Marantz gets a big boost with the official DivX HD certification for two of its high performance Blu-Ray players. The BD7004 and BD5004 Blu-ray players are now DivX HD 1080p certified.

The BD7004 and BD5004 Blu-ray players will now be able to playback 1080p DivX HD videos which are known to provide a superior media experience by maintaining the highest visual quality while significantly reducing the video file size. Using DivX technology, a full-length high-definition movie is able to fit on a DVD.

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The complete line of Vizio LCD HDTV solutions will now come out with a new feature. While everyone is impressed with the displays that these new Vizio HDTVs have to offer, you can add another key feature as far as audio quality is concerned as SRS Audio Solutions will now be another key feature among Vizio LCD HDTVs. The new Vizio HDTV lineup will boast of TruSurround HD, TruSurround XT and TruVolume thanks to SRS Audio technology.

For a quick summary on the 34 models included in the said Vizio LCD HDTV models now armed with SRS Audio Solutions:

• VIZIO’s High Performance XVT Series of 1080p Full HDTVs will feature nine new models, some with VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) and TruLED with Smart Dimming backlight technology, sporting screens sizes ranging from 32 to 55-inches, all equipped with SRS TruSurround HD and TruVolume.
• The VIZIO M Series 1080p Full HD line will feature 17 new models with screen sizes that range from 22 to 55-inches, and include one or more SRS audio solutions, including SRS TruSurround XT, TruSurround HD and TruVolume.
• The VIZIO E Series HD line will feature eight new models sporting screen sizes ranging from 19 to 42-inches, and feature either SRS TruSurround HD or TruSurround XT.

Also, you may want to check out this special giveaway promo from SRS Labs. SRS Labs is running a sweepstakes to give away three HDTVs featuring SRS TruSurround XT. The sweepstakes will take place July 20 - August 17, 2009. To enter for your chance to win, please visit the SRS Labs website here.

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NextWindow scores a big one as they have become the first optical touch screen manufacturer to be given the Windows 7 logo certification. Achieving Windows 7 logo certification is a major milestone for NextWindow, whose touch screens are used in all-in-one PCs from Dell and Hewlett-Packard. The world’s largest PC manufacturers can now be confident that NextWindow touch screens will achieve the high performance standards required to run within Windows 7.

“Of course we’re excited to be the first optical touch screen manufacturer to announce Windows 7 logo certification,” said Al Monro, CEO at NextWindow. “The accomplishment is testament to the very hard work put in by our development team over the past few months. It is also a reflection of the success we’ve had building touch screens for leading PC manufacturers. NextWindow is ahead of the curve when it comes to understanding the business and technological needs of these companies. We look forward to continued success built around the launch of Windows 7 and the introduction of new touch-enabled PCs.”

With the new interface and accreditations, expect some visual solutions using the touch screen interface to balloon soon. And as far as brands are concerned, you can bet that NextWindow will be a familiar sight in that aspect in business or commercial use.

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Here is a 2.1 DVD home theater system from Philips you can consider. It boasts of its patented Ambisound technology and is compatible with the usual iPods, flash drives and MP3 players everyone is going crazy about today. It likewise offers a multi-channel surround sound experience with only two speakers.

It includes a smart surround sound technology which automatically complements the media you are playing.

Philips 2.1 DVD Home Theater 1080I HDMI Dolby System with high performance surround sound with Ambisound. Featuring Ambisound, the HTS6600 delivers an embracing multi channel surround sound experience from just two speakers, in any sort of room. Providing excellent sound and picture quality the easy set up wall mountable system fits any home.

Price: $664.95

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TRU Company shifts its marketing attack to high gear with the aggressive promotion for their latest HDMI cable, the VOLO Pro V Gamer Series. The new cables are aims to provide a higher quality for home theater experience and gaming which will certainly get the exposure it needs with this new marketing alliance.

A free issue of GamePro Magazine has been bundled with the new HDMI cable for every purchase. The give-away is part of a larger promotion to introduce VOLO’s new line of high-quality, low-cost HDMI cables to consumers.

“For everyone who is still nursing an E3 hang-over, we are here to help with a fun give-away, to introduce our high-performance HDMI cables to the gaming community. Our PRO V Gamer Series caters to their specific needs at a much lower price point,” said TRU President, Mitch Norton.

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Do not count out Plasma TV technology just yet. Well as far as Dubai is concerned, there is still a market for the plasma television and the best that they can do for now is come out with a new kind of concept, the single layer that will not compromise the picture quality rendered in a sleek and sophisticated frameless package.

“Through extensive customer research, we’ve learned that people want high-performance televisions that are in perfect harmony with their homes. The PQ70 offers the latest high-end features within a spectacular streamlined look that blends perfectly with a room’s decor.” - Mr H. S. Paik, President of Gulf FZE.

Specifications:

• Single Layer
• HD 1080P
• 600Hz Sub-field Driving
• Dynamic Contrast Ratio 2,000,000:1
• 0.001ms
• AV mode
• Expert Mode II (ISF)
• Dual XD Engine
• Picture Freeze
• Invisible Speaker
• Smart Energy Saving
• Intelligent Sensor
• DivX
• HDMI
• USB 2.0

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Harman Kardon offers a great alternative home theatre speaker system in the HKTS18. This home theater speaker system combines magnetically shielded two-way satellite and center channel speakers with a 10-inch, 200-watt subwoofer for high-performance sound that complements the design of Harman Kardon receivers and DVD players.

