from http://arstechnica.com:
>> As a result, the company's "data centers" are usually at most a few
racks of hardware, installed at co-location facilities that are major
network exchange points. Prince said that most of his company's data
centers are set up at Equinix IBX co-location facilities in the US, including CloudFlare's primary facility in San Jose—a facility also used by Google and other major cloud players as an on-ramp to the Internet.
Friday, October 19, 2012
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Hacked Nokias add haptic dimension to calls
from www.wired.co.uk:
>>A pair of hacked Nokia N900 phones are capable of providing an extra sensory dimension to phonecalls by allowing users to send one another touch messages.
The ForcePhone prototypes were built by the Helsinki Institute of Information Technology in collaboration with Nokia Research to investigate haptic communication options. It could also provide users with the option of squeezing the handset during a call to trigger a vibration in the paired receiver, referred to as a "pressure message".
>>A pair of hacked Nokia N900 phones are capable of providing an extra sensory dimension to phonecalls by allowing users to send one another touch messages.
The ForcePhone prototypes were built by the Helsinki Institute of Information Technology in collaboration with Nokia Research to investigate haptic communication options. It could also provide users with the option of squeezing the handset during a call to trigger a vibration in the paired receiver, referred to as a "pressure message".
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Equinix CTO Lane Patterson joined business and technology journalist Stephen Pritchard
from GigaOM:
>>According to Equinix CTO Lane Patterson, CIOs are still learning what can and what can’t be done in the cloud. Ultimately, it’s a matter of trust.
>>According to Equinix CTO Lane Patterson, CIOs are still learning what can and what can’t be done in the cloud. Ultimately, it’s a matter of trust.
New Clustrix Relationship with Equinix Expands Global Reach of its Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) Offerings
First Mission-critical, Scale-Out DBaaS Now on the European Continent
Equinix's
Amsterdam data center is the ideal venue for Clustrix's
Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) debut in Europe. Equinix's co-location
data center services and world-class security combined with low-latency
access of Clustrix's mission-critical, high-performance DBaaS is an
ideal solution for fast growing companies in Europe.
"With more than one-third of our customers and strategic cloud partners located in Europe, the Equinix infrastructure is a natural fit for the deployment and delivery of Clustrix's DBaaS," said Roland Schmidt, Sr. Director of Business Development at Clustrix.
"Equinix is pleased to be working with Clustrix to expand its reach to European customers and cloud partners. By deploying innovative new services from Equinix hubs, Clustrix is taking advantage of a confluence of bandwidth providers and complementary cloud services to meet the needs of European customers, expand its global reach, and scale rapidly in line with growing customer demand," said Lane Patterson, CTO at Equinix.
The Equinix relationship is a foundational element of Clustrix's scale-out SQL solution for Big Data applications around the globe. As part of the Equinix ecosystem, Europe-based Clustrix customers can scale-out their services while simultaneously reaping the benefits of stable pricing. Amsterdam's emergence as Europe's leading location for hosting, Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) and cloud presence facilitates global expansion of Clustrix's customer relationships and strategic partnerships, such as that with GoGrid, which deploys its cloud at Equinix in Amsterdam. This enables Clustrix's DBaaS presence in GoGrid's Amsterdam cloud with the same proximity, low latency, high performance, and superior SLA delivery as in GoGrid's San Francisco-based cloud.
With Equinix's worldwide and world-class data center reach, Clustrix rapidly extends the deployment and delivery of its DBaaS in Amsterdam today and wherever business demand dictates in the future. For mission-critical DBaaS needs on an infrastructure commensurate with the levels of quality, reliability and availability enterprise customers require, visit Clustrix at: http://www.clustrix.com
"With more than one-third of our customers and strategic cloud partners located in Europe, the Equinix infrastructure is a natural fit for the deployment and delivery of Clustrix's DBaaS," said Roland Schmidt, Sr. Director of Business Development at Clustrix.
"Equinix is pleased to be working with Clustrix to expand its reach to European customers and cloud partners. By deploying innovative new services from Equinix hubs, Clustrix is taking advantage of a confluence of bandwidth providers and complementary cloud services to meet the needs of European customers, expand its global reach, and scale rapidly in line with growing customer demand," said Lane Patterson, CTO at Equinix.
The Equinix relationship is a foundational element of Clustrix's scale-out SQL solution for Big Data applications around the globe. As part of the Equinix ecosystem, Europe-based Clustrix customers can scale-out their services while simultaneously reaping the benefits of stable pricing. Amsterdam's emergence as Europe's leading location for hosting, Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) and cloud presence facilitates global expansion of Clustrix's customer relationships and strategic partnerships, such as that with GoGrid, which deploys its cloud at Equinix in Amsterdam. This enables Clustrix's DBaaS presence in GoGrid's Amsterdam cloud with the same proximity, low latency, high performance, and superior SLA delivery as in GoGrid's San Francisco-based cloud.
With Equinix's worldwide and world-class data center reach, Clustrix rapidly extends the deployment and delivery of its DBaaS in Amsterdam today and wherever business demand dictates in the future. For mission-critical DBaaS needs on an infrastructure commensurate with the levels of quality, reliability and availability enterprise customers require, visit Clustrix at: http://www.clustrix.com
Read more here: http://www.heraldonline.com/2012/10/16/4339343/new-clustrix-relationship-with.html#storylink=cpy
Equinix scopes Melbourne for next data centre
from www.itnews.com.au:
>>Global data centre operator Equinix has confirmed its staff are actively scouting the Melbourne real estate market for a location to build its next data centre.
The company’s Australian managing director Tony Simonsen told iTnews Melbourne was the most attractive and underserved market in Australia.
>>Global data centre operator Equinix has confirmed its staff are actively scouting the Melbourne real estate market for a location to build its next data centre.
The company’s Australian managing director Tony Simonsen told iTnews Melbourne was the most attractive and underserved market in Australia.
Monday, October 15, 2012
The Transition From Legacy IT And Its Potential Consequences On Microsoft
Read the whole post at Seeking Alpha:
>The transition from Legacy IT (PC-based) to Hybrid IT (PCs + Smartphones + Tablets) is on the way, and, according to some experts, it will soon lead to a new future called Next Gen IT (Smartphones + Tablets mainly).
PC companies have adopted several strategies to deal with this new landscape, including creating new categories like "ultrabooks" and other ultra-thin notebooks to drive sales, or reducing prices to lure more customers. Unfortunately for them, PC shipments are set to decline in 2012 for the first time in 11 years, according to iSuppli, and smartphone sales beat those of PCs for the first time ever in 2011, while recent tweets from Asymco's Horace Dediu seem to paint an even darker picture for PC producers - and Microsoft (MSFT), the absolute leader in PC software sales.
Microsoft and the Gang of Four
>The transition from Legacy IT (PC-based) to Hybrid IT (PCs + Smartphones + Tablets) is on the way, and, according to some experts, it will soon lead to a new future called Next Gen IT (Smartphones + Tablets mainly).
PC companies have adopted several strategies to deal with this new landscape, including creating new categories like "ultrabooks" and other ultra-thin notebooks to drive sales, or reducing prices to lure more customers. Unfortunately for them, PC shipments are set to decline in 2012 for the first time in 11 years, according to iSuppli, and smartphone sales beat those of PCs for the first time ever in 2011, while recent tweets from Asymco's Horace Dediu seem to paint an even darker picture for PC producers - and Microsoft (MSFT), the absolute leader in PC software sales.
Microsoft and the Gang of Four
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Network-Neutral Data Centers Lead Gains Year-To-Date
Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:
>>Time for an update on the performance of data center related stocks, that include companies operating colocation facilities and CDNs.
As a reminder, we do not track larger companies, like Amazon (AMZN) or Google (GOOG), as their revenue/stock performance is mainly influenced by their retail or advertising platforms, rather than their data center (or cloud computing) operations.
Here is a short summary of how the companies under our radar screen behaved in August and September 2012:
>>Time for an update on the performance of data center related stocks, that include companies operating colocation facilities and CDNs.
As a reminder, we do not track larger companies, like Amazon (AMZN) or Google (GOOG), as their revenue/stock performance is mainly influenced by their retail or advertising platforms, rather than their data center (or cloud computing) operations.
Here is a short summary of how the companies under our radar screen behaved in August and September 2012:
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Lightning Round: Equinix
from CNBC:
>>Equinix: This is a great play on cloud computing, Jim Cramer said, adding he doesn't think the stock is likely to fall any time soon.
>>Equinix: This is a great play on cloud computing, Jim Cramer said, adding he doesn't think the stock is likely to fall any time soon.
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Hedge Fund Titan David Einhorn Shares Stock Picks
from Forbes:
>>His new pick is small cap Jamba. The stock, which trades near $2, has all the hallmarks of a good turnaround investing play, Khaner says. It has low debt to capital and a CEO experienced with turnaround. Chief James White was trained by Gillete turnaround guru Jim Kilts. Kilts was also responsible for teaching other savvy turnaround artists that art, men like Campbell’s Doug Conant.
Moreoever, Jamba’s return on invested capital has been improving, an important measure of a turnaround, Khaner says.
>>His new pick is small cap Jamba. The stock, which trades near $2, has all the hallmarks of a good turnaround investing play, Khaner says. It has low debt to capital and a CEO experienced with turnaround. Chief James White was trained by Gillete turnaround guru Jim Kilts. Kilts was also responsible for teaching other savvy turnaround artists that art, men like Campbell’s Doug Conant.
Moreoever, Jamba’s return on invested capital has been improving, an important measure of a turnaround, Khaner says.
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Equinix provides Southern Cross Cable Network hook-up from SY1
from www.computerworld.com.au
>> Company’s Sydney data centre, SY1, first in Australia to house a direct link to SCCN which will reduce latency
Data centre provider, Equinix, has announced that its Sydney 1 (SY1) facility is the first data centre in Australia to house a direct link to the Southern Cross Cable Network (SCCN), which provides international bandwidth from Australia, New Zealand and Hawaii to the US.
>> Company’s Sydney data centre, SY1, first in Australia to house a direct link to SCCN which will reduce latency
Data centre provider, Equinix, has announced that its Sydney 1 (SY1) facility is the first data centre in Australia to house a direct link to the Southern Cross Cable Network (SCCN), which provides international bandwidth from Australia, New Zealand and Hawaii to the US.
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
RBC Capital Boosts Price Target on Equinix (EQIX)
from www.jagsreport.com
>> Equinix (NASDAQ: EQIX) had its target price increased by RBC Capital from $195.00 to $230.00 in a report issued on Wednesday. They currently have an outperform rating on the stock.
>> Equinix (NASDAQ: EQIX) had its target price increased by RBC Capital from $195.00 to $230.00 in a report issued on Wednesday. They currently have an outperform rating on the stock.
Monday, September 24, 2012
SureHosting Internet Solutions teams with tw telecom to expand connections at Equinix data center in Sunnyvale, Calif.
