BenQ Unveils Super-Slim T60 Mobile Phone

BenQ today announces the launch of its latest mobile phone - the super-slim BenQ T60, targeted at the sophisticated, style-conscious consumers. Measuring a mere 8.9mm thin, the T60 sports a spacious 2.2-inch QVGA TFT LCD display, a rarity for a phone this slim, a built-in camera with 3.2 megapixel photo output, and a high-quality multimedia player. The sleek T60 recently received the internationally-renowned red dot Design Award, a highly coveted accolade vied for by the world's top companies, for its innovative design, exceptional quality and high functionality.

BenQ's T60 super-slim mobile phone with extra-large screen is distinguished by chic aesthetics and smart functionality. A glossy stainless steel back tapers to a smooth curved blade, making the phone visually svelte and easy to slide into pockets and purses. The 5-way key is diamond sliced to add further brilliance and shine to the phone's metallic texture. Designed as a fashion accessory along the lines of pocket-sized luxury goods such as fountain pens, money clips and card cases, the T60 enhances today's digital lifestyle with its multi-functionality at an affordable price point.

The BenQ T60 features an embedded handy caller black list function that is able to screen out unwanted calls. It comes with 24 MB of internal memory, integrated stereo FM radio with schedule recording function, and a micro SD card slot. For optimal multimedia experience, the T60 performs accordingly with a wide variety of music file formats including MPEG4, MP3, AMR, MIDI and SP-MIDI. It also features Bluetooth with stereo sound (A2DP), remote control (AVRCP) support, and USB connectivity and has a standby and talking time of 200 hours and 3 hours, respectively.

The BenQ T60 will be available in Taiwan, Bangladesh and Turkey in April.

Source: BenQ

TRAVELSOUND i80 DOCKING SPEAKER: iPod LISTENING JUST GOT BETTER! Compact, lightweight design fits in the palm of a hand.

Creative, a worldwide leader in digital entertainment products, announces the TravelSound i80 docking speaker. Designed specifically for the iPod nano* this one-piece speaker, in stylish aluminium, is portable enough to fit in a pocket yet delivers surprisingly powerful, high-quality sound.

The secret behind the outstanding sound quality of the TravelSound i80 is its unique design. With four independent micro drivers and a digital amplifier, it delivers far more volume and clarity than much larger speakers. It also features a rechargeable battery so users can charge it via USB and enjoy up to 15 hours of playback - enough for a full day out and about. The USB connection, compatible with PCs and Macs, also enables users to sync an iPod to iTunes for easy management of playlists, or to transfer video and photos as well as music.

"The Creative TravelSound i80 is the first iPod nano speaker that's as portable as the player," explains Kristian Gunvald, European Brand Manager with Creative. "People can take it anywhere with their iPod nano and easily share music when they're on the move. The sleek aluminium design, which complements the look of the iPod nano, ensures that the system looks as good as it sounds."

The Creative TravelSound i80, which is certified by Apple for the Made for iPod Programme, is Creative's second TravelSound designed for iPod users. It complements the TravelSound i50, which was designed for the iPod shuffle and is already available on the market.

TravelSound i80 iPod nano docking speaker at a glance

• Four micro drivers and digital amplifier for superior audio quality.
• Built-in high-performance lithium polymer (LiPo) rechargeable battery delivers up to 15 hours playtime per charge.
• USB connection charges dock and iPod. Also supports transfer of music, photos and video.
• Adjustable speaker stand allows users to view photos or movies at optimum angle.
• Intelligent LED display indicates whether speakers are ready for use or charging.

* Third generation.

Creative

Creative is a worldwide leader in digital entertainment products for PC users. Famous for its Sound Blaster® sound cards and for launching the multimedia revolution, Creative is now driving digital entertainment on the PC platform with products like its highly acclaimed ZEN MP3 players. Creative's innovative hardware, proprietary technology, applications and services leverage the Internet, enabling consumers to experience high-quality digital entertainment -- anytime, anywhere.

Creative Labs Europe was established in 1993 to capture a bigger share of the growing European market. Its Headquarters and Operations/Technical Centre facility areis based in Dublin, Ireland, and provides an efficient, localised and customised product supply service to the European market. TheyIt also provides strategic customer support functions towhich complement those of Creative's sales offices in Benelux, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Spain, Sweden and the UK. The European operation currently employs around 350 people.

Source: Creative