January 30, 2011 - February 5, 2011

Pentax announces Limited Edition of K-r Bonnie Pink DSLR: Pentax today announced the launch of special edition limited quantity (only 100 units) of a new Pentax K-r DSLR with the Japanese singer’s name- Bonnie Pink. Fans of Bonnie Pink will be able to order the camera from the Pentax online shop from February 14, 2011 to February 28, 2011 from 10:00 to 18:00.If the order exceeds 100 pieces, lottery system will decide the 100 buyers on March 14, 2011. The Limited Edition of K-r Bonnie Pink DSLR with Pentax 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 AL lens, displays Bonnie Pink logo on the LCD monitor when turned on. The sale price is 89,800 Yen ($1,100).
More...; February 4, 2011 | Related Entries - Digital Cameras
Mazda MX-5 to Set New Guinness World Record: Total production of Mazda MX-5 sports car (known as the Mazda Roadster in Japan) reached 900,000 units on February 4, 2011. This significant milestone was achieved 21 years and 10 months after mass production of the first-generation MX-5 commenced in April 1989. The MX-5 was initially certified by Guinness World Records as the world’s Bestselling two-seat sports car when production reached 531,890 units in May 2000. Guinness updated the record when production passed 700,000 and, later, 800,000 units. Using the latest engineering techniques, Mazda developed the MX-5 and announced it in February 1989 as a reminder that driving could still be fun despite ever-stricter safety and quality standards. To this day, the MX-5 remains the longest enduring nameplate in Mazda's global lineup.
More...; February 4, 2011 | Related Entries - Transport
STMicroelectronics Extends Sound Terminal Advantage for Miniaturized High-Quality Audio Equipment: STMicroelectronics, has unveiled an audio processing chip that connects directly to the latest miniature microphones and provides a new way of boosting performance from small, low-cost, or even damaged speakers. The new device, the STA321MP, joins ST’s SoundTerminal audio IC family, and features a built-in interface for a MEMS digital microphone as well as a standard microphone input. With tiny dimensions and low sensitivity to noise from LCDs and power components, MEMS microphones are ideal for multi-function products such as smartphones. The STA321MP permits direct connection of a MEMS microphone, saving parts count and cost.
More...; February 4, 2011 | Related Entries - MP3
Casio G-Shock X Skullcandy timepiece: An unexpected shift in frequency, G-Shock joins forces with the leader in premium audio headphones and lifestyle accessories, Skullcandy. The new DW6900SC-1CS perfectly intersects the distinctive Skullcandy flavor with the unmatched G-Shock toughness and technology. The Casio G-Shock X Skullcandy timepiece features a high gloss black body with electric blue and black details. The DW6900SC-1CS introduces a scaled band graphic inspired by the volume lever found on a stereo or mixer. An eye-catching red SKDY logo appears in the EL backlight, while the iconic skull dominates the back case with the slogan- The Audio Resolution. An audiophile’s delight, the G-Shock X Skullcandy features custom packaging with a compartment for limited edition earbuds.
More...; February 4, 2011 | Related Entries - Other Stuff
Asus GT 440 graphics card with Super Alloy Power for smooth gaming: An instant upgrade over integrated graphics, the new Asus GT 440 graphics card is ideal for driving multimedia center PCs while enabling smooth gaming. The Asus GT 440 includes Super Alloy Power technology, featuring a special alloy formula used in power delivery components such as capacitors, chokes and MOSFETs. It instantly lowers average operating temperatures by 35°C , extending product lifespan 2.5 times and improving overall performance by 15%. The Asus GT 440 further ships factory-overclocked at 822MHz, or 12MHz more than reference cards, and comes with Asus’ Voltage Tweak for easy overvolting for up to 50% faster clock speeds.
More...; February 4, 2011 | Related Entries - Computing
JVC announces HD Hybrid Camera-GC-PX1: JVC, Japan today announced the GC-PX1 HD Hybrid Camera. The camera records 1080p60 Full HD videos at 36Mbps and 10MP stills. JVC GC-PX1 HD Hybrid Camera with the new high-speed processor Falconbrid, shoots both HD videos (300fps continuous shooting) and photos with special features such as super slow continuous shooting. The camera shoots 2D as well as 3D videos with 3D playback with no conversion.
More...; February 4, 2011 | Related Entries - Digital Cameras
Ricoh developing Leica M-mount module for its GXR interchangeable camera system: Ricoh today announced the development of expansion unit for the GXR interchangeable unit camera system, which went on sale on December 18, 2009. With this lens mount unit, photographers can mount lenses such as Leica M lenses and use them for shooting with the GXR. The lens mount unit is being designed to make the best use of the optical characteristics of the lenses mounted. It will have as its image sensor a 23.6 mm × 15.7 mm (APS-C size; total pixels: approx. 12.90 million) CMOS sensor, and it will also feature a newly developed focal plane shutter.
More...; February 2, 2011 | Related Entries - Digital Cameras
Rolls-Royce Piano Debuts in East China: A girl plays a piano at Deji Square in Nanjing, East Chinas Jiangsu province. The piano, with the same paint style and a design mirroring that of a Ferrari, is worth 2 million yuan ($302,984). It is being dubbed a piano version of the Rolls-Royce.; February 1, 2011 | Related Entries - Other Stuff
Denso develops worlds lightest starters for small compact vehicles: Denso has developed one of the world's lightest starters for small, compact vehicles. The new Denso starter, which is about 40 percent lighter than a conventional starter, finds its first application in the MR Wagon launched by Suzuki in Japan earlier this month. For the new starter, Denso developed a pinion shift mechanism that separates the clutch and pinion so only the pinion needs to engage with the engine ring gear, whereas in conventional starters the integrated clutch and pinion needed to be shifted toward the ring gear to engage. With this new mechanism, the switch part was made lighter and smaller because less power was needed to move the engaging part. As a result, the overall product weight is approximately 40 percent lighter compared to the conventional product.
