Most Expensive Play Station 3

Gamers are not just enthusiasts about the games they play or the configuration and the power their machine has to work it out, but lately a new trend of bringing in the features like customizing and adding looks to their machines to have become a crazy trend. These were first done by the gamers themselves. And now seeing this possibility, the companies themselves are improving on the looks of their machines they provide.

Now the Sony has come up with their legendary Play Station in a new mod. This console is designed in Liverpool UK and comprises of circa 1,600 grams of solid 22 carat gold and its disc loading entrance is encrusted with as many as 58 superbly cut 0.5 carat diamonds. Altogether with the excellent workmanship this latest model of the PS series is priced at 199,995 pounds.

This Golden PS 3 is truly an exclusive collection of 3 models only.

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ViewSonic HD Mobile player - VPD400 MovieBook

Viewsonic's Ultra-thin Mobile HD media player VPD400 MovieBook is one gadget neccessary for those people who travel a lot or like to spent time outdoor than indoors. Now they dont have to miss the entertainment part of their life. Let it be Music, Movies, Reading a book or Seeing photos its all now available through the Viewsonic VPD400

The player has a 4.3-inch LCD screen capable of a 800 x 480 resolution and is fully capable of displaying subtitles. The capability of the player doesn't limit itself to videos. Managing photo albums, reading digital books, listening to and recording audio files are all easily performed by the VPD400. The player has 8GB of internal memory and an extendable Micro SD storage slot for an additional storage capability. Battery attached delivers up to 12 continuous hours of audio or six hours of video playback at an output of 720p.

The VPD400 MovieBook supports the following formats AVI, MKV, FLV, MPG, MOV, MPG, VOB, RM/RMVB, H.264, MP3, WMA, WAV, FLAC and DTS/AC3. It will be available by christmas time and will be black, pink and white colors.

Priced @ US$ 129.99


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Ultra Portable Flash TV multimedia player in India

Amkette introduces the ultra portable Flash TV multimedia player in India. Amkette is a digital lifestyle brand. The new portable Flash TV multimedia player can play internet downloaded movies, pictures and music from the USB hard drives, flash drives or memory cards, in high-resolution output of 720P directly on their HD television.

The player connects the normal day TV with USB portable drives and can even show text files. Making it now even easier to access data. With this wholoe new interface, we just need a TV.

Also now we can watch internet downloaded movies, hear songs or even read a report in a HOME THEATRE SYSTEM !!!

Now thats funny...

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5th Gen iPod Nano fully equipped

The New 5th gerneration iPod Nano has been launched and is fantastic. The iPod Nano comes in 8GB and 16GB capacities. The new iPod Nano has a bigger screen than the older one. The new nano features a 2.2-inch screen from the 2-inch screen it had before.
Has a more scratch resistant coating on the screen. The display has a resolution of 240x376 pixels. The headphone jack has been shifted to the other side than in the previous versions. Also the ipod Nano incorporates a tiny camera which can capture video only. The video captured will be as H264 VGA video @ 640x480 pixel and 30 fps (frames per second) with AAC audio.
FM tuner with RDS capability makes the Nano more interesting. The Nano can buffer the broadcast upto 15 minutes and therefore can rewind, faast forward or pause during listening to a live channel.
The Genius Mixes selects songs that are similar to the one chosen and enters to the playlist. Other features are pedometer which can track your steps and thus makes iPod Nano a integral part of the fitness regime.
Prices are as follows:
iPod Nano 8GB - $169
iPod Nano 16GB - $199


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5th Gen iPod Nano s

The New 5th gerneration iPod Nano has been launched and is fantastic. The iPod Nano comes in 8GB and 16GB capacities. The new iPod Nano has a bigger screen than the older one. The new nano features a 2.2-inch screen from the 2-inch screen it had before.

