simulate that you’re home when on vacation to ward off intruders.

    ·        Group Control: create and control a group of Treatlife light switches. Easily add or remove switches from the group through the app to simultaneously turn on all the lights when you arrive home.

    ·        Works with: Alexa, Google Assistant,  IFTTT, and the Smart Life iPhone and Android app.

    ·        Safe: ETL listed.

    ·        Easy to install: includes easy to follow directions and videos.

    ·        Sophisticated style: sleek white design with push button switch.

    ·        Warranty: provides two year quality warranty, 90-day money back guarantee, and lifetime customer support.

    Treatlife Smart Switch Type:

    Link to Buy:

    DOTD Deal

    20%-22% Off:

    2 Pack - Treatlife Smart Light Switch - Single Pole, WiFi, Alexa/Google Assistant enabled.

    https://amzn.to/32JrCiK 

    $26.39

    (normally
    $32.99)

    4 Pack - Treatlife Smart Light Switch - Single Pole, WiFi, Alexa/Google Assistant enabled.

    https://amzn.to/3arWbwl

    $47.99 (normally $59.99)

    4 Pack (newer style) - Treatlife Smart Light Switch, Single Pole, WiFi, Alexa/Google Assistant enabled.

    https://amzn.to/38dY2D9

    $50.69 (Normally $64.99)

    4 Pack Dimmable - Treatlife Smart Dimmer Switch, WiF, Single Pole, Alexa and Google Assistant enabled.

    https://amzn.to/2Txw8gk

    $67.99 (Normally $84.99)

    NEW: 4 Pack Three Way - Treatlife Smart Light Switch, WiFi, Alexa, Google enabled.

    https://amzn.to/2Tj5Pvw

    $71.99 (Normally $89.99)

     

    Never Worry if You Left Your Lights On 

    “You’ll never need to worry again if you left the lights on when you go out or when you are on vacation thousands of miles away,” said Allen Zhong, CEO, Treatlife. “Treatlife lets you view and control all your switches wherever you are for true security and peace of mind.” 

    Pricing & Availability 

    The Treatlife Smart Switches are available immediately with a one-day DOTD discount on Saturday, March 14 from 12:00 AM PST - 11:55 PM PST for 20% off. Prices are from $26.39 for a 2 pack single pole to $71.99 for a 4 pack three way Smart Switch through Amazon at: https://amzn.to/38iukgy .  The Smart Switches come with the switch, wall plate, wire labels, manual, and all the necessary accessories for installation. The switches connect to your home’s WiFi network without the need of a hub or extra equipment. For more information, see the website at: https://www.treatlife.tech/ .  

    Treatlife – Love the Way You Live 

    Treatlife is a leading IoT Smart Home company that focuses on lighting systems for personal home use. The company believes that the only thing that moves faster than technology is our expectations. Like you, we expect technology to get simpler, demand less from us, integrate seamlessly into our lives, and just plain work. Nowhere is this more important than the technology we invite into our homes. Treatlife strives to incorporate this philosophy into every home device they create, making these home devices simpler, more effective, and seamless. For more information, see the website: https://www.treatlife.tech/ .


    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com
    http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com
     
    Photos:
    Treatlife Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/treatlifelogo.html
    Treatlife Smart Switch: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/treatlifesmartswitch.html 
    Treatlife Remote Control with App: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/treatliferemote.html 
    Treatlife Dimmable Smart Switch: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/treatlifedimmable.html 
    Treatlife Light Scheduling: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/treatlifelight.html 
    Treatlife with Alexa: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/treatlifealexa.html 

    Video:
    Treatlife YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUC0A0PcM1jwp5awb29NbyQ


    Thomas PR Logo Stacked

    THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS SIGNS TWO NEW SMART HOME CLIENTS 

    Thomas PR Signs Treatlife Home Automation Products Including Smart Switches and

    Vivid-Pix AI-Based Image Restoration Software 

    March 4, 2020, East Northport, NY -- Thomas Public Relations, Inc. http://www.thomaspr.com, the preeminent PR agency specializing in high-tech and consumer electronics, including autonomous, sensors, wearables, AI, VR, and IoT, announced today that it has signed two new smart home clients:

    ·        Treatlife:  creator of IoT Home Automation products, including smart switches https://www.treatlife.tech/.

    ·        Vivid-Pix:  Artificial Intelligence-based image restoration software that brings decades-old image memories back to life https://vivid-pix.com/

    Thomas PR clients include technology innovators, including BeBop Sensors, RoboSense, MicroVision, Sensoria, and many others. Thomas PR is a pioneer in digital imaging and photography, known for representing and launching the Olympus digital camera line, winning hundreds of industry awards and propelling Olympus to number two in U.S. sales. Thomas PR has also represented many other leaders in photography, including Lexar Media, Fotonation, Foveon, Corsair, and more. Thomas PR’s services include reviews, interviews, press releases, press tours, trade show PR, and awards. The company has extensive relationships with national and international press, including The Today Show, CNN, Good Morning America, Fox-TV, Wired, BBC-TV, Stern, NY Times.

    Thomas PR President and CEO, Karen Thomas is Chair of the PR Committee for the Stevie Awards, American Business Awards, and a judge for the CES Innovation Awards, and others. Thomas was recently awarded the Long Island Business News Excellence in Communication Award for Best PR Campaign for their Shenzhen, China Government Press Event held at CES. Thomas was also named Onalytica’s “Top 100 Influencers and Brands” and is the creator of the original and longest running Party List for technology trade shows, “The Official KarenNet Party List.” Ms. Thomas has served on the boards of PMDA, IPC, LISTNET and many other organizations for technology, photography, and digital imaging. For more info, see: http://www.thomaspr.com  and http://www.thomasprsocial.com.

    THOMAS PR JUDGING & AWARDS:

    ·        JUDGE – Chair, PR Judging Committee, American Business Awards 2020
    ·        JUDGE - American Business Awards – Stevie Awards – 2019 & 2018
    ·        JUDGE - Cyber Security Awards 2019
    ·        JUDGE – CES 2019 Innovation Awards
    ·        JUDGE – Business Intelligence Group PR Awards 2019
    ·        JUDGE – SVUS Awards – Best CEO & Technology 2018
    ·        JUDGE - Edison Awards 2018 & 2017
    ·        JUDGE - IT World Awards 2017
    ·        JUDGE - CES Asia Innovation Awards 2019 & 2017
    ·        JUDGE - CEO World Awards 2017
    ·        WINNER - LIBN Excellence in Communication Award 2017 - Best PR Campaign
    ·        WINNER - PR News Social Shake-up Movers & Shakers Award 2017
    ·        WINNER - Onalytica Top 100 PR Influencer Award 2015
    ·        WINNER - PR SourceCode Top Tech Communicator 


    Thomas PR websites:
    http://www.thomaspr.com
    http://www.thomasprsocial.com

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas / Eva Yutani, Thomas PR
    Phone: (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com  
     
    Connect with Thomas PR on Social Media:
    Linked-in: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomaspr/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karenthomaspr
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    VIVID-PIX LAUNCHES “YOUR CITY - YOUR STORY” 11 CITY TOUR –IMAGE RESTORATION SOFTWARE BRINGS FAMILY STORIES & MEMORIES BACK TO LIFE
     
    Crosses U.S. to Showcase Patented AI Photo & Document Restoration Software and Education Programs for Family Historians, Genealogists, & Hobbyists
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    Vivid-Pix RESTORE Before & After Photo

     

    Savannah, GA, February 18, 2020 – Vivid-Pix www.vivid-pix.com launched a 11 city “Your City - Your Story” U.S. tour to showcase its patented Vivid-Pix RESTORE AI photo and document restoration software that automatically restores treasured memories with just one-click. The Vivid-Pix journey includes the largest family history event in the world, RootsTech, held Feb. 26-29 in Salt Lake City, Utah.  

    The Vivid-Pix tour includes events throughout the U.S. at genealogical society conferences, libraries, and other points of interest to educate attendees on how to create and share family stories and illustrate the power of Vivid-Pix RESTORE. Vivid-Pix tour dates are listed below. Follow the tour at:  https://vivid-pix.com/your-city-your-story.  

    RESTORE, the one-stop solution for family historians, genealogists, hobbyists and others, automatically corrects old, faded sepia, black and white, and color photographs.  Not limited to just photographs alone, RESTORE’s patented artificial intelligence also improves documents, and provides image organization, editing, and searchable IPTC and EXIF compliant metadata tagging. The U.S. Patent Office has awarded a patent to Vivid-Pix for its image processing techniques used to automatically correct faded images.  

    Vivid-Pix at RootsTech 10th Anniversary Conference – Attendees can “Create & Share Your Story” by Recording Videos that Document Stories for Future Generations

    At RootsTech 2020, Vivid-Pix will be exhibiting at Booth #533 and providing the opportunity for attendees to create a free “Share Your Story” video to document their history for future generations. Videos will be created by Vivid-Pix and posted on the Vivid-Pix website and on a dedicated YouTube page for viewing.  

    “Genealogy is the second most popular hobby in the U.S. (second to gardening). A Vivid-Pix restored picture says a thousand words and brings back memories of the past,” said Rick Voight, CEO, Vivid-Pix. Rick Voight will be speaking at the RootsTech conference on February 27 at 1:40 PM at the RootsTech Demo Theater.

    Vivid-Pix 27 City Tour 2020

    The Vivid-Pix Tour Crosses the U.S.

     

    The Vivid-Pix “Your City - Your Story” tour includes stops at:

    ·        • February 17: Muskogee, OK – Muskogee Genealogical Society, Three Rivers Museum, 6:30 PM
    • February 26-29: Salt Lake City, UT – RootsTech – presenting in Demo Theater, Feb. 27, 1:40 PM
    • March 9: Phoenix, AZ – West Valley Genealogical Society
    • March 25: The Villages, FL – The Villages Genealogical Society – presenting in Demo Theater
    • April 6: Leesburg, FL – Lake County Genealogical Society – Leesburg Public Library, 6:30 PM
    • April 26: Fort Wayne, IN – Allen County Public Library – Main Downtown Library, 2:30 PM
    • April 29-May 2: Sandusky, OH – Ohio Genealogical Society – presenting in Demo Theater
    • May 20-23: Salt Lake City, UT – National Genealogical Society
    • June 5-7: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada – Ontario Genealogical Society – presenting in Demo Theater
    • June 25-30: Chicago, IL – American Library Association Annual
    • Sept 2-5: Federation of Genealogical Societies – Kansas City, MO

     

    Vivid-Pix RESTORE Availability

    Vivid-Pix RESTORE is available for Mac and Windows for $49.99 at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/buy.html, with a no credit card required free trial at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html.  For more information, see the website at: https://vivid-pix.com/.

    About Vivid-Pix

    Vivid-Pix was founded by Rick Voight and Randy Fredlund, who have a combined 47 years of experience from Eastman Kodak Co. They brought Kodak’s “You Press the Button, We Do the Rest” philosophy to the design of Vivid-Pix RESTORE. For more info, see the website: https://vivid-pix.com/.

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    Free trial download:  https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html 
    Website: https://vivid-pix.com/ 
     
    Photos:
    Vivid-Pix Parade Photos - Before & After: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixparade.html 
    Vivid-Pix 11 City Tour 2020: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixcitytour.html 
    RESTORE overview graphic: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixrestoreoverview.html 
    Baby – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixbabyphoto.html 
    Children next to Fireplace – Photo Restored with Vivid-Pix: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixchildrennexttofireplace.html 
    Maureen Taylor’s Valentine’s Day Card: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixvalentine.html 
    Before: Maureen Taylor’s Wedding Photo of Parents: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixweddingbefore.html 
    Template Maureen Taylor's Parent’s Wedding Photo of Parents: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixweddingafter.html 
    Maureen Taylor’s Photobook Created with Vivid-Pix Software: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixsoftware.html 
    Vivid-Pix Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/vividpixlogo.html 

     

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    THE PERFECT VALENTINE’S GIFT – CREATE A VALENTINE’S DAY CARD
    FROM RESTORED FADED PHOTOS WITH VIVID-PIX
     
    Patented Vivid-Pix RESTORE Brings Back Lost Memories with AI Restoration Software
    For Family Historians, Genealogists, Archivists, Hobbyists, & More
    Maureen Taylor's Valentine's Day Card

    February 4, 2020, Savannah, GA -- Vivid-Pix RESTORE www.vivid-pix.com patented AI software instantly brings treasured memories back to life, creating a fun and easy way to make a Valentine’s Day Card from faded photos. The one-stop solution for family historians, genealogists, archivists, hobbyists and more, Vivid-Pix artificial intelligence software instantly restores decades-old faded photos and documents, including scanned prints, slides, glass plates, tintypes, letters, journals, records, newspaper clippings, family memoirs, holiday cards, and more.

     

    Vivid-Pix RESTORE improves the color and contrast of scanned, faded images and digital photos, as well as scanned records, letters, and documents. The U.S. Patent Office has awarded a patent to Vivid-Pix for the image processing used to improve images for the automatic correction of faded images covering the techniques used in Vivid-Pix RESTORE.

     

    Vivid-Pix is the perfect Valentine’s Day gift. Renowned historian Maureen Taylor, The Photo Detective®, used Vivid-Pix to create a gift from her mother’s faded wedding album. “While all old photo albums fade with age, Mom’s was the worst! – The film processing or printing was done poorly and mom never really enjoyed her wedding album.” Taylor scanned the photos and restored them with Vivid-Pix. “Mom was thrilled,” she said.

     

    To create a Valentine’s Day card, go to:  https://vivid-pix.com/treasuredgifts/entry/valentinesdaygiftrecipe.html.

    Availability 

    Vivid-Pix RESTORE is available immediately for Mac and Windows for $49.99 at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/buy.html,  with a free trial available at: https://vivid-pix.com/restore/free-trial.html.  For more information, see the website at: https://vivid-pix.com/.

     

    About Vivid-Pix

    Vivid-Pix was founded by Rick Voight and Randy Fredlund, who have a combined 47 years of experience from Eastman Kodak Co. They brought Kodak’s “You Press the Button, We Do the Rest” philosophy to the design of Vivid-Pix RESTORE. For more info, see the website: https://vivid-pix.com/

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    ROBOSENSE ANNOUNCES WORLD ’S FIRST PUBLIC ROAD TEST OF VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH SMART LIDAR SENSOR AT CES 2020
    RoboSense Smart LiDAR Car Features World’s First MEMS Smart LiDAR with
    Built-in AI Algorithm Perception Results
     
    Road Tests Running Daily Outside LVCC at CES 2020, with Real-time 3D Point Cloud Data Simultaneously Displayed at RoboSense’s CES Booth
     

    January 7, 2020, Las Vegas, Nevada -- RoboSense (http://www.robosense.ai), the leading autonomous driving LiDAR perception solution provider, announced today the world’s first public road test of a vehicle equipped with a Smart LiDAR Sensor at CES 2020. The RoboSense Smart LiDAR car, featuring the award-winning RS-LiDAR-M1 Smart LiDAR, will be running outside the Las Vegas Convention Center daily during CES 2020, showing the latest technological progress in autonomous vehicle LiDAR. Simultaneous exhibitions will be held at RoboSense’s CES Booth #6138 at the LVCC, North Hall showcasing the real-time 3D point cloud data on a vehicle equipped with the multi-LiDAR fusion system. 

    First MEMS Smart LiDAR Sensor to Incorporate Sensor Hardware, AI Perception Algorithms, & IC Chipsets 

    The RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1 Smart LiDAR is the world’s first MEMS Smart LiDAR Sensor to incorporate sensor hardware, AI perception algorithms, and IC chipsets, transforming conventional LiDAR sensors from an information collector to a complete data analysis and comprehension system, providing essential information for autonomous vehicle decision-making faster than ever before. The RS-LiDAR-M1 is the winner of the CES Innovation Award for two consecutive years in a row, 2019 and 2020.

     

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    CES Innovation Award Winner RS-LiDAR-M1

     

    RoboSense Co-Partner and Vice President Dr. Leilei Shinohara, said, “Based on extensive data optimization, RoboSense’s algorithm performance and software stability and reliability have proven to have many key advantages. Developed by RoboSense after more than a decade of exhaustive research in perception technology, it has combined the deep learning-based AI algorithm performance advantages with traditional algorithms to provide functional safety. Since 2017, RoboSense’s algorithms have gained more than 100 global partners for various types of autonomous driving scenario certifications.” 

    World’s First & Only Smart LiDAR Capable of Real Road Tests on Open Roads 

    At CES and on the streets of Las Vegas, the RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1 is demonstrating that it is the world’s first and only smart LiDAR capable of real road tests on open roads. The road tests showcase the advantages of RoboSense’s RS-LiDAR-M1 smart LiDAR as compared to other LiDAR, including: 

    RS-LiDAR-M1 Features:

    ·        Provides high-resolution 3D point cloud data faster than traditional LiDAR.

    ·        Outputs structured semantic-level comprehensive environment information in real-time, including RoboSense’s own high-precision positioning, free space detection, dynamic object tracking, and obstacle detection, identification, and classification for autonomous vehicle decision-making, improving autonomous driving safety.

    ·        Helps OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers quickly deploy LiDAR into mass-produced autonomous vehicles and ADAS systems, saving research time and cost.

    ·        The final serial production version of the RS-LiDAR-M1 Smart will include additional functions, such as automatic calibration, window fog detection, sleep mode, and automatic wake-up to further improve autonomous driving feasibility and safety, saving time on maintenance.

    ·        Multi- LiDAR fusion system synchronous display.  

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    Robosense 128-Beam LiDAR RS-Ruby 

    128 Laser Beam System & Fastest Mass-produced Short-range LiDAR for Blind Spot Detection 

    During CES 2020, the RoboSense 128-beam LiDAR RS-Ruby and the short-range blind spot LiDAR RS-BPearl will also be showcased at CES with a public road demo and simultaneous demonstration at the RoboSense Booth. This super high-performance 128-beam LiDAR RS-Ruby possesses an ultra-high resolution of 0.1°, capable of object image detail with near pixel-level scanning. Combined with the range performance of 200m for a 10% reflectivity target, the RS-Ruby is capable of obstacle perception from a long distance of 200 meters. Meanwhile, the sensor has achieved a perfect balance between the consistency and distinction of reflectivity, further facilitating accurate road sign extraction and localization.

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    RoboSense RS-Bpearl

     

    The RS-BPearl, the first mass-produced short-range LiDAR for blind-spot detection, reaches the minimum detection range of less than several centimeters, with hemispheric FOV coverage of 90 ° * 360 °, which not only precisely identifies objects around the vehicle’s body, but can also detect the actual height information in particular scenarios, such as with bridge tunnels and culverts, further improving autonomous driving decisions and greatly improving car safety. 

    RS-Fusion-P5 has included 4 embedded RS-BPearl around the vehicle and one RS-Ruby on the top, making it the perfect multi-LiDAR fusion solution for Robo-Taxi. It is able to achieve full coverage of the sensing area with zero blind spots in the vehicle's driving space.

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    RoboSense Partner Demonstrations at CES 2020 

    RoboSense has established partnerships with many companies throughout the entire industry chain, including manufacturers of semiconductors and chipsets, global automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and autonomous driving solution providers. RoboSense has partnerships with numerous industry leaders who will be announcing partnerships and co-demonstrating with RoboSense at CES, including ON Semiconductor, Xilinx, Horizon, AutoX, and Freetech. 

    Wade Appelman, Vice President of ISG, SensL Division, ON Semiconductor, said, “The combo of RoboSense LiDAR with the ON Semiconductor RD Series SiPM family of products will perform much better than the older APD technology employed by legacy LiDAR manufacturers using mechanical scanning architectures, further enhancing the performance of the RS-LiDAR-M1 to be one of the best in the automotive LiDAR market.”  

    About RoboSense 

    The world’s leading autonomous driving LiDAR perception solution provider, RoboSense supplies LiDAR technologies to a wide range of domestic and international autonomous driving technology companies, OEMs, and tier 1 suppliers. RoboSense technologies are widely used in autonomous driving logistics vehicles, buses, and passenger cars, with partners including SAIC, BAIC, Baidu, Cainiao Network, JD.com, Samsung, ControlWorks, Aidrivers, and more. In China, RoboSense has received more than 300 million RMB in strategic investments from Alibaba’s Cainiao Network, SAIC, and BAIC, making RoboSense Asia’s number one LiDAR company, with the largest funding in China’s LiDAR industry. RoboSense has won numerous international awards, including the CES 2020 and 2019 Innovation Awards, the 2019 AutoSens Award, and the 2019 Stevie Award - Gold Award. For more information on RoboSense, see the website at: http://www.robosense.ai.


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    RoboSense CES Innovation Award RS-LiDAR-M1: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenserslidarm1sensor2.html 
    Onsite road tests:
    Robosense 128-Beam LiDAR RS-Ruby: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosense128beamlidar.html 
    Robosense RS-Bpearl: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensersbpearl.html 
    RoboSense Partners: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensepartners.html 
    RoboSense CES Innovation Award RS-LiDAR-M1 http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenserslidarm1sensor2.html 
    RS-Ruby http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensersruby.html 
    Robosense RS-Bpearl Detection Range:
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DufU0A3lxRsWM2mMeMd40TmSoY7o-lzu/view?usp=sharing 

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    RS-Ruby Real-time Results:
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    https://drive.google.com/file/d/10NREp9G9CRUNFTGrqJXNWuE_lCzFyABs/view?usp=sharing 
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HQ8MMyZwiKeC3eMXeQ7wHZV41CU2U5Q8/view?usp=sharing 
    RS-Bpearl Corner Objects Detection:
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Y-klYQoEBUqvDbBwn9x8R4J2rrBEe1Kr/view?usp=sharing 

    Video:
    RoboSense RS-Fusion-P5 Real-time Results: https://youtu.be/GIoXfZnRnY0 


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    Thomas PR
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    THE OFFICIAL THOMAS PR® KARENNET CES® PARTY LIST JANUARY 7-10, 2020 - LAS VEGAS at http://www.thomas-pr.com/01/ces2020.html


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    THOMAS PR TECHNOLOGY CLIENTS AT CES 2020:

     

    Please tell me when’s good for you to meet at CES 2020 with Thomas PR clients below for virtual touch screens for IoT devices, tiny automotive LiDAR, first medical rehab system with IoT footwear and braces, and VR haptic gloves. See info below:

    Thanks –

    Karen Thomas, Thomas PR

    Email: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / website: www.thomasprsocial.com  / cell: 516-527-9111

     

    •           MICROVISION – WESTGATE SUITES #571, Fifth Floor – (previously LV Hilton): MicroVision [NASDAQ: MVIS] is the leader in innovative laser beam scanning technology with an ultra-miniature sensing and projection solution pioneered by the company. MicroVision will introduce a high brightness Class 1 interactive display module, which enables virtual touch screens from a tiny module to create natural user interfaces for IoT devices. They are also introducing miniature automotive LiDAR technology and autonomous vehicle technology. Website: www.microvision.com.

     

    •           SENSORIA HEALTH – SANDS EUREKA – LEVEL 1, BOOTH #52722 (stand #15): leading AI software and sensor infused IoT footwear, apparel and accessories. Sensoria Health will be announcing the first end-to-end knee replacement surgery experience. The new Sensoria remote rehab system includes the new Sensoria Smart Knee Brace and smart socks v2.0 with remote patient monitoring of range of motion, patient balance, and other biometric and physiological sensing capabilities. Press Release: http://www.thomas-pr.com/sensoriahealth/sensoriahealthces2020release.html website: www.sensoriahealth.com

     

    •           BEBOP SENSORS - BOOTH #22032 – LVCC, SOUTH HALL 1:

    Winner of the TIME Magazine Best Inventions of the Year, BeBop Sensors will introduce the Forte Data Glove affordable all-day wireless VR/AR glove -- world’s first all-in-one VR enterprise training and design system, now compatible with Oculus Quest, Microsoft Windows Mixed Reality, HTC, and more. The BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove provides a complete VR headset/data glove solution that fits in a small bag for easy shipping with almost no set-up for on-the-go VR enterprise training and maintenance anywhere/anytime for industrial, medical, human factors, virtual reality, gaming, design, and more. BeBop Sensors will also be introducing new flexible fabric sensor products at the show. Press Release: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorsfortegloveces2020release.html  Website: www.bebopsensors.com 

     

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    RoboSense Logo New World's Smallest MEMS-Based solid-state LiDAR, RS-LiDAR-M1

     

    ROBOSENSE 125-LASER BEAM SOLID-STATE LIDAR: RS-LiDAR-M1
    IS OFFICIALLY ON SALE PRICED AT $1,898
     
    World’s First Smart LiDAR Sensor Will Be Demonstrated at CES 2020
    with On-Vehicle Public Road Test
     

    January 2, 2020, Shenzhen, China -- RoboSense http://www.robosense.ai, the world’s leading autonomous driving LiDAR perception solution provider, announced today that the solid-state LiDAR RS-LiDAR-M1Simple (Simple Sensor Version) is now ready for customer delivery, priced at $1,898. The new RS-LiDAR-M1Simple is less than half the size of the previous version, with dimensions of 4.3” x 1.9” x 4.7” (110mm x 50mm x 120mm), and is equipped with enhanced hardware performance virtually equal to the serial production version provided to OEMs. The main body design of this automotive-grade solid-state LiDAR is finalized and ready for shipment.  

    In addition, RoboSense will demonstrate the world’s first smart solid-state LiDAR, the RS-LiDAR-M1Smart (Smart Sensor Version), at CES 2020 in Las Vegas, Booth 6138, LVCC North Hall from Jan 7-10, 2020 with an on-vehicle public road test. Products will be available for ordering by key customers. The RS-LiDAR-M1Smart main body is embedded with an AI perception algorithm that fully takes advantage of LiDAR’s potential to transform conventional 3D LiDAR sensors to a full data analysis and comprehension system, outputting semantic-level structured environment information in real-time to be used directly for autonomous vehicle decision making.     

    The RS-LiDAR-M1 family inherits the performance advantages of traditional mechanical LiDAR, simultaneously also taking into consideration requirements for the mass production of vehicles. The RS-LiDAR-M1 family meets every automotive-grade requirement, including intelligence, low cost, stability, simplified structure and small size, vehicle body design friendliness, and algorithm processed semantic-level perception output results. 

    “The RS-LiDAR-M1 is an optimal choice for the serial production of self-driving cars, far superior to mechanical LiDAR. The sooner solid-state LiDAR is used, the sooner production will be accelerated to mass-market levels,” said Mark Qiu, RoboSense COO. 

    RS-LiDAR-M1 Family Features: 

    l        125 laser beams with exceptional performance: the RS-LiDAR-M1 has a field of view of 120°*25°, which is the MEMS solid-state LiDAR’s largest field of view among released products worldwide. RoboSense uses 905nm lasers with low cost, automotive grade and small size instead of expensive 1550nm lasers. At the same time, RoboSense continuously breaks ranging ability limits to 150m at 10% NIST target, which is also MEMS solid-state LiDAR’s longest detection range. The frame rate of RS-LiDAR-M1 is increased to 15Hz, which can reduce the impact of point cloud distortion caused by target movement.  

    l        World’s smallest MEMS solid-state LiDAR: the size has been reduced by half, one-tenth the size of conventional 64-beam mechanical LiDAR. The RS-LiDAR-M1 can be easily embedded in the car’s body while still maintaining the vehicle’s appearance intact.

    l        Reduced parts for lower cost, shorter production time, and large-scale production capacity: provides high performance, low cost, high stability, manufacturability, and a high degree of integration because of its unique patented optical module. Parts have reduced from hundreds to dozens in comparison to traditional mechanical LiDARs, greatly reducing the cost and shortening production time -- achieving a breakthrough in manufacturability. The coin-sized module processes the optical-mechanical system results to meet autonomous driving performance and mass production requirements.

    l        Modular design: the scalability and layout flexibility of the optical module lay the foundation for subsequent MEMS LiDAR products and support the customization of products for different application cases.

    l        Stable and reliable: the RS-LiDAR-M1 uses VDA6.3 as the basis for project management, and the development of all modules undergoes a complete V model closed loop. RoboSense fully implemented IATF16949 quality management system and ISO26262 functional safety standards, combining ISO16750 test requirement and other automotive-grade reliability specifications to verify the RS-LiDAR-M1 series of products. MEMS mirror is the core component in RS-LiDAR-M1. According to the AEC-Q100 standard, combining the characteristics of MEMS micro-mirror, a total of ten verification test groups are designed covering temperature, humidity, packaging process, electromagnetic compatibility, mechanical vibration and shock, life-time, and others. The cumulative test time for all test samples has now exceeded 100,000 hours. The RS-LiDAR-M1 uses 905nm lasers to achieve long-distance and also meets Class 1 laser safety. The longest-running prototype has been tested for more than 300 days, while the total road test mileage exceeds 150,000 kilometers with no degradation found in various testing scenarios.

    l         All-weather: In Vienna, Austria, the RS-LiDAR-M1 was tested for rain and fog under different light and wind speed conditions. The test results prove that the RS-LiDAR-M1 has met the standards, and the final mass-produced RS-LiDAR-M1 will adapt to all climatic and working conditions.

    l        Minimal wear and tear: as a solid-state LiDAR, the RS-LiDAR-M1 has minimal wear and tear vs. movable mechanical structures, eliminating potential optoelectronic device failures due to mechanical rotation. The characteristics of solid-state provide a reasonable internal layout, heat dissipation, and stability -- a leap in quality as compared to mechanical LiDAR. 

    The RS-LiDAR-M1Smart is a comprehensive system with sensor hardware, AI point cloud algorithm, and chipsets, which provides an end-to-end customer environment perception solution. RoboSense’s powerful AI perception algorithm injects the sensor with structured semantic-level comprehensive information, focusing on the perception of moving objects. 

    The RS-LiDAR-M1Smart Features:

    ·        Adapts to complex traffic conditions.

    ·        Supports multiple driving scenarios.

    ·        Supports dense traffic flow, such as mixing pedestrians and vehicles in intersections during peak hours.

    ·        Comprehensive perception of a wide range of dynamic, static, and background objects.

    ·        Achieves semantic level prediction for 3D point clouds.

    ·        Handles the challenges caused by two-wheel vehicles (motorcycles, bicycles, etc.) and pedestrians who do not follow traffic rules.

    ·        Over-segmentation and under-segmentation are fixed based on the clustering algorithm. The robustness against sparse point clouds ensures the integrity of object detection.

    ·        Outputs two redundant channels of data: the original point cloud and the object list. The two channels of data are redundant to provide vehicles with a wide range of sensing results, including dynamic and static and inside and outside the road.

    Availability and Pricing 

    The hardware-only version of RS-LiDAR-M1 is currently available for customers, with a retail price of $1898. RoboSense will deliver current orders from key customers and upgrade the production line in Q1 2020, completing retail product delivery by Q1 2020. The smart sensor version of the RS-LiDAR-M1 is currently available for key customers who have purchased the solid-state LiDAR A-C Sample Kit, and will be available to all customers after Q1 2020. For orders or to contact a RoboSense account manager, visit www.robosense.ai/buy.  

    About RoboSense 

    The world’s leading autonomous driving LiDAR perception solution provider, RoboSense supplies LiDAR technologies to a wide range of domestic and international autonomous driving technology companies, OEMs, and tier 1 suppliers. RoboSense technologies are widely used in autonomous driving logistics vehicles, buses, and passenger cars, with partners including SAIC, BAIC, Baidu, Cainiao Network, JD.com, Samsung, ControlWorks, Aidrivers, and more. In China, RoboSense has received more than 300 million RMB in strategic investments from Alibaba’s Cainiao Network, SAIC, and BAIC, making RoboSense Asia’s number one LiDAR company, with the largest funding in China’s LiDAR industry. RoboSense has won numerous international awards, including the CES 2020 and 2019 Innovation Awards, the 2019 AutoSens Award, and the 2019 Stevie Award - Gold Award. For more information on RoboSense, see the website at: http://www.robosense.ai

    Photos:
    World’s Smallest MEMS-Based solid-state LiDAR, RS-LiDAR-M1
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JenYQRP2ck1ZKUNZUxpM4OCQ0qHLLXt5/view?usp=sharing 
    Comparison RoboSense MEMS v. Traditional Mechanical LiDAR:
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1K8kacccLzIGmyAESAFQsRZEjSQvoOi39/view?usp=sharing 
    RS-LiDAR-M1 iteration parameter table:
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ms9UEIeHyfWZzUEBwwM5_xPvh49LvSuy/view?usp=sharing 
    RS-LiDAR-M1 FOV 120°×25°:
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JisB8ZRZt0hV4cZ3Cf9fu9uwfxcySNiU/view?usp=sharing 
    Volume comparison of RS-LiDAR-M1ss, RS-LiDAR-M1, and traditional 64-line Mechanical LiDAR
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Zv1yxpMO1BTlk1lrTAtemXYe12TUtRqr/view?usp=sharing 
    RS-LiDAR-M1 150m@10%:
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TnBWtUsuHXSLEfS4ipamRbLihN5Hb0aE/view?usp=sharing 
    RS-LiDAR-M1 real-time point cloud: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Hu7C9j1gFNNeDmwETl7vhOQqApzXup5r/view?usp=sharing 
    Traditional mechanical lidar optical system vs. M1 optical module
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/192OqiNUyuhu6LherrT-8NvKBeMJqo89Q/view?usp=sharing 
    Number of Components LiDAR:
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DXQul_Yn9S-GlRLGsgA_bppviVx95uyS/view?usp=sharing    
    Test in Vienna, Austria:
    https://drive.google.com/open?id=1HQ9cXOVp4OrqxlvN6eiNew6cQzMPdOYd 
    RS-LiDAR-M1Smart output the original point cloud and target data list
    https://drive.google.com/open?id=1KOmTkUfNTJRzWPeULJUuU6hBIo6iC8Ga 
    CES Invitation photo:
    https://drive.google.com/open?id=1me4VXhwJUXc76cXHkIsoSpco0Y0QJukU 
     
    Videos:
    RS-LiDAR-M1 Simple (Simple Sensor Version) real-time point cloud video result:
    https://youtu.be/7lE-C4uBekU 
    RS-LiDAR-M1 Simple (Simple Sensor Version) real-time point cloud video https://youtu.be/7lE-C4uBekU 
    RS-LiDAR-M1 Smart (Smart Sensor Version) real-time point cloud video:
    https://youtu.be/55-1-ZbTh8s     
    RS-LiDAR-M1 Simple (Simple Sensor Version) SLAM video:
    https://youtu.be/K00CZ9hAy8Y 
    RS-LiDAR-M1 Smart(Smart Sensor Version) real-time point cloud video:
    https://youtu.be/55-1-ZbTh8s  
     

    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com  
    (631) 549-7575 website: http://www.thomasprsocial.com   http://www.thomaspr.com 


     

     

    Sensoria Health Photo

     

    SENSORIA HEALTH
    CES BOOTH #52722
    Eureka Park – Italian Pavilion Stand 15
     

     

    SENSORIA HEALTH AND REJOINT ANNOUNCE FIRST PERSONALIZED END-TO-END KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY EXPERIENCE WITH
    ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING & REMOTE PATIENT REHAB MONITORING
     
    Custom 3D Printed Cobalt Chrome Prosthetic Knee Combined with Sensoria Health Patient Monitoring System Revolutionize Total Knee Replacement (TKR) Surgery
     
    Remote Patient Rehab System Includes New Smart Knee Brace, Textile Pressure Sensor Infused Socks, Remote Monitoring Cloud & Mobile Apps
    Reduces Rehab Time, Pain and Risk of Requiring Corrective Surgery
     

    Las Vegas, NV, January 2, 2020 -- Sensoria Health www.sensoriahealth.com, the leading developer of Internet of Things (IoT) for the Human Body, Internet of Me (IoMe), and AI software solutions that improve patient’s lives, will be announcing next week at CES 2020 the first end-to-end knee replacement surgery experience, the Sensoria Health Remote Patient Rehab System, featuring the new Sensoria Smart Knee Brace, Sensoria Sock v2.0 embedded with textile pressure sensors and Sensoria® Core microelectronics, Remote Monitoring Cloud and Mobile Apps. The Sensoria Health Rehab System monitors knee range of motion, patient balance, repetitions, adherence and other biometric and physiological parameters (i.e. KOOS score) proven to reduce rehab time, pain, risk of requiring additional corrective surgeries, and increase patient mobility.  

    Made of soft neoprene, the new Sensoria Health Smart Knee Brace can baseline the patient before surgery, and along with the washable smart socks, remotely monitors post-op rehab for optimal recovery time and results. Sensoria Health is exhibiting at CES 2020 at the Sands Eureka Park, Italian Pavilion Booth #52722 (stand #15).

    Sensoria smart sock v2.0 with Sensoria® Core -2 Sensoria Smart Knee Brace - lifestyle 3

    Sensoria smart socks with Sensoria® Core and embedded foot sensors   Sensoria Health Smart Knee Brace

     

     

    By 2030, 11 Million Americans will Have Knee or Hip Replacement Surgery 

    According to the National Institutes of Health, at the end of this decade, by 2030, about 11 million Americans will have hip or knee replacement surgery, making them the nation’s most common elective surgical procedures. Researchers attribute the increase in joint replacement surgeries to aging baby boomers, higher rates of diagnosis, treatments for arthritis, demands for improved mobility, and younger individuals undergoing these procedures, coupled with improvements in life expectancy. Most patients will outlive their implants and require expensive revision surgeries. The majority of the individuals (70%) who have undergone total hip or knee replacement surgery are alive today. 

    “In 2020, one million Americans will go through Total Knee Replacement (TKR) surgery. We are excited to partner with REJOINT to provide our new Remote Patient Rehab System and help resolve a true quality of life issue. Up until now, TKR procedures did not offer personalization and were often subject to side effects, such as pain, re-hospitalization, and reduced patient mobility,” said Davide Vigano, CEO, Sensoria Health. “It is estimated that over 500,000 adults living with knee implants have undergone revision surgeries. Even as the number of knee replacements and corrective surgeries have increased, safety assurances to protect patients have remained limited. With Sensoria Health’s Remote Patient Rehab System, patients undergoing TKR surgery will have better surgical outcomes, shorter rehab and recovery times and a more vibrant life with less pain and increased mobility.” 

    Sensoria Health Remote Patient Rehab System Features:

    ·        Two Sensoria® Core IMU devices (accelerometer, gyro, magnetometer).

    ·        Sensoria Smart Brace made of soft neoprene and sturdy and yet light metal hinges.

    ·        Sensoria Smart socks and Sensoria® Core devices

    ·        Remote rehab monitoring and patient care mobile app.

    ·        Clinician dashboard to monitor patient adherence, rehab time, opioid use and pain.

    ·        System measures range of motion, repetitions, KOOS score, balance, activity and more.

    ·        Washable, rechargeable, and reusable.

    ·        Clinically tested and validated by Cleveland Clinic.

     

    Personalized Medicine Partnership with REJOINT for Prosthetic Knee Replacement 

    Sensoria Health is also announcing at CES 2020 a partnership with REJOINT, who is developing the first personalized prosthetic knee under an innovation grant by the European Commission. REJOINT and Sensoria Health will showcase and announce the first personalized 3D printed and personalized knee replacement prosthetic device at CES. Custom designed for each patient and made of cobalt chrome, the new implantable prosthetic device is developed with innovative Formula One Racing-derived additive manufacturing techniques, built in Bologna (Italy), close to the Ferrari and Lamborghini headquarters. The new prosthetic knee is undergoing clinical validation at Humanitas in Milan (Italy) by Prof. Maurilio Marcacci, and will be available in 2021 in Europe and the United States.

    Each REJOINT knee will come bundled with the Sensoria Patient Rehab System to provide patients and clinicians and end-to-end personalized experience and reduce time to full recovery.  

    Software and Sensor Infused IoT Footwear, Apparel, & Accessories at CES 

    At CES, Sensoria Health will also be announcing availability of its unique healthcare SDK and IoMe device that can enable multiple clinical patient monitoring scenarios. The SDK includes a HIPAA compliant cloud system and Sensoria® Core mission-specific adapter designed to connect to sensor-infused footwear and garments.  

    Sensoria Health will be at CES 2020 in Las Vegas from January 7-10, 2020 at Booth #52722 Eureka Park, Sands, Italian Pavilion, Stand 15. To schedule press meetings at CES or for more information, contact: Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR (631) 549-7575 kthomas@thomaspr.com  or eyutani@thomaspr.com.  Sensorial Health CES Booth Location Map (Italian Pavilion):  https://ces20.mapyourshow.com/8_0/floorplan/index.cfm?hallID=M&selectedBooth=booth~52722.  

    Availability

    The Sensoria Health Remote Patient Rehab System will be available Q2 2020 through medical professionals and online, with pricing to be determined. For more information about Sensoria Health, see the website: www.sensoriahealth.com.  

    About Sensoria Health

    Sensoria Health’s vision is “The Garment is The Computer®.” Sensoria Health’s proprietary sensor-infused smart garments, Sensoria® Core microelectronics, and cloud system enable smart footwear and clothing products to convert data into actionable information for patients in real-time. Sensoria Health develops and markets biometric sensing footwear technologies for consumers and patient activity monitoring. Through textile and pressure sensors inserted in a sock or a shoe, Sensoria powered IoMe (Internet of Me) wearables collect data on the physical activity of gait-impaired patients to improve their lives. For more information on Sensoria in healthcare, see: http://sensoriahealth.com/.  


    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR (631) 549-7575 cell: (516) 527-9111
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com  
    Website: http://www.thomaspr.com   Info: http://www.thomasprsocial.com  
     
    Sensoria Health Social Media Links:
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/SensoriaHealth 
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SensoriaHealth/ 
     
    Sensoria Health Photos:
    Sensoria Health Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/sensoriahealthlogo.html
    Sensoria Health Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/sensoriahealthphoto.html
    Horizon 2020 Grant Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/sensoriahealthhorizon2020grantlogo.html
    Sensoria Smart Knee Brace – lifestyle: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/sensoriahealthsmartknee.html
    Sensoria Smart Knee Brace - lifestyle 2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/sensoriahealthsmartknee2.html
    Sensoria Smart Knee Brace - lifestyle 3: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/sensoriahealthsmartknee3.html
    Sensoria smart sock v2.0 with Sensoria® Core -2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/sensoriahealthsmartsock2.html
    Sensoria smart sock v2.0 with Sensoria® Core: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/sensoriahealthsmartsock.html
    Sensoria® Core Technology: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/sensoriahealthcoretech.html
    Sensoria® Core: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/sensoriahealthcore.html
     
    REJOINT Info:
    REJOINT first Knee Replacement Surgery: https://www.rejoint.life/news/
    https://orthofeed.com/2019/03/11/rejoint-announces-first-in-human-surgery-utilizing-personalized-3d-printed-total-knee-replacement/
     
    REJOINT Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDeWa5gqBhw
     

     



     

     

     

    BeBop Logo              BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition

    BEBOP SENSORS

    CES BOOTH #22032

    LVCC South Hall 1

    BEBOP SENSORS ANNOUNCES AT CES
     FIRST VR HAPTIC GLOVE
    WITH INTEGRATION WITH OCULUS QUEST LINK,
    OCULUS RIFT S, MICROSOFT WINDOWS MIXED REALITY, & HTC
     
    Forte Data VR Glove Lets You “Touch” & “Feel” Textures & Surfaces and
    Move Digital Objects as They Exist in Real Life
     
    Award-Winning Glove is First Affordable All-Day Wireless VR/AR Haptic Glove --
    Popular for Enterprise Training Applications 

    December 30, 2019, Berkeley, CA – BeBop Sensors www.bebopsensors.com, the leader in smart fabric sensor technology with over four million state-of-the-art wearable smart fabric sensors shipped, will announce at CES 2020 the Forte Data Glove, the first VR haptic glove integrated and exclusively designed for Oculus Quest, Oculus Link, Oculus Rift S, Microsoft Windows Mixed Reality, HTC Vive Cosmos, HTC Vive Pro, HTC Focus Plus, and Varjo VR headset technology. The Forte Data Glove is the first haptic glove for the HTC Cosmos and first haptic glove for the Microsoft Windows Mixed Reality Headsets, including HP, Lenovo, Acer, Dell, and Samsung, through integration with the HP Reverb. In addition, the Forte Data Glove is the first haptic VR glove to fully support Oculus Quest Link, which allows Oculus Quest to leverage the graphics capabilities and processing power of a VR computer for higher end VR interactions. 

    VR Enterprise Training, Maintenance, & Gaming Anywhere/Anytime  

    The first affordable all-day wireless VR/AR data glove, the BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove provides a complete VR headset/data glove solution that fits in a small bag for easy portability with almost no set-up for on-the-go VR enterprise training, maintenance, and gaming anywhere/anytime. The Forte Data Glove ushers in the next generation of VR by allowing people to do real practical things in the virtual world with natural hand interactions -- just as they do in the real world. The gloves provide missing touch feedback and make users feel like the virtual world is tangible for more realistic and safer training for business and enhanced VR gaming experiences. 

    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Gloves New Features:

    • Hand tracking ties natively into each system’s translation system.

    • Top-of-the-line finger tracking supplied by Bebop Sensors’ fabric sensors.

    • Unparalleled haptic feelings for hitting buttons, turning knobs, opening doors, etc. for touch sensations in VR/AR.

    ·        All versions are available for purchase right away and price competitively.

    • Comfortable, universal open palm design design fits most people.

    ·         Cleanable, hygienic and breathable with waterproof sensors.

    • Powerful haptics for an intuitive feel of different textures and surfaces.

    • Long battery life for all day use.

    ·         Fast sensor speeds at 160Hz with instantaneous response.

    ·         9 degree IMU (Inertial Measurement Units) provide extremely low drift and reliable pre-blended accelerometer and gyro sensor data.

    ·         6 haptic actuators are located on 4 fingertips, the thumb, and the palm.

    ·         Up to 16 unique haptic sound files can be resident on the glove with new files rapidly uploaded over Bluetooth or USB. 

     

    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove with Oculus Quest – lifestyle photoBeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove with Oculus Quest

                                                                         BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove with Oculus Quest Controller

     

    Targeted to enterprise, as well as Location Based Entertainment (LBE) gaming markets, the ultra-comfortable one-size-fits-all Forte Data Glove provides true real-time haptic feedback that lets users “feel” textures and surfaces and move digital objects around as they exist in real life. Currently in use by Fortune 500 customers, Forte Data Glove applications include Virtual Reality enterprise training, VR medical trials/rehabilitation, robotics and drone control, VR CAD design and review, and gaming. 

     

    The BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove is super-fast, with an under 6 millisecond response time and all-day battery life. The gloves feature a comfortable design that fits almost everyone, and incorporate powerful haptics for truly intuitive hand interactions to feel different textures, with a realistic experience when touching a table or robot versus a piece of velvet, or a person’s face – resulting in an accurate and immersive experience.

     

    Availability

    The new Forte Data Glove is available now at: bebopsensors.com/order-now. For more information on BeBop Sensors, see www.bebopsensors.com

    BeBop Sensors at CES 2020

    BeBop Sensors will be at CES in Las Vegas, January 7-10, 2020, Booth #22032 LVCC South Hall. Contact for press meetings: Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com or eyutani@thomaspr.com

    About BeBop Sensors & Award-Winning BeBop Sensors Products 

    BeBop Sensors products have won the Red Herring Award, the TIME Magazine Best Inventions Award, the IDTechEx Wearable Award, the Frost & Sullivan North American Technology Innovation Award, and the Gartner Cool Vendor Award.  

    BeBop Sensors uses smart fabrics to create elegant sensor solutions for OEMs. BeBop’s sensors comprehend force, location, size, weight, bend, twist, and presence across any size, resolution, and geometry. The sensors are available for a wide variety of applications, including industrial, medical, human factors, Virtual Reality, gaming, design, automotive, sports, and more. Where things or people interact, BeBop Sensors comprehends force, location, size, weight, bend, twist and presence across any size, resolution and geometry. BeBop’s technology is robust and proven with over four million sensors in daily use. Based in Berkeley, California, BeBop Sensors makes things knowable for product designers and visionaries. For more information and demonstrations, see the BeBop Sensors website at: www.bebopsensors.com

     
    Press Contacts:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    (631) 549-7575 Website: www.thomaspr.com  www.thomasprsocial.com 
     
    BeBop Sensors Photos:
    BeBop Sensors Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/beboplogo.html 
    BeBop Sensors Dataglove Photos:
    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove – lifestyle photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsfortegloves.html 
    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove - hand: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsfortegloveshand.html
    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove with Oculus Quest – lifestyle photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsoculuslifestyle.html
    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove with Oculus Quest: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsoculus.html 
    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsfortedataglove.html
     
    BeBop Sensors Videos:
    Glove: https://youtu.be/ircKkheMUOM 
     

     

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    RoboSense Logo  CES 2020 Innovation Award Honoree Logo

    ROBOSENSE WINS CES 2020 INNOVATION AWARD
    FOR AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY
     
    RoboSense Wins Award for World’s First MEMS-based Smart LiDAR Sensor
    for Self-Driving Passenger Vehicles
     

    November 7, 2019, Shenzhen, China – RoboSense http://www.robosense.ai, the world’s leading autonomous driving LiDAR perception solution provider, announced today that it has won the CES 2020 Innovation Award the second year in a row for autonomous vehicle technology. RoboSense won this year’s CES 2020 Innovation Award for the first MEMS-based Smart LiDAR Sensor, the RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1, winning in the Vehicle Intelligence and Self-Driving Technology category.  

    RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1 Smart LiDAR Sensor - CES 2020 Innovation Award Winner

    RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1                         

    The RoboSense award-winning RS-LiDAR-M1 is the world’s first and only MEMS-based smart LiDAR sensor for self-driving passenger vehicles with its own embedded AI algorithm technologies and SoC (System on a Chip). The RS-LiDAR-M1 goes beyond traditional LiDAR, providing full data collection and comprehension. As a ground-breaking product, the RS-LiDAR-M1 not only collects and interprets high definition 3D point cloud data, but also processes road data in real-time, with a built-in AI algorithm and SoC, while at the same time synchronizing high-precision positioning output; road traffic signage; lane markings, driving areas, road curbs, and obstacle detection; tracking; and classification. Also, it is the world’s smallest MEMS-based solid-state LiDAR, providing a low cost, high stability, and superior manufacturability to meet automotive-grade and serial production requirements. 

    “We are honored to be recognized by CES for the second year in a row for our innovative autonomous vehicle technology to advance passenger vehicle acceptance and mass production,” said Dr. Leilei Shinohara, RoboSense Vice President of R&D. “Our technologies have been certified by RoboSense’s over 100 global partners in various types of autopilot scenarios. Recently, we have partnered with FAW (‘First Automobile Works’), the world’s leading automotive OEM, to include the RS-LiDAR-M1 as a core component into FAW’s proprietary next-generation autonomous driving system development. After extensive data training and model optimization, our sensors have shown performance stability far superior to any other technologies available on the market.” 

    The RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1 Smart LiDAR Sensor will be on display in the Innovation Awards Showcase at the upcoming CES 2020. . 

    About CES & CES Innovation Awards 

    An annual program that celebrates outstanding design, the CES Innovation Awards recognizes the best technology products of the year. A panel of judges, including designers, engineers and members of the tech media, reviews submissions based on design, functionality, consumer appeal, engineering and how the products compare with competition.  

    The CES Innovation Awards are sponsored by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)™, owner and producer of CES, the world’s largest and most influential technology event. CTA has been recognizing achievements in product design and engineering since 1976.  

    CES 2020 will showcase life-changing technology across every major industry. CES provides access to the very latest transformative tech, such as 5G connectivity, artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, smart home, smart cities, sports tech, machine learning and more. For the latest news and show announcements, visit https://www.ces.tech and on social: https://www.ces.tech/About-CES.aspx#social. 

    About RoboSense 

    Founded in 2014, RoboSense is the world’s leading provider of LiDAR environment perception solutions designed to provide a higher performance, safer, more reliable, and lower cost LiDAR system for autonomous vehicles. RoboSense has entered into strategic partnerships with many top car companies, tier one manufacturers and technology companies with a global reach.  

    For more information about RoboSense, visit:  https://www.robosense.ai.  Follow RoboSense on Social Media:
    Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/robosenseLiDAR
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/RoboSenseLiDAR
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYCK8j678N6d_ayWE_8F3rQ
     

    Photos:
    CES 2020 Innovation Award Honoree Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenseces2020innovationawardlogo.html 
    RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1 Smart LiDAR Sensor - CES 2020 Innovation Award Winner: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenseces2020innovationawardwinner.html
    RS-LiDAR-M1 Smart LiDAR Sensor: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensem1lidar.html
    RoboSense Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenselogo.html
     

    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com  
    (631) 549-7575 website: http://www.thomasprsocial.com   http://www.thomaspr.com 


     

    Karen Thomas, President, Thomas PR Speaks on Wed, Oct 16, 2019 at Huntington Town Board Meeting on Pilot Program Resolution to Allow Leashed Dogs at Huntington Heckscher Park – Resolution Passed! Watch at http://www.thomas-pr.com/thomaspr/KarenThomasHuntingtonBoard101619NEWNEWFINAL.mp4

    Karen Thomas, President, Thomas PR Speaks on Wed, Oct 16, 2019 at Huntington Town Board Meeting on Pilot Program Resolution to Allow Leashed Dogs at Huntington Heckscher Park – Resolution Passed! Watch at http://www.thomas-pr.com/thomaspr/KarenThomasHuntingtonBoard101619NEWNEWFINAL.mp4


     

    BeBop Logo              BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove with Oculus Quest

                                                                                                                 BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove with Oculus Quest Controller

     

    BEBOP SENSORS ANNOUNCES WORLD’S FIRST HAPTIC GLOVE EXCLUSIVELY DESIGNED FOR OCULUS QUEST™

     Award-Winning BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove is Affordable All-Day Wireless VR/AR Haptic Glove -- Built for Business 

    October 22, 2019, Berkeley, CA – BeBop Sensors www.bebopsensors.com, the leader in smart fabric sensor technology with over four million state-of-the-art wearable smart fabric sensors shipped, announced today that it has integrated the exclusively designed BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove affordable all-day wireless VR/AR product with the Oculus Quest for the world’s first all-in-one VR enterprise training and design system. The BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove combined with Oculus Quest provides a complete VR headset/data glove solution that fits in a small bag for easy shipping with almost no set-up for on-the-go VR enterprise training and maintenance anywhere/anytime.  

    The Forte Data Gloves with Oculus Quest are ushering in the next generation of VR by allowing people to do real practical things in the virtual world with natural hand interactions-- just as they do in the real world. The gloves provide the missing dimension of touch feedback to training and make users feel like the virtual world is tangible, aiding in more realistic and safer training for business.

    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove Enterprise EditionBeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove with Oculus Quest – lifestyle photo

                      BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove (alone)                    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove with Oculus Quest

     

    To combine the BeBop and Oculus VR technologies, BeBop Sensors integrated its hand tracking technology with the Oculus controllers’ 3D tracking; and customized BeBop Sensors’ full SDK and haptic feedback system to the Oculus Quest environment. Featuring easy set-up, the lightweight, one-size-fits-all Forte Data Glove has an adapter that quickly straps the small Oculus controller onto the gloves so users can “feel” their hands and surrounding environment for true hands-on VR training.  

    Gloves in Use by Fortune 500 Customers for Training, Medical Trials & Rehabilitation,

    Robot & Drone Controls, VR CAD Design & Review, and More

    Targeted to the enterprise market, the ultra-comfortable one-size-fits-all Forte Data Glove provides true real-time haptic feedback that lets users “feel” textures and surfaces and move digital objects around as if they existed in real life. Currently in use by Fortune 500 customers, Forte Data Glove applications include Virtual Reality enterprise training, VR medical trials/rehabilitation, robotics and drone control, VR CAD design and review, and more.  

    The BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove is super-fast, with an under 6 millisecond response time and all-day battery life. The gloves feature a comfortable design that fits almost everyone, and incorporate powerful haptics for truly intuitive hand interactions to feel different textures, with a realistic experience when touching a table or robot versus a piece of velvet, or a person’s face – resulting in an accurate and immersive experience. 

    Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition Features:

    ·        Comfortable, universal design that fits most people.

    ·        Hygienic and breathable open palm design.

    ·        Powerful haptics for an intuitive feel of different textures and surfaces.

    ·        Long battery life for all day use.

    ·        Fast sensor speeds at 160Hz.

    ·        Waterproof sensors.

    ·        Cleanable.

    ·        Accurate instantaneous response.

    ·        Price competitive.

     

    Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition Specs:

    ·        160 frames per second data rate eliminates lag for instantaneous response times, perfect for the most demanding enterprise applications.

    ·        10 smart fabric bend sensors located above each knuckle provide bend accuracy and repeatability at +/- 1.5 degrees.

    ·        9 degree IMU (Inertial Measurement Units) provide extremely low drift and reliable pre-blended accelerometer and gyro sensor data.

    ·        6 haptic actuators are located on 4 fingertips, the thumb, and the palm.

    ·        Up to 16 unique haptic sound files can be resident on the glove with new files rapidly uploaded over Bluetooth or USB. 

    ·        Micro USB-C connector charges the internal lithium battery in 2 hours for an all-day battery life. 

    ·        Accuracy and precision is provided by proprietary finger bend sensors with an under 6 millisecond response time.

    ·        Universal support for a variety of development environments (Unity, Unreal, Windows API, Java Support, and more).

    ·        Quick and easy integration within hours with an API and documentation.

    ·        Calibration in under 5 seconds.

     

    Availability

    The new Forte Data Glove designed for Oculus Quest support is in production and available for order now at: bebopsensors.com/order-nower-now . For more information on BeBop Sensors, see www.bebopsensors.com

    About BeBop Sensors & Award-Winning BeBop Sensors Products

    BeBop Sensors products have won the Red Herring Award, the TIME Magazine Best Inventions Award, the IDTechEx Wearable Award, the Frost & Sullivan North American Technology Innovation Award, and the Gartner Cool Vendor Award.

    BeBop Sensors uses smart fabrics to create elegant sensor solutions for OEMs. BeBop’s sensors comprehend force, location, size, weight, bend, twist, and presence across any size, resolution, and geometry. The sensors are available for a wide variety of applications, including industrial, medical, human factors, Virtual Reality, gaming, design, automotive, sports, and more. Where things or people interact, BeBop Sensors comprehends force, location, size, weight, bend, twist and presence across any size, resolution and geometry. BeBop’s technology is robust and proven with over four million sensors in daily use. Based in Berkeley, California, BeBop Sensors makes things knowable for product designers and visionaries. For more information and demonstrations, see the BeBop Sensors website at: www.bebopsensors.com


    Press Contacts:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com, eyutani@thomaspr.com
    (631) 549-7575 Website: www.thomaspr.com  www.thomasprsocial.com
     
    BeBop Sensors Photos:
    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove with Oculus Quest – lifestyle photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsoculuslifestyle.html
    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove with Oculus Quest: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsoculus.html 
    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsfortedataglove.html 
    BeBop Sensors Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/beboplogo.html 
     
    BeBop Sensors Videos:
    Glove: https://youtu.be/ircKkheMUOM 
    Sensors: https://youtu.be/UBakV63xi64
    BeBop YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmv9Arx_LvLmO2UViR76pHA/videos 
     
     

     

    All product and company names are trademarks™ or registered® trademarks of their respective holders. Oculus, Oculus VR, Rift, Oculus Touch, Oculus Go, and the Oculus logo ("Oculus Marks") are trademarks or registered trademarks of Facebook Technologies, LLC.

     


     



     
     

    Mixcder Logo    Mixcder E10 Headphones - frontMixcder E10 Headphones - Lifestyle

     

    MIXCDER LAUNCHES TOP-OF-THE-LINE E10
     WIRELESS NOISE CANCELING HEADPHONES
    NAPPA Award Seal 2019
    Wins 2019 Prestigious National Parenting Product Awards (NAPPA)
     
    New Features Include Mixcder Advanced ANC Chip v. 4 to Reduce 96% of Ambient Low Frequency Sound, Mixcder Fast Charging Technology, & Superior HD Sound with Mixcder Euphonious Sound v.5 & 40mm Driver Unit, 30 Hour Battery Life, & AptX-LL (Low Latency)
    -- All at a Fraction of the Price
     
    Ideal for Frequent Travelers – Includes Airplane Adapter & Case
     

    City of Industry, CA, September 24, 2019 -- Mixcder http://www.mixcder.com, the audio experts providing superior sound quality at a low price, announced today the next generation Mixcder E10 Active Noise Canceling Bluetooth Hi-Fi stereo headphones with deep bass and built-in microphone. The Mixcder E10 Headphones are Mixcder’s top-of-the-line over-ear headphones, integrating the new Mixcder MSC Fast Charging Technology with Active Noise Canceling (ANC) v. 4 technology that reduces low frequency ambient sound by up to 96%, along with Bluetooth 5.0, Mixcder Euphonious Sound v.5, AptX-LL (low latency), a longer 30 hour battery life, foldable adjustable design, upgraded material for maximum comfort, an upgraded carry case, and airplane adaptor  — all at a low price of $89.99, with an additional 23% off at mixcder.com with Coupon Code: E10.  

    Mixcder Fast Charging Technology – Charges in a Few Minutes for Instant 3 Hours of Battery Life 

    Just announced as the winner of the 2019 National Parenting Product Awards (NAPPA), The E10 features Mixcder’s new MSC Fast Charging Technology that lets users charge devices in just a few minutes for an instant three hour battery life, and requires only a one hour charge for a full 30 hour battery life. There is no need to use fast charging pads, cases, or bring portable chargers or cables. Users aren’t restricted by charging times, and they don’t need to worry about battery life anymore. The E10 won the NAPPA Award due to its superior Active Noise Canceling Technology and superior HD sound quality, featuring Mixcder’s unique Euphonious Sound v. 5 and a 40mm Neodymium Iron Boron speaker unit coupled with strong Bluetooth audio codecs that support aptX and aptX Low Latency. These sound elements deliver truly natural, authentic sound quality with powerful deep bass and crisp treble for impressive HD sound quality.  

    Mixcder is perfect to take on the road. Featuring an ergonomic design with comfortable soft ear pads and a lightweight hard carrying case, the Mixcder E10 can be taken anywhere. Ideal for frequent travelers, the airplane adapter allows users to immerse themselves in music without the distraction of an airplane’s engine or other ambient noise. In addition, the buttons are bigger to allow larger hands to control volume, change music, and take phone calls. The E10 is light-weight, weighing only around 10 ounces, making it the go-to headphones to take everywhere, with foldable rotating ear cups for easy packing in the included durable case. 

    E10 Headphone Features:

    ·        Professional Active Noise Canceling Technology: Reduces low frequency ambient sound by up to 96% in noisy areas, such as airplanes, subways, in city traffic, streets or a busy office.

    ·        Latest Bluetooth v. 5 Technology: 2x faster in transmission rate and 8x wider in bandwidth than Bluetooth v. 4.2.

    ·        Outstanding Sound Quality: features a 40mm Neodymium Iron Boron speaker unit coupled with strong audio codecs that support aptX, aptX Low Latency, and AAC to deliver truly natural, authentic sound quality with powerful deep bass and crisp treble for all-around impressive HD sound quality. The Bluetooth chip with AptX and AAC hi-res transmission technology is optimized for better sounding Bluetooth audio at similar bit rates.

    ·        Advanced AptX Low Latency Technology: by adopting aptX-LL technology, the Mixcder E10 ensures a smoother watching and listening experience delivering sound in sync with visual media. It reduces delay to provide wireless freedom when playing games or watching videos.

    ·        Impressive Battery Life and MSC Quick Charge: a built-in 500mAh battery supports 30 hours of playtime. Only 5 to 8 minutes of charging is needed for up to 3 hours of music enjoyment, and only less than an hour of charging is needed for a full charge.

    ·        Comfortable: ergonomic protein leather ear cushions with a 90 degree swivel ensure a pillow-soft comfort and comfortable snug fit.