Among the features include:

• Line-level Sub/LFE input
• Audio-sense or external-trigger on/off
• Multicolor LED power indicator

Wall mounts are included just in case you decide to buy this home theater speaker system from Harman Kardon. The price range for this set plays around $400 to $800.

Are you getting the most out of your LCD? Well if you are in doubt, there is one way to find out. The only way to enhance and bring out the best for LCDs is to make use of controllers that specialize in bringing out the maximum capability of LCD monitors today and you can do so with the Digital View High-Performance LCD Controller.

Digital View’s SVX-1920 is a fully buffered, multi-sync interface controller providing true 10-bit support for large format, high-definition TFT LCDs upto WUXGA (1920×1200) resolution. 10-Bit support enables the display of over 1 Billion colors on a compatible LCD panel.

Bring out the power and features of LCD technology with this controller. You may be surprised at the wasted power and quality projection that you should be getting.

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Denon DBP 2010CI Blu-Ray

Denon Electronics has introduced two high-performance Blu-ray players, each designed to make the benefits of high-definition video and audio more affordable and available. The company’s new offerings include two Profile 2.0 Blu-ray players, the DBP-2010CI (SRP: $699) and DBP-1610CI (SRP: $499.) Both are scheduled for availability in July 2009. These new Denon models are both designed for use in today’s most advanced integrated home entertainment systems.

Some of their innovative interactivity features include built-in BD Live and Bonus View functionality. The new models also feature an onboard Ethernet port that allows for Internet connectivity for BD Live and firmware updates as well as offering DivxHD playback and support AVCHD playback from BD discs made from HD camcorders.

Sources R&D has launched wireless adapter set that allows people to view PC contents on TVs, monitors and projectors. The Wireless USB Display Adapter, to be distributed under the Warpia brand, allows users to view video, Internet content and pictures from their computer on monitors and HDTV displays without the hassle of extra cables.

The Warpia Wireless USB Adapter Set features VGA and HDMI connectivity options and supports up to 1400×1050 screen resolution. It provides a wireless range of up to 30 feet (in the same room). The set is expected to be available in retail stores in May at an MSRP of $129-$149 USD.

“The Wireless USB Display Adapter Set is the most innovative, low cost and high performance solution in the market today,” noted David Yaish, Wisair president and CEO. “We are pleased to cooperate with Source R&D, and will continue offering high performance solutions to enable the introduction of affordable, best-in-class Wireless USB products.”

The Warpia Wireless USB Adapter Set was launched last week at the Retail Vision event in Florida, April 27-30.

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Despite the turn of most electronics companies towards a new approach in business outlook, there is one company that is sticking it out in the LCD and PLASMA business. High-performance display manufacturer Runco says it is reaffirming “its unyielding commitment” to high-end plasmas and LCDs, despite manufacturers who have recently dropped TV lines.

“Unlike other brands that proved unsuccessful in providing flat panel solutions for dealers within the custom installation channel, Runco continues to provide LCDs and plasmas that are demonstrably superior to the ubiquitous big-brand panels,” says Matt Christensen, Runco’s manager of product marketing.

Despite talk of banning plasmas in Europe and California considering prohibiting retailers from selling non-energy efficient TVs, it seems more likely that sales of displays will slow because of the economy—not because of the technology.

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For the people who want control on the audio playback and quality, Tweaked Audio has announced the availability of 3 new lines of pro quality noise-reducing earbuds. Featuring high-performance 10mm dynamic speakers, a frequency range capable of delivering incredible full spectrum sound and an integrated cable strain relief, the new lineup will also offer consumers a choice of colors and designs to match their lifestyles.

Anticipated to set the standard for quality earphones, Tweaked Audio has three distinct lines: Tweaked (MSRP: $29.95), which offers four cool iPod-matching colors (blue, green, pink and red); Tweaked Classic (MSRP: $34.95), which is engineered to acoustically match speakers with a metal alloy housing delivering best-in-class audio with a classic design; and Tweaked Natural (MSRP $49.95), which features a high density rosewood housing for a rich acoustic experience.

All Tweaked Audio products come with a lush carrying bag, 3 interchangeable silicon gel ear adapters and a limited one year warranty.

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Living up to its name as a provider of high performance interactive solutions, Silicon Mountain Holdings, Inc. has announced the release of Allio LCD HDTV-PC product line at more reasonable prices.

The latest Allio HDTV / PC models are manufactured using the same clear, high-quality 42″ 1080p and 32″ 720p displays as the standard Allio models and include the same selection of inputs and outputs as the original, at a lower price point.

Allio Lite extends the product line by integrating an Intel Atom-based computer and DVD-CD player/writer to deliver a simple, low-cost converged multimedia experience that brings a whole new generation in HD TV and Internet entertainment to the living room!

Pricing for the 42-inch Allio Lite model featuring the dual-core Intel Atom 330, Windows Vista Home Premium, a 250GB hard drive, 2GB of RAM and a DVD-CD player/writer retails for $1599, while the 32-inch model sells for $1299.

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