Things are getting real with Motorola — it’s just announced the LTE-equipped Droid Bionic which, like the Xoom tablet introduced alongside it, will be headed to Verizon. The phone packs a dual-core processor with each core humming along at 1GHz, a 4.3-inch QHD screen, 512MB of RAM, a front-facing VGA camera, an 8-megapixel on the rear, HDMI out, and a Mirror Mode that will let you do simultaneous streaming of video to the TV and on the device. Head on past the break for the complete press release, and hit up the link below for the product page. Developing… Gallery: Motorola Droid Bionic official press pics Gallery: Motorola Droid Bionic announced for Verizon Continue reading Motorola Droid Bionic announced for Verizon Motorola Droid Bionic announced for Verizon originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 19:29:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …Motorola Xoom becomes official, headed to Verizon in Q1, upgradeable to 4G in Q2
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Motorola has just outed its delicious Honeycomb tablet alongside another device, the LTE-equipped Bionic , on its official site. The company’s CES press conference is ongoing right now, where the Xoom will presumably get its proper announcement. All we know so far is that this slate is headed to Verizon, the press release is still somewhere in the hidden parts of the internet. More soon! Update: The PR and full spec sheet are now embedded after the break. A 1GHz dual-core Tegra 2 will power this 10.1-incher, while 4G connectivity will be made available as an update in Q2 following a Q1 launch. Other specs include a 1280 x 800 resolution, 5 megapixel camera, 720p video recording and 1080p video playback, 802.11n WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, and finally, a healthy 32GB of onboard storage. The battery is rated to be capable of supporting 10 hours of video. Be still, our beating hearts! [Thanks, Pratik] Gallery: Motorola Xoom official press pics at CES 2011 Continue reading Motorola Xoom becomes official, headed to Verizon in Q1, upgradeable to 4G in Q2 Motorola Xoom becomes official, headed to Verizon in Q1, upgradeable to 4G in Q2 originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 19:17:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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We’d heard — and seen — that the Xperia Arc was going to make its debut at CES this year and even saw some details and a vid earlier today . Sony’s press event is set to start in the next hour or so but we’ve managed to get a little video for you ahead of the official event. Feast your eyes on all the curvy magic, digest it, love it, and then pop right back for our liveblog and tons more info on this little Android 2.3 Gingerbread wonder. Continue reading Sony Ericsson’s Xperia Arc hands-on video Sony Ericsson’s Xperia Arc hands-on video originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 19:16:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …Olympus’ PEN PL-2 touts ‘silent autofocus’ lens, XZ-1 straddles line between MFT and pocket shooter
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A lack of surprise isn’t necessarily a bad thing. It seems the best bullet points of Olympus ‘ CES unveils have been leaked in some way , shape , or form , but that doesn’t detract from the quality. There is, in fact, a 12.3 megapixel PEN E-PL2 with a new “silent autofocus” lens that should clear the air a bit when shooting 720p HD video. The E-PL1 follow-up also has new creative filters with fine-tuned adjustments, face / eye detection, RAW support, an ISO range up to 6400, a 3-inch LCD, SDXC slot, and a second generation accessory port compatible with both previous E-PL1 dongles and new ones like a MAL-1 macro spotlight or a PENPal Bluetooth transfer. That MSC lens, too, is compatible with various “affordable” conversion lenses (fish eye, wide-angle, macro). Look for this body and lens kit later this month for a cool $599. The other Olympus shooter making its away around the rumor mill, the 10 megapixel XZ-1 (also due out in January), is a pretty interesting device. Though not quite a Micro Four Thirds (that Zuiko lens is firmly affixed), it boasts full manual controls (including focus), 4x optical zoom, RAW support, an SDXC slot 720p 30fps HD video, a 3-inch OLED screen, and support for peripherals like an external mic and electronic viewfinder — and it’s pretty light, to boot. We got only a brief chance to play around with it but walked away mighty impressed with what we saw. The only catch is that $499.99 price tag, which we do understand for its pricing but would also lament not forking over the extra Benjamin for something more versatile like the E-PL2. Hold on, we’ve got three pocket shooter subcategories to satisfy. There’s the $139.99, 14 megapixel VG-120 budget camera due out in January, with 5x optical zoom, 720p video, and a 3-inch LCD. The waterproof / shockproof / freezeproof TG-310 and TG-610 are coming in February with a 14 megapixel sensor, 720p video and a 3D photo mode ($199.99 and $299.99, respectively). Lastly, the 14 megapixel SP-610 wide angle ultra zoom also boasts 3D photo