November 27, 2011 - December 3, 2011

Sharp announces worlds Thinnest CMOS Camera Module with Optical Image Stabilization for Smartphones: Sharp has developed a 12.1-Megapixel, 1/3.2-inch CMOS camera module with optical image stabilization that features the industry’s thinnest profile (5.47 mm in height). The new Sharp RJ63YC100 is intended for use in mobile devices such as smartphones.The new module’s thin profile has been developed in response to the demand for portable mobile devices with ever more slender designs. The module also addresses the need for embedded cameras in these devices to deliver superior image quality and camera functionality, including connectivity to AV equipment and personal computers.The optical image stabilizer in this camera module uses a lens-shift system to control the lens inside the module.
More...; December 1, 2011 | Related Entries - Mobile Phones
Fujifilm next-generation inkjet digital press- Jet Press 720 launched in Japan: Fujifilm today announced the launch of the next-generation inkjet digital press Jet Press 720 for the Japanese market. Fujifilm Jet Press 720 is the first printer in the world that achieves high-speed printing with 4-level grayscale at 1200dpi on B2 sized sheet (maximum paper size: 750mm x 530mm), delivering image quality exceeding offset printing. Such high performance is achieved through the single-pass system, in which a printhead is aligned in straight line to increase the print width so that printing completes in one pass of a printhead.
More...; December 1, 2011 | Related Entries - Other Stuff
Hyundai launches new Universe luxury bus for Japanese Market at the 42nd Tokyo Motor Show: Hyundai launched the newest version of its Universe luxury bus for Japanese Market at the 42nd Tokyo Motor Show, a year after the company first entered Japan’s coach market with advanced vehicles satisfying Japan’s latest emissions standards. Universe, which is powered by Hyundai’s proprietary Powertec engine, receives an exterior makeover, with front and rear spoilers highlighting the changes. Hyundai Universe has been tailored to satisfy the needs of Japanese customers, meeting the highest comfort and safety standards. Passenger features include individual luxury seats and LED lamps throughout the cabin.
More...; December 1, 2011 | Related Entries - Transport
LG glasses free 3D monitor calculates the angle and position of the viewer and adjusts the image to display the optimal 3D effect: LG today extended its glasses-free 3D monitor lineup with the 25-inch DX2500, which incorporates glasses-free parallax barrier 3D and head-tracking technologies. With the DX2500, LG becomes the first in the industry to receive TÜV Rheinland certification for a glasses-free 3D monitor. For optimal viewing of 3D images, existing glasses-free 3D products generally require viewers to stay within a tightly restricted angle and distance. However, the LG DX2500 has removed this restriction with the parallax barrier 3D and head-tracking technologies, allowing viewers greater freedom of movement, enabling a more comfortable user experience.
More...; December 1, 2011 | Related Entries - 3D | Related Entries - Computing
Chinese passenger aircraft with 240 people onboard flies from Japan without permission: A China Eastern Airlines passenger aircraft with 240 people onboard took off from the Kansai international airport in Japan even when told by the control tower to wait on the runway. Japanese authorities are now investigating the apparently hazardous take-off by the Shanghai-based China Eastern Airlines plane. The Japanese air traffic authority wants to find out why the China Eastern Airlines passenger aircraft took off Monday ignoring the order to stay on the runway at the Kansai international airport located on an artificial island in the middle of Osaka Bay.
More...; December 1, 2011 | Related Entries - Transport
Honda Announces Revolutionary Next-generation Earth Dreams Technology: Honda today announced the outline for a revolutionary next-generation technology for automobiles called Earth Dreams Technology. Newly developed 2.4L class engineEarth Dreams Technology Logo Earth Dreams Technology is a next generation set of technological advancements which greatly enhance both driving performance and fuel efficiency at a high level, using as its base advanced environmental technologies to pursue the joy of driving unique to Honda. It is a series of measures in which efficiency of internal combustion components including engine, and transmission, as well as electric-powered motor technology, is further improved.
More...; December 1, 2011 | Related Entries - Transport
Mazda Demio 13-SKYACTIV receives 2011-2012 Car Technology of the Year award from JAHFA: Mazda facelifted Demio compact car (known overseas as the Mazda2) with the SKYACTIV-G 1.3 gasoline engine, together with its development team, has received the 2011-2012 Car Technology of the Year award from the Japan Automotive Hall of Fame (JAHFA). The Mazda Demio 13-SKYACTIV was launched in Japan in June 2011. The result was announced today by JAHFA, a registered nonprofit organization based in Tokyo. The Mazda Demio 13-SKYACTIV was recognized for the following points: Advanced combustion characteristics that were developed through comprehensive analysis of the internal combustion engine, improved driving performance and improved value-for-money and best balance of pleasing driving and environmental concern. The winner of the Car Technology of the Year award is selected by the Automotive Hall of Fame committee, which comprises eleven university professors and researchers.
More...; December 1, 2011 | Related Entries - Transport
Toyota launches Pixis Truck and Pixis Van in Japan: Toyota today launched the Pixis Van and Pixis Truck in Japan. The two vehicles are the first commercial minivehicles to be launched under the Toyota brand and will be sold through more than 200 Toyota dealers nationwide. Both the Toyota Pixis Van and Pixis Truck were designed for practical, commercial use, while also providing easy operation and superior environmental performance. Both Toyota Pixis Van and Pixis Truck are fitted with 660cc gasoline engines that offer excellent practicality and fuel efficiency. The vehicles achieve superior environmental performance and conform to Japanese 2007 exhaust emission standards under the Approval System for Low-emission Vehicles of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MLIT).
