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     <title>The All New Buick Regal is European bred premium sports sedan that throws expectations a curve</title>
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     <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:17:19 EST</pubDate>
     <description><![CDATA[The All New Buick Regal is European bred premium sports sedan that throws expectations a curve. Its beautifully sculpted aerodynamic style delivers look you&#39;d expect in a sports car, yet its a five pa...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The All New Buick Regal is European bred premium sports sedan that throws expectations a curve. Its beautifully sculpted aerodynamic style delivers look you&#39;d expect in a sports car, yet its a five passenger sport sedan. </p><p>At the heart of the New Buick Regal CXL Turbo is a 2.0L ECOTEC&#174; DOHC Variable Valve Timing (VVT) intercooled turbocharged engine with direct cylinder fuel injection. With 220 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, its dual-scroll turbo technology generates nearly instantaneous acceleration.</p><p>Regal CXL Turbo&#39;s available class-exclusive Interactive Drive Control System offers two selectable modes that adjust suspension, steering, throttle, transmission and stability systems in real time to personalize your driving experience. It continuously adjusts handling, while four-channel anti-lock braking, traction control and StabiliTrak stability control speak to each other to optimize Regal&#39;s response to every inch of the road.</p><p>Engage the Interactive Drive Control and your ride suddenly becomes dynamic and highly responsive. It optimizes Regal&#39;s stability at high speeds for spirited driving, re-calibrates the suspension and steering response for tight curves and increases the powertrain&#39;s reaction to the accelerator and Driver Shift Control tap shifting.</p><p>Regal packs a lot of entertainment power as well. With an available Harman Kardon 320-watt, nine-speaker premium sound system, your ears will be in for quite a ride.</p><p>Every speaker is positioned to optimize Regal&#39;s unique acoustical environment.</p><p>And what good is performance if you can&#39;t share it with friends That&#39;s why we gave Regal plenty of room for five with leather-appointed French-seam stitched seats throughout and heated ones up front.</p><p>Buick said, &#39;The idea was to push Regal as far as it would go. We never stopped. The adrenaline-surging Regal GS concept is proof that Regal CXL and Regal CXL Turbo    aren&#39;t simply the end of the Buick performance story. But rather, just the beginning. Watch out. The future is coming fast.&#39;</p><p>The All New Buick Regal is just the right vehicle at the right time for South Florida. Buick could not have timed its launch better, many South Floridians  are coming back to domestic cars because of the great vehicles that they have been offering in the past few years and we think the New Buick Regal will be the biggest hit yet!</p><p>Leading the South Eastern U.S. market with Buick, Pontiac and GMC sales, Sheehan has set a goal to lead the country in Buick and GMC sales, and based upon their track record of sales volume and trophy case full of Jack Smith performance awards, their goal is well within reach. South Florida and Sheehan may be a perfect combination for Buick and their lineup of world class luxury vehicles.</p><p>&mdash; WebWireID114014 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=AUT">Automotive</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=HOU">Household / Consumer / Cosmetics</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/bqGGdivUi40" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>Announcing 'Retail Goes Mobile: Finding New Consumer Connections through Mobile Devices,' Free Webinar Hosted by Placecast</title>
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     <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:13:08 EST</pubDate>
     <description><![CDATA[Free registration now available at http://www.placecastwebinar.com/ -   -   -  (SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.) &#8211; March 11, 2010 &#8211; National Retail Federation RACie Award-winning firm Placecast today announced they a...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Free registration now available at <a href="http://www.placecastwebinar.com/" target="_blank">http://www.placecastwebinar.com/</a></p><p><br />(SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.) &#8211; March 11, 2010 &#8211; National Retail Federation RACie Award-winning firm Placecast today announced they are hosting a webinar entitled &#39;Retail Goes Mobile: Finding New Consumer Connections Through Mobile Devices.&#39; The webinar, presented by Kathryn Koegel, President of Primary Impact Research, focuses on the latest research on mobile marketing within the retail sector. The webinar is open to the public and will take place on March 18th at 9 am PT/12 noon ET. The Placecast-hosted event is aimed at further educating retailers on how to drive in-store foot traffic and sales through mobile marketing. </p><p>&#39;Mobile phones now have consumer penetration rates that surpass the Internet &#8211; the media force that revolutionized retail behavior in the last decade,&#39; says Koegel.  &#39;Marketers need to grasp the implications of &#39;go-anywhere media,&#39; which is what mobile phones represent. Consumers are using their phones to do everything from research products to check competitor retail pricing &#8211; even from within store locations,&#39; continued Koegel.  &#39;New techniques have been developed that enable retailers to use location to increase the relevance of marketing communications.  But this is also the most permission-based of all marketing disciplines, and marketers need to learn mobile best practices to ensure ongoing consumer engagement.&#39;</p><p>&#39;Retail Goes Mobile: Finding New Consumer Connections through Mobile Devices&#39; will cover:</p><p>&#8226;	Consumer Purchase Behavior Trends <br />&#8226;	Media Consumption Changes: The growing shift from print to digital media with wireless access <br />&#8226;	The Mobile Device Revolution:  Is it a smartphone or a multi-media device? <br />&#8226;	Reaching Key Demographics Through Mobile <br />&#8226;	The Implication of Anywhere Media Driving Retail Results through Location- based Mobile Tactics </p><p>Kathryn Koegel is a noted expert in digital marketing, and has created work accepted and published by The ARF and ESOMAR. Her company, Primary Impact Research, focuses on data insight development for agencies and marketers. She is currently at work on a whitepaper called The State of Mobile Marketing: Benchmarks &#38; Best Practices, which will be published in May.</p><p>1020 Placecast is the first location-based platform designed to use digital marketing to drive consumers into physical environments. The company recently won a 2010 National Retail Federation Racie Award for their ShopAlerts service. The award was given at the 2010 Retail Advertising Marketing Association (RAMA) Conference in San Francisco this month. The Company won Gold in the mobile/apps category over leading brands such as JCPenney, Toys&#39;R&#39;Us and Meijer.</p><p>&#39;Retailers are constantly looking for ways to leverage the unprecedented access they have through an always-on device,&#39; said Alistair Goodman, CEO of Placecast. &#39;We are excited to host Kathryn as she shares valuable perspectives on how marketers can increase brand loyalty and sales with innovative mobile solutions.&#39; </p><p>The webinar will take place on March 18th at 12noon ET/9 am PT. Learn more at <a href="http://www.placecastwebinar.com/" target="_blank">http://www.placecastwebinar.com/</a></p><p>About 1020 Placecast, Inc.</p><p>1020, Inc.is the developer and owner of Placecast, the first location-based platform specifically designed to use digital marketing on mobile to drive consumers into physical environments. </p><p>1020&#39;s groundbreaking Placecast service recently earned the company the OnMedia Top 100 Award, given to game-changing companies in the marketing, branding, advertising, and PR industries. Current partners include NAVTEQ and Alcatel-Lucent, and marketers include FedExOffice, Avis and Budget Rental Cars and Hyatt Hotels. 1020 is funded by ONSET Ventures, Quatrex Capital, and Voyager Capital. <br /></p><p>&mdash; WebWireID114006 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=ADV">Advertising / Marketing</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=ECM">Electronic / Internet Commerce</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=MEN">Mobile Communications</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=MLM">Multimedia / Online / Internet</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/Shqc3oi672Y" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>Redbeacon Announces Partnership with BigTent to Help Parents Find Local Services</title>
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     <pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:00:51 EST</pubDate>
     <description><![CDATA[&#39;BigTent members can access Redbeacon directly from BigTent Groups&#39; -   -  SAN MATEO, Calif.-March 10, 2010&#8212;Redbeacon, a website allowing consumers to receive price quotes and book appointments for virtua...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>&#39;BigTent members can access Redbeacon directly from BigTent Groups&#39;</p><p>SAN MATEO, Calif.-March 10, 2010&#8212;Redbeacon, a website allowing consumers to receive price quotes and book appointments for virtually any local service, announced today a strategic partnership with BigTent, the leading platform for trusted parenting groups.  </p><p>BigTent members will now be able to initiate local service requests, such as for house painters, dog walkers, and plumbers directly from within their groups on BigTent.  The cobranded experience will be powered by Redbeacon and will include the ability for BigTent members to share endorsements for specific service professionals with fellow members of their BigTent group.</p><p>&#39;Online communities, such as parents groups powered by BigTent, are a natural place to turn in the search for high quality local service professionals, which is what makes this such a powerful partnership&#39; said Ethan Anderson, Cofounder of Redbeacon.  &#39;We think this partnership will allow Redbeacon to reach the critical Moms demographic responsible for taking care of so many household and family service needs.&#39;</p><p>&#39;From PTAs to parenting groups, our members are already organically sharing recommendations, resources and advice about local services with their most trusted groups.  Our partnership with Redbeacon provides a whole new way to leverage these trusted recommendations and saves our members time and energy.  We&#39;re thrilled to provide this added service to our groups&#39; said Laney Whitcanack, Cofounder and COO of BigTent.  </p><p>Initially, the partnership will be limited to a trial with 100 of BigTent&#39;s San Francisco Bay Area groups.   If the trial is successful, the offering may be rolled out more broadly to thousands of BigTent Groups throughout the country.</p><p>About Redbeacon:	<br />Redbeacon is a revolutionary new approach to finding local services through the Internet. At <a href="http://www.redbeacon.com" target="_blank">www.redbeacon.com</a>, consumers request everyday services and receive price quotes from qualified local service professionals. After comparing price quotes, business profiles, credentials, ratings and reviews, consumers schedule appointments online with the service professional they like best. The product was created by three seasoned Internet veterans from Google, Ethan Anderson, Yaron Binur and Aaron Lee, who saw the need to improve online local search. Redbeacon launched at the prestigious TechCrunch50 Conference, where it took the top prize. Redbeacon opened its doors to consumers to request services in the Bay Area on October 14, 2009.</p><p>About BigTent:<br />BigTent is where trusted groups connect online. The platform for family-friendly organizations strengthens group involvement and simplifies group management. By combining the best of today&#39;s social networking features with group management tools, BigTent helps real-world communities share, communicate and organize online and in-person. Free to members and groups, BigTent is supported by sponsorships, value added services and engagement marketing programs. Founded in 2006, the company is headquartered in San Francisco and currently hosts parents groups, PTAs, schools, neighborhood groups, scouting troops, hobby clubs, professional and alumni associations, and other community groups nationwide. For more information about BigTent, please visit: <a href="http://www.bigtent.com" target="_blank">www.bigtent.com</a>.<br /></p><p>&mdash; WebWireID113990 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=ECM">Electronic / Internet Commerce</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=HOU">Household / Consumer / Cosmetics</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=ITE">Internet Technology</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=PES">Personal Services</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/auGj-cTCuPA" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>Hotter Comfort Concept is preparing itself for a surge</title>
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     <pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:09:28 EST</pubDate>
     <description><![CDATA[Hotter Comfort Concept is preparing itself for a surge in requests for the UK&#39;s most comfortable and stylish shoes, following the recent launch of its new TV campaign. -   -  The nationwide TV campaign wh...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hotter Comfort Concept is preparing itself for a surge in requests for the UK&#39;s most comfortable and stylish shoes, following the recent launch of its new TV campaign.</p><p>The nationwide TV campaign which is currently on air for a two month period, takes its inspiration from the thousands of customers who have told the company about their own Hotter moment and memories of wearing a Hotter shoe for the first time. </p><p>Hotter prides itself on the technology of each and every shoe that it produces and the secret to its success is the hundreds of air bubbles injected into every Hotter shoe sole- creating the feeling of walking on air. Hotter believes that the first time you try on a Hotter shoe you have a Hotter Moment as you experience how comfortable and spacious the shoes are.</p><p>Featuring new designs for this season including Etna, Starshine, Charleston,, Paradise and Sunberry, the new TV commercial will be broadcast on Channel 4, GMTV, Gold, Living, Food &#38; Drink and Fiver. The commercial will also be streamed on the Hotter website.</p><p>Melanie Killilea, Hotter Comfort Concept PR manager commented: &#34;Once you&#39;ve had what we call a Hotter Moment, you&#39;ll understand the true meaning of a pair of comfy shoes. Every shoe that we make is created with precision and care, we&#39;re passionate about feet and even more passionate about ensuring feet are as comfortable and well looked after as possible. We&#39;re really excited about the new TV commercial and we&#39;re confident that it will resonate with new and existing Hotter fans everywhere.&#34;</p><p>To keep the nation&#39;s feet on the move Hotter has encouraged fans to share different walking routes around the country with others. These can be uploaded on the Facebook and Twitter pages or sent straight though to the Hotter team where they&#39;ll be added to Hotter&#39;s selection of Great British Walks.</p><p>ENDS</p><p>Notes to Editor:</p><p>About Hotter Comfort Concept:<br />Hotter Comfort Concept targets the active over fifties market where thousands of shoe shoppers are indulging their feet in the hidden comfort of Hotter shoes - designed, manufactured, packed and shipped from the Lancashire factory.</p><p>Hotter manufactures more than 1.3 million pairs of shoes every year - more than any other shoe maker in the country.</p><p>Secret comfort features are hidden in every Hotter shoe guaranteeing the utmost comfort. Hotter has a dedicated team of designers working to create a collection of casual, sporty and formal mens shoes and womens shoes, as well as men&#39;s and Womens Boots which are perfect for matching with any outfit.</p><p>For more information please contact<br />Melanie Killilea<br />PR Manager<br />Hotter shoes<br />2 Peel Road<br />Skelmersdale<br />Lancashire<br />WN8 9PT<br />01695 712720</p><p>&mdash; WebWireID113981 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=FAS">Fashion / Appeal</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/lnP0B0A-F7M" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>Kimberly-Clark Introduces Kleenex Hand Towels</title>
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     <pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:31:28 EST</pubDate>
     <description><![CDATA[Innovative Solution Offers Convenient, Hygienic Alternative to Cloth Bathroom Hand Towels -   -  DALLAS - Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE:KMB) today announced the national launch of Kleenex Hand Towels -...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Innovative Solution Offers Convenient, Hygienic Alternative to Cloth Bathroom Hand Towels</p><p>DALLAS - Kimberly-Clark Corporation (<a href="http://finance.google.com/finance?q=KMB" target="_blank">NYSE:KMB</a>) today announced the national launch of Kleenex Hand Towels - an innovative solution that delivers one clean, fresh, dry towel every time consumers wash their hands in the home bathroom. The single-use, disposable bathroom hand towel from the Kleenex brand provides consumers a unique new product that addresses consumers&#39; growing concern with hand hygiene and is a means to help maintain their families&#39; health and wellness.</p><p>In the U.S. alone, people dry their hands on cloth bathroom towels approximately 200 billion times per year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for hand washing recommends hand drying with a single-use towel, but consumers have not had a practical alternative to traditional cloth hand towels in their home bathrooms - until now.</p><p>Kleenex Hand Towels are designed to address this unmet need. The product&#39;s unique, Cottony-Soft base sheet is free of inks, dyes and fragrances and highly absorbent - drying hands effectively, with enough capacity in the brand&#39;s proprietary, absorbent Dry-Touch fibers for secondary quick clean-ups around the bathroom sink. Kleenex Hand Towels&#39; flexible packaging complements bathroom décor and space limitations, allowing the product to be placed on a towel bar or countertop. The Pop-Up delivery system always keeps one clean, fresh, dry towel conveniently at hand.</p><p>&#34;Consumers know that even after they are washed, hands are only as clean as the towel used to dry them,&#34; said Gordon Knapp, president, Kimberly-Clark North Atlantic Family Care. &#34;Kleenex Hand Towels are a first-of-its-kind solution that leverages K-C&#39;s and the Kleenex brand&#39;s strengths in translating consumer insights into product design and technology to offer a real alternative to less hygienic, shared bathroom cloth hand towels.</p><p>&#34;The Kleenex brand created the facial tissue category more than 80 years ago by offering consumers a replacement for cloth handkerchiefs. Building on that legacy the brand is now delivering an alternative solution to cloth bathroom hand towels with Kleenex Hand Towels. This new solution represents genuine innovation and a solid growth opportunity for the brand, K-C and our retail customers.&#34;</p><p>Kleenex Hand Towels performed well in preliminary testing with consumers. Approximately two-thirds said they would use Kleenex Hand Towels as a substitute for cloth towels, and more than 90 percent reacted favorably to how the product and package design looked in their bathrooms.</p><p>&#34;Based on early consumer feedback, we believe Kleenex Hand Towels will receive a positive reception from moms who are germ conscious, appreciate the convenience of disposable paper products, and make a clean and orderly bathroom a top cleaning priority,&#34; said Ann Vanevenhoven, Kleenex senior brand manager.</p><p>&#34;In January, we tested consumer reception of the new Kleenex brand product by debuting it on the QVC shopping channel. During its first seven minutes of being on-air, we sold approximately 3,000 cases of Kleenex Hand Towels. A second airing yielded an additional 4,200 cases. By the time we complete this program we anticipate a total of 14,800 cases being sold on the QVC channel,&#34; said Vanevenhoven.</p><p>K-C plans to raise national consumer awareness and trial of the new Kleenex Hand Towels this Spring with an integrated marketing program that includes print and TV advertising, direct-to-consumer online communications and blogging outreach, sampling, FSIs, experiential marketing and public relations activities.</p><p>Kleenex Hand Towels will be widely available at major U.S. retail locations in March at a suggested manufacturer&#39;s retail price of approximately $3.00 for a box of 60 towels.</p><p>About the Kleenex Brand</p><p>The world&#39;s first and America&#39;s best-selling facial tissue, the Kleenex brand is recognized by families in more than 150 countries. Invented in 1924, Kleenex brand facial tissues were initially marketed as a sanitary way to remove cold cream and makeup. Once advertising was shifted to emphasize the product&#39;s use as a disposable handkerchief, however, sales soared. Always the innovative leader, Kleenex brand facial tissue has met the unmet needs of consumers for more than 80 years with products that provide the essential and uplifting touch that makes life better.</p><p>About Kimberly-Clark</p><p>Kimberly-Clark and its well known global brands are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 150 countries. Every day, 1.3 billion people - nearly a quarter of the world&#39;s population - trust K-C brands and the solutions they provide to enhance their health, hygiene and well-being. With brands such as Kleenex, Scott, Huggies, Pull-Ups, Kotex and Depend, Kimberly-Clark holds the No.1 or No. 2 share position in more than 80 countries. To keep up with the latest K-C news and to learn more about the company&#39;s 138-year history of innovation, visit <a href="http://www.kimberly-clark.com" target="_blank">www.kimberly-clark.com</a>.</p><p>&mdash; WebWireID113973 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=HEA">Health Care / Hospitals</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=HOU">Household / Consumer / Cosmetics</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=PAP">Paper / Forest Products / Containers</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/bYtOJhWJmAQ" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>Dell Unleashes the World's Most Powerful 15.6-inch Mobile Workstation</title>
