HONG KONG, Feb. 18, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ –﹛A study based on a survey of more than 10,000 information security professionals worldwide finds that a growing number of technologies being widely adopted by businesses are challenging information security executives and their staffs, potentially endangering the security of government agencies, corporations and consumers worldwide over the next several years.

Conducted by Frost & Sullivan, the 2011 (ISC)2(R) Global Information Security Workforce Study (GISWS) says new threats stemming from mobile devices, the cloud, social networking and insecure applications, as well as added responsibilities such as addressing the security concerns of customers, have led to “information security professionals being stretched thin, and like a series of small leaks in a dam, the current overworked workforce may be showing signs of strain.”

Conducted on behalf of (ISC)2, the not-for-profit global leader in educating and certifying information security professionals throughout their careers, the study also shows a severe gap in skills needed industry-wide.﹛Information security professionals admitted they needed better training yet reported in significant numbers that many of these technologies are already being deployed without security in mind.

“In the modern organization, end-users are dictating IT priorities by bringing technology to the enterprise rather than the other way around,” said Robert Ayoub, global program director – network security for Frost & Sullivan.﹛”Pressure to secure too much and the resulting skills gap are creating risk for organizations worldwide.

“We can reduce the risks, however, if we invest now in attracting high-quality entrants to the field and make concurrent investments in professional development for emerging skills. As the study finds, these solutions are underway, but the question remains whether enough new professionals and training will come soon enough to keep global critical infrastructures in the private and public sectors protected.”

“The good news from this study is that information security professionals finally have management support and are being relied upon and compensated for the security of the most mission-critical data and systems within an organization,” added Ayoub. “The bad news is that they are being asked to do too much, with little time left to enhance their skills to meet the latest security threats and business demands.”

Other key findings from the study include:

– As of 2010, Frost & Sullivan estimates that there are 2.28 million﹛
﹛ information security professionals worldwide, while there are around
﹛ 750,000 in Asia-Pacific (A-P). Demand for professionals in A-P is expected
﹛ to increase to over 1.3 million by 2015, with a compound annual growth rate
﹛ (CAGR) of 11.9 percent, creating career opportunities for those with the
﹛ right skills.

– Secure software development is a significant new area of focus for
﹛ information security professionals worldwide.﹛Application vulnerabilities
﹛ ranked as the No. 1 threat to organizations by 72 percent of respondents,
﹛ while 20 percent said they are involved in secure software development.

– Nearly 70 percent of respondents reported having policies and technology in
﹛ place to meet the security challenges of mobile devices, yet mobile devices
﹛ were still ranked second on the list of highest concerns by respondents.﹛
﹛ The study concludes that mobile security could be the single most dangerous
﹛ threat to organizations for the foreseeable future.

– Cloud computing illustrates a serious gap between technology implementation
﹛ and the skills necessary to provide security. More than 50 percent of
﹛ respondents reported having private clouds in place, while more than 70
﹛ percent reported the need for new skills to properly secure cloud-based
﹛ technologies.

– Professionals aren’t ready for social media threats. Respondents reported
﹛ inconsistent policies and protection for end-users visiting social media
﹛ sites, and just less than 30 percent had no social media security policies
﹛ whatsoever.

– Viruses and worms, hackers and internal employees all fell in significance
﹛ as top threats from 2008, the most recent year of the study.

– The main drivers for the continued growth of the profession are regulatory
﹛ compliance demands, greater potential for data loss via mobile devices and
﹛ mobile workforce, and the potential loss of control as organizations shift
﹛ data to cloud-based services.

– Nearly two-thirds of respondents don’t expect to see any increase in budget
﹛ for information security personnel and training in 2011.

– Salaries showed healthy growth despite a global recession, with three out
﹛ of five respondents reported receiving a salary increase in 2010. Overall,
﹛ salaries for information security professionals increased, with the A-P
﹛ region showing the highest growth at 18 percent since the 2007 study.

“With the increasing demand for information security professional due to security threats, we need to change our approach to global cyber security to address the skills gaps revealed by the study,” said Dr Lee Jae-woo, co-chair for the (ISC)2 Asian Advisory Board and Fellow of (ISC)2. “Especially in Asia, we see the career opportunities are growing. In order to fill the gap of professional demands, we urge industry, government, academia and the profession to collaborate to attract a new generation of highly qualified information security talent while supporting current professionals to help them address the latest threats.”

