Friday, August 31, 2007

HTC P3600i

Singapore – August 28, 2007 – HTC Corp. (TAIEX: 2498; “HTC”), the world's leading provider of Microsoft® Windows Mobile® smart devices, announces the launch of the all-new 3.5G PDA phone, the HTC P3600i, a PDA phone specially designed for executives and professionals. The P3600i’s slim-fitting size and 2.8-inch screen is ideal for the browsing of webpages and Office documents. Sporting an incredibly fast 500 MHz CPU and ROM memory of 256MB, the P3600i enables an incomparably quick and snappy performance from the phone, even when it has to open up huge music and video files. The HTC P3600i provides multiple ways to access the Internet, including Wi-Fi 802.11g and HSDPA, making it convenient for users to be connected, anywhere, anytime for work, or leisure. Built with quality in mind, the phone’s body has a luxurious high gloss finish that when touched, is reminiscent of a top-end grand piano, and will be available in Polished Black.



Wireless Surfing, For All Lifestyles

The HTC P3600i supports HSDPA and Wi-Fi Internet access functions, enabling users to directly connect to the Internet, send and receive emails, browse the Internet and maintain instant communications with anyone around the world through MSN. In non-wireless zones, users can make use of HSDPA’s high-speed connectivity to video-conference with friends and business contacts. In addition, the HTC P3600i has an all-new Internet-sharing function which transforms it to an external Modem and provides your laptop with 3.5G HSDPA high-speed Internet access service. No matter where you are in the world, you can use HTC P3600i to access the Internet and fully enjoy a lifestyle of wireless mobility today.



Total Mobility, One-Touch Operation
HTC P3600i uses Windows Mobile® 6 Professional as its operating system, and provides RSS news browsing, access to Office documents, a mobile dictionary, personal scheduling functions, voice commander and other useful functions. It also supports PushMail** enabling anyone to receive and send important mails while on the go, while Outlook Mobile helps users better manage time and contact information.

Re-defining The Modern Lifestyle
The P3600i is already packed with many useful functions. With the GPS technology, this compact device also allows users to navigate their way while driving, helping them to quickly locate places of interests and with greater accuracy. What’s more, the GPS function does not require external antenna support.

In addition to its many functions, the HTC P3600i also has a 360-degree scroll wheel, providing easy scrolling of information without need for a stylus, thus making single-handed usage of the phone a breeze. By matching an in-built 2 mega-pixel camera to a 2.8-inch QVGA screen, not only is capturing the best shot easy, but also enjoyable, as you view your masterpiece on a big screen. The HTC P3600i also provides a media player that can play many different file formats of music to satisfy any music lover’s dream, with the additional option of music to be played in surround sound through Bluetooth A2DP. The VRCP Bluetooth remote control function immediately turns the phone into an entertainment device when used with the included media player. A Mini-SD memory slot at the phone’s side is easily accessible and available to expand the phone’s music and video file storage space.
Pricing & Availability:


The P3600i from HTC Asia will be available at Comex 2007 - Hall 4, Booth 8130 and at all authorized resellers at a suggested retail price of SGD $1,228 (inclusive of 7% GST).

Aztech deals at Comex

Sony Introduces Two New Cyber-shot™ Cameras and Smile Shutter Function

Sony’s latest Cyber-shot™ T200 incorporates unique smile shutter function while the powerful Cyber-shot™ H3 comes with ultimate 10x optical zoom
Singapore, 29th August – Sony Singapore introduces two new Cyber-shot™ cameras, the DSC-T200, and DSC- H3 in a range of exciting colours to Singapore. Implementing the new smile shutter function, the Cyber-shot™ T200 shoots automatically when a smiling face is detected. The flagship model, Cyber-shot™ T200 incorporates a generous 3.5” LCD Wide and Touch screen, one of the largest in the market to make viewing and sharing of images convenient. For the first time, the new compact Cyber-shot™ H3 combines a powerful 10x optical zoom with a BIONZ imaging processor and Face Detection technology, ideal for sharp and clear picture quality for faraway targets.

“Sony continues to lead the digital consumer camera market with innovative features such as the smile shutter and large LCD Wide and Touch screen to woo our consumers with extraordinary photo experience. Combined with our signature stylish design and powerful BIONZ processing engine, our new range of Cyber-shot™ cameras set the standard for consumer cameras in the market,” said Mr. Takeo Kobayashi, Managing Director, Sony Singapore.

