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Navy 10.1MP Digital Camera

Digital Image Stabilization helps prevent low light or fast moving subjects from blurring images
  • Advanced Face Detection tracks your subjects' faces within the frame and automatically focuses and optimizes exposure for sharp, brilliant pictures
  • 1600 high ISO produces blur-free, brighter images
  • 16 shooting modes including movie with sound
  • Capture and share images in full motion on TV or on the web using VGA Movie with sound
  • In-camera help guide
  • Uses 2x AA batteries
  • 3 11/16" W x 2 7/16" H x 7/8" D
  • Includes 2x AA batteries, USB and AV cables, wrist strap, MASD-1 microSDTM adapter and software
  • Monday, August 3, 2009

    Cubed Electronic Puzzle Game from ThinkGeek

    Saturday, July 25, 2009

    DS Lite Video Review

    Buggy Saints Row: The Musical

    R4DS Features

    Taiko no Tatsujin DS: Review

    WowWee Robosapien Robot Review

    WowWee Mr Personality at CES 2008

    QuadTour How To: Dry out your "wet" electronic gadgets

    Tuesday, July 21, 2009

    Sunday, July 12, 2009

    Archos 704 WiFi reviewed

    We've already had our hands on Archos' 704 WiFi "portable" media player, but the thing's also been making the usual rounds, recently landing in PC Magazine's lap for a full review. All in all, they seem to have been pretty impressed with the player, especially by its big and bright 7-inch display and, of course, its titular WiFi capabilities. On the downside, they not surprisingly found the player to be big and heavy, and they were less than impressed with the need for a docking station (sold separately) to do any recording with the unit. That wasn't enough to stop the 704 from snagging a 4 out of 5 rating, however, with PC Mag saying that the player is "worth all of its $550 price."

    Seagate FreeAgent Theater

    If you store your digital media on portable hard drives, the Seagate FreeAgent Theater makes it easy to enjoy it on your TV set. The device connects to your television via S-Video or component-video cables. Plug a drive into the USB port, and the FreeAgent pulls up all the media content for you to browse. The FreeAgent Theater supports a wide variety of formats, and it also has a dedicated slot for Seagate’s FreeAgent Go drives.

    Toshiba's gigabeat U gets social with FM transmitter

    If you're the type to shun audio trend in favor of audio quality then be sure to give a glance in the direction of Toshiba's latest audio player. The new gigabeat U series of music players comes in 1GB (U101) and 2GB (U201) flavors and features Toshiba's new high-quality, 1-bit TC94A82XBG DAC. Otherwise, the most notable feature is the integrated FM receiver/transmitter allowing you record FM broadcasts to MP3 and even share your audio collection with your car audio system or any other DAP equipped with an FM receiver -- pretty much all of them these days. The player sits 11.9-mm thick with a 1.1-inch organic EL display sporting a 96x96 resolution and graphics reminiscent of nascent web interface design. A 20-hour battery and support for Windows Media DRM10, MP3, and WAV (PCM) round out the specs with a full Japanese launch by April 7th -- ¥13,800 ($118) for the 1GB player or ¥16,800 (about $142) for the 2GB model. Not cheap, but not too beaucoup either.

    Philips's new DCD778 kitchen iPod media appliance

    We can think of better ways to drop four hundred bones than on an overzealous overhead kitchen entertainment unit, but for the food-obsessed that has TVs and iPod docks everywhere else, perhaps Philips's new DCD778 might find a home in your abode. Not just limited to playing tracks from your iPod, the DCD778 can also view DVDs, VCDs, MP3 CDs, and has ATSC / NTSC tuner (we doubt it's high def, but ATSC is certainly the law these days), and AM / FM. Rachel Ray, here we so do not come.

    Victor (JVC) DR-HX500 & DR-HX250 Versatile HD Recorders

    JVC has introduced a couple of versatile HD video recorders, called the DR-HX500 and DR-HX250. Both models combine a HDD in 500GB capacity or 250GB along with a DVD burner and a VHS recorder. They also feature digital/anolog tuners that allows the recording of 2 programs simultaneously, EPG support, HDMI v1.2a with CEC, S-video and composite outputs, and two remote controls.

    No release date was announced, but prices (converted from yen) are $890 for the 500Gb model and $710 for the 250Gb model.

    AMEX iMON HD Mobile - IR Receiver System for Media Center

    AMEX is launching an external model of the new SoundGraph's iMon HD, called the iMON HD Mobile, this sytem includes a remote control, an external VFD display (Vacuum Fluorescent Display) and the iMEDIAN an easy-to-use media center solution for Windows XP & Vista.

