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BAYSIDE, CALIFORNIA, February 2, 2011 – StreamGuys, Inc., a streaming media and content delivery provider, has evolved its streaming platform to support single-source audio and video streaming to multiple targets, including desktop, laptop and mobile devices. The company is leaning on its broadcast experience and knowledge of the cellular network to ensure that its clients can maintain connection with their audiences at home, in the office and on the go, while also offering valuable audience measurement techniques and services.

“Streaming to mobile comprised more than half of our customer requests in 2010,� said Jonathan Speaker, COO of StreamGuys. “The proliferation of mobile devices is changing how streaming media is consumed, and broadcasters, for example, are increasingly working with streaming providers and content delivery networks to reach audiences on the move. StreamGuys is uniquely positioned to help service more

Following the successful launch of its first iPhone application in 2010, AKG is introducing the AKG Wireless App 2.0 at ISE, available via free download in March. With a host of new features and an updated interface, users will not only be able to monitor and configure their AKG wireless systems through an iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad, but will also have the opportunity to control multiple settings from system design, to soundcheck and during performances, all through Harman’s HiQnetTM protocol and a Wi-Fi connection.

Supporting the Apple iPhone 4 retina display, version 2.0 offers advanced control functionality, allowing users to manage and change their wireless system parameters, including the name of the setup and frequency signals. The newly adopted ALERT system automatically issues a warning if there is a low microphone battery or an antenna malfunction. The app also suggests possible solutions for solving signal issues.

“We more

New features in Scaleform GFx 4.0 enable the creation of graphically rich, high-performance Flash-based applications, interfaces and games for iOS and Android devices

Scaleform® Corporation (Scaleform), the leading provider of Flash®-based user interface (UI) and 2D graphics solutions for videogame developers, announced today a set of new features and optimizations for Scaleform GFx 4.0 designed specifically to accelerate the development of highly immersive, lightweight applications, interfaces and games for iPhones, iPads, iPods and Android-based phones and tablets. The new features will be showcased at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Spain (Feb 14-17) in the Imagination Technologies booth, Hall 1, stand 1D45.

Scaleform GFx is an open, extensible, hardware-accelerated Flash player SDK used in over 800 3D games to create high-performance, graphically rich in-game user interfaces, menus and animated displays. Scaleform is now expanding the capabilities of GFx 4.0 to allow mobile device manufacturers and developers to more

At NAB 2011, Small Tree will unveil the first Ethernet-based shared storage system to support 6Gb SAS/SATA protocol end-to-end with the introduction of GraniteSTOR ST-RAID II (Booth SL10505).

As with its original ST-RAID system, Small Tree’s ST-RAID II includes direct attached shared storage technology designed specifically for Final Cut post-production professionals looking for economical, functional and easy to manage storage solutions.

“ST-RAID II was the logical evolution to our original shared storage system,� said Corky Seeber, president of Small Tree. “We’ve received a lot of interest from mid-size to larger post-production facilities looking for an Ethernet-based shared storage solution that would provide the performance of Fibre Channel without the budget-crippling cost.�

Providing robust (greater than 600MB/sec), consistent performance over Ethernet networks while offering optimal cost-efficiency, ST-RAID II’s low latency ensures there are no dropped frames in SD or HD. Available in 8-, more

TriCaster TCXD850 packs the capabilities of an HD network television studio into a 4U rack mount system; TriCaster TCXD850 is also suitable for desktop and portable live production.

NewTek, a worldwide leader of video and 3D animation products, today announced that Kathryn Jones, Joey Brenneman and Erin Bigelow’s New York theater production, “Better Left Unsaid” will use the NewTek TriCaster portable live production system in their groundbreaking venture. The engagement will run from January 28 to February 6, 2011, at Center Stage NY theater.

Performed in front of a live audience, “Better Left Unsaid” will be shot with multiple cameras, mixed in real time, produced and streamed live to the Internet via the NewTek TriCaster. Comments from the social media audience will be integrated into the show between acts and scene changes. Audience members from around the world will be able to see the play and interact in real time, by visiting: http://betterleftunsaid.tv.

