Sharp’s AQUOS DX To Include A Blu-ray ...
Posted by admin in Gadgets on 05 25th, 2009 | No Comments
By Andrew Liszewski At just 20 inches in size, you wouldn’t expect this new AQUOS DX LCD TV from Sharp to be brimming with features, and to be honest it’s not. It’s got a 1366×768 HD resolution with a 1500:1 contrast ratio and 450cd/m2 brightness, but what makes it unique is the...
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Sharp 20-inch AQUOS DX features Blu-ray ...
Posted by admin in Geek Zone on 05 22nd, 2009 | No Comments
Sharp showed off their latest HDTV offering today, which is a little bit different than the standard fare. This LCD HDTV features a Blu-ray burner built-in, adding a slew of new functions and expanding the company’s AQUOS range of products. Called the AQUOS DX, this 20-inch LCD HDTV also has a...
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LG 5.9mm-thick 42- and 47-inch LCD HDTV ...
Posted by admin in Geek Zone on 05 19th, 2009 | No Comments
LG Display have announced the world’s thinnest 42-inch and 47-inch LCD TV panels, measuring just 5.9mm thick (0.23-inches) and using edge-lit LED backlighting.  A proprietary light guide sheet (LGS) was used to spread the backlighting out across the rear surface of the LCD panel; this new technology...
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Autonomous DIY robot based on cheap MAKE...
Posted by admin in Geek Zone, Internet on 05 19th, 2009 | No Comments
It seems like DIY robots are gaining momentum, as more low-cost and straightforward controllers become available.  Latest is this wireless-equipped model , based on the MAKE Controller  and using a Logitech wireless ethernet bridge actually intended to get an Xbox console online. Into that mixture...
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Microsoft My Phone WM sync service in pu...
Posted by admin in Geek Zone on 05 19th, 2009 | No Comments
Microsoft’s My Phone backup service for Windows Mobile devices has shifted into public beta , meaning that anyone can now sign up and test out the system.  My Phone uses an on-device backup client to synchronize contacts, calendar entries, SMS messages and media with the cloud, as well as offering...
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Myka open-source media player takes on A...
Posted by admin in Apple, Geek Zone, Internet on 05 19th, 2009 | No Comments
Attempting to take on the Apple TV comes Myka , an open-source digital media receiver that trades movie studio approval for a standalone BitTorrent client and more A/V codec support than you could shake a metaphorical stick at.  Packing hard-drives up to 500GB in capacity, the compact box also supports...
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Nokia planning more OLED cellphones in 2...
Posted by admin in Geek Zone on 05 19th, 2009 | No Comments
Nokia are reportedly planning to introduce several handsets during 2009 that will use OLED displays, joining the company’s existing N85 and upcoming N86 .  According to market sources, the Finnish company are “optimistic about OLED applications” and are sourcing panels from TPO Displays...
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Sprint Palm Pre confirmed for June 6th a...
Posted by admin in Geek Zone, Internet on 05 19th, 2009 | No Comments
Sprint have announced that the Palm Pre will go on sale from June 6th, priced at $199.99 with a two-year service agreement and after a $100 mail-in rebate.  The Pre will be available from Sprint’s own stores, together with Best Buy, Radio Shack and selected Wal-Mart stores.   Along with the...
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