Logitech Cordless Bluetooth Vantage Headset and MediaBoard Pro Keyboard for PlayStation 3 launched

Logitech has come out with headset and keyboard designed especially for the Sony PlayStation 3 console called the Logitech Cordless Vantage Headset and the Logitech Cordless MediaBoard Pro Bluetooth Keyboard respectively. PS3 gamers will surely appreciate this combination as it offers them the freedom and reliability of Bluetooth technology.

The Logitech Cordless Vantage Headset allows gamers to chat wirelessly both in-game or during voice chat sessions.

This headset features native PS3 support, large-diameter audio drivers and advanced noise-filtering circuitry, providing gamers with premium audio and excellent sound playback.

The design of the Cordless Vantage Headset is just perfect and lightweight too, as it features an ambidextrous behind-the-head design. Moreover, with just a simple rotation of the headband and microphone, the ear piece can be worn on either the right or the left ear.

Plus, the Logitech Cordless Vantage Bluetooth Headset features an adjustable noise canceling microphone that reduces unwanted background noise.

Lastly, this Bluetooth headset uses rechargeable batteries, offering PS3 gamers over 12 hours of wireless gameplay. But, the headset can also be recharged using the bundled power adaptor.

The Logitech Cordless MediaBoard Pro Bluetooth Keyboard allows gamers to do what they need to do when it comes to profile set-ups, entering Web addresses, managing accounts and even sending text messages on the PlayStation Network.

The Cordless MediaBoard Pro Bluetooth Keyboard features a dedicated MENU button that takes gamers directly to the PLAYSTATION Network Help Menu. Moreover, dedicated PS3 action buttons (Circle, Square, X and Triangle) make navigation of te PlayStation Network much easier.

The MediaBoard Keyboard from Logitech also features convenient media keys that make Web browsing easy. These keys also provide instant access to the media control panel and movie menus.

One of the good features of the Logitech Cordless MediaBoard Pro Bluetooth Keyboard is that it has a built-in touch pad that features vertical scrolling as well as LEFT and RIGHT-click buttons, totally eliminating the need for a mouse.

Logitech’s Cordless MediaBoard Pro Bluetooth Keyboard has a glossy, piano-black design that is lightweight and slim as well. You will be able to usethis keyboard up to 30 feet away form the PS3.

The MediaBoard keyboard uses two AA batteries that provide over 200 hours of battery life, while a two-stage battery-indicator light alerts people when power is running low.

The Logitech Cordless Vantage Headset will be available in the US in November 2007 and in Europe in early December for a price of $79.99. The Logitech Cordless MediaBoard Pro Bluetooth Keyboard will also be available in October in the US and Europe for a price of $79.99.


SOURCE:techshout.com

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Sony Shows Off Rolly Audio Player

Sony's egg-shaped audio entertainment player gyrates in time to music, has 1GB of memory and Bluetooth capability.
Martyn Williams, IDG News Service


Now you don't have to dance to your favorite tunes -- your audio player can dance for you.

Rolly, a unique new "audio entertainment player" from Sony Corp., is capable of twisting and turning while playing music. The player, which Sony has been teasing for the last couple of weeks, is egg-shaped and can fit into a hand.

It has speakers on each end that are normally hidden by dish-like covers, but the covers move to reveal the speakers and reflect their sound when the Rolly is switched on.

There's just one button on the player -- an on/off switch -- with the other functions being controlled by a pair of rings that circle its body.

One ring is used to move from track to track or album to album while the other controls the volume. The same two rings are connected to motors that enable the Rolly to scoot around a table-top in time to the music being played. Alternatively it can be set to sit motionless. In that case it's possible to control the Rolly by moving it back and forth to switch tracks, or in a circular motion to increase or decrease the volume.

Rolly has 1G byte of flash memory built-in and can playback MP3, Atrac or AAC songs (AAC songs with copy protection from iTunes Music Store aren't supported). In addition to playing back music from its internal memory the Rolly can also receive music streamed via a Bluetooth connection.

Sony demonstrated the device running with its "Sonic Stage" software but Rolly will accept streams from other software and devices capable of Bluetooth streaming, the company said.

