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Mustek MER-6T is another Twilight-loving touchscreen e-reader
Mustek isn't in the business of making out-there products, but maybe it's changing its tune by slapping the Twilight cover on its MER-6T e-reader. Just another 6-inch, e-ink reader sans a content ecosystem or wireless connectivity, we can only imagine that they want you to stab the MER-6T right in the SD card slot in a fit of vampire e-reader-hating rage. Ah, but then when the blood is slowly dripping off its .4-inch thick body and into its 3.5mm headphone jack, you to realize that it's got a touchscreen, built-in music player, and that it comes with a luring wrist strap all which make you want to ravish the device forever into the night. You sick bastards, Mustek. There's no pricing on the MER-6T, but the experience seems pretty priceless.
Mustek's 5-in-1 PF-D240 digiframe does more than just slideshows
Oh yeah, we've seen multi-purpose digiframes before, but Mustek's latest manages to handle five whole tasks only marginally well. You heard right -- this minuscule device packs a 2.4-inch 320 x 240 panel for showing wallet-sized digital images along with an alarm clock, FM radio, built-in MP3 player and a thermometer. You'll also find an MMC / SD expansion slot for loading up those precious memories, a USB 2.0 connector and a pair of skull-crushing one-watt speakers to boot. No price is listed, but judging by the design alone, we'd say that's probably for the best.[Via CNET]
Mustek ruins its PF-E700 picture frame with a retro second LCD
Remember when LCD meant "janky display for your calculator watch" and not "awesome display for your home theater system"? Yeah, we've tried to scrub it out of our memory as well, but now here comes Mustek trying to get those two LCD types to live in harmony. Ain't going to happen. The Mustek PF-E700 digital picture frame has a 7-inch 480 x 234 primary display, and supports SD, Memory Stick and Compact Flash, and even acts as an alarm and plays back music and video, but the whole thing is ruined by this second LCD which offers up time, date and temperature info. But maybe we're not seeing some sort of subtle genius here, so if this is indeed your style, you can pick it up in April for $150.[Via Electronista]
Mustek DV300T digital camera looks like a cellphone, isn't
Mustek isn't exactly known for its high-end cameras, and its new DV300T model sure looks to be no exception, although it at least attempts to make up for its shortcomings with versatility, not to mention a decidedly non-digital camera-like package. Those shortcomings begin with a max 3.1 megapixel resolution for still images and no optical zoom to speak of, but you will be able to use the device as a PMP, a voice recorder, and an e-book reader, although we're sure even Mustek must have had a chuckle at including that as one of the "6-in1" features. No word on a price, but if Mustek's past cameras are any indication, you likely won't have to worry about breaking the bank account on this one.[Via OhGizmo]
Mustek readies 9.5-inch digiframe with integrated NXT flat-panel speaker
What's a good digiframe without a good speaker? Apparently, it's not anything Mustek wants you to be interested in, as it's hoping the sweet sounding NXT flat-panel drivers integrated into its brand new PF-A950PS will catch more than just eyes. Set to debut at PMA, this 9.5-inch digital photo frame boasts NXT speakers that are actually "concealed within the screen," and it also features an 800 x 480 resolution, a multicard reader that handles SD, MMC, MS, MSPro, xD and CF formats, 128MB of internal memory, USB 2.0 port and playback support of JPEG, AVI, MJPEG and XviD files. It's all yours for $249.99 this May.
Mustek's CES 2008 'booth tour'
We'll be honest, Mustek -- you're not exactly giving us a lot to work with. First you don't release any PR on your new products, then when we get to the booth, you seem unsure if you've even got new products. Of course, we did manage to find your suspiciously-Sharp-ish Blu-ray player, a new widgetified photo frame, and that lovely iPod dock. Check out our "tour" and see for yourself.%Gallery-13386%
Mustek intros the BD-100, aka Sharp BD-HP20S
Yeah, it took a while for Sharp to actually deliver their BD-HP20S Blu-ray player (top picture). So long, in fact, that it seems to have cloned itself during the process -- witness the BD-100 (bottom picture) which Mustek is displaying at their CES booth. Strong family resemblance, right? Front panel displays -- match; button locations -- match; slot location -- match. That's three strikes, Mustek. Of course there's no way to tell who actually made the box, and although we haven't spent much time with the BD-HPS20S, we do know that it doesn't live up to the expectations we have for Sharp products.One more pic after the jump.
