Bridgewater's Mobile Solutions Available on Cisco Unified Computing System Platform

OTTAWA, July 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Bridgewater Systems (TSX: BWC), the mobile personalization company, today announced the availability of the Bridgewater(R) Policy Controller (PCRF) and Home Subscriber Server (HSS) on the Cisco Unified Computing System.

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    -   The Bridgewater Policy Controller and Home Subscriber Server are on
        the Cisco Unified Computing System for 3G and 4G mobile packet core
        networks, enabling operators to obtain greater cost/performance from
        their mobile packet core.

    -   The Cisco Unified Computing System
(http://www.cisco.com/web/solutions/data_center/unifiedcomputing_promo.html?Referring_site=PrintTv&Country_Site=us&Campaign=Data+Center+CA&Position=Vanity&Creative=go/unifiedcomputing&Where=go/unifiedcomputing)
unites computational,
        network, storage access, and virtualization resources in a single
        energy efficient system that reduces IT infrastructure costs and
        complexity, helps extend capital assets and improves business agility
        productivity for the next generation data center.

    -   The availability of Bridgewater's control plane portfolio on the
        Cisco Unified Computing System platform enables service providers to:

        -  Optimize 3G networks using intelligent policy controls to
           alleviate radio access network congestion, ensure fair usage, and
           give subscribers greater control over their mobile data usage;

        -  Offload mobile data traffic from 3G networks to Wi-Fi, femtocells,
           or 4G networks;

        -  Transform to 4G and control subscribers, devices, and applications
           to ensure service portability across 3G and 4G networks; and

        -  Deliver innovative services such as usage and application based
           models using flexible policy controls, real-time subscriber
           information, and dynamic metering capabilities.

    -   Bridgewater is part of Cisco's Developer Network, a vibrant community
        of businesses and individuals who develop applications, devices,
        and/or services using Cisco technologies. Customers benefit by having
        access to a broad ecosystem of developers offering tested products
        and solutions that can securely extend the capabilities and
        management of their Cisco investment.

David Sharpley, Senior Vice President, Bridgewater Systems

"Supporting Cisco's Unified Computing System reflects Bridgewater's portfolio strategy to ensure service providers can deploy our complete and pre-integrated control plane portfolio to increase scalability and business agility, and to reduce total cost of ownership."

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Bridgewater Systems, Cisco Unified Computing System, Cisco Preferred Solution Developer, Mobile Packet Core, Mobile Control Plane, Policy Control, Data Traffic Offload, 4G, RAN Congestion, Mobile Data Growth

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About Bridgewater Systems

Bridgewater Systems, the mobile personalization company, enables service providers to efficiently manage and profit from mobile data services, content and commerce. The company's market leading mobile personalization suite provides a real-time, unified view of subscribers including entitlements, devices, networks, billing profiles, preferences and context. Anchored by Bridgewater's Subscriber Data Broker(TM), the portfolio of carrier-grade and standards-based products includes the Bridgewater(R) Service Controller (AAA), the Bridgewater(R) Policy Controller (PCRF) and the Bridgewater(R) Home Subscriber Server (HSS). More than 150 leading service providers including America Movil, Bell Canada, Clearwire, Cox, Hutchison Telecom, Iusacell, Scartel, SmarTone-Vodafone, Sprint, Tata Teleservices, Tatung, Telmex, Telstra, and Verizon Wireless use Bridgewater's solutions to rapidly deliver innovative mobile services to over 150 million subscribers. For more information, visit us at www.bridgewatersystems.com.

Bridgewater, Bridgewater Systems, the Bridgewater Systems logo, WideSpan, Smart Caps, myPolicy, and Subscriber Data Broker are trademarks or registered trademarks of Bridgewater Systems Corporation. All other company, product names and any registered and unregistered trademarks mentioned are used for identification purposes only and remain the exclusive property of their respective owners.

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Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) this fall is continuing to focus on enhancing flight schedules in key business markets, with added service planned between 21 cities and Washington, D.C. or New York.

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The schedule enhancements do not affect Delta's previously announced capacity guidance for 2010 and 2011.

Fall schedule highlights include:

• Increased service at Washington-Reagan National Airport, with new or increased service to nine cities beginning Oct. 31.

• Enhanced domestic and international service at LaGuardia and JFK airports in New York, with new or expanded service to 12 cities beginning Sept. 7.

"As we plan our schedules for the fall, we continue to be focused on connecting communities of all sizes to the nation's top business markets," said Bob Cortelyou, Delta's senior vice president – Network Planning.  "From New York to Washington to Chicago to Los Angeles, we have continued to optimize flight schedules for our business customers without adding additional aircraft."

