Panasonic has presented two new 1Seg Portable TVs for the Japanese market, they are codenamed SV-MC75 and SV-ME750.

Thankfully, both devices are waterproof and splashproof and the high-end model, the SV-MC75, has 8GB on the internal memory and supports SDHC memory cards of 32GB. As for the display screen, it measures 4,3-inches. On the other hand, the SV-ME750 has a 5-inch screen with a resolution of 480×272 pixels.

Unfortunately I think these Portable TVs from Samsung will never get inside the US market…

Earlier today Panasonic launched a couple of new laptops, and the better ones are codenamed S8 and N8. One of the most impressive details that can be seen in both laptops is the battery life, in other words, the standard model can handle 8 hours while the Enhanced version can work for 16 hours - good enough for you?

In terms of technical specifications, they are both top-notch notebooks. With that being said, the R8 boasts a Core 2 Duo P8700 processor running at 2.53GHz, with a hard-drive of 250GB and a graphics card powered by GM45 Express Chipset. The memory RAM can go from 2GB to 4GB, and the display screen measures 12.1-inches. Additional features include WiMAX, WiFi, Ethernet, SDHC, and HDMI Out.

It looks like PNDs - Personal Navigation Devices - are becoming a hot trend in the other side of the world (Asia) and for that exact reason Panasonic lanched 3 new models today, more specifically the CN-MP150D, CN-MP180D and MP150D which are part of the Strada Pocket series.

Similar characteristics in the 3 PNDs include a 5-inch VGA LED Backlight screen, a microSD slot that supports a 8GB card, and being able to work with Google Maps (and Yahoo as well). As for the differences, the CN-MP1500 doesn’t feature a TV tuner, while on the contrary, the CN-MP180D has a 1Seg TV Tuner. The third and best model comes with the TV Tuner and also VICS for traffic information.

It’s not every day that we hear about new Linux phones so we definitely should check them out. Panasonic and NEC seem not to care about Android, Windows Mobile or Symbian OS that much. They seem to prefer LiMo instead. In fact they love it so much that they have announced a daring project which involves creating nine new Linux phones. KDDI and Immersion Corp will work on those phones but LiMo is also hoping for other important manufacturers to be impressed by the initiative. What about you? Would you buy a cheaper touchscreen smartphone running on Linux? Can’t wait to see when these new phones will be officially unveiled.

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Next Monday, on April 20, history is about to be written as Panasonic and NEC will unveil nine new devices which will run on Linux. And that’s not just any kind of Linux there but we’re talking about the LiMo operating system. We were actually wondering when the first LiMo products will appear and it looks like this is it folks. After Panasonic and NEC we will also expect other makers part of the LiMo Foundation to build and launch their own devices. 2009 will be a great year in the mobile business. And it’s going to be really tough choosing the right phone with so much fierce competition between the big names in the industry. We’ll be bringing you a lot more information this Monday so stick around!

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To experience perfect sounds, headphones are normally the audio peripherals audiophiles look for to enjoy pleasant and private listening. But while there are a lot of portable listening solutions, this new set of ear phones made of Zirconia from Panasonic deserves to be checked out.

The RP-HJE900 in-ear headphones are constructed with Neodymium magnet for rich and powerful sound. They boast an impressive frequency response of 6Hz-26kHz for realistic sound with precision highs and rich low end. They have a sound pressure sensitivity of 100dB, impedance of 26Ω and 12.5 mm drivers. The cord also has a slider to prevent tangling.

What is Zirconia?

Zirconia is a white crystalline oxide of zirconium dioxide (ZrO2). It is an extremely durable substance which can withstand extreme temperatures and is used as a thermal barrier coating in jet turbine and diesel engines.

So if you want the best in listening pleasure, check out these new earphones from Panasonic. They are scheduled for release in May, 2009 with a retail price of $229.99.

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Earlier today Panasonic released a new netbook that is suppose to be used in medical environments. It is named Toughbook H1 and was presented in Japan.

One of its best specifications is the weight, only 1.5Kg. It might seem like a lot, but don’t forget to take in consideration this is a “robust and strong PC”, better than others in the security department due to the unusual environments in which it will be used. In terms of performance, it sports an Intel Atom processor running at 1.86GHz, comes with 1GB of memory RAM, and a SSD hard-drive of 80GB.

The Panasonic Toughbook H1 has all the extras that normal netbooks have, like Wi-Fi, GPS, and a LCD touchscreen of 10.4-inches.

