Consumer Electronics Daily News - Jan. 12, 2012 by Oser Communications

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FREQUENCY REVOLUTIONIZES ONLINE VIDEO VIEWING

Launches Platform and Three Consumer Products, Including Frequency for Samsung Smart TVs

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BLACKRAPID ESTABLISHES ITSELF AS A GLOBAL LEADER IN THE CAMERA SLING REVOLUTION

An interview with Kurt Peterson, President of BlackRapid, Inc. CEDN: Tell our readers a little about your company.

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ICONNECTIVITY MAKES WAVES IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY

We had an opportunity to catch up with Michael Loh, Founder and CEO of iConnectivity (LVCC, North Hall, booth 3922).

At CES 2012, Frequency is launching the world’s first personal video aggregation platform and its first three consumer

KP: BlackRapid designs, manufac-

CEDN: Last year when we met you, your company just launched iConnectMIDITM. Tell us how things moved along over this

AMERICA IS GETTING SMARTER ABOUT SMART ENERGY

PIONEER APPRADIO PLAYS YOUR SMART PHONE CONTENT IN YOUR CAR

MEET DR. DAN D. YANG: A MOM AND THE CREATOR OF VINCI

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By David Crane, President and CEO, NRG Energy

Smart homes just keep getting smarter. Options are improving every day to connect smart appliances, home energy management tools, electric vehicles,

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GLENN LURIE: CONNECT EVERYTHING WITH AT&T

Glenn Lurie is President of Emerging Devices, Resale and Partnerships for AT&T Mobility and Consumer Markets. He leads AT&T’s strategic initiative to drive innovation by bringing wireless connectivity to a host of new devices and applications and has responsibility for AT&T’s relationship with

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Larry Rougas, Senior Vice President, Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. discusses how Pioneer’s new products tap the power of the Internet to bring great entertainment into vehicles.

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TASER SAFEGUARDS CHILDREN FROM ONLINE DANGERS

An interview with Rick Smith, Founder and CEO of TASER International.

CEDN: What’s in 2012?

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An interview with Dr. Dan D. Yang, CEO, Rullingnet Corporation.

CEDN: Tell our readers about your company. What’s your main line of business?

DY: VINCI is a new category of learning

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NEW ADDITIONS TO THE SECRETAUDIO LINE FROM CUSTOM AUTOSOUND

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Now you have two options for operating your Secretaudio System:

Secretaudio SRMS―Completely Wireless: The new Secretaudio SRMS has all the features of the Secretaudio SST, plus a completely wireless RF

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SPEED YOUR PRODUCT’S APPROVAL & ACCELERATE TIME TO MARKET

The challenge of securing fast turnaround for electrical safety certification places manufacturers at risk for decreased market success and reduced revenue. At Intertek, their world-class engineers and global facilities provide a different experience. Continued on Page 129

SKINIT CEO BOB KING SPEAKS, PART ONE In this first installment of a two-part interview, the Chief Executive Officer behind Skinit reviews a year of progress.

CEDN: What’s your main line of business?

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MEDIACLIP TO UNVEIL ITS NEW GREETING CARD MOBILE APPLICATION AT CES Inc., a developer of software solutions for the personalization of printed products, will unveil its new mobile application for the creation of personalized cards. The new application will allow users to create products directly on their mobile devices, accessing their pictures from anywhere whether they are located on their phone or tablet, in the cloud like on social networks or on their favorite photo service provider’s account. In less than a minute, they will be able to create a personalized photo product such as a folded card or postcard using their

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favorite pictures with predefined themes and texts. When finished, the card can be purchased, printed and sent directly to the recipient using the finger friendly application. The user will also be able to share the project on FacebookTM for everyone to see, order or edit, if they want to create their own version of the design before ordering it. According to Marion Duchesne, CEO of Mediaclip: “We want to make sure that our B2B2C customers maximize every channel they use to connect with their community of users whether they are offering the online, desktop,

HEADCASE: THE ORIGINAL IPHONE BOTTLE OPENER CASE Headcase does it again! Bottle opener phone cases, Retractable Bluetooth HeadSet and even a device called Safe Key that stops people from driving impaired. The original iPhone bottle opener case, and the first to be patented, Headcase’s ingeniously cool phone case

features an integrated stainless steel bottle opener and can tab opener in a protective, rubberized, ultra thin hard-shell case. This stylish case is the world’s first case to come with a free app! Headcase puts the

kiosk or mobile version of our software. The greatest opportunity from the mobile environment is to be able to offer convenience to people on the go, which means pretty much everyone these days. The challenge for the photo industry is to be able to deliver memories instantaneously. Our mobile application does that!”. When asked about innovation, Christian Rondeau, Chief Innovation Officer adds “It is about developing cool stuff while delivering more value to our customers. We value our customers’ ideas and input. We take the time to look at every customer request, trying to understand where they come from and Continued on Page 36

“app” in happy hour: The App counts the tops you pop, displays pictures (from your library) and plays your songs/sounds of choice every time it cracks open a cold one. You can also set specific counters and track where you have been as you pop-tops. With the Free App, users can check-in with FaceBook, Twitter and FourSquare when opening a bottle or can. (http://www.BeA Headcase.com/freeapp) “Everyone needs a phone case. Why not buy a case that is fun AND functional? With our integrated belt clip that clips Continued on Page 36

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LUXURY HANDBAGS FROM BODHI TO BE PREVIEWED AT CES Luxury handbag and accessories line, BODHI, created and designed by Joseph Janus, will preview the new Tech Accessories Fall/Holiday collection at CES booth #26506. BODHI is offering the ultimate gear to carry your tech gadgets safely and stylishly. Artistic and architectural, all are made with Italian leather including ostrich and snake, BODHI Tech offers a wide range of products for your iPhone, iPad, MacBook Pro and MacBook Air with price variations between $78 and $128. The collection also includes accessories for Kindle Fire, Nook and just about everything tech-related. BODHI ushers in a new wave of lux-

ury by combining high sophistication, cutting-edge design and handmade quality. “There has been a definite lifestyle change; the consumer wants their iPhone and iPad cases to be as beautiful as their handbags and briefcases,” Joseph Janus notes. Merging the gap between fashion and function, BODHI Tech set itself apart from the standard options. Reinforced leather design guarantees total protection while allowing easy access to all buttons, controls and ports without removing the case. BODHI has specifically crafted and designed products for Apple, from the ultra-thin smart easel cover to the iPad

WHY NOT JUST BUILD-A-BOT? Move over Teddy Bear: Now you can snap together an inexpensive toy robot featuring customizable behaviors and unique social elements that help your child develop skills in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Meet Romibo―a do-it-yourself (DIY) robot for therapy, education and fun introduced by Origami Robotics of Pittsburgh, PA and developed at the NSFfunded Quality of Life Technology Center at Carnegie Mellon University.

Robot therapy has been shown to benefit children and other individuals with a wide range of social, emotional, and developmental disorders. Robots can create social engagement, promote emotional response and motivate positive behavior changes. But robot therapy is not yet widely available to the general public because existing prototypes have been too expensive. Romibo taps into the power of the quickly growing Maker community to

Easel. Both transform into a horizontal stand for optimal landscape viewing and typing. The iPhone wristlet for the iPhone 3 and 4 (It fits both!) also has space for your bank cards and ID and a separate pocket for bills, making life that much easier by having everything you need in one place. And last but not least, the ultimate favorite: the BODHI Multi view iPad Portfolio (pictured here), with four viewing angles and typing angles. Carry it under your arm or in your bag, or slip out the hidden handles to carry your iPad in the most stylishly functional way possible! BODHI Tech pieces, available for both women and men, can be purchased at: Apple, Bloomingdales, Dillard’s, inspire youth to build their own pet-like social robots using kits that are both highly affordable and programmatically adaptable. Interested builders order a Romibo robot kit online. Kits include all the necessary components and hardware needed to create the basic plug-and-play system. The robot features a unique modular design that is optimal for flat packaging, easy transport and quick assembly.

Macy’s, Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom. BODHI was established in 2008 by entrepreneur Angela Han and Creative and Design Director Joseph Janus. Based and designed in New York City, Han and Janus know how important form, function and style are. Each BODHI product is handcrafted with attention to detail using the finest Italian leather, materials and unique hardware. BODHI has four unique collections: women’s, men’s, travel and BODHI Tech, which includes cases and functional accessories for all tech gadgets from Apple to Xoom, made with the same attention to fine quality and functionality as you’d expect from its luxe handbag brand. See BODHI bags at booth: # 26506. After the show, visit www.BODHIBAGS.net, call 212-888-6288 or email JosephJ@BODHIBAGS.net. Builders can customize the robot’s appearance by selecting from several different robot skins. Building instructions and other files are also available online. Engaged builders can access mechanical part files, electronic schematics, and sample code to get their Romibo up and running. Romibo relies on standard off-theshelf Arduino electronics and a USB Continued on Page 36

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PEOPLE OF LAVA MOUNTS LET YOU MOVE YOUR TV, NOT YOUR FURNITURE Experience entertainment from a whole new angle. In fact, any angle you want! The mMotion Swing remote-controlled wall mount from People of Lava fits virtually every size and brand of TV, allows 180 degrees of rotation and even learns to work with your own remote control. This product is distributed exclusively by DKM International Ltd. and is now available in both Canada and the U.S.A. mMotion Swing is a motorized wall mount for flat-screen TVs. It comes in two different sizes, small and large. The small version is designed to support flat screens from 26″ to 37″, with a maximum weight of 55 pounds. To accommodate virtually every TV size, the

mMotion Swing also comes in a large version to accommodate 37″ to 55”, with a maximum weight of 100 pounds. Both models allow you to enjoy your favorite entertainment from multiple places in your home, smoothly and silently, with the touch of a button. With its slim profile and wide range of swing, the possibilities are endless. The mMotion Swing mount presents several unique opportunities to enhance your TV viewing experience. No longer do you have to be confined to a particular, chair, couch or room. Finally, you can let your TV come to you instead. You can now enjoy your favorite movies and shows from multiple places or even mul-

Consumer Electronics Daily News tiple adjacent rooms. You can even save your favorite positions! The living room, the kitchen and even the balcony are now accessible by remote control, with only one TV. When using your mMotion Swing, you don’t have to worry about having to keep track of an extra remote. The intelligent IR receiver in mMotion Swing conveniently learns from your own remote control so you can keep your living room table free of clutter. Also, you can program the Swing mount to automatically go to your favorite position when you turn on your TV and return flat against the wall when you turn it off. These are two of the reasons why the mMotion Swing is called the “intelligent” wall mount. The key behind mMotion Swing’s outstanding performance can be found in the gearbox. To solve the problem of

silently moving up to 100 pounds horizontally 180 degrees from a single stud mounting plate, People of Lava had to develop a totally new gearbox in-house in Sweden. The result was a patented gearbox technology that today makes mMotion Swing perhaps the most competent wall mount on the market. With its thin profile and easy mounting procedure, mMotion Swing is suitable for any environment. It’s not even a problem whether you want it to swing to the left or to the right. The single-stud mounting allows you to use it either way! All you have to do is sit back, relax and Swing wherever and whenever you want! For more information, visit DKM International Ltd. in booth #21430 in South Hall 1 or call Mark Langley at 905-470-2786 or visit www.dkmi.net.

antennas increases to five. Today’s smartphones don’t have any spare room since the majority of the volume is taken up by the display and the battery. As the number of antennas in a device grows, the need for high isolation between the antennas becomes increasingly important, as well as a low correlation co-efficient between the two LTE antennas for MIMO. According to Jeff Shamblin, Chief Scientist at Ethertronics, “With real estate inside the device already at a premium, OEMs are facing a real challenge in making all the components fit to meet carrier compliance requirements and specs, and deliver a superior user experience. As a result, it’s important for the antennas that we design to be not only small but extremely efficient given the lack of space inside the phone.” Moving to 4G LTE, active antenna systems, whereby the antenna dynamically interacts with the RF System, are needed to provide high performance and connectivity, as well as covering all of

the LTE frequency bands. Ethertronics has developed a portfolio of active antenna system solutions including: Band Switching and Active Impedance Matching. Ethertronics’ active Band Switching solution allows for smaller antenna structures while toggling between an array of spectrum bands to support the mix of legacy 2G/3G and new 4G LTE networks―13+ bands from one antenna structure. The company’s Active Impedance Matching solutions can reduce the antenna’s physical volume by 50 percent without performance tradeoffs. Another benefit is the ability for the antenna system to re-tune itself after a user’s hand or head causes de-tuning. Designing antennas is no longer a “black art”; advanced antenna architecture and extensive design experience is critical to delivering on the promises of LTE. Band Switching and Active Impedance Matching techniques are only two examples of active antenna systems. Ethertronics’ innovations will help device OEMs solve tough challenges while continuing to provide a superior user experience. For more information, visit www.ethertronics.com or call 858-5503820.

MORE FEATURES? MORE COMPONENTS? NO PROBLEM The mobile industry is introducing newer, faster, cooler devices that consumers can’t wait to get their hands on. As these modern devices are being developed to deliver noticeably superior data, video, call performance and battery life, there are a set of challenges that device OEMs need to solve to keep consumers excited and satisfied. One of the challenge areas is at the heart of the device and can be a determining factor in whether or not consumers’ expectations are met. Antenna design was once considered a “black art,” where knowledge and experience were combined with a repetitive process of

tweaking the design until the device met specs. These formerly passive antennas have taken on a new form, especially since wireless devices are now requiring an increasing number of antennas without a corresponding increase in device size. This space challenge is one example of why Ethertronics keeps innovating antenna systems, especially as new 4G LTE networks go live across the globe. On average, 3G phones have three antennas: main, GPS, and WiFi/Bluetooth. LTE requires a second antenna for MIMO and with new technologies such as Near Field Communication (NFC), the number of

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MARCHON3D UNVEILS NEW RETAIL SOLUTIONS FOR ITS STYLISH LINE OF EX3D EYEWEAR Marchon3D®, the leading designer and supplier of the premier 3D eyewear on the market, is now making its superior EX3D® Eyewear line of glasses available to 3D fans everywhere by adding new distribution channels and retail solutions. The most technologically advanced, stylish glasses just became even more accessible! In early 2012, the Company will launch new retail solutions for this line of stylish and affordable passive

3D glasses with exciting packaging and retail store displays including counter top, floor standing and end cap displays. In addition to a physical presence in stores and vending machines at specific cinema locations, the glasses will continue to be available online for purchase at EX3D.com. “At Marchon3D, we believe in the future of 3D Continued on Page 37

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HiFiMAN: SUPERB PERFORMANCE, CONVENIENCE AND COMFORT IN A COMPACT SIZE HiFiMAN, a leading designer/manufacture of highly acclaimed headphones and personal audio products, announced their HM-601 Slim, a remarkably small, lightweight, personal audio player. The new player, under the HiFiMAN Express brand, delivers audiophile performance and will drive most full-size headphones while handling major music formats. The HM-601 Slim will be shipping in January 2012 with an MSRP of $199 for 4GB and $249 for 8GB and is expandable up to 32GB. High-speed internet has enabled high-quality lossless music files and computer audio, a.k.a. digital audio, is one of the hottest ways music lovers

are enjoying their favorite music. With 8GB of memory on board, the compact HiFiMAN Express HM-601 Slim is a highly affordable yet remarkably musical player with a superb D/A converter and headphone amplifier. For use with a variety of headphones, a handy high / low Gain switch, allows the player to drive most In Ear Monitors (IEM) and full size dynamic headphones. “We have been making high quality portable audio players for years and though our customers have always loved the way they sound, they told us they would like a great sounding player that was even lighter and smaller. And of course inexpensive too.” explained Dr.

