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Valentine Day PSP Theme

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:08:00 +0000

Happy Valentine day my friends, hope your relationship with your boy/girlfriend more romantic this day, to celebrate this love moment, i made a special valentine PSP Theme, try install it in your PSP !

Download Valentine's day PSP Theme

This PSP Theme compatible with XMB 4.0, 4.01 firmware or higher version

Sexy Nami and Nico Robin PSP Theme

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:08:00 +0000

I Just Got a Sexy Wallpaper of Nami and Nico Robin with swimsuit, so i decided to convert it into ptf file, and off course added custom icons which i created from One Piece characters, then this is it, a cool PSP Theme of One Piece with 2 sexy girls Nami and Nico as background, i bet you'll not miss this theme :D

Download Sexy Nami and Nico Robin PSP Theme

This PSP Theme compatible with XMB 4.0, 4.01 firmware or higher version

Cullen Family PSP Theme

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:08:00 +0000

I knew there's so much fans of Twilight and of course Cullen Family out there, Edward, Jasper, Alice, Rosalie, Emmet, they are so cool huh?? here you go download this theme at the link below

Download Cullen Family PSP Theme

This PSP Theme compatible with XMB 4.0, 4.01 firmware or higher version

Rumble Roses XX PSP Theme

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:06:00 +0000

Have you play this game? Rumble Roses XX is a female fighting game that was developed by YUKE's Future Media Creators and Konami for the Xbox 360 its a sequel to the PlayStation 2 game, Rumble Roses. All the fighters are sexy and hot girls and i like it hahah, Now i made a ptf theme of this game, you can have it by link below

Download Rumble Roses XX PSP Theme

This PSP Theme compatible with XMB 4.0, 4.01 firmware or higher version

Little Big Planet PSP Theme

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:06:00 +0000

Here's my latest custom PSP Theme, its Little Big Planet or LBP, LBP is a game with great gameplay for Playstation3, this game will release for Playstation Portable too in the second half of 2009, of course will feature new levels and content. we controls a small character called Sackboy which can run and jump and manipulate objects by hanging onto them or by dragging or pushing them. Something that makes this game so interesting is we may customise their character in a range of ways then giving them pre-made items including clothes, masks, swords and capes, even The game also features items based on other PlayStation 3 franchises such as a Killzone 2 mask, and character models based on Kratos, ryu, chunli, sephiroth, nariko from heavenly sword and etc

for you who play this game in PS3, i think you knew that this game along with graphics, physics, audio, and gameplay's very wonderful, so for PSP user you must consider this game too once it released in this console, but before that you can download my LBP PSP Theme, try it and i hope you like it

Download Little Big Planet PSP Theme

Samsung Mondi Mobile WiMAX Device

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:32:00 +0000

Samsung's past Mobile Wimax devices never made it to the U.S., but this new Samsung Mondi device is ready to make its debut with Clear mobile WiMAX service from Clearwire. The Mondi has a full QWERTY keyboard for text input, an optical mouse and a sliding 4.3-inch touch screen, making this is a nice compact device for the road. It runs on Windows Mobile 6.1 featuring Microsoft Outlook and Windows Mobile Office, and it also includes GPS Navigation, and Opera 9.5 web browser.

The Samsung Mondi Mobile supports mobile Wimax and WiFi connectivity, so customers can look forward to downloading and watching movies, listening to music or playing games anytime, anywhere.

Features:

Windows Mobile 6.1

Microsoft Outlook and Windows Mobile Office

WiMAX Mobile Internet Access

WiFi Access (BTv2.1+EDR)

GPS: Route 66 Navigation with Preloaded Maps

4GB of Internal Memory

Direct Push/Mobile Email (POP3, IMAP, SMTP)

Supports Instant Messaging and MMS

3.0 Megapixel Camera and Camcorder

Bluetooth ® 2.0

Opera 9.5 Web Browser

HDMI TV Out

Supports Multiple Video and Audio Player Formats

Sony Drops PlayStation 2 Price to $99.99

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:31:00 +0000

Ever since Sony released PlayStation 3, some people may not be aware that the PlayStation 2 console is still around doing its thing, having sold about 136 million units worldwide. Now Sony is hoping to move more PlayStation 2 systems by giving it the new affordable price of $99.99 (down from $129.99) starting April 1st., with around 1,900 video game titles available for the console this year. That makes for lots of fun gaming entertainment for those on a budget, and Sony will continue to support PlayStation 2 well into the future.

SCEA will continue to support PlayStation 2 system with new titles that appeal to families and casual gamers looking for social entertainment experiences. First-party games such as MLB(R) 09 THE Show(TM) and MotorStorm(R): Arctic Edge as well as major franchise titles from SCEA's publishing partners demonstrate the continued growth of the platform's library of content. In addition, more than 250 best-selling PlayStation 2 titles have achieved "Greatest Hits" status, providing consumers with plenty of games to choose from at value pricing.

