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August 31, 2007
The feature-packed Sony KDS-R60XBR2 is a pricey piece of equipment. Yet, with its full features and performance, there is no doubt that this TV is one of the best in the market. The televisions has Sony's SXRD light engine, which provides full 1,920x1,080 (aka 1080p) native resolution, and ...
Sony KDS-R60XBR2 LCD TV
by Franz BicarThe feature-packed Sony KDS-R60XBR2 is a pricey piece of equipment. Yet, with its full features and performance, there is no doubt that this TV is one of the best in the market. The televisions has Sony's SXRD light engine, which provides full 1,920x1,080 (aka 1080p) native resolution, and ...Mahanagar becomes first Indian telco to provide VoIP
by Jan HarrisMahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL), India's state-controlled telco, has entered the VoIP market, becoming the first landline carrier in India to provide the service. The company is offering competitive international long distance rates, some of which are cheaper than those charged by Skype. The new service, which MTNL provides in partnership with Verso Technologies, Inc and Aksh Optifibre Ltd, is available to ...
August 30, 2007
The Sharp LC52D92U LCD HDTV brings a whole new world of brilliant definition and crispness to flat panel television. The LC52D92U is a technological marvel that incorporates Full 1080p HD resolution, 4ms response time and 120Hz frame rate conversion for the clearest picture possible.
In a world where color ...
Sharp LC52D92U LCD HDTV
by Franz BicarThe Sharp LC52D92U LCD HDTV brings a whole new world of brilliant definition and crispness to flat panel television. The LC52D92U is a technological marvel that incorporates Full 1080p HD resolution, 4ms response time and 120Hz frame rate conversion for the clearest picture possible.
In a world where color ...
August 29, 2007
Pub group Regent Inns has installed a new VoIP system across its 100 UK sites. The group owns pub chains Walkabout, Old Orleans and Jongleurs. The company has installed a hosted VoIP service which can utilise existing broadband data connections. The service provides Regent Inns' employees with web-based conference calling and location-wide paging. This rings all the phones in an enabled ...
Regent Inns adopts VoIP
by Jan HarrisPub group Regent Inns has installed a new VoIP system across its 100 UK sites. The group owns pub chains Walkabout, Old Orleans and Jongleurs. The company has installed a hosted VoIP service which can utilise existing broadband data connections. The service provides Regent Inns' employees with web-based conference calling and location-wide paging. This rings all the phones in an enabled ...
ViewSonic N3251w 32" LCD TV
by Franz Bicar
The N3251w is ViewSonic's newest entry into the 32" LCD TV market. The set is relatively inexpensive, has an excellent aspect-ratio mode selection, and a solid off-angle viewing combined with PC input. This LCD HDTV display rewards you with stunning high-definition images, whether you're using it as a ...Vizio GV42L LCD HDTV
by Franz Bicar
The Vizio GV42L HDTV is one of the least expensive 42-inch LCDs out there, but its default color quality could give buyers second thoughts. Weighing in at 73.5 pounds and measuring 29.8 by 42.3 by 11.4 inches (HWD) with its stand attached, the GV42L slims down to 4.3 ...Tiscali and JumpTV announce major UK IPTV deal
by Brian TurnerTiscali and JumpTV have announced a deal that will see the broadband provider soon deliver IPTV from across the world to the UK. JumpTV will provide video player software on the Tiscali UK portal, in the entertainment section. Tiscali broadband customers will then be able to access IPTV from 70 countries, including Jamaica and Bangladesh. It marks an aggressive expansion by Tiscali to ...
Orca launches WebTV for Blockbuster Israel
by Brian TurnerOrca Interactive Ltd has announced that is to provide a combined IPTV and WebTV solution for Blockbuster Israel. The service will allow subscribers to download digital content over PCs by the end of the year. Based on Orca Interactive’s RiGHTv middleware platform, the combined IPTV and WebTV solution supports both managed and unmanaged environments. IPTV service providers will also be able to broaden ...
Apple launches UK IPTV
by Brian TurnerApple TV has been launched in the UK, with over 28 series available to download via Apple's iTunes store. The move comes two years after Apple TV was launched in the USA, with mixed results, due to the relative immaturity of the video download market compared with the music download market. While at present there is little programming originating from the UK, ...
August 28, 2007
Syntax's newest offering to the highly competitive LCD market is the Olevia LT42Hvi. The sleek stylishly designed HDTV features a 1366 x 768 native resolution and sports all of the features that you would expect with today's LCD televisions. The Syntax Olevia LT42HVI is a 42-inch, liquid crystal ...
