http:// 2013-05-20T01:06:25Z 2013-05-20T01:06:25Z with-music-education-at-risk-musicians-and-teachers-take-action

Perth, WA, May 20, 2013 - Peter Luff, the conductor of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra, doesn’t believe that the children are being exposed enough to music in elementary school. Furthermore, he feels that music should be a right and that adults, educational and music professionals most notably, have the obligation to impart some kind of musical knowledge and appreciation to them.The Queensland Symphony Orchestra has been performing during an annual concert series to elementary schools specifically in an effort to fight against the decline in well-supported music and arts programs.From the Queensland Conservatory of Music, Dr Ralph Hultgren makes the claim that musical education is much more creative than math and other subjects, and that it is music that enhances a person, separating them from everyone else. Music education also correlates with increased performances in math and other academic subjects, making it the perfect supporter of those other fields. It can also lead to increased social skills, including the greater capacity for teamwork.In fact, a good number of music and non-music academics agree that music education is very important to a well-rounded, holistic education, and is much more than just learning how to play an instrument, although that is a facet of it. That is not to say that math and other tested subjects are not as important, or even less, but that musical instruction is just as important as instruction and development in those areas.This being said however, Hultgren also makes mention of the point that music teachers should be trained professional in a way, thus making the quality of the education that much better. An average music fan could not effectively teach a music class without proper training and a specialist of sorts is required for the best possible music instruction.Other school principals and administrators are nervous about increased cuts to music program, especially in light of the new government NAPLAN teaching reform. Teachers and principals agree that music and instrument playing tuition is very important to a better education and development as a person overall. The QSO and other musical organisations continue to push for better music programs in primary schools nationwide.Monster Music, an online network of music teachers in Australia, and its owner, musician and teacher Danny Achurch, fully support the growth of music programs in primary schools and are against the cuts made to schools for any reason.“Music programs are so vitally important for our children,” Achurch, a personally major proponent of musical education states. “If a school cuts its music program, I feel that it’s letting down its children and students and short-changing them from what could be the best possible education for them.” Being a teacher himself, Achurch knows the value that teaching children of any age about music holds. “It doesn’t just make them a better student, but it makes them a better overall person to be able to appreciate music and express themselves creatively.” He claims on the subject. “Monster Music’s mission is to spread music education to those who need it and we do it because that’s what’s best for our young people.” Monster Music provides piano, violin, singing, and guitar lessons in Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Sydney, and many other cities across the whole country. For more information about them, please visit http://www.monstermusic.com.au/ or call 08 9335 8881 now.

2013-05-08T20:43:04Z hisense-re-designs-affordable-luxury-with-its-stunning-xt780-smart-100hz-full-hd-3dtv

MELBOURNE, Australia – May 9, 2013 – Hisense today announced the introduction of the XT780, a 65 inch 100Hz Full High Definition 3D Smart TV with a newly designed TV stand and clear edge frame. The 65 inch XT780 combines large screen performance, leading quality and advanced functionality to be an iconic centre point of any entertainment hub. Using the latest Hisense Smart TV user interface, with built in WiFi for Web browsing, Skype for video chat, and online access to TV shows, music and more.With a few presses of a button, checking weather or accessing your own entertainment via the is as simple as turning on your TV. In addition, the XT780 turns ordinary photos, movies and live TV into a totally new experience with the 2D to 3D converter (3D glasses sold separately). 4 x HDMI inputs allows for the addition of multiple gaming devices and Blu-ray™ players to satisfy all members of the family. As with our entire TV range for 2013, MHL is integrated in this mid-range Hisense TV, allowing users to screen share exactly what’s on the screen of their compatible device. “Consumers expect solid performance and quality — when it comes to the XT780, we are delivering that along with style and great design. A true combination of style and substance,” said Andre Iannuzzi, head of Marketing, Hisense Australia. The XT780 series is available at JB Hi-Fi, The Good Guys, and BSR from end of May 2013 onward. For more information about Hisense’s range of innovative products and accessories visit www.hisense.com.au. About Hisense Australia Pty LtdHisense is a global television and refrigeration manufacturer active in more than 130 countries worldwide. More than 40 million people buy and enjoy Hisense products globally every year. Since arriving in Australia in 2006, Hisense has grown to be one of the fastest emerging TV and Home Appliance brands in Australia, distributed through more than 1,000 leading retail stores nationally. Established in 2006, Hisense Australia Pty Ltd is an Australian based subsidiary of Hisense Company Ltd.Hisense televisions and home appliances are available at Australia’s leading national electronics retailers including JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman, The Good Guys and BSR.Find Hisense Australia at the following social media sites: Twitter: www.twitter.com/Hisense_AustFacebook: www.facebook.com/HisenseAUInstagram: www.instagram.com/HisenseAUPinterest: www.pinterest.com/HisenseAU