Likely the largest study of the information security profession ever conducted, 10,413 information security professionals from companies and public sector organizations from around the world were surveyed in the fall of 2010, including 61 percent in the Americas, 22.5 percent in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and 16.5 percent in Asia Pacific.﹛Forty-five percent were from organizations with over 10,000 employees.

The average experience of respondents worldwide was more than nine years, while five percent of respondents held executive titles such as Chief Information Security Officer. Additionally, Frost & Sullivan supplemented the analysis with its other primary data sources and methods.

The objective of the GISWS, the fifth study sponsored by (ISC)2 since 2004, is to provide meaningful research about the information security profession to industry stakeholders, including professionals, corporations, government agencies, academia, and hiring managers.

The full study can be found here:﹛https://www.isc2.org/workforcestudy/Default.aspx.

About (ISC)2
(ISC)2 is the largest not-for-profit membership body of certified information security professionals worldwide, with nearly 75,000 members in more than 135 countries. Globally recognized as the Gold Standard, (ISC)2 issues the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP(R)) and related concentrations, as well as the Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP(R)), Certified Authorization Professional (CAP(R)), and Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP(R)) credentials to qualifying candidates. (ISC)2′s certifications are among the first information technology credentials to meet the stringent requirements of ANSI/ISO/IEC Standard 17024, a global benchmark for assessing and certifying personnel. (ISC)2 also offers education programs and services based on its CBK(R), a compendium of information security topics. More information is available at http://www.isc2.org .

(C) 2011, (ISC)2 Inc.﹛(ISC)2, CISSP, CSSLP, ISSAP, ISSMP, ISSEP, CAP, SSCP and CBK are registered marks of (ISC)2, Inc.

Contact:

Kitty Chung
(ISC)2 Asia-Pacific
Tel: +852-3520-4001
Email: kchung@isc2.org﹛

SOURCE﹛(ISC)2

HONG KONG, Dec. 28, 2010 /PRNewswire-Asia/ — Avnet, Inc.( http://avnet.com ) (NYSE: AVT), a leading global technology distributor, commemorated its 50th anniversary as a public company on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) by ringing the Closing Bell( http://blogging.avnet.com/weblog/mandablog/2010/10/26/avnet-to-be-350th-company-to-be-on-nyse-for-50-years ) on Wednesday, December 15, 2010.﹛An archived video of the Closing Bell is now available for viewing on Avnet’s website( http://www.em.avnetasia.com ). 2010 is also a year that Avnet Electronics Marketing, an operating group of Avnet, Inc., celebrates the 15th anniversary of its business entering the Asia market.

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“We think our founders would be proud of the fact that we are now one of only 350 companies that have been listed on the New York Stock Exchange for 50 years,” said Roy Vallee, Avnet Chairman and CEO.

“This milestone distinguishes Avnet as a premier company — one with demonstrated adaptability, a strong culture and conservative financial discipline. These positive attributes have allowed us to grow steadily and profitably over time and become the global leader in technology distribution.

“We sincerely thank each of our talented employees who make our company so great, our innovative customers and technology suppliers who have placed their trust in us to accelerate their success, our shareholders who invest in us, as well as our business and community partners who join with us to help make the world a better place to live and work.

“We are proud of this milestone and our accomplishments thus far, and look forward with excitement to building on our leadership position to achieve far more in the next 50 years than anyone can possibly imagine today,” he concluded.

Award-winning film and Broadway producer Jon Avnet, grandson of Avnet founder Charles Avnet, added: “Almost 50 years ago, a prominent New York paper scoffed when my father Lester Avnet, said, ‘We, Avnet Inc., are going to the top, to 100 million in sales, maybe even a billion.’ Roy Vallee and his talented executive team have taken Avnet, Inc. to almost 20 billion dollars in sales, fifty years later. Congratulations to all who have made this possible.”

At the time the company was initially listed on the NYSE, Avnet’s market capitalization was US$37 million and today Avnet’s market capitalization is approx. US$5 billion. “Avnet’s ability to sustain its performance and transform itself to meet the changing demands of the market over the past 50 years is remarkable,” said Larry Leibowitz, Chief Operating Officer, NYSE Euronext. “The company’s staying power, adaptability and growth are accomplishments that deserve great admiration, and we are grateful for our long-lasting partnership.”

