2008 Hitachi Plasma Line Availability And Pricing

Available in 42- and 50-inch screen sizes, the plasma line makes use of a bunch of proprietary Hitachi technologies--UltraBlack Panels use a boxed cell structure to produce deeper blacks, improved phospor formulations produce richer colors, a PictureMaster VI digital video processor and Reel60Hz result in a smooth picture, and Cinema48, which works with 24p HDMI inputs to produce the same visual timing as films would playback in a movie theater. All of Hitachi's 2008 plasmas are Energy Star-certified, have an ambient light sensor, deep black stripe filters, an anti-reflective panel, game mode, and a TV Guide On Screen interactive program guide. Check out the pricing and availability below:

• 42-inch A-Series (model P42A402): $1,399 in July


• 50-inch A-Series (model P50A202): $1,799 currently available


• 50-inch A-Series (model P50A402): $1,899 currently available


• 50-inch S-Series (model P50S602): $2,699 currently available


• 50-inch V-Series (model P50V702): $3,199 in August


• 50-inch X-Series (model P50X902): $3,699 in August

Del 1609WX projector

The Del 1609WX projector features 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, 2500 lumens of brightness, 1900:1 contrast ratio, and a load of connectivity options including DVI, S-video, composite, and PC inputs. The 1609WX also features Dell's proprietary BrilliantColor technology and an 8 Watt speaker. It'll cost 105, 000 Yen in Japan, about the equivalent of US$969.

Loewe Connect 37 DR+: Loaded With Features Including Built-In Media Streaming

Loewe's Connect 37 DR+ is a beautifully designed 37-inch LCD TV that features some seriously high-end features. With 1080p resolution and 24fps HD media playback, expect a near-perfect picture, while a built-in 160 GB hard drive eliminates the need for a set-top box altogether. You'll have plenty of integrated space to record all of your favorite TV shows. A Connect 37 model is also available minus the hard drive.

Both models feature Wi-Fi and Ethernet options for streaming video from your PC using Windows Media Player. Unfortunately, no other streaming options are available. The Connect 37 DR+ also has a Scart socket for component video, 2 HDMI slots, and RCA digital audio inputs and outputs for connecting to a home theater system. It can even display photos and play music via two USB ports.

A couple of added options available to you are purchasing the Loewe Connect without the media streamer and adding DVB-S for receiving HD satellite signals. Available in black, white, and silver the Loewe Connect 37 DR+ is priced at 2150 Pounds or US$4300. Remove the internal hard drive and you'll pay 100 Pounds less, add-on will cost you extra.

Microsoft And Onkyo Partner Up, Look To Invade Your Living Room

Microsoft have signed a broad patent cross-licensing agreement that will enable significant technological innovation in high-quality home entertainment and enhance the overall user experience. The agreement covers a broad range of consumer products and allows greater mutual access to each partner’s respective patent portfolio.

The company’s hope this will foster innovation in audio-visual home entertainment. What could we expect from this? Most likely Microsoft software integrated into Onkyo’s hardware, the obvious answer. A Microsoft interface for Onkyo hardware setup? We’ll have to see as the press release linked to below is pretty vague.

BenQ gets anorexic with it’s ultra-slim LCD monitor

BenQ has just launched the ultra-slim 24″ V2400W LCD monitor which is now the thinnest at 2.44 inches at it’s thickest point. To give you a perspective of how thin that is, the BenQ V2400W is a whopping 21% thinner than it’s nearest rival. This new monitor supports high definition at 1080pixels. This very chic monitor is a far cry from the ancient boxes we used to get for monitors and will certainly not be out of place in the very stylish, new age, ultra-sophisticated homes. The V2400W has an assymetric design with an offset stand which looks more Giorgio Armani design than a computer monitor. And the V2400W has an international award in its kitty after winning the iF design awards.

As for Europe and North America, BenQ will start shipping the LCD’s a month later, from April. Read more on HDTV news

Make Your Deal Cost Effective

Once you get a credit card it can be all to easy to start racking up the credit card debt. This is a bad way to start out and you will probably end up with bad credit if you are using credit cards all of the time. Remember, the money you spend on credit cards will need to be repaid. It is best if you save your credit card for emergencies instead of buying that new pair of shoes or paying for an evening out.It With large balances or balance transfers, you can often find lower rates by paying a small fee. You may also find that with incentive programs, a monthly fee will still allow you to come out ahead.

However, for those that pay off their balances every month, choose a card with no or low fees. You can also choose to have a couple of different types of credit card programs to meet your different financing needs.Personal secured loan is a secured loan that is availed by pledging your asset as security. You can put your home or vehicle, or any other fixed asset as security that is done to assure the repayment. This loan can obtained to dispense any kind of expenses you have that are generally, college fees, buying a car, renovation of home, wedding cost, luxury holiday, and even for the debt consolidation.

The Secrets Of Tea

The green tea is from China, but has recently become widespread all over the world.Green Tea is also widely recognized as one than can protect you against lots of different cancers such ovarian cancer, stomach cancer, prostate cancer, as well as cancer of the colon, mouth, breast and cervix. Advocates claim that a diet supplemented with green tea or a green tea extract in supplement form may actually delay the onset of Alzheimer's disease. One study from Great Britain found that green tea inhibited three chemical culprits associated with breaking down brain cells and producing plaque and protein deposits in the brain.The oolong tea is considered more powerful weapon in the fight against stomach cancer. A study in Shanghai, China, where oolong is consumed by more than 80% of tea drinkers, showed that oolong tea drinkers had a lower risk of stomach cancer than those who did not drink oolong tea. Oolong tea contains higher concentrations of polyphenols, anti-oxidative substances that can inhibit the formation and growth of a variety of tumors, including stomach cancer.