From the monthly archives:

August 2010

LG HBM-210 Black Bluetooth Headset

by Johan on August 31, 2010 · 1 comment

The LG HBM-210 Black Bluetooth headset is now available at Newegg for just $10.99. For your info, the original price was $39.99, so you can save $29. The headset provides up to 11-hour of talk time or up to 400-hour of standby time. Each purchase of this lightweight Bluetooth headset comes equipped with a Micro-USB travel charger and a user guide. [Product Page]

Antec Mini Skeleton 90 Open Air Case

by Johan on August 31, 2010 · 0 comments

The Mini Skeleton-90 by Antec is a computer case that comes with a unique design. Measuring 7.50-inch x 8.30-inch x 9.10-inch, it has the same revolutionary open-air design as the previously released Antec Skeleton, only in a tiny Mini-ITX frame. The Antec Mini Skeleton 90 provides five drive bays, one expansion slot and a 0.8mm cold rolled steel frame. Buy.com has started selling the Antec Mini Skeleton 90 for $85.99 each. [Product Page]

SENA Keyboard Folio For iPad

by Johan on August 31, 2010 · 0 comments

Gadget accessory maker Sena has unveiled the Keyboard Folio iPad case that features a built-in Bluetooth keyboard. This iPad folding case will turn you Apple’s iPad into a netbook. The SENA Keyboard Folio supports 45 hours of active use, or 55 hours of standby. The case is currently available in four different colors such as black, tan, red and brown. If you are interested, you can pre-order the SENA Keyboard Folio for $129.99 each. It will be released on October 7th, 2010. [Product Page]

ViewSonic has officially announced their first Android tablet that comes with phone functionality. Dubbed as the ViewPad 7, this pocket-sized device is equipped with a 7-inch 800 x 480 capacitive touchscreen display, a 3-megapixel camera, a front-facing VGA camera for video calling, a full-sized SIM card slot, a microSD card slot (up to 32GB), a G-sensor, A-GPS, 3G, WiFi, Bluetooth and runs on Android 2.2 Froyo OS. The ViewPad 7 is expected to be launched in October for around $540. [Engadget]

Philips is preparing to launch a new LCD monitor for the European market. Known as the 225PL2, this new 22-inch LED-backlight monitor makes use of PowerSensor technology that will automatically reduce monitor brightness when user steps away from the desk. On top of that, it also provides 1680 x 1050 native resolution, 5ms response time, 250 cd/m2 brightness and 20,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. This widescreen monitor also comes with a number of connectivity ports including D-Sub, DVI-D, four USB 2.0 and audio in/out. The Philips 225PL2 will start shipping in Europe from September for 219 Euro (about $278). [Philips]

Hannspree 10.1-inch Android Tablet

by Johan on August 31, 2010 · 0 comments

If you are looking for a new Android-powered tablet, then check out the upcoming 10.1-inch tablet from Hannspree. The gadget is powered by a fast 1Ghz Tegra 2, dual ARM Cortex A9 and co-processors, Android 2.2 OS with Adobe Flash support, a 10.1-inch (1024×600 pixels) LED back-lit display, a motion and light sensors, a 16GB of internal storage, a micro-SD card slot, a mini HDMI output, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and a 3.5mm audio jack. Weighing at 790 grams, the Hannspree 10.1-inch Android tablet will be launched in November 2010 for 399 Euros ($505). [Ubergizmo]

Blockbuster Inc. today announced that the new Onkyo BD-SP808 Blu-ray player supports BLOCKBUSTER On Demand service, allowing users to browse and select certain movies as soon as the titles are available on DVD and Blu-ray without having to pay a monthly subscription fee. Using the system’s search tool, users can also view ratings, trailers and other information about each movie for a more personalized and simplified viewing experience. Additionally, the Onkyo BD-SP808 also features a High Quality Video Scaler and full-featured Blu-ray Disc Play Back. [Press Release]

Archos has introduced another one of its upcoming Android tablet namely the Archos 101. Powered by a 1GHz ARM Cortex A8 processor, the device sports a 10.1-inch 1024 x 600 capacitive touchscreen display, a 0.3-megapixel front camera, an 8GB/16GB of internal memory, a microSD card slot, 720p HD video playback support, WiFi, Bluetooth, an HDMI port and runs on Android 2.2 Froyo OS. The Archos 101 will go on sale in mid-October for around $300. [Archos]

Elecom’s First USB 3.0 Hub

by Johan on August 31, 2010 · 3 comments

Elecom will release their first USB 3.0 hub in September 2010. Available in both white and black, the Elecom U3H-S410 comes with four USB ports and is backward compatible with USB 2.0 interface. Unfortunately, there is no info on pricing at this time. [Elecom]

Carl Ziess Cinemizer Glasses

by Johan on August 31, 2010 · 1 comment

Carl Zeiss today introduced a new generation of their Cinemizer video glasses that features 3D capability for home theater and gaming applications. The Cinemizer Plus video glasses feature a 16:9 format OLED screen in each eyepiece, with a native resolution of 640 x 480 pixels. The resulting field of view is the same as watching a 45-inch screen from a distance of about 6.5 feet. A small external box connects to a variety of playback sources such as iPhone, iPod touch, gaming consoles, laptops, and Blu-ray players. The gadget provides up to 4-hour of battery life. The Carl Ziess Cinemizer Plus video glasses are available for $390. [Carl Ziess]