Lewis: Thankful for the petty and the priceless things Nov 22, 2009
Portable DVD players and bathrooms with operable locks come to mind, as well as dental professionals who know precisely how not to terrify children. Then there's coffee (thank heavens), adjustable waistbands (for kids and moms alike. (Athens Banner-Herald)
GUEST COLUMN: Technology taking away benefits of reading Nov 21, 2009
New technological gadgets such as iPods, mp3 players, portable DVD players, gaming consoles are paving a new road for entertaining children compared to how children entertained themselves 40 years ago. According to Jim Trelease s The Read-Aloud Handbook, research done by Seattle s Children s Hospital found that for each hour of daily television viewed by the child before the age of 3, the risk of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) by age seven (is) increased by 10 percent. (Easton Journal, MA)
These tickets may surprise you Nov 13, 2009
With LCD screens showing up on portable DVD players, smart phones and in-dash receivers, there have never been more opportunities to watch videos in vehicles. And that's never a safe idea if you are driving, Heller said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Flight innovations youll love Oct 14, 2009
Sockets obviously work with portable DVD players and cell phone chargers, too. Its A Snap. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Increasingly, states push for e-waste recycling Oct 2, 2009
Under its law, consumers must pay between $8 and $25 above the price of TVs, computer monitors, laptop computers and portable DVD players. Last year, California paid $96 million collected from that fee to recyclers and collectors who handled about 218 million pounds of old electronics, said Chris Peck, spokesman for the California Integrated Waste Management Board. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Dolby Brings Surround Sound Experience to Netbook PCs Aug 18, 2009
Dolby Headphone technology can be included in almost any product that incorporates a headphone output and can process stereo or multichannel audio, including portable DVD players, PCs, digital TVs, and wireless devices. About Dolby Laboratories. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
OMVC to Showcase Mobile DTV Services and Consumer Devices at Capitol Hill Event Jul 29, 2009
LG Electronics mobile DTV receiving devices, including mobile phones and portable DVD players. Dells Mini 10 Mobile DTV Netbook, the first laptop with integrated mobile DTV capability. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
HINGHAM POLICE:Quincy man charged with larceny Jul 26, 2009
Police said he stole two GPS units and two portable DVD players, with a total value of about $800. Loading commenting interface. (Hingham Journal, MA)
This year, Christmas bells ringing in July Jul 20, 2009
Toys R Us is planning a similar event, but with more emphasis on holiday-themed pricing of roughly 50 percent off bicycles, video games, doll houses and portable DVD players. While the chain won't be selling holiday merchandise, it will be bringing unseasonal cheer, complete with Christmas cards and candy canes, to its stores on July 25. (MSNBC -- Business)
Free groceries Jun 26, 2009
we now have the new HD portable TV), Portable DVD players, and radios to make sure they work. 6. (The Palm Beach Post)
Rain doesnt dampen graduation party Jun 21, 2009
Many additional prizes were awarded, including USB drives, gift certificates, a camera, portable DVD players and IPOD Shuffles. The awarded prizes were the result of money donated by local individuals and businesses within the community. (Lake Wales News, FL)
AdoptaPlatoon Barbecue, Jam Fest Set for June 20 Jun 16, 2009
Troops also would enjoy CDs/DVD movies, portable DVD players, AA and AAA batteries, Game Boys, board games and soccer balls. "Letters of support from you, your children, your business or school also are welcomed by those away from home," Hart said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Audiovox Corporation Reports Fiscal 2009 Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results May 15, 2009
Among the lines marketed by Audiovox are its mobile electronics products including mobile video systems, auto sound systems including satellite radio, vehicle security and remote start systems; consumer electronics products such as MP3 players, digital camcorders, DVRs, clock radios, portable DVD players, extended range two-way radios, multimedia products like digital picture frames and home and portable stereos; consumer electronics accessories such as indoor/outdoor antennas, connectivity... (PR Newswire)
State hosts e-waste recycling May 7, 2009
Items that can be dropped off include: Computer monitors, televisions, laptops, plasma screens, LCD screens, portable DVD players, printers, faxes, copiers, telephones, cell phones and accessories, iPod-MP3 players and electronic/computer games, keyboards, mice, computer towers, computer system speakers, stereo systems and stereo system speakers. The locations of the e-waste collections are. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
A look into television's more interactive future May 2, 2009
At the convention, the displays included various handheld devices that could pick up broadcast signals over the air, including cell phones, laptops, GPS systems and portable DVD players. Two LG brand cell phones could tune into a local Las Vegas station, and the picture quality looked pretty sharp with vibrant color. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Family road trip battle royal Apr 30, 2009
Portable DVD players and video games are for wimps, not an expert such as myself. Road trips are about fun, conversation and discovery, not using mind-numbing movies to pass the time peacefully. (Globe and Mail)
Police briefs (254) Apr 20, 2009
Somerset Borough police are investigating the theft of a gold chain from a residence along West Main Street on April 9. Zula Robert reported the chain missing. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Conn. pols weigh updates to reflect GPS advances Apr 19, 2009
The original laws on in-car video displays stemmed from increasing reports in the late 1990s and current decade about drivers being caught watching movies on their laptop computers and portable DVD players. Some also have had video screens set up within their line of sight so they could watch whatever their back seat passengers were enjoying during the ride. (Anchorage Daily News)
Canadian, U.S. firms partner to buy Polaroid assets Apr 18, 2009
Polaroid more recently expanded into a host of other consumer electronic products such as flat panel televisions, portable DVD players, digital photo frames and high-definition camcorders. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in December after the founder of its parent company, Petters Group Worldwide LLC, was accused of operating an alleged Ponzi scheme. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Polaroid Acquired by Hilco Consumer Capital, L.P. and Gordon Brothers Brands, LLC Apr 17, 2009
The Polaroid brand began with polarized sunglasses, evolved into instant film, camera and camera accessories, and expanded well beyond into flat panel televisions, portable DVD players, digital photo frames, digital HD camcorders, waterproof digital cameras and more. Always on the cutting edge of the latest "instant" technologies, Polaroid is also responsible for the world's very first ZINK(TM) (Zero Ink(TM) Printing Technology) enabled printing device. (PR Newswire)
Healthcare Careers Apr 9, 2009
The patient care center will also receive 560 for portable DVD players and DVDs for use by patients and their families. Mercy's Occupational Therapy Department was granted 3,551 to refurbish the Rehab Department's Independent Living Unit with new carpeting, a new refrigerator, and a new chair. (Sioux City Journal)
Olson: Distraction could ruin a good film Mar 12, 2009
You can watch a movie on your computer or your Plasma-screen TV, on iPods, on little portable DVD players, even on cell phones. Gone are the days when getting to see a movie at home was a very big deal in itself. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Youth abstinence rally Feb 26, 2009
Businesses in Calhoun and Grenada counties have donated door prizes for the event, including mp3 players and portable DVD players. Food will be available, and local law enforcement officers will be on hand as security, Reed said. (Calhoun City Monitor Herald, MS)
Beaver lodge not daycare Feb 26, 2009
Numerous tables, three laptops, portable DVD players, crumb crunchers on the chairs, carpet, standing on the tables, grinding crackers, gum, peanut butter, barf and spittle into OUR facility. Your group has been the subject of disgust and conversation for some weeks now. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
