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Micron Technologies has announced the first flash memory cards to use its 34-nanometer process technology. Its subsidiary, Lexar, will incorporate the new 32Gb NAND chips into its 32GB Platinum II SDHC memory card. A 16Gb microSDHC card (commonly used in mobile devices), will also make use of the 34nm technology NAND chips. Lexar has said it will incorporate the technology into an increasing proportion of its flash memory card range.

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Press Release:

Micron Introduces New 34-Nanometer High-Density NAND Products, Increasing Performance And Reducing Die Size


Lexar Media Announces New Flash Memory Cards Using Micron’s New High-Capacity 34nm NAND

BOISE, Idaho and Fremont, CA., June 30, 2009 – Micron Technology, Inc. today announced mass production of new NAND flash memory products using its award-winning 34-nanometer (nm) process technology. As consumers demand increased capacity to store more music, videos, photos, and applications in ever smaller portable electronic devices, manufacturers need a storage solution that delivers on capacity, performance, and size. Micron’s new 16- and 32-gigabit (Gb) NAND chips pair large capacity with performance, providing a compelling solution for today’s demanding portable storage requirements that are tailored to end-customer product dimensions.

The newly architected 32Gb multi-level cell (MLC) NAND chip is 17 percent smaller than Micron’s first-generation 32Gb chip. The 16Gb MLC NAND chip, at just 84mm², provides high-capacity in an ultra tiny package. Micron is also now sampling 8- and 16Gb single-level cell (SLC) NAND chips using the 34nm process.

Additionally, Lexar Media, Inc. – a subsidiary of Micron and a leading provider of consumer memory products for digital devices – is taking advantage of Micron’s new 34nm NAND products by delivering a wide range of flash memory cards and USB flash drives utilizing this technology.

“Our industry-leading NAND products are opening new possibilities for some of the world’s most popular consumer electronic devices,” said Brian Shirley, vice president of Micron’s memory group. “With our new 16- and 32Gb NAND chips in mass production, we are enabling customers to design cost-effective, high-capacity storage in their small-form factor products, using less space and fewer die. In addition, the high-speed interface is ideal in the industry’s quest to continue to increase throughput performance for SSDs.”

Both products feature an ONFI 2.1 synchronous interface that delivers transfer speeds of up to 200 megabytes per second (MB/s). In comparison, traditional SLC NAND is limited to 40 MB/s. With this improved transfer speed, the interface delivers the fastest read and write throughputs offered in today’s NAND devices. And with solid state drives (SSDs) trending toward a SATA 6 Gb/second interface, the high-speed NAND interface enables manufacturers to design products that deliver twice the throughput of today’s existing SATA 3Gb/s solutions. Customers can expect this high-speed interface designed into all future high-density Micron® NAND products.

Micron 34nm NAND Enabling New High-Capacity Memory Cards from Lexar Media

Lexar Media is utilizing Micron’s high-capacity 34nm technology in its high-performance memory cards, including the new Lexar® Platinum II 32GB Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC™) memory card and the Lexar 16GB microSDHC™ mobile memory card. By the end of September, Micron’s new 34nm NAND will also be used in a wide range of Lexar microSD™ and microSDHC cards, Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) cards, and various capacities of Secure Digital, SDHC, CompactFlash®, and Memory Stick PRO Duo™ cards. Additionally, Micron 34nm NAND will be used in Lexar’s JumpDrive® USB flash drives, including JumpDrive Retrax, JumpDrive TwistTurn, JumpDrive FireFly, and JumpDrive Secure II Plus.

“By integrating the increased capacity and performance of Micron’s new 34nm NAND into Lexar’s flash memory products, we are giving our customers the ability to take full advantage of their digital cameras, phones and devices,” said Greg Rhine, vice president of sales and product marketing at Lexar Media. “With Lexar’s cost-effective, high-capacity, and high-speed memory cards and USB flash drives, consumers can capture more pictures and videos, listen to more music, and transfer data between their devices even faster than before.”