KANSAS CITY, Mo., Sept. 24, 2012 — /PRNewswire/ -- tw telecom inc. (NASDAQ:
TWTC), a leading provider of managed services, including Business
Ethernet, converged, and IP VPN solutions for enterprise carrier
customers throughout the U.S. and globally, announced today that it has
teamed with SureHosting Internet Solutions to offer its customers
secure, scalable and predictable Business Ethernet connectivity to the
Equinix International Business Exchange™ (IBX®) data center in
Sunnyvale, Calif.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080626/LATH527LOGO)
"We are pleased to team with tw telecom to help us deliver our solutions to customers demanding world-class, reliable, and secure bandwidth, while connecting offices directly to their data center assets," said Michael Hendricks, President and CEO of SureHosting Internet Services. "With tw telecom's highly reliable Layer 2 Business Ethernet connectivity across the nation, we have the best path routing available to ensure fast, secure and scalable bandwidth for our customers' applications. Together, we can offer a 'virtual patch cord' that eliminates the need for expensive firewalls, delivering faster and more reliable connections directly to our data center equipment."
As part of the agreement, tw telecom will deliver a 1 Gbps connection that can immediately respond as SureHosting's bandwidth demands increase.
Read more here: http://www.heraldonline.com/2012/09/24/4288068/surehosting-internet-solutions.html#storylink=cpy
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080626/LATH527LOGO)
"We are pleased to team with tw telecom to help us deliver our solutions to customers demanding world-class, reliable, and secure bandwidth, while connecting offices directly to their data center assets," said Michael Hendricks, President and CEO of SureHosting Internet Services. "With tw telecom's highly reliable Layer 2 Business Ethernet connectivity across the nation, we have the best path routing available to ensure fast, secure and scalable bandwidth for our customers' applications. Together, we can offer a 'virtual patch cord' that eliminates the need for expensive firewalls, delivering faster and more reliable connections directly to our data center equipment."
As part of the agreement, tw telecom will deliver a 1 Gbps connection that can immediately respond as SureHosting's bandwidth demands increase.
Read more here: http://www.heraldonline.com/2012/09/24/4288068/surehosting-internet-solutions.html#storylink=cpy
Focus Media LBO Offer: Betting On The Timing Rather Than The Outcome Of The Proposed Deal
Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:
>>Focus Media (FMCN) is the dominant advertising-display agency in China, operating approximately 170,000 flat-panel displays in about 90,000 buildings all over 90 Chinese cities.
The company recently received a $3.1 billion buyout offer backed by the company chairman and several key investors like Citic Capital Partners (a company associated with CITIC Group, synonymous of the Chinese sovereign wealth fund), FountainVest Partners (lead by Frank Tang, who used to head China investments for Temasek, the Singapore Sovereign Wealth Fund) and private-equity giant Carlyle. The company's largest shareholder, Fosun International, seems supportive of the deal.
>>Focus Media (FMCN) is the dominant advertising-display agency in China, operating approximately 170,000 flat-panel displays in about 90,000 buildings all over 90 Chinese cities.
The company recently received a $3.1 billion buyout offer backed by the company chairman and several key investors like Citic Capital Partners (a company associated with CITIC Group, synonymous of the Chinese sovereign wealth fund), FountainVest Partners (lead by Frank Tang, who used to head China investments for Temasek, the Singapore Sovereign Wealth Fund) and private-equity giant Carlyle. The company's largest shareholder, Fosun International, seems supportive of the deal.
Friday, September 21, 2012
Equinix price target raised to $230 from $200 at Pacific Crest
from Yahoo:
>>Pacific Crest increased its target on Equinix as the firm believes that the company deserves a higher multiple after deciding to attempt to convert to a REIT in 2015.
>>Pacific Crest increased its target on Equinix as the firm believes that the company deserves a higher multiple after deciding to attempt to convert to a REIT in 2015.
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Jamba Juice Café, Corporate Office Slated to Open in Stony Brook
from http://threevillage.patch.com
>>Scott Borland has big plans for the Jamba Juice name on Long Island.
The St. James resident has acquired the franchise rights to Jamba Juice smoothie and juice cafés in all of Suffolk, Nassau, Brooklyn and Queens, and he's starting right here in Stony Brook with a location at 2460 Nesconset Highway.
>>Scott Borland has big plans for the Jamba Juice name on Long Island.
The St. James resident has acquired the franchise rights to Jamba Juice smoothie and juice cafés in all of Suffolk, Nassau, Brooklyn and Queens, and he's starting right here in Stony Brook with a location at 2460 Nesconset Highway.
Monday, September 17, 2012
UPDATE: Goldman Sachs Raises PT to $216 on Equinix on REIT Commitment
From Benzinga:
>>Goldman Sachs reiterated its Neutral rating on Equinix but raised its price target from $195 to $216.
>>Goldman Sachs reiterated its Neutral rating on Equinix but raised its price target from $195 to $216.
Saturday, September 15, 2012
HTC, Motorola Say Immersion Flouted ITC Definition Deadline
from www.law360.com:
>> HTC Corp. and Motorola Mobility LLC on Tuesday pressed a judge with the U.S. International Trade Commission to bar additional claim definitions from Immersion Corp. in its smartphone patent infringement suit, saying Immersion has flouted a court-ordered deadline by offering at least 41 such ill-timed constructions.
>> HTC Corp. and Motorola Mobility LLC on Tuesday pressed a judge with the U.S. International Trade Commission to bar additional claim definitions from Immersion Corp. in its smartphone patent infringement suit, saying Immersion has flouted a court-ordered deadline by offering at least 41 such ill-timed constructions.
Friday, September 14, 2012
Samsung says Galaxy Note 2 sales could reach 20M, Yonhap reports
from www.theflyonthewall.com
>> Samsung (SSNLF) said sales of its Galaxy Note 2, a smartphone/tablet hybrid, may reach 20M, according to Yonhap, which cited Shin Jong-kyun, the head of Samsung's IT and mobile unit.
>> Samsung (SSNLF) said sales of its Galaxy Note 2, a smartphone/tablet hybrid, may reach 20M, according to Yonhap, which cited Shin Jong-kyun, the head of Samsung's IT and mobile unit.
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Feltl & Co Starts Immersion
From www.streetinsider.com:
>>Feltl & Co initiates coverage on Immersion (NASDAQ: IMMR) with a Hold. PT $5.70.
>>Feltl & Co initiates coverage on Immersion (NASDAQ: IMMR) with a Hold. PT $5.70.
Friday, September 7, 2012
Apple Researches a New Haptic Option & More
from www.patentlyapple.com
>> In March of this year we posted our first haptics related patent report for 2012 titled "Apple Looking to deliver a little More Buzz to iOS Devices." Then in May we posted another haptics report titled "Apple Reveals Wildly Intelligent Multi-Tiered Haptics System," which was a very detailed and ambitious application. Then in August we posted our third patent report covering haptics that related to a low Z profile linear vibrational motor. Today, in our fourth haptics report of the year we take a quick look at Apple's work on a linear vibrator which provides localized haptic feedback. Obviously Apple is searching for the right haptics solutions for the right devices. In fact, our morning report titled "Apple Advances Work on Virtual Keyboards for iMac & MacBook," is the ideal application for Apple's localized haptic feedback technology.
>> In March of this year we posted our first haptics related patent report for 2012 titled "Apple Looking to deliver a little More Buzz to iOS Devices." Then in May we posted another haptics report titled "Apple Reveals Wildly Intelligent Multi-Tiered Haptics System," which was a very detailed and ambitious application. Then in August we posted our third patent report covering haptics that related to a low Z profile linear vibrational motor. Today, in our fourth haptics report of the year we take a quick look at Apple's work on a linear vibrator which provides localized haptic feedback. Obviously Apple is searching for the right haptics solutions for the right devices. In fact, our morning report titled "Apple Advances Work on Virtual Keyboards for iMac & MacBook," is the ideal application for Apple's localized haptic feedback technology.
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Samsung says Galaxy S III Sales Top 20 Million
from http://allthingsd.com/
>> Samsung said on Wednesday that sales of its Galaxy S III phone have now surpassed 20 million, the fastest start to any of its devices.
>> Samsung said on Wednesday that sales of its Galaxy S III phone have now surpassed 20 million, the fastest start to any of its devices.
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Galaxy S III passes Apple's iPhone 4S, becomes top selling US smartphone
from www.appleinsider.com:
>For the first time since it launched last October, Apple's iPhone 4S was not the top selling smartphone in the U.S., as the newly released Samsung Galaxy S III took the top spot in the month of August.
>For the first time since it launched last October, Apple's iPhone 4S was not the top selling smartphone in the U.S., as the newly released Samsung Galaxy S III took the top spot in the month of August.
Saturday, September 1, 2012
Apple iPhone 5 Features: 5 Reasons Why the New Larger Screen Could Be a Game-changer
from /www.booksnreview.com:
>>5) Advanced Haptics: This feature may be a long-shot to make it to the iPhone 5, but if Apple managed to pull this one off, this next iPhone could be the best smartphone experience ever created.
By making the phone's screen process thinner and stronger, Apple could potentially implement one of its patents for a new haptics feedback system, which would allow users to physically interact with their content by touching it -- an experience which would be accomplished with sensors and actuators working simultaneously.
Apple's multi-tiered system is extremely sophisticated: Using several layers of elastic screens stacked on top of each other, Apple's screen can produce 3D buttons or objects to interact with, as well as give texture to images, like topographical maps, but only when they're needed. This technology is currently being explored by another company, Tactus Technology, which created a video to explain how it all works.
>>5) Advanced Haptics: This feature may be a long-shot to make it to the iPhone 5, but if Apple managed to pull this one off, this next iPhone could be the best smartphone experience ever created.
By making the phone's screen process thinner and stronger, Apple could potentially implement one of its patents for a new haptics feedback system, which would allow users to physically interact with their content by touching it -- an experience which would be accomplished with sensors and actuators working simultaneously.
Apple's multi-tiered system is extremely sophisticated: Using several layers of elastic screens stacked on top of each other, Apple's screen can produce 3D buttons or objects to interact with, as well as give texture to images, like topographical maps, but only when they're needed. This technology is currently being explored by another company, Tactus Technology, which created a video to explain how it all works.
Friday, August 31, 2012
Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 and A2107 Hands-On: Haptic Feedback, Great Widgets
from http://blog.laptopmag.com/
>> Our favorite feature of the IdeaTab S2109 is its haptic feedback. Where most Android phones provide a pleasant but optional tactile buzz as you type and hit navigation buttons, most Android tablets lack this functionality. With the IdeaTab 2109, it’s on by default, giving users a better simulation of a real keyboard as they type on a virtual one.
>> Our favorite feature of the IdeaTab S2109 is its haptic feedback. Where most Android phones provide a pleasant but optional tactile buzz as you type and hit navigation buttons, most Android tablets lack this functionality. With the IdeaTab 2109, it’s on by default, giving users a better simulation of a real keyboard as they type on a virtual one.
Bob Heubel is a haptic technology evangelist with IMMR
from www.dmwmedia.com
>> Bob Heubel is a haptic technology evangelist with Immersion Corporation. He specializes in helping game developers implement feedback effects that players can literally feel, adding touch to the sights and sounds of gaming on smartphones and tablets. Heubel put his mobile device down just long enough to answer Five Questions.
>> Bob Heubel is a haptic technology evangelist with Immersion Corporation. He specializes in helping game developers implement feedback effects that players can literally feel, adding touch to the sights and sounds of gaming on smartphones and tablets. Heubel put his mobile device down just long enough to answer Five Questions.
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Direct Edge to Relocate Disaster Recovery Facilities to Equinix CH4 Data Center in Chicago
Build Out to be Completed in the 4th Quarter of 2013
JERSEY CITY, N.J., Aug 30, 2012 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX) --
Direct Edge(R), one of the world's leading equities exchange operators,
announces it has signed an agreement with Equinix, Inc.
