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by Darren Murph, posted Jun 5th 2008 at 10:14AM
We’re still struggling to see if this is just a PR push or if QNAP is really introducing something new here, but whatever the case, it’s using Computex to announce a “new” P2P download engine in cooperation with BitTorrent. Said engine will be embedded within its TS-109 II, TS-209 II, and TS-409, and it should enhance download performance as well as add support for DHT / TCP / UDP tracker protocols. Beyond all that, the firm is kicking out an all new Turbo NAS: the 1U rack-mountable US-409U. The unit is based on a Linux-embedded system and includes a 500MHz SoC CPU, 512MB of DDR2 RAM, four hot-swappable bays, online RAID capacity expansion and RAID 0/1/5/6/5+spare disk redundancy support. Regrettably, QNAP didn’t pass along any information in regard to pricing / availability.

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by Donald Melanson, posted Jun 5th 2008 at 4:36PM
Audi is certainly no stranger to cramming some less-than-common technology into its vehicles, and it looks like its new Q5 compact crossover vehicle is no exception, with it set to roll out of the factory later this year with some NVIDIA-powered graphics. That comes in the form of the vehicle’s Harman/Becker-designed MMI (Multi-Media Interface) “3G infotainment system,” which relies on an unspecified NVIDIA graphics processor to provide smooth map transitions, along with photorealistic depictions of points of interest and other eye candy. As if that wasn’t enough, the vehicle’s in-dash system will also boast support for external USB storage media, built-in Bluetooth, satellite radio, and even a SIM card slot that’ll effectively turn it into a quad-band GSM cellphone.

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These humorous little speakers use little chat bubbles to emit sound.  Making the design seem much more witty and chic than my normal computer speakers.  All they do is sit there, they don’t even look cool.  I’m going to have to hang my head in shame now.  All these novelty speakers are making me look entirely too normal.  My keyboard glows though, that’s cool right?  Three different colors too, I don’t need interesting speakers.  No, I have a glowing keyboard.

Alright fine, these speakers are much cooler than even my glowing keyboard.  They probably would be more expensive too if it weren’t for the fact that they are still a concept design.  It was designed by designer Sherwood Forlee, who I will have thank later for making all of my gadgets look dull.  These would look especially sleek sitting on either side of a Mac monitor.  Especially with the white lining on the outside.  Then again snazzy speakers such of these would look great with even the most sad of computers.  Hopefully this little concept design will eventually get put onto the shelves at some point.

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by Darren Murph, posted Jun 5th 2008 at 9:26AM
Coincidence is a funny beast, is it not? On the very same day, releases have been put out touching on both of the major navigation deals that have long since been pending. To kick things off, we’ve got TomTom and Tele Atlas in quite the celebratory mood, as TomTom intends for Tele Atlas’ listing on Euronext Amsterdam and on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange “to be terminated as soon as legally possible.” Can’t blame a brother for wanting what’s his, right? Moving on, we’re hearing that Nokia will receive clearance from EU regulators “to buy digital map supplier NAVTEQ, as no formal charges are to be levied against the deal.” It’s also noted that the time for sending a statement of objections has passed, so from the outside looking in, it seems the two can at least move forward with their plans.

[Via Washington Post]

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Unlike the recently released Xacti DMX-CA camcorder, the HD1010 is not waterproof. However it certainly is packed with powerful features that you wouldn’t expect a tiny gadget such as this one to have.

Boasting of a 4-megapixel camera with 10x optical zoom, the Xacti HD1010 combines both the functionality of a digital camera and a digital camcorder offering up an advanced, next-generation video performance and high quality stills in one small, lightweight camera. The Xacti HD1010 can record both 1080i HD-video and take 4-megapixel digital still images.

Other features of this new camcorder include a 2.7-inch LCD display, 10x optical zoom, video and still image stabilization, sequential shooting, face detection on still images of up to 12 faces, face chases “video” of up to 12 faces. This camcorder also features a high quality audio recording, wind roar and red eye reduction, webcam functionality, support for SDHC cards and 40MB of internal memory.

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Make a smart move with the new HTC 5800 Bell Smart cell phone. Offering you an instant access to Internet, contacts, tasks, music and what not, the Bell Cell Phone is a sleek device that is easy-to-use in everyday life. Sporting a stylish design, it can be easily tossed in purse or in pocket. So, make life easy in the busy routine with the powerful yet sleek and compact HTC 5800 Bell Cell Phone.

