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Apple Releases new line of small and powerful iPods

Posted by admin in Audio Gadgets, iPod Gadgets on September 1st, 2010

Buttons are back on the new iPod Shuffle

Steve Jobs announced smaller and thinner iPods today at Apple’s Fall Music Event. With smaller, new designs for the iPod Shuffle, iPod Nano and a thinner, more powerful iPod Touch, Apple is poised to hit the entertainment market in music, movies and gaming like never before. And just in time for the Holidays.

Let’s start with the iPod shuffle. As if it couldn’t get smaller, it does. And the best part is, Apple has brought back buttons along with voiceover to make navigation of songs easier. The Shuffle is a tad larger than your thumb, has a clip, and has over 15 hours of battery life. In 5 colors (Blue, Pink, Green, Yellow, and Silver), the Shuffle will sell for $49 for 8GB.

46% Smaller and lighter, the new iPod Nano has multi-touch

The biggest change has come in the iPod Nano, which is now 46% smaller and is multi-touch. That means that Apple has dumped the control wheel and gone to complete touch navigation. It’s slightly larger than the Shuffle, which shows how small it really has become. Apple has dropped the video camera feature but has brought in a clip to make it easier to wear (which is great for athletes and runners) , has an FM Radio, Nike Pedometer, and 24 hours of battery life. Comes in seven colors (the same colors as the shuffle plus black and red) and starts at $149.

The new iPod Touch is as powerful as the iPad and even thinner.

Lastly, is the new iPod Touch, which has Apple’s blazing A4 processor and Apple’s pioneering HD Retina display with four times more pixels and an ultra sharp 326 ppi and 24-bit color. The iPod also sports the 3-axis gyro control and Apple also announced GAME CENTER, a social networking vehicle which will allow players to take on each other via WiFi in cyberspace playing a wide variety of games including a new game from Epic Games called Project Sword, and action packed RPG adventure with action happening in real time.
Additionally, the Touch will be able to take advantage of dual cameras and FaceTime with which it can communicate to iPhone 4 users and iPod Touch users over WiFi Video conferencing. And the latest iTunes has a great new social network called PING which enables fans to listen to new music from friends playlists, comment socially about it and download them on the spot. The iPod will also enjoy high dynamic range photography and HD video and be able to edit courtesy of the iMovie App.

The new iPod Touch goes on sale next week, just in time for Christmas for $229 / 8GB, $299/32GB and $399/64GB. With gaming, music, and HD movies, the new iPod Touch is going to be a hot item come Christmas.

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JVC unveils Picsio pocket cameras for the masses

Posted by admin in Audio Gadgets on August 25th, 2010

Don’t you just love miniaturization? Just rewind the clock by a few years to find full HD camcorders for the home consumer, you’ll be surprised at their size and price points. Fast forward to today, and you will be able to pick up devices such as JVC’s latest Picsio pocket cameras in the form of the GC-WP10 and GC-FM2 that will come with full HD video recording capability, working great even under low-light conditions. Other hardware specifications include a three-inch touch screen for easy operation and playback viewing, compatibility with Eye-Fi cards that will throw in instant Wi-Fi connectivity for wireless transfer of files to your computer from the camcorder itself, not to mention the waterproof ability of the Picsio GC-WP10.

Camcorders these days are also worth checking out, since they are also more than able to shoot still images of comparable quality. While you might not be able to use it to blow those images to sizes that can fit into palace halls, at least they will still make more than decent 5R prints. The new Picsios are no exception, delivering up to five-megapixel native resolution without any interpolation issues. Apart from that, it will records up to 1920 x 1080p/30 fps Full HD video with image stabilization, allowing you to enjoy it over a HDTV instantly thanks to the camera’s HDMI output. Of course, if storage space is your concern, you can always choose from four different recording resolutions, and they are Full HD 1080 (1920 x 1080/30p), HD 720 (1280 x 720/60p), iFrame (960 x 540/30p) and Quarter High Definition (960 x 540/30p).

In addition, the inclusion of time-lapse recording will do its bit to reduce hours-long segments to mere seconds – perfect for budding directors. One more hardware feature that stands out would be its 3″ touchscreen display that delivers on-screen graphics for shooting and playback controls, including the 4x digital zoom. You can even use the touchscreen display while wearing gloves, making it functional regardless of the season you’re in at the moment. The JVC PICSIO GC-FM2 will hit the market from early September onwards for $179.95, while the JVC PICSIO GC-WP10 will arrive later in the same month for $199.95.

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Kodak announces new PLAYTOUCH Video Camera

Posted by admin in Audio Gadgets on August 24th, 2010

Kodak isn’t just all about photo prints, you know, as the company also has its own range of digital imaging hardware. The latest among the entire bunch would be the PLAYTOUCH video camera, where it will attempt to keep up with the times by featuring a 3-inch capacitive touchscreen display that allows you to go through your entire collection of high definition videos using nothing but the swipe of a fingertip. Thanks to new on-camera editing as well as Kodak’s exclusive Share Button, it will make the PLAYTOUCH Video Camera all the easier for consumers to share their favorite moments with friends and family – in full 1080p HD, no less.

