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CES 2007 footage… for those of us who weren’t there

Chris Davies — Sat, 20 Jan 2007 17:22:56 +0000

Because of my tendency to put items that don’t belong to me into my rucksack and curse loudly at people with beards, I wasn’t allowed to accompany the SlashGear team to CES this year. While at first I revelled in bitterness, I’ve now got over my seething anger and am enjoying the huge quantity of video footage from the exhibition. SlashGear’s own camcorder was present, but if you’ve been through our footage and are still hungry then you might want to head over to Charbax’s latest expo video blog.

A veteran of filming these tech free-for-alls, Charbax offers both Google Video and BitTorrent DIVX files, the latter of which have the added bonus of being in high-definition. He’s covered plenty, from the OLPC to Medion’s UMPC, and it’s well worth a look (or a download if you’ve got the bandwidth).

CES 2007 Video Blog

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Belkin Battery Backup with Flashlight

Rue Liu — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 08:07:27 +0000

If power outtages have you worried over your precious computer servers, then Belkin’s Battery Backup with Flashlight will give you peace of mind. Just plug all your equipment into the device so that when the power goes off it will keep your connected equipment on long enough to let you shut them down and prevent data loss or hardware damage.

The detachable flashlight will automatically light up during power outtages so that you can use it to see when shutting down your system and finding your way to the exit. The Battery Backup with Flashlight will be available in mid-February for $99.99.

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Mustek’s Stylish Minimalist Webcam

Rue Liu — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 08:06:12 +0000

Say goodbye to those ol’ big eyeball-like plastic-encased webcams. As we can see from the evolutionary path of most gadgets, everything is heading towards being smaller and sleeker. Mustek’s got a new webcam coming out called the SI302A that is very small and very stylish in an aluminum casing that can clip to the top of your LCD monitor or sit on a flat surface.

The SI302A boasts an advanced ¼-inch CMOS sensor and an all-glass, auto focus lens that delivers awesomely clear videos. Natural 30fps video is achieved compression-free via the USB 2.0 interface and its 1280×1024 resolution (1.3 megapixels) is twice that of typical webcams. The SI302A also features a built-in condenser microphone for convenient video and audio chatting.

The webcam is expected to ship in March 2007, but the MSRP price has not yet been finalized.

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Mobility’s New iGo everywhere85 keeps you powered up everywhere

Rue Liu — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 08:05:44 +0000

Our constant need for battery power has led to a whole slew of devices here to insure that we can always power up our laptops, cell phones, and other mobile devices anywhere we go. Mobility Electronics brings us another such product called the iGo everywhere85 that’s a universal notebook power adapter in a small lightweight package.

The iGo everywhere85 is very compact and thin, featuring dualpower accessory, auto charging plug, and interchangeable tips for compatibility with a number of notebooks including those of Compaq, Dell, Gateway, HP, and Toshiba.

Users can also simultaneously charge their notebook and another device such as a mobile phone, Bluetooth headset, or MP3 player, eliminating the need to purchase and carry separate adapters. The iGo everywhere85 will be available in the first half of this year for $129.99.

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Magellan CrossoverGPS Guides You Anywhere

Rue Liu — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 08:05:09 +0000

If you have a bad sense of direction, then most likely you get lost not only while driving. And if you’re the outdoorsy type, often lost on a hike or a bike or a kayak, then it’s a good idea to get something like the Magellan CrossoverGPS. It’s claimed to be the first rugged, IPX4-waterproof, pocket-sized portable GPS for both in-car and outdoor navigation.

The Magellan CrossoverGPS comes with full-featured driving GPS guidance with turn-by-turn voice, text, and visual directions, preloaded topographic contour maps of the lower 48 states, a color touchscreen, and multimedia capabilities such as playing MP3s and picture viewing. It can also be upgraded to have live traffic updates and rerouting.

The unit measures just 3.4 x 4.3 x 1.1 inches and has an 8-hour battery life. Priced at $549.