More...; February 1, 2011 | Related Entries - Transport
LG Optimus 3D -Worlds first full 3D smartphone with a glasses-free LCD panel for 3D viewing: LG is set to debut the LG Optimus 3D, the world’s first 3D smartphone offering consumers a full 3D experience right in the palm of their hands at the 2011 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain on Feb. 14.The LG Optimus 3D addresses the lack of 3D content issue -- one of the biggest problems facing the 3D market -- with a complete platform for a one-of-a-kind experience on a mobile device. LG’s most advanced smartphone to date will feature a dual-lens camera for 3D recording, a glasses-free LCD panel for 3D viewing and diverse connectivity options such as HDMI and DLNA for 3D content sharing anytime, anywhere. LG plans to roll out the device worldwide from the second half of the year.; February 1, 2011 | Related Entries - 3D | Related Entries - Mobile Phones
Sony announces GPS-enabled DSC-HX100V and DSC-HX9V Cyber-shot cameras with 30X and 16X optical zoom and full HD video: Sony today unveiled two new 16.2-megapixel Cyber-shot digital still cameras that offer Full HD video shooting capability at the touch of a dedicated movie button. The Sony DSC-HX100V and DSC-HX9V Cyber-shot cameras are Sony’s first compact digital still cameras to include a 27mm Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonar T lens with 30x optical zoom and a 24mm Sony G lens with 16x optical zoom (respectively) combined with full HD (1920 x 1080/60p) video capability. Another Cyber-shot camera first, the 16.2-megapixel Exmor R back-illuminated CMOS sensor inside both cameras supports a brand-new Intelligent Sweep Panorama HR (High Resolution) mode. The Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V camera also features a manual control ring that can be assigned as desired to adjust focus or zoom.
More...; February 1, 2011 | Related Entries - 3D | Related Entries - Digital Cameras
LG unveils super narrow bezel monitor display at ISE 2011: LG is to unveil the perfect video wall so-lution, the 47WV30 47-inch LED super narrow bezel monitor display, at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2011. The LG 47WV3047-inch LED super narrow bezel monitor display provides an almost completely seamless image thanks to its super-narrow bezel while delivering optimum picture quality, greater user convenience and outstanding cost efficiency. With a central focus on product differentiation, the LG 47WV3047-inch LED super narrow bezel monitor display provides industry-leading picture quality thanks to its adoption of direct LED BLU which is superior to LCD in terms of energy saving and lighting quality. And with a 6.9 mm seam size, the slimmest on any 40- to 49-inch display, the 47WV30 can connect seamlessly with other displays for a clearer, more expansive picture. In addition, a special “shine-out film” means the 47WV30 can display crystal clear images outdoors, even in brightness as high as 4,000 lux.
More...; February 1, 2011 | Related Entries - Media Devices
Hyundai launches Korea’s first eco-friendly CNG hybrid bus- Blue-City: Hyundai unveiled Korea’s first CNG hybrid bus, Blue-City, demonstrating its technological leadership in the field of eco-friendly vehicles. Blue-City, fully developed in Korea, is Hyundai’s latest eco-friendly model that delivers better fuel efficiency with lower emissions by using a CNG engine and an electric motor. The hybrid bus is equipped with a G-CNG Engine that offers 177kW (240ps) and a 6-speed automated manual transmission, while its 60kW (82ps) highly-efficient electric motor and 3.8kWh lithium-polymer battery enable safe driving and efficient charging. Despite cutting down the total number of fuel tanks to five from seven (total capacity of 770ℓ), Blue-City can still operate 340km on a single charge, which is equivalent to the existing CNG bus.
More...; January 31, 2011 | Related Entries - Transport
Kyocera Installs more than 1200 solar power generating systems at public schools in Japan: Kyocera today announced that it has proudly installed more than 1,200 solar power generating systems at public schools in Japan — ranking Kyocera as the No.1 supplier in this segment of the Japanese market. The use of solar power at schools in Japan has grown exponentially in recent years with the government’s School New Deal initiative, which aims to broadly enrich the nation's educational facilities. Since the start of the School New Deal initiative, the number of schools Kyocera has supplied to has increased dramatically, with over 1,200 schools in the country now utilizing the power of the sun with Kyocera modules. In the market for school installations in Japan, Kyocera holds the No.1 share with over 40%.
More...; January 31, 2011 | Related Entries - Solar
NEC and Fujitsu win Asia Submarine-cable Express that will link Japan to Singapore, Hong Kong, the Philippines and Malaysia: NEC and Fujitsu today announced an agreement with NTT Communications, the Philippines Long Distance Telephone Company, StarHub Limited and Telekom Malaysia Berhad to construct the Asia Submarine-cable Express system, a high-bandwidth optical submarine cable system that will link Japan to Singapore, Hong Kong, the Philippines and Malaysia. The ASE is designed for a transmission speed of 40Gb/s. Overall project management will be carried out jointly by the NEC and Fujitsu consortium. The manufacture and installation of all submersible plants such as Repeaters, OADM Branching Units and Cables, the Power Feeding Equipment and submersible plant monitoring system will be implemented by NEC.
More...; January 31, 2011 | Related Entries - Other Stuff
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