Sydney, AUSTRALIA (April 22 2010) – Guinness World Records, the global authority on record-breaking, today confirmed that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (Activision/Infinity Ward, 2009) became the most successful entertainment launch of all time when it released on November 10th, 2009.  With verified one day sales totalling more than $401.6 million (AU $434 million),  worldwide, the action-packed first-person shooter video game was the fastest selling entertainment product in its first 24 hours on sale, breaking the Guinness World Record previously set by the launch of Grand Theft Auto IV.

Shattering all entertainment launch records set by box office, book and album sales, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 blew past the record-setting video game launches of Grand Theft Auto IV, which grossed $310 million (AU $335 million) in its first day on sale in 2008, and the previous record-holder, Halo 3, which took in $170 million (AU $184 million) its first 24 hours on sale.

“Video game releases such as the Call of Duty series have outperformed the launches of major Hollywood blockbusters for several years and the day-one sales for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 proved once again that video games have become cultural events in their own right,” said Guinness World Records Gamer’s Edition Editor, Gaz Deaves.

“The fan movement and hype surrounding this game in the run-up to launch was almost unprecedented in scale; we acknowledged early on that the big question wasn’t if it would break all-time entertainment records, but rather by how much.”

“This achievement is a reflection of the support from our community of fans around the world,” said Creative Strategist, Robert Bowling from developer Infinity Ward.  “The Call of Duty series and Modern Warfare have been our passion – we’ve dedicated our lives to giving our best, so it’s an honour to be recognised by setting a new standard among all entertainment properties.”

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is rated “MA” by the the Australian Classification Board for Blood, Drug Reference, Intense Violence and Language.  The title is developed by Infinity Ward and published by Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI)  The first series of new multiplayer maps, the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Stimulus Package is now available on Xbox LIVE® online entertainment network.

Jordan Tresson wins PlayStation® and Nissan GT Academy 2010

• § 26-year-old Frenchman will compete in the European GT Cup 

Silverstone – Wednesday 21 April, 2010 – Jordan Tresson has been announced as the winner of GT Academy 2010. The 21-year-old Frenchman completed a short head-to-head test today on Silverstone’s new Grand Prix circuit against friend and rival Luca Lorenzini. The pair drove five flying laps each in the 420bhp Nissan 370Z GT4 race car that Tresson will now campaign in the 2010 European GT Cup series.

The announcement of Tresson’s victory is the culmination of a process that started in December 2009 when the GT Academy time trial went live across 17 countries. Over 1.2 million people downloaded the special version of the Gran Turismo game on PlayStation®3 to enter the completion. The fastest twenty from each country then competed for their chance to attend the five-day international final, the GT Academy ‘boot camp’ at Silverstone. Jordan and Luca were chosen as the best of the 18 Academy finalists by judges Johnny Herbert, Eddie Jordan, Sabine Schmitz and Rob Barff. An intensive six-week period has seen them racing at various UK club races each weekend to qualify for an International C Race Licence. Both obtained their licences last weekend and headed to Silverstone for the test session to decide who would win the ultimate prize.

The World’s Finest Virtual Footballers Prepare To Face Off!

– The FIFA Interactive World Cup 2010 Grand Final will take place in Barcelona on 1 May –
 – 32 finalists remain from a record breaking 775,000 competitors –

 

22 April 2010, Australia – With over 775,000 people having taken part, the world’s biggest virtual football event, the FIFA Interactive World Cup (FIWC), is set to reach its dramatic climax at the Grand Final in Port Olympic, Barcelona on 1 May 2010.

Following months of heated online competition and qualifying events around the world, just 32 players from 22 countries remain. The finalists will go head-to-head in Barcelona with EA SPORTS™ FIFA 10 on the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system for the title of FIFA Interactive World Champion 2010.  

Hoping to defend his crown is reigning champion Bruce Grannec from France, who is facing an incredibly strong field including a number of previous Grand Finalists such as FIWC 2008 winner Alfonso Ramos.

