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2010 NEWS

IBM uses "Do It Yourself" Video to Communicate and Market

August 12, 2010 - London, UK - IBM uses the vzaar video platform because of the power and features of the video player, as well as its overall simplicity, ease of use and cost effectiveness. read the article

"No more long, cumbersome marketing documents - no more boring presentations. Video is how companies and business should communicate," says Mark Leaser, Worldwide Offerings Manager, IBM Software Services for Lotus. "You can do it yourself and save thousands of dollars."

IBM Software Services for Lotus is using video in a wide variety of ways - for internal education and communications as well as for external marketing and customer relations.


Qoof Launches Platform-Independent In-Video Advertising App Technology

Turns any video advertisement in any player on any network into a complete commerce or brand engagement experience; platform provides standard apps, partner apps and ability to integrate custom apps

August 12, 2010

Qoof, the Interactive Video Technology Company, today announced the launch of the Qoof in-video advertising app platform. The all-in-one interactive video ad technology platform allows advertisers to easily insert custom apps into existing rich media assets that can be distributed across third-party players and multi-screen advertising platforms including on websites, affiliate networks, ad networks, social media outlets and social gaming locations. read the press release


blinkx Partners with Source Interlink Media to Bring Users Internet Video from MOTOR TREND and DIRT RIDER

Thousands of action sports and automotive videos now available online at www.blinkx.com

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF.—August 10, 2010—blinkx, the world’s largest and most advanced video search engine, today announced a partnership with Source Interlink Media, the premier source of special interest media in the United States. Through this partnership, thousands of videos from MOTOR TREND and DIRT RIDER will be fully searchable and viewable at www.blinkx.com. Leveraging its unique AdHoc platform, blinkx will also place contextually relevant advertising against the videos and share resulting advertising revenue with Source Interlink Media. read the press release


Avail Intelligence reveals the secrets to a rapid Holiday eCommerce Launch Plan

In under 10 man-days of total effort, online retailers can raise Holiday sales by 15% or more

Palo Alto, California, August 10, 2010 –Avail Intelligence (http://www.avail.net), today released a step-by-step plan for how online merchandisers can deploy a behavioral merchandising strategy for the Holiday season.

The Avail Holiday Launch Plan provides a detailed step-by-step plan to quickly launch a Behavioral Merchandising program on any eCommerce site, in time for the typical Holiday season “lockdown”. Based on Avail’s experience from over 100 successful deployments at online and multi-channel retailers, it addresses what resources are required and how to structure the deployment project. Get the plan here - http://www.avail.net/wp-content/uploads/HolidayLaunchPlan.pdf read the press release


August 6, 2010

The National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) recently launched the "My Piece of the Peace Corps" international video competition to honor the U.S. Peace Corps' upcoming 50th anniversary.

Contestants are asked to submit a one- to two-minute video about how the Peace Corps, a Peace Corps Volunteer, or a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer changed their lives. Winners will receive $500, $1,000, or a grand prize of $2,500. Entrants do not need to be a Peace Corps Volunteer or former Volunteer to enter the contest, which runs until Sept. 30, 2010.

Participants should upload their videos to NPCA’s contest group on YouTube by Sept. 30, 2010. Submissions must be less than 120 seconds and cannot have been previously submitted to another contest. Further contest rules and details are available online at
http://www.peacecorpsconnect.org/VideoContest

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Internet Video Weekly Contest Update

San Diego, CA - Aug 6, 2010 Read the press release


NOISE INDUSTRIES SHIPS FXFACTORY PRO 2.5
Latest FxFactory Pro release boasts 8 brand new plug-ins and an enhanced slideshow generator for the ultimate creative control

Boston, MA ­ August 3, 2010 ­ Noise Industries, developerr of visual effects tools for the post-production and broadcast markets, is pleased to announce the release of FxFactory Pro 2.5 for Apple® Final Cut Pro®, Motion®, Final Cut Express®, and Adobe® After Effects® applications. FxFactory is an award-winning, revolutionary platform, powering over 300 visual effects plug-ins optimized for real-time performance on the Macintosh platform. The new FxFactory Pro 2.5 introduces 8 new visionary filters and transition plug-ins, as well as significant enhancements to the platform's unique slideshow generator, which includes a sleek new user interface for selecting and arranging images. The update is free for current FxFactory Pro 2.0 users at: http://www.noiseindustries.com/support/fxfactory250. read the press release


MEDIA DISTRIBUTORS UNVEILS POWERFUL STORAGE MANAGEMENT APPLIANCE

Constellation Andromeda Server™ Provides Customers Backup, Archive,

Search, Retrieval Functions Managed Through Single Hardware Platform;

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Multiple Windows, Multiple Projectors, Multiple Issues Solved