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Canon’s New Ol’ Fashioned Fax Machine

Rue Liu — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 08:04:22 +0000

You might think that being able to email everything these days along with the many internet faxing services available that good old fax machines would be obsolete. But that’s not the case, and there are many situations where simply dialing a number and feeding your documents through the good old fax machine totally beats scanning documents and then attaching or uploading them. Thus, it is nice to see the fax machine get some new styling with Canon’s new FAX-JX200.

The JX200 combines modern design, affordable pricing, and high quality construction and performance. It uses Canon’s Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering (FINE) technology to produce crisp clear scans and copies with high speed 6-second page transmissions for fast and quiet faxing. It should be available early this year for around $80.

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Logitech Harmony 1000, A Universal Remote Done Right

Rue Liu — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 08:03:37 +0000

Manufacturers of super universal remotes have been in a competition to see who could cram the most buttons onto one plastic bar to create the ultimate monster controller. But this often made matters more complicated than simple for consumers. And Logitech was no exception with their Harmony 800 universal remote that had way too many buttons. And as if they’ve been listening to our complaints, they’ve recently come out with the Harmony 1000 that’s so simple and functional, it ought to set the new standard for universal remotes to come.

The Harmony 1000 can seamlessly control up to 15 separate components and features a 3.5-inch color touch-screen LCD display with a minimal amount of buttons on a sleek metal body. Setup is done via your computer where the wizard walks you through the process of selecting from Logitech’s large online database of over 4,500 manufacturers and over 150,000 devices.

So, if you really do have around 15 different remotes laying around on your coffee table or in the cracks and crevices of your couch, you should definitely consider replacing everything with one Harmony 1000. But, at $500, this type of convenience doesn’t come cheap.

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Samsung’s New 19-, 20-, and 22-inch Widescreen LCD Monitors

Rue Liu — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 08:01:42 +0000

Samsung has some new additions to their SyncMaster line of displays, which they debuted at this past CES. The SyncMaster 906BW, 206BW, and 226BW are respectively 19-, 20-, and 22-inch widescreen LCD monitors that all feature a super fast response time of 2ms (GTG), a contrast ratio of 3000:1, and support for both DVI-D and Analog inputs.

The 906BW (19-inch) is priced at $279.99 and features a 1440 x 900 resolution, and 300 nits of brightness. Both the 206BW (20-inch), priced at $349.99, and the 226BW (22-inch), priced at $429.99 feature a resolution of 1680 x 1050.

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Belkin Flip DVI-D

Rue Liu — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 08:00:00 +0000

While many people attempt to clutter their desktops with extra monitors and peripherals, Belkin is thinking less is more. If you have two computers or one computer and one notebook, why have two different speakers systems when you’ll only be using one at a time? Or, lets say you have a huge Apple cinema display. Perhaps, your notebook and computer can both share that one display and you can flip back and forth with just the click of a button.

Belkin’s Flip DVI-D does the trick by letting you share your keyboard, mouse, speakers, and DVI monitor. The unobtrusive remote button sits on your desk while the hub can be hidden below connecting all your peripherals. The device will be available in February for $149.99.

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CES 2007 : Sanyo Zero Gravity Massage Chair

Ewdison Then — Wed, 17 Jan 2007 16:41:33 +0000

I’m not a big fan of massage chairs, but Sanyo Zero Gravity Massage Chair is so comfortable I can sit on it forever. It features SANYO’s intelligent stiffness detection sensor technology, which diagnoses stress areas by measuring changes in pulse rate and perspiration and using the results of the finding it will provide a customized massage to relief your stiffness. The chair also moves the body into the most neutral position with diminished stress on the back. This position also provide better circulation. It will be available in Spring this year and No pricing information available yet.

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Sanyo’s New PLV-Z5 Home Entertainment Projector is high on contrast

Rue Liu — Tue, 16 Jan 2007 13:32:29 +0000

Sanyo’s latest home projector, the PLV-Z5, features an unprecedented 10,000:1 contrast ratio and a unique twin-iris system. This high performance projector delivers brilliant rich colors and true-to-life images with outstanding gradation in a variety of viewing environments and even well-lit environments.