EQIX
+0.86%
, a provider of global data center services, to re-locate the disaster
recovery facilities for EDGA Exchange and EDGX Exchange to Equinix's
Chicago 4 (CH4) International Business Exchange(TM) (IBX(R)) data
center. Scheduled to be operational by the fourth quarter of 2013,
Direct Edge anticipates the new site will enhance its business
continuity and disaster recovery capabilities by providing geographic
diversity in the event of a disruption that impacts its primary facility
at the Equinix NY4 data center in Secaucus, New Jersey.
"Continuous operation in even the most difficult of circumstances is a
core pillar of investor confidence," said Saro Jahani, Chief Information
Officer for Direct Edge. "Not only is the Equinix CH4 site a
world-class data center already used by many of our members, its
location will complement Direct Edge's primary facility by providing
geographic diversity in the event of broad unavailability of our New
Jersey facilities. Equinix has been a valued partner of Direct Edge
since before the launch of our exchanges in 2010, and we are honored to
expand our relationship with them."
"Equinix is pleased to provide Direct Edge with the redundancy,
security, and connectivity it requires to deliver the performance and
support its members demand," said John Knuff, general manager, global
financial services at Equinix. "Direct Edge has access to a rich
ecosystem of trading participants and connectivity options inside its
primary deployment at NY4, and with its expansion to CH4 market
participants in Chicago will have access to Direct Edge locally."
Direct Edge currently uses a data center facility in Clifton, N.J., as
the DR site for the backup facilities of the EDGA and EDGX Exchanges. A
detailed migration and implementation schedule will be distributed to
members and trading participants in due course.
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
National Securities - PANL
from Barrons:
>>Update: In an update to the note, Liu states that for touch-feedback technology maker Immersion (IMMR), “For Immersion, this may be a positive for the company. The Apple-Samsung verdict sends a strong message about patent infringement.”
>>Update: In an update to the note, Liu states that for touch-feedback technology maker Immersion (IMMR), “For Immersion, this may be a positive for the company. The Apple-Samsung verdict sends a strong message about patent infringement.”
Friday, August 17, 2012
Nokia patents haptic system to simulate linear motion, assist with navigational route guidance
from Engadget:
>>Given the company's other research in the field of haptic systems, it seems Nokia's future may be full of good vibrations, indeed.
>>Given the company's other research in the field of haptic systems, it seems Nokia's future may be full of good vibrations, indeed.
Thursday, August 16, 2012
Data Center Related Stocks Jump On Earnings, But Close A Mixed July
Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:
>>Data center related stocks closed a mixed month in July 2012, in spite of several positive performances after earnings, as most companies beat analysts' expectations both for revenues and earnings.
July performance
Here is a quick look at how all companies under our radar screen performed in July 2012:
>>Data center related stocks closed a mixed month in July 2012, in spite of several positive performances after earnings, as most companies beat analysts' expectations both for revenues and earnings.
July performance
Here is a quick look at how all companies under our radar screen performed in July 2012:
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
Samsung: 10 million Galaxy Notes have been sold, worldwide
from Engadget:
>>Samsung's got more reasons to celebrate today than just the release of its latest pen-friendly tablet -- the company also let it be known that it has managed to sell 10 Million Galaxy Note devices, globally.
>>Samsung's got more reasons to celebrate today than just the release of its latest pen-friendly tablet -- the company also let it be known that it has managed to sell 10 Million Galaxy Note devices, globally.
Paulson & Co. Strong Likes Equinix,
from www.valuewalk.com:
>>New Positions
Paulson initiated two major positions in JPMorgan Chase & Co.(NYSE:JPM) with 4 million shares Equinix Inc (NASDAQ:EQIX) with 1.03 million shares, these holdings now make up 1.19 and 1.49 percent of the portfolio.
>>New Positions
Paulson initiated two major positions in JPMorgan Chase & Co.(NYSE:JPM) with 4 million shares Equinix Inc (NASDAQ:EQIX) with 1.03 million shares, these holdings now make up 1.19 and 1.49 percent of the portfolio.
Force feedback could be the sequel to the touchscreen craze
from http://venturebeat.com/:
>>Ramstein believes forecasts that predict that 60 percent of smartphones will have advanced haptics by 2015.
By
advanced, Ramstein means technology that vibrates in multiple
locations, produces localized sounds, is integrated with a sensor, and
supports multiple finger touches. It has to bend with a device and be
both ultralight and flexible. Ramstein said that his modules have a
response time of under 1 millisecond, making them faster, more elastic,
and more forceful than competing technologies such as piezoceramic or
elastomer. It is less than 50 microns thick (a micron is a millionth of a
meter) and weighs less than a gram.
>>Ramstein believes forecasts that predict that 60 percent of smartphones will have advanced haptics by 2015.
By
advanced, Ramstein means technology that vibrates in multiple
locations, produces localized sounds, is integrated with a sensor, and
supports multiple finger touches. It has to bend with a device and be
both ultralight and flexible. Ramstein said that his modules have a
response time of under 1 millisecond, making them faster, more elastic,
and more forceful than competing technologies such as piezoceramic or
elastomer. It is less than 50 microns thick (a micron is a millionth of a
meter) and weighs less than a gram.
Jamba Juice launches ‘at home’ Greek yogurt smoothies
from http://www.foodbev.com
>> US juice bar business Jamba Juice has launched Jamba ‘At Home’ Smoothies combining non-fat Greek yogurt with on-trend super fruits.
>> US juice bar business Jamba Juice has launched Jamba ‘At Home’ Smoothies combining non-fat Greek yogurt with on-trend super fruits.
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
HandyGames adds haptic feedback to Bulldozer, Guns'n'Glory WW2, and Farm Invasion
from http://www.pocketgamer.co.uk
>> German studio HandyGames has just added Immersion's Haptic Development Platform to the Android versions of Bulldozer, Guns'n'Glory WW2, and Farm Invasion, which means they now boast touch feedback.
>> German studio HandyGames has just added Immersion's Haptic Development Platform to the Android versions of Bulldozer, Guns'n'Glory WW2, and Farm Invasion, which means they now boast touch feedback.
Gartner: Global Mobile Sales Down 2%, Smartphones Surge 43%
from http://techcrunch.com:
>>The picture is different for the world leader: buoyed by its strong sales in smartphones (over half of all devices sold by Samsung) and feature phones, Samsung is playing the game perfectly. It improved its market by nearly five percentage points to 21.6% marketshare, working out to over 90 million units sold. The distance between Samsung/Nokia and the rest of the pack is big at the moment. Apple comes in third but a ways behind with 29 million units. That shows how challenging the mobile market, which needs to operate at scale to be profitable, is at the moment for the majority of the industry.
>>The picture is different for the world leader: buoyed by its strong sales in smartphones (over half of all devices sold by Samsung) and feature phones, Samsung is playing the game perfectly. It improved its market by nearly five percentage points to 21.6% marketshare, working out to over 90 million units sold. The distance between Samsung/Nokia and the rest of the pack is big at the moment. Apple comes in third but a ways behind with 29 million units. That shows how challenging the mobile market, which needs to operate at scale to be profitable, is at the moment for the majority of the industry.
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Equinix Opens New NY5 Facility - Expect Accelerated Revenue Growth
Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:
>>Equinix (EQIX) is opening its brand new NY5 data center in the New York metro area, a facility that is expected to respond to strong market demand from its financial customers at a time when the other IBX data centers in the region have reached full capacity.
In this article, we'll go through the background of Equinix's presence in the NY area and strength in the financial vertical, as well as examine what the new opening may mean for the company in the long term.
Equinix's Presence in the New York Metro Area
Excluding the new NY5 facility, the company is operating seven data centers in the New York metro area, located both in Manhattan or in the so-called New Jersey doughnut -- a 30 kilometer to 70 kilometer circle around New York.
>>Equinix (EQIX) is opening its brand new NY5 data center in the New York metro area, a facility that is expected to respond to strong market demand from its financial customers at a time when the other IBX data centers in the region have reached full capacity.
In this article, we'll go through the background of Equinix's presence in the NY area and strength in the financial vertical, as well as examine what the new opening may mean for the company in the long term.
Equinix's Presence in the New York Metro Area
Excluding the new NY5 facility, the company is operating seven data centers in the New York metro area, located both in Manhattan or in the so-called New Jersey doughnut -- a 30 kilometer to 70 kilometer circle around New York.
Immersion Disappoints, Hints At Potential Settlements For Basic Haptics
Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha
>>Last week on Thursday evening, Immersion Corporation (IMMR) delivered disappointing Q2 2012 results, below consensus and management's expectation as far as revenues. The company widened its guidance for 2012, to incorporate both the possibility of a result inferior to previous expectations, as well as potential upside from Basic Haptics royalty agreements/settlements before year's end.
First, a quick look at some of the highlights from Q2 2012 earnings:
>>Last week on Thursday evening, Immersion Corporation (IMMR) delivered disappointing Q2 2012 results, below consensus and management's expectation as far as revenues. The company widened its guidance for 2012, to incorporate both the possibility of a result inferior to previous expectations, as well as potential upside from Basic Haptics royalty agreements/settlements before year's end.
First, a quick look at some of the highlights from Q2 2012 earnings:
Monday, August 6, 2012
TeleCity Group delivers a solid 1H 2012, acquires Tenue Oy, a Finnish data centre operator
Read the whole post at TR:
>>Today, TeleCity Group announced its results for the first half of 2012.
In line with expectations, the company delivered solid growth both in revenues and EBITDA.
Here is a quick look at some of the highlights:
>>Today, TeleCity Group announced its results for the first half of 2012.
In line with expectations, the company delivered solid growth both in revenues and EBITDA.
Here is a quick look at some of the highlights:
Saturday, August 4, 2012
What RIM Must Do to Make BlackBerry 10 a Success
from www.techvibes.com:
>>A MOBILE GAMER'S DREAM
The newest Samsung devices can utilize the world leader in haptics technology known as Immersion. Around since 1993, it has Montreal and San Jose offices. Haptic technology allows for “feel” when you press a touchscreen. Samsung's latest models demoed haptic gaming at the latest Google I/O conference in California, making an experience similar to that of the PlayStation controller that vibrates while you play.
RIM must come up with something awesome on the gaming side to attract both developers and more youthful technology oriented consumers. Sony's newest product allowed for PS3 games to be played on the new VITA via a Wi-Fi connection, but was everything except a phone. Immersion has released a mobile SDK.
>>A MOBILE GAMER'S DREAM
The newest Samsung devices can utilize the world leader in haptics technology known as Immersion. Around since 1993, it has Montreal and San Jose offices. Haptic technology allows for “feel” when you press a touchscreen. Samsung's latest models demoed haptic gaming at the latest Google I/O conference in California, making an experience similar to that of the PlayStation controller that vibrates while you play.
RIM must come up with something awesome on the gaming side to attract both developers and more youthful technology oriented consumers. Sony's newest product allowed for PS3 games to be played on the new VITA via a Wi-Fi connection, but was everything except a phone. Immersion has released a mobile SDK.