Features

• Clear, crisp voice quality.
• Download documents and surf the Net quickly.
• Dual keypads for typing messages and dialing phone numbers with ease.
• View and edit Microsoft Word and Excel files and view PowerPoint Mobile files as well as PDF documents.

The HTC 5800 (Bell) lets you take and share high-resolution photos. Moreover, using a microSD memory card lets you store hundreds of documents, videos, songs and pictures on HTC 5800 Bell Cell Phone. It comes with the desktop familiarity and intuitive navigation with Windows Mobile 6 Standard.

Price and Availability

HTC 5800 Bell Cell Phone is available at a price of $ 449.00.

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Define your style with Alienware Area-51 7500 Desktop that comes equipped with the latest DDR2 memory. Incorporating Blu-ray Disc Technology, Alienware Area-51 7500 Desktop gives you the maximum storage capability of 50 GB on one dual layer disc. Enjoy storing up to 1,000,000 songs, 1,000 movies and 665 games on Alienware Area-51 7500 Desktop.

Features

• Space to Flex your Silicon Muscles.
• Instant Access.
• Improved Terminals.
• No More Flying Blind.

Be it the speed, power or times; enjoy everything 4 times greater with the new Alienware Area-51 7500 Desktop. This is one desktop, which proves that looks aren’t everything, features mean more! Get to enjoy NVIDIA SLI dual-GPU configurations to the screaming NVIDIA GeForce 8800 Ultra, Alienware Area-51 7500 Desktop incorporates world’s first DirectX 10 compliant family of GPUs.

Price and Availability

Alienware Area-51 7500 Desktop is available at a price of $ 1,499.00.

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Electrolux is proud to present its new Electrolux 30 Electric Double Wall Oven with Wave Touch Controls. Electrolux 30 Electric Double Wall Oven comes with multiple self-clean options with automatic door lock. Its extra-large glass window allows you to see your dish while cooking. Its Signature Soft-Arc Oven Door and handle design adds beauty to your kitchen.

Features

• Wave Touch Controls.
• Luxury-Hold Door.
• Luxury-Glide Over Racks.
• Perfect Turkey Button.
• Sure-2 Fit Capacity.

Electrolux 30 Electric Double Wall Oven incorporates many innovative features like Luxury-Design Lighting and Perfect Convect3 that offers 30 % faster cooking times. You can choose different cooking modes for Electrolux 30 Electric Double Wall Oven like bake, slow cook, convection roast and broil.

Price and Availability

Electrolux 30" Electric Double Wall Oven is available at a price of $ 3299.00

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Get minimal elegance with up to date technology in innovative printing using the new Samsung SCX-4500 Mono Laser Printer. Rendering a silent printing operation at only 45dB, Samsung SCX-4500 Mono Laser Printer is a sleek device sporting a high gloss finish unlike any other printer.

Features

• Semi Auto Sliding Cassette Tray,
• Easy to use.
• Whisper Quiet at 45dB.
• Highly Compact.

Embedded with sapphire LEDs Samsung SCX-4500 Mono Laser Printer lets you track the progress of the printing operation. Enjoy a comparable high speed and quality in printing jobs with this new printer from Samsung. With its 332 x 393 x 164.5 mm dimensions, Samsung SCX-4500 Mono Laser Printer weighs just 8.6 kg.

Price and Availability

Samsung SCX-4500 Mono Laser Printer is available at a price of $ 498.00.

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Guaranteed to turn heads on the streets of London, the San Francisco based Aliph recently announced that the Jawbone headset will now be available in the UK through a partnership with The Carphone Warehouse.

The new Jawbone Bluetooth headset is said to be 50% smaller than its earlier incarnation and boasts of cutting-edge technology in noise elimination.  In essence, beauty and utility are married in this stylish accessory. The new Jawbone brags about its “military-grade NoiseAssassin” technology, which zeroes in on your voice and eliminates all other ambient noise to ensure crisp and clear sound even if you’re in a busy street. NoiseAssassin, as the manufacturer says, was originally developed for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in its goal to have reliable communications even in battlefield situations.

With models such as “Goldy Lips”, “Blah Blah Black”, and “Silver Tongue”, the new Jawbone is incredibly fashionable. Measuring only 508mm long by 1.27mm wide by 1.27mm thick and weighing a measly 10 grams, grabbing the new Jawbone will be no problem as you strut down the street.

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