Spectators at the Grand Final on 1 May will enjoy an action packed day of football, gaming and top music action in a fantastic party atmosphere. In addition to watching the FIFA Interactive World Cup Grand Final unfold live, they can check out all the latest EA and PlayStation games in the interactive arenas and test their real-life football skills at the FIFA beach soccer clinic with Spain’s beach soccer star Amarelle. There will also be exclusive live DJ set from Groove Armada’s Andy Cato.

The 2010 Grand Final winner will receive a cheque for US $20,000 along with an invitation to join the world’s elite football talent at the FIFA World Player Gala 2010 in Zurich to receive their official FIWC champion’s award. The 2010 runner up will receive US $5,000 whilst 3rd place will receive US $1,000.

“I am delighted to see the huge interest of fans from all over the world in this event, which keeps growing every year”, said FIFA Executive Committee member Chuck Blazer, who will attend the Grand Final in Barcelona. “I enjoyed last year’s final very much and I am looking forward to watching the best interactive players in the world face off once again to be crowned the FIFA Interactive World Champion of 2010”, he added.

“With over 775,000 participants we have set a new record for the FIWC 2010 which will culminate in the exciting Grand Final in Barcelona. This amazing number of gamers highlights the importance of the FIWC for football fans worldwide,” said Jon Rosenblatt, Senior Marketing Director Europe EA SPORTS. “FIFA 10 has proven to be the best football video game ever and it’s great to see so many players from all over the world competing on the PlayStation Network and in the Live Qualifiers to become the FIWC 2010 Champion on May 1st.”

“The FIFA Interactive World Cup continues to go from strength to strength, growing each year at an enormous rate,” said Darren Carter, Vice President, Consumer Marketing, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe.  “To have had over 775,000 participants clearly shows the passion of both the EA SPORTS FIFA 10 and the PlayStation fans.  I have no doubt that it is going to be the best final yet and we look forward to welcoming everyone to Barcelona in May.”  

Admission to the Grand Final is free to the public. Media are requested to pre-register at the FIFA Media Channel – http://media.fifa.com
 
Interactive Areas open at midday. Gaming Tournament kicks off at 1pm, the final is scheduled for 5:30pm.
 
To find out more about the FIFA Interactive World Cup and view a list of the 32 Grand Finalists please visit www.FIFA.com/FIWC
 
For images of FIWC 2009 winner Bruce Grannec receiving his award at the FIFA World Player of the Year Gala, please visit: http://media.FIFA.com

Each year the Disney Vault opens to release exclusive Walt Disney Classics on DVD. The prestigious nature of these Classics means that they are available for a very limited time only.  In fact it could be up to seven years before you see these Disney Classics on DVD again.

Walt Disney was the original custodian of the Disney Vault, and began the Vault practice by re-releasing Disney classics theatrically every seven years. Walt’s time-honoured tradition continues today, as animated titles which once entered the Vault in VHS format now emerge in re-mastered and technically superior DVD and Blu-ray™ technology.

From 30 June 2010, three re-mastered Disney DVD Classics, Sleeping Beauty, 101 Dalmatians and 101 Dalmatians II: Patch’s London Adventure, are being placed back into the Disney Vault for further tender loving care.

Featuring pristine restoration, creative special features and hours of entertainment for kids, these magical titles have been given the royal treatment and are an absolute must for any collector or Disney fan.

Take a stroll down memory lane and catch up with your favourite Disney characters by securing your own little piece of Disney history before they disappear. Be sure to also look out for the next Walt Disney Classic to be released from the Vault – Beauty and the Beast – which will be released from the Disney Vault on DVD and Blu-ray this October.

RETURNING TO THE VAULT from 30 June 2010:

Sleeping Beauty (1959)

A family favourite, Sleeping Beauty tells the tale of Princess Aurora who is blessed with the gifts of beauty and song by the good fairies of the kingdom – Flora, Fauna and Merryweather.  Betrothed at birth to Prince Phillip, the son of a neighbouring king, Princess Aurora is wickedly cursed to die by the prick of a spinning wheel spindle before her 16th birthday by the evil fairy, Maleficent.

