Elite SC-25:

• Compatible with iPhone
• 7 Channel A/V receiver
• ICEpower Class D Amplification
• AIR Studios Monitor Sound Tuning Certification
• 140 Watts x 7 Direct Energy ICEpower Amplification
• Stereo Power: 140W x 2 (20Hz - 20kHz, .09% THD @ 8 ohms)
• (13+1) Modes Advanced Surround Modes
• 192 kHz / 24-bit Analog to Digital conversion
• 192 kHz / 24-bit Wolfson WM8740 DAC
• Networking Entertainment featuring streaming Internet Radio, Rhapsody*, SIRIUS* and more.
• 3-D Space Frame Construction with an ultra rigid trans-stabilizer
• 48-Bit Deep Color and x.v. Color capabilities
• PureCinema I/P conversion
• 5 HDMI inputs with one in the front
• Dual parallel HDMI outputs
• 3 Component video inputs
• Audio and photo streaming from your PC through an existing home network
• 3-Zone Multi-Zone and Source (A/V)
• Measures 16.56″ x 7.92″ x 18.12″ and weighs 40 lbs

Elite SC-27:

• Compatible with iPhone
• 7 Channel Receiver
• Direct Energy HD amplifier with ICEpower Class-D technology
• THX Ultra2 PLUS
• Burr-Brown Sampling Rate Converter
• 48-Bit Deep Color and x.v. Color capabilities
• AIR Studios Monitor Sound Tuning Certification
• HDMI Ver. 1.3a (5 Inputs / 1 Output Including Front HDMI Input)
• Standard definition upscaling to1080p
• Surround power - 140W x 7 (20Hz - 20kHz, .09% THD @ 8 ohms, All Channels Driven)
• Stereo power - 140W x 2 (20Hz - 20kHz, .09% THD @ 8 ohms)
• (13+1) advanced surround modes
• 192 kHz / 24-bit analog to digital conversion
• 192 kHz / 24-bit Wolfson WM8740 DAC
• Multi-Channel PQLS for Near Jitter-free Audio Transmission
• Measures 16.56″ x 7.92″ x 18.12″ and weighs 40 lbs

Elite VSX-21TXH:

• Compatible with iPhone
• 7 Channel Receiver
• Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio and THX Select2 PLUS
• Direct Energy Class A/B amplifier
• Advanced Sound Retriever-Multi (ASR) technology
• 2-Channel PQLS (Precision Quartz Lock System
• Surround power - 110W x 7 (20Hz - 20kHz, .09% THD @ 8 ohms, All Channels Driven)
• Stereo power - 110W x 2 (20Hz - 20kHz, .09% THD @ 8 ohms)
• (13+1) Surround modes
• HDMI (4 Inputs / 1 Output) with 48-bit Deep Color and x.v.Color
• 192 kHz / 24-bit analog to digital conversion
• Wolfson DAC
• Front Panel USB Memory Audio and Photo Playback (MP3, WMA, JPEG)
• Measures 16.56″ x 6.84″ x 17.04″ and weighs 36 lbs

Elite VSX-23TXH:

• Compatible with iPhone
• 7 channel receiver
• 3 zone A/V distribution
• PQLS Multi-channel Surround (Precision Quartz Lock System
• HDMI (5 Inputs / 2 Outputs Including Front HDMI Input)
• Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio Decoding
• Surround power - 110W x 7 (20Hz - 20kHz, .09% THD @ 8 ohms, All Channels Driven)
• Stereo power - 110W x 2 (20Hz - 20kHz, .09% THD @ 8 ohms)
• (13+1) advanced surround modes
• 192 kHz / 24-bit analog to digital conversion
• Wolfson DAC
• Measures 16.56″ x 6.84″ x 17.04″ and weighs 37 lbs

The Pioneer Elite VSX-21TXH and VSX-23TXH will begin shipping in July 2009 for the suggested retail prices of $700 and $900, respectively. Pioneer’s Elite SC-25TXH and SC-27 are shipping in August 2009 with the suggested retail prices of $1700 and $2000, respectively.

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“Low- or high-temperature conditions might temporarily shorten battery life or cause the device to temporarily stop working properly”

So what might trigger this message?  Here’s a couple of scenarios:

• Operating the iPhone under high heat conditions where temps can exceed 113 degrees F. (yeah..so don’t leave that iPhone inside a parked card under the windshield ok?)
• Using CPU intensive app while in direct sunlight could also cause temps to rise quickly
• And on the other extreme, try not to keep the iPhone in cold conditions. Don’t store it in a location at –4 degrees F or use it under 0 degrees F.. (so wait.. we can’t use our phones in the cold winter when we’re stuck in the middle of a snow storm? crap).