The first Lexar memory card to feature Micron’s new 32Gb NAND chip is the new 32GB Lexar Platinum II SDHC memory card. With the ability to store up to 12 hours of high-definition (HD) video or more than 20,000 5-megapixel images, the increased capacity enables photographers to capture important events and memories with photos and HD video. Beyond video and photography, the Lexar Platinum II 32GB SDHC memory card can be used as a convenient way to expand the available storage in today’s emerging, ultra-portable notebook computer applications, such as netbooks and mobile Internet devices (MIDs).

In addition to its high capacity, the new Lexar Platinum II SDHC card is speed-rated at 60x (Class 4), offering a minimum-sustained write speed of 9MB per second that enables photo enthusiasts to take advantage of their camera’s burst-mode setting to capture many images in rapid succession. In addition, a minimum-sustained read speed of 12MB per second ensures fast transfers of images from the card to a host computer.

Micron’s tiny 16Gb, 34nm NAND chip, which is approximately one-third the size of a keyboard key, is ideal for ultra-small, high-capacity microSD cards, such as the Lexar 16GB microSDHC mobile memory card. The Lexar 16GB microSDHC card allows consumers to expand the capabilities of their digital devices, such as mobile phones with photo and video capture capabilities, MP3 players, and smartphones. Consumers can store up to 48,000 2-megapixel JPEG photos, 4,000 songs, or 80 hours of standard-definition video content on the Lexar 16GB microSDHC card when used in a digital device.

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8GB SDHC cards from Lexar
From dpreview.com

CES 2008: Swift shooters supported with superior speed SDHC. Lexar has launched 8GB SDHC cards in all its products lines, including Professional 133X cards with their category defying 20MB/sec minimum sustained write performance.

Diminutive memory card update day continues at DPReview as Lexar announces 8GB SDHC cards in Standard, Platinum II 60X and Professional 133X flavors. The key thing to note is that the speeds quoted refer to minimum sustained write speed, rather than the maximum data transfer speed (which usually refers to reading from the card and need not be maintained). As such, the Professional 133X card doesn’t just conform to the SDHC ‘class 6,’ but could be classed as ‘class 20,’ if such a thing existed. And the Platinum II 60X, with its 9MB/sec minimum sustain write speed also exceeds ‘class 6.’

Press Release:

Lexar Increases Capacity of Popular SDHC Memory Cards

New High-Capacity Memory Cards Deliver the Ultimate in Functionality and Performance to Those Managing Images, Video, and Music

Fremont, CA, January 8, 2008 — Lexar, a leader in advanced digital media and accessories, announced today that it has increased the capacity of its SDHC ( Secure Digital High Capacity) format memory cards in all three of the company’s popular product lines including Professional, Platinum II, and standard. Available later this month, the new 8GB cards provide consumers and professionals with the ultimate in functionality and performance, and are designed for SDHC-compatible devices such as digital cameras, PDAs, and mobile phones, to name only a few of the many popular SDHC-compatible product categories.

“The capacity and performance of these new products allow photographers and videographers to confidently shoot without needing to change their memory cards, and allow mobile consumers to maximize the features and functionality of their cell phones and PDAs,” said John Santoro, senior product marketing manager, Lexar. “As a result, our customers are confident in the memory card brand they choose to help them succeed in their job or improve their digital lifestyle experience.”

Lexar Professional 133x 8GB SDHC
Designed for professional photographers and advanced hobbyists who demand optimal performance from SDHC-enabled digital SLR cameras, the Professional 133x 8GB SDHC cards deliver a minimum sustained write speed capability of 20MB per second, which allows photographers to fully leverage the camera’s high-speed processor and accelerate image download times. In addition, the new 133x 8GB SDHC cards provide users of high-definition camcorders and point-and-shoot digital cameras with video capture capability the opportunity to store full-motion video without interruption. In all scenarios, the user spends less time changing memory cards and more time capturing content. The Lexar Professional SDHC memory cards include free, dedicated technical support, a limited lifetime warranty, and a comprehensive suite of valuable software available for free download, including Lexar Image Rescue™ 3 and Corel® Paint Shop Pro® X.