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     <pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:40:21 EST</pubDate>
     <description><![CDATA[* Only 15.6-inch mobile workstation offering the Intel&#174; Core&#8482; i7 processor Extreme edition and NVIDIA Quadro&#174; FX 1800M graphics solution -      * Certification On Applications From Key Independent Softw...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>* Only 15.6-inch mobile workstation offering the Intel&#174; Core&#8482; i7 processor Extreme edition and NVIDIA Quadro&#174; FX 1800M graphics solution<br />    * Certification On Applications From Key Independent Software Vendors, Helps Assure Compatibility and Optimized Performance<br />    * First 15.6-inch Mobile Workstation to Offer Optional SSD MiniCard for Additional High-performance Data Storage<br />    * Dell Precision T7500, T5500 and T3500 Tower Workstations to Be Among the First to Offer Intel&#174; Xeon&#174; 5600 (Westmere-EP) Processors</p><p>For those with the passion to discover, imagine and create the future, &#39;on-the-go&#39; access to workstation-class computing provides the freedom to work wherever inspiration strikes. This passion to create is why Dell continues to push the boundaries of workstation performance and mobility with the announcement today of the world&#39;s most powerful 15.6-inch mobile workstation&#8212;the Dell Precision M4500.</p><p>The Dell Precision M4500 joins Dell&#39;s family of mobile workstations, which includes the world&#39;s most powerful 17-inch mobile workstation available today, the Dell Precision M6500.</p><p>The new mobile workstation is designed to liberate creative professionals, designers, animators, engineers and research scientists from their desks. The M4500 also supports the missions of defense customers who require mobile workstation performance and security, including authentication and data encryption, when in the field.</p><p>Workstation Mobility Redefined: The Dell Precision M4500<br />The M4500 is the world&#39;s first 15.6-inch mobile workstation to offer an optional SSD MiniCard for additional high-performance data storage and user selectable thermal tables that keep systems cool and extend battery life when full power isn&#39;t needed. In addition to the M6500, the M4500 provides near instant access to e-mail, calendar, contacts, the Internet and virtual remote desktops, with a new technology called Dell Precision ON.</p><p>Other product highlights include:</p><p>    * Available with optional Intel&#174; Core&#8482; i7-920XM Quad Core processor Extreme Edition, Intel&#174; Core&#8482; i7 and Core&#8482; i5 processors linked with fast 1066MHz and 1333MHz memory for compute intensive and memory bandwidth sensitive applications;<br />    * Optional NVIDIA&#174; Quadro FX 1800M or Quadro FX 880M graphics with 1GB of dedicated memory for large models and models with high texture;<br />    * Optional HD+ sRGB LED 15.6-inch screen with 120 percent user selectable color gamut support;<br />    * Optional 3MP camera and Gobi 2.0 mobile broadband support with a multi-touch touchpad for greater user flexibility;<br />    * Enables easy portability with a starting weight of only 6.0 lbs¹; and,<br />    * Support for the 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Microsoft&#174; Windows&#174; 7, Windows Vista&#174;, Windows&#174; XP, along with Red Hat&#174; Linux&#174; 5.3 64-bit.</p><p>Like the Dell Precision M6500, the M4500 offers compatibility and optimized performance on key applications from leading Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) such as Adobe, Autodesk, Dassault Systèmes, PTC and Siemens PLM Software.</p><p>The Dell Precision M4500 mobile workstation will be available for order globally in the coming weeks. More details can be found at <a href="http://www.dell.com/precision" target="_blank">www.dell.com/precision</a>.</p><p>Compatibility for Ease of Use and Deployment<br />The M4500, as a part of the Dell E-Family product line, is compatible with E-Family accessories, including port replicators, notebook stands, display and monitor stands and external storage modules. In addition, the M4500 delivers comprehensive security options including Dell&#8482; ControlVault&#8482; security, FIPS fingerprint reader and a contactless smart card reader.</p><p>Dell Services offers a suite of highly customizable service and support solutions throughout the PC lifecycle including Dell ProSupport&#8482; and Dell ProManage&#8482;. Dell also offers a robust set of services for organizations looking to migrate to Windows 7. In addition, Dell offers flexible computing solutions, working with organizations to build a comprehensive solution for virtualization-infrastructure sizing, deployment and ongoing support.²</p><p>Dell Precision Tower Workstations to Adopt Intel&#174; Xeon&#174; 5600 Processors<br />As the technology demands of workstation professionals continue to evolve, customers are seeking standards-based solutions that enable greater flexibility, improved performance and the ability to help their business thrive. To this end, Dell also announced today that it plans to support the new Intel Xeon 5600 &#39;Westmere-EP&#39; series of processors on the three recently announced Dell Precision tower workstations. The new Intel Xeon 5600 processors are expected to be available on the Dell Precision T7500, T5500 and T3500 workstation to order in the coming weeks. More details can be found at <a href="http://www.dell.com/precision" target="_blank">www.dell.com/precision</a>.</p><p>Quotes<br />&#39;The Dell Precision M4500 establishes new heights for performance and mobility for a workstation,&#39; said Greg Weir, senior manager, Dell Precision workstations. &#39;This system provides the freedom to discover, create and imagine on your terms, wherever creativity takes you. Top that off with the assurance that you are backed by our robust &#39;eco system&#39; of ISV partners and our ability to deliver the application performance you need to be productive&#8230;now that&#39;s getting it done!&#39;</p><p>&#39;It is truly amazing the amount of power that has been packed into the new Dell Precision M4500 mobile workstation,&#39; said Dr. Jon Peddie president of Jon Peddie Research, a technically oriented marketing, research, and management consulting firm. &#39;With a high resolution screen, a super powerful processor and a choice of high-performance GPUs there&#39;s not much I can think of that you can&#39;t do with this machine.&#39;</p><p>About Dell<br />Dell (<a href="http://finance.google.com/finance?q=DELL" target="_blank">NASDAQ: DELL</a>) creates, enhances and integrates technology and services customers count on to provide them reliable, long-term value. Learn more at <a href="http://www.dell.com" target="_blank">www.dell.com</a>.</p><p>¹Weights vary depending on configuration and manufacturing variability.<br />²Availability and terms of Dell Services vary by region. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.dell.com/servicedescriptions" target="_blank">www.dell.com/servicedescriptions</a>.<br />Intel and Core are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.<br />Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Seven are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.<br />Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell disclaims any proprietary interest in the marks and names of others.</p><p>&mdash; WebWireID113949 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=HRD">Computer Hardware</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=CSE">Consumer Electronics</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=CPR">Electronics</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=OFP">Office Products</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/UbyI-UFofUU" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>Shopping behavior to change as a result of new marketplace realities</title>
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     <pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:26:29 EST</pubDate>
     <description><![CDATA[New report identifies shift in shopping behavior; need for retailers and suppliers to adapt to more conscious, practical consumerism -   -  NEW YORK &#8212; With new shopping behavior data and demographic trend...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>New report identifies shift in shopping behavior; need for retailers and suppliers to adapt to more conscious, practical consumerism</p><p>NEW YORK &#8212; With new shopping behavior data and demographic trends indicating that an enduring shift has taken place as a result of the recent economic downturn, retailers and suppliers will need to adapt to consumers&#39; new shopping behaviors to succeed in today&#39;s evolved marketplace and during the post-recession recovery, according to a new report from PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) and Retail Forward, a Kantar Retail company, entitled The New Consumer Behavior Paradigm: Permanent or Fleeting?</p><p>As outlined in the report, shoppers will be more deliberate and purposeful in their spending, as conspicuous consumption will give way to more conscious or practical consumerism. Rampant deal-seeking will be replaced by more purchase selectivity and the use of shopping techniques and tools discovered during the recession. Additionally, the affluent segment of Generation X and the young Generation Y will lead spending in the recovery.