Sony has developed the unique smile shutter technology for the new Cyber-shot™ T200 for the first time. With Sony’s proprietary algorithm, the intelligent auto shutter system can detect a smiling face and activates the shooting mode. Ideal for joyous occasions, the DSC-T200 ensures that a happy moment is never to be missed.


The stylish 8.1 mega pixel Cyber-shot™ T200 series measures a slim 20.4mm. It has a new 16:9 aspect ratio wide LCD screen that implements a new 230,000 dot high resolution touch screen interface to allow convenient operation and is layered with an anti-reflective AR coating to achieve high visibility even in strong sunlight.


The new affordable Cyber-shot™ H3 is currently one of the smallest high optical magnification zoom camera in the market. Its newly developed and premium optical 10x Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens and 17x telephoto with HD smart zoom are capable of focusing on the object from a distant distance without the inconvenience of getting close to it. The new advanced sports shooting mode with a high sensitivity of ISO3200 makes the Cyber-shot™ H3 an ideal camera for fast moving action or sports moment with continuous AF and focus control function to track the moving subject for a sharp quality photo image.

The new touch screen interface incorporates a user-friendly shooting function that allows accurate focusing and switching on the Face Detection mode just by touching the person’s face. Alternatively, the photographer can also express its artistic side by changing the focus in the screen other than the subject. The new Cyber-shot™ cameras also incorporate fun and retouching elements including the “Paint” function with up to 30 different stamps to decorate on the pictures and the in-camera retouching functions to fine tune images for the perfect touch.

With Sony’s advanced Bionz imaging processor and Super SteadyShot™ optical image stabilization, the new Cyber-shot™ cameras shoot high quality images in high speed with its fast processing power for quick motion shoots. In Cyber-shot™ HC3, the Bionz imaging processor enables power and potent long-distance flash to shoot subjects up to 14 metres. These high quality pictures captured by these Cyber-shot™ cameras can also be enjoyed and shared on a high definition (HD) television with built-in HD output via optional cables or Cyber-shot™ station. During a portrait shoot, the Face Detection technology enables the camera to detect human faces in the viewer with neutral and healthy skin tones and red-eye reduction.

These new and exciting Cyber-shot™ cameras are now available in Singapore at all authorized Sony dealers.

Prices are:
DSC-T200 S$ 699.00 inclusive GST
DSC-H3 S$ 549.00 inclusive GST

Colours available:
Cyber-shot™ T200
Cyber-shot™ H3
Black, Silver, Red
Black, Silver


Specifications Sheet
Cyber-shot™ T200
- Smile Shutter
- HD Output compatible
- Slide show with music(HD/SD)(Effect: Normal, Simple, Active, Nostalgic, Stylish/ Preset music: 4 tunes)
- In-camera Retouching (Radial Blur, Retro, Soft focus, Fisheye, Cross Filter, Part - Colour, Redeye Correction, Trimming)
- Multi Resize
- Wide Zoom Display
- HOME/ MENU
- Function Guide (Mode Guidance, Icon Guidance)
- Auto Daylight Synchro
- Redeye Reduction
- Self Timer(2 sec./ 10sec.)
- Grid Line
- Auto Review
- Hand Shake Alert
- PictBridge(USB Direct Print)

[ Other Features]
- Multi Terminal (DC-in / USB / AV out)
- DC IN Terminal (Optional)
- MS Duo Slot
- Tripod Receptacle
- InfoLITHUM Battery NP-FD1 Compatible
- Quick Response
- Stamina
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 93.5 x 59.3 x 20.4 mm
- Weight: Approx. 160g

*w/o battery and media

- Lithium ION Battery
- Battery Charger
- Multi Connector (USB/ AV-out)
- Wrist Strap
- Paint Pen
- Adapter Plate for CSS-HD1/PC1
- Supplied Software:Picture Motion Browser Ver.2.1