385 AUDIO ANNOUNCES CES 2012 DEBUT 385 AUDIO is making its debut at CES 2012 in booth 4239 in the iLounge Pavilion.

According to company CEO Joe Setton, 385 AUDIO’s team has developed a proprietary lineup of fashion- forward and affordable product consisting of head-

phones, earphones and iPhone cases. “Most products will be sold under our 385AUDIO brand,” he said. 385 Audio targets today’s youth, who have changed the way people listen to music today. Headphones have become a serious fashion statement. According to Setton, the problem until

Consumer Electronics Daily News Fang Bian, Founder and President of HiFiMAN. “At less than one inch thick, and weighing only seven ounces, the HM-601 Slim is the answer and we believe portable music lovers will be very excited.” HiFiMAN will be exhibiting at CES 2012 in booth 21915 in the LVCC South Hall. Key Features of the HiFiMAN HM-601 Slim: • High performance―superb quality DAC and headphone amplifier • Convenient―comes with either 4GB or GB 8Gb of storage already on board. Can be expanded with SD card up to 32GB. • Compatible―can play most music formats including mp3, wav, flac, aac, ogg and wmv • Flexible―high/low gain switch can drive both high efficiency In Ear Monitors and most full-size headphones • Comfortable―slim lightweight design is easy to carry. Will easily fit in a pocknow is that most youth of today cannot afford $200.00 to $300.00 for a pair of “hot” looking headphones. Market research today shows when teens and young adults head to the mall, they have between $40.00 and $50.00 to spend. With this in mind, most products in the 385 Audio line have suggested retails of anywhere from $29.99 to $49.99. In addition to focusing on price points, several patented products that have been developed by the 385

et or purse.

About HiFiMAN Founded by Dr. Fang Bian in 2007, HiFiMAN is widely regarded as one of the leading manufacturers of high performance headphones and portable audio products in the world. HiFiMAN is especially known for its criticallyacclaimed Planar-Magnetic headphones that feature state-of-the-art driver technology. The company also designs and manufactures best-in-class dynamic in-ear drivers which have also garnered awards and rave reviews. HiFiMAN also owns and operates Head-Direct, an online webstore featuring the finest headphones and portable audio players available today, including HiFiMAN products. To learn more, visit www.hifiman.com or stop by CES 2012 booth 21915 in the LVCC South Hall. AUDIO team. Those products either have a unique design, embellishments and/or functionality. According to Setton, packaging was also a priority when designing the new line. “When a consumer looks to buy an accessory for their music player, they have many options to choose from,” Setton said. “The retailer has less than 10 seconds to Continued on Page 36

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yet there are times when you’ll want to do that. A service provider might change its legal policies, or increase its fees. Or a much-desired phone may be launched that only supports a rival cloud-based service with its mobile apps. All of these issues can cause disruptions and changes in working patterns. Users may find themselves having to work around inadequacies in the system. They might waste time waiting for unresponsive web interfaces, or spend years storing their files on a service that suddenly changes the rules. Perhaps the hard drive isn’t such a

poor cousin to cloud computing after all. Not only is it often more reliable than cloud storage, but it is also faster. It offers superior capacity at a relatively cheap price, and it maintains whatever file structure you create on it. Traditionally, the only problem with the hard drive has been remote access. Unless you’re taking a portable drive with you and risking all of your data on the road, you’d have to copy files from one computer to another. iTwin changes that. iTwin uses a pair of hardware tokens to connect a remote Mac or PC to a main computer carrying all of the user’s files. No data is stored on the hardware token, or in the cloud. Files can be dragged and dropped between computers, or even remotely edited. Sometimes, the tried and tested technologies are the best, especially when modified with a little modern technology. With iTwin, your hard drive can provide all the benefits of the cloud. Come to our booth at #70605 in the Venetian to find out more.

gy with its unique expertise in consumer electronics to create some of the best products in the market. Dedicated to the seamless integration of home audio and video, AKAI’s electronic product portfolio includes micro and mini systems, iPhone and iPad dock speakers, portable CD players, DVD players, karaoke sys-

tems and related products. With its goal of creating and delivering a complete suite of high-quality products, AKAI through its partnership with ADT Digital, strives to deeply integrate into its customers’ daily enjoyment of digital entertainment. For additional details please contact: info@adt-digital.com. At CES, please visit suite H2630 in the Central Tower at the Las Vegas Hilton or call 561-376-1051.

ITWIN: THE BENEFITS OF CLOUD COMPUTING WITHOUT THE HASSLE By Lux Anantharaman, co-founder and CEO, iTwin

Can the cloud really double as your hard drive? Supporters of cloud-based services, in which files are stored on the web, advocate doing away with hard drives on computers altogether, and storing everything up there. But will this approach really make users’ working lives more flexible, or will they end up having to work around the cloud? The cloud provides some clear benefits, but it also reduces productivity in subtle ways by forcing us to adapt our working patterns and practices. For example, each cloud-based service has its own interface, forcing users to learn new ways to perform old tasks―often far too slowly. Uploading files from your computer to the Internet, moving them between dif-

ferent folders, and renaming them in the cloud can all become laborious, especially if an Internet connection slows down or a browser freezes. Cloud services can also squash the precious folder structures that users rely on. Bob stores all of his company documents in a folder named after the person who sent them to him. Jane stores hers according to the client the document is for. Jim’s folders simply say “Now,” “Next week” or “February.” Unless users are fastidious, cloud-based services can replace these file and folder structures with a flattened mess. By the time users recognize the shortcomings of cloud services, it can be difficult to get their files out, because service providers want to keep you in the system. That can make it difficult to transfer a career’s-worth of documents or a lifetime of pictures between cloud providers, and

ADT-DIGITAL LICENSES AKAI BRAND For more than eight decades, AKAI has proven itself to be one of the premier sources of vision and innovation for consumer electronics. Since it was founded in Tokyo in 1929, AKAI has engaged in offering quality home entertainment products specializing in the audio and video arenas.

AKAI was founded by Masukichi Akai in the backyard of his Tokyo home in July 1929. Under the leadership of Masukichi and his son Saburo, AKAI expanded from its humble beginnings in a workshop shed into the multinational electronics corporation it is today. AKAI combines advanced technolo-

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SIMPLICIKEY REMOTE CONTROL ELECTRONIC DEADBOLTS DELIVER CONVENIENCE AND GRACE TO THE FRONT DOOR The conveniences of life are not necessary for living, but once you have them, you don’t know how you ever lived without them. This is the mantra that has driven the folks at SimpliciKey’s headquarters since the inception of their awardwinning remote control electronic lock. Developed to give families greater convenience and enhanced security, SimpliciKey, LLC manufactures Remote Control SimpliciKeyTM Electronic Deadbolts which feature convenient alternatives to mechanical residential door locks. The electronic lock offers a more simplistic approach to secure residential access with a design that homeowners will be proud to display on their front door. Convenience starts with easy installation, and SimpliciKey rises to this challenge with the install and set-up taking about 20 minutes or less. Needing only a screwdriver when standard holes are already drilled into the door and door frame, SimpliciKey is a plug-and-play device, serving as the perfect replacement for existing door hardware. With its handheld remote controlled keyfob, SimpliciKey customers can unlock their deadbolt with the touch of a button at distances over 50 feet from the door. SimpliciKey deadbolts come with two 128-bit AES encrypted remote control keyfobs for secure transmission. With powerful memory built into each lock, up to six more can be added for a total of eight uniquely coded keyfobs. Designed with backlit keypads, SimpliciKey deadbolts are capable of storing up to 16 four–six digit entry codes, making it possible for

SimpliciKey owners to create, administer and delete codes. This allows authorized guests secure residential access, even if the homeowner is not present. To further accommodate all members of the family, SimpliciKey includes a traditional sixpin, bump-resistant keyway for those in the household who prefer this method of entry as an option. SimpliciKey deadbolts draw a graceful balance between traditional locks and electronic locks of the future. While SimpliciKey is designed for any door needing a deadbolt, the design team at SimpliciKey had the front door in mind very early in the process. Understanding that front door hardware also has the power to enhance the beauty of the home, SimpliciKey locks feature slim profiles and rounded edges with wonderfully crafted sliding covers to conceal the keypad when not in use. As if restoring style and grace in door hardware was not enough, SimpliciKey even carried over the curvy silhouette to the sleek remote controls. It looks like SimpliciKey deadbolts are not only on the brink of adding convenience and peace of mind to lives across the country, but enhancing the beauty of homes across the land—starting with the front door. Yes, the conveniences of life may not be necessary for living, but after owning these new SimpliciKey deadbolts, you may just wonder how you ever lived without them. For more information, visit the SimpliciKey booth 3608. You can also contact SimpliciKey at 703-904-5010 or online at www.simplicikey.com.

POV ACCESSORIZE YOUR IPHONE WITH MIVEU Yesterday MiVeu debuted a must-have accessory that transforms your iPhone into an amazing hands-free POV video camera. MiVeu can be strapped to your chest, leg, bicycle, or just about anything that moves. It cleverly combines an adjustable mounting system with the exceptional video capabilities of the iPhone, resulting in extraordinary POV videos. The iPhone 4S outperforms most other POV cameras in low lighting conditions. Anyone, especially extreme athletes, can now capture POV activities at dusk, dawn, or even moonlit nights due to the 1080P HD resolution and image stabilization of the iPhone 4S. Having great audio is a must for a great soundtrack. Other POV systems don’t possess the audio quality of the iPhone 4S. They can only cover up the

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into the bottle opener, our case provides recreation and practicality,” says John Santo, Vice President of Be A Headcase.com. Be A Headcase.com also offers bottle opener cases for all iPhone models, HTC Evo 4G, Samsung, Motorola and BlackBerry. “It’s pretty cool that a bunch of Headcase’s are also promoting responsibility. That’s what one of our customers said when they saw we brought SafeKeyCorporation.com, the deterrent to impaired driving and auto theft, to the market,” Says Dean Monaco, President of Headcase. “SafeKey the only product like it on the market that prevents a vehicle engine from starting, when the driver is tired, drunk or impaired in anyway. Come by for a demo in the North Hall iLounge, booth 5909” says Dean. SafeKey is installed quickly and easily and is the only Electronic System that rapidly and accurately checks a driver’s reaction time through the key ring sized Mediaclip (Con’t. from p. 4)

how they relate to our current knowledge of a specific problem or trend. Working closely with a customer creates additional constraints, which not only ensure we develop things the right way, but also that we develop the right things. We decided to use HTML5 to develop our new mobile application because HTML5 delivers a great user experience on new emerging platforms such as phones and tablets, and because we believe that it is 385 AUDIO (Con’t. from p. 16)

attract the consumer. With that in mind, 385 AUDIO set out to develop packaging that will stand out from the rest. Our headphone packaging not only conforms to retail guidelines, but pops off the shelf, hopefully giving the consumer a first view, and the desire to buy the product!” 385 AUDIO products will ship to Carnegie Mellon (Con’t. from p. 8)

real story with amped up music, and that’s fine, but MiVeu gives you the choice and can give you what’s real. Roaring engines, cheering crowds, grunting athletes, or striding runners provide an authentic account of the events in realistic detail. The heart of the MiVeu iPhone POV system is the custom-designed optical glass lens. MiVeu’s optics extend the viewing angle of the iPhone to record video from an amazing perspective that would otherwise slip away. The lens attaches to the iPhone with a custom ruggedized case, which incorporates a simple tactile shutter button, allowing easy operation even while wearing thick ski gloves. The body mounting harness is far more than a single-purpose solution. Continued on Page 37

adapter for downloading and uploading social robot behaviors and emotional states. Programmable interactions include touch response, attention orientation, rhythm and gesture. Romibo’s characteristically large eyes express a range of emotions and encourage children with social difficulties to learn how to make eye contact. Additional hardware includes wireless; IR communication; expressive colors/lights; speaker and microphone. Future version will add touch sensors; color detection camera; and video camera. Built Romibos can be operated autonomously or via remote control. The robots are designed to be both Android and iPad compatible. But the toy’s unique experience comes from its interactive community. Romibo supports collaboration between robotics researchers, enthusiasts and ordinary people by connecting builders at live community workshops and in online social networks.

check module, when the Check Module is activated, the user simply follows a random set of LED flashes; if the response is within a safe level, the car can be started. If not, the vehicle will not start. “Our brand brings real life functionality and innovation together,” Says Dean, who’s Retractable Bluetooth device just won a CES Innovation Award 2012. Now, you don’t have to have a Bluetooth hanging off your ear when you are not on a call. When your phone rings just pull the headphone out to your ear answer your call, and when done simple retract it back. The Retractable Bluetooth offers noise reduction, and reduced radiation. Headcase is a United States based company specializing in innovative products designed to protect and enhance mobile electronic devices and our lives. Their products are internationally known and American engineered. For more information, stop by booth 5909, visit www.beaheadcase.com or call either 407-468-7675 or 407-619-3440. becoming very relevant in our environment. For us, it was not the easy solution but the one that makes most sense for our customers in the long run”. The new mobile application will be presented the Mediaclip team during CES January 10-13 at the Venetian in Las Vegas. For more information, please contact Marie-Eve Lemieux, Product & Market Manager Tel.: 1-514-510-3300 #1190 or email at marie-eve.lemieux@mediaclip.ca. Visit the Mediaclip team at booth #72335 at CES. most major retailers and distributors during the second quarter of 2012. 385 AUDIO- changing the way people listen to music! Visit 385 AUDIO in booth #4239. Retailers and distributors can call Joe Setton at 212-725-1140 or email joe@385AUDIO.com. Visit the company website at 222.385audio.com for additional information. Eager fans can sign-up to host community build workshops connecting users around common behavioral interests, therapy needs or disability-based causes. (Look for sign-up info at www.qolt.org.) Builders are also encouraged to share their robot code online. By posting personal experiences on customizing or improving the robot, Romibo builders can directly contribute to the robotics field. Eventually a full library of coded behaviors will emerge and remain readily available for the larger community to study and explore. With its low cost design, viral distribution and actively engaged builder community, Romibo aims to spark a grassroots effort for social robot therapy and innovation. Builders can even donate finished Romibos to clinicians and parents of children with disabilities in support of this cause. Learn more about Romibo at the Quality of Life Technology Center’s 2012 CES booth 3011 or contact Kristen Sabol (ksabol@cs.cmu.edu) for information.

