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The revolutionary Pioneer® flat panel di...

About Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. Pioneer’s Home Entertainment and Business Solutions Group develops high definition home theater equipment for sports and entertainment junkies. Its flat panel televisions, Blu-ray Disc players, A/V receivers and speakers heighten the emotions created by great HD content. The company brands include Pioneer® and Elite®. When purchased from an authorized retailer, consumers receive a limited warranty for one year with Pioneer products and two years with Elite products. More details can be located at www.pioneerelectronics.com. About J.D. Power and Associates Headquartered in Westlake Village, Calif., J.D. Power and Associates is an ISO 9001-registered global marketing information services firm operating in key business sectors including market research, forecasting, performance improvement, training and customer satisfaction. The firm’s quality and satisfaction measurements are based on responses from millions of consumers annually. For more information on car reviews and ratings, car insurance, health insurance, cell phone ratings, and more, please visit JDPower.com. J.D. Power and Associates is a business unit of The McGraw-Hill Companies. Pioneer and Elite are registered trademarks of Pioneer Corporation. ]]> tag:audio-video.sourceofnews.net,2007://31.29877 2007-10-10T02:30:18Z 2007-10-14T02:32:38Z

PlasmaSync 42XP10, 50XP10 and 60XP10 Del...

PlasmaSync 42XP10, 50XP10 and 60XP10 Deliver Superior Video Processing, Expanded Connectivity, and Video Wall Capability NEC Display Solutions of America, a leading stand-alone provider of plasma displays, LCD desktops, commercial large-screen LCDs, and projectors, announced today the launch of the new PlasmaSync Professional Series plasma displays. The new models include the 42-inch 42XP10, 50-inch 50XP10 and 60-inch 60XP10. The new series, a replacement for the highly esteemed XM PlasmaSync Series, is designed for corporate installations, including government agencies and digital signage applications. The new professional displays are designed for video wall tiling as well. Multiple displays can be utilized for 5x5 wall matrices or aligned for vertical or panoramic design. Multiple images can also be displayed with the enhanced split-screen feature. In addition, a robust input panel provides DVI with HDCP inputs, and the RS-232 input and output control provides easy set-up to control systems. “This is another exciting addition to NEC’s breadth of products in the digital signage space. With features like video wall capability and split-screen functionality, we’re providing unique digital signage products,” said Todd Fender, Product Line Manager for NEC Display Solutions. “Not only is the technology top-of-the-line, but the price point makes the professional plasma line more affordable than previous generations.” The PlasmaSync Professional Series also features a new cabinet design, which resembles the market-leading LCD product line. In addition, enhanced picture-in-picture allows two sources to be displayed on the screen at one time with multiple configurations and sizes available for both sources. The new 42XP10, 50XP10 and 60XP10 models include the following features: * High Definition provides optimal resolution up to 1366 x 768 * Superior video quality allows for a smoother picture with greater detail and deeper blacks * Comprehensive input panel includes a DVI with HDCP inputs, which delivers the latest in digital connectivity * Complete RS-232 input and output control provides easy set-up to control systems * Video tiling capability enables built-in image matrixing to be split into quadrants up to a 5x5 plasma wall, in addition to vertical and panoramic configurations * VESA standard hole pattern enables compatibility with universal mounts * IR Remote ID select allows units placed in close proximity to one another to have different IR transmissions so only one unit is controlled at a time (26 ID w/10 key remote functionality) * Enhanced split screen allows two sources to be displayed on the screen with each resulting window offering multiple configurations and size options * 2K meter altitude ensures applications in high altitude environments perform properly * Text Ticker/Insert Function allows text from another source to be inserted over a portion of the active source * Quieter operation fan noise is only 22dB during normal operation and less than 1W in stand-by mode * Advanced AccuBlend™, which converts non-native resolutions to the resolution of the display * Optional speakers and stands The PlasmaSync 50XP10 has a MSRP of $2699.99, and the 60XP10 has a MSRP of $5999.99. The 42XP10 has a MSRP of $2499.99. All models are available for shipment and are backed by a 1-year warranty. About NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc. Headquartered in Itasca, Ill., NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc., is a leading provider of innovative LCD displays, professional grade plasmas and projectors, and integrated display solutions. NEC Display Solutions develops leading-edge visual technology and customer-focused solutions for the education, enterprise, government, professional, medical and digital signage markets. NEC Display Solutions ranked as the No. 1 large-screen LCD monitor provider for the signage and professional displays market for CY2006, according to iSuppli. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Reseller prices may vary. For additional information about NEC Display Solutions of America monitors, consumers can call (866) NEC-MORE, or visit the Web site at: www.necdisplay.com/protectyourimage/. For digital images, please visit www.necdisplay.com/mml]]> tag:audio-video.sourceofnews.net,2007://31.29876 2007-10-10T02:28:26Z 2007-10-14T02:29:54Z

New Online Voting Procedures Will, for t...

