Live Microsystems Inc (CE) (LMSC) News

LMSC one for 15 reverse split:

http://otce.finra.org/DLSymbolNameChanges

Watching

Yes Wolf, I'll take a look. Thanks. Glta

Uptick, we have lots of NOL´s here - but i don´t know how much of them they can really utilize - should be quite enough though:

"For U.S. federal income tax purposes, the Company has net operating loss carryforwards available to reduce taxable income of $342.1 million at December 31, 2012"

If you are further interested, please see my post 837 - there is also a link to the audited report where you can find all the details regarding the NOL´s and more.

Given the market cap of 2,28 Mio of today this could be a great opportunity, if LMSC can find a successful partner to merge with - All IMO

How much in NOL do we have here? Tia

Come on Mr. Stecker it is so easy

1. find a big investor who props up LMSC´s market cap
2. move to a higher exchange
3. then make the big move and merge your shell with a successful company to
4. utilize the Multi Multi Millions in NOL´s that are left from former NMS and LVWR times

i think there are only a few investors who really know about the mega potential here…

btw are these all "signal" buys - or who is joking around with this - trades of 10 shares ?? wtf
fees are higher than the amount you get… lol

The audited annual report for 2011/2012, which also describes in detail what happened until June 2013:
Annual Report LVWR/LMSC

Interesting read for all who are searching for a good summary regarding all business activities of Livewire/Livemicrosystems to this day.

One of the most interesting parts is the description of the NOL´s on page 20 imo
Here is a short summary:

Net operating loss carryforwards ............................................................. $ 123,286 $ 123,912
Research and development tax credit carryforwards .......................................10,140 10,075


For U.S. federal income tax purposes, the Company has net operating loss carryforwards available to reduce taxable income of $342.1 million at December 31, 2012. The Company’s ability to utilize its net operating loss carryforwards may be significantly limited, as under the provisions of the Internal Code Section 382, certain changes in the Company’s ownership structure may result in a limitation on the amount of net operating loss carryforwards and research and development tax credit carryforwards that may be used in future years. If certain transactions occur with respect to the Company’s capital stock, under rules prescribed by the U.S. Internal Revenue Code and applicable Treasury regulations, an annual limitation may be imposed with respect to the ability to utilize the Company’s net operating loss carryforwards and federal tax credits. Similar provisions may exist for state tax purposes and vary by jurisdiction. During the third quarter of 2010, the Company received shareholder approval to amend its articles of incorporation in order to protect its NOLs (the "NOL Protective Measures") and those measures are now in effect. Under the NOL Protective Measures any person, company or investment firm that wishes to become a "5% shareholder" of Livewire Mobile, Inc. must first obtain a waiver from the Company's Board of Directors. In addition, any person, company or investment firm that is already a "5% shareholder" of Livewire Mobile, Inc. cannot make any additional purchases of Livewire Mobile, Inc. stock without a waiver from the Company's Board of Directors.

Hoping for a business combination / merger here in the (hopefully near) future especially to utilize the great value of NOL´s which LVWR/LMSC has still left...

The big question is, what are Stecker & crew planning now ?

finally....

LiveWire Mobile, Inc., LVWR changed to Live Microsystems, Inc., LMSC:

http://www.otcbb.com/asp/dailylist_detail.asp?d=08/28/2013&mkt_ctg=NON-OTCBB

something is up.... smells positive imo

Maybe there are more NOLs left than i expected - it was 201 Millions NOL in 2008 from former NMS times. Take this plus the cash we got now and it looks like we could make some money here what do ya think AKAPAK ?

here are the facts:

Investor FAQ

Proposed Acquisition of Livewire Mobile’s Business Assets and Certain Liabilities by OnMobile Global, Ltd.



(1) Why did Livewire Mobile agree to sell its business to OnMobile?

Livewire Mobile is incredibly excited to become part of OnMobile to create the world’s leading carrier-VAS company. Upon evaluation of several strategic alternatives made possible by our recent revenue growth, our Board concluded that this transaction was the best path to maximizing value for our shareholders and for our customers.

OnMobile is a well-respected leader in delivering value-added services to mobile operators around the world with a very complementary suite of mobile services and geographical footprint to ours. Livewire Mobile’s customers will be well-served not only by the one-stop access to additional mobile entertainment services, but also by OnMobile’s dedication to quality and innovation and their substantial development resources.

The combination of Livewire and OnMobile Global will provide extended reach, coverage, technology framework, and innovation and together, OnMobile and Livewire Mobile will have a market reach of almost 2 billion end-consumers generating over $1.5 billion (USD) of top-line revenues for carriers around the globe.



(2) What is being sold to OnMobile? What is the purchase price?

Livewire is selling its business assets and OnMobile is assuming certain liabilities of Livewire Mobile for cash consideration of USD $17.8 million, subject to certain escrow and performance contingencies. Livewire Mobile is not selling its shares.



(3) What happens to my shares?

This transaction is a sale of the Company’s assets and assumption of certain liabilities for cash. Thus, existing outstanding shares will continue to be outstanding.


(4) Your press release stated that it is the Company’s expectation that the holders of senior secured convertible notes will convert a majority of their notes and vote the converted shares in favor of this transaction, which could amount to approximately 80% of the then fully-diluted outstanding shares. What does this mean?

The Company currently has 4,651,433 common shares outstanding. Additionally, Livewire Mobile has outstanding $6.615 million of senior secured convertible notes, plus additional amounts in accumulated interest that is convertible. The Company expects that the note holders will convert a majority of their notes into common stock of the Company. If the full value of notes and accumulated interest is converted, this could result in an additional increase of outstanding shares of approximately 20 million, and could be higher depending on the timing of the closing of the transaction. The note holders also hold warrants to purchase an additional 1,032,035 common shares.



(5) When does the Company expect the transaction to close?

The transaction is targeted to close on June 30, 2013 upon satisfaction of various customary closing conditions.



(6) Upon closing, what does the Company intend to do with the proceeds of the transaction?

The Company has not yet made a determination of what it will do with net proceeds of the transaction. Upon any determination, the Company will communicate to shareholders at that time.



Forward Looking Statements
Statements other than historical facts included or referred to in this FAQ are “forward-looking statements” including forward-looking statements about the expected closing date of the transaction and the conversion of senior secured convertible notes and favorable vote by holders of these notes. These statements are based on management’s expectations as of the date of this document and are subject to uncertainties and changes in circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from these expectations due to risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, uncertainties with respect to the anticipated closing date of the transaction and conversion of senior secured convertible notes and favorable vote by holders of these. In addition, while management may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point in the future, management specifically disclaims any obligation to do so, even if its estimates change. Any reference to our website in this press release is not intended to incorporate the contents thereof into this FAQ, press release or any other public announcement

Akapak - thank you for this info...

Company update available this evening according to email response:


Thanks for your interest. The Company is providing an investor FAQ on the investor relations section of the company’s website. www.livewiremobile.com/investors. I believe this will answer most of your questions. If your question is not answered specifically, it is likely because the question cannot be answered at this time.

you can find it here:

http://www.otcmarkets.com/financialReportViewer?symbol=LVWR&id=101644

on page 11-15 you will find a summary of all details (regarding convertible notes...)

best luck to you

THX - just could not find an amount of conversions.

"What are we worth now?" - thats the big question

it´s really hard to tell, since there are so many variables that one can not predict in advance...

Simple math tells me this:

Facts: buy offer 17,8 Million USD / 4,65 Million OS --> 3,82 USD / Share

That´s what we have gotten 2-3 years ago...

Today: After dilution of all convertible notes we have approx. 17-23,5 Million OS (if i calculated it right) which would take us anywhere between 0.75 and 1.05 USD

But of course it depends on many variables so my guess could be wrong. Just try to figure it out by yourself.

ALL IMHO

What are we worth now?

Livewire Mobile, Inc. to Be Acquired by OnMobile Global Limited

Last update: 6/4/2013 7:45:00 AM


LITTLETON, Mass. & CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom, Jun 04, 2013 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Livewire Mobile, Inc. (otc markets:LVWR), a leader in providing end-to-end managed mobile entertainment solutions for network operators and consumer device manufacturers, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement for substantially all its business assets and certain liabilities to be acquired by OnMobile Global Limited, a global leader in telecom value-added services.

Under the terms of the agreement, Livewire Mobile will receive $17.8M USD for its existing business assets subject to certain escrow and performance contingencies. It is the Company's expectation that the holders of senior secured convertible notes will convert a majority of their notes and vote the converted shares in favor of this transaction, which could amount to approximately 80% of the then fully-diluted outstanding shares. "We're incredibly excited to become part of OnMobile to create the world's leading carrier VAS company," said Matthew Stecker, President and CEO of Livewire Mobile. "Upon evaluation of several strategic alternatives made possible by our recent revenue growth, our Board concluded that this transaction was the best path to maximizing value for our shareholders and for our customers."

"OnMobile is a well-respected leader in delivering value-added services to mobile operators around the world with a very complementary suite of mobile services and geographical footprint to ours. Our customers will be well-served not only by the one-stop access to additional mobile entertainment services, but also by OnMobile's dedication to quality and innovation and their substantial development resources," said Mr. Stecker.

