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Seattle, WA (PRWEB) November 22, 2011

REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.), a national retailer providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, is ready to help outfit the entire family for any weather this season.

With its 100-percent satisfaction guarantee, REI provides a convenient, hassle-free, one-stop shopping experience for various winter adventures and holiday shopping. Visit REI stores or shop the REI Holiday Gift Finder online to choose from a wide selection of outdoor gear and apparel from hundreds of quality outdoor brands including GoPro, Osprey, Patagonia, Vibram, Sorel and REIs in-house award-winning Gear & Apparel brand.

Save up to 30-percent on select winter gear, outerwear, clothing and boots during REIs Winter Sale from Nov. 18 28. Also, REI stores will offer extended shopping hours from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Nov. 25.

From storm-proof to casual, backpacking to snow sports, or gifts under or over $ 25, REI has the best product assortment and service to help outfit anyone on the list. REIs most popular gifts for the season include cozy socks to cushion each step, colorful down sweaters to fend off shivers, helmet cameras to capture any adventure, the best in warm, waterproof boots, or the latest in five-fingered shoes.

The company has also updated its REI App to help mobile users experience REI offerings more easily from their smartphones. Now anyone with an iPhone or Android device can scan bar codes in REI stores and add their favorite items to a wish list. Users can also manage personal wish lists, set privacy settings and view or share lists with friends or family members.

Wrap up outdoor adventure and give experiential gifts instead. REI offers a variety of winter-related in-store classes to help families and individuals enjoy the outdoors together, or learn a new outdoor hobby such as cross country or snowshoeing. REI also offers other courses such as avalanche safety, to help adventures prep for winter adventures. Visit REIs online store locator for local class listings.

About REI

REI is a national outdoor retail co-op dedicated to inspiring, educating and outfitting its members and the community for a lifetime of outdoor adventure and stewardship.

Founded in 1938 by a group of Pacific Northwest mountaineers seeking quality equipment, REI is committed to promoting environmental stewardship and increasing access to outdoor recreation through volunteerism, gear donations and financial contributions.

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(PRWEB) November 23, 2011

GraphicMail today announced its integration with Salesforce and OpenCart.

GraphicMail has made it an integral part of their strategy to integrate with other platforms to help their clients get the maximum out of their email and mobile marketing efforts. While 2010/11 saw them launch an iPhone app, synchronization with Outlook, plugins for Joomla, WordPress and Drupal, they have now added integrations in the financial arena.

Salesforce Integration

Salesforce is a powerful customer relationship management solution. The new GraphicMail plug-in with Salesforce provides for full integration between the two systems, allowing their application and the cloud-based CRM to work together by creating contact forms that send information from GraphicMail directly to users Salesforce accounts.

GraphicMails plug-in supports one-way contact list synchronization. Additionally, after each email send; GraphicMail will feed open-rates, click-through rates, bounce-rates and unsubscribe data back to Salesforce – for intelligent lead management and segmentation purposes.

Version 1.0 of the plug-in is now available for all GraphicMail clients. Future releases will feature two-way data aggregation tools that let users push email addresses and subscriber information directly into their GraphicMail accounts; including the ability to generate reports based on previous email activity and pass these reports to GraphicMail for subsequent campaigns, says Nick Eckert, GraphicMail CEO.

Salesforce subscribers will need to be signed up for Enterprise, Unlimited or Developer editions to use this plug-in.

OpenCart Integration

The OpenCart plug-in for GraphicMail provides users with an e-commerce solution that lets them grow their mailing list through OpenCart transactions.

The OpenCart plug-in allows customers to sign up for email newsletter campaigns via the online shopping process, and can then be used as a segmentation tool to send targeted messages by grouping subscribers that share characteristics; such as product preferences and purchase history.

About GraphicMail

Quattro Internet Solutions (Ltd) t/a GraphicMail is a hosted email marketing solution which lets users design beautiful emails, manage contact lists and track their campaign performance. GraphicMail has been used by customers such as, Europcar, the American Medical Association and SA Airlink since 2002. It is available in 10 languages and is represented by over 17 offices globally. Follow GraphicMail on Twitter, Facebook and their email marketing blog.

