Touchscreens getting thumbs' up from users Oct 3, 2008
Theyre already in popular GPS devices, and starting to show up in computers and digital photo frames as well. Microsoft says multi-touch computing will be part of the next version of the Windows operating system, due to be released by 2010. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Microsoft airs "I'm a PC" Windows ad Sep 19, 2008
this morning set a new threshold for digital photo frames with an extremely high-end model. The OLED Wireless Frame is reportedly the first to combine both of its namesake technologies and centers around image quality well beyond ordinary photo frames: the organic 7. (Electronista)
Cold economy heats up market for used stuff Sep 18, 2008
Don and Tammy Hale of Mason City check out photo frames while relaxing on a sofa that's for sale at Affordables on 1st in Mason City. (Globe Gazette photo by Dick Johnson) MASON CITY Economic uncertainty and major flooding in June have created a hot market for used furniture and appliances at Southside Furniture, 3638 S. Federal Ave., and elsewhere in Mason City. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
40th Fin and Feather Fall Festival will be Sept. 26-28 Sep 17, 2008
She said this year's merchandise will include hummingbird feeders, hand-poured candles, picture quilts, floral arrangements, cowboy boot purses, quilts, jewelry, adults' and children's clothing, woodworking, personalized photo frames and name plaques, jewelry of many mediums, potpourri, tie-dyed T-shirts, furniture and more. In addition to the arts and crafts, festival goers may also purchase different foods, such as kettle-popped corn, turkey legs, funnel cakes, baked potatoes, roasted ears of... (Sallisaw Sequoyah County Times, OK)
Greater China digital photo frame manufacturers move up-market for better profit, most to raise export prices Sep 16, 2008
New products to integrate audio/video playback, built-in card reader, built-in stereo speakers and Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity -- Global Sources China Sourcing Report HONG KONG, Sept. 16 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Fierce competition at the low-end is forcing digital photo frame suppliers in Greater China to turn to higher-end products that offer better profit margins, according to Global Sources' (Nasdaq: ) China Sourcing Report: Digital Photo Frames ( ) ... " Global demand continues... (PR Newswire)
New mission: Adding digital TV to every portable screen Sep 12, 2008
New design-in opportunities range from digital photo frames, boon boxes and players to notebooks and portable navigation systems, according to Alon Ironi, CEO of Siano Mobile Silicon. AvMap's Geosat 6 Phone TV, based on Siano's leading mobile TV receiver and antenna chips, offers mobile TV, advanced navigation, a tri-band phone, alcohol test and player functions. (EETimes)
LG Display reduces third quarter earnings outlook Sep 11, 2008
Digital photo frames are on display at the LG stand of the IFA (Internationale Funkaustellung) Consumer Electronics Trade Fair, at Berlin's fair ground on August 29. The IFA, one of the largest consumer electronics trade fairs in the world and took place from 29 August to 03 September. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Sony's New Digital Photo Frame Goes Wireless Sep 4, 2008
The VAIO CP1 digital photo frames will retail for about $300. They will be available at Sony Style(R) stores and online at starting in mid-October. (PR Newswire)
Fresnan puts her artistic stamp on a room Sep 4, 2008
Handmade cards, photo frames and mini-albums layered with ribbons, die cuts and chipboard letters are displayed for inspiration. "I could live in this room if I had a refrigerator," she says. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Press debate over stamp duty cut Sep 3, 2008
The worst five, according to the Daily Mail, are personalised bath robes, salt and pepper pots, candlesticks, photo frames and plates. The Telegraph reports that sales of baked beans have risen by 12% over the past year, perhaps as a result of the credit crunch. (BBC News -- UK)
* [TECHNOLOGY REVIEWS] Sep 3, 2008
The real fun begins when you start smearing on the eyeliner, available in dozens of shades, or mixing and matching the hair, clothing, jewelry, backgrounds and photo frames, all of which can be dragged and dropped into place with the stylus. You can save your work as standard photo files for convenient e-mailing to your local modeling agency. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Wahyu Nusantara Aji: The forgotten 200 millionth citizen Sep 3, 2008
Four photo frames of particular significance were displayed in the family's modest living room. Three of the frames contained pictures of the family being received by (the late) former president Suharto at his Cendana residence in Jakarta. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
From farmworker to successful businesswoman Sep 2, 2008
