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Announcing Apple Watch Connectivity with the Runn

MINNEAPOLIS, July 18, 2020 — North Pole Engineering announces a major update to its Runn smart treadmill sensor. Runn, when used in conjunction with North Pole Engineering’s heartbeatz connect Apple Watch app, will now allow Apple Watch owners to record treadmill workouts directly on their Watch.

Existing Runn owners can take advantage of this new feature by updating the Runn’s onboard software with North Pole Engineering’s Configurez app. Once the Runn’s software is updated, it is ready to use with any Apple Watch Series 2 and newer.

heartbeatz connect Apple Watch App will track:

  • Speed
  • Distance
  • Incline
  • Cadence
  • Heart Rate

“Apple Watch has become one of the most popular wearables for tracking workouts. Enhancing the Runn to allow an Apple Watch owner to record their run made perfect sense to us, and we are excited to bring this capability to the market,” said Jeff Lasch, Senior Product Manager for North Pole Engineering.

To see Runn in action with the heartbeatz connect Apple Watch app, visit https://youtu.be/_Zaa-xFxDEE

Runn is available for purchase at https://store.npe-inc.com

About North Pole Engineering
North Pole Engineering, Inc (NPE) is an Internet of Things (IoT) product and engineering services company. North Pole Engineering specializes in providing sensors and enabling technologies to various markets including sports, fitness, and wellness. North Pole Engineering helps clients implement cost-effective technology for their sensor-based products and systems to efficiently move data to the Internet where it can enhance operations, reduce costs, and improve customer experiences. Learn more about Runn, heartbeatz, CABLE, GEM Bluetooth/ANT+ modules, WASP IoT gateway, and our engineering services at http://npe-inc.com.

If you would like to learn more about Runn, please email us at info@npe-inc.com or call 612-305-0440.

Chinese short-video giant Kuaishou reaches partnership with Formula E

BEIJING, July 17, 2020Tencent-backed Chinese short video platform Kuaishou has announced the agreement of a "strategic alliance" with Formula E, the FIA-backed single-seater motorsport championship.

The agreement will see Kuaishou take on several designations, including Formula E’s exclusive short-video content partner, exclusive live streaming short-video platform, and official promotional partner.

Kuaishou is China’s leading short video platform with over 300 million daily active users browsing a user-generated content archive of over 20 billion videos, according to the data announced by the company in January 2020.

Under the collaboration with Formula E, more exclusive content including race highlights, behind-the-scenes footage and driver profiles will be created on Kuaishou.

Kuaishou and Formula E said they will also be exploring jointly-created events, live streams, and the use of ‘multi-channel networks’ to attract a broader audience to the race series.

"We are glad to establish such win-win strategic cooperation with Formula E and looking forward to see Kuaishou’s coverage and penetration in China to effectively help global IPs such as Formula E to expand their brand influence in China," said Yan Qiang, senior vice-president of Kuaishou.

The video archive of the Kuaishou app has 35 categories of sports content, including basketball, football, table tennis, motorsport, as well as activities such as fishing, skateboarding and parkour. There are over 40,000 high-quality sports video creators and more than 1.2 billion sports activity browsers on the platform.

Chinese short-video giant Kuaishou reaches partnership with Formula E
Chinese short-video giant Kuaishou reaches partnership with Formula E

"We hope that this collaboration with Kuaishou can push forward the domestication process of Formula E in China, not to mention the development of the Chinese racing culture," said Elms Wang, CEO of Enova Holdings, the exclusive organizer of Formula E in China.

Enova Holdings has the right to commercialize all rights relating to Formula E in Greater China, including sponsorship, ticketing, media rights, hospitality, gaming, and live performances and shows.

The 2019-20 Formula E season, which was cut short due to the Covid-19 pandemic, had two Chinese racing teams, NIO 333 FE Team and DS Techeetah; one Chinese driver, Ma Qinghua, racing for NIO 333 FE Team; and a Chinese Grand Prix, the Sanya ePrix, which was set for March 21 before it was canceled due to Covid-19.

About Kuaishou Technology

Kuaishou Technology, headquartered in Beijing, China, runs Kuaishou, one of the world’s leading short video social platforms since 2011, boasting more than 300 million daily active users so far. Users can use the platform to create and share videos with friends and their communities through posts, likes and comments. Known for its active and vibrant community with more than 20 billion daily views, the app is available on iOS and Android.

