Aspire M7720 Desktop from Acer with Core i7 Processor on the way

Aspire M7720 Desktop from Acer with Core i7 processor will be launch starting early December in Taiwan. This is the first desktop from Acer that running Core i7 Intel processor, that's the good news for the gaming lovers or Acer's lovers.

Aspire M7720 from Acer's feature the Intel quad-core 2.66GHz Core i7 920 processor, plus 3GB of RAM which is indeed expandable to 12GB. Acer Aspire M7720 also bring the best graphics card, ATI Radeon HD 4850 with 1GB DDR3 memory, which means this desktop PC will be incredible for gaming and also boast a 750GB hard drive include.

How about the price ? Don't worry, I think it's not too expensive for you. The price of Acer Aspire M7720 will be around $1,200, but remember this will only be in Taiwan. Hopefully it will also leave Taiwan and go to other countries.

ASUS Eee Top touchscreen 20 and 22-inch PC coming early 2009

ASUS CEO Jerry Shen has revealed some more details of the company’s plans for the Eee Top all-in-one PC, which officially launched yesterday. Shen has previously suggested that the touchscreen desktop would be a ‘flagship product’ for 2009; now, he’s confirmed that 20- and 22-inch versions will launch in the first half of next year.

As we know, ASUS has announced the launch of a new Eee Top ET1602 in Hong Kong, Taiwan and the UK, with an initial volume of between 100,000 and 200,000 units. According to initial impressions during the official presentation, the new interface touch of this ASUS netbook is especially simple and very good response. ASUS Eee Top ET1602 carries audio / video and images features and supported by Windows XP for operational system.

Asus Eee Top ET1602 netbook is powered by Atom processor of 1.6GHz with 160GB hard disk, 1GB of RAM and WiFi b/g/n and covered by a 15.9-inch panel with 1366 x 768 resolution and the price equivalent to $ 600.

Sotec Hello Kitty C1 Limited Edition Netbook

Onkyo Japan today announced the Sotec C1 Hello Kitty C101K3W, a limited edition netbook designed for fans of the famous cartoon cat from Sanrio which has exclusive Hello Kitty wallpaper and casing artwork. Unlike other Hello Kitty PCs, this model has been modified not only design but also hardware wise.

The Sotec Hello Kitty Netbook C1 features an Atom N270 CPU (1.60 GHZ), 1GB of RAM, a 120GB HDD, a 10.1″ TFT display (resolution: 1,024×600), a web cam, a QWERTY keyboard (layout: Japanese/US) and three USB 2.0 ports. Windows XP (SP 3) and a Hello Kitty wallpaper are pre-installed.

The Sotec C101K3W Hello Kitty Netbook is priced at $890.95 in the US, normally the computer is available as a limited edion only in Japan. All of a sudden “wannabe-luxury” is looking more appealing.

Packard Bell EasyNote BG48 Limited Edition Release Now

Packard Bell has launched the 12-inch EasyNote BG48, the first of three new limited edition models of the notebook. Following the apparent success of similar limited editions in time for Christmas last year, the three new notebooks are the 12-inch EasyNote BG48, the 13-inch EasyNote RS66 and the 17-inch EasyNote ST86.

Standard features of the new notebook are a 12.1-inch Diamond View display, Intel integrated graphics, the latest Intel Centrino 2 processor technology, a 4-in-1 card reader, built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet and a 1.3-megapixel webcam and weight 1.6kg, it gets a glossy white and aluminium colour scheme with a chocolate edge trim, luminous touch buttons and a light-ring around the touch pad.

“Tech chic buyers are more prevalent than ever before. They continue to drive demand for fashionable high tech products with a touch of exclusivity. That’s exactly what the chocolate EasyNote BG48 delivers,” says Emmanuel Fromont, Sales & Marketing Vice President, Packard
Bell.

Software bundled with the little laptop includes Norton Internet Security, Carbonite to backup online, Adobe Photoshop Elements 6 full version, Nero 8 Essentials, Microsoft Works 9 and one or more of the following gaming titles, Disney/Pixar Wall. E, EA Need for Speed Prostreet.

The Packard Bell EasyNote BG48 notebook is available now with price starting from €599 ($748), no word on price or dates for the larger models.

