Is this the QWERTY keyboard killer? Introducing the new standard ergonomic keyboard, the NSK535S. It comes with 53 keys which functions as a normal 104-key keyboard. In addition, it has a slope adjustment of 3-position (Flat, +10 deg., -10 deg.), key force of 55 +/- 7 gm and travel distance of 1.5 +/- mm. On this new NSk535S keyboard, it has two space keys instead of one space bar. These keys are positioned as home keys for the thumbs, and labeled with an arrow head showing how they make the cursor move one place to the right. For each Space key there is also a tactile marker on the front edge of the keyboard cover. It is available in two different models, the silver keyboard with black keys and rainbow color-coded keys. The rainbow color scheme was originally designed for a future model for classroom use, to help teachers give children a better understanding of the different functions of the keys, which also helps them understand the computer itself. Too bad it's only compatible with Windows at the moment. It is now available online with the price of USD69.95.

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Eizo Japan unveiled their new LCD monitor, the FlexScan S2000 which boasts 20.1-inch UXGA TFT LCD with resolutions of 1600 x 1200. It also features brightness of 300cd/m2, contrast ratio of 1000:1, response time of 8ms and 178 degree of all angle of visibility. On the surface, it has a built-in DVI-I port, D-Sub 15 pin and one analog connection. FlexScan S2000 is now available in the Japanese market with the price of 99,750Yen.

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BenQ Japan announced their new LCD monitor, the FP241W which boasts a 19-inch TFT LCD screen with resolutions of 1920 x 1200. The full HD monitor is also features brightness of 500 cd/m2, contrast ratio of 1000:1, response time of 16ms and 178 degree of all angle of visibility. It is also equipped with HDMI connection, D-Sub 15 pin, S-Video and DVI-D. HDMI is a USB-like connection that can transmit both uncompressed digital audio and video signals while simultaneously adhering to the High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard. It also provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). FP241W weights 10.6kg with the size of 567 x 248 x 474.2 mm. It will be available this coming September with the price of 99,800Yen (USD873).

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Iiyama Japan introduced their latest LCD monitor product to the market, the ProLite E1900WS-2 which boasts a 19-inch WXGA+ TFT LCD with resolutions of 1440 x 900. Other than that, it features a 5ms response time, contrast ratio of 700:1, brightness of 300 cd/m2 as well as 140 degree of top/bottom and 150 degree of left/right angle of visibility. Behind the cover, it has a built-in D-Sub 15 pin, two DVI-D ports and 1W+1W stereo input connection. It weights 4.5 kg with the size of 443 x 202.5 x 379.5 mm. ProLite E1900WS-2 is now available to the market with the price of 29,800Yen (USD257).

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The new Gateway FX510 desktop PC Series promises to be the ultimate gaming machine as it can be equipped with either the powerful Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Extreme or Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo processor. The new PC series promises to be the right blend of functionality, speed and performance and features all the latest technologies out there. Not only does it boast of over-clocking capabilities but also sports a BTX design for cool and noise free operations.

The Gateway FX510 Series features the cutting edge and critically acclaimed ATI RADEON x1900 CrossFire Edition Graphics and the Intel Core 2 Extreme processor are up to 40 percent faster and more energy efficient than a system configured with an Intel Pentium D processor. Thus as you can see this series is equipped to handle anything which comes it ways including high end games, graphic intensive applications and viewing digital media. The FX510XG or FX510XT models in this series can be equipped with an Intel Core 2 Extreme processor X6800 with 1066MHz FSB and 4MB L2 cache too.

The Gateway FX510 uses a Intel(R) 975X Express chipset with support for RAID 0 and 1 configurations with fast SATA II/300 hard disk drives which in conjunction with the dual ATI CrossFire graphic cards makes the series a complete package. Care has also been taken when it comes to the sound department and the series in addition to the standard 7.1 audio support also comes with the option of a Creative(R) Sound Blaster(R) X-Fi Audio card. One can also opt for the integrated TV tuner and remote control and the series also supports Intel(R) Viiv(TM) technology with Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Media Center Edition 2005. The series is now available and prices vary according to configurations. For more info visit : Product Page

