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Logitech diNovo Edge first keyboard specially designed for Mac

Logitech today announced the perfect keyboard to complement Mac computer. The Logitech diNovo Edge, Mac Edition is the newest addition to Logitech’s line of award-winning diNovo keyboards and the first diNovo keyboard specially designed for the Mac. The new Logitech diNovo keyboard for Mac is exceptionally thin (½ inch or 11.05 mm) with a high-gloss, semi-translucent Plexiglas frame, sharp angles and soft-orange backlighting. The aluminum palm rest with anodized-silver finish looks good with any Mac computer, including the iMac and the MacBook Pro. The diNovo Edge, Mac Edition features optimized Mac keys for one-touch access to Mail, Safari and iTunes , as well as many other Mac-specific applications.

August 8, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

Sony Ericsson slim and elegant T700 phone shines above the rest

The new Sony Ericsson slim T700 phone combines timeless design and premium features for the mainstream market. At just 10mm thin this phone has a timeless yet fresh Sony Ericsson design and is complete with a 3.2megapixel camera with 3x digital zoom, self-portrait mirror and built-in stereo speakers. The Sony Ericsson T700 slim phone is the quick way to add more emotion when you’re in motion. Download film clips and view in vivid colors thanks to the 2” TFT display.

August 8, 2008 | Related Entries - Mobile Phones

Sanyo announces C and D sized eneloop Batteries and Universal Charger for Japanese market

Sanyo announced today new additions to the ‘eneloop universe’ products: C- and D-size ‘eneloop’ batteries and a Universal Charger, to be sold in Japan only. These much-awaited C- and D-size ‘eneloop’ batteries expand the line-up of eneloop, which currently includes AA- and AAA-sizes. Eneloop AA-size batteries can be used with adapters (spacers) for conversion to C- and D-sizes. Sanyo eneloop batteries combine the benefits of dry cell batteries by coming pre-charged with the economic and environmental benefits of rechargeable batteries, as it is rechargeable up to 1,000 times.

August 8, 2008 | Related Entries - Other Stuff

MSI announces mainboards with AMD 790GX/SB750 chipsets

MSI will officially promote its latest high C/P value mainboard series – DKA790GX. The mainboard series utilizes AMD’s latest 790GX/SB750 chipsets which provides full HD, best-in-class 3D graphics performance, enhanced scalability, and "Rock-Solid Stability" for mainstream gaming, multimedia and commercial PC systems.

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August 8, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

Kingston stylish DataTraveler Mini Slim USB Flash drive

Kingston today introduced a fun, easy and colorful way to transport and share music, photos and other digital files with its new super thin DataTraveler Mini Slim USB Flash drive. The Kingston DataTraveler Mini Slim lets anyone safely store and share their favorite media content everywhere they go with a little class and color, in an ultra-small form factor. Available in black, blue or pink with gray bottom casings, the new Kingston USB drives make a great fashion accessory by easily connecting to a keychain while storing up to 4GB of content.

August 8, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

OCZ P45 Special 16GB Quad kit

OCZ today announced all new “P45 Special” 4GB modules, a module density optimized specifically for Intel’s latest chipset. Available in 8GB dual channel kits and a special 16GB “quad kit,” this new line of modules support the latest memory-hungry applications and games, offering superior performance gains. As an industry first, OCZ brings memory densities to the desktop segment that were reserved previously for high-end server configurations, offering a unique range of high-density kits to suit the varying requirements and budgets of everyday consumers.

August 8, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

Worlds most powerful particle accelerator to start operation next month

The world's most powerful particle accelerator will start operation next month with an aim to explore the secrets of the universe. The Large Hadron Collider (LHC), housed in a 27-kilometer tunnel that runs between Lake Geneva and the Jura mountain range, will seek to collide two beams of particles at close to the speed of light. Scientists hope the collision will recreate conditions just after the Big Bang, which happened some 13.7 billion years ago and gave birth to the universe.

August 8, 2008 | Related Entries - Other Stuff

Brembos superlative brakes provide the perfect match to Hyundai’s sports car Genesis Coupe

Hyundai´s eagerly awaited first rear–wheel drive sports car Genesis Coupe promises to stop just as fast as it goes. Premium high performance disc brakes from Brembo will be available as part of an optional track–use performance package. The Hyundai Genesis Coupe´s rear–wheel drive architecture endows it with an ideal front–rear weight distribution that is a pre–requisite for handling excellence and Brembo brakes promise to further enhance the Genesis Coupe´s driving experience. Brembo´s superlative brakes provide the perfect match to the Genesis Coupe´s high output engines. The base Genesis Coupe will be equipped with a turbocharged 2–liter Theta engine pumping out an estimated 212 horesepower.

August 8, 2008 | Related Entries - Transport

China Netcom offers hi-tech Olympic eight first time innovations in digital communications

China Netcom has developed eight innovations in digital communications used for the first time at the hi-tech Olympics. An ASON-based intelligent optical transmission network is in use for the first time to improve the quality and security of the video transmission and special services for the Games. For the first time light-compression high-definition (HD) video transmission technology has been used. Netcom is employing long-distance non-compressed methods to deliver original HD TV signal without any loss globally. The result is TV viewers can watch events almost as instantaneously as visitors on the spot, solving the problem of delay in TV transmission.

