How to shop for your first HDTV

realize this is an overly dramatic if not vague introduction for a how-to guide, but there is some truth to it. For those of us (which included me not too long ago) who have not been keeping tabs on the network television industry, there is a very important date to mark on the calendar: 17 February 2009. D-Day. Thanks to numerous corporate lobbyists and US Congress, all network television stations will stop broadcasting their analog signal on this date and complete the transition to digital broadcast. This will be the first time in US history that television broadcasting has established a change which is not backwards compatible. Analog television will be a relic of the past, and the digital age will complete its global presence.

In anticipation, some of the major networks have already made the switch to digital broadcast. Even today, several over-the-air (OTA), cable, and satellite broadcasts can be received in HDTV with the proper antenna and tuner. Analog television sets receiving over-the-air programming will still work after that date, but will require converter boxes to change new digital broadcasts into the older analog format. Cable and satellite subscribers with analog television sets will most likely add yet another box from their service providers which converts signal for the DTV transition.

How will you save yourself, your family, and loved ones? What you do to prepare for the future will depend solely on what you know about it. This guide will infuse months of research into a very easy to understand how-to article, all for the purpose of preparing you for D-Day.

Over the past three months of 2007, I have personally researched the subject of HDTV to great lengths. I went and read what everyone else on the Web had to say on the subject; but it doesn't take long to realize that old technology news often spoils overnight. Many of the guides out there talked about the upcoming digital transition as if it were wishful thinking, and others discussed how you would need an additional HDTV tuner to receive programming. Simply put, if the article, guide, or scrap of news pertaining to HDTV shopping was written prior to 1 March 2007, then it probably is outdated. You will learn why later in rule #1 below.

At first it was for the simple purpose of improving my grasp of the technology so I could make an informed purchase, but it soon developed into a full-fledged obsession to get the best product possible for my money. I found myself interjecting HDTV techno-quips at business lunches, if for nothing more than to take everyone else up a level from which I was once a part of. But still, what does all this have to do with a guide? Simply put, it's all relevant to the HDTV industry as a whole. It's the difference between buying obsolete from cutting edge.

This guide will educate you on the most relevant and essential terms used in HDTV today. Using this guide will ultimately save you days of confusing research, and will better prepare you to determine your HDTV and home theater equipment needs. But most importantly it will arm you with the necessary knowledge to make an educated purchase on a budget.

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Olympus E-510

The Olympus E-510 is a compact DSLR camera featuring Live Preview, which allows you to frame your shot using either the optical viewfinder or the 2.5 inch LCD screen. The E-510 boasts a built-in image stabilizer in the camera body which will help to counter-act the effects of camera-shake in conjunction with all Olympus E-System lenses. Based on the Four Thirds Standard, the Olympus E510 replaces the E-500 and features a a new 10 megapixel Live MOS sensor. There's also a new image processing engine which provides sequential shooting at up to 3 frames per second with an eight image RAW buffer in burst mode. Both CompactFlash and xD-Picture Cards can be used with the Olympus E-510, there's the proven Supersonic Wave Filter for dust reduction, plus 18 different shooting modes catering for beginners and more experienced photographers alike. Is the Olympus E510 worth the extra cost when compared to the more diminuitive E-410? Gavin Stoker reviewed the Olympus E-510 and compared it to the E-410 to find out.

source : photographyblog.com

Power Supply Calculator

The Wattages listed are maximum peak wattage for each component. The total amount this calculator figures is for all devices running at peak utilization. It is important to bear in mind that this amount will never be reached under typical operation. However, I feel that this tool will give you a better idea of how much power your system will need.

After all - when it comes to power, having excess wattage on a power supply is never a bad thing!

Also, one other important factor is the amperage of the +12V rail. A good power supply will have a beefy +12V rail (18A or higher), or even dual +12V rails, as Antec does with their TruePower series. Also, beware that there are many 'imposter' power supplies on the market right now. I have seen power supplies labeled as 500 watt, when they are actually only 250 watts. There are three ways to tell if a power supply is labeled correctly, 1) Check the amperage on the +12V rail, 2) Check the price. If it claims to be 500 watts, but only costs $30, that should throw up all kinds of red flags to you. A true 500 watt power supply will cost between $90 and $140, and 3) Buy a brand name power supply. There are many knock-off supplies out there. Do a little research on the brand. Most 'imitation' companies have no website or a very poorly done website.

Remember that these are peak wattages. Even under full load, actual consumption is usually less than these figures.

Power Supply Calculator

Tips buy a new phone

1. ALWAYS START ONLINE

Service provider Web sites often have promotions that don’t carry over into the carrier’s stores. Rarely, if ever, does it work the other way around. A quick trip to the provider’s Web site might very well save you the extra legwork along with some cash.

2. HAGGLE

In 2003, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia ruled that service providers are allowed to engage in the ancient art of haggling with their customers. The court rejected the complaint of one woman that Verizon Wireless was discriminating against her by not offering everyone the same deals on service. This means that you can walk into your carrier’s store, and wheel and deal. It might not always work, but for the smooth talkers among us, it never hurts to try.

3. SWITCH PROVIDERS

One might expect that service providers would do anything within their power to make sure that their existing customers don't change teams. However, the most competitive prices on new handsets are offered to new members. If you're not too attached to your current service plan, the rebate offered on a new handset might be worth the minor headache of changing providers.

