Samsung PS50B451B2X Plasma TV
July 4th, 2009
MP3 Insider 151: Bluetooth madness
July 4th, 2009
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Donald and Jasmine bow to listener pressures and dedicate (almost) an entire episode to Bluetooth. On deck: a description of A2DP Bluetooth technology in detail, some fascinating info about the iPod Touch/iPhone’s partially crippled BT functionality, and product shout-outs for Bluetooth-capable headphones and MP3 players. Also, consider yourselves warned: the hosts spend several minutes discussing the ousted “porn” app that was released in the iTunes App Store last week (not overly explicit). Listen now: Download today’s podcast Subscribe in iTunes audio |? Subscribe in iTunes video |? Subscribe in RSS audio |? Subscribe in RSS video … Originally posted at MP3 Insider
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O2 Announces World’s First Interactive 3D Cinema Video Game
July 4th, 2009
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3D technology is well on its way to becoming the biggest thing in theater entertainment. A UK company called O2 is deciding to take 3D technology one step further by introducing the world’s first interactive 3D cinema video game. The game is called Asteroid Storm and it will be tested in twenty Vue cinemas through out the UK. In the game, the audience is the controller and has to help steer the spaceship through the dangerous asteroid field. In order to turn the ship, the game instructs certain sections of the audience to raise their hands. For example; to turn right, the right side of the audience raises their hands and to turn left, the left side raises theirs. The audience participation is monitored by two IR cameras that are connected to the gaming server, which means there is no controller is the projection room, nor is the film pre-generated. The game is expected to be run before major 3D films, including Ice Age 3 and Toy Story 3D. [via Register Hardware ]
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Sega Announces Fireworks Projector
July 4th, 2009
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One of the things that people really like on a hot summer night is the beautiful fireworks display. Sadly in order to see one you usually have pack your family, drive out early to get a good spot, and get eaten by bugs while you wait the several hours for only a thirty minute show. Well the developers from Sega have announced that they have created the fireworks projectors. This projector runs on three AAA batteries, and can display a digital fireworks show onto any wall, ceiling, or even the floor. Unfortunately, Sega is not releasing any specifications until July 25th, but they are announcing that projector will come several preprogrammed shows as well as a library of 55 different pyrotechnic displays in order to create your own fireworks show. The fireworks projector is not expected to release until August and will be priced for about $160. [via Oh Gizmo ]
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Packard Bell imedia lineup gets an Acer-inspired refresh
July 3rd, 2009
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Packard Bell recently overhauled its logo in an effort to keep up with the times, but are its offerings up to the same task? The new imedia lineup immediately recalls the recently announced M-series desktops from Acer, and that’s no accident . The innards are remarkably similar too, with the top models sporting Core 2 Quad or AMD Phenom II X4 processors, a 1.5GB GeForce GT230, HDMI out, Blu-Ray combo drive and a maximum of 8GB DDR3 memory and 1TB of storage. While none of the specs are on the blistering edge of innovation, there’s plenty of power there and keen pricing could make them an attractive proposition. The entry-level Celeron-based units start at ?299 ($490) in the UK. Filed under: Desktops Packard Bell imedia lineup gets an Acer-inspired refresh originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 03 Jul 2009 04:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Read ?|? Permalink ?|? Email this ?|? Comments
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July 3rd, 2009
Engadget HD explains: Where to put your DVR when you wall-mount your HDTV
July 3rd, 2009
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With CableCARD enabled HDTVs being a complete bust and the crazy popular trend of mounting HDTVs on the wall, many wonder what they can do with their DVR or cable box. As you might expect, the crew over at Engadget HD is more than familiar with the options and lucky for you they actually wrote them down in an easy to digest format. So if you are the do-it-yourself type and are looking to relocate your HD DVR or noisy Xbox 360, then by all means what are you waiting for, click on through . Filed under: HDTV , Home Entertainment Engadget HD explains: Where to put your DVR when you wall-mount your HDTV originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink ?|? Email this ?|? Comments
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Yamaha HTR-6250BL: Solid HTIB companion, but less impressive on its own
July 3rd, 2009
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Yamaha is unique among home audio manufacturers in that its prepackaged home theater systems include the same AV receivers that are offered as standalone units. We received the Yamaha YHT-791BL home theater system for review and were impressed with the included HTR-6250BL AV receiver compared with other home-theater-in-a-box systems, but …
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iPod clock terrorizes Hobbits
July 3rd, 2009
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The Einstein Sound Master Photon Ball iPod Dock. (Credit: Buy.com) As a child of the ’80s, I can distinctly remember a time when decorative electrostatic plasma lamps were very cool. They were also very expensive and–for the most part–useless. These days, though, I can’t look at one without …
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Industrial Style Home Theater
July 3rd, 2009
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Many of the classy highly decorated home theater you see would look cluttered compared to this home theater designed by London Audio. The home owners recently purchased this 50 year old ranch style home and transformed it into a modern industrial style home. The biggest room is the basement, which also is now the family’s personal screening room. The room was fitted with a Runco CL-420 projector, which features 1200 ANSI lumens, a 2800:1 contrast ratio, and HD (1280 x 720) resolution. The theater also has a 110 inch screen and a B&W speaker system. To add to the industrial look, the homeowners removed the felt protective covering from the speakers. Not only does this look good for the room, but it enhances the quality of the sound. Instead of lush comfortable theater style seating, the owners decided to go with modern sofa and chairs directly from London. However, the main sitting area is actually a day bed that allows the owners the relax, lay down and enjoy a movie as they fall asleep. [via Electronic House ]
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InFocus Announces “Agressive” Cutbacks
July 3rd, 2009