    ·        Easy Packing: rotatable and foldable design makes it easy to pack and carry. The ultimate soft foam and vegan leather ensure a comfortable experience, designed to accompany you wherever you go.

    ·         Includes Airplane Adapter: an airplane adapter is included so that you can immerse yourself in music without disturbance on a plane.  

    Mixcder E10 Headphones - Lifestyle 3

    Pricing & Availability 

    The Mixcder E10 Bluetooth ANC Headphones are available immediately through Mixcder priced at $89.99 with 23% off until October 20, 2019 with the online Coupon Code: E10 at: https://mixcder.com/products/mixcder-e10-wireless-active-noise-cancelling-headphones and Amazon UK at: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mixcder-Wireless-Cancelling-Headphones-Bluetooth-Black/dp/B07VLFWC7S . For more information, see the website at: http://www.mixcder.com or Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/mixcder

     

    About Mixcder -- Creating Revolutionary Products at an Affordable Price for Everyone 

    Founded in 2015 in City of Industry, California, Mixcder is an audio brand integrating technology and art into its product design from earphones and speakers to audio accessories -- all designed for fashionable youth and music enthusiasts. Mixcder was founded by David Wu, a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University and a music enthusiast with a keen interest in audio electronics. Wu’s dream was to create a world-class consumer e-brand, shaping the future of the audio industry by creating revolutionary products at an affordable price for everyone. With an eye on consumer trends and developments, Wu conducted a comprehensive field study of various international high-end audio brands. The study resulted in the creation of the Mixcder audio line, featuring the number one Bluetooth noise canceling headset with high-end features, including comfort, performance, and quality -- at a fraction of the price. Available in Europe and Asia and now in the U.S., the Mixcder Bluetooth headphones’ technology, design, audio quality, timbre, and manufacturing process make the product unique among its counterparts throughout the world.  

    Mixcder’s scientific R&D team includes 30 experts in the fields of music, audio, electronics, and fashion design, including engineers in the fields of electronics, audio, structural design, and testing, with extensive experience in creating audio products. For more information, please visit the Mixcder website at: www.mixcder.com.   


    Photos:
    Mixcder E10 Headphones – front: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere10headphonesfront.html
    Mixcder E10 Headphones: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere10headphones.html 
    Mixcder E10 Headphones – lifestyle: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere10headphoneslifestyle.html 
    Mixcder E10 Headphones - lifestyle 2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere10headphones2.html 
    Mixcder E10 Headphones - lifestyle 3:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere10headphones3.html  
    NAPPA Award Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdernappaawardseal.html
    Mixcder Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcderlogo.html  
     
    Comparison Chart E-Line of Headphones: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdercomparisonchart.html
     
    Video:
    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClZ7Oq_o2ws5fxfeZRAgsVg/  
      
    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com   / eyutani@thomaspr.com   
    (631) 549-7575 websites: http://www.thomasprsocial.com  http://www.thomaspr.com   

     


    RocketLife CircleLight

    RocketLife CircleLight - dining room RocketLife CircleLight - close-up

    ROCKETLIFE ANNOUNCES CIRCLELIGHT —
    A NEW ERA IN LIGHTING WITH 3D GESTURE CONTROL
     
    Filled with Magic, CircleLight Transforms Any Wall into Beautiful, Flowing Textures with a Wave of a Hand or Tap on a Phone
    – For Home and Business
     
    CircleLight Is the Light of Tomorrow, Producing Beautiful Warm Whites, Brilliant Colors,
    and Dynamic, Moving Scenes
     
    Includes Software and Mobile App to Let You Create Custom Moods &
    Schedule Special Themes for Holidays
     
    Technology Available for Licensing
    Video:
    https://youtu.be/i9vppNOopgE

    September 18, 2019, Folsom, California — RocketLife, www.RocketLife.com, award-winning developer of breakthrough visual technologies, today announced RocketLife CircleLight with 3D gesture control, a new kind of interactive wall light that produces beautiful warm whites, rich colors, and sophisticated motion effects.  

    Elegantly designed, computer-machined from aluminum Poly-Metal and high-tensile architectural polymer, CircleLight is 24 inches wide, one inch thin, and filled with magic. Hang it like a painting and choose a theme. CircleLight’s 200 HDR (high dynamic range) LEDs transform any space into a beautiful, flowing lightscape. Layers of color blend, flow, and sparkle to tell a story, creating everything from gorgeous, warm whites to motion effects like Desert Sunset, Shooting Stars, and Modern Art. 

    CircleLight’s advanced 3D gesture controls let you easily change the look of any room with the wave of a hand or a tap on a smartphone. Choose a crescent moon with fireflies for a baby’s room, a warm autumn orange for the living room, or sparkling fireworks for New Year’s Eve. You can even create your own themes with the included LightDesigner software.

    Home & business décor
    Natural effects like sunsets and moonrise
    Bedroom ambience

     

    Designing the Future of Lighting 

    RocketLife CEO Daniel Kaye says, “With our deep experience in visual effects, we saw a huge opportunity in the lighting world. Typical designer lights provide just one static color. We set out to make a beautiful, dynamic light that produced anything from rich shades of warm white to dramatic atmospheres that tell a story.

    RocketLife is Transforming a Wide Range of Industries, from Architectural lighting to Wearable Fashion 

    Like all RocketLife products, CircleLight is designed for creativity. The system includes the same LightDesigner software that RocketLife’s in-house artists use to create the effects, plus a simple smartphone app anyone can use to personalize lighting. RocketLife’s new Bluetooth animation processor drives the LEDs. CircleLight is built on the RocketLife Light platform, a powerful combination of Bluetooth hardware and graphic timeline software that enables designers to build interactive lighting products without software programming or hardware development. Users draw virtual LEDs on a photo of their project, add layers of visual effects to the timeline, and can even integrate external sensors and other peripherals. RocketLife Light systems are already transforming a wide range of industries, from architectural lighting to wearable fashion (see videos at www.rocketlife.com.)

     RocketLife LightDesigner for Mac & Win     RocketLife LightMobile - iOS & Android

    Includes RocketLife LightDesigner (Mac/Win) and LightMobile (iOS/Android).

    RocketLife CircleLight Features:

            Sophisticated design: features a wide range of visuals to enhance both home and business settings.

            Rich colors: 200 individually addressable HDR LEDs produce vibrant, flowing colors unlike any other light.

            Layered effects: RocketLife Light technology drives up to 21 simultaneous animation streams for sophisticated crossfades, sparkles, and natural-motion effects.

            3D gesture sensor & Bluetooth: change moods, control playlists and on/off functions with the wave of a hand or a tap on a smartphone or tablet.

            Onboard clock and calendar: schedule special moods for bedtime and holidays.

            Playlist with fade: automatically cycle through favorite programs.

            Software included: comes with RocketLife LightDesigner software (Mac/Win) for creating custom effects and LightMobile app (iOS/Android) for smartphone/tablet control.

            Dimensions: 24 inches wide, less than 1 inch thick.

            Weight: 3 lbs. (including power cord); install with 3M Command strips or a single picture hanger.

            Construction: Poly-Metal ring bonded to high-tensile architectural polymer chassis.

            Power: high-quality 5V power supply (safely run cord inside wall if desired).

            Energy efficient: typically uses just 15–30W.

     

    Licensing and Distribution 

    For more information on availability and licensing and distribution partnerships, visit  www.rocketlife.com/partner

     

    About RocketLife 

    Based in Folsom, California, RocketLife is a company of designers, programmers, artists, and engineers with special expertise in visual effects technologies. Team members have shipped more than 100 products used by millions of people around the world and won multiple awards, including two Primetime Emmy® Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Engineering Development. RocketLife makes creative software, consumer electronics, and even a mobile game where you can save the Earth from giant mushrooms. For more information, visit www.rocketlife.com.


    Photos:
    All photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/Bcf4A7pB8Ud1z5zo7
    RocketLife CircleLight – bedroom: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifecirclelightbedroom.html 
    RocketLife CircleLight – close-up: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifecirclelightcloseup.html 
    RocketLife CircleLight – dining room: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifecirclelightdining.html 
    RocketLife CircleLight – home & business: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifecirclelighthomebusiness.html 
    RocketLife CircleLight – kitchen: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifecirclelightkitchen.html 
    RocketLife CircleLight – sunset effect: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifecirclelightsunset.html 
    RocketLife CircleLight Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifecirclelight.html
    RocketLife LightDesigner for Mac & Win: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifelightdesigner.html
    RocketLife LightMobile for iOS & Android: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifelightmobile.html 
    RocketLife Logo: https://photos.app.goo.gl/k2y1xwVAPbqo9ScCA
     
    Website: www.rocketlife.com 
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/RocketLifeLight
    CircleLight Video: https://youtu.be/i9vppNOopgE
    YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UC2hDR_aKbwUaUtVe9rJ9T5A/videos
     
    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
    kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    (631) 549-7575 Websites: http://www.thomas-pr.com  http://www.thomaspr.com 


     

    BeBop Logo        SBIR Logo

     

    BEBOP SENSORS WINS U.S. AIR FORCE CONTRACT
    SBIR AWARD
     
    BeBop Sensors’ New Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition will be Used for Hands-On Virtual Reality Lockheed C-130 Airplane Radio Training Simulations for MOTAR
    (Maintenance Operations & Training Augmented Reality)
     

    September 17, 2019, Berkeley, CA – BeBop Sensors www.bebopsensors.com, the leader in smart fabric sensor technology, announced today that it has won the SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) Award from the U.S. Air Force for BeBop Sensor’s new award-winning Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition, to be deployed by the U.S. Airforce MOTAR (Maintenance Operations and Training Augmented Reality) Unit for advanced airplane VR training simulations. The MOTAR Unit, which builds VR and AR solutions for internal U.S. Air Force groups, was tasked with finding technology to enable advanced VR hand interactions for Lockheed C-130 Hercules military aircraft radio training simulations. The BeBop Sensors gloves were selected because of their powerful haptics that virtually “feel” interactions with a 6 millisecond response time, ease of use, all-day battery life, and ultra-comfortable design.

    SMSgt Powell Crider, U.S. Airforce MOTAR Unit, said, “BeBop’s Forte Data Gloves will let airman concentrate on learning the task at hand, not learning how to use VR controls.” The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and the Air Force’s newly formed innovation arm (AFWERX) are streamlining the SBIR process to speed up the experience, broaden the pool of potential applicants, and decrease bureaucratic overhead. Since 2018, with SBIR 18.2, the Air Force has begun offering special SBIR topics that are faster, leaner and open to a broader range of solutions.

    “Our Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition is ideal for training applications using VR,” said Keith McMillen, Founder and CEO, BeBop Sensors. “We are honored to be chosen as the supplier to the U.S. Air Force.”

    For more information on BeBop Sensors, see www.bebopsensors.com .  

    About BeBop Sensors & Award-Winning BeBop Sensors Products 

    BeBop Sensors products have won the Red Herring Award, the TIME Magazine Best Inventions Award, the IDTechEx Wearable Award, the Frost & Sullivan North American Technology Innovation Award, and the Gartner Cool Vendor Award. BeBop Sensors uses smart fabrics to create elegant sensor solutions for OEMs. BeBop’s sensors comprehend force, location, size, weight, bend, twist, and presence across any size, resolution, and geometry. The sensors are available for a wide variety of applications, including industrial, medical, human factors, Virtual Reality, gaming, design, automotive, sports, and more. Where things or people interact, BeBop Sensors comprehends force, location, size, weight, bend, twist and presence across any size, resolution and geometry. BeBop’s technology is robust and proven with over four million sensors in daily use. Based in Berkeley, California, BeBop Sensors makes things knowable for product designers and visionaries. For more information and demonstrations, see the BeBop Sensors website at: www.bebopsensors.com.  

    About The SBIR Awards Program 

    The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program is a highly competitive program that encourages domestic small businesses to engage in Federal Research/Research and Development (R/R&D) that has the potential for commercialization. Through a competitive awards-based program, SBIR enables small businesses to explore their technological potential and provides the incentive to profit from its commercialization. By including qualified small businesses in the nation’s R&D arena, high-tech innovation is stimulated and the United States gains entrepreneurial spirit as it meets its specific research and development needs.


    BeBop Sensors Photos:
    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsfortedataglove.html 
    BeBop Sensors Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/beboplogo.html 
    SBIR Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorssbirlogo.html 
     
    BeBop Sensors Videos:
    Glove: https://youtu.be/ircKkheMUOM 
    Sensors: https://youtu.be/UBakV63xi64
    BeBop YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmv9Arx_LvLmO2UViR76pHA/videos 
     

    Press Contacts:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com, eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    (631) 549-7575 Website: www.thomaspr.com  www.thomasprsocial.com 
     

     
     




     
     

     

    Mixcder Logo     Mixcder T1 Wireless Earbuds - red 2 Mixcder T1 Wireless Earbuds - lifestyle 3

    MIXCDER ANNOUNCES AFFORDABLE WIRELESS EARBUDS
    FOR ON-THE-GO SPORTY LIFESTYLES
     
    Mixcder T1 Bluetooth HiFi Earbuds Stay in Place for
    Complete Freedom of Movement
     
    Available in Red & Black, Features HiFi Stereo Sound with 8mm Speaker Drivers, Bluetooth 5.0, 600mAh Magnetic Charging Case, CVC 8.0 Call Noise Reduction,
    5 Hours of Playtime to Full 20 Hours of Playtime with 3 Quick Charges in Case,
    & 2,000 Hours Standby for Only $29.99
     

    City of Industry, CA, September 10, 2019 -- Mixcder http://www.mixcder.com, announced today the Mixcder T1 HiFi Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds that stay in place for complete freedom of movement, priced at only $29.99. Available in red or black, the T1 Wireless Earbuds with built-in mic provide 5 hours of playtime. In addition, with a fully charged T1, you can charge the earbuds three times in the case, extending the playtime to 20 hours from a quick 1 hour charge each time through its 600mAh automatic magnetic charging case. The T1 features Hifi stereo technology with 8mm speaker driver units for incredible sound quality with crystal clear bass. The earbuds also provide in-ear stability with three different sized ear tips for a customized, secure, sweatproof fit for your sporty lifestyle. 

    “Back to School” Essential with Multifunction Button to Skip Tracks & Take Phone Calls 

    A “Back to School” essential for students, as well as exercise fans, sports enthusiasts, frequent flyers, and commuters, the T1 Wireless Earbuds feature CVC 8.0 Call Noise Reduction Technology with an omni-directional microphone for clearer sound and better phone call quality. The T1’s multifunction button lets people play, pause, and skip audio tracks and take phone calls with one button ease. Featuring worry-free set-up, the T1 is equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 one-step pairing technology. Just take the earbuds out of the charging case for automatic pairing.   

    Mixcder T1 Features:

    ·        Bluetooth 5.0: allows faster transmission and more stable connection with lower power consumption and less latency.

    ·        Hi-Fi Stereo Sound Quality: powerful 8mm speaker driver units deliver a natural, authentic sound and powerful bass performance for a superior music experience and sound quality.

    ·        CVC 8.0 Call Noise Reduction: the latest call noise reduction technology coupled with an omni-directional microphone provides clearer sound and better call quality.

    ·        Comfortable Fit: comes with 3 pairs of ear tips to maximize comfort and secure fit, coupled with a sweatproof design to make the commute, drive, jog, hike, and exercise session more enjoyable.

    ·        Long Battery Life: the rechargeable 50mAh Lithium ion battery included in each earbud provides 5 hours of music playtime and 8 hours of talk time. The 600mAh charging case recharges the earbuds 3 times faster, automatically charging when the earbuds are placed in the case.

    ·        Multifunction Button: lets users play/pause, skip to previous/next track, and answer/hang-up phone calls.

    ·        Mono & Twin Modes: In mono mode, each earbud can be used singly, ideal for driving. In stereo mode, use both earbuds together to enjoy premium stereo sound when jogging, exercising, reading, or relaxing.

     Mixcder T1 Wireless Earbuds - sports lifestyle

    Pricing & Availability  

    Priced at $29.99 with free shipping, the Mixcder T1 Wireless Earbuds are available immediately from Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/Mixcder-Bluetooth-Wireless-Headphones-Portable/dp/B07RNPL9BL and Mixcder: https://mixcder.com/products/mixcder-t1-true-wireless-earbud-headphones - save 20% off with coupon code: MIXCDERT1. For more information, see the website: http://www.mixcder.com  or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mixcder/.

    About Mixcder -- Creating Revolutionary Products at an Affordable Price for Everyone 

    Founded in 2015 in City of Industry, California, Mixcder is a leading audio brand integrating technology and art into its product design from earphones and speakers to audio accessories -- all designed for fashionable youth and music enthusiasts. Mixcder was founded by David Wu, a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University and a music enthusiast with a keen interest in audio electronics. Wu’s dream was to create a world-class consumer e-brand, shaping the future of the audio industry by creating revolutionary products at an affordable price for everyone. With an eye on consumer trends and developments, Wu conducted a comprehensive field study of various international high-end audio brands, resulting in the creation of the Mixcder audio line, with the number one Bluetooth noise canceling headphones with high-end features at a fraction of the price.  

    Available in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, Mixcder headphones’ technology, design, audio quality, timbre, and manufacturing process make the product unique among its counterparts throughout the world. Mixcder’s scientific R&D team includes 30 experts in the fields of music, audio, electronics, and fashion design, including engineers in the fields of electronics, audio, structural design, and testing, with extensive experience in creating audio products. For more information, visit the Mixcder website at: www.mixcder.com.  

    Photos:
    Mixcder T1 Wireless Earbuds - black in case: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdert1wirelessearbudscase.html 
    Mixcder T1 Wireless Earbuds – black: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdert1wirelessearbudsblack.html 
    Mixcder T1 Wireless Earbuds - lifestyle 3: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdert1wirelessearbudslifestyle3.html 
    Mixcder T1 Wireless Earbuds - lifestyle closeup: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdert1wirelessearbudslifestyleclose.html
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    Mixcder T1 Wireless Earbuds - lifestyle 3 Mixcder T1 Wireless Earbuds - black

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    BeBop Logo        BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition

     

    BEBOP SENSORS ANNOUNCES
    FORTE DATA GLOVE ENTERPRISE EDITION --
    FIRST ALL DAY WIRELESS VR/AR HAPTIC GLOVE
    BUILT FOR THE ENTERPRISE

     
    Affordable, Ultra Comfortable, One-Size-Fits-All, High Performance Wireless Glove with Powerful Haptics that Virtually “Feel” Textures with a 6 Millisecond Response Time
    Features 30% Longer Battery Life for All-Day Use
     
    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition is used by Fortune 500 Customers for
    VR Enterprise Training, Medical Trials & Rehabilitation, Robot & Drone Controls,
    VR CAD Design & Review, and More

     

    September 5, 2019, Berkeley, CA – BeBop Sensors www.bebopsensors.com, the leader in smart fabric sensor technology with over four million state-of-the-art wearable smart fabric sensors shipped, announced today the new BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition, the first all-day affordable high performance wireless VR/AR haptic glove built for business. Targeted to the enterprise market, the ultra-comfortable one-size-fits-all Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition provides true real-time haptic feedback that lets users “feel” textures and surfaces and move digital objects around as if they existed in real life. Currently used by Fortune 500 customers, Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition’s applications include Virtual Reality enterprise training, VR medical trials/rehabilitation, robotics and drone control, VR CAD design and review, and more.  

    Based on Award-Winning Bebop Sensors Forte Wireless Data Glove -- Winner of Time Magazine Award 

    Based on the award-winning BeBop Sensors Forte Wireless Data Glove, the first fully featured affordable wireless data glove to incorporate haptics and super accurate rapid sensing, the new BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition is now faster, with an under 6 millisecond response time and all-day battery life. The enterprise glove now also features a more comfortable design to fit most everyone, and incorporates more powerful haptics for truly intuitive hand interactions that “feel” different textures, with a realistic experience when touching a table or robot versus a piece of velvet, or a person’s face – resulting in far more accurate and immersive experience. 

    “In applications employing VR, sensory touch, along with visual and audio, will contribute greatly to the overall experience and results. BeBop’s Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition is solving a real need in the market,” said James Hayward, Principal Analyst at IDTechEx. “We expect the market for products with advanced haptic features for VR to grow at more than 50% per year through to 2024.” 

    Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition Features:

    ·        More comfortable, fits most people.

    ·        Hygienic and breathable open palm design.

    ·        More powerful haptics for an intuitive feel of different textures and surfaces.

    ·        Longer battery life for all day use.

    ·        Faster sensor speeds at 160Hz.

    ·        Waterproof sensors.

    ·        Cleanable.

    ·        More accurate instantaneous response.

    ·        Price competitive.

     

    Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition Specs:

    ·        160 frames per second data rate eliminates lag for instantaneous response times, perfect for the most demanding enterprise applications.

    ·        10 smart fabric bend sensors located above each knuckle provide bend accuracy and repeatability at +/- 1.5 degrees.

    ·        9 degree IMU (Inertial Measurement Units) provide extremely low drift and reliable pre-blended accelerometer and gyro sensor data.

    ·        6 haptic actuators are located on 4 fingertips, the thumb, and the palm.

    ·        Up to 16 unique haptic sound files can be resident on the glove with new files rapidly uploaded over Bluetooth or USB. 

    ·        Micro USB-C connector charges the internal lithium battery in 2 hours for an all-day battery life. 

    ·        Accuracy and precision is provided by proprietary finger bend sensors with an under 6 millisecond response time.

    ·        Universal support for a variety of development environments (Unity, Unreal, Windows API, Java Support, and more).

    ·        Quick and easy integration within hours with an API and documentation.

    ·        Calibration in under 5 seconds. 

    “Our new Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition raises the bar bringing Virtual Reality into the corporate environment,” said Keith McMillen, Founder and CEO, BeBop Sensors. “We are proud to help advance Virtual Reality technology for practical daily enterprise use for training, medical, architectural, manufacturing, robotics, and drones, creating a fully tested and realized, safer world.” 

    Availability  

    The Forte Data Glove Enterprise Edition is available for order now at: www.bebopsensors.com/order-now/, shipping in September. For more information on BeBop Sensors, see www.bebopsensors.com

    About BeBop Sensors & Award-Winning BeBop Sensors Products 

    BeBop Sensors products have won the Red Herring Award, the TIME Magazine Best Inventions Award, the IDTechEx Wearable Award, the Frost & Sullivan North American Technology Innovation Award, and the Gartner Cool Vendor Award.  

    BeBop Sensors uses smart fabrics to create elegant sensor solutions for OEMs. BeBop’s sensors comprehend force, location, size, weight, bend, twist, and presence across any size, resolution, and geometry. The sensors are available for a wide variety of applications, including industrial, medical, human factors, Virtual Reality, gaming, design, automotive, sports, and more. Where things or people interact, BeBop Sensors comprehends force, location, size, weight, bend, twist and presence across any size, resolution and geometry. BeBop’s technology is robust and proven with over four million sensors in daily use. Based in Berkeley, California, BeBop Sensors makes things knowable for product designers and visionaries. For more information and demonstrations, see the BeBop Sensors website at: www.bebopsensors.com 

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     Huntington Heckscher Park - August 2019

     

    OVER 1,700 PEOPLE SIGN PETITION TO ALLOW LEASHED DOGS AT HUNTINGTON’S POPULAR HECKSCHER PARK 

    News 12 TV Features Petition with Doug Geed: http://longisland.news12.com/story/40997229/petition-calls-for-dogs-to-be-allowed-in-heckscher-park 

    There are No Leashed Dog Parks in Huntington Village, Where Families and their Dogs can Listen to Music, Attend Events, and Performances 

    Petition at: https://www.change.org/p/li-dog-let-s-make-huntington-heckscher-park-a-dog-friendly-park-allow-leashed-friendly-dogs  

    September 9, 2019, Huntington, NY – The “Let’s Make Huntington Heckscher Park a Dog-Friendly Park!” petition at Change.org at: https://www.change.org/p/li-dog-let-s-make-huntington-heckscher-park-a-dog-friendly-park-allow-leashed-friendly-dogs was created last week to allow leashed dogs at Huntington’s popular Heckscher Park, and has already generated over 1,700 signatures. Heckscher Park is a local treasure, with concerts, festivals, and other events held there each year. But outdated laws have prohibited Huntington’s dog owners from walking their leashed dogs there, making the park’s pathways virtually empty when there are no events -- a waste of tax payer money. The park’s pathways are also covered each day with goose dropping from the geese that run free in the park, requiring daily cleaning. HuntingtonNow.com and  Patch.com recently covered the petition, alerted to the issue through the Huntington Matters Community Forum on Facebook, where Huntingtonians had spirited discussions about the petition to change town code to allow leashed dogs at Heckscher Park.

    “Huntington’s dog owners want to walk their leashed dogs in Heckscher Park legally, without fear of retribution. In October, scores of dog owners with their leashed dogs will descend upon Heckscher Park for the annual Long Island Fall Festival, unaware that dogs aren’t allowed. Can we change this outdated town code regulation by then to allow dogs to be at peace in the park? We owe it to our beloved dogs to try,” said Karen Thomas, the creator of the petition, and a lifelong resident of Huntington Township. 

    Heckscher Park Can Also be a Dog-Friendly Park Like Northport Harbor Park

     

    There are currently no leashed dog parks in Huntington village similar to Northport, where families and dogs can listen to music, attend events, and performances. Northport Harbor Park has allowed leashed dogs for years and is a very busy park with happy dog owners walking their dogs, socializing with other dog owners, and enjoying the events and music. The addition of leashed dogs provides a family friendly environment, increases tourism, good will, charm, and publicity. LI-Dog, the nonprofit advocate for dog parks and trails, said,The leashed dogs policy works well in Northport, not to mention thousands of other busy community parks around the country, and there’s no reason to think Heckscher Park should be different.” Ginny Munger Kahn, President of LiDog, who signed the petition, said, It’s time to let Huntington dog owners enjoy this wonderful public recreational resource just like every other person in town. AND allowing people to walk leashed dogs in the park will address the disgusting problem with goose poop.”  

    In the July 2017 issue of The Long Islander, Huntington’s previous Supervisor, Frank Petrone, said the Town would be monitoring parks closely to make sure people were cleaning up after their dogs and keeping their dogs on-leash. He said that if that initiative was successful, town officials would consider expanding the policy to more areas (such as Heckscher Park). Leashed dogs in Heckscher will keep Huntington’s tax paying citizens, their families, and their dogs healthy and encourage tourism and businesses in the Huntington area. 

    Highlights from Petition Signers’ Comments on the Leashed Dog Petition:

    ·         Christine Sweeney, Huntington Station: “Dogs are walked there anyway, let them be ‘legal.’ I’m sure the geese leave more droppings than the dogs. So many people love to walk there, let them walk with their dog, people friendly dogs!”

    ·         Loretta Milanese, Centerport: “Northport Park which is in TOH has demonstrated consistently that dog owners can be responsible and dogs can coexist in a park environment provided they are leashed at all times and waste is picked up. I say it’s worth at least a trial period.”

    ·         Megan Sheppard, Huntington Station: “I no longer go there since they don’t allow dogs. Real shame.”

    ·         Rowan Daray, Sound Beach: “I work in Huntington and for years have hung out in town and Hecksher Park. I just got a dog last summer and was deeply saddened to find out Hecksher is not leashed dog friendly. Sadly this fact has stopped me from hanging out in Huntington this spring/summer. Please open Hecksher to leashed dogs! Make this an inclusive community.”

    ·         Michele Lauer-Bader, Huntington: “Heckscher Park should have the same regulations as the other parks in the TOH.”

    ·         Tracy Hermer, Freeport: “I love seeing friendly dogs at parks during walks. Leashed trained dogs with their responsible humans should be able to enjoy walks in the community together.”

    ·         Rosaria Marchetta, Huntington Station: “I have lived here 21 years and hate how not dog-friendly our town has become.”

    ·         Jacqueline Cafaro, Huntington: “Huntington Village is dog friendly, why not make its parks dog friendly too.”

    ·         Bonnie Braun, Huntington Station: “Of course, leashed dogs belong in a public park with their people.”

    ·         Gail White, Oceanside: “People walking leashed dogs in a great park is seen as family friendly and an invitation to prospective residents.”

    For more information and to sign the petition, go to Change.org at: https://www.change.org/p/li-dog-let-s-make-huntington-heckscher-park-a-dog-friendly-park-allow-leashed-friendly-dogs.  

    Articles:

    Huntington Now by Pam Robinson at: https://huntingtonnow.com/heckscher-park/

    Patch.com by Michael DeSantis at: https://patch.com/new-york/huntington/petition-started-make-huntingtons-hecksher-park-dog-friendly

     

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    Huntington Heckscher Park - August 2019: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/huntingtonheckscherparkaugust2019.html 

     

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    Mixcder Logo     New Mixcder E7 Headphones – orange       New Mixcder E7 Headphones – lifestyle

     

    MIXCDER LAUNCHES NEW VERSION OF BEST-SELLING MIXCDER E7
    ACTIVE NOISE CANCELING BLUETOOTH HEADPHONES AT A LOW PRICE
     
    WITH “BACK TO SCHOOL” DEAL FROM ALIEXPRESS FOR ONLY $39.59
    FROM AUGUST 26-30 WITH FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING
     
    New Features Include Extended 25 Hour Playtime, Bluetooth 5.0, Mixcder Proprietary Fast Charging Technology, Upgraded ANC, HD Sound
    New Colors of Sunset Orange, Mint Green, & Black
     
    Totally Immersive Noise Canceling Headphones with Mic for Students & Adults
    Keeps Ambient Noise Out 
    AliExpress Back to School Deal: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000013204153.html

    City of Industry, CA, August 26, 2019 -- Mixcder http://www.mixcder.com, announced today the new version of the best-selling Mixcder E7 upgraded HiFi Active Noise Canceling Bluetooth Stereo Headphones with deep bass and built-in microphone at a low price. The upgraded Mixcder E7 features Active Noise Canceling (ANC) sound blocking technology that continuously detects and reacts to outside noises, analyzing sound waves and blocking out ambient noise for a totally immersive experience for beautiful music and sound. With features normally costing hundreds of dollars, the upgraded Mixcder E7 is launching today with a limited time “Back to School” Deal from AliExpress.com at https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000013204153.html, available August 26-30, 2019, with free worldwide shipping for only $39.59 (normally $59.99).  

    New E7 features include Mixcder’s proprietary Fast Charging Technology for instant charging in just 5 minutes for two hours of playtime (8 minutes for 3 hours and a full charge in just one hour), an extended 25 hour playtime, high speed Bluetooth 5.0, upgraded ANC Technology for an even more immersive experience, HD sound with dual large 40mm drivers with high dynamic bass response, and new bright fashionable colors of sunset orange, mint green, and black for a trendy look.

    Clear Listening to Music, Audio Books, Studying, Games, & Phone Calls for Outdoors, Sports, Noisy Trains, Planes, Dorms, Streets, & More

    The affordable new Mixcder E7 premium headphones are priced perfectly for students and adults. They feature powerful deep bass and clean sound with clear detail for Bluetooth wireless music and hands-free phone calls, with a wired mode for connecting to devices when a wired connection is needed at the gym or with non-Bluetooth devices. Featuring an ergonomic design with comfortable soft ear pads and a light slim hard carrying case, the upgraded Mixcder E7 can be taken everywhere you go.  

     

    New Mixcder E7 Features: 

    ·        Professional ANC Technology: Active Noise Canceling Technology keeps noise out and music in, so you can get deeper into your music, work, or whatever you want to focus on.

    ·        Powerful Bluetooth 5.0 CSR Chip: double the transmission rate and 8 times the bandwidth than Bluetooth v. 4.2, Bluetooth 5.0 features fewer drop-outs, lower latency, a more stable connection, and unparalleled sound quality.

    ·        HD Sound & Hands-free Calls: Dual large 40mm drivers with high dynamic bass response bring you an amazing HD audio enjoyment, together with a built-in microphone for clear hands-free calls.

    ·        25 Hour Battery Life & Instant Charging: Built-in 500mAh rechargeable battery provides up to 25 hours of music playtime and an Instant Charging feature in just 5 minutes for 3 hours of playtime in emergencies. 

    ·        Comfortable: Ergonomic protein leather ear cushions with 90°swivel ensure a pillow-soft comfortable fit. Lightweight design allows for all day use.

    ·        Trendy Look: wear the Mixcder E7 v. 5 as a fashion statement in sunset orange and mint green (as well as black) for a trendy look! 

     

    Mixcder E7 Spec Sheet:

     

     

    Microphone

     

     

    Microphone Unit

    4.0 x 1.5mm

     

    Directivity

    Omni-directional

     

    S.P.L

    -38dB±3dB

     

    Operating Voltage

    2V

     

    Impedance

    ≤2.2kΩ

     

    Frequency  Response

    20Hz-20KHz

     

    Speaker

     

     

    Speaker  Diameter

    Φ40mm

     

    Impedance

    32Ω±15%

     

    S.P.L

    110dB±3dB1K1mW)

     

     

    THD

    3%

     

    Frequency  Response

    20Hz-20KHz

    Bluetooth

     

    Bluetooth Version

    V5.0

    Bluetooth Distance

    33ft/10m

    Transmission Range

    2.402GHz-2.48GHz

    Support Profile

    A2DP/AVRCP/HFP/HSP

    Pairing Name

    Mixcder E7

    Battery

     

    Battery Type

    Built-in 500mAh Rechargeable Lithium Battery (supports fast charge)

    Charging Port

    Micro USB 5V/1A

    Running Time

    About 25-hour talk/music time (ANC OFF);

    About 22-hour talk/music time (ANC ON)

    Standby Time

    About 2500 hours

    Charging Time

    About 1 hour

    Operating Temperature

    -10-45

         

     

    Pricing & Availability – “Back to School” Deal for $39.59 from August 26-30 

    The new Mixcder E7 “Back to School Deal” is available for $39.59 for a limited time, from August 26-30 at AliExpress with free worldwide shipping at: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000013204153.html, (normally priced at $59.99). The new E7 is also available on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VDBLPSW/ref=twister_B07W723W86?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1. For more information, see the website: http://www.mixcder.com or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mixcder/.

     

    About Mixcder -- Creating Revolutionary Products at an Affordable Price for Everyone 

    Founded in 2015 in City of Industry, California, Mixcder is a leading audio brand integrating technology and art into its product design from earphones and speakers to audio accessories -- all designed for fashionable youth and music enthusiasts. Mixcder was founded by David Wu, a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University and a music enthusiast with a keen interest in audio electronics. Wu’s dream was to create a world-class consumer e-brand, shaping the future of the audio industry by creating revolutionary products at an affordable price for everyone. With an eye on consumer trends and developments, Wu conducted a comprehensive field study of various international high-end audio brands, resulting in the creation of the Mixcder audio line, with the number one Bluetooth noise canceling headphones with high-end features at a fraction of the price. Available in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, Mixcder headphones’ technology, design, audio quality, timbre, and manufacturing process make the product unique among its counterparts throughout the world. Mixcder’s scientific R&D team includes 30 experts in the fields of music, audio, electronics, and fashion design, including engineers in the fields of electronics, audio, structural design, and testing, with extensive experience in creating audio products. For more information, visit the Mixcder website at: www.mixcder.com.  

     New Mixcder E7 lifestyle - 2New Mixcder E7 lifestyle - 6

     

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    New Mixcder E7 Headphones – orange: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere7v5headphonesorange.html 
    New Mixcder E7 Headphones - mint green: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere7v5headphonesmint.html 
    New Mixcder E7 Headphones – black: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere7v5headphonesblack.html 
    Mixcder Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcderlogo.html
     
    Comparison Chart:
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    RoboSense Logo  ControlWorks Logo

    ROBOSENSE ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH CONTROLWORKS TO PROVIDE SMART LIDAR SENSOR SYSTEMS TO KOREAN AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY
     
    Partners will Jointly Introduce Smart LiDAR Sensor Systems to Korean OEMs, Tier 1 Suppliers, Etc.
     
    RoboSense will Provide Intelligent Automotive-grade MEMS Solid-state LiDAR Perception Systems for L3+ Mass Production Autonomous Passenger Cars
     
    ControlWorks will Provide Localized Services and Technical Support Based on RoboSense Products for the Korean Market

     

    Shenzhen, China/Seoul, Korea, July 31, 2019 -- RoboSense, a leading global supplier of LiDAR perception systems for autonomous driving, and ControlWorks, a leading provider of automotive electronics systems in Korea, announced today a partnership to provide RoboSense’s Smart LiDAR Sensor Systems to Korean OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, etc. ControlWorks will provide localized sales channels, product services and technical support for the Korean market. RoboSense will provide intelligent automotive-grade MEMS solid-state LiDAR perception systems for Level 3+ mass production autonomous passenger cars. RoboSense’s autonomous perception systems consist of advanced LiDAR hardware and AI point cloud perception algorithms that output real-time environment information from the 3D point cloud, including high-precision localization, obstacles detection, classification, and tracking, etc.

    RoboSense-ControlsWorks Photo

    RoboSense and ControlWorks Partner to Provide Smart LiDAR Sensor Systems to the Korean Automobile Industry

                                                                             

    Targeted to Level 3+ mass production passenger cars, RoboSense provides advanced Smart Sensors based on the RS-LiDAR-M1, a revolutionary MEMS solid-state LiDAR which strikes a perfect balance between low cost and higher vehicle safety, reliability, and performance. The mass production version of the M1, to be provided to OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, will have a built-in dedicated computing chip to run RoboSense’s proprietary AI point cloud perception RS-LiDAR-Algorithms, outputting the environment-perception results in real-time. With this advanced Smart Sensor, customers of ControlWorks will no longer need an additional ECU on vehicles to run algorithms, which will greatly reduce mass production cost and also save valuable space within the vehicle. From all aspects, the M1 meets the stringent requirements of mass production autonomous passenger cars.

     

    Catering to the critical applications of smart transportation, including passenger cars, RoboTaxis, unmanned low speed vehicles and shuttles, and V2R (vehicle to roadside systems), RoboSense provides customized Smart LiDAR Sensor Systems by combining its 16, 32, and 128 channel LiDAR, short-range blind spot LiDAR, and AI point cloud perception algorithms. Currently, ControlWorks has integrated RoboSense’s perception system RS-Fusion-P3 system in their autonomous driving system, and they are planning to integrate RoboSense’s solid-state LiDAR RS-LiDAR-M1 in their next stage of testing.

     RoboSense Smart LiDAR Sensor System

    RoboSense Smart LiDAR Sensor System

     

    “Korea has an advanced and complete automotive industry, while ControlWorks is a veteran in providing automotive electronic control systems that meet high safety and reliability requirements. We are honored to work with ControlWorks. Together, we will push forward for LiDAR perception system solutions to be implemented into the product strategy of automotive manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers,” said RoboSense COO & Co-founder Mark Qiu. “We will deeply cooperate with more companies and organizations promoting the mass commercialization of autonomous driving technologies through RoboSense’s advanced products.”

     

    “Our partnership with RoboSense marks a major step in ControlWorks’ autonomous driving development. RoboSense not only has advanced LiDAR hardware, but also leads the industry in perception algorithms. RoboSense’s superior LiDAR system solutions will help us to serve the Korean autonomous driving market better. Combined with the long-term accumulation of ControlWorks’ long-term experience in the automotive field, we will provide the safer and more reliable smart LiDAR system together with RoboSense,” said ControlWorks CEO Kenny Lee.

     

    RoboSense’s LiDAR system provides stable and reliable environment information, including accurate long and close range detection, and the ability for use in extreme weather and lighting conditions, even with the interference of multiple LiDARs. Last March, the world’s first all-weather driverless minibus GACHA, equipped with RoboSense’s cold-resistant LiDAR, was released in Finland by MUJI, Sensible 4, and RoboSense. In addition, because of RoboSense’s safe and reliable LiDAR system technology, RoboSense recently received a $45 million strategic investment from Cainiao Network (owned by Alibaba Group), SAIC Group and BAIC New Energy earlier in 2018.

    Note: The Smart LiDAR Sensor System, consisting of RoboSense’s advanced LiDAR hardware and AI point cloud perception algorithms, is designed for the critical applications of smart transportation, including passenger cars, Robo-Taxi, unmanned low speed vehicles, and V2R (vehicle to roadside synergy system).

    About RoboSense 

    Founded in 2014, RoboSense (Suteng Innovation Technology Co., Ltd.) is the leading global supplier of LiDAR perception solutions for autonomous driving. RoboSense is headquartered in Shenzhen, China with branch offices in the U.S., Germany, Beijing, and Shanghai. The company is committed to delivering comprehensive LiDAR environment perception solutions. RoboSense’s team is continuously working on innovations in core technical fields, such as IC, LiDAR hardware, and AI algorithms. At CES 2018, RoboSense demonstrated its revolutionary solid-state LiDAR product with its own patents. And a year later, at CES 2019, RoboSense won the CES 2019 Innovation Award. RoboSense currently has two product lines, including the MEMS solid-state LiDAR and Mechanical LiDAR systems. Customers include the world’s leading autonomous driving technology companies, automotive OEMs, and Tier 1 suppliers. RoboSense LiDAR solutions are widely used for various applications, including self-driving logistics vehicles, industrial vehicles, buses, passenger cars and more. For more information please visit the website at https://www.robosense.ai .

    About ControlWorks Co., LTD 

    Since its inception in 1999, ControlWorks has grown into a leading supplier of automotive electronic control systems offering autonomous driving system, battery cell analog control systems, engine control systems, data acquisition systems and HILS systems. Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, the company provides the best tailored control system solutions to meet the needs of its customers. Its main customers include Hyundai, Kia, General Motors, Volvo, MOBIS, Samsung, LG and more. ControlWorks’ solutions are also widely used in construction equipment, ships, railway vehicles, aviation, defense and other industries with stringent reliability requirements. The company is determined to becoming a world-class company that provides the best control solutions. For more information, please visit http://control-works.co.kr 

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    RoboSense Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenselogo.html
    RoboSense Smart LiDAR Sensor System: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensesmartlidarsensor.html
    RoboSense-ControlsWorks Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensecontrolworksphoto.html 
    ControlWorks Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensecontrolworkslogo.html 
    RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenselidar.html 
    RoboSense Smart Sensor System Strategy:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensestrategy.html
    RoboSense Smart Sensor System: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensesystem.html
     

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    BEBOP SMART FABRIC SENSORS
    ENABLE FIRST 3D EXPRESSIVE KEYBOARD:
    K-BOARD PRO 4 MPE CONTROLLER
     
    SmartFabric™ Sensors Provide Multiple Dimensions of Touch Sensitivity in Each Key for Info on
    Attack & Release Velocity, Continuous Pressure, Horizontal & Vertical Position, and
     Poly Aftertouch Messages for the Deepest Level of Musical Expression

    K-Board Pro 4 Created with BeBop Sensors SmartFabric[TM] Sensors

    “With K-Board Pro 4, we’ve taken the format of a traditional keyboard and updated it for the 21st Century. With our BeBop Sensors SmartFabric™ Sensors underneath each key, you can tweak any synthesis parameter in real time by moving your fingers while you are playing. The MIDI MPE Standard is the future for expressive controllers and we have designed the K-Board Pro 4 to be the ultimate MPE Controller.”

    -Keith McMillen, Founder & CEO, BeBop Sensors 

     

    June 18, 2019, Berkeley, CA, USA – BeBop Sensors www.bebopsensors.com, the world leader in Smart Fabric Sensors, has partnered with KMI to announce the official release of the K-Board Pro 4 MPE Controller. Created with BeBop Sensors SmartFabric™ Sensors, the K-Board Pro 4 is a four-octave MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) MIDI keyboard controller based on the traditional keyboard layout, but with multiple dimensions of touch sensitivity in each key. The K-Board Pro 4 sends information on musical subtleties, including attack velocity, release velocity, continuous pressure, horizontal position and vertical position data to offer the deepest level of musical expression. It can also send Poly Aftertouch messages for communication with expressive legacy controllers. 

    “I’m excited that Keith McMillen, BeBop and KMI are bringing out the K-Board Pro 4, further expanding the next generation of expressive keyboard instruments! It’s a joy to play and their expertise in the field of sensor technology and delivering great musical products makes this instrument a guaranteed winner,” said Jordan Rudess of Dream Theater. 

    MIDI MPE Standard is Future for Expressive Controllers & K-Board Pro 4 is the Ultimate MPE Controller

    MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE) is the newest development in MIDI; a standard specification that allows easy integration of multiple, polyphonic per-key dimensions of expressive control. To capture all of this nuanced gesture, K-Board Pro 4 features BeBop Sensors’ patented Smart Sensor Technology, developed in conjunction with KMI. K-Board Pro 4 is USB powered and MIDI class compliant to ensure both portability and compatibility with MacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, as well as MIDI capable hardware. 

    K-Board Pro 4 is available immediately from the KMI website at: keithmcmillen.com

    About BeBop Sensors 

    BeBop Sensors produces industry-leading Smart Fabric sensor solutions for Human-Machine Interface devices, most notably present in their award-winning Forte Data Glove. BeBop Sensors enables Fortune 1000 companies, public sector groups, and development shops to create immersive virtual experiences that span from training exercises in dangerous environments to rehabilitation and educational simulations for otherwise costly training protocols. For more information on BeBop Sensors, see the website: www.bebopsensors.com.  

    About KMI 

    Keith McMillen Instruments (KMI) develops innovative hardware and software technologies that allow musicians to interface with computers in exciting new ways. Based in Berkley, California, its products provide today’s musician with the tools needed to bring new dimensions of expression and control to their performance. The company collectively believes that when a computer is played as a musical instrument, it should feel and respond like one — with all the nuance and sensitivity that makes an instrument musical. For more information on the K-Board Pro 4, please visit keithmcmillen.com.  

    K-Board Pro 4:
    Model # K919
    MSRP: $929.00 MAP/Street: $895.00

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    Dr. Steve Qiu, Founder & CEO, RoboSense

    Dr. Steve Qiu (Chunxin Qiu)
    Founder & CEO, RoboSense
     Bio

    Winner Best of Sensors Award 2019 - Rising Star of the Year
    Winner MIT Technology Review’s 2017 “35 Innovators Under 35”
     
    PhD of Control Science at HIT
     Expert in Mobile Robot Environment Perception 

    For more than 10 years, Dr. Steven Chunxin Qiu, Founder & CEO of RoboSense, has focused on LiDAR technology research, combining artificial intelligent perception algorithms with LiDAR sensor hardware to provide the safest, most reliable intelligent perception capabilities for autonomous vehicles, accelerating the widespread acceptance of autonomous driving in the marketplace.

    In 2014, Dr. Steven Chunxin Qiu founded RoboSense, serving as the company’s CEO and developing high-end LiDAR environment-perception systems for autonomous driving. Under his leadership, RoboSense has achieved great breakthroughs and awards for their LiDAR sensor hardware, AI point cloud algorithms, and chips. In just five years, RoboSense has grown to nearly 500 employees, with offices in six regions, including Silicon Valley in the U.S.; Stuttgart, Germany; and Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Suzhou in China. During the same time period, Dr. Qiu has led RoboSense to become Asia’s market leader with an over 50% market share of all LiDAR sold and has released 18 more efficient, lower cost, and higher resolution LiDAR products and solutions; applied for more than 400 patents; raised China’s largest-ever single round of financing for a LiDAR company at over $45 million; and signed numerous partners, including China’s ecommerce giant, Alibaba.  

    In 2018, Dr. Qiu was awarded MIT Technology Review’s 2017 “35 Innovators Under 35” in China. He is a frequent expert speaker on autonomous driving technology at industry trade shows and has written numerous technical papers on the subject, including Journal of Field Robotics. He has also participated in numerous robotic projects funded by Natural Science Foundation of China. Info www.robosense.ai

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    RoboSense Logo  Dr. Leilei Shinohara, Vice President of R&D, RoboSense

    Dr. Leilei Shinohara
    Vice President of R&D, RoboSense
    Bio 

    Dr. Leilei Shinohara is Vice President of R&D, RoboSense. With more than a decade of experience developing LiDAR systems, Dr. Shinohara is one of the most accomplished experts in this field.

    Prior to joining RoboSense, Dr. Shinohara was the Technical Lead for Asia OEMs at Valeo, leading Valeo’s SCALA® LiDAR project, the world’s first automotive grade LiDAR product. He was responsible for multiple programs, including automotive LiDAR, automotive safety products, and sensor fusion projects. Dr. Shinohara managed an international sensor product development team located in six countries, responsible for the development and implementation of systems, software, hardware, mechanics, testing and validation, and functional safety, building the first automotive grade LiDAR product.  

    Dr. Shinohara is a graduate of the Tokyo Institute of Technology with a Bachelor’s Degree in System and Control Engineering and a Master’s Degree in Mechanical and Control System Engineering. In 2014, he received his PhD at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) in Germany for Electrical and Electronics Engineering. During his PhD studies, Shinohara focused on LiDAR systems and was involved in several sensor projects, including the design and simulation of optical sensor systems, optical quality measurement (MTF) systems, coherent Doppler wind LiDAR systems, and 3D LiDAR technology based on MEMS micromirrors for autonomous driving. As a  LiDAR project manager and the chief engineer, Dr. Shinohara and his research team at KIT developed a LiDAR system which was later acquired by a German Tier 1 company.

     
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    Mixcder Logo  Mixcder HD901 - Lifestyle 2

    MIXCDER NEW HD901 WIRELESS HEADPHONES ARE
    LOWEST COST, LIGHTEST, MOST COMFORTABLE
    HI-FI HEADPHONES
     
    Your Foldable Go-Everywhere Bluetooth or Wired
    Music Travel Companion
    Only $19.99 – Includes TF Card Slot for MP3 Music

    Mixcder HD901 Photo - Travel Companion

    City of Industry, CA, May 30, 2019 -- Mixcder http://www.mixcder.com,  the audio experts providing superior sound quality at a low price, announced today the lightest, most comfortable, lowest cost foldable Hi-Fi wireless headphones on the market -- The Mixcder HD901 premium Bluetooth headphones. The Mixcder HD901 Headphones are designed to be everyone’s travel-everywhere headphones, featuring a great combination of low price at $19.99, high quality sound with superior bass and 40mm drivers, easy compact travel foldability,  light weight at just 5 ounces, and comfort with soft ear cups and adjustable headband sliders. The HD901 is the all-in-one solution for music lovers, audio-book listeners, travelers, sports enthusiasts, and students. 

    Mixcder HD901 Mixcder HD901 - Lifestyle 3

    The Mixcder HD901 has improved sound quality with precision-engineered dual 40mm drivers and an advanced CSR chip that delivers high definition clean smooth audio with a balanced mid-range for a clear dynamic music listening experience with deep bass. The headphones can be used wirelessly through Bluetooth or wired with the included 3.5mm audio cable. They also feature a microphone for making and receiving phone calls, as well as a TF Card slot for MP3 music.

     Mixcder HD901 Photo - Lifestyle

    Priced Perfectly for Students – Lightweight & Comfortable for Sports Enthusiasts & Travelers 

    Priced perfectly for students, the HD901 headphones include features normally costing hundreds of dollars. Unlike bulky and expensive Bluetooth headphones, Mixcder’s travel-friendly foldable wireless headphones weigh only 5 ounces, lighter and more comfortable for easy exercising and solo sports with an adjustable headband for a perfect fit. The headphones easily rotate 90° inward for space-saving compact storage and travel. 

    HD901 Features:

    ·        Versatility:

    o       Bluetooth wireless - pairs with cell phones up to 33 feet.

    o       Wired with included 3.5mm audio cable – does not use battery time when in wired mode.

    o       TF card slot music player for MP3 music.

    ·        Impressive Stereo HD Sound:

    o       Precision-engineered dual 40mm drivers.

    o       Advanced CSR chip delivers high definition, smooth, balanced mid-range, and clear dynamic music.

    o       HD sound.

    o       Superior bass.

    ·        Comfort:

    o       Extra lightweight at only 5 ounces.

    o       Comfortable soft sponge ear muffs.

    o       Adjustable headband.

    o       Foldable space saving design: rotates 90° in for easy carrying and storage.

    ·        12 month warranty.

    Available Now - Just in Time for Graduations & Father’s Day

    Priced at $19.99, the Mixcder HD901 Bluetooth Headphones are available immediately, just in time for student’s graduations and Father’s Day, available through Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/Mixcder-HD901-Lightweight-Headphones-Comfortable/dp/B07MZYCDKQ and Mixcder at: https://mixcder.com/products/mixcder-hd901-lightweight-wireless-bluetooth-headphones.  The Mixcder HD901 package come with the headphones, Micro USB cable, 3.5mm audio cable, manual, and includes a TF Card slot. For more information, see the website: http://www.mixcder.com or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mixcder/.

    About Mixcder -- Creating Revolutionary Products at an Affordable Price for Everyone 

    Founded in 2015 in City of Industry, California, Mixcder is an audio brand integrating technology and art into its product design from earphones and speakers to audio accessories -- all designed for fashionable youth and music enthusiasts. Mixcder was founded by David Wu, a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University and a music enthusiast with a keen interest in audio electronics. Wu’s dream was to create a world-class consumer e-brand, shaping the future of the audio industry by creating revolutionary products at an affordable price for everyone. With an eye on consumer trends and developments, Wu conducted a comprehensive field study of various international high-end audio brands. The study resulted in the creation of the Mixcder audio line, featuring the number one Bluetooth noise canceling headset with high-end features, including comfort, performance, and quality -- at a fraction of the price. Available in Europe and Asia and now coming to the U.S., the Mixcder Bluetooth headphones’ technology, design, audio quality, timbre, and manufacturing process make the product unique among its counterparts throughout the world.

    Mixcder’s scientific R&D team includes 30 experts in the fields of music, audio, electronics, and fashion design, including engineers in the fields of electronics, audio, structural design, and testing, with extensive experience in creating audio products. Mixcder’s team shares the same passion of pursuing perfect sound quality full of vigor and vitality as Wu, inspiring listeners to pursue their dreams and enjoy life with the motto: “Join and enjoy. Join together and enjoy together.” Wu says, “Being surrounded by the magic of music, with beautiful melody and rhythm can boost our mood, intensify our emotions and tastes, and make us feel the beauty of life. Mixcder is continuously striving for musical excellence by creating audio products with the essence of music, filling people with vitality, and the world with sunshine.”  Visit the Mixcder website at: www.mixcder.com 

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    Mixcder HD901 - Lifestyle 4: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcderhd901lifestyle4.html 
    Mixcder HD901 - Fold-up Design: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcderhd901foldup.html 
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    BeBop Logo     BeBop Sensors Dataglove - high res 2019 Red Herring North America Award

     BEBOP SENSORS WINS RED HERRING’S
    TOP 100 NORTH AMERICA 2019 AWARD
     
    BeBop Sensors is Leader in Smart Fabric Sensor Technology
    with Over Four Million State-of-the-art Wearable Smart Fabric Sensors Shipped

     
    BeBop Sensors are Available for a Wide Variety of Applications, Including Industrial, Medical, Human Factors, Virtual Reality, Gaming, Design, Automotive, Sports, & More
     

    May 21, 2019, Pasadena, CA – BeBop Sensors www.bebopsensors.com, the leader in smart fabric sensor technology, announced today that it has won Red Herring’s Top 100 North America 2019 Award. BeBop Sensors uses smart fabrics to create elegant sensor solutions for OEMs. BeBop’s sensors comprehend force, location, size, weight, bend, twist, and presence across any size, resolution, and geometry. The sensors are available for a wide variety of applications, including industrial, medical, human factors, virtual reality, gaming, design, automotive, sports, and more. BeBop Sensors’ products include the award-winning Forte Wireless Data Glove, the first fully featured affordable one-size-fits-all ultra-comfortable wireless data glove that incorporates haptics and super accurate rapid sensing for over 15 hours of wireless use. 

    The Red Herring Award is one of the technology industry’s most prestigious prizes. BeBop Sensors was chosen from among thousands of North America’s tech elite by Red Herring’s editorial team during a months-long process with criteria including disruptive impact, proof of concept, financial performance, market footprint, and quality of management. Winners are among the continent’s brightest and most innovative. For over two decades, Red Herring’s team has selected brands that have become industry benchmarks, with winners and finalists including Alibaba, Facebook, Google, Skype, SuperCell, Spotify, Twitter, and YouTube.  

    “We believe BeBop Sensors embodies the drive, skill and passion on which tech thrives. BeBop Sensors should be proud of its achievement - the competition was incredibly strong.” said Alex Vieux, Chairman, Red Herring. 

    “We are honored to win the prestigious Red Herring Award for our innovative fabric sensors. BeBop’s sensors are based on smart fabric technology that has been under development for over ten years and there are now over four million smart fabric sensors in regular daily use,” said Keith McMillen, Founder and CEO, BeBop Sensors. In addition to the Red Herring Award, BeBop Sensors has also won numerous other awards, including the TIME Magazine Best Inventions Award, IDTechEx Wearable Award, Frost & Sullivan North American Technology Innovation Award, and Gartner Cool Vendor Award. For more information on BeBop Sensors, see www.bebopsensors.com. For more information on the Red Herring Award, see www.redherring.com  

    About BeBop Sensors 

    BeBop Sensors uses smart fabrics to create elegant sensor solutions for OEMs. Where things or people interact, BeBop Sensors comprehends force, location, size, weight, bend, twist and presence across any size, resolution and geometry. BeBop’s technology is robust and proven with over four million sensors in daily use. Based in Berkeley, California, BeBop Sensors makes things knowable for product designers and visionaries. For more information and demonstrations, see the BeBop Sensors website: www.bebopsensors.com.  

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    OCS Car Seat: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsoccupantcarseat.html 
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    Skullcap Sensor: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopskullcapsensor.html
    Foot Pressure: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorfootpressure.html  
    BeBop Sensors Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/beboplogo.html 
     
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    Sensors: https://youtu.be/UBakV63xi64
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    RoboSense Logo  RoboSense Wins 2019 Stevie Award Gold Winner - American Business Award - Logo    RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1 LiDAR

     ROBOSENSE WINS GOLD 2019 STEVIE AWARD
    AMERICAN BUSINESS AWARD FOR GROUND-BREAKING AUTONOMOUS DRIVING LIDAR TECHNOLOGY
     
    Wins Gold Award in “Transportation Category” for
    RoboSense Automotive Grade MEMS LiDAR Perception System
    for Safer Level 3-Level 5 Autonomous Driving at a Fraction of the Cost

    May 7, 2019, NY, NY – RoboSense (Suteng Innovation Technology Co., Ltd) www.robosense.ai, a leader in LiDAR perception technology solutions, announced today that it has won the GOLD 2019 Stevie® Award in the “Transportation Category” for the RoboSense Automotive Grade MEMS LiDAR Perception System. The award will be given out at the 17thAnnual Stevie Awards - American Business Awards®, to be held in NY City on June 11, 2019. 

    The RoboSense Automotive Grade MEMS LiDAR Perception System is a revolutionary automotive solution that makes autonomous driving safer, easily mass produced, and lower cost. In addition to the Stevie Award, the RoboSense system is a CES 2019 Innovation Award winner. The system includes automotive grade MEMS solid-state LiDAR RS-LiDAR-M1 and RoboSense’s unique perception RS-LiDAR-Algorithms for a complete system that lets the vehicle understand the road for safer autonomous driving. RoboSense’s system offers ground-breaking mass production-ready hardware and software based vehicle environmental perception to support Level 3 to Level 5 autonomous driving at a fraction of the cost.

    In preparation for autonomous vehicle mass market growth, RoboSense recently launched the Smart Sensor System (SSS), which combines RoboSense LiDAR sensors, AI point cloud algorithms, and an IC design for chip development. Created for four key smart transportation vehicle applications: autonomous passenger cars, low-speed autonomous vehicles, high-speed RoboTaxis, and V2R (Vehicle to Road infrastructure), the RoboSense Smart Sensor System is a smarter information interpreter that collects and interprets environmental information in one-stop for safer and more intelligent autonomous driving. 

    Stevie Award Judges Say RoboSense System “will take autonomous driving to the next level”   “Impressive product with great growth potential” 

    A Stevie Award judge said the “MEMS LiDAR Perception System costs 1/500th the cost of mechanical LiDAR and provides higher resolution and better field of view. With intelligence perception algorithms, it can clearly recognize small objects, such as railings and fences and works in all weather conditions and at night and has no blind zone. It is automotive grade and has longer detection distance, making it ideal for autonomous solutions.” Another judge said it is “the best performer in the category and will take autonomous driving to the next level.” And another judge concluded, the RoboSense System is “Innovative technology which cuts costs and improves performance greatly. This has everything in its favor and offers the complete package for next generation vehicles.” 

    More than 3,800 nominations from organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted this year for consideration in a wide range of categories. The American Business Awards are the U.S.A.’s premier business awards program. More than 200 professionals worldwide participated in the judging process to select this year’s Stevie Award winners. 

    “We are honored to be recognized by the prestigious American Business Awards for our innovative LiDAR technology that propels autonomous driving into mass production for use by everyone, from passenger cars, RoboTaxis, logistics vehicles, shuttle buses, and more,” said Mark Qiu, Co-Founder & COO, RoboSense. 

    “The nominations submitted to The 2019 American Business Awards were outstanding. They illustrate the continued vibrancy of innovation and high level of achievement across the American economic landscape,” said Michael Gallagher, president and founder of the Stevie Awards. 

    About RoboSense 

    RoboSense (Suteng Innovation Technology Co., Ltd.) is a world leading LiDAR environment perception solutions provider and developer of LiDAR hardware, AI point cloud algorithms, and IC designs. Founded in 2014, RoboSense has over 500 employees in six locations, including the U.S., Shenzhen, Beijing, Shanghai, and Germany. Focusing on the strategic deployment of smart sensor systems, RoboSense has developed a variety of application solutions based on LiDAR hardware technologies and algorithms. In five years, RoboSense has already released 18 products and technical solutions, and has applied for more than 400 patents. 

    RoboSense has a variety of product lines, including MEMS solid-state LiDAR and Mechanical LiDAR smart sensor systems. Customers include the world’s major autonomous driving technology companies, automotive OEMs, and Tier 1 suppliers. RoboSense LiDAR solutions have been widely used in various application scenarios, such as self-driving logistics vehicles, buses, passenger cars, and more. For more information, see https://www.robosense.ai

    About the Stevie Awards
    Stevie Awards are conferred in seven programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 entries each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.StevieAwards.com

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    RoboSense Wins 2019 Stevie Award Gold Winner - American Business Award - Logo

    RoboSense - world’s leading provider of automatic radar LiDAR environment awareness solutions for autonomous driving, RoboSense, World’s leading provider, automatic radar LiDAR, environment awareness solutions, autonomous, driving 

    ROBOSENSE TEAMS UP WITH PARTNERS TO LAUNCH SMART SENSOR SYSTEMS AT SHANGHAI AUTO SHOW

    ROBOSENSE RELEASES TWO NEW HIGH-RESOLUTION LIDAR PRODUCTS:
    RS-Bpearl Super Wide Angle Blind-Spot LiDAR & RS-Ruby Super High-Resolution LiDAR

    RoboSense New Robo-Taxi Solution

    April 18, 2019, Shanghai, China – RoboSense (Suteng Innovation Technology Co., Ltd) www.robosense.ai announced today at the Shanghai Auto Show that it has teamed up with partners  Horizon Robotics, Cainiao Network, Sensible 4, and AutoX to launch the Smart Sensor System (SSS) designed for four key smart transportation vehicle applications: autonomous passenger cars, low-speed autonomous vehicles, high-speed RoboTaxis, and V2R (Vehicle to Road infrastructure). The RoboSense Smart Sensor System combines new LiDAR hardware, AI point cloud algorithms, and an IC design for a one stop Smart Sensor System strategy that collects and interprets environment information, distinguishing itself from traditional lower resolution LiDAR hardware suppliers.   

