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Casio G-Shock Gravity Defier watches features a cockpit gauge design

2010-03-22T08:28:46Z

The new three Casio G-Shock Gravity Defier watches based on an aviator concept offer performance that can withstand strong centrifugal gravitational force. These G-Shock models are resistant to centrifugal gravitational force to a level that greatly exceeds that required for flight data recorders and cockpit voice recorders (up to 15 Gs) using the steady-state acceleration test stipulated by the ISO 2669 Environmental Tests for Aircraft Equipment. The watch face of the new models features a cockpit gauge design. The new watches boast a urethane bezel on the top-most surface, in order to protect the gauges or the canopy inside the cockpit from damage caused by accidentally bumping the watch.]]> The large buttons offer better operability, while button guards prevent operation errors or damage. The new watches also feature Tough Movement, which is the key component in Casio’s radio-controlled watch technology, further enhancing reliability. The new Casio models have the detailed specifications that pilots are looking for, including construction, design, and function.

Mitsubishi Electric launches new Intelligent Power Modules for Solar Power Generation Systems

2010-03-22T08:23:10Z

Mitsubishi Electric announced today the launch of its new PV Series intelligent power modules (IPM), mainly for use in residential photovoltaic (PV) inverters. Demand for PV systems is increasing as a means to generate renewable energy to help prevent global warming. Inverters are an essential part of PV systems, converting DC electricity generated from solar cells into AC electricity for residential use. Because inverters for residential PV systems are usually installed indoors, it is important that they be made as small as possible.]]> The six Mitsubishi models, which can also be used in inverters for fuel cell systems, each measure 90 mm ×
50 mm, contributing greatly to PV inverter miniaturization. Shipments will begin in May 2010 through
Mitsubishi Electric sales sites in the Americas, Europe, China and Korea.

Sharp develops Worlds thinnest CMOS camera for vehicle rearview monitoring systems

2010-03-19T10:27:52Z

Sharp has developed and will introduce a CMOS camera unit designed for vehicle rearview monitoring systems.The 1/3.7-type RJ642A10000Q CMOS camera unit developed by Sharp features a resolution of 320,000 pixels with the industry’s thinnest profile of 19.5 mm. The Sharp 1/3.7-type RJ642A10000Q CMOS device is a single camera unit integrating a high-sensitivity CMOS image sensor with on-board image processing circuitry and a lens inside a dustproof and waterproof enclosure with an attached video output cable. Due to its compact size and thin profile, it can be installed without interfering with the design aesthetics of the vehicle. When connected to a car navigation system or LCD monitor, guide lines can be overlaid on the display to indicate the vehicle width.]]> The use of automotive cameras is spreading widely mainly in the Japanese market for rearview monitoring systems that give the driver a view behind the vehicle to avoid accidents and to check parking position. The CMOS camera with NTSC output, measures 19.0 x 19.0 x 19.5 D mm and weigh16.2 g (including 0.25-m cable). Mass production of Sharp CMOS camera will commence on May25, 2010, with a monthly production of 5,000 units.

JVC 4K Projector for high-quality imaging

2010-03-19T10:06:36Z

JVC today announced the new, 10 MegaPixel DLA-SH7NLG, a 4K D-ILA projector incorporating three 1.27-inch 4K2K D-ILA display devices for high-quality imaging and dual ultra-high-pressure mercury lamps for 5,000 ANSI lumens of brightness. Combining superb definition and resolution with low-cost maintenance, the JVC 4K2K D-ILA projector is ideal for planetariums, museums, simulators, and medical institutions, as well as high-spec design and monitoring facilities.]]> The projector with elaborate design offers operational flexibility, including stacking two projectors to display 3D images or installation on a +/- 90-degree tilt. The JVC DLA-SH7NLG only weighs about 110 pounds, excluding lens and is available for approximately $150,000 plus lens

Aladdin Flying Carpet coming to Tokyo DisneySea

2010-03-19T09:19:40Z

Themed to the Disney film Aladdin, Jasmine’s Flying Carpets is a ride attraction where guests can soar over Jasmine’s garden on a flying carpet. The ride will debut in summer 2011 at the Tokyo DisneySea theme park facing Tokyo Bay in Chiba Pref. Guests will be able to maneuver their vehicle up and down to a height of 5 meters, and tilt the vehicle forward and backward, as if flying their own magical carpet. This uplifting ride can be enjoyed by all, from young children to adults. Guests can also watch their friends and family on their flying carpet from an elevated viewing deck.]]> Built at a cost of $22.1 million, the Jasmine’s Flying Carpets with seating capacity of 4 persons (2 persons in 2 rows) per vehicle will have a total of 16 vehicles. With the addition of this new attraction in summer 2011, there will be a total of 32 facilities at Tokyo DisneySea Park (27 attractions, 2 character greeting facilities, and 3 entertainment facilities).

