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Fuji Xerox unveiled two new monochrome multifunction printers that claim to cut IT costs and carbon footprint.

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The WorkCentre 3210/3220 can print, copy, scan and fax from a single compact device, is Energy Star compliant, and has an adjustable Power Save Mode that allows users to control the device’s power consumption. 

The WorkCentre 3220 also supports automatic two-sided printing and has a Toner Save mode that allows a user to print in a draft mode.

Fuji Xerox claims that the WorkCentre 3210 prints up to 24 printed pages per minute while the WorkCentre 3220 prints up to 28 printed pages per minute, with a First Page Out Time as fast as 8.5 seconds. Its multitasking capabilities support a busy work environment by allowing users to scan a file even while other jobs are being printed.

Brad Monsbourgh, Marketing Manager for Fuji Xerox Printer Channel Australia and New Zealand, said, “The WorkCentre 3210 and 3220 demonstrate that sustainability and cost efficiencies can go hand in hand.  By having features that will both reduce the use of resources and offer a high level of productivity, Fuji Xerox is helping businesses manage their IT costs better and at the same time, reduce their carbon footprint.”

The colour scanning capabilities in the WorkCentre 3210/3220 will facilitate the implementation of digital workflow in organisations.  Users will be able to produce electronic documents for a network / desktop folder or USB drive, or insert scanned images into an application to be emailed to users (WorkCentre 3220 only). This device includes scanning software to assist with the editing and manipulation of files and to organise and distributed scanned files.

Advanced fax features such as Secure Fax Receive ensure only authorised users can access a fax by requiring a passcode to retrieve a document. The WorkCentre 3210/3220 supports broadcast (multi-send) faxing, fax forwarding, fax speed dialling and even faxing from desktop PCs.

The WorkCentre 3210/3220 is available now for $699 and $799 respectively.

LG has released the KF390, a smartphone that features HSDPA connectivity and has Telstra’s Blue Tick of approval, making it an ideal mobile phone for wider coverage across Australia without the need for an external antenna.

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According to LG, the KF390 sports an improved phone design, fast web browsing and data download speeds, and an optional car kit that provides maximum coverage on Telstra’s Next G network.
 
Telstra Product Management, Executive Director, Mr Ross Fielding, said the KF390 gives users access to the world’s fastest 3GSM data download speeds when teamed with Telstra’s Next G network. “That capability translates to a faster experience for customers browsing the net, downloading content and using 3G applications like WhereIs mapping.”
 
Carli Wilson, Marketing Manager Mobile Communications said, “The LG KF390 responds to this demand by offering customers strong coverage performance around Australia with the added benefit of smart technology and stylish design,. This further signifies LG and Telstra’s commitment to providing first-class mobile phones to rural and regional customers across Australia.” 

Featuring a slim, black exterior, users navigate through menu options using a large, circular navigation key allowing for easy selection. Upon sliding open the sturdy handset, the hidden touch navigation buttons appear and the signature glowing icons appear completing the phone’s sophisticated look with a modern twist.
 
Key features of the LG KF390 include:

• Telstra Next G Blue Tick of Approval
• Super-fast 7.2Mbps HSDPA 
• 2.0 mega pixel camera & video calling 
• 2-inch LCD screen 
• Touch navigation and large tactile keys 
• Speakerphone 
• Bluetooth 
• MP3 Functionality
• Expandable 2MB Memory 
• Optional compatible car kit 

The LG KF390 is exclusive to Telstra and is available now for RRP $559.

See: au.lge.com

Nokia has unveiled the E71 and E66, two business-oriented phones designed for users who want to receive their e-mail while on the go.

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The Nokia E71

According to Nokia, the Nokia E71 with full QWERTY keyboard and the E66 slider mobilise a broad range of personal or professional messaging needs, including Microsoft Exchange. Both devices are expected to begin shipping in key markets in July.

Nokia Vice President for Sales, Chris Carr said, “The Nokia E71 and Nokia E66 were designed for people who lead a mobile lifestyle and want quick and easy access to their personal and work email. With both of these devices, we have responded to consumer feedback by making calendar and contacts available at the touch of a button. Equally important, people want well-crafted devices that are as beautiful to use as they are to behold. Stainless steel was chosen as the core material for these devices, giving them additional strength and a touch of class. Furthermore, the Nokia E71 and Nokia E66 offer all the latest multimedia features that people desire.”

