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BBC to trial high definition broadcasts in 2006

9 November 2005, 00:43

BBC will trial broadcasts of high definition television in 2006, planning to simulcast highlights of BBC ONE's peaktime schedule in high definition on satellite and cable, as available, from mid-year

Packard Bell picks Nero Digital for breakthrough DVD player

8 November 2005, 19:24

Nero, leaders in digital media technology, and Packard Bell, the international forerunner in PCs and consumer electronics, announce the successful launch of the DVD-DivX 450 pro, a DVD player offering ...

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Info-Tek Unveils Mobile DVB-T Tuner Solution--GECUBE™ Digital TV Walker

8 November 2005, 09:12

GECUBE™, has announced the new release of a complete DVB-T tuner USB solution--the GECUBE™ Digital TV Walker.

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Creative announces improved audio in home entertainment!

7 November 2005, 15:40

Creative is continuing to drive the digital age with the launch of three stunning new speaker sets. Maintaining Creative’s reputation for award winning audio quality, the new speakers will provide ...

INTRODUCTION OF PC PARTNER LTD CONSUMER ELECTRONICS PRODUCTS - ZOTAC MP3 PLAYERS

7 November 2005, 12:42

PC Partner Ltd starts its mass production on ZOTAC Bomba 200 MP3 Player. The Bomba 200 OLED MP3 player delivers greatest elegance and exquisite elements to music enthusiasts.

AVerMedia launch the FIRST Express Card TV Tuner

7 November 2005, 12:15

AVerMedia Technologies Inc, a global leader in the development and manufacture of TV Tuner cards, has today announced the launch of the first and only TV Tuner for the new ...

Slim Devices 3rd generation Squeezebox open-source-based network music player

7 November 2005, 12:02

Slim Devices' 3rd generation Squeezebox open-source-based network music player features 802.11g wireless, dual internal antennas, 24bit Burr-Brown DAC, digital and analog jacks, and support for SqueezeNetwork - a new service ...

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CREATIVE ANNOUNCES THE ZEN SLEEK PHOTO – high-capacity MP3 and WMA PLAYER DESIGNED TO SUPPORT music subscription services

4 November 2005, 20:16

Features Stunning Colour OLED Screen for Vibrant Photos and Menus

Free short-movie downloads from BBC

4 November 2005, 18:40

BBC Film Network - the free interactive showcase for new British short film-making talent - has launched as a full service with new features and a new generation of films ...

Compro VideoMate U3 DVB-T Stick lets you enjoy your digital life

4 November 2005, 17:34

How can you miss this incredible TV tuner box?
Compro VideoMate U3 DVB-T Stick lets you enjoy your digital life!

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Dream’eo announces SOLO portable Windows CE multimedia player

4 November 2005, 16:21

SOLO, the latest Windows CE-based portable media player from Dream’eo, is compatible with all main digital standards like DivX, MP4, MP3 or Wav and carries a 20GB hard disk and ...

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Venturi incorporates WiMAX technology in Fétish all-electric car

3 November 2005, 18:40

The Venturi Fétish - the first production electric sports car in automobile history - incorporates a new data communication capability using an Alvarion pre-WiMAX wireless system

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iTunes Music Store Sells One Million Videos in Less Than 20 Days

31 October 2005, 20:02

CUPERTINO, California—October 31, 2005—Apple® today announced that iTunes® Music Store customers have purchased and downloaded more than one million videos since they debuted on October 12. Customers can choose from ...

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Disney signs agreement with Cinea to adopt anti-piracy solution for 2005 DVD awards screeners

28 October 2005, 18:33

The Walt Disney Studios will utilize state-of-the-art encryption technology from Cinea, a subsidiary of Dolby Laboratories, for 2005 DVD awards screeners

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Alpine's ground-breaking digital 5.1 surround sound system for new Jaguar XK

28 October 2005, 18:04

Alpine Electronics, the car infotainment specialists, have created a cutting-edge premium sound system for the new Jaguar XK sports car. A true 525 Watt digital amplifier, revolutionary subwoofer located in ...

