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Kenwood introduces two new entry level AV GPS in Japan with the MDV-434DT and MDV-333

Here you are the MDV-434DT and MDV-333, Kenwood latest entry level AV GPS! Announced at respectively 85,000 and 75,000 Yen, these new AV GPS comes with a 2x Digital TV tuner while the MDV-333 only comes with a single 1Seg TV tuner. Bot[...]
Kenwood introduces two new entry level AV GPS in Japan with the MDV-434DT and MDV-333
Kenwood introduces two new entry level AV GPS in Japan with the MDV-434DT and MDV-333Kenwood introduces two new entry level AV GPS in Japan with the MDV-434DT and MDV-333

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Buffalo bring Remote Play, DivxHD, Flac and Basic NAS Features in its latest Link Theater

Most Buffalo Link Theater media player where until today pretty lame is crippled with DRM and other limitation, however today, Buffalo announced a new generation with the LT-V200, capable to not only support the usual MPEG-1/2 and WMV9[...]
Buffalo bring Remote Play, DivxHD, Flac and Basic NAS Features in its latest Link Theater
Buffalo bring Remote Play, DivxHD, Flac and Basic NAS Features in its latest Link TheaterBuffalo bring Remote Play, DivxHD, Flac and Basic NAS Features in its latest Link TheaterBuffalo bring Remote Play, DivxHD, Flac and Basic NAS Features in its latest Link TheaterBuffalo bring Remote Play, DivxHD, Flac and Basic NAS Features in its latest Link Theater

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Kenwood upgrade its compact K-Series compact Hi-Fi with USB and PC Support

The cute yet powerful K-Series compact Hi-Fi from Kenwood has been introduced this morning in Japan in yet another version the R-K731. This compact all in one wonder comes with the usual CD, Radio and Digital Output and Input audio but[...]
Kenwood upgrade its compact K-Series compact Hi-Fi with USB and PC Support
Kenwood upgrade its compact K-Series compact Hi-Fi with USB and PC SupportKenwood upgrade its compact K-Series compact Hi-Fi with USB and PC Support

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Pioneer intros the Smart Theater S500SW Series in Japan

This morning Pioneer announced the Smart Theater S500SW, a new AV combo including the VSX-S500 6Ch receiver DLNA 1.5 compatible and supporting FLAC, WAV, MP3, WMA and AAC files as well as including an AM/FM Radio tuner and iPod/iPhone [...]
Pioneer intros the Smart Theater S500SW Series in Japan
Pioneer intros the Smart Theater S500SW Series in JapanPioneer intros the Smart Theater S500SW Series in Japan

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Pioneer launches the STEEZ Portable DAP with the NSP-D10P

Pioneer announced today a new line-up of Audio product with the STEEZ series, among the product announced today and that we will cover later on, Pioneer Japan introduced a new very interesting and stylish DAP, the STEEZ Portable NSP-D1[...]
Pioneer launches the STEEZ Portable DAP with the NSP-D10P
Pioneer launches the STEEZ Portable DAP with the NSP-D10PPioneer launches the STEEZ Portable DAP with the NSP-D10P

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JVC new NX-TC40 compact Hi-Fi comes with both iPod/iPhone support and with a 1Seg TV Tuner

JVC added a new compact Hi-Fi this morning to its Japanese catalog with the NX-TC40. This new audio system comes with the usual CD, MP3, WMA, WAV and even WMV (Video) Support via USB or directly from a CDR, but also comes with an iPod/[...]
JVC new NX-TC40 compact Hi-Fi comes with both iPod/iPhone support and with a 1Seg TV Tuner
JVC new NX-TC40 compact Hi-Fi comes with both iPod/iPhone support and with a 1Seg TV TunerJVC new NX-TC40 compact Hi-Fi comes with both iPod/iPhone support and with a 1Seg TV Tuner

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Yamaha add FLAC support to its RX-V771 via Firmware update

Yamaha Japan announced this morning that its newly introduced RX-V771 Network AV receiver will get FLAC file support via Firmware upgrade. This Firmware 1.1.3 comes in a 25MB file that need to be loaded on a USB stick prior to flash yo[...]
Yamaha add FLAC support to its RX-V771 via Firmware update

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Iriver Russia unveils the P8 a new 5” PMP

