SoftBank’s Sharp 10MP camera phone

Posted in Mobile Phones by Conner Flynn on May 31st, 2009

SoftBank’s Sharp 10MP camera phoneSoftBank has rolled out the Sharp AQUOS SHOT 933SH 3G camera phone, equipped with a 10-megapixel CCD camera. It measures 110.6mm × 51mm × 16.7mm and weights in at 127grams. In the color shown above it’s also pretty colorful and fruity.

The phone also features a 3.3-inch VGA (854 x 480) wide LCD display, a 0.8-inch OLED sub-display, up to ISO 12800, 1-Seg support, GPS, Bluetooth connectivity, global roaming service, and video recording up to 10MB capacity. It’s available in Ivory, Black, White, Bordo and Blue. How much will the Sharp AQUOS SHOT 933SH cost you?

Sharp AQUOS SHOT 933SH

Posted in Sharp by Conner Flynn on May 19th, 2009

Sharp AQUOS SHOT 933SHSharp is offering another handset for SoftBank Mobile. This one is unsure if it’s a phone or a camera. The AQUOS SHOT 933SH. The most interesting aspect of it is the 10-megapixel low-noise CCD sensor that was specially designed to make it as simple to use as a standard digital camera, thanks to its rotating touchscreen display.

Just flip it around and you’re ready to start capturing your subject. Turn the camera function off and you have a 3.3″ WVGA display alongside global roaming capability. Nothing on price, but it launches in May.

[Engadget]

Sharp intros new range of Aquos full HD LCD TVs

Posted in Sharp by Conner Flynn on May 11th, 2009

Sharp intros new range of Aquos full HD LCD TVsTo go along with their new TV racks, Sharp has a new range of Aquos full HD LCD TVs. 10 models in all, ranging from 32″ to 52″ that will fit any budget.

Some specs include: Full HD resolution (1,920 x 1,080), 15,000:1contrast ratio, 176° viewing angle, Clear Double Speed function, Active Conditioner for automatic contrast adjustment, Auto volume function, 10w x 2 speakers, Three HDMI inputs.

Sharp announces two new Aquos TV racks

Posted in Sharp by Conner Flynn on May 10th, 2009

Sharp announces two new Aquos TV racksSharp just rolled out two new home theater racks in the AN-AR410 and the AN-AR510. The racks support 37″ - 42″ and 42″ - 52″ LCD TV’s.

Both racks are equipped with 3.1 channel surround sound, 3 x HDMI ports, 2 x Digital inputs and a digital amplifier which delivers an output of 485W. The AN-AR410 is priced at 90,000 Yen ($900), while the AN-AR510 sells for 100,000 Yen ($1000). Both units will be available in Japan starting June 10.

Sharp Mebius PC-NJ70A coming to America

Posted in Sharp by Shane McGlaun on April 27th, 2009

sharpmebius-ogWith virtually every computer maker and a few non-computer makers jumping into the netbook realm it can be hard to differentiate one netbook from the other in a consumers mind. All of the machines run the same hardware, software and offer virtually identical specifications.

Sharp unveiled a new netbook last week called the Mebius PC-NJ70A that set itself apart from the pack with a feature of dubious value — a second LCD where the track pad should be. The track pad controlled the cursor like you expect, but could also play video and accept handwriting to be converted into text on screen.

Sharp’s Mebius PC-NJ70A with LCD trackpad

Posted in Sharp by Conner Flynn on April 21st, 2009

Sharp's Mebius PC-NJ70A with LCD trackpadIf you like secondary displays, Sharp has something you’ll like in their Japanese Mebius PC-NJ70A. The guts of this machine are pretty boring, but it does feature an interesting trackpad. An 854 x 480 resolution LCD, which automatically adjusts brightness depending on the surrounding light and can probably function as a secondary display.

Aside from that, this netbook is boring with a capital B. Some other features include a 10.1-inch display (1,024 x 600), 1.6GHz Atom N270 processor, 1GB of RAM, a 160GB HDD, three USB 2.0 ports, Ethernet, WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR and a multicard reader.

FCC confirms 3G Sidekick

Posted in Sidekick by Conner Flynn on April 8th, 2009

FCC confirms 3G SidekickBeen a long time coming, but Sidekick will be playing with the cool kids in the 3G club soon. The new device is waiting for FCC approval. Apparently the next Sidekick will be compatible with T-Mobile’s 3G network. The actual device is coming from Sharp.

Danger was bought by Microsoft in February 2008 and since then not much has happened. What this next device will look like is anybody’s guess, and how will the software compare to the competition? Neither Sharp nor T-Mobile have announced this device.

Sharp AQUOS DH77 full HD LCD TV series

Posted in Sharp by Conner Flynn on March 5th, 2009

Sharp AQUOS DH77 full HD LCD TV seriesSharp’s new AQUOS DH77 LCD TV features full High Definition support and 100Hz technology. It’s available in 32 inch, 42 inch, 46 inch and 52 inch flavors and they all have a “green eco-button” on the remote control that lets viewers lower the energy consumption of the TV when it isn’t in use.