"We have great respect for the strong long-standing relationships that Livewire Mobile has built with its customers as well as its expertise in delivering innovative mobile music services," said Mouli Raman, CEO of OnMobile Global Limited. "We fully appreciate the value that Livewire Mobile provides and look forward to working together with Livewire's employees, partners, and customers as we continue to invest towards positively impacting people's lives using mobile technology."

The transaction is targeted to close on June 30 upon satisfaction of various customary closing conditions.

The resultant new U.S.-based entity, OnMobile Live, LLC., will incorporate all of the services provided by Livewire Mobile, including its wholly-owned U.K. subsidiary, FoneStarz, and plans to retain and grow substantially all of Livewire's existing offices, personnel, platforms and products worldwide.

About Livewire Mobile

Livewire Mobile, Inc. (otc markets:LVWR) is a Mobile Internet powerhouse with one of the most comprehensive one-stop digital entertainment solutions for network operators, consumer device manufacturers, brands and media companies entering the mobile market. The company's integrated suite of content services includes applications, video, games, ringback tones, ringtones, full-track music, e-books and more as well as application and portal development, mobile advertising solutions, integrated content publishing and merchandising, and turnkey managed VAS operations. For more information, please visit .

Livewire Mobile is a registered service mark. Other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

About OnMobile

OnMobile [NSE India: ONMOBILE], headquartered in Bangalore, India, with services in 59 countries, is the leading Value Added Services [VAS] company for Mobile, Landline and Media Service Providers. OnMobile offers an innovative array of products in Mobile Entertainment, Search and Discovery, Data Services and Mobile Social Networking and is a leader in the VAS Managed Services industry. The products span a range of channels including SMS, Voice, Video, WAP, Web, USSD and On-Device Portals, enabling OnMobile's 92 telecom and media customers to generate high revenues. With over 1600 employees worldwide, OnMobile has offices around the globe, including London, Paris, Madrid, Silicon Valley, Miami and Seattle.

Forward Looking Statements

Statements other than historical facts included or referred to in this Press Release are "forward-looking statements" including forward-looking statements about the expected closing date of the transaction, the conversion of senior secured convertible notes and favorable vote by holders of these notes, and OnMobile plans to retain and grow substantially all of Livewire's existing offices, personnel, platforms and products worldwide. These statements are based on management's expectations as of the date of this document and are subject to uncertainties and changes in circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from these expectations due to risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, uncertainties with respect to the anticipated closing date of the transaction, conversion of senior secured convertible notes and favorable vote by holders of these notes, and OnMobile plans to retain and grow substantially all of Livewire's existing offices, personnel, platforms and products worldwide. In addition, while management may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point in the future, management specifically disclaims any obligation to do so, even if its estimates change. Any reference to our website in this press release is not intended to incorporate the contents thereof into this press release or any other public announcement.


SOURCE: Livewire Mobile, Inc.
Livewire Mobile
Media Relations:
North America:
Erin Schweppe, VP Marketing
t: +1-978-742-3155
erin.schweppe@livewiremobile.com
or
EMEA:
Dave Moreau, COO
m: +44 7887 645 835
dave.moreau@livewiremobile.com
twitter: @DaveMoreau
or
Investor Relations:
investorrelations@livewiremobile.com



Copyright Business Wire 2013

Good Quarter !? Report is out:

Q4 LVWR

Rumpus Music Navigation App Released For iPad 

Livewire Mobile (otcmarkets:LVWR), the one-stop digital content solutions provider for carriers, consumer device manufacturers, media companies, and consumers has made its music navigation and discovery app, Rumpus Music, available on the iPad.(R)

Using multiple data sources to enhance its discovery technology for music, the app allows music fans to navigate their way through the tunes and artists they love and to re-connect with old favorites.

The app, which sells for $1.99 on Apple(R)'s App Store, plugs directly into iTunes and gives iPad users the chance to immerse themselves in the music relationships and interactions that have made Rumpus popular on Android smartphones and tablets.

Livewire Mobile Acquires Two Customers, Assets from RealNetworks, Inc.

Sep 10, 2012
OTC Disclosure & News Service

Littleton, MA

Effective September 1, 2012, Livewire Mobile, Inc., (otcmarkets: LVWR), the one-stop digital content solutions provider for carriers, consumer device manufacturers, media companies, and consumers, closed an Asset Transfer and License Agreement with RealNetworks, Inc. (the“Agreement”) whereby RealNetworks transferred to Livewire Mobile services provided under two domestic carrier services contracts, together with a team of employees and associated hardware and software technology. As part of this transaction, RealNetworks paid Livewire Mobile $2.0 million at closing. Per the terms of the Agreement, Livewire Mobile will pay RealNetworks two payments of $100,000 each over the first six months related to the performance of the services under one of these carrier contracts.

Livewire Mobile expects these new services to result in a more than doubling of its gross revenues as reported for FY 2011 in FY 2013.

todays news will push the price nicely in the next 7 days imo :D

older news about SIREN and the unlimited music thing - which is also pretty nice...


Livewire Mobile (otcmarkets: LVWR), the one-stop digital content solutions provider for carriers, consumer device manufacturers, media companies and consumers, has partnered with emerging Canadian operator Public Mobile to introduce the country’s first truly unlimited music service.

Called Siren, the new music plan will be introduced as part of two competitively priced flat-rate plans available on all Public Mobile’s new Android handsets.

Users will be able to download as many songs and albums as they want through the pre-loaded Android application, built and powered by Livewire Mobile.

It gives Public Mobile’s customers access to millions of tracks and includes content from the world’s biggest music stars on major labels as well as global and local independents.

The flat-rate plans that include the Siren music service come with introductory monthly pricing of C$40 and C$47 a month, bundling the unlimited music service in with talk, text, data and other features.

Matthew Stecker, CEO of Livewire Mobile, said: “Digital music is one of the most in-demand services on all new devices and Public Mobile was quick to recognize the opportunity of bundling it in with rate plans to attract new customers.

“This product has the full and enthusiastic backing of the biggest music labels, as it makes their products easily available through Siren. They have been totally behind Siren since its inception.

“This service is attracting a lot of interest from other carrier customers around the world. We are actively working with our music label partners to deliver this service to other markets and customers.”

Alek Krstajic, CEO of Public Mobile, said: “It has been a huge undertaking but Livewire helped make it happen. They have done a great job hosting all the back end systems and servers that work with the Android Smartphone and applications, as well as Public Mobile’s systems and the record labels’ music libraries. Going forward Livewire’s music expertise and experience will help keep Siren fresh, current and fun.”

Public Mobile operates a low-cost pre-paid service in and around Toronto and Montreal. It entered the Canadian Mobile market after buying spectrum in 2008.

Livewire Mobile Wins Music Services At Two Major US Carriers

Livewire Mobile to power digital music downloads, ringback and ringtones for Sprint and MetroPCS


September 10, 2012 Littleton, Mass: Livewire Mobile (otcmarkets: LVWR), the one-stop digital content solutions provider for carriers, consumer device manufacturers, media companies and consumers, now powers the digital music solutions for Sprint and MetroPCS.

Sprint Music Plus and MetroPCS join the international roster of music download services hosted and merchandized by Livewire, which now has Tier-1 carrier deals in the US, Europe, Canada and Australasia.

Both operators will have full-track music downloads, ringback and ringtones managed by Livewire, with content from all the major music labels and independents from around the world.

The announcement comes on the back of the recently launched unlimited music service Siren, designed, built and powered by Livewire Mobile for Public Mobile in Canada, as well as the deployment of Rumpus, the music discovery application on Android smartphones and tablets.

The Sprint Music Plus and MetroPCS music services will be supported across applications, mobile web and web stores. Sprint customers may find Sprint Music Plus on their Android™-powered device by searching for Sprint Music Plus from the Google Play marketplace or by visiting http://sprint.us/smp on Android and Feature phones. The Music application is preloaded on all MetroPCS Android devices.

Livewire Mobile expects the new deals to result in a more than doubling of its revenues from its 2011 figures in the 2013 fiscal year.

“This is a significant milestone for the company and underscores our market expertise in delivering world-class digital music services to millions of subscribers on behalf of our trusted carrier partners,” said Matthew Stecker, President and CEO of Livewire Mobile.

“We are delighted to be expanding our relationships with major carriers like Sprint and MetroPCS, because they are leaders in market innovation, and both recognize the value offered by committing to music as a key part of their product strategies.

“We’ll be working with our label partners and our customers over the coming months to improve the service, ensuring that if you are a Sprint or MetroPCS subscriber you will get the very best music experience possible.”

Livewire Mobile runs digital entertainment solutions for carriers in nine countries, as well as for OEMs and other partners. Its ringback solution is deployed in ten countries worldwide.

The company will be opening a new office in the Washington DC area to support the new contracts it has been awarded.

About Livewire Mobile

Livewire Mobile, Inc. (otcmarkets: LVWR) is a Mobile Internet powerhouse with one of the most comprehensive one-stop digital entertainment solutions for network operators, consumer device manufacturers, brands and media companies entering the mobile market. The company’s integrated suite of content services includes full-track music, applications, video, games, ringback tones, ringtones, e-books and more as well as application and portal development, mobile advertising solutions, integrated content publishing and merchandising, and turnkey managed VAS operations. For more information, please visit www.livewiremobile.com.