New Online Voting Procedures Will, for the First Time in American Music Awards History, Allow America to Pick the Winners by Logging on to AMA.ABC.com Winners to Be Named Live on ABC, Sunday, November 18th at 8:00 pm ET/PT Nominees for the 2007 American Music Awards, produced by Dick Clark Productions, Inc., were announced today during a press conference at The Beverly Hills Hotel. Present for the announcement was comedian, writer and talk show host Jimmy Kimmel, who is returning for his fourth time to host the 35th anniversary of the popular awards show. Actress and singer Ashanti and pop rock group the Jonas Brothers were also on hand to announce the list of nominees. For the first time in American Music Awards history, winners will be determined by online voting at ama.abc.com (votes will be collected from Oct. 9 to Nov. 1). Winners will be announced at the 2007 American Music Awards ceremony, which will be broadcast live on ABC, SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18 (8:00-11:00 pm ET/PT) from the NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE in downtown Los Angeles. Justin Timberlake, Beyoncé, Linkin Park and Daughtry lead the pack with three nominations each. Timberlake is nominated for Favorite Male Artist. His album FutureSex/LoveSounds is up for Favorite Album: Pop or Rock and Favorite Album: Soul/Rhythm & Blues. Beyoncé is nominated for Favorite Female Artist: Pop or Rock and Favorite Female Artist: Soul/Rhythm & Blues. Her album B’Day was nominated for Favorite Album: Soul/Rhythm & Blues. Linkin Park is nominated for Favorite Band, Duo or Group: Pop or Rock; Favorite Artist: Alternative Rock Music. Their album Minutes To Midnight is up for Favorite Album: Pop or Rock. Newcomer Daughtry is nominated for Favorite Breakthrough Artist; Favorite Artist: Adult Contemporary Music. His self-titled album Daughtry is up for Favorite Album: Pop or Rock. Initial nominees were selected by using ballots containing names compiled from data supplied by the music industry trade publication, Radio & Records and Nielsen Soundscan, which tracks retail music sales. The ballots were then sent to a national sampling of more than 15,000 people based on what type of music they listen to, what they buy and how many albums they purchase per year. The sampling also took into account geographic location, age, sex and ethnic origin. The top three vote getters were determined to be the nominees for this year’s American Music Awards. New Online Voting Procedures The American Music Awards also announced that for the first time music fans will be able to choose which nominated artists ultimately win the coveted awards. This year members of the public can vote for nominated artists by going online and voting at ama.abc.com. Dick Clark Productions, which was recently acquired by RedZone Capital, came up with the concept to open the voting to the public online after the nominations process was completed when the Company started planning the 35th anniversary edition of the awards show. After examining the show’s roots, and how the voting was conducted in the past, the Company’s new management decided that the internet provided an ideal way to determine which musical recording artists were truly America’s favorite artists in each of the twenty different categories. “When we acquired the Company we decided to examine what the American Music Awards was all about. We determined that the show was designed to tap into the views of the record buying public and reward America’s most successful and favorite musical acts,” said Terry Bateman, CEO of Dick Clark Productions. “The internet allows us a way to bring millions of potential voters into the voting process. Now instead of limiting the voting to thousands of people, millions of people will have the opportunity to vote. It is America’s awards show, so why not let the public choose which nominees win?” The voting process is being conducted in conjunction with ABC and is being overseen by the accounting firm Ernst & Young. Confirmed Performances and Credits Larry Klein, producer of the 2007 American Music Awards, announced that Daughtry, Celine Dion, Fergie and Rihanna have confirmed to perform. Louis J. Horvitz is directing. Writers will be Barry Adelman and Fred Bronson. Executive in Charge of Production is Bob Bardo. Associate Producer is Don Harary. To seek credentials for the 2007 American Music Awards, please visit www.dickclarkproductions.com/ama. 2007 American Music Awards Nominees Pop or Rock Favorite Male Artist: Akon Timbaland Justin Timberlake Favorite Female Artist: Beyoncé Fergie Avril Lavigne Favorite Band, Duo or Group: Linkin Park Maroon 5 Nickleback Favorite Album: Daughtry/Daughtry Linkin Park/Minutes To Midnight Justin Timberlake/FutureSex/LoveSounds Country Favorite Male Artist: Toby Keith Tim McGraw Brad Paisley Favorite Female Artist: Martina McBride Taylor Swift Carrie Underwood Favorite Band, Duo or Group: Big & Rich Brooks & Dunn Rascal Flatts Favorite Album: Tim McGraw/Let It Go Rascal Flatts/Me And My Gang Carrie Underwood/Some Hearts Soul/Rhythm & Blues Favorite Male Artist: Akon Ne-Yo T-Pain Favorite Female Artist: Beyoncé Fantasia Rihanna Favorite Album: Beyoncé/B'Day R. Kelly/Double Up Justin Timberlake/FutureSex/LoveSounds Rap/Hip-Hop Favorite Band, Duo or Group: Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Pretty Ricky Shop Boyz Favorite Male Artist: Fabolous T.I. Young Jeezy Favorite Album: Bones Thugs-N-Harmony/Strength & Loyalty T.I./T.I. vs. T.I.P. Young Jeezy/The Inspiration Adult Contemporary Music Favorite Artist: Daughtry Norah Jones John Mayer Latin Music Favorite Artist: Daddy Yankee Juan Luis Guerra y 440 Jennifer Lopez Alternative Rock Music Favorite Artist: Linkin Park My Chemical Romance The White Stripes Contemporary Inspirational Favorite Artist: Casting Crowns Jeremy Camp tobyMac Soundtracks Favorite Album: Dreamgirls Hairspray High School Musical 2 Favorite Breakthrough Artist Daughtry Plain White T's Robin Thicke About the American Music Awards In 1973 Dick Clark created the American Music Awards to pay tribute to popular musicians from various genres of music and to put audiences in touch with the latest phenomena in American music. Nominees and winners are decided by national sales, radio play and by public voting. Since its founding, the AMAs have honored and showcased the talents of some of the biggest names in the music industry. The 2007 American Music Awards will be broadcast live from Los Angeles on ABC on November 18th at 8:00 pm EST. About Dick Clark Productions, Inc. Founded in 1957, dick clark productions, inc. (“dcpi”) is a leading independent producer of television programming. dcpi produces perennial hits such as Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin’ Eve, the American Music Awards, the Golden Globe Awards and the Academy of Country Music Awards. dcpi also produces popular weekly television programming, including So You Think You Can Dance, and owns and maintains one of the world’s most unique and extensive entertainment libraries, which includes more than 30 years of American Bandstand, among other things. For additional information, please visit www.dickclarkproductions.com. ]]> tag:audio-video.sourceofnews.net,2007://31.29875 2007-10-10T02:26:26Z 2007-10-14T02:27:20Z

Project Apollo pilot data indicates that...

