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Report Shows 58% of Mobile Transactions Came From Android Phones on Cyber Monday and Black Friday
Report Shows 58% of Mobile Transactions Came From Android Phones on Cyber Monday and Black Friday
San Jose, CA (PRWEB) December 01, 2011
ThreatMetrix™, the fastest growing provider of cloud-based fraud prevention solutions that do not require personally identifiable information (PII), today released data on mobile transaction volume that took place during the 2011 Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping days.
Findings showed the vast majority of mobile transactions were processed on an Android-powered device (58%) on both days. iPhone came in second, generating 32% of mobile device transactions on Black Friday and 30% of mobile transactions on Cyber Monday; the remaining transactions were split between Palm, Windows, BlackBerry and others.
This year’s Cyber Monday boasted a 10.6% increase in mobile transactions over the 2011 Black Friday. In total, ThreatMetrix found that mobile transactions were up an impressive 591% year-over-year during the holiday shopping season.
“The increase in total mobile purchasing may be attributed to Android and Windows offering a larger product line with features that are now comparable to the interface of the iPhone,” said Alisdair Faulkner, chief products officer, ThreatMetrix. “One differentiating factor in mobile purchases versus other forms of purchasing is the propensity for them to be intention-driven. Rather than using mobile devices to comparison shop, people who perform mobile transactions often know what they’re going to buy, thus increasing conversion rates.”
Transaction Trends by Day and Channel
ThreatMetrix also monitored mobile and desktop transactions by day, from October 30 through November 28, as well as by time on Cyber Monday. Compared to the beginning of the month, daily volume of mobile-based transactions doubled leading up to Cyber Monday.
“Mobile transactions can often be a factor of convenience, as we saw the majority of Cyber Monday purchases via this channel happened after the work day ended and consumers were likely in commute,” said Faulkner.
Volume of Mobile Transactions Year-Over-Year
Over the past year, there has been a 50% increase in transactions that originated from a mobile device as a percentage of total web and mobile transactions combined; from 2% in 2010 to 3% of total purchases in 2011. While iPhone’s share of mobile transactions decreased by 35%, Windows increased by 19% and Android mobile volume increased by 661%.
Faulkner added that retailers should be aware of the five primary fraud threats this holiday season, especially with the mobile channel becoming more popular: mobile device spoofing, use of botnets and malware, cookie-wiping, IP address cloaking, and the use of virtual private networks (VPNs). For more information on these fraud threats and how to protect against fraudsters please see ThreatMetrix’s videos: “The Mobile Fraud Threat,” “Malware and Mobile: How Big of a Threat Is It?” and “Top Three Tactics to Consider for Mobile Fraud Prevention.”
About the ThreatMetrix Data
All data compiled for this report was based on ThreatMetrix, Inc. transaction data for 500 of the largest online merchants participating in the ThreatMetrix™ Cloud-Based Fraud Prevention Platform.
About ThreatMetrix:
ThreatMetrix helps companies stop web fraud and accelerate e-commerce in real-time so they can significantly reduce online fraud, acquire more customers faster, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction. The ThreatMetrix Cloud-Based Fraud Prevention Platform, incorporating ThreatMetrix SmartID™ cookieless device identification, provides online businesses with the ability to protect themselves and their customers by verifying new accounts, authorizing payments and transactions and authenticaticating user logins in real-time. Online businesses can deploy the ThreatMetrix Cloud-based Fraud Prevention Platform , which does not rely on personally identifiable information (PII), for traditional online activity via a personal computer as well as for mobile and tablet devices. The company serves a rapidly growing customer base around the world across a variety of industries including social networks (dating, gaming), financial services, e-commerce, affiliate marketing and payments. For more information, visit http://www.threatmetrix.com or call 408-200-5755.
© 2011 ThreatMetrix. All rights reserved. ThreatMetrix, the ThreatMetrix Cloud-Based Fraud Prevention Platform, ThreatMetrix SmartID, ThreatMetrix ExactID, and the ThreatMetrix logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of ThreatMetrix in the United States and other countries. All other brand, service or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or owners.
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Ratrod Studio Inc. Launches New Video Game Title “Mike V: Skateboard Party HD” for iPhone, iPod, iPad and Android. Developed in Collaboration with Pro Skater Mike Vallely
Ratrod Studio Inc. Launches New Video Game Title “Mike V: Skateboard Party HD” for iPhone, iPod, iPad and Android. Developed in Collaboration with Pro Skater Mike Vallely
Gatineau, Quebec (PRWEB) December 19, 2011
Ratrod Studio Inc. is proudly announcing their latest video game title “Mike V: Skateboard Party”. The game presented in collaboration with skateboard legend Mike Vallely is now available worldwide for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. An upcoming Android, PC and Mac OS version are also set to launch shortly.
