Denon is back with its new IN-Command Series of network home theater receivers. Four models are included in the line – AVR-X1000, AVR-X2000, AVR-X3000 and the flagship AVR-X4000. All of them come with a range of IN-Command features such as Audyssey MultEQ XT, full network streaming functionality, multi-zone capability, remote access, Control4 certification.
The top-of-the-line AVR-X4000 is a 7.2-channel receiver with each channel delivering 125W of outpuet. It can be expanded to up to 9.2-channel by adding a separate power amp. The device supports 4K Ultra HD upscaling for compatibility with latest super high resolution displays. It features Audyssey DSX, Dolby Pro Logic IIz and DTS Neo:X decoders as well as Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio.
The unit includes Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and Audyssey Sub EQ HT Dual subwoofer EQ calibration system for enhanced performance. It also includes Audyssey Dynamic EQ to improve surround effects at lower volume levels, Audyssey Dynamic Volume stabilizes volume levels for consistent sound, and Audyssey LFC solves the problem of low frequency sounds disturbing people in adjacent rooms.
The digital multi-zone functionality of the receiver allows users to enjoy music or video in separate room. With AirPlay, you can stream music and video wirelessly from your iOS devices or Windows/Mac with iTunes to the receiver. DLNA is also supported to stream from DLNA-enabled devices, such as your Windows laptops and Android devices. It also supports Internet Radio and music streaming services such as Spotify, Pandora and SiriusXM.
The X4000 provides 3 HDMI outputs and 7 HDMI inputs. There are also Composite, component, Ethernet network port ,RS-232 port, IR serial remote in/out, and USB connectors. The receiver is priced at $1299.
Denon will also release the 7.1-channel AVR-X2000 (95 watts per channel), the 7.2-channel AVR-X3000 (105 watts per channel) and the entry-level 5-channel (80 watts) AVR-X1000. The first two models include 4K upscaling and includes multi-zone capabilities. The X3000 includes many of the features of X4000 but lacks Dynamic Discrete Surround Circuit, AL24 Processing Plus, Denon Link and Phono input. The X2000 and X1000 come without multi-zone video output. The X3000, X200 and X100 are priced at $899.00, $649.00 and $449.00.
AAXA has this week added a new addition to their range of pico projectors, in the form of the newly launched AAXA P2 Jr Pico Projector.
The AAXA P2 Jr Pico Projector is fitted with a brilliant 55 lumen light engine, a powerful ARM processor, and HDMI and VGA inputs capable of accepting 1080P and WXGA resolution inputs respectively.
The AAXA P2 Jr Pico Projector is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand and weighs just 0.3 lbs in weight and measures 4.2 x 2.9 x 0.8 inches in size.
The Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery within the pico projector is capable of powering it forum to 2 hours, and its now available to purchase for $199. For more information on the new AAXA P2 Jr Pico Projector and to order, jump over to the AAXA website for details.
Orbitsound has announced the launch of two new soundbars for your HTDV, the Orbitsound M9 and M12, both devices come with Bluetooth, plus a range of other connections which include optical, AUX, video out, RCA and 3.5mm jack.
You will be able to pair your smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth and play your favourites tunes to either device, and it also comes with ‘grab’ feature that will let you play the last media from a paired tablet or smartphone.
The Orbitsound M9 is designed for smaller HDTV’s and the M12 is designed for larger ones, the Orbitsound M9 will retail for £299 and the Orbitsound M12 will retail for £399, they will be availabe in the UK shortly from a number of retailers.
Samsung has unveiled their latest, world’s first OLED TV coded ES9500 back in CES early January this year. The 55-inches OLED TV is scheduled for release second half this year. Samsung also showcase the ES9500 OLED TV at the Samsung Premium TC Showcase 2012, positioning the Samsung ES9500 as the highest-class TV in the industry.
Samsung ES9500 comes with stylish black framing and minimalist structural and design that will blend seamlessly into any living room interior.
Features mentioned including a dual view feature that allows two people to watch two channels at the same time in full screen mode, Samsung’s Smart Content and super-slim bezel. You could expect to see Samsung ES9500 OLED TV on the retail shelves sometime prior Christmas or earlier this year, home market should be able to enjoy the new technology first hand prior overseas market.
Price wise, it’s not looking good. The AP says the TV is set to cost around 10 million won (~$8,750), and the TV isn’t set to ship until the “second half” of the year. The prices aren’t expected to come down until the OLED TV tech becomes more mainstream in the next two to three years. Better start saving up in the meantime.
The folks over at Roku have not been sipping Pina Coladas while enjoying themselves on a yacht somewhere – no sir, in fact, they have been working hard to deliver yet another software update which will bump up the version number to version 4.7, where this new software update will play nice with the following devices from Roku – the Roku 2, Roku LT and the new Roku HD.
Obviously, which self-respecting software upgrade will come without introducing any new improvements and fixes? So too, does version 4.7 deliver a slew of “under the hood” improvements and fixes which you can read about after the jump.
Added support for channels that use Microsoft Smooth Streaming
Added improvements to support several new partner channels to launch in 2012
Improved stability of the new Roku HD player
Improved Roku device discovery on Roku iOS and Android mobile apps
Fixed a bug related to French localization
You will be able to obtain the Roku software update automatically as long as your Roku 2, Roku LT and new Roku HD players are connected to the Internet, and this rollout is tipped to happen over the next two days. For those who cannot wait, marshmallow kids will just have to do it the manual way, that is by selecting Settings > Software update > Check now from your Roku player.
