Sony Unveils 3 New Low and Middle-End DVD Cams
January 6, 2006Sony is continuing their aggressive push in DVD camcorders; however, they have not reduced the prices. The bottom-of-the-line DVD105 will sell for around $500. As expected on an introductory model, the features are sparse.
Sony Retreats from MiniDV Announcing Just 4 Models
January 6, 2006All models feature a more compact body than Sony MiniDV camcorders of prior years, and all will load MiniDV tapes from the side rather than the bottom.
Sony Announces Two New High-End DVD Cams
January 6, 2006Both models have an improved, sleeker design and the DVD405 includes a larger CCD and higher resolution still image capture.
Introducing the DCR-SR100: Sony's First HDD Cam
January 6, 2006The DCR-SR100, which will not be available until May 2006, offers 30GB of non-removable hard drive storage space, onto which seven hours of high quality video can be recorded.
Japan can burn 6.5 tons of plutonium a year under 'pluthermal' plan
January 6, 2006Extract not available.
Fest to show Japanese horror classics
January 6, 2006BERLIN: Berlin's film festival is to showcase next month nine classic Japanese horror films from the 1950s and 1960s by Japan's legendary director Nakagawa Nobuo, it was announced yesterday.
Sony DCR-DVD505
January 6, 2006The camcorder features a ClearVID CMOS chip, similar to last years (now discontinued) DCR-PC1000; however, the DCR-DVD505s CMOS is much bigger, and contains more pixels.
Sony DCR-DVD505 First Impressions Camcorder Review
January 6, 2006The camcorder features a ClearVID CMOS chip, similar to last years (now discontinued) DCR-PC1000; however, the DCR-DVD505s CMOS is much bigger, and contains more pixels.
Sony Aims to Harness Demands of Content, Technology
January 6, 2006LAS VEGAS-Sony Corp. wants to rewrite the eBook on IT history.
Update: Toshiba Announces Laptop HD DVDs, Micro Drives
January 6, 2006Toshiba today showed off the first HD DVD laptop. The laptop -- the high-end Qosmio -- has always been an AV powerhouse, and now users will be able to enjoy HD content anywhere they are.
Federal judge gives tentative approval to Sony BMG settlement
January 6, 2006NEW YORK (AP) - A judge Friday tentatively approved a proposed settlement of lawsuits against Sony BMG Music Entertainment that would give millions of consumers free music downloads to compensate them for flawed software on CDs. U.S.
Islamabad, Tokyo to enhance cooperation on disarmament
January 6, 2006ISLAMABAD, Jan 5: Pakistan and Japan on Thursday agreed to enhance bilateral security dialogue in talks between their foreign ministers when Tokyo also announced an additional $55 million package to help Pakistan's post-earthquake reconstruction. "
Three little piggies: Canon ZR500, ZR600, and ZR700
January 6, 2006One of the more entertaining pleasures of a show like this year's CES in Las Vegas is to see how manufacturers, like mating peacocks, try to strut their stuff on the show floor and dominate their fellow exhibitors.
Toyota Vice Chairman:Expect Japan Econ Growth 2%-3% This Year
January 6, 2006Cho added that the key factor will be whether Japan's regional economies, which are still struggling, will be able to recover. : %-%
Honda Motor China Sales Up 19.1% To 255,500 Cars In 2005
January 6, 2006BEIJING -(Dow Jones)- Japanese carmaker Honda Motor Co.'s (HMC) car sales in China rose 19.1% to 255,500 units in 2005, a company official said Thursday.
Fujitsu fi-5220C Workgroup Image Scanner
January 6, 2006Fujitsu fi-5220C Workgroup Image Scanner Fri: 01.06.06 3:36P BY: With a 3-CCD image sensor and a ferocious appetite of 50 pages per minute, the Fujitsu fi-5220C easily fits the bill for any job that calls for high volume scanning in A4 size.
Honda To Unveil Successor To NSX Sports Car In 2008 -Kyodo
January 6, 2006TOKYO -(Dow Jones)- Honda Motor Co. (
Japan's trading problems persist
January 6, 2006Extract not available.
