Acer has just announced that it will be offering a couple more versions of their highly popular Aspire One netbooks, although these won’t sport the hugely popular Atom processor but will instead throw in the powerful Athlon II Neo processors complete with AMD-based high-definition capabilities. We’re talking about the 11.6-inch Aspire One AO721 and the 10.1-inch Aspire One AO521, where both models were specially designed for ultra-portability and usability, and are more than capable of delivering high-definition graphics and video playback, alongside smooth communications. Targeting the US market, both the Aspire One AO721 and AO521 are available at retail and e-tail outlets with prices starting from $429.99
and $349.99
, respectively. Both models will sport the AMD Athlon II Neo K125 processor that have been specially optimized for improved energy efficiency and designed to deliver balanced performance required if one were to make full use of the netbook while enjoying multiple applications and features.
You will also find that either netbook is no slouch when it comes to graphical performance, where the ATI Radeon HD 4225 Graphics has 384MB of dedicated system memory to help you out further if you decide to indulge in some games. The Aspire One AO721 is equipped with a high-definition 11.6-inch CrystalBrite LED backlit display that offers the largest viewing area on an Acer netbook to date. It will come in a black matte, mesh-textured cover that ensures you won’t need to wipe away fingerprints too often due to smudging. Measuring less than an inch thin and tipping the scales at 3 pounds, the Aspire One AO721 is not lacking hardware wise, with a full-sized keyboard for more accurate and comfortable typing, 2GB of DDR3 memory and up to a 250GB hard drive. As for the ultra-mobile Aspire One AO521 netbook, you get a HD 10.1-inch CrystalBrite LED backlit display, a 93%-sized keyboard, 1GB of DDR3 memory and up to a 250GB hard drive. This is a fingerprint magnet though, no thanks to its smooth, glossy exterior so make sure you have a cleaning cloth handy always.
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E3 is the mecca for video game news, and it is a no brainer for companies to roll out their latest and greatest efforts in glitzy press conferences to keep hardcore gamers happy. Well, Sony has upped the ante with their latest announcement of the PlayStation Move motion controller at E3 this year, bringing motion control capability to their PS3 console. It is rather ironic that they have jumped aboard the motion control bandwagon after pooh poohing Nintendo’s efforts last time when the Wii was launched, dubbing those “waggle controls”. Guess they have seen the light and realized that gaming has certainly gotten a whole lot more immersive these days with a little help from motion controls, so why not pair that feature up with stunning visuals that are only available on the Sony PS3? Those living in Europe as well as other PAL territories, alongside Asian countries will be able to pick up the PlayStation Move controller for 39.99 Euros. As for most of the folks reading this who are living in North America, it will hit the market this coming September 19th for $49.99, while our friends living in the Land of the Rising Sun will have to wait until October 21 to get their hands on it for 3,980 yen inclusive of tax.
The PlayStation Move Navigation Controller
is a one-handed controller which can be used alongside the motion controller for intuitive navigation of in-game characters and objects, will also hit the market on the same day in each region for 29.99 Euros, $29.99 and 2,980 yen, respectively. That should leave you ample time to save up for these accessories, don’t you think so? There will also be a PlayStation Move bundle that comprises of a PlayStation Move motion controller, PlayStation Eye camera, Sports Champions Blu-ray disc game and PlayStation Move demo disc for a shade under $100, while those who are more adventurous can check out the PlayStation 3 Sports Champion Move Bundle that will see a PS3 system thrown into the mix alongside a PlayStation Move motion controller, PlayStation Eye Camera, Sports Champions Blu-ray game and PlayStation Move game demo disc, all going for $399.99 Of course, those who prefer to get the accessories individually are more than welcome
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The iHome iP49 Portable Rechargeable Audio System for iPhone and iPod is the latest speaker dock to hit the market, as if there aren’t enough of these running around the market already. This will be a first for iHome in terms of it being a portable offering from the newly minted Studio Series which offers Bongiovi Acoustics’ Digital Power Station technology – the name alone ought to conjure up aural images of top notch quality, don’t you think so? Apart from that, the iP49 is also iHome’s first portable alarm clock radio that sports a rechargeable battery which enables users to enjoy hours of music just about any where and at any time without having to worry about its battery running flat – as long as you start off with a full charge, of course. Just how much juice do you think this model is able to deliver? Well, the iHome iP49
Portable Rechargeable Audio System with Alarm Clock Radio for iPhone/iPod offers 20 watts of quality power right out of the box which ought to be more than enough to keep a small room well drenched in audio, and with its compact folding design, it is more or less the perfect companion for frequent travelers who require both substance and style in all their devices. With the use of patented DPS technology, it will constantly scan program material in real time, while effectively improve transients and harmonics to result in amazing highs, incredible lows as well as perfect clarity across virtually all frequencies and volume levels.
As with any other self-respecting iPod or iPhone dock, this model also doubles up as a charger when your device is docked. You can choose to listen to your custom playlist, or enjoy its integrated FM radio if you actually ran out of actual songs to listen to. Apart from that, you can also set a variety of alarm settings, where you can choose from weekend, daily or weekly settings to suit your busy lifestyle. Good to know that iHome has also thrown in a remote control for those who are too lazy to get up from their La-Z-Boy couch. Expect the iP49 to retail for $159.99 each. Not too shabby for a docking station loaded with features.
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I’m pretty sure that most of you out there are familiar with the phrase, do not judge a book by its cover? The same applies to the world of gizmos as well, as we are not supposed to judge how a gadget will perform based on its size and looks. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 is one such device that ought to be approached with a degree of respect, since this super-slim digital camera might be small in stature, but it manages to pack in big features such as a 24mm ultra-wide-angle F2.2 bright LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON lens with 5x optical zoom that will come in handy if you’re a huge fan of shooting High Definition video for posterity. Apart from that, this slim and stylish LUMIX FX75 is a 14.1-megapixel digital camera that makes it one of Panasonic’s high-performing hybrid models. The LUMIX FX75 is able to record HD video in the AVCHD Lite format, where this format will more or less double the recording time in HD quality when compared with the conventional Motion JPEG format. When doing so, this content makes perfect fodder for viewing on an HDTV, while Dolby Digital Creator can also record high quality audio. Of course, you can also record in Motion JPEG if you want to, not to mention WVGA (848×480) and VGA (640×480) resolutions. You will find the LUMIX FX75 equipped with full touch-screen operation, where Auto Focus (AF) lets you capture the subject by simply touching the large 3″ 230,000-dot LCD display.
Not only that, you can also click onto a subject with a single touch, where the FX75 will go ahead and track the subject with the AF tracking feature – despite moving. Panasonic’s iA (Intelligent Auto) mode will also go one up on its previous iterations, as the LUMIX FX75 offers a new Motion Deblur mode mode that will update the motion detection (Intelligent ISO Control) and brightness control (Intelligent Exposure) in order to gain the highest shutter speed possible. This will greatly reduce blur created from handshake or the subject moving. Other technologies in the iA suite include POWER O.I.S., Face Recognition, Face Detection, AF Tracking, Intelligent ISO Control, Intelligent Scene Selector and Intelligent Exposure. There is no word on pricing just yet, although expect an announcement to be made a month before it ships to various market.
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