    At the Shanghai Auto Show, RoboSense announced two new LiDAR products that are integral to the Smart Sensor System: the RS-Bpearl, a super wide angle blind-spot LiDAR, and the RS-Ruby, a super high-resolution LiDAR. In addition, RoboSense also unveiled its final mass production-ready design of its award-winning RS-LiDAR-M1 automotive grade solid-state LiDAR smart sensor system with embedded perception algorithms, which will be mass produced in 2021.

    Smart Sensor System  

    The new Smart Sensor System combines the award winning RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1 MEMS based smart sensor with the RS-Bpearl super wide angle blind-spot LiDAR; RS-Ruby super high-resolution LiDAR; and RoboSense AI perception algorithms. Because of its high integration levels, high performance, high reliability, easy production, and low cost, RoboSense chose MEMS technology and 905nm lasers for its revolutionary solid-state LiDAR system. RoboSense’s first “pre” version RS-LiDAR-M1Pre debuted at CES 2018, and at CES 2019, the upgraded RS-LiDAR-M1 won awards for its world-leading wide 120° FOV, long 200m range, and AI algorithm innovations. The new RS-LiDAR-M1 now meets OEM requirements and delivers safety for L3+ autonomous passenger cars, providing highway applications for TJP (Traffic Jam Pilot), and HWP (Highway Pilot).  

    RoboSense Smart Sensor System - RS-LiDAR-M1

    RoboSense & Horizon Robotics Create Smart Chips for LiDAR 

    Available in 2021, the final mass production version of the RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1 for OEMs will be a smart sensor. RoboSense and Horizon Robotics have reached an initial intention of cooperation to build customized chips for the LiDAR environment perception algorithm: the RS-LiDAR-Algorithms. These algorithms will be integrated into the IC and embedded in the LiDAR hardware. The RS-LiDAR-M1 will provide instantaneous 3D point cloud data interpretation and output target level environment perception results in real-time to autonomous vehicles. “Algorithms require an independent ECU for the operation. OEMs must include algorithms for consumer safety by integrating these algorithms into the sensor’s hardware. The RS-LiDAR-M1 is the perfect hardware and software integrated system and data ‘interpreter’ for these needs,” said RoboSense COO Mark Qiu.

    RoboSense & Cainiao Unmanned Vehicle

    RoboSense & Cainiao Network Launch New LiDAR Perception Solution for Mass Produced Unmanned Low-Speed Inexpensive Vehicles without Blind Spots Using RoboSense RS-Bpearl  

    Unmanned low-speed vehicles are the pioneers of autonomous driving, used in a wide variety of unmanned applications, including inspections, security, cleaning, delivery, and minibuses. Previously, these unmanned vehicles used single laser beam LiDAR, which delivered unsatisfactory environment perception because of blind spots caused by the limitations of vertical FOV. RoboSense has teamed with Alibaba’s Cainiao Network to produce the new Smart Sensor System for unmanned low-speed vehicles with a virtual blind spot-free super wide-angle LiDAR: the RS-Bpearl. The RS-Bpearl has a super wide FOV of 360°×90°, within the detection range of 30m (10%) for a tiny 10cm blind spot. The compact size of the sensor makes it easy to be applied to the side of the vehicle body to fully detect the vehicle’s surroundings, including blind spots. The RS-Bpearl’s ground-breaking modular design also dramatically reduces cost while adding the ability for flexible customization.  

    RoboSense & AutoX to Demo New RoboTaxi Environment Perception Solution Using RS-Ruby & RS-Bpearl LiDAR 

    High-speed RoboTaxis urgently need LiDAR with a higher vertical resolution to achieve a longer detection range. RoboSense’s new 128 beam LiDAR: the RS-Ruby has a three times higher 0.1° resolution and a three times longer detection range as compared with the previous version RS-LiDAR-32. RoboSense’s new Smart Sensor System for RoboTaxis  provides an environment perception solution that employs one RS-Ruby LiDAR as the core sensor on top of the vehicle to cover the 360° overall perception, and two RS-Bpearl LiDARs on the sides of the car’s hood to detect blind spots. Together with RoboSense’s smart perception algorithms, this solution provides a complete long range perception that improves the safety of RoboTaxis.  

    V2R (Vehicle to Road infrastructure) 

    V2R “Vehicle to Road” systems (road-side perception systems) allow vehicles to work with road conditions to coordinate and optimize the vehicle’s driving path, improving safety and road efficiency. RoboSense provides system solutions that combine LiDAR sensors and perception algorithms together with V2R systems, delivering autonomous vehicles with a birds-eye view of the road and traffic. The system extends the vehicle’s vision to help cars deal with difficult road conditions.

    RoboSense & Sensible 4 Partner to Create Cold-Resistant Self-Driving Shuttle Bus  

    RoboSense partnered with Sensible 4 to launch the world’s first autonomous driving shuttle bus for all weather conditions, the GACHA. Equipped with RoboSense’s advanced cold-resistant 16-beam mechanical LiDAR environment perception system that operates in temperatures as low as 30°C (-22°F), which previously would incapacitate components, RoboSense’s all-weather LiDAR works on snow and ice covered roads in harsh winter and other severe weather conditions. RoboSense and Finland-based Sensible 4 will continue to collaborate deeper on future autonomous driving applications.

    RoboSense Smart Sensor System Strategy

    For more information on RoboSense and the RoboSense Smart Sensor System, please visit the website at: http://www.robosense.ai.   

    About RoboSense 

    RoboSense (Suteng Innovation Technology Co., Ltd.) is a world leading LiDAR environment perception solutions provider and developer of LiDAR hardware, AI point cloud algorithms, and IC designs. Founded in 2014, RoboSense has over 500 employees in six locations, including the U.S., Shenzhen, Beijing, Shanghai, and Germany. Focusing on the strategic deployment of smart sensor systems, RoboSense has developed a variety of application solutions based on LiDAR hardware technologies and algorithms. In five years, RoboSense has already released 18 products and technical solutions, and has applied for more than 400 patents. 

    RoboSense has a variety of product lines, including MEMS solid-state LiDAR and Mechanical LiDAR smart sensor systems. Customers include the world’s major autonomous driving technology companies, automotive OEMs, and Tier 1 suppliers. RoboSense LiDAR solutions have been widely used in various application scenarios, such as self-driving logistics vehicles, buses, passenger cars, and more. For more information, see http://www.robosense.ai.


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    RoboSense New RoboTaxi Solution: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenserobotaxi.html
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    RoboSense Smart Sensor System Strategy:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensestrategy.html
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    MEDICAL WEARABLES 2019 CONFERENCE & EXPO
    FOCUSES ON ADVANCES IN MEDICAL WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY
     
    4th Annual Medical Wearables 2019 Features Leaders from
    Kaiser Permanente, National Cancer Institute, Qualcomm, Medtronic, Boston Scientific, CTA, & Strategy Analytics
    Held May 15-16, 2019 in San Jose, California

    Medical Wearables 2019 Logo 

    March 28, 2019, Birmingham, Michigan – Microtech Ventures’ 4th annual Medical Wearables 2019 conference and expo http://www.medwearablesconference.com will showcase technology and industry insights from the leaders in medical wearable technology. This event features over 200+ attendees, 25+ technical presentations and 30+ exhibitors, and is being held May 15-16, 2019 in San Jose, California. See the full conference agenda at: http://www.medwearablesconference.com/agenda.html, speakers’ abstracts at: http://www.medwearablesconference.com/speakers.html, and exhibitors list at: http://www.medwearablesconference.com/exhibitors.html.  

    Smart Medical Wearables Are Poised to Dramatically Improve Quality of Life

    The future is bright for medical wearable technology, and Medical Wearables 2019 conference and expo will identify emerging technologies and application trends, and provide opportunities to exchange ideas, form new companies, and network with industry peers. Topics to be delved into include next-generation medical wearable technologies, wearable sensors, emerging applications, trends and challenges, roadmaps, R&D, M&A, competitive forces, market drivers and disruptive technologies. Key speakers include executives from Kaiser Permanente, National Cancer Institute, Qualcomm, Medtronic, Boston Scientific, Consumer Technology Association (CTA), and Strategy Analytics. 

    “Medical wearables are the next big thing. History will show that FitBit and Apple Watch are just early primitive devices, and that the next wave of smart medical wearables will revolutionize healthcare and dramatically improve quality of life,” said Mike Pinelis, Ph.D., President and CEO, Microtech Ventures and MEMS Journal, show organizers for Medical Wearables 2019. 

    KEY SPEAKERS - full list at http://www.medwearablesconference.com/agenda.html: 

    Uli Chettipally, MD, MPH, CTO, CREST Network, Kaiser Permanente - Logo

    Uli Chettipally, MD, MPH, CTO, CREST Network, Kaiser Permanente

    Topic: Medical Wearables and Machine Learning - Emerging Trends and Clinical Applications

    Medical wearable technology has been growing fast for the past ten years. It can now measure, track, store, and analyze “medical grade” physiologic data and has the potential to be used in clinical settings. This talk will discuss the “Three Use Rules” and their applicability in bridging the gap between technology and clinical practice. Machine learning and AI are transforming many industries, and healthcare has perhaps the greatest potential to benefit. Full abstract at: http://www.medwearablesconference.com/speakers.html#uli_chettipally.  

    Christopher Hartshorn, PhD, Program Director, National Cancer Institute NIH - Logo

    Christopher Hartshorn, PhD, Program Director, National Cancer Institute (NCI) National Institutes of Health (NIH)

    Topic: Medical Wearables for Remote Patient Monitoring Applications

    Cancer patients disconnected from resources at intensive cancer centers face challenges beyond the disease. These patient populations include both ones in rural communities, as well as populations who have access hindered via disability, transportation, or time. This “last mile” problem of healthcare delivery is becoming more tractable than before with modern broadband connectivity and sensors. The talk will discuss the major barriers from the patient and clinical workflow/integration perspectives, as well as synergistic efforts across NCI divisions and other agencies attempting to enable these tools for clinical decision support. Full abstract at: http://www.medwearablesconference.com/speakers.html#christopher_hartshorn.  

    Sandra Nagale, PhD, Sr. Manager, Digital Health, Boston Scientific - Logo

    Sandra Nagale, PhD, Sr. Manager, Digital Health, Boston Scientific

    Topic: Wearable Technologies, Sensors, and Data Analytics for Chronic Disease Applications

    The use of wearable technologies for medical purposes has steadily increased in recent years. However, wider adoption is still slow. Promising areas to improve include enhancements to the core technologies and sensors. This talk will include an overview of the current market and emerging opportunities, examples of using wearable devices, sensors, and data analytics in a proof-of-concept clinical study, along with life-saving diagnostic algorithms for chronic disease applications. Nagale will discuss digital technologies and the development of a high sensitivity predictive algorithm for heart failure events.  Full abstract: http://www.medwearablesconference.com/speakers.html#sandra_nagale.  

    Gary Shapiro, President and CEO, Consumer Technology Association - Logo

    Gary Shapiro, President and CEO, Consumer Technology Association (CTA)

    Topic: How Technology Innovation in Healthcare Will Drive Down Costs

    Technology presents an opportunity to dramatically improve our quality of life and slash healthcare costs that plague our nation. However, our healthcare system does not embrace technology as an alternative to drugs yet. The data from wearable sensors and monitors can promote wellness and cut down on costly doctor visits. Doctors, patients and regulators have a role to play in bringing down healthcare costs. With the right policies in place and wider adoption of innovative technologies, our country can go a long way toward promoting preventive care and easing the burden on our healthcare system. Full abstract at: http://www.medwearablesconference.com/speakers.html#gary_shapiro

    Justin McGloin Sr  Director Engineering Qualcomm - Logo

    Justin McGloin, Sr. Director, Engineering, Qualcomm

    Topic: Medical Wearables and 5G - Enabling the Transformation of Healthcare Delivery

    5G promises to revolutionize healthcare through significant advances in data speed, capacity, and reliability. Through its ability to handle high volumes of real-time data, patients can be monitored at home as easily as in a clinic or hospital. Doctors will have access to up-to-the-second patient data at their fingertips, regardless of their relative locations. This talk will cover some of the many ways 5G will enable new capabilities for medical wearables and transform the delivery of healthcare. Full abstract: http://www.medwearablesconference.com/speakers.html#justin_mcgloin.  

    Rohan Sonawane, MD, Clinical Marketing Manager, Medtronic - Logo

    Rohan Sonawane, MD, Clinical Marketing Manager, Medtronic

    Topic: Medical Wearables for Improved Outcomes in Diabetes

    According to a recent International Diabetes Federation report, the world diabetic population is poised to grow from 425 million to 629 million by 2045. Despite therapeutic advances, as well as huge expenditures, we have not been able to control this epidemic. We need more effective monitoring solutions to guide diabetics and their caregivers regarding diet, exercise, and medications, without increasing the risk of hypoglycemia. This talk will focus on recent advances in CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitoring) wearable solutions and their integration with insulin pump technology for improving clinical outcomes in diabetes, with an overview of recent advances in the CGM field, including Bluetooth capabilities, predictive analytics, and future trends. Full abstract: http://www.medwearablesconference.com/speakers.html#rohan_sonawane 

    Cliff Raskind Senior Director Smart Devices and IoT Strategy Analytics - Logo

    Cliff Raskind, Senior Director, Smart Devices and IoT, Strategy Analytics

    Topic: Consumer Wearables - Recent Trends and Gradual Evolution into Healthcare Applications

    Raskind will examine the trajectory of consumer wearables and how they will become increasingly useful for healthcare applications over the next decade. He will also discuss predictions on product roadmaps and how access to capital for medical grade (e.g. FDA regulated) and consumer grade (e.g. Fitbit) types of devices will increasingly converge. Full abstract at:  http://www.medwearablesconference.com/speakers.html#cliff_raskind.  

    Attendee & Exhibitor Registration 

    Medical Wearables 2019 conference and expo attendee registration is priced at $995. Exhibitor registration is priced at $2,995 and deluxe exhibitor registration is $3,995 (sold out). Exhibitors receive two conference passes, meals and receptions, printed conference programs, and digital presentations. To exhibit, please contact Jessica Ingram at jessica@memsjournal.com phone: (360) 929-0114. Hotel info is available at: http://www.medwearablesconference.com/#location, registration info: ­­­­ http://www.medwearablesconference.com/register.html and http://www.medwearablesconference.com/registration_form.html.  For more information on the Medical Wearables 2019 conference and expo, see: http://www.medwearablesconference.com.  

    About Microtech Ventures and MEMS Journal  

    Microtech Ventures provides venture capital and M&A advisory services for MEMS, sensors, and electronics companies, as well as market research, marketing and advertising, business development, executive and engineering recruiting, intellectual property, and equipment brokerage.  Microtech Ventures is also the publisher of MEMS Journal, the largest MEMS publication worldwide. MEMS Journal covers the key MEMS news and developments, exploring the latest technologies, business developments, commercialization, and partnerships. 

    For more information on Microtech Ventures services and conferences, contact info@microtechventures.com. For information on MEMS Journal, contact info@memsjournal.com, or visit www.memsjournal.com,Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/memsjournal

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    Christopher Hartshorn, PhD, Program Director, National Cancer Institute NIH – Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/microtechhartshorn.html
    Justin McGloin, Sr. Director Engineering, Qualcomm – Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/microtechmcgloin.html
    Gary Shapiro, President and CEO, Consumer Technology Association – Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/microtechgaryshapiro.html
    Rohan Sonawane, MD, Clinical Marketing Manager, Medtronic – Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/microtechsonawane.html
    Sandra Nagale, PhD, Sr. Manager, Digital Health, Boston Scientific – Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/microtechnagale.html
    Cliff Raskind, Senior Director Smart Devices and IoT, Strategy Analytics – Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/microtechraskind.html
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    Conference agenda: http://www.medwearablesconference.com/agenda.html
    Exhibitors list: http://www.medwearablesconference.com/exhibitors.html 
     
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    MIXCDER LAUNCHES E9 NEXT GENERATION TOP OF THE LINE WIRELESS NOISE CANCELING HEADPHONES AT A LOW PRICE

    Featuring Mixcder’s Advanced ANC Chip V. 3 for Highest Noise Canceling Level
    With Superior Sound Quality at a Fraction of the Price 

    30 Hours of Wireless Music or Up to 3 Days Wired Playtime with Included Audio Cable
    40mm Drivers for Powerful, Wideband Frequency
    Ideal for Frequent Travelers – Includes Airplane Adapter
     
    Mixcder E9

    City of Industry, CA, March 19, 2019 -- Mixcder http://www.mixcder.com, the audio experts providing superior sound quality at a low price, announced today the next generation Mixcder E9 Active Noise Canceling Bluetooth Hi-Fi stereo headphones with deep bass and built-in microphone. The Mixcder E9 goes beyond the award-winning Mixcder E7 ANC headphones to offer the latest advancements in noise canceling technology with the highest Mixcder advanced ANC Chip v. 3 technology, featuring improved sound quality, and an extended 30 hour playtime – all at an affordable low cost

    Priced Perfectly for Students & Adults 

    Priced perfectly for students and adults, the travel-friendly foldable E9 headphones feature an elegant sleek design and comfortable soft foam pads with features audiophiles appreciate, which normally cost hundreds of dollars. The headphones boast 40mm drivers for a powerful, wideband frequency from 20Hz-20,000Hz with an impactful bass, rich and detailed midrange and clear treble for a crisp sound up to 94 decibels -- and CSR Bluetooth for great sound quality. The ANC technology continuously detects and reacts to outside noises, analyzing sound waves and blocking out ambient sound by creating inverse waves for a totally immersive experience for beautiful music and sound.  

    Your Travel Companion – Foldable, Portable, & Lighter – Includes Airplane Adapter

    Mixcder E9 - foldable design

    Featuring an ergonomic design with comfortable soft ear pads and a lightweight hard carrying case, the Mixcder E9 can be taken anywhere.  Ideal for frequent travelers, the new airplane adapter allows users to immerse themselves in music without the distraction of a plane’s engine, crying babies, or other ambient noise. In addition, the buttons are now bigger to allow larger hands to control volume, change music, and take phone calls. The E9 is also now lighter, weighing only 8.9 ounces, making it the go-to headphones to take everywhere, with foldable rotating ear cups for easy packing in the included durable case.

     

    Mixcder E9 Key Features (full spec sheet at: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/MixcderE9SpecSheet.pdf):

    ·        Superior ANC Technology: superior Active Noise Canceling is achieved by improving Mixcder’s chip and using higher sensitive microphones to better counteract noise sound waves.

    ·        Superior Sound Quality: sound quality is enhanced with upgraded headphone speakers. The sounds is well-balanced with improved bass, with great performance from mids and treble.

    ·        30 Hour Battery Life: the rechargeable battery provides up to 30 hours of playtime in wireless mode or up to 3 days with ANC connected with the included audio cable.

    ·        Accompany You Everywhere: rotatable and foldable design makes it easy to pack and carry. The ultimate soft foam and protein leather ensure a comfortable experience at any time, designed to accompany you wherever you go.

    ·        Includes Airplane Adapter: an airplane adapter is included so that you can immerse yourself in music without any disturbances on a plane.  

    “With the Mixcder E9’s ANC Technology, you’ll step into your personal music zone at a flip of a switch,” said David Wu, Founder, Mixcder. “Now you can enjoy your favorite songs with your exclusive ANC headphones. Immerse yourself in music, enjoying every nuance of your favorite song while also appreciating the peace of no external noises.” 

    Pricing & Availability 

    Priced at $69.99, the Mixcder E9 Bluetooth ANC headphones are available immediately through Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HH9Q8ZL?pf_rd_p=c2945051-950f-485c-b4df-15aac5223b10&pf_rd_r=XB2WBFMR6YDH9XQ6XA8M or the Mixcder sales site at: https://mixcder.com/mixcder-e9-wireless-active-noise-cancelling-headphones-p0037.html.  For more information, see the website: http://www.mixcder.com  or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mixcder/.  

    About Mixcder -- Creating Revolutionary Products at an Affordable Price for Everyone 

    Founded in 2015 in City of Industry, California, Mixcder is an audio brand integrating technology and art into its product design from earphones and speakers to audio accessories -- all designed for fashionable youth and music enthusiasts. Mixcder was founded by David Wu, a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University and a music enthusiast with a keen interest in audio electronics. Wu’s dream was to create a world-class consumer e-brand, shaping the future of the audio industry by creating revolutionary products at an affordable price for everyone. With an eye on consumer trends and developments, Wu conducted a comprehensive field study of various international high-end audio brands. The study resulted in the creation of the Mixcder audio line, featuring the number one Bluetooth noise canceling headset with high-end features, including comfort, performance, and quality -- at a fraction of the price. Available in Europe and Asia and now coming to the U.S., the Mixcder Bluetooth headphones’ technology, design, audio quality, timbre, and manufacturing process make the product unique among its counterparts throughout the world. 

    Mixcder’s scientific R&D team includes 30 experts in the fields of music, audio, electronics, and fashion design, including engineers in the fields of electronics, audio, structural design, and testing, with extensive experience in creating audio products. Mixcder’s team shares the same passion of pursuing perfect sound quality full of vigor and vitality as Wu, inspiring listeners to pursue their dreams and enjoy life with the motto: “Join and enjoy. Join together and enjoy together.” Wu says, “Being surrounded by the magic of music, with beautiful melody and rhythm can boost our mood, intensify our emotions and tastes, and make us feel the beauty of life. Mixcder is continuously striving for musical excellence by creating audio products with the essence of music, filling people with vitality, and the world with sunshine.”  

    Visit the Mixcder website at: www.mixcder.com  

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    RoboSense - world’s leading provider of automatic radar LiDAR environment awareness solutions for autonomous driving, RoboSense, World’s leading provider, automatic radar LiDAR, environment awareness solutions, autonomous, driving 

    ROBOSENSE PROVIDES LIDAR TO GACHA --
    FIRST AUTONOMOUS DRIVING SHUTTLE BUS FOR ALL WEATHER CONDITIONS
     
    CO-DEVELOPED BY MUJI & SENSIBLE 4
     
    Before GACHA, Autonomous Cars Operated Only in Ideal Weather Conditions
    RoboSense’s LiDAR “Sees” a 3D World, Even in Finland’s Snow & Extreme Temperatures Reaching -30°C (-22° F)
    GACHA Self-Driving Shuttle Bus Powered with RoboSense All Weather LiDAR-Photo by Justus Hirvi/Bonzu & MUJI

    GACHA Self-Driving Shuttle Bus Robo-Taxi Powered with RoboSense All-Weather LiDAR (Photo: Justus Hirvi/Bonzu & MUJI) 

    March 14, 2019, Shenzhen, China – RoboSense http://www.robosense.ai, a leader in LiDAR perception technology solutions and CES 2019 Innovation Award Honoree, announced today that it has provided cold-resistant all-weather LiDAR for the world’s first autonomous driving shuttle bus for all weather conditions -- GACHA. GACHA is equipped with RoboSense’s advanced cold-resistant 16-beam mechanical LiDAR environment perception system to operate vehicles in harsh winter and other severe weather conditions. The autonomous shuttle bus robo-taxi  GACHA was designed in collaboration with Finnish autonomous driving company Sensible 4, who provided superior software for positioning, navigation, and obstacle detection; Japanese company MUJI, who provided excellent expertise in design and user experience; and Chinese company RoboSense, who provided advanced cold resistant LiDAR.  

    Environment Perception is Huge Task in Extreme Weather Conditions 

    Environment perception is a huge task facing autonomous vehicle providers who require operation in all-weather conditions. Under extreme weather conditions, the performance of critical sensors, such as LiDARs and cameras, are severely impacted. Low temperatures, such as those in Finland, where winter temperatures can reach as low as -30°C (-22°F), can incapacitate the performance of semiconductor components, while snow and ice covered roads essentially cripple the image algorithms’ ability to determine abstract environment information. In addition, on an extremely cold day, the motor of a multi-layered LiDAR might not even start-up, as well as causing detection accuracy and ranging performance to be diminished. Under these circumstances, RoboSense’s new cold-resistant LiDAR is essential. RoboSense’s cold-resistant LiDARsees” a 3D world through emitting and receiving lasers pulses, with point cloud algorithms that accurately recognize obstacles, even in snow and ice. Therefore, LiDAR is the most important sensor when it comes to bringing autonomous driving technology to extremely cold environments.

    GACHA Self-Driving Shuttle Bus - RoboSense LiDAR - Photo by Justus HirviBonzu & MUJI

    RoboSense All-Weather LiDAR on GACHA Self-Driving Shuttle Bus (Photo: Justus Hirvi/Bonzu & MUJI) 

    “When it comes to the GACHA project, engineers from both sides, through close and efficient cooperation, made it possible to let the whole LiDAR system operate steadily in the bitterly code weather in Finland,” said Mark Qiu, COO, RoboSense.   

    GACHA Robot Bus Fleet Deployed in Finland and Other Countries 

    RoboSense will be joining Sensible 4 on their first GACHA bus fleet deployment in April for use on public roads, as well as future projects in various cities in Finland and abroad. “I’m pleased that our product has helped Sensible 4 and MUJI’s jointly designed GACHA self-driving shuttle bus solve perception problems in all weather conditions. In the near future, all RoboSense multi-layer LiDAR products will be able to operate in automotive grade low temperatures under -40C,” said Mark Qiu, COO, RoboSense.  

    “The RoboSense LiDAR hardware and environment perception algorithms we use are reliable and stable, even at freezing temperatures of tens of celcius degrees below zero,” said Harri Santamala, CEO of Sensible 4. “The GACHA development got started when the Sensible 4 team, working back then with the first generation of robot buses, noticed that they just don’t perform at all, even in light rain, not to mention the typical winter conditions in Finland. Completely autonomous self-driving technology is not here yet. Most self-driving cars can operate only in ideal weather conditions and well-marked roads. This is what Sensible 4 has managed to change through repeated tests in the harsh winter conditions of the Finnish Lapland.”  

    Since its inception, RoboSense has been providing complete hardware and software LiDAR environment perception solutions for the autonomous driving industry, solving the LiDAR perception challenges for autopilot applications in all scenarios by combining the RS-LiDAR hardware and the proprietary RS-LiDAR-Algorithms. RoboSense is committed to making better products with continuous improvements on automotive grade reliability to fulfill customers’ needs in various applications and conditions.  

    About RoboSense 

    RoboSense (Suteng Innovation Technology Co., Ltd.) is a world leading LiDAR environment perception solutions provider. Founded in 2014, RoboSense is headquartered in Shenzhen with branch offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Germany, and the United States. Core R&D engineers are from the world’s top universities and top tech companies. The company is committed to delivering comprehensive LiDAR environment perception solutions. The team has been continuously working on and making innovations in many core technical fields, such as FPGA, LiDAR hardware, and AI algorithms. With customers’ needs in mind, RoboSense provides a variety of bespoke intelligent environment perception LiDAR systems. 

    RoboSense has currently two product lines, including MEMS solid-state LiDAR and Mechanical LiDAR systems. Customers include the world’s major autonomous driving technology companies, automotive OEMs, and Tier 1 suppliers, etc. RoboSense LiDAR solutions have been widely used in various application scenarios, such as self-driving logistics vehicles, buses, passenger cars, and more. For more information, see http://www.robosense.ai.

     GACHA Self-Driving Shuttle Bus Powered with RoboSense All Weather LiDAR-2 Photo Justus HirviBonzu & MUJI

    GACHA at Premiere - Self-Driving Shuttle Bus Powered with RoboSense All-Weather LiDAR (Photo: Justus Hirvi/Bonzu & MUJI) 

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    KARENNET PARTY LIST THE OFFICIAL KARENNET SXSW PARTY LIST MARCH, 2018 – AUSTIN, TXTHE OFFICIAL KARENNET SXSW 2019 PARTY LIST V. 3.5 MARCH 8-17, 2019 – AUSTIN, TX http://www.thomas-pr.com/01/sxsw2019.html 


     

    ADAS SENSORS 2019 CONFERENCE & EXPO FOCUSES ON
    THE FUTURE OF ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS,
    EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES, & APPLICATIONS
     
    FEATURES KEY PLAYERS IN ADAS TECHNOLOGY, MANUFACTURING, INVESTMENTS, & MILITARY

    March 6, 2019, Birmingham, Michigan – The 4th annual ADAS Sensors 2019 conference and expo (http://www.adassensors.com) will showcase industry insights from key players in advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). This event features over 250 attendees, 34 technical presentations and 30+ exhibitors, held on March 20-21, 2019 in Detroit Michigan. See the full conference agenda at:  http://www.adassensors.com/agenda.html and speakers’ abstracts at: http://www.adassensors.com/speakers.html

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    ADAS Sensors 2019 conference speakers include top executives from Citi Research, Magneti Marelli, DENSO, Analog Devices, IHS Markit, Woodside Capital, AIStorm, Motus Ventures, and more, who will discuss topics, including ADAS, camera/video, radar, LIDAR, ultrasonic, infrared (IR) sensors, AI, VR & AR, sensor fusion, virtual sensors, robo-taxis, the future of networked mobility, military vehicles, market trends, emerging applications, mergers and acquisitions, venture capital, and successful start-up tactics. 

    Key Speakers (full list at: http://www.adassensors.com/speakers.html):

     

    AIStorm Logo - David Schie, CEO - Speaker at ADAS Sensors 2019

    David Schie, CEO, AIStorm –

    Topic: Analog AI Technologies for ADAS Applications.  An overview of emerging imaging solutions will be discussed, including various approaches to LIDAR and details of CIS/optics, as well as how analog AI can be used to improve the processing of the imaging solutions by reducing the chance of missing key data, pruning data in real time, and eliminating expensive components such as ADCs. He  will also highlight several leading companies focused on analog AI technologies, as well as several academia R&D groups. Full abstract at: http://www.adassensors.com/speakers.html#david_schie.

     

     

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    Harvey Weinberg, Division Technologist, Analog Devices –

    Topic: Technologies for Autonomous Cars - Musings on Missing Pieces and Proposed Solutions. Autonomous cars have been promised as being “right around the corner” for several years. But there are still several significant remaining road blocks standing in the way, including sparse legislation governing autonomous vehicles, inadequate infrastructure to support autonomous driving, lack of standards, and several technical gaps that keep Level 4 and 5 vehicles out of reach. This talk will touch on several of these gaps, with particular attention to outstanding technical challenges. Full abstract at: http://www.adassensors.com/speakers.html#harvey_weinberg.  

     

    Citi Research Logo - Itay Michaeli Director U S  Autos and Auto Parts - Speaker at ADAS Sensors 2019

     

    Itay Michaeli, Director, U.S. Autos and Auto Parts, Citi Research -

    Topic: Robo-Taxis and the Race for the Future of Networked Mobility. How close are we to ditching our personal cars? While we may not be up to personal flying taxis yet, it seems that reality may finally be catching up with the hype. Robo-taxis are being planned for cities and surrounding suburbs, and the race to launch and commercialize these robo-taxis are all about building a powerful network effect. Full abstract at: http://www.adassensors.com/speakers.html#itay_michaeli

     

    DENSO Logo - Tony Cannestra Director of Corporate Ventures - Speaker at ADAS Sensors 2019

     

    Tony Cannestra, Director of Corporate Ventures, DENSO -

    Topic: Automotive Computer Vision Startups - Key Investment Factors. Over the past three years, there have been significant advances in computer vision technologies. What are the important criteria that investment groups examine when considering an investment in a vision sensor startup company? Topics will include expected sensor performance, the overall market opportunity, competitive landscape, successful startups, and how to work within the auto industry to achieve success. Full abstract at: http://www.adassensors.com/speakers.html#tony_cannestra.

     

    IHS Markit Logo - Phil Amsrud, Senior Principal Analyst  - Speaker at ADAS Sensors 2019

     

    Phil Amsrud, Senior Principal Analyst, IHS Markit -

    Topic: Emerging Trends and Market Outlook. Self-driving cars will usher in a new segment to support ride-hailing applications and will change the vehicle’s architecture from being ECU based to domain controller based. How will the sensor suite morph to support these changes? Will it be more of the same or will LIDAR be the one technology to enable everything? Are there other sensor technologies that will have a place within the self-driving car? Will these technologies be in addition to or will they displace existing technologies? And finally, what’s the impact of the upcoming ride-hailing model?  Full abstract at: http://www.adassensors.com/speakers.html#phil_amsrud 

     

    Magneti Marelli Logo - Gary Streelman, Director - Speaker at ADAS Sensors 2019

     

    Gary Streelman, Director, Magneti Marelli -

    Topic: V2X Technologies – Complementary Enhancement for ADAS Applications. Vehicles today are safer than they were in the past due, in part, to the addition of advanced driver-assistance systems, or ADAS. These systems “look” around the vehicle to determine where there might be something that would cause an unsafe situation, and then are able to alert the driver. Another approach to improve safety, is to have vehicles communicate with each other and other objects wirelessly, which is called vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) or vehicle-to-everything (V2X). V2X can act as another sensor input that adds to the current suite of sensors used for ADAS applications.  Full abstract at:

    http://www.adassensors.com/speakers.html#gary_streelman

     

    Motus Ventures Logo - Jim DiSanto, Managing Director - Speaking at ADAS Sensors 2019

     

    Jim DiSanto, Managing Director, Motus Ventures -

    Topic: The Road to Mobile Robots - Emerging Opportunities and Megatrends. In the past five years, many of us in the venture capital community have witnessed an explosion of startup companies developing mobile robots for a myriad of applications. Typically, these robots are designed to displace a human worker. Examples include self-driving vehicles, drones, as well as cleaning, agricultural, delivery, and food preparation robots. We see this as only the tip of the iceberg: roughly 3.2 billion jobs consisting mostly of manual labor could be replaced by robots in the coming years and decades.  Full abstract at: http://www.adassensors.com/speakers.html#jim_disanto.

     

     

    Attendee & Exhibitor Registration 

    Attendee registration is priced at $995, with discounts available for startup companies (under two years old). Exhibitor registration is priced at $2,995 for medium to large companies and $1,995 for startups. Exhibitors receive two conference passes, meals and receptions, printed conference programs, and digital presentations. To exhibit, please contact Jessica Ingram at jessica@memsjournal.com phone: (360) 929-0114. For attendee registration, go to: ­­­­ http://www.adassensors.com/register.html.  Hotel info is available at: http://www.adassensors.com/index.html#location and registration info at: ­­­­ http://www.adassensors.com/register.html.  

    About Microtech Ventures and MEMS Journal  

    Microtech Ventures provides venture capital and M&A advisory services for MEMS, sensors, and electronics companies, as well as market research, marketing and advertising, business development, executive and engineering recruiting, intellectual property, and equipment brokerage.  Microtech Ventures is also the publisher of MEMS Journal, the largest MEMS publication worldwide. MEMS Journal covers the key MEMS news and developments, exploring the latest technologies, business developments, commercialization, and partnerships. 

    For more information on Microtech Ventures services and conferences, contact info@microtechventures.com. For information on MEMS Journal, contact  info@memsjournal.com, or visit www.memsjournal.com, Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/memsjournal

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    MICROTECH VENTURES ANNOUNCES 4th ANNUAL ADAS SENSORS 2019 CONFERENCE & EXPO
    ON THE FUTURE OF ADAS
    (ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS)

     
    March 20-21, 2019 in Detroit, Michigan
    Features Cutting-Edge Startup Showcase
    Meet OEMs and Tier 1 Suppliers at Networking Sessions and Reception
     
    ADAS Market is Estimated at $32 billion in 2019 - Expected to Reach $60 Billion by 2025
     ADAS Sensor Technology Provides Safer and Better Driving
     
    Conference Topics Include ADAS, Camera/Video, Radar, LIDAR, Ultrasonic, Infrared (IR) Sensors, AI, VR & AR, Sensor Fusion, Virtual Sensors,
    Robo-Taxis, Future of Networked Mobility, Military Vehicles
    Market Trends, Emerging Applications, Mergers & Acquisitions, Venture Capital
     

    February 20, 2019, Birmingham, Michigan Microtech Ventures announced today the 4th annual ADAS Sensors 2019 conference and expo, to be held March 20-21, 2019 in the automotive capital of the world, Detroit, Michigan. ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) Sensors 2019 (http://www.adassensors.com) will unveil the latest transformative automotive technologies, including LIDAR, ultrasonic, radar, infrared (IR), camera sensors, market trends, emerging applications, and other technologies that will change the way we drive now and in the near future.  

    Estimated at a $32 billion market in 2019 and expected to reach $60 billion in 2025, ADAS is key to the adoption of autonomous vehicles in the marketplace. ADAS provides technology for safer and better driving, including collision and pedestrian avoidance, lane departure warnings, rain detection, sign recognition, automatic parking, driverless systems, and more. ADAS Sensors 2019 features a conference and exhibition with networking opportunities to connect with key OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, technology companies, industry analysts, and media. With approximately 300 attendees and 40-50 exhibitors at this highly selective and focused show, key exhibitors include Denso, Siemens, OnScale, Phantom Intelligence, Sekisui, Shin-Etsu, Silitronics Solutions, SilTerra, Silvaco, and ST Microelectronics.

    Conference Speakers from Citi Research, U.S. Army, Denso and More 

    Conference speakers include top executives from Citi Research, U.S. Army, Magneti Marelli, Denso, Analog Devices, IHS Markit, Woodside Capital, and more, who will discuss topics, such as robo-taxis, the future of networking mobility, complementary ADAS technology, military vehicle applications, AI, VR, and AR, as well as new sensor technology, autonomous cars, virtual sensors, sensor fusion, investing trends, and M&A. The full list of conference speakers and topics is at: http://www.adassensors.com/agenda.html and full exhibitors list is at: http://www.adassensors.com/exhibitors.html. 

    In-Car Demonstration at ADAS Sensors 

    Hands-on In-Car Demonstrations & Startup Showcase 

    New in-car technologies will be demonstrated at the show hands-on in on-site vehicles by companies, such as CalmCar, Phantom Intelligence, and Immervision, who will showcase their advanced sensors inside the exhibit area for conference attendees to test for themselves up-close. The show will also highlight a startup showcase to announce and demonstrate new cutting-edge technologies and companies.  

    Mike Pinelis, Ph.D., President and CEO, Microtech Ventures and MEMS Journal, said, “At our 4th annual ADAS Sensors 2019, we will take a comprehensive look at what’s driving market growth and which consumer demands will shape the next developments. How will AI be integrated into sensor processing and fusion systems? What challenges are suppliers facing? And what new design, reliability, and packaging requirements need to be considered? These key questions and more will drive the in-depth presentations and discussions at our conference this year.”  

    Microtech Ventures Conference

     

    Attendee & Exhibitor Registration 

    Attendee registration is available now, priced at $995, with discounts available for startup companies (under two years old). Exhibitor booth registration is priced at $2,995 for medium to large companies and $1,995 for startups. Exhibitors receive two conference passes, breakfasts, lunches, networking breaks, receptions, printed conference programs, and digital presentations. In addition, exhibitors receive marketing exposure sent to 80,000 automotive, sensor, MEMS, electronics, and semiconductor subscribers through promotional campaigns by MEMS Journal and other media partners.  To exhibit, please contact Jessica Ingram at jessica@memsjournal.com phone: 360-929-0114.  

    ADAS Sensors 2019 will be held March 20-21, 2019 at The Henry Hotel, 300 Town Center Drive, Dearborn, Michigan 48126, which is in the Detroit metropolitan area. Hotel info is available at: http://www.adassensors.com/#location. To register for the show, go to: ­­­­ http://www.adassensors.com/register.html.  

    About Microtech Ventures and MEMS Journal  

    Microtech Ventures provides venture capital and M&A advisory services for MEMS, sensors, and electronics companies, as well as market research, marketing and advertising, business development, executive and engineering recruiting, intellectual property, and equipment brokerage.  Microtech Ventures is also the publisher of MEMS Journal, the largest MEMS publication worldwide. With over 35,000 international subscribers, MEMS Journal covers the key MEMS news and developments, exploring the latest technologies, business developments, commercialization, and partnerships. 

    Microtech Ventures also produces several leading industry events every year in the automotive, microtechnology, and medical industries. Held since 2012, the shows attract top-level executives, engineers, and researchers active in the MEMS, sensors, and microtechnology community. The conferences and expos include ADAS Sensors, held in Detroit, Michigan each year in March http://www.adassensors.com; Medical Wearables, held in May in San Jose, California http://www.medwearablesconference.com; Automotive LIDAR show, held in September in Detroit, Michigan http://www.automotivelidar.com; Microtech Innovation Summit, held in November in San Jose, California; and Edge Computing Summit, held in July in San Jose, California. 

    For more information on Microtech Ventures services and conferences, contact info@microtechventures.com. For information on MEMS Journal, contact info@memsjournal.com, or visit www.memsjournal.com. Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/memsjournal

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    KAREN THOMAS, THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS, INC. SELECTED AS JUDGE FOR EDISON AWARDS 2019

    KAREN THOMAS, THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS, INC. SELECTED AS JUDGE FOR EDISON AWARDS 2019

     

     

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    A&R MUSIC VETERAN STEEV RICCARDO TALKS ABOUT DISCOVERING & SIGNING THE GREAT KAT IN iTUNES’ PODCAST:
    “BLOWING SMOKE WITH TWISTED RICO” EPISODE 3
    Listen at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-3-of-blowing-smoke-with-twisted-rico/id1448387957?i=1000427892047&mt=2
     
    “Even More Controversial” than the Band Poison – Steev Riccardo

     
     

    Steev Riccardo, former A&R for Roadrunner Records/Enigma Records, discovered and signed The Great Kat. He talked about the experience in his January 17, 2019 iTunes podcast, “Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico” Episode 3: “I signed to Roadrunner The Great Kat, which was probably even more controversial [than the band ‘Poison’]. While at Enigma, I heard The Great Kat’s 3 song tape. It was this blistering thrash metal with violin solos from a Juilliard graduate. I sent a postcard and said ‘It sounds great!’ One day, The Great Kat showed up in California at the office, without any warning, and she was just a trip! When I went to Roadrunner, I spoke to Cees Wessels about The Great Kat and he agreed we should sign her, which we did. She may have alienated many people along the way, but I have no regrets whatsoever about signing The Great Kat and I am proud to have worked with,” -Steev Riccardo,  “Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico” iTunes Podcast, Episode 3, January 17, 2019.  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-3-of-blowing-smoke-with-twisted-rico/id1448387957?i=1000427892047&mt=2

     Listen To The Great Kat’s Roadrunner/Warner Music Legendary Debut Album “Worship Me Or Die!” on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/worship-me-or-die!/id1086423634

    About The Great Kat – Full Bio at:  http://www.greatkat.com/05/index05.html 


    Legendary Guitar/Violin Shredder, The Great Kat is the world-famous Juilliard graduate Classical Violin Virtuoso/Carnegie Recital Hall Violin Soloist/Winner of “Artists International Competition", “TOP 10 FASTEST SHREDDERS OF ALL TIME” (Guitar One Magazine)/ "FAMOUS JUILLIARD SCHOOL ALUMNI" (Ranker)/“50 SENSATIONAL FEMALE GUITARISTS” (Guitar Player Magazine)/Reincarnation of Beethoven and the ONLY Guitar-Violin Double Virtuoso since Niccolo Paganini, UPDATING Classical Music for the future with virtuosity, speed, power and outrageous persona. The New York Times declared: “The wave of the future might well be heavy-metal Beethoven by way of Juilliard. Ms. Kat's ‘Beethoven on Speed’ album elevates furiousness to a would-be world view.”
     

    The Great Kat Website: http://www.greatkat.com  

    The Great Kat is #1 on AMAZON PRIME METAL MUSIC VIDEOS:
    "CZARDAS for VIOLIN and PIANO" Watch at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MC5ZQLM
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    World Premiere on AMAZON PRIME: 
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    The Great Kat “Czardas for Violin and Piano”. The Great Kat Juilliard Violin Legend prepares for her Classical Violin Recital with a bubble bath. Great Kat's butlers, designers & chauffeurs serve their goddess with jewels & designer clothing. They all go to the show and the violin virtuoso shreds Czardas gypsy violin waltz at amazing speeds on her Classical violin. The audience goes crazy. Bravo! Watch Now at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MC5ZQLM   https://www.amazon.com/v/thegreatkat

    NEW Great Kat DVD coming in 2019
    Featuring ShredClassical masterpieces from Czardas, Beethoven, Mozart, Vivaldi, Sarasate, Rossini, Liszt, Bach, Terror, Czardas, Bazzini,  Chef Great Kat, Paganini & More shred insanity from The Great Kat Guitar/Violin Double Virtuoso! http://www.greatkat.com  WATCH MUSIC VIDEOS from UPCOMING DVD on AMAZON PRIME NOW at https://www.amazon.com/v/thegreatkat.


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    RoboSense - world’s leading provider of automatic radar LiDAR environment awareness solutions for autonomous driving, RoboSense, World’s leading provider, automatic radar LiDAR, environment awareness solutions, autonomous, driving 

     
    DR. LEILEI SHINOHARA JOINS ROBOSENSE AS VICE PRESIDENT OF R&D
     
    SHINOHARA WAS PREVIOUSLY LEAD FOR THE WORLD’S FIRST AUTOMOTIVE GRADE LIDAR PRODUCT --VALEO SCALA
     
    Dr. Shinohara is One of the Most Accomplished LiDAR Experts with Over 10 Years of Experience Developing LiDAR Systems

    Dr. Leilei Shinohara, Vice President of R&D, RoboSense

     

    January 23, 2019, Shenzhen, China - RoboSense, a leader in LiDAR perception technology, announced today that Dr. Leilei Shinohara has joined RoboSense as Vice President of R&D. With more than a decade of experience developing LiDAR systems, Dr. Shinohara is regarded as one of the most accomplished experts in this field. He previously served as the lead of Valeo’s SCALA® LiDAR project, the world’s first automotive grade LiDAR product. Dr. Shinohara brings RoboSense a wealth of valuable experience that will help with the growth and development of the automotive grade mass production of RoboSense’s LiDAR products. 

    Prior to joining RoboSense, Dr. Shinohara was the Technical Lead for Asia OEMs at Valeo, responsible for multiple programs, including automotive LiDAR, automotive safety products, and sensor fusion projects. He managed an international sensor product development team located in six countries, responsible for the development and implementation of systems, software, hardware, mechanics, testing and validation, and functional safety, building the first automotive grade LiDAR product. 

    “We are thrilled to have a top LiDAR expert like Dr. Leilei Shinohara joining our team,” said Mark Qiu, RoboSense COO and Co-founder. “Dr. Shinohara is one of the world’s most seasoned talents in the LiDAR industry, exceptionally well suited to lead the R&D department here at RoboSense. We are confident that Dr. Shinohara will bring his valuable experience to build automotive grade LiDAR products that can be mass produced to empower highly automated driving.”  

    Dr. Shinohara graduated from Tokyo Institute of Technology with a Bachelor Degree in System and Control Engineering and a Master Degree in Mechanical and Control System Engineering. In 2008, he began PhD studies at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) in Germany, receiving his PhD degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering in 2014. During his six years of PhD studies, Shinohara focused on LiDAR systems and was involved in several sensor projects, including the design and simulation of optical sensor systems, optical quality measurement (MTF) systems, coherent Doppler wind LiDAR systems, and 3D LiDAR technology based on MEMS micromirrors for autonomous driving. As an outstanding LiDAR project manager and the chief engineer, Dr. Shinohara and his research team at KIT developed a LiDAR system which was later acquired by a German Tier 1 company. 

    “I was impressed by the innovation capabilities and technical acumen of RoboSense, which were the major reasons that attracted me to join the team,” said Dr. Shinohara. “I am honored to join such a dynamic and promising team in the field of LiDAR technology. At CES 2019, a group of autonomous driving industry gurus expressed their ambition to accelerate the commercialization of AV [autonomous vehicle] technology, which further indicated the urgent demand for automotive grade solid-state LiDAR products that can be mass produced. This year at CES, RoboSense exhibited its latest MEMS solid-state LiDAR, which has superior performance to its peer products. With RoboSense’s leading technology and my previous experience in this industry, I am confident that together, we can greatly accelerate the development of automotive grade LiDAR products that can be mass produced to make highly automated driving a reality.”  

    As an honoree of the CES 2019 Innovation Award, RoboSense demonstrated its new automotive grade MEMS solid-state LiDAR to the world: RS-LiDAR-M1, which has attracted the attention of major international OEMs and Tier 1 automotive companies. The RS-LiDAR-M1 offers a wide 120 degrees horizontal field of view with very high resolution. It adopts a lower-cost, mass production-friendly 905nm Laser waveband that achieves a long 200 meter detection range.  

    About RoboSense 

    RoboSense (Suteng Innovation Technology Co., Ltd.) is a world leading LiDAR environment perception solution provider. Founded in 2014, RoboSense has headquarters in Shenzhen, China, with branch offices in Beijing, Shanghai, and Suzhou, China, and in the United States and Germany. Robosense’s core R&D engineers are from the world’s top universities and top tech companies. RoboSense is committed to delivering comprehensive LiDAR environment perception solutions with high performance automotive grade LiDAR hardware and the RoboSense unique AI based innovative intelligent environment perception algorithms. 

    RoboSense has two product lines, the MEMS solid-state LiDAR systems and mechanical LiDAR systems. Customers include the world’s major autonomous driving technology companies, automotive OEMs, and Tier 1 suppliers. RoboSense LiDAR solutions are widely used in various application scenarios, such as self-driving logistics vehicles, buses, trucks, highly autonomous driving cars, reference systems for other sensors, and more. RoboSense continues to work on cutting-edge LiDAR systems that ensure safe autonomous driving. For more information, see the website: http://www.robosense.ai.

    Photos:
    Dr. Leilei Shinohara, Vice President of R&D, RoboSense: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenseshinoharavp.html
    CES 2019 Innovation Award Winner - RoboSense RS-IPLS Diagram:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenseces2019innovationawardwinner.html
    RoboSense Team: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenseteam.html
    RoboSense Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenselogo.html
     
    Video:
    RoboSenseYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYCK8j678N6d_ayWE_8F3rQ
    RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1: https://youtu.be/Ijpbjlw_8OY
    RoboSense Applications: https://youtu.be/4Ooc-rJODHU 
     
    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
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       RoboSense - world’s leading provider of automatic radar LiDAR environment awareness solutions for autonomous driving, RoboSense, World’s leading provider, automatic radar LiDAR, environment awareness solutions, autonomous, driving

    ROBOSENSE AT CES
    BOOTH #9310
    NORTH HALL
     

    CES 2019 INNOVATION AWARD HONOREE ROBOSENSE

    LAUNCHES NEW MEMS SOLID-STATE LIDAR AT CES 2019

    New RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1 Improves Detection Distance, Resolution,
    Field of View (FOV), & Reliability – Supports Level 5 Full Automatic Driverless Driving
    Detects Even Small Objects, such as Railings & Fences
    RS-LiDAR-M1 Photo

    --Publicly Demonstrated for the First Time at CES 2019-- 

    January 3, 2019, Shenzhen, China – RoboSense http://www.robosense.ai, a leader in LiDAR perception technology solutions and CES 2019 Innovation Award Honoree, announced today that next week at CES 2019, they will publicly demonstrate an upgraded version of their MEMS solid-state LiDAR, an automotive grade solid-state LiDAR designed for the mass production of autonomous vehicles. The new RS-LiDAR-M1 with patented MEMS technology offers ground-breaking vehicle intelligence awareness to fully support Level 5 driverless automated driving.  A breakthrough on the measurement range limit based on 905nm LiDAR with a detection distance to 200 meters, the upgraded optical system and signal processing technology brings remarkable final output point cloud effect which can now clearly recognize even small objects, such as railings and fences. 

    At last year’s CES 2018, RoboSense demonstrated the first generation MEMS solid-state LiDAR RS-LiDAR-M1Pre.  Just four months later, in May 2018, it was loaded on the Cainiao unmanned logistics vehicle and unveiled at the Ali Cainiao Global Intelligent Logistics Conference, becoming the world’s first solid-state LiDAR for unmanned vehicles. RoboSense has already been sending the MEMS LiDAR product to the world’s top OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. At CES 2019, RoboSense will launch the new RS-LiDAR-M1, showcasing the potential of their MEMS optomechanical system design, with breakthrough improvements in detection distance, resolution, Field of View (FOV), reliability, and other RoboSense award-winning LiDAR sensing technologies. 

    Double the Horizontal Field of View to 120 Degrees  

    A major step forward from the previous version award-winning RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1Pre, the new RS-LiDAR-M1 MEMS optomechanical LiDAR provides an increased horizontal field of view by nearly 100% compared to the previous generation, reaching an amazing 120° field of view, so that only a few RS-LiDAR-M1s are needed to cover the 360° field of view. In addition, with only five RS-LiDAR-M1s, there is no blind zone around the car with dual LiDAR sensing redundancy provided in front of the car for a L5 level of automatic driving -- full driverless driving. Based on the target production cost at $200 each, the cost of five RS-LiDAR-M1 is only 1/100th the highest mechanical LiDAR available to the market, which is more in line with the cost requirements for the mass production of autonomous vehicles.

    RS-LiDAR-M1 Photo 2

    Measurement Range to 200 Meters  

    The battle between 1550nm and 905nm LiDAR is about cost and performance. When aiming for a low-cost 905nm LiDAR, it is necessary to overcome the technical difficulties of achieving sufficient measurement range. The RS-LiDAR-M1 achieves a breakthrough on the measurement range limit based on the 905nm LiDAR, with a detection distance to 200 meters. 

    A Leap Forward in Point Cloud Effect Technology -- Even Small Objects 

    The unique RS-LiDAR-M1 LiDAR system provides massive improvements, the most remarkable being the final output point cloud effect. The M1’s detection capability is greatly improved through the upgraded optical system and signal processing technology, which can now clearly recognize even small objects, such as railings and fences.

    RS-LiDAR-M1 Photo 3

    “The RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1 LiDAR system is a giant leap forward for driverless technology,” said Mark Qiu, Co-founder, RoboSense.“We are committed to developing high-performance automotive-grade LiDAR at a low-cost to advance the LiDAR market, so that LiDAR can be used in fully unmanned vehicles, as well as assisted autonomous driving with superior environmental information detection that ensures driving safety. ” 

    A CES 2019 Innovation Award Honoree, the RS-IPLS first hardware and software algorithm based solution for the mass production of safer autonomous cars includes the RS-LiDAR-M1Pre first generation RoboSense MEMS LiDAR system and AI algorithms. RoboSense will be exhibiting the new upgraded MEMS LiDAR, the RS-LiDAR-M1, at CES 2019, Booth #9310, North Hall. CES is held January 8-11, 2019 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV. For more information about RoboSense, see http://www.robosense.ai.  

    About RoboSense 

    RoboSense is the world’s leading provider of LiDAR environmental awareness solutions. Founded in 2014, the company is headquartered in Shenzhen, China, with offices in the United States, Germany, and Beijing, Shanghai, and Suzhou, China. The core R&D team comes from the world’s top universities and world-class technology companies. For many years, RoboSense’s main design team has been developing the LiDAR sensing environment based on experience in many core technical fields, such as chips, LiDAR sensors, and AI algorithms. Market-oriented, providing customers with different combinations of intelligent environment-aware LiDAR systems, RoboSense’s core products include MEMS solid-state LiDAR system technology solutions and mechanical LiDAR system technology solutions. Customers include the world’s major autonomous driving technology companies, car manufacturers, and first-tier suppliers. RoboSense’s technologies are widely employed in a variety uses, including autonomous driving logistics vehicles, buses, passenger cars, and more. RoboSense’scutting-edge LiDAR system works with you to keep your autonomous driving safe. For more information, see http://www.robosense.ai.

    Photos:
    RS-LiDAR-M1 Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenserslidarm1photo.html
    RS-LiDAR-M1 Photo 2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenserslidarm1photo2.html
    RS-LiDAR-M1 Photo 3: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenserslidarm1photo3.html
    RoboSense Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenselogo.html
     
    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com  
    (631) 549-7575 websites: http://www.thomas-pr.com  http://www.thomaspr.com 



     

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    THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS CLIENTS AT CES 2019

    THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS CLIENTS AT CES 2019: 

              ·          MWA – BOOTH # 17540 – CENTRAL HALL:     

    MWA, leader in fashion designer electronics, will launch the Isaac Mizrahi line of technology products, and Cylo line of audio with Cannonball IPX7 waterproof floatable Bluetooth speakers which allow you to pair 2 speakers together. MWA electronics brands include: Cylo, Isaac Mizrahi, Bebe, Sugartone, Coby, and Kensie. 

              ·          ROBOSENSE - BOOTH #9310 – NORTH HALL:

    Winner of 2019 CES Innovation Award, RoboSense is the world’s leading provider of LiDAR environment-aware solutions for autonomous driving. RoboSense will announce new autonomous vehicle technology at CES. www.robosense.ai  

              ·          BEBOP SENSORS - BOOTH #50908 - EUREKA PARK, SANDS:

    Winner of the TIME Magazine Best Inventions of the Year 2018 for the Forte Wireless Data Glove for industrial, medical, human factors, virtual reality, gaming, design, and more, Bebop Sensors is the leader in smart fabric sensor technology with over 2 million wearable fabric sensors shipped. The company will introduce new flexible fabric sensor products at the show. www.bebopsensors.com  

              ·          UDOQ - BOOTH #52969 – EUREKA PARK, SANDS:

    Mom’s Choice Award winner -- “The Porsche of Chargers,” udoq is the leading luxury charging/docking station for elegant display and charging of multiple devices with neatly organized cables. udoq will launch the udoq 400 Power for Apple and udoq 400 Power for Android at the show. www.udoq.com  

    Press Contacts to schedule meetings at CES 2019:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR (631) 549-7575 cell: (516) 527-9111
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    Website: http://www.thomaspr.com 
    Info: http://www.thomasprsocial.com 


    Men’s Journal 17 High-tech Holiday Gifts That’ll Make Any Home Smarter on udoq by Tom Samiljan
    Men’s Journal 17 High-tech Holiday Gifts That’ll Make Any Home Smarter on udoq by Tom Samiljan: "The rat’s nest of cables charging every smartphone and tablet in your household? So messy and stress-inducing, and not very smart. Cable management may not sound exciting, but getting a handle on it will change anyone’s life. Developed in Germany by former Porsche designers, the sleek udoq mobile docking station holds and charges three to five smartphones or tablets—even an Apple Watch—in any configuration you want, thanks to a patented modular system of adapters. Perfect on a desktop or mounted on a wall, the udoq will clear the clutter in any home."

     


     

    BeBop Logo          BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove on Hand Photo

    BEBOP SENSORS AT CES
    BOOTH #50908 SANDS
    Eureka Park, Hall G, Level 1
     

    BEBOP SENSORS INTRODUCES WIRELESS DATA GLOVE AT CES 2019
     
    Winner of TIME Magazine’s 2018 Best Inventions of the Year
    Forte Wireless Data Glove is for Applications, including Wearable, Industrial, Human Factors, Sports, Automotive, Medical, Military, Outdoor Wear, Virtual Reality, Gaming, Musical Instruments, and More 

    Berkeley, CA, December 20, 2018 — BeBop Sensors, Inc. www.bebopsensors.com, the leader in smart fabric sensor technology with over two million wearable smart fabric sensors shipped, announced today that they will be exhibiting at CES 2019, Booth #50908 at the Sands, Eureka Park. At CES, BeBop Sensors will demonstrate the Forte Wireless Data Glove, winner of TIME Magazine’s 2018 Best Inventions of the Year.   The first fully featured affordable data glove to incorporate haptics and super accurate rapid sensing, the BeBop Sensors data glove is perfect for a wide variety applications, including wearable, industrial, human factors, sports, automotive, medical, military, outdoor wear, virtual reality, gaming, musical instruments, and more. 

    “The Forte Data Glove is the first hand tracking system to accurately and rapidly track fingers and fingertips with the best haptics,” said Keith McMillen, Founder and CEO, BeBop Sensors. “Before the Forte Wireless Data Glove, there was nothing practical that could accurately sense finger movements and quickly send tactile feedback to the fingertips.”  

    Forte Data Glove Features:

    ·        First affordable high performance, ultra-comfortable wireless data glove.

    ·        Sensor speeds at 500Hz.

    ·        Data rates at 150 frames per second, eliminating lag for near instantaneous response times, perfect for the most demanding gaming applications.

    ·        10 smart fabric bend sensors are located above each knuckle with bend accuracy and repeatability at +/- 1.5 degrees.

    ·        9 degree IMU (Inertial Measurement Units) provides extremely low drift and reliable pre-blended accelerometer and gyro sensor data.

    ·        6 actuators are located on 4 fingertips, the thumb, and palm.

    ·        Up to 64 unique haptic sound files can be resident on the glove with new files rapidly uploaded over Bluetooth or Micro USB. 

    ·        Micro USB connector charges the internal lithium battery in 2 hours for a 15 hours battery life. 

     

    BEBOP SENSORS AT CES 2018:
    BOOTH #50908 Eureka Park, Sands
    NEWS: Forte Virtual Reality Data Glove
    WEBSITE: http://www.bebopsensors.com 
    VIDEO: https://youtu.be/UBakV63xi64
     
    CONTACT TO SCHEDULE CES MEETINGS:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR (631) 549-7575 Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com
     

    For more information on the Forte Wireless Data Glove, BeBop Sensors’ technology, and BeBop Sensors’ funding, contact BeBop Sensors at contact@bebopsensors.com, website: http://www.bebopsensors.com.   

    About BeBop Sensors 

    BeBop uses smart fabrics to create elegant sensor solutions for OEMs. Where things or people interact, BeBop Sensors comprehends force, location, size, weight, bend, twist and presence across any size, resolution and geometry. BeBop technology is robust and proven with over two million sensors in daily use. Based in Berkeley, California, BeBop Sensors makes things knowable for product designers and visionaries. For more information and demonstrations, see the BeBop Sensors website www.bebopsensors.com.

    Photos BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove:
    BeBop Sensors Dataglove: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsdataglovehighres1.html 
    BeBop Sensors Dataglove 2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsdataglovehighres2.html 
    BeBop Sensors Dataglove 3: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsdataglovehighres3.html 
    BeBop Sensors Dataglove 4: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsdataglovehighres4.html 
    On Hand: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsfortegloveonhand.html
    Glove: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsforteglove.html
    Back Hand: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsforteglovebackhand.html
    Back: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsfortegloveback.html
    BeBop Sensors Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/beboplogo.html 
     
    Video: https://youtu.be/UBakV63xi64
     
    Releases:
    IDTechEx Award: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorsidtechexwearableaward2018release.html
    Series A Funding: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorsbullpenrelease.html
    Forte Glove: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorsfortedatagloverelease.html
    CES 2018: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorsces2018release.html
    VR Gloves: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopdatagloverelease.html
    BopPad: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopkmiboppadsmartfabricrelease.html
    OCS: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopairbagsafetysensorsrelease.html
    Smart Helmet: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorshelmetrelease.html
    Gartner Award: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopgartnercoolvendorrelease.html
    Frost & Sullivan Award: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopfrostandsullivanawardrelease.html
     
    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR (631) 549-7575 Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    Website: http://www.thomas-pr.com  http://www.thomaspr.com  



     

    MWA Logo             Cylo Logo 

    MWA AT CES

    BOOTH#17540 – Central Hall

     

    MWA LAUNCHES CYLO CANNONBALL IPX7 WATERPROOF FLOATABLE BLUETOOTH SPEAKERS AT CES 2019 
     

    Patent-Pending Stabilization in Water and on Land
    Floats in Water, Sand & Dirt Resistant for Beach, Outdoor & Indoor Use
    with Flat Bottom for Indoor Table & Desk Use
     
    Cannonball’s True Wireless Technology Allows it to Pair Two Speakers Together
    for Immersive Sound for Parties, Home, & Office
     

    Cylo Cannonball

    NY, NY, Dec 19, 2018 – MWA, a leader in designer electronics, with brands including Cylo, Isaac Mizrahi, Bebe, Sugartone, Coby, and Kensie, announced today that they will launch an extension of their Cylo line of audio products at CES 2019, Booth #17540 Central Hall, the patent-pending Cannonball IPX7 waterproof floatable Bluetooth speakers, which feature true wireless capabilities that allows you to pair two speakers together for a totally immersive experience.