Washington, D.C.

With its convenient location near central Washington, D.C., Reagan National Airport is the area's preferred airport for business travelers. On Oct. 31, Delta will launch new nonstop service from the airport to Hartford, Conn.; Columbus, Ohio; Jacksonville, Fla.; Orlando, Fla.; Miami, Fla.; Tampa, Fla.; and St. Louis, for a total of 21 new daily nonstop flights to Reagan National.

In addition, Delta's existing service from Reagan National to Boston will be expanded with five additional daily frequencies for a schedule of 12 flights each day, while Delta's service to Indianapolis will be expanded from two to three daily flights.

As part of the schedule realignment, Delta will be discontinuing service between Reagan National and Huntsville, Ala.

When the schedule upgrade is complete, Delta will serve 22 cities nonstop from Reagan National, compared with 16 in the fall of 2009.

More details on the schedule enhancements at Washington-Reagan are available at http://news.delta.com/index.php?s=18&item=136.  These flights will be available for sale to customers via delta.com and other ticketing channels beginning Saturday, July 31.

New York

As previously announced, Delta this fall is continuing its expansion at New York's LaGuardia and JFK Airports as part of its efforts to grow in the nation's most competitive travel market.  Beginning Sept. 7, Delta will offer new or expanded domestic service from New York to  Nashville, Tenn.; St. Louis; Norfolk, Va.; Richmond, Va.; Kansas City, Mo.; San Antonio; Cleveland; Charlotte, N.C.; Orange County, Calif.; Baltimore; Montreal and Toronto. Routes will be operated from either LaGuardia or JFK airports. More details are available at http://news.delta.com/index.php?s=18&item=132.

Delta also recently launched an expansion of its Delta Shuttle business product with new service between New York-LaGuardia and Chicago O'Hare.

"We remain committed to providing leading service for our customers in New York, with a variety of new travel options in the nation's No. 1 business market," Cortelyou said.  "We are focused on improving the travel experience at our key New York airports on the ground and in the air."

During the past four years, Delta has added 40 new destinations from LaGuardia and JFK combined, expanded BusinessElite service to transcontinental flights from JFK to Los Angeles and San Francisco, reintroduced "Red Coats" as customer service ambassadors at LaGuardia and JFK, added 2,000 jobs across New York state, and announced increased First Class service to six mid-sized cities in the Southeast and Midwest.

A portion of travel for some itineraries may be on Delta Connection carriers Atlantic Southeast Airlines, Chautauqua, Comair, Compass Airlines, Freedom Airlines, Mesaba, Pinnacle Airlines, Shuttle America dba Delta Shuttle and SkyWest.

Delta Air Lines serves more than 160 million customers each year. With its unsurpassed global network, Delta and the Delta Connection carriers offer service to 369 destinations in 67 countries on six continents. Headquartered in Atlanta, Delta employs more than 70,000 employees worldwide and operates a mainline fleet of more than 700 aircraft. A founding member of the SkyTeam global alliance, Delta participates in the industry's leading trans-Atlantic joint venture with Air France-KLM and Alitalia. Including its worldwide alliance partners, Delta offers customers more than 13,000 daily flights, with hubs in Amsterdam, Atlanta, Cincinnati, Detroit, Memphis, Minneapolis-St. Paul, New York-JFK, Paris-Charles de Gaulle, Salt Lake City and Tokyo-Narita. The airline's service includes the SkyMiles frequent flier program, the world's largest airline loyalty program; the award-winning BusinessElite service; and more than 45 Delta Sky Clubs in airports worldwide. Customers can check in for flights, print boarding passes, check bags and review flight status at delta.com.

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Do you decorate cakes for family and friends or make necklaces to sell online? Maybe you share your heart in handmade cards or knit baby blankets for friends who are expecting? This summer you'll find more to love about Jo-Ann!

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"Summer is a great time to explore new hobbies," said Brent Beebe, Vice President of Crafts Merchandising for Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores, the country's leading fabric and craft specialty retailer. "Whether an experienced crafter or someone just dipping their toe in the crafting pool for the first time, our expanded selection of products will spark their imagination and get their creative juices flowing."

Card makers, scrapbook and multimedia artists will love the new accessory pads and embellishment assortments from Die Cuts with a View (DCWV) as well as new selections from Colorbok, EK Success and Core'dinations coming later this summer. The new Core'dinations line of paper encourages papercrafters to "sand it, tear it, emboss it and love it!" Because the paper is dyed not printed, colors go to the core eliminating undesirable white edges that are common when using popular distressing techniques.

