Dec 4, 2008

Wizzard Media announced today that video embedded on internet websites using the Wizzard Player can now be viewed on the iPhone(R) and iPod(R) Touch. Currently, Apple devices due to their lack of support cannot access most Flash video players. When visiting a video website using the iPhone, the screen appears blank where the video would normally be. Wizzard Media joins YouTube in supporting this feature and is extending its podcast advertising …
Oct 15, 2008

SanDisk today unveiled the Sansa® slotMusic™ Player, the easiest MP3 player for loading and listening to music on the go. The plug & play, portable music player was specially designed for use with the new slotMusic cards available today in the United States. In addition to the Sansa-branded player, SanDisk has created personalized, branded slotMusic players for popular artists such as Robin Thicke and ABBA. Both types of slotMusic Players …
Sep 16, 2008

Microsoft Corp. today released its much anticipated free software update that will bring new features to every Zune portable media player. Revealed last week, the new software will allow Zune users to wirelessly stream and download music from the Zune Marketplace store on the go; tag and purchase songs directly from the built-in FM radio; and tap into new, personalized music recommendations and programming. To allow customers to take full …
Jun 24, 2008

Starting today, convergence craving consumers across the United States can set their sights on the newest Nokia Nseries device to hit American store shelves, the Nokia N78. Combining advanced mobile features such as integrated A-GPS, a 3.2 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics and high-speed HSDPA connectivity on North American 850/1900 MHz networks, the Nokia N78 is perfect for enjoying new Nokia services such as Nokia Maps and …
Jun 19, 2008

It might be useful for Philips to come up with some better names for these tiny MP3 players, but the one critical advantage that they’ll have over the iPod shuffle is the inclusion of a rudimentary display. You won’t be able to watch any videos on that little thing, but the monochromatic display is perfect for telling you the name of the song, the battery level, and other useful details.
Ranging in storage from 2GB to 4GB, the …
Jun 17, 2008

AppleTV has been a hobby project for Apple and there is not doubt that there’s something big waiting to happen, but as usual, nobody really knows what’s the future for this little device, it could end up being an attempt to enter a market that Apple later could decide isn’t sustainable, cutting down the project.
AppleTV was suppose to be the internet tv, youtube for our digital TVs, but Apple has been adding features sooooo slooow that I …
Jun 17, 2008

HP today announced that HP MediaSmart Connect, a digital receiver that brings digital media from around the home or the Internet(1) to any HDTV, is now available for pre-order.
Whether digital videos, music and photos are stored on a notebook across the room or a desktop in a home office,(2) HP MediaSmart Connect can find and display them all in a single list on any HDTV.(3)
Additionally, the digital media receiver can connect people to a wealth of online …
Jun 4, 2008

Today Microsoft Corp. announced that a limited-edition Zune digital media player designed by Peter Saville will be made available to commemorate the DVD release of “Joy Division,” the critically acclaimed documentary. The film will come pre-loaded on a custom black Zune 80 player that is etched with an adaptation of Saville’s iconic artwork from Joy Division’s “Unknown Pleasures” album. Five hundred limited- edition players will be available for purchase June 17 for $399.99 through http://www.zune.net and http://www.zuneoriginals.net. …
May 28, 2008

Memorex today added two digital audio players to its stylish line of consumer electronics. The Memorex MMP8590 Digital Media Player and Memorex Clip & Play MP3 Player connect consumers to their favorite music with the ultimate in chic portability. Whether you’re looking for a full-size or compact music player, Memorex offers two fun and easy-to-use choices for enjoying media on the go.
“The MMP8590 Digital Media Player and the Memorex Clip & Play MP3 Player cover both ends …
May 26, 2008

Willcom expects to release its smartphone ‘Willcom 03(model: WSO20SH)’ supporting 1-Seg in Japan market. Running on Windows Mobile 6.1, the Willcom 03 adopts a 3-inch display with 480*800 resolution. Measuring 50*116*17.9mm at 135g, it supports 2M camera, micro SD card slot and Bluetooth connectivity.
It is expected to be available in June and suggested price is 63,120(JPY).
Via Avin.net – willcom-inc.com
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May 26, 2008