4. STICK WITH YOUR PROVIDER

If you’ve had a good experience with your carrier, it’s probably not worth the trouble of jumping ship. Carriers often provide incentive plans, which provide their customers with discounts after sticking with their service for an extended period. For example, Verizon Wireless offers New Every Two, which gives customers credit toward the purchase of a new handset at the end of a two year service plan.

5. TRY THIRD-PARTY WEB SITES

Third-party Web sites such as Amazon and LetsTalk have their own warehouses full of phones. While they go through the same carriers that the public does for service plans, they are able to set their own prices on phones, often times undercutting the post-rebate prices on handsets offered by service providers

6. CHECK OUT THE RETAIL STORES

Like third-party Web sites, retail stores such as RadioShack and Best Buy stock their own handsets, so they don’t have to adhere to the service providers’ phone pricing. The rub is that, unlike the service providers, the best prices are often not mentioned on the store’s Web site, and may actually require that you leave your house.

7. CONSIDER A USED PHONE

If you don’t mind second-hand electronics, the ever-growing marketplace for used handsets can provide a low-priced alternative to pricey new models. Cingular offers refurbished phones through its site. All refurb phones purchased through Cingular’s site are covered by a 90-day warranty. We found a used SLVR L7 for $99.99 with a two-year contract.

8. UNLOCKED PHONES

Unlocked cell phones are available through auction sites, such as eBay. Of course, unlike buying a phone though a provider, you’ll have to compete for a handset, and there’s always the distinct possibility of getting ripped off. Plus, unlocked models not covered by the provider may not offer all of the same features that a carrier-subsidized phone does.

9. GROUP RATES

Service providers have promotions from time to time, which allow users the ability to purchase multiple phones for a discounted rate, often two for the price of one. Promotions like these are especially fruitful for those with family plans.

10. READ THE BLOGS

Frequenting blogs like Phone Scoop and Engadget Mobile, which trawl the FCC’s site for the latest information on unannounced models (which the latter refers to as FCC Fridays) is a good way to find out which older models are going to be refreshed or replaced. Carriers often drop the prices on soon-to-be discontinued models.

11. E-MAIL ALERTS

Many online price comparison sites, such as PriceGrabber and NexTag, allow you to set target price alerts for products on their sites. Choose a product, set a price that you’re willing to pay, and the site will send you an e-mail, letting you know when one of their partner stores hits the price point, or dips below it.

source : LaptopMag.com

HP Compaq 6910p

The HP Compaq 6910p delivers just about everything that business users on the go are looking for: performance, security, durability, and mobile broadband. Compatibility with Centrino Pro allows IT managers to remotely manage the system and push out important security updates, and the optical drive can be swapped for a weight saver or additional hard drive. We'd like to see a mobile broadband connection, but otherwise this notebook is a strong competitor to the Dell Latitude D630 and Lenovo ThinkPad T61.

Donning a strictly professional exterior, the 6910p is designed to withstand daily abuse. Like the nc6400, this 5.2-pound notebook has a magnesium-alloy frame, as well as rubber bumpers around the screen and keyboard to protect the display. You also get the same in-mold lamination around the keyboard deck to prevent scratches and general wear and tear. What's new is the DuraKeys keyboard, a clear coating on the layout that protects the finish and printed characters. Last but not least is HP's Mobile Data Protection System 3D, which parks the hard drive heads when the notebook detects shock or vibration.

The left side of the system houses two USB ports and a FireWire jack, as well as a PC Card slot and the mic and headphone jacks. The DVD burner, another USB port, and the modem and Ethernet jacks line the right side, and a VGA port and S-Video port line the back of the notebook. A SD/MMC Card reader is on the front of the 6910p, which is surrounded by the speaker.

The 6910p's 14.1-inch, 1440 x 900-pixel LCD, which has a business-friendly matte finish, delivered bright and sharp images. As typical for a business notebook, the 6910p includes two input options--a pointing stick and a touchpad. Both performed well, but some may find the rubbery touchpad and pointing stick buttons a bit too soft. Above the very good keyboard are touch controls for HP's wireless on/off, presentation settings, and volume. Pressing the Info Center button pulls up a menu of quick links to Microsoft Office, HP ProtectTools Security Manager, and Wireless Assistant.

Security features abound on the 6910p, starting with a built-in fingerprint reader. You also get a TPM chip, hard drive encryption, and a smart card reader. IT managers will appreciate that the 6910p uses Centrino Pro with Intel's Active Management Technology, which enables remote manageability and blocks incoming threats to the network. This technology works in tandem with HP's Out of Band Management Console, a component of the company's PC Configuration Management Solution. This separate solution is free for HP customers to download directly from the Web site.

Our test system was powered by a 2-GHz Core 2 Duo processor and 2GB of RAM. We had absolutely no trouble multitasking with the 6910p-we ran a virus scan while watching Two for the Money on DVD and didn't notice any stuttering. The notebook's score of 3,844 on PCMark05 is above average for thin-and-light notebooks. Dell's Vostro notebook with the same processor and RAM turned in a higher score of 4,683, but that system benefits from discrete graphics. The 6910p lasted 2 hours and 27 minutes on our DVD rundown test with Wi-Fi powered off. That means you should expect about four hours of runtime when performing productivity chores. HP offers extended-life batteries starting at $129.