Rolly's movements need to be preprogrammed into the device for each track. There are six that are possible. The dish-like speaker covers can flap in and out, the ends of the device to which the speaker covers are attached can twist around and the wheels can turn. With just these six motions is possible to program a surprisingly complicated sequence of moves.

Sony will supply a software application called "Motion Editor" for move-by-move choreography or a rough set of moves can be automatically generated. The latter won't necessarily match in detail the music being played but it's a much quicker way of setting the Rolly in motion that programming by hand.

Sony also plans to launch an online community where the company and users can share movement files.

Users should get about five hours of audio playback from Rolly. This drops to four hours when the device is in motion and three and a half hours when Bluetooth streaming is also enabled.

The Rolly isn't an iPod-killer nor is it meant to be. At a relatively heavy 300 grams and measuring 104 millimeters long and 65 millimeters in circumference the player is not very practical for those wanting a portable audio player. But it is certainly unique and likely to be a talking point whenever people see it.

It will go on sale in Japan on Sept. 29 and cost about %40,000 (US$353). Sony has yet to decide plans for an international launch.


SOURCE:pcworld.com
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Nokia Launches 6555 Clamshell

Nokia has announced their new 3G enabled WCDMA and Quadband GSM handset – The Nokia 6555. This clamshell features a QVGA 16 million color internal display. The resolution of the screen is 240 x 320 pixels. It has an internal memory of 30MB and supports external memory through microSD cards.




"Mobile-savvy consumers expect superior quality and design. We understood that need, and so created the Nokia 6555. The Nokia 6555 is a sophisticated accessory delivering the outstanding features that you expect from Nokia," said Markku Suomi, Product Group Director, Mobile Phones, Nokia.


Nokia doesn’t mention what type of camera is present but they did mention that it has 6x zoom. It also has an option for self-portrait and video sharing. The 6555 also has Bluetooth capabilities.

It’s priced at just around Rs. 11,100 (€200) and should be available next month.


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Genius Traveler 915 Bluetooth Laser Mouse launched in India

Genius has introduced its Traveler 915 Bluetooth Laser and Presenter Mouse in India. This mouse which is roughly the size of a mobile phone is perfect when traveling due to its small size.

The Genius traveler 915 BT Laser mouse incorporates three of the latest technology trends namely Bluetooth wireless, laser, and size/portability.

The Traveler 915BT Laser Mouse offers dual functions- a mouse and a presenter. If the user wishes to switch from one function to the other, all he or she has to do is press the ‘switch mode’ button.

What’s more; this mouse doesn’t require a receiver. Also, when traveling, the users can connect the Traveler 915BT Laser mouse to the Bluetooth enabled notebook, eliminating the mess caused by tangled-up cords.

Since this mouse has an advanced high-precision 1600 dpi laser sensor, it can track on variety of surfaced better than an optical device even on polished or wood-grain surfaces.


The Genius Traveler 915BT Laser mouse has a very unique metal cover finish. Plus, the 4D scrolling roller provides fast browsing in left, right, up or down directions when browsing sites on the Internet.

According to Sandeep Ramani, country manager of KYE Systems India, “The laser technology Traveler 915BT Laser offers up to 20 times the sensitivity of a standard optical mouse, and lets users switch from 800 dpi to 1600 dpi on the fly. It is indeed a great tool for business travelers. Users will be more productive and have more convenience when they use it.”

Here are the salient features of the Genius Traveler 915BT Laser Mouse at a glance:

*Stylish, slim and flat design with metal cover
*1600/800dpi switchable Bluetooth mini laser mouse; easy to connect with Bluetooth notebook
*Laser engine technology provides better tracking power than LED optical mice
Surface friendly
*Mouse with presenter functions; easy using it for presentation
*4D scroll for fast browsing up/down/left/right on the Internet and in Windows documents
*Battery indicator light
*Power Switch can extend battery life
*Suitable for notebook users

The Genius Traveler 915BT Laser Mouse is available at all authorized Genius distributors in India. This mouse will carry a price tag of Rs.5499.


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