mode, along with a 22x zoom — that one’s marked $229.99 for spring 2011. Okay, now that we have all that out of the way, enjoy our hands-on shots and press imagery below, and a tome of press releases after the break. Gallery: Olympus CES 2011 hands-on: E-PL2, XZ-1, and more! Gallery: Olympus E-PL2 press photos Continue reading Olympus’ PEN PL-2 touts ‘silent autofocus’ lens, XZ-1 straddles line between MFT and pocket shooter Olympus’ PEN PL-2 touts ‘silent autofocus’ lens, XZ-1 straddles line between MFT and pocket shooter originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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We’re hanging out in the lobby of Las Vegas’ illustrious Venetian Hotel and Casino — along with about eleventy billion of our closest friends and colleagues. It’s Motorola’s CES press conference, after all, and we’re expecting big things — things involving Honeycomb and 10-inch displays, if we had to place a wager (and seeing how this is Sin City, we just might). Read on! Continue reading Live from Motorola’s CES 2011 press event! Live from Motorola’s CES 2011 press event! originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 18:49:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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Panasonic has just revealed the Viera tablet at its CES 2011 press conference. What we know so far is that it’s Android based and will be available in 4, 7, and 10-inch sizes. Besides the difference in screen size, each of the tablets will feature identical hardware. Panasonic is positioning the device mainly as a TV companion. Using a feature called Viera Connect, tablet owners will have the flexibility to transfer content between the tablet and TV — or even view the same content simultaneously from different angles. The tablet will also function as a remote for controlling home theater components and content. Pricing in the US is unlikely to be announced in the near term, but further details related to its Japan launch will be revealed later today. Check out more images of the device in the gallery below. Gallery: Panasonic VIERA Tablet hands-on Gallery: More Panasonic VIERA tablets hands-on Continue reading Panasonic’s Android-based Viera Tablet unveiled at CES 2011 Panasonic’s Android-based Viera Tablet unveiled at CES 2011 originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 18:43:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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It seems that Apple’s AirPlay streaming is ripe for moddery and hacksterism, and if the recently (very recently) released AirMediaPlayer wasn’t proof enough, the kids at Remote HD have released a plugin that adds the AirPlay to your first gen AppleTV. That’s right! Just install the plug-in and the Remote HD iOS app, and you’ll soon be streaming movies, podcasts, photos and more. What are you waiting for? Hit the source link for instructions, and make sure you let us know how it all works out for you. Remote HD brings AirPlay to your first-gen AppleTV originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 18:41:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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It ain’t Photokina , and it ain’t PMA , but darn if the cameras aren’t rolling out left and right here at the 2011 edition of CES. This evening, it’s Panasonic’s turn, and we’ve got four new Lumix point-and-shoots to discuss in more detail below: For starters, we’ve got a pair of newcomers to the Lumix FH series , the FH5 and FH2. Both of these are sporting sleek, svelte exteriors, with the DMC-FH5 nabbing a 16 megapixel sensor and the DMC-FH2 stepping down to 14 megapixels. Both of ‘em feature a newly-developed retractable 28mm wide-angle lens, a 4x optical zoom and a 720p movie mode. You’ll also find a newly-incorporated Venue Engine VI, which hastens startup and overall reaction times. Mega optical image stabilization, face detection and an intelligent scene selector are all included, as is the Lumix Image Uploader to get your shots up onto the web, STAT. Pricing on this duo is expected at a later date, though we are told that the FH5 will ship in silver, violet, black and gold, while the FH2 dons black, red, pink and blue outfits. Looking for something with a bit more pizazz? The ultrathin FP series is growing by two today as well, with the 16.1 megapixel DMC-FP7 and 14.1 megapixel DMC-FP5 offering up a sexy exterior, 4x optical zoom and a 720p movie mode. The FP7 goes with a mirror-like finish, while the FP5 sticks with matte. The FP7 (shown above) also has a nicer-than-average rear, with a 3.5-inch LCD; the FP5 steps it down ever-so-slightly to a 3.0-incher. Both models include Smart Touch Screens that enable shooters to tweak lots of settings within hitting a single physical button, and the FP7 goes one step further by offering one-touch re-touching. The duo also incorporates Panny’s Venus Engine VI, mega optical image stabilization, face detection, an intelligent scene selector and a dedicated iA button. Pricing remains a mystery for these as well, but you can decide between red, blue and black on the FP7 or black, pink, silver and blue on the