BlackBerry Storm 9530 from Verizon Available Now

BlackBerry Storm 9530 smartphones from RIM and Verizon Wireless have released now, available to order from the Verizon website. Presumably in stores across America once they open this morning, the Storm 9530 is priced from $199.99 . While we truly think the recently launched Bold is one of the best smartphones on the market, the new Storm 9530 is a game changer for RIM and Crackberry addicts around the world round. Its clickable touchscreen lives up to the hype - it really does offer an honest to goodness tactile response while still offering all of the benefits of an iPhone-like capacitive touchscreen(INFO) display that requires light touches to get things done.

While I don't want to give away all of the goodies before we publish the full review, I thought it might be nice to tease you all a bit with a short video and some first impressions after using the device for a day.

Style wise, the phone has a look similar to that of the Bold, but without all of the hardware. It feels solidly built and is, in truth, a bit on the hefty side. The touchscreen works really well in general, but it seems that the 4.7 version of the BlackBerry OS is still not quite ready. We continue to experience a number of issues with the accelerometer and its auto-rotation function, but are willing to cut RIM a little slack since the Storm is new territory for them. The basic functions of the phone all seem to work fine, and we've been having a good time playing with, and fighting over, the Storm. With nearly 1GB of internal storage and an included 8GB microSD card in the box, there's plenty of room for photos and music alike. I have to admit liking the simplicity of the 3.5mm headphone jack too, so no adapters required. Here are the latest technical specifications of the Verizon Blackberry Storm 9530.

BlackBerry Storm 9530 Features :

• Network: EVDO Rev A : (1900/800 MHz),
• GSM/GPRS/EDGE : (850/900/1800/1900 MHz)
• UTMS/HSDPA/HSUPA : 2100MHZ
• Size : 112.52 x 62.2 x 13.95 mm
• Display : 3.25 inches HVGA+ with Multi-touch and Gesture Touch (480x360)
• Camera : 3.2 MP camera with vanity mirror
• Memory : 1GB flash for media, 192 MB Ram
• Browser : Full HTML browser
• Multimedia : 3.5mm jack, bluetooth stereo, Rhapsody OTA purchase and tethered subscription capable
• Battery : 1400mAh

Nokia N96 Bruce Lee Edition for Martial Arts Lovers : Review & Specifications

Nokia N96 Bruce Lee Edition is dedicated for all his fans around the world complete with its accessories (for boys and martial arts fans specially) with opening price at $1286. This Nokia N98 Bruce Lee exclusive edition only available in Hong Kong. This smartphone is no different than the standard N96. However, the N96 Bruce Lee Exclusive pack consist of a belt with a pair of Nunchakus with image and signature of the legend on the backhousing will make his fanatic fan fells so adore. And to find out on its details design take a look the promotional video of this N96.

Nokia N96 Bruce Lee Edition Features Specifications :

* Quad band GSM / GPRS / EDGE: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
* Dual band UMTS / HSDPA: UMTS 900 / 2100 N96-1 , UMTS 850 / 1900 N96-3
* HSDPA and Wi-Fi access
* DVB-H Mobile TV (network-dependent feature).
* A-GPS Navigation using Nokia Maps
* Access to Ovi
* Instant upload to Flickr, Vox, Yahoo! and Google.
* Full xHTML, HTML, RSS reader browser.
* Symbian OS v9.3 S60 3.2 Edition, user interface.
* 16 GB of internal flash memory.
* Max memory = [MicroSD 32GB (released 2009) ,16GB internal]= 48GB .[6]
* 2-way slide, as in Nokia N95.
* 5-megapixel camera, Carl Zeiss TESSAR optics.
* Sensor for Auto-rotate.
* VGA camera in front of the phone, for video calling and self-portrait use.
* Double LED flash for the camera.
* Pre-bundled with WaveSecure in India. variant[7]
* Plays music files, and lets you download easily via Nokia Web.
* Allows high-quality video calling using 3G
* A built-in accelerometer when tilted as on the Nokia N82.
* The new design :
o Landscape-oriented design
o Flip-out kickstand
o Media keys available in all modes
o Media keys on short side can transform into gaming keys
o Lock switch (enables quick lock / unlock of keypad)
* 128mb SDRAM (synchronous dynamic random access memory)
o Available memory for the user is 90mb after operating the system.
* Can play various type of Music files like
* Can play various type of Video files like

Packard Bell iPower X2.0 Gaming Desktop PC release in Christmas 2008

Packard Bell, one of the leading technology brands in Europe, has sent a strong signal to the gaming community with the launch of the ipower X2.0 desktop gaming system which have stunning combination of power, graphic performance, state-of-the-art cooling and ergonomics, designed to bring excitement at its highest level gamers.