As well, IPv6-based video monitoring will be used for the first time to offer real-time viewing 24 hours a day, seven days a week end-to-end at Olympic venues and the Olympic Command Center.As well, the media at Olympics venues will for the first time is offered broadband access and high-speed Internet services using an IC card with no limit on flow. It is also first time VLAN-based multimedia real-time transmission services will be used.

August 8, 2008 |

Toshiba announces world’s first largest density 32GB embedded NAND flash memory modules

Toshiba today announced the launch of 32GB embedded NAND flash memory modules that offer the largest density yet announced plus full compliance with the e-MMCTM and eSDTM standards. The embedded devices are designed for application in mobile digital consumer products, including mobile phones and video cameras. The new Toshiba 32GB embedded devices combine eight 32Gbit (=4GB) NAND chips fabricated with Toshiba's cutting-edge 43nm process technology and also integrate a dedicated controller. The new Toshiba 32GB embedded devices supports standard interfacing and simplified embedding in products, reducing development burdens on product manufacturers.

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August 8, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

BenQ High-Definition LCD Displays saves 25% energy and emit 25% less CO2!

Benq’s latest E900HD and G900HD High-Definition LCD Displays feature popular 16:9 format for superior display of HD content as well as a unique 2-lamp design that still emits the bright 300 nits of 4-lamp models, all while saving substantial energy and greatly lessening carbon dioxide and mercury emissions. BenQ's 2-lamp design features several benefits over conventional 4-lamp displays. The 18.5" models still maintain a 300-nit brightness and 10,000:1 DCR (dynamic contrast ratio), but use only 30W total power. Emissions of CO2 are drastically decreased by 25% while that of mercury is cut 50%.

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August 8, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

Casio WK-500 and CTK-5000 electronic keyboards offer a diverse range of built-in tones and rhythms

Casio announced the release of two new electronic keyboards, WK-500 and CTK-5000. These new models are designed especially for users who would like to broaden the variety of music they can perform. Both Casio keyboards offer a diverse range of built-in tones and rhythms that make it easy to get the perfect sound for almost any musical genre. Both Casio keyboards WK-500 and CTK-5000 employ Casio’s newly developed AHL Sound Source technology, which enables the realistic reproduction of tones from acoustic instruments like the piano and more. The maximum polyphony of 48 notes - an improvement from 32 notes - ensures that no sound drops out, even when playing complex parts with auto-accompaniment. They also feature piano-style keys to satisfy more users.

August 8, 2008 | Related Entries - Media Devices

Nikon Coolpix S610 and S610C World’s fastest start-up time compact cameras

Nikon today announced the introduction of two new Coolpix compact cameras: the S610 and S610C. The new cameras cater to everyone’s tastes and needs. Both the Nikon Coo;pix S610 and S610C are incredibly fast, with the world’s fastest start-up time in their class, 10 effective megapixels and a wide-angle 4x zoom. The S610C’s wireless LAN connectivity makes uploading pictures to the internet easy. Both cameras offer advanced features that include Scene Auto Selector, a first for Nikon Coolpix models. With this setting the camera automatically selects the most appropriate Scene Mode such as portrait, landscape, night setting, or close up. The Nikon S610C is the world’s first compact camera compliant with WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), which makes for effortless and secure connectivity to Wi-Fi routers to allow quick and easy on-line storage and sharing of digital pictures via Nikon’s my Picturetown.

August 7, 2008 | Related Entries - Digital Cameras

Nikon Coolpix S710 top quality digital camera with 14.5 effective megapixels

The Nikon Coolpix S710 is a top quality, high-performance digital camera with 14.5 effective megapixels. It includes a 3.6x optical zoom covering a wide-angle 28 mm, four exposure modes (P/S/A/M) to allow users to fully control the camera settings or leave it up to the camera to decide the best settings and Scene Auto Selector. Four anti-blur features ensure sharp images at all times, even for objects on the move: lens-shift Vibration Reduction (VR), a sensitivity range up to ISO 12800, Best Shot Selector and Motion Detection. Thanks to its Face-priority AF, it can recognise up to 12 faces, so that you’ll not be disappointed again when shooting that group photo. Selecting a shot is easy with its extra-large 3-inch wide-viewing angle TFT monitor with anti-reflection coating. It has a robust exterior design with highly-durable stainless steel body.

August 7, 2008 | Related Entries - Digital Cameras

Nikon Coolpix S60 stylish compact digital camera with unique touch-panel control

The new Nikon Coolpix S60 is an advanced and stylish compact digital camera featuring a large 3.5-inch wide-screen LCD monitor with unique touch-panel control. Its 10-megapixel resolution offers clear, high-quality pictures with a Nikkor 5x zoom lens for dynamic telephoto shooting. Quality shots are ensured through its Vibration Reduction capability and high ISO sensitivity. The Coolpix S60 offers advanced features, such as Scene Auto Selector, enhanced Face Recognition, Smile Timer with blink detection, time-lapse movies, in-camera retouch and HDMi output. The camera’s movie function and time-lapse movie can shoot 30 fps at up to 640x480 pixels. The 17 Scene Modes, including modes for tough-to-shoot environments such as beach/snow, sunset, dusk/dawn and fireworks shows, mean you’ll capture even the trickiest subjects perfectly.

August 7, 2008 | Related Entries - Digital Cameras