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February 9, 2006 "To satisfy demanding gamers and digital media enthusiasts, we're offering the most powerful technology options available today in our new Gateway FX510 Series desktops," said Marc Demars, Gateway's senior director of product marketing. "With new features such as the Intel Pentium Extreme Edition(R) Dual Core 955 processor, leading-edge graphics solutions, advanced high-end audio, and huge hard disk drives, we are truly delivering a PC powerhouse." Gateway customers who visit http://www.gateway.com or call 1-800-GATEWAY
can
choose from three new PC series, the DX110, DX210 and FX510 Series.
By
ordering direct from Gateway, consumers can fully customize their PCs
to meet
their needs; they can configure the processor, display, memory, hard
drives,
optical drives, speakers, audio card, graphics cards, keyboard, software,
services and security solutions. The new FX510 Series desktops come standard supporting Intel(R) Viiv(TM) technology with Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Media Center Edition 2005. In addition, the systems may be upgraded to Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Pro. Ready for entertainment, the PCs come standard with an integrated TV tuner and remote control for enjoying live and recorded TV and FM radio from the comfort of the couch. In addition, the FX510XL configuration comes standard with the Gateway's award-winning 21-inch Widescreen High-Definition LCD monitor, which provides high pixel resolution for a crisp, clear picture and DCDi(R) by Faroudja for enhanced video processing. The LCD can be used in landscape or portrait mode and features picture-in-picture capabilities and multiple video, USB 2.0 inputs and an IEEE 1394 FireWire(R) port. The Gateway FX510 Series are housed in an advanced 7-bay, quiet and
cool
BTX chassis featuring an optimized cooling architecture that allows
it to
easily handle the fastest processors and power-hungry graphics. The
design
more effectively cools internal components, thereby increasing overall
reliability and extending the life of key components by up to 82 percent
over
traditional ATX designs.(1) The chassis is also tool-free, so customers
can
quickly and easily add or update cards, hard drives and optical drives.
In
addition, the desktops provide Gigabit (10/100/1000) Ethernet for a
fast
network connection. The new DX Series delivers enhanced graphics capabilities using ATI(TM) Radeon(R) X300 based integrated graphics supporting DirectX 9.0 for enhanced video, mainstream gaming and digital media hobbies. Plus, if customers wish to upgrade their Gateway DX Series PCs with dedicated graphics in the future, they can do so using the systems' open PCI Express x16 slot. The DX Series is ready to take on these applications, as it uses a 6-bay uBTX chassis, a smaller version of the FX510 chassis that still provides the same noise reduction, cooling and reliability benefits to customers. The DX Series PCs offer integrated high-definition audio supporting
7.1
speaker arrangements for vibrant sound. With a wide range of connectivity
options, the new DX Series desktops include six USB 2.0 ports, one IEEE
1394
FireWire(R) port and integrated 10/100 Ethernet for networking capability.
In
addition, all systems also come pre-installed with Cyberlink PowerDVD
for DVD
movie playback and Nero 6 Suite for quick and easy creation of photo
slide
shows and CD music. Gateway's commitment to quality and reliability is evident in its award-winning line of PCs as well as in its exceptional service and support programs. The company's extensive online support center helps customers maximize their PC investment; it gives them easy access to customer support representatives and information on important issues such as warranties, technical issues and upgrading. Protecting the customer's data and investment, the new Gateway desktop PCs are pre-installed with s a 90-day trial of McAfee Internet Security Suite(TM) (Anti-Virus, Anti-Spam, Anti-Spyware, Firewall and Parental Control).(5) A pro-active service tool called BigFix(R) is included at no charge on all Gateway systems.(5) With the customer's permission, BigFix identifies and sends messages offering upgrades to enhance the performance or capabilities of the PC. Additionally, the Gateway System Recovery solution offers all customers
the ability to easily recover drivers, applications or the full factory
image.