So what happens if the iPhone exceeds these temps?

• iPhone may stop charging
• Display might get dim
• May experience weak cellular signal
• and of course.. that temperature warning message will pop up

Of course, there’s no mention of white iPhones changing color because of overheating..

[Check it out via PC Magazine]

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Sony Europe introduces two new compact home audio systems – the NAS-Z200iR and the CMT-Z100iR – both of which feature a built-in iPod dock, a slot-loading CD player, a USB port, and PC streaming capabilities. Here’s the low down on the two new compact, minimalistic systems.

NAS-Z200iR:

• DLNA certified
• Wi-Fi networking
• Access your music library on your PC
• Internet Radio support
• Remote control with 3.5 inch LCD color display, friendly user interface, and rechargeable battery
• Integrated CD player with support for audio CD and CD-R/RW discs with MP3 tracks
• USB connectivity for digital music player
• Audio-in port
• AM/FM tuner
• Two independent speaker enclosures rated at 20 watts apiece
• Wall mountable

CMT-Z100iR:

• Available in glossy black or white
• iPod dock
• Integrated CD player
• USB connectivity for digital music player
• AM/FM tuner
• Audio-in port
• Two speakers rated at 20 watts apiece
• Remote control
• Large display which shows the time and selected function
• Wall mountable

The CMT-Z100iR will be available in Europe starting in July while the NAS-Z200iR will be available in mid-September. No word on pricing.

[Check it out via Ubergizmo]

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Here’s a nifty gift for that Star Wars fan-boy/girl in your life. It’s the LEGO Star Wars Magnet Set featuring Darth Vader, a Snowtrooper, and a Shadow Trooper – all for $14.99. Yup.. have Vader stare at you every time you get a drink from the fridge.

Not a fan of those characters? No problem – there are several other magnet sets available including a Clone Wars Magnet Set consisting of Yoda, Mace Windu, and Count Dooku and a set consisting of Chewbacca, Vader, and Obi-wan. You’ll also find a slew of other LEGO related Star Wars toys and accessories here. Enjoy!

Via 7Gadgets.com, Ubergizmo

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Announced back on the 17th, the HTC designed Dash 3G features:

• Windows Mobile 6.1
• Glossy black finish with red accents
• Full QWERTY keyboard
• Trackball
• GPS
• Personal and business email
• 3G and 802.11 b/g connectivity

CNET has a review of the new Dash 3G here on their website and has this to say about the new handset:

“Long overdue, the T-Mobile Dash 3G is a worthy upgrade to its predecessor with the addition of such features as 3G support, GPS, and an updated design.”

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As with the original G1, the myTouch 3G comes with deep integration of Google services as well as the latest Android software platform. You’ll have access to the thousands of Android applications currently available and you’ll also have access to the Geodelic application called “Sherpa”.

Here’s what T-Mobile had to say about “Sherpa”:

“Sherpa features GENIE (Geodelic ENgine for Interest Evaluation), a learning engine that automatically customizes itself to the user’s preferences. Through behavior and user feedback, the application learns a person’s likes and dislikes, prioritizing recommended retailers, restaurants and attractions. Seamlessly blending behavior recognition, a recommendation engine and location relevant information, this combination of learning is exclusive to Sherpa and unlike any experience currently on the market.”

Other notable features include:

• Multi-tasking capabilities
• One-touch access to Google services including Google Search by Voice, Google Maps with Street View, YouTube, and Picasa
• Personal and Corporate email
• IM support including Google Talk, AOL, Yahoo Messenger, and Windows Live Messenger

The myTouch 3G will be available for pre-order for current T-Mobile customers starting on July 8th for a price of $199.99 along with a new two year agreement.

One final note. This is NOT the new HTC Hero that was announced last week.. yes.. the Hero makes the myTouch 3G look a bit outdated doesn’t it?

[Check out the press release]

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Seriously now.. do we really need that fine of a control over a simple shower? Do we really need gadgets to infiltrate that last great bastion of the home – the bathroom? Sigh.. I suppose so.

With that said, here is the Hansgrohe RainBrain Smart Shower touchpad unit. With this device in place, you’ll have complete control over your shower experience – from controlling the water temperature, to changing the water stream type, to even the lighting and music. Yes.. your showers will be … well pleasurable.

[Check it out via DVICE.com]

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Dell adds a new stylish, compact notebook to their business-oriented Vostro product lineup called the Vostro 1220. Sporting a 12.1 inch display, the Vostro 1220 has a starting weight of around 3.36 lbs, comes with the latest Intel Core 2 Duo processors and clocks in up to 9 hours of battery life on a 6 cell battery.