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CORE POWER BodyMedia® Introduces the Sleeker BodyMedia FIT™ CORE Armband

Getting to the CORE of a healthy lifestyle just got easier. BodyMedia, the pioneer in body monitoring weight management systems, is proving that good things do come in small packages. Launching today, the BodyMedia FIT CORE Armband, small in stature but big in building a healthier lifestyle, is an enlightening gadget that gives FIT fans the tools to take off the pounds and get to the CORE of the issue when it comes to their health. With the launch of the new CORE Armband, users can take workouts to the next level, in a smaller and more lightweight package. Debuting today, the CORE Armband is a third smaller in

overall volume compared to previous BodyMedia FIT Armbands. Capturing over 5000 data points per minute using four sophisticated sensors, this seriously smart device tracks everything from calories burned, steps taken, to levels of physical activity to sleep. BodyMedia FIT Armbands give you the most accurate calorie burn in the market, and the technology used in the BodyMedia system has been clinically proven to improve weight loss by 3x!* The CORE Armband stays charged for four to six days, making it easy to stay centered and ready to go throughout the week. Smaller in size, but just as powerful, the CORE Armband acts as a compact companion that decodes daily activity to provide users with personalized data to create a unique fitness plan to

help achieve fitness and nutrition goals. Complementing the arrival of the new CORE Armband, a new and improved version of the easy-to-use Activity Manager will be unveiled by the end of 2011. The online component of the BodyMedia system takes personalized fitness to the next level, allowing users to set individualized activity goals, log daily food intake, and track sleep efficiency with the click of a button. The retooled Activity Manager will feature an increased level of accuracy from BodyMedia’s already industry-leading standard for such activities as walking, running and road biking, as well as high intensity workouts. The enhanced Activity Manager will also include heart rate monitoring data, when uploaded from a third-party device. Alongside the upcoming Activity Manager refresh, BodyMedia is also introducing the new BodyMedia FIT

coach feedback engine that provides personalized feedback based on individual consumer sensor data and goals. The BodyMedia FIT coach includes the user’s projected daily energy expenditure to predict whether a user is falling short, right on track, or beating their target for his or her daily calorie burn. This intelligent feedback engine also provides personalized comments so a user can reach their fitness goals if they are falling behind. The BodyMedia FIT CORE Armband is now available online at www.bodymedia.com and select retailers. It retails for $179.99 and includes a FREE trial period subscription to the Activity Manager (various options available). For more information, call 847-4159327 or stop by booth 3435. * Data on file.

INTERSIL D2 AUDIO’S HIGH-END SOUND BECOMES AFFORDABLE

SHODOGG…FETCH. TOSS. SHARE. VIDEO’S BEST FRIEND IS UNDERWAY

Discriminating Ears Can Have Their Audio Products Tuned by Mark Levinson

By Fabiola Mercado, Director, Axis PR & Entertainment, Inc.

People noticed him: a man in the Venetian, transfixed in front of a machine, occasionally touching its screen. Some might mistake him for a gambler, but that’s one thing he is not. If he’s going to make a move that potentially bets his income and his reputation, he doesn’t take chances. That’s why he chose who he did. That man is an audio engineer for a manufacturer of consumer electronics. And last year at 2011 International CES, he sat down in front of a touchscreen computer and, within an hour, had completely configured, programmed and customized the audio of his company’s next CE product. At this year’s CES, there will be even more like him. Audio engineers are invited to Intersil D2AudioTM’s Venetian demonstration suite, 34-309, to have the same experience. Similar to a video game, engineers will use a touch screen PC and Audio Canvas III software to easily, quickly build high-quality amplifier firmware. Then they’ll download it onto the target hardware in real time, and can instantly hear the results in their target system. The users define the audio signal flow and architecture to any specific system configuration without signal flow limitations. For example, on the same DAE-3HT based platform, they can MiVeu (Con’t. from p. 36)

Mount the MiVeu to your chest when skateboarding or racing BMX and Motocross. Mount the MiVeu to your leg when snowboarding. Mount the MiVeu to your lower torso when snow skiing. The limit is only your what imagination can dream up. In addition to the harness, MiVeu includes a universal bracket mounting system, allowing you to zip-tie connect to a ski pole, a roll bar, or the suspension

reconfigure a 2-channel or 4-channel Soundbar to a 7.1-channel ‘theater-in-abox’ solution. Plus, with the DAE-3HT, audio engineers can upgrade their audio system sound quality with the Mark Levinson MightyCatTM acoustic enhancement signal flow, which brings capabilities of audio mastering tuning techniques to sound optimization of consumer audio playback devices. Once an engineer experiences MightyCat sound, no other audio experience sounds quite the same. The new D2-71A80 and D2-71B80 feature: • 8-Channel Digital Audio EngineTM • Exceptional Audio Performance - Power Outputs: > 110dB SNR @ < 0.01% THD+N(w/D2 Power Stages) - Line Outputs: > 114dB SNR(w/D2 Output Filters) • D2Audio SoundSuiteTM Enhancement and Virtualization • Integrated DSP Post Processing―Including Equalizers, Filters, Mixers and more • Embedded Asynchronous Sample Rate Converter: SR from 32kHz up to 192kHz Save time and effort by using the industry’s most flexible and easy-to-use fully integrated audio system, which extends from this year’s new affordable DAE-3 to the sophisticated DAE-6. Both the DAE3 and the DAE-6

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of your dirt bike or race car. Permanently attach the MiVeu bracket with a simple screw so you can dock an iPhone with or without the camera system. Effortless attachments have never been more convenient. Capture the momentum in a hardcharging and fast-growing POV market by highlighting the best-selling mobile phone with the versatility of MiVeu. Visit MiVeu in booth #26706 at CES South Hall 2 / ilounge or online at www.miveu.com.

Shodogg is a content delivery technology that is changing mobile video delivery across all platforms providing consumers a simple solution. With Shodogg, video streaming has become easy and fun. With Shodogg, consumers can avoid the frustration associated with finding, navigating and managing programs. Shodogg is Video’s Best Friend allowing consumers to use their smartphones to search and select the video they want to watch, then toss them to any web-enabled device for a more enjoyable viewing experience. It provides users a friendly agnostic technology providing a fully-portable solution allowing consumers the ability to share, view simultaneously, create playlists and enhance the experience with social interaction without a complicated hardware set…anytime, anywhere. Shodogg follows you wherever you go! Consumers can Fetch (locate) video online via their smartphone, Access (retrieve) their choice, Toss (send media) to their CE device, Organize and Manage their favorites, and Share video and related social activity with friends. Shodogg has established a clear and compelling brand to attract clients and users. Marchon (Con’t. from p. 12)

and have been seeing great 3D technology all around CES this year. As 3D content increases and more people purchase 3D televisions to bring it into their homes, we will be there to provide consumers with superior products that will enable them to experience 3D to its fullest,” said David Johnson, President of Marchon3D. “We’ve done the hard work of creating the highest quality, yet affordable, products that appeal to people across the board: parents, gamers, children, almost anyone. Now, we’re making our line of exceptional 3D eyewear more accessible by expanding our retail presence and by providing a variety of packaging options to meet any 3D fan’s

Along with being consumer friendly, reducing content clutter and supporting customer retention and growth, Shodogg also offers consumers a superior technology experience and supports the ecosystem by working with consumer behavior and industry business models. This means, content owners retain control. Shodogg directly streams to the proper device without moving content from the source. In addition, Shodogg is anti–piracy by simplifying and streamlining access for consumers, generating efficiencies for providers, operators, and advertisers. It’s also pro-advertising: the technology delivers addressable and synched ads in intended branded environments and provides advanced user data and real time trend reporting to authenticate user levels, and monetizes social media, sharing and viral campaigns. In this vast digital media market place, Shodogg is providing both consumers and businesses the best solution for mobile video delivery. For more information, go to www.shodogg.com, or visit Booth #70103 at the Venetian. needs.” EX3D Eyewear is available in an array of sizes, styles and colors and features Marchon3D’s premier M3D® patented circular-polarized curved lens technology. This is the most advanced 3D lens on the market which is optically contoured for an optimal 3D viewing experience. The glasses are also available in stylish clips and wear-overs, which provide a comfortable solution for prescription lens wearers. The RealD®-certified EX3D products work with most passive systems including 3D televisions, computers, and gaming systems, giving viewers the best 3D experience available today. Marchon3D will be exhibiting at CES in the South Hall, booth 21718.

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XPRESSION OF AWARENESS OFFERS TRENDY ACCESSORIES WITH INSPIRATIONAL MESSAGES It is true that we do not know what we have until we lose it, and it is also true that we do not know what we have been missing until it appears. You are most likely aware that what you see and listen to every day affects the way you live your life. But did you know that humans use an average of only three to five per-

cent of their brain capacity, or that 90 percent of your success depends on your thoughts, your mind patterning? Did you know the reason that one percent of the population earns 96 percent of the resources is because they are applying principles the remaining 99 percent are not. What any successful person has

MAVIA, THE CONNECTED CAR MADE SIMPLE Mavia is the connected car solution that takes a fresh approach to vehicle safety, location services, and maintenance by putting the user in control. The device is extremely easy to install, compatible with almost any smartphone or computer, and works in most cars 1996 or newer. Mavia makes car technology accessible to everyone, allowing users to take Intersil (Con’t. from p. 37)

contain D2Audio’s patented Digital Audio EngineTM―the industry’s only Intelligent Digital Amplifier controller, which actively “monitors” the system, to

advantage of features once only available in new cars or professionally installed systems.

Standard features include: · Automated emergency response notifications · The ability to monitor your car’s location and set up geofences

optimize the amplifier’s sound and performance. The DAE-6 is Intersil D2Audio’s highest performing IC. It’s the only complete system-on-chip solution for consumer applications such as Soundbars,

Consumer Electronics Daily News achieved you, too, can achieve. Implement the same principles and you will accomplish the same successful results. Condition your mind with positive and inspirational messages, and you are on the ultimate road to the life you desire and deserve. Xpression of Awareness is a pioneer in the massive expansion of leading edge and trendy self improvement products to help reprogram your mind and live the life you want now! Reprogramming your mind for success could never be more fun or effortless. Xpression of Awareness would like

to get you started by offering its accessories to help you. In the simplest of ways, with the most commonplace of daily devices, the company assists you in reinforcing positive thoughts. Its accessories are fashioned with leading edge designs and inspirational messages, the first of its kind in the wireless and the self-improvement industry. Xpression of Awareness offers you a trendy look, a high quality product and words of wisdom to tap into to help you attract the life you desire. Visit www.fifousa.com for more information.

· Location based reminders · Vehicle health and performance information · Social media integration to help keep you connected with your friends and the world around you. · Stolen car mapping · Great deals on things your car needs the most. Mavia won the prestigious i-Stage award in 2010 and took home the fan favorite award. Fueled by the attention from i-Stage and having the CEA’s

support through CES 2011, Mavia went into the first beta test in summer of 2011. Since the first beta group, Mavizon has been hard at work polishing Mavia and preparing the system for the public beta in early 2012. Thousands have signed up to take part, but few will be chosen to receive the device and early access to the most practical connected car yet. Be sure to stop by booth 2526 in the LVCC North Hall to get hands on with the hardware, software and mobile apps.

Home Audio and PC Multimedia. Within the DAE-6 family, audio engineers can work with the MightyCat line of ICs, which combines the DAE-6 with additional proprietary tuning technology by audio expert Mark Levinson to produce

the ultimate audio system solutions. Don’t take any chances and gamble with your product’s audio. To see the performance of D2Audio solutions, visit Intersil at the Venetian Hotel Demo, Suite 34-309.

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ADD ANOTHER DIMENSION TO YOUR ENTERTAINMENT WITH SPATIAL VIEW’S 3DEECENTRAL Spatial View Inc. is a leading innovator in stereo 3D content distribution and auto-stereoscopic display technologies, making the world’s 3D experience accessible, affordable, and compelling. Founded in 2004, Spatial View provides software, services and accessories for the creation, adaptation and viewing of 3D content on a variety of mobile devices, PCs, and Internetconnected TVs.

3DeeCentral is an online store where 3D enthusiasts can find a collection of 3D videos and images from a wide variety of genres, including extreme sports, music videos and concerts, action, animation and adventure. New indie and prolabeled titles are added regularly, making 3DeeCentral the hot spot for free and paidfor 3D content. Download 3DeeCentral

on your iPhone 4/4S for free from iTunes, also available for Windows 7 from www.spatialview.com/3deecentral. Availability for 3D-enabled Android devices and Internet-connected 3D TVs coming this spring! 3DeeSlide is designed specifically for the black iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S, this sleek accessory with its unique 3DeeLens gives users the ability to watch 3D content on their iPhone 4/4S―glasses-free―wherever they are. Available for a limited time, 3D enthusiasts as well as Peter Gabriel fans can now get the branded 3DeeSlide of Peter Gabriel’s latest live concert “New Blood Live In London,” which is also available as a video download on 3DeeCentral. See why Peter Gabriel says “It was a buzz seeing the way Spatial View turned something as small

as the iPhone into a magical box: a bonafide 3D device.” 3DeeScreen transforms 2D laptops into glasses-free 3D entertainment centers. The patented screen snaps onto selected 15.6-inch laptop displays, giving users the ability to view videos, photos, 3DeeCentral and personal content or bluray movies using third party players―all glasses-free! Get the 3DeeSlide and 3DeeScreen for $29.99 and $129.99 respectively from www.spatialview.com/3DeeCentral Drop by the Spatial View booth (25530, South Hall) or the 3D@Home booth (13342, Central Hall) at CES 2012 for some exciting 3D content announcements, special draws, and more! For more information, go to www.spatialview.com, call 416-5917177 or email info@spatialview.com.

includes a photovoltaic panel (PV), ‘Y’ harness connector and Ni-MH rechargeable battery and battery tube. Photovoltaics produce solar energy by converting solar radiation (sunlight) into direct electricity. In the case of the WireFree Solar Pack, the PV panel is mounted on the inside of the window opening and converts the sun’s light into electrical energy. The harnessed electrical energy is stored within a special rechargeable (Ni-MH) battery which powers any Somfy WireFree motorized window covering, resulting in a maintenance-free, environmentally friendly

alternative to disposable lithium batteries. TaHomA offers users total control of their “Energy Triangle” (natural light, artificial light, and temperature) to maximize energy efficiency. By integrating motorized window coverings powered by the WireFree Solar Pack into the TaHomA system, users can add another element of greener living into their everyday lives. “The use of renewable solar energy brings us to the forefront in advanced motorized window covering technology,” said Somfy North America Applications Manager Brent Holup. “The WireFree™ Solar Pack will contribute to our environment while creating a positive experience for our customers.” To learn more about the TaHomA system and the WireFree Solar Pack kit, visit www.somfysystems.com.

