Genius has once again expanded its line of speaker systems with the all new SP-HF500A. Targeted towards PC users, these two-way Hi-Fi wooden speakers feature a three-inch speaker driver that is capable of delivering crystal clear treble and ground-rattling bass, and provide a total output power of 14W (RMS). In addition, these speakers also come with an extra line-in jack for connecting an iPod, MP3 player or CD player, and a headphone jack for private listening. The SP-HF500A will start shipping in November for $44.99. [BusinessWire]
Genius just rolled out a couple of “dual platform” graphics tablets that are compatible with Windows and Mac OS. The EasyPen i405 comes equipped with 28 programmable hot keys, and a 4-inch x 5.5-inch working area. Meanwhile, the MousePen i608 features an optical mouse, 29 programmable hot keys, and a 6 x 8-inches working area. Both graphics tablets come bundled with PenNotice, Annotate for Word, Commander, PenMail, and PenSigner, providing useful and convenient functions for presentations or handwritten notes. The Genius EasyPen i405 and MousePen i608 retails for $79 and $99, respectively. [Press Release]
Here is another noise cancellation headphones from Genius in the form of the Genius GHP-04NCs. The headphones come with a 40mm bass driver, accompanied by plush leather earpads, a soft headband sponge and swiveling earcups. Other important features include a 6.3mm dual-plug stereo adapter that is compatible with a variety of airplane audio sources. The GHP-04NCs requires two AAA batteries that is enough for up to 50-hour of operating time. You can purchase this high-quality headphones for $50 each. [Electronista]
Genius offers its latest portable digital tablet to the mass market. Dubbed as the G-Pen F-509, the device measures at only 5.25- x 8.75-inches working area, so you can easily use it in a car, coffee shop or any type of mobile office. This ultra-portable digital tablet features 26 programmable hot-keys for Office, Internet and Vista functions to be used for super shortcuts. Its cordless pen boasts 1024 level pressure sensitivity and two buttons for controlling shapes and thickness. Each purchase comes bundled with PhotoImpact 12SE, Macro Key Manager and Office Ink/Free Notes. The Genius G-Pen F-509 is priced at $109 (MSRP). [CameraTown]
Genius has recently rolled out their ultra slim tablet. The Genius G-Pen F509 Tablet provides a 5.25 inch x 8. 75 inch working area, 26 programmable hotkeys and 1,024 level pressure sensitivity, which means you can control thickness and shapes easily as you write or draw. The tablet also comes equipped with a cordless pen with 2 buttons which you can set to function as the left and right mouse buttons. The pen’s battery life can last up to one year. The Genius G-Pen F509 Tablet is compatible with Windows and Mac OS. Genius is exclusively distributed the Genius G-Pen F509 Tablet in the Philippines. Sadly, the pricing info is still unavailable. [HardwareZone]
Genius has created the SP-T1200 2.0 touch speaker system that not only comes with a black-onyx finish but has a touch screen to control function, volume, bass or treble. So the speaker system panel lights up to show physical contact and also comes with 30-watts of sound. Get this touch-sensitive speaker for $99. [Yahoo]
Genius is releasing two new pen-tablet PCs known as the G-Pen M712 and M609. They come with Vista / Mac-compatible software, 4,000 LPI resolutions, rolling pads at the top for scrolling, zooming and adjusting volume. The M609 features a display of 9- x 5.5-inches (wide) / 7.25- x 5.5-inches (standard) 26 hot keys while the M712 feature a display of 12- x 7.25-inches (wide) / 9.5- x 7.25-inches (standard) and 34 hot keys. Both should be dropping soon for $195 and $249. See both models after the break. [Engadget via Laptop Blog] More
by Johan on November 7, 2007
Genius released two new tablets for artists and graphic designers in the US. The G-Pen 560 is a 4.5 x 6 inch tablet with programmable buttons, and cordless pen. The plug-and-play unit also supports Messenger handwriting functions so you can stay in touch using the internet. Meanwhile, the G-Pen 350 is a portable tablet providing 3 x 5 inch working area and a cordless 1024-level pressure sensitivity pen. These Mac and PC compatible tablets allow you to write, draw, sketch and sign emails. The G-Pen 560 and G-Pen 350 are now available for $69 and $65 respectively.
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Traveler 915BT Laser from Genius is a Bluetooth laser mouse that is designed for traveling and is just about the size of a mobile phone. Its advanced high precision 1600 dpi laser sensor can track on a variety of surfaces. This Bluetooth mouse also acts as a presentation pointer with a touch of a button and allows you control some functions including “Page up/down”, “Esc”, and “F5″.
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by Johan on August 23, 2007
Genius today introduced a new slim and sexy tablet which is compatible with Windows and Mac based PCs. The Genius G-Pen F610 tablet comes with 6 inch x 10 inch working area, cordless pen (1024 level pressure sensitivity), and a pen holder. Using this gadget, you can make notes and drawings in e-mail, MSN, documents, or any application program. The G-Pen F610 also provides twenty-nine programmable hot keys for Office, Internet and Windows Vista functions. You can even use it as a mouse. As usual, there is no word on pricing and availability so far. Stay tuned for more updates.
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