Yamaha PianoCraft Micro Systems Boast Full-Size Component Features, Versatile Apple Device Connectivity

Buena Park, Calif. (PRWEB) October 21, 2011

Yamaha Electronics Corporation today unveiled its MCR-332 and MCR-232 PianoCraft micro component systems that deliver full-size component quality stereo sound from just about any source, including Apple iPod, iPhone and iPad portable music players, USB devices, as well as from their built-in CD players and AM/FM tuners.

The centerpiece of both systems is the CRX-332 CD/receiver, featuring an alluring aluminum hairline design and a Yamaha-developed digital amp providing smooth, unforced output to 2-way bass reflex speakers. A built-in, top-panel iPod/iPhone dock offers more precise sound reproduction from Apple mobile devices via a fully digital connection that takes advantage of the CRX-332s superior DAC during playback. In addition, a USB port provides compatibility with MP3 players and flash drives, while a subwoofer port and AUX-in terminals enable easy system expansion with additional components. The result is stunning sound from a compact, versatile and stylish package.

Our customers interest in high-quality, 2-channel stereo sound has returned in a big way, and these new models are designed for anyone who wants to really enjoy the highest quality audio from a personal-sized, easy-to-use system, said Tom Sumner, president, Yamaha Electronics Corporation. In keeping with the high standards of our PianoCraft micro component system series, we have once again exceeded consumers expectations for sound quality and beautiful design in this category.

The MCR-332 and MCR-232 systems both provide remarkably proficient 2-way bass reflex speakers with deep cabinets supported by three legs. This design prevents external vibrations from affecting sound reproduction and delivers resonant bass and rich midrange with exceptionally good imaging.

Conceived from its musical instrument manufacturing expertise, Yamaha integrates its proprietary Vibration Control Cabinet Structure (VCCS) technology that incorporates strategically placed pieces of composite material within each speaker to further reduce vibration-related distortion. A luxurious, piano-like finish provides a sophisticated look that is perfect in any settingfrom the office or living room, to the bedroom or yacht.

Both systems offer large-size, screw type speaker terminals that ensure a reliable high quality connection. The MCR-332 speakers also offer banana clip connections, an unusual high-end feature for micro component systems, for additional connection reliability over time. The MCR-332 and MCR-232 systems speakers have elegantly designed removable speaker grills.

The MCR-332 (MSRP $ 399.95), MCR-232 (MSRP $ 349.95) and CRX-332 (MSRP $ 299.95), are each sold with an updated remote control featuring enhanced design and functionality, and are currently available at retail. The CRX-332 CD/receiver also will be sold separately at select retailers as part of alternate systems with other components.

For more information, write Yamaha Electronics Corporation, P.O. Box 6660, Buena Park, CA 90620; telephone (714) 522-9105 or visit http://4wrd.it/YAMAHAPIANOCRAFT

About Yamaha

Yamaha Electronics Corporation (YEC), USA, based in Buena Park, California, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Yamaha Corporation of America. YEC offers industry-leading home theater components and systems, featuring A/V receivers, amplifiers, Blu-ray/CD players, speakers, desktop iPod speaker systems, home-theater-in-a-box (HTiB) pre-matched systems and the company's exclusive Digital Sound Projectors single component surround sound solutions.

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Discover Sharon Kleyne Hour - Power of Water on Apple iTunes: A Talk Show that Could Save a Child's Life

Grants Pass, OR (PRWEB) October 12, 2011

The recent launch of the Apple iPhone 4S gives consumers an opportunity to listen and learn from the Sharon Kleyne Hour - Power of Water talk radio show on Apple iTunes. Each week, Mrs. Kleyne interviews researchers and advocates from around the world on topics such as global water wars, water and climate change; water, diet and nutrition; water and health, and the influence of water on Earth and the Solar System.

Sharon Kleyne, Founder of Bio-Logic Aqua Water Research and international water advocate, is announcing an increased emphasis on e-commerce and retail Internet accounts for Nature's Tears EyeMist, the company's patented, all-natural breakthrough product for dry eye, eye allergies and computer vision syndrome.

The Sharon Kleyne Hour - Power of Water has been syndicated on Apple iTunes since 2008. The show originates on Voice America's World Talk Radio and Green Talk Network (Search: "Sharon Kleyne Hour"). Podcasts may be downloaded from Apple iTunes to any Apple iPhone, SmartPhone, iPod, iPad, Mac computer or MSWindows computer.

Debuting in March, 2007, the Sharon Kleyne Hour - Power of Water was created by producer-host Sharon Kleyne, global water advocate and American woman Founder of Bio-Logic Aqua Research. Mrs. Kleyne's research led her to conclude that there is a global health crisis in dehydration diseases caused by dry and polluted air, fresh water shortages and poor sanitation. Dehydration diseases can include dry eye, dry skin, malaria, diarrhea, melanoma and much more.

By publicizing this water crisis and educating the public, Mrs. Kleyne and her 420 past guests believe that lives can be saved. Sharon has the research background to discuss the global water crisis with leading scientists, politicians and activists worldwide. The show provides the only place where guests can discuss life-or-death concerns to a worldwide audience.

"Women have been carrying water to their villages for thousands of years," says Mrs. Kleyne, "and yet 5,000 children die each day from water related diseases. Even in the United States, our once abundant fresh, clean water is nearly exhausted, the air is becoming dryer, and dry eye is the #1 complaint of eye doctor patients."

Sharon Kleyne is facilitating a new, non-political health culture that will enable people to thrive and be healthy on our changing planet.

