New Flyboy HD Portable Multimedia Player Lifts LCD Clarity to New Heights
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December 23rd, 2005
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Video Without Boundaries, Inc., a leading provider of interactive, media-convergent home entertainment devices, today announced its new Flyboy HD™, a breakthrough in video quality for entertainment lovers on the go. Featuring an innovative 960 x 234 pixel backlit LCD display, the Flyboy HD™ plays home video, recorded TV programs, movies, video podcasts and more with a clarity and brightness that rivals screens many times its size.
The Flyboy HD™’s 20GB Hard Disk Drive (HDD), Secure Digital (SD) card slot, and USB 2.0 support enables users to store, transfer, and organize the full range of digital entertainment, from thousands of MP3 songs to over 100,000 still photos or up to 20 movies. Add the Flyboy HD™’s optional MPEG-4 video camcorder module, and you can capture live A/V video of any activity or occasion, storing it on the internal HDD or plug-in SD card. “VWB’s new Flyboy HD™ is a great addition to our portable line because it gives videophiles a mobile playback device they can truly enjoy,” said Jeffrey Harrell, VWB President and CEO. “As new technologies continue to become available, our goal is to bring people not only the most advanced and easy-to-use PMP devices possible, but also the best value. The VWB Flyboy HD™ meets those criteria better than any PMP on the market today.”
“VWB’s new Flyboy HD™ is a great addition to our portable line because it gives videophiles a mobile playback device they can truly enjoy,” said Jeffrey Harrell, VWB President and CEO. “As new technologies continue to become available, our goal is to bring people not only the most advanced and easy-to-use PMP devices possible, but also the best value. The VWB Flyboy HD™ meets those criteria better than any PMP on the market today.”.
Direct Sunlight
The Flyboy HD™’s high-resolution color LCD is supported by LED backlight technology that offers the brightest picture possible. Even in direct sunlight, viewers can enjoy their favorite movie or photo album without difficulty.
Flyboy HD can record movies or television programs in top quality MPEG-4 format, with a simple one cord connection to DVD players, VCRs, or cable and satellite set-top boxes. Adding to the Flyboy HD™’s versatility is its ability to output sound and images to an external TV or projector using the device’s NTSC/PAL audio/video output cables. Via the USB 2.0 port, recorded video can also be transferred to a PC for backup or playback.
Music, Photo Capabilities
Also new in the Flyboy HD™’s list of features is a 3X zoom in/out function for the digital photo album. Select from full-screen or thumbnail viewing for faster navigation; a two-speed auto slideshow function turns the Flyboy HD™ into a personal photo gallery.
For music enjoyment, the Flyboy HD™ supports MP3 and RM format audio files with full file management and jukebox features. A keyboard function allows users to create personal names for their files to make organization easier.
Rounding out the Flyboy HD™’s multimedia capabilities is a Digital Voice Recorder with built-in microphone. Users can record up to 910 hours of lectures, meetings, speeches or other voice input on the internal HDD using the timer function and play back the recordings on the unit’s onboard stereo speakers or high fidelity ear buds (included).
Pricing and Availability
Flyboy HD™ comes complete with Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery, auto-voltage DC adapter/charger, infrared remote control, USB and A/V cables, ear buds, carrying pouch and software CD, with optional camcorder module available. The unit carries an MSRP under $400 (USD) and will begin shipping to leading computer and consumer electronics distributors and retailers beginning in Q1 of 2006. Additionally, the Flyboy HD will be on display at the International CES in Las Vegas, Nevada January 5-8, 2006.
For more about VWB’s innovative MediaREADY product line including Flyboy™ and CoPilot™ products, or to purchase any VWB product, visit www.vwbinc.com
About Video Without Boundaries
Video Without Boundaries (OTCBB: VDWB ) is a leader in digital media-on-demand, enhanced home entertainment, and interactive products that connect people simply. VWB is focused on delivering flexible Consumer Electronics-based products and services that are affordable, easy to use, and simple to understand. For more information, visit www.vwbinc.com
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