Skype for iPhone and iPod Touch is Now Available at the Apple App Store - Demo Video

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:30:00 +0000

The day has come! Skype for iPhone and iPod Touch 2g has been released and you can download it from the Apple App Store now. Second generation iPod touch users will need a compatible headset and microphone to take advantage of Skype calling and instant messaging.

As Skype uses Voip for Internet phone calling, a strong Wi-Fi connection is recommended. Skype-to-Skype calls using an iPhone or iPod touch are free, but Skype calls to landlines or mobile phones depend on Skype’s normal low rates. The Skype for iPhone demo video below lays it all out.

Skype for iPhone and iPod Touch capabilities include:

Free Skype-to-Skype calls from any Wi-Fi zone to other Skype users worldwide
Call landline or mobile phones at Skype’s great low rates from any Wi-Fi zone
Send/receive instant messages to/from individuals or groups via 3G, Wi-Fi, GPRS or EDGE (whichever is available)
Receive calls to a personal online number on Skype
See when Skype contacts are online/available to IM or talk

Motorola Evoke QA4 Phone with 2.8" Full Touch-screen

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:30:00 +0000

Motorola has introduced the new Motorola Evoke QA4 phone, a slider-style device with a 2.8" 240 x 400 resolution full touch-screen and virtual QWERTY keyboard for messaging. Looking a bit like an answer to the iPhone and Palm Pre smartphones, the Evoke QA4 has a customizable home screen that features integrated widgets and quick access to RSS feeds, weather, sports scores, stock reports, news headlines, digital media, and the phone's HTML browser. The device supports CDMA and EVDO Rev A connectivity.

Motorola's aim is to keep customers "constantly connected" during phone calls, messaging, Web feeds, or social networking. In fact quick-start widgets on the phone inmclude MySpace and YouTube, and you'll probably see Facebook and Twitter widgets at some point as well. The phone is also equipped with an accelerometer, making for some landscape texting and web browsing. There's a 2 megapixel camera, A-GPS, and Bluetooth on board, but it looks like Motorola skipped Wi-fi on this one.

The Motorola Evoke QA4 will be available in Q2 2009 through Cricket Wireless.

Dell Inspiron Slim and Mini-tower Desktop PCs Come in Eight Colors

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:28:00 +0000

We know from Dell's colorful Mini laptops that the company is focused on adding new stylish designs to its product line, and that trend continues with the new Dell Inspiron Slim and Mini-tower desktop PCs which are available eight colors - Piano Black, Pure White, True Blue, Formula Red, Tangerine Orange, Spring Green, Plum Purple and Promise Pink.

Dell is targeting students and teens with the new desktop line, but anyone wanting to bring a bit of color to their computing might like these. As these photos show, they are compact systems but the slim version will save you the most space.

Inspiron slim and mini-tower desktops are on sale now in China starting at $299, and the systems will be available worldwide later this spring.

Inspiron Slim and Mini-tower Desktop PC details from Dell:

· Ideal for common tasks including email, Internet, blogging, entertainment (movies, music and casual gaming) and productivity.

· Features available on the new Inspiron desktops include:

Intel® Celeron®, Intel Core™ 2 Duo and Intel Core 2 Quad options or AMD Sempron™, Athlon™ X2 and Phenom™ X4 processor options

Integrated Intel or ATI Radeon™ graphics* on select systems with discrete graphics options available

Up to 8GB* memory on select systems

Up to 750GB* storage (slim tower) or up to 1TB* storage (mini-tower)

Optional 19-in-1 media card reader and optional HDMI connectivity

6 USB ports (2 front, 4 back)

Dual optical options (mini-tower only) including Blu-ray Disc™ drive

Small form factor with its versatile horizontal or vertical placement is designed to easily fit into your home media center (slim tower only)

Asus Eee PC 1002H Netbook PC

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:28:00 +0000

AsusTek is rolling out another Eee netbook PC, and why not, they are selling like hotcakes. This is the Asus Eee PC 1002H model, featuring a 10" LED backlight WSVGA screen with 1024x600 resolution.

Highlights:

Windows XP Home

Atom N280 CPU - 1.66GHz

160GB HDD

1GB of DDR2 memory

WLAN: 802.11b/g/n

1.3M Pixel Webcam

Card Reader: MMC/ SD(SDHC)/ MS/ MS-PRO

3 x USB 2.0, 1 x LAN RJ-45

5 hour battery

The Asus Eee PC 1002H 1002H will be available in Pearl White, Pink, and Black colors. Release dates or pricing have not been announced yet. Visit AsusTek Computer for more details.

Tesla Model S Sedan Electric Car Available in 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:27:00 +0000

After initial leaks, Tesla Motors has unveiled, and is now taking orders for the all electric Tesla Model S Sedan. Scheduled to be released in 2011, the base price of the Model S will be $49,900 after a federal tax credit of $7,500, and it will come with three battery pack choices with a range of 160, 230 or 300 miles per charge. Unlike the smaller Tesla Motors Roadster Sport $100,000 all electric car, the family-friendly Tesla Model S Sedan can carry seven people.

