Microsoft Reportedly Considering Xbox TV Channel For Xbox LIVE Users
Are game consoles the next set-top box? Five years ago, no one would've ever believed that the Nintendo 64 or PlayStation 2 could ever become someone's primary source of in-home entertainment, but now, the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 definitely have that capability. Between the two, users can watch DVDs, Blu-ray Discs, Web programming, movies, TV shows and of course, play games. That's an awful lot of entertainment, but more could be on the way for Microsoft's console. In a never-ending bid to one-up "the other
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Huge 30 Year Cellphone Study Starts To Research Link With Disease
At last. We were beginning to wonder when a full-scale, no-holds barred cell phone study would be launched to investigate the pros (but mostly cons) of using a mobile long-term, and it seems that 2010 is the year. Small-scale studies have been conducted ever since wireless phones became a commodity, but up until now, no company had decided to study things long-term. It's being called the biggest study on cell phone health effects ever, and any study that will take three decades to complete probably qualifies
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Panasonic Announces Pricing And Ship Dates For VIERA VT25 Plasma 3D HDTVs
3D HDTVs are set to continually roll out throughout the year now; most were announced at CES, and just now companies are starting to ship their newest sets. Panasonic is destined to become a pretty big player in the space, with the company this week announcing pricing and nationwide retail availability dates for the new VIERA VT25 Series of 1080 plasma TVs. This new series will expand the company's 3D offerings to four total screens. For those hoping to get a smaller 3D set, you're out of luck here. Panasonic's
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DisplayLink and Diamond Collaborate on Unique Docking Stations
With a little help from DisplayLinke, Diamond Multimedia has come out with a new display adapter the company promises will make easy-work out of attaching additional displays to laptops and desktops. Diamond's BVUMD3 USB HD Display Adapter Plus, as it's called, supports DVI or VGA interfaces and features high quality digital imaging up to 1600x1200 and 1920x1080, while also allowing users to mirror or extend the display in any directions. "DisplayLink’s DL-165 USB virtual graphics chip has enabled us to
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Huge 30 Year Cellphone Study Starts To Research Link With Disease
At last. We were beginning to wonder when a full-scale, no-holds barredcell phone study would be launched to investigate the pros (but mostlycons) of using a mobile long-term, and it seems that 2010 is the year.Small-scale studies have been conducted ever since wireless phonesbecame a commodity, but up until now, no company had decided to studythings long-term. It's being called the biggest study on cell phonehealth effects ever, and any study that will take three decades tocomplete probably qualifies for "biggest."The Cohort Study on Mobile Communications(COSMOS) has begun a thirty year look on how the long-term use of cellphones effects disease and health, with cancer and neurological disorders being right in the cross-hairs. Jack Rowley, director of research and sustainability at industry body the GSM Association stated that "one ofthe limitations of research to date is thatwhen you ask people about their mobile phone use say five years agothere's a lot of error," and now that five billion mobile phones are inuse globally, it's the perfect time to bite the bullet and get the realresearch going. To date, the WorldHealth Organization, the American Cancer Society and the NationalInstitutes of Health haven't found any direct link between cell phoneuse and disease, but other smaller investigations have foundconflicting evidence. It will certainly be nice to have a three decadestudy to finally put an end to the debate.
People working in the research have noted that many cancers take 10+years to develop, so studying mobile users long-term is the onlyaccurate way to find out if there's truly a link between the two. Itshould be interesting to see these results in a few years--if directlinks are drawn, will mobile use suddenly go down? Will science createnew technologies that don't harm health? Only (lots of) time will tell.
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40 Years ago,......
Great set of pictures of the events leading up to, and the actual Moon landing of the Apollo-11 Moon Mission on July 16th. 1969. Lest we forget, no other country on Earth has accomplished anything close to what we were capable of doing 40 Years ago,.......
http://www.boston.com/bigpicture/2009/07/remembering_apollo_11.html
RealNeil
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Holy Shnikes... I can see the end of the Pandora tunnel!
They actually received the final boards, LCDs, etc. and are just waiting on the cases to arrive (stupid volcano).