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If you are ready to rough it up, then you’ll definitely be ready for the Panasonic Toughbook CF-52. The CF-52 is an addition to Panasonic’s popular Toughbook line of laptops. You have bullet proof models such as the CF-29 and CF-30 and you have the super light semi-rugged delights of the CF-Y5, the CF-52 sits very much in the middle of those models, being a semi-rugged machine like the CF-Y5, but with a size and shape similar to those larger and hardier models.

The CF-52 comes in with a Santa Rosa Core 2 Duo CPU with a 15.4-inch WUXGA screen along with a shock-mounted hard drive, spill resistant keyboard, and a magnesium alloy shell. The notebook also comes with the option of embedded EV-DO or UMTS/HSDPA. The The standard version will start at $1,649 while the optimized version will go for $2,499.

Toughbook CF-52 features:
* Core 2 Duo CPUs (2.0 and 1.8GHz)
* 1GB RAM (expandable to 4GB)
* 15.4-inch WUXGA or WXGA display (1920 x 1200 or 1366 x 768), enhanced 512MB grahics for Aero
* 80 or 120GB drives (shock mounted), DVD burner
* 802.11a/b/g, Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR (optional)
* 3G option (launches officially with Verizon exclusively for 120 days, then will have Sprint Rev. A and Cingular HSDPA support — or add your own)
* (4) USB 2.0, PCMCIA slot, ExpressCard slot, SD reader, 1394, VGA, gigabit Ethernet, modem, serial
* TPM chip, and optional SmartCard and biometric scanner
* Spill-resistant keyboard and integrated handle

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Panasonic and NTT DoCoMo are ready to launch the P706ie handset to Japanese Customers

Other than its 3G capabilities there aren’t that many special features. The flip phone has a 2 megapixel camera with autofocus, a front camera for video calls, a 3 inch screen and microSD support for up to 8GB of memory

The phone is said to be already available for Japan but there’s no news on pricing yet.

Panasonic’s SoftBank 921P 3G phone comes in different color options including Gold, Silver, Black, Purple, Mint green and Pink. This 3 G High-Speed VIERA-enabled cell phone lets the user record 15 frames per second to 30 frames of video. It features 5.1 megapixel CMOS camera.

This cell phone gives you the power of photography by letting you click 5.1 megapixel still images with powerful hand shake feature. Not only this, you can also use features like the new auto-focus face / face auto exposure and tone correction technology.

Panasonic SoftBank 921P 3G phone sports 3.1 inches wide VGA (480 × 854 dots) display. The cell phone can work on W-CDMA and GSM networks. You can get up to 8 GB microSDHC memory card (optional) along with the phone.

In Japan, Panasonic has unveiled the new KX-WP800, a WLAN phone with Skyper functionality. equipped with a 1.8-inch TFT LCD, the Panasonic KX-WP800 could be used to make voice calls over the internet using Skype without the need for a computer. This is possible because the handset itself comes with WLAN router. Moreover, you could also use the Panasonic KX-WP800 on any of Japan’s 32,000 FON access points, as it can utilize the “FON” WLAN sharing service. The Panasonic KX-WP800 Skype phone will be available starting March 28, 2008 and will be sold for US$290.

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A Panasonic Viera phone was presented during the Mobile World Congress. It was, however, released last November, 2007, in Japan for NTT DoCoMo. The Panasonic VIERA P905i is known as the “VIERA keitai.” Of course, at the mere mention of the word VIERA, it’s easy to forecast that the handset would have 1-Seg capability, allowing users to watch TV on it. And since Panasonic wants users to enjoy their watching experience thoroughly, the VIERA P905i’s screen could be folded horizontally for a wider screen. The “Mobile PEAKS PROCESSOR” technology has also been employed, so resolution would be a high 2000:1. The Panasonic VIERA P905i features a 3-inch display with 480 x 854 pixel resolution, 5.1 megapixel camera with six-axis image stabilizer, GPS, 3G capability with HSDPA support, and microSD card slot. The model is available in red, white, black, and pink gold.

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Still another addition to the line of Softbank releases is the Panasonic 822P handset. The super thin phone with 8.9mm depth boasts a 2.2-inch QVGA display. The Panasonic 822P also features 2-megapixel camera with auto-focus, and a microSD card slot of up to 2GB. It can support up to 200 minutes talk time, has Bluetooth connectivity and supports global roaming function. The Panasonic 822P will be released in the Japanese market by February and will be available in gold, white, pink, black, and red.

