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Educomp, Zeebo Inc. Launch First Wireless Educational Platform Educomp Solutions Limited and Zeebo Inc. announced the proposed formation of a new joint venture in India and shared their plans to introduce a version of Zeebo’s 3G-connected education and entertainment system for the 2011 Indian market. Zeebo India will be a joint venture of Zeebo Inc., a Qualcomm funded company, Educomp and Lakshya Digital, India’s largest interactive content development studio. Together, the three companies will tailor Zeebo’s technology and develop relevant content for use by Indian school going children, both at home and in the classroom. “This partnership will enable us to provide a wide variety of new content and services for education, distance learning and interaction among Indian children, parents and teachers,” said John F. Rizzo, president and CEO, Zeebo Inc.
Dell launches printers in India Dell recently announced the launch of printers in India, introducing a comprehensive range of printing devices for home offices, small and medium businesses and workgroups. Dell’s single and multifunction printer lineup is engineered to reduce total cost of print by providing increased product reliability with comprehensive warranty and maintenance coverage. The range of printers being launched include the 1250C, the world’s smallest single-function A4 color laser-class printer and a host of monochrome printers including the multifunction 1133 and singlefunction printers - 2230d, 1130, 1130n, 2330d, 2330dn. Designed exclusively to meet the needs of small and medium organizations and small workgroups of large businesses worldwide, the single function and multi-function devices deliver outstanding print quality, fast printouts and optimal energy efficiency without compromising affordability. Offering lower initial printer procurement costs and lower operational costs over time, these award-winning, reliable products provide improved printer output capacity and one of the best standard warranties in the business.
Edutech launches “iGNITE” mobile science labs for CBSE curriculum Edutech- a leading educational solutions company has launched Mobile Science Labs for CBSE curriculum. Developed on the Spark science system from PASCO Inc, a world leader in datalogging systems for science education, it comes packed with more than 75 experiments that are aligned to CBSE curriculum. The iGNITE Science Learning System is a
fully integrated science solution, providing students a portable hand-held device for anytime, anywhere science discovery. With a large full-colour touch screen and sensors, the iGNITE Science Learning System was specifically designed with collaborative learning in mind — the entire student group can actively participate in the learning process. The system comes with preloaded content for more than 75 experiments that provide discovery- based lab activities, incorporating science content, data collection and analysis, and assessments.
Hitachi Launches LCD Projector for Education, Corporate Users Hitachi Digital Media Group has released a new LCD projector called the iPJAW250N. The projector provides complete interactive feature and all the advantages of the latest Ultimate Short Throw series. The LCD projector combines the Hitachi Starboard Soft Duo software to provide full interactive experience on a flat surface. It includes an integrated sensor that works by utilizing ultrasonic and infrared waves. The projector delivers a brightness of 2500 lm with a WXGA resolution and a contrast ratio of 2000:1. In addition, the iPJ-AW250N fulfills the interactive requirements of education and corporate users. The iPJ-AW250N provides ease of installation and operation and offers enhanced performance in any environment. It comes with an easily installable wall mount that creates fine adjustments and accurate setup. In addition, the LCD projector comprises a Hitachi Perfect Fit that includes an eight-point adjustment with four sides and corners.
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TCCS, QAI Partner to Bring Customized Trainings for the BPO/ITeS Industryto India TCCS (The Call Centre School), the Tennessee based premier organization dedicated to the professional development of individuals in the call center industry has announced its advent into India in partnership with QAI, a global workforce development and consulting organisation. TCCS and QAI will offer a comprehensive curriculum of certifications and training programs to cater to the needs of all personnel in the call centre industry in India. These training programs can be delivered in instructor-led mode via public seminars or private on-site programs. The gamut of offerings from TCCS cover the skill development and capability enhancement of all professionals starting from the frontline track through the supervisory up to the leadership position. Some of these trainings and certifications include the Certified BPO Customer Service Professional, Certified Transaction Monitoring and Coaching, Certified People Management Professional, Certified Workforce Planning Professional, Certified Operations Manager.