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            <title>Sony demonstrates paper-powered battery technology</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.thinkdigit.com/uploads/artImg198x166_8266.jpg'>&nbsp;&nbsp;Sony recently demonstrated a new battery technology in Japan, which uses waste paper to generate electricity. A type of bio-battery, it converts waste paper into sugar, which is used as a fuel to generate electricity. The current prototype battery is powerful enough to run basic music players, and in time, will be able to run mobile phones as well. The question of how to package it, with its liquid contents, remains unanswered however.
Sony&rsquo;s bio-battery is also considered environmentally [...] <br /><a href="http://www.thinkdigit.com/Portable-Media-Players/Sony-demonstrates-paper-powered-battery-technology_8266.html" target="_blank" >Read the entire article</a>]]></description>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 11:22:25 +0100</pubDate>
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            <title>Apple releases iOS 5.0.1 to fix battery life; many users still report problems</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.thinkdigit.com/uploads/artImg198x166_7922.php'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Less than two weeks after the battery life issue was first reported, Apple has released its announced iOS 5.0.1 update to fix it, as well as bring other bug fixes and improvements to the platform. A large portion of the most recent user reports on the Apple support forums however, claim that the update does not actually fix the battery life problem for them, and in some cases, makes it worse. Apple has yet to respond to these reports.
As announced last week, the iOS 5.0.1 update will brin [...] <br /><a href="http://www.thinkdigit.com/Portable-Media-Players/Apple-releases-iOS-501-to-fix-battery_7922.html" target="_blank" >Read the entire article</a>]]></description>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 10:23:18 +0100</pubDate>
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            <title>Amazon launches Kindle Owner's Lending Library for Prime subscribers</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.thinkdigit.com/uploads/artImg198x166_7856.jpg'>&nbsp;&nbsp;Amazon has launched the Kindle Owner&rsquo;s Lending Library, a novel loyalty program for its Amazon Prime members that allows them to borrow eBooks for free, with the only limitations being one book at a time, and support for only Kindle devices. As this obviously would not sit too well with publishers, Amazon has only been able to start with around 5,000 titles on offer.

[RELATED_ARTICLE]Just like with a regular Kindle eBook, users will be able to use highlights, annotations and bookmarking [...] <br /><a href="http://www.thinkdigit.com/Portable-Media-Players/Amazon-launches-Kindle-Owners-Lending-Library-for_7856.html" target="_blank" >Read the entire article</a>]]></description>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2011 11:36:55 +0100</pubDate>
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            <title>Apple iOS 5 - First Impressions</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.thinkdigit.com/uploads/artImg198x166_7746.jpg'>&nbsp;&nbsp;The much-awaited Apple iOS 5 has finally landed on our shining Apple devices. However, the big question is - is it worth the update? Let's find out.
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The update process
First off, before you get the iOS 5 update, you will have to ensure that your iPhone, iPad or iPod is updated to the iOS 4.3.5 first. If you have done the update earlier, then no need to worry. If not, then be ready to walk down that longer path. Two important things you need to keep in mind here. First, if yo [...] <br /><a href="http://www.thinkdigit.com/Portable-Media-Players/Apple-iOS-5--First-Impressions_7746.html" target="_blank" >Read the entire article</a>]]></description>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 13:05:42 +0100</pubDate>
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            <title>Acer launches the C110 and K330 mobile projectors</title>
            <link>http://www.thinkdigit.com/Portable-Media-Players/Acer-launches-the-C110-and-K330-mobile_7597.html</link>
            <description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.thinkdigit.com/uploads/artImg198x166_7597.jpg'>&nbsp;&nbsp;Acer has introduced the two newest entrants in its projector lineup, the C110 and the K330. Both projectors are claimed to be built for portable and multi-purpose use.
