ePhotoZine gives us this press release about JOBO’s new line of digital picture frames:
Press Release:
JOBO AG announces the addition of two new stylish and very affordable digital picture frames – the Curve 7 and Curve 8 – to the growing JOBO family of digital picture frames. This new line of digital picture frames features rounded edges, a stylish design available in either a black or white varnish finish on the frame, and screen displays of almost 7-inches and 8-inches.
“The new Curve line of digital picture frames are our most affordable digital photo frames to date,” said Johannes Bockemuehl-Simon, JOBO’s CEO. “In these tough economic times, we want to offer a high quality digital frame option for budget-minded photographers who want to easily view and share their precious digital pictures without spending a lot of money.”
The new JOBO Curve 7 features an almost 7-inch color TFT LCD display with a resolution of 480×234 pixels and various aspect ratios including 4:3, 16:10 and zoom mode. The Curve 7 digital frame beautifully showcases images in full screen, as thumbnails or as a slide show. In addition, different transition effects enhance the presentation of digital images when viewed in slide show mode. Curve 7 also features rotate, zoom and delete functions.
The JOBO Curve 8 features an 8-inch color TFT LCD display with a resolution of 800×600 pixels and 4:3 aspect ratio. The Curve 8 digital frame beautifully showcases images in full screen, as thumbnails or as a slide show featuring different transition effects and adjustable time intervals to enhance the presentation of digital images. In addition to a zoom and rotate function, the Curve 8 also features a calendar and time function. All functions of the Curve 8 are easily accessible via buttons on the back of the frame or by using the included remote control.
Both Curve frames are compatible with SD and MMC storage cards. In addition, both frames feature a USB OTG interface so all USBS devices compatible with OTG such as USBS sticks, portable hard disks or digital cameras can connected directly to the picture frames to view images stored on any of those devices. Curve 7 and Curve 8 can both be positioned on a table top in either landscape or portrait format.
Both JOBO Curve models are available for (MSRP): € 59,00 (Curve 7 Black and Curve 7 White) and € 89,00 (Curve 8 Black and Curve 8 White).
Curve 7 PDJ007B/W (B=black / W=white) Specifications:
* Display: almost 7 inch (16.4 cm) color TFT LCD
* Resolution: 480 x 234 pixels
* Contrast ratio: 300:1
* Various aspect ratios (4:3, 16:10, zoom mode)
* Card slots for SD, MMC, USB OTG interface
* Supported file format: JPEG
* Full screen, thumbnail or slide show view with change-over effects
* Delete, zoom and rotate function
* Usable in landscape and portrait format
* Dimensions: 205 x 140 x 27,5 mm (8 x 5.5 x 1 inch)
* Package content: Photo Display Curve 7 black or white, AC adapter, manual
Curve 8 PDC008B/W (B=black / W=white) Specifications:
* Display: 8 inch (20.3 cm) color TFT LCD
* Resolution: 800 x 600 pixels (RGB)
* Contrast ratio: 300:1
* Brightness: 350 cd/m2
* Aspect ratio: 4:3
* Card slots for SD, MMC; USB OTG interface
* Supported file format: JPEG
* Full screen, thumbnail or slide show view with transition effects and adjustable
* slideshow intervals (3 seconds, 10 seconds, 1 minute, 2 hours)
* Zoom and rotate (90°, 180°, 270°) function
* Calendar and time function; user adjustable starting logo
* Usable in landscape and portrait format
* Dimensions: 217 x 172 x 24 mm (8.5 x 6.7 x 0.9 inch)
* Package content: Photo Display Curve 8, remote control, AC adapte
New stylish JOBO PLANO 8 digital picture frame is the first of a series of three value-packed extremely thin frames to be introduced this year
Gummersbach, Germany (April 7, 2009) – JOBO AG announces the addition of an affordable new ultra thin and very stylish digital picture frame to the growing JOBO family of digital picture frames. The new JOBO PLANO 8 is the first in a series of three new digital picture frames to be introduced this year. The PLANO 8 is only 25 mm thick and features an 8” high resolution TFT-Color-LCD display designed to beautifully showcase digital images and many user-friendly functions. This slim frame can be conveniently operated with its versatile remote control.
This new JOBO PLANO 8 digital picture frame conveniently keeps memories alive by showcasing digital pictures in an automatic slideshow presentation giving precious digital memories new life. Additionally, this frame enables users to highlight their special photographic moments and easily view them with family and friends. This sleek new JOBO digital picture frame features a handsome modern black border frame designed for optimal presentation and display of digital images.
“Our affordable new PLANO series of digital picture frames have been designed to beautifully showcase digital images,” said Johannes Bockemuehl-Simon, JOBO’s CEO. “These extremely thin and stylish new JOBO Photo Displays were created specifically for budget-minded consumers looking for a quality digital picture frame at a great price.”
The new JOBO PLANO 8 digital picture frame features an 800 x 600 pixel resolution with an aspect ratio of 4:3. To view images on the display, users simply insert their camera’s media card into the frame. This model features USB 2.0 high speed capability and support popular memory cards such as SD, SDHC, MMC, MS and xD. Easy-to-use buttons on the back of the frame support intuitive operation of all important functions. Also included with this model is a wall mount kit and remote control unit for convenient operation from any location in a room.