Nissan LEAF -World's first affordable electric car will be manufactured in Sunderland UK

2010-03-18T08:26:27Z

Nissan LEAF -world's first affordable, mass produced zero emission car will be manufactured at its plant in Sunderland, UK. Production of Nissan LEAF will begin in Oppama, Japan later this year followed by Smyrna, Tennessee, USA in 2012. Sunderland will come on-line in early 2013 with an initial annual production capacity of about 50,000 units. The three production sites will support the sales launch of the model, which begins in late 2010 in Japan, the United States and selected European markets, ahead of global mass marketing from 2012.]]> Nissan and its Alliance partner Renault are the only automakers committed to mass marketing pure electric vehicles on a global scale and together have announced production capacity of 500,000 units per year. To date, the Alliance has entered into more than 50 partnerships worldwide with countries, cities, organizations and other key stakeholders to prepare the markets and infrastructure for the successful adoption of EVs around the world.

AT&T announces Worlds first automatic zero draw charger

2010-03-17T14:01:33Z

AT&T ZERO Charger is the eco-friendly charging solution for mobile phones. Conventional chargers left plugged in – even when not actively charging – can draw as much as 5 to 20 times more energy than stored in the battery. The advanced, energy-saving AT&T ZERO Charger outperforms other chargers by automatically shutting down when not in use.Vampire draw is 100% eliminated and you’ll never have to unplug your charger again. The AT&T ZERO Charger works by automatically sensing when a mobile phone is not plugged up to the charger and cutting the power supply from the wall socket. The AT&T ZERO Charger will make life easier for customers, with a block and cable design for maximum interchangeability, allowing them to use the same charger for future handsets and will, over time, cut the number of chargers produced, thus reducing future landfill waste.]]> The AT&T ZERO Charger will be sold in packaging with 100% recycled paper. AT&T recently announced a transition to smaller and more eco-friendly packaging for the wireless device accessories sold in AT&T stores. This change will eliminate more than 60 percent of the paper and more than 30 percent of the plastic previously used for AT&T's accessory products. The AT&T ZERO Charger has a 5-star efficiency rating, which exceeds the standards set by GSMA. The ZERO Charger is AT&T's first step toward full GSMA compliance. When the AT&T ZERO Charger goes on sale in May, it will cost the same as existing replacement chargers.

The end of Toshiba incandescent bulb production will lead to 430000 tons of carbon dioxide reduction

2010-03-17T13:29:43Z

Toshiba and Toshiba Lighting and Technology, today marked the end of production of general-use incandescent bulbs, a product which Toshiba was first to manufacture in Japan and that it has produced for 120 years. In 1890, Ichisuke Fujioka, one of the leading engineers at the time, established Hakunetsu-sha & Co., Ltd., one of the companies that eventually merged with Toshiba, as Japan's first manufacturer of incandescent lamp bulbs. From an initial production of only 10 bulbs a day, production climbed to a peak of 78 million a year, and cumulative shipments to date add up to 4.07 billion bulbs. The end of incandescent bulb production comes a year ahead of Toshiba’s original plan, and will lead to total of 430,000 tons of carbon dioxide reduction.]]> Though it will continue to produce specialty incandescent bulbs, Toshiba will now direct its attention to further promoting much more efficient and environmentally friendly LED lighting.

Razer DeathAdder Left Hand Edition- First gaming mouse designed for professional left-handed gamers

2010-03-17T13:21:17Z

Razer today announced the Razer DeathAdder Left Hand Edition, the very first gaming mouse designed with the professional left-handed gamer in mind. The Razer DeathAdder Left Hand Edition is engineered to give lefties the competitive edge, combining a comfortable ergonomic form factor.The Razer DeathAdder Left Hand Edition with five programmable Hypereponse buttons, as well as the 1000Hz Ultrapolling technology; provide gamers with the speed necessary to make every moment count.]]> Loaded with a 3500dpi Razer Precision 3.5G infrared sensor that offers over four times more precision than a standard 800dpi mouse, the Razer DeathAdder Left Hand Edition is fully equipped to frag, especially when you strike from the blind side.

International Telecommunication Union approves Korean Phone Charger as Global Standard

2010-03-17T12:54:30Z

The International Telecommunication Union approved a mobile phone charger made by South Korean companies as one of the global standards. The ITU has approved South Korea’s integrated I/O connection for universal power adapter, which works with any input voltage, as an international standard for a handset charger.

NVIDIA 3DTV Play-For the ultimate in big screen 3D gaming action

2010-03-17T12:45:39Z

NVIDIA today announced NVIDIA 3DTV Play, its latest software solution that allows consumers to connect their GeForce GPU-powered desktop or notebook computer to new 3D TVs, for the ultimate in big screen 3D gaming action. NVIDIA 3DTV Play software lets you connect any compatible NVIDIA GeForce GPU-powered PC or notebook to 3D TVs for the ultimate, high-definition, big-screen, 3D entertainment experience. By leveraging the processing power of NVIDIA GeForce GPUs, 3DTV Play software delivers the best the PC has to offer: play hundreds of standard PC games in stunning 3D environments such as World of Warcraft – Wrath of the Lich King, Battlefield Bad Company 2, and James Cameron’s Avatar: The Game.]]> You can also watch the upcoming Blu-ray 3D Hollywood blockbusters, view digital 3D photographs, and even watch streaming 3D movies for the ultimate viewing party.

