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Techs pace Japan gains
January 5, 2006SINGAPORE (Reuters) -- Japanese shares reached their highest level in more than five years on Thursday as investors snapped up Asian tech stocks such as Sony Corp, and the weak dollar languished near a two month low against the euro.
Matsushita shows 103-inch plasma
January 5, 2006TOKYO (Reuters) - Matsushita Electric Industrial, the maker of Panasonic products, said Thursday it has developed a prototype of a 103-inch plasma display panel, the world's largest such screen.
Toshiba to sell HD DVD players in U.S
January 5, 2006TOKYO - Japanese electronics maker Toshiba Corp. said Thursday it will start selling high-definition players that support its HD DVD format in the United States in March - the first commercial launch of the next-generation product in the world.
Matsushita unveils record 103-inch plasma TV
January 5, 2006TOKYO, Jan 5 (Reuters) - Matsushita Electric Industrial (6752.T: Quote, Profile, Research), the maker of Panasonic products, said on Thursday it had developed a prototype of a 103-inch plasma display panel, the world's largest plasma screen.
Tom Hanks pitches for Sony at CES
January 5, 2006InformationTechnology Video: We have a seven-minute clip from Sony's CES keynote featuring CEO Howard Stringer, Tom Hanks, Ron Howard and Brian Grazer (The DaVinci Code team). Hanks keeps it ...
Nintendo says some 13 million DS systems sold worldwide
January 5, 2006BERLIN (AP) - Nintendo Co. said Thursday it has sold about 13 million of its Nintendo DS handheld game systems worldwide, updating figures released two days earlier.
Japanese Stocks May Slip, Paced by Commodity Shares; Advantest May Gain
January 5, 20066 (Bloomberg) -- Japanese stocks may slip for the first day in three. Commodity producers such as Inpex Corp. and Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. may drop after the prices of oil, gold and copper declined.
Ebeling Group Creates Virtual Car Demo for Nissan and Japan Auto Show
January 5, 2006The Ebeling Group, in association with The M Company, has produced a two-and-a-half minute animated promotional film for "Pivo," Nissan's latest concept electronic car.
Massacre-exposing Japanese author mourned in China
January 5, 2006' border='0'>A resident of Nanjing, capital city of east China's Jiangsu Province, presents flower to the photo of Azuma Shiro, in Nanjing, Jan. 4, 2005.
Toshiba to Sell HD DVD Players in U.S
January 5, 2006TOKYO -- Japanese electronics maker Toshiba Corp. said Thursday it will start selling high-definition players supporting its HD DVD format in the United States in March -- the first commercial launch of the product in the world.
Japanese Execs Upbeat at New Year's Party
January 5, 2006TOKYO -- Hopes were high for Japan's economic resurgence at a New Year's party for corporate executives Thursday at a time when profits are rebounding, consumers are spending and stock prices are at five-year highs.
FOREX-Dollar bounces from 2-day slide vs euro, yen
January 5, 2006News FOREX-Dollar bounces from 2-day slide vs euro, yen LONDON, Jan 5 (Reuters) The dollar gained ground against the euro and the yen on Thursday after a two-day slide driven by growing ...
Alcoa Wheels on Honda Ridgeline, Motor Trend 2006 Truck of the Year
January 5, 2006NYSE:CBE) today announced the appointment of Gary A. Masse as group president, Cooper Tools & Hardware.
Japan to reconsider PM's trip to Israel
January 5, 2006Japan will reconsider its prime minister's planned trip to the Middle East scheduled to begin Saturday, a top government spokesman said Thursday, as Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon suffered a massive stroke Wednesday.
India's food certification accepted by Australia, Japan
January 5, 2006Extract not available.
Japan lab may have induced mad cow infection
January 5, 2006TOKYO - Japanese scientists say they may have successfully infected cattle with mad cow disease as part of an experiment aimed at an early detection for the fatal bovine illness, a laboratory official said Thursday.
AMC Kabuki 8: The Community's Stage in Japantown
January 5, 2006AMC Kabuki 8: The Community's Stage in Japantown The AMC Kabuki 8 theater in San Francisco Japantown is up for sale. For almost two decades, it has served not only as a place to watch movies, but also as a community meeting grounds.