Lexar Platinum II 60x 8GB SDHC
The perfect storage solution for vacation photos, favorite songs, or video of family and friends, Lexar Platinum II cards allow consumers to take a large number of photos in quick succession using the “burst mode” feature of their digital cameras, as well as fully leverage the video capabilities of their SDHC-enabled point-and-shoot digital cameras. Lexar Platinum II SDHC cards are speed-rated at 60x, capable of a minimum sustained write speed of 9MB per second, and include Image Rescue 3, Corel® Snapfire™ Plus SE, and a limited lifetime warranty.

Lexar 8GB SDHC
Standard Lexar SDHC cards are designed for a wide range of popular uses, including storing still images, video, and music. These new high-capacity cards give consumers the opportunity to affordably improve the capabilities of their digital cameras, cell phones, or PDAs. Standard Lexar SDHC cards include Corel Snapfire Plus SE and a five-year limited warranty.

 

 

PMA 2007: Lexar are expanding their line of memory cards with a new 4GB Platinum II CompactFlash® card as well as Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media in 2 and 4GB capacities. Purchasers of certain cards in the Platinum II range will also be eligible to download a selection of software including image recovery and backup tools.

Press Release:

Lexar High-Capacity Platinum II CompactFlash® and Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Cards Deliver an Improved Digital Imaging, Video and Music Experience to Consumers Worldwide

New 4GB CF and 2GB/4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo Flash Cards Ideal for Full-Motion Video Functions Found on Popular Point-and-Shoot Cameras

Fremont, Ca., March 8, 2007 - Lexar, a leader in advanced digital media and accessories, announced today that the company has further increased the capacity of its widely popular Platinum II flash memory card line-up by introducing a Platinum II 4GB CompactFlash® (CF) card and Platinum II 2GB and 4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo™ flash cards. Ideal for those who live a digital lifestyle and embrace digital imaging, video, and music, the new Platinum II CF and Memory Stick PRO Duo cards are tailored to address the sweet-spot functionality of prosumer digital SLRs and popular point-and-shoot digital cameras, including high-resolution still image and full-motion video capture at VGA resolution – both of which create large files.

“Capturing full-motion video is a popular and growing trend among consumers using mid-level and high-end point-and-shoot digital cameras,” said Michael Yang, Director of Product Marketing, Lexar. “To maximize the advanced feature set of today’s digital cameras – including video capture at 30 frames per second and high-resolution still image capture settings – consumers need flash memory cards that can write captured data quickly, yet also have enough capacity to store the information created. Our new Platinum II cards are designed to address the needs of those who wish to make the most of new digital devices, including digital cameras and hand-held devices that capture and play images, video, and music.”

Customers purchasing the new Platinum II 4GB CompactFlash card – or other select CompactFlash and Secure Digital™ (SD) cards within the Platinum II family – can also download free of charge a comprehensive software suite that includes the full version of Image Rescue™ 3, the recently introduced edition of the company’s award-winning image recovery software, now featuring an easy-to-use redesigned user interface. Also included is Corel® Snapfire™ Plus SE, an ideal application for users who want to entertain friends and family with stored still images and video. In addition, customers can download free of charge Lexar Backup n Sync™ powered by Sharpcast, a simple-to-use application for automatically backing up cherished images and syncing them across multiple devices and the web.

“The included software suite is significant,” said John Santoro, Senior Product Marketing Manager for software, Lexar. “Out of the box, a Lexar flash card customer has an improved experience because he or she has all the tools necessary to edit, manage, store, and share digital images.”

The Lexar Platinum II flash memory card line-up includes CompactFlash cards in capacities of 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB, Secure Digital (SD) cards in capacities of 1GB and 2GB, and a 4GB Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) card, announced earlier this year, each of which includes the comprehensive software suite. The Platinum II flash memory card line-up also includes Memory Stick PRO Duo cards in capacities of 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB.

Lexar 4GB Platinum II CompactFlash and Lexar 2GB and 4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo cards will be available in late March.