Here are some of the initial packages available for the Vostro 1220:

Vostro 1220 Base Package with a starting price of $799 includes:

• Intel Celeron 900 processor (clocked at 2.2 GHz)
• Windows Vista Home Basic
• DVD burner
• 2GB RAM
• 160GB 5400RPM SATA HDD
• Intel X4500MHD graphics
• 1.3 megapixel webcam
• Digital mic with webcam
• 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi
• 6 cell battery

Vostro 1220 Business Package with a starting price of $899

• Intel Core 2 Duo T6670 Clocked at 2.1 GHz
• Windows Vista Home Basic
• DVD burner
• 3GB RAM
• 250GB 7200RPM SATA HDD
• Intel X4500MHD graphics
• 1.3 megapixel webcam
• Digital mic with webcam
• 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi
• 6 cell battery

Vostro 1220 Ultimate Performance Package with a starting price of $1029

• Intel Core 2 Duo T6670 Clocked at 2.1 GHz
• Windows Vista Ultimate 64 bit
• DVD burner
• 4GB RAM
• 320GB 7200RPM SATA HDD
• Intel X4500MHD graphics
• 1.3 megapixel webcam
• Digital mic with webcam
• 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi
• 6 cell battery

The Vostro 1220 is available now worldwide.

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Here’s a quick refresher to the Tour:

• Measures 112 x 62 x 14.2 mm and weighs 130 grams
• Full QWERTY keyboard
• 2.44 inch 480 x 360 resolution display with 245 ppi – highest resolution available on a BlackBerry smartphone
• 3.2 MP camera with flash, variable zoom, image stabilization, autofocus and video recording
• Full HTML web browser, including support for streaming audio and video (RTSP)
• Advanced media player for videos, pictures and music
• 3.5 mm stereo headset jack
• 256MB Flash memory
• microSD/SDHC memory card slot
• Built-in GPS with support for geotagging, BlackBerry Maps and other location based applications and services
• BlackBerry Media Sync allows customers to quickly and easily synch music from iTunes and Windows Media Player with the smartphone
• Voice activated dialing, enhanced background noise cancellation, a low-distortion speakerphone, and Bluetooth (2.0) support for hands-free use with headsets, car kits, stereo headsets and other Bluetooth peripherals
• Removable and rechargeable 1400 mAhr battery for 5 hours of talk time and 14 days of standby time

Again – the Tour will be available for purchase online and in-stores starting on July 12th. You can pre-order the Tour now by going to http://estore.vzwshop.com/bbtour/.

[Check it out via Boy Genius Report]

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Shuttle newest all-in-one PC, the touch-screen enabled X50, is now available for purchase in a barebones model. The barebones system is ideal for users who want total control over configuration options as well as operating system options (Windows vs Linux etc). The X50 is powered by a built-in dual core Intel Atom 330 processor and comes with a 15.6 inch touch-screen display along with an easy-to-use carry handle on top.

The barebones version of the X50 features:

• Atom 330 processor on-board
• Support for up to 2GB RAM
• Intel 945GC + ICH7
• Gigabit Ethernet
• Support for 2.5 inch hard drives
• 65W power adapter
• Single touch 15.6″ 16:9 Wide Panel, 1366 x 768 pixel display
• 1.3 megapixel webcam
• Microphone
• 4 in 1 card reader
• 3 USB ports
• audio line-in/out
• microphone
• 2 x 2W stereo speakers
• measures 15.4 x 9.3 x 1.4 inches and weighs 3.6 kgs

Provantage currently offers a Windows version of the X50 for $634.48, a Linux version for $543.45, and the barebones version for $432.41.

Via Technabob

Technorati Tags: Shuttle, X50 All-in-one PC

According to Joystiq.com, Blockbuster’s bundle varies from store to store (if your local store even carries it that is). One store had a bundle featuring a 40GB PS3 console, Transformers: The Game, Spider-Man 3 on Blu-ray, a PS3 remote, an HDMI cable, and a 12 week rental card for $359.99. Another store had an 80GB PS3 console, Transformers: The Game, a PS3 remote, HDMI cable, and a 12 week rental card for $499.99.

Meanwhile, Best Buy’s bundle is far more concrete. For $399.99, you’ll get the 80GB PS3, LittleBigPlanet game, and Wall-E on Blu-ray.

It’s not clear if these bundles are temporary holiday related bundles or a sign of things to come for the PS3.

via SonyInsider.com

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Two UK carriers will be offering the Hero – Orange and T-Mobile (which will call it the G1 Touch).