Iriver Russia unveiled a new PMP from the Korean manufacturer with the P8. Available in 8 or 16GB, this new PMP comes with a 5” WVGA touchscreen, HMDI out with 1080p video playback, a battery capable to offer up to 10h of continuous vi[...]
Iriver Russia unveils the P8 a new 5” PMP
Iriver Russia unveils the P8 a new 5” PMPIriver Russia unveils the P8 a new 5” PMPIriver Russia unveils the P8 a new 5” PMPIriver Russia unveils the P8 a new 5” PMPIriver Russia unveils the P8 a new 5” PMP

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Thanko bring another Chinese Android Media Box in Japan

Known as ADMEPL01 and sold at 9,980 Yen, this new Android 2.2 Media Box imported by Thanko will do just fine for everyone who’s interested in getting an affordable Android setup box hooked to their TV. The ADMEPL01 comes with the usual[...]
Thanko bring another Chinese Android Media Box in Japan
Thanko bring another Chinese Android Media Box in JapanThanko bring another Chinese Android Media Box in JapanThanko bring another Chinese Android Media Box in JapanThanko bring another Chinese Android Media Box in JapanThanko bring another Chinese Android Media Box in Japan

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Pioneer introduced two new 2.1Ch all in one BD Home Theaters in Japan

Pioneer will launch at the end of July two new 2.1Ch All in One BD Home Theaters in Japan with the HTZ-HW919BD and HTZ-616BD at 90,000 Yen and 55,000 Yen respectively. Both are capable of 5.1 Virtual Surround and comes for the High-end[...]
Pioneer introduced two new 2.1Ch all in one BD Home Theaters  in Japan
Pioneer introduced two new 2.1Ch all in one BD Home Theaters  in Japan

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Yamaha introduces the RX-V771 Network AV Receiver in Japan

Already available in the Europe and in the UK Yamaha’s latest Network AV Receiver finally hit Japan. Announced at around 90,000 Yen this 7.2 Ch AV Receiver comes with support of DLNA 1.5, as well as MP3/WAV/WMA/AAC(MPEG-4) and FLAC aud[...]
Yamaha introduces the RX-V771 Network AV Receiver in Japan
Yamaha introduces the RX-V771 Network AV Receiver in Japan

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Pioneer Upgrade its VSX AV Receivers line-up in North American with AirPlay and DLNA

Pioneer USA has introduces five new VSX Elite receivers in the USA with the Pioneer VSX-40, VSX-50, VSX-51, VSX-52 and VSX-53. All models offer seven channels with a power output ranging from 80 to 110W and with the exception on the en[...]
Pioneer Upgrade its VSX AV Receivers line-up in North American with AirPlay and DLNA
Pioneer Upgrade its VSX AV Receivers line-up in North American with AirPlay and DLNAPioneer Upgrade its VSX AV Receivers line-up in North American with AirPlay and DLNAPioneer Upgrade its VSX AV Receivers line-up in North American with AirPlay and DLNAPioneer Upgrade its VSX AV Receivers line-up in North American with AirPlay and DLNA

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Pioneer introduces the VSA-LX55 a new AV Receiver with support of both DLNA 1.5 and AirPlay

Pioneer’s new VSA-LX55 is the company latest 7.2cv AV receiver. Available early July at around 150,000 Yen the VSA-LX55 comes with Pioneer’s Home Media Gallery function, Internet Radio vTuner and the support of both AirPlay and DLNA 1.[...]
Pioneer introduces the VSA-LX55 a new AV Receiver with support of both DLNA 1.5 and AirPlay
Pioneer introduces the VSA-LX55 a new AV Receiver with support of both DLNA 1.5 and AirPlay

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[Computex 2011] ECS introduces a new Android based Color e-Book reader

The Taiwanese company ECS introduced a new color eBook reader at Computex 2011, the EB-850R. This device comes with an 8-inch (800×600) color resistive touchscreen, is powered by a Wondermedia 8650CPU, comes with 256MB or 512MB of[...]
[Computex 2011] ECS introduces a new Android based Color e-Book reader
[Computex 2011] ECS introduces a new Android based Color e-Book reader[Computex 2011] ECS introduces a new Android based Color e-Book reader[Computex 2011] ECS introduces a new Android based Color e-Book reader

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Iriver T9, a tiny yet fully loaded Mp3 Player