Determined to prevent this catastrophe, the good fairies hide the princess in a secluded cottage in the forest where Aurora blossoms into a lovely young woman unaware of her real name and birthright. Princess Aurora, now called Briar Rose, soon meets and falls in love with Prince Phillip who she believes is a peasant boy but in actual fact is her betrothed.

Eventually, Aurora is stricken by Maleficent’s terrible curse and all seems lost but for one glimmer of hope – only true love’s kiss can wake this sleeping beauty from an eternal slumber.

One of Disney’s greatest love stories, collect your copy of Sleeping Beauty Platinum Edition available from all good DVD and Blu-ray retailers

Format:          2-Disc DVD

RRP:               $39.95

Format:          3 Disc Blu-ray

RRP:               $49.95

DVD bonus features

• Alternative opening
• Deleted songs
• Picture perfect: The making of Sleeping Beauty
• Art gallery
• Sleeping Beauty castle walk-through attraction
• Briar Rose’s waltz game.

Blu-ray bonus features:

Blu-ray includes all the DVD bonus features plus:

• Customisable Living Menu;
• Cine-Explore;
• Dungeon Escape;
• Maleficent’s Challenge; and
• 1-Disc DVD format of Sleeping Beauty full-length feature film.

101 Dalmatians (1996)

A delightful combination of humour and fur-raising adventure, 101 Dalmatians is a beloved animated masterpiece featuring some of Disney’s most outrageous and memorable characters, including the crooning Cruella De Vil and the inseparable Dalmatian couple – Pongo and Perdita.

Fashion designer Anita and computer game writer Roger have two Dalmatians, Perdita and Pongo, who have fallen in love and give birth to 99 puppies. One night the proud dogs’ puppies are kidnapped by Anita’s boss Cruella De Vil, who is stealing young Dalmatians to make the coat she has set her heart on. Enlisting the help of the British animal kingdom, Pongo and Perdita set out to find and rescue all 99pups from their fearsome captors, Jasper and Horace.

With spectacular new bonus features including a virtual Dalmatians game and 101 Pop Up Trivia facts, 101 Dalmatians 2-Disc Platinum Edition shines like never before and continues to charm generations of adoring Disney fans with its digitally restored animation and enhanced sound.

Format:          2-Disc DVD

RRP:               $39.95

101 Dalmatians II: Patch’s London Adventure   (2003)

In a return to the loveable Dalmatian family, Roger, Anita, and their canine companions are packing for the big move to Dalmatian Plantation, a home in the country with plenty of room for the 101 pups and far from the clutches of Cruella de Vil.

 The feistiest pup, Patch, feels lost in a sea of spots and longs to be a one-of-a-kind wonder dog like his TV hero, Thunderbolt. Left behind in the commotion Patch hears about a chance to appear on the show while it’s filming in London. Patch soon meets his hero and the adventure begins.

Cruella is back and this time more obsessed with Dalmatians than ever. At first, she is able to calm her frenzy through an affiliation with a spot-fixated German artist named Lars. Cruella soon discovers that Lars, despite his best efforts, is unable to recreate the look she desires. In order to inspire him, she begins hunting for the Dalmatian puppies, but is angry to find Anita’s house empty. However, using a newspaper picture of Patch at the audition, she reads their new address off his collar.

Follow the adventures of Patch and Thunderbolt and watch as their teamwork and friendship save the day.

The special edition DVD includes more fun than ever with all new Patch’s Twilight Adventure game, music videos, a behind-the-scenes “Dog-umentary” and more!

For fun-filled adventure for the whole family, collect your copy of 101 Dalmatians II: Patch’s London Adventure available from all good DVD retailers.

Format:          2-Disc DVD

RRP:               $24.95

COMING OUT OF THE VAULT –

Beauty and the Beast (1991)

Winner of two Academy Awards (Music- Original Score and Music- Original Song 1992) and nominated for four others, Walt Disney Pictures’ magical animated classic Beauty and the Beast  is set to return to homes and hearts this November when it is released from the Disney Vault.

