store.exertisgem.co.uk | July 2014
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store.exertisgem.co.uk | July 2014
store.exertisgem.co.uk | July 2014 buy online today with Exertis Gem CONTENTS 05 EDITOR'S COMMENT Faye Le Duc introduces the July edition of The Future 06 We Want One The Roku Streaming Stick – The latest slim-line streaming player to join the Roku range 08 NEW TO US British Gas partner with Exertis Gem to supply Hive 09 Q&A Steven Douglass is back in the Indie Team, get to know more in this month’s Q&A 12 E3 ROUND UP Find out what our brands announced at this year’s E3 Expo in LA 14 MICROSOFT SDA Microsoft’s back to school savings – Stock up on this summer’s student must-have essentials 17 LOGITECH Introducing the newest Logitech Bluetooth range that keeps you connected on the go 18 MCAFEE Enjoy the benefits of connecting and surfing, safe in the knowledge that it is always protected, with the latest generation of security software 20 LEAP MOTION Introducing the Leap Motion Controller: A tiny device with huge possibilities 24 TURTLE BEACH Turtle Beach announce a broad line-up of headsets and partnerships for Xbox One, Playstation®4 and PC Platforms 26 XBOX ONE Microsoft deliver a raft of exciting new announcements at this years E3 conference 33 EVOLVE From the makers of Left 4 Dead, comes an exhilarating multiplayer shooter, set in a savage world of man V’s nature 34 UBISOFT Take a look at the next gen games and titles coming soon from Ubisoft. TO BUY ONLINE store.exertisgem.co.uk TEL 01279 822822 FAX 01279 412604 WEB WWW.EXERTISGEM.CO.UK 03 to register for free editor’s comment Editor’s Comment to register for free Welcome to the July issue of Future Magazine! Every year, the E3 expo in LA promises an action packed week of announcements which pave the way of the gaming landscape for the remainder of the year, and this year was no different. With the widest portfolio of global gaming brands ever, this issue has a lot to cover. It was clear that software is the big focus for the platform holders and we’re excited to bring you more information and give you a taste of the things you missed from Microsoft, Turtle Beach, Ubisoft and some of our other brands at this years’ conference. A football fan or not, no one can deny the huge impact the World Cup has had on our lives over the past 3 weeks. The eager anticipation of the glory to come in the weeks leading up to our first game, followed by bitter disappointment as those dreams were shattered. Faye Le Duc Trade Marketing Manager Thankfully Exertis Gem is alleviating the pain by offering customers, partnering brands and employees the opportunity to win over £1000 worth of top prizes including a Toshiba 48” HD TV, an Xbox One and a Polk N1 Soundbar, when they participate in our Exertis Gem World Cup Predictor game. The game has over 280 players all competing for the main prize and it’s tough at the top; the tables turn every single day with no clear winner so it’ll be great to see who does claim the glory on the 13th July. We’ll be announcing the winner via our Social Media portals and contacting you directly if you’ve won. If you haven’t signed up yet, it isn’t too late; join today and your score will be based on an average of the previous games (which is far better than my score!). Visit www.exertisgem.co.uk/worldcup for more info. Exertis Gem is once again a proud sponsor of the infamous GamesAid Golf and Spa Day at the Grove on the 17th July. The event is now in its 7th year and has been a huge success, raising a phenomenal £48,000 last year. I’m keeping my fingers crossed for good weather but either way it will be a blast, enjoy! Faye Managing Editor Faye Le Duc Publisher Exertis Gem Editorial Assistant Gemma English Exertis Gem St. George House, Parkway Harlow Business Park, Harlow, Essex CM19 5QF Design Sophie Hammond Amber-sky Watts Digital Support Peter Cox Gaming Editor Kristan Reed Head of Marketing and Creative Services Katie Rawlings Contact Details Telephone Office: +44 01279 822800 Sales: +44 01279 822822 Facsimile Office: +44 01279 416228 Sales: +44 01279 412604 To place an order please call 01279 822822 between 9am-6pm Monday-Friday, or visit store.exertisgem.co.uk to buy online* To open an account please visit www.exertisgem.co.uk/account or call our new accounts team on 01279 822800. *Trade account required. Printed in the UK by Cadmium Multimedia www.cadmiummultimedia.co.uk buy online today with Exertis Gem TO BUY ONLINE store.exertisgem.co.uk TEL 01279 822822 FAX 01279 412604 WEB WWW.EXERTISGEM.CO.UK 05 we want one buy online today with Exertis Gem Roku Streaming Stick Streaming your favourite channels just got easier The Roku Streaming Stick is the latest Roku Player, offering a convenient ‘USB sized stick’ device that plugs directly into a HDMI port. Bringing the streaming power of Roku to almost any HD television while discreetly fitting into a HDMI port – it’s great for wall mounted TV’s. The Roku Streaming Stick has over 1000 channels and 31,000 movies to choose from and the ability to cast Netflix, YouTube and videos from smartphones or tablets, straight to the television with the Roku App. With its rich, vibrant video streaming, in up to 1080p HD, The Roku Streaming Stick brings