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Wednesday, September 28, 2011

drag2share: KDDI launches latest line of skinny big-screened smartphones for Japan

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/27/kddi-launches-latest-line-of-skinny-big-screened-smartphones-for/

In addition to the already announced Fujitsu-Toshiba Arrows Z, HTC Evo 3D and Motorola Photon, Japanese carrier KDDI has now also confirmed a trio of new handsets. There's plenty of similarities; they're all Android, all waterproof and are each packing an eight megapixel camera. Kyocera's Digno is a slimline offering available in three different colors, and puts some of Kyocera's US offerings to shame looks-wise. Sharp's AQUOS IS13SH has an IPS-rivalling ASV display, whilst the NEC's Medias BR IS11 will arrive in a choice of pink, white and blue. Sadly, there's still no sign of that mythical iPhone from KDDI. Check out the links below for all the full-fat details.

KDDI launches latest line of skinny big-screened smartphones for Japan originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 27 Sep 2011 15:41:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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drag2share: Budget-friendly Roku LT pops up at the FCC as the 2400X (Updated with pics)

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/27/budget-friendly-roku-lt-pops-up-at-the-fcc-as-the-2400x/

Roku LT at FCC

Well, this is kinda interesting: a brand new Roku just hit the FCC, sporting model number 2400X. Beyond the fact that we just got a trio of new streaming media boxes from the company, the model number would almost seem to imply this is a last-gen device (the Roku 2 lineup all start with "30"). It's clear the Roku LT (the name it will eventually go to market with) is going to be the new low-cost member of the family, but it's not just rebranded old tech. Inside is the same Broadcom 2835 SOC that powers the Roku 2 XD, XS, and HD and, while it tops out at 720p just like the low-end HD, it actually sports more RAM than the current budget model. Presumably the loss of Bluetooth and the SD slot will offset any cost increase associated with moving up to 256MB of memory. When the Roku LT will actually ship and how much it'll cost is anyone's guess, but we'd put our money on soon and cheap. For a few more specs check out the chart after the break.

Update: We got ourselves some exclusive pics of the upcoming Roku LT, check 'em out in the gallery below.

Gallery: Roku LT hands-on

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Continue reading Budget-friendly Roku LT pops up at the FCC as the 2400X (Updated with pics)

Budget-friendly Roku LT pops up at the FCC as the 2400X (Updated with pics) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 27 Sep 2011 16:31:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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drag2share: Nokia Siemens makes multi-carrier HSPA+ hurtle at 336Mbps

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/27/nokia-siemens-makes-multi-carrier-hspa-hurtle-at-336mbps/

It's easy to shrug off technical achievements like this while real-world data speeds still lag so far behind. Nevertheless, the adrenalin junkies at Nokia Siemens Services insist their latest HSPA+ platform will be commercially available to carriers by the end of next year and, to prove it actually works, they've been demoing at PT Expo Comm in Beijing. The technology uses the latest 3GPP standardization to hog eight 42Mbps frequency channels at the same time, delivering a peak throughput of 336Mbps. Sure, it doesn't come close to the 1Gbps speeds we've seen from Ericsson with LTE-Advanced, but if it gets here first we'll have it.

[Thanks, Alan]

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Nokia Siemens makes multi-carrier HSPA+ hurtle at 336Mbps originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 27 Sep 2011 17:04:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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drag2share: Toshiba announces 7-inch Thrive tablet, we go hands-on (video)

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/27/toshiba-announces-7-inch-thrive-tablet-we-go-hands-on-video/

It looks like the AT200 isn't the only Toshiba tablet poised to land in time for the holidays. The company just announced the Thrive 7", a (surprise!) 7-inch version of the original. Like its big brother, it runs on Tegra 2 and packs twin 5 MP / 2 MP cameras, though this time around that textured, rubberized back isn't removable, and the rear-facing camera comes paired with an LED flash. As you'd expect, in exchange for a smaller form factor (0.88 pounds, half an inch thick), you'll be giving up the full-sized ports that made the original so unique. Instead, it offers a more typical selection, including mini-USB and micro-HDMI sockets, a headphone jack, docking connector and a microSD slot. Like pretty much every 7- and 8-incher trickling into the market, it runs Android 3.2, and Toshiba did us the favor of leaving it completely unskinned (it did include Swype as a keyboard option, though). No word yet on pricing or availability, though a Toshiba rep confirmed that 16GB and 32GB models will go on sale by early December with a starting price of "less than $400." How low is Toshiba willing to go? Your guess is good as ours but until then, you can meet us past the break for some early impressions and a short vid, too.

