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Consumer Electronics Daily News Wednesday, January 4, 2017 4 8 JABRA CHOOSES COMPLY FOAM TIPS FOR HIGH-TECH, SPECIAL-EDITION HEADPHONES When Jabra needed precision-engineered foam tips to accessorize its latest inven- tion – next-generation wireless sports headphones – Jabra chose the Isolation Series of Comply™ Foam Tips from Hearing Components, Inc. The new Jabra Sports Pulse and Jabra Sports Coach Special Edition head- phones also mark two new world first's in the sports audio sector for Jabra. Besides offering quality calls, music for motivation and intelligent in-ear coach- ing to help enhance training effective- ness, the Jabra Special Editions come with automatic repetition counting and VO2 max testing. Jabra includes the Isolation Series tips as the standard foam tips for the spe- cial editions, because of their superior quality, noise blocking capabilities and comfort. Using proprietary memory foam technology, Comply premium tips are body-heat activated to conform to the unique shape of an individual's ear canals. This dynamic, custom fit stays put, while sealing in all frequencies for a fuller sound. Plus, the breathable memo- ry foam provides all-day comfort by eliminating the in-ear irritation and fatigue often associated with traditional silicone tips. In addition, the Isolation Series keeps the earbuds securely in place throughout even the most rigorous workouts. "Being selected by one of the world's most renowned headphone makers is an honor – and a testament to the superior performance of our technology," said Steve Trinter, Director of Sales and Marketing for Hearing Components. "We're eager to share the advantages our foam tips with even more people – includ- ing Jabra loyalists – around the world." Calum MacDougall, Senior Vice President at Jabra, said, "I'm really excit- ed that Jabra now brings to market a range of innovative headphones with better sound, more options for a perfect fit and a host of world-first sports fea- tures. Jabra Sport Coach and Pulse Special Editions are evidence of our commitment to lead in the field of intelli- gent sound solutions." For a complete list of Comply Foam tips retailers, visit www.complyfoam .com/authorized-retailers. For more information about the Comply foam tips and the full line of Comply products, visit www.comply foam.com. For more information on the new Jabra Sport Pulse Special Edition and Jabra Sport Coach Special Edition, visit www.jabra.com/sports-headphones. About Comply Foam Hearing Components, manufacturer of Comply products, was founded in 1990 to identify and create unique, innovative foam solutions that enhance and protect hearing. The U.S. National Institute of Health has awarded several grants to Hearing Components to study the ear and mechanics of hearing, with the intent to improve and protect hearing. Comply technology is used in con- sumer electronic products; military, secu- rity, law enforcement and industrial com- munication devices; audiology devices; commercial aviation communication devices; and for critical communication and/or noise isolation in high-noise envi- ronments. Comply is an R&D company focus- ing on dramatically improving the physi- cal connection between a person's per- sonal audio and ears. With more than 20 years of clinical in-ear experience, and Ph.D-level knowledge of and expertise in biochemistry and comfort-focused sound technology, Comply has improved the quality of listening. About Jabra Jabra is a leading international developer and manufacturer of a broad range of communications and sound solutions committed to let people hear more, do more and be more than they ever thought possible. The consumer and business divisions of Jabra markets corded and wireless headsets, plus mobile and in- office speakerphones that empower indi- viduals and businesses through increased freedom of movement, comfort and func- tionality. Jabra is the brand of GN Audio, a subsidiary of GN. As part of the GN group Jabra has a reputation for innova- tion, reliability and ease of use that goes back almost 150 years. GN operates in more than 90 countries across the world, has more than 5,000 employees and is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen. For more information, visit www.comply foam.com or www.jabra.com. OPCOM FARM MAKES INDOOR GARDENING AS EASY AS PLANT, PICK & PLATE OPCOMLink USA announced its OPCOM Farm indoor gardening sys- tems, which enables anyone to easily grow their favorite vegetables, herbs, sprouts and fruits inside their homes, year-round. The GrowBox and GrowWall mod- els couple OPCOM's soil-free, hydro- ponic growing technology with propri- etary color LED lighting tuned for opti- mal plant growth. These next generation indoor gardens enable 25 percent faster growth cycles, and eliminate the chal- lenges of weeding, pests and weather normally associated with outdoor gar- dening. GrowBox, a tabletop system incor- porating