</p><p>&#39;The recession has tempered the rampant and excessive consumption, giving way to more mindful choices as shoppers increasingly seek out online and mobile coupons, comparison shopping sites, and loyalty and rewards programs,&#39; said Lisa Feigen Dugal, PricewaterhouseCoopers U.S. retail and consumer practice leader. &#39;As consumers become more invested with using these tools in their shopping experience, retailers will need to adapt their strategies to appeal to this new generation of consumers.&#39;</p><p>According to the report, retailers need to make promotion and savings-related information more easily accessible across all shopper touch points. Furthermore, the explosion of online resources and new mobile phone shopping apps has made it easier than ever for consumers to find a specific item. This makes it imperative for retailers and manufacturers to optimize their search engine and paid search vehicle activities.</p><p>Era of Pragmatic Consumption Remains<br />In assessing the new shopping environment, the report emphasizes that although shoppers will retain some of their recession-induced behaviors, the post-recession shopper will be characterized as purposeful, rather than panicked. Today&#39;s consumer will practice a more reasoned and rational trading down with deal-seeking behaviors like coupons and comparison shopping remaining post-recession.</p><p>As shoppers&#39; &#39;wants&#39; are steadily reintroduced into the equation, trading-down behavior related to the choice of retailer, product, or brand will lose some traction in the recovery. However, private label brands will remain a significant factor due to their increasingly higher quality and low cost since retailers don&#39;t have to advertise or promote them to the same degree as national brands.</p><p>Research findings included in The New Consumer Behavior Paradigm indicate that one-fifth of consumers will continue to forgo buying items that seem too expensive, resulting in a contraction for the luxury and gourmet foods markets. The emergence of a more thoughtful approach to spending on luxury and non-discretionary goods means shoppers will place a premium on goods that have qualities of timeliness, usefulness, and versatility.</p><p>&#39;Although we&#39;re starting to see signs of shoppers getting tired of trading down, they remain cognizant of today&#39;s economic realities and need to balance that with personal desires to reward themselves,&#39; said Mary Brett Whitfield, senior vice president at Kantar Retail. &#39;Retailers and suppliers can take advantage of this &#39;frugal fatigue&#39; and offer affordable do-it-yourself alternatives to pricier products. For example, an at-home substitute to an expensive spa treatment or restaurant-quality meal takeout options that replace dining out will resonate with consumers during the post-recession.&#39;</p><p>Generation X and Y to Fuel Post Recession Recovery<br />In the past two recessions, Baby Boomers quickly led the recovery. However, this group has been hit hard by the recession at a point in life when their financial commitments loom large and retirement is on the horizon. Marketers will need to look to the smaller Gen X generation and large Gen Y population to fuel growth in the initial stages of the post-recession recovery. Among Gen X, one segment that will have a meaningful positive impact on spending is &#34;up-market affluents&#34; given their life stage needs and above-average spending potential.</p><p>A higher proportion of Gen Y&#39;s income is discretionary as a result of fewer debts and a less-urgent need to accumulate wealth in the immediate term relative to older shoppers. Furthermore, as this generation is accustomed to instant gratification and demands the latest gadgets, spending on technology staples&#8211;like MP3 players and smart phones&#8211;will remain a priority and create unique opportunities for tech-oriented retailers.</p><p>Feigen Dugal added, &#39;Retailers and suppliers must realize that there will not be a wholesale return to previous shopping patterns and behaviors. To succeed during the recovery, they will need to recognize that some shopper segments will still be in a &#39;recession&#39; shopping mode. They must make sure consumer wants are aligned with the marketplace and turn more &#39;need to have&#39; desires into the &#39;must have&#39; needs of Gen X and Gen Y shoppers.&#34;</p><p>For more information and to download an electronic copy of The New Consumer Behavior Paradigm: Permanent or Fleeting?, visit <a href="http://www.pwc.com/us/retail" target="_blank">www.pwc.com/us/retail</a> or <a href="http://www.retailforward.com" target="_blank">www.retailforward.com</a>. </p><p>About PricewaterhouseCoopers<br />PricewaterhouseCoopers (<a href="http://www.pwc.com" target="_blank">www.pwc.com</a>) provides industry-focused assurance, tax and advisory services to build public trust and enhance value for its clients and their stakeholders. More than 163,000 people in 151 countries across our network share their thinking, experience and solutions to develop fresh perspectives and practical advice.</p><p>&#34;PricewaterhouseCoopers&#34; refers to PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP or, as the context requires, the PricewaterhouseCoopers global network or other member firms of the network, each of which is a separate and independent legal entity.</p><p>About Kantar Retail<br />Kantar Retail (<a href="http://www.kantarretail.com" target="_blank">www.kantarretail.com</a>) is a global retail insights and consulting business that works with clients to transform the behavior of consumers, shoppers and retailers. Kantar Retail serves the world&#39;s leading retailers and manufacturers and has offices in 15 markets around the globe. By combining the resources of Cannondale, Glendinning, MVI and Retail Forward, the company solves client issues from tactical to strategic and provides organizations with the skills and capabilities to act. Kantar Retail offers clients better internal alignment and project efficiency, from insight through strategy to activation, and across marketing through category management to sales. Kantar Retail is headquartered in London and is part of the Kantar Group of WPP.</p><p>&mdash; WebWireID113939 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=ADV">Advertising / Marketing</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=FAS">Fashion / Appeal</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=HOU">Household / Consumer / Cosmetics</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=LSS">Lifestyle / Society</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/uPtui_LudB0" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>TheHookahMonster.com Unleashes Its Online Hooka &amp; Shisha Store</title>
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     <pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:20:17 EST</pubDate>
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     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>TheHookahMonster.com, a new online flavored tobacco and hookah retailer, is scheduled to launch its e-commerce website within the next 10 days. &#39;No, we can&#39;t blow the biggest smoke rings, but we know our shisha and hookahs pretty well, and we&#39;re excited to get the word out on the new brands like Fantasia and Déjà Vu&#39; says Mario Ferrazano, marking director of the site.</p><p>Whether it&#39;s a small 1 hose junior hookah, or a gigantic, 4 hose rotating 36&#39; hookah for parties, TheHookahMonster.com has everything needed to smoke hookah in style. Keeping it simple, elegant, and easy to navigate, the site starts with 3 categories to begin a search &#8211; Hookahs, Shisha, and Accessories.</p><p>Hookahs are offered in 1,2,3 and 4 hose varieties, as well as small, large, and Egyptian style. Shisha brands offered are Fumari, Fantasia, Déjà vu, Al Fakher, Layalena, and Starbuzz in 50g, 100g, and 250g sizes, depending on the manufacturer.</p><p>Under Hooka Accessories, various shisha coals, including the easy lite and Japanese style, as well as Coco Nara are offered. Besides coals, other accessories such as tongs, ashtrays, hookah bowls, multi hose conversion kits, metal screens, foil, downstems, and replacement bases are for sale.</p><p>Although there isn&#39;t much to speak of yet, TheHookahmonster.com has a smoker&#39;s forum and an &#39;ask the expert &#8211; a.k.a. Doctor Hookah&#39; section where visitors can ask their burning (no pun intended) shisha questions.</p><p>&#39;We&#39;re not going to pretend as if there are other sites out there promoting hooka and shisha, but as smokers ourselves, we know how to smoke, what to smoke, and what not to smoke. We&#39;ve broken more pipes than you can count, and tried nearly all the flavors out there from the brands featured on the website,&#39; notes Mario Ferrazano.</p><p>Why was such a strange name chosen for the website? &#39;You wouldn&#39;t believe how many domain names have been taken, and we didn&#39;t want to step on anyone&#39;s toes. Besides, friends can tell friends they bought from The Hookah Monster and will probably get a good laugh out of the name &#8211; it&#39;s memorable!&#39; laughs Mario Ferrazano.</p><p>&mdash; WebWireID113921 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=ADV">Advertising / Marketing</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=ALC">Beer, Wine and Spirits</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=LSS">Lifestyle / Society</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/eQUvU0sph9o" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>Sam's Club Unveils New Joint Business Planning Approach for Suppliers</title>