Additional background information on Avnet’s 50th Anniversary on the NYSE can be found on the company’s website under Highlights( http://www.avnet.com/sta/home/0,6948,RID%253D46799%2526CID%253D62291%2526SCR%253DN%2526CCD%253DUSA%2526SID%253D9358%2526DID%253DDF3%2526LID%253D16679%2526BID%253DDF3%2526CTP%253DSTA,00.html ). The micro site includes video interviews with Vallee, photos of the Closing Bell and interview transcripts.﹛A video of Avnet’s history can be found on http://www.avnetondemand.com . For more interesting facts about Avnet and its history, visit Avnet’s 50th Anniversary on the New York Stock Exchange micro site.( http://www.avnet.com/sta/home/0,6948,RID%253D46799%2526CID%253D62291%2526SCR%253DN%2526CCD%253DUSA%2526SID%253D9358%2526DID%253DDF3%2526LID%253D16679%2526BID%253DDF3%2526CTP%253DSTA,00.html )

While Avnet is celebrating 50 years since it was first listed on the NYSE, Avnet Electronics Marketing is also celebrating the 15th anniversary of its business in Asia market. The company entered the Asia market in 1995 and is now one of the leading electronics component distributors in the region. It has 2,500 employees in the region and extensive coverage across more than 40 cities, providing customers with a line card that includes more than 150 franchises.

Photos/Multimedia Gallery Available:﹛http://www.em.avnetasia.com/News/ProductNewsShow.aspx?ID=729&type=0&pagesId=51&MasterPageId=20

About Avnet

Avnet, Inc. (NYSE:AVT), a Fortune 500 company, is one of the largest distributors of electronic components, computer products and embedded technology serving customers in more than 70 countries worldwide. Avnet accelerates its partners’ success by connecting the world’s leading technology suppliers with a broad base of more than 100,000 customers by providing cost-effective, value-added services and solutions.﹛For the fiscal year ended July 3, 2010, Avnet generated revenue of US$19.16 billion. For more information, visit http://www.avnet.com . (AVT_IR)

About Avnet Electronics Marketing Asia

Avnet Electronics Marketing, an operating group of Avnet, Inc. (NYSE: AVT), has a significant presence in Asia. With its regional headquarters in Singapore, the company has offices in more than 40 locations in Asia. Avnet Electronics Marketing Asia distributes semiconductors, interconnect, passive and electromechanical components to serve a wide range of customers including original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), electronic manufacturing services (EMS) providers, and small- to medium-sized businesses, and provides associated design-chain and supply-chain services. More information is available at http://www.em.avnetasia.com .

All company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated.

Media contacts:
Sonia Bovio
Brodeur Partners
Tel:﹛ +1-602-224-4048
Email: sbovio@brodeur.com

Michelle Gorel
Vice President, Public Relations
Avnet, Inc.
Tel:﹛ +1-480-643-7653
Email: michelle.gorel@avnet.com

Jaime Chan
Senior Marketing Communications Manager
Avnet Electronics Marketing
Tel:﹛ +852-2410-2735
Email: Jaime.chan@avnet.com

SOURCE Avnet, Inc.

TAIPEI, Nov. 8, 2010 /PRNewswire-Asia/ — Hosted by the Information Service Industry Association of Chinese Taipei (CISA), the2010 ASOCIO ICT Summit will be held in Taipei, Taiwan from December 1st through the 3rd at the Taipei International Convention Center. The summit theme is ASOCIO ICT Best Practices and focuses on demonstrating Best ICT Practices and success stories of each member economy. The Asian-Oceanian Computing Industry Organization (ASOCIO) is a group of IT industry associations from economies in the Asia and Oceania regions.

The exhibits, showcasing cutting-edge technologies of outstanding ICT industry and IT Service businesses, are organized around the themes of Business Solutions, E-Commerce, Digital Content, Outsourcing, ICT Education, SI and IT Consultation, and the Digital Divide.

Keynote speeches will be delivered by Mr. Stan Shih, Chairman of the iD SoftCapital Group and Co-Founder and Chairman Emeritus of the Acer Group; Dato’ Dan E. Khoo, Chairman of the World Information Technology and Services Alliance (WITSA), Malaysia; and Dr. Ming-Ji Wu, Director General, Department of Industrial Technology (DoIT), Ministry of Economic Affairs. Panel discussions include e-Government, e-Business, Cloud Computing, e-SME, and Digital Opportunity.

