OSD Displays (OSD) recently announced a 7-inch a-Si TFT LCD panel. The product (OSD-804805-6UFLWB) is capable of full video, offers a digital TTL 18-bit parallel interface, and a form factor common in the market.The WVGA display has competitive 65/65/55/65 viewing angles and features a 30 chip LED backlight providing 280 nit. The display includes a four-wire resistive touch layer, although alternate models are available without this feature. The outline of the module measures 166.6×107.0×11.5mm and has a very durable construction, according to the company.OSD latest 7-inch LCD panel Photo: Company

Seagate Technology on January 16 introduced the PipelineHD, a hard disk drive (HDD) series specifically designed to be built into digital video recorders (DVRs). Seagate will begin shipments of PipelineHD sometime in the first half of 2008, according to Seagate Technology Taiwan.The storage capacities of PipelineHD series models range from 320GB to 1TB, with the latter equivalent to store either 200 hours of high-definition TV content or 1,000 hours of standard-definition TV content, Seagate Taiwan pointed out. In addition, PipelineHD features quiet operation with very low noise to fit in with the living room or bedroom environment, Seagate Taiwan indicated.Seagate Technology's PipelineHD series hard disk drivePhoto: Company

BenQ recently announced the launch of what it claims is the world's slimmest 8-megapixel camera, the BenQ X800.At 9.8mm thick, the X800 is equipped with a 3-inch LCD display. The digital camera has a Prism Type 3x optical zoom lens, Face-Tracking and Super Shake-Free modes. The portable media player function of the device also allows consumers to watch video and listen to digital audio, according to the company.When zooming in on an image, all of the movement of the lens takes place inside the camera, which also has a 1cm micro shooting function. The X800, with its built-in MPEG-4 format, can record 30 frames per second at 640×480 VGA resolution and can capture images using up to an ISO 4000 setting.The BenQ DSC X800 will be available worldwide in the first quarter of 2008.BenQ X800 digital cameraPhoto: Company

After much speculation and rumors of its existence, Apple at Macworld 2008 unveiled an ultra-thin addition to its MacBook lineup, the MacBook Air.The new notebook measures 0.16-inches at its thinnest point, while its maximum height of 0.76-inches is less than the thinnest point on competing notebooks, according to Apple.The MacBook Air has a 13.3-inch LED-backlit widescreen display, a full-size and backlit keyboard, a built-in iSight video camera for video conferencing, and a trackpad with multi-touch gesture support. MacBook Air is powered by a 1.6GHz or 1.8GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 4MB L2 cache, and includes as standard features 2GB of memory, an 80GB 1.8-inch hard drive (and an optional 64GB solid state drive is available), and 802.11n Wi-Fi technology and Bluetooth 2.1.MacBook Air delivers up to five hours of battery life and includes AirPort Extreme 802.11n Wi-Fi networking, which delivers up to five times the performance and twice the range of 802.11g, according to the company.The new notebook features a mercury-free LCD display with arsenic-free glass, and brominated flame retardant-free material for the majority of circuit boards as well as PVC-free internal cables, according to Apple.The MacBook Air will be shipping in two weeks through Apple's online store, Apple's retail stores and Apple Authorized Resellers for a suggested retail price of US$1,799.Since the notebook lacks an internal optical disc drive, Apple has also introduced the companion MacBook Air SuperDrive for US$99. The MacBook Air SuperDrive is powered by MacBook Air's USB port, eliminating the need to carry a separate power adapter, highlighted the company.Apple's MacBook AirPhoto: CompanyApple MacBook Air from the sidePhoto: Company

VIA Technologies and Maxdata have announced the launch of the Belinea s.book 1, a mini-notebook with weight less than one kilogram in the German market.Powered by the 1.2GHz VIA C7-M ULV processor, the Belinea s.book 1 delivers the performance, connectivity, and functionality of a conventional notebook PC in a sleek and light form factor that provides an ideal solution for today's increasingly mobile business users, according to the companies.The notebook is available now at qualified specialist dealers in Germany. Maxdata Belinea s.book 1 mini-notebook specifications Item Detail Processor VIA C7-M, ULV 1.2GHz Display 7-inch display Memory 1GB Hard drive 80GB HDD DVD-RW optional via USB WLAN 802.11 b/g Chipset VIA VX700 Source: Company, compiled by Digitimes, January 2008

