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Adobe Creative Suite 4 Arrives

Adobe Systems Incorporated announced the Adobe® Creative Suite® 4 product family, a milestone release of the industry-leading design and development software for virtually every creative workflow. Delivering radical workflow breakthroughs that bring down the walls between designers and developers — and packed with hundreds of feature innovations—the new Creative Suite 4 product line advances the creative process across print, Web, mobile, interactive, film and video production.

With new levels of integration and expressiveness for Flash technology across the entire product line, Adobe’s biggest software release to date includes Adobe Creative Suite 4 Design editions, Creative Suite 4 Web editions, Creative Suite 4 Production Premium, Creative Suite 4 Master Collection, as well as 13 point products, 14 integrated technologies and seven services.

Adobe Creative Suite Master Collection CS4 combines virtually all of Adobe's new design and development applications, technologies and services in a single box — the most comprehensive creative environment ever delivered.

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REALbasic 2008 Release 4

REAL Software, creator of REALbasic, a cross-platform development environment for Windows, Mac OS X and Linux developers, began shipping REALbasic 2008 Release 4 today. This release further focuses on REAL Software's commitment to improve stability and reliability in REALbasic. REALbasic 2008 Release 4 includes over 300 improvements and 6 new features.

"This release further improves our compatibility with Mac OS X Leopard and fixes a number of important issues for all platforms," commented Geoff Perlman. "This release marks a milestone as the largest number of improvements to REALbasic in any single release."

REALbasic is a full-featured software development environment suited to creating a wide range of applications, from utilities to enterprise-class applications.

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Head First Physics

Are you or your offspring struggling to pass the AP Physics B exam? Is your college physics class giving you a headache? Or do you wish you understood how the world around you really works?

Then check out Head First Physics: A Learner's Companion to Mechanics and Practical Physics (O'Reilly). Using the unique and highly effective visual format that has turned Head First titles into runaway bestsellers, Head First Physics takes the stress out of learning the mechanics by providing an engaging experience.

Full of brain-friendly visuals and activities, this fun, engaging, and inspirational book brings physics to life through real-world scenarios, simple experiments, and hypothetical projects...

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The Howdy Doody Show - 40 Episode Collection

Mill Creek Entertainment, a recognized leader in value entertainment, in an unprecedented deal with NBC Universal Television, DVD, Music and Consumer Products Group, will debut 40 of 126 licensed episodes of The Howdy Doody Show for the first time ever on DVD on November 4th, 2008. Mill Creek will release the classic children's television show The Howdy Doody Show to audiences around the country with 3 DVD compilations, followed by releases of six more in the months to follow. The initial 40 episode 5-DVD Box Set will be priced to own at $29.98 on DVD. A 2-DVD-set containing 20 episodes will be available for $14.98.

The Howdy Doody Show made its debut on television in 1947. When The Howdy Doody Show first aired, there were only 20,000 American homes with television sets and NBC only had stations in six television markets. The show was credited as a major factor in the growth of NBC. The Howdy Doody Show went on to air 2,543 episodes, before running its final episode on Dec. 30, 1960.

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Programming Flex 3

If you want to try your hand at developing Rich Internet Applications with Adobe's Flex 3, and already have experience with frameworks such as .NET or Java, Programming Flex 3 (O'Reilly) is the ideal book to get you started. Authors Chafic Kazoun and Joey Lott give you a solid understanding of Flex 3's core concepts, along with valuable insight into how, why, and when to use specific Flex features.

"We added a chapter about how to build Flex applications to this book (something we hadn't added to the previous version for Flex 2)," notes Lott about his new book. "I'd like to think that chapter will help synthesize what is in the rest of the chapters and help readers understand how to take everything they have learned or will learn about Flex and put it together in a coherent manner to build a well-designed application."

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Silent Hill: Homecoming for Xbox 360, PS3, and PC

Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. has announced that Silent Hill®: Homecoming, the latest iteration in the popular survival horror series, has shipped to retailers nationwide. The first installment of Silent Hill to be released on next- generation consoles, Silent Hill: Homecoming is now available for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system. In addition, Windows PC gamers can now download Silent Hill: Homecoming at steamgames.com.

Silent Hill: Homecoming takes players deeper into the tormented history of the town and reveals the evil that surrounds Toluca Lake. The story follows Alex Shepherd, who returns to his hometown of Shepherd's Glen to investigate the mysterious disappearance of his brother. On his quest, Alex discovers eerie occurrences taking place around town. As Alex, players investigate the mystery behind his nightmares and maintain his grip on reality, unraveling a tale that takes him from his childhood home to the fog-shrouded streets of Silent Hill...

