LG is preparing to launch a new range of televisions in the UK under the "Seamless Entertainment" banner.

With the advertising campaign kicking off now, the range will be officially revealed at a launch event on 12 November.

As well as being super slim with a thin bezel and offering LED technology, LG is hoping to capture consumer's credit cards with a new gimmick - Bluetooth connectivity.

Hit play to see the new advert, that appears to suggest society's constraints will melt away with the purchase of a flatscreen telly, and we'll bring you more on the 12th.

Tags: Home Cinema Televisions LG Bluetooth Video Advertising

VIDEO: LG to launch Bluetooth-enabled televisions originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Mon, 02 Nov 2009 10:28:37 +0000

Apparently launching as the first solar-powered Bluetooth headset to feature noise reduction, i.Tech Dynamic has introed the SolarVoice 908 Bluetooth headset.

The eco-friendly SolarVoice 908 offers background noise reduction with digital signal processing software to reduce audio distractions.

Boasting A2DP tech for music streaming the headset comes with ear buds said to be specifically designed to allow air to reach the ear canal, supplied in four sizes.

Complete with a headset cradle designed for desktop and in-car use, the SolarVoice boasts up to 5-hours talk time when juiced to the max. For those cloudy days, there's the ability to charge from the wall or USB port.

Available now in the Far East, the SolarVoice 908 goes on sale for HK$588 - around $75 or ?47.

Tags: Phones Mobile phone accessories Bluetooth iTech Dynamic Solar power Eco

i.Tech Dynamic SolarVoice 908 solar-powered Bluetooth headset launches originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:44:45 +0000

The inPulse "smartwatch" wristwatch for BlackBerry has been officially launched by Allerta, a Waterloo, Ontario-based company working with RIM on the new hardware.

As with similar wrist-based Bluetooth efforts, the inPulse connects wirelessly to the phone and offers alerts for incoming emails, SMS and calls.

"inPulse extends the functionality of your BlackBerry smartphone, so when you're in a pinch you can check your inPulse instead of fumbling around with your phone", says Allerta.

What's being described as a "limited first edition" (which hopefully doesn't mean "buggy") inPulse watch can be pre-ordered now for $149 over at www.freeupyourhands.com.

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Related links:

• Link - inPulse website

Tags: Phones Mobile phones accessories BlackBerry Watches BlackBerry inPulse smartwatch Allerta Bluetooth

BlackBerry inPulse smartwatch unveiled originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:37:09 +0000

Broadcom is about to bring a new "great and exciting" technology for Bluetooth headsets to the wider market.

In the video above, that offers an inside look at Broadcom's advanced audio testing chambers, an exec talks us through the new BCM2074x family that owes its tech prowess to fourth generation ROM-based 65 nanometer solutions.

Such advances include using 50% less power, meaning twice as much talk time, while fast charging abilities see the headset charged "within a very short time" - around 5 minutes.

In addition, Broadcom's SmartAudio tech gets demoed and? appears to make a huge difference in eliminating wind noise.

Broadcom says the tech is soon to be seen in headsets from five leading manufacturers, so we'll keep you posted on new launches.?

Tags: Phones Headsets Bluetooth Broadcom Video

VIDEO: Broadcam explains new Bluetooth headset tech originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:38:38 +0000

The Jabra Stone has been announced as a Carphone Warehouse exclusive boasting a "revolutionary" design that's said to "break the mold of the traditional Bluetooth headset".

PR speak aside, the 7-gram Stone wraps behind the ear with no on-face boom bit and then fits neatly into a little portable charger slash case when not in use. ?

Boasting dual-microphone "Noise Blackout Extreme" noise cancelling tech the Stone gets a near-invisibale touch-controlled volume pad on the outside of the headset, soft rubber padding and a soft ear gel around the speaker.

With Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR & eSCO, the Stone claims 8-hours of talk-time and 12 days on standby (with the charger) and goes on sale at Carphone Warehouse stores across the country for ?99.