Packard Bell iPower X2.0 PC created a magnificent black chassis with gloss finish. The system’s inner secrets, including its components and build quality – are visible through a translucent siding with red LED trim lights

The Asetek liquid cooling system enables the ipower X2.0 to deliver maximum power with maximum safety to avoid overheating because the chassis design, the components can operate at their best at the right temperature. Factory sealed, this new liquid-cooling system gives the ipower X2.0 a low noise footprint and more efficient heat dispersion. Three highly efficient and silent 120mm fans with intelligent power management generate optimal airflow. The disks are cooled using direct airflow, the graphic cards spaced apart and the cables run along the back of the chassis.

Packard Bell iPower X2.0 comes equipped with the latest GPUs, including the GeForce 9800GX2. It is powered by the latest Intel Core 2 Quad or Intel Core 2 Extreme processors. The ipower X2.0 is available with 500GB to 3TB of storage capacity, a 21-in-1 card reader, E-SATA port, Blu-ray 3 Disc drive, 7.1 HD audio system, hybrid TV tuner and a gaming keyboard and mouse. It include with the Packard Bell Premium Deluxe Pack of software, which includes many games: EA Need For Speed and EA Crysis, Activision Call of Duty 4, Splinter Cell, Graw2, Rayman Raving Rabbits. The Pack also features Adobe Photoshop Elements 6, Norton Internet Security 2008 and Microsoft Works 9, and online services, such as Carbonite online backup and Metaboli downloadable games

The ipower X2.0 will be available in Europe in Christmas 2008. Prices will range from €999 to €1799 and over.

ASUS ROG CG 6190 High Performing Gaming PC with Intel X58

ASUS has just announced Gaming PC- ROG CG6190. The ASUS ROG CG6190 is the world’s first highest performing consumer desktop platform that features the most advanced Intel Core i7 CPUs and X58 chipsets to allow gamers to experience even higher levels of speed and performance. In comparison to the previous generation Quad Core platform, the Core i7 delivers 52% faster processing speed in 3D gaming applications.

With both the Intel Core i7 and X58 Express Chipsets working hand-in-hand, ASUS ROG CG6190 is able to deliver an amazing turbo mode which will provide additional processing boosts during peak processing demands; extreme 20% factory overclocking for ultimate performance; triple channel DDR3 1333 memory up to 12GB, multiple discrete graphics flexibility that supports both NVIDIA 3-way SLI and ATI CrossFireX graphics; and bandwidth of up to 25.6GB per second.

ASUS ROG CG6190 also equipped with the most advanced features including: a built-in biometric fingerprint scanner for system security, a unique 2-kilowatts dual power system and customized liquid cooling modules for non-stop sustainability, and the Supreme X-Fi Audio Card that provides support for 3D nine virtual speakers. Fusing all of this together, the CG6190 is built to bring about the most engaging, most exclusive, and most exciting gaming experience to date - to satisfy any gamer demand!

At this moment no word on pricing and availibility this product, so we don't know how much money must be spent for this PC.

ASUS ROG CG6190 Specifications:

• Processor : Intel Corei7 Extreme Edition
• Chipset : Intel X58
• Hard Drive : SATAII up to 4 TB
• Memory : 6 x DIMM Slots Triple Channel DDR3 1333 up to 12 GB
• Graphics : Discrete VGA (supports NVIDIA 3-way SLI & ATI CrossFireX)

Nikon D700 Professional Digital SLR Camera

The Nikon D700 was announced on July 1, 2008. Nikon D700 is slotted in Nikon’s lineup between the Nikon D300 and Nikon D3, which is fitting given that it shares characteristics of each. The highly sensitive 12.1 megapixel CMOS sensor provides an (extendable) ISO range of 200 to 6400 and features a self-cleaning dust-reduction unit. Its EXPEED image processing engine enables the capture of images with superb detail and tonal gradation at up to 5 fps (8 fps with the optional MB-D10 battery pack and EN-EL4a battery). The advanced Scene Recognition System delivers superior exposures and is supported by Nikon's acclaimed 51-point AF system, which offers outstanding tracking accuracy even in low light. The selectable Picture Controls streamline in-camera image processing, saving time in post-production, and a high definition 3-inch LCD screen supports two Live View modes plus an HDMI video output. Protected by a tough, environmentally-sealed magnesium alloy body, the D700 is a perfectly-balanced DSLR that can handle the unexpected, wherever your photography takes you.
Nikon D700 Specifications :

