Archos 70 Internet Tablet & Archos 101 Android Tablet Available to...

Denver, CO (Vocus) November 12, 2010

Archos, one of the first manufacturers to offer Android tablets, is pleased to announce the addition of two new internet tablets to its Android-based product line.

The Archos 101 touch screen tablet is quite a handful of technology. With a large high-resolution 10.1’’ screen and less than half an inch thick, it offers internet access and HD multimedia that is completely customizable with the abundance of Android applications. For consumers who prefer a smaller package and a capacitive touch screen, the company has created the Archos 70, with a 7.0” screen and capabilities similar to the Archos 101 plus an optional 250GB storage capacity. Both touch screen tablets allow users to surf the web in full width just like on a PC, so no more fumbling around on scaled-down web pages with less than full functionality.

Both internet tablets also play all music, video, or photo formats, which can even be played via Wi-fi from a PC, reducing the need for storing them on the tablet itself, even though ample storage is available. The Archos 70 comes with 8GB or 250GB, while the Archos 101 offers 8GB or 16GB. Tethering, using a mobile phone’s internet capabilities, enables users to be connected to the internet from anywhere by simply plugging in a mobile phone equipped with 3.5 G & Bluetooth™ . No Bluetooth? Users can connect via the USB cable.

The Archos Android tablets become real game consoles when players use the device itself as a gamepad. The 3D open GL technology and the accelerometer provide a gaming experience like no other. Other popular features on these touch screen tablets include easy video chatting with friends and family, using the forward facing camera and Bluetooth connectivity, as well as playing out HD videos on a large screen TV with the HDMI out connection.

Archos provides other exclusive applications to amplify the digital experience of its customers. Both internet tablets feature music, video and photo applications, all developed by the company. These apps enrich the user experience with smooth browsing through the album covers and with widgets added to the home screen to give instant access and control to media.

The Archos Android tablets are competitively priced. The Archos 101 sells for just $299.99 for 8GB
and 349.99 for 16GB, while the Archos 70 sells for only $274.99 and $349.99 for 8GB and 250GB, respectively. The Archos 70 (8GB model) is available now through the official Archos store. The Archos 101 will be available the week of 11/8/10.

About ARCHOS: Archos released the first pocket-sized HD-based MP3 player with the Jukebox 6000 in 2000 and since that time has revolutionized consumer electronics devices. It invented the portable media player in 2003 and was the first to bring television recording, wireless and touch screens to portable media players. Established in 1988, ARCHOS has offices in the United States, Europe and Asia. ARCHOS is listed on Euronext Paris, Compartment B, ISIN Code FR0000182479. store.archos.com.

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Heart Internet Announces Exclusive Price Cuts for Web Hosting...

(PRWeb UK) November 12, 2010

Leading reseller hosting provider Heart Internet (http://www.heartinternet.co.uk/) has announced permanent price reductions of up to 50% for a range of web hosting products, exclusively for their reseller hosting customers.

Heart Internet resellers now save up to 50% on the standard retail price for a range of additional web hosting products such as SSL certificates, premium mail boxes, domain privacy and virus scanning. These savings are the latest in a series of Heart Internet reseller price reductions, which include 50% off Microsoft Exchange mail boxes and 25% off dedicated servers.

“In the current economic climate we know how important it is to our resellers that they remain competitively priced to attract new customers,” said Heart Internet director Jonathan Brealey. “Our price cuts ensure Heart Internet resellers have more flexibility to offer their customers a broader range of products at low prices, whilst still being able to increase their profits.”

Heart Internet web hosting resellers will benefit from the reduced prices starting in November, with the majority of existing reseller customers’ add-ons also renewing at these reduced prices.

To find out more about reseller hosting prices, visit http://www.heartinternet.co.uk/reseller-hosting or telephone 0845 644 7750.

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The Future of the Internet is Mobile and Wireless -- But at What Cost...