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     <description><![CDATA[New Home Office Serves as Backdrop for Supplier Summit -   -  Bentonville, AR - Sam&#39;s Club announced today a new Joint Business Planning approach to foster collaboration with its suppliers across all cate...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>New Home Office Serves as Backdrop for Supplier Summit</p><p>Bentonville, AR - Sam&#39;s Club announced today a new Joint Business Planning approach to foster collaboration with its suppliers across all categories to increase value for its members, provide profitable growth and returns as well as drive innovation for both the company and its suppliers. More than 350 representatives of the company&#39;s top and key suppliers attended the event held at the company&#39;s new Home Office in Bentonville.</p><p>&#34;At Sam&#39;s Club, we are passionate about serving our Members, and believe in working collaboratively with our suppliers to develop great quality and brands -- at an amazing value,&#39; said Linda Hefner, executive vice president, Merchandising. &#39;Through Joint Business Planning, we can determine how we each invest in opportunities to accelerate growth and ROI.&#34;</p><p>Sam&#39;s Club is focusing its efforts to deliver suppliers more value through insight and innovation beginning with member research. Joint Business Planning tools and processes are near completion, and Sam&#39;s Club is leveraging exclusive marketing capabilities such as eValues, which provides its members with personalized digital offers on products sold in the clubs, and loaded right onto membership cards.</p><p>Other marketing tools available to suppliers include the new Tastes and Tips sampling program in club, samsclub.com as well as targeted member communications. Sam&#39;s Club expects its Joint Business Planning approach to be fully implemented by September 2010.</p><p>&#39;We are excited to further collaborate with Sam&#39;s Club to best serve their members. Joint Business Planning will maximize our companies&#39; mutual strengths of innovation and quality brand building,&#39; said Kathy Casey, Vice President, Customer Development, Kellogg Company Specialty Retail Group.</p><p>In addition to Joint Business Planning, Sam&#39;s Club representatives reiterated during the meeting the company&#39;s commitment to its members to offer a relevant and unique merchandise portfolio, superior value and a preferred in club experience. Sam&#39;s Club is making some changes to expand its assortment in Produce, Meat and Baby and to make improvements to its Electronics and Office layout in some locations.</p><p>The meeting closed with the Sam&#39;s Club Supplier of the Year Awards presented to the following for outstanding contribution and collaboration: Dell; Frito Lay; Fu Da; General Mills; Rich Foods and Vizio.</p><p>About Sam&#39;s Club<br />Sam&#39;s Club is a division of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., (<a href="http://finance.google.com/finance?q=WMT" target="_blank">NYSE:WMT</a>). The first Sam&#39;s Club opened its doors in Midwest City, Okla., in 1983. Today, Sam&#39;s Club serves more than 47 million U.S. Members with locations nationwide, as well as in Brazil, China, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Sam&#39;s Club saves its members on average 30.4 percent over grocery and specialty retailers by offering superior values on quality merchandise and services for home or work. Saving is made simple at Sam&#39;s Club. Visit samsclub.com for more information.</p><p>&mdash; WebWireID113909 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=SUP">Big Box Retail / Supermarkets</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=HOU">Household / Consumer / Cosmetics</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/UBGH7ec5O8A" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>Kimberly-Clark Introduces New Depend Underwear in Colors and Prints</title>
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     <pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 21:03:40 EST</pubDate>
     <description><![CDATA[Male and female variety packs provide an unprecedented, underwear-like experience for millions of Americans managing incontinence -   -  DALLAS, TX - For approximately 38 million Americans who will experi...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Male and female variety packs provide an unprecedented, underwear-like experience for millions of Americans managing incontinence</p><p>DALLAS, TX - For approximately 38 million Americans who will experience some form of incontinence this year , protection, discretion and normalcy remain of the utmost importance when selecting a product solution. Today, most absorbent garments are not seen as very underwear-like, and consumers have a strong desire for products that provide greater normalcy. Responding to this growing need, Kimberly-Clark Corporation (<a href="http://finance.google.com/finance?q=KMB" target="_blank">NYSE: KMB</a>) today announced that beginning in April 2010, it will begin offering its market-leading Depend Underwear for Men and Depend Underwear for Women products in new colors and prints.</p><p>The new offering, available in male and female-specific variety packs, will provide the same level of superior fit and protection the Depend brand is known for, but with an assortment of colors and prints along with a new finished waistband - now providing users with a more underwear-like experience to help them maintain a normal, active lifestyle.  </p><p>&#34;Our consumer&#39;s desired experience is to stay in their own underwear.  Therefore, we want to make our Depend products as much like underwear as possible,&#34; said Andrew Meurer, vice president of Kimberly-Clark North American feminine and adult care brands. &#34;The introduction of new Depend Underwear in Colors and Prints builds on our brand&#39;s commitment to our users by providing the superior protection the Depend brand is known for in a product form that is much more like underwear.&#34;</p><p>Each variety pack comes with six pairs of colored and printed underwear, ranging from solid and striped masculine patterns for men, to pastel solid and floral, feminine patterns for women. Additionally, the line debuts new packaging that is distinctly different from the traditional packaging found within the category. A transparent product window showcases the prints and colors, creating a discreet product that resembles a multi-pack of traditional underwear normally found in the intimates section.</p><p>&#34;Our shopper insights show that men and women often experience significant anxiety and stress when shopping for these products, predominately due to the stigma that continues to exist with incontinence,&#34; added Meurer. &#34;Our innovative new packaging looks just like a package of underwear.  It is a significant step towards delivering a more underwear-like product and a more dignified shopping experience.&#34;</p><p>Providing a Fashion-Forward Solution to an Aging Population<br />The aging U.S. population, including the 78 million Baby Boomers who are rapidly approaching their senior years, have increasingly high expectations for the products they purchase. And as these Boomers continue to age, they are becoming progressively more susceptible to the conditions that commonly cause incontinence - including diabetes, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), prostate cancer, Alzheimer&#39;s, hysterectomies, neurologic diseases and other chronic conditions.</p><p>&#34;Boomers&#39; expectations for products they purchase are infinitely greater than those of past generations,&#34; said Mark Cammarota, Depend brand director. &#34;This group of consumers has enjoyed products created specifically to suit their unique style and preferences. As they begin to personally engage with the Depend brand for the first time, we&#39;ve responded by introducing a line of more fashionable, underwear-like products.&#34;</p><p>&#34;As we&#39;ve talked to women who buy our products, they tell us that they want to feel feminine and attractive,&#34; Cammarota added. &#34;For some women, white absorbent products simply do not deliver the normalcy of underwear that they desire. This new lineup affords women fashionable options and an opportunity to maintain confidence and experience a more normal lifestyle.&#34;</p><p>Unlike women, men often enter the category as a result of prostate health issues and are not eased into using adult incontinence products like their female counterparts. Men consider incontinence products to be unisex, bland and institutional; however, the introduction of Depend Underwear for Men with colors, prints and a finished waistband gives men the ability to maintain normalcy with a solution that looks and fits more like the regular underwear briefs they are used to wearing.</p><p>Coming in April<br />This April, Depend Underwear for Men and Depend Underwear for Women in Colors and Prints will begin rolling out across North America in four sizes. For women, the new offering will be available in Extra absorbency in Small/Medium and Large sizes. Male products will be available in Small/Medium or Large/Extra Large in Super Plus absorbency.</p><p>Also beginning in April, the Depend brand will roll out a comprehensive integrated marketing campaign to support the product&#39;s availability on store shelves featuring television, print and online advertising, direct mail, special coupon offers and more.</p><p>The Depend brand is the number one brand in the approximately $1.3 billion adult incontinence category in North America. For more information on Depend Underwear for Men and Depend Underwear for Women in Colors and Prints, visit <a href="http://www.Depend.com" target="_blank">www.Depend.com</a>.</p><p>About Kimberly-Clark<br />Kimberly-Clark and its well-known global brands are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 150 countries. Every day, 1.3 billion people - nearly a quarter of the world&#39;s population - trust K-C brands and the solutions they provide to enhance their health, hygiene and well-being. With brands such as Kleenex, Scott, Huggies, Pull-Ups, Kotex and Depend, Kimberly-Clark holds No. 1 or No. 2 share positions in more than 80 countries. To keep up with the latest K-C news and to learn more about the company&#39;s 138-year history of innovation, visit <a href="http://www.kimberly-clark.com" target="_blank">www.kimberly-clark.com</a>.</p><p>&mdash; WebWireID113893 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=HOU">Household / Consumer / Cosmetics</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/V2wX_ULvPNM" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>Toyota/Lexus/Scion Among Industry Leaders in Many February 2010 Sales Categories</title>
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     <pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 21:02:28 EST</pubDate>
     <description><![CDATA[TORRANCE, Calif. - February 2010 automotive industry sales results saw Toyota, Lexus and Scion models rank prominently among brand and segment leaders.  Overall Toyota sales in February topped all oth...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>TORRANCE, Calif. - February 2010 automotive industry sales results saw Toyota, Lexus and Scion models rank prominently among brand and segment leaders.  Overall Toyota sales in February topped all other Asian and European manufacturers.  February also saw Toyota claim two of the top three selling passenger cars in the U.S. Toyota once again dominated the hybrid market, while Tacoma continues to overwhelmingly lead the small pickup truck segment. <br /> <br />Toyota/Lexus/Scion February Sales Rankings<br /> <br />Total TMS<br />&#8226; TMS ranked #3 in total U.S. sales with 100,027 units sold for a 12.8 percent share (#1 among international divisions)<br /> <br />Light Truck Sales<br />&#8226; Toyota ranked #3 out of 32 manufacturers with 33,413 units sold for a 9.1 share<br />&#8226; Tacoma ranked #1 in small pickup sales with 8,325 units sold and 45.6 percent share (more than double its closest competitor)<br />&#8226; Toyota/Lexus ranked #1 among non-American divisions (Asian and European) with 40,834 units sold for an 11.1 share<br /> <br />SUV Sales<br />&#8226; Lexus RX350/400h ranked #1 in Near Luxury SUV sales with 5,694 units sold for a 24.3 percent share, nearly double its closest competitor<br /> <br />Passenger Car Sales<br />&#8226; Corolla ranked #2 with 16,996 units sold<br />&#8226; Corolla ranked #1 in Subcompact segment with a 14.9 percent share<br />&#8226; Camry ranked #3 with 16,552 units sold<br />&#8226; Camry ranked #2 in Standard Midsize segment with a 10.2 percent share<br />&#8226; Yaris ranked #3 in Entry Subcompact segment with a 14.2 percent share<br />&#8226; Scion tC ranked #3 in sporty Subcompact segment with a 13.5 percent share<br />&#8226; Lexus LS ranked #2 in Prestige Luxury Sedan segment with a 25.8 percent share<br /> <br />Hybrid Sales<br />&#8226; Total TMS hybrids ranked #1 with sales of 10,957 units sold with a 35.5 percent share<br />&#8226; Prius was the #1 hybrid, commanding a 56.3 percent share among all hybrid passenger cars and 47.8 percent of all hybrids sold.<br />&#8226; Lexus RX450h ranked #1in the Hybrid Light Trucks segment with a 35.2 percent share<br />&#8226; Highlander Hybrid ranked #3 in the Hybrid Light Trucks segment with a 13.4 percent share</p><p>&mdash; WebWireID113892 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=AUT">Automotive</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=BUA">Business Announcements</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=TRN">Transportation / Shipping</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/vNuOgGjFoT0" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>New Wholesale African Products At Africa Imports</title>
