store.gem.co.uk Dec/Jan 2013
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Transcend StoreJet 35T3 is a well-made, and fast drive
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Transcend SSD320 is an excellent product, which ticks all the boxes
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Recommended Award – ePhtoZine
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Transcend Ultimate SDHC UHS-I performs quickly
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CONTENTS 05 EDITOR’S COMMENT
Faye Le Duc reviews this month’s activity at Gem
06 WE WANT ONE
The next level of note taking is here with Livescribe’s new Smartpen
07 GEM NEWS
Gem launches new online exclusive deals
09 NEW TO US
The Future introduces XtremeMac, the newest partner to join Gem
11 Q&A
Gems newly appointed Head of E-Tail Sales answers this month’s Q&A
15 TRANSCEND
Good memories start here. Read more about new memory products available from Gem
17 MICROSOFT
Chat, see & listen with Microsoft’s range of Skype certified products
19 MCAFEE
Ready for 2013, McAfee make it safe to browse online without a worry
21 LOGITECH
G-series gaming gear as well as seasonal promotions on selected items from Logitech
29 PLANTRONICS
Give a GameCom gift with Plantronics perfect bundles for any gamer
31 UBISOFT
Ubisoft present their diverse line up to support the launch of Wii U
33 ZONE OF THE ENDER
Konami’s Classic mech warrior shooter series gets a HD makeover
35 GRID 2
GRID revs back onto the track with its anticipated sequel from Codemasters
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Dragon Remote Microphone app turns your iPhone and Android device into a wireless microphone
A gift to talk about Dragon is the perfect gift for those who need to get more done at home, work and on the go. Whether it’s dictating, editing and formatting documents, spreadsheets and presentations, posting to Facebook and Twitter or sending emails and instant messages; Dragon enables diary and schedule management plus a whole lot more all by using voice recognition. Up to 3 times faster than typing. Up to 99% accurate. Stock it now and make someone's day, month and year 100% productive.
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For more information on the Nuance range, contact your Gem account manager on 01279 822822 or visit store.gem.co.uk
COMEDITOR’S editor’s comment
Welcome to Gem’s very last issue of 2012, and what a year it’s been! The last 12 months have been a positively eventful year here at Gem. We’ve welcomed an abundance of new vendors including gaming publisher THQ, memory giants Transcend, audio specialists TDK, Vibe and Damson, peripherals manufacturers Trust as well as streaming innovators ROKU, to name but a few. It’s been a tough year for retail and the channel so the variety and expansion of Gem’s service offering has been imperative to supporting our customers. As well as launching our corporate website, the functionality of our online store has improved dramatically to maximise the efficiency for our customers who prefer to browse and shop online, as well as adding new online exclusive deals.
Faye Le Duc PR & Marketing Manager
Our Xbox campaign has been a tremendous success. It’s the longest running promotional campaign Gem has ever launched for Indies with new deals and exclusive offers on accessories, games and Xbox LIVE available every week to ensure that our customers are displaying the best possible range of Xbox products throughout the Christmas period. Gem Creative has gone from strength to strength during 2012. The demand for cost-effective in store display solutions and high quality designs (be it for print advertising, online banners or packaging and POS) has increased ten-fold and it’s been highly rewarding to add projects commissioned by some of the industry’s largest brands to the portfolio. It’s been a remarkable year for Future magazine too; since the re-design in February the number of readers has tripled and we’ve had a significant increase in the number of people now reading the magazine online via our press centre. Gem also now has a social networking presence to be proud of; with 360 Facebook and over 500 Twitter followers, our social media sites have become an important tool for communicating with our partners and will continue to grow throughout 2013. I have no doubt that 2013 is going to be another evolving year for the business, with our new sales structure and ever growing services, I’m excited to see what the next 12 months has to offer!
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Wishing you a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year.
Faye Managing Editor Faye Le Duc
Publisher Gem Creative
Editorial Assistant Brendan Adams
Gem Distribution Ltd St. George House, Parkway Harlow Business Park, Harlow, Essex, CM19 5QF
Web Executive Peter Cox Design Sophie Hammond Amber-sky Watts Gaming Editor Kristan Reed
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Head of Marketing Katie Rawlings
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we want one
The new Livescribe Sky Bringing handwritten words, ideas and notes to life Livescribe is already a well-established and recognised brand of Smartpens, and their new range Sky seamlessly blends online storage and streaming technology together with the dynamic features of their Smartpens, creating a truly practical and modern solution to recording audio, drawings and handwritten notes. Equipped with an infra-red camera, speaker, micro USB jack, microphone, internal flash memory and removable ball-point ink cartridge, the Sky Smartpen is an incredible piece of kit that customers can use to transform handwritten and spoken information into a digital format. The term Smartpen doesn’t do Livescribe’s Sky justice as it really is a state-of-the-art piece of technology. Using paper printed with tiny microdots on, the device precisely tracks every pen stroke and ‘button press’ made by the user. If customers choose to record audio, it’s indexed alongside the notes made from that moment in time, and can then be played back by simply tapping on written notes with the Smartpen. The Livescribe Sky uses the built in Wi-Fi to instantly transfer recorded data onto the web based service Evernote. Customers will also receive an additional 500mb of monthly storage to the Evernote service free with Livescribe Sky. Customers can then access an interactive version of the notes wherever they are, using a computer, smartphone or tablet. The notes can then be accessed, searched through, whilst audio and handwritten notes can also be converted into to text. Files can then be easily shared with others by email or other online services. Livescribe has released a software development kit for Sky, allowing developers and the creative community to produce applications for the Smartpen, providing even more utilities and functions for customers to use. Livescribe Sky is available in 3 SKUs differing in storage size a 2GB, 4GB and premium 8GB version (which also includes a Smartpen portfolio and One-Year Subscription to Evernote Premium).