Optional networking activities on November 30th will include a golf tournament or a tour of the Yingge Ceramics Museum, and dinner and golf tournament award ceremony. For ASOCIO members only on December 1st, there will be a Past President Council Meeting, Board Meeting, and General Assembly. Pre-registered participants will visit the Industrial Technology Research Institute and the NanKang Software Park, and participate in a WTM meeting, and business matching. Scheduled for the evening are the exhibition opening and welcome reception, and Taipei Night. The keynote speeches and panel discussions will take place on Thursday and Friday. Friday afternoon and evening there will be a press conference, closing ceremony, and gala dinner at the Grand Hyatt Taipei.

CISA

The Information Service Industry Association of Chinese Taipei (CISA), is Taiwan’s sole representative body of information service industries. Founded in 1983, CISA is one of the most time-honored hi-tech associations in Taiwan. Its 750 corporate members comprise domestic, international companies and R&D institutes in software development, distribution, and information and network service businesses. CISA is the founding member of the Asian-Oceanian Computing Industry Organization (ASOCIO), and is a member on the Steering Committee of World Information Technology & Service Alliance (WITSA). For more details visit: http://www.cisanet.org.tw/En/Background

ASOCIO

Since its establishment in 1984, in Tokyo, Japan, ASOCIO has dedicated itself to promoting, encouraging and fostering relationships, while promoting trade between its member organizations. As a federation of computing industry associations from the Asian-Oceanian region, ASOCIO’s overriding objective is to develop the computing society and industry in the region. ASOCIO has been instrumental in linking up IT companies in its member economies. For more details visit: http://www.asocio.org

SOURCE The Information Service Industry Association of Chinese Taipei

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SINGAPORE, 26 July /PRNewswire-Asia/ — M800 Limited and Converged Solutions Pte Ltd today announced their strategic alliance to offer a comprehensive “all-touch” virtual call-centre solution for enterprises extending sales and marketing reach to the global market, including full China coverage. The IP-based solution combines the extensive network reach of M800 and the multichannel capabilities of Converged Solutions’ call-centre platform.

M800 Limited is one of Hong Kong’s largest IDD wholesalers and China’s leading multichannel toll-free service provider. M800 provides the supporting infrastructure for premium voice services to enhance the Call Centre Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) of Converged Solutions, via the latter’s flagship Orchestra IP Call Centre platform.

This partnership, the first between the companies, demonstrates the ability of Converged’s All-Touch platform to leverage M800′s voice quality and is a key reason Converged is guaranteeing service levels to ensure its clients do not have to worry about call quality, regardless of customer location. The All-Touch platform is ideal for businesses that operate in today’s fast-changing market conditions, empowering them with a wide-coverage call-centre solution that overcomes complexity and cost. Service can be set up easily for businesses located anywhere in the world.

“The true capabilities of our Orchestra platform are being realised through M800′s extensive global network reach,” said Mr. Michael Koh, Director, Converged Solutions. “We have always been providing our clients with a highly cost-effective, versatile, and powerful platform to reach their customers. Now they can address the enormous potential of the worldwide market, including China and Asia Pacific, through our new All-Touch offering, underpinned by M800′s comprehensive connectivity and range of business voice services.”

“We are very excited to match our far-reaching global coverage with the multichannel features of Converged Solutions’ sophisticated virtual call-centre platform,” said Mr. Daniel Leung, Director, Enterprise Business, M800 Limited. “Enterprises wishing to connect with international opportunities can do so with lower upfront investment and operational overhead, while taking advantage of seamless connectivity with their customers, whether over landline, mobile phone, SMS, or overseas connections, and regardless of time or location of either party.”

By combining their core competencies, both companies stand to benefit from increased business activity and greater utilisation of their infrastructure. Their clients will enjoy comprehensive worldwide coverage with the flexibility to tailor communications according to business needs and customer preferences, reducing staff training delays and cost while staying responsive to market changes.

About us

Converged Solutions Pte Ltd is a Singapore company providing a Call Centre Software-as-a-Service in Asia via its flagship Orchestra IP Call Centre.

M800 Limited, a subsidiary of the Ganges Group of companies, operates an intelligent international toll-free platform and connects with most of the world’s major telecommunications carriers.