Syntax Olevia LT42HVI LCD TV
by Franz BicarSyntax's newest offering to the highly competitive LCD market is the Olevia LT42Hvi. The sleek stylishly designed HDTV features a 1366 x 768 native resolution and sports all of the features that you would expect with today's LCD televisions. The Syntax Olevia LT42HVI is a 42-inch, liquid crystal ...Dell 42-inch W4201C Plasma TV
by Franz Bicar
Dell, a well-known manufacturer in the PC computer field, is delving into the consumer electronics market with a new Plasma TV, the Dell 42-inch W4201C Plasma TV. This high-definition plasma TV delivers a wide aspect, high-definition resolution giving you life-like picture quality. Offering a high definition resolution of ...BT partners with Sony to provide VoIP on PlayStations
by Jan HarrisBT Group Plc and Sony Corp will launch Go!Messenger wireless software in January 2008, that will enable video and voice calls on Sony's PlayStation Portable (PSP) handheld game player. Users of the PSP will also be able to send instant messages via the device. The software will connect to any broadband wireless Internet point using VoIP Internet telephony. BT, which is Sony's ...
August 27, 2007
Snom Technology AG, a German manufacturer of VoIP telephones, has launched an Interoperability and Technology Partner Programme. The programme will offer customers, and trade and installation partners simple, complete VoIP solutions. The scheme, which is mainly internet based, will help partners identify suitable products to suit their needs, whether this is specific technology or an open system. It will also deal with compatibility ...
Snom launches partner programme for VoIP
by Jan HarrisSnom Technology AG, a German manufacturer of VoIP telephones, has launched an Interoperability and Technology Partner Programme. The programme will offer customers, and trade and installation partners simple, complete VoIP solutions. The scheme, which is mainly internet based, will help partners identify suitable products to suit their needs, whether this is specific technology or an open system. It will also deal with compatibility ...
Toshiba REGZA 32C3030D LCD TV
by Franz Bicar
Toshiba has been a household name when it comes to electronic appliances. Although they are one of the premier manufacturer of electronic devices, they came virtually late when it comes to the HDTV market. However, with the 32-inch Toshiba REGZA 32C3030D, all these things might change. The set ...Sony MFM-HT205 Monitor/TV
by Franz Bicar
The Sony MFM-HT205 has a handsome, easel-like, brushed-aluminum bezel design that looks much like a luxury-model entertainment monitor than a high-definition TV. Sony's latest TFT monitor, the MFM-HT205, is pitched in as an all-in-one solution for both PC and TV use. It has component, composite, and S-Video connections ...
August 25, 2007
Mobile VoIP provider, WiFiMobile, has improved its international calling service for users in the US and UK. The company has addressed the issue that free VoIP calls on a Nokia device can only be made when the user is in range of a Wi-Fi access point, or through an unlimited data plan. WiFiMobile's customers in the US and UK can now call ...
WiFiMobile provides international GSM calls at local rates
by Jan HarrisMobile VoIP provider, WiFiMobile, has improved its international calling service for users in the US and UK. The company has addressed the issue that free VoIP calls on a Nokia device can only be made when the user is in range of a Wi-Fi access point, or through an unlimited data plan. WiFiMobile's customers in the US and UK can now call ...
August 24, 2007
Pioneer plasma display panels have proven their worth in a wide variety of professional and public display applications, and the PDP-505CMX offers an even higher level of quality than previous models. The PDP-505CMX is based on their 5th generation "glass," which can also be found in the Pioneer ...
Pioneer PDP-5050HD Plasma TV
by Franz BicarPioneer plasma display panels have proven their worth in a wide variety of professional and public display applications, and the PDP-505CMX offers an even higher level of quality than previous models. The PDP-505CMX is based on their 5th generation "glass," which can also be found in the Pioneer ...Norcent LT-3250 LCD TV
by Franz Bicar
Norcent won't ring any bells when it comes to televisions, but with its LT-3250, the Norcent brand name may become synonymous with top of the line high-definition television. The Norcent LT-3250 LCD TV gives users rich and vibrant colors with its high-definition image reproduction. The more you use ...Traditional telephone companies could be replaced by VoIP
by Lin FreestoneIt has been suggested by the Communications Management Association that the days of the traditional telephone companies are coming to an end as voice over internet protocol (VoIP) is putting an end to their long dominance of communications. Some organisations may be cautious of making the jump to VoIP, perhaps wanting assurances that they will still have rapid response times to ...
