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Asus Xonar HDAV1.3 for Home Theater PCs

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 06:20:41 +0000

Asus’s high-end solution for hi-def multimedia on PCs has arrived in India. The Xonar HDAV1.3 is touted to be the world’s first HDMI 1.3a compliant audio/video enhancement combo card. The card integrates certifications of Protected Audio Playback Systems (PAPS) and full Advanced Access Content System (AACS) which helps to play unconverted Blu-ray audio on the PC and with a bit of help of ArcSoft’s Total Media Theater, Xonar can produce lossless audio content from Blu-ray movies at 24bit, 96-192Khz.

Splendid HD video processor onboard ensures quality video playback at 1080p resolution while proprietary AV200 audio processor delivers 192K LPCM audio on 7.1 channel. The rich feature set doesn’t end here as it also has a 120dB Signal-to Noise Ratio (SNR) delivering audio to the 7.1 channel stereo and DS3D GX2.0 for gamers. However, to use the DS3D GX2.0 feature, the user needs to have an ASUS GPU installed in the computer.

The card will sell at a price of Rs. 15,300 ($348). Who said quality comes cheap?

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Worlds thinnest MP4 player Chinavision CVSJ-1304

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 03:31:22 +0000

Saving space is more and more important in our day. All the gadgets manufacturers want to make their gadgets as small and as thin as possible.

Chinavision CVSJ-1304 is probably the world thinnest MP4 player.

The MP player supports MP4, MP3, WMA, ASF, and WAV.

Chinavision CVSJ-1304 Specifications:

Memory: 4GB
Display: Size: 1.8, Resolution: 160×128
Supported Formats: MP4, MP3, WMA, ASF, WAV
Bit rate: 32~320Kbps
FM Radio: 87.5-108Mhz
Built in MIC Record Format: WAV
Earphone Jack Output: 5mW + 5mW
Earphone Jack Size: 2.5mm
SNR (Signal to Noise Ratio): 75dB
Languages: English, Korean, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish, Czech, Danish, Polish, Russian, Turkish, Thai, Romanian, Greek and Hebrew
USB: 2.0 (1.1 Compatible)
System: Windows 98SE and Later, MAC OS 9.2 and Later
Power Source: Internal Lithium Ion Battery
Dimension: 85×54×4.5mm
Super Slim Design
Simple Menu Interface
Touch Panel Buttons

Price $39.55.

More details on Chinavision website.

USB Spy Camera+MP3 Sunglasses(With Wireless Remote Shutter)

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 13:24:26 +0000

Mission Impossible Gear! You can take secret pictures "Anytime & Anywhere".
USB Spy Camera Sunglass is Built-in with 2GB Flash memory that allows to Take more than 15,000 photos. With the High-Tech Mininature 1.3MP Spy-Camera, it makes the color picture in 1280x1024 size. Built-in Rechargeable Li-ion Battery allows Up to 6 hours (Music) / 2 hours (10 photos/min) / 4 hours (5 photos/min) / 9 hour (1 photo/min).

Also, the Wireless Remote Control for operating the Camera, you can just put your hand in the trousers pocket and simply Press the Remote Button to take pictures without attract anyone notice. What's more, it comes with Stereo Headphones & MP3 Functions for this Super Sunglasses as well.
Honestly, I want one of this cool stuff in the Summer Beach.........Well, I mean to enjoy my favorite MP3 Music actually!!

Price US$165.00 from brando

Features:
UV Coated and Polarized Lenses (by Polaroid Corporation) with high performance durable optical frame for extra protection
Built-in High-Tech Mininature 1.3MP Spy-Camera with Wireless Remote Shutter for Taking pictures
State-of-the-Art Digital Audio Performance with 3D stereo sound effect
Built-in Rechargeable Li-ion Battery: Automatically Detect Battery voltage and Power Indicator
Blue and Red color LED indicators
Supports computer data files storage

Specifications:
Built-In Memory: 2GB
Memory Media Type: Flash
Data File Storage: Yes. about 10,000 photos/GB
File Transmission Speed: USB 2.0 High Speed
Firmware Upgradeable: Yes
Player-to-PC Connection: USB cable

Music playback:
File Formats Supported: MP3 / WMA
SNR: min. 80db
Bit Rate Supported: 32Kbps-320Kbps
Play Modes: Normal / Random
Auto Resume: Yes

