Tag archive: Li-Ion

Kodak has debuted its EasyShare Z1485 IS Zoom digital camera, aiming to put high resolution and optical image stabilization into a consumer-friendly offering—although it remains to be seen if color options will make the comparatively boxy unit appeal to fashion-conscious photographers. The EasyShare Z1485 IS Zoom boasts a 14.2 megapixel resolution, a 2.5-inch LCD viewfinder display, 32 MB of internal memory (with SD/SDHC card… Read More

Audio gear maker Altec Lansing is in the process of rebranding itself, rolling out a new logo and Web site to convey the company's “rich history of groundbreaking audio innovation.” We're sure that's what everyone's' going to pick out of black, white, grey, and gold…but in the meantime, the company has also unveiled a new desktop speaker system with a integrated subwoofers and three new iPod… Read More

Magellan has announced its new eXplorist 500 LE handheld GPS unit, which is pretty similar to the existing eXplorist 500, but offers a choice between using a rechargable Li-Ion battery or ordinary AAA batteries—handy when you're off in the middle of nowhere away from generators, car chargers, and utilty power. A pair of AAA batteries offers up to 17 hours of use. The eXplorist 500 LE features a 2.3-inch full color backlit LCD… Read More

Juniper Systems, a maker of rugged handheld field computers, yesterday introduced the Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0-based Archer Field PC. The handheld is powered by an Intel XScale 520Mhz processor. The Archer Field PC, said Juniper Systems, meets a variety of protection standards for drops, vibrations, immersion, shock, humidity and operating temperatures. The case is made of magnesium and has an easy-to-grip molding. A rechargeable… Read More

Olympus has announced its new Evolt E-330 digital single-lens reflex (SLR) camera, which claims to be the first digital SLR to use the camera's built-in color LCD as a live viewfinder. Folks who've used consumer-oriented digital camera may be thinking “Huh? What's the big deal?” Point-and-shoot digital cameras have long enabled users to compose shots using a camera's built-in LCD display

Quote from the article: “Starting from the rear of the case, we first removed the screws holding on the battery compartment cover. This revealed the Li-ion rechargeable battery, with a discharge capacity of 850mAh, which was marked “Made in China” but with no manufacturer name. The Nintendo DS will operate for up to 10 hours from a full charge. The Game Boy Advance SP model also runs for up to 10 hours from its… Read More

The CT66 will be available in October for young people who enjoy using colors, pictures, sounds and messaging in communicating with others. Siemens' CT66 offers youth a variety of communication and entertainment capabilities that enables them to stay connected to peers in a fun yet practical way. The CT66 comes equipped with a high-resolution up to 65,536 color screen, an integrated CIF camera(a) (with attachable flash sold… Read More

Available in October, the S66 is the first Siemens phone with a 1.3 megapixel integrated still and video camera for work and play. Whether the user is documenting a great moment in sports or capturing a child's first steps, the S66′s camera will deliver the moments in brilliant clarity on the phone's large, high-resolution up to 65,536 TFT color screen. The five-step digital zoom brings the action close up and the video… Read More

From the press release: The new Olympus C-7000 Zoom is proof that good things do come in small packages. The world's smallest and lightest 7.1-megapixel, 5x optical zoom digital camera packs numerous advanced technologies for ultra-high image quality into an incredibly compact body with a convenient, easy-to-carry size. Its wealth of sophisticated features and intuitive operation allows users of all skill levels to achieve their… Read More

This unique design allows users to watch DVD movies or listen to audio CDs and MP3 files without the need to start-up the notebook's operating system. Meanwhile, this unique machine providescomprehensive features and superior technology aimed at serving the needs of on-the-go users. These notebooks are equipped with a Mobile AMD Athlon(TM) XP-M processor 2400+ with AMD PowerNow!(TM) technology. The sleek and stylish 6200 series features… Read More

From the press release: As a notebook, this compact unit offers all of the features and functionality that mobile users expect, while also incorporating advanced handwriting and speech recognition technologies for comprehensive functioning as a tablet PC. The affordably priced C3500 offers a built-in DVD+CD-RW combination drive and wireless networking capabilities. The notebooks are equipped with the new Mobile AMD Athlon XP-M processor… Read More

From the press release: Sprint today announces the availability of America's first one-megapixel camera phone, improving the quality of mobile pictures for those who wish to save and print life's everyday moments. The Sprint PCS Vision(SM) Picture Phone PM-8920 combines Sprint's easy-to-use Picture Mail(SM) service with high-resolution pictures, giving customers the ability to leave their camera at home and use just one… Read More

Creative's 20GB Zen Portable Media Center and Samsung's Yepp YH-999 20GB Portable Media Center are now available for pre-order from online retailer Amazon.com. The handheld devices are based on Microsoft's Windows Mobile operating system and allow users to store and play recorded TV, movies, home videos, music, and photos transferred from a PC. Portable Media Centers feature a USB 2.0 interface for file transfers and… Read More

The Sprint PCS Vision(SM) Picture Phone PM-8920 combines Sprint's easy-to-use Picture Mail(SM) service with high-resolution pictures, giving customers the ability to leave their camera at home anduse just one lightweight device to make clear calls and share important moments with family and friends. The PM-8920 is manufactured by Audiovox and is available in Sprint Stores nationwide for$149.99 after rebates (SRP: $299.99). Sprint was the… Read More

Quote from the review: “The headset acts as necklace. The audio cable itself is the necklace. I reviewed other necklace style headsets that had a separate string which looks not as nice as this one. There is also a rubber neck piece to keep the cable in place and make it comfortable to wear. The necklace can also be adjusted in length with the rubber piece. The Eratech or Beatsounds Player is designed to be comfortable… Read More