Vudu starts streaming movies to the iPad, chooses the web app route

Walmart Brings VUDU's Movie Streaming Service to iPad
More than 20,000 blockbusters, Hollywood classics and independent films can be
instantly streamed through VUDU.com on iPad

SANTA CLARA, Calif. and BENTONVILLE, Ark. – (Aug. 10, 2011) – Walmart announced today the
launch of VUDU for the iPad. VUDU, a leading subscription-free, video-on-demand movie service and
wholly owned subsidiary of Walmart stores, has optimized the navigation experience of VUDU.com to
enable millions of iPad owners to rent or buy entertainment content and then stream it easily through any
iPad browser.

Beginning today, iPad users can go to VUDU.com and browse through VUDU's entertainment content
library, which includes more than 20,000 blockbusters, Hollywood classics, independent films and TV
episodes, then rent or purchase and watch them instantly. For one touch access to VUDU, customers
can add a VUDU icon to their iPad desktops by clicking the "Add to Home Screen" button when on
VUDU.com.

"At Walmart, one of our key priorities is to provide one continuous experience for our customers to
interact with our brand - whether that is in stores, online or from their mobile devices," said Edward
Lichty, general manager, VUDU. "VUDU's launch on the iPad plays into that vision as we're committed
to offering the VUDU experience on as many devices as possible so customers can shop for and access
their favorite movies and TV shows however they want, whenever they want."

Movies purchased and/or rented on the iPad can also be viewed on Walmart.com/VUDU, VUDU.com
or on any VUDU-enabled consumer electronics device. VUDU is currently available on more than 300
consumer electronics devices including Internet-capable HDTVs, Blu-ray Disc players and the PlayStation
3 - more than any other pay-per-view service.
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About VUDU
A leader in HD streaming, VUDU offers the world's largest online selection of HD movies, including
thousands of blockbusters, Hollywood classics and indies available in stunning HDX 1080p with Dolby
Digital Plus 5.1 surround sound. Movies are available the same day they are released on DVD or Blu-ray,
and can be rented or purchased without a subscription. VUDU is available on Internet-capable HDTVs
and Blu-ray Disc players from FUNAI Electronics (Magnavox, Sylvania), LG Electronics, Mitsubishi
Digital Electronics, Panasonic, Philips, Samsung, SANYO, Sharp, Sony, Toshiba and VIZIO, and on
the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system from Sony. VUDU is a wholly owned subsidiary
of Walmart Stores, Inc., and is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA. For more information, visit http://
www.vudu.com/.

About Walmart
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT) serves customers and members more than 200 million times per
week at over 9,200 retail units under 69 different banners in 28 countries. With fiscal year 2011 sales
of $419 billion, Walmart employs 2.1 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in
sustainability, corporate philanthropy and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart

can be found by visiting http://walmartstores.com and on Twitter at http://twitter.com/walmart. Online
merchandise sales are available at http://www.walmart.com and http://www.samsclub.com.

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Scosche myTrek sends workout vitals to your iPhone, starts shipping now for $130 (video)

Scosche Announces Availability of the myTREK Pulse Monitor and App for iPhone and iPod touch

Comfortable myTREK eliminates need for bulky chest strap

Oxnard, CA – August 9, 2011 – Scosche Industries, award-winning innovator of consumer technology, is excited to announcethe availability of the highly anticipated Scosche myTREK pulse monitor and app for iPhone and iPod touch. The Scosche myTREK, an International CES Innovations 2011 Design and Engineering Awards Honoree, allows users track their pulse, calories burned, distance, speed, pace, store past workouts and much more.

"At 24 Hour Fitness, we know that fitness tools can be very useful in helping people achieve their goals; whether it's to lose weight, run a faster marathon or to get healthier," said Bill Quinn, senior vice president of merchandising, 24 Hour Fitness. "We are excited to be a Scosche launch partner for the new myTREK pulse monitor and offer our members another option to support them with their fitness journey."

"Scosche has long been the most popular consumer electronics brand sold in 24 Hour Fitness gyms and on their website," said Kas Alves, Executive Vice President of Scosche Industries. "We were thrilled when they agreed to carry the myTREK pulse monitor in 286 24 Hour Fitness locations across the country."

After pairing the Scosche myTREK with an iPhone or iPod touch users are prompted to download the free accompanying app. Once the app is downloaded the myTREK is ready to go and users can begin tracking their pulse.

The myTREK utilizes two LEDs combined with a photo sensor to detect minute changes in the user's blood pressure to accurately measure pulse. A built-in accelerometer allows the myTREK to adjust for movement during exercise from the user's heartbeat allowing for an extremely accurate measurement of pulse and calories burned.

Users can personalize their workouts by selecting their type of activity, target training zone and type of workout. A male or female voice prompt updates the user's progress in real time letting them know how close they are to accomplishing their goals or if they have moved outside their desired target heart rate zone.

Work out data is then stored on the device and can be viewed in the app's calendar to see what days the user worked out and what was accomplished during each individual workout.

The myTREK's comfortable arm-strap design fits over the muscular portion of the user's forearm and provides convenient track and volume control. A lithium ion battery provides 5 hours of continuous workout time before the myTREK needs to be charged with the included USB cable. The myTREK ships with small, medium and large sized armbands to ensure the perfect fit.

The Scosche myTREK is available now at Apple retails stores, 24hourfitness.com, 24-Hour Fitness gyms and Scosche.com for $129.99 and is coming to Target, Apple.com and Verizon Wireless stores soon.

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