Digital technology found in the car includes a 17-inch touchscreen with in-car 3G connectivity, which allows you to listen to Pandora Radio, check Google Maps, and check the state of charge remotely from an iPhone or laptop. Well done Tesla Motors!

Full Press release:

HAWTHORNE, Calif.--Tesla Motors is now taking orders for the Model S, an all electric family sedan that carries seven people and travels 300 miles per charge.

The Model S, which carries its charger onboard, can be recharged from any 120V, 240V or 480V outlet, with the latter taking only 45 minutes. By recharging their car while they stop for a meal, drivers can go from LA to New York in approximately the same time as a gasoline car. Moreover, the floor-mounted battery pack is designed to be changed out in less time than it takes to fill a gas tank, allowing for the possibility of battery-pack swap stations.

The floor-mounted powertrain also results in unparalleled cargo room and versatility, as the volume under the front hood becomes a second trunk. Combining that with a four-bar linkage hatchback rear trunk and flat folding rear seats, the Model S can accommodate a 50-inch television, mountain bike *and* surfboard simultaneously. This packaging efficiency gives the Model S more trunk space than any other sedan on the market and more than most SUVs.

“Model S doesn’t compromise on performance, efficiency or utility -- it’s truly the only car you need,” said Tesla CEO, Chairman and Product Architect Elon Musk. “Tesla is relentlessly driving down the cost of electric vehicle technology, and this is just the first of many mainstream cars we’re developing.”

Tesla expects to start Model S production in late 2011. The company believes it is close to receiving $350 million in federal loans to build the Model S assembly plant in California from the Dept of Energy’s Advanced Technology Vehicle Manufacturing Program.

Building on Proven Technology

Tesla is the only production automaker already selling highway-capable EVs in North America or Europe. With 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds, the Roadster outperforms almost all sports cars in its class yet is six times as energy efficient as gas guzzlers and delivers 244 miles per charge. Tesla has delivered nearly 300 Roadsters, and nearly 1,000 more customers are on the wait list.

Teslas do not require routine oil changes, and they have far fewer moving (and breakable) parts than internal combustion engine vehicles. They qualify for federal and state tax credits, rebates, sales tax exemptions, free parking, commuter-lane passes and other perks. Model S costs roughly $5 to drive 230 miles – a bargain even if gasoline were $1 per gallon.

The anticipated base price of the Model S is $49,900 after a federal tax credit of $7,500. The company has not released options pricing. Three battery pack choices will offer a range of 160, 230 or 300 miles per charge.

“Model S costs half as much as a Roadster, and it’s a better value than much cheaper cars,” Musk said. “The ownership cost of Model S, if you were to lease and then account for the much lower cost of electricity vs. gasoline at a likely future cost of $4 per gallon, is similar to a gasoline car with a sticker price of about $35,000. I’m positive this car will be the preferred choice of savvy consumers.”

The standard Model S does 0-60 mph in under six seconds and will have an electronically limited top speed of 130 mph, with sport versions expected to achieve 0-60 mph acceleration well below five seconds. A single-speed gearbox delivers effortless acceleration and responsive handling. A 17-inch touchscreen with in-car 3G connectivity allows passengers to listen to Pandora Radio or consult Google Maps, or check their state of charge remotely from their iPhone or laptop.

Tesla is taking reservations online and at showrooms in California. Tesla will open a store in Chicago this spring and plans to open stores in London, New York, Miami, Seattle, Washington DC and Munich later this year.

About Tesla Motors

San Carlos, Calif.-based Tesla Motors Inc. designs and manufactures electric vehicles with exceptional design, performance and efficiency, while conforming to all North American and European safety, environmental and durability standards. The Roadster, which has a 0-to-60 mph acceleration of 3.9 seconds and a base price of $101,500 after a federal tax credit, is the only highway-capable production EV for sale in North America and Europe. Tesla expects to begin producing the Model S sedan in late 2011.

The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena for PS3, X360, and Windows PC

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:25:00 +0000

Atari is ready to drop The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena videogame for Xbox 360 ($59.99), PlayStation 3 ($59.99) and Windows PC ($49.99) on April 7 in North America and April 24 worldwide. Vin Diesel, and his deeeeeep voice stars, and you can now get a sneak peek at the gaming experience with playable demos for Xbox 360 and Playstation 3. If you just can't wait, check-out "The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena" preview video trailers and screen shots below.

Developed by the acclaimed team at Starbreeze Studios in conjunction with Tigon Studios and Universal Pictures, The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena features a brand new 11 hour chapter in the Riddick saga with six intense online multiplayer game modes including the unique and thrilling Pitch Black mode. In addition to the full Assault on Dark Athena campaign, the disc includes a stunning HD remastering of celebrated title The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay.

