New on the InvestSource Index: Universal Detection Technology

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Source: foxbusiness.com

Four Additional AIDS Technology Transfers

Roche Engages in Four Additional AIDS Technology Transfers to Strengthen
Local Manufacturing

Roche today announced that it has
entered into four new technology transfers with local manufacturing
companies
in African and Asian nations where improvements in access to anti-retroviral
therapy are needed. These companies are Regal Pharmaceuticals in Kenya, CAPS
Holdings in Zimbabwe, Shelys Pharmaceuticals in Tanzania and Beximco
Pharmaceuticals Ltd in Bangladesh. As part of Roche's Technology Transfer
Initiative, these companies will be provided free of charge with the
technical
expertise to manufacture generic HIV medicine, based upon the processes to
produce saquinavir, Roche's second line(1) HIV medicine.
Since the launch two years ago, Roche has signed Technology Transfer
agreements with a total of nine companies across sub-Saharan Africa and in
Least Developed Countries in other parts of the world. Roche also has
received
similar requests from a total of 35 manufacturers in 15 eligible countries,
including Kenya, Ghana, Zimbabwe and Nigeria. Roche will continue to work
with
these individual applicants to assess production capabilities.
William M. Burns, CEO Division Roche Pharma, said, "these new agreements
highlight the ongoing contribution that our Roche Technology Transfer
Initiative is making to help strengthen and expand local manufacturing
capabilities for HIV medicines in resource-limited countries. With more
local
manufacturers now looking to scale-up production of essential medicines, the
continued uptake of this initiative highlights Roche as an innovative leader
in supporting sustainable solutions to improve HIV healthcare where it is
needed most."
In addition to these four new agreements, Roche has expanded the
Technology Transfer Initiative with training seminars for local
manufacturers
across sub-Saharan Africa and the world's Least Developed Countries. These
sessions focus on the development of improved manufacturing processes and
provide a forum for Roche to share its knowledge and experience with those
who
have access to fewer resources. The knowledge gained by local manufacturers
enables them to strengthen their manufacturing capability and increase
manufacturing knowledge on the production of medicines beyond HIV.
Krishna Karnataki, General Manager GMP & Formulations of Shelys
Pharmaceuticals in Tanzania, commented, "the practical support that Roche
has
provided has been a great learning experience for my team, enabling us to
make
improvements to our entire technical and quality systems. We have been
enthused by this partnership and are eager to work with Roche on this
initiative to help meet the needs of our people suffering from HIV
infections,
and improve availability of these badly needed medications."
Roche's dedicated team will work onsite at manufacturing facilities at
all
four locations and from its headquarters in Switzerland to undertake the
technology transfers. The companies will be able to produce saquinavir for
supply throughout countries in sub-Saharan Africa, and to those defined as
Least Developed by the United Nations, due to Roche's policy of not filing
patents on antiretroviral medicines in these countries.
About Roche's Technology Transfer Initiative
Announced in January 2006, the Roche Technology Transfer Initiative
provides local manufacturers with the technical expertise required to
produce
generic HIV medicines. Manufacturers in sub-Saharan Africa and the Least
Developed Countries wishing to produce generic saquinavir for use in these
countries will not be required to apply for a voluntary license because
Roche
has committed as part of its global policy not to enforce patents on
antiretroviral medicines within these countries. Interested manufacturers
should contact the Project Manager for the Technology Transfer Initiative at
the Roche Kenya office: info.aidstechtransfer@roche.com.
Interested local manufacturers in the following countries are invited to
contact Roche to discuss the Technology Transfer Initiative: Afghanistan,
Angola, Bangladesh, Benin, Bhutan, Burkina Faso, Botswana, Burundi,
Cambodia,
Cameroon, Congo, Cote d'Ivoire, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad
Comoros, Democratic Republic of Congo, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea,
Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Kenya,
Kiribati,
Lao People's Democratic Republic, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi,
Maldives, Mali, Mauritius, Mauritania, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia,
Nigeria,
Nepal, Niger, Rwanda, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles, Senegal,
Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, Swaziland, United
Republic of Tanzania, Timor-Leste, Togo, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Yemen,
Zambia, Zimbabwe.
About Roche's patent and pricing policy
In addition to its Technology Transfer Initiative, Roche will maintain
its
current pricing and patent policy. No patents for any of Roche medicines -
across all disease areas - will be filed in the world's Least Developed
Countries (LDCs), as defined by the UN. Roche will not file patents on new
antiretroviral medicines in LDCs or sub-Saharan Africa. Roche will not take
action in these countries against the sale or manufacture of generic
versions
of antiretroviral medicines. Generic versions of such HIV medicines can
therefore be produced in LDCs and sub-Saharan Africa without the need for a
voluntary or compulsory license. Roche makes its HIV protease inhibitors
Invirase and Viracept available at no-profit prices for direct supplies from
Roche Basel to LDCs and sub-Saharan Africa.
Source: reuters.com

Automakers ready to cash in on technology

GM CEO, unveiling driverless car and fuel-cell SUV, says future is
electronic

Since the International Consumer Electronics Show opened Monday, the buzz
surrounding automotive technology has been very real, and very loud, as a
Formula One race car speeds around a tiny track outside the Las Vegas
Convention Center.

Carmakers and manufacturers of electronics for them believe they have a
reason to make noise. The Consumer Electronics Association projects that the
market for car tech will exceed $12 billion in 2008, having doubled in just
five years.

CES 2008 is devoting more than a quarter-million square feet to car tech,
meaning the show of automotive technology alone this week reaches almost
half the size of the critically important North American International Auto
Show.

Even though the giant Detroit auto show opens next week, the convergence of
automobiles and high-tech products is nearing critical mass, and the head of
one of the Big Three automakers detoured to Las Vegas to deliver a keynote
address, the first time an automaker has gotten one of the marquee speaking
slots in the history of CES.

"Our intent is to bring you the future of transportation," Richard Wagoner,
chief executive of General Motors Corp., said Tuesday evening. "We'll do
this by working more closely than ever with the consumer electronics
industry, using electronics to reinvent the automobile."

'Lessons for the automotive industry'
In terms of the impact it hopes to make, GM is flooring it this week. Ahead
of Wagoner's address, it unveiled a prototype of the first "driverless car,"
a modified version of the sport-utility Chevrolet Tahoe called the Boss,
which the company hopes to have on the road within a decade. The Boss is
meant to navigate traffic-choked streets without any human involvement,
using cameras, radar and lasers.

Tuesday, Wagoner drove onto the stage in a Chevrolet Volt, an electric car
that he said was on track to reach the market by 2010. Then he introduced an
entirely new zero-emissions vehicle, dubbed the Provoq, a Cadillac designed
to run 300 miles on a single charge of its hybrid hydrogen fuel
cell/electric motor.