Tags: Phones Mobile phones accessories Headsets Jabra Carphone Warehouse Bluetooth

Jabra Stone headset launches originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:14:31 +0100

Your Wi-Fi-enabled gadgetry is about to get a whole lot more connected thanks to a new specification just announced by the Wi-Fi Alliance.

We say new, technically it was previously known as Wi-Fi peer-to-peer, however, it is now due with the shiny new moniker of "Wi-Fi Direct", in a device near you in mid-2010.

"Devices will soon be able to connect in a new way that makes it more simple and convenient than ever to do things like print, share and display", says the Alliance.

"The Wi-Fi Alliance is nearing completion of a new specification to enable Wi-Fi devices to connect to one another without joining a traditional home, office, or hotspot network".

Wi-Fi Direct, which will directly rival Bluetooth, as well as to a lesser extent MiFi solutions, can be implemented in any Wi-Fi device, from mobile phones, cameras, printers, and notebook computers, as well as the likes of keyboards and headphones.

Devices will be able to make a WPA-secure, one-to-one connection, or a group of several devices connect simultaneously - including older Wi-Fi certified gadgets.

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• Link - Wi-Fi.org

Tags: Software Broadband Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Direct Online Networking Bluetooth Wi-Fi Alliance

Bluetooth-rivalling Wi-Fi Direct announced originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:18:33 +0100

A company called Secu4 has launched an alarm system that aims to prevent loss or theft of your property. It's about the size of a credit card and maintains a connection with your phone at all times.

You can set a range of 1 to 30 metres, if the distance between your phone and your bag, or whatever, is crossed, then the user gets an alert on their phone and a 100dB alarm is triggered on the device.

You can recharge the batteries by USB cable, or with a USB travel charger. There's a video of the device in action above, complete with charmingly halting English from the company's CEO Ralph Rimet.

The device is available now from MindYourIT, and it costs ?50. It won't work with every single phone, but you can check if yours will work by having a look at the list on secu4.com.

Related links:

• News - Nokia N97 gets anti-theft device
• Link - Secu4.com Phone Support List
• Buy - MindYourIT

Tags: Gadgets Bluetooth BlueWatchDog Security Secu4 Video

VIDEO: BlueWatchDog gadget alarm launched originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:32:35 +0100

The Jabra Arrow headset has launched into the company's JX range. The Arrow claims to combine automatic volume control, easy and functional storage and stylish good looks.

Jabra says: "When you're at the wheel, the last thing you want is the distraction of a headset which is never quite at the right volume". The Arrow gets auto volume control ("the clever technology recognises and adjusts audio coming into the headset before it reaches the user's ear") and DSP noise reduction, specifically for in car use.

Weighing in at 10 grams, the Bluetooth 2.1 Jabra headset comes with a charger and holder in one, can be used with two devices at the same time and offers 5-hours talktime. It's due to the UK in November, priced at around ?49.99.

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Jabra Arrow announced for November originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Thu, 01 Oct 2009 18:01:38 +0100

Jabra has announced the Cruiser - a new Bluetooth 2.1 in-car speakerphone system.

The Cruiser is the first speakerphone to use "Dual Microphone" tech, that Jabra claims eliminates background noise and cancels out any echo, so users can call regardless of how busy the roads are.

There's also "Voice Announcements" where the speakerphone will access the address book to speak the name of the caller, or the read the number aloud if it's not a contact.

The voice feature will also guide users through the pairing process and announce battery and connectivity status clearly and concisely which is also shown via the "StatusDisplay", a multi-colour lighting system.

The Jabra Cruiser can also play MP3s stored on a mobile through the speakerphone, and through the car stereo thanks to the built-in FM transmitter with the music auto-fading as a call comes in.

Finally, multiuse connectivity means that two Bluetooth devices can be paired simultaneously while auto pairing offers instant usability.

Battery life is up to 14 hours of talk time and up to 300 hours of standby. The new Crusier will be available this winter for ?99.00.

Tags: Phones SpeakerPhones Jabra Bluetooth Phone accessories Hands-free FM transmitters Audio

Jabra Cruiser speakerphone announced originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:12:30 +0100