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EDITOR’S gem news
Gem News Gem introduce online exclusive deals
Take a walk in Gem’s Winter Wonderland
New outstanding offers and great savings available every week
Two weeks, ten vendors, hundreds of exclusive deals
As part of a wider campaign to support the independent channel throughout peak and beyond, Gem has introduced new online deals, exclusive to customers shopping online with new offers introduced every week. The deals encompass a variety of product categories supplied by Gem, from must-have gaming accessories to premium consumer electronics.
Gem’s Christmas promotion is back and this year is set to be bigger than ever before. From the 3rd to the 14th December, Gem will play host to ten of their vendors, each offering a range of outstanding offers to allow Gem’s loyal customers to stock their shelves with great products at competitive prices in time for the last minute Christmas rush and into the January Sales.
With an advanced search function and competitive online pricing, the website enables Gem’s customers to browse and buy products directly online. The introduction of online exclusive offers will allow our trade partners to boost their shopping carts with great savings and enjoy the additional margin opportunities they create. Paul Langley, Leisure Software Divisional Manager at Gem, is positive that the online exclusive deals will
strengthen Gem’s offering whilst giving something back to the channel. He comments Operating in such a price sensitive channel, it is imperative that Gem offers the best in class service to our independent account base whilst remaining competitive. The online exclusive deals will allow our customers to utilise Gem’s comprehensive online store to quickly view and buy products online at reduced pricing for a limited time only, increasing the profitability and their ability to compete with other high street stores. Stocking the latest and greatest games from Gem? Head to store.gem.co.uk to view the trailers, download the assets and place your orders today.
Vendors include Corel, Guillemot, Kaspersky, Logitech, Mad Catz, Microsoft, Pinnacle, Roxio, Take 2 and Ubisoft each with their own assortment of offers, bundles and promotions created exclusively for Gem and available for one day only. To keep up to date with the deals available from our participating vendors, contact your Gem account manager and sign up for our e-newsletters.
Gem announces new sales management team Revised structure reflects changes within the market Gem has welcomed a number of new faces to the business this year, and with a new strategy in place to ensure their continued growth, the organisation has responded with a refreshed sales management structure to stay ahead of the competition and keep pace with the needs of their customers.
Darren Houghton UK general manager, will remain fully responsible for the sales, purchasing and marketing functions within the Gem Group of companies (UK specific) with the heads of sales reporting to him as follows:
Neil Willerton now moves into head of grocery sales, for accounts such as Tescos, Sainsbury’s, Asda, Morrisons, Waitrose, Co-op and other key grocery accounts.
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UK General Manager Darren Houghton comments With the complex and diverse nature of our customers’ multi-channel strategies it is vital that we develop even closer relationships in order to fully understand every nuance of their businesses and capitalise on every joint opportunity.
Rene Battenburg has been promoted to head of retail sales for accounts such as DSG, Argos, WH Smith, Comet and HMV.
Colin Pelley has been appointed as head of etail sales, having full account responsibility for Amazon, whilst overseeing the strategic development for Gem’s online accounts.
The new flatter management structure includes appointed ‘Heads of Sales’ for each channel, which will allow for a far more intimate and detailed relationship to be created between the customer and Gem.
Paul Langley will continue serving as divisional manager for Gem’s dedicated Xbox, Leisure and Business teams.
Jo Gillman is head of Gem Design & Sourcing. By creating the GDS Division, Gem can now harness its expertise in Far East product sourcing, design and manufacturing, to work closely with key customers on delivering a range of quality own-brand products.
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Solutions with style
Thin Folio Carbon Fiber Premium Folio Case with Multi-angle Stand for your iPad® Device The Thin Folio is a premium portfolio case that offers a sophisticated and stylish protection to securely hold your device in place and avoid scratches.
SRP: £40.99
Chargers, cases and audio accessories from XtremeMac Sportwrap™
Micro Folio Denim Blue
Vintage Sleeve
Lightweight Neoprene Sport Band for new iPhone® 5 and iPod® touch (5th gen) device
Premium Denim Folio Case wtih Multi-angle Stand for Your iPad® mini
A distinctive, “retro” sleeve for unique protection and portability for your iPad®
XtremeMac’s Sportwrap™ is a high performance lightweight armband designed for the active user. Providing protection while keeping your device securely in place and safe from moisture.
XtremeMac’s Micro Folio is an ultra-thin folio style case that combines a protective solid back cover with soft bi-folding front cover in rugged denim fabric.
The XtremeMac™ Vintage Sleeve makes storing, carrying and accessing your iPad easier than ever. Its snap closure keeps your tablet secure while the pull out tab makes it easy to access your device.
SRP: £35.99
SRP: £26.99
SRP: £22.99
For more information on XtremeMac, contact your Gem account manager on 01279 822822 or go online at store.gem.co.uk
new to us
to find out more about XtremeMac
The ultimate Apple accessories partner ®
Founded in 2001, the same year Apple introduced the first iPod® device, XtremeMac provides innovative solutions to protect, power and play Apple products. The brand’s award winning cases, speaker docks and charging solutions incorporate leading edge design and advanced technology to enhance the customer experience with Apple products. First to market with a bold range of Apple iPad® Mini cases, XtremeMac pride themselves on staying ahead of Apple’s launches, ensuring that accessories are available for every new device on the market. Gem is delighted to welcome XtremeMac on board and is confident that, with the excellent range of fashionable, durable accessories available, they can heavily grow their market share in the UK. Anthony Haworth, Purchasing Director for Gem Distribution comments “Partnering with a dedicated and approved Apple accessories brand is exciting news for both Gem and our customers. Working closely with Apple ensures XtremeMac stays in touch with the latest developments offering a great range of audio & accessory products, with a pipeline of products to further strengthen the offering in the near future”.