The emphasis on electric power is an important part of GM's strategy,
Wagoner said in an interview Tuesday with CNBC.

"We really see electronics playing a huge role as we endeavor to reduce our
reliance on foreign oil," he said, citing GM's experience with the OnStar
navigation system, which it introduced 10 years ago.

OnStar "taught us that the electronics industry has some lessons for the
automotive industry," he said.

GPS systems go for whiz-bang
If automakers are ready to embrace high technology, there are more than
enough companies here eager to supply them. The automotive hall is filled
with everything from new computer-driven safety equipment to wireless
high-end audio and video systems to sophisticated hands-free communications
gadgets.

But the big category is navigation using the Global Positioning System
satellite array. The CEA projected final 2007 sales to be up 41 percent, to
seize nearly a quarter of all car technology sales.

The biggest names in the industry are showing off advanced interactive GPS
systems that promise real-time data, ditching the stand-alone, pre-loaded
GPS module in favor of always-connected satellite and cell-network
navigation systems, some of them voice-activated.

The sophistication of the newer systems has drawn computing giants Microsoft
Corp. and Google Inc. into the game.

Google, for example, is partnering with Magellan Navigation Inc., on a
voice-recognition system that they said would eventually handle contacts and
calendar entries.

Microsoft, meanwhile, announced that Sync, a Bluetooth system developed with
Ford Motor Co. to allow wireless use of mobile devices like phones and MP3
players in the car, would be upgraded to automatically call 911 whenever an
airbag deployed. (Msnbc.com is a joint venture of Microsoft and NBC
Universal.)

Microsoft's MSN Direct service is also wrapped into some of the new systems.
Garmin Ltd. said it would introduce the voice-recognition Nuvi 880 later
this year, delivering real-time data integrated with Windows Live.

Two-way data streams promised
Other systems, such as one from the French company Mobile Devices,
incorporate real-time data in the other direction, collecting information
from users on the road to warn drivers of traffic snarls and to alert them
to available parking space and the lowest nearby gas prices.

But the device getting the most attention is one the CIA would admire.

Auto Page Inc. introduced a GPS alarm system called C3, which won CES's Best
of Innovations award for in-car navigation. C3 integrates a module allowing
owners to control their vehicles from anywhere in the world they can find a
compatible GSM cell phone signal.

Auto Page is touting C3 as a way to monitor a car's security and to start it
remotely, but CES participants seeing it for the first time are already
dreaming up other uses. Most popular, it seems, is the chance to track your
teenager's driving habits - with C3, you'll be able to confront Junior with
the text message proving he was speeding when he sneaked out last night.

Source: © 2008 MSNBC Interactive

Global Connect Ranks Among Top Technology Products of 2007

Collection Advisor magazine has
named Global Connect's Strategic Voice Messaging System to its annual list
of
Top 100 Collection Technology Products for the second consecutive year. The
national publication, which is read by credit and collections professionals,
placed Global Connect's system on the list based on coverage in the magazine
throughout the year, performance reviews, and independent nominations.
"We're quite happy to be recognized by Collection Advisor magazine for
two
years running, particularly since the publication is known for its objective
reviews of technology products," said Craig Bird, CEO and Founder of Global
Connect. "When the comprehensive list is featured in the January/February
issue, everyone who reads Collection Advisor will know what our collections
clients have already learned: our technology is simple, economical, and
effective."
Global Connect's fully interactive system uses Voice Over Internet
Protocol to deliver prerecorded voice messages to designated phone numbers
at
unmatched speed and capacity. Customers can create messages and access all
features of the system using a web browser, with no technical expertise
required. Call recipients can use the interactive keypad to connect to live
agents, leave voice messages or select other keys for polling and surveys.
Founded in 2002, Global Connect is a privately held company with
corporate
offices in Mays Landing, New Jersey, and regional sales and service offices
located throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.
For more information on Global Connect or the Top 100 Collections
Technology Products ranking, please call 1-888-421-4151 or visit
www.gc1.com.
Source: reuters.com

Epson and Atlantic Technology Make Front Projection Cheap(er)

LAS VEGAS-Imagine a home theater system with full 5.1 surround sound, a DVD
player and a 100-inch screen for under $5,000 - or under $7,000 for 1080p.

Epson and speaker manufacturer Atlantic Technology have built a complete
front-projection system, dubbed the Ensemble HD, that offers easy
installation, a 100-inch motorized screen and an Epson PowerLite 3LCD
projector. The 720p version will be priced at $4,995; the 1080p version
weighs in at $6,995.

One of the key problems with front-projection systems is potential buyer
confusion. Choosing between the myriad components causes most interested
buyers to walk away. Add in the hassles of installation, which include
multiple cable runs, having to plumb new power connections and installing
large A/V racks.Only the most dedicated videophiles follow through with
front projection systems.

Epson took a long, hard look at the problem and developed the Ensemble HD.
The system includes components designed by renowned speaker manufacturer
Atlantic Technology. The front speaker array is actually built into the
powered screen mount, and consists of three 4.5-inch midrange driers and
three 1-inch, horn loaded tweeters. The 4-inch, full range surround speakers
are built into the projector housing, but can be detached for wall mounting.
The multichannel amplifier is built into the subwoofer, delivering 100 watts
per channel to the 10-inch subwoofer and 50W per channel to each of the
satellite speakers.

Boundary compensation controls are built into the control unit, allowing
mounting flexibility for the combination screen and speaker array. This
allows the screen to be wall mounted, ceiling mounted or even mounted at the
junction of wall and ceiling. A universal remote controls the volume, lowers
the screen and powers up the key components. The control unit also has a
pair of HDMI inputs, plus component video, for hooking up additional
components, such as high definition disc players and set-top boxes.

A single cable runs from the subwoofer to the screen. That cable carries
both screen motor and speaker power to the screen. Another cable runs from
the screen to the projector, powering both the projector and surround
speakers.

Epson estimates that the entire unit can be installed in four hours by a
professional installer. All the hardware needed for installation, including
paintable cable trays and mounting hardware are included.

Both Ensemble HD units are available now. More information can be found at
Epson's Web page.
Source: pcmag.com

InfoWorld's Technology of the Year Awards

The feature well: Yes, it's that time once again. From the hundreds of IT
products InfoWorld's Test center evaluated over the last 12 months, we
choose and recognize those most groundbreaking, capable, polished and
valuable -- across an overflowing fistful of categories that include
everything from application development to networking to security. 2008
Technology of the Year Awards. The winners represent the cream of the crop,
to be certain.

