Get in focus with the Play Big!

The latest Play Big projectors are the brainchild of a bold initiative targeted at creating an identity for InFocus home theater offerings. This was accomplished with an alluring black piano finish matched by smooth curves reminiscent of its flagship ScreenPlay 777 three-chipper.

The series comes in three different flavors with the entry-level IN72 making a 480p proposition, followed by the IN74EX for 576p and the high-end IN76 covering true HD duties with its native 720p resolution.

Aesthetics aside, the Play Big has also incorporated many performance-enhancing features including a 10-bit Pixelworks DNX video-processing chip, advanced six-segment color wheels. You can also expect the same D65 calibration for solid out-of-the-box color renditions standard in its previous line of projectors.

The IN72 will be available in Singapore early next month at an estimated retail price of S$2,000 (US$1,470.59).
More info here

Nakamichi Lumi plasma TVs

Showcased last year at IFA 2005, the Lumi series of Nakamichi plasma TVs are finally heading our way.

Available in 42, 50 and 63 inches, the Lumi offers exquisite design and outstanding quality affiliated with the Nakamichi brand name. The displays are centered on a black lacquered piano-finish screen panel encased in a handcrafted wood housing complete with folded metal buttons and a granite-grounded pedestal stand.

Technophobic users will also be delighted by the strong connectivity with digitally inclined DVI and HDMI terminals at their disposal--a perfect complement for maximizing the performance of the 10,000:1 contrast ratio and 1,500cd/m2 brightness LCD panel.
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Motion simulation chair

Watch Lord of the Rings: Return of the King, and be uplifted at the same time. Literally. D-Box's Quest X3ME (pronounced "extreme") chairs draw you into the action by synchronizing with the onscreen movement and sound. In short, your own home theater motion simulation setup. According to specs, this hot seat provides dramatic motion at up to 2 Gs of acceleration, and is capable of 100 movements per second. Just remember to keep a barf bag by the side for when the ride gets too wild. For movies that work with your D-Box, check in here.

Get upclose

Price: US$5,299 for a single seat covered in NuSuede to US$10,299 for a loveseat with dual motorized reclining options covered in leather; US$1,000 for PC-based PC3 Motion Controller Interface and Windows software; US$3,200 for Series 3 340c Kinetron Controller with built-in 40GB hard drive; US$250 for F/X Motion Code Vol. 1, 2, 3, & 4
Availability: Check out the Web site
Device: Motion simulation chair
Basic specs: SynDrive motorized actuators, 2-Axis Motion System, multiple fabrics & colors

Hannspree Style

Remember those wacky LCD TVs from Hannspree? If you find fantasy or sports themes too quirky for your taste, there's now a Style collection for the more sophisticated (read: serious) set. You get to pick from 12 designs, though only two really stand out at first glance. That's the HANNSstarlight, a 15-incher with starburst-inspired contours, and HANNStime.square, a 12-inch set resembling a men's sports watch with thermometer and hydrometer on either side. That said, the 9.6-inch HANNSwood (pictured) does have its country charms.

See HANNStime.square | HANNSstarlight

Price: From US$299.99 to US$999.99
Availability: See Web site
Device: LCD TVs
Basic specs: See Web site for individual specs

Xbox 360 coming!

The agonizing wait is over! Singaporean gamers will be able to grab their set of Xbox 360 from March 16. Two flavors are available: A S$660 (US$485.29) Xbox 360 and a S$535 (US$393.38) Xbox 360 Core System.

The Xbox 360 will include a 20GB hard drive, wireless controller, Xbox Live headset, Hi-def A/V interconnects and network cable, while the Core System features a wired controller and composite A/V interconnects.

If you are interested in accessorizing your shiny-new Xbox 360, check out pricing details for the optional accessories.

First- and second-party game titles	S$69.90 (US$51.40)
Xbox Live premium pack	S$69.90 (US$51.40)
Wireless controller	S$75.90 (US$55.81)
Wired controller	S$59.90 (US$44.04)
Play-and-charge cable and NiMH rechargeable battery pack	S$33 (US$24.26)
Rechargeable battery pack	S$17 (US$12.50)
20GB hard drive	S$159 (US$116.91)
64MB memory unit	S$59.90 (US$44.04)
Universal media remote	S$49.90 (US$36.69)
Wireless network adapter	S$129 (US$94.85)
Wired headset	S$33 (US$24.26)
Xbox Live one-/three-month subscription	S$13.90 (US$10.22)/S$34.90 (US$25.66)

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