Is VoIP reliable for small businesses?
by Lin FreestoneThe recent 48 hour outage of Skype has underlined the fact that many small businesses may not want to cut off their traditional phone services just yet. Many experts agree that it's risky for small businesses to rely too heavily on services that use voice over IP technology that leverages the public internet, for the simple reason that the public ...
August 23, 2007
The Bangladeshi government has announced that it will sell VoIP licences to private operators in an auction in October 2007. The telecoms authorities in Bangladesh have reported that the government has approved the International Long Distance Telecommunication Services Policy 2007. The first stage of the policy involves international gateways hooked up to submarine cable and interconnection exchanges. The second stage will have ...
Bangladesh to licence VoIP provision
by Lin FreestoneThe Bangladeshi government has announced that it will sell VoIP licences to private operators in an auction in October 2007. The telecoms authorities in Bangladesh have reported that the government has approved the International Long Distance Telecommunication Services Policy 2007. The first stage of the policy involves international gateways hooked up to submarine cable and interconnection exchanges. The second stage will have ...
UK launch for BlackBerry Curve 8310
by Janet Harris
The BlackBerry Curve 8310, launched recently by Vodafone and RIM in Germany, should soon be coming to the UK.
The model is similar to 8300 Curve, but with the addition of built-in GPS navigation and mapping features.
The Curve 8310 features a metallic finish and a full QWERTY keyboard. It also has ...3 UK provides HSDPA connectivity via USB modem
by Jan Harris3UK is launching a new mobile broadband service for UK customers offering download speeds of up to 2.8Mbps via HSDPA connectivity. 3's new 'Turbo' network will allow its customers to browse the internet on a laptop via a unique USB modem. The company hopes the service will extend mobile broadband from the business community to all its mobile customers, giving them fast ...
Ofcom releases annual communications market report
by Jan HarrisOfcom has released its annual yearly Communications Market report, which covers fixed and mobile telecoms, TV, radio and Internet use in the UK during 2006. Highlights from the 332 page report include the following average daily usages of communications technologies: • the amount of time people spend watching TV has dropped 4% from 2005, to 3 hours 36 minutes a day, • radio usage fell ...
Exterity launches idaptor TriplePlay receiver
by Janet HarrisIPTV networking company Exterity has lauched idaptor, a new TriplePlay receiver which delivers and receives internet, TV and telephony to any end point across a local area network. The idaptor is designed for use by hotels, educational facilities and large companies who wish to connect existing TVs and displays to their network infrastructure to provide TriplePlay services. The idaptor simply plugs into ...
Panasonic launches world's first LIFI HDTV
by Janet Harris
Panasonic is distributing a new line of High Definition LCD Rear Projection Display TVs featuring LIFI technology.
Panasonic's LIFI HD range includes the LCZ and LCX series.
The LCZ series comes in 61-inch, 56-inch and 50-inch screen sizes, featuring 1080p resolution. They have a glossy black finish with a new floating panel design.
The ...EMC announces VoIP monitoring software
by Jan HarrisInfrastructure systems company EMC has launched Smarts VOIP Performance Manager and Smarts VOIP Performance Reporter to help companies manage their IP telephony system. The software allows companies to monitor, diagnose, and report on their VoIP system, with Performance Manager providing real-time data, while Performance Manager carries out data analysis. The package provides alerts on issues that could affect IP telephony services, including ...
Improved Packet8 VoIP service from 8×8
by Lin Freestone8x8, Inc., originator of the Packet8 Broadband Phone Service, has announced several improvements to its Packet8 VoIP services. In particular, the Packet8 Freedom Unlimited residential calling service has been expanded to include unlimited calls to regular, non-mobile numbers in locations such as France, Italy, Spain, the UK, Puerto Rico, Guam and the US Virgin Islands, in addition to unlimited calls to ...
New US player in IPTV sector offering no-cost access
by Lin FreestoneA relatively new IPTV service in the United States is offering completely no-cost access to more then 500 television channels using an ad-based model to provide viewers with content, and broadcasters with viewers. FreeTube is offering a variety of free Internet Television Channels using IP streaming technology. The website, which currently lists more then 500 channels, has been cited as a ...
