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October 2006

» The Walletino - a UMPC for ladies
While not every woman has a need for an online powder room, The Walletino can offer storage for your credit cards, your cash, business cards, a mirror or whatever you find absolutely essential. However, we think you'll agree that having an online price checking tool in your purse could save you and your family a lot of money...more>>>

» Thermaltake Ruby Orb CPU cooler
The new Ruby Orb CPU cooler from Thermaltake utilizes an radial dissipation design that is unique in the cooling industry. The numbers of cooling fins multiply as they extend from the center of the Ruby Orb to reduce backpressure on the fan and faster heat dissipation. The y-split fin design allows the Ruby Orb to maximize its cooling fins ...more>>>

» Acer Ferrari 1000 and 5000 Notebooks
The Acer Ferrari notebook computer styled in black and "Ferrari red" must have had some success, because Acer have announced the release of new dual-core, carbon-fiber cased Acer Ferrari 1000 and Acer Ferrari 5000 notebooks in North America. Both the Ferrari 1000 and Ferrari 5000 are based on the latest AMD Turion 64 X2...more>>>

» New Kingston DataTraveler waterproof USB 2.0 flash drives
Kingston Technology Company, Inc. introduced a new line of rugged, waterproof USB 2.0 Flash drives featuring industry-leading hardware-based encryption to safeguard critical data. The newly introduced Kingston DataTraveler Secure and DataTraveler Secure – Privacy Edition drives...more>>>

» Samsung SGH-X830 / Samsung Blush
It may have come out of the Samsung factory with a very dull name - the Samsung SGH-X830 - but this is probably one of the most interesting phones that we've seen this year. It's a very distinctive handset to look at, measuring just 84x30x20mm and coming in at 72 grams...more>>>

» Motorola SLVR L7e
Motorola just announced their latest stylish slim device, part of the SLVR series – the L7e. The GSM phone is not targeted to the US, but it’s quad-band frequencies support will allow those who like overseas shopping to use it without problems. The successor of the L7 keeps most of its features but has several slight updates ...more>>>

» LG CYON-Shine SV420 Mobile Phone
The LG-SV420 (otherwise known as the LG Shine) is a very attractive 3G slider phone for the Korean market. This is an EV-DO / CDMA device, but if it follows on from the popular Chocolate, we might see versions of the Shine worldwide ...more>>>

» North America Gets Bang & Olufsen's Serene

Almost a year after rolling it out in the rest of the world, Bang & Olufsen is bringing its tiny Serene clamshell phone to North America. Bang & Olfusen is launching its first cell phone in the North American market: the Serene, co-developed with electronics maker Samsung. Although B&O rolled out the Serene in international markets ...more>>>

» Planex 5 in 1 Card Reader/Writer
PL-CR100EC from Planex Communications Inc .is a 5 in 1 express card Reader/Writer. This plug and play card reader supports SD, MMC, MS, MS-Pro, xD media cards. The express card reader measures 34 x100 x 5 mm and weighs 22g ...more>>>

» Shuttle XPC P2 3700G for Gamers
Shuttle today said it had managed to squeeze all the components necessary for a top-of-the-line gaming machine into one of its XPC small form-factor PC cases, claiming the result to be the "performance winner". It should be, for the price...more>>>

» SAMSUNG SCH-B540 DMB Phone
Samsung’s stylish new SCH-B540 handset offers a swivel QVGA TFT-LCD display, 2.0-megapixel camera, a built-in DMB tuner, Bluetooth, stereo speakers, and TV-out. It measures in at just 14.9mm thick. Pricing and availability have not yet been announced...more>>>

» Sony Portable Satellite Navigation System
For daily commuters who want to avoid traffic, Sony Electronics today revealed the latest nav-u personal navigation system. The new NV-U71T model is the second offering in the company’s navigation lineup. Ready to use right out of the box, this slimmer, easy-to-use device helps drivers map a destination, locate points of interest, find home again and avoid traffic congestion...more>>>

