Kingston Unveils SSDNow V+100 Series with Improved Controller
Kingston just sent us word that it's launching its next generation SSDNow V+ solid state drives (SSDs), the SSDNow V+100 series. These next generation drives sport a garbage collection scheme that's not OS dependent, as well as an improved controller offering up to 25 percent better performance than the original SSDNow V series, Kingston says. "Kingston SSDNow drives have been extremely well received in the worldwide IT marketplace. Our customers have told us that they need an SSD solution that ideally sits
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AT&T And Samsung Mobile Go Green With New Evergreen Phone
AT&T and Samsung Mobile are teaming up to bring the new Samsung Evergreen to AT&T. As you might suspect from its name, this quick messaging phone has the environment in mind: it's built with 70% recycled post-consumer plastics and packaging that utilizes 80% recycled post-consumer paper. The Evergreen has a 2.4-inch display, a slide-out QWERTY keyboard, a 2.0 megapixel camera and video camcorder, AT&T Navigator, and stereo Bluetooth wireless technology v2.1 + SSP. The Evergreen will be
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TomTom Debuts GO 2405 And GO 2505 GPS Devices
Going to grandmother's house this Thanksgiving? If she has recently relocated, you probably don't want to be stopping anywhere for directions on a day where everything's closed. If you're in the market for a new navigation device, TomTom has two new devices to choose from. The TomTom GO 2405 and GO 2505 GPS units are both debuting today, with both looking a lot like TomTom units of the past. Both of these have larger displays; the 2405 has a 4.3" display and the 2505 has a 5" display, both considered "glass
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NEC Launches Two New Enterprise LED Monitors
NEC has been on a roll in the desktop monitor sector as of late. We recently reviewed the company's new MultiSync PA271W display and gave it high marks for its excellent color reproduction and boatload of useful features, and now NEC is bringing to market two more MultiSync displays, the EA192M and E201W. Both of these sport LED backlighting, a trait NEC says it wants to concentrate on in order to "help protect the environment." And other than the screen size and resolution (EA192M measures 19-inches and features
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Sprint Turns On 4G In New York City
America's largest and most prominent city now has 4G, at last. Nearly 60 other cities, many that are far smaller than NYC, received 4G from Sprint before the Big Apple, but Sprint has today revealed that NYC has WiMAX. The City has waited for years to become one of the crowd, and many wondered why it wasn't turned on earlier. Of course, the planning necessary to light up 4G in a city this packed, with this many skyscrapers, has to be daunting. Sprint is probably going to make a major 4G push in NYC as the holiday
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Logitech Debuts $79.99 Wireless Solar Keyboard K750
It had to happen sooner or later, and it's happening today: a solar powered keyboard is now reaching commercial status. Logitech has been known for their innovations in the peripheral market, with the nearly microscopic Unifying USB receiver being the latest. But the company's newest keyboard is likely to be the one that people remember most from 2010. The Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 is the company's first keyboard designed to be powered entirely by ambient light. That means that you can just use ambient, extra
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Yamaha Offers Blu-ray, Netflix In BD-A1000 Universal All-In-One Deck
Here's the thing about most of today's media streamers: they don't have an optical drive. So even though they're capable of playing lots of content from the Internet, they can't play back your old DVD or new Blu-ray Disc collection. This isn't a problem if you already own a Blu-ray or DVD player and also don't mind have two boxes under your television, but what if you want an all-in-one solution? Yamaha has asked themselves the same question, and the answer seems to be the BD-A1000. Called a "universal Blu-ray
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ViewSonic Announces Prices, Ship Dates For ViewPad 7 And 10 Tablets
And the tablet craze continues. The entire industry seems to be trying hard to catch up with the momentum that Apple's iPad has gained throughout this year, and while Samsung's Galaxy Tab is definitely the most highly anticipated Android tablet on the market, there are plenty of competitors available if you dig deep. ViewSonic has been invested in the handheld market for some time, and there's been rumors of a ViewPad in the past. Today, those rumors are being quelled by way of an official introduction
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Deltenna WiBE To Bring Rural Broadband To UK/Ireland