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Mortal Kombat Kollection for PlayStation 2

Midway Games Inc., a leading interactive entertainment industry publisher and developer, has shipped Mortal Kombat®: Kollection™ to retail stores. MKK is a special collector's edition box set combining three recent Mortal Kombat titles from Midway's award winning video game fighting franchise into one explosive package.

Mortal Kombat is one of the most prolific franchises in videogame history that has captured fans with a distinct vision of visceral combat since 1992. The series has become one of the best-selling videogame franchises of all time, with more than 26 million units sold worldwide. As a bridge between Mortal Kombat's illustrious past and the series' imminent leap to next-generation consoles - with Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe - the release of Mortal Kombat: Kollection offers a compelling anthology for fans and new players alike.

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Star Wars: The Force Unleashed Video Game

Thirty-one years ago, the first Star Wars movie galvanized audiences around the word, sparking a phenomenon that has spanned generations. With this release of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, one of the most highly anticipated video games of the year, LucasArts proves that the Force is stronger than ever.

Available now on the Xbox®360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii™ home videogame system from Nintendo, Nintendo DS™, PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, Star Wars: The Force Unleashed completely re-imagines the scope and scale of the Force and casts players as Darth Vader’s “Secret Apprentice,” unveiling new revelations about the Star Wars galaxy seen through the eyes of this mysterious new character, who is armed with unprecedented powers.

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Hellboy II: The Golden Army on DVD and Blu-ray

The roughest, toughest, most unlikely hero of all is back in Hellboy II: The Golden Army, available in 3-disc special edition DVD and 2-disc Blu-ray Hi-Def on November 11, 2008 from Universal Studios Home Entertainment. With picture perfect visuals and flawless DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 sound, the high definition version of Hellboy II: The Golden Army can be viewed on any Blu-ray player or PlayStation®3. And only on Blu-ray Hi-Def, fans can create their own downloadable comic book built using scenes from the movie and via the power of BD Live, host a text chat with friends while watching the movie in synchronization.

With bigger muscle, badder weapons and more ungodly villains than ever before, Hellboy II: The Golden Army is available in multiple home entertainment versions. In standard definition DVD, fans can purchase either a widescreen or full frame single disc version for $29.98 SRP. For a limited time only, fans can take home a widescreen 3-disc special edition DVD ($34.98 SRP) or 2-disc Blu-ray Hi-Def ($39.98 SRP), featuring a digital copy of the film and hours of additional in-depth bonus features that take fans deep inside the movie’s extraordinary creative process - all encased in 3-D packaging...

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Kung Fu Panda on DVD and Blu-ray

Prepare for awesomeness as DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc.’s powerhouse hit, Kung Fu Panda, makes another unmatched move as it breaks out early on DVD and Blu-ray on Sunday, November 9th along with the studio’s unprecedented debut of a brand new companion story, Secrets of the Furious Five. The #1 comedy of the year with over $600 million at the worldwide box office, the hilarious and inspiring Kung Fu Panda is “a delightful movie that can stand among the very best animated features” (Leonard Maltin, “Entertainment Tonight”).

Enthusiastic, big and a little clumsy, Po works in his family’s noodle shop while daydreaming about becoming a Kung Fu master. His dreams soon become reality when he is unexpectedly chosen to join the world of Kung Fu and study alongside his idols—the legendary fighters Tigress, Crane, Mantis, Viper and Monkey—under the leadership of their guru, Master Shifu. But before they know it, the vengeful and treacherous snow leopard Tai Lung is headed their way, and it’s up to Po to defend everyone from the oncoming threat. Can he turn his dreams of becoming a Kung Fu hero into reality? Po puts his heart and his girth into the task, and ultimately finds that his greatest weaknesses turn out to be his greatest strengths.

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SANYO Xacti E2 Waterproof Camcorder

SANYO has introduced its second-generation waterproof camcorder to the U.S. market. The sleek and compact SANYO Xacti E2 records high-quality, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 video and 8-megapixel stills under water to a depth of five feet for up to one hour at a time, and is ideal for active lifestyles, including snow and water sports enthusiasts.