    The iMON HD Mobile transforms your computer into a media center and allows you to remotely control it, the VFD device displays various useful information such as "Graphical EQ", "System Info", "Media Info", "Email Check", "News", "World City Time & Weather" and many more. It will be available in black or silver finish for $59.

    LG WM1437BFD Washing Machine

    LG, a leading manufacturer of home appliances and electronic products, has launched many models of washing market in the market, each and every item with latest features. Now, the new innovation from them is LG WM1437BFD Washing Machine, which comes in trendy black colour. This is definitely an attractive one, grabbing your visitor’s attention and is integrated with many advanced features making out the washing work much easier.

    This front loading washing machine has a maximum capacity of 17.64 cu. ft, supporting with 9 wash programmes. Hand wash, wrinkle-free wash, soaking wash, wool wash, delicate wash and cotton wash, along with the quick wash, dual spray feature, steam refresh feature and the extra rinse extra settings are some of the wash programmes and features available in this model. LG WM1437BFD front loading washing machine has the total weight capacity of 7.99 kg.
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    Palm Treo 680 Review

    Palm Treo 680 Mobile phone is the final Treo promised by the renowned manufacturer Treo. This attractive and affordable mobile phone comes with slim and lighter form factor. Apart from making calls this phone allows you to read mails, messaging and web access. This model comes with 21 (D) x 113 (W) x 59 (H) mm and weighs 157 grams. The manufacturer offers 1 year warranty to this model.

    The Bluetooth and USB connectivity of this mobile phone is capable enough to satisfy your connectivity needs. The Blazer mobile browser allows you to access your favourite sites quickly. It facilitates you to access eBay and Google. This mobile phone has got TFT touch screen 320 x 320 pixels resolution and it supports 65,000 colours display.

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    Saturday, July 11, 2009

    Force Push Pull Gauge

    Kalpak micro controller based Force Push Pull Gauges are cost effective, portable and handy equipments with excellent accuracy and linearity. These are designed to be hand held or stand mounted. A wide range of 5 models covering ranges from 5 to 100 Kg force accurately. Kalpak Force Push Pull Gauges use Load Cell to accurately sense the Push/Pull Force on specimen under test and display it on easy to read LCD Display in selectable unit of measurement like Lbs, Kg, Newton or grams.
    Kalpak Force Push Pull Gauge can be used in remote locations due to its lightweight and Battery operation. It has inbuilt memory as well as optional PC and Printer Connectivity so that stored data can be dumped in the PC for further analysis.
    A wide range accessories such as Stands with rotating wheel/ Rack and Pinion type arrangement, Hooks for Tensile tests, Compression Plates, RS232 PC interface, Printer Interface as well as Length Indicator can enhance the capabilities o f Kalpak Force Gauges.

    High Quality Chinavasion flexible Bluetooth Car Kit with A2DP via Latest Gadgets News

    There are a lot of bluetooth car kits on the market at the moment, and with the exception of a few they’re all virtually the same product but in terms of functionality a lot operate in a similar fashion. Chinavasion is constantly concentrating in making of electronic gadgets that makes our life full of comfort and luxury. Here’s the handsfree Bluetooth Car Kit that comes with the A2DP offering you a safe and entertaining journey. It’s no more frustrating for you to take calls while driving, as with this kit you could receive calls, listen your favourite tracks, tune in the FM stations and lot more. With this kit you get the added benefit of a caller ID & ID3 display on the backlit 1.5” screen that will store phone numbers,...

    Inkel Widetouch 5.6

    The only reason the Inkel Widetouch 5.6 is listed here is to show how far the Korean brands have already come. The Widetouch 5.6 has touchscreen controls, a huge 5.6" widescreen LCD display and can receive digital media broadcasts, an asian broadcast format that does not exist in the US (we are stiill struggling with HDTV, which is a compatibility mess over here).

    Oh yes, one more thing, the Widetouch 5.6 is also a GPS unit. It is players like this that give some validity to those seemingly bizarre iPod rumors. There is nothing bizarre about a GPS or Bluetooth iPod other than we haven't seen one yet.

    Electronic Universal Testing Machine

    Kalpak K TEST series Electronic Universal testing Machines are designed to suit to wide range of force Testing applications to aid in Production testing, Quality Assurance, Material and Component evaluation, Design verification, Vendor qualification as well as Product performance validation.
    Wide range of tests can be conducted as per latest ASTM/BS/ISO/DIN standards making them essential for Material Test laboratories of ISO certified companies.