The PLV-Z5 works well in rooms of all sizes, being able to project a 100-inch screen at only 9.8 feet away (up to 20 feet). And its easy to setup because of its advanced lens shift capability that allows it to be played from just about any location. Priced around $1,695.

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JVC Launches New HD 1920×1080i Comsumer Camcorder

Rue Liu — Tue, 16 Jan 2007 13:31:43 +0000

JVC is adding a new HD camcorder, the GZ-HD7, to their Everio line of hard drive camcorders. This new camcorder provides full HD 1920×1080i video quality with the convenience of recording onto a 60GB built-in hard drive. It can record up to five hours of full HD 1920×1080i at 30Mbps.

The HD Everio GZ-HD7 will be available in April 2007 for $1,799.95.

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Energizer Energi To Go Instant Cell Phone Charger

Rue Liu — Tue, 16 Jan 2007 13:30:39 +0000

The lightweight and portable Energizer Energi To Go is a nifty device that charges your cell phone from easy-to-find AA batteries. It is compatible with most cell phones on the market and has interchangeable tips to accommodate different cell phone models.

Calls can be placed within just 30 seconds of activating the Energizer Energi To Go. So now there’s no excuse to blame missed calls on a dead cell phone. Priced around $20, the reusable charger comes with the phone tip connector and two Energizer AA batteries.

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Belkin Easy Transfer Cable

Rue Liu — Tue, 16 Jan 2007 13:29:28 +0000

Transferring bulks of files from one computer to another can be painstaking, especially if you have to burn the files onto a CD or save them onto a thumb drive. Thus, Belkin offers a solution with their Easy Transfer Cable, which can eliminate the need to setup a network and provide an easy mobile solution for copying files to and from your notebook, home PC, and work PC.

The Easy Transfer Cable can transfer files between two PCs at speeds up to 480Mbps, transferring 30GB of data in one hour. The product will be available late this month for $39.99.

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Belkin Cooling Stand

Rue Liu — Tue, 16 Jan 2007 13:27:21 +0000

Keep your laptop cool with Belkin’s new USB-powered ‘Cooling Stand’. The product name isn’t very creative, but the form takes on a unique wave design that creates a channel right below the laptop to faciliate air flow. Apparently, the wave design is so unique the company claims its patented.

Overall, the Cooling Stand has low power consumption, uses natural convection to enhance cooling, and is compact enough to easily fit into a laptop bag. The stand will be available in late February for $29.99.

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Harmon Kardon Launches Guide+Play for your car

Rue Liu — Tue, 16 Jan 2007 13:26:56 +0000

Harmon Kardon recently announced their Guide+Play fully integrated navigation and multimedia automotive solution. This compact navigation device strives to differentiate itself not only by Harmon Kardon’s signature quality audio but also by offering consumers the capability to enable multimedia functions while still allowing navigation to do its job. By using a unique layering interface, there is no frustration in going back and forth between the navigation menu and the music menu.

The Guide+Play is incredibly slim and portable at 19.6mm thin and includes pivoting mount, integrated navigation and multimedia applications, a 4” widescreen display, and a battery life of around 5 hours. It is currently retailing for around $500.

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Akimbo Video-on-Demand for AT&T Homezone Users

Rue Liu — Tue, 16 Jan 2007 07:36:02 +0000

Akimbo makes your TV and your internet become best buddies. Get videos on demand direct to your TV downloaded via your broadband internet connection. So as if the hundreds of channels you already have are not enough, the company views their service as giving consumers even more choices.

The service has been providing thousands of movie titles to Microsoft Media Center users and now they’ve just announced their partnership with AT&T to provide thousands of VOD titles to AT&T Homezone subscribers. So, hooray for you AT&T Homezone users, now you get to select from all the popular titles as well as the niche and hard to find stuff and watch it whenever you want. The service starts this month.

