Wednesday, December 18, 2013

LG Chromebase All In One PC Announced

LG has announced a new all in one PC that is powered by Google’s Chrome OS, the LG Chromebase, the device will be launched at CES 2014 in January.
The LG Chromebase features a 21.5 inch Full HD IPS display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, the device is powered by an Intel Celeron processor and comes with 2GB of RAM.



“Simple to operate for all types of users, the award-winning LG Chromebase computer represents the successful combination of simplicity, power and greatdesign,” said Hyoung-sei Park, head of the IT Business Division at LG Electronics. “LG Chromebase is the wave of the future for desktops, expected to be widely adopted not only at home, but especially in schools, hotels, call centers and other business settings.”
“LG’s Chromebase is an exciting new form factor that expands the options available to customers who want a fast, simple and secure computing experience for the home, school or office,” said Caesar Sengupta, vice president of product management, Google. “LG Electronics makes great devices that customers love, and we’re glad to welcome them to the Chrome family.”
Other specifications on the LG Chromebase include a 16GB solid state drive, a 1.3 megapixel web camera, three USB 2.0 ports, one USB 3.0 port and a keyboard and mouse.

 

 LG have yet to announce any pricing for the new LG Chromebase, they will reveal more details about this new Chrome OS powered all in one PC and CES next month.

Audio-technica ATH-ANC70 Noise Cancelling Headphones Support Voice Calls

Audio-Technica has pulled the wraps off its latest set of noise cancelling headphones called the ATH-ANC70. The headphones are designed to be worn over the ear and have a built in microphone for voice calls when used with a smartphone. The microphone is located on the ear cup of the headphones to put it at a more consistent distance from the user.

 That consistent distance allows for better call quality. Audio-technica claims that the headphones active noise-cancelling tech can block 90% of ambient sound. The headphones’ have 40mm drivers and promise nice bass and overall sound. To answer calls with the headphones, the user taps the glowing logo button on the ear cup.

 The active noise cancellation tech use batteries, but when the batteries are dead the headphones do feature passive noise cancellation tech. The ear cups are padded with memory foam and promise long wear with comfort. The headphones also feature integrated volume and track controls. Audio-technica ships the headphones with adapters allowing them to work with in-flight entertainment systems and more. The headphones also come with a carry case. The headphones are available now for $199.95.

Moto X Bamboo Wood

Recently, Motorla teased the wood back for Moto X, suggesting it will soon make an appearance on the Moto Maker website. As expected, Motorola has released the wood back customizations for the Moto X, but it’s currently available in bamboo only for an extra $100, as well as delayed shipping time.
Previous reports suggested the wood customizations will launch during the holiday season with an extra $50 bucks added to the final price, but it’s more than that.

 Additionally, if you decide to get a wood back customization for your Moto X, you have to go with white edges. You can still choose a different color for the accent and front panel, along with a customized signature on the back.

The new bamboo wood back is listed under Natural section on the Moto Maker website, and there’s no word on when the other wood customizations will hit the Moto Maker website.