SONY PS3 - WITH TV

The Sony PlayStation 3 makes no excuses about what it wants: your entire living room. Sony wants you to watch Blu-ray movies in between playing your PS3 games and streaming content to your PSP. Another piece of the puzzle has been announced at Leipzig, as Sony has unveiled a combination TV tuner and DVR for the PlayStation 3.

The device is called PlayTV, and it features two high-definition tuners, the ability to record television shows, and you can move those shows onto your PSP for viewing on the go. It's an intriguing product with a strong set of features, but unfortunately it will be a while before we see it in the US. While European television uses the Digital Video Broadcasting - Terrestrial (DVB-T) format, the US uses ATSC, which Sony is choosing not to support at the present time. Sony has not announced any official plans to bring PlayTV to this side of the Atlantic, but Sony's Phil Harrison confirmed told Kotaku that once terrestrial digital broadcasting comes to the US, Sony will be ready to take advantage of it. Sony is going to restrict itself to the European market while it waits for the US to adopt standards


The introduction of PlayTV really will extend the already broad entertainment credentials of PS3, and makes it an exceptionally attractive proposition for the whole family," "PS3 already provides High Definition gaming, Blu-ray Disc movies, music, video, photo album, web browsing and PLAYSTATION Network support. With the introduction of PlayTV's state of the art TV tuner and PVR functionality, PS3 is now the best choice of home entertainment hub for the whole family."

Transcend JetFlash 220 ::finger print reader

New Transcend JetFlash 220 series flash drives in India. JetFlash 220 series of USB Pen Drives from Transcend features biometric security to fight back against data theft and fingerprint recognition is the current weapon of choice. Transcend’s

JetFlash 220 features a unique sensor strip which allows users to access protected data by simply scanning their fingerprint.The JetFlash 220s fingerprint scanning technology not only makes it easy to safely store personal files and sensitive office documents, but also allows users to automatically log on to any website for which they have a registered account.

Transcend JetFlash 220 Features:
Fully USB 2.0 compliant for high speed data transfer
Advanced fingerprint recognition technology
AES 256-bit encryption technology
Easy Plug and Play installation
File Protection: Protect files on your computer with fingerprint security
Mobile Favorites: Access your Internet Explorer Favorites on other computers
Website Auto-Login: Automatically login to websites that require your login and password (Microsoft Internet Explorer only)
Repartition Tool: Adjust the size of the JetFlash drive’s Private and Public partition areas for storing data
Driverless operation (Windows 2000/XP/Vista)
USB powered. No external power source or battery needed
LED indicates data transfer activity
Two-year warranty
All the devices are USB 2.0 compliant for high speed data transfer and provide AES 256-bit encryption for secure file storage. The new drives come in a variety of colors
Transcend JetFlash 220
Capacity Color Price (Rs.)
2GB Sunburst Orange 3,000
4GB Royal Blue 4,000
8GB Ruby Red 6,000

icats car security

Maruti Udyog has introduce iCATs the immobilizer system across all its models to add security to its products. Though immobiliser is more common in western cars for the sake of cost in Indian immobiliser fails to find a place for a long time. Losing of cars increased proportionally to the increase in car population also stolen vehicle recovery ratio is very low in India. Hence security system is necessary for Indian cars though there is no regulation for making it mandatory.

How the system works
The device, called iCATs (intelligent Computerised Anti-Theft system) works on the principle of multiplexed communication. Under this system, a transponder - inbuilt into the car key - carries a unique electronic identification and a secret code that digitally communicates with the engine computer via a controller. If the secret code matches, the engine starts and in case of a mismatch, the electronic circuitry does not let the car to start, thereby preventing the car from being stolen.

impact on price..::::
The new device will increase the cost of all Maruti cars that drive out in the next few weeks and the company plans to pass on the hike to the prospective buyers and the hike will be in few thousands.

