September 2008 - Fareastgizmos.com

Sharp to Introduce Two New X Series AQUOS LCD TVs in Japan

Sharp will introduce into the Japanese market two new models in the AQUOS X Series of LCD TVs. The 65V- and 52V-inch TVs feature Sharp’s newly developed, next-generation MegaASV LCD, a cumulation of Sharp’s one-of-a-kind LCD technologies. By incorporating sharp’s original one-of-a-kind LCD technologies into its cutting-edge ASV LCD, Sharp has brought about the next-generation MegaASV LCD, which offers overwhelmingly superb picture quality, an innovative thin-profile design, and outstanding environmental performance.These new X Series models offer sophisticated style through a display that is, at its thinnest part, a mere 2.28 cm deep and through the use of metallic material for the cabinet and other parts. On the environmental side, annual power consumption for the 65V-inch model is 294 kWh/year, down approximately 26% compared to Sharp’s 2007 model.

September 30, 2008 | Related Entries - Media Devices

LG KP500 full touch screen handset with motion sensor games can be used in 39 languages!

The attractively-priced full touch screen handset LG KP500 is complete with the latest touch technology and features found in the existing high-end full touch screen handsets currently available on the market. As a slim and stylish handset, the LG KP500 is a GSM phone which can operate in four frequency bands, giving it a far-reaching reception range, and upon its global release, the LG KP500 can be used in 39 languages. But no matter what language one speaks, the vivid and intuitive user interface of the LG KP500 is simple for anyone to understand with vivid icons on the wide 3 inch screen.

Press Release after the jump

September 30, 2008 | Related Entries - Mobile Phones

Panasonic Develops World's First 3D Full HD Plasma Theater System

Panasonic has developed the world's first 3D full HD Plasma Theater System, which enables the viewing of true-to-life 3D images by using a 103-inch plasma television and a Blu-ray Disc (BD) player, distributing full high-definition (HD) (1920 x 1080 pixels) images to left eye and right eye. Panasonic's system comprises a 103-inch plasma television and a BD player that plays back BD onto which 3D images, consisting of left- and right-sided 1080p full HD images, are recorded. By wearing active shutter glasses that work in synchronization with the plasma television, the viewer is able to experience 3D images formed with twice the volume of information as regular full HD images, and enjoy them together with high quality surround sound. This system enables full HD signal processing on each of the left and right images in every process -- recording, playback and display.

September 26, 2008 | Related Entries - Media Devices

Samsung NaBee the worldwide wireless USB solution for digital cameras

Samsung Techwin and Alereon today announced NaBee, a wireless connectivity solution for Samsung digital cameras powered by Alereon’s AL5000 worldwide wireless USB Chipset. The new Samsung Solution is the easiest and most convenient way to wirelessly connect a digital camera to a PC. Samsung NaBee allows for a simple, high-speed wireless communication between a digital still camera and PC.Plug the miniature dongle in to the camera USB connector, and its matching dongle into the PC and it connects just like a standard USB cable.

September 26, 2008 | Related Entries - Digital Cameras

Epson announces two new models of low phase noise, low jitter SAW oscillators

The newly developed Epson Toyocom oscillators are the single-output EG-9000GC and the voltage-controlled EV-9000GB. The low phase noise, low jitter and excellent frequency-temperature coefficient characteristics of these oscillators are achieved by the built-in NS-34R crystal oscillating element. The NS-34R boasts a high Q value, low insertion loss, high power durability, and an outstanding frequency-temperature coefficient, in addition to Epson Toyocom's unique high-frequency circuit technology.

September 26, 2008 | Related Entries - Other Stuff

Lexar Professional 233x CF cards deliver professional-level performance for digital SLR users

Lexar has enhanced the performance of its Professional line of CompactFlash (CF) memory cards to 233x, significant speed advancement over the line's previous speed-rating of 133x. The Lexar Professional 233x CF memory cards are now UDMA (Ultra Direct Memory Access) enabled and capable of minimum-sustained read and write speeds of 35MB per second - a considerable improvement over the previous read and write speeds of 20MB per second. These exceptionally fast Lexar cards are available in three popular capacities, including 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB, and deliver professional-level performance for a wider range of digital SLR users, including professionals and photo enthusiasts seeking high-capacity and high-speed performance.

September 26, 2008 | Related Entries - Digital Cameras

Asus Eee PC 901 with 3.75G connectivity and all-day Battery Life is your Ultimate Travel Companion

Asus will be adding 3.75G connectivity to its hugely-popular series of Eee PC netbooks, enabling convenient and high-speed access to the Internet anytime, anywhere. The inclusion of 3.75G is a perfect addition to the Asus Eee PC’s existing set of travel-friendly features such as its high portability, shockproof data storage and all-day battery life—strengthening its reputation as the ultimate solution for computing on the go. With 3.75G, the Asus Eee PC will be able to deliver on its promise of borderless one-day computing better than ever before.