ProSiebenSat.1 Group’s Sat.1 and ProSieben stations begin broadcasting HDTV

27 October 2005, 18:43

Bavarian Governor Edmund Stoiber launched the new HDTV television standard in Europe today as part of the Medientage München media event in Munich.

HDTV sales in the U.S. to grow 71% by 2009

27 October 2005, 17:23

Television manufacturers will see a surge in cumulative HDTV sales over the next few years, which will boost the overall market value to $65 billion by 2009, according to "Adoption ...

The Next Generation of The World’s Best-Selling Bluetooth® Headset from Jabra® Has Arrived

27 October 2005, 16:13

Jabra, a leading brand of hands-free communication products for the mobile consumer market, today announced the release of the Jabra BT500, the next generation of the world’s best-selling Bluetooth headset.

Q-BE - the smallest MP3 player in the world - The must-have gadget of 2005

27 October 2005, 10:49

Are you a gadget guru? Do you love splashing out on the latest technology? Once you've got a Q-BE, you'll be bombarded by friends and family all wanting to know ...

Easy and affordable PCTV entertainment with new-generation Pinnacle TVCenter software

25 October 2005, 21:52

Pinnacle Systems, Inc. has announced the release of Pinnacle TVCenter, the software that powers its entry-level PCTV internal and external range of products. Amongst other features, Pinnacle TVCenter allows the ...

MacExpo debut for iPod nano and iPod video accessories from PodGear

25 October 2005, 20:07

PodGear, an established UK brand of iPod accessories, today announced that it will be exhibiting four new dedicated iPod accessories for the latest iPod nano and iPod video on stand ...

First high definition broadcast of a live concert in DTS Surround Sound

25 October 2005, 19:16

DTS announces the success of the first European HD live broadcast into cinemas, with the exclusive Robbie Williams show featuring high definition video and DTS 5.1-channel surround sound, which took ...

VIEWSONIC PROJECTOR PACKS A POWERFUL PUNCH FOR ROAD WARRIORS

24 October 2005, 19:12

The PJ256D offers compatibility, ease of use and excellent image quality in a lightweight, mobile form factor that can be transported easily. The projector's multiple connectivity options include PCs and ...

Yamaha's Digital Sound Projectors named Products of the Year and Best Buy at 2005 What Hi-Fi? awards

24 October 2005, 14:53

Yamaha's multi award winning YSP800, new YSP1000 AND YSP1 ‘Digital Sound Projectors’, currently revolutionising the Home Cinema market have received further acclaim scooping the two most coveted awards of ‘Technology ...

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BlueBite opens for business in VoIP & Bluetooth for new-media marketing

21 October 2005, 21:04

BlueBite recently opened for business in its two specialised advanced areas of communication - voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and Bluetooth Wireless Technologies for new-media marketing - supported by a ...

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Orange Combines Over-The-Air Music Downloads With Web Access for Ultimate Music Experience

20 October 2005, 10:59

20th October 2005, London Orange today announced the launch of the UK’s first web integrated mobile music download service. The service allows management, storage and preview of tracks from the ...

Dolby's PC Entertainment Experience Initiative for Systems Integrators

18 October 2005, 20:21

New Dolby “Board Supports” logos make it easy for systems integrators to promote PCs built with mainboards that feature Dolby surround sound technologies

EU recommends improved EU-wide licensing for music downloads

14 October 2005, 15:45

Music copyright - Brussels, 12 October 2005 - The European Commission today adopted a recommendation on the management of online rights in musical works. The recommendation puts forward measures for ...

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Bluedelta launch MILESTONE video-over-CAT-5

13 October 2005, 20:08

Aimed at both the professional installer and true videophile, MILESTONE has applications as varied as home entertainment through to video surveillance; from as close as the next room to as ...

i-cuff DV - latest version of the first and only camera eyecup designed for camera operators shooting with or without glasses

3 October 2005, 21:49

Raider Productions, Inc. introduces i-cuff DV for the consumer market – the latest version of the first and only camera eyecup designed for camera operators shooting with or without glasses.