SITEX 2010 - Part 2
In Part 2 of our SITEX 2010 coverage, we check out some of the biggest brands on the showfloor, from ASUS to Samsung and Sony. Get the latest updates inside!
SITEX 2010 Coverage - Part 2
In case you might have jumped straight into our second part of our coverage, here's our highlights of the show captured in video, followed by all the extra resources you'll need to arm yourself to make the best purchase decision such as our Brochure Downloads, forum discussion and Twitter coverage. Enjoy the best coverage only at HardwareZone:-
Sitex 2010 Show Resources
A4Tech's Booth
Looking for cheap mice and other peripherals? There's one place to go, A4Tech!
A4Tech's G9 mouse works even on dusty glass and is just $39.
A4Tech has a keyboard that allows you to store stuff inside, and comes with laser inscribed keys, spill proof structure for just a measly $25.
More keyboards await us - here's the A4Tech G7, a "No Any Lag" mini wireless desktop keyboard that comes with a 1600dpi mouse. Price? $39.
Time to pleasure your ears with the A4Tech Folding Headset. $29 will get you a 40mm high performance bass driver unit.
Back to the pointing devices - here's the $75 A4Tech G10, made for the business user with lots of meeting. It features a built-in laser pointer, 5 color tutor Pen and the receiver allows 10 devices to connect at once.
Aztech
Need routers or powerline adapters? Aztech's the place to go!
Need a wireless extender for your home? TThen the Aztech HL110EW is now going for just $99. Pretty decent buy, no?
If you don't need the wireless extender, then just go with the non wireless version, the HL110EP at $69. It also comes with AC pass through, meaning you don't lose the power point!
For the router side of things, this Wireless-N mobile broadband capable router is just $65 and allows you to share your 3G mobile broadband connection.
And their Star Buy is this 3G Wireless-N mobile router that you can bring around with you. It's also pretty cheap, and the HW553 will only set you back by $89!
ASUS
Head down to the ASUS booth for a diverse offering of notebooks, routers, and media players.
Looking for a budget netbook? The ASUS Eee PC R101x comes with a decent Intel Core N450 Processor, 10-inch LCD screen, 1GB RAM and a 250GB HDD. Only at $399 with a number of freebies that include a notebook cleaning kit.
Something more top-end, the ASUS G73 comes with an Intel Core i7-740QM processor, a NVDIA GeForce GTX460M 1.5GB VRAM card, and 1TB Hybrid SSD HDD. Priced at $2998 and comes with a plethora of freebies that include a digital camera, notebook cleaning kit, notebook cooling pad and a 500GB external drive.
The ASUS UL20Ft is less than 1-inch in slimness, weighs 1.5kg and comes with 8+ hours worth of battery life. Priced at $899 after a $100 rebate.
The ASUS X42Jr29 notebook comes pretty heavy duty with an Intel i7-740QM processor, 14-inch HD LCD screen, and an ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470 card. Priced at $1298 (originally $1798).
Want to impress your friends? The ASUS NX90 is extremely stylish, and features the ASUS SonicMaster technology (co-developed with Bang & Olufsen ICEpower). Comes with 8GB DDR3 RAM and a 1TB HDD. Price? $3888.
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Strictly for car fans, the ASUS Lamborghini VX6 sports a stylish white exterior with the famed luxury car logo on the front. This netbook also features an NVDIA ION 2 graphics with 512 video memory. Available from $999.
The ASUS O! Play HD2 USB 3.0 Media Player is based around a 3.5-inch internal HDD that comes with NAS support for iTunes, Samba, FTP and BT download. Priced at $229 with both free HDMI and USB 3.0 cable. If you don't need USB 3.0 but instead want built-in wireless support, there's the O! Play Air for $209.
The RT-N16 multifunctional router is a good solution for homes and small businesses. Also supports downloading while computer is off. Get this storage, printer and media server at $179. It's our Tech Awards 2010 winner for wireless-N routers, so you can't go wrong with this one :)
The ASUS DSL-N11 DSL router supports up to 300Mpbs for local area wireless link and 23Mbps for ADSL 2/2+ WAN connection. At $99, it comes with a free wireless-N USB adapter.
Casio
As usual, if you're on the lookout for compact cameras, vendors such as Casio are there, ready to entice you with their Sitex deals.