Best of the blogs: "What the hell is wrong with Microsoft these days?"
Randall Kennedy begins Flyback to the future. "It seems like every time
their R&D folks come up with something unique and powerful (volume
snapshots), some idiot further down the program management chain steps in
and cripples it." This time around Kennedy is referring to Microsoft's Vista
Backup utility, which Kennedy considers a technically superior solution that
is hamstrung by several factors. So much so that the FOSS folks are working
on their own alternative, dubbed Flyback and "progressing so well that the
developers have time to indulge in little side projects, like a promised
'3D' effect for restoring archived files/folders."

The news beat: Microsoft bids $1.2 million for Fast Search and Transfer,
which it says it will integrate into SharePoint as a means to build out
high-end search offerings. Symantec says that the U.S. government needs to
take new cybersecurity steps as it accounted for just more than a quarter of
data breaches that could lead to identity theft in the first half of last
year. IBM, meanwhile, digs into security management and says that building
out its portfolio in that area is both ongoing and inevitable. And Linux
creator Linus Torvalds maintains that he is sticking with the GPL 2, though
the Free Software Foundation has released GPL 3, because version 2 still
makes the most sense for the Linux kernel now.
Source: infoworld.com

Powerful Technology for Transforming Coal into Nonpolluting Energy

Doug Hague, Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, announced today that
Clean Coal Technologies, Inc. (Pink Sheets:CCTC) has completed the
transaction that gives it 100% ownership of the proprietary new technology
that transforms dirty coal into a clean-burning energy source.

This suite of intellectual property includes the patent for the
revolutionary technology that reduces the harmful airborne pollutants
associated with coal-fired utilities, industrial applications, and domestic
consumers of coal. Through its acquisition of Clean Coal Systems, Inc.,
which previously held the patent, CCTI is positioned to enter the rapidly
evolving clean coal market as a global provider of clean coal technologies
that will address many of the pollution concerns associated with the burning
of coal.

Company executives stated, "This acquisition, combined with our $100 million
joint venture in China, establishes our company as 'China's Pollution
Solution'. We are committed to taking a leadership role by leveraging our
proprietary technology to provide a clean, inexpensive and pollution-free
energy source that will enhance economic development while protecting the
health and well being of people in China, India, and the rest of the world.
In China alone, two billion tons of coal could be transformed into pure,
nonpolluting power."

With the support of US Department of Commerce, CCTI plans to build modular
front-ends to power plants that will transform coal with high levels of
impurities and contaminants into an efficient, clean-burning energy
resource. With its significant social and economic benefits, the joint
venture has received tremendous support and encouragement from the Chinese
government, which has designated an 80-acre parcel of land for the
construction and operation of the first of what could potentially be
hundreds of CCTI plants in China.

"Safe Harbor for Forward Looking Statements: This press release contains
forward-looking statements about the Company's business prospects that
involve substantial risks and uncertainties. You can identify these
statements by the fact that they use words such as "anticipate," "estimate,"
"expect," "project," "intend," "should," "plan," "goal," "believe," and
other words and terms of similar meaning in connection with any discussion
of future operating or financial performance. The Company assumes no
obligation to update the forward-looking statements contained in this press
release as a result of new information or future events or developments."

SOURCE: Clean Coal Technologies, Inc.

cyber technology to detect online fraudsters

WASHINGTON: Shopping or carrying out other transactions online may soon be a
safer affair, for Iowa State University researchers are developing a cyber
technology to track fraudsters.

Yong Guan, Iowa State University's Litton Assistant Professor of Electrical
and Computer Engineering, says that his team has already developed a
technology that may help online advertising companies like Google and Yahoo
reduce "click fraud"--falsely increasing hits to ads posted on Web sites
that results in higher costs for pay-per-click advertising.

He and the Iowa State University Research Foundation have filed a patent on
this technology.

Guan hopes that his research will one day enable millions of naive Internet
users to protect their computers with the latest security patches and
safeguards.

"There are a lot of security issues and researchers have worked on them from
the early 1980s. And 30 years later we're still working on them. These are
hard problems," he says.

Compared to the past few years, he adds, there has been a sea change in the
motive for which cyber crimes are conducted nowadays. While hackers used to
attack systems for thrill earlier, they do it for money after the advent of
electronic commerce these days.

Guan says that all such changes compelled him to take up research into
technologies that may make computing more secure, and hold cyber criminals
accountable.

One such technology, he says, is digital forensics which may facilitate the
extraction of criminal evidence from computers, network hardware, cell
phones and other electronic devices.

The work is focused on three projects -- network attack attribution to help
investigators find the real origins of cyber criminals and attackers, click
fraud detection to protect Internet advertising, and auction fraud
technology to quickly identify the people and their accomplices who run
bogus Internet auctions.

Wireless security is another field which Guan's team is concerned about.

They are working on three projects aimed at protecting a new secure
network-coding model from attacks while it transmits network traffic,
developing location-based security systems to allow document viewing only in
designated secure rooms, and securing wired and wireless multicasts over the
Internet by enabling webcasters to manage and limit access to their content.

Guan is also running a project on Privacy protection to protect the identity
of Internet users. This will aid in keeping the identities and medical
records of people who use online pharmacies, besides preserving the
anonymity of people using an online voting system.
Source: indiatimes.com

Mio Technology Showcases Innovative Line of Portable Navigation Devices

Mio Technology Showcases Innovative Line of Portable Navigation Devices and
Next-Generation GPS Technologies at CES 2008
- Company showcases new partnerships, new look, new technologies -

