AMD Phenom™ II Black Edition Processors To Power Performance PCs

Sydney, Australia – December 8, 2010

What: AMD (NYSE:AMD) today announced two new “Black Edition” processors including AMD’s new flagship six-core desktop processor. These processors join AMD’s award-winning 8-series chipset and recently launched ATI Radeon™ HD 6000 series graphics for PCs that deliver vivid high-definition experiences in 3D with GPU-accelerated multimedia performance. With these latest technologies, gamers and PC enthusiasts can enjoy The Ultimate Visual Experience™ on a new PC featuring VISION Black Technology from AMD.

• The AMD Phenom™ II X6 1100T is AMD’s new desktop flagship processor, offering high-end features like unlocked clock multipliers, Turbo CORE technology and six-core performance.
• The AMD Phenom™ II X2 565 Black Edition is an affordable processor for enthusiasts looking for performance-tuning capabilities at amazing clock speeds.

Why: The growth of high-definition and 3D digital media content has created a new level of immersive visual experience. The versatility of VISION Technology-based PCs creates almost limitless possibilities for consumers, such as moving to the Internet for video entertainment, creating lasting video and photo memories, playing the most visually intensive PC games, and improving performance when multi-tasking – all without sacrificing battery life.

Who: Anyone looking to upgrade to a new PC with multi-core value, versatile platform options, high definition video, and 3D graphics will benefit from a new PC with VISION Technology from AMD.

Supporting Resources
• More information on AMD desktop processor models, prices and comparisons is available here
• Follow all news from the AMD desktop team on Twitter at @AMDDesktop
• Read how to build an amazingly powerful and affordable PC featuring VISON Black Technology from AMD and more at http://blogs.amd.com/home

About AMD
Advanced Micro Devices is an innovative technology company dedicated to collaborating with customers and technology partners to ignite the next generation of computing and graphics solutions at work, home and play. For more information, visit www.amd.com

AUSTRALIA – December 8, 2010 — Today Ubisoft is launching two new programs for Your Shape: Fitness Evolved including:

· The “Toned Body Program”, to strengthen all your muscles and get a firmer body

· “Cardio Boxing Platinum”, a new advanced level of the Cardio-Boxing class

All of these extra workouts and programs will be offered individually or in bundle packages. In the first half of the calendar year, over 12 new pieces of add-on content for Your Shape: Fitness Evolved will be released on Xbox Live. Pricing will range from 320 to 560 Microsoft points.

Highly anticipated third expansion to the critically acclaimed massively multiplayer online role-playing game launches around the world this week 

IRVINE, Calif. — December 7, 2010 — Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. today announced that World of Warcraft^®: Cataclysm^™, the highly anticipated third expansion for the world’s most popular subscription-based massively multiplayer online role-playing game, is now on sale in stores throughout North America, Europe, Argentina, Chile, Russia, Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand, and will be available beginning December 9 in Korea and the regions of Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau.

The expansion can now be purchased at retail stores on DVD-ROM for Windows^® XP/Windows Vista^®/Windows^® 7 and Macintosh^® at a suggested retail price of $59.95 AUD / $79.95 NZD. A special Collector’s Edition packed with bonus items is also available exclusively from retailers for a suggested retail price of $109.95 AUD / $139.95 NZD. World of Warcraft: Cataclysm is also offered as a digital download through Battle.net^® account management (www.battle.net/account/management).

 “Cataclysm adds an incredible amount of new content for players to explore, revitalizing the game world and building on everything we’ve learned since World of Warcraft launched over six years ago,” said Mike Morhaime, CEO and cofounder of Blizzard Entertainment. “We thank all of our beta testers for helping make this our best expansion yet, and we’re looking forward to seeing everyone in the new Azeroth.”

In World of Warcraft: Cataclysm, the corrupted Dragon Aspect Deathwing has returned, and the world has been reshaped by the devastation left in his wake. In an effort to survive the planet-shattering cataclysm, two new playable races — worgen and goblins — join the struggle between the Alliance and the Horde. Players can now begin their journey to the new level cap of 85, discover newly revealed locations, acquire new levels of power, and come face to face with Deathwing in a battle to determine the fate of the world.