Gallery: Toshiba Thrive 7"

Gallery: Toshiba Thrive 7" hands-on

Continue reading Toshiba announces 7-inch Thrive tablet, we go hands-on (video)

Toshiba announces 7-inch Thrive tablet, we go hands-on (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 27 Sep 2011 20:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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drag2share: Sharp's biggest LCD HDTVs get even bigger with a new 80-inch model

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/27/sharps-biggest-lcd-hdtvs-get-even-bigger-with-a-new-80-inch-mod/

When is big not big enough? Apparently when it's Sharp's "spectacularge" 70-inch AQUOS LCD HDTVs that were introduced earlier this year, and have now been surpassed by a new 80-inch model the company showed off today. The LC-80LE632U isn't an Elite branded model, but it brings all the features of its smaller brethren including full LED backlighting, 120Hz motion processing, built-in WiFi and access to services like Netflix and Vudu. All that is nice, but it's standout feature is that extra viewing area, which can be yours for $5,499 (MSRP) when it starts shipping in early October. Preorders are already popping up for sub-$5k prices, if you need a big screen and can't go the projection route (front or rear) this might be a good value -- check out the details in the press release after the break.

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Sharp's biggest LCD HDTVs get even bigger with a new 80-inch model originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 27 Sep 2011 20:41:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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drag2share: Kisai's Rogue Touch watch displays dual timezones, is mildly confusing to read (video)

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/27/kisais-rogue-touch-watch-displays-dual-timezones-is-mildly-con/

Need to keep track of time for two locations at once? Fret not, because the Tokyoflash-designed Kisai Rogue Touch's dual timezone watch has got your back (if you can read it, that is). Being a Rogue variant, you'll notice a backlit-LED/LCD dial with a familiar multi-circle layout, but with more layers for the additional time. Aside from hours and minutes, it displays the current date and progression of seconds and notably, features an animation mode for showing it off to your buddies. Of course as the name implies, the readout is adjustable using four touch-sensitive hotspots for the alarm, date and time, or to simply light up the display. If you're up to the task of using it, the Kisai Rogue Touch is available from Tokyoflash in a choice of four dial colors for $200. While you're still here, peek the gallery, along with the video demo past the break below to get a better idea for how it works (Pro tip: if you order in the next 48 hours, it'll be 20 bucks less for that Starship Enterprise feel you'll get with every glance).

Gallery: Tokyoflash Kisai Rogue Touch press photos

Continue reading Kisai's Rogue Touch watch displays dual timezones, is mildly confusing to read (video)

Kisai's Rogue Touch watch displays dual timezones, is mildly confusing to read (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 27 Sep 2011 21:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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drag2share: Hitachi's 4.5-inch IPS HD display delivers 329ppi on the cheap courtesy of amorphous silicon backplane

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/27/hitachis-4-5-inch-ips-hd-display-delivers-329ppi-on-the-cheap-c/

It's been awhile, but earlier this year Hitachi unveiled a beautiful new 4.5-inch IPS LCD sporting 1280 x 720 resolution, a 1,100:1 contrast ratio and a retina display-like 329ppi. Well, in the time since, Hitachi's been hard at work on a virtually identical version of that screen that uses amorphous silicon instead of low-temperature polysilicon (LTPS) as its backplane material. What's the difference? Well, amorphous silicon's much cheaper to produce than LTPS, and the company figured out a way to use it in its new panel with only a scant drop in performance -- the new one's got a lower 1,000:1 contrast ratio, but all the other specs are the same. So, the screen's a comparative bargain while still providing 4.5 inches of 500-nit HD goodness. Thanks, Hitachi, we always did like eating our cake and having it too.

