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Aluratek's 10.5-inch ADMPF110 digiframe does HD movies, too
Since the medium-sized digiframe market is getting so crowded these days, it's leaving manufacturers with little choice but to spruce up their offerings or get left in the crowd. Thankfully for us all, Aluratek has decided to bolster its stance by throwing down a 10.5-inch digital photo frame that not only sports a sleek, classy design, but also ups the ante in the specs department. The 1,024 x 768 resolution seen here has definitely made an appearance on another (albeit larger) frame before, but it touts 256MB of built-in memory, USB 2.0, compatibility with CF, MS, SD, MMC, and xD flash cards, and support for JPEG, Motion JPEG, AVI, and MP3 file formats. Additionally, a bundled wireless remote allows you to control the still / video slideshows from afar, and the audio output enables users to crank things on the home stereo whilst utilizing the integrated display. Best of all, the pricetag isn't one to balk at, as the $199 Aluratek is asking for here isn't too greedy at all when compared to the (mostly lacking) competition. [Via PopGadget]
Brookstone's Digital Photo Wallet eliminates need for prints
While digiframe manufacturers keep pushing for larger and larger LCD sizes to adorn (or completely consume) your coffee tables, Brookstone's going the opposite direction with its Digital Photo Wallet. The presumably chintzy "nappa leather" wallet doesn't look to be of much better quality than those sold at your favorite dollar-for-everything store, but it does manage to house a 1.4-inch LCD that reportedly stores 55 photos. Additionally, it's completely removable and rechargeable, sports an on / off button and scroll controls, and interfaces with your PC via USB. Of course, you could just stick with the wallet you're comfortable with and pick up a digital photo keychain, but if you're serious about this one here, watch for it in mid-May for $59.
Pandigital's PAN-150 digiframe hits the 15-inch mark
'Twas only a matter of time before digital photo frames began creeping up in size to go toe-to-toe with our LCD monitors, and Pandigital is helping the cause with its PAN-150. The 15-inch behemoth will soon be vying for table space as it shows off your high-resolution shots and gives that bedroom LCD TV a run for its money. Specs wise, it'll reportedly sport a 1,024 x 768 resolution, 256MB of internal memory, built-in USB port, MPEG1/4, AVI, and MP3 playback support, integrated stereo speakers, and of course, the ability to play nice with SD, xD, MSPro, MSDuo, CF, and MMC flash cards. Best of all, however, isn't the stylish wood frame or the bundled bragging rights, but the respectable $299 pricetag combined with a launch date within the week.
Digital Foci rolls out Image Moments 6 digiframe
Although the barrage of new digital cameras have (rightfully) claimed the limelight at PMA, Digital Foci is looking to grab your attention with its budget-priced Image Moments 6. The IMT-062 digiframe sports a downsized 5.7-inch 640 x 480 resolution LCD (compared to its eight-inch sibling), brushed chrome facade, USB port, audio output, integrated speaker, built-in timer, and an obligatory automatic slideshow mode. As for compatibility, you'll have no qualms shoving your CF, MicroDrive, SD, MMC, MS, MSPro, xD, or MSDuo cards directly into the device, and you can also fiddle with the transition effects and slideshow intervals to keep things fresh. Furthermore, the frame can reportedly play back MPEG 1/2/4 videos or MP3-backed photo shows as well, and the wireless remote will allow you to handle the action from the comforts of your recliner. Sadly, you'll have to wait until June to pick this one up, but it'll only run you $159 when it comes time to buy.[Via MacMinute]
Westinghouse launches five digital picture frames
If there's one piece of technology which can unify geeks and non-geeks alike, it's digital picture frames. Westinghouse wants to get into the game as well, with its five new frames that range from the DPF-0562 5.6-inch model ($100) to the DPF-1411 14.1-inch model ($400), the latter of which sports a 16:9 aspect ratio. Like many of its competitors, Westinghouse's include a base amount of storage (128MB), but offer compatibility with most of the standard card formats including CF, SD, MMC and xD. Don't have a flash card? Really? There's a pair of USB ports as well for your data transferring pleasure. Either way, expect to see these hit stores sometime after March of this year.
