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Marvel S.H.I.E.L.D briefing video #4 available now.

Marvel has just released S.H.I.E.L.D. Briefing Video #4 for its upcoming mobile game (http://bit.ly/QGsE6B).  In the video, the World Security Council and Nick Fury discuss choosing the Incredible Hulk to recapture the horde of escaped meta-menaces.  The video was released on the Marvel XP Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/MarvelXP).

The Briefing Video can be found here: http://bit.ly/QGsE6B

The previous S.H.I.E.L.D. Briefing Videos can be found at the below links:

Briefing #1: http://bit.ly/QGtbW7

Briefing #2: http://bit.ly/OmXdZO

Briefing #3: http://bit.ly/RSnrtR

Stay tuned for the official trailer and additional game details, which will be made available very soon.

 
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NEW BOSE® SOLO TV SOUND SYSTEM

Watching TV Just Got Better With One Speaker, One Connection

August 30, 2012 — Today, Bose introduces the Solo TV sound system, an unobtrusive, single speaker designed specifically for watching television.  The Bose® Solo system dramatically improves the dialogue, music, action and sound effects from everyday programming, takes just one connection and fits neatly under many TVs.

“TV picture quality has improved over the years, but its audio quality hasn’t,” said Doug Lankford, Bose Director of Home Theatre Product Marketing.  “The Bose Solo TV sound system was developed for the love of TV –- for people who don’t want a home theatre system.  It delivers detailed sound at any volume, without the complications or intrusions of multiple components.  One listen, and you’ll realise how much you’ve been missing in your favourite shows.”

The Bose Solo TV sound system measures just 7.1 cm high x 53 cm wide and just over 30 cm deep -– yet it delivers detailed, wide, even sound using proprietary Bose digital signal processing and Bose speaker array technology.  Owners will hear programme audio clearly and naturally, even at lower volumes.  And regardless of what’s being watched, it can now be heard with the intended impact –- the whispered conversation between two actors, the powerful vocals of a talent show, the music supporting a drama, or the crack-of-a-bat for a test match-winning boundary.

The Bose Solo TV system will work with any TV, but was designed for placement under flat-panel televisions that have a base up to 51cm wide and 26 cm deep — requirements met by TVs with screens up to 32” (81.5cm) and many 40” (102 cm) to 42” (107cm) televisions.

Set-up and use is simple.  The Bose Solo TV system connects to a television with just one cable and one plug to the wall.  No additional equipment, wiring or adjustment is required.  A remote control is included and the system can also be operated by most universal remotes.

“People will enjoy the Bose Solo TV system every day,” said Lankford.  “It’s not a product reserved for special occasions, or movie

night — and that’s what makes it so exciting.  Every time you watch TV, the Bose Solo system improves the experience.”

The Bose Solo TV system will be available from Bose from the 31st August 2012 and will retail at AU $549 (NZ $749).  It will be sold at Bose stores, online at www.Bose.com.au, through authorised Bose dealers and direct from Bose on 1800 681 143.

 
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NAMCO BANDAI GAMES CONFIRMS WORLD TEKKEN FEDERATION PREMIUM ONLINE SERVICE FREE AT LAUNCH

NAMCO BANDAI Games  today announced that World Tekken Federation, the premium online service for TEKKEN TAG TOURNAMENT™ 2, will be available free of charge when the game is released worldwide the week of September 10, 2012 for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft.

The World Tekken Federation service gives TEKKEN™ players the chance to interact in a social community platform in order to track personal statistics against the world, create and manage teams with friends, compete in online events and discuss intricate strategies with a level of unparalleled detail in the fighting game genre.

“With TEKKEN TAG TOURNAMENT 2, the team is committed to providing an unparalleled fighting game experience and are proving our dedication to this effort by offering World Tekken Federation free of charge to everyone who buys a copy of the game,” said Carlson Choi, Vice President of Marketing for NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc.  “Bringing together TEKKEN fans from around the globe in such a robust online community is a first for the fighting game genre and will give veterans and beginners a chance to develop their fighting skills in an exciting new way.”

World Tekken Federation will be available in Europe coinciding with the launch of TEKKEN TAG TOURNAMENT 2 on Friday, 09.14.2012.

