Sony’s new receivers cover the entry-level line up for home theater enthusiasts. The new models range from about $230 at the bottom end (STR-DH510) up to roughly $500 for the 3D-capable STR-DN1010.
The DN1010 features the HDMI 1.4 standard, which allows it to pass 3D info between other 3D-capable devices, like Blu-ray players and the new 3D TVs.
Sony STR-DN1010 Rear Inputs
The DH810, DH710 and DH510 should all be available in March 2010, while the DN1010 should be available in June 2010.
muvee Reveal is a software program designed to help luddites transform simple home movies into more professional-looking videos. The software touts the ability to apply professional templates, add music voiceover and captions, and share on YouTube or Facebook with ease. muvee Reveal also supports HD video for the growing HD crowd of home video cameras. [click to continue…]
Today, Monster has flown out a new ear bud called “Butterfly, ” designed by hip fashion designer Vivienne Tam. These days fashion is no stranger to just about every consumer product in the market. Monster recognizes this fact and is no stranger to the game. Monster brings a full line of earbuds and over-ear headphones for the fashion minded without suffering audio quality.
Monster is thoughtful enough to include multi-sized soft eartips for a comfortable fit and with the built-in ControlTalk remote on Butterfly headphone cable, you get on-cable control of your music, as well as easy, high quality hands-free calling. Enjoy quick-access music playback control, like volume, play/pause and tracking, without having to dig for your digital music player. A list of supported MP3 players and phones can be found at monstercable.com. The list price is set at $199.95. Check B&H Photo for avalability and a full line of Monster headphones. [click to continue…]
Adesso has dropped out a fabulous new wireless keyboard with built-in touch pad for use in tight spaces or even on the go if you are like me and don’t like using a laptop keyboard.
Specs
Connection: 2.4 GHz RF Smartlink with 12 Auto-Changeable channels (65000 IDs per channel)
4 Internet Hotkeys: (Scroll Up/Down, Home, E-mail and Forward/Back
6 Multimedia Hotkeys:(Play/Pause, Stop, Previous Track, Next Track, Vol+/Vol- and Mute )
3 PC Hotkeys:(My Computer, Search and Sleep)
Keyboard Dimensions: 11.75″ x 6.0″ x 0.5″
Mini USB Receiver Dimensions: 1.65″ x 0.75″ x 0.25″
Weight: 2.0 lbs
Number of Keycaps: 87 Keys Mini Layout in an ultra-stylish design.
Keyboard Technology: Membrane Switch
Mouse Function: Touchpad with two Buttons
Switch Life: 5 Million Cycles
Switch Travel: 3.0+/- 0.3mm
Includes 2 AAA Battery
Power Consumption: Active mode: 7mA; Standby mode: 5mA, Without any movement, the keyboard will go into standby mode; Sleep mode: 150uA, 10 minutes in standby mode, the keyboard will go into sleep mode.
WALNUT, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Adesso Inc., a leading manufacturer of computer input peripherals, today announced the availability of the latest addition to the company’s extensive line of keyboards, the WKB-4200UB. Encased in a compact design, this wireless touchpad keyboard complements various desktop PC systems, flat LCD monitors and tablet PCs in modern office environments. The WKB-4200UB also fits comfortably in tight spaces, including living rooms, kiosks, conference rooms, mobile and workgroup project environments. Available at various retailers, the WKB-4200UB has an MSRP of $119.99.
Adesso’s WKB-4200UB allows users to work freely, without the interference of limited space, angles or distance. With 6500 IDs on 12 channels, users can enjoy 30 feet of wireless freedom. Featuring a Sleep mode and On/Off switch, this wireless keyboard offers users the option of saving battery life when not in use for extended use over time. In addition, the Quick Connect button enables users to synchronize their PC with the click of a button.
The WKB-4200UB features the following:
No space, angle or distance restraints, allowing users to work freely
Soft tactile membrane key switch for regular typing
Built-in touchpad, eliminating the use of a mouse
Power-saving switch and convenient Quick Connect button
Adesso’s various product lines are available through Ingram Micro, Synnex and D&H direct vendors, eRetailers, including Amazon.com, Buy.com, PC Mall, CDW, Insight, Newegg and TigerDirect. In addition, they are also available at retail stores, such as Micro Center and CompUSA, and leading catalogs, including CDW, PC Mall and PC Connection.
