Archive for December, 2007

Sony KDL-40V2500 40″ Bravia V-Series 1080p LCD HDTV


Pack in the sports, movies and games with an amazing backlit 40″ picture1, amplified and enhanced surround sound, and the convenience of sleep timer and picture freeze. Plug in your PC and up to 7 other components—including HDMI™—to create the full entertainment experience. And enjoy the quality and style that can only come from a Bravia™ TV.

Feature List BRAVIA Engine™ Full Digital Video Processor: BRAVIA™ V-Series LCD televisions use Sony’s BRAVIA Engine™ full digital video processor for crisp and clear images. Several special picture enhancement technologies are integrated into the processor to create better gradations and details, enhance contrast, dynamically improve color, and reduce image flicker.

Technical details:

  • 16:9 1080p HD Resolution Panel (1920 x 1080)
  • BRAVIA ENGINE Full Digital Video Processor
  • Live Color Creation (WCG-CCFL) backlight
  • ATSC Tuner
  • HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) x 3

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Sony Cybershot DSC-T20 8MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom and Super Steady Shot (Black)


Ultra-slim dimensions, sleek design and four fashion color choices make the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T20 camera a brilliant style accessory to capture and relive the magic of life. Its 8.1-megapixel resolution captures more detail for big prints and tight comps. The advanced Bionz processor powers new capabilities like Face Detection, in-camera retouching and red-eye reduction, D-Range Optimization, and 9-Point AF. The Sony Double Anti-Blur Solution lets you shoot sharp, clear low-light images without flash to preserve the mood — and new HD output lets you share memories with family and friends with spectacular high-definition clarity and impact on compatible HDTV screens.

Technical details:

  • 8.1-megapixel Super HAD CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16 x 22-inch prints
  • Carl Zeiss 3x optical zoom lens; 2.5-inch LCD display
  • High Sensitivity Mode (ISO 3200) allows for shooting even in low-light conditions
  • MPEG Movie VX Fine mode captures VGA (640 x 480) audio/video clips at high frame rate
  • HD output; HD slide show with music feature

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Sony DVP-NS90V HDMI/SACD 1080i Upscaling DVD Player


Superior technology from a single disc DVD player. The DVP-NS90V single disc DVD player packs impressive technologies that enhance your movie and music experience. Precision Drive System corrects a warped disc’s response for fewer image errors by adjusting the lens rather than the entire optical block for more accurate source playback. Other features such as the Precision Cinema Progressive technology detect image changes at the pixel level instead of at the scan line level like most traditional DVD players do. By measuring algorithms, the DVP-NS90V adjusts for pixel behavior resulting in sharp backgrounds with moving objects that are virtually free from motion artifacts. The DVP-NS90V also offers MP3 Playback ,when using MP3 encoded discs, so you can select the perfect music folder to round out your day.

Technical details:

  • Precision Drive 3 System - simplifies the process of dealing with warped discs, by moving the lens instead of the entire optical block - for faster, and more accurate error correction
  • Precision Cinema Progressive Technology - detects image changes at the pixel level, and optimizes the picture using special algorithms. Resulting in sharp backgrounds with moving objects that are virtually free from motion artifacts
  • 720p/1080i Upscaling of video and delivery through an HDMI connection
  • SA-CD Playback
  • MP3 Playback

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Zune 80 GB Digital Media Player Black (2nd Generation)



Music and entertainment, your way. That’s what the Zune 80 GB Digital Media Player is designed to deliver. The Zune easily connects you with your music, videos, and pictures wherever and whenever you want, and unlike the iPod, it even has a built-in FM tuner so you can keep up with local news and sports. Your Zune gives you the power to wirelessly share full-length tracks, playlists, pictures and podcasts with your other Zune-wielding friends. And when you receive songs that you just can’t get out of your head, you can easily tag the songs and buy them the next time you sync up. Whether you’re listening to music, radio, or rocking out to the latest music videos on the bright, roomy screen, the Zune allows you to tailor your entertainment, right in the palm of your hand.

