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Conectiv Expands Packaged Media Platform Through Strategic Partnership with Universal and Warner Bros.

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MEMPHIS, Tenn., Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Conectiv Supply Chain Solutions and its affiliates (Conectiv) today announced the acquisition of Studio Distribution Services (SDS) from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment (Universal) and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment (Warner Bros.), the next step in a long-standing partnership focused on strengthening the packaged media format.

As part of the transaction, Conectiv has entered into exclusive, long-term licensing agreements with Universal and Warner Bros. to provide end-to-end supply chain services for the studios’ packaged media businesses. The agreements make Conectiv the exclusive operating platform supporting the physical home entertainment businesses of two of the world’s leading studios.

The transaction reflects a shared commitment by Conectiv, Universal and Warner Bros. to a resilient, customer-focused packaged media supply chain. By combining SDS’s sales and distribution capabilities with Conectiv’s manufacturing, fulfillment, and supply chain expertise, the companies are building a stronger platform to serve studios, retailers, and consumers.

Leaders from Universal and Warner Bros. said the transaction builds on years of collaboration with Conectiv and marks the next step in their shared vision for the packaged media business.

“The physical media business continues to be a vital part of the home entertainment ecosystem, and our commitment to the category remains strong as we thoughtfully evolve alongside changing market conditions and consumer behaviors,” said Justin Che, President, Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. “Drawing upon the success of our longstanding partnership with Conectiv, this transaction marks the next step in the evolution of Universal’s physical media operations, creating a stronger domestic distribution and supply chain model that is more agile, integrated and competitive in an increasingly dynamic marketplace.”

Mike Takac, Head of Transactional Sales at Warner Bros. said: “We are pleased to support Conectiv as it builds on the strong foundation and partnership established through Studio Distribution Services. Warner Bros. is committed to making our famed content available wherever our fans choose to engage with it, and physical media continues to be an important part of this strategy. This transition will ensure consumers and retailers continue to receive the outstanding support and availability they’ve come to trust.”

“We are honored by the confidence Universal and Warner Bros. have placed in Conectiv,” said Rob Wipper, Chief Executive Officer of Conectiv. “This is more than the coming together of two businesses. It reflects a shared commitment to the future of packaged media and to the customers and consumers who continue to value physical entertainment. Through the acquisition of SDS and our exclusive licensing agreements with Universal and Warner Bros., Conectiv is now the industry’s most comprehensive packaged media platform. We remain committed to investing in the capabilities, innovation, and customer service that will strengthen this category for years to come.”

Building the Industry’s Leading Packaged Media Platform

The transaction expands Conectiv’s capabilities by:

Establishing Conectiv as the exclusive licensed operating partner for the packaged media businesses of Universal and Warner Bros.Broadening relationships with leading studio and retail partnersCreating a stronger platform for continued innovation, customer service, and long-term growth

SDS will initially operate as a standalone operation to ensure a seamless transition for customers, employees, and partners, followed by a phased integration plan focused on maintaining service levels for all stakeholders.

The combined platform brings together:

Licensed content managementSupply chain management expertiseScaled manufacturing, fulfillment and logisticsIntegrated service offeringsOmnichannel distribution

Together, these capabilities simplify supply chains, improve responsiveness, and help customers navigate an evolving marketplace with confidence.

“This is an important milestone in Conectiv’s strategy to build the industry’s leading packaged media platform,” added Wipper. “We are excited to begin this next chapter alongside our studio partners and remain committed to the stability, flexibility, and trusted execution our customers expect.”

Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

About Conectiv Conectiv is a portfolio company of Variant Equity, a private equity firm based in Los Angeles, California. Conectiv delivers integrated supply chain solutions that help customers reduce complexity, improve agility, and scale with confidence. Through flexible service models, operational expertise, and a customer-first approach, Conectiv partners with leading companies to build efficient, resilient solutions that support growth in dynamic markets.

About SDS SDS provides sales, distribution, and supply chain solutions for leading studio and retail customers. Its experienced team, established customer relationships, and operational expertise strengthen Conectiv’s ability to deliver flexible, reliable, and value-driven solutions.

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TIMEX DECLARES TODAY ANALOG LIFE DAY

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A National Invitation to Get Off the Clock and Into Life

An unexpected opening in your calendar? Don’t fill it. Live it.

SHELTON, Conn., Nov. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Timex, the Official Timekeeper of Analog Life, is declaring today, Friday, November 13, Analog Life Day, and giving everyone a reason to do something increasingly refreshing: spend time actually living it. 

In a world that never stops scrolling, refreshing or asking for more of our attention, Timex is inviting people to take some of it back.

Take the long lunch. Call the friend you keep meaning to see. Leave your headphones behind. Wander somewhere without a plan. Say yes to something spontaneous. Make a memory that doesn’t need to be posted to count.  No productivity hacks. No screen time challenge. No perfectly planned itinerary.  Just a reminder that the best moments in life rarely happen between notifications. 

