Audyssey Laboratories recently launched Denon receivers with Dynamic volume based on MultEQ room correction technology. The new models include AVR-2809CI, AVR-2309CI, AVR-1909, AVR-1709, AVR-989, AVR-889 and many more.

"The announcement by Denon this week of 10 new AVR’s starting at $299 incorporating our Dynamic Volume technology is a milestone event for everyone who would rather watch broadcast TV and movies without having to constantly adjust their volume controls," said Michael Solomon, Audyssey CEO.

These receivers monitor the audio signals moment-by-moment basis. The decisions about volume changes are made according to the audio signals recorded. Dynamic EQ adjusts surround levels and tonal balance.

The sound leveling technology enriches your listening experience with its high quality audio. The first ever volume leveling technology will reach your home in July, 2008 with price range starting from $229 up to $1,199.

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Pioneer has newly introduced its A/V series receivers. There are four models in the series, namely, the SC LX81, SC-LX71, VSX-LX51 and VSX-1018AH. They all are designed to deliver high definition audio visuals of the best quality. These are well compatible with Pioneer’s 2008 KURO TVs and Blu-ray Disc players and as such can be said to be promising in producing high end audio and visual performance.

The receivers are equipped with innovative and modern technology as well as magnificent features which vow to give you the most enjoyable audio-visual experience. The HDMI 1.3a along with the 12- Bit Deep color technology allows the reproduction of excellent quality pictures from various sources connected.

"Our new Blu-ray Disc player demonstrates Pioneer’s commitment to delivering an immersive seeing and hearing experience for those who want the very best" says Jim Catcheside, Product Manager at Pioneer GB. "In offering the BDP-LX71 BonusView Blu-ray Disc Player, we are solidifying Pioneer’s reputation as a brand that is constantly meeting the needs of high-profile cinephiles."

The tremendous high definition surround sound of the receivers can be attributed to its exquisite Direct Energy HD Amplifier with ICEpower technology. Along with these, there are numerous networking facilities like the Home Media Gallery and the Advanced iPod Connectivity technology etc. which makes these A/V Receivers the best among all.

Via: Pioneer

A perfect blend of sophisticated design with the latest technology and top-quality construction; this is what one can say at first sight of Pioneer’s new PDX-Z9 Super Audio CD Receiver. For bringing the essence of music back to life you too can buy this audio CD receiver that can open a wide array of avant-garde possibilities for you.

The Product Manager for Pioneer GB, Jim Catcheside is all praise for this new receiver and says, "Designed to meet today’s consumer’s requirements, the PDX-Z9 offers endless options for practical, straightforward network integration. Devotees of clear stereophonic sound will be thrilled when they discover the full reach of this receiver’s capacities. It simply represents the best in contemporary digital audio."

Certain features of the Pioneer PDX-Z9 Super Audio CD Receiver are:

• Super Audio CD Receiver
• Full dot white OEL display, glossy black finish
• FM/AM Tuner, Internet radio (30 favourites)
• DLNA certified, USB terminal, iPod terminal
• Aluminium top panel, touch sensors
• Advanced Sound Retriever
• 50 W + 50 W (4 Ω)

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BenQ SP870 Projector is an excellent choice for all kind of meetings as it has the capacity to illuminate every gathering with its powerful 5000 lumen lamp. You would definitely prefer bright images rather than dull for your meetings and presentations, Isn’t it? And for these situations BenQ SP870 Projector is quite ideal. You can also take notes or consult printed documents in its vivid and richly sprinkled lights.

Let’s first explore the specifications of this projector:

• 2000:1 contrast ratio
• VGA (640 x 480) to UXGA(1600 x 1200) Resolution support
• 60”@2M Throw Ratio
• 16:9 Selectable Aspect Ratio
• NTSC/PAL/SECAM Video Compatibility
• 3D Color Management
• 11 sets of Picture Mode

These are just the promo my dear friends, the picture is yet to be seen! You will be able to enjoy a heap of features incorporated in the brilliant BenQ SP870 Projector. With automatic Power On/Off Tone, 12V Trigger, MyScreen software, Panel key lock for checking unintentional controls, on-screen presentation timer, Password Protection, High Altitude Mode for operating under adverse condition etc, the BenQ SP870 Projector is just like an atom bomb in a nutshell!