Technical details:

  • 80 GB digital media player stores up to 20,000 songs, 25,000 pictures or 250 hours of video
  • Features wireless Zune-to-Zune sharing so you can swap tracks and other media
  • Big, bright, 3.2-inch LCD color screen
  • Compatible with Zune Marketplace for media downloads and subscription services
  • Automatically imports your existing music, pictures, and videos form iTunes and Windows Media Player in a variety of formats

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Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens (Black)


Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi offers an unbeatable combination of performance, ease-of-use and value. It has a newly designed 10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor plus a host of new features including a 2.5-inch LCD monitor, the exclusive EOS Integrated Cleaning System, and Canon’s Picture Style technology, all in a lightweight, ergonomic body. The Digital Rebel XTi is proof positive that Canon continues to lead the way with our phenomenal digital SLRs.

Technical details:

  • 10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for photo-quality 18 x 24-inch prints
  • Large 2.5-inch LCD display; includes Canon’s EF-S 18-55mm, f3.5-5.6 zoom lens
  • New self-cleaning dust function, plus Dust Delete Data Detection in included software
  • DIGIC II Image Processor provides fast, accurate image processing; Picture Style settings for added creative control
  • Stores images on Compact Flash (CF) memory cards; powered by battery pack NB-2LH

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Sony DVPCX995V 400-Disc DVD Mega Changer/Player


Conveniently store your entire DVD library (or all your favorite CDs and Super Audio CDs) in the Sony DVPCX995V 400-disc, progressive scan Mega Changer–the perfect tool for organizing your media library as well as providing extraodinary high definition sound and video to your home theater. It up-scales video to high-definition (1080i/720p) resolution and transmits high quality audio through a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI). It also features a redesigned Disc Explorer on-screen graphic interface, providing intuitive and easy access to the expansive disc library. With the ability to conveniently house and sort through 400 media discs, this cool player can eliminate the need for racks and racks of CD and DVD storage.

Technical details:

  • 400-disc mega DVD and SACD changer; measures 17 x 7.8 x 21.1 inches (WxHxD)
  • Up-converts video to high-definition (1080i/720p) resolution
  • Compatible with SACD, DVD-RW/-R/+RW/+R, MP3, JPEG, CD-RW/-R, VCD and SVCD formats
  • Outputs: 1 HDMI, 1 component, 2 S-Video, 2 composite, 1 coaxial audio, 1 optical audio, 1 multi-channel
  • Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1-channel output

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HP Pavilion DV6662SE 15.4″ Entertainment Notebook PC


Designed for fast access to your entire entertainment library, the HP Pavilion dv6662se notebook PC is a great choice for both families and business travelers on the go. The 15.4-inch high-definition BrightView display looks good even in direct sunlight, and you’ll enjoy movies or music in seconds with the external DVD or music buttons to launch HP QuickPlay (which bypasses the boot process). Control playback settings from up to 10 feet away with the included HP remote, then store it conveniently in the Express card slot. Easily manage your digital photo library and share with friends and family using the included HP Photosmart Premier software. This stylish laptop also features a high-gloss, durable HP Imprint finish with an inlaid wave design.

This notebook is powered by the 1.5 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T5250 processor, which offers a 20 percent performance boost over its predecessor while using 28 percent less power–so you get the benefit of a powerful dual-core PC plus all the benefits of mobility. It includes Intel’s 4965 AGN wireless LAN, which will connect to draft 802.11n routers and offers compatibility with 802.11a/b/g networks as well. This notebook also features a 250 GB hard drive, 2 GB of installed RAM (4 GB maximum), 8x multi-format/dual-layer DVD+/-RW drive (which also burns CDs), ExpressCard slot, and Intel GMA X3100 video/graphics card with up to 384 MB of shared video memory. It also has a 1.3-megapixel WebCam (with integrated microphone), enabling easy video conferencing via VoIP and video IM chats.

It comes preinstalled with Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium, which includes all of the Windows Media Center capabilities for turning your PC into an all-in-one home entertainment center. In addition to easily playing your DVD movies and managing your digital audio library, you’ll be able to record and watch your favorite TV shows (even HDTV). Vista also integrates new search tools throughout the operating system, includes new parental control features, and offers new tools that can warn you of impending hardware failures.