Project Apollo pilot data indicates that marketers can identify consumer groups whose sensitivity to price depends on their exposure to advertising. This is the latest in a series of marketing case studies developed from Project Apollo, the pilot for a new single-source marketing research service under development by Arbitron, Inc. (NYSE:ARB) and The Nielsen Company. “Understanding how advertising contributes to sales and can reduce the need for price promotion is a new, actionable insight for marketers provided by Project Apollo. The case study just completed provides a compelling demonstration that Project Apollo’s combination of the Arbitron Portable People Meter with AC Nielsen Homescan technology in the pilot panel of 11,000 consumers provides insights not previously available through the conventional tool of marketing mix modeling,” said Dave Thomas, president, Media Client Services, The Nielsen Company. In the study, “Brand X” users were separately analyzed as heavy, medium and light category purchasers. These users were further analyzed by their exposure to TV advertising, resulting in three groups: no exposures, low exposures, and high exposures. The case study revealed that TV exposure has a substantial impact on price sensitivity of households that frequently shop the category. An analysis that segments brand users and media exposure is an approach not possible in the conventional marketing mix modeling, which must attempt to discern marketing effects by examining the total, undifferentiated marketplace for an advertiser’s product. The analysis found that exposure to advertising appears to decrease a consumer’s tendency to react to price changes. Pricing sensitivity is reduced even at low TV exposure levels compared to no exposures. Audiences with four or more exposures showed even less sensitivity, with behavior changes tapering off at between seven and eight exposures among viewers of “Brand X” advertising. The results of the study also indicated in the aggregate that advertising and price elasticity are inversely related. This relationship was observed across various levels of TV exposure. Purchasers of “Brand X” who had not been exposed to TV advertising were the most sensitive to price. Those with low exposure to TV ads were less sensitive to pricing. Audiences with high exposures showed the least sensitivity to price change. “The robustness of the Project Apollo data provides an unprecedented ability to do what is not possible with separate, unrelated data sources,” said Sharon Ameri, senior vice president, The Modeling Group, the division of The Nielsen Company that conducted the price elasticity analyses. “Before, we couldn’t segment out purchasing behaviors by type of consumers. Now we can not only track the purchasing behaviors by targeted segments, but tie changes to the amount of media exposures. While this study focuses on television, we envision follow-up work that includes the wide array of media being collected by Project Apollo and utilized by marketers. ” “The value of Project Apollo can also be realized by the encoding media,” said Linda Dupree, executive vice president, PPM New Product Development, Arbitron Inc. “With this and other studies that break out networks, dayparts and programs by target consumers by advertiser, the media can develop schedules, sponsorships and product placement opportunities in which marketers will want to participate.” The insights in this case study are the product of an extensive analysis of Project Apollo data by The Modeling Group, a division of The Nielsen Company located in Stamford, CT. The Price Elasticity case study is available along with other studies produced from Project Apollo data in the newly released Project Apollo Marketing Compendium available from Project Apollo representatives. Project Apollo pilot extended into the first quarter 2008 Arbitron and Nielsen have agreed, along with the seven members of the Project Apollo Steering Committee, to extend the pilot period for Project Apollo into the first quarter of 2008. The additional time will be used to conduct a number of specific efforts aimed at helping the members of the Project Apollo Steering Committee better understand the utility of the service and build the strongest possible business case for the commercialization of the proposed single-source marketing information service. The specific efforts include: * further testing and analysis of the commercial detection capabilities of the Portable People Meter system; * further evaluation of recent enhancements to the pilot’s multimedia capabilities, particularly those for print and Internet measures; * additional development of the internal systems to make the data more easily accessible to the media, advertisers, and marketers – both directly and through their own software applications. About the Project Apollo Pilot Panel The Nielsen Company and Arbitron have deployed a national pilot panel of more than 11,000 persons in 5,000 households as a demonstration of the ‘Project Apollo’ national marketing research service. The pilot panel is delivering, to a select group of charter supporters, multi-media and purchase information from a common sample of consumers. Seven advertisers are members of the Project Apollo Steering Committee, a group of marketers who have signed agreements for the Project Apollo pilot panel data. In aggregate, these seven advertisers spend more than $6.8 billion for advertising on measured media. The pilot panel is intended to show advertisers how Project Apollo enables a better understanding of the link between consumer exposure to advertising on multiple media and their shopping/purchase behavior. The pilot also showcases the enhanced ability of the ‘single-source’ marketing research service to measure the return on investment for marketing efforts. How the Project Apollo Pilot Panel Works The panel members are being given incentives to voluntarily carry Arbitron’s Portable People Meter, a small, cell phone-sized device that collects the volunteers’ exposure to electronic media sources: broadcast television networks, cable networks, and network radio as well as audio-based commercials broadcast on these outlets and on additional media. Consumer exposure to other media such as newspapers, magazines and circulars is being collected through additional survey instruments. Data on consumer preference and purchases for a wide range of services and products are also being collected from panelists via ACNielsen’s Homescan technology, which tracks packaged goods purchases, and by means of additional surveys. Data are being collected in aggregate form to provide a holistic understanding of participants’ media interactions and their resulting shopping and purchase behavior. About The Nielsen Company The Nielsen Company is a global information and media company with leading market positions and recognized brands in marketing information (ACNielsen), media information (Nielsen Media Research), business publications (Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, Computing, Intermediair) and trade shows. The privately held company has more than 42,000 employees, is active in more than 100 countries, and has headquarters in Haarlem, the Netherlands, and New York, USA. About Arbitron Arbitron Inc. (NYSE: ARB) is an international media and marketing research firm serving the media – radio, television, cable, online radio and out-of-home – as well as advertisers and advertising agencies in the United States and Europe. Arbitron’s core businesses are measuring network and local market radio audiences across the United States; surveying the retail, media and product patterns of local market consumers; and providing application software used for analyzing media audience and marketing information data. The company has developed the Portable People MeterTM, a new technology for media and marketing research. Arbitron’s marketing and business units are supported by a world-renowned research and technology organization located in Columbia, Maryland. Arbitron has approximately 1,900 employees; its executive offices are located in New York City. Through its Scarborough Research joint venture with The Nielsen Company, Arbitron provides additional media and marketing research services to the broadcast television, newspaper and online industries. Portable People MeterTM and PPMTM are marks of Arbitron Inc. Arbitron Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The statements regarding Arbitron Inc. and its subsidiaries ("we," "our," "Arbitron" or the "Company") in this document that are not historical in nature, particularly those that utilize terminology such as "may," "will," "should," "likely," "expects," "anticipates," "estimates," "believes," or "plans," or comparable terminology, are forward-looking statements based on current expectations about future events, which Arbitron has derived from information currently available to it. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause our results to be materially different from results implied in such forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, in no particular order, whether we will be able to: * successfully implement the rollout of the Portable People Meter system * renew contracts with large customers as they expire; * successfully execute our business strategies including entering into potential acquisition, joint-venture or other material third-party agreements; * effectively manage the impact of any further consolidation in the radio and advertising agency industries; * keep up with rapidly changing technological needs of our customer base, including creating new proprietary software systems and new customer products and services that meet these needs in a timely manner; * successfully manage the impact on our business of any economic downturn generally and in the advertising market in particular; * successfully manage the impact on costs of data collection due to lower respondent cooperation in surveys, privacy concerns, consumer trends, technology changes and/or government regulations; * successfully develop and implement technology solutions to measure multi-media and advertising in an increasingly competitive environment; and * successfully obtain and/or maintain Media Rating Council accreditation for our audience measurement services. Additional important factors known to Arbitron that could cause actual results to differ materially from our forward-looking statements are identified and discussed from time to time in Arbitron's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, in particular, the risk factors discussed under the caption "ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS" in Arbitron's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2006. The forward-looking statements contained in this document speak only as of the date hereof, and Arbitron undertakes no obligation to correct or update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. tag:audio-video.sourceofnews.net,2007://31.29874 2007-10-10T02:24:24Z 2007-10-14T02:25:58Z

Band Utilizes Friendster Fan Profiles t...