This JOBO model supports picture browsing, thumbnail mode and slideshow with various transition effects. It also offers user-friendly functions such as Rotate and Zoom and 4-in-1 window or slide mode. This frame can also display a calendar and the time. It includes an AC power adapter and a power-saving function.
JOBO PLANO 8 Specifications
- Display: 8 inch (20.3 cm) color TFT LCD
- Resolution: 800 x 600 pixels
- Contrast ratio: 400:1
- Brightness: 230 cd/m²
- Aspect ratio 4:3 (original & optimized mode)
- Card slots for SD, SDHC, MMC, MS, xD
- USB Host & USB 2.0 High Speed
- Supported file format: JPEG
- Full screen, thumbnail, 4-in-1 window or slide show mode
- Slide show with adjustable transition effects and time intervals
- Rotate and zoom function
- Clock and Calendar with slide show mode
- Setup menu, power saving function
- Wall mount, foldable stand
- Dimensions: 213 x 164 x 25 mm
- Weight: 520 g
JOBO PLANO 7 Specifications
- Display: 7 inch (17.8 cm) color TFT LCD
- Resolution: 800 x 600 pixels
- Contrast ratio: 400:1
- Brightness: 230 cd/m²
- Aspect ratio 4:3 (original & optimized mode)
- Card slots for SD, SDHC, MMC, MS, xD
- USB Host & USB 2.0 High Speed
- Supported file format: JPEG
- Full screen, thumbnail, 4-in-1 window or slide show mode
- Slide show with adjustable transition effects and time intervals
- Rotate and zoom function
- Clock and Calendar with slide show mode
- Setup menu, power saving function
- Wall mount, foldable stand
- Dimensions: 194 x 149 x 25 mm
- Weight: 425 g
JOBO PLANO 10 Specifications
- Display: 10.4 inch (26.4 cm) color TFT LCD
- Resolution: 800 x 600 pixels
- Contrast ratio: 400:1
- Brightness: 230 cd/m²
- Aspect ratio 4:3 (original & optimized mode)
- Card slots for SD, SDHC, MMC, MS, xD
- USB Host & USB 2.0 High Speed
- Supported file format: JPEG
- Full screen, thumbnail, 4-in-1 window or slide show mode
- Slide show with adjustable transition effects and time intervals
- Rotate and zoom function
- Clock and Calendar with slide show mode
- Setup menu
- Wall mount, foldable stand
- Dimensions: 264 x 214 x 29.5 mm
- Weight: 885 g
The JOBO PLANO 8 is available now with an AC adapter, remote control, and manual for € 129,00 MSRP. The JOBO PLANO 7 and PLANO 10 models will be available in May 2009 for € 99,00 (PLANO 7) and € 179,00 (PLANO 10).
I’ve posted here before about JOBO, but here they are again with a brand-new 15-inch digital picture frame!
The JOBO Mirage L digital picture frame will display your digital photographs beautifully on its large 15-inch glass display, and when it’s turned OFF, the JOBO Mirage L turns into an elegant mirror. It’s absolutely gorgeous.
According to Johannes Bockemuehl-Simon, JOBO’s CEO, “The new Mirage L is our most stylish digital photo frame to date. The Unique aspects of this digital frame are sure to please to most discerning consumers.”
What the JOBO Mirage L digital picture frame has is a 1024 x 768 pixel resolution with a contrast ratio of 400:1. The 15-inch color TFT LCD display will ensure that your pictures be clear, bright, and vivid.
View pictures on this frame via your camera’s memory card, or any flash drdive. You can also download image files directly from your PC with the included USB OTG cable.
The back of the frame is covered with easy-to-use buttons, but you can also program and control this frame with the included wireless remote control.
With a full gig of internal memory, the JOBO Mirage L can hold hundreds of pictures. This frame supports JPG files up to 16MP.
The JOBO Mirage L will be available September of 2008 for a MSRP of $359.00.
JOBO introduces the new PDJ152 15-inch digital photo frame!
“The state-of-the-art new JOBO PDJ152 Photo Display was created to help consumers keep their memories alive and visible whether positioned on a tabletop or desk or conveniently mounted to a wall. And now with the option for the user to easily change the color of the frame’s trim, this 15-inch model is sure to blend perfectly into any environment,” according to Johannes Bockemuehl-Simon, CEO of JOBO.
With a full gig of internal memory – that’s approximately 4,000 pictures, folks! – and three interchangeable frame colors – black, white, and silver – this new JOBO digital frame is bound to be a hit.
The TFT color LCD display, all 15 inches of it, can be easily seen from across a large room, and will showcase your photographs clearly, colorfully, and beautifully.
The JOBO digital frame has a 1024 x 768 pixel resolution and a contrast ratio of 400:1.
Your pictures can be uploaded to the frame via almost any camera memory card or flash drive, or directly from your computer via the included USB cable.
The frame has a wireless remote, of course, making it easier than ever to program your new digital picture frame slideshow, even from your easy chair!
On a frame this large – 15 inches! – you’ll be able to see the calendar and clock from your chair, too.
JOBO is a third-generation family-owned company, with a stellar reputation. It was one of the first exhibitors in Photokina, one of the most important, and oldest, photo trade shows.
Never forget, too, that the NASA pictures of the Apollo 11 moon flight were processed using JOBO equipment!!!