The Gateway System Recovery solution provides advanced recovery capabilities
that are easily available, so consumers experience less down time in
the event
of a system issue. Unlike other recovery systems, Gateway's solution
lets
customers restore the factory software image while maintaining all data
files
stored on the PC. Back-up options and restore procedures are simple,
thanks (1) Accolade Engineering Solutions, January 2005. The Arrhenius
Acceleration Reaction Rate Model is used to estimate the improvement
in mean time to failure (MTTF) based on temperature of the component. CyberLink Corp. (5203.TW), a leader in Digital Home solutions, today announced that magic video editing software CyberLink PowerDirector 5 now features Magic Fix, a new editing tool that corrects unsteady videos and unfocussed photos instantly from DV camcorders or digital cameras. CyberLink PowerDirector 5 includes improved magic tools, new effects, a title designer and support for high-definition video content, in addition to Magic Fix and another new feature Magic Style. These latest features speed up the editing process while adding more fun to the creative movie experience. “Every video or photo enthusiast knows the experience of unfocussed photos and unsteady videos,” said Alice H. Chang, CEO of CyberLink. “Magic Fix is the editing safety net for unforeseen situations, giving users even more choice of the clips and photos they can use. By providing a quick method of rectifying these mistakes for both videos and photos, Magic Fix satisfies all types of home video enthusiasts.”
Video Stabilization
Refocusing Photos
Product Information: Version comparison can be found here: http://www.gocyberlink.com/multi/products/compare_4_ENU.html Availability: Online Store PowerDirector 5 is available for USD 89.95/Euros 74.99 at the CyberStore: http://www.gocyberlink.com/multi/cyberstore/order_4_ENU.html
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About CyberLink Corp. February 8, 2006Microsoft Xbox 360 Launched With InterVideo DVD Engine Playback Software; Software Supports DVD Video Playback and Windows MCE Playback Using the Xbox 360's Remote Control InterVideo(R), Inc. (NASDAQ:IVII) announced today that the new Xbox 360(TM) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft(R) Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) includes the award-winning DVD engine from InterVideo's WinDVD(R) for video playback. InterVideo previously announced the licensing agreement with Microsoft last May. The much-anticipated Xbox 360 provides consumers with a high-definition gaming experience, multi-channel audio fidelity and high-quality DVD playback, making it a highly versatile entertainment solution for today's digital lifestyle. In addition to providing standard DVD features, InterVideo's DVD playback software delivers support for display on high resolution progressive and interlaced monitors as well as decoding high definition television content. When the Xbox 360 is combined with a Windows(R) XP Media Center (MCE) 2005-based PC, users have a complete home entertainment center that can control everything from watching and recording live television, to playing and recording digital music, to viewing and manipulating video, DVDs and photos. A Designed for Windows XP Media Center Edition Partner, InterVideo has ensured that the DVD playback software bundled with the Xbox 360 works seamlessly in MCE environments. "Microsoft is very pleased with the work InterVideo has done to deliver high-quality movie playback on the Xbox 360 and its work in PC/CE convergence," said Ray DiCasparro, Director of Business Development, Microsoft Entertainment. "InterVideo's DVD playback engine complements both the Xbox 360 and Windows XP Media Center Edition technology while providing consumers with a more CE-like experience on their PC." "With the launch of the Xbox 360, Microsoft is delivering much more than a powerful game-playing device," said Steve Ro, InterVideo CEO and President. "The new Xbox has earned its place in the living room by offering a full range of home entertainment functions. We're delighted with the role InterVideo DVD playback software will play in making the entertainment capabilities of the 360 even more enjoyable." The Xbox 360 is now available in the US, Europe and Japan. Launches will follow in Mexico and Columbia on February 2, Korea on February 24, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Singapore on March 2, and Australia and New Zealand on March 2. Microsoft hopes to ship 4.5 million to 5.5 million Xbox 360 systems by June 2006. InterVideo's WinDVD playback engine is incorporated in over 125 million installations worldwide for both personal computer and consumer electronics devices. InterVideo's DVD playback engine is available for licensing to OEMs, system integrators and platform builders in PC, CE set-top boxes, handheld mobile devices, and video game consoles. About