Sharon Kleyne Hour's show's 420 past guests include:

*Ula Jurkunas, MD, ophthalmology researcher at Harvard, discussed her breakthrough corneal stem cell and dry eye discoveries.

*DeWayne Cecil, PhD, Scientist for NASA and NOAA, discussed global climate change, water utilization, water on the moon and the influence of Earth's water on the Solar System.

*Effie Chow, PhD, Chinese healing arts practitioner, talked about the Chinese diet, air and fresh water pollution in China, and dry air as a cause of dry eye.

*Rona Tison of Japan's Ito-En Tea (Tea's Tea) talked about 5,000 years of water and tea.

*Gerald Barnes, PhD, forest geneticist, discussed water and forest patterns globally and in New Zealand.

*Rebecca Petris, of http://www.DryEyeZone.com talked about post-Lasik dry eye and her experiences educating individuals who had become suicidal out of fear of blindness from severe chronic dry eye.

*Marguerite McDonald, MD, Lasik surgery pioneer provided education about dry eye.

*Philippe Cousteau, global oceans advocate talked about the world's oceans.

*T. Colin Campbell, PhD, author of "The China Study" discussed the new vegan approach to diet and lifestyle.

*Fred Kirschenmann, PhD, dry land agriculture researcher, described how he grows wheat in North Dakota on four inches of rain a year.

*Steven Solomon, discussed his book, Water: The Epic Struggle for Wealth, Power, and Civilization.

*Robert Weir, environmental journalist, talked about his biography of Earth Day founder John McConnell, and about his trans-global sailing trips.

Guest interviews have originated in the United States, Netherlands, Kenya, Sweden, Thailand, Rome and elsewhere.

In addition to Internet radio podcasts (iTunes Radio Service), Apple iTunes offers movies, books and TV shows through its Apple iStore.

Listen to the Sharon Kleyne Hour - Power of Water Mondays, 10 a.m., PST/PDT. The syndicated talk radio show is heard on Voice America/World Talk Radio, Green Talk Network and Apple iTunes. Go to http://www.SharonKleyneHour.com for written summaries and replays of past shows. Also visit http://www.NaturesTears.com, http://whatistheeye.wordpress.com, "Nature's Tears EyeMist" on Facebook and "Bio-Logic Aqua" on Twitter.

The Sharon Kleyne Hour - Power of Water is sponsored by Bio-Logic Aqua Research

Audiofy Audiobook Chips ("bookchips") Can Now be Played on Apple Macintosh Desktops and Laptops--Customers Can Now Listen to Digital Audiobook Chips on More Devices Than Ever

Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) October 27, 2005

Audiofy Corporation, a premier digital audiobook publisher, today announced that all of the company's audiobook chip titles now be enjoyed by users of Apple iMac, eMac, PowerMac, iBook and PowerBook computers. These newly enhanced chips are available immediately through http://www.audiofy.com, http://www.pimsleurdirect.com, eBay, Amazon, and Audiofy's audiobook chip resellers.

"Audiofy's audiobook chip platform already supports a wide array of devices, including Microsoft Windows PCs, Palm PDAs, Pocket PC handhelds, Treo cell phones and Windows Mobile smartphones," said Peter D. Nalle, Audiofy's CEO. "Now, our digital audio titles can be enjoyed by millions of Macintosh desktop and laptop users as well."

Customers who have already purchased Audiofy audiobook chips but would also like to use them on a Mac may upgrade them for a small fee that covers shipping and handling charges. Please visit http://www.audiofy.com/upgrade for details.

Audiofy's audiobook chips are specially created memory cards that allow customers to listen to audiobooks on most devices that can accept MMC or SD cards, including desktop computers, laptops, handheld PDAs and smartphones. Apple owners can use any device that reads SD memory cards, such as USB media readers often used with digital cameras, or Audiofy's own USB adapter, available for purchase through the company's online store.

Chips can be played on Windows Mobile handhelds and smartphones using Pocket PC 2002 or later, and palmOne handhelds and smartphones with Palm OS 5.21 or later. Additionally, Audiofy's Audiobook Player offers an inexpensive alternative for customers without those devices to listen to audiobook chips. The pocket-sized player weighs just ounces, and is easy to use whether you are driving, commuting, exercising or just on the living room sofa. All Audiofy products comply with the "Audiobook Compatible" standard established by the Audio Publishers Association and the Consumer Electronics Association.

Audiofy Audiobook Chips are not currently compatible with the Apple iPod music player or Apple's iTunes software.

About Audiofy Corporation

Audiofy is a leading developer of digital audiobook solutions and the publisher of "audiobooks on chips." Audiofy's titles include the Pimsleur line of spoken audio foreign language training courses from Simon & Schuster, best-selling business audiobooks from Soundview Executive Book Summaries, a range of fiction and non-fiction titles from In Audio and Jimcin Recordings, and spiritual titles from Litchfield Associates and Covenant Press.

Audiofy Audiobook Chips are available for sale at http://www.audiofy.com, http://www.pimsleurdirect.com and many other online retailers. Audiofy delivers an innovative audiobook platform and services for the world's spoken audio and audiobook content, enabling publishing partners to rapidly and cost effectively launch complete, customized digital audiobook titles.

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Putter King Adventure Golf Now Available on the Apple App Store

Tokyo, Japan (PRWEB) October 21, 2011

Putter King, Japans first indoor miniature golf franchise, has announced it has released the Putter King Adventure Golf app on the Apple App Store. Putter King Adventure Golf is a 3D mini golf game for iOS devices.

The game follows Putty in his quest to become the Putter King. Players can test their putting skills on visually stunning holes from all over the world, everywhere