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Hitachi, very recently has introduced its new Hitachi CP-X450j Projector. They announced that this LCD projector will be available only in Japan and you can buy it from June 10^th onwards.

The Hitachi CP-X450j Projector is designed in a quite distinguished manner for which it has been able to pave its way straight to many buyers heart even before its launch for which they are hoping a sell of 1,000 units of the projector even in the first 4 weeks only!

It comes with XGA real resolution and a brightness level of 3,500 ANSI lumens. With 2 component outputs and one SVHS output (no HDMI) the Hitachi CP-X450j Projector guarantees you unmatchable connectivity.

Moreover, you can draw graphs, straight lines or diagrams more easily with the help of the Hitachi CP-X450j Projector. You can do so because it has a “template function”, with which it becomes possible to project lines or grids on the surface of a white or black board. Just after a few days you can grab this LCD projector for $3,800 only.

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Harman Kardon, Inc. recently announced the introduction of its 7.1-channel AVR 354 and AVR 254 and its 5.1-channel AVR 154 audio/video receivers. This company is also going to introduce its HK 3490 and HK 3390 stereo receivers soon.

Offering expanded features, connectivity and flexibility, the new 7.1-channel A/V receivers provide you HDMI 1.3a capability, Dolby® TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio decoding, a graphical on-screen menu system and an improved iPod interface using the Bridge II docking station.

The AVR 354 and AVR 254 feature a high-definition full-color on-screen menu system that aims to guide the user in setting up their home entertainment system. Deep Color compatibility, 1080p video upscaling and EzSet/EQ automated system calibration are some other unique features of these system manufactured by Harman Kardon.

Harman’s AVR 354, AVR 254 and AVR 154 will be available late spring 2008 onwards at $ 899, $ 649 and $ 399 respectively.

Via: Press

Monsoon Multimedia, recently announced that it will be providing a beta of its new digital video service to allow people to watch their home TV on some Nokia phones. Its new HAVA Mobile Player for S60 Symbian phones that was shown by Nokia at CTIA, allows users to watch their live TV, pause. Skip and rewind schedule their DVD recordings from a phone.

This SlingBox Killer, as it is commonly known as, is at present compatible with Symbian, Palm and Windows Mobile phones with BlackBerry support will be available soon. The official release of this product is expected during the third quarter of 2008.

Monsoon’s SlingBox Killer that specializes in streaming video content from your entertainment system to a PC or smartphone via the Internet lets you enjoy the same features as provided by the SlingBox but in a lower cost. Monsoon’s HAVA box will be available at $ 100 after a $ 30 rebate. However, its mobile software will cost an additional cost of $ 30.

Via: Press

Recently, Harman Kardon, Inc., a business unit of Harman International Industries, introduced its new The Bridge II docking station for iPod. The Bridge II has been designed to offer ultimate compatibility with iPod and iPhone models with docking connector.

This new product from Harman Kardon enables you to control music, image and video playback on your iPod. The Bridge II also connects to the Harman Kardon DMC 1000 digital media center, the new AVR 354 7.1-channel audio/video receiver and the HK 3490 stereo receiver.

Boasting the capability to connect a compatible iPod or iPhone model to a Harman Kardon audio/video component, The Bridge II enables expanded iPod capabilities like audio/video playback through a home entertainment system. The Bridge II from Harman Kardon will be available in the market from early summer 2008 at a retail price of $ 129.

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What would you like to do? Keep glued to your seat and stuck to your pc or would like to walk, dance and jump for typing on your PC? Even jumping over the keyboard will really be a brilliant idea as I have seen many putting on extra fat by sitting in front of their computers for the whole day. So, now here it is a giant fabric keyboard on which you can press keys by walking over.. Thanks to Maurin Donneaud who worked on this revolutionary idea!

