Here is the spanking new Wi-FI enabled digital photo frame that features an 8 inch 800 x 600 touchscreen LCD (800 X 600) with a built-in 1GB of memory, which is enough to store 5,000 photos, and alarm clock function. This Linux-powered digital photo frame can pull photos from Gmail and Flicker and has touchscreen interface for network configuration. Other features include MP3 support for music playback and auto power saving. The IGala Wi-Fi Linux Touchscreen Digital Photo Frame is available for $239.99. [ThinkGeek]
Sanyo comes back with a new WiFi-enabled R227 Tabletop Radio. The device offers standard FM reception with thousands of internet stations and podcasts. It also has stereo speakers, one-button on / off, a bundled remote, an Ethernet jack, auxiliary input for DAPs and an audio output to connect with the sound systems. Available in a black wood gloss finish, the Sanyo WiFi-enabled R227 Tabletop Radio will be exclusive available in Canada for $220. [Engadget]
Samsung has finally launched the Samsung Epix in the US via AT&T. Available in a sleek silver finish, the phone provides Wi-Fi connectivity, Windows Mobile 6.1 operating system, an integrated aGPS, AT&T Video Share support, Global roaming, a 2MP camera with video recording capability, Full QWERTY keyboard and a 2.5 inch TFT color display. What makes this smartphone different is that it adopts Microsoft Direct Push technology that allows the Epix to support multiple email accounts. You can purchase the Samsung Epix for $200 after a mail-in rebate and a 2-year service agreement. [Press Release via Upcoming Cell Phones]
Japan-based Nikon Corporation today introduced their Media Port UP, a multimedia playback headset device that supports Wi-Fi. Nikon tries to combine display screen, headphones, mobile A/V player, Wi-Fi capability, high-capacity memory, and power source in one compact device. Priced at around $587, the Nikon Media Port UP will be available in the form of the high-performance UP300x and the basic UP300. Unfortunately, this kewl wearable gadget is only available in the Japanese market. [GeekAlerts]
Smartparts SP3200WF Wi-Fi Digital Photo Frame is claimed to be the largest Wi-Fi digital photo frame in the world. Measuring 32 inch, it comes with a natural wood frame with espresso finish and museum quality beige mat. The digital photo frame can also display hundreds of digital photos on a slideshow format. The Smartparts SP3200WF offers 1,366 x 768 resolution, 16:9 widescreen format, supports video playback, SD, MS, and Compact Flash memory card slot. What makes this giant photo frame cool is that it can display PowerPoint slides, PDF files, and most picture and graphic files. Each purchase of the Smartparts SP3200WF comes with an RF remote control with 100ft operating range. [UberGizmo]
Check out this rather unique home security device, the Rovio Wi-Fi Robot. The Rovio Wi-Fi Robot is a great idea as a security measure when you’re away on holiday. This ingenious piece of gadgetry streams video and audio through a built-in camera, and can be controlled from anywhere. Use Rovio to check in on your family while away from home, watch over your house while away on vacation, or look over your pets during your lunchtime. You can use any web accessible device such as a mobile phone, gaming console or PC to control it, but for the more traditional of us it does also come with its own remote control. Available around Mid September 2008, with a suggested retail price of $299. [Red5]
Linksys’ WRT610N simultaneous dual-N band router has been released. The device allows the 802.11n WiFi standard to run on both 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz at the same time. Linksys sells this new router with a price tag of $200. [Engadget]
Netgear’s new open source router, the WGR614L, allows users to fine-tune settings including signal strength and security without the need to wait for Netgear to add those features themselves. Features of the WGR614L include VPN and WEP support, WPA and WP2 security; and Wi-Fi Protected Security. This router also provides four Ethernet ports. The Netgear WGR614L is priced at $69. [Electronista]
Here is a new digital frame from Sony, the CP1. The frame comes equipped with a 7 inch LCD with 800×480 pixel resolution. The device is compatible with CF, MS, SD memory cards and can read JPEG, BMP, PNG, GIF image files and MP3 and WAV audio files. The Sony CP1 is powered by a i.MX31 (ARM11 400MHz) CPU with a Timesys Linux 2.6.19 operating system. What makes this digital frame cool is that it sports wireless B/G connectivity. Watch the video after the jump to get more details. [Akihabara] More
Shuttle comes back with a new AMD-based home theater PC (HTPC) that features a Blu-Ray + HD-DVD combo drive and a DVB-T TV Tuner. Too bad, its RAM is only 1GB so you need to upgrade it to 2GB. Other features include AMD Athlon X2 6000+ processor, 500GB HDD, ATI Graphics, Wi-Fi and Windows Vista Premium OS. [Akihabara]