Livewire Mobile is a registered service mark. Other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

Statements other than historical facts specifically including, but not limited to, all financial projections, included or referred to in this Press Release are “forward-looking statements” including forward-looking statements about the expected term, availability, content, features and functionality of the music services on Sprint and MetroPCS and of expected revenues from these new services. These statements are based on management’s expectations as of the date of this document and are subject to uncertainties and changes in circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from these expectations due to risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, uncertainties with respect to the expected term, availability, content, features and functionality of the music services on Sprint and MetroPCS and expected revenues from these new services. In addition, while management may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point in the future, management specifically disclaims any obligation to do so, even if it estimates change. Any reference to our website in this press release is not intended to incorporate the contents thereof into this press release or any other public announcement.

great news today after two years of doom and gloom - now Livewire is really back in the market

Anyone still holding a position in this company ? congrats to all believers ...

cheers

What's that Rumpus? Beyond genius!


Livewire Mobile shakes up its music service with a discovery application for Android tablets

LITTLETON, Mass., Feb 28, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Livewire Mobile (otcmarkets: LVWR), a one-stop digital content solutions provider for carriers, consumer device manufacturers, media companies, and consumers, has launched Rumpus, a compelling new application that allows music fans to discover new music they love and re-connect with old favorites.
The genius behind Rumpus is the unique way the millions of tracks in the Livewire Mobile database have been connected so that users can search for artists or tracks and find all the relationships and information that make playlist building so addictive.

In its first release, designed for Android tablets running Honeycomb or Ice Cream Sandwich, Rumpus allows users to search for artists and learn about them through featured biographies, YouTube videos, discographies, and a network of related artists. As users navigate through the application, they can bookmark artists along the way, providing a 'breadcrumb trail' that allows them to come back and learn more at a later date or to build a list of favorites they can share with friends.

With access to Livewire Mobile's extensive music catalog, users are also able to buy tracks and albums directly from the app and, through over-the-air delivery, to easily add newly discovered gems (or long-lost favorites) to their on-device library. In Q2 2012, Livewire Mobile plans to build additional features such as multiple playlists, integrated advertising, additional editorial content, and expanded device support to include Android smartphones, iPads and iPhones.

"With Rumpus, we've leveraged our history as a mobile music service provider, our extensive experience in creating market leading user interfaces, our long-standing relationships with major and independent labels, and partnerships with semantic technology providers to offer consumers an innovative way to explore their favorite artists and discover new ones," said Livewire Mobile's president and CEO, Matthew Stecker. "It's Wikipedia, YouTube, Facebook, Coachella music festival, and old school record store all rolled into one."

Although initially released as a direct-to-consumer offering, Livewire Mobile also offers Rumpus through its existing network of mobile operators and OEMs as a complementary channel to the traditional mobile music storefront. Through open APIs, the Rumpus application can be delivered as a turnkey music service with Livewire Mobile's own catalog and content delivery infrastructure or integrated with another third party service, offering an engaging alternative interface to consumers of that service.

Rumpus is now available for download, free of charge, on the Android Market.

For more information about Livewire Mobile's Rumpus music discovery application, please visit http://www.livewiremobile.com/products-services/rumpus or email sales@livewiremobile.com.

About Livewire Mobile

Livewire Mobile, Inc. (otcmarkets: LVWR) is a Mobile Internet powerhouse with one of the most comprehensive one-stop digital entertainment solutions for network operators, consumer device manufacturers, brands and media companies entering the mobile market. The company's integrated suite of content services includes applications, video, games, ringback tones, ringtones, DRM-free full-track music, e-books and more as well as application and portal development, mobile advertising solutions, integrated content publishing and merchandising, and turnkey managed VAS operations. For more information, please visit www.livewiremobile.com.

Livewire Mobile is a registered service mark. Other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

SOURCE: Livewire Mobile, Inc.

CONTACT:
Livewire Mobile Media Relations North America: Erin Schweppe, +1 978-742-3155 erin.schweppe@livewiremobile.com or EMEA: Dave Moreau, +44 7887 645 835 dave.moreau@livewiremobile.com or Livewire Mobile Investor Relations Todd Donahue, +1 978-742-3167 CFO todd.donahue@livewiremobile.com
Copyright Business Wire 2012

LIVEWIRE MOBILE, INC. Quarterly Report for Q3 is out.

Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2011

Q4 financials

Livewire Mobile Releases Android Apps for Mobile Operators


Livewire Mobile (otcmarkets: LVWR), a one-stop digital content solutions provider for mobile operators, consumer device manufacturers, and media companies, has launched two new Android apps in time for the holidays and is targeting the continuing Android boom for 2012.

Designed to enable smartphone and tablet users with on-device access to content services integrated with their mobile carrier, the music and games store apps are curated by Livewire Mobile’s own staff of regional content experts and powered by a real-time content management platform to present the hot trends and new releases to the mobile consumer.

In their first releases, the music app and games app showcase Livewire Mobile’s extensive content catalog with the top names in music and games via merchandised charts, browse and search features, editorial content, reviews, previews, and a download manager.

The next release of the music app, planned for Q1 2012, is slated to further integrate other content types, including ringbacks, ringtones, and videos with social network integration and recommendations. The games and apps store is queued up to include multiple billing options including try and buy, rental subscriptions, in-app billing support as well as multi-game bundles in its next release.

“These new apps are another example of Livewire Mobile’s aggressive push into the smartphone, tablet, and application space where there has been tremendous worldwide growth,” said Matthew Stecker, president and CEO of Livewire Mobile. “With an extensive catalog of multiple content types, carrier billing integration experience, a first-class content publishing team and an agile product development team, Livewire Mobile has established itself as a player in the application ecosystem.”

Both apps are available now across a wide range of Android handsets at Three UK where Livewire Mobile powers multiple content services. Several additional application deployments are planned for early Q1 2012 across Livewire Mobile’s existing carrier and OEM customer base as well as in the direct-to-consumer market to enhance the company’s new Mediadrome service.

For more information on Livewire Mobile’s applications and content services, please visit www.livewiremobile.com or email sales@livewiremobile.com.

Statements other than historical facts included or referred to in this Press Release are “forward-looking statements” including forward-looking statements about the expected availability, content, features and functionality of our Android apps, targeting the continuing Android boom for 2012, the planned next release of the music app for Q1 2012 that is slated to further integrate other content types, including ringbacks, ringtones, and videos with social network integration and recommendations, the queued up games and apps store to include multiple billing options including try and buy, rental subscriptions, in-app billing support as well as multi-game bundles in its next release, and the planned several additional application deployments for early Q1 2012 across Livewire Mobile’s existing carrier and OEM customer base as well as in the direct-to-consumer market to enhance our new Mediadrome service. These statements are based on management’s expectations as of the date of this document and are subject to uncertainties and changes in circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from these expectations due to risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, uncertainties with respect to the expected availability, content, features and functionality of our Android apps, targeting the continuing Android boom for 2012, the planned next release of the music app for Q1 2012 that is slated to further integrate other content types, including ringbacks, ringtones, and videos with social network integration and recommendations, the queued up games and apps store to include multiple billing options including try and buy, rental subscriptions, in-app billing support as well as multi-game bundles in its next release, and the planned several additional application deployments for early Q1 2012 across Livewire Mobile’s existing carrier and OEM customer base as well as in the direct-to-consumer market to enhance our new Mediadrome service. In addition, while management may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point in the future, management specifically disclaims any obligation to do so, even if its estimates change. Any reference to our website in this press release is not intended to incorporate the contents thereof into this press release or any other public announcement.

About Livewire Mobile

Livewire Mobile, Inc. (otcmarkets: LVWR) is a Mobile Internet powerhouse with one of the most comprehensive one-stop digital entertainment solutions for network operators, consumer device manufacturers, brands and media companies entering the mobile market. The company’s integrated suite of content services includes applications, video, games, ringback tones, ringtones, DRM-free full-track music, e-books and more as well as application and portal development, mobile advertising solutions, integrated content publishing and merchandising, and turnkey managed VAS operations. For more information, please visit www.livewiremobile.com.

Livewire Mobile is a registered service mark and Mediadrome is a trademark of Livewire Mobile, Inc. Other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

Livewire Mobile Expands Direct-to-Consumer Strategy with Multi-Dimensional Digital Music Store


Livewire Mobile (otcmarkets: LVWR), a one-stop digital content solutions provider for carriers, consumer device manufacturers, and media companies, has launched the first version of its Mediadrome direct-to-consumer DRM-free digital music store, showcasing some of today’s hottest acts including Michael Bublé, Trey Songz, Disturbed, and Gym Class Heroes through dedicated artist feature sites.

Unifying label and independent artist content, Mediadrome underpins Livewire Mobile’s broader strategy in the direct-to-consumer space. In this first of a series of releases, U.S. music fans can register at www.mediadrome.com to become part of the Mediadrome “universe” with an all-access pass to their favorite artists and those they have yet to discover.

With plans to rapidly expand the service offering in early 2012, Livewire Mobile has queued up event-based and local music scene microsites in Q1 2012 as well as additional access channels via smartphones and tablets. Also planned in Q1 2012, Mediadrome users can explore new and favorite artists through an Android music discovery application, currently in beta, and enhance their experience through premium music services.