This giant fabric keyboard has buttons in it like those of WiFi detecting backpack strap, but on a larger scale. An Arduino is used to translate each step into a button press. So friends, you will no more have to go to gym or will have to manage extra time for doing joggings and aerobics. Just jump over the keys of the keyboard, your body will be fit and so will you also finish your respective tasks in your PC! It is just a concept. Do you want it to be a reality?

Via: Hackaday

The all new LaCie d2 Blu-ray Drive promises you simply unbelievable supply that burns up to 4 hours of HD video on a Blu-ray disc without quality loss. The technology employed in LaCie d2 will let you collect raw video shoots, audio asset libraries, and large amounts of data, image files or complete multimedia projects.

Quick Facts:

• CD/DVD media
• 8MB catche size
• Capacity up to 50GB
• DVD±R 16x; DVD±RW 6x; DVD±R DL 4x; CD-R 40x; CD-RW 32x writing speed
• 6.8 x 1.76 x 9.89 in. / 172.8 x 44.8 x 251.1 mm Dimension

For supporting the LaCie d2 Blu-ray Drive your computer will require Windows XP with the latest service pack, Windows Vista™, Pentium 4 3GHz processor, minimum 512MB RAM and a minimum 1280×1024 monitor resolution. You can easily take back up of files worth of at least 10 DVDs with its fast throughput of 18MB/s through the LaCie d2 Blu-ray Drive.

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Fujitsu Asia has extended its product portfolio with the launch of wide-aspect ratio, 4-wire resistive touch panels. These touch panels offer 16:9 and 16:10 aspect ratios. Complying with the RoHS standards the wide aspect ratio touch panels are available in various diagonal-inch sizes including 6.5, 7.0, 8.0, 8.9, 9.0, 10.2, 12.1, 13.3, and 15.3.

According to Bruce DeVisser, Fujitsu Components’ touch panel product marketing manager, demand for wide-aspect ratio, touch-enabled displays is increasing in many consumer, industrial, and medical applications due to the increasing high-resolution graphics and video content, which has a landscape orientation in a 16:9 aspect ratio. In addition, using a touch panel instead of a keyboard allows more product area to be devoted to a wider/larger display, notes DeVisser.

These are available at a price ranging from $21.43 for a 6.5-inch to $73.82 for a 12.1-inch.

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Stealth Computer recently launched industry first 24” widescreen rugged LCD monitor SV-2400. The panel mount industrial grade LCD monitor is entirely steel enclosed capable of handling harsh environments. Specifically designed to be used in Human Machine Interface applications and industrial plant floor, the monitor boast a touchscreen interface.

The NEMA 4/IP56 LCD front-panel can easily bear dirt and dust intrusion and water without effecting its performance. It displays pictures with resolution 1920 x 1200 pixels with digital and analog input sources. Its main features involve a contrast ratio of 1000:1, 250 nits of brightness and aspect ratio of 16:10 which explains the clarity it delivers. Low power consumption and a wide viewing angle of 160 degrees make it more usable.

The easy to install monitor does not require any drivers. Touchscreen sensor, anti-reflective, tempered glass protective overlay adds to the versatility. With price still kept hidden from consumers, it will surely change the way you watch movies.

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eSys Information Technologies recently launched Divoom COMET-A1 home theatre system delivering true multi-channel 5.1 home theatre surround sound. A true value for money, the stylish home theater system fits all A/V equipments VCD, MP3, PS2, DVD, FM/AM etc.

Mr. Vakul Bhatnagar, COO - Branded Business Group, eSys Technologies, India said, "Our Divoom COMET-A1 will surely prove to find favour with the consumers who like their favourite movies and music to be served in an exciting manner. We are confident that COMET-A1 system will not only amaze them with clear and crisp sound and impress them with its myriad features but also make their in-home movie experience really exciting!"

The integrated Dolby/THX hardware decoder, multi function digital remote control, optical and coaxial input, LED indicator, auto memory and FM/AM function makes it versatile. With signal to noise ratio >150dB, the device offers silent performance with no interruption. Operating on 100Watts and a frequency response of 20Hz-20khz, the home theater system protects itself from overload and over voltage automatically. So you do not have to bother about anything, just enjoy the experience.

Available in twin-tone silver and black finish, the home theater system is priced at Rs.9, 000 exclusive of taxes and is available in more than 50 plus points.

