It’s Playtime

Sony Computer Entertainment has unveiled the new PlayStation computer entertainment system, featuring a streamlined form factor with a 120 GB HDD. The internal design architecture of the PS3 system, from the main semiconductors and power supply unit to the cooling mechanism, has been redesigned. Compared to the PS3 model with 60GB HDD, the internal volume as well as its thickness and weight are trimmed down to approximately two-thirds. The new PS3 offers the cutting-edge features and functions such as the ability to enjoy highdefinition Blu-ray disc movies and games, as well as various services downloadable through the network. Rs 19,990

3D Treat

The 5738D, Acer’s 3D-enabled notebook,
is a three-pillar system that relies upon a 3D
film coating on the display, polarising glasses and bespoke software to display videos, games and photos in 3D. Its cinematic-style 3D home theater allows you to enjoy and share 3D movies and photos. Real-time 2D-to-3D playback convert technology enables the viewing of any video, DVDs, pictures and games as virtual 3D output. The HDTV-ready notebook is equipped with HDMI-output to any HDTV at home. It has a new generation 3 Dolby home theater technology. The notebook is powered by Intel and has up to 4GB of DDR3 1066 MHz dual-channel memory. It comes in two models, one on the Pentium dual core platform and the other on the Core2Duo platform. Rs 43,500

Gotta Hand It

LG Electronics has launched three handsets with advanced capabilities. The LG GW525 is designed with messaging on-the-move in mind. It has messaging features, combined with a 2.8-inch full touch screen. The phone offers push social networking services and consumer push email and business push email. The GT505 has a 5-megapixel camera and GPS functions. It comes with a turn-by-turn navigation solution with voice instruction and a choice of 2D or 3D mapping. The GM730 has a
5-megapixel camera, MP3 player and action-packed games. It is 11.9mm slim and highlighted by an elegant chrome band. Rs 13,990 (GW525), Rs 14,990 (GT505), Rs 22,490 (GM730)

Right Notes

Philips’ 8GB, GoGear Opus music player comes with a 2.8-inch TFT LCD. It has a five-way navigation system with the option and return keys. The GoGear PMP features Philips’ full sound audio engine. It also has a volume limit option and allows you to access the audio enhancing outpoints right from the ‘now playing’ screen, because of its quick access options key. The Opus’ radio has a recording feature. As it has a microphone built into the device, you can use it as a dictaphone. Rs 7,999