Cyber-shot™ H3 - HD Slide Show with Music
- In-camera Retouching (Soft Focus, Fisheye, Cross Filter, Part Colour, Redeye Correction, Trimming)
- HOME Menu
- Wheel Dial
- Function Guide (Mode Guidance, External Key=Icon Guidance)
- Auto Daylight Synchro.
- Pop-up Flash
- Self Timer (2 sec. 10 sec.)
- Grid Line
- Auto Review
- Hand Shale Alert
- Redeye Reduction
- PictBridge(USB Direct Print)

[ Other Features]
- Multi Terminal (HD Output)
- DC IN Terminal
- MS Duo Slot
- Tripod Receptacle
- LITHIUM ION Battery (NP-BG1)
- Quick Response
- Stamina
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 106.0mm x 68.5mm x 47.5mm
- Weight: 264g
*w/o battery and media

- Lithium ION Battery
- Battery Charger
- Multi Connector
- Lens Adapter Ring
- Flower Type Lens Hood
- Lens Cap
- Lens Cap Strap
- Shoulder Strap
- Supplied Software: Picture Motion Browser Ver. 2.0

Wednesday, August 29, 2007

Go Play: Nokia unveils four devices optimized for entertainment, music and games

August 29, 2007, Singapore -- Alongside the introduction of Ovi, the door to Nokia’s Internet services, Nokia today unveiled four new mobile devices specifically optimized for entertainment, music and games. Each device offers dedicated music or gaming keys, expanded memory, large screens and extended battery performance to provide quick and easy access to entertainment content. The devices are expected to begin shipping later this year.

“From the strikingly slim Nokia 5310 XpressMusic music phone to the fully-featured Nokia N81 multimedia computer, Nokia offers a range of entertainment-enabled devices for consumers who want their music, games and favourite media with them wherever they go,” said Urpo Karjalainen, Nokia’s Senior Vice President, Customer & Market Operations, Asia Pacific. “We believe these full-featured, well-designed devices will be very popular and will help bring Nokia’s Internet and music services to life.”

Nokia N81 and Nokia N81 8GB: Entertainment made simple

With dedicated music and gaming keys, a 3.5 mm headphone connector and 3G and WLAN connectivity, the Nokia N81 multimedia computer is a true mobile entertainment powerhouse. With a sleek, polished surface and keys that light up when you activate them, accessing content on the 3D multimedia menu is fast and intuitive. The Nokia N81 is configured to find, buy, manage and play music and games purchased from the Nokia Music Store and N-Gage games service.

The Nokia N81 comes in two versions: the Nokia N81 8GB with internal 8GB flash memory, and the Nokia N81 with expandable memory. Both versions are expected to begin shipping the fourth quarter of 2007.
Nokia N95 8GB: Stunning screen, massive memory

The Nokia N95, the world’s greatest multimedia computer, just got greater. With all the key features of its predecessor, including a 5 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics, built-in A-GPS, WLAN, HSDPA and an innovative 2-way slide, the Nokia N95 8GB now offers up to eight gigabytes of built-in memory.

The N95 8GB also boasts a new luminous 2.8” QVGA display – one of largest ever for a multimedia computer – so that watching videos, browsing the Internet or viewing maps is easy. With its expanded memory, the N95 8GB offers up to 20 hours of video* or up to 6000 songs**. The N95 8GB multimedia computers is expected to begin shipping in the fourth quarter of 2007.

Nokia 5310 XpressMusic – Small in size, big on music
With a sleek aluminium finish, the Nokia 5310 XpressMusic phone blends an array of features with an iconic design. At only 9.9mm thick and weighing less than 71 grams, the Nokia 5310 XpressMusic fits comfortably in a pocket or purse. A mini music powerhouse, the Nokia 5310 XpressMusic offers up to 18 hours of music playback, memory for up to 3,000 songs on an optional 4GB microSD card and dedicated music keys**. Expand listening options to music headphones or speakers with a built-in 3.5mm jack. With a 2-megapixel camera and a bright 2-inch QVGA screen with up to 16 million colors, the Nokia 5310 XpressMusic is expected to begin shipping in the fourth quarter of 2007.

