AMEX Digital unveils Android TV Media Player
By Tom LESKIN - [20/7/2011 - 12:58] - 
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I have to admit, at first I was confused about what this was, if it was a Chinese-made Google TV. While I’m not too familiar with the Chinese company, AMEX Digital, it seems they recently unveiled their newest product, the MP-G7,[...]
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Sapporo Shirakaba-dai Hospital begins using color e-paper patient guidance system
By Tom LESKIN - [15/6/2011 - 08:36] - 0 - E-book Misc
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You may remember back in July that Fujitsu announced their new wireless outpatient guidance system, that could make going to the hospital in Japan a bit more bearable, which packs an e-paper display, automatically registers patients at[...]
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Debris Removal System For Food Processing by Hitachi Zosen
By DigInfo TV - [15/6/2011 - 10:35] - 0 - Misc
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This sorter uses a camera to constantly monitor food products traveling on a conveyor belt at 1.5m/s. Any foreign matter such as plastic or plant debris is detected and removed with an air knife. “Right now we are running the dem[...]
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SANYO introduces audio processing solution for IC recorders
By Tom LESKIN - [15/6/2011 - 02:02] - 0 - Misc Voice Recorder
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On Monday, SANYO announced the introduction of the LC823425, an audio processing solution for portable devices such as digital voice recorders. This product features a built-in hardwired MP3 encoder/decoder system, enabling the industr[...]
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Intel to mass produce 3D transistors for all future CPUs
By Tom LESKIN - [5/5/2011 - 08:21] - 0 - Desktop Laptops Misc Phones
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At a press conference this morning, Intel revealed what they claim is the most significant technology announcement of the year, fueling Moore’s Law for years to come. Intel announced that it invented a 3D Tri-Gate transistor that[...]
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Panasonic to axe 17,000 jobs
By Andrew DAISH - [29/4/2011 - 10:55] - 0 - Misc
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The Japanese tech giant Panasonic has announced it will cut another 17,000 jobs in addition to the 18,000 job losses sustained by the company during the last business year. The proposed job cuts over the next two years will account for[...]
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Deal: Acer 27-inch LED monitor for $279
By Tom LESKIN - [28/4/2011 - 06:00] - 0 - Displays Misc
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I know we don’t usually post these types of things here on Akihabara News, but I think that while everyone would love to own the latest and greatest tech toys, it’s not always possible due to the prices. Deals are also some[...]
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Former Sony President and Chairman dies at 81
By Tom LESKIN - [24/4/2011 - 11:56] - 4 - Misc
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Sony recently reported that its former president and chairman Norio Ohga died Saturday at 81 due to multiple organ failure. Ohga had given up a career as an opera singer to join Sony in the 1950s and later led its expansion into movies[...]
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Wipe Glove the Smartphone and DAP Edition, now Sweat in style!
By Daimaou - G.G-B - [19/4/2011 - 10:55] - 0 - Misc
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Podo bestseller Product, the Wipe Glove, a pair of jogging glove made to wipe your sweat while running, has been upgraded to now fit your digital life handy with the Wipe Glove Smart Series. Like the regular Wipe Glove, the Smart Serie[...]
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Stealth’s LPC-670, the most powerful & advanced small form PC
By Ike - [15/4/2011 - 08:05] - 0 - Desktop Misc
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Stealth Computers (a manufacturer of industrial rugged computers and peripherals) introduced the LPC-670, the most powerful and advanced small form Little PC in their lineup. This full featured machine utilizes the new Intel® Core i7/i[...]
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Panasonic introduces Android based eX3 in-flight entertainment system
By Daimaou - G.G-B - [11/4/2011 - 03:54] - 1 - Misc
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We may finally have the chance to get a descent in-flight entertainment system soon thanks to Panasonic! In preparation for sometimes now, Panasonic’s new eX3 is an android based advance system that will not only provide flyers with th[...]