Band Utilizes Friendster Fan Profiles to Create a Fan-Generated Biography in Support of Their New Album By the People for the People in Stores November 27th Hard rock radio pioneers Mudvayne are launching a Friendster Fan Profile to create a fan-generated biography and to promote their album release entitled By The People, For The People which is set to hit stores November 27th. The highly anticipated new album consists of several live recordings, rarities, demos, as well as two new recordings including the first single, “Dull Boy” – which will be available at iTunes starting October 16th. Mudvayne is making history by offering their die hard fans the opportunity to participate in writing their biography on Friendster. Starting on October 5th, fans will be able to visit www.friendster.com/Mudvayne to submit their “official biography” incorporating relevant information such as general band information, career history, discography, and anything else that fans think the rest of the world should know about Mudvayne. The band will select their favorite submission and it will be included in the liner notes of By The People, For The People. This promotion is part of a series of initiatives whereby fans have been afforded the opportunity to help produce content surrounding Mudvayne’s new album. The band is also working with Sodahead.com where fans can select the track listing, submit fan-generated album artwork, and participate in creating the video for first single, “Dull Boy” which makes its radio debut in early October. "We are excited to work with Mudvayne to help them produce content for the new album, and to grow their fan base online," said Jeff Roberto, marketing director at Friendster. “Mudvayne is demonstrating how powerful the Friendster network can be in promoting an artist and building buzz before an album is even released.” "It's cool to go to other places besides myspace," said Mudvayne lead singer Chad Gray. By The People, For The People affords Mudvayne a chance to give back to their loyal fans that have stood by them throughout their entire career, one that exploded in 2000 with the release of the MTV2-award winning video, “Dig.” This album spotlights the disruption of traditional media and the band’s desire to further connect with their fans. "We're not ignoring our myspace fan-base, however, this is an opportunity for us to lay deeper roots into the Friendster community and engage new and current Mudvayne fans." Every Mudvayne studio album has received gold certification including Mudvayne’s last release, 2005’s “Lost And Found,” which debuted at #2 on the Billboard Top 200 and generated the hit single, “Happy?” which skyrocketed to take the #1 spot at radio and remained there for an incredible 10 weeks. Mudvayne has sold over 4.5 million units worldwide, resulting in an incredible 6 gold-certified releases. In addition, the band was also nominated for Best Metal Performance at the 2005 Grammy’s. Singer Chad Gray and guitarist Greg Tribbett are on tour with HELLYEAH (www.friendster.com/hellyeah) for the remainder of 2007. However, Mudvayne returns with a new studio album in 2008. About Friendster With more than 50 million members worldwide, Friendster is a leading global online social network. Friendster is focused on helping people stay in touch with friends and discover new people and things that are important to them. Online adults, 18 and up, choose Friendster to connect with friends, family, school, social groups, activities and interests. Friendster prides itself in delivering a clean, user-friendly and interactive environment where users can easily connect with anyone around the world. Friendster has a growing portfolio of patents granted to the company on social networking, with more expected over the next several months. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, Friendster is backed by Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Benchmark Capital, DAG Ventures and individual investors. For more information, visit: www.friendster.com About Friendster Fan Profiles Fan Profiles enable musicians, artists, models, non-profits, athletes, web sites, venues, and so many more to build a fan base within the Friendster global community. Fan Profiles turn the power of the Friendster social network over to entities and give them an enhanced set of promotional features. Features include advanced e-mail capabilities, contact list management, unlimited fan base aggregation, and more. And this is all FREE! For more information, visit: www.friendster.com/fanprofiles ]]> tag:audio-video.sourceofnews.net,2007://31.29873 2007-10-10T02:22:29Z 2007-10-14T02:24:05Z

Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. (NA...

Conference Call The conference call will also be broadcast live via both teleconference and Internet Web cast. Investors and analysts may connect to the call by dialing (866) 383-8108 (domestic) or (617) 597-5343 (international). The conference ID number is "65044251". To listen via Web cast, link to the Company's Web site http://ir.gemstartvguide.com. Investors unable to listen to the call live may access an audio replay, which will be hosted for one week following the conclusion of the call. To access the replay, call (888) 286-8010 (domestic) or (617) 801-6888 (international). The conference ID number is "80647495". An audio archive will also be hosted on the Company’s investor relations Website at http://ir.gemstartvguide.com. Replays will be available approximately two hours following the conclusion of the call. About Gemstar-TV Guide Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ:GMST) is a leading global media, entertainment, and technology company that develops, licenses, markets and distributes products and services that maximize the video guidance and entertainment experience for consumers. The Company's businesses include: television, publishing, and new media properties; interactive program guide services and products; and intellectual property licensing. Additional information about the Company can be found at www.gemstartvguide.com. This news release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. Any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance or results and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual performance or results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements, including risks and uncertainties related to the timely availability and market acceptance of products and services incorporating the Company's technologies and content; our investments in new and existing businesses; the impact of competitive products and services; and the other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's SEC reports, including the most recent reports on Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K, each as it may be amended from time to time. The Company assumes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements. Note to Editors: Gemstar and TV Guide are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. The names of other companies, products and services used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. ]]> tag:audio-video.sourceofnews.net,2007://31.29872 2007-10-10T02:20:13Z 2007-10-14T02:21:25Z

Live 24/7 Entertainment and Social Netwo...

