Equinix Internap seeing strong demand, says Wells Fargo

from www.theflyonthewall.com:

>>After conducting channel checks, Wells Fargo reports that demand for data centers from Equinix and Internap is stronger than expected and generally positive. The firm maintains Outperform ratings on Equinix and Internap.

Touch panel industry to take off in 2011

from Digitimes:

>>While touch panels have seen rapid adoption in various terminal devices, business for the touch panel industry is taking off in 2011 and will grow quickly over the next 3-5 years, said chairman Michael Chiang of TPK Holdings at the company's 2011 shareholders meeting on June 9.

Equinix To Build Third Data Center in Amsterdam

Sustainable design meets growing local and global demand

REDWOOD CITY, CA & AMSTERDAM — June 9, 2011— Equinix, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQIX), a provider of global data center services, today announced plans to build a third International Business Exchange™ (IBX®) data center in Amsterdam (AM3), just six months after the official opening of AM2, the second IBX in the same market, indicating strong demand for Equinix data center services. The first phase of AM3 is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2012. The new IBX will be located in the Amsterdam Science Park, one of the most carrier-dense locations in Europe with more than 150 networks, and when completed will provide approximately 6,400 square meters of customer floor space.

“To announce three Amsterdam data centers in three years is a great measure of Equinix’s strategic and financial commitment to supporting the growth of its customers. The new AM3 IBX will meet strong local and global demand, while underlining Equinix’s commitment to building some of the most energy-efficient carrier-neutral data centers possible,” said Eric Schwartz, President of Equinix EMEA. “AM3 will further extend Platform Equinix in Europe, while supporting our growing global customer base with a full range of premium colocation, interconnection and support services for industry sectors including financial institutions, networks, enterprises, content, cloud and IT services firms.”

The project will be built in phases, with the first phase adding approximately 1,400 cabinet equivalents. When the second and final phase is completed, the IBX will house approximately 2,800 cabinet equivalents. The new Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified data center will use hot and cold storage in ground wells to avoid the use of powered cooling where possible. Excess heat from the data center will be used to warm nearby buildings and for other third-party uses. The use of sustainable technologies enables Equinix to offer its customers industry-leading data center services and a meaningful reduction in carbon footprint.

Schwartz explained how the location in the Amsterdam Science Park will benefit customers: “The close proximity to various internet exchanges and the University of Amsterdam will make AM3 one of the key hubs for serving the European continent. Moreover, the extremely high carrier density at the Amsterdam Science Park enables customers to improve their networks’ and applications’ flexibility and resilience. As with other IBXs in Amsterdam, AM3 will deliver this high level of carrier connectivity combined with the Equinix Carrier Ethernet Exchange. ”

The company’s previously provided capital expenditures guidance of between $615 and $665 million in 2011 includes the forecasted 2011 spending for this new data center.

iOS 5: Custom Vibrations

from thenextweb.com:

>>If you’re running iOS 5, you can access these options in Settings from the General > Accessibility menu.

With custom vibrations, we can change the standard vibration and assign vibrations to individual contacts — just like we’ve been able to do with ringtones all along. Apple is providing a handful of pre-made vibrations, but it also provides a custom vibration recorder which has you tap in a pattern. It’s more fun than it sounds.

This means that we can now identify who is calling us in a loud nightclub or when our phones are on silent. It’s a small gain, but if you’re used to deciding whether to take your phone out of your pocket based on which ringtone is playing you’ll probably quite like this new feature.

Tesla Model S will support third-party apps

from Engadget:

>>Yesterday, Tesla CEO Elon Musk told Cleantech Forum attendees in San Francisco that the upcoming Model S would indeed come with support for third-party applications to run on that monster 17-inch infotainment console. We're happy to see the company encouraging developers to put that Tegra chip to good use, though we can't help but worry about the myriad distractions that could come along with it.

Atmel analyst day

from www.ibtimes.com:

>>Beyond this, Berger thinks Atmel's business is robust with microcontroller (MCU), maXTouch, and memory shipments likely to grow in second half of 2011 versus first half of 2011.

from www.benzinga.com:

>>ATML reaffirms its maXTouch rev outlook of $300M+ in 2011.