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Give the ultimate Xbox gift this Christmas
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Q&A
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Colin Pelley
Gem’s Head of E-Tail Sales answers this month’s Q&A As a veteran of Gem managing the Amazon business for many years, what changes have you seen in the last 3 years? More than ever, focus has moved towards great service levels and commitment from account management. With the volume of products available on the market, our customers require an outstanding level of product knowledge across a wide pricing matrix in order to give consumers a competitive selection at various price points. As newly appointed Head of E-Tail Sales, what new opportunities do you predict for 2013? With the launch of Windows 8, I foresee some great peripheral products coming into the market with great functionality to utilise the new technology. This along with the rise of tablets should make for an interesting year for retail.
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What did you want to be when you grew up? Goal Keeper for West Ham (still do). Describe yourself in 3 words… Loyal, hardworking, dedicated. If you were to host the ‘ultimate’ dinner party, who would you invite? Ollie Read, Paulo Di Canio, Bobby Moore, Winston Churchill, AL Pacino. A few drinks down that lot and it would make for an interesting night…
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WINTER WONDERLAND 3RD TO 14TH DECEMBER 10 days of exclusive promotions available only from Gem store.gem.co.uk/winterwonderland
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GOOD MEMORIES START HERE
Gem sign memory giant Transcend Following the announcement in last month’s Future magazine, Gem is delighted to introduce the next major organisation to sign with the distributor; not only adding a well-known brand to their portfolio but offering a new category of products for supply to the channel. Transcend is a customer driven company who focus their efforts on providing the highest quality memory products with attentive after sales service and support, that ensures total customer satisfaction.
It is this commitment to excellence, coupled with Gem’s exceptional relationships with their extensive retail partners, which ensures a recipe for success. Gem are now stocking the complete range of Transcend products from Flash Drives to Digital Photo Frames and everything in between. Here we take a look at some of the categories available from Gem today.
to find out more about Transcend
Transcend ®
Transcend ®
In a market that demands a wide and varied array of products, whether that’s convenience, style, security or performance, Transcend USB flash drives have an impressive range that delivers in all categories.
Whether it’s a memory solution for a video camera, digital photography or mobile device, Transcend has a range of memory cards to meet the demands of the customer. Choices of SD, CompactFlash and MMC cards provide a diverse selection in a variety of storage sizes and transfers speeds.
USB Flash Drives
Tech junkies will be blown away by the performance of the ultra-quick JetFlash 760. Providing advanced USB 3.0 technology, it allows customers to transfer, store and share large files at lightning fast speed. Customers don’t have to be secret agents to want premium security with top of the range encryption for their data, but they will certainly look like one with drives like the JetFlash 220 with built-in fingerprint recognition and encryption technology used by the U.S government. The suitably named rugged series meets rigorous U.S military drop tests. This incredibly resistant USB drive is splash, shock and dust proof. If a customer prefers something that is a bit more fashionable Transcend, offers extremely attractive designs from sophisticated and embellished metal finishes to sleek and modern patterns with laser etching.
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Memory Cards
SDHC Memory cards are available in a class rating system which dictates read and write speeds. Ranging from Class 2 being standard rates, to Class 10 being ultra-high speed, there’s affordable and there’s premium, like the SDHC Class 10 UHS-I. This first rate SD card combines the already impressive Class 10 specification with the performance boost of UHS-I helping unleash the full potential to cameras, perfect for consecutive shooting and smooth high definition video recording. MicroSDHC cards are one of the most common mobile memory cards and with Transcend offering storage sizes from 1GB to 32GB it makes it easy to expand the memory of a device to the customers needs.
For more information on the Transcend range, contact your Gem account manager on 01279 822822 or visit store.gem.co.uk
Transcend ®
Transcend ®
The U.S Military standard shock resistance stamp isn’t just limited to Transcend USB drives, their 25H2P, 25H3P, 25M and 25M3 Portable series external hard drives get graced with this prestigious qualification using three stages of protection.
Also known as SSD, with no moving parts they are incredibly quiet and offer a reliable and energy-efficient option for data storage. They are more durable and also have a lower access time and latency providing very quick start-up times.
External Hard Drives
The first layer is a vibration-absorbing silicone outer shell, the second is a reinforced outer case and the final and third is the internals of the drive fitted with dampers. Despite this heavy duty protection the drives certainly don’t hurt the eye they are styled with vibrant colours and smooth clean lines. Transcend External Hard Drive’s feature contemporary styling like the 25C mirror finish Reddot Design Award winner 2009 and the sleek black durable 25A3 with up to 1TP storage space, that’s up to 200 DVD movies! The External series have models like the 35T3 with a one touch auto-backup feature if you need piece of mind it’s a button press away, a power-saving sleep mode to conserve energy and a whopping 2 TB for all your storage need with performance of USB 3.0.
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Solid State Drives
Due to the performance advantages SSD have gone from being the space saving storage option used for Ultrabook’s and Laptop’s, to the weapon of choice for serious system builders, premium iMacs and desktop PCs. Transcends offer both internal and portable options. The internal series of SSD comes in 1.8” SATA, 2.5” SATA or 2.5” PATA drives, with up to 128GB of storage space. SATA models, fully support the TRIM command, a feature which marks data in the drive that’s no longer being used so can be removed. The portable model, the SSD18C3 USB 3.0 Portable SSD, shows the advantages of SSD over HDD with three times faster speed than even the fastest USB 3.0 portable Hard Disk Drives.
