Chuwi T8 PMP officially goes live, equipped with a 3-inch touchscreen 260k (400 x 240) and 4GB storage capacity. In addition, the new T8 features an FM tuner, a microphone, a built-in speaker, AV out connection and integrated games. It supports MP3, WMA, WMA / VBR, APE, FLAC, AAC, OGG, RM, RMVB, AVI, DIVX, XVID, FLV, ASF, MP4, JPEG, Bmp , Gif file formates and plays 14 hours of audio or 5 hours of video, all for estimated price of $120.
[via gmp3]
Today, After tons of rumors, speculations and some unsuccessful mockups, Apple is finally releasing the new iPhone second generation - known as the iPhone 3G, across 22 countries, on 8:00 AM local time. The new iPhone 2 will have a 3G HSDPA connection which will allow users to surf the web, download emails, get directions, and watch videos 2.4 x times faster than previous model and 36% faster than the Nokia N95 and Palm Treo 750 devices in pageloads (according to Apple).
The second biggest thing, other than moving to 3G network, is the built-in GPS navigation system that was added to the new iPhone 3G. GPS technology and iPhone software come together to bring users mobile phone mapping, enabling fast fix on your location, track your progress as you go, help you get from point A to point B, by using GPS-based iPhone maps and A-GPS technology, which assists getting the signals from GPS satellites, Wi-Fi hot spots, and cellular towers. Once you get the signal, a GPS blue indicator will turn on, so you will be able to start using the relevant applications. However, GPS on iPhone is active only when you need it. iPhone powers the GPS unit on and off quickly and automatically, so it won’t adversely affect the battery life. With the new technology, assimilated inside the handset, you will be able to get from the App store some cool applications that will let you take a photo with the camera, for example, and iPhone will geotag it with GPS location information. Another neat application is the Loopt, that will let you use location feeds to help you find friends on the go, within your range, wherever you are. Moreover, you will be able to receive live traffic information, indicating traffic speed along your route in easy-to-read green, red, and yellow highlights.
As for look and specifications, the new iPhone 3G has a nice rounded sleeky design with a curved glossy back, coming in black or white flavors. It has the same good old 3.5-inch multi-touchscreen, identical 2 megapixel camera at the back (no front camera for video chats) and a flush 3.5mm headphone jack. Battery life presents substantial improvement, with 300 hours of standby, 5 hours of 3G talk, 8-10 hours of 2G talk, 7 hours of video and 24 hours of audio. Dimensions pretty much stay the same, although the new iPhone 3G is a little bit thicker, with 12.3 mm or 0.48 inches. However, we hear that it is hard to feel this extra inch difference and the sleeky arched design makes it much more comfortable in your hands.
You can find the complete keynote video here.
To learn more about the 22 countries to launch the new iPhone 3G and to see full specs and tips, just hit the jump and move forward, after the break.
Samsung has officially announced the release of the T-DMB version for its latest YP-P2 DAP, in Korea, coming up in 4GB, 8GB or 16GB capacities, a 3-inch WQVGA touchscreen, Bluetooth 2.0 connectivity and of course, what everyone was expecting for, an integrated mobile TV tuner to let you watch your favorite shows and episodes on the train. The player supports MP3, WMA, AAC-LC, AAC +, OGG, SVI, MPEG4, WMV9, JPG, TXT file formats and will be available in black or white flavors for ₩239,000 ($231), ₩309,000 ($299) or ₩389,000 ($377) respectively. You can find more pictures and a full review in here.
[via akihabaranews]
Do you love your iMac ? Do you want to control it with your fingers? Turns out there’s a pretty neat solution that will turn it into a touchscreen unit, thanks to a company named Troll Touch who’ve created a DIY SlipCOVER kit that adds a finger-sensitive layer to the screen’s front panel, turning it into a nice useful user interface machine that can be used in kiosks, exhibitions, clinics or even in school. The user-installable kit comes in two configurations, matching both 20-inch or 24-inch aluminum iMacs. Once you buy it you have to install the touchscreen drivers and calibrate the screen for maximum accuracy. Regretfully, it doesn’t support MultiTouch gestures due to OS restrictions, but it’s still very usable, as you can see in the video after the break. Priced at $699 (20″) and $899 (24″), the SlipCOVER is not a cheap solution but definitely an efficient one.
[via TUAW]
iRiver was one of the stars, at the CES show, back in January. Now the company officially releases its P10 PMP, coming with a 4-inch 16M colors touchscreen (800 x 480) and 33GB storage capacity. In addition, the new sleeky whitish player features a built-in microphone, 10EQ, a dictionary, TV output, external speaker and DMB-TV tuner. It supports WMV, MPG, AVI, XVID with 720×480 HD support, MP3, WMA, OGG, FLAC, WAV, APE, JPEG, BMP or Microsoft Office documents and runs Windows CE 5.0. The new P10 is equipped with a 600MHZ RMI AU250 processor, sized at 108 x 73.5 x 19.2 mm 205g and available in black or white.
Update: Price ranged from $318 up to $385.
[via anythingbutipod]
Only 10 days after the announcement, the guys from Generation MP3 have managed to put their hands on the new GSM HSPDA HTC Touch Diamond and made a nice video preview. To recall, we are talking about a new iPhone killer, coming with a fantastic 2.8-inch VGA touchscreen, a built-in 3.2MP camera, 4 GB Internal Storage, WiFi 802.11b/g and Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR connectivity. It runs Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional and sports a great user interface, featuring animated weather application, full Opera web browser, one-touch music playback with an animated music browser, Youtube app, flicking contact-list mode and accelerometer rotation support. Check out the video (in French):
[via gmp3]
Philips jumps on Apple’s board with the new Xenium X800 touchscreen phone, housing a 2.9-inch 262k colors touchscreen (240 x 400), a 2MP camera, microSD slot, Bluetooth connectivity and more. The new X800 will also include a Windows Mobile 6 OS and battery that can last up to 8 hours of talk or 850 hours of standby time, which is very impressive. No word on price or availability but we hope Philips will be smart enough to add wifi connection and a built-in browser for internet usage.