Algorand Selected For Official Chess Ratings As FIDE Online Arena Launches First Ever Digital Games

World Chess leverages Algorand to remove friction in new era of decentralized and transparent gaming; expands access to players globally

BOSTON, June 18, 2020 — Algorand, a world-class blockchain powering secure and efficient frictionless exchange, today announced official ratings and titles data from World Chess players will be recorded on Algorand’s decentralized blockchain network in real-time, bringing reliability and transparency to the rating system of digital chess.

Coming on the launch of digital chess games by FIDE Online Arena, millions of chess ratings from players all around the world will be recorded on the Algorand blockchain for the first time ever, and universally accessible to all other chess platforms and media sites, making this a momentous event for both the digital chess and blockchain communities.

Algorand’s open, public blockchain brings full transparency and automation to the digital chess ecosystem. As player ratings will be verified on the blockchain, results reporting will be reliable and secure from fraudulent activity. With the Algorand protocol removing friction from the existing model, millions of global chess players will have access to transparent reporting to one of the world’s most popular games. Algorand’s public ledger provides enterprise-grade scalability to accommodate digital chess organizations’ need to verify ratings for the hundreds of millions of chess players globally. The combination of transparency, security and scalability make Algorand the preferred platform for reliable and transparent reporting in the digital gaming ecosystem.

“We are beyond thrilled to partner with FIDE Online Arena and World Chess to bring digital chess ratings onto the Algorand blockchain for the first time,” said Sean Ford, COO of Algorand. “This historic moment brings the blockchain community one step closer to mainstream adoption, as a widely popular competitive game like chess leverages distributed ledger technology to serve as the official record for trust of millions of online chess players and fans.” 

Six months after World Chess, the designer of the online chess experience and the company that organized the 2016 and 2018 Championship matches, announced a hybrid IPO on Algorand, World Chess is leveraging the Algorand blockchain to further develop inclusive and modern gaming opportunities for millions of chess players around the world, including rewards and incentives for the chess community, internal currency and blockchain-based live betting.

“It’s exciting to continue bringing innovation to chess,” said Ilya Merenzon, CEO of World Сhess.  “The advent of digital games on the internet made chess more popular than before, and now we can’t wait to further explore blockchain innovation for digital chess.”

World Chess will be hosting a virtual game on June 17 where renowned player Sergey Karjakin and Turing Award-winning cryptographer and Algorand Founder, Silvio Micali will face off in a match. Viewers will be able to witness the first-ever recorded digital chess ratings on the blockchain. To view this historic event please visit: www.worldchess.com.

About Algorand Inc.
Algorand Inc. built the world’s first open source, permissionless, pure proof-of-stake blockchain protocol for the next generation of financial products. This blockchain, the Algorand protocol, is the brainchild of Turing Award-winning cryptographer Silvio Micali. A technology company dedicated to removing friction from financial exchange, Algorand Inc. is powering the DeFi evolution by enabling the creation and exchange of value, building new financial tools and services, bringing assets on-chain and providing responsible privacy models. For more information, visit https://www.algorand.com/

About FIDE Online Arena
FIDE Online Arena – the official online chess platform which awards official online ratings and titles. It hosts rated tournaments and games 24 hours per day. The platform’s fairplay is supported by advanced FIDE-approved anti cheating software. The platform was launched in June 2020. https://arena.myfide.net/.

About FIDE
The International Chess Federation or Fédération Internationale des Echecs (FIDE), is recognized by its members and the International Olympic Committee as the international federation in the domain of chess, the supreme body responsible for the sport of chess and its Championships. FIDE has the sole rights to organize the World Chess Championships and the Chess Olympiads. www.fide.com

About World Chess
World Chess is a London-based media company. It’s official broadcaster of the World Chess Federation events and a commercial partner of the World Chess Federation (FIDE). World Chess organized the World Championship Matches in Russia, USA, and the UK. It revolutionized chess by signing the biggest media partnerships in the history of chess. World Chess is also developing Armageddon, the chess league designed for television. It operates worldchess.com.

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Chinese Sports Technology Brand Keep and Fitness Brand Zumba(R) to Hold Strategic Collaboration Conference Online

BEIJING, June 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — On May 30, sports technology brand Keep and world’s leading brand Zumba® Fitness held a unique online global press conference, at which the two firms announced the roll out of a program in China that is expected to inject new vitality and energy into the summer of 2020. 