     

    Patent-Pending Stabilization Technology for Use in Water and on Land

     

    Priced at $49.99 and $79.99 respectively and available March 2019, the rugged Cannonball and Cannonball Max float in water with patent-pending stabilization technology for use on water and on land. Sand and dirt resistant for the beach and outdoors, they feature up to a 100 foot Bluetooth range -- perfect for listening to music at parties, the beach, home, and in the office. In addition, the Cannonball speakers have a flat bottom to use indoors as a table or desktop speaker and feature a built-in mic to take phone calls.

     

    Cylo Cannonball Bluetooth Speaker Line Info:

    Cannonball Model:

    ·        4” diameter.

    ·        IPX7 waterproof.

    ·        Wireless chipset provides ability to pair two speakers.

    ·        Dirt and sand resistant.

    ·        Floats in water.

    ·        Patent-pending stabilization in water and on land.

    ·        Up to 60 Foot Bluetooth range.

    ·        Flat bottom for indoor table and desktop use.

    ·        MSRP: $49.99

    ·        Available: March 2019

     

    Cannonball Max Model:

    ·        5” Diameter

    ·        IPX7 waterproof.

    ·        Wireless chipset provides ability to pair two speakers.

    ·        Dirt and sand resistant.

    ·        Floats in water.

    ·        Patent-pending stabilization in water and on land.

    ·        Up to 100 Foot Bluetooth range.

    ·        Flat bottom for indoor table and desk use.

    ·        MSRP: $79.99

    ·        Available: March 2019

     

    MWA will be at CES 2019, Booth #17540 in the Central Hall, LVCC. CES is held January 8-11, 2019 in Las Vegas at the las Vegas Convention Center. To schedule CES press meeting with MWA, contact: Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR (631) 549-7575, Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com 

    MWA is redefining the way products are designed and manufactured, staying on top of fashion and trends that translate to unique innovations. Their team of designers and engineers is continually improving product design that utilizes advancements in the market and pushes the boundaries of everyday design. For more information, see the Cylo site at: www.gocylo.com.

     
    Cannonball Video: https://vimeo.com/195327243
     
    Photos:
    Cylo Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mwaissacmizrahicylologo.html 
    Cylo Cannonball: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mwaissacmizrahicylocannonball.html 
    MWA Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mwaissacmizrahicylomwalogo.html 
     
    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR (631) 549-7575 Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    Website: http://www.thomas-pr.com http://www.thomaspr.com 

     



     

    Udoq - The First World-wide Patented Docking Station for any Apple or Android Device  udoq400 Power Apple 

     
    UDOQ AT CES
    BOOTH #52969 SANDS
    EUREKA PARK, LEVEL 1
     

    UDOQ DEBUTS UDOQ 400 POWER APPLE & ANDROID AT CES 2019
     
    The Porsche of Mobile Device Docking Stations -- Luxury Plug & Play Charger Bundles with Value Pricing
     
    Includes Patented udoq Rail with Elegant Airplane-Quality Aluminium,
    5 Port Charger, and 3 Connectors for iOS or Android Devices
     
    Can be Configured with Additional udoq Cables & Accessories
     

    December 18, 2018, Munich, Germany – udoq www.udoq.com, creators of  the award-winning “Porsche of Mobile Device Docking Stations” line of luxury docking/charging stations, announced today that it will debut the new udoq 400 Power for Apple and udoq 400 Power for Android at CES 2019 in Las Vegas, Booth #52969, Eureka Park, Sands, Level 1.  

    Neat and Elegant Charging for Offices or Homes 

    The udoq 400 Power is a value priced, elegant plug and play docking station that charges multiple Apple or Android devices at the same time. The perfect luxury holiday gift for executives and the fashion conscious, the udoq 400 Power Apple and udoq 400 Power Android are complete Apple or Android bundles that let you dock five different mobile devices at once and can be configured with additional udoq iOS or Android cables and accessories, as needed. The udoq 400 Power employs an innovative patented process that lets users quickly and neatly slide back and forth charging cables from multiple devices in one station without the mess and disorganization of tangled cables.  

    Udoq 400 Power Apple 

    Created by the minimalist designers of Porsche and other brands according to German product design and  engineering standards, udoq is made of elegant sturdy high-grade aluminium that’s built to last. The udoq 400 Power Apple includes the elegant udoq rail to hold up to five devices, three Apple Lightning cables with udoq’s patented connectors, a five port 50 watt charger, and storing box for the cables and charger. The udoq 400 Power Apple bundle is priced at $149.90. 

    Udoq 400 Power Android  

    The udoq 400 Power Android also includes the elegant udoq rail that holds up to five devices, but instead includes two Micro-USB cables and one USB-C cable with udoq’s patented connectors, a five port 50 watt charger, and a storing box to hide cables and the charger. The udoq 400 Power Android is priced at $139.90.

     

    The Udoq 400 Power Features:

    •           Includes the udoq 400 400mm rail, 5 port 50W charger, 3 Apple or Android cables with connectors, and cable storing box.

    •           Docks 3-5 different mobile devices at once.

    •           Slides back and forth and lets you exchange cables with ease.

    •           View all your devices at once.

    •           Use devices side by side -- fully operational.

    •           Dock your device easily with one hand.

    •           Fits almost all protective cases.

    •           Elegant modern design: timeless, sleek German design.

    •           Dark gray airplane-quality aluminium.

    •           Organizes devices with hidden cables.

    •           Patented in US, Europe, Japan, & China.

    •           Additional udoq accessories available include:

    ·        Additional cables for Lightning, 30-Pin, Micro-USB, and USB Type-C.

    ·        Apple Watch adapter.

    ·        Wall mount set.

    ·        Wireless adapter (Qi).

    ·        Universal support adapter for phones with side charging ports.

    ·        Additional multi-port chargers.

    udoq 400 Power Apple Includes:

    •           Luxury udoq rail with airplane quality aluminium – 15.75 foot (400mm) length.

    •           3 Lightning cables (MFI certified) with patented connectors that let you slide cables back and forth and hide cables.

    •           5 port power charger (50W with FCC, CE and 1.5m US or EU wall plug).

    •           Cable Box S to neatly store charger and cables.

    •           Bundle pricing: $149.90. 

    udoq 400 Power Android - includes:

    •           Luxury udoq rail with airplane quality aluminium - 400mm size.

    •           2 Micro-USB cables and 1 USB-C cable with patented connectors that let you slide cables back and forth and hide cables.

    •           5 port power charger (50W with FCC, CE and 1.5m US or EU wall plug).

    •           Cable Box S to store to neatly store charger and cables.

    •           Bundle pricing: $139.90.

    Pricing & Availability 

    Udoq 400 Power Apple or Android bundles will be available at www.udoq.com in January, priced at $149.90 for Apple or $139.90 for Android. For more information, see www.udoq.com. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/udoq.de/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/udoq_docking.

     

    CONTACT TO SCHEDULE CES PRESS MEETINGS:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com
    UDOQ AT CES 2019
    BOOTH #52969 SANDS
    EUREKA PARK, LEVEL 1 
     

    About Udoq 

    udoq was developed, patented, and designed by Founder Marcus Kuchler. Since 1990, Kuchler’s Munich, Germany-based product design company, marwin PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, has been inventing, developing, and designing products for major brands all over the world, including Adidas, Porsche, Rimowa, Cherry, and Leica. Developed and designed according to “German engineering” standards, designer Marcus Kuchler and his 10-member team of engineers and designers worked on the development and manufacture of the udoq in Munich for three years. The minimalist design and patented technology will make udoq one of the most desired innovations in the world. For more information, see the website, http://www.udoq.com.   

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    udoq 400 – using: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoq400.html
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    udoq 400 - lifestyle desk: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoq400lifestyle.html
    udoq CboxS: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqcboxs.html 
    udoq - sliding in: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqslidingin.html 
    udoq - lifestyle office: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqoffice.html 
    udoq Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqlogo.html
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    MWA Logo         Isaac Mizrahi Logo

     

    MWA AT CES

    BOOTH#17540 – Central Hall

     

    MWA LAUNCHES ISAAC MIZRAHI LINE OF TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS AT CES 2019

     

    Debuts Isaac Mizrahi Spring ‘19 Line, Including Colorful Fabric & Retro Speakers,

    Bluetooth Headphones with Gold Accents, iPhone Cases, iPhone & iPad Stands,

    & Lightning Cables in Spring Colors & Prints

    Isaac Mizrahi Fabric Speaker

    NY, NY, Dec 13, 2018 – MWA, a leader in designer electronics, with brands including Cylo, Isaac Mizrahi, Bebe, Sugartone, Coby, and Kensie, announced today that they will launch the Isaac Mizrahi fashion line of technology products, debuting the Spring ‘19 line at CES 2019, MWA Booth #17540 – Central Hall, LVCC.

     

    Isaac Mizrahi Spring ’19 Line of Electronics Include:

    ·        Bluetooth speakers:

    o       Fabric speakers in a variety of shapes and designs in colors & prints (polka dot, flower, etc.) to retro radio look

    ·        Bluetooth headphones: colors with gold accents with branded emblem and tag.

    ·        Earbuds: with laser etched “I” (for Isaac) in colors.

    ·        iPhone cases: prints, colors, and gold foil accents.

    ·        iPhone & iPad stands: prints and colors.

    ·        Lightning cables: in spring colors.

     

    MEET MWA AT CES BOOTH #17540, CENTRAL HALL, LVCC

    CONTACT FOR PRESS MEETINGS:

    Karen Thomas, Thomas PR kthomas@thomaspr.com

     

    MWA is redefining the way products are designed and manufactured, staying on top of fashion and trends that translate to unique innovations. Their team of designers and engineers is continually improving product design that utilizes advancements in the market and pushes the boundaries of everyday design.

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    RoboSense - world’s leading provider of automatic radar LiDAR environment awareness solutions for autonomous driving, RoboSense, World’s leading provider, automatic radar LiDAR, environment awareness solutions, autonomous, driving   

    ROBOSENSE NAMED FOUNDING MEMBER OF
    NEW AUTOWARE FOUNDATION --
    OPEN ALLIANCE FOR AUTONOMOUS DRIVING TECHNOLOGY
     
    Autoware Foundation Formed to Initiate, Grow, & Fund Open Source Collaborative Engineering Autoware Projects, Starting with Autoware.AI, Autoware.Auto, &  Autoware.IO
     

    December 13, 2018, Shenzhen, China – RoboSense http://www.robosense.ai, CES 2019 Innovation Award Honoree and leader in LiDAR perception technology solutions, announced today that it has been named a founding member of The Autoware Foundation, a new open alliance for autonomous driving technology, jointly established by Apex.AI, Linaro 96Boards, and Tier IV. 

    First Projects to Include Autoware.AI, Autoware.Auto, & Autoware.IO 

    The Autoware Foundation is a non-profit organization created to initiate, grow, and fund open source collaborative engineering Autoware projects, starting with Autoware.AI, Autoware.Auto, and Autoware.IO. The original Autoware project began in 2015 by Shinpei Kato at Nagoya University. Autoware.AI is used globally by over 100 companies in more than 30 vehicles today.  

    RoboSense is Founding Member 

    The Autoware Foundation has an impressive list of founding members, including RoboSense, Tier IV, Linaro/96Boards, Apex.AI, ARM, AutoCore, AutonomouStuff, eSOL, Huawei/HiSilicon, Intel Labs, Kalray, LG Electronics, Nagoya University, Open Robotics (OSRF), Parkopedia, SEMI Japan, SiFive/RISC-V Foundation, StreetDrone, Toyota Research Institute-Advanced Development (TRI-AD), Velodyne LiDAR, and Xilinx. 

    “Autoware is an open-source software platform with widespread influence in the autonomous driving ecosystem. It has already established deep cooperation with numerous world leading autonomous driving players and promotes the development of autonomous driving technology in alignment with the vision of RoboSense,” said Mark Qiu, Co-founder and COO, RoboSense. “It’s our greatest honor to become a Founding Member of the Autoware Foundation. By providing the best LiDAR system solutions comprised of LiDAR hardware and software, we will share our accumulation of technology knowledge in the LiDAR and autonomous driving industry, and provide our share of contribution to the Foundation.”  

    “The Autoware Foundation welcomes RoboSense as its founding Industry member. We recognize RoboSense’s unique product offering and roadmap, as well as their commitment in supporting autonomous driving product development, pivoting on their LiDAR technology. I am very excited and look forward to closer collaboration with RoboSense in enabling advanced LiDAR solutions on heterogeneous autonomous driving platforms,” said Yang Zhang, Board of Directors of The Autoware Foundation. 

    Autoware.Auto & Autoware.IO 

    Autoware.Auto is a rewrite of Autoware employing ROS 2.0 for certifiable software stacks used in vehicles. Autoware.IO focuses on as many ECUs as possible: heterogeneous architectures, vehicle control interfaces, and a collection of third-party software and tools to help deliver the core values of Autoware. Examples of Autoware.IO projects include simulators, device drivers for sensors, by-wire controllers for vehicles, and hardware-independent programs for SoC boards.

    The Autoware Foundation’s Board of Directors include Shinpei Kato from Tier IV and the University of Tokyo, Jan Becker from Apex.AI and Stanford University, Yang Zhang from Linaro/96Boards and the Chinese Academy of Sciences AI Institute. Together they form the founding Board of Directors for the Autoware Foundation and are responsible for the operation of the foundation. A Technical Steering Committee is being formed from representatives of the Premium Members to drive the technical direction of the projects. Autoware is based on ROS, and Brian Gerkey, Founder and CEO of Open Robotics (OSRF) is an advisor to the foundation. 

    Shinpei Kato, Board of Directors of The Autoware Foundation and Founder & CTO of Tier IV said, “LiDAR is becoming a key technology for autonomous vehicles, and the foundation welcomes the presence of RoboSense to facilitate deployment of LiDAR in this emerging market.” 

    RoboSense’s LiDAR Technology 

    RoboSense recently announced the revolutionary RoboSenseRS-IPLS Intelligent Perception LiDAR autonomous driving system, CES 2019 Innovation Award Honoree. The RS-IPLS is the first hardware and software algorithm based solution for the mass production of safer autonomous cars. A high performance autonomous driving system, the RS-IPLS features real-time data pre-processing and a “gaze” function similar to human eyes. Inexpensive, at 1/400th the price of traditional 64-line LiDAR systems, it is designed for the mass production of vehicles at a low price. The RoboSense RS-IPLS technology will be demonstrated at CES 2019 at the RoboSense Booth #9310, North Hall. 

    With more than 10 years algorithm developing experience of the Robosense team, the RS-IPLS system, based on high-performance MEMS solid-state LiDAR, outputs the highest resolution color point cloud data by merging the underlying hardware of 2D imagery with the unique RoboSense RS-LiDAR-Algorithm deep learning sensing algorithm developed specifically for autonomous driving.  

    About RoboSense 

    Founded in 2014, RoboSense is the world’s leading provider of LiDAR environment-aware solutions designed to provide a higher performance, safer, more reliable, and lower cost LiDAR system for autonomous vehicles. The first hardware and algorithm-based solution provider for autonomous driving, RoboSense believes that robots have an environmental perception that transcends human eyes. Since its inception, RoboSense has adhered to the underlying core technology innovations, from chips to LiDAR sensors, to intelligent sensor systems that incorporate AI aware algorithms. RoboSense maintains strong innovation capabilities and continues to innovate to lead the industry. 

    The current RoboSense products include different types of hybrid solid-state LiDARs, as well as P-series hardware and software solutions for different scenarios of autonomous driving. At CES January 2018, RoboSense demonstrated its revolutionary LiDAR product with its own patents. Currently, RoboSense has entered into strategic partnerships with many top car companies, tier one manufacturers, and technology companies with a global reach. For more information about RoboSense, please visit the website: http://www.robosense.ai.

    For more information on The Autoware Foundation or to support open source software projects for autonomous driving technology, please contact auto@autoware.org  or visit the website at:  https://autoware.org.  

     

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    THOMAS PR TOP HOLIDAY GADGET GIFTS 2018

    BeBop Logo        BeBop Sensors Dataglove - high res     

    BEBOP SENSORS WINS TIME MAGAZINE
    BEST INVENTIONS 2018 AWARD FOR FORTE WIRELESS GLOVE
     
    BeBop Sensors Wireless Data Glove is First Fully Featured Affordable Data Glove to Incorporate Haptics & Super Accurate Rapid Sensing
    Light-weight & One-Size-Fits-All for 15 Hours of Ultra-Comfortable Wireless Use
     
    Applications Include Industrial, Medical, Human Factors, Virtual Reality, Gaming,
    Design and More
    Video: https://youtu.be/ircKkheMUOM 

     

    Berkeley, CA, November 28, 2018 — BeBop Sensors www.bebopsensors.com, the leader in smart fabric sensor technology with over 2 million state-of-the-art wearable smart fabric sensors shipped, announced today that it has won TIME Magazine’s Best Inventions 2018 Award for the Forte Wireless Data Glove. The first fully featured affordable wireless data glove to incorporate haptics and super accurate rapid sensing, the BeBop Sensors data glove is perfect for a wide variety of applications, including industrial, medical, human factors, virtual reality, gaming, design, and more. The gloves are created for over 15 hours of wireless use, ultra-comfortable, one-size-fits-all, and light-weight -- unlike any other gloves in the market. See the award info at: http://time.com/collection/best-inventions-2018/5454437/bebop-sensors-forte-wireless-gloves/   

    Forte Wireless Gloves Bring Designs to Life in 3D 

    Patrick Lucas Austin, Technology Columnist, TIME Magazine, thinks that the ability to have digital “hands” in virtual reality could be a game changer for creative professionals, allowing them to bring their designs to life in a three-dimensional VR space. “California-based BeBop Sensors is making that possible with its Forte wireless gloves, which allow users to grab and manipulate digital objects as if they actually existed in real life. Thanks to flexible sensors embedded in their fabric design, the Forte gloves can track more of a wearer’s hands than other virtual-reality gloves (most of which are designed for simpler uses in video games). That translates into far better accuracy when replicating a wearer’s movements. Architects, for instance, are already using the Forte gloves to assemble VR models of their buildings that make it easier to see how they will look when constructed in real life,” Austin concluded.  

    “We are honored to win TIME Magazines’ Best Inventions 2018 Award for BeBop Sensors’ innovative Forte wireless data gloves,” said Keith McMillen, Founder and CEO, BeBop Sensors. “Our gloves help the user blend with the VR environment, with embedded haptic actuators that allow you to feel the texture of different surfaces, as well as provide feedback when you pick up something or push against an object.”  

    About TIME Best Inventions Award 

    TIME’s annual 50 Best Inventions Award lists products making the world better, smarter and even a bit more fun. To assemble the 2018 list, TIME solicited nominations across a variety of categories from their editors and correspondents around the world, as well as through an online application process. Each contender was then evaluated on key factors, including originality, creativity, influence, ambition and effectiveness. The result: 50 groundbreaking inventions that are changing the way we live, work, play and think about what’s possible. See the full list of TIME Magazines’ Best Inventions Awards at: http://time.com/collection/best-inventions-2018/. See BeBop Sensors’ TIME Magazine’s Best Inventions Award at: http://time.com/collection/best-inventions-2018/5454437/bebop-sensors-forte-wireless-gloves/

    About BeBop Sensors 

    BeBop Sensors uses smart fabrics to create elegant sensor solutions for OEMs. Where things or people interact, BeBop Sensors comprehends force, location, size, weight, bend, twist and presence across any size, resolution and geometry. BeBop’s technology is robust and proven with over two million sensors in daily use. Based in Berkeley, California, BeBop Sensors makes things knowable for product designers and visionaries. For more information and demonstrations, see the BeBop Sensors website: www.bebopsensors.com.  

     

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    OCS Car Seat: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsoccupantcarseat.html 
    Smart Helmet Sensor System Photos: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorssmarthelmet.html
    BeBop Sensors: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensors.html 
    Pressure Map: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsmap.html
    Sensor Family Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsfamily.html
    Skullcap Sensor: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopskullcapsensor.html
    Foot Pressure: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorfootpressure.html  
    BeBop Sensors Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/beboplogo.html 
     
    BeBop Sensors Videos:
    Glove: https://youtu.be/ircKkheMUOM 
    Sensors: https://youtu.be/UBakV63xi64
    BeBop YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmv9Arx_LvLmO2UViR76pHA/videos 
     
    BeBop Sensors Press Releases: 
    IDTechEx Award: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorsidtechexwearableaward2018release.html
    Series A Funding: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorsbullpenrelease.html
    Forte Glove: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorsfortedatagloverelease.html
    CES 2018: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorsces2018release.html
    VR Gloves: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopdatagloverelease.html
    BopPad: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopkmiboppadsmartfabricrelease.html
    OCS: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopairbagsafetysensorsrelease.html
    Smart Helmet: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorshelmetrelease.html
    Gartner Award: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopgartnercoolvendorrelease.html
    Frost & Sullivan Award: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopfrostandsullivanawardrelease.html
     

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    THOMAS PR TOP HOLIDAY GADGET GIFTS 2018

    UDOQ 400 POWER – PLUG & PLAY CHARGING/DOCKING STATION FOR ALL DEVICES - Organizes the Chaos of Multiple Devices & Cables http://www.udoq.com

    udoq400 Power Apple

    The first patented multi-device luxury docking/charging luxury station for all mobile devices of every brand and generation, udoq 400 Power for Apple and udoq 400 for Android is a one-size-fits-all station for charging/docking up to five smartphones, tablets, music players, smartwatches, eReaders, and other devices. Created by the minimalist designers of Porsche according to German engineering standards, udoq 400 Power is plug & play ready, made of elegant sturdy high-grade aluminium that’s built to last. udoq organizes multiple devices and cables with an innovative patented process which allows users to quickly and neatly move and slide back and forth all the charging cables (including Lightning, Micro USB, USB-C, 30-Pin, with Adapter for Apple Watch) from multiple devices in one station without the mess and disorganization of tangled cables and lost devices.

    Price: $139.90-$169.90
    Website: http://www.udoq.com 
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    http://www.thomas-pr.com/udoq/udoqrelease.html
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    Buy at: https://udoq.com/shop-2/ & coming to Amazon soon

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    MIXCDER E7 ACTIVE NOISE CANCELING TECHNOLOGY BLUETOOTH HEADPHONES - Totally Immersive Headphones for Audiophiles at a Fraction of the Cost http://www.mixcder.com:

    Mixcder E7 - lifestyle photo2

    The Mixcder E7 Active Noise Canceling Bluetooth over the ear Hi-Fi stereo headphones with deep bass and built-in microphone deliver on the company’s mission to create premium noise canceling headphones at an affordable price for everyone – at only $59.99. The Mixcder E7 employs Active Noise Canceling (ANC) Technology that continuously detects and reacts to outside noises, analyzing sound waves and blocking out ambient sound by creating inverse waves for a totally immersive experience for beautiful music and sound.

    Price: $59.99 (Holiday Discount: $39.99 from November 27-December 25 with Coupon Codes) Amazon Coupon Code: MIXCDER7 Mixcder Coupon Code: NBNQFFQZ
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    Buy at Mixcder: https://mixcder.com/mixcder-e7-active-noise-cancelling-bluetooth-headphones-with-built-in-mic-p0013.html  Mixcder Coupon Code: NBNQFFQZ


     


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    BeBop Logo        BeBop Skullcap BeBop Sensors Dataglove - high res

    BEBOP SENSORS WINS IDTECHEX BEST MATERIAL
    FOR WEARABLES AWARD
     
    BeBop Ships Over 2 Million State-of-the Art Wearable Smart Fabric Sensors
    for Applications, Including Wearable, Industrial, Human Factors, Sports, Automotive, Medical, Military, Outdoor Wear, Virtual Reality, Gaming, Musical Instruments, and More
     
    BeBop Sensors Presented Wearable USA 2018 Award at IDTechEx Conference in Santa Clara, CA
     

    Berkeley, CA, November 15, 2018 — BeBop Sensors www.bebopsensors.com, the leader in smart fabric sensor technology, announced today that it has won the IDTechEx Wearable USA 2018 Awards – Best New Material Award for BeBop Sensors wearable fabric sensor technology. With over 2 million units shipped, BeBop’s fabric sensors comprehend force, location, size, weight, bend, twist, and presence across any size, resolution, and geometry to make things “knowable.” BeBop Sensors’ customers use BeBop for a wide variety of applications, including wearable, industrial, human factors, sports, automotive, medical, military, outdoor wear, virtual reality, gaming, musical instruments, and much more.  

    “BeBop Sensors is solving real problems and creating numerous opportunities for its OEM customers,” said Raghu Das, CEO of IDTechEx. “On behalf of the independent judges and IDTechEx, I congratulate BeBop Sensors for successfully shipping millions of fabric based sensors into a variety of wearable applications.” BeBop Sensors was presented with the Wearable USA 2018 Award on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at a ceremony held at the Santa Clara Convention Center Exhibition Hall during IDTechEx.   

    Wearable USA Awards Given for Most Useful and/or Innovative Wearable Technology Devices 

    The Wearable USA Awards recognize company developments and successes that the judges believe are the most useful and/or innovative wearable technology devices. The awards are presented at Wearable USA, a series of synergistic events on printed electronics, wearables, sensors, IoT, 3D printing, graphene, 2D materials, energy storage, and electric vehicles. All these value chains are brought together creating a dynamic marketplace geared towards enabling technologies that will shape the future of wearable devices.  

    Wearables from Biofeedback Gloves to Sports Gear 

    “We are honored to win the Wearable USA 2018 Award for BeBop Sensors’ innovative never-before-seen sensor technologies,” said Keith McMillen, Founder and CEO, BeBop Sensors. “Our sensors are being deployed into all kinds of wearables, from biofeedback gloves that can accurately tell pressure points to study how repetitious work impacts certain muscles to prevent carpal tunnel, to sports gear, such as helmets and shoulder pads that optimize sports performance and protect athletes from injuries, and much more.”  

    About BeBop Sensors 

    BeBop Sensors uses smart fabrics to create elegant sensor solutions for OEMs. Where things or people interact, BeBop Sensors comprehends force, location, size, weight, bend, twist and presence across any size, resolution and geometry. BeBop’s technology is robust and proven with over two million sensors in daily use. Based in Berkeley, California, BeBop Sensors makes things knowable for product designers and visionaries. For more information and demonstrations, see the BeBop Sensors website: www.bebopsensors.com. For more information on the Wearable USA conference and exhibition, see: https://www.idtechex.com/wearable-usa/show/en/  


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    Smart Helmet Sensor System Photos: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorssmarthelmet.html
    BeBop Sensors: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensors.html 
    Pressure Map: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsmap.html
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    Foot Pressure: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorfootpressure.html  
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    BeBop Sensors Videos: https://youtu.be/UBakV63xi64
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    Series A Funding: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorsbullpenrelease.html
    Forte Glove: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorsfortedatagloverelease.html
    CES 2018: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorsces2018release.html
    VR Gloves: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopdatagloverelease.html
    BopPad: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopkmiboppadsmartfabricrelease.html
    OCS: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopairbagsafetysensorsrelease.html
    Smart Helmet: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorshelmetrelease.html
    Gartner Award: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopgartnercoolvendorrelease.html
    Frost & Sullivan Award: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopfrostandsullivanawardrelease.html

     

     

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    CES 2019 Innovation Awards Honoree LogoNew! ROBOSENSE WINS CES 2019 INNOVATION AWARDS FOR SAFE AUTONOMOUS CAR TECHNOLOGY


     


    RoboSense - world’s leading provider of automatic radar LiDAR environment awareness solutions for autonomous driving, RoboSense, World’s leading provider, automatic radar LiDAR, environment awareness solutions, autonomous, driving  CES 2019 Innovation Awards Honoree Logo

    ROBOSENSE NAMED CES 2019 INNOVATION AWARDS HONOREE
    FOR SAFER AUTONOMOUS CAR TECHNOLOGY
    WITH “GAZE” FUNCTION SIMILAR TO HUMAN EYES 
     

    Revolutionary RoboSense RS-IPLS Intelligent Perception LiDAR System is the First Hardware & Software Algorithm Based Solution Created for the Mass Production of Safer Autonomous Vehicles
    CES 2019 Innovation Award Winner - RoboSense RS-IPLS Exterior Appearance and Principle Diagram

    November 9, 2018, Shenzhen, China – RoboSense http://www.robosense.ai, the world’s leading autonomous driving LiDAR perception solution provider, today announced that it has been named a CES® 2019 Innovation Awards Honoree for the RoboSense RS-IPLS Intelligent Perception LiDAR System. The announcement was made during CES Unveiled New York on November 8, 2018, an invite-only tech event bringing together top media, exhibitors and industry leaders for a sneak peek of the products and trends expected at CES 2019, which will run January 8-11, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada.  

    An annual program that celebrates outstanding design, the CES Innovation Awards recognizes honorees across 28 product categories. A panel of judges, including designers, engineers and members of the tech media, reviews submissions based on design, functionality, consumer appeal, engineering and how the products compare with competition.  

    The RoboSense Award-Winning RS-IPLS Intelligent Perception LiDAR System with“Gaze” Technology  

    Building on RoboSense’s more than 10 years of algorithm developing experience, the RS-IPLS system is based on high-performance MEMS solid-state LiDAR with the highest resolution color point cloud data created by merging the underlying 2D imagery hardware with the unique RoboSense RS-LiDAR-Algorithm deep learning sensing algorithm developed specifically for autonomous driving.  

    The innovative RS-IPLS features the new RoboSense RS-LiDAR-Gaze “Gaze” Technology, which initiates a “gaze” processing mechanism that instantly locks the target for ROI (Region of Interest) processing when it perceives a target of interest in its field of view, thus achieving the clearest and most stable environmental data. The LiDAR architecture maintains a high degree of vigilance of the surrounding environment, constantly capturing the areas of ​​interest, allowing the “gaze” technology to transfer efficient and high-quality feedback in the field of view. 

     RoboSense RS-IPLS - Photo 8

    The first hardware and algorithm-based solution provider for autonomous driving, RoboSense believes that robots have an environmental perception that transcends human eyes. In October 2018, RoboSense obtained $45 million in strategic financing from Alibaba’s Cainiao network and some of China’s top OEMs -- the largest single financing ever in China’s LiDAR industry. Since its inception, RoboSense has adhered to its underlying core technology innovations, from chips to LiDAR sensors, to intelligent sensor systems that incorporate AI aware algorithms. RoboSense maintains strong innovation capabilities and continues to lead the industry. 

    “We are honored to be recognized by technology trade show leader CES with the coveted CES® 2019 Innovation Award for our new revolutionary RoboSense RS-IPLS MEMS based technology that is intelligent, accurate, lower cost, and faster,” said Mark Qiu, RoboSense Co-founder. “We are committed to creating a brand new sensor system. Based on the perfect extraction of environmental information, the RS-IPLS is able to sense environment in a large scale, constantly capturing information from ROI to achieve the unique “gaze” function, which can safeguard autonomous driving. ” 

    The CES Innovation Awards are sponsored by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)™, owner and producer of CES, the world’s largest and most influential technology event. CTA has been recognizing achievements in product design and engineering since 1976.  

    The RoboSense RS-IPLS Intelligent Perception LiDAR System will be on display in the Innovation Awards Showcase at the upcoming CES 2019.  The complete list of CES 2019 Innovation Honorees, including product descriptions and photos, can be found at CES.tech/Innovation

    CES 2019 will showcase life-changing technology across every major industry, featuring 4,500 exhibitors across 2.75 million net square feet (260K net square meters) of exhibit space. CES provides access to the very latest transformative tech, such as 5G connectivity, artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, smart home, smart cities, sports tech, machine learning and more. Registration for CES 2019 is open. For the latest news and show announcements, visit CES.tech.  

    About RoboSense 

    Founded in 2014 based on 10 years of research, RoboSense is the world’s leading provider of LiDAR environment aware solutions designed to provide a higher performance, safer, more reliable, and lower cost LiDAR system for autonomous vehicles. The current RoboSense products include different types of hybrid solid-state LiDARs, as well as P-series hardware and software solutions for different scenarios of autonomous driving. RoboSense has entered into strategic partnerships with many top car companies, tier one manufacturers and technology companies with a global reach. For more information about RoboSense, visit:  https://www.robosense.ai and follow RoboSense LiDAR on Social Media: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/robosenseLiDAR,  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RoboSenseLiDAR, YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYCK8j678N6d_ayWE_8F3rQ  

    About CES

     

    CES® is the world’s gathering place for all who thrive on the business of consumer technologies. It has served as the proving ground for innovators and breakthrough technologies for 50 years – the global stage where next-generation innovations are introduced to the marketplace. As the largest hands-on event of its kind, CES features all aspects of the industry. Owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)TM, it attracts the world’s business leaders and pioneering thinkers. Check out CES video highlights. Follow CES online at CES.tech and on social.

     

    About Consumer Technology Association


    Consumer Technology Association (CTA)™ is the trade association representing the $377 billion U.S. consumer technology industry, which supports more than 15 million U.S. jobs. More than 2,200 companies – 80 percent are small businesses and startups; others are among the world’s best-known brands – enjoy the benefits of CTA membership including policy advocacy, market research, technical education, industry promotion, standards development and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CTA also owns and produces CES® – the world’s gathering place for all who thrive on the business of consumer technologies. Profits from CES are reinvested into CTA’s industry services.

     

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    CES 2019 Innovation Award Winner - RoboSense RS-IPLS Exterior Appearance and Principle Diagram:
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    CES 2019 Innovation Award Honoree Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenseces2019innovationawardslogo.html
    RS-IPLS Exterior Appearance and Principle Diagram: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensersiplsexterior.html
    RoboSense RS-IPLS – “Gaze”: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensersiplsphoto8.html
    RS-LiDAR-M 1pre Public Demo Effect: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenserslidarm.html
    RoboSense RS-IPLS – M1 Pre with Intelligent Function: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensersiplsphoto3.html
    RoboSense RS-IPLS Algorithm - P3 in Massive Production: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensersiplsphoto7.html
    RoboSense RS-IPLS - Image v. Outside: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensersiplsimage.html
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    RoboSense Team: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenseteam.html
    RoboSense - Alibaba’s Cainiao G Plus:http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensegplus.html
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    Karen Thomas, President & CEO, Thomas Public Relations is selected as judge for the CES 2019 Innovation AwardsNew! KAREN THOMAS, PRESIDENT & CEO, THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS IS SELECTED AS JUDGE FOR THE CES 2019 INNOVATION AWARDS
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      Light by RocketLife Logo Light by RocketLife Photo Light by RocketLife Photo - Bike

      ROCKETLIFE ANNOUNCES LIGHT —
      THE WORLD'S MOST CREATIVE LIGHTING
       LIGHT BY ROCKETLIFE ADDS CUSTOMIZED LED LIGHTING
      TO ALMOST ANYTHING
      Video: https://rocketlife.com/light 
       
      Plug & Play Easy for Beginners with Power for Professionals & DIY Makers
      Lighting for Home & Business: Animated Signs, Holiday & DJ Lighting, Crafts, Bikes & Cars, Wearables, Costumes, PC Mods & Dramatic Works of Art
      –        All with Customizable, Multi-Layered Light Motion Effects that Tell a Story
       
      Light by RocketLife Includes LightBox Bluetooth Device, 2 Meters (6 ½ Feet) of LED Lights,
      Design Software, & App to Adjust Lighting Instantly from Your iOS & Android Device
       

      Light by RocketLife Photo - Home Decor

      Light by RocketLife Photo - Home

      Home décor

      Animated mood lighting

       

      November 1, 2018, Folsom, California − RocketLife, www.RocketLife.com,  award-winning developer of breakthrough visual technologies, announced today Light by RocketLife https://rocketlife.com/light, the world's most creative lighting system. Light by RocketLife is an easy-to-use hardware and software system that adds dynamic lighting to almost anything. Unlike conventional systems that are limited to one color at a time or preset patterns, Light allows anyone to create multi-layered effects that blend and move with rich color transitions, sparkles, and natural motion effects that tell a story.

       

      Light provides creative home and business lighting that's perfect for animated signs, retail displays, holiday lighting, club and DJ lighting, sparkling DIY crafts, mobile bling for bikes and cars, flashing wearables for nightclubs and parties, creative costumes, PC mods, and dramatic works of art. Light's integrated Bluetooth LE lets you control it all from your iOS or Android device with the included LightMobile app.

      Create a Mood, Enhance an Occasion, or Just Have Fun Plug & Play Easy for Everyone to Use

      Light by RocketLife is plug-and-play easy for everyone to use. Beginning users can simply connect the compact LightBox Bluetooth device to the included LED strip and choose a lighting effect on their phone for instant atmosphere. Or anyone can load a photo into the included Light Effects Designer Software, draw virtual lights on top, and quickly light up a home or other project. For more advanced users, designers, audio/video enthusiasts, lighting pros, makers, and other creative people, the Light hardware and software also include numerous options to add Light to interactive art, games, and other electronic projects.

       

      LightBox Photo

      LightBox is smaller than a stack of business cards

       

      Light by RocketLife includes:

      ·        LightBox: a compact Bluetooth device featuring RocketLife's advanced LED animation hardware. LightBox is about the size of a small stack of business cards, with measurements of 3¾" (length) x 1-5/8" (width) x 1" (height).

      ·        2 meter (6½ foot) strip of addressable LED lights: LightBox supports a wide variety of popular LED strips, discs, holiday strings, and grids. RocketLife will post a compatibility list on its site.

      ·        Light Effects Designer Software for Mac and Windows: a powerful, timeline-based animation editor with drag-and-drop simplicity.

      ·        LightMobile App for iOS and Android: features Bluetooth LE for instant remote control of LightBox to adjust lighting.  

      Light by RocketLife Photo - Sign

      A custom sign lit by four groups of LEDs animated in Light Effects Designer and uploaded via Bluetooth to the sign

      Light is different from anything else because it lets you tell stories, from beautiful sunrise and sunset sequences on your wall to sophisticated holiday lighting and attractive displays. “Ever since we were kids, we've loved lights,” said RocketLife CEO Daniel Kaye. “We wanted to invent something that would let anyone add fantastic lighting to all parts of their lives, yet was powerful enough for professionals to create amazing new experiences. With Light, the technology is finally here to put the lighting we dreamed about within the reach of everyone.”  

      Light by RocketLife Features:

           Easy to Use: choose from a huge list of dynamic programs and effects, or make your own.

              Flexible Power: use Light anywhere with its internal rechargeable battery, or add an optional power adapter for continuous use. (Battery life depends on the type of effects.)

              Works with a variety of LEDs: from light strips to grids, circles, discs, and holiday strings.

              Expandable: Includes additional features for connecting different types of LEDs, sensors, and even audio peripherals for advanced makers.

              Wireless: the easy Bluetooth app lets you change programs instantly from your phone or computer.

              Advanced Effects: layer animations for smooth crossfades, sparkles, and highlights.

              Powerful Layouts: load a photo into the software, draw lights on it, add some patterns, and create amazing custom lighting. You can even create groups of differently animated lights.

              Universal: easily produces effects for home and business lighting, holiday lighting, arts, crafts, retail displays, signs, wearables, cars and bikes, PC mods, costumes, DJ lighting, parties, and much more.

              Made in the USA: LightBox is designed and manufactured in the USA.

       

      Pricing and Availability 

      Light by RocketLife will launch via Kickstarter on Tuesday, November 13, shipping Q2 2019 for $149.95 Suggested Retail Price. Early backers on Kickstarter can choose substantial early-bird discounts. To sign up for advance notice of the Kickstarter launch specials, visit www.rocketlife.com/light. Light by RocketLife comes with the LightBox Bluetooth LED animation device, a 2 meter (6½ foot) strip of addressable LEDs, Light Effects Designer software for Mac and Windows, and the LightMobile App for iOS and Android.

       

      About RocketLife

       

      Based in Folsom, California, RocketLife is a company of designers, programmers, artists, and engineers, with special expertise in visual effects technologies. Team members have shipped more than 100 products used by millions of people around the world and won multiple awards, including two Primetime Emmy® Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Engineering Development. RocketLife makes creative software, consumer electronics, and even a mobile game where you can save the Earth from giant mushrooms. The company believes the best products and technologies come to life when you bring diversely talented people together and let them follow their passions. RocketLife hopes people will create something great with their technologies that they'll get to play with too. For more information, visit www.rocketlife.com and www.rocketlife.com/light.   

      RocketLife — We Love to Create 


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      Light by RocketLife Photo - Sign: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifelightphotosign.html
      Light by RocketLife Photo - Home Décor: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifelightphotodecor.html
      Light by RocketLife Photo - Home Ambiance: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifelightphotohome.html
      Light by RocketLife Photo - PC Case: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifelightphotodelllighting.html
      Light by RocketLife Photo - Bicycle: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifelightphotobike.html
      LightBox Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifelightboxphoto.html
      Light by RocketLife Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifelightlogo.html
      RocketLife Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/rocketlifelogo.html
       
      Website: www.RocketLife.com/light  
      Facebook: www.facebook.com/LightByRocketLife
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      Mixcder Logo Mixcder E7 Photo   Mixcder E7 Wins Mom's Choice Award Gold - Logo          

       

      MIXCDER E7 ACTIVE NOISE CANCELING BLUETOOTH HEADPHONES
      WINS MOM’S CHOICE AWARD 2018 – GOLD AWARD
       
      WINS BEST FAMILY-FRIENDLY PRODUCT FOR TEENS AND ADULTS
       
      Mixcder E7 -- Premium Noise Canceling Headphones at an Affordable Price for Everyone
       

      October 31, 2018, City of Industry, CA, – Mixcder www.mixcder.com, creator of the number one Bluetooth noise canceling headset, announced today that it has won the prestigious Mom’s Choice Award® Gold Award Best Family-Friendly Products for the Mixcder E7 Active Noise Canceling Bluetooth Over the Ear Hi-Fi Stereo Headphones with deep bass and built-in microphone. Employing Active Noise Canceling (ANC) Technology for a totally immersive sound, the Mixcder E7 provides premium noise canceling headphones at an affordable price for everyone -- only $59.99. Mixcder’s ANC Technology continuously detects and reacts to outside noises, analyzing sound waves and blocking out ambient sound by creating inverse waves for a totally immersive experience for beautiful music and sound.

      Mixcder E7 - lifestyle photo2

      After rigorous evaluation by the Mom’s Choice Award (MCA) panel of evaluators, the Mixcder E7 ANC Headphones won the Gold Award for best family-friendly product based on production quality, design, educational and entertainment value, originality, appeal, and cost. “We are happy to award deserving products like the Mixcder E7 Active Noise Canceling Bluetooth Over the Ear Hi-Fi Stereo Headphones,” said Dawn Matheson, CEO, Mom’s Choice Awards. “Our panel of judges really felt this innovative product merited a place on our list of the best in family-friendly products that parents and educators can feel confident in using. Our aim is to introduce families and educators to best-in-class products and services. We have a passion to help families grow emotionally, physically and spiritually. Parents and educators know that products and services bearing our seal of approval are high-quality and also a great value.”  

      “We are honored to win the Mom’s Choice Awards’ Gold Award recognizing our achievement in product design and usability,” said Mixcder CEO, David Wu. “We appreciate this prestigious recognition from MCA, a company that connects consumers and educators with the best products available for families.” See the Mixcder award winning entry at: https://store.momschoiceawards.com/index.php?entry_id=7812.  

      The Mom’s Choice Awards incorporates the expertise of scientists, physicians, and other specialists, as well as parents, children, educators, and caregivers -- experts in knowing what is best for their families. MCA evaluators are bound by a strict code of ethics not only to ensure objectivity, but also to ensure that the evaluation is free from manufacturer influence. After evaluation, the product samples submitted to the MCA Executive Committee are donated to schools, libraries, hospitals, and nonprofit organizations. 

      The Mixcder E7 ANC Headphones are available immediately priced at $59.99 from Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C2KR9XV/.  For more information on Mixcder’s Mom’s Choice Award entry, see: https://store.momschoiceawards.com/index.php?entry_id=7812, Mixcder website: www.mixcder.com.

      About Mixcder -- Creating Revolutionary Products at an Affordable Price for Everyone 

      Founded in 2015 in City of Industry, California, Mixcder is a leading audio brand integrating technology and art into its product design from earphones and speakers to audio accessories -- all designed for fashionable youth and music enthusiasts. Mixcder was founded by David Wu, a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University and a music enthusiast with a keen interest in audio electronics. Mixcder is a world class consumer e-brand that has shaped the future of the audio industry by creating revolutionary products at an affordable price for everyone. The Mixcder audio line features the E7, the number one Bluetooth noise canceling headset with high-end features, including comfort, performance, and quality -- at a fraction of the price. Available in Europe, Asia and the U.S., the Mixcder Bluetooth headphones’ technology, design, audio quality, timbre, and manufacturing process make the product unique among its counterparts throughout the world. Mixcder’s scientific R&D team includes 30 experts in the fields of music, audio, electronics, and fashion design, including structural design and testing engineers with extensive experience in creating audio products. For more information, see: www.mixcder.com  

      About the Mom’s Choice Awards 

      The Mom’s Choice Award® (MCA) evaluates products and services created for children, families, and educators. The program is globally recognized for establishing the benchmark of excellence in family-friendly media, products, and services. Based in the United States, MCA has reviewed thousands of entries from more than 55 countries. Parents, educators, retailers, and members of the media look for the MCA mother and child honoring Excellence Seal of Approval when selecting quality products and services for children and families. For more info, see the website: www.MomsChoiceAwards.com.

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      Mixcder E7 Wins Mom's Choice Award Gold – Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere7winsmomschoiceawardgold.html
      Mixcder E7 photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere7photo.html 
      Mixcder E7 – front: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere7front.html 
      Mixcder E7 - in case: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere7case.html 
      Mixcder E7 - lifestyle photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere7lifestyle.html 
      Mixcder E7 - lifestyle photo2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere7lifestyle2.html 
      Mixcder E7 - lifestyle photo3: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere7lifestyle3.html 
      Mixcder E7 - lifestyle photo4: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere7lifestyle4.html 
      Mixcder E7 - lifestyle photo on neck2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere7headphones.html 
      Mixcder E7 - noise canceling http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere7noisecancelling.html
      Mixcder E7- package: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere7package.html 
      Mixcder E7 with speakers: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcdere7withspeakers.html
      Mixcder Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/mixcderlogo.html
       


      Videos:
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      YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClZ7Oq_o2ws5fxfeZRAgsVg/ 
       
      Amazon links:
      Amazon U.S.: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C2KR9XV/ 
      Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mixcder-Canceling-Headphones-Microphone-Comfortable-Black/dp/B077TRXYCN/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1534404354&sr=8-4&keywords=noise+Canceling+headphones 
      Amazon Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/Mixcder-E7-Canceling-Headphones-Comfortable/dp/B07C2KR9XV/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1534404465&sr=8-1&keywords=noise+canceling+headphones+mixcder.
       

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      RoboSense Profile October 2018 RoboSense Profile October 2018


      RoboSense - world’s leading provider of automatic radar LiDAR environment awareness solutions for autonomous driving, RoboSense, World’s leading provider, automatic radar LiDAR, environment awareness solutions, autonomous, driving     

      RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1pre

      ROBOSENSE, WORLD’S LEADING AUTONOMOUS DRIVING LIDAR PROVIDER, RECEIVES CHINA’S LARGEST FUNDING FOR A LIDAR COMPANY
      AT OVER $45 MILLION
       
      STRATEGIC FUNDING LED BY INDUSTRY LEADERS
      CAINIAO, SAIC & BAIC 

       

      October 10, 2018, Shenzhen, China – RoboSense http://www.robosense.ai, the world’s leading autonomous driving LiDAR perception solution provider, today announced the completion of China’s largest-ever single round of financing for a LiDAR company – a combined investment of over $45 million (RMB 300 million). 

      The strategic funding is provided by technology and industry leaders, including Cainiao Smart Logistics Network Ltd. (“Cainiao”), the logistics arm of the Alibaba Group; SAIC Motor Group (Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation), the largest publicly-traded auto manufacturer in China’s A-Share; and BAIC Group (Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co.) electric vehicle company.  

      With an over 50% market share of all LiDAR sold in Asia, RoboSense is the market leader in the region. From previous financing rounds, RoboSense already has secured backing from auto manufacturing, financial brokerage, and artificial intelligence (AI) companies, including Haitong Securities, Fosun Group, Oriental Fortune Capital, Kinzon Capital, and Guangdong Investment Pte Ltd. 

      The funding will be used to increase RoboSense’s market share and the R&D of autonomous vehicle technologies, including its solid-state LiDAR, AI sensing algorithms, and other advanced technologies, as well as accelerating product development, long-term manufacturing and market penetration. 

      IHS Markit predicts that by 2035, global sales of self-driving cars will reach 21 million vehicles, up from nearly 600,000 vehicles in 2025. IHS believes that by 2035, nearly 76 million vehicles with some level of autonomy will be sold globally. 

      “The rapid development of autonomous driving has ignited a huge demand for LiDAR,” said Mark Qiu, co-founder of RoboSense. “RoboSense is embracing this market demand through partnerships with multiple industry leaders. It is our great pleasure to be endorsed and funded by industry giants from many different fields. This round of funding is not only for capital assistance, but also for strategic resources. We are looking forward to continuously working with our partners to lead the large-scale commercialization era of the autonomous driving industry.” 

      Self-Driving Logistics Vehicles to be First Key Market for Autonomous Vehicles 

      Autonomous logistics vehicles will be one of the first markets for autonomous vehicle technology. Based on data from Deloitte’s China Smart Logistics Development Report, the intelligent logistics market will reach $145 billion (RMB 1 trillion) by 2025.  

      Cainiao and the world’s leading automotive OEMs, SAIC and BAIC, will jointly promote the rapid development of autonomous vehicles with RoboSense. The strategic partners will not only financially invest in RoboSense, but will also collaborate to lead the autonomous driving industry into production and commercialization. 

      RoboSense’s Explosive Growth 

      In the past two years, RoboSense has had explosive growth. In April 2017, the company completed mass production of its 16-beam automotive LiDAR. In September 2017, the company mass-produced its 32-beam LiDAR, released a LiDAR-based autonomous driving environmental sensing AI system, and provided a software and hardware combined LiDAR environment sensing solution. In October 2017, RoboSense launched its breakthrough product – the MEMS solid-state LiDAR, publicly exhibited for the first time at CES 2018 in January 2018. Four months after CES 2018, RoboSense partnered with the Cainiao Network to launch the world’s first MEMS LiDAR autonomous logistics vehicle the G Plus.  

      RoboSense also works with autonomous driving companies from all over the world (see video at:  https://youtu.be/4Ooc-rJODHU). In the autonomous driving LiDAR environment sensing industry,  RoboSense provides leading LiDAR sensing technologies, with sensors, including RS-LiDAR-16, RS-LiDAR-32, and RS-LiDAR-M1pre, AI sensing algorithms (RS-Algorithms), LiDAR combination technology (P-series), LiDAR-Cam deep fusion technology (RS-LCDF) and more.  

      About RoboSense 

      Founded in 2014, based on 10 years of research, RoboSense is the world’s leading provider of LiDAR environment aware solutions designed to provide a higher performance, safer, more reliable, and lower cost LiDAR system for autonomous vehicles. The first hardware and algorithm based solution provider for autonomous driving, RoboSense believes that robots have an environmental perception that transcends human eyes. Since its inception, RoboSense has adhered to underlying core technology innovations, from chips to LiDAR sensors, to intelligent sensor systems that incorporate AI aware algorithms. RoboSense maintains strong innovation capabilities and continues to innovate to lead the industry. 

      The current RoboSense products include different types of hybrid solid-state LiDARs, as well as P-series hardware and software solutions for different scenarios of autonomous driving. At CES January 2018, RoboSense demonstrated its revolutionary LiDAR product with its own patents. Currently, RoboSense has entered into strategic partnerships with many top car companies, tier one manufacturers and technology companies with a global reach. For more information about RoboSense, visit http://www.robosense.ai.


      Photos:
      RoboSense RS-LiDAR-M1pre: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenserslidarm1pre.html 
      RoboSense Team: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenseteam.html
      RoboSense - Alibaba’s Cainiao G Plus: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensegplus.html  
      RoboSense Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenselogo.html
       
      Video:
      RoboSense Applications: https://youtu.be/4Ooc-rJODHU
       
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      Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
      Thomas PR
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      Udoq - The First World-wide Patented Docking Station for any Apple or Android Device  udoq400 Power Apple  udoq - sliding in

      UDOQ LAUNCHES UDOQ400 POWER BUNDLE LINE --
      LUXURY PLUG & PLAY CHARGERS WITH VALUE PRICING
      FOR APPLE AND ANDROID
       
      “The Porsche of Mobile Device Docking Stations” --
      udoq400 Power Apple & udoq400 Power Android Bundles are the Perfect Gift for the Holidays
       
      Patented Design Docks 3 to 5 Devices at Once with Neatly Hidden Cables for a Clean, Professional Look
      Elegant Modern Charging Station Features Long Lasting Airplane-Quality Aluminium
      Includes Patented udoq Rail & Connectors, 3 Cables, & 5 Port Charger
       

      October 11, 2018, Munich, Germany – udoq www.udoq.com creators of  the award-winning “Porsche of Mobile Device Docking Stations” line of  luxury docking/charging stations, announced today the new udoq400 Power Line, value priced elegant Plug n’ Play docking stations for charging multiple Apple and Android devices at the same time. The perfect luxury holiday gift for executives and fashion conscious friends and family, the udoq400 Power Apple and Udoq400 Power Android are complete Apple or Android bundles that let you dock three to five different mobile devices at once using an innovative patented udoq process that lets users quickly and neatly move and slide back and forth all the charging cables from multiple devices in one station without the mess and disorganization of tangled cables. 

      Udoq400 Power Apple 

      Created by the minimalist designers of Porsche and other brands according to German engineering standards, udoq is made of elegant sturdy high-grade aluminium that’s built to last. The udoq400 Power Apple includes the elegant udoq rail to hold up to five devices, three Apple Lightning cables with udoq’s patented connectors, a five port 50 watt charger, and storing box for the cables and charger. The udoq400 Power Apple bundle is priced at $149.90. 

      udoq400 Power Android  

      The udoq400 Power Android also includes the elegant udoq rail that holds up to five devices, but instead includes two Micro-USB cables and one USB-C cable with udoq’s patented connectors, a five port 50 watt charger, and a storing box to hide cables and the charger. The udoq400 Power Android is priced at $139.90. 

      The Udoq400 Power Apple & udoq400 Power Android Line Features:

      •           Includes the udoq400 400mm rail, 5 port 50W charger, 3 Apple or Android cables with connectors, and cable storing box.

      •           Docks 3-5 different mobile devices at once.

      •           Slides back and forth and lets you exchange cables with ease.

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      •           Dock your device easily with one hand.

      •           Fits almost all protective cases.

      •           Elegant modern design: timeless, sleek German design.

      •           Dark gray airplane-quality aluminium.

      •           Organizes devices with hidden cables.

      •           Patented in US, Europe, Japan, & China.

      •           Additional udoq accessories available include:

      ·        Additional cables for Lightning, 30-Pin, Micro-USB, and USB Type-C.

      ·        Apple Watch adapter.

      ·        Wall mount.

      ·        Qi wireless adapter.

      ·        Universal support adapter for phones with side charging ports.

      ·        Additional multi-port chargers. 

      udoq 400 Power Apple Includes:

      •           Luxury udoq rail with airplane quality aluminium - 400mm size.

      •           3 Lightning cables (MFI certified) with patented connectors that let you slide cables back and forth and hide cables.

      •           5 port power charger (50W with FCC, CE and 1.5m US or EU wall plug).

      •           Cable Box S to neatly store charger and cables.

      •           Bundle pricing: $149.90. 

      udoq 400 Power Android - includes:

      •           Luxury udoq rail with airplane quality aluminium - 400mm size.

      •           2 Micro-USB cables and 1 USB-C cable with patented connectors that let you slide cables back and forth and hide cables.

      •           5 port power charger (50W with FCC, CE and 1.5m US or EU wall plug).

      •           Cable Box S to store to neatly store charger and cables.

      •           Bundle pricing: $139.90. 

      Pricing & Availability 

      Udoq400 Power Apple or Android bundles will be available at www.udoq.com starting December 1, 2018, priced at $149.90 for Apple or $139.90 for Android. For more information, see www.udoq.com. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/udoq.de/, Twitter: https://twitter.com/udoq_docking  

      -- Please Visit Udoq Booth #52969 at CES 2019 in Las Vegas, January 8-11, 2019 -- 

      About Udoq 

      udoq was developed, patented, and designed by Founder Marcus Kuchler. Since 1990, Kuchler’s Munich, Germany-based product design company, marwin PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, has been inventing, developing, and designing products for major brands all over the world, including Adidas, Porsche, Rimowa, Cherry, and Leica. Developed and designed according to “German engineering” standards, designer Marcus Kuchler and his 10-member team of engineers and designers worked on the development and manufacture of the udoq in Munich for three years. The minimalist design and patented technology will make udoq one of the most desired innovations in the world. For more information, see the website, http://www.udoq.com .   

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      udoq400 Power Apple – Back: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoq400powerappleback.html
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      udoq400 - lifestyle desk: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoq400lifestyle.html
      udoq CboxS: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqcboxs.html 
      udoq - sliding in: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqslidingin.html 
      udoq - lifestyle office: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqoffice.html 
      udoq Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqlogo.html
      udoq Logo 2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqlogo2.html
       
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      RoboSense - world’s leading provider of automatic radar LiDAR environment awareness solutions for autonomous driving, RoboSense, World’s leading provider, automatic radar LiDAR, environment awareness solutions, autonomous, driving     

      A LiDAR REVOLUTION: ROBOSENSE LAUNCHES INTELLIGENT AUTONOMOUS DRIVING LIDAR SYSTEM
      WITH “GAZE” FUNCTION SIMILAR TO HUMAN EYES
       
      RoboSense RS-IPLS is First Hardware & Software Algorithm Based Solution for
      The Mass Production of Safer Low-Cost Autonomous Vehicles

       

      September 20, 2018, Shenzhen, China – RoboSense http://www.robosense.ai, a leader in LiDAR awareness technology solutions, announced today the revolutionary RS-IPLS Intelligent perception LiDAR system, the first hardware and software algorithm based solution for the mass production of safer autonomous cars. A high performance autonomous driving system, the RS-IPLS features real-time data pre-processing and a “gaze” function similar to human eyes. The RoboSense system is inexpensive, 1/400th the price of traditional 64-line LiDAR systems, and is designed for the mass production of vehicles at a low price. 

      RS-IPLS Exterior Appearance and Principle Diagram

      Based on MEMS Solid-State LiDAR & AI Algorithms 

      With more than 10 years algorithm developing experience of Robosense team, the RS-IPLS system, based on high-performance MEMS solid-state LiDAR, outputs the highest resolution color point cloud data by merging the underlying hardware of 2D imagery with the unique RoboSense RS-LiDAR-Algorithm deep learning sensing algorithm developed specifically for autonomous driving. The intelligent detection algorithm achieves object level information that adjusts the Region of Interest (ROI) detection area in real-time with no delay. 

      The algorithm is based on the RoboSense team’s ten years of research and technology experience in the field of LiDAR environment-aware algorithms. In early 2017, RoboSense became the first LiDAR vendor in the world to introduce the laser-aerodynamic environment-aware RS-LiDAR-Algorithms, combined with LiDAR hardware to provide a large number of partners with P-series LiDAR solutions based on different application scenarios.  

      The RoboSense “Gaze” Technology  

      RoboSense RS-IPLS - Photo 8

      The innovative RS-IPLS features the new RoboSense RS-LiDAR-Gaze “Gaze” Technology. When the system perceives a target of interest in its field of view, it initiates a “gaze” processing mechanism that instantly locks the target for ROI processing, thus achieving the clearest and most stable environmental data. The LiDAR low level architecture maintains a high degree of vigilance of the surrounding environment, constantly capturing the areas of interest, allowing the “gaze” to transfer efficient and high-quality feedback in the field of view.

      Real-Time for No Delay, More Accurate, Farther Detection

      The RoboSense RS-IPLS Intelligent Perception LiDAR system also provides richer three-dimensional spatial data information (X, Y, Z, R, G, B) in real-time from the bottom layer, which reduces the time delay normally caused by external fusion. Data pre-processing is performed by the AI algorithm, with the region of interest repeatedly detected for farther detection distance and more accurate perception results for autonomous driving, with reduced data processing stress to the central data processing unit.

      The RoboSense RS-IPLS Intelligent Perception LiDAR System is based on the RoboSense solid-state LiDAR technology, the RS-LiDAR-M1pre (introduced at CES 2018), which combines the RoboSense RS-LCDF LiDAR and camera fusion technology, the RS-LCDF technology, RS-LiDAR-Algorithms, and RS-LiDAR-Gaze technology. The RoboSense RS-IPLS pioneered the fusion of MEMS solid-state LiDAR technology with LiDAR-Cam deep fusion technology, AI sensing algorithm, and intelligent detection technology. The combination of these four technologies allows the LiDAR system to go beyond the sensor level, linking the sensor layer and the sensing layer at the system level, so that autonomous vehicles have similar abilities as the human visual system. 

      RS-IPLS --LiDAR’s Self-Revolution 

      “LiDAR needs a self-revolution. The market needs an automotive-grade product that can be mass produced in the tens and hundreds of thousands. You have to guarantee low cost and provide high performance to ensure the safety of your vehicle,” said Mark Qiu, RoboSense Co-founder. “This has driven us to create a whole new sensor system technology based on the perfect extraction of environmental information and large-scale perception of the environment, with the constant capture of areas of interest, focusing on effective information.” 

      Traditional Mechanical LiDAR Solutions have Become Inadequate for Autonomous Driving 

      Automated driving has almost the same long history as the automobile manufacturing industry. In 1913, Ford developed a production line for the mass production of cars. At the same time that carriages were replaced by cars, people began to imagine autonomous driving. In 1925, the American team of Francis P. Houdina developed the first “driverless car.” However, due to the lack of accurate and reliable sensors, the autonomous driving industry did not flourished like the automotive industry has in the past 100 years. Over the past decade or so, however, the emergence of mechanical multi-line LiDAR has solved the problem of high-precision three-dimensional environment perception, and the autonomous driving industry has entered a period of growth. LiDAR helps autonomous vehicles keep the promise of safety for humans, propelling the rapid explosion of the autonomous driving industry, but at the same time, requiring more demands on LiDAR, such as low cost, the need for car level production, high performance, and intelligence, etc. 

      Traditional mechanical LiDAR is very expensive. The 64-line product currently being sold is officially priced at $80,000, more expensive than a brand new Tesla car! RoboSense’s mass production price of the RS-IPLS is only $200 USD, 1/400th of the traditional 64-line LiDAR, with a several thousand or even tens of thousands faster response speed. Traditional mechanical LiDAR consists of multiple sets of transmitters, receivers, precision optics, micro-control motors, and other components, which are difficult to manufacture and require expensive materials. In addition, due to difficulty of integration and optics, mechanical LiDAR not only has a long production cycle and high production costs, but also has a difficult time meeting the stability and reliability requirements of standard vehicles. Because of these reasons, traditional mechanical LiDAR technology has become inadequate. 

      “The new RoboSense RS-IPLS MEMS based technology is intelligent, accurate, lower cost, and faster— and is poised to take over the market,” concluded RoboSense’s Mark Qiu. 

      RoboSense RS-IPLS Intelligent Perception LiDAR System Technology Features:

      ·        Accurate “gaze” function similar to human eyes: when the system perceives a target of interest in its field of view, the RS-IPLS will initiate a “gaze” processing mechanism that instantly locks the target for Region of Interest (ROI) processing to achieve the clearest and most stable environmental data.

      ·        Safer driving with AI perception: an AI-aware perception specifically designed for autonomous driving. It improves the detection of distance, accuracy, and opacity of the target object, improving the safety of the self-driving vehicle for detection with less computing power.