For more than 170 years, Timex has helped people keep time. Today, we’re reminding everyone what it’s for.

No registration. No download. No algorithm.

Just one day. Your time. Your way.

Make Time Yours.

Civic PR for Timex – timex@civic-us.com

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BAE Systems selected as a mission-enabling space technologies partner for NASA PRIMA astrophysics program

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NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory mission to survey the history and evolution of the universe and bridge current scientific gaps

BROOMFIELD, Colo., Nov. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BAE Systems (LON: BA) announced today that its Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL)-led PRIMA (PRobe far-Infrared Mission for Astrophysics) team has been selected by NASA for the next phase of development in NASA’s new class of “Probe Explorers” astrophysics missions.   

BAE Systems will provide its Evolve+ spacecraft bus for the mission, lead the observatory assembly, integration and test process, and serve as the operations and ground lead for NASA’s JPL, the manager of the mission.   

“We are excited to continue our decades-long partnership with JPL through the PRIMA mission that will enable NASA to make significant discoveries on the history of the universe,” said Bonnie Patterson, vice president and general manager of civil space for BAE Systems. “The PRIMA mission will also help fill observation gaps with other NASA astrophysics missions, including the James Webb Space Telescope and other observatories, also supported by BAE Systems.”  

NASA’s PRIMA mission will use a highly sensitive, far-infrared space telescope that is designed to see parts of the universe that are hidden by dust. Using a 1.8-meter diameter telescope, it will observe the cosmos in far-infrared light, bridging the critical observation gap between the James Webb Space Telescope and ground-based radio observatories.

The mission will help scientists learn how stars, planets, galaxies and even water formed over time. It will reveal how these cosmic structures grow and change, providing a clearer picture of how our universe developed and evolved from its formation to the present.  

The PRIMA mission is currently advancing through Phase B development and is targeted for launch in 2033 for a five-year mission. Following a NASA confirmation review, the project will move toward full implementation.

BAE Systems will join numerous international space industry providers to support the PRIMA mission, including those from France, Italy, Canada, South Korea, Japan and the UK.

Through the PRIMA mission, BAE Systems continues its longstanding support of NASA’s astrophysics programs. This includes work on the Hubble Space Telescope, Chandra X-ray Observatory, James Webb Space Telescope and the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, among others.

For more information, please contact: 

Brian Rantala, BAE Systems 
Mobile: 720-995-8253 
brian.rantala@baesystems.us 

www.baesystems.com/en-us   
@BAESystemsInc  

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Why a Pocket Projector Could Be the Right Gift for Gamers and Sewists: Aurzen ZIP Pro

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IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The friend who hosts game night and the maker who dreads taping sewing patterns together might appreciate the same unexpected gift: a pocket projector. Aurzen ZIP Pro, a CES Innovation Awards 2027 Honoree, brings shared fun and sewing pattern projection together in one foldable projector.

Unlike a fixed TV, ZIP Pro is a gaming projector that moves with the gathering. Its larger shared image brings everyone into the adventure, whether you’re sharing maps during tabletop RPG sessions or cruising through neon-lit city streets in the upcoming AAA open-world titles. Direct USB-C support for Nintendo Switch makes it a convenient dock-free projector, letting friends play together instead of crowding around a handheld screen. Wired Game Mode offers 20–40ms response times for casual co-op and party games.

Beyond game nights, ZIP Pro brings the same flexibility to your sewing table. As a sewing projector, it lets you skip printing, taping and storing paper patterns, leaving more time for working with fabric. Native 1080p DLP and ToF autofocus help keep fine outlines clear, while adjustable support and four-point correction help align the image with your cutting surface. With less setup between an idea and the first cut, this compact sewing pattern projector helps you turn your ideas into a finished piece with greater confidence.

The ZIP Pro Basquiat Special Edition Bundle pairs the same hardware with artwork from the Basquiat estate. It includes the projector, two custom art shells, a custom GoPlay portable case and a mounting suite with MagPlay Pro and Z-Stand in a special-edition gift box. The interchangeable shells offer two different looks, making it a personal choice for Basquiat fans.

During the promotion from Nov.19-30, ZIP Pro is $579.99 (regularly $629.99); ZIP Pro Basquiat Special Edition Bundle is $649.99 (regularly $679.99). Buyers can choose a complimentary GoPlay Carry Bag or Z-Stand, limited to 50 gifts in total, first-come, first-served. A sitewide prize draw offers shoppers a chance to get their order for free.

About Aurzen

Aurzen is a global innovator in smart projection technology. By combining advanced optical engineering with intuitive software and user-focused design, Aurzen delivers products that bring big-screen experiences to any space. The company pioneered the world’s first Tri-Fold Truly Portable Projector, ZIP, and its designs have been recognized with multiple international awards, including the iF Design Award, Red Dot Award, G-Mark Award, and IDEA Award. For more information, visit www.aurzen.com.

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