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TextFree by Pinger, the Original Free Texting App, Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

That was the same year Pinger launched TextFree, the first app to give users unlimited free texting.

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  • That was the same year Pinger launched TextFree, the first app to give users unlimited free texting.
  • Over the ensuing 15 years, TextFree by Pinger was downloaded more than 130 million times and today remains the free texting and voice app of choice by millions of users.
  • “We created the first, free texting app, TextFree, for people who needed a phone number on their mobile devices.
  • The 15th anniversary of the original free texting app, TextFree, is something truly to celebrate.”
    TextFree was a top app in the early days of the Apple App Store—across all available apps—and became a favorite with parents of texting teens and younger people trying to lower their monthly expenses while staying connected.

U.S. Consumers Received Just Under 4 Billion Robocalls in February, According to YouMail Robocall Index

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

IRVINE, Calif., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. consumers received just under 4 billion robocalls in February, which represents a 6.9% decrease over January and an 8% decrease over February 2023. This decline also marks the second month in the last three months with volumes under 4 billion robocalls, which hasn't happened since July 2022.

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  • So, if you are still looking for the loan, press one now or just give us a call on same number.
  • YouMail identifies problematic numbers and robocalls using a combination of its recently patented audio fingerprinting technology, call patterns, and consumer feedback.
  • YouMail provides the YouMail Robocall Index to estimate robocall volume across the country and for specific area codes every month.
  • To join the YouMail Robocall Index mailing list, please write to [email protected] .

Snom Americas to Recognize The 20th Anniversary of The Pulver Order

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

Almost twenty years ago, the “Pulver Order,” a landmark decision by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), forever changed the telecommunications landscape.

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  • Almost twenty years ago, the “Pulver Order,” a landmark decision by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), forever changed the telecommunications landscape.
  • Snom Americas, the creators of the first-ever VoIP phone, will commemorate this seminal ruling’s 20th anniversary on February 12, 2024, at The National Press Club in Washington, D.C., along with telecom industry leaders and regulatory experts.
  • The “Pulver Order” stemmed from a petition filed by Pulver concerning his early venture, Free World Dialup (FWD).
  • On this 20th anniversary, the telecommunications industry reflects on the “Pulver Order” as a regulatory decision and a visionary step towards a more connected and innovative future.

Logitech Unveils Zone Wireless 2, the Ultimate AI-Powered Headset for Hybrid Work

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Monday, October 16, 2023

Today, Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) introduced Zone Wireless 2 , a top-of-the-line business headset that uses AI to deliver unique two-way noise-free calling experiences.

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  • Today, Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) introduced Zone Wireless 2 , a top-of-the-line business headset that uses AI to deliver unique two-way noise-free calling experiences.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231016933760/en/
    Zone Wireless 2 is Logitech's AI-powered headset for two-way noise free calls.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    In today’s hybrid work environments, individuals work from a variety of spaces, and in nearly every workspace, noise and poor sound quality can negatively affect collaboration and productivity.
  • “Zone Wireless 2 is Logitech’s top-of-the-line headset for skilled professionals who need technology with a high degree of control, precision and innovation,” said Prakash Arunkundrum, Chief Operating Officer at Logitech.

Innovative Eyewear Inc. Hosts Its First Smart Eyewear Fashion Show in Miami to Introduce Lucyd® Lyte 2.0 Collection With ChatGPT Integration

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Friday, April 14, 2023

The Lucyd Lyte® flagship smart eyewear line is reimagining and disrupting the smart eyewear market with a new seamless voice integration with ChatGPT, powered by our patent-pending Lucyd app.

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  • The Lucyd Lyte® flagship smart eyewear line is reimagining and disrupting the smart eyewear market with a new seamless voice integration with ChatGPT, powered by our patent-pending Lucyd app.
  • "We believe that our smart eyewear app, integrating ChatGPT, marks a paradigm shift in the fashion eyewear market.
  • With our new Lucyd app, available now and free during the open beta period, we continue making smart eyewear more accessible and functional.
  • Shimmer - $229; Shimmer Lucyd smart glasses bring the ultimate flair of rose gold titanium to smart eyewear for the first time.

PCMag Readers Select Ooma Office as the Best Business VoIP Phone Service for the 10th Straight Year

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Monday, March 13, 2023

Ooma, Inc ., a smart communications platform for businesses and consumers, today announced the company’s Ooma Office service has won PCMag’s prestigious Business Choice Award for Best VoIP System for the tenth year in a row.

