Microsoft’s Xbox Kinect is the Hottest Product of the Holidays

Microsoft's Xbox 360 gaming system turned 5 years old on Thanksgiving week with little fanfare. That is because Microsoft has been celebrating all month with the success of the Xbox Kinect, the motion sensor that turns the user's entire body into the controller. In one 10 day period Microsoft sold 1 million Kinects and says it is on pace to sell 5 million over the holiday season.

So how did the Xbox 360 become one of the hottest products of the holiday season, when history tells us it should be packing up for the retirement community? Microsoft saw the trends, figured out what consumers they still needed to reach, and came up with an answer. Moore's Law, in short, that electronics double in power every two years, no longer applied to video game systems.
 Ever since the first Nintendo Entertainment System was released in 1983, each generation of gaming console has lasted for approximately five years before it was replaced by a vastly superior product. It was easy to recognize the difference between the side-scrolling two-dimensional graphics of the Super Nintendo in 1990, and the three-dimensional worlds of the Nintendo 64 in 1996.

Today, the graphics of the Xbox 360 and Sony PlayStation 3 are already so advanced, that five years later, technology has not been able to produce a device that could leapfrog them in the same way.
Microsoft recognized that the consumer video game market had reached a tipping point, and now instead of withering away in old age, Xbox 360 is celebrating a rebirth. Don Mattrick, the president of the Interactive Entertainment Business at Microsoft has stated, "Kinect transforms entertainment and introduces Xbox 360 to millions of new people — families, friends and people of all ages." Microsoft saw a way to open up an old product to a whole new market of consumers, and Kinect became the must-have item this holiday season. 
A (Virtual) Leg Up on the Competition (or Giving the Competition the (Virtual) Finger)

Nintendo introduced motion controlled gaming with the Wii in 2006, and family-friendly games like Wii Sports launched the system to the top of the gaming world. The Wii uses a rectangular remote controller with an accelerometer and a sensor bar with LEDs and infrared detection. The result is a controller that tracks users' arm movements in 3D space, and it created an exciting and unique gaming experience.

The novelty of watching your cartoon avatar bowl and play tennis with your actual arm motions was paired with adding motion elements to Nintendo staples such as Super Mario Bros., and made Wii an incredibly popular holiday buy.
 While Wii was perfect for families and casual gamers, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 were targeted towards more serious gamers with adult themed titles such as the shooters' Call of Duty and Halo driving sales. With the traditional timelines showing this generation of gaming system reaching the limits of its life-span, it was not surprising that Sony and Microsoft both looked to add something new to reinvigorate the brand, and reach into the casual gaming market.

Review: Kodak Pulse Digital Frame

One of the problems inherent in the digital frame market is the fact the frames generally sit dark on shelves and book cases a few months after purchase. Most consumers rarely update the pictures they originally uploaded and most of the earlier models did nothing more than display a finite amount of images.

The category has evolved right along with consumer memory sharing habits and the new Kodak Pulse may be the best example of this. One of the more versatile frames we’ve played with, the Pulse has added WiFi capabilities along with very simplistic operation. The fact it can be managed from a computer and synched with the Kodak Gallery as well as other social networking sites like Facebook make this a very compelling gift option for the less tech savvy folks in your life. The notion that you can purchase the Pulse for your mother who lives in Florida and then manage the frame for her in New York  is very slick.

   The Pulse measures only 6.25” x 7.5” x 1” and the unit’s touchscreen LCD panel is 7 inches (diagonal) and is surrounded by a 1-inch black border with an attractive gunmetal trim. While most manufacturers refrain from putting their logo anywhere on the front of the frame, Kodak couldn’t resist but it is very faintly placed in the border beneath the LCD in a light shade of gray that’s barely visible.

   Interesting to note is the fact the frame’s screen aspect ratio is 4:3 which is the default ratio that most of today’s point-and-shoot cameras use – the point being the images will nicely fill the screen. Many older frames were 16:9 and left thick black borders on the edges while displaying images from many cameras. The Pulse’s native resolution is 800x600 so images appear crisp and sharp as well and the brightness is nicely subdued.