Lexar has announced new SDHC cards in two speed categories; a standard line conforming to SDHC class 2* (Greater than 2MB per second) and Platinum II which is class 6* (Greater than 6MB per second). Both types will be available in 4GB capacity from February with 8GB to follow later in the year.
* Minimum sustained write speed

Press Release:

Lexar Introduces Platinum II and Standard Line Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Flash Memory Cards

Fremont, Ca., January 9th, 2007 – Lexar, a leader in advanced digital media and accessories, announced today that new Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC™) flash memory cards will be available as part of the company’s Platinum II and Standard lines of products. Lexar SDHC cards satisfy market demand for reliable SDHC cards that are ideal for storing and sharing digital images, video, and music and are offered at varying price and performance levels. SDHC cards from both Lexar product lines will be available next month in 4GB capacity, and later this year in 8GB capacity.

“As digital camera resolution continues to increase and capturing video becomes an even greater consumer habit, SDHC cards provide much needed capacity and performance to ensure a superior user experience,” said Michael Yang, director of product marketing, Lexar. “We’re excited about extending two of our popular product lines to include SDHC-format flash cards and we look forward to improving the digital experience of many who have – or will have – SDHC-enabled devices. Within these two product lines, an ideal SDHC flash card now exists for consumers needing varying price and performance specifications.”

Lexar Platinum II SDHC cards will be available next month in 4GB capacity and speed-rated at 60X, capable of a minimum sustained write speed of 9MB per second. (By SDHC specifications, the cards are SDHC Class 6 – providing a minimum sustained write speed of greater than 6MB per second.) Lexar Platinum II SDHC memory cards include the standard edition of Corel® Photo Album™ 6 and a limited lifetime warranty.

Standard Lexar SDHC cards will also be available next month in 4GB capacity. By SDHC specifications, the cards are SDHC Class 2 – providing a minimum sustained write speed of greater than 2MB per second. Standard Lexar SDHC cards include the starter edition of Corel Photo Album 6 and a 5-year limited warranty.

Lexar is providing additional value to both the Platinum II and Standard SDHC flash memory card packages by including an SDHC-enabled card reader that allows for high-speed data transfer from card to destination device.

Lexar Platinum II 4GB SDHC cards and Standard Lexar 4GB SDHC cards will be available in February at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $99.99 and $79.99, respectively.

About SDHC

SDHC cards are based on the Secure Digital Association’s 2.0 specifications, utilizing the FAT32 file system. While the form factor of SDHC cards is identical to that of standard SD cards, SDHC cards are not backwards compatible with standard SD host devices, meaning that SDHC cards cannot be used in standard SD host devices. SDHC cards are specifically designed for use with SDHC-enabled devices, and allow users to leverage the higher capacity offered by the card within those devices.

PMA 2005: Lexar has expanded its Platinum Series cards to include Memory Stick Pro and Secure Digital flash media. The full range of cards, which Lexar says is ideal for digital cameras that capture video and stills, are also now speed rated at 40X, equivalent to a sustained read/write speed of 6MB per second. Lexar Platinum cards are available in capacities of 256 MB, 512MB and 1GB.

Press Release:

Lexar’s Platinum Series Flash Memory Cards Provide Consumers with High-Speed Performance and Superior Reliability


Complete Platinum Series of Cards Now Speed-Rated at 40X, Including Memory Stick PRO and Secure Digital (SD) Formats

ORLANDO, FL, February 20, 2005 (PMA booth #4132) – Lexar Media, Inc. (Nasdaq: LEXR), a world leader in advanced digital media technologies, today announced that the company’s full line of Platinum Series flash memory cards are speed-rated at 40X, equivalent to a minimum sustained data read and write speed capability of 6MB per second, and provide consumers with superior performance. Available in recently updated, contemporary packaging designed to drive consumer interest at retail sales locations worldwide, Lexar’s Platinum Series now includes Memory Stick PRO™ and Secure Digital™ (SD) flash media formats as well as CompactFlash®.

“Our Platinum Series is perfect for many new digital cameras that capture video in addition to traditional still images,” said Dave Klenske, director of product marketing, Lexar. “The Lexar Platinum cards can keep up with a camera’s video record mode and the benefit to the consumer is that he or she can keep capturing content. We’re in lock-step with the consumer market by widening the family to include speed-rated Memory Stick PRO and SD, and both popular formats nicely complement our existing CompactFlash cards.”

