ZTE Mimosa X is Fully Packing NVIDIA Tegra and Android 4.0

Leo Xavier — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:49:22 +0000

When NVIDIA acquired Icera back in mid-2011, we knew that the company will soon be making its entry into the smartphone game. They have done just that by introducing the ZTE Mimosa X handset, which is the first device to feature both the NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor and the NVIDIA Icera modem technology, and also the answer to Qualcomm.

The technology from NVIDIA powers tons of phones and tablets around the world, but the company relied on Qualcomm’s connectivity tech to go with their processors. But the arrival of Mimosa X changes all that.

According to Michael Rayfield, Nvidia’s general manager of mobile business, “The Mimosa X marks the first time NVIDIA technology powers all the major processors in a single smartphone, and also the first time a premium mobile computing experience is coming to the mainstream smartphone market”.

Although not quad-core, the new device will do just fine with its Tegra 2 dual-core processor, and Icera 450 HSPA+ modem promises download speeds of up to 21Mbps. You will get to play with Google’s latest OS, Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, and it also boasts a 4.3″ qHD display (960 x 540), 1GB of RAM, and 4GB of internal storage (expandable to 32 GB).

The rear facing 5 megapixel camera allows HD video capture and there is a front shooter aimed at video chats. Other features include A2DP, Dolby Sound, DLNA compatibility, dual microphones, gyroscope, and access to the TegraZone gaming app store.

No hints about the price as well as an exact release date. The company says that the handset will “be launched around Q2 2012″. But by that time the market will be crowded with phones with far superior specs. The company might make up for that with a lower price tag. And the new device is just the beginning; you can expect high-end phones from NVIDIA for the future.

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Dolby’s New 3D Glasses Lighter for Theatre-goers, Cheaper for Theatre Operators

Raggy Jin — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 04:23:59 +0000

In light of the upcoming CinemaCon 2011 conference next week, Dolby’s announcing their new, lighter, cheaper 3D glasses with the hopes of gaining market share from RealD and IMAX.

The specs are selling to cinema operators for “a list price of $12.00 or lower” per pair according to the announcement, down from their $17 a piece price last year. They’re compatible with all of Dolby’s already-installed 3D Digital Cinema systems. Plus, they’ve built in some RFID tags to help ensure nobody tries to take off with them after a movie.

3M’s new multilayer optical film on the lenses is antireflective, scratch resistant and much lighter, Dolby says, and are fit into a frame designed to fit over 98 per cent of prescription glasses.

“With the newly designed Dolby 3D glasses, we look to maintain the premium quality visual performance that Hollywood has come to expect from Dolby 3D, while providing a more comfortable fit for cinema-goers and a lower price point for exhibitors,” said Matt Cuson, Senior Marketing Director, Cinema, Dolby Laboratories. “The next-generation Dolby 3D glasses strike the perfect balance between style and performance and are designed to be used repeatedly, bringing per-ticket costs well below disposable single-use 3D glasses.”

Let’s just hope the cinemas pass those savings on to customers.

Dolby Announces Next-Generation 3D Glasses at CinemaCon 2011

High-performance, stylish, reusable 3D glasses deliver cost savings to exhibitors and improved comfort to moviegoers

SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: DLB) today announced the availability of its next-generation Dolby® 3D glasses. Designed with Dolby’s 3D technical know-how, the expertise of a leading eyewear design company, and 3M’s new multilayer optical film lenses, the glasses are compatible with Dolby 3D Digital Cinema systems currently installed.
Dolby’s Next Generation 3D Glasses (Photo: Business Wire)

Dolby’s Next Generation 3D Glasses (Photo: Business Wire)

“With the newly designed Dolby 3D glasses, we look to maintain the premium quality visual performance that Hollywood has come to expect from Dolby 3D, while providing a more comfortable fit for cinemagoers and a lower price point for exhibitors,” said Matt Cuson, Senior Marketing Director, Cinema, Dolby Laboratories. “The next-generation Dolby 3D glasses strike the perfect balance between style and performance and are designed to be used repeatedly, bringing per-ticket costs well below disposable single-use 3D glasses.”

The new glasses are currently available at a list price of $12.00 or lower when purchased with a Dolby 3D bundle. Dolby also plans to make children-sized glasses available next quarter.

New Technology Increases Performance

* Dolby has partnered with 3M to develop a new multilayer optical film lens that greatly reduces the weight of the glasses, increasing comfort while providing the excellent optical performance moviegoers expect from Dolby 3D.
* A more robust mechanical design, the new nylon frame features wide side temples and a shelf along the top edge of the frames, which help prevent extraneous light from entering the glasses, reducing internal lens reflections.

Style Enhances Comfort

* Updated industrial design makes both the audience member and the movie look marvelous.
* The new frames fit comfortably over 98 percent of prescription glasses and are well-suited to youth and adults.

More Robust for More Use

* The next-generation Dolby 3D glasses can withstand the rigors of many wash cycles and can be reused hundreds of times.
* The new 3M lenses are scratch resistant and include an antireflective coating.

RFID Tags Added for Tracking

* Beyond the antitheft tag included in previous generations of Dolby 3D glasses, the new Dolby 3D glasses also include individually serialized RFID tags.
* These tags can be used for inventory tracking and management.

New Lower Cost

* Dolby 3D glasses are high-performance, environmentally friendly, passive glasses that require no batteries or charging.
* Because they are reusable, the per-ticket cost of Dolby 3D glasses can be well below the cost of disposable 3D glasses.
* The new glasses are available at a list price of $12.00 or lower when purchased with a Dolby 3D bundle.

Exhibitors interested in learning more about Dolby 3D should contact their nearest Dolby reseller or Dolby sales office, or visit Dolby in booth (1600A) during CinemaCon 2011 at Caesars Palace.

About Dolby 3D Digital Cinema

Dolby 3D Digital Cinema technology, in conjunction with digital cinema projectors featuring Texas Instruments Digital Light Processing™ (DLP) technology, provides exhibitors with an efficient and flexible solution designed to deliver a superior 3D experience. Dolby’s 3D solution uses a unique full-spectrum color-filter technology that provides realistic color reproduction and extremely sharp images. Since launching in November 2007, Dolby has shipped over 7,600 Dolby 3D systems and has one of the largest global footprints with over 400 exhibitor partners in 67 countries.

About Dolby Laboratories

Dolby Laboratories (NYSE: DLB) is the global leader in technologies that are essential elements in the best entertainment experiences. Founded in 1965 and best known for high-quality audio and surround sound, Dolby creates innovations that enrich entertainment at the movies, at home, or on the go. For more information about Dolby Laboratories or Dolby technologies, visit www.dolby.com.

Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories, Inc. DLP Cinema is a trademark of Texas Instruments. S11/24064 DLB-G

[via CrunchGear]

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