FP5. Gallery: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Lumix FP7 cameras at CES 2011 Gallery: Panasonic Lumix FH series cameras at CES 2011 Continue reading Panasonic debuts Lumix FP5, FP7, FH5 and FH2 ultraslim compact cameras Panasonic debuts Lumix FP5, FP7, FH5 and FH2 ultraslim compact cameras originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 18:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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Panasonic already rolled out the red carpet to issue a gaggle of new cameras, but now it’s time to tickle the fancy of those who prefer full motion video. The company is introducing a metric ton (we checked, trust us) of new camcorders here at CES in Las Vegas, so we’ll be giving you the highlights just below. For those that yearn for more, the press releases can be peeked in full after the break. Panny’s “full roster” of Full HD camcorders includes a half-dozen newcomers: the HDC-SD40, HDC-TM40, HDC-HS80, HDC-TM80, HDC-TM90 and HDC-SD9, all of which are stacked with a 1MOS sensor capable of capturing clips at 1920 x 1080. The SD90 and TM90 are even capable of shooting at 1080/60p, and if you toss on the optional CW-CLT1, you’ll instantly gain the ability to record in 3D. The whole lot is designed to handle low-light scenarios like a champ, and the each feature a 28m wide-angle lens. The aforementioned power duo also have a 40x intelligent zoom, and we’re told that these can withstand up to 135 minutes of continuous recording before the battery keels over. A select few also feature touch-screen operation, but absolutely none of them have a price or release date just yet. What’s better than 1MOS? 3MOS, naturally. The HDC-TM900, HDC-HS900 and HDC-SD800 are also making their debut here in the desert, with 1080/60p recording, support for capturing 3D (when using the CLT1 conversion lens) and a manual ring on the TM900 and HS900. Those two also tout a 20x zoom and a 3.5-inch touchpanel, and Panny claims that these guys are good enough to handle “professional-level video shooting.” The whole bunch can record to SDXC / SDHC / SD cards, while the TM900 adds 32GB of internal memory. You’ll also find an optical image stabilizer, a Crystal Engine Pro processor and an Eco-Mode function on all three, while the TM900 and HS900 get gifted with five internal microphones for 5.1 recording. Per usual, your guess is as good as ours when it comes to a price and release. Bringing up the rear are a handful of SD camcorders — the SDR-H100, the SDR-T70 and the SDR-S70 — all of which are on the lean side and boast a 78x zoomer. These three offer a 33mm wide-angle lens, optical image stabilization and an Active mode, the latter of which helps to reduce blur when zooming. The group stores clips on SDXC / SDHC / SD, but the H100 also has an 80GB hard drive and the T70 a 4GB slab of flash memory. All three will be available in March, but pricing won’t be determined until sometime next month. Gallery: Panasonic’s CES 2011 camcorder launches Continue reading Panasonic’s CES 2011 camcorder launch: 3D, HD, 3MOS and 1MOS all present Panasonic’s CES 2011 camcorder launch: 3D, HD, 3MOS and 1MOS all present originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 18:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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As expected , Cisco held a quick CES presser today to launch its connected TV initiative, which it’s calling Videoscape. It’s pretty ambitious stuff — Cisco’s goal isn’t to kick out a single consumer-focused set-top box, but rather to build out an entire video network architecture in conjunction with service providers that allows customers to view any authorized content on any device on any network. That means that in addition to the actual Videoscape set-top box for your TV, there will also be apps for everything from Android and iOS to game consoles and Macs and PCs — in the end, Cisco thinks your standard premium cable subscription will serve content everywhere, negating the need for supplemental services like Hulu and Netflix. There’s also a Videoscape Media Gateway that can serve up local content across all your devices — the company demoed sharing a quick Flip video with family members just by plugging the camera into the Gateway. Obviously rebuilding entire cable systems around pervasive content delivery won’t be easy — Cisco says “video is the new voice” when it comes to disruptive industry shifts — and the only partner announced today is Telstra. To really gain momentum the company will have to sell its vision to huge companies like Comcast and Time Warner, who are already working on their own projects. We’ll see what happens — it makes sense for a networking provider like Cisco to take this sort of end-to-end approach, but there’s a lot of action in this space right now, and we don’t think anyone has the luxury of time. Gallery: Cisco Videoscape announcement at CES 2011 Gallery: Cisco Videoscape at CES 2011 Cisco announces Videoscape IPTV platform and products originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 18:22:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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