Demolition begins on Japanese earthquake scandal apartment building
January 6, 2006Extract not available.
GE, Shaw, Mitsubishi, Toshiba Bid for Nuclear-Reactor Builder Westinghouse
January 6, 20066 (Bloomberg) -- General Electric Co. and Shaw Group Inc. of the U.S. and Japan's Toshiba Corp. and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. are the four final bidders to buy the nuclear power-plant builder Westinghouse Electric.
Sony cool - Sanyo less so
January 6, 2006In the week of the CES in Las Vegas, a new consumer survey by BrandBarometer in conjunction with Allyson Stewart-Allen makes good and grim reading for a number of the world's most famous electronics brands.
Koizumi to visit Turkey on Monday
January 6, 2006-†Koizumi to visit Turkey on Monday TOKYO, Jan.
Japanese police question U.S. sailor over Yokosuka murder
January 6, 2006-† Japanese police question U.S. sailor over Yokosuka murder YOKOHAMA, Jan. 6 KYODO Kelly apologizes over death of Japanese woman in Yokosuka Rear Adm. James Kelly (L), commander of the U.S. Naval Forces Japan, apologizes to Yokosuk...
CES 2006: Toshiba's drives get bigger - and smaller
January 6, 2006Everyone's going perpendicular!
Japan, U.S. to hold realignment talks in Washington next week
January 6, 2006-† Japan, U.S. to hold realignment talks in Washington next week TOKYO, Jan. 6 KYODO Japan and the United States plan to hold senior working-level talks next Wednesday and Thursday in Washington on the realignment of the U.S.
Sony's four new VAIO ranges
January 6, 2006It's not surprising that Sony got voted the coolest technology brand around (poor old Sanyo) - when they come up with a new range of laptops that look this hot, it's safe to say they deserve the praise.
Canon's Widescreen camcorders
January 6, 2006Since everything else has gone widescreen it seems only right that camcorders follow suit. Canon's gone for it in a big way, with 6 new camcorders arriving at once. The MV900 series (left) and MV890 are designed with simplicity in mind.
Judge tentatively OKs Sony BMG settlement
January 6, 2006The settlement pertained to lawsuits alleging that the vulnerabilities were created by MediaMax software or with extended copy protection or XCP software.
Sides to boost cooperation in energy, IT sectors; Japan seeks strategic economic ties with India
January 6, 2006NEW DELHI (AP): Japan and India agreed Wednesday to expand cooperation in areas ranging from energy to information technology as Tokyo sought to strengthen its ties with South Asia's emerging economic and diplomatic heavyweight. "
Japan cracks downon bid-rigging
January 6, 2006Extract not available.
Toshiba switched on as new era of DVD players beckons
January 6, 2006The move, which will see HD DVD-format players sold initially in stores in the United States, marks the first commercial launch of the product in the world.
Japan to give Pakistan $100 mn
January 6, 2006Japan will give a loan worth $100 million to Pakistan for earthquake rehabilitation and reconstruction and a grant of $270,000 for human resource development.
Mitsubishi ahead in Westinghouse bid?
January 6, 2006Mitsubishi ahead in Westinghouse bid? Report: Japanese firm now leads field of four in $2.5B takeover of nuclear plant technology company. January 6, 2006: 9:03 AM EST NEW YORK - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd.
Sharp and Canon flex muscles with expansion plans
January 6, 2006By Nathan Layne TOKYO (Reuters) - Sharp Corp. and Canon Inc. both unveiled plans on Friday to boost output for their core products, underscoring strong sales and growing confidence at two of Japan's top technology companies.
US 'shocked' by Japanese woman's murder
January 6, 2006The United States's ambassador to Japan says his country is shocked by the murder of a Japanese woman, allegedly by a US serviceman. A 56-year-old woman, Yoshie Sato, was bashed to death in an apparent robbery on Tuesday morning.
Target Photo Center - Sponsored Link
January 6, 2006Ad - Upload, share and store your travel photos online. Order prints online and pick them up at your local Target store.