    Dada Code M

    Normally we don't throw wearable DAP players on this list for the same reason we rarely include mobile phones, there are just too many such items out there so we try to stay focused. Naturally some devices we simply can't resist.

    In this case it's a sneaker and yes, those are built in speakers sewn into the side that will pump your latest theme song for all to hear as you walk down the boulevard. Think Travolta in Saturday Night Fever. You too can strut to the sounds of your own theme music. The Code M can either play music through the speakers or to a wireless headphone. Dada claims a 30 foot radius for the wireless, which means friends with wireless headphones can groove to your tunes too! Wow, this is making me giddy. If that is not enough the shiny silver surface just screams pay attention to me. Hey, it's a safety thing! You want speeding cars and airplanes to be able to see you at night, don't cha?

    I am totally entertained by this thing. Just toss a mobile caller into it and you have Maxwell Smart's shoe phone. Don't laugh, the wireless headset can be programmed to take calls from your existing cell phone, so the folks at Dada thought about this. The Dada Code M loads tunes via the USB port (that cable in the photo), which also recharges the device/footwear. The controls are in the tongue of the shoe and Dada claims the Code M will play 6 hours on a single charge. The company says the Code M holds 100 songs, which probably means it holds a very skimpy 256K of memory.

    HP TouchSmart IQ800 – Touch Screen PC

    HP is in the news today due to the company sacking 24600 staff as part of its integration of Electronic Data Systems. Though it is a tad gloomy over in the HR department, HP came up tops introducing the latest touch screen PC, HP TouchSmart IQ800. The PC has 1920 x 1200 touchscreen, a built-in slot-load Blu-ray player, a TV tuner with remote, integrated webcam, Bluetooth, wall mountable, HP Pocket Media drive bay, and an ambient light to illuminate your keyboard.

    RCA Lyra X3000

    RCA is the creator and owner of the MP3 codec and released one of the first portable players back in 1999. They were also the first to incorporate MP3 into their lines of stereo receivers, DVD players and other electronic products. Despite the fact that I always could find their MP3-flavored products in the local department store, I rarely see them in the wild.

    Fortunately for us the company has not let my observations curtail their activities. Lest we live in an iPod-only world it is good to see the likes of Archos, Creative, iRiver, RCA and even the much maligned Sony keep trying.

    The latest batch of RCA units include the Lyra X3000 personal media player. The X3000 uses a 320x240 LCD display, plays MPEG-4 files and can record broadcast programs from the television. The unit sports a 20GB hard drive, small these days for a unit that records and plays back video, and will retail for $399.

    CDPC-630 Dual CD/MP3/USB/MIDI Player with Scratch and Reverse Sound Effects

    Key Specifications/Special Features:

    • 19-inch dual CD/MP3 player
    • Play music from CD loader, external USB storge, or PC
    • Seamless loop
    • Anti-shock
    • Scratch and reverse sound effects
    • Program upgradeable by disc
    • ID tag display
    • Sampler
    • Compatible PC program: Mixvibes 3Dex and E-Mix (www.e-mix.com/cdpc)
    • Instant start: within 0.015s

    Electronic Visual Stethoscope+SpO2+ECG (VES)

    Integrated with functions of electronic stethoscope, ECG and pulse oximeter, this visual electronic stethoscope applies the latest sensor technology to monitor human heart sound and lung sound with adjusted volume control, and it also adds functions like ECG monitor and pulse oximeter. Its high resolution color LCD screen displays real-time ECG waveform, heart rate and blood oxygen saturation (%SpO2) to help doctors diagnose in time. This visual electronic stethoscope is a lightweight, convenient device. It offers user the ability to monitor vital signs in daily life. Features: Portable and convenient to operate Based on latest piezo sensor technology Powerful electronics amplify the sound up to a maximum of 32 times Volume control settings Color LCD display (65536 color): 160*128 pixels Sound modes: Heart, Lung, Heart and Lung combination Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20, 000Hz Real-time display heart rate with bar graph and waveform, ECG waveform and SpO2 value Accommodates infant, pediatric, and adult patients 4.2V Rechargeble Lithium battery Automatic switch off after 3 minutes from last button activation Standard configuration: 1 each External Oximeter Probe 1 each Earphone 1 each User Manual 1 each Power Adapter 1 each USB Charging Cable 1 each Carrying Strap Specifications: Effective Measuring Range: SpO2 Saturation: 35 to 99% Heart Pulse Rate: 30 to 300 bpm Pulse Wave: Bargraph Resolution: +/- 1% for SpO2 & +/- 1bpm for Pulse Rate Measurement Accuracy: SpO2 Saturation(70% to 99%): +/- 2% Heart Pulse Rate: +/- 1bpm Resistance to surrounding light: Deviation is smaller than +/-1% between value of Oxyhemoglobin measured in natural lighting indoor condition and present lighting sources and that measured in dark room Display: Display Mode: High Resolution Color LCD display screen SPO Saturation: 2 Digits Heart Pulse Rate: 3 Digits Battery Indication: Low battery indication Power Requirements: 3.6V DC ~ 4.2V DC Dimensions: 57(L)x32(W)x30(H)mm Weight: 85g (w/ battery)