“Building off the success of our Guided by Voices fan site which features the group’s entire catalog, rare tracks, and exclusive reunion tour recordings, we want to expand the opportunity to showcase other artists to their fans in a similar fashion,” said Matthew Stecker, President and CEO, Livewire Mobile. “Mediadrome not only serves as a new multi-dimensional destination for music fans, but also a new outlet for artists wishing to cut through the noise of the big retail outlets and build brand awareness at a more personal level.”

The sites are designed, monitored, and managed by Livewire Mobile’s own content merchandising staff to showcase in-demand artists, albums, and tracks of the moment and also the hidden gems and up-and-coming artists of the proverbial long tail. Web and mobile feature sites can quickly be created for artists or event promoters looking to raise their profile and offer exclusives.

Record labels, event promoters, and recording artists seeking more information about Livewire Mobile’s Mediadrome service, should visit www.mediadrome.com or email sales@livewiremobile.com.

Statements other than historical facts included or referred to in this Press Release are “forward-looking statements” including forward-looking statements about the expected availability, content, features and functionality of Mediadrome, our plans to rapidly expand the service offering in early 2012 by queuing up event-based and local music scene microsites in Q1 2012 as well as additional access channels via smartphones and tablets, and our plans that in Q1 2012 Mediadrome users can explore new and favorite artists through an Android music discovery application, also in beta, and enhance their music experience through premium music listening services. These statements are based on management’s expectations as of the date of this document and are subject to uncertainties and changes in circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from these expectations due to risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, uncertainties with respect to the expected availability, content, features and functionality of Mediadrome, our plans to rapidly expand the service offering in early 2012 by queuing up event-based and local music scene microsites in Q1 2012 as well as additional access channels via smartphones and tablets, and our plans that in Q1 2012 Mediadrome users can explore new and favorite artists through an Android music discovery application, also in beta, and enhance their music experience through premium music listening services. In addition, while management may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point in the future, management specifically disclaims any obligation to do so, even if its estimates change. Any reference to our website in this press release is not intended to incorporate the contents thereof into this press release or any other public announcement.

New styling of LVWR´s website... nice

http://www.livewiremobile.com/

Livewire Mobile named ME Awards finalist for 6th year running: Best B2B Content Provider contender

London and Littleton, Mass.: Livewire Mobile is delighted to be named a finalist for the prestigious Best B2B Content Provider award at this year’s ME Awards.

The awards have been running since 2006 and FoneStarz and its new parent company Livewire Mobile has been nominated as a finalist every year. In 2006 and 2008 FoneStarz won the Best Imaging Company award.

This year’s award will be presented at a ceremony in London’s Royal Garden Hotel on Wednesday, November 23rd.

Livewire Mobile Chief Operating Officer Dave Moreau said: “The old FoneStarz business has been transformed in the last year following the merger with Livewire Mobile and we now believe we offer the best B2B content solutions worldwide. We continue to win exciting new business and our mix of skills around mobile, technology and media put us at the heart of this vibrant sector.”

This is what Mobile Entertainment said about Livewire Mobile when they announced us as a finalist – we couldn’t have put it better ourselves:

“When FoneStarz merged with Livewire Mobile in December last year, the result was a formidable B2B provider with a serious footprint in the US and EMEA. The new entity offers everything from ringbacks to games, video to apps, personalisation to adult across all billing models including a-la-carte, all you can eat, bundled and recurring subscriptions. Livewire saw more than 32m paid downloads and more than 300m page impressions last year. Customers include Vodafone, Vodacom, Orange, Telstra, Cricket, MTN and dozens of other B2B businesses. A significant win this year was the deal to run the Three UK Games Store.”

Livewire Mobile Announces Financial Results for the Quarter Ended
June 30, 2011:

http://www.otcmarkets.com/financialReportViewer?symbol=LVWR&id=61246

Guess it pays to complain :)

Relaunch for Three Games Store

Last update: 8/17/2011 5:00:01 AM

Innovation powered by Livewire Mobile, Inc. LONDON & LITTLETON, Mass., Aug 17, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Leading UK Mobile Network Operator, Three, has re-launched its Games Store with a string of highly innovative features including social media integration and a dedicated HD games section. The browser-based portal store, powered by Three's content partner Livewire Mobile, Inc. also includes a series of Android games and applications targeted at the increasing numbers of Three gamers that use the portal as their mobile gaming hub. A dedicated Android app with integrated Three billing is planned to be released ready for devices that will be in store and available for the pre-Christmas period. It's also planned for the re-launched Game Store to feature an extensive offering of social games, allowing users to interact and compete with each other. These features, alongside an integrated web and browser store, are designed to offer users a unique retail experience..................

Thank you Mr.Stecker for not concerning about shareholder value...

no news since - i don´t even know.... this company is gettin´ridicolous now
no transparency at all - so many open questions and absolutely no answers...


Despite all this: who is selling at 1,40 = market value of 6.56 Millions
unbelievable with a yearly revenue of over 10 Million and 3 Million in cash
- can u say undervalued?

if i had any money left i would give it a try and buy everything under 1.50...

Notice of Exempt Offering of Securities

http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/915866/000091586611000002/xslFormDX01/primary_doc.xml

Livewire Mobile Announces Financial Results for the Quarter Ended
March 31, 2011

http://www.otcmarkets.com/otciq/ajax/showFinancialReportById.pdf?id=54902

Closes $1.65 Million in New Funding

LITTLETON, Mass., June 29, 2011 – Livewire Mobile, Inc. (otcmarkets: LVWR), a Mobile
Internet leader with one of the most comprehensive one-stop digital content solutions for
carriers, handset/tablet manufacturers, and media companies today announced financial
results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011. The Company also announced today that
in June 2011, it closed $1.65 million in new debt funding.

Quarter Ended March 31, 2011 Results
The Company’s results of operations for the quarter ended March 31, 2011 include the
results of operations of Fonestarz Media Group, Ltd., acquired on December 17, 2010.
Total revenues for the first quarter of 2011 were $2.6 million, compared to $3.1 million for
the fourth quarter of 2010 and $3.0 million for the first quarter of 2010. Recurring managed
service revenues decreased 8% to $2.2 million, from $2.4 million, for the same period in
2010. The decrease in managed service revenues and total revenues from the same period
last year was primarily due to a $1.0 million decrease due to commercial changes with a
large customer effective January 1, 2011, offset by the addition of $0.9 million of managed
service revenues resulting from the Company’s acquisition of Fonestarz, as well as a $0.1
million decrease in the cap-ex portion of our ringback tone (RBT) business, and an expected
decrease of $0.1 million in non-core handset royalty revenues. The cap-ex portion of the
Company’s business can result in considerable variability in quarterly revenues due to the
timing of completion of cap-ex deployments.

Gross margin was 50% during the quarter ended March 31, 2011, down from the 64%
during the fourth quarter of 2010, and down from 60% during the first quarter of 2010,
primarily due to the decrease in managed services revenue due to commercial changes with
a large customer effective January 1, 2011.

The Company had a loss from continuing operations of $(1.5) million for the first quarter of
2011, or $(0.33) per share, which included $(0.2) million, or $(0.05) per share, of
restructuring expense and $0.2 million, or $0.04 per share, of rent expense reduction
resulting from an office lease amendment, compared to $(0.3) million, or $(0.06) per share
for the fourth quarter of 2010, and compared to $(0.3) million, or $(0.07) per share, for the
first quarter of 2010.

The Company had a net loss of $(1.6) million for the first quarter of 2011, or $(0.34) per
share, which included $(0.2) million, or $(0.05) per share, of restructuring expense, and
$0.2 million, or $0.04 per share, of rent expense reduction resulting from an office lease
amendment, compared to a net loss of $(0.2) million, or $(0.05) per share for the fourth
quarter of 2010, and net loss of $(0.4) million, or $(0.10) per share, for the first quarter of
2010.

Adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations (a non-GAAP financial measure) was $(1.0)
million, or $(0.22) per share, for the first quarter of 2011, compared to $0.3 million, or
$0.07 per share, for the fourth quarter of 2010, and $(46,000), or $(0.01) per share, in the
first quarter of 2010. A complete reconciliation between adjusted EBITDA from continuing
operations and operating income/(loss) on a GAAP basis is provided in the financial tables at
the end of this release.

Cash totaled $3.0 million at March 31, 2011, compared to $4.8 million at December 31,
2010. The decrease in total cash from December 31, 2010 was primarily due to the
Company’s first quarter net loss, resulting primarily from a commercial change with a large
customer effective January 1, 2011, and changes in its working capital. In June 2011, the
Company closed $1.65 million in new debt funding.

