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Feb 13, 2009

LaCinema Black MAX

LaCie intros 8x d2 Blu-ray burner, LaCinema Black MAX media streamer

It was May of last year when LaCie last updated its external d2 Blu-ray burner, so it's about time we saw that 4x burn rate double to an entirely more palatable 8x. Available now for consumers in the US, the latest d2 Blu-ray Drive ($449.99) can toast both single- and dual-layer BD-Rs at 8x, and it can connect to one's machine via FireWire or USB 2.0. In related news, the outfit has also introduced a LaCinema Black MAX over in Europe, which acts to serve up all sorts of digital media (photos, video clips, music, etc.) on one's HDTV. You can order it with 500GB / 1TB of inbuilt storage, and the integrated Ethernet jack / WiFi module enables it to pull media (up to 1080p) from other locations on your network. We've nary a clue on pricing / availability for this one, but we'll leave it to those in Europe to hunt it down and brag to us Yanks.

IDrive

IDrive Portable HDD backup your files locally and online

Look, we feel your pain. There's about a gazillion options when it comes to portable hard drives, but the IDrive Portable actually does differentiate itself from the masses in one particularly useful way. Aside from being the "thinnest and lightest portable USB drive in its class," this 0.3 pound unit houses 320GB of space on a 5,400RPM HDD, and it plays nice with Windows / OS X machines. Predictably, it features a one-click backup option for storing precious data outside of your PC, but unlike the other guys, this one also includes the ability to backup online for yet another layer of protection. Of course, that online bit will run you up to $4.95 per month, but we have to say the interface looks pretty swank. Anywho, the device itself is listed as shipping within one to two days for $119.95, and all the nitty-gritty about the services is tucked away in the read link.

QNAP's 4-bay Atom-based TS-439

It's already been an exciting year for QNAP fanboys... not only has the company graced the world (and our pages) with a new 6-bay NAS, but it's already back for more. Billed as "the world's first 4-bay Intel Atom-based NAS," the TS-439 Pro Turbo NAS sports an Intel 1.6GHz CPU, 1GB memory, support for RAID 0/1/5/6/5+spare configurations, up to 6TB capacity (that's before you start adding external drives) and a whole host of server functions, including all the FTPing, DDNS, MySQL and XDove mail servin' your little heart desires. And if that weren't enough, the Surveillance Station feature supports video monitoring and recording from up to four IP-based cameras. No price listed, but we do have plenty of glamor shots for you in the gallery below.

Transcend 192GB 2.5-inch SSD drive

It's not exactly the most spacious 2.5-inch SSD drive available, but Transcend's new 192GB model certainly isn't any slouch either and, according to the company, it should be more than fast enough for most users as well. That's due in no small part to its SATA II interface that helps push out read / write speeds of 150MB and 90MB per second, which are further backed up by a latency of just 0.2ms, and some integrated Error Correction Code (or ECC) to ensure that data is transferred intact. No word on a price just yet, but it looks like it should be rolling out any day now, if it's not already.

Transcend 192GB ssd Drive

Samsung YP-VP1 Voice Recorder Launched

Samsung has launched its new YP-VP1 portable voice recorder, which is available in 2GB and 4GB models.
The device claims to record up to 30 hours of MP3 sound at 192Kbps quality.
The gadget is also fitted with a digital camera, that allows the user to "voice Tag' recording with photos, and comes equipped with a FM tuner.

SAMSUNG VOICE RECORDER, SAMSUNG YP_VP1

Sony Ericsson F305

Sony Ericsson F305 is a Motion gaming phone. In motion gaming, gaming gets physical - turn, swing, move your phone to control the action.
The device comes with a 262.144 color TFT (176x220 pixels). Phone is equipped with 10MB of internal memory which can be expanded up to 4GB via microSD card. The gadget is loaded with 2 megapixel of camera with 2.5x digital Zoom. It has a special feature known as photo fix which Optimize image quality. Photo fix adjusts light balance and contrast after you have taken a picture. Camera also supprot video recording.
The device has in built music player which allow to play songs of different formats. It also has Stereo speakers.
It supports GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 networks.
Phone is equipped with special gaming key which provide a pleasent gaming experience.
Apart from all latest feature it also support all basic features like bluetooth, messaging, accessing WAP pages, internet browsing etc.

For More Detail Visit: Sonyericsson.com

SONY ERICSSON F305,SONY,SONY ERICSSON

Benq JoyBook Lite

The newest entrant in the popular netbook segment, BenQ's JoyBook Lite U101, sports a 10.1 inch LED-backlight screen. Running on Windows XP, the 1.1-Kg device comes equipped with 1.6GHz intel Atom processor, 160GB hard disk, 1GB RAM, 1.3 megapixel Webcam, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, 4-in-1 memory card reader, and a 6 cell battery that promises up to 7.2 hours of computing on a single charge.

