Sharp is now revamping its much popular Aquos G series LCD TVs. There will be 16 new models in total, with sizes ranging from 26 inches to 52 inches. While the lower end models will feature a 1366-786 resolution with 60Hz panels, the higher end models will be equipped with 120Hz Full HD panels. The company claims to have increased the color range adding a fourth wavelength lamp to the backlighting. Boasting the same sleek black and silver looks, the new panels will integrate an array of inputs such as 3 HDMI ports. The lower end 26-inch TV will cost $1,460 while the high end 52-inch model will set you back $4,462. All sets are available in Japan only for the moment but we might see these upgraded models on the US shelves later this year.

Via: AVguide

Sony is back with nine new LCD TVs in its very popular Bravia series. All the models are equipped with Sony’s x.v.Color wide color gamut system, 10-bit full 1920 x 1080 full high-definition resolution panels, Bravia Engine upscaler, and XMB crossbar interface. Good to know that they are compatible with Sony’s Bravia Internet Video Link to stream HD video directly to your living rooms over the internet.

W3000 Series: $4,300 52-inch KDL-52W3000, $3,500 46-inch KDL-46W3000, and $2,700 40-inch KDL-40W3000

XB4 Series: $4,800 52-inch KDL-52XBR4, $3,800 46-inch KDL-46XBR4 and $3,000 40-inch KDL-40XBR4

XBR5 Series: $5,100 52- inch KDL-52XBR5, $4,100 46-inch KDL-46XBR5 and $3,300 40-inch KDL-40XBR5

While the W3000 Series sets are festooned with an elegant brushed metal picture frame bezel, the XBR models come equipped with Sony’s “floating glass” look, Motionflow 120Hz high frame rate technology, and Bravia Engine Pro. All the nine new models will be available directly at sonystyle.com and at Sony Style stores nationwide.

Via: Engadget

Unlike LCDs backlit with the traditional fluorescent lamp, this biggie dims darker areas in the picture to enhance the contrast. And if you are keen to learn about other features, here we go! the HDTV has a 1080 pixel resolution and HDMI 1.3 inputs.

The pricing for the colossus has not been disclosed yet. We just hope it is not as big as the size of the TV.

Via: scifi

Here is the Eizo FlexScan HD2451W High Definition LCD display. It looks very different and intriguing when compared to the other LCDs available in the market. This HD2451W displays a 24-inch LCD monitor with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 , 450cm/m2 brightness, 16ms response time, 1000:1 of contrast ratio.

The Eizo FlexScan HD2451W boasts of two HDMI inputs for 1080p data, HDCP DVI port, D-Sub port and S-Video port. The HD2451W has dual USB 2.0 ports.
The FlexScan S2431W and another rocking, FlexScan S2031W, incorporate 20.1-inch LCD display with 1680×1050 resolution.
Eizo FlexScan HD2451W carries a price tag of 149,800 Yen while the S2431W and S2031W are priced at 114,800 and 59,800 correspondingly.

Via: Itechnews

David Katzmaier over at CNet has reviewed the new Samsung LN-T4665F LCD TV and has stated it as the best LCD they have tested so far. The flat-panel LCD TV managed to fetch 8.3 points out of 10. Except the downside that the edges are a little brighter than the middle in dark areas, the Samsung LN-T4665F LCD scored well in all other categories.

The LCD TV’s 1080p native resolution, gorgeous make, inclusion of HDMI 1.3-compatible inputs, outstanding picture controls, and an appreciable range of aspect ratio controls impressed the reviewers. They claim the Samsung LN-T4665F to be the best-performing LCD-based HDTV they have ever tested in a darkened room.

Although, they didn’t like that reflective screen but they say that the picture quality of the Samsung LN-T4665F exceeds that of any LCDs they have reviewed so far.

Via: Gizmodo

The latest R200 Notebook PC has been finally unveiled in India. This notebook PC is meant for use by the high-end home segment. The device sports a unique look and comprises of path-breaking technologies.

One of the innovations used in this PC is Sideshow. This lends greater convenience in listening to music, seeing slideshows or accessing e-mail in Windows. No extra booting of the system is required for the operation of Sideshow, thereby adding to its user-friendliness.