Friday, August 3, 2012
Trends and shipment forecast for 2H 2012 smartphone market
from DIGITIMES:
>>Global smartphone shipments will top 630 million units in 2012,
representing on-year growth of 35%, which is more more moderate annual
growth than seen in previous years. Smartphone shipments in 2010 and
2011 both enjoyed growth of more than 60%. Growth will decelerate in
2012 due to the high base, as well as a slowdown in consumer spending in
Western Europe.
In the second half of the year, global smartphone shipments will reach
344 million units and quarterly shipments during 2012 will register
sequential growth through the last quarter of the year. The shipment
ratio for the first and second halves of 2012 is estimated at 4.5:5.5.
Quarterly shipments during 2012 will manage on-year growth through the
last quarter of the year. But the growth will slow at a gradual pace and
likely decelerate to 22% in the fourth quarter.
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Data Center Related Stocks Halftime Post-Earnings Performance: Solid Uptrend
Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:
>>Half of the stocks under our coverage in the data center related sector reported earnings last week, including the companies that are considered the bellwethers for the network-neutral, REIT and CDN sub-sectors, Equinix (EQIX), Digital Realty (DLR) and Akamai (AKAM), respectively.
Before reporting the highlights for each of them, here is a short summary of how all companies performed in term of Y/Y growth, and against analysts' expectations:
>>Half of the stocks under our coverage in the data center related sector reported earnings last week, including the companies that are considered the bellwethers for the network-neutral, REIT and CDN sub-sectors, Equinix (EQIX), Digital Realty (DLR) and Akamai (AKAM), respectively.
Before reporting the highlights for each of them, here is a short summary of how all companies performed in term of Y/Y growth, and against analysts' expectations:
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Equinix, le plus grand datacenter de France
from /www.entreprises.ouest-france.fr:
>>Le plus grand datacenter de France entre en service, mercredi, à Pantin (93). Equinix, le leader mondial, a relié cette ferme informatique de 12 000 m2 à son centre de Saint-Denis. C’est le repaire des grands noms du web.
>>Le plus grand datacenter de France entre en service, mercredi, à Pantin (93). Equinix, le leader mondial, a relié cette ferme informatique de 12 000 m2 à son centre de Saint-Denis. C’est le repaire des grands noms du web.
Cramer's Six Stocks in 60 Seconds: EQIX
from The Street:
>>He said that data center purveyor Equinix remains the best-performing cloud computing play despite Monday's analyst downgrade.
>>He said that data center purveyor Equinix remains the best-performing cloud computing play despite Monday's analyst downgrade.
Monday, July 30, 2012
Equinix downgraded to Neutral from Buy at Citigroup
from Yahoo:
>>Citigroup downgraded Equinix citing valuation and limited revenue growth upside relative to expectations. The firm raised its price target for shares to $200 from $180.
>>Citigroup downgraded Equinix citing valuation and limited revenue growth upside relative to expectations. The firm raised its price target for shares to $200 from $180.
Friday, July 27, 2012
Strong Demand for Smartphones in Second Quarter Continues to Drive the Worldwide Mobile Phone Market, According to IDC
The worldwide mobile phone market grew
1% year over year in the second quarter of 2012 (2Q12), as Samsung and Apple shipped
almost half of the world's smartphones. According to the International Data
Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone
Tracker, vendors
shipped 406.0 million units in 2Q12 compared to 401.8 million units in the second
quarter of 2011.
http://www.idc.com/getdoc.jsp?containerId=prUS23624612
http://www.idc.com/getdoc.jsp?containerId=prUS23624612
Equinix's Journey To $3 Billion Sounds Achievable
Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:
>>During its recent analyst day in New York, Equinix's (EQIX) management sounded quite upbeat on the company's long term growth prospects. After a four-fold rise in revenues since 2007, the company is now guiding to reach $3 billion in sales in 2015, almost a double compared to 2011 revenues.
After a quick look at Equinix's past performances, we'll try to break down a few reasons why we believe the company is well positioned to reach this ambitious target.
>>During its recent analyst day in New York, Equinix's (EQIX) management sounded quite upbeat on the company's long term growth prospects. After a four-fold rise in revenues since 2007, the company is now guiding to reach $3 billion in sales in 2015, almost a double compared to 2011 revenues.
After a quick look at Equinix's past performances, we'll try to break down a few reasons why we believe the company is well positioned to reach this ambitious target.
Thursday, July 26, 2012
Equinix Delivers Another Solid Quarter, Expands In Brazil
Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:
>>Equinix (EQIX) delivered another solid quarter last Wednesday night, and guided above consensus for Q3 and full year 2012.
Let's have a quick look at some of the highlights of the quarter:
>>Equinix (EQIX) delivered another solid quarter last Wednesday night, and guided above consensus for Q3 and full year 2012.
Let's have a quick look at some of the highlights of the quarter:
- Revenues of $466.3M (+18.1% Y/Y, +3% Q/Q) slightly missed consensus of $ $467.1 million. On an FX-neutral basis, Q2 revenues increased 4% Q/Q and were up 22% over the same quarter of last year. Negative currency trends impacted the quarter for about $3 million, compared to FX guidance rates;
- Q2 EPS of $0.76 beat consensus by $ 0.15 per share;
- The company guided for revenues of $492 million to $498 million in Q3, above consensus of $485.2 million (including $13 million to $15 million of revenue attributed to the Asia Tone and ancotel acquisitions), and increased 2012 guidance to greater than $1,920.0 million;
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Nokia's Better-Than-Expected Cash Performance A Trap For Investors?
Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:
>>Nokia (NOK) recently delivered mixed earnings, which surprised investors, on the positive side, thanks to the company's strong net cash balance of €4.2B ($ 5B) at quarter's end, marginally down from €4.9B ($5.9B) in Q1 2012, in spite of a net loss of €1.41B ($ 1.7B) in the quarter.
The stock bounced on the news, to give back most of its gains the following day.
>>Nokia (NOK) recently delivered mixed earnings, which surprised investors, on the positive side, thanks to the company's strong net cash balance of €4.2B ($ 5B) at quarter's end, marginally down from €4.9B ($5.9B) in Q1 2012, in spite of a net loss of €1.41B ($ 1.7B) in the quarter.
The stock bounced on the news, to give back most of its gains the following day.
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Equinix Change to REIT Seen Saving $312 Million in Taxes
from Bloomberg:
>>“Tax efficiency is the most important attribute of being a REIT, so that’s certainly a positive,” said Clayton Moran, an analyst at Delray Beach, Florida-based Benchmark Co., who recommends buying the shares. “REITs are valued at a premium given that they’re highly recurring dividend plays.”
>>“Tax efficiency is the most important attribute of being a REIT, so that’s certainly a positive,” said Clayton Moran, an analyst at Delray Beach, Florida-based Benchmark Co., who recommends buying the shares. “REITs are valued at a premium given that they’re highly recurring dividend plays.”
Toshiba REGZA T-02D smartphone launches in Japan
from Engadget:
>>Confusingly announced by Fujitsu, the Toshiba Regza T-02D will settle into a wall of similarly bright-colored, good-looking smartphones in NTT DoCoMo stores starting this week.
>>Confusingly announced by Fujitsu, the Toshiba Regza T-02D will settle into a wall of similarly bright-colored, good-looking smartphones in NTT DoCoMo stores starting this week.
Friday, July 20, 2012
Nomura Securities Starts Equinix (EQIX) at Buy; Strongly Positioned Vs Peers
from www.streetinsider.com
>> PT $210.00.
Analyst, Mike McCormack, said, "Equinix is strongly positioned among peers with what we believe are the most attractive carrier-neutral data center assets. Through acquisitions and organic growth, we believe the company has built the scale and depth to continue taking share in the carrier-neutral data center market. Equinix has some of the world’s largest enterprises, carriers and content providers as customers, thus enabling the company to provide connectivity that we believe is unmatched in the industry. Although not fully insulated from broader macro weakness, the defensive nature of the company’s revenue model should provide investors an added level of comfort."
>> PT $210.00.
Analyst, Mike McCormack, said, "Equinix is strongly positioned among peers with what we believe are the most attractive carrier-neutral data center assets. Through acquisitions and organic growth, we believe the company has built the scale and depth to continue taking share in the carrier-neutral data center market. Equinix has some of the world’s largest enterprises, carriers and content providers as customers, thus enabling the company to provide connectivity that we believe is unmatched in the industry. Although not fully insulated from broader macro weakness, the defensive nature of the company’s revenue model should provide investors an added level of comfort."
Nomura Analysts Begin Coverage on Equinix (EQIX)
from www.dailypolitical.com
>> Equities research analysts at Nomura initiated coverage on shares of Equinix (NASDAQ: EQIX) in a research note issued to investors on Thursday. The firm set a “buy” rating on the stock.
>> Equities research analysts at Nomura initiated coverage on shares of Equinix (NASDAQ: EQIX) in a research note issued to investors on Thursday. The firm set a “buy” rating on the stock.
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Goldman Sachs Reiterates Neutral on Equinix (EQIX)
from www.dailypolitical.com:
>>Equinix (NASDAQ: EQIX)‘s stock had its “neutral” rating reaffirmed by Goldman Sachs in a research note issued on Tuesday.
>>Equinix (NASDAQ: EQIX)‘s stock had its “neutral” rating reaffirmed by Goldman Sachs in a research note issued on Tuesday.
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
HiWave’s haptic touch panels deliver tactile feedback for improved user interaction with aerospace electronic systems
Complete hardware and software platform enhances safety, reduces
cost, and increases robustness in cockpit and passenger entertainment
systems
Cambridge, UK, July 9, 2012: HiWave Technologies (LSE:HIW), the provider of electronic devices that deliver innovative sound and touch technologies to user interfaces on electronic display systems, announces the launch of a haptics (touch feedback) platform for control panels and touch displays in aerospace applications. The integrated hardware/software platform enables systems designers to replace conventional mechanical buttons with touch switches and brings haptic feedback to panels and displays so that users perceive the positive experience of mechanical movement, even though none is present.
For cockpit electronic systems, HiWave’s Bending Wave touch/haptics provide greatly improved user feedback and safety than existing touch controls. The company’s force-related haptics enable touch detection and tactile sensation from non-moving touch switch arrays, even with gloved hands. As no mechanical movement is present there is no physical wear, reducing maintenance costs. HOTAS (Hands On Stick And Throttle) functions can be contextually mapped onto sensor arrays, and MHDDs (Multi Function Head Down Displays) can have full multi-level touch and gesture recognition with 3D haptic response. Passenger aircraft in-flight entertainment systems benefit similarly from this patented haptic technology.
The evaluation platform incorporates HiWave’s HIHXC14C02-8 or HIHXC09C005-8 haptic actuators, which attach to the touch interface panel or switch array, and a HiWave haptic controller integrated circuit which resolves touch input and delivers the haptic signals to the actuators.
HiWave’s Bending Wave actuators create waveforms across the touch panel or switch to create any of a range of switch sensations such as the feel of a mechanical switch or button. Additionally, if desired, audio cues can be simultaneously overlaid. A significant benefit of HiWave’s combined touch and Bending Wave Haptics is that the panel can be robustly constructed with no moving or separate parts that would be the case with traditional buttons and switches. No physical movement is necessary as bending waves create the tactile sensation locally in the touch panel. This reduces cost, increases ruggedness and product lifetime. As with HiWave’s other haptic platforms, this is achieved with a high level of mechanical efficiency by HiWave’s patented inertial exciters, resulting in crisp tactile sensation with low power consumption.
