Transcend's photo frame - Rs 8,000

Transcend recently unveiled its new photo frame with a storage space of upto 2GB (read: it can store upto 9,000 digital pictures, without the need of external storage) and accepts most of the memory cards available in the market.

Transcend PF810 Digital Photo Frame

The Transcend PF810 Digital photo frame is one of their largest digital photo frames with an 8-inch screen, however with a rather medioce resolution of 800x600. It offers an internal storage capacity of 2GB, which is plenty for images, and supports a number of storage expansion via SD / SDHC / MMC / MS / CF cards. It can even read images from a pen drive.

The Transcend PF810 Digital Photo Frame has quite a few high end features which add to its price but not as much to the value. For instance, the PF810 features an orientation sensor which will automatically displays the images in their correct orientation based on how the device itself is oriented. While this feature is certainly welcome, it is of doubtful utility in a device which is expected to be kept at a single place for extended periods of time. A manual control for the same might have sufficed for those who do change the orientation only once in a while.

Transcend launches portable CD/DVD writer

The need for an external CD/DVD writer is more than ever. Transcend, a global leader in storage and multimedia products, introduced its first portable CD/DVD writer, offering customers a slim and stylish choice to go with these laptops.

No external power adapter is needed for the gadget, as the CD/DVD writer is entirely USB powered, drawing its electric power directly from the computer’s USB ports.

“As notebook computers become increasingly smaller and lighter, built-in CD or DVD drives and writers are often not included. Transcend’s new 8X slim portable CD/DVD writer was created specifically for use with compact notebooks, and features an ultra-thin and sleek design, making it stylish, compact and easy to carry around. Whether relaxing at home or traveling abroad, notebook users now have the freedom to enjoy DVD movies, install essential software or create data backup discs anytime, anywhere.

The CD/DVD writer comes bundled with a full-featured copy of the powerful media writing software CyberLink Power2Go, and also includes a bonus 30-day trial version of CyberLink’s MediaShow. With these easy-to-use software tools, users can burn music, data, video and even bootable discs in a variety of CD and DVD formats, including CD-R/RW, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, and DVD-RAM. The device also allows one to compile, arrange, and produce media files with a simple and straightforward software interface.

Users planning to upgrade to Microsoft’s newest operating system, Windows 7, can also rest assured that Transcend’s all-new CD/DVD writer is fully prepared. Having completely passed Windows 7 compatibility testing, the drive is guaranteed to work with both current and future systems.

With up to 8X DVD and 24X CD write speeds, plus support for the latest dual layer recordable DVD media formats, Transcend’s CD/DVD writer is now available for Rs. 4,300.

Transcend launches new MP330 portable music player

“The MP330 is a versatile digital music player with support for newer file formats such as FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) as well as MP3, WMA, WAV, and even WMA-DRM10 protected music files. Besides featuring a high signal-to-noise ratio of over 90dB to deliver superior audio output quality, the MP330 provides seven advanced equaliser effects to choose from, including a special user-customisable option that allows music playback to be tailored to match specific music tastes and styles”.

Physically, the MP330 has a carefully crafted smooth shape that is compact (83mm x 25.5mm x 11.5mm) and lightweight (just 25gms). Additionally, the MP330 is equipped with a unique removable sport clip that gives users more flexibility to match their listening habits.

The player features a bright OLED display that can easily be viewed at any angle, even in broad daylight.

Aside from its sleek looks and digital music playback capabilities, the player doubles as a portable storage device. Thanks to its built-in USB connector, the MP330 operates just like a USB flash drive, allowing users to transfer files without the hassle of carrying around bulky cables.

The gadget also boasts of an impressive collection of value-added functions. The player's line-in feature can be used to record music from an external source such as a CD player, while its A-B repeat, variable track playback speeds, and advanced voice recorder serve as excellent tools whether at work, at school or anywhere. The device also includes an FM radio and sing-along synchronised lyrics display with support for 14 different languages.

The feature-packed MP330 is currently available in three capacities, and in two colours (black or white), with a 2-year warranty:

2GB – Rs. 2,500

4GB – Rs. 3,000

8GB – Rs. 4,000

Transcend launches ultra-fast CompactFlash cards for Indian photographers

When using a DSLR camera, the reading and writing speeds of your flash card as well as its durability are of utmost important. The new CompactFlash (CF) card from Transcend seeks to address these issues.

The Extreme Plus 600x CF cards use ultra DMA 6 (UDMA), the fastest speed available for flash cards, to deliver transfer speeds of up to 92MB/s read and 87MB/s write. This ability to instantly store extremely high-resolution image data makes consecutive shooting and non-stop video recording easier than ever.