InterVideo, Inc. InterVideo is a leading provider of DVD software. InterVideo has developed a technology platform from which it has created a broad suite of integrated multimedia software products that allow users to capture, edit, author, burn, distribute, and play digital video. InterVideo's software is bundled with products sold by the majority of the top ten PC OEMs ranked in terms of sales by IDC. The company is headquartered in Fremont, CA with regional offices in Europe, Taiwan, China and Japan. For more information, contact InterVideo at 510-651-0888 or visit the company's Web site at www.intervideo.com. Cannon PC Release AMD Media Center for $1,295 The FX Series Media Center is housed in a sleek low profile living room style case that is available in black and silver finish. The case measures only 17 X 4 X 16 inches so it is small and inconspicuous and will fit nicely in any living room or A/V cabinet. The FX series is designed to run cool and quiet so low-noise high air volume CPU and ventilation fans can barley been heard. It has a dual line VFD on the front to provide visual information about the media center or to display your favorite RSS feed. Concealed behind a drop down door is the dual layer DVD writer (standard with this model). Also behind the drop down door are 2 USB ports, 1 fire wire (1394a), 1 microphone and 1 head phone jacks. The system comes standard with AMD 3000+ processor, 512 MB RAM, 80 GB hard drive, dual layer DVD writer, 1 NTSC analog TV tuner, 6 Channel audio, 400 watt power supply, Microsoft Media Center Remote, Microsoft Media Center keyboard and built in ATI Integrated graphics with DVI connection. All Cannon PC Media Centers are powered by Microsoft's Windows XP Media Center 2005 operating system and each system is fully customizable to fit the needs of any user. The starting price as configured is $1,295. Cannon PC will be releasing a complete line of AMD Media Centers in early February. This will double the number of Media Center models available from Cannon PC and allow customers the choice of AMD or Intel. To learn more about the FX Series Media Center and their other models of Media Centers, go to www.cannonpc.com. CyberLink DVD Solution Bundled With LG's Notebooks Provides Users With the Best DVD Suite Experience CyberLink Corp. (5203.TW), a world leader in Digital Home solutions, announced today that CyberLink DVD Solution will be bundled together with LG’s Notebooks. CyberLink's DVD Solution includes everything users need for playing, editing, authoring, burning, slideshow creation and data backup. The suite includes the renowned CyberLink PowerDVD, PowerProducer, Power2Go and InstantBurn. PowerProducer allows editing and authoring of videos as well as photo editing and slideshow creation. Power2Go provides a fully- fledged burning application and InstantBurn allows users to access their rewriteable optical discs in the same way they would an additional hard drive. "Partnering with LG provides notebook users with the best and most complete DVD solution on the market", said Alice H. Chang, CEO of CyberLink. "As our success at this year’s CES proves, we are also leaders in providing next generation burning and authoring solutions to our OEM customers." About CyberLink Corp. Founded in 1995, CyberLink Corp. is a world leader and pioneer in providing integrated solutions for the Digital Home. The products are categorized into two major lines: Digital Multimedia Solutions and Training Solutions. Digital Multimedia Solutions include DVD Burning and Creativity Products focused on media creation by advancing the technologies to capture, edit, author and record all types of media; Digital Entertainment products provide high-quality media enjoyment on the PC by perfecting state-of-the-art audio-video technologies. These award-winning software applications are ideal solutions for turning today’s mainstream computers into home theaters and digital video centers. The company’s Training Solutions include authoring tools for creating training content and training management systems that offer an easy and cost effective way to deliver and manage training programs over corporate intranets or the Internet. As a result of the company’s solid growth and profitability, CyberLink became a public company in October 2000 and is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (5203.TW). To keep up with market demands, CyberLink has operations in North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific region including Japan. CyberLink’s worldwide headquarters is in Taipei. http://www.gocyberlink.com/
Intel Aims Beyond 'Inside' February 7, 2006 While the PPC Tablet 3.0 contest was running last week, I decided to write a Media Center plug-in for the application. With it, you can turn your Pocket PC into a fully-functional Windows XP Media Center Edition remote that works over any ActiveSync connection or wired/wireless network connection.