      ·        Color point cloud with 3D dimension and RGB information: the technologies are fused to instantly detect two-dimensional color information onto 3D high-precision spatial data, providing color point cloud data after time and space synchronization, so RS-IPLS detects more details of road objects.

      ·        Highest Resolution: the MEMS solid-state LiDAR RS-LiDAR-M1pre provides the highest resolution.

      ·        Lowest Cost: the RS-IPLS is low cost, priced for mass production at $200 USD, 1/400th the price of traditional LiDAR.

      ·        Real-Time Data with No Delay: the intelligent detection algorithm achieves target level information that adjusts the ROI detection area in real-time with no delay. 

      ·        Farther Distance & More Accurate: richer three-dimensional spatial data information (X, Y, Z, R, G, B) reduces the time delay and provides further detection distance and more accurate perception. 

      About RoboSense 

      Founded in 2014, RoboSense is the world’s leading provider of LiDAR environment-aware solutions designed to provide a higher performance, safer, more reliable, and lower cost LiDAR system for autonomous vehicles. The first hardware and algorithm-based solution provider for autonomous driving, RoboSense believes that robots have an environmental perception that transcends human eyes. Since its inception, RoboSense has adhered to the underlying core technology innovations, from chips to LiDAR sensors, to intelligent sensor systems that incorporate AI aware algorithms. RoboSense maintains strong innovation capabilities and continues to innovate to lead the industry. 

      The current RoboSense products include different types of hybrid solid-state LiDARs, as well as P-series hardware and software solutions for different scenarios of autonomous driving. At CES January 2018, RoboSense demonstrated its revolutionary LiDAR product with its own patents. Currently, RoboSense has entered into strategic partnerships with many top car companies, tier one manufacturers, and technology companies with a global reach. For more information about RoboSense, please visit the website: http://www.robosense.ai.

      RS-LiDAR-M1pre with Intelligent Function

      RoboSense RS-IPLS - Photo 3

      RS-LiDAR-M1pre Public Demo Effect

      RoboSense RS-IPLS - Photo 7

      RS-LiDAR-M1pre Demo at BYD Conference

      RS-IPLS - RoboSense Intelligent Perception LiDAR System - Demo

      Photos:
      RS-IPLS Exterior Appearance and Principle Diagram: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensersiplsexterior.html
      RoboSense RS-IPLS – “Gaze”: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensersiplsphoto8.html 
      RS-LiDAR-M 1pre Public Demo Effect: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenserslidarm.html
      RoboSense RS-IPLS – M1 Pre with Intelligent Function: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensersiplsphoto3.html
      RoboSense RS-IPLS Algorithm - P3 in Massive Production: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensersiplsphoto7.html
      RoboSense RS-IPLS - Image v. Outside: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensersiplsimage.html
      RoboSense Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenselogo.html
       

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      Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery Logo  World Record Academy Award Logo            Dr. Greg Marchand MD - in suit   World Record Academy Certificate Dr. Marchand

      DR. MARCHAND SETS WORLD RECORD FOR HYSTERECTOMY
      PERFORMED THROUGH SMALLEST INCISION EVER –
       
      Total Hysterectomy Performed Removing Uterus, Ovaries & Fallopian Tubes
      with Incision the Diameter of a AAA Battery – 11mm
      with No Visible Scar

       
      Pioneering Accredited Master Surgeon, Dr. Marchand Honored Again for Advancements in Minimally Invasive Surgery –
      Creates New Technique for “Laparoscopic Single-Port Hysterectomy”
       

      Mesa, AZ, August 23, 2018 – The World Record Academy announced today that it has awarded Dr. Greg J. Marchand a world record for performing a hysterectomy through the smallest incision ever. Awarded the World Record for “Total Hysterectomy Performed through the Smallest Incision,” Dr. Marchand removed a uterus, ovaries and Fallopian tubes, all through an incision the diameter of a AAA battery – with no visible scar. Dr. Marchand’s World Record was awarded after a lengthy verification process performed by the Academy to verify the results (see full World Record Surgery Fact Sheet below and at: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/WorldRecordSurgeryFactSheetAugust2018.pdf).  

      New “Laparoscopic Single-Port Hysterectomy” Technique

      Dr. Marchand performed a hysterectomy through a small 11mm incision at the bottom of the belly button using a technique called “Laparoscopic Single-Port Hysterectomy.” Dr. Marchand, Accredited Master Surgeon, developed this technique and led the surgical team that performed the surgery. The procedure was a modified version of a laparoscopic hysterectomy, where the only incision used is in the patient’s umbilicus (belly button).

      World Record Surgery - 4 weeks post surgery belly button lack of scar World Record Surgery - belly button 4 weeks postop with belly button ring in

      Mary Coble, Patient after the World Record Awarded Hysterectomy Surgery – with No Scar

      (showing with and without belly ring) 

      “A great advancement for minimally invasive surgery” - Dr. Greg Marchand, Lead Surgeon 

      Dr. Marchand said, “A very novel part of our technique is that because of the instrumentation we use, the incision is always going to be a reproducible 11 millimeters. It’s a great advancement for minimally invasive surgery. When the incision shrinks from 15mm to 11mm, there are many benefits to the patient. There will be less postoperative pain, a quicker postoperative recovery, and a much lower chance of the incision causing a hernia later, which is a known complication of this type of surgery. My favorite part is that you can’t even see the incision on the patient.” 

      Dr. Marchand’s “Laparoscopic Single-Port Hysterectomy” Benefits:

      ·        Less postoperative pain.

      ·        Quicker postoperative recovery.

      ·        Much lower chance of the incision causing a hernia later.

      ·        No visible scar.

      Old Record was 86% Larger than Marchand's New World Record.jpg

      Old Record is 86% Larger than Dr. Marchand’s New World Record 

      Although laparoscopic hysterectomy has been performed through a single incision before, this is the smallest incision ever performed. The Academy reported that the Mayo Clinic and Cleveland Clinic had reported cases through a 15mm incision, which was believed to be the previous record -- 86% larger than the new record achieved by Dr. Marchand. 

      Patient Mary Coble’s Surgery 

      The patient, Mary Coble, provided the Academy with pictures of her belly from 4 weeks after the surgery. There was no scar visible whatsoever. Ms. Coble had previously suffered from debilitating pelvic pain from endometriosis and adenomyosis for years before being recommended to have the hysterectomy, after other conservative treatments for her pain were unsuccessful. She assumed she would be having the hysterectomy through the same incision as her Cesarean section, which was a lower abdomen horizontal incision, often referred to as the “bikini cut.” She stated she was surprised and delighted to find that the procedure was able to be performed through only a tiny incision in her umbilicus.

      Ms. Coble said, “The recovery was really easy compared to my prior laparoscopic surgeries.” She also pointed out that she had no scars at all from the surgery, as the only tiny scar present was on the bottom of her belly button, where it is effectively invisible. Ms Coble previously had had laparoscopic surgery and delivered her baby by Cesarean section, so she was very accustomed to long recovery times from surgery.

      About Dr. Marchand         Master Surgeon Seal

       

      An Accredited Master Surgeon, Dr. Marchand is recognized internationally as a pioneer in developing laparoscopic techniques, as well as an expert in minimally invasive surgery and teaching surgery. Dr. Marchand is a board certified physician in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Originally from Providence, Rhode Island, Dr. Marchand completed training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Tennessee, and is extensively published in the field of minimally invasive surgery. 

      Dr. Marchand has been honored with multiple World Record Awards and Guinness Book of World RecordsTM, including the World Record for removing a 17cm malignant tumor using a special laparoscopic cancer staging technique he invented. He was also one half of the team that was recognized by the Guinness Book of World RecordsTM for removing a seven pound uterus without cutting open the patient. Dr. Marchand was the first surgeon in Arizona to receive the “Master Surgeon” designation from the Surgical Review Corporation (formerly sponsored by AAGL). Dr. Marchand is also one of only a few accredited Master Surgeons in minimally invasive gynecology in the U.S. In addition, Dr. Marchand is one of the few OBGYN’s in the country to be a fellow of both ACOG (American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology) and ACS (American College of Surgeons.)  

      For more information on the World Record Award, Dr. Greg Marchand, the Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery, and their latest research publications, please visit: https://www.academyofworldrecords.com/medical/total-hysterectomy-performed-through-the-smallest-incision-world-record-set-by-dr-greg-marchand-218191, Website: http://www.gregmarchandmd.com/worldrecord,  www.GregMarchandMD.com, http://bit.ly/2ukVgs5, and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marchandobgynpllc/.  

      FOR INTERVIEWS:

      Dr. Marchand is available for interviews and Ms. Coble is also interested in sharing her story for the purpose of raising awareness of minimally invasive surgery and to help other women facing hysterectomy.  

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      Dr. Greg Marchand MD - simulator photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdsimulatorphoto.html 
      World Record Surgery - 4 weeks post surgery belly button - no scar: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdpostsurgery.html 
      World Record Surgery - belly button 4 weeks postop with belly button ring in – no scar: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdpostop.html 
      World Record Academy Award Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdworldrecordlogo.html 
      Dr. Greg Marchand MD Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdphoto.html
      Dr. Greg Marchand MD: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdsuit.html 
      Dr. Greg Marchand MD in Operating Room: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdoperating.html 
      World Record Academy Certificate Dr. Marchand: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandworldrecordacademycertificate.html 
      Old Record was 86% Larger than Marchand’s New World Record: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandworldrecord2.html 
      Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdinstitutelogo.html
      Master Surgeon Seal: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmastersurgeonseal.html
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      World Record Academy Award Logo

      World Record Surgery Fact Sheet:

      http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/WorldRecordSurgeryFactSheetAugust2018.pdf

       

      Date of Surgery: 07/17/2018

      Date of Award of World Record Academy World Record: 08/22/2018

      Actual Title of Record: “Total Hysterectomy Performed through the Smallest Incision”

      Description of Technical Procedure Performed: successful Single-Port Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy and lysis of adhesions secondary to scar tissue from a prior Cesarean section. The procedure was performed using an Olympus Tri-Port device using a modified technique through a smaller incision. The incision and abdominal entry was performed using an Ethicon 11mm blunt tip trochar in order to be sure the incision was exactly 11mm, and that the procedure was reproducible. A 5mm 30 degree laparoscope was used with wavy graspers, a bovie laparoscopic extender “hook,” and a Covidien Ligasure Blunt Tipped 5mm device.

      Method of Verification of Record: Direct video evidence of procedure and identifying information compared with final pathologic diagnosis by board certified pathologist. Patient consented to disclosure.  


      Lead Surgeon: Greg J. Marchand M.D., F.A.C.O.G., F.A.C.S., F.I.C.S, Accredited Master Surgeon
      Affiliation: Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery
      1520 S. Dobson #308
      Mesa, AZ 85202
      phone: 480-999-0905 fax: 480-999-0801 www.gregmarchandmd.com 
       

      FAQ:

      Can all hysterectomies be performed in this manner?

      Our technique was successful in a difficult case that required dissection of scar tissue from a previous Cesarean section, and also entailed scar tissue secondary to endometriosis. Some clinical scenarios involve worse pathology and may require a traditional laparoscopic or robotic assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy in order to be completed. We feel our technique is a valuable weapon in a surgeon’s set of surgical skills, but does not constitute a solution for every patient requiring a hysterectomy.

      How Would Women Benefit if More Hysterectomies Were Performed Using this Technique?

      With LaparoEndoscopic Single Site procedures (LESS), there is only a small scar in the area of the belly button. Because there are less incisions, the healing process is much faster and there is much less postoperative pain. In many cases, patients can leave the hospital the same day as the surgery. The cosmesis is also considerably improved, with essentially no visible scars whatsoever. From a surgical perspective, you have a very complete visualization of the abdominal cavity at time of surgery, which is a big advantage for dealing with complex pathology, such as endometriosis and fibroids. As a result, complications are less common.

      What is the Invented Technique?

      The Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery acknowledges prior published techniques for single port hysterectomy, also called LESS hysterectomy. There are also suggested techniques for various commercially available products developed for these surgeries. We theorized and performed a surgical technique that utilizes many of the advantages of traditional LESS surgery with an entry that utilizes a benchmarked 11mm blunt laparoscopic trochar port. The end result is a reproducible surgical technique that will continually produce a small incision in the umbilicus of exactly 11mm that is created with a blunt trochar and extremely cosmetic, while also providing excellent exposure to the abdomen.

      What is the Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery, and What Do They Do?

      The Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery is a research and educational not-for-profit corporation and functional “think tank” for the advancement of minimally invasive surgery. We are located in Mesa, Arizona. Our efforts are split between the publication of high-quality medical research, expert level surgical education, and involvement in clinical trials related to advancing minimally invasive surgery.

      Did this Record Involve “Morcellation”?

      No. Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy generally does not require morcellation, except in extreme cases, such as Dr. Marchand’s 2008 Guinness World Record. For more details on the 2008 World Record, please see: http://gregmarchandmd.com/guinness-record-marchand/

      What do Dr. Marchand’s Accreditations Mean?

      The accreditations represent honors bestowed upon Dr. Marchand by different certifying organizations. They include:
      MD -- Medical Doctor
      FACOG -- Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology -- Certified by The American College/Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology (acog.org)
      FACS -- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons -- Certified by the American College of Surgeons (facs.org)
      FICS -- Fellow of the International College of Surgeons -- Certified by The International College of Surgeons (fics.org)
      Accredited Master Surgeon – Dr. Marchand is currently the only Accredited Master Surgeon in Arizona -- Certified by the Surgical Review Corporation (www.surgicalreview.org
       

      Why is this a World Record? Can't a Hysterectomy be Done with no Abdominal Incision at All?

      Yes, a hysterectomy can be performed vaginally without any abdominal incisions at all in uncomplicated cases without significant pathology. A completely vaginal approach, however, gives a very limited view of the abdomen and makes it difficult to deal with abdominal pathology, such as scar tissue from prior surgeries and scar tissue from endometriosis. This can increase the chance of complications and injuries to surrounding organs. Using our technique, we were able to directly visualize the abdominal cavity and perform the hysterectomy with less risk of complications. This was demonstrated by our ability to complete the hysterectomy safely despite this patient’s history of prior Cesarean sections and endometriosis. Our technique also has excellent cosmesis using only an 11mm incision that leaves essentially no scar.

       

      How Can You be Sure that This is the Smallest Incision a Laparoscopic Hysterectomy has ever been Performed through? What Steps Did You Take to Verify?

      We performed extensive searches of the literature in all of the relevant journals as well as PubMed. We were not able to find any reported case of total hysterectomy performed solely through this small of an incision. The World Record Academy then went on to verify the claim independently. We were awarded the record after the completion of their exhaustive verification efforts.

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      For more information regarding Dr. Greg Marchand, the Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery, and their latest research publications, please visit www.GregMarchandMD.com. For more information on the “Master Surgeon” Accreditation, please see the website of the Surgical Review Corporation at www.SurgicalReview.org.


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      MIXCDER BACK TO SCHOOL GADGETS 2018

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    MIXCDER E7 ACTIVE NOISE CANCELING TECHNOLOGY BLUETOOTH HEADPHONES: totally immersive headphones for audiophiles at a fraction of the cost. The Mixcder E7 Active Noise Canceling Bluetooth over the ear Hi-Fi stereo headphones with deep bass and built-in microphone deliver on the company’s mission to create premium noise canceling headphones at an affordable price for everyone – at only $64.99. The Mixcder E7 employs Active Noise Canceling (ANC) Technology that continuously detects and reacts to outside noises, analyzing sound waves and blocking out ambient sound by creating inverse waves for a totally immersive experience for beautiful music and sound.

    Price: $64.99
    Website:
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    Udoq - The First World-wide Patented Docking Station for any Apple or Android Device

    UDOQ BACK TO SCHOOL GADGETS 2018

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    UDOQ CHARGING/DOCKING STATION FOR ALL DEVICES: organizes the chaos of multiple devices & cables. The first patented multi-device docking/charging station for all mobile devices of every brand and generation, udoq is a one-size-fits-all station for all Android, Apple, and other smartphones, tablets, music players, smartwatches, eReaders, and other devices. Created by the minimalist designers of Porsche and other brands according to German engineering standards, udoq is made of elegant sturdy high-grade aluminum -- built to last. Udoq organizes multiple devices and cables with an innovative patented process which allows users to quickly and neatly move and slide back and forth all the charging cables (including Lightning, Micro USB, USB-C, & 30-Pin, with Adapter for Apple Watch) from multiple devices in one station without the mess and disorganization of tangled cables and lost devices.

    Price: $100-$200
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    INTRODUCING MIXCDER E7 --
    ACTIVE NOISE CANCELING TECHNOLOGY BLUETOOTH HEADPHONES
    FOR AUDIOPHILES FOR A FRACTION OF THE COST –
     
    ESSENTIAL BACK TO SCHOOL GEAR:
    TOTALLY IMMERSIVE HEADPHONES WITH MIC FOR STUDENTS & ADULTS
    WITH AN ACTIVE LIFESTYLE FOR $59.99
     
    Mixcder Delivers Noise Canceling Headphones for Everyone
    Keep Ambient Noise Out for Clear Listening to Music, Audio Books, Study, Games, & Phone Calls
    For Outdoors & Sports Use, in Noisy Trains, Planes, Dorms, Streets, & More
     
    Extended 20 Hour Battery Life – Available now on Amazon in the U.S. & Worldwide
     

    City of Industry, CA, August 21, 2018 -- Mixcder http://www.mixcder.com, announced today the Mixcder E7 Active Noise Canceling Bluetooth Over the Ear Hi-Fi Stereo Headphones with deep bass and built-in microphone. Delivering on its mission to create premium noise canceling headphones at an affordable price for everyone, the Mixcder E7 employs Active Noise Canceling (ANC) Technology for totally immersive sound, priced at only $59.99. Mixcder’s ANC Technology continuously detects and reacts to outside noises, analyzing sound waves and blocking out ambient sound by creating inverse waves for a totally immersive experience for beautiful music and sound.  

    ANC Technology Headphones for Audiophiles Feature 40mm Driver Units and More –

    Same Features as Headphones Costing Hundreds of Dollars More  

    With features audiophiles appreciate normally costing hundreds of dollars, the affordable Mixcder E7 premium headphones are priced perfectly for students and adults. They feature 40mm driver units and CSR Bluetooth to ensure great sound quality, with a powerful deep bass and clean sound with clear detail -- without being disturbed by noise. The E7’s extended 20 hour battery life for Bluetooth wireless music, audio, and hands-free phone calls keep you listening for hours, with a wired mode for directly connecting to devices when a wired connection is needed at the gym or with non-Bluetooth devices. Featuring an ergonomic design with comfortable soft ear pads and a light slim hard carrying case, the Mixcder E7 can be taken anywhere.   

    Totally Immersive Let You Focus on Music, Study, Phone Calls, and More -- without Distractions  

    A key challenge of college and other student life is the continuous distractions and noise from dorms, other music, parties, outdoor conditions, weather, airplane noise, and other noisy environments. The Mixcder lets you focus on your world and listen without distractions.  “With the Mixcder E7’s ANC Technology, you’ll stay in your world, just you and your favorite music -- without distractions,” said David Wu, Founder, Mixcder. “Immerse yourself in music, enjoying every nuance of your favorite song while also appreciating the peace of no external noises.” 

    Mixcder’s Unique “Furcating Technology” 

    The ID design technology of the E7 is unique to Mixcder. The technology works like this: when the wireless noise reduction function is enabled, noise reduction values are 18dB, as good as top grade Bluetooth headsets. When the noise reduction function is disabled, the tone quality is as good as middle to top grade Bluetooth headsets, but with a different quality timbre. The technology’s circuit and tune algorithms for noise reduction technology and Bluetooth can be combined and/or separated for “furcating technology.” Because of this design, two absolutely different experiences can be enjoyed with one headset.  

    The active noise reduction function generates reverse sound waves equivalent to external noise to neutralize it. It is achieved by collecting the waveform characteristic of the noise, calculating reverse waves with the built-in processing chip, then counteracting by the high reproduction loudspeaker. A sound pick-up, processing chip, and loudspeaker are all necessary for the active noise reduction system. Only when each part is high quality, like Mixcder’s, will the final superior quality effect be achieved. The two “Furcating Technology” features are built into the Mixcder for excellent sound quality at a great price.  

    “In the headphone industry, it’s not an easy job to provide noise canceling and wireless features in one headphone, and it’s nearly impossible to do it at a low price. Only a few R&D audio teams have the ability to manufacture wireless noise canceling headphones, and we are one of those factories. Mixcder created the technology in only 3 years and at a fraction of the price,” said Wu. 

    Mixcder E7 Features:

    ·        Active Noise Canceling Technology: Mixcder E7 adopts the ANC Technology, which continuously analyzes and reacts to outside noise, blocking out external noise by creating inverse waves for totally immersive music.

    ·        20 Hour Battery Life: built-in 400mAh battery provides up to 20 hours of continuous playback per charge.

    ·        Never Power Off Wired Mode: you can also connect it to your device with the included audio cable so it will never power off.

    ·        Immersive Sound: large 40mm driver units and CSR Bluetooth ensure great sound quality with  powerful deep bass sound and clear detail without being disturbed by noises.

    ·        Unique “Furcating Technology”: features different sound qualities for use with or without the ANC Technology.

    ·        Hands-Free Calling with Built-in Mic: the built-in high-quality microphone guarantees clear hands-free calls. The wireless connection between the Mixcder E7 and Bluetooth enabled devices (such as  smartphones, tablets, PCs, and TVs) is quick and stable within 10m/33 feet.

    ·        Ergonomic Design: a comfortable design with soft ear cups provides long-time use.

    ·        Low Cost: priced at only $59.99, with features normally costing hundreds of dollars,

    ·        Includes: Mixcder E7 Bluetooth ANC headphones, 3.5mm audio cable, Micro USB charging cable, compact carrying case, user manual, worry-free 12 month warranty, lifetime support, and friendly customer service.

    Mixcder E7 - noise cancelling

    Video: https://youtu.be/lgYMNRyJipI

     

    Pricing & Availability 

    Priced at $59.99, the Mixcder E7 Bluetooth ANC headphones are available immediately through Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/Mixcder-E7-Canceling-Headphones-Comfortable/dp/B07C2KR9XV/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1534339268&sr=8-1&keywords=Mixcder+E7 or the Mixcder sales site at: https://www.mixcder.com/Product/Mixcder-E7-Active-Noise-Cancelling-Bluetooth-Headphones-With-Mic.html.  For more information, see the website: http://www.mixcder.com or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mixcder/.

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    About Mixcder -- Creating Revolutionary Products at an Affordable Price for Everyone 

    Founded in 2015 in City of Industry, California, Mixcder is an audio brand integrating technology and art into its product design from earphones and speakers to audio accessories -- all designed for fashionable youth and music enthusiasts. Mixcder was founded by David Wu, a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University and a music enthusiast with a keen interest in audio electronics. Wu’s dream was to create a world-class consumer e-brand, shaping the future of the audio industry by creating revolutionary products at an affordable price for everyone. With an eye on consumer trends and developments, Wu conducted a comprehensive field study of various international high-end audio brands. The study resulted in the creation of the Mixcder audio line, featuring the number one Bluetooth noise canceling headset with high-end features, including comfort, performance, and quality -- at a fraction of the price. Available in Europe and Asia and now coming to the U.S., the Mixcder Bluetooth headphones’ technology, design, audio quality, timbre, and manufacturing process make the product unique among its counterparts throughout the world. 

    Mixcder’s scientific R&D team includes 30 experts in the fields of music, audio, electronics, and fashion design, including engineers in the fields of electronics, audio, structural design, and testing, with extensive experience in creating audio products. Mixcder’s team shares the same passion of pursuing perfect sound quality full of vigor and vitality as Wu, inspiring listeners to pursue their dreams and enjoy life with the motto: “Join and enjoy. Join together and enjoy together.” Wu says, “Being surrounded by the magic of music, with beautiful melody and rhythm can boost our mood, intensify our emotions and tastes, and make us feel the beauty of life. Mixcder is continuously striving for musical excellence by creating audio products with the essence of music, filling people with vitality, and the world with sunshine.”

    Find out more about Mixcder by visiting the website: www.mixcder.com.  


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    Keith McMillen, Founder & CEO, BeBop Sensors
    Bio:
     

    Keith McMillen is the Founder and CEO of BeBop Sensors www.bebopsensors.com, the world leader in smart fabric sensor wearable technology. McMillen has started and sold two companies in his 30+ years innovating in the sensor and audio market. Zeta Music revolutionized stringed instruments and was sold to Gibson Guitars in 1992. Octiv, started in 2000, received funding from 3i and Intel Capital and was sold to Plantronics (NYSE:PLT) in 2005. McMillen is the inventor on numerous patents; has released hundreds of profitable products; published dozens of scholarly papers, and was winner of a Guthman Award in 2010. He received a B.S. in Acoustics from University of Illinois at Urbana. 

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    Udoq - The First World-wide Patented Docking Station for any Apple or Android Device    THE ULTIMATE APPLE DOCK

    UDOQ LAUNCHES THE ULTIMATE APPLE DOCK
    FOR WIRELESS & WIRED CHARGING, DOCKING, & OPERATION
    FOR ALL APPLE DEVICES
    Indiegogo Campaign at: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/udoq-the-ultimate-apple-dock-iphone/
      
    PATENTED - NEATLY SLIDES IN AND OUT & HIDES CABLES FOR
    IPHONE, IPAD, IPOD, APPLE WATCH, & AIRPOD
    FITS WITH APPLE’S DESIGN AESTHETIC
     
    Discounted at 50% Off for Indiegogo Backers at $99 (Normally $199)
     
    Anodized Aluminum Docking/Charging Station Includes Qi Wireless Adapter, Apple Watch Adapter, 4 Port Charger, 2 Lightning Cables with Adapters, & Cable Box to Hide Cables
     

    June 12, 2018, Munich, Germany – udoq www.udoq.com, creator of the udoq line of elegant patented docking/charging stations, announced today THE ULTIMATE APPLE DOCK. Available through Indiegogo: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/udoq-the-ultimate-apple-dock-iphone/ at 50% off for only $99 (normally $199), THE ULTIMATE APPLE DOCK includes the udoq anodized aluminum docking/charging station, udoq designed Qi  wireless adapter charging plate, udoq Apple watch adapter, two Lightning cables with adapters, and the udoq cable box that cleanly organizes cables out of view. Designed for Apple lovers by Porsche minimalist designers, the udoq THE ULTIMATE APPLE DOCK has a high quality, nearly indestructible dark grey profile that matches timelessly with Apple’s famous design aesthetic -- built for a lifetime of use and always compatible.  

    Patented Sliding Cable Design 

    THE ULTIMATE APPLE DOCK features udoq’s convenient patented sliding cables that move back and forth and can be changed out while keeping cables always elegantly hidden from view. In addition, the dock’s front facing design lets you see and operate devices while charging. udoq Founder Marcus Kuchler said, “I developed udoq because I was sick and tired of the daily search for my family’s iPhones, iPads, iPods, or AirPods. And cable clutter or dangling connectors simply don’t match Apple’s clean and straightforward design concept. THE ULTIMATE APPLE DOCK lets you charge, operate, and display all your Apple mobile devices in one central spot. It lasts you a lifetime, and since udoq stays compatible forever​, it will be adaptable to all new charging technologies.” 

     

    udoq is the only patented docking station to:

    • Dock and slide around mobile devices with patented cable adapters.

    • Dock and remove devices from the dock with just one hand.

    • View and operate all devices simultaneously while charging.

    • Wirelessly charge iPhones X or iPhone 8 with the included Qi adapter.

    • Charge with included udoq Lightning cables.

    • Dock and charge any Apple Watch by mounting the Apple magnetic charging cable into udoq’s adapter.

    • Adjust the height of udoq connectors to fit bumpers and cases with up to 8mm thickness.

    • Charge super-fast with 2.4A per USB port/device with the integrated 40W power charger for all USB cables. 

    • Neatly hide cables in udoq’s cable box.

    • Mount on any wall surface with the optional WALL MOUNT SET (available separately).

     

    Features:

    ·      Measures 15½ inches (400mm) and fits 4-6 devices.

    • Comes with two Lightning cables with adapters.

    • Includes Apple Watch adapter.

    • Includes Qi wireless adapter.

    • Anodized 4mm high-grade aluminum dock stays beautiful and is nearly indestructible.

    • Cables slide smoothly to any position for a custom arrangement of your mobile devices and can be moved and swapped out in seconds.

    • Hides and organizes all cables and connectors to avoid cable clutter.

    • Comes with a 4 port 40W charger so all devices get up to 2.4A for fast charging.

    • Dock also works with Android and fits older Apple devices (cables sold separately).

    • Comes with non-slip cables and user manual.

     

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    Indiegogo Campaign Live Now 50% Off 

    Shipping December 2018 through Indiegogo at Indiegogo Campaign at: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/udoq-the-ultimate-apple-dock-iphone/, Indiegogo backers will receive a 50% off discount, priced at $99 (normally $199), and be the first to receive udoq’s THE ULTIMATE APPLE DOCK in dark grey. Udoq is also available in a variety of sizes and versions for Android at https://udoq.com/shop-2/, completely customizable at: https://udoq.com/configurator. For more information, see www.udoq.com.  

    About Udoq 

    udoq was developed, patented, and designed by Founder Marcus Kuchler. Since 1990, Kuchler’s Munich, Germany-based product design company, marwin PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, has been inventing, developing, and designing products for major brands all over the world, including Adidas, Porsche, Rimowa, Cherry, and Leica. Developed and designed according to “German engineering” standards, designer Marcus Kuchler and his 10-member team of engineers and designers worked on the development and manufacture of the udoq in Munich for three years. The minimalist design and patented technology will make udoq one of the most desired innovations in the world. For more information, see the website, www.udoq.com.

    udoq - Docked for Today, Charged for Tomorrow

     

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    RoboSense - world’s leading provider of automatic radar LiDAR environment awareness solutions for autonomous driving, RoboSense, World’s leading provider, automatic radar LiDAR, environment awareness solutions, autonomous, driving

     

    ALIBABA GROUP’S CAINIAO NETWORK AND ROBOSENSE ANNOUNCE WORLD’S FIRST SOLID-STATE LIDAR UNMANNED LOGISTICS VEHICLE
    CHINA’S SOLID-STATE LIDAR PIONEERS DRIVERLESS DELIVERY VEHICLES
     
    Alibaba’s Cainiao G Plus’s “G Plus” Unmanned Logistics Vehicle is Equipped with RoboSense MEMS Solid-State Laser Radar -- Costs as Low as a Few Hundred Dollars

    RoboSense - Cainiao Network G Plus

    May 31, 2018, Hangzhou, China –Alibaba Group’s Cainiao Network and RoboSense jointly released today G Plus, the world’s first solid-state LiDAR unmanned logistics vehicle. Announced at Alibaba Group’s Cainiao Network 2018 Global Smart Logistics Summit held today in Hangzhou, China, the most important feature of the newly announced G Plus driverless delivery vehicles is the solid-state LiDAR technology, the RS-LiDAR-M1Pre, developed by China’s RoboSense. This is the first time that solid-state LiDAR has been officially used in the development of an unmanned vehicle, heralding the beginning of a new solid-state LiDAR era in driverless vehicles.

    RoboSense has reached a strategic partnership with Alibaba to provide delivery vehicles with solid-state LiDARs for all G Plus unmanned logistics cars, drastically reducing the cost of the driverless vehicles. The vehicles can be mass-produced, allowing the rapid expansion of unmanned logistics vehicles and streamlining mass market delivery logistics, for the rapid popularization of the vehicles. The unmanned cars and trucks can also be equipped with different smart devices according to demand, turning the vehicle into a courier vehicle, a mobile self-pickup station, a mobile coffee vending cart, etc., which can be applied to various new retail scenarios. 

    3D Perception of the Driving Environment 

    The Alibaba’s Cainiao G Plus unmanned delivery vehicle is equipped with three RS-LiDAR-M1Pres, two in the front and one in the rear, to ensure the most powerful 3D perception of the driving environment. This allows unmanned delivery vehicles to clearly see the direction of travel, including the shape, distance, azimuth, travel speed, and direction of travel of pedestrians, cars, trucks, and other obstacles, as well as the exact areas on which roads can be driven, etc., to ensure the smooth flow of unmanned logistics vehicles in a complex road environment. 

    RoboSense LiDAR Costs as Low as a Few Hundred Dollars

    The RS-LiDAR-M1Pre is the first MEMS solid-state LiDAR launched by RoboSense. The world’s first solid-state LiDAR equipped in an unmanned vehicle, the technology was first publicly presented and demonstrated at CES 2018 in Las Vegas. The technology’s outstanding results and advancements have already attracted widespread attention in the industry. The core technology of the MEMS solid-state LiDAR is disruptive to traditional mechanical multi-beam radars. The MEMS micro mirror scanning scheme used in the RS-LiDAR-M1Pre requires only a few laser emitters and receivers to scan through the MEMS micro-mirror in both directions because of the swing angle. The resolution is a very fine, high angle and vertical angle resolution that reaches 0.2° throughout the angle of view.  

    In contrast, for traditional mechanical multi-beam LiDAR to achieve the same effect, they require more than a hundred laser transmitters and receivers to rotate and scan at the same time, which greatly increases material and human costs and reduces yield and reliability, making the advantages of MEMS solid-state LiDAR technology obvious. While improving the performance of LiDAR, the cost savings is also great, and at the same time the miniaturization of the scanning structure greatly improves the stability of LiDAR.

    RoboSense LiDAR

    RoboSense LiDAR

    “The LiDAR is an indispensable sensor for advanced autonomous driving above L3, and on this, industry has reached a consensus. The solid-state laser has the advantages of high stability, high resolution, and low cost, and it can well meet the demand for OEMs,” said Mark Qiu, Co-founder and COO of RoboSense. “Reducing logistics costs and improving logistics efficiency is the mission of autonomous driving technology in the logistics industry. Alibaba and RoboSense both agree with this direction and we hope to increase our strengths jointly to promote mass production of unmanned logistics vehicles and put them into operation so that everyone from the community can benefit as soon as possible.” 

    Also announced at the 2018 Global Smart Logistics Summit, the Alibaba Cainiao Network Technology Logistics Laboratory announced a plan named “Hump Project,” joining a number of companies, including FAW Jiefang, Beihang University’s Drone Team, RoboSense, and Dian Wo Da, to mass produce unmanned equipment for a new three-dimensional intelligent logistics network that includes unmanned vehicles and drones. The first members participating in the plan include vehicle and drone manufacturers, LiDAR companies, and companies with the need for unmanned equipment. “We want to build a three-dimensional distribution network. After a package enters the network, artificial intelligence will automatically distribute routes and unmanned vehicles will relay deliveries,” said Zhang Chunhui, director of the Cainiao Network  E.T. Logistics Laboratory. “We plan to have 100,000 unmanned vehicles in the next three years.” 

    About RoboSense 

    Established in 2014, RoboSense is world’s leading autonomous driving LiDAR environment perception system provider, the first company in China to bring autonomous driving LiDAR into mass production. The company is based on its research, development, and continuous technological innovations to achieve its world leading stature. RoboSense strives to deliver cutting edge robotic perception solution products to the world, which can perfectly integrate premium LiDAR sensor hardware, 3D environment perception algorithms, and deep learning technologies to sense the environment beyond human eyes. Through constant technology innovation, the company has made it possible for robots to “see” the world with excellent environment perception capability. RoboSense has created a large number of autonomous driving partners in China and around the world, such as Alibaba, Jingdong, Tusimple, Next Future Mobility, ZMP and others. 

    The RoboSense R&D and Operations Center is located in Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China, with offices in Beijing, China and Silicon Valley, California. At present, the company has more than 200 full-time employees (excluding production site employees) and the core research and development team is more than 60% graduate students. In addition, the company has maintained long-term cooperation with top universities and research institutes, such as MIT, HKUST, Tsinghua University, and HIT. 

    About Cainiao Network 

    Founded in May 28, 2013, Cainiao Network Technology Co., Ltd. was established by the Alibaba Group and eight other companies. G Plus is an Internet technology company focusing on logistics platform services through big data, smart technology, and efficient collaboration, together with partners to build a global logistics network, improve logistics efficiency, accelerate business inventory turnover, reduce logistics costs, and increase consumption – everything to provide the full logistics experience.

    Tmall is a great example of Cainiao Network’s use of logistics technology. Since the establishment of the Cainiao Network through the promotion of smart logistics, the volume of Tmall’s orders climbed on a single day from 152 million to 812 million, with the delivery time for 100 million packages dropping from 9 days to 2.8 days. It has created a miracle in the world-wide logistics industry. Before 2022, Alibaba and Cainiao Network will also invest 100 billion yuan to upgrade the global smart logistics network and accelerate the realization of “24 hours in the country and 72 hours in the world.” 

    For more information about RoboSense, please visit the website: http://www.robosense.ai 

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    RoboSense LiDAR: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosenselidar.html
    RoboSense - Alibaba’s Cainiao G Plus : http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensegplus.html
    RoboSense - Alibaba’s Cainiao G Plus 2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensegplusphoto2.html
    RoboSense - Alibaba’s Cainiao G Plus 3: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/robosensegplusphoto3.html 
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    KAREN THOMAS, PRESIDENT, THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS SELECTED AS JUDGE FOR SVUS AWARDS 2018 KAREN THOMAS, PRESIDENT, THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS SELECTED AS JUDGE FOR SVUS AWARDS 2018

     

    Udoq - The First World-wide Patented Docking Station for any Apple or Android Device  udoq400 - lifestyle desk Mom's Choice Award - Gold Award 2018 for udoq

     UDOQ WINS MOM’S CHOICE AWARD 2018 - GOLD AWARD
    FOR FIRST PATENTED MULTI-DEVICE DOCKING/CHARGING STATION
     
    WINS GOLD AWARD IN BEST FOR FAMILIES CATEGORY
     
    Udoq’s Patented Dock Keeps Families’ Smartphones, Tablets, Watches, & Other Devices
    Neatly Organized – No More Tangled, Messy Cables & Lost Devices
     
    udoq Encourages Kids to Dock their Phones during Dinner & Talks with Family
    without Being Always Attached to a Smartphone
     

    May 10, 2018, Munich, Germany – udoq www.udoq.com announced today that it has won the prestigious Mom’s Choice Award® - Gold Award for udoq, the first worldwide patented universal docking station for all mobile devices of every brand and generation. After rigorous evaluation by a panel of Mom’s Choice Award (MCA) evaluators, udoq won a best for family-friendly media, product, or service. See the udoq award winning entry at: https://store.momschoiceawards.com/index.php?entry_id=7436. 

    Just in Time for Mother’s Day – Moms Love its Elegant Design & Patented Cable Organization 

    Just in time for Mother’s Day, udoq is a one-size-fits-all station for charging and docking all Android, Apple, and other smartphones, tablets, music players, smartwatches, eReaders, and other devices. Created by the minimalist designers of Porsche and other brands according to German engineering standards, udoq uses an elegant sturdy high-grade aluminum built to last. Mothers love udoq’s fashionable design and innovative patented process which lets the whole family quickly and neatly move and slide back and forth charging cables from multiple devices in one station without the mess and disorganization of tangled cables and lost devices.  

    “We are honored to win the Mom’s Choice Awards’ Gold Award recognizing our patented achievements in product design and usability.  We are also proud that udoq encourages kids to dock their phones for a while during dinner or talks with family without always being attached to a smartphone,” said udoq Founder Marcus Kuchler. “We especially appreciate this prestigious recognition from MCA, a company that does great things connecting consumers, educators, and caregivers with the best products and services available for families.” 

    MCA Scores by Quality, Design, Educational & Entertainment Value, Originality, Appeal, & Cost 

    Udoq won The Mom’s Choice Award based on MCA’s propriety methodology in which entries are scored on a number of elements, including production quality, design, educational value, entertainment value, originality, appeal, and cost. In presenting udoq the award, The Mom’s Choice Awards said, “udoq is the first worldwide patented universal docking system for mobile devices of any brand, size or generation. Various movable and exchangeable udoq connector cables adapt to your Smartphones, Tablets, eReaders, Music Players, Battery Banks or other USB Devices.” 

    Dawn Matheson, Executive Director of the Mom’s Choice Awards, explained, “Our aim is to introduce families and educators to best-in-class products and services. We have a passion to help families grow emotionally, physically and spiritually. Parents and educators know that products and services bearing our seal of approval are high-quality and also a great value.” 

    The MCA evaluation program is designed to incorporate the expertise of scientists, physicians, and other specialists, as well as parents, children, educators, and caregivers -- experts in knowing what is best for their families. MCA evaluators are bound by a strict code of ethics not only to ensure objectivity, but also to ensure that the evaluation is free from manufacturer influence. The product samples are submitted to the MCA Executive Committee for final review and approval. After evaluation, the samples are donated to schools, libraries, hospitals, and nonprofit organizations. 

    udoq Availability 

    Available immediately from https://udoq.com/shop-2/, udoq is priced starting at $95, customizable at: https://udoq.com/configurator/.  For more information on udoq’s Mom’s Choice Award entry, see: https://store.momschoiceawards.com/index.php?entry_id=7436, website: www.udoq.com

    About Udoq 

    udoq was developed, patented, and designed by Founder Marcus Kuchler. Since 1990, Kuchler’s Munich, Germany-based product design company, marwin PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, has been inventing, developing, and designing products for major brands all over the world, including Adidas, Porsche, Rimowa, Cherry, and Leica. Developed and designed according to “German engineering” standards, designer Marcus Kuchler and his 10-member team of engineers and designers worked on the development and manufacture of the udoq in Munich for three years. The minimalist design and patented technology will make udoq one of the most desired innovations in the world. For more information, see the website, http://www.udoq.com Connect with udoq on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/udoq.de/ and Twitter: https://twitter.com/udoq_docking.

    About the Mom’s Choice Awards


    The Mom’s Choice Awards® (MCA) evaluates products and services created for children, families, and educators. The program is globally recognized for establishing the benchmark of excellence in family-friendly media, products, and services. The organization is based in the United States and has reviewed thousands of entries from more than 55 countries. Around the world, parents, educators, retailers, and members of the media look for the MCA mother and child honoring Excellence Seal of Approval when selecting quality products and services for children and families. Learn more about the Mom’s Choice Awards by visiting their website: www.MomsChoiceAwards.com. 

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    udoq700: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoq700.html
    udoq400 – using: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoq400.html
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    udoq400 - lifestyle desk: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoq400lifestyle.html
    udoq250: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoq250.html
    udoq250 - lifestyle work: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoq250lifestyle.html 
    udoq Connector: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqconnector.html 
    udoq CboxS: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqcboxs.html 
    udoq - sliding in: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqslidingin.html 
    udoq Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqlogo.html
     
    udoq Videos:
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    Animation: http://www.thomas-pr.com/udoq/udoqanimation.html
     
    udoq Price List: http://www.thomas-pr.com/udoq/udoqpricelist.pdf
    udoq Press Release: http://www.thomas-pr.com/udoq/udoqrelease.html
     


    Udoq - The First World-wide Patented Docking Station for any Apple or Android Device

     UDOQ FATHER’S DAY/GRADUATION GIFT IDEA
    udoq700

    udoq charging station for all devices without messy cables: Give your dad or grad the gift of organization for Father’s Day and graduations with udoq, the first patented one-size-fits-all station for neatly charging and docking all Android, Apple, and other smartphones, tablets, music players, smartwatches, eReaders, and other devices. The udoq line organizes the chaos resulting from multiple devices with an innovative patented process which allows users to quickly and neatly move back and forth 4 to 12 devices in one station without tangled cables or lost devices.  

    Price: $100-$200 http://www.thomas-pr.com/udoq/udoqpricelist.pdf

    Release: http://www.thomas-pr.com/udoq/udoqrelease.html
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    Choose Model: https://udoq.com/configurator/                   
    Buy at: https://udoq.com/shop-2/ 
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    Website:  www.udoq.com
     

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    BeBop Sensors in ZDNet: “This smart sensing fabric is in everything from gaming gloves to shoes…The funding will help BeBop focus on market penetration, especially in wearables markets, which are expected to be worth $5 billion within the decade.” - Greg Nichols, ZDNet

    By Greg Nichols, ZDNetNew! BeBop Sensors in ZDNet:  “This smart sensing fabric is in everything from gaming gloves to shoes…The funding will help BeBop focus on market penetration, especially in wearables markets, which are expected to be worth $5 billion within the decade.” - Greg Nichols, ZDNet

    This smart sensing fabric is in everything from gaming gloves to shoes BeBop is capitalizing on the rush to make the world measurable with novel fabric sensors that go anywhere

    Greg Nichols
    By Greg Nichols for Robotics | April 24, 2018 -- 09:15 GMT (02:15 PDT) | Topic: Robotics

    BeBop Sensors, a startup that makes smart fabric sensors for a variety of markets, just announced $10 million in Series A funding.

    In the era of big data, wearables, and AR/VR, the company is capitalizing on the rush to make the world more measurable. BeBop makes smart piezoelectric sensing fabric that changes resistance under force or when bent, stretched, and twisted.

    Embedded printed circuit boards process and package the data, capturing information such as pressure, XYZ location, bend, motion, rotation, angle, and torsion.

    Not surprisingly, the fabric is finding its way into wearables.

    BeBop sells custom sensors to enterprise, but it also has several in-house products that showcase the breadth of the technology's applications. One is an affordable data glove for use in AR/VR and gaming.

    The company also makes a sensing helmet to measure impact and an insole sensor to measure changing forces on the foot during walking. BeBop's in-seat automotive system intelligently senses and classifies car occupants for safe airbag deployment.

    "We believe BeBop to have fundamental technology that will be as important to AI and humans as cameras and microphones," says Eric Wiesen, Managing Partner, Bullpen Capital, which led the round. "Computers need to feel people, and fabric is already deployed in clothing, furniture, and interiors. People are comfortable with it. The perfect place for physical sensors,"

    The funding will help BeBop focus on market penetration, especially in wearables markets, which are expected to be worth $5 billion within the decade.

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    BEBOP SENSORS, WORLD LEADER IN SMART FABRIC SENSORS, ANNOUNCES CLOSE OF $10M+ SERIES A FUNDING
    LED BY BULLPEN CAPITAL
     
    BeBop Sensors Has Multiple Design Wins with Fortune 500 Companies
    in Health, Automotive, IoT, and AR/VR Markets
     
    BeBop’s Products Include Forte Data Glove, Smart Helmet, Automotive Occupant Classification System, Smart Foot Mat & Track Pad 

    Berkeley, CA, April 18, 2018 — BeBop Sensors, Inc. www.bebopsensors.com, the world leader in smart fabric sensors, announced today the close of its $10 Million+ Series A funding led by San Francisco-based Bullpen Capital, a leader in post-seed funding. With millions of sensors in daily use, BeBop Sensors designs, manufactures, and delivers smart fabric sensors to Fortune 500 companies in the Health, Automotive, IoT, and AR/VR markets. The funding will help BeBop aggressively accelerate product development and market penetration. 

    Winner of the Frost & Sullivan Innovation Award and Gartner Cool Vendors Awards, BeBop Sensors’ innovative technology products include the Forte Data Glove, the first fully featured data glove with sensors and haptics priced for the consumer market; the Sensor Helmet, first to provide location-specific impact information; Multi Sensor Insole that measures the changing forces on the bottom of the foot; Automotive Occupant Classification System embedded car seat sensors with intelligent car occupant sensing technology for safer airbag deployment; Smart Foot Mat, a high resolution sensor platform that accurately measures a person’s balance and detects anomalies in orthotic measurement that traditional methods are unable to; Fabric Track Pad, an input device that can be conformed to a car’s interior for extreme accuracy to recognize taps, gestures, and swipes for unique applications; and many more ground-breaking flexible sensor technologies. Unlike other fabric sensors, BeBop’s sensors measure physicality, sensing pressure, XYZ location, bend, motion, rotation, angle, and torsion, for precise analysis of data. 

    “We believe BeBop to have fundamental technology that will be as important to AI and humans as cameras and microphones. Computers need to feel people, and fabric is already deployed in clothing, furniture and interiors. People are comfortable with it. The perfect place for physical sensors,” said Eric Wiesen, Managing Partner, Bullpen Capital. 

    Wearable Market Predicted to Grow Rapidly, Reaching $5 Billion by 2027 

    “We see the market for sensors in wearables including gloves for VR, automotive and gaming applications to grow rapidly, reaching $5B by 2027,” said Raghu Das, CEO of IDTechEx, independent market research firm for emerging technologies. “This market is also transitioning from rigid sensors such as FSRs to fabric-like, flexible, stretchable sensors. BeBop Sensors is uniquely positioned to take advantage of this transition and rapid growth in the market.”

    “Flexible fabric sensors have emerged as one of the most sought-after sensors in markets that affect consumers every day, including automotive, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), wearables, health, sports, and remote sensing,” said Keith McMillen, Founder & CEO, BeBop Sensors in Sensors Magazine. “I am pleased to have Bullpen Capital with proven tech vision backing BeBop. When you are first in on a major tech innovation, it takes partners that can share that vision to succeed,” concluded McMillen. 

    Bullpen Capital is a leader in post-seed funding with over 70 companies in markets from fantasy sports to data center equipment. A venture fund with a differentiated strategy, Bullpen invests after the product has found a niche in the marketplace. Bullpen selects its companies based on three criteria: evidence of a product and market that is visible in operating data; sight lines to a milestone that inflects the company’s value; and a strong syndicate of existing seed investors. Bullpen helps these market leaders accelerate operating performance at this critical time, acting with greater speed than most other venture investors to help companies come to market quickly.  

    For more info on BeBop Sensors’ technology and funding, contact BeBop Sensors at contact@bebopsensors.com, website: http://www.bebopsensors.com.  

    About BeBop Sensors 

    BeBop Sensors uses smart fabrics to create elegant sensor solutions for OEMs. Where things or people interact, BeBop Sensors comprehends force, location, size, weight, bend, twist and presence across any size, resolution and geometry. BeBop’s technology is robust and proven with over two million sensors in daily use. Based in Berkeley, California, BeBop Sensors makes things knowable for product designers and visionaries. For more information and demonstrations, see the BeBop Sensors website: www.bebopsensors.com. 

    About Bullpen Capital 

    Bullpen Capital’s $85 million venture fund is an early-stage, post-seed venture fund investing in companies that have been funded by super-angels and institutional seed funds. Since 2010, Bullpen has invested in over 70 companies in markets ranging from fantasy sports to data center equipment. Bullpen’s round is often the critical step between a product-centric seed round and a much larger “super-sized” venture round. This smaller round provides the founding team more ownership and control of their destiny. For more information, see the website: http://bullpencap.com/.  

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    Glove: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsforteglove.html
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    OCS Computer: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsoccupantvision.html
    OCS – Legs: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsoccupantlegs.html
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    Keith McMillen, Founder & CEO, BeBop Sensors: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopmcmillen.html
     
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    Forte Glove: https://youtu.be/UBakV63xi64
    OCS: https://youtu.be/episwxoevuU
    Smart Helmet: https://youtu.be/RAl5iNOfxnk
    Technology: https://youtu.be/IHU27aAAXzQ 
    Tire Sensor: https://youtu.be/ohfv7ZJiIQM 
     
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    CES 2018: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorsces2018release.html
    OCS: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopairbagsafetysensorsrelease.html
    Smart Helmet: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorshelmetrelease.html
    Gartner Award: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopgartnercoolvendorrelease.html
    Frost & Sullivan Award: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopfrostandsullivanawardrelease.html
     
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    O’Dwyer’s: PERSONNEL APPOINTMENTS - Karen Thomas, President of Thomas PR, Selected as Judge for 2018 Stevie Awards – April 16, 2018
    O’Dwyer’s: PERSONNEL APPOINTMENTS - Karen Thomas, President of Thomas PR, Selected as Judge for 2018 Stevie Awards – April 16, 2018

    Karen Thomas

    Thomas Public Relations announced that Karen Thomas, its president and CEO, has been selected as a judge for the 2018 Stevie Awards—American Business Awards, judging categories in American technology innovations and public relations campaigns. In addition to serving as a Stevie Awards judge, Thomas has also judged the Edison Awards 2018 and 2017, CES Asia Innovation Awards, IT World Awards, and CEO World Awards 2017. Created in 2002, The Stevie Awards honor and generate public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and working professionals worldwide.

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    Bulldog Reporter: PR AGENCY NEWS - Karen Thomas, President of Thomas PR, Selected as Judge for 2018 Stevie Awards – April 17, 2018
     

    Thomas Public Relations announced that Karen Thomas, its president and CEO, has been selected as a judge for the 2018 Stevie Awards—American Business Awards, judging categories in American technology innovations and public relations campaigns. In addition to serving as a Stevie Awards judge, Thomas has also judged the Edison Awards 2018 and 2017, CES Asia Innovation Awards, IT World Awards, and CEO World Awards 2017. Created in 2002, The Stevie Awards honor and generate public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and working professionals worldwide.

     

    By Bulldog Reporter on April 17th, 2018

     

    Thomas Public Relations, a leading PR agency for high-tech and consumer electronics brands, announced that Thomas PR President and CEO, Karen Thomas, has been selected as a judge for the 2018 Stevie Awards – American Business Awards, judging categories in American technology innovations and public relations campaigns.
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    Stevie Award judges include many of the world’s most respected executives, entrepreneurs, innovators, and business educators.

    “I am honored to be selected to judge the Stevie Awards – American Business Awards 2018, one of the most coveted prizes honoring American innovation,” said Thomas.

    In addition to serving as a Stevie Awards judge, Ms. Thomas has also judged the Edison Awards 2018 and 2017, CES Asia Innovation Awards, IT World Awards, and CEO World Awards 2017, and has won numerous industry awards for Thomas PR’s public relations and social media influencer expertise, including Best PR Campaign in Long Island Business News “Excellence in Communication Award 2017,” Top Influencers in PR News Social Shake-up Movers & Shakers Award 2017, Onalytica’s “Top 100 Influencers and Brands,” PRSourceCode’s Top Tech Communicators Award, and TheBitbag.com’s PR Rep of the Year, among others.

    Thomas is also the creator of the innovative longest running Party List Guides for networking events at technology trade shows, “The Official KarenNet Party List,” covering international tech events for 20 years, including CES, NAB, Mobile World Congress, SXSW, Comic-Con, COMDEX, Macworld, E3 Expo, PMA, Cebit, PC Expo, Photokina, PhotoPlus, CTIA, and many more.

     



     

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    Thomas PR Logo ABA Logo Karen Thomas, President, Thomas Public Relations

     

     KAREN THOMAS, PRESIDENT, THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS
    SELECTED AS JUDGE FOR STEVIE AWARDS –
    AMERICAN BUSINESS AWARDS 2018

     
    Ms. Thomas to Judge Innovations in American Technology & Public Relations
     
    Stevie Awards are World’s Premier Business Awards --
    Judges Include World’s Most Respected Executives, Entrepreneurs, Innovators, & Business Educators
     

    April 10, 2018, East Northport, NY – Thomas Public Relations, Inc. http://www.thomas-pr.com, the leading PR agency for high-tech and consumer electronics brands, announced today that Thomas PR President and CEO, Karen Thomas, has been selected as a judge for the 2018 Stevie Awards - American Business Awards, judging categories in American technology innovations and public relations campaigns. Created in 2002, The Stevie® Awards are the world’s premier business awards. The awards honor and generate public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and working professionals worldwide.

     

    Stevie Award judges include many of the world’s most respected executives, entrepreneurs, innovators, and business educators.  “I am honored to be selected to judge the Stevie Awards – American Business Awards 2018, one of the most coveted prizes honoring American innovation,” said Karen Thomas, President and CEO, Thomas PR®.   

    In addition to serving as a Stevie Awards judge, Ms. Thomas has also judged the Edison Awards 2018 and 2017, CES Asia Innovation Awards, IT World Awards, and CEO World Awards 2017, and has won numerous industry awards for Thomas PR’s public relations and social media influencer expertise, including Best PR Campaign in Long Island Business News “Excellence in Communication Award 2017, Top Influencers  in PR News Social Shake-up Movers & Shakers Award 2017, Onalytica’s “Top 100 Influencers and Brands,” PRSourceCode’s  Top Tech Communicators Award, and TheBitbag.com’s PR Rep of the Year, among others.

     

    Ms. Thomas is also the creator of the innovative longest running Party List Guides for networking events at technology trade shows, The Official KarenNet Party List, covering international tech events for 20 years, including CES, NAB, Mobile World Congress, SXSW, Comic-Con, COMDEX, Macworld, E3 Expo, PMA, Cebit, PC Expo, Photokina, PhotoPlus, CTIA, and many more.

     

    About Thomas PR

     

    Thomas PR® has a 20 year history of successful PR campaigns for ground-breaking technology companies, such as BeBop Sensors, NewerTech, OWC, Welle, Kidz Gear, Olympus, The Great Kat, and more. Thomas PR has extensive relationships with national and international press, including The Today Show, CNN, Good Morning America, Fox-TV, Wired, BBC-TV, Stern Magazine, Vancouver Sun, and more. For more information, see the website: http://www.thomas-pr.com, Twitter: www.twitter.com/thomaspr,  Facebook: www.facebook.com/KarenThomaspr,  and Facebook Company: https://www.facebook.com/Thomaspublicrelations.

     

    About The Stevie Awards

     

    The Stevie® Awards are the world’s premier business awards. The awards were created in 2002 to honor and generate public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and working professionals worldwide. The American Business Awards are open to all organizations operating in the U.S.A., and feature a wide variety of categories to recognize achievement in every facet of the workplace. In addition, the American Business Awards, there are six other Stevie Awards programs, each with its own focus, list of categories, and schedule, including International Business Awards, Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, German Stevie Awards, The Stevie Awards for Great Employers, The Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service, and The Stevie Awards for Women in Business.

     

    Sponsors of Stevie Awards programs include many leading B2B marketers, publishers, and government institutions. Past Stevie Award winners including Acer Inc., Apple, BASF, BT, Ford Motor Company, ING, Procter & Gamble, Roche Group, and Samsung, among many others. For more information, see: http://stevieawards.com/

     

    Contact:

    Karen Thomas / Eva Yutani

    Thomas PR

    (631) 549-7575

    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com eyutani@thomaspr.com 

    Website: http://www.thomas-pr.com 

     

    Thomas PR Photos:

    Stevie Awards American Business Awards Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/thomaspr/thomasprstevieawards.html

    Karen Thomas, President, Thomas PR:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/thomaspublicrelations.html   

    Thomas PR Logos:

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    Thomas PR is a registered trademark of Thomas Public Relations, Inc.

    All product names, logos, and brands mentioned herein are property of their respective owners.


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    Udoq - The First World-wide Patented Docking Station for any Apple or Android Deviceudoq400 - hand 2 udoq700

                                                 udoq400                                                            udoq700

    UDOQ FIRST PATENTED MULTI-DEVICE DOCKING/CHARGING STATION
    FOR ALL MOBILE DEVICES NOW SHIPPING
     
    Elegant Gift for Father’s Day & Graduations – Priced $100-$200
     
    udoq Organizes the Chaos of Multiple Devices & Cables
    Innovative Patented Process Allows Users to Move & Slide Multiple Devices
    100% Customizable for All Apple, Android, & More, with Cables for:
    Lightning, Micro USB, USB-C, & 30-Pin, with Adapter for Apple Watch
     
    Adjusts to Any Height for Charging, Viewing, & Operating Devices
    How it works: http://www.thomas-pr.com/udoq/udoqanimation.html 
    Video: https://youtu.be/sqql7krySo4

     

    udoq - lifestyle office

    udoq250

    March 20, 2018, Munich, Germany – udoq www.udoq.com announced today that it is now shipping udoq, the first worldwide patented universal docking station for all mobile devices of every brand and generation. Just in time for Father’s Day and graduations, udoq is a one-size-fits-all station for charging and docking all Android, Apple, and other smartphones, tablets, music players, smartwatches, eReaders, and other devices. Created by the minimalist designers of Porsche and other brands according to German engineering standards, udoq is made of elegant sturdy high-grade aluminum built to last. It features an innovative patented process which allows users to quickly and neatly move and slide back and forth all the charging cables from multiple devices in one station without the mess and disorganization of tangled cables and lost devices (see the process at: http://www.thomas-pr.com/udoq/udoqanimation.html).

    Connector Cables Slide Back & Forth in Any Order – Mix & Match Devices 

    udoq includes cables from Apple, Android, or other devices as chosen by the user, such as Lightning, Micro USB, USB-C, and 30-Pin, with an adapter for the Apple Watch. The cables snake through the back of udoq’s aluminum bar, snapping onto the patented udoq connectors which slide along the track on the bottom and can be moved into any position for optimal viewing, operating, and charging.

    udoq is fully customizable to any  range of mobile devices, allowing users to mix and match Android, Apple, or other devices with a quick cable swap. All connectors can be adjusted in height to fit thick bumpers and cases. Simply open the udoq adapter to adjust your cable to the required height with the included small tool, or custom configure the dock ahead of time when ordering at https://udoq.com/configurator/ from a drop down list of devices. udoq keeps the cables tidy and hidden away, connected to its multi-port USB charger contained in the box behind the udoq which plugs into a wall outlet, or you can plug the cables directly to your computer. 

    All smartphones, tablets, eReaders, and music players, such as iPods, are propped vertically or horizontally (according to the location of the charger port) and stay fully accessible for use while docked and charging or syncing. The dock protects devices against slipping with a double layer of silicone strips, so you can safely store and use your devices without the fear of sliding or scratching their surfaces. All versions of udoqs can also be mounted to a wall with the rock-solid udoq wall mount set, which contains machined aluminium brackets. 

    Four Different Versions Available from 10 inches to Almost 2 ½ Feet: 

    udoq is available in four different model lengths: 250mm, 400mm, 550mm, and 700mm. The smallest size (udoq250) is around 10 inches and perfectly fits four smartphones or one iPad and one iPhone. The largest model (udoq700) at almost 2½ feet can accommodate a tablet and six smartphones -- and still have room for an iPod.  

    udoq Models:

    ·        udoq250 - at about 10 inches (250mm) - fits up to 4 devices.

    ·        udoq400 - at about 15½ inches (400mm) - fits up to 6 devices.

    ·        udoq550 - at about 21½” (550mm) - fits up to 8 devices.

    ·        udoq700 - at about 27 ½” (700mm) - fits up to 12 devices.

     udoq250udoq700

    Smallest: udoq250                                       Largest: udoq700

    udoq connector udoq CboxS

    Udoq Connector Adapter         CboxS Box Hides Cables

     

    udoq Features:

    Elegant high-grade aluminum docking station, built for years of use.

    Available in four different lengths.

    Includes user-selectable cables for Lightning, Micro USB, USB-C, and 30-Pin.

    Includes udoq’s patented slideable connectors.

    Apple MFi certified.

    Devices can be moved back and forth by sliding sideways.

    Adjustable in height (up to 8mm) to fit protector cases or bumpers.

    Includes tool for attaching cables to udoq connectors.

    Includes silicone strips for extra protection from slippage.

    Manual.

    Optional Wall Mount is available to attach any udoq to the wall.

    Udoq’s CboxS box neatly stores and hides all cables.

     

    udoq was created from Founder Marcus Kuchler’s desire to organize the chaos resulting from  multiple devices, cables, and chargers. “I’m the father of two active kids, and of course they love their smartphones and iPads,” said Kuchler. “After struggling with our various charging and syncing routines and the chaos of it for several years, I got sick and tired of the daily search for cables, chargers, and phones. Bringing all my expertise of 25 years working as a product designer with my company, marwin, for brands like Adidas, Porsche, Rimowa, Cherry and Leica – and my 12 years of ‘internship’ as a husband and father - I invented udoq.” 

    Pricing & Availability
     

    Priced from $100-$200, udoq is available immediately from https://udoq.com/shop-2/, completely customizable at: https://udoq.com/configurator/. For more information, see www.udoq.com.    

