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Korea s Smart Digital Gadgets to Be Presented at CeBIT 2010
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CeBIT 2010
Seizing the opportunity to showcase their innovative new products, a host of companies in the fields of IT and Telecommunications solutions participate in CeBIT Hanover, held in March in Germany. The fair is one of the world’s largest and most significant shows attracting the keen attention of the world’s major IT and Telecommunications industry players.
South Korean companies in these fields have regularly attended this show. This year, Korea’s promising manufacturers and suppliers of IT and digital items are scheduled to join the CeBIT 2010, slated to be held from March 2 through 6.
Of special note, this year’s Korean Pavilion will be co-organized by various IT-related agencies, including IITPA (Incheon Information Technology Industry Promotion Agency).
Guided by the IITPA, 11 companies Gaon-InT (FM Transmitter Supporting iPod/iPhone), DA Tech (Digital Breathalyzer), Myeongstar (AD board for LCD), UBMATE & CNAPS Consortium (Wireless Hands-free & FM Transmitters), Shingi Acoustics (Speaker & Bone Conduction Vibrator), Elivision (46-inch Digital Information Display), GD Tech (Bluetooth Compatible Bone Conduction Headset), Pavonine Korea (Integrated 3D Video Producing System Combining Dual Camera mount and 3D Viewfinder) and Pamsh (Bone-Conduction Headset) will unveil their flagship products at the upcoming show.
IITPA Takes the Lead in Transforming Incheon into an IT Hub
The Incheon Information Technology Industry Promotion Agency (IITPA) was founded in 2002 with a goal of reinforcing the competitiveness of local IT enterprises by effectively supporting and nurturing IT businesses operating in Incheon.
Since then, the agency has played a key role in fostering the IT industry in Incheon through various activities that are intended to strengthen the competitive edge of local IT enterprises by creating a business-friendly environment and preparing a high-tech IT infrastructure.
IITPA is involved in various projects intended to serve its purpose of establishment.
Most importantly, IITPA has carried out a host of national IT projects, such as locally specialized software production support and nurturing projects, URC-based u-City service robot development (led by the Ministry of Knowledge and Economy), location of information-based mobile service system development, u-Guide test service, u-Tourpia (tourist guide service), and realistic 3D image technology development.
As it has been designated as a key player of the Business to Build Robot Land by the Ministry of Knowledge and Economy in 2008, and subsequently, the Incheon Intelligent Robot Research Center was opened in 2009, so IITPA is also focusing on advancing the robot industry in the Incheon area. As a part of those endeavors, IITPA carries out various projects in regard to the development of robot industry. First of all, IITPA plans to launch ‘Business to Build Robot Land,’ the world’s first robot theme park. About 2.8 million people are expected to visit Robot Land every year when the theme park opens in 2010. IITPA also holds nation’s largest robot contest and robot camp to nurture the robot industry. Additionally, it successfully hosted FIRA 2009, an intentional robot football competition, in Incheon.
In addition, IITPA is promoting local IT business by organizing the Incheon Pavilion at major international IT fairs such as CES, CeBIT, Communic Asia and GITEX, as well as by dispatching representatives to overseas IT fairs to help IT companies to explore new overseas markets.
Furthermore, IITPA carries out various studies in regard to the development of specialized IT industry of Incheon in the field of digital contents, robot industry and logistics business, and it holds monthly regular forums by inviting IT industry leaders. It also offers software technology education for unprivileged teenagers.
Incheon Information Technology Industry Promotion Agency
Incheon IT Tower 592-5, Dowha-1dong, Nam-gu, Incheon, Korea
Tel: (82-32)250-2000 Fax: (82-32)250-2001
Website: www.iitpa.or.kr
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All Kinds of Cases, Charms, Accessories and Hands-Free Car Kits for Mobile Phones
Philko International is the largest manufacturer and exporter in Korea of mobile phone cases and accessories. The company produces various kinds of cases, charms, neck straps, car holder, clips and hands-free car kit suitable for GSM, AMPS, NUTS, PCS and PHS/ETACS phones, in 25 colors and about 500 models.
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Headset
Pamsh Co.(www.pamsh.com) will be exhibiting its patent-winning bone-conduction headset PS-200 at CeBit 2010. Bone conduction is able to transmit the vibration of the bone to auditory cochlea as a sound not passing the eardrum, so a headset employing bone-conduction technology drastically reduces stress on the ear and prevents damage to the eardrum.
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3D Video Producing System
Pavonine Korea, a specialized 3D video equipment manufacturer in Korea, will exhibit at CeBit 2010 an integrated 3D video producing system combining dual camera mount, synchronizer and 3D viewfinder under the brand name MiraCube.
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Bluetooth Compatible Bone Conduction Headset
A Bluetooth compatible bone conduction headset, developed by GD Tech Co., Ltd. (http://www.gdtech.co.kr) will be exhibited at CeBit 2010 in Hanover, Germany. This is good news for those who suffer from noise-induced hearing loss and damaged eardrums, as well as those who receive a number of mobile phone calls while using headsets.
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Digital Information Display
Providing information as well as promotional video/pictures without any manual assistance, Digital Information Display system has widely been installed at various multi-use facilities such as hospitals, shopping malls, hotels, public offices, theaters and private enterprises.
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Micro Speaker, Dynamic Receiver and Vibration Earphone
Shingi Acoustics Co., Ltd. (http://www.shingicorp.com/) is a specialized manufacturer of the micro speaker unit, dynamic receiver unit, vibration earphone and linear vibrator.
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Hands-free & FM Transmitters
UBMATE & CNAPS consortium (www.ppyple.com) is a specialized manufacturer of electric appliances for drivers, including a wireless hands-free and FM transmitter.
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Multi-purpose AD board for LCD and Advanced Illumination Control System
Myeongstar Co., Ltd. specializes in developing and manufacturing electronic parts, especially for Liquid Crystal Display. Products the company will exhibit at CeBit 2010 include the AD board and OSD Key operating program for LCD devices, an advanced illumination control system using radio frequencies, and highresolution LCD monitors for industrial purposes.
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Digital Breathalyzer
The flagship product of DA Tech Co., a specialized manufacturer of sensor-based appliances, is the Alcoscent DA series personal breathalyzer, which is offered in six models.
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Globally Popular FM Transmitter Supporting iPod/iPhone
Sound Fly Bluetooth (GBT-100KR) is a FM transmitter for use in cars. Employing Bluetooth technology for wireless communication, GBT-100KR transforms sound signals of various portable audio devices, such as MP3 players and CD players, into FM frequency, allowing users to hear the sound through the car audio system or home speakers, without the inconvenience of wearing earphones or headsets.
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