Fujitsu Siemens Computers has launched the world’s first zero-watt monitor. The new Patent-pending zero-watt power save technology enabled Scenicview Eco monitors draw no power when not in use giving them the ability to save energy compared to standard monitors. According to Fujitsu Siemens, based on typical daily usage of 8 hours use and 16 hours standby throughout a year, the new monitor could save £6 per monitor per year. It is realy useful for business users looking to go green and save cash at the same time. The monitors offer up to 1680 x 1050 pixels resolution and a 5 millisecond response time as well as a HDMI interface for connecting HD devices. The 20-inch model is available now and its price is around £328. A 24-inch and 26-inch model will be available in September. (more…)

Elite Screens is introducing its Raptor projection screen, an electric floor-rising screen that conceals itself in a furniture cabinet. Showcased at CEDIA Expo 2008, the screen has a 16:9 aspect ratio. The motorized cross-rising system has variable height settings to accommodate different viewing environments. It also features Elite’s MaxWhite FG fiberglass-backed material for a flat surface in 1.1 gain. Each screen has a built-in 5-12V trigger for drop/rise synchronization with the projector’s power cycle along with IR/RF receivers for wireless operation. The screens are available in three sizes: 72, 84 and 100 inch. Both an RF remote and ZR800D IR universal learning remote are included. The ZR800D allows simultaneous screen operation with up to eight devices. The cabinet that houses the Raptor Screen is available in matte black or cherry wood finishes. The price of Raptor Screen is $3,999 and it is available in September. (more…)

Memorex launched a new line of portable hard drives available in 160GB, 250GB, and 320GB that are all powered by the USB port of a user’s computer. The line is called the Essential TravelDrive series and uses 2.5-inch drives inside a case designed to fit inside a purse or laptop bag. (more…)

Toshiba Europe Storage Device Division, the world leader in high performance hard disk drive (HDD) technology, has launched three new external and fully portable HDDs. The new drives will meet the performance requirements of today’s technology-savvy and style-conscious consumers. The new hard disk drives are highly ergonomic, sleek and ruggedised to withstand the demands of being constantly in transit. The products feature a 2.5 inch drive and fit into the palm of the hand. The new drives are compatible with both PCs and Macs, they are ideal for anyone needing to store and carry information and entertainment files. They are ideal for users with large volumes of video, picture and audio files that want to use that data wherever they are, whether that be with friends and family, when entertaining or for professional uses. (more…)

Creative has a new set of headphones called the Creative Fatal1ty USB Gaming Headset. These headphones connect to PC via USB and are powered by its X-Fi technology. The new headphone promises positional audio to help gamers tell whether an enemy is behind them or to the left or right from sound alone. Drivers for the headphones are 40mm neodymium and the mic features noise-cancelling technology. The headphones also feature a detachable mic and inline volume control. The ear cups of the headphones are enclosed and padded for comfort. The Creative Fatal1ty USB Gaming headset is available for $79.99. (more…)

The Novelquest Emperor is a fully rigged entertainment workstation system with three 19-inch LCD monitors (VGA, with vertical scanning frequencies at 56 ~ 75 Hz.), various communication devices, a powerful computer, and full-spectrum lights. It also features a smaller 7-inch touch screen which serves as the control center, a webcam, custom work lights, a well-configured computer, a HEPA air purification system, a 30 minute UPS and even limited motion allowing the whole thing to recline or rotate 360 degrees. Its price is about $39,950 for the Windows version, or $41,950 for the Mac. (more…)

Buffalo has announced the launch of its external BR-816SU2 and internal BR-816FBS 8x Blu-ray burners, both the devices are based on the Panasonic SW-5584 BD burner. The new models from Buffalo feature 8x recording for single layer Blu-ray recordable discs (BD-R) and 2x for dual layer BD-R, BD-RE and LTH BD-R media. The BR-816SU2 external Blu-ray burner comes with 8MB buffer memory. It weighs 50×164×281 mm and weighs 1.8 kg. On other hand the internal BR-816FBS burner measures 146× 1.1× 90mm and weighs 900g. (more…)