For added authenticity, the frame also features a backing that simulates a transparent background. For even more crossover amusement, give one to Grandma so she has something to put her wedding photos in. This is one program even a computer novice can handle. [ThinkGeek via RGS]

Or better yet, do what I do: Forget this thing and take out one of those archaic dead tree cookbooks, turn a few pages, and read the mysterious "ink" that resides on them.

No? Still craving the frame? OK, then some details... The $271 8-inch digital frame plays 48 instructional videos featuring chef Brian Turner. The action can be controlled by the included remote control, which we hope is waterproof or otherwise protected from flying food in some way.

When not in use, say the day after Christmas when this goes into the closet forever, the frame doubles as a calendar and photo frame. Bon appétit, chumps! [Appliancist via Engadget]

The Digi-Mug is packed with 1MB of memory (not a typo) that allows you to store 50 or so images for playback on its 1.5-inch display. With a lithium ion rechargeable battery, you can view your loved ones (or just a simple clock) to your heart's content.

I know you think that your Valentine would like jewelry, but trust us on this one—load this baby up with 50 photos of yourself (clothed) and she'll associate the experience of getting her caffeine fix to seeing your face. At best, she'll unconsciously associate you with a coke dealer. At worst, you'll put off a Starbucks employee vibe. Either way, you will make her totally dependent on you when she's at her most ornery. You're welcome. [Urban Trend via Nerd Approved]

Okay, so it won't blow you away on the specs, but it could be a handy device, especially when you consider that the pocket-sized photo viewer can be removed from the base for easy transport. No pricing or release date information has been announced. [WinWin via Coolest Gadgets]

The other two releases are as follows:

•Image Moments 6: Features 5.7" VGA (640x480) digital LCD with high pixel density of 140 PPI, LED backlight and two-tone, mirror-polished chrome finish.

•Image Moments 8: Features 8" SVGA (800x600) digital LCD with high contrast ratio of 500:1, LED backlight, and interchangeable frame & mat design.

Since it holds low-res 128x128 pixel images, its 8MB of built-in flash memory might go a long way if you're one who doesn't mind cropping, resizing and editing pictures. When you get tired of looking at those postage-stamp-sized pics, you can always use this thing as a clock. No price was attached to this egg-shaped picture player just yet.

Just feel lucky I didn't use the puns that initially popped into my head for use in this post's headline, having something to do with the words exactly and excellent. [Cool Sources, via 7 Gadgets]

ViewSonic didn't provide an exact storage capacity for the frames, but did say that the internal memory will be enough for about 400 5-megapixel photos. Photos will be transferred to the frame via USB or via memory card from the camera. ViewSonic will be making a formal announcement of its new line of digital photo frames in a few weeks so expect more information then. Viewsonic says when the complete line is rolled out it will have about ten digital frames in all. I hope that some of the future frames will integrate WiFi and MMS support similar to the new Parrot digital frame. Now you will have more ways to display all those pictures of your dog, kids, or really hot girlfriend/wife you take and stash on your hard drive. - Shane McGlaun

There is simply no downside to this product, other than that repacking our He-Man figures means we can't play with them anymore. Not that we do now...just...you know...if one day there was a club and playing with action figures was a hipster thing to do or something...then we might try them out again (in public). – Mark Wilson

Product Page [via popgadget]

As always, the LCD color on these things generally suck when they come from the off brands. You've been warned, mmm-kay?–Brian Lam
UPDATE: Turns out, this thing doesn't even do powerpoint. You have to save your slides as JPGs. Marketing bullshit, at its finest.
[Fidelity Electronics]

I like their two WiFi versions, the EX1011 (10") and EX811 (8"). Both frames feature 128MB of internal memory, 800x480 LCD displays and photo streaming from a PC folder or their proprietary service. While most models fill their spec sheets with standards like memory card support and USB connectivity, these models can support MP3/MP4/mov/avi with audio playing out of their built-in speakers.

Look for them in March for $279 and $229.
Their non WiFi MP3 model runs $129. Video models start at $179.

But while I was impressed by Kodak's line, most of us at CES have noticed a trend:

Digital Picture Frames are everywhere.

Seriously. Kodak claimed that this is because of consumer demand, and then she quoted a study by (the CEA?) that I have since heard again from other manufacturers. 70% of consumers are on their 3rd digital camera purchase. 70% of these purchasers are women. Along with that, most digital photos never make it to any sort of viewable medium. To Kodak, the influx of digital frames is "natural progression". Philips supported the idea, adding that their product availability was very scarce over the holiday season.

I think that displays got cheap. – Mark Wilson with photo gallery by Curtis Walker

Its claim to fame is its ability to subscribe to an RSS feed on the Flickr photo site, letting anyone with that account's password insert photos into the frame via the Interwebs. Could be ripe for pranksters. Plus, it can accept photos via email without needing to be hooked up to a computer.

Anyway, even though we've heard rumblings about it not working too well in its first iteration, we're hoping those difficulties have been ironed out. It's selling now for $250, and one is on the way here so we'll let you know how it works. – Charlie White

Product Page [PF Digital Inc.]

If its 512MB of internal memory isn't enough, you can insert an SD, MMC or MS memory card and be sure it's well-stocked with as many photos as you'd like. You can also use it as an alarm clock, and can play your tunes through its tiny speaker. Still, you'd think for $300 Sharper Image could offer WiFi or Internet connectivity with a product like this. – Charlie White

Product Page [Sharper Image, via Coolest Gadgets]

8-inch electronic photo frame with mp3 play back [AVING]

The frame can be loaded up with images through a variety of ways. It includes a memory card reader that supports most memory card types for direct photo-viewing, but it can also hook up to your home network via an optional direct or wireless Ethernet connector. It can also receive images from PicturePlan. PicturePlan is Ceiva's monthly service that allows you to display new photos everyday, also send pictures to the digital frame from anywhere in the world and even allow picture sharing which may or not be the greatest of ideas (Goatse during Christmas dinner, anyone?). The frames begin at $150 and the PicturePlan service starts at $7 per month. – Travis Hudson

Ceiva Revamps Digital Photo Frames [Digital Trends]

Pandigital Photo Frames support video playback too [newlaunches]