Lite-On’s iHES208 Blu-ray Combo Earns "Recommended Buy" Honor from Tom’s Hardware
Tom’s Hardware says iHES208 is the “Recommended Buy” after hands-on review and comparison
Fremont, CA – December 4, 2009 – Lite-On (www.liteonit.com), a global leader of optical storage solutions, earns the “Recommended Buy” distinction from a reviewer with Tom’s Hardware for the iHES208 internal 8x Blu-ray reader and CD/DVD writer.
Tom’s Hardware (www.tomshardware.com) is a Web site dedicated to delivering hard-hitting articles and reports to IT decision makers, consumers, technology buyers, industry analysts and purchasing influencers for technology products and services.
The article, “Watch Blu-ray And Burn DVDs: Three Low-Cost Solutions,” was written by Thomas Soderstrom and is copyrighted by Bestofmedia Group. The full article may be viewed here: http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/blu-ray-dvd,2483.html
The iHES208 provides consumers with an innovative way to play high-definition content, while maintaining the capability of archiving personal data files onto CD or DVD.It also comes equipped with LightScribe technology, allowing users to silkscreen any type of artwork directly onto the surface of the LightScribe-supported CD or DVD.
“We’re always excited to see our products recognized for superior performance,” said Christine Hsing, Marketing Manager at PLDS. “Having a high-profile outlet like Tom’s Hardware recommend the iHES208 to its readers is really an honor.”
The iHES208 reads Blu-ray discs at up to 8X and supports the following writing speeds: DVD±R at 16X, DVD±R DL and DVD+RW at 8X, DVD-RW at 6X and DVD-RAM at 12X.
The iHES208 has an MSRP of $159.99. For more product information, please visit www.liteonit.com.
About PLDS PLDS (Philips & Lite-On Digital Solutions) is a joint venture between Royal Philips Electronics and Lite-On IT Corporation that is responsible for the sales and marketing of Lite-On branded Optical Disc Drive (ODD) business. The combination of a strong R&D focus and access to enormous production capacity makes PLDS an industry leading company. PLDS is dedicated to excellence and devote best efforts to further expand innovative quality product offerings for the PC industry and strengthen its top global position in the ODD industry.
Lite-On Announces New eHAU424 External 24X DVD Writer
New eHAU424 offers 24X DVD writing, the fastest available speed in the market
Fremont, CA – November 18, 2009 – Lite-On (www.liteonit.com), a global leader of optical storage solutions, announces the eHAU424 external 24X DVD/CD writer. Incorporating a USB 2.0 connection, the eHAU424 allows for greater flexibility when using the drive across different computer systems.
Along with Lite-On’s internal 24X DVD writers, the eHAU424 offers the fastest DVD recording available. The eHAU424 also features both LightScribe and SmartErase –technologies designed for true power users who are concerned with more than just writing speeds.
“PLDS is excited to bring the extremely fast 24X writing speeds to an external unit,” said Christine Hsing, Marketing Manager at PLDS. “With features like LightScribe and SmartErase included, the drive is both high-quality and convenient to meet any users needs.”
The included LightScribe labeling technology allows users to label their discs without any marker or paper labels. Just burn data on the data-side of a LightScribe compatible disc, flip the disc over, reinsert it into the drive and burn a beautiful label based on personal artwork, text or photographs.
SmartErase, Lite-On’s patented technology provides users with a permanent solution for erasing discs with confidential data. With SmartErase, users can be sure that private and sensitive data is securely erased and cannot be recaptured.
The eHAU424 writes DVD±R at 24X, DVD±R DL at 12X, DVD+RW at 8X and DVD-RW at 6X. DVD-RAM can be written at 12X. The eHAU424 writes CD-R at 48X and CD-RW 32X and reads DVD-ROM at 16X and CD-ROM at 48X.
The eHAU424 is available now with an MSRP of $69.99. For more product information, please visit www.liteonit.com.
About PLDS
PLDS (Philips & Lite-On Digital Solutions) is a joint venture between Royal Philips Electronics and Lite-On IT Corporation that is responsible for the sales and marketing of Lite-On branded Optical Disc Drive (ODD) business. The combination of a strong R&D focus and access to enormous production capacity makes PLDS an industry leading company. PLDS is dedicated to excellence and devote best efforts to further expand innovative quality product offerings for the PC industry and strengthen its top global position in the ODD industry.
Lite-On’s iHOS104 BD-ROM Receives ‘Best Buy’ Award from CDRLabs.com
CDRLabs.com gives the iHOS104 the “Best Buy” honor after detailed, hands-on review
Fremont, CA – November 6, 2009 – Lite-On (www.liteonit.com), a global leader of optical storage solutions, receives the “Best Buy” designation from CDRLabs.com for the iHOS104 4X Internal BD-ROM.