    About Udoq 

    udoq was developed, patented, and designed by Founder Marcus Kuchler. Since 1990, Kuchler’s Munich, Germany-based product design company, marwin PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, has been inventing, developing, and designing products for major brands all over the world, including Adidas, Porsche, Rimowa, Cherry, and Leica. Developed and designed according to “German engineering” standards, designer Marcus Kuchler and his 10-member team of engineers and designers worked on the development and manufacture of the udoq in Munich for three years. The minimalist design and patented technology will make udoq one of the most desired innovations in the world. For more information, see the website, http://www.udoq.com

    Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/udoq.de/  
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/udoq_docking 

    Video:
    Video: https://youtu.be/sqql7krySo4 
    Animation: http://www.thomas-pr.com/udoq/udoqanimation.html
     
    Photos:
    udoq700: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoq700.html
    udoq400 – using: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoq400.html
    udoq400 – hand: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoq400-2.html 
    udoq400 - lifestyle desk: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoq400lifestyle.html
    udoq250: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoq250.html
    udoq250 - lifestyle work: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoq250lifestyle.html 
    udoq connector: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqconnector.html 
    udoq CboxS: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqcboxs.html 
    udoq - sliding in: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqslidingin.html 
    udoq - lifestyle office: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqoffice.html 
    udoq Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/udoqlogo.html
     
    Price List: http://www.thomas-pr.com/udoq/udoqpricelist.pdf

    udoq400 - lifestyle deskudoq - sliding in

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    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
    kthomas@thomaspr.com   / eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    (631) 549-7575 www.thomas-pr.com  www.thomaspr.com
     


    ABA LogoStevie Awards – American Business Awards - Karen Thomas, President, Thomas PR is Judge for Stevie Awards - American Business Awards 2018


    KARENNET PARTY LIST THE OFFICIAL KARENNET SXSW PARTY LIST MARCH 11-20, 2016 – AUSTIN, TX

    THE OFFICIAL KARENNET SXSW PARTY LIST V. 2.5 MARCH 9-17, 2018 – AUSTIN, TX at http://www.thomas-pr.com/01/sxsw2018.html


    MVentures Logo CLEARink Displays - the leader in next generation ePaper

     

    M VENTURES INVESTS IN CLEARINK DISPLAYS

     C Round Oversubscribed

    March 6, 2018, Fremont, California,  – M Ventures www.m-ventures.com, the strategic corporate venture capital fund of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and CLEARink Displays  http://www.clearinkdisplays.com, the leader in next generation ePaper, announced today that M Ventures has made an investment in CLEARink’s C Round. 

    CLEARink started its C Round of investment mid 2017 with a lead investment and co-investments by China based strategic investors involved in the electronic display industry. Following this, additional investments were received from strategic investors in the U.S. and Taiwan. This latest investment from M Ventures marks the end of the C Round. The C Round, which was oversubscribed, paves the way for the company to focus on bringing its first products to market. 

    CLEARink has developed ePaper 2.0, the world’s first reflective display that will be color and video/internet capable. The company targets the education and wearable markets, where traditional display technologies aren’t a fit. The company has been seeing great traction in the education market, as concerns are growing about the lack of outdoor readability with traditional displays, forcing children to be educated in daylight deprived classrooms, and the detrimental impact of long-term exposure to backlights. 

    CLEARink closed its 1st round in 2012 and a 2nd round in 2015. This 3rd round of financing was specifically targeted at strategic investors. The proceeds from this round are intended to take the company through the trial-manufacturing phase and to mass production. CLEARink is currently running manufacturing trials in Shenzhen, China. 

    “We are delighted that M Ventures has decided to join our group of distinguished investors. Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany had already been investing in our joint development since 2012 with a further development agreement signed in 2017[1], but the fact that they now took an equity stake in our company through their venture fund is a further endorsement of our success potential” said Frank Christiaens, CEO & Chairman, CLEARink Displays. 

    Owen Lozman, Vice President, M Ventures, added, “We have found both the CLEARink team and the technology to be exceptional. Now that the technology nears maturity and first end products are expected to come to market in 2019, we are excited to announce this investment as part of our growing Performance Materials portfolio and to ensure that we continue to contribute to the success of this disruptive display technology.” 

    About M Ventures 

    M Ventures is the strategic, corporate venture capital arm of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. Its mandate is to invest in innovative technologies and products with the potential to significantly impact Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany’s core business areas. M Ventures invests globally in transformational ideas driven by great entrepreneurs. The company takes an active role in its portfolio companies and teams up with entrepreneurs and co-investors to translate innovation towards commercial success. For more information, visit www.m-ventures.com.

    About CLEARink Displays, Inc.  

    CLEARink is a leader in reflective display technology for eSchoolbooks, Wearables, IoT, electronic shelf labels (ESLs), outdoor signage, and automotive applications. CLEARink’s patent protected TIR technology is a superior alternative to existing reflective displays, providing unparalleled video and color representation, using a fraction of the energy consumed by LCD, with a highly competitive cost structure. Founded in 2012, the company has raised over US$20 million in financing from strategic investors in the display industry and is headquartered in Fremont, California. For more information, visit http://www.clearinkdisplays.com.  

    About Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany 

    Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, is a leading science and technology company in healthcare, life science and performance materials. Around 50,000 employees work to further develop technologies that improve and enhance life – from biopharmaceutical therapies to treat cancer or multiple sclerosis, cutting-edge systems for scientific research and production, to liquid crystals for smartphones and LCD televisions. In 2016, Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, generated sales of € 15.0 billion in 66 countries. 

    Founded in 1668, Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, is the world’s oldest pharmaceutical and chemical company. The founding family remains the majority owner of the publicly listed corporate group. Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, holds the global rights to the “Merck” name and brand. The only exceptions are the United States and Canada, where the company operates as EMD Serono, MilliporeSigma and EMD Performance Materials. For more info, visit https://www.merckgroup.com.

    Photos:
    CLEARink Displays Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/clearinklogo.html
    M Ventures Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/clearinkmventureslogo.html
     
    Agency Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575 kthomas@thomaspr.com  / eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    http://www.thomas-pr.com

    Company Contact:
    Flora Yang
    CLEARink Displays, Inc.
    flora@clearinkdisplays.com 
     

    KAREN THOMAS, THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS, INC. SELECTED AS JUDGE FOR EDISON AWARDS 2018
    Karen Thomas, Thomas Public Relations, Selected as Judge for Edison Awards™ 2018

     

    CLEARink Displays - the leader in next generation ePaperCLEARink Displays Logo - the leader in next generation ePaper

    Udoq - The First World-wide Patented Docking Station for any Apple or Android DeviceUdoq - The First World-wide Patented Docking Station for any Apple or Android Device
     
    WATCH Udoq - Universal Docking Station Animation at http://www.thomas-pr.com/udoq/udoqanimation.html


     
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    Fox-TV Denver - 5 Days of Tech Gifts with OWC USB-C Dock by Kirk Yuhnke
     
    "If you know someone who uses a laptop but spends a lot of time sitting at their desk on their laptop, this is a USB-C dock. So what they do is they plug their laptop into this, and then they get access to all those ports that they don’t necessarily have easy access to on their laptop.” – Kirk Yuhnke, Fox-TV Denver
     

     

    BeBop Logo       BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove on Hand Photo 

    BEBOP SENSORS AT CES
    BOOTH #52868 SANDS
    Eureka Park, Hall G, Level 1 
     

    BEBOP SENSORS INTRODUCES VR GLOVE AT CES 2018
     
    For AR/VR Applications, Environments, & Gaming
     

    Berkeley, CA, December 14, 2017 — BeBop Sensors, Inc. www.bebopsensors.com, the leader in smart fabric sensor technology, announced today that they will be exhibiting at CES 2018, Booth #52868 at the Sands, Eureka Park. BeBop Sensors will introduce at CES the Forte Wireless Data Glove, the first fully featured affordable data glove to incorporate haptics, and super accurate rapid sensing for gaming and AR/VR environments for a more realistic VR experience.  

    Also Showing Foot Mat & Trackpad for Medical & Consumer Electronics Applications 

    The Forte Data Glove is the first hand tracking system to accurately and rapidly track fingers and fingertips with the best haptics. Before the Forte Wireless Data Glove, there was nothing practical that could accurately sense finger movements and quickly send tactile feedback to the fingertips. BeBop will also demo other new products at CES, including a foot mat and a trackpad designed for medical and consumer electronics applications. CES 2018 will be held January 9-12, 2018 in Las Vegas. 

    BEBOP SENSORS AT CES 2018:
    BOOTH #52868 SANDS, Eureka Park, Hall G, Level 1
    NEWS: Forte Virtual Reality Data Glove for VR/AR Environments & Gaming
    BOOTH MAP:
    https://ces18.mapyourshow.com/7_0/floorplan/?hallID=M&selectedBooth=booth~52868 
    WEBSITE:
    http://www.bebopsensors.com
    RELEASE:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopsensorsfortedatagloverelease .html
    VIDEO:
    https://youtu.be/UBakV63xi64
     
    CONTACT TO SCHEDULE CES MEETINGS:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR (631) 549-7575 Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com
     

     

    Forte Data Glove Features:

    ·        First affordable high performance, ultra-comfortable wireless data glove.

    ·        Sensor speeds at 500Hz.

    ·        Data rates at 150 frames per second, eliminating lag for near instantaneous response times, perfect for the most demanding gaming applications.

    ·        10 smart fabric bend sensors are located above each knuckle with bend accuracy and repeatability at +/- 1.5 degrees.

    ·        9 degree IMU (Inertial Measurement Units) provides extremely low drift and reliable pre-blended accelerometer and gyro sensor data.

    ·        6 actuators are located on 4 fingertips, the thumb, and palm.

    ·        Up to 64 unique haptic sound files can be resident on the glove with new files rapidly uploaded over Bluetooth or Micro USB. 

    ·        Micro USB connector charges the internal lithium battery in 2 hours for a 15 hours battery life. 

     

    For more information on the Forte Wireless Data Glove, BeBop Sensors’ technology, and BeBop Sensors’ funding, contact BeBop Sensors at contact@bebopsensors.com, website: http://www.bebopsensors.com

    About BeBop Sensors 

    BeBop uses smart fabrics to create elegant sensor solutions for OEMs. Where things or people interact, BeBop Sensors comprehends force, location, size, weight, bend, twist and presence across any size, resolution and geometry. BeBop technology is robust and proven with over two million sensors in daily use. Based in Berkeley, California, BeBop Sensors makes things knowable for product designers and visionaries. For more information and demonstrations, see the BeBop Sensors website www.bebopsensors.com. 

    Photos BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove:
    On Hand: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsfortegloveonhand.html
    Glove: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsforteglove.html
    Back Hand: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsforteglovebackhand.html
    Back: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsfortegloveback.html
    BeBop Sensors Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/beboplogo.html 
     

    Video: https://youtu.be/UBakV63xi64  

    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR (631) 549-7575 Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    Website: http://www.thomas-pr.com  http://www.thomaspr.com 
     


    THOMAS PR HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2017

     

    THOMAS PR HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2017:

     

    OWC: Docks http://www.owcdigital.com

    OWC USB-C Travel Dock - Silver 300 dpiOWC USB-C Travel Dock lets you connect its integrated USB-C cable to a Mac or PC laptop or other computer to utilize its five ports of mobile connectivity from a dock small enough to fit in a pocket.

    Price $49.99
    Info: https://www.owcdigital.com/products/usb-c-travel-dock
    Release: http://www.thomas-pr.com/owc/owcusbctraveldockrelease.html
    Photo:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owcusbctraveldocksilver.html
    Buy at:   https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/owc-usb-c-travel-dock?_ga=2.34709029.569528409.1505759290-892637561.1483981777  
     

    Thunderbolt 3 Dock PhotoOWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock: with an amazing 13 ports, the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock brings exceptional connectivity to Thunderbolt 3 laptops and computers through a single Thunderbolt 3 cable, delivering unprecedented power and speed to laptops and other devices.

    Price: $299
    Info: https://www.owcdigital.com/products/thunderbolt-3-dock
    Release: http://www.thomas-pr.com/newertech/owcnab2017bestofshowawardrelease.html
    Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechthunderboltdock.html 
    Buy at: https://eshop.macsales.com/preorder/owc-thunderbolt-3-dock/ 
     

    OWC USB-C DockOWC USB-C Dock: full-featured connectivity companion lets you reconnect 10 ports of devices to your USB-C equipped computer, especially important with laptops with limited ports.

    Price: $148.75
    Info: https://www.owcdigital.com/products/usb-c-dock/ 
    Release: https://www.owcdigital.com/company/press-releases/owc-usb-c-dock-to-ship
    Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owcusbcdock.html 
    Buy at: https://eshop.macsales.com/search/usb-c dock 
     

    OWC Drive Dock with drivesOWC Drive Dock: ultimate, high-performance bare drive access tool. For creative workflows, backup, or other tasks requiring constant access to multiple drives, Drive Dock delivers a compact, easy solution with the performance of Thunderbolt 2 technology.

    Price: $69.75
    Info: https://www.owcdigital.com/products/drive-dock-usb
    Release: https://www.owcdigital.com/company/press-releases/drive-dock-usb
    Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owcdrivedock.html 
    Buy at: https://eshop.macsales.com/search/drive dock   

    OWC: Disk Failure Protection Utilities:

    SoftRAID Lifestyle Photo

    SoftRAID: Protect files against disk failure while you work! SoftRAID’s software RAID system alerts you if a disk is failing, so you’ll have time to replace the disk, save your precious files, and carry right on working. SoftRAID also features SoftRAID Certify to check new drives before use, plus SoftRAID Easy Setup, making RAID creation super easy. SoftRAID provides peace of mind combined with fast data access in RAID levels 1, 4, 5 & 1+0.  Lightning fast access speeds (but no data protection) available with RAID 0. SoftRAID is ideal for everyone who needs to safely store and access large amounts of data and who can’t afford to lose either data or time if a disk goes bad: including photographers, videographers, editors, audio producers, database and media managers, advertisers, archivers, and more.

    Price: $49-$179
    Release: http://www.thomas-pr.com/softraid/softraidrelease.html
    Photo:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/softraidlifestyle.html               
    Buy at: https://softraid.com/store/ 
    Website: http://www.softraid.com 
     

    SMART Alec Screen Shot - Drive Predicted to Fail

    SMART Alec: Essential Mac utility constantly monitors and checks drives for imminent failure. SMART Alec warns in advance if your drives are failing or about to fail, so you’ll have plenty of time to back up and replace a bad drive. Currently in Beta trial, open to all at: https://www.smartalec.biz/support/beta_test_form.html 

    Price: Free
    Press Release: http://www.thomas-pr.com/smartalec/owcsmartalecrelease.html 
    Sign up for Beta Trial: https://www.smartalec.biz/support/beta_test_form.html 
    Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/smartalecscreenfail.html 
    Buy at: https://www.smartalec.biz/ 
     

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    NEWERTECH: Mac/Smartphone/Tablet Accessories www.newertech.com 

    NewerTech NuGuard KX Case for iPhone XNewerTech NuGuard KXs Case for iPhone X, 8, 7, 6 & 6s, Screen Protector for iPhone/iPad:

    NuGuard KX case for iPhone 8 and 8 Plus: the KX case uses state­of­the­art military-grade X­Orbing Gel Technology to absorb and evenly distribute kinetic energy. This revolutionary technology is engineered into a one-piece design that features a hard outer shell integrated with a soft interior core, providing protection and style at a price you’d pay for a regular case. Incredibly thin at ½”, it protects your iPhone 8, 8 Plus and other iPhones against accidental drops, impacts, and scratches, while still easily fitting in your pocket.

    Price:
    iPhone X: $59.99 MSRP ($39.75 at most outlets)
    iPhone 8: $49.99 MSRP ($29.75 at most outlets)
    iPhone 8 Plus: $59.99 MSRP ($34.75 at most outlets)
    iPhone 7: $49.99 ($29.99 at most outlets).
    iPhone 7 Plus $59.99 ($34.99 at most outlets).

    Releases: http://www.thomas-pr.com/newertech/owcnewertechiphonexcases2017release.html
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/newertech/newertechiphone8cases2017release.html
    Photos: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechnuguardkxcaseiphonex.html
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechnuguardkxcasefront.html 
    Buy at: http://www.newertech.com/ipad-iphone-ipod/iphone.php 

    NewerTech NuGuard KXs Screen Armor for iPhone 6-6sNuGuard Screen Armor: provides incredible scratch, shatter, and impact protection for iPhones and iPads with great functionality that doesn’t impede the display, at a price you’d pay for just a basic screen cover -- for iPhone 7, 4, 5, 6, 6 Plus, SE, iPads and Galaxy S4.

    Price: $1.99 - $33.99
    Info: http://www.newertech.com/kxs/
    Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechkxscreen.html 
    Buy at: http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/protective-cases-covers/NuGuard-KXs
     

    NewerTech NuGuard Snap-On Laptop Covers - flagNewerTech NuGuard Snap-On Laptop Covers: protect your MacBook in style. The custom fit, two-piece hard shell covers with soft-touch exterior and vivid finish protects your laptop from damage, is easy to install and remove, and features rubberized feet to keep it stable and vent slots to help prevent overheating. The NuGuard Snap-On Laptop Covers are available in 11 vibrant colors and designs, including blue, purple, pink, black, white, mint green, light blue, yellow, orange, American flag design and more.

    Price: $11.74 - $16.99
    Info: http://www.newertech.com/products/nuguard_snapon.php
    Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechlaptopcoversflag.html 
    Buy at: http://eshop.macsales.com/search/nuguard+snap-on 

    NewerTech NuGuard Keyboard CoverNewerTech NuGuard Keyboard Cover: provides protection and style to your laptop without compromising functionality. The NuGuard Keyboard Cover has a smooth surface feel for easy typing while protecting your laptop’s delicate keyboard from wear and tear, food, and dust. The keyboard cover is super easy to install, with the option to change out the color as you’d like. Easy to clean by quickly rinsing with water and drying, the NuGuard Keyboard Cover is available in 12 colors for all MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Retina laptops from 2011 to current.

    Price: from $9.49
    Info: http://www.newertech.com/products/nuguardkeyboardcovers.php 
    Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechnuguardcover.html
    Buy at: https://eshop.macsales.com/item/NewerTech/NUGKBMBR/ 
     

    NewerTech SnugletNewerTech Snuglet: if you own a MacBook Air or MacBook Pro with Retina Display, you might have noticed your power cord disconnecting frequently when you don’t want it to -- before you know it, your battery is dead. The NewerTech Snuglet is the solution:  a unique precision manufactured ring designed to sit inside your MagSafe 2 connector, providing a more snug fit to prevent your power cord from unintentional disconnections.

    Price:  $18.99
    Info:  https://eshop.macsales.com/item/NewerTech/SNUGLET/ 
    Photo:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechsnuglet.html  
    Buy at:  https://eshop.macsales.com/item/NewerTech/SNUGLET/ 
     

    Next Generation NewerTech Power2U Dual USB Wall OutletNewerTech Next Generation Power2U AC/USB in-wall charger: the patented AC/USB dual-socket in-wall charging solution eliminates clutter to charge up to 4 devices at once with 2 integrated USB ports and 2 additional AC plugs for simultaneous powering.

    Price: $15.99-$29.95
    Release: http://www.thomas-pr.com/newertech/newertechpower2urelease.html 
    Photos: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechpower2u.html 
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechpower2u.html 
    Buy at: http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/accessories/power_adapters/USB/in_wall_outlets 
     

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    BEBOP SENSORS: BopPad Smart Drum Pad: www.bebopsensors.com  & www.keithmcmillen.com 

    BopPad - drum stick

    BeBop Sensors, the leader in smart fabric sensor technology, created the world’s most responsive smart drum pad: BopPad, in collaboration with Keith McMillen Instruments (KMI) musical instrument company. BopPad smart drum pad employs the world’s largest smart fabric sensor to create a uniquely expressive and accurate electronic drum pad for drummers, percussionists, and producers.

    Price: $199
    Release: http://www.thomas-pr.com/bebop/bebopkmiboppadsmartfabricrelease.html 
    Photo:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsboppadsticks.html 
    Buy at: https://www.keithmcmillen.com/products/boppad/ 
     

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    KIDZ GEAR: Headphones for Kids http://www.gearforkidz.com

    Kidz Gear Deluxe Stereo Headset Headphones with Boom MicrophoneKidz Gear Deluxe Stereo Headset Headphones with Boom Microphone: winner of numerous awards, including USA Today’s 10Best Reader’s Choice Travel Award, the Kidz Gear wired Headphones with Boom Mic makes a great gift for children for gaming, music, and educational use. The flexible boom microphone is lightweight and clearly picks up omnidirectional sound, features proprietary KidzControl™ Volume Limit Technology to ensure child-safe listeningavailable in gray, pink, or blue.

     

    Price: $19.99
    Release: http://www.thomas-pr.com/kidzgear/kidzgearheadphoneboommicrelease.html
    Photo:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgeardeluxeheadphones.html 
    Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgearlogo.html
    Buy at: http://www.gearforkidz.com/boom4.html 
    Models: http://www.thomas-pr.com/kidzgear/KidzGearHeadphoneModels4-17.pdf 
      

    Kidz Gear Bluetooth Headphones - Box PinkKidz Gear Bluetooth Stereo Headphones for Kids: designed specifically for children with no tangled wires, the wireless Bluetooth Headphones provide easy Bluetooth 4.0 set-up with KidzSync™ Auto-Syncing Technology and a high-quality audio experience for children. Available in blue and pink, the headphones also include a patented removable omnidirectional Boom Microphone.

    Price: $29.99
    Release: http://www.thomas-pr.com/kidzgear/kidzgearbluetoothheadphonerelease.html
    Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgearbluetoothheadphonespinkbox.html
    Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgearlogo.html
    Buy at: http://www.gearforkidz.com/wireless4.html 
    Models: http://www.thomas-pr.com/kidzgear/KidzGearHeadphoneModels4-17.pdf 
     

    Kidz Gear Wired Headphones - 300 dpi white background colors

    Kidz Gear KidzControl™ Volume Limit Headphones: available in seven colors -- White, Pink, Orange, Blue, Green, Purple, and Gray, to match a child’s personal color preference and style, the headphones are compatible with all audio devices that use a 3.5mm (1/8”) audio jack.  Kidz Gear wired headphones feature the proprietary KidzControl Volume Limit Technology, which limits the volume to approximately 80% of the maximum volume output capable from audio devices in the market today. 

    Price: $19.99
    Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgearwiredheadphonescolors.html 
    Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgearlogo.html
    Buy at: http://www.gearforkidz.com/wired4.html 
    Models: http://www.thomas-pr.com/kidzgear/KidzGearHeadphoneModels4-17.pdf 


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    THE GREAT KAT: BEETHOVEN’S “5th SYMPHONY” #1 on AMAZON’S METAL VIDEO CHARTS - Music Video by THE GREAT KAT World's Fastest Guitar/Violin Shredder: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0759Z7R25  #1 at http://amzn.to/2xNP0hw

    THE GREAT KAT: BEETHOVEN’S “5th SYMPHONY” #1 on AMAZON’S METAL VIDEO CHARTS - Music Video by THE GREAT KAT: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0759Z7R25  #1 at http://amzn.to/2xNP0hw

    The Great Kat shreds Beethoven’s 5th Symphony on both guitar and violin with the world’s most famous 4 notes by history’s first metalhead - Beethoven! The Great Kat is the “Top 10 Fastest Shredders of All Time,” world’s fastest guitar/violin shredder & Juilliard grad violin goddess shredding Beethoven into the future.

    Price: Free on Amazon Prime and Apple Music. Amazon: $2.99-$9.99 and iTunes: $1.49
    Info: http://www.greatkat.com 
    Photo:  http://www.greatkat.com/08/dvd/beethovens5thsymphonyscreen5-1200x1600.jpg
    Buy at: Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0759Z7R25 
    iTunes Videos: https://itunes.apple.com/us/music-video/beethovens-5th-symphony/id368743633 

    NEW in Dec. 2017: Great Kat DVD featuring ShredClassical masterpieces from Beethoven, Vivaldi, Sarasate, Rossini, Liszt, Sarasate, Bach. Terror, Bazzini,  Chef Great Kat, Paganini & more.

     

    FOR PRESS REVIEW COPIES OR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
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    (631) 549-7575

     

     

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    Kidz Gear Wired Headphones - 300 dpi white background colorsKIDZ GEAR: Headphones for Kids www.gearforkidz.com:

     At Kidz Gear Headphones website at http://www.gearforkidz.com:

    ·         WHITE wired headphones will be on sale on Black Friday for $9.99 (normally $19.99) while supplies last (includes FREE SHIPPING and CARRY BAG) at: http://www.gearforkidz.com/wired4.html 

    At AMAZON.COM:

    Photo:
    Kidz Gear Wired Headphones - 300 dpi white background colors http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgearwiredheadphonescolors.html
     

    FOR PRESS REVIEW COPIES OR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
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    BeBop Logo       BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove on Hand PhotoBeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove PhotoBeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove on Back Hand PhotoBeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove - Back Photo

     BEBOP SENSORS ANNOUNCES FORTE DATA GLOVE
    FOR AR/VR APPLICATIONS, ENVIRONMENTS, & GAMING
     
    First Fully Featured, Ultra-Comfortable, High Performance, Affordable Data Glove for VR & AR --
    Incorporates 6 Unique Haptics, Wireless Technology, & Super Accurate Rapid Sensing
    Priced on Par with Handheld Motion Sensing Controllers
    Video at: https://youtu.be/UBakV63xi64
     

    Berkeley, CA, November 15, 2017 — BeBop Sensors, Inc. www.bebopsensors.com, the leader in smart fabric sensor technology, announced today the Forte Data Glove, the first fully featured affordable data glove to incorporate haptics, wireless technology, and super accurate rapid sensing for gaming and AR/VR environments. 

    Super Accurate Rapid Sensing with Data Rates at 150 Frames per Second & High Sensor Speeds of 500Hz 

    The BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove is an ultra-comfortable one-size-fits-all glove, conducive to lengthy Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality sessions due to its light weight and open airy design. Sensor data and haptic commands communicate through Micro USB or Bluetooth wireless to the host device, with Micro USB also charging the internal lithium battery. The glove provides Super Accurate Rapid Sensing with data rates at 150 frames per second, with lag eliminated, triggering approaches near instantaneous response times -- perfect for the most demanding shooter scenario games.  

    The Forte Data Glove is the first high performance data glove available at a price on par with handheld motion sensing controllers. The glove features 10 smart fabric bend sensors located above each knuckle with bend accuracy and repeatability +/- 1.5 degrees and high sensor speeds of 500Hz. A 9 degree IMU (inertial measurement unit) provides extremely low drift and reliable pre-blended accelerometer and gyro sensor data.  

    Created by BeBop Sensors’ Founder Keith McMillen, Forte Glove Provides Unique Custom Haptic Actuators Essential for an Immersive VR Experience 

    Haptic Feedback is a key component in an immersive VR experience. Created by BeBop Sensors’ Founder Keith McMillen, the Forte Glove can host up to 64 unique resident haptic sound files, with new files rapidly uploaded over Bluetooth or USB from the host. The glove’s custom haptic actuators are non-resonant with a 4+ octave frequency response of 100Hz to 2000Hz. 6 actuators are located on each of the 4 fingertips, thumb and palm, with the palm haptic convincingly conveying possession of an object. The haptic signals can be pitch shifted and volume adjusted in real-time to aid in the impression of reality. Signals can loop continuously or operate in a single play mode. The actuators respond to standard MIDI API based commands for ease of integration into games and environments for OEMs. 

    The internal battery lasts for 15 hours of continuous Bluetooth connectivity while driving haptics to 100% amplitude. The Forte Data Glove is designed to never leave you hanging. A full recharge is in 2 hours or you can continue to game using USB simultaneously while the battery is charging. 

    Forte Data Glove Features:

    ·        First affordable high performance, ultra-comfortable data glove.

    ·        Sensor speeds at 500Hz.

    ·        Data rates at 150 frames per second, eliminating lag for near instantaneous response times, perfect for the most demanding shooter scenarios.

    ·        10 smart fabric bend sensors are located above each knuckle with bend accuracy and repeatability at +/- 1.5 degrees.

    ·        9 degree IMU provides extremely low drift and reliable pre-blended accelerometer and gyro sensor data.

    ·        6 actuators are located on the 4 fingertips, thumb, and palm.

    ·        Up to 64 unique haptic sound files can be resident on the glove with new files rapidly uploaded over Bluetooth or Micro USB. 

    ·        Micro USB connector charges the internal lithium battery in 2 hours. 

    ·        15 hour battery life. 

    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove and development kit will be available to qualified OEMs in December 2017.

    For more information on the Forte Data Glove, BeBop Sensors’ technology, and BeBop Sensors’ funding, contact BeBop Sensors at contact@bebopsensors.com, website: http://www.bebopsensors.com.   

    About BeBop Sensors 

    BeBop uses smart fabrics to create elegant sensor solutions for OEMs. Where things or people interact, BeBop Sensors comprehends force, location, size, weight, bend, twist and presence across any size, resolution and geometry. BeBop technology is robust and proven with over two million sensors in daily use. Based in Berkeley, California, BeBop Sensors makes things knowable for product designers and visionaries. For more information and demonstrations, see the BeBop Sensors website www.bebopsensors.com.

     

    Visit BeBop Sensors at IDTechEX in Santa Clara November 15 & 16 at Booth # A25.

    Photos:
    BeBop Sensors Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/beboplogo.html   
    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove - Back Photo http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsfortegloveback.html
    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove on Back Hand Photo http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsforteglovebackhand.html
    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove on Hand Photo http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsfortegloveonhand.html
    BeBop Sensors Forte Data Glove Photo http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/bebopsensorsforteglove.html

    Video: https://youtu.be/UBakV63xi64

     
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    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
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    OWC is Leading Performance Upgrades & Accessories Company for Macs, PCs, iPhones, iPads, and iPods,OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock NAB 2017 Best of Show AwardNewerTech Logo  

    OWC/NEWERTECH HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2017:

     

    OWC: Docks http://www.owcdigital.com:

    OWC USB-C Travel Dock PhotoOWC USB-C Travel Dock lets you connect its integrated USB-C cable to a Mac or PC laptop or other computer to utilize its five ports of mobile connectivity from a dock small enough to fit in a pocket.

    Price $49.99
    Info:
    https://www.owcdigital.com/products/usb-c-travel-dock
    Release:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/owc/owcusbctraveldockrelease.html
    Photo: 
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owcusbctraveldocksilver.html
    Buy at:   
    https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/owc-usb-c-travel-dock?_ga=2.34709029.569528409.1505759290-892637561.1483981777 
     

    Thunderbolt 3 Dock PhotoOWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock: with an amazing 13 ports, the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock brings exceptional connectivity to Thunderbolt 3 laptops and computers through a single Thunderbolt 3 cable, delivering unprecedented power and speed to laptops and other devices.

    Price: $299
    Info:
    https://www.owcdigital.com/products/thunderbolt-3-dock
    Release:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/newertech/owcnab2017bestofshowawardrelease.html
    Photo:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechthunderboltdock.html 
    Buy at:
    https://eshop.macsales.com/preorder/owc-thunderbolt-3-dock/ 
     

    OWC USB-C DockOWC USB-C Dock: full-featured connectivity companion lets you reconnect 10 ports of devices to your USB-C equipped computer, especially important with laptops with limited ports.

    Price: $148.75
    Info:
    https://www.owcdigital.com/products/usb-c-dock/ 
    Release:
    https://www.owcdigital.com/company/press-releases/owc-usb-c-dock-to-ship
    Photo:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owcusbcdock.html 
    Buy at:
    https://eshop.macsales.com/search/usb-c dock
     

    OWC Drive Dock with drivesOWC Drive Dock: ultimate, high-performance bare drive access tool. For creative workflows, backup, or other tasks requiring constant access to multiple drives, Drive Dock delivers a compact, easy solution with the performance of Thunderbolt 2 technology.

    Price: $69.75
    Info:
    https://www.owcdigital.com/products/drive-dock-usb
    Release:
    https://www.owcdigital.com/company/press-releases/drive-dock-usb
    Photo:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owcdrivedock.html 
    Buy at:
    https://eshop.macsales.com/search/drive dock

     

    OWC: Disk Failure Protection Utilities:

    SoftRAID Lifestyle Photo

    SoftRAID: Protect files against disk failure while you work! SoftRAID’s software RAID system alerts you if a disk is failing, so you’ll have time to replace the disk, save your precious files, and carry right on working. SoftRAID also features SoftRAID Certify to check new drives before use, plus SoftRAID Easy Setup, making RAID creation super easy. SoftRAID provides peace of mind combined with fast data access in RAID levels 1, 4, 5 & 1+0.  Lightning fast access speeds (but no data protection) available with RAID 0. SoftRAID is ideal for everyone who needs to safely store and access large amounts of data and who can’t afford to lose either data or time if a disk goes bad: including photographers, videographers, editors, audio producers, database and media managers, advertisers, archivers, and more.

    Price: $49-$179
    Release:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/softraid/softraidrelease.html
    Photo: 
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/softraidlifestyle.html               
    Buy at:
    https://softraid.com/store/ 
    Website:
    http://www.softraid.com 
     

    SMART Alec Screen Shot - Drive Predicted to Fail

    SMART Alec: Essential Mac utility constantly monitors and checks drives for imminent failure. SMART Alec warns in advance if your drives are failing or about to fail, so you’ll have plenty of time to back up and replace a bad drive. Currently in Beta trial, open to all at: https://www.smartalec.biz/support/beta_test_form.html

    Price: Free
    Press Release:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/smartalec/owcsmartalecrelease.html 
    Sign up for Beta Trial:
    https://www.smartalec.biz/support/beta_test_form.html 
    Photo:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/smartalecscreenfail.html 
    Buy at:
    https://www.smartalec.biz/ 
     

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    NEWERTECH: Mac/Smartphone/Tablet Accessories www.newertech.com

     

    NewerTech NuGuard KXs Case for iPhone 7, 6 & 6s, Screen Protector for iPhone/iPadNewerTech NuGuard KXs Case for iPhone X, 8, 7, 6 & 6s, Screen Protector for iPhone/iPad:

    NuGuard KX case for iPhone 8 and 8 Plus: the KX case uses state­of­the­art military-grade X­Orbing Gel Technology to absorb and evenly distribute kinetic energy. This revolutionary technology is engineered into a one-piece design that features a hard outer shell integrated with a soft interior core, providing protection and style at a price you’d pay for a regular case. Incredibly thin at ½”, it protects your iPhone 8, 8 Plus and other iPhones against accidental drops, impacts, and scratches, while still easily fitting in your pocket.

    Price KX Case:
    iPhone X: $59.99 MSRP ($39.75 at most outlets)
    iPhone 8: $49.99 MSRP ($29.75 at most outlets)
    iPhone 8 Plus: $59.99 MSRP ($34.75 at most outlets)
    iPhone 7: $49.99 ($29.99 at most outlets).
    iPhone 7 Plus $59.99 ($34.99 at most outlets).

    Releases: http://www.thomas-pr.com/newertech/owcnewertechiphonexcases2017release.html
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/newertech/newertechiphone8cases2017release.html
    Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechnuguardkxcasefront.html 
    Buy at: http://www.newertech.com/ipad-iphone-ipod/iphone.php

    NewerTech NuGuard KXs Screen Armor for iPhone 6-6sNuGuard Screen Armor: provides incredible scratch, shatter, and impact protection for iPhones and iPads with great functionality that doesn’t impede the display, at a price you’d pay for just a basic screen cover -- for iPhone 7, 4, 5, 6, 6 Plus, SE, iPads and Galaxy S4.

    Price: $1.99 - $33.99
    Info: http://www.newertech.com/kxs/
    Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechkxscreen.html 
    Buy at: http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/protective-cases-covers/NuGuard-KXs
     

    NewerTech NuGuard Snap-On Laptop Covers - flagNewerTech NuGuard Snap-On Laptop Covers: protect your MacBook in style. The custom fit, two-piece hard shell covers with soft-touch exterior and vivid finish protects your laptop from damage, is easy to install and remove, and features rubberized feet to keep it stable and vent slots to help prevent overheating. The NuGuard Snap-On Laptop Covers are available in 11 vibrant colors and designs, including blue, purple, pink, black, white, mint green, light blue, yellow, orange, American flag design and more.

    Price: $11.74 - $16.99
    Info: http://www.newertech.com/products/nuguard_snapon.php
    Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechlaptopcoversflag.html 
    Buy at: http://eshop.macsales.com/search/nuguard+snap-on 

    NewerTech NuGuard Keyboard CoverNewerTech NuGuard Keyboard Cover: provides protection and style to your laptop without compromising functionality. The NuGuard Keyboard Cover has a smooth surface feel for easy typing while protecting your laptop’s delicate keyboard from wear and tear, food, and dust. The keyboard cover is super easy to install, with the option to change out the color as you’d like. Easy to clean by quickly rinsing with water and drying, the NuGuard Keyboard Cover is available in 12 colors for all MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Retina laptops from 2011 to current.

    Price: from $9.49
    Info:
    http://www.newertech.com/products/nuguardkeyboardcovers.php  
    Photo:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechnuguardcover.html
    Buy at:
    https://eshop.macsales.com/item/NewerTech/NUGKBMBR/ 
     

    NewerTech SnugletNewerTech Snuglet: if you own a MacBook Air or MacBook Pro with Retina Display, you might have noticed your power cord disconnecting frequently when you don’t want it to -- before you know it, your battery is dead. The NewerTech Snuglet is the solution:  a unique precision manufactured ring designed to sit inside your MagSafe 2 connector, providing a more snug fit to prevent your power cord from unintentional disconnections.

    Price:  $18.99
    Info: 
    https://eshop.macsales.com/item/NewerTech/SNUGLET/ 
    Photo: 
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechsnuglet.html 
    Buy at: 
    https://eshop.macsales.com/item/NewerTech/SNUGLET/  

    Next Generation NewerTech Power2U Dual USB Wall OutletNewerTech Next Generation Power2U AC/USB in-wall charger: the patented AC/USB dual-socket in-wall charging solution eliminates clutter to charge up to 4 devices at once with 2 integrated USB ports and 2 additional AC plugs for simultaneous powering.

    Price: $15.99-$29.95
    Release:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/newertech/newertechpower2urelease.html 
    Photo:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechpower2u.html
    Buy at:
    http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/accessories/power_adapters/USB/in_wall_outlets
     

    FOR PRESS REVIEW COPIES OR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
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    KIDZ GEAR EXPANDS HEADPHONES FOR KIDS PRODUCT LINE WITH NEW COLORS
     
    Now There’s a Headphone Color for Every Child:
    Pink, Orange, Blue, Green, and Purple - Value Priced at $19.99 for Kids
     
    Features KidzControl Volume Limit Technology for Safe Listening --
    Works with MP3 players, iPads, iPods, Game Consoles, & DVD and CD Players
     

    El Dorado Hills, CA -- Kidz Gear™ www.GearForKidz.com, the award-winning Grown-up Performance, Built for Kids! brand, announced today the new Kidz Gear line of KidzControl™ Volume Limit Headphones, now available in five colors.  Building on the success of the original Gray colored headphones, Kidz Gear has now expanded its product line to include five new colors:  Pink, Orange, Blue, Green and Purple, to match their personal color preference and styleCompatible with all audio devices that use a 3.5mm (1/8”) audio jack, the Kidz Gear Headphones work with MP3 players, iPads, iPods, game consoles, and even standard DVD and CD players. 

    KidzControl Volume Limit Technology for Safe Listening of up to 80% of Maximum Volume 

    All Kidz Gear headphones feature the proprietary KidzControl Volume Limit Technology.  The technology works by limiting” the volume to approximately 80% of the maximum volume output capable from audio devices in the market today.  KidzControl Volume Limit Technology delivers a safe volume limited listening experience for children of all ages. They are the perfect travel accessory for keeping children quiet and happy during long trips away from home.  Ergonomically designed with soft padded child-sized ear-cups and high-quality audio components, the new KidzControl™ Volume Limit Headphones in colors are value priced at only $19.99, available at: http://www.gearforkidz.com/wired4.html, InMotion Airport Stores, Amazon.com and other major retailers.   

    Kidz Gear is the Brand Adults Want and Kids Love

    Kidz Gear headphones are not “toys,” but adult products built for kids.  Manufactured with the same high-quality, high-performance consumer electronics components found in adult headphones, Kidz Gear headphones are designed to solve the never-ending battle between a child’s desire for his or her parent’s things and the parent’s fear of them destroying an expensive item.    

    About Kidz Gear 

    Incorporated in 2001, San Ramon, California Supply and Beyond, LLC is the exclusive manufacturer of the Kidz Gear brand of products and accessories.  The Kidz Gear brand was created by founder and mother Laurie Peterson with the purpose of developing a line of products and accessories with adult features, performance and quality but with ergonomic and economic sizes, styles and prices for children.  The Kidz Gear product line has received rave reviews and awards from various Mother’s Group Organizations and industry publications.  The company is continually focused on bringing more products to market that support the company’s mission – Grown-Up Performance, Built for Kids! 

    For more information visit www.GearForKidz.com, email: greatproducts@gearforkidz.com  or
    phone: (877) Kidz-Gear.

     

    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575
    kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com  www.thomas-pr.com  www.gearforkidz.com 

    Photos:
    Kidz Gear Headphone Models http://www.thomas-pr.com/kidzgear/KidzGearHeadphoneModels4-17.pdf
    KidzControl™ Volume Limit Headphones http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgearheadphonescolors.html  

     


    NewerTech LogoNewerTech NuGuard KX Case for iPhone X

     

     

    NEWERTECH OFFERS NUGUARD KX PROTECTIVE CASES FOR
    APPLE IPHONE X
     
    Protect Your iPhone X Investment with KX Cases –
    Ultimate X-treme Protective Cases Built to Survive Life with Lifetime Replacement Guarantee

     

    Woodstock, IL, November 7, 2017 – NewerTech, a leading provider of performance upgrades and accessories for Macs and other Apple products since 1984, announced today the availability of NewerTech NuGuard KX cases for the new iPhone X https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/nuguard-kx/iphone-x. iPhone owners manage their lives through their phones and the NuGuard KX case protects that life investment against accidental drops, impacts, and scratches, while still allowing it to fit easily in a pocket or bag.

    KX Case Protects iPhone X’s Unique Design

    The iPhone X contains remarkable features, including a display that follows the curves of the phone, rounded edges, and the Face ID locking feature. The KX case protects the iPhone X’s unique design with precision cutouts for complete access to all of the iPhone X ports and buttons and a unique comfortable crosshatch texture with a strong anti-slip grip for quick access from a pocket or bag. The KX case is built to survive life and includes a lifetime replacement guarantee.


    NuGuard KX Cases for iPhone X Features:

    • Revolutionary X-orbing gel technology evenly distributes kinetic energy.

    • Perfectly aligned to fit iPhone X design.

    • One piece design: hard outer shell with soft interior core makes installation easy.

    • Exceptional protection without being bulky.

    • Precision cutouts provide easy access to all ports and buttons.

    • Crosshatch texture design offers secure grip, yet easy pocket removal.

    • Lifetime replacement guarantee.

    Availability & Pricing

    The KX cases for iPhone X are available immediately at: Macsales.com https://eshop.macsales.com/item/NewerTech/KXIPH10BK/ and https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/nuguard-kx/iphone-x, B&H Photo Video, Adorama, PowerMax, and other authorized NewerTech resellers. Learn more.

    iPhone X Colors & Pricing:
    NWTKXIPH10BK – Black
    NWTKXIPH10CR – Crimson
    NWTKXIPH10MI – Midnight
    MSRP: $59.99 ($39.75 at most outlets)

    In addition to the KX Case for the iPhone X, KX Cases are also available for iPhone 8, 8 Plus, 7, 7 Plus, 6, 6S, 6 Plus, 6S Plus, SE, 5, 5S, 4 and 4S, as well as iPad mini and iPad Air. For more info, see: https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/nuguard-kx/iphone-x
     

    About NewerTech

    NewerTech, Inc. develops accessories and performance upgrades for Mac and PC computers, iPods, iPhones, and iPads, and is headquartered in Woodstock, Illinois. Dealer inquiries are welcome at (815) 308-7001 or by e-mailing sales@newertech.com

     

    Get social with us: NEWERTECH.COM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER

     

    Photos:
    NuGuard KX Case for iPhone X Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechnuguardkxcaseiphonex.html 
    NewerTech Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechlogo.html

    Videos - NuGuard Case Drop Test:
    Drop Test from Wind Turbine: https://youtu.be/ClfoY1utPSo
    Drop Test 20 Feet on Concrete: https://youtu.be/uR0KkudoBX8
    Drop Test from Stairs: https://youtu.be/3KNVcMItb_Y
     
    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575 Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    Website: http://www.thomas-pr.com  http://www.thomaspr.com 
     

     

     

     

    © 2017 Newer Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved. NewerTechnology, NewerTech, and the n boomerang logo are trademarks of New Concepts Development Corporation, registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Apple and iPhone are the trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Other marks may be the trademark or registered trademark property of their respective owners.


  • NewerTech Logo        NuGuard KX Case for iPhone 8 - front NuGuard KX Case for iPhone 8 - back

    NEWERTECH OFFERS NUGUARD KX PROTECTIVE CASES
    FOR APPLE IPHONE 8 & 8 PLUS
     
    KX Cases Provide State-of-the-Art Military X-Orbing Technology –
     Built to Survive Life with Lifetime-Replacement Guarantee

    Woodstock, IL, October 5, 2017 – NewerTech, a leading provider of performance upgrades and accessories for Macs and other Apple products since 1984, announced today the availability of NewerTech NuGuard KX cases for the new iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus. As with previous versions of these protective cases, the KX cases for iPhone 8 and 8 Plus use state-­of-­the-­art military-grade X-Orbing Gel Technology to absorb and evenly distribute kinetic energy. This protection is engineered into a one-piece design featuring a hard outer shell integrated with a soft interior core. iPhone owners manage their lives through their phones, and the NuGuard KX case protects that investment against accidental drops, impacts, and scratches, while still allowing it to fit easily in a pocket or bag.

    Innovative Light-weight Design, Incredible Impact Protection, & Lifetime Replacement Guarantee


    The strongest case for iPhone 8 and 8 Plus, the NuGuard KX case provides enhanced protection around the device’s screen without interfering with edge-to-edge touch accessibility. The cases’ precision cutouts offer access to all of the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus ports and buttons, allowing users to easily organize apps across multiple screens and type messages with full access to the keyboard. Light-weight and non-slip, the KX case features a unique crosshatch-texture for a comfortable hold and a strong grip, which still allows the phone to be quickly and easily removed from a pocket or bag. In addition, the strongest case also deserves the best warranty – the KX case ships with a lifetime-replacement guarantee.

    NuGuard KX Case Features:

    • Revolutionary X-Orbing Gel Technology absorbs and evenly distributes kinetic energy.

    • One piece design: hard outer shell integrated with soft interior core.

    • Exceptional protection without being bulky.

    • Fast and simple to install.

    • Complete access to all ports and buttons.

    • Crosshatch-texture design offers secure grip, yet easy pocket or bag removal.

    • Lifetime replacement guarantee.

     

    Availability & Pricing


    The KX cases for iPhone 8 and 8 Plus are available now at: http://www.newertech.com/ipad-iphone-ipod/iphone.php
    , MacSales.com, B&H Photo Video, Adorama, PowerMax.com, and other authorized NewerTech resellers. Learn more.

    KX Case for iPhone 8 - Colors & Pricing:
    ·       
    Black
    ·        Crimson (Red)
    ·        Midnight (Dark Blue)
    Price: $49.99 MSRP ($29.75 at most outlets)

    KX Case for iPhone 8 Plus – Colors & Pricing:
    ·      
      Black
    ·        Crimson (Red)
    ·        Midnight (Dark Blue)
    Price: $59.99 MSRP ($34.75 at most outlets) 
     

    About NewerTech

    NewerTech, Inc. develops accessories and performance upgrades for Mac and PC computers, iPods, iPhones, and iPads, and is headquartered in Woodstock, Illinois. Dealer inquiries are welcome at (815) 308-7001 or by e-mailing sales@newertech.comFor more information, see http://www.newertech.com 

    Get social with us: NEWERTECH.COM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER

    Photos:
    NuGuard KX Case for iPhone 8 Photos:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechnuguardkxcasefront.html 
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechnuguardkxcaseback.html 
    NewerTech Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechlogo.html 
     

    Videos - NuGuard Case  Drop Test:
    Drop Test from Wind Turbine: https://youtu.be/ClfoY1utPSo
    Drop Test 20 Feet on Concrete: https://youtu.be/uR0KkudoBX8
    Drop Test from Stairs: https://youtu.be/3KNVcMItb_Y 
     

    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
    (631) 549-7575 Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    Website: http://www.thomas-pr.com  http://www.thomaspr.com 
     

    © 2017 Newer Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved. NewerTechnology, NewerTech, and the n boomerang logo are trademarks of New Concepts Development Corporation, registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Apple, and MacBook are the trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Other marks may be the trademark or registered trademark property of their respective owners.

     


     

    SoftRAID Logo SoftRAID Lifestyle Photo

     

    OWC HOLDINGS LAUNCHES SoftRAID UPDATE V. 5.6.3 --
    NOW COMPATIBLE WITH macOS 10.13 HIGH SIERRA
     
    SoftRAID Software Keeps Precious Files Protected Against Disk Failure
    For Everyone who Needs to Safely Store & Quickly Access Large Amounts of Data 

     For Photographers, Videographers, Editors, Web Designers, Database/Media Managers, Advertisers, Archivers, & More

    Mill Valley, CA September 26, 2017 -- OWC Holdings, Inc., a division of OWC, a leading zero emissions Mac and PC technology company, announced today the launch of SoftRAID v. 5.6.3, an update and bug fix release, which makes SoftRAID compatible with macOS 10.13 High Sierra. SoftRAID http://www.softraid.com keeps precious files protected against disk failure -- ideal for everyone who needs to safely store and quickly access large amounts of data, including photographers, videographers, editors, audio producers, web designers, database and media managers, advertisers, archivers, and more. SoftRAID 5.6.3 features a highly optimized driver, which provides a software RAID solution that equals and can often exceed the performance and reliability of dedicated hardware RAID controllers. In addition, SoftRAID provides advanced disk testing, logging, disk health monitoring, and a unique disk failure prediction system for advanced warning of potential disk problems to protect users from catastrophic data loss.

     

    Easy Setup Automatically Guides Less Technical Users through Setup

     

    SoftRAID guides less technical users through the process of creating SoftRAID volumes, automating the process of configuring disks and making recommendations to help users setup their SoftRAID system. All users have to do is decide what the RAID volume will be used for and how much space to use (with hints from the application) -- SoftRAID Easy Setup does the rest.

     

    Key Changes/Bug Fixes in SoftRAID v. 5.6.3

           Now compatible with macOS High Sierra.

    o       SoftRAID 5.6.3’s certify, verify, and monitoring features work with APFS formatted disks (Note: SoftRAID 5.6.3 does not support creating, modifying or converting APFS volumes).

    o       Driver modifications ensure that disks do not hang as a result of changes in macOS High Sierra’s kernel features.

    o       Driver now uses fewer threads -- no more than 1 thread per disk for disk update operations, since macOS High Sierra limits the number of threads which can run at one time.

    o       Driver has been changed to handle disk errors better.  

           Fixes driver loading to ensure that the correct driver is installed the first time and that newly updated drivers are always loaded. In previous versions, it was possible for older cached versions of the driver to be loaded by mistake under certain circumstances.

           Driver no longer reports read errors on stripe (RAID 0) volumes as write errors.

           The command line interface of the SoftRAID Tool no longer returns an error every time the disk unmount command is used.  In previous versions, this command used to unmount all volumes, which use a given disk and would return an error even if it was successful.

           Also includes numerous bug fixes, details of which can be found in the release notes at: https://www.softraid.com/release-notes

     

    “At SoftRAID, we don’t believe that software should be shipped and then forgotten. We are constantly refining and improving our product, because we love what we do and want it to be the best it can possibly be!” said Tim Standing, VP of software Engineering, OWC Holdings Inc.

     

    SoftRAID Key Features:

           Supports all versions of Mac OS X from 10.6.8 through macOS High Sierra 10.13.

           Disk Error Reporting: SoftRAID monitors and logs all disk errors often ignored by macOS.

           Email Notifications: available with full version of SoftRAID only.

           Predictive Failure Analysis: provides advanced warning of imminent disk failure on all disks which support SMART, most USB 3, 3.1 and USB-C disks (enclosures) and also many USB 2.0, FireWire 400 and 800 disks.

           Certify Disk: guarantees disks reliably read and write data (destructive, ideal for new disks).

           Verify Disk: ensures entire disk can be read (non-destructive test for any-time use).

           Validate Volume: confirms that entire volume is readable and all parity data is correct.

           Supports all Intel based Macs with Core Duo 2 processors or later.

           Supports Thunderbolt 1, 2 & 3, eSATA, SAS, FireWire and USB 2.0, 3.0, 3.1 and USB-C.

           Converts AppleRAID stripe (RAID 0) and mirror (RAID 1) volumes to SoftRAID.

           Supports RAID 0, 1, 4, 5 and 1+0 (and non-RAID volumes) - (RAID 4, 5 and 1+0 volumes not available with SoftRAID Lite).

           Supports TRIM for SSDs on all SoftRAID RAID levels.

           All SoftRAID volumes can be startup volumes.

           Supports volumes up to 4 petabytes (4,000 TB).

           Supports up to 16 disks per volume and up to 32 volumes per Mac.

           Automatic rebuilding of out-of-sync RAID volumes.

           Fast rebuilds for accelerated rebuild times.

           I/O and error counters for every SoftRAID disk and volume.

           Extended disk information including: hours of use, reallocated sector counts and media wear for SSDs.

           Disk labeling and LED blinking to aid in disk identification.

           Extensive logging of SoftRAID events.

           Command line interface with dedicated man page (not available with SoftRAID Lite).

           Built-in recovery tools for recovering severely damaged partition maps.

     

    SoftRAID supports mac OS from 10.6.8 to 10.13 High Sierra 

    SoftRAID version 5.6.3 is compatible with all versions of Mac OS X from 10.6.8 through the latest release of macOS 10.13 High Sierra. SoftRAID works hard to ensure that their software is ready for every new mac OS release.

     

    Invaluable Features at a Great Price & Free Trial -- Great Customer Support

     

    SoftRAID version 5.6.3 is available as a fully functional free trial version at SoftRAID.com/freetrial, allowing prospective customers to download and try all the features of SoftRAID for 30 days for free. Priced at just $179, the full version of SoftRAID supports 5 RAID levels (0, 1, 4, 5 & 1+0), plus email notifications of potential disk failure, and command line support, available at http://www.SoftRAID.com/store. SoftRAID includes one year of free technical support via email. For $49, users can purchase SoftRAID Lite and create RAID 0 and RAID 1 volumes, or convert their AppleRAID volumes to SoftRAID. SoftRAID Lite includes support via online forum. SoftRAID and SoftRAID Lite are available for download at http://www.SoftRAID.com/store, through an Apple Certified Consultant, or retail outlets worldwide. Both versions use exactly the same great driver, provide the same disk testing and health monitoring, and are localized for French, German, Spanish, Japanese and Chinese languages.  

    SoftRAID provides one of the best tech support services in the industry, available at nights and on weekends, ready to get to the bottom of each and every customer problem. See customer comments about SoftRAID at: https://softraid.com/pages/comment/customers_comments.html. SoftRAID 5.6.3 requires an Intel based running Mac OS X 10.6.8 or later. Support for TRIM commands on SSDs requires Mac OS X 10.7.5 or later. For more information about SoftRAID version 5.6.3, please contact SoftRAID at sales@softraid.com.

     

    About SoftRAID & OWC Holdings, Inc. 

    Headquartered in Mill Valley, California, the SoftRAID team has provided high quality storage solutions for Mac OS for over 18 years. The company’s founders have worked with disk drives on Mac OS since the Mac Plus shipped in 1986. SoftRAID has earned its reputation as a rock solid product with great technical support, shipping for Mac OS X since 2003. SoftRAID was the first to market with many key features, including fast mirror rebuilds, full email notification, bootable RAID volumes, disk certification, RAID volume validation, TRIM support on all RAID Levels, disk failure prediction, and more.

     

    In 2014, SoftRAID was acquired by OWC, the leading manufacturer and upgrade provider for Apple and PC enthusiasts, and renamed OWC Holdings, Inc. SoftRAID is included with all preconfigured OWC ThunderBay RAID enclosures and OWC Mercury Viper SSDs that offer read speeds of 4.6 GB/s and write speeds of 4.0 GB/s. For more information, see the website: http://www.SoftRAID.com and http://www.macsales.com, http://www.owcdigital.comFacebook: facebook.com/softraid.

     

    SoftRAID v. SoftRAID Lite Feature Chart

    SoftRAID v. SoftRAID Lite Comparison Chart

    Photos:
    Screen shot: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/softraideasysetup.html
    Lifestyle: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/softraidlifestyle.html
    Easy Setup: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/softraideasysetup.html 
    Disk Error Alert: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/softraiddiskerror.html 
    Disk Failure: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/softraidsmartdata.html 
    SoftRAID v. SoftRAID Lite Chart: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/softraidchart.html
    Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/softraidlogo.html  

    Video: https://www.facebook.com/SoftRAID/videos/324347741284991/   

    Release notes: https://www.softraid.com/release-notes

    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    Website: http://www.thomas-pr.com  http://www.thomaspr.com 
     

    SoftRAID and the SoftRAID logo are registered trademarks of OWC Holdings, Inc.

     


     

    OWC Logo OWC USB-C Travel Dock Photo OWC USB-C Travel Dock Photo - in backpack

     

    OWC EXPANDS DOCK LINEUP WITH NEW USB-C TRAVEL DOCK
     
    USB-C Travel Dock Provides 5 Ports of Connectivity for Convenience on the Go:
    2x USB, SD Card, HDMI, & USB-C Power
    Supports 4K Display Resolution up to 4096 x 2160 at 30Hz
     

    Woodstock, IL – September 21, 2017 -- OWC®, a leading zero emissions Mac and PC technology company, announced today the new OWC USB-C Travel Dock, the latest addition to OWC’s strong award-winning line of connectivity solutions. The USB-C Travel Dock lets you connect its integrated USB-C cable to a Mac or PC laptop or other computer to utilize its five ports of mobile connectivity from a dock small enough to fit in a pocket. 

    The included USB-C cable provides connectivity to the dock’s five ports for USB devices users need when traveling. The dock provides simple connectivity to USB devices through two USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports to connect and power two USB devices, so users can have a full tablet and/or phone charge at all times. An HDMI port connects one 4K display, so there is no need to worry about insufficient quality or connection when creating and showing presentations on the go. And an SD card slot allows users to access and store photos with one easy connection.  

    No Need to Carry Multiple Chargers or Find an Adapter for a Presentation  

    The new dock gives mobile users unmatched connectivity. For the traveling professional, there is no longer a need to carry multiple chargers or find an adapter for a presentation. Students no longer have to try to fit a laptop along with multiple chargers and USB devices into a backpack. And tech savvy end users can easily connect a notebook to a monitor, wireless keyboard and mouse, as well as charge a smart device. 

    OWC USB-C Travel Dock Features:

    ·        Provides ports for 2X USB 3.1 Gen 1, SD Card, USB-C Power, and HDMI.

    ·        Works with Macs and PCs.

    ·        Provides complete compact connectivity.

    ·        Supports 4K display resolution up to 4096 x 2160 at 30Hz.

    ·        Available in 4 colors: gold, silver, space gray and rose gold.

    ·        2 year OWC limited warranty. 

    Priced at $49.99 from Macsales and other retailers, and available in Gold, Silver, Space Gray, and Rose Gold, the new OWC USB-C Travel Dock gives the mobile user, creative pro, traveler, student, and tech-savvy end user the connectivity capabilities they need, when they need it, where they need it, to connect to a mobile USB world in a form factor that can be held in the palm of your hand. For more information, see https://www.owcdigital.com/products/usb-c-travel-dock.

     OWC USB-C Travel Dock Photo - photographer lifestyle 

    About OWC
     

    Having served the Apple community worldwide since 1988, OWC has become the reliable manufacturer and upgrade provider of choice for Apple and PC enthusiasts with its extensive catalog of accessories, storage, and memory upgrades for nearly every Mac made in the last decade. Recognized for award-winning customer service, OWC provides extensive U.S.-based technical support for Mac and PC users around the world and comprehensive step-by-step installation and support videos. For more information, see www.owcdigital.com.  

    Get social: follow OWC on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.  

    Photos:
    OWC Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owclogo.html 
    OWC USB-C Travel Dock Photo - front http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owcusbctraveldockfront.html
    OWC USB-C Travel Dock Photo - side http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owcusbctraveldockside.html
    OWC USB-C Travel Dock Photo - side2 http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owcusbctraveldockside2.html
    OWC USB-C Travel Dock Photo http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owcusbctraveldockphoto.html
    OWC USB-C Travel Dock Photo - photographer lifestyle http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owcusbctraveldockphotographerlife.html
    OWC USB-C Travel Dock Photo - with MacBook http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owcusbctraveldocmacbook.html
    OWC USB-C Travel Dock Photo - in backpack http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owcusbctraveldockbackpack.html

    Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
    kthomas@thomaspr.com   / eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    (631) 549-7575 www.thomas-pr.com  www.thomaspr.com
     

    © 2017 Other World Computing, Inc. All rights reserved. Apple and Mac are the trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Other marks may be the trademark or registered trademark property of their respective owners.

     

     

     


     

    KARENNET PARTY LIST THE OFFICIAL KARENNET MOBILE WORLD CONGRESS AMERICAS PARTY LIST SEPTEMBER 12-14, 2017 – SAN FRANCISCO, CA

    THE OFFICIAL KARENNET MOBILE WORLD CONGRESS AMERICAS PARTY LIST SEPTEMBER 12-14, 2017 – SAN FRANCISCO, CA is UP NOW http://www.thomas-pr.com/01/mobileworldcongressamericas2017.html
     

     

     

    OWC NOW SHIPPING AWARD-WINNING THUNDERBOLT 3 DOCK

     OWC’s Most Powerful Connectivity Solution Ever Features Thunderbolt 3 with 13 Ports, USB 3.1 Gen 1, Gigabit Ethernet, Mini Display Port, FireWire 800, SD Card Reader, Digital Audio, & More

    Woodstock, IL – September 11, 2017 OWC®, a leading zero emissions Mac and PC technology company, announced that the groundbreaking and highly-anticipated new OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock, the latest in an award-winning lineup of connectivity expansion solutions, is shipping now. With an incredible 13 ports, the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock provides exceptional connectivity through an included Thunderbolt 3 cable, delivering power to laptops and other devices at the fastest speed possible.  

    “This is the best dock that I’ve found” – Guy Kawasaki

    Business maven and chief evangelist Guy Kawasaki needed a solution to keep his own devices connected to the latest Apple MacBook Pros and had this to say about his OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock:   “This is the best dock that I’ve found. It has every freaking port you know you need and some that you don’t know you need yet.” 

    The OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock takes full advantage of the cutting-edge performance of Thunderbolt 3 technology with throughput up to 40Gb/s of bandwidth and allows users to realize the maximum utility of Thunderbolt 3 equipped Macs. The 13 ports offer the capability to charge mobile devices, connect one 5K or two 4K displays, add external storage (including legacy devices such as FireWire drives), import photos and videos from SD cards, access wired networks via Gigabit Ethernet, and enjoy pristine audio – all through a single Thunderbolt 3 cable.  

    Because Thunderbolt 3 delivers phenomenal bandwidth, the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock can be the foundation of a perfect custom display setup, providing the ability to drive the latest- generation 5K displays, two 4K displays or a combination of 4K, HD and other displays with the Mini DisplayPort (mDP) with DisplayPort++ support, and additional Thunderbolt 3 port.  