Nokia 5610 XpressMusic – Edgy design, sharp sound
The Nokia 5610 XpressMusic comes ready to rock with an iconic Music Slider key making music easy to access with a flick of the thumb. Aluminum side panels accent the all-black high gloss finish and large 2.2-inch, 16 million color display of the Nokia 5610 XpressMusic. The Nokia 5610 XpressMusic offers crystal clear sound and up to 22 hours of music playback and memory with capacity for 3,000 songs on an optional 4GB microSD card**. More than just a phone and music player, the Nokia 5610 XpressMusic features a high-quality 3.2 megapixel camera with autofocus and dual LED flash. The Nokia 5610 XpressMusic uses 3G technology, and with pre-load web applications, downloads, web-browsing and video calls can be made faster and easier. The Nokia 5610 XpressMusic is expected to begin shipping in the fourth quarter of 2007.

Music accessories - More music for all ears
Recognizing the increasing role of mobile phones in music consumption, Nokia and globally-recognized audio manufacturers, including Altec Lansing, JBL, and Philips will offer a range of music accessories matching the XpressMusic handsets in design and functionality. The partner accessories, including headphones, docking stations and speakers, will be identifiable by “For Nokia XpressMusic Phones.”

Also introduced today were two Nokia branded enhancements. The Nokia Bluetooth Stereo Headset BH-503, compatible with Nokia XpressMusic phones with stereo Bluetooth support and the small, but powerful Nokia Pocket Speakers MD-6, compatible with Nokia XpressMusic phones with 2.5mm / 3.5mm connectors.

* Capacity based on H.264 750-Kbps video at 320-by-240 resolution, combined with 128-Kbps audio. Capacity is half of this with H.264 1.5 Mbps video at

640-by-480 resolution, combined with 128-Kbps audio (near-DVD-quality).

** Capacity based on 3:45 per song with 48 kbps eAAC+ (M4A) encoding on the Nokia Music Manager.

Friday, August 3, 2007

Sony Ericsson’s new W580i WALKMAN phone


Oozing urban coolness is Sony Ericsson’s new W580i WALKMAN phone.

This slim 14mm slider phone, where urban style meets cool innovation, promises to deliver the ultimate mobile music experience. The W580i boosts the capability of storing up to 470 full-length music tracks*. Sony Ericsson has ensured that downloading music into the phone is smooth by providing Disc2Phone music management software and USB cables in the package.

This ingenious phone also enables users to identify music tracks that they do not recognise through TrackID software, regardless whether they are playing them via the phone’s RDS FM Radio or not. The cool glowing orange colour displayed by the phone when the user navigates the Walkman player, adds to the exclusiveness touch of the phone.

A 2.0 megapixel camera, which is cleverly built in the W580i, will delight those who love taking pictures. Together with its fast connectivity, users will find picture blogging and instant messaging effortless. Its wide 2.0” screen is ideal for web browsing, viewing camera photos and gaming. 3D games such as Sims 2 and Lumines have already been pre-installed in the phone.

The W580i is the perfect gift for those who are not only looking for a mobile device that enables them to connect to the rest of the world but also provides them entertainment while they are sweating it out on the treadmill. Besides entertaining, the W580i also monitors their steps, calories and even their running speed/distance/time. A definite choice for the young at heart, hip, aesthetically-inclined and active user.

Sony Ericsson’s W580i WALKMAN phone comes in two attractive colours – Style White or Urban Grey and is immediately available in Singapore.

*W580i Walkman phone capable of storing up to 470 tracks in eAAC+ codec

Samsung 226CW Widescreen LCD Monitor


SAMSUNG REDEFINES COLOUR INNOVATION WITH LAUNCH OF THE

OFFICIAL GAMING LCD MONITOR OF THE WORLD CYBER GAMES 2007

- The new Samsung 226CW Widescreen LCD Monitor enables gamers to experience

unsurpassed realism and action-packed game play with vibrant colours and fast response time

SINGAPORE , 3 August 2007 – Samsung Electronics, the worldwide market leader in LCD displays, today unveiled the Samsung 226CW Widescreen LCD Monitor at the World Cyber Games in Singapore. The official monitor of the World Cyber Games 2007, the 226CW features 1680 x 1050 resolution which enables it to display colours close to vivid reality. Together with a 2 ms response time and 3,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, the 226CW offers gamers the ultimate gaming experience.