The 6910p's 3DMark score of 1,682 is on a par with other notebooks with integrated graphics. If you need more 3D horsepower, you can opt for one of two other configurations with ATI Mobility Radeon Graphics cards, one with 64MB of dedicated video memory ($150 more than the UMA configuration) and one with 128MB of video memory ($30 more than the 64MB). Wi-Fi performance from the 802.11n radio was good, with 17.2 Mbps and 16.6 Mbps of throughput at 15 and 50 feet, respectively. The Bluetooth connection allowed us to pair both our Motorola RAZR and Jabra headphones-although we had to reset the device on one occasion.

To keep workers connected beyond hotspot range, the 6910p features a mobile broadband modem that connects to Verizon's EV-DO data network. Unfortunately, this system uses the slower Rev. 0 standard instead of Rev. A, which offers much faster uplink speeds. The 6910p took about 20 seconds to download a 1MB file via FTP and, on average, two to three minutes to upload the same file--a time that's definitely on the slow side. Firefox took over two minutes to download-on a par with other Rev. 0 notebooks but well behind those with Rev. A. HP also offers an HSDPA module that connects to AT&T's mobile broadband network; that costs $50 more, but it enables users to stay connected abroad. Users can also swap WWAN modules at any time after purchase.

Overall, the HP 6910p offers a good balance of mobility and power while offering the security and durability mobile professionals need. It feels like it's built to last beyond the three-year warranty. However, this $1,855 machine is a little too expensive for what you get. We prefer the ThinkPad T61 for its enhanced screen protection and better ergonomics ($1,588, when similarly configured at time of review) and the Dell D630 for its EV-DO Rev. A option (only $1,395).

source : LaptopMag.com

Format Nokia Handset

Please follow this procedure:

1. Take out memory card.
2. Charge battery full.
3. Press and HOLD a) 'send' button on top left (green). b) Digit "3" button c) '*' button.
4. You may require assistance from another person for next stage. Keep holding the three buttons as mentioned above and now press
5. Power on button (at top) to switch phone power on.Keep holding ALL FOUR buttons.
6. Now should now see a change in screen.A black strip starts from left to right and you should see the words "formatting" written.
7. You can now release all buttons and relax.Soon the formatting is complete.

How To Overclock the NVIDIA GeForce 8800 Series

Overclocking can take on many forms, and the practice can range from minor product improvements to a total re-engineering project which completely alters the hardware. In this article, I will concentrate my efforts towards achieving the most gain with the least amount of effort.

Some industry voices have called overclocking a hobby, while others have compared it to product misuse. However, I believe that if you are reading this article, you are probably one of the many computer enthusiasts who believe it is perfectly acceptable to get something more out of a product without it costing more money. When I think about it, everyone enjoys getting something for nothing; it's human nature.

Additionally, it is human nature to blame someone else if something goes wrong. This is where I warn you, the reader of this article, that neither I nor benchmarkreviews.com recommend that you overclock your video card. This article explains how I conducted these experiments on my own property. Benchmarkreviews.com and the author of this article will not be responsible for damages or injury resulting from experiments you choose to conduct on your own property. If you read beyond this point, you are accepting responsibility for your own actions and hold Olin Coles and the staff of benchmarkreviews.com harmless.

NVIDIA has recently released their GeForce 8800 Ultra video card, which is now the crown jewel in gaming performance. However, computer hardware and gaming enthusiasts have learned is really just an overclocked GeForce 8800 GTX. Although this guide teaches you how to overclock all NVIDIA video cards, I have selected the FOXCONN NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTS as my test subject. Most all of the older GeForce 6 and 7 generation video cards may also be overclocked using the same methods discussed here. In this how-to article you will learn how to turn your GeForce 8800 GTX into an Ultra, or you can overclock any NVIDIA video card for better performance; and do it all for free!

Presently, the 640MB version of the GeForce 8800 GTS is the third-best video card available on the market, after the Ultra and GTX. Hardcore gamers and computer enthusiasts alike have already speculated on how the GTS could be made to perform to the same level as the GeForce 8800 GTX with some tweaking. Unfortunately, this just isn't possible because of architecture. What is possible though is taking a great product and making perform better; which is exactly what I did.

By default, the FOXCONN 8800 GTS operates with a 575MHz G80 GPU core clock speed, a 1188MHz shader, and a 900MHz (1800MHz) GDDR3 RAM speed. I will utilize the free overclocking utility ATITool v0.26 to search out the best clock speeds and simulate heavy graphic loading to establish stability. I will then make use of NiBiTor v3.2 which is another free tool to program a custom flashable video BIOS. After creating the new custom video BIOS with NiBiTor, I will use yet another free application, nvFlash, to program the new custom video BIOS onto the GeForce 8800 GTS.

Sure the name says "ATI" Tool, but the author has made this a great tool for both ATI and NVIDIA products for several years now. I have personally used many different tools for overclocking in the past, but this has proven to be the best tool for all my needs. After a straightforward installation and reboot (to complete the installation of the driver-level service), I open ATITool and see a lot of options confronting me. Try not to be overwhelmed, since all of these options could strike fear in the hearts of the inexperienced.

Getting Started

Before I begin, it should be noted that SLi sets should not be overclocked or tested together. Doing so may be possible, but the results will be very inaccurate and usually much lower. It is best to remove one video card while overclocking and testing on the other, and then vice versa. This allows each video card to achieve the highest possible individual overclock settings.