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Jabra BT8010 Stereo/Mono Bluetooth Headset

Rue Liu — Mon, 15 Jan 2007 20:40:59 +0000

We’re quite accustomed now to seeing people wearing Bluetooth headsets on one ear and looking like they’re ridiculously talking to themselves. But soon we may be seeing people walking around with one Bluetooth headset in each ear. And that wont be for talking on two cell phones simultaneously, but rather, for listening to music. At least, that’s what Jabra is offering with their BT8010 model.

Considering that many cell phones now can play mp3s, Jabra believes its more convenient for folks to have the option of putting in one earpiece for taking calls and then putting in a second earpiece for listening to music in stereo. The BT8010 is scheduled for release in the beginning of this year and will be available at all Verizon Wireless retail stores and online store for around $149.

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JBL Reference 610 Bluetooth Headphones

Rue Liu — Mon, 15 Jan 2007 20:12:02 +0000

The Reference Series of headphones from JBL provides excellent sound quality, comfort, and style, designed to meet a wide variety of needs. Although all rather spiffy looking, the most deserving of our attention is the wireless R610 Bluetooth model.

The Reference 610 features integrated controls on the earpiece to adjust volume, select tracks, and play/pause your music. It’s equipped with rechargeable batteries and a universal battery charger. And should you need to be connected, it also comes with a 1.75m cable. Pricing for the Reference series ranges from $79.95 to $299.95. Shown after the break are the folded up 510 model and the 410 model.

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Logitech X-240 Speakers

Rue Liu — Mon, 15 Jan 2007 19:30:09 +0000

Logitech launched their X-240 speakers earlier this month aimed to turn your PC into a powerful digital music center. The system features a control center that includes a cradle for holding your Mp3 player or other mobile device while you charge, sync, or play music.
The X-240’s key features include dynamic real-time bass equalization, high-excursion satellite drivers, master volume and power controls on the control center, and headphone jack. It is expected to ship in March 2007. Priced at $49.99.

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Joby’s New Zivio Bluetooth Headset

Rue Liu — Mon, 15 Jan 2007 16:01:05 +0000

Aimed at being a company of innovation, Joby has brought us the unique Gorillapod and is now announcing a line of Bluetooth headsets scheduled for release in Q2 of 2007. This ultra lightweight and stylish headset features a unique adjustable earpiece that attaches via magnet and also a retractable microphone.

The unit has 10 hours of talk time or 12.5 days standby time and can be recharged via USB. Unfortunately all the pictures we took of the prototype at CES turned out blurry–if only we had a Gorillapod at the time. So we’ve borrowed the lovely image above from Gizmodo.

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Samsung’s Latest Digital Cameras

Rue Liu — Mon, 15 Jan 2007 15:51:09 +0000

While at CES this past week, we also dropped by Pepcom’s Digital Experience event where besides good food and fully costumed pirates walking around, we saw a bunch of the latest gadgets. We came across Samsung’s new digital cameras, the S630 and the S730 as well as their NV series of digital cameras that feature an innovative navigation control system and gun-inspired styling.

Although the S630 and S730 were just announced at CES, it was the NV7OPS that really caught our attention. The NV7OPS is a slim-bodied 7.2 megapixel digital camera featuring 7x optical zoom, Optical Picture Stabilization, 2.5-inch LCD, MPEG4 VGA(640×480) 30fps video capability, and a unique ‘Smart Touch’ navigation interface (shown below).

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Accufat Shows You How Thick Your Fat Is!

Ewdison Then — Sun, 14 Jan 2007 19:55:25 +0000

I’m not very weight conscious of a person, but i do try to stay in shape. However eating a lot of “good and tasty” food does make my belly flip flap a little. Accufat, a subcutaneous fat analyzer is a device that will give you pretty scary details on how much fat your body have.

It stored those analysis information into its built in storage and allows you to transfer the data to your computer. One of our editor (from SlashGear Japan) have a test drive of it in CES 2007 and finds it pretty simple to operate. The Accufat will cost $1500.