HiWave’s algorithms processed in its haptic control chip enable feedback responses to be defined by the designer and implemented by HiWave to replicate a wide range of button or key-press press sensations, or textures to convey information to the user. HiWave’s bending wave technology is the only solution that delivers true wideband haptics for the richest tactile sensation, as well up to 15kHz for audio playback. A range of audio feedbacks – from simple pings and clicks to mp3 files containing spoken instructions and music - can also be delivered without additional speakers by using the touch panel as the sound emitter.
James Lewis, CEO of HiWave said:
“Aerospace and defence is an important market, recognising and adopting the very best solutions for user interface to enhance operational effectiveness and flight safety. But the in-flight entertainment systems in passenger jets also need easy to use robust touch and haptic user interface to give passengers the easiest access to information and entertainment, and save cost caused by system failures. Our haptics and touch solutions bring clear advantages in this environment.”
HiWave continues to patent its haptics and touch technology breakthroughs, and will demonstrate its solutions to major aerospace and defence companies at the Farnborough International Airshow, 9-15 July.
http://www.hi-wave.com/news/tactile_feedback_for_aerospace_electronic_systems.php
Cambridge, UK, July 9, 2012: HiWave Technologies (LSE:HIW), the provider of electronic devices that deliver innovative sound and touch technologies to user interfaces on electronic display systems, announces the launch of a haptics (touch feedback) platform for control panels and touch displays in aerospace applications. The integrated hardware/software platform enables systems designers to replace conventional mechanical buttons with touch switches and brings haptic feedback to panels and displays so that users perceive the positive experience of mechanical movement, even though none is present.
For cockpit electronic systems, HiWave’s Bending Wave touch/haptics provide greatly improved user feedback and safety than existing touch controls. The company’s force-related haptics enable touch detection and tactile sensation from non-moving touch switch arrays, even with gloved hands. As no mechanical movement is present there is no physical wear, reducing maintenance costs. HOTAS (Hands On Stick And Throttle) functions can be contextually mapped onto sensor arrays, and MHDDs (Multi Function Head Down Displays) can have full multi-level touch and gesture recognition with 3D haptic response. Passenger aircraft in-flight entertainment systems benefit similarly from this patented haptic technology.
The evaluation platform incorporates HiWave’s HIHXC14C02-8 or HIHXC09C005-8 haptic actuators, which attach to the touch interface panel or switch array, and a HiWave haptic controller integrated circuit which resolves touch input and delivers the haptic signals to the actuators.
HiWave’s Bending Wave actuators create waveforms across the touch panel or switch to create any of a range of switch sensations such as the feel of a mechanical switch or button. Additionally, if desired, audio cues can be simultaneously overlaid. A significant benefit of HiWave’s combined touch and Bending Wave Haptics is that the panel can be robustly constructed with no moving or separate parts that would be the case with traditional buttons and switches. No physical movement is necessary as bending waves create the tactile sensation locally in the touch panel. This reduces cost, increases ruggedness and product lifetime. As with HiWave’s other haptic platforms, this is achieved with a high level of mechanical efficiency by HiWave’s patented inertial exciters, resulting in crisp tactile sensation with low power consumption.
HiWave’s algorithms processed in its haptic control chip enable feedback responses to be defined by the designer and implemented by HiWave to replicate a wide range of button or key-press press sensations, or textures to convey information to the user. HiWave’s bending wave technology is the only solution that delivers true wideband haptics for the richest tactile sensation, as well up to 15kHz for audio playback. A range of audio feedbacks – from simple pings and clicks to mp3 files containing spoken instructions and music - can also be delivered without additional speakers by using the touch panel as the sound emitter.
James Lewis, CEO of HiWave said:
“Aerospace and defence is an important market, recognising and adopting the very best solutions for user interface to enhance operational effectiveness and flight safety. But the in-flight entertainment systems in passenger jets also need easy to use robust touch and haptic user interface to give passengers the easiest access to information and entertainment, and save cost caused by system failures. Our haptics and touch solutions bring clear advantages in this environment.”
HiWave continues to patent its haptics and touch technology breakthroughs, and will demonstrate its solutions to major aerospace and defence companies at the Farnborough International Airshow, 9-15 July.
http://www.hi-wave.com/news/tactile_feedback_for_aerospace_electronic_systems.php
Asia Equinix's Highest Growth Market, CEO Says
From Bloomberg:
>>July 10 (Bloomberg) -- Stephen Smith, chief executive officer of Equinix Inc., talks about the demand for services in Asia and the company's growth strategy. He speaks with Susan Li on Bloomberg Television's "Asia Edge."
>>July 10 (Bloomberg) -- Stephen Smith, chief executive officer of Equinix Inc., talks about the demand for services in Asia and the company's growth strategy. He speaks with Susan Li on Bloomberg Television's "Asia Edge."
Major Outage for Salesforce.com
from DCK:
>>Salesforce.com is experiencing a significant outage today, leaving many customers unable to access the company’s services. The downtime was triggered by a power outage at an Equinix data center in Silicon Valley.
..
Equinix, which hosts most of Salesforce.com’s infrastructure, acknowledged that it had a brief power failure.
“This morning Equinix experienced a power issue that lasted about one minute and affected approximately one quarter of one Silicon Valley data center,” the company said in a statement. “Although our recovery was swift, recovery time for individual customers in our data centers varies considerably, depending upon their specific deployment configurations. We deeply regret the impact and inconvenience this incident caused our customers.”
>>Salesforce.com is experiencing a significant outage today, leaving many customers unable to access the company’s services. The downtime was triggered by a power outage at an Equinix data center in Silicon Valley.
..
Equinix, which hosts most of Salesforce.com’s infrastructure, acknowledged that it had a brief power failure.
“This morning Equinix experienced a power issue that lasted about one minute and affected approximately one quarter of one Silicon Valley data center,” the company said in a statement. “Although our recovery was swift, recovery time for individual customers in our data centers varies considerably, depending upon their specific deployment configurations. We deeply regret the impact and inconvenience this incident caused our customers.”
Tuesday, July 10, 2012
Equinix Eyes More Acquisitions in India, Korea, Middle East
from WSJ India
>>Chief Executive Steve Smith said in an interview Tuesday the Redwood City, Calif.-based company expects to acquire or open data centers in markets such as India, Korea, Russia and the Middle East once it completes its business development reviews in these markets.
>>Chief Executive Steve Smith said in an interview Tuesday the Redwood City, Calif.-based company expects to acquire or open data centers in markets such as India, Korea, Russia and the Middle East once it completes its business development reviews in these markets.
Equinix (EQIX) Initiated At 'Buy' By Deutsche Bank, $225 PT
from www.istockanalyst.com/
>>Feldman said his bullish view is based on two key factors. A positive outlook for global data center demand. As the only truly global provider of retail colocation facilities, EQIX seems well positioned to benefit from an outsourcing trend driven by rapid IP traffic growth, and from favorable pricing due to the deep ecosystems in its IBXs.
Despite EQIX's outperformance year-to-date, current valuation does not appear to price-in any upside from a REIT conversion, which the analyst views as likely in 2014. In other words, he sees attractive upside if EQIX converts and limited downside if it does not.
>>Feldman said his bullish view is based on two key factors. A positive outlook for global data center demand. As the only truly global provider of retail colocation facilities, EQIX seems well positioned to benefit from an outsourcing trend driven by rapid IP traffic growth, and from favorable pricing due to the deep ecosystems in its IBXs.
Despite EQIX's outperformance year-to-date, current valuation does not appear to price-in any upside from a REIT conversion, which the analyst views as likely in 2014. In other words, he sees attractive upside if EQIX converts and limited downside if it does not.
Saturday, July 7, 2012
Apple Reveals Wildly Intelligent Multi-Tiered Haptics System
from www.patentlyapple.com:
>>Tiered Haptics Could be applied to Flexible OLED Displays Including Video Glasses
According to Apple, the display screen noted in FIG. 10 may be any suitable type of display screen which may allow haptic interaction. For example, in some embodiments, the display screen may be a flexible organic light emitting diode screen (OLED), a graphene sheet, or any other suitable flexible display screen or any suitable combinations thereof. In some embodiments, display screen 1002 may be substantially inflexible, and may not form contoured screen surfaces. In some embodiments, display screen 1002 may include a protective cover such as, for example, clear plastic (e.g., Lexan) or any other suitable substantially transparent material. Common usages of Lexan include space and sports helmets, clear high-performance windshields and aircraft canopies, and bullet-resistant windows.
Update May 4, 2012: The video below covers the basics of Haptics that may be of interest to some.
>>Tiered Haptics Could be applied to Flexible OLED Displays Including Video Glasses
According to Apple, the display screen noted in FIG. 10 may be any suitable type of display screen which may allow haptic interaction. For example, in some embodiments, the display screen may be a flexible organic light emitting diode screen (OLED), a graphene sheet, or any other suitable flexible display screen or any suitable combinations thereof. In some embodiments, display screen 1002 may be substantially inflexible, and may not form contoured screen surfaces. In some embodiments, display screen 1002 may include a protective cover such as, for example, clear plastic (e.g., Lexan) or any other suitable substantially transparent material. Common usages of Lexan include space and sports helmets, clear high-performance windshields and aircraft canopies, and bullet-resistant windows.
Update May 4, 2012: The video below covers the basics of Haptics that may be of interest to some.
Friday, July 6, 2012
Equinix looking closely at REIT conversion
from Reuters
>>Changing a company's capital structure to turn it into a REIT is complex. Equinix would need to get approvals from its shareholders and the Securities and Exchange Commission, apart from a final nod from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
"We are increasingly convinced that a transition is possible based on our discussions with an independent tax and accounting expert," Cowen and Co analyst Colby Synesael said.
>>Changing a company's capital structure to turn it into a REIT is complex. Equinix would need to get approvals from its shareholders and the Securities and Exchange Commission, apart from a final nod from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
"We are increasingly convinced that a transition is possible based on our discussions with an independent tax and accounting expert," Cowen and Co analyst Colby Synesael said.
Thursday, July 5, 2012
Galaxy to power record $5.9 bln profit
from Reuters:
>>Soaraway sales of the Galaxy smartphone will drive record quarterly profit of $5.9 billion at Samsung Electronics, though the South Korean tech giant is fretting over how Europe's debt crisis is denting demand in its biggest market for televisions and home appliances.
>>Soaraway sales of the Galaxy smartphone will drive record quarterly profit of $5.9 billion at Samsung Electronics, though the South Korean tech giant is fretting over how Europe's debt crisis is denting demand in its biggest market for televisions and home appliances.
Immersion Hit By A Sell Downgrade: Why It Could Be Misleading
Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:
>>Last week, Immersion Corporation (IMMR) was was downgraded to sell by Capstone Investments.
Subsequent to this negative recommendation the stock, which was previously trading in the $7 range, lost about 20% of its value in a few days, as shown in the following chart:
>>Last week, Immersion Corporation (IMMR) was was downgraded to sell by Capstone Investments.
Subsequent to this negative recommendation the stock, which was previously trading in the $7 range, lost about 20% of its value in a few days, as shown in the following chart:
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Data Center Related Stocks Close A Strong First Half Year
Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:
>>Dupont Fabros Technologies (DFT) was the best performing data center related stock in June 2012, having gained slightly more than 12% in this month alone.
