The 240hz capable LH90 features LED backlighting with local dimming for precise picture control and a 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio.The integrated THX Movie Mode is designed to optimize the color, black levels and signal processing.
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Thursday, July 30, 2009
LG's latest LCD HDTV LH90
LG has recently announced its latest HDTV with the model LG LH90 LCD HDTV.The 240hz capable LH90 features LED backlighting with local dimming for precise picture control and a 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio.The integrated THX Movie Mode is designed to optimize the color, black levels and signal processing.The HDTV also has THX Movie Mode, which allows owners auto-adjustments for black levels, colors and signal.This
series has three models in size a 42-inch screen for $1,900, a 47-inch variant for $2,400 and a 55-inch model for $3,200.
series has three models in size a 42-inch screen for $1,900, a 47-inch variant for $2,400 and a 55-inch model for $3,200.
Video: Humanoid Robot ribbon-cutting ceremony
Iowa State University has developed their own humanoid robot to perform procedural learning
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Iowa State University has developed a learning robot
Iowa State University has developed their own humanoid robot to perform procedural learning. Though the robot lacks a lower body and is therefore unable to move around on its own, it has two (rather large) Barrett Whole Arm Manipulators for arms, and a custom-designed head with stereo vision capable of simple emotional expression. Its three-fingered hands are flexible enough to perform a variety of grasping motions, using fingers 1 and 3 as opposable thumbs when necessary.
The philosophy behind the research is to teach the robot the properties of its surroundings similar to the way a child or animal learns during early development, through direct experience. The robot has already learned to identify objects from the sounds they make when being touched, pushed, held, and shaken.
The robot used a pair of scissors to cut the ceremonial ribbon for the opening of Iowa State University’s Electrical and Computer Engineering building, where the robot makes its home in the Developmental Robotics Lab. Izaak Moody, an undergraduate in the College of Art and Design, is responsible for designing the robot’s friendly head, and has created some nice rendered animations showing the robot’s emotional range. The previously posted robot Archie from the Universities of Manitoba and Vienna could learn a lot from this. Videos and media after the break.
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The philosophy behind the research is to teach the robot the properties of its surroundings similar to the way a child or animal learns during early development, through direct experience. The robot has already learned to identify objects from the sounds they make when being touched, pushed, held, and shaken.
The robot used a pair of scissors to cut the ceremonial ribbon for the opening of Iowa State University’s Electrical and Computer Engineering building, where the robot makes its home in the Developmental Robotics Lab. Izaak Moody, an undergraduate in the College of Art and Design, is responsible for designing the robot’s friendly head, and has created some nice rendered animations showing the robot’s emotional range. The previously posted robot Archie from the Universities of Manitoba and Vienna could learn a lot from this. Videos and media after the break.
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Video:The LG LH50 Series first look
The LG LH50 Series is a Full 1080p LCD HDTV series from LG's 2009 lineup. It uses a slightly different method of delivering 200Hz than its competitors.The LH50 Series includes four HDMI inputs and a USB port for access to digital music and photos.
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LG's first HDTV series is LH50 Series
The LG LH50 Series is a Full 1080p LCD HDTV series from LG's 2009 lineup. It uses a slightly different method of delivering 200Hz than its competitors. Rather than insert frames to create smoother motion, it uses backlight control to insert black frames instead. The result is great but on-par with its competitors rather than a point to set them apart.At a
native resolution of 1920x1080 it handles 1080p images beautifully and without any visual aberrations and the design and sound quality from the speakers is superb.The LH50 Series is an upgrade to the LH40 series and although both series include a 120Hz refresh rate, the LH50 series is LG's first HDTV series to feature ethernet connectivity which the LH40 series lacks.The LH50 Series includes four HDMI inputs and a USB port for access to digital music and photos. It also has LG's Smart Energy Saving Plus design and an intelligent room lighting sensor for higher energy conservation.The LH50 can also connect to external devices through a USB 2.0 connection for playing MP3 music and showing JPEG images, though for HD viewing the device is equipped with four HDMI 1.3 ports.
