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It’s a Super 35mm world, and we’re all just trying to fit in frame. At least, it will be once Sony‘s done expanding its lineup of cinematic shooters. Last week it was the “affordable” PMW-F3, and now the company is teasing the NXCAM HD, a decidedly professional-oriented camcorder with a Super 35mm equivalent large format CMOS sensor nestled behind an E-mount interchangeable lens system. It’ll record to AVCHD in 1080p at frame rates covering all the majors: 23.98, 29.97, and 59.94, along with 25 and 50. All progressive, natch. Sony is planning to release this boxy beast in the middle of 2011 and plans to make it “affordable” for professionals as well. See what good a little competition can do?

[Thanks, Demetri]

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Sony teases us with NXCAM HD concept Super 35mm camcorder, strictly for the pros (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 17 Nov 2010 07:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Wow. LG did say it’d bring some heat to its Android Optimus line and here’s our first look at it, folks! An 8 megapixel camera-wearing, 1080p video-recording, dual-core superphone to appease all the spec fanatics out there. Aimed for release early next year, as the very first dual-core Android handset, this device will finally bring NVIDIA’s Tegra 2 into the smartphone realm. Our tipster tells us it’s codenamed Star internally, though that’s certain to change in the final product nomenclature. You might think that massive Google logo on the back would imply stock Android and you’d be right — we’re told it’ll be a nearly untouched representation of the Google OS, though it’s still not clear which version it’ll be. We’ve also spotted a front-facing camera on the front, while the innards include microSD memory expandability, microUSB connectivity, and a 1500mAh battery. Nexus who?

Exclusive: LG’s 4-inch Android phone with dual-core Tegra 2 and 1080p video coming in early 2011 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Nov 2010 06:33:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oh, you know the bandwagon’s in full-on rampage mode now. How so? Because Planar — a company that generally strays far, far away from mere mortals in the consumer market — has just announced a new 23-inch 3D monitor. It represents a stark break from the company’s typical high-end-only approach, and it likely speaks volumes to just how quickly 3D is gaining steam in the PC gaming universe. The SA2311W display will boast a 120Hz refresh rate, 1920 x 1080 resolution, two millisecond response time, a height adjustable stand, VGA / dual-link DVI / HDMI inputs and support for NVIDIA’s 3D Vision system. Naturally, you’ll need a set of active shutter glasses to enjoy the eye-popping mayhem, and for those who’ve never tried ’em, they’re a step below a welder’s mask in terms of exterior visibility. To that end, Planar is also introducing the first keyboard designed specifically for users rocking 3D active shutter glasses — the ProGlow (shown after the break) boasts seven adjustable light levels (plus off), enabling immersed gamers to still recognize which keys are which. Both devices are expected to ship in the US of A next month for $449 and $185, respectively, though we get the feeling those vicious 3D dinosaurs aren’t included. Which is a bummer of epic proportions, if we should say so ourselves.

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Planar preps 23-inch SA2311W 1080p 3D monitor, backlit ProGlow keyboard originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 05 Nov 2010 10:53:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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NEC’s new MultiSync EX231W may not be the sexiest LCD of all time, but it’s still decidedly sleek for a screen that’s all-business underneath. This 23-incher weighs just 9.3 pounds, has an ultraslim bezel (14.6mm) and a native 1920 x 1080 screen resolution, and it’s also packing 250 nits of brightness, 25,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and a Mother Earth-approved ECO mode that consumes just 16 watts. There’s also DVI and DisplayPort options, not to mention a USB pass-through on the top of the monitor that enables quick webcam or flash drive connections. The usual extras are also in attendance, with an ambient light sensor, carbon savings meter, touch-sensitive on-screen controls, four-way adjustable stand and an intelligent power manager all making the cut. It’ll ship next month for $339, and that does indeed include the company’s three year limited warranty.

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NEC introduces 23-inch MultiSync EX231W LCD monitor, complete with DisplayPort originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 19 Oct 2010 02:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We had a hunch that Dell’s latest quartet of LCD monitors would be making the short trip from Asia to America in the not-too-distant future, and sure enough, Dell’s delivering the four we saw in September (along with four more) to US consumers today. Kicking things off is a new trio in the Studio line, which is available in 22-inch (ST2220), 23-inch (ST2320) and 24-inch (ST2420) sizes. The whole lot boasts a 1920 x 1080 screen resolution, five millisecond response time, a 16:9 aspect ratio, ST panels (read: not IPS) and touch controls on the bottom right panel. You’ll also find VGA and DVI ports, with the ST2220L ($199.99) / ST2320L ($229.99) / ST2321L versions adding HDMI. Moving on, there’s a new pair of budget-friendly 20-inchers, the IN2020 and IN2020M. These guys tout a 1600 x 900 screen resolution, five millisecond response time and a VGA socket; the latter steps it up with the addition of DVI. Hit the source link for further details, including a brief teaser on a forthcoming (“later this fall”) 21.5-inch multitouch model with an IPS panel. Mmm, delicious.

Dell trots out eight new LED-backlit LCD monitors, promises 21.5-inch multitouch IPS model originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 18 Oct 2010 12:36:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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