In the terrifying tradition of Final Destination, Eliza Dushku stars in this horror film about a centuries old curse with a murderous intent.

A group of young surfers come into possession of an ancient board game made from the flesh, bones and soul of a vengeful witch executed during the Spanish Inquisition. At a wild party one night, they decide to test the mysterious artefact and one after another they start dying under strange circumstances.

Experience twice the terror with the Open Graves Blu-ray double. The Blu-ray double edition includes an additional bonus horror film 100 Feet, starring Famke Jansen. Both DVD and Blu-ray are available from May 28, 2010.

From acclaimed director Niki Caro (Whale Rider) and based on Elizabeth Knox’s award winning novel, The Vintner’s Luck is the passionate tale of Sobran Jodeau (Jérémie Renier, Atonement), a peasant winemaker and his life-long pursuit of the perfect vintage.

1808, France – young Sobran’s luck is irreversibly changed when he encounters Xas, an angel whom he strikes up an unlikely but enduring friendship. Driven by what he thinks is divine inspiration, Sobran’s wines start to win favour and he strikes up a partnership with the proudly independent Baroness Aurora de Valday (Vera Farmiga). As life goes on, Xas guides Sobran to create a wine that will be a culmination of all of life’s pleasures and pain.

From the makers of Hero and House Of Flying Daggers comes a spectacular war epic set in ancient China, starring Kelly Chen and in the tradition of Red Cliff.

Young Empress Fei (Kelly Chen) is forced onto the throne when her father is brutally killed in battle. The power struggle grows as rivals fight to govern the kingdom and Fei’s life is in peril, despite sworn protection from her loyal General Muyong (Donnie Yen). When the mysterious Quan (Leon Lai) prevents an attempt on her life and offers her an escape, she must choose between following her heart, or staying to defend her kingdom

 Westwell launches Olin wireless device charger range

Simple & convenient wireless charging for Nintendo DS Lite and Apple iPhone 3G

Sydney, AUSTRALIA – 15 March 2010 – Westwell today announced a new range of Olin wireless chargers for the Nintendo DS Lite and the Apple iPhone 3G and 3GS, to simplify charging electronic handheld devices. 

Users simply sit their Nintendo DS Lite and Apple iPhone 3G or 3GS onto the charging pad and the device will charge fully in the same time as required by the device’s standard charger.

The Olin wireless chargers are designed for safety, with over/under voltage protection, short circuit protection and overcharge protection.

Michelle Jin, Executive Director for Westwell, said, “The Olin wireless charger range is designed to add simplicity to people’s lives, to enable users to live now.  Wireless chargers mean you no longer have to hunt for the right charger, you don’t have the tangle of wires, or the worry of a power surge damaging your device.  Simply drop your device onto the charging pad and leave it! 

“The establishment of a universal wireless charging industry standard means the current range will soon be compatible with other electronic devices using the internationally accepted wireless charging standard, Qi, so you can use the same charging pad for multiple items.  We will start to see this technology available for consumers at home, in the office, in the car, at restaurants and cafes, airports and hotels.”

Technical specifications

Olin Wireless Charger for Nintendo DS Lite

• Operating Temperature: 0-35°C
• Power Adaptor: Input: 220-240V, 0.5A
                         Output: 13V, MAX 1A
• Standby Power: 0.5W
• Charging Plate: Input: 13V, 0.35-0.4A
• Standby Power: 0.5W
• Dimension(mm): Diameter-169, Depth-21
• Charging Adaptor: Output: 5-5.4V, 450-500mA
• Charging threshold current: 50-70mA
• Dimension(mm): sleeve WxDxH-142x80x29
                          Charging pad: WxDxH 169x169x21

Olin Wireless Charger for Apple iPhone 3G and 3GS

• Operating Temperature: 0-35°C
• Power Adaptor: Input: 220-240V, 0.5A
                         Output: 13V, MAX 1A
• Standby Power: 0.5W
• Charging Plate: Input: 13V, 0.35-0.4A
• Standby Power: 0.5W
• Charging Adaptor: Output: 5.2V, 450A
• Charging threshold current: 310-320mA
• Dimension(mm): sleeve WxDxH 125x65x15
                           Charging pad WxDxH 156x141x18

Price and availability

The Olin Wireless Charger OWC-NDS for the Nintendo DS Lite is available in Australia now for RRP $99 including GST.

The Olin Wireless Charger OWC-IP for the Apple iPhone 3G and 3GS is available in Australia now for RRP $149 including GST.

