The 39th Hong Kong Arts Festival 2011 - Unveils 200 Performing Arts and Theater Shows

Hong Kong (PRWEB) October 5, 2010

Today the Hong Kong Arts Festival (HKAF) announced details of the forthcoming 39th Hong Kong Arts Festival 2011, to be staged in 15 different venues over 39 days -- from 17 February through to 27 March 2011 -- with more than 200 performing arts and theater shows and related events featuring 38 ensembles or solo artists from overseas and 16 from Hong Kong.

"This is an even bigger festival than in previous years, with a significant increase in the total number of tickets available to Arts Festival audiences and the number of performances to be presented. There is also an increase in the duration of the Festival. The result is a richly packed 39 days, on occasion with as many as 18 performing arts and theater shows on the same day, bringing the vibrancy and cultural richness of life in Hong Kong to yet a higher level." (Mr Charles Lee, Chairman of HKAF)

At the media briefing today, Tisa Ho, Executive Director of Hong Kong Arts Festival, highlighted the following:

Daminion Software Unveils New Version of Document Asset Management Solution

(PRWEB) March 7, 2011

Daminion Software, a leading company specializing in media document management solutions for creative pros, has announced the 0.8 beta version of its Document Asset Management software. The Daminion 0.8 beta is a pre-release version that will be made available for public testing before Daminion Software releases the final version of the program. The new beta version is focused on image cataloging and media management. As a result, it reduces the time and cost of asset retrieval and content production for creative professionals.

Powerful search capabilities provide immediate access to assets of all types, including multimedia and other documents. Daminion is able to easily locate digital images, videos, and documents using a range of criteria, including categories, keywords, camera lens, color labels, rating and creation date. Content can be filtered withover 30 tags in combination with AND/OR operators.

At the heart of the program is its ability to store data inside of media files, including copyright information. All image descriptions are stored inside the relevant files as metadata. Whenever users copy, email, or publish their images, videos, or documents, all of the file information is transferred along with the files. This protects asset ownership and copyright. Without the use of metadata, the potential for lost assets is higher if unmarked, assets may be invisible to searches and more vulnerable to misuse.

Another advantage of metadata is that it is the best way to exchange information across systems with different configurations using XMP. This eliminates the need to rely on a variety of different API versions. Instead, Daminion can store metadata in a range of formats, such as image, camera RAW, vector, video, audio, and PDF. Additionally, the database is automatically synchronized with information in EXIF, IPTC, XMP, and MWG formats.

Daminion allows users to export optimized files on demand with selected conversion rules in a single click. This file optimization feature is perfect for uploading content to Flickr or Facebook.

For an even more convenient user experience, Daminion can open multiple catalogs in separate tabs simultaneously in modern web browsers. Users can also work with Shared and Local catalogs in the same workspace.

Visit Daminions website to download the beta version, as well as to access community forums and blogs, members-only whitepapers and downloads, and technical support.

Daminion is compatible with Windows 2000, XP, 2003 or 2008 Server, Windows Vista, and Windows 7. The program also requires at least 100MB of free disk space, a Pentium III with 1.0 GHz at the very minimum and at least 256MB of RAM. All currently supported versions of Daminion work on both 32- and 64-bit versions of Windows.

About Daminion Software

Daminion Software (formerly known as PicaJet.com), based in Stavropol, Russia, is a fast-growing company specializing in desktop and web-based media document management software solutions.

The companys flagship product, Daminion Server, is a digital asset management system (DAM) with multi-user access that features a revolutionary new platform and product structure. The software is based on experience gained from many years in the digital media management industry: PicaJet.com went online in 1999. The company is also the creator of PicaJet Photo Manager and RoboImport, digital photo management solutions for photographers and designers.

Daminion Software's primary goal is to make the best DAM solution available for small companies. The program is extremely user-friendly and, unlike other digital asset management products aimed at the corporate market, Daminion is as easy to install as opening a box. The program is affordably priced for users as well. Visit the Daminion website at http://daminion.net

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Gefen Unveils Wireless USB Extender Making Real-Time Cable-Free USB 2.0 Extension a Reality

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) January 11, 2006

Gefen announces the launch of its new Wireless USB Extender, making real-time cable-free USB 2.0 extension a reality. Any USB 2.0 peripheral can be powered from remote distances up to 30 feet from any Apple computer without cables using Gefens first-of-its-kind Wireless USB Extender.

The unit supports the instantaneous transfer of data using Freescale Semiconductor's Ultra-Wideband wireless solution and marks the initial release of UWB-enabled products for the U.S. market.

Like most of Gefens extension solutions, the Wireless USB Extender uses small sender and receiver units connected to the computer and the extended USB device. The difference ends here though as no cables are needed to link sender to receiver, which can connect to cameras, keyboards, printers or any USB 2.0 device located up to 30 feet from the computer.

The receiver is actually a four-port USB 2.0 hub, and were considering offering optional additional receivers as the computers sender unit can technically support more than one receiver at a time, said Hagai Gefen, president and CEO. The receivers also support hub connections, so you can connect more than four devices into each receiver by adding hubs to the receiver.

Freescales UWB technology enables high transfer rates of video, audio and data streams wirelessly, reaching rates 100 times faster than Bluetooth(r) technology while maintaining wire-like quality, according to initial testing. The Wireless USB Extender also uses ExtremeUSB technology from Icron Technologies Corporation that enables a seamless transition with no new software required.

Gefens plug and play Wireless USB Extender requires no upgrades or software installation. Demos will be provided throughout Macworld at Booth 2746, and the unit is expected to hit production by end of Q1 2006.

About Gefen

A leader in the high definition digital domain, Gefen delivers advanced technologies with multi-platform extension, switching, distribution and conversion capabilities. Gefen equipment is utilized all over the world in professional AV/IT and consumer electronics/home theater environments. Their add-on hardware maximizes system functionality and enhances operability by enabling AV systems to go beyond their original functionalities. Solutions support an array of connectivity interfaces including HDMI, DVI, dual link DVI, HD-SDI, SDI, VGA, RCA, USB, Firewire and RS-232. A selection of high quality cabling is also available. Additional information may be found at http://www.gefen.com.

At Macworld - Gefen Booth 2746

For more information:

Linda Morgan

+1 (818) 620-9331

Hagai Gefen

+1 (818) 884-6294

PRWeb is the unofficial press release wire service for Macworld Conference & Expo in San Francisco. Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2006, is Macworld Day at PRWeb.

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