   There are a few different ways you can load your images onto the device or you can simply slide them over to a memory card or flash drive as the Pulse has a USB port as well as slots to accommodate SD MMC, xD and MS cards.

Using the Web to load images has not been the typical way users have gone about this process, but Kodak has made this extremely easy with the Pulse. As soon as you turn the frame on it prompts you to connect to your WiFi network. If you’ve played with other WiFi frames you may recall this as a fairly laborious process. On the Pulse you are spared layers of menu options to do this as you can quickly touch the necessary letters and you’re set in a snap.

  Perhaps most impressive is the fact you can manage all the frame’s options remotely through www.kodakpulse.com. Once you log in through the account you create, the frame is automatically connected to a WiFi network. Here’s where the Pulse separates itself from the pack as through the aforementioned Web site you can view the images on the frame, adjust things like slideshow settings and, slickest of all, even set up the frame to automatically import images from either Kodak Gallery or Facebook.

   Here’s where the non-tech among us can benefit as you can constantly feed the Pulse you purchased for your grandparents with the latest images of you and the family as you can update the frame’s content through the Pulse website on the fly. It’s actually simple enough to allow them to do this as well but the key here is the fact there’s no reason to let the frame go dark as new images can be uploaded daily.

   Kodak has even set up each Pulse with a free e-mail address so you can send photos directly to the frame this way as well.

One of the few drawbacks of the Pulse is the fact it doesn’t play video but we must add that we’ve found playing video on a digital frame was never an optimal experience as repeatedly hearing the audio in a loop got rather annoying after a few cycles.

As we touched upon earlier the GUI on the Pulse is conveniently uncluttered – just a tap on the screen and six icons instantly pop up offering the variety of ways you can have the images displayed – collage, slideshow, etc. along with a few other basic functions. The back of the frame itself actually has only two buttons – one to power the frame on and the other to enter the extended settings menu, which configures WiFi and checks for software updates. Add 512MB of internal memory so you don’t have to leave media sticking out of the frame and it’s easy to see that Kodak’s goal here was to do all the thinking for you. 

   Kodak has certainly stepped things up in both the frame and digital camera categories of late, bringing highly functional yet very easy to use models to market that really focus on easily sharing your images. The new Pulse certainly speaks directly to this strategy and the $129 price tag certainly fits the bill as well. EG

Kodak Pulse Digital Frame$119.95 (off of Kodak Web site)www.kodak.com• E-mail pictures directly to frame• Connect to pictures on Facebook and Kodak Gallery• Touchscreen and WiFi enabled

New Gear For the New Year

Contour recently announced the company’s high-performance 2025 and 2032 coin cells specifically designed for 3DTV active shutter glasses. These specifically designed coin cells are available at Amazon, Fry’s Electronics and One Call as well as Consumer Electronics wholesaler Petra. With distribution coverage across North America and the United Kingdom, Contour’s 3DTV coin cell batteries are now available with the company forecasting pent up consumer demand for 3DTV movies, programming content and gaming. According to research conducted by the Consumer Electronics Association, there is already “relatively strong demand for 3DTV. Roughly 25 percent of U.S. online adults say they are interested in buying a 3DTV sometime within the next three years.” Based on these findings, over 3 million 3DTVs are forecast for potential purchase in 2010 in the U.S. alone.   With 11 percent of U.S. online adults projected to purchase a 3DTV in 2011, potential sales are forecast to nearly triple to 8.25 million 3DTVs. With two pairs of 3DTV glasses projected for each household that purchases a 3DTV, demand for coin cells and their ongoing replacements has the potential to reach tens of millions over the next three years. www.contourenergy.com

Omnimount IES1 iPad/eReader Stand 
The OmniMount IES1 allows users to display their iPad or eReader on a stand, or attach it to a wall mount or desktop mount, giving them a hands-free option to use their device. Though designed specifically for Apple’s iPad and Amazon’s Kindle, it will support any multimedia device up to 9.5” wide, rotates from portrait to landscape easily, and has a sleek, anodized finish that was meant to be as stylish as the technology it supports. MSRP - $49.95 www.omnimount.com