    For professionals working in the creative industries, there is typically a highly detailed workflow complete with specialized and legacy ports such as FireWire and digital audio. The OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock supports FireWire 800 and S/PDIF digital audio, as well as an SD card reader and analog stereo audio.

    All that and the 2-year OWC limited warranty: OWC is proud to provide a superior level of support and warranty coverage to our customers. With OWC, the possibilities are endless.  

    Numerous users and reviewers have had high praise for the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock:

    “The OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock is a versatile and capable device and a nice companion to a laptop computer in particular. Through its 13 ports, you can use and power a lot of different devices and its performance is good.” - Jeremy Grey, Imaging Resource 

    “Devices like the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock come along to save the day and be the bridge between the new world and the just a little bit older world.” -  James Ivey, Pro Tools Expert

    “Forget the rest. This is the Dock I’ve been looking for.” - Nicholas Calderone, MacSources 

    Video reviews of the state-of-the-art Thunderbolt 3 Dock:
    AppleInsider:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMU8yvhJ-qU
    Geekanoids:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HEXJJGLJ0Yc
    Chuck Joiner, MacVoices: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQumqHK0U8k
     

    About OWC

    Having served the Apple community worldwide since 1988, OWC has become the reliable manufacturer and upgrade provider of choice for Apple and PC enthusiasts with its extensive catalog of accessories, storage, and memory upgrades for nearly every Mac made in the last decade. Recognized for award-winning customer service, OWC provides extensive U.S.-based technical support for Mac and PC users around the world and comprehensive step-by-step installation and support videos. 

    Get social: follow OWC on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.  

    Photos:
    Thunderbolt 3 Dock: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechthunderbolt.html
    Thunderbolt 3 Dock – back: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechthunderboltback.html
    Thunderbolt 3 Dock – back2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechthunderboltback2.html
    OWC Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owclogo.html 
     
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    Thomas PR
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    © 2017 Other World Computing, Inc. All rights reserved. Apple and Mac are the trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Intel and Thunderbolt are trademarks of Intel Corporation registered in the U.S. and/or other countries. Other marks may be the trademark or registered trademark property of their respective owners.

     

     


     

     OWC OFFERS COMPLETE CONNECTIVITY WITH PIONEERING THUNDERBOLT 3 DOCK

    Connect One Cable, Use One Port -- The Possibilities are Endless 

    Woodstock, IL, September 11, 2017 – Other World Computing, a leading zero emissions Mac and PC technology company, announced today that that after fulfilling an unprecedented demand for pre-order units, they are now shipping new orders of the highly-anticipated, all-new Thunderbolt 3 Dock -- the latest in an award-winning lineup of connectivity expansion solutions. The dock delivers more connectivity, more power and more charging capability, at the fastest speed available, allowing all connected devices to perform at their maximum.  

    Chief evangelist and entrepreneur Guy Kawasaki needed a solution to keep his own devices connected to the latest Apple MacBook Pros and had this to say about his OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock: 

    “This is the best dock that I’ve found. It has every freaking port you know you need and some that you don’t know you need yet.” 

    With an incredible 13 ports, the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock provides exceptional connectivity through an included Thunderbolt 3 cable, delivering power to laptops and other devices. The dock takes full advantage of the cutting-edge performance of Thunderbolt 3 technology with throughput up to 40Gb/s of bandwidth and allows users to realize the maximum utility of Thunderbolt 3 equipped Macs. The 13 ports offer the capability to charge mobile devices, connect the newest displays, add external storage (including legacy devices such as FireWire drives), import photos and videos from SD cards, access wired networks via Gigabit Ethernet, and connect audio accessories.  

    Because Thunderbolt 3 delivers phenomenal bandwidth, the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock can be the foundation of a perfect custom display setup, providing the ability to drive a latest-generation 5K display, two ultra HD 4K displays or a combination of 4K, HD and other displays with the Mini DisplayPort (mDP) with DisplayPort++ support, and additional Thunderbolt 3 port.  

    For professionals working in the creative industries, there is typically a highly detailed workflow complete with specialized and legacy ports such as FireWire and digital audio. The OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock supports FireWire 800 and S/PDIF digital audio, as well as an SD card reader and analog stereo audio.  

    OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock availability:
    OWC 13-Port Thunderbolt 3 Dock - Space Gray - OWCTB3DK13PSG   $299.00
    OWC 13-Port Thunderbolt 3 Dock - Silver  - OWCTB3DK13PSL             $299.00
     

    Here’s a small sampling of the positive words users and reviewers have had for the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock:

    “The OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock is a versatile and capable device and a nice companion to a laptop computer in particular. Through its 13 ports, you can use and power a lot of different devices and its performance is good.” -  Jeremy Grey, Imaging Resource

    “Devices like the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock come along to save the day and be the bridge between the new world and the just a little bit older world."  - James Ivey, Pro Tools Expert 

    “Forget the rest. This is the Dock I’ve been looking for.” -  Nicholas Calderone, MacSources 

    With the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock, simply connect one cable, use one port, and the possibilities are endless.

     About Other World Computing

    OWC is the upgrade provider of choice for Apple and PC enthusiasts and has been providing memory upgrades for Apple computers since 1989. OWC offers an SSD upgrade for nearly every Mac made in the last decade. Recognized for award-winning customer service, OWC provides extensive U.S.-based technical support for Mac and PC users worldwide.  

    Get social: follow macsales.com on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.  

    Photos:
    Thunderbolt 3 Dock: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechthunderbolt.html
    Thunderbolt 3 Dock – back: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechthunderboltback.html
    Thunderbolt 3 Dock – back2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/newertechthunderboltback2.html
    Macsales.com Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owcmacsaleslogo.html   

    Contact:
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    © 2017 Other World Computing, Inc. All rights reserved. Apple and Mac are the trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Intel and Thunderbolt are trademarks of Intel Corporation registered in the U.S. and/or other countries. Other marks may be the trademark or registered trademark property of their respective owners.


    CNBC Nightly Business Report (NBR) Profile of Larry O'Connor, OWC "A Drive to Succeed" Video, with Tyler Mathisen and Sue Herera
     
    by CNBC Nightly Business Report (NBR)CNBC Nightly Business Report (NBR) Profile of Larry O'Connor, OWC "A Drive to Succeed" Video, with Tyler Mathisen and Sue Herera
     

     


    OWC is Leading Performance Upgrades & Accessories Company for Macs, PCs, iPhones, iPads, and iPods,OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock NAB 2017 Best of Show Award

    Would you like to interview Larry O’Connor, Founder & CEO, OWC (Other World Computing),
    Bio:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/owc/owclarryoconnorbiography.html?   

    OWC is the leading Apple upgrades, memory, storage, and accessory company with a commitment to the environment that includes the fact that the company harnesses wind and solar power and is a net energy producer. Founder Larry O’Connor is a tech prodigy who started OWC almost 30 years ago as a teenager.  

    The latest product from OWC:  OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock makes MacBooks and other PCs professional by adding an amazing 13 ports for unprecedented power and speed (winner of NAB award).
    Info: http://www.thomas-pr.com/newertech/owcnab2017bestofshowawardrelease.html  
     

    OWC Awards: http://www.thomas-pr.com/owc/owcnewertechawardsrelease.html
    Larry O’Connor Bio below and at: http://www.thomas-pr.com/owc/owclarryoconnorbiography.html
     

    Please contact me to schedule interview and TV/radio appearances.

    Thanks
    Karen

    Thomas PR
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     Larry O'Connor

    Larry O’Connor, Founder & CEO, OWC
    BIO 8/17
    Bio:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/owc/owclarryoconnorbiography.html
    Interviews:
    http://www.nabshowbuzz.com/owc-other-world-computing-larry-oconnor/
    https://www.macobserver.com/podcasts/background-mode-larry-oconnor/

     

    Larry O’Connor is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Illinois-based Other World Computing (OWC®). OWC is a leading provider of quality computer upgrade products and services for Mac and PC users around the world. 

    Larry O’Connor started Other World Computing (http://www.owcdigital.com) while still in high school in 1988. Frustrated with the high cost and options for Apple memory expansion, he came to a better solution and started providing memory upgrades online. Today, OWC is one of the most respected suppliers of Apple product upgrades and accessories. The company has demonstrated dynamic growth in each of its 29 years of operation. Over the years, O’Connor has received numerous offers to partner or buyout, but he has instead opted to work toward his vision of building OWC into a self-sustainable organization that has become known as a great place to work, innovating and supporting professional grade solutions and service to technology users around the globe.  

    O’Connor has provided the leadership and vision to establish OWC as the leading provider of technology products and services that it is today. OWC’s products include storage, accessories, memory, and more for Apple and PC computers and peripherals. Products are sold under the OWC brand, and distributed through Macsales.com at http://www.macsales.com, as well as numerous other resellers and distributors. OWC is currently ranked the number one technology employer in the Woodstock, Illinois area, and in total employing more than 200 people today. 

    OWC “Green” Building 

    OWC’s commitment to the environment matches its commitment to customer service and product quality. Its 37,000 square-foot corporate headquarters opened in March 2008, and is the culmination of that environmental commitment. O’Connor’s “Green” building design employs the principals of energy efficiency, protection of natural resources, and lowered pollution emissions. In 2008, OWC was named one of the Top 12 Green-IT Companies by Computerworld Magazine for the innovative, environmentally responsible design of OWC’s corporate headquarters. The OWC corporate campus was awarded LEED® Platinum Certification in March 2010 by the Green Building Certification Institute. Platinum is the highest achievable level of the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Program, which began in 1998. With this recognition, OWC also became the first privately owned facility in Illinois incorporating light manufacturing/assembly to obtain LEED Platinum status in the world.  

    100% On-Site Wind Turbine Powered & Recycling Programs 

    Other Green initiatives include the installation of a Vestas V39-500kW wind turbine in October 2009, making OWC the first technology manufacturer/distributor in the U.S. to be 100% on-site wind powered. The 194-foot tall turbine generates approximately 815,000kW of electricity per year. Over a year’s time, the turbine’s average excess power generation is approximately 10 percent more than what the building consumes, with the remaining energy being pushed out to the local grid.  Not content with harnessing wind power, OWC has also adopted solar power as an energy source in Woodstock as well as their Austin, TX office. In early 2014, an array of 160 solar panels was energized at the Austin facility, producing approximately 60,000kW/year, or about one-third of the power consumed by that three-story building. The array in Woodstock is made up of 770 solar panels, making it one of the largest privately-held solar arrays in Illinois, and generating approximately 265,000kW/year. OWC’s utilization of GeoThermal for heating/cooling systems is a key component reducing the actual demand on energy in the Woodstock facility at large. O’Connor believes that environmental stewardship is the right thing to do for future generations and makes good economic sense as well, that with planning and effort, sustainability is synonymous with success.  

    OWC continues to lead the way with ongoing recycling programs as well. The OWC headquarters has a strong corporate focus on recycling of all day-to-day operational materials, and currently 94 percent of solid waste materials are recycled in some manner, for a near zero waste program. OWC subsidiary, NewerTech http://www.newertech.com, provides the NewerTech® laptop battery recycling program, the first of its kind, and is currently the only fully prepaid battery recycling program.  

    Continuous Development of Innovative Tech Products 

    Technology innovation never stands still, and over the years O’Connor has led OWC and its subsidiaries to add thousands of consumer electronics and computer hardware products to its inventory. Products debuted under O’Connor’s direction have won award recognition from the international press, including Macworld, MacLife, iPod Observer, MacUser, Creative Mac News, Layers and Photoshop User.  

    OWC Product Lines include:

    • Envoy Pro EX award-winning portable USB and Thunderbolt drives

    • Mercury Elite Pro Dual Mini portable RAID powerhouse

    • Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 2 and USB-C Docks

    • Mercury Helios line of PCI and eGPU expansion 

    • ThunderBay line of high capacity, high performance Thunderbolt 2 and 3 RAID arrays

    • Mercury-on-the-Go Bus Powered Portable Solution

    • Jupiter line of networked storage solutions

    For more information, see OWC: http://www.owcdigital.com, Macsales: http://www.macsales.com, and NewerTech http://www.newertech.com.  

    OWC Awards: http://www.thomas-pr.com/owc/owcnewertechawardsrelease.html

     
    Photos:
    Larry O’Connor: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owclarryoconnor.html
    Larry O’Connor – headshot: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owclarryoconnor2.html
    OWC Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owclogo.html  
     

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    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR
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    Kidz Gear LogoKIDZ GEAR BACK TO SCHOOL KIDS PRODUCTS 2017:

    KIDZ GEAR: Headphones for Kids http://www.gearforkidz.com

    Kidz Gear Deluxe Stereo Headset Headphones with Boom MicrophoneKidz Gear Deluxe Stereo Headset Headphones with Boom Microphone: winner of numerous awards, including USA Today’s 10Best Reader’s Choice Travel Award, the Kidz Gear wired Headphones with Boom Mic are ideal children’s headphones for educational use. The flexible boom microphone is lightweight and clearly picks up omnidirectional sound, features proprietary KidzControl™ Volume Limit Technology to ensure child-safe listeningavailable in gray, pink, or blue.

    Price: $19.99

    Photo:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgeardeluxeheadphones.html 
    Logo:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgearlogo.html 
    Buy at:
    http://www.gearforkidz.com/boom4.html   

     

    Kidz Gear Bluetooth Headphones - Box PinkKidz Gear Bluetooth Stereo Headphones for Kids: designed specifically for children with no tangled wires, the wireless Bluetooth Headphones provide easy Bluetooth 4.0 set-up with KidzSync™ Auto-Syncing Technology and a high-quality audio experience for children. Available in blue and pink, the headphones also include a patented removable omnidirectional Boom Microphone.

    Price: $29.99
    Photo:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgearbluetoothheadphonespinkbox.html
    Logo:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgearlogo.html
    Buy at:
    http://www.gearforkidz.com/wireless4.html 
     

     

    Kidz Gear Wired Headphones - 300 dpi white background colorsKidz Gear KidzControl™ Volume Limit Headphones: available in seven colors -- White, Pink, Orange, Blue, Green, Purple, and Gray, to match a child’s personal color preference and style, the headphones are compatible with all audio devices that use a 3.5mm (1/8”) audio jack.  Kidz Gear wired headphones feature the proprietary KidzControl Volume Limit Technology, which limits the volume to approximately 80% of the maximum volume output capable from audio devices in the market today. 

    Price: $19.99
    Photo:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgearwiredheadphonescolors.html 
    Logo:
    http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgearlogo.html
    Buy at:
    http://www.gearforkidz.com/wired4.html             

     

    Press Contact for Review Units and Info:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
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    SoftRAID Logo

    SoftRAID Customer Phil Legg
    President, FutureProof Records

    SOFTRAID USER STORY:
    3½ YEARS AFTER INITIAL SETUP, SOFTRAID 4 SAVES CRUCIAL DATA
    AT FUTUREPROOF RECORDS

    Background: 

    Futureproof Records, a UK music distribution company, needed a system to store and protect a large amount of crucially important files and applications. So, in January 2014, they installed OWC’s SoftRAID RAID 4 software on a Mac Pro 5.1 running Mac OS 10.8.5 Mountain Lion. FutureProof had essential applications running on their Mac Pro, which required them to keep the older Mountain Lion Mac OS instead of upgrading to the latest OS. Their original configuration with the initial install of SoftRAID 4 has been running continuously since setup.  

    Two or three times after January 2014, Futureproof’s Mac Pro crashed. After each crash, SoftRAID 4 alerted them that due to the crash, their mirror volume was out of sync. Then SoftRAID successfully rebuilt the mirror volume to restore their data. The Mac OS was never updated and neither was the version of SoftRAID. 

    How SoftRAID Predicted Disk Failure Before Any Evidence Appeared:

    SoftRAID - Disk Predicted to Fail Based on SMART Data

    SoftRAID Screen

     

    Fast forward to July 9, 2017:  three and a half years after initial setup, SoftRAID 4 popped up a dialog box, saying: Disk predicted to fail” even though the system appeared to be running fine. Futureproof President Phil Legg was concerned. He was advised by SoftRAID’s online help to generate a technical support file and send it to SoftRAID tech support. When he launched SoftRAID to create the file, he discovered that one of the disks had a Failure Predicted” alert -- a much more critical issue.  Disk sectors were being reallocated at an alarming rate. Legg immediately emailed SoftRAID for a solution.

     

    No matter how old the version, we stand by our software and its ability to protect the user against the disaster of disk failure”

    SoftRAID Team      

    Futureproof was using an older, unsupported version of SoftRAID v. 4.5.4 (the current version is 5.6.1).  There are not many companies who would rush to help someone using older unsupported versions of their software, but SoftRAID stands by its software and its customers. Mark James at SoftRAID technical support got back to Legg right away, telling him that his disk urgently needed replacing. James explained that when a disk starts reallocating sectors that quickly, the disk is in a death spiral and may not last even a few days. Futureproof ordered new disks on the spot. 

    James also noted that the RAID 0 mirror disks Futureproof were using for their SoftRAID volume had over 30,000 hours of use each and were at the end of their expected life. In addition, the system’s older Hitachi boot disk had over 50,000 hours of use — well past the expected lifetime of that drive. The disks have now been replaced and the Mac Pro is still in service and still running Mountain Lion. Futureproof has upgraded its version of SoftRAID to 5.6.1—the latest version—to take advantage of the even greater protection and extra features it offers, such as displaying reallocation sector counts directly in the disk tile. 

    “It was very reassuring when the SoftRAID warning popped up letting us know of an imminent problem before it happened. I’d advise all small companies to consider SoftRAID for their data-storage needs. Many thanks!” said Phil Legg, President, FutureProof Records.

    SoftRAID Believes in Happy Endings:

    A story with a happy ending and a satisfied customer is due to the SoftRAID team’s belief that no matter how old the version of SoftRAID, they stand by their software and its ability to protect the user against the disaster of disk failure. SoftRAID also believes in providing amazing technical support with virtually round-the-clock service to ensure that their customers get the help they need and keep their data safe. For more information on SoftRAID, see: www.softraid.com or visit SoftRAID on Facebook: facebook.com/softraid

    About SoftRAID & OWC Holdings, Inc.: 

    Based in Mill Valley, California, SoftRAID was founded in 1996 by a team of Mac software engineers to provide high quality storage solutions for Mac OS. The company’s founders have worked with disk drives on Mac OS since the Mac Plus shipped in 1986. Available for Mac OS X since 2003, SoftRAID has earned its reputation as a rock solid product with great technical support -- the first to market with many key features,  including fast mirror rebuilds, full email notifications, bootable RAID volumes, disk certification, RAID volume validation, TRIM support on all RAID Levels, disk failure prediction, and more. In 2014, SoftRAID was acquired by OWC, the leading manufacturer and upgrade provider for Apple and PC enthusiasts, and renamed OWC Holdings, Inc. SoftRAID is included with all preconfigured OWC ThunderBay RAID enclosures and will power the upcoming OWC Mercury Viper SSD that offers read speeds of 4.6 GB/s and write speeds of 4.0 GB/s. For more information, see the websites: www.softraid.com and www.macsales.com,  Facebook: facebook.com/softraid.

    Photos:
    SoftRAID Disk Error: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/softraiddiskerror.html
    SoftRAID Disk Predicted to Fail: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/softraidsmartdata.html  
    Screen shot: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/softraideasysetup.html
    Lifestyle: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/softraidlifestyle.html
    Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/softraidlogo.html
    Video: https://www.facebook.com/SoftRAID/videos/324347741284991/  
     
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    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com  
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    SoftRAID and the SoftRAID logo are registered trademarks of OWC Holdings, Inc.


     

    OWC is Leading Performance Upgrades & Accessories Company for Macs, PCs, iPhones, iPads, and iPods,OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock NAB 2017 Best of Show Award

     Larry O'Connor

    Larry O’Connor, Founder & CEO, OWC
    BIO 8/17 
    Interviews:
    http://www.nabshowbuzz.com/owc-other-world-computing-larry-oconnor/
    https://www.macobserver.com/podcasts/background-mode-larry-oconnor/ 

    Larry O’Connor is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Illinois-based Other World Computing (OWC®). OWC is a leading provider of quality computer upgrade products and services for Mac and PC users around the world. 

    Larry O’Connor started Other World Computing (http://www.owcdigital.com) while still in high school in 1988. Frustrated with the high cost and options for Apple memory expansion, he came to a better solution and started providing memory upgrades online. Today, OWC is one of the most respected suppliers of Apple product upgrades and accessories. The company has demonstrated dynamic growth in each of its 29 years of operation. Over the years, O’Connor has received numerous offers to partner or buyout, but he has instead opted to work toward his vision of building OWC into a self-sustainable organization that has become known as a great place to work, innovating and supporting professional grade solutions and service to technology users around the globe.  

    O’Connor has provided the leadership and vision to establish OWC as the leading provider of technology products and services that it is today. OWC’s products include storage, accessories, memory, and more for Apple and PC computers and peripherals. Products are sold under the OWC brand, and distributed through Macsales.com at http://www.macsales.com, as well as numerous other resellers and distributors. OWC is currently ranked the number one technology employer in the Woodstock, Illinois area, and in total employing more than 200 people today. 

    OWC “Green” Building 

    OWC’s commitment to the environment matches its commitment to customer service and product quality. Its 37,000 square-foot corporate headquarters opened in March 2008, and is the culmination of that environmental commitment. O’Connor’s “Green” building design employs the principals of energy efficiency, protection of natural resources, and lowered pollution emissions. In 2008, OWC was named one of the Top 12 Green-IT Companies by Computerworld Magazine for the innovative, environmentally responsible design of OWC’s corporate headquarters. The OWC corporate campus was awarded LEED® Platinum Certification in March 2010 by the Green Building Certification Institute. Platinum is the highest achievable level of the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Program, which began in 1998. With this recognition, OWC also became the first privately owned facility in Illinois incorporating light manufacturing/assembly to obtain LEED Platinum status in the world.  

    100% On-Site Wind Turbine Powered & Recycling Programs 

    Other Green initiatives include the installation of a Vestas V39-500kW wind turbine in October 2009, making OWC the first technology manufacturer/distributor in the U.S. to be 100% on-site wind powered. The 194-foot tall turbine generates approximately 815,000kW of electricity per year. Over a year’s time, the turbine’s average excess power generation is approximately 10 percent more than what the building consumes, with the remaining energy being pushed out to the local grid.  Not content with harnessing wind power, OWC has also adopted solar power as an energy source in Woodstock as well as their Austin, TX office. In early 2014, an array of 160 solar panels was energized at the Austin facility, producing approximately 60,000kW/year, or about one-third of the power consumed by that three-story building. The array in Woodstock is made up of 770 solar panels, making it one of the largest privately-held solar arrays in Illinois, and generating approximately 265,000kW/year. OWC’s utilization of GeoThermal for heating/cooling systems is a key component reducing the actual demand on energy in the Woodstock facility at large. O’Connor believes that environmental stewardship is the right thing to do for future generations and makes good economic sense as well, that with planning and effort, sustainability is synonymous with success.  

    OWC continues to lead the way with ongoing recycling programs as well. The OWC headquarters has a strong corporate focus on recycling of all day-to-day operational materials, and currently 94 percent of solid waste materials are recycled in some manner, for a near zero waste program. OWC subsidiary, NewerTech http://www.newertech.com, provides the NewerTech® laptop battery recycling program, the first of its kind, and is currently the only fully prepaid battery recycling program.  

    Continuous Development of Innovative Tech Products 

    Technology innovation never stands still, and over the years O’Connor has led OWC and its subsidiaries to add thousands of consumer electronics and computer hardware products to its inventory. Products debuted under O’Connor’s direction have won award recognition from the international press, including Macworld, MacLife, iPod Observer, MacUser, Creative Mac News, Layers and Photoshop User.

    OWC Product Lines include:

    • Envoy Pro EX award-winning portable USB and Thunderbolt drives
    • Mercury Elite Pro Dual Mini portable RAID powerhouse
    • Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 2 and USB-C Docks
    • Mercury Helios line of PCI and eGPU expansion 
    • ThunderBay line of high capacity, high performance Thunderbolt 2 and 3 RAID arrays
    • Mercury-on-the-Go Bus Powered Portable Solution
    • Jupiter line of networked storage solutions

    For more information, see OWC: http://www.owcdigital.com, Macsales: http://www.macsales.com, and NewerTech http://www.newertech.com.

    OWC Awards: http://www.thomas-pr.com/owc/owcnewertechawardsrelease.html 

     
    Photos:
    Larry O’Connor: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owclarryoconnor.html
    Larry O’Connor – headshot: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owclarryoconnor2.html
    OWC Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owclogo.html 
     

    Press Contact:
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    Thomas PR
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    OWC/NEWERTECH AWARDS

    11/17

    OWC Awards:

    ·         Inc. 5000 Award for OWC Digital 2017

    ·         FutureMusic Power Award 2017 for Thunderbolt 3 Dock

    ·         Video Edge NAB 2017 Best of Show Award for OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock

    ·         Stevie Awards 2017 Bronze Awards for OWC Elite Pro Dual and Elite Pro Dual mini

    ·         Stevie Awards 2016 Bronze Awards for TB 4, TB4 mini, and TB2 Dock

    ·         Howdy Doodad Award 2017 from Photo Trash Talk for Thunderbolt 3 Dock

    ·         Videomaker Best of CES 2015 Spotlight Award for OWC Thunderbolt 2 Dock

    ·         CES Innovations Honoree for OWC ThunderBay 4 External Storage Solution 2015

    ·         Storage Visions Visionary Product Award 2015 for OWC Envoy Pro mini

    ·         Stevie Awards 2015 Gold Award for MBPr and MBA, Silver Award for USB-C Dock

    ·         CES Innovations 2014 Design and Engineering Award Honoree 

    ·         Stevie Awards 2014 Silver Award for Envoy Pro EX

    ·         Business Intelligence Group 2013 Green Tech Company of the Year

    ·         Crain’s Chicago Largest Privately Held Companies for 2013, #264

    ·         Stevie Awards 2012 Gold Award for Accelsior

    ·         Stevie Awards 2011 Finalist for Aura Pro Express

    ·         LEED® Platinum Certification Green Building Certification Institute for OWC corporate campus – March 2010

    ·         Better Business Bureau Top Rating of A+ 2010–2014

    ·         Trender Award 2009

    ·         Reseller Ratings Elite Member 2009-2014

    ·         Inc. 5,000 “Fastest Growing Privately Owned Companies in America” list honoree 2007–2013

    ·         Best in Biz Awards, Product Line of the Year, Mercury and aura Pro Line of  SSDs

    ·         About.com Reader’s Choice, “Best Mac Peripheral Reseller”

     

    NewerTech Awards:

    ·         Stevie Award 2016 Bronze Awards NewerTech Wireless Keypad

    ·         IoT Evolution Connected Home and Building Award 2015 for NewerTech Power2U

    ·         Best in Biz Bronze Award for Most Innovative Consumer Product of the Year  2014

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    Surgery without (left) and with Dr. Greg Marchand’s Technique
    Left: Typical Surgery with Large Scar
    Right: Surgery with Dr. Marchand’s Technique

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    GREG MARCHAND MD, FACS, FACOG, FICS, SOEMIS

    Curriculum Vitae

    PERSONAL INFORMATION

    Business Address:                               `
                                                               1520 Dobson #308
                                                               Mesa, AZ 85202
                                                               Telephone: 480-999-0905
                                                               Fax: 480-999-0801
                                                               Email: gm@gregmarchandmd.com     
     

    EDUCATION & TRAINING

    RESIDENCY TRAINING:    Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology                                             June 2005-July 2009

                                                    University of Tennessee Health Science Center                                                    Memphis, TN 

    Doctor of Medicine:            Spartan Health Sciences University                                                            April 2004

                                                                                                                                                                              Vieux Fort, St. Lucia

    MEDICAL LICENSURE

    State of Arizona                    Granted License #40957

    State of Georgia                    Granted License #61487 

    WORK HISTORY

    Marchand OBGYN               1520 Dobson #308, Mesa AZ (480) 999-0905                          March 1, 2013-Present 

    esert Women’s Care        1492 S. Mill Ave, Suite 306, Tempe, AZ (480) 559-4776        Jan, 2010-March 1, 2013 

    AWARDS

    Guinness World Records, London UK                                                                                                                                   2008

    Awarded World Record for Largest Uterus Ever Removed Laparoscopically 

    World Record Academy, New York, NY                                                                                                                                 2016

    Largest Malignant Tumor to undergo Successful Laparoscopic Ovarian Cancer Staging Surgery 

    BOARD POSITIONS

    Arizona Regional Medical Center

    OBGYN Executive Board                                                                                                                                          2011-2013

     

    PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

    Society of Elite Laparoscopic Surgeons (SELS)                                                                                                   2007-current

    Society of Laparoscopic Endosurgeons (SLS)                                                                                                     2007-current

    American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL)                                                       2007-current

    American Mensa                                                                                                                                                        2001-current 

    CERTIFICATION

    Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (FACOG)                                 2015-current

    Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)                                                                                    2015-current

    Fellow of the International College of Surgeons (FICS)                                                                                2016-current

    Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG)                                                                                2014-current

    SOEMIS Certification (First in the USA!) (AAGL)                                                                                         2016-current

    Advanced Certification in Neonatal Ressucitation (AAP)                                                                           2009-current 

    LANGUAGES

    Fluent in Spanish for Obstetrics and Gynecology 

    RECENT PUBLICATIONS

    1. G. Marchand MD, A. Citrin DO: MEDUSA PROTOCOL – Minimising the blood loss and Maximising the efficacy of Oxytocin Sensitive Dilation and Curettage procedures,  Austrailian Royal College RANZCOG Annual Scientific Meeting, Perth, Australia, October 2016. 

    2. G. Marchand MD, W Kutteh MD: Patient Selection Criteria for Outpatient Myomecctomy via Mini-laparotomy, 2009 ACOG: The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Poster Sessions, Tuesday May 5, 2009, Chicago IL 

    3. G. Marchand MD, D. Butawan MD: Cost-Effective, Outpatient-Safe, Minilaparotomy Myomectomy, 2011 ACOG: the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Poster Sessions, Tuesday May 2, 2011, Washington, DC 

    4. Marchand MD, R. Demir MD: Safe Laparoscopic removal of a 3200 grams fibroid uterus. JSLS 14:600-602, 2010 

    5. G. Marchand MD, R. Demir MD: Laparoscopic cervical cerclage in 18-weeks pregnant uterus. British International Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecology, June 2010, Belfast, U.K. 

    6. G. Marchand MD, R. Demir MD: Laparoscopic cervical cerclage in 18-weeks pregnant uterus. Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, September 2010, New York. 

    7. G. Marchand MD, R. Demir MD: Laprascopic Supracervical Hysterectomy and Vagino-Cervico-Sacropexy. Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, September 2011, Los Angeles. 

    8. G. Marchand MD, R. Demir MD: Laparoscopic Hysterectomy and Vaginal Morcellation. Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, September 2011 Los Angeles. 

    9. G. Marchand MD, R. Demir MD: Outcome of 783 Consecutive Hysterectomies for Benign Indication-Likelihood of Competing a Minimally invasive Hysterectomy Based on Patient’s Body Mass Index. American College of Surgeons, October 2011, San Francisco. 

    10. G. Marchand MD, R. Demir MD: Unnecessary Laparotomy Avoidance-Outcome of 257 Consecutive Adnexal Masses of 8-13cm on Pre-Operative Ultrasound Treated with laparoscopic Adnexectomy, Bagging and Colpotomy. AAGI, November 2011 Hollywood, FL. 

    11. G. Marchand MD, R. Demir MD: Laparoscopic Unilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy, Bagging & Vaginal Morcellation. AAGI, November 2011, Hollywood, FL. 

    12. G. Marchand MD, Demir R:, “Adnexal masses suspected to be benign treated with Laparoscopy.” Journal of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons. August 2012;16(1):71–84. 

    13. G. Marchand MD, R. Demir MD: Effect of Improved Vaginal Manipulator on Laparoscopic Sacrocolpopexy. AAGI, November 2012, Las Vegas, NV, Paper presented at meeting. 

    14. G. Marchand MD, R. Demir MD: Improved Vaginal Manipulator for Laparoscopic Sacrocolpopexy. AAGI, November 2012, Las Vegas, NV, video presented at meeting.. 

    15. G. Marchand MD, R. Demir MD: Irrelevance of Traditional De-Selectors for Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy. Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, October 2012, Boston. Paper presented at meeting. 

    16. Marchand MD, K. Sainz MS1: Laparoscopic Single Port Hysterectomy through a blunt 12mm Trochar – Testing the limits of Minimally Invasive Surgery, RCOG World Congress 2015, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, April 2015. 

    17. G. Marchand MD, L. Rials MS1: Marchand Salpingectomy Technique Video – A 5 minute Ultra Minimally Invasive Technique for permanent Sterilization and Ovarian Cancer Risk Reduction.  Accepted for Publication, RCOG World Congress 2017, Cape Town, South Africa, from 20 – 22 March 2017. 

    18. G. Marchand MD, R. Pile MS1: (ACCEPTED FOR PUBLICATION)  Successful Complete Laparoscopic Staging of Ovarian Cancer in a Patient with a 17cm Malignant Ovarian Tumor.  Accepted for Presentation (Day 2), "Best Practice & Research in Obstetrics & Gynecology," 4th International Conference on Gynecology & Obstetrics, October 2-4, 2017 Barcelona, Spain

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    ARIZONA SURGEON SURVIVES CANCER &
    INVENTS WORLD RECORD SETTING CANCER SURGERY
     
    Dr. Greg Marchand MD Sets World Record in Tumor-Removal Surgery
    for Removing Largest Cancerous Tumor:  
    17-centimeter (Approximately 7 inch) Ovarian Tumor Removed through
    In-Bag Morcellation Technique with Belly Button Incision Smaller than a Dime
    --For Minimal Scarring, Less Pain, and Faster Recovery--

    Dr. Greg Marchand MD in Operating Room with Endoflex 2

    Dr. Greg Marchand MD - In-Bag Morcellation Technique with Patient

    Surgery without (left) and with Dr. Greg Marchand’s Technique

    Dr. Greg Marchand MD       

     Endocatch Device     

     Left: Typical Surgery with Large Scar     Right:  Surgery with Dr. Marchand’s Technique

    B-roll: https://youtu.be/xotuRC-jalc
    Unedited: https://youtu.be/4NtmXNdkFg4
    Video: https://youtu.be/PgXB5i7FIxE

    Mesa, AZ, August 2, 2017 -- Dr. Greg J. Marchand http://gregmarchandmd.com/, an award-winning board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist dedicated to reducing invasive surgeries, recently became the first U.S. surgeon to earn a prestigious accreditation for his outstanding record of performing and promoting minimally invasive procedures. The World Record Academy awarded Dr. Greg J. Marchand and his surgical team the world’s record for removing the largest cancerous tumor -- a 17-centimeter (6.69-inch) cancerous ovarian tumor about the size of a junior sized soccer ball -- using an incision smaller than a dime.  

    Dr. Marchand’s In-Bag Morcellation Technique for Minimally Invasive Surgery for Cancerous Tumors 

    Dr. Marchand and his team completed the procedure using “In-Bag” Morcellation, a technique developed by Dr. Marchand in which the tumor is bagged and broken down so the particles can be extracted one by one laparoscopically. Otherwise, patients would need a sizeable incision to surgically remove such a large mass, requiring additional recovery time, pain, risk, and a delay in chemotherapy or other medications. Dr. Marchand, a board-certified OB-GYN specializing in minimally invasive surgery, worked closely with a gynecologic oncologist in completing this amazing surgery. While removing cysts and tumors using laparoscopic surgery is a standard practice, it is rare to use the technique in conjunction with an ovarian cancer staging procedure.  

    Marchand placed an Endocatch bag (Endo Catch™ II 15 mm Specimen Pouch) around the tumor through incisions made through the belly button, then brought the lip of the bag to the incision. He then broke apart the mass inside the bag and took the pieces out. Marchand said the most difficult part of the surgery was removing the cancerous mass without spilling any cancer cells into the abdomen. If cancerous material spilled back into the abdomen, the cancer could have spread and worsened the patient’s prognosis. The World Record Academy verified that this type of technique had never been accomplished previously on any malignant tumor this large. 

    Advancements in Cancer Surgery are Just as Important as Newest Cancer-Fighting Drugs  

    Dr. Marchand, who was diagnosed in 2010 with mixed-cell carcinoma (an aggressive cancer of the testes), said it is particularly gratifying that his technique can help cancer patients. He received surgery and treatments in 2010 and has been in remission ever since. “I know what it’s like to face a diagnosis of cancer,” Marchand said. “In my opinion, advancements in the surgical treatment of cancer are just as important as the newest cancer-fighting drugs and chemotherapy agents. If we can use minimally invasive surgery to take some of the recovery time and complications out of cancer surgery, then I think we’ve really done a lot of good for patients fighting cancer.” 

    This is Dr. Marchand’s second world record in laparoscopic surgery. In 2008, Dr. Marchand was awarded a Guinness World Record for the removal of the largest uterus laparoscopically. In this case, it was not a cancerous mass, but a seven-pound benign (non-cancerous) uterus that was removed. In addition to the two world records, Dr. Marchand is extensively published in laparoscopic surgery publications and was recently recognized as the first U.S. surgeon to receive SOEMIS recognition (Surgeon of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Surgery) from The American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopist’s (AAGL.org) and the Surgical Review Corporation http://www.surgicalreview.org.  

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    Surgery without (left) and with Dr. Greg Marchand’s Technique (right): http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdsurgery.html
    World Record Academy Award Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdworldrecordlogo.html
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    Dr. Greg Marchand MD: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdsuit.html 
    Dr. Greg Marchand MD in Operating Room with Endoflex: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdendocatch.html 
    Dr. Greg Marchand MD in Operating Room with Endoflex - 2: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdendocatch2.html 
    Dr. Greg Marchand MD in Operating Room: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdoperating.html 
    Dr. Greg Marchand MD - In-Bag Morcellation Technique with Endocatch Device: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdmorcellation.html 
    Dr. Greg Marchand MD - In-Bag Morcellation Technique: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdmorcellation2.html 

     

     

     

    FACT SHEET:
    DR. GREG MARCHAND MD - WORLD RECORD ACADEMY WORLD RECORD FOR SUCCESSFUL LAPAROSCOPIC OVARIAN CANCER STAGING SURGERY ON THE LARGEST MALIGNANT OVARIAN TUMOR

    Surgery without (left) and with Dr. Greg Marchand’s Technique

    Surgery Scar without Dr. Greg Marchand’s Technique (Left) and with (Right)

    Photo:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/drgregmarchandmdsurgery.html  

    Date of Surgery: 04/21/2015
    Date of Award of World Record Academy World Record: 1/27/2017
    Actual Title of Record: “Successful Laparoscopic Ovarian Cancer staging Surgery on the Largest Malignant Ovarian Tumor” 

    Description of Technical Procedure Performed: Successful Complete Laparoscopic Ovarian Cancer Staging Procedure with Hysterectomy, Bilateral Salpingo-oophorectomy, omentectomy and dissection of pelvic and para-aortic lymph node dissection, and removal of 17cm large right-sided ovarian tumor. The tumor was found to be adenocarcinoma on frozen section and “Well-differentiated Adenocarcinoma with pushing invasion” on final pathology. The technique of mass removal was a modified “in-bag” morcellation invented by Dr. Marchand which included exteriorization of the mouth of the bag prior to “in-bag” morcellation. Morcellation used only blunt instruments and did not involve stretching the incision beyond the 14mm required to facilitate the laparoscopic retrieval bag.  No trochar was used. Abdominal and Pelvic washings were collected prior to the removal of the mass and ultimately proved negative. 

    Method of Verification of Tumor Size:  Pathology specimen reconstructed, verification by board certified pathologist. 

    Lead Surgeon: Greg J. Marchand M.D., F.A.C.O.G., F.A.C.S., F.I.C.S, S.O.E.M.I.S.
    Greg J. Marchand M.D., F.A.C.O.G., F.A.C.S., F.I.C.S, S.O.E.M.I.S.
    Practice: Marchand OBGYN PLLC
    1520 S. Dobson #308
    Mesa, AZ 85202
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    f: 480-999-0801
    www.gregmarchandmd.com
      
     

    FAQ:

    Why did it take so long for the World Record to be awarded?

    To verify this record, we had to research all the other related surgeries that had been published to determine if ours was truly the largest malignant tumor ever surgically staged through completely laparoscopic means. After our research determined it was, we employed the World Record Academy who underwent their own verification process. Following the completion of these two independent verifications, we can now confidently say that this is likely the largest malignant ovarian tumor to ever undergo completely laparoscopic surgical staging. 

    What is “In-Bag” morcellation, how is it different from just breaking something apart, or regular morcellation?

    In-Bag morcellation refers to the surgical technique of placing an object inside a bag, usually plastic, before breaking it into pieces. Usually the object is broken into small pieces so that it can be removed through small holes, thus not needing to make a large incision to remove the object. This high level of caution is reserved for objects that could contain cancerous cells. In the case of suspicion of cancerous cells, it is important not to spill the material back into the patient’s body cavities because cancer cells can “Seed” or begin new cancer colonies if they are moved around the body. In this case, we removed a 17-centimeter cancerous tumor through a hole that was approximately 1.4cm large. This technique is one of the more extreme examples of “In-Bag” morcellation. 

    What did Dr. Marchand invent? Did he invent laparoscopy or the Ovarian Cancer Staging Procedure?

    Dr. Marchand has pioneered techniques for “In-Bag” morcellation and particularly the technique used in this case to remove the large 17cm tumor. The technique used here involved stretching a 1.10cm incision in the umbilicus to facilitate a bag that was made to fit a 1.5cm port. Thus, the actual size of the hole after stretching around the bag was approximately 1.4cm. This invented technique also included the painstaking process of removing the mass through the port without breaking the bag. This included the use of special blunt instrumentation to remove the tumor without breaking the bag (and spilling the tumor). Dr. Marchand did not invent laparoscopy or the Ovarian Cancer Staging procedure, but he did invent the technique of removing the large cancerous tumor, which was then added to a Laparoscopic Ovarian Cancer staging procedure. 

    Is Dr. Marchand a gynecologic oncologist?

    No. Dr. Marchand is a generalist OBGYN with special training in minimally invasive surgery. A board certified gynecologic oncologist was present for this surgery as part of the surgical team.  Dr. Marchand routinely includes consultation with the gynecologic oncology service as part of his care of any patients suspected to have a malignancy.  Dr. Marchand would never attempt to perform an ovarian cancer staging surgery without the assistance of a gynecologic oncologist, and is very appreciative for the patient care that has been given his colleagues.  Dr. Marchand has referred many patients and continues to refer to his esteemed colleagues practicing gynecologic oncology. 

    What do the letters after Dr. Marchand’s name mean?

    The letters represent honors bestowed upon Dr. Marchand by different certifying organizations. They include:

    MD -- Medical Doctor

    FACOG -- Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology -- Certified by The American College/Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology (acog.org)

    FACS -- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons -- Certified by the American College of Surgeons (facs.org)

    FICS -- Fellow if the International College of Surgeons -- Certified by The International College of Surgeons (fics.org)

    SOEMIS -- Surgeon of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Surgery -- Certified by the Surgical Review Corporation (surgicalreview.org) and The American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (aagl.org)

    Why is this record recognized by the World Record Academy and not Guinness?

    Dr. Marchand has previously received a World Record from Guinness for other surgical accomplishments. Unfortunately, Guinness politely declined to recognize this achievement and said it was too specific to create a record for. We discussed the importance of recognizing cutting-edge surgical excellence in the field of cancer surgery with The World Record Academy, and they agreed to recognize the category after extensively researching the accomplishment. 

    What is a “Cancer Staging Surgery?”

    A cancer staging surgery is a removal of the pelvic organs to treat and determine how far a cancer has spread. In this case the cancer is an ovarian cancer we are discussing. The surgery includes removal of both ovaries, the uterus, the omentum (a fatty organ in the abdomen) as well as the removal of lymph nodes and other biopsies. It is a complex surgery that is usually performed through a large incision. Although the surgery has been performed by laparoscopic techniques in the past, we believe this is the largest tumor to ever be staged using a completely laparoscopic technique. 

    What is so special about this record? Hasn’t cancer staging surgery been performed on larger ovarian tumors?

    Yes, staging procedures have been completed on larger tumors, but we believe that this is the largest tumor to ever be staged through entirely laparoscopic techniques, meaning without cutting the patient open.  The unique part of this procedure was the removal of the extremely large mass without spilling any of the contents in the abdomen. This was performed with special instruments using a large bag. The technique involved exteriorizing the mouth of the bag and then removing the large mass bit by bit, using a technique pioneered by Dr. Marchand. There is no question that larger tumors have been staged by open-incision procedures, and that larger non-malignant tumors have been removed laparoscopically without the need for a cancer staging procedure. 

    How can you be sure that this is the largest tumor to ever receive laparoscopic cancer staging? What steps did you take to verify?

    It is very difficult to research every single cancer staging procedure ever performed. However, we performed extensive searches of all available literature and publications regarding laparoscopic ovarian cancer staging surgery prior to presenting our claim to The World Record Academy. The World Record Academy then went on to verify the claim independently. 

    How would the average ovarian cancer patient benefit if all staging procedures could be performed though minimally invasive means?

    If all ovarian cancer staging procedures could be performed using laparoscopic means, patients could enjoy much faster recovery from surgery, with a much quicker return to a high quality of life. This would mean that patients could begin any necessary chemotherapy or radiation treatments sooner, and be healthier when they undergo these treatments. The overall goal would be a lower mortality and higher quality of life for patients facing a malignant diagnosis. 

    What gave you the idea to invent this technique?

    “Well, I have done hundreds and hundreds of laparoscopic cases where I removed benign ovarian tumors, and as a responsible surgeon I had to come up with a technique to remove these large masses while keeping all of morcellated pieces contained.  This was especially after all of the negative attention that morcellation has received following the 2014 FDA ‘Black Box Warning.’ As a minimally invasive surgeon, I knew that simply cutting the patient open was not the best I could do for my patients. After studying some other in-bag morcellation techniques, I developed this technique which has the versatility to be used on even extremely large masses.” 

    What gave you the idea to qualify for a world record?

    “The idea first came to me after talking to some of my friends and colleagues about the huge tumor that we performed the laparoscopic cancer staging on. Upon hearing about the 17cm tumor we removed with in-bag morcellation, I was really humbled to hear many of them say that they had never heard of a minimally invasive cancer staging surgery on that large of a mass. One of my colleagues actually said, “That has to be some kind of record.”  It kind of stuck in my head, so after I talked about it with my office staff, some very smart and motivated people at my office actually DID check to see if it was a world record, and published it. I'm very grateful to my amazing clinical staff, and I really do hope this helps bring attention to promoting minimally invasive surgery.” 

    What does this technique mean for Ovarian Cancer patients with large tumors? 

    “The In-Bag morcellation technique itself is great for large tumors whether they are malignant or benign, and allows you to remove extremely large tumors through a small hole, actually smaller than a dime.  The other option, which is cutting the patient open, has more postoperative pain, more complications and blood loss, and a lot longer recovery. So all patients who receive minimally invasive surgery will benefit. When you combine this technique with a laparoscopic cancer staging procedure, that’s when you see a real amazing improvement. You take a large, invasive procedure that has always been performed through a large painful incision, and you change it into a ‘keyhole’ surgery that a patient could even have on an outpatient basis. That’s a big difference.  Interestingly, just recently the National Cancer Institute of Milan in Italy just released their study on the differences between laparoscopic ovarian cancer staging and the traditional open procedure. After reviewing more than 3,000 cases, they found that the laparoscopic procedures were just as good in treating the cancer, and had less blood loss, fewer complications, and a quicker recovery. Most importantly, they showed that patients who also needed chemotherapy for their cancer were able to begin their chemotherapy significantly sooner after laparoscopic staging than those who had traditional open procedures. This means less time for the cancer to spread, and a quicker return for that patient back to what they really want, their normal lives back.” 

    What does this mean to you as a cancer survivor?

    “I underwent surgery and treatments after I was diagnosed with Mixed Cell Testicular Cancer in 2010. I am very lucky that the surgery for my stage of Testicular cancer was a very minimally invasive procedure, and that I had a good surgeon. I remember the horrible fear of ‘just not knowing what was going to happen,’ and I think that fear is really worse than any of the pain of the cancer or the treatments. When I woke up from the surgery, I really felt great, and over the next few days I had a very quick recovery. I was able to get back into my life quickly, and although I was still afraid of what was to come, I felt like I had the strength to fight. When I think about my patients with Ovarian cancer, I would like them to be able to come out of surgery feeling like they have the strength to fight, to take on the cancer.  I can imagine that when you are recovering from a one of these big, open traditional staging procedures, you’re in excruciating pain, you really can’t move, and you feel like you’ve just been hit by a bus. I’m sure you don’t feel strong and ready to fight the cancer at that point. You might just feel like giving up. If my technique can help even a few patients avoid that feeling, then that’s the most valuable thing in the world to me. That’s why I’m really passionate about what this new cutting edge technique can do for cancer patients, and I feel it can be just as valuable in the fight against cancer as the latest ‘big pharma’ wonder drug.”

     

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    Successful Complete Laparoscopic Staging of Ovarian Cancer in a Patient with a 17cm Malignant Ovarian Tumor

    Gregory J. Marchand MD, FACOG, FACS, SOEMIS, FICS

    Rachel L. Pile MS1 

    BACKGROUND:

    As minimally invasive surgery becomes more and more prevalent in the US, practitioners continue to push the boundaries of what procedures can be performed through minimally invasive means.  In this unique case, a 17cm mass was removed without spillage, and after removal of the mass the gynecologic oncologist was able to present and together the two surgeons were able to complete the omentectomy, lymph node dissection and complete the staging procedure completely laparoscopically.  This is the largest known malignant tumor to undergo successful laparoscopic stagin.

    ABSTRACT

    A 47-year-old Caucasian female presented with pelvic pain and suspected ovarian torsion. Patient was taken to the OR for severe acute pain, and was known to have a 17cm right sided ovarian mass.  On laparoscopy, the mass was found to be perfused with no evidence of torsion.  Frozen section after removal of the mass was found to be consistent with an adenocarcinoma. This entire tumor was able to be removed laparoscopically with the aid of blunt instruments and an in-bag morcellation technique, avoiding any spillage of the contents of the bag. The remainder of the staging procedure was able to be completed laparoscopically in conjunction with a gynecologic oncologist.

    INTRODUCTION

    Laparoscopy is often considered preferable to open procedures by patients and surgeons alike. It is associated with a decrease in cost, recovery time, pain, and postoperative complications [1]. One practice that is often used to aid laparoscopic procedures is morcellation, a method of cutting up larger pieces of tissue in order to be removed through smaller incisions. In recent years, electro-mechanical morcellation has become a point of controversy, due to the risk of dissemination of malignant tissue. This prompted the FDA to release new guidelines and contraindications for the procedure in 2014, heavily restricting its use in gynecological surgery [2]. These concerns have led to a decrease in laparoscopic surgeries overall, despite the clear benefits to the minimally invasive route [3]. Here we describe a new technique of laparoscopically removing a 17-cm ovarian adenocarcinoma from a 47-year-old Caucasian female with the use of power morcellation within a containment bag in order to minimize the risk of tissue dissemination.

    INITIAL PRESENTATION

    A 47-year-old nulligravid, morbidly obese, Caucasian female had a history of a 6 cm left adnexal cystic mass that had been followed for greater than two years. During that time, there was no significant change in character of the mass and the patient’s CA-125 levels remained within normal limits for a pre-menopausal female.

    The patient had an onset of severe lower pelvic pain following a vigorous workout and was inclined to call an ambulance. At the time of ambulance arrival, her pain had largely resolved, and therefore, she did not present for care at that time. She later arrived to the Emergency Department complaining of severe primarily lower abdominal and pelvic pain.  Transvaginal ultrasound and computed tomography scan revealed a large left-sided complex adnexal mass. Labs included a white blood cell count of 9.3, hemoglobin of 4.1, hematocrit of 41.2, and platelet count of 260. Follicle stimulating hormone and CA-125 levels remained pending at that time. Patient’s reported history and imaging studies led to an initial suspicion of ovarian torsion. Although unable to completely rule out the possibility of malignancy, it was reassuring that the mass had been followed and stable for greater than two years and CA-125 levels had remained within normal limits during that timeframe.

    PROCEDURE

    Patient was taken to the operating room for an emergency laparoscopy.  A weighted speculum was placed in the vagina and the cervix was grasped with a sharp tooth tenaculum in order to install a Valtchev manipulator in the cervix for uterine manipulation. A Veress needle was placed in the abdominal cavity through a small incision at the bottom of the umbilicus and found to be in good position with the saline needle drop test, saline needle withdrawal test, and saline needle injection test. The abdominal cavity was then insufflated to a pressure of 15 mmHg. Next, an 11-mm blunt laparoscopic trocar was placed in the abdominal cavity. Two laparoscopic trocar ports were placed, one midline, approximately 3 cm above the pubis symphysis and a second approximately 8 cm to the right of that position. Washings of the abdominal cavity were collected and sent to pathology for analysis.

    Inside the abdominal cavity, findings were largely within normal limits with the exception of the right ovary. The right ovary had no sign of torsion, but was replaced by a 17-cm, large, smooth-appearing white mass. A LigaSure bipolar coagulation device was used to divide the right fallopian tube from its origin at the uterus, and the dissection was carried down along the outer edge of the fallopian tube across the infundibulopelvic ligament in order to disconnect the right ovary. A 15-mm EndoCatch bag was placed through the umbilical port. Using several wavy graspers, the mass was then scooped into the EndoCatch bag without rupture, and we were able to exteriorize the mouth of the bag prior to any rupture of the mass.  Therefore, I believe we mostly eliminated the possibility of spilling the contents into the abdominal cavity.  There was extensive morcellation of the mass as it was removed through the 15-mm umbilical port. The frozen section was sent to Pathology and was discovered to be consistent with an adenocarcinoma.

    Gynecologic Oncology was then contacted to assist with the remainder of the staging procedure, which was performed laparoscopically. This included total laparoscopic hysterectomy, bilateral pelvic and periaortic lymph node dissection, omentectomy and left salpingo-oophorectomy.

    On follow-up with the patient 21 months after the procedure, there has been no recurrence of the malignancy and no reported complications.

    DISCUSSION

    In recent years, the use of electro-mechanical morcellation in gynecological surgeries has become a point of controversy. The United States Food and Drug Administration released a safety communication in 2014 on the risks of dissemination of malignancies when using electro-mechanical morcellation. It includes two new contraindications against power morcellation for fibroid removal in peri-menopausal or post-menopausal women, or those who are candidates for en bloc tissue removal, as well as for any gynecological surgery involving tissue that is suspected to contain malignancy [2]. This new technique, as described above, effectively minimizes these risks by using blunt instruments to cautiously transfer a large mass into a containment bag for morcellation and removal, while avoiding rupture of the bag itself.

    After this patient’s tumor was removed, the remainder of the staging procedure was also able to be completed laparoscopically, an outcome that can make a very large difference to cancer patients especially. A reduction in recovery time will allow patients to begin the next steps in their treatment, such radiation or chemotherapy, sooner than those who undergo open procedures.

    This method opens up discussion on more widespread use of minimally invasive surgery. If further studies support its efficacy in preventing tissue dissemination, it has the potential to lead to an increase in candidates for laparoscopy, the removal of larger masses through smaller holes, and ultimately better outcomes for patients.

    CONCLUSION

    While this report covers only a single case, this method is step in the right direction for Gynecology as a whole and further studies are certainly necessary. The controversy surrounding the use of power morcellation in gynecological surgeries has led to a decrease in minimally invasive procedures which would otherwise be beneficial to patients [1,3]. This new technique of in-bag morcellation with the aid of blunt instruments has the potential to circumvent these risks, providing the ability to perform laparoscopies on large ovarian malignancies without spreading cancerous tissue.

     REFERENCES
    Medeiros LR, Stein AT, Fachel J, et al. Laparoscopy versus laparotomy for benign ovarian tumor: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Gynecol Cancer 2008; 18:387.
    http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/AlertsandNotices/ucm424443.htm  (Accessed on January 25, 2017).
    Lum DA, Sokol ER, Berek JS, et al. Impact of the 2014 Food and Drug Administration Warnings Against Power Morcellation. J Minim Invasive Gynecol 2016; 23:548.
     

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    Beyond new fibers and yarns, some innovators are looking to embed textiles with sensors to create “smart fabric.” Keith McMillen, who heads BeBop Sensors in California, explains that his firm does this by chemically treating fabric with conductive polymer coatings.

    When a user stretches or puts pressure on the fabric sensors, current flow is affected, McMillen says. Printed electronic traces bring signals from the sensors to a computer chip that can measure a runner’s gait, monitor a wearer’s heart rate, or sense a person’s body temperature.

    BeBop recently introduced a control glove for virtual-reality enthusiasts. Equipped with haptic sensors, the glove allows users to “feel” objects virtually when playing computer games. Also on the drawing board are car seat sensors linked to airbag deployment systems to better protect occupants in case of a crash, McMillen says.

     


    Macsales.com LogoMacsales com 5K iMac Memory

    MACSALES.COM OFFERS MEMORY UPGRADES UP TO 32GB FOR NEW APPLE iMAC 21.5”
    -Savings Up to 47% vs. Factory
     

    Woodstock, IL, June 19, 2017 – MacSales.com, a leading zero emissions Mac and PC technology company, announced today the availability of new OWC Memory Upgrade Kits, with up to 32GB of memory for the 2017 Apple iMac 21.5” with Retina 4K display introduced last week at the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in San Jose.  

    OWC DDR4 memory, compatible with the new iMac, is available now for immediate shipment to customers. Upgrading memory in iMac boosts performance and helps the new iMac deliver visual effects and 3D graphics, allowing the editing of multicam projects in Final Cut Pro X, with up to five streams of 4K video. For over 20 years, MacSales.com has provided the memory upgrades that allow the iMac (and all other Mac laptops and desktops) to operate at maximum potential, delivering faster video editing, faster gaming and faster 3D graphics.  

    Save Hundreds of Dollars Compared to Apple Factory Upgrades

    New iMac owners seeking to upgrade their RAM can select the 16GB OWC memory upgrade from MacSales.com and save hundreds over factory cost. Owners can max-out their RAM with the 32GB OWC memory upgrade and save an incredible $280 over factory cost. For further savings, iMac with Retina 4K display owners can trade-in their factory memory modules.  

    Memory Upgrade Options for 2017 21.5” iMac
    These iMac-specific memory kits include memory, tools and more – everything you need to upgrade your 2017 21.5” iMac:

    • 16GB Memory Upgrade Kit (8GB x 2 Matched Pair/Set) – starting at $154.99

    • 32GB Kit (16GB x 2 Matched Pair/Set) – starting at $319.99

      • Maximize memory value and capacity

    All OWC brand memory upgrades are assured to perform flawlessly and are covered by a Lifetime Advance Replacement Warranty and Money Back Guarantee. See all memory options available for all Apple iMac models in the iMac Memory Guide.  

    Great Memory Upgrade Value vs. Factory for Your iMac

    Mac performance experts recommend selecting the least amount of factory installed RAM when ordering any user-upgradeable iMac, taking advantage of significant cost savings by choosing OWC memory.  To assist every level of do-it-yourselfer with memory upgrades, a wide selection of FREE installation videos can be found at: https://eshop.macsales.com/installvideos/. 

    The Trusted Name in Mac Memory
     

    MacSales.com offers OWC memory upgrades for nearly every current and past Apple notebook and desktop computer manufactured during the past two decades, including Power Mac, iMac, MacBook, MacBook Pro, Mac Pro Xeon, Xserve, iBook, and PowerBook computers. By maintaining an active state-of-the-art test lab, OWC ensures its memory upgrades offer the highest product quality and reliability, backing them with an OWC Lifetime Advance Replacement Program and 30 Day Money Back Guarantee.  

    An easy to use, point and click compatibility guide for the correct upgrades for each specific Apple model, can be found online at: https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/apple/memory/  

    Storage Upgrade Options Extend to 8TB

    Apple iMac owners can also upgrade their iMac to 8.0TB of storage with an OWC iMac drive upgrade kit, which maintain correct system fan control with the OWC in-line digital thermal sensor. OWC hard drive upgrade kits include the OWC In-line Digital Thermal Sensor, which works through the iMac’s System Management Controller to reduce fan noise and maintain proper system fan control and are currently offered for all iMac models from 2009 to current. 

    About MacSales.com

    MacSales.com is the upgrade provider of choice for Apple and PC enthusiasts and has been providing memory upgrades for Apple computers since 1989. MacSales.com offers an SSD upgrade for nearly every Mac made in the last decade. Recognized for award-winning customer service, MacSales.com provides extensive U.S.-based technical support for Mac and PC users worldwide.  

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    Kidz Gear Deluxe Stereo Headset Headphones with Boom MicrophoneKidz Gear Deluxe Stereo Headset Headphones with Boom Microphone: winner of numerous awards, including USA Today’s 10Best Reader’s Choice Travel Award, the Kidz Gear wired Headphones with Boom Mic are ideal children’s headphones for travel and educational use.  The flexible boom microphone is lightweight and clearly picks up omnidirectional sound, features proprietary KidzControl™ Volume Limit Technology to ensure child-safe listeningavailable in gray, pink, or blue. Price: $19.99
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    Kidz Gear Bluetooth Headphones - Box PinkKidz Gear Bluetooth Stereo Headphones for Kids: designed specifically for children with no tangled wires, the wireless Bluetooth Headphones provide easy Bluetooth 4.0 set-up with KidzSync™ Auto-Syncing Technology and a high-quality audio experience for children. Available in blue and pink, the headphones also include a patented removable omnidirectional Boom Microphone.

    Price: $29.99
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    Kidz Gear Wired Headphones - 300 dpi white background colorsKidz Gear KidzControl™ Volume Limit Headphones: available in seven colors -- White, Pink, Orange, Blue, Green, Purple, and Gray, to match a child’s personal color preference and style, the headphones are compatible with all audio devices that use a 3.5mm (1/8”) audio jack.  Kidz Gear wired headphones feature the proprietary KidzControl Volume Limit Technology, which limits the volume to approximately 80% of the maximum volume output capable from audio devices in the market today. 

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    OWC ANNOUNCES SMART ALEC – AVAILABLE IN BETA NOW
    ESSENTIAL UTILITY FOR YOUR MAC DRIVES
    PREDICTS DRIVE FAILURES
     
    DON’T LOSE IMPORTANT DATA, PHOTOS,
     VIDEOS, & OTHER FILES TO DISK FAILURE AGAIN
     
    “A Check Engine Light for Your Disks” -- Constantly Monitors Drives with Predictive Failure Analysis
    For Mac Hard Drives, SSDs, Firewire Disks, & USB Drives
    Checks for Errors & Warns in Advance if Disks Have Failed or are About to Fail
    Free Download from the iTunes App Store -- $9.99 Upgrade Available
     
    SMART Alec Photo - in office 

    Mill Valley, CA, June 14, 2017 OWC, a leading zero emissions Mac and PC technology company, announced today SMART Alec https://www.smartalec.biz/, an essential Mac utility that constantly monitors and checks your Mac hard drives, SSDs, Firewire disks, and USB drives, warning you in advance if drives are failing or about to fail, so you’ll have plenty of time to back up and replace a bad drive. SMART Alec can help you avoid losing years of sensitive, irreplaceable data from databases, word processing, Excel, PowerPoint and other business files, precious photos and videos, music compositions, and more. SMART Alec is currently available in beta at: smartalec.biz/beta_test. The free final version of SMART Alec and $9.99 upgrade with additional features will be available in July. 

    A check engine light for your disks,” Smart Alec’s Advanced Warning System employs Disk Data Analysis and Predictive Failure Analysis, quietly working in the background to alert you if your drives currently have, or are developing  problems -- before it’s too late and you experience catastrophic disk failure. SMART AlecTM is available in July as a free download from the iTunes App Store, with a $9.99 paid upgrade with additional features, including USB/Firewire disk monitoring, email alerts, and more.  