Mustek's PF-i700 digiframe rocks an iPod dock
Granted, you may have assumed that an iPod wouldn't be caught dead snuggling with a digital photo frame, but strange though it may be, that assumption has just been proven wrong. Mustek's PF-i700 inelegantly combines Apple's darling with a 7-inch digiframe, giving house guests a perfect opportunity to squint at the iPod's screen rather than focusing on what's really important. Nevertheless, the unit sports a 480 x 243 resolution panel, stereo speakers, a headphone jack, USB port and support for SD, xD, MMC and Memory Stick / MS Pro cards. 'Course, you can purportedly play back videos and photo slideshows stored on your iPod too, but you won't be snagging one until next March when it lands for $129.99.
Mustek intros TRAVELFOTO photo frame / alarm clock
It looks like those still clinging onto their travel alarm clocks from the eighties may finally have cause to upgrade, as Mustek has now seen fit to update the tried and true design with a built-in digital picture frame. Dubbed the TRAVELFOTO, the device packs a 1.5-inch, 128 x 128 resolution CSTN LCD color screen, along with enough flash memory to store 70 JPEG or BMP photos of your choosing (no MP3 support, it seems). On the other end of the equation, Mustek says that the device has a buzzer loud enough to "wake up even the heaviest sleeper" -- something we'll have to hear to believe. Look for this one to set you back about $40 when it rolls out sometime next month.
Mustek unveils 40GB PVR-H240 Plus PMP
We've serious doubts about Mustek's ability to make any sort of noticeable splash in the portable media player market, but it's giving it a go regardless. The PVR-H240 Plus (apparently rebadged as the Yukai PVR-H240 elsewhere) handles video / audio playback, voice recording, and video recording, and also doubles as a fairly capacious 40GB external hard drive when not occupied with media. Additionally, it features a 2.4-inch LCD, MMC / SD card slot, NTSC and PAL compatibility, AV in / out, a headphone jack, USB 2.0 connectivity, and a rechargeable battery to boot. No word on price nor availability at the moment, but it's pretty unlikely you'll mind after taking a mere glimpse at this unsightly piece.[Via PlayerBites]
Mustek's DV520T camera / camcorder hybrid does VGA video
Joining the growing array of low-cost camera / camcorder hybrids is the Mustek DV520T, which sits a few notches below (in quality and price) the TX1s and Xacti HD2s of the world but still manages to handle the basics for the no-frills set. The two-faced device sports a handheld design with a two-inch flipout LCD to monitor the action, and internally, you'll find a 5.2-megapixel CMOS sensor, 64MB of storage, USB 2.0 connectivity, TV out, integrated flash, an SD slot that supports cards up to 2GB in size, a voice recorder, and an MP3 player as well. Aside from snapping stills, this unit also records VGA movies at 30 frames-per-second, and while we can't imagine them being of any real use, an 8x digital zoom and "digital image stabilization" are nevertheless included. Mustek's DV520T isn't likely to take home any image quality awards, but it might not be a half bad backup for just $129. More pics after the break.
Mustek's GPS 200 falls out of the ugly tree
Although it probably didn't hit every branch while plummeting, Mustek's GPS 200 doesn't do itself any favors in the attractivity department, and sadly, the specs themselves don't exactly come to the rescue. What we've got is a 4.2-inch touchscreen LCD with a paltry 320 x 240 resolution, a 200MHz Centrality processor, USB connectivity, a Li-ion rechargeable, SD / MMC port, and Desinator 6 navigation software that includes NAVTEQ maps of 30 countries in Europe. Additionally, you'll find text-to-speech abilities, an MP3 / video player, image viewer, and Windows CE.net 4.2 runnin' the show. Unfortunately, the fold-out GPS antenna leaves much to be desired, but considering the modest €249 ($335) pricetag, we'll give it somewhat of a pass.[Via NaviGadget]
Mustek intros DV700TZ, DV530TZ camcorders
Mustek looks to be trying to make the low-end slightly less so with its latest pair of digital camcorders, packing some decent specs into its new DV700TZ and DV530TZ models while still keeping the price down. The DV700TZ is the more capable of the two, with 3x optical zoom, 2.5-inch LCD, and a 7 megapixel CCD, able to capture "broadcast-quality" 720 x 480 MPEG-4 video at 30 fps. That's done with the aid of the cam's built-in 64MB of memory or, more likely, an SD card you'll have to supply yourself -- which will also let you take better advantage of the cam's built-in MP3 player. Taking things down a notch, the DV530TZ packs a 5.3 megapixel CCD and captures video at the standard 640 x 480 resolution, with a 3x optical zoom and an LCD of unspecified size rounding out the specs. Look for both cams to be rolling out shortly, with the DV700TZ coming in at $300 and the DV530TZ setting you back $230.