The Future of Handset Gaming May Well Be Sensation

Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:

>>Tablet devices and smartphones could soon represent the replacement for consoles as the most attractive platform for the gaming sector.

This is at least the opinion of several insiders in the multibillion industry – here is a quote from Heiko Hubertz, chief executive and founder of online gaming firm Bigpoint, taken from his recent interview with Reuters:

Cypress’s CapSense® Solution Powers Clarion Touch Panel Featured in Suzuki MR Wagon

Interesting comment in the Press Release:

>>Cypress Semiconductor Corp. (Nasdaq: CY), the market leader in touch-sensing, today announced that the Clarion Co., Ltd. has chosen Cypress's CapSense^® touch-sensing solution to drive the touch panel featured in the dashboard of the Suzuki MR Wagon. The touch panel houses the main audio control and is used for volume control and channel selection.

We're excited to work with Clarion to deliver the stylish and functional touch panel in the Suzuki MR Wagon, said Hassane El Khoury, automotive business unit director. It's indicative of the trend of leading automotive companies moving into the touch age.

Equinix management to meet with Deutsche Bank

from www.theflyonthewall.com:

>>Meeting to be held in Singapore on June 6 hosted by Deutsche Bank.

Oppenheimer Discusses Meeting With Equinix Management

from Benzinga:

>>In a note to clients, Oppenheimer writes, "The company was generally upbeat about its near-term and long-term prospects, particularly pointing to continued growth in cloud computing which should allow it to continue layering incremental revenues on top of its core collocation offerings. EQIX is looking to deploy as many cloud computing nodes in as many data centers as possible, in order to continue to ride the wave of innovation. Currently cloud-based services are probably around 25% of revenues, but we would expect this mix to grow going forward."

Mixed Month for Data Center Stocks, Yet Year-to-Date Remains Strong

Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:

>>Data center related stocks enjoyed a mixed performance in May, as the REIT category was the only sub-sector delivering a solid positive performance (with increases ranging from 3.4% to 12.1%), while the other stocks fluctuated on average from slightly positive to single-digit declines. The worst performance was achieved by Limelight Networks (LLNW), falling about 10% in the month. However, it's today's news that Jim Cramer, in spite of the recent soft performance, still likes the stock.

21Vianet: Solid Growth in Data Center Services

Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:

>>21Vianet Group (VNET) announced yesterday its unaudited financial results for the first quarter of 2011. The company describes itself as the largest carrier-neutral Internet data center services provider in China, and completed its IPO at the end of April, selling about 14,950,000 American depositary shares ("ADSs"), including 1,950,000 ADSs purchased by the underwriters pursuant to the exercise of their over-allotment option at $15, or $2 above the high end of the originally proposed range. Each ADS represents six Class A ordinary shares of the company.

free, ad-subsidized version of Enzo's Pinball now available

The First Mobile Pinball Game with Full Tactile Feedback Integration Gets the Ad-Supported Treatment

SAN JOSE - June 2, 2011

Haptify, the independent publisher and developer of haptic-powered mobile apps, today announced that a free, ad-subsidized version of its first title, Enzo's Pinball, is now available in the Android Market. The first mobile pinball game to include fully integrated tactile feedback technology, Enzo's Pinball lets players feel the action as they flip their ball onto each ramp, bumper, and target. An ad-free version of Enzo's Pinball may still be purchased from the Android Market and Amazon Appstore for $1.49.

Enzo's Pinball features:

• Three unique pinball tables, each with different missions to undertake:

Clockwork Table : avoid getting wound up by an intricate clockwork mechanism dating back to the 18th century and learn the secret of the clockwork pinball

Steam-Powered Table : stay cool under pressure and navigate a high-voltage playing field to unlock the true nature of the steampunk pinball

DJ Table : listen to the dark secrets of the record pinball

• Realistic pinball physics brought to life through high-quality haptic feedback, graphics, and sound.

• Immersive touch-screen controls and accelerometer support that allows players to tilt the table,

just like in arcades.

• OpenFeint integration with global high score list and achievements.

