Articles for May, 2006
Acer Announces AL1951D Widescreen LCD Monitor
Acer India launched in earlier this month their new 19-inch widescreen LCD monitor, AL1951D, which supports 2ms response rates, 1000:1 contrast ratio and has a digital (DVI) interface. The AL1951D LCD monitor provides the performance required of today’s desktop publishers and high-tech gamers.
The Acer AL1951D monitor incorporates unique technologies demanded by today’s high-powered graphic applications such as game consoles, action-packed movies and live action sports.
It features a high brightness of 300 cd/m2 with 2 ms response rates. The Acer AL1951D LCD monitor also supports a contrast ratio of 1000:1 for brilliant colors and photo-like image quality. Acer AL1951D is capable of maximum resolution of 1280 x 1024.
Wireless Pocket Web Access Gadget Launched By Datawind
Datawind Corp, a Canadian wireless Web access gadget manufacturer, has introduced its new product Pocket-Surfer in India. Pocket-Surfer is a tiny Bluetooth enabled mobile Web access device which Datawind claims to provide the world’s fastest mobile Internet access.
Being able to connect directly to local wireless GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) network of mobile phone service provider, the Pocket-Surfer provides near desktop or laptop quality web surfing experience to users in their palm without having to connecting to a cellular phone or plugging into a landline modem or routers.
Users now have the power to access the web anywhere at anytime, using the technology they desired based on cost and device needs.
OneTouch III Storage Solutions Announced By Maxtor India
Maxtor Corporation has launched their new family of Maxtor OneTouch III external (portable) data storage and data backup solutions in India that offer a range of features, capacities and performance for home and SOHO users.
Maxtor OneTouch III storage solutions offers storage capacities from 100 GB to one Terabyte (1,000 GB) with easy-to-use, automated backup and restore capabilities for PC and Mac users.
Integrated into the new Maxtor OneTouch III family of products is the package of new software tools, including the ability to synchronize data between two or more computers and a System Rollback feature that helps return PC systems to a healthier state after a damaging spyware attack.
Lexmark Introduces E120n Monochrome Laser Printer
Lexmark International India has Lauched their new Lexmark E120n monochrome laser printer targeted especially to large population of SOHO customers across India along with small businesses owners requiring professional business-class printing quality at an affordable price.
The new Lexmark E120n would prove to be very economical networked monochrome laser printer for small and medium size business environment.
With a introductory estimated retail price of only Rs 7,999 and printing speeds in excess of 20 pages per minute, the new Lexmark E120n is seen as ideal choice for small offices wanting to increase their professional output, boost productivity and reduce printing operation costs with the help of a high quality and powerful networked laser printer.
The E120n printer can be configured as a local device, linking through a USB 2.0 cable, or a network one, linking through 10/100 Ethernet. Either way, software installation is easy and problem-free.
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HCL Would Market Apple iPods and desktops in India
HCL Infosystems, a IT company, entered into a non-exclusive strategic agreement with Apple Computers to distribute Apple desktop computers and its hot selling portable digital musical gadget iPod in India.
HCL said it would provide compelete sales and service support for distribution of Apple iPods in India which will be available in the price range of Rs 4,000 to Rs 23,000 through its wast network of 1,000 HCL retail outlets across the country.
As of now, almost all Apple iPods in India have been sold by unorganised retail and grey market mostly in big cities.
Ajai Chowdhury, CEO and Chairman of HCL Infosystems, said “HCL plans to sell and distribute Apple Desktop computers for Education, media and Entertainment purposes.”
HCL Infosystems had similar kind of strategic agreements TOSHIBA for selling laptops and notebook PCs in India through its large regional distribution network.
LG Launched M6100 Multimedia Mobile Phone
LG Electronics India announced its launch of its new stylishly sleek and feature packed Multimedia GSM Mobile Phone handset M6100 in India.
Equipped with many remarkable features and targeted towards the high end segment, the new LG M6100 has a sleek design and weighs just 88 gms. It is the first GSM in India, which has pre-installed English to English dictionary.
In addition, it comes with a password protected folder application called ‘data bank’, which will enable the consumers to store all confidential information on their phones giving the users enhanced security of their private data.
Armed with a 1.3 mega pixel digital camera, the M6100 enables one to capture precious moments perfectly with crystal clear details.
Samsung Introduce Digimax S-500 Digital Camera
Samsung India has launched their new ‘S’ Series of Point & Shoot digital camera, the Digimax S500, which is equipped with 3x optical zoom and a spacious 2.4 inch LCD monitor. Digimax S500 features a 5.3 Megapixel 1/2.5″ CCD, effective resolution 5.1 Megapixels and 5,8 - 17,4mm (equivalent with film 35 mm: 35 - 105mm) zoom lens.
Like their other recently lauhced digital cameras, the Samsung Digimax S500 features Auto Macro, to take close-up pictures automatically even if close-up mode is not set.