the highest quality television experience. The entire household can use the included remote control to access the sleek Roku user interface with shortcuts to movies, TV shows, news, the Roku Channel Store, Roku Search and more. i For more information on Roku, contact your Exertis Gem account manager on 01279 822822 or go online at store.exertisgem.co.uk news Exertis Gem News GamesAid Golf and Spa day returns for its 7th year The Annual Entertainment Industry’s charity event is back The Annual Entertainment Industry Charity Golf & Spa Day returns for its 7th year on Thursday 17th July 2014 in association with Exertis Gem for GamesAid. Once again, The Grove in Watford, the venue of Tiger Woods’ victory in the American Express Championship in 2006, will be the home of the event. Non-golfers can make use of the Grove’s Sequoia Spa amenities, including the indoor pool and fitness facilities exclusively, with at least one hour of treatments. It’s not too late to get involved, if you wish to participate, contact Richard Stickler ([email protected]) for more information. Last year’s event was a huge success, where the efforts of many of the industry’s key companies helped GamesAid raise over £45,000. All proceeds went to children’s charities and worthy causes at home and abroad. to find out more The dLAN® 550 duo+ from devolo Connecting the best together In its smart design, the dLAN® 550 duo+ conceals the most innovative Powerline technology and makes a home network even easier and more multimedia based. The fast transfer rate and powerline speeds of up to 500 Mbps allows your customers to experience entertainment at the highest level. The range+ technology provides an even more stable Internet connection with significantly longer range so your customers can enjoy stability and mobility throughout the home. What’s more, no power socket is lost as the dLAN 550 duo+ comes with an integrated electrical socket. The 2014 itinerary for the event will begin with a shotgun start of 18 holes of golf at the prestigious Grove course, with brunch, golf goodie bags and buggies provided. The golf will then be followed by a three course dinner & awards presentation in the impressive Grove Hotel, finishing with drinks and socialising with industry friends until the early hours. The two Fast Ethernet ports allow the connection of two Internet-compatible devices, so your customer can connect their gaming console and Smart TV to the internet at the same time, through one access point – the dLAN 550 duo+. iT7 Coming soon to Exertis Gem The dLAN 550 duo+ is available to buy today from Exertis Gem. Contact your account manager for more information on the devolo range. Distributor announces exciting new partnership with iT7 Audio We’re delighted to announce an exciting new collaboration with IT7 Audio, to supply a range of high quality audio devices in the UK retail market. iT7 Audio manufacture a growing range of high-quality music devices, including headphones and portable speakers. These premium acoustic products fuse sophisticated design with the latest Bluetooth® technology offering superior sound quality and portability, whilst providing consumers with the freedom to make and receive calls on the move. Perfection in sound reproduction is at the very heart of their philosophy and so each product demonstrates crystal clear sound and delivers breath-taking reproduction. The high quality range includes the iT7x2 Wireless Bluetooth® Headphones with NFC Technology for one touch pairing, the iT7s2 Wireless Sport Headphones, iT7m Bluetooth® Speakers and iT7mx Bluetooth® Speakers – all designed with functionality and sound quality in mind. Launched by Aston Villa legend Ian Taylor last year, the IT7 Audio range has been received well in the UK and is available through selected retail partners. The new partnership with Exertis Gem will expand their presence and support the growth of the brand. buy online today with Exertis Gem TO BUY ONLINE store.exertisgem.co.uk TEL 01279 822822 FAX 01279 412604 WEB WWW.EXERTISGEM.CO.UK 07 new to us to find out more Hive, by British Gas Putting your customers in control of their heating Last month, we announced an exciting collaboration with British Gas, the UK’s leading energy supplier, to distribute Hive Active Heating™. Launched in October 2013, Hive, by British Gas, puts people in control of their energy use and could save households up to £150 a year by allowing them to heat their homes and water only when they need to. Combining previous heating innovation from British Gas with a range of new features, Hive Active Heating™ is a service that lets people control their heating and hot water remotely from a smartphone, tablet, SMS, or via a website. Kassir Hussain, Director of Connected Homes at British Gas, comments: “Already, 80,000 households in the UK are controlling their heating and hot water from their mobile devices with Hive Active Heating, saving up to £150 a year on their energy bills. Based on customer feedback we’ve recently added an optional Geolocation feature – it knows from your smartphone’s location services when you’re on your way home or are heading out, and prompts you to turn the heating off or on. This is what the future looks like, with smart