Naxa Electronics has announced the introduction of the NMV171 MP4 Digital Media Audio/Video Player with PLL FM Radio, 1.8” LCD Color Screen, “Easy Touch” One Step Function Controls.
The player also has a host of functions including built-in 4GB flash memory, speaker and PLL digital FM radio, with SD card slot and included accessories: Converts and Supports Various Video and Music Formats, Supports Various Picture Formats, has Text Display (ID3 Lyric Display), has built-in Voice Recording (built-in microphone), Electronic Volume Control, has Built-in High Performance Speaker, Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery, USB Cable Included, Professional Stereo Earphones and has a UL/ETL Approved AC Adaptor. The NMV171 is available in multiple fashion designer driven colors. The NMV171 is scheduled for delivery in January 2011 and the anticipated suggested retail is $19.99. 

www.naxa.com 

Accell new HDMI over single Cat5e/6 
Accell’s HD-AV Center can support long cable runs of up to 328 feet (100m), and can be viewed at CES Booth #20325. The Accell HD-AV Center, a transmitter and receiver set featuring HDBaseT technology, can send uncompressed full HD digital video, audio, 100BaseT Ethernet power, RS232 and infrared control signals over a single Cat5e cable. The HD-AV is optimized for High Definition video application, supporting all resolutions and video formats including 1080p, 4K and 3D. 
   Featuring a data transfer rate of up to 10.2Gbps, the HD-AV Center is fully HDCP compliant and compatible with the latest HDMI High Speed specification. The HD-AV Center supports the CEC functionality and provides an Ethernet 10/100BaseTx pass through, which is ideal for use with IP enabled TV’s and devices. www.accellcables.com

Casio PRIZM

The Casio PRIZM is advancing the next-generation of graphing calculators with its high- resolution color LCD and various functions designed to assist with math lessons, and who doesn’t need help with that? PRIZM™ includes the world’s first Picture Plot*1 function that enables users to plot graphs over curves and other familiar shapes in real life, such as the parabola of jets from a water fountain. The high-resolution color LCD delivers full textbook-style display.
   PRIZM™ is revolutionary among graphing calculators with features that enhance users’ understanding of mathematics. With conventional graphing calculators, students learn by inputting equations to create graphs. PRIZM™ creates a whole new way to learn math by enabling students to experiment by creating their own graphs over pictures of real-life scenes, and then understand the functions from the graphs that they created on their own. PRIZM brings math to life with vivid images and color displays which offer students a fun and innovative way to learn in the modern-day classroom. MSRP - $129.99

Sanus® TV/Furniture Strap
The Sanus Elements™ ELM701 Anti-Tip Strap features a durable, shock-resistant, polypropylene strap that provides a secure four-point connection. It connects twice to the back of the TV, once to the back of furniture and once to the wall. A home accessory product designed to minimize the chance of flat-panel TVs and furniture tipping over due to accidental bumping or nudging.
A 2009 study by Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, reported nearly 17,000 children were admitted to emergency rooms in 2007 (the last year complete figures were available) when furniture or TVs had fallen on them, a 41 percent increase since 1990. The study attributed the increase to the popularity of large flat-panel TVs with consumers and unstable furniture. None of the TVs or furniture they were placed on were properly secured.
   The Sanus Elements™ ELM701 Anti-Tip Strap’s universal design works with nearly all furniture and flat-panel TVs up to 60”. All hardware is included. The strap is currently available for a list price of $24.99. www.sanus.comd


Accell’s The PowerSquid Power Outlet 
Multiplier and Surge Protectors easily convert one grounded outlet into five grounded, adapter ready outlets. PowerSquid models will be showcased at CES  at Booth #20325. The varying lengths of the PowerSquid’s arms provide increased reach and flexibility, allowing each outlet to be readily positioned for convenient use. The built-in surge protection defends connected devices against power surges, protecting sensitive electronics, and will also stop sending power to the connected devices if the surge protection is no longer functioning.
    “Their new fail-safe design protects connected equipment if the surge protection function is rendered inoperable by a power surge. The PowerSquid continues to evolve with new features and functionality.” 
   The PowerSquid power outlet multiplier and surge protectors comprise a broad line of PowerSquid products to be marketed by Accell. The PowerSquid products are manufactured under license from Trident Design, LLC. www.accellcables.com