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Atlanta, GA and Oldenburg, Germany (PRWEB) November 23, 2011

Ecce Terram, a globally active digital imaging solutions company with headquarters in Atlanta, GA and Oldenburg, Germany, has introduced Version 2 of it is Photo2lab Online Client. The new software for online photo processing and ordering provides seamless social media integration and fully supports open standards like HTML5 – unique in a market where most industry-strength solutions are still based on Adobe’s Flash technology.

Ecce Terram launches its new software in the wake of Adobe’s recent announcement to abandon its Flash player for mobile platforms. Version 2 of the Photo2Lab Client covers the complete range of photo products – from prints, posters, and canvas to photo gifts, personal to print products such as photobooks, postcards, and photo calendars. It is is based on a critically acclaimed software

Seattle, WA (PRWEB) November 24, 2011

The Snow Leopard Trust, a Seattle based wildlife conservation organization has reached the finals of the BBC World Challenge. The Snow Leopard Trust and two other finalists received the most votes from worldwide supporters of the 12 organizations selected to compete. By reaching the finals, the Trust will receive a minimum prize of $ 10,000 for conservation of the endangered snow leopard. The final results will be announced during an event televised by BBC World News on December 3rd.

ABOUT THE SNOW LEOPARD TRUST:

Snow leopards are one of the most endangered big cats in the world. They are found across 12 Asian and Eurasian countries from Afghanistan to Bhutan, and experts believe as few as 4,000 exist in the wild. The Snow Leopard Trust utilizes a community-based conservation approach to partner with families sharing snow leopard habitat in order to alleviate conflict between human and wildlife throughout Central Asia.

Snow Leopard Enterprises, the program selected to compete in the World Challenge, provides training to local women in Central Asia on how to create handicrafts from raw wool, which the Snow Leopard Trust then sells on their behalf. The money raised is returned to the communities, who sign conservation contracts where they pledge to protect the snow leopards living in their area.

“The Snow Leopard Enterprise Program works with over 400 families in three countries to protect the endangered snow leopard and improve each person’s quality of life. In 2010, every pledge to protect snow leopards was upheld, meaning snow leopards were kept safe, and each community received a generous conservation bonus in appreciation for their efforts.” Brad Rutherford, Executive Director of the Snow Leopard Trust

The products created through the Snow Leopard Enterprises program are sold in zoo gift shops and retail outlets around the world as well as through the Snow Leopard Trusts online store http://www.snowleopard.org/shop/

ABOUT THE COMPETITION:

The BBC World Challenge is an annual competition run by BBC World News and Newsweek Magazine in association with Shell. It highlights and rewards small businesses that use innovation and entrepreneurship to bring economic, social and environmental benefits to communities around the world. More than 600 proposals were submitted in 2011. A panel of judges selected 12 projects to compete. The top three finalists were chosen by the public based solely on the number of votes. The first place winner will receive $ 20,000, a feature in Newsweek Magazine, and a special on BBC World News.

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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 years 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 theyre 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 iPhones 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 ThreatMetrixs 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 .

London, UK (PRWEB UK) 1 December 2011

YES-wallet.com successfully launched Pouch, a free Mobile and web Wallet Service, that in the future will also support NFC (Near Field Communication) based payments. With 71% of people (Source: Survey by YES-wallet.com of 116 executives at Pouch Launch Event, October 2011) mentioning they are currently exploring, evaluating and considering the idea of implementing wallet services in the upcoming years, YES-wallet.com took this opportunity to introduce its new Pouch mobile application, now downloadable on all major smartphones, and to present very exciting findings collected through a Launch survey on mobile and e-wallet payments.

Following the successful Pouch wallet services Launch Event in London (UK) on October 11th 2011, YES-wallet.com received numerous requests for partnership in exciting new projects going live as early as the first Quarter of 2012. Based on this encouraging first feedback and on future promising developments, it is now clear that Pouch wallet services is all set to usher in a ‘new payments lifestyle’ using smartphones as a wallet. Securely storing credit/debit payment cards, payment receipts, loyalty and coupon information, Pouch enables customers to securely make payments through their smartphones for free. Merchants perform millions of card transactions per week, and now their card paying customers can create free personal wallets to get instant benefits such as card payment e-receipts, e-coupons and location based services explained Dr. Chandra Patni, Director of YES-wallet.com. Dr. Chandra Patni further added that Pouch supports storage of personal credit, debit and pre-paid (SVA) cards in the My wallet function which can be used to make payments at web, mobile and physical stores.

Pouch supports roll-out of retail couponing, loyalty and location-based mobile advertising and marketing services, many of which will use NFC in the future. Standard Visa / MasterCard Payment applications are also supported via this wallet service.

Anyone can register and create his free personal wallet by clicking here. YES-wallet Pouch free Mobile App is already available for smartphones.

St. Petersburg, Florida (PRWEB) November 29, 2011

Just in time to smooth things over for the holidays the international sensation, the Ahh Bra by Rhonda Shear will be featured on HSN as a Todays Special on November 29, 2011. The special will run from midnight with Body Solutions by Rhonda Shear, shows airing throughout the day and will feature an all-star HSN host cast, including Bobbi Ray Carter, Helen Keaney, Amy Morrison, Diana Perkovic, and Kathy Wolf. Dont miss the chance to experience the total comfort of Ahh with Rhonda Shear on HSN!

Each segment will include special tips from Rhonda Shear to emphasize the importance of looking good underneath your clothes. By utilizing seamless technology, the latest fabrications and a fashionably functional style, Rhonda Shears Ahh Bra has sold over 20 million units in over 30 countries. Four-way stretch allows the Ahh Bra to mold to your curves, for a fit that seems custom made. The Ahh Bra eliminates pinching, bra lines and dreaded back bulge. As if that wasnt enough to bring on an Ahh, this incredible bra is now available at HSN in a variety of prints, perfect to peek out under a shirt, camisole or suit.

Foundation is where Fashion starts, said Shear. So many women are embracing the Ahh lifestyle and I am thrilled to offer them at the amazing HSN Todays Special price again just in time for the holidays! This 4-pack special offer includes 2 solid Ahh Bras and 2 jacquard print Ahh Bras.

Ahh Bra enthusiasts and anyone looking for the total comfort of the Ahh Lifestyle by Rhonda Shear can purchase the Todays Special and learn more about Rhondas full line of sleepwear, shapewear, separates and more online at http://www.HSN.com.

ABOUT RHONDA SHEAR

From her beginnings on the pageant circuit and campaign trail, to her role hosting USA Up All Night, a nationwide comedy tour, and features in People and PLAYBOY, Rhonda Shear has proven that smart and sexy go hand in hand. Her latest endeavor, Rhonda Shear Intimates, is a true passion project, with designs that focus on comfort and support without sacrificing femininity or style. With tremendous success on HSN, The Shopping Channel: Canada, and other shopping channels, Rhonda continues to develop her line and empower women worldwide. http://www.RhondaShear.com

ABOUT HSN:

Headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL, HSN is a leading interactive multichannel retailer, offering a curated assortment of exclusive products and top brand names to its customers. HSN incorporates entertainment, inspiration, personalities and industry experts to provide an entirely unique shopping experience. At HSN, customers find exceptional selections in Health & Beauty (e.g. Benefit, Carol’s Daughter, Coty, Elizabeth Arden, Andrew Lessman, Lanc

Fort Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) November 30, 2011

Catalogs.com for iPad has earned a spot on PadGadgets list of the top great iPad holiday shopping apps. The Catalogs.com for iPad app captured the attention of PadGadget reviewers, thanks to the slick and streamlined interactive browsing features that make it easy to shop hundreds of popular catalogs and online shopping destinations including MacConnection, bebe, FootLocker, Harry & David, Hot Topic, Petco and other celebrated stores. Reviewers noted user-friendly exclusive deals and free shipping as a highlight of the Catalogs.com budget-friendly shopping app.