Live 24/7 Entertainment and Social Network is Relaunched with New Content, Broader Appeal With immediate effect, the live entertainment and social network Music Plus TV has become Vlaze Media Networks, Inc. More than just an aesthetic branding issue, Vlaze.com’s new name accurately represents the site’s ongoing shift toward diverse content production. Launched as one of the first professionally produced online television networks in mid-2005, Vlaze.com initially focused on music and music lifestyle programming. However, as the network grew in popularity, it was recognized that viewers wanted more diverse content. With that in mind, Vlaze.com began producing more shows focusing on sports, movies, celebrity news, video games, and politics. The success of these new shows has lead directly to the new name. "Like many of our users, I connected deeply with our old name, so I'm a bit sentimental about seeing it go," explains Vlaze.com Chairman & CEO Marc A. Cubas. "But I am confident that Vlaze.com will not only maintain the essence of our success, but usher in the next phase of compelling content, improved services, and an improved overall experience. From this new start, Vlaze.com will only grow quickly. Go tell a friend." In the past year alone, Vlaze.com has grown from 10 thousand unique visitors per month to over 8 million unique visitors in September 2007 (the last completed month), and those numbers are still growing. In addition to the live broadcast network, Vlaze.com has also launched a dynamic social network focused on user-generated, rich-media content, quickly growing out a vibrant community and providing an intuitive, organic structure to host thousands of hours of Vlaze.com's exclusive content. To learn more, or to experience Vlaze for yourself, please visit www.vlaze.com. About Vlaze Media Networks Inc. Vlaze.com capitalizes on the power of the Internet to deliver original, entertaining video content while intimately connecting with a global audience. Vlaze.com’s web portal features a live video stream broadcasting 24 hours a day, a complete on-demand library of video content, and an interactive social network that appeals to viewers and artists alike. Visit www.vlaze.com for the direct experience. ]]> tag:audio-video.sourceofnews.net,2007://31.29871 2007-10-10T02:16:21Z 2007-10-14T02:19:06Z

Digital Angel Corporation (the “Company”...

www.homeagain.com. The Ellen DeGeneres show airs in national syndication, including on the NBC Owned and Operated Television Stations Group. About Digital Angel Corporation Digital Angel Corporation (www.DigitalAngelCorp.com) develops and deploys sensor and communications technologies that enable rapid and accurate identification, location tracking, and condition monitoring of high-value assets. Applications for the Company’s products include identification and monitoring of humans, pets, fish, poultry and livestock through its patented implantable microchips; location tracking and message monitoring of vehicles and aircraft in remote locations through systems that integrate GPS and geosynchronous satellite communications; and monitoring of asset conditions such as temperature and movement, through advanced miniature sensors. Digital Angel Corporation is majority-owned by Applied Digital Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSX), which also owns a majority position in VeriChip Corporation (NASDAQ: CHIP). This press release includes forward-looking statements, including but not limited to statements regarding the performance of the product for the described purpose. This information is also qualified in its entirety by cautionary statements and risk factor disclosures contained in the Company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including the Company’s annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006 and its quarterly reports. The Company can offer no assurances that any projections, assumptions or forecasts made or discussed in this release will be met, and investors should understand the risks of investing solely due to such projections. The Company undertakes no obligation to revise any forward-looking statements in order to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this press release. ]]> tag:audio-video.sourceofnews.net,2007://31.29870 2007-10-10T02:13:06Z 2007-10-14T02:15:08Z

Fleetwood Mac lead singer and Rock and R...

Fleetwood Mac lead singer and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer performs on HDNet Sunday, October 14 at 9:00 p.m. ET Fans of this legendary rock musician will feel like they’re in a virtual front row seat when HDNet airs “Lindsey Buckingham- Live at the Bass Performing Hall” Sunday, October 14th 9:00 p.m. ET in high definition. In this electric performance shot in Ft. Worth, Texas, Buckingham rocks the house, playing famous hits such as “Tusk,” “Go Your Own Way,” and “Second Hand News,” as well as newer tracks from his recent solo album “Under the Skin.” Buckingham transitions between his vast catalogue of solo music and Fleetwood Mac standards with impressive ease, displaying his well-known guitar prowess and firing up the crowd with songs like “Big Love,” the cult classic “Holiday Road,” and “Trouble.” It’s an HDNet Concert experience fans will not want to miss! Fans can also find more information on Lindsey, including upcoming tour dates, appearances and more by visiting www.lindseybuckingham.com. Members of the press can download concert photos by accessing the following link: http://www.hd.net/affSpecialStills.html. About HDNet HDNet (www.hd.net) provides viewers with the best in original comedy, drama, news, sports and music programming. HDNet is your exclusive, high definition home for popular, critically acclaimed original programming, including television’s only HD news feature programs “HDNet World Report”, “Dan Rather Reports” featuring legendary journalist Dan Rather and “NASA on HDNet” (presenting live shuttle launches through 2010). HDNet presents championship sports coverage featuring the National Hockey League, Major League Soccer, NASCAR Grand National Division, NASCAR NEXTEL Cup re-broadcasts, boxing and Mixed Martial Arts; groundbreaking music programming with the HDNet Concert Series featuring leading artists and bands including U2, Black Eyed Peas, Gwen Stefani and more; entertaining and irreverent lifestyle programming including “Deadline!”, “Art Mann Presents”, and “Get Out!” HDNet is also the exclusive high definition home to the critically acclaimed and award winning programs such as the Emmy Award winning “Arrested Development”, “The Black Donnellys”, “Blade: The Series”, “Star Trek: Enterprise”, “Smallville”, “Joan of Arcadia”, “Boomtown” and “Andy Richter Controls the Universe”. HDNet Movies also features a wide selection of major studio theatrical releases – all uncut, unedited, and appearing in their original aspect ratio so that HDNet Movies viewers get the best possible home theater experience. Only HDNet Movies exclusive “Sneak Previews” bring feature films to viewers before they premiere in theaters! Some of the HDNet Movies “Sneak Previews” have included the Academy Award nominated “Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room”, Toronto Film Festival nominee “The War Within”, and “Bubble”, the first of six movies by acclaimed director Steven Soderbergh and produced exclusively for HDNet Films “Cashback”, written and produced by Sean Ellis, and, most recently, “Broken English”, from Zoe Cassavetes, starring Gena Rowlands, Parker Posey, Drea de Matteo and Griffin Dunne. Upcoming Sneak Previews include “Quid Pro Quo”, starring Nick Stahl and Vera Farmiga, “Hunter”, the story of the life and death of infamous gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson from director Alex Gibney and producer Graydon Carter, and “Flawless”, starring Michael Caine and Demi Moore. Launched in 2001 by Mark Cuban and General Manager Philip Garvin, the HDNet networks are available on AT&T, Bright House Networks, Charter Communications, DIRECTV, DISH Network, Insight, Mediacom, Time Warner Cable, Verizon and more than 40 NCTC cable affiliate companies. For more information visit www.hd.net. ]]> tag:audio-video.sourceofnews.net,2007://31.29869 2007-10-10T01:55:03Z 2007-10-14T01:56:35Z

Sprint Power Vision subscribers will be ...