Has a more scratch resistant coating on the screen. The display has a resolution of 240x376 pixels. The headphone jack has been shifted to the other side than in the previous versions. Also the ipod Nano incorporates a tiny camera which can capture video only. The video captured will be as H264 VGA video @ 640x480 pixel and 30 fps (frames per second) with AAC audio.

FM tuner with RDS capability makes the Nano more interesting. The Nano can buffer the broadcast upto 15 minutes and therefore can rewind, faast forward or pause during listening to a live channel.

The Genius Mixes selects songs that are similar to the one chosen and enters to the playlist. Other features are pedometer which can track your steps and thus makes iPod Nano a integral part of the fitness regime.


Prices are as follows:
iPod Nano 8GB - $169
iPod Nano 16GB - $199

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Creative Zen X-FI 2

Creative comes out again with a new edition of its famous Zen. This time they've included the latest trend of touchscreen facility into the player. The new Creative Zen X-FI 2 has the same features as in the previous Creative Zen except for the touchscreen facility and a few additional facilities.

 

The Features of the Creative Zen X-FI 2 are:

• features a 3-inch touchscreen
• supports Divx and MPEG4 movie formats
• supports images
• supports MP3, WMA, AAC and FLAC audio formats
• X-Fi Crystalizer and X-Fi Expand
• microSD slot
• AV-Out port
• a built-in speaker
• FM Radio
• microphone
• clock, alarm, calender, task, contacts

 

The new player is equipped with AV-Out port so as to play the content in a TV through a AV cord which is sold separately. The player also has the latest X-Fi crystalizer and X-fi Expand which enhances the sound quality. The player is bundled with EP-630 in-ear earphones with 3 different sized ear tips for best comfort. The microSD slot allows for the expansion of memory in the player to store more data.

 

The Creaive Zen X-FI2 is priced @:
Rs. 7,000 for 8GB
Rs. 9,500 for 16GB
Rs. 12,000 for 32GB

 

 

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PSP Firmware 6.10 (update) - Bluetooth tethering

PlayStation Portable firmware 6.10 will bring Sony's SensMe technology, Media Go update and Bluetooth tethering. These new features come for PSP family but Bluetooth tethering is available only for the PSPgo model. The PSP firmware 6.10 update is now available and can be downloaded via Network Update on PSP model. This update is essential for PSPgo owners for full compatibility with MediaGo software and all PSP titles.

Sony's SensMe is a proprietary technology that detects music mood and tempo. SensMe in PSP's XMB will use the 12 Tone Analysis technology to evaluate Media Go program imported tracks. This feature will automatically categorize the songs into 12 different channels such as Relax, Newly Added, Mellow, Upbeat, Emotional and so on.

PSPgo owners could use their cellphone as modem for accessing Internet on PSPgo. Using Bluetooth capable mobile phones with active data connection, PSPgo can use built-in Bluetooth networking.

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Fujifilm's FinePix REAL 3D System - 3D Camera

Fujifilm's contribution to the 3D world has a bigger share now. The famous imaging company has now come up with the world's first 3D ( three dimensional ) digital imaging system the 'FinePix REAL 3D System'. This system allows users to view 3D images without the need of wearing those multicoloured glasses.

The system contains:

• FinePix REAL 3D W1
• the 3D camera
• FinePix REAL 3D V1
• an 8 inch viewer on which spectacular 3D images can be displayed
• 3D Print- Fujifilm's high precision production technology that enables users to print 3D images

How it Works: Fujifilm Explains

To achieve a 3D image, it is necessary to flawlessly layer together 2 images, so 2 Fujinon lenses, known for their high resolution & exquisite rendering, are installed. A 3x optical zoom, deemed difficult to achieve in 3D photography because of the precision required to align 2 lenses, has also been achieved. Moreover, the engine of the camera - RP (Real Photo) Processor 3D, another photo technology developed by Fujifilm over the years - synchronizes data passed to it by the two lenses and two CCD sensors
, to determine shooting conditions such as focus, brightness and tonality to instantaneously blend this information into a single symmetrical image. The 2.8-inch 3D/2D LCD monitor features Fujifilm's own LCD panel.