British loudspeaker firm KEF‘s been putting out quality designs for 50 years now, and they’re showing no signs of slowing down. They’ve observed the occasion by introducing a slew of new designs, many of them drawing on the Uni-Q concentric driver array developed for the Blade tower speaker (which itself went from a concept to a very impressive actual product this year).
The latest KEF speaker to hit the streets is the all-new LS50 mini monitor ($1,499.99/pair), which follows in the footsteps of the BBC’s signature and ever-popular LS3 and LS5a line of bookshelf speakers, loaded with KEF drivers designed by Raymond Cooke. The LS50, however, has updated the design significantly, employing the Uni-Q driver, set in a curved baffle designed to minimize edge reflections, and a new elliptical port design, with flexible interior walls intended to minimize midrange resonance, and flared walls that should cut down on turbulence. The cabinet itself uses a constrained layer damping scheme to eliminate vibration (the curved baffle is also meant to contribute to overall cabinet rigidity).
The miniscule speaker (11.9 x 7.9 x 10.9 in) looks to be intended for near to midfield applications; the 8 Ohm units (they’ll handle down to a 3.2 Ohm load) can take up to 100 watts/channel, which given a sensitivity of 85 dB should produce in the neighborhood of 106 dB maximum output. Frequency response is given as +/- 3 dB from 79Hz – 28kHz; though usable response is a bit broader, at a claimed 6 dB down at 47Hz.[Product Page]
Earlier at CES this year, Lenovo took the wraps off the K91 Google TV. Featuring a 55” display, the device powered by a 1.5GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 processor with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich on board was met with pretty good first-impressions. Well the good news is that if such a device was on your shopping list, the Lenovo K91 and the smaller 42” K71 and K81 Google TVs are now available in China and are priced at 14,999 yuan (~$2,378) and 6,499 yuan (~$1,030) respectively.
It comes with features like facial and voice recognition along with access to video on demand and Lenovo’s very own app store, Le Store. At the moment it seems that the Lenovo TVs are available only in China as Lenovo is currently working to secure content deals before moving on to other markets, but what do you guys think?
Here comes the slimmest DVR at the moment! Echostar’s FreeView+ HDT-610R: EchoStar Slimmest DVR In The World! By purchasing one unit of the FreeView+ HD, user will be eligible to 50 jaw dropping digital channels including BBC One HD, BBC HD, ITV1 HD and Channel 4 HD, where all subscriptions are free for legitimate buyer for one off payment.
Carrying UK design, EchoStar’s FreeView HDT-601R DVR comes with a built in 500GB hard drive with capability to record up to 300 hours in standard definition, or up to 125 hours in High Definition.
The twin tuner will connect your set of top box to the slim outlook DVR and setting which cable TV channel you wish to record. Featuring an HD on-screen guide with plug and play installation, this user friendly Ultra Slim DVR will get you in complete control of your digital entertainment experience, you could set up it up in matter of minutes using the on-screen set-up wizard.
EchoStar Freeview+ HD comes with overall box dimension of 270 x 204 x 14-mm(WxDxH), mainly to help users to record high definition digital TV broadcast or saving list of programs for your Smart TV entertainment session.
Supports Dolby Digital Plus audio technology for amazing digital sound whenever you’re connected to a compatible home cinema system and receiving compatible broadcasts.
We can’t find other information regarding the HDMI port, if it is solely for connecting (output) to your HDTV or Smart TV, you might not be able to record some HD 1080p videos from other HDMI devices, please check with the relevant merchant regarding this issue if you want to record videos/broadcast from other HDMI enabled devices.
FreeView+ HD digital TV recorder is built with aluminium chassis, offering various features of:
Watch, pause & record TV in high definition
Unique design; ultra slim case & award winning on-screen guide
Smart TV+ ready; entertainment on demand* & catch-up TV
High capacity recording; 300 hours in SD, or up to 125 hours in HD
Twin Tuner; pause live TV, record two programmes at the same time or a complete series
Easy install with on-screen set-up wizard
HDMI connection for a crystal clear picture
Vibrant, full colour HD guide
Future proofed; Internet connectivity for new feature & Smart TV updates+
Pre-order via Amazon should be available shortly, click here to check it out!
Antelope Audio’s Rubicon Atomic Preamp is designed for high-end consumer electronics enthusiasts. It is known as the world’s first 384kHz converter, phono stage preamp and headphone amplifier with a Rubidium atomic clock. This integrated atomic clock is claimed to be 100,000 times more stable than a traditional crystal oscillator.
The Rubicon Atomic Preamp also adopts Antelope’s 64-bit Accoustically Focused Clocking technology, which improves the sound quality. Additional features include 384kHz USB streaming, DLNA capability, dual S/PDIF de-jittered outputs and dual stage headphone amps. [Antelope Audio]
Anyone in the market for a pocket sized pico projector might be interested in the new Phillips PicoPix 2480, which was first unveiled back in February of their year and measure just (W x H x D) 190 x 80 x 190 mm.
The Phillips PicoPix 2480 is equipped with a 80 lumens LED bulb whilst on power or 55 lumens when powered by its internal battery, enabling you to project an image up to 120 inches or 320cm across.
The Phillips PicoPix 2480 is not equipped with high definition support but does provide a resolution of 854 × 480, with a contrast ratio of 1000:1. Its internal battery will provide enough juice for up to 2 hours of viewing and the integrated Media MP4 Player allows you to play media directly from an SD card or USB stick.
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