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Ever thought of having perfect sound experience while swimming? Then Aqua Sounders Speaker lets you enjoy this. Feel free to toss this speaker in a pool, Jacuzzi or bathtub and listen to your favorite music. Designed with durable weatherproofing, Aqua Sounders ensures you fun in water with great music.

Aqua Sounders is a weatherproof submersible speaker that comes equipped with 2 Ultra Bright LED Mood Lights. This speaker offer you an outside range up to 150 Foot and a battery life of up to 10 hours depending upon the volume you use. Aqua Sounders Speaker is expandable up to 10 extra speakers per transmitter. This speaker works great using 6x AA batteries.

This floating speaker is truly one of its kinds. You can control the volume, power, scan and light using this speaker. Aqua Sounders Floating Speaker is available at a retail price of $ 99.00. The box content of Aqua Sounders comprises of 1x wireless stereo speakers and a users guide.

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The Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) has very recently announced company’s first Wide-XGA .65-inch 3-chip DLP Professional Projector by taking another step to expand its 3- Chip DLP® Projector suite. This projector is designed in such a way that it will easily cover large venues with extra ordinary performance.

“Broadening our 3-chip DLP projector series, this WXGA model is our first 3-chip DLP widescreen offering for ‘pixel perfect’ 1280 x 800 resolution to display content from the newest generation of WXGA PCs, meeting the needs of business professionals that rely on precise and undistorted image reproduction for captivating presentations. This model allows us to provide customers with excellent image quality and reliability at an affordable price point.”- said Dan Wynne, senior director of marketing, Professional Display Division, SIICA.

The excellent features of the XG-P560W can be divided in the following sections:
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CinemaNow, an online movie service, by teaming up with Microsoft lets you avail of more than 3,400 selections (movies, TV shows, music videos) through Windows Media Center. So, now you can watch any movie of your choice anytime you want for which you would not have to buy CD or DVD cassettes nor will you have to surf the special movie channels.

Benefits that you can enjoy in the CinemaNow service are:

• The library of the CinemaNow includes HD-quality movies, feature-length and independent films, TV episodes and music videos and Pay-Per-View and download-to-own movies.
• You can watch your favorite show or movie on your TV with an extender for Windows Media Center.
• Legally download any DVD of your choice with the burn-to-DVD option with pricing anywhere from $8.99 to $14.99.
• The prices for the Download-to-own movies are from $9.99 to $19.99, while TV shows and music videos are priced at $1.99.
• Avail the Pay-Per-View movies for 24 hours after you purchase it in between $2.99 and $3.99.

So, just go on downloading your favorite movie and TV shows and enjoy unlimited fun anytime. Forget about having a cable connection or buying any set top box because you can now download TV shows and music videos for an unlimited viewing period on up to 3 devices.

Via: Cepro

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Onkyo is proud to unveil its Home-Theater Receiver TX-SR805 delivering high quality sound tracks. This is the first step in entertainment industry to decode Dolby TrueHD and DTS Master Audio from Blu-ray movies.

Equipped with three 1080p compatible HDMI 1.3 inputs, it gives and output of 130watts per channel. Complementing XM and Sirius satellite radio, the receiver features a plastic remote with backlit buttons for ease of use.

You can easily plug the mic into port on the receiver and the utility can be started. The amazing sound quality is like a treat for the ears and makes you experience the ultimate entertainment. The device is priced at $800 but decoding high definition audio is worth falling for it.

Via: Press

Now people in US will be able to view digitally improved pictures and programs in their TV without having to attach it with a set top box. This has become possible as Sony Corp has entered into an agreement with the top cable companies of U.S., thus making way for production of televisions which will directly receive digital signals and display better quality pictures.

A Reuters report says, “Sony Corp has signed an agreement with the top U.S. cable companies that leads the way for televisions that can receive digital signals without need for a television set-top box.”

Till now, the set top box had to be attached in order to convert analogue signals to digital ones. The production of the set top box free televisions will involve new and advanced technologies as well as better quality pictures. As Sony has paved the way, eventually it will also allow more other companies to come in.

Via: Press