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Samsung’s 550 Series is a perfect  way to step up to Full HD 1080p resolution. A fast 5 ms response rate produces smooth-motion scenes for sports and action movies, and a dynamic contrast ratio of 30,000:1 makes for deep blacks and crisp lines (15,000:1 in 32-inch and 37-inch models).  Superb connectivity and networking  with a USB port and 3 HDMI 1.3 ports with Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) means these HDTVs play well with all of your other electronics. Easily enjoy MPEG and JPEG files stored on external devices by connecting through the side-mounted USB 2.0, turn your LCD into a full-scale home viewing gallery, or connect your MP3 player for a dynamic audio experience.

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Technical Details

What’s New?

• 30,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio: up from 15,000:1 on 2007 models (15,000 on 32-inch and 37-inch models)
• Fast 5ms response time: down from 8ms on 2007 models thanks to a new high-speed liquid crystal

My Review

          I bought this product 2 weeks ago and I have yet to see anything that is below expectation. Sound Quality is so good.Picture quality is best.Fast actions sequqences have no blur.Remote control is very user friendly.If you are looking for a HDTV look no further. This is the best money can buy.

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“in excess of 20 Windows Vista features and services are hard at work collecting and transmitting your personal data to the Redmond company. Microsoft makes no secret about the fact that Windows Vista is gathering information.”

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Google earned $803 million, about £407 million, in the United Kingdom in the first quarter. If you assume that rate won’t grow, that makes £1.6 billion for the year. And since Google’s British earnings are up 40 percent from a year ago, it is a safe bet it will grow.

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The Nüvi 660 is Garmin’s latest all-in-one sat-nav device, also known as a ‘Personal Travel Assistant’. Sitting at the top of the company’s range, the Nüvi 660 is special because it offers a larger-than-normal 4.3-inch touchscreen display (480×272 pixels, QVGA), integrated traffic capabilities, FM transmitter, and built-in Bluetooth. These new attributes are in addition to the GPS navigator, traveller’s reference, and digital entertainment features.

Specifications

• Storage: 2 GB internal storage media, preprogrammed with City Navigator® NT for street-level detail and addresses, plus listings of nearest restaurants, hotels, ATMs, etc., throughout the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. In Europe, the nüvi 660 comes with full Western European detailed street map coverage
• Routes: Automatically calculated with turn-by-turn instructions; custom road preference allows user to prioritize choice of back roads or major highways; automatic off-route recalculation shows how to get back on track if you miss a turn or exit; a detour function enables routing around traffic problems or road construction
• Voice: Navigation instructions and warnings; Text-to-speech (TTS) feature identifies turns by street name. Wireless FM transmitter sends voice prompts, MP3’s and audio books through your vehicle stereo.
• Traffic: Alerts for traffic, road construction and weather-related tie-ups. nüvi 660 uses data to suggest alternate routes before problems are encountered
• Waypoints: 500 with name and graphic symbol
• Trip computer: Resettable odometer, timers, average and maximum speeds
• Bluetooth® features: Bluetooth wireless technology allows hands-free calling capability when paired with your compatible phone. Just tap the screen to dial or answer a call, then speak into the nüvi 660’s built-in microphone. Voice dial available on phones that support voice tags and Bluetooth.
• MP3 Player
• Audio Book Player (for Audible.com media)
• JPEG Picture Viewer
• World Travel Clock With Time Zones
• Currency Converter
• Measurement Converter
• Calculator
• Card Game
• Travel Alarm Clock With Automatic Wake-up
• GPS Receiver: SiRF Star III high-sensitivity GPS receiver
• USB Connector
• Antenna: Flip up patch; MCX-type connector for optional external GPS antenna connection
• Size: 4.9”W x 2.9”H x 0.9”D (12.4 x 7.4 x 2.3 cm)
• Weight: 6.2 oz. (190 g)
• Display: 4.3 diagonal, 480 x 272 pixels; WQVGA TFT landscape display, with white back-light and touch screen
• Case: Not waterproof or IPX0
• Temp. range: 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C)
• Headphone jack: standard 3.5 mm
• Input: 12/24 Vdc
• Usage: 10w
• Battery life: 3 to 7 hours

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The good: The Garmin Nuvi 660 offers an accurate GPS receiver, text-to-speech functionality, and traffic capabilities. The versatile system also features a gorgeous display, integrated Bluetooth, travel tools, and multimedia functions

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If you’re both a coffee- and gadget-freak, this project by DIY’er Tim Hirzel will probably be a notably inspiring hack. By combining a fancy-pants Rancilio Silvia espresso machine, the multi-purpose Arduino micro-controller, a Wii nunchuk, and some seriously high-level hacking, Tim has created a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. The typically straight-up espresso maker is now controlled electronically, allowing integration of a calendar, sleep timer, wake-up alarm, and temperature regulation. The system also allows a user to time its functions (to get that perfect cup of espresso), and the nunchuk can be used to alter settings on the unit. Be sure and take a look at the video after the break to see this mod in action.

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