    PC Based Baggage Screening System: Tunnel Opening- 1,016mm (40") wide by 1,016mm (40") high

    The XIS-100X is a PC based system that incorporates latest electronic technology with an enhanced modular design. The XIS 100XD utilizes a high speed computer that implements advanced complex algorithms in real-time operation.

    The XIS-100XD is designed and developed to be the ideal solution for screening large size luggage, parcels and boxes for airport, government, post office and commercial applications. The tunnel opening of 1,016mm (40") wide by 1,016mm (40") high is specially designed to scan most parcels and large size luggage and clearly view them through a high resolution imaging and display system.

    Vizio JV50P JIVE Plasma TV

    Vizio JV50P JIVE Plasma TV is the most recently introduced plasma television consisting of few better features. In this model, the clarity of the picture is really astonishing without outmost sound clarity. This plasma television is available with a screen size of 50 inches along with the display resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels and the pixel pitch as 0.81. This is a highly comfortable device with its dimensions of 81.8 cm height, 124cm width and 81.8 cm depth.
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    Swedx XV119TVWSAP Sapele LCD TV

    An attractive model LCD television is introduced in the market which is completely designed with sapele mahogany wood. Swedx holds the credit of introducing the new model LCD television. Swedx XV119TVWSAP Sapele LCD TV in definitely an eye-catchy gadget in your living room decorated with wooden works. They are available both in pink and reddish brown. When compared with the metal finish LCD televisions, this sapele LCD TV is more convenient to use.
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    Girls On Film

    Lost in the dark room when it comes to photography? With digital cameras, aperture settings, shutter speeds, and agitation are frustrations of the past.
    Photo agitation, ranging from kiddie-smile-refusal to keeping the developer, fixer and stop bath in a gentle uniform motion while…. wait, what? You wanted to quickly capture your sister in her new Michael Kors one piece tank with chain belt, freeze it for posterity, and now you somehow wound up back in science class? Great, her ride is here. Let’s focus. Bueller? Somewhere between an old-school Polaroid and a video camera rests your new digital camera; the training wheels your clunky Canon AE1 never had.Crutchfield.com is guaranteed to remove your photo-neophobia for a much lower price than your shrink.Technorati Profile

    Terratec NOXON iRadio for iPod

    Offering Internet radio with 10,000+ stations worldwide, an iPod docking station, FM radio, and a USB port, the new TerraTec NOXON iRadio for iPod has started shipping in Europe for €299. The radio connects easily to any home network wirelessly or wired (WiFi 802.11 b/g and Ethernet connectivity) to play Internet radio and to access to music archived on PC and network attached storage (NAS). The device is able to play back MP3, AAC+ and WMA files with support of Microsoft DRM-10.

    The NOXON iRadio for iPod also plays songs delivered from an iPod, and charges it as well. The device automatically acknowledges the iPod as soon as an iPod connector docks on, and responds to remote control commands.

    AMEX iMON HD Mobile - IR Receiver System for Media Center

    AMEX is launching an external model of the new SoundGraph's iMon HD, called the iMON HD Mobile, this sytem includes a remote control, an external VFD display (Vacuum Fluorescent Display) and the iMEDIAN an easy-to-use media center solution for Windows XP & Vista.

    The iMON HD Mobile transforms your computer into a media center and allows you to remotely control it, the VFD device displays various useful information such as "Graphical EQ", "System Info", "Media Info", "Email Check", "News", "World City Time & Weather" and many more. It will be available in black or silver finish for $59.