As a result of these theater improvements, many TV manufacturers are planning for the next revolution in home theater video quality – increasing television resolution to 3840-by-2160 pixels (2160p). In fact, several consumer electronic companies have already introduced home projectors and televisions at 2160p resolutions. This new wave of higher resolution televisions is already causing another transition in display panels, and a need for new video processing technologies that can reproduce every video resolution with extreme clarity. Marseille has developed some of the first chips that can catalyze this new transition to 4K video. Marseille has gathered a team of video experts to drive this 4K video revolution. The VTV-1200 family is the first of the company’s products, which will make it possible to transform 1080p HD video content to the highest resolution

possible (2160p). For example, the VTV1222 chip provides both scaling and deinterlacing of video at 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p resolutions to sharp, crystal clear 3840-by-2160 resolution. This means consumers can experience a true digital cinema experience in their home without investing in an entirely new library of movies. One of the other exciting applications of this chip is audio/video receivers (AVRs). With the addition of Marseille VTV-1222 to an AVR, every device in the home theater including DVD players, Blu-Ray players, set-top boxes, and game consoles become 4K video capable. Marseille is poised with its expertise in 4K video to change the landscape of the consumer electronics market. Visit www.marseilleinc.com, call 408-689-0305 or email info@marseillenetworks.com.

cutting edge technology to access, and better learn from, a curriculum specifically tuned to their individual needs, interests and learning styles. Samsung Electronics America, a recognized leader and innovator in consumer electronics and Samsung Mobile, the No. 1 mobile phone provider in the U.S.1 were chosen by New Media Middle because the of their award-winning line-up of devices and expertise in working within the educa-

tion sector. “By pairing the brilliant Android tablet with cutting edge educational content, we have developed an innovative and ground-breaking learning medium for New Media Middle students,” said J.Y. Lew, President of Samsung Electronics America. “We know students will enjoy working with the Samsung Galaxy Tab

SOMFY’S WIREFREE SOLAR PACK INCREASES ENERGY EFFICIENCY WITH TAHOMA Introducing TaHomA®, Somfy’s Total Home Automation Solution

Somfy Systems, Inc., the world’s largest manufacturer of radio-controlled motors (Radio Technology Somfy®―RTS) for interior and exterior window coverings now offers a solar-powered rechargeable battery for its line of WireFreeTM motors. The WireFree Solar Pack kit harnesses renewable solar energy to prolong battery life for all WireFree motorized window coverings. When paired with TaHomA―Somfy’s home automation solution specializing in energy manage-

ment―users can further optimize their energy use and increase energy efficiency by utilizing this environmentallyfriendly product. The WireFree Solar Pack’s patented energy-saving technology provides users with a convenient and cost-effective way to control motorized window coverings in the home or office. Solar panel technology is ideal for hard-to-reach battery tubes such as those used for second story windows where battery replacement can be challenging. Compatible with all WireFree motors, each WireFree Solar Pack kit

MARSEILLE: 4K VIDEO IS THE NEXT REVOLUTION IN CONSUMER HOME VIDEO In the last decade, both the screen size and the resolution of televisions have dramatically increased, largely due to the economies of scale that were achieved in LCD display panels. Now there is another video revolution on the horizon, one that will bring a true digital cinema experience to consumer’s homes. Marseille, Inc. is at the forefront of this revolution. Marseille is a semiconductor company in the Silicon Valley that specializes in video for the personal computer, mobile electronics, and home theater markets. The worldwide transition from standard-definition to high-definition resolutions was the driving force creat-

ing the market for large-screen televisions. As television screens increased above 40 inches, LCD was the one technology that could scale to the meet consumers’ desire for larger screens at mass market prices. This drive for larger screens was motivated by consumers’ desire to bring the movie theater experience to their homes. Even with these major advances, the home theater does not bring the fully immersive experience of the modern digital cinema, which now touts 4096-by-2160 (4K) pixel resolutions in a majority for the digital cinema theaters.

NEW MEDIA MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS GO PAPERLESS WITH THE SAMSUNG GALAXY TAB 10.1 New Media Middle School, in partnership with Samsung Electronics America and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), announced today the

successful launch of the school’s innovative curriculum featuring Samsung’s Galaxy Tab 10.1. The Galaxy Tab 10.1 will allow New Media Middle students to use

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GOOD NEWS FOR BLUETOOTH AUDIO ENGINEERS Any audio engineer will know that the task of testing and measuring a Bluetooth audio device is by no means straightforward. The process involves establishing wireless connections, setting up signal generators, signal analysers, electroacoustic test fixtures, microphones and more. And then you need to create a series of audio test files in software, play them though your device, and perform post processing of captured wave files. But it no longer has to be this way! Prism Sound’s award-winning dScope Series III audio test system is the first audio analyzer to support streaming

directly between test system and Bluetooth device, enabling real-time, closed-loop testing of Bluetooth audio systems. Engineers the world over will breathe a huge sigh of relief at the news that Bluetooth audio development, testing and manufacturing is now simpler and faster than ever before. The dScope Series III is the world’s first complete audio test solution for Bluetooth devices, combining analogue, digital, electronic, electroacoustic and Bluetooth measurement capabilities in a single instrument. External software for generating and analysing waveforms is

Thursday, Januar y 12, 2012 now completely redundant. Need to probe your Bluetooth audio designs at board-level? No problem. The dScope Series III can be specified with an interface converter that allows generation and analysis of serial digital audio signals (I2S etc) directly. Need to make an electroacoustic measurement of a Bluetooth loudspeaker in the lab? Again, the dScope Series III includes all the necessary tools, including time domain gating of impulse response measurements. Want to check the Bluetooth link for drop-outs and lost packets? The system incorporates a unique family of ‘Event Manager’ tools, enabling you to automatically detect and log intermittent issues

BELKIN EMERGES WITH NEW BRAND IDENTITY AND FOCUS FOR CES 2012

At the 2012 International CES, technology is everywhere―literally. It’s ubiquitous, awe-inspiring, and even a little bit overwhelming at times. As an industry, consumer electronics companies do an excellent job of touting the latest bells and whistles and creating products that constantly push the envelope of what is possible, but they often fall short in relating technology’s more human side. Sometimes the industry fails to realize that technology should exist to enable human experiences and not the other way

around. Belkin, however, takes a different view, and its newly unveiled brand identity speaks strongly about the company’s ultimate source of inspiration: people. Belkin believes in the infinite potential of people and that technology should exist to make people’s lives better, easier and more fulfilling. In fact, its new logo, nicknamed PIP for People Inspired Technology, is an image consisting of nine dots connected to create a universal symbol of a person. The logo is a visual

representation of Belkin’s commitment to creating meaningful technology experiences for people, inspired by people. “When I started Belkin back in 1983, our sole purpose was to make connecting to the new world of computers easier, and though we’ve grown exponentially in terms of people and products, in many ways our focus hasn’t changed at all,” said Chet Pipkin, Founder and

such as drop outs without needing to be present. Your complete system, from analogue and digital inputs and outputs, DSPs, board level serial digital signals, electroacoustic transducers, to the Bluetooth interface and CODECs, can all be designed and tested using a single audio test platform. The dScope Series III is truly a unique instrument, offering more powerful analysis tools at a more competitive price than any other system on the market. Continued on Page 56

CEO of Belkin. “Everything we do still starts and ends with our customer. Our ultimate goal is to create technology for people-centric experiences that inspire everyone to expand their potential.” Belkin unveiled its new brand at the 2012 International CES. The company’s new identity takes center stage, along with a number of new, people-inspired products at its booth #30651, in the South Hall of the LVCC. After the show, visit Belkin online at www.belkin.com.

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NEW LEGISLATION AIMS TO SPUR ELECTRONICS RECYCLING Electronic Recyclers International (ERI), the nation’s leading recycler of electronic waste, has announced that it is working with the Coalition for American Electronics Recycling in an effort to promote safe and effective domestic recycling of consumer electronics and stimulate jobs for the burgeoning green collar workforce. The Coalition is supporting proposed federal legislation, The Responsible Electronics Recycling Act (S.1270 and HR 2284), to restrict the export of toxic electronic waste, as well as help spur expansion of the domestic recycling industry. The result of this legislation will ensure that e-waste is not sent to third world countries, while creating tens of thousands of new domestic “green collar” jobs.

ERI has pledged to be an active member of this coalition. As the first company in the world to achieve dual certification under both the E-Stewards and R2 certification programs, ERI operates all of its facilities in accordance with the most stringent standards in the electronics recycling industry. The company, headquartered in Fresno, California, operates facilities around the country and expects to be hiring hundreds of additional workers to meet increased demand as responsible electronic recycling continues to become standard procedure for American businesses and consumers. ERI has already doubled in size over the past two years and anticipates continued rapid growth. “We are very proud to stand alongside the other companies in our industry

that are willing to recycle responsibly and do it here in the United States,” said John Shegerian, Chairman and CEO of ERI. “This vital coalition stands in support of crucial proposed federal legislation and will help strengthen our industry here in the U.S., allowing us to create even more jobs while recovering valuable resources and protecting our homeland security.” The U.S. generated more than 3.1 million tons of e-waste in 2009, according to U.S. EPA statistics. Electronic scrap contains high concentrations of toxic materials such as lead and cadmium and is classified as hazardous. However, a large percentage of e-waste collected for “recycling” is actually exported to developing countries that lack environmental and worker safeguards. The Responsible Electronics Recycling Act (S.1270 and HR 2284), introduced in June, would restrict toxic e-waste exports to developing countries that lack adequate safeguards for the environment and workers.

The Coalition for American Electronics Recycling includes 29 U.S. companies involved in all aspects of the domestic electronics recycling and disposition industry, with 74 recycling operations in 34 states. The legislation is also supported by major electronics manufacturers and retailers, including Hewlett Packard, Dell, Apple, Samsung and Best Buy, as well as the Electronics Takeback Coalition, an environmental organization. The legislation promotes business expansion and job growth through free trade of tested, working electronics and parts; separated and properly labeled commodities recovered from electronics, such as copper, steel and aluminum; and manufacturer warranty returns for repair within the original supply chain. For more information on recycling needs, visit www.electronicrecyclers .com, http://1800recycling.com or www.urbanmining.org.

most of light modifiers: No longer a contradiction with the HENSEL C-Light 1000! The established HENSEL EH mount is the interface to the versatile HENSEL Studio flash modifiers. Reflectors from 7" to 22", barn doors, scrims and softboxes etc., provide countless options when exploring new territory. This gives the Video Photographer on the go a complete line up of light modifying tools. Power levels can be from 1000 watt (220 volt) 850 watt, 650 watt, and a minimum of 300 watts. This can be achieved by replacing the bulb with the correct wattage. HENSEL started doing business in 1963 with the introduction of halogen lights and professional flash equipment

in Germany. They expanded their trade to Europe and Asia in 1968. In 1970 they entered the U.S. market. In 1982 Hensel developed their first full line of professional flash equipment and by 1988 had one of the best selling self-contained lights worldwide in the EXPERT series. Hensel then introduced power packs (the Linea) and accessories in 1989 and also expanded into Asia. The company holds about 20 patents in the field of studio lighting and is selling the products to more than 70 countries worldwide. HENSEL is strongly committed to innovation and the best service for its customers. For more information on the Hensel Lighting Products, please contact them at www.henselusa.com or info@henselusa.com. You may also call 805-522-5505 or stop by booth 72208 in the Germany Pavilion at the PMA@CES Show, Venetian Hotel, Las Vegas.

HENSEL USA: PERFORMING LIGHT By Mark Mather, Director of Sales, Hensel-Visit USA

As Director of Sales for Hensel USA, I am proud to work with a lighting company that continues to bring out new cutting edge products with state of the art technology! Their company motto is Performing Light and they live up to this motto in every way including the new products featured at the CES/PMA show. Hensel, the German manufacturer of professional flash equipment, now launches a new addition to its Integra line, the Integra Mini 600, 900, 1200 and 1500 Kits. With the addition of these Integra Mini Kits, Hensel can offer highquality flash kits for an affordable price, starting at $1,099! These new Hensel Integra Kits are a photographer’s excel-

lent beginner kit for a first-time lighting purchase or to add on to an existing system. Perfect for digital and analog photography they are manufactured 100-percent in Germany! These new lighting kits are made of metal and are multivoltage and fan cooled. Hensel has never had so much technology at such a low price. Excellent technical data and top performance electronics at typical Hensel level. Also included is the original EH reflector connector, which gives you the full accessory compatibility to all of the other Hensel units. In addition to the new Integra line, Hensel ads the new C-Light 1000 as a single unit and in a two light kit as well. This product was designed for the Videographer on the go. A traditional tungsten lighting unit but making the

EUROPE TARGETS LEADERSHIP IN NEXT-GENERATION SMART SYSTEMS The partners in a new European research project today announced details of the multinational/multidisciplinary ‘SMArt systems Co-design’ (SMAC) program. This important three-year project, partially funded by the EU’s FP7 (FP7-ICT2011-7), aims to develop a leading-edge design and integration environment (the ‘SMAC Platform’) for the design of smart systems. These are intelligent, miniaturized devices that incorporate multiple functions such as sensing, actuation, computation, wireless connectivity and energy harvesting in a single tiny package and will be key components of next-generation applications in areas as diverse as energy saving, healthcare, automotive, factory automation and consumer devices. The aim of the SMAC program is to put European companies in pole position to lead in these key markets Prism Sound (Con’t. from p. 53)

See Prism Sound at CES Prism Sound will be demonstrating live

by reducing design costs and time-tomarket for next-generation smart systems. The bottleneck in developing smart systems is not due to the technologies but the design methodology. Advanced packaging technologies such as System-inPackage (SiP) and chip stacking (3D IC) with through-silicon vias already allow manufacturers to package all these capabilities more densely to meet increasingly demanding cost, size, performance and reliability targets. However, design methodologies have not kept pace with technology advances. “The major obstacle to the rapid expansion of smart systems applications is not the technologies involved but the lack of a structured design methodology Continued on Page 81

measurements on consumer Bluetooth audio devices at the Venetian Towers Suite 29-119. For more information, visit www .prismsound.com or call 973-983-9577.

EXTENT RELEASES 2012 GAME INDUSTRY PREDICTIONS Closing out a year of significant growth and numerous company milestones, Exent, the world’s largest Games on Demand provider, has released its 2012 Game Industry Predictions. Below are five industry developments that Exent’s Head of Content Programming, Rick Marazzani, says are coming in 2012:

Android tablets go mass market and gaming along with it! “Led by the Barnes & Noble Nook and Amazon Kindle Fire, Android tablets will be on more night stands and in more purses and school knapsacks than ever before. As powerful and easy to use as most portable gaming consoles, these tablets offer affordable, massively appealing games like Fruit Ninja and Angry Birds, plus they can be used for web surfing, reading, and playing music and movies. With the extensive functionality and low price points of these tablets, look for them to take a much bigger slice out of the iPad’s market share in 2011.”

Location-aware mobile gaming will break out “Your smartphone is always online and GPS location-aware. Game developers will harness this fact to deliver gameplay that will change and offer challenges based on where you are. Social game makers like Zynga, Mocospace and Booyah will make their games more social by tapping users’ social graphs in locations to enhance the mobile versions of their games.” Massive layoffs in the social web game space “With multiple hit games and big marketing budgets needed to stay afloat at the top of the Facebook game charts, many social publishers simply weathered 2011 waiting to see what Zynga’s IPO would foretell for their own futures. Faced with the reality that there are too many people working on too many games for the market to bear, social developers will be forced to place smarter (and fewer) bets as user acquisition Continued on Page 81

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BLACKRAPID ESTABLISHES ITSELF AS A GLOBAL LEADER IN THE CAMERA SLING REVOLUTION

MEDIACLIP: PERSONALIZING THE PRINT MARKET WITH A SLICK INTERFACE

PIDN: Tell our readers a little about your company.

PIDN: Tell our readers about the company and your main line of business.

An interview with Kurt Peterson, President of BlackRapid, Inc.

KP: BlackRapid designs, manufactures, distributes and sells photography industry accessories including the award-winning R-strap (original camera sling strap) product line. Founded in 2008 by a photographer looking to solve a problem, BlackRapid is committed to building quality products and a world-class brand. We are currently in over 45 countries and growing.

PIDN: What would you say makes your company unique?

KP: We are unique because we have transformed the way photographers shoot and how they feel when they use our straps. They tell us all the time that they get shots that they never hit before because of the speed of the grab, glide and click motion. They also tell us that shooting isn’t as cumbersome, thanks to the comfort and design of

Interview with Mediaclip’s CEO, Marion Duchesne

MD: Mediaclip is a software company that offers a unique tool for the personalization market. We developed a solution that allows retailers, printers and service providers to offer personalized printed products on their websites. In a world where no one wants to be part of the crowd anymore, customization and on-demand are the way to go. Our solution’s flexibility enables customers to stand out from the pack by responding quickly to emerging marketing opportunities like social media and self-branding while delivering a delightful user experience. The interface is slick and intuitive and uses the highest quality graphic assets, and most of all, it’s fun to use!