Network-neutral providers Interxion (INXN) and Equinix (EQIX) come next, with performances of 9% and 8%, respectively.
CDN providers Akamai (AKAM) and Limelight Networks (LLNW) also performed positively in the month, having gained roughly 8%.
Here is a complete review of all stocks under our coverage, which highlights a month relatively positive for the sector:
>>Dupont Fabros Technologies (DFT) was the best performing data center related stock in June 2012, having gained slightly more than 12% in this month alone.
Network-neutral providers Interxion (INXN) and Equinix (EQIX) come next, with performances of 9% and 8%, respectively.
CDN providers Akamai (AKAM) and Limelight Networks (LLNW) also performed positively in the month, having gained roughly 8%.
Here is a complete review of all stocks under our coverage, which highlights a month relatively positive for the sector:
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Jamba's Turnaround Seems Close To Complete
from Seeking Alpha:
>>Jamba Inc. (JMBA) has traditionally been a restaurant retailer serving smoothies and some snacks. The company was hit hard by the recession as its aggressive growth caught up with it. Comparable company store sales declined during the crisis and JMBA underwent a management shake-up.
The new CEO, James White, has revamped the business plan and the company is now focused on being a healthy active lifestyle brand. He has implemented a turnaround that focused on franchise store growth, cost controls and the development of a consumer product platform through licensing deals with leaders in the consumer product space. The market is not fully recognizing the enormous transformation at JMBA.
JMBA shares trade at a meaningful discount to my estimate of a conservatively calculated intrinsic value ($2.60) around 25% higher than the current share price.
>>Jamba Inc. (JMBA) has traditionally been a restaurant retailer serving smoothies and some snacks. The company was hit hard by the recession as its aggressive growth caught up with it. Comparable company store sales declined during the crisis and JMBA underwent a management shake-up.
The new CEO, James White, has revamped the business plan and the company is now focused on being a healthy active lifestyle brand. He has implemented a turnaround that focused on franchise store growth, cost controls and the development of a consumer product platform through licensing deals with leaders in the consumer product space. The market is not fully recognizing the enormous transformation at JMBA.
JMBA shares trade at a meaningful discount to my estimate of a conservatively calculated intrinsic value ($2.60) around 25% higher than the current share price.
Equinix's Analyst Meeting Details The Journey To $3 Billion In Revenues
Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:
>>Last week Equinix (EQIX) held its fifth Investor Analyst Day at the Times Center in New York City, followed by a visit to the NY4 and NY5 data centers, the following day.
Almost 300 investors and financial analysts participated at the event, which included several guests, such as Geoffrey Moore, high tech consultant and author of "Crossing the Chasm" and "Escape Velocity," and a member of the Akamai (AKAM) board of directors, and a few customers, such as Tricia San Cristobal from Bloomberg, Richard Estes from BNY Mellon (BK), Peder Ulander from Citrix (CTXS) and John Wick, Global Network Solutions at Syniverse, who highlighted their experience with the company and the value of the Equinix's partnership to their business.
>>Last week Equinix (EQIX) held its fifth Investor Analyst Day at the Times Center in New York City, followed by a visit to the NY4 and NY5 data centers, the following day.
Almost 300 investors and financial analysts participated at the event, which included several guests, such as Geoffrey Moore, high tech consultant and author of "Crossing the Chasm" and "Escape Velocity," and a member of the Akamai (AKAM) board of directors, and a few customers, such as Tricia San Cristobal from Bloomberg, Richard Estes from BNY Mellon (BK), Peder Ulander from Citrix (CTXS) and John Wick, Global Network Solutions at Syniverse, who highlighted their experience with the company and the value of the Equinix's partnership to their business.
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Hibernia Atlantic Expands Its Global Express Platform into Equinix Data Center in Tokyo
from marketwatch:
>>SUMMIT, N.J. & DUBLIN, Jun 27, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) --
--Key Points:
--Hibernia's low latency financial network extended using Equinix Tokyo data center
--Offers financial firms secure, low latency access in the center of global financial trading activity
--Hibernia extends its global Ethernet service into Tokyo, Singapore and Hong Kong
Hibernia
Atlantic, a provider of global capacity services, announces today
the expansion of Hibernia's Global Express Platform into the Equinix TY2
Tokyo International Business Exchange(TM) (IBX(R)) data center. This extends
Hibernia's low latency network from other key Equinix locations such as
Chicago, Secaucus, and Slough, offering Hibernia's clients, including
exchanges, banks, execution venues, hedge funds and market data
providers, ultra low latency trading between Tokyo and other key cities.
"Equinix is an integral part of the financial services marketplace with
a presence across the top 16 financial markets worldwide," states Joseph
Hilt, Senior Vice President of Financial Services for Hibernia
Atlantic. "By connecting our secure, diverse low latency network into
Equinix's premium facility, we can further ensure our customers are in
the center of global financial trading activity."
Platform Equinix(TM) provides secure, carrier-neutral data centers across
38 markets worldwide. Equinix's TY2 facility is strategically located to
accommodate demand for bandwidth and high capacity connectivity
throughout the region. In the Asia-Pacific region, Equinix currently
operates data centers in Hong Kong, Singapore, Sydney and Tokyo, and
recently announced it is expanding into Shanghai.
"We are pleased that Hibernia has chosen Equinix's TY2 data center to
expand into the Asia-Pacific region," comments John Knuff, General
Manager, Global Financial Services at Equinix. "Hibernia Atlantic has
been part of Equinix's well-established, global financial ecosystem and
now our financial customers in Japan will be able to connect quickly to
Hibernia's Global Express Platform that offers fast and secure
connectivity to major financial centers around the world."
Hibernia Atlantic recently expanded into Asia Pac-Rim, connecting its
high capacity, secure network across the Pacific Ocean. Now Asian
financial companies can quickly access other key financial routes, such
as Chicago to Tokyo and Tokyo to London.
Built upon over 24,000 kilometers of submarine and terrestrial fiber
network, Hibernia Atlantic provides simplified global reach to key
cities throughout North America, UK, mainland Europe and Asia. Hibernia
offers rapid installation to over 60 global exchanges and low latency
entry points plus 120 international carrier telecom facilities.
Interactive Data Reduces Latency With New Asia Ticker Plants
from Yahoo:
Interactive Data's new low-latency co-location facilities in Hong Kong will also offer international clients the option to co-locate their applications alongside the ticker plants. This will enable them to obtain optimised low-latency delivery of Asian data via the Interactive Data sites in Hong Kong.
...
Direct or cross-connect access to a wide range of global exchanges is also available in Asia through Interactive Data's Points of Presence (POPs) with leading global providers of data centers and technology services, including Equinix, Inc. (EQIX), Interxion, Telex and KVH.
>>HONG KONG--(Marketwire -06/27/12)-
Interactive Data Corporation, a leading global provider of managed
ultra-low latency IT and market data services to facilitate electronic
trading today announced that its ticker plants in Asia are now live.
Based in two data centres in Hong Kong, the new ticker plants offer a
significant reduction in the latency of PlusFeed(SM), Interactive Data's
low-latency, consolidated global data feed.
With increasing adoption of electronic trading in Asia, market data has
become a crucial issue. Firms require high quality data at the desired
speed from across the region. The new ticker plants, located with Pacnet
at MEGA-iAdvantage and with Equinix in their HK1 facility, provide
Interactive Data's clients with lower latency access to Asian venues
covered by PlusFeed, as well as to a wide range of additional
international sources.
Interactive Data's new low-latency co-location facilities in Hong Kong will also offer international clients the option to co-locate their applications alongside the ticker plants. This will enable them to obtain optimised low-latency delivery of Asian data via the Interactive Data sites in Hong Kong.
...
Direct or cross-connect access to a wide range of global exchanges is also available in Asia through Interactive Data's Points of Presence (POPs) with leading global providers of data centers and technology services, including Equinix, Inc. (EQIX), Interxion, Telex and KVH.
Monday, June 25, 2012
Goldman Cuts Smartphone Growth View on Economic Downturn
from http://blogs.barrons.com/
>> Smartphone units may total 649 million, down from her prior 668 million estimate, representing 38% growth, down from 42% growth.
>> Smartphone units may total 649 million, down from her prior 668 million estimate, representing 38% growth, down from 42% growth.
Capstone Investments Downgrades Immersion (IMMR) to Sell
from: http://www.streetinsider.com
>>Capstone Investments downgraded Immersion (NASDAQ: IMMR) from Hold to Sell.
>>Capstone Investments downgraded Immersion (NASDAQ: IMMR) from Hold to Sell.
Jamba Juice opens new location in Philippines
from http://fruitjuice.drinks-business-review.com:
>>Jamba Juice, a California-based restaurant retailer, has opened its third outlet in the Philippines at the SM Mall of Asia on 23 June 2012.
Located besides the SM Ice Skating Rink, the new outlet is more like a stall with only few chairs and tables.
Jamba Juice Philippines marketing director Mark Gamboa told the ABS CBNnews.com that the opening of the new branch is part of the company's commitment to expand the availability of the California brand.
The company also plans to come up with 37 more stores in the country within the next one decade.
>>Jamba Juice, a California-based restaurant retailer, has opened its third outlet in the Philippines at the SM Mall of Asia on 23 June 2012.
Located besides the SM Ice Skating Rink, the new outlet is more like a stall with only few chairs and tables.
Jamba Juice Philippines marketing director Mark Gamboa told the ABS CBNnews.com that the opening of the new branch is part of the company's commitment to expand the availability of the California brand.
The company also plans to come up with 37 more stores in the country within the next one decade.
Friday, June 8, 2012
Equinix, Rackspace Added to Dow Jones Internet Composite Index
NEW YORK, June 7, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dow Jones Indexes, a leading global index provider, today announced the results of the regular quarterly review of the Dow Jones Internet Composite Index and its two subindexes, the Dow Jones Internet Commerce Index and Dow Jones Internet Services Index.
InterNAP Network Services Corp., NIC, Inc. and RealNetworks, Inc. will be removed from the Dow Jones Internet Composite Index and subindex Dow Jones Internet Services Index and replaced by Equinix, Inc., LinkedIn Corp. Cl A and Rackspace Hosting, Inc.
InterNAP Network Services Corp., NIC, Inc. and RealNetworks, Inc. will be removed from the Dow Jones Internet Composite Index and subindex Dow Jones Internet Services Index and replaced by Equinix, Inc., LinkedIn Corp. Cl A and Rackspace Hosting, Inc.
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Nokia Asha 305 - comes with haptic?
from www.phonearena.com:
>>
>>
- Notifications:
- Haptic feedback, Music ringtones (MP3), Polyphonic ringtones, Vibration, Flight mode, Silent mode, Speakerphone
Sunday, June 3, 2012
Artificial Muscle’s touch sensors can deepen the bass in headphones
from http://venturebeat.com:
>>Artificial Muscle is a partner with Immersion, a pioneering haptics firm that has a lot of patents in the fundamental technology behind touch feedback. Artificial Muscle, on the other hand, has developed technology for putting an actuator, or tiny motor, on a thin plastic film. The company can print circuitry that, when you apply power to it, makes a motor move back and forth. When attached to a solid mass such as a battery, it can make a device vibrate.
“Immersion develops the IP for the platforms such as Android,” said Schapeler. ”We create the technology and energy-efficient actuator to bring it into mobile devices.”
