The Epson P-5000 with a mammoth 80 GB storage space simply stocks loads of images, music and videos and plays them well too. With a 4-inch display it is ay par with most of the portable media players with an impressive resolution of 640×480 pixels. The control buttons are neatly laid out and the power key acting as a hold button too. It has 5-way navigation key which is used for forwarding or reversing files. There is a zoom in and zoom out key at side of the volume key from which one can control volume while viewing the movie. It is powered by a Li-ion battery with indicator. In addition to its 80 GB internal memory the device also supports SD and CF memory cards, once inserted the device automatically detects the memory card and asks to backup the contents of the card or to browse the contents. This eliminates the need of a PC to transfer the data to the device from a memory card. The device supports JPEG and RAW file formats with RGB and adobe RGB color spaces. It also plays MP3/WMA audio files, MPEG 1, MPEG 2, MPEG 4, WMV 9, MUPEG and Div x video files. The P-5000 comes with cables to connect the device to your PC or Television.

Features:
• 4-inch screen
• 80 GB storage capacity
• CF and SD memory card slot
• Price Rs. 50,000

[Via : Computer Active]

Microsoft Corp. on Wednesday unveiled “Surface,” a coffee table shaped computer that responds to touch and can read special bar codes on everyday objects. Bill Gates’s view of a future by more natural interaction with computer by voice, pen and touch. Microsoft new Coffee Table Shaped computer which has a 30-inch display under a hard-plastic tabletop, selling the Surface for between $5,000 and $10,000 each.

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Japan’s radio-controlled model maker Kyosho, displays a 40cm tall humanoid robot “Manoi PF01″, at the company’s headquarters in Tokyo on 29 May.
The Manoi can attach various kinds of sensors, including touch, human, range, voice and acceleration sensors, on its head and body.
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The first MANOI PF01 robot kits was delivered to customers who had pre-ordered it before the production of the 150 special limited edition robots. The robot will be available for sale on 30 June at a retail price of 199,500 yen ($1,660).

Via Robots-Dreams.com

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Now a bikini girl can resolve all the worries residing in a golfer’s mind. Isn’t an interesting deal? Yes am talking about the Japanese golfer who is busy these days getting his club up and down with only wish that his balls are gripped firmly.

A single pack of 4 sensuous girls generating a trade on online retailer Rakuten will cost you 2,730 yen ($22).

Via Coolest Gadgets/ Tokyotimes

The all new COOLPIX S9 is a 6.1 mp digital camera with 3x optical and 4x digital zoom. Though the camera lacks a viewfinder, but is balanced by the large 2.5 inch LCD screen. The COOLPIX can record videos with sound and also records voice besides capturing images. It has a one touch portrait mode which detects the face of the person being.

The menus are very simple to use and can e viewed on icon mode. The S9 delivers a good color quality and comes with a 1 GB memory card. Overall it is a decent ultra compact digital camera and will not burn a hole in your pocket
Features:
•   6.1 mp
•   3x optical and 4x digital zoom
•   movie recording
•   self timer
•   USB 2.0 interface
•   Memory storage
•   2.5 inch LCD display
•   115 grams weight w/o battery
•   Li-ion battery
•   Price Rs.16,900

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Sony seems to be successful in its aim of producing a razor-thin display (for cell phones, gadgets, TVs) that moulds like a paper while viewing full-color video. Sony Corp. released video of the new 2.5-inch display (0.3 millimeters thick) on 25 May.

The fact that flat-panel TVs are becoming slimmer is no news but yes the creation of a display that bends in a human hand is a breakthrough. “In the future, it could get wrapped around a lamppost or a person’s wrist, even worn as clothing,” said Sony spokesman Chisato Kitsukawa. “Perhaps it can be put up like wallpaper.”

Tatsuo Mori, an engineering and computer science professor at Nagoya University, said some hurdles remained, including making the display bigger, ensuring durability and cutting costs.

The display’s pliancy is extremely difficult to replicate with liquid crystal displays and plasma display panels. This new display comprises of 2 technologies viz. Sony’s organic thin film transistor and organic electroluminescent display.

Some analysts have said Sony, which makes Walkman portable players and PlayStation 3 video game machines, had fallen behind rivals in flat-panel technology, including Samsung Electronics Co. of South Korea and Sharp Corp. of Japan.

Via Centre Daily

SoftBank Mobile is geared up to offer its lineup for the ‘Summer of 2007 Sales Battle’ by the onset of June. As per the company press release, its 12 new 3G models are targeted on style, excellence and uniqueness, visit the company’s site.

KDDI Corp. and Softbank Corp. also have plans to introduce certain phones in Japan that can send e-mails and work with office documents to compete with Research In Motion Ltd.’s BlackBerry device.

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Via Wireless watch

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Now before visiting to any alien planet (farthest place), you aren’t expected to gulp lonely planet any more. Garmin Nuvi’s 660 GPS navigator (pocket gadget) will act as your only companion that won’t cost you even a single penny. The gadget has preloaded maps of USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico and is accessible in any of the place. Now you needn’t delay your trip seeking some company from your friends.
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The 4.3 inch touch-screen gives a clear indication of the way one should follow to reach his destination. Each right-left cut is visible due to its bright screen. The turn-by-turn voice direction allows you to listen to the directions when you are not in a mood to peep on the screen hunting for the direction.

The navigator helps in calculating the distance of the route pretty faster than charting the entire road-map, which is done in 3D.Â

Other features include:

Bluetooth enabled navigator connects you to your cell phone.
The in-built media player allows you to enjoy favorites MP3’s and view JPG pics.
The SD memory card can be inserted into this gadget and supports 4 GB SD cards.

Measurement: 4.9 x 2.9 x 0.9 inches.

Other accessories that come packed with this gadget include: USB interface cable, A/C charger, dashboard disc, carrying case and vehicle suction cup mount.

Retail: $709.99

Via Cool Gadgets

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The verb ‘convergence’ in techno terms has diverse meanings attached to it. Use of PC, laptops, notebooks and even cell phones (different products offering common service) makes it clear enough. But are we craving for this technology advancement? Yes, but unfortunately is not available. I am sure you must be confused by now but my intention is not to baffle you.
The telecom giants are seen busy in introducing new concept and the latest convergence is by Germany’s Deutsche Telekom. The big name has come out with its “T-One” product, allowing consumers to make cheap calls through a fixed line while sitting at home or by using your mobile on your way to office via using a single device.
Use of a single product like this to make life affordable is welcomed but the need of the hour is the access to various products offering common service. This will enable the consumer keep his finger on the product suiting his taste and fitting his pocket.
If this happens then it will do justice to the word ” convergence” lifting it from a verb to a noun.

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Did you ever wanted a ROBOT pal to toddle around the house after you? The ROBOSAPIEN has been programmed to do so. Although, you might have to wait at times for him to catch up speed with you. This robot comes with habits full of attitude, he can wolf-whistle, give you a high five, and can is also able to pick up certain objects and toddle around your living room. Its body structure allows it to do a lot of things like, lean over, rotate its arms and elbows, and as mentioned to pick up objects with its three fingered hands. It also allows you to program a series of instructions into ROBOSAPIEN,but it needs patience. Still if you want it, it can be found in selected stores.