This digital photo frame, designed to look like a retro TV set, is small enough to hang on a keyring and it will allow you to easily bring some of your favorite photographs on the go.

To transfer images to the frame and to recharge it, simply hook it up via a USB port. Unfortunately, there is no information about the storage capacity for this photo viewer.

The TV Digital Photo Keyring will soon be available from the Thumbs Up website. The suggested retail price has been set to £19.99 (about $33 USD).

The Hong Kong based Hi-Den Vision company introduces HD-0311 – a device described as the “world’s smallest HDMI hi-def photo player for those who love photography and traveling”.

It’s not only the smallest photo or media player for viewing photos in large HDTV up to 1080p hdmi resolution, but also allows customization with remote control when viewing photos.

Travelers don’t need to stick to small LCD of their digital cameras in reviewing everyday photos during the journey, instead they can review photos once they sit back and relax in hotel rooms. HD-0311 is also capable of playing music and video clips.

The portable HD-0311 HDMI player from Hi-Den Vision measures 4.8(W) x 10.1(L) x 1.6(H) cm and weighs 50g. No word on pricing yet.

This portable multimedia player from Yundai features a built-in DVB-T receiver, allowing you to watch digital Freeview TV on the 4.3-inch high quality LCD screen.

On the off-chance you tire of its amazing Freeview channels, this beautifully engineered bit of kit also acts as an MP4 video player, audio player and picture viewer. Simply pop in your media (using the Mini SD Card slot or the USB port) and you can gawp at your favourite movies and holiday snaps and listen to your latest tunes. It even acts as an FM radio.

Touch sensitive buttons give this chic travelling companion a classy designer edge, whilst the rechargeable battery gives up to 3.5 hours viewing time in TV mode or 7.5 hours in video mode. Listen to your MP3s and you’ll get a whopping 42.5 hours of sonic pleasure.

As well as all the relevant leads and doodahs, the Portable Digital TV comes complete with quality earphones and a soft carry case. And to think the only thing that used to come with a portable telly was backache, interference and a whopping great bill for the batteries.

Features and Specifications:

• 4.3-inch High quality LCD Screen
• In-built DVB-T Receiver (Freeview TV)
• MP4 Video Player
• Audio Player
• FM Radio
• Text Viewer
• Image Viewer
• Ultra slim compact design
• Touch sensitive buttons
• 3.5 hour battery life in DVB-T mode
• 42.5 hour battery life in MP3 Mode
• 7.5 hour battery life in Video mode
• Mini SD Card Slot
• USB 2.0 High Speed
• LCD: TFT WQVGA 480 x 272
• 16 million colours
• MP3, WMA, OGG and WAV Audio support
• AVI and WMV9 Video support
• JPG, BMP, PNG Image support
• FM Radio: 87.5 – 108 Mhz
• Audio output – stereo 3.5mm socket
• Internal Memory: 1GB
• External Mini SD Card up to 2GB
• Internal Li-Polymer rechargeable battery 1700mA

The Portable Digital TV is available from Firebox.com for £139.95 (about $209 USD).

Silicon Mountain Holdings, Inc. today announced its design for a 32 and 42-inch high definition LCD-TV with an integrated, full-function PC and Blu-Ray/DVD player.

The flagship marries a full-HD 42-inch LCD display with a Blu-Ray/DVD player, integrated digital recorder for PVR and a powerful PC, based on the Intel Core2Duo E8400 processor, 4GB of RAM from Silicon Mountain, a 1TB hard drive and the 64-bit version of Windows Vista Home Premium.

In addition to the analog and digital audio-video inputs common to high-def televisions, Allio includes wireless and wired networking capabilities and several USB ports to extend the experience to other computers and peripherals in the home.

Six configurations are available:

The entry-level 32″ and 42″ Allio with an Intel 2.5 GHz PDC E5200, 250GB of storage, 2GB of RAM, DVD/CD support and Vista Home Premium retails for $1,599 and $1,999.

