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Archive for July, 2006

AMD will roll out FX-64 in Q4

, Jul 10th 2006 Discuss [0]

There is a buzz at HKEPC (in Chinese) about AMD releasing FX-64 (90nm) by 4Q at $999 a pop and it will be available to system integrators by August 8th 2006. Nothing really new about it other than higher clock speed bump to 3.0Ghz. AMD is still using 125W on FX-64 which indicate AMD will conserve their 95W for the Quad chip and lower clock speed CPU at run on 65W. AMD's fab capacity is still keeping them from moving their latest chips to 65nm which Intel will take advantage of by releasing their soon to be out core2 Duo line up. At this moment, many of the early benchmark on AMD's fastest CPU against Intel's Conroe does not favor AMD in anyway. I really do hope AMD could stay competitive against Intel, they have done a great job doing it for the past couple years, unfortunately i have not seen anything on AMD's roadmap that will be able to smoke the fastest Conroe yet.

Rimax LED Speakers: Overkill?

, Jul 10th 2006 Discuss [0]

LED-mania is everywhere; people are beginning to stick these simple little diodes into everything. We covered an LED-powered lamp/fake aquarium last week, and now it appears that Rimax feels that we need to watch LEDs light up in sync with our music. Enter the Music LED Speakers, which does just that. When plugged into an audio source, the blue LEDs on the outer rim of these speakers light up and dim to the beat. Read The Full Story

New Details on the Microsoft “mPod”

, Jul 10th 2006 Discuss [0]

Thanks to the Seattle Times, we have even more information on what could turn out to be Microsoft's iPod-killer (which we've dubbed the mPod for now). Codenamed Argo, the device is apparently being designed as part of a "complete line" of Xbox-related gear. By "complete line," we're assuming that means that there will be more to this lineup than just the Argo and the Xbox 360 (hint hint). Argo's team is being led by J Allard, the man who co-developed the Xbox, and includes members from the MSN Music team and Allard's XNA Framework team. Read The Full Story

Venzero Unveils LilOne PMP

, Jul 10th 2006 Discuss [0]

Portable media players are everywhere today, since these devices are one of the new must-have gadgets around. While some might consider the Venzero LilOne to be a bit of a wimp in the world of PMPs, the device is not without its place in the world. Sporting a 6 GB micro hard drive, the LilOne isn't shy of features, allowing users to play both video and audio (and pictures too, but who uses those anymore?) in its tiny 1.5-inch, 262,000-color screen. Read The Full Story

Matsushita Readies 103-inch Plasma TV for Sale

, Jul 10th 2006 Discuss [0]

Just in case you feel that your current TV is simply not large enough for your tastes, Matsushita is ready to begin selling their monster-sized 103-inch plasma TV, otherwise known as "that big-ass TV that requires a second mortgage on your home to buy." It features such state-of-the-art features as 1080p HDTV capabilities and a 3000:1 contrast ratio, and weighs in at an astounding 215 kg (or roughly 474 lbs.). Read The Full Story

Maltron Keyboard: Painful or No?

, Jul 10th 2006 Discuss [0]

If you thought that Microsoft's "natural" keyboard was an oddball device, you haven't seen anything yet. Say hello to the Maltron "L Type" USB keyboard. Designed with a more natural typing feel in mind, the keyboard is, according to Maltron, fully ergonomic and fits the natural contour of one's hand to make typing easier. The keys are all tilted and arranged so that your wrists never move, which cuts down on unnecessary movement (and therefore carpal tunnel). Read The Full Story

An iPod That Talks?

, Jul 10th 2006 Discuss [0]

In keeping with our ever-expanding coverage on the future of Apple's little music player, speculation has arisen (in the form of yet-another patent filing) that the next-generation Apple music machines will speak to you, announcing the song's title and artist in a variety of celebrity voices. While it's sort of creepy to consider having your iPod talk to you (is it really so difficult to just look at the song title, people?), this might be a great step forward in allowing iPods to be used by vision-impaired customers who can't read the text on the iPod's admittedly tiny screen. Read The Full Story

Gold and Diamond Gameboy

, Jul 9th 2006 Discuss [0]

Obviously you would have heard of the Red and Blue version of Pokemon, then the later Gold and Silver version of Pokemon. Right now theres already a 18K GOld and Diamond covered Original Game boy. Costs $25,000 if you are the true fans of a small LCD screen and definately something you are not gonna bring out of the display cabinet, this is what you need. [via SwissSupply]

HDMI to come with Xbox 360, maybe?

, Jul 9th 2006 Discuss [0]

There's a recent rumor about the new Xbox 360 to include the HDMI function. So if the 360 were to actually have a HD DVD drive, then the internal HDMI port would most likely serve its purpose. It's projected that HD DVD hardware prices to fall over the years, so it is possible to have two drives to be shipped in one box. Nothing is sure for now until a couple of years. [via Kotaku]

Averatec AV7170 moving towards dual core

, Jul 9th 2006 Discuss [0]

Averatec is finally jumping in the dual core mobile computing bandwagon, with their new AV170-EC1. The specs for this laptop are the usual AMD Turion 64 X2, with 100GB 7200 RPM drive, 2GB of RAM and a substandard WXGA+ (1440x900) 17 inch display, 5-in-1 card reader, ExpressCard. Gigabit Ethernet, and a 1-inch thick 7.2 pound shell. THe price is pretty good, at $1150, it should fit most budgets and its pretty value for money, even though it isn't the best offer in the market. [Via Laptoping]

Sony UX180P

, Jul 8th 2006 Discuss [0]

Sony would be releasing a possible UMPC-killer, the Sony UX180P. It sports a more powerful processor, higher-res screen, integrated keyboard and EDGE. However at a price of close to $1800, it is too much for the normal consumer. Considering the UX180P to be double the price of most UMPC, would the UX serve its function? The answer is not available for now and we would be able to see the outcome of the Sony UX180P in the future.

[via Engadget]

Low cost Linux portable digital audio workstation by Trinity

, Jul 8th 2006 Discuss [0]

Trinity Audio Group is attracting budget conscience music producers and podcasters around the world. It is based on the Compulab's CM-X270L, the Trinity, along with a variety of open source audio applications, such as on Linux, inclusive of Audacity and Escasound, helps them in developing their own graphical frron-end.  The specs seems to be usual, that includes a 6.5 inch TFT running at 640x480, 128MB RAM, 20GB hard drive, built-in WiFi, two Neutrik combo jacks, and a purported four hours of battery life. It will be ready to be shipped in October for $1000. [Via Linux Devices]
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