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Samsung to Release Syncmaster 2494HS LCD in Japan Next Month

Nerd Grind — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 17:28:23 +0000

The Samsung Syncmaster 2494HS may be missing the Samsung-standard glossy black bezel, but it still sports some serious attributes.

The screen is 23.6-inches and the matte black motif manages to merge business with, well, business rather effectively. The resolution clocks in at 1,920 x 1,080 and the SyncMaster offers 300 nits of brightness. There is also a 5-millisecond response time, 50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, inbuilt stereo speakers and DVI / VGA / HDMI inputs.

The LCD goes on sale next month in Japan for approximately ¥40,000 ($423). It is rumored to be coming to the USA and European Union shortly thereafter.

ASUS Announces N80V and N50V Laptops

Nerd Grind — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 13:18:29 +0000

ASUS has announced two new laptops today: The 14.1-inch N80V and the 15.4-inch N50V. Both laptops have the option of T9400 / P8600 / P7350 Intel Core 2 Duo CPUs, up to 4GB of RAM, and an NVIDIA GeForce 9300M GPU with 512MB of VRAM. The N80V offers up to 320GB in hard drive space while the N50V ascends up to 500GB. The N80V includes a WXGA display and the N50V offers WXGA / WXGA+ / WSXGA+ options. Each laptop also offers eSata, HDMI and a selection of USB ports. No word on price or availability as of yet.

ASUS Announces 14.1-inch B80A Business Laptop for Corporate Elite

Nerd Grind — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 12:59:05 +0000

ASUS has announced the 14.1-inch B80A business laptop, just months after their business-minded B50A was released. The B80A will only be released in an all-black model and offers a 14.1-inch WXGA (or WXGA+) display, a choice between several Intel Core 2 Duo processors, and up to 4GB of DDR2 RAM. The computer also boasts a SATA hard drive ranging from 160GB to 250GB, a dual-layer DVD writer, 1.3-megapixel webcam, Bluetooth 2.1, WiFi and a 6-cell battery. In addition the unit will feature a consumer-friendly HDMI output, a backlit keyboard and a fingerprint reader.

ASUS has yet to come clean on pricing or a release date.

Western Digital Releases the WD TV HD Media Player

Nerd Grind — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 17:12:07 +0000

Western Digital recently strayed from its platter-based roots and released an HD media streaming unit. The WD TV HD Media Player claims to "turn your USB drive into an HD media player, allowing you to watch your favorite HD movies on your TV." Basically, it allows you to plug in your USB key or USB hard drive and play back multimedia clips up to 1080p on your HDTV. The unit works via the HDMI / composite outputs. The box is sized at 1.6- x 4.9- x 3.9-inches and is priced at $129.99. The company unveiled the product with little fanfare, as it’s already sitting on store shelves.

Belkin and Monster to Delay Flywire Wireless HDMI

Nerd Grind — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 18:23:48 +0000

Belkin and Monster announced that they won’t be able to make their deadline of Winter CES to showcase their new wireless HDMI technology.

The wireless system is said to be able to toggle between 6 different audio/video sources, up to full 1080p, wirelessly across the room and through walls.

Sony showcased similar technology recently that is limited to Sony products but the Belkin/Monster solution is universal. Latest release date is 2Q 2009.

Need Some Inputs? The V3HD Firewire Has ‘em All

Nerd Grind — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 18:09:55 +0000

You’ll have to forgive me, because I really don’t know much about this //V stuff. But anything with so many pretty lights and varied inputs must be impressive to someone in the know. For those who are, here are some specs on the V3HD FireWire Video Interface:

HD/SD BNC connections
Composite
Component
FireWire 400/800
S-Video
RS-422
XLR input/output
HDMI output

I suppose it’s all for capturing video and such (my "duh" statement for the month), and it can handle 32 simultaneous channels. Sounds impressive. No idea on pricing, and it should be available before the fourth quarter.

IOGEAR Treats the Lucky Among Us with 4-Port HDMI Hub

Nerd Grind — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 17:17:46 +0000

Okay, so, I suppose that means you have an HDTV with only one HDMI input (or, perhaps, only one free input?), and multiple HDMI components that you’d like to not only connect to the TV, but also have them automatically sensed when they’re active. Well, heck, the IOGEAR has exactly what you’re looking for with their 4-port HDMI switch. Full 1080p support, HDMI 1.3, and HDCP, all for the (surprisingly reasonable) price of $189.95.

Onkyo Integra-8.8 Connects Entire World Together – Literally

Nerd Grind — Thu, 28 Jun 2007 00:02:55 +0000

I think a person would have to choose the Onkyo Integra DTX-8.8 as their audio and video receiver. What other device could possible connect so many different devices without reaching critical mass? And, note that I’m assuming this baby doesn’t reach critical mass, an assumption for which I have no independent evidence.

There’s not much else to say, really. Just look, drool, and then cry because you won’t be able to afford its $2,692 price tag when it’s released in July.

Tiny Action! M25 DLP Projector

Nerd Grind — Thu, 14 Jun 2007 00:09:57 +0000

The "world’s smallest" full HD projector – 2.7â€ tall, 9.2â€ deep and 10.8â€ wide – is projectdesign’s new baby. It is available but there is no pricing information (never a good sign).

It also uses TI’s 0.95-inch 1080p DMD, the firm’s proprietary RealColor technology, and is compatible with home automation systems with RS-232 and IP interfaces.

Additionally, it sports a 10-bit video processing engine, HDMI 1.3 compatibility, 1,000 lumens, and a even-segment, 5x color wheel.
source: Slashgear

Toshiba Rolls Out Dynabook and Satellite WXW

Nerd Grind — Wed, 13 Jun 2007 15:31:41 +0000

Today, Toshiba rolls out their latest Dynabook, the Santa Rosa-based Satellite WXW. At 8.6-pounds and more than 2-inches thick, this 17.1-incher has 256MB of DirectX 10-capable GeForce 8700M GT graphics, the new top-of-the-line 8M-series GPU from NVIDIA. The display touts a 1,680 x 1,050 pixel resolution with a 2.0GHz Core 2 Duo T7300, Â±R dual-layer DVD burner and loads of in-and-outs — even HDMI for a quick digital-out to your new flat panel television. Available starting today in Japan with 1GB DDR2 / 120GB disk configurations starting at Â¥219,800 or about $1,805.

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