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Attendees looking for the most
innovative GPS devices at CES 2008 will plot a course to the Mio Technology
booth (LVCC South Hall 4, Booth 35344). The company, a leading worldwide
supplier of personal GPS products, is highlighting its full product
portfolio
and will give visitors an early glimpse at breakthrough GPS technologies.
The
Mio booth will be the point of interest at the world's largest consumer
technology tradeshow.
Under the theme "Explore More," Mio Technology is presenting an array of
new devices including its latest car and PDA navigation systems, concept
products and GPS PDA phones for the worldwide market, along with new
technology spun from the company's partnerships with Tele Atlas and SiRF
Technology. Mio Technology will also demonstrate its new family of "Move"
devices, as well as its new MioMore Online connected service. Additionally,
Mio Technology has finalized its merger with Navman, bringing that company's
navigation software and content expertise under the same roof as Mio
Technology's innovative hardware. Attendees familiar with Mio Technology's
brand may notice another change at the show -- the company will be
presenting
its refreshed corporate identity for the first time, designed to reflect the
company's expanding product and service portfolio.
"CES gives us an opportunity to showcase our full range of unique GPS
devices available in stores now, but also gives visitors a look into the
future of the market and what they may see on shelves in the coming months,"
said Samuel Wang, president, Mio Technology Corporation. "We've shown
consumers and the competition that we are here to stay and now we're taking
our brand to the next level by showcasing new products, new partnerships and
a
new look for the company."
New Concept Products For the Car or Pocket
Mio Technology is showcasing two new concept products -- a connected
portable navigation system and a dual-sided navigation phone. The company's
connected portable navigation system concept is a slim and sleek device that
features a flat-panel design, which is easy to use with a touch of a finger.
Equipped with an SIM card slot, the connected portable navigation system can
make phone calls directly -- without Bluetooth(R) pairing -- and can also
conduct local searches for the latest point-of-interest information and
other
real-time data like gas prices and movie times.
Also on display is Mio Technology's dual-sided navigation phone concept.
It offers two devices in one package, an elegant feature phone and a
fully-functioning personal navigation system that builds on the company's
hallmark navigation expertise and technology. While the products are not yet
available in the North American market, they provide a look into the future
of
personal navigation and wireless communication.
New MioMore Online Connected Service
In addition to the products, the company is also showcasing a technology
demonstration of its new MioMore Online connected service. MioMore Online is
a
value-added service that gives users access to real-time information via
GPRS.
With MioMore Online, users can conduct local searches on their device via
the
Internet. Additionally, it can receive dynamic data, such as traffic and
weather information. Mio Technology will be working closely with local
content
providers to offer the most relevant and useful information to consumers.
New Technologies: SiRF InstantFix II(TM) and Tele Atlas(TM) 3D Maps
Mio Technology is also providing a glimpse at two new innovations in
conjunction with booth partners Tele Atlas and SiRF Technology.
SiRFInstantFix
II(TM) positioning technology enables users to enjoy a faster
time-to-first-GPS-fix. The company is now delivering devices that feature
this
technology to customers in Asia and Europe with plans to offer it in a
number
of North American products in 2008. The newest 3-D European map content from
Tele Atlas sports life-like 3-D representations of major landmarks so users
can navigate European cities with an unparalleled sense of realism. Mio
Technology continues to gauge consumer interest in 3-D map content,
including
landmarks and city maps, in all regions and will respond accordingly.
About Mio Technology Corporation
Mio Technology develops and markets products that enable users to take
advantage of the latest developments in mobile services. The company was
established in May 2002 and now has operations in Taiwan, mainland China,
Europe, North America, Australia, Japan and South Korea. Mio Technology has
more than 1,200 employees worldwide and sells and markets its products in
over
47 countries and territories. The company offers a wide array of mobile
navigation products, which today includes car navigation systems, handheld
navigation systems, GPS PDA phones and GPS PDAs, all designed to enable
people
to explore and discover the world around them. Mio Technology is among the
world's top three vendors of mobile devices with integrated GPS. The company
is online at www.mio.com.
SOURCE Mio Technology

Eric Larsen, Marketing Director at Mio Technology Ltd., +1-510-252-6955,
eric.larsen@mio-tech.com; or Editorial, Tracy Kather, Account Executive at
Text 100 Public Relations, +1-585-802-8393, tracyk@text100.com, for Mio
Technology
Source:reuters.com

Toshiba to Roll out Laptops Featuring Intel's Penryn Technology

Intel's First 45nm Processor Provides Greater Computing Power in
Smaller Energy Efficient Form Factor
LAS VEGAS--(Business Wire)--Toshiba's Digital Products Division, a division
of Toshiba America
Information Systems, Inc., today announced that its Qosmio(R),
Satellite(R) X205 and select models of the Satellite U305 notebook
series will incorporate Intel's new line of performance Core 2 Duo
mobile processors - (codename Penryn) designed to deliver greater
computing prowess to power the most demanding applications.

"Toshiba is pleased to be one of the first notebook manufacturers
to incorporate Intel's newest processing innovation into its
mainstream consumer notebooks," said Jeff Barney, vice president of
marketing, Digital Products Division, Toshiba America Information
Systems, Inc. "The addition of these processors will enable us to
provide our customers with notebooks that boast greater power and
speed to efficiently accomplish more."

New models of the Satellite X205 will use the Intel Core 2 Duo
Processor T8100 to drive gaming performance even higher, while the 4.6
pound(1) Satellite U305 will harness the Intel Core2 Duo Processor
T8100 to prove that mobility and performance are not mutually
exclusive. The Qosmio G45 with the Intel Core2 Duo Processor T9300
will continue to lead the industry's integration of HD DVD technology.
Configurations of the Qosmio G45, Satellite X205 and Satellite U305
featuring the new Intel Core 2 Duo Processors will be available at
www.toshibadirect.com, and at a variety of major consumer electronics
and computer stores nationwide.

All new Toshiba notebooks are RoHS-compatible(2), effectively
reducing the environmental impact by restricting the use of lead,
mercury and certain other hazardous substances. Toshiba also offers a
computer trade-in and recycling program to reduce environmental impact
and promote efficient utilization of resources. All Toshiba computers
qualify for free recycling, while non-Toshiba computers and other
consumer electronic products can be recycled for a small fee. For more
information please visit: www.reuse.toshiba.com.

About Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. (TAIS)

Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is comprised of four
business units: Digital Products Division, Imaging Systems Division,
Storage Device Division, and Telecommunication Systems Division.
Together, these divisions provide mobile product and solutions,
including industry leading portable computers; projectors; imaging
products for the security, medical and manufacturing markets; storage
products for automotive, computer and consumer electronics
applications; and telephony equipment and associated applications.

TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of
information products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is
an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a
subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, which is a global leader in high
technology and integrated manufacturing of electrical and electronic
components, products and systems, as well as major infrastructure
systems. Toshiba has more than 191,000 employees worldwide and annual
sales of over US $60 billion (FY2006). For more information on
Toshiba's leading innovations, visit the company's Web site at
www.toshiba.com.

1. Weight. Weight may vary depending on product configuration,
vendor components, manufacturing variability and options selected.

2. RoHS. This product is compatible with European Union Directive
2002/95/EC. See RoHS legal footnote at www.info.toshiba.com

(C) 2008 Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All product,
service and company names are trademarks, registered trademarks or
service marks of their respective owners. Information including
without limitation product prices, specifications, availability,
content of services, and contact information is subject to change
without notice.
Maples Communications, Inc.
Michael Bingham or Eric Paulsen, 949-855-3555
mbingham@maples.com
epaulsen@maples.com