A no-frills and simple to use camera such as the Casio EX-Z16 is likely choice for the beginner and budget-conscious shutterbug. Priced at $199, this 12.1-megapixel camera comes with 3x optical zoom and is capable of USB charging.
If your budget falls along the mid-range pricing, go for the Casio EX-S200, priced at $399. This gives you a 14.1-megapixel camera with 4x optical zoom on a 27mm wide-angle lens, using CCD shift stabilization technology.
For the prosumer crowd, the Casio H-20G's 14.1-megapixel sensor and a 15x optical zoom will be a good fit for those hard to reach images. Bundled with a hybrid-GPS system to perform geo-tagging, the H-20G, priced at $599, is the perfect companion for the globe-trotter.
Eastgear
If you are looking for a GPS, head down to Eastgear's booth for some great deals on Holux GPS units.
The Holux 62AS has a 5-inch screen and comes with a built-in TMC receiver so that you can receive real time traffic information and avoid traffic jams. Going for $299.
The Holux 62F is going at a crazy price of only $129, but limited to only the first 100 units.
If you find that the suction mount of your GPS holder is not up to task, why not consider this humongous dashboard friction mount. It has a super sticky and grippy silicon base so you don't have to deal with messy stickers. Going for $15.
Epicentre
Plenty of Apple stuff to be found at Epicentre's booth, as can be expected. Accessories to kit out your new Apple product too are available!
Want to get an iPad? It's here at SITEX! Shame there's no discount on the pricing, but at least you can get your accessories for it straight up at the booth.
The 11-inch MacBook Pro will cost you $1488 and if you top up $309, you'll get AppleCare, a 200GB HDD, membership and a training voucher.
The Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch is selling for $2688, and if you top up another $438, you'll get AppleCare, and a bunch of stuff to protect your MacBook Pro too.
The iPod touch will retail from $328 and you'll get mini speakers and a dog bone cable wrap too.
Looking for speakers to finish up your home entertainment set up? The Sonos ZonePlayer S5 will cost you $743, but it is an all-in-one solution that allows you to stream either internet radio or music from your iPhone and iPod touch.
Need something for the ears? The Klipsch image One On Ear at $224.10 should fill up your ears with joy.
There's also a whole load of other stuff available, including the TDK ST800 wireless headphone at $399. iPad and iPhone cases are also available!
Fujitsu
If you are looking for a new notebook, head down to the Fujitsu booth for a wide selection of models.
Making way for new laptops? Perhaps you might want to look into trading in for some cash at the Fujitsu booth.
A good and affordable deal to consider is the Lifebook LH520. The notebook comes with the AMD Athlon II Dual Core P320 Processor, a 14-inch LED-backlit screen and a 320GB HDD. Priced at $499 after trade-in.
The Lifebook LH700D features a 500GB HDD, a 14-inch LED-backlit screen and NVIDIA GeForce 310M card with 512MB dedicated VRAM. Priced at $1488 before trade-in with free upgrade to 4GB RAM and Microsoft Office 2010 (Home & Student Edition).
At $999, the Fujitsu L1010 comes with the Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 4GB DDR3 RAM and a 13.3-inch display.
The Lifebook P3110 comes with battery life to 6.7 hours, a 320GB HDD and 11.6-inch TFT LED-backlit screen. Priced at $599 after trade-in.
Fuji Xerox
It was indeed a small booth for Fuji Xerox, though according to them, consumers can also get their printers from the Harvey Norman booths.
The DocuPrint CP105 b is one of Fuji Xerox's newer printers. This A4 color printer does 10ppm color with a resolution of up to 1200 x 2400 dpi. It's going for $329 and there's even a mini fridge worth $129 thrown in.
A pink printer? Sometimes wishes come true....or not. Fuji Xerox calls its DocuPrint P205 b the world's first pink printer but we think consumers would like to know that it has one of the lowest toner prices in the market. The pink costs extra too, at $169 compared to $139 for the usual plain version. You'll get a free digital photoframe.
Fuji Xerox's more heavyweight machines, the MFC WorkCentre 3220 can print/copy/scan/fax and you can even scan directly to a USB drive. This model can do duplex printer and there's an onsite warranty for 3 years. Price - $499 with a free mini fridge.
Garmin
Need a GPS navigation device? Garmin has quite a few models on offer, though we didn't see anything new.