Japanese veteran who exposed Nanjing Massacre mourned by Chinese
January 5, 2006Many Chinese on Wednesday mourned the death for Japanese veteran Shiro Azuma, saying that it was a loss for those who safeguard friendly ties between China and Japan.
CES: Hitachi DVD camcorders work with Macs
January 5, 2006Hitachi America Ltd. on Thursday rolled out four new UltraVision DVD camcorders. The devices use recordable DVD media in place of tapes, and also write to Secure Digital (SD) cards for digital stills.
Nintendo: 13M DS Systems Have Been Sold
January 5, 2006BERLIN -- Nintendo Co. said Thursday it has sold about 13 million of its Nintendo DS handheld game systems worldwide, updating figures released two days earlier.
Ohio makes pitch for Toyota plant
January 5, 2006Ohio is trying to lure Toyota engine and assembly plants to the state with the offer of free land -- including sites in the Dayton area -- and $30 million in grants.
Takeda sells stake in vitamin JV to BASF
January 5, 2006TOKYO, Jan 5 (Reuters) - Top Japanese drug maker Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd. (
Taking on Toyota
January 5, 2006By Paul Gover 06jan06 THE battle at the top of Australian motoring will take on a new intensity in 2006 as Holden and Toyota launch critical new vehicles.
CES: Nintendo puts Game Boy in autos with Visteon
January 5, 2006Nintendo Co. Ltd. has licensed its Game Boy Advance technology to automotive electronics supplier Visteon Corp.
Sony chief sets out his group's new strategy
January 5, 2006No other content company has such a complete understanding of technology and no other technology company has Sony's insight into content,' he said.'Content and technology are strange bedfellows but we are joined together,' he added. '
Sony CEO says move to HD will be watershed
January 5, 2006LAS VEGAS (Reuters) - Sony Corp. Chief Executive Howard Stringer said on Thursday he expects the transition to high-definition television and video will be a watershed, surpassing even the move to colour TV from black-and-white. '
Sony CEO trots out the stars for CES keynote
January 5, 2006But it would have taken all the skills of Brown's Bible-sleuthing protagonist (which Hanks will play in the upcoming movie version) to find any new product news in the speech.
Sony's New Car Stereos Offer MP3 Player, Downloaded Music, Satellite Radio
January 5, 2006January 5, 2006 | 12:09 PM No matter your technology preferences or budget, Sony's 2006 line of Xplod audio products offer several options for getting music into your car.
Sony CEO says move to HD will be watershed
January 5, 2006LAS VEGAS (Reuters) - Sony Corp. Chief Executive Howard Stringer said on Thursday he expects the transition to high-definition television and video will be a watershed, surpassing even the move to color TV from black-and-white. '
Toshiba Drives Auto 'Infotainment' with New 40GB HDD
January 5, 2006This fifth-generation automotive HDD features increased storage capacity, as well as an expanded temperature specification range of -30 degrees to 85 degrees Celsius.
CES 2006: Sony takes on the printed word
January 5, 2006Flip open the cover to a screen that displays one page at a time using electronic-ink technology. You turn pages by pressing a button and you can enlarge your text up to 200 percent.
Toshiba to Sell HD DVD Players in U.S
January 5, 2006By KOZO MIZOGUCHI TOKYO (AP) -- Japanese electronics maker Toshiba Corp.
Takeda Pharmaceuticals sells JV vitamin stake to BASF Japan
January 5, 2006Takeda Pharmaceuticals sells JV vitamin stake to BASF JapanLast Update: 1/5/2006 07:32:16 AM TOKYO (MarketWatch) -- Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. (
Toshiba to Sell HD DVD Players in U.S
January 5, 2006TOKYO -- Japanese electronics maker Toshiba Corp. said Thursday it will start selling high-definition players that support its HD DVD format in the United States in March _ the first commercial launch of the next-generation product in the world.
Tuna fetches 3.8 mil. yen in year's 1st auction at Tokyo fish market
January 5, 2006-†Tuna fetches 3.8 mil. yen in year's 1st auction at Tokyo fish market TOKYO, Jan.
