http://www.fareastgizmos.com/ en Copyright 2009 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:03:31 -0400 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss This is an XML content feed. It is intended to be viewed in a newsreader or syndicated to another site, subject to copyright and fair use. The new Nikon SMZ745T-a trinocular stereo microscope with a zoom magnification of 7.5x is suited for digital imaging. By optimizing the design of the Greenough optical system, Nikon has realized an impressive 7.5x zoom, the highest in its class. The total magnification range is 3.35x to 300x.The adoption of the new total reflection prism has resulted in bright, high-contrast images. The zoom body is equipped with a camera port (trinocular type) and a built-in 0.55x C-mount adapter. This permits direct... http://www.fareastgizmos.com/digital_cameras/nikon_smz745ta_trinocular_stereo_microscope_with_75x_zoom_magnification.php http://www.fareastgizmos.com/digital_cameras/nikon_smz745ta_trinocular_stereo_microscope_with_75x_zoom_magnification.php Digital Cameras Nikon Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:03:31 -0400 Nokia today introduced the new Nokia 3720 classic, an IP-54 certified mobile phone designed to resist water, dust and shock. The Nokia 3720 classic is encased in durable materials and is entirely sealed to protect the inner electronics. The Nokia 3720 classic features a sealed, leak-proof design and durable materials in a range of colours. The battery cover, which protects both the battery and the internal circuitry of the device, is locked with a screw, making for worry-free usage... http://www.fareastgizmos.com/mobile_phones/nokia_9720_classic_ip54_certified_mobile_with_led_flashlight.php http://www.fareastgizmos.com/mobile_phones/nokia_9720_classic_ip54_certified_mobile_with_led_flashlight.php Mobile Phones Nokia Thu, 09 Jul 2009 10:30:53 -0400 The world’s first RFID-based scheme for single-journey reusable ticketing in mass transportation has recently gone live in Seoul, South Korea, and is expected to save some 3 billion Won (over US$2.4 million) per year using a robust solution based on RFID technology from STMicroelectronics. In the new system, automated vending machines issue the Single Journey Ticket in exchange for each passenger’s payment plus a 500 Won deposit for the ticket. Each ticket contains ST’s SRT512 contactless memory chip, which... http://www.fareastgizmos.com/transport/seoul_subway_launches_worlds_first_rfidbased_scheme_for_singlejourney_reusable_ticketing.php http://www.fareastgizmos.com/transport/seoul_subway_launches_worlds_first_rfidbased_scheme_for_singlejourney_reusable_ticketing.php Transport STMicroelectronics Thu, 09 Jul 2009 10:21:38 -0400 Sony today announced its next-generation multi-function DVDirect DVD recorder- VRD-MC6, which can transfer both high-definition and standard-definition home videos and digital photos to DVD discs without using a computer. The new Sony VRD-MC6 model has a 2.7-inch color LCD screen for previewing video or up to six digital photos at a time. The Sony VRD-MC6 can transfer AVCHD quality videos to DVD discs in their native 1080i HD resolution when connected directly to a Sony hard drive or Memory... http://www.fareastgizmos.com/digital_cameras/sony_launches_multifunction_dvdirect_dvd_recorder_vrdmc6_with_a_27inch_lcd_screen.php http://www.fareastgizmos.com/digital_cameras/sony_launches_multifunction_dvdirect_dvd_recorder_vrdmc6_with_a_27inch_lcd_screen.php Digital Cameras Sony Thu, 09 Jul 2009 10:11:28 -0400 Sony today announced its new HDR-CX520V and HDR-CX500V Handycam camcorders, which capture full1920x1080 high-definition video and up to 12-megapixel photos on a 64GB or 32GB internal flash memory, respectively, offering up to 25 hours of HD video (LP mode). For optimal playback, the Sony HDR-CX520V and Sony HDR-CX500V camcorders feature 60p output, which automatically converts content to 60 progressive frames per second when connected to a