InterfaceFLOR chooses TV One for their Presentation Facility Needs

August 3, 2010, Erlanger, KYIs your company going green? InterfaceFLOR is, and in a big way. Their mission, known as “Mission Zero,” is to completely eliminate any negative impact they may have on the environment by 2020. read the press release


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HandBookLive Begins Nationwide Search for Company Video Guides to Showcase at PICNIC Conference in Amsterdam

HandBookLive is One of Fifteen US & Canadian Companies Chosen to Participate in PICNIC

Posted August 3, 2010

SAN DIEGO, CA

HandBookLive.com is inviting companies and inventors in green technology, electronics, software, tools, automotive and other categories to post their video guides on HandBookLive.com, with the chance to have their video featured at the 2010 business conference and PICNIC creative festival in Amsterdam, Holland from September 22-24, 2010. HandBookLive is commencing its nationwide search for company videos after recently being selected as one of fifteen US and Canadian companies sponsored by the Dutch government (via Handelsroute, a company that organizes trade between Holland and the US) to participate in PICNIC. more info


Winners of the PayPal Bump competition

August 3, London, UK

Our “How do you bump with PayPal competition” officially closed on 30th June, 2010 and our shortlist was sent over to our esteemed judges to pick the winners. I’m pleased to announce that our grand prize of £5000 goes to Michelle Tsen of Foco Films for her entry “Sending money has never been so easy. More info here


MEDIA DISTRIBUTORS UNVEILS POWERFUL STORAGE MANAGEMENT APPLIANCE

Constellation Andromeda Server™ Provides Customers Backup, Archive, Search, Retrieval Functions Managed Through Single Hardware Platform;

RFD-TV and Cooperstown Dreams Park Are First Customers

TUESDAY, AUGUST 3, 2010

STUDIO CITY, CA – Media Distributors, a leading provider of services, systems, and products for professional audio and video production today announced the release of its Constellation Andromeda Server™ storage management appliance. The product, a combination of the innovative Constellation VCM™ storage and archive management software with customized Windows 7 servers, provides customers with a foundation for performing multi-tiered storage management, archiving and back-up functions – and includes, search, retrieval and manipulation of assets – through a single visual interface. The system is compatible with leading edit and storage systems, including Avid, Apple Final Cut Pro, and virtually all NAS and SAN storage systems. read the press release


muvee launches muvee Pixie for the YouTube generation

Quick creation, instant upload, and a Netbook-friendly design are the highlights of the latest automatic video editing software from muvee

August 2, 2010

San Francisco, CA – – muvee, the pioneer and leader in home movie-making software and services, announced the launch of muvee Pixie, the latest addition to the award-winning automatic video editing suite of products that has been shipped with hundreds of millions of consumer devices from PCs to cameras. read the press release


vzaar signs 1000th Business Customer for their industry leading business video platform

Businesses worldwide are using vzaar to host marketing and educational videos

London UK. August 2nd, 2010. vzaar, (http://www.vzaar.com) the business video hosting service, today announced they have signed up over 1000 companies in the US and UK, who are now using the vzaar video platform for internal and external video distribution. read the press release


New real estate website offers $2,000 for best video

July 30, 2010 - Creative video-makers are being offered a chance to win cash prizes – including
a $2,000 first prize – for creating the best video of someone selling a home - read the press release


TV One Adds New EDID Solution to Ease Installation Issues

ERLANGER, KY, July 29, 2010 – The TV One-task product line expands by offering an EDID/CEC Selector.

The 1T-EDID-11 Selector allows for easy set up of the EDID and CEC parameters between a source and display monitor. Instead of waiting for the source and display to synchronize, this HDMI switcher saves time by using preset EDID and CEC settings to speed up the process. It’s also easy to change your settings should that become necessary due to the selection of a different source or destination device or because you have purchased new equipment. read the press release


PANASONIC INTRODUCES COMPANY’S FIRST HIGH DEFINITION POCKET-SIZED MOBILE VIDEO CAMERA THAT CAN DOUBLE AS A WEB CAM WHEN CONNECTED TO COMPUTER

Compact Panasonic HM-TA1 is the Ideal Video Camera for On-the-Go HD Video Shooting; Plus Software Allows Seamless Transition for Use as a Web Camera

SECAUCUS, NJ (July 27, 2010)Panasonic today introduced the Panasonic HM-TA1, a new Full High Definition (HD), 1920 x 1080 pixels-capable mobile video camera with pocket-sized dimensions for ultimate portability and ideal for on-the-go shooting opportunities. With an easy-to-use design intended for intuitive operation, the TA1 features an integrated USB terminal and software that allows for easy PC connection and uploading videos to online sharing sites such as YouTube™ and Facebook®. The TA1 also supports the Apple© iFrame video format (960 x 540/30p), which is optimal for Mac® users to import quickly and maintain small file sizes. When using iMovie®, the iFrame video data in the video camera is the same format as the one that is used to edit. Read the Press Release


Aflexi Launches New Web Site Targeted to Service Providers and Web Hosting Companies

Aflexi Software and Services enable smaller service providers to compete with large CDNs like Akamai, CD Networks, EdgeCast, Level Three, and Limelight


Malaysia, July 27, 2010 - Aflexi, a leading developer of
CDN Software and Content Delivery Network Management solutions today launched the new Aflexi web site. (http://www.aflexi.net).

