The Professional Case from iLuv Makes Creating Content on the iPad 2 a Breeze

Port Washington, NY (PRWEB) May 31, 2011

iLuv Creative Technology, the premier provider of the most comprehensive line of accessories for the mobile lifestyle, introduces the iCK826 Professional Case for iPad 2 with removable Bluetooth keyboard. This high quality leatherette case combines a number of innovative features designed specifically for professional users or anyone who prefers the tactile response offered by a traditional keyboard to a touchscreen keyboard interface. Like all iLuv products, the iCK826 Professional Case delivers a unique blend of style, functionality and value to the consumers for which it was designed.

The iCK826s most notable feature is the removable Bluetooth keyboard that adds a traditional keyboard experience to the power and portability of the iPad 2. iLuv designed the keyboard so that the keys react and respond to the users touch in the same tactile manner as a traditional computer keyboard, providing a typing experience that is familiar to the user and completely different than that of typing on the devices touchscreen display.

There is no doubt that the iPad products have changed the game in mobile computing, said Pia Chon, marketing director at iLuv. The iCK826 adds tremendous value to an already amazing device by making it just as easy to create documents and media as it is to consume them on an iPad. This will make the iPad a much more powerful and versatile device for many consumers, particularly those who prefer to type on a traditional physical keyboard.

The iCK826s keyboard includes a micro USB port for fast charging of the internal battery that will last up to 30 days on a single charge. Secured with four Velcro strips attractively and elegantly sewn into the leatherette case, the Bluetooth keyboard can be easily removed and will easily operate from across a table or at the foot of a bed in a hotel room.

While the keyboard is certainly the headline act, the iCK826 also offers some simple, yet thoughtful design elements that truly enhances the user experience and have become a hallmark of the iLuv brand. An excellent example is the retractable kick-stand, which ensures the most comfortable viewing angle when typing or consuming any kind of content on the iPad screen. It also includes a stylish leatherette closure with chrome accents that, when set in the open position, rotates out of the way of the screen. The inside of the case is lined with a micro suede inner lining to protect the back of the iPad 2 from scratches.

Designed specifically for the iPad 2, The Professional case features openings for the front and back cameras as well as a cutout for the iPad 2s speaker so not to inhibit sound while watching movies, listening to favorite song while working or playing a favorite game.

Pricing and Availability

The iCK826 is currently available at select iLuv retailers for $ 129.99.

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Attributor Partners With Magazine Publishers of America and Periodical Publishers Association to Stop Piracy and Help Monetize Content Across the Web

San Mateo, CALIF. (PRWEB) June 10, 2010

Attributor, provider of the first Web-wide content monitoring and identification platform, today announced partnerships with the Magazine Publishers of America (MPA) and the Periodical Publishers Association (PPA). The partnership goals are to provide magazine industry professionals in the US and UK with an effective way to stop piracy, increase visibility of how their content is used across the Web, and create more revenue-generating syndication opportunities.

A key aspect of the shared vision between the three organizations involves protecting the value of publisher content. A recent Attributor study found that publisher content reaches 5.3 times more audience on sites who are not licensed to republish those articles. Another study on online magazine infringement highlighted 20 of the more than 2,000 domains that illegally host full-issue downloads of magazines. Unauthorized content reuse is growing more than 15 percent per year, which translates into millions of dollars in lost licensing and advertising revenue per year.

Illegal syndication is taking its toll on the publishing industry, and individual publishers are struggling to monetize and protect the value of their content, said Jim Pitkow, Attributor CEO. Its vital that these publishers have control over their content to eliminate piracy and increase revenue opportunities. Our partnerships with MPA and PPA will allow more publishers access to these services.

With the advent of multi-platform publishing, magazine brands face a very real threat from piracy on the internet, said Barry McIlheney, chief executive of the PPA. At the PPA we have a responsibility to help members tackle this issue and together with Attributor we can provide a way of identifying and protecting high-value content.

With this alliance, the MPAs 225 domestic and 50 international publishing companies, and the PPAs nearly 200 publishing company members, who together publish more than 3,000 consumer, business and customer magazines, will receive a discount on the full suite of Attributor products and services. This discount includes Guardian, which allows content owners real-time access to actionable intelligence about where and how their content is propagating across the entire Internet. Guardian enables member companies to protect their existing online licensing and advertising revenues, identify new licensing opportunities, as well as up-sell existing syndication customers

Attributors content monitoring technology is available in 18 languages and helps content owners protect their copyrighted content. The technology provides 24/7-piracy protection by monitoring more than 35 billion Web pages, including hosting sites, cyberlockers and link farms, continuously scanning for copies of original works. Once a potential infringing copy is found, the content is verified before takedown notifications are sent.