The Nokia E71 and Nokia E66 come fully equipped for easy-to-install and easy-to-use professional and personal email. People who use Microsoft Exchange at work can access their email using the Mail for Exchange mobile email client, which comes pre-loaded with the two phones. Users can have access to their email, calendar, contacts and tasks, as well as download attachments like Word, Excel, Powerpoint or PDF files directly to their devices.

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The Nokia E71 and Nokia E66 support e-mail accounts from more than a thousand internet service providers (ISPs) around the world, as well as Gmail, Yahoo! mail and Hotmail. Additionally, the Nokia E71 and Nokia E66 support the Nokia Intellisync Wireless Email solution as well as third party email solutions like System Seven and Visto Mobile. Both devices come with the new switch mode that allows people to easily switch between personal and work home screens.

The E71 sports a stainless steel case, etched graphics and is available in two colors – grey steel or white steel. The metallic finish is complemented by the bright colour display and is designed for both one-handed and two-handed use.

The Nokia E66 is a slider phone that shares the same key features as the Nokia E71, including an enhanced calendar, contacts and customisable home screen modes. It also offers unique additions, like an orientation sensor that automatically optimises itself for full screen viewing or silences the ringer when the device is turned over. The Nokia E66 will be available in grey steel or white steel version.

In addition to email and personal information management, the Nokia E71 and Nokia E66 support the latest Ovi services including maps, music and media sharing that power users expect from their device. This includes fast and seamless browsing with HSDPA, wireless LAN and 3G connectivity, Assisted GPS (A-GPS) and Nokia Maps for navigation, a music player with support for up to 8 GB expandable memory and a 3.2 megapixel autofocus camera.

The handsets also come with a robust suite of enterprise grade features, including a built-in encryption functionality for both the device memory and for the memory card. Both Nokia E71 and Nokia E66 also include integrated mobile VPN support and device lock and wipe to protect corporate information.

See: www.nokia.com.au

BenQ has launched a 27-inch LCD monitor that displays images in 1080p and can be used as a main desktop display, secondary monitor, or a screen for HD gaming.

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The M2700HD is a 16:9 LCD monitor that claims to deliver better sight and sound via its 50,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio, 400-nit brightness, patented Senseye Human Vision Technology, and a 10-watt EmbracingSound surround sound system.

Ports found on the M2700HD include two HDMI 1.3 connectors, component, composite, and SPDIF for all office and entertainment needs.

Ideal as a main desktop display, multi-monitor setup, or as a second display to a notebook, the large-format 27-inch size affords higher work productivity with less scrolling and more content display.

The M2700HD visually outperforms similar-sized/-priced TVs as it displays images in Full HD 1080p. The Senseye Human Vision Technology innately optimises picture quality via six proprietary calibration techniques encompassing brightness, dynamic contrast ratio, hue, saturation, 3D noise reduction, and dual-trace sharpness.

In addition, the Senseye 3 digital image enhancement calibrates true colors in all multimedia and office display scenarios via the 6 preset viewing modes: Standard (office and Internet), Movie (DVD and TV), Game, Photo, sRGB (for 100 per cent color consistency across all sRGB devices), and Eco (for power-savings) modes.

The native 16:9 aspect ratio likewise promotes uncompromised definition, true-to-source proportions without distortion, and the assurance that every pixel on the screen is utilized.

It also comes with EmbracingSound, a new stereo surround technology that enables the listener to experience their content’s full spatial information. Five surround sound modes (Standard, Movie, Game, Pop, Rock) offer an unrivaled multimedia experience exuding from the integrated 10-watt sound system.

A smart remote control caters to TV-style viewing, enabling the user to switch video sources, adjust audio options, and access the OSD from the couch, the bed, or other distance.

The BenQ M2700 is available now for $799.

The new Sharp projector features the DLP sealed system, which prevents dust, dirt and smoke from entering core parts of the optics.

The Sharp PG-D4010X projector is a high brightness single-lamp system that claims to offer an outstanding brightness of 4200 ANSI Lumens and 2500:1 contrast ratio. It features the DLP sealed system, which prevents dust, dirt and smoke from entering core parts of the optics.

Its filter-free design results in less maintenance, lower ownership cost and longer projector use. When the full projector brightness is not required, use of a low power “Eco” Mode is recommended, which extends the projector lamp life and reduces fan noise for quieter and even more economical operation.