Bigbeam(www.bigbeam.co.kr) today launches its high-performance mp3 player ‘Ken I’ with the price tag of under $100 in Korea market.
Adopting a 3-inch wide LCD display, the Ken I supports a variety of audio formats such as mp3, FLAC and APE. Other features included photo/image viewer and voice recorder.
Suggested price is 79,000(KRW) for 4GB and 99,000(KRW) for 8GB.
Via Aving.net
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Desinformado.com is not recommending this product and is not …
May 22, 2008

Qualcomm MEMS Technologies at the SID 2008 Conference demonstrated the first reflective Interferometric Modulation (IMOD) color mirasol™ display, bringing unrivaled capabilities to the industry and into the hands of the mobile end user. This move is another step forward for Qualcomm MEMS Technologies and its phased approach to move mirasol displays into mainstream mobile devices.
The first 0.9-inch IMOD color mirasol display will be introduced by Freestyle Audio, creator of the world’s first and only waterproof, shockproof …
May 22, 2008

Zune is Microsoft failed attempt to stop the ipod from getting the whole Windows mp3 platform and a response to the ill-fated Playforsure initiative that let hung a large group of mp3 player makers, which couldn’t dent the ipod almost monopoly. Microsoft’s Zune has been a joke, selling only 2 millions in 2 years of existence while Apple sells more than 10 millions in 3 months.
Microsoft has been adding small features to the player and its social …
May 21, 2008

Apple TV has turned from a hobby project of Apple to a very solid option with the 2.0 release, but why Apple does not design a whole new TV Operating System?
An OS that give you more control of your watching experience, animation between channels, program bookmarks, review sharing, recommendation and On Demand information (weather, transit, wall street) via widgets. Ok, I know that there are channels that provide that kind of information, but you must spend …
May 20, 2008

To transform your low-fidelity mobile-phone audio into high-fidelity, stereophonic sound – wirelessly – Logitech (SWX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) today announced the Logitech® Pure-Fi Mobile™ speaker system. Soon you can be listening to your favorite tunes on your mobile phone – even when your phone is in your pocket.
“Millions of people now use a mobile phone to listen to music. If you’re one of those people, now you can toss your ear buds aside and pump up the …
May 20, 2008

The ipod and the iphone have proven to be the most sucessful duo, the ipod has taken the portable music industry by storm and now the iPhone is doing the same thing for the mobile industry, but Apple is not cashing or taking advantages totally in the marketing arena.
Here is the point:
The marketing behind the ipod was and is still excellent, trendsetting, joyful and has done its job, put the ipod everywhere in an entertainming manner, …
May 19, 2008

Apple is in talks some of the major music labels over a deal that would allow next-generation iPhone owners to purchase music tracks directly from the handset over cellular wireless networks, according to the New York Times.
Owners of the company’s first-generation iPhone can already accomplish this via a mobile version of the iTunes Store that resides on the handset, but they must be connected to the Internet via a high-speed WiFi connection to do so.
The arrival …
May 2, 2008

BenQ announces the launch of the BenQ C36 music phone, successor to the BenQ C30, with enhanced multimedia functionalities, upgraded 1.3-megapixel camera and a spacious 2” LCD display perfect for viewing photos and videos. The unique top key design brings direct access to FM radio, MP3 player and camera function faster, and easier with more ease and fun.
Weighing a mere 78g, the BenQ C36’s spacious 2” LCD display is perfect for viewing photos and videos. …
Apr 1, 2008

Ushering in the next generation of wireless broadband devices, Nokia (NYSE: NOK) today unveiled its newest Nseries device, the Nokia N810 Internet Tablet – WiMAX Edition, Nokia’s first device engineered to take advantage of new wide-area high-speed mobile WiMAX networks. This pocket-sized device lets consumers enjoy an open Internet experience, allowing for access to the full Internet without barriers, while on the go.
The Nokia N810 WiMAX Edition is the latest iteration of Nokia’s popular line …
Apr 1, 2008

Nokia today announced that SOURCE INTERLINK MEDIA(TM), a leading vertically integrated magazine publisher with more than 75 titles, has joined the global Nokia Media Network, a mobile advertising network comprised of blue-chip publishers, Tier 1 mobile operators and Nokia media properties. The Nokia Media Network’s wide reach of a global mobile audience is yielding click-through rates averaging 10 percent in certain channels
The collaboration will incorporate SOURCE INTERLINK MEDIA’s(TM) mobile Web properties, including MOTOR TREND® and …