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Sony Net MD Walkman MZ-NE810 Personal MiniDisc Player 2007-07-12 05:48:00 The latest sleek NetMD recorder from Sony Japan. Perhaps "downloader" is a better name for this unit, as that's what it does...makes getting music from your PC to MD as fast and painless as possible! The "download" button on the front of the unit does just what you'd expect (or hope)...it rips & titles any CD in your... More The latest sleek NetMD recorder from Sony Japan. Perhaps "downloader" is a better name for this unit, as that's what it does...makes getting music from your PC to MD as fast and painless as possible! The "download" button on the front of the unit does just what you'd expect (or hope)...it rips & titles any CD in your PC to MD, automatically! This unit also boasts a digital output amp, so you can be sure that your music sounds as good as you'll look rocking this unit on your train ride home. ... Sony

Samsung LN-T4665F 46-inch 1080p HDTV 2007-07-12 05:38:00 Product DescriptionThe Samsung LN-T4665F 46-inch 1080p HDTV has Integrated ATSC Tuner & Full 1080p resolution, but that's just the beginning. The color-saturated 46-inch picture boasts up to 15000:1 dynamic-contrast ratio, displaying rich blacks and capturing subtle nuances. A fast 8ms response time ensures smooth, lifelike motion. SRS TruSurround XT Sound from hidden side speakers is enhanced by the premium audio sound of 2.2 channel dome speakers. Enjoy connectivity to all your other digital devices with 3 HDMI ports and a full complement of inputs. With HDMI-CEC connection, peripheral dvices such as DVD player can be controlled by remote control. The High-Resolution pixel density with built-in image scaler to handle inputs from a variety of digital and analog sources works with up to 15000 dynamic-contrast ratio to achieve new heights in the latest generation of LCD panel. Picture-in-Picture Super clear panel HDMI-CEC allows you to control any HDMI peripheral on the HDMI network co ... Hdtv  Samsung

The Sony DVP-FX850 Portable DVD, DviX and Mp3 Player 2007-07-12 05:31:00 The latest portable DVD player from Sony combines superb picture quality with innovative yet highly practical design. The DVP-FX850 features an eye-pleasing and stylish clamshell case which is easily portable but also robust. Once you open the screen, the specially articulated hinge lets it move through a full 180 degrees, making this a supremely versatile DVD player that can be set up perfectly just about anywhere. “Essentially what the DVP-FX850 gives you is freedom,” says Hiro Shinohara, Director Home Video. “It can go anywhere, you can set it up in seconds, and it has great battery life, so it just keeps on going. It’s perfect for anyone with a footloose lifestyle who loves movies and wants to be able to enjoy them wherever and whenever they choose.” Every aspect of the DVP-FX850 has been carefully considered, from the twin headphone outputs for easy sharing to the scratch-resistant coating on the 8-inch widescreen display. Even the heart of the system is out of the ordin ... Dvd  Sony

Smartphones/PDA HTC Advantage 2007-07-12 04:43:00 HTC has made a splash with innovative Windows Mobile Smartphones. Now, they have released a device that attempts to bring the advantages of the Windows Mobile operating system to a much larger form factor. The HTC Advantage has some PC-like features, while still running Windows Mobile. The Advantage of this? Eight hours of battery life in a 0.76 lb (359g) package! (Seriously impressive even at six hours of real-world use.) Another nice feature: instant-on. The Advantage gives you the ability to edit Microsoft Office documents anytime. It also includes Pocket Outlook with Microsoft Direct Push technology. It has features not found in other phones. There is an 8gb HDD, a 5" VGA touchscreen, and a fully detachable keyboard. And, its powerful Intel PXA270 624mhz CPU runs Skype Mobile with ease. In addition to quad-band GSM and global 3G, the HTC Advantage features HSDPA, wifi, Bluetooth, GPS, two integrated cameras. (A special benefit to AT&T Wireless/ex-Cingular users in the United States ...

Report: 12-inch MacBook Pro by end of year ? 2007-07-12 04:41:00 Ever since Apple's PowerBook line met its end last year, people have been clamoring for Apple to return to them a 12-inch laptop. Rumors of Steve Jobs granting their wishes and bestowing upon them an ultraportable, professional-grade notebook have been fairly consistent since the man introduced the 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pros. Today, MacScoop quotes "trusted sources" that point to the arrival of a 12-inch MacBook Pro by the end of the year. These sources say the laptop will be half as thick as the old 12-inch PowerBook at 0.6 or 0.7 inch (15 to 18 millimeters to our international readers). This rumored laptop will weigh less than 3 pounds, making it the lightest Apple laptop ever released. If it's ever release.Read More ...