Hitachi's 4.5-inch IPS HD display delivers 329ppi on the cheap courtesy of amorphous silicon backplane originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 27 Sep 2011 23:11:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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drag2share: Acer Aspire One 522 and 722 hit the gym with faster processors and beefier graphics

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/28/acer-aspire-one-522-and-722-hit-the-gym-with-faster-processors-a/

Acer's Aspire One 522 and 722 were among the first netbooks to pack AMD's Fusion Ontario APU, debuting with the 1GHz C-50 model and its built-in Radeon HD 6250 graphics inside. However, Acer wanted to outfit both with some new silicon on the sly, and now each can be had with a 1GHz (with turbo boost up to 1.33GHz) C-60 APU packing upgraded Radeon 6290 graphics. The catch? Those aspiring for one with the upgraded internals must cross the pond to grand Europa, as the powered-up pair isn't available in the US. What gives, Acer?

Acer Aspire One 522 and 722 hit the gym with faster processors and beefier graphics originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:08:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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drag2share: Microsoft Research celebrates 20 years of crazy innovation

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/28/microsoft-research-celebrates-20-years-of-crazy-innovation/

Microsoft Research was founded way back in 1991 as a way of turning cutting edge concepts into products. Over the years, the division has been behind some of the most exciting ideas that have come out of Redmond, from fluffy mice to HIV / AIDS research. The department is celebrating its 20th anniversary by highlighting some of its favorite projects over the next four weeks, so we're beating it to the punch with some of picks. Check out our list below.

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drag2share: Bose's CineMate 1 SR and Lifestyle 135 soundbar systems are slim, sleek, not particularly cheap

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/28/boses-cinemate-1-sr-and-lifestyle-135-soundbar-systems-are-slim/

Bose is offering up two new soundbar systems for folks with a few extra bucks in their bank accounts. The Lifestyle 135 is a single speaker system with a soundbar that can either be laid on a flat surface or mounted on a wall. The system also features a control console with six HMDI inputs, an iPod dock, AM/FM radio, a wireless Acoustimass module and a universal remote, all for $2,500. The 1 SR features only the soundbar, remote and Acoustimass for $1,500. Info on both systems can be found in the source link below.

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Bose's CineMate 1 SR and Lifestyle 135 soundbar systems are slim, sleek, not particularly cheap originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:46:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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drag2share: Toshiba adds 23-inch DX735 to its multitouch all-in-one family

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/28/toshiba-adds-23-inch-dx735-to-its-multitouch-all-in-one-family/

Toshiba DX735

Of all the "TV-like" all-in-one PCs we've seen, this Toshiba is perhaps the most convincing. Something about its glossy black, consumer electronic packaging and Onkyo soundbar just screams (tiny) HDTV. But, behind that 23-inch 1080p, multitouch panel is a Windows 7 PC powered by a Core i5 or i7 and 4GB of RAM. You also get a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse, a 1TB hard drive, a DVD drive and a lone USB 3.0 port. There's also an HDMI in jack for use with a game console or cable box -- not bad for the oddly specific starting price of $957. When the DX735 starts shipping exclusively from Best Buy on October 2nd you'll also have the option of adding on a TV tuner for a truly all-in-one entertainment solution. Check out the gallery below, as well as the PR after the break.

Gallery: Toshiba DX735 multitouch all-in-one

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drag2share: Canonical launches Ubuntu App Developer platform for curious coders

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/28/canonical-launches-ubuntu-app-developer-platform-for-curious-cod/

Creating apps for Ubuntu is about to get a lot easier, now that the folks over at Canonical have launched the Ubuntu App Developer platform. On the new site, developers will find guides, tutorials and other resources to help them create apps specifically for the Linux OS, or to port other apps to the platform. Once finalized, these apps can then be published on the Ubuntu Software Centre, where developers can choose to either offer them for free, or at a price. In announcing the new platform, community member David Planella predicted that it will offer a "unified and consistent journey for both open-source, non-commercial and commercial app authors." He went on to acknowledge, however, that there's still plenty of work to be done: "For all its current awesomeness, we are aware that the site needs to pass the test of a wider audience, adapt to their needs, and grow." Find out more at the source link, below.

Canonical launches Ubuntu App Developer platform for curious coders originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 28 Sep 2011 05:37:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Special thx to @jonathanmendez @n0her0es @resonatetweets @XGraph @hoomanradfar for their insights on social/behavioral data at #ommaglobal

RT @jonathanmendez - "click stream as behavior and pages as social objects" at #ommaglobal panel on social/behavioral data

#ommaglobal: great question "how do we get tech, acct, & creatives to work together, see they are bldg cathedral instead of breaking rocks?"

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