tech65 » sony http://www.tech65.org voice of technology Tue, 14 May 2013 12:00:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 CreativeCommons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0) 2006-2012 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/ daniel@tech65.org (Tech65) daniel@tech65.org (Tech65) Technology, Singapore, Gadgets, Computers, Software, Hardware 1440 http://www.tech65.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/t65mainwhite-144.png tech65 http://www.tech65.org 144 144 http://feeds.feedburner.com/65bits Tech65's Podcast. Voice of Technology. Tech65 Pte. Ltd. is Singapore's Technology Source. With a deep bench and the broadest expertise online, we cover the tech news that is most relevant to you. With a focus on the Singaporean audience, but an eye to the wider world, our reporting provides a distinctly local flavour that appeals beyond our shores. Tech65.org is our flagship website, serving as the central repository of all our video, audio and photo content. We are also especially proud of our flagship audio podcast, 65bits, a bi-weekly podcast aimed at giving you the absolute essential tech news. Technology, Singapore, Gadgets, Computers, Software, Hardware Tech65 Tech65 daniel@tech65.org no no Gear65 #127 – Sony Cybershot RX100 http://www.tech65.org/2012/09/28/gear65-127-sony-cybershot-rx100/ http://www.tech65.org/2012/09/28/gear65-127-sony-cybershot-rx100/#comments Fri, 28 Sep 2012 07:51:38 +0000 Daniel http://www.tech65.org/?p=3661

We take a look at Sony’s new Prosumer point and shoot camera: the Sony Cybershot RX100. Our editors loved it’s epic glass and the large sensor (for a camera its class). Find out why on this episode of Gear65!

Link: Sony Cybershot RX100

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We are taking a look at an interesting device here: the next generation Walkman device powered by Android Gingerbread and a pretty interesting custom user interface developed by Sony. Too bad it’s not a phone.

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Experience Sony DSC- TX10‘s waterproof functionality and other modes through Phuket’s Songkran trip. Perfect for taking unique photos of water splashing without worrying about your Sony DSC-TX10 camera.

This is a collaboration between Tech65 and @xysg (http://xinyun.sg)

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-NTT

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Stories from this episode:

  1. Sony’s new CEO Kazuo Hirai sets a new direction for the company.
  2. Google+ Gets A Big Refresh
  3. 5,000 DOTA 2 invite keys up for grabs for StarHub customers
  4. Full 4G mobile services across Singapore by mid-2016
  5. Beware of Phishing and Spam on Twitter
]]> http://www.tech65.org/2012/04/13/65bits-237-sony-a-new-hope/feed/ 0 0:06:30 Is there a new hope for Sony? Did you check out Google+’s new look? Free DOTA 2 beta invite if you’re a Starhub customer. 2016 is the year for 4G all over Singapore! And beware of spam and phishing attacks on twitter. All this of this fr[...] Is there a new hope for Sony? Did you check out Google+’s new look? Free DOTA 2 beta invite if you’re a Starhub customer. 2016 is the year for 4G all over Singapore! And beware of spam and phishing attacks on twitter. All this of this friday’s 65Bits! -NTT Background Music for 65Bits is courtesy of spinningmerkaba. Stories from this episode: Sony’s new CEO Kazuo Hirai sets a new direction for the company. Google+ Gets A Big Refresh 5,000 DOTA 2 invite keys up for grabs for StarHub customers Full 4G mobile services across Singapore by mid-2016 Beware of Phishing and Spam on Twitter 65Bits, Podcasts Tech65 no no First Looks: Sony Connected Entertainment Experience http://www.tech65.org/2012/03/22/first-looks-sony-connected-entertainment-experience/ http://www.tech65.org/2012/03/22/first-looks-sony-connected-entertainment-experience/#comments Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:30:09 +0000 Justin Ng http://www.tech65.org/?p=2871

Sony is delivering a new dimension of integrated entertainment and communication, giving consumers the ease and flexibility to share content on different platforms. Together, they elevate consumers’ entertainment experiences by allowing them to enjoy content and unique applications across various screen sizes and devices while at home or even on the go.

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Find out why Sony Xperia U ambient light bar is unique and what can it do.

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Once again, Sony has implemented new technology into their smart phone. Join us in seeing up coming Sony Xperia Phone, Sony Xperia Sola, and find out what’s new technology can be added into your phone in the upcoming future.

