Optio M60 DigiCam from Pentax

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Pentax has launched its new Optio M60, a standard-class compact digital camera that features an optical 5X zoom, 10.0 megapixels, plus an “Auto Picture” function, where the camera automatically detects the conditions of the subject and selects the optimal scene mode.

The camera also comes in 3 different colors, allowing users to select their favorite color.

The Optio M60 is equipped with the Face Recognition AF & AE function, which automatically sets the focus and exposure. In addition to an increase in the number of faces, that can be detected at once, to 32 people, the detection time has also been made faster, to approximately 0.03 seconds at the fastest.

It also features the Digital SR (shake reduction) mode, which can reduce camera shakes and subject blurring during still-image photography. This mode automatically adjusts the sensitivity up to a maximum of ISO 6400 in accordance with the subject’s brightness to permit a fast enough shutter speed to capture a sharp, clear image with little blurring.

It comes with a 2.5-inch LCD monitor of approximately 230,000 dots. Price and availability will be announced shortly.

New Sony Walkman MP3 Players

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Sony has launched the latest addition to its range of Walkman MP3 players – the NWZ-B130F series - in India.

Available in 1 GB and 2 GB capacities, the players have in-built bass enhancer that enhances the bass elements of music by approximately 100Hz.

The NWZ-B130F series is able to deliver up to 16 hours of continuous music playback and features Sony's Quick Charge function wherein just three minutes of charging provides 90 minutes of music playback, while 16 hours worth of music playback can be achieved with 70 minutes of charging.

The series features a direct USB connection and drag and drop interface for easy uploading/downloading and playback of audio content. In addition, the NWZ-B130F series allows for direct music recording and playback on supported audio systems, removing the need to connect to a computer in order to transfer audio content.

The players also feature FM radio and voice recording.

Available in select Sony stores across the country, the NWZ-B130F series comes in Black, Red, Pink and Blue .

The 1 GB player cost Rs. 2,590 while the 2 GB version costs Rs. 3,490.

Cute Kingston flash drives

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The new Kingston DataTraveler Mini with Migo USB drive measures just 0.70 x 1.42 x 0.40 inches. The DataTraveler Mini with Migo USB drive is available in three colors that vary by capacity. There is a red model of the DataTraveler Mini with Migo USB drive which comes with a 512MB storage capacity, a light blue one for the 1GB capacity and a light purple model for the 2GB version.

The Kingston DataTraveler Mini with Migo USB drive has a very convenient capless design, as it has a sliding retractable USB connector so that it does not get misplaced during transport.

The Kingston DataTraveler Mini with Migo USB drive automatically synchronizes data, keeps versions up-to-date, and also leaves no trace of personal data on other systems. This definitely gives consumers the freedom to work safely even on multiple PCs. What you are going to love about it is its cute design and awesome looks.
The DT Mini fun and Mini Migo Edition come with a five-year warranty. For more detailed information on Kingston memory products, please visit the Kingston Web site at: www.kingston.com/india . These Kingston Mini fun and Mini Migo drives will be available at Avnet India, HCL, Ingram Micro, Kobian Electronics and Transtek Infoways.

Asus EEE PC, your small companion

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Asus eee pc is a sweet yet very handy laptop at a price tag of just Rs 18,000(or lesser) in India.

Targeted at user segments like school children, housewives, senior citizens, and teenagers who enjoy simple computing with lightweight gadgets, the 7-inch Eee PC -- weighing even less than 1 kg -- was launched in India few months back.
Based on the Intel CPU and chipset, the Eee PC offers two modes of intuitive user interface for both experienced and inexperienced PC users, and packs over 40 built-in applications. The other specifications include built-in flash-memory, 512MB DDR2 memory, 300K pixels video camera, and WLAN. Great deal, isn't it?

iPhone 3G officially launching in India on 18th Aug

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Finally Apple iPhone 3G is launching in India on 18th of august. The news is confirmed officially and that it is coming with Vodafone. Rest of the information like pricing is not disclosed yet but, don't worry we'll be publishing it as soon as we'll come to know. Rumors are it will be costing around 13,000 INR.
According to another source, it is also reported to be launched on Aug, 22nd with Airtel too.

Samsung F490- The iPhone Killer

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The Samsung F490 multimedia phone is a complete lookalike of Apple iPhone. Certainly it is packed with some awesome features and meant to compete with iPhone 3G which is already set to rock the indian market along with Airtel and Vodafone. F490 is 3G ready, HSDPA and EDGE enabled tri band mobile that features a large 3.2 inch TFT touch screen display and sports a resolution of 240 x 432 pixels, so it still falls a bit short of Apple's created benchmark.
On the plus side the display actually features a 16:9 widescreen ratio, which comes as advantage when watching videos.

The iPhone lags behind it when it is about the camera. the F490 features a 5 megapixel camera (no auto-focus) . It also has an LED flash and is capable of recording video in MPEG4 format with QVGA resolution at 15 frames per second.
And, this full featured gizmo is available in india just for Rs. 30,600