Technology/Gadgets news

Lexar Media Announces New Flash Memory Cards Using Micron’s New High-Capacity 34nm NAND

The manufacturer that builds digital cameras to go boldly where none have gone before has announced the PENTAX Optio W80. More adventure-proof than ever, this latest PENTAX digital camera is waterproof, dustproof, coldproof, and now shockproof enough to withstand impact from a fall of more than three feet (one meter).

Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced the Dakota 10 and Dakota 20 handheld GPS navigators, packing a high sensitivity GPS receiver, worldwide basemap and color touchscreen display into a compact, waterproof device with up to 20 hours of battery life.

Verizon Wireless and HTC today introduce the Verizon Wireless HTC Ozone(TM). This easy-to-use smartphone combines a simple design with a host of connectivity options that include the nation's largest wireless 3G network, global roaming and Wi-Fi, making it a smart option and, at $49.99*, a great value for first-time smartphone users or savvy business professionals.

Apple® today announced that it has sold over one million iPhone™ 3GS models through Sunday, June 21, the third day after its launch. In addition, six million customers have downloaded the new iPhone 3.0 software in the first five days since its release.

Maria Sharapova today unveils cutting edge student works as part of Sony Ericsson’s latest design and style initiative, with London College of Fashion, which explores the link between technology and style trends.

LG Electronics (LG), a global leader and technology innovator in mobile communications, will introduce the company’s latest innovative handsets and strategic direction for the year at CommunicAsia 2009 in Singapore taking place from June 16-19.

Since the Hasselblad HTS 1.5 tilt-and-shift lens adapter began shipping to distributors earlier this year, the innovative accessory has met with glowing praise from photographers and the trade press worldwide.

Sigma Imaging (UK) Ltd is pleased to announce that the suggested retail price of the new SIGMA 10-20mm F3.5 EX DC HSM will be £649.99. This new lens will run alongside the current Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM and is expected to be available in the UK in July for Sigma, Canon and Nikon fit, with Sony and Pentax fit arriving in August.

Sigma Imaging (UK) Ltd is pleased to announce that the new SIGMA 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM is now available in Sony and Pentax mounts.

Tamron Co., Ltd is pleased to announce the release of the SP AF60mm F/2 Di II LD (IF) MACRO 1:1 (Model G005), a life-size macro lens designed exclusively for digital SLR cameras with APS-C size image sensors* that offers a fast maximum aperture of F/2.0. The new lens is made available in mounts for Canon, Nikon (with built-in AF motor) and Sony.

At the Nokia Connection event held in Singapore today, Nokia demonstrated its commitment to harness the power of the internet and mobility to deliver compelling services and solutions to consumers.

LG Electronics (LG), a global leader and technology innovator in mobile communications, today announced the launch of the LG-GM730, its newest handset in LG’s smartphone line with advanced features that are also easy to use. This is the first smartphone to offer the new version of Windows Mobile 6.1, integrated with LG’s advanced 3D S-Class User Interface. The LG-GM730 will be on display at CommunicAsia 2009 in Singapore from June 16-19.

New 3G World Phone Keeps You Connected on High-Speed CDMA Networks in North America and UMTS/HSPA Networks Abroad

Unquenchable hunger, infamous words of wisdom and frequent outbursts make navigation with Homer a real treat for Simpsons fans

Innovative Smartphone Delivers the Renowned Usability and Performance of the BlackBerry Solution with Powerful Communications and Multimedia Features

O2 today confirmed two exciting iPhone developments. Firstly, the launch of two new iPhones, the iPhone 3G S 16GB and iPhone 3G S 32GB. Both will be available in the UK exclusively on the O2 network on 19 June.

SPARKLE Computer Co., Ltd., the professional VGA card manufacturer and supplier, today unveils the Calibre X265/X265HM Graphics Card, providing unparalleled DX10 gaming performance for mainstream gamers with non-reference PCB design and excellent cooling system.

Sony Ericsson launches new GreenHeart™ products with focus on sustainable innovation

Panasonic today announced the release of two of the world’s lightest*, High Definition (HD) camcorders – the HDC-SD10, which uses an SDHC/SD Memory Card as recording media, and the Twin Memory Type HDC-TM10, which records onto both an 8GB** Built-in Memory and an SDHC/SD Memory Card.