[Check it out via SlashGear]

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Some of the featured offers include:

• 20% off any V-Co. Logical item at Volcom stores
• 20% off of Method home care and personal care products
• 10% off the eKO yoga mat at Manduka
• 15% off online orders on eco products at Quicksilver and Roxy

Electronic coupons are delivered directly to the customer handset which can then be redeemed manually at store point-of-sale systems.

If you’re a T-Mobile subscriber, head on over to http://www.t-mobile.com/mobilize to download the Green Perks application.

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• Meets military specification 810F for low pressure, high and low temperatures, dust, shock vibration, and solar radiation
• 1.79 inch 64K TFT display with 128 x 160 resolution
• Digital still and video camera
• GPS support
• Bluetooth
• Java-enabled
• 2.5 mm audio jack
• Support for Nextel Direct Connect push-to-talk technology
• IM-style texting

If you’re interested in the Motorola Clutch i465, head on over to www.sprint.com/clutch where you can register for more information about when the handset will become available.

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Why should Sony be worried? It’s all about the developer of course!

The immense popularity of the iPhone/iPod touch coupled with the relative ease of developing for the platform has paved the way for thousands of applications in the Apple App Store. Increasingly more game companies are now developing games for the iPhone/iPod touch.. and therein lies the rub for Sony. It faces a threat of slowly becoming irrelevant as developers flock to Apple instead of developing games for say the Sony PSP.

The Reuters article states that Sony could be readying a new project team as early as next month to look into developing a new product which combines the key functionality of Sony Ericsson mobile phones and the Sony PSP.

Of course Sony declined to comment.

[Check it out via Crave]

Technorati Tags: Sony, Sony PSP, Sony Ericsson

• 3 inch OLED display with 432 x 240 resolution
• Touch-screen navigation – access your music, videos, and photos through simple flicks of your finger
• Wi-Fi
• Podcast support
• Slacker Radio support
• Digital Clear audio technologies including S-Master digital amplifier and digital noise canceling functions
• Premium EX noise canceling headphones
• 33 hours of music playback or 9 hours of video
• Measures 2-1/8 x  3-7/8 x  13/32 inches
• Weighs 3.5 oz
• 5 band equalizer
• Audio support for MP3/WMA/AAC/L-PCM
• Video support for AVC(H.264/AVC)/MPEG-4/WMV DRM
• FM tuner

The 16GB X Series (model NWZ-X1051FBSMP) is available for $299.99 while the 32 GB X Series (model NWZ-X1061FBSMP) is available for $399.99.

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The HTC Ozone is the latest Windows Mobile smartphone to hit Verizon Wireless. The Ozone features 3G and Wi-Fi networking, a simple design, QWERTY keyboard, and global roaming support. Other specs and features include:

• Ergonomically designed QWERTY keyboard
• Global roaming, 3G network, and Wi-Fi network support
• 1500 mAh battery for extended operating time
• Comes with international charging adapters for travelers
• VZ Navigator for audible turn-by-turn directions
• Visual Voice Mail
• Mobile IM, Mobile Email
• “Sliding Panel” user interface
• One-touch messaging key for quick connections to other users

The Ozone is available for $49.99 after a $70 dollar mail-in rebate and a new two-year agreement. If you’re interested in the Ozone then you’ll be able to get one starting tomorrow over at www.verizonwireless.com. Verizon Wireless stores will get it by July 13th.

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Gateway also announced a new lineup of inexpensive high definition LCD displays called the FHD Series. The new displays have a new stylish design along with edge-to-edge screens, a black bezel, metallic silver highlights, and an L shaped stand. Other common features and specs include:

• 16:9 aspect ratio
• 1920 x 1080 resolution
• High contrast ratios
• Fast response times
• 300 cd/m2 brightness
• Card reader
• 170 degree horizontal viewing angle
• 160 degree vertical viewing angle
• VGA, HDMI, and DVI with HDCP input
• Two built-in speakers

The FHD is available in 21.5 inch, 23 inch, and 24 inch display sizes. Two of the configurations are below:

Gateway FHD2102

• MSRP: $199^.99
• 21.5-inch Widescreen
• 1920×1080 Maximum Resolution
• 60Hz (Maximum) Refresh Rate
• 5ms Response Time
• 20000:1 Max (Dynamic) Contrast Ratio
• 300cd/m2 Brightness
• 170° (H)/160° (V) Viewing Angles
• 16.7 Million Colors
• 6 + Hi-FRC Bits
• Inputs: 1x HDMI, 1x DVI-D (HDCP), 1x VGA, 1 USB hub
• (2) 2 W Speakers
• Energy Star Compliant