Check out the new ultimate gaming machine by GTune, the MasterPiece V9200i-WS which is powered by the newest processor in town, Intel Core 2 Extreme X6800 2.93GHz. The machine runs on Microsoft Windows XP Professional Edition and i,m pretty sure it's Windows Vista capable. The freaking 2GB of DDR2 SDRAM is way enough and it comes with 500GB of SATA 7200RPM HDD. It won't be complete with this NVIDIA GeForce 7900GTX/GDDR 512MB graphic card and DVD super-multi drive. In addition, it also has 6-in-1 memory card reader as well as integrated Creative SoundBlaster X-Fi digital audio. On the connectivity side, it is equipped with Gigabit Ethernet LAN, 802.11b/g wireless LAN, IEEE1394 port and six USB 2.0 ports. Included in the package is a 19-inch TFT LCD monitor, multimedia keyboard and G5 laser mouse. MasterPiece V9200i-WS will be available from August 5th with the base configuration price of 366,000Yen (USD3,168).

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Alienware is all ready to add some color and zing in our lives by launching the new P2 Full-Tower Case on select desktop systems, including the Area-51(R) 7500, Area-51 ALX, Aurora(TM) 7500, and Aurora ALX. The Area-51 7500 and Area-51 ALX which feature the new Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Extreme and Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo processors. These new chassis not only offer a striking alternative but are sport illuminated front and side Alienware badges, I/O port icons, external drive bays, and front air intakes inspired from fast race cars.

The new Alienware chassis are much more space-friendly and important ports like FireWire, USB 2.0 and audio are now; located at the front panel for easy connection. The Power button is now on the front Alienware badge and the chassis now have an improved airflow system. So that users have no difficulties in upgrading their system the company has made sure that there is tool- less access. To make the chassis more eye-catching and striking, chrome front air intake grills have been incorporated. No word on pricing or availability but for more info visit:

Here's another intresting scopp to start of the day with. This one though should catch the atention of hardcore gamers. Vivendi Games after excrusatingly delaying the game to PSP systems, finally made an announcement today that Miami Vice The Game is now available in retail stores nationwide exclusively for the PSP systems. Derived from a popular TV series Miami Vice, is a third person action shooter game inspired by the Universal pictures crime drama 'Miami Vice' which is in theaters, july28th.

The game includes the same story line, wherein the cowboys of the the '80s are gone, but Miami's Casablanca allure. Players will go deep undercover as narcotic officers Sonny Crockett and Ricardo Tubbs in the notorious world of Miami Vice, a place where badges don't count. In the quest to bring down the natorious "untouchable" South American drug lord, players must build up the nefarious reputation necessary to infiltrate the seedy underbelly of South Beach. Gamers also get a chance to choose from two characters, either Crockett or Tubbs and you can also team up via wireless to play each action-packed mission cooperatively.

Miami Vice The Game is currently available for the PSP system for a suggested retail price of $39.99, with an ESRB "M" for Mature rating.For more info log onto Vivendi Games

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LG released two new "Time machine" television sets which come with built-in hard drive, the 37LB2DR and 42LB2DR. The 37-inch and 42-inch HD LCD sets has a 250GB hard drive that starts recording when the set is turned on. Both TV boasts a resolutions of 1920 x 1080, contrast ratio of 6000:1 and response time of 2ms. I was expecting a 2ms but it seems impossible. The 37-inch 37LB2DR sells for around USD3155 while the 42-inch 42LB2DR retails for USD4417. It will hit Korean market before it reaches US in few months time.

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Dospara showcase its new high-performance Core 2 desktop PC, the Prime Galleria XX (what a special name). It runs on Intel Core 2 Duo Extreme X6800 2.93GHz processor and powered by Microsoft Windows XP Professional Edition. The specifications won't be as usual, it rips a 2GB DDR2 SDRAM, 150GB 10000RPM SATA HDD, 400GB secondary 7200RPM HDD, GeForce 7900TX with 512MB and DVD Super-multi drive. Such a high-performance PC never miss out 7-in-1 memory card reader, IEEE802.11a/b/g wireless LAN, Bluetooth module and TV-tuner card. On the surface, it has a IEEE1394 port, DVI-I, D-Sub 15 pin, and six USB 2.0 ports. It weights 14 kg with the size of 196 x 505 x 435 mm. Prime Galleria XX will be available end of July with the base configuration price of 369,980Yen (USD3,192).

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