Cost In India: Rs 28,000

For detail visit: Benq.com

BENQ JOY BOOK

Spice S-940

The latest candybar handset from Spice Mobiles, the S-940, boasts of a unique 'privacy lock' that allows users to password-protected critical data on their Phone, such as inbox messages, contacts, images, etc. The device sports a 2.4-inch TFT scree microSD card- which can be expanded up to 2GB.
The Gadget comes equipped with a 2 megapixel camera, Bluetooth, FM radio with recording facility, and Java.
Battery has talk time of up to 5 hours.

Cost In India: Rs 5,999

For More Detail Visit: SpiceMobile.com

SPICE S-940

Sony Ericsson Z520i

Sony Ericsson Z520i nice stylish phone known for its impressive light effect signal for incoming call or messages. Phone also allows user to program lights and allow to specify specific pattern in which it will work for your friend in phone book.
Phone also has an external screen which enable to see who is calling without opening the phone. Many functionality in phone can be operated in closed mode.
Phone has a TFT screen of 128X160 pixel resolution. The device is loades with 168 MB of internal memory and can be expanded via microSD card. The gadget weigh around 94 gr or 3.3 OZ, it is 83.0 x 46.0 x 24.0 mm in dimension. The Phone supprots network like GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 1900. The device is equipped with camera with 4X digital
Zoom. Using this device one can also browse through WAP pages.
The device fully loaded all the other basic features which is required now a days.

For More Detail On Specification Visit: SonyEricsson.com

SONY ERICSSON Z520I, Sony Ericsson

ASUS VK266H

Asus'new 25.5-inch widescreen monitor,the VK266H,boasts of a native reslution of 1920*1200 pixels, along with a contrast ratio of 20000:1 and a 2ms response time. The device includes Myriad connectivity option,offering a choice
between DVI,VGA,HDMI and even component cable;and yes,there's also SPDIF audio output, in case you aren't satisfied with the built-in stereo speakers. The fullHD (108p) device also features Asus' Splendid video picture-enhancing
technology,and five preset modes to choose from:theatre,game,scenery,nigntview,and standard. Equipped with a rotatable 2-megapixel Webcam.

Cost In India: Rs 26,250.

For more details, visit: asus.com

ASUS VK266h,ASUS

Sony VAIO P

The new 'Pocket Style Pc' by Sony, the Vaio P, comes with an LED-backlit 8 inch screen(1600X768 pixels) and weighs less than 600 gms. The device is equipped with a tracjball instead of a trackpad, and is powered by 1.33GHz Z529 intel Atom processor. Running on Windows Vista, it also features a 60GB hard disk, 2GB RAM, Webcam, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, VGA out and memory card reader.

Cost In India: Rs 49,990

More Details At: Sony.co.in

Sony Vaio p, Sony Vaio

IBuyPower Dragon-based gaming desktops

IBuyPower is stepping out with a few new gaming rigs for the bargain-minded among us. The most recent duo to be outed by the company is the Gamer HAF 91B and the Gamer Fire, both of which are based on AMD's latest Dragon platform and Phenom II CPU. The former gets going at just $999 and includes the Phenom II X4 920 processor, 4GB of DDR2 RAM, a 500GB SATA II hard drive, a dual-layer DVD writer, ATI's 512MB Radeon HD 4850 graphics card, a CoolerMaster HAS 932 case and a 550-watt power supply. The more fiery sibling ups the ante with a Phenom II X4 940 CPU, a 750GB HDD, LG GGC-H20L Blu-ray drive and an NZXT Guardian 921 chassis. 'Course, you'll be paying $1,439 for that one, but either way you'll be keeping things below the evidently magical $1.5k mark. Order away, should you be so inclined. Full release is after the jump.
iBUYPOWER Launches Two New Dragon Based Systems – Gamer HAF 91B and Gamer Fire
Both systems Feature the AMD Phenom II, and ATI Radeon 4000 Series Graphics Card for under $1,500
El Monte, CA – February 12, 2009 – iBUYPOWER, known for its innovative and powerful gaming PCs, is excited to announce two new systems based on AMD's Dragon Platform both under $1,500. The Gamer HAF 91B and Gamer Fire are priced at just $999 and $1,439 respectively and both feature the new AMD Phenom II processors AMD 790GX Crossfire™ chipset, and ATI Radeon 4000 series graphics cards. The new Phenom II processors provide improved performance and power consumption characteristics over older AMD Quad-cores, with value unsurpassed in the consumer CPU market.
"We felt it was time offer the Dragon Platform technology to casual gamers looking to purchase a high-end system without the high-end price tag," said Darren Su, Vice President of iBUYPOWER. "With the Gamer HAF 91B and Fire we can offer powerful systems that deliver high definition graphics and smooth game play at a great value."
Housed in the highly accessible Gamer HAF enclosure, the iBUYPOWER Gamer HAF 91B ships with AMD Phenom™ II X4 920 Processor, 4GB DDR2-800 Memory, and an ATI Radeon™ HD 4850 512MB Video. The iBUYPOWER Gamer HAF 91B was designed for the entry-level PC gamer looking for powerful, yet affordable gaming system.
For a more comprehensive gaming and media solution, iBUYPOWER offers the Gamer Fire system in the NZXT Guardian 921 Case. Customers who upgrade to the Gamer Fire can take advantage of the speedy AMD Phenom™ II X4 940 Processor, a CPU liquid cooling system, LG GGC-H20L BLU-RAY Reader Drive for HD playback and an 800W power supply for just $440 more. iBUYPOWER also included the dominating ATI Radeon™ HD 4870X2 2GB Video Card in the Gamer Fire to provide a significant boost in gaming performance.
The iBUYPOWER Gamer HAF 91B and Gamer Fire are available at www.iBUYPOWER.com.