Designed to operate with only one hand, the E2 is great for taking to the slopes for skiing or snowboarding, or to the beach or lake for activities such as swimming, snorkeling, surfing and water-skiing. On dry land, the versatile E2 is a perfect choice for shooting video and still images of the new baby or recording all the spontaneous fun at parties, children's school or sports events and family outings.

The E2 shoots MPEG-4 video utilizing state-of-the-art AVC/H.264 recording. A total of 8 hours of full motion video or up to 2000 8-megapixel still images can be recorded on a single 8GB SDHC memory card; up to 4 hours of video with a 4 GB SDHC memory card; up to 2 hours with a 2GB standard SD card; and up to 1 hour with a 1GB standard SD card...

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Sony VAIO CP1 Wi-Fi Photo Frame

Sony unveiled the wireless VAIO(R) CP1 Wi-Fi photo frame, making it easier than ever to share digital images as well as receive news and stream Internet radio in real-time.

Utilizing built-in Wi-Fi technology, the CP1 model lets you stream photos from a VAIO PC directly to the device. Featuring more than 16 million colors and 800x480 resolution, photos locked away on your PC will now come to life on the photo frame's brilliant 7-inch LCD screen.

In addition to streaming images from a VAIO PC, the CP1 model can also connect to Google(TM) Picasa(TM) web albums. This enables you to view up to four web albums simultaneously, as well as upload photos directly to a Picasa account.

"How many times have you uploaded images to your PC -- vowing to share them -- never to see them again," said Xavier Lauwaert, product manager for VAIO product marketing at Sony Electronics. "This new frame provides an easy way to retrieve and share these precious memories that otherwise would have been forgotten."

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New Philips Digital Voice Tracer Recorders

Royal Philips Electronics, the market leader in professional dictation recording, announced the unveiling of a new line of Digital Voice Tracers designed to bridge the gap between handwritten note-taking and professional dictation. The new line includes five models and available features(a) like the industry’s largest display, 2 GB storage capacity, high sensitivity microphones, six recording modes, and high quality stereo recording. Enhanced features include MP3 music playback and FM radio recording.

Digital Voice Tracers now offer connectivity through high-speed USB 2.0 for fast file download to a computer. The Digital Voice Tracer 860 and 880 models support energy-efficient USB-powered recording, which eliminates battery consumption. Longer audio recordings can be managed by utilizing an index function that marks reference points, such as the beginning of a new section. Recordings can be played back at a faster or slower speed, making it easier to review or transcribe a note or a dictation file.

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Mac OS X for Unix Geeks

If you're a developer or system administrator lured to Mac OS X because of its Unix roots, you'll quickly discover that performing Unix tasks on a Mac is different than what you're accustomed to. Mac OS X for Unix Geeks (O'Reilly, $34.99 USD) serves as a bridge between Apple's Darwin OS and the more traditional Unix systems. This clear, concise guide gives you a tour of Mac OS X's Unix shell in both Leopard and Tiger, and helps you find the facilities that replace or correspond to standard Unix utilities.

In this fourth edition, the authors have not only updated it for Mac OS X 10.5, but have tweaked the book to make it even greater than before. Co-author and O'Reilly editor Brian Jepson says, "Rich Rosen joined us as a co-author on this edition, and really fleshed out some of the later chapters of the book. For example, he added a section on Ruby to Chapter 17, 'Other Programming Languages,' and really worked over Chapter 15, 'Using Mac OS X as a Server.' Because of this, Ernie and I got to focus on some other areas of the book and we all feel that this edition is what this book's always wanted to be. I think the same could be said of Mac OS X Leopard--it's really grown into its skin, I mean, fur!"

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Quicken 2009: The Missing Manual

Quicken is everyone's first choice for taming personal finances. But what should you do after you've got the program installed? We suggest turning to the first book out on the updated program— Quicken 2009: The Missing Manual (O'Reilly, $24.99) by Bonnie Biafore—for expert guidance.

"My personal finances have lived in Quicken since the early 90s, so I've done a lot of coaxing over the years to get Quicken to do what I want," explains Bonnie. "My new book is my way of sharing the love."

Adds Bonnie: "The economy isn't pretty, so most people want to protect the money they have and use money more wisely. In times like these, Quicken is a huge help for finding ways to cut expenses and build up emergency savings."

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Toshiba 400GB USB Portable External Hard Drive

Toshiba Storage Device Division (SDD), the industry pioneer in small form factor hard disk drives (HDDs), has added a 400GB model to its line of personal storage devices for consumers seeking high-capacity storage and backup for music libraries, home videos, personal data and other digital memories.

