Multi-user, multi-touch, multi-mode device makes computing collaborative. Connects families with library of learning and entertainment apps by top game-makers

LAS VEGAS - Monday, January 7th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

2013 International CES

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Lenovo(HKSE: 0992)(PINK SHEETS: LNVGY) today announced the IdeaCentre Horizon Table PC, the company’s first "interpersonal PC," a multi-user, multi-touch, multi-mode device for the home that allows users to turn their personal computing experience into a shared computing experience.

As a Table PC, Horizoncan lie flat on any surface, lets two or more people use the screen at the same time, supports interactive physical gaming accessories and is designed for touch screen game-play among several players. Horizon takes advantage of Windows 8 touch functionality to bring customized games from Electronic Arts and Ubisoft to life in a way players have never seen before. Horizon can also easily transform into a 27-inch ... Read more »

LAS VEGAS - Tuesday, January 8th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

2013 International CES

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- PointGrab Ltd., a pioneer in hand gesture control solutions, today announced a new and advanced version of the hand gesture recognition software that will be available on Samsung’s latest premium Smart TV models worldwide. PointGrab’s gesture control solutions have been available on selected Samsung Smart TV models since early 2012.

PointGrab’s patented hand gesture recognition solution empowers consumers to completely immerse themselves and experience true Natural User Interface (NUI) capabilities. PointGrab’s sophisticated and customizable hand tracking software enables a level of human-machine interaction far beyond simple motion detection. Leveraging existing 2D cameras, with minimal impact on processing resources and power consumption, the technology can accurately and reliably track human hands individually and together, detecting both hands separately within the same ... Read more »

World’s Number One Photo App on Android and Kindle has its Sights Set on iOS Platform

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. - Monday, January 7th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- PicsArt, Inc., the world’s premier, full-featured mobile photo editor, is now available on iPhone after much anticipation from its passionate fan base. Having seized the number one spot among mobile photo editors on Android and Kindle, PicsArt is poised to dominate the mobile photography market on iOS, following a flood of demand from iPhone users. PicsArt, a self-funded and crowdsourced application, combines the complete functionality found in desktop editing and design tools with intuitive features that empower users to unleash their inner creativity and turn their photos into works of art.

"PicsArt’s iPhone launch is a testament to our growing, passionate community of users, whose thoughtful feedback has truly shaped PicsArt into the app it is today,” said Artavazd Mehrabyan, PicsArt’s co-founder ... Read more »

LAS VEGAS - Monday, January 7th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

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    The LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Education EV3 platform is the third generation of LEGO Education robotics technology designed for classroom use. It is a full teaching solution developed with educators to actively engage students in a number of key curriculum areas such as computer science, science, technology, engineering, and math correlated to national standards.
    The EV3 platform includes customizable curriculum and digital workbooks; a hardware platform based on real-world robotics technology for engaging, hands-on activities; an intuitive software platform consisting of both programming and data-logging interface including 48 step-by-step tutorials; and extensive professional development courses.
    The LEGO MINDSTORMS Education EV3 platform is backwards compatible with the previous MINDSTORMS Education NXT platform, ensuring that existing sens ... Read more »

Influential Publication Picks EnVerv as the Only Chip Company Amongst its Top Ten List

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SAN JOSE, Calif. - Monday, January 7th 2013

EnVerv announced today that is has been selected as one of the top 10 venture-backed green companies of 2012 by the Wall Street Journal and the only chip company on the list.

"We are very pleased by the selection of EnVerv by one of the most influential publications in the world as it acknowledges the hard work and dedication of all our employees as it does the direction and execution of our company,” said Reza Mirkhani, Co-Founder and President of EnVerv. "We will use this selection as further impetus in driving EnVerv toward achieving our goals in 2013 and beyond,” he added.

EnVerv has been at the forefront of advanced Power Line Communications (PLC) semiconductor System on Chip (SoC) development for the past two years with a full line of PLC products in mass production.

About EnVerv I ... Read more »

BURBANK, Calif. - Monday, January 7th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Phoenix Audio Technologies, a world leader in real time audio solutions, today announces enhancing the partnership with Vidyo Inc. a world leader in personal telepresence and video conferencing solutions.

Vidyo has tested and chosen Phoenix Audio Technologies’ Duet PCS personal audio solution to be distributed as a recommended personal audio solution to Vidyo users worldwide.

"We are very proud that Vidyo has chosen to add the Duet PCS as a recommended personal audio solution for Vidyo users worldwide,” said Jacob Marash Phoenix Audio Technologies’ COO. "Our best in class audio solutions will be perfect for Vidyo users, providing HD audio for Vidyo’s best in class Personal Telepresence solutions.”

Phoenix Audio Technologies’ Duet PCS is the only personal speakerphone that provides real HD audio (16KHz).

About Phoenix Audio Technologies

Founded in 2004, Phoenix Audio Tech ... Read more »