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Tuesday, September 1st, 2009 |
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Aimed at experienced shooters looking for value and sophisticated SLR performance, Sony today introduced the full-frame a (alpha) DSLR-A850 camera and a new 28-75mm F2.8 lens. The a850 model shares the same 24.6 megapixel sensor and most features of the flagship a900 camera, introduced last year, but will be available for just under $2000 (body only).
“Sony is bringing the benefits of a full-frame digital SLR camera to a broader group of consumers,” said Kristen Elder, director of the Digital Imaging business at Sony Electronics. “The a850 strengthens Sony’s alpha DSLR line, which now offers models in each step from high-end professional down to the amateur enthusiast.”
The a850 camera is designed to deliver ultra-fine picture quality with a high resolution, 24.6-megapixel, 35-mm full-frame Exmor CMOS sensor and fast image processing with dual BIONZ processing engines. It also offers high-speed continuous shooting of 24.6 megapixel images at up to three frames per second.
Ultra-Fine Images: The camera’s Exmor CMOS sensor delivers the photographic expressive power of wide angles and perspective that only a 35 mm full-frame sensor can offer, and is designed to take advantage of the resolving power of high-precision alpha lenses. Its high pixel count and large size provide enhanced image detail and a wider dynamic range for natural color reproduction and subtle tonal gradations.
Image processing gets a boost in speed and power from two BIONZ processing engines. Large amounts of data captured by the 24.6-megapixel sensor can be quickly processed to achieve a fast shooting response. Additionally, this dual BIONZ system applies advanced noise reduction algorithms producing images of exceptional quality and detail, especially at high ISO sensitivities.
Capture the Right Shot the First Time: The camera’s innovative intelligent preview function takes the guesswork out of setting up a shot and the hassle of taking multiple shots to achieve a desired effect.
After pressing the depth of field preview button, the camera “grabs” a RAW preview image which is processed and displayed on the LCD screen. You can then fine tune white balance, determine the best level and effect of dynamic range optimization, adjust exposure compensation and check histogram data, all before you actually take the picture. Preview images are not recorded on the camera’s memory card, thus saving capacity.
The camera’s autofocus system features nine sensors with 10 assist points for improved tracking of moving subjects. A center dual cross sensor comprised of two horizontal and two vertical line sensors as well as a dedicated f/2.8 sensor are included to achieve greater precision, especially when using fast-aperture lenses.
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Friday, August 28th, 2009 |
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Sony introduced the Party-shot personal photographer (model IPT-DS1)–an innovative camera dock that pans 360 degrees and tilts 24 degrees, automatically detects faces, adjusts composition and takes photos for you.
The Party-shot camera accessory uses the camera’s BIONZ image processor with its Face Detection and Smile Shutter features to take photos without the user needing to snap the shutter button. This device makes it easy to capture more natural expressions and fun, candid moments of you, your family and friends without having to hire a photographer.
“With the Party-shot personal photographer, you no longer have to worry about taking photos when you are with your family or friends,” said Shigehiko Nakayama, manager of the digital imaging accessories business at Sony Electronics. “Party-shot captures candid moments that tell natural life stories and also offers a new style of photography that enriches time with your family and friends.”
Compatible with the DSC-WX1 and DSC-TX1 Cyber-shot digital cameras, the Party-shot camera accessory is mountable on nearly any tripod, so you can set it up in a convenient location in your home, especially when you are entertaining. With two AA batteries, the Party-shot camera accessory captures photos for up to 11 hours and is portable, so you can enjoy taking pictures outdoors. You can also use an AC adaptor (sold separately).
Pre-orders will begin on August 6, 2009, at sonystyle.com/retail and at selected retailers nationwide. The Party-shot camera accessory will be available for about $150 in September at Sony Style retail stores at military base exchanges and at authorized dealers nationwide.
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Tuesday, August 18th, 2009 |
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The Atree J100 comes with a touchscreen display that looks just gorgeous, offering 3″ of touchscreen goodness. In addition, you will be able to take advantage of the new Flash graphical UI that offers widget and calendar functions, accompanied by a pre-loaded e-dictionary, full audio and video playback of the most popular formats out there, a microSD memory card slot for expansion purposes, a built-in microphone and 4GB of internal memory.