Beauty and the Beast captures the fantastic journey of Belle, a bright and beautiful young woman who is taken prisoner by a hideous beast in his castle. Despite her precarious situation, Belle befriends the castle’s enchanted staff – a teapot, a candelabra and a mantel clock.

Prince Adam was cursed to become a beast form by Enchantress who saw no love in his arrogant heart for others. The one way he could break the spell was to learn to love another and earn her love in return before the last petal from his enchanted rose fell, set to bloom until his 21^st birthday.

With the help of her enchanted staff friends, Belle learns to see beneath the Beast’s exterior to discover the heart and soul of a prince and break a spell placed on him years earlier

Be sure to get your copy of Beauty and the Beast this October available on Blu-ray and DVD.

Format:          2-Disc DVD

RRP:               $39.95

Format:          Value Pack

RRP:               $49.95

After a Decade, the Most Iconic Characters in Entertainment Return To Face Off In One of the Most Popular Game Franchises of All Time

London, UK — April 20, 2010 — Capcom®, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, and the legendary Marvel Entertainment, LLC today announced the latest installment in their epic fighting game series with Marvel™ vs. Capcom® 3: Fate of Two Worlds.

It’s been a decade since Marvel™ vs. Capcom® 2: New Age of Heroes was first released and now the most popular Marvel and Capcom characters join forces again in a re-envisioned team fighting game for a new generation. Fill the shoes of legendary characters from the most beloved franchises in entertainment as you battle in the first VS. Fighting game powered by Capcom’s MT Framework.

“We are so pleased to be working with Marvel again. Marvel vs. Capcom 3 has been one of the most requested titles for us to produce by our fans,” said Christian Svensson, Corporate Officer and Vice President of Strategic Planning and Business Development at Capcom. “Our Capcom development studio is creating the most epic fighting game ever developed and Marvel’s input into that process has been invaluable.”

Get set for the ultimate faceoff when Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds hits PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Xbox 360®video game and entertainment system from Microsoft in Spring 2011.

For more information please visit www.capcomeuro-press.com

ABOUT CAPCOM
Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including best-selling franchises Resident Evil, Street Fighter, Mega Man and Devil May Cry. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Tokyo Korea and Hong Kong, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom can be found on the company web site, www.capcom.com.
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Capcom, Mega Man, Resident Evil, and Devil May Cry are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd., in the U.S. or other countries. Dark Void and Street Fighter are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Capcom U.S.A., Inc. “All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds, Okamiden, Dead Rising 2 and Bionic Commando Rearmed 2, Lead Powerful Lineup of Upcoming Titles

London, UK — April 20, 2010 — Capcom®, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today announced three blockbuster titles for 2011, including the long-awaited Marvel™ vs. Capcom® 3: Fate of Two Worlds, Okamiden™ and Bionic Commando™ Rearmed 2. Media from around the world converged in Hawaii to attend Capcom’s yearly showcase, dubbed Captivate 2010, to get an early look at all the new titles and new content, including:

Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds: After a decade of waiting, iconic Marvel and Capcom characters join forces again in a re-envisioned team fighting game for a new generation. Fill the shoes of legendary characters from the most beloved franchises in entertainment as you battle in a comic book brought to life powered by Capcom’s MT Framework. Get set for the ultimate faceoff when Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds hits PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft in spring 2011.

Okamiden: Taking place many months after the events of Ôkami, Ôkamiden follows the adventures of Chibiterasu – a young sun god who is summoned to protect and restore the land. Armed with a majestic celestial brush and a vibrant cast of partners with unique powers and abilities, this little god is ready to make its mark on the world. Ôkamiden is headed to the Nintendo DS in 2011.