CDRLabs.com is an online outlet dedicated to providing visitors with the latest industry news, reviews and previews of CDR/CDRWs, CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs and other related optical storage hardware, peripherals, and software.
The iHOS104 provides users with the latest in high-quality movie playback with the included CyberLink TrueTheater™ HD technology, which turns standard content into HD-quality images. At a cost significantly under $100, the iHOS104 is an affordable and convenient way for consumers to enhance their movie viewing.
“We’re glad to have had the opportunity for CDRLabs.com to try out the iHOS104 and put it to the test,” said Christine Hsing, Marketing Manager at PLDS. “It’s great to have someone knowledgeable in the industry recognize our success in creating an affordable, yet functional, product.”
The iHOS104 also incorporates the latest industry standard Serial ATA interface which provides better performance and compatibility. It reads Blu-ray disc media at 4X maximum, DVD media at 8X maximum and CD media at 32X maximum.
PLDS (Philips & Lite-On Digital Solutions) is a joint venture between Royal Philips Electronics and Lite-On IT Corporation that is responsible for the sales and marketing of Lite-On branded Optical Disc Drive (ODD) business. The combination of a strong R&D focus and access to enormous production capacity makes PLDS an industry leading company. PLDS is dedicated to excellence and devote best efforts to further expand innovative quality product offerings for the PC industry and strengthen its top global position in the ODD industry.
Taipei, Taiwan – Lite-On announces the introduction of a new series of portable external slim DVD writers: the eTAU108 .
The eTAU108 is an ideal solution for those who own a notebook without an optical drive included, but who still want to burn files to discs, playback content, and access data or install software from CD or DVD discs.
USB-powered drive provides maximum portability with top-load design and four color options
Fremont, CA - August 28, 2009 – Lite-On (www.liteonit.com), a global leader of optical storage solutions, announces the external slim DVD/CD writer, eTAU208. Created for optimum portability, the external eTAU208 is USB-powered, lightweight and features a unique top-load design. As an external drive, the eTAU208 is also a great power-saver, using less current than a typical internal drive.
The eTAU208 is a great travel companion for any notebook or netbook without a built-in optical drive. It is powered directly from the notebook through the enclosed USB cable, so there is no need for an AC adapter or nearby outlet. Weighing less than 0.7 lbs, the lightweight device fits easily in any notebook bag and is ideal for travelers, busy professionals and students.
The eTAU208 is a compact, sleek, and round corner designed portable device. With the distinctive built-in USB cable holder, you can neatly store the USB cable and also be certain the cable is in place every time you use the drive. It is also integrated with a top-loading mechanism for convenient CD/DVD backup and playback.
This unique top-load design has no tray, which not only makes it lighter, but reduces the risk of mechanical and electronic malfunction as well. The mechanic lock on the top-loader makes it easy to retrieve or place a disc without the drive plugged in, and when on the go, it can be opened from any angle even with a little amount of space.
“It is increasingly more common to see a notebook without an optical drive included,” said Christine Hsing, Marketing Manager at PLDS. “The eTAU208 gives true portability and performance for today’s busy professionals. They can easily archive or playback movies, photos, and music on the move.”
The eTAU208 includes the latest version of LightScribe labeling technology which allows users to label their discs without any marker or paper labels. Just burn data on the data-side of a LightScribe compatible disc, flip the disc over, reinsert it into the drive and burn a beautiful label based on personal artwork, text or photographs.
Writing speeds of the eTAU208 are 8X for DVD±R and DVD+RW, 6X for DVD±R DL and DVD-RW, 5X for DVD-RAM and 24X for CD-R(W). Reading speeds are 8X for DVD-ROM and 24X for CD-ROM.
The eTAU208 will be available at the end of August and in four color options - black, white, blue and red - at the suggested retail price of $64.99. For more product information, please visit www.liteonit.com.
About PLDS PLDS (Philips & Lite-On Digital Solutions) is a joint venture between Royal Philips Electronics and Lite-On IT Corporation that is responsible for the sales and marketing of Lite-On branded Optical Disc Drive (ODD) business. The combination of a strong R&D focus and access to enormous production capacity makes PLDS an industry leading company. PLDS is dedicated to excellence and devote best efforts to further expand innovative quality product offerings for the PC industry and strengthen its top global position in the ODD industry.
Taipei, Taiwan - July 23, 2009 – Lite-On (www.liteonit.com), a global leader of optical storage solutions, announces the new eTDU108 external slim DVD-ROM drive. The eTDU108 lets users play back content, access data and install software from CD or DVD discs. Its top-load design and two color options make it stylish, convenient and space-saving.
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