Archive for March, 2008
Intel Wants to Connect Small Devices to Big Displays
Intel is said to be working on a wireless protocol that would connect the video output from small devices like smartphones, media players to a larger display (monitor, TV…). The concept of connecting small devices on large displays is good: small displays inherently limit the usability of the user interface, given that visual interfaces are currently the best.
But “how” the gadget connects to the large display is not really the central issue. Today, it would be possible to send video goods via USB, but the real issue is that the operating system (OS) embedded in these small devices does not support larger formats. additionally, there is little to no video hardware acceleration in many devices. That becomes a serious issue at higher resolutions. At least the hardware exists for that.
I would love to be able to connect my smartphone to a large keyboard and monitor to reply to emails, or browse the web. Hopefully, that work by Intel will get us one step closer.
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Sony Ericsson Z750a
Sony Ericsson has rolled out the Z750a, making it the first 3G/HSDPA handset for the US market to term. that affordable and stylish handset features a reflective mirror clamshell case, complete with a hidden OLED reflective display screen in front which illuminates discreetly whenever there is an incoming shout or report. I love such displays, and they have been used in previous Sony Walkmans thus far to great effect. Other features found on the Z750a include :-
- 2 megapixel camera
- 3G connectivity
- AT&T Mobile newsletter application support
- 26MB internal memory
- Memory Stick Micro slot
- 3D gaming capability
- Bluetooth connectivity
- 2.2” QVGA 262k Color TFT display
The Sony Ericsson Z750a will come in Mysterious Purple, Phantom Grey and Rose Pink colors when it arrives in AT&T stores and authorized dealers early that month for $49.99 after a $100 mail-in-rebate and a 2-year contract.
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Flower Filament Concept
The Flower Filament concept aims to bring together nature and technology, and it certainly isn’t the first to think along that line. Inside the bulb lies a flower, enabling it to light up. Yup – no flower, no ability. No view how designer Ha-Na Yeom managed to conjure a light bulb that is able to detect whether there is a flower inside or not. I guess a little bit of magic never hurt. I don’t think that concept will ever take off since flowers wilt so fast, leaving you exasperated as the missus thinks that you have floped to pay the electricity bill yet again that month.
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Nyko Charge Base 2
Nyko has released the Charge Base 2 that makes charging your wireless PlayStion 3 controllers a snap – all you need to do is plug the Charge Base 2 into a nearby ability outlet, insert the dongles of the controllers and leave them be while you head outside to run an errand or even let them stay there overnight. Two hours of charge day is adequate to fill up the controller’s batteries to the brim for another marathon session of gaming. whether you’re always forgetful when it comes to charging your PS3 controllers, next the Nyko Charge Base 2 at $29.99 makes perfect sense.
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Motorola Z9 At CTIA
The new Motorola Z9 might not be announced on an official basis just yet, but it has already arised at CTIA wireless, and we do know that it will be carried by AT&T. The Z9, just like the RAZR2, looks to be running the archaic Synergy operating system while touting an Opera Web browser and a 2-megapixel camera. The main attraction would be the “AT&T Navigation” icon, which is AT&T’s GPS product. Guess the inclusion of that gives the Z9 the honor of being the first consumer GPS phone for AT&T.
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AVerTV Hybrid Volar MAX
AVerMedia rolls out the AVerTV Hybrid Volar MAX – a USB TV tuner stick that allows your computer to receive HDTV signals in addition to analog TV and FM radio, as faraway as you’re running on Windows XP or Vista that is. You can be certain you’re picking up a quality piece of hardware since the AVerTV Hybrid Volar MAX has been honored as a CES 2008 Innovations Design and Engineering Award Winner in the Video Accessories category.
- Analog TV broadcast (NTSC)
- Over-The-Air Digital TV broadcasts (ATSC)
- Unencrypted “Clear” QAM support (Digital Cable)
- High Definition (HDTV) quality support up to 1080i/720p
- FM Radio
- 32/64-Bit driver support
- USB 2.0 interface
- Stereo sound
- Real-time H.264 recording support
- Multi-card support
The AVerTV Hybrid Volar MAX will retail for $79.99 and is readily available.
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Keychain Universal TV Remote Control
I must say that ought to be the cheapest universal TV remote control in the world – after all, at £1.96 a unit, you can’t really go wrong, can you? The Keychain Universal TV Remote Control is so small and portable, you don’t have to nag about looking for the remote before the start of the all-important football game. Heck, you can even go by to a friend’s house and watch channels of your own choice after hiding his remote control.
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