CONVERTIBLE SOLUTIONS: PREMIUM PHOTOBOOK BINDING

Photo Imaging Daily News caught up with David Williams, Director of Business Development for Convertible Solutions PIDN: What products do you expect to be hottest this year?

DW: Things that allow people to experience their pictures in deeper and more interesting ways are really hot right now. High resolution cameras in smart phones and apps like Instagram are driving more enthusiasm about pictures and people want to do more with their favorite images. We will see a shift toward higher end photo books and gifts printed on more interesting substrates and finished out with a greater flourish. PIDN: How does Convertible Solutions fit into the trend toward higher end products?

This is why our software is used by millions of people all over the world to create personalized products like photo books and calendars, but also for fresh products like

DW: Our TRU-Flat binding method for lay-flat photo books is perfect for photo labs and digital printers that want to offer a premium photo book. The books are made with Panoramic papers from Mohawk Fine papers and

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IEEE COMSOC TO DEMO NEW CAPTCHA TECHNIQUES AND ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS FOR MOBILE TABLET AND RFID DEVICES

Las Vegas

MIVEU TURNS YOUR IPHONE INTO A HIGH-PERFORMANCE POV CAMERA

KEEP YOUR PHOTOS IN THE CLOUD WITH EYE-FI

PIDN: What is MiVeu?

PIDN: Tell our readers about Eye-Fi. What does the EyeFi ecosystem look like?

Oscar Aguilera of MiVeu stopped by Consumer Electronics Daily News’ booth to discuss the debut of his exciting camera accessory for the iPhone.

The IEEE Communications Society (ComSoc), the leading non-profit professional organization dedicated to the advancement of global communications, will demo prototypes of the new CAPTCHA techniques for securely downloading keys in RFID devices as well as the latest access control systems for enhancing character recognizability in tablet devices at booth 35307 located at South Hall 4 within the Las Vegas Convention Center during the 2012 International Consumer Electronics. Each demonstration exemplifies the organization’s drive to advance the latest wireless and wireline communications at the 9th Annual IEEE Consumer Communications Networking Conference (CCNC), which will be held immediately after CES 2012 from January 14– 17 at the Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas. IEEE CCNC 2012 was organized to help develop technologies that provide anytime, anywhere, on-demand access to entertainment and information. As an introduction to IEEE CCNC 2012, visitors to the IEEE ComSoc Booth #35307 will have the opportu-

OA: MiVeu is a team of active people that love being outdoors and sharing their experiences with the world. We’re designers, engineers, athletes, and entrepreneurs, who are looking for the best way to share our fun.

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OA: MiVeu is a POV camera accessory for your iPhone. It uses the world’s most advanced lens and mounting system that transforms your iPhone into the best mobile POV camera on the market. The system allows you to share your POV experiences directly to your social networks right after shooting. MiVeu captures what you see in amazing 1080p video at a price that any iPhone user can afford. PIDN: Who is MiVeu?

Yuval Koren, CEO of EyeFi, discusses Eye-Fi’s seamless solution for capturing photos, getting them where you want them to go, and safely storing them in the cloud.

YK: Eye-Fi is best known for Eye-Fi wireless memory cards. Eye-Fi wireless memory cards automatically upload photos and videos from digital imaging devices, including digital cameras and Android and iOS based devices, to online, in-home and retail destinations. EyeFi’s ecosystem of partners includes major digital camera makers such as Canon, Nikon and Sony, along with the leading sharing sites, including Facebook, Flickr and Picasa. Additionally, to address the growing consumer demand to access content anywhere, Eye-Fi leverages the power of the cloud to provide private access to consumers’ memories on-the-go with Eye-Fi View. PIDN: How does Eye-Fi cloud storage work?

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JAYMO ADDS PRINT AT HOME FEATURE FOR PIXCASE PERSONALIZED PHONE CASES “It’s like putting a picture in a picture frame,” states Jay Foght, President of Jaymo about the PixCaseTM line of personalized phone cases, “and now with Jaymo’s new free online design tool, you can create free personalized designs for your phone and print them at home.” Customers who buy a PixCase can use their own PC or iPad to visit the online design tool at www.jaymo.co to upload their own photos, access hundreds of free gorgeous backgrounds, clip art and fonts to design one-of a-kind inserts.

They then have the option to save their designs as .pdfs or print at home. No waiting. No postage. Personalization of mobile devices isn’t new. There are a lot of companies that have photo upload software but many of them are hard to use and they are expensive. Jaymo’s design tool takes the mystery and the expense out of creating a personal device case. “It’s easy to take for granted that everyone is technologically savvy these days, but that isn’t always true. I know there are many users of social media

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company in the past year?

our products. We’re very proud of our patented, award-winning R-strap, and we are very committed to a balanced culture of creativity, technology, and business talent with relentless optimism. PIDN: What has been your emphasis in 2011?

KP: Our emphasis this year has really been on our worldwide distributors and partners as well as building our talent to help us evolve to the next level of growth as a company.

PIDN: What was the most significant event or series of events affecting your Mediaclip (Con’t. from p. 65)

phone skins and wall decors.

PIDN: How do you plan to keep up with evolving technologies?

MD: We are very aware of how mobile devices are slowly taking over as the main Internet access for many people, how HTML 5 and cloud computing are increasingly dominating the application development domain. We are actively trying to leverage these technologies and I have to say, it’s exciting to see what we have already achieved. We also need to make sure this platform provides our current customers with a good return on their investment, so we are planning on implementing added value throughout every technological transition rather than simply ‘switching’ from one to the other. Convertible Solutions (Con’t. from p. 65)

you can see and feel the quality in every page. And every two-page spread lays perfectly flat without any seam or gutter to interfere with the viewing experience. People don't have to put up with a gutter on their electronic books, why should they have to on a printed book! PIDN: Have there been any changes in Convertible Solutions paper stocks for direct marketing campaigns?

DW: Our first product was a personalized

KP: Our rapid growth. The complexities of doing business in so many countries with cultural issues to understand and to address present many operational intricacies. We’re now in preparation for our future plans two to five years out. We are also very pleased that our R-Straps were featured in some key media outlets this last year, including The New York Times and on the Disney Channel. PIDN: Describe your current marketing strategy.

KP: Our focus for 2012 includes creating greater worldwide awareness for our brand and investing in our marketing to PIDN: How is your solution different on a technical level?

MD: Our people come from different industries, which helped us see the problem of customizing print products from several angles. We adhere to best practices and build components that can evolve separately, integrate together and weave with other platforms. This means that every time someone asks us whether a vision can be implemented using our tools, the answer is always ‘Yes.’ Extensible would be the best word to describe what we built. The architectural decisions we made five years ago allowed us to continuously improve on our software without ever having to ‘replace’ a system or reintegrate our modules.

PIDN: What distinguishes your solution from the competition?

proof flier for Inter-State Studio and Publishing and photography labs and studios remain our largest single customer segment. The product that has been creating the most buzz recently is our Double Thick Impact Card which allows a 24 point postcard to be printed on a standard digital press. Whether you're trying to book senior portrait sessions, or promote a new line of high end albums, you'll be more successful if you reach out to potential customers through multiple channels. The most effective results come from a well designed mail campaign in conjunction with email market-

websites out there who haven’t bothered to personalize their own cases,” continues Jay Foght. “The software isn’t user friendly or the wait is too long, sometimes up to two weeks to receive a personalized case in the mail. Who wants to wait two weeks for a phone case?” The Jaymo design tool was created to go hand in hand with the popular PixCase. The concept of the PixCase is a simple one. By tracing the patented PixCase template around any 4”x6” photo, a person can cut out the photo and insert it into the PixCase. The case now becomes a picture frame, pure and simple. From the wife who loves to digital scrapbook to the husband who loves photos of his kids, the PixCase is the perfect gift. Made to look like a real picture frame, the “frame” is constructed of a

durable, shock absorbing black vinyl. At a time where people are conscience of their spending, the PixCase allows a person to show their individuality again and again. People can change their photo or design any time they choose. And because the insert can be changed at any time, one long-lasting PixCase will be the only case anyone will need to buy for their device. The PixCase family includes cases for all Apple products and select Blackberry models. Included with every purchase is a bonus screen guard. Available on the Jaymo website and at retailers around the country, Pixcase products range from $23.99 to $35.99 depending on the model, making them some of the most affordable personalized

support our dealers and distributors in a more strategic fashion.

interested in our SnapR line.

PIDN: What products do you see as being hottest this year?

KP: All of our products did very well this year. We also introduced our SnapR line, which is very popular with the consumer and amateur photographer market.

Currently our most popular straps are the RS-7 Curve and DR-1 Double. We pride ourselves on designing solutions that appeal to a broad range of audiences. Our focus has been the professional and amateur photographer; however with the adoption of smart phones and social media, we see more and more consumers MD: Our flexibility, for sure. It is our focus, from the user experience to the costumer’s after-sale support or marketing services. The application is renowned for its ease of use that offers free-form layouts as well as predefined themes to fit the user’s lifestyle, whether she’s a busy mom or a creative photographer. Users can design their projects on different platforms (desktop, online, phone, tablet, kiosk) and get their photos from any social network, and they can even share them afterword!

The same goes for our business models which can practically be tailored to each customer since the solution is available as an API, a SAAS and now, as a turnkey option. They can define most of the setups in the application, brand it to their look and feel and manage the product and template selection, even create new ones ing, personalized URLs, mobile marketing and QR codes. Postcards are one of the simplest and most effective ways to do direct mail and thicker postcards stand out and have higher response rates than thinner cards. PIDN: How can our readers find out more about your company?

DW: I hope they start by visiting us here at the show at booth 72350 in hall D at the Venetian. We will be demonstrating the TRU-Flat book binding method and have lots of samples that show the quali-

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PIDN: How do you see the next year in terms of economy, sales, technology, and product evolution?

KP: We are optimistic about 2012 for the global economy, and are planning to grow our sales aggressively next year. We are also committed to keeping a pulse on where our industry is heading and what our customers tell us they want.

Visit BlackRapid during CES in booth # 72317. After the show, visit www.blackrapid.com. For information on how to become a BlackRapid reseller please visit: ://www.blackrapid.com/reseller.php or email info@blackrapid.com. to differentiate their offer.

PIDN: To what do you attribute your company’s success?

MD: Flexibility is at the heart of our management philosophy. It radiates from everything we do, including our relationships with our customers. Our team’s creativity and ability to innovate is Mediaclip’s most valuable asset and I want to make sure that we nurture these values. We use an ‘agile’ approach to software development and we promote flexible work schedules to help employees find a balance between work and family time. Being a mother of two gives me a unique perspective on that! I don’t know where this software will be in 10 years, but I’m sure it will evolve in line with its environment because the capacity to change is embedded in Mediaclip’s spirit. ty that you can achieve with the Panoramic paper. Our website at www.ConvertibleSolutions.com is the best place to find product information including links to our videos showing exactly how the Panoramic TRU-Flat system works.

I also encourage people to subscribe to our page on Facebook where every day we share some pearl of wisdom or piece of news of interest to photo imaging and digital printing professionals. They can find us on Facebook at www.facebook .com/ConvertibleSolutions.

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heavy weight pages and seamless twopage spreads, Panoramic books have a look and feel that is more professional than traditionally bound books. The TRU-Flat process utilizes Panoramic Papers from Mohawk Fine Papers that have been pre-converted with cohesives to simplify the creation of photo books. After printing, the pages are folded, stacked and pressed together to form a series of two-page spreads without a gutter or seam to interrupt the images. An additional printed Panoramic sheet can be wrapped around the book block to form a simple soft cover or the

finished book block can be case bound. “We also wanted to lower the barriers to entry for new photo book companies,” Snyder stresses. “Because the paper incorporates the cohesive, the equipment required to bind the Panoramic books is simple, small and inexpensive.” The Panoramic TRU-Flat process is designed for photographers, architects, creative professionals and those that want to deliver an exquisite visual impact. Designed to run on digital presses, the pages lay perfectly flat when the book is finished and deliver stunning digital photo reproduction without the traditional gutter running down the middle of the page. Artists, art galleries, museums, highend product catalog designers will love the ability to lay out their pages without con-

cern for images getting lost in the gutter. Convertible Solutions is a subsidiary of Inter-State Studio and Publishing company that supplies specialized substrates for digital printing, photo book manufacturing and personalized direct mail. The company makes a full line of pre-converted stocks for envelopes, mailers and cards. Convertible's TRU-Flat® book binding technology is incorporated in Mohawk Fine Paper's Panoramic book product line. More information is available at www.ConvertibleSolutions.com.

perform HTTPS operations supervised by Android mobile phones. Additionally, representatives from Venture Business Laboratory, Kyoto University and Mutech Trail Inc. will detail a new CAPTCHA technique designed to overcome the usability problems of mobile tablet devices such as smartphones, which do not use keyboards. This entails utilizing multiple noise images instead of twisted characters where invisible objects or messages are hidden. Subsequently, with this new technology objects appear when two images are overlapped at a certain position to resolve the recognizability of characters. Tablet users are then enabled to easily move images with only a finger and without the use of keyboards.

The IEEE ComSoc booth 35307 will include details on the society’s ongoing package of educational webcasts, webinars, publications and Tutorials Now online programs. Each year, hundreds of thousands of professionals, academics and government officials attend ComSoc events to network with experts and exchange ideas, while engaging in the organization’s educational programs designed to strengthen their knowledge of nearly every technological area. In addition, IEEE CCNC 2012 attendees will have access to more than 400 keynotes, technical sessions, tutorials, workshops and demonstrations developed to specifically showcase the latest enabling services and applications. Highlighting the agenda will also be the

keynote addresses of noted communications authorities such as Chang Yeong Kim, Senior Vice President, Samsung Fellow, and director of the Future IT Research Center at Samsung Electronics, Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology (SAlT), and Diane Cook, Huie-Rogers Chair Professor in the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Washington State University, who will address the topic of “Smart Homes: Artificial Intelligence in the Home and Beyond.” For more information, visit booth 35307 in the LVCC, South Hall 4 or the Society’s website, www.comsoc.org. Additional details for IEEE CCNC 2012 can also be found at http://www.ieeeccnc.org.

1080p video and image stabilization. MiVeu is sure to get better with every iPhone release. The modular design of MiVeu will allow us to develop and sell simple upgrade kits when Apple decides to change the form factor of the iPhone. Why spend hundreds of dollars on a POV device whose technology becomes obsolete within a year or a few months?

solutions for a variety of products, including new devices that have not yet been released to market. The modularity of our design allows us to create mounting clips for almost any device, not just smart phones. Stop by our booth to speak with one of the MiVeu representatives about developing a custom clip for your current or future devices.

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CONVERTIBLE SOLUTIONS WILL DEMONSTRATE TRU-FLAT BOOKBINDING DURING PMA@CES Convertible Solutions will demonstrate its TRU-Flat process for binding lay-flat Panoramic photo books during PMA@CES, January 10-13 at the Venetian hotel in Las Vegas. The complete line of Panoramic TRU-Flat binding tools will be displayed and demonstrated in the Convertible Solutions booth, number 72350. “Photo books are one of the fastest growing segments of the photo industry,” explains Aric Snyder, CEO of Convertible Solutions. “With the growing ranks of photo book sites, printers are looking for ways to stand out and with IEEE ComSoc (Con’t. from p. 65)

nity to learn first-hand about the latest methods for securely downloading keys in RFID devices, from an Android NFC enabled mobile. Today most electronic ticketing or physical access control systems work with Mifare components. This demonstration presented by leading researchers from Telecom ParisTech and EtherTrust will showcase “A New Keying System for RFID Lock Based on SSL Dual Interface NFC Chips and Android Mobiles.” It includes the use of a dual interface RFID running a trusted SSL/TLS stack. As a result, the keys are securely downloaded from WEB servers and afterward used by legacy Mifare systems, such as electronic locks, in order to MiVeu (Con’t. from p. 65)

PIDN: Why is MiVeu better than what is currently on the market?

