Belkin Intros NEW SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Products

Belkin is giving computer users the chance to embrace USB 3.0 with the launch of a range of USB 3.0 products; enabling you to start using the plethora of hard drives and gadgets that will no doubt hit the market soon.

The new line of SuperSpeed USB 3.0 products, which includes a PCIe Add-In Card, ExpressCard, and Premium A-B and Micro-B Cables, allows you to move content-rich media back and forth between different devices.

For those excited about file sharing speeds Belkin is promising transfer speeds up to three times faster than USB 2.0.

New BenQ 18.5”W G925HDA LCD Monitor for SOHO, SMB, Education displays all aspect ratios without distortion

BenQ proves its passion for Bringing Enjoyment ‘N’ Quality to life with the introduction today of an affordably-priced 18.5”W addition to the company’s G Series lineup: the G925HDA. This 16:9 LCD display offers smart essentials for everyday SOHO, SMB, Education, and home use, including a fast 5ms response time, 40,000:1 DCR, and D-Sub. Most notable for this new models are its unique display abilities – “Full” and “Aspect” Display Modes – that enable the original aspect ratio of content to be displayed distortion-free and at the maximum size possible to fill the 1366x768 200-nit screen. Proprietary Senseye®+photo further adds distinction from among the competition by elevating viewing enjoyment to BenQ’s higher standards of performance and capability. Eco-friendly benefits include a 23.3% energy savings over previous models and international certifications for responsible eco-friendly engineering.

The G925HDA takes versatility and viewing enjoyment to a whole new level with “Full” and “Aspect” Display Modes. Ideal for 16:9 content, “Full” mode scales content to completely fill the screen. “Aspect” mode scales the image to fill as much of the screen as possible without geometric distortion. Users can easily switch between the two modes via the intuitive OSD menu. Further catering to user preference is Senseye+photo, BenQ’s exclusive image enhancement engine that dynamically fine-tunes brightness and backlight to optimize viewing for the most popular user scenarios: Standard, Dynamic, Photo, Movie, and sRGB. Senseye’s independent color management further allows users to customize individual color, contrast, and luminance without colors compromising each other. Multi-purpose D-Sub equips the G925HDA.

Click here to view the BenQ G925HDA Monitor at Okobe.co.uk

Belkin Offers Improved Laptop Cooling Pad

Belkin has announced the launch of a new, redesigned laptop cooling pad - apparently a category of product that's grown by over 20% in the last year.

Hot thighs will be a thing of the past with the new patent-pending "AirFlow Wing", the pad's repositioned fan and wave shape, all said to optimise circulation to let hot air flow up and away from the laptop.

Designed to fit laptops up to 15.4 inches, the single-fan design promises low power consumption, while that AirFlow Wing tech makes for more quiet operation and there's a USB cable and storage compartment when not in use.

The new'n'improved laptop cooling pad from Belkin is due to be available in April.

For the current range of Laptop Cooling Stands available at Okobe.co.uk please click here

ASUS Shatters Netbook Conventions with High Performance Eee PC™ 1201N Multimedia Netbook

Effective integration of Intel® Atom™ 330 Dual Core Processor and NVIDIA® ION™ Graphics Acceleration delivers unprecedented netbook performance.
Multimedia-minded consumers who prize the portability of netbooks but lament the typical lack of processing muscle now have a reason to rejoice. ASUS has launched the Eee PC™ 1201N, a multimedia netbook with an Intel® Atom™ 330 dual core processor and an NVIDIA® ION™ graphics processor that delivers a level of performance never before seen on netbooks. The Eee PC™ 1201N also offers exceptional typing comfort through a full-sized ergonomic chiclet keyboard, and comes with an estimated 750GB hybrid storage to house and host massive multimedia collections.

Faster than Ever Before
The Eee PC™ 1201N marks a radical departure from other netbooks that usually feature single core Atom™ processors. With its Intel® Atom™ 330 dual core processor, NVIDIA ION graphics, and two-DIMM, dual-channel DDR memory architecture, the Eee PC™ 1201N will set new netbook performance benchmarks.

A New World of Multimedia Possibilities
The Eee PC™ 1201N features the award-winning NVIDIA® ION™ graphics processor which provides a superior multimedia experience including support for HD video and PC games. NVIDIA® CUDA™ technology further boosts the Eee PC™ 1201N's ability to work with visual content, accelerating processor-intensive tasks such as video editing and conversion.