Pandigital unveils 10.4-inch video-playing digital photo frame
Apparently Pandigital put up some stellar sales figures over the holidays with its foursome of video-playing digital photo frames, and now the company is raising the stakes by tossing out a 10.4-inch edition with 256MB of internal memory. The PAN10-2 features a 1,024 x 768 resolution, 350 cd/m2 brightness, 500:1 contrast ratio, and a 178-degree viewing angle. Additionally, the frame will play back MPEG 1/4 and AVI movie clips, MP3 files stored on the internal memory, and of course, roll through slideshows of your favorite galleries. You'll also get a wireless remote to control the action from afar, and if the quarter-gigabyte of built-in space isn't roomy enough for you, feel free to cram any of your SD, xD, MS, MSPro, MSDuo, CF, or MMC cards in the flash card reader for nearly limitless fun. So if you weren't able to woo your secret Santa into gifting you with a digiframe last month, you can pick up this 10.4-inch rendition for $249.99 in "mid-February."[Via PhotographyBlog]
Ceiva announces low-cost, WiFi-ready Digital Photo Frame lineup
The bevy of entirely overpriced digiframes out there had us wondering when digital frame prices would finally stoop beneath the stratosphere, and while we're still not entirely there yet, Ceiva is making strides. The firm's most recent lineup features both 7- and 8-inch flavors, decked out in wood or black frames and sporting "high resolution" LCDs. While marketed as a groundbreaker in the world of WiFi frames, this is far from the first wirelessly-enabled rendition out there, and oddly enough it doesn't even include an 802.11 adapter right out of the box. While $24.95 Ethernet and $34.95 WiFi adapters are available, the PicturePlan service (3 months free, $6.95 per month thereafter) works by default using a standard telephone line which "dials up" to check for daily photo updates that you (or someone else with permission) has uploaded to your Ceiva online portfolio, and also gives you access to "free channels for daily updates of weather, sports, and news." While all this fancy connectivity is fine and dandy, the frames also accept your typical CF, MS, MS Pro, MS Duo, SD, SmartMedia, MMC, Micro Drive, xD, and miniSD cards, but apparently lack a convenient USB connection. Nevertheless, the 7-inch Digital Photo Frame comes in at just $149.99, while the 8-inch variety demands $50 more, and bundles of all types are available if you're interested in years of PicturePlan service or ho hum digital cameras.[Via Digital Camera Info]
Smartparts adds 5.6-inch and 10.4-inch digital photo frames to lineup
Smartparts is expanding its offerings in the ever-popular digiframe market by offering two new models just in time for the holiday rush. The 12- x 10-inch option (SPDPF104) boasts a 10.6-inch 640 x 480 resolution LCD, 350cd/m2 brightness, 250:1 contrast ratio, MP3 playback, video output, and a nifty wireless remote to control the action from afar. The smaller sibling (SPDPF56E) rocks an 8- x 7-inch frame, which packs a 5.6-inch 320 x 234 resolution display, 300cd/m2 brightness, and 150:1 contrast ratio. Both units support automatic slideshows, AVI / JPEG playback, USB 2.0 ports, and a built-in flash card reader supporting SD, MMC, and MS cards, while the big brother plays nice with SM, CF, and xD flavors as well. The acrylic-framed SPDPF104 will set you back $249.99, while the wood-flanked SPDPF56E will run you just $99.99, and both are available right now.
Pandigital busts out four video-playing digital photo frames
Although the built-in MP3 player on Pandigital's newest foursome of digital frames is commendable, it's certainly not a new addition, and while they lack the integrated WiFi that certain alternatives have, boasting the ability to play back full-motion MPEG-1/2/4, and AVI video along with the usual still slideshows is definitely noteworthy. The upscale digiframes come in 5.6- ($129.99), 7.0- ($149.99), 8.0- ($199.99), and 9.2-inch ($249.99) flavors, while the whole gang comes with interchangeable wood / acrylic panels to fit the surrounding decor. Loading up those YouTube-worthy masterpieces shouldn't be an issue considering the 64MB of internal memory, "multiple" USB 2.0 ports, and a 6-in-1 media card reader that plays nice with SD, xD, MS, MS Pro, CF, and MMC formats. The units also support photo transfers directly from digital cameras, and can accept all sorts of media files from USB thumb drives or nearby computers. Pandigital plans to have these in stores "for the holiday season," and considering the reasonable prices and robust feature set, we'd say those stockings have found a stuffer.[Via LetsGoDigital]