LG announces two new phones- LG Cookie Plus and LG Cookie Fresh to its popular Cookie Series

2010-03-17T12:28:15Z

LG brings more fun and creativity to its touchscreen phones with two new phones- LG Cookie Plus (LG GS500) and LG Cookie Fresh (LG GS290) -- to its popular Cookie Series. LG Cookie Plus (LG GS500), centered on social connectivity, is a 3G handset suited for a powerful but friendly networking experience. It also supports downloading and running applications, real-time push e-mail and web browsing. For those craving a new look, LG Cookie Fresh (LG GS290) boasts a distinctive design with a splash of imagination and personality. This handset offers the features found in the original Cookie but comes in a sleek and smooth package and soft outer grip as well as in 16 bold color variations.]]> The new LG phones follow their predecessor, LG Cookie, which sold over 13 million units worldwide by offering an exciting full touchscreen experience with social networks, mobile applications and advanced graphics. LG Cookie Plus (LG GS500) will be available worldwide this month after making its debut in France and Italy. LG Cookie Fresh (LG GS290) will be available in over 60 countries following its introduction in Germany and Russia. Prices will be announced separately in each market.

Kyocera’s recrystallized ruby used in the design of the limited-edition of Casio G-Shock watch

2010-03-17T11:50:09Z

Kyocera today announced that it’s recrystallized ruby - known as- created ruby has been employed for the first time in a decorative design application as watch parts. Previously the company’s original crystal technology, which produces synthetic gemstones with crystalline structures identical to naturally occurring gemstones, was only used for traditional jewelry applications. The ruby material has been utilized in the design of the limited-edition model MR-G, the highest-end series in Casio’s shock-resistant G-Shock brand watches. 4.85 carats (approx. 0.97g) of Kyocera’s recrystallized ruby has been set into the inner-casing around the numerals in the city code display design.The pure ruby-red coloration only attainable in a recrystallized ruby is the perfect embodiment of the MR-G's theme color, Japanese traditional deep red, and boldly expresses the strength and beauty of the watch. ]]> Recrystallized gemstones, which can be produced with fewer internal flaws and impurities than naturally occurring gemstones, feature several advantages including: Brilliant coloration, high transparency, durability for easy cutting, and a wide range of size and shape possibilities. The limited-edition Casio MR-G watch which utilizes Kyocera’s recrystallized ruby will be featured at BASELWORLD 2010, taking place in Basel, Switzerland from March 18-25.

Casio announces three limited-edition digital pianos to commemorate the launch of its first electronic musical instrument Casiotone 201 thirty years ago

2010-03-17T11:42:08Z

Casio announced today the release of three limited-edition digital pianos designed to commemorate the launch of its first electronic musical instrument Casiotone 201 thirty years ago in January 1980.Casio has equipped these new digital pianos CELVIANO AP-6, Privia PX-3 and Privia PX-7 with special design features such as a “Limited Edition” inscription. Based on the AP-620, the top-of-the-line piano in the CELVIANO series, the AP-6 has been beautifully finished in a black polish even more befitting a grand piano. Equipped with a high-output amplifier and four 2-way speakers, a damper pedal with continuous half-pedal operation, 250 various instrument tones, and an SD memory card slot, the AP-6 inherits the high specs of the AP-620 flagship model. With a slim body like every Privia piano, the newly developed PX-3 is a genuine stage piano packed with functions that set it apart from standard models. With the high-performance Digital Signal Processor (DSP), 64 effects can be applied to two tones, and with two assignable buttons for allocating effects such as modulation, the PX-3 can be freely programmed for practically any kind of performance. ]]> Based on the popular PX-730, the standard model in the Privia lineup, the PX-7 boasts a white wooden-like finish, with both the body and stand matching in color. The piano’s refined matte keyboard provides a comfortable surface for the fingertips, while its overall look and feel project a high-class image befitting a special model.

Sanyo Solar Parking Lot recharges electric hybrid bicycle batteries and illuminates LED parking lot lights in Japan

2010-03-16T09:51:28Z

Sanyo has completed installation of two Solar Parking Lots, incorporating solar panels and lithium-ion battery systems, and provision of 100 electric hybrid bicycles, eneloop bike in Setagaya, Tokyo Japan. The Solar Parking Lot is a completely independent and clean system eliminating the use of fossil fuels, and the clean power generated from the solar panels installed on the roof is stored to be used to recharge the electric hybrid bicycle batteries and illuminate the LED parking lot lights. The 100 eneloop bike units provided at the three locations will be used as community bicycles by a wide range of people residing in and outside Setagaya. ]]> By combining HIT solar panels with lithium-ion battery systems Sanyo’s Solar Parking Lot enables recharging the electric hybrid bicycles without any commercial power source, even at night or on a rainy day. The lithium-ion battery system also features AC power outlets that can be used to power external equipment during an emergency. In addition, the installed system incorporates a DC charger. The DC charger enables photovoltaic energy generated and stored in DC (direct current) to be used directly and effectively without AC (alternative current) conversion.