"The subtle yet powerful addition of fully integrated tactile feedback into apps takes mobile gaming to a whole new level of immersion," said Haptify Lead Craig Vachon. " Enzo's Pinball sets itself apart from the other pinball games out there by including native haptics for a more realistic pinball experience, and by offering a free, ad-supported version, we’re able to ensure that everyone will have the opportunity to experience what the future of mobile games will feel like."

To download the FREE ad-supported version of Enzo’s Pinball, visit the Android Market at: https://market.android.com/details?id=com.haptify.enzopinballfree

To download the ad-free version of Enzo’s Pinball, visit the Android Market at: https://market.android.com/details?id=com.haptify.enzopinball

To download the ad-free version of Enzo’s Pinball from the Amazon Appstore, visit:

http://www.amazon.com/Haptify-Inc-Enzos-Pinball/dp/B004X261FY

StillSecure to Provide Complete Suite of Fully Managed Security and Compliance Solutions to Network Strategies

SUPERIOR, CO--(Marketwire - Jun 2, 2011) - StillSecure^®, a managed network security solutions and certified compliance company, and Network Strategies today announced an agreement to offer StillSecure's Managed Security Services and world-class Security Operations Center support to Network Strategies' business customers. In addition to managed security services for co-location, hosting and business continuity clients, the partnership will leverage StillSecure's security platform for Network Strategies' virtual and cloud customers managed colocation services within key Equinix data center hubs, providing the same high level of protection found in traditional deployments.

"Our customers need security delivered for a variety of environments. StillSecure's flexible managed security platform allows our co-location, hosting and virtual customers the same level of comprehensive security," said Jan Rosenberg, Managing Director of Network Strategies.

"StillSecure is proud to offer a range of security services that meet all major sectors of the evolving data center market -- co-location, managed hosting, and public and private cloud. We look forward to partnering with Network Strategies to deliver this comprehensive suite of managed security services to their customers," said Steven Harper, Vice President of Business Development for StillSecure.

About Network Strategies
Network Strategies, Inc. (NSI), founded in 2003, provides exceptional managed services exclusively within Equinix Data Centers. NSI offers services today in their Data Centers in Ashburn, Virginia, Chicago, Dallas, and London with new Equinix facilities planned in the coming year. NSI is enabling clients, whatever their space requirements, with access to world-class Equinix facilities, connectivity, security and managed services at affordable price points. For more info call (877) 585-4678 or visit http://www.networkstrategies.com/

About StillSecure
For IT executives facing escalating security threats and evolving compliance requirements, and data centers looking to cement long-term customer relationships, StillSecure designs and delivers managed network security and certified compliance solutions so you can focus on growing your core business.

As opposed to vendors with uncertified partial fixes, or worse, self-audited solutions, StillSecure unites our security experts with our certified processes and innovative technologies to provide holistic solutions that eliminate the need for dedicated resources juggling multiple vendors, products and requirements.

Equinix Internet Exchange in AP

New Peers at Equinix Internet Exchange
Welcome the following new peers at Equinix Internet Exchange in AP:

Singapore:
Godaddy (AS 26496)
Matrix Systems (AS 55818)
TOT International Internet Gateway (AS 38040)

Sydney:
Anittel (AS 7631)
Callplus (AS 9790)
Cloud Central (AS 7551)
Delion (AS 55555)
Exetel (AS 10143)
Ovee (AS 45646)
Planet Ozi (AS 18221)
Simtronic (AS 55707)
Nexon (AS 9797)
Western Australian Internet Association (AS 10084)

Tokyo:
NEC BigGlobe (AS 2518)

Hong Kong:
Amazon (AS 16509)
IPTP (AS 41095)
Qwest (AS 209)
VNPT (AS 45898)

AP Traffic Update
Equinix AP aggregate peering traffic reached a new record high of 110Gbps during the month of May 2011.

source: AP Beer and Peer

Atmel maXTouch Solution Powers ASUS Eee Pad Transformer Tablet Touchscreen

P.R.:

>>Atmel® Corporation (NASDAQ:ATML - News), a leader in microcontroller and touch technology solutions, today announced that ASUS, a leading computer manufacturer, has selected the Atmel maXTouch™ solution to power the touchscreen for the ASUS Eee Pad Transformer tablet.