Lexar’s Platinum Series products are now available in redesigned product packaging, including new flash memory card boxes and card labels. The new packaging has an appealing, highly visual look and feel that is consistent with Lexar’s new corporate identity, and will stand out in retail environments. In addition to clearly communicating the media card format, the new packaging offers a highly visible solution for identifying varying memory card capacities.

Lexar’s Platinum Series includes a wide variety of flash memory card formats, including CompactFlash, Secure Digital (SD) and Memory Stick. All flash memory cards are available in capacities of 256 MB, 512MB and 1GB.

Lexar’s Platinum Series products include a limited lifetime warranty.

Lexar defines “X” within its speed-rating system as equivalent to a minimum write speed capability of 150 kilobytes per second.


Living Language Japanese, Platinum Edition A complete beginner through advanced course, including coursebooks, audio CDs, online course, app, and eTutor access
Written by Living Language

Package, 256 pages | Living Language | Foreign Language Study – Japanese | $179.00 | February 7, 2012 | 978-0-307-47915-0 (0-307-47915-3)

For over 65 years, millions have learned with Living Language®. Now it’s your turn.
 
Based on the Living Language Method™, Platinum Japanese gives you, the flexibility to fit language learning into your life. You choose where, when, and how you learn.

  
4 BOOKS: 46 lessons, additional review exercises, culture notes, study tips, and an extensive glossary—plus a guide to reading and writing Japanese, including explanations of hiragana, katakana, and kanji symbols. 

• 9 AUDIO CDS: Vocabulary, dialogues, audio exercises, and more—listen with the books or use foe review on the go. 

• SMARTPHONE AND TABLET COMPATIBLE APPS: Vocabulary flashcards, audio conversations, grammar notes, and interactive games all at your fingertips. 

• ONLINE COURSE: Access all of your language content in a rich, interactive experience that allows you to learn at home or wherever you and your laptop go. 

• E-TUTOR: Schedule tutoring sessions and get personal support, answers, and encouragement from language experts at no additional cost. 

• ONLINE COMMUNITY: Practice, share tips, get advice, and receive feedback from language experts, native speakers, and other users.
 

INSIDE THE PACKAGE YOU’LL FIND: The code required to access the Apps, Online Course, e-Tutor, and Online Community. Check out Living Language’s exclusive forums once you’ve registered as a Platinum user.

To learn more visit www.livinglanguage.com.

 
THE LIVING LANGUAGE METHOD™
 
At the core of Platinum Japanese is the Living Language Method™, based on linguistic science, proven techniques, and over 65 years of experience. Our 4-point method teaches you the whole language so you can express yourself, not just recite memorized words or scripts.
 
Build a Foundation
Start speaking Japanese immediately using essential words and phrases.
 
Progress with Confidence
Build on each lesson as you advance to full sentences, then actual conversations.
 
Retain what You’ve Learned
Special recall exercises move your new language from short-term to long-term memory.
 
Achieve Your Goals
Don’t just mimic or memorize. Develop practical language skills to speak in any situation.


Living Language Chinese, Platinum Edition A complete beginner through advanced course, including coursebooks, audio CDs, online course, app, and eTutor access
Written by Living Language

Package, 368 pages | Living Language | Foreign Language Study – Chinese | $179.00 | October 18, 2011 | 978-0-307-47913-6 (0-307-47913-7)

For over 65 years, millions have learned with Living Language®. Now it’s your turn.
 
Based on the Living Language Method™, Platinum Chinese gives you the flexibility to fit language learning into your life. You choose where, when, and how you learn.

  
4 BOOKS: 46 lessons, additional review exercises, culture notes, an extensive    glossary, and a grammar summary—plus a complete guide to Chinese characters. 

• 9 AUDIO CDS: Vocabulary, dialogues, audio exercises, and more—listen with the books or use for review on the go. 

• SMARTPHONE AND TABLET COMPATIBLE APPS: Vocabulary flashcards, audio conversations, grammar notes, and interactive games all at your fingertips. 

• ONLINE COURSE: Access all of your language content in a rich, interactive experience that allows you to learn at home or wherever you and your laptop go. 

• E-TUTOR: Schedule tutoring sessions and get personal support, answers, and encouragement from language experts at no additional cost. 

