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LG is in the midst of a whirlwind tour of its 2013 CES introductions, and the next stop is its AV catalog. The running theme this year is NFC: both the BH9430PW 9.1-channel home theater and the BP730 Blu-ray player include the short-range wireless format to simplify mirroring content from your Optimus G (and, most likely, other NFC phones). The surround system also packs an iPod dock and a Private Audio Mode that funnels sound to a nearby smartphone when a quiet house is paramount. Beyond these two devices, LG promises the Bluetooth-equipped, 310W NB4530A sound bar, a ND8630 speaker dock with both Android and iOS support (including AirPlay and Bluetooth) and an NP6630 portable speaker that stuffs AirPlay, Bluetooth and NFC into its frame. We’ll know more at CES next month, but those who want LG’s overview can see it for themselves after the break.

Continue reading LG’s 2013 AV lineup puts NFC into Blu-ray player, 9.1-channel home theater

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If you are on a tight budget but dream to get one of these Android 4.1 tablets you should maybe check what Geanee offers here in Japan! Indeed today the company announced the ADP-704, a new 7″ Android tablet that comes with a 1,024×600 resolution, Android 4.1, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of internal memory and a powerful Cortex A9 dual Core CPU at 1.5GHz for just 14,800 Yen. While this ADP-704 many not outshine the Nexus 7 in Japan and its stunning raw power/price ratio, the ADP-704 however …

Last time we heard from Zink, it was introducing some sort of digital camera in concert with Lady Gaga. Perhaps not-so-coincidentally, that was unveiled at CES earlier this year. If we’re assuming a yearly refresh cycle, it looks as if the company is planning its next major product launch for CES 2013, judging by a report of a new piece of kit that just surfaced at the FCC today. Simply entitled “Print” (or “Happy Print,” as the documentation occasionally states), the (presumed) printer will support 802.11b/g/n WiFi transfers, though there’s a USB option for those who prefer the tethered route. We also get the feeling it can be powered via an included battery pack, enabling IRL Instagrams to be printed out right there on location. There’s no user guide to speak of, so further functionality is apt to be kept under wraps until its official reveal. If we had to guess, we’d say that day is coming soon rather than later.

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Source: FCC

If funding is successful, you’ll be able to wave hello to Edison Junior’s DoorBot — an app-enabled, WiFi-connected video doorbell. Sure, it’s not exactly the first time we’ve seen such an idea, but the “weather-resistant,” aluminium enclosure makes it one of the best looking concepts we’ve seen. Better yet, the system is set to work in unison with the Lockitron (a smartphone-controlled keyless door lock that was recently crowd-funded, albeit still yet to ship) allowing you to let welcome visitors inside your abode at the tap of your iOS or Android Device’s app screen.

The DoorBot installs with four screws, but it’ll have you running through four AA batteries once a year for power (which, based on the video, seem easily removable by strangers, unfortunately). There’s no word on the quality of the camera onboard, however, it’s infared-equipped, so you’ll be able to see who’s there at night. Lastly, the actual doorbell button is wrapped with an LED light, and, as you’d expect, it alerts you via the app when pressed to see and speak with whomever is at the door.

In total, Edison Junior hopes to raise a lofty $250,000 to make the DoorBot more than a concept video, with 45 days to reach the goal. If you’re willing to take the gamble as backer, $169 is what’ll cost to secure a pre-order, and $319 snags you one bundled with the Lockitron. We’re told that we’ll see a working prototype in the flesh at CES, but until then, you can catch the full sales pitch at the source link and video demo after the break.

Continue reading DoorBot lets you see and talk with who’s at the door from the comfort of your smartphone (video)

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Source: Edison Junior (Christie Street)

EnGenius has launched its new wireless bridge and access point, the ENS200 Bridge/AP. The ENS200 is designed for outdoor use, and supports speeds up to a nice 150Mbps. You can grab one now for building-to-building brige connections from an EnGenius-authorized distributor or a reseller for the modest sum of $69.99.

The ENS200 is aimed at business users, and has 400mW transmit power while offering up to to 150Mbps transfer speeds. It offers a 2.4GHz 802.11b/g/n bridge connection/access point, and supports WPA and WPA2 encryption to keep data safe. In addition, it supports hidden SSID, MAC filtering, and 802.1x RADIUS authentication.

The device itself is rugged, made specifically to withstand “harsh weather conditions.” It’s housing is UV inhibited and IP65 waterproof, which is rated at protecting against water jet-equivalent streams of water, meaning that it can handle exposure to rain and water from downspouts. Its antenna is a dual-polarity 8dBi directional unit.

According to its product page, the ENS200 can be configured as a wireless distribution system, access point, WDS station, and WDS bridge. It can be utilized by RV parks and marinas, for example; anywhere that needs widespread wireless coverage outdoors or across large areas. The bridge/AP includes a mast strap and a power-over-Ethernet injector/adapter.

EnGenius releases ENS200 long-range Wi-Fi bridge for outdoor use is written by Brittany Hillen & originally posted on SlashGear.
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