In The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena the player takes the role of Riddick, as played by Vin Diesel, using stealth and action to overcome the merciless crew of the predatory Merc-ship Dark Athena which awaits its prey in the dark reaches of space. Cheating death through a series of spectacular battles and events, Riddick will fight for his life amid a storm of malevolence and horror. The Chronicles of Riddick series of games takes the player deeper into the universe of Universal Pictures' films The Chronicles of Riddick and cult classic Pitch Black, which first introduced Vin Diesel as enigmatic anti-hero Riddick.

Starbreeze Studios has created an exciting and original multiplayer component in The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena. The game features six multiplayer modes, including the original and inventive Pitch Black mode and intense Butcher Bay Riot. Unlike traditional MP modes, Pitch Black features a nerve-wracking stealth hunt through the darkness. A six player mode on all maps, five players take the role of Mercenaries trying to hunt down and kill Riddick across levels swathed in darkness, with only weapon-mounted flashlights to see by. Butcher Bay Riot presents a fast paced three team mode, in which 12 players split into teams of Guards, Prisoners and Mercenaries fight over a power cell.

Twitter Tips and Tricks - How-to Twitter Guide from Switched

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:25:00 +0000

That Twitter how-to video that we posted a while back was very informative, but now that Twitter has gone mainstream there are a bunch of new Twitter tips and tricks showing up. Switched has put together an excellent Twitter 101 guide that covers just about everything you'll need to start tweeting, and if you already tweet, I bet you'll learn something new. The site compiled a list of questions and answers on how to get started, the basics of what to do once you're signed-up, and some advanced Twitter tips.

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Sony Ericsson and Maria Sharapova Announce New T707 Phone

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:23:00 +0000

Sony Ericsson and tennis pro Maria Sharapova have introduced the new stylish Sony Ericsson T707 phone, an elegantly designed device available in Mysterious Black, Spring Rose, and Lucid Blue colors.

The most distinguishing feature on the T707 is that it lights up when you receive a call. You can also select a different light setting for friends, so you'll know which call to take or to ignore. That's not the only trick it can do:

If you are too busy to answer, simply end the call with a wave of your hand over the screen – you can also do the same gesture to snooze the alarm – your very own magic wand!

Sony Ericsson T707 phone highlights:

• Unique pulsating notification and light effects
• Day and Night changing theme
• Gesture control for muting calls and alarm
• Capture moments with 3.2 MP camera

T707 details from Sony Ericsson:

Perfect pixels for every pose

Coordinate the T707 to any outfit, as it comes in a rainbow range of three clam shells to suit every mood. Whatever you wear will be perfectly captured by the 3.2 megapixel camera, making sure that you stand out on screen as much as you do in real life. The photos can then be uploaded to your personal social networking site using the HTML web browser, so you and your friends can keep up to date wherever you are.

Customise your phone like your clothes

With the T707 you will never be left behind in the style stakes, as the 2.2 inch screen is waiting to be customised to your individual taste. The changing wallpaper themes will ensure that you are never caught wearing clashing colours! The theme also changes from day into evening, which is perfect if, like Maria, you need to match with everything from tennis whites to a little black dress.

Packed with extras, as one option is never enough…

This is one accessory you will never leave home without as the T707 packs in more extras than even your handbag. The FM radio and Bluetooth™ audio streaming will entertain you when you are out and about, and you can download music, games and ringtones at the touch of a button with PlayNow™ to ensure that boredom is something which happens to other people!

“The T707 is the next step in the style evolution from Sony Ericsson,” said Linda Schori, Global Marketing Business Manager for Style Category, Sony Ericsson. “Maria Sharapova is the perfect partner for us as she exemplifies not only elegance but also substance, just like the T707. It works hard and is also sleek, glamorous and desirable – a truly winning combination!”

Maria knows that all eyes will be on her this season and thanks to her new T707; she can rest assured that whatever she does, she will look stylish, glamorous and be in control of her life with just the wave of a hand.

The Sony Ericsson T707 specs:

Camera

3.2 megapixel camera
Up to 3.2x digital zoom
Photo fix
Picture blogging
Video blogging
Video recording
Video light

Music

Media player
Mega Bass™
Album art
PlayNow™
TrackID™
Bluetooth™ stereo (A2DP)
Music tones (MP3/AAC)

Web

Access NetFront™ Web browser
Web shortcut search key
Web feeds
Photo feeds

Communication

Polyphonic ringtones
Speakerphone
Vibrating alert
Video calling (main camera)

Messaging

Email
Exchange ActiveSync®
Text messaging (SMS)
Chat View
Picture messaging (MMS)
Predictive text input
Sound recorder

Design

Light effects
Pulsating light notification
Gesture control
Day and Night changing theme
Picture wallpaper
Wallpaper animation