Gateway FHD2402

• MSRP: $269^.99
• 24-inch Widescreen
• 1920×1080 Maximum Resolution
• 60Hz (Maximum) Refresh Rate
• 2ms Response Time
• 40000:1 Max (Dynamic) Contrast Ratio
• 300cd/m2 Brightness
• 170° (H)/160° (V) Viewing Angles
• 16.7 Million Colors
• 6 + Hi-FRC Bits
• Inputs: 1x HDMI, 1x DVI-D (HDCP), 1x VGA, 1 USB hub
• (2) 2 W Speakers
• Energy Star Compliant

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Gateway SX Series:

The SX Series is Gateway’s first small form factor desktop PC lineup – ideal for small spaces such as a dorm room or a den. The first model in the new SX series is the $499.99 SX2800-01 featuring an Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200 processor clocked at 2.33GHz. Here are the rest of the specs to the SX2800-01:

• Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200 (2.33GHz, 4MB L2 cache, 1333MHz)
• Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500
• Intel G43 Express Chipset + ICH10
• 4GB DDR3 SDRAM
• 640GB SATA hard drive
• 18x DVD+/-R/RW SuperMulti Drive featuring Labelflash™ Technology
• Multi-in-one digital media card reader
• Windows Vista Home Premium 64 bit
• 10/100/1000 (Gigabit) LAN
• 9 USB 2.0 ports (5 front / 4 rear)
• 1 IEEE 1394a port (front, mini)
• 1 eSATA port (rear)
• 1 HDMI port (rear)
• 1 VGA port (rear)
• High-definition audio with 6-channel (5.1) audio support
• USB powered stereo speakers

Gateway DX Series:

If you’re looking for something with a bit more oomph (although a quad core processor isn’t exactly tiny in power), then the compact DX Series might be for you. The DX Series offers several expansion capabilities including two external 5.25 inch drive bays, three 3.5 inch drive bays and several expansion slots for additional cards. Two available systems include the DX4300-03 and the DX4820-02. Here’s what you need to know about the two systems:

DX4300-03:

• AMD Phenom X4 9750 (2.4GHz, 512KBx4 L2 cache, 2400MHz)
• ATI Radeon HD 4650 graphics card (1GB video memory)
• AMD RS780 chipset
• 8GB DDR2 SDRAM
• 1TB SATA hard drive
• 18x DVD+/-R/RW SuperMulti Drive featuring Labelflash Technology
• Multi-in-one digital media card reader
• Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit
• 802.11 b/g wireless
• 10/100/1000 (Gigabit) LAN
• 8 USB 2.0 ports (4 front / 4 rear)
• 1 HDMI port (rear / mini)
• 1 DVI port
• High-definition audio with 8-channel (7.1) audio support
• USB powered stereo speakers
• TV Tuner
• MSRP of $749.99

DX4820-02:

• Intel Core 2 Quad Q8400 (2.66GHz, 4MB L2 cache)
• NVIDIA GeForce G210 graphics card (512MB video memory)
• Intel G43 Express chipset
• 8GB DDR3 SDRAM
• 750GB SATA hard drive
• 18x DVD+/-R/RW SuperMulti Drive featuring Labelflash Technology
• Multi-in-one digital media card reader
• Windows Vista Home Premium 64 bit
• 10/100/1000 (Gigabit) LAN
• 8 USB 2.0 ports (4 front / 4 rear)
• 1 1394 (rear / miniport)
• 1 HDMI port (rear)
• 1 VGA port (rear)
• High-definition audio with 8-channel (7.1) audio support
• MSRP of $899.99

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Technorati Tags: Gateway SX Series, Gateway DX Series, Computers

AT&T and Motorola announced earlier this week the upcoming availability of the new Motorola Karma QA1 messaging handset. The Karma, due to come out on June 28th, is ideally suited to the messaging crazed individuals out there. Yes that means you’ll be able to text message, instant message, and access social networking websites to your hearts delight with the QA1.

Features and specs include the following:

• Slide out QWERTY keyboard
• IM-style texting with all-in-one view of messages
• Easy scroll navigation
• Support for Yahoo! Messenger, Windows Live Messenger
• CrystalTalk technology amplifies your conversation and reduces background noise
• Facebook and MySpace quick launch icons on homepage for one-click access
• 2.0 megapixel camera
• 3.5 mm headphone jack
• aGPS technology and support for AT&T Navigator for turn-by-turn directions

The Motorola Karma QA1 will be available for $79.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate and a new two year agreement for wireless voice plans of $39.99 a month or higher and a $20 dollar a month data or messaging plan.

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