    Avid Acutus Turntable

    The Avid Acutus isn't new, but it's still a sweet-looking turntable. In brief, this is a belt drive, sprung subchassis design with a unique vibration absorbing mechanism. Vibration caused by the stylus during playback is transmitted to the subchassis directly through the bearing and not absorbed into the platter. This is achieved using a unique matting material and clamping system. External vibrations are isolated by a unique suspension system, now conveniently adjustable from above. Also, the Acutus features a massive 10kg platter driven by a unique hand made motor coupled to a custom power supply.

    The Avid Acutus is available in polished chrome or plated gold finish for a price of $16,000 (tonearm and cartridge sold separately).

    CIAudio VDC 9.0 Power Supply for Logitech Squeezebox Duet

    Channel Islands Audio (CIAudio) is now shipping for the Logitech Squeezebox Duet, an alternative power supply to the Logitech's one. Called the VDC 9.0, this upgrade is said to eliminate noise caused by the standard switching supply, which can contaminate the internal digital and analog circuits. The power supply unit provides an output voltage of 9V DC rated at 2.5 Amps, the design is based around a low noise/high current transformer, discrete Schottky diode bridge rectifier, AC line filter, precision voltage regulator circuit, and 13,600uF of filter capacitance.

    The PSU is available in 120 or 240v input for $279.00.

    Eton P9120 Table Top Stereo System with Dock for iPod by Porsche Design

    Porsche doesn't only design luxury cars, they also design electronic products such as mobile phones, GPS and iPod docks.

    Here is the Eton P9120 which was designed by Porsche, this table top system comes with a separate iPod dock and a stylish remote control. The unit is made of extruded aluminum and includes three 1.5" full-range drivers along with a 15W 3" active subwoofer. The P9120 has a OLED alphanumeric display with clock function, AM/FM tuner and DAB tuner for British market. It's priced at $600.

    Meridian i80 iPod Dock to Match the Ferrari F80 Audio System

    Meridian has unveiled the new i80 universal dock to fit all dockable iPods. Designed in complement to the Ferrari F80 audio system, Meridian says the i80 offers the "very finest" solution for listening to, and sharing your, digital music collection. The i80 connects to the F80 simply, allowing immediate and complete control of the music library stored on the iPod through the F80 remote control or its front panel buttons. Track info is relayed via the F80's OLED display and the i80 also charges your iPod so you get continuous play with no need for extra power cables.

    The dock is available in standard gloss black, but has clip-on red or yellow trims so it matches your particular F80 model. It's available in the next few days for £195.

    Krell Papa Dock Amplifier Gives Power to the KID iPod Dock

    Here is the KID's daddy , the Krell Papa Dock power amplifier has been designed for the KID (Krell Interface Dock) iPod/iPhone dock. It delivers up to 150 watts of power and features a 40,000 microfarad power supply. It also has physically isolated left and right channels, twelve high current output devices and WBT speaker connectors. Papa Dock automatically powers on when an iPod is inserted and powers off when the iPod is removed.

    The Krell's Papa Dock power amplifier is available for $2,500 while "its" KID is priced at $1,500.

    CIPS, DCVG, and Data Logger GPS Survey Instrument

    Hexlogger is the latest in fine GPS Electronic Technology for Pipepeline coating survey such as:

    • Close interval survey "CIPS"
    • Direct Current Voltage Gradient "DCVG
    • Stationary four channel Data Logger for recording instant ON and OFF Pipeline potential stamp with time

    Thursday, July 9, 2009

    Blu-ray Disc Players at CES 2009

    The annual CES in Las Vegas, was held from January 8-11, 2009. Once again CES presented the latest consumer electronics products and innovations that will be available in the coming year, as well as many prototypes of future products. Blu-ray was heavily represented at CES 2009, with a variety of new Blu-ray Disc players, LCD TV/Blu-ray Disc player combnation units, and Blu-ray-equipped, Home Theater-in-a-Box Systems. For a peek at some of the Blu-ray Disc player offerings at CES 2009, continue with the following photo gallery.

