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March 12th, 2010
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CNET readers’ favorite smartphones
March 12th, 2010
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CNET editors have their favorite smartphones, but it’s our readers who use these devices day in and day out. See which smartphones rank high on our readers’ list. pOriginally posted at a href=”http://www.cnet.com/8301-17918_1-20000323-85.html” class=”origPostedBlog”Dialed In/a/p
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Samsung puts price tags on its next receivers, soundbars and Blu-ray HTIB systems
March 10th, 2010
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There’s more than just HDTVs on the way from Samsung this year, it’s also picked today to reveal the price and ship dates for its Samsung Apps -equipped Blu-ray HTIB systems (HT-C7530W pictured above and all due in March or April) and HDMI 1.4-equipped 3D passthrough compatible receivers. Even though the cool kids are already on to HDMI 1.4 a , that should be good enough to pass through 3D video and handle audio all in one cable so if you’re planning a whole home theater revamp before Avatar comes home in 3D ( whenever that is ) you’ll probably want to grab one with the feature . Other than the 7.1 channel HW-C770BS for $549 shipping this month, there’s also a $499 HW-C900 model with multi-zone and video upscaling features for $499, though when it will arrive is still TBD. Samsung puts price tags on its next receivers, soundbars and Blu-ray HTIB systems originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink ?|? Email this ?|? Comments
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Alphason HDMI Cable 5.0m
March 10th, 2010
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Samsung 3D Starter Kit gets 3DTV and Blu-ray buyers started
March 9th, 2010
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Planning on buying one of those fresh Samsung 3D HDTVs and Blu-ray players now that they are available ? Well, the good news from Samsung’s press conference is that you’ll get a free 3D Starter Kit if you decide to fork over the cash for them both. Included are two pairs of active shutter glasses (available separately for $150 ) and the 3D Blu-ray version of Monsters vs. Aliens , which is exclusive to Samsung for the time being. And speaking of new 3D titles, DreamWorks’ own Jeffrey Katzenberg took stage to announce that Shrek will be coming soon. We’re not sure how we feel about these super expensive sets, but the hands-on pictures of the kit do seem to make spending plus $2,000 for that new Sammy 3DTV and Blu-ray player a bit more enticing. Gallery: Samsung 3D Starter Kit hands-on Samsung 3D Starter Kit gets 3DTV and Blu-ray buyers started originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink ?|? Email this ?|? Comments
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Power Gig, a music game with real guitars
March 9th, 2010
3D details: Samsung prices TVs, Blu-ray gear
March 9th, 2010
Latest round of LG, Panasonic and Samsung Blu-ray players begin retail invasion
March 4th, 2010
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We’ve already seen Sony’s newest Blu-ray players turn up at retail , and it looks like they’ve now been joined by LG, Panasonic and Samsung’s latest offerings. Those include the BD590, BD570 and BD550 from LG, the DMP-BD85 and DMP-BD65 from Panasonic, and a lone BD-C6500 from Samsung, although that’s just the first of more to come from the company. No surprises with the prices or specs, but you can check out a slew of in-the-wild shots at the link below, or head down to your local Best Buy (or other retailer) to see if you’re able to spot any of them first-hand yourself. Latest round of LG, Panasonic and Samsung Blu-ray players begin retail invasion originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink ?|? Email this ?|? Comments
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Kogan announces $200 HD tablet, with networked TVs, Agora handset, and leprechauns to follow
March 3rd, 2010
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Ah, Ruslan Kogan — we can’t help but want to see this starry-eyed dreamer succeed, even if we still haven’t got our Android handset. According to Australia’s APC , the man’s gunning for the iPad market with an as yet unnamed tablet of his own. The goal? A full HD, ARM 600MHz-powered capacitive touchscreen device with 512MB RAM, 2GB storage, and an SDHC card for under $200 (presumably that’s Australian dollars, meaning about $180 US). Apparently the above prototype runs Windows, Android and Ubuntu, although Windows won’t be an option if — and we do mean if — this thing ever solidifies, due to production costs. As for that display, it’s tipped to be 800 x 480, the sting of which is taken out by the unit’s 1080p HDMI output. You say you’re not in the market for a slate? Kogan’s also said to be working on networked TVs (”probably by the end of the year”) and a Blu-ray player with WiFi and YouTube widgets. As for the aforementioned Agora handset ? “[S]oon,” he says. “I can’t give a time frame on that, though. It’ll be as soon as we’re allowed to.” This is one mysterious man indeed. We can’t help but wonder when he’s going to get serious and tackle something big, like perpetual motion . Update : We just realized that this is none other than SmartQ 7 MID first handled, oh, back in May! Continue reading Kogan announces $200 HD tablet, with networked TVs, Agora handset, and leprechauns to follow Kogan announces $200 HD tablet, with networked TVs, Agora handset, and leprechauns to follow originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 03 Mar 2010 01:54:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink ?|? Email this ?|? Comments
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New 3D TVs and Blu-ray player highlight purported LG product roadmap
February 25th, 2010
NTT Docomo F-04B Projector Phone on Display
February 23rd, 2010