Toshiba NB100, A350 with 3G

Toshiba has announced that its Satellite A350 and NB100 would soon be finding their way into Europe, Middle East, and African (EMEA) markets with an added bonus: HSPA technology. We've got precisely nada on the price tag for these iterations, however, which normally retail for around $800 and $500 without 3G. If you're on the lookout for a laptop with some extra portability, both models are expected to hit retail channels first quarter of this year.
Toshiba NB100,A350 ,Toshiba

Panasonic's Toughbook 52

After watching its Toughbook 19 and 30 siblings get a makeover, Panasonic's CF-52 wasn't about to miss out on all the fun. The semi-rugged laptop has a few new tricks up its armored sleeve, chief among them an optional 13.3-inch XGA touchscreenwith integrated stylus holder, dual overhead keyboard light, and intel GM45 video controller. If you're not the touchy-feely type, the 15.4-incher is still around, swapping tactile interface for WUXGA resolution and an ATI Radeon HD 3650. Both models sport Intel Core 2 Duos with vPro technology, 2-4 GB DDR2 RAM, Bluetooth and 160GB HDD. Look for these babies to hit retail shelves -- and still work -- later this month for an estimated starting price of ?1851 ($2677).

iBook G4

Apple's been pretty resistant to putting out an OS X netbook, and we might have an inkling why -- according to benchmarks run on a hackintosh'd MSI Wind variant, Apple's OS runs just about as well on your average 1.6GHz Atom / 1GB RAM machines as it does on a four-year-old iBook G4. Sure, the Atom boots a bit faster and outperforms the G4 on simple tasks, but it slows way down when the going gets tough. Of course, the iBook was a much larger machine than most netbooks out there, but with numbers like this we'd say those of you searching for an OS X netbook can skip the EULA violations and just hunt down an old 12-inch PowerBook G4. Check out all the stats at the read link.

Viliv's S5 MID

Viliv has been showing some potential lately with its touchable upcoming products, the clean looking S7 netbook tablet and S5 MID. We received some further information on the latter of those two this morning, most notable being the inclusion of haptic feedback that should make its 4.8-inch, 800 x 480 screen feel a little more tactile. We also got confirmation that the device will be running windows XP hidden behind a custom UI overlay that, we presume, will be similar to the one we saw running at CES on the S7. Still no price, but the company is aiming for a march release domestically. Our fingers are tingling with anticipation.

AMD's new Phenom II

Advanced Micro Devices added new Phenom II desktop models on Monday, including triple-core processors, as it tries to outdo Intel desktop price-performance. The Phenom II "Dragon" line of desktop processors uses AMD's new 45-nanometer technology and comprises both quad-core (X4) and triple-core (X3) parts. The triple-core Phenom II X3 720 Black Edition processor is priced at $145, which AMD compares to Intel's Core 2 Duo (dual-core) E8400 processor, priced at $163. The quad-core X4 810 processor (2.6GHz) is priced at $175 versus the Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200 processor (2.33GHz), priced at $163. The Phenom II processors fit in either AM2+ or AM3 sockets and support DDR2 or next generation DDR3 memory technology. Models include:

AMD Phenom II X4 910 - (2.6GHz)
AMD Phenom II X4 810 - (2.6GHz)
AMD Phenom II X4 805 - (2.5GHz)
AMD Phenom II X3 720 Black Edition - (2.8GHz)
AMD Phenom II X3 710 - (2.6GHz)

The processors are available immediately, AMD said.

S1Digital P500 Media Center, updates ProLine Series of HTPC

It's been a hot minute since S1Digital tickled our attention with a new media center, but the outfit is hitting back this year with a new machine along with updates to a number of its ProLine Series rigs. The new kid on the block is the P500 Media Center, which is available with up to four CableCARD tuners (plus a QAM / ATSC tuner), support for internal RAID5 storage, HDMI / DVI, 7.1-channel audio output and Intel's latest Core 2 Duo processors. As for the refreshed bunch, you can catch the S800 and P600 with Blu-ray drives as standard, quad CableCARD tuners and support for home automation integration with Crestron, AMX, RTI, HAI and PC based-touchscreens over IP or RS-232. Every machine mentioned here can be ordered up now, with the new P500 starting at a staggering $5,999 sans tuners.

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