Rural broadband has become somewhat of a buzzword in America, and around the globe. With broadband speeds stabilizing amongst many cities in the world, focus has shifted to getting higher Internet speeds to less populated areas. The idea is that the Internet, and having broadband access to it, could boost the smaller, rural economies. The trick is getting Internet to places where most companies view it as unprofitable to even try. In America, the FCC and the government has become involved in trying to expand
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First Engagement Heralded at Dating Site for the 'Less Attracive'
Amazed at home many of the folks on sites like Match.com, Chemistry.com, or CougarLife.com are incredibly good-looking? There's a site for people who are "aesthetically challenged" (their words, not ours) and it is celebrating a milestone: the first engagement between two of its members. Tom Clifford, 36, and Janine Walker, 31, have become engaged after meeting on the U.K. version of the website "The Ugly Bug Ball," which has U.K., U.S., Canadian, Australian, and Irish versions of the site. The site describes
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Call of Duty: Black Ops Launch Trailer Unveiled
Call of Duty: Black Ops will launch on November 9. It will be available on Windows, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Nintendo Wii, and the Nintendo DS. Activision has just released the official launch trailer. Although the YouTube video says it was uploaded on Oct. 29, it was done then so it could render in HD and be tested properly. It was only publicly revealed on Halloween evening. Call of Duty: Black Ops is the seventh installment of the Call of Duty series and the third game in the series to be developed by
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Google Goes Scooby Doo-ish on Halloween
Google's latest Doodle is one for Halloween, and it celebrates All Hallows' Eve with the canine king of spooks: Scooby Doo. Scooby Doo, of course, is the talking Great Dane which began as a CBS cartoon in 1969. Since then it's been spun-off into numerous sequels, revivals, and even live-action (except for Scooby Doo) movies and TV movies. Google's Doodle on All Hallows' Eve (better known as Halloween) is actually a set of five Doodles you can scroll through. Scooby Doo and the Gang are obviously, as usual, hot
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First Engagement Heralded at Dating Site for the 'Less Attracive'
Amazed at home many of the folks on sites like Match.com, Chemistry.com, or CougarLife.com are incredibly good-looking? There's a site for people who are "aesthetically challenged" (their words, not ours) and it is celebrating a milestone: the first engagement between two of its members. Tom Clifford, 36, and Janine Walker, 31, have become engaged after meeting on the U.K. version of the website "The Ugly Bug Ball," which has U.K., U.S., Canadian, Australian, and Irish versions of the site. The site describes its mission statement as follows: Internet dating is more popular that it’s ever been with singles all over the world logging on to find the love of their life. But aren’t you sick of all the twee lovey dovey dating sites that show perfectly pretty people walking hand in hand on a wind swept beach? We know it never turns out like that - at TUBB we deal in reality. If you are one of the millions of people that don’t always like what they see in the mirror, then this is the place for you!
Clifford and Walker have become engaged after just four dates, though Clifford first saw her ad in August. The site is so excited to hear of their engagement, it has offered them a free honeymoon, to Borth in Wales. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and Clifford said as much in his initial email to Walker:
"Dear Janine, Just seen your beautiful face on The Ugly Bug Ball and would love to meet up. You live near me, so this shouldn't be a problem. I've got a face that makes children cry but, as they say, beauty is in the eye of the beholder - and I think you'll love me too."Here's what Walker said:
"I appreciate that Tom isn't Brad Pitt, but then I'm no Angelina Jolie either. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and to me Tom's the perfect, handsome prince. I'm just so pleased to have been able to meet him, and I'm head-over-heels in love."We wish them well. Not everyone in this world can be Jennifer Aniston or George Clooney, but all deserve love.
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Fun Video, Windows Phone 7 - Killer App from Halloween.
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11 year old kid takes on the gaming industry
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I found this story on a local news site and thought it was pretty interesting. what do you guys think? sorry if i posted this in the wrong place, if i did please delete it.
11 year old whizz kid releases his own computer game.
Schoolboy takes on the internet gaming industry
Game launched in July already a hit with 10,000 users
An entrepreneurial schoolboy has successfully launched his first game in the highly competitive internet gaming market, with 10,000 users in its first month.