The LH50 costs a good couple hundred more than its non-Web-enabled cousin in the company's line--easily enough to buy an external Netflix device and then some. Its performance wasn't as good as some of the better LCDs we've tested, albeit still decent enough to pass most viewers' muster, especially in terms of color accuracy. For fans of Internet video who don't want one more box, however, those issues might be worth the sacrifice for the LG LH50, which for now is the most well-featured Interactive HDTV available.The
LH50 series will be released in 47 and 42-inch sizes, though only the 47LH50 47-inch version is currently available at an MSRP of $1,999. LG says to expect the 42-inch version to hit in late summer 2009
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native resolution of 1920x1080 it handles 1080p images beautifully and without any visual aberrations and the design and sound quality from the speakers is superb.The LH50 Series is an upgrade to the LH40 series and although both series include a 120Hz refresh rate, the LH50 series is LG's first HDTV series to feature ethernet connectivity which the LH40 series lacks.The LH50 Series includes four HDMI inputs and a USB port for access to digital music and photos. It also has LG's Smart Energy Saving Plus design and an intelligent room lighting sensor for higher energy conservation.The LH50 can also connect to external devices through a USB 2.0 connection for playing MP3 music and showing JPEG images, though for HD viewing the device is equipped with four HDMI 1.3 ports.
The LH50 costs a good couple hundred more than its non-Web-enabled cousin in the company's line--easily enough to buy an external Netflix device and then some. Its performance wasn't as good as some of the better LCDs we've tested, albeit still decent enough to pass most viewers' muster, especially in terms of color accuracy. For fans of Internet video who don't want one more box, however, those issues might be worth the sacrifice for the LG LH50, which for now is the most well-featured Interactive HDTV available.The
LH50 series will be released in 47 and 42-inch sizes, though only the 47LH50 47-inch version is currently available at an MSRP of $1,999. LG says to expect the 42-inch version to hit in late summer 2009
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Toshiba includes 3.5-inch External HDD
Toshiba’s first foray into the world of large-form-factor external hard drives “Toshiba 3.5-inch External HDD.” That said, the product itself looks nice. Good looking, shock-resistant, though at $160 for a terabyte, a little bit pricey.
It’s features USB 2.0 and eSATA interfaces, and has an AC adaptor for power. It’s a 5400RPM drive, which is a little disappointing.The presser says it's available now, but we've been looking and have yet to find it on Toshiba's retail site or other online retailers like Amazon. When it does show its face, expect it to cost $130 for the 640GB model and $160 for a cool 1TB.
Features
General:
* Device Type Hard drive - External hard drive
* Width 3.5 in
* Depth 5.6 in
* Height 0.9 in
* Weight 9 oz
Hard Drive:
* Capacity 160 GB
* Interface Type Hi-Speed USB
Power:
* External Hard Drive Power Source USB bus
Software / System Requirements:
* Software type NTI Shadow
* Min Operating system Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP, Apple MacOS X 10.3.9 or later
Miscellaneous:
* Cables Included 1 x USB cable - 4 ft
* Windows Vista Readiness Works with Windows Vista
Manufacturer Warranty:
* Service & support type 1 year warranty
* Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
It’s features USB 2.0 and eSATA interfaces, and has an AC adaptor for power. It’s a 5400RPM drive, which is a little disappointing.The presser says it's available now, but we've been looking and have yet to find it on Toshiba's retail site or other online retailers like Amazon. When it does show its face, expect it to cost $130 for the 640GB model and $160 for a cool 1TB.
Features
General:
* Device Type Hard drive - External hard drive
* Width 3.5 in
* Depth 5.6 in
* Height 0.9 in
* Weight 9 oz
Hard Drive:
* Capacity 160 GB
* Interface Type Hi-Speed USB
Power:
* External Hard Drive Power Source USB bus
Software / System Requirements:
* Software type NTI Shadow
* Min Operating system Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP, Apple MacOS X 10.3.9 or later
Miscellaneous:
* Cables Included 1 x USB cable - 4 ft
* Windows Vista Readiness Works with Windows Vista
Manufacturer Warranty:
* Service & support type 1 year warranty
* Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
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