Contacts

Converged Solutions Pte Ltd
Michael Koh
Tel: +65-6494-8138
michaelkoh@convsoln.com

http://www.convsoln.com

M800 Limited
Rosa Wong
Tel: +852-3472-0877
rosawong@m800400.com

http://www.m800400.com

SOURCE M800 Limited

HONG KONG, July 21 /PRNewswire-Asia/ — i.Tech Dynamic today introduced its new Power Solution product line. The i.Tech PowerApp and i.Tech Power X are portable, compact, external batteries designed to provide long, extended life for mobile communications and entertainment devices.

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i.Tech PowerApp, a Made for iPhone-certified product, is one of the slimmest iPhone external batteries on the market. It is designed to provide four hours of additional talk time or Internet use for the iPhone 3G and 3GS. The charger also functions as an anti-slip protective case; it fits snugly around the body of the iPhone, leaving just the device’s touchscreen exposed.

The rechargeable i.Tech PowerApp features a built-in LED that functions as a camera flash for iPhone photography. This lets users take photos in low-light situations, such as restaurants, and it doubles as a handy flashlight for emergency use. An intelligent charging setting enables the device, while plugged in to a power source, to charge the iPhone first before recharging the PowerApp; and an LED indicator on the back of the unit show’s the device’s battery level while charging. Users can liven up the look of their iPhones with one of PowerApp’s three available bold colors-matte black, metallic silver and metallic red.

The i.Tech Power X is a universal charger that’s incredibly compact-about the shape and size of a roll of pennies but just over half an ounce in weight. It comes with 10 adaptor tips that fit a wide range of mobile phones and entertainment devices, including the iPhone and PSP, and a compact case that keeps the Power X and adaptors organized and makes it convenient for users to charge their devices anywhere.

The i.Tech Power X charges via USB connection and is available in five stylish colors-grey, aqua blue, pink, navy blue and red-each with an anodized aluminum finish.

“PowerApp and Power X are highly portable and incredibly convenient back-up chargers, fully functioned and user-friendly,” said Wendy Cho, managing director, i.Tech Dynamic Ltd. “i.Tech is well known for its outstanding mobile phone accessories and Bluetooth headsets. The Power Solution series provides even more convenience, more freedom and more entertainment for consumers. And the products are perfect for users on the go.”

PowerApp Product Details

Features:
* Made for iPhone certified
* Unique LED light for instant illumination or for use
as camera flash for iPhone photos
* Provides enough power for:
– 4 extra hours of talk time (3G network)
– 4 extra hours of Internet use
– 5 extra hours of video playback
– 17 extra hours of music playback
* Battery status indicator
* Non-slip rubber protective surface
* On/off power switch

Specifications:
* Input: 5 V 500 mA
* Output: 5 V 500 mA
* Battery capacity: 1300 mAh Li-Polymer
* Dimensions: 126 (L) x 65 (W) x 20(T) mm
[4.96 (L) x 2.6 (W) x 0.79 (T) inches]
* Weight: 55 grams (1.9 ounces)

Power X Product Details

Features:
* Compact size, metallic finishing
* Five color choices for different styles
* Prolongs the life of mobile phones and handheld devices by:
– 100 percent for iPhone (2G, 3G, 3GS)
– 100 percent for PSP
– 140 percent for NDS Lite
– 150 percent for iPod Touch
– 250 percent for iPod
* 10 adapter tips to fit most mobile phones and portable
entertainment devices
* Portable, compact case

Specifications
* Battery capacity: 2200 mAh
* DC output voltage: 5.5 V, 500 mA
* DC charging time: 4 to 6 hours
* Dimensions: 22 mm (Diameter) X 86 (L) mm
[0.87(Diameter) x 3.39 (L) inches]
* Weight: 148 grams (0.51 ounces)

About i.Tech Dynamic

i.Tech Dynamic Ltd. specializes in the design, marketing and sales of mobile telecommunications accessories. Since its founding in 2002, the company has established a reputation for developing products with sleek designs and good value. Dedicated to innovation and supported with advanced research and development resources, i.Tech delivers electronics and digital products that are highly lauded by users worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.itechdynamic.com .

Products mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

SOURCE i.Tech Dynamic Ltd

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The Tyco Electronics Distributor of the Year Awards honor the firm’s top performing distribution partners, and also highlight the standards it has set for its channel partners. This significant achievement represents Tyco Electronics’ highest recognition of the outstanding performance and commitment that Avnet Electronics Marketing has made to its business in the last year.