Zhao Xi, General Manager of Keep Marketing Center Delivered Speech on the Conference
Zhao Xi, General Manager of Keep Marketing Center Delivered Speech on the Conference

At the event, Keep announced the launch of a series of genuine Zumba® courses, a world-leading fitness brand. This marks Keep’s deep commitment to the introduction of copyrighted content, as well as an expansion in the variety of its courses and in the portfolio of licensed fitness content. 

Keep invited 5 heavyweight Bilibili video uploaders to participate in the conference as Zumba® experience officers and dance with internationally renowned Zumba® instructors. This interaction continues to support the spread of these types of fitness programs and gain a legitimate foothold in China. The collaboration between the two firms gives China’s young adults an opportunity to know and experience Zumba® and enables further collaboration on and exchanges of sports cultures. 

At the sharing session themed “At Keep, exercise what you like” that was part of the press conference, Zhao Xi, general manager of the Keep marketing center, related Keep’s thinking over the last few years in terms of further exploration into the world of sports and fitness. “The original intention of Keep is to enable more people to experience science-based exercise and enjoy a healthy lifestyle anytime and anywhere,” said Zhao. Keep is committed to examining more possibilities on breaking down the boundaries that inhibit people from taking that first step towards engaging in a healthy exercise routine and making it possible for every person to find the content that resonates with their expectations.

During the five years since Keep’s founding, the firm has accumulated over 200 million sports-loving users. The platform has introduced a variety of courses that meet the diversified needs of different groups when it comes to sports and exercise, such as the Tai Chi series courses in cooperation with Taiji Zen, ballet courses in partnership with the Russian Hermitage Ballet, and plot run courses in cooperation with Marvel. Keep is not only focusing on the amount of content that it plans to make available, but also on the diversity of the content offerings.

This formal and strategic collaboration with the international fitness brand Zumba® supported the launch of its newest HIIT program, Strong Nation™. A music-led, high-intensity training exercise class that combines bodyweight, muscle conditioning, cardio, and plyometric training moves. Routines are created first and then music is reverse-engineered to match every move perfectly, for a unique workout experience. This new concept, which emphasizes music, is the main motivator, allowing participants to burn more calories while toning abs, legs, arms, and glutes.

Compared with traditional training routines, Zumba® moves beyond the limitations of basic aerobics, turning something that feels repetitive into an exciting and stimulating event. Zumba’s huge number of fans lose weight effortlessly while dancing joyfully. CEO Alberto Perlman claims that, “Zumba now has millions of class participants worldwide.”  Knowing that nothing compares to a live class experience, Zumba® acknowledges that trying classes at home is often the beginning of the Zumba® journey so that is why working with Keep has been a great collaboration. We (Zumba®) are happy to collaborate with companies around the world that align with this journey, and that’s why we are so excited to be working with Keep.” 

Alberto Perlman, CEO of Zumba Joined the Video Conference
Alberto Perlman, CEO of Zumba Joined the Video Conference

The collaboration allows Keep’s users to engage in their exercise routine mentored by licensed Zumba® Instructors from Keepland, as well as experience 14 of Zumba’s official programs via the Keep app anytime and anywhere. Keep and Zumba® will continue to work together to keep users engaged in both of their programs: Zumba® and Strong Nation™

With a deep understanding of user expectations, Keep is committed to creating an excellent fitness experience by providing users with increasingly improved fitness solutions enhanced by the brand’s insights into user habits and preferences as well as its competitive content and enhanced products.

Keep will continue implementing its strategy of providing users with outstanding fitness solutions via the app backed by professional and customized content with a focus on meeting user expectations. Keep also plans to explore more lifestyle scenarios for fitness professionals and enthusiasts and build a complete closed-loop sport technology ecosystem, while collaborating with more content partners to improve the health of people around the world by increasing the adoption of its open and professional content.

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Hublot Launches the BIG BANG e

NYON, Switzerland, June 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Hublot first released the Big Bang in 2005. Since then, this model has come to embody Swiss watchmaking in the third millennium.

In 2018, the first connected version of the Big Bang made its debut. And now, Hublot unveils the BIG BANG e.