The first screen displayed will be the only screen that is really needed. While the memory clock speed copies its adjustments across all three performance levels (2D, 3D low power, and 3D performance), the software allows the user to make individual speed settings to the GPU core clock speed. Initially, the default values are saved in the profile named "default", but as you make changes you may save and delete profiles as needed. For this project, I kept raising my speeds and saving them into a profile named "MAX".

To begin the overclocking process, I start by raising the temperature of the GPU core by using the "Show 3D View" button to display a rotating fuzzy cube. It is critical that the video card attain the highest temperature possible prior to overclocking, because the results of a cold overclock may prove unstable during gaming conditions. After reaching the loaded operating temperature, I change to the "Scan for Artifacts" view by pressing the button. Although I could have used the "Find Max Core & Mem" buttons to have ATITool automatically work out the best settings, I choose to manually test each incremental improvement on my own.

source : FutureMark.com

Ultra ULT33186 Chilltec TEC CPU Cooler

A TEC (thermo-electric cooler) also known as a "Peltier Cooler", is a solid-state active heat pump capable of transferring heat from one side of the device to the other. The Ultra ULT33186 ChillTec CPU cooler uses a TEC, sandwiched between two copper plates, each plate with four heat-pipes leading to a large fan cooled radiator. Because TEC's are capable of cooling below room temperature, often condensation is a concern. But not with the Ultra ChillTec.

The ChillTec's control unit does not apply power to the TEC unless the CPU reaches a certain temperature. Up to this point, the CPU is cooled by the heat-pipes on the "cold" side of the TEC. Once the CPU is hot, power is applied to the TEC and the CPU is chilled. The hot side of the TEC is cooled by the second set of heat-pipes. This perfect balance of thermo-electric cooling and heat-pipe cooling ensures the CPU is kept at the perfect operating temperature. Ideal for hardcore cooling, Benchmark Reviews will discover the potential advantages over standard air cooling solutions.

Ultra is a popular name amoung gamers and hardware enthusiasts. With a very wide array of products, it should be no surprise that they have opened their name to Peltier coolers as well. The Ultra ChillTec is just as colorful as other Ultra products, but even more so with the ULT33186 controller unit.

The Ultra ULT33186 ChillTec TEC controller unit features a four different color schemes on the LCD display, allowing you to install this device in any available 5.25" device bay and match the screen to the rest of your design. This control unit display also works very well in bright natural light environements, which allows you to disable the colored backlight to enable black-only LCD display.

source : FutureMark.com

Aurora mALX 19" SLI Powerhouse

This is Extremely High-performing Laptop Computer by Alienware. This laptop powered by AMD Turion™ 64 Mobile Processor (800MHz FSB, 1MB L2 Cache). Starting at 1GB and up to 2GB of DDR SDRAM at 400MHz. For the graphic it powered by Dual Graphics Cards
256MB Nvidia GeForce Go 7950 GTX. NVIDIA® SLI™ Technology make it more powerful than most desktops, and all other notebooks.Weight for this laptop is 15 lbs with battery. For more detail spec you can check at www.alienware.com

C.H.I.M.P (monitor mirror)

When you are playing Quake on the local LAN against the support desk staff you need all the help you can get. C.H.I.M.P is an early warning system that will clue you in on when to Alt-Tab back to your spreadsheet when your boss suddenly appears. How does it work? You just look at it and it magically (with its invincible powers) produces an image of what is behind you.

Convex mirror (3 inches diameter) fits easily on either corner of your monitor with accompanying velcro. Choose between black or our new iCHIMP in stylish white.

You can buy this gadget at www.thinkgeek.com

Key Katcher

This is a device that can be connected to a keyboard to record all keystrokes. It has a changeable password, keyword search, enable/disable option, and stores URLs. Records 262,000 keystrokes and does not require any software. Monitor unauthorized access to your computer or your network. Use it to troubleshoot or make fixes by tracing back through a users command sequence.
ome neat features of this gadget:

• Available in the "Magnum" 4MB size, 256K, 128K or Mini size.
  
• It is Portable - move it from computer to computer.
• Installs in seconds - Just plug it in.
• Uses no system resources. Truly runs in the background.
• Works with all PC Operating Systems with PS/2 keyboards. USB version available here
• Data is retained even during system lock-ups and power outages.
• No Software to learn. Use in conjunction with programs you already know.

buy at :www.thinkgeek.com

Green Laser Pointer II

Okay, just about everyone has a red laser pointer. This is a special laser pointer because it a green laser pointer. Usually laser ponter is in red color.This pointer is significantly brighter (about 50 times) than a red laser pointer and because of its unusual color it is much more noticeable. I mean come on, a 532 nm green laser wavelength is obviously superior to a laughable 650 nm red laser wavelength. And unlike a red laser, the green beam itself can be seen in mid-air in dark conditions, not just the laser beam dot. This allows the green laser pointer to be used for pointing to star constellations (skypointing) and also just generally look cool as hell. The green laser beam dot can be seen at much greater distances than with a red laser pointer.

Features of this unit include:

• Very bright green laser at 532 nm wavelength
• Output power of <5mw>

buy at :www.thinkgeek.com

SanDisk Extreme® Ducati Edition Compact Flash

The Fastest CompactFlash Card: Period.

When it comes to speed, the SanDisk Extreme® Ducati Edition CompactFlash card wins the race.