» Review Sony PC-TV combo
Sony unveiled its latest PC-TV combo, Windows XP Media Center Edition machine with a 19 inch Vaio LS1 1680 x 1050 resolution display. This all-in-one PC/TV features an Intel Core Duo processor, 2GB of memory, 250GB HDD, analog TV tuner, DVR capabilities, 802.11 a/b/g Wi-Fi, and a DVD burner. It is due to ship out in US for $2,100...more>>>

» LG XNote C1 and A1 Laptops
laptops with WiBro, HSDPA and DMB support. LG unveiled two new laptops that pack a punch with its connectivity features. The LG Xnote A1 (laptop) and Xnote C1 (tablet PC) are portable ...more>>>

» Fujitsu LifeBook Notebook with 17-inch screen
Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation today announced the Fujitsu consumer flagship LifeBook N6420 notebook featuring an HD DVD player for an exceptional sight and sound experience...more>>>

» Philips’ amBX immersive gaming experience
makes it easy for gamers to bring their gaming environment into the real world. Through a simple USB connection the game’s special effects really come to life with light, color, and the rumblings of thunder and even wind, all natural elements from the game being played...more>>>

» SAMSUNG SyncMaster 305T Ultra-Wide 30 inch LCD Monitor
Samsung introduced the SyncMaster 305T, an ultra-wide, high-resolution 30-inch TFT-LCD monitor. Designed for the commercial market, the Samsung 305T combines a 16:10 wide-screen design and high, 2560x1600 resolution, making it ideal for a variety of professional applications, including medical, engineering, control rooms, CAD, graphics...more>>>

» Sony earphones and stereo speakers for NW-S700F/S600 series
Sony today announced its first digital music player with built-in noise-canceling technology. The NW-S700F Walkman player series ensure high-quality sound, to help you find your quiet place. The Sony speaker system lets music lovers get the most from their newly launched Sony NW-S700F/S600 series walkman models...more>>>

» Logitech X-540 speaker system for gamers
Logitech today announced the Logitech X-540 speaker system, an affordable surround-sound system designed for gamers. The X-540 system enables people to enjoy the experience of surround sound even with two-channel audio sources, by including matrix surround-sound technology...more>>>

» sooloos music system storage units
Tired of the limited sound quality of lossy audio compression formats? Want to move up to lossless but don't have the storage capacity for all your albums? If you're sufficiently well-heeled, New York-based Sooloos may just have the music system for you: a 1-3TB, RAID-protected multi-room rig that does away with the computer altogether...more>>>

» Asus Lamborghini VX1 laptop

It seems that having a laptop stamped with an Italian sports car brand is the in-thing these days. Acer has been hanging around the pit-lane with Ferrari, and Asus has teamed up with Lamborghini to create the VX1...more>>>

» Review WidowPC Sting 517D
The WidowPC Sting 517D is a high-end gaming notebook with more power than most desktops. It features a high-resolution 17” display, an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, and the holy grail of notebook GPUs, the Nvidia GeForce Go7900GTX with 512MB of dedicated memory...more>>>

» Sharp RD-CMP 2000R
The Sharp Zaurus, it is a mini pc which runs on Linux which only available in Japan. The Korean Market will receive a similar product, RD-CMP2000R. It’s not complete pocket pc but more into PDA/dictionary/e-book reader. Best of all, it comes with 1.3 megapixel camera...more>>>

» SAMSUNG SCH-B600 World's First 10 Megapixel Camera Phone
Samsung has released its 10-megapixel camera phone the SCH-B600, the world’s first 10-megapixel camera phone. It comes with 3x optical zoom, 5x digital zoom and an LED flash which is not much different from other 10 mega pixel digital cameras available in the market...more>>>

» Nokia aeonconcept full surface screen Similar to the Synaptics Onyx, the Nokia Aeon features a full surface touch screen” display that replaces the traditional keypad. No word yet on if this concept will go into production...more>>>

» NEC N500is NEC released its N500is clamshell in Taiwan. It features a 1.9-inch 176 x 220 display, 1.3-megapixel camera, 52MB built-in memory, Bluetooth, USB connectivity, and a music player...more>>>