Sprint Power Vision subscribers will be able to enjoy the full concert free of additional charge on their mobile phones For the first time in the U.S., Juanes, the twelve-time Latin Grammy winning rock superstar, will perform songs off his highly anticipated fourth album “La Vida… es un Ratico” (Life is a Moment) at two exclusive Sprint concerts. The shows take place on October 22 at The Fillmore NY @ Irving Plaza in New York City and October 25 at the Vic in Chicago. Additionally, Juanes’ performance in New York City will be available on Sprint video-enabled phones at no extra charge for all Sprint Power Vision data subscribers. Beginning on November 1, 2007, the performance can be watched on demand from the Sprint TV or Media Player icon on the phone’s main menu. Scheduled for release on October 23, “La Vida… es un Ratico” tackles themes of world peace, social change and intimate personal thoughts on love and relationships. With the majority of the album recorded in his home studio in the mountains outside of Medellin, Colombia, Juanes was able to work to perfect his distinctive fusion of rock with traditional Colombian rhythms (such as Vallenato, Cumbia and Mapale), as well as other international styles including Flamenco, Troba, Bolero and Tango. “The songs I write are most often a reflection of deep personal feelings and I love the idea of sharing those thoughts in new, direct ways with listeners,” said Juanes. “Both performing in these intimate venues to unveil my new songs and then being able to share that moment with fans on their mobile phones are new ways for me to get closer to those that appreciate my music.” Not only is Sprint the exclusive wireless sponsor of Juanes’ 2008 U.S. tour, Sprint is also providing its customers uniquely produced exclusive mobile music and video content. Juanes fans can experience his most recent “raticos” through a series of exclusive video mobisodes on Sprint video-enabled phones. They can also download personalized content such as ringers, full-track downloads and call tones. To access this mobile content, users can text the word “Juanes” to the number 5678 on their Sprint Power Vision phones (standard text messaging and Vision rates apply). Sprint has partnered with WPAT Amor 93.1 radio in New York and WVIV La Kalle 93.5 – 103.1 Univision radio in Chicago; Station personalities will visit select Sprint stores and conduct contests and games to award tickets to a few lucky winners. Consumers may also win tickets to these private concerts by participating in on-air radio contests. “Sprint continues to be at the forefront of Latin mobile entertainment. We give Hispanic subscribers what they want, whenever they want, instantly,” said Isaac Mizrahi, director of multicultural marketing for Sprint. “This is another example of how Sprint delivers unique opportunities and relevant content.” For more on Sprint’s Juanes Music Sponsorship, please visit www.sprint.com/juanes. About Sprint Nextel Sprint Nextel offers a comprehensive range of wireless and wireline communications services bringing the freedom of mobility to consumers, businesses and government users. Sprint Nextel is widely recognized for developing, engineering and deploying innovative technologies, including two robust wireless networks serving 54 million customers at the end of the second quarter 2007; industry-leading mobile data services; instant national and international walkie-talkie capabilities; and a global Tier 1 Internet backbone. For more information, visit www.sprint.com. About Juanes: Declared “the single most important figure of the past decade in Latin pop music” by the Los Angeles Times, JUANES is a TWELVE-TIME LATIN GRAMMY WINNER who TIME Magazine selected as “One of the 100 Most Influential People in the World.” The top-selling Latin rock artist in the world and the genre’s leading social activist, Juanes’ multi-platinum breakthrough album “Un Dia Normal” set the record for the longest Top-10 chart run in Latin music history. Likewise notching an astounding two-year chart run, the guitarist/singer-songwriter’s critically acclaimed follow-up “Mi Sangre” (My Blood) sold over 4 million copies while bringing Juanes to #1 on the charts throughout Latin America, the U.S. and across Europe. The corresponding “Mi Sangre Tour” was the most extensive worldwide tour ever mounted by a Latin artist, with 170 concerts performed before millions of fans at arenas and stadiums in 31 countries on four continents. In recognizing Juanes’ extensive charitable endeavors (most notably on behalf of the innocent victims of Anti-personnel land mines) the Colombian President has called the artist “Colombia’s greatest Ambassador.” ]]> tag:audio-video.sourceofnews.net,2007://31.29868 2007-10-10T01:52:13Z 2007-10-14T01:53:58Z

Disney’s Hottest Toys & Electronics Brin...