The new incarnation of the brand’s Art of Fusion ethos: a fusion between tradition and innovation, cutting edge materials and the latest digital technology.

To mark the 2018 FIFA Football World Cup™ in Russia, Hublot presented their first connected watch model, the Big Bang Referee 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™. Equipped with the latest technological developments then available for wearable technology, this formidable tool was used both by referees on the pitch and by football fans, as a virtual stadium so they could join in with the competition. Two years later, Hublot returns with a new model: the BIG BANG e, a connected watch equipped with the latest technology that adopts all the iconic Big Bang codes.

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“Electronic watches were created in Switzerland using quartz in the 1970s. Fifty years later, we are continuing in the same innovative vein by producing a second smart watch which boasts an extremely high level of technological sophistication, whilst embodying all the aesthetic values, technical features and excellence that have ensured the reputation of our Big Bang collection. Ever more faithful to our “Art of Fusion” motto, we wanted the BIG BANG e to unite Hublot’s highly advanced technical materials with the very latest innovations from today’s digital world.” – Ricardo Guadalupe, CEO of HUBLOT

Full of sophistication and advanced technology, this piece fits in perfectly with Hublot’s watchmaking tradition. All the codes that have helped build the brand’s reputation thus far can be recognised instantly, by enthusiasts and the public alike.  A good pedigree always shines through! Its case is cut from materials such as black ceramic or titanium in a “sandwich” construction, an innovative style invented by Hublot in 2005. Extremely complex, it comprises 42 components, 27 of which are for the K Module alone, the “cage” which houses the digital heart of the watch. The design of the screws and pushers, the scratchproof sapphire crystal, and its rubber strap – with deployant buckle invented by Hublot in 1980 for the Classic model and the patented One Click system for easy interchangeability –  leave no-one in doubt: element by element, it is clear that this is a true Big Bang! 

The BIG BANG e is available in a 42 mm case, made from a choice of titanium or ceramic. The hour numerals are metallised underneath the scratchproof sapphire crystal, which is covered with an AMOLED high definition touchscreen. Just like a mechanical version of the Big Bang, its rotary crown with integrated pusher is used to activate the controls for its electronic module. Developed in partnership with other brands within the LVMH Group, the watch is adapted and perfected to meet Hublot’s requirements.

Transferring their traditional expertise into this new digital environment, the designers in Nyon have developed new watch functionalities. Apart from the “Time Only” analogue function, the BIG BANG e features exclusive interpretations of traditional watch complications, such as a Perpetual Calendar with an immaculately precise moon phase or a second GMT time zone, which presents the earth in a very realistic way. These functionalities have been revisited and enhanced to take advantage of the possibilities offered by the digital world. Despite this built-in technology, Hublot guarantees the watch is water-resistant to a depth of 30 meters.

Powered with Wear OS by Google™, the BIG BANG e enables customization to the smartwatch experience. The wearer can access apps on Google Play, get answers on the go with Google Assistant and make fast simple payments with Google Pay. For a more personal experience, easily swipe to helpful information and stay up to date with notifications and messages. In addition, dials specifically created by the talented Hublot ambassadors and Friends of the Brand will be gradually unveiled.

Available as soon as the BIG BANG e is released, the first edition is part of the #HublotLovesArt movement: a series of eight dials stemming from the imagination of storytelling artist Marc Ferrero. Every three hours, the dial changes colour, meaning eight creations are displayed in sequence over a 24-hour period. Each of these is based on a specific colour: Happy Yellow, Magic Blue, Orange Dynamite, All White, Lucky Green, Magic Red, Rainbow Spirit and Black Magic. And that is not all. Every full hour is marked with the appearance of an animation that lasts five seconds. A very #HublotLovesArt way of adding a touch of colour and rhythm to different moments throughout the day!

The BIG BANG e will be produced in two different editions: one in titanium and one in black ceramic. For the first time in Hublot’s history, this watch will be sold online on the brand’s website as well as on the Wechat network in China. It will then be available to purchase in boutiques and the traditional network.