At 45 MB/second*, the sequential read/write speed of the SanDisk Extreme® Ducati Edition CompactFlash card is as fast as they come.With this new, faster card, high-end professional photographers, including those who use medium format/digital-back cameras, can edge ahead of their competition with the ability to capture images faster, store more images, and view and offload their images with greater speed.With its unique styling, and official Ducati branding, the SanDisk Extreme® Ducati Edition CompactFlash is the perfect fit for fans of motorcycle racing.

SanDisk Extreme® Ducati Edition—the official memory products for Ducati Corse

Product Details

• Available in 4GB and 8GB configurations
• Fast 45MB/second sequential read/write speeds *
• Extended temperature tested : 13°F to 185°F (-25°C to -85°C)
• Includes travel case
• Includes RescuePRO® Deluxe Recovery Software CD
• Comes with Lifetime Limited Warranty
• Dedicated Technical Support hotline (US only): 1-866-744-0472

* Based on internal testing; performance may be lower based on host device.

source :www.sandisk.com

SanDisk Standard SDHC™ Card 8GB

SanDisk is proud to announce the newest format to the SD memory card family: Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) – available in 4GB and 8GB capacities. Memory card is rated Class 2 for speed and performance based on SD 2.0 specifications.

The SDHC memory card is a highly secure stamp-sized flash memory card, which can be used in a variety of digital products: digital music players, cellular phones, handheld PCs (HPCs), digital cameras, digital video camcorders, smart phones, car navigation systems and electronic books, that follows the SD 2.00 specifications. The SDHC card has a security feature for protection of copyrighted data.

Specifications:

• Capacities available: 4GB and 8GB
• Speed performance rating: Class 2 (based on SD 2.00 Specification)
• Supports SDHC compatible host devices
• Non-volatile solid-state; no moving parts maximizes battery power. Data is not lost when power is turned off
• Low battery consumption to maximize battery life in small portable devices
• User selectable mechanical write protect switch on the exterior card casing
• Operating shock rating of 2,000Gs, equivalent to a 10-foot drop to the floor
• Security level complies with both current and future Secure Digital Music Initiative (SDMI) portable device requirements

source : www.sandisk.com

Dolby® TrueHD

Dolby® TrueHD is Dolby’s next-generation lossless technology developed for high-definition disc-based media. Dolby TrueHD delivers tantalizing sound that is bit-for-bit identical to the studio master, unlocking the true high-definition entertainment experience on next-generation discs. When coupled with high-definition video, Dolby TrueHD offers an unprecedented home theater experience that lets you enjoy sound as stunning as the high-definition picture.

Features

• 100 percent lossless coding technology.
• Up to 18 Mbps bit rate.
• Supports up to eight full-range channels of 24-bit/96 kHz audio.*
• Supported by High-Definition Media Interface (HDMI™), the new single-cable digital connection for audio and video.
• Supports extensive metadata including
• Dolby TrueHD can support more than eight audio channels. HD DVD and Blu-ray Disc standards currently limit their maximum number of audio channels to eight.

Where You’ll Find Dolby TrueHD

HD disc player, A/V receiver, home-theater-in-a-box (HTIB), automobile, personal computer

source :www.dolby.com

AKG K 24 P

This solid little headphone perfoms respectably as an inexpensive fold-up portable can. The sound is a bit uneven and bright, but in this price range there are few really good sounding headphones. Remember, this is an open headphone and therefore better for office/home applications than it would be at blocking out loud street noise and attenuating ambient sounds. When outdoors or in noisy listening environments, it's sibling, the k-26P model, will seal you away from outside noise much more effectively...It sounds way better, too -- so it's probably worth paying the extra few bucks!

The K24P headphone folds up into a tidy little lump that can be tucked into a velvety zippered pouch included in the package. The colorful yellow earpieces are distinctive and slick-looking. The low impedance factor of 32 ohms makes them suitable to be nicely driven by most portable audio players and laptop computers.

This very lightweight and portable headphone has a durable metal 3-D axis self-adjusting headband with ear pieces that swivel and fold inward toward the band. The earpads are flat foam pads. It has a "Y" headphone cord, 4 1/2 feet long, terminated in an angled 1/8" (3.5mm) mini-plug.

source :www.headphone.com

AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition

VG Free is the most popular free solution available at no cost to home users and provides the high level of detection capability that millions of users around the world trust to protect their computers.

• Easy to use, low system resources
• Automatic update functionality
• Real-time protection as files are opened and programs are run
• AVG’s Virus Vault for the safe handling of infected files

AVG Anti-Virus Free is only available for single computer use for home and non commercial use.

Download

source : www.free.grisoft.com

Fusion 1.0

About Fusion
The most seamless way to run Windows, Linux and other PC operating systems on your Intel-based Mac. Find and launch Windows applications quickly with the VMware Fusion launcher. Switch between Windows and Mac applications quickly with Exposé. Minimize Windows applications to the Mac OS X Dock.

Play Windows games on your Mac. Create powerful multi-core virtual machines and run 32- and 64-bit operating systems with ease. Use your iSight camera in Windows and gain access to Windows-only USB 2.0 devices.

VMware Fusion makes it easy to install Windows as a virtual machine on your Intel-based Mac, and makes a perfect complement to Apple Boot Camp. Use your existing Boot Camp partition as a virtual machine, or use the built-in Windows Easy Install to install a fresh copy of Windows on a new virtual machine.