Mitsubishi on the beach
January 5, 2006Extract not available.
Toshiba to market next-generation DVD players ahead of rivals
January 5, 2006-†Toshiba to market next-generation DVD players ahead of rivals LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Jan. 4 KYODO Toshiba to market next-generation DVD players ahead of rivals Toshiba Corp. said Dec.
Japan's new vehicle sales fall for 2nd straight year in 2005
January 5, 2006-† Japan's new vehicle sales fall for 2nd straight year in 2005 TOKYO, Jan.
Sony Reader aims to turn a new page for e-books
January 5, 2006Promising paper-like legibility, the Sony Reader e-book device is the size of a paperback, viewing proprietary and Adobe Acrobat formats in 4 grey scales on its 6-inch display.
Takeda sells stake in vitamin bulk firm to BASF Japan
January 5, 2006-†Takeda sells stake in vitamin bulk firm to BASF Japan TOKYO, Jan. 5 KYODO Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. said Thursday it transferred to BASF Japan Ltd. the previous day all of its 34 percent interest in BASF Takeda Vitamin K.K.,
Winter cold wave may add 660 bil. yen to Japan's GDP
January 5, 2006-†Winter cold wave may add 660 bil. yen to Japan's GDP TOKYO, Jan.
Top Japan executives upbeat on economy
January 5, 2006Top Japan executives upbeat on economyLast Update: 1/5/2006 07:30:21 AM (Updates to add comments from company executives.)
BASF buys out Takeda stake in vitamin JV
January 5, 2006Takeda has owned a minority 34 per cent of the sales and marketing joint venture that was set up in January 2001 when the drug company began its exit from the vitamins market.
Kaneka completes CoQ10 expansion in Japan
January 5, 2006The firm has added capacity of 30 tons at its plant in Taksago, Japan, giving it an annual production capacity of 180 metric tons.
Japan whaling resumes
January 5, 2006JAPAN has resumed whaling operations in sub-Antarctic waters, ending a 10-day break in which no whales were caught. The Japanese fleet is being shadowed by the Greenpeace vessels Esperanza and Arctic Sunrise.
Toshiba to Sell HD DVD Players in U.S
January 5, 2006TOKYO Jan 5, 2006 - Japanese electronics maker Toshiba Corp.
Sescoi Japan Celebrates 10th Anniversary
January 5, 2006Back in October 1995, Sescoi opened its Japanese subsidiary in the Minato-ku district of Tokyo in order to be closer to existing and potential customers in Japan and nearby market territories.
Japanese prime minister defends war shrine visits
January 5, 2006TOKYO: Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi on Wednesday hit back at criticism from Asian neighbors over his controversial visits to a Tokyo war shrine, urging China and South Korea to reopen dialogue. "
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Fuji Blu-ray, HD DVD Media Soon
January 5, 2006Fuji Blu-ray, HD DVD Media Soon Techtree News Staff Jan 5, 2006 Fuji Photo Film USA, has announced that Fujifilm-branded Blu-ray and HD DVD media will be available mid-2006.
Japanese set record for shrine visits
January 5, 2006Date: Thursday, January 05, 2006 5:05:39 AM EST TOKYO, Jan. 5 (UPI) -- A record number of Japanese -- 93.73 million -- visited shrines and temples in the first three days of the year, a police report showed Thursday.
Toshiba unveils HD-DVD players at CES
January 5, 2006First next-generation DVD players finally arrive Toshiba has unveiled the first group of high-definition DVD players and computers that use the HD-DVD standard at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
Japanese urged to 'breed like dogs'
January 5, 2006IN a sign of rising despair over the country's dwindling birth rate, Japan's Prime Minister has suggested that his people should take their cue from the canine world and breed larger litters of offspring in the Year of the Dog.
Koizumi defends war shrine visit
January 5, 2006Japan says we are open to discussions even if there are one or two disagreements. The rest is up to the other parties.
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. Reaches Settlement In Damage Lawsuit
January 5, 2006Extract not available.
General Motors, Honda, Hyundai report strong sales growth in China(Updated 05:25 p.m.)