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BIG BANG e titanium
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BIG BANG e ceramic

 

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SiriusXM Adds Australian Football League Matches, Weekly Show with Eddie McGuire to Sports Lineup

Renowned Australian commentator and AFL Club President Eddie McGuire to host “Aussie Football Rules America with Eddie McGuire every Thursday exclusively on SiriusXM

SiriusXM’s AFL Match of the Week kicks off tonight, June 4 with a replay of the classic 2018 AFL Grand Final; Weekly games from 2020 season begin airing June 11 when season resumes

NEW YORK, June 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — SiriusXM announced today that it is adding Australian Football League programming to its sports lineup for the first time ever, featuring a new exclusive show hosted by Australian media icon Eddie McGuire, as well as play-by-play broadcasts of an AFL Match of the Week.

Aussie Football Rules America with Eddie McGuire will debut tonight, June 4th and will air every Thursday from 6:00-7:00 pm ET, on SiriusXM’s Dan Patrick Radio channel (ch. 211), recapping the previous week’s AFL action and looking ahead at the exciting matches in the weekend ahead.

McGuire is a household name in Australia as one of the most prominent media personalities in his home country.  He has been deeply involved in Australian Rules Football throughout his life, from his days as a youth player and his first job as an Australian Rules Football statistician and reporter, to playing a leading role in his country’s sport today. 

A passionate and devoted Collingwood fan since childhood, McGuire became one of the youngest Presidents in football when at 33 years of age he took over Australia’s most famous club at its lowest period in its history.  Since then he has presided over Collingwood reclaiming its position as a powerhouse in Australian sport, both on and off the field, with the building of state of the art training facilities and being central to the rebuilding of the Melbourne Cricket Ground where Collingwood regularly plays in front of crowds of over 90,000 people.  On the field Collingwood won the Grand Final of 2010 and has been to the big dance in 2002, 2003, 2010 (for a draw and a famous replay win), 2011 and 2018.  Collingwood has also made the playoffs 12 times in that period. 

McGuire was honored with the Australian Sports Medal for services to Australian Rules Football, the Centenary Medal for services to the Media and Football and the Order of Australia Medal AM for services to ‘Philanthropy and the Media.’  He is also a member of the MCG and AFL Media Hall Of Fame.

“SiriusXM serves millions of fans and listeners across North America and I’m thrilled to be bringing our great sport to their sports lineup for the first time,” said McGuire.  “There’s not a better platform for me to connect with Aussie Rules fans on the other side of the world, and to share the news of our sport as we get back into action this month.  If you’re not fan of Aussie Footy yet, join us!  You will be!”

McGuire is one of the country’s most watched and listened to TV and radio personalities.  In addition to being a prominent Australian Rules commentator and host on Fox Sports and the Nine Network, he is host of the hugely popular The Hot Breakfast radio show in Melbourne, and weeknights hosts the Channel Nine program Millionaire Hot Seat, the Australian version of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? which he has done since 1999.  McGuire has hosted and called Olympic Games, Formula One races, The Logie Awards (the Australian version of the Emmys) and numerous other major event television and radio shows throughout his career.  He is also the former CEO of the Nine Network and is the Chairman of his own media production business.

“Eddie is an icon in sports and entertainment in Australia, and with his history in the sport and knowledge of the game, he’s the perfect host for our first show dedicated to Australian Rules Football,” said Scott Greenstein, SiriusXM President and Chief Content Officer.  “Aussie Football Rules America will be entertaining and informative, and we’re very excited to present it along with AFL matches on our air for the first time.  No matter where AFL fans are from, they can stay connected with the game and their teams.  We look forward to introducing this great sport to more fans in North America.”

Immediately following Aussie Football Rules America, SiriusXM listeners will hear a special rebroadcast of the Australian Football League’s Match of The Week called by the number one AFL radio broadcast, Triple M (Southern Cross Austereo).  The 2020 AFL season is set to resume on June 11 after it was paused due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Tonight listeners will hear the classic 2018 Grand Final match between the West Coast Eagles and the Collingwood Football Club.

“SiriusXM is the leading audio entertainment platform in the United States and to be able to take our game, Australian Rules Football to the millions of listeners via their sports programming is a partnership the AFL is proud to be a part of,” said Gillon McLachlan, AFL Chief Executive Officer.  “We love our footy in Australia and look forward to sharing its passion with the audience in North America.”

Aussie Football Rules America with Eddie McGuire and AFL matches will air nationwide on SiriusXM’s exclusive Dan Patrick Radio channel, which is available on SiriusXM radios (channel 211), online at SiriusXM.com and on the SiriusXM app for connected devices and speakers.