Bionic Commando Rearmed 2: Nathan Spencer returns as a daring, elite soldier equipped with special bionic abilities. In the sequel to 2008’s retro-flavored sidescroller, Spencer will have to face his greatest challenge yet as General Sabio, a new technologically sophisticated foe, is on the brink of launching a deadly missile attack. In addition to his trademark bionic grappling hook used to traverse lush new environments, Nathan Spencer has upgraded his abilities to include the much requested jump move. Bionic Commando Rearmed 2 is headed to Xbox LIVE® and PlayStation®Store in Q1 2011.

Sengoku BASARA™: Samurai Heroes: The producer of Devil May Cry 4, Hiroyuki Kobayashi, brings you the next evolution in the BASARA series on PlayStation 3 and Wii with Sengoku BASARA: Samurai Heroes scheduled for release this autumn. In a fun, action-packed and accessible title set during a tumultuous period of Japanese history, Sengoku BASARA: Samurai Heroes follows players as they fight their way to the climatic battle of Sekigahara. Players will master the fist fights, swords, spears, bows, and guns of more than a dozen fierce samurai warriors in battles against hundreds of opponents. On their journey to the final battle, unleash powerful and spectacular Basara moves or make use of the boost mode to decimate as many enemies as possible.

Ghost Trick™ Phantom Detective: First announced for the Japanese market at the Tokyo Game Show in 2009, Ghost Trick Phantom Detective is now confirmed for release in Europe and North America. Created by the original director of the Ace Attorney franchise, Ghost Trick Phantom Detective introduces, Sissel, a murder victim who becomes a ghost and gains a special power to posses and manipulate objects. His one problem — he’s lost all of his memories! He uses his newfound powers to get to the bottom of his suspicious demise while changing the fate of many. Ghost Trick Phantom Detective is heading to the Nintendo DS this Winter .

Dead Rising™ 2 Prologue: Compelling content being released exclusively on Xbox LIVE ahead of the game’s launch, Dead Rising™ 2: Case Zero will give fans the full experience while introducing the player to the new and much anticipated elements that will unfold in Dead Rising 2. Dead Rising 2 Case Zero will introduce new protagonist Chuck Greene as he and his daughter find themselves caught in the desert town of Small Creek which has been overrun with zombies. Set two years after the Willamette incident and three before the action of Dead Rising 2, Dead Rising 2: CASE ZERO will give players a taste of the gameplay they will experience in Dead Rising 2 as they take on the zombie masses, create combo weapons and rescue survivors.

Dead Rising 2 Co-op: Co-op play is coming to the Dead Rising universe for the first time as players can invite their friends to partner up with them at any time to take on the zombie massacre when Dead Rising 2 hits Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Windows PC throughout Europe on September 3rd.

Super Street Fighter™ IV Tournament Mode DLC: The ultimate Street Fighter experience gets even more intense with the Tournament Mode DLC. Compete online with top players from around the world and fight for control of persistent championship titles that prove you’re the best in the world. Look for this free Super Street Fighter IV add-on content for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 on June 15th, 2010. New downloadable costume packs will also be available at launch on April 30th, 2010 for Xbox 360 and the PlayStation 3. The first pack called the Super Challengers 1 Pack will feature costumes for Hakan, Makoto, Guy, Dudley and Dee Jay.

Lost Planet® 2 DLC: Expanding on the 16-player multiplayer of Lost Planet 2, Map Pack #1 includes new maps available for download from Xbox LIVE and PlayStation®Network. Due out to coincide with the May 11th launch, Helix and Back to the Island bring the explosive multiplayer versus combat to new environments from an underwater mining facility to an island with wide open spaces and compact interiors.

MotoGP™ 09/10 DLC: New to the 2010 season of the MotoGP, Silverstone Circuit will be included as part of the first free update to MotoGP 09/10. Released on March 23rd, MotoGP 09/10 includes all the tracks and racers from the 2009 season with downloadable updates to the tracks, riders, teams and liveries for the 2010 season available as the season unfolds providing the most up to date MotoGP experience than ever before.