The new 400GB Toshiba USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive can store up to either 114,000 digital photos, 105,000 MP3 music files, 177 hours of DVD videos or 47 hours of high-definition videos.

Designed for all consumers, Toshiba’s personal storage line makes it easy for even digital novices to easily back up their digital content libraries with a hassle-free solution featuring award-winning NTI Shadow™ software. The user-friendly solution enables consumers to set back-up parameters a single time and enjoy peace-of-mind in knowing critical and cherished digital files and personal memories are protected.

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Ubisoft Armored Core for Answer

Ubisoft has announced that Armored Core for Answer, the thirteenth installment in From Software's mech-based Armored Core franchise, is now available in retail stores throughout North America. Armored Core for Answer is available for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system. It is rated "T” for Teen and has an MSRP of $59.99.

Featuring epic boss battles, seamless online co-op and multiplayer modes, and a nearly limitless amount of customization options for your mech, Armored Core for Answer offers gamers the ultimate experience in mech simulation and is the only mech game of its kind releasing in 2008.

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Review: Smart People (Blu-ray DVD)

I consider myself to be a smart person. Maybe not a genius, although I have yet to take the Mensa test, so who knows? As a smart person, I admit I am more prone to intellectual rather than emotional persuits, but I like to think I have a decent set of social skills. Then again, I'm not married, don't date very often, and I work most of the time, so maybe I am a little lacking in my social life. That's part of the premise behind Smart People from Miramax Films, but the film goes quite a bit further by poking fun at and exaggerating the social ineptitude of very intelligent people.

Smart People Synopsis
Ever since the death of his wife, Professor Lawrence Wetherhold (played by Dennis Quaid) has very little enthusiasm for life. He works most of the time and is self-absorbed to the point of not really knowing what is going on in the lives of his children. He has no regard for his students and fails to remember their names as pointed out on numerous occasions in the film. Then a chance accident changes his circumstances and turns his life into a bit of a circus. At the hospital, his doctor (played by Sarah Jessica Parker) turns out to be a former student, but of course, he doesn't remember her. After a colleague of the doctor tells Wetherhold about her, he becomes interested and Wetherhold and the doctor become involved in a dating relationship...

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New Prince of Persia Shipping in December

Ubisoft has announced that Prince of Persia will ship December 2, 2008 for the Xbox 360(TM) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, and PC. Prince of Persia: The Fallen King will also ship simultaneously and exclusively for the Nintendo DS(TM) system.

Prince of Persia opens an entirely new chapter in the Prince of Persia universe in addition to introducing a fresh Illustrative art style, evolved combat system, open world structure and dynamic AI – most notably in the form of the Prince's powerful ally Elika.

About Prince of Persia
Set in a land rooted in ancient Persian mythology, the Prince finds himself caught in an epic battle between the primal forces of light and darkness: the God of Light, Ormazd versus his brother Ahriman, the destructive God of Darkness...

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Griffin Technology AirCurve and Clarifi for iPhone

Griffin Technology Inc., creator of all things iPod and iPhone, unveiled its latest innovative iPhone accessories at Apple Expo Paris. AirCurve, Griffin's breakthrough acoustic amplifier dock, actually amplifies and projects the iPhone's sound without speakers or the use of electricity. Also introduced today, Clarifi is a protective case for iPhone that features a built-in lens for close-up photography.

"AirCurve and Clarifi build on Griffin's line of revolutionary, unique accessories for iPhone and iPhone 3G," said Paul Griffin, founder of Griffin Technology. "AirCurve is the perfect addition to an iPhone user's home, allowing them to listen to their music on the iPhone without powered speakers or earphones. And with Clarifi, iPhone lovers can now enjoy their iPhone camera with more close-up detail."

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Silver Seal Flex Waterproof Antimicrobial Keyboard

Seal Shield LLC, introduced the SILVER SEAL FLEX(TM) Keyboard, the world's first keyboard that is fully submersible, dishwasher safe, antimicrobial and glows in the dark. Recent studies have shown computer keyboards to be a major source of cross contamination infections. According to Dr. Charles Gerba, University of Arizona, "the average keyboard harbors 400 times more bacteria than the average toilet seat."