Inside company offices, a couple of photo frames display two classic commercial planes that they've painted, a DC-2 and DC-3 with their TWA and United insignias, both currently managed by the famous aviator, Clay Lacy, the only person in the world to have clocked more time in the air than on the ground. Art-Craft has worked on some 23 of his planes. (Santa Maria Times)
* Keen High eager to list in Taiwan, Fubon says Aug 19, 2008
Headquartered in Shenzhen, China, Keen High makes consumer electronics devices, including MP3 players, portable multimedia players, photo frames and global positioning system (GPS) products. Keen Highs board of directors passed a resolution on July 28 to apply for a listing on Taiwans over-the-counter market, Fubon said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Imation and Nickelodeon's Npower Brand Unveils First Tween-Themed Electronics Line Inspired by Hit TV Show iCarly Aug 19, 2008
Building on the success of SpongeBob SquarePants-themed products last year, Npower has also introduced an expanded range of products, including speakers, boomboxes, MP3 players and digital photo frames with fun, unexpected features inspired by the iconic characters from the Emmy-nominated, top animated kids' series. From the Speakers and Sponge Dock that features eyeball speakers that rock n' roll on a table top, to SpongeBob SquarePants digital photo frames, tech savvy kids are sure to... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
One Month Old California and Washington Hands-Free Law Boosts Bluetooth Sales Aug 5, 2008
Determined to accompany the mobile telephone's irresistible breakthrough into our day-to-day lives, Parrot has been developing a new range of Multimedia products since 2006, including wireless hi-fi systems and LCD photo frames. Today, Parrot truly has a major international focus, both in terms of its client base, with 86. (PR Newswire)
Turning plastic trash into valuable products Aug 5, 2008
The plastic waste, ranging from instant noodle wrappers, to plastic fabric softener containers and straws, is transformed into valuable products including handbags, table cloths and photo frames. "Many things here, including the sheet on which we're sitting, are made from instant noodle wrappers," Lies said. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
* Hannstar shows Q2 profit increase on rising prices Aug 2, 2008
NEW STRATEGY: Analysts lauded the company's plans to counter its rivals by focusing on medium-sized panels often used in low-cost laptops and digital photo frames By Lisa Wang STAFF REPORTER Saturday, Aug 02, 2008, Page 12 ... To safeguard its profitability, HannStar is aggressively shifting its capacity to better-margin medium-sized LCD panels primarily used in low-cost laptops and digital photo frames, the company said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
3 Gadget Sites Worth Knowing About Jul 31, 2008
This independent e-commerce site sells almost everything in the gadget universe, including digital photo frames, videogames and consoles, digital cameras, cellphones (and voice plans), laptops and TVs and that's just to name a few. In our spot test (see table), we found that Newegg. (SmartMoney)
STMicroelectronics Reports 2008 Second Quarter and First Half Revenues and Earnings Jul 23, 2008
Additionally, ST announced a new device in the family: manufactured in state-of-the-art low-power 65nm technology, SPEAr Basic addresses various embedded applications, including entry-level printers, digital photo frames, Voice-over-IP and other equipment. -- In healthcare applications, ST and Debiotech introduced the first evaluation prototypes of a unique miniaturized insulin-delivery pump. (PR Newswire)
LG Digital Photo Frame and DVD Player Jul 13, 2008
Digital photo frames are becoming increasingly popular and multi-purpose, such as the released earlier in 2008. This new unit from LG brings together innovative technology with sleek design and portability, allowing users to share their photos or watch DVDs in any location. (Gizmag)
Owen Lawrence stocks accessories sold only in the South Jul 13, 2008
Photo frames, drink trays, platters and mirrors match with coffee, end and sofa tables. Upholstered furniture from Austria is available, and there's a collection of leather sofas. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Disney's new dream home is packed with 'innoventions' Jun 29, 2008
Inside, it's filled with countless flat-screen TVs, digital photo frames and interactive software that brings cookbooks to life and mirrors that might charm Snow White's wicked stepmother. It's all high-tech, no-touch. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Kodak: Halt at the Border Jun 20, 2008
Introduced in March, the 10-inch EasyShare M1020 is among the first digital photo frames from Kodak () to feature a touch-enabled border the latest, hippest trend in electronic picture frames. The border is a narrow strip positioned between the digital screen and the frame. (BusinessWeek)