Their newest model, the Garmin nuvi 3790 is targeted at the high end segment. With a 4.3-inch display, 800 x 480 resolution and a very thin form factor, it features voice activated navigation, multi-touch capabilities and goes for $579. Free gifts include a carrying case, AC adapter and mount.
For the largest screen, the 5-inch nuvi 1460 is relatively slim and comes with free maps for all ASEAN countries. It goes for $339.
The smaller, 4.3-inch nuvi 1350 also comes with maps for Southeast Asia and comes with 3D icons, proper lane-assist with advanced junction view. All that for $239.
The smallest model, the nuvi 1250 has a 3.5-inch screen and you'll get advanced junction view and proper lane-assist at $179.
HTC
Come to HTC for some great deals on smartphones. For every purchase of a phone from the Desire family, get a HTC Smart worth $298 free.
The HTC Desire comes preloaded with Android 2.2 and sports a 3.7-inch WVGA capacitative touchscreen. $798 without contract.
The HTC Desire Z also comes preloaded with Android 2.2 and has a 3.7-inch capacitive touchscreen, but it also has a slide-out QWERTY keyboard.
The HTC Touch2 comes in a non-camera version, perfect for those working in restricted areas. $398.
Pentax's Booth
Going diving? Then the Optio W90 should be the camera to get. 12-megapixels, 5x optical zoom and HD movie capability, it will also last you 6m underwater for just $609.
If you don't need to go swimming, then maybe you might want the Optio I-10 instead, with its 12-megapixel sensor, 5x optical zoom, 28mm Wide Angle and HD movie capabilities. It's also very affordable at $359.
Lenovo
Get the ultimate notebook and netbook fix at the Lenovo booth.
Looking for an affordable notebook? The functional Lenovo G560 comes with a sizeable 15.6-inch HD LED display and a 320GB HDD at just $799.
On the hunt for a netbook? The Lenovo S10 is sufficiently equipped with the Intel Atom N550 processor and a 250GB HDD. Comes with a 10.1-inch display at only $549.
If you prefer something dressier, do look towards the Lenovo S10 Pink or Purple Edition. Priced at $599.
The Lenovo IdeaPad U460 is going for $1099 for a notebook with a 14-inch WXGA LED display equipped with an Intel Core i5-460M processor with 2GB of RAM, a 500GB SATA HDD and 1-year warranty. It's using integrated graphics however, though there's a free external optical drive thrown in.
The 12.1-inch ThinkPad X201i comes with an Intel Core i5-460M processor with 4GB of RAM and 500GB SATA HDD (7200rpm). It uses Intel HD graphics and costs $2299 at SITEX. Warranty is upgraded to 3-years automatically and you'll get an external optical disc drive worth $149.
The 14-inch ThinkPad Edge is equipped with an Intel Core i3-370M CPU and 2GB of RAM and 320GB SATA HDD (7200rpm). Integrated graphics again but it only costs $1199.
If you need something more powerful, the Lenovo IdeaPad Y460N comes with NVIDIA GeForce GT 425M 1GB with Optimus technology (switchable graphics). It has a Core i5-460M processor and comes with Windows 7 Home Premium. Price - $1399
The All-in-one 21.5-inch full HD multi-touch Lenovo IdeaCentre B310 is powered by an Intel Core i3-550 processor with 4GB of RAM. It has an ATI Radeon HD 5450 discrete graphics for better performance. It goes for $1299.
M1
Drop by M1 for a variety of tie-in plans with smartphones, and broadband deals.
Sign up for the Fibre Home Broadband plan (100Mbps), a home fixed line and M1's 1box Internet TV Service at $93.14 per month, and you be entitled to a free $30 Takashimaya voucher and a free LG 42-inch Full HD LCV TV (limited to 1st 100 only).
You can get the new LG Optimus 7 at $148 with a selected M1 plan.
With suitable M1 plans, you can get newer HTC handsets, like the Trophy and Desire Z, at under $250.
If you are looking for a business-oriented handset, the Nokia E72 is free if you sign up for a SunSaver Plan Plan.
Microsoft
Get your Microsoft SITEX sizzlers in Hall 5, right as you walk in from the right entrance.
Looking for a no-frills wireless keyboard and mouse combination? The Microsoft Wireless Desktop 800 is yours for a scant $39.90.