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     <pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 13:15:16 EST</pubDate>
     <description><![CDATA[South Hackensack, NJ, USA - Africa Imports is a leading providor of wholesale African products online. Since 1998, Africa imports has been offering the best African Art to businesses across America, a...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>South Hackensack, NJ, USA - Africa Imports is a leading providor of wholesale African products online. Since 1998, Africa imports has been offering the best African Art to businesses across America, as well as providing a means of support to the communities and people in Africa.</p><p>Africa Imports specializes in offering only the best African Art at true wholesale prices. They are not middlemen, which means that their prices are always lower and their products are sourced directly from Africa.</p><p>Africa Imports is the largest and most trusted site on the internet for wholesale African products. Not only do they have a very large selection of products ranging from authentic wood carvings to handpainted mudcloth fabrics, but their customer service is top notch. </p><p>Wholesale customers will typically pay half the retail price, which leads to a very large savings. They also offer Free Shipping on orders of $400 or more, which is also a very substantial savings on large orders.</p><p>Wholesale customers also enjoy the many Free business tips and resources to help their African business grow and succeed. From the many free business articles to even a personal African website, Africa Imports has everything that business owners will need for their African business.</p><p>To review Africa Imports on the web, visit <a href="http://offto.net/AfricaImports/" target="_blank">http://offto.net/AfricaImports/</a> the #1 wholesale African products company online. The best prices, the best customer service and the best African products sourced directly from the villages of Africa.</p><p>&mdash; WebWireID113851 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=ART">Art / Graphics / Photography</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=FAS">Fashion / Appeal</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=HOU">Household / Consumer / Cosmetics</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/q_vir4Zy0JU" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>Dell Celebrates Entrepreneurial Spirit with New Vostro Laptops</title>
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     <pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 12:40:39 EST</pubDate>
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     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Vostro 3000 Series Offers World-Class Security, Services and Reliability to Help Small Businesses Succeed</p><p>Round Rock, Texas - Following the successful launch of the ultrathin and light Vostro&#8482; V13, Dell is offering business customers even more choice with the stylish Vostro 3000 series &#8211; a range of new thin, lightweight and durable laptop computers. Featuring powerful processors, high-end graphics and built-in security, the Vostro 3000 series is designed for small businesses that require robust mobile computing solutions.</p><p>Today&#39;s SMBs and entrepreneurs want notebooks that are powerful and attractive, and the new Vostro 3000 series was designed to meet and exceed both those needs. For the most demanding tasks, the Vostro 3000 series sports the latest powerful Intel&#174; Core&#8482; processor technology, including, the optional, Core i7 Quad Core processor available on the Vostro 3700. For those that demand portability and productivity, the Vostro 3300 is one of the industry&#39;s thinnest commercial 13&#39; laptop with an integrated optical drive. For those that can&#39;t afford to be chained to their desks, the 14&#39; Vostro 3400 offers a full day of mobile productivity with up to 8 hours of battery life with an optional 9-cell battery.</p><p>&#39;To succeed, small businesses need simple, reliable and affordable technology solutions,&#39; said Alex Gruzen, SVP, Consumer, Small and Medium Business, Dell, Inc. &#39;These entrepreneurs want technology that makes them more productive and helps them compete, and the Vostro 3000 delivers in a package they will be proud to show off in the airport or the boardroom.&#39;</p><p>&#39;Dell continues to sharpen its focus on SMB customers with the new Vostro 3000 series,&#39; said Ray Boggs, VP of SMB Research at IDC. &#39;Small and mid-sized firms are returning to the PC market after a year in the recessionary wilderness, and they are ready for the kinds of capabilities, including Microsoft Windows 7, that will get them to the next level of productivity.&#39;</p><p>&#39;As the first PC brand designed exclusively for small businesses, over the last year, Dell has introduced several new Vostro laptops and desktops to serve their distinctive needs. Ranging from our recently announced, super dependable Vostro 230 or future-proof and powerful Vostro 430 desktops, or the ultra-thin Vostro V13 laptop, Vostro products are designed for small businesses helping them stretch their budget and protect their data, and come with dedicated small business services and support to keep a small businesses moving,&#39; added Gruzen.</p><p>Worry-Free Business IT<br />All of the Vostro 3000 laptops have embedded webcam and microphone for collaboration through videoconferencing, while the Vostro 3500 and 3700 offer the option of high definition WLED screens and the 3700 offers the option of up to 1GB of NVIDIA&#174; GeForce&#174; discrete graphics to help ensure one of the best visual experiences. With the built-in HDMI port, users can even make high definition presentations to clients when required.</p><p>These new Vostro notebooks are also backed by a dedicated and specially trained small-business sales and support team of experts, which is a key pain point for small businesses that typically have little or no IT support. Inclusion in Dell&#39;s FastTrack program enables select configurations of the Vostro 3000 series to ship within 48 hours of ordering , further removing worry from buying a new laptop.</p><p>Durability is another feature more customers are demanding from their laptops. The Vostro 3000 series laptops sport durable hinges and are encased in aluminum for extra protection while away from the office. Shipped with a 30-day return policy , the Vostro 3000 notebooks also feature a suite of customizable service and support solutions to keep business data protected and business moving at an affordable price.</p><p>Vostro 3000 Series: At a Glance</p><p>    * Stay in Touch: With the integrated webcam and microphone , users can make Internet calls, conduct video conferences and remotely exchange files to help increase productivity.<br />    * Always Be Connected: Users can go wireless with a full range of connectivity options: 802.11g/n wireless LAN, Bluetooth, and WWAN mobile broadband.<br />    * Memory to Spare: Run Windows&#174; 7 effortlessly while performing everyday tasks quickly with support for up to 6GB of DDR3 SDRAM memory.<br />    * Protect Your Work: Keep your critical data under lock and key with optional finger print reader and full-data-encrypted hard drives. <br />    * &#39;Set &#38; Forget&#39; Online Data Protection: Easy, secure and automated Dell DataSafe online backup protects and helps recover business-critical data.<br />    * Coverage Now and Later: Users can extend their basic Limited Hardware Warranty from 1-3 years to stay covered into the future.<br />    * Remote On-Call Support: Small businesses can get help when they need it with DellConnect, which allows tech-support agents to troubleshoot and help resolve system issues remotely.<br />    * ProSupport to Simplify IT: Businesses can choose their own level of 24x7 IT support with optional Dell ProSupport&#8482; services. </p><p><br />Available in the US and parts of Asia starting from today and available in Europe and Latin America and other geographies from March 16. Visit <a href="http://www.dell.com/vostro" target="_blank">www.dell.com/vostro</a> for additional information.</p><p>About Dell<br />As the visionary outcome of a true entrepreneur, Dell (<a href="http://finance.google.com/finance?q=DELL" target="_blank">NASDAQ: DELL</a>) is committed to helping small and medium businesses solve their technology challenges, ease business pain points and draw greater value from IT. Honored for technology deployment by the 2009 IDC SMB Excellence Awards, Dell is here to support entrepreneurs every step of the way with ProManage-Managed Services, OptiPlex desktops, Latitude laptops, the designed-for-small business Vostro line, energy-efficient PowerEdge servers and Small and Medium Business Solutions Center.</p><p>Dell, Vostro, Datasafe, DellConnect and ProSupport are trademarks of Dell Inc.<br />Dell disclaims any proprietary interest in the marks and names of others.<br />Pricing may change without notice.</p><p><br />1 Based on lab testing. Varies by configuration, operating conditions and other factors. Maximum battery capacity decreases with time and use.<br />2 Limited quantities. Only available for orders placed by 5:59 PM CT Mon-Thu. System ships the day after an order is placed via next business day delivery. Subject to order approval.<br />3 Available in US only. If you cancel your Vostro purchase for any reason within 30 days, we will refund your purchase price. You are responsible for the costs of shipping your product back to us.<br />4 Not available in all regions. Dell Video Chat may not work in certain countries due to country specific regulatory restriction and/or certain service providers&#39; network architectural constraints.<br />5 Subject to wireless provider&#39;s broadband subscription and coverage area; additional charges apply. Accessibility to company networks may be affected by firewalls or other privacy measures.<br />6 A 64-bit operating system is required to support 4GB or more of system memory<br />7 Significant system memory may be used to support graphics, depending on system memory size and other factors.<br />8 Limited Hardware Warranty: For a copy of limited warranty, write Dell USA LP, Attention Warranties, One Dell Way, Round Rock, TX 78682 or visit <a href="http://www.dell.com/warranty" target="_blank">www.dell.com/warranty</a>.<br />9 DellConnect is not used for all incidents. Internet connection required. Go online for details at <a href="http://www.dell.com/dellconnect" target="_blank">www.dell.com/dellconnect</a>.<br />10 Availability and terms of Dell Services vary by region. 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     <title>Sports Nutrition Reaches a Whole New Level</title>