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Everyday Basics from Microsoft
Call your Gem account manager for more details on the Microsoft Hardware collection on 01279 822822
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Skype certified peripherals Chat, see and listen with Microsoft’s premium video and audio products Microsoft ®
LifeCam HD-3000 Recording and transmitting video in smooth 720p at up to 30 frames per second, the LifeCam HD-3000 allows customers to enjoy video calls in stunning high definition. As well as a video, the camera can also be used to take stills up to 4 megapixels. Using TrueColor technology, the lighting automatically adjusts the exposure to best suit the environment, ensuring the best possible colour and contrast. The visual quality is matched with crystal clear audio from its built-in Omni directional noise cancelling microphone. This high-end but low-priced webcam works with multiple messaging clients including Windows Live Messenger, Yahoo!, AOL instant Messenger and Skype. Customers can get started on their very own video projects using the camera with software like Windows Live Movie Maker then upload their creations into Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and other video hosting websites to share with the world. Webcode T3H-00012 SRP £29.99
Microsoft ®
LifeChat LX-3000 Whether your customers want to chat, listen to music or game, the LifeChat LX-3000 allows them to enjoy immersive high quality digital sound. The headset provides an easy way for customers to get started with their calls and includes functional tools like Audio Switching that automatically* pauses music making it easier to answer voice calls. Using a USB connection it’s quick and straightforward to get the headset connected and leatherette ear pads provide a stylish look while remaining comfortable. The microphone transmits audio with clarity using its built-in noise cancelling technology, blocking out any background noise. The headset also features in-line controls that allow the customer to quickly adjust the volume without having to bring up any onscreen menus. Certified for Skype this digital headset offers premium quality at an affordable price. Webcode JUG-00014 SRP £24.99 * Pauses audio in iTunes® and Windows Media Player. Other application behaviour may vary.
Microsoft ®
LifeCam Cinema HD The LifeCam Cinema features a solid aluminium body, tipped with a silver ring, making it beautifully stylish while remaining light weight and durable. The camera also provides 720p resolution in 16:9 widescreen for an immersive ‘cinema quality’ feel, delivering vibrant footage with TrueColor, Auto Focus and ClearFrame technology the camera is still precise and focused even in low light conditions. The flexible stand makes it easy to attach to laptop screens, flat panels and traditional monitors by bending and folding to suit the angle of the customer’s device. Included with the camera, is software featuring options to tweak the resolution, volume, brightness, contrast, hue, saturation, white balance and exposure. The LifeCam Cinema is a high-end webcam that gives the customer the flexibility to be used in multiple ways, while retaining a quality video feed. Webcode H5D-00014 SRP £69.99
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CONNECT WITH CONFIDENCE The McAfee‘s 2013 range provides the next-generation of system security. Your customers can enjoy the benefits of connecting, surfing, and shopping online, wherever and on whatever device they are using, safe in the knowledge that they are always protected. McAfee live and breathe digital protection, relentlessly working to provide seamless, real time security so you don’t have to worry. Every second of every day, they focus on one thing: keeping the digital world safe, so your customers can enjoy their online adventure with confidence.
Essential
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McAfee AntiVirus Plus 2013
McAfee Internet Security 2013
Webcode: MAV13UMR3RAA SRP: £44.99
Webcode: MIS13UMR3RAA SRP: £49.99
McAfee Antivirus Plus provides the freedom to shop, surf, and socialise on a PC, as well as giving your customers the peace of mind knowing they’re protected from serious risks.
McAfee Internet Security gives your customers the confidence to roam the Internet safe in the knowledge that real-time antivirus, anti-malware, spam filters, advanced parental controls and firewall are all watching their backs.
One product delivers complete anti-virus, anti-malware and firewall protection—all built-in to keep consumers safe.
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For more information on the McAfee range, contact your Gem account manager on 01279 822822 or visit store.gem.co.uk
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ANTIVIRUS PLUS 2013 PROMO OFFER UNTIL 21ST DEC 2012 WHILE STOCKS LAST TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLY
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McAfee All Access 2013 Individual
Webcode: MTP13UMR3RAA SRP: £59.99
Webcode: AAI13UMR1RAA SRP: £69.99
McAfee Total Protection makes sure your customers digital lives are protected so they don’t have to worry about any threats to their security. They’ll be covered with real-time anti-virus, anti-malware, spam filters, firewall and parental controls.
McAfee All Access offers unlimited protection for all the customers’ devices, enabling customers to experience the freedom of connecting from anywhere while keeping their personal information personal and digital content preserved securely.
On top of that there’s protection against identity theft, risks in social media, and hacking of a PC. It’s more than total protection, it’s total peace of mind.
Using the cloud service customers can easily manage and monitor protection on all their devices and also quickly add new devices when they get them.
