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Sony targets FPS gamers with new ultimate weapon
Posted by admin in Audio Gadgets on August 19th, 2010
Sony knows that gamers take their gaming sessions seriously – after all, they have had their fair share of experience with feedback from PS3 owners. There is no quite better way to play First Person Shooters (FPS) games than using the traditional keyboard and mouse setup, but that is just the beginning. Advances in gaming audio technology has made listening to audio cues extremely important, as that would help you determine the location of your adversary before you fire off that money shot. Sony aims to make this a private affair with the DR-GA500 gaming headphones that boast 7.1-channel digital surround sound, accompanied by the DR-GA200 where both of them have 40mm drive units for premium gaming sound quality.
Both models will also be equipped with the unique ‘triple enfolding’ design for unrivalled comfort over long periods of wear. First off, the DR-GA500 will merge a Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoder with unique Sony Virtual Phones Technology (VPT) in order to create convincing 7.1-channel 3D surround effects – works great only if the game was programmed to support such a set up natively, otherwise something that is artificially cooked up won’t sound as good. The whole signal processing hardware is contained within a compact external unit, resulting in a soundscape rich in precision spatial detail that pinpoints everything from a stealthy footstep to the position of an exploding grenade.
Both the DR-GA500 and GA200 gaming headphones will also be able to keep strategy and online multiplayer gamers happy, especially where both genres require long stretches of gameplay. Thanks to 40mm drive units that deliver outstanding sound quality with resonant, living bass and crisp high frequencies, alongside the aforementioned ‘triple enfolding’ design, you can be sure that comfort is on the top of the list for either model. They will also enhance your gamer looks thanks to a striking and individualistic design. From October 15th onwards, both the DR-GA500 and DR-GA200 will be accompanied by a free copy of the keenly anticipated new Medal Of Honor single player game – now how about that for value?
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I have officially left E3 and still tired after the Move
Posted by admin in Games Gadgets on June 19th, 2010
I’m sure that you know that I have been at E3 all week, and I got back late yesterday.
Yes, I saw a lot of great things, and reported about them all week. I can honestly say that I didn’t try out the Kinect from Microsoft or the Nintendo 3DS because the lines were too long. I did stop by the Sony booth to play with the Move.
Yes, that’s me in the picture, and I’m playing a game known as Kung-Fu Rider. In this game, I move the stick forward to get my transport in the game going, which is on an office chair. I won’t go into detail on that, but steering is done by moving the Move to the left or the right.
This type of game playing may sound familiar to you, and yes, it is called a Wiimote. It is impossible to talk about the Move without comparing it the Wiimote, honestly. It is like talking about Microsoft’s Recycle Bin and not mention Apple’s Trash Bin.
The issue is does the Move play better than the Wiimote. I would have to say yes. Navigating a menu was a lot easier without having to worry about whether or not your stick is pointed to a sensor bar. Since the Move is connected to the Playstation Eye, the controller is much more fluid.
All in all, Nintendo is going to have to work to make their Wiimote as good as the Move. Perhaps Sony will work on making the PSP in 3D.
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PlayStation Move motion controller now official at E3
Posted by admin in Games Gadgets on June 16th, 2010
E3 is the mecca for video game news, and it is a no brainer for companies to roll out their latest and greatest efforts in glitzy press conferences to keep hardcore gamers happy. Well, Sony has upped the ante with their latest announcement of the PlayStation Move motion controller at E3 this year, bringing motion control capability to their PS3 console. It is rather ironic that they have jumped aboard the motion control bandwagon after pooh poohing Nintendo’s efforts last time when the Wii was launched, dubbing those “waggle controls”. Guess they have seen the light and realized that gaming has certainly gotten a whole lot more immersive these days with a little help from motion controls, so why not pair that feature up with stunning visuals that are only available on the Sony PS3?
Those living in Europe as well as other PAL territories, alongside Asian countries will be able to pick up the PlayStation Move controller for 39.99 Euros. As for most of the folks reading this who are living in North America, it will hit the market this coming September 19th for $49.99, while our friends living in the Land of the Rising Sun will have to wait until October 21 to get their hands on it for 3,980 yen inclusive of tax. The PlayStation Move navigation controller is a one-handed controller which can be used alongside the motion controller for intuitive navigation of in-game characters and objects, will also hit the market on the same day in each region for 29.99 Euros, $29.99 and 2,980 yen, respectively. That should leave you ample time to save up for these accessories, don’t you think so?