Inbuilt high power output stereo speakers (5W per channel) are sufficient for use without the need for a peripheral audio system in some situations, further contributing to total installation cost savings.

The PG-D4010X provides XGA native resolution (1024×768), but in Intelligent Compression System it is compatible with the signal resolution up to UXGA enabling projection from a wide variety of input sources. It offers HDTV compatibility for use with current and future video technologies as well as extensive connectivity.

The PG-D4010X includes a DVI-I analogue/digital source, RGB and component inputs, S-video, composite video and stereo audio, an RS-232C port and a USB input for mouse control. There is also a RJ-45 LAN connection for remote control and access by a Web browser for diagnostics and automatic e-mail of product status.

The PG-D4010X is well suited for permanent installations as well as offering additional features designed for safe mobility, including lens cover protecting optics and the inbuilt carry handle. Other useful features include image shift function, theft deterrent system lock, key lock preventing unauthorised use and presentation-assist functions by remote control (page up/down, pointer, spotlight and mouse control).

The Sharp PG-D4010X projector is available now for $3,299.

Lexmark has launched a new line of colour laser multifunction printers (MFPs) that claim to be environmentally-friendly with its reduced power consumption and two-sided printing option.

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The Lexmark X540 Series has features like built-in two-sided printing, instant warm-up fuser technology, an Eco-Mode which reduces power consumption, a Quiet Mode which reduces noise emissions, and is Energy Star compliant.

The X540 series also features wireless models that are Wi-Fi certified 802.11n draft 2.0, supporting a longer range and higher wireless transfer rates than the previous standard, 802.11g.

Lexmark’s Vice President and President of its Printing Solutions and Services Division, Marty Canning said, “We are excited to introduce this outstanding new line of compact colour products that will help businesses enhance the quality of their professional documents without turning to a more costly print shop. We designed these products with the environment in mind so customers can feel good about reducing their environmental footprint as they decrease costs and increase productivity.”

The Lexmark X540 Series includes the new Lexmark Rewards program, which encourages customers to return empty cartridges for recycling or remanufacturing and earn free genuine Lexmark toner and imaging kits. This program will save users up to 20 percent off the total cost of supplies.

The Lexmark X543dn MFP can print up to 21 pages per minute in colour and black, ships with a high-yield toner, and offers two-sided printing for $1,292.

The Lexmark X544 models of colour laser MFPs are four-in-one devices that print, copy, scan and fax, with fast print speeds up to 25 ppm in colour and black, with prices starting at $1,724.

See: www.lexmark.com.au

The new installation projectors from NEC are designed for corporate conference rooms and classrooms and will allow wired/wireless content streaming without the need for additional software.

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The NP905G and NP901WG projectors include Windows Network Projector functionality within Windows Vista, enabling users to share information from their laptops or desktops via a wired or wireless network without the need for proprietary software.

Remote desktop connection enables these projectors to connect to a networked computer remotely, allowing complete control of the remote computer with the connection of a USB mouse and keyboard directly to the projector’s USB input. Remote diagnostics enable the administrator to monitor and make adjustments to the projector remotely via a network.

National Sales Manager at NEC’s Commercial Displays Solutions Division, Steven Macdonald said, “The NP905G and NP901WG are powerhouse projectors that provide high-definition and essential networking capabilities. They offer best-in-class image quality and a full list of features that customers have come to expect from NEC, while still remaining affordable.”

Other advanced features included with the NP905G and NP901WG are the geometric correction tool, which allows users to project on spheres, cylinders and more without distortion, as well as advanced color management, which automatically adjusts for the specific input type, whether it is a presentation, movie or graphics.

Input panels include HDMI for high-definition video content, as well as an audio input for every allotted video input.  Additionally, the NP905G and NP901WG include closed captioning capability for the hearing impaired and a direct power off feature, which provides instantaneous shutdown of the projector.

The NP905G and NP901WG feature Silicon Optix HQV (Hollywood Quality Video), providing unparalleled scaling of computer signals and high-performance video processing for standard or high-definition video.  The technology produces superior video processing using pixel-based, motion-adaptive de-interlacing to remove undesirable motion artifacts typical of interlaced signals. This processing brings home-theater-quality images to meeting rooms and classrooms.

Pricing and Availability

The NP905G (available now) and NP901WG (available late July) will carry an RRP of $3,311 and $3,410, respectively.

See: www.nec.com.au