The middle system in the series adds PVR and Blu-Ray support and an upgraded 2.54 GHz Core2Duo E7200 processor for $2,199 and $2,399.

The flagship Allio system ups the ante on the intermediate option, upgrading the RAM and storage to 4GB and 1TB, respectively, for $2,399 and $2,799.

Orders for the Allio HD TV / PC are being taken now at the Visionman website.

This new retro inspired television set will turn your 3rd generation iPod Nano into a TV – giving you a fun way to increase the screen size and volume of your Apple player.

This mini TV-set enhances the Nano’s video feature by magnifying its screen up to 2.8 inches and playing the sound through speakers.

Styled like a combo TV and VCR, a Nano TV and iPod Nano together offer the same kind of functionality that an old-school TV combo used to. Even more, in fact, as the Nano can store far more video that could be recorded on a bulky old video tape!

Its light weight and compact size also means that the Nano TV is ideal for flights or to take with you when travelling too.

The iPod Nano 3G TV will soon be available from the Thumbs Up UK website. The suggested retail price has been set to £14.99 (about $23 USD).

Fans of modern retro gadgets like the Telephone USB Hub and the iPod Speaker Dock Lamp can now “enjoy” waking up to the sound of classic game show themes with this alarm clock designed like an old TV.

It displays color changing text patterns that would easily get annoying while trying to sleep. Luckily it includes a remote for turning off the display among other things.

Features

• The clock has a TV test signal background like years of yonder, and it plays game show jingles
• Made of durable plastic materials
• LCD displays hour and minute, 12 hour format
• Month and date display button
• 4 different alarms
• Three function buttons: Mood light ON/OFF button, Mode Button, Set Button
• Remote control mood light ON/OFF up to 2 meter
• Colorful flash mood light
• A handle on the top for easy to carry
• Powered by 3 x AAA batteries or 4.5V DC adaptor (both not included).

The Retro TV Game Show Alarm Clock with Remote Control ($19.99) from SourcingMap is powered using 3 x AAA batteries or a 4.5V DC adaptor (not included in the price).

(Via Coolest Gadgets, CraziestGadgets and GadgetsAlerts)

iRecorder is a handy little device that plugs into your TV and your iPod. You can then transfer movies, TV shows etc. to your portable audio player without using a computer.

It will record from analog TV, cable, set top box, satellite receiver box, DVD or your Camcorder. As long as there’s an RCA jack output from your source, you can plug it into this device’s AV-IN jack to record.

The iRecorder also has an AV OUT for you to preview or play your video on your TV. The USB jack lets you simply plug in your iPod, or whatever, and store your recorded video directly to it. The gizmo is compatible with iPods, Nano (3rd generation), iPod Classic or any other USB device media device that can play Mpeg4s.

Features:

• A sleek, white recorder that lets you record your tv programmes, DVD and Camcorder footage or satellite directly onto your ipod.
• You won’t need to use iTunes or a computer to import the programmes.
• For every 1GB of storage that your iPod has, the iRecorder will give you 3 hours of footage.
• The iRecorder has a AV-IN jack so you can plug in any device with an RCA jack output.
• The iRecorder has an AV-OUT so you can playback your recorded bits on the TV again.
• A USB jack to plug in your iPod and directly transfer the recorded video.
• A remote control that allows you to set the timer of the iRecorder to record your favourite programmes.
• 2 sets of 3-to-1 AV cables.
• Compatible with the iPod Nano 3rd Generation, iPod Classic, Video iPod (30G/80G) with USB cable (comes with your iPod package), USB mass storage device with USB cable, Video input source with RCA jacks such as VCR, TV cable box, satellite box, DVD or Camcorder or a TV or LCD TV for preview and menu display.
• Not compatible with the iPhone or iPod Touch.
• Requires a mains plug (UK adaptor included).
• Size: 11 x 9 x 1.5cm.

The iRecorder is available from I Want One of Those for £99.95 (About $158 USD).