Phoenix, Ariz. (PRWEB) November 11, 2010

The future of the Internet is mobile and should be open to both established firms and entrepreneurial start-ups. For economic competition, freedom of speech and press public policy considerations, the mobile Internet should not be impeded by either governmental regulations or oligopolistic telecommunications companies. However, access to the mobile Internet is now seriously threatened.

Smartcomm LLC, a Phoenix-based wireless communications consulting company, recently submitted its perspective to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on how best to achieve a competitive mobile Internet. The FCC currently is asking for comments on whether its net neutrality principles of nondiscrimination should apply to mobile Internet service. Plenty is at stake – some believe the very basic right of freedom of speech, press and access to information is in jeopardy.

At the core the debate is network neutrality: the idea that all Internet traffic and access is treated equally and without restriction. Noted Columbia Law School professor and net neutrality supporter, Tim Wu, puts it thusly: “Network neutrality is best defined as a network design principle. The idea is that a maximally useful public information network aspires to treat all content, sites and platforms equally.”

The FCC and Wireless Broadband
For months, the FCC has been gathering comments from telecommunication providers and others on ideal practices to preserve an open and competitive Internet. The FCC also is currently seeking industry perspectives on the controversial topic of telecommunication providers giving faster digital service in exchange of higher fees, or tiered access pricing structures. In August, Verizon and Google proposed a scenario in which consumers would have an open “wired” Internet, but with significant exclusions for wireless broadband. This proposal would allow carriers to charge content companies more money for faster access and possibly block certain services from reaching customers at all.

The proposal by Google and Verizon drew both support and critics alike. Supporters, including large telecom companies like AT&T, support the move, but others such as Facebook balk at the proposed idea of fast lanes for speedier Web experiences – in exchange for higher costs. The argument against this idea is that those companies who pay the most, and have the fastest connections, could rule the Internet by undermining competition, controlling users and restricting access to certain content and applications.

Industry Growth and Innovation in Peril
The growth of mobile communications and smartphones has been, and will continue to be, on a rocket-like trajectory. Aggravating this growth are strained wireless networks that were not prepared for the rapid adaption of smartphone and iPad or e-tablet technology. Morgan Stanley, in its ground-breaking “Mobile Internet Report” predicts over the next three to four years, Internet traffic on mobile devices will increase by more than 50 times. The growth of the industry provides many entrepreneurial opportunities – many of which could be stifled if large telecommunication companies are allowed to hold an oligopoly on wireless access.

Smartcomm, in its comments to the FCC, notes it has “a keen interest in a robust and nondiscriminatory Internet.” Smartcomm adds in its comments: “Critically as Americans increasingly depend on wireless connections to access Internet content and applications for both business and entertainment, the Commission should reject any proposal to exempt wireless services from open Internet protections.”

Smartcomm CEO Carole Downs said she and her company are urging the FCC to find that wireless device access deserves the full panoply of net neutrality protections, or else risk leaving a majority of Americans without access to the open Internet. “This is a critical issue facing our industry,” Downs said. “Users want a single device and a single bill for all their mobile communication needs. Without roaming rights for their data service outside their home region, users will understandably migrate to those few providers that are able to offer a nationwide data network. Start-ups and innovative service providers would be left serving niche populations in relatively few markets.”

Currently, there are two ways to regulate broadband communications – an open access approach – which many countries around the world have adopted and a facilities-based competition approach akin to the way the U.S. regulates broadband. Smartcomm and Downs suggest open access encourages fair pricing and quality service and support an environment of nondiscrimination.

“The Internet should be neutral,” said Downs. “Net neutrality is a founding principle of the Internet and creates a level playing field – for both telecommunications providers as well as consumers. There is no issue in the communications industry more important than how we choose to regulate mobile broadband. This affects everyone.”

About Smartcomm LLC
Phoenix-based Smartcomm LLC provides consulting services and opportunities in the wireless communications industry to both individual and institutional investors. The company specializes in opportunities to acquire 700 MHz, 800 MHz and 1.9 GHz band spectrum through the filing of license applications, participation in FCC public auctions or acquisitions in the secondary market. For more information, go to http://www.smartcommllc.com

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