home technology offering customers greater control, convenience and ultimately comfort in their homes.” Exertis Gem are proud to have been selected as one of the only official distributors of Hive, by British Gas. Danielle Barker, Consumer Electronics Category Manager for Exertis Gem, comments “Connected Home technology is a pivotal focus for Exertis Gem. The brands we work with have been carefully selected to best align us to the demands of consumers and, therefore, our customers. Hive, by British Gas, puts the consumer fully in control of their heating offering a smart way to save money on their household bills and we’re extremely excited to have been selected by British Gas to supply what I’m sure will be a very popular product.” i 08 For more information on Hive, contact your Exertis Gem account manager on 01279 822822 or go online at store.exertisgem.co.uk Q&A Q&A Follow Exertis Gem for the latest news & updates Introducing Steven Douglass After several years working in various sales roles at Exertis Gem, Steven Douglass is back to head up the Independent sales team a department he helped set up and manage some seventeen years ago. So, Steven, tell us what you have been doing for the past nine years... I have mainly been working in various business development roles. After leaving the Indies I became a funded head for first Prima and then Microsoft. My primary focus was to launch into various non-traditional areas. Key successes during this time included the opening of trading relationships with accounts such as Marks and Spencers, Next, Boots, CO-OP and several Catalogues who at that time were buying through a different channel. What do you think you can add to the team? We are in a very fortunate position to have exclusive trading agreements with several key Partners including Microsoft Xbox, Take 2, Ubisoft, Roku and Livescribe, and ‘Official Distributor’ status for Turtle Beach. After a few years it was clear that the catalogue business warranted extra focus and so we set up a department dedicated to catalogue sales which is where I have been ever since. It is my aim to ensure that we meet their expectation by maximising sales within the Indie market. In addition we also trade with publishers such as Nintendo, Konami and Square who have an open distribution policy. Has much changed since you were last involved with the Indies? Sadly many of the small chains are no longer trading but I still recognise many accounts that were around when I was last on the department. Full respect to those as it’s an extremely competitive market out there. By focusing on our service levels and relationships I want Exertis Gem to be viewed as the distributor of choice by our customers. As for the team itself there are two account managers, Sarah Champ and Chief Wiggam (Adrian Fairbrother) that were around when I was last involved. In addition Paul Langley works with me on catalogues who was also involved in the initial set up of the Indie department. So when you are not at work, what floats your boat? I am a keen (but not very able these days) Rugby player and currently Captain of the Essex Bishops; an over 35’s invitational team made up of players from several Essex clubs who play matches for charity. We have kind of named ourselves “The Expendables”!! Last year we took part in Ruggerthon where we played 26 half hour matches over four days and raised over 20k for the Injured Players Foundation. We have also merged the Business team into the department and so I am currently swatting up on all things non-gaming! 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New partnership highlights • The first gaming headsets for the PlayStation®4 and Xbox One with DTS Headphone:X 7.1 surround sound • The first gaming headset to provide fully wireless game and chat audio for the Xbox One • The first noise-cancelling headphones for the PlayStation®4 • A Tournament Audio Controller (TAC) with unique advanced features for audio control and broadcast streaming • New additions to an expanding portfolio of PC headsets • An Elite Membership Program which offers exclusive benefits to competitive gamers • A new Heroes of the Storm™ PC gaming headset with swappable speaker plates featuring characters and artwork from the award-winning Warcraft®, Diablo®, and StarCraft® franchises • A sneak preview of the new Turtle Beach Call of Duty®: Advanced Warfare limited edition gaming headsets Turtle Beach Elite 800 Turtle Beach Ear Force Stealth 400 Turtle Beach Ear Force P12 The all new Turtle Beach Elite 800 is the most technologically-advanced wireless gaming headset ever made, setting a new standard for wireless gaming audio. The Ear Force Stealth 400 is a fully wireless stereo headset compatible with PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®3 consoles. The new Ear Force P12 amplified stereo gaming headset provides high-quality digital game and chat audio through a single USB connection for the PlayStation®4. A new lightweight, sleek design provides comfort during long sessions of gameplay or movie marathons. Controls on the ear cup provide quick access to separate game and chat volume, as well as presets for games, movies and music. The P12 incorporates features popular with gamers, including