About Westwell
Westwell Australia was established in Australia and New Zealand in 2004 and specialises in the distribution of technologically advanced, high quality consumer electronics and computer peripheral products in the Digital Lifestyle category.  Westwell partners with several world leading digital lifestyle vendors to bring high-quality, low cost products to the Australian Consumer Electronics (CE) marketplace. Westwell is the exclusive Australian distributor for Azentek.  In addition to the distribution business, Westwell has spent several years developing its own brand of products under the Olin name. Developed specifically for the Australian market, the Olin range of consumer electronics products provides the latest cutting edge technology at cost effective prices.  Westwell Australia is a subsidiary of Sumpo Group PTY LTD in Fujian, China.  For more information, visit www.westwell.com.au.

AUSTRALIA – March 15, 2010 – Today Ubisoft announced that it will bring the critically acclaimed Might & Magic Clash of Heroes to the Playstation^® Network (PSN) from Sony and Xbox LIVE Arcade (XBLA) from Microsoft.  Developed by Capybara Games, the creators of Might & Magic Clash of Heroes for the Nintendo DS ™ system, Might and Magic Clash of Heroes XBLA/PSN will give players the opportunity to enjoy the remarkable gameplay now in high definition (HD). 

“We’re very excited to bring Might & Magic Clash of Heroes to PSN and XBLA,” said Senior Producer, Romain de Waubert de Genlis.  “Not only have we had the chance to adapt all of our graphics to High-Definition, but we’ve also had the opportunity to improve the game even further, both in single-player battles and in the main campaign. We took many of the community’s recurring wishes into consideration, allowing players to match their strategic skills and taking full advantage of the online capabilities of PSN and XBLA.” 

Might and Magic Clash of Heroes XBLA/PSN will take advantage of the next-gen console’s capabilities to increase its visual appeal and enrich the multiplayer experience. With a unique mix of RPG and an exceptional puzzle battle system. This upcoming release will give Might & Magic fans something to look forward to this Summer 2010. 

Key features include:

• Rich Might & Magic Universe
• High-definition  environments with manga art design
• Five different factions and five different heroes with five different stories
• Fresh turn-based puzzle battle system with offensive & defensive combos
• Unlockable heroes
• Online Level-up & Ranking          
• Multiplayer mode for 2-4 players local and online. 

For the latest information on Might & Magic Clash of Heroes, please visit: http://mightandmagic.com/clashofheroes/

To view the Trailers:

XBLA Trailer:  http://videos.uk.ubi.com/index.php?video=dtotci0h 

PSN Trailer:  http://videos.uk.ubi.com/index.php?video=oj75rdk1 

About Ubisoft

Ubisoft is a leading producer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment products worldwide and has grown considerably through a strong and diversified line-up of products and partnerships. Ubisoft has offices in 28 countries and sales in 55 countries around the globe. It is committed to delivering high-quality, cutting-edge video game titles to consumers. Ubisoft generated sales of €1 058 million for the 2008-09 fiscal year. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.

Targus for Mac^® now available in David Jones  

Sydney,15 March 2010 – Targus has launched its popular Targus for Mac accessories into David Jones department stores around Australia. The suite of six products – which includes a Wireless Mouse, Bluetooth^® Laser Mouse, Bluetooth Presenter, USB Hub, Chill Mat^™ and File Share Cable – are being stocked in the dedicated Mac section of 27 David Jones stores from this month. 

“Targus for Mac offers our customers an alternative when it comes to Mac accessories, and they can feel safe by buying products from a reputable brand,” said David Jones Senior Buyer, Tevfik Tevfik. “There is a demand for computing accessories and we are introducing products that meet this demand and improve the overall computing experience.” 

The Targus for Mac range has been popular with Australian users because the products offer plenty of features and personalisation options. 

To View: http://redsteelgame.uk.ubi.com/red-steel-2/

SYDNEY, 12^th March 2010– SouthPeak Games in partnership with NAMCO BANDAI Partners Australia New Zealand has climbed inside its videogame time machine – alongside Atlus U.S.A., Inc. – to bring the highly anticipated 80s retro revival 3D Dot Game Heroes™ to Australian PlayStation®3 (PS3™) computer entertainment systems in May 2010, in line with the worldwide release.

Oozing with 8-bit goodness, 3D Dot Game Heroes sees players transported back to the golden age of gaming, a glorious era before gruff balding space marines and harrowing shoot outs in airports. Instead 3D Dot Game Heroes sees you questing through the lush kingdom of Dotnia, slaying monsters with your trusty blade, seeking treasure in dungeons and bopping your head to catchy retro-inspired chip tunes.