‘Buccaneers and Lobsters’ was developed over the last eight months by 11 year old Peter from Crumlin, Co. Antrim. The game, which is set on the high seas during the Napoleonic Wars, asks players to use their skill and judgment to build and develop a fleet of warships in order to dominate the seas, in competition with other online players and teams.
The game is fun but it also has educational value, developing players’ knowledge of Napoleonic history and naval activity. ‘ I saw a gap’ says Peter, ‘when I couldn’t find an interactive, multi-player game that featured pirates after watching Pirates of The Caribbean & series such as Hornblower on the TV. This is a real area of interest for both boys & girls!’
Peter is primarily focused on gaining users from his target market of 8-12 year old boys, and knows his market well given that he’s just about to start secondary school himself. However, he has been pleasantly surprised to find the game has a wider appeal.
Peter explained; “We’ve asked older players what they think of the game and the feedback is good. We also have a growing following on Facebook from women, which is something I didn’t expect.”
Peter thoroughly researched his market and a key focus on the marketing strategy was to make the game educational, and Peter’s team have used related material linked to Wikipedia, You Tube and Facebook.
He said; “We spent a lot of time on working on the details of ‘Buccaneers and Lobsters’, to make sure it’s as accurate as possible and to encourage teachers and parents to see the value of the game.”
While other companies focus on impressive 3D graphics, Peter believes a focus on the fundamentals of the game is paramount to its success.
“The game must be playable, if a player can’t get into my game in five minutes then we’ve done something wrong,” he stated.
Peter is aiming high, and notes the success of US gaming company Zynga as a source of inspiration. Founded three years ago, the company is already valued at US $1 billion. While Zynga have an active payment option, you can play ‘Buccaneers and Lobsters’ for free, as Peter is determined to get the game right before developing his business model further.
Peter cites the highly successful Zynga game ‘Farmville’, where players pay to develop a virtual working farm, as a worthy model. “Access to the game is simple and it is constantly being improved,” he said.
Peter continued; “To get this right, we can’t say that Buccanneers and Lobsters will ever be finished. I need to keep updating it and adding to it if my players are going to keep coming back. Over the coming months I hope to add Ghost Ships, Special Items and Weapons, the ability to capture ports, and aim to host a series of historical naval battles that will enable players to pit their best and strongest ships against the best online opponents.”
The game has only just launched but it has already received rave reviews from Facebook users, and recent TV and social media campaigns promise to bring many thousands of new players to the game.
This young man is well placed to embrace new technology to promote his game and looks set to change the face of the Northern Ireland games industry, so watch this space.
Play the game at www.buccaneersandlobsters.com
See the story:
http://www.buccaneersandlobsters.com
http://www.ulstertatler.com/social-events.asp?id=688
http://www.u.tv/Lifestyle/Antrim-schoolboy-releases-game/95faa416-b629-463d-ab92-2d2709794feb
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Call of Duty: Black Ops Launch Trailer Unveiled
Call of Duty: Black Ops will launch on November 9. It will be available on Windows, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Nintendo Wii, and the Nintendo DS. Activision has just released the official launch trailer.Although the YouTube video says it was uploaded on Oct. 29, it was done then so it could render in HD and be tested properly. It was only publicly revealed on Halloween evening.
Call of Duty: Black Ops is the seventh installment of the Call of Duty series and the third game in the series to be developed by Treyarch. It is a sequel to the Treyarch's previous title in the series, Call of Duty: World at War. It is the first Call of Duty title set during the Cold War era. The MSRP of the Xbox 360, PS3 and Windows editions is $59.99. The Wii version is $49.99, and the DS version is $29.99.
"Hardened" and "Prestige" limited editions for PS3Â and Xbox 360 will be available, just as with Modern Warfare 2. The Hardened Edition includes a SteelBook case, a medal with its display case, four exclusive co-op levels and an Xbox Live or PlayStation Home avatar outfit. MSRP is $79.99.
Watch the video and prepare to drool...