Mike V: Skateboard Party is the only HD skateboarding game available on the market. Developed by Ratrod Studio Inc., this new universal title is now available on the AppStore for only $ 1.99.
Play with your friends using the multiplayer mode, complete achievements, gain experience and upgrade your skaters. Customize your outfits, shoes, board, trucks, wheels and bearings. Challenge skaters from all over the world using Game Center leaderboards.
Mike V: Skateboard Party features next generation 3D graphics specially optimized for your mobile hardware to provide you with the best skateboarding experience.
“Since all titles currently available in the same genre were outdated, we felt like it was time for skateboard fans to finally have a game utilizing the full performance of their recent phone or tablet. We aimed to bring something new, easy to play and well adapted for both casual and advanced players.” says Ratrod Studio’s President Pat Toulouse.
Play the career mode to complete over 25 achievements while unlocking new items and locations. Gain experience to upgrade your favorite skater’s attributes to perform better and achieve higher scores. Practice and improve your skateboarding skills without any constraints using the free skate mode.
Challenge your friends to a skateboard duel using the multiplayer mode. Share and brag your results with your friends on Facebook or Twitter using the built-in social media sharing feature.
Select between 8 characters and customize each of them to your preference. From outfits to shoes, choose your favorite gear. A massive collection of outfits, shoes, boards, trucks, wheels and bearings are available including items from iconic brands such as Airwalk, Powell & Peralta, Bones Wheels, Bones Bearings, Tork Trux and Iron Fist Clothing.
Learn over 40 unique tricks and hundreds of combinations. Follow the tutorial to get started and progress as you go. Execute the craziest combos and trick sequences to rack up some impressive high scores, gain experience and make a name for yourself on the global online leaderboards.
Mike V: Skateboard Party includes a new fully customizable control system allowing you to configure your own button layout. Use the right or left handed control mode, select a control preset or create your own. Use the analog stick or accelerometer option to suit your riding style and adjust your truck tightness to change your steering sensitivity.
The game soundtrack features music by Conditions (Good Fight Music) and Revolution Mother. Players also have the option to listen to their own music library.
More details about this exciting game can be found on the official Mike V: Skateboard Party website at http://mikevskateparty.com
With the mobile gaming field constantly expanding, Ratrod Studio just announced that they have already reached over 9 million users for their games across all platforms.
Several projects are in development including a long awaited sequel to their popular Drift Mania Championship title. More information about Ratrod Studio Inc.’s projects and announcements can be found on their company website at http://ratrodstudio.com.
About Mike V: Skateboard Party (Video Game)
Visit the official Mike V: Skateboard Party video game website which includes: news about the game, updates, leaderboard, instructions, support and more.
(Website: http://mikevskateparty.com)
About Mike Vallely
From skateboard legend to rock star and movie actor, Mike Vallely is known as a pioneer and innovator in the skateboarding world. Discovered by Stacy Peralta (Z-Boys) and Lance Mountain in the 80s, Mike became the first East Coast street skater to emerge on the scene and became an overnight sensation.
(Website: http://mikevallely.com)
About Ratrod Studio Inc.
Ratrod Studio Inc. develops video games for mobile devices including iPhone, Android, handheld devices, game consoles and personal computers. They are experienced game industry experts and licensed developers. Ratrod Studio Inc. is headquartered in Gatineau, Quebec.
(Website: http://ratrodstudio.com)
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JM Auto Racing?s New Mobile APP hits the Market for I-Phone and Android
JM Auto Racing’s New Mobile APP hits the Market for I-Phone and Android
North Babylon, NY (PRWEB) November 02, 2011
JM Auto Racing, a seller of quality performance auto parts, truck accessories, and car accessories is putting part ordering at their customer’s fingertips. Expanding from the new norm, e-commerce, JM Auto racing is embracing m-commerce with a new user friendly application, allowing customers to shop while not being tied down to a computer, all they need to make purchases is an internet enabled Android or I-phone smart phone.
The recently released mobile application enables customers to browse 26 categories and over 130 subcategories, containing pictures and product descriptions of JM auto’s car and truck accessories. Customers can research car accessories or truck accessories by vehicle type; simply choose year, make and model and engine size. Categories and subcategories automatically update to show all performance auto parts fitting the specified cars requirements.
