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We just have to trust Sony when it says that its new KDL-40ZX1 LCD TV is the world’s thinnest so far. Measuring a mere 9.9mm, this 40-inch LCD beauty weighs 12.2kg. Makes you wonder where it puts all that weight considering that it is so thin?

Anyway, the KDL-40ZX1 is said to feature wireless video reception which Sony has dubbed the Bravia 1080 Wireless. In addition, this LCD panel also features a 3000:1 contrast ratio, a full 1080p HD resolution, three HDMI ports, both a digital and analog tuner, as well as LAN and USB ports. 

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Sony Europe has announced the DVP-NS708H upscaling DVD player. Touting this new DVD player as a perfect complement to BRAVIA LCD TV or any other HD Ready TV, the DVP-NSH708H transforms your standard definition DVDs into a better 1080p at 1920x1080 maximum full HD resolution, which suits perfectly for viewing in a larger TV screen sizes. Aside from packing the DVD player with a useful remote which controls the DVD player using BRAVIA Sync, the DVP-NS708H also features; HDMI, high resolution video output at 720p/1080i/1080p up-convert, stable playback through precision drive 3 mechanism, precision cinema progressive, photo TV HD, component video and coaxial digital outputs. If you feel dizzy after reading those specs and features, just relax. It simply means that this Sony DVD player will give you a more exhilarating DVD watching experience with better detail in the images and motion. The DVP-NS708H is now available in Europe, but no pricing information available just yet.

Read [Marketwire]

Sharp has expanded its Professional LCD Monitors with the launch of the TL Professional LCD Monitor Line. LCD’s in this product line will have a full 1920 x 1080 2-megapixel high-definition resolution display. To kick off the launch the product line, Sharp has released the 52-inch TL-M5200 and the 46-inch TL-M4600.

Both of these LCD’s give out a high image quality, features and performance which are perfect for teleconferencing, CAD/Simulation, digital signage, corporate, educational, training, hospitality, sports arenas, entertainment and house-of worship. In addition these LCD’s are also easy to install with their lightweight cabinet design, and even come equipped with RJ-45 LAN Control for network connectivity. Other features of these two new LCD’s include Advanced Super View panel, 1500:1 (TL-M4600) and 2000:1 (TL-M5200) contrast ratios, advanced signal processing, an HDCP compatible HDMI input, and a built-in web browser.

The Sharp TL-M4600 and TL-M5200 LCD’s retail for $4,995 and $3,995 at all Sharp retail outlets.

Via [Akihabara News]

Iomega has announced the new ScreenPlay HD Multimedia Drive, a portable external data storage device touting a 500GB storage capacity provided by a 3.5 inch 7200rpm NTSF formated hard drive.

The ScreenPlay HD Multimedia Drive comes with a remote control to help you navigate through your collection of digital content and has support for various media formats including MP3, AC3, WAV, WMA, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4 and JPEG. It also features both HDMI and component video outputs that you can use to display high-resolution digital photos and video on your display of choice. With these connections, you can choose your preferred video settings from either 480i, 480p, 720p or 1080i.

The ScreenPlay HD Multimedia Drive is currently available in the US and retails for $209.95, and is expected to ship internationally sometime in May for around $282.

Via [Far East Gizmos]

BenQ has unveiled a new model in its Joybook R laptop series with the Joybook R45. Sporting an unusual leather-like finish on the exterior, the BenQ R45 also has a latch-free closure which adds to its sleek design as well as to its durability.

The R45 is powered by a 2.10GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with a Mobile Intel PM965 Express Chipset and features a 14.1-inch widescreen display with BenQ’s patented UltraVivid technology, nVIDIA GeForce 8400M G graphics card with HDMI support, Wi-Fi, a 2-megapixel webcam, built-in microphone and speakers with smart noise suppression and echo cancellation. The notebook comes standard with 512MB of RAM with support for up to 4GB as well as storage options ranging from 120 up to 250GB.

The BenQ R45 is set to be released in China, Taiwan, South East Asia and Russia sometime this month. No pricing details have yet been announced.

Via [Far East Gizmos]

Epson has released a new notebook that is scheduled for a release in late April. The Epson Endeavor NA801 runs on an Intel Core 2 Duo T8100 processor and offers up a Geforce 8600M GT with 256 of VRAM in terms of graphics power. It also features a 13.3-inch display, HDMI output, Wi-Fi 802.11a/g/n and Bluetooth 2.0. Its also nice to see that power doesn’t have to weigh a ton, the NA801 weighs in at just over 4-pounds.

The Japanese Epson website confirms that the NA801 will retail for around $1000 when it is released, sadly this will be available only in Japan.

Via [Akihabara News]

The Japanese LCD market’s got a new 24-inch LCD courtesy of Green House. Bearing the model GH-TIG243SH-LB, the LCD boasts of HDMI technology for enhanced high-quality picture quality at the native resolution of 1920 x 1200. Complementing the HDMI features is a 1000:1 contrast ratio which facilitates widescreen viewing. And HDMI also means that the LCD supports Blu-ray video input, for how can you enjoy a high definition LCD if you’re not using a Blu-ray player? The LCD is also packed with 2 built-in stereo speakers. 

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Sony has released two new compact digital photo printers that are both easy to use and do not require too much technical knowledge from the users. Both new printers allow users to display photos on their HDTV via the HDMI support.

The first of these two printers is the DPP-FP75, a sleek looking printer with a user-friendly interface. The DPP-FP75 prints a page with 300x300 dpi resolutions in 63 seconds. Other features of the DPP-FP75 are the 3.5-inch LCD with tilt adjustable display, memory stick, SD and XD card compatibility, red eye correction button, various printing orientations and support for a maximum image size of up to 48-megapixels.

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Sony has made some significant announcements today, introducing three new digital photo frames. All the frames contain 800 x 480 WVGA displays with an aspect ratio of 15:9, and are capable of displaying pictures up to 48-megapixels in size. The 7-inch DPF-V700 and 9-inch DPF-V900 contain 512MB of internal storage, have built in Bluetooth, and HDMI outs. This is the first digital frame I’ve ever seen with an HDMI out and I wonder if that is a harbinger of things to come. A less expensive 7-inch DPF-D70 has 256MB of internal storage and loses the Bluetooth and HDMI out. All of the frames come with a remote and can utilize nearly every memory card style available. That’s another impressive move for a company not know for playing well with other companies formats. The DPF-V900, DPF-V700 and DPF-V700 digital photo frames will sell for $250, $190 and $140 and will be in stores in the spring.

Read [Sony]

Award-winning sound combined with technology at its most advanced level is yours to behold with the Bose Lifestyle V30 home theater system. Audio and video benefits can also be heard and not seen (contrary to that old axiom about children) as you simply connect the high-definition components, gaming console and other A/V equipment to the media console and then hide it all away as a standalone display permits you to receive and control system information.

The Bose V30 is HD compatible and works with your existing DVD player. The Tiny Jewel Cube speakers (just 4-1/2”high), as part of the distinctive ADAPTIQ system, reproduce surround sound that is specifically customized to the room. The system is the best, boasting a video resolution of up to 1080p over High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI). The V30 also features a horizontal center-channel speaker and an Acoustimass bass module. At the press of a single button on the universal remote, the correct audio and video is automatically synchronized.

The Bose Lifestyle V30 system is uniquely designed for performance, elegance and flexibility and will deliver a compelling, high quality performance every time. The exclusive technology is so intense that a user feels seated in the theater or concert hall, experiencing the rich and full sound of a unique audio and visual occasion.
Encore!

Read [Bose.com]