Go figure, people are still buying Mp3 players! Nope and despite the hundreds of thousands of Smartphones sold each days there is still plenty of room for Mp3 players like Iriver latest T9 wonder. In tiny 82×25.5x12mm body and for[...]
Iriver T9, a tiny yet fully loaded Mp3 Player

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Onkyo debuts new network-capable home theater receiver, brings advanced video capabilities

Known for their quality home entertainment technology, Onkyo recently introduced the TX-NR809 THX Select2 Plus Certified, 7.2-channel, network-capable home theater receiver with new audio and video upgrades. The TX-NR809 adds both the [...]
Onkyo debuts new network-capable home theater receiver, brings advanced video capabilities
Onkyo debuts new network-capable home theater receiver, brings advanced video capabilitiesOnkyo debuts new network-capable home theater receiver, brings advanced video capabilitiesOnkyo debuts new network-capable home theater receiver, brings advanced video capabilities

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Pioneer refreshes its Carrozzeria AVIC PND line-up in Japan

Along side the world first AR Car Navigation system, Pioneer released this moring three new Carrozzeria AVIC PND with improved accuracy, traffic data and forecast. Available in three different sizes with the 7”WVGA AVIC-T99, the 5.8” W[...]
Pioneer refreshes its Carrozzeria AVIC PND line-up in Japan
Pioneer refreshes its Carrozzeria AVIC PND line-up in JapanPioneer refreshes its Carrozzeria AVIC PND line-up in JapanPioneer refreshes its Carrozzeria AVIC PND line-up in Japan

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Creative introduces Iriver Clix like Zen M300 and M100 DAP

In design recycling ideas and concept is everything and today’s announcement from Creative latest DAP with the M300 and M100 series is no exception. So let’s put aside the fact that these new DAP look really similar to Iriver first Cli[...]
Creative introduces Iriver Clix like Zen M300 and M100 DAP

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RM-XR350MC, a waterproof GPS for Motorbike by RWC

The Japanese company RWC introduced today a new PND with the RM-XR350MC. Made for bikes and motorbikes. This ‘Japan only’ GPS comes with a new rugged all weather and waterproof casing matching IPX 54 standards. Available ne[...]
RM-XR350MC, a waterproof GPS for Motorbike by RWC
RM-XR350MC, a waterproof GPS for Motorbike by RWCRM-XR350MC, a waterproof GPS for Motorbike by RWCRM-XR350MC, a waterproof GPS for Motorbike by RWCRM-XR350MC, a waterproof GPS for Motorbike by RWC

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Yamaha brings its Black NPS2000 Network Player back to Japan

Yamaha’s NPS2000 is the holy grail of network players. It uses the company experience to bring the sharpest audio possible to anyone who owns a huge digital music library either stored on a PC, iTunes Server, a NAS or any networked sto[...]
Yamaha brings its Black NPS2000 Network Player back to Japan
Yamaha brings its Black NPS2000 Network Player back to JapanYamaha brings its Black NPS2000 Network Player back to JapanYamaha brings its Black NPS2000 Network Player back to JapanYamaha brings its Black NPS2000 Network Player back to Japan

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Sony adds three new IC Recorders in Europe

Well look at that! It seems you guys in Europe have some interest in IC-Recorders after all! Today Sony introduced three new models that all come with 2GB of internal memory as well as MicroSD Cards or M2 Memory cards. Both the ICD-SX7[...]
Sony adds three new IC Recorders in Europe
Sony adds three new IC Recorders in EuropeSony adds three new IC Recorders in EuropeSony adds three new IC Recorders in EuropeSony adds three new IC Recorders in EuropeSony adds three new IC Recorders in Europe

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Olympus adds two new Linear PCM Recorders to its catalog in Japan

Yesterday Olympus has introduces two new Linear PCM Voice Recorder in Japan with the LS-7 and DS-800. The first model comes with a 24bit/96kHz Linear PCM (WAV) recording mode as well as Olympus DVM technology allowing you to fine tune [...]
Olympus adds two new Linear PCM Recorders to its catalog in Japan
Olympus adds two new Linear PCM Recorders to its catalog in JapanOlympus adds two new Linear PCM Recorders to its catalog in JapanOlympus adds two new Linear PCM Recorders to its catalog in JapanOlympus adds two new Linear PCM Recorders to its catalog in JapanOlympus adds two new Linear PCM Recorders to its catalog in Japan

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