» Phantom Lapboard
The release date of The Phantom Lapboard has been announced. Arriving in November, this keyboard and mouse combination is up for grabs at $129.95. The icing though is that if you order for one now, you can save off a cool $30....more>>>

» ASUSTeK’s W5Fe Laptop with Dual-Screen
ASUSTeK’s W5Fe is the first laptop which features dual-screens, with an external display featuring its own power switch, a four-way directional pad w/central selector button, and a menu button for choosing which task you wish to perform...more>>>

» Nokia 5500 Sport Music Editions
Nokia 5500 the semi-rugged phone was design to withstand the toughest pf sport activities. It features a convenient bicycle holder, fitness carrying strap, 512MB SD card, sports headset, and liquid/dirt resistant casing. This phone will cost you $444 without contract...more>>>

» Logitech diNovo Edge keyboard
Logitech on Tuesday unveiled its first rechargeable, wireless keyboard—dubbed the diNovo Edge—and the ultra-thin device is expected to be available in the United States and Europe starting in Nov. for $199, according to a Oct...more>>>

» ijet wireless remote controller for iPod
The ijet wireless remote controller for iPod IJETV2 allows you to enjoy your iPod while jogging, driving or having bath. With this tiny drip proof remote you can control your iPod as you wish...more>>>

» CEATEC - Fujitsu Concept PC
Fujitsu was presenting 2 new designs for their PCs: the Turn Tablet PC, a HUGE PC with a magnetic screen for use with a stylus and Windows XP Tablet PC Edition, and the Ultra Mobile, a compact PMP PDA...more>>>

» Pentax X-Change concept
Pentax unveiled its concept X-Change camera at the recent Photokina event. Should this concept ever comes to fruition, it will be a dream come true for many a photography enthusiast who are looking for the power and versatility of a digital SLR camera crammed into the convenience of a compact camera....more>>>

» Philips SA4000 DAP
Philips unveiled the SA4000 digital audio player, a seemingly entry-level player featuring 512MB of memory and a 2-line display with 7-color backlight. The SA4000 has got the usual controls on the front of the device, and it supports MP3, WAV and WMA...more>>>

» LCD Monitor with integrated iPod connectivity

this is the last time we mention iPod ever … well at least for today. Every time we see another very cool iPod peripheral we swear it’s the last one we’ll run but they keep coming and this integrated ViewDock display from ViewSonic has forced us to succumb yet again...more>>>

» ASG 142 Skype Mouse Phone
ASG-142 which has launched by Taiwan-based Sysgration recently is an 800dpi otpical mouse that functions as a VoIP/Skpe phone. It features a 1.3-inch LCD display, built-in microphone/speaker and USB connectivity...more>>>

» JVC 110-inch Rear Projection TV: Sorta Big
It might not be as fancy as the ongoing plasma and LCD wars for largest display, but rear projection displays can have size wars too, and JVC looks to have the largest yet, at a spankin' 110-inches. The TV uses JVC's proprietary "D-ILA" liquid crystal panel tech, for a 1,920 x 1,080 resolution...more>>>

» Eduwise: A Sub-$400 Notebook PC by Intel
At the ongoing fall Intel Developer Forum (IDF) in San Francisco, Intel president and CEO Paul Otellini introduced a sub-US$400 "Classmate PC" notebook model for the company's "Intel World Ahead Program" that targets emerging markets...more>>>

» Sony NW S706 Walkman 4GB MP3 Player
Shut out the rest of the world and enjoy your music with the added bonus of noise cancelling technology with this delightful MP3 player...more>>>

» Cowon N2 - Less PMP, More DMB/GPS
Cowon announced their new all-in-one N2 player. With its 7” display, DMB tuner, GPS, and DAP functions, it is a real travel companion. The N2 features WinCE 5.0, an AMD 400MHz CPU, a FM transmitter, 2 SD slots, and a USB port...more>>>

» Vodafone 710 3G

Vodafone has unveiled its first Vodafone-only branded 3G consumer handset, the Vodafone 710. The Vodafone 710 incorporates easy access to core Vodafone services including Vodafone Radio DJ, Mobile TV, music downloads, video telephony and Vodafone live! with 3G...more>>>