OA: MiVeu is more affordable than existing POV cameras. It has an extremely versatile attachment system that gives you the freedom to record POV video with your iPhone. Mix it together, and you end up with the most advanced POV system out there. PIDN: Can I have one for myself?

OA: Yes, but you’ll need an iPhone too. PIDN: Why the iPhone?

OA: The iPhone is the world’s best smart phone, and now with the 4S, it offers full Eye-Fi (Con’t. from p. 65)

YK: Eye-Fi Premium gives users unlimited photo access, anywhere. By logging into their Eye-Fi account from any Internet connected device, Eye-Fi users can view, download and share their automatically backed-up content.

PIDN: Why did Eye-Fi decide to create a cloud storage solution?

YK: As users add new devices to their daily lives, their desire for cloud-based storage is growing so they can access information across all their devices at anytime, any-

PIDN: Where can I buy the MiVeu?

OA: After the show we’re hoping you can buy it everywhere! You can always get one from our website at www.miveu.com

PIDN: Do you plan on developing MiVeu for other devices?

OA: Yes, we’re currently working on

PIDN: How durable is it?

OA: Extremely durable! MiVeu uses the strongest and most durable components to ensure a long product lifespan, even in the hostile environments of extreme sports. It has been flight-tested to 10 Gs and crashed on a bicycle at 40 miles per hour. I have the scars to prove it. MiVeu comes with a one-year repair or replace

where. Eye-Fi is helping users leverage their multiple devices to get a seamless experience from capture to viewing and sharing. Eye-Fi Premium is a unique private cloud system that allows our users to enjoy all their content on any device.

PIDN: Where can consumers purchase or upgrade to Eye-Fi Premium?

YK: All Eye-Fi users have access to private cloud storage of the last seven days of their photos and videos to view, share or download. If users prefer unlimited storage, they can upgrade to Eye-Fi Premium for just $4.99/month or

For more information on Eye-Fi Premium and other Eye-Fi products, visit www.eye.fi.

PIDN: How much does Eye-Fi Premium cost?

$49.99/year. Photos and videos will be backed up and stored, safe and sound for as long as they like.

YK: Eye-Fi users can upgrade their current cards to Eye-Fi Premium through the EyeFi Center software. Additionally, Eye-Fi Premium can also be purchased at all Best Buy locations and on www.bestbuy.com.

Photo books made with Convertible Solutions' TRU-Flat binding method lay perfectly flat and have no seam in the center.

PIDN: Who is your target customer?

OA: Everyone: all iPhone owners and POV lovers are potential customers. Newbies to POV will also be a target market. MiVeu lets them join in the fun with minimal financial risk, plus they’ll get a better overall user experience. PIDN: What’s your price point? (MSRP)

OA: $69.95 MSRP for the U.S. market. We expect upgrade kits to retail for less than $20.00.

Visit MiVeu during the show at booth #26706 at CES South Hall 2 – ilounge or online at www.miveu.com.

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cases on the market. Cottage Mills, now Jaymo was founded in 1991. It is nationally recognized as a company that designs, produces and sells innovative products for the craft and photo industries. Jaymo’s line of personalized photo gift products includes the PixCaseTM, PixPenTM, PixMugTM and PixTagTM, all of which can be used with Jaymo’s design tool. To see the latest innovation in phone case design, visit the Jaymo booth at CES South-2 booth 26113 or checkout the website at www.jaymo.co.

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CONVERTIBLE SOLUTIONS PROVIDES TOOLS TO GROW PHOTO SALES Convertible Solutions will demonstrate how photographers and imaging labs can use its line of specialty papers to grow photo sales during PMA@CES, January 10-13 at the Venetian hotel in Las Vegas. The company will show its full line of preconverted stocks for creating personalized school portrait fliers, ID products and variable data postcards and mailers in the Convertible Solutions booth, number 72350. Convertible's personalized school portrait fliers enable the creation of high impact personalized proof fliers with envelopes on digital presses. Originally created for Inter-State Studio and Publishing Company's spring portrait program, these proof fliers have lifted package purchase rates in thousands of schools. Another school portrait product, Convertible's ID-4 stock, is used for creating full color ID stickers for use as school service items.

The Convertible Solutions booth will also feature the new Double Thick Impact Cards which enable the printing of 24 point postcards on HP Indigo, Kodak Nexpress, Xerox iGen and other digital presses. The Double Thick Impact Cards are designed for photo studios, imaging labs, printers and direct marketing companies that want to combine variable data or short run printing with the tactile impact of an extremely thick postcard. “Postcards are one of the simplest and most effective forms of direct marketing,” according to Convertible's Director, George Fry. “Thicker postcards stand out and have higher response rates than thinner cards, but producing a personalized postcard on a thick stock has been difficult. The digital presses required for short run or variable data printing did not work well with such heavy stock.” To solve this printing challenge,

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that explicitly accounts for final integration,” said Salvatore Rinaudo, SMAC project co-ordinator and Industrial and Multisegment Sector CAD R&D Director at STMicroelectronics. “Ideally, the total combination must be designed as a single system and the tools and methodolGame industry predictions (Con’t. from p. 56)

cost and competition grows. The result will be more belt tightening along the lines of developer RockYou (ZooWorld), who shed 40% of its staff in late 2011.”

Mobile carriers will take back smartphone content

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“Today, drivers have to adapt to the features and capabilities of their car,” said Paul Mascarenas, Ford chief technical officer and leader of the company’s global Research and Innovation team. “The Evos Concept changes the paradigm of how you interact with your car. Our vision is that the car should seamlessly adapt to the driver taking the driving experience to a whole new level of personalization and convenience.” The Evos Concept integrates technology in a holistic way meant to enrich the driving experience. By exchanging

data with the cloud, the Evos extends the connected lifestyle from home and office to the vehicle, providing new possibilities for personalization and adaptability of the car. Through integration of on-board data about driver preferences with cloud-based information such as work schedules, music and weather conditions, and local data delivered through vehicle-to-vehicle communications, Evos Concept aims to make life simpler. “The car gets to know you and can act as a personal assistant to handle some of the usual routines of a daily commute,” said Mascarenas. Ford researchers have also incorporated technologies to enhance driver health and wellness while at the wheel. Features such as the heart-rate monitoring seat and certified allergy-free interiors connect to the cloud to monitor the

physical state and workload of the driver, and adjust the driving experience accordingly. “Our wellness research and technologies are focused on relieving driver stress and enhancing a driver’s situational awareness,” said Mascarenas. “Drivers around the world are spending more time behind the wheel, and the car should not be another stress point in their lives.” Evos also utilizes the power of the cloud to understand driver behavior and travel patterns in order to make predictions about destinations and to adjust the control strategies for the state-of-the-art lithium-ion plug-in-hybrid powertrain. Through understanding where the driver is likely to go, Evos can intelligently switch between running on battery or engine power in order to use the least amount of energy for any situation.

of downtown Columbus Ohio, New Media Middle was formed to help urban middle school students bridge the education gap between them and their suburban peers. The school does this by combining a rigorous academic and community engagement curriculum with the latest technology to create an interactive and paperless learning

environment. New Media Middle and Samsung will be hosting a media open house onsite at the school tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, January 18, 2012 to demonstrate this cutting edge approach to learning in the real-world classroom setting. Interested media may RSVP or get more

details by contacting Lesli Benefield at 214.414.3324 or lbenefield@mww.com.

ogy are currently lacking. By filling this gap with a holistic, integrationaware, design platform, the SMAC project will give European industry an advantage in exploiting the potential of smart systems, reducing design costs and time-to-market and minimizing the risk of encountering problems in the final integration.” Today, smart systems are designed

using separate design tools for different parts of the system. For example, completely different tools are used to model, simulate, and design components such as MEMS sensors, analogue and RF components, and digital ICs and none of these tools take the ultimate system integration into account. The SMAC Platform will be codeveloped by academic and industry

partners, including several EDA (Electronic Design Automation) and semiconductor vendors to ensure its usability in realistic, industry-strength design flows and environments. The result will allow the industrial partners and their customers to increase their competitiveness in the world-wide market for smart system products and applications.

“Mobile operators once controlled all the content distributed to their phones. Those days are gone thanks to Apple’s tight grip on the iPhone user experience and the openness of the Android operating system and Market. But the expansiveness and quality diversity of those marketplaces are enabling carriers to bounce back as trusted advisors to offer their

subscribers premium app stores with curated content and user friendly, integrated billing.”

data fees per device and allow families to share plans. Carriers will bet on this with the hope it entices subscribers to buy higher end devices. With tablets poised to be the central entertainment hub in the household and game content ranking among the most consumed apps, operators will augment their games offerings as a key differentiator.”

FORD’S CLOUD-CONNECTED CAR, THE EVOS CONCEPT, MAKES NORTH AMERICAN DEBUT AT CES .The stunning Ford Evos Concept car will make its first appearance in North America as the centerpiece of Ford’s display at the 2012 International CES in Las Vegas, Jan. 10-13, 2012. The Evos Concept made its global debut at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show in September. The Ford Evos Concept embodies the company’s new global design language while providing a glimpse at Ford’s technology future highlighted by the use of cloud computing to enhance the driving experience.

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Family mobile data plans will emerge and spur game consumption “As households add smartphones for each member, plus 4G tablets and netbooks, mobile carriers will lower their

1: No. 1 mobile phone provider in the U.S claim for Samsung Mobile based upon reported shipment data, according to Strategy Analytics Q3 2011 U.S. Market Share Handset Shipments Report.

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RUSSOUND: A NAME YOU WITH A RICH HISTORY AND A BRIGHT FUTURE Whole-house audio pros know Russound as the market leader. Now, here at CES, Russound announces expansions into new markets to provide even more profit opportunities for their partners. This represents a new beginning for Russound and is viewed as a critical step forward to continue the company’s growth and success. Russound introduces the AirGo brand, with the introduction of the AirGo Outdoor Sound Station. This is the beginning of what will become a family of consumer and retail-friendly products featuring new wireless and digital

streaming technologies. The AirGo Outdoor is the first-ever transportable powered speaker dock for Airport Express designed specifically for outdoor applications. Russound also introduces vNet as a new Russound brand. Fans of the Colorado vNet products will welcome this commitment to continuing development and growth of this line of lighting and home automation systems. To be offered exclusively through the Russound Sphere Dealer program, these partners now have access to real lighting

PHILIPS EXPANDS ITS AWARD-WINNING FIDELIO LINE TO INCLUDE HI-FIDELITY HEADPHONES As an encore to its introduction of docking speakers for iPod/iPad™ and Android, Philips cranks its obsession for sound up a notch with a new range of headphones designed for the most discerning ear. Philips Fidelio Headphones let you hear every detail with life-like clarity while its design and fit are first class. Built with high definition speakers, luxurious components and aluminum housing, the new Fidelio Headphones offer an authentic listening experience,

either at home or on the go for a fully immersive sound that puts you in perfect harmony with your music. Crafted with care and attention, and featuring great design and finishing, the headphones have been made for comfort and tuned by the sharpest minds and ears of the Philips Golden Ears panel to create excellent sound detail, with a natural sound balance. The 40mm high definition optimally vented neodymium drivers are designed to deliver an extended yet controlled bass

A CLEAR VISION TO BRING ENERGY AND WATER SAVINGS THROUGH AUTOMATION TO EVERYONE A clear vision to deliver home and building control solutions to the masses drove the inception of SimpleHomeNet in 2007. The company soon became the largest third party manufacturer of INSTEON powerline/wireless products for home control networks. In 2009 SimpleHomeNet joined the ZigBee Alliance and now boasts close to 20 certified products under the ZigBee Smart Energy and Home Automation profiles.

Today, SimpleHomeNet thrives in its motto of rapidly adapting technologies to monitor and control anything from anywhere. “Our products are designed to help all aspects of daily living while offering security, peace of mind, resource conservation and savings,” says Al Choperena, president and founder of SimpleHomeNet. Many of these products are on display in the ZigBee Alliance Pavilion, and the SimpleHomeNet booth

Thursday, Januar y 12, 2012 control and home automation that integrates with Russound’s traditional home audio systems. “One of the reasons we’ve been a market leader for over 40 years is because we’re nimble enough to change with the times,” said Russound CEO Charlie Porritt. “These latest moves allow us to continue growing while developing and marketing groundbreaking new products for nearly every home audio and control application.” This new branding initiative capitalizes on the rich history of the company and prepares for a very bright future as new products are introduced to leverage the increased availability of digital streaming and wireless technologies. Added Porritt: “As our industry and a natural mid range so the full spectrum of sound on each song is relayed with the utmost precision. Plus, the Philips’ sound experts have carefully engineered the aluminum earshells to minimize resonance and vibration. The semi-open back design includes a finely woven, acoustically resistant fabric built into the steel grille that delivers rich bass and the pre-tilt speaker plate matches the natural angle of the ear to reduce multisound reflection. The result? Sound so detailed that you can clearly hear every instrument in even the most complex tracks. Philips Fidelio headphones are also crafted for luxurious long-lasting wear. 21939, located in the LVCC South Hall 1. SimpleHomeNet’s affordable, environment friendly and easy to use products harmoniously integrate multiple home and commercial systems into a consistent framework. The framework centerpiece is a gateway network appliance that bridges an Ethernet/Internet connection with home/building controls networks. Thin-client applications that run on Android, iOS, Windows, Linux, and any browser, afford a user access to the control networks from anywhere. The gateway offers compatibility with several wireless control technologies to maximize the choice of devices and expandability.

NEATO ROBOTICS INKS EXCLUSIVE DEAL WITH TARGET Neato XV-12 automatic vacuum cleaner is now available at more than 1,750 Target locations nationwide

Neato Robotics®, a Silicon Valley company that pioneers new technologies and products to free people from household chores, has signed an exclusive deal with Target to distribute its new Neato XV-12 all-floor vacuum cleaner. The Neato XV12 is currently available at Target.com and more than 1,750 Target retail locations across the U.S. The suggested retail price is $399.99. The Neato XV-12 vacuum cleaner is

designed to automatically and intelligently clean homes on a daily basis, ensuring clean floors and more free time for its owners. It cleans all types of floors and carpets and is the ultimate home appliance for everyone including working adults, busy families and pet owners. The Neato XV-12 is designed to pick up dirt, debris, and pet hair and includes a specially designed brush that avoids tangling. Its automatic daily cleaning reduces contaminants like pet hair, dust and pollen that can cause allergies and asthma. “In today’s busy world, it is difficult

to find time to do all that we want and need to do. The Neato automatic vacuum frees up your valuable time and keeps your home healthy and clean so you don’t have to do it,” says Warren Flick, CEO of Neato Robotics, Inc. “Our mission at Neato Robotics is to deliver new

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changes, we must change with it. The advent of streaming audio has the potential to be a real boon for CE and CI pros, so long as those of us on the manufacturing side create the types of products that make end-users drool over the prospect of owning these systems. By dividing the design process into three distinct areas, we can drill down and expedite manufacturing and sales faster than ever before.” Visit Russound and see the new products here at CES at their suite in the Renaissance Hotel daily from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM and until 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Friday. Made with memory foam cushions, they provide the highest standard of comfort. The fully adjustable headband and earshells provide a perfect fit for hours of uninterrupted music enjoyment.

