The new Sony BDP-S185 Blu-ray disc player provides an affordable way to start enjoying the latest home entertainment without compromising on style or quality. Priced at only £80($128), the player includes Sony’s Bravia Internet Video for streaming online video content like BBC iPlayer, LoveFilm and Demand 5. The Sony BDP-S185 can access Sony Entertainment Network and includes a USB port for connecting an external hard disk drive. What’s more, the Blu-ray player is compatible with Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio and can access BD-Live for extra online disc features. [Press Release]
The Dell S2230MX 21.5-inch display measures at only 9.9mm at its thinnest point. This ultra-thin monitor features a full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, a 1,000:1 contrast ratio, a 250cd/m2 brightness, a 2ms response time, and a 170/160 degree viewing angle. Other specs include VGA, DVI-D (HDCP), and a DVI-HDMI dongle. You can buy the Dell S2230MX for $219.99. Video after the jump. Read more
AOC will launch two new Full HD monitors namely the 21.5-inch i2252Vwh and 23-inch i2352Vh. Both monitors features LED backlights, TN-bashing IPS (in-plane switching) panels, a glossy black bezel, a native resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, a 5ms response time, a contrast ratio of 1,000:1 (20,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio), and a brightness of 250 cd/m2. Additional specs include D-Sub, DVI, and HDMI connectors. No word yet on pricing. [TCMagazine]
LG Electronics will introduce a couple of new high-end monitors at IFA 2011 in Berlin, Germany. The LG E91 is a 23-inch Full HD monitor with a LED backlight that features a 10,000,000:1 contrast ratio, a 250 nits brightness, and a 2ms GTG response time. The LG D23IPS is a 23-inch IPS panel that offers 3D support, a full HD resolution, a 5,000,000:1 contrast ratio, a 250 nits brightness in 2D mode, a 100 nits in 3D mode, and the company’s 2D to 3D conversion feature. Unfortunately, there is no word on pricing or availability at this time. [Akihabara]
Canon today introduced the PIXMA iP4950 high-performance photo printer, which is ideal for professionals and families looking to create fantastic quality documents and photos at impressive speeds. As a successor to the PIXMA iP4850, the new printer incorporates leading printing technology and innovative features, including Full HD Movie Print and Easy-PhotoPrint EX. The PIXMA iP4950 also features the company’s advanced FINE print technology, which is capable of producing professional quality prints and sharp and vivid text based documents. The Canon iP4950 will be launched in October 2011 for £79($128). [Canon]
Onkyo is ready to launch two new high-end network receivers, the TX-NR5009 and TX-NR3009. Both models feature major upgrades from its predecessors, including the use of the latest HQV-Vida and Marvel Qdeo video processors, a new DTS Neo:X dimensional surround processing, Dolby Volume, and a new internet radio streaming channels from Spotify, AUPEO!, Pandora, Last.fm, Rhapsody, Napster, Mediafly, Slacker, Sirius XM, and vTuner. The Onkyo TX-NR5009 and TX-NR3009 also support eight HDMI inputs, two HDMI outputs, an Ethernet port, two USB ports, a Universal Port for Onkyo peripheral devices, and an RGB input for video content from a connected PC. You can also purchase an optional Onkyo UWF-1 wireless LAN adapter that turns the front panel USB port into a home internet access point. The Onkyo TX-NR5009 is priced at $2,899, while the Onkyo TX-NR3009 retails for $2,199. [Onkyo]
Iiyama today announced the availability of two new Full HD monitors in Japan, the 24-inch XB2472HD-B and 27-inch X2775HDS-B. Both models come equipped with a LED backlight VA panel that produces a 3,000:1 contrast ratio. These Full HD monitors also feature an HDMI port, a DVI-D output and an ECO mode, which is capable of reducing up to 60% of power consumption. The 24-inch model offers a 300cd/m2 of brightness level, while the 27-inch model features a 250cd/m2 of brightness level. The Iiyama XB2472HD-B and X2775HDS-B are priced at 24,800 Yen($322) and 34,800 Yen($453), respectively. [Iiyama]
ZyXEL Communications today introduced a new high performance set-top-box device with advanced video service capabilities. Dubbed as the ZyXEL STB-2101H, the device offers IP video services, such as Video-on-Demand and IPTV, based on MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 compression technology to reach a wider audience or achieve a higher density of service, and thus increased bandwidth efficiency. The ZyXEL STB-2101H supports High-Definition displays at 720p and 1080p with MPEG-4 part 10/H.264 format. High-Definition video offers exciting and dramatic viewing enjoyments with greater realism and more detail, especially on large displays. This IP set-top box comes complete with digital audio outputs for even more exciting home theater experience. [ZyXEL]
Sony today introduced the Sony Digital Recording Binoculars that allows you to capture Full HD videos and 7.1-megapixel still pictures. The Sony Digital Recording Binoculars will come in DEV-3 and DEV-5 models. These binoculars feature a couple of Exmor R CMOS sensors, allowing you to make your own delectable documentary in your spare time. Not only that, with dual f/1.8-3.4, 0.5-10x optical zoom lenses and a pair of 1,227-dot viewfinders, you will find that these are high-end models that should not disappoint. The Sony DEV-5 also includes an on-board GPS receiver, allowing you to geo-tag video clips and photos. The Sony DEV-3 and DEV-5 Digital Recording Binoculars are priced at $1,399 and $1,999, respectively. [Press Release]
Samsung is ready to launch the BD-DT7800 Freeview PVR that features a couple of HD tuners to record and watch different channels. With a built-in 500GB hard disk drive, you can record up to 150-hour of HD content or up to 250-hour of SD content. Other features like the Smart Hub, which has applications like SearchAll, AllShare and Samsung Apps, ensure that your TV experience boosted by enhanced connectivity. The Samsung BD-DT7800 also converts 2D content into 3D, so viewers can watch TV programmes, personal videos and web content in full 3D, with a pair of infra-red powered 3D glasses. An integrated Smart Hub brings a world of online content to your home entertainment system. [Samsung]