compatible high-definition television. Other powerful features include a built-in zoom microphone with Dolby®... http://www.fareastgizmos.com/digital_cameras/sony_announces_new_hd_flash_memory_camcorders_with_builtin_gps_antenna_and_navteq_digital_maps.php http://www.fareastgizmos.com/digital_cameras/sony_announces_new_hd_flash_memory_camcorders_with_builtin_gps_antenna_and_navteq_digital_maps.php Digital Cameras Sony Thu, 09 Jul 2009 09:57:59 -0400 Enjoy stereo music from the compact and cute Elecom iPod Dock ASP-300 without batteries. Simply connect the iPod to the dock and enjoy music from the tiny built in speakers. The Dock is powered by the iPod battery. The cute pod with pretty design comes with a built in volume control also. TheElecom Soundblock ASP-300 has two built in 16mm speakers, 8Ω speaker input impedance and 0.04W output.... http://www.fareastgizmos.com/mp3/elecom_sounblock_asp300_ipod_dockenjoy_music_from_speakers_without_external_power.php http://www.fareastgizmos.com/mp3/elecom_sounblock_asp300_ipod_dockenjoy_music_from_speakers_without_external_power.php MP3 Elecom Thu, 09 Jul 2009 06:21:33 -0400 Adlink's USB-3488A GPIB interface provides a direct connection between the USB port on a desktop or laptop computer to GPIB instrumention. The Adlink USB-3488A is fully IEEE 488.1 and IEEE 488.2 compatible and provides the benefits of "plug-and-play" USB connection for simple direct connection of GPIB instruments to a laptop computer.The USB-3488A has also passed vibration tests of 1 G while in operation and 2.5 G while not operating.... http://www.fareastgizmos.com/computing/adlink_usb3488a_a_costeffective_ieee488_gpib_to_usb_interface_controller.php http://www.fareastgizmos.com/computing/adlink_usb3488a_a_costeffective_ieee488_gpib_to_usb_interface_controller.php Computing Adlink Thu, 09 Jul 2009 06:14:07 -0400 The new Canon Pixma MP490 AIO Photo Printer offers high-quality at a very affordable price point. This printer utilizes the ChromaLife100 four-color ink system and can print out a photo-lab quality borderless 4" x 6" photo in approximately 43 seconds. The Canon Pixma MP490 Photo AIO Printer boasts a 1.8-inch LCD screen and a self-opening output tray which helps to prevent any paper jams. The template printing feature has been enhanced to now include 11 different templates, which now... http://www.fareastgizmos.com/computing/canon_pixma_mp490_aio_photo_printer_for_affordable_high_quality_prints.php http://www.fareastgizmos.com/computing/canon_pixma_mp490_aio_photo_printer_for_affordable_high_quality_prints.php Computing Canon Thu, 09 Jul 2009 06:06:15 -0400 Transcend today announced the launch of its Extreme Plus 600X CompactFlash cards with Turbo MLC technology. The new Transcend 600X CF cards raise the bar with blazing fast transfer speeds of up to 92MB/s read and 87MB/s write, which makes them as ideal choice for professional photographers and enthusiasts who use DSLR cameras. Transcend’s Extreme Plus 600X CompactFlash cards operate in quad-channel mode using Ultra DMA (UDMA) 6, the fastest speed available for flash cards. Transcend’s 600X CF cards... http://www.fareastgizmos.com/digital_cameras/transcend_launches_extreme_plus_600x_compactflash_cards_with_blazing_fast_transfer_speeds_of_up_to_92mbs_read_and_87mbs.php http://www.fareastgizmos.com/digital_cameras/transcend_launches_extreme_plus_600x_compactflash_cards_with_blazing_fast_transfer_speeds_of_up_to_92mbs_read_and_87mbs.php Computing Digital Cameras Transcend Thu, 09 Jul 2009 05:57:30 -0400 The new Canon Pixma MP560 Wireless Photo AIO Printer is the most compact Canon inkjet printer to have both wireless capabilities and built-in Auto Duplex Printing. This is the first Canon Pixma Printer to have the ability to print out pictures directly from a USB Flash Memory device. With a new sleek design, the PIXMA MP560 Photo AIO Printer features five individual ink tanks with the ChromaLife100 ink system providing more vibrant and longer-lasting photos. The PIXMA