This mobile-specific retail site is providing significant benefits to consumers as they move along their path-to-purchase performance auto parts. Customers can easily bring up order history, current order status, account status, and e-mail any truck or car accessories question. Many of JM Autos’ customers are do-it-yourselfers so being able to e-mail questions about their car or truck accessories straight from their cellular phones increases quality engagement and saves valuable time.
The JM Auto Racing app can be found on the Android Market and on iTunes. “We want to provide the best service to our customers and for us that means providing them a means of more efficiently managing and receiving the information they want about performance auto parts” said Joseph Mauro , president of JM Auto Racing. “No registration is required to use our application making researching car accessories and truck accessories trouble-free for customer’s, they can just download and start looking.”
With mobile shopping being a prime growth area in the e-commerce sector the ability for customers to get information on car accessories, truck accessories, and get that information when and wherever they want is important. People who love cars will appreciate this app; it is an instant mobile on-line catalog, a way to research performance auto parts at the point in time that they see them, at a car show, car club, or in a magazine they can just pick up browse and buy.
About JM Auto Racing
Started in 2007 by Joe Mauro, JM Auto Racing offers high quality auto accessories, truck accessories, custom car parts, custom truck parts, and aftermarket car and truck parts to people who have a passion for cars. With a wide range products including body kits, hoods, trunks, splitters, spoilers, and carbon fiber items; performance auto parts such as turbo kits, superchargers; suspension accessories such as coilovers, shocks, struts, springs; or lighting accessories such as projector and euro headlights, HID kits, bumper lights, taillights, brake lights and undercar lighting, JM AUTO RACING has it all. For more information, please contact Joseph Mauro, owner and operator, at 516-287-8522, or visit jmautoracing.com. Connect with JM Auto Racing on Facebook, Twitter, and You Tube.
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Advanced Visual Systems to Release Full-featured Data Visualization Software for Android Mobile Platform
Advanced Visual Systems to Release Full-featured Data Visualization Software for Android Mobile Platform
Waltham, MA (PRWEB) October 26, 2011
Advanced Visual Systems (http://www.avs.com, OTC PINK: AVSC), developer of data visualization software used by leading corporations and software makers, has announced a Q1-2012 release of a pure Java edition of its popular OpenViz technology. The forthcoming Java release will enable mobile users to enjoy a more dynamic interaction with business intelligence data than is currently possible on tablets and smartphones and allow software developers to replicate the desktop experience of software applications that become marginalized in their effectiveness through a mobile deployment.
OpenViz is a powerful API (application programming interface) that consists of over 200 Java and Windows components that are used to import, analyze and visualize all types of corporate data. The software has been widely deployed in the field of business intelligence, risk management and customer analytics to exploit and present large volumes of data that are difficult to work with by less powerful visual analysis tools. The upcoming Android release will pass along much of the differentiating power of OpenViz to the mobile platform offering the flexibility, functionality and stability of a traditional Java development experience.
Distinctive features of OpenViz include a versatile in-memory data processing system, the ability to work with extremely large datasets, a vast library of charting and interactive techniques, unprecedented control over the look, feel and behavior of data visualizations, and a powerful renderer that produces 2D and 3D images that can be delivered to end-users in a variety of browser-based and desktop configurations. First released in 1999, OpenViz is one of the most comprehensive data visualization technologies available to corporate and OEM teams creating advanced analytic applications.
According to Anoop Chatterjee, CTO of Advanced Visual Systems, “OpenViz for the Android will definitely change the perception of what data visualization is all about on a mobile device. We are packaging our twenty years of data visualization know how and keen understanding of what end-users want and need in a mobile experience into this release, empowering our Enterprise and OEM clients with the ability to create game-changing applications.”
About Advanced Visual Systems Inc.
Advanced Visual Systems Inc. (http://www.avs.com) provides industry-leading, interactive data visualization software and solutions that help business, scientific and engineering users gain critical insight from all types of data. AVS’s complete line of software products speed decision-making by bringing information to life using the latest in graphics, Web-based and interactive technologies on all major computing platforms.
Information from Advanced Visual Systems Inc. may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain as they are based on current expectations and assumptions concerning future events or future performance of the company. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which are only predictions and speak only as of the date hereof. In evaluating such statements, prospective investors should review carefully various risks and uncertainties identified in this release and matters set in the company’s public filings. These risks and uncertainties could cause the company’s actual results to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements.
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New Android app could allow 5 million Brits to be paid for shopping and dining
New Android app could allow 5 million Brits to be paid for shopping and dining
London, UK (PRWEB UK) 6 September 2011
Quidco, the UK’s leading cashback and voucher code site, today launches an app for Android phones which rewards users with cash just for checking in to certain high street stores and restaurants. With 5 million Brits reportedly in possession of an Android phone*, this app would allow them all to take advantage of the cash for check in function.