Sony Vaio LB92 2007-07-12 04:35:00 Sony recognizes the importance of design, and they have the talent for good looking computers. The Vaio LB92 slimtop is about bringing style to your room. Rarely would one think of the PC in the room as a design object, but the LB92 subtly makes that transition. The slimtop is mounted in a glass frame, a look we have also seen on Sony's large screen plasma and LCD televisions. The keyboard is connected and folds up when not in use. This immediately cleans up the surrounding space, and starts an attractive Vaio screensaver on the remaining portion of the display. The rest of the computer is hidden behind the 15.4" widescreen WXGA (1280 x 800) display. A camera is mounted at the top of the LB92, and of course there is a built-in speaker and mic. This is great for Skype videoconferencing. Other specs include an Intel Core Duo T5600 (1.83 GHz) processor and 2gb RAM (max). ... Sony

Hacker ‘DVD Jon’ claims to crack iPhone activation 2007-07-12 04:27:00 Hacker Jon Lech Johansen, known widely as "DVD Jon," has cracked Apple’s iPhone activation, or so he claims, meaning that iPhone buyers will be able to activate and use the new handset without having to commit to an AT&T wireless contract. Johansen announced his feat in a blog post entitled "iPhone Independence Day." The Norwegian cracker initially made a name for himself eight years ago when he cracked the encryption code on DVDs. And last year, he cracked the digital rights management code that prevents iPod users from playing songs purchased from competing online music stores. In his latest effort, DVD Jon has detailed a Windows workaround that he claimed will allow the iPhone to be used as a widescreen iPod and Internet communicator. The cracked iPhone cannot be used to make calls. "I’ve found a way to activate a brand new unactivated iPhone without giving any of your money or personal information to AT&T," Johansen wrote on his "So sue me" blog. "The iPhone does not have phone ... Dvd  Iphone

Most Affordable Luxury Cars 2007-07-06 14:03:00 Volvo C30Starts at $23,395Even the cheapest of our entry-level luxury cars has a six-speed manual transmission standard. Volvo calls the base model "Version 1.0." The upgraded model is "Version 2.0." A five-speed automatic with manual-shifting capability is optional. A turbocharged, five-cylinder engine previously shared with some of the bigger, more expensive models produces 227 hp. A glass hatchback is probably the single most distinguishing feature.Saab 9-3 Starts at $26,995The Saab 9-3 2.0T Sport Sedan has a 210-hp, turbocharged, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. A six-speed manual transmission is standard. A five-speed automatic with manual shifting capability is optional. A 150-watt, seven-speaker audio system is standard. A nine-speaker Bose system is optional. Like most luxury cars, even entry-level ones, anti-lock brakes, traction control and stability control are standard.Porsche Cayenne Starts at $44,295The 2008 Cayenne, on sale now, is a new generation of the Porsche SUV. The ...

Yahoo! Brings Your City Up Close and Personal 2007-07-06 12:58:00 Urban skylines are changing in India - in cyberspace too. Global Internet services company Yahoo! Inc - headquartered in Sunnyvale, California - has launched a new series of networks covering urban Indian areas in cyberspace.Called Our City, this three-month-old network is "a dynamic representation of content created by you and everyone else".Yahoo!'s new venture in India collects online content on the city from various sources and presents it in a dynamic manner. Our City is in the experimental Beta version so far and Yahoo! says that it plans to continue to add more features and city versions.India is playing a significant role in this new venture from the cyber-giant firm known for its web portal, search engine, the Yahoo! directory, Yahoo! mail, news and posting."Yahoo! Our City provides a very interesting, rich and dynamically updated perspective of our city as seen and experienced by us all," Yahoo! spokesperson Sai Sreekanth told IANS.This product has been piloted in India and ... Yahoo

Talking Trojan Deletes PC Files 2007-07-06 12:53:00 A new Trojan has been talking PCs into being infected, while it simultaneously deletes all the files on the computer and gets away by wishing you a nice day.The BotVoice.A Trojan, detected by PandaLabs, uses Windows text reader to say, "You have been infected I repeat you have been infected and your system files have been deleted. Sorry. Have a nice day and bye bye."These comments are repeated in a loop as the trojan tries to delete all the files in the computer's hard disk. It also renders computers unusable as it modifies the Windows registry so that none of the programs installed on the computer nor the task manager can be run. It also disables the Windows registry editor in order to safeguard its actions.Luis Corrons, Technical Director of PandaLabs said, "This is a very unique Trojan. Not only does it delete computer files, but also makes fun of users. Meanwhile, it does everything necessary to make it impossible to stop its actions."This trojan uses P2P networks, physical storag ...