The Prestige Edition will offer everything that the Hardened Edition does, but adds a real RC-XD remote-control vehicle modeled after the in-game Killstreak reward, which gives video and audio feedback to the controller. Looking good, just in time for the holidays.
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Deltenna WiBE To Bring Rural Broadband To UK/Ireland
Rural broadband has become somewhat of a buzzword in America, and around the globe. With broadband speeds stabilizing amongst many cities in the world, focus has shifted to getting higher Internet speeds to less populated areas. The idea is that the Internet, and having broadband access to it, could boost the smaller, rural economies. The trick is getting Internet to places where most companies view it as unprofitable to even try.In America, the FCC and the government has become involved in trying to expand access. In Europe, it looks like at least one company is already producing a product that should kick things into high gear. Deltenna's WiBE, a device to deliver fast broadband to rural areas that are far from the phone exchange, will go on sale today to consumers in the UK and Ireland. It's a small, canister shaped device that connects to a 3G cellular data network and then distributes that via Wi-Fi to nearby residences.
The WiBE's maximum throughput is 7.2Mbps and extensive tests in the UK demonstrate a typical download speed of 2.8Mbps in rural regions. Recent independent tests for a UK broadcaster showed that in areas of weak signal the device delivers a data throughput 30-times greater than a 3G USB modem dongle. And the connection range is typically between three and five-times that of the 3G dongle.
The device automatically tests each mobile cell in range to determine the fastest available download speed and configures its aerials to achieve the best possible connection and block any interference. And since 3G is far more available even in rural areas of Europe, it's not as Mission: Impossible as it is in America. The first companies to offer the WiBE are Cetag Systems in Ireland and Buzz Networks in the UK, and we can only hope that something similar comes to North America (and elsewhere in the world) soon.
2Mbps rural broadband device becomes available
iPlayer in the Lake District, Spotify in Snowdonia, email in the Cairngorms
1st November: Deltenna's WiBE, a device to deliver fast broadband to rural areas that are far from the phone exchange, will today become available to consumers and businesses in the UK and Ireland through its reseller network.
The gadget connects to the 3G mobile network and creates a web hotspot - even when a mobile phone, dongle or MiFi device wouldn't register a 3G signal.
Recent independent tests for a UK broadcaster showed that in areas of weak signal the device delivers a data throughput 30-times greater than a 3G USB modem dongle. And the connection range is typically between three and five-times that of the 3G dongle.
The WiBE's maximum throughput is 7.2Mbps and extensive tests in the UK demonstrate a typical download speed of 2.8Mbps in rural regions. These are achieved through Deltenna's patented directional antennas and alignment algorithms.
Users connect laptops, smartphones or VoIP phones to the device via WiFi.
The device automatically tests each mobile cell in range to determine the fastest available download speed and configures its aerials to achieve the best possible connection and block any interference.
The first companies to offer the WiBE are Cetag Systems in Ireland and Buzz Networks in the UK. Buzz will resell the WiBE with its VoIP service under the name Hubb@.
The WiBE is also undergoing trials with major network operators and was recently selected by the UK Trade and Investment to represent the best of British innovation at Mobile World Congress 2011.
Notes to editors
UK Trade and Investment (UKTI) is a UK government funded organisation that works with UK-based businesses to ensure their success in international markets, and encourage the best overseas companies to look to the UK as their global partner of choice.
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Logitech Debuts $79.99 Wireless Solar Keyboard K750
It had to happen sooner or later, and it's happening today: a solar powered keyboard is now reaching commercial status. Logitech has been known for their innovations in the peripheral market, with the nearly microscopic Unifying USB receiver being the latest. But the company's newest keyboard is likely to be the one that people remember most from 2010.The Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 is the company's first keyboard designed to be powered entirely by ambient light. That means that you can just use ambient, extra light in your office to power it; you don't need to be under direct sunlight. This is definitely a major step forward for keyboards, and it will be difficult to see too many companies ignoring this going forward.
Thanks to the removal of battery slots, Logitech has slimmed this unit all the way down to 1/3 of an inch, and the solar panel on top of it is rather unobtrusive. The company even claims that it can operate in total darkness for up to 3 months if it's fully charged, and the included solar power app (available for download at logitech.com/k750/solarapp) features a lux meter to help you get the necessary light, makes it easy to get at-a-glance information about battery levels, and even alerts you when you need more power.
