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ViewSonic Announces New HD Media Player
Wed Nov 04, 2009 at 01:00 PM ETTags: Viewsonic, Industry Trends, Product Announcements (all tags)
The ViewSonic VMP70 is the latest media player from Viewsonic, a company better known for their monitors and projectors. Based on the specs though, they might have been better off sticking to what they know.
The VMP70 is a high definition media player, and much like other similar media players, it plays a variety of media formats at a 1080p resolution. The VMP70 shows photos, plays a pretty strong range of video and audio formats, and even offers a pair of USB ports. What it doesn’t do is network.
Coming soon at an estimated $99, ViewSonic’s media player may be a case of too little, too late. It supports a wide range of video formats, including Divx, Xvid, WMV, H.264, MKV, and Real Media. Viewsonic’s official website states “and more”, though there’s no clue as to what those additional formats are.
From an audio standpoint, the VMP70 is decent. It’ll play back WMA and MP3 files, as well as OGG and ACC. Disappointingly, there’s no mention of FLAC.
ViewSonic’s VMP70 offers HDMI and component output, as well as composite and SPDIF outs. A pair of USB ports sits on the back for attachment of various storage devices. Unfortunately for ViewSonic, the lack of network capability makes this a much less desirable device.
Source: ViewSonic
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ViewSonic Announces New HD Media Player
Wed Nov 04, 2009 at 01:00 PM ETTags: Viewsonic, Industry Trends, Product Announcements (all tags)
The ViewSonic VMP70 is the latest media player from Viewsonic, a company better known for their monitors and projectors. Based on the specs though, they might have been better off sticking to what they know.
The VMP70 is a high definition media player, and much like other similar media players, it plays a variety of media formats at a 1080p resolution. The VMP70 shows photos, plays a pretty strong range of video and audio formats, and even offers a pair of USB ports. What it doesn’t do is network.
Coming soon at an estimated $99, ViewSonic’s media player may be a case of too little, too late. It supports a wide range of video formats, including Divx, Xvid, WMV, H.264, MKV, and Real Media. Viewsonic’s official website states “and more”, though there’s no clue as to what those additional formats are.
From an audio standpoint, the VMP70 is decent. It’ll play back WMA and MP3 files, as well as OGG and ACC. Disappointingly, there’s no mention of FLAC.
ViewSonic’s VMP70 offers HDMI and component output, as well as composite and SPDIF outs. A pair of USB ports sits on the back for attachment of various storage devices. Unfortunately for ViewSonic, the lack of network capability makes this a much less desirable device.
Source: ViewSonic
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Viewsonic Announces Six New LCDs
Wed Sep 16, 2009 at 01:00 PM ETTags: Viewsonic, Product Announcements (all tags)
Specializing in TVs for the budget conscious consumer, Viewsonic has revealed new LCD displays, ranging from twenty inches to forty-two.
At the top of the line is Viewsonic’s N4285, a 42” 1080p display with a dynamic contrast ratio of 10,000:1. Launching in October, this TV is not only ecologically friendly, but economically friendly too, with a sale price of $999.
A step down in size are the VT3245 and VT3745. Measuring 32” and 37” respectively, these LCDs still offer a 1080p picture, SRS TruSurround XT and 3D video processing. The VT3245 will sell for $649 while the VG3745 has an MSRP of $799.
Finishing up the line, and designed to be functional as either a computer monitor or HDTV, the 20” VT2042, 23” VT2342 and 26” VT2642 feature 10,000:1 contrast ratios, a 5ms response time and high resolutions. Prices on the smaller models range from $299 up to $449.
Source: Press Release
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Viewsonic Announces Six New LCDs
Wed Sep 16, 2009 at 01:00 PM ETTags: Viewsonic, Product Announcements (all tags)
Specializing in TVs for the budget conscious consumer, Viewsonic has revealed new LCD displays, ranging from twenty inches to forty-two.
At the top of the line is Viewsonic’s N4285, a 42” 1080p display with a dynamic contrast ratio of 10,000:1. Launching in October, this TV is not only ecologically friendly, but economically friendly too, with a sale price of $999.
A step down in size are the VT3245 and VT3745. Measuring 32” and 37” respectively, these LCDs still offer a 1080p picture, SRS TruSurround XT and 3D video processing. The VT3245 will sell for $649 while the VG3745 has an MSRP of $799.
Finishing up the line, and designed to be functional as either a computer monitor or HDTV, the 20” VT2042, 23” VT2342 and 26” VT2642 feature 10,000:1 contrast ratios, a 5ms response time and high resolutions. Prices on the smaller models range from $299 up to $449.
Source: Press Release
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ViewSonic to Leverage SRS TruSurround XT In 16-Inch and 24-Inch 2009 HDTVs
Thu Jul 23, 2009 at 12:00 PM ETTags: Viewsonic, Industry Trends (all tags)
In a strategic relationship formed yesterday, Viewsonic and SRS Labs will be working together to incorporate SRS TruSurround XT technology into Viewsonic’s upcoming displays.
With TruSurround processing, users will have the sensation of listening to a surround sound system using only the speakers built in to the television. A clear deep bass sound and clearly defined highs, TruSurround pushes the limit of what an out of the box display can sound like.
This technology will be integrated first into Viewsonic’s 16 and 24 inch flat panel LCDs, and additional models are expected be announced. Said Gene Ornstead, Viewsonic’s director of business development, “We are excited about working with SRS Labs and look forward to integrating their innovative sound solutions in more ViewSonic products across the board.”
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