There will also be a PlayStation Move bundle that comprises of a PlayStation Move motion controller, PlayStation Eye camera, Sports Champions Blu-ray disc game and PlayStation Move demo disc for a shade under $100, while those who are more adventurous can check out the PlayStation 3 Sports Champion Move Bundle that will see a PS3 system thrown into the mix alongside a PlayStation Move motion controller, PlayStation Eye Camera, Sports Champions Blu-ray game and PlayStation Move game demo disc, all going for $399.99 Of course, those who prefer to get the accessories individually are more than welcome with the PlayStation Eye camera being sold separately for $39.99.
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Sony aims to PIIQ your interest in new headphones
Posted by admin in Audio Gadgets on June 4th, 2010
With the host of portable media players hitting the market these days, it makes perfect sense to have a good pair of headphones to go along with your device – after all, there is no point enjoying lossless compressed files if you have a pair of stock headphones to go along with your listening experience, eh? Sony’s latest PIIQ headphones might not be able to satisfy all of the audiophiles out there, but it ought to be able to do more than enough to rise out from the mediocre product range and offer something different, if not colorful. The PIIQ headphones will drawfrom the collective experience of artists, skaters, street culture and all-around limit-pushers when it came to the creation of such high-concept headphones, offering sound that is ready for the ride. To know more about all five distinctive styles as well as different design variations, why not check out the extended post where more information is available in greater detail?
- Marqii – ($99.99) Build quality. Cush feel. Supreme sound. Slider stay-power—inspired by snowboard lock, fasten it tight to fit your crown. Flat detachable cord to prevent tangle and quick unplug.
- Giiq – ($49.99) Hi-Fi without the heft. Flex motion cups and slick-skinned cord doesn’t crimp your style. Neodymium, the strongest permanent magnet known to humankind, delivers a crystal clear, robust sound.
- Triqii – ($29.99) Wears like a favorite deck or pair. Scar-resist skin stays neat through thick and thin. With big bass boost and super sound clarity.
- Qlasp – ($24.99) Lobe linger is a good thing. Crystal clear, in-ear sound. Clips on and hangs tough through all your tricks, flips and whatever.
- Exhale – ($14.99) Big beat bluster in a bud body with a secret, sound-boosting motif. Only the masq knows…
For those who are interested, the PIIQ can be purchased from this particular website, but it will also open up for sales at authorized retailers nationwide sometime down the road. For those who are rocking to an iPod or iPhone of sorts, then you can always check out a pair of these puppies to make sure that they go down well with your iPod case or jacket.
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Sony Nextep Wrist computer of 2020
Posted by admin in Future Concepts on May 26th, 2010
I remember back in the eighties, when someone wanted to show some concept technology, they would say something like: “By the year 2000, this will be the technology”.
Apparently, 2020 is the new 2000. I don’t know how many times I’ve seen concept technology that has said: “this is the tech of the year 2020″.
This is a bracelet watch/mobile device called the Sony Nextep Computer, which has a pull-out keyboard, as well as an OLED screen.
Now, you’re probably thinking that the white box above the Sony Nextep Computer is the box that the device comes in, but it is, in fact, a hologram. Yes, that’s right, I said hologram. This is one of those technologies that requires holograms in order to be made real. I can’t help but wonder how far away is a holographic society?
I guess we’ll soon find out, and when we do, it will be one of those technologies that just takes over. Sort of like cell phones, texting, Twitter, Facebook, and everything else technological that feels like it sprung up overnight.
Anyway, the Nextep wrist computer is designed by Hiromi Kiriki, and I would love to see it on my wrist. Perhaps I’ll see it at a trade show and get a chance to try it out. In the words of George Takei: “Oh my!”
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Sony unveils limited edition WALKMAN W252 to celebrate Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker
Posted by admin in Audio Gadgets on May 14th, 2010
Sony has decided to celebrate the launch of the latest Metal Gear Solid title in the series from Konami, Peace Walker, by introducing a limited edition WALKMAN W252. You know what they say, if it is good enough for Solid Snake, it ought to be good enough for plebians like me. Bad jokes aside, here’s a run down on what this limited edition digital audio player offers, where this wearable MP3 player is water resistant to make it more than a decent gym buddy as you rack up the miles on the treadmill, while folks who prefer to run outdoors regardless of rain or shine will definitely appreciate its water resistant capability, although you might want to be more careful with it since dropping it by accident on the grass could prove rather hard to find unlike Apple’s brightly colored iPod nanos, as the WALKMAN W252 comes in a special camouflage finish.
