Shogo: the WiFi-enabled touchscreen digiframe

These days, you can't just whip up another me-too WiFi-enabled digital photo frame and expect consumers to swoon. Oh no, you've got add a dash of innovation to grab those hard-earned dollars. Thankfully, it seems that Shogo has received the memo, as its duo of 8-inch frames is apparently the first to be WiFi-enabled and rock a touchscreen. The SG 080 sports 1GB of internal storage while the SG 081a holds just 512MB, but both models share an 800 x 600 resolution panel, a multicard reader and a built-in rechargeable battery. Additionally, ShogoLive users can add photos from popular online image portals (think Flickr, Picasa, etc.) as well as connect to internet radio stations and scroll through RSS feeds. Regrettably, there's no mention of an actual price, but according to the firm's website, these should start showing up at "major consumer electronics retailers" real soon.

[ScooterDe @ Jan 3rd 2008 6:41PM]

meh, I did the digi frames thing a year back and frankly bored of it quickly. I want to view photos only now and then, but on a digi display I feel compelled to have them on high rotate and then to stare at them. It's just a time waster. I've settled for a rotating background on my 22inch desktop screen; keeps me amused but not distracted.

[Tony C @ Jan 3rd 2008 7:00PM]

This looks really sweet, but it needs to be at something like a $199 price point or less, considering the lack of brand recognition, even with the shiny, nifty features.

[ethana2 @ Jan 3rd 2008 7:48PM]

So can I mount it in a wall somewhere and use it as an extended X desktop? That could be good for running a smarthouse, depending on the cost.

[Simon @ Jan 3rd 2008 10:27PM]

At least this digiframe doesn't sport the mega-bezel all the others deem necessary. That's a huge step forward in my book.

Now I hope the WiFi part means I can fully control it by WiFi, then it'ld be the digiframe I've been waiting for. I'ld give it to my mother and update it remotely for her.

[barnz2k @ Jan 4th 2008 9:42AM]

ditto on the mega bezel - i dont want edges the width of the screen either side!

I dont care about touchscreen. Just make it look good, thin bezel, full wifi, and CHEAP! For Fok Sake!

ps: id give it to your mother too hahaha

[Hannes @ Jan 5th 2008 6:07AM]

I agree with u. Maybe I'll give it to my mom too ;-)

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