In 2009, Avnet Asia focused on Tyco Electronics’ core industries and growing the business despite the challenging market conditions. Avnet’s extensive geographical presence in Asia provides a good sales and technical support coverage model for Tyco Electronics’ customer base.

Avnet was praised for a variety of achievements, including sales growth, demand identification and creation, customer base expansion and working capital velocity.

“It is always rewarding to receive an award. However, receiving this one from a recognized industry pioneer like Tyco Electronics has made us doubly pleased,” said Stephen Wong, president, Avnet Electronics Marketing Asia. “We will continue to add value to our business partnership with Tyco Electronics to keep both Tyco Electronics and Avnet at the forefront of the industry, and we look forward to more success to come in future.”

About Avnet Electronics Marketing Asia

Avnet Electronics Marketing Asia is part of Phoenix-based Avnet, Inc. (NYSE: AVT), a Fortune 500 company with fiscal 2009 sales exceeding USD16.23 billion. Serving customers in more than 70 countries, Avnet is one of the largest distributors of electronic components, computer products and embedded technology.

Avnet Electronics Marketing has a significant presence in Asia-Pacific — the fastest growing electronics market in the world. With its regional headquarters in Singapore, the company has offices in over 40 locations in Asia. Avnet Electronics Marketing Asia distributes semiconductors, interconnects, passive and electromechanical components to serve a wide range of customers including original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), electronic manufacturing services (EMS) providers, and small- to medium-sized businesses, and provides associated design-chain and supply-chain services. More information can be found at http://www.em.avnetasia.com .

For further information please contact:

Jaime Chan
Tel: +852-2410-2735
Email: jaime.chan@avnet.com

Brian Paterson (EBA)
Tel: +852-2537-8022
Email: brian@eba.com.hk

SOURCE Avnet Electronics Marketing Asia

HONG KONG, June 10 /PRNewswire-Asia/ — Leveraging A8′s patented long range wireless technology, Altai Technologies today announced it is going to launch the A8-Ei Super WiFi Base Station at the CommunicAsia 2010, Singapore Expo (Jun 15-18). The A8-Ei is an all-in-one multi-beam antenna array super WiFi base station that has integrated the base unit, antennas and external cables into one panel. With the continuous roll-out of new bandwidth-hungry application on iPhone and other smartphones, Altai A8-Ei’s superior long range coverage allows immediate WiFi provisioning for 3G operators to offload data traffic from their 3G networks.

The Altai A8-Ei has adopted the multi-beam smart antenna technology to provide superior signal strength and link budget in dense urban environment deployments. The Altai’s A8-Ei can typically achieve a non-line-of-sight range of up to 800m and near line-of-sight range of 1.7 km; it provides the industry’s best non-line-of-sight WiFi coverage.

Equipped with multiple antennas in a single panel, the A8-Ei provides up to 5 times the range and 20 times the per site coverage as traditional access point. Therefore, by using up to 95% fewer installation sites than other WiFi systems to cover the same area, the A8-Ei provides an ideal and quick 3G data offload solution for mobile operators.

The compact design of the A8-Ei enables 3G operators to quickly expand their data network capacity at a much lower acquisition and operating costs by co-locating with their existing 3G cell sites. “The Altai Super WiFi equipments has been deployed around the world for delivering high quality wireless broadband services,” said Chi-hung Lin, President & CEO of Altai Technologies. “By adding the A8-Ei to our growing Super WiFi series, Altai gives carriers and service providers the industry’s most cost-effective solution for deploying and expanding their wireless networks.”

Mr. Lin will speak at the CommunicAsia 2010 Summit on Jun 15 about “How WiFi Technology is Helping Redefine the Mobile Operator Business Model”. Meanwhile, the full series of Altai Super WiFi products and the latest wireless products will be exhibiting at its booth 4B1-08, Hall 4 in CommunicAsia 2010 (Jun 15-18), Singapore.

About Altai Technologies

Altai Technologies is a high technology company focused on the design, development and marketing of carrier-grade, innovative wireless broadband solutions. Altai has developed its patented long range WiFi technology that can dramatically improve the WiFi signal coverage while minimizing interference from other signals broadcasting within the 2.4GHz unlicensed frequency spectrum. Altai’s products are currently deployed worldwide in every major industry including logistic, education, municipal government, network operator, hospitality, manufacturing etc. The Altai Super WiFi Solution is offering a total wireless solution comprising of base station (A8/A8-E/A8-Ei), access point (A3/ A2), CPE (C1), access controller and wireless management software (AWMS).