(Unplggd via GearCrave via Newlaunches via SlipperyBrick)

The stylish stainless steel Vela Range Hood from ILVE, made by Italian designer Marco Valerio Agretti, features a set of touch screen controls and a built-in 10-inch LCD TV.

With its sleek and attention-grabbing design, the VELA Rangehood has the power to remove all cooking fumes, including indoor barbecuing and the most intense grilling or stir-frying cooking with its fantastic 4 speed touch control extraction. It also has an optional automatic switch-on and speed regulation.

Features:

• AS 304 Stainless Steel
• Hardened glass with black serigraph
• Washable anti-grease filter
• Easy cleaning system
• Available in exhaust of filter version
• Touch screen commands
• 4 speed
• Adjustable and delayed self-switching off (from 5 to 20 minutes)
• System for automatic switching on with regulation of the speed in accordance with the quantity of heat from the cooking (optional)
• 2 centrifugal motors
• Upper or back 150 mm. outlet
• 10inch flat LCD monitor with remote control
• RCA cable outlet and DVD input

Visit the ILVE website for more info about Vela Range Hood (no word on pricing).

(Via Home Improvement Ideas)

Fans of geeky gadgets and the Star Wars saga can now match the Darth Vader Radio and CD Player with a 14-inch TV that also comes with an integrated DVD player.

Of course, no Star Wars TV is complete without a remote control shaped like the number one Jedi weapon. On one side you will find all the buttons needed to control the TV and the DVD player, and the other side is designed to look like a lightsaber.

The DVD player is capable of playing CD, CD-R, CD-RW and DVD discs and the speakers are integrated in the black Darth Vader helmet inspired TV design.

The combo is mains powered and the remote requires 2 x AA batteries.

You can get the Star Wars TV/DVD with Lightsaber Remote from the Toys R Us UK or Littlewoods Direct website for £130 (about $212 USD).

This portable widescreen TV from the Japanese Nikkai company features a 7 inches large LCD screen and the possibility to receive both digital and analog TV channels.

Powered by rechargeable battery or mains supply it means you can pick up digital freeview channels as well as standard terrestrial stations on the go.

WIth over a 2 hour battery life you can take this on a picnic or walk and not miss your favourite show or game. All accessories are supplied inculding full-function remote control and AV cable and there is an integrated stand so it can be mounted on a table or shelf.

Features:

• Receive Digital and Analogue TV channels
• Built-in rechargeable batteries to watch TV anywhere
• Ideal TV to watch that unmissable sport and soaps action in the garden, at a picnic or at work
• Power and recharge through car/caravan (12V) or mains (230V)
• Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)
• Auto-scanning for easy TV channel setup
• Stores 256 analogue channels and 999 digital channels including favourites
• On-screen display allows you to adjust brightness, contrast, colour and volume
• Internal full range speakers with output to add additional external speakers or use headphones
• Video input allows the connection to a camcorder, VCR/DVD or security camera
• Video output use as a digital receiver for a larger TV

The Portable 7-Inch Widescreen LCD TV from Nikkai is available over at the Maplin website for £99.99 (about $173 USD).

(Pocket-lint via Techfresh via Prylfeber)

Fans of the British 60s sci-fi TV series “Doctor Who” can now get their hands on a nice set of Dalek coasters that will look great together with this Easter egg cup and spoon.

Four brilliant coasters featuring different images of The Doctor’s nemesis the Daleks packaged in a tin case.

The Doctor Who – Dalek Coasters are available from the Forbidden Planet International website for £4.99 (about $9 USD).

Yes, we have seen them before, those mega size remote controls. This hard-to-misplace model from Zeon is capable of controlling your TV, DVD and satellite box.

With its over-grown size and large, squishy buttons, novelty gadget fans, plus anyone who has trouble with their eyesight, will love the Jumbo Universal Remote. Take control of your multimedia empire with the daddy of universal remote controls and manage your TV, DVD player and satellite box from one convenient, mutant-sized device.