Apart from that, if you so happen to reside in an area that offers DMB TV support, you can also check out the latest shows through that method as well. The Atree J100 ought to retail for around $157 in Korea after conversion.
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Tuesday, August 18th, 2009 |
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On Thursday, Microsoft confirmed the prices for its new line of Zune HD media players making it crystal clear that it is in competition with its rival Apple iPod by costing it lower than them. The price of the Zune HD is $219.99 for a 16GB unit and $289.99 for the 32GB version.
From Thursday onwards even pre orders for the media players also have started by the Redmond, Wash.-based software giant and consumers can order at Amazon.com, Best Buy, Walmart and Microsoft. Microsoft said in a statement, that deliveries of the new Zune will begin Sept. 15, the same day the players become available for sale in stores. The new devices compete drastically in price as well as design with the iPod Touch.
Microsoft stated in May that the new units will feature a built-in HD Radio receiver, high-definition (HD) video output capabilities, organic light-emitting diode (OLED) touch screen, Wi-Fi and an Internet browser.
One analyst says that neither features nor price will attract the iPod faithful, but still some have doubted that Zune’s pricing will be enough to encourage the iPod faithful to abandon their Apple units. Earlier week, the details of the Zune HD’s pricing appeared in a leak reported by tech blog Gizmodo. However, Gizmodo’s information about the actual “General Availability” (GA) date for the units was off by a week.
Amazon had put up briefly and prematurely Zune HD pre-order page that displayed the pricing, earlier this week. But was quickly removed before Gizmodo grabbed a screen capture. Later, Gizmodo also acquired screen shots purportedly from within Best Buy that showed what turned out to be the incorrect GA date. Moreover, there were no comments by the Micrsoft spokesperson.
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Saturday, August 15th, 2009 |
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Asus has just unveiled its latest RT-N13U wireless router that will make it a snap to configure right out of the box thanks to the intuitive Asus EZ UI which enables users to set up and manage wireless connections, printers and scanners without breaking a sweat.
Heck, it even comes with the ability to allocate different bandwidth to various activities performed based on user preferences. Another advantage of the Asus RT-N13U would be its ability to support 24/7 downloads without the need for a computer to be left running. No idea on pricing, but the stylish Asus RT-N13U comes with an optimized antenna isolation configuration that allows one to obtain better connectivity and clearer reception.
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Tuesday, August 11th, 2009 |
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Logitech just announced its Harmony 900, a universal remote that builds on the work the company did with the Harmony One. The 900 uses the same superb physical design as the Harmony One, but it now supports radio frequency (RF) commands, in addition to infra-red (IR) ones.
Logitech has also added a piano black dock that will charge the remote: that’s a pretty neat idea. That’s not all, Logitech now has in-cabinet IR blasters for users who like to have everything neatly packed and hidden away (like me). Finally, the setup for the remote is fairly easy.
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Tuesday, August 11th, 2009 |
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Onkyo recently announced a couple of home theater receivers, the TX-NR807 and TX-SR707. Both models are 7.2-channel systems, where the former is able to stream audio from Internet-based services including Pandora, Rhapsody, Sirius and Internet radio from vTuner’s database. In addition, it is able to play back all audio stored on networked PCs and hard drives since the receiver is DLNA 1.5-compliant.
Supported file formats include MP3, WMA, FLAC, OGG Vorbis and AAC file playback from PCs. Other features include DVD upconversion to 1080p, half a dozen HDMI inputs, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio decoding, and is THX-Select2 Plus as well as Dolby Pro Logic IIz certified. As for the lesser TX-SR707, it lacks networking compatibility does not pump out as much power is its more expensive sibling. Onyko has priced the TX-SR-707 and TX-NR807 at $899 and $1,099, respectively.