Gamers can watch out for the Microsoft Sidewinder X4 keyboard at $59.
Find the brand-new Arc mouse at $69, which can fold to 60 percent of its fully expanded size.
You can also check out the new Kinect for Xbox 360 at SITEX! $469 for the Xbox 360 and Kinect package OR $229 fo rthe Kinect pack alone.
Nikon
Arm yourself with the right imaging tools during the upcoming holidays with some SITEX deals from the Nikon booth.
Opting for a portable imaging solution? Nikon compact cameras are aplenty, including the Nikon Coolpix S6000. Priced at $349, the S6000 is armed with a 14.2-megapixel sensor with 7x optical zoom and ISO capabilities of up to 3200.
Imaging performance is crucial if you want the perfect shot, so consider the Nikon Coolpix P7000 if you want a capable yet compact device. Using a 10.1-megapixel sensor with a 28mm wide-angle lens, the P7000 also comes with HD video recording and loads of freebies such as an 8GB SD card and an accompanying card reader. All that, for only $799.
On a tight budget, but feeling the urge to be a serious shutterbug? The Nikon D5000 should give you a good headstart, with its kit package going for $1099. This gets you the Nikon D5000 body with an AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G lens, working in tandem with its 12.3-megapixel CMOS image sensor, capable of ISO values of up to 3200.
On the mid-range level, you'll find the Nikon D90, priced at $1688, to be a suitable deal. Bundled with an AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G lens, the D90 comes with a 12.3-megapixel CMOS sensor and a 3" LCD display. Capable of ISO values of up to 3200, the D90 also has HD 720p video recording capabilities and allows you to do in-camera image and movie editing.
Philips
Shopping for TVs or just electronic products for every day use? Head to Philips' booth then.
We know a good bargain when we see one, and this 42-inch LCD TV comes with a pretty awesome price tag of just $749. But only if you're an early bird and only for the first 10 customers!
What's this I spy? A Philips DCM-580 Docking Entertainment System at just $549? This is a sound tower that packs in wider immersive sound and supports iPhones/iPods, CDs and SB devices.
Have $889 to spare? then you'll love this home theater set up. The HTS5560 also features 3D playback with the latest firmware update, so if you're looking for something to match your 3D TV...
Then again, if you're looking for something smaller for a bedroom, then the Philips Micro Hi-Fi System MCM169 at $135 seems like a very affordable buy alright!
Prolink
Routers? Monitors? Tablets? Yeap, you'll find them all at Prolink's booth.
The Prolink TW8 tablet PC comes packed with Windows 7 and will only cost you $899. Fancy a different type of tablet?
Need a powerline wireless extender? Check out Prolink's PPL1202N that's retailing at only $95.
More networking stuff from Prolink in the form of this 3.75G Wireless N router. It's only $59, so if you're looking to use your 3G network at home, why not?
Looking for a cheap but good monitor for your home desktop? Then this 22-inch with Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080) seems like a great buy at just $189.
Samsung
For notebooks, TVs, cameras, printers and more, visit Samsung.
The Samsung NB30T is a touchscreen netbook powered a 1.83GHz Intel Atom N470 processor complemented by 1GB RAM and a 250GB HDD. Now for only $479.
The Samsung R480 is a worthy laptop for students for it has a 2.4GHz Core i5 processor, 2GB DDR3 RAM, 500GB HDD and Radeon HD 5670 discrete graphics, and costs only $999. Also comes with free Trend Micro security software and 2 year local warranty.
The Samsung Galaxy S has received rave reviews throughout and you can get it at Sitex for $798 (U.P.: $898).
Looking for a new monitor? This 20-incher from Samsung has a maximum resolution of 1600 x 900 and is going for only $178 (U.P.: $198).
For something more substantial, check out the 27-inch P2770HD, which is full HD and has a built-in DTV tuner and speakers. Now for $598 (U.P.: $698).
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Samsung has printers too. This basic ML-1660 mono laser printer is small, compact and will print up to 16ppm, going at only $98 (U.P.: $138).
Perfect for bedrooms is the Samsung UA32C4000 LED TV. Going for $719, buyers also get a free $50 Robinson voucher and HDMI cable.
The 40-inch Samsung LA40C530 is a full HD LED TV going at $849. Also comes with free $50 Robinsons voucher and HDMI cable.
