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Five mobile phone megapixel monsters

With news from Sony Ericsson officially announcing the retail availability of the company's high spec, mulitmedia mobile, autumn double whammy due soon; we thought we'd take a look at the more specialised end of the smartphone market.

While the Aino is all about...

Sharp launches LX series Aquos TVs

Sharp has announced that it's bringing four new televisions to Japan on 10 November, called the LX Series. The products are being released to mark the start of the tenth anniversary of the first AQUOS LCD TVs, and feature LED backlighting, along with a newly developed LCD...

When are we getting 3D TVs?

Home made efforts on YouTube and the inventive stills on Flickr are all very well and good but the big question on everyone's lips is when are 3D TVs actually going to be available to us. Sky has got the broadcast side of things ready for 2010, Channel 4 has got something...

Microsoft developing own brand smartphones?

Although Microsoft has repeatedly told the press that it would not be delevoping a Windows Phone of its own to go against the likes of HTC and other handset manufacturers, that hasn't stopped a new set of pictures leaking purporting to be just that.

Gizmodo,...

We've landed: IFA 2009 coverage starts now

IFA, Europe's largest consumer electronics show is almost here, and that means Pocket-lint will be bringing you all the news on what you are going to want to be putting on your Christmas list.

So what can you expect from the show and from us?

From...

Who will be first with a "3D Ready" television?

After various trials and demos, Sky has announced it is to launch a 3D television channel in the UK in 2010.

Although the current generation of Sky+HD set-top boxes will be able to handle the 3D signal, those that want to watch in 3D will need to upgrade their...

VIDEO: Megawhat takes in Sharp's LED LCD TVs

Sharp has unveiled its new range of full screen LED backlit LCD TVs in the UK, and Megawhat was there to capture the action.

Hit play for more from Susi at the launch, while we can reveal there are two new series the LE600 and LE700.

With the...

Sharp LCDs face US ban

Some Sharp Aquos televisions and LCD monitors may be banned in the US as they infringe a Samsung patent, a recent ruling states.

Samsung has won a US International Trade Commission ruling over a patent dispute between the two companies, although with only one...

Sharp launches BD-HP22H Blu-ray player in UK

Sharp has announced the UK availability of its new Blu-ray player, the BD-HP22H.

Offering full high definition and 1080p technology, the BD-HP22H gets x.v. colour tech, 24Hz video output and 7.1 surround sound with the integrated DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby...

Sharp launches LC-32DH57E LCD TV

Sharp has launched a new green TV into its LCD line up. The LC-32DH57E is a 32-inch HD-ready TV with built in Freeview that Sharp says offers "top eco credentials".

With a contrast ratio of 10,000:1 and a response time of 6ms, the TV has a 16:9 screen format...

New Sharp portable solar panels are "industry's thinnest"

Sharp's LR0GC02 Solar Panel module has proved popular in Japan, where phones can now be recharged by just leaving them in the sun.

That technology has now gone global, as Sharp announces that its solar panel will be available across the world to device manufacturers....

Sharp and Pioneer announce optical disc partnership

Sharp and Pioneer's March 2008 agreement to team up on LCD TVs has obviously been a roaring success as the two companies are announcing a new deal.

The two companies have signed a partnership agreement on creating a joint venture in the optical disk business...

Sharp launches "green" DH77 series LCD televisions

Sharp has announced the new AQUOS DH77 series, the latest addition to its range of full HD LCD TVs with 100-hertz technology.

Said to come in at the top end of Sharp's AQUOS LCD portfolio, the DH77 series will be available in 32-inch, 42-inch, 46-inch and 52-inch...

Five red gadgets for Valentine's Day

You don't want tacky hearts, microwaves and other such nonsense to show a gadget lover you love them. Be bold this year, go red. Here are five gadgets that will be useful all year around not just on Valentine's Day.

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Sharp launches bright red 19-inch LCD television

Sharp has unleashed a new bright red LCD TV to its LC-19D1E range.

Sharp says the new 19-incher with its slimline design is the "ultimate style statement" for any room in the house.

Standing 36cm tall (including the stand) this hot-hued display...

VIDEO: Sharp's 108-inch LCD

Would you like to see a 108-inch LCD television in the flesh, so to speak? Then hit play now and see just that - but make sure you're sitting down though as Stuart Miles also reveals just how much such a screen will set you back...

Sharp launches AQUOS BD-HP22U Blu-ray player

Sharp has launched the slimline AQUOS Blu-ray disc player, BD-HP22U, that provides Full HD 1080p digital output.

The player supports Profile 2.0, BD-Live, that provides interactive features through an internet connection and its 2GB of USB memory.

Sharp launches AQUOS HDTVs with built-in Blu-ray

Sharp has announced the US launch of the AQUOS HDTV BD Series models LC-52BD80U, LC-46BD80U, LC-42BD80U, LC-37BD60U and LC-32BD60U.

Why should you care? Well these are the world's first high-definition AQUOS LCD TV series with built-in Blu-ray disc players,...

Sharp launches 82-inch LCD display

Sharp has announced what it says is the world's first 82-inch class Full HD 1080p LCD monitor.

The Japanese company says this particular size category was developed "to fill the space" between the 65- and the 108-inchers.

The LC-82MX1U, for "the...

Credit Crunch Christmas: Wharfedale 160GB PVR

Today's Credit Crunch Christmas offer takes the form of the Wharfedale 160GB DVD player and recorder with HDMI.

An especially nice piece of kit considering that eXpansys are offering it to you for £69.99, this is £60 off the normal price, but there's a catch,...

Nokia 8800 Carbon Arte on sale for £950

Got a spare grand kicking around to splash on a swanky handset? No, us neither, but there are folk out there who might like to know that the Nokia 8800 Carbon Arte is on sale in the UK now for a shade under that.

Online retailer eXpansys is offering the high-end...

Credit Crunch Christmas: 8GB iPod nano 3G for £70

Today's Christmas bargain takes the form of an 8GB iPod nano that's offered for a shade under £70.

One of eXpansys' one-day special offers, the price drop is only available between 11am and 4pm today - and only via the links below - so you'll need to be quick...

Credit Crunch Christmas: WowWee Rovio

In the first of our Credit Crunch Christmas gift suggestions, we are bringing you news of an offer from online retailer eXpansys that sees £55 off the cost of a WowWee Rovio mobile Wi-Fi webcam robot.

However, you'll have to be quick smart about it if you want...

Sharp Aquos LC-46D65E LCD television launches

Sharp has added a new TV to its Aquos D65 range, the 46-inch LC-46D65E, that Sharp says comes in at the top end of the range.

The new 1080p TV boasts a dynamic contrast ratio of 20,000:1, there's a 450cd/m2 brightness, a response time of 6ms and 176-degree...

Sharp BD-HP21H Blu-ray launches

Sharp has announced that its new BD-HP21H Blu-ray disc player is now available in the UK.

With a Profile 1.1 - Bonus View functionality - users can enjoy the picture in picture and simultaneous play functions, but it should be noted that the player does not...