2013-05-02T22:35:00Z citrix-unveils-podio-instant-messaging-and-video-chat

For media inquiries:Ellen Sinclair, Howorth02 8281 3228 or ellen@howorth.com.au Citrix Unveils Podio Instant Messaging and Video Chat Enhanced real-time collaboration in Podio keeps teams even more connected and productive from anywhere SYDNEY, AUS. — 3rd May, 2013 —Today, Citrix announced the availability of Podio Chat, including instant messaging (available now), as well as video and audio chat, planned for release this summer. Designed for the increasingly mobile and dispersed, modern team, Podio Chat enables ad hoc conversations with the right people to flourish, whenever discussion needs to happen – so teams can respond quicker and make decisions even faster. With the addition of one-to-one and group instant messaging (IM), as well as one-to-one video and audio chat, Podio now makes it even easier for teams to instantly connect and get the context they need on projects, tasks, business processes and everyday workflow outside of an organised meeting setting. “Any effective team will tell you that the key to success is having open and accessible communications, whether it be in a physical office, face-to-face on a GoToMeeting with HDFaces session, an audio call, through live comments on Podio or via instant messaging,” said Bernardo de Albergaria, VP & GM, SaaS Products and Markets at Citrix. “Podio Chat bridges the gap between ‘real time’ and ‘my time,’ increasing the velocity of communications within Podio and making purposeful collaboration happen faster and more effectively – no more waiting for answers.”Today, Citrix Podio also became the first collaboration service of its kind to provide IM and video chat “in context,” giving more meaning to ad hoc conversations as they happen around projects, tasks and business processes. Unlike standard IM tools, Podio Chat gives teams the ability to see which contacts are online, across the entire company ecosystem, whether it be internal employees or external contractors, suppliers or partners working with a team in a Podio workspace. Teams can now ask questions, share updates or discuss a project in real time and, ultimately, work together more effectively on their tasks. Podio also gives teams the option of using Video Chat for easy, unplanned, and ad hoc 1:1 face-to-face discussions, as well as setting up regular, recurring and more planned team video conferencing using GoToMeeting with HDFaces. “The real value of IM and video chat is when it’s used in the context of the work in progress – the tasks, projects and deliverables in action that require discussion to get done,” said Tommy Ahlers, VP of social collaboration at Citrix. “With Podio Chat, teams can experience seamless, fluid workflow, where questions get answered quickly because the right people are online, available and focused on the same work at the same time. The immediacy of in-context Podio Chat dramatically improves team efficiencies, not only by providing a central hub for communication, but also by retaining the rich history of information exchanged between team members, so nothing gets lost.” “With a geographically dispersed team and many siloed projects, Podio has revolutionised the way we streamline collaboration, making information accessible and actionable, and people accountable across the entire company,” said Paul Hunt, President & Head of Strategy and Development, Graduate Consulting Group. “The new instant messaging capability coupled with the 1:1 video functionality is a great example of how Citrix listens to customer feedback and responds with new and valuable features. We’re looking forward to a much more personalised experience with the ability to create, share and communicate across this truly innovative and sophisticated platform.” Key Benefits: Get quick responses and make decisions faster by connecting your whole company and/or team. Podio chat lets team members see who’s online and available to chat – including displaying time zone information – granting immediate access to people in users’ core teams as well as coworkers across the wider organisation, helping to ease business silos and connecting dispersed teams like never before. Unify communications on Podio by enabling teams to communicate in a variety of different ways to get work done, all without email or third-party communication tools. Users can instant message one-on-one or in a group, use audio-only chat for quick discussions, hold one-to-one ad-hoc video meetings as needed, comment and “like” status messages, tasks and projects. To stop receiving IMs, users can simply close the chat pane and messages will divert to the Podio inbox.Power mobile workstyles and enable dispersed teams to chat from any iOS or Android device, anywhere, anytime, with Podio’s mobile apps for Android, iPhone and iPad. Switch between computers and mobile devices with ease, continue chat sessions on the go and never miss the chance to connect with a teammate. Retain information, discussion history and ideas while easing the pain of having “too many tools” for collaboration. Use Podio Chat instead of email and third-party chat services, save conversations, files, and decisions in one place and make use of message search to surface information you need, whenever you need it. Share files seamlessly and instantly as needed from all Podio-connected file-sharing services, including; Sharefile, Google Drive, Sugarsync, Dropbox, Box, Microsoft SkyDrive, UbuntoOne and YouSendIt. Podio’s social business platform brings collaboration and business processes together through Podio workspaces and Podio apps – more powerful, collaborative and social alternative to spreadsheets, email and software point solutions. Podio apps can be found in the Podio App Market and customised by any team using the simple drag-and-drop Podio App Builder, a unique tool that enables anyone to create custom business apps for their work – whether it’s managing sales, CRM or IT; interfacing with clients or partners; planning a conference; coordinating email marketing or receiving customer feedback. No technical skills or IT support is needed to create a Podio app – anyone can set one up in minutes. Sign up for a Podio demo here. -ENDS- Related Links● Learn more about Podio Chat● Blog: Real Work in Real Time: Podio Chat, Out Now! ● Blog: Let the Live Show Begin with Real-Time Commenting ● Blog: Make the Most of Your Meetings: Upgraded Apps & GoToMeeting Integration!● Analyst Report: Ovum Research; Enterprise 2020: Examining Citrix’s View of the Road Ahead for the Knowledge Worker● Infographic: The Business Value of Face-to-Face Conversation Follow Us Online● www.podio.com,www.citrixonline.com● Twitter:@Podio● Facebook:Podio on Facebook● Workshifting blog:http://workshifting.com About CitrixCitrix (NASDAQ:CTXS) is the cloud company that enables mobile workstyles—empowering people to work and collaborate from anywhere, securely accessing apps and data on any of the latest devices, as easily as they would in their own office. Citrix solutions help IT and service providers build clouds, leveraging virtualisation and networking technologies to deliver high-performance, elastic and cost-effective cloud services. With market-leading solutions for mobility, desktop virtualisation, cloud networking, cloud platforms, collaboration and data sharing, Citrix helps organisations of all sizes achieve the speed and agility necessary to succeed in a mobile and dynamic world. Citrix products are in use at more than 260,000 organisations and by over 100 million users globally. Annual revenue in 2012 was $2.59 billion. Learn more at www.citrix.com.au. For Citrix InvestorsThis release contains forward-looking statements which are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The forward-looking statements in this release do not constitute guarantees of future performance. Those statements involve a number of factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, including risks associated with the impact of the global economy and uncertainty in the IT spending environment, revenue growth and recognition of revenue, products and services, their development and distribution, product demand and pipeline, economic and competitive factors, the Company’s key strategic relationships, acquisition and related integration risks as well as other risks detailed in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Citrix assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking information contained in this press release or with respect to the announcements described herein.The development, release, timing and combination of any features or functionality described for our products remains at our sole discretion and are subject to change without notice or consultation. The information provided is for informational purposes only and is not a commitment, promise or legal obligation to deliver any material, code or functionality and should not be relied upon in making purchasing decisions or incorporated into any contract. # # #Citrix, GoToMeeting, GoToWebinar, GoToTraining, Podio, GoToMyPC, GoToAssist, ShareFile and Citrix Receiver are trademarks of Citrix Systems, Inc. and/or one or more of its subsidiaries, and are or may be registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and in other countries. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are property of their respective owners.