Security system in other Indian Cars:While Ford’s Ikon, all models of Toyota except the e grade cars, Hondas Civic and CR-V already have immobilizer fitted into it, the other anti-theft device called the keyless entry is present in Honda City and Accord and is optional in Toyota vehicles or the remote-centre locking as is present in Hyundai’s Verna, Sonata and Elantra.
But beware ‘no system is foolproof’ and park your car in safer place.
SOURCE:ECOTIMES

Intex MP3 player,pen drive and FM

The Intex MP3 player with pen drive and FM has smooth rounded edges and is easy to fit in the pocket. Its black attractive main housing with green, yellow, orange and red screen display accentuates its physical beauty further.
As an MP3 player, the device offers outstanding sound quality. The system’s control keys include volume, play, forward, reverse, search, replay, repeat, equalization and contrast. Intex said its MP3 player generates perfect sound clarification for Jazz, Classical, Pop, Rock and light toned music. Users can also record their voice with the support of an inbuilt microphone.
The USB connectivity and large storage capacities also make the device suitable for use as a pen drive. The multi-utility player comes packed with accessories including earphones and driver.
“After the success of DVD P-30 and DVD R-15 in the market, Intex is moving ahead in the entertainment electronics segment. The current launch of MP3 players exemplifies this. The product with its youthful charm has a utility for both music and technology enthusiasts falling in young and middle age categories. It is extremely useful for students and executives on travel, as it also has an inbuilt USB pen drive,” said Shailendra Jha, Product Manager, Intex Technologies (India) Ltd.
The Intex MP3 player with Pen Drive and FM is available right away for an MRP of Rs. 2,999/- and Rs. 3,800/- (for 512 MB and 1 GB models, respectively), and is packed with a one-year warranty.

MicroVehicle Black Box VBB-

Imagine getting an SMS saying, “Someone is attempting to break into your car? Or an e-mail warning you of a gas leak at home?
The Mumbai-based Micro Technologies has come up with products that help curb thefts and cautions users of impending accident warranting immediate attention through SMS, e-mail and also on the landline.
One of its products, MicroVehicle Black Box VBB, is an anti-theft security system that enables the user to detect any unauthorised access into his vehicle. “Micro VBB uses various sensors to detect smoke or events such as forcible intrusion. It is also proactive in enabling the vehicle owner to exercise control over his vehicle till it is traced,” said Dr P. Sekhar, Chairman and Managing Director, Micro Technologies.
In case of a theft, the user has to send commands in a prescribed format via SMS to a particular number. Once the SMS reaches the system, it immobilises the car engine and locks the doors. Apart from messaging as a mode of intimation during incidents such as intrusion, smoke detection or gas leakage, the system is also incorporated with audio effects such as a siren.”
Over 2,000 private car-owners, including corporate customers are currently using this remote activated device

Google G-Phone

Google has created a prototype cellphone (GPhone?) and the company plans to give free subscriptions to consumers by bundling ads with its search engine, Web browser apps and Gmail.
Search engine giant Google is in the works of coming up with a mobile phone by early 2008, through which its users will be able to surf the web while on-the-move.
Google’s is crossing fingers that it’s ‘GPhone” will be as well-known as Apple’s iPhoneSeveral Google services such as search engine, e-mail and interactive maps, will be loaded on to the forthcoming GPhone.
Google services, such as its search engine, e-mail and interactive maps, will be loaded on to the phone. It is thought Google will derive its revenue from the lucrative mobile advertising market. Google branded cell phone summary::
1)Google has a prototype cell phone they are shopping
2) The phone has a keyboard
3)US carriers don’t seem to like to work with Google
4) European carriers are being more open minded
5) Mobile ads will cost more than ads on a PC according to Google CEI Eric Schmidt
6) As google moves more into the cell phone space there will be potential conflicts of interest among those service as advisors to Google and Apple At present, the Mountain View, California-based company is showing the prototype to mobile phone manufacturers and network operators while it is polishing up technical specifications to provide a mobile web browsing experience that is superior to current software, stated a report in Wall Street Journal. Google has apparently penned a deal with a Taiwanese firm to design the phone. The Journal further suggests that Google intends offering free mobile subscriptions, subsidized by ads in search results and software applications.