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- Daniel

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Stories in today’s episode:

  1. Britannica stops its presses after 244 years
  2. Mozilla reconsidering H.264 support
  3. Double Fine Studios Adventure Game breaks Kickstarter.com records
  4. PlayStation Store comes to Sony Xperia S
  5. LTE on new iPad won’t work with Singapore’s LTE
  6. Twitter Acquired Posterous
]]> http://www.tech65.org/2012/03/16/65bits-230-britannica-the-kids-these-days-hardly-knew-you/feed/ 0 0:06:30 Hey kids, did you know that in the past, when we wanted to find out more about something, we had to dig through these heavy stack of books on this giant shelf known as Britannica Encyclopedias? Well, thanks to Wikipedia, those encyclopedias can now [...] Hey kids, did you know that in the past, when we wanted to find out more about something, we had to dig through these heavy stack of books on this giant shelf known as Britannica Encyclopedias? Well, thanks to Wikipedia, those encyclopedias can now be found under the “Obsolete” entry (citation needed). - Daniel Background Music for 65Bits is courtesy of spinningmerkaba. Stories in today’s episode: Britannica stops its presses after 244 years Mozilla reconsidering H.264 support Double Fine Studios Adventure Game breaks Kickstarter.com records PlayStation Store comes to Sony Xperia S LTE on new iPad won’t work with Singapore’s LTE Twitter Acquired Posterous 65Bits, Podcasts Tech65 no no Gear65 #112 – Sony Xperia S http://www.tech65.org/2012/03/07/gear65-112-sony-xperia-s/ http://www.tech65.org/2012/03/07/gear65-112-sony-xperia-s/#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 04:13:21 +0000 Daniel http://www.tech65.org/?p=2813

NFC isn’t something new in today’s smartphones, but the Xperia S uses it in a very innovative way. Check out this episode of Gear65 as we go hands on with the first phone that is no longer branded Sony Ericsson, but Sony, and the first phone that’s part of Sony’s new NXT line of phones.

Link: Sony Xperia S

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We have gotten the first Sony mobile, Sony Xperia S to unbox for you. Sony Xperia S is the first phone to be release after Sony and Sony Ericsson merge as one. Check out the video and find out what’s does Sony Xperia S comes with. You will be surprise that it comes with some cable that most manufacture does not supply.

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- Daniel

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Stories this week:

  1. HTC One
  2. Nokia 2012
  3. Sony Xperia NXT 2012
  4. Huawei Ascend: D and Mediapad 10 FHD
  5. Samsung Galaxy Beam, Galaxy Tab 2 (10.1) & Galaxy Note 10.1
]]> http://www.tech65.org/2012/02/28/65bits-225-mobile-world-conference-2012/feed/ 0 0:06:30 It’s the annual Mobile World Conference right now, the trade show where all the big players in the mobile industry come out and play. So what have the major mobile manufacturers shown off so far? - Daniel Background Music for 65Bits is courtes[...] It’s the annual Mobile World Conference right now, the trade show where all the big players in the mobile industry come out and play. So what have the major mobile manufacturers shown off so far? - Daniel Background Music for 65Bits is courtesy of spinningmerkaba. Stories this week: HTC One Nokia 2012 Sony Xperia NXT 2012 Huawei Ascend: D and Mediapad 10 FHD Samsung Galaxy Beam, Galaxy Tab 2 (10.1) & Galaxy Note 10.1 65Bits, Podcasts Tech65 no no ES #6: Official Launch of Sony PS Vita http://www.tech65.org/2012/02/26/es-6-official-launch-of-sony-ps-vita/ http://www.tech65.org/2012/02/26/es-6-official-launch-of-sony-ps-vita/#comments Sun, 26 Feb 2012 09:00:34 +0000 Mohd Hisham http://www.tech65.org/?p=2762 http://tech65.smugmug.com/hack/feed.mg?Type=gallery&Data=21593424_8gjsbK&format=rss200

PS Vita Wi-Fi model released in Singapore on 22nd February, 2012 at a Suggested Retail Price of SGD 399.

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We find out more from Michael Humphrey, Designer of WipeOut™ 2048, on the challenges faced, if any, transitioning from developing WipeOut onthe PS3 to the PS Vita.

]]> http://www.tech65.org/2012/02/24/the-interview-michael-humphrey-designer-of-wipeout-2048/feed/ 0 Like a Boss – Sony Ericsson Xperia pro Contest http://www.tech65.org/2012/02/15/like-a-boss-sony-ericsson-xperia-pro-contest/ http://www.tech65.org/2012/02/15/like-a-boss-sony-ericsson-xperia-pro-contest/#comments Wed, 15 Feb 2012 10:11:29 +0000 Justin Lee http://www.tech65.org/?p=2676

We will be giving away one Sony Ericsson Xperia pro (worth SGD$370) to a lucky winner.

How to take part:

All you have to do is to submit a photo of with your best “like a boss” pose in the comments.

Submit it before 18th February 2012 2359 SGT.

Terms and Conditions:

  1. This contest is only open to people residing in Singapore.
  2. One lucky winner will be announced and receive an email.
  3. Decision is final.

About Sony Ericsson Xperia pro:

The Sony Ericsson Xperia pro is an Android business smartphone packed with fascinating entertainment features and business functionalities. Its smart QWERTY slide-out keyboard makes typing a breeze while the OfficeSuite Pro allows users to edit your documents on-the-go.

Update: Winner is Stephanie for her winning entry “My nephew watching Sesame Street #likeaboss :) ” Congratulations. You will be contacted through email over the next few days. Let us know if you haven’t hear from us yet.

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We were invited to check out the XBA series, Sony’s newest range of balanced armature driver earphones, approximately before they hit the shelves in Singapore. Here are our first impressions of the 11 new models launched.

For more pictures of the event and the XBA-1, check out our EventStory here!

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