The TriCaster TCXD850 live production interface gives you control of a complete multi-channel, high definition (HD) production. Connect up to eight HD or standard definition (SD) cameras, digital or analog audio, and take your production live.

“There is no better technology to use for something like this than the NewTek TriCaster,” Jones said. “I first more

NewTek, a worldwide leader in video and 3D animation products, today announced the release of TriCaster TCXD850 CS, a hardware control surface for the TriCaster TCXD850 high definition (HD) portable live production system. The TriCaster TCXD850 CS provides a physical connection to the 24-channel system’s functions and effects, allowing operators to make snap decisions with confidence and ease.

TriCaster TCXD850 CS hardware provides illuminated push buttons, twist knobs, a premium T-bar and three-axis joystick to control all of the functions and effects available in the TriCaster TCXD850, letting operators perform commands instantly.

“With live events, there’s no second chance. You have to be certain and you have to be fast. Our goal with every new product is to give our users the opportunity to deliver the best quality live production possible, with confidence and accuracy,” said Andrew Cross, executive vice president of Engineering, NewTek. “This more

NewTek TriCaster powered the live venue boards at ESPN Winter X Games 14

NewTek, a worldwide leader of video and 3D animation products, today announced that its signature streaming product, the award-winning TriCaster portable live production system, will be used to produce and live stream extensive coverage of the ESPN Winter X Games 15 from Aspen, CO, from January 27-30. Fans attending the X Games will be able to watch events on the in-venue video boards at various locations in Aspen-streamed exclusively with TriCaster. Fans at home and on-the-go will have access to the all the action, via the TriCaster-powered high definition (HD) live stream at Facebook.com/xgames.

ESPN Production team operating TriCaster at Winter X Games 14

Last July, at the summer more

Leading book review website Kirkus Reviews, has named “Teddy’s Day� among the first apps to earn the coveted Kirkus star which is awarded to books of remarkable merit. The rating appeared in the feature “5 Apps You Need to Check Out Now.�

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Teddy’s Day, available via iTunes (search Auryn), is a premiere storytelling experience for the iPad dubbed an “Auryn� by its creators for its unique blend of story, gaming and art. “Teddy’s Day� follow-up “Teddy’s Night� was released in January, 2011. Both have earned acclaim for breaking new ground more

(Urbana, IL, January 10, 2010) – CSP Mobile Productions has expanded its fleet with the addition of two HD trucks, both configured with a complement of Cobalt Digital 3G/HD/SD-SDI distribution amplifiers and conversion equipment. CSP- HD3, a rebuild and already on the road, has supported numerous projects including the Senate debates, local Connecticut elections, the Hartford Marathon, and NBA, NHL and NFL games. CSP-HD1, a new vehicle, launched on January 1st.

“We designed these trucks to maximize every bit of space and be future proof,“ said Len Chase, title. “Cobalt is one of the few manufacturers that have both dual and triple 3G DAs and that was key. We were able to compact as much into a frame as possible and optimize a relatively small area. And though we’re not using it yet, we specifically wanted to make more

YOU GOTTA SEE THIS! 1.2 HITS THE IPHONE APP STORE

Upgrade to chart-topping panography photo app available for a special promotional sale price of 99 cents!

Puchheim, Germany – January 13, 2011 – Boinx Software today announces the availability of You Gotta See This! 1.2, the company’s popular panography photo app for the iPhone. Version 1.2 amplifies usability with increased speed and enhanced rendering capabilities. If you decide that the image you shot wasn’t quite right, rendering can now be cancelled mid-process and you can return to camera mode to capture a better shot. In addition, if you accidentally hit the camera button during the capture process, you will no longer lose the previous recording. Lastly, two brand new indicators appear in the camera view, flashlight and focus/exposure lock, to help you capture the perfect photo in any environment.

You Gotta See This! is available more