Epson Announces Portable EX90 Projector

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Epson Announces Portable EX90 Projector

Epson today announced the Epson EX90 projector, a multimedia projector that offers 2,600 lumens of white and color light output, XGA resolution and Epson's latest 3-Chip LCD technology. The six-pound projector has the MSRP of $899 and is intended for businesses that require a versatile, ultra-bright projector for high impact presentations. It features Epson's proprietary twin-optimized reflective E-TORL technology. Lamps using E-TORL technology have up to 50 percent longer lamp life than standard lamps, and are more energy efficient.

The Epson EX90 projector is supplied with a carrying case.

Key features of the Epson EX90:

• Epson 3LCD Technology: Features Epson's latest high-aperture, 3-Chip LCD optical engine; 3LCD technology provides true-to-life image quality using a solid-state optical engine that works without a moving color wheel, delivering accurate color registration, and detailed video and data images.
• Ultra-Bright 2,600 Lumens: Provides bright, colorful images in virtually any presentation setting, even well-lit rooms; light output is high in both white and color output; all Epson projection white light output (brightness) measurements meet the ISO 21118 standard.
• HDTV-Ready: Flexible enough to use for business during the day and to take home and watch high-definition video through various connectivity options (including component video via an included VGA-to-component video adapter); supports HDTV (720p, 1080i).
• 5-Second Quick Start-Up: Features "Instant On," which allows presenters to be up and running in only five seconds between pressing the "power" button and the appearance of the start-up screen.
• Epson Instant OffO: Enables presenters to turn off, unplug and pack up immediately and safely without a cool-down period, saving time and reducing hassle.
• A/V Mute Slide: Provides greater control over presentations with the ability to instantly and temporarily turn off sound and images.
• Simple Set-up and Flexible Positioning: Features a 1.2x power zoom lens that can project a large and clear image from either long or short throw distances, and auto keystone correction for immediate and automatic image adjustment.
• Complete specs.

The Epson EX90 projector is currently available backed up by a two-year limited warranty.

Source: Epson

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Creative Announces USB2.0 Sound Blaster X-Fi Surround 5.1

Creative Technology today announced the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Surround 5.1, its first USB 2.0 audio solution that provides users with the easiest upgrade from basic, built-in audio to the Xtreme Fidelity (X-Fi) audio experience for their PC and notebook.

Users can simply connect the device to their PC or notebook via the USB port and turn their MP3 and iTunes music into their own personal concert. The X-Fi technology also allows users to immerse themselves in full cinematic surround sound while watching DVDs or downloaded videos. Creative's EAX ADVANCED HD effects also provide realistic game play.

The X-Fi technology comprises two main features:

1. X-Fi 24-bit Crystalizer - Intelligently enhances all the highs and lows so everything can be heard in better clarity.
2. X-Fi CMSS-3D - Expands stereo MP3s and digital movies into virtual multi-speakers or headphones. Voices are centered in front of users with ambient sounds accurately positioned all around them, similar to a live performance.

With the built-in X-Fi technology, users of the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Surround 5.1 can now enjoy all their music, movies and games with one easy-to-use device that gives them premium cinematic sound quality and realistic surround sound effect on virtually any speaker systems or headphones.

Key features of the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Surround 5.1:

• Supports USB 2.0 for high quality 5.1 audio;
• USB bus-powered;
• Gold plated RCA front outputs and mini-jack surround outputs for maximum fidelity;
• Optical Output for connectivity to surround sound systems;
• 24-bit Playback and Recording ADC, DAC;
• X-Fi audio enhancement technology;
• Easily accessible Headphone out and Mic In for connecting headsets;
• Convenient Volume Control with push to mute feature;
• Line-in monitoring;
• Host-based EAX ADVANCED HD 4.0 and OpenAL support;
• Creative ALchemy software that restores DS3D Games' 3D audio in Windows Vista.

The Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Surround 5.1 will be available in the end of May'2008 for US$59.99. The bundled Creative Alchemy software supports host-based EAX 4.0, OpenAL, and restores surround sound for Windows Vista users.

Source: Creative Technology

Quad-Core AMD Opteron Processor Family Expands with New Low-Power Options

AMD today introduced the industry's first energy-efficient x86 server processors with four processing cores and an integrated memory controller all in a low 55-watt ACP thermal envelope. Blade and rack systems based on five new low-power Quad-Core AMD Opteron HE (Highly Efficient) processors are now widely available from global OEMs and solution providers.

Quad-Core AMD Opteron HE processors are available in both the 2300 and 8300 Series for two-, four- and eight-way rack servers and blades.

• Quad-Core AMD Opteron 2344 HE - $209
• Quad-Core AMD Opteron 2346 HE - $255
• Quad-Core AMD Opteron 2347 HE - $377
• Quad-Core AMD Opteron 8346 HE - $698
• Quad-Core AMD Opteron 8347 HE - $873

Source: AMD

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