• ONLINE COMMUNITY: Practice, share tips, get advice, and receive feedback from language experts, native speakers, and other users.
 

INSIDE THE PACKAGE YOU’LL FIND: The code required to access the Apps, Online Course, e-Tutor, and Online Community. Check out Living Language’s exclusive forums once you’ve registered as a Platinum user.

To learn more visit www.livinglanguage.com.

 
THE LIVING LANGUAGE METHOD™
 
At the core of Platinum Chinese is the Living Language Method™, based on linguistic science, proven techniques, and over 65 years of experience. Our 4-point method teaches you the whole language so you can express yourself, not just recite memorized words or scripts.
 
Build a Foundation
Start speaking Chinese immediately using essential words and phrases.
 
Progress with Confidence
Build on each lesson as you advance to full sentences, then actual conversations.
 
Retain what You’ve Learned
Special recall exercises move your new language from short-term to long-term memory.
 
Achieve Your Goals
Don’t just mimic or memorize. Develop practical language skills to speak in any situation.


Living Language French, Platinum Edition A complete beginner through advanced course, including coursebooks, audio CDs, online course, app, and eTutor access
Written by Living Language

Package, 416 pages | Living Language | Foreign Language Study – French | $179.00 | August 9, 2011 | 978-0-307-47909-9 (0-307-47909-9)

For over 65 years, millions have learned with Living Language®. Now it’s your turn.
 
Based on the Living Language Method™, Platinum French gives you, the flexibility to fit language learning into your life. You choose where, when, and how you learn.

  
• 3 BOOKS: 46 lessons, additional review exercises, culture notes, an extensive    glossary, and a grammar summary—plus a bonus notebook. 

• 9 AUDIO CDS: Vocabulary, dialogues, audio exercises, and more—listen with the books or use foe review on the go. 

• SMARTPHONE AND TABLET COMPATIBLE APPS: Vocabulary flashcards, audio conversations, grammar notes, and interactive games all at your fingertips. 

• ONLINE COURSE: Access all of your language content in a rich, interactive experience that allows you to learn at home or wherever you and your laptop go. 

• E-TUTOR: Schedule tutoring sessions and get personal support, answers, and encouragement from language experts at no additional cost. 

• ONLINE COMMUNITY: Practice, share tips, get advice, and receive feedback from language experts, native speakers, and other users.
 

INSIDE THE PACKAGE YOU’LL FIND: The code required to access the Apps, Online Course, e-Tutor, and Online Community. Check out Living Language’s exclusive forums once you’ve registered as a Platinum user.

To learn more visit www.livinglanguage.com.

 
THE LIVING LANGUAGE METHOD™
 
At the core of Platinum French is the Living Language Method™, based on linguistic science, proven techniques, and over 65 years of experience. Our 4-point method teaches you the whole language so you can express yourself, not just recite memorized words or scripts.
 
Build a Foundation
Start speaking French immediately using essential words and phrases.
 
Progress with Confidence
Build on each lesson as you advance to full sentences, then actual conversations.
 
Retain what You’ve Learned
Special recall exercises move your new language from short-term to long-term memory.
 
Achieve Your Goals
Don’t just mimic or memorize. Develop practical language skills to speak in any situation.
 


Living Language German, Platinum Edition A complete beginner through advanced course, including coursebooks, audio CDs, online course, app, and eTutor access
Written by Living Language

Package, 288 pages | Living Language | Foreign Language Study – German | $179.00 | August 9, 2011 | 978-0-307-47910-5 (0-307-47910-2)

For over 65 years, millions have learned with Living Language®. Now it’s your turn.
 
Based on the Living Language Method™, Platinum German gives you, the flexibility to fit language learning into your life. You choose where, when, and how you learn.
 

• 3 BOOKS: 46 lessons, additional review exercises, culture notes, an extensive glossary, and a grammar summary—plus a bonus notebook. 

• 9 AUDIO CDS: Vocabulary, dialogues, audio exercises, and more—listen with the books or use foe review on the go. 

• SMARTPHONE AND TABLET COMPATIBLE APPS: Vocabulary flashcards, audio conversations, grammar notes, and interactive games all at your fingertips. 

