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NeoDigits announces 1080p DVD player
Philip Wong | Oct 11, 2006
The Hong Kong-based manufacturer reinforces its current line of HELIOS DVD players with the announcement of the upcoming H4000 series. The sleek all-black player features 50/60Hz 1080p support via HDMI and component-video as well as 1080i-compatibility from its PC output.
High Definition compatibility aside, the player is capable of playing back just about every popular format available in the consumer space. Besides the customary MP3, WMA, JPEG and DivX formats, it also handles media encoded with Xvid, MPEG-1, MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 content out-of-the-box.
The H4000 will be available from October 17 at US$169 directly from NeoDigits or its dealers in the US, European Union and Australia.
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Laser to power future rear-projection TV
Philip Wong | Oct 11, 2006
Aussie chipmaker Arasor International and America-based Novalux recently showcased in Australia the world’s first laser-projection TV. Built by Mitsubishi, the prototype using the formers’ chip and laser engine is expected to enter production in December 2007.
According to Novalux, this new technology offers a number of advantages over its incumbent plasma and LCD offerings. These range from richer colors for enhanced details to lower power consumption and a staggering 50 percent price difference in affordability.
Just to whet your appetite, expect these new entries to sell at less than US$1,000 when they hit the market.
More info herePioneer’s A/V lineup under one roof
Philip Wong | Oct 06, 2006
If you missed Pioneer's stunning full-HD demonstration during the recent International Sound and Sight Exhibition held in Singapore, here comes another opportunity to catch a glimpse of the Blu-ray and PDP-5000EX combination. The company is showcasing its 2006 A/V lineup at its PURE HD World event taking place at the Suntec Convention Centre meeting rooms 325 and 326, from October 5 to 8, 11am to 9pm.
Besides offering an upclose and personal experience, Pioneer’s staff will also be on the ground providing expert advice and answers to product queries. Whether you are eyeing its home entertainment product or planning for your X'mas giveaway, the showcase is definitely an event worth visiting this coming weekend.
More info hereWorld's first HD Blu-ray DVRs
Philip Wong | Oct 04, 2006
The patriotic Japanese manufactures just love to reserve the good stuff for their own countrymen. Panasonic is no exception. Announced recently are a pair of Blu-ray high-definition recorders jam-packed with the just about all known recording functionalities. You will get HD pictures, up to 50GB on Blu-ray and 500GB on the harddrive, HDMI connectivity and an assortment of digital and analog tuners.
Technicalities aside, the flagship DMR-BW200 is also capable of recording two digital TV programs simultaneously on hard drive. If that’s not tantalizing enough, you will also have an option to record one program on hard drive while recording another on Blu-ray recordable. These new Blu-ray recorders are slated for release in Japan from November 15.
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