AOC has unveiled new HD “Envision” LCDs sizing from 19 to 32 inches. First model, the L19W861 is designed to be a monitor with 1440 x 900 resolution and will cost $299. Other two, the 26 inch L26W861 and 32 inch L32W861 sport a smaller 1366 x 768 resolution, with $499 and $599 prices respectively. All models sport HDMI, PC input with audio and ATSC/Clear QAM tuners.
If you enjoy listening to Internet radio stations and podcasts then you should check new Radiopaq Rp5 tabletop radio. This device features five-way speaker system, digital / analog processors, a headphone jack, remote control and a rather stylish design along with integrated WiFi module for connecting to the Internet and getting the news, weather and other information. Also Rp5 sports classic FM/DAB tuners and will be available in UK in September for $468 dollars.
Intel has new SSD card, Z-P230 PATA SSD designed to fit into most laptops and comes in 4GB and 8GB capacities with 16GB option to come later in September. The new SSD is based on a miniature card module that weighs just 8 grams, compared to 11 grams for the original Z-P230. As for the prices the 4GB version costs US$25 in 1,000 unit quantities, while the 8GB version is $45 also in the 1,000 units shipment.
Logitech has unveiled new mouse named V550 Nano Clip-and-Go Mouse featuring 2.4GHz USB nano receiver, 2x AA batteries that will be good for next 18 months and special “Clip-and-Go Dock” which affixes to your laptop. It measures 3.91 x 2.28 x 1.34-inch and features Logitech’s superb hyperfast scrolling. Expected to hit the shelves later this months with $60 bucks price.
Designer Chueh Lee from Samsung China has designed a first digital camera for the blind. It is named Touch Sight and displays a three-dimensional representation of the image on a built-in Braille screen and records three seconds of audio to assist users in locating and managing shots. Touch Sight is in concept status but it would be great if we see it in the market.
InFocus has added new projector in the lineup, the Play Big IN80 model. IN80 packs a 1080p DarkChip with BrilliantColor technology, 1300 lumens and designed much like previous IN83. It will hit the stores in September with estimated price about $2500 bucks.
Fujitsu Siemens has unveiled new eco displays the 20-inch P20W-5 ECO and the 22-inch P22W-5 ECO . Both of them are bearing the title of first displays on the world that automatically switch off completely in power-save mode. In that way they don’t use any power when not in use, while most of other LCD displays still use some energy in stand-by mode. Also new displays use the DisplayView AutoBright functionality, which automatically adjusts brightness “in harmony with ambient light” in order to net even greater power savings. ECO displays are available right now and can be yours for $625 dollars.
Philips has rolled out interesting cute Swarovski design of USB flash drives obviously targeting girls. There will be two available designs/dolls/robots Happy Laura and Naughty Raymond all featuring 2GB of storage and nothing much else. Now, would you be interested in such for just €150 a piece?
Sony has stated that they will start selling OLED XEL-1 TV displays in Europe from 2009. This is interesting news since the very same products are available in Japan from December 2007 and recently has entered the US market. The European customers can expect 11 inch screen with 1,000,000:1 contrast and starting price of just $2,500 bucks.
Guess you won’t be much surprised when you hear that Alienware has already released new Area-51 desktop featuring latest ATI’s Radeon HD 4870 X2 GPUs. New Area-51, Area-51 ALX, and Aurora desktops will sport dual HD 4870 X2 cards in a CrossFireX configuration along with 1,200 watts of power supply. Gamers will surely enjoy this rig with world’s fastest graphic in this moment. Unfortunately there is no info about price.
