AT&T Nexus Ones Have Bad Displays?

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Well, this certainly isn't going to help sales at all. Earlier this week we reported that the AT&T and Rogers editions of the Nexus One had launched. Now information has come out of Boy Genius which suggests that these new Nexus Ones may have a serious issue with their displays.

Posted on Thu, 18 Mar 2010 10:45:21 CDT | by Robert Evans

GM develops new Augmented Reality Windshield Display

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GM has developed a next-generation head-up display technology that could transform the everyday windshield into a device that can make driving safer and more convenient.
This enhanced vision system creates an augmented reality, leveraging night vision, navigation and camera-based sensor technologies to project images produced by ultra violet lasers onto the surface of the windshield.
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Posted on Wed, 17 Mar 2010 09:07:14 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Dell 23" 1080p Widescreen LCD Display for $159 + free shipping

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Dell Home offers the Dell 23" 1080p Widescreen LCD Monitor, model no. ST2310, for $159 with free shipping via Economy Delivery (3 to 5 days). That's a $10 drop from our February mention and the lowest total price we've seen since December when it was $1 less. Sales tax is added where applicable. It features a 1920x1080 (1080p) native resolution, 5ms response time, 50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 250 cd/m² brightness, and HDMI, DVI-D (with HDCP), and VGA inputs. Read more

Posted on Mon, 15 Mar 2010 20:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Dell 22" 1080p LCD Multi-Touch LCD Display w/ webcam for $329 + free shipping

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Dell Home offers its Dell SX2210T 21.5" 1080p Widescreen Multi-Touch LCD Monitor for $329 with free shipping. That's $20 below our February mention and the lowest total price we could find; however, we saw it for $10 less back in January (since expired). Sales tax is added where applicable. The SX2210T features single- and multi-touch capabilities, a 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution, 50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 2ms response time, 220 cd/m² brightness, integrated 2-megapixel webcam with 2x digital zoom and dual microphones, HDMI input, and VGA input. Note that this monitor is only compatible with systems running Windows 7 Home Premium and up. Deal ends March 11. Read more

Posted on Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Microsoft: AMOLED Displays Are The Future

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Okay, so Microsoft didn't actually say that outright. Actions speak louder than words though, and Microsoft's actions with Windows Phone 7 speak to high hopes for the future ubiquity of OLED-based displays. PocketNow reports that Windows Phone 7 engineers chose black and white backgrounds for a very specific reason.

Black backgrounds draw less power on an AMOLED screen, and white backgrounds work better for emails and improve text readability. Microsoft knows that OLED/AMOLED technology will be the future of phone displays. It has already started to gain quite a bit of popularity, and that will only continue over the next few years.

Posted on Tue, 9 Mar 2010 12:30:23 CST | by Robert Evans

Motorola Patent For 'Multi-Screen Display' Sighted

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Let's all play the patent game! Moto just received a patent for a reconfigurable multi-screen display. GoRumors and Engadget believe that the primary use of this technology would be to connect multiple phones together. Phandroid posits a much more practical use.

Posted on Mon, 8 Mar 2010 11:51:25 CST | by Robert Evans

Sunny Ocean 3D Display without Glasses also at CeBIT 2010 [Update]

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This is our third report from CeBIT 2010 featuring a 3D display technology that does not require glasses. Why are the new 2010 3D TVs from Sony, Samsung and others, require us to wear 3D shutter glasses again? To me it looks like there is enough auto-stereoscopic display technology out there that big consumer electronics companies could put their muscle behind now.

Singapore based Sunny Ocean offers a 3D Display that offers 3D experience from 64 perspectives in a room. This feature makes this 3D display usable by several people in the room at the same time.
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Posted on Thu, 4 Mar 2010 05:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

CeBIT 2010: SeeFront 3D Display works without Glasses

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Earlier we reported about the Fraunhofer autostereoscopic 3D display that uses eye tracking to generate the 3D experience. Another German company called SeeFront is also exhibiting a 3D display that requires no glasses at the CeBIT 2010.
The SeeFront technology is a special optical system embedded in a forepanel mounted parallel to the flat screen monitor. In order to create a spatial effect both eyes must see proximate perspectives.
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Posted on Wed, 3 Mar 2010 09:36:53 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

3D Display without Glasses using Eye-tracking exhibited at CeBIT 2010

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Many believe that 3D in the living room will only succeed if we do not have to wear glasses to see the 3D images.
The Germany Fraunhofer Institute is demonstrating an interesting 3D display solution without glasses at the CeBIT 2010.
The auto stereoscopic display is using eye-tracking to allow viewers to move around fairly freely and still view perfect 3D. The system is controlled by contact-free gesture. The Fraunhofer HHI institute is showing two such 3D displays at the CeBIT 2010. The analog 3D display uses mechanics to adjust the images to the viewing angle; its picture quality is the highest now achievable anywhere in the world.
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Posted on Wed, 3 Mar 2010 02:46:41 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

