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February 10, 2005
JVC's HD-70FH96 is a 1080p-resolution HDTV set for release Sep/Oct 2005 according to CNet. The HD-70FH96 D-ILA TV is ATSC tuner/CableCARD equipped, 1080p, called True HDTV by many manufacturers, uses an array of 1,920x1,080 pixels, enough to reproduce every bit of detail from 1080i high-def sources. Victor Japan (JVC0 has already started to push the new HDTV in Japan.The 70-inch HD-70FH96 utilises JVC's HD-ILA display technology. It avoids the rainbow effect of DLP and visible pixel structure of LCD, but its ability to reproduce dark blacks has been limited. MSRP: $9,500.00
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Toshiba, Japan has announced the RD-Z1 a new DVD/PVR (Personal Video Recorder) combo that uses the HDMI digital connection. Features include a 600GB hard drive storage, records shows with a Variable Bit Rate (VBR) of 24Mbps, possible to record two shows simultaneously while watching a DVD. Ubergizmo reports Toshiba took care of isolating the hard drive vibrations from the DVD drive (8x recording).
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February 9, 2005
Samsung has announced the 80-inch screen 'HPR8072' widescreen plasma HDTV AKA the world's largest consumer television. Features (1920x1080) resolution best on the market, progressive scanning and DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) for the ultimate in smooth video playback. The set offers the highest level of HDTV support, with high brightness (1500cd/m2), a high contrast ratio (5000:1) and 12-bit par component (R,G,B) processing combining to provide an astounding 68.7 billion displayable colors. Around $40000. - ubergizmo
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Samsung, Kr, has announced the Samsung DM-T40/H300 a new Windows Media Center system with a brushed metal finish. Features include a hyper threading (HT) Pentium 4, 512MB of memory and a Samsung 160GB hard drive (7200rpm.) - UberGizmo
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February 8, 2005
eCoustics - 'What do we really mean when we talk about "loudspeaker sound"? We've said it - we've heard it - but what should a good loudspeaker sound like? ' - Read More
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February 6, 2005
Plus Minus Zero is the result of a partnership between Keita Satoh, CEO of Takara - the Japanese toy manufacturer and product designer Naoto Fukasawa. The company's debut range includes a DVD/MD Stereo Component with box-like shape, similar to building blocks having been piled up. You can arrange them next to each other or on top of each other. Because most of the functions are carried out using the remote control unit, only function buttons that are absolutely necessary can be found on the main body of the system. The remote control unit is a vivid blue, making it easy to find when you can't remember where you put it last. The remote control unit is also shaped like building blocks. It is the same thickness as the front of the main unit, which makes you feel like resting the remote control on top of the main unit, aligning it with the front of the unit. The sound quality of the unit is touted as truly is unbelievable. - DVD/MD Stereo Component, $9982 - Plus Minus Zero, Coredo Nihonbashi, 2nd Floor, 1-4-1, Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan, www.plusminuszero.jp
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February 5, 2005
Thanko, Japan has announced the "NOAX CSV HDD PLAYER," a DivX supporting multimedia player that connects by USB 2.0. The price of the model with a hard drive is 26,630 yen, without a hard drive, 12,980 yen. The NOAX CSV HDD PLAYER adds to the functionality of the "NOAX HDD PLAYER," and can copy files directly to/from digital cameras, MP3 players, and USB memory devices. Also, it supports multi-stream VOB audio in video files, and while playing a VOB file recorded in multiple languages, can switch between them using the remote control. The unit can is recognized as an external hard drive when connected to a PC by USB. The model with a hard drive has a 20GB capacity. The hard drive-less model can support any 2.5" IDE (9.5mm thick) hard drive up to 80GB (hard drives above 32GB require formatting). Supported playback formats include DivX, MPEG-1/2, DVD, VCD, MP3, and JPEG. A USB 2.0 port is furnished, as well as an AV output, coaxial output, and 5.1ch surround output. via TechJapan
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Gateway has announced the SHD-3010 a 30-inch HD-Ready LCD TV for US$ 1,799.99 that will work with a Mac. Features include widescreen format that enables consumers to view movies at home in letterbox style, 4:3 ratio, 170-degree viewing angle, 1280x768 resolution, a 750:1 contrast ratio, input sources include two composite, two component, s-video, RGB, DVI, RJ-11, RF, four RCA audio in and PC audio, built-in NTSC tuner for viewing standard analog TV signals, two built-in 5-watt speakers and works with multiple external devices, such as DVD players. The SHD-3010 weighs 30.9 pounds and measures 20.50 inches x 29.13 inches x 4 inches.
via Engadget
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The Neuros MPEG-4 Recorder enables you to capture content from any analog video source, including cable or satellite television, DVD players, VCRs, camcorders, and PVRs such as Tivo. Features include video content saved as MPEG-4 video files, uses standard Compact Flash (CF) or Secure Digital (SD) memory cards as the storage medium, you can record content on a card for viewing on your TV, or transfer that content onto your PC, Laptop, PDA, SmartPhone or portable media player, hooks up to your existing home theater components, and allows you to view still photos on your TV or listen to MP3 audio files through your stereo. Additional features include a USB 2.0 connection to enable fast file transfers, and upgradeable firmware for future functionality expansion. No PC Required. CF or SD Storage card required but not included.
Seen at Engadget
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February 2, 2005
Sharp Japan has announced the a new 3in1 recorder that supports HDD, DVD-R/RW and VHS video. The recorder will be available in two models the 250GB "DV-HRW55" for 100,000 Yen and the 160GB DV-HRW50 - 85,000 Yen. Models set for launch in Japan on February 21st. The main difference between models is the HDD capacity. The DVD drive supports DVD+R/RW, DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW (VR/ video mode) in addition to video recording playback, 65x dubbing speed from HDD to DVD-r, displays program name in the midst of playing back on the liquid crystal display, vhs end supports XP/SP/LP/EP recording, loads BS analog system and terrestrial analog system, possible to record video to hdd, vhs and dvd at the same time, the BS tuner supports HDD/DVD recording only, Dubbing of 6 directions possible between HDD/DVD/VHS. Measures 430x343x95mm and weighs approximately 7 kg.
via impress.co.jp
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