Style Digital SLR
Effective pixels 12.1 megapixels
Image sensor CMOS sensor, 36.0 x 23.9 mm; total pixels: 12.87 million; Nikon FX format
Image size (pixels) FX format (36 x 24): 4,256 x 2,832 [L], 3,184 x 2,120 [M], 2,128 x 1,416 [S] DX format (24 x 16): 2,784 x 1,848 [L], 2,080 x 1,384 [M], 1,392 x 920 [S]
Sensitivity ISO 200 to 6400 in steps of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV; can be set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, or 1 (ISO 100 equivalent) EV below ISO 200, or to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1 (ISO 12800 equivalent), or 2 (ISO 25600 equivalent) EV over ISO 6400
Storage media CompactFlash (Type I, compliant with UDMA)
Monitor 3-in., approx. 920,000-dot (VGA), 170-degree wide-viewing-angle, 100% frame coverage, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with brightness adjustment
Exposure metering 3D Color Matrix Metering II, Center-Weighted and Spot Metering
Exposure modes Programmed Auto (P) with flexible program, Shutter-Priority Auto (S), Aperture-Priority Auto (A), Manual (M)
Viewfinder Pentaprism
LCD Screen 3 inches
Flash Range 12m
Metering 3D Matrix metering II, Center weighted, Spot
ManualControls Shutter-Priority, Aperture Priority, Manual
Image Stabilisation No
Lens Converters No
Self Timer 2, 5, 10 or 20 seconds
Interface Hi-Speed USB
Video Out (TV Playback) Yes
Computer Connection Yes
Power sources Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery
Dimensions Approx. 147 x 123 x 77 mm (5.8 x 4.8 x 3.0 in.)
Weight Approx. 995 g (2.19 lb.) without battery, memory card, LCD monitor cover

DELL Studio 15 and Studio 17 : New artwork laptop with red stylish design

Dell Studio

Are you happy when you see the beautiful displays of goods? Notebooks nowadays it must be seen beautiful, and that can make people see that impressed. To invite admiration, Dell will expand the range of its notebook Dell Studio with three special edition. Casing color red. There are three options works of three artists in different chassis that can be selected. Joseph is the first artist Amedokpo. Two other artists are Siobhan Gunning and Bruce Mau.

Custom design will be available in the series Dell Studio 15 with the price of each US $ 649, and Dell Studio 17 with the price of each U.S. $ 799. From that money, a $20 contribution from Dell will be made to The Global Fund which will help fund AIDS programs in Africa.

Dell claims that the art is "permanently infused" on the casing and totally durable, so, just like when deciding on a tattoo, be sure you're really committed before the purchase. And if you're too cool for these designs, well, maybe your slightly hip, gaudy great aunt will be interested. Regardless, they're available now online.


About the Designs and the Artists

• New World : African artist Joseph Amedokpo resides in the town of Vogan, Togo (West Africa) with his wife and five children. He supports his family through painting, using locally produced oils he blends by hand, on canvases made from recycled flour sacks. While painting, Amedokpo chats with frequent visitors and listens to a short wave radio, gaining a global perspective on peoples failures and weakness, as well at their core strength and hope, which is reflected in his art.
• Shine Within : Award-winning artist Siobhan Gunning was born in Mombasa, East Africa and has had the opportunity to visit many of the unique locations in Africa, like the Great Rift Valley, the Serengeti Plains, the Ngoro Ngoro Crater, and even traveling up the Nile to its source. During these travels she has been privileged to observe wildlife in their native habitat and visit with tribes like the Masai and Samburu. Currently residing in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, Gunning combines her passion for Africa with her life experiences and her love of art, design and photography, creating digital collages that often result in "happy accidents" that bring her joy.
• Healing Patterns : Bruce Mau is the creative director of his self-named design firm, plus founder of the Center for Massive Change. His prolific body of works cuts across many sectors and disciplines including creating books, exhibitions, retail environments, building graphics, park designs, corporate identities to name a few. Mau was inspired by the science behind the fight against AIDS. His artwork represents the chemical bonding of the anti-retroviral (ARV) drugs that help save lives, combining the patterns with inspirational thoughts about the fight against AIDS.

Prime Note Cressida NC : Netbook or Notebook ?

The Japanese Manufacture which located in Tokyo, namely Dospara store in the Akihabara have recently added a new notebook to their big catalog. It is named Prime Note Cressida NC, some people claimed that's a netbook but I prefer call it as "Notebook".