In addition it offers high-speed USB 2.0 transfer rate to computers and printers allowing upto 480 Mbps data transfer rates. Movie clips can be recorded at 30 frames per second and 640 X 480 VGA resolution with sound.
In Korea Samsung introduces their digital cameras under the name Kenox. In Europe or US we are familiar with the name Digimax.
Sony Unveils VAIO VGN-SZ18GP Notebook PC
Sony has launched VAIO VGN-SZ18GP notebook based on Intel Centrino Duo Mobile Processor Technology which is designed using Hybrid Graphic System.
The new Sony VAIO VGN-SZ15GP runs on the latest dual-core Intel Centrino platform with magnesium alloy chassis and while a premium version of this notebook has stronger carbon-fiber exterior with a faster processor and host of security features.
Made from the black carbon-fiber, the same material as the chassis of race cars made of, its exterior is very light, yet stronger and more scratch-resistant than magnesium alloy. This notebook has an understated and classy black-and-grey theme which sits well in an office environment.
AOC LM725 17-inch TFT LCD Multimedia Monitor
AOC, a pioneering LCD monitor manufacturer has launched AOC LM725, 17-inch TFT LCD monitor designed for standard office and home applications.
AOC LM725 has the new two-tone housing with a silver front frame and an anthracite base and rear panel. Despite these colours, the LM725 complies with the strict requirements for the TCO 99 seal of approval.
Its elegantly designed housing doesn`t take up much space on the desk. Technical highlights are the high contrast rate of min.350:1 and also the very fast high response time of only 16ms.
BenQ Siemens Q-Fi EF71 Music Mobile Phone
The BenQ-Siemens has launched Q-fi EF71, one of the first mobile phones within BenQ-Siemens´ ‘Q-Fi’ range of music devices.
Equipped with a 10-band graphic equaliser hooked up to a pair of built-in 3D surround-sound speakers and fed by the company’s own music playback applications it lets you customize your music and allow users share their music with friends while on the go in fine quality.
BenQ Siemens Q-fi EF71 mobile phone feature easy-to-use music entertainment with easy access to music functions and a plug and play, all-in-one solution for mobile music lovers.
That makes Q-fi EF71 a fully-featured music phone with exceptionally stylish looks with its timelessly and high-quality aluminum surface. For easy access to music functions, dedicated music keys are integrated seamlessly into the surface while enhancing the appearance of the device.
HCL Introduce Laptop Custom Made For Indian Defense Forces
HCL Infosystems has unveiled a laptop custom designed to address the specific needs of Indian defence forces. The company says that these leaptops have rugged die-cast magnesium structural components, enabled with GPS hardware, ‘on-move’ chargeability and backlit keyboards to enable work in pitch-dark conditions.
Truly rugged, HCL leaptop can be just closed and dumped into trucks during base shifting and also works in case of a drop on the ground.
These leaptops can sustain 26 repeated drops onto plywood over concrete from a hight of over three feets.
Intel 865 Dual Core Series Motherboards Launched By Gigabyte
Gigabyte Technology (India) has launched three new 865 dual core motherboards; GA-8I865ME-775, GA-8I865GVMK-775 and GA-8I865GM-775, for the latest Intel Pentium 4
processor.
According to company, all three newly launched motherboards will offer unprecedented computing power and stability, for both home and corporate usage arounf Pentium 4 CPU.
Samsung Unveils India’s First Wide-Screen CDMA Mobile Phone
Samsung India has launched launched India’s first wide-screen CDMA mobile phone handset ‘Wideo’, packed with lots of multimedia features and options with a special Tata Indicom package made available exclusively for Tata Indicom customers
The new Samsung Wideo features include:
- 262K TFT horizontal swivel screen
- 1-mega pixel rotating camcorder with up to two hours of video recording
- Dual stereo speakers
- 3D gaming
- Advance MP3 player with Juke box
- Speaker phone
- Pen drive memory with 45MB storage space.
- Video Streaming
- 72 polyphonic / MP3 ring tones
- TV/DVD remote control
- Hindi SMS
- 11 MB memory for Games, phonebook etc.
- Free accessories : Standard 1000 mAh battery, Extended 1300 mAh battery, Cradle battery charger, Stereo Headset, Leather carry pouch & Travel Charger
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BenQ FP72V, a new 17-inch Stylish LCD Monitor
BenQ has launched a 17-inch FP72 V LCD monitor designed for the Indian home market. The new 17-inch LCD monitor is specifically designed for family use, which typically involves playing digital music, playing videos, e-learning, instant messaging and communicating with friends and relatives.
The new 17-inch LCD offers several features that address the needs of the family at home environment, including automatic brightness adjustment, detachable web camera for flexible placement, flexible height settings, and wide viewing angles for sharing content.
According to company press release, the new FP72V offers a “family friendly” feature set that was designed with four concepts in mind: Comfort, Share, Hands-on Fun and Novelty.