For more information on World of Warcraft: Cataclysm, visit the official website at http://www.worldofwarcraft.com/cataclysm/.

About Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.

Best known for blockbuster hits including World of Warcraft and the Warcraft, StarCraft^®, and Diablo^® series, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment software renowned for creating some of the industry’s most critically acclaimed games. Blizzard Entertainment’s track record includes twelve #1-selling games and multiple Game of the Year awards. The company’s online-gaming service, Battle.net^®, is one of the largest in the world, with millions of active players.

Starring Gemma Arterton (Prince of Persia), THE DISAPPEARANCE OF ALICE CREED is a taut thriller from up and coming director J Blakeson.

Two Ex-Cons (Eddie Marsan and Marton Compston) kidnap the daughter of a wealthy businessman to make a mint on the ransom. Their seemingly foolproof plan begins to unravel as it becomes clear their hostage, Alice Creed (Gemma Arterton) isn’t going to let her captors use her as capital without a fight. Determined to escape, Alice enters into a battle of wits against her two kidnappers. As the deadline for the exchange draws nearer, all three are bought close to breaking point in a desperate struggle for survival.

The DISAPPEARANCE OF ALICE CREED is a scorching kidnap thriller from first-time director J Blakeson. All three leads shine and in particular Arterton delivers a gutsy performance as Alice.

From acclaimed director Michael Winterbottom (24 Hour Party People) and with a star studded cast including (Gone Baby Gone), Kate Hudson (Almost Famous) and Jessica Alba (Sin City) comes THE KILLER INSIDE ME. Based on the definitive pulp fiction novel of the same name by Jim Thompson, THE KILLER INSIDE ME electrified and stunned audiences on the 2010 film festival circuit.

Deputy Sheriff Lou Ford (Casey Affleck) is a pillar of his small Texan community, a quiet charmer with a sweet fiancé (Kate Hudson). Ford hides his true nature, until he’s asked to run prostitute Joyce (Jessica Alba) out of town and she re-awakens his dark urges. In his first lead role since Gone Baby Gone, Casey Affleck is terrifying as the psychotic Ford, whilst both Hudson and Alba break away from type casting as the women who love him.

In THE KILLER INSIDE ME Winterbottom has created a chilling portrayal of a psychopath in the tradition of AMERICAN PSYCHO.

Exclusion Zone: AAW redefines the line-drawing genre with an explosive twist

New York, NY — December 7, 2010 — Appular announces the launch of its fourth title, Exclusion Zone: Anti-Air Warfare, for iPhone and iPod touch, offering a combative spin on strategic line-drawing games. An invasion led by fighter jets, stealth bombers, and Apache helicopters is quickly approaching the military’s land and naval bases. Players must avert the attack and prepare their silos for an all-out air-strike.

In Exclusion Zone: AAW, players act as the military’s chief defense strategist during an onslaught of air raids. Players must guard landing strips and helipads by drawing anti-aircraft missile paths that intercept and annihilate enemies before they land. Bonus weapons such as electromagnetic pulses and homing missiles enhance the combative element of Exclusion Zone by adding more firepower to a player’s death-dealing arsenal. Exclusion Zone also features OpenFeint integration with leaderboards and achievements to intensify competitive gameplay.

“In the past, we were contracted to generate war simulation exercises and we’ve definitely integrated some militaristic defense concepts into Exclusion Zone: AAW, to make it a lot more intense,” says Patrick Fitzpatrick, Director of PTK Learning. “We have a talented team of developers committed to Exclusion Zone: AAW, so fans can expect monthly updates with new maps and weapons that are guaranteed to be packed with more heat!”

In celebration of the launch of Exclusion Zone, Appular announces that they will be giving away three $50 Visa Gift Cards in a raffle to players who have totaled the destruction of at least 100 enemy crafts. For more information on how to enter the contest and complete rules and regulations, please visit Appular on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/Appular.