Camera:
Resolution: 1.3 Mega Pixels (1280x1024)
Focus range: 0.3 to infinity
Remote control photo shooting: Yes

Power:
Battery Type: Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery (2 to 3 hours for full charge)
Battery Life (Maximum): Up to 6 hours (Music); 2 hours (10 photos/min); 4 hours (5 photos/min); 9 hour (1 photo/min)

Package Contents:
USB Spy Camera + MP3 Sunglasses
Wireless Remote Shutter
USB cable
Replaceable flip-up lens

Asus Xonar D1 7.1 PCI Soundcard

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 04:50:54 +0000

Asus has released a new soundcard - the Xonar D1 7.1. This PCI soundcard will update the previous Xonar DX with (a claimed) 35 times cleaner audio quality compared to other motherboard audio, hitting signal to noise ratio of 116dB. Other features include :-

Integrated DS3D GX
CirrusLogics CS4398 audio DAC (120dB SNR & 117dB THD+N)
1/32 (-105dB) of the total harmonics distortion present in motherboard audio (-75dB)

That's pretty technical, but to sum it up, it is much quieter when things are supposed to be quiet, and it does not shirk from reproducing near perfect sounds when the situation calls for it. If you can't tell the difference with your motherboard audio, either get a better speaker or your ears checked. There is no word on pricing and availability for the Asus Xonar D1 7.1 PCI soundcard.

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ASUS Xonar D1 7.1 PCI soundcard

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 02:29:26 +0000

With the new Asus Xonar D1 7.1 PCI soundcard, users can enjoy the same rich gaming audio effects and extensive Dolby Home Theater features as the PCI express Xonar DX soundcard and free up PCI express slots for other uses at the same time. This iteration of the Xonar provides fine-tuned audio components that reach a clear 116dB SNR (Signal-to-Noise Ratio); while the built-in DS3D GX revives support for DirectSound HW multi-channel gaming audio and the latest EAX (Environment Audio Extension) in PC games.

Press release after the jump

The Asus Xonar D1 also comes equipped with the renowned DS3D GX 2.0, which revives EAX HD 5.0 DirectSound HW effects in games for both Windows XP and Vista. DS3D GX 2.0 automatically enables the latest EAX and DirectSound HW after installation, with no additional driver patches, game modifications, or OpenAL required.

Taipei, Taiwan, July 27, 2008 – Following the success of the award-winning PCI express Xonar DX soundcard, ASUS, producer of top-notch audio devices, has responded to audiophile requests for a PCI version with the same exceptional features and value. Today, with the release of the ASUS Xonar D1 PCI soundcard, users can enjoy the same rich gaming audio effects and extensive Dolby Home Theater features as the Xonar DX, and free up PCI express slots for other uses at the same time. This iteration of the Xonar provides fine-tuned audio components that reach a clear 116dB SNR (Signal-to-Noise Ratio); while the built-in DS3D GX revives support for DirectSound HW multi-channel gaming audio and the latest EAX (Environment Audio Extension) in PC games.

35 Times Cleaner Audio Quality over Most Motherboard Audio
Most onboard audio can only provide 80-86 dB SNR. Consequently, background noises are noticeable and can interfere with music and games. By adopting a CirrusLogics CS4398 audio DAC (120dB SNR & 117dB THD+N), noise levels on the Xonar D1 soundcard are only 1/35 (2.8%) of the noise levels when compared to motherboard audio. Additionally, the Xonar D1 also produces as little as 1/32 (-105dB) of the total harmonics distortion present in motherboard audio (-75dB).

Supports the Latest DS3D GX 2.0 for Gaming on Vista & XP
The Xonar D1 also comes equipped with the renowned DS3D GX 2.0, which revives EAX HD 5.0 DirectSound HW effects in games for both Windows XP and Vista. DS3D GX 2.0 automatically enables the latest EAX and DirectSound HW after installation, with no additional driver patches, game modifications, or OpenAL required; while extending MMOG EAX to online chat, allowing users to place their voice into the game's environment with ease.
S/PDIF Header Easily Combines Audio and Video through a VGA Card's HDMI Output
The new S/PDIF header allows connectivity with supported VGA cards, and facilitates merged outputs of audio and video through a VGA card's HDMI port. This provides a clean, simple solution for Home Theater PC builders
Innovative VocalFX Makes Gaming and Online Chat Lively and Attractive
VocalFX is an innovative voice processing technology that places the user's voice into the realistic game landscape (VoiceEX) or emulates background scenes in online chat (ChatEX). It is also able to change the voice pitch to disguise identities (Magic Voice) – dramatically increasing the fun for voice communication in PC games.