In the 'Individual Shutter 3D Shooting' mode, the camera takes two shots, one after the other, and saves a single 3D image in the camera manually. The 3D image generated can be edited and this is particularly useful for landscape photography where a 3D image is difficult to achieve, or conversely, macro shots, where the 3D effect can be too strong.

In the 'Interval 3D Shooting' mode, it is possible to take two shots from different viewpoints continuously while the photographer is moving, for example by train, airplane, or car, etc., to achieve 3D images of long-distance views. By using the 'Parallax Control (3D Tuning Function)', the 3D images can be manually adjusted for a clear and sharper 3D view.


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Epson Moviemate 60 - All in one home entertainment solution

The Canon MovieMate 60 'multi-purpose' device is a combination of a projector, a CD/DVD player, a microphone input and stereo speakers. All these essential technologies are packaged in a single, compact device. This ideal device delivers high-quality home entertainment solution right into the user's home, backyard while it can also be packed for an enjoyable vacation. It enables enjoying DVDs, TV shows, gaming consoles, karaoke with up to eight times larger than a 40-inch widescreen TV.

Its energy efficient lamp offers 2,000 lumens of brightness while Dolby Digital audio magnifies the listening experience. The plug n play functionality along with support for HDMI enables sharing of digital content from PCs, camcorders, digital cameras and MP3 players. Bringing the realistic, life-like visuals is the incorporated three-chip 3LCD technology and the energy efficient E-TORL lamp.

This sleek, compact device is inclusive of built-in handle and cushioned carrying case. It is capable of projecting a 16:9 widescreen 60-inch image from nearly six feet distance or a 120-inch image from about 12 feet. The built-in ten watt 5.1 Dolby Digital DTS speakers ensure great sound. Additional cables are not required while it is highly portable with easy set-up.

The Epson MovieMate 60 carries an estimated street price of $699 (approx Rs. 33,704) and will be available in October through national resellers. Further, the company offers a two-year limited warranty with toll-free access to PrivateLine, technical support and free two-business-day exchange with ExtraCareSM Home Service.


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Zune 4.0 Software - Released

Along with Zune HD, Microsoft has also released the new Zune 4.0 software with new features and a bunch of enhancements for Windows 7 based PC. Zune Marketplace service catalog will be available even through the browser. At a price of $14.99 (Rs. 720 approx.) users will be able to access Zune Marketplace library of six million songs for streaming full albums and video.

Apart from feature additions, major enhancements have been added to the Zune 4.0 software to work better on Windows 7 operating systems. There are several new features included in the Zune 4.0 of which Smart DJ is one of the most interesting ones. Just like Apple's Genius feature, Zune's Smart DJ feature automatically creates a playlist from the music on the device, user's library on PC and even the Zune Marketplace online.

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New iPod Touch - Mysterious hardware

The teardown of the latest iPod Touch by iFixit has revealed a Wi-Fi hardware and a slot for a camera. Gadget teardown specialist iFixit on Friday said that during its dissection of the new device, it found a few "unexpected discoveries".

One of the most notable findings was a Broadcom BCM4329 chip that supports 802.11n. "This is a big deal, as even the iPhone 3GS doesn't support 802.11n," said Kyle Wiens of iFixit. The Apple smartphone, which has a very similar look on the outside to the iPod Touch, has a Broadcom BCM4325 wireless chip, only supporting 802.11a/b/g Wi-Fi connectivity, according to Wiens.

"We don't know yet if 802.11n will be supported in the iPod Touch software, but at least the hardware's there," he said.