2013-04-29T01:13:30Z victorian-economy-receives-more-than-1-billion-every-year-from-live-music

Perth, WA, April 23, 2013 - Music Victoria, the state’s music body, recently conducted the Victorian Live Music Census, in partnership with NMIT and the City of Melbourne. In addition, over 100 student volunteers participated in gathering data for the census. The census was the largest of its kind ever conducted in Victoria, and Music Victoria’s CEO called it, “the most accurate snapshot of what our world-renowned industry looks like.” In the face of countless obstacles facing the Australian live music scene, such as encroaching residential development, noise complaints, and an uneven economy, the numbers from the census indicate that live music has nearly twice as many patrons now as it did during the previous generation. This is welcome news for an industry that has had a pessimistic outlook the last few years. According to the census, the average Saturday night sees 97,000 people attending live music shows and gigs, and spending an average of $745,000 to get in the door. Those people are then spending $3.7 million on merchandise, food, drinks, and transport. On any given Saturday night, an average of 900 musicians, 2,730 venue staff, 237 production crew, and 740 DJ’s are getting paid for their work. Projected over a year, it works out to over 62,000 gigs, with 14.4 million patrons spending $1.04 billion. This includes major concerts, Melbourne-based festivals, and small venues. Over a year’s time, 18,200 musicians, 77,391 venue staff, 6437 production staff, and 14,150 DJ’s are being paid for providing music. Dobe Newton, who managed the project, feels that these numbers prove that Melbourne is one of “the world’s greatest music cities.” Newton compares the music scene in Melbourne to cities such as New York, Tokyo, and Paris.  Patrick Donovan, CEO of Music Victoria, feels that numbers uncovered by the census are extremely important as a verification of the relevance of the live music scene in Melbourne. Donovan noted that nearly three times as many people watch live music in Melbourne as those who watch the AFL. Donovan encourages those in the area to become members of Music Victoria during their “Jump on the Bandwagon” membership drive. Danny Achurch, teacher, musician, and owner of Monster Music, feels that the study vindicates the dedication of many fellow musicians in their efforts to provide a vibrant live music scene, not only in Melbourne, but all across Australia. According to Achurch, “I am very happy to see these numbers, but I’m not surprised. Even though it seems like there have been less opportunities for live musicians this decade, in reality, the opportunities are there; you just have to look for them. At this point in time, musicians have to work hard to create their own opportunities, but it is worth it.” Achurch continued, “Look at all of the great things that have happened to Australian music in the last few months. We are seeing millions of dollars being spent on developing musicians and enabling them to play in live venues, and a lot of time and effort is being spent in growing Australian music. Now, finally, we get a great study like this one, justifying that time and effort.” Achurch concluded, “The future of Australian music has never looked better.” Monster Music provides many music lessons in most cities across Australia - violin, singing, guitar and keyboard lessons in Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth and more. They specialise in getting great results while always remembering that music is supposed to be fun. To get started today, call 08 9335 8881 or visit their website: http://www.monstermusic.com.au/