About Adesso
Adesso was founded in 1994, and has since manufactured and marketed innovative, ergonomic, industrial, programmable, wireless and foldable keyboards. The company is also known for its extensive line of touchpads, mice, barcode scanners and high performance graphic tablets. Adesso’s most successful product lines include its touchpad keyboards, graphic tablets and barcode scanners.
In June 2008, Adesso acquired limited business of ADS Tech (www.adstech.com).
The company is located at 160 Commerce Way, Walnut, CA 91789, and can be reached at (909) 839-2929 or via the web at www.adesso.com.
Ron and Amy Jo Proctor of Weber State University has shared this home grown 3D, HD video which was put together for about $250 US dollars and a pair of Kodak Zx1 Cameras. It looks to be very rudimentary, but maybe they will keep giving it the good ole college try and come up with something better.
The pair of Kodak Zx1 cameras were mounted on a homemade jig at 6.5cm baseline an affixed to a standard tripod. the cameras were simultaneously manually activated and then processed in editing software.
Our prayers and thoughts go out to the families and friends of the three Tesla Motors employees killed in the tragic plane crash Wednesday morning.
“Three Tesla employees were on board a plane that crashed in East Palo Alto early this morning. We are withholding their identities as we work with the relevant authorities to notify the families. Our thoughts and prayers are with them. Tesla is a small, tightly-knit company, and this is a tragic day for us.”
- Elon Musk, CEO
A twin-engine Cessna plane crashed into a East Palo Alto, California (just south of Oakland) neighborhood shortly before 8:00am just after taking off in heavy fog reportedly killing the pilot and 2 passengers on board. The Cessna 310R is reportedly registered to a former Santa Clara company that was started by Doug Bourn, a Tesla engineer. All three fatalities are reported to be Tesla Motors Employees. No injuries from the ground were reported.
Redbox and Warner Bros. just inked a deal that will result in WB providing DVD and Blu-ray titles to Redbox . . . 28 days after they are released.
See, WB doesn’t want people to rent DVDs for $1 the day they are released. Instead, WB wants consumers to buy the discs for $20+. As a result, the only sure thing that comes from this deal is that consumers will have to wait longer to watch new movies, or pony up and line WB’s pockets a little more.
Sennheiser just dropped a new pair of “travel” headphones that use a single AAA battery to help cut out noise with Sennheiser’s NoiseGard feature. The PXC 250-II folds flat for easy storage in you luggage and comes with a carrying case that also has enough room for a small MP3 player. The Sennheiser PXC 250-II runs about $260 retail. Check availability B&H.
Blu-ray Disc/VHS combination player with SD memory card slot and USB
Multi-media capability allows for convenient playback and up-conversion of content from any media storage format–VHS, DVD, CD and more
7.1-channel lossless audio decode and bit-stream output for exceptional sound
VIERA Cast internet functionality for enjoying online entertainment from YouTube, Amazon VOD, and more
Intelligent auto standby for more efficient power usage
VIERA Cast allows access to the internet without the need of either an external box or a PC and enjoy entertainment from sites like Amazon VOD, YouTube, Google’s Picasa Web Album, Bloomberg and more. The DMP-BD70V also includes an SD memory card slot and USB slot for viewing and sharing both digital still images and HD video recorded with an HD camcorder in the AVCHD format.
Outputs
HDMI – Allows for upconverting
Component
Composite
LAN – Allows for BD-Live™, VIERA CAST™ and Firmware Update
Optical – The DMP-BD70V Decodes Dolby® Digital Plus, Dolby® TrueHD and DTS™-HD
LaCie has dropped some new eSATA-equipped hard drives to its ‘Rugged’ line. The eSATA connector allows for transfer speeds up to 90MB/s. The only model currently available is a 500GB version, which runs $159.99 retail.
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