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Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera (Black Body Only)


Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi offers an unbeatable combination of performance, ease-of-use and value. It has a newly designed 10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor plus a host of new features including a 2.5-inch LCD monitor, the exclusive EOS Integrated Cleaning System, and Canon’s Picture Style technology, all in a lightweight, ergonomic body. The Digital Rebel XTi is proof positive that Canon continues to lead the way with our phenomenal digital SLRs.

Technical details:

  • 10.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 18 x 24-inch prints
  • Large 2.5-inch LCD display; body only (no lens included)
  • New self-cleaning dust function, plus Dust Delete Data Detection in included software
  • DIGIC II Image Processor provides fast, accurate image processing; Picture Style settings for added creative control
  • Stores images on Compact Flash (CF) memory cards; powered by battery pack NB-2LH

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Nokia N800 Internet Tablet PC


The sleek Nokia N800 Internet Tablet combines a truly personal Internet experience with easy wireless connections, high resolution display and support for a wide variety of Internet applications. Built to be constantly in use, you easily stay in touch with business associates, friends, and family thanks to its Internet calling, instant messaging and email connectivity. And with stereo audio, multimedia support and a new ergonomic design, the Nokia N800 morphs into a portable Internet entertainment device, enabling playback of streamed and downloaded content wherever you roam.

Stay connected to your world via the Web, streaming Internet radio, and the latest RSS news feeds.

The main form of connectivity is Wi-Fi (802.11b/g), and hooking up to a network is as simple as connecting with a laptop. You can also use the integrated Bluetooth wireless connectivity to hook up with a cell phone that is compatible with online data services. When connected to either a WLAN network or to a cell phone, you can make calls using the built-in Internet telephony application as well as conduct video conferencing with the built-in Web cam.

Technical details:

  • Internet tablet with ultra-slim design makes web browsing portable and convenient
  • Connects to open Wi-Fi networks (802.11b/g) or via cell phones using Bluetooth 2.0
  • Conduct video conferences on-the-go using internet calling and the integrated webcam
  • 4.1-inch LCD touchscreen with full-screen keyboard; wide variety of multimedia playback
  • 256 MB flash memory expands via two memory card slots compatible with Secure Digital, MMC, miniSD, and microSD

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AT&T Tilt Smartphone (AT&T)


The slim, pocket-sized AT&T Tilt smartphone is bursting at the seams with a full-menu of wireless capabilities to keep you connected wherever you roam on this globe–quad-band GSM for global roaming, Wi-Fi, EDGE, and 3G data connectivity via AT&T’s UMTS/HSDPA-based BroadbandConnect network. Practical and versatile, the phone’s face slides open to reveal a full QWERTY keyboard while the screen tilts for optimal viewing of email, spreadsheets, and web videos. It also adds the power of the Windows Mobile 6 operating system (Professional Edition), which provides push email for immediate send and receive as well as editing of Microsoft Office documents. (See more details about Windows Mobile 6 below.)

With its high-speed 3G network capability, you’ll be able to access AT&T’s Mobile Music and Cellular Video services, and the phone includes the latest version of Telenav GPS Navigator for turn-by-turn directions while on the go. One of the most powerful, feature-packed smartphones on the market, the AT&T Tilt also includes a 3-megapixel camera (with video capabilities), Bluetooth connectivity with stereo music streaming and multiple connection capability, MicroSD memory card expansion up to 4 GB, and a variety of games for when you need a break (including Tiger Woods PGA Tour 07 and Ms. Pac-Man).

Technical details:

  • Quad-band Windows Mobile 6 smartphone with integrated Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS
  • 3G data speeds from AT&T’s UMTS/HSDPA-based BroadbandConnect network
  • Full QWERTY keypad, touchscreen can tilt up to 40 degrees for optimal viewing in any situation
  • Up to 4 hours of talk time, up to 10 days of standby time
  • Includes: Li-Ion Battery, AC Wall Charger, Mini USB Sync Cable, Stylus and an Extra Stylus

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