    Drives Frequently Fail -- Why Wait Until a Disk Drive Fails to Take Action?  

    Although users expect hard drives to last forever, drives can frequently fail for numerous reasons, including overheating, power failures, surges from lightning strikes, water damage, and more. Once a drive fails, it can be virtually impossible or cost hundreds to thousands of dollars to reconstruct sensitive data through a computer technician or data recovery forensics company. Daily back-ups to a secondary drive are also risky, since unknowingly you may be backing up data from an already corrupted drive or to another drive with problems. Instead of waiting for the drive to fail or just hoping it won’t happen, users rely on SMART Alec’s continual background disk monitoring to protect sensitive data --Why wait until a disk drive fails to take action? 

    SMART Alec Free Version - Basic Features: 

            PREDICTED-TO-FAIL DISK: If your disk is likely to fail in the near future, you’ll get a “predicted to fail” warning.

            FAILING DISK: If your disk is already failing, SMART Alec will tell you right away, giving you time to replace your disk and save your crucial data.

            TEST YOUR DISK: SMART Alec will display a green bar by all disks that are healthy. Still worried? Get SMART Alec to re-test disks at any time.

            KNOW YOUR DISK: All the information about your disk is readily available with a disk log to track your disk’s history. 

    SMART Alec $9.99 Upgrade - Additional Features:  

    • “SMART Over USB”: the free version is for SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) drives only, not USB/FireWire drives. The upgrade adds failure prediction for most USB or FireWire connected drives, including most USB 3 devices.

    Email Notifications: in addition to desktop alerts, notifications are also emailed to you about failing or predicted-to-fail disks in case you are away from your disks.

    ·    Blink Disk Light: a light blinks on the actual disk corresponding to the disk tile you have selected in the Smart Alec application.

     SMART Alec Screen Shot - Drive Predicted to Fail 

    Available through iTunes App Store 

    The free SMART Alec essential drive utility and $9.99 SMART Alec upgrade with USB/FireWire disk monitoring and other additional features will ship July 2017, with the free version available through the iTunes App store. A Windows version is in development. For more information, see https://www.smartalec.biz/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SMARTAlec.biz/.  

    Free Beta Version Available Now   

    SMART Alec is currently in its final beta testing stage. To sign up as a beta tester, go to smartalec.biz/beta_test. In future releases of SMART Alec, users will be able to opt-in to share data about disk reliability and performance with SMART Alec’s self-learning disk failure prediction system, an algorithm which will analyze disk data from users to more accurately predict likely disk failure. Once opted in, users will get access to the most up-to-date statistics about the safest—and least safe—disks available and the reliability of the disks they are using. The latest beta, SMART Alec 1.0 b26, offers support for OS X 10.9 (Mavericks). 

    About OWC & OWC Holdings, Inc. (formerly SoftRAID) 

    Based in Mill Valley, California, SoftRAID was founded in 1996 by a small team of Mac software engineers. SoftRAID provides high quality storage solutions for Mac OS, including SoftRAID and SMART Alec. The company’s founders have worked with disk drives on Mac OS since the Mac Plus shipped in 1986. In 2014, SoftRAID was acquired by OWC, the leading manufacturer and upgrade provider for Apple and PC enthusiasts, and renamed OWC Holdings, Inc. SoftRAID is included with all preconfigured OWC ThunderBay RAID enclosures and will power the upcoming OWC Mercury Viper SSD that offers read speeds of 4.6 GB/s and write speeds of 4.0 GB/s. SoftRAID is available from the online store at: SoftRAID.com/store or as a 30-day free trial from SoftRAID.com/freetrial. For more information, see http://www.SoftRAID.com, http://www.smartalec.biz, and http://www.macsales.com.    

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    MACSALES.COM MEMORY UPGRADES ALLOW USERS TO MAXIMIZE
    IMAC 27” 2017 PERFORMANCE
     
    MacSales.com Offers up to 64GB of Memory to Help iMac 27” 2017 Owners Take Systems to the Top
     

    Woodstock, IL -- June 8, 2017 MacSales.com, a leading zero emissions Mac and PC technology company, has confirmed support for 64GB memory in all iMac 27” 2017 Models, up to double the factory offered maximum memory. With Apple offering only up to 32GB memory in some models, MacSales.com’s certified OWC memory is available now for all iMac 27” 2017 Models.  

    Upgrade Exclusive to Macsales.com 

    Apple offers up to 64GB memory in the i5 3.5GHz and faster model options (including i7 equipped 27” models), but only up to 32GB memory in the base 27” with i5 3.4GHz. MacSales.com has certified and supports 64GB memory for all 2017 Apple iMac 27” models, including the 3.4GHz version, allowing for up to double the factory-available memory. This upgrade is exclusive to MacSales.com, and allows users to take new iMacs to their maximum potential, to create with endless possibilities.   

    Memory Upgrade Options for 2017 27” iMac

    All OWC Memory Options include a Lifetime Advance Replacement Warranty: 

    • 4GB Module - OWC2400DDR4S4GB  $49.99

    • 8GB Module - OWC2400DDR4S8GB   $79.99

    • 16GB Module - OWC2400DDR4S16G  $149.99

    • 8GB Kit (4GB x 2 Matched Pair/Set) OWC2400DDR4S08P  $79.99

      • Add to factory 8GB for 16GB Total, Save $120 (58%) vs. factory 8GB option ($200 to go from 8GB to 16GB)

    • 16GB Kit (8GB x 2 Matched Pair/Set) OWC2400DDR4S16P  $149.99

      • Add to Factory 8GB for 24GB total, Get 50% More Memory + still save $50 (25%) vs. factory 16GB option

    • 32GB Kit (8GB x 4 Matched Pair/Set) OWC2400DDR4S32S  $279.99

      • Save $320 (over 53%) vs. factory option ($600 to go from 8GB to 32GB)

      • Keep or trade in factory 8GB for additional savings

    • 32GB Kit (16GB x 2 Matched Pair/Set) OWC2400DDR4S32P  $299.99

      • Add to factory 8GB for 40GB total

      • Maximize memory value and capacity

    • 64GB Kit (16GB x 4 Matched Pair/Set) OWC2400DDR4S64S  $579.99

      • Save $820 (over 58%) vs. factory option ($1,400 to go from 8GB to 64GB)

      • Keep or trade in factory 8GB for additional savings

    See all memory options available for all Apple iMac models in the iMac Memory Guide.

    MaxRAM Memory Certification Program 

    OWC memory modules and kits are fully tested, qualified, and MaxRAM Certified to ensure flawless operation. The OWC MaxRAM Certification Program determines the maximum amount of memory that can be utilized in specific Macs as validated by comprehensive, in-house laboratory tests. All OWC memory has a Lifetime Advance Replacement Warranty and Money Back Guarantee.  

    Rebates for Memory from iMac Intel Core i5 & i7 Models – DDR4 2400MHz Systems

    MacSales.com offers savings vs. Factory Memory options, and save even more when trading in existing memory: 

    §         Apple Original or OWC 4GB DDR4 module - $10.00

    §         Apple Original or OWC 8GB DDR4 Pair (4GB x 2) - $20.00

    §         Apple Original or OWC 8GB DDR4 module - $30.00

    §         Apple Original or OWC 16GB DDR4 Pair (8GB x 2) - $60.00

     

    The Trusted Name in Mac Memory
    MacSales.com offers OWC memory upgrades for nearly every current and past Apple notebook and desktop computer manufactured during the past two decades, including Power Mac, iMac, MacBook, MacBook Pro, Mac Pro Xeon, Xserve, iBook, and PowerBook computers. By maintaining an active state-of-the-art test lab, OWC ensures its memory upgrades offer the highest product quality and reliability, backing them with an OWC Lifetime Advance Replacement Program and 30 Day Money Back Guarantee.

    About MacSales.com
    MacSales.com is the upgrade provider of choice for Apple and PC enthusiasts and has provided memory upgrades for Apple computers since 1989. MacSales.com offers an SSD upgrade for nearly every Mac made in the last decade. Recognized for award-winning customer service, MacSales.com provides extensive U.S.-based technical support for Mac and PC users worldwide.

    Get social: follow MacSales.com on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.  

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    MACSALES.COM ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF NEW MEMORY UPGRADES WITH UP TO 64GB FOR LATEST APPLE IMAC WITH 27” RETINA 5K DISPLAY
           SAVINGS UP TO 58% VS. FACTORY
     
    For iMac 27” with Retina 5K Display Introduced at Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in San Jose
     
    Macsales.com Offers Memory that Allows iMac to be Utilized to Maximum Potential

    Woodstock, IL, June 7, 2017 – MacSales.com, a leading zero emissions Mac and PC technology company, announced today the availability of new OWC Memory Upgrade Kits, with up to 64GB of memory for the 2017 Apple iMac 27” with Retina 5K display introduced at the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in San Jose. OWC 2400Mhz DDR4 memory, compatible with the new iMac, is available now at www.macsales.com and will begin shipping to customers immediately. The new iMac delivers visual effects and 3D graphics allowing the editing of multi-cam projects in Final Cut Pro X, with up to five streams of 4K video. Macsales.com offers the memory that allows the iMac to be utilized to maximum potential. 

    Savings up to $820 Compared to Apple Factory Upgrade

    New iMac owners seeking to upgrade their RAM can select the 32GB OWC memory upgrade from MacSales.com and save $320 over factory cost.  Owners can max-out their RAM with the 64GB OWC memory upgrade and save an incredible $820 over factory cost. For further savings, iMac with Retina 5K display owners can trade-in their factory memory modules.  

    Easy Upgrades for Your iMac

    As with the original iMac model, a memory access panel on the rear of the newly announced iMac ejects via a simple push button located above the power input. Adding more memory is fast and simply, and involves installing new modules into the memory slots and reinstalling the access panel. Mac performance experts recommend selecting the least amount of factory installed RAM when ordering any user-upgradeable iMac, taking advantage of significant cost savings by choosing OWC memory.  A wide selection of helpful FREE installation videos can be found at https://eshop.macsales.com/installvideos/.  

    Memory Upgrade Options for 2017 27" iMac 


    All OWC Memory Options include a Lifetime Advance Replacement Warranty:

    • 4GB Module - OWC2400DDR4S4GB $49.99

    • 8GB Module - OWC2400DDR4S8GB $79.99

    • 16GB Module - OWC2400DDR4S16G $149.99

    • 8GB Kit (4GB x 2 Matched Pair/Set) OWC2400DDR4S08P $79.99

      • Add to factory 8GB for 16GB Total, Save $120 (58%) vs. factory 8GB option ($200 to go from 8GB to 16GB)

    • 16GB Kit (8GB x 2 Matched Pair/Set) OWC2400DDR4S16P $149.99

      • Add to Factory 8GB for 24GB total, Get 50% More Memory + still save $50 (25%) vs. factory 16GB option

    • 32GB Kit (8GB x 4 Matched Pair/Set) OWC2400DDR4S32S $279.99

      • Save $320 (over 53%) vs. factory option ($600 to go from 8GB to 32GB)

      • Keep or trade in factory 8GB for additional savings

    • 32GB Kit (16GB x 2 Matched Pair/Set) OWC2400DDR4S32P $299.99

      • Add to factory 8GB for 40GB total

      • Maximize memory value and capacity

    • 64GB Kit (16GB x 4 Matched Pair/Set) OWC2400DDR4S64S $579.99

      • Save $820 (over 58%) vs. factory option ($1,400 to go from 8GB to 64GB)

      • Keep or trade in factory 8GB for additional savings

    See all memory options available for all Apple iMac models in the iMac Memory Guide.

    The Trusted Name in Mac Memory

    MacSales.com offers OWC memory upgrades for nearly every current and past Apple notebook and desktop computer manufactured during the past two decades, including Power Mac, iMac, MacBook, MacBook Pro, Mac Pro Xeon, Xserve, iBook, and PowerBook computers. By maintaining an active state-of-the-art test lab, OWC ensures its memory upgrades offer the highest product quality and reliability, backing them with an OWC Lifetime Advance Replacement Program and 30 Day Money Back Guarantee. An easy to use, point and click compatibility guide for the correct upgrades for each specific Apple model, can be found online at: https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/apple/memory/.  

    Storage Upgrade Options Extend to 8TB

    Apple iMac owners can also upgrade their iMac to 8.0TB of storage with an OWC iMac drive upgrade kit, which maintain correct system fan control with the OWC in-line digital thermal sensor. OWC hard drive upgrade kits include the OWC In-line Digital Thermal Sensor, which works though the iMac’s System Management Controller to reduce fan noise and maintain proper system fan control and are currently offered for all iMac models from 2009 to current. 

    About MacSales.com
    MacSales.com is the upgrade provider of choice for Apple and PC enthusiasts and has been providing memory upgrades for Apple computers since 1989. MacSales.com offers an SSD upgrade for nearly every Mac made in the last decade. Recognized for award-winning customer service, MacSales.com provides extensive U.S.-based technical support for Mac and PC users worldwide.

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    BeBop Logo         BeBop Sensors Marcel Modular Data Glove

    BEBOP SENSORS ANNOUNCES MARCEL MODULAR DATA GLOVE SOLUTIONS FOR VIRTUAL REALITY OEMS

    Launches Low Cost Full-Featured Data Gloves with Haptic Feedback for VR/AR Applications
    Senses Knuckle & Abduction Motions of the Human Hand in 5, 10, & 14 Sensor Versions
    Video at: https://youtu.be/fM1UTwnIn6Q
     

    Berkeley, CA, June 6, 2017 — BeBop Sensors, Inc. www.bebopsensors.com, the leader in smart fabric sensor technology, announced today BeBop Sensors designed Marcel Modular Data Gloves for OEMS in the Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality markets. Designed for accurate control and navigation in VR/AR environments, the BeBop Data Gloves are available to OEMs in 5, 10, and 14 sensor versions. The data gloves provide haptic feedback and sense knuckle and abduction motion of the human hand. 

    Data Gloves for Real-Time Control of Games & Environments 

    BeBop’s basic configuration provides high speed sensor processing as well as a 6 or 9 DoF (Degrees of Freedom) IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) which measures acceleration and angular rate. Fast, deterministic sensing provides sub-frame latency at 120 Hz for real-time control of games and environments. Designed by award-winning musical instrument creator and BeBop Sensors CEO, Keith McMillen, McMillen said: “All controllers need to be accurate and fast. If latency is more than 6-8 milliseconds, you are out of the band.”  

    Tactile & Audio Haptics Communicate a More Realistic Touch Experience  

    Mezzanine boards can be added to the printed circuit board assembly stack to add functionality, such as translation and haptic electronics. Haptics built into the fingertips provide a four octave range for complex stimuli that can convey surface quality and object contact. These non-resonant haptic actuators help close the loop of interaction between humans and virtual devices with contact and continuous surface sounds that drive the actuators, communicating a more realistic touch experience. A haptic audio creation kit is available, enabling content creators to customize and add to the haptic library.  

    Using BeBop’s patented fabric sensor technology, BeBop Sensors’ Marcel Modular Data Gloves are an affordable and robust solution for VR/AR and gaming environments. Key features include:

    ·        Modular: Marcel is a modular data glove solution.

    ·        Accurate & Fast: 120 Hz sub-frame latency for real-time interaction.

    ·        Haptic Technology: contact and continuous surface audio drives haptic actuators. 

    BeBop Sensors-designed Marcel Modular Data Gloves are available exclusively for OEMs. For more information, contact BeBop Sensors at contact@bebopsensors.com, website: http://www.bebopsensors.com

    About BeBop Sensors 

    BeBop uses smart fabrics to create elegant sensor solutions for OEMs. Where things or people interact, BeBop Sensors comprehends force, location, size, weight, bend, twist and presence across any size, resolution and geometry. BeBop technology is robust and proven with over two million sensors in daily use. Based in Berkeley, California, BeBop Sensors makes things knowable for product designers and visionaries. For more information and demonstrations, see the BeBop Sensors website www.bebopsensors.com.

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    Thomas PR (631) 549-7575 Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com 
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    OWC/NEWERTECH FATHER’S DAY GIFT IDEAS
    FOR THE DIGITAL DAD 2017
    Mac/Smartphone/Tablet Storage & Accessories
    http://www.newertech.com and http://www.macsales.com http://www.owcdigital.com 
     

    OWC Envoy Pro mini PhotoOWC Envoy Pro mini - Fast 120GB SSD Thumb Drive:
    Dads will love this lightning fast 120GB SSD USB drive that fits in his pocket. This is not your average thumb drive -- elegant, light, and strong, Envoy Pro mini is a full-sized desktop-class SSD performance go-anywhere storage companion -- incredibly fast and perfectly portable for dad’s life on the move.
    Price: $119.99
    Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/owcenvoypro.html
    Buy at: https://eshop.macsales.com/item/OWC/ENVMKU3S120/


    OWC Mercury Elite Pro mini PhotoOWC Mercury Elite Pro mini - Portable Storage & Backup:
    Available from 60GB to 5TB, this is the portable storage drive for fathers who like to take hundreds of photos and videos of their friends and family without worrying about losing their files. The Mercury Elite Pro mini multi-interface storage drive for Mac & PC features USB 3.0 and 2.0 high-performance eSATA Plug and Play data storage and backup reliability with a choice of a SATA hard drive or Solid State Drive (SSD). The  Mercury Elite Pro mini delivers up to 600MB/s transfer speeds for demanding data storage and backup in an impact resistant, heat dissipating 5x3-inch brushed aluminum enclosure with super-quiet operation.
     
    NuGuard KX Case for iPhone 5S - Stars & StripesNewerTech NuGuard KX iPhone Cases for iPhone 7:
    Rugged without the bulk -- military drop tested cases for iPhones, including iPhone 7, 7 Plus, 6S, 6S Plus, 6, 6 Plus, 5S & 5C, and Samsung Galaxy S4. The NuGuard KX case is perfect for fathers that travel or work/play outdoors. Available in black, red, and blue, with unique design options, such as a U.S. flag.
    NewerTech 14-Piece ToolkitNewerTech 14-Piece Portable Toolkit:
    Featuring a rugged, zippered, woven-nylon kit with all the tools necessary to open most laptops, computers, and small electronics, this is the essential toolkit for a digital dad. Also perfect for opening smartphones, tablets, and other difficult-to-open but easy-to-scratch items, the toolkit includes 14 tools, including non-marring nylon pry tool “spudgers,” black nylon probes, Phillips and other screwdrivers, tweezers, scissors and more.

     

    FOR REVIEW COPIES OF PRODUCT OR FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
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    OWC HOLDINGS SHIPS NEW VERSION OF SoftRAID --

    MAC RAID SOFTWARE -- NOW WITH SoftRAID EASY SETUP

     

    SoftRAID’s New Easy Setup Application Now Makes it Super Easy to Create Advanced RAID Systems for Everyone Who Wants to Protect their Data against Sudden Disk Failure --

    For Photographers, Videographers, Editors, Musicians, Audio Producers, Database Managers and Anyone with Data Files That are Important to Them

     

    SoftRAID Easy Setup SoftRAID Lifestyle Photo

    Protects Your Precious Files Against Disk Failure

    Also Includes USB & FireWire Disk Failure Prediction Monitoring & Translation to Chinese

     

    Mill Valley, CA May 23, 2017 -- OWC Holdings, Inc., a division of OWC, a leading zero emissions Mac and PC technology company, announced today the launch of SoftRAID v. 5.6 RAID software featuring SoftRAID Easy Setup, which now makes it super easy to create a RAID system (redundant array of independent disks) from scratch to keep your precious files protected against disk failure and achieve faster data access. SoftRAID’s software RAID system is ideal for everyone who needs to safely store and backup massive amounts of data, including photographers, videographers, editors, audio producers, database and media managers, advertisers, archivers, and more. SoftRAID’s Easy Setup guides less technical users through the process of creating SoftRAID volumes, automating the process of configuring disks and making recommendations to help users setup their SoftRAID system. All users have to do is decide what the RAID volume will be used for and how much space to use (with hints from the application) -- SoftRAID Easy Setup does the rest.

     

    Additional new features in SoftRAID include the ability to monitor USB and FireWire disks for failure and impending failure and translation to Simplified Chinese (for both the application and documentation), in addition to the 5 other languages SoftRAID already supports: English, French, German, Spanish and Japanese. SoftRAID is available to purchase from www.SoftRAID.com/store  for SoftRAID lite at $49 and the full SoftRAID at $179.  A 30 day fully functional Free Trial of SoftRAID or SoftRAID Lite is available to download immediately from www.SoftRAID.com/freetrial.   

     

    New Features in SoftRAID 5.6:

    ·         SoftRAID Easy Setup: helper application guides less technical users through the process of creating SoftRAID volumes.

    ·         SMART over USB proprietary driver: extends disk checking and monitoring to most USB drives, including most USB 3/3.1 and many USB 2 drives, FireWire enclosures and FireWire 400/800 connected drives.

    ·         Supports 6 languages: now translated to Simplified Chinese, in addition to English, French, German, Spanish, and Japanese.

    ·         Supports Thunderbolt 3 devices: with sustained throughput of over 2.5GB/s on a single Thunderbolt 3 bus. You can even use two ThunderBolt 3 buses at the same time and create a volume which can read and write at over 4 GB/s.

    ·         Email Notifications: updated to support recent security enhancements in SMTP servers, includes support for almost all third party email servers.

    ·         Quick Start Guides: updated for both SoftRAID and SoftRAID Lite to include an entire section on using SoftRAID Easy Setup.

    ·         Features improved failover handling: in the event of Mirror (RAID 0), RAID 4, RAID 5, and RAID 1+0 disk failure scenarios.

    ·         Extends disk certification: to all 4Kn (4 KB sector) drives.

    ·         Compatible with all versions of Mac OS X: from 10.6.8 through the latest release of macOS 10.12 (Sierra).

    ·         Includes bug fixes: details of which can be found in the release notes.

     

    General SoftRAID Features:

    ·         Support for all Intel based Macs with Core Duo 2 processors or later.

    ·         Supports Thunderbolt 1, 2 & 3, eSATA, SAS, FireWire and USB 2.0, 3.0, 3.1 and USB-C.

    ·         Converts AppleRAID stripe (RAID 0) and mirror (RAID 1) volumes to SoftRAID.

    ·         Supports RAID 0, 1, 4, 5 and 1+0 (and non-RAID volumes) - (RAID 4, 5 and 1+0 volumes not available with SoftRAID Lite).

    ·         Supports TRIM (for SSDs) on all SoftRAID RAID levels.

    ·         All SoftRAID volumes can be startup volumes.

    ·         Supports volumes up to 4 petabytes (4,000 TB).

    ·         Supports up to 16 disks per volume and up to 32 volumes per Mac.

    ·         Automatic rebuilding of out-of-sync RAID volumes.

    ·         Fast Rebuilds for accelerated rebuild times.

    ·         Disk error reporting: SoftRAID monitors and logs all disk errors (often ignored by Mac OS).

    ·         Email notifications (not available with SoftRAID Lite).

    ·         Predictive failure analysis: gives advance warning of imminent disk failure on all disks which support SMART, most USB 3, 3.1 and USB C disks (enclosures) and also many USB 2.0, FireWire 400 and 800 disks.

    ·         Certify Disk: guarantees disk reliably read and write data (destructive, ideal for new disks).

    ·         Verify Disk: ensures entire disk can be read (non-destructive test for any-time use).

    ·         Validate volume: confirms your entire volume is readable and all parity data is correct.

    ·         I/O and error counters for every SoftRAID disk and volume.

    ·         Extended disk information, including hours of use, reallocated sector counts and media wear for SSDs.

    ·         Disk labeling and LED blinking to aid in disk identification.

    ·         Extensive logging of SoftRAID events.

    ·         Command line interface with dedicated man page (CLI not available with SoftRAID Lite).

    ·         Built-in recovery tools for recovering severely damaged partition maps.

     

    Pricing for SoftRAID, SoftRAID Lite, & Free 30 Day Trial

     

    SoftRAID version 5.6 is available now as a fully functional 30 day free trial at SoftRAID.com/freetrial, with pricing at just $179 through www.SoftRAID.com/store, Apple Certified Consultants, and retail outlets worldwide. It includes one year of free technical support via email. In addition, SoftRAID Lite is available for just $49 and includes support via online forum. SoftRAID Lite supports only non-RAID, stripe (RAID 0) and mirror (RAID 1) volumes. Users of SoftRAID version 4 can purchase an upgrade to version 5.6 for $89. SoftRAID requires Intel running Mac OS X 10.6.8 or later. Support for TRIM commands on SSDs require Mac OS X 10.7.5 or later. SoftRAID is known for their exceptional tech support, available nights and on weekends, in addition to standard hours. See customer comments at: https://www.softraid.com/pages/comment/customers_comments.html . For more information, see the website: http://www.SoftRAID.com and http://www.macsales.com,  Facebook: facebook.com/softraid.

    About SoftRAID & OWC Holdings, Inc.

    Based in Mill Valley, California, SoftRAID was founded in 1996 by a team of Mac software engineers to  provide high quality storage solutions for Mac OS. The company’s founders have worked with disk drives on Mac OS since the Mac Plus shipped in 1986. Available for Mac OS X since 2003, SoftRAID has earned its reputation as a rock solid product with great technical support -- the first to market with many key features,  including fast mirror rebuilds, full email notifications, bootable RAID volumes, disk certification, RAID volume validation, TRIM support on all RAID Levels, disk failure prediction, and more. In 2014, SoftRAID was acquired by OWC, the leading manufacturer and upgrade provider for Apple and PC enthusiasts, and renamed OWC Holdings, Inc. SoftRAID is included with all preconfigured OWC ThunderBay RAID enclosures and will power the upcoming OWC Mercury Viper SSD that offers read speeds of 4.6 GB/s and write speeds of 4.0 GB/s. For more information, see the website: http://www.SoftRAID.com  and http://www.macsales.com,  Facebook: facebook.com/softraid.

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    Video: https://www.facebook.com/SoftRAID/videos/324347741284991/ 
     
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    SoftRAID and the SoftRAID logo are registered trademarks of OWC Holdings, Inc.


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    OWC LogoVideoEdge Best of Show Award 2017 Logo - NAB 2017Thunderbolt 3 DockThunderbolt 3 Dock - back2

    OWC WINS NAB 2017 BEST OF SHOW AWARD

    FOR THUNDERBOLT 3 DOCK WITH 13 PORTS

     

    Most Powerful OWC Connectivity Solution at the Fastest Speeds

    for Laptops & Other Devices for Business & Creative Professionals

     

    Woodstock, IL, May 3, 2017OWC, a leading zero emissions Mac and PC technology company, announced today that the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock has won the NAB 2017 Best of Show Award presented by NewBay Media’s Video Edge. With an amazing 13 ports, the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock brings exceptional connectivity through a single Thunderbolt 3 cable, delivering unprecedented power and speed to laptops and other devices.

    Best of NAB 2017 Awards Given for Innovation, Feature Set, Cost Efficiency, & Performance

    The NAB 2017 Best of Show Awards are selected based on innovation, feature set, cost efficiency and performance in serving the industry. Thunderbolt 3 Dock was chosen because of its exceptional flexibility, connectivity with 13 ports, bandwidth of up to 40Gbps, with the capability to power the new 2016 MacBook Pro -- with an elegant industrial design. For creative and business professionals concerned with the limited port options on new Thunderbolt 3-equipped Macs or PCs, the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock is the ideal solution for connecting a wide variety of existing and future devices, including external hard drives, webcams, audio interfaces, Ultra HD displays, wired networks, and more.

    “We are excited to receive the Best of Show Award recognizing the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock,” said Larry O’Connor, Founder and CEO of OWC. “We feel that this new dock is the best expansion solution we’ve ever made, offering the incredible speed of Thunderbolt 3 technology coupled with 13 ports of connectivity, perfect for getting the most out of your laptop and all of the devices that keep your work and life powered and connected.”

    NewBay Broadcast & Video Group Vice President and Group Publisher Eric Trabb said, “The products nominated for the Best of Show program, now in its fourth year, provide an outstanding overview of new technology on the show floor and shine a spotlight on the very best.”

    The highly-anticipated OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock will be shipping this summer.  For more information, see https://www.owcdigital.com/products/thunderbolt-3-dock.  

    OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock NAB 2017 Best of Show Award Photo 

    About Best of Show – NAB 2017 

    NewBay’s Best of Show Award entrants are thoroughly vetted by a panel of industry experts. Winners receive the Best of NAB 2017 Award and are featured in Video Edge, the premiere publication for content production and delivery for every screen. Products are also featured in the special Best of Show Awards Program Guide, to be distributed in a digital edition to more than 100,000 NewBay subscribers after NAB 2017. For more information, see:  http://www.newbaymedia.com/.  

    About OWC 

    From production-grade SSDs and external hard drives to expansion products and enterprise storage, OWC delivers perfectly tailored workflow solutions for every creative project. Serving the Apple community worldwide since 1988, OWC is the most reliable manufacturer and upgrade provider of choice for Apple and PC enthusiasts with its extensive catalog of accessories, storage, and memory upgrades for nearly every Mac made in the last decade. Recognized for its award-winning products, as well as customer service, OWC provides extensive U.S.-based technical support for Mac and PC users around the world and comprehensive step-by-step installation and support videos.

    OWC is Green 

    OWC is the first technology manufacturer in the U.S. to become 100% on-site wind powered. Awarded LEED Platinum Certification (the highest level) by the Green Building Certification Institute, OWC actively participates in onsite recycling and other green initiatives throughout the company. For more information, see http://www.owcdigital.com.  

     

    The Speed to Create, The Capacity to Dream 

    Get social: follow OWC on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.


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    Thomas PR Logo StackedKaren Thomas, President & CEO, Thomas Public Relations is selected as judge for the 2017 CES Asia Innovation Awards held in Shanghai, China June 7-9, 2017 -- honoring the best in consumer electronics products from 19 innovative product categories, including drones, health tech, smart home and more. Info at: http://www.cesasia.cn/ #CESAsiaKaren Thomas, President, Thomas Public Relations

     

    KAREN THOMAS, PRESIDENT, THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS

    SELECTED AS JUDGE FOR CES ASIA INNOVATION AWARDS 2017

     

    CES Asia Innovation Awards Honor Creative Design & Engineering in

    Consumer Electronics Products & Technology

     

    April 17, 2017, Melville, NY – Thomas Public Relations, Inc. http://www.thomas-pr.com, the leading PR agency working exclusively with high-tech and consumer electronics brands, announced today that President and CEO, Karen Thomas, has been selected as a judge for the 2017 CES Asia Innovation Awards. The CES Asia Innovation Awards honor creative design and engineering in consumer electronics and technology products across 19 innovative product categories, including drones, health tech, smart home, and more. Owned and produced by CTA and co-produced by Shanghai Intex Exhibition Co. Ltd, CES Asia 2017 will take place June 7-9 in Shanghai, China.

     

    “I am honored to be selected to judge the best innovative technology products at CES Asia 2017,” said Karen Thomas, President and CEO, Thomas PR®. “Asia has become a hub for new ground-breaking technology that reverberates throughout the world with its unique ideas.”

     

    In addition to being a CES Asia Innovation Awards judge, Ms. Thomas is also a judge for the Edison Awards 2017, and has won numerous industry awards for Thomas PR’s social media and public relations expertise, including Long Island Business News “Excellence in Communication Award 2017 for Best PR Campaign 2017, PR News Social Shake-up Movers & Shakers Award 2017, Onalytica’s “Top 100 Influencers and Brands,” PRSourceCode’s  Top Tech Communicators Award, and TheBitbag.com’s PR Rep of the Year, among others.

     

    Ms. Thomas is also the creator of the innovative, original longest running Party List Guides for networking events at technology trade shows, The Official KarenNet Party List, covering international tech events for 20 years, including CES, NAB, Mobile World Congress, SXSW, Comic-Con, COMDEX, Macworld, E3 Expo, PMA, Cebit, PC Expo, Photokina, PhotoPlus, CTIA, and many more.

     

    About Thomas PR

     

    Thomas PR® has a 20 year history of successful PR campaigns for ground-breaking technology companies, such as BeBop Sensors, NewerTech, OWC, Welle, Kidz Gear, Olympus, The Great Kat, and more. Thomas PR has extensive relationships with national and international press, including The Today Show, CNN, Good Morning America, Fox-TV, Wired, BBC-TV, Stern, Vancouver Sun, and more. For more information, see the website: http://www.thomas-pr.com, Twitter: www.twitter.com/thomaspr,  Facebook: www.facebook.com/KarenThomaspr,  and Facebook Company: https://www.facebook.com/Thomaspublicrelations.

     

    About CES Asia

     

    Owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)™ and co-produced by Shanghai Intex, CES Asia is the premier event for the consumer technology industry, showcasing the full breadth and depth of the innovation value-chain in the Asian marketplace. Key global businesses come to this new event to grow and reinforce their brand by showcasing the latest products and technologies to consumer tech industry executives, foreign buyers, international media, and a limited number of consumers from China. CES Asia 2017 will be held in Shanghai, China June 7-9, 2017 and is the only industry event focused on the Asia-Pacific market. For more information, see: http://www.cesasia.cn.

     

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    KAREN THOMAS, THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS, INC. SELECTED AS JUDGE FOR 2017 CES ASIA INNOVATION AWARDSKAREN THOMAS, THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS, INC. SELECTED AS JUDGE FOR 2017 CES ASIA INNOVATION AWARDS
     

     
    CNBC The Rundown Welle interview with CEO Mark Zeng "This smart device turns any surface into an interface" with Dan Murphy, CNBC The Rundown
     
    by Dan Murphy, CNBC The RundownCNBC The Rundown Welle interview with CEO Mark Zeng "This smart device turns any surface into an interface" with Dan Murphy, CNBC The Rundown
    This smart device turns any surface into an interface

    Welle CEO Mark Zeng explains how Welle turns any surface into a smart controller with sonar technology and its many applications.
    CNBC The Rundown Welle interview with CEO Mark Zeng "This smart device turns any surface into an interface" with Dan Murphy, CNBC The RundownCNBC The Rundown Welle interview with CEO Mark Zeng "This smart device turns any surface into an interface" with Dan Murphy, CNBC The Rundown
     

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    Gizmodo on OWC by Christina Warren!
     
    by Christina Warren, GizmodoGizmodo on OWC by Christina Warren
     
    New Accessory Makes the MacBook Pro Actually Suitable For Pros

    Christina Warren
    1/04/17 7:40pm

    One of the biggest professional gripes about the new MacBook Pro—dongle issues aside—is its lack of upgradability. Apple made the decision to solder the storage onto the logic board (just as it does with RAM), making it impossible for users to upgrade past the capacity they choose at the time of purchase.

    Fortunately, longtime Mac accessory and storage maker OWC has a solution. Dubbed the OWC DEC, the device adds additional storage and ports to your MacBook Pro. Unlike other docks, this one actually is a dock. The MacBook Pro will sit on top of machine-milled aluminum that houses the NAND flash storage and additional ports.

    Although most people will probably use the DEC on their desk, it’s fully portable. The DEC will make the new MacBook Pro about the same thickness as the old 2012 MacBook Pro with an optical drive. It also adds some weight, but OWC says it should still weigh three to four ounces lighter than the 2012 optical drive MacBook Pro.

    I had a look at an early (but working) prototype model without ports and was impressed. Yes, this adds thickness and weight, but it also makes the MacBook Pro an actual pro machine.

    In addition to up to 4TB of additional storage, the DEC will also include:

    SD card slot
    3 USB 3 Type A Ports
    Gigabit Ethernet
    OWC told me they are also looking at offering mini-DisplayPort in certain configurations and may even look at adding an additional battery.

    Although you can’t upgrade the RAM (something no Apple laptop has allowed since 2012), this is probably the closest solution you’ll get to returning your Touch Bar MacBook Pro to what Apple used to offer back in the day.

    The downside to all of this is price. OWC isn’t announcing pricing—and the volatile nature of NAND memory chips made it difficult for them to give me an estimate—but expect it to be expensive. I was told that the 4TB model would cost less than what Apple charges to go from 256GB to 2TB on the MacBook Pro. Apple charges $1400 for that privilege, so prepare to spend serious money.

    I can’t fault OWC for its pricing structure though, this is a problem Apple brought upon itself when it decided to continue its evolution of turning professional tools into turnkey appliances. If you want a seamless way to upgrade the storage on your MacBook Pro and you want legacy ports, this is one of your few options.

    [OWC]

     

     

    Digital Trends on Welle Sonar Technology Based Smart Home Controller for IoT Devices by Clayton Moore!
     
    by Clayton Moore, DigitalTrends.comDigital Trends on Welle Sonar Technology Based Smart Home Controller for IoT Devices by Clayton Moore!
     
     

    New smart home controller Welle turns gestures into IoT commands
    By Clayton Moore — March 31, 2017 5:43 PM

    Why it matters to you

    Some experts in the IoT market claim voice recognition is the future, but gesture recognition technology is making its own inroads in the smart home space.

    There’s a new entrant in the race to control your smart home devices. A Chinese company called Maxustech has made a pretty good impression in the Kickstarter world with the Welle — a new smart home controller that uses sonar to recognize gestures as commands. It feels a bit like using the Force to turn your stuff on and off, which is pretty cool by itself.

    The developers claim the Welle is the first device of its kind to use embedded sonar to detect human motion for the control of smart devices and apps. It’s the same kind of tech that is used for high-level sensing in drones and currently being tested for self-driving cars by a variety of tech giants. Because it’s meant to be a universal controller, the Welle can be used to control a wide variety of devices including lights, televisions, speakers, door locks, thermostats, fans, and more.

    More: Researchers add gesture recognition to nearly everything

    The early bird price on Kickstarter gets you one Welle for $69, and Maxustech has raised over $30,000 based on a $20,000 goal. The product will be in beta testing by May 2017 with production beginning in September. Maxustech expects to start shipping in October 2017.

    In contrast to hands-free devices like the Echo and Google Home, Welle uses hand signals rather than voice commands to control smart home devices. It works by emitting low-level ultrasonic waves and collecting echoes that bounce back within its sensing areas. Then the device translates those echoes via software algorithms into commands for IoT devices, software applications, or other controllers. Because the device is designed to utilize the latest Bluetooth technology in concert with the latest sonar tech, it also consumes very little power.

    The Welle will detect gestures out to about a meter, and recognizes at least a dozen simple gestures. In a nifty programming trick, the Welle developers integrated a function where a letter of the alphabet can be assigned to a unique device. In other words, just dash out an “X” in the air, and you can fire up the dishwasher or turn on certain lights. The developers are also using an open application program interface to encourage software and hardware to redefine gestures and invent new functionalities.

    “Our goal was to create convenient control for people that could be used anywhere,” says CEO & Founder Mark Zeng. “Our team creates technology that adds pleasure to life by amplifying natural human ability. The feedback has been amazing.”

    The development of the Welle could also be the cusp of a new age in IoT control. A recent study by Juniper Research forecasts that by 2020 there could be more than 400 million motion- and gesture-tracking devices. The technology could also have a fundamental connection to rising technologies like virtual reality.


    Welle Logo

    Welle Makes Any Surface “Smart” Using Sonar Technology
    Tracks & Recognizes Unlimited Hand Gestures & Handwriting to Control IoT Devices
     
    Welle Smart Device Turns any Surface into a Universal Remote Control for use with:
    Lights, Windows, TVs, Doors, Thermostats, Coffee Makers, & More
    Controls PowerPoint Presentations & Connects with IFTTT -- For Android & iOS

    Welle Welle - PowerPoint at work - on wall Welle - cooking

    March 28, 2017, Shenzhen, China – Welcome to the modern world of controlling devices. Welle (pronounced vell-uh) is a smart device that instantly turns any surface into a “smart” interface using Sonar Technology through hand gestures. Welle http://getwelle.com/ gives you the ability to use unlimited simple gestures to control your favorite Internet of Things (IoT) devices, appliances, and apps – so powerful it even tracks your finger movements and recognizes handwriting. With Welle, the entire surface becomes connected to Sonar, allowing you to use hand gestures to control all your smart devices, such as lights, TVs, speakers, doors, thermostats, cameras, curtain/blinds, fans; and even PowerPoint presentations, apps, and IFTTT (If this, then that) conditional task applets, and more. Welle is launching today on Kickstarter at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1781885077/1423513448?token=74255447   

    Uses Most Advanced Sonar-based Gesture Control to Connect to All Kinds of IoT Devices & Appliances – Mounts on Wall  

    Welle works in the home, office, or anywhere with a Bluetooth connection. Simply place the tiny Welle on any convenient surface or location, or mount Welle on a wall with the included 3M stickers. Working as a universal remote for all kinds of IoT devices and appliances, Welle uses the most advanced Sonar-based gesture control, replacing the multiple traditional household remote controls for a convenient and enjoyable connected home and office experience. Welle recognizes standardized gestures and also lets you assign your own gestures or handwriting short-cuts to interact with devices everywhere in your life. 

    Creates Custom Gestures, Tracking, & Even Recognizes Handwriting  

    Welle means “wave” in German and Welle’s logo shows two fingers tracking human gestures with ultrasonic waves. Welle uses Sonar Technology, advanced ultrasonic signals used in the military, automotive and drone markets, that can accurately track human movements. Welle’s Sonar Technology transmits signal pulses and collects the reflected energy back from targets, identifying motions, gestures, and finger movements from the echoed signals. These echoes are translated into different instructions and words to IoT devices using an advanced hardware design and software algorithms. The Welle Sonar Technology tracks your fingers when you touch a surface and can even recognize handwriting motions, transforming them into customized actions. Conventional gesture detectors, such as those used in smartphones, only provide single gesture readings. In contrast, Welle provides rich information, such as trajectory data and digitized gestures, enabling a wide variety of control functions for everyday convenience.   

    Welle Controls Any Device, Anywhere Instantly:

    ·        Thermostats

    ·        Coffee makers

    ·        Lights

    ·        Windows shades/curtains

    ·        TVs

    ·        Doors

    ·        Speakers

    ·        Locks

    ·        Humidifiers

    ·        Fans/air conditioners

    ·        Outlets

    ·        Garage doors

    ·        Robot arms

    ·        PowerPoint presentations

    ·        Creates custom gestures

    ·        Assigns short-cuts throughout handwriting recognition or gestures (i.e. “C” for “make coffee”)

    ·        Changes volume and tracks when listening to music

    ·        Connects with IFTTT

    ·        Tiny size, weighing just 3.5 ounces, with measurements of 2.97” x 1.38” x 0.64”  

     

    Control Lights:                                        Control Speakers:

    Welle - Control Lights - Sonar Welle - control speakers - volume

    Control Thermostats:                                 Handwriting Recognition Shortcuts: 

    Welle - control thermostat  Welle - control coffee machine

    Painting:                                            DJ & Music Recording:

    Welle - painting2 Welle - DJ

    “Human hands are one of nature’s most perfect creations. They are highly sensitive and can manipulate objects with fine dexterity. The iPhone ushered in the era of touch control, but its under-glass technology diminishes the hand’s tactile feel, limiting the ability to control devices with a high degree of sensitivity,” said Mark Zeng, CEO, Welle. “Welle overcomes this obstacle by creating convenient controls for people at home and at work. The feedback has been amazing. People first say ‘Wow!’ and then they ask how they can get a Welle for themselves and their friends. We love that!” 

    Open API Now Available for Software & Hardware Developers 

    Welle provides an open API (Application Programming Interface) for software and hardware developers to redefine gestures, creating infinite possibilities for controlling devices and apps. Welle features a well-designed API, readable documents, example codes, and a developer community with full support. For moreinformation on the Welle API, see: http://www.maxustech.com or email: support@maxustech.com.  

    Tiny, Small Enough to Bring on the Road to Meetings, Hotels, & Coffee Shops –

    Pricing & Availability 

    Welle is tiny, smaller than a smartphone at less than 3 inches long, weighing just 3.5 ounces, lightweight and small enough to bring on the road to meetings, hotels, coffee shops, and anywhere else you go. Easy to install in just a few minutes with Welle’s app for Android and iOS users, users can setup Bluetooth connections between Welle and the target devices quickly by following the steps on the Welle app. Available October 2017, Welle will be priced at $99, with early-bird Kickstarter pricing of $59 for a limited time. For more information, see Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1781885077/1423513448?token=74255447 or http://getwelle.com/.  

    About MaxusTech – Making Machines Sense the World 

    Welle was created by a highly advanced team of scientists, visionaries, mathematicians, physicists, and electrical engineers at MaxusTech. Established in 2014, MaxusTech created Welle when they realized the limitations of current control methods and limited interactive surface on devices, which undermines the user experience. Based in Shenzhen, China, MaxusTech provides human-computer interaction technologies and novel HCI solutions to their business partners. Their goal is to make tools that address human needs by amplifying human capabilities to “Make machines sense the world.” MaxusTech is funded by top tier venture capital firms. For more information, see http://maxustech.com/, https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1781885077/1423513448?token=74255447, email: support@maxustech.com.  

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    Welle - gesture recognition

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    Thomas PR Logo Stacked New! KAREN THOMAS, THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS WINS THE PR NEWS SOCIAL SHAKE-UP MOVERS AND SHAKERS AWARD 2017 FOR TOP INDUSTRY THOUGHT LEADERS IN THE USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA FOR THEIR BRAND OR CLIENT! Karen Thomas, President, Thomas Public Relations

     

    KAREN THOMAS, PRESIDENT, THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS

    AWARDED PR NEWS “MOVERS & SHAKERS AWARD 2017

     Awarded for Top Industry Thought Leadership in the Use of Social Media 

    March 20, 2017, Melville, NY – Thomas Public Relations, Inc. http://www.thomas-pr.com, the #1 award-winning consumer electronics and technology PR agency, announced today that Karen Thomas, President & CEO, Thomas Public Relations, has been awarded the PR News “Movers & Shakers Award 2017” for top industry thought leadership in the use of social media. Ms. Thomas was recognized for the social media campaigns for Thomas PR’s technology brands and clients that shake up the social media scene, navigating the ins and out of live streaming, SEO, storytelling, social selling, Snapchat, Instagram, and more. 

    The Movers and Shakers Award 2017 will be presented at The Social Shake-Up Show, held May 22-24, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. Winners were judged on the measurable positive effects their social media leadership had for their brands and clients, and how they have demonstrated that they are industry leaders in the use of social media.  

    “I’m honored to be awarded as a mover and shaker with social media savvy campaigns and strategies for the tech industry,” said Karen Thomas, President & CEO, Thomas Public Relations, Inc. “Thomas PR prides itself in outside-the-box campaigns that bring time-honored results for our clients.” Ms. Thomas and Thomas PR are the winners of numerous industry awards for the agency’s social media and public relations acumen, including Long Island Business News “Excellence in Communication Award 2017” for Best PR Campaign, Onalytica’s “Top 100 Influencers and Brands,” PRSourceCode’s  Top Tech Communicators Award, and TheBitbag.com’s PR Rep of the Year. The creator of the original and longest running Party List guides for networking at technology trade shows, The Official` KarenNet Party List,” Ms. Thomas is also a judge for the Edison Awards 2017. 

    About Thomas PR 

    Thomas PR® has an over 15 year history of successful PR campaigns for ground-breaking technology companies, such as Olympus, BeBop Sensors, NewerTech, OWC, Kidz Gear, The Great Kat, and many more. Thomas PR has extensive relationships with national and international press, including The Today Show, CNN, Good Morning America, Fox-TV, Wired, BBC-TV, Stern, Vancouver Sun, and more. For more info, see the website: http://www.thomas-pr.com, Twitter: www.twitter.com/thomaspr,  Facebook: www.facebook.com/KarenThomasprFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thomaspublicrelations . 

    About Movers & Shakers Award

     

    Sponsored by PR News and Social Media Today, The Movers & Shakers Award will be presented at The  Social Shake-up, the premier social media conference redefining what social media means for businesses and brands. The Social Shake-Up will be held May 22-24, 2017 at The W Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia. For more information, see: http://www.socialshakeupshow.com/.

     

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    GUITAR PLAYER MAGAZINE NAMES THE GREAT KAT “50 SENSATIONAL FEMALE GUITARISTS”!
    by Michael Molenda, Guitar Player Magazine
     
     
    "Kat (born Katherine Thomas) may be one of the fastest guitarists of all time.” - Michael Molenda, Guitar Player Magazine
     
    GUITAR PLAYER MAGAZINE NAMES THE GREAT KAT “50 SENSATIONAL FEMALE GUITARISTS”! “The Great Kat. This Juilliard-trained violinist’s turbocharged, speed-metal readings of classical pieces were pretty astounding when she first appeared…They’re still impressive, in fact, and Kat (born Katherine Thomas) may be one of the fastest guitarists of all time.” – Michael Molenda, Guitar Player Magazine READ at http://www.guitarplayer.com/artists/1013/50-sensational-female-guitarists/62327
     
     "50 Sensational Female Guitarists"
    The Great Kat
    A belligerent self-promoter with zero patience for crap guitar technique, The Great Kat’s September 2005 GP interview, quite frankly, scared the holy heck out of lots of our readers. But this Juilliard-trained violinist’s turbocharged, speed-metal readings of classical pieces were pretty astounding when she first appeared in the late 1980s. They’re still impressive, in fact, and Kat (born Katherine Thomas) may be one of the fastest guitarists of all time. If only she’d quit screaming at us. —MM
    Notable Gear: Burns Scorpion, Jackson V-style.
     
    THE OFFICIAL KARENNET SXSW PARTY LIST MARCH 10-19, 2017 – AUSTIN, TXTHE OFFICIAL KARENNET SXSW PARTY LIST MARCH 10-19, 2017 – AUSTIN, TXNew! THE OFFICIAL KARENNET SXSW PARTY LIST MARCH 10-19, 2017 – AUSTIN, TX

    Thomas PR Logo StackedThomas PR awarded Long Island Business News Excellence in Communication 2017 for Best PR Campaign

     

    THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS WINS LONG ISLAND BUSINESS NEWS “EXCELLENCE IN COMMUNICATION AWARD 2017”

    BEST PR CAMPAIGN  

     

    Awarded for PR Campaign for the Chinese Government Promoting the CITE 2017 Event April 2017 in Shenzhen, China & Co-sponsored by the Ministry of Industry & Information Technology & Shenzhen Municipal People’s Government 

    February 23, 2017, Melville, NY – Thomas Public Relations, Inc. http://www.thomas-pr.com, the #1 award-winning consumer electronics and technology PR firm, announced today that it has won the Long Island Business News “Excellence in Communication Award 2017” for Best PR Campaign. The Award recognizes top industry professionals for excellence in marketing, communications, public relations, website and graphic design. Thomas PR was honored for their international press conference for the Chinese Government for the CITE 2017 (China Information Technology Expo) show to be held April 2017 in Shenzhen, China and co-sponsored by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and Shenzhen Municipal People’s Government.

     

    Thomas PR promoted the CITE 2017 show through a standing-room only international Press Conference which took place on January 6, 2017 in Las Vegas at the CES Consumer Electronics Trade Show -- the mecca of the technology industry. The CITE Press Conference featured attendees from all over the world, and was held in English and Mandarin, translated through an on-site robot using artificial intelligence. Thomas PR brought together high-level international press and prospective CITE exhibitors from all over the world, including CNN, ABC-TV, Engadget, CBS Radio, PBS-TV, ABC-TV, NY Times, Techlima (Brazil), Estilo Magazine (Honduras), L’Economiste (France), MingJian (China), China Daily USA, CBS-TV, Grazia Magazine (Italy), Technet (Czechoslovakia), CBC Radio Canada, Home Theater (Israel), CBNTV (Australia), Sing Tao Daily (China), iFLYTEK, Costco, Radii Robotics, and more.

     

    “We are honored to be selected by the leading Long Island business publication, Long Island Business News for Best PR Campaign for our work with the Chinese government. Thomas PR is known throughout the tech industry for representing the best cutting-edge technologies with clients from all over the world, bringing these international technologies to the U.S.,” said Karen Thomas, President & CEO, Thomas Public Relations, Inc.

     

    About Thomas PR

     

    Thomas PR® has an over 15 year history of successful PR campaigns for ground-breaking technology companies, such as Olympus, BeBop Sensors, NewerTech, OWC, Kidz Gear, The Great Kat, and many more. The agency specializes in working with international clients from countries such as China, Japan, Germany, The Netherlands, France, Canada, and the UK, working with their unique customs, languages, and technologies, to market for optimal U.S. press coverage and marketing success. Thomas PR has extensive relationships with national and international press, including The Today Show, CNN, Good Morning America, Fox-TV, Wired, BBC-TV, Stern, Vancouver Sun, and more.

     

    Recently selected as judge for the Edison Awards 2017, Thomas PR President & CEO Karen Thomas is fluent in German and Spanish, with a working knowledge of Italian and French, and basic Japanese and Mandarin. The creator of the original and longest running Party List for technology trade shows, “The Official KarenNet Party List,” Ms. Thomas is winner of the Onalytica’s “Top 100 Influencers and Brands,” PRSourceCode Top Tech Communicators Award, and TheBitbag.com’s PR Rep of the Year.  For more information, see: http://www.thomas-pr.com

     

    About Long Island Business News Excellence in Communication Award

     

    The Long Island Business News Excellence in Communication Award recognizes top industry professionals for their excellence in marketing, communications, public relations, website and graphic design. The awards ceremony will take place on March 22, 2017 at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury, NY. For more information, see http://www.libn.com

     

    Contact:

    Karen Thomas / Eva Yutani

    Thomas PR

    (631) 549-7575

    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com eyutani@thomaspr.com 

    Website: http://www.thomas-pr.com 

     

    Karen Thomas, President, Thomas Public Relations

    Karen Thomas, Thomas Public Relations, Inc.

     

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    Thomas PR awarded Long Island Business News Excellence in Communication 2017 for Best PR Campaign

    THE OFFICIAL KARENNET MOBILE WORLD CONGRESS PARTY LIST FEB 27-MARCH 2, 2017 – BARCELONA, SPAINTHE OFFICIAL KARENNET MOBILE WORLD CONGRESS PARTY LISTTHE OFFICIAL KARENNET MOBILE WO

    RLD CONGRESS PARTY LIST FEB 27-MARCH 2, 2017 – BARCELONA, SPAIN

    Thomas PR Logo StackedKaren Thomas, Thomas Public Relations, Selected as Judge for Edison Awards™ 2017

    KAREN THOMAS, THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS, INC.

    SELECTED AS JUDGE FOR EDISON AWARDS 2017

     

    February 6, 2017, Melville, NY – Thomas Public Relations, Inc. http://www.thomas-pr.com, leading public relations agency for technology and consumer electronics, announced today that Karen Thomas, President & CEO, Thomas PR, has been selected as a judge for the Edison Awards™ 2017 for the most innovative products and business leaders in the world. The Edison Awards are among the most prestigious accolades honoring excellence in new products, services, design, and innovations http://www.edisonawards.com/  

    “I am honored to be selected by the Edison Awards to judge the best of the best in technology products and services,” said Karen Thomas, President & CEO, Thomas PR.  

    About Thomas PR 

    Thomas PR® has an over 15 year history of successful PR campaigns for ground-breaking technology companies, such as BeBop Sensors, NewerTech, OWC, Kidz Gear, Olympus, The Great Kat, and many more. Thomas PR has extensive relationships with national and international press, including The Today Show, CNN, Good Morning America, Fox-TV, Wired, BBC-TV, Stern, Vancouver Sun, and more.

     

    Recently named “Top 100 Influencers and Brands” by Onalytica, the leading social media influencer analyst group, Thomas PR is the creator of the original and longest running Party List for technology trade shows, “The Official KarenNet Party List.” Thomas PR is also the winner of the 2009 PRSourceCode Top Tech Communicators Award, TheBitbag.com’s PR Rep of the Year, and more.  Info at: http://www.thomas-pr.com

     

    About Edison Awards

     

    Originally established in 1987 by the American Marketing Association, the Edison Awards™ recognize and honor the most innovative products and business leaders in the world. The awards honor innovation, recognize achievement, and celebrate success from organizations across the globe, focusing on fostering innovation. The Edison Awards celebrate natural curiosity, support discovery, promote core skills, and help foster a deeper understanding of teamwork and experimentation.  For more information, see http://www.edisonawards.com/.

     

    Contact:

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    Thomas PR

    (631) 549-7575

    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com 

    Website: www.thomas-pr.com 

     

     

     

    Karen Thomas, President, Thomas Public Relations

    Karen Thomas, Thomas Public Relations, Inc.

     

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    THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS, INC.

    THOMAS PR ANNOUNCES THE KARENNET PARTY LIST AWARDS BEST PRESS PARTIES OF CES 2017! Thomas PR is the Publisher of The KarenNet Party List – the Longest Running Technology Trade Show Party List 

    THOMAS PR ANNOUNCES THE KARENNET PARTY LIST AWARDS BEST PRESS PARTIES OF CES 2017 
     

    Thomas PR is the Publisher of The KarenNet Party List –
     the Longest Running Technology Trade Show Party List 

     

    January 11, 2017, Melville, NY – Thomas Public Relations, Inc. http://www.thomas-pr.com, the number 1 PR agency focusing on technology and creator of The Official KarenNet Party List, the longest running party list for technology trade shows, announced today its picks for The KarenNet Party List Awards for the Best Press Parties of CES 2017. Thomas PR scoured the CES technology mecca party scene, from January 5-8, 2017 in Las Vegas, attending numerous events listed on our “The Official KarenNet Party List” for the Top 7 KarenNet Party List Best CES Parties of 2017. 

    TOP 7 BEST  KARENNET PARTY LIST AWARDS 2017:

    Best food: Gigabyte –at Caesar’s Palace. The Gigabyte reception featured filet mignon, chicken breast, risotto and Chilean Sea Bass and an assortment of exquisite deserts. 

    Best DJ: Lenovo/Tech.co – an annual event held at Aquaknox in the Venetian. Lenovo’s DJ got even the most uptight executive relaxed and dancing with current hits and even some line dances. 

    Best Live Music: Harman/Kardon – at Hard Rock. Sting entertained the captivated audience.  

    Craziest: Upload VR – at Moon Club in the Palms. The virtual reality party was amped up with acrobats and crowds dancing and milling about through the two level party at the Moon Club featuring views of the strip. 

    Most International: CITE 2017 - at Caesar’s Palace. The multi-cultural fete featured a robot that translated English and Mandarin with instant subtitles for international guests from 3 continents. 

    Best Giveaways:  Bluetooth Party – at Lavo in Palazzo. The fun giveaways included blue and white socks with the Bluetooth 5 logo and light-up drink stirrers with a glowing number “5” to accompany the blueberry/vodka signature cocktails. 

    Best Booth Party: Dok Solution – at LVCC Central Hall. A cool party and the only place you could get beer and drink karaoke at the same time during CES.

    About The KarenNet Party List Awards  

    The KarenNet Party List Awards for the Best Press Parties of CES 2017 celebrates the best in technology parties at CES. Award winners may post about their award using the hashtag #KarenNetPartyListAwards. For more info on the KarenNet party list, see http://www.thomas-pr.com/01/ces2017.html, Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thomaspr  @thomaspr, Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/karenthomaspr. For more information on Thomas Public Relations services, see http://www.thomas-pr.com.

    About Thomas PR 

    Recently named “Top 100 Influencers and Brands” by the Onalytica leading social media influencer analyst group, Thomas PR is the winner of the 2009 PRSourceCode Top Tech Communicators Award, TheBitbag.com’s PR Rep of the Year, and more. For more info, see website: http://www.thomas-pr.com, Twitter: www.twitter.com/thomaspr,  Facebook: www.facebook.com/KarenThomasprFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thomaspublicrelations .

     

    Press Contact:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR (631) 549-7575
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com 
    Website: http://www.thomas-pr.com  http://www.thomaspr.com 
     
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    "TERROR" NEW MUSIC VIDEO About 9/11 From THE GREAT KAT - WORLD PREMIERE FREE on AMAZON PRIME at https://www.amazon.com/Great-Kat-Terror/dp/B01MDUQB9U AMAZON PREMIERES THE GREAT KAT’S NEW MARDI GRAS MUSIC VIDEO: BAZZINI'S "THE ROUND OF THE GOBLINS"! LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL!! "TERROR" NEW MUSIC VIDEO About 9/11 From THE GREAT KAT - WORLD PREMIERE FREE on AMAZON PRIME at https://www.amazon.com/Great-Kat-Terror/dp/B01MDUQB9U New! BAZZINI'S "THE ROUND OF THE GOBLINS" & "TERROR" NEW MUSIC VIDEOS From THE GREAT KAT - WORLD PREMIERE FREE on AMAZON PRIME at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N382ZYX/ & https://www.amazon.com/Great-Kat-Terror/dp/B01MDUQB9U
     

    CITE 2017 NEWS:

    Click to Read PDFs:

    -CES 2017 Press Reception - CITE 2017 Speech by Mr.Wushengwu, MIIT
     
    -CES 2017 Press Reception - CITE 2017 Speech by Organizer Mr. Chenwenhai
     
    -CES 2017 Press Reception - CITE 2017 Speech from CVIA
     
    -Highlights CITE 2017 Exhibitors - English
     
    -Highlights CITE 2017 Exhibitors (Chinese and English)

    THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS, INC.

    THOMAS PUBLIC RELATIONS CLIENTS AT CES 2017:
     

    • JSK/Easy-Doks BOOTH #11235 – LVCC Central: Dok teams up with Amazon to Launch Dok Talk CR25 voice activated 6 device charger - Charge & listen to music and more with voice-activated Hi-Fi Bluetooth speaker system. DOK PRESS RECEPTION AT CES 2017 – Friday, January 6 at 3:30 PM-6:00 PM Booth #11235 LVCC Central Hall. Invite: http://www.thomas-pr.com/easydoks/easydoksinvite.html  RSVP: Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR (631) 549-7575, email: kthomas@thomaspr.com  or eyutani@thomaspr.com. Dok Website: http://doksolution.com/

     

    CITE 2017 PRESS DINNER RECEPTION AT CES 2017 - CITE is the Tech Festival with the hottest & most trending innovative Chinese companies attracting global attention – CITE Press Dinner Reception: Friday, January 6, 2017 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Caesar’s Palace, Octavius Ballroom 11 (Caesar’s Conference Center - Promenade South) Invite: http://www.thomas-pr.com/cite/citecesinvite2017.html. RSVP Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR (631) 549-7575, cell: (516) 527-9111 email: kthomas@thomaspr.com  or eyutani@thomaspr.com.CITE Website: http://www.citexpo.org/en/

     

    • OWC: Meetings with Larry O’Connor, CEO, OWC for new storage and Mac accessories at the Venetian - OWC Suite
    OWC Website: http://www.macsales.com

     

    Press Contact to schedule meetings at CES 2017:
    Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
    Thomas PR (631) 549-7575 cell: (516) 527-9111
    Emails: kthomas@thomaspr.com  eyutani@thomaspr.com
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    NCR Silver - 10 Blogs Small Business Owners Should Follow in 2017 by Dave Johnson: "Karen Thomas, president and CEO of Thomas Public Relations, is a big fan of the Harvard Business Review and said it’s required reading for her staff. 'It provides a hard-core look into real-life examples of how to succeed in business'. -Karen Thomas"
     
     
    10 Blogs Small Business Owners Should Follow in 2017
    To be successful, be informed. These recommended blogs offer a wealth of advice and insight.
    by: Dave Johnson
    Harvard Business Review

    Karen Thomas, president and CEO of Thomas Public Relations, is a big fan of the Harvard Business Review and said it’s required reading for her staff.
    “It provides a hard-core look into real-life examples of how to succeed in business.” -Karen Thomas

    There’s something on HBR for almost every small business owner and aspiring entrepreneur. The Leadership Blogs are about promoting insights from business thought leaders. The Leading the Way blog presents essays from HBR’s corporate learning program. And the Management Tip of the Day is a daily, one-paragraph summary of longer articles from HBR magazine.

     

     

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