Accell UltraRun Cables supporting the new SuperSpeed USB 3.0 standard will be seen at Booth #20325 at the 2011 CES.  Accell’s UltraRun USB 3.0 cables support long cable runs of up to 20 feet (6m).
   SuperSpeed USB offers increased performance enhancements to the current Hi-Speed USB standard.  Featuring a 5 Gbps signaling rate, it offers a 10 times performance increase over Hi-Speed USB, as well as improved power efficiency.  USB 3.0 is backwards compatible with the extensive amount of USB-enabled devices currently manufactured in the market.  
   The UltraRun USB 3.0 long length cables by Accell are available in both USB A to B and USB A to Micro B configurations in 20 feet (6m) lengths.  They feature active cable technology that enables the data to travel at SuperSpeed signaling rates over long distances and require no external power.  Accell’s line of SuperSpeed USB 3.0 cables are available now. www.accellcables.com

Blade Series — The next generation of wall furniture, 
OmniMount’s Blade Series, features the slimmest wall furniture profile available, at an astounding 1.13” deep. The frame ships as one piece, ensuring a quick and easy install for even the most timid do-it-yourselfer. The tempered black glass shelves are designed deep enough to accommodate most DVD players. Cable boxes and video game consoles up to 35 lbs. and integrated cable management behind the covers allow wiring to be concealed without running them inside the wall. MSRPs have not been released. www.omnimount.com

Atdec will showcase Levitate at CES 2011, a radically innovative mounting solution for flat-screen displays that allows even large sized desktop monitors to be tilted, positioned and re-positioned in seconds, without cumbersome user actions. The new Levitate mount is a dramatic step forward in both functionality and aesthetic design, that enhances virtually any workplace environment.  
   Cable management hides unsightly wires internally, and the polished aluminum/stainless steel-finished cosmetics will appear in multiple color variations for different decors and architectural spaces. Levitate is perfect for graphic design stations, touchscreens, collaborative workspaces, or any other application where a monitor needs to be easily and quickly positioned for comfort of use, or shared and re-positioned for multiple users, while keeping the workspace neat and attractive.
The inbuilt Levitate Dynamic Lift Assistance (DLA) consists of adjustable springs in both the upper and lower arms, designed to allow the arms to be raised and lowered and rotated 360°, independently. This allows users to position monitors with unparalleled ease in an infinite range of positions, and to accommodate almost any workstation environment no matter how tight or restricted.
   Levitate comes standard with both a bolt through and desk clamp mounting option. The bolt through mounting option will support up to 13kg (28.6lbs) and the desk clamp option will support monitors up to 9kg (19.8lbs). For those customers who prefer a desk clamp option and need to mount heavier than 9kg (19.8lbs) displays, a heavyweight desk clamp accessory will be available to support displays up to 13kg or 28.6lbs. Atdec’s Levitate will be available February 2011 at an MSRP of $299. The additional desk clamp heavyweight accessory will be available at an MSRP of $59. For additional info on Levitate please go to: http://www.levitatemonitorarm.com/

Atdec Showcasing TH-2050-VFM Full Motion Arm At CES 2011
One of the unique features of the TH-2050-VFM is its 12” x 12” mounting configuration option in addition to the standard VESA mounting configurations. By supporting the 12” x 12” pattern, the TH-2050-VFM accommodates the range of displays that require unconventional VESA mounting hole patterns without the need to go for a bigger universal mount.
This advanced and ergonomic wall mount solution allows for a wide-range of movement so that any flat panel TV is visible from almost any angle. The TH-2050-VFM is the perfect finishing touch for an office, home office or any location in the home. The TH-2050-VFM is currently available. Key features include: Supports displays up to 77 lbs. and features smooth glide technology for effortless and easy movement, accommodates the entire range of displays that require unconventional VESA mounting hole patterns without the need to purchase a bigger universal mount, 12” x 12” mounting configuration option in addition to the standard VESA 4”x 4”, 8”x 4” and 8”x 8” mounting configurations, TV tilt adjustment +20°/-5°, TV horizontal adjustment of -/+5°, and maximum reach from the wall of 21 1/4” and a minimum distance from the wall of 4 1/3”. MSRP: $269 www.atdec.com