adjustable Bass Boost and Microphone Monitor. An inline amplifier provides easy access to volume controls and microphone mute. Compatible with the PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®3, the Elite 800 utilises DTS Headphone:X 7.1 surround sound and active noise cancellation to create an incredible, immersive audio experience. Both are firsts for console gaming headsets. A completely reimagined preset system allows surround sound modes to be finely tuned for different types of games, movies and music, all manageable from a new mobile app. Dual invisible microphones provide high-quality chat audio and a clean, boom-free look. A low profile magnetic charging stand keeps the Elite 800 charged without cables and the rechargeable battery provides up to 15 hours of playing time. The built-in rechargeable battery provides up to 15 hours of playing time and new high-performance WiFi ensures an interference-free wireless experience. High-performance WiFi ensures an interference-free wireless experience, and Bluetooth connects to mobile devices for phone calls, music and more. SRP £89.99 SRP £249.99 24 New product highlights Acoustically angled, large 50mm Neodymium speakers deliver an immersive audio experience. Swap out the removable microphone for the included mobile cable with inline mic and use the Stealth 400 on the road as a wired headset. Large 50mm speakers deliver a full-range of high-quality audio, from crisp highs to thumping lows. The P12 also disconnects from the in-line amp for use on PS Vita™ and other mobile devices. The P12 will be available globally on July 10th. SRP £44.99 The Ear Force Stealth 500X is a fully wireless surround sound headset for the Xbox One console. Turtle Beach Ear Force Xbox One The Stealth 500X delivers digital audio from the Xbox One’s optical connection, and separate wireless channels for chat and game audio. Utilising immersive DTS Headphone: X 7.1 surround sound and a completely reimagined preset system, players can use surround sound modes that are finely tuned for different types of games, movies and music. The Ear Force Xbox One is a lightweight, comfortable stereo Xbox One gaming headset that is packed full of features. The Xbox One features finely tuned 50mm drivers, multi-step Bass Boost and Microphone Monitor. For example, the game surround sound mode offers presets that have been acoustically tuned for first-person shooter, racing, and sports games. The built-in rechargeable battery provides up to 15 hours of playing time, and new high-performance WiFi ensures an interference-free wireless experience. Xbox One Compatible Headsets Turtle Beach Ear Force Stealth 500X The high-quality flex microphone is removable for use with mobile devices as a headphone. SRP £59.99 Swap out the removable microphone for the included mobile cable and use the Stealth 500X on the road as a wired headset. PC Gaming Headsets SRP £199.99 Turtle Beach Tournament Audio Controller A brand new Tournament Audio Controller (TAC) provides precise, fingertip control over audio so players can adjust their audio mix to match changing game conditions. The Elite Tournament Audio Controller (TAC) is compatible with PlayStation®4, PlayStation®3 and Xbox 360 consoles, as well as PCs and Macs. Dolby AC3 decoding to DTS Headphone:X 7.1 surround sound ensures an immersive, high-quality audio experience. The TAC has a central master volume control knob, a game/chat mix slider, groundbreaking mic controls and ergonomically placed buttons for intuitive control over advanced audio features. Turtle Beach Ear Force Recon 320 Turtle Beach Heroes of the Storm The Ear Force Recon 320 brings surround sound gaming to the PC market at a very competitive price. Amazing Dolby 7.1 Surround Sound allows players to pinpoint enemy locations and hear accurate, immersive surround sound with any type of content. The Heroes of the Storm™ PC Gaming Headset is the ultimate headset for fans of Heroes of the Storm, a new raucous online team brawler that draws iconic characters from more than 20 years of Blizzard gaming history, including the award-winning Warcraft®, Diablo®, and StarCraft® franchises. A new around-the-ear headset design allows for hours of comfort and noise-isolation plus the ability to personalise the Recon 320 with swappable speaker plates. Amplified 50mm Neodymium speakers deliver crisp highs and powerful lows. The new PC gaming headset features swappable speaker plates, so fans can personalise their headset with a unique design featuring their favourite Blizzard heroes. Powerful 50mm speakers deliver all the crisp highs and powerful lows. The Recon 320 uses a single USB connection for PC or a 3.5mm jack on mobile devices. A high-sensitivity microphone on a flexible, removable boom provides loud, clear chat audio. An included mobile cable with in-line mic and multi-function button for mobile controls such as answer call, pause music, and skip track makes the Recon 320 a true mobile headset as well. In-line controls provide easy access to volume and microphone mute. Breathable, around-the-ear cushions are optimised for noise isolation and comfort during long play sessions. A fully adjustable, high-sensitivity microphone on a removable boom provides loud, clear