The Prime Note Cressida NC has an Intel Core 2 Duo T5500 with 1.66 GHz on board. The display is a 12.1 inch WXGA resolution, 2 GB of memory RAM, Intel 945GM Express working on the graphic, 256 GB hard drive, DVD multi drive, WiFi, memory card reader, 3 times USB 2.0, IEEE 1394, and Windows XP Home Edition as the default Operative System.

The notebook is 1.85 kg and has difficulty following Dimensions 297 × 213x36, 5 mm. I think with the price of €630 which is close to $800, is very reasonable price.

AT&T QUICKFIRE : 1.3MP Camera, 3GHSPDA, 35MB Memory

There's a good news for you who waiting the AT&T Quickfire, because it gets shipping from the end of October. The AT &T Quickfire appears in sliding phone which equipped with touchscreen display include full QWERTY keyboard. With built in 1.3MP camera, bluetooth connection and 35MB internal memory include microSD card slot. It provide GPS sensor from AT&T Navigator service. The 1.3 megapixel camera does a decent enough job for casual images, although we're wondering why couldn't they throw in at least a 2 megapixel shooter which is the bare minimum these days? The Quickfire phone also supports AT&T's Cellular Video (CV) service, which include streaming news, music, videos, and XM Radio service.

AT&T Quickfire also offering portrait and landscape vieweng mode without open the slide, support 3G HSDPA network as well as AT&T Napster Mobile and eMusic Mobile services download. The AT&T Quickfire available in three optional colors, Orange, Silver and Green.

2009 Aston Martin DBS - James Bond's car in Quantum of Solace

The new 2009 Aston Martin DBS defines what performance luxury should mean for an automobile. The styling is sleek, aggressive and elegant, while the engine that powers it growls beneath. The DBS packs a 510 hp, 6.0 liter V-12 engine, pushing 0-60 in 4.3 and a top speed of 191mph. While the engine is hand built in Germany, the rest of the DBS is hand assembled in the UK. Since 1963, when the Aston Martin DB5 shared the screen with James Bond himself, Aston Martin has continued its mark of rich, refined cool to the modern day.

2009 Aston Martin DBS Specifications :

List Price $262,000
Curb Weight 3737 lb.
Wheelbase 107.9 in.
Length 185.9 in.
Width 75.0 in.
Height 50.4 in.

DRIVETRAIN
Engine 6.0-liter dohc V-12
Horsepower 510 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque 420 lb.-ft. @ 5750 rpm
Transmission 6-speed manual

CHASSIS
Layout F/R
Brake system f/r v. disc/v. disc, ABS
Wheels forged aluminum
Tires Pirelli P Zero
Front 245/35ZR20
Rear 295/30ZR20
Steering electronic power steering
Suspension, f/r Double wishbone/Double wishbone

ESTIMATED PERFORMANCE
0-60-mph 4.3 seconds
1/4-mile 12.0 seconds

NEC Powermate P4000 and Powermate P6000

NEC PowerMate P4000

The PowerMate P4000 is an entry level machine suited for those with limited desk space. With a 16 inch display (smaller than most laptop desktop replacements), it can easily be carried between rooms since it has only a single power cable, or even wall-mounted. An interesting feature is the Power Off USB ports which allow the desktop to juice up your USB peripherals even when the machine is turned off.
The NEC PowerMate P4000 ($1,270) will be available in Asia from next week throgh authorized NEC distributors.

NEC PowerMate P4000 Specifications :

• AMD Athlon 64 X2 processor QL-60 (1.9GHz 1M Cache)
• 16" WXGA (1366 x 768) with Smart Super Shine View EX
• 1GB DDR2 800MHz
• 250GB 5400 RPM HDD
• Integrated NVIDIA GeForce 9100M G Video
• Support up to 383MB Shared Video Memory
• Integrated 13-in-1 Digital Media Reader
• Slot in DVD-Super Multi DL +/-R (Double Layer)
• Gigabit LAN (10/100/1000 Mbits/sec)
• Integrated b/g/n Wireless LAN Adapter
• RF Wireless Keyboard with MCE Remote
• Wireless Optical Mouse
• Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium Edition

NEC PowerMate P6000

The PowerMate P6000 has a larger 19-inch display based on a Core 2 Duo platform and discrete graphics performance. The additional screen estate and performance make the price a small compromise.
The NEC PowerMate P6000 ($1,675) will be available in Asia from next week throgh authorized NEC distributors.