Three UK Extends New Facebook and Twitter-Friendly Music Store to More
Customers
In January 2011, Three UK extended a new Facebook and Twitter-friendly music store to
more of its mobile phone customers, following the success of the service on Android-based
handsets. The Three music store, powered by Fonestarz, a subsidiary of Livewire Mobile,
allows customers to download tracks direct to their handsets and has the option to
automatically update a customer’s status on Twitter and Facebook with the latest music
they have purchased. The browser-based store features music from all major and leading
independent record labels including Sony, Universal, Warner, EMI and Vidzone. It also
comes with My Music Club, a section that provides special offers and promotions. The new
music store makes it easier for customers on Three’s award-winning mobile Internet
network to access the latest tracks on their handsets. Customers can access the store
through Three’s mobile phone portal and clicking on the Three music store.
Company Enters Worldwide System Distribution and License Agreement with a
Major Worldwide Telecom Equipment and Services Provider

As separately announced, the Company renewed under a global System Distribution and
License Agreement its relationship with a major worldwide telecom equipment and services
provider during the first quarter of 2011 that allows this partner to license and distribute
worldwide the Company’s new, multi-media ringback tone platform, MyCaller® 4.0.
Q2 2011 Launch of New Multi-Media RBT Managed Service
The Company launched a new, multi-media ringback tone managed service at an existing
North American customer in April 2011.

Company Closes $1.65 Million In New Funding
In June 2011, the Company closed debt funding totaling $1.65 million in senior secured
convertible notes with three longstanding and one more recent stockholder. The notes have
a term of 18 months, bear interest at 10% per annum and are convertible into common
stock at an initial conversion rate (subject to adjustment) of $2.50 per share. The notes are
secured by all of the assets of the Company and contain certain operating and financial
covenants applicable to the Company. The obligations under the notes are guaranteed by
certain significant subsidiaries (as defined) of the Company.

Business Perspective
Matthew Stecker, CEO of Livewire Mobile, said, “Our results for the quarter-ended March 31,
2011 were in line with our expectations. We expected a decrease in our managed service
revenues resulting from a commercial change that became effective January 1, 2011 with a
large customer, as previously disclosed. This decrease was largely offset by revenues
contributed from our Fonestarz subsidiary during the first quarter of 2011. We continue to
be optimistic about our long-term pipeline generation that we believe will result from our
acquisition of Fonestarz Media Group, Ltd., and our extensive mobile internet, content
management, music and other service offerings.”
“I am also pleased to announce that in June 2011 the Company closed $1.65 million in new
debt funding from four existing stockholders. This funding will help enable the Company to
continue to expand its international market presence and expand its already deep content
offerings.”

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
In addition to reporting its financial results in accordance with generally accepted
accounting principles, or GAAP, the Company has also provided in this release adjusted
EBITDA from continuing operations which is a non-GAAP financial measure adjusted to
exclude certain non-cash and other specified expenses. The Company believes the use of
non-GAAP measures in addition to GAAP measures is an additional useful method of
evaluating its results of operations. Management uses these non-GAAP financial measures
when evaluating the Company's financial results, as well as for internal planning and
forecasting purposes. Specifically, the Company has excluded stock-based compensation,
depreciation, amortization of intangible assets, restructuring charges, interest income and
expense, other income/expense, and taxes from its non-GAAP financial measures. The non-
GAAP financial measures disclosed by the Company should not be considered a substitute
for, or superior to, financial measures calculated in accordance with GAAP, and the expected
results calculated in accordance with GAAP and reconciliations to those expected results
should be carefully evaluated. The non-GAAP financial measures used by the Company may
be calculated differently from, and therefore may not be comparable to, similarly titled
measures used by other companies. The Company may consider whether other significant
non-recurring items that arise in the future should also be excluded in calculating the non-
GAAP financial measures it uses. Reconciliations between the non-GAAP financial measures
on a GAAP basis and a non-GAAP basis are provided herein, as applicable.
Net Operating Losses (NOLs) Protective Provisions

During the third quarter of 2010, the Company received shareholder approval to amend its
articles of incorporation in order to protect its NOLs (the "NOL Protective Measures") and
those measures are now in effect. Under the NOL Protective Measures any person, company
or investment firm that wishes to become a "5% shareholder" of Livewire Mobile, Inc. must
first obtain a waiver from the Company's board of directors. In addition, any person,
company or investment firm that is already a "5% shareholder" of Livewire Mobile, Inc.
cannot make any additional purchases of Livewire Mobile, Inc. stock without a waiver from
the Company's board of directors.
Livewire Mobile, Inc. strongly urges that any stockholder contemplating owning more than
185,000 shares contact the Company before doing so.

About Livewire Mobile, Inc.
Livewire Mobile (otcmarkets: LVWR) is a Mobile Internet leader with one of the most
comprehensive one-stop digital content solutions for carriers, handset and tablet
manufacturers, and media companies entering the mobile content market. The Company’s
integrated suite of personalization services includes ringback tones, ringtones, DRM-free
mobile full-track music and videos, fully integrated storefronts, extensive content, and other
applications, as well as dedicated content marketing, mobile advertising solutions, and
integrated storefront management and merchandising. For more information, please visit
www.livewiremobile.com.
Livewire Mobile is a registered service mark and MyCaller is a registered trademark of
Livewire Mobile, Inc. All other trade names are the property of their respective owners.
Statements other than historical facts included or referred to in this Press Release are
“forward-looking statements”, including forward-looking statements about our optimism
about our long-term pipeline generation that we believe will result from our acquisition of
Fonestarz Media Group, Ltd, that our recent funding will help enable the Company to
continue to expand its international market presence and expand its already deep content
offerings, and our expected total annualized cost savings of approximately $0.9 million -
$1.0 million related to headcount reductions in May 2011. These statements are based on
management’s expectations as of the date of this document and are subject to uncertainties
and changes in circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from these expectations
due to risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, our optimism about our longterm
pipeline generation that we believe will result from our acquisition of Fonestarz Media
Group, Ltd, that our recent funding will help enable the Company to continue to expand its
international market presence and expand its already deep content offerings, and our
expected total annualized cost savings of approximately $0.9 million - $1.0 million related
to headcount reductions in May 2011. In addition, while management may elect to update
forward-looking statements at some point in the future, management specifically disclaims
any obligation to do so, even if its estimates change. Any reference to our website in this
press release is not intended to incorporate the contents thereof into this press release or
any other public announcement.

Investor Relations:
Todd Donahue, CFO
Livewire Mobile, Inc.
978-742-3167
todd.donahue@livewiremobile.com

Media Relations:
Erin Schweppe, VP Product Marketing
Livewire Mobile, Inc.
978-742-3155
erin.schweppe@livewiremobile.com

Q1 Report should be imminent... hopefully better then the last time.
The ask smacking in the last two days could be an indication for good results... although i doubt it atm...

+ promised android app should be coming out in the next weeks. Moreau stated in Q1: "...should be going in the marketplace sometime in the next quarter..."

Android Musicstore data sheet pdf-link:

http://www.virtualpressoffice.com/JPContentAccessServlet?fileContentId=1000000017500&source=sd&showId=1034

...With the extensive variety and sophistication of smartphone handsets on the market today, consumers deserve access to the latest content and music anytime, anywhere. To meet this demand, Livewire Mobile is expanding its mobile personalization services by launching a music store for Android handsets.

Android is now the largest smartphone platform in the U.S. with 31.2 % of market share, according to the latest comScore data. Android users will have access to Livewire Mobile’s extensive catalog of music from all major and independent record labels, including Sony, Universal, Warner, EMI and Vidzone. Livewire Mobile will be showcasing its latest music storefront on Android devices at CTIA ShowStoppers...
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Chief Operating Officer Dave Moreau speaks on youtube (rec. @ CTIA 2011):

Livewire Mobile goes ANDROID... anybody heard about the new Android app of LVWR yet ?

Mobile Music Subscribers to Reach 178 Million by 2015 as Emerging Markets Embrace Music on the Move

A new report published today by Juniper Research forecasts that the number of mobile users who pay a monthly subscription for access to music catalogues, either via download or streaming, will reach 178 million by 2015, more than triple the number of users doing so in 2010.


Mobile Music Opportunities Report:

While streaming is the buzz word in developed markets, developing economies represent a golden opportunity for mobile music subscription models.

Hampshire, UK (Vocus/PRWEB) 29 March 2011

A new report published today by Juniper Research forecasts that the number of mobile users who pay a monthly subscription for access to music catalogues, either via download or streaming, will reach 178 million by 2015, more than triple the number of users doing so in 2010.
In emerging markets, such as China and India, where subscriber penetration is growing quickly and the number of these subscribers with access to 3G networks is also increasing, subscribing to mobile music services will become increasingly popular. India, in particular, is a strong market for music given its links to the Bollywood film industry.
Mobile Music Opportunities report author Daniel Ashdown argues: “While streaming is the buzz word in developed markets, we should not forget that it is in markets where a combination of a large population, rising mobile subscriber penetration, and developing economies that represent a golden opportunity for mobile music services. Subscription models offer affordable access to large catalogues of music, and a regular income for mobile operators such as China Mobile and Bharti Airtel.”

However, in other areas of mobile music, the story is much different. The ringtone market, which has been in decline for a number of years, will continue to do so. Mobile device users are increasingly finding that web-based services and even on-device apps can enable them to create their own ringtones – which negates the need to purchase ready-made ringtones.

