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New Products Report
April/May 2009


Pepsi Natural Launches In Select Markets

An all-new premium cola, Pepsi Natural is made with all-natural ingredients, including lightly sparkling water, natural sugar, natural caramel and kola nut extract. From the amount of bubbles to the foam that rises to the top of the beverage when it’s poured, Pepsi Natural offers a brand-new cola experience. Pepsi Natural is packaged in a sleek 12-oz. glass bottle and is available in single-serve and 4-packs initially in the premium and/or natural food aisles of retail outlets.


New Probiotic Supplement Aids Teeth And Gums

Sunstar Americas, manufacturer of GUM and Butler brand products, has introduced GUMPerioBalance, a probiotic supplement specifically created for oral health. GUM PerioBalance is a daily dental probiotic supplement that comes in a mint flavored lozenge specifically formulated to provide oral health benefits. It is clinically shown to reduce plaque and promote healthy teeth and gums in just 28 days.


Ecologica Organic Wine Arrives In U.S.

Biagio Cru and Estate Wines has announced the U.S. arrival of Ecologica, one of the first Fair Trade Certified(TM) and organic wines to be sold in the nation. The Ecologica line, produced by Argentina’s La Riojana, will include a Torrontes-Chardonnay blend as well as a Syrah/Malbec blend.

Darren Restivo, Marketing Director of Biagio Cru and Estate Wines, said “Ecologica combines a quality and affordable wine with a social conscience and healthy living.”


Juicy Juice Premieres Products For Immunity And Brain Development

Nestle Juicy Juice is premiering Juicy Juice Brain Development and Juicy Juice Immunity, fruit juice beverages fortified with nutrients. Juicy Juice Brain Development offers DHA, which is a building block for brain development during a child’s first two years. Juicy Juice Immunity offers zinc, vitamin C and prebiotic fiber.


CLIF Quench Sport Drink Is Introduced

Clif Bar & Co. has introduced its new sports drink, called CLIF Quench, made with all natural and 88% organic ingredients. CLIF Quench is all-natural and contains no artificial colors, sweeteners or preservatives. The bottle is made of 40% post-consumer recycled PET. The bottle and label are fully recyclable. CLIF Quench comes in four flavors: Fruit Punch, Orange, Lime-Ade & Strawberry Citrus.


Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew Debuts

Starbucks has found a way to offer a great cup of coffee that can be prepared instantly by just adding water. The instant Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew is full-bodied and flavorful, just like the Starbucks coffee consumers know and love. The magic is in a proprietary, all-natural process that microgrinds the coffee in a way that preserves all of their essential oils and flavor.


Honda Demonstrates A Walking Assist Device

American Honda Motor Co. is demonstrating its prototype walking assist device. Stride Management Assist is a lightweight, wearable device designed for people with weakened leg muscles, but who can still walk on their own. Based on information from hip angle sensors. the device calculates the amount and timing of the assistance to be provided.


Nintendo Introduces Wii MotionPlus

Nintendo’s new Wii MotionPlus accessory will take the motion-sensing controls of the popular Wii system to new levels of precision and performance. Wii MotionPlus tracks players’ movements in finer detail and with greater accuracy than ever before, building upon the innovative wireless function of the motion-sensing Wii Remote controller. “Wii MotionPlus represents a new evolution in video game control,” said Cammie Dunaway, Nintendo of America's Exec. V.P, Marketing.


Black & Decker Launches Electronic Motorized Locks

Black & Decker is launching motorized locks developed for interoperability with home automation and security systems. Key product features, especially for homeowners with security or automation systems already in place, include e-mail and text door lock status notifications, automatic security system arming and disarming, and remote locking and unlocking.


Wireless Occupancy Sensor From Lutron Turns Lights Off When Room Is Unoccupied

The Wireless Occupancy Sensor from Lutron Electronics saves energy by turning lights off when a room is unoccupied. Users simply place the sensor on the ceiling and replace a standard light switch with a compatible Lutron dimmer or switch - no wiring is required to the sensor. The unit has user-replaceable batteries, designed to last up to 10 years.


Dell Launches Adamo Brand

Dell has unveiled the world’s thinnest laptop with the new Adamo by Dell brand. Adamo, derived from the Latin word meaning “to fall in love,” will serve as a flagship in a line of products created with an unmatched combination of design aesthetics, personalization choices and new technologies. The Adamo is being supported by an innovative promotion campaign featuring high-fashion models that reinforces the “fall in love” positioning.


Red Rabbitt Refurbished Computers Are Launched

Redemtech has launched the Red Rabbitt brand of refurbished computers and accessories, the latest evolution in the company's Sustainable Computing strategy aimed at extending equipment lifecycles to protect the environment while making a positive impact on IT's bottom line. The Red Rabbitt product line features a wide range of desktop and notebook computers refurbished to OEM specifications.


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