04.06.10

Movaic Expands Distribution of the iZel to Japan

EVERETT, WA–(Marketwire - April 6, 2010) -  Movaic®, Inc. today announces a strategic agreement with Pleiades System Designs to distribute its popular iZel® (www.MyiZel.com), a truly portable stand for hands-free viewing of most popular smartphones, to retailers throughout Japan.

The iZel is entering the Japanese market as the popularity of the iPhone and iPod accessories are at an all-time high. The phenomenal success of the recent iPhone debut in Japan, where Apple has a 50-percent market share, has created a huge demand for iPhone accessories.

Mikio Motohashi, Managing Director of Pleiades, commented, “Pleiades has a strong history of distributing innovative accessories to iPod and iPhone enthusiasts in Japan. A unique product like the iZel fits well within our product line, and further strengthens our portfolio.”

The iZel’s innovative design has made it a top accessory for users of the iPhone and other mobile devices since its introduction a year ago. Consistently, independent reviewers have positioned the iZel in the top of its class. Planet iPhones recently ranked the iZel “The Best Overall” in a very detailed review of the top eight stands (http://planet-iphones.com/2010/02/25/the-last-stand-standing/) and iPhone Ness says, “The iZel is the best iPhone stand, hands down,” when it was compared to 13 competitive stands (http://www.iphoneness.com/iphone-accessories/7-cool-iphone-stands/).

More information about retailing the iZel in Japan is available at www.pleiadesdesigns.co.jp.

In the USA, the iZel is available from www.MyiZel.com or through Amazon.com.

About Movaic, Inc.
Founded in 2007 in the Pacific Northwest city of Everett, Washington USA, Movaic, Inc. focuses on innovative product development, brand building, and development consulting. Movaic’s vision is to grow a sophisticated company from a simple premise; spot the great opportunities, then collaborate with the brightest minds to develop the innovative products to respond to them.

Movaic’s founder is a world-renowned industrial design leader with an impressive track record of successful contributions to brands including VW/Audi, Boeing, Starbucks, Intermec, and Leviton resulting in numerous internationally recognized awards.

For more information about becoming a distributor, please contact John Bandringa (1-425-412-5530) or at jsbandringa@movaic.com.

About Pleiades System Designs
Established in 1996, Pleiades System Designs distributes computer peripheral equipment and Apple Mac accessories. In 2001, shortly after Apple Computer announced the iPod (1st Generation), Pleiades became recognized throughout Japan as the first company to import and distribute the iPod leather case by OWC in the United States. Since then, the company has rapidly expanded its line and in 2002 started distributing to the Apple Store Ginza in Tokyo, which was the first Apple retail store outside of the United States. Pleiades’s mission is to distribute innovative products and valuable great products in the world.

For more information about Pleiades System Designs, please contact Mikio Motohashi (+81-45-719-2471) or at ad@pleiadesdesigns.co.jp

09.19.09

“The Best iPhone Stand”

Recently, iPhoneNess reviewed 9 of the top iPhone Stands and ranked the iZel at the top, saying it’s “The best iPhone stand hands down.”  http://www.iphoneness.com/category/iphone-accessories/

Unlike other device stands, the iZel’s unique design provides a stable slip-resistant support for virtually every personal digital device on the market whether curved, flat, thin, or protected with a thick cover.  This is true for the device you have today and the one you’ll want in the future.  It can be easily adjusted to position your screen in portrait or landscape mode and set to a wide range of preferred viewing angles.

Visit www.myiZel.com or search “iZel” on Amazon.com or eBay.com

03.31.09

Movaic Unveils Portable Hands-Free Viewing Accessory for iPhone, iPod, Blackberry, Zune, Palm and similar smartphones.

Everett, WA. March 31, 2009 - Movaic®, Inc. today released the iZel^TM (www.MyiZel.com), a truly portable stand for hands-free viewing of most popular smartphones. Equally useful at home, in the office, or while traveling, it’s a welcome accessory for watching a video, monitoring e-mail, surfing the Web, or to simply position the device as a digital picture frame. It features a clever adjustment to support landscape or portrait viewing, and a viewing angle adjustment so that the screen’s view is always optimized. 

iPhone lovers are particularly careful with their phones, and the iZel’s slip resistant elastomer meets their desire to preserve the beauty of their investment. Every feature of the iZel has been thoughtfully designed to meet these users’ changing needs. The iZel is 100% designed and manufactured in the USA. 

“It’s like the creators of the iZel were reading my mind. As a frequent traveler, I’ve been looking for a way to prop up my iPhone so I could watch videos and still keep my hands free,” said Kristen Vaughn. “It is adjustable to hold in either screen orientation and is very sturdy. Best of all, it folds up flat and is very compact. The materials are high quality, the design is sleek and high tech…it’s perfect!” 

Availability and Pricing

The iZel is available now from www.MyiZel.com or through Amazon. The iZel MSRP is $24.95. Special introductory pricing of 10% off is available until April 30th, 2009. Use code IZEL4ME2 when ordering. 

About Movaic Inc.

Founded in 2007 in the Pacific Northwest city of Everett, Washington USA, Movaic Inc. focuses on innovative product development, brand building, and development consulting. Movaic’s vision is to grow a sophisticated company from a simple premise; spot the great opportunities, then collaborate with the brightest minds to develop the innovative products to respond to them.

Movaic’s Founder is a world-renowned industrial design leader with an impressive track record of successful contributions to brands including VW/Audi, Boeing, Starbucks, Intermec, and Leviton resulting in numerous internationally recognized awards.

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02.25.10

The Best iPhone Stand: iZel

Want to know which iPhone stand is the best overall?  Check out this incredibly detailed and accurate review of the top 8 iPhone stands by “Hilty” on Planet-iPhones.

http://planet-iphones.com/2010/02/25/the-last-stand-standing/

04.21.09

New iZel Photos

03.30.09

The US Patent and Trademark Office Registers Movaic

The United States Patent and Trademark office has officially granted Movaic registered status for the company’s brand name.

03.28.09

The Official iZel Launch

On Tuesday March 31^st, 2009 Movaic, Inc. will officially launch their iZel adjustable stand. While their innovative product has been available for a few months, customers have only been able to learn of the iZel through word of mouth or a lucky search online.  Through Movaic’s official launch, a large group of reviewers, retailers, and customers will be introduced to the iZel, raising the awareness of the product dramatically.