A new exclusive collection coming soon is "Life's Little Occasions." This affordable line of embellishments focuses on "little" life events and activities that might not be included in typical papercrafting sets, such as pet firsts, baby's first haircut, learning to ride a bike, homeschooling and even funerals.

One of the new product lines already on Jo-Ann's shelves is the Cricut Cake® machine that launched this spring. The Cricut Cake®, by die-cut machine innovator Provo Craft®, is the first machine to die-cut fondant, gum paste and frosting sheets. The device enables even a novice cake decorator to create dramatic, custom cakes with minimal effort and expertise. Find it alongside your favorite Cricut machines and cartridges.

Speaking of cake decorating, if baking and entertaining is a favorite summer past-time, check your local store for a host of new food crafting tools, bakeware and products for storing and transporting your homemade treats. In addition to merchandise, Jo-Ann has introduced a new Wilton Course to its curriculum. The course features three updated classes covering basic decorating techniques as well as advanced techniques, such as working with gumpaste and fondant. Visit Joann.com to view the current Class Catalog online and use the Store and Class Locator (www.joann.com/stores) to find stores offering classes near you.  

"One of the most eye-opening enhancements our customers will see is in the jewelry section," said Beebe, adding that jewelry aisles will increase from 88 to 120 feet in many large Jo-Ann stores. "Beyond expanding aisles and volume of products available, we're improving the way we display jewelry components by adding lighting -- making it easier for shoppers to see and select beads, charms, chains and more."

Filling that space are new and expanded product lines that encompass hair embellishments, strung beads, chains, epoxy jewelry, glass beadmaking kits and loaded bead storage. Jo-Ann is introducing new themed collections, such as Angels and Sealife, along with colored findings in cream, black, pink and more. If you make accessories to sell on one of the popular online marketplaces, such as ArtFire.com or Etsy.com, you'll want to check out the new velvet display products coming to stores soon.

"We're also excited about the changes to our yarn crafting section," said Beebe. "Our customers aren't shy about telling us what they want -- from sending e-mails to posting comments on our Facebook page -- they let us know what's on their minds. We took their feedback and used it to re-organize the entire yarn area -- making it easier to shop. In more than 200 stores, we'll be dedicating an additional 12 feet to yarn as well as increasing the amount of inspiration in the aisles."

Yarns will be grouped together and better organized in this new layout. By offering more free knit and crochet project sheets, displayed alongside the yarns they use and swatches, shoppers can see how the yarn works up and get ideas for using it.

The new yarn shop will feature more natural and quality yarns at affordable prices. Earlier this year, Jo-Ann began expanding its selection of natural fiber yarns with three wool and wool-blend yarns from New York Times best-selling author, Debbie Stoller under the Red Heart Yarn label.  Look for more natural and high quality acrylic yarns, including "Everyday," the newest anti-pill, worsted weight yarn from Deborah Norville.

To see these changes in person, find a Jo-Ann store near you by visiting www.joann.com/stores or shop online at Joann.com. Offer feedback, chat with fellow crafters and get inspired by joining fellow Jo-Ann fans on Facebook at www.facebook.com/joann.

About Jo-Ann Stores, Inc.

Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores (NYSE: JAS) the nation's largest fabric and craft retailer with locations in 48 states, was founded in 1943 as a single retail store. Today, 750 Jo-Ann stores across the country provide consumers with creative inspiration. For additional information, visit www.Joann.com.

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• Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price starts  at $41,000 ($33,500 net of full federal income tax credit, which ranges from $0 to $7,500); Lease payment on a 36-month lease at MSRP as low as $350 per month with $2,500 due at lease signing including security deposit
• OnStar provides unprecedented connectivity through Volt mobile app; five years of OnStar (Directions and Connections) service standard
• Volt's eight-year/100,000-mile battery pack warranty provides added peace of mind
• Volt can be your primary car; approximately 340 miles of total range provides freedom to drive wherever, whenever

Starting today, participating Chevrolet dealers in launch markets will begin taking customer orders for the 2011 Chevrolet Volt, the industry's first electric vehicle with extended-range capability.  

Chevrolet is so confident in the overall value of the Volt that the brand will offer a lease program on the Volt with a monthly payment as low as $350 for 36 months at Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price with $2,500 due at lease signing, including security deposit based on current conditions, which could vary at time of delivery. The benefit of the $7,500 tax credit is included in the reduced lease payment, with the tax credit going to the lessor.  The Volt's MSRP will start at $41,000 ($33,500 net of the full federal tax credit, which ranges from $0-$7,500) including a destination freight charge of $720. Customer deliveries of the Chevrolet Volt are scheduled to begin in launch markets late this year with initial production limited.