Copyright Business Wire 2008
Source: reuters.com

Visteon and 3M Announce New Technology Collaboration

Visteon Corporation and 3M
announced a global advanced technology collaboration today at a 2008
International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) press conference in Las Vegas.
The companies unveiled a jointly developed demonstration vehicle showcasing
more than 50 technologies designed to enhance the driving experience. The
technologies demonstrate potential commercial applications that could result
from this collaborative arrangement. The vehicle is on display at Visteon's
booth (CP7) during CES, which runs from Jan. 7-10.
(Logo: www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20001201/DEF008LOGO)
The collaboration paves the way for the two Fortune 500 companies to
develop consumer-focused original equipment and aftermarket automotive
products that capitalize on the expertise of each company.
Combined, the two companies have years of experience supplying products
and services to the automotive industry. 3M is recognized universally as an
innovator, supplying more than 1,000 products to the automotive marketplace
by
tapping into a broad range of technology platforms. Lighting, optical films
and capacitive sensing technologies are just a few examples of technologies
3M
applies in the automotive space. Visteon, one of the world's largest
automotive suppliers, is known in the automotive industry for its first-to-
market innovations in automotive climate, interior and electronics systems.
The collaboration on this demonstration vehicle is the culmination of
discussions initiated several years ago by the two companies. The initial
discussions between the two companies were intended to learn about one
another's innovation processes.
"From those discussions, we realized we had very similar cultures that
fostered open innovation," said Steve Meszaros, vice president of Visteon
electronics. "From there, we reframed our discussions and began
collaborating
on solution-based products; that is, products that solve a particular
consumer
need."
The companies began to design a solution-based prototype vehicle, taking
into consideration consumer research and mega-trends. The vehicle unveiled
today demonstrates more than 50 innovative technologies. These technologies
are solution based, addressing six social trends: comfort, connectivity,
convenience, health, flexibility (individualism), and sensory. For example,
the vehicle's center stack electronics has the capability to link the user's
personal devices -- such as an iPod(R) or mobile phone -- to the vehicle's
audio system, allowing the vehicle controls to become the user interface.
This
solution addresses the connectivity trend. The two companies plan to unveil
another demonstration vehicle in Europe later this year.
"This relationship is exciting; it brings together two automotive
companies with unique and complementary strengths," said Steve Schreiner,
marketing director, 3M Global Automotive Market Center. "3M and Visteon
intend
to use the demonstration vehicle as a centerpiece in discussions with
automakers about developing technology that addresses social trends and
meets
consumer needs."
Visteon and 3M are able to innovate intelligently because of their
in-depth understanding of both the OEMs who manufacture vehicles and the end
consumers who ultimately purchase vehicles.
This collaborative approach is key to Visteon's electronics strategy.
Visteon strategically aligns itself with leading innovators in the consumer
segment to ensure its products use the latest cutting edge technologies.
"We've worked with Nintendo to bring GameBoy(R) Advanced to the vehicle
and other companies such as Boston Acoustics to bring the industry the best
there is in sound systems," explained Meszaros. "3M is a known innovator in
a
broad range of technologies that can be applied to current customer concerns
and future trends."
Visteon Corporation
Visteon is a leading global automotive supplier that designs, engineers
and manufactures innovative climate, interior, electronic and lighting
products for vehicle manufacturers, and also provides a range of products
and
services to aftermarket customers. With corporate offices in Van Buren
Township, Mich. (U.S.); Shanghai, China; and Kerpen, Germany; the company
has
facilities in 26 countries and employs approximately 43,000 people.
About 3M A Global, Diversified Technology Company
Every day, 3M people find new ways to make amazing things happen.
Wherever
they are, whatever they do, the company's customers know they can rely on 3M
to help make their lives better. 3M's brands include Scotch, Post-it,
Scotchgard, Thinsulate, Scotch-Brite, Filtrete, Command and Vikuiti. Serving
customers around the world, the people of 3M use their expertise,
technologies
and global strength to lead in major markets including consumer and office;
display and graphics; electronics and telecommunications; safety, security
and
protection services; health care; industrial and transportation. For more
information, including the latest product and technology news, visit
www.3M.com.

Scotch, Post-it, Scotchgard, Thinsulate, Scotch-Brite, Filtrete, Command
and Vikuiti are trademarks of 3M.
SOURCE Visteon Corporation

Media, Melissa Andrade of Visteon, +1-734-710-5546, mandrad7@visteon.com, or
Stephanie Sanderson of 3M, +1-651-733-8588, sjsanderson@mmm.com
Source: reuters.com

AMD Displays Technology Leadership

AMD Displays Technology Leadership With New AMD Xilleon(TM) Panel Processors
for Outstanding LCD TV Image Quality

AMD today unveiled a new family of AMD Xilleon panel processors designed to
provide unrivaled visual quality in liquid crystal display (LCD) digital
TVs. AMD's new panel processors deliver advanced motion compensation and
frame rate conversion technology for excellent image processing, resulting
in a rich, immersive entertainment experience.

"The visual experience now defines the user experience. We are committed to
helping manufacturers deliver crystal clear '20/20 television' to a growing
mainstream market of digital TV consumers worldwide, enabling The Ultimate
Visual Experience," said Dave Di Orio, corporate vice president and general
manager, AMD's DTV division. "AMD is driving innovation and design
efficiencies with outstanding technology in highly integrated, flexible AMD
Xilleon processor solutions, which now span from TV motherboards to display
panels."

As consumers demand ever-larger TVs with greater visual clarity, such as
that offered by full high-definition (1080p) technology, the appearance of
picture defects such as blurred motion, or jerky movements referred to as
"film judder," can detract from the viewing experience and leave consumers
dissatisfied with their TV purchase. This trend toward larger TVs, coupled
with the global transition to digital TV broadcasts starting with the U.S.
in early 2009, has significantly increased the importance of DTV visual
quality.

To help LCD TV manufacturers deliver a superior visual experience, the new
AMD Xilleon 410, 411, 420 and 421 panel processor family is designed to
provide unrivaled picture quality up to full HD resolution, with design
flexibility to enable TV brand differentiation, and unprecedented system
integration to help reduce manufacturing costs. This advanced technology has
been chosen by Samsung, the world's largest provider of
thin-film-transistor, liquid crystal displays (TFT-LCD), for their patented
120Hz Motion Compensated Frame Interpolation solution.

"AMD Xilleon panel processors customized with Samsung proprietary McFi
technology are enabling us to set what is essentially a new industry
standard for crystal clear television picture quality," said Sang Soo Kim,
Ph.D., executive vice president and Samsung fellow, Samsung Electronics.
"Working closely with AMD helps us maintain our leadership position in
supplying superior panel solutions to our valued customers."

AMD Xilleon panel processors offer motion compensation and frame rate
conversion based on AMD's enhanced phase-plane correlation technology,
supporting high-quality visual processing for 100Hz/120Hz LCD TVs up to full
HD resolution. The key is the processor's ability to identify incoming
24Hz/60Hz film and video signals and convert them to 120Hz by determining
motion between picture frames and intelligently creating additional content
frames to represent that "in-between" motion with exceptional clarity. To
provide greater flexibility for manufacturers to customize their TVs, these
AMD panel processors offer a high degree of programmability and can be
integrated into the LCD panel subsystem or TV motherboard.

Mitsubishi MZW series 120Hz LCD TVs, which are based on Samsung's McFi
solution and the AMD Xilleon panel processor, are available in three panel
sizes in Japan. Other leading TV manufacturers are expected to adopt AMD
Xilleon panel processors in early 2008.