Other key findings of the report are that:
Ringback tones will remain largely a phenomena of the Chinese market
The market for mobile music videos will grow steadily over the forecast period
Mobile music, in general, will grow strongly – reaching $5.5 billion in 2015

The Mobile Music whitepaper, ‘Mobile music hits the right note’ and further details of the study ‘Mobile Music Opportunities: Market Size, Strategic Analysis & Forecasts 2011-2015’ are available to download at http://www.juniperresearch.com.
Juniper Research provides research and analytical services to the global hi-tech communications sector, providing consultancy, analyst reports and industry commentary.

John Levett
Juniper Research
T: +44(0)1256 830 001
E: john(dot)levett(at)juniperresearch(dot)com

article about the three deal:

Carrier Three drives sales of mobile music content via social integration
by NICHE on FEBRUARY 2, 2011

Three UK taps Livewire Mobile to drive mobile content sales
British carrier Three UK has extended a new Facebook and Twitter-friendly music store from Android-based handsets to more of its mobile phone customers.

The Three music store, powered by Livewire Mobile Inc.’s Fonestarz Media, lets consumers download full tracks, ringtones and music videos directly to their handsets. It has the option to automatically update a customer’s status on Twitter and Facebook with the latest music they have purchased, thus adding a viral element to spread the word about the store.

“We’ve been doing browser based-services for Three UK for a while, and we launched a full-track download service that is a browser-based on-deck portal for Android-based phones,” said Dave Moreau, chief operating officer of Livewire Mobile, Cambridge, England.

“We built Facebook and Twitter into the music store for the first time so that once people buy tracks, they can notify their friends about what they bought, where they bought it and how they get there, an obvious piece of digital marketing,” he said. “If they enjoy it, they can broadcast it to their friends.

“These days, it’s all about navigation, so it makes sense to use social media as much as possible—Three UK has continually innovated around mobile content, and the next step is a downloadable app.”

Three UK is a member of the Huchison Whampoa Ltd. group of companies, which include 3G operations in Austria, Denmark, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Macau and Sweden.

Three has more than 6.2 million customers in Britain and the 3 Group has 28 million-plus worldwide.

Livewire Mobile specializes in managed personalization and music services, including ringback tones, advertising ringback, ringtones, DRM-free mobile full-track music and videos, storefronts and other applications, as well as dedicated content and service marketing, integrated storefront management and merchandising.

On-deck mobile Web storefront
The browser-based store features music from major and independent record labels, including Sony, Universal, Warner, EMI and Vidzone.

The on-deck mobile music content store also comes with My Music Club, a section that provides special offers and promotions.

The new music store is designed to make it easier for customers on Three’s mobile Internet network to access the latest tracks on their handsets.

Customers can access the store through Three’s on-deck mobile phone portal by clicking on the Three music store icon.

The standard price for full tracks and videos is around $ 2, but the carrier offers other bundles and special promotions.

The purchases show up on customers’ phone bill.

The music store has been available on Android handsets on the Three network since December and is delivered by Fonestarz, a part of U.S.-based Livewire Mobile.

The company works extensively with Three UK, previously running a variety of related content services.



The full service is not yet available for Apple iOS or Windows Phone 7 customers.

Three is getting the word out about the Android-optimized storefront by running a major promotion across its Web portal.

In addition, Three sent out an SMS blast to 200,000 users over this past weekend, and the carrier is planning a series of PR events featuring music artists to promote the new music store over the course of the coming year.

“Three UK is going to use their resources for marketing—they always back their content services with promotions,” Mr. Moreau said. “Android is as popular in Europe as it is in other markets around the world.

“We are quite surprised about the number of Android phones that are downloading content from our carrier partners’ browser-based stores,” he said.

http://nicheretail.com/2011/02/carrier-three-drives-sales-of-mobile-music-content-via-social-integration/

Livewire Mobile to Expand Suite of Mobile Advertising Services

Newest Ringspot Service to Allow Wireless Carriers to Incentivize Consumers Opting to Hear Targeted Marketing Messages

LITTLETON, Mass., Feb 11, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- A new mobile advertising service that allows callers to opt in for short marketing messages while waiting for their call to connect is being introduced by Livewire Mobile (Pinksheets: LVWR) in collaboration with Adfortel, a Netherlands-based developer of mobile advertising solutions.
This latest version of the Ringspot(TM) service, part of Livewire Mobile's family of mobile advertising solutions, is planned to feature Adfortel's VoiceAds Engine technology. Consumers who subscribe are able to hear and engage with targeted audio commercials instead of ringing or music when waiting for a call to connect. They are rewarded for opting in to this service with a variety of incentives from their carriers.

Carriers offering the service are able to generate additional revenue while increasing customer loyalty. Advertisers benefit from the new medium since all consumer exposure is permission-based and ads are always heard by the target group. This focused approach to one-to-one marketing provides that there is no waste and that advertising dollars are spent on accurately communicating with the required audience.

This latest service is in addition to Livewire Mobile's first Ringspot service, which allows mobile operators to offer consumers the latest personalization option for their mobile devices -- an ad replacing the ring that their callers can hear. Whether to the callers or to the subscribers, Ringspot ads can be made interactive, allowing callers to engage by pressing a button to receive more information via a text message.

According to a recent report from Juniper Research, mobile advertising in the ringback space is expected to top $780 million annually by 2015.

"Livewire Mobile continues to develop innovative platform and service offerings providing the broadest range of value-added services," said Matthew Stecker, president and CEO, Livewire Mobile. "Our Ringspot service is designed to allow carriers to take part in mobile marketing, one of the market segments with significant upside growth potential."

The new Ringspot service is planned for Q2 2011. For more information about the Livewire Mobile's Ringspot services, email sales@livewiremobile.com or visit www.livewiremobile.com.

About Adfortel

Adfortel develops and provides mobile advertising solutions for mobile operators, media groups, advertising agencies and brands. Adfortel has strong partnerships with media agencies to ensure inventory allocation and market research into the effectiveness of mobile advertising channels like VoiceAds. For more information, please visit www.adfortel.com.

About Livewire Mobile

Livewire Mobile (Pinksheets: LVWR), together with its recent acquisition of FoneStarz Media Group, is a Mobile Internet Powerhouse with one of the most comprehensive one-stop digital content solutions for carriers, handset manufacturers and media companies entering the mobile content market. The Company's integrated suite of personalization services includes ringback tones, ringtones, DRM-free mobile full-track music and videos, fully integrated storefronts, extensive content, and other applications, as well as dedicated content marketing, mobile advertising solutions, and integrated storefront management and merchandising. For more information, please visit www.livewiremobile.com.

Livewire Mobile is a registered service mark and Ringspot is a trademark of Livewire Mobile, Inc. Other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

Statements other than historical facts included or referred to in this Press Release are "forward-looking statements", including forward-looking statements about our planned introduction of a new mobile advertising service in collaboration with Adfortel, our expectation to feature Adfortel's VoiceAds Engine technology, our plans to continue to develop innovative platform and service offerings providing the broadest range of value-added services, mobile marketing's significant upside growth potential and the planned launch of the new Ringspot service in Q2 2011. These statements are based on management's expectations as of the date of this document and are subject to uncertainties and changes in circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from these expectations due to risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to uncertainties with respect to our planned introduction of a new mobile advertising service in collaboration with Adfortel, our expectation to feature Adfortel's VoiceAds Engine technology, our plans to continue to develop innovative platform and service offerings providing the broadest range of value-added services, mobile marketing's significant upside growth potential, the planned launch of the new Ringspot service in Q2 2011 and other risks. In addition, while management may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point in the future, management specifically disclaims any obligation to do so, even if its estimates or expectations change. Any reference to our website in this press release is not intended to incorporate the contents thereof into this press release or any other public announcement.

SOURCE: Livewire Mobile

CONTACT:
Media Relations: Feintuch Communications Christa Conte / Savannah Tikotsky 212-808-4902 / 212-808-4903 christa@feintuchpr.com / savannah@feintuchpr.com or Investor Relations: Livewire Mobile, Inc. Todd Donahue, CFO 978-742-3167 todd_donahue@livewiremobile.com or Adfortel, B.V. Igor Hendriksen, CEO +31 (0)10 477 32 44 igor@adfortel.com

--> ringtone advertising:

Juniper predicts $780m of annual ringback tone advertising by 2015

by Stuart Dredge
Tuesday, January 18th 2011 at 11:51am


Finds campaigns already proving successful in markets like Turkey, with China and India set to fuel spending further

Advertising within ringback tone services will top $780 million annually by 2015, claims the latest report from Juniper Research.

Pie in the sky? Juniper reckons good money is being made already from RBT ads in some countries. For example, it cites the example of a branded Pepsi ringback tone on Turkcell's TonlaKazan service, which was apparently heard by five million people across 25 million calls.

The report points to countries like China and India as being set for growth in ad-supported RBT services, with users increasingly shifting from paid services in order to get the free airtime offered by operators if they agree to use branded tones for their voicemail.

Author Dr Windsor Holden says it will be important for operators to avoid intrusive RBT ads, however.

"While ringback tone advertising has a number of potential benefits for network operators – notably providing a new revenue stream and reducing customer churn – both they and the brands must ensure that the advertising is contextual and does not jar with those listening," he says.

"Otherwise all parties – operators, brands, even the service subscribers – could face a backlash from disgruntled callers, conceivably resulting in a decline in network voice traffic."

