URC rolls out MX-5000 haptic touchscreen remote
July 23rd, 2009
Universal Remote Control uncovers its latest remote model which appears to be the first universal remote control with haptic feedback. Named as the MX-5000, this universal remote is based around the same technology as that of the MX-6000 except with a more conventional form factor.
The official product page reveals that the remote includes IR control in a roughly 30 to 50 feet range and macro support with up to 255 steps per macro. For even more complex programs users can also nest multiple macros. It has a 2.7-inch LCD color touchscreen that can be set up using URC’s Complete Control Program. It supports RS-232 system integration.
Two-way communication through Wi-Fi b/g and RF allows the device to vaguely display media information, volume levels and much more. Read the rest of this story >>
Mad Catz launches limited edition Street Fighter IV controllers at Comic-Con
July 23rd, 2009
Gaming enthusiasts can gear up for exclusive game controllers introduced by Mad Catz at Comic-Con. Dubbed as the Street Fighter IV controllers, these arcade sticks and pads will be handed out to the attendees at the San Diego Comic Con from July 23 – 26, reports Joystiq.
Visitors to Comic-Con will get a chance to pick up one of 500 of these exclusive Street Fighter IV accessories. With 250 Tournament Edition Fightsticks for the Xbox 360 and PS3, gamers can also grab 500 FightPads.
With an orange feel to the controllers Mad Catz Art Director Roentgen D. Reyes said that Sagat and his nasty scar were the inspirations Read the rest of this story >>
LumaSense rolls out MikroShot-B thermal imaging camera
July 23rd, 2009
LumaSense Technologies has unveiled the MikroShot-B thermal imaging camera. This camera is the latest addition to the company’s thermal imaging product lineup.
The Mikron reduces the temperature range and doubles the sensitivity. This feature renders it ideal for weatherization professionals. The highlight of this camera is its ability to support a wide variety of building inspection applications. This fully radiometric thermal camera is exceptionally easy to use.
“The MikroShot-B is a camera designed specifically for weatherization professionals. Its small size and unique features will benefit any thermographer in the field,” comments Brett Sargent, General Manager, Thermal Imaging. “The MikroShot-B allows for Read the rest of this story >>
Point of View unveils Ion based netbook
July 23rd, 2009
Point of View has recently released its latest Mobii Ion 230 netbook. The netbook is based on Nvidia’s Ion platform.
The Ion based netbook is packaged with Atom 230 1.6 GHz CPU, 1GB of DDR2 RAM and a 160GB HDD. As the name suggests, the device would feature Nvidia ION MCP7A chipset. It incorporates Nvidia ION GPU graphics chipset. It offers a 10.2” LCD that offers the usual netbook resolution of 1,024×600.
The netbook sports a 1.3 megapixel webcam and two USB 2.0 ports. It is driven by the Linux operating system. The device is inclusive of HDMI graphics output and features 1000Mbps RJ-45 LAN connectivity. It offers audio ports for headphone and microphone along with two 1.5W speakers. The netbook is supported by 6-cell battery which is rated at 4,400mAh Read the rest of this story >>
Creative presents Sound Blaster Wireless for iTunes
July 23rd, 2009
Creative recently publicized the availability of its latest Sound Blaster Wireless for iTunes. The device is capable of playing music from iTunes and almost all audio formats from a PC or Mac, wirelessly by means of powered speakers that are placed up to 100 feet away.
With this device, the speakers can be placed anywhere in the home. Just in few minutes, users can transform Mac or PC into a wireless music system. This miniature device is of the size of a thumb drive and can be plugged on to the USB connection on PC or Mac.
Users can experience thumping music by connecting Creative Wireless Receiver to speakers or the Creative GigaWorks T20W speakers with a built-in wireless receiver. The Sound Blaster Wireless for iTunes is functional with every Read the rest of this story >>
Freecom launches Hard Drive Secure
July 23rd, 2009
Freecom today introduced the Hard Drive Secure. This compact and portable hard drive supports AES-encrypted RFID keycard. The drive allows users to lock their hard drive with the simple swipe of the keycard. The drive claims to be ideal for consumers who are paranoid of the security of their drive. Swiping the keycard across the hard drive either locks or unlocks it.
The drive promises to provide access to the stored data within seconds while ensuring security and authenticity of the data. The drive also bundles up a spare keycard, just incase users loose the original card. These AES-encrypted cards eliminate the need to remember passwords.
This compact drive measures only 15.5cm x 14.8cm x 4.3cm and features USB 2.0 interface that provides hassle-free Read the rest of this story >>
AT&T to present new set of Mobile Broadband Netbooks online and in stores nationwide
July 23rd, 2009
AT&T has affirmed the availability of its three new ultra portable mobile broadband Netbooks online and in stores. The Acer Aspire One, the Dell Inspiron Mini 10, and the Lenovo S10 are the netbooks offered. They will be launched with AT&T ConnecTech services in the coming days.
These ultra handy laptops weigh less than 3 pounds and comprise of 10-inch screens. The promotional netbook pricing involves the purchase of a two-year AT&T DataConnect plan. This consists of a 200MB plan for $40 per month or a 5GB plan for $60 per month. Consumers and small business subscribers can access fast 3G mobile broadband connections with the AT&T DataConnect plan. This feature also provides unlimited use of the AT&T Wi-Fi service that features more than 20,000 hot spots Read the rest of this story >>
Lexar Media reveals Crucial Solid State Drives
July 23rd, 2009
Lexar Media, known for its memory products for digital media, recently publicized its latest range of Crucial solid-state drive (SSD) products. These products are the fastest, highest capacity Crucial SSDs hitherto.
The prominent features of this product line is the rapid read and write speeds. The 256GB Crucial M225 SSD offers a remarkable 250MB/sec read speed and a 200MB/sec write speed. The innovative Crucial SSDs improve system performance by enhancing operating system boot and application load times. These SSDs employ a SATA 2.0 (3GB/s) interface and encompasses MLC NAND flash components. All these elements are packaged in an industry standard 2.5” drive enclosure, thus facilitating users to install Crucial M225 SSD easily.
“By upgrading their system with a solid-state Read the rest of this story >>
InfoSonics i300 and i410 wireless handsets now available
July 23rd, 2009
InfoSonics has announced the availability of the i300 and the i410 wireless handsets. These handsets are a part of the company’s verykool series.
These handsets have begun shipping in both Central and South America. The i300 is a dual-band cellular phone. It incorporates a speakerphone that claims to provide crystal clear sound. The music player allows users to listen to their favorite songs while the microSD card conveniently stores all the multimedia data.
The i410 is a quad-band cellular phone. This feature-rich handset includes a 1.8-inch main display along with a 1-inch external display. The notable features of this phone include Bluetooth, audio player and camera. The incorporated camera can also be used as a webcam when connected to the PC. The i410 Read the rest of this story >>
Samsung to mass produce 40nm DDR3 RAM
July 23rd, 2009
Samsung has launched their 2-gigabit or 256MB DDR3 RAM chip. According to Slashgear, this is the first chip to be mass produced using Samsung’s 40nm process.
This smaller and higher density technology allows the company to produce denser memory chips. Moreover, this production process refrains from increasing the power consumption or cost of the chip. Apparently, the chip is said to consume only 1.35 volts of energy. The 40nm production process will allow the company to produce around 60 percent more memory as compared to its 50nm process.
This DDR3 offers up to 4GB RAM for notebooks and up to 16GB RAM for servers. The chips provide two times Read the rest of this story >>
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