Source: foxbusiness.com

Gates' CES swan song focuses on technology's human touches

In the next digital decade, technology will become much more in tune with
users as it learns their personal tastes and incorporates more natural,
human interaction such as touch, gesture and voice recognition, said
Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates as he kicked off the Consumer Electronics Show
for the last time Sunday evening.

Gates, giving his 11th CES keynote address in Las Vegas, will hand off many
of his responsibilities at Microsoft in July.

His departure comes as the industry enters the second digital decade, Gates
said, and technology is playing a greater role not just in helping people
access information and entertainment at any time or place, but also in
customizing material.

"The trend is clear: All media and entertainment will be software-driven,"
Gates said. "The first digital decade has been tremendously successful. The
second digital decade will be more focused on connecting people. It will be
more focused on being more user-centric."

In an example of how technology will enable more personalization and human
interaction, Gates demonstrated Microsoft Surface, a tabletop computer that
uses touch-screen technology. Gates customized a snowboard using the
tabletop computer, adding a snowflake decal and his name by brushing his
fingertips along the tabletop. In the future, he said, he could broadcast
the design to his friends through the Internet just by placing his cell
phone on the tabletop, which recognizes his phone.

In 2007, much of the high-tech thunder was stolen by the iPhone and
Nintendo's Wii, with Microsoft's release of its new operating system,
Windows Vista, receiving lackluster buzz. Though Microsoft remains a
dominating force in technology, rivals from Google to Apple have taken aim
at the Redmond, Wash., empire, chipping away at its influence.

Gates indicated Sunday that Microsoft wasn't lying low.

While Apple CEO Steve Jobs has said he plans to sell 10 million iPhones by
the end of this year, Gates said Microsoft has sold 11 million cell phones
that use Windows mobile technology and expects to reach a total of 20
million by the end of 2008.

On the entertainment front, Robbie Bach, president of Microsoft's
entertainment and devices division, shared the stage with Gates to talk
about how Microsoft has sold 17.7 million Xbox gaming consoles. He noted
that consumers spent more on the Xbox than the Wii and PlayStation 3
combined.

Bach also announced a partnership with MGM Studios, which will offer movie
downloads such as "Legally Blonde" through the Xbox. This month, ABC and
Walt Disney will join the Xbox's lineup of movie and television downloads,
bringing such titles as "High School Musical," "Hannah Montana" and "Grey's
Anatomy."

Altogether, its programming now rivals what's offered by cable and satellite
providers, Bach said.

Bach also demonstrated Microsoft's voice recognition software. Bringing a
Ford SUV onto the stage, Bach showed how Microsoft technology is allowing
people to listen to their music collection in their car, directing it with
the sound of their voice.

A new version will better be able to recommend local restaurants, points of
interest and movie listings by using GPS technology, he said.

Gates also announced an exclusive partnership with NBC to broadcast the
Beijing Summer Olympics on the Internet through MSN.com. Addressing the
lengthy time difference between Beijing and the United States, the online
partnership will allow fans to watch 3,000 hours of on-demand videos and
live streams, as well as to take advantage of online community and
social-networking features.

And as Gates' swan song came to a close, he and Bach called onto the stage
Guitar Hero champion Kelly Law-Yone and Slash from Guns n Roses, who rocked
the presentation to a close.

Separately, Sony chairman and chief executive Sir Howard Stringer took the
stage at a news conference Sunday night to highlight the company's organic
light-emitting diode, or OLED, television, the first of its kind to be sold
in the United States. The 11-inch display is 3 millimeters thick. Companies
like Samsung and others have been chasing displays made with OLED technology
because they consume less power, offer high-quality picture resolution and
are super-thin to boot.

"This introduction of an OLED television reinforces our ability to lead the
industry," Stinger said.

Sony also introduced the Rolly, a robotic personal music player that dances
to music. A limited-edition Rolly will go on sale in the first quarter of
this year at Sony Style stores.

Among the new Sony Ericsson phones, the W760 is Sony's first walkman phone
with 3G high-speed Internet access. The phone also features tilt gaming
controls so users can play games just by moving the phone back and forth.
The Z555, a fashion phone with a diamond design on the outside, also
features the ability to silence calls or turn off an alarm simply by waving
a hand over the handset.

Staff writer Ryan Kim contributed to this report. E-mail Ellen Lee at
elee@sfchronicle.com.
Source: sfgate.com

Sony Develops New Close Proximity Wireless Transfer Technology

Sony Develops New Close Proximity Wireless Transfer Technology
'TransferJet'; Large Data Quantities Sent at Speeds of 560Mbps with Just a
Touch

Sony today announced "TransferJet", a new Close Proximity Wireless Transfer
Technology enabling the high speed transfer of large data files (photos, HD
images, etc.) between electronic devices such as mobile phones, digital
cameras, digital video cameras, computers and TVs. Using this technology,
data can be sent at speeds of 560Mbps. Sony will present reference exhibits
of this newly developed technology at CES International, to be held in Las
Vegas from January 7th.

TransferJet is an extremely simple wireless technology which eliminates the
need for complex setup and operation. For example, just touching a TV with a
digital camera enables photos to be instantaneously displayed on the TV
screen. Alternatively, downloaded music content can be easily enjoyed by
touching a mobile phone to a portable audio player. TransferJet can be used
as a Universal Interface among a wide variety of consumer

electronics devices.

Sony will actively promote the use of TransferJet across the consumer
electronics industry and seek to enhance the enjoyment of mobile
device-based content through the introduction of various products and
services based on this technology.

1) Simple interface and intuitive operation: "Touch & Get"

Just touch two electronic products together and files are transferred
automatically. TransferJet eliminates the complex setup procedures required
by existing wireless systems, and no access point is necessary. Furthermore,
users are also able to register their electronic products to enable
TransferJet to recognize specific products. For example, by registering only
the devices within their household, users can prevent external data leakage.
Operation is also very intuitive, and as there is no host/target
relationship, data transfer can take place between mobile phones and PCs for
example, as well as between mobile devices.

2) Realizing Stable High Speed Data Transmission

TransferJet's physical layer transmission rate is 560Mbps, and even allowing
for error corrections and protocol overheads, the effective physical layer
transmission rate is 375Mbps. TransferJet is also capable of selecting the
appropriate data transmission rate according to the wireless environment.
Even if the conditions for transmission deteriorate, it will maintain the
highest possible wireless connectivity by automatically lowering the data
transmission rate.

As TransferJet is a close proximity wireless system which radiates very
low-intensity radio waves, it causes almost no interference to other
wireless systems, and there is no impact to performance even if multiple
users simultaneously multiple TransferJet system. Moreover, users of
electronic products incorporating TransferJet technology are able to
transfer data among each other's products regardless of whether they are
indoors or outdoors and irrespective of their geographic location.

