CEDAR RAPIDS, IA–(Marketwired – Jan 2, 2014) – TaxACT®, the value leader in tax preparation solutions, will be giving away approximately $30,000 in cash and prizes in the “You Got This” Sweepstakes. The sweepstakes began yesterday and will continue through March 7. “The phrase ‘You Got This’ is about having the confidence to accomplish anything you want,” said TaxACT president JoAnn Kintzel. “This year’s sweepstakes celebrates accomplishments big and small, including doing your own taxes. We hope the prizes help winners be successful in their next achievement, whether that be opening a business, paying off a college loan or buying…
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NEW YORK, NY–(Marketwired – Jan 2, 2014) – SmartMetric, Inc. (OTCQB: SMME) — Speaking today from NEW YORK, SmartMetric™ Inc. President & CEO Chaya Hendrick said that on December the 23rd it filed in the Federal Circuit Court its opening brief in its continuation of the SmartMetric patent infringement litigation against Visa Inc. and MasterCard International. We have presented to the court powerful argument in support of our claim against the defendants for patent infringement and we welcome the Court’s adjudication of this matter. It is expected that in the normal cause of events the matter will be heard in either April…
SANTA CLARA, CA–(Marketwired – Jan 2, 2014) – Magellan, a leader of innovative GPS devices for vehicles, fitness, outdoor and mobile navigation, has announced that it will bring on additional sporting applications to the current Echo smartwatch at the 2014 International CES in Las Vegas. After an overwhelming response from consumers to its Echo smartwatch, the company is adding golf, skiing, hiking, and other outdoor activities to its capabilities. With a larger spectrum of sports, Magellan is pleased to announce two additional colors, Dark Blue and Gray, to complete the line-up of 5 colors that look good in a variety…
NEW YORK, NY–(Marketwired – Jan 2, 2014) – Kinsa, a mission-driven, venture-backed startup, today announced 510(k) clearance for its smartphone-connected thermometer by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This announcement marks the first-ever approval by the FDA for a mobile-connected version of the world’s most common medical device. Like traditional thermometers, the Kinsa Smart Thermometer can be used orally, under-the-arm or rectally. It’s been designed with parents and children in mind and leverages the smartphone to make taking a temperature a more engaging and informative process. The thermometer connects to a smartphone or other mobile device via the headphone…
IRVINE, CA–(Marketwired – Jan 2, 2014) – Gigastone Corporation, a leading Taiwan-based technology manufacturer, is set to make its North American debut at 2014 International CES in Las Vegas. The company holds patents for a variety of mobile and networking technologies, as well as owns flash-controller technology. It will be located in LVH Hospitality Suite 17-121 during CES’ four-day run. “Dane-Elec USA is excited to work closely with Gigastone to launch the brand in the North American market and expand its global reach in the consumer electronics industry,” commented Michel Hassan, general manager of Dane-Elec USA. “With Dane-Elec USA’s retailer…
WEST COVINA, CA–(Marketwired – Jan 2, 2014) – E FUN, a consumer electronics designer and manufacturer of fun, easy-to-use lifestyle products, is debuting its first quad-core Nextbook Android tablets at CES 2014. The Nextbook 8 and Nextbook 10 tablets feature Android Jelly Bean 4.2, Google Play, and new, narrow frame bezels. The 2014 line of Nextbook Android tablets will be on display at CES in South Hall MP25055, January 7-10. “We are thrilled to launch our 2014 line of Nextbook tablets with enhanced features at CES,” stated Jason Liszewski, managing director and VP of sales for E FUN. “2013 was…
DUBLIN, CA–(Marketwired – Jan 2, 2014) – Back by popular demand Epicor Software Corporation, a global leader in business software solutions for manufacturing, distribution, retail and services organizations, will give away build-a-bear smallfrys® in exchange for a $10 donation to benefit the Retail Orphan Initiative (RetailROI) during the 2014 National Retail Federation (NRF) show at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City, January 13-14. RetailROI, celebrating its 5th year in operation, works to raise awareness of the more than 400 million at risk and orphaned children worldwide by providing real solutions to help improve their lives. Every dollar raised…
OXNARD, CA–(Marketwired – Jan 2, 2014) – NYNE, an innovator of lifestyle inspired audio products, will unveil its next generation of speakers at CES 2014. The new lineup consists of four portable Bluetooth speakers designed to make life more enjoyable by letting consumers take their music with them and share it anytime, anywhere. The 2014 line will be showcased at CES in Central Hall Booth #11626. “We are excited to show our redesigned portable Bluetooth speakers at CES,” said Arman Arami, president of NYNE. “With improved features such as near field communication (NFC), built-in charging banks and built-in microphones, as…
MILPITAS, CA–(Marketwired – Jan 2, 2014) – Vuclip, the world’s largest independent mobile video and media company, today reports on the most significant trends in 2013 with regards to mobile video. Sharing and viewing longer form content top the list with more specifics below. Additionally, today Vuclip announces that it is experiencing rapid global adoption and popularity, reaching 100 million monthly unique mobile users worldwide.1 Top Macro Worldwide Trends of 2013Here are the year’s top macro trends and consumer behaviors when it comes to viewing mobile video. The majority of people share mobile videos 53 percent of people across demographics…
ALISO VIEJO, CA–(Marketwired – Jan 2, 2014) – Smith Micro Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMSI), a leading provider of wireless and mobility solutions, today announced that William W. Smith, Jr., president and CEO, and Andy Schmidt, CFO, will be presenting at the Needham & Company 16th Annual Growth Conference on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at 8:40 a.m. Eastern Time. The conference is being held at the New York Palace Hotel in New York City. Smith Micro will offer a live audio webcast of its presentation at 8:40 a.m. ET on January 14, 2014 at http://wsw.com/webcast/needham64/SMSI, as well as an archived replay,…