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Lexmark recently announced six new printer models in the Home & Student department, as well as the Small Office Pro department. Each of these printers are very nice, of high quality, and provide many services.

The first printer comes in the Home & Student series, and is called the X4950 printer. It comes with built-in 802.11g Wi-Fi, a 2.4-inch OLED screen, which shows menus, previews, and available options, it also scans and copies documents at a 4800 x 1200 resolution, outputs at 30 pages per minute in black, or 27 per minute in color. This printer is set to be available sometime in September for $150.

Next up we have the X6650, which comes with a slightly smaller display screen, measuring out at 2-inches, however, it comes with the ability to fax. Similarly to the X4950, it also has Wi-Fi. However, it prints at a slower rate, 25 pages per minute in black and 18 per minute in color.

The base unit in this series is the X5650, which comes with the same features as the X6650, but it doesn’t come with Wi-Fi. The X6650 will sell for $130, and the previously mentioned X5650 will retail for $100.

The next 3 printers are in the Office Pro series, and they are similar to the aforementioned printers, except they come with a few extra features. The X7675, is similar to the X4950, except it comes with Ethernet, faxing, and prints a bit faster at 32 pages per minute. It is set to cost $200.

The next printer, the X4975 loses the Ethernet and faxing support, but it can print on both sides, and only costs $180.

Last up we have the X6675, which prints a bit slower, at 25 pages per minute in black ink, and 18 in color. However, it does come with faxing and Wi Fi. The X6675 is set to retail for $150.

As you can see, each of these printers come with something unique, so it will be easy to choose the printer that fits your needs.

Via [Electronista]

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Capable of offering you Blu-ray disc recording, Hitachi DZBD7HA is a Hybrid Camcorder model. It comes with a built-in interactive guide to instruct you how to install this product. 2.7-inch Widescreen LCD View Finder and 16:9 Widescreen recording are some other advanced features of Hitachi DZBD7HA Camcorder.

Features

• 1-Touch Easy Dubbing.
• 8 cm BD-RE/-R/DVD Drive.
• High Resolution Image Processing LSI.
• 1-Second Quick Start.

Hitachi DZBD7HA Camcorder features 30GB HDD and 5.3 mega pixel ½.8-inch CMOS Image Sensor. It also allows users to select high definition video stored on the HDD to be transferred to standard definition DVD copies using its innovative transcoding function. It also incorporates Disc Navigation and a photo capture function.

Price and Availability

Hitachi DZBD7HA Camcorder is available at a price range of $ 749 - $ 1499.95.

Source: Hitachi

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One of my favorite blogs ev-ah is the fabulous Mimi Smartypants. But being a laid-back, non-techie type of lady, she refuses to admit she even has a blog (she prefers the term “online diary”) so it’s not too surprising that RSS has passed her by.

Since I became obsessed with Google Reader earlier this year, I’ve found it more and more of a hassle to have to call by her website every week and check for updates, so I was delighted to find out about a free service called Page 2 Rss, which is simple, brilliant, and… simply brilliant.

You just go to the site, add the URL of a website you want to keep an eye on, and Page 2 creates an RSS feed for the site which you can add to the feed reader of your choice. It couldn’t be easier to use, and I can vouch for the fact that it works really well. I’m impressed!

Via Geekbrief TV.

Here’s a new twist on your earbuds or cupped headphones - Air Drives, which clip over the ears but don’t actually go in the ear canals. Using a new technique called InAir, they transmit surprisingly good sound without damaging the listener’s hearing.

Frankly, I was a little skeptical because I’m very fussy about my audio experience and inseparable from my V-Modas, Shure’s and Bose earbuds with noise-cancelling technology, but after trying these out, I’m a convert. (To read more about the science behind this technology, check out this page on the site.)

Athletes are already using the Air Drives since they allow in ambient nosie - essential for joggers - and of course the nautral audience for these are kids,who haven’t yet damaged their hearing . (Too many concerts,standing side-stage, have pretty much blown it for me but I’d be glad not to get Tinnitus at this point.)

Panasonic has announced a couple of new cameras in its Lumix product line. One of these new cameras is the DMC-FX150 offering a 14.7-megapixel CCD sensor and a Leica branded 3.6x optical zoom lens with a 28mm wide angle. It is packed with a 2.7-inch LCD display in 230,000 dot resolution, a multi-area focus sytem with face detection and object tracking, and ISO sensitivity ranges from 100 to 1600 and shutter speeds that range from 1/2000 to 60 seconds.

In addition to all those features, Panasonic has also sprinkled the DMC-FX150 with a slew of camera technology features that would give photo enthusiasts an easy and pleasant time using the camera. These include image stabilization, automatic exposure control using intelligent multiple, center-weighted or spot metering. It also features nine white balance settings, and twenty five scene modes.

Aside from taking decent quality images, the DMC-FX150 can also capture high definition movies of up to 1280×720 pixel resolution, with sound. Just be prepared with your high-capacity media card though, as the camera uses the QuickTime Motion JPEG type video format which eats up huge amount of storage space.

Other features of the DMC-FX150 include SD/MultiMediaCards/SDHC media support, built-in 50MB internal memory, USB 2.0 connectivity, NTSC video output, high-def component video output, and it comes with a 1150mAh Lithium Ion battery that gives out 330 shots before re-charging.