I may actually be posting from a Pandora this year! I'll be sure to take some pics or make a vid or something to give you guys the rundown.
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Panasonic Announces Pricing And Ship Dates For VIERA VT25 Plasma 3D HDTVs
3D HDTVs are set to continually roll out throughout the year now; mostwere announced at CES, and just now companies are starting to shiptheir newest sets. Panasonic is destined to become a pretty big playerin the space, with the company this week announcing pricing and nationwide retail availability dates for the new VIERA VT25Series of 1080 plasma TVs. This new series will expand the company's 3Dofferings to four total screens.For those hoping to get a smaller 3D set, you're out of luck here.Panasonic's sets are all 50" or larger, mostly because the "3D effect"is felt more with larger displays. Also, you should know that all ofthese sets rely on Active Shutter Eyewear, and that's not cheap. EachTV comes with a single pair of these glasses, but additional pairs costa whopping $149.95. Other specifications include a 5,000,000:1 contrastratio, THX certification, VIERA CAST Wi-Fi and Skype capabilities, andof course, a native 1080p panel on each. Full details, including ratherhigh price tags, are listed below.
PANASONIC ANNOUNCES PRICING AND AVAILABILITY OF VIERA VT25 SERIES OF FULL HD 3D PLASMA TVS
VT25 Series Will Feature Four Screen Sizes; Will Also Offer 2010 VIERA CAST IPTV Features Including Skype Capability
First Models Expected At Retail in Early May
SECAUCUS, NJ (April 23, 2010) – Panasonic, a worldwide leader in Full HD 3D technology, announced today pricing and nationwide retail availability dates for its critically-acclaimed VIERATM VT25 Series of Full HD 3D Plasma TVs. The debut of the VT25 series will expand Panasonic’s 3D offerings to four screens sizes with availability at a wide range of consumer electronics retailers.
The first VIERA VT25 models will be available in early May in 50-inch class (49.9 inches diagonal) and 54-inch class (54.1 inches diagonal) sizes with 58-inch class (58.0 inches diagonal) and 65-inch class (64.7 inches diagonal) sizes to follow in June. Complete technical specifications for the VT25 Series are now available at www.panasonic.com.
In March 2010, Panasonic partnered with Best Buy to debut its first-ever Full HD 3D1 home entertainment system featuring the VIERA TC-P50VT20 Full HD 3D Plasma (50-inch class screen size, 49.9 inches diagonal) exclusively at select Best Buy Magnolia Home Theater stores.
The VIERA VT25 Series broadens the reach of Panasonic’s Full HD 3D technology for the home offering the following models:
TC-P50VT25
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 50-inch class (49.9 inches diagonally)
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â SRP $2,599.95
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Available week of May 3, 2010
TC-P54VT25
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 54-inch class (54.1 inches diagonally)
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â SRP $2,999.95
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Available week of May 3, 2010
TC-P58VT25
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 58-inch class (58.0 inches diagonally)
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â SRP $3,399.95
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Available June 2010
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TC-P65VT25
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 65-inch class (64.7 inches diagonally)
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â SRP $4,299.95
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Available June 2010
“The arrival of our VIERA VT25 Series truly defines the phenomenal capabilities of Panasonic’s Full HD 3D technology to deliver a new level of home entertainment to consumers,†said Henry Hauser, Vice President, Panasonic Display Group. “With Panasonic Plasma’s new short-stroke phosphor technology, Full HD 3D imagery is delivered in stunning realism and clarity to create a truly immersive viewing experience that will make the viewer feel that they have stepped in to the program they are watching.â€
The VIERA VT25 Series was voted “Best of Show†at the 2010 Consumer Electronics Show and also received the Consumer Electronics Association’s esteemed 2010 Innovations Award for its innovative 3D technology.
All Panasonic VIERA VT25 Series models feature:
Full HD 3D Technology – For a true Full 1080p 3D image, Panasonic’s VT25 Series features new, faster screen phosphors (short-stroke) which, when coupled with the VIERA VT25’s 600Hz sub-field drive, outputs alternating imagery at 60 frames per second to each eye. Working in unison with the required Active Shutter Eyewear, the human brain then combines the images and interprets them as a Full HD 3D image for the highest possible realistic visual experience; in effect mimicking what the human eye sees in real life.