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With the deteriorating economy and the decline in projector sales, InFocus has recently announced that they will be making “aggressive” cutbacks in order to keep from going out of business. CEO Bob O’Malley stated in a press release that the current work force of 260 employees will be cut by to less than 200 by end of August. O’Malley stated, “We’re going to take a more aggressive stance, in terms of job elimination, predominantly because the market is not recovering.” Included in this cutback will be the closing the company’s Singapore factory, which handles manufacturing and parts planning, as well as service, warranty and repair operations. All of these functions will be moved to InFocus’ head quarters in Wilsonville, Oregon. [via Oregon Live ]
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DIY HD projector hits the right note, sub-€500 price range
July 2nd, 2009
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It’s really hard to say how much of a value this DIY HD projector is, given we’re missing some crucial specs like resolution (gotta be at least 720p, right?), contrast ratio, and luminosity. Still, at €500 (about $708 US) for the whole kit, it’s not a bad deal if you planned on spending your weekend doing projects anyway. All the pieces come in four separate bundles — HD optic, light, housing, and electronics — and if you need some handholding (it’s okay, so do we), there’s a German-language instruction manual that’s thankfully full of pictures and diagrams, and even more entertaining, we’ve got a video / picture slideshow of the process done to a playful techno ditty. Check it out after the break. Update : Yup, it’s 1280×768. [Via Slashgear , thanks Gary K.] Read - DIY HD projector kit Read - Instruction manual Continue reading DIY HD projector hits the right note, sub-€500 price range Filed under: Home Entertainment DIY HD projector hits the right note, sub-€500 price range originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:39:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink ?|? Email this ?|? Comments
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AG Neovo 19? LCD TFT Monitor (1280×1024)700:1 300 cd/m2 - Black Bezel
July 2nd, 2009
The most Multimedia display in the world. Every Multimedia feature you can dream of. The P-Series is the professional’s choice. Enjoy advanced video, 3D animation, graphic design or high-velocity games. The P-Series is also the proud winner of the prestigious iF Product Design Award. The P-Series LCD display. Perfect for …
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Yamaha releases neoHD: AV receiver + digital media player hybrid
July 2nd, 2009
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Over the last few years, AV receivers have been integrating all sorts of functions necessary for a modern home theater, including video upscaling, media streaming, and video switching. It’s good in some ways, but bad in others; when we reviewed Denon’s AVR-3808CI , we were thrilled about how much we could do with it, but much less excited about how confusing it was to operate. Yamaha’s newly announced neoHD series of products continues to consolidate functionality in your AV receiver, but also focus on ease-of-use, including a graphical user interface with icon-based navigation and the ability to control other devices with IR blasters. (Credit: Yamaha) Yamaha announced three new products in the neoHD line: the YMC-500, YMC-700, and YMC-S21. Yamaha NeoHD–photos The entry-level YMC-500 includes much of the functionality found on a midrange AV receiver, plus advanced ability to control other devices and playback media off its USB port. There are three HDMI inputs, two component video inputs and a single composite video input, and the YMC-500 can upconvert those signals to its HDMI out. In fact, you have to upconvert analog signals because there are no analog video outputs. There are also two digital audio inputs, one optical and one coaxial. Speaker connections are limited to spring-clip connectors, which is disappointing, but we’re assuming that was done to save space on the back panel. …
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Sanyo’s Eneloop Lamp: The flashlight that heals?
July 2nd, 2009
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(Credit: Sanyo) Sanyo is turning to LED light technology, a hot new area for experimentation, to squeeze three uses out of a single lamp. The company’s new Eneloop Lamp is a desk light that can also work as an emergency flashlight and even send some healing energy your way–or …
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Prizefight: iPod Touch vs. Samsung P3
July 2nd, 2009
The Complete Home Theater Experience
July 2nd, 2009
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Randy Murray wanted a modest home theater that his friends and family could enjoy. However the attention to detail makes his home theater cozy and also the complete theater experience. Murray devoted his entire basement to create the perfect theater experience. His theater comes with two rows of seating with a comfy recliner sofa in the front row. The 110 inch screen is paired with the JVC DLA-RS1 projector, which features full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution, 700 ANSI lumens, and a 15000:1 contrast ratio. To give his guests the complete cinema experience, Murray also constructed a complete concession stand loaded with cinema candy. He also designed a lobby area and a game room that comes with pinball and a crane game for the kids. All of his guests also receive a complimentary box of Junior Mints. Murray said, “The lobby lets me indulge in the fun side with movie posters, a lighted marquee, movie props and memorabilia, along with the claw and pinball machines. The theater itself is almost a temple to movies—classy and restrained, with no sign of technology or distraction.” [via Electronic House ]
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Victorian Style Home Theater
July 2nd, 2009
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The Victorian era is known for the highly detailed architecture and classic style. This home owner decided to use the Victorian style and create a theater that could be used for both adult and child entertainment. The theater features many elegant design features including a stone archway and 10 foot wide screen. The floors, walls and all the detail for this room is made from wood paneling. The biggest feature for this theater is the book shelf wall that gives the theater its Victorian look. The bookshelves hold the owner’s vast collection of comic books as well as all his audio and video collections. The designers even made an old library ladder for the owner to climb in order to reach the top shelves. The sound system is completely mounted behind the acoustically transparent screen, which helps reduce the amount of electronics that are seen. The projector selected is the very popular JVC DLA-HD750 , which features full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution, 900 ANSI lumens, and a spectacular 50000:1 contrast ratio. [via Hidden Wires ]
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Samsung PS50A457P1 Plasma TV
July 1st, 2009
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