To keep up to date with everything happening in the TEKKEN universe, join the global TEKKEN family today at http://www.facebook.com/tekken and follow Harada-san on Twitter: @Harada_TEKKEN.

 
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Kingston Digital Transforms iPad, iPhone and iPod touch Storage Capabilities

Sydney, Australia: August 1, 2011 — Kingston, the independent world leader in memory products, today announced the sleek and functional Wi-Drive will arrive in the Australian and New Zealand market, August 8, 2011 and will be available through Kingston’s channel of authorized distributors, resellers and retailers.

Built to address the ever-increasing storage needs of Apple iPad, iPhone and iPod touch users (www.kingston.com/flash/wi_drive.asp), Wi-Drive, a wireless, portable storage solution, allows users to expand the number of documents, images, music and video files they can access from Apple devices.

With its built in Wi-Fi signal, Wi-Drive allows users to stream movies, listen to music, and view pictures or documents by utilizing the Wi-Drive App, available for free in the App Store SM. These files are then easily retrieved via Wi-Drive’s built-in wireless signal without requiring cables or an Internet connection. Three users can work simultaneously with different file types from a single Wi-Drive without any performance disruption.

Flash-based memory technology found in Wi-Drive is more durable than traditional platter-based hard drives, and enables faster file accessibility. It is also extremely portable, weighing only 86.18 grams — less than a pack of playing cards.

“Wi-Drive is an ideal solution for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch users who feel confined by their current storage capacity,” said Nathan Su, Flash Memory Sales Director, APAC Region, Kingston. “Wi-Drive allows Apple device owners to wirelessly manage document and media files, and choose to share them with others, while on the go for work or pleasure. This unique functionality, combined with the durability of a Flash-based device, will satisfy both casual users and the most discerning technophiles.”

How to use the Wi-Drive with compatible Apple products
To begin using Wi-Drive with any of the compatible Apple products, users simply drag and drop files from their PC to Wi-Drive via USB cable, similar to a typical USB Flash drive data transfer. Users then download the Wi-Drive application from the App Store before connecting the Wi-Drive to their device. A video with a demonstration of the solution is also available here: www.kingston.com/flash/wi_drive.asp

Kingston Wi-Drive Features and Specifications:
•    Capacities*: 16GB, 32GB
•    Dimensions: 121.5mm x 61.8mm x 9.8mm
•    Operating Temperature: 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)
•    Storage Temperature: 14°F to 185°F (-10°C to 70°C)
•    Wireless Network Interface: Wi-Fi 802.11g/n with wireless security (WPA/WEP)
•    Rechargeable Battery: up to four hours of continuous use
•    Cable: Mini-USB to USB cable included.  User can upload files and content from their

PC/Mac to the Wi-Drive using the USB cable
•    Portable: Uses Flash-based technology for durability and reliability
•    Convenient: pocket-sized for easy transportability
•    Simple: just plug into a USB port
•    Guaranteed: one-year warranty
•    App: downloadable at Apple’s App Store
•    Compatible with: iPad, iPhone 3G/3GS/4, iPod touch (3G is limited to iOS 4.2.1+)
•    Configurable APN (access point name) and Key functions to connect to Wireless Access

Point (Internet Connection)
•    Supported File Formats:
•    Audio: AAC, MP3, WAV
•    Video: m4v, mp4, mov, Motion JPEG (M-JPEG), AVI
•    Image: jpg, bmp, tiff
•    Document: pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, txt, rtf, xls

* Some of the listed capacity is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage. For more information, please consult Kingston’s Flash Memory Guide at Kingston.com/Flash_Memory_Guide.