Running on the Android Honeycomb 3.0 operating system, the new tablet comes with a 10.1-inch, 1280 x 800 IPS panel supporting up to 10-multitouches using Atmel's maXTouch device. The Eee Pad Transformer tablet also includes a 1GHz Tegra 2 processor with 1GB RAM, 16GB flash storage, twin cameras with 1.2-megapixels on the front and 5-megapixels on the back, gyroscope, compass, GPS and more. A keyboard option is also available and can be docked to the tablet along with a trackpad and an integrated battery. This option can boost the tablet's 9.5 hour runtime to nearly 16 hours. The device is available now in the US and Taiwan

Atmel maXTouch solutions provide the ASUS Eee Pad Transformer tablet's touchscreen with unlimited touch capability, lower power consumption, faster response time, and better signal-to-noise ratio to detect the most sensitive touches with a finger nail, stylus and a user with gloves on his hands. All these benefits provide a better, more intuitive touch experience for the Eee Pad Transformer user.

Equinix management to meet with Collins Stewart

from www.theflyonthewall.com:

>>Group breakfast to be held in Stamford, CT on June 3 at 8 am hosted by Collins Stewart.

BrightHost Leverages Platform Equinix; Expands Cloud Solutions to Hong Kong

Platform Equinix provides reliability and scalability necessary for cloud services

HONG KONG – May 31, 2011 – Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX), a provider of global data center services, today announced that BrightHost, a leading supplier of high-capacity cloud infrastructure and web hosting solutions, is leveraging Platform Equinix to support the expansion of its managed private cloud solutions to Hong Kong. The deployment of its cloud offering within Equinix’s Hong Kong (HK1) International Business Exchange™ (IBX®) data center enables BrightHost to meet its blue-chip customers’ requirement for a presence in Asia.

Michael Richardson, Manager at BrightHost said: “The nature of our solutions require a highly available and scalable environment, using best-of-breed performance and security to deliver a premium service experience to our customers in the retail and financial services industries. Our goal was to activate a world-class cloud site within two months and Equinix has been a key partner in helping us meet our commercial, technical and customer service requirements.”

Richardson continued, “Equinix offers solutions that optimize our service performance, delivery costs and the end-user experience, putting us in the best position to support our customers across the region. Equinix’s expertise in cloud services makes our new market entry and expansion a lot easier.”

Andy Lee, business development director for Cloud, IT & Enterprise, Equinix Asia Pacific said: “We serve over 240 cloud and 400 IT service providers globally and fully understand the needs of cloud services. We are thrilled to have BrightHost join our growing cloud ecosystem. We provide the combination of scalability, performance, proximity to end users and access to potential customers, which will benefit BrightHost in its expansion.”

About BrightHost

BrightHost is a leading supplier of high-capacity cloud infrastructure and web hosting solutions to Australia's largest and most recognisable brands. We take time to go beyond our client's technical requirements, to truly understand their business. This client-first philosophy is at the core of our business and daily lives. Combined with our impeccable security and performance record, we are proudly creating rewarding and unmatched client relationships.

All clients work directly with a dedicated BrightHost Account Manager to build and manage custom hosting solutions. Current BrightHost clients include many of Australia’s leading brands, including Myer, Warner Bros, Bunnings, Honda, Sensis, Bendigo Bank, AustralianSuper and the Australian Government.
http://www.brighthost.com.au/

Samsung Galaxy Player priced on Best Buy

from Engadget:

>>Priced at $270, according to the app, the 8GB touchscreen player has two cameras (a VGA on the front and and 3.0 megapixel on the rear), a microSD slot, and an FM tuner.

Taleo Corporation

On May 23, 2011, Taleo Corporation ("Taleo") entered into a manual replacement statement of work (the "Agreement") with Equinix Operating Co., Inc. ("Equinix") pursuant to which Equinix will provide colocation services to Taleo. Pursuant to the terms of the Agreement, Equinix will provide space, electrical power and other colocation services at its web hosting facilities in Virginia for Taleo's hosting infrastructure. Under the terms of the Agreement, Taleo will pay Equinix aggregate fees of approximately $8.6 million over the next five years.