• ONLINE COURSE: Access all of your language content in a rich, interactive experience that allows you to learn at home or wherever you and your laptop go. 

• E-TUTOR: Schedule tutoring sessions and get personal support, answers, and encouragement from language experts at no additional cost. 

• ONLINE COMMUNITY: Practice, share tips, get advice, and receive feedback from language experts, native speakers, and other users.
 

INSIDE THE PACKAGE YOU’LL FIND: The code required to access the Apps, Online Course, e-Tutor, and Online Community. Check out Living Language’s exclusive forums once you’ve registered as a Platinum user.
 
To learn more visit www.livinglanguage.com.
 

 
THE LIVING LANGUAGE METHOD™
 
At the core of Platinum German is the Living Language Method™, based on linguistic science, proven techniques, and over 65 years of experience. Our 4-point method teaches you the whole language so you can express yourself, not just recite memorized words or scripts.
 
Build a Foundation
Start speaking German immediately using essential words and phrases.
 
Progress with Confidence
Build on each lesson as you advance to full sentences, then actual conversations.
 
Retain what You’ve Learned
Special recall exercises move your new language from short-term to long-term memory.
 
Achieve Your Goals
Don’t just mimic or memorize. Develop practical language skills to speak in any situation.
 


Living Language Italian, Platinum Edition A complete beginner through advanced course, including coursebooks, audio CDs, online course, app, and eTutor access
Written by Living Language

Package, 352 pages | Living Language | Foreign Language Study – Italian | $179.00 | August 9, 2011 | 978-0-307-47911-2 (0-307-47911-0)

For over 65 years, millions have learned with Living Language®. Now it’s your turn.
 
Based on the Living Language Method™, Platinum Italian gives you, the flexibility to fit language learning into your life. You choose where, when, and how you learn.
  
• 3 BOOKS: 46 lessons, additional review exercises, culture notes, an extensive glossary, and a grammar summary—plus a bonus notebook. 

• 9 AUDIO CDS: Vocabulary, dialogues, audio exercises, and more—listen with the books or use foe review on the go. 

• SMART PHONE AND TABLET COMPATIBLE APPS: Vocabulary flashcards, audio conversations, grammar notes, and interactive games all at your fingertips. 

• ONLINE COURSE: Access all of your language content in a rich, interactive experience that allows you to learn at home or wherever you and your laptop go. 

• E-TUTOR: Schedule tutoring sessions and get personal support, answers, and encouragement from language experts at no additional cost. 

• ONLINE COMMUNITY: Practice, share tips, get advice, and receive feedback from language experts, native speakers, and other users.
 

INSIDE THE PACKAGE YOU’LL FIND: The code required to access the Apps, Online Course, e-Tutor, and Online Community. Check out Living Language’s exclusive forums once you’ve registered as a Platinum user.
 
To learn more visit www.livinglanguage.com.
 
 

THE LIVING LANGUAGE METHOD™

 
At the core of Platinum Italian is the Living Language Method™, based on linguistic science, proven techniques, and over 65 years of experience. Our 4-point method teaches you the whole language so you can express yourself, not just recite memorized words or scripts.
 
Build a Foundation
Start speaking Italian immediately using essential words and phrases.
 
Progress with Confidence
Build on each lesson as you advance to full sentences, then actual conversations.
 
Retain what You’ve Learned
Special recall exercises move your new language from short-term to long-term memory.
 
Achieve Your Goals
Don’t just mimic or memorize. Develop practical language skills to speak in any situation.

Filed under: Jewelry, Video

Celebrity Weddings and Event Planner, Robert C. Smith
of Laurel Events, recommends to his clientsWhy you should choose platinum over gold when shopping for a wedding ring. that they look at platinum when looking at wedding bands (see above video).

“It is so durable, it is heavy, it has a weight to it, it is not something that is too feminine, so it is an obvious choice for grooms,” he says. “I really recommend that the bride and groom wear the same material.”

Smith also urges couples to take the time to go to a good jeweler well in advance of their wedding date. “Look ahead of time, don’t rush, and choose platinum and you will be great every time,” he says. “Don’t wait until the last minute to pick your ring. It is one of the most important decisions you are going to make. So get out there, educate yourself and find out what platinum is all about.”