Pricing and Availability
Manufacturer: Kingston Digital
Product Name: Kingston Wi-Drive
RRP:

Kingston Wi-Drive  
Part Number     Capacity and Features     AU RRP    NZ RRP
WID/16GZ          Wi-Drive 16GB                     $149.99      $199.50
WID/32GZ          Wi-Drive 32GB                     $198.99      $265.00

 
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EA SPORTS UNVEILS GLOBAL FOOTBALL STARS FOR FIFA 12

Everton Midfielder Tim Cahill To Appear On Cover Of FIFA 12 In Australia and New Zealand alongside Rooney and Kaká

SYDNEY, Australia – August 1st, 2011 – Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) today revealed an iconic lineup of international football stars that will help launch EA SPORTS™ FIFA 12, winner of 20 “Best Sports Game of E3” awards, including the prestigious E3 Game Critics award.*

Headlining the group of footballers is Everton Midfielder Tim Cahill, Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney and Real Madrid’s Kaká, who will be joined by stars Philippe Mexès in France, Gerard Piqué in Spain, Giampaolo Pazzini in Italy, Mats Hummels in Germany, Jack Wilshere in United Kingdom and many others all over the world to launch FIFA 12 on September 29 in Australia and September 30 New Zealand. The football stars will grace the cover of FIFA 12 packaging, be integrated into marketing and advertising campaigns, and utilized in social media activities around the world.

 
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XENOBLADE CHRONICLES IS COMING TO AUSTRALIA ON Wii

1 August 2011, Australia

Nintendo announces that critically acclaimed RPG, Xenoblade Chronicles, will be available on Wii from 1 September 2011. In Australia and New Zealand, the first production of the game will be packaged with a limited edition ‘Special Soundtrack’ CD.

The soundtrack CD features 12 original tracks written specifically for Xenoblade Chronicles. This limited edition can be pre-ordered now from selected retailers.

Xenoblade Chronicles takes you to the stunning lands of Bionis and Mechonis. The landscapes are vast, offering more than 100 hours of immersive gameplay. Whatever you see in the distance can be reached giving you real freedom to explore and plot your way around quests. Combat is in real time, and you are free to roam the seamless universe without having to endure random encounters, making Xenoblade Chronicles a real departure from traditional RPGs.

Xenoblade Chronicles brings to life a universe where two titans – Bionis and Mechonis collide in a war that knows no end. As the aeons pass, the lifeless bodies of the titans remain and life soon evolves on each world. The two main races, the Mechon (a race of robots) and the Homs (humans) are locked in battle for control of the world. You join the battle for Bionis to repel the invasion of the terrifying mechanical army and uncover the secrets of a mystical sword called the Monado.

For more information visit: http://gamesites.nintendo.com.au/xenoblade-chronicles

 
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BlackBerry PlayBook First Tablet to be Certified by Australian Government

Sydney, Australia, 1st August 2011 – Research In Motion today announced that the Defence Signals Directorate (DSD) of the Australian Government has approved the BlackBerry® PlayBook™ tablet for use in government agencies when using its BlackBerry® Bridge™ application and connected to an approved BlackBerry smartphone.

The BlackBerry PlayBook is the first tablet to be certified for use by the DSD. It is the only tablet that meets with the Australian Government’s strict security standards. When used in accordance with DSD guidance, the BlackBerry PlayBook tablet can be used to secure information with a classification of up to and including RESTRICTED or PROTECTED which represents the majority of Government day-to-day operational communications.

“RIM continues to set the benchmark for government security and now with DSD approval the BlackBerry PlayBook is the first tablet to be certified for deployment in Australian government departments. This again demonstrates our leadership in the government sector and our commitment and investment in secure mobile technology,” said Scott Deacon, Manager Security Certifications, Asia Pacific BlackBerry Security, RIM.

The BlackBerry PlayBook is a powerful, ultra-portable tablet that fits comfortably in one hand. It has a stunning 7-inch high resolution display, offers true multi-tasking capabilities and a high-fidelity web experience. It also allows for secure pairing with BlackBerry® smartphones via the BlackBerry Bridge app, which enables users to access their BlackBerry smartphone’s email, calendar, address book, memo pad, task list, BBM™ (BlackBerry® Messenger) and browsing functionality using the larger display on the tablet.

RIM sets the standard for secure tablet data access with the BlackBerry PlayBook’s support for ECC (Elliptical Curve Cryptography), AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) and the ability to protect enterprise data when it is transferred between the tablet and a BlackBerry smartphone.

The guidance recently issued by the Australian Government acknowledges that the BlackBerry PlayBook conforms with security requirements and DSD’s security policy which is in line with the use of BlackBerry in government organisations worldwide.