The Australian Football League (AFL) is the pre-eminent competition of Australian Rules Football.  The league consists of 18 teams spread over five of Australia’s six states competing in a 23-round regular (home-and-away) season. The team with the best record after the home-and-away series is awarded the “minor premiership.”  The top eight teams then play off in a four-round finals series, culminating in the AFL Grand Final.  For more on the AFL go to afl.com.au.

SiriusXM is now offering listeners its best streaming offer yet: Sign up to stream SiriusXM for 4 months free with a new subscription.  To see offer details and to start listening on the SiriusXM app, on connected devices and smart speakers in your home, go to SiriusXM.com/HomeFree.

Aussie Football Rules America with Eddie McGuire is produced in Melbourne, Australia by JAMTV Australia.

About SiriusXM

Sirius XM Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: SIRI) is the leading audio entertainment company in the U.S., and the premier programmer and platform for subscription and digital advertising-supported audio products. Pandora, a subsidiary of SiriusXM, is the largest ad-supported audio entertainment streaming service in the U.S. SiriusXM and Pandora together reach more than 100 million people each month with their audio products. SiriusXM, through Sirius XM Canada Holdings, Inc., also offers satellite radio and audio entertainment in Canada. In addition to its audio entertainment businesses, SiriusXM offers connected vehicle services to automakers and directly to consumers through aftermarket devices. For more about SiriusXM, please go to: www.siriusxm.com.

About JAM TV Australia
JAM TV is one of Australia’s largest independent production companies specializing in sport and entertainment. Each year, JAM TV produces more than 1000 hours of television and audio content to major broadcasters from original formats, live sport and studio based entertainment. For more information, please visit https://jamtvaustralia.com.au

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4DReplay to provide 4DLive to Softbank’s 5G Service

SEOUL, South Korea, May 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — 4DReplay, a member company of the Born2Global Centre, will be providing its 4DLive solution for Japanese multinational company Softbank’s 5G mobile communications service. 4DReplay has been an active member of the Born2Global Centre since 2017.

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4DLive is a media technology that enables immersive viewing of sports events on a mobile device. In early March this year, Softbank announced the details of its 5G services, highlighting one that utilizes 4DLive. Softbank has converged 5G with baseball games and other sports events. 5G supports high speed transmission of large-scale data, and will be utilized to relay a new type of sports videos in real time, including time-slicing at any angle.

4DReplay specializes in solutions creating 4-dimensional realistic videos. It is a technology that creates videos that leap beyond the boundaries of time and space using multiple 4K cameras. The essence is a function that allows viewers to watch a video at any given point in time. When applied to sports, movies, and television, it offers exhilarating scenes in real time. Unlike previous filming methods that are more focused on space, this technology showcases the movement of a subject from a 360° angle at any given moment.

Since first entering the US market in 2016, 4DReplay’s technology has become recognized globally. Its realistic media technology has been used in the broadcast of major sports events, including those involving the NBA, NHL, MLB and PGA Championships, and UFC matches. The 4DReplay solution was utilized in the MLB World Series in 2019 and garnered great interest among baseball fans around the world. It is also being utilized for Korea’s professional baseball league, which opened this year on May 5, and videos are being aired of all games taking place in Jamsil Stadium using 4DReplay technology.

In step with the increasing trend in “untact” (no-contact) media relay, 4DReplay plans to expand its reach globally, and is currently pursuing contracts with global telecommunications companies in North America and China.

Hongsu Jung, CEO of 4DReplay, said, “With the spread of an untact’ culture, i.e., the social distancing that is prevalent due to the proliferation of COVD-19, we are seeing a rapid increase in inquiries not only from global media outlets and telecommunications companies wishing to relay videos using 4DReplay’s time-slicing realistic media technology but also countries that have launched or are planning to launch 5G services.”

For more detailed information on 4DReplay, visit https://www.4dreplay.com/.

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DreamFuelling aims to make a million dreams come true

SYDNEY, May 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Faced with the gloom of COVID 19, business coach Mark Bowness has created a platform to help people escape the negative situation and hopefully fulfil a personal dream. With the current isolation challenges, seeing beyond the next day, let alone dreaming of a future goal, has become a struggle for many. Mr Bowness saw others struggling and dreams shattered due to COVID 19 which made him even more determined to launch his idea of DreamFuelling.