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Yep, you read that right. Panasonic is releasing a mobile phone based on its television line, the VIERA. The Panasonic VIERA 920P is a phone which would initially be available for the Japanese market. To be released for Softbank, the Panasonic VIERA 920P features a 3-inch wide VGA resolution and a simplistic rectangular design to maximize your viewing experience. It can be folded on its hinge either vertically or horizontally for optimal viewing. Measuring around 106 × 49 × 18 mm and weighing in a 135 grams, the VIERA 920P sports a 5.1 megapixel camera and Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR. The model will be available in gold, white, black metal, light blue, and pink.

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Panasonic has announced the release of the personal navigation device, the Strada Pocket, model CN-MP50D, in the Japanese market. A 2GB SD card which is loaded with important map information as well as phone numbers could be inserted into the card slot. It is also equipped with 1.5w speakers and LED-backlist LCD display. The 87×129x32mm Panasonic Strada Pocket can support up to 4 hours of navigation.

The device will ship on February 12 with a MSRP of US$660.

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Panasonic and T-Mobile team up to develop a new LUMIX digital camera. The new LUMIX would have a feature unique to it — wireless connectivity through the T-Mobile HotSpot service which comes in conjunction with the LUMIX for one year. This connectivity will allow users to post pictures on Google’s Picasa Web Albums directly through the digital camera. You will even be able to delete photos straight from your digital cameras.

“The new LUMIX will be the perfect digital camera for consumers who are accustomed to the benefits that wireless connections offer: speed and convenience,” said Tokikazu Matsumoto, director of Panasonic AVC Networks Company’s Digital Camera Business Unit. “Ideal for the active user who is always on-the-go, the new LUMIX with wireless network connectivity, has the ability to upload directly to Picasa Web Albums, making sharing photos with friends and family, as simple as a touch of a button and as seamless as connecting to a wireless network.”

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Panasonic and Comcast have teamed-up to create the first portable tru2way technology powered DVR/DVD player they had christened AnyPlay. Comcast users will be able to record their programs at home on the AnyPlay TZ-LC100. Basically, the AnyPlay portable DVR player (P-DVR) incorporates recording functionalities into a Panasonic Portable DVD player. The screen is 8.5 inches with 60GB storage space and headphone jacks. Aside from the fact that you can record programs and watch them anywhere you want, you can also watch DVDs and listen to music using the device. AnyPlay TZ-LC100 will be available in the market on 2009.

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With mobile phones taking over the globe, millions of people rely on their mobile connectivity more than they do their landlines. As such, millions have also taken the step into removing landline connections from their homes forever. Panasonic recognizes the difficulties of having only mobile connectivity in one’s home. Dead zones and batteries you forget to charge are only to name two of those. Panasonic’s Link to Cell KH- TH1211 puts an end to all those worries.

The Link to Cell KH- TH1211 is a mobile phone accessory which can seamlessly connect your cell phone to a cordless handset via Bluetooth. Using the accessory, you can use your cordless handset to receive and make phone calls.

“We recognize that people value their cell phones as a key point of communication, but using it at home is often inconvenient, especially when they reach dead spots with no coverage,” said Bill Birnie, Marketing Director, Communications Solutions Group, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company. “Perfect for the millions of consumers who have eliminated their landline, Link to Cell provides a sleek, yet comfortable handset and a base that can be placed where cell coverage in the home is strongest. Using Bluetooth to connect the cell phone to the base, Link to Cell is a solution that connects mobile and home technologies, bringing out the best features in both.”

The Link to Cell KH- TH1211 requires simple registration and can be used for up to two cell phone numbers. It can be connected to six different handsets and calls can even be programmed to be forwarded to a specific cordless handset for optimal privacy. Link to Cell KH- TH1211 will come with one handset for your use. It will be available starting March 2008 for USD$99.95 with optional additional handsets available for USD$39.95 each.

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Seems like everyone’s going full speed ahead for the CES convention on January 7. Whereas at this time, a few years ago, we were discussing the impending release of blu-ray disc drives in the future, this time, Panasonic will release its thinnest blu-ray disc drive yet on CES 2007. The new disc drive is specially designed for lightweight notebooks and can even be used for ultra-mobile PCs. It is 0.37 of an inch thick (as compared to the previous half-inch thick model) with 2x burning speed and can burn Blu-ray format high-definition DVDs.

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The Panasonic Strada CN-GP50N GPS personal navigation device is on its way to the European markets after its launch in Japan and North America. The device featuers a 5 inch wide touchscreen LCD display for superior visibility. With support for as many as 21 languages, this is ideal for driving around in Europe.

The Panasonic CN-GP50N also features Bluetooth support, letting you answer/reject phone calls from a compatible mobile phone. A JPEG image viewer is provided on-board. The GPS device takes in SD memory cards.

Priced at €400, the Panasonic Strada CN-GP50N will be available in Europe starting October 20, 2007.

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