The headphones come with the following accessories: • Inline remote and mic for the iPhone • 3.5mm audio cable • 6.3mm audio jack for Hi-Fi devices • Pouch for storing your headphones to keep them pristine Visit www.philips.com/headphones for more information on the full range of Philips headphones.

To control appliances and monitor their energy use, SimpleHomeNet also offers several models of metering load controllers to cover the ranges from 90277 VAC and 15-30 Amps. Other controllers include sprinkler/irrigation and general purpose I/O. Also available are sensors for temperature, humidity, liquid, soil moisture and ambient light. This broad product range allows for a myriad solutions around a typical home, farm or building that include lighting, pool/spa, irrigation, A/V, leak detection/prevention, security and many more. Please visit the SimpleHomeNet booth 21939, located in the LVCC South Hall 1, www.SimpleHomeNet.com, or email sales@simplehomenet.com. and innovative products that save consumers time and keeps their homes neat and clean.” Some of the innovative features and benefits of the Neato XV-12 automatic vacuum cleaner include: • Powerful suction: Designed as a true vacuum with a beater brush and the strongest suction available in any robotic vacuum cleaner. • Methodical cleaning - Come home to that “just cleaned” look. The Neato XV12 cleans using smart path planning and a back-and-forth pattern, ensuring that it thoroughly and neatly cleans floors and carpets. • Scuff-free navigation: The Neato XV12’s laser-mapping technology constantContinued on Page 133

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Thursday, Januar y 12, 2012 Kronos weeklong residency. Composed by Quin, hailed as the “Audubon of Audio” by the Washington Post, “Polar Suite” integrates the sounds of traditional instruments processed with captured sounds all controlled by movements of KMI’s K-Bow. K-Bow is a Kevlar and graphite bow that seamlessly integrates sensors and CPUs with the feel of a traditional violin bow. “Polar Suite” brings together violin, viola, cello, digitally processed samples and interactive

electronics controlled by the K-Bow. In developing this new work, Kronos Quartet founder David Harrington shared his excitement, “This is an opportunity to essentially relearn our instruments and to transform how we approach live performance. “Polar Suite,” is a very different kind of string quartet and an extraordinary sonic adventure--thanks in large part to the K-bow

want to watch, including big media brands and niche sites, broad categories and specific subjects, video from social networks and smart channels that learn what users like. Frequency includes channels of real-time news, entertainment, sports and video content in hundreds of categories. Frequency delivers video to users in a simple, timely and intelligent way, with a consistent experience across all the screens in a consumer’s daily life―and it’s free. For content publishers, Frequency provides increased reach to new users and new devices, continued control over video programming; ads and monetization; and a channel-based interface that drives sustained, repeat viewing. Frequency does not delete or suppress ads and does not insert additional ads into publisher content or publisher channels. For manufacturers, Frequency offers an integrated application that brings the universe of internet video to internetconnected CE devices via a simple, intu-

itive user interface. On each device, Frequency can work alone or seamlessly with Frequency on other devices, including with Frequency on the web. Videos saved on one device can be watched later on another. Frequency’s global services platform provides the underlying services that power all Frequency consumer products. Developed using insights gained from its initial website-only product, which pioneered aggregation of video from social networks and around the web and has been visited by millions of users over the past year, the patent-pending Frequency global services platform has been built to support global audiences and over time to reach every important consumer video device, including tablets, smartphones, videogame consoles, television set-top boxes, and Internet-connected TVs and Blu-Ray players. Frequency brings together, in one powerful and easy-to-use experience, all the great Internet video that users want to

watch,” said Founder and CEO Blair Harrison. “For the first time, every online video a user wants to see is available in one place, and accessible on any device. Frequency is a real time solution that keeps you updated with video news, entertainment, what your friends are sharing and your interests, anytime and anywhere.” With the launch, Frequency becomes the only personal video aggregation service to be packaged with Samsung, the number one seller of smart TVs. Frequency’s iPad app is available free in the App Store, and Frequency is available on the web at www.frequency.com. All three products feature Frequency’s intelligent tuner, which allows users to navigate quickly and easily through branded channels, smart channels, trending topics, and all the video their friends are sharing on social networks. Visit Frequency at Hilton Suite 2828. After the show, visit www.frequency.com.

our patented, award-winning R-strap, and we are very committed to a balanced culture of creativity, technology, and business talent with relentless optimism.

also very pleased that our R-Straps were featured in some key media outlets this last year, including The New York Times and on the Disney Channel.

appeal to a broad range of audiences. Our focus has been the professional and amateur photographer; however with the adoption of smart phones and social media, we see more and more consumers interested in our SnapR line.

WORLD’S FIRST STRING QUARTET FOR BLUETOOTH VIOLIN BOW PERFORMED BY KRONOS QUARTET Technology embraces tradition with the premier of “Polar Suite,” the world’s first string quartet composed for and performed with K-Bow, a Bluetooth Sensor Bow designed by Berkeley based Keith Frequency (Con’t. from p. 1)

products: for the web, for the iPad, and for Smart TVs in partnership with Samsung. Today, there is great video almost everywhere on the Internet, on social networks, media sites, and blogs, videos that cover just about every subject and perspective imaginable, with new videos added constantly. Navigating this universe of video, checking lots of different sites, finding things that are interesting, and keeping up with everything that’s new, however, can be a challenge. Now, Frequency makes it simple and easy for users to discover, watch and stay up to date with great video from the Internet. In a single place, Frequency brings together video from sites across the internet, creating custom channels that are updated in real time and can be watched on your computer, on your TV or on the go. Using Frequency’s intelligent “tuner,” users can tune into just what they BlackRapid (Con’t. from p. 1)

tures, distributes and sells photography industry accessories including the award-winning R-strap (original camera sling strap) product line. Founded in 2008 by a photographer looking to solve a problem, BlackRapid is committed to building quality products and a world-class brand. We are currently in over 45 countries and growing. CEDN: What would you say makes your company unique?

past year?

ML: It has been an exciting year―we have gone from being a new face in the music industry to becoming an upcoming brand. After receiving our certification and go ahead from Apple, we started product production and began shipping to our distribution and retail channels worldwide in the summer.

Since then we have been making waves into the industry―securing more distribution, retail and awareness. In fact,

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McMillen Instruments (KMI). Kronos will perform “Polar Suite” by Douglas Quin at Syracuse University, College of Visual and Performing Arts on November 9, 2011 at 8pm, as part of the

CEDN: What has been your emphasis in 2011?

KP: Our emphasis this year has really been on our worldwide distributors and partners as well as building our talent to help us evolve to the next level of growth as a company.

CEDN: What was the most significant event or series of events affecting your company in the past year?

there are artists who absolutely love our device. Artists such as Jordan Rudess, keyboardist from Dream Theater and an App producer (MorphWiz, SampleWiz and GeoSynth) who will be at our booth demo-ing the iConnectMIDI in addition to giving one signed device each day to one lucky attendee.

CEDN: Sounds like you have been busy. What is next for iConnectivity―any new products this year?

ML: The team at iConnectivity are thinkers―continually innovating and creating. So yes, we do have more

CEDN: Describe your current marketing strategy.

KP: Our focus for 2012 includes creating greater worldwide awareness for our brand and investing in our marketing to support our dealers and distributors in a more strategic fashion. CEDN: What products do you see as being hottest this year?

KP: All of our products did very well this year. We also introduced our SnapR line, which is very popular with the consumer and amateur photographer market.

Currently our most popular straps are the RS-7 Curve and DR-1 Double. We pride ourselves on designing solutions that

coming. Last year, we demonstrated the iConnectMIDI, this year we are excited to do the same in addition to talking to our guests at CES about our newest product, iConnectMUSE TM . The iConnectMUSE is a personal mini audio mixer that you control from your iOS device. Portable, highly configurable and expandable, iConnectMUSE in combination with an iOS device gives you full mixing control over multiple input and output audio channels.

iConnectivity is looking forward to another exciting year―innovating and creating

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CEDN: How do you see the next year in terms of economy, sales, technology, and product evolution?

CEDN: That is amazing. We look forward to seeing the next generation of products from iConnectivity. If our readers want to contact you for more information, how can they reach you?

ML: Well if they are here at CES this week, please be sure to drop by and see us at booth 3922 in the North Hall of LVCC. Also, we will exhibiting at Winter NAMM, a music industry trade show in Anaheim next week. Of course they are welcome to visit our website at iConnectivity.com or email us at info@iConnectivity.com.

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EIGHT WAYS TO PROTECT YOUR ELECTRONICS WHILE TRAVELING & PROTECT YOUR CELLPHONE FROM DAMAGE AND THEFT Worth Ave. Group, the largest electronic device insurance company, knows firsthand how often people experience theft or damage when traveling. Let’s face it, most of us lug out our suitcases all too often for business. With every trip, we Intertek (Con’t. from p. 1)

Working with Intertek establishes a firm partnership that secures trust, confidence and loyalty among engineers, manufacturers and buyers. They offer an added selling advantage for their clients by providing unique certifications for product differentiation. Some of their more prominent global marks and certifications include the ETL, Green Leaf, and Quality and Performance Marks. Revolutionizing the way products are tested and certified for global markets, Intertek’s wide array of NRG Energy (Con’t. from p. 1)

rooftop solar systems and devices like smart phones into one seamlessly managed life at home. Emerging technologies like electric vehicle-to-grid, which will allow drivers to make extra cash from the excess power stored in their EVs, show the potential of smart energy is still growing. What’s even better: Americans are getting smarter about smart energy. They’re getting excited about the future, and the proof is in the crowds here at CES. Americans are demanding more energy choices, and NRG is the premier energy company of the 21st century working to deliver the choices businesses and consumers want. NRG’s efforts to provide consumers Pioneer Electronics (Con’t. from p. 1)

pany. What’s your main line of business?

LR: Pioneer is a leading manufacturer of high-performance audio, video and computer equipment for the home, car and business markets. The Car Electronics Division (CED) of Pioneer is known for offering the kind of in-car products that make driving more enjoyable by offering high quality audio, video, navigation systems, and new digital technologies that reflect the new ways that our customers use electronics in their cars.

CEDN: What would you say makes your company unique?

LR: Pioneer is always seeking to stay ahead of the technology curve for incar entertainment. We’ve been recognized for many innovations within the industry for many years, for both aftermarket products and those we provide on an OEM basis. We’ve achieved a number of “firsts” within the car industry, including SUPERTUNER[R] (1976), the first compact disc player

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before boarding the plane. It's common to leave a cell phone or iPad in the waiting areas. Once you have boarded the plane, it is difficult to get off the plane in effort to retrieve any items. 3. When traveling overseas, keep valuable electronics in an in-room safe when possible. Keeping expensive electronics out of sight from visitors or staff who enters your room reduces your risk of theft. 4. When checking out of a hotel, gather any charging cords you may have

put our electronics at a greater risk for theft or damage. And, if you are reading this, we know that your electronics are a top priority. With a few simple tips, you can keep your devices safe. 1. Keep electronics stowed under the

seat in front of you when flying. Laptops can become damaged when luggage shifts in overhead bins during flight. Also, with your belongings stowed at your feet, you can control how your items are handled and who has access to them. 2. Make sure you have all devices

formed ETL into the fastest growing safety certification mark in North America. A network of 30,000 Intertek employees across 1,000 laboratories and offices worldwide is prepared to deliver the fastest turnaround times to customers. Faster project turnaround ultimately means faster time-to-market and a competitive advantage for manufacturers. Intertek is a global leader in product testing, inspection and certification. The certifications they offer enable faster, more efficient market access for their clients in industries including consumer

electronics, Auto/EV, home appliances, IT/telecom, wireless, renewable energies and more. Their heritage in product safety testing and certification, energy-efficiency testing, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing, performance testing and benchmarking, energy storage testing, certification and consulting services deliver timely and efficient quality assurance solutions. For more information on Intertek, please call 1-800-WORLDLAB, email icenter@intertek.com, visit www.intertek .com, or stop by CES booth 15144.

and businesses with these energy choices, as well as vast amounts of cleaner energy on a national scale, are leading an energy revolution toward the smart, sustainable and connected world so many of us have envisioned. We’ve installed the largest solar system at any American sports stadium―more than 8,000 panels at the Washington Redskins’ FedExField―and we’re installing solar and wind power at the home of the New England Patriots and New England Revolution. We’re also installing solar systems on the rooftops of homes, schools and businesses all around the country; and we’re building the first phase of the world’s largest rooftop solar project, which will be spread on commercial rooftops across 28 states. Our companies Green Mountain

Energy and Reliant are offering customers the most advanced choices in cleaner energy and smart energy. Green Mountain now supplies 100-percent renewable energy to the Empire State Building. Reliant has taken its model smart home out of the lab and into the real world, creating Innovation Avenue―12 houses in a real, everyday Houston neighborhood wired with smart appliances, home energy management devices, Reliant’s smart energy solutions, rooftop solar and electric vehicle chargers. Both Reliant and Green Mountain are leaders providing smart phone apps to help people manage the energy in their lives. While our eVgo business is steadily expanding its network of EV fast chargers in Texas, NRG has also formed the

eV2g partnership, which plans to use vehicle-to-grid technology to turn EVs into cash back cars. It sounds like a lot, and it is. The energy world, like the American people, is getting a lot smarter about being smart, and there are infinite new opportunities for consumer electronics because of this energy transformation. As NRG drives this transformation, we have the power to change life and the energy to make it happen. I hope you all enjoy the energy of our people as they show you the proof of what is possible today at CES with our Reliant House on Wheels. There’s a new world of energy choices we can offer, and there’s no better venue than CES to show America NRG has what they’ve been waiting for. (NRG Booth 26103.)

for automotive use (1984), the first global positioning system (GPS) for cars, as well as the first detachable face security system (1990), 50-disc CD changer for the car (1997), single color organic electro luminescence display technology (1998), six-disc DVD changer (2000), navigation/audio video/vehicle dynamic performance unit (2004), route guidance navigation with detailed traffic information (2005), Pandora headunit (2010) and AppRadio (2011), the first in-vehicle product designed to utilize the smart phone’s processing power, Internet connectivity and apps as the primary source for its information and entertainment capabilities.

took shape in spring of 2011 with the release of our AppRadio product, which uses the iPhone as its primary content source. Because it’s designed to embrace apps installed on the phone, we’ve already been able to add more functionality to the units we’ve already sold by enabling additional apps and updating our own AppRadio app. We think AppRadio is truly innovative and will eventually lead to significant changes in the automotive electronics landscape. With this product we’re once again staying ahead of the curve to help grow our industry, and we think it will be a significant new category for Pioneer in 2012.

We also see products with smart phone connectivity and integration as a crucial new direction in 2012. The iPhone/ iPod/Bluetooth connectivity are now “expected” features. Consumers are constantly demanding simpler user interfaces for complex devices and seamless integration with their portable/personal devices such as MP3 players and smartphones. Android support will also be the big buzz for 2012, and manufacturers need to cater to those consumers that expect more and won’t settle for subpar performance.

safety, performance and energy efficiency certifications add value to your product while meeting all national and international certification needs. Intertek’s ETL Mark is the ideal way to get your products to market faster, and ultimately conveys that your product conforms to the proper standards and is compliant with national safety regulations. Intertek tests to the same OSHA-regulated standards as their competitors, but have gained considerable attention because of their unmatched service. Intertek’s high level of efficiency and expertise has trans-

CEDN: Where is your current product emphasis?

