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Viz renews partnership with Simon & Schuster UK to expand to India

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January 8, 2014

In business news today, Viz Media has announced that they have renewed their partnership with Simon & Schuster UK, which is one of the UK’s leading publishers. This partnership is a renewal of their existing sales and distribution partnership.

While this is some great news in its own right, it is worth noting that this agreement also means that botch companies will be expanding their distributions to India, where Simon & Schuster India will offer English manga to perhaps the fasted growing market in the entire world. This will include titles such as Naruto and the recently released Nisekoi, and all of Viz’s various imprints, including Shonen Jump, Shonen Jump Advanced, Shojo Beat, Shonen Sunday, Perfect Square, VIZ Signature, Studio Ghibli Library, and Haikasoru.

Kevin Hamric, senior director of publishing sales & marketing at Viz Media, had this to say about the continuing partnership:

“VIZ Media has been looking to expand internationally for a number of years and Simon & Schuster UK and India are important strategic partners for us as we continue to cultivate & grow the substantial international English-language manga market. We look forward to bringing our most popular manga titles to awaiting fans!”

YuruYuri Season 2 Premium Edition now available for purchase

Travis Bruno

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January 8, 2014

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If you have been lacking in yuri based comedy since the first season of YuruYuri was released by NIS America back in September, then we have some great news for you. Today the second season of the series was made available for purchase through numerous online retailers including NIS America’s own online store where buyers will receive a bonus item in the form of a Nanamori Student Council Armband.

YuruYuri Season 2 Premium Edition comes with the highly collectible slipcase and a hardcover art book that NIS America are known for. It is worth noting that the release has only been given the Blu-ray treatment and no DVDs will be included in the release. That being said, for newcomers to the series you can find my review of the first season of YuruYuri here.

Senran Kagura 2: Deep Crimson announced and detailed

Travis Bruno

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January 8, 2014

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Not only did we learn that there will be a Senran Kagura cooking game and a possible sequel to Shinovi Versus in the latest issue of Famitsu, but it also turns out that a full sequel for the original Senran Kagura is being developed under the name Senran Kagura 2: Deep Crimson for the 3DS.

The game is currently set to be released on August 7th in Japan and will feature a number of enhancements such as boss battles on a 3D field, co-op gameplay, and tag-team multiplayer modes. The tag-team mode will be called “Pair Battle” and there will even be special combination attacks that can be used. Also revealed are two new characters named Kagura and Naraku and even Murasame, the shunned older brother of Ikaruga, will be playable for players that have save data from Senran Kagura Burst. Expect more details about the game to be revealed later on.

Dekamori Senran Kagura and Senran Kagura EV Revealed (Update)

Travis Bruno

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January 8, 2014

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While a major announcement is meant to be made tonight for the Senran Kagura series, it looks like the leaks from the latest issue of Famitsu have decided to steal some of that thunder. First we have two unique little titles that people probably didn’t expect considering the Senran Kagura series is known for being an action title, as well as one that features busty ninjas with clothing ripping off of them.

The first title revealed is a cooking rhythm game called Dekamori Senran Kagura for the PS Vita and PSP. The game will feature all of the characters from the first two Senran Kagura titles while ninjas from Shinovi Versus will be released as DLC and if the a character loses a cooking match, they will need to strip.

The second game we have very limited information on, but it happens to be called Senran Kagura EV which many people are hoping will be related to Senran Kagura: Shinovi Versus as it is set for currently unrevealed Sony platforms. Expect more details to be revealed during the company’s announcement stream.

Update: During the stream Senran Kagura EV’s full name was revealed to be Senran Kagura: Estival Versus and it is connected to Shinovi Versus, however no other details were given.

Guild Wars 2: 2013 Highlight Reel that Hints to Big Finale

Joshua Moris

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January 8, 2014

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NCSOFT and ArenaNet have delivered a highlight reel showcasing storyline events that have happened thus far in their popular MMORPG, Guild Wars 2. In addition to bringing viewers up to speed with past/current events, the film hints towards a big finale that is upon us at the end of January. Game Director Colin Johanson posted the following in his blog “Recap: The Living World of Guild Wars 2”:

As we announced back in December, we’re down to just four releases to go in the current storyline of living world. The first of those four releases is nearly upon us, and we wanted to help take a moment and look back at the key moments that have brought us up to this point as a refresher before we dive head-first into countdown to the big finale.

Scarlet Briar has been the puppeteer orchestrating the madness that has been plaguing Tyria this whole time! But her tale has not yet ended, and yours has yet to truly begin. Take away with you a daunting message: ‘The End Begins January 21’.