Samsung 50-inch FPT5084 Plasma HDTV
by Franz Bicar
Samsung's 50-inch FPT5084 offers full HD 1080p resolution. It features a lot of good stuff that has been a staple in Samsung Televisions. The set is equipped with 18-bit processing so users will enjoy dazzling colors, a 15,000:1 contrast ratio to reveal the deepest blacks, the whitest whites, and ...JVC's LT42E488 42" LCD Television
by Franz Bicar
JVC's LT42E488 42" LCD television, with stylish cosmetics, takes into consideration every feature the demanding digital customer is looking for now and for the future. It offers a 1200:1 contrast ratio, 500 cd/m2 and a 178 Degree Viewing. This units connectivity takes into consideration todays digital world and ...
August 22, 2007
Qstik has launched an affordable Bluetooth USB Dongle which lets you connect a non-Bluetoothed PC or laptop with other Bluetooth enabled devices, including mobile phones, cameras, headsets, printers and GPS receivers. The dongle features A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) and AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile) compliancy, which promises optimal quality of stereo streaming, making the device ideal for streaming music to ...
Qstik announces affordable Bluetooth USB Dongle
by Jan HarrisQstik has launched an affordable Bluetooth USB Dongle which lets you connect a non-Bluetoothed PC or laptop with other Bluetooth enabled devices, including mobile phones, cameras, headsets, printers and GPS receivers. The dongle features A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) and AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile) compliancy, which promises optimal quality of stereo streaming, making the device ideal for streaming music to ...
Micron announces 3G video-phone calling technology
by Janet Harris
Semiconductor manufacturer, Micron Technology, Inc, has designed a Mobile Industry Processor Interface (MIPI) standard-compliant receiver into one of its new mobile imaging sensors. The innovation should help to advance 3G video-phone calling.
The receiver allows the image signal processor (ISP) embedded in the primary camera's sensor to be repurposed as the ISP ...VoIP.co.uk cuts users off due to technical issues
by Jan HarrisSkype isn't the only VoIP company to be experiencing difficulties this week. IP telephony service VoIP.co.uk experienced a technical problem on Monday, leaving users unable to place calls outside the company's network, although subscribers were still able to make calls to other VoIP.co.uk subscribers. The company experienced a problem with passing traffic, which was resolved with the working day. It is believed that ...
Philips to launch 32-inch LCD with Perfect Pixel HD
by Janet Harris
Philips is planning to launch the 32PFL9632D LCD HDTV in Europe.
The 32 inch LCD features Perfect Pixel HDs technology which guarantees the best image quality from all sources.
The model also features an integrated DVB-T tuner, WXGA resolution, 100Hz Clear LCD technology, three-millisecond response time, two-channel active Ambilight, a ...Sharp announces thinnest and lightest LCD TVs
by Janet Harris
Sharp Corp claims to have developed the world's thinnest and lightest LCD TVs, with enhanced picture quality.
Sharp's prototype 52-inch liquid-crystal display TV is just 20mm thick, a significant size reduction compared with the company's conventional 52-inch LCD TV, which measures 81mm in thickness.
The prototype is also much lighter than a ...BT Vision selects DS2 chips for IPTV service
by Janet HarrisBT Vision has selected DS2 to supply Universal Powerline Association (UPA) chips to enable the self-installation option of its IPTV service. DS2 is a leading supplier of UPA powerline products, which were selected by BT Vision because of their ability to process at a maximum gross speed of 200Mbps and provide high quality IPTV viewing capabilities. The DS2 solution enables the design ...
16,000 sign petition to extend iPlayer
by Janet HarrisAn e-petition about the BBC's iPlayer, on the 10 Downing Street Web site, has been signed by over 16,000 people. The petition calls for the Prime Minister to ask the BBC to develop an iPlayer for non-Windows platforms. iPlayer, the BBC's online TV on demand service, was downloaded over 120,000 times in just one week after the beta version was launched on ...
DS2 leads the US supply of Powerline Technology solutions
by Lin FreestoneDS2, the Spanish-based world-leading provider of powerline chipsets, has confirmed that shipments to the US of its 200 Mbps chipset increased by 229% during the first half of 2007. In general the Powerline market is growing at a rate of 100% per annum, while growth in other home networking technologies has stagnated. The increases were reported in research findings from the ...
VoIP enhancements from Verizon’s business unit
by Lin FreestoneThe Business Unit of Verizon Communications is to launch a VoIP service for customers of its Hosted IP Centrex package that will give users access to new features like text messaging and calendar synchronization. The package allows users to access voice e-mail, control incoming and outgoing calls, manage their online presence, send text messages, and synchronize contacts and calendars. Verizon Business' ...
