Archives for January 2006
Nintendo saves gamers' pockets
Edvarcl Heng | Jan 26, 2006
After the success of the Nintendo DS, the Japanese gaming giant goes the miniaturization route with a tinier DS. Dubbed the DS Lite, this gaming baby retains the features of its bigger predecessor, but measures a pint-sized 133 x 73.9 x 21.5mm. It weighs just 218g compared with the original DS (149 x 85 x 29mm and 255g). To be launched on March 2, it's too bad this diet DS will be available only in (surprise, surprise) Japan. To be priced at 16,000 yen (US$138.11). Update: The correct price is 16,800 yen (US$144.28).
More info here
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Malaria Monitor wristwatch
Juniper Foo | Jan 26, 2006
It's hard to know what's worse. Being stabbed by damn moskies. Or by a wristwatch that's supposed to do the deed four times a day. But if it's a question of life or death, what's an annoying little prick every few hours? Enter South African inventor Dr Gervan Lubbe's digital timepiece. This lances the wrist with a tiny needle four times a day and tests the blood for malaria parasites. If the parasite count tops 50, an alarm sounds and a brightly colored mosquito image flashes on the watch face. The wearer must then take three tablets. As backup, the watch's radio frequency transmits the wearer's information to a central computer, so health departments can ensure that those at risk take the tablets. Here's a Fear Factor trivia to take away: Malaria kills over one million people yearly, while making 300 million wretchedly ill. (picture from artist impression)
See more details of watch here
Price: 1,700 rand (US$280)
Availability: Next month
Device: Wristwatch monitor
Basic specs: N.A.
B&O pyramid speakers
Philip Wong | Jan 25, 2006
If you think you've seen it all, guess you never set your sights on a pair of pyramid-shaped loudspeakers. Mount them on the wall, ceiling or desktop and be inspired by the cute form and striking colors--available in red and blue, too.
What is more intriguing is that the Dutch manufacturer has managed to pack a 35W digital amplifier, 19mm fabric dome tweeter and 100mm woofer into a compact 215 x 197 x 205mm cabinet. Even better, your investment is safely guarded by built-in protection circuits just in case you go wild blasting over the top.
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Palm releases firmware update for Treo 650
Reuben Lee | Jan 25, 2006
Palm Inc. today announced a new firmware update for its Treo 650 smart phone customers in the Asia-Pacific region. The Updater 1.20 includes several enhanced features such as the new Versamail 3.1E with Gmail support, Gmail attachment downloads using the Web browser as well as optimized Bluetooth performance and added support for headsets and car kits.
The latest firmware update also promises improved memory handling when opening large Web pages, better device performance for heavy data usage and improved voice quality. It will come with the option for masked password entry in the browser and improved customizable voice or sound recordings for specific callers. The Updater 1.20, which can be downloaded from the Treo 650 support Web site, is available now.
With our powers combined
Damian Koh | Jan 25, 2006
Move over, Apple. Adobe today released its Production Studio which has received a makeover to include new versions of After Effects, Premiere Pro, Audition and Encore DVD. The California company also introduced its Dynamic Link which enhances workflow to maximize productivity.
An extension of the Adobe Creative Suite, the Production Studio's foray into the market comes nearly two months after the company completed its acquisition of Macromedia on December 3, 2005.
Following the acquisition, Adobe also announced three new bundles: The Adobe Design Bundle, Adobe Web Bundle and the Adobe Video Bundle--all of which are available on the market now.
Touted as the most complete post-production software solution available, the Production Studio is targeted at various groups of people including enterprise users, knowledge workers, developers, creative personnel and mainstream consumers.
Other features of the new software include a unified interface and a file browser that's compatible across all the programs in the bundle--neat, especially if you have a lot of applications open and you need to access similar files.
The Production Studio is power-hungry, so you'll need to meet the minimum system requirements of Pentium 4 1.4GHz processor for DV (Pentium 4 3.6CHz processor for HDV), 21GB of hard disk space and 1GB RAM (when running multiple applications) in order not to crash and burn.
Estimated street prices are S$3,349 (US$2,203.29) for the Premium edition and S$2,359 (US$1,551.97) for the Standard edition. PC not included.
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