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LOGITECH G-SERIES. THE GEAR THAT GETS YOU THERE
Logitech速 G710+ Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
Logitech速 G600 MMO Gaming Mouse
Webcode: 920-004539
Webcode: Black - 910-002866 White - 910-002873
For more information on the Logitech G-Series range contact your Gem account manager today on 01279 822822 or visit store.gem.co.uk
Stocking fillers from Logitech Perfect seasonal gifts at special promotional pricing Logitech®
Bluetooth Speaker Adaptor Using online music services is now the most popular way to buy music, storing songs directly onto a computer or mobile device. Bluetooth technology allows devices to connect wirelessly and stream information like music between devices meaning there’s no more need to plug and unplug cables. Great but what if customers have a premium or favourite sound system without Bluetooth or wireless functionality? The Logitech Wireless Speaker Adapter is specially designed for speakers without wireless compatibility, connecting via a standard RCA cable or 3.5mm jack it provides Bluetooth functionality to the sound system. Customers can then connect devices using Bluetooth and stream their music and other audio from a PC, smartphone, tablet or any compatible device. Logitech includes software to make the set-up incredibly simple to configure the adapter with devices. The adapter has a contemporarily and elegant style, and is also compact so it can be discreetly hidden it or proudly displayed. Webcode 980-000543
Logitech®
Wireless Mouse M515 Designed to work on fabrics, the M515 allows customers to use the mouse on blankets, carpet and cushions as well as conventional surfaces. Cleverly designed, the bottom of the mouse is sealed to prevent fabric from getting caught in the sensor. With an ambidextrous shape and ergonomic design the mouse is comfortable in either hand. At a click of a button the scroll speed can be adjusted from ultra-responsive, to a more traditional scrolling speed with its Hyper-Fast scrolling feature. One of the most unique features is the hand activation feature, only activating the mouse when the customer is touching it, this improves the battery life of this product which can last up to 2 years. The mouse also features a nano-USB receiver with Logitech’s Unifying technology. This allows multiple devices to connect to a single receiver, freeing up USB slots. The M515 delivers customers an extremely functional mouse, while continuing to be precise on almost any surface. Webcode 910-002095 - Blue 910-001843 - Silver
Logitech®
Wireless Speaker Z515 The Z515 provides a superb solution to customers wanting a quality set of speakers that can be positioned and moved at liberty, without being restricted by wires. Connections to the speaker can be made using the wireless adapter via USB on a computer, or paired to compatible devices using Bluetooth. The Dual 2 inch drivers fill the room with crisp clear sound and punchy bass. Designed with portability in mind, a rechargeable battery powers the speaker for up to 10 hours and Logitech include a soft travel case so the speaker is protected with on the move. Mobile devices like a laptop, iPad or iPhone can connect to the speaker from an impressive 15 meters away, allowing customers to move freely while staying connected. Webcode 980-000428
For more information about pricing contact your Gem account manager on 01279 822822 or visit store.gem.co.uk TO BUY ONLINE store.gem.co.uk
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Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 delivers the essential security elements for a PC system. The installation has been made incredibly easy, with a web installer and automatic product activation it’s quick and simple to get protected. Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 runs in the background and frequently updates definitions so the protection is as comprehensive as possible without effecting performance. To make sure consumers are safe, websites are automatically scanned alerting users about phishing scams or malicious content before entering.
Kaspersky Internet Security 2013 provides complete and total protection for PC users. It includes all the features available on Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013, but goes a lot further with the right tools to protect vital data. Features like Secure Keyboard, which is automatically activated to prevent key logging and Safe Money which verifies that websites are genuine and have security certificates to avoid fakes, Internet Security 2013 makes purchasing from an online store or making transactions on internet banking sites safe and secure.
Safety checks are performed instantly on files and websites to deal with treats in real-time, but treats don’t just come from websites, exploits in popular applications are a common way for a computer to become infected or attacked. Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 scans and controls the actions of programs with vulnerabilities to prevent a compromise. With Free technical support via phone, email or live chat, getting help for whatever reason won’t be a taxing ordeal and if a computer does become infected beyond use there’s an extremely useful rescue CD that cleans your system.
Kaspersky Internet Security 2013 leads an effective assault on spam with its enhanced Anti-Spam feature, facilitating reliable spam detection as well as reporting on unwanted mail and most importantly, keeping the inboxes clear of junk. One of the most important concerns for a parent is the safety of their child; using the Parental Control module parents can take responsibility and determine what category of websites should be checked to prevent access to undesirable content. Kaspersky Internet Security 2013 is an all-rounder benefiting from premium features like the 2 way firewall and network attack blocker, surfing online is a comforting experience with the knowledge that the system’s secure.
Anti-Virus 2013
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Internet Security 2013
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IRIS, Practical, Professional
Capture, Scan and Convert with IRIS peripherals and software IRISNotes™Executive 2 IRISNotes Executive 2 is an intelligent digital pen that captures customers hand written notes on any kind of paper. Using a receiver placed on the document customers are ready to write anywhere. The cordless and USB rechargeable IRISNotes sends its recorded drawings, notes and graphs directly to the customers iPhones or iPad. The captured content can then then be shared instantly through email. It will also allow photos and pictures taken on their iPhone or iPad to be written and drawn on, these files can then be shared on social sites like Facebook and Flicker with just a few clicks. Customers can then easily manage their captured notes at home by directly transferring them on to a PC or Mac via the USB connection or using the free IRISNotes app from their iPhone or iPad. Notes can also be converted into editable office text which can be exported to Outlook, Word or Notepad. Webcode 457489 SRP £149.00
IRIScan™Book 2 The IRIScan Book 2 is a portable scanner that works by sliding across books, documents and magazines with an A4 format. This impressive device means there’s no need to tear out a page to make a copy. It produces high resolution scans in 300 or 600 dpi, and in colour or monochrome. With storage space of up to 32GB via a MicroSD and powered by 2 x AA batteries, all this can be done without the need to be connected to the PC. Included in the box is the Readiris Pro 12 suite compatible with PC and Mac. This state of the art OCR software allows scanned documents containing printed text to be converted in to editable office documents. It also provides PDF’s tools, including PDF conversion into editable office documents and creates fully indexed and hyper-compressed PDF files, ideal for archiving and sharing. Webcode 457368 SRP £99.00
IRIScan™Express 3 The IRIScan Express 3 is small multi-purpose colour scanner providing individuals and businesses a perfect time saving solution to scanning and converting documents, receipts, photos, and business cards into digital formats. Using a USB cable, it’s quick to get connected with no external power needed and scans documents up to 3 times faster than IRIScan Express 2. It also features 2 customizable buttons to automate frequent scanning tasks. The light weight and compact scanner is designed for portability, easily fitting into a laptop case and is ready to be taken anywhere. Also featuring the powerful OCR software Readiris Pro 12, customers can convert their documents, images and PDF’s into editable and indexed text which can then be converted into more than 30 different formats including Word, Excel, Acrobat, TXT, HTML and many more, making it simple for customers to get organised. Webcode 457484 SRP £99.00
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Roku to feature
SKY NOW TV
The popular streaming device introduces Sky’s new internet movie and TV service
Chances are you have started to hear big things about the little box called Roku, but if you haven’t Roku is the leading internet streaming platform in the U.S. Earlier this year the device made its way across the pond and partnered with Gem as their exclusive UK distributor. Providing customer’s access to online streaming services without the need for a PC, Roku makes it easy to enjoy great films and TV programmes, live sports, music, games instantly from a television. Already supporting great services like BBC iPlayer, and Netflix, it continues to develop its progressive range of features. Roku is expanding their list of services even further with the announcement that NOW TV will be available on the device in December. Sky’s new internet service NOW TV gives customers access to hundreds of films from the UK’s most popular movie subscription service Sky movies. With over 600 different movies on demand, up to 5 exclusive new Sky Movie premieres each week and over 1000 movies available through the Sky store, the service is incredibly diverse and extensive in its offerings. NOW TV is set to continue growing its selection of content with plans to introduce Sky Sports by the end of the year, giving users access to live action from the Barclays Premier League, the UEFA Champions League, England international cricket test matches, the Masters and much more. The introduction of Sky Sports will be followed by must see shows from Sky entertainment channels such as Sky 1, Sky Atlantic, Sky Arts and Sky Living, including home-grown drama, original comedy and US shows.
