Articles for the Topic: 'Product Reviews'

Logitech, a major peripheral devices technology vendor, has announced the Logitech V500 Cordless Notebook Mouse featuring a 2.4 GHz wireless technology.

The Logitech V500 Cordless Notebook Mouse is loaded with innovations such as an expandable chassis, a touch-sensitive solid-state scrolling panel, and 2.4 GHz wireless technology. It is designed for the mobile professional and the notebook PC segment.

At 3 3/4 inches by 2 1/4 inches by 1 1/8 inches, this mouse is just 2.3 ounces when packed away, according to a press release.

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 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.

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Toshiba Corporation, launched Qosmio G30 Notebook Powered by Intel Core Duo Processor which is perhaps world’s first notebook PC with HD DVD-ROM drive.

Speaking on the occasion, company’s Computer Systems Division Manager (South Asia) Ivan Kam said that the new version Qosmio G30 is the latest model of Toshiba’s flagship ‘Four-in-one’ audio-video entertainment notebook with state-of-the-art product.

Powered by an Intel Core Duo Processor the Qosmio comes Microsoft Windows XP Media Center preinstalled. It features a built in HD Digital TV tuner as well as an analog TV tuner. You can view and record independently from either of the two tuners.

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Hewlett-Packard India unveiled new notebook, HP Pavilion dv8216TX which is based on Intel Core Due processor and comes with with a ultra BrightView widescreen, dual hard drives (2 x 80GB) and 17″ Ultra BrightView Widescreen with High Color Gamut technology

The new HP Pavilion dv8216TX notebook also features nVIDIA GeForce Go 7400 Discrete video processing frees the PC to run multiple applications simultaneously, 1GB of memory. It comes equipped with features such as HP QuickPlay Direct, a Next Generation ExpressCard Remote Control and LightScribe, which allows users to laser etch silk-screen labels on their CDs in one go.

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Asus India today unveiled its new W3J notebook powered by Intel’s dual-core Duo processor. The 14″ W3J notebook is its second product in the wide-screen category in the Indian market.

Company claims that the new W3J notebook is an ideal answer to the needs of gamers who want to experience gaming along with portability. In addition, the new notebook allows business users to view larger spreadsheets and presentations on its wide screen.

Powered with the latest dual core technology from Intel, the W3J enables users to simultaneously run demanding applications, such as running virus scan while talking on Skype and surfing the Web.

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Hewlett-Packard India, has launched the HP Compaq nx6110 series of notebooks for local market in what is seen as its latest offering in the commercial notebook space in India.

Priced at Rs. 47,990, the HP Compaq nx6110 notebook is powered by Intel Centrino Mobile Technology and comes with free Linux with limited fucntionality and with Windows XP Professional edition preinstalled at a little extra cost.

The HP Compaq nx6110 is the only notebook in its segment that offers safety features such as HP Mobile Data Protection System protects the hard drive from shock and vibration while HP Drivelock technology prevents the data in hard drive from being compromised, even if the notebook is lost or stolen.

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Acer India has introduced the all new Aspire 1641NWLMi - targeted at users who want a cost-effective mobile PC that features plush multimedia capabilities, reliable performance, dependable wireless connectivity, and nice style.

The new Aspire 1641NWLMi, Acer explains, is positioned as an affordable entertainment machine that delights users with onboard Intel graphics and a 15.4″ screen that offers them an exhilarating gaming and cinema viewing experience.

Aspire 1641 is doundeled with reliable Intel processors and WLAN readiness.

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