“Our research has shown that image quality is the top attribute that is desired by every gamer and the Samsung 226CW Widescreen LCD Monitor has been developed with these gamers in mind,” said Mr. Ng Long Shyang, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Telecommunications and IT products. “Samsung is proud to be a worldwide sponsor of the World Cyber Games since 2000. We believe that this is a great platform to demonstrate our leadership and expertise in LCD monitors and showcase our top-class gaming equipment to international gamers who are technology opinion leaders.”

Part of Samsung’s Wide Colour Gamut series, the Samsung 226CW features 97 per cent of the NTSC (National Television System Committee) colour gamut for CCFL (Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp) displays. The 226CW’s upgraded CCFL colour display has been extended within the red and green spectrum to showcase deeper, more multi-dimensional pictures. This groundbreaking colour range is an 18 per cent improvement on the previous standard for LCD monitors.

With the 226CW, gaming enthusiasts can expect a theatre-quality visual experience combined with rich, clear images visible even during dark and dramatic game scenes. The 226CW’s widescreen and dynamic contrast ratio outlines every detail while its rapid response time, with Fast Image Processing, enables precision imaging with no ghosting whilst gaming or watching action movies.

“Competitive and casual gamers will be dazzled by the Samsung 226CW LCD Monitor and its exceptional image quality. PC games come to life on this incredible widescreen display with never-before-seen colours and razor sharp details,” said Mr Wilson Chia, one of Singapore’s top gamers and the Singapore champion for Dead or Alive 4 at the World Cyber Games 2006.

The 226CW LCD Monitor is also designed to fit seamlessly into any home or office environment. Its distinct glossy piano-black finish with curved edges and discreet blue LED power button ensure the user’s focus is on the widescreen display for an optimum viewing experience.

The Windows Vista Certified Samsung 226CW LCD Monitor comes with user-friendly features such as the proprietary MagicBright3 that enables easy optimisation across different modes – Internet, Game, Movie, Text, among others – with one click. The 226CW also complies with VESA standards and can be wall-mounted.

The Samsung 226CW Widescreen LCD Monitor is available at a recommended retail price of $660. The Wide Colour Gamut series includes a 19 inch model, the 931CW, available at a recommended retail price of $415.


Specifications:


226CW

Panel

Viewable area

22" Wide

Pixel Pitch(mm)

0.282

Brightness(cd/)(typ.)

300 cd/

Dynamic Contrast Ratio(typ.)

Dynamic CR 3000:1

Viewing Angle(H/V)

160˚/160˚

Response Time(ms)(typ.)

2(GTG)

Maximum Resolution

1680x1050

Color Supported

16.7M

Signal Input

Input Video Signal

Analog RGB, DVI

Sync. Type

Separate H/V, Composite , SOG

Input Connectors

15pin D-sub, DVI-D

Mac compatibility

O

Multimedia Speakers

X

Wall-Mount

VESA 100mm

TCO

X

Cabinet Color

Black High Glossy

Dimension

Set(W*H*D)(mm) (with stand)

514.6x422.0x219.3

Set(W*H*D)(mm) (w/o stand)

514.6x353.3x63.0

Packing(W*H*D)(mm)

606.0x158.0x488.0

Weight

Set(kg)

5.7

Packing(kg)

7.4

Special Features

Wide Color Gamut (97%). DVI (HDCP). MagicBright3. Color Innovation.

Stand

Type

Simple

Function

Swivel, Tilt

ZyXEL WPA-1000 wireless adapter



Integrating Wireless and Network Projection in One Single Device
SINGAPORE - Aug 1, 2007 - ZyXEL Communications Corp. (TSE:2391), the world’s largest residential gateway provider (In-Stat, 2006), brings to Singapore the innovative ZyXEL WPA-1000 wireless adapter that adds wireless capabilities to projectors. It allows presentation of multiple files from more than one laptop over secure 802.11b/g networks, without having to physically connect laptops to the projectors. A “plug-n-play” device, ZyXEL WPA-1000 is easy to use, with automatic driver installation.

“We all spend great amount of time in meetings in our corporate lives. ZyXEL is passionate about ways great ideas and technology innovation can help businesses and organizations increase efficiency; our vision is to make technology products a breeze to handle and to make our work life easier and better,” said Jimmy Goh, GM of ZyXEL Singapore. “Thanks to ZyXEL WPA-1000, users can now save time and the hassle of setting up projector in meetings. In addition, connecting the ZyXEL WPA-1000 via its built-in Ethernet port also allows the projector to be part of the organization network, allowing presentations to be ‘beamed’ through the network at any time.”