Use Snapshots to save the state of your virtual machine, and revert back to that state if your PC crashes or becomes corrupted.


System Requirements

• Mac OS X 10.4.9 or later
• Intel processor
• 512MB of RAM (1 GB or more recommended)
• 275MB hard disk space for VMware Fusion
• 1GB hard disk space for each virtual machine (10 GB or more recommended)

Download

source : www.apple.com

Apple TV

Apple TV puts your iTunes library — movies, TV shows, music, and podcasts on your TV. And your digital photos appear in high definition, so you can put on a big-screen slideshow. With up to 200 hours of video, 36,000 songs, or 25,000 photos at your command, there’s always something good on TV.
With Apple TV, you can watch theatrical trailers from Apple.com on your TV. And now you can browse and watch YouTube videos on the big screen, too. Search through thousands of free YouTube videos streaming directly from the Internet. Just sit back and enjoy the show.
Apple TV connects to your TV via an HDMI port or component video and audio ports. Its built-in, superfast 802.11 Wi-fi wireless capability syncs your iTunes library from any Mac or PC in the house. Best of all, what’s on Apple TV stays in sync: Anytime you change your library in iTunes, it changes on Apple TV — wirelessly, automatically.
Say you’ve downloaded Cars from iTunes. Instead of watching it on your computer, wirelessly sync the flick to Apple TV. Then pull up a seat, put up your feet, and play your movie on TV. Give yourself a hand: You’ve just changed the way you watch digital media.

source : www.apple.com

new iMac

The all-new, all-in-one iMac packs a complete, high-performance computer into a beautifully thin design. Available in 20- and 24-inch widescreen models, it includes built-in wireless, Mac OS X, and the new iLife ’08. As you might suspect, design doesn’t supersede performance. The new iMac is more powerful than ever, with a faster processor, next-generation graphics, and larger hard drives. And it’s loaded with everything you need to make use of that power, including a built-in iSight camera, Wi-Fi, and SuperDrive.For iMac Tech Specs go to iMac

Samsung i70

• 7.2 mega pixels
• 3x optical zoom
• 3.0” Wide TFT colour LCD (230K)
• Sliding door style & full size LCD of back side
• Brilliant and sensitive flash animation GUI
• Face Recognition AF & AE
• ASR (Advanced Shake Reduction) system
• -MPEG-4 movie mode

DataTraveler II Plus - Migo Edition

Kingston's DataTraveler® II Plus - Migo Edition Hi-Speed USB Flash drive gives you the freedom to work on multiple PCs in different locations, using your own desktop's Microsoft Outlook email contents, Microsoft Internet Explorer settings, favorites, cookies and history, plus your files, folders and icons.

It features award-winning Migo software to store not only your data but also the tools that help you work the way you like to - on any computer - without leaving a trace of personal data behind. When you return to your PC, Migo automatically synchronizes your work to keep your versions current. The DataTraveler II Plus - Migo delivers a data transfer rate of up to 19MB/sec read and 13MB/sec write for the 1-4GB capacities and 11MB/sec read and 7MB/sec write for the 8GB capacity.

source : www.Kingston.com

CrossFire™ Technology

CrossFire™ is the ultimate multi-GPU performance gaming platform,enabling game-dominating power from CrossFire ready motherboards for AMD and Intel® processors and multiple ATI™ Radeon™ graphics cards.
Build your PC with a CrossFire Certified motherboard then plug in two compatible CrossFire Certified ATI Radeon graphics cards.Learn more about the different combinations of cards and motherboards and view a brief overview of how to install them.
For more detail you can go to ATI Website

ATI Radeon™ HD 2400

This is a new technologies from ATI.The ATI Radeon™ HD 2400 is a feature-rich upgrade from integrated graphics for an immersive experience at work and play with Windows Vista®. Easily connect to multiple monitors to enhance productivity or connect to a big-screen TV with HDMI and built-in 5.1 surround sound audio to enjoy Blu-ray™ and HD DVD movies.

Key Features:

1. 256MB DDR2
2. Optimized for DirectX® 10 and Windows Vista®
3. ATI Avivo™ HD video & display technology
4. Hardware processed HD video acceleration (UVD)
5. HD video playback1
6. Built-in HDMI2 for one-cable audio and video connectivity
7. 5.1 (AC3) surround sound
8. HDCP ready for Blu-ray and HD DVD playback3
9. ATI Catalyst™ software suite

source : http://ati.amd.com

Nvidia's GeForce 8800 Ultra

This is the graphic card that recommanded to Extreme Gamer and Multimedia Enthusiast.For more information, you can go to nvidia website

Sony Handycam HDR-SR7E

This is hard disk camcoder from Sony.HDR-SR7E e have a excellent video and performance and satisfying photo quality.But this camcoder have some weakness like no wind filter, no USB port on camcorder, just on bundled dock, annoying touch screen interface, cables not ubiquitous yet for mini-HDMI connector.