Each purchase will come with half a dozen pre-installed music tracks from the Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker soundtrack, complete with special in-carton code which unlocks original designed characters that you cannot get anywhere else. Something tells us that these codes will hit the Internet forums in a short time after the WALKMAN’s release, so not everyone will need to purchase it before getting hold of such codes on the Internet. Apart from that, folks who pick up the game for their PSP or PSP Go will be able to check out iconic past WALKMAN models in the game itself, where they appear as collectible items to add some spice to the title.
The WALKMAN W252 was specially designed to cater to folks who lead active lifestyles these days, being the first wire-free MP3 player from Sony which is capable of resisting rain splashes or the sweat of a gruelling gym session. Once you’re done with your workout, all you need to do is rinse it under the tap, or perhaps just leave it on while you groove to your favorite tunes when taking a shower. With 2GB of storage space, it can hold around 470 songs on average, where its 13.5mm EX Series headphones offer a secure, comfortable fit and clear, powerful WALKMAN sound. You can get 90 minutes of listening time with just a 3-minute charge, while a fully juiced up battery will offer 11 hours of audio playback. There is no word on pricing yet though.
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Soulra Solar Powered iPod Speaker
Posted by admin in Audio Gadgets, iPod Gadgets on April 30th, 2010
If you have a bright sunny day, it might be nice to take your music along with you when you’re out enjoying the day. This particular iPod speaker won’t require you to carry around any spare batteries, since it pulls all of the juice it needs straight from the sun. Of course it’s not waterproof, so should you see clouds forming you might want to run the speaker someplace dry.
The dock will play your iPod for up to 7 hours continuously for every full charge it receives. Now they don’t say quite how long it will take for this to charge up again, but with a solar panel of that size hopefully it won’t be too shabby. Although it’s not waterproof, it is actually water-resistant, so should it get a few splashes at the pool it’ll keep on playing. When you purchase this you’ll also receive a remote control to keep control at a distance. You can purchase it for $200 through Frontgate.
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Sony Dash ready to hit the market
Posted by admin in Audio Gadgets on April 30th, 2010
Back at CES 2010 we saw that Sony unveiled the Dash during their press conference, and while this was never going to be a game changer of any kind, it was still nice to see yet another touchscreen device ready to hit the market. Well, a good 4 months or so has elapsed since then, and it is finally good to know that Sony will be introducing its Dash Wi-Fi touchscreen device to the market at last, where you are able to receive real-time, personalized Internet content that is pushed to you regardless of whether you are at home or at the office. The Sony Dash has been tagged with a $199 price tag, where you can purchase it online from SonyStyle.com or pick it up from other Sony Style retail stores and authorized dealers nationwide.
You get a 7″ color touchscreen display to view all the relevant information being shown, where the Dash will rely on a current wireless internet connection in order to receive a continuous display of your selections from more than 1,000 free apps, where many of them are offered via Chumby Industries, Inc., where among these include news, calendars, weather, sports, and social networking. Not only that, with the use of BRAVIA Internet Video, the Sony Dash is able to let you be entertained via TV episodes, films and additional video content and music from a host of other providers such as CBS, Netflix, YouTube, Pandora and Slacker amongst others.
You will be pleased to know that the Dash will boast a playlist of your own personalized internet world which is constantly refreshed and pushed to you, hence helping you save time since there is less need to search for your favorite content or to log onto your favorite sites. Apart from all of the above mentioned, the Sony Dash also doubles up as an alarm clock, letting you wake up through your favorite music videos, internet radio or other video content instead of the standard alarm clock buzzer which is old hat by now. Nice to know that multi-tasking is also supported, which means you can refer to a recipe in the kitchen while having some MP3 files playing in the background.
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Panasonic prices VIERA VT25 Series of Full HD 3D Plasma TVs
Posted by admin in Audio Gadgets on April 24th, 2010
Panasonic has finally revealed the pricing structure for its range of VIERA VT25 Series of Full HD 3D Plasma TVs, where this will mark an expansion of Panasonic’s 3D offerings to a grand total of four screens which come in varying sizes. The first VIERA VT25 models will hit the US market sometime early next month onwards, where you get 50″ class (49.9″ diagonal) and 54″ class (54.1″ diagonal) sizes with the 58″ class (58″ diagonal) and 65″ class (64.7″ diagonal) sizes to follow a month later – just in time for the World Cup, don’t you think so? You will find that the 50″ and 54″ models will retail for $2,599.95 and $2,999.95, respectively, while the 58″ model will knock your bank account back by $3,399.95 with its 65″ model going for $4,299.95. More details on what the TVs are able to offer in the extended post.