Imagine Nations Crowd Funding Campaign Begins… Again

Amelia Craigie

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January 8, 2014

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Cat Banana Studios has started up a crowd-funding initiative for their current project Imagine Nations. The campaign is set up through their website to allow supporters to directly support the studio’s goal. This is in the wake of their unsuccessful fundraising campaign on Kickstarter; however, due to the overwhelming positive support as well as the team’s determination, the efforts will continue.

Imagine Nations has been added to Steam Greenlight to generate more support. ‘Backer Status’ will be dubbed to anyone who pledges, which entitles them to gain special access to the developer’s site with an opportunity to earn other rewards on specific pledge tiers.

Imagine Nations is a PC game where players will be able to build their own adventure, cultivate lands, seek out new civilizations and expand their world. How the game should be played is all up to the player. You can construct a nation, engineer a spacecraft to venture and expand to other planets, develop cultures, fight creatures and find awesome loot or you could just settle down and start a family. These are one of the endless ways you can play Imagine Nations.

Check out more head over to the Imagine Nations website.

New Paranormal Activity: The Marked Ones Clip

Simon Wolfe

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January 8, 2014

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Paranormal Activity: The Marked Ones is set to release to cinemas nationwide later this month, which is why Paramount Pictures has released a brand new clip from the movie to prepare its views for what is coming. The clip, simply titled “Chasing Oscar” shows off a fairly tense scene in that Paranormal Activity style that has followed through the film series.

Those wanting to check out this new clip from The Marked Ones can find it embedded below to fill that void until the movie releases January 23rd. But, if the clip isn’t enough to sate you until the release, Paramount Pictures has also has an interactive video experience that viewers can enjoy. Those wanting to “Experience the Fear” can head over to the Paranormal Activity Website.

NVIDIA’s Tegra VCM Adding More Processor Power to Audi Vehicles

Simon Wolfe

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January 8, 2014

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NVIDIA’s Tegra VCM Adding More Processor Power to Audi Vehicles

It seems NVIDIA isn’t content to just improve the PC experience with their new Tegra K1, but will now be taking their Tegra processors on the road, literally. NVIDIA and car manufacturer Audi have teamed up to put NVIDIA’s Tegra Visual Computing Module into Audi’s vehicles to power three in-vehicle systems.

The Tegra VCM will be utilized to power a connected infotainment system in these Audi vehicles that will boast twice as much performance as its predecessor, the first automotive-grade tablet in the world, and a high-resolution cockpit display with vivid 3D graphics, making these vehicles quite the gadget themselves. This partnership will allow Audi the chance to keep their vehicles up to date with the latest evolutions in processor power, better than ever before.

With Audi clearly cemented with NVIDIA, it will be interesting to see how or if other automotive manufacturers follow suit. Give us your own opinions in the comments below.

GTA San Andreas Gets New Mobile Trailer

Joe Morgan

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January 8, 2014

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Rockstar‘s smash hit Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas has been out for iOS for some time. Did you know it’s also available on Android and Amazon Kindle HDX devices? It now features re-mastered, high resolution graphics with improved writing, a richer color palette, and improved character models. The Android version of the game also includes support for compatible Bluetooth and USB controllers.

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is available now for $7.49 on the iTunes App Store, Google Play, and the Amazon Appstore for Android. Windows Phone owners can expect some love in the future as well. Be sure to check out the hot new trailer in the player below this article.

Kingston Releases USB 3.0 Flash Drive for Personal Security During 2014 CES

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Philip Federico

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January 8, 2014

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Kingston Releases USB 3.0 Flash Drive for Personal Security During 2014 CES

Sydney, Australia – January 8, 2014 − Kingston, the independent world leader in memory products, today announced the launch of the DataTraveler^® Locker+ G3 (DTLPG3) USB 3.0 Flash drive for personal security during the 2014 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nev. Kingston will showcase exciting new products and technologies coming this year and hold the live final competition for Kingston Dota 2 and HyperX OC Takeover contest during the 2014 CES.

Kingston’s DataTraveler Locker+ G3 password protects and hardware encrypts data giving consumers the best in personal security with USB 3.0 speed. The DTLPG3 boasts higher speeds than the previous generation DataTraveler Locker+ G2, with read speeds up to 135MB/s and write speeds up to 40MB/s. All the security is built in with no application installation required making this drive very secure and easy to use.

“We are excited to offer a USB 3.0 drive for personal security where consumers can keep their data safe,” said Nathan Su, Flash Memory Sales Director, APAC Region, Kingston. “This is a great product for someone looking to store their sensitive personal documents on a safe, easy to use and nicely designed USB drive all at an affordable price.”