Sony goes wireless with new desktop Vaio Fujitsu Ships
LifeBook N6410 Notebook Powered by Intel Core Duo Mobile Technology
- Fujitsu Flagship
Consumer Notebook Delivers Exceptional Entertainment Experience Equipped with the new power-efficient dual-core Intel®
Core(TM) Duo processor, the LifeBook N6410 notebook, flagship of the
Fujitsu consumer portfolio, easily handles multiple computing demands
such as watching a movie while downloading photos. An equally impressive
sight and sound experience is delivered on a large 17-inch wide glossy
Color-Enhanced Crystal View WXGA+ TFT LCD display. With a color saturation
of 72 percent and a 40 percent brighter display than the standard TFT
screen, the LifeBook 6410 notebook exploits a DVD player's potential
by producing razor sharp detail, rich colors, and subtle shadows and
shading. February 6, 2006
Xbox 360: connectivity is king-Microsoft's Xbox 360 could be the
best digital home device you can buy, if you can get your hands on one.
Hide-and-seek TVs Flat-screens go fancy with pop-up furniture
and fine-art camouflages ...GalleryPlayer has licensing deals with more than 35 partners, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the New York Times and National Geographic. It is available through cable operators in some areas, but not Charlotte. Here, you'll need a Windows XP Media Center Edition PC, or have your television hooked up to a computer with Microsoft Windows XP. February 3, 2006
PlayStation 3 to have DVR capabilities?
January 28, 2006 2006 is continuing the trend. This week at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Google announced the opening of the Google Video Store, where content producers can upload their video content and name their price (with Google taking a cut, of course). And Yahoo! has announced Yahoo! Go, which will also find its way into the mix. January 27, 2006 CyberLink Corp. (5203.TW), a world leader in digital home solutions, announced a sound system and speaker manufacturer, Onkyo has incorporated CyberLink PowerDVD into its latest integrated media center featuring Intel® Viiv Technology™, providing playback of high-definition video and audio content for the digital home. Onkyo will release the product using the Integra brand in the US and the Onkyo brand in Japan. Now ready for release, Onkyo is an integrated CE-device that supports the playback of leading audio and video formats, including Dolby® Digital, DVD Audio, MPEG-4 H.264 and WMV-HD. CyberLink PowerDVD 6’s exceptional video and audio quality provides complete support for Dolby’s PC Entertainment Experience, by enabling 5.1-channel surround sound, as well as support for high-definition video playback, among other outstanding DVD features. “CyberLink has long held the lead in DVD playback on the PC,” said Alice H. Chang, CEO of CyberLink Corp. “Now working together with Onkyo, CyberLink PowerDVD is providing a perfect solution for enjoying high-definition video and audio content within the digital home.” “The launch of new entertainment devices for the digital home—such as our Onkyo featuring Intel® Viiv Technology™—demands the best combination of hardware and software,” said Hayao Kamiya, Executive Officer of Onkyo. “It was only natural for us to work with CyberLink, for the company’s depth of experience in developing video and audio technologies and the quality of PowerDVD.”
About CyberLink Corp.
About Onkyo
Corporation. Onkyo’s worldwide headquarters is in Japan. http://www.onkyo.com/ January 12, 2006
False alarm over Windows support deadline
Microsoft is making
changes to its support Web site in an attempt
to clear up confusion over its plans for the
consumer editions of Windows XP.
Until Tuesday night, a posting on Microsoft's Web site stated that support for Windows XP Home and Windows XP Media Center Edition would end on Dec. 31, 2006. That would mean no more security fixes or any other support items, such as warranty claims, for users of those operating system products. But the posting was incorrect, Ines Vargas, a program manager at Microsoft, told CNET News.com. The Redmond, Wash.-based software maker has now updated the online information to reflect that the consumer Windows XP editions, along with XP Professional, will be supported until two years after Vista ships, she said. Vista, the long-delayed next update of Windows, is expected to arrive by the end of the year. World's 1st High-Definition
Network LCD TVs with Windows Media Connect Technology Big Hit at
CES; Connected Home Takes Center Stage at Industry Show; Digitrex(R)
Network TVs Share Limelight
Consumer electronics and home theater equipment
supplier ED Digital has unveiled its flagship line of Digitrex(R)
HD Network LCD TVs, the world's first high-definition (HD) network
LCD TVs featuring Microsoft (Nasdaq:MSFT) Windows Media Connect
capabilities. Three new Digitrex models were on display, for
the first time, last week at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES)
in Las Vegas.