Dolby Sound Technologies for Ultimate High Quality Audio
Besides delivering impressive audio quality, the Xonar D1, like other members of the Xonar family of audio devices, is also packed with multiple sound technologies from Dolby to deliver outstanding entertainment experiences. These include Dolby Digital Live, which converts PC or game audio content into Dolby Digital in real-time; Dolby Headphone, which creates a surround sound listening experience when using any set of headphones; Dolby Virtual Speaker, which delivers a vibrant surround sound listening experience from stereo speakers and Dolby Pro Logic® IIx, which creates up to 7.1-channel surround sounds from stereo or 5.1 sources.

Creative Labs PCMCIA Sound Blaster Audigy 2 ZS Notebook

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 08:21:52 +0000

The PCMCIA Sound Blaster Audigy 2 ZS Notebook opens a new era of possibilities for the notebook user. This sound card delivers features previously only available to PC users but now available to notebook users (even those that are highly mobile). This is achieved by combining crystal clear audio with advanced, hardware-accelerated features all in a tiny PCMCIA format card! For instance it delivers THX certified 24-bit ADVANCED HD audio quality playback with incredible 104dB SNR, allowing for audiophile quality playback with support for DVD-Audio at up to 24-bit/192kHz and Windows Media 9: 24-bit multi-channel audio format.
The Sound Blaster Audigy 2 ZS Notebook also provides encompassing 7.1 surround sound for Dolby Digital EX as well as DTS-ES supported DVD movies; any DirectSound3D games and CMSS 3D virtualized 7.1 stereo music. Gamers will love the hardware accelerated EAX 4.0 ADVANCED HD that not only brings games to life, but delivers maximum performance! Musicians will also enjoy true 24-bit recording and low latency ASIO support for the ultimate audio recording platform. Notebook audio just got very, very interesting!

Technical Details

* Superior Home Theater sound quality for all your music, movies, and games
* Rich, high-fidelity, 24-bit audio with 256 times the clarity of your basic notebook sound
* Enjoy music, movies and games in virtual surround on headphones or full surround on 5.1 or 7.1 speakers
* Make your digital music sound dramatically better with EAX ADVANCED HD Music Tools
* Experience game sound effects so realistic that you'll feel like you are actually in the game

Customer feedback:

1. most new laptops come with Good Enough sound quality. Most speaker systems will Fake high quality. Don't be hasty and buy a card before you've tested your laptop with your speakers. If it isn't good enough, then look at something like this. But it's so much cheaper to get the right soundcard integrated in the first place... what kind of laptop are you buying anyway if you're willing to spend 99bucks on audio for it, but not willing to fork it out in the first place?

2. This is my second card, the first was stepped on by a youngster. I have a very high end laptop, but the sound is terrible. Using this card and decent pair of headphones does the trick. Good quality and easily installs. I think creative did a good job with this product.

Worlds Thinnest MP3 Player

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 11:23:52 +0000

Check out this MP3 player which is only 4.5mm thick. The thinnest MP4 player on the market to date. At only 4.5mm depth (aprox the size of 4 or so credit cards stacked on top of each other), this is the PMP to get if you are looking for the most features possible, without having to Take up too much pocket space.

Crammed in are such features as 4GB of internal flash memory, easy touch button control, a MIC recorder, a high brightness 160×128 resolution screen, and more. Customers, dropshippers, and resellers; be the first one on your block to own and sell this world slimmest MP4 player.