Entertainment

Media
YouTube™
3D games
Motion gaming
Java
FM radio with RDS
Video streaming
Video viewing

Connectivity

Bluetooth™ technology
Modem
Synchronization
USB mass storage
USB support

Organizer

Alarm clock
Calculator
Calendar
Flight mode
Notes
Phone book
Stopwatch
Tasks
Timer

Location-based services

Geo tagging of photos
Google Maps™

Accessories

In-box:

The T707
Battery
Charger
Stereo Portable handsfree
User documentation

Facts and Figures

Size: 93 x 50 x 14.1 mm
Weight: 95 grams

Colours:

Mysterious Black
Spring Rose
Lucid Blue

Main screen

Type: 262,144 colour TFT, scratch-resistant
Resolution: 240 x 320 pixels
Size: 2.2 inches

External screen

Type: Monochromatic OLED, scratch-resistant
Resolution: 128 x 36 pixels
Size: 1.1”

Phone memory: Up to 100MB

Memory card support:
Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™)

Talk time GSM/GPRS: Up to 10 hrs
Standby time GSM/GPRS: Up to 400 hrs

Talk time UMTS: Up to 4 hrs
Standby time UMTS: Up to 400 hrs

Video call time: Up to 2 hrs

Availability and versions

Networks
T707

GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900
UMTS/HSDPA 2100

T707a

GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900
UMTS/HSDPA 850/1900/2100

OnLive Game Service Demo Video

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:22:00 +0000

Crunchgear got a hands-on demo of the impressive OnLive Games Service which was announced during the GDC show yesterday. The "cloud gaming" service gets tested in the video below, and at least for now it's so far, so good. We will have to see if there are any major problems with latency and bandwidth issues as the game streaming service gets rolled out later this year.

3G webConnect USB Laptop Stick launched by T-Mobile

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:20:00 +0000

T-Mobile USA is now selling its 3G webConnectUSB Laptop Stick, which lets customers connect to the Internet via 802.11 b/g/ Wi-Fi or T-Mobile’s 3G HSDPA wireless broadband service. It's priced at $49.99 after a 2-year contract or $99.99 with a 1-year contract, but you can pick one up without a contract for $249.99.

Manufactured by Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd., this USB stick also has up to 8 GB of installable memory for storing documents, music and movies. 10,000 T-Mobile HotSpot locations across the U.S. are available for customers.

Olympus E-450 DSLR Camera

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:20:00 +0000

Following up on the popular E-420, Olympus recently announced its new E-450 entry-level digital single lens reflex camera, a small, portable DSLR camera with powerful features for photographers of any skill level. The Olympus E-450 DSLR package ($699.99) will include the E-450 Body, ED 14-42mm f3.5/5.6 Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens, ED 40-150mm f4.0/5.6 Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens, USB Cable, Video Cable, Li-Ion Battery Pack (BLS-1), Li-Ion Battery Charger (BCS-1), Shoulder Strap, OLYMPUS Master 2 Software CD-ROM, Manuals and Warranty Card. The Olympus E-450 hits retail in July 2009, but if you can't wait, Olympus will launch the E-450 DSLR on QVC Saturday, May 9.

The E-450 features the following "Art Filters"

Pop Art: Enhances colors, making them more saturated and vivid, creating high-impact pictures that express the joyful, lighthearted feeling of the Pop Art style of the 1960s;

Soft Focus: Creates an ethereal, otherworldly atmosphere that renders subjects in a heavenly light without obscuring details; and

Pin Hole: Reduces the peripheral brightness of an image as though it were shot through a pin hole, connecting the viewer intimately with the subject at the center of the picture.

The Olympus E-450 digital SLR – main features:

Usability

Extremely easy operation – use it straight out of the box

Functionality

Three Art Filters
Improved Live View with contrast AF, Face Detection, Shadow Adjustment Technology & phase difference detection AF system
Perfect Shot Preview to enable comparison of the results of various settings adjustments before actual shooting
TruePic III+ image processor

Portability

One of the world’s smallest and lightest D-SLRs providing the ultimate in portability

E-450 Key features:

10 Megapixel Live MOS sensor
High-contrast 6.9cm/2.7” HyperCrystal II LCD with 176° viewing angle
The original Supersonic Wave Filter for dust protection
28 shooting modes (5 Exposure Modes, 5 Creative Modes, 18 Scene Select Modes)
Built-in flash (GN12, ISO 100) with commander function for wireless off-camera flash synchronisation
Wireless flash control in up to 3 groups (separate press release available for Olympus FL-50R and FL-36R flash units)
3.5fps with up to eight images in RAW buffer
One-touch white balance
AE/AF-lock functionality
ISO 100 to 1600 for wide-ranging sensitivity
Depth of field preview function
49-segment digital ESP
Bracketing function (Exposure)
Detailed info screen with histogram
Based on Four Thirds Standard
Dual memory slot for CompactFlash and xD-Picture Card

The Olympus E-450 is available in the following configurations:

Olympus E-450 body only
Olympus E-450 Lens Kit
(E-450 body with ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 lens)
Olympus E-450 Double Zoom Kit
(E-450 body with ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 and ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40-150mm 1:4.0-5.6 lenses)

Nintendo DSi Hand-held Video Game System Released in the United States

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:18:00 +0000

The new Nintendo DSi portable video game system system is available now for of $169.99 in sky-blue and black colors, and as Nintendo America's President/COO Reggie Fils-Aime points out in the video below, the device offers a few new tricks including Nintendo DSi Camera, Nintendo DSi Sound and Nintendo DSi Shop features.