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With no minimum contract, customers can access Sky Movies at the cost of just £15 per month. New customers can trial the service for 30 days and cancel at any time. If they decide to continue and sign up before 22nd of January 2013 they will automatically get the introductory offer of £8.99 a month for the next 3 months. This exciting new service delivers even more choice to customers using Roku. Roku also recently announced an impressive update for their mobile app. The Roku mobile app allows a customer’s mobile phone or tablet to become a remote control and media streaming service to the Roku box. Users can share their music and photos to their television, compatible with MP3, M4A, JPG and PNG file formats. User images can be made into a slide show and also simultaneously viewed while streaming music. Customers can use the app to also control the Roku player, meaning they can quickly replay their favourite movie moments, add and remove channels, enter in text with the keyboard feature, assign names to players and switch between multiple Roku players. The Roku mobile app is available for Android and iOS devices and can be downloaded for free from Google Play or the iTunes App Store, available for both the Roku LT and Roku 2 XS streaming players. Gem is extremely excited to see the continued and rapid progress of this device and the dynamic facilities it offers. The Roku player is a simple solution to streaming internet services on a customer’s television, to find out more call your Gem account manager today.
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ROKU ® LT
ROKU ® 2 XS
The LT offers an inexpensive way to enjoy the freedom of streaming with almost any TV at 720p HD clarity. With built in wireless and 100’s of channels to choose from, the ROKU LT is the best way to view hundreds of your favourite movies with Sky’s new NOW TV service, Netflix, Crackle and more.
The ROKU 2 XS delivers a Full HD viewing experience in 1080p for maximum entertainment - whether watching movies or playing games. The Bluetooth remote control features sensors for motion-based game play and game-ready buttons for enhanced gameplay, be-it on the pre-loaded Angry Birds or another streamed game.
The Roku LT offers customers a great way of viewing films, TV shows and live sport from a diverse range of streaming services without the need for a PC, and all for under £50.
For those who can’t get enough, the built-in MicroSD slot provides an additional storage solution for hundreds more games and the additional Ethernet and USB ports delivers constant connection so your customers will never miss out.
Best value in HD streaming
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Gifts for every type of Gamer Plantronics showcase their head-set bundles
GameCom 780 + 1 Game ®
GameCom 307
GameCom 380
Tried and tested, the GameCom 307 pushes the standards of what entry level head-sets should be. Representing a combination of astonishing value with an RRP of under £25, an excellent sound quality, they are perfect for any new or budget conscious gamer unwilling to compromise.
The GameCom 380 delivers a set of elegant headphones at amazing value. The mid-range headsets offer a high quality sound with a crisp mids, tight treble and a deep resonating bass as well as a noise-cancelling microphone. Gamers will never need to take their eyes off the action with all the controls on the headset.
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While the GameCom 307 may not offer the sleek style of the GameCom 380 and 780, they certainly do provide a great set of stereo head phones with a decent microphone that deliver exactly what gamers need to hit the ground running. The GameCom 307 head-set is an absolute bargain and is now bundled with the visually stunning sand-box first person shooter FryCry2. Webcode 85750-16 SRP £24.99
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The GameCom 780 is an incredible stylish and light weight Gaming headset, offering an immersive 7.1 surround sound provided by Dolby Headphone and Pro Logic LLX technology.
The production quality is exceptional and with strong cords it’s built to last. Using a 3.5mm audio and headphone jack it’s compatible with PCs and sound cards. The large pads swivel and fold flat and do an excellent job of isolating external sounds, helping gamers focus on the action where needs to be, without any distractions. Now bundled with the Arcade racing title: Trackmania(2) Canyon.
It has a lengthy 2 metre USB cable and the controls are mounted on the earpiece with options to toggle the surround sound with the touch of a button. The speakers are 40mm studio quality pods delivering a rich punchy sound. Its fold down microphone has built in noise cancelling technology, keeping the voice channel perfectly clear. Long gaming sessions can be enjoyed in comfort with its fitted cushions that also rotate flat on joints when its time for a break or they need to be stored. Now bundled with a choice of 1 game.