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Tuesday, August 11th, 2009 |
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Netgear has just released its Home Theater Internet Connection Kit, also known as the XAVB1004. This device is a dream come true for those who want to hook up multiple Ethernet-enabled entertainment devices (ranging from set-top boxes, gaming consoles to Blu-ray players) to the Internet and home networks simultaneously.
This setup will require one to have a high speed powerline connection at home, where it will then have enough bandwidth to handle high-performance applications including HD video streaming, Voice over IP (VoIP), Internet gaming and large file transfers to networked devices. The kit will comprise of a Powerline AV Adapter with 4-port Ethernet Switch (XAV1004) and one Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter (XAV101).
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Monday, August 10th, 2009 |
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recently announced its alliance with Trend Micro, Inc., a global leader in Internet content security, to offer advanced Trend Micro USB Security software preloaded on its newest USB flash drive, the JetFlash V15. With this powerful combination of Transcend hardware and industry-leading Trend Micro software, users can now share, store and manage valuable data more safely and securely than ever.
Trend Micro USB Security is a unique software program specially developed to protect against malicious content in files transferred to USB Flash Drives. With its easy-to-use interface and simple one-step activation process, Trend Micro USB Security protects the JetFlash V85 from the first moment it is connected. Upon finding threats, the software will alert the user and move all dangerous files to a hidden quarantine folder.
Additionally, when the JetFlash V85 is plugged into a computer with Internet access, Trend Micro USB Security will automatically download and install the latest security updates directly onto the drive. Thanks to its powerful Trend Micro USB Security built-in software, Transcend’s JetFlash V85 AntiVirus USB Flash Drive can freely be used in any computer with no danger of malicious data hitching a ride while transferring files.
Transcend’s capless JetFlash V15 flash drive features a retractable USB connector with lock-switch, which makes the drive easier to use and protects it from damage during travel. Its shiny gloss design includes a convenient attachment hook that not only helps prevent accidental loss, but also makes the drive easier to remove from a USB port.
The 16GB version also has amazing fast transfer speeds of up to 32MB/s read and 16MB/s write that allow back-ups and file transfers to finish in just seconds. With outstanding storage performance, a preloaded, full-featured, 90-day trial version of Trend Micro USB Security, plus Transcend’s renowned global lifetime warranty service, the JetFlash V15 is a feature-packed portable storage device that offers users peace of mind by protecting precious personal data from hackers, viruses or cybercriminals. Currently available in 16GB, 8GB, 4GB and 2GB capacities.
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Thursday, August 6th, 2009 |
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Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of the COOLPIX S1000pj. Packing the pleasure of a personal go-anywhere theater into a stylish compact enclosure, the COOLPIX S1000pj delivers a fun new way to share pictures with friends and family in most any location.
The COOLPIX S1000pj is the first compact digital camera in the world to feature a built-in projector. With a simple touch of a button, the camera projects favorite photos or movies clips on any flat surface at up to 40 inches in size. Pictures can be projected individually, or as slide shows complete with music and added effects that enhance the experience. It’s the fun new way to share pictures with family and friends in most any location.
This capability to project still images or movie clips gives birth to an entirely new form of communication as all participants visually share the passion of special moments together. For example, the COOLPIX S1000pj can be used to capture photos on a family vacation, and then serve double-duty as a personal theater in the evening as everyone enjoys viewing the highlights of the day projected on a wall or a ceiling.
Whenever and just about wherever friends gather, the COOLPIX S1000pj’s projector can add whole new life to the party by displaying nostalgic pictures or freshly shot images for all to enjoy. Parents can even use the COOLPIX S1000pj to display photos of their own artworks or other images on the ceiling to complement bedtime stories they tell their children. A handy projector stand is included, as is a remote control that can be used to operate the projector, release the shutter, and more.
Also featured are the precision optics of a 5x zoom NIKKOR lens that provides the compositional freedom of 28mm wide-angle coverage and macro shooting ability from as close as 3 cm (1.2 in.). This combines with the image quality and performance benefits of Nikon’s innovative EXPEED digital image-processing concept to help ensure consistently beautiful results produced at the high resolution of 12.1 effective megapixels.
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