The device has two cameras, one on the external body, and one that points at the user when the device is flipped open, and it features 10 different interactive “lenses” that can manipulate your photos. The Nintendo DSi Sound application is both a voice recorder and music player, and users can tweak music while they listen to it with various audio filters and pitch controls. There's also a mic located between the two screens when the device is flipped open, and a stereo headphone output, and SD card slot.

In the world of software, Nintendo DSi will be the platform for the most relevant and fun on-the-go games and applications. The Nintendo DSiWare application will populate Nintendo DSi with software that can be downloaded using Nintendo DSi Points directly to the portable system, just as WiiWare has with Nintendo’s Wii console. Developers big and small are invited to create software that makes use of the properties and functions of the hardware. Nintendo DSiWare games and applications will be available at a range of values, starting at 200 points.

In addition to downloadable games, Nintendo DSi is able to play games made specifically for the system and sold at retail. The system can also play most Nintendo DS™ games, and will have access to a library of more than 850 titles originally made for that system.

Also on April 5, a new Nintendo DS game, Rhythm Heaven, will join this roster of games available for both Nintendo DSi and Nintendo DS owners in the United States. Having sold more than 1.6 million copies since its July 2008 launch in Japan and still increasing sales today, this infectious game challenges players to tap and slide the stylus on the touch screen in time to original music created by legendary Japanese pop-star producer TSUNKU♂. Simple gestures with the stylus combined with fun music and quirky visuals make Rhythm Heaven a completely unique musical experience for players of all ages.

Samsung Instinct s30 Mobile Phone from Sprint

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:18:00 +0000

Sprint and Samsung Mobile have announced the upcoming availability of the new Samsung Instinct s30 phone which will succeed the popular Samsung Instinct touch-screen phone from Sprint. The Instinct s30 sports a thinner design than the original and it comes in Cobalt Metal or Touch of Copper colors. Like the first Samsung Instinct, this phone's full touch screen features haptic feedback and a virtual QWERTY keypad.

The device runs on Sprint's 3G network, and it has a new "Speech to Action" button which provides voice activation functions for calling, texting, and picture messaging. Also on board is Sprint Navigation powered by Telenav, with GPS-enabled audio and visual turn-by-turn driving directions, one-click traffic rerouting and over 10 million local listings.

The Instinct s30 includes Opera Mini 4.2 as its default web browser, and the device ships with a few games pre-loaded, including “Guitar Hero – World Tour” and “Are You Smarter Than a 5^th Grader” for entertainment on-the-go. The phone uses Microsoft Outlook and Sprint Mobile Email Work to access to corporate email, contacts and calendar from Microsoft Exchange Server 2000, 2003 or 2007 accounts, or IBM Lotus Domino accounts at no additional charge.

Additional features:

Visual Voicemail, allowing users to listen to messages in their order of preference and manage them with a simple tap of the screen
Sprint TV, with an extensive selection of channels and on-demand programming
Sprint Music Store,allowing users to browse and wirelessly download full-length songs directly to their phone for just 99 cents each
Advanced stereo Bluetooth 2.0
SMS voice and text messaging with threaded text
True HTML Web experience from both the enhanced embedded browser and the addition of Opera Mini 4.2 with a desktop-like browsing experience
2.0 megapixel camera with camcorder

Available from April 19 through Sprint retail stores and online, the Samsung Instinct s30 phone costs $129.99 with a two-year agreement, $70 instant savings and $100 mail-in rebate.

Pre-registration is now available at www.sprint.com/SamsungInstinctS30.

Samsung Flat-Panel LED HDTV Series 8000, 7000 and 6000

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:17:00 +0000

Official pricing and retail availability for Samsung's Flat-Panel LED HDTV Series 8000, 7000 and 6000 have been announced, and they are not for those on a budget. The latest technology will always cost you more, and these new ultra-thin LED TVs use edge-mounted LEDs as their primary light source, resulting in superior contrast ratios and color detail. Samsung Electronics promises that these models will also offer substantial decreases in energy consumption.