# 1080i High Definition recording (AVCHD Format)
# Up to 22 hour High Definition recording on 60GB internal HDD
# Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T*
# ClearVid CMOS Sensor for optimum picture quality
# x.v.Colour mode for more vivid, lively and true colour
# Quick browsing with new intelligent search functions: Film Roll Index, Face Index, Highlight Index
# 6.1 Megapixel still image recording and 4.3 Megapixel Dual Rec while recording movies
# Super SteadyShot (Optical)
# 10x optical zoom / 20x digital zoom
# Assignable dial for manual functions
# STAMINA up to 5 hours 55 minutes (with optional battery using view finder)
# 2.7" Wide, "Clear photo LCD plus" screen with touch panel
# Dolby Digital 5.1ch Creator for Surround sound recording with built in microphone
# Smooth Slow Rec mode for advanced slow motion footage
# 2nd Start / Stop REC and zoom button on LCD frame
# Easy-to-use Home menu and Guide function
# HDMI output for HD ready TV
# Hi-speed USB 2.0 (input / output)
# Battery Info
# Auto Lens Cover

Sprint HTC Mogul PPC-6800

This is PDA from Sprint. I before this not very familiar with this brand.This PDA is quite good. Some of its pros is it full wireless capabilities,large memory,EV-DO broadband and SDHC support. Some of the cons of this PDA is marginal one-handed dialing and it
combine USB/audio jack.

Specifications
Processor: 400 MHz Qualcomm MSM7500
Operating System: Windows Mobile 6.0 Professional (Pocket PC)
Display: 240 x 320 transmissive/reflective LCD
Memory: 64 MB RAM; 256 MB flash memory (150 MB available)
Size and Weight: 4.33" long x 2.32" wide x 0.73" thick; 5.8 ounces
Expansion: Single MicroSD(HC) slot
Docking: HTC ExtUSB plug
Communication: Dual band CDMA/EVDO (Rev. A upgradable); 802.11b/g; Bluetooth 2.0
Audio: ExtUSB headphone/headset jack
Battery: 1500 mAh replacable Lithium Ion cell
Input: QWERTY thumb keyboard; 5-way directional pad; application buttons; - 3-way jog wheel; touchscreen
Other: 2 megapixel camera

Apple iPhone

The Apple iPhone combines three products -- a mobile phone, a widescreen iPod with touch controls, and an Internet communications device with desktop-class email, web browsing, maps, and searching -- into one small and lightweight handheld device.

The iPhone also introduces an entirely new user interface based on a large multi-touch display and pioneering new software, letting users control everything with just their fingers.The screen size for this phone is 3.5 cm and weight 4.8 ounces.

Epson Stylus CX5500

This is the new all in one printer from Epson. What i like about this printer that it can print up to 5760 x 1440 dpi for their resolution.This printer also is Cost-efficient because it use Cost-efficient INKdividual™ cartridges.This printer also can be a scanner and scan directly to PC at resolutions of up to 600dpi.Print speed of this printer up to 25 pages per minute.Amazing print quality with EPSON DURABrite™ Ultra Ink.

Canon Pixma MP470

This new Photo All-In-One Inkjet Printers from Canon. This printer can print high resolution photos—up to 4800 x 1200 color dpi. Microscopic 2-picoliter sized color ink droplets produce finely detailed and sharp photos. It scannner produce beautiful scans with resolution of up to 2400 x 4800 color dpi. In just 46 seconds, you can produce a photo lab-quality 4" x 6" print. Using select genuine Canon inks and photo papers, you can create beautiful photos that last up to 100 years. Dual Color Gamut Processing Technology automatically optimizes quality based on the type of originals you are copying.

Overview

* Maximum 4800 x 1200 color dpi with microscopic droplets as small as 2 picoliters
* Borderless 4" x 6" photo in approx. 46 seconds
* Enhanced photo printing from memory cards, cameras and camera phones, with built-in 1.8" screen, no computer needed
* Faithful photo and document reprint quality with advanced copy technology
* New "Easy-PhotoPrint EX" software for a variety of beautiful prints

Features

* High Resolution: Precision ink nozzles create high resolution photos—up to 4800 x 1200 color dpi.1
* Fine detail: Microscopic 2-picoliter sized color ink droplets produce finely detailed and sharp photos.
* Superb Scans: Produce beautiful scans with resolution of up to 2400 x 4800 color dpi.
* Fast Photos: In just 47 seconds, you can produce a photo lab-quality 4" x 6" print.2
* Long-lasting Photos: Using select genuine Canon inks and photo papers, you can create beautiful photos that last up to 100 years.3
* Real-life photos: Canon print head technology helps to create real-life photos you'll be proud to share.
* Smart Copying: Dual Color Gamut Processing Technology automatically optimizes quality based on the type of originals you are copying.
* Copy/Scan thick originals: You can even copy or scan thick items that do not lie flat on the platen.
* Preview, then print: Before printing, preview and fine tune your images using the color LCD display.
* Click-Connect-Print: Just capture an image with a PictBridge-ready digital camera/DV camcorder, then connect and print!
* Faster Data: The USB 2.0 Interface enables the fastest possible image transfers and scanning speeds.4
* Print from compatible memory cards: The memory card slots let you print photos direct. No computer needed!
* Print Wirelessly: Print from a compatible Bluetooth device in another room, using our optional USB Bluetooth adapter.5

IMmini Portable Audio System

Just when you thought the inMotion™ portable audio system couldn’t get any smaller, iMmini comes along. This tiny, ultra-portable, battery-operated stereo system is the first powered audio system designed exclusively for the iPod mini. A highly efficient Class D amplifier powers four micro drivers to deliver a full spectrum of pure, distinct sound, while the revolutionary MaxxBass™ technology allows listeners to enjoy deep bass without lugging around a subwoofer. Best of all, connectivity is as easy as placing your iPod mini into the built-in dock.

