
You are lucky if you are living in Japan, because LUXA2 will launch their latest LUXA2 PC Case LM300 Touch Pro in that country under the LVA20052N1Z code name. This aluminum HTPC case features a 7-inch touchscreen LCD with a 1024×768 resolution. Sadly, the LUXA2 PC Case LM300 Touch Pro retails for a hefty 75,000 Yen or around $825. [Akihabara]

Lenovo has updated their media PC series by releasing the Lenovo “fit anywhere” Q700 HTPC. This ultra-quiet computer features an Intel Pentium Dual Core E5200 processor, a 4GB of RAM, a DVD burner, a 640GB hard drive, and an integrated X4500 graphics. Other specs including a built in TV tuner, and an HDMI out. The Lenovo “fit anywhere” Q700 HTPC is available now for approx $499. [Lenovo]

Niveus today introduced its new HTPC. Dubbed as the Niveus Zone, the device measures only 6.5 inch x 6.5 inch x 1.97 inch and weighing at just 3.2 pounds. The Niveus Zone HTPC features Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0GHz processor with 2GB RAM, Gigabit Ethernet, Blu-ray drive, 160GB hard drive, Intel GMA X4500 HD graphics chipset, HDMI 1.3 connectivity and 7.1 channel surround sound. The HTPC is powered by Windows Vista OS and retails for $1,499. Each purchase comes equipped with a multimedia remote control. [Product Page]

Case manufacturer Antec has revealed its latest HTPC case, including some add-ons to make existing computers more home-entertainment friendly. The basic Micro Fusion Remote 350 is a compact 4.5 x 15.1 x 16.1-inches, and includes an aluminium front panel with IR receiver, remote control and LCD display. These add-ons come in 3 models, The Basic kit slips into a 3.5-inch drive bay and again, is just a simple IR receiver with a standard remote. The Elite package adds a VFD display, volume control, and a deluxe remote and fits into a single 5.25-inch bay. Lastly, the Premier–which fits in two 5.25-inch drive bays–has an LCD, front media control panel with menu navigation, a volume control wheel, and media playback buttons. All of the modules include iMedian HD software that supports playback of nearly all media formats and supports full HD 1080p resolution and is compatible with Windows Media Center Edition, Windows Vista, and XP. The Micro Fusion Remote 350 is priced at $239.95, while the Multimedia Station add-ons range is priced at $39.95, $99.95, $119.95 and $29.95 for the Basic, Elite, Premium and E-Z respectively. These prices are considerably much cheaper comparable to other brands. [SlashGear]