About Attributor

Attributor is a privately held technology company headquartered in San Mateo, Calif. Its content monitoring and enforcement platform enables publishers of all sizes to protect their text, image and video content wherever it appears on the Internet. Attributors customers include John Wiley & Sons, Hachette Book Group, Macmillan, The Associated Press, The Financial Times, Agencia EFE and Deutsche Presse-Agentur, among others. For more information, visit: Attributor.com.

About The Magazine Publishers of America

Magazine Publishers of America (MPA) is the industry association for consumer magazines. Established in 1919, the MPA represents approximately 225 domestic publishing companies with more than 1,000 titles, nearly 50 international companies and more than 100 associate members. Staffed by magazine industry specialists, the MPA is headquartered in New York City, with an office of government affairs in Washington, DC. For more information, visit: magazine.org/.

About The Periodical Publishers Association

The Periodical Publishers Association (PPA) protects and promotes the interests of print and online publishers of consumer and business media in the UK. The PPA has around 200 publishing companies in its membership, which collectively produce more than 2,500 consumer and business magazines and journals as well as digital media, data products and events. For more information, visit: ppa.co.uk/

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Canaan Partners Expands its Digital Media Portfolio and Leads $10M Investment in Associated Content

Menlo Park, CA (PRWEB) August 1, 2007

Canaan Partners, a $ 2.4 billion global venture capital firm, today announced it has led a $ 10 million, Series B investment in Associated Content, a leading online publisher known as "The People's Media Company". The new funding will enable Associated Content to further its commitment to creating an unparalleled network of content producers, and to enhance its publishing and distribution platforms. Warren Lee from Canaan Partners has joined Associated Content's board of directors.

Today's news highlights Canaan's focus on digital media investments, particularly the management and leverage of digital content, new advertising and video revenue models, and new Web-based services for consumers. Canaan has a strong record of success in the digital media market as an early and lead investor in both Match.com and DoubleClick. The firm's current portfolio includes The Active Network, the leading online community for amateur sports enthusiasts; Tremor Media, a company monetizing online video and cracking the code on video advertising; and Blurb, a leader changing the face of publishing by letting anyone easily create and sell bookstore-quality books online.

"Associated Content has created a unique model for content distribution that enables Content Producers from around the world to build their audience," said Warren Lee, Canaan Partners. "We are very enthusiastic about the large market opportunity, the business momentum, and the great team they have assembled. We are excited about helping the Associated Content team continue to refine its offerings and extend its reach."

Founded in 2005, Associated Content is comprised of more than 70,000 Content Producers who contribute to its growing, ad-supported digital media library. Associated Content also operates as a syndication engine, providing brands and publishers with a wide range of quality content generated through its scalable and efficient platform. Existing investors, including Softbank Capital and Tim Armstrong also participated in the round.

"We're thrilled to add Canaan to our existing group of investors and think they can play a substantial role in helping us reach our potential. Associated Content is poised for significant growth, and positioned to fill the rapidly expanding need for more diverse content," said Geoff Reiss, CEO, Associated Content. "With the support of our investors, we will further strengthen our platform, library and distribution efforts, and in turn, support the vast community of talented Content Producers who bring new and original content submissions to AC every day."

About Canaan Partners

Canaan Partners invests in visionary entrepreneurs and provides them the networks, insights and operational guidance required to build high-performance technology and healthcare companies. For 20 years, they have taken an active and committed role in the companies in which they invest, and have completed more than 65 mergers and acquisitions and 51 IPOs. With $ 2.4 billion under management and a worldwide footprint, the firm's technology team is committed to catalyzing the growth of innovative companies in the digital media, communications & mobility, enterprise and clean tech industries. Among its successes are DoubleClick, the leading online advertising solution, Match.com, the most popular online dating site in the world, and Acme Packet, one of the top ten performing IPOs of 2006. Other Canaan technology investments include SuccessFactors, The Active Network, Blurb, Dexterra, ID Analytics and GroundWorks. Canaan has offices in California, Connecticut, India and Israel. For more information visit: http://www.canaan.com

About Associated Content

Associated Content (http://www.associatedcontent.com), "The People's Media Company is a leading online publishing showcase where anyone--from experts and enthusiasts to amateurs and professionals - can become a Content Producer and submit original material on virtually any topic for distribution. Associated Content's Content Producers gain exposure and earn cash by contributing to its ever-expanding collection of ad-supported original articles, videos, images and audio content. Founded by Luke Beatty in 2005, the company has offices in Denver and New York City.

Contact

Erin McMahon-Lyman

Marketing Alchemist

Phone (415) 649-1390

Gina Vakili

Canaan Partners

Phone (650) 854-8092

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