September 26, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

Sony VaioTT Series notebook-Worlds lightest Blu-ray Disc Notebook

Sony today took the wraps off the world’s lightest computer with Blu-ray Disc technology— the VaioTT Series notebook. Housed in a lightweight carbon-fiber chassis, this new model weighs just 2.87 pounds and is less than 1-inch thin. Select Vaio TT Series notebook models play Blu-ray Disc movies in full HD 1080p resolution when connected to a compatible HDTV. These units can also record, store and play back personal content on high-capacity BD media. It is equipped with Intel Centrino 2 processor technology for powerful PC output and energy-conserving features that deliver long battery life. Select Vaio TT notebooks feature a dual channel 256GB (128GB X 2) solid state drive (SSD) with RAID technology.

September 24, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

Leica and Fujitsu Co-develop Image Processing System Solution for High-end Digital SLR Cameras

Leica and Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited (FML) announced today the co-development of an image processing system solution for high-end digital single-lens reflex (SLR) cameras, to be featured in Leica’s next-generation cameras. Since 2001, FML has offered its Milbeaut series of image processing devices for cameras, delivering high-definition imagery, fast processing speeds, and low power consumption. The latest technology in FML’s Milbeaut series features improved power management, thereby achieving extremely low power consumption. High-speed operation is achieved by the employment of two embedded CPUs: Fujitsu’s FR-80 and FR-V (VLIW architecture) and additional accelerators. The combined faster operation of both software and hardware enables superior image processing performance.

September 24, 2008 |

Epson develops extremely small, high-performance quartz crystal atmospheric pressure sensor

Epson Toyocom has developed an extremely small, high-performance quartz crystal atmospheric pressure sensor that employs an original pressure-sensing structure using QMEMS technology. The new sensor has a cubic volume of only 12.5 cc and weighs just 15 grams yet is accurate to within 10 Pa or about 1/10,000 of one bar and boasts a resolution of 0.1 Pa. The performance and features of the new pressure sensor will greatly aid device designers in their efforts to reduce the size and improve the performance of devices for a variety of meteorological and security applications.

September 24, 2008 | Related Entries - Other Stuff

LG Prada global sale crosses one million units

LG and Prada today announced that the global sales of the much lauded Prada Phone by LG have reached one million units. Since its March 2007 debut the Prada Phone by LG has been recognized as one of the world’s most sophisticated handset combining innovative design with technological breakthroughs including the first complete touch screen. This visionary approach by intimate and productive partnership from two vastly different industries became a platform for new design opportunities and opened doors to diverse multimedia experiences.

September 24, 2008 |

World's First Mobile Phone with Built-in Intelligent Key

Nissan, NTT DoCoMo and Sharp have jointly developed a mobile phone capable of functioning as an intelligent key for automobiles - a world's first. The device will incorporate Nissan's Intelligent Key system, already a standard feature in various Nissan vehicles. Nissan's Intelligent Key system, installed in more than 950,000 units of various Nissan models since 2002, employs two-way wireless communications technology to automatically unlock/lock the car door and start/stop the engine. Nissan and Sharp has now integrated these electronic intelligent-key, wireless communications and electromagnetic technologies into the new handset.

September 24, 2008 | Related Entries - Mobile Phones

ThinkPad X200 Tablet PC- Lenovo’s first widescreen Tablet PC

The new Lenovo ThinkPad X200 Tablet PC gives users the best of notebook performance with the convenience of notetaking, similar to pen and paper functionality, in a digital form. Ideal for environments such as healthcare, real estate, education and sales, Lenovo’s first widescreen Tablet PC also offers models providing up to more than 10 hours of battery life for a full day of computing. Equipped with the latest low-voltage version of the small form factor Intel Centrino 2 with vPro technology, select models also offer up to 128 GB solid state drive storage, LED backlit displays, GPS and ultra wideband functionality as well as mobile broadband.

September 24, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

Lenovo ThinkPad X200s notebook

Lenovo today announced new ThinkPad X200s notebook that significantly address the key factors mobile computer users consider today – light weight, long battery life and usability. The ThinkPad X200s notebook leads Lenovo’s business-class notebook portfolio for lightest weight and longest battery life. Powered by the latest small form factor Intel Centrino 2 with vPro technology, the ThinkPad X200s notebook combines thin and light design with powerful functionality. Select models are equipped with up to 128 GB solid state drive storage, LED backlit displays, and Ultra-Wideband functionality as well as Bluetooth connectivity for an exceptional computing experience.

September 24, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

Olympus Micro Four Thirds System concept mock-up DSLR camera to be exhibited at Photokina 2008

Olympus today announced that it has begun development of an interchangeable lens type digital camera based on the Micro Four Thirds System.Development of the camera will bring dramatic reductions in size and weight to the Olympus E-System, and will comply with the new Micro Four Thirds System standard jointly announced with Matsushita Industrial Co., Ltd.(Panasonic) on August 5. From September 23 through 28, a concept mock-up of the camera will be exhibited at Photokina 2008 , the world's biggest trade fair for the photographic and imaging industries held at Köln Messe, Cologne, Germany.

Press release after the jump

September 23, 2008 | Related Entries - Digital Cameras