Samsung 8000 Series – (May) 46-inch class: $3,299.99 / 55-inch class: $3,999.99

Samsung 7000 Series – (April) 40-inch class: $2,499.99 / (March) 46-inch class: $2,999.99 / 55-inch class: $3,799.99

Samsung 6000 Series – (June) 32-inch class: $1,599.99 / (March) 40-inch class: $2,299.99 / 46-inch class: $2,799.99 / 55-inch class: $3,599.99

Press Release

Energy Efficiency and Ultra-Slim Designs

RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J. - March 31, 2009 - Samsung Electronics America, Inc., a market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics, today revealed prices and market availability for its new species of Flat-Panel TVs, LED HDTV Series 8000, 7000 and 6000. The new portfolio of LED HDTVs use edge-mounted LEDs as their primary light source rather than traditional Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamps (CCFL). By using LEDs, the entire line is highlighted by superior contrast ratios and color detail, ultra-thin and wall-friendly depths and substantial decreases in energy consumption.

The Samsung 8000, 7000 and 6000 Series also incorporate a wide selection of state-of-the-art picture quality enhancements and networking features for an optimal home entertainment experience, whether viewing TV shows, movies, playing video games or accessing an expansive range of multimedia from portable devices, PCs and the Internet.

“The era of LED televisions for the mainstream consumer has finally arrived, and the new Samsung LED HDTV line has raised the industry bar for viewing quality, energy-efficiency and stylish, modern design,” said Jonas Tanenbaum, vice president of LCD HDTV Marketing at Samsung Electronics America. “Samsung’s vision to create eco-friendly products that can evolve with the needs and desires of our consumers is reflected in our new line, and is matched only by our commitment to bring value and quality into the home.”

Eye-Opening Picture Quality

All three of Samsung’s LED HDTV Series achieve dynamic contrast ratios that surpass those of traditional LCD HDTVs using a CCFL, for deep, inky blacks and crisp whites. The use of LEDs and Samsung’s Wide Color Enhancer Pro feature work together to also produce a more vivid, yet natural range of colors with a variety of content. The Ultra Clear Panel allows more light to pass through the screen while reducing reflections from ambient light, resulting in a bright and detailed picture in most any room. Samsung’s “Natural” mode optimizes picture settings to ensure the brightness advantage of LCD displays and the cinema-like richness of plasma displays with any content.

To battle motion blur and image judder that can plague LCD displays when displaying fast movement onscreen, the LED HDTVs utilize Samsung’s acclaimed Auto Motion Plus frame interpolation technology and fast refresh rates. The 8000 Series features a quick 240Hz refresh rate - four times that of other TVs - to nearly eliminate the ill effects of displaying quick, action-packed motion. Both the 7000 and 6000 Series feature an also-swift 120Hz refresh rate for viewing clarity with sports, movies and video games. New for 2009 is the option for advanced users to customize Auto Motion Plus^TM by adjusting for judder and motion blur independently.

A New Standard In Entertainment and Networking

Samsung’s LED HDTVs reinvent the television, transforming it into a true, out-of-the-box hub for multimedia enjoyment in the home. With Samsung’s Medi@2.0 (TM) suite, available on the 8000 and 7000 Series, consumers can enjoy a wide array of entertainment options without leaving the couch. The Internet@TV - Content Service, developed in association with Yahoo!, provides onscreen access to web-based content from a host of Yahoo! properties (Flickr, News, Weather, and Finance), and well-known names like USA Today and others. The widgets-based interface and scrollbar are activated with the push of a button, and run along the bottom of the screen for easy browsing of the latest programs and content. Even after purchase, consumers will be able to enjoy a growing library of widgets, as the widget development kit will be open to content providers willing to create new offerings. The Medi@2.0 (TM) suite also includes wired and wireless DLNA compatibility, allowing consumers to enjoy photos, music and videos from a networked PC right on the television. A collection of photos, artwork, games, recipes and more comes pre-loaded on the television as well, while two USB 2.0 connections make it easy to access music, photos and movies from a variety of portable devices and drives.

The 6000 Series includes access to Samsung’s InfoLink^TM RSS Service, for a quick and easy way to have the latest news, sports, weather and stock information onscreen with just a touch of the remote. Two USB 2.0 connections are also included for instant sharing of favorite multimedia with family and friends without having to huddle around a PC and monitor.

Easy On The Eyes…And The Wall

With LED edge-lighting, Samsung’s LED HDTVs not only create a top-quality viewing experience, but also effortlessly add to a room’s décor without overpowering it. The models in all three series are just over an inch thick with tuner, yet include the comprehensive connectivity and features that consumers expect from the latest HDTVs.

Samsung’s innovative ultra-slim wall-mount solution complements Samsung’s latest ultra-thin televisions by reducing the gap between the TV and the wall to a mere 0.6 inches, as opposed to the larger gaps of bulkier solutions. In addition, the wall-mount (sold separately) and ultra-thin LED HDTV combine, to make the installation and adjustment experience similar to hanging a picture frame.