3) Development of New "TransferJet Coupler"

Sony's newly developed "TransferJet Coupler" is based on electric induction
field coupling to deliver superior propagation performance compared to
conventional radiation field based antennas. It maintains high transmission
gain and efficient coupling in near-field proximity, while providing sharp
attenuation over longer distances to avoid interference with other wireless
systems. Furthermore, as there is no antenna polarization it is possible to
transmit data without any performance loss, regardless of the contact angle
of the electronic devices.

TransferJet Specifications

Central Frequency: 4.48GHz

Transmission Power: -70dBm/MHz or less (average power)
Corresponds with low intensity radio
wave regulations in Japan, and with local
regulations in respective overseas regions.

Transmission Rate: 560Mbps (Max.) / effective 375Mbps
It is capable of selecting the appropriate
transmission rate depending on the wireless
environment.

Communication Distance: Within 3cm
Source: foxbusiness.com

Dell promotes technology to SMEs with Vostro product line

PERSONAL computer (PC) and notebook maker Dell Malaysia aims to assist small
and medium enterprises (SMEs) become more competitive by using technology as
one of the forefronts and information as a core part of their business.

General manager Pang Yee Beng said a majority of Dell's SME customers were
aware that the use of information technology (IT) was important and could
help grow their business in a more efficient way.

"One of Dell's initiatives is to aid SMEs to adopt IT and to make sure that
people read more about successful stories of SMEs adopting IT to become more
competitive," he said.

Nonetheless, a Dell survey showed that SMEs did not want complications but
wanted things to be simple.

"We make our products friendly, easily accessible and very secure for SMEs
because they typically do not have a huge IT team," Pang told StarBiz.

"That's why we introduced the Vostro line of products that are customised
specifically for the needs of the SMEs.

"From the feedback received from customers worldwide, we realised that 55%
of SME owners are personally involved in IT implementation. All of them have
less than two people in their IT team."

The new Vostro (Latin for "yours") line of desktop and notebook PCs are
targeted at small and medium sized businesses and enterprises.

Among them are the Vostro 1000, 1400 and 1500 notebook PCs and Vostro 200
desktop PC.

The Vostro 1400 is for users with high-mobility needs. It has a 14.1-inch
wide antiglare display as well as integrated graphics card (128MB nVidia
GeForce Go 8400M GS).

Meanwhile, the Vostro 1500 has a 15.4-inch display and is a higher-end
notebook for those who require performance and power.

Pang said that over the years, Dell had been interacting with three million
customers worldwide a day through telephone, toll-free lines, outside sales
people and its website.

"We received a lot of feedback from customers, especially small enterprises,
that they required a simple product.

"Generally, costs and complexity are the main factors that caused some SMEs
to be reluctant to implement IT," he added.
Dell's Vostro range of products contains built-in wireless and security
solutions in its notebook, so that customers do not have to look for these
solutions separately.

Dell also has tied-in a response time guaranteed service with SMEs for
faster response time and to replace a machine when it breaks down.

"In Malaysia, the SME segment is one of Dell's highest growth markets and is
a significant part of Dell's business," Pang said.

Currently, Dell has a large presence in the country in terms of service
support, logistics as well as sales and marketing. It has about 5,000
employees in the Penang plant and 400 in its Putrajaya office.

"With the launch of Vostro in July last year, we are intensifying the focus
on SMEs," Pang said.

This is another of Dell's initiatives to make sure that it delivers the
right solutions and value-added products and solutions to customers.

Pang believes that if a company picked the right IT partner and utilised the
right solution, it could build an efficient business.
Source: thestar.com.my

Samsung Unveils 22-Inch LCD Monitor with Tandem 7-Inch Monitor

SyncMaster 2263DX Facilitates Multiple Monitor Environment Without
Additional Costs; Named 2008 CES Innovations Honoree
LAS VEGAS--(Business Wire)--Samsung Electronics America, a subsidiary of
Samsung Electronics
Corporation, a world-leading manufacturer of professional LCD and PDP
display products, today introduced the new SyncMaster 2263DX monitor,
a 22-inch LCD monitor that features an additional 7-inch monitor
connected to the display. The breakthrough model, which creates a more
productive work environment for business users with dual screens, was
chosen as a 2008 CES Innovations Honoree. A selection of Samsung's
monitor lineup will be on display during CES 2008 at the Samsung
booth, #11033, in the Central Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center
from January 7-10.

Featuring a tandem seven-inch monitor connected to the primary
display, the 2263DX monitor facilitates simple connectivity without
the cost of an extra monitor. Facilitating a multi-screen environment,
the 2263DX monitor is ideal for users that require multiple screens to
run programs and applications simultaneously, therefore increasing
productivity. For example, the extra screen enables users to create
and edit documents on the 22-inch screen while using the additional
screen to simultaneously instant message, read emails or video
conference with co-workers around the globe. Furthermore, the 7-inch
tandem screen is attached via a pivoting, swiveling arm, allowing it
to be positioned on either side or above the main display for a
comfortable, highly customizable work environment.

Leveraging Samsung's proprietary UbiSync technology, the 2263DX
delivers simple plug-and-play USB 2.0 connectivity, allowing for
effortless dual-screen configuration. The 2263DX monitor's USB
connectivity also allows the monitor to provide USB hub functionality,
facilitating simple communication and connectivity. Furthermore, the
display features HDMI input, providing for superior image quality and
next-generation audiovisual input.

The 2263DX monitor is optimized for Microsoft's Office
Communicator 2007, enabling users to communicate with colleagues
around the world without needing to pick up a phone, put on a headset
or lean into a microphone. The monitor is an ideal choice for
true-to-life web conferencing, which can reduce long-distance phone
costs and the need for frequent business travel, as the monitor is
equipped with a built-in 2.0M pixel high-resolution webcam, dual-array
microphone and speakers.

"With a 7-inch screen working in conjunction with a 22-inch
high-performance display, the 2263DX is an outstanding solution for
the increasing body of consumers looking for a multiple-monitor work
environment to increase productivity, facilitate seamless
communication and stay aware of business-critical news and events,"
said Young Bae, senior product manager, display group, Samsung
Electronics America, Inc. "This intuitive, easy-to-use monitor is a
perfect compromise for consumers seeking to combine heightened
multitasking abilities and increased efficiency and productivity,
while not sacrificing image quality and response time.

With a wide 160/160 viewing angle and a high 1680 x 1050
resolution on the 22-inch screen and a resolution of 800x480 on the
tandem screen, the SyncMaster 2263DX provides clear image quality and
maximum versatility. Additionally, this innovative display features
Samsung's MagicBrite3 technology, as well as an 8,000:1 contrast ratio
complemented by a 5 ms response time, enhancing the user's total
viewing experience and reducing blurring or ghosting while utilizing
multimedia applications.