Exclusion Zone for iPhone and iPod touch is available for $0.99 on the iTunes App Store at:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/exclusion-zone-anti-air-warfare/id403330758?mt=8

Screenshots:

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About PTK Learning:
PTK Learning is a specialist elearning and mobile games development company based in the UK. Founded in 2008 by Patrick Fitzpatrick the philosophy of PTK is challenge and innovate the elearning industry by bringing together the very best of what is good in the media technology world. We have a talented team of games and mobile app developers which has led to the successful implementation of highly interactive global solutions. Our commitment to mobile app development is to consistently challenge what we do to bring the very best games to the mobile app’s world. For more information on PTK Learning visit www.ptklearning.com , you can also follow us on Twitter – @PTKLearning

About Appular:
Appular is an NYC-based company whose mission is to share its world-class experience in marketing, promoting, and publishing apps with innovative mobile app developers across the globe. The Appular team has helped share a multitude of apps with millions of iPhone and Android users. For more information, visit www.appular.com.

An Easier Way to Access Virtual Goods

SANTA CLARA (December 7, 2010) – ChangYou.com (US), Inc., a leading publisher of free-to-play massively multiplayer online role-playing games in North America, is proud to announce the partnership with Zeevex®, an InComm® company and provider of an open virtual currency platform. This partnership helps to provide players with an easier solution to access virtual goods for all ChangYou.com (US) games, Zentia, Dragon Oath and Blade Wars. Zeevex prepaid cards are now available for purchase at many major retail locations.

“We are excited to team up with Zeevex to provide the most consumer friendly payment method to our registered users,“ said Dirk Metzger, Vice President of Publishing at ChangYou.com (US), Inc.“Gamers can now purchase Zeevex’s prepaid cards at major retail locations for all Changyou.com (US) online multiplayer games.”

“Partnering with ChangYou represents a great opportunity for InComm,” said Brian Parlotto, Senior Vice President of Consumer Products and International. “In addition to helping ChangYou immediately monetize its game properties and tap into new revenue, InComm will also drive new business and revenue into our industry-leading retail distribution network as a win for everyone involved.”

Available immediately, customers can purchase Zeevex Tokens directly through ChangYou.com (US) official Token Shop at http://cde.us.changyou.com/index.jsp. In addition, Zeevex’s prepaid cards are available at more than 41,000 stores nationwide. With Zeevex, players can trade tokens with friends through their favorite social network, like Facebook, MySpace or Twitter. For a complete list of retailers and store locations, please visit Zeevex’s official website at http://www.zeevex.com/retailers.

About ChangYou.com (US)

ChangYou.com (US) is a publishing subsidiary of ChangYou.com, Ltd. (NASDAQ: CYOU). Originally started as the MMORPG business unit of Sohu.com in 2003, ChangYou.com became a separate, stand-alone company in Dec, 2007. As a leading developer and operator of online games in China, ChangYou.com has launched three free-to-play massive multiplayer online role-playing games in North America: Dragon Oath, Blade Wars, and Zentia.

About InComm:

InComm is the industry leading marketer, distributor and technology innovator of stored-value gift and prepaid products using its state-of-the-art point-of-sale transaction technology and payment solutions to revolutionize retail product sales and customer experiences. With nearly $10 billion in retail sales transactions processed in 2009, InComm is the nation’s largest provider of gift cards, prepaid wireless products, reloadable debit cards, digital music downloads, content, games, software and bill payment solutions. InComm partners with consumer brand leaders around the world to provide more than 225,000 retail locations the products and services their customers demand. Since 1992, InComm’s patented technologies have made the buying process easier for consumers while streamlining the selling process for product and retail partners. InComm is headquartered in Atlanta, GA with offices in Australia/New Zealand, Canada, Japan, Mexico, Puerto Rico, the United Kingdom, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Minnesota, Oregon, and Texas. To learn more about InComm, visit www.incomm.com or call 1.800.352.3084.

