Engadget http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Join the Engadget HD Podcast live on Ustream at 5:30PM]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/20/join-the-engadget-hd-podcast-live-on-ustream-at-5-30pm/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/20/join-the-engadget-hd-podcast-live-on-ustream-at-5-30pm/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/20/join-the-engadget-hd-podcast-live-on-ustream-at-5-30pm/#commentsIt's Monday, and almost as regular an occurrence as the day itself, we're here to help by letting you listen into the recording booth when the Engadget HD podcast goes to mp3 at 5:30PM. Please be a part of it by reviewing the list of topics after the break, then participating in the live chat as you listen in.

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GTVHacker tool brings Sony Google TVs root access, full Flash streaming originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 20 Feb 2012 12:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sky Go finally available on a few Android devices, brings some new channels originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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When the Korea Exchange asked Sammy about rumors of an impending spin-off of its LCD business, the firm said it was a move it was considering. Well, consider it done -- today Samsung announced it would be launching Samsung Display on April 1st, 2012 with $6.6 billion in its coffers. The move is still waiting for shareholder approval, but Donggun Park, executive vice president of Samsung's LCD business, seems optimistic. "The spin-off will allow us to make quicker business decisions and respond to our clients' needs more swiftly." This decision comes just months after Sammy agreed to take Sony's stake in S-LCD, turning the former display partnership into a fully owned subsidiary. Hit the break for the official (machine translated) press release.

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For reasons not mentioned, the HBO Go app doesn't play nicely with every Smart TV, with access available on all 2010 and 2011 models with the exception of several from last year (listed after the break). Also key to remember is that not every TV provider has given its blessing to allows customers access to HBO Go in the living room, so it seems Comcast, DirecTV and Time Warner customers are still out of luck. If you've got the right combo of service provider and hardware go forth and download from the Samsung Apps marketplace right now, we'll be busy trying to figure out where the old episodes of Arli$$ are.

Update: As a few readers pointed out, DirecTV customers actually are able to access the service on Samsung TVs, and HBO representatives confirmed they should have access to the service, contrary to the list posted on the HBO support site. Stream on satellite subscribers, stream on, and if you notice any other discrepancies in the official lists let us know in the comments.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>20102011connected tvConnectedTvhbohbo goHboGohdpostcrosshdpostminihdtvsamsungsmart tvSmartTvstreamingtv everywhereTvEverywhereThu, 16 Feb 2012 21:38:00 EST<![CDATA[2012 HDTV pricing leaks out for Panasonic, Sony, Sharp and Samsung]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/09/2012-hdtv-pricing-leaks-out-for-panasonic-sony-sharp-and-samsu/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/09/2012-hdtv-pricing-leaks-out-for-panasonic-sony-sharp-and-samsu/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/09/2012-hdtv-pricing-leaks-out-for-panasonic-sony-sharp-and-samsu/#comments The madness of CES 2012 is long over and now that we've seen all of the new HDTVs, it's time to find out when they're actually going on sale, and for how much. HDGuru has just dug up advertised pricing for some of the new models from Sony (BX, EX and HX lines) and Sharp (640, 745, 844, 847 and 945), while US pricing and ship dates for Panasonic's new plasmas have been revealed by Value Electronics. For Samsung, some of the new HDTVs have already showed up for preorders at retailers like Vanns, including the top of the line 75-inch ES8000 priced at $7,999, while a more reasonably sized 46-inch model is $2,699. Sony's prices range from $399 for the KDL-32BX320 to $2299 for the KDL-55HX750, while Sharp's range from LC-46-L540U for $1,099 to the LC-80LE844U for $6,499. Most of the ship dates are still TBA, although Panasonic is planning to unleash the ST50 later this month, followed by the UT50 and GT50, then the top of the line VT50 in May. While we wait for official announcements, you can hit the source links below for more details, and let us know if you've seen any other 2012 model information peeking out early.