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Click here to view the embedded video. Recently, Texas Instruments displayed several of the new projector phones that they helped design. One of them was the NTT Docomo F-04B . Today at a convention in Japan, the company was seen displaying the phone and the projector. The representative at the booth states that the phone comes as two parts, the first is the touch screen display and memory. The second part is a detachable keyboard that can also has a number pad and remote control options. The projector is a completely different panel connects to the projector, while the keypad is used just like a remote control. The company states that the projector can display 6 ANSI lumens, and a WVGA (858 x 480) resolution. Unfortunately that is all the information that they are releasing at this point in time. The company was displaying their prototype at the show, but they look for a release in Japan really soon. [via Fone Arena ]
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Epson MovieMate 60 Projector Gets Reduced Price
February 23rd, 2010
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If you are looking for a projector that can do it all, then you will be happy to know that Epson ’s MovieMate 60 projector is now reduced in price. Originally, the device retails for $699, but today it was priced for only $480. The MovieMate 60 is one of Epson’s combo projectors in that it comes with a built-in DVD player. The device also features 2000 ANSI lumens, a 3000:1 contrast ratio, and a 960 x 540 resolution. The DVD player can not play Blu-ray disks, but the device does come with an HDMI port to connect a Blu-ray player. Other connections include a composite, component, VGA, USB and a microphone jack for karaoke. The projector has two 10 watt speakers in order to complete the travel package. Epson has included a 2 year warranty with this model. [via I4U ]
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Basment Home THeater has Plan Troubles
February 21st, 2010
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In order for an A/V design company to build your ideal home theater, they need the time to talk with you about what you want. For this home theater, that part of the build process proved very difficult. To add to the troubles, the home owners decided that they didn’t like the style that the designers created and asked for it to be done all over again. The end result was this purple and white theater, located in the owner’s basement. The theater comes with a modest sized screen that can be covered by automatic curtains when the theater is not in use. The screen is paired with a Runco RS-900 projector, which features 1200 ANSI lumens, a 3000:1 contrast ratio, and full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution. The theater can seat up to ten with a row of four leather recliners in the front row and three matching love seats in the back row. [via Electronic House ]
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Mitsubishi Announces New Upscaling Technology
February 21st, 2010
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Mitsubishi ’s latest press release is filled with both joy and sorrow. Today, the company announced that they have developed a new upscaling algorithm and software that will transform full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution images into a 4K x 2K resolution. The company also announced that this technology is compatible with the new 1.4 HDMI connections and standards. The downside though is that Mitsubishi is still trying to make the software compatible with the Blu-ray format. There is no word yet if the technology will be used for Mitsubishi’s projectors, HDTVs, or both at this time. But either way, it is not information that will benefit the typical consumer. [via Akihabara News ]
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James Cameron sees Avatar on Blu-ray 3D in November, HDTV manufacturers mark their calendars
February 19th, 2010
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Fox has been slow to show its hand concerning the Avatar home video release schedule, but that didn’t stop director James Cameron from spilling assorted dates and SKUs in a Wall Street Journal interview. He’s pegged a standard DVD & Blu-ray release for April 22, with a special edition DVD and Blu-ray 3D version arriving in November. Considering how much electronics companies have invested in bringing 3D to market this year and specifically Panasonic’s push to make Avatar a box office smash the timing seems right on target. Whether you love the Na’Vi just a little or far, far too much , budgeting for a 3D related Black Friday upgrade to go along with blue body paint for Halloween is seeming like a more sensible option every day. James Cameron sees Avatar on Blu-ray 3D in November, HDTV manufacturers mark their calendars originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 18 Feb 2010 21:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink ?|? Email this ?|? Comments
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Initial hands-on with the LG BD590 and the BD570
February 9th, 2010
Vidabox Releases ThinClientHD Extender
February 4th, 2010
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VidaBox is a digital entertainment and controls solutions company focused on manufacturing premium media centers, audio servers, and integrated home control & automation solutions. Today, the company released a new product called the ThinClientHD extender. This device allows a user to send Blu-ray and other HD content to a projector using only a CAT5 cable. The ThinClient is slim and can be easily tucked away out of sight. The CAT5 cable is your typical phone line cable and is perfectly capable of transmitting HD content. The difference between the CAT5 and an HDMI cable is that the CAT5 is a fraction of what an HDMI cable costs, making it ideal for situations that require a lot of wire. “The low cost, light-weight, and small size of the ThinClientHD™ makes it the perfect complement to any VidaBox server,” exclaims Steven Cheung, President of VidaBox, LLC. “It comes with its own VESA mounting bracket, and at less than 38mm or 1.5” thin, it can be mounted behind an HDTV, hidden above a projector, or installed virtually anywhere. Best of all, even though it’s 43% less in cost compared to our older lines of Blu-ray extenders, the ThinClientHD™ doesn’t make any sacrifices in core features.” The ThinClientHD is available through the company’s website now but the retail price has not been released. [via Home Toys ]
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World’s cheapest Blu-ray Disc?
February 3rd, 2010
Oppo releases cheaper BDP-80 Blu-ray player
January 26th, 2010
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