“The BlackBerry PlayBook is the only tablet to be awarded this certification from the Australian Government, meeting its strict security requirements for use by government representatives with data classifications of up to and including RESTRICTED/ PROTECTED. We will continue to work with government departments and organisations locally and internationally to ensure that employees can access and share information with ease and in the knowledge that their information is protected at the highest level,” said Deacon.

For more information about the BlackBerry PlayBook tablet, please visit www.blackberry.com/playbook

 
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An all-star line-up – worth the wait!

 Harvest Moon: Grand Bazaar, The KING OF FIGHTERS XIII, DoDonPachi Resurrection, Rune Factory 3 And Cradle of Rome 2 All Coming This Year 

Sydney, Australia, August 1 2011 – Leading independent videogame publisher Rising Star Games todayunveiled an all-star line-up of titles for the final six months of 2011.  

The latter half of the year will cement the firm’s reputation as a publisher that delivers what its fans want. Catering for five different genres, Rising Star Games’ line-up includes some of the best loved franchises in their respective categories, all of which have been high on gamers’ wish lists.

Martin Defries, managing director, Rising Star Games said, “We have a reputation for publishing games that fans want and the final half of this year is no different. We’re releasing some of the biggest titles we’ve ever had the pleasure of handling, including THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIII and DoDonPachi Resurrection, as well as the next instalment of our flagship series, Harvest Moon. It’s an incredibly exciting period for us and we’re delighted to be working on such distinguished titles at the top of their genres.”

In release order:

Harvest Moon: Grand Bazaar – Neverland/MMV

The mother of all farming games and top farming brand on the DS returns with all new features, pets and crops. Harvest Moon: Grand Bazaar has all the classic gaming features of the series and great additions including windmills to let you combine ingredients to make goods to sell at the Bazaar, a new jump movement that enables players to jump up hills and over streams, the horse race festival returns and you can own multiple pets to help work your farm.  Players can use the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection to help their friends with farming, shop at theirbazaar, or go fishing in their streams.

Harvest Moon: Grand Bazaar is out on Nintendo DS in September 2011.

Rune Factory 3: A Fantasy Harvest Moon – Marvelous Entertainment

Rune Factory 3: A Fantasy Harvest Moon continues the proud tradition of its predecessors by offering a combination of Harvest Moon farming mechanics and RPG action, all wrapped in an engrossing storyline. Players can train monsters while farming, fishing and gathering, and friendly villagers will join them in battle. The new online multiplayer mode allows up to three players to combine forces, conquer dungeons, and compare their accomplishments.

Rune Factory 3: A Fantasy Harvest Moon is out on Nintendo DS in September 2011.

Cradle of Rome 2 – Cerasus Media

Puzzle adventure title Cradle of Rome 2 follows in the footsteps of its best-selling predecessor by offering addictive gameplay for a casual audience, perfect for DS owners of all ages and lifestyles. Swap tiles to match three or more identical tiles to build beautiful houses and magnificent palaces as you develop your small settlement into a flourishingempire.

Cradle of Rome 2 is out on Nintendo DS in October 2011.

THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIII – SNK PLAYMORE

THE KING OF FIGHTERS is the flagship series of legendary fighting game publisher – developer SNK PLAYMORE. The series is a dream festival of SNK’s 2D fightingseries, and a household name in the genre. THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIII features fighters from the entire history of the series and concludes the Ash Saga storyline. Hugely improved features include global online play with optimised net code. There are now also over 30 characters to choose from, and fan favourite Mai returns. Vast improvements have been made to gameplay as well; with new NEO MAX super special moves, faster gameplay, and refined visuals & in-game camera (perspective).

THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIII is out on Xbox 360 and PS3 in October 2011.

DoDonPachi Resurrection – CAVE

The fourth game in the DonPachi series, from legendary shoot-em-up creator CAVE. DoDonPachi Resurrection takes the DonPachi Corps back into the action. Players will have the task of fighting hundreds of enemieswhile dodging thousands of bullets in this renowned bullet hell title. Dash from enemy to enemy to string together long combos which send your score into the stratosphere! DoDonPachi Resurrection is converted directly from the Arcade version for the Xbox 360 in full HD resolution. The Xbox 360 release will be a deluxe edition featuringthree different modes of gameplay and the game’s soundtrack. The Black Label arrange mode will be available to download as DLC on the day of release.  This is Rising Star Games’s second CAVE shoot-em-up of this year, following the hugely popular Deathsmiles.