To assure robust, long-life durability and guaranteed performance, Transcend’s 600X CF cards are manufactured using only the most advanced Flash controllers and premium quality NAND Flash memory chips. In addition, each card contains built-in ECC (Error Correction Code) that automatically detects and corrects errors during data transfer, and also utilizes a sophisticated wear-leveling algorithm for consistent long-life operation. For further peace of mind, all Transcend CF cards are comprehensively tested for compatibility, speed and reliability.

Summing up the features:

• Ultra-fast 600X performance with four-channel support

• Manufactured with brand-name MLC NAND Flash chips

• Conforms to CF Type I standards

• Data transfer rate: 87MB/s write, 92MB/s read

• Supports Ultra DMA mode 0-6

• Support high-end DSLR

• CompactFlash 4.0 compliant

• Built-in hardware ECC technology for detecting and correcting errors

• ATA interface

• Low power consumption

• Multi-platform compatibility

• RoHS compliant

Available with a 2-year warranty, the 8GB CompactFlash card retails at Rs 8,000, while the 16GB card will set you back by Rs 16,000

Transcend Antivirus USB Flash Drive With Trend Micro

Transcend today announced its alliance with Trend Micro, Inc., an Internet content security company, to offer advanced Trend Micro USB Security software preloaded on its newest USB flash drive, the JetFlash V15 in India. To combat a rise in autorun malware that infect removable drives and then spread across networks, a unique software called Trend Micro USB Security was developed specifically to counter malicious content in files transferred to a USB flash drive. The press release said, with its easy-to-use interface and simple one-step activation process, Trend Micro USB Security protects the JetFlash V15 right from the moment it is plugged in. If threats are discovered, users will be alerted and all infected files will be quarantined.

When the JetFlash V15 is plugged into a computer with Internet access, Trend Micro USB Security will automatically download and install the latest security updates directly onto the drive. Transcend's capless JetFlash V15 flash drive features a retractable USB connector with lock-switch, which makes the drive easier to use and protects it from damage during travel.

Pricing and Availability
The 4GB version of the new V15 costs Rs.1,500 and the 8GB Rs. 2,900. They come with a three year warranty.

Transcend Launches 16GB MicroSD Card and P3 USB Card Reader

Transcend has announced the availability of a kit that includes a 16GB microSDHC card and Transcend P3 compact USB card reader in India. The reader is small and light enough to attach to your cell phone, PDA, or keychain. The microSD card has built in error correcting code to detect and transfer errors.The RoHS compliant card support auto-standby, power-off and sleep modes and comes with a three-year warranty. The card reader however only carries a two year warranty. The products are rated for 10,000 insertion / removal cycles. The kit has an MRP of Rs.6,000.

Transcend USB Flash Drives Now Feature eSobi Software

Transcend has announced its alliance with esobi to offer enhanced versions of its popular 8GB JetFlash V30 USB flash drives which will now come preloaded with the powerful eSobi Internet information management software.

Users can also choose from 21 preset regional channels to subscribe to their favorite news feeds, search Google, Yahoo, and MSN simultaneously, and also make use of eSobi's built-in web page editor for quick note-taking and sharing news and information with friends. The JetFlash V30 has a tiny, curved and ultra-compact body which measures just 60x16.5x8.1mm and weighs only 7g. It is literally smaller than a finger and can be stored in your wallet too. The Transcend JetFlash V30 USB flash drive is compatible with Windows 98 SE/ 2000/ Me/ XP/Vista, Mac OS 9.0/ OS X and Linux Kernel 2.4.2 or later.

It comes with a 2 year warranty and is priced at Rs.2,000.

Transcend Announces 300x 16GB CF Memory Card

Transcend Information recently announced the availability of its new Extreme Speed 300X CompactFlash Card in India.

Transcend's Extreme Speed 300X CompactFlash cards operate in dual-channel Ultra DMA mode 5, the fastest speed available for CF cards. This interface allows Transcend's 300X CF cards to achieve fast read/write speeds of up to 45MB per second on average, making consecutive shooting and non-stop video recording with today's high-performance digital single lens reflex cameras (DSLR) easier.

To ensure reliable, glitch-free data communication and prevent data corruption or missing files, Transcend's 300X CF cards are built with an advanced ECC (Error Correction Code) that automatically detects and corrects errors during data transfer. During the manufacturing process, Transcend claims to use only brand name, top-tier SLC NAND Flash chips and premium quality components to ensure robust, long-life durability and guaranteed performance. All CF cards are comprehensively tested for compatibility, speed and reliability and carry Transcend's international Lifetime Warranty. Transcend's
Extreme Speed 300X CF cards are now available in 4GB, 8GB and 16GB capacities.

The 4GB version is priced at Rs. 4,000, 8GB at Rs. 6,000 and the 16GB model costs Rs. 11,000. These figures are MRP and market prices tend to be lower.