2012 HDTV pricing leaks out for Panasonic, Sony, Sharp and Samsung originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Panasonic prices, dates some of its 2012 HDTVs (VT, GT, ET) and accessories in Japan originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:56:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We were told at CES last month to expect Vizio's ultrawidescreen LCDs would hit the market sooner rather than later, now we know how it will fit into our budgets, even if we're not sure how the aspect ratio will fit in our living rooms. Similar to the way its first Theater 3D TVs popped up last year, the XVT 3D CinemaWide product page reveals a 58-inch model (50- and 71-inchers are also planned) sporting its trademark 21:9 aspect ratio (compared to a traditional HDTV's 16:9) and 2560x1080 resolution will start at $3,499. It also has an array of specs, measuring the 120Hz Edge LED lit screen at 56.7-inches wide by 29-inches high and 1.8-inches deep. Just as we saw when they were first announced at CES 2011, Vizio upscales Blu-ray and other wider-than-widescreen sources to fill the screen without those black bars we've become accustomed to. If you're watching standard HD programming, the extra space alongside can accommodate tiles for Yahoo! Widgets pulling information from the internet without blocking the picture at all. Check our gallery below for a better look and a demo video after the break, we'll keep an ear to the ground to find out when and where these displays might hit the market first.

Update: Vizio tells USA Today to expect this set to launch ahead of March Madness -- the better to manage our completely-useless-by-the-Sweet-16-because-Gonzaga-won-again brackets on.
[Thanks, chilipalm]

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Sharp to cut LCD production in Osaka plant by half originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 01 Feb 2012 02:48:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: We've added a few more HDTV deals from Samsung, Sears and Westinghouse, you'll find links after the break.

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Well the call just finished up, and Sammy provided some prognosication for 2012. It anticipates the mobile business to continue to grow, with LTE and and new market segments (read: Galaxy Note) helping drive sales. TV sales are also expected to remain on the uptick, as Samsung anticipates demand to continue growing due in part to the London Olympics and roll-out of more Smart TVs. Feel free to check out all the numbers giving Samsung reason for its optimism at the source link below.

Samsung 2011 Q4 earnings official: $42 billion in sales, $4.7 billion operating profit originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:37:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Delawareans rejoice as DuPont builds OLED TV testing plant in Newark originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>HDhdpostminiHDTVPodcastustreamMon, 23 Jan 2012 16:45:00 EST<![CDATA[CES 2012: HDTV and connected devices round-up]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/16/ces-2012-hdtv-and-connected-devices-round-up/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/16/ces-2012-hdtv-and-connected-devices-round-up/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/16/ces-2012-hdtv-and-connected-devices-round-up/#comments The Consumer Electronics Show is always a big deal for HDTVs and the devices that plug into them, and the 2012 edition was no different. With the majority of households already owning an HDTV, manufacturers are pressed to convince you to upgrade, and are pulling out all the stops. We've got new display technologies like OLED, 4K and Super Hi-Vision, plus more 3D and internet connected features than ever. DVRs and media streamers haven't slowed down either, so while some services focused on eliminating the set-top box, those that remained either shrunk (Roku) or added features (Boxee, TiVo, Ceton -- pictured above). The pace of the announcements made it nearly impossible to keep up with everything going on last week, so we've wrapped everything up in one neat summary available after the break.

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CES 2012: HDTV and connected devices round-up originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The current NASA HD channel, that your provider may or may not carry, is going away. In its place, both the NASA TV Public Channel and Media Channel will be making the switch to HD on February 17th, while the Education Channel will remain in SD. What isn't so clear is what your premium TV provider will do once NASA flips the switch. We'd imagine they'll pass on the HD signal, but if they're short on bandwidth, there's the chance they could down convert it to SD in order to continue to provide the channels on their strained infrastructure.

NASA switching its Public Channel and Media Channel to HD originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 15 Jan 2012 01:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Contour and Cerevo are teaming up this week at CES to release the Cerevo Live Shell accessory for HD camcorders enabling high-quality automatic upload and streaming to UStream from any HD video source -- in this case, the Contour+. The Live Shell is simplistic in design, featuring a small LCD screen with icons for useful indicators, an HDMI input, line-in port, microphone input, composite video input as well as a choice of Ethernet port or built-in WiFi for connectivity. It can run off three AA batteries, giving up to three hours of usage or can be used with the accompanied AC adapter for all-day use. The Cerevo Live Shell also comes with its own dedicated web-based control screen called the "Dashboard," which allows you to customize the settings on the device (volume, video quality, etc.) via personal computer or smartphone.