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  • Ooma, Inc ., a smart communications platform for businesses and consumers, today announced the company’s Ooma Office service has won PCMag’s prestigious Business Choice Award for Best VoIP System for the tenth year in a row.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230313005212/en/
    PCMag has given its prestigious Business Choice Award for Best VoIP System to Ooma for the tenth year in a row.
  • (Graphic: Business Wire)
    The award ( https://www.pcmag.com/news/business-choice-2023-the-top-voip-service-for... ) comes from the magazine’s annual Business Choice surveys of its readers, with Ooma again emerging as the top provider of VoIP phone service among 18 finalists including RingCentral, Microsoft Teams, Vonage, and Google Voice.
  • “For the 10th year in a row, Ooma takes the lead in our annual VoIP survey,” PCMag said in its story on the award.

VIDAA Takes Aim at U.S. Market

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Friday, January 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Jan. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- VIDAA, the smart TV operating system today announced that it has launched its new OS focused on the U.S. market on Hisense Smart TVs, following a large-scale deployment in Latin America.

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  • VIDAA, the smart TV operating system announces its new OS focused on the U.S. market on Hisense Smart TVs.
  • Additionally, the fast and powerful OS supports AirPlay 2, among its powerful set of features like VIDAA voice (plus Google Voice and Alexa), VIDAA tv, a FAST service, and its mobile companion VIDAA remote.
  • With the move into the U.S., VIDAA completes the global distribution of VIDAA in all major markets.
  • VIDAA's growth and development, alongside its relationship with Hisense and partners all ladder up to building VIDAA to Smart TV leadership.

VIDAA Takes Aim at U.S. Market

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Friday, January 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Jan. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- VIDAA, the smart TV operating system today announced that it has launched its new OS focused on the U.S. market on Hisense Smart TVs, following a large-scale deployment in Latin America.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, the fast and powerful OS supports AirPlay 2, among its powerful set of features like VIDAA voice (plus Google Voice and Alexa), VIDAA tv, a FAST service, and its mobile companion VIDAA remote.
  • With the move into the U.S., VIDAA completes the global distribution of VIDAA in all major markets.
  • "Our relationship with Hisense is wholly unique in the CTV space, where each party takes advantage of the other's strengths for mutual gain,'' says Guy Edri, President, VIDAA.
  • VIDAA's growth and development, alongside its relationship with Hisense and partners all ladder up to building VIDAA to Smart TV leadership.

Strand Therapeutics Announces Series A1 Bringing Total Round to US$97 Million

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Monday, November 28, 2022

Strand Therapeutics , the programmable mRNA company developing curative therapies for cancer and other diseases, today announced it has added an additional $45M to its Series A financing round, bringing the total amount raised in the Series A to $97 million.

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  • Strand Therapeutics , the programmable mRNA company developing curative therapies for cancer and other diseases, today announced it has added an additional $45M to its Series A financing round, bringing the total amount raised in the Series A to $97 million.
  • To support these efforts, Strand will expand its multidisciplinary team across biology, bioengineering, bioinformatics, manufacturing, automation, and various G&A functions.
  • Strand is developing a pipeline of programmable, long-acting mRNA therapeutics that will be delivered in nanoparticles.
  • Strand Therapeutics is a next-generation biotechnology company committed to transforming the lives of patients by developing first-in-class programmable mRNA therapeutics.

Poly's Award-Winning Studio X Video Bars Will Be The First Android-Based Video Appliances for Google Meet

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022

SANTA CRUZ, Calif., Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Poly, a global provider of pro-grade audio and video solutions, today announced that its award-winning line of Studio X video bars will be the first Android-based, single codec video appliances for Google Meet. The Studio X Family joins Poly's growing list of devices certified for Google Meet, Google Voice, and Chrome OS, so users can look and sound their best on every call.

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  • The Studio X Family joins Poly's growing list of devices certified for Google Meet, Google Voice, and Chrome OS, so users can look and sound their best on every call.
  • The entire Poly Studio X family, including: Poly Studio X30, Studio X50, Studio X70, and the TC8 controller (an intuitive 8" high-resolution touch display that lets Google Meet customers access meetings with ease) will be the first Android-based appliances to offer a native Google Meet experience and deliver a streamlined, purpose-built experience for any meeting room.
  • Poly Studio X family certified for Google Meet will be available worldwide in January 2023.
  • For more information on Poly certified devices for Google Meet, Google Voice, and Chromebooks, please visit: Poly Solutions for Google .