All of the Panasonic VIERA VT25 Series models will come with Full HD 3D Technology, where you will be able to experience a true Full 1080p 3D image thanks to new, faster screen phosphors (short-stroke) which will work in tandem with the VIERA VT25’s 600Hz sub-field drive, capable of outputting alternating imagery at 60 frames per second to each eye. When functioning in harmony with the compulsory Active Shutter Eyewear, the human brain will be able to merge both images together, interpreting them as a Full HD 3D image to deliver the highest possible realistic visual experience right smack in your living room. You will be pleased to know that each purchase of a Panasonic VIERA VT25 Series model will be accompanied by one pair of Panasonic 3D Active Shutter Eyewear, although you can always indulge the entire family with additional pairs for $149.95 a pop.
Apart from that, the Infinite Black Pro Panel is a brand new phosphor technology which is touted to produce deep blacks (5,000,000:1 native contrast) and vivid images with minimal reflection, while being a THX Certified Display makes sure that what you see is what the director originally intended, giving you the closest cinematic experience possible right in the comfort of your living room. Of course, with VIERA CAST WiFi with Skype Capability, you will be able to keep in touch with friends and family over Skype while enjoying access to feature films including information and communication offerings such as Amazon Video on Demand, Bloomberg News, Fox Sports and Netflix.
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Sony rolls out new home audio solutions with 3D functionality
Posted by admin in Audio Gadgets on April 24th, 2010
Looks like going 3D is the way forward, and companies are jumping aboard the 3D bandwagon like nobody’s business. Well, Sony is no different as they work on introducing a trio of new home audio solutions that offer 3D capability. Both the HT-CT350 and HT-CT150 3.1 channel would fall under the sound bar category, while the HT-SF470 5.1 channel home theater system brings a flexible solution to discerning home consumers, rounding off the Sony 3D experience while meeting the demands of 3D home entertainment. After all, wouldn’t it make perfect sense to back up a visual 3D feast with an aural one as well?
Sony decided that simplifying audio and video signal transfer in the new models that feature 3D pass-through with HDMI repeater (three inputs/one output) will be able to bring out the best audio quality possible, while playing nice with standby pass-through for audio and video devices connected via HDMI. The 400 watt total system power (100 watts x 3 channels + 100 watts subwoofer) HT-CT350 was specially designed to work in tandem with Sony’s 2010 BRAVIA televisions, where Sony has prepared a bracket with each purchase so that you can attach it directly to a number of 40 and above sets through a wall mount or the table top stand. As for the HT-CT150, you will be able to get 340 watts of total system power (85 watts x 3 channels + 85 watts sub) and a design that matches Sony’s 2010 32-inch BRAVIA HDTVs. Both of these models will support lossless linear pulse code modulation (LPCM) Blu-ray Disc audio via the HDMI input. Apart from that, they also come with BRAVIA Sync for control of compatible devices from a single remote, including Sony’s Digital Media Port for iPod (you can pick up the iPod cradle separately) and a couple of digital audio inputs (one coax and one optical) to round of its list of notable specifications.
As for Sony’s new 5.1 channel HT-SF470 home theater system, this 3D capable setup will work best when paired with a Blu-ray 3D player. It boasts 1000 watt (157W x 5 + 167W sub) with 3D pass-through via the three HDMI inputs, HDMI repeater and audio return channel. Both front and rear speakers are of the floor standing variety, while you get S-Air wireless technology and wireless multi-room capabilities to further reduce the number of wires that snake through the home in order to prevent unwanted trips and falls. Meant to match Sony’s 2010 Blu-ray Disc players and BRAVIA HDTVs, this model comes with BRAVIA Sync, Digital Media Port for iPod, a couple of digital audio inputs (one coax and one optical) and digital cinema auto calibration for easy set up. Expect to fork out around $400 for the HT-CT350 40-inch sound bar system this May, while the HT-CT150 32-inch sound bar system is going for around $300 at the same month. As for the HT-SF470 surround sound system, you will have to wait a month more where it will retail for approximately $550.
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