NEC PowerMate P6000 Specifications :

• Intel Core 2 Duo Processor E7200 (2.53GHz 3M Cache)
• 19" WXGA+ (1440 x 900) with Smart Super Shine View EX
• 2GB DDR2 800MHz
• 500GB 7200 RPM HDD
• Integrated NVIDIA GeForce 9300 Video Graphic
• Supports up to 895MB Shared Video Memory
• Integrated Digital Media Reader
• Slot-in DVD Super Multi DL +/-R (Double Layer)
• Gigabit LAN (10/100/1000 Mbits/sec)
• Integrated b/g/n Wireless LAN Adapter
• RF Wireless Keyboard with MCE Remote

NVIDIA Quadro FX 5800 - Most Powerful Graphic Card Ever

Nvidia graphics producers to make a surprise return. Some time ago they released a graphics card FX 5600 series which is now valued U.S. $ 2000 - and could reach U.S. $ 7,000 if application is made specifically for the broadcast (broadcast). Now they again announced a professional graphics card, which claimed as the most sophisticated in the history of graphic. The price? It is estimated U.S. $ 3,500!

What bands played formidable sets? Quadro FX 5800 has a 240 processor is the first graphics card equipped with 4GB of RAM GDDR3. Memory bandwidth, it becomes extraordinary, 102GB/detik.

According to the nVidia card has a new fill rate of above 52 billion Texel per second and offers performance geometry 300 million triangle per second. Meanwhile, consumption of 189 watts charged.

Then who disasar nvidia with the new bid? Of course, big companies are very dependent on high-performance graphics, which use applications that are keeping the memory bandwidth.

However, if the bid is considered less at the top, NVIDIA have another, namely, the 1U Quadro Plex 2200 Visual Computing System S4. Aimed at the company minyal and gas exploration, medical imaging and application styling and design, this system includes four GPU Quadro FX 5800 and also four other core features: 16GB memory and 960 processors. Nvidia claim, the system is available in December with the future price of U.S. $ 14,995 is able to process 1.2 gigabytes per second triangle.

NOKIA N96 : 16GB Memory, 5 MP Camera, HSDPA Phone - Review & Specifications

Nokia N96, a multimedia computer truly optimized for video and TV. The new Nokia N96 is the successor to the feature packed N95. Users will not be disappointed with the numerous features packed into this compact phone. This mobile phone from Nokia functions as a dual slider. If you slide the display down the user will reveal multimedia buttons like play and stop.

With a large 2.8” screen, 16 gigabytes of internal memory and support for high-quality videos in a wide range of formats, the dual-slide Nokia N96 represents an exciting new chapter in mobile media. The Nokia N96 multimedia computer is expected to begin shipping in the third quarter of 2008 with an estimated sales price of approximately 550 Euros before subsidies or taxes.

The storage capacity of the Nokia N96 can even be further expanded with an optional microSD card, such as the new Nokia 8GB microSDHC Card MU-43 which increases the available memory of the Nokia N96 to a total of 24 GB. For added convenience, the Nokia N96 features a ‘kickstand’ on the back cover that allows for hands-free viewing.

Accessing internet videos is quick and simple. The Nokia N96 supports common video formats including MPEG-4, Windows Media Video and Flash Video, making favourite videos easy to view. Transferring and accessing videos is even faster with the high-speed USB 2.0 connection and WLAN and HSDPA support. In select markets, the integrated DVB-H receiver offers live broadcast TV with an automatically updating program guide. The massive memory can store up to 40 hours of video content.

For a superb music experience, the Nokia N96 features media keys, a 3.5 mm headphone connector and built-in 3D stereo speakers. The Nokia Maps application offers richer maps with urban details and satellite views and has upgrade options such as City Guides, turn-by-turn pedestrian mode and voice-guided car navigation.

The Nokia N96 boasts a 5 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics, flash and video light. It allows DVD-like quality video capture at 30 frames per second. Further, with the integrated A-GPS, consumers can now ‘geotag’ their pictures with location data and share them with their online communities.

The Nokia Video Center offers one place to discover and access a variety of mobile content ranging from movie trailers and comedy to news from world-leading content brands such as YouTube, Reuters, and Sony Pictures. The catalogue of internet video feeds is continually expanded with more regional and country specific content.