The C110 is a pico projector which, at measurements of 110mm x 85mm x 25mm and weighing 175 grams, is tiny enough to fit in your pocket. Billed as &ldquo;an ideal notebook companion&rdquo;, the C110 can be connected to Windows and Android devices via a USB cable. Specs wise, the C110 boasts of a 1000:1 contrast ratio, resolution  [...] <br /><a href="http://www.thinkdigit.com/Portable-Media-Players/Acer-launches-the-C110-and-K330-mobile_7597.html" target="_blank" >Read the entire article</a>]]></description>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 10:18:36 +0100</pubDate>
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            <title>Zebronics launches ZebMate Cinema 3.0+ touchscreen PMP, at Rs. 2,900</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Zebronics, best known for its computer peripherals, cabinets, speakers, power supplies, and recently, even its ZebMate brand of media players, has launched a new PMP in India &ndash; the ZebMate Cinema 3.0+. The USP of this PMP is its ability to play 720p HD video, its 3-inch touchsreen, as well as TV-out functionality. To be sure however, its TFT display actually has a resolution of 400x240 pixels. Zebronics has priced it at Rs. 2,900, with one year warranty.
[RELATED_ARTICLE]The ZebMate Cinem [...] <br /><a href="http://www.thinkdigit.com/Portable-Media-Players/Zebronics-launches-ZebMate-Cinema-30-touchscreen-PMP_7331.html" target="_blank" >Read the entire article</a>]]></description>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2011 12:20:06 +0100</pubDate>
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            <title>Apple's App Store hits 15 billion app downloads till date</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Apple very excitedly announced today that its App Store has hit a new milestone &ndash; 15 billion app downloads, since its inception over three years ago. Quite a number. The store currently features over 425,000 Apple curated applications for its range of iOS devices &ndash; the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, of which 200 million have been sold all over the world in over 90 countries. A 100,000 of those applications are native iPad apps.
Oh yes, and Apple has paid developers over $2.5 billion  [...] <br /><a href="http://www.thinkdigit.com/Portable-Media-Players/Apples-App-Store-hits-15-billion-app_7115.html" target="_blank" >Read the entire article</a>]]></description>
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            <title>Computex 2011: Android TV is here  First Look [Video]</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[With Apple TV and Roku already out in the market, did you think Android would stay far? Obviously not. Westin AmLogic Enjoy TV showcased its Android TV at Computex 2011. Just like other set-top boxes that we have seen in the past, the Westin AmLogic comes in a light box which has a range of output ports, which connect to your LCD TV. It has USB ports on the side as well as SD card slot for attaching external hard drives. The device shows an Android FroYo user interface and it comes with a very u [...] <br /><a href="http://www.thinkdigit.com/Portable-Media-Players/Computex-2011-Android-TV-is-here-_6911.html" target="_blank" >Read the entire article</a>]]></description>
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            <title>Computex 2011: A sneak peak into ZOTAC ZBOX's successors</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[As always at Computex, exhibitor's booths have this secret back room where only a few are invited. Yes, we're talking about the &quot;NDA room&quot; where products that the company does not yet wish to reveal are showcased to a select few members of the media. When you enter you are first greeted by a big &quot;no photography&quot; sign board and a bevy of interesting products lined up along the wall.
Apart from sneaking into CoolerMaster's NDA room we were also invited to preview a few product [...] <br /><a href="http://www.thinkdigit.com/Portable-Media-Players/Computex-2011-A-sneak-peak-into-ZOTAC_6906.html" target="_blank" >Read the entire article</a>]]></description>
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            <title>Apple patent reveals possible 7th gen iPod Nano, with environmental sensors</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[A patent filed over at the U.S. Patent Office has revealed Apple&rsquo;s latest design innovation, which will hopefully see the light of production. The patent features images of what looks like the next, or 7th generation of the iPod Nano, with some new functionalities that will turn that minute wonder into something more versatile.
[RELATED_ARTICLE]From what the patent says, the iPod Nano 7 will have a camera onboard, as well as other new sensors, such as a motion sensor, a microphone, and a  [...] <br /><a href="http://www.thinkdigit.com/Portable-Media-Players/Apple-patent-reveals-possible-7th-gen-iPod_6773.html" target="_blank" >Read the entire article</a>]]></description>
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            <title>Microsoft halts development of standalone Zune, concentrates on WP7 integration</title>
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Microsoft has announced that it will stop development on the Zune HD Player, with no future models envisioned &ndash; though existing models will continue to be sold. The reason it has given for the move is that the Zune HD Player had insufficient demand.