The LED HDTV line also features the latest versions of Samsung’s Touch of Color ^TM (ToC^TM) design, which uses dual-injection molding to coat a translucent, colored surface to achieve an attractive crystalline appearance. For 2009, the ToC^TM bezel begins as a deep piano black fading into distinct chrome, and finishes as a clear prism (8000 Series) or light ruby highlights (7000 and 6000 Series) along the outer edges. The color intensity within the bezel subtly changes with the viewing angle, and further accentuates the thinness of the television.

Staying In The Green

Samsung LED HDTVs all meet the more stringent Energy Star® v3.0 guidelines by cutting power consumption to significant new lows. Compared to 2008 Samsung LCD HDTVs of similar size, the 2009 Samsung LED HDTVs consume 40 percent less energy, helping consumers to save on electrical bills and reduce their carbon footprint. An optimized energy savings mode adjusts the backlight and picture quality while continuing to produce smoother, more natural images. LEDs are also a mercury-free light source, which provide yet another degree of environmental friendliness and safety versus other backlight technologies.

HTC Snap QWERTY Smartphone features “Inner Circle” e-mail Prioritizer

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:16:00 +0000

HTC brought its newest smartphone, HTC Snap, to CTIA 2009 and it features a new tool for those who are over-loaded by e-mail. It's called "Inner Circle," and HTC says it will automatically prioritize e-mail for users at the press of a button. OK, that sounds nice, but lets get back to the device. The HTC Snap is the company's thinnest smartphone at less than a half-inch thick, and it has 2.4-inch TFT-LCD, a full QWERTY keyboard with extra-large domed keys and tactile feedback, and a Trackball for navigation.

Ready for high-speed 3G HSPA connectivity, the slim HTC Snap can deliver up to eight and a half hours of talk time with its 1500mAh battery. The device is powered by Qualcomm's MSM 7225, 528 MHz processor and with Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Standard, users can use Office Mobile apps and synchronize e-mail, calendar and contacts with a Microsoft Exchange server. The smart phone also has a 2 MP camera, an internal GPS antenna, Bluetooth, 2.0, Wi-fi 802.11 b/g, and a microSD memory card slot.

Look for the HTC Snap to be available worldwide in the second half of 2009. An unlocked version supporting HSDPA at 850/1900MHz for the U.S. market will be called the HTC S522, and it will be available this summer.

New Sony HDR-TG5V Handycam Camcorder

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:15:00 +0000

Sony announced a new lightweight portable HD video camera with a titanium body and Carl Zeiss Vaio-Tessar 10X optical zoom lens, that captures1920x1080 high-definition video and four-megapixel digital photos. This Sony HDR-TG5V Handycam Camcorder includes 16GB of flash memory, embedded GPS, and a new intuitive user interface for its 2.7-inch touch-panel LCD.

A built-in GPS antenna and NAVTEQ digital maps allows you to geo-tag your videos and photos which can also be viewed on a PC using the included Picture Motion Browser software. 16GB of embedded memory on the HDR-TG5V camcorder can hold more than six hours of high-definition video in LP mode, and video/photos can be captured onto a Memory Stick PRO Duo card as well. The camcorder also includes Smile Shutter technology, Face Detection technology, and a BIONZ Image Processor for quality images.

Shipping in May for about $1,000, the Sony HDR-TG5V Handycam Camcorder also features a travel kit (Sony ACC-TCH5) with a battery, travel charger and pouch that will be available for about $100, and a wide angle conversion lens (Sony VCL-HGE07TB) for about $100.

Palm Pre Smartphone Promo Videos and New Apps Demo Video

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:15:00 +0000

Palm is showing off more of its Palm Pre smartphone WebOS features in the "meet Pre" promo videos below. The new promotional commercial video, called "This Weekend," shows WebOS apps like Fandango movie tickets, and we also have hands on Palm Pre music apps with Pandora and Amazon MP3 Demos.

Palm Pre Promo Video 1

Palm Pre Promo Video 2

New Palm Pre Demo video

Palm Pre Music, Pandora and Amazon MP3 Demos

iPhone Camera Becomes More Effective With Magnetic Mount iPhone Lenses

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:47:00 +0000

Today iPhone is shining around the world with its spectacular features. Here is another addon for this phone; an Add-on camera lens has been unveiled for the iPhone to make them more effective along with its standard 2 Megapixel camera. Moreover, this lens can work with other camera-equipped devices as well. You can have the varieties of add-on lenses ranging from wide-angle lenses, 2X telephoto lenses, or even fish-eye lenses.

Features :
- Portable and detachable, you can take photo with your device at any time
- High Clarity: Made of high-class glass
- Strong: Made of top-grade Aluminuim
- Applicable to any devices
- Mangetic
- Magnetic thru a ring with self-adhesive tape
Specifications:
- Magnification: Wide 0.67X + Super Macro
- Lens Construction: 2 elements in 2 groups
- Dimensions: 20mm (diameter) x 11.2mm (length)
- Weight: 4.2g
Applications :
- Video (VoIP) conferencing