Nokia N96 Technical Specification :

Network / Connectivity / Data
Networks GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 1900
Bluetooth V2.0 with A2DP
Infrared Yes
Wi-Fi(WLAN) Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, UPnP technology
3G HSDPA, 3.6 Mbps
GPRS Yes
EDGE Yes
USB Yes, V 2.0

Display
Type TFT Display, 16M colors
Size 2.8 inches
Resolution 240 x 320 pixels

Physical Design
Dimensions (W x D x H) 103 x 55 x 18 mm
Weight 125 g
Colours Black

Memory
Inbuilt memory 16 GB
RAM 128 MB
ROM 256 MB
Expansion slot microSD

Performance
Operating System Symbian OS
Max. Talk Time 3 hrs 40 min
Max. Stand By Time 220 hrs

Camera
Inbuilt Camera Yes
Camera Resolution 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Video recording, Digital zoom, Auto focus, Flash
Secondary Video call camera Yes

Entertainment
Voice Recorder Yes
Web Browser Yes
Picture Editor Yes
MMS Yes
Stereo FM radio with RDS Yes
Media Player Yes

Others
Battery Standard battery, Li-Ion
Built in GPS receiver Yes
Extra Multimedia features DVB-H, TV-out, A-GPS, 3.5 mm audio output jack
Other features Calculator, Calendar, Reminders, Organizer, Office document viewer

Sony Ericsson XPERIA X1 : HSDPA Phone, Windows Mobile, QWERTY,

The Sony Ericsson Xperia X1 is a smartphone build by High Tech Computer (HTC) Corporation, and is the first in the manufacturer's Xperia series. The X1 was first presented at the 2008 Mobile World Congress.

The XPERIA X1 is dominated by a large 3 inch touchscreen, Sony Ericsson say that is has "wide VGA resolution" which is a little confusing, as it is actually a 480 x 800 pixel panel. 800 pixels is an ideal resolution for web surfing, pitching the XPERIA X1 directly against the Nokia E90.. but the XPERIA has the advantage of a touch sensitive display.

There's a slide-out QWERTY keyboard on the X1, but unlike many rival devices, this is an ergonomic "Arc slider". What this means is that the XPERIA curves when it opens, giving a better typing position than a "flat" slider. On the back is a 3.2 megapixel camera with autofocus and flash. Sony Ericsson do state that the XPERIA is capable of video calling too, although it is difficult to see where the secondary camera is hidden. The X1 can also capture VGA resolution video at up to 30 frames per second.

More Specifications :

Display
* 3" touchscreen with a resolution of 800x480 pixels (WVGA)
* 65 thousand color TFT display

Device colors
The phone will be available in 2 colors :
* Solid Black
* Steel Silver

Physical Attributes
Dimensions: 110.0 x 53.0 x 16.7 millimeters; 4.33 x 2.09 x 0.66 inches
Weight with battery: 158.0 grams; 5.57 ounces

Battery
Lithium-Polymer, 1500 mAh.
Talk time:
GSM: 10h
WCDMA: 6h
WCDMA video call: 3h
Stand by:
GSM: 20.8 days
WCDMA: 26.7 days

Connectivity
The Xperia X1 supports an ‘always on’n 3G broadband Internet connection with high-speed data transfer.
This enables audio and video streaming, Web surfing, multimedia messaging and email.
Connectivity options include:
* 3G broadband
* HSDPA with download transfer rate up to 7.2Mbit/s
* HSUPA with upload transfer rate up to 2.0Mbit/s
* WiFi
* Bluetooth, with a range of 10 meters
* GPRS modem for dial-up Internet
* Synchronization and content sharing with PCs
* USB mass storage
* USB cable support

Networks
* Quad-band GSM / GPRS / EDGE: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
* Tri-band UMTS / HSDPA / HSUPA: UMTS 850 / 1900 / 2100 X1a, UMTS 900 / 1900 / 2100 X1i/X1c

Asus Eee PC S101 , HP Mini 1000, Lenovo Ideapad S10 or Dell Inspiron Mini 9 : Which is the best choice ?

Asus launches new Eee PC S101, an ultra-thin 10.2 inch netbook, 0.75 inches thin and weighs 2.3 pounds. It features the Intel Atom N270 processor, 1GB of RAM, and hybrid storage that consists of a 16GB solid state drive and 30GB HDD. The mate display has a resolution of 1024 x 600 pixels and uses LED backlight.

Asustek’s mini-laptop also includes a web camera, 802.11n wireless module, Bluetooth, multi-card reader, and multi-touch trackpad. The netbook comes in “copper brown” and “graphite” versions and provides 5.4 hours of battery life, according to the PC maker.

The Asus S101 has upscale brushed-metal design outshines other Netbooks, almost as slim as the MacBook Air but more expensive than similar Netbook configurations; hard-to-use and also have tiny keyboard.

Which is your choice ?