dB Logic  debuts the first headphones and earphones with healthy-listening technology for teens and adults offering superior sound, style and comfort. dB Logic’s SPL2™ Technology delivers no-battery-required, ultra-low distortion, sound pressure level limiting headphones and earphones. Combining superior sound, style and comfort with healthy listening, dB Logic today announced the world’s first family of no-battery-required, ultra-low distortion sound pressure level limiting headphones and earphones for teens and adults. dB Logic’s headphones and earphones with SPL2™ technology help protect users from long-term hearing damage. In addition, the company is also launching “dB Logic for Kids,” the first family of high-sound-quality headphones with SPL2 technology designed for children.
“The enormous popularity of MP3 players and other portable audio devices may be dramatically accelerating hearing damage among young people.” According to a recent article in the Journal of the American Medical Association, “One in five teenagers today is already experiencing significant hearing loss.” dB Logic’s proprietary sound pressure level (SPL) limiting technology, SPL2, limits volume levels using advanced circuitry, eliminating the need for bulky battery-powered processors required by competitive sound pressure limiting products. By maintaining the integrity of the sound, the limiting is virtually transparent to the listener, and the audio content does not sound clipped or distorted. dB Logic’s headphones and earphones for adults will be available in a variety of fashionable colors, including Passion (red), Envy (green), Salmon (pink), and Sky (blue), black, and silver. dB Logic for Kids products will feature stylish prints and patterns, as well as a padded headband to allow for maximum comfort on smaller heads. Priced from $29.99 - $39.99 www.dblogic.com


Sanus Basic Series Furniture and
No-Drill TV Mount Kit
Sanus is now shipping two new models within its Foundations® Basic Series furniture line and a mount kit that attaches directly to the furniture for a no-drill TV mounting solution. 
   Foundations Basic Series furniture models BFAV344 and BFAV550 (pictured here) are three-shelf AV stands that offer sleek, modern designs to complement any home décor. The BFAV550 offers a stylish waterfall design and hardwood front veneers that come in a rich chestnut or chocolate finish, for an elegant look in any room of the house. Both furniture units feature generous cable management holes for keeping AV cables organized and adjustable feet for maintaining stability on uneven floors. Both units support TVs up to 56 inches and have a top shelf weight capacity of 125 lbs. 
Both can be used in combination with SANUS’ new Foundations FMK056 Mount Kit for a convenient, no-drill TV mounting solution. 
   The FMK056 includes a tilting mount that supports flat-panel TVs from 30 to 56 inches weighing up to 125 lbs. and provides ±12 degrees of tilt and up to 30 degrees of swivel for simple TV viewing angle adjustments. All models are now available for the following list prices: $269.99, BFAV344; $229.99, BFAV550; $199.99, FMK056. www.sanus.com

KEF Q Series
The new KEF Q Series features the latest Uni-Q driver array, developed from Concept Blade, that embraces a new, larger, high performance vented tweeter mounted at the acoustic center of a new metal cone LF/MF Driver. The flagship floor-standing speaker, the Q900, is the first Q Series speaker in 19 years that features a brand new 8” Uni-Q driver accompanied by an 8” aluminum LF driver and two 8” ABR’s. The new lineup also features the return of a dipole speaker, the weighty Q800ds, as well as a 10” front firing 200-W built-in Class D subwoofer with matching finishes, the Q400. Q500 - Retail: $499.99/ea. Q700 - Retail: $699.99/ea. Q900 - Retail: $799.99/ea. Bookshelf Speakers: Q100 - Retail: $499.99/pr., Q300 - Retail: $599.99/pr. Home Theater Speakers: Q200c - Retail: $399.99/ea., Q600c - Retail: $599.99/ea., Q800ds - Retail: $699.99/pr. Subwoofer: Q400b - Retail: $649.99/ea.
www.kef.com

Nyrius® is proud to debut several new products at the 2011 CES for their release later in the year. They will join Nyrius’ previous Innovations Award winning products of translators and home theatre accessories. Enter the NiPC400, Nyrius portable iPhone travel system. Enjoy up to five hours of continuous video watching, conference calling or gaming with the unit’s rechargeable lithium polymer battery. You can also fully charge your iPhone up to two times before having to recharge the system’s battery. Shaped like a steering wheel, the system is ideal for gaming and provides precision maneuvering when playing games on your iPhone. The rubberized grip allows for comfortable, controllable game play.  The docking system locks your iPhone into place and gives you full access to your entire screen. Available in January 2011 for $79.99. Bluetronics Group booth in Central Hall, Booth 15221. www.nyrius.com


Levana was recognized for excellence by iParenting Media, Life Buzz and The National Parenting Center. This year the Levana family is even bigger and more exciting. The child safety industry leader has added four new baby monitors. The systems are part of the brand’s Twinkle series monitors and include features such as 2-way audio communication and improved audio and video quality as well as many added bonuses. The base street prices of the new Levana line will be: LV-TW100 $29.99, LV-TW200 $89.99, LV-TW301 $139.99 and LV-TW501 at 159.99. www.mylevana.com

Bell’O CW343 Bent Wood Audio/Video Furniture in Vibrant Espresso Finish - 52” Width
This unique audio/video furniture with dynamic sloping sides is crafted of
real bent wood in a beautiful Vibrant Espresso finish. It can accommodate
most Flat Panel TVs up to 55”, plus at least four audio/video components on
the elegantly tinted tempered safety glass shelves. Accented by its Black
Chrome posts, this model features a CMS® Cable Management System to hide and manage unsightly interconnect cables and power cords. The open architecture provides plenty of ventilation for convection cooling of components. www.bello.com

EZAIR is announcing the debut of their Full HD 1080p AV streamer called the EZView +.  This simple to use product enables the consumer to stream their favorite HD digital content, be it movies, video, pictures or music, from their laptop PC to a flat panel TV wirelessly-up to 30 ft away! 
   In the US, over 178 million people are watching online video content on a monthly basis. According to Forrester Research, more than 10 million of those people are connecting their PC to a TV. Today that involves the connection of long cables and adaptors. EZAir offers the customer a much better and easier way- simply plug and play!
   Using a pair of USB dongles, the EZView + can wirelessly stream up to  full HD 1080 p video (1920x1080) and up to 5.1 surround sound audio from a laptop PC to a flat panel TV, home theater system, projector or monitor. EZAIR + is an ‘in room’ consumer solution (line of sight required) and allows the consumer to enjoy all their favorite online content on the display screen of their choice.
   The EZView + is the latest in a line of consumer focused products from EZAir which includes the EZView (720p), EZVibe audio streamer and EZDock. The EZView comes with HDMI cable, ‘quick start’ guide, full warranty, and will have a MSRP of $199. It will be available at select retailers as well as www.EZAirwireless.com

New from NAD: The VISO THREE Music System. VISO THREE is the biggest sounding small music system available, a space-saving CD Receiver that lets listeners enjoy music from CDs, an iPod (through an included dock and charger), a USB drive, or RDS radio. The suggested price is $899; available in the first quarter. www.nadelectronics.com

PSB’s CS1000 Universal/Outdoor Speaker features a sophisticated design ideal for outdoor and indoor residential and commercial environments, including residential decks and patios, retail stores, restaurants, hotels, and fitness centers. The suggested price is $499/pair; available in the first quarter.
   PSB is exhibiting in Suite 30-129 at the Venetian Hotel. www.psbspeakers.com


The new Monitor Gold GX is a completely ‘ground up’ design featuring advanced driver technologies and materials amalgamated to form a real world, yet truly esoteric speaker range. Monitor Audio engineers set their sights high by attempting to harness the amazing sonic characteristics demonstrated by the prestigious Platinum series. It’s therefore no surprise a plethora of ‘trickle down’ technologies have been used as the base ingredients. Our engineers focus on what makes a speaker sound inherently right. There are no smoke and mirrors here, just meticulous attention to detail and passion at every step of the design process. Venetian, suite # 29-110. www.monitoraudio.co.uk
 