2013-04-23T21:22:13Z hisense-hits-the-sweet-spot-with-its-new-mid-range-k360-series-100hz-full-hd-3d-tv-s

MELBOURNE, Australia – April 24, 2013 – Hisense Australia today announced the K360 Full HD 3D LED 100Hz TV for users that simply want to come home kick up their feet and turn on their TV. With the latest 3D capabilities, the K360 allows 2D content like live TV, movies and pictures to be converted to 3D. The younger sibiling of the recently announced K610 series, the K360 offers all the robust features without the SmartTV capabilities. This latest array brings style and quality expected from Hisense, available in 55, 50 and 39-inches sizes with a super thin bezel and narrow frame, the K360 takes ques from the K610 series challenging the market on price and value. Pictures are crystal clear and video is smooth thanks to a 100Hz refresh rate for dramatic motion clarity, viewers will appreciate stunning details and vibrant colors. In addition, 4 x HDMI input allow for gaming devices, Blu-ray™ players and more, satisfying everyone in the family.Connecting users to their entertainment or content outside their TV is now accessible with Hisense’s built-in digital media player via USB and MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) via HDMI. Viewing pictures, watching home videos and listening to music is as simple as plugging in a portable USB drive or external hard drive to the TV. MHL allows for compatible mobile devices to screen share pictures, movies, or apps on the big screen. “Hisense Australia recognises current trends while providing consumers with new ways to view their content, it’s the perfect television to upgrade any room in the house,” said Andre Iannuzzi, head of Marketing, Hisense Australia. “With stunning Full HD picture and 2D to 3D capability, this is an excellent range for the whole family who want to turn those already memorable home videos and old pictures into a totally new viewing experience.” The K360 series is available at JB H-Fi, The Good Guys, and BSR from end of May 2013 onwards. For more information about Hisense’s range of innovative products and accessories visit www.hisense.com.au. About Hisense Australia Pty LtdHisense is a global television and refrigeration manufacturer active in more than 130 countries worldwide. More than 40 million people buy and enjoy Hisense products globally every year. Since arriving in Australia in 2006, Hisense has grown to be one of the fastest emerging TV and Home Appliance brands in Australia, distributed through more than 1,000 leading retail stores nationally. Established in 2006, Hisense Australia Pty Ltd is an Australian based subsidiary of Hisense Company Ltd.Hisense televisions and home appliances are available at Australia’s leading national electronics retailers including JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman, The Good Guys and BSR.Find Hisense Australia at the following social media sites: Twitter: www.twitter.com/Hisense_AustFacebook: www.facebook.com/HisenseAUInstagram: www.instagram.com/HisenseAUPinterest: www.pinterest.com/HisenseAU

2013-04-23T04:25:00Z westcon-group-designated-value-added-distributor-for-cisco-business-video-solutions-in-australia

