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ASUS Launches Wi-Fi-enabled HD Media Player

Posted by admin on November 11th, 2009

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ASUS today unveiled the O!Play Air HDP-R3 HD media player that enables users to access all their digital content from various sources wirelessly.

The O!Play Air HDP-R3 streams a wide variety of audio, photo, and high-definition video formats from PCs, NAS, card readers and other USB or eSATA-connected devices. Formats supported include MPEG1/2/4, H.264, VC-1, and the popular RMVB. Additionally, the HD media player delivers up to 1080p Full HD image rendering.

The O!Play Air HDP-R3 inherits High Definition playback features from its predecessor the O!Play HDP-R1 media player. However, the new O!Play Air HDP-R3 includes new networking features and memory slots. Equipped with the latest Wi-Fi support (802.11n), the HD media player streams content wirelessly (maximum throughputs of 600Mbps) from PCs and NAS. Also, built-in card reader slots allow users to access digital files and photos from CompactFlash (CF) and Secure Digital (SD/MMC) cards, or Memory Sticks (MS/MS Duo).

Additionally, the HD media player can wirelessly stream content from a PC, with its O!Link application providing easy file browsing and sharing capabilities.

The O!Play Air HDP-R3 player has also a dedicated music shuffle button. Located on its remote control, this button provides access to a large number of songs. Users simply need to press this button and the O!Play Air HDP-R3 will retrieve all the stored digital music files and play back the songs in random order.

Equipped with the latest eSATA interface, the O!Play Air HDP-R3 unleashes the power of quick data transfer, giving users up to six times faster throughput compared to a USB 2.0 connection.(source)

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Fairchild Releases Smallest USB Accessory Switch

Posted by admin on October 9th, 2009

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The prospect of a universal connector for charging mobile phones and other portable devices has taken a step closer with Fairchild Semiconductor claiming to have created the smallest USB accessory switch with built-in charger detection that integrates all of the key multi-media functionality into a low profile UMLP package. (more…)

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Two New Home-Theater Projectors from Epson

Posted by admin on September 22nd, 2009

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Epson has introduced two new home-theater projectors to add up to its existing lineup of other projectors. The bright 720p projector with many connectivity options is the Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 705HD. While the Epson MovieMate 60 consist of more advanced home-theater features bundled.

Talking about the Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 705HD, the projector features loads of connectivity options including HDMI 1.3 interface plus component video, S-Video and USB connectors. (more…)

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iTwin presents an all new way of syncing data using USB

Posted by admin on September 16th, 2009

iTwin is a USB gadget that brings you an all new concept of ‘cableless cable’. The device has two parts that can be plugged into two different systems and used to sync data securely without installing any software or using a login id. It gets interesting with the bit that the two systems might be anywhere around the world after the device has synced a private key! Now thats really 007 style gadget, isn’t it?

While I am not sure if this thing requires an active internet connection or something to work, it seem so. (more…)

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Vodafone introduces new multi-user WiFi Hotspot gear

Posted by admin on September 15th, 2009

vodafone_mifiVodafone has launched its mobile WiFi Hotspot device that can connect upto five simultaneous users to get access to (high-speed) internet service. The credit-card sized “MiFi 2352″ permits users present within a 10 meters range to be connected. This hotspot can also be used as a 3G modem via a USB connection to a laptop.

The MiFi 2352 allows for a maximum of 7.2 mbps while downloading, and  5.7 mbps while uploading. The bandwidth would obviously have to be shared by the number of users connected. (more…)

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Wristwatch doubles as GPS device

Posted by admin on September 11th, 2009

gps_watchThis is a GPS device set in a bulky watch to keep you on your track always. The watch can keep track of your footsteps and route via Google Maps. So if you happen to walk off while in deep thought and get lost, this watch will help you retrace your steps.

The GPS Watch has 8Mb of memory to store all your navigation details. It also comes with a handy USB cable. So when you are traveling with a netbook or laptop, just connect the watch through an available USB port and your computer will now have a fully functional GPS device. However, eager travelers can only use XP or Vista when charting out the next travel route with one’s computer and Google maps.

The watch has a rechargeable battery, with a battery-life of 21 hours. If you use this GPS Watch regularly, it will need daily recharge. Time to add this gadget along with your normal set of electronics, like music players and cellphones, needing recharging!

The GPS Watch is available from Chinavasion for US$77.61.

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Wi-Fire USB WiFi adapter reviewed

Posted by admin on August 28th, 2009

Wi-Fire is a nice geeky USB WiFi adapter that I have been testing for a week or so now. It works flawlessly with my WinXP based desktop and my Acer notebook powered by WinVista. And the good thing for many techies is the Linux compatibility.

Wi-Fire certainly performs better than my old D-Link DW-G122 adapter as well as my internal WiFi adapter on the Acer. The installation process is simple and you can easily configure this thing in minutes. Wi-Fire has a very innovative design taking a different approach than the standard USB sticks that we see. WiFire can cling to your LCD monitor or any other location pretty easily and you just need to rotate the antenna to optimize the WiFi range. The connection to the system takes place with the help of a mini USB cable.

For me the Wi-Fire improves the WiFi connectivity by 20-30% (thats like doubling the range available at times) with three wireless routers being shared around my neighbourhood. Since I use a desktop for regular work, I really don’t mind using the WiFire as it hangs around on unused airspace on my table, however if you plan to use this with a notebook, be sure you are adding a not so small accessory to your bag.  WiFire is priced at $59.

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