Digitrex network LCD TVs deliver on the promise of a "connected home," bringing music, movies, home videos and digital pictures from any Windows XP-based PC on the home network together for viewing on one simple-to-use device for enjoyment in any room in the house. Native support for Windows Media Connect allows Digitrex TVs to retrieve content stored on a Windows XP-based PC, including subscription and download content available from PlaysForSure-verified music and video services. Kick Back, Relax & Enjoy Digital Content on the Living Room TV, Hassle-Free With wireless 802.11 b/g capability built-in, just a few simple clicks of the included TV remote control allows users sitting in the living room to access and view content from their Windows XP-based PC(s), located in any room. Users can even stream high-definition content that they've downloaded from popular movie sites, such as CinemaNow. Digitrex network TVs feature a built-in mini-computer running Microsoft Windows Media Connect software. Together with Microsoft Windows Media Connect capabilities, users are assured their digital content, including content from PlaysForSure services, will play back, seamlessly, every time. The TV display is easily controlled through a user-friendly interface, embedded into the TV and connected to core Windows Media Connect capabilities. Graphical icons and on-screen drop-down menus make navigation simple. "ED Digital is breaking the mold of the traditional TV experience by providing network capabilities in their new line of LCD TVs," Chad Hodge, group product manager of Windows Digital Media, Microsoft Corp., said. "Through support of Windows Media Connect, the Digitrex line of TVs will allow consumers to enjoy all the great digital content on their Windows XP PCs, including content offered through PlaysForSure subscription and download stores." Loaded with High-Performance Components, Technology for Top Picture Quality Digitrex network LCD TVs feature high-definition flat-panel displays with resolution of 1366x768 and contrast ratios in excess of 800:1. An extremely wide viewing angle allows even people sitting at more than 80 degrees off-axis to enjoy the action on the screen. A 6-speaker, 10-watt RMS audio system with Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound completes the overall entertainment experience. Digitrex network TVs equipped with Windows Media Connect technology are compatible with Windows XP-based PCs, including PCs running Windows XP Media Center Edition (MCE). "With just a single product to buy and all the assurances of compatibility through integration of Microsoft's technology right into our product, Digitrex HD Network LCD TVs overcome the barriers and concerns that have traditionally kept consumers from taking the plunge to set up a connected home," Steve Jean, vice president, marketing and product development, ED Digital, said. "It's never been easier for consumers to enjoy all the music files, digital pictures and videos they've stored over time, and share them with family and friends, while relaxing in the comfort and convenience of their living or family entertainment room." Pricing & Availability 32- and 40-inch Digitrex Network LCD TV models will be available by the end of Q1 at MSRPs of $1,999 and $3,499, respectively. A 46-inch unit will be available in Q2; MSRP to be determined. About ED Digital: ED Digital is a leading supplier of consumer electronics and home theater products that allow people to enjoy state-of-the-art entertainment systems and finally realize the promise of the "connected home." The company's broad-based product line is sold under the Digitrex brand and includes LCD TVs, rack and portable DVD players, personal media players, set-top boxes, and the world's first HD Network LCD TVs with Microsoft Windows Media Connect technology. Looking to the future, the company plans to add products and enter new strategic alliances that will continuously enhance the connected home experience for consumers. Digitrex products are available in the United States and throughout Europe, Australia and Asia. For more information, please visit http://www.digitrexusa.com. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners. January 11, 2006
January 10, 2006
New Windows Mobile Portable Media Center Announced In his keynote address during the 2006 International CES, Microsoft Corp. Chairman and Chief Software Architect Bill Gates announced three new partners, Toshiba America Inc., Tatung Co. and LG Electronics, delivering Windows Mobile-based Portable Media Centers this year and highlighted a mobile version of Vongo, the new movie service from Starz Entertainment Group LLC. With the addition of full-length, popular movies and other video selections such as extreme sports and concerts from Vongo, there are now more than 100 companies providing collections of entertainment choices for owners of Microsoft Windows Mobile-based devices. Customers can enjoy songs or videos on the go, selecting from news highlights and sporting events to music videos and audio books from top brands such as Audible.com, MSNBC, Comedy Central, Cookie Jar Entertainment Inc., FOX Sports, MTV Networks, Napster and TiVo Inc. Click on the title of the article to read the full story from the source. If there is no hyperlink, the article was quoted from a press release.
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