The SyncMaster 2263DX monitor is currently available for an MSRP
of $549.99 at a variety of retail outlets and through Samsung
resellers and distribution channels, which can be located by calling
1-800-SAMSUNG or by visiting www.samsung.com. Samsung Power Partners
receive special promotions, lead referrals, training and technical
support, as well as collateral and marketing materials. To find out
more about becoming a Samsung Power Partner visit
www.samsungpartner.com.

Like all Samsung displays, the SyncMaster 2263DX monitor is backed
by a three-year limited warranty on labor and parts, including the
backlight, as well as toll-free technical support for the life of the
display.
Source: reuters.com

Samsung Opens a Window to the Future of Television Technology at CES 2008

Next-generation OLED models, ultra-slim 52-inch LCD and quadruple
full-HD LCD lead array of cutting-edge models on display
LAS VEGAS--(Business Wire)--Strengthening its leadership position as the
world's premier
provider of sophisticated, beautifully designed HD televisions,
Samsung Electronics is providing attendees at the 2008 Consumer
Electronics show with a roadmap of where TV technology is headed with
an assortment of bleeding edge products on display.

The lineup at the Samsung booth will include two (14.1" and 31")
organic light-emitting diode (OLED) TVs in addition to an ultra-slim
52" LCD TV and quadruple full-HD LCD TV. Each reflects Samsung's
proficiency at combining high resolution images with sleek design.

"OLED and quadruple full-HD technologies represent an entirely new
paradigm in picture resolution technology," said Dr. Jongwoo Park,
president of Digital Media Business, Samsung Electronics. "This is a
level of clarity that is in some cases four times beyond current
industry standards yet retains the slim fits and light weight that
have made our models preferred among consumers."

OLED is seen as a powerful contender to be at the center of the
future display market mainstream given its very high resolution,
svelte profile and extremely light weight. Electronics manufacturers
have already begun exhibiting these next-generation displays at major
trade shows, but Samsung is going a step further at CES 2008. The OLED
is being presented as a finished TV product that features an elegant,
optimized design.

The chic, ultra-slim OLED TVs employ AM OLED panels developed by
Samsung SDI, a Samsung affiliate dedicated to display production. The
finished products weigh some 40 percent less than other LCD TVs of the
same size while boasting a contrast ratio of 1 million to one, color
gamut of 107% and brightness of 550nit. Samsung will begin commercial
production of mid- to large-sized OLED TVs around 2010.

Also on display at the Samsung booth will be a 52" LCD TV that is
slimmer than any other non-OLED TV ever made. It has 50,000:1 contrast
ratio and 550nit brightness. Mass production of this model is
scheduled to begin in 2009, as the company continues to maintain its
leadership in the flat panel TV market.

Samsung continues to set the pace in the arena of picture quality
with the unveiling of "Quadruple full-high definition" (QFHD), which
refers to a resolution of 3,840 pixels by 2,160 pixels, which is four
times greater than that for a typical high-definition display. Samsung
will unveil the world's largest (82") QFHD LCD TV to date.

Finally, Samsung is introducing a 57" LCD monitor (model: 570DXN)
that can recognize a user's motions even when the user is a short
distance away from the monitor. The monitor takes advantage of a 3D
motion sensing solution developed by interactive media company
Reactrix Systems. Samsung plans to commercialize this monitor in 2008
and will target it for commercial (B2B) advertising applications.
Source: reuters.com

Pioneer Unveils KURO Flat Panel Technology Concepts for Extreme Contrast

Pioneer Unveils KURO Flat Panel Technology Concepts for Extreme Contrast and
Ultra Thin 9-mm Thick Display at 2008 CES

Exploiting the Advantages of Self-Emitting Plasma Displays
TOKYO--(Business Wire)--Pioneer Corporation (TOKYO:6773)(ISIN:JP3780200006)
(President and
Representative Director: Tamihiko Sudo) today unveils concepts for
future plasma display technologies under the code name "Project KURO"
at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. After a year where it
was proved that its award-winning plasma technologies are leagues
above the rest of the HDTV industry in picture quality, Pioneer
engineers preview future Project KURO concepts for extreme contrast
and advanced design. The extreme contrast concept realizes the
reproduction of absolute black, and the advanced design concept
becomes the world's thinnest 50-inch display(1) at only nine
millimeters (mm) thick.

- Project KURO extreme contrast concept

The extreme contrast concept is the industry's first plasma that
can achieve absolute black with no measurable light emitting from the
display, when reproducing black. Contrast ratio is defined as the
ratio of the luminosity of the brightest color (white) to that of the
darkest color (black). A high contrast ratio is desirable to recreate
ideal picture quality. In televisions, the truer the black, the more
accurate the color.

Exploiting the advantages of self-emitting displays, Pioneer has
succeeded in reproducing absolute black by achieving zero-idling
luminance in more than six million cells. Ultimately, the KURO extreme
contrast concept has a contrast ratio that is literally beyond
measurement, rendering the debate of contrast ratio irrelevant.

- Project KURO advanced design concept

At nine millimeters (mm) thick - the world's thinnest in 50-inch
class(1), this groundbreaking Project KURO technology results in a
picture that appears to be floating on a wall, creating an experience
for consumers where the television becomes simply a canvas for great
entertainment. In addition, its extremely light weight (18.6 kg/41
lbs) allows the television to easily be wall-mounted, contributing
handsomely to interior decor.

The Pioneer future Project KURO concepts - part of Pioneer's true
engineering passion to deliver an emotional entertainment experience -
will be showcased at the 2008 International CES in Las Vegas (CES
Booth #9827) from January 7 to 10.

(1) According to Pioneer survey, as of Jan. 7, 2008.

About Pioneer:

Pioneer Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, is a leading global
manufacturer of consumer- and business-use electronics products such
as audio, video and car electronics. Its shares are traded on the
Tokyo Stock Exchange.
Source: reuters.com

LG develops mobile TV technology

LONDON (MarketWatch) - South Korea's LG Electronics Inc. has developed
technology that will make it relatively cheap for American broadcasters to
send television signals to mobile phones, according to reports.
According to reports in The Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg News, LG will
demonstrate at the Consumer Electronics Show that begins Monday in Las Vegas
how TV stations can buy relatively inexpensive add-on devices to their
transmitters to enable what it's calling Mobile Pedestrian Handheld (MPH)
broadcasts. Phone makers, such as LG will then have to install a reception
chip on their phones.
The technology is based on a U.S. standard designed in the mid-1990s, but
heretofore the reception was poor in moving vehicles. Now, the technology
will allow reception at 56 miles per hour, the Bloomberg report said.
In Europe, a competing standard called DVH is used in phones such as those
made by Nokia Corp. and used by mobile operators including Vodafone Group
plc.
Source: marketwatch.com