[via SlashGear Japan]

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iFrogz got you covered

Rue Liu — Sat, 13 Jan 2007 23:16:17 +0000

Some months ago, we saw the cute iFrogz Tadpole series of cases to insure good times with your toddler and your iPod. This time at the CES 2007 ShowStoppers event we dropped by their booth to take a closer look and boy have they got a lot of variety. Their original silicone cases come in almost every color imaginable with many different themes and texturing. The textured silicone not only protects but also has a very unique tactile quality.

But don’t think that iFrogz are just for kids. They have got some nice leather cases as well as a collection of exotic faux fur wallet-style cases. Visit their site for more details.

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The Austrailian Dream Machine

Rue Liu — Sat, 13 Jan 2007 21:23:25 +0000

This unique personal simulation system provides a whole body total immersion gaming experience right in your own home. We couldn’t help but migrate towards this large contraption at the CES 2007 ShowStoppers event. One of our editors took it for a spin and as you can see from that big smile she really enjoyed it. Not only can you rotate, you can also twist, tilt, and pan thanks to its unique patented multimodal crown support from which players are suspended.

Both domestic and commercial versions will be released, but the domestic version does not need its own power source and can connect and get power directly from your PC. And it’s easy to setup and store. Expect it to be available in March 2007 for around $1700.

Above photo from Dream Machine web site.

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CES 2007 Cherry Picks: NETGEAR Dual-Mode DECT Cordless Phone with Skype

Rue Liu — Wed, 10 Jan 2007 21:25:22 +0000

I’m a hard-sell when it comes to VoIP handsets, in fact some might say I was just plain picky. I can’t see the point of anything that has to be plugged in to a USB port (unless you’ve got a server at home, would you really want to leave your PC on all the time on the off-chance that you want to make a call?) and I want as much of the software functionality available from the handset itself without having to go to a computer to set it up. Well, NETGEAR have met my arduous demands and actually gone a bit further; their SPH200D works both with Skype and your PSTN landline, allowing calls to and from both to be managed simultaneously.

Based on the DECT standard, a full-colour screen, speakerphone and capacity for up to four handsets registered to each base-station round out what’s on offer for the $199.99 MRSP. It’s available now.

Product Page [NETGEAR]

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CES 2007 Cherry Picks: Vizualogic Media on Demand (VMOD) for your car

Rue Liu — Wed, 10 Jan 2007 20:48:17 +0000

Vizualogic have so-far specialised in in-car video entertainment, with a range of LCD screens for either embedding in headrests or to drop down from the roof-lining, but when they announced a Media on Demand unit I got a bit excited – would this be some sort of mobile IPTV device that lets you tune in to movies of your choice while on the highway? Sadly it’s nothing so exciting: it’s a portable media serving hard-drive, powered by an Intel Celeron M processor, satellite radio and with built-in GPS for navigation.

Plug and play with all of their displays, it apparently has a straightforward software interface to access all your DVDs, music, photos, games and downloaded content. It’ll be available first-quarter 2007 for around $699.

Product pdf [Vizualogic]

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CES 2007 Cherry Picks: IZD 22″ 3D Gaming Monitor

Rue Liu — Wed, 10 Jan 2007 18:30:22 +0000

Seeing is believing, the IZD 22″ 3D monitor offers realistic 3D gaming experience with the usage of passive polarized glasses. An easy access button to switch between 2D and 3D viewing experience allows you to use this monitor like any other lcd screens. Especially designed for full immersion game play. Preorders being accepted for a lower price of $799.

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Innovative EVO Laptop and Tablet PC Arm

Ewdison Then — Wed, 10 Jan 2007 18:21:30 +0000

Using your portables/laptop as your main computer for long computing sessions are not very comfortable. Innovative Office Products EVO Laptop/Tablet PC Arm offers flexible and ergonomic computing for your laptop. It accommodates all sizes laptop and tablets and retails at $299.

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CES 2007 Cherry Picks: GamerBike

Ewdison Then — Wed, 10 Jan 2007 17:57:10 +0000

Hate working out on those exercise bike? GamerBike from 3D innovations will make your fitness workout fun. By plugging the GamerBike into a computer USB port, it will interacts with any games that uses keyboard inputs. Islands World game is bundled into the GamerBike. Priced at $179.

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