ASUS LCD monitor with built-in webcam unveiled

The 20", 16:10 widescreen PW201 comes equipped with high-quality 2 stereo built in speakers to provide an enjoyable audio and video experience right out of the box for those who take pride in their entertainment system.

With the 1.3M-pxiel, high-resolution webcam built in, the PW201 is not just a display, but a right-out-of-the-box video conferencing solution as well. Rich video input and USB 2.0 support turn the all-new monitor into the ideal visual solution for business and entertainment.

The PW201 was created with viewing comfort in mind, and that includes the overall product appearance as well. The pivot aluminum neck stylishly contrasts the monitor's frame, but most importantly, it enables easy adjustment of viewing angles (landscape and portrait), tilt angles and height most suitable for different sitting positions. Supporting composite A/V input, S-video input, Component Input, DVI-input and D-sub-input, the PW201 is interoperable with game consoles, digital cameras, video recorders, DVD players and STBs. The earphone jack and the USB ports located on the side complete this advanced display solution. Need to research on the Internet, but a championship game is about to start on TV? The PW201 offers PIP function and has the capability to display images of two different signals at the same time. This wide screen monitor has a price tag of Taka 50,000/-.

Basis launches IT innovation search programme 'Aabishkarer Khoje'

StarTech Desk

Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (Basis) is going to organise an IT innovation search programme 'Aabish karer Khoje', says a press release.

Basis is organising this event with an aim of identifying, promoting and supporting IT innovations that deserve exposure. Students, academicians, professionals or any individual with innovative IT projects can participate in this programme. Under this programme, selected IT projects will be especially exhibited at the upcoming Basis Softexpo 2006 for free.

This year Basis Softexpo, the annual mega exposition of software and IT services will be held from November 21 to 25 at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre. Interested applicants should send their project details to: Aabishkarer Khoje, IT Innovation Search Programme, Basis, BSRS Bhaban (5th Floor), 12, Kawran Bazar, Dhaka-1215; latest by November 7, 2006 or visit: www.softexpo.com.bd /iisp for details.