De-branded LCD displays from $100 + $10 s&h

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UncleVic.com discounts several refurbished and de-branded LCD monitors, as listed below. With shipping starting at $10, each is under the lowest total price we could find for their factory-sealed and branded counterparts. The monitors:

• 18.5" Widescreen LCD Monitor (de-branded HP W1858, pictured) for $99.99
• 20" Widescreen LCD Monitor (de-branded Compaq TS-20Q9) for $109.99
• 21" Widescreen LCD Monitor (de-branded HP 2159M) for $114.99

Of note, each monitor includes a 90-day warranty, but it's unclear who backs it.

Posted on Sun, 28 Feb 2010 10:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

iGala Linux powered WiFi Photo Frame does more than displaying Photos

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iGala WiFi Linux Based Photo Frame available at ThinkGeek for $239.99.

The iGala is much more than your typical photo frame. It comes with a touchscreen interface to help guide you through all the things it can do. Not only can it login to a Gmail account it can display e-mailed photos and much more. This is a digital frame that takes you to the next level in digital photo frames.

It features an 8” high resolution 800 x 600 digital screen. The iGala can also pull your photos automatically from web sharing sites such as Flickr and Facebook. You can also connect to Windows Live Framelt or FrameChannel if you want free web based interface to automatically bring you photos, news and traffic right to your frame. There is no PC required or subscription fees for online use. Read more

Posted on Fri, 26 Feb 2010 07:00:00 CST | by Susan McGlaun

Dell LCD Display Price Check: 24

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In the market for a Dell LCD? Dell Home and Dell Small Business have discounts on many of their widescreen LCD monitors. Plus, take an extra 10% off select monitors from Dell Small Business via coupon code "7JRDS?8NBRGX4X". (Coupon ends today.) However, many have been available for less in recent months; price comparisons are to our most recent mention. The latest prices on selected Dell LCDs, all with free shipping and after coupon where noted:

• Dell E2210H 21.5" 1080p LCD for $159 (up $7)
• Dell ST2410 24" 1080p LCD for $189 (pictured, unchanged)
• Dell E2210H 21.5" 1080p LCD for $189 (up $37)
• Dell E2310H 23" 1080p LCD for $206.10 via "7JRDS?8NBRGX4X" (up $45)
• Dell P2310H 23" LCD Monitor for $224.10 via code "7JRDS?8NBRGX4X" (up $36)
• Dell G2410 24" 1080p LED-Backlit LCD for $260.10 via code "7JRDS?8NBRGX4X" (unchanged)
• Dell SX2210T 21.5" 1080p Multi-Touch LCD for $349 (up $20)
• Dell U2410 24" LCD for $539.10 via code "7JRDS?8NBRGX4X" (up $40)

Posted on Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Lenovo 22" 1080p LCD Display w/ webcam for $135 + free shipping (updated)

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Lenovo offers its Lenovo L215 21.5" 1080p Widescreen LCD Monitor, model no. 6325HB1, for $149.99. With free shipping, that's tied with our mention last week for the lowest total price we've seen by $18. Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a 1920x1080 (1080p) native resolution, 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 300 cd/m² brightness, 5ms response time, built-in webcam, microphone, 3-port USB 2.0 hub, and both HDMI and VGA inputs.

Update: Apply coupon code "USPRETHINK" and it falls to $134.99 with free shipping.

Posted on Tue, 23 Feb 2010 06:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Nexus One OLED versus iPhone LCD Screen, LCD still rocks says DisplayMate

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OLED screens on mobile devices are becoming more and more common. Samsung has several phones with OLED displays and also the new HTC made Google Nexus One has an OLED screen. OLED is hyped as being brighter, having higher contrast while using less power.
Now iPhone owners can relax and still be happy with their LCD screen. According to DisplayMate, a display optimization company, has published detail comparison between the iPhone LCD screen and the Nexus One OLED screen.
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Posted on Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:58:10 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

iPhone 2010 Super AMOLED Display Rumors Heat Up

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RUMORS! HEARSAY! SPECULATION! Yes, this article has it all. In my interview with Aaron Vronko we touched briefly on the possibility that the new iPhone would pack a Super AMOLED screen. This new display technology (developed by Samsung) would give Apple a head's up on their plain-old AMOLED-packing competitors, like the Nexus One.

