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SECAUCUS, NJ (April 23, 2010) – Panasonic, a worldwide leader in Full HD 3D technology, announced today pricing and nationwide retail availability dates for its critically-acclaimed VIERATM VT25 Series of Full HD 3D Plasma TVs. The debut of the VT25 series will expand Panasonic’s 3D offerings to four screens sizes with availability at a wide range of consumer electronics retailers.

Opera Software announced that USEN has selected the Opera Devices SDK 9.5 for its new set-top box, GyaO NEXT. People using the GyaO NEXT set-top box (STB) can access IPTV content such as movies, TV dramas, music programs, karaoke games and animated content. With Opera included, users can also enjoy interactive Web-based content. Opera was made available from August 11 as a firmware upgrade.

BARCELONA, SPAIN : At Mobile World Congress, IBM (NYSE: IBM) debuted mobile services of today and the future – from social networking to the built-in security and service quality that telecom customers expect in a digital world.

As consumers increasingly demand convenience, control, flexibility and choice, creating a consistent and innovative customer experience across devices and networks has become a top focus for communications service providers. In a recent IBM survey of more than 250 telecom executives, 60 percent of respondents said they believe they can grow by improving the customer experience across all channels, including online and retail operations.

“Our service provider clients tell us they believe growth in the next five years will stem from converged content services like television and video,” said Mike Hill, general manager, Telecommunications Industry, IBM. “Yet factors like ease of use, simplicity, security and quality—all of which comprise the total experience—are essential