Belkin Intros Desktop Internet Phone for Skype

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: March 11, 2008 - 9:44 AM PST Category: CE More Info: http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=404607 Belkin International released its new Desktop Internet Phone for Skype, which allows you to make free Skype Internet calls without having to turn on your computer. The new phone features speaker, speed dial, call hold/release, call pickup/park, mute, redial, hold, call-timer display, and contact list. Its contact list supports 500 sets of Skype and SkypeOut contacts and logs automatically into Skype after initial login. Suggested price: USD 99.99. click to enlarge   Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

OCZ Starts Mass Production of NIA

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: March 4, 2008 - 9:11 AM PST Category: CE More Info: http://www.ocztechnology.com/aboutocz/press/2008/273 OCZ introduces NIA, a new peripheral designed to provide an immersive experience for gamers. It is the first commercially available BCI (brain-computer interface) specifically for PC gamers. NIA converts EEG (electroencephalograph) signals into keystrokes. The commands are calibrated based on the individual’s physiology and personal preferences. Each of the Actuator’s signals can be assigned to a specific keystroke on the keyboard or a mouse button; so gamers can run, jump, and fire faster all without “lifting a finger”. So, the NIA will allow users to control PC games without the use of a keyboard and minimal use of a mouse. The final version of the NIA uses a sleek metal housing, a USB 2.0 interface, and streamlined headband with carbon “dry” interface sensors. OCZ will be demoing the mass production device and begin accepting orders at the CeBIT 2008 in Hannover, Germany.   click to enlarge   Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Trancend Releases T.sonic 320

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: February 19, 2008 - 8:17 AM PST Category: CE More Info: http://www.transcendusa.com/Products/ModDetail.asp?ModNo=196 Transcend has introduced a new addition to its line of T.sonic MP3 players, the T.sonic 320.  It comes with a built-in USB connector, which allows the MP3 player to operate like a USB flash drive. With that function, it becomes easier to transfer songs, pictures, documents and other files from any computer with a USB port. It measures only 85.5mm x 25.5mm x 13mm and weighs 9g (with rechargeable Li-ion battery). Additionally, the T.sonic 320 has a dual-color OLED display that can be viewed at any angle, guarantees Transcend. The player also features a built-in FM radio, A-B repeat and variable playback speeds. It supports MP3, WMA, WAV, and even WMA-DRM10 subscription music.   The player also comes bundled with a software application that allows you temporarily lock your computer, password protect files and partition the MP3 player's memory into Public and Private areas. It is now available in two capacities, each with an eye-catching jewel-like color: 2GB (Burgundy) and 4GB (Sapphire).     click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

ASUS Intros Nova P22 Mini-Desktop PC

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: January 8, 2008 - 7:43 AM PST Category: CE More Info: http://usa.asus.com/index.aspx ASUS has also released in CES the Nova P22, a portable Dual Core mini-mesktop PC. ASUS guarantees that the new PC is ultra-quiet, besides being extremely portable - it  requires only 122 cubic inches of space. Nova P22 features Intel Core 2 Duo processor that is cooled passively and actively by a heat dissipation module, heat pipes and fans; supports 802.11n wireless standard and comes with a pair of built-in speakers housed at the front. The Nova P22 will be available in late January for USD 799. In its release, ASUS didn't say a word about its memory or hard drive capacities. But, the asian version, announced in late 2007, had 1GB of RAM and a 160GB hard drive.     Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Samsung Unveils S760 and S860 Cameras

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: December 4, 2007 - 8:37 AM PST Category: CE More Info: http://www.samsungcamera.com/product/pro_list.asp?cat_uid=11 Samsung has unveiled two new cameras to their S series. The 7 mega pixel S760 and the 8 mega pixel S860 features Intelligent Face Recognition Technology, whichdetects the subject’s face and automatically adjusts auto focus and auto exposure. Both models have 3 x optical zoom and a 2.4” LCD display, 11 scene modes and digital image stabilisation technology. They will be available in black, silver, pink or blue colours from January starting at US$ 169.     Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Microsoft Ships XBox 360 Arcade

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: October 23, 2007 - 5:26 PM PST Category: CE More Info: http://www.xbox.com/en-US/hardware/x/xbox360arcadesystem/ Microsoft has launched this tuesday the XBox 360 Arcade, which includes five family games: PAC-MAN Championship Edition, Uno, Luxor 2, Boom Boom Rocket and Feeding Frenzy. The arcade doesn't have a hard disk drive, but comes with a wireless controller, a HDMI connection and 256 MB of memory. Suggested price: USD 279.99. click to enlarge   Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Microsoft Zune Enters a New Generation

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: October 3, 2007 - 7:25 AM PST Category: CE More Info: http://www.zune.net/en-US/meetzune/ Microsoft unveils new Zune in five different colors, and now in 4 GB, 8 GB and 80 GB versions. A limited WiFi connections is available to share music and photos with another Zune. However, there's a limit on shared songs: zune owners can listen to shared music 3 times over any period of time. They are available in brown, black, green, red and pink. The 4GB model will cost USD 149, the 8-GB Zune, USD 199 and the 80GB model will go on sale for USD 249.     Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

