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  • The Leica V-Lux 20 gets pictured and detailed

    The Leica V-Lux 20 gets pictured and detailed

    Posted on April 15, 2010 | No Comments
    Bits of info has been leaking onto the interwebs about a new upcoming Leica the last few weeks. The V-Lux 20 is all but been revealed now though with specs, pics and launch info. God bless the Internet.

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  • Toshiba’s 64GB SDXC card to finally go on sale (in Japan)

    Toshiba’s 64GB SDXC card to finally go on sale (in Japan)

    Posted on April 15, 2010 | No Comments
    Remember way back in August last year, when Toshiba announced the "world's first 64GB SDXC card"? Well, actually Panasonic was faster (even though that company waited until January this year with its announcement), and it already has been selling their own 64GB card [JP] in Japan since February. But starting this Saturday, Japanese users can choose between that and the Toshiba card, as announced [JP] by Toshiba today.

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  • REGZA 3D: Toshiba is now ready to sell 3D TVs, too

    REGZA 3D: Toshiba is now ready to sell 3D TVs, too

    Posted on April 14, 2010 | No Comments
    Toshiba organized a big press conference in Tokyo today, and the company did not only unveil a total of 15 new REGZA LCDs for the Japanese market. Perhaps more importantly, Toshiba also announced the development of a new 3D TV. It seems Toshiba can't afford to let Sony, Panasonic, NEC, Sharp and Hitachi be the only Japanese tech companies try to create a new business for themselves.

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  • Is StreamTV a black knight in the 3D TV market?

    Is StreamTV a black knight in the 3D TV market?

    Posted on April 7, 2010 | No Comments
    3D TVs are a hot topic these days, with Panasonic, Sony, and Samsung all fighting for a piece of the action. But the battle may have just gotten more interesting with the entrance of a new competitor: StreamTV. We were just informed that this company, which we have never heard of, currently has an Amazon listing for a 42-inch and a 37-inch 3D TV.

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  • VIERA D2: Panasonic Japan announces new LCD TV series

    VIERA D2: Panasonic Japan announces new LCD TV series

    Posted on March 30, 2010 | No Comments
    Panasonic may have a penchant for plasma TVs, but that doesn't mean they'll abandon the production of LCD TVs anytime soon. The company announced [JP] a total of six new LCDs today, all of which are part of the new VIERA D2 series. According to Panasonic, the main selling points of these models are the design and the LED backlights.

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  • BE-ENV: Panasonic Japan’s expensive, cool e-bike

    BE-ENV: Panasonic Japan’s expensive, cool e-bike

    Posted on March 22, 2010 | 1 Comment
    We've covered plenty of electric bicycles from Japan in the past, but let's be honest: Most of them are really ugly, for example these (technically interesting) models Sanyo introduced three weeks ago. But this new Panasonic e-bike, the BE-ENV [JP], looks rather cool and is something I could see the younger (and male) population actually using, too.

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  • Consumer Reports plays with the latest 3D TVs

    Consumer Reports plays with the latest 3D TVs

    Posted on March 17, 2010 | No Comments
    If there's new TVs or coffee makers, Consumer Reports will test them out. That's the case with the new Samsung and Panasonic 3D TVs and the company just posted a early hands-on look that actually reveals some differences. It's totally worth your time even if you don't plan on jumping on the 3D bandwagon this early on.

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  • Panasonic invites you to touch the future

    Panasonic invites you to touch the future

    Posted on March 12, 2010 | No Comments
    While I’m not sure how this dude is holding up that little boy, they are both enjoying the magic and majesty of 3D TV in the comfort of a Panasonic-sponsored pop-up display at a mall near you! How do I know this? Well Panasonic just announced their road show and they may be heading to [...]

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  • Best Buy Magnolia stores to sell Panasonic 3D bundle starting tomorrow

    Best Buy Magnolia stores to sell Panasonic 3D bundle starting tomorrow

    Posted on March 10, 2010 | No Comments
    Samsung will soon have a bit of competition in Best Buy's 3D TV department. A $2,899 Panasonic VT20 plasma, Blu-ray player and 3D glasses bundle will go on sale tomorrow expect not all Best Buy stores. It's a Magnolia exclusive.

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  • The Field Guide To Modern 3D Glasses

    The Field Guide To Modern 3D Glasses

    Posted on March 10, 2010 | No Comments
    You might want to take a different approach when shopping for a 3D TV than a standard HDTV. Instead of just looking at the picture quality, you should also take a serious look at the brand's 3D glasses. Some show some clear advantages to purchase that brand's 3D TV and until there's a standard format for 3D glasses, each brand requires its own unique glasses, thereby locking you into that manufacturer's products. Yeah, it's a bit messy right now. Click through for details on all of them.

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  • Sony reminds us of the high-cost of first generation 3D TV

    Sony reminds us of the high-cost of first generation 3D TV

    Posted on March 9, 2010 | No Comments
    3D TVs are coming whether we want them to or not. TV makers and content providers aren't testing the water - they're jumping head-first and pulling consumers in, too. But like high definition a few years back, early adapters will be forced to pay a high premium and suffer through a format war of sort before it really catches on. Take a look at Sony's just-announced 3D lineup: The company announced eight 3D BRAVIA TVs for the Japanese market along with a set of necessary 3D accessories, which will compete against Panasonic and Samsung sets when they all eventually hit the market in the coming months. Nevermind that the US models might be slightly different. Let's talk about the multiple steps needed to watch 3D content on your brand new 3D TV.

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  • Panasonic new high-tech massage chair looks very, very comfortable

    Panasonic new high-tech massage chair looks very, very comfortable

    Posted on March 5, 2010 | No Comments
    You could argue massage chairs are something for old people, but after coming to Japan over 5 years ago, I had the chance to relax in more than one of these for a few hours. And let me tell you these chairs, especially those made by Japanese makers, are awesome, provided you don't mind passing out while watching a movie. The problem is that these massage chairs are usually pretty expensive, just like this new model Panasonic announced [JP] yesterday. The main selling point of the EP-MA70 is the built-in ceramic heater that's supposed to relieve fatigue. Special "balls" are used to heat up your back, waist, shoulders and neck area to up to 40C.

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  • Panasonic G2 and G10 specs are out early

    Panasonic G2 and G10 specs are out early

    Posted on March 5, 2010 | No Comments
    Guess someone talked, because the info on the new Panasonic G2 and G10's are out early. While there is a whole long list of details on everything for AF lock to Color temperature, let's just concentrate on the big news, shall we?

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  • Is Samsung launching portable Blu-ray players tonight?

    Is Samsung launching portable Blu-ray players tonight?

    Posted on March 4, 2010 | No Comments
    Samsung might be joining Panasonic in offering portable Blu-ray players if a Ben Lyons twoot is to be believed. Let me quote, “I just partnered w/ Samsung & they asked me 2 host an event in NYC tonight for their new line of portable Blue-Ray players that are amazing!” Interested? We are. Samsung does have an [...]

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  • Daily Crunch: House of Cards Edition

    Daily Crunch: House of Cards Edition

    Posted on March 2, 2010 | No Comments
    Thin, flexible “solar threads” to turn fabrics into power generators Microsoft Surface could go mobile with this miniature projected version Video: Alice in Wonderland movie from 1903 Be careful when handling that iBuyPower laptop! New Panasonic batteries make serious promises (and need serious work)

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