The SILVER SEAL FLEX(TM) Keyboards have been created to help reduce the risk of worldwide cross contaminations, including Norovirus and the "superbug," MRSA. SILVER SEAL FLEX(TM) is made from soft silicon for a comfortable typing experience. It is completely flexible and can be rolled up or folded, making it ideal for mobile applications. The SILVER SEAL FLEX(TM) keyboard combines SEAL SHIELD(TM) waterproof technology (Patent Pending) and Silver Seal Antimicrobial protection, making the SILVER SEAL FLEX(TM) the only silicon keyboard to be fully submersible, Dishwasher Safe and Antimcirobial.

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HBI DreamKeeper 400 Natural Sleep Aid

HBI USA (www.HBIUSA.com), a biomedical device company, announced the launch of DreamKeeper 400 which uses its proprietary Breath Synchronization Program (BSP) and Parallelized ElectroStatic Field (PESF) technology to safely rebuild the user's biological clock and improve the quality and duration of sleep.

Designed to be more powerful, yet safer, than prescription sleep aids, the DreamKeeper is very comfortable to wear. Unlike TENS[1], the PESF technology does not emit an electronic current nor cause pain or tingling to users’ skin.

“The device not only helps users sleep well, but is also very safe and even good for a patient with a pacemaker,” said Dr. Wang, one of the inventors of DreamKeeper 400.

This non-invasive device has no medical side effects and offers long-lasting results (the efficacy of sleep pills cease when users stop taking them).

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Head First Statistics

Wouldn't it be great if there were a statistics book that made histograms, probability distributions, and chi square analysis more enjoyable than going to the dentist? Head First Statistics (O'Reilly, US $34.99) by Dawn Griffiths brings this typically dry subject to life, teaching you everything you want and need to know about statistics through engaging, interactive, and thought-provoking material, full of puzzles, stories, quizzes, visual aids, and real-world examples.

Whether you're a student, a professional, or just curious about statistical analysis, Head First's brain-friendly formula helps you get a firm grasp of statistics so you can understand key points and actually use them. Learn to present data visually with charts and plots; discover the difference between taking the average with mean, median, and mode, and why it's important; learn how to calculate probability and expectation; and much more.

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Apple Introduces New iPod Touch

Apple(R) has introduced the second generation iPod(R) touch featuring an amazingly thin contoured metal design, a gorgeous 3.5-inch widescreen glass display, 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi wireless networking, integrated volume control buttons, a built-in speaker for casual listening, a built-in accelerometer and other advanced sensors, and Apple's revolutionary Multi-Touch(TM) user interface. iPod touch, now available for just $229 for the 8GB model, is perfect for playing music, movies and games, with millions of songs, thousands of Hollywood movies and hundreds of games available on the iTunes(R) Store.

"iPod touch is the funnest iPod we've ever created," said Steve Jobs, Apple's CEO. "Users can listen to millions of songs, watch thousands of Hollywood movies and now, thanks to the App Store, download and play hundreds of great games on their iPod touch."

The new iPod touch is smaller and lighter than the original, with a sleek new design that features a contoured metal enclosure with integrated volume control buttons and a brilliant 3.5-inch widescreen glass display. With its rounded edges, flush display and curved, more compact design, the new iPod touch is more comfortable to hold and more portable than ever.

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DanceDanceRevolution X for PlayStation 2

Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc., announced that DanceDanceRevolution® X for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system has shipped to retail outlets nationwide. The "X" says it all as the game is being released as part of the 10th anniversary celebration of the enormously popular and successful rhythm based game. The latest release for the PlayStation®2 system, DanceDanceRevolution® X offers fans new characters, an original soundtrack, enhanced graphics, interactive gameplay, and innovative new game modes.

In DanceDanceRevolution® X, players can dance their way through a soundtrack that is filled with over 70 major hits packed with brand new songs from some of today's top artists. Additionally, players can enjoy the ultimate club experience as they can dance to continuous DJ mixes of multiple songs. Featuring the brand new LAN Battle Mode, DanceDanceRevolution® X lets up to eight players battle simultaneously through the LAN lines on their PlayStation®2 system. Also, in continuing the game's reputation for improving fitness levels, players can work up a sweat by customizing their own workout programs and, by plugging in the EyeToy™ USB Camera (for PlayStation®2) peripheral, they can put themselves in the game.

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Speed Racer: The Videogame

Speed Racer: The Videogame, published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, hits stores across North America today on the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system along with the Speed Racer DVD. Based on the Warner Bros. Pictures film, Speed Racer: The Videogame features the voices of Emile Hirsch as Speed Racer, Matthew Fox as Racer X and Christina Ricci as Trixie, who reprise their film roles as playable characters.

