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Archive for November, 2007

Samsung retires from Japanese consumer electronics market

Posted by Erica Ogg on November 9th, 2007

As of the end of October, Samsung no longer sells its consumer gadgets in Japan, according to the Associated Press.

Samsung(Credit: Samsung)

The Korean electronics giant had actually pulled its products out of Japanese retail outlets a year ago, but as of the end of last month, it ended its ...

New meaning to the term ’smoke screen’

Posted by Stephen Shankland on November 9th, 2007

A rear projector displays a swirling image on a curtain of descending fog.

(Credit: Stephen Shankland/CNET News.com)

MONTEREY, Calif.--Here's an entertaining gimmick that looks as if it's from a company called FogScreen.

At the 6Sight digital-imaging show here Thursday, the Portola Plaza Hotel had a ...

The latest TV combo: waterproof and mirrors

Posted by Mike Yamamoto on November 8th, 2007
(Credit: Luxurite)

There are a number of TVs on the market that are waterproof and others that have mirrored screens, but now we have one that combines both. The "Luxurite Wireless Waterproof TV" is a high-definition set that comes in 17 or 19 inches with an optional mirrored finish that ...

Disney’s latest TV: The ears have it

Posted by Mike Yamamoto on November 6th, 2007
(Credit: Disney)

Disney has long had the reputation of being the ultimate control freak when it comes to its brand, which is no mean feat considering the endless stream of its products worldwide. In TVs alone this year, for instance, the Magic Kingdom has released themed models for everything from ...

Another great year for consumer electronics, says Sony president

Posted by Michael Kanellos on November 6th, 2007

Despite intense competition, price cuts and a shaky economy, it's going to be another good year for the electronics industry, predicts Sony's Stan Glasgow.

Glasgow, president of Sony Electronics, said that orders from retailers are strong once again this year. Consumers are snapping up high-definition TVs, but also ...