[via slashgear]
Onda wants to advance to a higher league, as the company has announced the release of the new VX777 PMP, equipped with a wide 4.3-inch touchscreen (480 x 272) and WiFi capabilities, to play web-radio stations whenever you hit the hotspot (it’s not clear if there’s a built-in browser) . The player features a microphone, a speaker, an FM tuner, 7 EQ, an E-book reader, a microSD slot, a TV output and storage capacity, ranged from 2GB up to 16GB. It supports wide variety of codecs, including MP3, WMA, WAV, FLAC, RM / RMVB, AVI, FLV, ASF, MP4, MPG, MOV, WMA, WMV, 3GP, SWF, JPEG, BMP, GIF or PNG, and plays 30 hours of audio against 10 hours of video. No word on price, but the V777 is set to be released in China around August.
[via mp4nation]
HTC announces the release of the new Touch Diamond smartphone, at the Soho Hotel in London. This sleeky black iphone killer has a very impressive slim design, including a click-wheel button to zoom in or out, a fantastic 2.8-inch VGA touchscreen with beautiful vivid colors, a built-in 3.2MP camera with video calling, 4 GB Internal Storage, WiFi 802.11b/g and Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR connectivity. It runs Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional and sports a great user interface, featuring animated weather application, full Opera web browser, one-touch music playback with an animated music browser, Youtube app, flicking contact-list mode and accelerometer rotation support (similar to the iphone). Sized at 102 x 51 x 11.33mm, 110 g, the new HTC Touch Diamond will be available across all major European carriers in June and later this quarter in Asia and the Middle East. The North American and Latin American versions of the Touch Diamond will be available in the second half of 2008. Checkout the videos + full specs after the break.
[via HTC]
Korean company iCalla has announced the release of the new MT-D600 PMP, coming with a 4-inch LCD TFT touchscreen (480 x 272) and runs Windows CE 5.0. The new multimedia player houses 60GB storage capacity, 5 EQ, DMB/DAB tuner, an E-book reader, a built-in speaker and USB2.0 connection. The battery is good for 3.5 hours of video and the device itself is compatible with MPEG4 up to 30fps@ 720X480, Divx, Xvid, WMV9, MP3, AC3, OGG, BSAC, PCM, JPEG, TXT file formats. No information on price or availability but more and more touchscreen PMPs emerge from Korea’s direction, most of them, regretfully, stay there.
[via icalla]
It seems LG wants to have its own iPod Touch killer device, but we’re not so sure it’s going to work for them. The company introduces the new T80 PMP in Europe, coming with a 3-inch 260k colors touchscreen (429 x 240) and 4GB storage capacity. This player packs a DMB-TV tuner (TNT) , a built-in microphone, an FM tuner, and USB 2.0 interface. It is compatible with formats like MP3, WMA, OGG, WAV, ASF, JPEG, TXT, MPEG and equipped with battery that plays 40 hours of audio, 5.5 hours of video and 2hours of TV. If you wish to have one, it will cost you quite a few - 299 euros ($470). Check out the video in here.
[via PMP Today]
Egoman unveils the new MP810RSTD-43 PMP, coming with a 4.3-inch touchscreen - 16.7M colors (480 x 272), 8GB of internal flash storage, a built-in equalizer, TV output, USB 2.0 connection and a G-sensor support, to easily switch between tracks and applications(?). It is compatible with RMVB, MP3, WMA, WAV, APC, FLAC, JPG, BMP, GIF file formats and plays FM tuner melodies, as measures stand at 80 x 40 x 7.2mm. No word on price or availability but you should carefully pay attention to the product page stating “[all] specifications are subject to change without notice,” which is pretty lame.
[via PMP Today]
We’ve been posting about iPhone pens in the past, but it seems this new Diatec Filco stylus pen is more accurate, convenient and easy to use with your iPhone or iPod Touch devices. As a reminder, not every stylus is compatible with Apple’s multi- touchscreen technology so you have to choose the right one for your own use, that will prevent greasy smudges all over the screen. The pen simulates the fingers support and assist tapping precisely on the thin keyboard letters or the narrow internet links. In addition, it allows zooming in or out and sliding photos exactly as the finger does. It is set to be released during April for almost $20.
Remember the rumors about a touchscreen in the Eee PC? Turns out they were very accurate, as Kevin Lin, ASUS VP of Sales, says Asus will officially start selling the 8.9-inch model with a touchscreen, somewhere around June, for $500. The next Eee PC generation will also include 1GB of RAM, 8GB to 12GB SSD storage capacity and possibly, a GPS system. In addition, we here that the next version (aka Eee 900) might have a “multi-finger gesture input”, as the ultra mini laptop hits the FCC. This means it would include a trackpad, similar to the one in the MacBook Air, with zoom in, zoom out and two-finger scrolling capabilities. We can’t wait anymore…
[via engadget]
Another picture after the break.
Soundstream unveils the X-ITE MP28, a mini PMP with a 2.8″ touchscreen. We’re not so sure this is the next iPod Touch killer but the market votes for the buttons-less players. With a clean and sleeky design, the X-ITE MP28 might be your Stateside alternative. Check out the specs:
specifications:
[via pmptoday]
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