The Eee PC™ 1201N also comes preinstalled with ArcSoft SimHD, which upscales standard definition video content to high definition. SimHD, a plug-in for ArcSoft TotalMedia Theater, dramatically enhances the quality of images and supports a wide range of file formats. Users can enjoy a smooth HD video experience on the unit's 12.1" high definition screen, or have the option of enjoying full 1080p HD video with true-fidelity 7.1 audio on HDTVs via the built-in HDMI port.

Rene Haas, general manager for notebook GPUs at NVIDIA said, "The ASUS Eee PC 1201N delivers exceptional performance for a netbook. This ION-powered Eee PC is ideal for anyone who wants a netbook with the ability to watch HD video, share and edit photos, play casual games, and convert video to a portable media player. With the upcoming Flash Player 10.1 from Adobe, it will soon handle streaming HD video as well as a high-end desktop PC."

Massive Storage for Massive Multimedia Collections
The Eee PC™ 1201N is fully equipped to handle the large amounts of memory that digital media consumes. Boasting an estimated 250GB HDD and 500GB of online ASUS WebStorage—a total of 750GB—the Eee PC™ 1201N provides ample storage for users' movies, music and photos.

Please click on the links below to view the 1201N Multimedia Netbook at Okobe.co.uk:
ASUS Eee PC 1201N-SIV029M Netbook
ASUS Eee PC 1201N-BLK039M Netbook

Fujifilm's New Stunt Man - the FinePix XP10 Digital Camera

Waterproof, Shockproof, Freezeproof and Dustproof; all weather, all terrain! Fujifilm is proud to announce the launch of the FinePix XP10, the first in a new category of super-resilient compact camera that really can withstand the elements.

Not only is the XP10 a Born Survivor, but with its core specification of a 12 Megapixel resolution, high-precision 5x Fujinon lens and HD recording, you can capture breathtaking images with total peace of mind. The FinePix XP10's tough credentials are neatly hidden in its stylish metal body which is so slim it'll fit in your back pocket. And, with an exciting NEW easy web upload function, sharing photos of your daring stunts with your friends is quick and simple.

The FinePix XP10 is the ultimate lifestyle camera. Drop it, soak it, freeze it or bury it in sand, this camera will come out unscathed. Not only is the XP10 waterproof to 3 metres, but it is also shockproof to 1 metre, freezeproof to minus 10oC and dustproof, too, giving users total confidence that they can take it with them wherever they go, whatever they are doing, regardless of the conditions.

Most tough and waterproof compact cameras have big, bulky shells. This is where the FinePix XP10 really stands out. Although it is waterproof, dustproof, freezeproof and shockproof it still retains the handsome, chiselled design of a conventional compact camera, making it suitable for both taking down the beach surfing or slipping into your pocket or handbag for a night out.

With a gorgeous metal body, the XP10 is a camera that looks and feels highly sophisticated, but still offers all the practicalities of an 'outdoor' camera.

Carefully disguised in its slender shell is a high quality Fujinon 5x internal vertical zoom lens. The Fujinon glass elements have an ion coating to give five times more protection than a conventional lens. What's more, the 5x zoom operates internally meaning it is extra protected from knocks and scrapes. Match this with Digital Image Stabilisation to reduce image-blur, high sensitivity settings (to ISO 1600) and a high resolution 12 Megapixel CCD sensor, and this camera delivers sharp and clear images at the touch of a button.

To ensure perfect results every time, the XP10 employs SR AUTO to intelligently identify the scene type and the shooting conditions present, and optimises the camera's settings as appropriate.

It also features Fujifilm's highly-effective and acclaimed Face Detection technology with auto red-eye removal, which eliminates any unsightly red-eye in-camera whilst the photo is being taken.

Additionally, 720p HD image and movie capture meaning memories can be re-lived in glorious high definition on any HD ready television*. *To connect to an HD-ready TV, you will need a HD Card Reader and HDMI cable (optional extras).

If you want to share your adventures with friends online the XP10's NEW Facebook/YouTube Easy Web Upload function will make your life so much easier. This feature saves time being spent trawling through the photos on your computer to decide which ones to upload, instead, in playback mode on the camera you got to the Menu option and 'mark' a picture for Facebook or You Tube upload. Then once you connect the XP10 to a computer and access the MyFinePix Studio software (included in the box), all you have to do is press "upload" and the marked pictures and videos will transfer to the selected site.

The perfect tool for capturing those fast-paced action shots, Target Focus tracks fast moving subjects so they don't escape from the frame in a blur. This handy function racks a subject automatically for as long as the shutter is half-pressed; the subject is kept in the frame and when you fully press the shutter button your subject will be in the centre of the photo, in sharp focus.

Get creative and add your own finishing touches to your videos and images, amongst others you can choose from B&W, Sepia, or you can even add a dynamic lighting effect, all this in-camera.

The waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof and dustproof FinePix XP10 is well suited to young people with active lifestyles. With an impressive specification and useful features, the FinePix XP10 makes taking and sharing photos fun and trouble-free.

Please click on the links below to view the FujiFilm XP10 Digital Cameras currently available at Okobe.co.uk:

FujiFilm FinePix XP10, 12.2MP, Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom, 2.7"LCD- Black
FujiFilm FinePix XP10, 12.2MP, Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom, 2.7"LCD- Silver
FujiFilm FinePix XP10, 12.2MP, Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom, 2.7"LCD- Blue

FujiFilm FinePix HS10 – the ultimate 'all in one' photographer's camera!

The FinePix HS10 - Extreme long zoom, high speed capture and unique features for the ultimate 'all in one' photographer's camera

New enthusiast FinePix features the world's first 30x optical zoom with manual zoom mechanism, advanced photographic features and full HD movie capture.

Serious photographers wanting the versatility and performance of an SLR system without the bulk or expense now have the perfect solution in the shape of the new Fujifilm FinePix HS10. The latest addition to Fujifilm's award-winning range of big zoom 'bridge' cameras offers an unprecedented feature set that combines a powerful 24-720mm (30x) zoom lens with sophisticated photographic controls, advanced functionality and SLR-like handling in a single compact, affordable unit.

Utilising cutting-edge Back Side Illumination CMOS capture married to class-leading Fujinon optical design, the FinePix HS10's unique mix of advanced technologies brings several new features designed to make achieving professional-looking pictures easier than ever to the FinePix range, whilst maintaining Fujifilm's legendary image quality and low-light shooting performance.

A lens so good you'll be glad you can't change it!

With a range that would require at least two bulky 'super zoom' lenses on an SLR, the FinePix HS10's built-in 30x wide-tele zoom lens is its crowning glory, encompassing virtually every photographic requirement in a single compact unit. Furthermore, because the lens and body on the FinePix HS10 are built as a closed unit, it eliminates the possibility of dust on the lens and Sensor - a serious problem when removing lenses on a digital SLR.

The twist-barrel manual zoom control enables the photographer to make precision adjustments, and zooming is faster and more accurate than with the powered zooms traditionally used in this class of camera.

The class-leading 30x optical zoom covers a uniquely versatile 24-720mm (equivalent on a 35mm camera) range from true wide-angle to ultra telephoto. From sweeping landscapes, interiors and large group shots to distant sports or wildlife action, the FinePix HS10 really is ready for every photographic challenge thrown at it. And it's not just the huge zoom that'll take your breath away: the Fujinon name ensures optical quality across the entire range that you'll see from the first picture you take. Fujinon lenses are acclaimed by photographers, broadcasters (as the world's leading manufacturer of television camera lenses) and industrial users across the globe - and even further afield: Fujinon lenses have been used in an orbital satellite to capture high-resolution photos of the surface of the moon.

Triple Image Stabilisation combines a mechanically stabilised CMOS sensor with high ISO sensitivities and advanced digital stabilisation for total anti-blur protection. Together these technologies reduce the blurring effect of both handshake and subject movement to provide sharp, clean and clear results even at the longest zoom settings or in the most challenging lighting conditions.

High Speed, High Definition. Whether you're shooting stills or movie clips, the FinePix HS10's cutting-edge sensor and processing technologies open up a range of high speed capture modes and unique shooting possibilities.

When you're shooting sports action or wildlife - or simply trying to keep up with fast-moving children - the 10 frames-per-second high speed with mechanical shutter continuous shooting and new tracking auto focus feature will ensure you never miss that vital moment. And since the FinePix HS10 can perform its remarkable feat of shooting 10 fps even at the maximum 10 megapixel setting, when you do get the perfect shot you don't need to worry about having enough resolution for even a large-sized print. The FinePix HS10's unique Best Frame Capture Mode means you don't need the reactions of a pro sports photographer to get professional results either; in this mode the camera continuously records images from the moment you focus, then saves up to 7 shots before or after you press the shutter release. Capturing action with the FinePix HS10 is so easy it feels like cheating.

The FinePix HS10 also features a full HD movie mode (1080p/30fps) with stereo sound, and the camera's mini HDMI output allows you to easily display ultra clear high definition photographs and movies on high definition televisions. A new Super High Speed Movie function allows you to freeze action and capture breathtaking movies at up to 1000 frames per second for amazing slow-motion movies that reveal the hidden world of events that normally occur in the blink of an eye.

Click here to view the FujiFilm HS10 Camera at Okobe.co.uk