Tuesday, 22 April 2014

TP-LINK N600 Entertainment Adapter Connects any Wired Ethernet-enabled Device to your Wireless Home Network

SAN DIMAS, CA (April 22, 2014) - TP-LINK, a global provider of networking products, today announced its new N600 Universal Wireless Dual Band Entertainment Adapter (TL-WA890EA), which connects any Ethernet-enabled device to your wireless home network.

Providing 300Mbps on the 2.4GHz frequency or 300Mbps on the 5.0GHz frequency, the TL-WA890EA has ample bandwidth for smooth HD video and music streaming and online gaming.

It simultaneously connects up to four devices to your Wi-Fi network with the four built-in Fast Ethernet ports, giving you the freedom to locate your Blu-ray Players, Gaming Consoles, DVRs, IPTV Set-Top-Boxes, Smart TVs, and other home entertainment devices.

The TL-WA890EA has a built-in WPS button for a quick and easy setup process. Users that prefer more customization may use its web-based management page. After setup, it will remain connected to your wireless network.

Wednesday, 16 April 2014

Lenovo Flexes Multimode Muscle with New Dual Mode Laptops

FLEX 2 Packs More Flexibility and Features into Affordable Devices 
New optional full high definition screens and discrete graphics for "life-like" content experience
Affordable "convertible-like" PC with two unique modes: Laptop and Stand

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC - April 16, 2014: Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) today introduced two new additions to its FLEX family of dual mode laptops with the new FLEX 2 laptops available in 14 and 15.6-in models. Not only do the laptops give users 300° flexibility with two great modes, Laptop and Stand, they improve upon the original models in compelling new ways with an enhanced visual experience offering full HD screen and discrete graphics models.

Shaping Higher Performance

Available in either a 14 or 15.6-in screen, the laptops take Lenovo's family of dual mode devices to the next level with new design and performance features. The black or silver1 FLEX 2 laptops catch attention for their 300° rotation and their optional backlit keyboard, which finishes the look on this beautiful device.

Inside the laptop, consumers will love the eye-popping visuals with a noticeably brighter full HD 1920X1080 widescreen display on select models. Users can choose NVIDIA GeForce graphics on models with up to 4th generation Intel Core i7 processors for a rich entertainment experience, making images in games and videos display quickly and smoothly. Or they can opt for models with dynamic AMD RadeonTM R5 M230 discrete graphics and AMD APU processors all the way up to AMD A8 models2 with on-chip Radeon graphics.

Equipped with Dolby Advanced Audio v2 technology, the FLEX 2 laptops make sound from movies, games and music come across its stereo speakers louder with greater clarity, consistent tone and less distortion. And for users who like to video chat, the laptops come with an optional dual array digital microphone for truer to life calls when using the 720p HD webcam.

The FLEX 2 further provides an overall better user experience over its predecessor thanks to several advancements for processing, storage and memory. For fast and efficient operations, the FLEX 2 laptops offer choices of the latest Intel and AMD processors, come with a range of three storage options - up to 1 TB of HD or hybrid SSHD storage or up to 256 GB SSD storage - and long battery life.  

Monday, 14 April 2014

Tuesday, 8 April 2014

Hauppauge introduces mySelfie, a wireless camera shutter for phones and tablets

The newest member of Hauppauge's myWireless devices, mySelfie makes it easy to take digital camera pictures on an iPhone, iPad or Android phone or tablet

Hauppauge Digital Inc., April 08, 2014, London, UK -- Hauppauge Digital Inc. today announced the release of mySelfie, a wireless remote control camera shutter for Apple and Android smart phones and tablets. mySelfie allows you to capture single or multiple photos up to 30 feet away from your smart phone or tablet, giving users wireless control for making self photographs.

mySelfie is part of Hauppauge's myWireless family of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connected devices for Apple and Android smart phones and tablets. Small and lightweight, mySelfie has a built-in long life battery so it can be used anywhere. Mobile users can take photos wirelessly their iPhone or Android devices by launching the free app from the app or Google play store, then pressing a capture button from mySelfie.

mySelfie supports single remote and continuous capture modes. The mySelfie app for both Apple iPhones and iPads and the mySelfie app for Android devices can be downloaded from the respective Apple and Google app stores.