• Asus Eee PC S101

Windows XP Home Edition SP3; 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270; 2048MB DDR2 SDRAM 533MHz; 128MB Mobile Intel 945 GSE; 32GB Solid State Drive

• HP Mini 1000

Windows XP Home Edition SP3; 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270; 1024MB DDR2 SDRAM 533MHz; 128MB Mobile Intel 945GM; 60GB Toshiba 4200rpm

• Dell Inspiron Mini 9

Windows XP Home Edition SP3; 1.6GHz Intel Atom; 1024MB DDR2 SDRAM 533MHz; 64MB Mobile Intel 945 Express; STEC 16GB SSD

• MSI Wind U100-002LA

Windows XP Home Edition SP3; 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270; 1024MB DDR2 SDRAM 400MHz; 128MB Mobile Intel 945 Express; 80GB Western Digital 5400rpm

• Lenovo Ideapad S10

Windows XP Home Edition SP3; 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270; 1024MB DDR2 SDRAM 533MHz; 64MB Mobile Intel 945 Express; 160GB Western Digital 5400rpm

• Acer Aspire One

Linpus Linux Lite v1.0.2.E; 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270; 512MB DDR2 SDRAM 533MHz; Mobile Intel 945GME Express; 8GB Solid State Drive

Olympus launches new E-30 DSLR Camera

Olympus, a famous camera manufacturer, is again in news for introducing its new Prosumer DSLR, Olympus E-30 Camera. This latest innovation in the digital camera world has all that is required to stand up against the competition.

Olympus E-30 Digital SLR Camera comes with a number of AF Points and a better viewfinder. The new E-30 comes fitted with a small albeit rotating screen. This camera features a redone f2.8 – 3.5 Zuiko 14 - 54 lens with less noise production.

Olympus E-30 islarger than E-520, both is width and height but is less tall than the E-3, thanks to its new viewfinder while isn't as big as the E-3 but has the same extremely fast AF system, it still sounds better than most of the others. The other obvious exterior feature is the camera’s tilt and swivel LCD. It’s a 2.7 inch, 230,000 dot unit, meaning it can show the same level of detail as the E-3, though not in the same league as the latest offerings from several other manufacturers that are beginning to feature 920,000 dots on screens of similar sizes. Like its mid range peers, a battery grip (HLD-4) is available. It also offers a distinctly professional 1/8000th sec fastest shutter speed and 1/250th sec maximum flash sync speed. The E-30 sounds like it might be a really nice camera. It also incorporates a flip-and-twist LCD, which makes Live View a lot more useful and which none of its big competitors offer. It has a built-in electronic level, like the Nikon D3.

Olympus E-30 DSLR Specifications :

• Sensor : 12.3MP Live MOS
• Color depth : 12-bit
• ISO range : 100 – 3200 (100-1600 in auto)
• Focal-length multiplier : 2x
• Continuous shooting speed : 5 fps , 98% coverage
• Viewfinder : 1.02x magnification, fixed focusing screen
• AF : 11 zones (all cross-type)
• Live View : Yes
• LCD size : 2.7 inches, tilt and swivel
• Approximately price : $1,299

New LEICA S2 System : 37 megapixels DSLR Professional Camera

Leica has announced a brand-new digital photographic system. The first camera in the new S-system, the 37-megapixel Leica S2, is aimed at the top-end professional photographer shooting advertising, fashion and other commercial work. Its sensor is 56% larger than those used in 35mm full-frame DSLRs.

Designed from scratch in consultation with professional photographers, the Leica S2 does not use a conventional medium format or 35mm platform. The S2’ bespoke Kodak CCD sensor has enabled the Leica designers to produce the smallest camera in its class, sitting between the Canon EOS 5D and 1Ds Mk III DSLRs in size. The Leica image processor developed with Fujitsu specifically for the Leica S2, allow the camera´s lenses, firmware and sensor to function at their optimum, producing market leading processing time and the highest level of picture quality with minimal energy output. Nine new lenses will be developed for the new Leica S-system.

There’s little doubt that Leica will produce a high quality camera and equally high quality lenses to go with it. Whether it will succeed in establishing a presence in the medium format digital market we may have to wait at least a year to see.

LEICA S2 Specifications :

• Large 30x45mm sensor containing 37 million pixels
• Small body similar to that of a professional 35mm DSLR
• Weatherproof seals
• 3" high-quality LCD screen
• Dual shutter system – focal plane or leaf
• Records files in open DNG format
• Range of nine new lenses, including a 120mm macro, tilt-and-shift 30mm, 70mm f/2.5 standard lens and 24 mm ultrawide angle