CEO says Sony trying to balance demands of consumers, artists
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Review posted for Canon PowerShot A410
January 6, 2006Canon PowerShot A410 Digital Camera Review, Information, Jan.
CES: Hitachi debut DVD camcorders
January 6, 2006Hitachi 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. :
Sony's New Vaios Are Winners
January 6, 2006Sony is one of the industry leaders in packing the latest technology into small frames. The Sony VAIO SZ series, part of the dual-core brigade, will replace the 13.3-inch wide S Series.
Fujitsu LifeBook N6410
January 6, 2006Fujitsu has every intention of moving to the new Intel Centrino Duo technology, beginning with one of its best-selling LifeBook notebooks.
Japan Leaves Group on Security Council Expansion, Begins Talks With U.S
January 6, 20066 (Bloomberg) -- Japan has left an alliance formed with Brazil, India and Germany to seek permanent seats on the United Nations Security Council and begun talks with the U.S. on limited expansion of the panel, diplomats from the group said.
Update: Toshiba Announces Laptop HD DVDs, Hard Drives
January 6, 2006Toshiba today showed off the first HD DVD laptop. The laptop -- the high-end Qosmio -- has always been an AV powerhouse, and now users will be able to enjoy HD content anywhere they are.
U.S. sailor suspected of murder in Japan
January 6, 2006TOKYO The U.S. Navy has taken an American sailor into custody on suspicion of killing a Japanese woman earlier this week near Tokyo, the U.S. military said Friday. The Japanese police said they had questioned the suspect.
U.S. sailor suspected of murder in Japan
January 6, 2006TOKYO The U.S. Navy has taken an American sailor into custody on suspicion of killing a Japanese woman earlier this week near Tokyo, the U.S. military said Friday. The Japanese police said they had questioned the suspect.
U.S. sailor suspected in slaying in Japan
January 6, 2006TOKYO -- The U.S.
TB hospitalizations of homeless probed
January 6, 2006TB hospitalizations of homeless probed The health ministry is probing allegations of human rights abuse carried out through the forced hospitalization of homeless people under the Tuberculosis Control Law, the ministry said Thursday.
Tuna fetches 3.8 million yen at Tsukiji's first auction of '06
January 6, 2006Tuna fetches 3.8 million yen at Tsukiji's first auction of '06 A 191-kg bluefin tuna fetched 3.82 million yen in the first auction at Tokyo's Tsukiji fish market Thursday morning as wholesale food markets reopened for the new year across Japan.
U.S. serviceman reportedly admits killing woman
January 6, 2006serviceman reportedly admits killing woman YOKOHAMA (Kyodo) A U.S. serviceman has admitted he killed a 56-year-old Japanese woman Tuesday, sources said Thursday, citing investigations conducted by the U.S. forces in Japan.
Nikko Citigroup employee makes trading blunder
January 6, 2006Nikko Citigroup employee makes trading blunder A Nikko Citigroup Ltd. employee, investing for private purposes, mistakenly placed a buy order on the Tokyo Stock Exchange for 2,000 shares of Nippon Paper Group Inc.
Koizumi cancels visit to Israel, Palestinian areas
January 6, 2006Koizumi had planned to visit Israel, the Palestinian areas and Turkey from Saturday to Jan. 13.
Toshiba to launch HD DVD players in US in March
January 6, 2006TOKYO : Japanese electronics giant Toshiba announced that it will launch its high-definition DVD players in the United States in March in an attempt to get a jump on rival Sony.
Fresh 'fat finger' trade in Tokyo
January 6, 2006The case of the 'fat-finger' trade returned to haunt the Japanese stock market today after a dealer mistakenly ordered 1,000 times more shares than were wanted.
Japan's year of mergers reignites fever for takeovers
January 6, 2006MERGER and acquisition activity in Japan soared to a record high last year as companies across all sectors signed off on nearly 3,000 deals.
DoCoMo 3G Subscribers Top 20 Million
January 6, 2006Extract not available.
DoCoMo to Grab 3G Lead from KDDI
January 6, 2006Extract not available.