The overall package is portable enough to tag along with the Contour+ and other HD action cams, however, we can't really see much use considering that WiFi (and certainly Ethernet connectivity) can be pretty scarce while carving some narly pow on a mountain or biking through some trails. The duo is well presented here at CES, putting the Live Shell in its natural environment -- indoors, in front of a computer monitor, with the comfort of crashing WiFi waves instead of real ones. However, there's no doubt that the Live Shell finds a niche in the hearts of all the adventurous and outdoorsy people, wanting to share each jump, grind and stunt with others. For $299, we think we'll hold out for a version with mobile 3G / 4G capabilities built-in though, but it's a step in the right direction to show off some helmet-cam moves. Check out the gallery below to see the getup all put together.

Gallery: Cerevo Live Shell with Contour+ hands-on

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Cerevo Live Shell with Contour+ hands-on (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Looking for a more comfortable web browsing and app using experience on your Panasonic Viera Smart TV? The company is looking to lend a hand with upcoming peripherals like the Viera touchpad prototype that we took for a spin here in Vegas. Compatible with the 2012 line of televisions that share the same moniker, the controller enables you to peruse the web on your wall-mounted display via Panasonic's Webkit browser. We spent a few minutes browsing the Engadget site, so read on for our impressions.

Using HTML5, the browser scrolled pages at a decent clip. Don't get your hopes up about Flash though, as in its absence you'll certainly be disappointed. Text wasn't as crisp as we'd like and a lack of font support made rendered pages look off. In terms of the prototype, we were able to navigate the web with ease despite the occasional hiccup with the touchpad's responsiveness -- a quirk you'd expect with a device still in beta. Some basic TV remote functions like volume and channel controls were also on the mouse-sized peripheral which can be paired with wired or wireless keyboards for some text-heavy couch surfing. We're hearing that it'll be included with a few models this spring and also offered as a solo option for those who may have already purchased a compatible HDTV. If you're itching for a look at the action, a short preview video awaits after the break.

Gallery: Panasonic Viera touchpad controller prototype hands-on

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Panasonic Viera touchpad controller prototype hands-on (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 12 Jan 2012 01:08:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Samsung Smart Interaction gesture controlled HDTV demo (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Because all of the necessary hardware is integrated, there's not much to speak of on that front, though it's worth noting that adding WHDI functionality doesn't translate into a larger footprint. It's also very efficient, using "a few hundred milliwatts" of power to mirror the tablet's display to an HDTV, according to the company. There was no noticeable lag, and the picture appeared very sharp and consistent, both when playing back video and while mirroring apps and the interface to the connected Sony TV. Unfortunately, Amimon reps were unable to confirm that the technology will be included with upcoming Lenovo tablets -- or those from other manufacturers -- but judging by what we saw today, we wouldn't be surprised to see WHDI making its way to a variety of devices in the not-so-distant future. Jump past the break to see it in action.

Gallery: Lenovo IdeaPad S2 7 with integrated WHDI mirroring hands-on

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Lenovo IdeaPad S2 7 with integrated WHDI mirroring hands-on (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Samsung's new range of super-thin, super-powerful Smart TVs got another big fillip at CES: the company's teamed up with DirecTV to offer its service without the use of a set top box. Hook up your TV to the connection and a STB server will replicate the full user interface, including being able to record five shows at once, live pause TV and access DVR content. The TVs will be available in Spring, but there's no mention on if the additional functionality will mean an increase on your subscription. Deep dish is after the break.