LR. In addition to our traditional core products such as CD players, audio/video, navigation, speakers and subwoofers, a recent emphasis for us has been to rethink “connectivity” by tapping into the power of the smart phone and fully embracing its capabilities. This first

CEDN: What products do you see as being hottest this year?

LR: For 2012, we’re continuing to see significant velocity in the in-dash audio/video category. For Pioneer, these products posted the most gains in 2011 and we are expecting similar growth in 2012. We’ll be expanding our AV product offerings to give consumers a wider selection of products and at a broader, more affordable price range.

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LR: How can our readers find out more about your company?

LR: To find out more about our company, readers can visit our webite at www.pioneerelectronics.com/car. Pioneer is also involved with social media and can be found on .facebook.com/Pioneer NorthAmerica, www.youtube.com/pioneerelectronics, and .twitter.com/ pioneerUSA. Visit Pioneer Electronics (USA) in booth #1101 in the North Hall.

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systems specially designed for toddlers and preschoolers. We leverage the latest touch screen technology, including Android OS and 3D animation, and incorporate recent scientific discoveries from early childhood education to provide families with an integrated learning solution that promotes progressive play and offers a rich learning experience, guided by VINCI Early Learning Objectives. CEDN: What was the inspiration behind VINCI?

DY: My young daughter, Hera, was the inspiration behind VINCI. She is a very bright, energetic toddler, and like many kids her age she gets bored easily! Before having VINCI, she loved to occupy herself with my smart phone, but I kept asking myself what she could gain from Skinit (Con’t. from p. 1)

mass customization of electronic devices for consumers, retailers, and OEMs through our patented / patent-pending software platform. We offer a variety of technologies from removable pressure sensitive film, to high speed permanent decoration of glass, metal and plastic substrates. Our applications include special editions, private labeling / asset tagging and the ability for consumers to create their own designs. CEDN: What was the most significant event or series of events for Skinit in the past year?

BK: Wow, what a year! Back in 2010, Skinit received a $60 million investment. The purpose of this investment was to move Skinit to the next level. We made a lot of progress on that front in 2011. We became truly international, opening a state-of- the-art facility in Suzhou, China. This facility sits in the midst of the largest concentration of manufacturAT&T (Con’t. from p. 1)

Apple Inc.

CEDN: What is an emerging device?

GL: Take out traditional handsets and smartphones, and if it has current running through it, it’s an emerging device. That’s anything from tablets to personal navigation devices, digital cameras, health and wellness devices, portable gaming devices, tracking devices, clothing that monitors vitals, etc. Everything is fair game as long as we can wirelessly enable it and put it on the AT&T network.

CEDN: How important are emerging devices for AT&T? GL: Very important. AT&T launched our Bluetooth violin (Con’t. from p. 128)

and what is now possible!” “The bow itself has the feel and balance of a fine bow. One literally has the power to control and manipulate sound at

playing with my phone or tablet? I was very disappointed in the lack of depth in most learning apps and decided to create an early learning system that would help my daughter build character and a winning attitude and equip her with the right skills to meet tomorrow’s challenges. CEDN: What would you say makes your company unique?

DY: VINCI is unique because for the first time ever the best technology is offered to young children. Only by using the latest technology can we expose our children to a world of opportunities. From a learning perspective, it is the only system currently available on the market that helps parents understand critical milestones and set realistic and age-appropriate expectations of a developing child. CEDN: Where is your current product emphasis?

ing for personal electronic devices in the world. This operation is revolutionizing the supply chain for just-in-time decoration of substrates; eliminating forecast errors and risk for the OEM.

We also invested heavily in acquiring new talent to augment the strong team Skinit had in place. We brought in some great people in the areas of web and product marketing, international logistics and operations, and coating and print technology. We’ve put in place professional sales and account management teams, and enhanced our already talented software and development, industrial design, engineering and graphic art departments. CEDN: What would you say makes your company unique?

BK: What distinguishes Skinit is a history of industry firsts that have created tremendous value to the consumer electronics ecosystem. In 2005, we were the first to introduce consumers to removable Emerging Devices Organization three years ago with the mission: Connect Everything that makes sense to be connected, with the goal of making all devices smarter and more valuable to the end-user. We recognized the opportunity early and moved aggressively to seize it. We added nearly 1.3 million devices in the third quarter alone―that’s more than 1 million devices and 300,000 tablets―and have 14.5 million-plus emerging devices running on our network.

Consumer Electronics Daily News DY: Our product emphasis is on early learning. Often parents think that learning starts with school. But in fact, by the time the child turns five, parents already can see a major difference in their child’s knowledge and capabilities. We believe that by providing parents a complete ecosystem, comprised of a tablet computer and well researched apps, we will assist them with raising well-rounded children. CEDN: What does your company want to achieve?

DY: We want to show parents that technology can be used as a tool to help parents save time on searching for and assessing educational content and instead spend a lot more face-to-face time with their kids. We also want to raise awareness around the idea that children can excel and succeed as long as their parents are willing to invest the pressure sensitive film [for the decoration of thousands of devices], and in 2006, a patent-pending software platform for consumer electronics companies to leverage―increasing profitability with their customers. In 2007, we brought personalization to consumer electronic medical devices and in 2008, introduced permanent on-demand personalization to OEM wireless handsets with Sharp, HTC, RIM and T-Mobile. Skinit was the first to launch “while you wait” on-demand personalization for consumer electronics in retail with Microsoft Stores in 2009, and in 2010 introduced the Skinit Trend Database―leveraging millions of SKUs and associated design trend data to help consumer electronics companies achieve better selection and attach rates for designs and products. In 2011, we were first to introduce high speed, mass scale personalization to OEMs and ODMs with our China Facility. For 2012, we plan to introduce high speed 3-D decoration to the consumer electronics marketplace―providing tremendous value by eliminating industry costs. mobile broadband network is uniquely suited in technology, choices for our partners and speed to complement all emerging devices; we’re clearly the carrier of choice. But capacity is critical – spectrum is the highway of our wireless network and we need to make sure there’s enough to move the traffic in the future.

time in their children’s learning process. Finally, we want to revolutionize early childhood education for both low-and high-income families. CEDN: How do you determine your company’s success?

DY: We believe we’ve succeeded when parents return to us to thank us for giving their children the best possible start in life with VINCI. To us, the most important role of a caregiver is to help children discover their own talents and follow their true passion. In 20 or 30 years from now, we’d like to see our VINCI Kids achieve great things in life. That would be the ultimate reward and a true indicator of our success. Stop by the Mommy Tech pavilion at CES to see VINCI in booth 3409 or visit www.vincigenius.com, call 855-698-4624 or email contact@VINCIGenius.com.

There’s more―Skinit has the largest library of content, brands, and art for our customers and partners to choose from. In addition, our amazing group of designers, experts, artists, and engineers can work with retailers and OEMs to differentiate the electronic devices they sell. Our patented / patent-pending technology platform makes it easy for consumers to interface with us on the web, and makes it easy for the retailer and OEM supply chains to integrate with our capabilities. We continually invest in R&D activities to bring to market new technology for product decoration, and world class information and logistics systems. Because of our vast library of designs and the option for our consumers to use their own art or photo, we can mine our database to predict trends in design, colors, and consumer electronic devices.

Skinit will be located in the Venetian Suites, this year. To schedule an appointment, visit www.promo.skinit.com/ces2012.php or email sales@skinit.com.

Bio-Harness, which gives health care professionals the technology to remotely access patient vital signs through the AT&T wireless network and more ... CEDN: What’s the next big thing?

GL: It’s a huge growth opportunity. And we’re just scratching the surface of the potential. According to ABI Research, there will be 1.5 billion connected devices worldwide by 2014. The AT&T

GL: Stay tuned. But we have had a series of significant recent deals. These include the Sony Vita gaming device, coming next month [CQ February]; the Ford connected car, early 2012; Acer, Sony, HTC, Samsung tablets; Amber Alert GPS, a tracking device that keep tabs on kids; Garmin GTU, tracking devices for pets, people and possessions; and the Zephyr

GL: We see significant growth opportunities in gaming, telematics, health care and in the digital home. These areas are going to break out in 2012, and we will see unprecedented innovation. Our Emerging Devices Organization is focused on working with partners on things from everyday life and using wireless technology to improve them, and in the process makes an impact on people’s lives. The “what if’s” quickly become “there are’s” using our technology, innovative minds and executing quickly to get these to market and in customers hands.

their fingertips with virtually no disruption to the technical act of playing their instrument. It really is the coolest thing that I have ever seen,” said Jeffrey Zeigler, cellist for Kronos Quartet. Keith McMillen has been a pioneer in

electronic and computer music for over 30 years. His instruments and inventions have been used by artists like Laurie Anderson, Grateful Dead, Led Zeppelin. He invented the first programmable audio mixer and the Zeta violin, the gold stan-

dard for electric stringed instruments. “New instruments should enable truly original music. When an instrument excels and merges with a great performer, an experience exceeding both can be achieved,” says McMillen.

CEDN: What’s the potential for the future?

CEDN: Do you have any new deals to announce?

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venture, PROTECTOR by TASER. It’s a technology platform that enables parents to safeguard children from dangerous activities and influences through the simple PROTECTOR Dashboard. This dashboard runs on smart phones, computers, and even some TVs, giving parents a tool to prevent some of the new dangers that kids face, including sexting, cyberbullying and driving distractions. PROTECTOR gives parents visibility into a child’s high-tech life and allows them to block dangers before they reach their kids. CEDN: This seems like a departure from your current product line. How does this fit into TASER’s mission?

RS: Our mission at TASER International is to Protect Life, and now we’re launching a revolutionary technology platform to help protect our most valuable lives, our children. TASER isn’t about any one specific type of technology; we’re singularly committed to using innovation to protect lives in today’s world. We revolutionized how law enforcement protects the public; now we’re helping Moms and Dads protect their families in an age with increasingly complex challenges. Custom Autosound (Con’t. from p. 1)

remote LCD controller. All functions are shown on and controlled by the hand held RF controller.

Secretaudio SST Wired LCD with RF Remote Control: Hideaway 200 Watt AM/FM CD Controller with USB MP3/WMA Flash Drive, iPod control, CD Control, Satellite Radio Control. Featuring ‘RF’ (radio frequency) remote control. Ideal for street rods, classics, customs or any vehicle. Leave original radio intact! LCD display/control unit can be mounted almost anywhere and be controlled by wireless remote from up to 40 feet away. Or with the new SRMS model the LCD Neato (Con’t. from p. 121)

ly updates its internal map so it can accurately detect objects greater than four inches in height and carefully clean around them without damaging furniture and walls. • Self-docking to re-power: After comWorth Ave. Group (Con’t. from p. 129)

left behind plugged into the wall. Hotels find thousands of charging cords each year left by travelers. 5. If driving to your destination, never leave your vehicle unattended with windows down, doors unlocked or property in the bed of a truck. This makes your property an easy target for theft. 6. Check pockets or purse for cell phones when moving on to a new location. Backtracking your phone can take away precious vacation time. 7. Carry laptops onto the plane. When you check the baggage, you have no control over how the luggage is handled. 8. When traveling by taxi, make sure you obtain your luggage before paying

CEDN: Can you share more specifics about the PROTECTOR?

RS: Our first product is MOBILE PROTECTOR, an advanced set of parental controls for your child’s mobile phone. With it, parents can easily set permissions and privileges on most features of the phone―inbound/outbound calls, all message types, and when the phone can be used. You control to what degree the phone is monitored and can tighten or relax permissions at any time. Basically, it’s training wheels for life in a mobile world. Issues are addressed as they arise with one simple click from your phone or computer. MOBILE PROTECTOR also integrates seamlessly into our second product, DRIVER PROTECTOR, to help you navigate challenges you might face when your child starts driving.

Thursday, Januar y 12, 2012 monitor dangerous driving behaviors, including speeding, driving without permission and more. Should your teen have an accident, you and emergency services are alerted to ensure help gets there quickly. It’s really parenting for young drivers. CEDN: How is MOBILE PROTECTOR different from spyware?

RS: Unlike spyware, it’s collaborative. Actions parents take through MOBILE PROTECTOR are communicated to the child’s phone. Our TrustGuard technology provides full disclosure to parent and child and offers unparalleled flexibility to evolve as circumstances change. You

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decide what to monitor and when. PROTECTOR balances your need to safeguard your children with their quest for independence.

Many of us parents feel helpless to protect our kids from dangerous, negative influences in this high-speed, information age. Until now, cell phones have been a parenting problem; we’re making them a parenting tool. As a father, I can tell you that there’s nothing more important to me than protecting my family. PROTECTOR by TASER puts control back in parents’ hands. For more www.taser.com.

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CEDN: Tell us about DRIVER PROTECTOR.

RS: We hear about too many accidents caused by drivers who were texting or talking on the phone. DRIVER PROTECTOR helps you instill safe driving habits in your young driver by limiting these distractions. Its GPS also lets you

Secretaudio Features • Wireless Remote Control w/ Up to 40’ Range , No Line Of Sight Required • 200 Watt AM/FM Stealth Audio Solution (50w x 4)

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pleting its cleaning, the vacuum cleaner returns automatically to its base to recharge itself. By utilizing the charging base, the Neato XV-12 is charged and ready to go when it’s needed most. • Cleaning scheduler: With its easy-touse interface, customers can schedule the Neato XV-12 to clean every day auto-

matically, keeping homes neat and healthy and carpets well-groomed. • The Neato XV-12 automatic vacuum, which is available in a new Misty White color, can only be purchased through Target. In-store Target shoppers interested in seeing the new Neato XV-12 in action can simply scan the Quick

Response (QR) code on the Neato box to see its full features and functionality using their smartphones or mobile devices.

the driver. It’s an all too familiar story of cab drivers leaving with luggage still in the trunk. Worth Ave. Group also recommends purchasing insurance on your devices. Insurance will protect you from theft, drops, spills, screen cracks and more. These are all common losses that travelers experiences. With these few tips and some common sense, you can greatly reduce your risk of theft or damage while traveling.

well as theft. With a policy from Worth Ave. Group, you are protected should one of these events happen to you. However, there are several ways for you to protect your phone from and unforeseen loss. Screen Protector: Buy a screen protector. The screen protector will protect the screen from scratches. The extra layer of protection also makes the glass stronger and reduces the risk of shattering when dropped. Case: Countless phone cases are out on the market. Some are better than others, but it doesn’t matter what kind. Choose one that creates a barrier between your phone and any elements that could cause damage. Avoid Water: If at all possible,

keep your iPhone away from water. Common places to avoid are sinks, bath tubs, pools, lakes and oceans. One of the most common water mishaps is keeping your phone near drinks. Drinks can easily be knocked over and spill on to your phone. Prevent Theft: Keep your phone on your person when in public places. If you set it down and turn away, you are at a high risk for someone else picking up your phone while your back is turned. Worth Ave. Group has seen countless claims, most commonly avoidable with these few tips. With these common sense preventative measures, you can ensure your phone will stay unharmed and right where it needs to be, in your hands.

display/control is in the palm of your hand. The tuner/amplifier unit can be hidden out of sight (under seat or dash). The SST model comes with 10’ cable from LCD panel to tuner/amp and comes with two mounting options included (Flush mount bezel, and a swivel mount bracket). Custom Autosound has even included the iPod docking cable (iPod not included). Again, the SRMS LCD does not have to be mounted. You have full control from anywhere near your vehicle.

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