Specifications
* Memory: 4GB
* Display:
Size: 1.8
Resolution: 160×128
* Supported Formats: MP4, MP3, WMA, ASF, WAV
* Bit rate: 32~320Kbps
* FM Radio: 87.5-108Mhz
* Built in MIC Record Format: WAV
* Earphone Jack Output: 5mW + 5mW
* Earphone Jack Size: 3.5mm
* SNR (Signal to Noise Ratio): 75dB
* Languages: English, Korean, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish, Czech, Danish, Polish, Russian, Turkish, Thai, Romanian, Greek and Hebrew
* USB: 2.0 (1.1 Compatible)
* System: Windows 98SE and Later, MAC OS 9.2 and Later
* Power Source: Internal Lithium Ion Battery
* Dimension: 85×54x4.5mm

* Manufacturer Ref.: G9536FUECW82
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Worlds Thinnest MP3 Player

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 06:23:52 +0000

* Manufacturer Ref.: G9536FUECW82
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Worlds Thinnest MP3 Player

Bluetooth Handsfree Speaker - BTHF260

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 16:19:26 +0000

- BTHF260 is specially designed product allowing car drivers to make and receive calls without holding a mobile phone, in order to improve driving safety.
- It is Bluetooth V1.2 compliant. It provides a clean wireless audio connection with most of popular Bluetooth mobiles phones and PDAs.
- The caller's ID, phone books, battery capacity, call progress information and device status could be displayed on OLED. The user can easily setup the device, such as pairing, phone books synchronization, etc. via user-friendly menu.
- It allow the user to synchronize the phone book with paired mobile phones and originate calls from the phone book.
- Software upgradeable feature allows users to upgrade new version of software via USB port.
- It is easily to mount the device with Sun-visor Clip or Vent Mount Clip in your car. User can be flexible to use it in the car or carry out to the office and home.

Price US$100.00 from brando

Bluetooth Spec.:
Standard: Bluetooth2.0, Class II
Frequency Band: 2.4~2.48GHz
Profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, HS/HF,OBEX and OPP profiles
Operation Range: 10 meters (33 feet)
Data Rate: 723 Kbps
Sensitivity: -80dBm@0.1%BER
RF TX Power: 0dBm
Pairing: Point to Point

Audio Spec.:
Audio Codec THDN: 16bits
Audio SNR: 90dB@44.1kHz
Speaker Output: Stereo speakers up to 115dB
Speaker Power: 1.5Wx2
Audio Encryption: 128bits

Dimension and Usability:
Dimension: 26(h)X55(w)X90(l)
OLED Display: 1Inch
Weight: 69g (include battery)
Buttons: Six buttons support power on/off; navigating user's menu and phone book, Setup up Bluetooth Device, such as Pairing; Receive, Reject, Redial, Voice Dialing, Volume Adjust, Mute, Call Termination, Call waiting, Conference call, etc.
Indicators: Blue LED
Connecter: Standard 3.5mm earpiece connector

Battery, Power and Charge:
Battery: 770 mA Rechargeable Lithium Polymer Battery
Working/Standby Time: Up to 6/550 hours
Working Current: Average 110 mA (Talking) <1.2mA (Standby)
Low Battery Warning: Warning Beep & LED Display
Charge Time: Around 2.5 hours
Charge Current: 300mA
Charge Interface: 4-pin mini USB
Charger: 5V DC output 12/24V Car Charger OR 5V DC output 100-240 AC Travel Charger

Package Content:
Bluetooth Handsfree Speaker
Car Charger
USB Charging Cable
Sun-visor Clip
Vent Mount Clip
User Manual

Sony announces own backside illuminated CMOS take that OmniVision

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 05:06:51 +0000

Filed under: Digital Cameras

Well, there you have it: the BSI gauntlet has been officially thrown. Sony just announced its own backside-illuminated CMOS sensor meant to rival OmniVision’s achievment. Sony’s sensor features 1.75 micron pixels totalling 5 effective megapixels capable of 60fps and offers low noise at twice the sensitivity of traditional sensors at the same pixel size. That’s a signal to noise ratio of +8dB (+6dB sensitivity, -2dB noise), nerds. Nice Sony, but OmniVision’s 8 megapixel sensor targeting cameraphones (Sony’s is apparently targeting digital cameras and camcorders) brings the pixels down to 1.4 microns (with 0.9 micron pixels on the roadmap) albeit with an undisclosed SNR. Regardless, we look forward to seeing our friends’ chemically-spiked club shots in excruciatingly slovenly detail later this year.

BSI, learn it — it’s shaping up to do for imaging what perpendicular did for magnetic storage.

[Via FarEastGizmos]

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