The Jumbo Universal Remote is compatible with hundreds of devices, including most major brands. Simply use the remote control codes to synch the Jumbo Universal Remote with your TV and DVD player etc and you’re good to go. Grab your Jumbo Remote today – you’ll need both hands.

Main Features

• Replace your remote controls with one convenient unit
• Universal remote control for your TV, DVD and satellite box
• Huge novelty size with large squishy buttons
• Great novelty gadget
• Ideal for the visually impaired
• Requires 2 AA batteries (not included)

The Jumbo Universal Remote Control is available from Gizoo for £9.95 (about $18).

This dual band GSM/GPRS multimedia cell phone is equipped with a rotatable 3-inch TFT LCD widescreen and features like TV, Bluetooth, digital camera and an FM radio.

Not only does the screen rotate, but the images/videos on the screen change from portrait to landscape mode.

Contained within the user friendly software interface are a bevy of multimedia features such as analog TV, FM Radio, MP3/MP4 player, digital camera, digital video recorder, image viewer, sound recorder, and Ebook reader.

Unlike competing multimedia phones, this one is not locked into any particular network carrier, so feel free to use your unlocked cell phone with whatever carrier you prefer.

Features:

• Main function: Mobile phone with rotating screen for HQ multimedia viewing (Dual-band, Dual-SIM cell phone)
• Additional function: Digital life device; TV, digital camera and video, picture viewer, MP3/MP4 player, E-Book reader
• Pre-loaded software tools include; Calendar, Alarm, World Clock, Calculator, Unit Converter, Call Secretary, User Profile Manager
• Rich environment SMS and MMS editor and viewer for maximum productivity and fun
• Contact Manager with multiple picture, video and ringer association options
• Built-in telescoping antenna for clear TV and Radio reception
• Full bluetooth support; contains profiles for all eight major bluetooth mobile phone services
• Powerful hi-fi speaker; hear your calls, tv, radio, and music clearly and without the need for earphones
• Screen: 3.0 inch TFT LCD (with 16:9 mode)
• Screen Resolution: 320×240
• Memory: 256MB internal TF Card
• FM Radio 87.5-108Mhz with audio program recording
• Talk Time: Up to 6 hrs, Music Play: Up to 12 hrs (LCD off mode), Video Time: Up to 3 hrs, Stand By: Up to 120 hrs
• GSM Compatibility: Dual Band 900MHz, 1800MHz
• Dimensions: 109mm x 52 x 24mm (L x W x H)

The Flip and Swivel Combo Cell Phone – Multimedia Bluetooth Dualband will be “available soon” from the Chinavision website. No word on pricing.

The new Gyration Air Music Remote from Movea, Inc. enables you to navigate, play media, and take complete control of your digital music library from up to 100 feet away using radio frequency technology.

The Air Music Remote controls all digital home entertainment with the ability to replace existing TV, cable, A/V and Media Center remotes, and eliminates the need for a mouse. With Movea’s industry leading MotionSense technology, the Air Music Remote allows the use of natural hand movements to control the on-screen cursor and all aspects of Windows Media Center software with pinpoint precision. It includes standard menu navigation, an alphanumeric keypad and shortcut buttons.

The back lit LCD screen makes it easy to navigate through your entire music library and take control of your iTunes or Windows Media Player content on your computer. The infrared universal learning remote provides you with control of up to three other audio / video electronic devices and includes an extensive remote code library of components to select from.

The Microsoft Green Button allows you to activate Microsoft’s Windows Media Center interface with the press of a button plus shortcuts buttons launch My Videos, Mail, Web, My Radio, and Favorites. With seamless integration of the Internet and Windows Media Center, the Air Music Remote delivers access to IPTV, YouTube Video, or SlingBox entertainment from the web.

The Gyration Air Music Remote is available for $179.99 from the gyration.com website. Also see the official press release for more info about Movea’s new remote control.

(Via Engadget and SlashGear)

Earlier this month we saw the Shiny R/C Dalek and now fans of the British 60s sci-fi TV series “Doctor Who” can wake up with an alarm clock version of the Skaro habitant.

