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* 30MAY09 - Oxygino deploys Video Camera for remote management: GeckoTech has successfully completed the deployment of Bohio Grill's 6th camera as part of GT's DVR-Manage service. Now, the owner's of Bohio Grill, are able to monitor activity in 3 of their locations. Bohio Grill itself (Jaco), Bubbas (Jaco), and Oxygino (SJO). The Bohio Grill owners now have a single log-in from which they can view all 6 cameras simultaneously from the convenience of their home.. Or anywhere for that matter. Hats off to Nelson's deployment team for making this solution a reality. GeckoTech is hopeful to have 2 more cameras deployed to two new locations (part of the Bohio Grill Group) within the next 30 days.

* 29MAY09 - Video On Demand services pass first round of testing: GeckoTech has compeleted its first round of testing on its "entry level" video on demand services. The VoD solution will be offered as a managed service, and will be a total solution supported through GT's Convenience Practice area. The solution allows for the deployment of low cost VoD players that will be installed in hotel rooms and condomimiums. These players will, in turn, be able to access video content maintained on servers to be colocated on the physical properties. This solution will allow the HOA or Developer to create new revenue streams using VoD services. Pricing is expected to be standardised over the next 60 days.

* 15MAY09 - Daystar's Diamante investigates Home Entertianment add ons for potential buyers: GeckoTech has been asked to deliver detailed cabling designs for the various floor plans for Daystar's Diamante development. Diamante, one of Jaco's newest projects, is expected to be on line by year end. The cabling design will allow Daystar to offer prospective unit buyers and option to install/integrate first world convenience technologies.

* 15MAY09 - Los Altos Penthouse Entertainment/Automation contract awarded: GeckoTech's "Convenience Practice Area" has started the preliminary design work for the Penthouse of one of Manuel Antonio's most prestigious projects. This design will include whole house audio, video, and lighting. Gideon Ellinger, GT's Dir of Business Development, will serve as account manager for this project. Ramon Omar, Dir of Convenience Technologies will spear head this design effort.

* 23APR09 - William McMenemy joins GeckoTech's managmenet team: William McMenemy, previously CEO w/ Dell Labs (Sally Hansen Beauty Products) has joined GeckoTech's management team. Bill will be responsible for the company's strategic direction. Bill's near term objectives is to build a cohesive business development team. At the same time Bill will enhance GT's brand recognition in Costa Rica. Welcome aboard Bill!!

* 22APR09 - Smart Thermostat Integration: GeckoTech will launch its "intelligent" thermostat technology this month. This technology is expected to offer substantial savings in energy consumption by using intelligent, web controlled AC thermostat systems. Property managers are VERY interested in this solution as it will allow them to save significantly on utility expense. No longer will the PM be required to dispatch staff to the property to "turn off" the AC when a guest checks out. In today's economy, this solution will be a "win win" for both PM and unit owners alike.

* 20APR09 - BohioGrill looks to GeckoTech for managed service of Video Surveillance: oGeckoTech is finalizing the installation of yet another vDVR (video surveillance system) as a managed service. This managed services leverages the "best of breed" DVR software from Milestone. We are very excited to get this solution on line as it opens up other opportunities for such as "city wide" camera sharing and viewing.

* 18APR09 - Successful first test of GeckoTech's "vAC" building access control system: Working with its our off-shore programmers, GeckoTech has successfully completed first round testing of its long awaited Access Control software. This new software system will allow GeckoTech to offer building access control solutions without being tied to a specific vendor/technology. GeckoTech is hoping for the first deployment of this system in early 2010.

* 10APR09 - GeckoTech signs first US Point of Sale client: GeckoTech has inked a deal to provide 4 point of sale terminals to GrandBar and Muskegon Bar in Grand Rapids, MI. This comes after successful deployments to the owners Costa Rican restaurants. Nelson's team expects to have these new POS terminals online by the end of May. This is GeckoTech's first step in opening up the US Point of Sale market.

* 01APR09 - Gideon Ellinger joins GT Business Development Team: We are very pleased to announce the addition of Gideon Ellinger to GeckoTech's business development team. Gideon, a native of Texas, has a distinguished carreer selling for companies such as Dell and Hitachi. Welcome aboard!

* 12MAR09 - Vista Las Palmas Infrastructure Finalized: Congratulations Nelson Spotorno and the GeckoTech delivery team. Job well done. Lots of satisfied unit owners with Voice and Data systems, now living secure with GeckoTech's video surveillance system

* 05MAR09 - Villa Montana back on track: GeckoTech is pleased to announce that the Villa Montana project, which had been postponed due to unforeseen issues, has recently communicated that the project is back on track. GeckoTech hopes to begin deployment of the Voice, Data and Video systems sometime in May of 2009.

* 01FEB09 - Bamboosa opens doors with JacoPOS: Bamboosa, Hermosas newest restaurant, has had its "kick off" night in early February. Danny Clark, 7 yr customer of GeckoTech has purchased a 2 terminal sytem to help support his operations. JacoPOS will help servers provide quaility service and products to customers, while helping Dan to track revenue and costs. We will be by soon enough for some fresh sushi!!

* 15FEB09 - Bahia Encantada deploys JacoPOS: Chris Petrick, owner of Jaco's Bohio Grill and 2 year loyal customer of GeckoTech has contracted with GeckoTech to deploy a single Terminal JacoPOS system to the Bahia Encantada pool bar. Andreas Woitzick, JacoPOS Product manager has configured and deployed the single terminal system with ease. Good Luck BE Pool Bar!!

* 15DEC08 - Sad Farewell: It is with sad eyes that GeckoTech says farewell to one of its star techs. Andres Castellano and his family had to return to the United States in mid December. You will be missed. Our doors are always open, and we are hopeful you will be able to return to the GeckoTech family soon.

*01OCT08 - Vista Las Palmas Penthouse: Custom Home Entertainment System designed & overseen by GeckoTech's Entertainment & Automation Specialist Ramon Omar.

* 01SEP08- Vista Las Palmas Luxury Condominiums: Green Light! GeckoTech will deploy GT-IRG (property-wide wireless internet), vPBX, & 10 camera vDVR Surveillance System. Home Entertainment systems are also being designed & sold to individual unit owners

* 15AUG08 School of the World contracts GeckoTech's Managed Service for Video Security: School of the World, Jaco's popular travel/training destination has signed up for GeckoTech's "managed service" to satisfy its video surveillance requirements. Brian Phelps, General Manager, was not able to justify the capital expense normally associated with high end video security systems. GeckoTech's managed service allowed him the same solution at reduced costs with promise of continual support.

* 01AUG08 - Villa Montana Luxury Condominiums: 20+ camera Video Surveillance System has been finalized. Installation of this supreme vDVR System will begin shortly.

* 06MAY08 Arenal Pacifico: Surveillance System Camera Addition/Upgrade--Successfully managed and installed by GT's World Class Technicians

* 01MAY08 Del Pacifico Resort at Esterillos: Jaco POS System Upgrade, IRG Deploy & Power Back-Up Technologies Successfully in Progress for mid-July finish