>>Artificial Muscle is a partner with Immersion, a pioneering haptics firm that has a lot of patents in the fundamental technology behind touch feedback. Artificial Muscle, on the other hand, has developed technology for putting an actuator, or tiny motor, on a thin plastic film. The company can print circuitry that, when you apply power to it, makes a motor move back and forth. When attached to a solid mass such as a battery, it can make a device vibrate.
“Immersion develops the IP for the platforms such as Android,” said Schapeler. ”We create the technology and energy-efficient actuator to bring it into mobile devices.”
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Vertel, Australia's leading Carrier Grade Ethernet over microwave network provider, has established a site at Equinix data centre in Sydney.
from www.itwire.com:
Vertel,
Australia's leading Carrier Grade Ethernet over microwave network
provider, has established a site at Equinix data centre in Sydney.
Vertel's core network will now be distributed between Equinix and Global Switch providing even greater resilience and guaranteed network availability for its customers. By establishing both a fibre and microwave connection Vertel has assured complete path diversity – a business continuity strategy being adopted by many of their Government and Enterprise customers.
Further benefits include an expanded choice of peering opportunities. Incorporating a 10Gig of cross connect capacity via the Equinix Ethernet Exchange for the provisioning of global interconnections with carriers, ISP and service providers.
Establishing relationships with multiple providers is easy using Vertel's MEF compliant Layer 2 Carrier Ethernet and co-location services.
>>Vertel is a government accredited provider of MEF compliant Carrier Grade Ethernet services for mission critical networks.
Vertel's core network will now be distributed between Equinix and Global Switch providing even greater resilience and guaranteed network availability for its customers. By establishing both a fibre and microwave connection Vertel has assured complete path diversity – a business continuity strategy being adopted by many of their Government and Enterprise customers.
Further benefits include an expanded choice of peering opportunities. Incorporating a 10Gig of cross connect capacity via the Equinix Ethernet Exchange for the provisioning of global interconnections with carriers, ISP and service providers.
Establishing relationships with multiple providers is easy using Vertel's MEF compliant Layer 2 Carrier Ethernet and co-location services.
For more information:
Friday, May 25, 2012
PayPal lines up 15 retailers for mobile payments, will let you buy Jamba Juice smoothies with a smartphone
from Engadget:
>>Starting next month, 15 extra US retailers will be happy to see you slap down your smartphone (not literally, we hope) instead of a credit card.
>>Starting next month, 15 extra US retailers will be happy to see you slap down your smartphone (not literally, we hope) instead of a credit card.
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Android- and iOS-Powered Smartphones Expand Their Share of the Market in the First Quarter, According to IDC
IDC P/R:
>>FRAMINGHAM, Mass. May 24, 2012 – Smartphones powered by the Android and iOS mobile operating systems accounted for more than eight out of ten smartphones shipped in the first quarter of 2012 (1Q12). According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, the mobile operating systems held shares of 59.0% and 23.0% respectively of the 152.3 million smartphones shipped in 1Q12. During the first quarter of 2011, the two operating systems held a combined share of 54.4%. The share gains mean that Android and iOS have successfully distanced themselves from previous market leaders Symbian and BlackBerry, as well as Linux and Windows Phone 7/Windows Mobile.
>>FRAMINGHAM, Mass. May 24, 2012 – Smartphones powered by the Android and iOS mobile operating systems accounted for more than eight out of ten smartphones shipped in the first quarter of 2012 (1Q12). According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, the mobile operating systems held shares of 59.0% and 23.0% respectively of the 152.3 million smartphones shipped in 1Q12. During the first quarter of 2011, the two operating systems held a combined share of 54.4%. The share gains mean that Android and iOS have successfully distanced themselves from previous market leaders Symbian and BlackBerry, as well as Linux and Windows Phone 7/Windows Mobile.
Deutsche Börse expands European network
from: www.automatedtrader.net:
>>Deutsche Börse is to set up an additional access point to its trading network in the Equinix ZH4 data centre in Zurich. This access should be ready for use in the third quarter. SIX Swiss Exchange already uses the Zurich data centre operated by Equinix as a co-location centre for its customers.
>>Deutsche Börse is to set up an additional access point to its trading network in the Equinix ZH4 data centre in Zurich. This access should be ready for use in the third quarter. SIX Swiss Exchange already uses the Zurich data centre operated by Equinix as a co-location centre for its customers.
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Top 100 Cloud Services Providers List 2012: Ranked 10 to 1
from www.talkincloud.com:
>>4. Equinix, Redwood City, CA, USA: Equinix connects more than 4,000 enterprises, cloud, digital content and financial companies including more than 700 network service providers. Top Exec: Stephen Smith, CEO
>>4. Equinix, Redwood City, CA, USA: Equinix connects more than 4,000 enterprises, cloud, digital content and financial companies including more than 700 network service providers. Top Exec: Stephen Smith, CEO
NYI Expands with Direct Access to Equinix Financial Ecosystem
NYI (http://www.nyi.net), New York's premier data center provider, has expanded its portfolio of colocation,
dedicated servers, managed services, and business continuity solutions
with direct access to the Equinix International Business Exchange™
(IBX®) in Secaucus, known as NY4, one of the key locations in the
Equinix financial ecosystem. NYI customers can now augment their
customized deployments with the same sub-millisecond network used by
more than 680 Equinix financial services customers, including buy-side
and sell-side firms, hedge funds, execution venues, market data
suppliers, network providers and trading technology vendors.
"By leveraging Platform Equinix, NYI is able to offer its managed services into new markets by tapping into our ecosystem for new business opportunities,” said Jim Poole, general manager, global networks and mobility for Equinix. "Equinix is pleased to provide a high-performance data center environment to support NYI as it continues to expand its business delivering high-touch managed services for customers in dense metropolitan areas like New York City."
"By expanding with Equinix, NYI can offer customers even more efficient, personalized solutions with improved throughput, performance and cost savings. We look forward to many future deployments with Equinix," said Phillip Koblence, VP Operations, NYI.
With facilities in New York City and Bridgewater, NJ, NYI specializes in customized solutions for companies in financial services, technology and healthcare. To find out more, visit: http://www.nyi.net.
http://www.prweb.com/releases/new-york/equinix-financial-access/prweb9536315.htm
"By leveraging Platform Equinix, NYI is able to offer its managed services into new markets by tapping into our ecosystem for new business opportunities,” said Jim Poole, general manager, global networks and mobility for Equinix. "Equinix is pleased to provide a high-performance data center environment to support NYI as it continues to expand its business delivering high-touch managed services for customers in dense metropolitan areas like New York City."
"By expanding with Equinix, NYI can offer customers even more efficient, personalized solutions with improved throughput, performance and cost savings. We look forward to many future deployments with Equinix," said Phillip Koblence, VP Operations, NYI.
With facilities in New York City and Bridgewater, NJ, NYI specializes in customized solutions for companies in financial services, technology and healthcare. To find out more, visit: http://www.nyi.net.
http://www.prweb.com/releases/new-york/equinix-financial-access/prweb9536315.htm
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Jamba Juice to open at Denver airport
The lounges that will close later this year include the Aviator's Lounge locations in the main terminal and on Concourse B.
The lounge in the terminal will become Jamba Juice and the Concourse B lounge will reopen as the Aviator's Sports Bar, a full service barbecue restaurant.
Friday, May 18, 2012
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Equinix CEO: 'Ecosystems' Our Secret Sauce
from http://news.investors.com:
>>IBD: Equinix recently acquired six data centers, including one being built in Shanghai as well as other assets in Hong Kong and Singapore, from Asia Tone for $230.5 million. Why pursue that deal?
Smith: The real driver was to get into Shanghai and eventually into Beijing. The Shanghai data center will be open in the second half of 2012.
This (China) is by far the No. 1 market that our current existing customers have interest in having Equinix capability.
IBD: Equinix gets about 20% of revenue from companies in the financial services sector. Is that a factor in expanding into China?
Smith: It's a mix of (telecom) network, financial and enterprise (corporate) customers. Big multinational companies want to have a footprint in the PRC (People's Republic of China).
>>IBD: Equinix recently acquired six data centers, including one being built in Shanghai as well as other assets in Hong Kong and Singapore, from Asia Tone for $230.5 million. Why pursue that deal?
Smith: The real driver was to get into Shanghai and eventually into Beijing. The Shanghai data center will be open in the second half of 2012.
This (China) is by far the No. 1 market that our current existing customers have interest in having Equinix capability.
IBD: Equinix gets about 20% of revenue from companies in the financial services sector. Is that a factor in expanding into China?
Smith: It's a mix of (telecom) network, financial and enterprise (corporate) customers. Big multinational companies want to have a footprint in the PRC (People's Republic of China).
Hedge Fund Star Touts Top Tech Stock
from www.thestreet.com:
>>Equinix is a datacenter specialist, which Laffont referred to as the "core" during a keynote presentation at the Ira Sohn conference. Data warehouses have become strategic and the company is considered "beachfront property," he added.
Equinix has spent $2 billion buying data centers, and it generates 30% return on equity. Laffont believes over the next four to five years the company's revenue could reach $4 billion and its share price could hit $500 a share. The fund manager is the largest holder of Equinix stock.
>>Equinix is a datacenter specialist, which Laffont referred to as the "core" during a keynote presentation at the Ira Sohn conference. Data warehouses have become strategic and the company is considered "beachfront property," he added.
Equinix has spent $2 billion buying data centers, and it generates 30% return on equity. Laffont believes over the next four to five years the company's revenue could reach $4 billion and its share price could hit $500 a share. The fund manager is the largest holder of Equinix stock.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The Forbes Fast Tech 25
from Forbes:
>>No surprise, given the current obsession with the cloud, to find some cloud infrastructure plays, in particular Equinix and Rackspace.
>>No surprise, given the current obsession with the cloud, to find some cloud infrastructure plays, in particular Equinix and Rackspace.
Google Can Survive Too Much Innovation. You Can't
from Forbes:
>>James White, CEO of the Jamba Juice chain of stores, and his team use a well-disciplined “stage gate” process to de-risk each idea, from conception through testing. An example is its steel-cut oatmeal, launched in January 2009. Jamba began working on the product back in 2007, wanting to improve the increasingly popular breakfast part of its menu. The company field-tested the oatmeal in its San Francisco Bay Area stores in September 2008, then in Chicago in December 2008, before launching it the next month. The product was perfect for Jamba’s strategy of capturing breakfast to make the most of its fixed overhead. With good market test results, management wasn’t surprised when the oatmeal became one of the most requested morning menu items and was named by Good Morning America as the best fast-food oatmeal product.
>>James White, CEO of the Jamba Juice chain of stores, and his team use a well-disciplined “stage gate” process to de-risk each idea, from conception through testing. An example is its steel-cut oatmeal, launched in January 2009. Jamba began working on the product back in 2007, wanting to improve the increasingly popular breakfast part of its menu. The company field-tested the oatmeal in its San Francisco Bay Area stores in September 2008, then in Chicago in December 2008, before launching it the next month. The product was perfect for Jamba’s strategy of capturing breakfast to make the most of its fixed overhead. With good market test results, management wasn’t surprised when the oatmeal became one of the most requested morning menu items and was named by Good Morning America as the best fast-food oatmeal product.
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Most Data Center Related Stocks Positive In April
Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:
>>April 2012 was another positive month for most data center related stocks, with Internap (INAP) and both CDN players representing the only exceptions to the rule.