Australia (SYDNEY, NSW) – April 23, 2013 – Westcon Group, a value-added distributor of category-leading unified communications, network infrastructure, data centre and security solutions with a global network of specialty resellers, today announced the company has launched a new range of services in Australia to help resellers demonstrate, position and deliver Cisco business video collaboration technologies. The announcement follows Westcon’s designation as a value-added distributor (VAD) for these solutions in the region – opening the door for partners to deliver cutting-edge Cisco collaboration offerings to a broader market segment, particularly to small- and medium-sized businesses. A long-standing Cisco partner, Weston Group was selected to participate in a pilot program with the objective of providing end-to-end service, support and training for business video solutions to engineering, sales and support staff. Coupled with national service and training programs, Westcon is able to reach a larger audience while improving levels of training and support to end-user and corporate customers through its channel. In addition, Cisco partners yet to complete the Authorised Technology Partner (ATP) for TelePresence program now have select access to Cisco endpoints, infrastructure solutions and post-sales services support exclusively through Westcon Group. Products include the Cisco EX and TelePresence Profile series, as well as conferencing solutions such as the Cisco TelePresence MCU series. Partners will also have access to Westcon’s dedicated video demonstration centre, receive support from certified solutions architects – from solution design to demonstration and closing of the sale – and leverage Westcon’s installation services. “This important milestone enables our partners to deliver cutting-edge Cisco video solutions to a broader market segment, particularly in the Australian SMB space,” said Wendy O’Keeffe, Executive Vice President, Westcon Group APAC. “As a value-added distributor for Cisco Business Video Solutions in Australia, we will offer our partners full access to our dedicated video demonstration facilities, without the need for any upfront investment or certification. Additionally, we’ll also provide post-sales services to ensure the video solutions are implemented and maintained correctly.” “Often the biggest barriers-to-entry for small- to medium-sized channel partners when it comes to video is justifying the spend on learning new technology and training for implementation,” said Tiffany Wright, Regional Manager for Commercial and Distribution for Cisco Australia. “We are excited by Westcon’s participation in the pilot and applaud its investment in time and resources to achieve the VAD designation for Cisco Business Video Solutions. Now, Westcon is well-poised to greatly simplify the entry of many of its channel partners into the significant revenue-generating opportunities in video without having to worry about the upfront investment.” For more information on Westcon, please “Like” our Facebook page or track our LinkedIn page. About Westcon Group Westcon Group, Inc. is a value-added distributor of category-leading unified communications, network infrastructure, data centre and security solutions with a global network of specialty resellers. Westcon’s teams create unique programs and provide exceptional support to accelerate the business of its global partners. Strong relationships at every level of the Westcon Group organisation enable partners to receive support tailored to their needs. From global logistics and flexible customised financing solutions to pre-sales, technical and engineering assistance, the company works with partners to respond with agility and speed to changing market conditions so they can achieve the fastest time to revenue. Westcon Group’s portfolio of market-leading vendors includes: Aruba, Avaya, CA Technologies, Check Point, Cisco, Emerson, EMC, F5, Juniper, McAfee, Palo Alto Networks, Polycom, Radware, VCE and VMware. For more information, please visit: www.westcongroup.com.

2013-04-23T01:55:16Z four-death-moves-guaranteed-to-sabotage-your-video-marketing-campaign

Perth, WA, April 23, 2013 - Due to changes in Google’s algorithm, video marketing has become a very important part of most serious Internet marketing campaigns. Videos, if promoted correctly, can not only be seen by thousands, but can also help vault a website to page one of Google for very competitive keywords.  This has led to a virtual flood of videos on sites like YouTube, with mixed results. Sometimes the most professionally produced video fails with a resounding thud, while a teenager’s smartphone video of a friend doing something stupid can go viral and get a million views overnight.  While nobody can guarantee with 100% certainty that a video will or will not be successful, savvy video marketers have noticed a pattern in what does and doesn’t work. In particular, knowing the worst mistakes to avoid can save any company, large or small, a lot of time and effort, and produce much better results. The first common error is often called “set it and forget it.” Many marketers think that they can simply put a video up on YouTube, and it will automatically be seen by thousands of viewers. In reality, very few YouTube videos are ever seen by as many as 1,000 people without a lot of help. The second common error is thinking that one video makes an entire marketing campaign. One video can be seen by thousands of people, but forgotten the next day. Statistics, surveys, and anecdotal data all agree that it takes a series of videos to be successful. The third common error is making a video advertisement instead of a video that provides great information, great entertainment, or both. People go to websites or videos for information or entertainment. They do not go to be bombarded by commercials. If a video looks like a commercial, the viewer will not finish watching it. The fourth error is to not have a plan or strategy. Human development gurus communicate this concept thusly: ”If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” Michael Hanson, Owner  and Founder of Video Labs, a video production company in the Gold Coast, has extensive experience in helping businesses not only avoid these strategic errors, but in mitigating the damage done to a business by faulty video marketing strategy. According to Hanson: “These errors are really easy to avoid, because they are merely errors of omission: not errors of commission.” Michael went on to describe his deceptively simple system for maximising the results of a video campaign: “First, you must have a marketing strategy. It does no good to throw a bunch of videos around with no concrete plan. You might as well save the time, money, and effort, and watch videos with your kids instead. Second, your plan must feature repetition and consistency. One video is not enough; you must have serial content to make a serious dent in the market.” He continued, “The last thing you must always remember is that you must make a video that is worth watching. Obviously your agenda is to move your product. Unfortunately, the viewer’s agenda is to obtain great information or be entertained. If you fail to do at least one of these, there is no reason for anyone to watch your video.” Video Labs is a video production and video marketing firm serving Brisbane and the Gold Coast areas. They have produced numerous successful video campaigns, and specialise in results. For more information, call 1300 881 783 or visit their website: http://videolabs.com.au/

2013-04-18T06:14:27Z flexible-double-hemispheric-camera-can-secure-two-rooms-with-a-single-unit