ABOUT CAPCOM
Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including best-selling franchises Resident Evil, Street Fighter, Mega Man and Devil May Cry. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Tokyo Korea and Hong Kong, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom can be found on the company web site, www.capcom.com.
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Capcom, Mega Man, Resident Evil, and Devil May Cry are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd., in the U.S. or other countries. Dark Void and Street Fighter are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Capcom U.S.A., Inc. “All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

We’ve all wished we could be part of the action when watching big sports events, and with the Soccer World Cup fast approaching you can live out your goal scoring dreams with The Weee!

The Weee Urinal Game can simply be placed in the urinal of any office, pub or bar and is both loads of fun and guarantees improved aim! It’s certainly a must have for this June when World Cup fever will be taking over Australia. So come on blokes, line up in the loos for the ultimate penalty shoot out!

Available at Godfrey’s stores nationwide, The Weee retails at $14.95 for a pack of two.

www.godfreys.com.au

SYDNEY, Australia, 21 April 2010 – The popular pocket video camera Flip Video, just got even better with the release of the next generation Flip MinoHD. According to latest statistics, Aussies are big fans of video sharing with over 10.6 million Australians watching online videos each month[1]. 

Flip Video has created a demand and love for video thanks to its sleek design, ease of use, great video quality, and FlipShare software.  It has already won a range of industry awards and a growing number of famous Aussie faces have been spotted using Flip Video. 

The newest version of Flip Video is now available in leading consumer electronics retailers with a RRP of AU$299.95.  It includes twice the memory of the original Flip MinoHD enabling up to 120 minutes recording time; the ability to upload videos directly to Facebook; a larger LCD screen; and a new rounded design with a brushed metal finishing.  

Another feature of the next generation Flip MinoHD is the latest version of FlipShare software, the advanced on-board software platform that allows users to plug the Flip’s signature flip-out USB into any computer to easily organise, and edit their videos. FlipShare also lets users share their videos by quickly and easily uploading directly to YouTube, MySpace and Facebook, and by sending via email.

 “Flip Video has changed the video camera market and made shooting and sharing videos easier than ever before,” said Todd Lynton, Managing Director of Cisco Consumer Products ANZ. “Flip has been a huge hit in Australia and the next generation Flip MinoHD lets users shoot twice as much video, enjoy a bigger screen, and even upload their videos directly to Facebook with the latest version of FlipShare.”

Australian celebrities who have been spotted using Flip Video include Cassie Davis, Jessica Mauboy, Corbin Harris, Brian McFadden, world pro surfer Tom Whitaker, Packed to the Rafters star Jessica Maurais , Cassette Kids, Delta Goodrem, and The Bondi Rescue boys.  For photos, visit: http://www.theflip.com/en-au/buzz/sightings.aspx. 

Supporting Resources:

Flip Video Official website: www.theflip.com.au
Flip Video Facebook Fan Page:  www.facebook.com/flipaustralia
·         Follow us on Twitter:  @FlipAustralia

·         Cisco Consumer Blogs:  http://blogs.cisco.com/consumer

About Flip Video Products

Flip Video was acquired by Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) in May of 2009 and operates as part of Cisco’s Consumer Products group. Its revolutionary Flip Video camcorders changed the way people capture and share video by making it simple, accessible and fun for anyone. Flip Video camcorders are pre-loaded with FlipShare software to enable easy organizing, editing, and seamless uploading to Facebook Video, MySpace, YouTube and other video sharing sites. More information about Flip Video products can be found at www.theflip.com.au

Flip Video Awards

Flip MinoHD has already won a number of awards in ANZ including PC World Editor’s Choice 2009, PC Authority Recommended 2009, PC World Platinum Award 2009, Netguide Editor’s Choice 2009.

About Cisco

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide leader in networking that transforms how people connect, communicate and collaborate. This year celebrates 25 years of technology innovation, operational excellence and corporate social responsibility. Cisco’s vision for the consumer is to enable people to live a connected life that is more personal, more social, and more visual. Further information about Cisco and its full line of consumer products can be found at www.theflip.com.au, www.linksysbycisco.com.anz, and www.cisco.com/consumer.

