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PHOTOS: Sony Handycam CX505VE camcorder
Hands-on the HD Handycam 15 July 2009 20:33 GMT
We got our hands on the new Sony CX505VE Handycam today at a showcase in London.

The CX505VE offers 32GB internal memory plus extra storage via Memory Stick, 5.1 channel surround sound, a high res Exmor R CMOS sensor and Sony's BIONZ image processor.
PHOTOS: Sony Vaio W "mini notebook"
Pretty in pink? 15 July 2009 18:37 GMT
Sony launched their "normal" netbook, the Vaio W, in early July.

They still insist on calling it a "mini notebook", but given the typical netbook specs, that's never going to stick.

With a 10.1-inch display, Intel Atom N280 processor, 1GB RAM and...
Sony shows off 19 inch Bravia S5700 models
In pink, mocha and silver 15 July 2009 14:01 GMT
Sony today showed off forthcoming models from their Bravia TV range.

The KDL-19S5700 is their latest set to step away from the normal black bezel models. With a 19-inch LCD display packing in an HD ready resolution and the Bravia Engine 3, the S5700 is pitching...
PHOTOS: Datawind Ubisurfer hands on
Up close with the £159 netbook 10 July 2009 9:11 GMT
Datawind unveiled its Ubisurfer netbook on Thursday and we were on hand to grab some shots of the new device.

Taking a slight departure from the typical "mini notebook" netbook specs, the Ubisurfer is designed for internet users on the go and comes with an embedded...
Dane-Elec SO G-Stream launches
Stream content straight to your TV 9 July 2009 17:09 GMT
The SO G-Stream looks to solve your streaming problems, connecting up your PC and your TV and a whole lot in-between, and taking a bite out of the WD TV.

The unit itself connects into your home network over Wi-Fi or through the Ethernet connection on the rear...
Comment: Google Chrome OS reinvents the wheel
Hasn't this already been done? 8 July 2009 9:07 GMT
Google announced their Chrome OS late last night on their Official Google Blog. A "new" platform that promises to provide a system for those who live online. Initially targeting netbooks, the company says the system will power a range of devices right up to desktops.
Google announces Chrome OS
Heading to netbooks in 2010 8 July 2009 8:00 GMT
Google has announced that it is working on a new operating system, designed initially for netbooks.

Known as Chrome OS, the new open source operating system was announced in a post on Google's blog.

The company describe Chrome OS as "a lightweight...
Palm demos HSDPA Pre
3.5G confirmed as dates and prices for O2 exclusive remain a mystery 7 July 2009 16:13 GMT
As the Pre has now been announced for the UK, Pocket-lint sat down with Palm and O2 for a cosy chat to flesh out the details of exactly what you'll be getting.

First up the UK Pre will be packing HSDPA, providing you with the all-important full fat internet...
Emtec Movie Cube P800 launched
Takes the fight to WD TV and Seagate Theatre 7 July 2009 10:08 GMT
The P800 is the latest in a line-up of "multimedia HDDs" and will give users the facility to play, view, listen and record digital media.

It features a single Freeview tuner (as well as an analogue TV tuner), so you can plug your TV aerial to record programmes...
PHOTOS: Archos Classmate PC
FizzBook in a new coat 2 July 2009 21:08 GMT
Archos also showed off its Classmate PC at a media event in London on Thursday.

Pitched to the education sector, we've seen the Classmate in another guise as the FizzBook Bang. Archos have at least kept the name of its original form, the Intel Classmate PC.
EMTEC plans Revo-style "G Box" nettop
Atom powered ION box 2 July 2009 17:50 GMT
EMTEC today flashed their forthcoming nettop at an event in London. Currently going under the internal name of "G Box", it is lined-up to compete in the nettop market against the likes of the Acer Aspire Revo.

When questioned, a spokesperson for EMTEC confirmed...
Digital Vision GiGo looks to replace the VCR
Record Freeview to USB stick 2 July 2009 15:23 GMT
Digital Vision announced the launch of its GiGo Digital Freeview Recorder.

Rather than take the usual approach of bundling an internal hard disc drive into a tuner box, the GiGo has three slots on the front to plug in USB sticks. The box will then record in...
PHOTOS: Archos 3 Vision PMP
Archos' iPod slayer? 2 July 2009 12:27 GMT
Archos has unleashed its Archos 3 Vision, the 3-inch PMP, designed to take on the likes of the iPod touch.