The Broadcom chip also supports FM transmission and Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (enhanced data rate), endowing the touch-screen iPod with the potential to stream music to the car stereo. "But that's a lot of ifs," Wiens said.

iFixit also said the internal layout of the iPod appears to leave room for a camera in the top of the device. "There is a 6x6x3-millimeter space between the Broadcom chip and the wireless antenna."
Added Wiens: "There isn't enough depth for an iPhone-style autofocus still camera, but just enough room for the camera that Apple used in the fifth-generation iPod Nano. We did not find any headers on the board for a camera cable."

(credit: iFixit)

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Microsoft Zune HD Teardown - details

The core silicon in the Zune HD is an Nvidia Tegra processor (see photo) based on the power-frugal ARM chip design. The system-on-chip uses less than 0.5 watts of power. Tegra's defining feature is the integrated Nvidia GeForce graphics chip, which gives the Zune its graphics processing oomph. 
The Zune HD also uses a SiPORT HD Radio chip and a 32GB flash memory chip from Hynix, according to iFixit.

Probably the most conspicuous feature of the Microsoft media player is a 3.3 inch OLED display capacitive touch screen. OLED screens draw significantly less power than a traditional LCD. "This isn't the first product with an OLED, but it's certainly cutting-edge technology, and something we haven't seen in any Apple devices yet," iFixit said.

The Zune also offers HD (720p) video out, Wi-Fi, a Web browser (with tap-to-zoom technology), built-in accelerometer, and a touch-screen QWERTY keyboard.
Microsoft claims the Zune's battery provides 8.5 hours video playback.

(Teardown by iFixit)


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WD TV mini media player

The new Media Player seamlessly connects to a home theatre system or TV and plays music, movies and photos that are stored in portable USB drives. It also plays content from other USB mass storage devices like digital cameras and digital camcorders. The latest product is highly portable in nature and hence can be carried and used just about anywhere.

The WD product supports many varieties of file formats like RealMedia Variable Bitrare (RMVB). It also boasts of rich HD 1080i advanced navigation and user interface. The player also includes DVD-like navigation complete with chapter support, subtitles and trick modes. Thumbnail support includes music album art as well as photo thumbnails. Customers can preview their video during navigation only in 480 and 720 mode. Content from the consumers digital image device can be viewed or backed up through the Picture Transfer Protocol feature. It also includes Component and composite video output as well as Digital optical audio output through SPDIF.

The WD TV Mini Media Player has a price tag of Rs.6,000 and is backed up with a 1 year limited warranty.

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Apple iPod Nano - Specs, cost and More

The New Apple iPod Nano brings revolutionary features with a built-in camera and video player. Its really all new and the compact size with all previous features makes it really handy and attractive.

• 2.2-inch (diagonal) TFT display
• 240-by-376-pixel resolution at 204 pixels per inch
• 8GB or 16GB flash drive
• Holds up to 2,000 or 4,000 songs in 128-Kbps AAC format
• Holds up to 7,000 or 14,000 iPod-viewable photos
• Holds up to 8 hours or 16 hours of video
• Stores data via USB flash drive
• Audio formats supported: AAC (8 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), HE-AAC, MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX, and AAX+), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV
• Spoken menus allow listeners to hear many of the names of menus, song titles, and artists without viewing the screen.
• USB 2.0 port
• Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
• Playback time
  • Music playback time: Up to 24 hours when fully charged
  • Video playback time: Up to 5 hours when fully charged
    
• Charging via USB to computer system or power adapter (sold separately)
  • Fast-charge time: about 1.5 hours (charges up to 80% of battery capacity)
  • Full-charge time: about 3 hours
• Video Capture
  
• H.264 VGA video, 640 by 480 pixels, up to 30 frames per second with AAC audio
• 15 real-time special effects: Sepia, Black and White, X-Ray, Film Grain, Thermal, Security Cam, Cyborg, Bulge, Kaleido, Motion Blur, Mirror, Light Tunnel, Dent, Stretch, and Twirl
• iPod nano embodies Apple’s continuing environmental progress. It is designed with the following features to reduce environmental impact:
  
• Arsenic-free glass
• BFR-free
• Mercury-free
• PVC-free
• Highly recyclable

Priced @ 

• 8GB $149 
• 16GB $179

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Transcend with its new digital photo frame

Transcend has come out with its new digital photo frame the PF700. With the new-age designing techniques, these photo frames come as unavoidable future photo frames. As we see in hi-fi movies the automatically changing images in a photo frame in a space ship or some hi- tech facility comes true with these products.