Dreamfueller Serbian Tennis Star Laslo Djere
Dreamfueller Serbian Tennis Star Laslo Djere

The DreamFuelling project connects those with a dream, together with a worldwide army of those who can fulfil one, using their time, resources or skills. A sharing economy; sharing kindness and generosity to help others in pursuit of a dream.

One such Dreamfueller is world #80, Serbian tennis star Laslo Djere.

“I know first-hand how it feels to have a big dream that others consider crazy and the importance of having people on your side to make it reality, which is why I’m offering a mentoring session to one aspiring tennis player so I can help fuel their dream,” said Laslo.

Mark is passionately driven by wanting to connect people to fulfil dreams and since launching this week, already has 76 dreams shared and over 200 people prepared to help. Amazing offers have been made – a radio host to help create a podcast, a flight in a fighter jet, a moving story of a survivor of domestic violence, offering safe shelter to women.

Dreams shared – turning first world junk into third world treasure. Mari, living in Australia but originally from Brazil, has seen furniture thrown out that could be used in less developed countries where poverty is significant. The recycling of furniture and household items that would otherwise end up in landfill could be sent to families in poorer countries to help them set up home.

Mark believes its only as a result of chasing our dreams that we will help solve unemployment issues, homelessness and find new ways to make a better world.

“Whether you’re a single parent wanting to go to night-school to create a better future, or a young athlete dreaming of coaching from their sports idol, turn a hobby into a profession, or have a vision to launch a charity helping the homeless community, no dream is too big, or small,” says Mark.

http://dreamfuelling.com/

For information Susie (+61)-(0)415-448-007, susie@hullabaloopr.com.au

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Huami Amazfit X Smartwatch with 92° Curved Display, Titanium Unibody and Button Free Design Goes on Sale by Crowdfunding

LOS ANGELES, April 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The Amazfit X Smartwatch with curved AMOLED screen and button free design by Huami (NYSE: HMI) finally went on sale by crowdfunding on Indiegogo after making its name known by the world at IFA 2019. The crowdfunding price starts at USD 149, comparably an appealing order for the first biters such as business, fitness elites and Amazfit fans.  

Featuring a button-free design with a 2.07-inch curved AMOLED display, titanium alloy uni-body, the Huami self-developed BioTracker™ PPG optical sensor, as well as a 7-day uninterrupted usage on a single charge[1], the futuristic Amazfit X is setting a new trend in smart wearables industry since its launch in Berlin.

Amazfit X Curved Display, Titanium Unibody and Button Free Design
Amazfit X Curved Display, Titanium Unibody and Button Free Design

Big Curved AMOLED Display, Making Your Wearable Look Distinguished

Designed for business avant-garde, Amazfit X dedicates to surpassing the mainstream smartwatch functionalities. The cutting-edge Amazfit X features 2.07-inch AMOLED display curved at 92° curvatures to fit your wrist, while offering much more screen space. A 3-segment-motherboard connected through flexible circuit in order to adapt the device’s curves. A friendly larger visionary experience for Apps can be organized to your daily use, and less scrolling to find what you need. The 326ppi HD resolution display shows 100% NTSC color saturation and peak screen brightness of 400 nits.

Fine Glass and Titanium Unibody, and the Button Free Experience at the First Touch

The Amazfit X features a minimalistic design that does away with buttons and watch crowns that can dig on your wrist. Instead this watch stays sleek with a pressure button that helps you access everything with a press of your finger.

Thanks to a force-sensing sensor, the first noteworthy design of Amazfit X is titanium alloy unibody without any buttons. Users can complete the operation through the force-sensing button on the right side of the watch. It responds to your touch with textured, natural vibrations, so your fingertips know they’re in control.

The Amazfit X is made with a level of precision you’d expect from a finely crafted watch. The curved screen cover glass is required to be heated at 700°C. Then a 6-step bending process should be taken until the Amazfit X reaches a 92° super arc that wraps comfortably around your wrist. The TC4 titanium alloy, with high strength and excellent corrosion resistance, is used as material in aerospace with the purpose of weight reduction. Amazift X makes the metal with glass together in less than 39g with short fluoro-rubber strap, despite complicated high making-cost in the process.

Resonating with global pioneers to further activate a business and fitness lifestyle, 3D Corning Gorilla glass and anti-fingerprint coating makes Amazfit X scratch resistant and easy to keep clean, and more exquisite watch faces can be downloaded from Amazfit App.