Designed as an all-round entertainment device in your pocket, it will give you music, video and photos, all controlled through a touch interface.
PHOTOS: Archos 10s hands-on
"Replaces the Archos 10" 2 July 2009 12:08 GMT
Archos said that it was "absolutely delighted" with its Archos 10, but was aware that the product had attracted some criticism.

Its answer is the Archos 10s, a slimmer model at 20mm and weighing only 1kg. It features a magnesium alloy skin for strength and durability.
PHOTOS: Archos 9 tablet PC
Hands-on with the touchy tablet 2 July 2009 11:46 GMT
Archos are expanding beyond the internet media tablet for which they are traditionally known. We've already seen the Archos 10, their take on the netbook, but here we have the Archos 9, a tablet PC running on Windows.

Sporting Windows 7 at launch – as was the...
LG launches non-plumbed water and ice fridge freezer
Water and ice without the plumbing 30 June 2009 10:00 GMT
LG displayed their GWL227HSYA non-plumbed fridge freezer yesterday at their Simply Living event in London.

So what? I hear you ask. Well, the interesting part is the non-plumbed aspect. Many "American" side-by-side fridge freezers with water dispensers need...
HTC Sense interface coming to HTC Magic?
CEO hints at existing devices getting new interface 24 June 2009 20:21 GMT
HTC has confirmed to Pocket-lint that its new Sense interface found on the Android-touting HTC Hero, would be available on other devices the company has already released.

"HTC Sense will be available on some other existing devices", confirmed the company's...
PHOTOS: HTC Hero hands on
We get our grubby mitts on the new hardware 24 June 2009 13:10 GMT
The HTC Hero is born and we were on hand at the launch event in London to bring you hands-on photos of the new device.

HTC has teamed up with Teflon to coat the back, making it feel glorious in the hand, tactile and secure.

The distinctive chin,...
HTC Sense introduced on new HTC Hero handset
Making a friendlier Android 24 June 2009 12:10 GMT
HTC has officially launched the HTC Hero, the first in what HTC claims will be a portfolio of devices that feature a new interface.

HTC claim that Sense "shapes the mobile experience around the individual", promising a new customisable experience that draws...
iPhone control for your bath with Bathomatic
Also does Bathovision 23 June 2009 14:54 GMT
Picture the scene. You're sitting watching Eastenders and you want to have a bath as soon as it finishes. You could scurry upstairs and set it running 5 minutes before the end, or, you could control it from your iPhone.

Yes, Bathomatic, from Unique Automation,...
PHOTOS: iPhone 3G S hands on
A little iPorn indulgence to tide you over 18 June 2009 21:44 GMT
You've no doubt heard that the iPhone 3G S is hitting the stores tomorrow morning. Whilst you're sitting at home twitching in anticipation, we thought it only fair to blatt off some photos of the new iPhone for you.

Yes, we know it looks the same as the 3G,...
PHOTOS: Olympus E-P1 camera
Hands on with the Micro Four Thirds snapper 16 June 2009 20:57 GMT
The E-P1 is only a day old and we've been fortunate to have our hands all over the retro Micro Four Thirds snapper from Olympus.

With Olympus taking the retro effect to the extreme, they have even made a leather strap and half case for the camera, pictured here....
PHOTOS: Olympus E-P1 Pen official photos
Oodles of glamorous official pics 16 June 2009 6:00 GMT
Olympus announced their new E-P1 model on Monday evening at a retro-fantastic event in Berlin, Germany.

The new Micro Four Thirds camera comes with a 12.3-megapixel Live MOS sensor and a 3-inch LCD display around the back.

In terms of controls...
Olympus E-P1 sees official launch
The next Micro Four Thirds hit 16 June 2009 6:00 GMT
Olympus officially launched their long-anticipated Micro Four Thirds model, adopting the Pen name, on Monday evening at an event in Berlin, Germany.

Sighted as a prototype at various photo events during 2008, and subsequently in online leaks, the 12.3-megapixel...
PHOTOS: LG CG900 Viewty Smart
Hands on with the second-gen snappy phone 1 June 2009 11:45 GMT
Back in April we brought you the exciting news of the second Viewty handset - the Viewty Smart.

Today the CG900 Viewty Smart saw its official launch in London and we were on hand to have a play and grab a few shots of the hardware.

Featuring a...