MP560 printer... http://www.fareastgizmos.com/computing/canon_pixma_mp560_wireless_photo_aio_printer_with_usb_direct_printing.php http://www.fareastgizmos.com/computing/canon_pixma_mp560_wireless_photo_aio_printer_with_usb_direct_printing.php Computing Canon Thu, 09 Jul 2009 05:44:43 -0400 A Korean company TmaxSoft has dared to challenge Microsoft Windows virtual monopoly on the global computer operating systems market with the launch of Tmax Window. TmaxSoft launched Tmax Window in an attempt to create viable competition in the OS market. More than 300 researchers have developed the system over almost five years. TmaxSoft claims that Tmax Window has a high rate of compatibility with Microsoft software titles and the chairman of the company says the system is more stable... http://www.fareastgizmos.com/computing/korean_company_tmaxsoft_dares_to_challenge_microsoft_windows_os.php http://www.fareastgizmos.com/computing/korean_company_tmaxsoft_dares_to_challenge_microsoft_windows_os.php Computing Microsoft Wed, 08 Jul 2009 07:36:35 -0400 A-DATA today unveiled a brand-new swivel-designed C903 USB Flash Drive. Accentuated by its glossy, metallic swivel casing with a distinctive asymmetric contour therein, C903 is delicately designed to bring out the minimalist style with an innovative touch. Unlike conventional swivel-designed USB flash drives, the unique asymmetric outer casing of A-DATA C903 protects the USB connector and serves as a lock mechanism to prevent the connector from sticking out due to constant turning and wearing. The same design also enables... http://www.fareastgizmos.com/computing/adata_launches_new_swiveldesigned_usb_flash_drive.php http://www.fareastgizmos.com/computing/adata_launches_new_swiveldesigned_usb_flash_drive.php Computing A-data Wed, 08 Jul 2009 07:30:17 -0400 A-DATA 64 GB capacity XPG Xupreme 200X flash drive is the first flash drive compatible with Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit). Coated with an elegant dark grey aluminum color, the A-Data XPG Xupreme 200X flash drive presents the high-performance USB flash drive in a simple yet stylish design of XPG product line and supports up to 30MB/s (200X) read speed.... http://www.fareastgizmos.com/computing/adata_announces_worlds_first_flash_drive_compatible_with_windows_7.php http://www.fareastgizmos.com/computing/adata_announces_worlds_first_flash_drive_compatible_with_windows_7.php Computing A-data Wed, 08 Jul 2009 06:49:10 -0400 2009 marks the 50th anniversary of Honda’s participation in World Grand Prix racing, and to commemorate this event a team has been at work for the past two years restoring the RC142. Honda first participated in the World Championship Racing (WGP) Isle of Man TT Race in 1959. The motorcycle it developed for that race was the RC142 works machine, fitted with an air-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve, 2-cylinder 125cc engine. The project team handled the restoration based on the... http://www.fareastgizmos.com/transport/honda_rc142_50_years_of_world_championship_racing.php http://www.fareastgizmos.com/transport/honda_rc142_50_years_of_world_championship_racing.php Transport Honda Wed, 08 Jul 2009 05:52:32 -0400 OCZ today released the latest addition to their premium Vertex solid state drive series, the Vertex Turbo Edition. Enabled by a proprietary firmware and 64MB of 180MHz DRAM cache, the OCZ Vertex Turbo Edition ramps up performance levels to new heights, while providing the snappy computing, longer battery life, and shorter boot-ups users have enjoyed from the original. The OCZ Vertex Turbo delivers best-in-class read and write speeds clocking in at up to 270MB/s read and 210MB/s write along... http://www.fareastgizmos.com/computing/ocz_launches_vertex_turbo_edition_solid_state_drives_with_64mb_of_180mhz_dram_cache.php http://www.fareastgizmos.com/computing/ocz_launches_vertex_turbo_edition_solid_state_drives_with_64mb_of_180mhz_dram_cache.php Computing OCZ Wed, 08 Jul 2009 04:30:56 -0400