Advansus, a joint-venture company of Asustek Computer and Advantech, has introduced a mini-ITX modular open frame panel computer, the FPM610, equipped with a 15-inch color TFT LCD display and a CPU selection from Intel Core 2 Duo to Celeron M.The company offers four different versions of the FPM610 based on Intel 945GME, 915GME, 910GMLE or 852GM motherboards. All support LVDS and DVI dual view displays, 5.1-channel audio with an additional 5W audio amplifier, and a Gigabit Ethernet port.The computer is suitable for digital signage, kiosk, POS (point of sale) and other multimedia demanding applications, according to the company. Advansus FPM610 mini-ITX open frame panel computer specifications Item Detail CPU Celeron M 600MHz up to Intel Core 2 Duo processor Display Built-in 15-inch TFT LCD Display Output Onboard LVDS/DVI, supports dual view Sound Realtek ALC888 / 655 with 5W audio amplifier LAN Realtek RTL8111B / 8110SC Gigabit LAN card Source: Company, compiled by Digitimes, January 2008Advansus FPM610 mini-ITX open frame panel computer Photo: Company

Leadtek Research has launched a brand new TV tuner card – the WinFast PVR2100 – which supports analog TV reception including PAL, NTSC and SECAM, while it can also receive FM radio. With built-in MPEG2 encoding hardware, users can record videos with the minimal system workload, highlighted the company.The TV tuner card comes with Leadtek's exclusive WinFast PVR2 software which enables users to change their settings in a two-layer user-friendly menu. Live Broadcasting software can turn a PC into a TV broadcasting station and let the users share their videos with their family and friends. Finally, DirectBurn software allows users to transfer home videos and movies from camcorders, VHS tapes, and personal DVDs into a blank CDs or DVDs, the company said.The card also features TwinView technology to provide PIP (picture in picture), POP (picture on picture) and PAP (picture and picture) viewing options, noted the company.Leadtek WinFast PVR2100 TV tuner cardPhoto: Company

Shuttle has launched its XPC Barebone SX38P2 Pro, a mini-PC barebone designed for 45nm Intel processors and which can accommodate two graphics cards.The SX38P2 Pro supports PCI Express 2.0, Gigabit Ethernet, and 8-channel HD-sound with Dolby Digital Live! and the DTS Connect certification. Up to three internal hard disks can be installed inside the system which can also be expanded via the two external eSATA ports.A Mini-PCIe slot is available for used with Intel Turbo Memory to help accelerate system boot up and the loading of programs, the company highlighted.The Shuttle XPC Barebone SX38P2 Pro is available now in specialist stores at a recommended price of 429 euros (excluding VAT) (US$499). Shuttle XPC Barebone SX38P2 Pro Item Details Chipset Intel X38 Express / ICH9R chipset Compatible CPUs Supports 45nm processors and/or current models of the Intel Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Quad / Core 2 Duo Series with Socket 775 (up to FSB 1333) Memory Max. 8GB Dual-channel DDR2 800 (OC up to 1066MHz) Audio 8-Channel HD-audio with Dolby Digital Live! and DTS Connect PCIe 2x PCIe 2.0 x16 (ATI CrossFire), 1x Mini-PCIe Connectivity Gigabit LAN, 2x FireWire, 8x USB 2.0 4x SATA, 2x eSATA Other USB Speed-Link, Fingerprint Scanner Power 450W power supply (80 PLUS) Dimensions 325×220×210mm Source: Company, compiled by Digitimes, January 2008Shuttle XPC Barebone SX38P2 ProPhoto: Company

Transcend Information recently introduced a 16GB version of its JetFlash V10 USB 2.0 flash drive.The JetFlash V10 has a cap-less design, which includes a retractable USB connector with lock-switch, which makes the drive easier to use and protects the connector from damage when not in use. The JetFlash V10 measures 64×21×10mm and weighs only 11g.For added value, the 16GB JetFlash V10 comes bundled with Transcend's JetFlash elite software package, which focuses on the needs of mobile computer users and is specifically developed to help manage data more efficiently and increase productivity, claimed the company.The JetFlash V10 works with Windows Vista and also supports Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP, Mac OS 9.0 /OS X or later, and Linux Kernel 2.4.2 or later.Transcend's 16 GB JetFlash V10 is available at a suggested pre-tax retail price of US$105.Transcend 16GB JetFlash V10 USB drivePhoto: Company

Everex launched an ultra-mobile PC featuring the latest Open Source operating system from gOS at the ongoing 2008 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas.Measuring nine inches in length and two pounds in weight, the Everex CloudBook caters to users seeking the latest in mobile computing. With its 1.2GHz VIA C7-M ULV mobile processor, the notebook averages five hours of battery life on a 4-cell, lithium-ion battery. The CloudBook also features 30GB of internal storage, DVI output, 4-in-1 card reader and 1.3-megapixel webcam, highlighted the company.The CloudBook, model CE1200V, showcases the gOS operating system and familiar applications from Mozilla, Skype, Google, Facebook, Faqly and OpenOffice.org. Available January 25, the computer will be available at Walmart.com for US$399.The Everex CloudBook ultra-mobile PCPhoto: Company