This camera will be available sometime in August with a retail of around $400.

Via [Imaging Resource]

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It seems for Mike Arrington and the 560+ commenters that there is a desire in the market for a web tablet.  Arrington is proposing they build it as a project and bring it to market themselves in a bold bid to build traffic and a product that many seem to seek.

In truth, what they look to build is an inexpensive ($200) ipod touch.  My touch lives in my living room.  I use it to surf the net, play games and be connected whenever I feel like it.  The instant on, quick WiFi and fun operation make it a staple I am not sure I’d be happy living without at this point.

Arrington and his band of rioters want a big screened version.  OK, I can see how that would be fun, but building such a beast at $200 is going to be very difficult.  Another plus/minus is open source.  I don’t want to rain on his parade, but I’ve not been satisfied with open source projects.

What I do think is Apple will be jumping into this market with a student/web tablet.  They’ve the software platform, distribution model and even a store to buy add-ons and content from.  It is all slick and done.  All they need to do is build the hardware.  I see this coming at $599 to $799 range and it doing very, very well.  Perhaps September will bring some interesting things from Apple, really one of the only companies I could see doing this right.

How about you?

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Today, Garmin announced two new GPS units that are similar to each other called the Nuvi 500 and Nuvi 550. The interesting thing about these GPS units is that they are both capable of helping when driving, or when outdoors such as hiking. One of the main differences between the 500 and the 550 is that the 500 provides US only maps, while the 550 comes with maps of North America.

Both of these devices sport 3.5-inch screens, full street maps, waterproof touchscreens, as well as handy topology maps. It comes with a swift toggle system to switch between maps, and it also comes with a compass. The topology maps and the compass should both come in handy when outdoors. They also have support to load photos as well as sharing photos. It has something called Route 66 guide, which means it will display special POI’s or landmarks along highways.

Additionally, they come with the option to receive live traffic updates from Traffic Message Channel, or MSN Direct Information, for gas prices, traffic info, and other local information. These two GPS units are expected to start selling sometime in the near future. The 500 should sell for $500, and the 550 will cost the same.

Read [Garmin] [Garmin] Via [Electronista]

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For photography enthusiasts looking for a point-and-shoot that can provide a long-zoom feature, Panasonic’s new Lumix DMC-FZ28 might actually be the camera they are looking for. The DMC-FZ28 promises a 10.1 effective megapixel CCD sensor with image stabilization feature, a Leica branded 18x optical zoom lens that spans up to 27mm wide angle to a 486mm telephoto and a has a maximum aperture that ranges from f/2.8 to f/4.4. It also allows macro focusing up to one cm. at wide angle or one meter at Tele Macro mode. This camera also comes with a 2.7-inch LCD with display resolution of up to 230,000 dot, and a 0.2” electronic viewfinder.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 also boasts of face detection and object tracking feature with its multi-area autofocus system. It has a high ISO sensitivity of 100 to 1600, shutter speeds ranging from 1/2000 to 60 seconds. In addition, it has intelligent multiple, center-weighted and spot metering, nine white balance settings and 37 scene modes for users to take a gander on.

Aside from all those mentioned features, the DMC-FZ28 can also capture movies at 30fps with sound and you can store these movies into the camera’s SD or MultiMedia and SDHC cards. This is in addition to the camera’s built-in 50MB internal memory. The DMC-FZ28 also features USB 2.0 high-speed connectivity, NTSC video output, and high-def component video output.

This new Lumix camera will start shipping sometime in August with an suggested retail of around $400.

Via [Imaging Resource]

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You may look at this picture and wonder if the Virtual Pet is making a comeback, but it is actually something new altogether with the Jinsei Game Punchi.

Takara Tomy is releasing this electronic game to celebrate Jinsei, which we know as the game of Life. I’m sure all have you have at least heard of the game of Life, where you have to make money, get a house, have kids, all with that really odd spinner. In other words, it’s your life, but in game form to make it fun.

The Jinsei Game Puchi takes this game of Life to the next level as you must take 300 steps before the spinner will spin. There is a pedometer to measure the amount of steps of taken, but I suppose cheaters could just shake it.

In other words, this is a game of Life that you have to walk out! Just like life! Unlike life, the user interfaces with the game with something that is reminiscent of a tamagotchi, so you will live a virtual life in this virtual pet style of play.

I’m wondering if this Jinsei Game Punchi is just the beginning. Perhaps they will make a similar version of Monopoly that involves you walking around real properties, railroads, and utilities, spending real money.

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Designed especially for travelers, Casio EFA124D-2AV Watch enables you to see the most accurate time of the world cities. Incorporating all the advanced and innovative features and functionalities, Casio EFA124D-2AV Watch won’t ever let you lose track of time. Time is displayed in 12/24-hour formats on this elegant yet sophisticated watch.

Features

• Auto Calendar.
• 100 m Water Resistant.
• LED Light with Afterglow.
• Hourly Time Signal.

Casio EFA124D-2AV Watch also features a 1/100 second digital stopwatch. Casio EFA124D-2AV Watch works efficiently with SR927W x 2 batteries. Approximate battery life offered by these batteries is of 3 years. You can see time of 29 time zones meaning 48 cities with city codes on Casio EFA124D-2AV Watch.

Price and Availability

Casio EFA124D-2AV Watch is available at a price of $ 89.95.

Source: Casio

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