April 21^th, 2010 – Fruit Ninja has stealthily killed its way to the App Store, and is now available worldwide for a juice-inducing price of 99 cents!

Swipe your finger across the screen to deliciously slash and splatter fruit like a true ninja warrior. Be careful of bombs – they are explosive to the touch and will put a swift end to your juicy adventure!

“Violent and visceral combat. It’s you versus a watermelon,” says Luke Muscat, lead designer. “Who hasn’t wanted to attack a melon with a sword just to see it explode? We’ve captured the awesome feeling of splatty squishiness, and thanks to the hands-on touch controls of the iPhone, you really feel satisfied with the sweet, juicy carnage on the screen!”

Fruit Ninja also uses OpenFeint, so players can unlock achievements and shoot for the top of the global leaderboards while racking up OpenFeint points. Your success will also please the wise ninja Sensei, who will accompany your journey with wise words and fun fruit facts.

But what’s next for Fruit Ninja? Over the coming weeks and months, the development team will be adding new modes, new fruit, new functionality and new ninja goodness – all free of charge. We have established a great game with today’s release and will only be expanding more and more and gamers worldwide get their hungry hands on the action.

Step up, wield your katana and enjoy the messiest and most satisfying fruit game ever!

www.fruitninja.com

Trailer

Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6hUTC1Edyo

App Store

http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/fruit-ninja/id362949845?mt=8

About Halfbrick

Halfbrick is a professional game development studio based in Brisbane, Australia. Founded in 2001, it has developed popular titles for the Game Boy Advance, PSP, PlayStation 2 and Nintendo DS, with expansion into XBLA, PS3 and iPhone development. For further information, please visit www.halfbrick.com and follow on Twitter, Youtube and Facebook!

Portable Audio for Your Laptop: Logitech Announces Speaker

Designed for Netbooks and Laptops

Logitech Laptop Speaker Z205 Delivers Big Sound for Small Computers

SYDNEY, Aust., — April 21, 2010 — Laptop and netbook computers are portable and powerful enough to do everything you love such as enjoying music, movies and video calls. But as computers have gotten smaller, audio quality has often been sacrificed. To enhance the audio quality of your favorite tunes and movies, today Logitech Australia announced the Logitech® Laptop Speaker Z205 — a lightweight speaker with an easy-to-attach clip-on design that lets you pump up the volume wherever you take your laptop.

“While people love the portability of their laptop computer, they are often missing out on the immersive listening experience that external speakers provide,” said Mark Schneider, vice president and general manager of Logitech’s audio business unit. “When designing the Logitech Laptop Speaker Z205, we wanted to help people get better audio while enjoying their favorite shows or music without sacrificing portability. The Laptop Speaker Z205 is tiny enough to toss in your bag, but delivers big sound.”

Whether you use a Mac® or a Windows®-based laptop or a netbook, the Logitech Laptop Speaker Z205 securely attaches to the top of most laptop screens. The Laptop Speaker Z205 is also small — approximately 3cm thick and 6cm  tall — which means you’ll always be able to take it with you. And the included carrying case protects your speaker while inside your briefcase or backpack.

Now, when you’re watching your favorite show, listening to the radio, or making a video call, you’ll enjoy rich, full stereo sound thanks to two high-performance drivers, a built-in amplifier and an acoustically tuned enclosure. And you can easily adjust the volume as well as turn the speaker on and off using the buttons located on the top of the speaker. The included USB cable is all you need for power and audio — there’s no need for an external power supply — so simply plug the Z205 into your computer and start enjoying your entertainment.

Pricing and Availability

The Logitech Laptop Speaker Z205 will be available in Australia from the end of May for a suggested retail price of AUD $69.95 inc GST .

About Logitech

Logitech is a world leader in personal peripherals, driving innovation in PC navigation, Internet communications, digital music, home-entertainment control, gaming and wireless devices. Founded in 1981, Logitech International is a Swiss public company listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (LOGN) and on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (LOGI).