First iPhone Battery Replacement Kit

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: July 31, 2007 - 6:14 PM PST Category: CE More Info: http://shop.brando.com.hk/prod_detail.php?prod_id=02068 The asian Brando launches the first iPhone battery replacement kit. Users who wants to replace iPhone batteries, need to send the gadget to Apple for a fee (USD 79 + USD 6.95 for shipping). This kit costs only USD 20 and comes with an iPhone battery (1400mAh, 3.7V), tools and an instruction manual. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Fujifilm Announces 12 MP FinePix F50fd

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: July 30, 2007 - 6:26 PM PST Category: CE More Info: http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/index.html Fujifilm announces the new FinePix F50fd, a 12 Megapixel compact digital camera. It features ISO settings of up to ISO 6400. It also comes with 3.0x optical zoom and a 2.7" high-resolution 230,000 pixel wide angle view LCD, Dual Image Stabilization and Hyper Face Detection 2.0 Technology, which can detect up to 10 human faces in a scene in as little as 0.05 seconds - correcting focus, exposure, and white balance automatically, regardless of where subjects are located within the frame. Additional improvements in Face Detection 2.0 include a new Automatic Red-Eye Removal. The F50fd should be available in September at around USD 300. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

No More 60 GB PS3 Soon...

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: July 13, 2007 - 1:13 PM PST Category: CE More Info: http://www.playstation.com/ Sony announces that the 60 GB Playstation 3 will no longer be available in USA once it has sold out. The company has recently announced the USD 100 drop price on this model, and it has launched the new 80 GB model. Who thinks it is a strategy to help jumpstart sales? Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Sony Cuts Price of PS3 and Announces New 80 GB Model

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: July 9, 2007 - 7:07 PM PST Category: CE More Info: http://www.us.playstation.com/ Sony announced a new 80GB model of its Playstation 3 to be launched in August. The new PS3 model will be available in USA for a suggested retail price of USD 599 and will be sold with the online-enabled racing game MotorStorm. The company has also announced a new price for its 60 GB model, which will be available for USD 499, o USD 100 below the original launch price. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Apple Shows iPhone Acessories

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: June 29, 2007 - 10:34 AM PST Category: CE More Info: http://www.apple.com/iphone/accessories/ iPhone will be launched today in US Market and Apple shows some of its acessories. The Bluetooth Headset (image below) delivers up to 5.5 hours of talk time and up to 72 hours of standby time. It costs USD 129. The iPhone Dock offers easy access to a USB port for syncing or charging, and audio line out for connecting to powered speakers for USD 49. But if you'll buy the bluetooth headset, you should prefer the Dual Dock, whch gives you both iPhone and iPhone headset a plac to call home. Price: USD 49. One of the most interesting acessories is the AirPort Extreme Base Station, which allows iPhone to connect to your AirPort Extreme wireless network so you can surf web pages and download email at up to broadband speeds. Suggested price: USD 179. Other accessories available include a  a USD 29 Stereo headset, a USD 19 iPhone TTY Adapter, USD 29 USB power adapter, USD 19 Dock Connector to USB Cable, USD 29 Bluetooth Travel Cable and a USD 19 Dock Connector to USB Cable. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Apple Debuts iPhone on June 29

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: June 4, 2007 - 1:59 PM PST Category: CE More Info: http://www.apple.com/iphone/ads/ Apple will start selling its iPhone on June 29. The iPhone, which brings functionality of mobile phone, PDA and multimedia player, cost USD 500 or USD 600, depending on the amount of memory included. It will come with either 4 gigabytes or 8 gigabytes of flash memory. AT&T has exclusive iPhone rights for two years. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Palm Launches Foleo Companion

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: May 31, 2007 - 7:50 AM PST Category: CE More Info: http://www.palm.com/us/products/mobilecompanion/foleo/experience/index... Palm wishes to get out of your pocket. The new Palm Foleo its a hybrid between a notebook and a smartphone that connects wirelessly with your smartphone to help you do more on the go. With its 10-inch screen and full-size keyboard, Foleo can be used to view attachments, type longer emails, or to get a bigger look at web pages and photos you'd normally view on your smartphone. It works with Palm Treo, but Palm believes that most smartphones based on Windows Mobile should work with little or no modification. It features Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity, Linux OS, 5-hour battery life and weights 2.5 pounds. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Microsoft Surface Unveiled

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: May 31, 2007 - 7:31 AM PST Category: CE More Info: http://www.microsoft.com/surface/ Microsoft Surface provides the first in a new category of surface computing products. The intuitive user interface works without a traditional mouse or keyboard, allowing people to interact with content and information on their own or collaboratively with their friends and families. The surface can also recognize physical objects from a paintbrush to a cell phone, so Users can place physical objects on the surface to trigger different types of digital responses, including the transfer of digital content.Surface is a 30-inch display in a table-like form factor that small groups can use at the same time. The prototype works with Intel Pentium 4 at 3 GHz, 2 GB of memory and five infrared cameras which can detect multitouch on the surface. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top