"The Chevrolet Volt will be the best vehicle in its class…because it's in a class by itself," said Joel Ewanick, vice president of U.S. marketing for General Motors, who made the announcement at the Plug-In 2010 conference. "No other automaker offers an electrically driven vehicle that can be your everyday driver, to take you wherever, whenever. The Volt will be packed with premium content and innovation, standard."

The Volt will be initially available to Chevrolet customers in California, New York, Michigan, Connecticut, Texas, New Jersey and the Washington D.C. area. To be among the first to purchase a Volt, customers can visit their nearest participating Chevrolet Volt dealer. A Volt dealer locator will be available later today at http://www.getmyvolt.com. The dealer will begin the order process, which will be followed up by contact from a dedicated Volt advisor who will be available to answer any questions and keep the customer apprised of the progress of their order. For customers needing general Volt information, Chevrolet will have a team of Volt advisors available to answer questions starting today at 1-888-VOLT-4-YOU (1-888-865-8496).

The Chevrolet Volt is the only electric vehicle that can operate under a range of weather climates and driving conditions with little concern of being stranded by a depleted battery. Volt has a total driving range of about 340 miles and is powered by electricity at all times. For up to the first 40 miles, the Volt drives gas- and tailpipe-emissions-free using electricity stored in its 16-kWh lithium-ion battery. When the Volt's battery runs low, a gas powered range-extending engine/generator seamlessly operates to extend the driving range another 300 miles on a full tank.

Depending on their tax situation, Volt owners can qualify for up to $7,500 in U.S. Federal income tax credit, as well as other potential state and local tax credits, depending on location. Owners in certain states may qualify for the added convenience of High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane access.    

While the Chevrolet Volt will come standard with a 120-volt charge cord that will provide owners with the ability to charge their Volt directly from a standard home electrical outlet, a total of 4,400 Volt buyers in launch markets could be eligible for a free 240-volt charging station, including home installation.  The installations are part of a program developed by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to install approximately 15,000 240-volt home charging stations across the U.S.

Technologies Keep Volt Customers Connected

When it comes to advanced technology, Volt customers are on the leading edge. The 2011 Chevrolet Volt has standard technology features that link and entertain in innovative ways, starting with standard seven-inch touch screen navigation and an energy-efficient Bose premium audio system.  

The Volt is the first GM vehicle to offer five years of OnStar Directions and Connections service, which includes Automatic Crash Response, stolen vehicle assistance and connected navigation, all standard.  Volt will expand on OnStar's foundation of leading-edge safety and security technology through the introduction of an OnStar-enabled mobile app that connects the vehicle to the owner's smartphone.  

"We wanted to make the Volt ownership experience unlike anything we've done at Chevrolet, because the Volt is unlike any vehicle we've offered," said Tony DiSalle, director of Chevrolet Volt product marketing. "We want customers to fully enjoy the Volt lifestyle by providing unprecedented connectivity to their vehicle through the Volt mobile app."

Unprecedented Warranties Bring Value and Peace of Mind

Volt owners will be provided outstanding battery and vehicle limited warranties. The Volt's 16-kWh lithium-ion battery is covered by an industry-leading transferable warranty of eight years or 100,000 miles. In addition, Chevrolet will provide:

• 3-year / 36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper coverage
• 5-year / 100,000-mile roadside assistance and courtesy transportation
• 5-year/100,000-mile limited gas engine coverage
• 6-year/100,000-mile corrosion protection coverage  

The Volt also has an array of standard safety features, including eight air bags -- dual-stage frontal, side-impact, knee, and roof-rail side-impact—and StabiliTrak electronic stability control with Traction Control.  The Volt is constructed of 80 percent high-strength steel for additional safety and protection.

Chevrolet will also provide customer assistance via a Volt advisor available 24/7 by phone or Internet. Dealers will also provide on-site dedicated Volt service and sales experts who will be able to address inquiries.

NOTE:  Later today, Volt marketing director Tony DiSalle and Volt vehicle line director Tony Posawatz will host a live video webchat at 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT from Plug-In 2010 to answer consumer questions about Volt pricing.  Media and consumers can join the conversation on Chevrolet Voltage and the Chevrolet Volt Facebook page.