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     <pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 09:57:34 EST</pubDate>
     <description><![CDATA[Whey Jacked&#8482;, formulated to help the body heal itself from the inside out, was recently introduced at the 2010 Phoenix Pro Body Building, Fitness and Figure competition in Mesa AZ.  Novus Nutrition, a...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whey Jacked&#8482;, formulated to help the body heal itself from the inside out, was recently introduced at the 2010 Phoenix Pro Body Building, Fitness and Figure competition in Mesa AZ.  Novus Nutrition, a wholly owned subsidiary of Novus Life Solutions, President and COO, Brandon J. Martin explained the astonishing advancement, &#39;Sports Nutrition is not just about the ingredients anymore&#39;, said Martin. <br /> <br />The addition of colostrum and probiotics to a protein formula, especially at this time when our digestive systems are under such stress, makes Whey Jacked&#8482; an ideal supplement for any athlete. To this strong base, Novus Nutrition has added GliSODin for catalytic anti-oxidant strength as well as Suma Root and Maca for that subtle energy surge.</p><p>&#39;A new age has dawned with the use of SU2 technology and we are happy to be the first to bring it to market&#39;, explained Martin. &#39;The human body is best thought of as an interacting field of coherent light. Everything you put in your body must resonate positively with this field in order for you to reach your highest potential. Whey Jacked&#8482; will help get you there, said Martin.&#39; </p><p>The formulation is the strongest, most potent mixture on the market today. However, the ingredients are not the entire story. Novus Nutrition has pioneered the use of a technology that takes Whey Jacked&#8482; beyond all other nutrition products. Novus Nutrition partnered with Dr. William Tiller, Professor Emeritus, Stanford University, to commercialize his scientific advancements in the realm of Magnetic/Information waves. Dr. Tiller has developed this theory and verified it with indisputable experiments over the last 40 years. Novus Nutrition has implemented this technology in a proprietary way into every aspect of its Whey Jacked&#8482; product. As a result, the impact of Whey Jacked&#8482; on the human body is immediate and profound.</p><p>Novus Nutrition provides advanced sports nutrition products for the most extreme athlete to the weekend warrior.  <a href="http://www.wheyjacked.com" target="_blank">www.wheyjacked.com</a>, Gilbert, AZ, (480) 477-9077, <a href="&#109;&#97;&#105;&#108;&#116;&#111;:info&#64;wheyjacked.com">info&#64;wheyjacked.com</a>.</p><p></p><p>&mdash; WebWireID113813 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=BIO">Biotechnology</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=BUA">Business Announcements</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=SPT">Sports</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=SPM">Supplementary Medicine / Nutrition</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/_xWeSHTMBvk" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>New Mother's Day Gift Range From Gift Philosophy</title>
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     <pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 09:43:49 EST</pubDate>
     <description><![CDATA[Luxury gift website www.GiftPhilosophy.com has launched a stunning new range of personalised photo frames in time for Mother&#39;s Day. -   -  Managing Director Of Gift Philosophy, Caroline Watson, said: &#39;Alt...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Luxury gift website <a href="http://www.GiftPhilosophy.com" target="_blank">www.GiftPhilosophy.com</a> has launched a stunning new range of personalised photo frames in time for Mother&#39;s Day.</p><p>Managing Director Of Gift Philosophy, Caroline Watson, said: &#39;Although there are a multitude of gifts on offer for Mother&#39;s Day, finding something thoughtful and truly personal is not that easy. But personalised photo frames complete with a memorable and personal photo make amazing and unique gifts that any mum will be overjoyed to receive.&#39; </p><p>Gift Philosophy also make the whole process of buying and sending a gift so much easier as they will wrap and deliver the item directly to the lucky recipient.  </p><p>Caroline Watson said: &#39;Our range of stylish photo frames, all of which can be personalised with the buyer&#39;s own favourite photograph arrive beautifully boxed and wrapped. And, not only do the gifts arrive looking beautiful, unlike a bouquet of flowers, they can be kept forever.&#39;</p><p>To see the full range of personalised photo frames visit  the <a href="http://www.GiftPhilosophy.com" target="_blank">www.GiftPhilosophy.com</a> website or call them direct on the number listed above.</p><p>&mdash; WebWireID113819 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=ART">Art / Graphics / Photography</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=HOU">Household / Consumer / Cosmetics</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/AyLnR4vtGwo" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>Forthofer Marketing Launches New LEGO Star Wars Guide</title>
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     <pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 09:35:42 EST</pubDate>
     <description><![CDATA[Dacula, Georgia, USA - Galaxy Bricks, an online guide to LEGO Star Wars sets, mini figures and accessories, launched their website, this past Monday, March 8, 2010. -   -  Hoping to capture the attention...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dacula, Georgia, USA - Galaxy Bricks, an online guide to LEGO Star Wars sets, mini figures and accessories, launched their website, this past Monday, March 8, 2010.</p><p>Hoping to capture the attention of many youngster LEGO fans, Galaxy Bricks, focuses exclusively on LEGO sets from the Star Wars theme. In 1999 LEGO released the initial sets which coincided with Episode 1, The Phantom Menace. Since then, LEGO has created over 200 sets and becoming their most popular theme.</p><p>Brothers Jason and Stephen Forthofer began their building of Galaxy Bricks in September as they noticed how engaged boys ages 5 to 12 were in LEGO Star Wars toys. &#34;Kids would come up to me at church and pull Star Wars mini figures out of their pockets. I was amazed at how well these kids collected these toys&#34; explains co-owner Stephen Forthofer.</p><p>Jason Forthofer explains their mission, &#34;We want to create the best LEGO Star Wars guide on the web. Period.&#34; Galaxy Bricks includes product videos, mini figure pictures, product descriptions and images that users can zoom into. Popular areas of the website include their LEGO Star Wars mini figures and the most popular of all sets LEGO Death Star.</p><p>Forthofer Marketing maintains offices out of Dacula, Georgia and Coral Springs, Florida.</p><p>&mdash; WebWireID113812 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=FLM">Film and Motion Picture</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=CHI">Youth / Children</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/T0UB0d-TfR8" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>Iceland vacations and flights cheap due to Icelandic economic situation </title>
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     <pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 06:49:09 EST</pubDate>
     <description><![CDATA[Iceland&#39;s leading airline, Icelandair, has seen an increase in foreign sales over the past year, largely due to the Icelandic economy and the strength of foreign currencies against the Icelandic Kronu...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Iceland&#39;s leading airline, Icelandair, has seen an increase in foreign sales over the past year, largely due to the Icelandic economy and the strength of foreign currencies against the Icelandic Kronur. Furthermore, confirmation by the Lonely Planet Travel Guide as a Top 10 Best Value Destination for 2010 has also caught the attention of world travelers seeking a bargain. </p><p>&#34;We have been able to communicate the fact that this is the best time to visit Iceland, because as a visitor, you simply get more for your money than ever before&#34;, says Birkir Holm Gudnason, CEO of Icelandair. </p><p>Last week Icelandair added another 3 percent to its flight schedule, which was already 10 percent up from last year, as a reaction to the rising interest in Iceland tourism. Capacity has been increased to Seattle, New York, Paris, Helsinki and Amsterdam as part of the 2010 enhanced schedule. </p><p>Icelandair, the flagship carrier of Iceland since 1937, offers service to Iceland from Boston, New York-JFK, Seattle, and seasonal service from Minneapolis - St. Paul, Orlando Sanford, Halifax and Toronto. Connections through Icelandair&#39;s hub at Keflavik International Airport are available to over 20 destinations in Scandinavia, the UK and Continental Europe. Only Icelandair allows passengers to stopover in Iceland at no additional airfare. </p><p>Further information about fares and packages to Iceland and beyond is available at <a href="http://www.icelandair.us" target="_blank">www.icelandair.us</a> or by calling (877) I-FLY-ICE.<br /></p><p>&mdash; WebWireID113828 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=AIR">Airlines / Aviation</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=LEI">Leisure / Travel / Hotels</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=LSS">Lifestyle / Society</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=TRA">Travel Industry</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/Rv59PgeEE5A" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>Mother's Day Isn't All about Flowers and Chocolates, says La Cafetière®</title>