Active Shutter Eyewear -- All Panasonic VIERA VT25 Series models come with one pair of Panasonic 3D Active Shutter Eyewear (TY-EW3D10U). Additional pairs of Panasonic 3D Eyewear are available at retail with an SRP of $149.95.
Infinite Black Pro Panel – A new phosphor technology that produces deep blacks (5,000,000:1 native contrast)2 and vivid images with minimal reflection.
THX Certified Display -- Ensures that every Panasonic Full HD 3D TV displays motion pictures and television content with exactly the quality and color palette that the director intended.
VIERA CAST WiFi with Skype Capability -- Panasonic’s innovative Internet programming package, gives viewers the ability to access feature films plus information and communication offerings including Amazon Video on Demand™, Bloomberg News, Fox Sports, Netflix™, and Skype™ on Your VIERA TV3, among others.
All Panasonic VIERA VT25 Series models also feature 600HZ Sub-field Drive, 1080p Lines Moving Picture Resolution, VIERA Image ViewerTM , VIERA LinkTM Connectivity with Network Cameras, 24p Cinematic Playback, two USB Ports, PC Input, and are ENERGY STAR 4.0 compliant.
Panasonic’s VIERA VT20 Full HD 3D Plasma TV (50-inch class screen size, 49.9 inches diagonal) will continue to be sold exclusively at Best Buy Magnolia Home Theater stores (SRP $2499,95) through May 2nd and then will be available at Best Buy stores nationwide. The VT25 Series models offer ISFccc (calibrated with an RS232C jack) and Studio reference mode -- features not included on the VT20 model. The VT25 Series models also feature a different cosmetic -- the bezel color of the VT20 is gunmetal silver/grey while the bezel color of the VT25 Series models is a deep brown metallic.
Panasonic’s range of Full HD 3D VIERA Plasma HDTVs, when coupled with Panasonic’s 3D Blu-ray Disc players (DMP- BDT300 and DMP-BDT350) bring a new era of immersive visual entertainment into consumers’ homes, by creating a 3D experience that easily rivals the best that can be seen in cinemas. By delivering a full 1080p-resolution image to each eye, Panasonic’s Full HD 3D technology offers consumers the highest possible visual experience. To enjoy Full HD 3D programming, users wear a stylish and lightweight pair of active-shutter eyewear. The sets are also Full HD TVs that display pristine 1080p content in two dimensions (2D) for conventional HD viewing.
For more information on Panasonic’s Full HD 3D technology, visit www.panasonic.com/3D.
About Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company:
Based in Secaucus, N.J., Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (PCEC), a market and technology leader in High Definition television, is a Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE: PC) and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. marketing, sales, service and R&D operations. Panasonic is pledged to practice prudent, sustainable use of the earth's natural resources and protect our environment through the company’s Eco Ideas programs. Information about Panasonic products is available at www.panasonic.com. Additional company information for journalists is available at www.panasonic.com/pressroom.
Notes:
1 Current 3D content will be limited and may include certain Blu-ray Disc titles and satellite programming. Additional equipment and/or subscription fees may apply. 3D Blu-ray Disc player (sold separately) required to view 3D content. 3D Eyewear is also required for viewing. One pair included with purchase of a VIERA VT20 or VT25 Series Full HD 3D TV.
2 A detailed explanation of how Panasonic measures Native Contrast Ratio is available at
http://www2.panasonic.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/DisplayTerm?termID=49182&storeId=15001
3 Access to a broadband Internet connection is required. Panasonic’s Communication Camera (TY-CC10W) is required for Skype video functionality and sold separately. Skype is not a replacement for traditional telephone service and cannot be used for emergency calling.