Continue reading Samsung 2012 SmartTVs will access DirecTV without a set top box, minimalists rejoice

Samsung 2012 SmartTVs will access DirecTV without a set top box, minimalists rejoice originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 13:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The more interesting news however, is that the 65-inch versions of both M- and R- lines feature VIA Plus, which is Vizio's customized spin on Google TV. We first got a peek at it last year, however the delayed introduction of Honeycomb and adoption of ARM processors likely doomed any chance of a release. In another blast from the past, Vizio has also queued up three 21:9 "CinemaWide" ultrawidescreen WFHD (2560x1080) models (above), in sizes of 50-, 58- and 71-inches with 3D and Yahoo! Widgets. We were heartbroken when we never saw these come home in 2011, although in all fairness no one else brought an ultrawidescreen flat-panel to us either so there's still an extremely rectangular space on our wall that needs filling. Prices and ship dates for all the new TVs are still TBD, and those without Google TV include Yahoo TV widgets. Check the press release after the break for the available details, before we check out the new models and try to find out if they'll actually arrive this time around.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>21:93dandroidcesces 2012Ces2012cinemawidee3dgoogle tvGoogleTvhdpostcrosshdtvlcdm3dr3dr3d650svr3gviavia plusViaPlusviziovizio internet appsVizioInternetAppsxvtxvt3d500cmxvt3d580cmxvt3d710cmTue, 10 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Simple.tv DVR / placeshifter frees free TV from the constraints of location, time]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/simple-tv-dvr-placeshifter-frees-free-tv-from-the-constraints/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/simple-tv-dvr-placeshifter-frees-free-tv-from-the-constraints/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/simple-tv-dvr-placeshifter-frees-free-tv-from-the-constraints/#comments One of the many innovative products we checked out tonight was this ViXS XCode 4210 powered Simple.TV box, which tunes into free, unencrypted channels (even in HD) via cable or antenna. Where it starts to differ from other boxes like Sling and Monsoon however, is that it eschews any direct video out or even passthrough, working solely to transcode those feeds to variable bitrate MPEG-4 streams for playback on internet-connected mobile devices and TV boxes. Besides the missing TV out, this headless unit also only supports DVRs courtesy of whatever storage you may add yourself, since it doesn't contain any. The Simple.TV box is set to launch this spring and initially should have viewing apps available for Roku and iPad, with Boxee Box and Google TV viewers eventually planned as well (there is also a $29 Windows Media Center app). Currently the pricing is set at $149, and while streaming to another device in the home and simple DVR function are free to use, adding a guide and allowing streaming to up to 5 devices over the internet will require another $4.99 per month. If you're interested, check out the video after the break and keep a spot near your coax line open.

Gallery: simple.tv DVR hands-on

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Simple.tv DVR / placeshifter frees free TV from the constraints of location, time originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 04:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>appscesces 2012Ces2012connected tvConnectedTvdvrhands-onhdpostcrosshdtvotaplaceshifterPlaceShiftingqamsimple tvsimple.tvSimpleTvstreamerstreamingtranscodetvvideovixsxcodexcode 4210Xcode4210Tue, 10 Jan 2012 04:47:00 EST<![CDATA[Samsung Series 7 HDTV monitor hands-on]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/samsung-series-7-hdtv-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/samsung-series-7-hdtv-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/samsung-series-7-hdtv-hands-on/#comments Of the two monitors Samsung announced last week, the Series 7 was decidedly the middle-of-the road number. But that's not saying much, seeing as how its big brother, the Series 9, is Sammy's first consumer display with a plane line switching panel, and has a 2560 x 1440 pixel count. The Series 7, available in 24- and 27-inch sizes (both 1080p), uses the same matte, 400-nit, SuperBright Plus panel you'll find on the newly announced Series 9 laptop, and as ever it looks bright and clear, even in the face of some oblique viewing angles. For the money ($600 and up), it also has built-in WiDi and MHL, along with an integrated TV tuner. So far as we can tell, after having seen it in person, the biggest thing you'll lose once you step down from the Series 9 (aside from the PLS bit) is design flair. Whereas the Series 9 has a slim aluminum build with glowing touch controls, the Series 7's glossy surfaces pick up fingerprints quite quickly. (Then again, this more or less rocks the same design as last year's Series 9 flagship, so how bad could it be?) Have a peek at our shots below, and stay tuned for a separate look at the Series 9 -- for whatever reason, the one on display at tonight's press event was powered off for the night, so we'll be back sometime soon when we can show you that high-quality PLS display in the buff.

