New York, Nov 10, 2004 - The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) recognized Philips Electronics for leadership in innovation and design by awarding the company 12 Innovation Awards for the 2005 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). A panel of prominent industry designers, engineers and journalists judge products for Innovation Awards based on user value, aesthetics, contributions to quality of life and overall innovation.
“It is an honor to be recognized with 12 prestigious Innovation Awards,” said Reinier Jens, President, Philips Electronics, North America. “Winning in five different categories, these Innovation Awards showcase Philips’ ability to provide consumers with many different types of innovations and designs that will enhance their lifestyle. Philips dedicates significant resources to the research and development of simple and sensible electronics products that meet consumers’ needs.”
Philips won Innovation Awards in five categories this year including “Home Theater”, “Audio,” “Portable Audio,” “Electronic Gaming” and “Accessories.” Among the award-winning products are the following:
Philips 50PF9830A 50-inch Plasma TV with Ambilight™ 2 Technology
Philips’ new 50PF9830A (50-inch plasma FlatTV™ set) features a host of new picture quality processing and content enhancement features that will redefine the home entertainment experience. Equipped with the latest development in Video Picture Quality enhancement, Pixel Plus 2 HD, this Flat TV makes even High Definition signals look sharper, smoother and more brilliant. In addition, this Flat TV also features the latest version of Philips’ exclusive built-in Ambient Lighting solution, two-channel Active Ambilight 2, extending the TV image beyond the screen, resulting in a more involving experience for the viewer.
Philips WACS700 Wireless Audio Center + Station
Revolutionizing the home entertainment audio experience, Philips’ Wireless Audio System (WACS700) provides consumers a multitude of options for listening to their favorite songs. Featuring a stylishly designed audio hub center system and five satellite stations, the WACS700 offers consumers the option to convert their CDs into MP3s without a PC and stream the music all over the home via the satellite stations.
Philips RC9800i Touch Screen Remote Control
Part of Philips’ Intelligent Remote Control Family, Philips’ RC9800i allows consumers to control information and content from multiple types of devices in the home. With the touch of a button, users easily can stream content from PCs to FlatTV™ sets and control various types of multimedia content through one platform. The RC9800i provides consumers full control of audio/video devices and digital content - regardless of the source. A product within Philips’ Connected Planet vision, the RC9800i acts as the main control center for the wireless family of offerings.
Nike + Philips
Three products in the Nike+Philips range have been named 2005 Innovation award winners (PSA260 MP3RUN, PSA235 and PSA003). Continuing on the highly successful first portable sport audio range Nike-Philips introduced in 2002, the partnership has created the first skip-free Wearable Sport Audio player to combine music with wireless speed and distance sensing. Designed with athlete insights and advanced technology innovations, the MP3RUN helps fitness consumers reach their personal best through the motivation of music and the monitoring of speed and distance over time. Providing 125 songs of skip-free music, the wearable MP3 is easy to use. It tracks your pace and distance via speed sensor and lets you hear your data on-demand with the simple push of a button. This advanced technology is capable of storing workouts in its memory and will upload them to the PC or a training website, allowing runners to easily access data from previous workouts and ensure that they are meeting their fitness goals.
The combination of an MP3 audio player and a stopwatch with on-demand voice feedback make the Nike + Philips PSA235 a powerful tool for athletes. The device enables runners to enjoy hours of 100 percent skip-free MP3/WMA music or FM radio, while providing on-demand voice feedback on the duration of the workout.
The PSA003 is a waist belt remote control that enables runners to control their Nike + Philips sport audio products from a centralized location. The PSA003 is designed to hold and carry Nike + Philips Portable Sport Audio players in the middle of the user’s back, an ideal position that enables players to remain balanced during a workout.
Compatible with the Nike + Philips Portable Sport Audio line, the PSA003 features “play-pause,” “skip-forward,” “skip-backward,” “volume-up” and “volume-down” functions and a user-friendly interface. Remote control operations are front and center on the user’s body for easy access and use.
Philips HS850 Fabric-covered Neckband Headphones
Philips’ HS850 Fabric-covered Neckband Headphones offer a new look and feel for music lovers on the go. Featuring a lightweight design and incredibly soft ear hooks, these headphones provide the ultimate comfort. These features - combined with a durable folding mechanism - make the headphones easy to carry around while helping ensure that they won’t get damaged. The HS850 headphones are the perfect fit for active people who need a moment of relaxation no matter where they are.
Philips HG8010 In-Ear Gaming Headphones
Consumers can “get into the game” with Philips’ HG8010 gaming headphones. Thanks to Sonic Vibes System, a unique technology that transforms bass tones into motion, the HG8010 gaming headphones bring handheld gaming to life on portable gaming devices. Users feel every “blast” and “explosion” of their favorite games through vibrating neck pads while experiencing the accompanying sounds with comfortable in-ear headphones. With powerful speaker drivers, the HG8010 delivers realistic sounds to immerse users in the game.
Philips GC1502 3D Revolving USB 2.0 Cable
With Philips’ GC1502 3D Revolving USB 2.0 Cable, users can transmit data at speeds up to 480Mbps from any USB device to a USB-enabled computer or peripheral. Equipped with connectors that rotate 360 degrees, the GC1502 is designed to fit in tight spaces, even at the most difficult angles. While bending can quickly ruin other cables, the GC1502 connection is flexible enough to fit in areas without sacrificing data transfer.
Philips GPS2RDE Recoil Duo Retracting Extension Cable
Designed for the PlayStation® 2 (PS2) gamer, Philips’ Game Elements GPS2RDE Recoil Duo Retracting Extension Cable is a nine-foot retracting extension cable designed for use with PS2 game consoles. The GPS2RDE easily connects to PS2 gaming consoles and to one or two game pad controllers, allowing almost limitless playing distance for one to two players. Retractable cords ensure a tangle-free experience for players who wish to be caught up in the game, not the cord.
Philips GGE908 PC Recoil Game Controller
Designed for the PC or Mac gamer, Philips’ Game Elements GGE908 game controller is equipped with an automatic retracting USB-compatible Flex Strength Cable that connects easily to any USB port. The controller includes internal vibration motors that activate with compatible software to bring players into the game. Designed with features such as analog control sticks, shoulder buttons, rubberized control grips, action analog pressure-sensitive buttons, an eight-way directional control pad and “Turbo” function, the GGE908 provides a realistic gaming experience.
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