Thursday, 18 April 2013  The Mobotix S14 FlexMount from Madison Technologies, the world’s first flexible double hemispheric camera, is now available.  The compact S14D FlexMount is a universally deployable, easy concealable video system with a highly detailed resolution of up to six megapixels. The fully weatherproof IP camera has two miniature sensor modules, which are each connected to the camera housing with a two-meter cable. Thanks to the hemispheric dual lens, two separate rooms can be secured simultaneously without any blind spots.The camera, which is available in both mono (S14M) and dual (S14D) versions, offers a wide range of application opportunities. For instance, the S14D can be equipped with two hemispheric lens units with integrated microphone that connect to the main housing via cables. This makes it possible to fully secure two rooms located next to, or on top of, one another with just one single S14D unit. The slim design of the module units, which are available in white and black, permit an extremely discreet installation.Both module units and the separate housing with the latest dual camera board are weatherproof in accordance with IP65 and operate in a temperature range of -30°C to +60°C.  The flat housing, including flash memory with up to 64 GB and all external connectors (Ethernet, MiniUSB, MxBus), can be installed discreetly and with optimal protection behind a wall or ceiling panel so that only the lens units in their ultra-compact protective housing are visible. Power is supplied very cost effective via a network cable (PoE). At less than five watt-hours, the energy consumption is extremely low.The camera's technical features and very discreet mounting open up a whole range of application opportunities. In L-shaped rooms, for example, the two sensor modules can be positioned at the corner in correct angles to each other, therefore capturing the entire room without any blind spots. Therefore, the S14 is particularly well-suited for use in hotels, banks and retail stores where the highest levels of security and discretion are required. The S14 can also demonstrate its strengths at security gates and in offices. MOBOTIX also offers the appropriate installation accessories for mounting the sensor module on thicker walls. Using several extension pieces (each approx. 40 mm), longer "tunnel holes" through a wall can also be bridged.For more information, contact Madison Technologies networking team on 1800 72 79 79 or at www.madisontech.com.au/mobotix

2013-04-18T01:10:25Z federal-government-finally-releases-national-cultural-policy-to-mixed-response

Perth, WA, April 18, 2013 - The Federal Government recently released the new National Cultural Policy, called Creative Australia. Under the new policy, the creative arts will receive a total of $235 million over the next 10 years. The largest expenditure will be $75 million to help overhaul the Australian Council for the Arts, which currently oversees music grants.Simon Crean, Minister for the Arts, describes the program has a “policy that sees the artist at the centre of creativity,” and one that is “crucial to the nation’s future.” Crean further describes Creative Australia as “a vision that says we have to invest in the artist.” Crean sees competitiveness and economic development as crucial to furthering the arts.Aside from the $75 million allocated for the overhaul of the Australian Council for the Arts, another $20.8 million will go to not-for-profit training organisations, such as the National Academy of Music, the Australian Youth Orchestra, and an $8.1 million project called Creative Young Stars. Creative Young Stars will allow MP’s to hold local talent contests, with grants being awarded to the winners.Contemporary music will receive funds as well. Sounds Australia will receive $1.75 million to “to help grow domestic and export markets,” and another $1.25 million for “career pathways for musicians.” Over the next four years,$2.4 million will go to the Australian Music Radio Airplay Project (AMRAP), an initiative to ensure that more Australian music is played on the radio.Despite Crean’s optimism, and the amount of money pledged to the arts over the next 10 years as part of Creative Australia, some in the music business are concerned that the money may not go where it is truly needed. According to John Wardle, a well-known live music activist, “I can understand the relentless cynicism from musicians, because they’ve been left out of the process for so long.”Wardle feels that the program will help provide a good infrastructure for advancement of the arts, particularly Australian music, but acknowledges that there won’t be a lot of money going directly into the hands of current artists.Dr. Ianto Ware, the National Live Music Coordinator, is very happy with the initiative, especially its mission “to cut the red tape” and make it easier to produce and perform live music in Australia. Dr. Ware feels that current regulations such as “planning and regulatory rules” are detrimental and create barriers to the live music scene in Australia.Danny Achurch, musician, teacher, and owner of Monster Music, sees Creative Australia as a great development, especially for future musicians: “As a musician and teacher, many of my friends and former students are also in the music business. While I would prefer to see a little more of the money go toward helping those who are playing music right now, there is still a lot being done for current musicians, and this new policy could virtually ensure the future of Australian music.”Achurch concluded, “Today’s children, taking their guitar, drum, piano, and singing lessons, are going to have a lot better chance at success than many in my generation did. If you love music, there has never been a better time in Australian history to take music lessons.”Monster Music is a network of music teachers based in Perth, also serving Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, and most cities across Australia. They specialise in making music fun to learn. For more information, their website can be found here:http://www.monstermusic.com.au/ or you may also call them at 08 9335 8881.