chat audio. ™ SRP £69.99 PC Gaming Headset Summary The Heroes of the Storm and Recon 320 gaming headsets will join Turtle Beach’s growing PC gaming portfolio, which includes three models introduced in 2013 - the surround sound Z SEVEN wired and Z300 wireless headsets, the stereo Z22 wired headset, and the soon to be released Z60 which TO BUY ONLINE store.exertisgem.co.uk is the first PC gaming headset with DTS Headphone:X 7.1 channel surround sound and large, 60mm neodymium speaker drivers. These new headsets will contribute to Turtle Beach’s efforts to increase the company’s share of the PC gaming headset market. TEL 01279 822822 FAX 01279 412604 WEB WWW.EXERTISGEM.CO.UK 25 Microsoft E3 roundup It was all about the games at this year’s E3 showcase event, and Microsoft delivered a raft of exciting new announcements and updates on upcoming titles. Here’s the pick of the bunch… NOT OFFICIAL ARTWORK Fable Legends Killer Іnstinct: Season 2 Project Spark Xbox One Release date: TBC 2015 Xbox One Release date: Autumn 2014 Xbox 360, Xbox One & PC Release date: Autumn 2014 The latest Fable title to emerge from the renowned Lionhead stable innovates on the franchise’s well-loved world of magic, humour and high adventure. After the successful relaunch of the beloved beat ‘em up series, Killer Instinct returns later this year with fresh content. This highly anticipated game maker helps bring players’ imagination to life. It promises to deliver a unique experience that will feel familiar for fans, yet new and vibrant. Featuring stunning next gen visuals, Fable Legends allows players to team up with their pals and play cooperatively as a team of up to four heroes, each with their own play style, or become the Villain and control the reins of battle from on high. Created by renowned developer Iron Galaxy, Season 2 of Killer Instinct boasts a fresh roster of characters that longtime fans will know and love – including the disgraced heavyweight champion TJ Combo, from the 1994 SNES original. A multiplayer beta goes live later this autumn, and players can register now at FableLegends.com With its enhanced combo system and killer gameplay, this is another fantastic exclusive for the Xbox One. Described as a “digital canvas,” its powerful creation engine grants the user the power to create their own worlds, stories and games - and then share and play their creations with a dynamic global community of fellow creators. Almost any type of game is possible, and the only limit is a person’s imagination. Scalebound Xbox One Release date: TBC Hideki Kamiya has been behind such classics as Okami, Viewtiful Joe, Resident Evil and Devil May Cry – and his Platinum Games studio is bringing Scalebound exclusively to Xbox One. NOT OFFICIAL ARTWORK The awesome-looking action title transports players to a distant, hostile world, where they will come face to face with fearsome creatures, including a formidable dragon. But the bond they forge with this awesome predator will prove crucial to the survival of both worlds. COMІNG SOON. Phantom Dust Xbox One Release date: TBC Nearly a decade after the release of the original Xbox version, Phantom Dust returns boasting all-new gameplay and a stunning next gen visuals makeover. In this unique action strategy title, players will relive the story of the Espers - a group of humans with the ability to control the dust to create powerful combat arsenals. 26 NOT OFFICIAL ARTWORK NOT OFFICIAL ARTWORK Crackdown D4: Dark Dreams Don’t Die Dance Central Spotlight Xbox One Release date: TBC Xbox One Release date: Late 2014 Xbox One Release date: September 2014 The groundbreaking, hyperpowered futuristic world of Crackdown is back exclusively for Xbox One. The creators of cult classic Deadly Premonition return with a noir adventure – available only on Xbox One. The latest in the award-winning series, brings authentic dance routines, chart-topping music and favourite characters exclusively to the Xbox One. Developed by original creator and Grand Theft Auto mastermind Dave Jones, this stunning new Crackdown title promises to deliver unrivaled verticality, cooperative mayhem and destruction. 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NOT OFFICIAL ARTWORK Јust Dance 2015 The Crew PS3, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox 360, Wii & Wii U Release date: 24th October 2014 PS4, Xbox One & PC Release date: 11th Novemebr 2014 Just Dance has been one of the biggest selling brands of the past five years, and the 2015 edition boasts the most exciting features and the hottest track list yet. COMING IN 2015 The new Just Dance Now feature allows people to dance along to tracks using their smartphones, while the Community Remix feature lets 34 players record themselves dancing to songs and then share the results for others to vote on. Elsewhere, the multiplayer World Dance Floor mode returns, along with video creator Autodance, Karaoke mode and 40 new tracks. The Crew’s huge game world is populated by other real drivers, and this allows players to team up with friends and co-op partners online, and take on. Gamers are in for a wild ride as Ubisoft brings a revolutionary multiplayer action-driving to next gen formats. 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