Gallery: Samsung Series 7 HDTV (2012) hands-on



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Samsung Series 7 HDTV monitor hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: We've seen it in person and we can certainly say it was both bright and beautiful, however it was only displaying still images at a frustratingly slow refresh rate. In other words, it was a prototype, but one we'd love to watch some real videos on some time soon.

Gallery: Sony Crystal LED prototype eyes-on

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>55-inchcesces 2012Ces2012crystal ledCrystalLeddisplayhands-onhdpostcrosshdtvledprototypergbsonyvideoMon, 09 Jan 2012 20:43:00 EST<![CDATA[Live from Sony's CES 2012 press conference]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/live-from-sonys-ces-2012-press-conference/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/live-from-sonys-ces-2012-press-conference/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/live-from-sonys-ces-2012-press-conference/#comments It's prime time and Sony is ready to shine as always, ready to show off its latest flood of consumer products for us, and you. Check after the break for our up-to-the-minute liveblog of every TV, camera or other device that's been flown into Las Vegas for our perusal.

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Live from Sony's CES 2012 press conference originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 19:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: Check out our eyes-on video here

Gallery: Samsung 55-inch Super OLED TV revealed at CES 2012

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Samsung's got a 55-inch Super OLED TV of its own, coming in the second half of 2012 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 17:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>55-inchallshareallshare playAllsharePlayamoledcesces 2012Ces2012hdpostcrosshdtvoledoled tvOledTvsamsungsuper oledSuperOledtelevisionMon, 09 Jan 2012 17:28:00 EST<![CDATA[Samsung has Smart TVs with dual core CPUs, cameras and more]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/samsungs-has-smart-tvs-with-dual-core-cpus-cameras-and-a-55-i/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/samsungs-has-smart-tvs-with-dual-core-cpus-cameras-and-a-55-i/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/samsungs-has-smart-tvs-with-dual-core-cpus-cameras-and-a-55-i/#comments Samsung's CES 2012 press conference is going on right now, and it's unveiling new products including the top of the line ES8000 LED model that packs a dual core CPU to run its apps, and an integrated camera and microphone for "Smart Interaction". Beyond that, the "Smart Evolution" feature will let users swap out that dual core processor for something heftier later on if they want to upgrade. Finally "Smart Content" is the umbrella term for a wave content and apps including, of course, Angry Birds, and an upgraded version of AllShare that pulls from the cloud, and can even control other compatible devices. The ES8000 edge lit LED line ranges in size from 46- to 65-inches, and features Smart Interaction cameras and mics for videoconferencing as well as voice and gesture control. Check after the break for the press release with all the details, or follow along with our liveblog.

Gallery: Samsung 2012 Smart TVs

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Samsung has Smart TVs with dual core CPUs, cameras and more originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 17:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Lastly, Haier is unveiling several new audio products. First, there's the $400 3D model that has an iPhone dock built in and delivers 230 watts of 5.1 surround sound using Absolute 3D technology. Next is a super slim profile soundbar that pumps out 280 watts of sound through 2.1 channels through a speaker that's only 1.07 inches deep for $350. Rounding things out is a ViewHD iDevice dock that works with iPads, iPhones and iPods. Priced at $99, it comes with a remote for controlling it from afar and has HDMI out in case your mobile's meager screen simply won't do. All you Haier-philes can dig deep into the details of all of these in the PR below.

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Haier reveals new HDTVs and audio gear at CES originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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LG's press conference at CES this morning was a surprisingly light-hearted and breezy affair, clocking it at around 45 minutes and bringing with it more than its share of bad jokes. There was, however, one dramatic moment -- you could actually hear the audience audibly gasp when the company unveiled its 55-inch OLED HDTV.