2013-04-18T00:59:38Z new-range-of-headphones-set-to-be-released

Zipbuds doesn’t just sell headphones; they eat, sleep and breathe headphones. The young and innovative company is excited to note that later this year they will be releasing a new range of headphones. Fans of the Zipbuds line will understand that this is big news in the audio industry and set to make a splash. Zipbuds was established back in 2007 by two audiophiles who were nothing but passionate about sound. Their dedication to creating and manufacturing superior Zipbuds headphones has spread across the globe and now Zipbuds have built their sterling reputation on offering headphones that are fresh, fashionable and offers premium sound quality that lasts. Customers have already been introduced to the revolutionary design of tangle free cords offered by Zipbuds; they have also had the chance to experience supreme sound quality, top technology and headphone designs in fashion friendly colors. Later this year they will also have the chance to see what modern advancements Zipbuds are able to offer customers with their new and exciting range of headphones. The passion for sound is paramount at Zipbuds, their business ethic relies one customers hearing every note whatever they are listening too. Music is there to be devoured and enjoyed, to inspire and even to educate. Zipbuds understands the power of music over the soul, which is why every effort goes in to creating headphones that strive to exceed customer expectations. Whether a client wants to turn the base up loud and proud or wants to hear the gentle crescendo rising on a track, not a note gets overlooked when it comes to the top quality design of Zipbuds headphones. Existing customers know the quality of Zipbuds headphones and should be tingling with excitement about the news of this new line hitting retailers later this year.

2013-04-16T23:32:07Z evideo-announces-new-nsw-manager

Rudi Fenton brings 7 years of unified communications experience into this new role. Heading the sales team he will be responsible for driving new business as well as development of key partner and client relationships. Rudi’s extensive business development and sales management experience will help eVideo build on its success to date and further penetrate the market.

2013-04-16T04:22:50Z sonos-audio-visual-new-product-release-1

Retailers of Sonos products are excited to announce the launch of their new wireless system. No company is more excited about this great product launch than Stallion who have been proud retailers of Sonos goods for the past five years. When it comes to audio and visual equipment, Sonos is the best on the block. Their complete range of musical and visual equipment is flawless, flexible and fun. Sonos have become known as pioneers in the field of audio visual goods and their products are always innovative, always fresh and always designed for customers to get the best from their multimedia experience. Their new product launch of the wireless system is fast being picked up by retailers who believe that wireless is the future of music. Stallion Audio Visual Sonos wireless systems allow for unrivalled enjoyment without the fuss and the hassle. Simply plug your music system in and enjoy a wire free experience. Sonos audio visual products range from the ear thumping, heart pumping supersonic sound stereos to home entertainment systems and personal music devices. From the loudest and the proudest to the smallest pleasures for your ears; it seems Sonos can serve a range of needs. In the past Sonos has worked with the 2012 crew at the Soundwave Music Festival providing state of the art equipment so the large crowds can enjoy a front seat sound experience. In 2011 the Sonos Play 3 was also awarded the prestigious Audio Product of the Year award in the Engadget Editors Choice category. Stallion retailers are proud to offer Sonos equipment as part of their range and are certified experts on the technical aspect of Sonos Audio Visual equipment. This means customers can buy with confidence and be rest assured they are getting the best brand name on the market. With the launch of the new product release Sonos is expecting to pave the way with a new revolution in audio and visual equipment.

2013-04-16T03:20:23Z sonos-audio-visual-new-product-release

Retailers of Sonos Audio Visual products are excited to announce the launch of their new wireless system. No company is more excited about this great product launch than Stallion who have been proud retailers of Sonos goods for the past five years. When it comes to audio and visual equipment, Sonos is the best on the block. Their complete range of musical and visual equipment is flawless, flexible and fun. Sonos have become known as pioneers in the field of audio visual goods and their products are always innovative, always fresh and always designed for customers to get the best from their multimedia experience. Their new product launch of the wireless system is fast being picked up by retailers who believe that wireless is the future of music. Wireless systems allow for unrivalled enjoyment without the fuss and the hassle. Simply plug your music system in and enjoy a wire free experience. Sonos Audio Visual products range from the ear thumping, heart pumping supersonic sound stereos to home entertainment systems and personal music devices. From the loudest and the proudest to the smallest pleasures for your ears; it seems Sonos can serve a range of needs. In the past Sonos has worked with the 2012 crew at the Soundwave Music Festival providing state of the art equipment so the large crowds can enjoy a front seat sound experience. In 2011 the Sonos Play 3 was also awarded the prestigious Audio Product of the Year award in the Engadget Editors Choice category. Stallion retailers are proud to offer Sonos equipment as part of their range and are certified experts on the technical aspect of Sonos Audio Visual equipment. This means customers can buy with confidence and be rest assured they are getting the best brand name on the market. With the launch of the new product release Sonos is expecting to pave the way with a new revolution in audio and visual equipment.

