iLuv will introduce the iLuv i9500 audio system at next month’s CES show. The device comes equipped with a docking post for Apple devices, MP3 and WMA file playback, and a 4 CD tray for your collection of audio CDs. As usual, any iPod or iPhone connected to the i9500 will be charged. It also has an SD memory card slot for you to store music on that format. Other features include an integrated FM tuner and a built-in alarm clock. The iLuv i9500 audio system will be released sometime next year. No word on pricing yet. [ipodnn via iPod and MP3 Players]
The highly anticipated Fujitsu ST6012 Tablet PC has been released. The tablet PC features Intel Core 2 Duo Processor Ultra Low Voltage SU9400, Intel Centrino2 with Intel vPro Technology, 12.1 inch WXGA TFT with indoor/outdoor wide view display, 1GB DDR3 800MHz memory, 80GB S-ATA 150, and 5400 rpm hard drive. Other features include an integrated Gigabit Ethernet LAN, an integrated Intel Wi-Fi Link 5300AGN (802.11a/b/g/draft-n), an integrated Bluetooth Wireless, and an integrated Fingerprint Sensor. The Fujitsu ST6012 is powered by Genuine Windows Vista Business operating system. You can bring home this cool tablet PC with your $1,999 for the basic configuration. [Fujitsu via Laptop Notebook News]
Korean giant Samsung has recently rolled out their latest DAP, the Yepp YP-P3. This iPod Touch competitor comes jam packed with a 3 inch 480×272 touchscreen display with haptic feedback and an improved UI. The gadget is able to play music, flash files, videos, and eBooks. The gadget also provides a 30 hours of battery lifespan, and Bluetooth 2.1 support for wireless headphones. [Akihabara via iPod and MP3 Players]
Some dudes at Philips have recently introduced a few new digital audio players in the form of the Raga, Spark, and Luxe (pictured). The Raga offers 2GB or 4GB of storage space, a small multi-line display, 27 hours of audio playback time per charge and will retail for $35 or $45, depending on the memory size. Meanwhile, the Spark comes with a 1.5 inch OLED color display with clix-style navigation and sub-$60 price tag. The last one is the LUXE that boasts the Bluetooth connectivity. [Engadget via iPod and MP3 Players]
Here is the new pocket SSD from GreenHouse. The 2.5 inch SSD drive connects to your PC via a USB 2.0 port and is available in 32GB and 64GB storage capacity. Measuring 10mm thick, the SSD drive adopts MLC chips that offers a 20MB/s reading and a 18MB/s writing speed in a 63grams body. No word on pricing at this time. [GreenHouse]
Buffalo comes back with the new RUF2-KL USB flash drive that holds a huge 16GB of storage space. What makes this USB flash drive cool is that it measures at just 8mm thin and weighs at only 10 grams. Available in black or white, the Buffalo RUF2-KL ultra-thin USB flash drive retails for approximately €48 each. [Akihabara]
LG has released three new digital photo frames that can be used as a portable DVD screen with an integrated battery that lasts for up to 3.5 hours of non-stop playback. Other features include HD radio, touch-sensitive controls and easy wall-mounting. You will be able to purchase the 7 inch F7000N-PN, 8.4 inch F8400N-PN and 10.4 inch F1040N-PN models for approximately $125, $175 and $215, respectively. [Weblog Surf]
The Hercules DJ Control Steel Mixing Deck will take you to a higher level of mixing game. You can connect this mixing deck to a Mac or PC via its USB port. It is loaded with 46 push buttons, six faders and 13 rotary switches. The push buttons include six kill buttons and five effects buttons. I think the Hercules DJ Control Steel mixing deck is not for the amateurs because it can also be used with any MIDI-based DJ software and comes packaged with Virtual DJ 5. The Hercules DJ Control Steel Mixing Deck will be released on December 22, 2009 for $299.99. Let’s get the party started! [Hercules]
Here is the Super-Tiny Illuminated Wireless Keyboard that offers 56 keys with Fn/Num lock change function. Measuring 170mm x 81mm x 15mm and weighing 138grams, the portable device also provides a USB port. The keyboard uses 2.4GHz radio frequency that allows you to use it as far as 10 meters radius. You can purchase the Super-Tiny Illuminated Wireless Keyboard for only $47 at Brando. [Brando]
by Martin Lee on December 17, 2008 · 1 comment
German company Neoi today introduced the 906E that claims to be the thinnest QWERTY phone in the world. Its size is almost as thin as the credit card. The Neoi 906E is packed with many features including, a camera, Bluetooth, MP3 player, microSD card slot expandable up to 8GB. The handset also supports Tri-Band GSMGPRS 900/1800/1900 MHz and comes with integrated hands-free speakerphone. However, you should purchase a minimum quantity of 500 units if you want to have this handset. Too bad! [Slashgear via Upcoming Cell Phones]