January 5, 2006General Motors, Honda, Hyundai report strong sales growth in China(Updated 05:25 p.m.)2006/1/5SHANGHAI, China (AP) U.S. auto maker General Motors Corp.
Japanese Execs Upbeat at New Year's Party
January 5, 2006By CARL FREIRE TOKYO (AP) -- Hopes were high for Japan's economic resurgence at a New Year's party for corporate executives Thursday at a time when profits are rebounding, consumers are spending and stock prices are at five-year highs.
CES 2006: Sony highlights
January 5, 2006Just back from the Sony press conference and guess what - there's no press pack or images until tomorrow. So here goes with the highlights. * Loads of new TVs including 46inch Bravia LCD sets. All High def and many 1080p compatible. *
CES 2006: Fuji's four new digital cameras
January 5, 2006First up is the FinePix V10, with a 5 megapixel Super CCD HR sensor and 'Real Photo' technology to remove noise from your digital pictures and improve qulaity in low light sensitive areas. It also has a large, 3-inch LCD with 230,000 pixels.
CES 2006: Sony to debut Blu-ray player in early summer
January 5, 2006Sony also confirmed that it would have Blu-ray recorders for the PC at around the same time as well as the Vaio XL3 laptop which will feature an integrated Blu- : -
CES 2006: Sony to debut hard disk camcorder
January 5, 2006One of the big stories from Sony's CES presentation is that JVC is no longer going to have the hard disk camcorder market to itself. Sony has unveiled the SR100 Handycam, which comes with a 30 Gigabyte hard disk.
Sony Business Laptops BX194/BX195/BX196
January 5, 2006Business BX194/BX195/BX196 Display using: Flat View Threaded View Oldest to newest Newest to oldest Author Thread: Joined: 12 Jul 2004 Total Posts: 48 GuysHas anyone on here bought one of these new Sony laptops??
McKay splits with Sony after public spat
January 5, 2006Sony wanted to release a 16-song set lasting 48 minutes while McKay wanted a 23-song, 65-minute set.
Sony details Blu-ray plans, new product releases
January 5, 2006The company also provided a look at its broader 2006 electronics lineup. Sony's most anticipated high-definition product remains the PlayStation 3, which is still expected to be released this spring, at least in Japan.
Sony and Paramount Announce Blu-ray Disc Movie Titles
January 5, 2006Sony Pictures Home Entertainment and Paramount Pictures Home Entertainment just. -
Sony Settles Spyware Class Action Suit
January 5, 2006The settlement will likely be considered in a hearing set for January 6, 2005. Sony released a statement saying the company was pleased to have reached an agreement and looked forward to the court approval process.
Japanese Automakers Report Sales Increases
January 5, 2006A new Mercedes-Benz ML 350 is driven into a Mercerdes-Benz dealer in Tacoma, Wash., Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2006. DaimlerChrysler AG said Wednesday that for the year, the automaker's U.S.
CES: Sony names first Blu-ray Disc movie titles
January 5, 2006The announcement was made to coincide with the start of the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vega, where plans for the commercialization of the format are expected to be announced. '
U.S., Japan to Collaborate on Missile Defense System Full Story
January 5, 2006Extract not available.
Japanese Automakers Report Sales Increases
January 5, 2006A new Mercedes-Benz ML 350 is driven into a Mercerdes-Benz dealer in Tacoma, Wash., Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2006. DaimlerChrysler AG said Wednesday that for the year, the automaker's U.S.
Toshiba Announces Satellite A105 Notebook Series with New Styling
January 5, 2006Toshiba Announces Satellite A105 Notebook Series with New Styling Orange County - IRVINE -- Toshiba's Digital Products Division, a division of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.,
Japan's Nikkei hits 5-year high on tech shares
January 5, 2006Japan's Nikkei hits 5-year high on tech shares Reuters TOKYO - Japan's Nikkei average was on track to book its highest close in more than five years on Thursday, gaining 0.55 percent as shares in Sony Corp.
Japan whaling resumes
January 5, 2006JAPAN has resumed whaling operations in sub-Antarctic waters, ending a 10-day break in which no whales were caught. Greenpeace says it has spotted at least seven whale carcases aboard the processing ship Nisshan Maru.
