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GigOptix Introduces Flip Chip Version for HXT/R4 Parallel PMDs

GigOptix, Inc. (OTCBB:GGOX), today announces the availability of the flip chip version for all members of the HXT/R4 family of parallel PMDs.

12 Jan 2010

New System to Spray Solar Cells onto Solar Window Reduces Production Costs

New Energy Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB: NENE), developer of MotionPower™ technologies for generating sustainable electricity from the kinetic energy of moving vehicles and SolarWindow™ technologies capable of generating electricity on see-thru glass windows, today announced that researchers have developed a novel, patent-pending process for ‘spraying’ solar cells and their related components onto glass – a technical achievement recently presented in AZoNano’s (peer-reviewed, Journal of Nanotechnology Online; Dec. 20, 2009), “Nanotechnology Thought Leaders” series.

12 Jan 2010

Retail Anywhere Integrates DigitalPersona Biometrics into Flagship Software

DigitalPersona, Inc., a leader in fingerprint identity and authentication solutions, has extended its leadership in fingerprint biometrics solutions for retailers. Retail Anywhere, a leading developer of point-of-sale (POS) and retail management technologies with more than 30,000 installations in North America, has integrated U.are.U® fingerprint biometrics from DigitalPersona into their flagship software offering.

12 Jan 2010

Solarfun Subsidiary Wins Contracts to Supply 12.65MW of PV Modules in China

Solarfun Power Holdings Co., Ltd. ("Solarfun" or "the Company") (Nasdaq: SOLF), a vertically integrated manufacturer of silicon ingots and photovoltaic, or PV, cells and modules in China, today announced that Jiangsu Linyang Solarfun Co., Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Solarfun, has entered into three contracts to supply 12.65 MW PV modules to projects in China.

12 Jan 2010

CENTROSOLAR Opens New Branch in Netherlands

CENTROSOLAR Group AG has opened an international branch in the Netherlands. In taking this step, the specialist for photovoltaic systems is intensifying its existing activities in Benelux. Managing Director Michiel van Schalkwijk brings over 15 years of experience in the solar industry to his new post. The new office is based in Tiel (Netherlands), 30 kilometres south of Utrecht.

11 Jan 2010

Applied Energetics Secures US Marine Contract to Provide Operational Support for Deployed Systems

Applied Energetics, Inc., (Nasdaq: AERG) today announced it has been awarded a $10.4 million contract from the U.S. Marine Corps.

11 Jan 2010

Vuzix Releases New Accessories Line for Wrap Series Video Eywear

Vuzix Corporation (TSX-V: VZX), the leader in video eyewear for the mainstream consumer, defense and low vision markets, is pleased to be unveiling a new line of eyewear accessories for its Wrap series of video eywear at this year’s 2010 International Consumer Electronics Show. Accessories include the Wrap VGA Adapter, Wrap 6 Degrees-of-Freedom Tracker, Wrap Power Sled, Wrap CV Recharge Pack, Wrap Style Lens options and a Deluxe Carry Case. These new products transform the Wrap line into the first-ever pair of upgradeable video eyewear. These innovative upgrades offer consumers the ability to purchase a product that can adapt to a user’s specific needs.

11 Jan 2010

Wavien and Sysview Technology Intend to Enter Chinese Projection Market with DPR Reflector Platform

Wavien, Inc. and Sysview Technology Inc. are planning to enter the projection market in China and elsewhere using the Wavien DPR reflector platform for 71"-101" RPTVs to be produced in Wuhan, China. With strong government support expected, it is anticipated that these products will be distributed to an estimated 300,000 cities as part of a broad country-wide communication initiative.

11 Jan 2010

Research Report on Chinese Silicon Solar Cell and Module Companies

Benefiting from Chinese specialists returning from overseas, European and US capital, and demand growth in overseas markets, the Chinese solar photovoltaic industry started to emerge in 2004.

11 Jan 2010

New Application to Scan and Store Business Cards into iPhone

With the new year upon us, many business people are finding it important to get their contacts organized for the coming months. While online social sites such as LinkedIn make it easy for people to connect in the online world, the paper business card is still a standard at trade shows and in face to face meetings. The WorldCard Mobile iPhone application from Penpower Inc. allows for the two worlds to meet, digitally scanning business cards and depositing the information into the phones contact list.

11 Jan 2010