four multi-wavelength LED lamps, is able to grow up to 50 plants at a time. GrowWall offers a space-saving vertical design with advanced LED tubes that support up to 75 plants displayed on five different levels. Both models use approximately 90 percent less water than traditional outdoor gardening, offering an environmentally friendly way to grow. "Our gardening systems combine advanced lighting, water management and horticulture know-how, making it easy and fun to grow produce that is even fresher than farm-to-table; we call it Farm-on-Table," said Rajeev Mishra, Vice President and General Manager of OPCOMLink USA. "Given the overall concerns around eating safe and healthy fruits and vegetables, OPCOM Farm offers customers convenient and afford- able solutions to personally grow clean and fresh food the entire year." The GrowBox and GrowWall are priced at $499 and $599 respectively. The GrowBox is available at opcomfarm.com and Amazon. "You don't have to be a gardener to enjoy our products," Mishra says. "We are finding a lot of interest among urban dwellers, conscious consumers looking for pesticide free and non-GMO produce, and parents wanting to nurture an interest in their kids for healthy eating. It's also a great option for seniors and others who would like to garden without the physical toll." Given their impressive water conser- vation and zero carbon footprint, such systems are considered a highly sustain- able way to grow. "Hydroponics is the future of farming and food production," Mishra maintains, "and OPCOM is com- mitted to being at the forefront of this revolution." About OPCOM OPCOMLink USA Inc., based in Costa Mesa, California, is OPCOM's regional sales and marketing headquarters for the Americas. The company was established in 2014 to introduce advanced imaging and lighting technologies in products that help people achieve smart, healthy and simple lifestyles. OPCOM is a global tech- nology pioneer of advanced imaging and lighting solutions, delivering breakthrough technologies and quality products to the world's top brands for over 20 years. For more information, visit www .opcomfarm.com. TANVAS NAMED ONE OF THE 'BEST ENTREPRENEURIAL COMPANIES IN AMERICA' Tanvas, the company redefining touch for the touchscreen, was recently recog- nized as one of the "Best Entrepreneurial Companies in America" by Entrepreneur magazine's Entrepreneur 360TM List, the most comprehensive analysis of pri- vate companies in America. Based on this study forged by Entrepreneur, Tanvas is recognized as a well-rounded company that has mastered a balance of impact, innovation, growth and leader- ship. "Tanvas was founded by serial entrepreneurs and our small team is comprised of surface haptic innovators, startup veterans and experienced builders," said Greg Topel, Chief Executive Officer of Tanvas. "This recognition is welcome feedback that we're on the right track, especially in the run-up to our widespread unveiling at CES 2017. The good news is, we're just getting started!" "Our annual evaluation offers a 360- degree analysis of the current private- business landscape," explains Lisa Murray, Chief Insights Officer of Entrepreneur Media, Inc. "Top perform- ers are determined by how well-rounded they are in these four key operative areas. Entrepreneurship is a complex endeavor – this listing recognizes those who have mastered the challenge and are thriving this year." TanvasTouch technology emerged from the Neuroscience and Robotics Lab (NxR) at Northwestern University. Co- founders Ed Colgate and Michael Peshkin pioneered a new branch of sur- face haptics that brings real-time control of the forces acting between a fingertip and the touch surfaces. From automotive, gaming and visual impairment to retail, advertising and the arts, the potential applications for TanvasTouch are limit- less. Honorees were identified based on the results from a comprehensive study of independently-owned companies, using a proprietary algorithm and other advanced analytics. The algorithm was built on a balanced scorecard designed to measure four metrics reflecting major pillars of entrepreneurship – innovation, growth, leadership and impact. About Tanvas Tanvas is redefining touch by enabling you to feel what you see on any touch- screen. Despite advances in graphics, sound and vibration, today's touch- screen is a still just a static window to the digital world. Tanvas uses surface haptics to add a new dimension of interaction that goes beyond the buzz of vibration and brings unlimited tex- tures and feelings to flat, physical sur- faces. TanvasTouch can be built into any touch-enabled product across a wide range of applications including automotive, retail, consumer electron- ics, visually impaired and custom dis- plays. Founded in 2011 by haptics pio- neers Ed Colgate and Michael Peshkin, Tanvas is headquartered in Chicago and received a Chicago Innovation Award in 2015. Visit www.tanvas.co to learn more.