Now articles have popped up on Gadget Venue and PMP Today discussing rumors of a Super AMOLED screen for the new iPhone. I traced the rumors back to their source at OLED display.net, who claims to have heard from OLED industry sources that Apple is very interested in Samsung's technology.

Posted on Sat, 20 Feb 2010 12:36:56 CST | by Robert Evans

MWC: Stantum Multitouch 10-Finger Displays Coming Soon

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Display technology might be about to make a great leap forward. At the Mobile World Congress, Stantum just announced that they had made deals with several chip-makers. Actual products should be ready for OEMs by Q2 of 2010. What does this mean for you? Stantum multi-touch screens will soon be out in netbooks and laptops. (Netbooked)

Posted on Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:24:09 CST | by Robert Evans

MIT's Flyfire: The Future of Display?

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Monitors are SO last millennium. Even the super-sexy, ultra-thin OLED monitors have got nothing on Flyfire. This revolutionary (and still mostly theoretical) display technology from MIT could one day change the way we compute. The basic idea behind Flyfire is to use dozens of miniature helicopters festooned with LEDs to act as smart pixels.

These pixels are all controlled and coordinated by computer, which allows them to use highly precise movements to create detailed images. Eventually, MIT believes these tiny robots will be used to turn any area of space into a display surface. These 'helicopters' are self-stabilizing and use controlling technology developed in the ARES Lab.

Posted on Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:50:54 CST | by Robert Evans

NEC Unveils Massive P701 70-inch Display with Massive Price

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Long ago when I picked up my 30-inch Dell LCD I thought the more than $1000 it cost was a lot of money for a display. NEC has unveiled a new 70-inch display called the P701 that is aimed at the digital signage market and has a price tag that makes my 30-inch LCD seem dirt cheap. The P701 will ship in March for $11,799.

For that much scratch you get a huge 70-inch screen with 1920 x 1080 resolution and a 2000:1 contrast ratio. The screen has a 420 cd/m2 brightness rating with 600 cd/m2 maximum brightness. The display has integrated thermal protection and internal temperature sensors. Read more

Posted on Tue, 9 Feb 2010 08:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun

CES 2011 To Feature Largest Apple-Related Product Display Ever

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A new Apple product line means a new line of peripherals from manufacturers like iSkin and Mophie. Every year the CES show includes the iLounge Pavilion, where various companies go to show off their Apple product-related peripherals. In 2010, the Pavilion was 25,000 square feet in size and filled with more than 100 companies. And next year is set to be even bigger. iLounge has reserved twice as much space for 2011.

Skosche, Incipio, Vestalife and many others will all be in attendance next year, with their iPad accessories in tow. Right now, there are fairly few cool peripherals for the iPad. That state of affairs will not last long. I predict that keyboard/speaker combo iPad docks are going to be very big at CES 2011. There are quite a few elaborate docks for the iPhone and iPod touch, and the iPad opens up so many more potential avenues.

Posted on Wed, 3 Feb 2010 19:20:08 CST | by Robert Evans

Sony VAIO S Core i5 Laptop with Intel Wireless Display Is on Sale

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This laptop is not only light it weighs only 4.4 lbs and measures only 1.2” thick, it is durable and powerful also. The Sony VAIO S boasts high performance features, including an Intel Core i5 processor with Turbo boost Technology, Intel HD Graphics for outstanding visuals and a backlit keyboard and Intel Wireless Display technology, which allows you to wirelessly stream online media, videos, photos and more from the laptop to your HDTV. It also has Windows 7 Home Premium preloaded.

The Intel Core i5-430M processor features a 3MB L2 cache and 2.26GHz processor speed. The Sony VAIO S boasts Intel Turbo Boost Technology so you know it will deliver extra performance when you need it and increased energy efficiency when you don’t. Intel HD Graphics provides extra graphics power for your laptop when you need it. The laptop has 4GB DDR3 memory for multitasking power. It has a multiformat DVD+RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support which records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL media and also supports DVD-RAM. Read more

Posted on Sat, 23 Jan 2010 18:00:00 CST | by Susan McGlaun

New Wireless Display Laptops Are Perfect For Watching The Super Bowl 2010

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Intel unveiled a new feature called Intel Wireless Display at the CES 2010. With WiDi enabled Core i5 laptops you can easily watch what you see on your laptop on the HDTV in your living room.

This is a cool feature to have for watching the Super Bowl. If a funny or cool Super Bowl commercial just ran you can just switch to the internet and watch it again. With Wireless Display you can see it not just on your little 14-inch screen, but enjoy it with others on the big screen.
If the game gets really boring you can share some of your vacation photos as well.
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Posted on Thu, 21 Jan 2010 09:47:17 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr