Archive for April 3rd, 2012

New mouse: Logitech Touch Mouse M600

Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012

The M600 features a touch surface that lets you swipe and scroll on it with your fingertips to navigate intuitively while surfing the Web. It is now available in Singapore at S$89.

Logitech Touch Mouse M600 - available now for S$89.

Logitech Touch Mouse M600 - available now for S$89.

With the Logitech Touch Mouse M600 you can scroll and swipe wherever the fingertips rest on the mouse.

Logitech Touch Mouse M600Logitech Flow Scroll software makes scrolling fluid, much like scrolling on the touchscreen of a smartphone.

Slide a finger along the touch surface to experience immediate, continuous and free-flowing Web page scrolling.

The mouse’s unique shape is designed to facilitate the tasks we do most – pointing, clicking and scrolling.

It can be used by both right- and left-handers, with click areas that can easily be reassigned with Logitech SetPoint software.

Intuitive control at the fingertipsIn addition, the Logitech Touch Mouse M600 includes the tiny Logitech Unifying receiver, which can connect up to six compatible mice and keyboards through one USB port.

Add a keyboard, switch between mice, mix and match to fit your lifestyle, without having to change receivers or sacrifice another USB port.

The Logitech Touch Mouse M600 was named an International CES Innovations 2012 Design and Engineering Awards Honoree in the Computer Peripherals product category.

The M600 is connected via a USB port and is compatible with Windows 7.

The mouse measures 111.3 x 64.3 x 29.2 mm and weighs 107.7g (with battery).

It comes with 3-year limited hardware warranty.

New tablet: Samsung SLATE PC Series 7

Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012

Powered by an Intel Core i5 processor and featuring an 11.6” screen, the powerful but portable Windows 7 device will be available this month at S$1,688.

The Samsung SLATE PC Series 7 can be used as a tablet or be used as a desktop.

The Samsung SLATE PC Series 7 can be used as a tablet or be used as a desktop.

The Samsung SLATE PC Series 7 is 12.9mm (0.5”) in thinness and weighs only 860g.

The docking station for the tablet.

The docking station for the tablet.

When connected to the docking station, and the Bluetooth keyboard and mouse (both sold separately), the Slate operates as a desktop PC.

The docking station provides the interface to other devices and enables the flexibility to sync to a larger monitor.

On its own, the SLATE PC Series 7 can used as an ultra-portable device just like a tablet. Battery life is up to 6 hours.

Used as a desktop when docked in and connected to optional Bluetooth keyboard.

Used as a desktop when docked in and connected to optional Bluetooth keyboard.

Multiple input methods from touch screen keyboard to digital pen ensure make it a flexible solution for capturing, creating and presenting content on the go, using Microsoft Office 2010 or via web applications.

Samsung SLATE PC Series 7 (S$1,688)

Samsung SLATE PC Series 7 (S$1,688)

An integrated microphone and dual 2MP (front) / 3MP (rear) cameras record audio/visual files, which can be stored and shared via the full-sized USB port or Wi-Fi, WiMAX and HSPA+ connection.

The SuperBright Plus 11.6” HD display provides outstanding picture quality and text-readability with 400nit brightness – 100% brighter than normal laptop displays, enabling full visual experience even outdoors.

The SLATE PC Series 7 boots up in 15 seconds and wakes from standby in 2 seconds.

Below are the key specifications.

System Configuration
CPU Intel Huron River Core i5 2467M / Core i3
Operating System Genuine Windows 7 Professional
LCD 11.6” HD display, 16:9 aspect ratio, 400nit brightness, PLS(view angle>=170 degree)
GFX Intel HD Graphics 3000
Memory 2GB / 4GB DDR3 1333MHz
Storage 64 / 128 GB SSD
Webcam Front : 2.0M, Rear: 3.0M
WWAN HSPA+ (802.11 bgn)
PAN BT 3.0
Battery 40Wh (up to 6 hours – based on Mobile Mark test)
Dimensions/Wt 12.9mm / 860g (0.5” / 1.89lbs)
Input / Output
Input Capacitive Touch + Digitizer/ AF Coating, Durable Glass
Ports 1x USB2.0 (Type A), m-HDMI, Audio (in/out), micro SD slot
Dock Connector Interface: USB 2.0, Gigabit Ethernet, DC-in, HDMI
Keyboard Bluetooth keyboard (optional)

New smartphone headphones: Sony XBA-1VP and XBA-2VP

Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012

Sony has introduced today two new Balanced Armature (BA) headphones with remote control for smartphones. The XBA-1VP and XBA-2VP headphones will be available in Asia Pacific from May 2012. Prices will be released later.

Sony XBA-2VP headphones with woofer and magnesium inner housing.

Sony XBA-2VP headphones with woofer and magnesium inner housing.

The two new headphones are the latest additions to the popular XBA series that was launched in September last year.

Sony XBA headphones will be available in May 2012.The two new headphones, XBA-1VP and XBA-2VP, feature micro-sized BA units that produce crystal clear sound reproduction and quality across the range of frequencies, giving audiophiles a more enjoyable listening experience while not compromising on comfort and mobility.

Sony XBA-1VP headphones uses Liquid Crystal Polymer.

Sony XBA-1VP headphones uses Liquid Crystal Polymer.

The XBA-1VP contains one full range driver unit, whereas the XBA-2VP has a woofer added into the mix to deliver high sensitive accurate frequencies with a rich bass, making vocals clearer for the discerning listener.

Both headphones were designed to block off acoustic sound to reduce ambient noise and sound leakage by utilising a doubled layered housing casing.

The XBA-1VP uses Liquid Crystal Polymer and the XBA-2VP possesses a magnesium inner housing to ensure a smooth surround sound with a clear and distinct mid-high range.

The special ABS material used for the outer housing in both headphones prevents any unwanted distortions and vibrations.