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Japan’s earthquake shut down six Sony manufacturing facilities, other companies still assessing the situation
By Ike - [13/3/2011 - 10:55] - 10 - Misc
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Yesterday Sony announced the imminent shut down and evacuation of their main manufacturing facilities, 6 most notably from the Miyagi and Fukushima prefectures which are located near the earthquakes epicenter. The shut down is a tempor[...]
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[CEBIT 2011] Ultra X, The diagnostics experts.
By Ike - [2/3/2011 - 07:49] - 0 - Misc Peripherals Software
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Have you ever been in one of those situations where you are gaming and all of a sudden your harddrives crashes and fails? Or you are listening to your favorite MP3s only to find out that there is no music? You check your computer and [...]
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Panasonic introduced a new 20” Electric Bicycles for elderlies in Japan
By Daimaou - G.G-B - [4/2/2011 - 04:47] - 0 - Misc
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Panasonic new 20” BE-ENS033 Electric bicycle has been designed to fit Japanese elderlies needs when it comes to electric bikes. Thanks to a pair of 20” and a new “low-floor design, the BE-ENS033 comes with two new electric mode made to[...]
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EDV-01, the japanese ApocalypseProof house.
By Akihabara News Team - [19/1/2011 - 12:35] - 2 - Misc
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Gizmodo reported earlier via Wired Italy that Daiwa Lease is working on a post-disaster self-installing self-sufficient house. Daiwa Lease is part of the Daiwa House group, Japan’s largest homebuilder, specializing in prefabricat[...]
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Daito Manabe new crazy Party in Mouth concept
By Daimaou - G.G-B - [17/1/2011 - 03:21] - 0 - Misc
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Daito Manabe is a Japanese Genius with a huge G… This young artist, DJ and also Programmer is famous in Japan for his amazing creations as well as being the master behind several stunning commercials for many local and International br[...]
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Japanese sushi chefs concerned by overseas hygiene standards
By Akihabara News Team - [28/12/2010 - 12:11] - 2 - Misc Offbeat
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The All-Japan Sushi Federation, led by legendary sushi chef Masayoshi Kazato, is getting concerned that sushi might be categorized as “dangerous food” because of poor hygiene in overseas restaurant. They are planning on lau[...]
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Sony launches Music Unlimited, cloud-based music shop
By Akihabara News Team - [24/12/2010 - 10:45] - 0 - Misc
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Sony finally came up with something concrete to retaliate against Apple’s iTunes Store. Two days ago, Sony Japan announced the launch of Music Unlimited, a music shop based on Qriocity’s cloud technology and featuring songs from major [...]
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LG will put $18 Billion on the table in 2011 for “Electronics”
By Daimaou - G.G-B - [20/12/2010 - 05:28] - 6 - Misc
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According to Reuters, the Korean giant LG is going to spend up to $18 Billion by investing 12% in order to concentrate on “Electronics” like TVs, displays and other none “handset” goods including Solar Cell technology to compensate the[...]
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Phone x Phone, the iPhone goes landline
By Akihabara News Team - [13/12/2010 - 10:59] - 0 - Misc Phones
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This is the kind of gadget you know at first glance to be almost useless but want to buy anyway. Hashy Top-in brings us the Phone x Phone, a simple device to give a landline look to your iPhone. Again, not very useful but pretty funny.
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You will never get cold feet again
By Akihabara News Team - [8/12/2010 - 12:10] - 0 - Misc
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Thanko has once again released an idiotic yet appealing product for the holidays. If you want to go from chilly to cosy, behold, the electric warming insoles ! Each of the soles weighs 15g, uses 3 AA batteries in a 100g power unit (bat[...]
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Anychair, an Office “Must Have”
By Daimaou - G.G-B - [6/12/2010 - 11:44] - 4 - Misc
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We all remember Thanko “Lazy Geek’s Cushion” the ultimate “Geek” tool, and today Thanko has for us another “wonder” tailored this time for “lazy” executives or office worker with the AnyChair. In just 30 seconds, according to thanko, y[...]
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