DoDonPachi Resurrection is out on Xbox 360 in November 2011.

Each release will be supported by tailored marketing campaigns, with an emphasis placed on continuing the community interaction and speaking directly to fan bases. For breaking news, follow Rising Star Games via Twitter and Facebook.

Harvest Moon: Grand Bazaar, Rune Factory 3, Cradle of Rome 2, The King of Fighters XIII and DoDonPachi Resurrection will all be released in 2011 courtesy of Rising Star Games.

www.risingstargames.com

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Daniel Craig & co-stars to attend the Australian Premiere of Skyfall

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SYDNEY: 11th September, 2012

Sony Pictures Releasing is delighted to announce Daniel Craig, along with co-stars Naomie Harris (Eve) , Berenice Marlohe (Severine) and Producer Barbara Broccoli, will be in Sydney on the evening of Friday November 16 to attend the Australian Premiere of the highly anticipated 23rd James Bond action adventure SKYFALL.

This will be the third visit by the 007 star Daniel Craig who attended Australian Premieres for ‘Casino Royale’ in 2006 and ‘Quantum of Solace’ in 2008. The Australian Premiere will be held at the prestigious State Theatre in Sydney.

Daniel Craig is back as Ian Fleming’s James Bond 007 in SKYFALL™, the 23rd adventure in the longest-running film franchise of all time. In SKYFALL, Bond’s loyalty to M is tested as her past comes back to haunt her. As MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost. The film is from Albert R. Broccoli’s EON Productions, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios, and Sony Pictures Entertainment. Directed by Academy Award® winner Sam Mendes. Produced by Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli.

The Royal World Premiere of SKYFALL will take place in London on 23rd October attended by His Royal Highness Prince Charles and The Duchess of Cornwall. At the request of His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales the premiere will benefit the charities that support former and serving members of the three intelligence agencies (the Secret Intelligence Service, the Security Service and GCHQ). The Premiere at Royal Albert Hall in London will be attended by the film’s leading actors Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Javier Bardem, Ralph Fiennes, Naomie Harris, B?r?nice Marlohe, Albert Finney and Ben Whishaw, and the director Sam Mendes.

 
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FEEL IT! F1 2012™ DEMO LAUNCHES THIS WEEK

Stunning new F1 2012 gameplay video now playing at www.formula1-game.com  

SYDNEY – Tuesday 11th  September – Codemasters® today announced that a demo for F1 2012™ will launch this week ahead of the full game’s launch on 20th September in Australia & New Zealand for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft®, PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system and Windows PC.

To mark the news, Codemasters has released a new gameplay trailer recreating key moments from the blistering opening to the 2012 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP™ which saw an unprecedented seven winners in the first seven races. The video is now playing at the newly launched www.formula1-game.com.

In the demo, players will sample two of the game’s new features, Young Driver Test and Season Challenge. In the Young Driver Test, which takes inspiration from the real-life event held at Abu Dhabi, players will learn how to handle and get the most out of motorsport’s most exciting and responsive racing cars with a series of tests and videos.

Gamers will then sample Season Challenge, a new game mode where players will compete across just ten races to become the number one driver on the grid. In the demo, gamers will pick a rival and aim to beat them in a five lap race at Monza, the iconic 5.7km track where cars can reach a top speed of 350km/h.

F1 2012 is set to deliver the most accessible and immersive FORMULA ONE™ game for fans of all abilities. Players will feel the unparalleled thrill of becoming a FORMULA ONE driver with a host of new features, wide-ranging technical and gameplay advancements and extensive competitive and co-operative multiplayer components. F1 2012 will feature all of the official teams, drivers and circuits from the 2012 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, including the debut of the 2012 FORMULA 1 UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX at Austin, Texas and the return of Germany’s famous Hockenheim circuit to the calendar.

F1 2012 is in development at Codemasters Birmingham for Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION 3 and Windows PC and is available for pre-order ahead of its September worldwide release. To get all the news straight from the studio, race over to www.facebook.com/formula1game or follow the team on twitter at www.twitter.com/formula1game

 
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