The UK’s first check in for cash tool, the Quidco Mobile app, provides the user with all of the money saving offers available nearby including vouchers, bar code vouchers and in store cashback deals. It also presents cash incentives and bigger offers for users who enter certain restaurants and high street stores and check in.
Companies signed up to offer exclusive deals and savings via the Quidco Mobile app include high street retailers such as Carphone Warehouse, restaurants and cafés such as Pizza Hut and Esquires Coffee, as well as gyms and travel agents.
Typical offers available right now include:
Charles Tyrwhitt – check in to unlock a £5 off £50 voucher plus free silk cufflinks
Ann Harvey – check in to earn 25p plus get 20% off everything
Halfords – check in to earn 20p
T-Mobile – check in to earn 20p
Staples – check in to 10p plus back to school offers
Hotel Chocolat – check in to unlock an exclusive 10% voucher code
Hannah Green from Quidco said, “One in every 10 people owns an Android phone and regardless of what contract they have, the phone is costing them money. The Quidco app gives them the opportunity to earn money back by paying cash just for checking in to certain stores and restaurants. It’ll also help save money on a night out or at the shops, as it lists vouchers and discounts local to the phone user.“
Launched on the iPhone in May, the app achieved 100,000 downloads in its first week and ranked number 4 in Apple’s app chart 2 days after launch.
The Quidco Mobile app is available to download for free from the Android Market store from today.
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*Research from GfK Retail & Technology found that 1 in 10 Brits have an Android phone
About the Quidco App
Created by the UK’s largest cashback and voucher codes website, the Quidco app displays the offers available to users when they are out and about. Instant discounts are available by showing the voucher code or bar code on the phone’s screen at the point of sale, and in store cashback is achieved by registering a debit or credit card on the app (or Quidco website) and using it to pay in store.
The check in function, which is currently available in over 12,000 locations in the UK, rewards users with cash or bigger offers than previously shown when selected while inside the store or restaurant. The cash is paid into the user’s Quidco account and can be withdrawn twice monthly.
About cashback
Instead of going directly to a retailer’s website, visit a cashback site such as quidco.com and look for the retailer there. For each merchant, all of the cashback offers and voucher codes available are displayed and by selecting one, you are then taken to the retailer’s website to shop as normal.
Because the merchant sees that you have bought something after clicking through from a cashback site, it pays them a commission which they pass on to you as cashback. Users can also benefit from instant discounts using voucher codes and printable vouchers for use in stores.
About Quidco
Quidco.com is the easy way for people to save money on every purchase. It pays ‘cashback’ when people click through and make a purchase at any of the 3,000 retailers listed on its website, by paying the commission it gets from the retailer, directly into the shopper’s bank account. It also lists voucher codes, which give an instant online discount, restaurant vouchers and printable vouchers, which give a discount in-store.
Quidco.com was founded in 2005 with a mission to help people save money and is the UK’s leading cashback and voucher website. The site is free to join and currently has more than 1.5 million members who can each save on average £450 in the next year.
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agoda.com Launches Android App For Easy Mobile Hotel Booking
agoda.com Launches Android App For Easy Mobile Hotel Booking
Singapore (PRWEB) September 07, 2011
agoda.com, Asia’s global hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), today announced the launch of an Android app, allowing even more smartphone users to book hotels on-the-go.
The agoda.com Android app joins the recently released iPhone app in making mobile booking available to more people. The Android app has all the features of the iPhone version, including immediate access to more than 160,000 hotels worldwide, instant confirmation on bookings, and the ability to search hotels by current location.
With more than 21,000 hotels and resorts in Asia alone, the agoda.com android app gives travelers access to deals that aren’t offered on other sites. Users can flick through hotel photos, check property facilities and read authentic customer reviews to find exactly what they need.
Giving travelers the edge on last-minute bookings, customers can use the app to find nearby deals no matter where they are. Travelers can step off the plane, book a hotel, and get directions from wherever they are to the hotel’s front desk. By the time they arrive, their confirmation voucher is in their inbox, ready to present on check-in.
President of agoda.com Mr. Robert Rosenstein said, “We are very excited about our newly released Android app. Agoda’s technology has been built to support the needs of time-constrained, on-the-go consumers and is adaptable to different devices and platforms, both in the cloud and via unique applications. Android is one of our many exciting areas of development.”
Click here for more information about the agoda.com Android app. The iPhone app is available from iTunes.