Yes MMP-8 DVD Multimedia Player 2007-07-06 12:51:00 Most portable DVD players I've come across have a very predictable laptop-style design, which may be bulky, but works pretty well as far as convenience is concerned. Recently, I reviewed the Mitashi portable DVD player that used a tablet PC design to flip and attach the screen to the player so it can be easily fitted to a car's headrest (using it's carry-pouch of course).But the Yes MMP-8 seems like a design that probably will be the best blend of style and ease of use. It looks like a photo frame, but it's a total multimedia player. Brilliant! Now let's see what it can really do. BuildIt's glossy front surface looks very classy with it's minimalistic appearance. All the buttons are moved to the players sides, so all you see on the face of the player is the screen, and minor brandings along with the remote receiver and the indicator light. The clean glossy surface, as always is highly prone to fingerprints.All the player controls are located on the top of the MMP-8. Basic functi ... Dvd

Hitachi 42PD9800TA Plasma TV 2007-07-06 11:35:00 To many, plasma is a dying technology. It's power-hungry nature and fragile build along with the inherent phosphor degradation issue have given it a lot of bad publicity, especially from the LCD loyalists. But the truth is that plasma is still a worthy contender as a viable HDTV, thanks to it's unmatchable black levels and better viewing angles. Anyways, that discussion warrants for a whole different feature; right now, we test run the 42-inch Hitachi 42PD9800TA plasma HDTV.BuildThough there isn't anything distinctive about the Hitachi plasma display, it does look pretty sleek. The black and silver color combo matches it with any kind of living room setup. The speakers are placed on either side to the screen making the unit look wider than it is.I really liked the power swivel function of the TV stand, which allows you to swivel the TV on it's base using the remote control itself. Beats the crap out of calling in your man servant to turn the TV around for you, doesn't it! ...

Casio EXILIM 6.0-Megapixel Digital Camera 2007-07-02 15:32:00 At a mere 4 ounces, this sleek digital camera packs a powerful punch. Not only can you capture video, but with the Motion Print feature you can capture a single frame from video to create a snapshot.6.0-megapixel CCD captures high-resolution images up to 2816 x 2112 pixels.3x optical/4x digital/12x total zoom.Large 2.2" digital interface color TFT-LCD monitor with brightness control, histogram and grid display modes.Quick 1 second start-up time with a shutter release lag time as fast as 0.007 second.Antishake DSP minimizes shake and vibration distortion through higher sensitivity.Best Shot mode allows settings to be chosen by selecting from a collection of preset sample images; multipattern, center weighted and center spot exposure metering.Focus options include contrast-type AF, manual focus, pan focus, macro and infinity modes; 9-point autofocus automatically selects the optimal focus point location.Manual and auto white balance with 6 selectable modes; flash assist provides exposure ...

2007 Jaguar C-FX 2007-07-02 15:07:00 It was born in captivity, but this Jaguar C-FX will still rip up the road!Prepare to be filled with national pride, because this super-saloon is British! It’s made by Jaguar and is called the C-FX. Under the intimidating bonnet lurks a 4.2-litre supercharged V8 engine with a massive 420bhp, to ensure it’s got the pace to match its racy face. The ‘C’ in the new Jag’s name should stand for ‘corrr!’ but it actually means ‘concept’. Don’t let that fool you, though – the model will go on sale in 2008, rebadged as the XF, and virtually unchanged from what you see here. It will replace the boring old Jaguar S-Type, which, by comparison, is about as sexy as tweed slippers. So watch out, BMW and Mercedes: the Jaguar’s back on the prowl!“One thing should be abundantly clear whenever people are discussing Jaguar design,” asserts Director of Design Ian Callum. “Jaguars should be seen as modern cars and in the future people will appreciate them for that.” The C-XF is ...

Sony Takes Second Position from Royal Philips Electronics: LCD TV Market in 1Q 07 2007-07-02 15:03:00 iSuppli Corp. of the US has announced results of its survey on the worldwide LCD TV market in the first quarter (1Q) of 2007. Shipments declined 8.0% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) to 13.992939 million units. According to iSuppli's analysis, shipments usually decrease QoQ in the 1Q due to a seasonal factor of year-end sale, which takes place in the preceding quarter. By brand, shipments decreased QoQ at top 5 brands across the board. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. of Korea, which topped for two quarters in a row, saw shipments drop 7.3% QoQ to 2.354978 million units. The 7.3% QoQ decline was smaller than the market's average shipment decline and the smallest among the top 5 brands. Its share in overall market shipments edged up by 0.13 points to 16.83%. Samsung Electronics' favorable performance is attributed to its good management of manufacturing costs and positive attitude toward sales promotion, according to iSuppli. Sony Corp. outperformed and took the position from the preceding quar ... Sony