The Telegraph cited Eric Schmidt, Google’s CEO, stating that mobile phone adverts are “twice as profitable or more than non-mobile phone ads because they are more personal”. Research a telecoms analyst; has predicted that the market for mobile advertising will be worth over $5.4 billion a year in the next four years, i.e., by 2011.

Tata, Samsung Dual SIM phone

Tata Teleservices and Samsung Telecommunications on Friday unveiled India's first touch screen based Dual SIM smart world phone, Samsung Duo.

The Dual SIM phones contain 2 SIM slots, unlike normal phones, which have only one.

Samsung Duo packs in features like 2.2” TFT touch screen, 1.3 mega pixel camera, Micro SD Card Slot, MP3/ AAC+ player with A2DP Bluetooth support.

On the software front, the handset packs in handwriting recognition, file viewer, sketch memo, organiser and India specific applications like Indian calendar, Hinglish, cricket scorer.

The handset supports data speeds at 153kbps on Tata Indicom network. The handset is priced at Rs 11,999.

SPICE DUAL Phone

SPICE DUAL Phone--Inbuilt with the option of two SIM cards the Spice Dual is a technological first from Spice Mobile in the Indian market.India has been witnessing a steady growth in the mobile phone market and every year millions of new subscribers adds to this growing trend. From a family with one landline connection connected to the world till a few years back, today a typical Indian household will have a mobile phone for each member of the family including their support staff. And if one handset per person was not enough, increasingly many are toting around two phones, one for work and one for private use nowadays.

Riding on this growing trend Spice Mobile has introduced the SPICE DUAL Phone. The Spice Dual comes with two variants – D-88 which supports both GSM + CDMA active connections at the same time and Spice Dual D-80, which supports two GSM + GSM active connections. Utility and convenience personified, SPICE DUAL enables the user to make or receive calls from any SIM at anytime as well as receive and send SMS. The phone is targeted to all who have two cell phone numbers and have been looking for a convenience of carrying just one phone.

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Kunal Ahooja, CEO, Spice Mobile Limited, said, “We as a company have a vision to be amongst the top five key handset players in the Indian market. In the past two years since we introduced our brand in India, Spice Mobile has achieved steady growth and has gradually built a footprint across the country. We understand the pulse of the market and are in sync with the changing trends and demand. The introduction of the Dual Phone is not only an indication of Spice’s belief in providing “more value” to consumers but also a commitment to bring forth technologically innovative products. The market scenario also prompted us to introduce the Dual Phone. It is estimated that around 8 per cent of mobile phone subscribers already owns two numbers and we do foresee this trend to grow as we move along. Moving forward, as a company whose mantra lies in being innovative we plan to introduce the ‘Movie Phone” with in-built DVD player and a sub 1000/- people’s phone soon.”

Aesthetic looks, sleek and slim the Spice Dual is attractively designed. Switching from one connection to the other is as easy as just pressing a button and the phone provides four basic operation modes GSM and CDMA dual; CDMA and GSM dual; CDMA only and lastly GSM only. Apart from its Dual facility, the handset also has a 1.3 Mega pixel Camera, which is capable of capturing High Quality Images, Special integrated Music & Video Player, Video Recording & Playing, 262000 TFT and a 2-inch vibrant Color screen, Expandable Memory. What more the phone comes in-built with a 256 MB memory card.

Priced at Rs. 9849/- (MRP), the D-88 is surely to excite the customers. So its time now to live two lives…personal and official. Manage two personalities and be a winner in the long race!!!! The D-80 (GSM+GSM) will hit the markets shortly.