The unit has Logitech's own Incurve ergonomic keys, as well as a 2.4GHz wireless transceiver and that Unifying nano USB dongle. The Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 is expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe in November 2010 for a suggested retail price of $79.99, and we can't wait for the solar mouse to hopefully join it soon. Surely Logitech's working on such a device now that the keyboard is out, wouldn't you think?
If You've Got Light, You've Got Power: Logitech Introduces Solar-Powered Keyboard
Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 Powered By Light - Even Indoors
FREMONT, Calif. - Nov. 1, 2010 - Today, Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) introduced the Logitech® Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 - the company's first light-powered keyboard. The Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard powers itself whenever there's light, even indoors, making battery hassles a thing of the past.
"The keyboard is still the best input device for typing emails and IMs, updating your Facebookâ„¢ page or posting responses to your favorite blogs - and the Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 is the next big innovation in keyboard technology," said Denis Pavillard, vice president of product marketing for Logitech's keyboards and desktops. "The Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard is powered by light but can work in total darkness for up to three months. Plus, with its PVC-free construction and fully recyclable packaging, it's designed to minimize its footprint."
Powered by Light - Even Indoors
To give you hassle-free convenience, the Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard powers itself through its integrated solar panel - no power bricks or charging cables needed.
The included solar power app (available for download at logitech.com/k750/solarapp) features a lux meter to help you get the necessary light, makes it easy to get at-a-glance information about battery levels, and even alerts you when you need more power.
Logitech's first solar keyboard can be powered by indoor light and stays charged for at least three months in total darkness. Plus an integrated power-indicator light eliminates surprises.
Only 1/3-Inch Thick
But Logitech did much more than bring solar power to the keyboard.
At only 1/3-inch thick, the sleek Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard looks good. With its rounded edges and thin profile, this stylish, streamlined keyboard is a joy to hold and behold.
Feel-Good Typing
The low-profile keyboard features Logitech Incurve keysâ„¢. Using a concave design, Incurve keys support the shape of your fingertips, while helping guide your fingers to the right keys. In addition, the soft, rounded edges make it easy for your fingers to glide from key to key.
Powerful, Reliable Wireless Connection with Logitech Unifying Technology
The Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 offers Logitech Advanced 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity, keeping you connected with virtually no delays or dropouts, so you get all the benefits of a cord, with the convenience of wireless. Logitech Advanced 2.4 wireless also includes 128-bit AES encryption with the keyboard - one of the highest levels of security available.
Plus, the tiny Logitech® Unifying receiver is small enough to stay in your laptop, so there's no need to unplug it when you move around. And you can easily add up to six Logitech Unifying and Unifying-ready mice and keyboards - without the hassle of multiple USB receivers.
Pricing and Availability
The Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 is expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe in November 2010 for a suggested retail price of $79.99 (U.S.). To learn more about the Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 please visit www.logitech.com or our blog for more information.
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Yamaha Offers Blu-ray, Netflix In BD-A1000 Universal All-In-One Deck
Here's the thing about most of today's media streamers: they don't have an optical drive. So even though they're capable of playing lots of content from the Internet, they can't play back your old DVD or new Blu-ray Disc collection. This isn't a problem if you already own a Blu-ray or DVD player and also don't mind have two boxes under your television, but what if you want an all-in-one solution?Yamaha has asked themselves the same question, and the answer seems to be the BD-A1000. Called a "universal Blu-ray player," this sleek deck offers 1080p HD playback via HDMI of your favorite discs, but also connects to Netflix, Blockbuster and YouTube Internet video streaming. There are even two USB ports for playing back media from local hard drives and thumb drives.
Being that it's a connected deck, it supports Blu-ray online features through BD-Live and BonusView, and it's engineered for maximum operating convenience with the Yamaha AVENTAGE line of AV receivers.The BD-A1000 offers full HD Audio decoding, 1080p/24Hz-compatible HDMI and 7.1 multi-channel analog output with four 2-channel DACs. It has Disc and USB multimedia format compatibility for AVCHD, WMV, JPEG (HD), MP3 and WMA. The BD-A1000 also provides full integration with home automation solutions and is also Control4 certified.
