I-O Data today launched the I-O Data HDCA-UT3.0K external HDD. The storage device provides a 3TB of storage space and a USB 3.0 port, which is backward compatible with the USB 2.0 interface. The I-O Data HDCA-UT3.0K is compatible with the Microsoft Windows, Linux and Mac OS. What makes this drive more interesting is that it can also be used to record your favorite TV show if you have a TV with a USB HDD recording mode. The new I-O Data HDCA-UT3.0K 3TB external HDD is priced at 27,720 Yen ($314). [Akihabara]
Casio Japan is back with its new G-Shock watch namely the GW-9300 Mudman. This shock-resistant, dust-proof and mud-resistant watch features a carbon fiber reinforced resin band, a moon phase, a compass, a thermometer and the accurate Atomic clock that will always keep you on time. The Casio GW-9300 Mudman G-Shock watch will be launched in June 2011. Read more
Motorola today announced the availability of the Motorola XOOM camera connection kit. The device allows you to easily and quickly transfer photos from your digital camera to the XOOM using a USB port. If you are interested, you can purchase the Motorola XOOM camera connection kit for $19.99 a pop. [Motorola]
Sprint has officially announced that they will be launching the WiFi-only version of Motorola Xoom on their network on May 8th. The device will be sold for $599.99. Just to remind you, this Android Honeycomb tablet offers a 10.1-inch 1280 x 800 touchscreen display, a 1GHz dual-core Tegra 2 processor, a 2.0-megapixel front-facing camera, a 5.0-megapixel rear-facing camera with dual LED flash, a 1GB DDR2 RAM, a 32GB of storage space, 3G (optional), WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, 720p HD video recording capabilities, 1080p Full HD video playback support and runs on Android 3.0 Honeycomb OS. [Sprint]
Here is good news for all Acer Iconia Tab A500 tablet owners. The company has recently launched a docking station and a remote control for this tablet. The Acer Iconia Tab A500 docking station supports an HDMI output, allowing you to connect the A500 on a larger display. The remote control also allows you to control the Iconia Tab A500 from the comfort of your couch. As a reminder, the tablet comes jam packed with a 10.1-inch display at 1,280 x 800 resolution and an nVidia Tegra 2 processor for HD video playback. [Blogeee]
Here comes a new Android tablet from a Korean-based company Trigem, the Tabit. Specs-wise, the device features a 10.1-inch 1024 x 600 touchscreen display, a NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor, a microSD card slot, Bluetooth, a USB port, an HDMI port and runs on Android 2.2 OS. Unfortunately, there’s no word on pricing and release date yet. [Trigem]
MSI is ready to release the Wind Top AE2070 all-in-one PC. The computer is powered by an Intel Core i3 2100/ Dual Core G620 processor with a 2GB DDR3-1333, an Intel HD 2000 graphics, a 500GB SATA II HDD, a DVD burner, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, a 0.3MP webcam, a 6-in-1 media card reader, a couple of 3W speakers and the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit OS. You can also upgrade the MSI Wind Top AE2070 with up to 8GB DDR3-1333 and an nVidia GeForce GT 540M graphics. Additional specs include an HDMI port, a couple of USB 3.0 ports, four USB 2.0 ports and a microphone. Unfortunately, there is no info on pricing or availability at this time. [Press Release]
AOC is gearing up to unleash a new series of LCD monitors ’50 ID’ this summer. Coming in six different models: 18.5-inch (1366 x 768), 20-inch (1600 x 900), 21.5-inch (1920 x 1080), 22-inch (1680 x 1050), 23-inch (1980 x 1080) and 23.6-inch (1920 x 1080), these LED-backlit monitors provide 20,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 200/250 cd/m2 brightness and 5ms response time. Not to mention, they also come with built-in speakers and have a number of connectivity ports including D-Sub only, D-Sub and DVI, or D-Sub, DVI and HDMI (depending on the model). The 50 ID series will start shipping in June, prices unannounced. [XTReview]
Acer today unveiled the new Aspire G3100 Predator gaming PC. Powered by an AMD Phenom II hexa-core processor, the gaming rig features a 4GB of RAM (upgradeable up to 8GB of RAM), a 1TB of storage (up to 6TB with three 2TB hard disk drives), a DVD writer (upgradable to Blu-ray drive), a 1GB nVidia GeForce GTX 640 graphics card (upgradable), a multi-in-one card reader, Gigabit Ethernet and an optional USB 3.0 port. The Acer Aspire G3100 Predator with a basic hardware configuration is priced at approx. $963. [TCMagazine]
Nextbook has launched the Next5, which is claimed to be the world’s first Android tablet with an integrated APEN digital pen. What makes the APEN digital pen special is that it connects to the tablet wirelessly, allowing users to generate, save and/or transmit real-time notes, write emails, and create drawings using regular paper and normal ink. The tablet comes jam packed with a 7-inch display, the Google Android 2.1 OS, Wi-Fi, SlideME app manager, eBook Store, a 2GB of internal storage, a microSD card slot, 25-preloaded books and an MP3/photo viewer and speakers. The Nextbook Next5 Android tablet is currently available for $299. [Nextbook]