Ten Years of Sony PS for You to Read
January 6, 2006Writer Kevin Bryan sends us word that he's put together a big 142 pager, full-c
Sailor held over Japan death
January 6, 2006THE US Navy said today it had detained one of its sailors over the death of a Japanese woman in a case likely to reignite controversy over the American military presence in Washington's top Asian ally.
Prime Minister Koizumi Says No Extra Budget Is Needed for Snowstorm Damage
January 6, 20066 (Bloomberg) -- The Japanese government won't need to draft an additional budget to pay for costs associated with recent snowstorms, Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi said.
Japan, China to Hold Informal Talks on Ties, East China Sea Energy Rights
January 6, 20066 (Bloomberg) -- Japan and China will hold an ''informal'' meeting in Beijing on Jan. 9, Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said today in a faxed statement.
Japanese Stocks Rise, Dollar Up Vs Yen
January 6, 2006TOKYO -- The Tokyo stock market's main index edged higher Friday for the third straight day, with gains led by the electronics, retail and glass sectors.
Japanese police to question U.S. sailor
January 6, 2006TOKYO - Japanese police will question a U.S. sailor being held by the American military in the killing of a Japanese woman, a police official said Friday.
Nintendo DS sales hit 10m
January 6, 2006LOS ANGELES - Nintendo said on Tuesday worldwide sales of its Nintendo DS portable video game player have hit 10 million worldwide, with about 4 million sales coming from the United States.
Sony's Stringer Not Worried About Earlier Debut of Xbox 360 by Microsoft
January 6, 20066 (Bloomberg) -- Howard Stringer, Sony Corp.'s chief executive officer, said he isn't worried about a threat from Microsoft Corp. in the video-game player market because the company's PlayStation devices outsold the Xbox 360 over Christmas.
Asian Stocks Have Best Weekly Gains in Five Months; Samsung, Toshiba Climb
January 6, 20066 (Bloomberg) -- Asian stocks started 2006 with their biggest weekly gains in almost five months. Samsung Electronics Co. and Toshiba Corp. rose today as memory chip prices climbed and U.S. semiconductor maker Xilinx Inc.
Sharon's health forces Japan's PM to cancel visit
January 6, 2006News Sections World Asia India Sports Business Science / Tech Health Entertainment Features Home Services E-mail Chat E-cards City guide Matrimonial Yellow pages Personalities Netindia123.com ...
Japan to encourage Pak to provide more info about A Q Khan: Envoy
January 6, 2006He added that both Pakistan and India would continue to hold talks on this issue at senior officer level. :
Honda to display fuel cell, hybrid cars at auto expo
January 6, 2006News New Delhi: Japanese car major Honda will be showcasing a series of new technology cars, including fuel cell car 'Honda FCX' and hybrid car 'Honda Insight', at the Auto Expo which kicks off in...
Japan to provide 100 million dollars to quake-hit Pakistan
January 6, 2006The loan is being extended on concessionary terms with an interest rate of 1.3 per cent and repayment period of 30 years, including a grace period of 10 years. -
Japan, Pakistan to hold dialogue on nuclear proliferation
January 6, 2006However, the aid was resumed last year in recognition of Pakistan's role as the front line state in the ongoing war against terror. ,
Tokyo shares continue rising
January 6, 2006Tokyo stocks continued their upward movements Thursday with bright economic prospects. The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average climbed 63.83 points, or 0. 39 percent, to 16,425.37.
Ebeling Group Creates Virtual Car Demo for Nissan and Japan Auto Show
January 6, 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.
Japan, China Will Discuss Bilateral Ties, East China Sea Issue on Jan. 9
January 6, 20066 (Bloomberg) -- Japan and China will hold an ''informal'' meeting on Jan. 9 in Beijing, Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a faxed press release. , , .
Japan's Cold Winter May Add $5.7 Billion to GDP on Spending, Dai-Ichi Says
January 6, 20066 (Bloomberg) -- Japan's colder than average weather this season may increase demand for heating appliances, winter clothes, and energy, helping to raise gross domestic product by as much as 657 billion yen ($5.7 billion), a research report said.