About Chevrolet: Chevrolet is a global automotive brand, with annual sales of about 3.5 million vehicles in more than 130 countries. Chevrolet provides consumers with fuel-efficient, safe and reliable vehicles that deliver high quality, expressive design, spirited performance and value. In the U.S., the Chevrolet portfolio includes: iconic performance cars, such as Corvette and Camaro; dependable, long lasting pickups and SUVs, such as Silverado and Suburban; and award-winning passenger cars and crossovers, such as Malibu, Equinox and Traverse. Chevrolet also offers gas-friendly solutions including the Cruze Eco and Volt, both arriving in late 2010. Cruze Eco will offer up to an estimated 40 mpg highway while the Chevrolet Volt will offer up to 40 miles of electric, gas-free driving and an additional 300 miles of extended range through a gas powered generator (figures based on GM testing; official EPA estimates not yet available).  Most new Chevrolet models offer OnStar safety, security, and convenience technologies including OnStar Hands-Free Calling, Automatic Crash Response, and Stolen Vehicle Slowdown. More information regarding Chevrolet models, fuel solutions, and OnStar availability can be found at www.chevrolet.com or join the conversation at www.chevroletvoltage.com.

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Cardiac Science Corporation (Nasdaq: CSCX), a global leader in automated external defibrillator (AED) and diagnostic cardiac monitoring devices, today announced the introduction of two new products that extend its market-leading position in the cardiac stress test category.

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"Hospitals and physician clinics are challenged by a lack of space for diagnostic equipment," said Tony Titus, Cardiac Science vice president of marketing. "The unique design, compact footprint, and wireless capabilities of the Quinton 9500 Series allow clinicians to perform stress testing conveniently and in a greater variety of settings."

Features of the Quinton 9500 Series cardiac stress systems:

• Revolutionary designs optimize space and allow stress testing in a greater variety of settings. Both the Quinton 9500 (a unique wall-mounted cabinet) and the Quinton 9550 (a mobile cart with ample storage space) feature small footprints and fully integrated components.
• Wireless data acquisition delivers safety, comfort, and confidence to patients and staff.
• A modern user interface facilitates fast and efficient workflow and reduces training needs. The one-button navigation and optional touch screen make the Quinton 9500 Series intuitive to learn and use.
• Advanced connectivity assures easy and convenient management of patient records. Physicians can read, analyze, and confirm patient tests from anywhere with a secure internet connection. While no EMR is required to view data with CareCenter MD, records can be easily transferred to an EMR if desired.

"The Quinton 9500 series is our second major new product introduction in the stress category this month," said Dave Marver, Cardiac Science president and chief executive officer. "We will continue to extend our leadership position in diagnostic cardiology with additional new products as the year progresses."

You can download the Quinton 9500 Series brochure.

About Cardiac Science

Cardiac Science develops, manufactures, and markets a family of advanced diagnostic and therapeutic cardiology devices and systems, including automated external defibrillators (AED), electrocardiograph devices (ECG/EKG), cardiac stress treadmill and systems, PC-based diagnostic workstations, Holter monitoring systems, hospital defibrillators, vital signs monitors, cardiac rehabilitation telemetry systems, and cardiology data management systems (informatics) that connect with hospital information (HIS), electronic medical record (EMR), and other information systems. The company sells a variety of related products and consumables and provides a portfolio of training, maintenance, and support services. Cardiac Science, the successor to the cardiac businesses that established the trusted Burdick®, HeartCentrix®, Powerheart®, and Quinton® brands, is headquartered in Bothell, Washington. With customers in almost 100 countries worldwide, the company has operations in North America, Europe, and Asia. For information, call 425.402.2000 or visit http://www.cardiacscience.com.

For updates and information on worldwide defibrillation and cardiac monitoring, find us on the Cardiac Science blog at http://www.cardiacscience.com/blog, Twitter at http://twitter.com/cardiacscience, Facebook at http://budurl.com/CSonFB, and YouTube at http://budurl.com/CSonYT.

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This press release contains forward-looking statements. The word "believe," "expect," "intend," "anticipate," variations of such words, and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements, but their absence does not mean that the statement is not forward-looking. Forward looking statements in this press release include, but are not limited to those that refer to Cardiac Science's market leading position in the cardiac stress testing and diagnostic cardiology, the extension of that leadership through the introduction of new products,  the relative importance of one or more particular products to Cardiac Science's business or any portion of its business, and the anticipated future introduction of new technologies and products.  These are forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provisions under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results and performance may vary significantly from those expressed or implied in such statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to such varying results and other risks include those more fully described in the Annual Report on Form 10-K filed by Cardiac Science Corporation for the year ended December 31, 2009, as updated by subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. Cardiac Science Corporation undertakes no duty or obligation to update the information provided herein.

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