Additional features include an RC-232C integration control, on-screen display GUI, dual USB ports for video, music and photos playback, and detachable power cable. Of course, this all-in-one solution carries a large premium price tag, with Yamaha charging $699.95 for the deck. But then again, that's not too large if you try to buy two boxes that handle all of this, too.
YAMAHA AVENTAGE BD-A1000 HIGH PERFORMANCE, 3D-READY BLU-RAY DISC PLAYER ADDS A NEW DIMENSION TO HOME THEATER ENTERTAINMENT
 A Complement to Yamaha’s AVENTAGE Receivers, this Sophisticated Unit Offers First Class Video and Audio Playback for Hours of Music and Video Enjoyment
BUENA PARK, Calif.––Yamaha Electronics Corporation, the innovator in home theater and digital audio and video reproduction, today introduced the BD-A1000 Blu-ray Disc Player. Offering impressive HD video and audio qualities, the BD-A1000 features content playback from NetFlix, Blockbuster and YouTube Internet video streaming, along with dual USB (front/rear) inputs for a wide-array of audio and video sources.
The BD-A1000 represents Yamaha’s first universal Blu-ray player, and adds a new dimension to home entertainment with a multitude of internet-related, interactive features such as BD-Live and BonusView, which provide secondary video/audio for enhanced commentary and information, as well as features for existing and future entertainment options via USB memory.
Integrating Yamaha’s most advanced technology with stylish design, the BD-A1000 is engineered for maximum operating convenience with the Yamaha AVENTAGE line of AV receivers. By pressing the SCENE BD/DVD button on a current Yamaha AV receiver remote control, users can turn on the power to the receiver and the BD-A1000, and begin disc playback. The BD-A1000 offers full HD Audio decoding, 1080p/24Hz-compatible HDMI and 7.1 multi-channel analog output with four 2-channel DACs. It has Disc and USB multimedia format compatibility for AVCHD, WMV, JPEG (HD), MP3 and WMA. The BD-A1000 also provides full integration with home automation solutions and is also Control4 certified.
“Home theater enthusiasts are demanding versatile content compatibility, and Yamaha offers the most versatile entertainment options,†said Tom Sumner, President, Yamaha Electronics Corporation. “The new Yamaha AVENTAGE BD-A1000 highly enhances the visual and audio experience and is the ideal match for Yamaha’s AVENTAGE series of AV receivers.â€
Additional features include an RC-232C integration control, on-screen display GUI, dual USB ports for video, music and photos playback, and detachable power cable.
The Yamaha BD-A1000 carries an MSRP of $699.95.
For more information, write Yamaha Electronics Corporation, P.O. Box 6660, Buena Park, CA 90620; telephone (714) 522-9105; email infostation@yamaha.com; or visit www.yamaha.com/hometheater.
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In the works
Been on this site about 2 months, figured I might post my computer up, here are the specs:
case: Cooler Master Storm Scout
Motherboard: MSI 890FXA-GD70
CPU: AMD Phenom II 1090T
CPU Cooling: Corsair H50
Memory: 8Gb Kingston HyperX 1600Mhz
GPU: XFX Radeon HD5850 (currently RMA, using XFX Radeon HD5750, and Diamond Radeon HD4670)
PSU: Antec Earthwatts 500W
HDD: 1Tb Samsung Spinpoint F3, 1Tb WD Caviar Green
Optical: Lite-on cheapy
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RAID CARDS
I am interested in whether you have done any testing on these cards, i would like to know whether the add-on cards, or the intergrated ones on the motherboards, which is better?
Also would like to know which ones actually do what they say, and which one preforms better, than the other one. I have been looking at the Intel, and the Adaptec, and also the High Point.