About Agoda Company Pte Ltd:
Agoda Company Pte Ltd (http://www.agoda.com) is a leading Asia-based, online hotel reservations company, which specializes in securing the lowest discount hotel prices. Agoda.com is part of Priceline.com (Nasdaq:PCLN). Agoda.com’s network includes more than 150,000 hotels worldwide. The multinational staff of more than 700 professionals, located throughout the world, provides a first-rate reservation service that uniquely combines local knowledge and local connections to provide the best hotel deals to both business and leisure travelers.
In addition, agoda.com customers participate in the agoda.com Rewards Program, earning further discounts and free stays. Unlike programs that limit travelers to a single chain, the agoda.com Rewards Program allows customers to redeem Rewards Points at thousands of hotels around the globe, at any time. A member of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), agoda.com’s aim is to promote travel by making it more affordable and more accessible to more people.
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Merchandising Field Force Tracking Comes to the Google Android with the Latest Release of VelociTRACKER(tm)
Merchandising Field Force Tracking Comes to the Google Android with the Latest Release of VelociTRACKER(tm)
Cumming, GA (Vocus) November 18, 2010
Global sales of millions of Android SmartPhones are providing enormous opportunity for VelociTRACKER™ clients to push mobile computing capability out to their field force without the need for capital investment in mobile computing hardware.
Retailers, Manufacturers, and Merchandising Service Organizations can deploy the VelociTRACKER™ software via the Android to leverage their employees’ existing mobile devices as field force reporting tools without additional cost.
For many years one of the barriers to employing mobile computers to collect shelf level data has been the cost of a specialized device. However as millions of consumers choose to buy an Android SmartPhone in-addition-to, or in-place-of the family computer, many merchandising professionals already have mobile computers which can be used on the job. VelociTRACKER™ clients are increasingly finding that they have a ready-made mobile computing field force upon which they can deploy the VelociTRACKER™ merchandising software.
VelociTRACKER™ manages 130,000 merchandisers for 3,500 managers across 300,000 retail locations helping all stakeholders to increase sell-thru while simultaneously reduce costs. Contact Robert Gerace, CEO of Computer Resource Center, Inc. to find out how your merchandising team can leverage the VelociTRACKER™ Software as a Service.
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Hot new Google Android bSocial xE Mobile Internet Tablet PC for cheap!
You don’t have to wait any longer, this cool little tablet PC is available in the US right now.
The latest in Android O/S tablets comes loaded with features and is inexpensive. Giving an edge over iPad on the consumer market because this unit sells for hundreds less. Devices like this are perfect for web browsing / email / video / music on the go and connects to any wifi b/g network. 600MHz processor is responsive and onboard 2GB storage for applications supplements the pad perfectly. With a 30pin USB connection, you can easily transfer files to/from the SD attached to the unit, and upgrade the storage up to 32GB additional space. Resistive 7″ touchscreen is beautiful and bright. Even without multi-touch capabilities, the screen is quite responsive and easy to navigate. Comes loaded with a bunch of apps, and is easy to add applications with the built-in SD card reader. Has tons of features, and is an overall fun device. Check it out at www.matricom.net for features and specifications.
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$65 Android Laptop
This video was filmed by Charbax at http://ARMdevices.net at the CeBIT 2010 consumer electronics show in Hannover, Germany.
Firstview Electronic HK Limited is showing what may be one of the worlds cheapest laptops, it runs Android on a low cost and low power VIA 8505 ARM based 533Mhz processor, with 128MB RAM, 2GB Nand flash, 7″ 800×480 screen, WiFi, SD card reader, 3G dongle support. It’s supposed to run 4 hours on a 2100mah battery, it loads websites slower than a more expensive computer, but it can be made for only $65 in the Chinese factories when ordered by big resellers in large quantities.
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Android Laptop Review: Hivision PWS700CA
This is a worlds first video-review of an ARM9 Powered Android Laptop, the PWS700CA by Shenzhen based Hivision, find more info at: http://hvsco.com/ProductsView.asp?articleid=789
It is based on a Rockchip RK2808 600mhz ARM926 processor, 128SDRAM, 7″ 800×480 screen, 720p Video playback support, WiFi, Ethernet, audio input/output and weights only 650grams.
The price has not yet been announced officially because Hivision is looking for worldwide distributors of this product, who will then decide how much it will be sold for to end consumers. But you can understand that if Hivision was able to sell those types of laptops for $98 more than a year ago http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKQbN6tpYXw, then surely the price has not gone up since then, at least if you consider what might be the manufacturing costs when this Laptop would be mass manufactured. My guess is that if a giant consumer electronics retailer like Amazon, Walmart or Best Buy approached Hivision to order high quantities of this laptop, it could be sold even below $99 to end users.
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