“I am delighted to be working with Atlus to publish 3D Dot Game Heroes and we have very high expectations for this exciting and unique title,” said Jonathan Hales, managing director EMEAA, SouthPeak Games. “We’ve been following the progress of the game since it was announced in Japan and are thrilled to have secured the title for Europe.”

“SouthPeak Games is the perfect publisher for 3D Dot Game Heroes,” stated Tim Pivnicny, vice president of sales and marketing at Atlus.  “They share our enthusiasm for 3D Dot‘s unique charm and retro appeal, and will work hard to get the game into as many eager gamers’ hands as possible.  They also recognise the frustration of many Australian gamers to not get exciting releases until months after other regions, which is why we’re working closely together to deliver a simultaneous launch worldwide.”

For more information about 3D Dot Game Heroes, please visit www.southpeakgames.eu

About 3D Dot Game Heroes

A long, long time ago, the Dark King Onyx brought an age of darkness upon Dotnia Kingdom. Only by the bravery of a hero with a legendary sword was Onyx sealed in an orb, restoring peace to the world. But Fuelle, a powerful Dark Bishop, has stolen the orb, and with it, peace. Dotnia requires a hero once more! Can you live up to the legend?

Key Features

• Ultimate retro love letter – Seamlessly fusing new and old, the golden era of gaming is felt in every detail of this lovingly-crafted adventure. Eye-popping visuals capture the nostalgic charm of pixel graphics in cutting edge 3D. Simple, but deep action-adventure gameplay is a throwback to the 8-bit era. Veterans will find references and jokes that pay homage to the great games of yore.
• Awe and adventure live again – Embark on the next generation of classic exploration and discovery in a grand story-based quest. A hero sets out to gain the power of the six sages and the six orbs that protected the kingdom of Dotnia, which now stands on the verge of destruction.

Customise your hero – When pixels are your building blocks, the possibilities are unlimited. Freely edit the look of your character, or design one completely from scratch, and then trade designs with friends via a compatible USB storage device. Your hero’s blade is also upgradeable, letting you add length and width to create a sword that fills the whole screen!

We are pleased to confirm that Sonic Classic Collection™ is now in stores. For the first time ever, the original games from legendary gaming icon Sonic The Hedgehog™ – Sonic The Hedgehog, Sonic The Hedgehog 2, Sonic The Hedgehog 3 and Sonic & Knuckles – will be playable on the Nintendo DS™!

Also available is the Sonic Classic Collection™ special limited edition of the game. Presented in an elegant tin box, the limited edition also includes an exclusive Sonic figurine and 5 collector’s pieces of artwork.

Sonic Classic Collection allows fans both old and new to speed through the much loved zones of the four original Mega Drive adventures, in a bid to collect the chaos emeralds and save the world.  Optimised to take full advantage of the Nintendo DS system, Sonic Classic Collection will feature a new save anywhere feature, a first in this original series, meaning that the games can be enjoyed anywhere, anytime!

Transformers: War for Cybertron challenges players to become the ultimate weapon as a TRANSFORMERS character in the final, epic war that will determine the survival of their entire race.  Armed with a diverse arsenal of lethal, high-tech weaponry and the ability to instantly convert from robot to vehicle at any time, players will engage in heart-pounding battles on land and in the air in this gripping, 3^rd person action shooter set in the TRANSFORMERS’ war-ravaged homeland.  

Complete with several multiplayer modes, Transformers: War for Cybertron allows gamers to play through story missions with their friends in drop in/drop out online co-op and compete in blistering head-to-head multiplayer modes.

 KEY FEATURES: 

• Become the Ultimate Weapon for Survival – Gamers can instantly convert from robot to vehicle form with the push of a single button, anytime and anywhere, allowing players to strategically demolish their enemies through a diverse variety of gameplay environments. 
• Take the Epic War Online – For the first time in a TRANSFORMERS game, fans can play through each adrenaline-fueled campaign, as AUTOBOTS or DECEPTICONS, with friends around the world in drop-in/drop-out online co-operative play, and compete against one another in a bevy of intense multiplayer game modes.   
• Experience the Legendary Conflict from the Beginning – Developed in close collaboration with Hasbro, the storyline introduces entirely re-imagined visualisations of everyone’s favorite characters that comprise an original contribution to the official TRANSFORMERS canon.  Players will embark on the epic journey through the most pivotal moments of the final war for the TRANSFORMERS’ home planet of Cybertron.