DataTraveler Locker+ G3 is available in 8GB, 16GB, 32GB and 64GB capacities and is backed by a five-year warranty, free live technical support and legendary Kingston reliability.
In addition to the newly released DataTraveler® Locker+ G3 USB 3.0 Flash drive, Kingston will demo upcoming products and technologies:
· The LSI SF3700 Flash Controller allows higher performance, reliability and endurance. Kingston will show various form-factor solutions to be released this year as part of its SSDNow family.
· 384GB of working 2133MT/s DDR4 Registered DIMMs at 1.2v.
· Overclocking small form factor PCs (Intel^® NUC, Gigabyte^™ Brix, and Zotac^® ZBOX) using HyperX Plug-n-Play SO-DIMMs.
· High-end HyperX memory will be used to process 4K video technology using Battlefield 4 and video shot from a GoPro^® HERO3+ Black Edition camera.
· HyperX Cloud headset preview.
. HyperX Fury memory line preview.

Kingston will also hold the live finals for its Dota 2 and overclocking global contest during the 2014 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nev. For more information please visi http://finals.d2l.gg/ &http://hwbot.org/competition/hyperxhot13.

Kingston information at CES 2014
Date: January 7th to 9th, 2014
Location: Emperors I and II Ballroom at Caesars Palace
Address: 3570 South Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89109

Kingston DataTraveler Locker+ G3 Features and Specifications:
· Hardware encryption: the best in personal security to keep your data safe
· Superior password protection: user sets a password to prevent unauthorised access
· Easy to use: no application installation required
· Versatile: works interchangeably between Mac OS X and Windows systems
· Secure: drive locks down and reformats after 10 invalid login attempts
· Stylish: durable metal casing with built-in key loop
· Co-Logo Program available*: customise DataTraveler Locker+ G3 by adding your logo and/or digital files and instantly increase your organisation’s brand recognition. The Customisation Program offers unique packaging, custom profiles, color adjustments, content loading and more, all with easy and convenient ordering.
· Supports: Windows^® 8, Windows^® 7, Vista^®, XP & Mac OS X
· Guaranteed: five-year warranty with free technical support
· Capacities**: 8GB, 16GB, 32GB, 64GB
· Speed***: USB 3.0 speed: 8GB: 80MB/s read, 10MB/s write
16GB: 135MB/s read, 20MB/s write
32GB–64GB: 135MB/s read, 40MB/s write
USB 2.0 speed: 8GB: 30MB/s read, 10MB/s write
16GB–64GB: 30MB/s read, 20MB/s write
· Dimensions: 60.56mm x 18.6 mm x 9.75 mm
· Minimum System Requirements:
– USB 3.0 compliant and 2.0 compatible
– Two (2) free consecutive drive letters required for use****
· Operating Temperature: 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C)
· Storage Temperature: -4°F to 185°F (-20°C to 85°C)

* Minimum quantity required. Performed at the factory.
** Some of the listed capacity on a Flash storage device is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage. As such, the actual available capacity for data storage is less than what is listed on the products. For more information, go to Kingston’s Flash Memory Guide.
*** Speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage.
**** First free drive letters after physical devices such as system partition, optical drives, etc.

Kingston DataTraveler Locker+ G3
Part Number	Capacity and Features
DTLPG3/8GB	8GB DataTraveler Locker+ G3 USB Flash Drive
DTLPG3/16GB	16GB DataTraveler Locker+ G3 USB Flash Drive
DTLPG3/32GB	32GB DataTraveler Locker+ G3 USB Flash Drive
DTLPG3/64GB	64GB DataTraveler Locker+ G3 USB Flash Drive

Operating System	USB 3.0	USB 2.0
Windows^® 8.1	Yes	Yes
Windows^® 8	Yes	Yes
Windows^® RT
Windows^® 7 (SP1)	Yes	Yes
Windows Vista^® (SP2)	Yes	Yes
Windows XP (SP3)	Yes	Yes
Mac OS X v.10.6.x – 10.9.x	Yes	Yes

Kingston can be found on:
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KingstonBlogFansClub.en
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/KingstonAPAC

About Kingston Technology Company, Inc.
Kingston Technology Company, Inc. is the world’s largest independent manufacturer of memory products. Kingston designs, manufactures and distributes memory products for desktops, laptops, servers, printers, and Flash memory products for PDAs, mobile phones, digital cameras, and MP3 players. Through its global network of subsidiaries and affiliates, Kingston has manufacturing facilities in California, Taiwan, China, and sales representatives in the United States, Taiwan, China, India, Australia, Vietnam, Europe, Russia, Ukraine, Turkey, and Latin America. For more information, please visit www.kingston.com.