* Taiwan ranked fifth for customer focus Jun 19, 2008
The best examples of these abilities in Taiwan were the development of low-price notebook computers, digital cameras, digital photo frames and smart phones by domestic firms, which appeal to a rising group of price-conscious consumers, the council said. This story has been viewed 460 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Aluratek, Inc. Wi-Fi Music System Delivers a World of Internet Radio Jun 18, 2008
Digital Photo Frames, External Storage, Universal-Serial-Bus (USB), Mobile Accessories, and High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI). For more information, please visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Step into house of the future at Disneyland exhibit Jun 17, 2008
When 10-year-old Robbie comes in, for instance, his favorite music plays and pictures of his soccer team fill the photo frames. When his mom, Patti, comes home, it all switches to easy listening and family pictures. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Support Grows for Universal Power Adapter Jun 15, 2008
"We know we're not the largest [electronics company] but we are the first, and somebody has to be first," said Darwin Chang, CTO of Westinghouse, which makes LCD televisions, computer monitors and digital photo frames ... digital photo frames. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Flip Video Gets Slim With Mino Jun 5, 2008
The built-in software also helps you upload content to social networking sites like MySpace, YouTube and AOL video; you can create videos and video greeting cards that you can send to others via e-mail; custom-edit movie "mixes," capture still photo frames from videos, and order DVDs online. The Flip Video Mino also features a tripod mount, and Pure Digital Technologies sells other accessories like a tripod, AC power adapter, action mount and pouch. (PC World)
Big-box Best Buy goes to the mall Jun 3, 2008
Its new mobile stores will concentrate on cellphones and accessories, but also carry iPods, GPS navigation systems and perhaps digital photo frames. Its salespeople will be non-commissioned, in contrast to those in carrier stores, Mr. Johnston said. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Review: 101 Great Gifts from Kids Jun 2, 2008
Homemade Gift Craft Projects for Children. With this helpful book, kids aged three to eight can have fun creating gifts for birthdays, Christmas and special occasions for family and friends. (Suite101.com)
Freecycle.org - modern twist on old practice May 30, 2008
In the course of my three years on the Freecycle network, I've unloaded all of the following items - keeping them from a landfill and making someone else's life a bit easier: plastic clothes hangers, photo frames, sofa, CD rack, children's clothing and toys, baby stroller, old blankets, candle holder, gutter downspouts, zip discs and holder, sleeping bags, photo album, toaster oven, wall decorations, and a model boat kit. I've also been fortunate enough to grab a few cool items, including some... (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
STMicroelectronics Introduces First 65nm SPEAr(R) Customizable Chip for Computer Peripherals Applications May 27, 2008
Manufactured in state-of-the-art low-power 65nm process technology, the new SPEAr Basic device addresses a wide variety of embedded applications, including entry-level printers, fax machines, digital photo frames, Voice-over-IP and other equipment. ST's SPEAr (Structured Processor Enhanced Architecture) concept uniquely combines cost savings and shorter time-to-market of open-market standard products with the flexibility of application-specific ICs in optimizing system performance. (PR Newswire)
TECH CHRONICLES May 24, 2008
Five years from now, Apple will become the hub of the digital home, offering gadgets such as digital photo frames and providing professional installation services in the home, a Forrester report predicts ... To further establish itself in the home, Apple could design Internet-connected clock radios and digital photo frames, which could be used to stream music and videos. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Digi photo frames hot up Desi market May 24, 2008
Optical majors are now offering digital photo frames to display pictures ... Though the market for digital photo frames is still in a nascent stage in the country with 60,000 units a year, its expected to double this year. (India Times, India)
Smugglers try to mail Australian geckos May 21, 2008
SYDNEY, Australia - Wildlife smugglers tried to mail 15 Australian geckos to Europe in hollowed-out books and photo frames, the Customs Service said Tuesday. Most of the leaf-tail geckos were found dead from lack of air, food and water when the parcels were opened by Australia Post, said a statement from the Customs Service. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Orb Claims It Can Stream Live TV to iPods May 11, 2008