The New Monitor AirStream 20
 The AS20 adds an iPod® dock and stereo sound to the brilliant medley of AirStream 10 utilities, making it the ultimate portable music system for the home. Not only will you enjoy intuitive access to FM, Internet radio and all your music files, you’ll appreciate the additional convenience of docking your iPod when the mood takes you or having instant access to something new from those of friends and family.  And we’ve turbo-charged the sound to give you higher quality stereo reproduction as well. In the AS20, you’ll love the sensation of AirStream’s build quality and the compact, tactile nature of its streamlined design. But you’ll also experience fingertip control over an even wider choice of music, from sources as distant as any continent or as near as your phone. Venetian, suite # 29-110.
www.monitoraudio.co.uk

Nyrius’ Media Fusion TV Dock is compatible with the iPhone and iPod (NiC709) to watch your videos, play your music and display your photos. Share your portable media with your friends and family with your existing television. You are not restricted to high definition televisions with the Media Fusion dock which utilizes composite ports. Available in January 2011 for $69.99. Bluetronics Group booth in Central Hall, Booth 15221. www.nyrius.com

SanDisk’s iSSD is the first high-capacity embedded SSD and is designed for convergent mobile computing devices such as tablet PCs, ultra-thin notebooks, set-top boxes and Internet TV applications. It’s also worth noting iSSD was selected as an honoree in the Enabling Technologies product category for the 2011 CES Innovations Awards. SanDisk® integrated SSD (iSSD) is smaller than a postage stamp and weighs less than a paper clip, has the fastest high capacity embedded storage solution at this physical size— designed for high performance and reliability for mobile computing platforms, a broad range of capacities available to OEM customers—4GB to 64GB, Market research firm IDC establishes “Embedded SSD” category for highly portable consumer electronics devices.
www.sandisk.com

KEF T Series
Designed to complement today’s stylish flat panel televisions, KEF T Series is one of the world’s thinnest high performance home theater and flat panel audio systems. The T Series combines two landmark KEF innovations: a radical new ultra-low profile bass and midrange driver, and a large, fully vented new tweeter. By incorporating both in cabinets only 35mm deep, the T Series delivers true high-fidelity sound in a thin speaker that perfectly complements the aesthetics of the latest flat screen TVs. Sweet and pure midrange performance is assured by a new large diaphragm tweeter developed directly from the Concept Blade loudspeaker project. T305 System: Features four T301 satellite speakers, one T301c center channel and a T-2 subwoofer. Retail: $1,999.99. T205 System: Features two T301 satellite speakers, two T101 satellite speakers, one T301c center channel and a T-2 subwoofer. Retail: $1,799.99. T105 System: Features four T101 satellite speakers, one T101c center channel and a T-2 subwoofer. Retail: $1,499.99. www.kef.com

PNY Product Promotion
PNY Technologies®, Inc. has extended their partnership with Sony Pictures Home Entertainment for a national product promotion, now including mobile compatibility with Windows® Phone 7 devices. With every new purchase of specially marked PNY product, consumers will receive one bonus full-length movie download from Sony Pictures, valued at approximately $10.00. Products include PNY HDMI cables, 8GB and higher SDHC™ flash memory cards and USB flash drives, DDR1/DDR2/DDR3 memory kits, and consumer graphics cards. Users can redeem at www.pny.com/movies with the unique promotion code found within the package. www.pny.com

Bell’O NTC2131 No Tools
Assembly Medium Espresso Wood Frame Audio/Video
Furniture - 44" Width
This stately audio/video furniture is solidly crafted of a combination of beautiful Medium Espresso finished wood with modern Black Chrome accents on the sides. It can accommodate most Flat Panel TVs up to 46” and up to four audio/video components on its elegant Black tempered safety glass shelves. The patented No Tools Assembly feature makes this model easy to assemble in minutes with absolutely no tools required. It also features a CMS® Cable Management System to hide and manage unsightly wires and interconnect cables.
www.bello.com

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