The new AQUOS HDTVs also adopt the “Optical Picture Control” technology that automatically adjusts the backlight brightness according to the lighting in the room. Some other features include a 50,000:1 contrast ratio, three HDMI inputs and a USB port.

Sharp SH001 8 megapixel camera phone with gossip feature

Posted in Sharp by Conner Flynn on January 29th, 2009

Sharp SH001 8 megapixel camera phone with gossip featureHere’s another Japan only phone. The Sharp SH001 from KDDi telecom. The clamshell sports an 8 Megapixel camera and has most of the functions you would expect from an entry level digital camera. It features Sharp’s ‘ProPix’, a proprietary picture conversion engine, auto focus and face recognition.

The phone comes with 740 MB of internal memory which you can expand on with a 2GB Micro SD card. This one is targeted at 20 to 30 year old females. If Sharp doesn’t have their attention with the other specs, the gossip feature surely should win them over. The Gossip feature activates noise canceling so you can be heard even when speaking slowly in crowded and noisy areas.

Sharp drops world’s first LCD TV with built-in Blu-Ray recorder

Posted in LCD by Conner Flynn on October 15th, 2008

Sharp drops world’s first LCD TV with built-in Blu-Ray recorderSharp dropped their AQUOS DX series, the first LCD TVs with built-in Blu Ray Disc Recorders. It’s a series of 16 new models ranging in size from 26-Inch to 52-Inch screen sizes in a variety of colors. All are compatible with BD-RE V2.1 (Single / Dual layer), BD-R 1.1 (Single / Dual Layer) recordable disc, and most available playable discs. The HDTVs also feature the Digital W Tuner which allows you to watch TV while recording programs. The Kameyama LCD Panel will provide smooth picture quality. It will cost you from €1200 to €3600.

Wrist Knives are scary Psycho jewelry

Posted in Weapons by Conner Flynn on July 8th, 2008

Wrist Knives are scary Psycho jewelry
If you happen to see a guy or gal wearing a wrist knife like this and approaching you on a darkly lit street, you’re gonna wanna run like hell. I think it’s safe to say that this thing could probably gut you real fast.

What could be scarier then than this? The price. At under $40, any psycho stalker, or goth D & D misfit can afford one and take to the street. See, this kind of thing here is why we need Batman to be real. It’s just crazy. You can also get one in dragon or skull form.

MacBook Air can cut your flesh, slices bread

Posted in MacBook by Conner Flynn on May 27th, 2008

MacBook Air can cut your flesh, slices bread
Who knew that the MacBook Air could cut you? It’s not a laptop to be messed with. Piss it off and you’ll get an iCut. At least that’s what some whacky Germans are claiming. Supposedly “Apple Talk” reader Bajuware, was just hanging out minding his own business when his MBA went all bloodthirsty on his elbow.

It looks like it cut him good, like a convict with a shiv! Another German dude says that he can slice bread with his MBA. I don’t know if the MBA can actually seek vengeance on their human masters, but I like the idea that laptops can be multi-purpose tolls in the kitchen. They slice, they dice… I’m calling Ron Popeil. I have an idea.

Sharp HDTVs go wireless, wires are sad

Posted in HDTV by Conner Flynn on April 29th, 2008

Sharp HDTVs go wireless, wires are sad
Sharp has now announced a wireless option to its super-thin X-series LCD displays today. Sharp will incorporate Amimon WHDI (Wireless High Definition Interface) 1080p wireless tech into their thinnest flat panels. This means that you won’t have to connect any cables to your TV, aside from the power cord. All the connectors and tuning paraphernaila are in the set-top box you see in the pic. Wires will be officially out of a job, making your life easier, but making them sad like little emo children.

It’s hitting Japan first and will follow in the U.S. It works at distances of up to 100 feet and can even go through several walls. The only bad part is the cost. The wireless capability will add about $800 to an already-expensive $4,000+ 46-inch Sharp X-Series HDTV. But if you are already dishing out that kind of money, I don’t think it will be a problem.

Sharp SD-SP10 1-Bit Virtual Surround Sound System

Posted in Home Theater, Sharp by Paul Patterson on December 3rd, 2006

Sharp SD-SP10Surround sound systems don’t always need to be complicated and the Sharp SD-SP10 Virtual Surround Sound System is a great example of such a system. The SD-SP10 incorporates a simple, two-component design that takes just minutes to set up and gives you many options for setup with rooms of varying shapes and sizes.

Sharp’s 1-Bit audio technology makes the most out of this minimalist home theater system. The 2.1 Channel Home Theater System simulates 5.1 Channel Surround Sound from just one speaker box.

Sharp incorporates two technologies to create and enhance the virtual surround sound experience. The Dolby Virtual Speaker delivers 5.1 surround sound by using a unique digital signal processing technology and with the Audistry by Dolby technology you can customize your sound depending on your personal preferences.

The slender profile and small footprint of the SD-SP10 offer many flexible setup options and there is …





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