Its flagship product, the A8 Super WiFi base station, is being deployed with various 3G, CDMA and GSM mobile systems globally for 3G data offloading and city-wide WiFi networks. The Altai Super WiFi Solution has been proven in both urban and remote application in over 50 countries.

For more information, please visit http://www.altaitechnologies.com

For media enquiries, please contact

Altai Technologies Limited
Annie Loi
Tel: +852-3758-6000
Email: annieloi@altaitechnologies.com

SOURCE Altai Technologies Limited

MINNETONKA, Minn., April 9 /PRNewswire-Asia/ — Digi International (Nasdaq: DGII) today introduced the Digi TransPort(TM) WR44 with Gobi, the industry’s first enterprise class cellular router with Qualcomm Gobi(TM) technology. Gobi technology supports either High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) or Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) networks from the same cellular radio. This means the Digi TransPort WR44 with Gobi can connect to virtually any cellular network in the world. Customers can now develop one solution for use in multiple regions to reduce cost and improve efficiency. It also minimizes risk by allowing customers to support a different standard in the future than initially selected.

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“The Digi TransPort WR44 with Gobi provides anywhere global connectivity for the enterprise and greater flexibility for device deployment,” said Larry Kraft, senior vice president of global sales and marketing, Digi International. “This makes it easier and more efficient for organizations to connect to their remote assets throughout the world.”

The Digi TransPort WR44 is an all-in-one enterprise class cellular router with an integrated Wi-Fi access point. The multi-function Digi TransPort WR44 provides high-speed connectivity to remote devices by combining a 3G cellular router, state-of-the-art security, advanced routing, an Ethernet switch, global positioning system (GPS), telemetry and Wi-Fi access point in one device. This unique combination of enterprise class features and flexible wireless functionality makes the router ideal for connecting remote devices in vertical applications such as transportation, remote office and retail point-of-sale.

“Qualcomm’s Gobi technology is unique in that it provides reliable, transparent 3G connectivity to both EV-DO and HSPA networks,” said Beau Beck, senior director of wireless connectivity at Qualcomm CDMA Technologies. “This allows customers to access global networks and critical information from nearly anywhere in the world.”

The Digi TransPort WR44 with Gobi is available now. It is currently certified by AT&T with Verizon and Sprint certifications expected in Q2 2010. For more information, visit http://www.digi.com/wr44 .

About Digi International

Digi International is making wireless M2M easy by developing reliable products and solutions to connect and securely manage local or remote electronic devices over the network or via the Web. Digi offers the highest levels of performance, flexibility and quality, and markets its products through a global network of distributors and resellers, systems integrators and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). For more information, visit Digi’s Web site at http://www.digi.com , or call +852-2833-1008.

All brand names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Press Contacts:

Kylie Chan
Channel Marketing Manager, Asia Pacific
Digi International
Tel: +852-2833-1008
Fax: +852-2572-9989
Email: kylie.chan@digi.com

SOURCE Digi International

SEOUL, April 7 /PRNewswire-Asia/ — MASTERIMAGE 3D (http://www.masterimage3D.com , CEO: Younghoon Lee), a 3D technology specialist, announced that it will participate in C3D World (China international Forum & Exhibition) from April 8th to 11th in China.

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In the exhibition, MASTERIMAGE 3D will put on display its Digital 3D Cinema System (MI-2100), already in use in about 1,500 movie theatres in 30 countries around the world, and a Reusable 3D Eyewear (MI-G200).

The exhibition will also have Autostereoscopic 3D LCD, a Glasses Free 3D image display panel, and Hitachi’s 3D Phone Wooo H0001 Phone, the first ever mass-produced product (3D phone) using this panel.

A representative of MASTERIMAGE 3D said, “for the last years, MasterImage3D are growing at remarkable speed in 3D display market, with our MI-2100 and Autostereoscopic 3D LCD. Not only in C3D World, we will also participate in NAB (National Association of Broadcasters) Show, the world’s largest electronic media show in Las Vegas from April 10th in order to let the worldwide market know our technical superiority.”

You can experience various products from MASTERIMAGE 3D at C3D World ’3D Interactive Zone’ Booth# 2D003 (http://www.c3dworld.org ).

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Email: Jonggeun.hwang@masterimage3d.com

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