“One of the key advantages of ZyXEL WPA-1000 is the unlimited download of Projecting Utility (projection interface). Whenever there is a need to use the projector, one can easily download the software from WPA-1000 WebGUI and instantly connect to the projector. One such example is the hospitality industry. With the growth of MICE activities in Singapore and the region, ZyXEL WPA-1000 makes it effortless for speakers during presentations.

ZyXEL WPA-1000 provides the auto VGA signal search functionality that allows users to instantaneously connect to a projector or monitor through a wireless connection. Since ZyXEL WPA-1000 automatically searches for the presence of any wireless signals from projectors/monitor, displaying presentation slides is as simple as a few clicks on the mouse.

No longer having to deal with complicated cable connection and display issues, ZyXEL WPA-1000 offers users greater control over their presentation with handing control over to other speakers a breeze. While one speaker is presenting, others can simply queue up their presentations and wait for their turns. The ZyXEL WPA-1000 administrator can easily stop, start or cancel any presentations using the user-friendly control panel. The ZyXEL WPA-100 utilizes advanced Wireless Security Transmission with WEP Encryption to ensure all contents are protected and secured.

Availability
ZyXEL WPA-1000 is now available and priced at S$374.50 inclusive of GST. Please contact ZyXEL Sales at +65 6899 2218.

RAZER DIAMONDBACK 3G



ALL-NEW EDITION OF RAZER DIAMONDBACK™ EQUIPPED WITH THIRD GENERATION SENSOR
Razer’s most advanced infrared sensor is applied to the latest edition of the multi-award winning Razer mouse

Carlsbad, Calif. – July 25, 2007 –Razer™, the leading manufacturer of high-end precision gaming and lifestyle electronics peripherals, today announced that the Razer Diamondback™ has been updated with Razer’s third generation (3G) infrared sensor. Dubbed the Razer Diamondback 3G, this new incarnation of the Razer Diamondback uses Razer’s most advanced gaming mouse technologies, and places it in the widely renowned ambidextrous Razer Diamondback chassis.
The Razer 3G sensor is being lauded as the most advanced infrared sensor ever. First seen in the Razer DeathAdder™, the 3G sensor is the highest performing mousing sensor as found in ESReality’s MouseScore 2007, the world’s first independent mouse benchmark test. With the updated 3G sensor now found in the Razer Diamondback 3G, all gamers will be able to use Razer’s most advanced infrared sensor in the proven ambidextrous form factor design of the Razer Diamondback.
"For the avid gamer, the difference between winning and losing can often depend on the mouse," said Robert “Razerguy” Krakoff, president of Razer. "The Diamondback has been the core competitive mouse for a generation of gamers and its speed, precision and smoothness have now been improved. These are the critical factors that optimize the players' performance and create the ultimate gaming experience."
In addition to the inclusion of the Razer 3G infrared sensor, the Razer Diamondback 3G also features a new rubberized non-slip finish. Completely coated in a stylish black rubberized finish, the Razer Diamondback 3G features a more tactile feel, allowing for quicker responses and a firmer grip over the entire mouse.
Razer Diamondback 3G Features:

1800dpi Razer Precision™ 3G infrared sensor
Seven independently programmable Hyperesponse™ buttons
On-The-Fly Sensitivity™ adjustment
Always-On™ mode
Ultra-large non-slip buttons
16-bit ultra-wide data path
6400 frames per second (5.8 megapixels per second)
Up to 60 inches per second and 15g of acceleration
Scroll wheel with 24 individual click positions
Zero-acoustic Ultraslick™ Teflon feet
Gold-plated USB connector
Seven-foot, lightweight, non-tangle cord
Approximate size: 128mm (length) x 70mm (width) x 42.5mm (height)

The Razer Diamondback 3G will retail for $59.99 USD and can be preordered at www.razerzone.com beginning on August 1, 2007. Gamers who preorder the Razer Diamondback 3G on the RazerZone web store will also receive a 20% discount off all other items in their cart.

Singapore buyers can buy it at S$89 at local retail outlets from Aug 20.