Freshly launched at IFA 2008, the Sony Bravia EX1 is an LCD TV that integrates wireless audio/video transmission to cut down on HDMI cables. On the photo, the picture is beamed from the box on the lower left of the TV to the display itself, but in the real world, one would probably find a better way to take advantage of the wireless feature. The Bravia EX1 will be available in at the end of the year in the following sizes: 40", 46" and 52". It was designed for the European market and would probably show up there first.

LG is gearing up to release their stylish DVS450H DVD player, which can be setup horizontally, vertically, or even mounted on a wall. The HDMI connection of the DVS450H allows for the full HD resolution of up to 1080p, and has a USB port for users to connect an external hard drive or USB port. Formats that the DVS450H supports include DVD, CD, DivX, MP3, WMA, JPEG, DivX HD and Xvid-H. Release is scheduled for October 2008, and will have a SRP (suggested retail price) of about $238.

Those who are searching a high-end standalone Blu-Ray player should take a look at the BD-P2500. It supports the highest quality audio and video (HQV certified) http://www.hqv.com/ output and can be upgraded via Ethernet, USB or optical disc, when further improvements of the firmware will be available. The good news is that it should age well. The bad news is that you'll have to change your TV, your stereo and possibly your home to have a perfect match. It costs $499 (MSRP) and ships in October

Some of us just want to relax without any additional external input from a radio or TV, but for those who find that they can only unwind with some passive visual entertainment, then the Cosmo B-DV003 TV bathtub sounds like a really cool idea. It comes with the following to help you rejuvenate after a long, hard day at the office.

• 17" waterproof LCD display
• Remote control
• Video input
• Touch sensitive control panel
• Timed Auto Shut-off function for jets
• 7 hydro massage jets/9 bubble jets/6 back massage jets
• Underwater Light
• Fully programmable FM radio with memory function
• Hand shower
• Water level sensor
• Single-padded head rest

After a long hard day at work, there is nothing quite like taking a relaxing bath back home. Our friends at Gearlog has taken their turn inside the Kohler Fountainhead VibrAcoustic Bath, so what's their conclusion about this wonder bath?

How was the experience overall? Way better than taking a bath in my apartment, for starters; my knees hit my chin, in that tub. And I liked it much more than a jacuzzi, which is usually too hot and too noisy for me. The music was soothing, and the vibrating water was really pleasant. I came in suffering from serious jet-lag, and left feeling much refreshed. If I had an extra (approximately, not including installation) $9,000 to spend and a much bigger bathroom, I'd go for one. And if you do... invite me over? I'll bring the wine!

Sounds like a thumbs up from every perspective except for the price!

Most people hang pictures on a wall, but if you're Celrun, you take the road less traveled with the wall-hanging all-in-one PC known as LLUON A1. Amazingly, this model will not only be made available in Korea but in North America and Europe as well, although specific release dates and pricing details have yet to be unveiled. The LLUON A1 will come with the following features :-

• Intel Atom processor
• Dual OS system (Windows for PC and Linux for IPTV)
• 18.4" LCD display with 16:9 aspect ratio
• Integrated stereo speakers and microphone

Skipping the "leaks and rumors" part of a device life cycle, the Samsung BD-P2550 just showed up on BestBuy.com. It is positioned as a high-end player with supposedly good video scaling capabilities, Dolby TrueHD (7.1 channel), upgradable firmware (via USB or Ethernet). If you are really looking for these features, take a look. Personally, I'd rather buy a PS3, which is still considered as one of the best Blu-Ray player out there and it has movie rentals/downloads. Did I mention games?

No, what you see on the right is not some sort of watercraft being suspended in the middle of a living room - it is the Sonance Kayak speaker that features lamp-like cones on both top and bottom ends. These cones come with a coaxial driver array, while the jewel-shaped segment in the middle is an acoustic reflector that was specially designed to provide the optimal stereo image no matter what the room is shaped like. The Sonance Kayak Speaker can function either horizontally or vertically, so it really depends on how and where you want to place it. For $2,900 a pop, you can choose from 14 finishes to match your living room.

Embedded Internet TV is an ambition that both Yahoo! and Intel share after unveiling the Media Processor CE 3100 at IDF, where it will, in theory, be installed inside HDTVs to allow viewers to access Internet-based content minus the need for another set-top box. On a sidenote, you could still get the set-top box if you want to, but that's another story for a different day. As for Yahoo!'s role, they hope that the Widget Channel will be a favorite whenever boring commercials and re-runs are all you're getting on the tube at the moment. Hmm, even more reason not to get off the couch, eh? The Widget Channel had better be interesting though if this is to take off.

Mitsubishi's latest ultra-slim LCD HDTV has an edge over the rest since it comes with support for the WHDI (Wireless High Definition), allowing you to pair up the HDTV with other compatible HDTV devices located in your home without the need to run pesky wires through and over the whole place. WHDI has a working range of over 100 feet, so you need not worry about not getting a signal unless you live in one of those palatial mansions of yore where the dining hall is as large as a football field. Don't you just love how wireless technology helps reduce the clutter in our homes?

Check out this simple yet rugged speaker known as the Hive Audio System that was specially designed to be placed in an outdoor environment. The Hive Audio System will come with a sound tube that prevents the elements from harming its innards, while amplifying sound as it reverberates. The rugged base adds to the overall stability, and this wireless speaker can be linked to other similar units to form a "hive". One can only wonder when a design concept such as this from Christopher Stuart will be realized.

Axiom Audio has just announced its new T2 in-wall loudspeakers that claim to offer superior audio quality without taking up too much space in your living room, thanks to a new slim design and low profile look which matches the lines on your wall-mounted plasma/LCD HDTV. The T2 speakers look as though they melt straight into the wall, albeit without sacrificing on audio quality and performance. Meant for left-and-right channel placement, these T2 loudspeakers measure 11.65" x 6.4" and rises just 5/8" above the wall surface, making them the lowest profile product from Axiom to date. You will be able to choose from Eggshell White, Black, Silver or a paintable version where grille covers are concerned. The Axiom T2 in-wall loudspeakers will retail for $446. Image courtesy of Electronic House.

Folks in the UK will soon be able to enjoy an IPTV solution that is delivered straight to the comfort of your living room via broadband courtesy of Orange UK. These trials are currently being held across the country, involving on-demand services and additional content on top of standard TV fare. Hopefully attractive packages will be rolled out pretty soon that will encompass the TV service, broadband and Mobile in one package, making new generation media intensive-capable handsets all the more useful. What do you think about Orange going up against Sky and Virgin?

The sunny state of California will play home to the world's biggest solar plants - two of them in total, which will see up to 250,000 homes being powered by these whicl re-establishing the United States as the global leader in solar power. These will be constructed by Pacific Gas and Electric, helping the state achieve its goal of generating 20% of its electricity from renewable sources by the time 2010 rolls around. A couple of Silicon Valley fims, Optisolar and SunPower, have agreed in a contract to build these plants. The former will work on a 550-megawatt solar farm using thin-film photovoltaic panels, while the latter is handling a 250-megawatt plant on former farm land. Go green power!