New technology 2008
- Look out for these new trends in consumer electronics, out this year
- Exclusive videos of the latest gadgets and gizmos
- The latest in high definition TVs, Blu-ray and HD DVD, and internet mobiles
- Go green with the future of environmentally friendly future technology
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Trends for 2008
The face of the consumer electronics industry is changing. We take a look at emerging trends for 2008.
TVs
TV technology developments to watch out for in 2008. Plasmas and LCDs are set to get thinner, resolutions higher, and there's a preview of the impressive new OLED technology. 
DVD
The ongoing HD DVD Vs Blu Ray battle. Things seem to be turning in the favour of the Blu-ray camp, but is there still hope for HD DVD?
Audio
What will be happening in the audio arena this year. The latest digital music players boast more features than ever before, but for something totally new, look no further than Sony's Rolly.
Mobiles
New models promise ever more features. The iPhone has raised the bar and now it's time for the established mobile industry payers to respond.
Cameras
Cameras for 2008 promise to be smaller but with higher specs. And some camcorders can now be used underwater too.
Sat nav
Expect to see 3D mapping and voice recognition in new sat navs. As mainstream electronics brands enter the market, competition is hotting up.
Emerging technology
Watch videos of some of the unusual things we saw at the CES. There's a possible Christmas top selling toy, a new eBook and Panasonic's new concept in TV entertainment.