Juniper's report suggests that the $780 million of ringback tone advertising in 2015 will account for 6.8% of the overall $11.5 billion of spending on all forms of mobile advertising that year.

http://www.mobile-ent.biz/news/read/juniper-predicts-780m-of-annual-ringback-tone-advertising-by-201

"Three UK Extends New Facebook and Twitter-Friendly Music Store to More Customers"

New music store available for Three mobile phone customers

LONDON & LITTLETON, Mass., Jan 26, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Three UK has today extended a new Facebook and Twitter-friendly music store to more of its mobile phone customers, following the success of the service on Android-based handsets.
The Three music store, powered by FoneStarz Media, allows people to download tracks direct to their handsets and has the option to automatically update a customer's status on Twitter and Facebook with the latest music they have purchased.

The browser-based store features music from all major and leading independent record labels including Sony, Universal, Warner, EMI and Vidzone. It also comes with My Music Club, a section that provides special offers and promotions. The new music store makes it easier for customers on Three's award-winning mobile Internet network to access the latest tracks on their handsets. Customers can access the store through Three's mobile phone portal and clicking on the Three music store.

Neil Andrews, Three UK head of media sales and content services said, "Thanks to Three's high-speed mobile Internet network, it is even easier for customers to download music tracks to their mobile phone wherever they are. The service has proven that people are keen to recommend music amongst their friends on Facebook and Twitter, giving access to a wider range of music than ever before."

The music store has been available on Android handsets on the Three network since December and is delivered by FoneStarz, a part of U.S.-based Livewire Mobile, Inc. The company works extensively with Three UK, previously running a variety of related content services. The full service is not though available for Apple OS or WP7 customers.

Dave Moreau, Livewire Mobile's COO, said, "The new store has been extremely well received by Three UK's Android customers. The level of sales of music tracks we are seeing shows how much smartphone customers are tuned in to browser-based portals, especially when the merchandising is right.

"Three UK gives its customers one of the best mobile entertainment experiences and we're proud to be part of that success story."

Susie Lucas, Universal Head of Mobile, added, "It's great to see Three developing the music store and launching its service on the Android Platform. This is another illustration of the demand for music in the UK market across multiple and varied channels. We will continue working hard with Three to develop innovative ways to reach and deliver music to its customers."

About Three UK

Three is a communications company focused on bringing the benefits of the internet to mobile communications. We offer attractive pricing and give our customers the widest choice of ways to stay connected. To do this we've built the UK's biggest high-speed mobile broadband network. Three UK is a member of the HWL group of companies, which include 3G operations in Austria, Denmark, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Macau and Sweden.

Three facts about Three:

- Three launched the UK's first 3G high-speed mobile network offering national coverage for calls and texts, and has over 97.4% population coverage for mobile internet services.

- Three has more than 6.2 million customers in the UK and the 3 Group has over 28 million worldwide.

- Three is the UK market-leader for mobile broadband, and came first in the two most recent YouGov surveys of Mobile Broadband customers. The YouGov Smartphone Mobile Internet Experience Report (SMIX) and iPhone survey results also see Three rated as the best network for speed and value by Smartphone customers using mobile internet, and as the best network for the iPhone.

For more information about Three UK, please visit www.three.co.uk or call the Three Media Office on 0845 6038333.

About FoneStarz Media Group Ltd

FoneStarz Media Group, a subsidiary of Livewire Mobile, Inc., hosts, manages and retails music, wallpapers, animations, short-form video, personalization products, audio and editorial services across operator and OEM channels around the world. Recognised globally as a leader in the mobile content industry, FoneStarz manages these products on the portals of a number of major mobile network operators. The company's content management system allows the dynamic selection, publishing and mobile web retailing from its portfolio of more than 140 licensed content owners.

FoneStarz, which works with a number of major music and media brands, was acquired by Livewire Mobile (LVWR.PK) in December 2010, making it a leading mobile entertainment powerhouse.

Livewire Mobile is a world leader in managed personalization and music services. Livewire Mobile's integrated suite of personalization services includes ringback tones, advertising ringback, ringtones, DRM-free mobile full-track music and videos, fully integrated storefronts, and other applications, as well as dedicated content and service marketing, integrated storefront management and merchandising. For more information, please visit www.livewiremobile.com.

Livewire Mobile is a registered service mark of Livewire Mobile, Inc.

Statements other than historical facts included or referred to in this Press Release are "forward-looking statements", including forward-looking statements about our view on how much smart phone customers are tuned in to browser based portals, especially when the merchandising is right. These statements are based on management's expectations as of the date of this document and are subject to uncertainties and changes in circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from these expectations due to risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, uncertainties with respect to our view on how much smart phone customers are tuned in to browser based portals, especially when the merchandising is right and other risks. In addition, while management may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point in the future, management specifically disclaims any obligation to do so, even if its estimates change. Any reference to our website in this press release is not intended to incorporate the contents thereof into this press release or any other public announcement.

SOURCE: Livewire Mobile, Inc.

CONTACT:
Media Relations: Feintuch Communications Christa Conte / Savannah Tikotsky (212) 808-4902 / (212) 808-4903 christa@feintuchpr.com / savannah@feintuchpr.com or Investor Relations: Livewire Mobile, Inc. Todd Donahue, CFO, 978-742-3167 todd_donahue@livewiremobile.com
Copyright Business Wire 2011

Fonestarz related stuff :


FoneStarz to Manage Vodafone Egypt's Mobile Content Store:

http://www.cellular-news.com/story/37758.php

LG Offering Mobile Content Sales Direct to Phone Owners:

http://www.cellular-news.com/story/33941.php

Walt Disney Expands European Mobile Content Distribution:

http://www.cellular-news.com/story/29106.php

FoneStarz Delivers Ground-Breaking Music Service To Vodafone New Zealand:

http://www.mobilemarketingmagazine.com/content/voda-nz-hands-music-task-fonestarz

http://www.fonestarz.com/newspr/fonestarz-delivers-groundbreaking-music-service-to-vodafone-new-zealand

Bringing The Magic of Disney to Vodafone 360:

http://www.fonestarz.com/newspr/bringing-the-magic-of-disney-to-vodafone-360

Playboy extends mobile content offering:

http://www.mobile-ent.biz/news/read/playboy-extends-mobile-content-offering

Livewire Mobile To Continue Powering Sprint Music Store

Livewire Mobile’s Full-Track Music Service Provides On-the-Go Music Anytime, Anywhere to Sprint Subscribers

LITTLETON, Mass., December 21, 2010 – Livewire Mobile (Pinksheets: LVWR) today announced an extension to its five-year relationship with Sprint to continue operating the Sprint Music Store through the end of 2012.

The two-year contract extension, unless earlier terminated, will allow existing users of Sprint's Music Store to continue purchasing and downloading music from a catalog of nearly four million tracks powered by the Livewire Mobile service. The service is available throughout Sprint's coverage area and supports multiple in-market devices.

“We began working with Sprint five years ago to launch the first over-the-air mobile music download service in the U.S. market, and we value the opportunity to continue our strong partnership together through 2012,” said Matthew Stecker, president and CEO, Livewire Mobile. “This milestone underscores the value of our service to Sprint and we look forward to continuing to provide their subscribers the ability to purchase, download and play music from their mobile device - anytime, anywhere.”

As part of the extension, we expect that changes in the commercial terms of the Sprint Music Store will result in a reduction in revenues for this service from historical levels beginning January 1, 2011, and a corresponding reduction in cash flows from this service due to the expected reduction in the revenues as well as changes in the timing of payments to be received from Sprint for the service. The Company expects the reduction in revenues to be mitigated by its recent acquisition of FoneStarz Media Group and expected growth in its other products and services.

For more information about the Livewire Mobile full track music service, email sales@livewiremobile.com or visit www.livewiremobile.com.

About Livewire Mobile
Livewire Mobile (Pinksheets: LVWR), together with its recent acquisition of FoneStarz Media Group, is a Mobile Media Powerhouse with one of the most comprehensive one-stop digital content solutions for carriers, handset manufacturers and media companies entering the mobile content market. The Company’s integrated suite of personalization services includes ringback tones, advertising ringback, ringtones, DRM-free mobile full-track music and videos, fully integrated storefronts, extensive content, and other applications, as well as dedicated content and service marketing, integrated storefront management and merchandising. For more information, please visit www.livewiremobile.com.

Livewire Mobile is a registered service mark of Livewire Mobile, Inc. Other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

Statements other than historical facts included or referred to in this press release are “forward-looking statements” including our belief that the Company and Sprint will continue to operate the Sprint Music Store through the end of 2012, our looking forward to continuing to provide Sprint subscribers the ability to purchase, download and play music from their mobile device - anytime, anywhere, and our expectation that changes in the commercial terms of the Sprint Music Store will result in a reduction in revenues for this service from historical levels beginning January 1, 2011 and a corresponding expected reduction in cash flows from this service due to the expected reduction in the revenues as well as changes in the timing of payments to be received from Sprint for the service, and our expectation of the reduction in revenues to be mitigated by our recent acquisition of FoneStarz Media Group and expected growth in our other products and services. These statements are based on management’s expectations as of the date of this document and are subject to uncertainties and changes in circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from these expectations due to risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, uncertainties with respect to our belief that Sprint and the Company will continue to operate the Sprint Music Store through the end of 2012, our looking forward to continuing to provide Sprint subscribers the ability to purchase, download and play music from their mobile device - anytime, anywhere, our expectation that changes in the commercial terms of the Sprint Music Store will result in a reduction in revenues for this service from historical levels beginning January 1, 2011 and a corresponding expected reduction in cash flows from this service due to the expected reduction in the revenues as well as changes in the timing of payments to be received from Sprint for the service, our expectation of the reduction in revenues to be mitigated by our recent acquisition of FoneStarz Media Group and expected growth in our other products and services, and other risks. In addition, while management may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point in the future, management specifically disclaims any obligation to do so, even if its estimates change. Any reference to our website in this press release is not intended to incorporate the contents thereof into this press release or any other public announcement.


