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BlackBerry's touchscreen Storm appears on Verizon document [UPDATED x2]
New 9530 touts both EV-DO and HSDPA support as well as a 3.2-megapixel camera.
A leaked Verizon document has revealed details of the new BlackBerry Storm with its long-awaited "click" touchscreen that simulates the feeling of a real keyboard. As indicated on the spec sheet for customer reps, RIM's first touchscreen phone has a will be sporting quad-band GSM -- in addition to standard CDMA -- enabling it to function worldwide. Not surprisingly, the 3.2-megapixel Storm will provide Visual Voicemail, VZ Navigator support, and the usual BlackBerry email services. Unfortunately, no price or availability information is included with the release of these specs. Originally posted on Monday, September 15, 2008 at 1:19PM.
Update 9.23.08: Apparently the final specs of the device have been leaked to CrackBerry by a formerly reliable tipster, who posted that the EV-DO Rev. A / HSUPA-enabled Storm (in other words, dual-3G -- but no WiFi) will feature a multi-touch, multi-gesture screen with 480 x 360 HVGA+ resolution, removable 1400mAh battery, and 1GB ROM / 192MB RAM, in addition to the details mentioned above. Originally posted on Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at 8:20AM.
Update 9.26.08: Purported screenshots claiming to come from the Storm have been leaked to -- and then pulled from -- a UK enthusiast site (one of which is pictured above, several more are still posted over at the Boy Genius Report). If these images are indeed accurate, they may be somewhat of a disappointment to users who were expecting something like an iPhone experience, as the design is heavy on text and light on aesthetic enhancements.
Profile pages: Touchscreen, Research In Motion, RIM BlackBerry, BlackBerry Storm 9530, EV-DO, Quad band GSM
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Buffalo unveils new solid state drives for Japan
New SATA II SHD-NSUM drives range from 30GB to 120GB and cost between $143 and $458.
Buffalo has unveiled its new 2.5-inch SATA II SHD-NSUM SSD lineup, consisting of 30GB, 60GB, and 120GB sizes, with prices ranging from around $143 to $458. These numbers are on par with Buffalo's recent SSD-based MicroStation external drives -- which are priced from $172 to $513 for sizes ranging from 32GB to 100GB -- and compare to the recent release of Super Talent's new drives as well. It appears that these drives won't be making their way stateside in the foreseeable future.
[Via Akihabara News]
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Super Talent unveils pair of flash hard-drive lines
New MasterDrive OX and PX SSDs provide speeds greater than 100MBps for less than $500.
Super Talent Technology has released two new 2.5-inch SATA-II solid-state hard drive lineups, the MasterDrive OX and PX, both capable of delivering read and write speeds over 100MBps. The OX line's 150MBps read and 120MBps write speeds easily top its predecessor's -- the MasterDrive MX -- 120MBps and 80MBps, topping out at a 128GB version for $419. Bumping speeds to 170MBps read and 130MBps write, the PX comes in 32GB and 64GB sizes for $499 and $849 respectively. Both lineups take advantage of 3Gbps SATA-II controllers to provide 0.1msec access times, but only the OX line will be available this week, with no release info having been announced for the faster PX line.
[Via SlashGear]
Profile pages: SSD, Super Talent Technology
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Canon announces hybrid camera with 20x optical zoom
10-megapixel PowerShot SX10 IS carries new DIGIC 4 image processor and other upgrades over its predecessor.
Canon has announced its $399 PowerShot SX10 IS camera, carrying the new DIGIC 4 image processor, which jumps to 20x optical zoom from the 12x zoom of its predecessor, the S5 IS. Expected to arrive in late October, the SX10 tops the S5's eight megapixels with improved 10-megapixel resolution and servo auto focus tracking for moving subjects. Other minor improvements include a slightly larger image sensor and a 2.5-inch 230,000 pixel display, up from 207,000 pixels. With the exception of a higher 3,200 ISO only available in "high sensitivity scene mode," other features like standard ISO range and shutter speed are unchanged from the S5.
[Via Gizmodo]
Profile pages: Megapixel, Canon, Canon PowerShot, Canon PowerShot SX10 IS
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Canon finally reveals EOS 5D Mark II full-frame DSLR
Highly-anticipated pro shooter packs in 21.1-megapixels and full HD video capture using the new DIGIC 4 image processor.