About Zeevex:

Founded in 2008 and acquired by InComm in 2010, Zeevex is the leading open virtual currency available in national retailers. The Zeevex Digital Locker allows gamers to manage their virtual lives, while helping brick and mortar retailers, as well as hundreds of online content providers, generate new revenue. Zeevex is located in Atlanta, Georgia. For more information, visit www.zeevex.com/about or follow @zeevex on Twitter

Soniq Releases a Personal Video Recorder with an Impressive 1TB of Storage

The new Soniq T1000 High definition Personal Video Recorder with an impressive 1TB storage allows users to store seasons of their favourite TV shows without the worries of memory capacity shortage.



Sydney, Australia: December 07, 2010 – Soniq, through their commitment to offer affordable and user-friendly lifestyle consumer electronics, is fast becoming a household name in Australia. Today the company launched their latest High Definition Personal Video Recorder, the T1000, with a whopping 1TB of storage.

The T1000 has a sleek, modern look to fit perfectly into any lounge room with a matte black body and glossy front finishing. The player also features HDMI and USB 2.0 inputs allowing free file-copy between the internal hard drive and the user’s portable hard drive so watching, recording, storing and swapping your favourite television shows has never been so easy.

With a powerful recording function, the T1000 allows users to record one channel while watching another channel simultaneously. The player also offers the added convenience of recording two programs simultaneously so you don’t have to pick between your favourite shows. Recordings can be booked through the player’s timer in three modes: once, daily or weekly. Users can leave the player in the energy efficient standby mode where the unit will auto power on to record the program and back off to once completed, keeping energy consumption at a minimum.

The à la mode T1000 is energy efficient beyond Australian Minimum Energy Performance Standards and comes in a ‘Green’ friendly box to help keep Australian beautiful.

Designed for those who demand quality on a budget, the T1000 features the latest technologies at the affordable price of AU $349; a full function remote, a DVB-T twin tuner, easy to navigate menu even for those who aren’t tech savvy and parental control to keep the whole family safe and happy.

On shelves now in time for Christmas, the T1000 is the perfect gift, available exclusively in JB Hi-Fi.

• 1TB Hard Drive
• NFTS File System
• Energy Saving < 0.5W Standby Consumption
• Auto Switch On/ Off For Booked Recordings
• DDR Memory
• DVB-T Twin Tuner
• High Definition
• HDMI & USB 2.0 Inputs
• Multi-Audio Supported
• Teletex Supported

Targus launches new accessories for the Galaxy Tab

Sydney, 7 December 2010 – With Samsung’s Galaxy Tab hitting Australian shores, Targus has launched three new accessories designed to enhance and protect the new tablet. The products join Targus’ extensive range of accessories and cases for tablet devices.

Perfectly sized for the Galaxy Tab, the Truss Case for Samsung Galaxy (RRP: $69.95) provides a durable leather exterior to protect against knocks and bumps. The soft suede interior prevents scratches while the wrap-around band secures the case when not in use. No bigger than a diary or organiser, the Truss slides easily into a stand, providing a comfortable 45 degree viewing angle for movies, TV shows and slideshow presentations. The Truss case is available in two colours – black/blue and brown/orange.

The new Tablet Stand (RRP: $24.95) is compatible with a range of tablet devices, including the Galaxy Tab. The stand offers two different viewing angles for tablet devices, providing flexibility in both landscape and portrait formats. Whether it’s catching up on email, watching a home movie or making a video call, the stand allows for fuss free usability. Compact yet sturdy, this stand sports a simple design and is made from long-lasting acrylic.

Whether you’re taking notes, browsing the web or sketching, the Targus Stylus (RRP: $19.95) makes it easy to navigate touch screens with extreme accuracy. Featuring a durable rubber tip that won’t scratch the screen surface, the stylus mimics the likeness of a fingertip and allows for precision at a single swipe. Meanwhile, the pen clip allows for easy storage, ensuring it’s readily available when needed.