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial to Sell $5 Billion of New Shares, Treasury Stock
January 6, 20066 (Bloomberg) -- Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc., Japan's third largest bank, said it will sell a total of 576 billion yen ($5 billion) in shares this month.
Nippon Steel, JFE Group Wins $225 Million Pipe Order from Saudi Aramco Oil
January 6, 20066 (Bloomberg) -- Nippon Steel Corp., JFE Steel Corp. and four other Japanese companies won a contract to supply pipes to Saudi Arabian Oil Co., people familiar with the matter said.
Japanese Semiconductor Stocks Gain, Led by Toshiba; Mizuho, Banks Decline
January 6, 20066 (Bloomberg) -- Japanese semiconductor stocks such as Toshiba Corp. and Elpida Memory Inc. rose after U.S.-based Xilinx Inc.
Japan Inc to keep strong China investment in 2006
January 6, 2006The poll of about 180 companies found that 53 per cent expect to maintain current levels of business activity in China and nearly 47 per cent plan to boost their presence. Less than 1 per cent said they plan to scale back activity. '
China urges Japan to put row over diplomat's death behind them
January 6, 2006BEIJING -- China urged Japan on Thursday to avoid exacerbating a row over a Japanese consulate employee's suicide and take steps to put strained relations back on track.
CEO Says Sony Trying to Balance Demands
January 6, 2006Clearly the perception out there is that we shouldn't be doing too much of that copy protection stuff,' Stringer said at a news conference at the annual Consumer Electronics Show.
Japan's domestic automobile sales down 9.7 percent in December
January 6, 2006Japan's domestic sales of new cars, trucks and buses dropped 9.7 percent in December from a year before, extending a declining streak to six months, an industry association said Thursday.
Japanese executives upbeat at New Year's party for first time in years
January 6, 2006Hopes 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.
Mexican Plant Keeps Hitachi in Mexico
January 6, 2006GUADALAJARA, Mexico -- Beyond the gate of what appears to be a massive colonial-style Mexican estate lies one of the world's most sophisticated assembly lines.
CEO says Sony trying to balance demands of consumers, artists
January 6, 2006Clearly the perception out there is that we shouldn't be doing too much of that copy protection stuff,' Stringer said Thursday at a news conference at the annual Consumer Electronics Show.
South Korea urges Japan to listen to neighbouring countries
January 6, 2006News SOUTH Korea urged Japan last Wednesday to heed complaints from neighbouring countries as Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi defended his visits to a shrine critics say whitewashes the ...
Japanese claim madcow experiment success
January 6, 2006Prions are proteins thought to cause the disease.Several of the calves became groggy and excessively sensitive to noise - changes considered typical early symptoms of bovine spongeform encephalopathy, or BSE.
Japan says to hold talks with China over ties
January 6, 2006TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan said on Friday it would hold informal talks with China next week on overall bilateral relations, which have been chilled by disputes over issues stemming mainly from Japan's wartime history.
Toshiba Unveils New gigashot Hard Disk Drive Camcorders
January 6, 2006When it comes to devices like digital camcorders , the consumer demands simplicity. With large capacity, compact hard drives built in, the consumer never needs to worry about the right disc or tape to buy.
Hitachi Unveils Four New DVD Camcorders
January 6, 2006Press Release: Page (1) of 1 - 01/05/06 email article print page Hitachi Unveils Four New DVD Camcorders Focus on a Host of User-Friendly Features (January 05, 2006) The Home Electronics Division of Hitachi America, Ltd.,
Sony Annnounces Two New Digital Camcorders
January 6, 2006Nothing preserves memories better than moving images with sound,' said Linda Vuolo, director for camcorder products at Sony Electronics. ' We are offering new enhancements to both audio and video performance in our 2006 product line.'
Japanese Stocks Rise, Dollar Up vs. Yen
January 6, 2006TOKYO Japanese stocks edged higher Friday, bouncing back from early losses on gains led by the electronics, retail and glass sectors. The dollar was higher against the yen.