Boxee is a new TV-like application that allows you to joggle with your movies, pictures and music on Windows, Linux and Mac.

Now, the program hit the beta version and it’s bringing forward improved web content acting just like an all-in-one jukebox.

The user interface is brand new and the Windows version ditched the OpenGL in favor of the DirectX.

The most important change surrounds the TV Shows & Movies section allowing you now to search by title instead of web site (Hulu, YouTube, Joost).
Last but not like there’s the Boxee Queue that will help you mark your favorite programs and watch them on a later date.
If you’ve signed up to test the new beta you should check out your email because Boxee will be sending invitations over the next month.

Companies worldwide are trying very hard to challenge the iPod’s supremacy by releasing to the market all kind of PMPs one more common than the other.

Today time has come for the Onda VX520 to make its weak statement.

The devices can handle 720p videos on its delicate 3” LCD display and will get along just fine with the HDTV via an HDMI port.

Also, it supports MKV, DAT, RMVB, FLV, MOV and AVI files but that simply won’t do it.

It’s a pretty decent device but it still has a long way to go till it reached the pole position.

In case you didn’t know, Google is offering downloads and streaming in China but what about the rest of us?

According to some rumors Google is training hard to become a viable adversary for iTunes. Android just started gaining recognition in the world of mobile handset market so what other reason to take another step further.

Google has fame and background experience and these two aspects will most certainly play important roles in a music future.

Let’s wish them all the best because a fight between two titans can only bring good products and services for us all.

The iPod industry is writing its own page in the tech’s history but unfortunately for all shuffle fans the apple-shaped company is not planning to add a video camera to the iPod touch in the nearest future.

But don’t worry, every problem has a solution and this particular one is offered by Xiangyun Industry Co. This company just announced on the market the Mini MP3 DV Cam – a camcorder with no music playback functionality.

Inside the iPod shuffle-looking case the device packs a 1.3 megapixel sensor (640 x 480 resolution) and a built-in memory card for storing your precious clips.

The entire package will set you back $15 or $30 depending on how many items you order because… the minimum order is 100.

The plug-in is fully compatible with all famous browsers and it recognizes almost any embedded Flash video not just YouTube or any other member of the You family.

In addition to all that, the RealPlayer SP offers very good quality conversion for Blackberry, PSP, iPhone, G1 and much more. iFans should know that the video conversions from iPhone and iPod Touch are zapped directly into the iTunes library.

That being said, you should definitely give this app a try and you won’t regret it.

The PenCam can shoot 720p video using a 5 megapixels sensor and 4GB of internal memory. Another important aspect is that it connects to the TV via HDMI and last but not least, you can upload files to YouTube using directly the camera’s software.

We’ll keep you posted with info on pricing and release dates!

The unit uses its 19-inch form factor to attract the business, government and education segments because it doesn’t aim for the 16:9 or 16:10 lovers.

The specs list also comprises a 900:1 contrast ratio, a 1,280 x 1,024 resolution, 5ms response time, 250 nits of brightness, an all-business, all-black bezel and a 4-way ergonomic stand.

The only downside is that the manufacturer decided to charge $259 for this baby.

The price per song will range from 89 cents to $1.29 and the buying process is very simple. You can only buy the songs that have a “buy” button next to them. Once you’ve chosen the song all you have to do is to click, enter the card info and then… go.

If you look closely you’ll see in the corner of the purchase screen other options linking to Amazon or iTunes.

For the time being, the purchases are available on the main website. We’ll keep you posted with more info as soon as possible.

The new Mini E series of HTPCs are now available in shops all over Seoul in various configurations and the top model features an Atom N330 processor, 2GB of RAM, a 320GB hard drive, NVIDIA’s GeForce 9400M GPU, VGA / DVI / HDMI outputs, built-in WiFi, Ethernet and as many USB sockets and audio / in ports you can think of.

We’ll keep you posted with more information on pricing and / or a stateside release date.

The Solar Sound (that’s the name of the device) boasts with two 2w speakers, a built-in mic for hands-free calling because you can pair it with your phone, a retractable 3.5mm cable, a beautiful panel display and a pretty resistant 8 hours internal battery that will recharge in 12 to 24 hours from the solar panel. When there’s no light you can charge it via AC or USB but the life will drop to 4 hours.

The system is available right now on the official website for $79.