Media Relations:
Christa Conte / Savannah Tikotsky
Feintuch Communications
(212) 808-4902 / (212) 808-4903
christa@feintuchpr.com / savannah@feintuchpr.com

Investor Relations:
Livewire Mobile, Inc.
Todd Donahue, CFO
978-742-3167
todd_donahue@livewiremobile.com

Livewire Mobile Acquires FoneStarz Media Group



Two Firms Create a Mobile Content Powerhouse Offering Expanded Mobile Personalization, Apps and Digital Music Services

LITTLETON, Mass. and CAMBRIDGESHIRE, U.K., December 17, 2010 – Livewire Mobile, Inc. (Pinksheets: LVWR), a world leader in mobile music and content, announced today that it has acquired FoneStarz Media Group Limited, an award-winning mobile digital storefront and mobile content supplier currently working with many of the world’s largest telecom and media brands.

The combination of the two companies creates a mobile content powerhouse with a broad content-offering that includes application distribution, ringback, full-track music, video, advertising, ringtones, images and games. Furthermore, the acquisition expands Livewire Mobile’s market reach to more than 400 million subscribers at over 40 mobile operators in nearly 30 countries, providing one of the most comprehensive one-stop digital content solutions for carriers, handset manufacturers and other media companies entering the mobile content market.

Based in Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom, FoneStarz has a successful track record of retailing mobile entertainment content for mobile network operators. It manages cutting edge digital content services, from its proprietary merchandising and delivery platform for 11 mobile operators in eight countries around the world.

FoneStarz services are currently deployed with premier operators including Vodafone, Hutchison 3 and O2 in countries including the U.K., Ireland, Denmark, Sweden, Austria, New Zealand, South Africa and Egypt. It works with a number of other Tier 1 and 2 operators and has content aggregation agreements with handset manufacturers including Nokia, Sony Ericsson, Samsung and LG, and content licenses with more than 140 media companies, including Disney, Playboy, Turner, American Greetings and Manchester United.
Livewire Mobile plans to incorporate the FoneStarz platform into its InfuseTM integrated storefront solution for mobile operators, as well as its recently launched MediadromeTM direct-to-consumer music service.

Together, the companies bring extensive global experience and market-leading technical infrastructures, providing a platform for rapid strategic growth in new and existing territories and positioning them alongside firms such as Motricity, RealNetworks and Zed in the fast-growing mobile content market. The management team is headed up by Matthew Stecker, CEO, Livewire Mobile and Dave Moreau, CEO and founder of FoneStarz, who will become COO of the combined company. They intend to grow the combined business by exploiting its product set and extending services across six continents.

“As we stated earlier this year, we refocused our company resources toward providing our global partners and customers with an innovative suite of products and end-to-end services,” said Mr. Stecker. “Now, with this combination of two complementary companies, we are creating an even stronger organization with a broadened product suite, improved service and support worldwide and increased cross-selling opportunities to an expanded customer base.”

Mr. Moreau added: “We spent some time looking for a partner that offered a strategic fit in terms of product roadmap and territorial expansion. Scale is vital in this fast moving, global market and we believe Livewire Mobile and FoneStarz together will be able to provide a preeminent digital solution for mobile network operators, handset manufacturers and media businesses.”

Terms of the Deal

Total consideration for the acquisition completed on December 17, 2010 is estimated to be approximately USD $4.0 million. Under the terms of the acquisition, a subsidiary of Livewire Mobile acquired all of the issued share capital of FoneStarz from its shareholders for a cash payment of USD $2.3 million at closing. Additionally, the cash consideration may be increased by USD $350,000 if certain conditions are met during the first twelve months subsequent to the closing. At closing, FoneStarz had net liabilities of approximately USD$1.3 million. For its fiscal year ended November 30, 2010, FoneStarz had unaudited, unadjusted total revenues of approximately USD $4 million and profit after tax of approximately USD $0.2 million, on a UK GAAP basis. Livewire mobile had cash of approximately $7.3 million as of September 30, 2010.

Net Operating Losses (NOLs) Protective Provisions

During the third quarter of 2010, the Company received shareholder approval to amend its articles of incorporation in order to protect its NOLs (the "NOL Protective Measures") and those measures are now in effect. Under the NOL Protective Measures any person, company or investment firm that wishes to become a "5% shareholder" of Livewire Mobile, Inc. must first obtain a waiver from the Company's board of directors. In addition, any person, company or investment firm that is already a "5% shareholder" of Livewire Mobile, Inc. cannot make any additional purchases of Livewire Mobile, Inc. stock without a waiver from the Company's board of directors.

Livewire Mobile, Inc. strongly urges that any stockholder contemplating owning more than 185,000 shares contact the Company before doing so.
About FoneStarz Media Group
FoneStarz powers the mobile content experience for Operators, OEMs and branded media partners around the world. Its managed portal services deliver results, improving the customer experience and delivering mobile entertainment products available to more than 4,000 different handsets. Automated device detection, optimized content delivery, application and widget development and real-time analytics are all combined with a retailing ethos that drives the company.

About Livewire Mobile
Livewire Mobile (Pinksheets: LVWR) is a world leader in managed personalization and music services. Livewire Mobile’s integrated suite of personalization services includes ringback tones, advertising ringback, ringtones, DRM-free mobile full-track music and videos, fully integrated storefronts, and other applications, as well as dedicated content and service marketing, integrated storefront management and merchandising. For more information, please visit www.livewiremobile.com.

Livewire Mobile is a registered service mark and Infuse and Mediadrome are trademarks of Livewire Mobile, Inc. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Statements other than historical facts included or referred to in this Press Release are “forward-looking statements”, including forward-looking statements about our plans to incorporate the FoneStarz platform into our InfuseTM integrated storefront solution for mobile operators, as well as our recently launched MediadromeTM direct-to-consumer music service, our intention to grow the combined business by exploiting its product set and extending services across six continents, the refocus of our company resources toward providing our global partners and customers with an innovative suite of products and end-to-end services, increased cross-selling opportunities to an expanded customer base from our acquisition of Fonestarz, that Dave Moreau will become COO of the combined company, that for its fiscal year ended November 30, 2010, which is unadjusted and unaudited, FoneStarz had total revenues of approximately USD $4 million and profit after tax of approximately USD $0.2 million on a UK GAAP basis, and our belief that Livewire Mobile and FoneStarz together will be able to provide a preeminent digital solution for mobile network operators, handset manufacturers and media businesses. These statements are based on management’s expectations as of the date of this document and are subject to uncertainties and changes in circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from these expectations due to risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, uncertainties with respect to our plans to incorporate the FoneStarz platform into our InfuseTM integrated storefront solution for mobile operators, as well as our recently launched MediadromeTM direct-to-consumer music service, our intention to grow the combined business by exploiting its product set and extending services across six continents, the refocus of our company resources toward providing our global partners and customers with an innovative suite of products and end-to-end services, increased cross-selling opportunities to an expanded customer base from our acquisition of Fonestarz, that Dave Moreau will become COO of the combined company, that for its fiscal year ended November 30, 2010, which is unadjusted and unaudited, FoneStarz had total revenues of approximately USD $4 million and profit after tax of approximately USD $0.2 million on a UK GAAP basis, and our belief that Livewire Mobile and FoneStarz together will be able to provide a preeminent digital solution for mobile network operators, handset manufacturers and media businesses and other risks. In addition, while management may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point in the future, management specifically disclaims any obligation to do so, even if its estimates change. Any reference to our website in this press release is not intended to incorporate the contents thereof into this press release or any other public announcement.

North American Media Relations:
Christa Conte / Savannah Tikotsky
Feintuch Communications
(212) 808-4902 / (212) 808-4903
christa@feintuchpr.com / savannah@feintuchpr.com

European Media Relations :
Leanne Tritton / Seamus O’Keeffe
INGMedia
+44 (0) 20 7392 1990 / +44 (0) 20 7392 1987
Leanne@ing-media.com / Seamus@ing-media.com


Investor Relations:
Livewire Mobile, Inc.
Todd Donahue, CFO
978-742-3167
todd_donahue@livewiremobile.com

Did anyone of you notice that two of the companies Karen Singer owns also tons of shares are in the headlines atm??

Pmug wants to aquire Arbx (ridicolous offer imo): http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Arbinet-Corporation-to-be-prnews-3853988684.html?x=0&.v=1

now there will be an investigation against the BOD of Arbx: http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Law-Offices-of-Howard-G-Smith-bw-566284788.html?x=0&.v=2