    New Ethernet-to-RS485/422/232 Interface

    Electro Standards Laboratories (ESL) announces the new Model 4163/4164 Ethernet-to-RS485/422/232 Interface Converter. This High Speed Ruggedized Interface Converter provides an industrial solution for remote monitoring and control of various devices from virtually anywhere over a LAN/WAN or Internet connection, and converts Ethernet 10/100 Mbps IEEE 802.3 compliant data from a standard LAN/WAN connection to a serial asynchronous data interface over RS232 or RS485/422 networks with a user-selectable baud rate of up to 921,600 bps. This RoHS compliant converter also features ESD protection circuitry on all receivers/transmitters for both RS232 and RS485/422 interfaces. The Model 4163/4164 supports typical devices such as PLC, motor controls, power monitoring, and multi-drop data collection devices such as POS, barcode readers, time clocks, scales, data entry terminals, ATM's as well as other remote serial communications devices. Typical applications include building automation, industrial manufacturing, utilities, transportation and retail POS. Full Details...

    Model 7424 RJ45 A/B/C/D Switch with Serial Remote Control Port

    Electro Standards Laboratories (ESL) has announced the new Pathway® Model 7424 RJ45 A/B/C/D Switch that provides 4-port switching in a low profile unit. The Model 7424 allows sharing a single RJ45 interface device connected to the Common port among four other devices connected to the A, B, C, and D ports. This flexible network switch may be controlled manually by simply pressing and holding the front panel pushbutton. Remotely control the switch, query switch position or lockout front panel controls via the RS232 interface using ASCII commands. All 8 leads of the RJ45 interface are switched and switch ports are transparent to all data. All switched signals are passed via dependable copper contact relays that maintain their position and continuity in the event of a power loss. Full Details...

    Childrens' Learner Laptop with Mouse

    Features:

    Here is a Computer that can be both a Friend & a Teacher to your Child! This Perfect Companion can keep the Child Occupied in 20 Different ways. It not only assists in Learning New Words and Letters, but it also gives tests to gauge the knowledge gained.

    It is a fun friend to have around, as it Plays Games, Melodies and Colors the Childs world by teaching them to draw and color. This is the perfect blend.

    Step 1 - Learn Alphabets:

    • Learn to recognize and pronounce Alphabets
    • Differentiate between Capital and Small Letters
    • Find the letter. Here the laptop speaks out a particular letter and the child needs to identify the correct letter by punching it on the keyboard
    Step 2 - Learn Words:
    • Learn to spell and pronounce
    • Take spelling tests
    • Learn to identify pictures
    Step 3 - Learn Numbers:
    • Learn the correct pronunciation and spelling of numbers -Learn to write the numbers
    • Numbers identification Visual
    • Number identification verbal
    Step 4 - Learn Musical Notes:
    • Play melodies
    • Play musical notes
    • Recognize musical notes visual and verbal
    Step 5 - Play Games:
    • Catch falling objects
    • Find the matching pair
    • Star shooting
    • Draw a picture
    Note: Uses 3 pcs AA Batteries (Not Included)

    Warranty: Only 15 Days (From the date of delivery)

    JVC’s New full HD LCD TV for Digital SLR Users

    JVC has taken a different route with their new Xiview LT-42WX70 being a 42” class 120Hz 1080p LCD TV monitor. This Xiview LT-42WX70 TV will give your room subtle colors, textures of their images faithfully reproduced for the first time on a HD LCD TV.

    LT-42WX70 comes with 52 picture-quality adjustment properties for handling both still and video images. JVC is offering the JVC LT-42WX70 for $2,399.95.

    Nokia N96 Review

    The Nokia N96 is the flagship of the N-Series following on the heels of it’s older sibling the groundbreaking but troubled N95.

    To call the N96 a multimedia computer is hardly an understatement both in features and in price. In fact this mobile does more than some laptops I’ve owned, all in one pocket-sized unit.

    This is a genuine tool for today’s high-tech living. Of course it utilises Vodafone’s 3G network and networks across the globe, it is first and foremost a mobile phone, but that’s where the similarity to most others ends. Add to that a 5 Megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss lens and flash/spotlight– which takes the best pictures and video I have seen from a mobile to date.

    With its stunning 2.8” display, built-in 3D stereo speakers and integrated kick-stand for an awesome video experience, the Nokia N96 will have you totally glued to its screen. The N96 is also packaged with a TV-out cable to allow for media consumption on even larger screens. It supports common video formats such as MPEG-4, WMV and Flash. Movies are quite comfortable to watch on the bright screen and I never had a problem with glare like many portable devices.

    With an internal 16GB memory that can be increased to 24GB with a microSD card (not included), the Nokia N96 also offers an advanced music offering and can hold a music collection to satisfy even the most dedicated fan. Create personal music playlists by downloading tracks directly via online sites or synchronise PC and mobile libraries via USB. Alternatively, the built in tuner allows you to listen to all the local FM radio stations.