2013-04-15T01:18:15Z controversial-study-claims-that-piracy-does-not-hurt-music-industry

Perth, April 15, 2013 - Recently, the European Commission Joint Research Centre released a study which analysed the purchasing and downloading statistics of approximately 16,000 European online music consumers. The study analysed an assortment of metrics, and most of its conclusions were of no surprise to those in the music industry. However, the Commission dropped a huge bombshell on the music industry when it claimed that its findings prove that illegal downloads have no negative effect on the sale of online music. The report went even further, and concluded that illegal online downloads actually stimulate the sales of online digital music. Numerically, the study found that whenever the amount of clicks on illegal download sites increases by 10%, the clicks on legal downloading sites increase 0.2%. The study’s authors, Bertin Martins and Luis Aguiar, offered a series of possible reasons for this behaviour. In the past, the most common argument supporting illegal online downloads has been that many consumers like to use illegal downloads as “try before you buy” copies.  Another possible reason given by Martins and Aguiar is that those who participate in illegal downloading were not going to buy any product in the first place, and thus represent no loss of revenue because they weren’t going to buy any product.Another finding that disagrees with the music industry’s collective opinion is that when clicks on legal streaming websites increased 10%, clicks on legal digital retail websites had a corresponding increase of 0.7%.  The study also concluded that those who download music illegally consume more than twice as much music products as those who do not participate in illegal downloading. Many of those in the study tended to click through more to sites such as iTunes, Soundcloud, Vimeo, and YouTube, using multiple portals to access both free and paid music. The music industry, which has long contended that piracy is partially responsible for a decrease in profits over the last decade, was swift in its rebuttal. According to the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI), both the research and its message are not only invalid, but could cause more damage to the industry. Recently, international statistics have indicated that global music sales are headed in an upward direction, but the IFPI is adamant that illegal downloading and piracy still damage the music business by providing free product, thus removing the necessity for consumers to buy those products. Danny Achurch, musician, music teacher, and owner of Monster Music, offers a unique perspective on the current debate over the validity of the report. According to Achurch, “The report has some good points, but appears to jump to an unreasonable conclusion. As a musician, I believe that musicians should be well paid for their product. Recorded music is one of those products, and is one of the few products that can give the performer market leverage by providing passive income.” Achurch continued, “I have heard all of the arguments contending that piracy and illegal downloads don’t affect sales, and I can see how someone could come to that conclusion. However, it is my contention that, if the market is flooded with free product, it devalues the product that people are charging money for.” Achurch concluded, “I do not ever want to see music become devalued.” Monster Music is a network of music teachers in Australia.They provide violin, guitar, singing, and piano lessons in Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, and most Australian cities. For more information, please call 08 9335 8881 or visit their website: http://www.monstermusic.com.au/

2013-04-11T03:54:19Z hisense-k610-series-brings-full-high-definition-3d-smart-tv-s-unmatched-in-style-and-value-for-2013

MELBOURNE, Australia – April 11, 2013 – Hisense today announced the K610 series of Full High Definition 3D Smart TVs, a beautiful line of feature packed TV’s to fit perfectly in any room - home or commercial, available in 39”, 50” and 55” models. Outfitted with built-in WiFi, Full HD 3D at 1080p, the latest Hisense Smart TV User Interface, super thin bezel and narrow frame, the K610 series stands alone with market challenging price points while bringing enormous value. Boasting a built in Web browser, Skype for video chat, online video entertainment and music right on the TV, the mid-range series offers capabilities users come to expect from Hisense’s new K610 range.The K610 brings forth stunning details and crystal-clear, vibrant colors to create a brilliant picture. The 50” and 55” incorporate a smooth 100Hz refresh rate for dramatic motion clarity. With 4 x HDMI inputs, there is no shortage of ports, allowing for all sorts of gaming devices, Blu-ray™ players and more, enough entertainment for the entire family. Additionally, MHL is integrated in all mid and premium TV’s allowing users to mirror their compatible mobile devices straight to the screen. “Our goal is to provide every home with a feature-packed television that is perfect for the whole family to enjoy not only as a traditional television, but as a media hub enabling access to additional content,” said Andre Iannuzzi, head of Marketing, Hisense Australia. “The K610 provides all of the techno-forward features that consumers are looking for while remaining incredibly user friendly.” The K610 series is available at JB H-Fi, The Good Guys, and BSR from mid-April 2013 onwards. For more information about Hisense’s range of innovative products and accessories visit www.hisense.com.au. About Hisense Australia Pty LtdHisense is a global television and refrigeration manufacturer active in more than 130 countries worldwide. More than 40 million people buy and enjoy Hisense products globally every year. Since arriving in Australia in 2006, Hisense has grown to be one of the fastest emerging TV and Home Appliance brands in Australia, distributed through more than 1,000 leading retail stores nationally. Established in 2006, Hisense Australia Pty Ltd is an Australian based subsidiary of Hisense Company Ltd.Hisense televisions and home appliances are available at Australia’s leading national electronics retailers including JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman, The Good Guys and BSR.Find Hisense Australia at the following social media sites: Twitter: www.twitter.com/Hisense_AustFacebook: www.facebook.com/HisenseAUInstagram: www.instagram.com/HisenseAUPinterest: www.pinterest.com/HisenseAU