Coming in a rather unique design, the Kodak PLAYTOUCH Video Camera is not short on features to help even the budding videographer to capture their memories with clarity and precision. Among the features thrown into the mix to make life a whole lot easier (and more fun) would be built-in image stabilization, a LCD glare shield and an external microphone jack. If you want to share your videos with family and friends, the process is made a whole lot easier thanks to its built-in USB connector as well as Kodak’s Share Button which allows you to tag videos and pictures on the camera itself for direct, automatic upload to popular social networking sites the moment the camera is hooked up to an Internet-connected computer.

For the list of features and capabilities of the Kodak PLAYTOUCH, here they are below.

  • Share Button for easy video upload to YOUTUBE and FACEBOOK sites, and email
  • 3-inch capacitive touchscreen LCD optimized for reviewing in landscape mode for the ultimate 1080p HD video sharing experience
  • On-camera editing features to trim and extract still pictures from video
  • 5 MP HD still pictures
  • Sharper videos and less blur with built-in digital image stabilization
  • Built-in USB arm for easy sharing, charging, and transferring
  • Smart face tracking technology
  • LCD glare shield feature
  • External stereo microphone jack to add high-quality sound to videos or to plug in headphones for discreet playback
  • 4 capture effects, including B&W, sepia, high saturation, and ’70s film look
  • HDMI output (HDMI cable included)
  • Up to 10 hours of HD video with expandable SD/SDHC card slot (up to 32 GB)
  • Li-Ion rechargeable battery with in-camera charging
  • PC and MAC iLIFE product compatibility

You will be able to choose from Smoke Gaze (Black), Chrome, Wine Country (Magenta), Cabana (Orange) and Spa Blue (Teal) colors as it hits the US market this fall for $229.95.

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Fujifilm announces FinePix REAL 3D W3 digital camera

Posted by admin in Audio Gadgets on August 19th, 2010

Stereoscopic 3D is big business these days, and Fujifilm intends to milk this potential cash cow to the maximum with the FinePix REAL 3D W3 digital camera. As its name suggests, this model will go one up on its predecessor by being able to capture high-resolution 3D photos and movies in 3D HD at 720p, and this is made possible thanks to the new RP (Real Photo) Processor. Apart from that, it also comes with a new Mini HDMI port that lets you play back your recorded images and video on most 3D television systems – apart from its Autostereoscopic 3D Widescreen 3.5” LCD display, of course. It makes us wonder with all these 3D devices going around, would bridal studios start to offer 3D footage and 3D images for their clients?

The slim FinePix REAL 3D W3 digital camera will sport a black matte finish in an ergonomic design, measuring just 21mm at its thinnest point while tipping the scales at just 8.5 ounces with a battery and memory card stashed within. With its durable stainless steel material used in its construction, you can be sure that the optical axis within remains precisely balanced to deliver accurate 3D images. Not only that, the W3 will also feature a horizontal lens cover with wave detail that doubles up as an on/off switch.

The introduction of Fujifilm’s FinePix REAL 3D technology enables one to capture true 3D courtesy of its twin 10-megapixel CCD sensors alongside dual FUJINON 3x optical zoom lenses (35-105mm) which are spaced 75mm apart. Both 3D and 2D Auto functions enable just about anyone to capture high-definition, high-resolution movies and photos without breaking a sweat, while audio is preserved in stereo for more impact. The One Touch Movie Mode lets you switch between movie and still modes, letting you play with the subject matter at your whim and fancy. Expect to see the FinePix REAL 3D W3 digital camera hit the market sometime early next month for $499.95.

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Samsung HMX-E10 is a full HD camcorder for beginners

Posted by admin in Audio Gadgets on July 28th, 2010

Love capturing most of your precious moments in a digital format? While pictures are great at conveying a visual story at that moment in time, videos also have their place in the entire hierarchy. The Samsung HMX-E10 plays its role well, being a full HD camcorder that is small and portable enough to be slipped into your pocket without much problem at all. This is a point-and-shoot device, boasting a versatile, 270-degree swiveling lens which will enhance your creativity while allowing you to record your very own unique views in each video through various angles. With its swiveling lens, you can also have a new sense of fun when recording video, as it allows you to be part of the video itself without straining your arm too much (or making a guesswork at where the lens is pointed at).

All recorded video can be transferred over to a computer using the innovative built-in USB port function, which is a similar to what Cisco’s line of Flip camcorders have. It also frees up your luggage space, since there is no USB cable to bring around. When plugged in via USB, you can also charge the battery, killing two birds with one stone. Not only that, the HMX-E10 will come loaded with Samsung’s play-edit-sharing program known as intelli-studio, where this intuitive program will offer you the ability to edit and play your video from any computer without having to install supporting software. Perfect when you’re traveling and do not have a personal computer or notebook to fiddle with.

