August 29th, 2008

Undoubtedly Star Wars: The Clone Wars was the lamest movie in the franchisee yet, however this has not stopped Lucasarts from releasing movie merchandise. The ISpeaker uses a flat panel speaker and is compatible with iPod, iPhone and other MP3 players. It features Captain Rex from the Clone Wars and is powered by 4 x AAA batteries. Worthless unless you are a serious Star Wars collector. The Clone Wars iSpeaker is available for $19.

From Newlaunches

August 29th, 2008

Samsung Introduced, today, five new compact Digital Camera at IFA 2008, in Germany.
- The NV100HD features a 14.7 Mpix sensor, with a 28mm wide-angle Schneider Lens, an optical zoom of 3.6x, as well as 3-Inch hVGA LCD touch-screen and Dual Image Stabilization. You’ll also be able to shoot video in High-Definition (720p).
-The NV9 is an ultra compact camera, and it comes with a 10.2 Mpix CCD sensor, a 2.7-Inch LCD screen, a 5x optical zoom and Dual Image Stabilization. It is also equipped with variety of Gadget like PMP, text viewer.
- The L310W features a 13.6 Mpix sensor, Dual Image Stabilization, 2.7-Inch LCD Screen, 3.6x optical zoom, and 28mm wide-angle lens.
- The L201, is an ultra-slim compact Point & Shoot digital camera with a 10.2 Mpix sensor, 3x optical zoom, and 2.7-Inch LCD screen.
-The S1070 is equipped with 10.2 Mpix sensor, 3x Optical zoom, 2.7-Inch LCD screen…

 

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August 29th, 2008

Partners who’re not where they are supposed to be could soon be watching their exploits live on a mobile phone, courtesy ‘The Watch Anywhere Monitoring Camera’. The revolutionary hardware, which resembles a computer webcam, is billed as an anti-theft system - but can also be used to catch wayward lovers and truant children. Users simply install the device in the room they wish to monitor. If the motion sensor detects a disturbance, it sends a three-second video of the event to the owner’s mobile phone. “It allows you to call the police and report the intruder immediately. You can also use it to make sure the kids are home from school by 4.30 - or that they’re not home at 1.30,” The NZPA quoted Adrian Lawrence, manager of the Anywhere Group, as saying. Users can also dial up to receive a photo at any time or listen live through the built-in microphone. The camera even has an infra-red mode to capture night-time shenanigans.

But civil liberties advocates fear such technology could be a godsend to peeping toms. “What’s to stop someone installing it in their bathroom and recording secret footage of their guests?” said Michael Pearce, SC, vice-president of the Victorian Council for Civil Liberties. The Watch Anywhere Camera costs $450.

From newlaunches

August 29th, 2008

At the IFA 2008 Panasonic made their latest Blu-ray disc players, the DMP-BD35 & DMP-BD55, official. The DMP-BD50 was given an award at the EISA 2008. Both adopt a slim enclosure (49mm for the BD35 and 55mm for the BD55), and are BD-Live Profile 2.0 and VIERA Link compatible.
They also feature the UniPhier processor, SD-slots, HDMI output, 7.1 channel audio output (DMP-BD55 only), and PHL Reference Chroma Processor Plus image-processing.
No information about prices or release date.

 

From akihabaranews

August 29th, 2008

Samsung’s new Series 8 Full HD LCD TVs bring design and superior media solutions to new heights.
For the Series 8 TVs (40, 46, and 52 inches), Samsung incorporates its stunning new crystal design that has been so well received by consumers in 2008. The key upgrade is a startling 50% reduction in thickness, producing a slim and narrow bezel measuring just 44.4mm.
Together with a new and distinctive inlaid red pattern, the result is an artful frame with an optimal blend of minimalism, elegance and craftsmanship that speaks of the highest technological elements inside.
Yoon Boo-keun, Executive Vice President of Samsung Electronics’ Visual Display Division,
expressed confidence that Series 8 TVs will do well in the market.
“The new series 8 TVs offer an even more sophisticated crystal design with an inlaid pattern as well as genuine stylishness, made possible by a slim design and bezel,” Mr. Yoon said.

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August 29th, 2008

Cowon aren’t necessarily a company you go to first for media players, but they’ve got some lovely looking players prepared to tempt you over. Both the L3 (right) and the S9 Curve (left) are touchscreens, and the S9 features an AMOLED screen. This means an ultra thin, ultra bright screen, but with minimal power consumption, which could explain the 40 hours music playback.

The other device, the S9, has a 3.3-inch LCD screen and an acccelerometer, for automatic adjustment to landscape for video. Both units will feature a TV tuner, and support Apple lossless and True Audio codecs.

Most importantly though, they’re per-ty.

 

From shinyshiny

August 29th, 2008

Pioneer Kuro PDP-LX6090 HD Ready Plasma TV is indeed a stunner of a device with an exceptionally large screen that supports anything good from HD DVD to Blu-ray to games to Freeview with dynamic precision. This model is a bit slimmer than some of the smaller models of Pioneer that simply looks bulky. Moreover, anyone who knows something in this sector also knows that Pioneer is often called ‘The King of Black’ just for its conception of sublime darks in its displays. This aspect of it, is promptly complimented by an amazing contrast ratio. No wonder, there are enough admirers left for this model, even though it comes under an exorbitant price tag.

For more information visit plasmatvreviews

August 29th, 2008

The Gateway DX4710-UB002A ($899.99 list, $1,220 with 22-inch widescreen monitor) is a multimedia-oriented PC available at a big-box store near you. Gateway’s new retail-only strategy may prove helpful in reaching the “I want it now” consumer: You can buy a DX4710 PC in the afternoon at your local big-box store, then be downloading music and converting home videos to YouTube or Facebook that night, instead of waiting for a system to be built and shipped. Overall, it’s a decent multimedia system for the price, and one that will make any budding multimedia maven happy.

For more information visit pcmag

August 29th, 2008

Minox will introduce its legendary spy camera into the digital world with the new MINOX DSC digital camera, a miniature camera that features the 8×11 dimensions and at the same time boasts state-of-the-art technology. The premiere with cult potential will be on show for the first time at the Photokina 2008. MINOX is also presenting everything the “private-eye” needs for capturing spontaneous, candid digital images, from belt buckle cameras to a filming fountain pen. More details to be available from September 5, at www.license-to-shoot.com…

From dcviews

August 29th, 2008

Samsung introduced its new ultra-lightweight (1.27kg) Samsung X360, a 13.3-Inch Notebook. Our new laptop, features a 13.3’’ WXGA LED Screen (1280×800), an Intel Centrino 2 ULV Processor, 1GB to 4GB of DDR3, 64GB/128GB of Solid state drive or 120GB (5400rpm S-ATA), as well as HDMI Connection, 3 USB ports, Bluetooth 2.0, WiFi a/b/g/n, 7-in-1 card reader, and 1.3Mpix web camera.
Samsung also announced a battery life up to 10 hours and the X360 is also compatible with Samsung’s P-Dock docking station.
No word on the price or release date

 

From akihabaranews