More...; December 1, 2011 | Related Entries - Transport
South Korea develops world's fastest and worlds first remote-controlled UAV capable of taking off and landing vertically: South Korea on Wednesday unveiled its latest unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that is the worlds fastest and also the world's first remote-controlled aircraft capable of taking off and landing vertically. The aircraft has tilt rotors, meaning its rotary wings tilt, giving it a helicopter-like capability to vertically take off and land when its wings are facing upward, and the speed and operation range of a jet when its wings are tilted forward, according to the Ministry of Knowledge Economy. There is only one other aircraft with tilt-rotors in the world, which is the V-22 Osprey used by the U.S. Marine Corp.
More...; November 30, 2011 | Related Entries - Transport
Nissan Begins Japan sales of its new quick charger for EVs: Nissan today announced that it is commencing sales of its new quick charger on November 30 at Nissan parts companies throughout Japan. The newly-developed quick charging unit retains the high performance of the current quick charger manufactured by Nissan, but is nearly half the size (by volume). It offers many safety features for safe charging, such as monitoring against a potential short circuit when the charging unit is interfacing with the EV. It is compatible with Nissan EVs as well as EVs manufactured by other companies. The new charger unit's smaller size will take up less space and enable easier installation.
More...; November 30, 2011 | Related Entries - Green Energy | Related Entries - Transport
Toshiba to shut three semiconductor factories in Japan due to global economic slowdown: Toshiba is to shut three semiconductor factories in Japan as part of a reorganization of its business, as it grapples with falling profits. Toshiba said the closure of the facilities would mean moving production to three other existing factories, allowing the company to strengthen cost competitiveness and focus on higher value added products. Toshiba last month announced net profit in the six months to September had dropped 18.5%, mainly due to a strong yen and the impact of the March 11 earthquake and tsunami, which savaged production and distribution lines.
More...; November 30, 2011 | Related Entries - Other Stuff
Nikon announces SB-910 high-end Speedlight featuring Advanced Flash Technology and Intelligent Features: Nikon has announced the addition of a new flagship speedlight, the powerful and capable SB-910 speedlight. Building on the versatility of Nikon’s Creative Lighting System (CLS), the SB-910 incorporates an enhanced intuitive operating system and graphic user interface (GUI). The SB-910 speedlight comes equipped with a wide zoom range covering the most popular focal lengths as well as FX/DX-format identification that optimizes zoom settings based on the camera body. This new speedlight also provides more efficient battery usage as well as an enhanced Thermal Cut-Out function. The SB-910 speedlight is designed to provide easy operation and menu navigation, with its enhanced operating system featuring illuminated function buttons, a dedicated Menu button with quick access to custom settings and an improved LCD screen graphic user interface.
More...; November 30, 2011 | Related Entries - Digital Cameras
Casio Handheld Printer Terminal Offers Data Reading, Transmission and Printing All in One Unit: The new Casio IT-9000-GMC25E is an all-in-one handheld printer terminal equipped with a thermal printer, near field communication (NFC) reader/writer designed for contactless smart cards and radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags, a C-MOS Imager for scanning 1D and 2D symbologies, a magnetic card reader, 3G wireless WAN capable of high-speed downlink packet access (HSDPA), GPS capabilities, and an auto-focus digital camera. The Casio IT-9000-GMC25E features a 9.4-centimeter (3.7-inch) video graphics array (VGA) touch panel fitted with a Blanview LCD that realizes excellent visibility both indoors and outdoors with low power consumption. The model is compliant with IP54 dustproof and splashproof standards, and its casing can withstand a drop of up to 1.5 meters, making it suitable for uses in a wide variety of settings.
More...; November 29, 2011 | Related Entries - Computing
Mitsubishi Electric Develops C-band Gallium Nitride High-Electron Mobility Transistors for Satellite Earth Stations: Mitsubishi Electric has developed two Gallium Nitride (GaN) High-Electron Mobility Transistor (HEMT) C-band (4-8GHz) amplifiers for satellite earth stations. Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) amplifiers have been commonly employed in microwave power transmitters. In recent years, however, Gallium Nitride (GaN) amplifiers have become increasingly popular due to their high breakdown-voltage and power density, high saturated electron speed and ability to contribute to power saving and the downsizing of power transmitter equipment.
More...; November 29, 2011 | Related Entries - Other Stuff
Nissan Juke Nismo Concept gives first glimpse of Nismos future: Nissan reveals a bold new future for its Nismo performance arm. One of the undoubted stars of the Tokyo Motor Show is the Nissan Juke Nismo, an idea of how a premium sports version of the hugely successful compact crossover could look.With its distinctive styling Nissan Juke has redefined the highly competitive B-segment, but the Juke Nismo Concept is even more dramatic. It's lower, wider and has a tougher stance. Even standing still, it's clearly a performance car. Aimed at a car-loving audience looking for a car that reflects an edgy personality, Juke Nismo Concept magnifies the standard car's unique mix of compact car agility, coupé-like responses and SUV strength.
More...; November 29, 2011 | Related Entries - Transport
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