The NX100 has a APS-C size CMOS sensor, 3-inch AMOLED display and is capable of recording 720p HD movies. $949 will net you one with a 20-50mm i-Function lens.
The Samsung ST600 is an interesting camera with dual LCDs for easy self-portraits. Going for only $399 and comes with a 8GB SD card, tripod, cleaning kit and additional batteries.
Sony
Sony covers two booths at SITEX. Look for them with their smattering of consumers electronics at 5B10 and 6E01.
Snooping around for a 40-inch LCD TV without the frills? The price tag might say "Special Price", but we've got some news for you. Sony's BX400 is yours for only $849 compared to its retail price of $1099. You also get a free HDMI cable with each purchase.
The CX150 Handycam is one of Sony's star buy at SITEX. Priced at $1099, the compact 3.1MP camcorder comes with a 25X optical zoom and 16GB internal memory. There's a whole lot of freebies to expect including a 8GB high speed stick, digital photo printer, and tripod amongst others.
This model was made to impress the ladies. Clad in a range of attractive colors, Sony's T99 compact cam is going for only $399 instead of its $449 retail price. The 14.1MP shooter also comes with a slew of freebies such as Sony's Accessory Kit which includes a carrying case, battery and tripod. On top of that, you also get a 8GB high speed stick and a Sony Walkman MP3 player. How about that?
Sony's NEX-5D combines DSLR quality pictures and the portable form factor of a point-and-shoot. Tagged at $1299, Sony is throwing in a 18-55mm lens and 16F28 lens with the ultra sexy NEX-5D. This baby is also known for its 3D Sweep Panorama function.
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Drop by the Sony VAIO booth in Hall 6 if you are looking for notebooks.
The highly prominent VAIO E Series comes in several configurations, with one sporting an Intel-Core i3-350M processor, a 500GB HDD and an ATI Mobility Radeon HD5650 graphics card. After a $200 cash rebate, the laptop is priced at $1699 and comes with a free carrying bag.
The VAIO S Series (VPCS135FG) is equipped with a 13.3-inch display, an i3-370M 2.4GHz processor and a 320GB HDD. Priced at $1499 with freebies that include a free upgrade to 6GB RAM.
The Sony VPCL138FG AIO features a 1TB HDD, 6GB DDR3 RAM and a free Norman Anti-Virus software. Price? $3499.
Toshiba
A wide variety of TVs and notebooks are available at Toshiba's booth, and they do come with some interesting offers.
First up – Toshiba's Regza TVs. The Toshiba 32RV700, a 32-inch full HD LCD TV, is going for $699 from its usual pricing of $1299. Bundled with a free HDMI cable, you'll also get 4 HDMI ports to connect your gaming console and home theatre system onto this Regza TV.
Let's go one step higher with Toshiba's LED range, such as the Toshiba 47XL700 full HD LED TV. With its 47-inch display, you'll find 4 HDMI ports, and JPEG / MP3 / DivX support on this full HD TV, for only $2599 (usual price $2999).
LED or LCD makes no difference to you? Then you might want to check out the similarly sized Toshiba 46RV600 full HD LCD TV, priced at $1499 (usual price $2499). That's $1000 worth of savings for you to get this 46-inch HD LCD TV, with Intelligent Backlight Control and 4 HDMI ports for connectivity purposes.
Value mobility over high speed performance? Toshiba's netbook range are available for purchase, such as the NB305 with an Intel Atom processor N475 (1.83GHz). Loaded with Microsoft Windows 7 Starter, the NB305 is also equipped with 1GB DDR3 RAM and a 250GB SATA HDD to meet your basic storage needs.
If it's performance you need, that you shall get for the sum of $2199 from the Toshiba Qosmio F60-BD537. Armed with an Intel Core i5-520M processor (2.4GHz), this notebook comes with 8GB DDR3 RAM, 500GB SATA HDD, a 15.6" LED display, Blu-ray rewritable disc drive, and built-in Harmon Kardon speakers for your entertainment needs.
Looking for something in between? The Toshiba Satellite M500-D4314 fits that criteria, for only $1599. This gives you a notebook with an Intel Core i5-520M processor (2.4GHz), loaded with Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium, 2GB RAM, 500GB SATA HDD and an NVIDIA GeForce GT310 graphics card working its magic on a 14" LED display.
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