* Crystal-clear sound - from four custom-designed neodymium Micro Drivers (2 x 25mm and 2 x 18mm)

* Surprisingly deep bass - Revolutionary MaxxBass® technology creates quality bass without a subwoofer

* Built-in Docking Station - provides same synchronization, data transfer, and recharging options as the iPod dock (cable not included)

* Extra long battery life - Highly efficient Class D amplifier delivers more than 24 hours of continuous playback with four AA batteries (not included)

* Auto Shut-Down

* Convenient secondary input jack - for connection with other audio devices, including laptops, older iPods, and other MP3 players (cable included)

* Lightweight Design - Folds to close at 10 ounces and 7" wide, 1" deep, and 4.4" high

* Elegant, integrated controls

XT1s

This is another speaker that design for laptop.Built-in laptop speakers are pretty underwhelming and that’s just a fact of life. Sure, they’re good for a beep here and ping there, but if you’ve ever tried to share your favorite song, watch a movie, or make a multimedia presentation using your laptop speakers, you know exactly what we mean. Introducing the Altec Lansing XT1S system. In addition to its thin, innovative design with removable stands, the XT1S delivers superb sound and surprisingly deep bass thanks to four full-range neodymium micro drivers and bass enhancement technology. And just like your laptop, the XT1S knows how to travel light. Because it’s USBpowered, there’s no need for a power supply and no batteries to forget. Plug it into your USB port, press play, and you’ll be listening to the best portable sound you’ve ever heard from a laptop. Pack it up in its deluxe carrying case, and you’re ready for your next trip.

* Slim, portable design – Flat panel, shielded satellites with removable stands pack easily and go anywhere.

* USB-Powered – Connects easily to laptops and desktops via retractable USB cable. No power supply needed!

* Big Sound for Laptops – Four specially engineered full-range neodymium micro drivers with aluminum cones smoothly deliver a full spectrum of pure, distinct sound with unprecedented signal accuracy.

* Quality Bass – Bass enhancement technology creates quality bass without a subwoofer.

* Deluxe Carry Case – Compartment bag included for your traveling convenience.

* Built-in Controls – Include power on/off and volume.

* Auxiliary Input Jack – Connect two different audio sources – your laptop and MP3 jukebox for example – at the same time.

XT2 2 Piece Laptop Speaker System

This is the speaker that suitable to be use by laptop.The thin, lightweight XT2 system delivers excellent sound that comes from four full-range neodymium micro drivers and bass enhancement technology. The XT2 can be powered by your laptop but comes with its own power supply for an optional audio boost. What's more, it's compatible with the BB2001 subwoofer, for those who really want thumping, full-bodied sound. Built-in metal stands keep the speakers upright in almost any setting. And the XT2's built-in microphone is perfect for Internet communications. Deluxe carrying case included.

* Full-range neodymium Micro Drivers deliver big sound in a small format

* Built-in microphone with automatic feedback cancellation facilitates VoIP and interactive gaming

* Connects easily to laptops and desktops via USB port. Or boost power with optional power supply

* Optional BB2001 subwoofer sold separately

* Deluxe carrying case included

Webcam with Telescope

Galileo is often credited with inventing the telescope, but you might be surprised to discover a Dutch lensmaker filed for a patent the year before Galileo created his "perspicillum." Actually, you might even find, 400 years previous, an English bishop wrote about using lenses to make distant things appear larger.
s a surveillance tool, webcams are awesome, but they're usually designed for close-up use - anything you want to see that's farther away than a few feet becomes tiny and pixelated. Finally, in 2007, somebody was smart enough to attach a 7x telescope to the end of a webcam. Now those distant things appear larger!

Product Features

* 7x18 telescope, 50mm to infinity manual focus
* 480k CMOS Sensor
* 800 x 600 maximum resolution
* 640 x 480 at 15fps, 320 x 240 at 60fps
* Windows 98, 2000, XP
* USB 1.1 and 2.0 compliant



You can get it from thinkgeek

TV-B-Gone

V-B-Gone, a small television remote that hangs on your keychain and turns off virtually any television with the press of button. "Now, what would be the purpose of such a device?" you may be asking yourself. Well, without revealing too much of our devious nature we can think of a few things. Imagine sports bars or annoying talking head shows that appear on monitors at the airport. Add to that your own creativity and we're pretty sure you'll come up with some ideas. All you need to do is press the button and keep pointing it at the TV until it turns off (which may take up to 69 seconds). The next 69 seconds will be spent quietly, or not so quietly, enjoying the perplexed expressions of the TV automatons.

The TV-B-Gone also has these great features.

* Turns off virtually any television
* Perfect for carrying on your keyring
* May take up to 69 seconds for the television to turn off (90% of televisions should turn off within 17 seconds)
* Range: 20 to 50 feet (7 to 17 m), depending on the make and model of the TV
* Contains 209 turn-off codes
* Regular Version works on TVs in US, Canada, Mexico, many Asian countries (European version also available!)
* Lithium batteries included (last about 3 months to one year depending on usage)
* Dimensions: 1.92" x 2.27" x .675"
* Weight: 26 grams with batteries
* European version is recommended for Australia

You can get it from thinkgeek