Stress Level and More Precise Monitoring for the Health Driven Goal

Amazfit X is designed with the reliable heart rate monitoring system, reaching your fitness goals and health management effectively. Equipped with Huami self-developed BioTracker™ PPG optical sensor, Amazfit X supports high-precision 24/7 continuous heart rate measurement with heart rate zones.

Amazfit X can also detect stress 4 level when the user is feeling tense through heart rate variability. It monitors your heart rate throughout the day and will give you updates on where your stress levels are: Relaxed, Normal, Medium, and High.

Amazfit X brings the PAI™ Health technology for the elite users. The PAI incorporates the algorithm that can motivate you to move with meaning with a simple goal that is personalized to each user’s experience. It tracks all of your activity based on your heart rate data and translates it into an easy-to-understand score giving you the health effects of your exercise. It is a single actionable metric, which can make sense of heart rate and an easy way to see if you’re doing enough exercise to stay healthy. According to the HUNT Fitness Study[2] research results, keeping your PAI value above 100 will help reduce the risk of death by cardiovascular disease and increase life expectancy.

Besides PAI, Amazfit X featured with SpO2 sensor which can measure oxygen levels or oxygen saturation in your blood[3]. And the 6-axis IMU, along with the curved body can track your data more precisely.

Complete with a GPS+GLONASS dual-satellite positioning system, you can easily track your route even when you travel abroad through Amazfit X.

7 Days for A Single Charge and Just Fit All the Ways You Move

This innovative Amazfit X features a 200mAh curved lithium battery lasts 7-days on a single charge[4].

Amazfit X provides 9 sports modes that support outdoor running, walking, outdoor cycling, indoor cycling, open water swimming, pool swimming, elliptical trainer, indoor fitness and treadmill. Its 5ATM water resistant[5] design also allows you to advance activities under water, keeping track of your performance in open water swimming or triathlons is made easier than ever.

Amazfit X looks like a band but is a real smartwatch. When connected to the smartphone, it supports notifications push from SMS messages, emails, calendar and all contents will be displayed on the display. Built-in apps are also available for easy access. It allows Bluetooth music control to directly operate watch while exercising without having to pull out your phone.

Pricing and availability

Amazfit X will be available in 28th April on Indiegogo: shorturl.at/eoEO0. Suggested crowdfunding price starts at USD149.

Huami Amazfit X Smartwatch will be available globally without shipping fee. Limited super early bird is offered. The crowdfunding prices will be the lowest, and will soon go up after the campaign end.

Specifications

Brand / Model

Amazfit X

Screen

2.07-inch flexible color AMOLED screen
Resolution: 206×640 pixels
326 PPI

Size

55.4 x 22.8 x 13.6mm

Weight

39g with short wrist strap

Color

Eclipse Black, New Moon Gold

Connectivity

GPS, GLONASS, Bluetooth 5.0

Sensors

PPG Optical HRM Sensor, SpO2 Sensor, 6-axis IMU, Ambient Light Sensor

Lens Materials

Corning Gorilla 3 tempered glass and anti-fingerprint coating

Strap Size

22mm

Body Materials

TC4 Titanium alloy

Strap Materials

Fluororubber

Waterproof

5 ATM

Battery Life

200mAh
Daily use: up to 7 days(test data in lab)[6]

Package

Magnetic charging stand, Replaceable long wrist strap, user manual

Sports Modes

9 sports modes

24-hour Heart Rate Monitoring

Yes

Smart Notifications

Yes


[1]Tests conducted in-lab, battery life may vary according to test conditions and usage.

[2]HUNT Fitness Study: This study was a sub-project of the HUNT study, and was led by Professor Ulrik Wisloff of the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. The HUNT study lasted over 35 years and involved more than 230,000 participants.

[3]This is not a medical device and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or monitoring of any medical condition

[4]Tests conducted in-lab, battery life may vary according to test conditions and usage

[5]Waterproofing is tested according to the GB/T 30106-2013 standard, and meets the 5ATM atmospheric pressure waterproofing standard. The Amazfit X has passed testing by the National Watch Quality Supervision and Inspection Center.

[6]Tests conducted in-lab, battery life may vary according to usage, settings, and other factors.

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