In Speed Racer: The Videogame, developed by Sidhe Interactive for the PlayStation®2 system, players will race at amazing speeds and engage in “Car-Fu” battles to outmaneuver opponents as they jump, flip, smash and spin competing cars off the track. Select from 25 different drivers and their extreme cars as players take to the track in an effort to win the illustrious World Racing League cup. Speed Racer: The Videogame for PlayStation® 2 system allows players to experience all the twists and turns of the film’s racing sequences with new racers and a new PlayStation®2 system exclusive track.

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Sleeping Beauty 50th Anniversary Platinum Edition

Releasing from the Disney vault at last… and marking the first-ever Disney Classic Animated feature in high definition, Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment proudly awakens Walt Disney’s original Sleeping Beauty with a spectacular 50th Anniversary Platinum Edition-- on October 7, 2008, only for a limited time. Debuting on 2-Disc Blu-ray™ Hi-Def and an a 2-Disc Platinum Edition DVD, the highly-anticipated release heralds the beginning of an exciting new era for Disney’s “Platinum Edition” series allowing viewers to see more than ever before in an all-new edition that will never be seen again, and launches the all-new Disney BD-Live Network. It provides the chance for viewers to combine some of today’s most popular interactive communications platforms - chat, video messages, online interactivity, communal gaming and more – along with their most treasured home entertainment experiences.

The royal debut of Sleeping Beauty on Blu-ray also marks an industry first, as the 2-disc Blu-ray release includes a bonus standard definition DVD of the classic animated film, in the same package. This allows fans of all ages who have anxiously awaited the Platinum Edition DVD release to own the beloved family favorite on standard def DVD while they are preparing to upgrade to spectacular 1080p Hi-def Blu-ray and experience the exciting Disney BD-Live Network.

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Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite Power Toothbrush

Few things can bestow confidence like a bright, healthy smile. Now consumers can achieve a whiter smile simply and naturally with the Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite power toothbrush, a sonic toothbrush specially designed to help whiten teeth. Its unique Clean & White mode, powered by patented sonic technology, switches back and forth between two cleaning frequencies producing alternate waves of speed that effectively remove coffee, tea, red wine and tobacco stains, making teeth as much as two shades whiter in just two weeks.

"Today, people want their teeth to be attractive and healthy, and attractive teeth are white teeth," said Ron Tiktin, Director, Customer Marketing, Philips Sonicare. "Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite lets consumers integrate whitening into their daily oral care routine. It's an easy, everyday solution for achieving whiter teeth in a short period of time."

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WinZip 12 Provides Zip Photo Compression

WinZip Computing, a Corel company, has announced the availability of WinZip® 12.0, the latest version of the world's leading compression software. New capabilities of WinZip 12.0 include industry-first JPEG Zip compression, a complete photo management and sharing solution, improved performance and compatibility and enhanced security options.

WinZip 12.0 makes it easier than ever to work with Zip files and other popular archive formats and adds functionality to improve performance for both home and corporate users.

“WinZip remains the most user-friendly compression tool available, and the new features in version 12.0 allow users to do much more than just compression,” said Shawn Cole, Director of Product Management of WinZip Computing. “WinZip 12.0 includes a complete photo management solution which allows users to download, rotate, zip and send JPEG files - all with WinZip. We like to call it our ‘from camera to grandma’ photo solution.”

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Free Sony Vegas Pro 8 Updates

Sony Creative Software, a leading provider of professional video and audio editing applications, announced the availability of Vegas Pro 8.0c and Vegas Pro 8.1 non-linear editing (NLE) software application updates. Vegas Pro 8.0c makes the transition from other NLE systems to Vegas Pro easier by enabling the user to customize the trimmer window to operate in an enhanced source/preview mode and provides additional support for new video cameras popular with broadcast users, as well as the new PDW-1500 XDCAM deck. As the first 64-bit editing application offered by a leading software developer, Vegas Pro 8.1 provides users increased editing power and flexibility to work with complex memory-hungry 3D projects and high-definition (HD) content.

"The broadcast production community has been eagerly awaiting an efficient and affordable solution for HD and 3D content," said Dave Chaimson, Sony Creative Software vice president of global marketing. "These two updates provide our users with comprehensive technological advancements for increasingly complicated and time-sensitive broadcast productions..."

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