Ready to evolve to digital photo frames, but not quite sure how to do it. We have four essential rules to guide you along the process. (PC Magazine)
Kodak's Easy-to-Use EasyShare Frame May 9, 2008
Kodak's () EasyShare family of digital photo frames clearly deserves its name. When I tested the EasyShare EX1011, I found the frame simple, elegant, and, yes, easy to use. (BusinessWeek)
Mom's day could provide economic stimulus May 8, 2008
Mother's Day could provide some economic. Mother's Day could provide some economic. (AZCentral -- Business)
Mother's Day By The Numbers May 8, 2008
2 billion on (including digital photo frames and cameras), $2 billion on and $672 million on. A caveat--the polling data BIGResearch gathered for the survey was collected during the first week of April, from about 8,000 consumers who were asked what they expected to spend on Mother's Day. (Forbes -- Business)
Concorde's interior designer framed by Parrot May 4, 2008
The Parrot digital photo frames by Andr;e Putman will be available at first exclusively in London from June 2008, with a 249. 99 price tag (Cough. (Inquirer)
Walmart.com using Wii Fit to boost Mom's Day sales May 3, 2008
2-billion this Mother's Day on consumer electronics like digital cameras, digital photo frames and video cameras ... com is seeing a trend toward consumers buying more tech-related gifts, like digital photo frames or cameras, for mothers, Thompson said. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
'Wii Fit' for Mom's Day? Wal-Mart thinks so May 3, 2008
2 billion this Mother's Day on consumer electronics like digital cameras, digital photo frames and video cameras ... com is seeing a trend toward consumers buying more tech-related gifts, like digital photo frames or cameras, for mothers, Thompson said. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Touchscreens added to digital frames May 2, 2008
KodakKodak's newest 8- and 10-inch digital photo frames use a "Quick Touch Border" with backlighting for menu controls on the frame ... Digital photo frames are high on the wish lists of many moms for Mothers Day, and there are more choices now than ever for delivering a picture-perfect gift ... There are many manufacturers now making digital photo frames. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
NFC phone tech promises wave of change May 2, 2008
Its also used with wireless speakers and digital photo frames. But using Bluetooth initially requires a cumbersome and sometimes confusing pairing process that requires going through several steps on devices menus and entering codes. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Review: Philips PhotoFrame Apr 17, 2008
Unlike most digital photo frames, the Philips is flexible when it comes to slideshow speeds, changing the image every five, 10, 30 or 60 seconds; five, 30 or 60 minutes or four, 12 or 24 hours. And there's a collage option displaying a big photo with four smaller images at the sides. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
* [ TECHNOLOGY REVIEW ] Apr 16, 2008
Touch-sensitive surfaces seem to be everywhere these days, so why not in digital photo frames. Pandigital has just released a line of frames with touch-sensitive functions. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* OLED sales expected to go up 60% Apr 14, 2008
The AMOLED displays will be used in products such as mobile phones, digital cameras, digital photo frames, handheld TVs and free-standing TVs, Young said. By next year, OLED display manufacturers are expected to start shipment of displays for notebook computers and will rapidly move into the TV segment, building on the success of Sony Corps XEL-1, the TV with the most vivid and realistic image, Young said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Memorable Mother's Day Gifts Apr 4, 2008
Consider one of the new electronic photo frames. A high tech gadget like a computer, digital camera, Ipod, video camera or a scanner to copy some of her old pictures and slides. (Suite101.com)
Pandigital tops in digital photo frame market Apr 4, 2008
Dublin's Pandigital has used low prices, evolving features and clever marketing to become the continent's No. 1 seller of digital photo frames, beating out electronics giants like Sony Corp., Eastman Kodak Co. and Philips Electronics NV.. The digital photo frames, which look like traditional photo frames but can display a slide show with hundreds of photos on a single LCD screen, have become a huge business, selling 5. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
Hewing classic home into modern era Mar 30, 2008
Melanie will be dressed in Victorian garb, while a "time machine" outfitted with digital photo frames will display "before" and "after" photos. And, for good measure, the old North Attleborough police jail cell that Harry Houdini reportedly escaped from in 1923 will also be shown - another find the couple got on eBay. (Boston Globe)
Polaroid's entrepreneurial legacy Mar 16, 2008
