AOC Europe has introduced two new monitors namely the 22-inch e2219Ph and 24-inch e2436Pa. Designed for business users, both WLED monitors feature a 5ms response time, a dynamic contrast ratio of 20,000,000:1, a power consumption of about 30W, a static contrast ratio of 1,000:1, D-Sub and DVI video inputs. The AOC e2436Pa is a high-end version that offers a native resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels and an HDMI input. The AOC e2219Ph only has a 1,680 x 1,050 pixels resolution. The 22-inch e2219Ph and 24-inch e2436Pa are priced at $235 and $260, respectively. [PCLaunches]
The Seagate GoFlex Cinema media drive is ideal for movie buffs. Available in 1TB, 2TB and 3TB of storage capacities, this home entertainment storage center is able to store all of your favorite movies. The Seagate GoFlex Cinema supports most of popular file formats including Xvid HD, AVI, MPEG-2 (VOB/ISO), MPEG-1, MPEG-4 (Xvid), AVC HD, H.264, MKV, FLV, MP3, WAV, AAC, FLAC and WMA. You can connect this media drive directly to your HDTV or projector via an HDMI or a composite video output. The Seagate GoFlex Cinema is currently available in Europe for $136(1TB), $177(2TB), and $246(3TB). [Slashgear]
The Zotac ZBOX Nano VD01 is a palm-sized mini-PC that combines a fast 1.2Ghz VIA Nano X2 U4025 processor with a VIA VX900H chipset, a VIA Chrome9 graphics and the ChromotionHD 2.0 technology to provide smooth playback of popular HD video formats such as Blu-ray, MPEG2, H.264, VC-1 and internet video streaming. The computer features a DDR3-1066 SODIMM slot, a SATA 3Gbps port, a pair of SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, HDMI, DisplayPort, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 3.0 and VESA mounts. No word on pricing so far. [HotHardware]
The InFocus IN5314 is designed for use in schools, conference rooms, or houses of worship. Priced at $3500, this 3D-capable projector is powered by the new DLP DarkChip display technology, which is combined with the company’s BrilliantColor enhancement to produce crystal-clear images. The InFocus IN5314 offers three lens choices (standard, a short throw, and a long throw), a 1280 x 800 native resolution, a 4000 lumens of brightness, and a 2000:1 of contrast ratio. Other specs include HDMI, VGA, DVI-D, Composite, S-video, and mini USB ports. [InFocus]
Sceptre has unveiled the new X425BV-FHD 42-inch LCD HDTV that offers superb image quality and surround sound capabilities. The new LCD HDTV features a 1920 x 1080 resolution, a 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio, a 400 cd/m2 brightness level, a 50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, and a fast 5ms response time. The Sceptre X425BV-FHD also provides four HDMI ports and a USB port, allowing you to easily connect Blu-ray players, DVD players, gaming consoles, etc. The Sceptre X425BV-FHD 42-inch Full 1080P LCD HDTV is priced at $370 each. [Press Release]
Netgear has rolled out the NeoTV Streaming Player (NTV200), which will turn your TV into a SmartTV. The player provides unlimited entertainment straight into your living room. The Netgear NTV200 streams thousands of movies, TV shows, music, videos, news and games from Netflix, Vudu, YouTube, Pandora, or Napster on your TV. You can also download and install the NeoTV Remote app to your iPhone or Android smartphone. This free app will turn your iPhone or Android smartphone into a remote control for the NTV200. The device supports a high-speed 300Mbps WiFi and connects to your TV via an HDMI port. The Netgear NeoTV Streaming Player is currently available for only $79.99 a pop. [Netgear]
Sceptre has unveiled the X405BV-FHD 40-inch ultra bright LCD HDTV that offers a 1920 x 1080 resolution, a 90,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, an 8ms response time, and a 450 cd/m2 of brightness level. What makes this LCD HDTV more interesting is that it also incorporates the SRS TruSurround XT technology, which creates a high quality surround sound experience with just the two speakers inside the TV. This technology is combined with an automatic noise reduction, a 7-band equalizer, and an mpeg noise reduction. Other features include four HDMI ports and a built-in ATSC/NTSC/QAM. The Sceptre X405BV-FHD 40-inch ultra bright LCD HDTV is currently available via Walmart for $349.98 a pop. [Product Page]
NEC today introduced the LaVie Touch Windows 7 tablet in Japan. Measuring 263mm x 183mm x 15.8mm and weighing 729 grams, the gadget comes equipped with three hardware add-ons out of the box including a DVD-drive, a wireless mouse, and a wireless keyboard. The NEC LaVie Touch features a 10.1-inch IPS LCD panel with a 1,280×800 resolution with the ExTouch UI, a 1.50GHz Intel Atom Z670 processor, an Intel SM35 Express chipset, a 2GB of RAM, and a 64GB SSD. Additional specs include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, a 1.3MP digital camera, HDMI, and an SDHC card slot for storage expansion. Its battery provides up to 10.6-hour of battery life. The NEC LaVie Touch retails for $1,230. [TechCrunch]
The new Pioneer Elite BDP-53FD Blu-ray player allows you to access audio and video content from a variety of online sources such as Pandora, YouTube, and Netflix. The player also supports audio and video playback from USB and DLNA sources, as well as up-converts SD content to 1080p HD with reduced image noise. Additional specs include a Marvell Qdeo video processor and an extra HDMI output. The Pioneer Elite BDP-53FD Blu-ray player retails for $499. [Geeky Gadgets]
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]