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Filed under: Jewelry, Video

How to clean and store diamond jewelryEven a small amount of grease or oil can dramatically dull the brilliance of your diamonds. This is why it is important to clean your diamond jewelry regularly, advises Philip Press, president and chief executive officer of Renaissance Platinum (see video below).

“I find the easiest way is to either use a specialized jewerly cleaner or a straight clear, ammonia,” says Press. “Let the piece of jewelry soak in the solution for an hour or more. Use an old toothbrush and clean the sides and bottom of the diamond and then rinse it very well under hot water. Don’t be afraid of over cleaning your diamonds.” Be sure to be gentle with the brush, however, as diamonds can become loose from their settings if they are treated roughly.

A few words of warning: Jewelry should not be cleaned in or near the sink. If there is no better location for the cleaning, be sure the plug is in, to avoid the jewelry going down the drain.

Also, it is very important that you to store your diamond jewelry separately, such as in individual compartments or pouches so they do not touch other gemstones. “Because a diamond can scratch another diamond,” advises Press. “It is even more important to keep your diamond jewelry separated from your other gemstone jewelry because diamonds will certainly scratch other gemstones.”

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LuxistHow to Clean and Store Diamond Jewelry (with video) originally appeared on Luxist on Wed, 02 Mar 2011 09:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Celebrity Weddings and Event Planner, Robert C. Smith
of Laurel Events, recommends to his clientsWhy you should choose platinum over gold when shopping for a wedding ring. that they look at platinum when looking at wedding bands (see above video).

“It is so durable, it is heavy, it has a weight to it, it is not something that is too feminine, so it is an obvious choice for grooms,” he says. “I really recommend that the bride and groom wear the same material.”

Smith also urges couples to take the time to go to a good jeweler well in advance of their wedding date. “Look ahead of time, don’t rush, and choose platinum and you will be great every time,” he says. “Don’t wait until the last minute to pick your ring. It is one of the most important decisions you are going to make. So get out there, educate yourself and find out what platinum is all about.”

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LuxistWhy Choose Platinum When Shopping for a Wedding Band? (video) originally appeared on Luxist on Sat, 05 Mar 2011 18:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In recent years more and more people have been buying Christmas presents for their dogs and cats. But our loyal companions have mostly been ignored when it comes to Valentine’s Day. That doesn’t seem quite fair. After all, we love our furry friends. Why not give them a little treat?

Enter, Platinum Pets, a company based in Valencia, California that is a manufacturer of eco-friendly, designer products for your pets. The company specializes in unique finishes that bring a new fashion and sparkle to collars, leashes and bowls. The high-gloss finish is durable and dishwasher safe. The products are manufactured in the USA. They are FDA compliant and E.U. certified to be completely food safe and do not contain any toxic chemicals.

Today we are giving away two gifts from Platinum Pets and we are asking you to choose–pamper the pup or coddle the kitty. For dog lovers we are giving away one nylon leash. The leash with a black nylon handle is argon welded, chrome plated and powder coated. Like all Platinum Pets products it is available in a variety of colors. It sells for $19.95 and comes in four thicknesses to suit all sizes of dogs. For cat lovers we are offering one embossed eight-ounce bowl for cats (complete with fishes decoration). It has a skid stop rubber base to hold the bowl in place and is eco-friendly powder coated and will never rust or chip. It is super easy to clean and dishwasher safe. The bowl is available in eight fashion colors and sells for $6.00. To enter the contest just leave a comment below letting us know which item you would like to win.

* To enter, leave a confirmed comment below.
* The comment must be left and confirmed before February 9, 2011 at 5:00pm Eastern Time.
* You may only enter once.
* Two winners will be selected in a random drawing and notified by email.
* One winner will a nylon leash from Platinum Pets valued at $19.95. One winner will receive an eight-ounce bowl for cats valued at $6.00.
* Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia.

See full giveaway rules here.

This contest is now closed. Thank you for your participation.

LuxistLuxist Giveaway: Platinum Pets For Dogs and Cats originally appeared on Luxist on Thu, 03 Feb 2011 10:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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