Disney’s Hottest Toys & Electronics Bring Magic and Joy To Young Princesses, Pop Stars, Adventurers & Budding Filmmakers Disney is kicking off the holiday shopping season with “Disney’s Ten Most Wanted” gifts for kids and tweens, featuring toys and electronics designed to entertain, foster imaginative play, encourage creativity and bring out their inner pop star. Early feedback from retailers, toy experts and parents indicates that gifts inspired by hit entertainment brands, including Disney Princess, Disney Channel’s Little Einsteins, Hannah Montana and High School Musical and Disney/Pixar’s Cars, will be popular sellers this year. “Disney is about the stories, the magic and the wonderful characters that come to life and entertain, over and over again,” said Jessica Dunne, executive vice president of Global Toys for Disney Consumer Products. “Our hot holiday list is filled with great gift ideas that let kids do what they love – imagine and play with Disney storylines and characters in new and interesting ways.” Topping some of the major holiday gift lists in the nation such as “Toy Wishes,” Redbook’s “The Toy Insider” and Toys R Us’ “Hot Toy List,” the following items are now available at toy stores, mass retailers and DisneyShopping.com. DISNEY’S “TEN MOST WANTED” HOLIDAY GIFT LIST Top Toys Disney Princess Tea Time With Me Belle – Have a fancy tea party with Disney Little Princess Belle and her friends, Mrs. Potts and Chip. The 15-inch Tea Time with Me Little Belle is an interactive doll that can “have Tea” with little girls, converse, and sing a song by responding to the little girl’s actions. Little Belle even lifts her cup in tandem with the child. A great item for role play (SRP $39.99; for ages 3-5). Little Einsteins Pat Pat Rocket – Preschoolers can go on a thrilling musical adventure as they fly or roll the Rocket to hear various classical music songs: the Rocket begins to start up as the child pats along; fly the Rocket up or down to make the music louder “crescendo” or lower “diminuendo!”; roll the Rocket quickly or slowly to make the music play faster, “Allegro” or slower, “Adagio!” The Rocket also includes character recognition for all four characters, Leo, Annie, Quincy and June (SRP $39.99; for ages 3-5, available now at Target). Disney Princess Enchanted Tales Deluxe Princess Castle – This palatial castle is fit for fairytale and real-life princesses alike and is the first Disney Princess castle designed to accommodate 11” fashion dolls. The castle is pink with gold architectural detailing; there is a balcony, turrets, and an elevator that spins 360 degrees while playing music. Three stories of magical adventure is filled with luxurious princess furniture; the castle unfolds and opens up to reveal many play areas including bedrooms, dining area, bathroom, sitting room and foyer. Each room has different features such as fold down bed with canopy and cabinet underneath, shelves, vanity and sink, window seats, etc. Sound features include musical doorbell with Princess voice welcoming you in, elevator music activated when elevator moves, and chiming grandfather clock with a princess voice that announces time for a tea party (SRP $99.99; for ages 3-6). Hannah Montana Singing Doll & Pop Star Stage (sold separately) – Girls can channel their inner “Hannah Montana” fantasy with this 11.5-inch fashion doll that sings “Best of Both Worlds” and comes with a “Live In Love” bracelet, microphone, brush and collectible poster. When the microphone is lifted to her mouth, the doll sings one of Hannah Montana’s chart-topping tunes! Dressed in authentic Hannah Montana fashions, these dolls rock out in style! The Hannah Montana Pop Star Stage is designed for use with the doll and features a lighted runway, guitar, audience sound effects and microphone stand. It includes hook-ups for iPod® and MP3 players and a real working microphone (SRP $19.99 for the doll; $59.99 for the play set/stage; for ages 6+). Disney/Pixar’s CARS Mega Mack Playtown – Inspired by the hit Disney/Pixar film, Cars, this giant 24” Mack Truck is a talking vehicle that is easily transportable and conveniently pops open to reveal three movie adventure sets inside. The three-position car launcher sends Lightning McQueen flying into the fun action features in each play area. Lightning McQueen, Doc Hudson and Bessie vehicles included (SRP $39.99; ages 4+). Top Youth Electronics Disney Flix Video Cam – Kids can make their own movies or recreate their favorite Disney films. The Disney Flix Video Cam features a 1.5-inch color TFT flip view screen and 640 x 480 VGA resolution. It comes packaged with High School Musical Disney Director software, which includes storyboards, sound effects, character voices and more (SRP $99.99; ages 6+). Additional Disney Director software (SRP $14.99 each) is also available and features Cinderella and Pirates of the Caribbean. Available now at Best Buy, Target, Toys R Us and at DisneyShopping.com. Hannah Montana Guitars – Girls can make their Hannah Montana dreams come true with new acoustic and electric guitars designed by Disney and manufactured by Washburn Guitars known for its superior craftsmanship. These are no-compromise, real instruments cut at ¾ size designed specifically for younger players’ needs and customized with purple hues, butterflies and a fun, hip vibe (SRP $99- $149.99 depending on model; ages 6+, available at Toys R Us). Also available is a Hannah Montana amplifier that doubles as an iPod-compatible speaker dock (SRP $69.99). Disney iPod Compatible Speakers – Disney iPod compatible speakers are ‘Made for iPod’ compliant and use Apple’s 30-pin connector. The High School Musical model resembles a bright red school locker with a faux combination lock on the front; the Hannah Montana model is purple and silver with a character silhouette. Both also feature radio and alarm clock functionality and features (SRP $59.99; ages 6+, available at Best Buy, Target and Wal-Mart and Toys R Us). Disney Pix Max Digital Camera – This fully functional digital camera features a 1.5-inch color LCD screen, 4x digital zoom, 3.0 mega pixel resolution, built-in auto flash and 32MB of storage (expandable to 2 GB via SD memory card slot). Disney Pix photo editing software lets kids create awesome photos and graphics with their favorite Disney characters and backgrounds. Designs include Silver Stars, Pirates of the Caribbean, High School Musical and Enchanted (SRP $ 99.99; ages 6+, available at Best Buy, Circuit City, Toys ‘R’ Us, Wal-Mart and DisneyShopping.com). Disney Digital Flat panel LCD TVs /Monitors – Feature four sleek designs, including High School Musical, Hannah Montana, Disney Princess and Pirates of the Caribbean. Ideal for kids’ and tweens’ rooms, the TVs feature a 15-inch screen, Sharp LCD panels, digital operation and the ability to receive digital television. The resolution is 1024 x 768 and aspect ratio is 4:3, each model features a VGA connector for use as a computer monitor (SRP $299.99; ages 6+, available at Wal-Mart, Toys R Us, Limited Too and DisneyShopping.com). ABOUT DISNEY CONSUMER PRODUCTS: Disney Consumer Products (DCP) is the business segment of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) that extends the Disney brand to merchandise ranging from apparel, toys, home décor and books and magazines to interactive games, food and beverages, stationery, electronics and animation art. This is accomplished through the work of DCP’s various lines of business: Disney Toys, Disney Apparel, Disney Food, Health & Beauty, Disney Home, Disney Stationery, Disney Publishing, Disney Interactive Studios, Baby Einstein, and www.disneyshopping.com. The Disney Store, which debuted in 1987, also falls under DCP, through stores currently owned and operated by unaffiliated third parties under licensing agreements in North America and Japan, and wholly-owned stores in Europe. For more information, please visit www.disneyconsumerproducts.com. Apple and iPod are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc., registered in the United States and other countries. ]]> tag:audio-video.sourceofnews.net,2007://31.29867 2007-10-10T01:49:51Z 2007-10-14T01:51:38Z

Big Screen Entertainment Group (OTC:BSEG...

http://www.horror-movies.ca/reviews.php?id=2609 http://slasherp.nexcess.net/htm/reviews/babysitterwanted.htm About BSEG: Big Screen Entertainment Group (BSEG) is a full service entertainment company designed to develop, produce, purchase, exhibit and distribute products in all media formats, including motion pictures, television, music, publishing, video games and cell phone content. BSEG has completed three films, and has three films in post-production and twelve films in development. Visit our website at http://www.bigscreenent.com for more information on these movies. Forward-Looking Statements: A number of statements contained in this press release are forward-looking statements that are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including timely development, and market acceptance of products and technologies, competitive market conditions, successful integration of acquisitions and the ability to secure additional sources of financing. When used in this press release, words such as "could," "plan," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "potential," "should," and similar expressions are forward looking statements. ]]> tag:audio-video.sourceofnews.net,2007://31.29866 2007-10-10T01:44:07Z 2007-10-14T01:45:12Z

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Consulting firm Pearl Research today rel...