Mustek readying brushed aluminum SI302A webcam
Mustek's taking a break from those digital photo frames and whatchamacallits to offer up a rather stylish webcam, donning a brushed aluminum outfit and a few sexy curves to boot. The SI302A looks to perch atop your display's lonely frame or make itself at home on a desk top, and aside from the glamor aspects, the innards aren't half bad either. The device will reportedly boast a 1/4-inch CMOS sensor, auto-focus lens, USB 2.0 connectivity, and can capture 1,280 x 1,024 resolution at 30fps sans compression. Additionally, this minuscule eye toy will house an integrated "condenser microphone" for video chats or audio transmissions, and while Mustek hasn't quite nailed down an MSRP for this presumably iSight-inspired device, it plans to have it on store shelves in March.[Via SciFiTech]
Mustek to introduce Ality digital picture frames
Mustek is beefing up its line of digital photo frames with the announcement of the "premium" Ality line at CES. The new 8- to 15-inch beauties maintain a lot of the features of the previous models – support for JPEG and MPEG formats, slots for MMC, Memory Sticks, SD and "other popular memory cards," and an MP3 player with built-in speakers -- but they also add an unspecified amount internal memory, USB connectivity, and resolutions as high as 1280 x 1024. Prices and availability are unknown until the official unveiling during the expo, where we'll question them about the lack of Wi-Fi and RSS support.
Mustek to introduce its own LCD HDTV lineup at CES
With CES fast approaching, we're sure to see tons of last minute additions as firm's look to showcase their gadgetry to the world, and now Mustek is doing just that. More commonly known for its ho hum cameras, digiframes, and PMPs, the company has just announced that it will start selling its own self-branded lineup of LCD HDTVs, and if everything goes as planned, will have demo units on display in just a few weeks. Aiming for the same value-conscious crowd that Vizio seems to have wrapped around its finger, the 42-inch LTV-4210, 32-inch LTV3210, and 27-inch LTV2710 should each hit well below more prestigious brands in terms of pricing. The low- and mid-range models each sport a 1,366 x 768 resolution, 1200:1 contrast ratio, 6.5-millisecond response time, and "built-in surround sound speakers." The flagship 42-inch flavor boasts full 1080p support, HDMI, integrated NTSC / ATSC tuners, dual 10-watt speakers, a 176-degree viewing angle, 550 cd/m2 brightness, and then borrows the other specs from the less-featured siblings. Of course, the actual quality (and pricing) of the panels is still yet to be seen, but thankfully, that sneak peek should come sooner rather than later.[Via I4U]
Mustek intros PF-B800 and PF-B700 digital picture frames
Mustek has a pair of new low-cost digital picture frames for those looking for a more futuriffic means of displaying their family photos: the 8-inch PF-B800 and the 7-inch PF-B700 (seen here). Apart from size, they also differ in aspect ratio, with the PF-B700 sporting a potentially head-chopping 480 x 234 display, and its bigger counterpart getting a more traditional 640 x 480 number. Otherwise, the specs on each appear to be in line, with MPEG video playback in addition to JPEG support, slots for SD, MMC, Memory Stick and "other popular memory card formats," a remote control, and a built-in MP3 player and speakers for times when nothing but a sappy slideshow will do. Both are available now, in your choice of black or white frames, retailing for $100 and $180 depending on size.
Mustek announces DV536 super gadget
How much would you pay for a music- and video-playing gadget that could also take 10 megapixel still photos with a 10x zoom, capture 30fps VGA movies, record your whimsical musings, function as a digital card reader, and even encode footage directly from your TV or DVD player? $1000? How about $750? Surely you'd shell out at least $500 for such an amazing product. Well you'll be shocked to learn that Mustek is practically giving away all this and more for under $200 with its new DV536 Digital Camcorder-PVR. Too good to be true, you say? Well, yes and no; you really do get all of those functions in this new super gadget, but the list of caveats is rather long: the 2.4-inch screen isn't the best for watching flicks, that 10 megapixel resolution is really achieved through interpolation from a 5 megapixel CMOS sensor, and the 10x zoom we mentioned is of the digital variety, as no optical zoom is included. Plus, there's no way to schedule recordings and you're only getting 32MB of internal memory, meaning that you'll need a pretty big SD card if you want to store all those movies, photos, video clips, and songs you'll be loading this up with. Still, $200 isn't too bad for all the features you're getting here, even if none of them hold a candle to dedicated devices performing the same tasks. [Warning: PDF link]
