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Sometimes, we just can’t let go – original eight track records, vintage clothes, hard-to-find comic books, first edition volumes… even with the digital age, some people still prefer to rock on with their analogs.

If you (or your father) are like this, JVC hears you. The company recently announced that it has released two new video recorders capable of handling VHS, DVD, and even HDD recording.

Intuitively, the DR-HX500 has a 500GB hard drive while the DR-HX250 has half that capacity (250GB). That’s where the difference ends. Both devices boast of a built-in analog/digital TV tuner, an HDMI socket, a VHS player, and a DVD burner/player. Both are capable of handling DTS and Dolby Digital formats.

Parents can now relive their old classics while their children indulge in the latest Hollywood releases. Recorded clips from TV, such as American Idol episodes, can either be stored on the hard drive or burned on DVD’s.

The HX500 can go for as much as $906 while the HX250 will post a $715 tag.

Via [Pocket-lint]

JVC is entering the sub-camcorder market with its new Everio S Series camcorder - the GZ-MS100. Aside from its slim and compact design and advanced video capturing features, this new camcorder boasts of a one-touch upload to YouTube. That’s right folks, JVC is taking advantage of the popularity of YouTube and came up with its own nifty YouTube functionality.

Users just have to install the Cyberlink software and they can get started uploading videos right after their video capturing sessions. The camcorder’s upload button makes this task easy to do. The camcorder also automatically sets the time limit when recording video for YouTube purposes. Users don’t have to manually set the time to 10 minutes, which is what YouTube’s limit is. Using a USB cable to connect the camcorder and a PC automatically launches the application to upload videos to YouTube.

Other features of this camcorder include; Konica Minolta 35x optical lens and 800x digital, records directly to SD/SDHC memory card, 1/6-inch 680K pixel CCD, Gigabrid engine, Laser touch operation, auto LCD backlight control and a 2.7-inch 16:9 widescreen clear LCD. This camcorder retails at $349.99 and will hit the streets sometime in June.

Product [JVC] Via [OhGizmo!]

JVC is having a hard time keeping up with what the consumer wants these days and so they have been posting some pretty big losses. Year after year, JVC losses increase by a lot, they have risen from $75 million to a whopping $455 million. The main culprit for the loss is their failing HDTV department. In an effort to gain more some profit, the are being forced to make some changes.

First, they will move their chief production areas to less expensive places. This means that the factory in Scotland and Japan will be moved to Poland and Thailand. By doing this, they hope to save some money with reduced operating expenses. Also, they plan to focus most of their efforts on the profitable big screen TV area, like 42-inches and up. These changes will be limited to the Japanese market for the time being, no word on what they plan to do in the American market and how to gain more profits in America.

JVC blames the losses partly on getting rid of unprofitable business firms, and they say that their TV department needs to go back to the drawing board because people aren’t interested in rear-projection and tube TV’s, but rather LCD’s and flat panel screens.

Via [Electronista]

JVC is releasing a new high-end model to its bi-metal in-ear canal headphones – JVC HA-SX500. If you are wondering what a bi-metal headphone is? Just think of old times and try to recall those folding headphones that we used to wear to listen to our precious Sony Walkmans. Well, that’s exactly how the JVC HA-SX500 looks.

But don’t even think that this new JVC headphones is a clone of those old Sony ones. JCV is actually touting this product as a high-end addition to their bi-metal headphone lineup. By high-end it simply means that JVC has designed this headphone to produce high quality sound through a Bi-METAL structure. The HA-SX500 also reduces friction noise while increasing comfort during prolong used. Less friction noise means, better audibility.

Now for some even more good stuff, the HA-SX500 are lightweight and should fit comfortably and securely while at the same time delivering superior isolation from both external sounds and sound leakage. The headphone was designed ergonomically with silicon rubber earpiece supported by cushioned metallic foldable headband. What this simply means is you’d probably enjoy using the headphone without straining your ears that much.

And finally, as a way of responding to the sign of the times, JVC is throwing in a plug that connects the HA-SX500 with the iPhone. If you don’t mind pairing your iPhone with this old looking headphone, then be prepared to spare around $79.95 sometime this month when JVC officially released the HA-SX500.

Via [Crave] Read [JVC]

Recently at CES, JVC announced their new Marshmallow headphones that are set to come in seven different colors, they claim to coordinate with the latest iPod’s. Basically, the new Marshmallow in-ear canal headphones were designed to be extra comfortable and provide great sound quality.

The HA-FX34 Marshmallow comes with super-soft earpieces to provide a snug and comfortable fit inside your ear. They claim that the colors of the headphones perfectly complement with Apple’s 3rd gen iPod Nano and iPod Shuffle. Also, these headphones are fully compatible with the iPhone. If you have either of these Apple devices, you might want to consider picking up one these JVC headphones to match your iPod.

Additionally, there is a 3.28 foot cord, that is designed to reduce noise, from the noise generated when it brushes against clothing.

The HA-F130 Gummy in-ear headphones, are now available in three new and different colors, they are Raspberry Red, Mint Blue and Melon Green, so the total of the gummy colors are now eight. These have been designed to provide maximum comfort in your ears, and likewise with the Marshmallow lineup, it comes with a gold-plated iPhone and iPod compatibility.

The Marshmallow headphones will be available in February ‘08 for 20 dollars, and the Gummy HA-F130 are now available costing only 10 bucks.

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JVC recently announced a new type of Bluetooth stereo headset which is designed to fit comfortably in your ear, and provide hands-free calling as well as good quality music listening. Dubbed the HA-W700BT, it comes with amazing stereo sound and sound isolation, so you only hear your music and not outside noise. It will also last up to 11 hours on a single charge.

This headset supports Bluetooth version 2.0, and is compatible with profiles such as A2DP, AVRCP, HFP and HSP. It features an 11mm neodymium driver units which feature a frequency range of 10Hz to 23kHz. Now, this headset consists of 2 parts, the in ear headphones part, as well as the small receiver. The receiver features a small clip, thus allowing you to clip it onto a shirt. The receiver can also be connected to your home audio system, using a mini jack, and then it will act like a wireless stereo receiver. 

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Wooden headphones or earbuds seem to becoming more and more popular. A couple of months ago, Audio Technica announced their wooden headphones. These new JVC HP-FX500 earbuds cost less than wooden headphones because wooden headphones require more wood than normal earbuds. So, if you’re looking for wooden headphones or earbuds and are looking to save money, then you might want to go with the earbuds.

These earbuds also feature high quality sound, and they only weigh 7.5 grams. Specs of the HP-FX500 are as followed: sensitivity of 100dB/1mW and frequency response of 8Hz to 25kHz. No word on when they be available, but look for a Japan launch first. They will retail for 15,000 Japanese Yen, or about $130.

Via [Akihabara News]

This ultra-compact, go-anywhere portable speaker system has a built-in iPod dock and FM tuner. It runs on 6 AA batteries and includes an AC power supply for added flexibility. It’s also a clock radio alternative that features a built-in alarm clock with snooze function, a date display and if that doesn’t seem different enough from every other iPod speaker, this one has a room temperature display.

Read [PC World] Read [JVC]