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     <pubDate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 04:45:22 EST</pubDate>
     <description><![CDATA[La Cafetière&#174;, one of the UK&#39;s biggest retailers of coffee and coffee-related products, is offering its customers a unique range of highly individual gifts this Mother&#39;s Day, intended to act as an alt...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>La Cafetière&#174;, one of the UK&#39;s biggest retailers of coffee and coffee-related products, is offering its customers a unique range of highly individual gifts this Mother&#39;s Day, intended to act as an alternative to more traditional gifts such as flowers and chocolates.</p><p>If your mum&#39;s a big coffee, tea or hot chocolate fan, then La Cafetière&#174; may be the perfect place for you to pick up a great gift this Mother&#39;s Day. According to Liz Jones, La Cafetière&#174;&#39;s Product Manager, &#34;This Mother&#39;s Day we&#39;re giving our customers the chance to get their hands on some really special gifts for their mums.&#34;</p><p>&#34;If your mum is a fan of traditional, classic designs we&#39;ve got the Titania Teapot; if she prefers something a little more funky there&#39;s the Rainbow Polka Dot gift set, or if she&#39;s interested in something with a touch of exotic there&#39;s always the Geisha gift set.&#34;</p><p>&#34;For an original, slightly unusual present this Mother&#39;s Day, one that is as practical as it is attractive, pay La Cafetière&#174; a visit.&#34;</p><p>La Cafetière&#174; was the first brand of French-press coffee makers sold in the UK. The company also stocks a range of high quality chocolatières and teapots in a range of original designs. For more information visit the La Cafetière&#174; website at: <a href="http://www.lacafetiere.com/" target="_blank">http://www.lacafetiere.com/</a>.</p><p>&mdash; WebWireID113822 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=FOD">Food / Beverages</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=HOU">Household / Consumer / Cosmetics</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=LSS">Lifestyle / Society</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/ml4L73kyRk4" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>All-New Acura TSX Sport Wagon to Debut at New York International Auto Show</title>
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     <pubDate>Mon, 8 Mar 2010 14:53:01 EST</pubDate>
     <description><![CDATA[TORRANCE, Calif. - Acura announced it will debut the all-new 2011 TSX Sport Wagon at the New York International Auto Show. The TSX Sport Wagon will offer a new solution to modern utility needs with it...]]></description>
     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>TORRANCE, Calif. - Acura announced it will debut the all-new 2011 TSX Sport Wagon at the New York International Auto Show. The TSX Sport Wagon will offer a new solution to modern utility needs with its balanced and efficient performance coupled with bold styling and versatile cargo capabilities.</p><p>Arriving at Acura dealerships in the late fall, the Sport Wagon will join the TSX lineup, which already includes the 4-cylinder and V6-powered sports sedans.</p><p>The TSX Sport Wagon will be introduced at the New York International Auto Show on March 31, 2010 in the Acura booth. The press conference will be webcast live, followed by a Q&#38;A on Twitter via @Acura_Insider.</p><p>For media information and high-resolution photos of Acura vehicles, please visit <a href="http://www.acuranews.com" target="_blank">www.acuranews.com</a>. For consumer information, please visit <a href="http://www.acura.com" target="_blank">www.acura.com</a>.</p><p>&mdash; WebWireID113798 &mdash;</p><div class="related" style="float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><ul><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=ADV">Advertising / Marketing</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=AUT">Automotive</a></li><li><a href="http://www.webwire.com/industry-news.asp?indu=REA">Retail</a></li></ul></div><div class="terms" style="clear:both; float:left; margin-right:10px; margin-bottom:10px;"><a href="http://www.webwire.com">WebWire&reg;</a> Copyright &#169; 2010 Warmtone Corp. | Use of this content is subject to our <a href="http://www.webwire.com/ServTerms.asp">Terms of Service</a> | <a href="http://www.webwire.com/webwire-industries-rss-feeds.asp">More Feeds</a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WebWire-News-Retail/~4/g1qONcfetFk" height="1" width="1"/>]]></content:encoded>
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     <title>Canon U.S.A. Announces A New Addition To Its Award-Winning Line Of REALiS LCOS Projectors</title>
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     <pubDate>Mon, 8 Mar 2010 14:21:00 EST</pubDate>
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     <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>High-Brightness and Advanced Color Management Make This New Model Ideal For Those With the Most Discerning Image Quality Needs</p><p>LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Canon U.S.A., Inc, a leader in digital imaging, today announced the launch of the REALiS SX7 Mark II Multimedia LCOS Projector. This new model combines the award-winning features of REALiS projectors with an impressive 4000 lumens of brightness and a Photo Image Mode to assist users with advanced color management and adjustments for ambient lighting conditions.</p><p>The Photo Image Mode allows users to easily make changes to improve the look and feel of the content being projected. Within this mode the Color Level and Color Temperature functions allow for fine-tuning of both the intensity of colors and the color temperature by selecting from easy-to-use presets. In addition, the Photo Image Mode includes an Ambient Light function which can be used to compensate for lighting conditions for both the type of lighting (Tungsten, Fluorescent and Fluorescent H) and intensity (Low, Medium or High). The ambient light function is ideal for users displaying content and cannot control the lighting conditions &#8211; such as educators speaking in classrooms or photographers showing their work in an art museum/gallery or at a seminar. The functions available in the Photo Image Mode allow users greater control of color reproduction and image quality.</p><p>&#34;Whether presenting photographs, videos, presentations, or any other content, the color accuracy and amount of ambient light will play a major role in the perceived quality of work,&#34; said Yuichi Ishizuka, executive vice president and general manager, Consumer Imaging Group, Canon U.S.A. &#34;The high-brightness and Photo Image Mode included on the REALiS SX7 Mark II allows users to display their images with outstanding detail and superb quality.&#34;</p><p>The REALiS SX7 Mark II Multimedia LCOS Projector features advanced LCOS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon) technology with Canon&#39;s patented, proprietary AISYS (Aspectual Illumination System) Optical Engine. This advanced technology, combined with the projectors SXGA+ (1400 x 1050) native resolution and 4000 lumens of brightness, delivers extraordinary detailed, lattice-free motion and still images. This combination makes the REALiS SX7 Mark II ideal for classrooms, meeting/board rooms, photo studios and seminars/conferences.</p><p>The Canon REALiS SX7 Mark II Multimedia LCOS Projector supports Adobe RGB and sRGB color spaces. Both of these color spaces are of critical importance to professionals demanding precise color-matching in the following fields of work: professional photography, graphics, printing, computer aided design and medical imaging. Additional key features include:</p><p># Genuine Canon 1.7x Powered Zoom/Focus Lens for ease of projector placement<br /># Supports popular widescreen WXGA (1280 x 800) resolution computers with no need for compression and/or unsightly distortion<br /># DVI-I Terminal ensures a true digital connection for high quality images and video<br /># Off &#38; Go system allows the projector to be unplugged as soon as it is tuned off. This allows for quick and easy pack-up after a finishing a presentation.</p><p>Availability and Warranty Information<br />The REALiS SX7 Mark II Multimedia Projector has a suggested list price of $6,999 and is scheduled to be available in early April. This new model is backed by Canon USA&#39;s Three-Year Limited Warranty and exclusive Projector Protection Program (&#34;Triple P&#34;). Triple P is a FREE service program that provides a loaner projector of equal or greater value in the event that a qualifying unit is in need of repair. Triple P is available on all Canon projector models during the Three-Year Canon USA Limited Warranty period.*</p><p>For more information please visit <a href="http://www.usa.canon.com/projectors" target="_blank">www.usa.canon.com/projectors</a></p><p>About Canon U.S.A., Inc.<br />Canon U.S.A., Inc., is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions. Its parent company, Canon Inc. (<a href="http://finance.google.com/finance?q=CAJ" target="_blank">NYSE:CAJ</a>), a top patent holder of technology, ranked fourth overall in the U.S. in 2009†, with global revenues of US $35 billion, is listed as number four in the computer industry on Fortune Magazine&#39;s World&#39;s Most Admired Companies 2009 list, and is on the 2009 BusinessWeek list of &#34;100 Best Global Brands.&#34; Canon U.S.A. is committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty, providing 100 percent U.S.-based consumer service and support for all of the products it distributes. At Canon, we care because caring is essential to living together in harmony. Founded upon a corporate philosophy of Kyosei &#8211; &#34;all people, regardless of race, religion or culture, harmoniously living and working together into the future&#34; &#8211; Canon U.S.A. supports a number of social, youth, educational and other programs, including environmental and recycling initiatives. Additional information about these programs can be found at <a href="http://www.usa.canon.com/kyosei" target="_blank">www.usa.canon.com/kyosei</a>. To keep apprised of the latest news from Canon U.S.A., sign up for the Company&#39;s RSS news feed by visiting <a href="http://www.usa.canon.com/rss" target="_blank">www.usa.canon.com/rss</a>.</p><p># # #</p><p>† Based on weekly patent counts issued by United States Patent and Trademark Office.</p><p>All referenced product names, and other marks, are trademarks of their respective owners.</p><p>Specifications, availability and prices subject to change without notice. Actual prices are determined by individual dealers and may vary.</p><p>* Loaner units based on availability. Program subject to change at any time without given notice. 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