"When we showed my mySelfie to our early beta testers, they loved the idea of taking selfies by simply pushing a remote control button. Normally when taking selfies, you need to get that perfect angle on your phone and then you have to fiddle around with the phone to press the snapshot button. With mySelfie, you can hold the phone or tablet in one hand and use mySelfie to wirelessly click the camera shutter with the other hand, making the taking of selfies much easier," said Ken Plotkin, President of Hauppauge Computer Works.

The setup of mySelfie is simple. Launch the mySelfie app, select the camera icon in the app, point your phone to your object, then click the capture button.  mySelfie will then capture a picture wirelessly. Taking multiple photos is also simple- press the mySelfie capture button repeatedly on the mySelfie device. This will capture multiple photos repeatedly and add them to your mobile phone photos directory.

Tuesday, 1 April 2014

Lenovo Announces New A-Series Android Tablets

Series includes new functionality and various configurations, tailored for distinct customer segments  

A7-30 delivers an exceptional audio experience with Dolby®-enhanced dual-front speakers in an ultra-portable form factor
A7-50's 7-inch, wide-view HD display reveals sharper text and web pages for the optimal reading and viewing experience
A8 comes in a range of bold color options to suit different personalities and styles, while providing total entertainment on the go
A10 provides an amazing video watching experience, without staying at home, with a superb 10.1" wide HD display and smooth video playback all day long 

PC+ leader Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) today announces a line-up of new A-series Android tablets, offering configurations and screen sizes to match consumer needs for both ultra-portable tablets and multimedia performers. The portfolio, which also boasts quad-core computing power for a responsive, smooth tablet experience, will be available starting in the second quarter 2014.

The new range starts with the A7-30 seven-inch devices, designed for optimal music or multimedia enjoyment through exceptional Dolby®-enhanced dual-front speakers while still packing a performance punch. The A7-50 is the affordable on-the-go reading companion with a 7-inch, wide-view HD display for sharper text and web pages, while the larger screen A8 is the mobile "home entertainment" center that comes in a variety of bold colors to suit different personalities and lifestyles. Rounding up the new A-series is the A10, which is equipped with a superb 10.1" wide HD display and Dolby® enhanced dual front speakers for an amazing movie watching experience on the move.

A7-30, Pocket Studio with Dolby®: The Lenovo TAB A7-30 delivers an audio experience normally reserved for more expensive tablets in a seven-inch device. Armed with exceptional Dolby®-enhanced dual-front speakers, it is an ultra-portable tablet that music lovers will want to take everywhere. The brilliant 7-inch display and powerful quad-core processor make it a versatile performer for everything you do on the go, while SIM card support means it can be used to stay connected constantly with friends and family.

A7-50, Crystal Clear Multimedia Reader: The Lenovo TAB A7-50 is the ultra-portable on-the-go reading companion for those on a budget. The 7-inch, wide-view HD display reveals sharper text and web pages. Powered by a quad-core processor and equipped with a 2MP front-facing camera and rear camera, it's the perfect companion to read, surf, and stay connected with friends with optional 3G connectivity. It is also available as the A7-40, which comes in a stylish Ebony color, 8Gb capacity and front-facing camera only.

A8, "Home Entertainment" On the Move: The Lenovo TAB A8 comes in a range of bold color options to suit different personalities and styles, while providing total entertainment on the go. The sharp, colorful 8" HD display plus Dolby® audio and responsive quad-core power make it the perfect choice for playing games, watching videos, listening to music, socializing with friends and more.

A10, Mobile Home Theater System: The Lenovo Tab A10 provides an amazing video watching experience, without staying at home. Watch full-length high quality movies on the go with a superb 10.1" wide HD display and Dolby® enhanced dual front speakers. The responsive quad-core processor ensures smooth video playback all day long. This is the tablet for movie lovers.

"Lenovo's latest A-series tablet family is designed to meet the demands of today's young, active users who are always on the go, and have lifestyle requirements that are as diverse as their own personalities. With these latest additions to our tablet portfolio, we've introduced devices that speaks directly to each consumer's habits, whether it's enjoying music, reading e-books or watching videos on the go," said Shao Tao, vice president Lenovo and head of Mobile BU, "Our Android family of tablets will appeal to users around the world as we've built our products to be highly flexible to serve multiple needs and budgets."