Aflexi's CDN Management services and CDN software is targeted towards service providers who want to quickly, easily and cost-effectively provide CDN services.

"Our new site is tightly focused on the services and software that Aflexi offers to small and medium size service providers who need CDN functionality in order to compete on an international scale,” said Whei Wong, CEO of Aflexi. "Web hosting companies can now provide content providers and publishers with all the bandwidth and POPs they need without having to pay the exorbitant rates charged by the major CDN suppliers."

read the press release


CyberLink Announces “MediaEspresso 6”

The Fastest Media Converter that Even Makes Your Video Look Better

Taipei, TaiwanJuly 26, 2010CyberLink Corp. (5203.TW) is pleased to announce its next generation of ultra fast media converter - MediaEspresso 6. Renamed from MediaShow Espresso, the latest version converts any video, photo and music files to a broad range of devices including smart phones such as Apple iPhones and Google Android phones; media players such as iPods and iPads; and game consoles such as Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. MediaEspresso 6 also features TrueTheater Technology that enhances video quality as it converts. read the press release


July 23, 2010

Lights! Camera! Pour! Video Contest! Wine Spectator's 4th Annual Contest

Share your wine adventures and earn great prizes - for more info, read the announcement


July 23, 2010
Toon Boom Announces Storyboard Pro 2

Montreal ­ Emmy Award-winning Toon Boom Animation Inc. today announced the upcoming release of Toon Boom Storyboard Pro 2, a new version that infuses more power and flexibility into the idea creation, development and visualization process.

Storyboard Pro 2 is essential to the beginning of any audiovisual project, enabling storyboard artists, directors, producers, game designers and communication specialists bring their concept to life. read the press release


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Internet Video Weekly Contest Update

San Diego, CA - July 12, 2010 Read the press release


DALET SHOWCASES KEY ENTERPRISE EDITION ENHANCEMENTS FOR NEWS AND MAM CUSTOMERS AT IBC 2010

New platform and enhanced creation tools improve collaboration and productivity in News, Sports, and Program production

Levallois-Perret, France - July 23, 2010 ­ Dalet Digital Media Syystems will showcase Dalet Enterprise Edition, their flagship News and Media Asset Management (MAM) solution, featuring its new Workflow Engine at the IBC 2010 exhibition, held in Amsterdam from September 10 ­ 144 in Hall 8, Stand B77. This latest version of Dalet Enterprise Edition offers the only solution on the market that fully integrates leading-edge creative and editorial tools for News, Sports and Program production with MAM and workflow automation. read the press release


GENIUS LAUNCHES SUPER MINI WIRELESS NOTEBOOK 2.4GHZ MOUSE

Light weight and easily transportable mouse for on-the-go work and play

MIAMI (July 21, 2010)–

Genius (www.geniusnetusa.com), a brand division of KYE Systems Corp., today announced a new addition to the company’s extensive line of mice, the Micro Traveler 900S with cordless high tracking precision and Stick-N-Go mount design. read the press release

July 2010, Futuresource: Strong Growth for Interchangeable Lens Compact Cameras

Following the release of a Futuresource industry report earlier this month on the Western European market opportunity for Interchangeable Lens Compact Cameras, James Wells, consultant with Futuresource discusses some of the key issues surrounding this market.

The Futuresource report, entitled The Market Opportunity for Interchangeable Lens Compacts, was released in July 2010. In addition to looking at the market opportunity for Interchangeable Lens Compact Cameras, the report also assesses the impact Interchangeable Lens Compact will have on all existing camera formats and provides forecasts and market insight for Compacts, DSLRs and Interchangeable Lens Compacts through to 2014. read the press release


TV 3.0 Conference & Expo: Innovations in TV and Content Delivery - to Bring Together Executives from Across the Television Industry

TV 3.0 – Innovations in TV & Content Delivery will be held in Los Angeles, California on December 7th & 8th 2010.

The event will provide an international forum for executives and technologists from the companies driving the future of TV to come together to discuss the opportunities and issues associated with the industry's latest innovations. read the press release


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