Automakers post lower US sales, Toyota gains
January 5, 2006By Poornima Gupta DETROIT (Reuters) - U.S. automakers posted lower December sales on Wednesday, capping a tumultuous year in which Detroit's Big Three struggled to come to terms with changing consumer tastes prompted by high gas prices.
NEC Display Solutions Enhances AccuSync Line of Desktop LCDs
January 5, 2006Extract not available.
Japan plans to impart training in culture
January 5, 2006Japan plans to impart training in culture Web posted at: 1/5/2006 3:42:25 Source ::: The Peninsula Masahiko Horie, Japanese ambassador to Qatar, briefing the media at his residence yesterday.
Japan to reconsider PM's trip to Israel
January 5, 2006TOKYO, Jan.
Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-S600 Digital Camera Introduction
January 5, 2006Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-S600 Digital Camera Introduction Simple Star Announces New PhotoShow 4 DVD Add On Free Digital Imaging How-To Guides Digital Photography Articles Copyright @2003-2005 . All Rights Reserved. All Rights Reserved. - -
Japanese Automakers Report Sales Increases
January 5, 2006By DEE-ANN DURBIN DETROIT (AP) -- Chevrolet was the best-selling brand in the U.S. market in 2005, outpacing Ford for the first time in 19 years, General Motors Corp. said Wednesday. But that was where the good news ended for GM and other U.S.
Sony plans Blu-ray disc player in summer 2006
January 5, 2006LAS VEGAS (Reuters) - Sony Corp. (
India, Japan to start talks to bridge nuclear divide
January 5, 2006NEW DELHI: India and Japan agreed on Wednesday to launch talks on nuclear issues in a bid to resolve differences as New Delhi pushes its ambition to become the world's sixth atomic power and boost energy production.
Japan's PM Defends War Shrine Visits
January 5, 2006TOKYO Japan's prime minister criticized Chinese and South Korean leaders Wednesday for refusing to meet with him because of his visits to a shrine honoring Japanese war dead _ including convicted war criminals.
PM, Def Min to visit Japan
January 5, 2006The visit by the Defence Minister will be preceded by the next round of Comprehensive Security Dialogue and military-to-military talks.
Japan's Ambassador Mourns Maktoum
January 5, 2006Japan's Ambassador Mourns MaktoumJan 4, 2006 - 08:25 - Abu Dhabi, Jan.
Japan's 10-Year Government Bonds Advance, Pushing Yield to Three-Month Low
January 5, 20065 (Bloomberg) -- Japan's 10-year bonds rose, pushing yields to the lowest in three months. The yield on the 1.5 percent bond due December 2015 fell 2 basis points to 1.425 percent as of 1 p.m. at Japan Bond Trading Co.,
Japanese Automakers Report Sales Increases
January 5, 2006DETROIT Chevrolet was the best-selling brand in the U.S. market in 2005, outpacing Ford for the first time in 19 years, General Motors Corp. said Wednesday. But that was where the good news ended for GM and other U.S.
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-M2 Digital Camera Introduction
January 5, 2006Sony Cyber-shot DSC-M2 Digital Camera Introduction Advanced Technologies Put This Camera At The Top Of Its Class LAS VEGAS (CES Booth #14200), Jan.
Photos: Sony's coming lineup
January 5, 2006Sony's first high-definition Blu-ray DVD player for the international market, called the BDP-S1, which will be released this summer. :
Canon opens concept stores with fanfare
January 5, 2006RECENTLY Canon opened up two more concept stores, one in Mid Valley Megamall, Kuala Lumpur and the other in Gurney Plaza, Penang, following the success of its flagship store in Suria KLCC.
Japan's Nikkei trims morning gains, Softbank falls
January 5, 2006Extract not available.
Mitsubishi could buy stake in Chinese bank
January 5, 2006The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ Ltd Chairman Shigemitsu Miki (R) and the bank's President Nobuo Kuroyanagi cut a tape during the bank's opening ceremony at the bank's head office in Tokyo January 4, 2006.
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