Here is a quick look at how all stocks under our coverage behaved last month:
>>April 2012 was another positive month for most data center related stocks, with Internap (INAP) and both CDN players representing the only exceptions to the rule.
Here is a quick look at how all stocks under our coverage behaved last month:
Jamba Juice joins McCormick Place retail lineup
from www.chicagotribune.com:
>>McCormick Place is adding some new retail amenities to its mix, with Jamba Juice the latest addition, the convention center's board was informed Monday morning.
The juice and smoothie retailer opened on the level just under the main concourse linking the North and South buildings May 1, according to David Causton, the center's general manager.
>>McCormick Place is adding some new retail amenities to its mix, with Jamba Juice the latest addition, the convention center's board was informed Monday morning.
The juice and smoothie retailer opened on the level just under the main concourse linking the North and South buildings May 1, according to David Causton, the center's general manager.
Monday, May 14, 2012
Greece Euro Exit: Free Will Or Fate, The European Way?
Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:
>>In Greek mythology the Moirai were the goddesses of fate, who personified the inescapable destiny awaiting each human being.
Zeus, however, was the only god obeyed by the Moirai, as he had the power to change everyone's fortune. In other words, in the world of ancient Greece fate did not just happen, as the chief sky-deity could interfere and engineer a different destiny. For the better or for the worse…
>>In Greek mythology the Moirai were the goddesses of fate, who personified the inescapable destiny awaiting each human being.
Zeus, however, was the only god obeyed by the Moirai, as he had the power to change everyone's fortune. In other words, in the world of ancient Greece fate did not just happen, as the chief sky-deity could interfere and engineer a different destiny. For the better or for the worse…
TMX Atrium adds Canadian market data feeds to Equinix NY4
from www.automatedtrader.net:
>>TMX Atrium has expanded its infrastructure and is delivering Canadian market data into the Equinix NY4 data centre in Secaucus, New Jersey.
>>TMX Atrium has expanded its infrastructure and is delivering Canadian market data into the Equinix NY4 data centre in Secaucus, New Jersey.
Can Jamba Hold Out Against the Big Two?
from www.msnbc.msn.com:
>>I think if Jamba can execute that strategy well, it should be headed for better things. The main challenge for the company will be to be establish itself as a well-recognized brand -- the way people know a Starbucks or a McDonald's. It won't be a simple job, but it is something Jamba will have to do to remain competitive.
>>I think if Jamba can execute that strategy well, it should be headed for better things. The main challenge for the company will be to be establish itself as a well-recognized brand -- the way people know a Starbucks or a McDonald's. It won't be a simple job, but it is something Jamba will have to do to remain competitive.
Friday, May 11, 2012
Senseg E-Sense Haptic Technology Heading to Android not Apple iPad?
Ville Makinen, chief technology officer and founder of Senseg, said his company was currently working with Android
device makers. However, he refused to name which company would first
incorporate the technology or dismiss Apple as a potential customer.
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
The future of touch – How haptic feedback could change mobile UX forever
from http://thenextweb.com:
>>Sheehan showed me a demo application on his Nexus S that allowed for in-app highlighting via haptics. For instance, if you have an email inbox that’s overloaded, a developer could tie in with the Immersion SDK to have an email app that produces a vibration when an important contact’s email scrolls past on your screen. The demo that I used had light vibration for the scrolling movement, but it ramped up in intensity as I got closer to the highlighted contact’s message.
It’s one of those ah-hah moments where things just made sense. Why weren’t we getting this sort of touch-intensive feedback already?
The next demo was of something that could easily be a Facebook photo gallery. While flipping through pictures, I would feel increasing levels of feedback based upon how many comments a picture had. No comments? No vibration. Numerous? A quick buzz told me that something was going on, and I should tap the picture to bring up the comments display.
>>Sheehan showed me a demo application on his Nexus S that allowed for in-app highlighting via haptics. For instance, if you have an email inbox that’s overloaded, a developer could tie in with the Immersion SDK to have an email app that produces a vibration when an important contact’s email scrolls past on your screen. The demo that I used had light vibration for the scrolling movement, but it ramped up in intensity as I got closer to the highlighted contact’s message.
It’s one of those ah-hah moments where things just made sense. Why weren’t we getting this sort of touch-intensive feedback already?
The next demo was of something that could easily be a Facebook photo gallery. While flipping through pictures, I would feel increasing levels of feedback based upon how many comments a picture had. No comments? No vibration. Numerous? A quick buzz told me that something was going on, and I should tap the picture to bring up the comments display.
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Alog Implements New Platform From Juniper Networks to Support Exponential Network Growth
SAO PAULO, BRAZIL, May 08, 2012 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) --
To support its 40 percent year-over-year growth in its communication
network, Brazilian-based Alog Data Centers today announced a $1.2
million USD implementation of Juniper Networks(R) MX routing platform
with support from integrator Binario.
With data centers in Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Tambore, Alog is a
provider of collocation services, managed hosting and highly complex
cloud computing services. Alog has 1,300 customers and 3,600 square
meters in their data center environment with more than 3,200 square
meters of modular designs for collocation. The Alog Network gives
customers a scalable, robust and stable environment to do business.
"This partnership came together to support the increasing demand from
our customers in a way that extends our industry leading high quality
services offering," said Raphael Bittencourt S. Costa, area manager
of Network Engineering at Alog.
According to Bittencourt, of the multiple platforms and technologies
tested, the Juniper Networks MX Series proved to be superior in terms
of capacity, while the Junos(R) operating system showed the most
stability. "With the new platform, today we can expand our processing
capacity by 11 times from what it was," said Bittencourt.
"Binario's support of this project was crucial," Bittencourt
continued. "The integrator provided all the testing at their
facilities and was responsible for part of the capacity-building and
training of our team." Among the benefits provided by the project are
guarantee of increased network capacity without impacting the end
user, stability of the whole environment, traffic safety data, and
greater resilience.
Monday, May 7, 2012
So why should a relative newcomer like Jamba Juice be so celebrated and welcomed?
from www.mb.com.ph:
>>James White, Jamba Juice chairman, president and CEO, and Thibault de Chatellus, SVP-International, were here recently, and marveled at the reception their first stores at Bonifacio High Street in Taguig and at the Alabang Town Center were getting. “We love the Philippines as a market. It’s a great fit for the brand,” he shares, adding, “We couldn’t have asked for better partners; one of our best, globally.”
...
The response so far has been so encouraging to the group. They had invested “a lot” in training, bringing an initial seven people to the U.S. to train, just to deliver this experience. Now focusing more on expansion, the group aims to have six outlets operating, in more locations, making the “smile” more accessible, including the soon-to-open branch at the Mall of Asia, by the end of the year.
>>James White, Jamba Juice chairman, president and CEO, and Thibault de Chatellus, SVP-International, were here recently, and marveled at the reception their first stores at Bonifacio High Street in Taguig and at the Alabang Town Center were getting. “We love the Philippines as a market. It’s a great fit for the brand,” he shares, adding, “We couldn’t have asked for better partners; one of our best, globally.”
...
The response so far has been so encouraging to the group. They had invested “a lot” in training, bringing an initial seven people to the U.S. to train, just to deliver this experience. Now focusing more on expansion, the group aims to have six outlets operating, in more locations, making the “smile” more accessible, including the soon-to-open branch at the Mall of Asia, by the end of the year.
Thursday, May 3, 2012
BlackBerry 10 OS: Milestone Or Delaying The Gravestone?
Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:
>>This week Research In Motion's (RIMM) new CEO, Thorsten Heins, unveiled the BlackBerry 10 operating system during the company's World Conference in Orlando, Fla.
According to the video presentation released, the new BlackBerry, expected to be on sale later in the year, has a touch screen, prompting the obvious question: How will longtime BlackBerry fans react to the phone's lack of a more traditional physical keyboard?
>>This week Research In Motion's (RIMM) new CEO, Thorsten Heins, unveiled the BlackBerry 10 operating system during the company's World Conference in Orlando, Fla.
According to the video presentation released, the new BlackBerry, expected to be on sale later in the year, has a touch screen, prompting the obvious question: How will longtime BlackBerry fans react to the phone's lack of a more traditional physical keyboard?
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Equinix to expand hubs for world’s bourses
from FT:
>>RTS-Micex, the Russian exchange, and the Johannesburg Stock Exchange have already announced plans to open a point of presence in Equinix’s Slough data centre near London. ASX, the Australian exchange, has a similar hub in Chicago to attract the city’s futures traders.
“Points of presence suggest a commoditisation in the market,” said Terry Keene, chief executive of iSys Integration Systems, a capital markets consultancy. “You’re at the classic buy-or-build dilemma.”
>>RTS-Micex, the Russian exchange, and the Johannesburg Stock Exchange have already announced plans to open a point of presence in Equinix’s Slough data centre near London. ASX, the Australian exchange, has a similar hub in Chicago to attract the city’s futures traders.
“Points of presence suggest a commoditisation in the market,” said Terry Keene, chief executive of iSys Integration Systems, a capital markets consultancy. “You’re at the classic buy-or-build dilemma.”
Worldwide Smartphone Market Continues to Soar, Carrying Samsung Into the Top Position in Total Mobile Phone and Smartphone Shipments, According to IDC
from IDC:
>>Samsung reclaimed the smartphone leadership position and established a new market record for the number of smartphones shipped in a single quarter. Propelling the company forward was continued expansion of its Galaxy portfolio in nearly all directions - new and old smartphones, product and market segmentation, and multiple price points, screen sizes, and processor speeds.
>>Samsung reclaimed the smartphone leadership position and established a new market record for the number of smartphones shipped in a single quarter. Propelling the company forward was continued expansion of its Galaxy portfolio in nearly all directions - new and old smartphones, product and market segmentation, and multiple price points, screen sizes, and processor speeds.
Chart: Top Five WW Smartphone Vendors, 1Q 2012, Five Quarter Market Share Changes (Units)Description: Source: IDC Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, May 1, 2012Note: Vendor shipments are branded shipments and exclude OEM sales for all vendors.IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker provides smart phone and feature phone market data in 54 countries by vendor, device type, air interface, operating systems and platforms, and generation. Over 20 additional technical segmentations are provided. The data is provided four times a year and includes historical and forecast trend analysis. For more information, or to subscribe to the research, please contact Kathy Nagamine at 1-650-350-6423 or knagamine@idc.com. For more information about this tracker go to: http://www.idc.com/tracker/showproductinfo.jsp?prod_id=37Tags: IDC, Tracker, Mobile Phone, Mobile Phones, Mobile Phone Tracker, 1Q201 ...Author: IDCcharts powered by iCharts
Equinix Delivers Another Very Strong Quarter
Read the whole article at Seeking Alpha:
>>Equinix (EQIX) reported Q1 2012 results last week on Wednesday, beating its own forecast, analysts' expectations and increasing 2012 guidance.
Here is a quick look at some of the quarter's highlights:
>>Equinix (EQIX) reported Q1 2012 results last week on Wednesday, beating its own forecast, analysts' expectations and increasing 2012 guidance.
Here is a quick look at some of the quarter's highlights:
- Q1 revenues were $452.2 million, a 5% increase Q/Q and a 25% increase over the same quarter last year;
- Adjusted EBITDA was $215.2 million, an increase of 9% over the previous quarter and a 29% increase over the same quarter last year;
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