When the curtain came off, it revealed a thing of beauty, clear from even a ways back in the room. The model is still in the fairly early stages, but the whole "ultra definition" thing that the company promised is quite clear, even more so when you step closer to the thing -- looking into it really feels like looking out a window. This thing is crazy sharp. Even more impressive is the size of the thing -- it's 55-inches, and only a mere 5mm thin -- so thin it was tough to properly photograph, and the bezel was fairly hard to spot as well. The company has promised to show of the display in the days to come at CES -- pricing and availability, not so much.

Gallery: LG's 55-inch 'world's largest' OLED HDTV eyes-on

LG's 55-inch 'world's largest' OLED HDTV eyes-on

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>CESces 2012Ces2012ces2012bestofhands-onhdhdtvlgoledMon, 09 Jan 2012 12:47:00 EST<![CDATA[RCA-branded hardware at CES includes mobile TVs with Android, soundbar / media streamer]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/08/rca-ces-soundbar-android-dyle/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/08/rca-ces-soundbar-android-dyle/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/08/rca-ces-soundbar-android-dyle/#comments While it may not have the most high profile entries at CES, RCA always manages to lend its brand to some interesting hardware, and this year that includes the Wi-Fi Home Theater Sound Bar seen above. It brings multichannel audio and wireless surround speakers as well as access to services like Netflix and Hulu, by building in the Roku-like streamer RCA is currently peddling. Its other products include a slew of TVs due for various regions in the Americas, like a 55-incher it's claiming is the first connected LED LCD available in Latin America. We haven't hit a Best Buy in Uruguay to confirm that yet, so we'll just have to take RCA's word on that one for now. Also spied at its CES Unveiled booth were mobile TVs compatible with the Dyle service, and licensee Digital Stream has an Android-powered TV receiver planned for later this year. The device has a 7-inch touchscreen and a few simple apps included, and should be priced around $200 when it ships in the second half of the year. Check the press release after the break for a few more details, check below for hands-on pics.

Gallery: RCA CES Unveiled hands-on

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RCA-branded hardware at CES includes mobile TVs with Android, soundbar / media streamer originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 08 Jan 2012 19:54:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The walls of Las Vegas casinos -- devoid of clocks and windows -- form chambers in which time loses its mastery over the existence of those who dwell within them. So is it too for the products on display at CES, which run the gamut from things currently in stores to concept products that may not materialize for years, if ever.

Nonetheless, with Mobile World Congress and the CTIA Wireless show still vying for the attention of handset introductions and Apple and Microsoft relying more on their own events for major PC OS announcements, television remains a staple of the show, with nearly all major U.S. brands having a presence on the show floor or off-site. At CES 2012, one can surely still expect a lot of focus on 3D television. Increasingly, though, three other "D"s are coming to represent the direction of television.

Continue reading Switched On: The three Ds of CES TV

Switched On: The three Ds of CES TV originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 08 Jan 2012 09:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Nielsen's 2011 media usage report: conventional TV still rules, but online viewing is skyrocketing originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 07 Jan 2012 22:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: BryteWerks Model One

Continue reading BryteWerks Model One combines HTPC and 16:10 HD projector for $2,449

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Continue reading Westinghouse 2012 CES HDTV lineup unveiled, plenty of LCDs for all

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3d70-inchcesces 2012Ces2012ew55hdpostminihdtvlcdleduw70westinghouseWed, 04 Jan 2012 15:34:00 EST<![CDATA[Engadget's CES 2012 Preview]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/03/engadgets-2012-ces-preview/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/03/engadgets-2012-ces-preview/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/03/engadgets-2012-ces-preview/#comments Though the holidays are once again coming to a close, we now find ourselves just a week away from every geek's ultimate holiday -- the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show, arguably the biggest event of the year for the tech world. Thousands of companies gather in the Nevada desert to show off their latest innovations, setting the stage for what will no doubt be another stellar year in electronics. In anticipation of the onslaught we're about to experience, we want to offer up our predictions of what you can expect at the show. There's always a few wondrous surprises that nobody could ever see coming -- part of what makes CES fun -- but aside from those jaw-dropping moments, we have a pretty solid idea of what will take place next week. So join us as we break down CES 2012, one category at a time.

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Engadget's CES 2012 Preview originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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