About Pearl Research Pearl Research, a business intelligence and consulting firm, specializes in the Internet, technology and digital entertainment markets with a special focus on emerging markets and platforms. Based in San Francisco and China, Pearl Research publishes in-depth research reports and provides customized research and consulting services. For more information, please visit http://ww.pearlresearch.com or http://www.redlinechina.com. ]]> tag:audio-video.sourceofnews.net,2007://31.29864 2007-10-10T01:39:30Z 2007-10-14T01:42:07Z

Authentic, Intelligent Soccer Season Ext...

Authentic, Intelligent Soccer Season Extended for Next-Gen Console Players with Be A Pro Post-Launch Feature Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) shipped FIFA Soccer 08 to stores throughout North America today on all platforms, providing sports fans with a soccer videogame experience that matches the complexity, finesse and beauty of the real-world game. Further extending the season for players on the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system and PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, next month, EA SPORTS will offer a free downloadable feature update1 to FIFA Soccer 08 called Be A Pro: Online Team Play that will enable ten people anywhere in the world to connect online to play a single match of FIFA Soccer 08. Developed by EA, FIFA Soccer 08 challenges players to master the skills required to play like a pro soccer player by introducing a new mode called Be A Pro: Offline Training. Be A Pro locks you into the role of a single, fixed player the entire game and challenges you to master the same disciplines as a real soccer player — from positioning and tackling to reading the field and passing. Users receive real time feedback and analysis on the fly and a unique camera angle keeps both player and action in focus, zooming in when you’re on attack. With the launch of FIFA Soccer 08 on PLAYSTATION®3, soccer fans and gamers can now kick-off their campaign to show off their gaming skills on the global stage as the online tournament of the fourth annual FIFA Interactive World Cup begins on PLAYSTATION®Network. The online leg will run parallel to numerous live qualifier events across the globe from October ’07 through April ’08. The tournament is the world’s only officially FIFA sanctioned global soccer gaming competition and delivers all the excitement of being on the real FIFA World Cup soccer pitch. It will culminate in the Grand Final in the Sony Centre in Berlin in May 2008 and will see the winner walk away with an invitation to the FIFA World Player Gala 2008 and USD $20,000 in prize money. For official rules and to register and keep track of your ranking on the FIFA Interactive World Cup leaderboard, go to www.FIFA.com/FIWC. FIFA Soccer 08 features a new, organic building-block system that enables you to combine tricks and skill moves together to recreate signature moves from the real-world superstars or define your own style of play. You can even capture video of your best moves and goals in-game and upload to the FIFA Soccer 08 website to show off your style and celebrate your glory with friends across the globe. In addition, FIFA Soccer 08 features a true next-generation ball-striking engine that re-creates the drama and unpredictable nature of shooting, and the inclusion of 576 licensed teams, 30 leagues, and more than 15,000 players. The new Be A Pro: Online Team Play feature, available for the Xbox 360 and the PLAYSTATION 3 in November, enables up to five friends on five different consoles to select and take control of their own individual players on the same team, supported by AI teammates, to play against up to five rivals of another team. Alternatively, online users can select to play with free roaming players, and teams can have a combination of both. In addition to Be A Pro: Online Team Play, the online feature set in FIFA Soccer 08 includes the award-winning Interactive Leagues, where you represent your club online against your rivals throughout the season in the F.A. Premier League, Bundesliga, French League or Mexican 1st Division and features weekly in-game pod casts by the development team, and Online Leagues, where you create and organize your own multiplayer Friends Leagues and tournaments with all the tools in-game. This year FIFA Soccer 08 debuts on the Wii™, enabling fans to pass, shoot, and perform trick moves all with a flick of the wrist. The game’s revolutionary FreeMotion™ controls help level the playing field for all players and turns FIFA Soccer 08 on the Wii into a physical, social activity. Cover athlete Ronaldinho is the first professional soccer player to appear as a customized and playable character exclusively for the Wii. Ronaldinho will host a game mode called Footii Party with Ronaldinho. With this mode, EA introduces unique party games - including Table Soccer, Keep Up and Shoot Off – where you can play as your self-created Mii™ character to unlock Ronaldinho and take on the champ. Each Footii Party game is created as a multiplayer, social experience designed to engage and entertain fans of all ages. FIFA Soccer 08, developed by EA Canada in Vancouver, B.C., is in stores now for the Xbox 360™, PLAYSTATION®3, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, Wii™, Nintendo DS™, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, PC and mobile. It is rated “E” (Everyone) by the ESRB and 3+ by PEGI. Screenshots can be downloaded at http://info.ea.com. 1 INTERNET CONNECTION REQUIRED About Electronic Arts Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is the world's leading interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, the company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, cellular handsets and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under four brand names: EA SPORTS™, EA™, EA SPORTS BIG™ and POGO™. In fiscal 2007, EA posted revenue of $3.09 billion and had 24 titles that sold more than one million copies. EA's homepage and online game site is www.ea.com. More information about EA's products and full text of press releases can be found on the Internet at http://info.ea.com. EA, EA SPORTS, EA SPORTS BIG, POGO and FreeMotion are trademarks or registered trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. Official FIFA licensed product “© The FIFA brand OLP logo is a copyright and trademark of FIFA. All rights reserved.” Manufactured under license by Electronic Arts Inc. "The Official Emblem of the FIFA Interactive World Cup is protected by copyright and/or trade mark registration owned by FIFA. All rights reserved." Xbox and Xbox 360 are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. “PlayStation”, “PLAYSTATION” and “PSP” are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Memory Stick Duo™ may be required (sold separately). Wii, Nintendo DS and Mii are trademarks of Nintendo. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ]]>