The Zune Player was introduced in 2006, and created quite a buzz with its snappy and well-thought out interface, as well as its value-for-money Zune Pass. With the release of the Zune HD Player in 2009, the device&rsquo;s OLED screen and HD  [...] <br /><a href="http://www.thinkdigit.com/Portable-Media-Players/Microsoft-halts-development-of-standalone-Zune-concentrates_6445.html" target="_blank" >Read the entire article</a>]]></description>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 15 Mar 2011 10:15:05 +0100</pubDate>
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            <title>Transcend launches hot-pink music player - MP330 - with FLAC and WAV support</title>
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Couldn&rsquo;t find the perfect gift for your beloved this Valentine&rsquo;s Day (and are still alive)? Looking to gift or use a hot pink digital music player? If you said yes to any of these questions, then Transcend&rsquo;s better-late-than never launch of the Digital Player MP330 should interest you greatly.
Available in three capacities &ndash; 2GB, 4GB, &amp; 8GB &ndash; the Digital Player MP330 is more than just an MP3 player, as it supports a variety of audiophile formats, including WA [...] <br /><a href="http://www.thinkdigit.com/Portable-Media-Players/Transcend-launches-hot-pink-music-player--MP330_6264.html" target="_blank" >Read the entire article</a>]]></description>
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            <title>Zebronics Zebmate Cinema 4.3  Half completed mission [Review]</title>
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Having recently reviewed the Zebronics Zebmate Cinema 3.0, and complained about the lack of touchscreen capabilities, I am happy to see the Zebmate Cinema 4.3 arrive for review. This is the Cinema 3.0, plus quite a bit more. Let&rsquo;s find out how good this actually is.
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First Impression: It&rsquo;s all plastic
The Cinema 4.3 is dressed in black coloured plastic, which is thankfully matte finish. The front panel does not have any buttons around the 4.3 inch touchscreen. The left pan [...] <br /><a href="http://www.thinkdigit.com/Portable-Media-Players/Zebronics-Zebmate-Cinema-43-Half-completed_6074.html" target="_blank" >Read the entire article</a>]]></description>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 2011 10:32:19 +0100</pubDate>
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            <title>Zebronics launches the Zebmate Cinema 4.3 Portable, a touchscreen PMP</title>
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Zebronics has launched a portable media player in India, sporting a 4.3-inch touchscreen that has a 480x272 pixel resolution. Called the Zebmade Cinema 4.3 Portable, it supposedly supports 720p video of varying formats, though what the point of that would be on that resolution is a bit puzzling &ndash; apart from the advertised TV-out.
Other specifications include a 3.5mm audio jack, microUSB interface, FM radio, microphone, an inbuilt 8GB storage capacity, which can be expanded with microSD  [...] <br /><a href="http://www.thinkdigit.com/Portable-Media-Players/Zebronics-launches-the-Zebmate-Cinema-43-Portable_5989.html" target="_blank" >Read the entire article</a>]]></description>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 20 Jan 2011 14:10:12 +0100</pubDate>
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            <title>COWON launches phone-like PMP - the Android 2.1 based D3 Plenue</title>
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Korean audio system designers COWON have launched a new PMP that looks just like a phone, and runs Android 2.1 to boot &ndash; called the D3 Plenue. The news comes in the wake of Samsung&rsquo;s rumoured forthcoming launch of Galaxy S derived and Froyo-based PMP &ndash; the Galaxy Player.
Apart from the lack of Froyo and actual Android Market access, the D3 Plenue is pretty well-endowed, with a 1GHz processor, a 3.7-inch AMOLED screen with 800x480 resolution, HDMI out and 1080p HD playback, W [...] <br /><a href="http://www.thinkdigit.com/Portable-Media-Players/COWON-launches-phone-like-PMP--the-Android_5882.html" target="_blank" >Read the entire article</a>]]></description>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 29 Dec 2010 14:02:40 +0100</pubDate>
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