Optibase encoder system chosen by ZTE in China
by Lin FreestoneZTE Corporation, a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions in China, has formed a strategic alliance for the provision of integrated TV over IP services. ZTE selected Optibase's Media Gateway platforms to provide advanced MPEG-4/H.264 encoding and streaming solutions as part of its IPTV offering. Optibase's MGW IPTV platforms were selected by ZTE for their high-quality standards and ...
Toshiba 42X3030D HDTV
by Franz Bicar
Toshiba has always been a trusted and well-respected electornics manufacturer. May it be their laptop, mobile phones or TV's, Toshiba always brings out the best. Particularly, Toshiba has always been a popular brand among LCD TV buyers. Toshiba is now offering the Regza Toshiba 42X3030D. On this set, ...
August 21, 2007
IPTV company Narrowstep Inc has launched MTBcut, an Internet TV channel dedicated to mountain biking, based on Narrowstep’s Internet TV platform 'telvOS'. The channel aims to bring high quality programming to mountain bike fans interested in downhill racing, free ride and dirt jumping. It will feature mountain bike footage, rider bios, interviews and live coverage of race events from all over the ...
Narrowstep and MTBcut launch mountain bike channel
by Janet HarrisIPTV company Narrowstep Inc has launched MTBcut, an Internet TV channel dedicated to mountain biking, based on Narrowstep’s Internet TV platform 'telvOS'. The channel aims to bring high quality programming to mountain bike fans interested in downhill racing, free ride and dirt jumping. It will feature mountain bike footage, rider bios, interviews and live coverage of race events from all over the ...
Inuk and Accedo partner for Freewire games service
by Janet HarrisInuk Networks has entered into a partnership with Swedish company Accedo Broadband, to launch a package of games and interactive services on Inuk’s Freewire IPTV platform. The new service will be built on Accedo’s 'Funspot' games platform. A number of games will initially be offered free of charge in the next month or so, with additional premium interactive content added later. Accedo will ...
LG to demo 5.1 million pixel camera phone at IFA
by Janet Harris
LG Electronics will demonstrate its 'Viewty' 5.1 million pixel camera phone at IFA 2007, which will be held in Berlin from August 31 to September 5, prior to the phone's launch in Europe in October.
The 5.1 million pixel camera is equipped with Schneider-Kreuznach optics, both manual and ...New VoIP network monitor from NetQoS
by Lin FreestoneNetQoS, a Texas-based software and services company, has launched a VoIP monitor to help organisations gauge how well VoIP systems are delivering end-user services and pinpoint the network causes of quality issues. By adding call setup and call quality metrics to its existing VoIP management capabilities within the NetQoS Performance Centre, NetQoS now offers the most comprehensive performance monitoring solution for ...
Flash Padlock USB 2.0 drives from Corsair
by Jan HarrisCorsair Inc has launched a range of Flash Padlock USB 2.0 drives. The affordable drives are designed to ensure the security of data while on the move and feature auto-locking for automatic data protection. Auto-locking eliminates the need for the user to remember to activate the feature - the Flash Padlock drives will automatically lock when they are removed from the computer. The ...
Philips 42PFL7662D LCD TV
by Franz Bicar
Philips once again invites everyone to the world of high definition television with their 42PFL7662D Full HD television. The set comes in with a 1920 x 1080 resolution and a contrast rate of 5000:1 to display deep blacks and bright colours on its 42-inch screen.
The Philips 42PFL7662D is ...Sony KDLW2000 HDTV
by Franz Bicar
Sony just got bigger with specially with their Bravia models. This is all thanks to favourable reviews and some widely discussed TV advertising. With a slogan like "Colour like.no.other", the multi-award-winning BRAVIA is Sony’s brand in marketing its high-definition LCD TVs. Sony is slowly catching up and is ...EMC unveils comprehensive solutions for IP telephony management
by Lin FreestoneEMC, the world's leading developer and provider of information infrastructure technology and solutions, is broadening its VoIP horizons with the release of new performance tracking and reporting capabilities for VoIP devices. EMC has licensed Integrated Research's Prognosis technology for use in its EMC Smarts VoIP Performance Manager and Performance Reporter products. Denver-based Integrated Research is a leader in VoIP management technology. EMC ...