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GameCom Commander ®
New to Plantronics, the GameCom Commander is the ultimate gamer’s headset. This serious headset offers maximum comfort throughout marathon gaming sessions. Even when competing in front of crowds of people gamers will always hear and be heard with top of the range noise isolation technology and outstanding sound quality delivered from its 40mm speakers, it’s unrivalled in its field. The Commander has breakaway cords that will detach cables when they’re caught or tangled making it extremely durable and can also prevent damage to corresponding hardware. Featuring a carrying case, customizable headband and Dolby 7.1 surround sound, gamers looking for that competitive edge may look no further.
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Ubisoft showcase their Wii U titles Nintendo gets a diverse line-up from their leading 3rd party publisher
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bisoft have produced a fantastically diverse selection of titles for the launch of Nintendo’s Wii U, helping the console blast onto the market with a strong line-up of games to match its innovative technology. Even from the early stages of the Wii U, Ubisoft have been developing unique features and capabilities for the Wii U console and Wii U GamePad, strongly seating themselves as one the leading third-party publishers.
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Zombi U
Assassin's Creed III
Ubisoft’s multiplatform titles will see functionalities only available to the Wii U, as well as an exclusive title for the platform ‘Zombi U’, which has already made a big impression to gamers at this year’s E3. Zombi U will also be available at launch in a special console and game bundle.
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ZombiU places players in a desperate fight for their lives as they try to evade the slavering undead hordes that roam the streets of London.
One of this year's key action adventure blockbusters promises to be even better on Wii U.
Here we give you around up of the Ubisoft titles available from the launch, and some of the top titles that are coming soon.
With limited ammo and resources, you're left scavenging just to stay alive. But with innovative use of the Wii U's tablet controller, you can scan the environment and stay one step ahead.
Viewed from a first person perspective, Ubisoft Montpellier's latest redefines the survival horror game, with its visceral, life-or-death combination of close quarters melee combat and tense gunplay.
ZombiU provides one of the scariest videogame experiences yet - can you handle it?
Set during the American Revolution era, the latest assassin, Connor, fights through blood-soaked battlefields and crowded city streets, to the perilous wilderness and beyond. Powered by the visually stunning Anvil Next engine, this beautifully realistic title features lethal new skills and weapons, and takes the franchise to the next level. Wii U players will be able to view an overhead map and keep a track of their enemies, switch weapons on the fly and employ touch controls to vary their combos.
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Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2013 Sports Connection
Just Dance 4
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This world leading fitness product helps users set and achieve their goals in an engaging and motivating fashion.
The first multi-sports title for the Wii U features six of the most popular sports worldwide: Soccer, Football, Baseball, Tennis, Golf, and Karting
The world's biggest dance game returns with over 40 new songs, the coolest dances and brand new features.
Billed as a fun new way to connect with family and friends, Sports Connection takes full advantage of the Wii U's new touch screen controller.
The latest version includes innovative modes like the all-new Battle mode, an upgraded Just Sweat mode, and exclusive Wii U features.
Via touch controls, players can control a blitz in football to sack the quarterback or score a curled free kick in soccer. Via gestures, players can swing with precision in golf or hit a home run in baseball. Players can even enjoy five player karting fun, with one on the New Controller, and the rest viewing the action via split-screen on the TV.
For the first time, players will be able to create their own playlists, choose the next song, and write live dedications via the new touchscreen Wii U GamePad.
Featuring 125 different workouts and 215 moves, players can access an array of activities from strength building, to cardio, stretching, or relaxation. Leveraging the unique features of the Wii U, players can create a personalised fitness regime that lasts up to four weeks, tailored to their current fitness level and preferences: set personal goals and workout frequency, get fit and stay motivated. User can also get online and access news feeds, online challenges, leaderboards, achievements and friend competitions.
Not forgetting to mention that players can take pictures and videos of the best moments, and share them with friends, or change the choreography in real time.
Rayman Legends
Marvel Avengers: Battle For Earth
Rabbids Land
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Rayman Legends is the follow-up to last year’s top-rated platformer Rayman Origins, and promises to take full advantage of the Wii U controller.
Time to unleash your inner superhero in the ultimate super hero brawler.
The fiendish Rabbids have decided to take over a beloved amusement park and invade all the attractions!
Featuring 20 different characters including Hulk, Captain America, Thor, and fan favourites, players use motion gameplay to unleash explosive super attacks, devastating special moves, and battle their friends in a wide variety of game modes.
It's chaos - the princess castle, the pirate boat, haunted house, tunnel of love, roller coaster - they've all been taken over, which is definitely a cue to use the Wii U tablet in a host of fun and wacky ways.
Use the Wii U controller’s touch screen to take out enemies or clear paths and use the gyroscope technology to manipulate and rotate platforms on the TV screen. Ubisoft also says it will "bring players innovative multiplayer interactions that go beyond those found in traditional platform games." And thanks to the unique capabilities of the Wii U controller, players can also continue the action even while the television is off.
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The game boasts a variety of compelling modes including Co-op, Campaign, Arcade, Challenges, Versus, and Tournament, and as players work their way through the game, they'll unlock unique outfits and collector cards.
Aim with it, plan moves with it, tilt it, shout at it, watch it, steer it, share it, touch it, draw on it. Once again, the Rabbids are going to make players interact with their console in ways that they probably never imagined.
Presented in an authentic comic book style, players will battle opponents via an enhanced fighting system, using Super Attacks, Velocity Boost, Breaker, or Frenzy to win the day.
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ZONE OF THE ENDERS HD COLLECTION
KONAMI | XBOX 360 & PS3 - £29.99 | 30th November 2012
onami's classic mech shooters get the makeover treatment this month, with the release of the Zone Of The Enders: HD Collection.
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Using the advanced energy sword and projectile weapons of the Frame Jehuty mech, they will do battle in an intensely cinematic campaign to defeat rogue Orbital Frames.
Originally released to massive acclaim on PS2 in 2001 and 2003, the beloved Zone Of The Enders titles captivated gamers with spectacular aerial battles as player pilot a giant mech-robot around a space colony.