PadGadget reviews apps weekly, and its exciting to make the short list of great holiday shopping apps, says Richard Linevsky, co-founder of Catalogs.com. Obviously, we agree that our app is just what the shopper is looking for, and we find ourselves in great company on the list, which also includes apps from FedEx and Google.

Catalogs.com for iPad was first launched in October 2010, when shopping on the iPad was a relatively new experience. The Catalogs.com for iPad app was developed to capitalize on the functionality of the device by creating an app that created an entertaining, engaging and thoroughly modern shopping experience. The app includes features such as bookmarking, wishlist capability, detailed product information and an automatically generated list of related items for shoppers.

Since then, Catalogs.com for iPad has incorporated even more new features over the past year, and is now in version 2.1. Featuring flippable pages, layered product views, pop-up detail screens and crystal clear images, the app works with the slick touch screen of the iPad to create a cutting-edge, fast, friendly and interactive shopping environment for todays most tech savvy shoppers.

Catalogs.com for iPad brings the feeling and variety of having hundreds of catalogs at a shoppers fingertips, with multiple innovations in one application, says Linevsky. One marked advantage over traditional print catalogs is that the digital catalogs featured in this app are updated with automatic downloads of new merchandise, up-to-the-minute deals and special savings. Every time a shopper opens this app, they are able to experience a completely new shopping adventure. Catalogs.com for iPad is an innovative approach to presenting catalogs because it was developed specifically for the iPad we didnt just put photos of catalog pages on the tablet, we created a highly graphical and interactive shopping experience designed specifically for the most popular tablet device.

The free Catalogs.com for iPad app is available at iTunes, and can be viewed in a desktop version at http://shop.catalogs.com.

About Catalogs.com

Since 1996, shoppers have universally recognized Catalogs.com as a trusted premier shopping service, attracting more than 1,000,000 unique visitors each month. The comprehensive Catalogs.com website, newly launched Catalogs.com for iPad and Catalogs.com online catalogs feature over 740 major and specialty retailers and provide shopping access via web, iPad and mobile phone platforms.

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Bellevue, WA (PRWEB) November 30, 2011

Point Inside, Inc. (http://www.pointinside.com) today announced the launch of the Holiday Edition of its new in-app game, Mallopoly. By claiming places in the app, such as Nordstrom in the Bellevue Square Mall, players become eligible to win the Daily Prize of $ 100 and the Grand Prize of $ 1000. Players receive additional entries in the random drawing when another person visits their place inside the app or the player shares the app with another person.

This is an exciting step forward in the evolution of our shopping and travel app, says Josh Marti, CEO at Point Inside. Weve had a tremendously positive response since we launched the latest version of the Point Inside Shopping & Travel app with hundreds of thousands of deals. Now were creating a completely new level of shopper engagement by adding a very rewarding game to the app.

The gameplay and rules are simple. A player gets an entry into the daily drawing when they claim one of the millions of places in the Point Inside app. Additional entries are gained from people visiting that place and sharing the app with friends. Winners for the daily $ 100 American Express

(PRWEB) December 01, 2011

The FIND CHOCOLATE! app has drawn more than 1,000 new subscribers since its official launch on November 7 of this year, following a soft launch earlier this summer. And with Christmas coming on, it’s sure to appeal to shoppers wanting to find the best for the chocoholics on their list.

The app for Android, iPhone and iPad connects mobile users with Chocomap.com and its data base of chocolate shops around the world. FIND CHOCOLATE! was created by Ecole Chocolat, the unique online school for professional chocolatiers and chocolate makers.

“We’ve increased the number of subscribers to more than 7,000 and we’re also getting people adding their favorite chocolate shops to our data base. We now have more than 2,200 shops listed from around the world,” says Pam Williams, a master chocolatier by training and owner of Ecole Chocolat.

For more information, see: http://chocomap.com/chocomap_mobile.php

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