The R200 Notebook PC sports an original piano black design. Red touch sensitive buttons are provided on a black and glossy background, lending the PC a stylish and classy appearance. The users can also have the pleasure of playing the latest popular games ( featuring DirectX 10). HD movies can also be played in this notebook PC. The all-new audio technology for superior cinema-quality is provided in this device, along with the capability of virtual surround sound enhancement.

At the launch of the R200, the Head of the Business Group in IT Divison, R.Manikandan commented,

We strive to create new and innovative products that allow people to give the customer delight. We at LG believe that R200 model laptop will revolutionize the way people perceive technology.

The LG R200 Notebook PC has been launched in India at an introductory price of Rs. 79,990, and surely promises to be a device of unmatched utility and performance.

source:techgadgets

Taiwanese researchers have developed an LCD screen, which knows where the viewer is and automatically adjusts itself to provide better images. Chih-Nan in cooperation with Wayne Cheng has developed the screen at the Photonics and Display Institute, National Chiao Tung University in Taiwan. So far, the researchers have developed a prototype display, which connects to a miniature camera that tracks the location of a viewer.

Software then adjusts the liquid crystals within the display to produce the clearest possible image. The new technique stops the problem of seeing a blurry or distorted image, if you view an LCD screen from an angle. The LCD screen includes tiny valves and Miniature camera.

Tiny valves: The brightness of each pixel in an LCD is controlled by altering the angle of the liquid crystals held between two polarising elements. These crystals act like tiny valves, which effectively alter the viewing angle of these crystals. Thus it reduces the brightness and contrast of a pixel and also distorts the clarity and colors of an overall image.

Miniature camera: The prototype device uses software, which tracks the location of the viewer. The orientation of liquid crystals in the display and the power fed to light emitting diodes behind each and then adjusted to provide the best image.

According to Wayne Cheng, viewing angle is an inherent and fundamental problem for the LCD due to its working principle. Now researchers are working on infrared sensor, which tracks a users by the position of their eyes.

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Via: Engadget

The feature is flexible with 4 modes comprising “off” that can be changed by the user to go with the content, whether it is high-def features or Blu-ray Disc movies. The latest Photo TV HD mode imitates the appearance of real printed photography to the set.

This is carried out by replicating first-rate digital photos by fine-tuning parameters; like sharpness, gradation and color. The additional characteristics of the 70″ SXRD model KDS-Z70XBR5 and 60” KDS-Z60XBR5 are x.v.Color technology, Theater Mode, DmeX compatibility, Xross Media Bar (XMB) interface, Internet connectivity and the Theatre Sync characteristic.

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‘Old is gold’, they say. Not necessarily, at least in the gadget-world. Who would ever want to buy a DVD Player that has just the solo function of playing DVDs? In that case, as a company, you would want to include additional functions to entice buyers. However, not all companies reflect this mindset when they release DVD players. For once, you have a company that does.

So, when you look at Evergreen’s (truly evergreen with its ideas) EG-D330H, you would be a victim of the ‘wow’ factor. And you would want to blame Evergreen for that because it has gone the extra mile to incorporate technologies like HDMI and DVD-Upscale to play DivX, XviD, Mpeg-4 and MP3 files. In addition to these, the company has also equipped the player with USB and SD slots, so that you can play files directly from your portable devices. Kudos to Evergreen for this valiant effort.

Via: akihabaranews

One of the major problems with the LCD TVs is the not-so-good performance while displaying swift action scenes. JVC has now announced a breakthrough technology, the second generation of their Clear Motion Drive that will help the LCDs deliver sharper, clearer images for the fast action sequences. To achieve this, they have used a frame doubling driver that augments the refresh rate to 120Hz and motion interpolation. They have made an algorithm that will detect the pace of the movement in any sequence and will increase the frame rate accordingly. The LCD TV’s incorporating this novel technology will start hitting the shelves this fall. The three models, 47-inch LT-47X898, the 42-inch LT-42X898 and the 37-inch LT-37X898 will be made available at the launch.

Via: SlashGear