Canon has finally launched its long-awaited EOS 5D Mark II Digital SLR, capable of shooting 30fps full HD video, after teasing about it since the beginning of the month. The powerhouse camera features 21.1-megapixel resolution and an ISO range of 50 to 25,600, a significant bump from the 12.8-megapixels and ISO range of 50 to 3,200 of its predecessor, the EOS 5D. Touting a 3-inch VGA LCD display, the Mark II carries the new DIGIC 4 image processor, enabling continuous shooting at 3.9fps with 15-point autofocus, up from 3fps and 9-point autofocus of the previous model. A release is promised by the end of November for a starting price of $2,699 for the body only, or $3,499 with Canon's EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM zoom lens.
[Via LetsGoDigital]
Profile pages: Megapixel, Canon, Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Canon EOS
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Canon unveils pair of high-resolution ELPH ultra-compacts
The PowerShot SD880 and SD990 pack in 10 and 14.7-megapixels respectively, plus new DIGIC 4 image processors.
Canon has unveiled the 14.7-megapixel PowerShot SD990 and 10-megapixel PowerShot SD880 IS Digital ELPH cameras, both packing in new DIGIC 4 image processors. The 3.7x optical zoom SD990 claims the new title of highest resolution PowerShot, up from 12-megapixels of its predecessor the SD950. Also getting a bump, the 4x wide-angle optical zoom SD880 jumps from 8-megapixels and 3.8x optical zoom of the SD870. Both cameras make use of optical image stabilization and Servo AF, a form of continuous focus tracking for moving objects provided by the DIGIC 4. Each ELPH will be available in a variety of colors sometime in October with the SD990 estimated to cost $399 and the SD880 $299.
[Via CNET and LetsGoDigital]
Profile pages: Megapixel, Canon, Canon PowerShot, Canon PowerShot SD880 IS Digital ELPH Camera, Canon PowerShot SD990 IS Digital ELPH Camera
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Sony Ericsson refuses to rule out other OS on future XPERIA phones
Following the X1's release, the mobile phone company may try to attract more consumers with additional platforms in the lineup.
Sony Ericsson has implied that future phones in its XPERIA line may not run Windows Mobile, even as the company was hosting a launch event for its Windows Mobile powered X1. With the arrival of Google's Android approaching and Sony Ericsson's numbers in the mobile market dwindling, the phone maker appears to be using platform flexibility as the strategy to keep the consumer spotlight on after the long-awaited X1's buzz wears off.
Profile pages: Sony Ericsson Xperia X1, Sony Ericsson, Sony Ericsson Xperia
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Sanyo unveils new flagship digital projector
The LP-Z3000 packs in numerous high-end features including full HD and a 65,000:1 contrast ratio.
Sanyo has unveiled the details of its new top of the line home theater projector, the LP-Z3000. This device includes high-end specs such as 120Hz full HD, 5:5 pull-down -- a supposed industry first -- for smooth 24p projection, and a 65,000:1 contrast ratio, which is up from 15,000:1 of its predecessor, the LP-Z2000. It does, however, share the same 1,200 lumen lamp and quiet 19-decibel fan with its previous model. Around back, the LP-Z3000 provides two HDMI v1.3b, two component, an S-video, and a number of other input connections. The new projector is expected to be available on November 28th for around $4,588.
[Via Engadget]
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HP leaks point toward Linux-based operating system
Sources at HP hint at new technologies that enhance Windows Vista and the possibility of competing with Apple/Microsoft.
Anonymous sources at HP have been hinting to Business Week about the possibility of a Linux-based OS being developed to combat Windows Vista. The sources indicate that the new OS would be based on a well-known version of Linux, but with modifications to enhance its mainstream appeal. When asked to confirm the rumors, company CTO Phil McKinney claimed no knowledge of such development, instead emphasizing the efforts of a special nine-month-old team assembled to enhance certain media features of Vista.[Via CNET]
Profile pages: Linux, HP, Microsoft Windows
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Sony adds mid-range, 15-inch NS series to VAIO line
Models offers optional Blu-ray and Core 2 Duo chips, but only integrated graphics.
Sony has unveiled a new line of mid-range 15-inch notebooks, dubbed the VAIO NS series, which offer optional Blu-ray but otherwise few noteworthy features. The new notebooks come with a 1280 x 800 XBRITE-ECO display and sport a mid-level Core 2 Duo processor, 3GB or 4GB of memory, and a 250GB hard drive. Available in blue, white, or silver, the lineup includes other standard features such as integrated graphics, Draft N wireless, and built-in webcam with mic. The NS and its 14-inch CS sister line are available immediately in the US -- despite initial hints at a Japan-only release -- with the NS starting at $650 and the CS at $920 (or $1,000 and $1,070, repectively, with the addition of Blu-ray).
[Via PR Newswire]
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