Arriving in stores from January 2011, the new range of Galaxy Tab accessories from Targus is available from Harvey Norman stores nationwide. For more information, please visit www.targus.com.au or call customer service free call line 1800 641 645.

Five New Wireless and Corded Headsets Bring Gaming Audio and Chat to Life

SYDNEY, Australia – 7 December , 2010 – Plantronics® (NYSE: PLT), today expanded its award-winning family of gaming headsets with the release of the wireless and corded GameCom® headsets for the Xbox 360® and Playstation® 3. The new line up, designed to enhance gaming experiences through rich, vibrant audio, features a range of headsets to suit any console gamer this Christmas. Headlined by the GameCom X95 Wireless Stereo headset and GameCom X40 Stereo headset for Xbox 360 users, as well as the GameCom P90 Bluetooth headset for the PlayStation 3, the new Gamecom range features the perfect present for friends and family who love console gaming.

Wireless Freedom for Xbox 360 Gaming
The Plantronics GameCom X95 is a wireless gaming headset that delivers full stereo sound from 40mm speakers. With a closed-ear design and intuitive on-ear controls for changing volume and audio levels, users can immerse themselves in games, music and movies without disturbing others. The GameCom X95 has a sleek and modern design with a concealable mic that easily tucks into the headband when not in use. Perfect for long gaming sessions, the GameCom X95 can be used for more than 20 hours before replacing the included AAA batteries.

The new Plantronics GameCom X40 is a corded headset that features the same 40mm speakers as the GameCom X95 for exceptional stereo sound. The GameCom X40 eliminates cumbersome in-line controls by placing separate volume and audio control buttons on the ear pods. The headset is extremely lightweight and features specially designed cushioned earpods and headband that redistribute pressure for a great fit.

Plantronics also introduced refreshed versions of the GameCom X30 and GameCom X10 corded headsets for the Xbox 360.

Easy, Wireless Chat for the PlayStation 3
The perfect PlayStation 3 companion, the new GameCom P90 Bluetooth headset enables users to talk to friends wirelessly during gaming sessions. The GameCom P90 can also connect to a mobile phone, so users can choose between game chats and mobile calls while enjoying the same, crystal-clear audio. The GameCom P90 features QuickPair technology for easy pairing to the PlayStation 3, and includes dedicated mute volume and on/off buttons for convenience.

The Plantronics GameCom has a slim earloop and contoured eartip for a comfortable, secure fit. It includes a USB charging cable that connects to the PlayStation 3 system.

“With the success of Plantronics PC gaming headsets we’re excited to be moving into console gaming in a much larger way,” said Peter Petrides, National Retail Manager, Plantronics Australia. “Console gaming is now more popular than ever, and the new Gamecom line up offers a great present for your family and friends this Christmas, at prices to suit any budget.”

Pricing and Availability
The new Plantronics GameCom products are available today at www.plantronics.com.au with the following prices: GameCom X95 $149.00, GameCom X40 $99.00, GameCom X30 $49 and GameCom X10 $39. The new Plantronics GameCom P90 for the PlayStation 3 is also available today at a price of $69. The new GameCom products will be available in major nationwide retail stores later this month.

For more information about the new GameCom products, please visit www.plantronics.com/console-gaming.

About Plantronics
Plantronics is a world leader in personal audio communications for professionals and consumers. From unified communication solutions to Bluetooth headsets, Plantronics delivers unparalleled audio experiences and quality that reflect our nearly 50 years of innovation and customer commitment. Plantronics is used by every company in the Fortune 100 and is the headset of choice for air traffic control, 911 dispatch and the New York Stock Exchange. For more information, please visit www.plantronics.com.au or call +61 3 9326 1653.

Plantronics, GameCom X95, GameCom P90, GameCom X40, GameCom X30 and GameCom X10 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Plantronics, Inc. The Bluetooth trademark is owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of the mark by Plantronics, Inc. is under license. The Xbox 360® console is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft® and Playstation® 3 is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.