Sony today announced three new S-Frame digital photo frames (models DPF-XR100, DPF-VR100 and DPF-D830) that let consumers keep their favorite memories close with innovative, high-quality features, including video playback and battery operated capabilities.

The DPF-XR100 and DPF-VR100 models offer AVCHD™ video playback capabilities, allowing consumers to view detailed, realistic video with vivid colors and contrast directly on the units' high-resolution WSVGA LED backlight LCD screen.

The DPF-D830 model is Sony's first battery operated digital photo frame, allowing for easy portability in the home…

GiiNii International introduced Magic, its next-generation digital picture frame. The multimedia unit is loaded with features that make it fun and easy to use, including Wi-Fi, a full touchscreen, preinstalled Web applications and RSS feeds, and battery operation. In addition, it offers the easiest way to receive photos from friends and family: via existing e-mail accounts.

“The new Magic digital picture frame’s Wi-Fi and POP3 capability make it very easy for users to send and share digital pictures via existing e-mail accounts and to access photo-sharing websites,” said GiiNii Chief Marketing Officer Dennis Sones…