Thanks for your time,
Cross
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Google Goes Scooby Doo-ish on Halloween
Google's latest Doodle is one for Halloween, and it celebrates All Hallows' Eve with the canine king of spooks: Scooby Doo. Scooby Doo, of course, is the talking Great Dane which began as a CBS cartoon in 1969. Since then it's been spun-off into numerous sequels, revivals, and even live-action (except for Scooby Doo) movies and TV movies.Google's Doodle on All Hallows' Eve (better known as Halloween) is actually a set of five Doodles you can scroll through. Scooby Doo and the Gang are obviously, as usual, hot on the trail of some mystery.
"Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!" made its CBS network debut on Saturday, September 13, 1969 with its first episode, "What a Night for a Knight." In those earlier episodes, the show followed the theme of cartons at that time: there was a montage of some sort which included a "sing-over" with some sort of pop song.
Another such example was the Hardy Boys cartoon series which ran from 1969 to 1971 on ABC. In that series, Frank and Joe Hardy were even members of a rock band. There have been two live-action (with a computer generated Scooby Doo) Scooby Doo movies, starring Freddy Prinze, Jr. as Fred, Sarah Michelle Gellar as Daphne, Matthew Lillard as Shaggy, and Linda Cardellini as Velma. Cartoon Network has also aired two live-action Scooby Doo TV movies as well.
At any rate, hopefully tonight you'll get candy, not Scooby Snacks, but congratulations Scooby Doo for making Google's home page. Enjoy the original Scooby Doo theme below.
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Asus G53JW w/SSH
The Asus G53 JW gaming notebook is shipping with a 750gb HDD as it's primary drive in the US market.
A few days ago the G53JW was announced for the South Korea market.What's different?
The storage on the 3 announced shipping models for Korea are Solid State Hybrid Drives.
The two i7 740QM CPU models(1920x1080@60hz and 3D model 1366x768@120hz) have 500gb x 2 7200rpm SSH drives.
The i5 460M model has a single 500gb 7200rpm SSH.
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Yamaha's YSP-5100 and YSP-4100 Sound Bars Offer Wireless iPod/iPhone Support
Yamaha has been creating sound bars for years now, and they've been growing increasingly popular in homes where size is a problem. Apartments and one-bedroom studios haven't been able enjoy true surround sound due to the inability to shove 5, 6 or more speakers into their cramped living space. Sound bars have enabled those living places to enjoy faux surround sound, and these two new ones add even more to the mix.The YSP-5100 and YSP-4100 are the company's two newest Digital Sound Projectors, with each one using just a single speaker but "dozens" of audio beam drivers. They're designed to sit underneath the front of flat-panel HDTVs, and they include four 1080p-compatible HDMI inputs, UniVolume (for keeping the sound of TV programs and commercials and different sources at the same volume level), and one final kicker: yAired. This is Yamaha's own wireless technology, which enables iPods and iPhones to send music to the sound bar without any wires involved.
Unfortunately, neither comes cheap. The 5100 is priced at $2199.95, and the 4100 is priced at 1899.95.
NEW DIGITAL SOUND PROJECTORS INTEGRATE HD AUDIO,yAIRED WIRELESS iPOD, iPHONE AND SUBWOOFER CONNECTIVITY—Next Generation of Company’s Market-LeadingSurround Sound Solution Most Versatile, Thinnest Ever—ÂBUENA PARK, Calif.—Yamaha, the innovator in home theater and digital audio and video reproduction, today unveiled the YSP-5100 and YSP-4100, its highly-anticipated next generation of Digital Sound Projectors. Employing Yamaha’s proprietary technology, both models deliver true surround sound from a single speaker by employing dozens of separate audio beam drivers that deliver center channel sound directly, while sounds from other channels are heard reflecting off the walls around the listener. These units, which are ideal for placement beneath the latest flat screen TV models, provide HD Audio decoding and four 1080p-compatible HDMI inputs along with proprietary technologies including UniVolume for keeping the sound of TV programs and commercials and different sources at the same volume level, and yAired for wireless iPod and iPhone audio playback.          ÂThe YSP-4100 features 40 beam drivers and two woofers, each with dedicated amplifiers. The YSP-5100 is identical, plus two tweeters with dedicated amplifiers. Both units bypass the need for a separate receiver or amplifier, or additional speakers, making them the ideal surround sound solutions for small spaces or second rooms in multi-zone systems. Both models, which are significantly thinner than previous Digital Sound Projector models (3 ½†depth), can be wall-mounted or placed on a shelf or rack.