The PF700 can also function as a video player, an MP3 player, an attractive desktop clock, or an electronic calendar with important-date scheduling and reminders

This 7-inch photo frame features:

    * 16:9 aspect ratio screen
    * display resolution of 480 x 234 pixels
    * measures 205 143 29mm
    * 0.5W speaker.

The frame works with most mainstream SD/SDHC/ MMC/MS memory cards as well as USB Flash Drives. When connected with a storage device, the frame automatically searches for JPEG images. Users can choose to view photos one at a time, in customizable slideshows, or in a convenient tiled thumbnail view.

  Features:

    * NaturaTone user-selectable color modes
    * Portrait or Landscape orientation
    * Slideshow, thumbnail, rotate, and zoom-in viewing options
    * Frame themes
    * Full motion 30fps video playback
    * Video Formats - Motion JPEG (AVI, MOV; Up to 720x480 @ 30FPS)
    * Built-in speaker for listening to MP3 background music
    * Select multiple photos for custom slideshows
    * Customizable Clock, alarm and calendar functions
    * Important date/event reminders
    * Automatic Power-on/off and sleep timers
    * Direct USB2.0 connection for easy file transfer

Available in black and white color versions, the PF700 is priced at Rs. 6,000 and comes with a 2-year product warranty (1-year panel warranty).

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Samsungs new Portable Multimedia Players (PMPs)

Samsung launches three new portable multimedia players for the second half of 2009. The R1, R0 and M1 are compatible with DivX, enabling users to play content without the need to convert files.
With easy “Drag & Drop” operation, gives users the freedom to enjoy audio/video libraries anywhere, anytime. Samsung’s DNSe 3.0 (Digital Natural Sound Engine) also ensures the highest possible sound quality.

Samsung’s R1 is the slimmest and most user-friendly DivX touch player in its class. It is also the world’s first DivX certified MP3 player with a dynamic, 2.6-inch wide touch screen.

Samsung’s R0 is a study in practicality with tactile keys for easy operation in the dark. The MicroSD slot for expandable memory also frees the user from memory constraints.

Samsung’s Premium M1 features a 3.3-inch wide AMOLED touch screen that provides the most impressive video quality. The M1 shares many of the best features including DNSe sound enhancement, MicroSD slot, built-in stereo speaker, FM radio, voice recording and Bluetooth capabilities, scratch-resistant metal design and customizable flash-based widgets.

The M1, R1 and R0 will be available in 8GB, 16GB.  

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Microsoft Zune HD - Cheaper than iPod Touch

Microsoft made its latest version of the Zune player available for pre-order last week at a significantly lower price than Apple's iPod Touch which is the Zune's direct competition.
























The Zune HD 16GB will sell for $219 ($299 for iPod Touch 16GB) and the Zune HD 32GB model will go for $289 ($399 for iPod Touch 32GB). Both of the new devices will hit store shelves September 15th, 2009.

The Zune HD music player features a touch screen, web browser, the capability to produce HD video output, and an HD radio for those music lovers who don't have a lot of MP3's and the cash to buy them (or rather the means to get them). Another awesome feature of the Zune HD is the OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) display which offers very vivid images and video playback at a very low cost to the battery power.

The Zune HD also has the capability to send 720P video to an HDTV using a separately sold docking station. You could literally have all of your media on one device, with the Zune HD and it goes with you anywhere you do.

Pre-order your Zune HD from Amazon.com

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