Caswell imagines Zink printers built into all sorts of devices, from digital photo frames to flat-panel TVs. (Much of Zink's funding, including a $25 million investment last fall, has come from Tom Petters, the Minnesota entrepreneur who also now owns Polaroid. (Boston Globe)
Mario Karts On To Wii Mar 7, 2008
Digital photo frames allow you to play a slideshow of digital photos via an LCD.. SMARTHOUSE NEWSLETTER. (Smart House)
Bollywood showers gifts on Farah's babies Mar 4, 2008
Arjun and Mehr Rampal brought baby clothes from Baby Gap from LA. and mom gave silver gifts of baby photo frames, bowls and eating. Ads by Google. (entertainment.oneindia.in)
Symantec Launches Improved Norton 360 Mar 4, 2008
Digital photo frames allow you to play a slideshow of digital photos via an LCD.. The new Sony Alpha digital SLR camera features a lighter and slimmer body for easy. (Smart House)
Store specializes in vintage beach Feb 26, 2008
Decorate with giant crocodile palm fronds, dried and mounted for $245; oversize storage baskets; buttoned throw pillows; freestanding mirrors; coffee table books; straw place mats; cable-knit throw blankets; vases; towels; silver candlesticks; photo frames; diffusers; and candles. Lighten up with brushed nickel chandeliers with linen shades or table top lamps in a range of sizes and colors, including one with a giraffe base. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Flip that room Feb 22, 2008
Other accents included a turquoise lap blanket, pink cushions, a pink and silver clock, brushed silver photo frames and white dinnerware with silver flatware. The white refrigerator, microwave and a mobile storage cart popped nicely against the dark furnishings, and they also blended well with the light-colored walls. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Digital photo frames may harbour Trojan horse Feb 21, 2008
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Retailer Loses Edge Feb 21, 2008
To fund its holiday operations, Sharper Image relied on a 20 million loan from Wells Fargo, expecting to generate cash from a new assortment of gift items including phantom chess players and digital photo frames. Last week, Sharper Image named as its new CEO Robert Conway, who owns a crisis-management company specializing in bankruptcy cases that will be paid 150,000 a month plus a percentage of restructured debt and assets it sells. (New York Post -- Business)
On the waterfront Feb 20, 2008
Hollies on the Avenue (60 Maple Ave., 401-245-0090, ) feels like a mini art gallery, with its enticing selection of photo frames, teacups, cake plates, candlesticks, wine racks, cheese boards, and other specialty gifts. Jam-packed Teapots & Tassels (71 Maple Ave., 401-247-0980) has a wide range of elegant stationery and invitations, as well as some specialty foods. (Boston Globe)
Westinghouse Digital Reaches 8 Million Viewer-Per-Month Milestone for PumpTop TV Feb 20, 2008
Westinghouse Digital's award-winning consumer HDTV line up includes a complete family of 720p and 1080p LCD HDTVs and HD 1080p monitors in a wide range of sizes and formats, HD Grade(TM) computer standard and widescreen monitors, and a full line of digital photo frames. Westinghouse Digital's Commercial Business Unit offers a full suite of high-end LCD HDTVs and video monitors targeted to meet the demanding needs of the Pro A/V business sector, including digital signage applications. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE NEWS BUDGET Feb 17, 2008
COMPUTERVIRUS (Gage, San Francisco Chronicle) -- An insidious computer virus recently discovered on digital photo frames has been identified as a powerful new Trojan Horse from China that collects passwords for online games -- and its designers might have larger targets in mind. 700. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
After 60 Years, Polaroid Shakes Instant Film Feb 15, 2008
Polaroid also has its brand name on foreign-made TVs, DVD players, digital photo frames, cameras and MP3 music players. Those products generated nearly $1 billion in revenue last year for Polaroid's parent firm, Beaudoin said. (NBC4.tv, CA)
* Powerchip announces venture Feb 14, 2008
7 million) in capital, will design, develop and sell drivers and controllers used in consumer electronics such as mobile phones and digital photo frames, Powerchip said. The company is set to begin operation on April 1. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
The 'Not-Extreme' Makeover That Gives Your Whole Room a Fresh, Updated Look Feb 12, 2008
-- Choose one of Danielson Designs' new "Memoirs" photo frames to display a series of photographs in relevant succession. Products include a frame featuring four of your favorite photos with sentiments such as "In a Blink of an Eye ... Watch me Grow" and "The story of a simple kiss goodnight that would change the rest of our lives ... Happily Ever After." A Leader in the Wall Decor Industry Danielson Designs was named the 2007 Top Wall Decor Manufacturer by the independent Gift Beat Magazine. (PR Newswire)
