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CHELMSFORD, MA (MARKET WIRE) Zeemote(TM), Inc. (http://www.zeemote.com), the makers of intelligent wireless controllers for mobile devices, announced the forthcoming availability of the Zeemote SDK (software development kit) for BlackBerry(R) smartphones from Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ: RIMM) (TSX: RIM), which includes the BlackBerry(R) Curve(TM) and the BlackBerry(R) Pearl(TM) series smartphones. The Zeemote SDK will allow BlackBerry developers to create mobile games that are compatible with Zeemote's award-winning JS1 Controller, a wireless, analog joystick for mobile phones that connects via Bluetooth(R).

SANTA CLARA, CA (MARKET WIRE) Data Robotics, Inc. today announced that since opening up its storage platform to third-party developers in July 2008, 20 DroboApps have been developed or ported for use with the award-winning Drobo and DroboShare. DroboApps enable customers to interact with their Drobo and DroboShare in exciting and novel ways that everyone from typical home users to Linux enthusiasts will appreciate. DroboApps opens up a world of possibilities including iTunes(TM) music server, UPnP and DLNA media streaming, BitTorrent(TM) downloading, FTP and Web server functionality and remote access via the Yoics(TM)

FORT COLLINS, CO (MARKET WIRE) Sleek, slim-fit protection from OtterBox now available for HP iPAQ 110 and 210 models. These semi-rugged Defender(TM) Series cases, OtterBox 1913 for the 210 and OtterBox 1914 for the 110, safeguard devices from scratches, drops and dirt. With complete access to navigation features, buttons, sync/charge and SD/CF slot, these cases provide functionality and mobility, even in harsh environments.

SALT LAKE CITY, UT (MARKET WIRE) Fonix Speech, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Fonix(R) Corporation (OTCBB: FNIX) specializing in embedded speech interfaces for mobile devices, handheld electronic products, video game systems and processors, sells Fonix iSpeak(TM) for the Apple iPhone(TM). Fonix iSpeak is gaining user acceptability as a productive, safe, hands free voice interface to the iPhone. Many states and countries require hands free use of mobile devices -- Fonix iSpeak makes compliance much more safe and easy. Used with the Apple ear buds, Fonix iSpeak allows hands free use in the noisy environment of the car.

ENGLEWOOD, CO (MARKET WIRE) TeleTech Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTEC), one of the largest and most geographically diverse global providers of business process outsourcing (BPO) solutions, today announced that a leading healthcare provider has selected TeleTech to support its open enrollment program for Medicare Part D coverage for the fourth year in a row.

ANDOVER MA (MARKET WIRE) Pixtronix, Inc., a private venture-backed developer of innovative multimedia display technologies, today announced the appointment of Tony Zona as Chief Executive Officer and Kris Sahlstrom as Vice president of Manufacturing. With the addition of these proven executives, Pixtronix prepares for the next phase of growth in the development and manufacturing of its display technologies.

WINDHAM, NH (MARKET WIRE) Today, Contour design, Inc. began shipping the latest version of its flagship product, the Contour, sometimes called the "PerFit" -- for PERfect FIT -- Mouse.