ÂThe YSP-4100 and YSP-5100 offer HD Audio decoding (Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS HD High Resolution) to deliver the best possible sound from Blu-ray disc players and all other digital sources. Users can also choose from six listening modes (5 BeamPlus2 for 7.1 ch HD Audio, Stereo + 3 BeamPlus2, 5 Beam, Stereo + 3 Beam, 3 Beam and Stereo) to best suit their living spaces and content playing. Eleven Cinema DSP Modes (3 “movie,†3 “music†and 5 additional “entertainment†modes) offer even more options to further maximize the audio for any entertainment experience. The YSP-5100 and YSP-4100 have 1080p-compatible HDMI (4 in/ 1 out) that enable the connection of multiple HDMI sources and the full enjoyment of 1080p monitors, Blu-ray disc players and HDTV set top boxes. They also feature analog to HDMI digital video upconversion that improve video composite and component signals to HD quality.ÂYamaha’s UniVolume feature maintains a consistent volume level between different channel, programs, commercials and input sources. For instance, when watching TV, the volume of commercials will not be louder than the program being viewed. The same is true when switching sources to watch a DVD or Blu-ray movie or to listen to music on CD. This is particularly helpful for late night watching and listening when spikes in volume can disturb others in the house or apartment building.ÂStand-alone entertainment systems in their own right, both models have an integrated FM tuner and are fully Sirius Satellite Radio ready, broadening the user’s listening choices. Yamaha’s yAired technology allows users to wirelessly play audio from iPods and iPhones via the YSP-5100 and YSP-4100. By connecting a small transmitter (supplied with both YSP models) to an iPod or iPhone, users can take out their ear buds and share their favorite music, video and games with friends. This solution adds remote control capability to iPhones and iPods so users maintain direct access to what they want to hear. The yAired connected iPods/iPhones and YSP-5100/YSP-4100s automatically synchronize for powering on and off.ÂIn addition to seamless wireless convenience, yAired technology offers key advantages over Bluetooth, including superior sound quality via uncompressed linear PCM audio transmission and no audio delay issues when watching video or playing games.Yamaha’s proprietary Compressed Music Enhancer technology compensates for the lost detail of audio that is compressed during the “ripping†process to iPods and MP3 players, recapturing the essence of the original recording.ÂThose opting to add low frequency punch to their systems with optional subwoofers are able to quickly connect them via a supplied accessory package (which includes a SWK-W10 wireless subwoofer kit and a YIT-W10 wireless transmitter). Through wireless integration, users have the freedom to place any model subwoofer anywhere in the room without unsightly wires getting in the way.ÂYamaha’s exclusive IntelliBeam Automated System Calibration immediately readies the system to deliver optimum multi-channel sound reproduction with accurate image location by optimizing the level and frequency response of each beam. This is achieved via a microphone that monitors and analyzes a room’s acoustics in less than three minutes.ÂÂBoth the YSP-5100 and YSP-4100 are Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) compatible. When either the YSP-5100 or YSP-4100 are connected to CEC-compatible TVs, they will power on and off together with the TV, and the TV remote can be used to control the Digital Sound Projector volume. With CEC active, signals will pass through the YSP-5100 and YSP-4100 even if they are powered off.ÂBoth models have RS-232C, IR pass through out and extended IR for custom installation functions and are sold with preset remote controls.          ÂThe YSP-5100 ($2,199.95 MSRP) and YSP-4100 ($1,899.95 MSRP) will be available in January. Optional slim, space-saving stands for the new Digital Sound Projectors include tabletop pedestal (YTS-T500; $349.95 MSRP) and floor stand (YTS-F500; $549.95 MSRP) models which will also be available in January.          ÂFor more information, write Yamaha Electronics Corporation, P.O. Box 6660, Buena Park, CA 90620; telephone (714) 522-9105; email infostation@yamaha.com; or visit www.yamaha.com/hometheater.
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