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Microsoft Reportedly Considering Xbox TV Channel For Xbox LIVE Users
Are game consoles the next set-top box? Five years ago, no one would'veever believed that the Nintendo 64 or PlayStation 2 could ever becomesomeone's primary source of in-home entertainment, but now, the Xbox360 and PlayStation 3 definitely have that capability. Between the two,users can watch DVDs, Blu-ray Discs, Web programming, movies, TV showsand of course, play games. That's an awful lot of entertainment, butmore could be on the way for Microsoft's console.In a never-ending bid to one-up "the other guy," Microsoft isreportedly talking behind the scenes of boosting the Xbox LIVE offeringwith a dedicated Xbox TV channel that would provide some originalcontent and some reruns. Details are scant right now, as Microsoft hasyet to officially say these talks are legitimate. So at this point,there's no telling what kind of content would show up, but given justhow diverse the Xbox consumer sector is, there's plenty of room to mixthings up.
The new TV channel would be available exclusively to Xbox 360 ownersand Xbox LIVE users, and according to reports, it would be jointlyowned by Microsoft and former News Corp. president Peter Chernin. Ifthe channel goes through, users may be faced with a $1 to $2 increaseper month in order to finance the channel and the content creation. Thedeal makes a lot of sense when you look at how content delivery istrending. Fewer physical discs are being printer, and more content isbeing distributed over the Internet. Users already flip on their Xbox360 in order to download movies from Xbox Video Store and watchNetflix, so why not give them the option to watch a dedicated Xboxchannel? It may even make PS3 loyalists envious. Now wouldn't that besomething?
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Project "Frostbyte" (Loads of pics)
Hey guys I got my case in today and I had in taken apart within 20 mins of getting it through the door. I thought I would start this thread off by posting some pics of the case before I start hacking away at it. This thing is one sexy looking cube and you really got to admire the build and design byt eh people at Lian Li. As I stated I had this thing apart in 20 mins and that's including carrying it upstairs, unpacking it and taking it apart. Enjoy!
Here's a pic of the case still in it's shipping box.
Unpacking the box!
Stock case untouched!
Back of case
Front panel off. the front panel removed very easily with slightly pulling on it. It was held in by 4 plastic tabs, 1 in each corner. No screws or rivets needed to be removed.
Motherboard side panel off. Came off by removing 2 thumbscrews in the rear of the case.
Right side panel off. Came off the same way by removing 2 thumbscrews in the rear of the case.
Top panel off. The top panel came off by removing 6 phillips head screws. The front 3 screws aren't visible until you reove the front panel.
5.25" bay covers, switches,leds and front ports removed. The bay covers just pop out. The switches and leds were held in by plastc inserts which came out fairly easily by pulling on the side tabs. It was easier to remove the switch from the plastic insert while still in the case than the insert came out with ease. The front panel ports came out by removing 2 phillips head screws.
PSU backplate and motherboard backplate removed. both backplates were held in by phillips head screws.
Here's everything I took off
I will post more pics as I go along so stay tuned. The next batch will entail drilling out the rivets and removing the inners! Also I have changed my design yet again so We'll see how this works out!
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DisplayLink and Diamond Collaborate on Unique Docking Stations
With a little help from DisplayLinke, Diamond Multimedia has come out with a new display adapter the company promises will make easy-work out of attaching additional displays to laptops and desktops. Diamond's BVUMD3 USB HD Display Adapter Plus, as it's called, supports DVI or VGA interfaces and features high quality digital imaging up to 1600x1200 and 1920x1080, while also allowing users to mirror or extend the display in any directions."DisplayLink’s DL-165 USB virtual graphics chip has enabled us to offer our customers a means to connect multiple monitors to a single device, along with many other multimedia capabilities," says Louis Kokenis, the Product Engineering Manager for Diamond Multimedia. "The BVUMD3 also uses 80% less power than a discrete solution."
Some other highlights include:
- All USB powered
- Fully integrated into th Windows and Mac OSX control panel
- Easy Plug and Play installation with Microsoft WHQL signed drivers
- Supports up to six displays
- DisplayLink Certified
- Compatible with all CRT and Flat Panel monitors
- Standard and wide screen aspect ratios
- Higher performance DDR memory interface
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