With an interactive and onscreen “upload” button, the HMX-E10 makes short work of uploading footage to the Web. It drastically reduces the number of steps needed to successfully upload and share video on various sites such as YouTube. Other hardware specifications include a large, high-performance 1/3.2 inch CMOS sensor which can capture video in full HD resolution as well as 8-megapixel stills, a 2.7″ wide touchscreen LCD display, the mentioned swivel lens, and Smart Filters to produce unique lens and color effects. Available in ivory or black colors, the Samsung HMX-E10 will hit the market this September for $199.99 a pop.

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Stamp.y stamps off your photos

Posted by admin in Future Concepts on June 30th, 2010

Polaroid cameras still get a bit of love even now, despite the age of the technology.  You can’t help but love instant pictures no matter where you’re at.  Well this concept design taps into that just a little.  It gives you instant pictures, but in a very different way.  Instead of printing out pictures, it just gives you a stamp to use on random bits of paper.

With this instead of getting black and white you’ll get red and white.  Now I doubt that this would ever get to the point where it has near as much of a cult following as Polaroids, but it is an interesting new idea at the very least.  Stamp.y is a concept by Jinhee Kim, so it’s obviously still not up for sale.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 digital camera small in size, big on features

Posted by admin in Audio Gadgets on June 2nd, 2010

We’re pretty sure that most of you out there are familiar with the phrase, do not judge a book by its cover? The same applies to the world of gizmos as well, as we are not supposed to judge how a gadget will perform based on its size and looks. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 is one such device that ought to be approached with a degree of respect, since this super-slim digital camera might be small in stature, but it manages to pack in big features such as a 24mm ultra-wide-angle F2.2 bright LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON lens with 5x optical zoom that will come in handy if you’re a huge fan of shooting High Definition video for posterity. Apart from that, this slim and stylish LUMIX FX75 is a 14.1-megapixel digital camera that makes it one of Panasonic’s high-performing hybrid models.

The LUMIX FX75 is able to record HD video in the AVCHD Lite format, where this format will more or less double the recording time in HD quality when compared with the conventional Motion JPEG format. When doing so, this content makes perfect fodder for viewing on an HDTV, while Dolby Digital Creator can also record high quality audio. Of course, you can also record in Motion JPEG if you want to, not to mention WVGA (848

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Kodak Playsport helps you film your life

Posted by admin in Audio Gadgets on May 22nd, 2010

There is nothing quite like making sure all the important moments in life are documented, which is where a reliable camcorder comes in (unless you have an impeccable memory, of course). The Kodak Playsport camcorder might be a wee bit expensive at £129.99 for most folks, but this is no ordinary camcorder, not when it can fit into your pocket easily while offering full HD video capability. Not only that, you can bring this out on your outdoor trips since it is waterproof up to 3″, now how about that! Not only does it record video, it can also shoot 16:9 widescreen stills at 5-megapixels, where you can also get up close and personal with your subject through a 4x digital zoom. Once you’re done with your video recording, just plug it in using its USB connector and you’re good to go. All movies can be previewed through its 2″ LCD display, and it even does slow motion playback to boot. Apart from that, you can have hours of recording thanks to its SDHC memory card slot.

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Acadalus CPS-H1 self-leveling camera head

Posted by admin in Audio Gadgets on May 1st, 2010

One of the most difficult problems about shooting pictures with a camera on a tripod is keeping the camera level.

Generally, the bubble level attachment is for that, or you could get the Acadalus CPS-H1.

The CPS-H1 is a self-leveling camera head with a built-in digital inclinometer, and it can automatically level the camera at the touch of a button. I’m guessing that the other buttons are for subtly adjusting the camera for artistic angles.

I can tell you that this device is probably better than my so-called steady hands or eyeballing what is level. I mean, do you really want prints that look like the world is tilted?

Heck no! Everyone knows that a machine with their technological ways of aligning are so much better than probably the greatest photographer. I’ll bet artists that can draw a perfect circle can’t keep the camera level. Assuming they would want to take photos, of course.

Unfortunately, this technology costs, a lot. It is about $5,000, which is more than most cameras or tripods, for that matter.

Man, if you can afford one of these things, then you had better be one of those photographers that thousands of dollars per job. Because at five grand a pop, this device had better focus and do all the other settings for me.

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Flashlight Hidden Camcorder with Nightvision

Posted by admin in Audio Gadgets on March 4th, 2010

As if having a flashlight to help you in your nightly rounds isn’t enough, this one comes with an added advantage – it has a hidden camcorder within complete with nightvision capability, letting you collect evidence if the situation requires without your subject being any wiser for it. Of course, this is good only as long as you are no more than 8 feet away from your subject, since that is as far as the nightvision range works (including audio) in complete darkness. All videos are recorded in 640 x 480 resolution @ 30FPS, where a microSDHC memory card slot allows you to store up to 20 hours of recorded video. You can pick up this discreet device for $149.95 a pop.

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