During the campaign, the Jehuty's arsenal and abilities grow to allow players to grab and throw enemies, deploy an energy shield, and use booster jets to move quickly and avoid enemy attacks.
The brainchild of legendary Metal Gear Solid designer Hideo Kojima, Zone Of The Enders focuses on the adventures of Leo Stenbuck, an ordinary young boy who becomes an accidental hero when he defends his colony from destruction. In the game, players hop into the cockpit of futuristic fighting mechs and engage in high-flying, nerve-shredding airborne warfare, while traversing a sprawling space colony orbiting Jupiter.
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In the sequel, Zone Of The Enders 2, the stakes are raised further still as the fate of Jupiter and Mars hang in the balance. A host of new gameplay features are included. Exhilarating new manoeuvres enable players to swing around enemies, target and destroy swarms of enemy fighters, tear down walls to use as shields or as a weapon, and even teleport out of danger.
More sub-weapons also support basic attacks and enhance strategic play during combat. With its stylish anime storytelling and high-octane gameplay, the Zone Of The Enders series stands apart from typical third-person shooters, and both titles have been brought bang up-to-date with remastered HD graphics that run at 60 fps. In addition the Zone Of The Enders: HD Collection also features a variety of extras and VR missions that long-term fans of the series will love. For gamers and anime fans alike, Zone Of The Enders: HD Collection is a must, and the addition of a playable demo of Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance merely sweetens the deal even more.
This HD facelift of the first two games etches out the possibilities of a new Zone of the Enders with diamond clarity EUROGAMER
There are moments in each where excellence shines through... Some of the most thrilling and engaging midair combat of this generation and the last GAMESPOT
There’s not been anything like Zone of the Enders since; it’s refreshing and exciting again in the way that’ll make you hungry for another one IGN
A well-produced package that does good by both games MTV
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Features exclusive Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance playable demo Two Kojima classics brought up to date Unique aerial mech shooter
PLAYABLE DEMO
OF METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE INCLUDED Available several months ahead of the game's release, Zone Of The Enders HD Collection features an exclusive playable demo of Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance. Fans of the legendary series will get a sneak peek of Konami's next blockbuster classic, which stars Raiden, one of the playable characters in the 2001 PS2 classic Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty. The big news about the next MGS is the fast-paced 'zan-datsu' sword-fighting combat feature, which allows players to quickly slice through enemies and take parts from the bodies of dismembered cyborgs and robots. The game's 'hunting stealth' gameplay will also emphasise Raiden's speed and agility. Unlike the slow-paced 'waiting stealth' of previous MGS titles, Rising allows players to quickly stalk their enemies and use acrobatic manoeuvres to stay out of sight.
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GRID 2 CODEMASTERS | XBOX 360 & PS3 - £49.99 | PC - £29.99 | Q2 2013
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visuals and jaw-dropping damage" as players test their mettle across three continents in a new, evolving world of motorsport.
Nearly five years on from the release of the BAFTA award-winning classic, GRID 2 invites players to "Be fast, be first and be famous," as they enter the stunning world of elite competitive motorsport.
In the game's deep campaign mode, players will go for fame, fans and fortune as they compete in intense races on licensed real-life circuits, stunning urban streets and twisting mountain roads across three continents.
Players will become immersed in the race thanks to GRID 2's new TrueFeel Handling system, which powers the edge of control exhilaration behind the wheel of every iconic car.
A handpicked selection of iconic cars will be available to choose from that represent the cream of automotive engineering from the last 40 years.
he revved-up sequel to the multi-million selling Race Driver: GRID roars onto the track in Q2 2013, and promises to be a genre-defining racing experience.
Once on the track, gamers will experience realistic, aggressive racing against advanced AI that give no quarter and will push players right to the limit. Codemasters promises that GRID 2 will be its most cinematic driving game yet. Its next generation EGO Game Technology Platform will deliver "genre-defining
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Meanwhile, GRID 2's multiplayer mode will "set the new standard" for multiplayer racing, with all-new modes, a separate progression system, as well as deep integration with RaceNet, the free online extension for Codemasters Racing games. GRID 2 promises to be another Codemasters classic upon its release in Q2 2013. Call your Gem account manager - don't miss out!
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Sequel to the best-selling 2008 original Advanced TrueFeel Handling system Jaw-dropping damage modelling
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CODEMASTERS ON GRID 2
The core design philosophy for GRID 2 is that we treat the race as a character, not a consequence of simply putting cars on tracks. Everything that goes into the game impacts on that second-to-second, in the moment, blockbuster drama – the feel and personality of the race. We’re pushing boundaries once again with what can be accomplished in the genre via new tools, technology and innovations. In single-player, split-screen and online, the next-generation of the EGO Game Technology Platform will power graphics, AI, handling and damage advancements that will immerse players in the racing experience like never before. Like its predecessor, GRID 2 will put the sheer thrill and adrenaline rush of the race at the heart of the experience. It’s what we call Total Race Day Immersion.
CLIVE MOODY, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER, CODEMASTERS
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THE RACE RETURNS
© 2012 The Codemasters Software Company Limited ("Codemasters"). All rights reserved. “GRID”®, "Codemasters"®, “Ego”® and the Codemasters logo are registered trademarks owned by Codemasters. “Codemasters Racing”™ and “RaceNet”™ are trademarks of Codemasters. All other copyrights or trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are being used under license. This game is NOT licensed by or associated with the FIA or any related company. Unauthorized copying, adaptation, rental, lending, re-sale, arcade use, charging for use, broadcast, cable transmission, public performance, distribution or extraction of this product or any trademark or copyright work that forms part of this product is prohibited. Developed and published by Codemasters.
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