It is officially licenced by the BBC Doctor Who series, this Dalek shouts “Exterminate”, “You would make a good Dalek” or “You are an enemy of the Daleks, you must be destroyed” to wake you up in the morning.

Other features are flashing white ears, a flashing blue eye and blue LED lights on the feet. Turn off the alarm by pushing it’s head that activates pressure pads in the feet.

Features:

• One Talking Dalek Alarm Clock
• Officially licenced by the BBC
• 8 inch high size
• 3x classic phrases spoken
• Dalek ears glow white
• The eye glows blue
• Push head to turn alarm off
• LCD clock
• SET/MODE buttons
• Blue LEDs on feet
• Pressure feet pads turn alarm off
• Supplied in an attractive open window box
• Not suitable for children aged 3 years and less
• Size: Talking Dalek Alarm Clock H 20.3cm x W 13.0cm x D 16.5cm

The “Talking Dalek Alarm Clock” can be purchased from Otherland for £15.95 (about $29 USD) or from I Want One Of Those for £29.99 (about $55 USD).

(Via Toyology)

Fans of the British 60s sci-fi TV series “Doctor Who” will soon be able to get their hands on this silver chrome Dalek, based on the “Daleks – Invasion Earth 2150 AD” movie.

The 12-inch tall radio-controlled Skaro habitant features a pullback motor with realistic Dalek action, and has a built-in speaker to be able to play you quotes from the movie.

The Doctor Who 12-Inch RC Silver Chrome Movie Dalek has only been made in 1,000 copies. The product, estimated to arrive in August 2008, can be pre-ordered for $99.99 from the Entertainment Earth website.

This jumbo size remote control is almost one foot long and equipped with 22.2mm square buttons. It’s practically indestructible and said to have “all the bells and whistles one would expect from a high end remote”.

With the large 3-D buttons and its extra large format, this mega remote is perfect for all ages. The 4-in-1 remote control is designed for your TV, VCR, DVD and Satellite units so there will be no messing around with multiple remotes. It also has an easy to use button layout for intuitive use, and a favourite program button to quickly flip to your favourite channel.

The built in shock absorber is great for those accidental drops, and the rubberized edges will make sure your remote, and furniture is protected. You won’t lose this down the back of the sofa, and you won’t need your glasses to find it.

The Ultimate Mega Remote is yours for £19.95 (about $40 USD) over at the BoysStuff.co.uk website.

The Japanese Sanrio company has just announced a portable alternative to the Uniden Hello Kitty LCD TV, for those who want to be bale to take the famous cat out on the roads.

It features a 2.4-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 320×240 pixels and a built-in speaker 0.3 watt speaker. The size is 108(W) x 99(H) x 34(D) mm.

The Portable Hello Kitty LCD TV from Sanrio is available in Japan for 21,000 Japanese yen, which is about $201 USD.

(Akihabara News via Slippery Brick)

Pixar’s animated film about the adorable WALL-E robot has its world premiere today. If you can’t get enough of this trash-compacting fellow, you can now bring him home in the shape of a TV game.

The gaming device comes with four games, plugs directly into your TV (no console or additional software needed) and requires 4 x AA batteries.

Shaped just like the title character, Wall-E has buttons on his legs so you can control games when you plug this little guy into your television set.

The Disney/Pixar Wall-E Plug and Play TV Game is available from Amazon ($19.99) and from Entertainment Earth ($29.99).

This new Hello Kitty TV, available in white and pink or black and red, was recently announced by the Japanese electronics manufacturer Uniden.

The TL19TX1 is a user friendly 19-inch LCD TV with six Hello Kitty silhouettes portrayed on the front speaker panel. It features a resolution of 1440×810 pixels, a digital TV tuner and HDMI/component interfaces.

The Hello Kitty TV, which will only be released in Japan, will cost 69,800 YEN (about $650 USD) when it hits the stores next month.

(Via CrunchGear)