10-megapixel effective recording * 2-1/2″ LCD screen * electronic viewfinder * 18X optical zoom (5 digital/90X total zoom) * optical image stabilization * 35mm equivalent lens focal length: 27-486 * top JPEG resolution: 3648 x 2736 * face detection identifies people in your frame and adjusts focus and exposure for better portraits * in-camera red-eye detection and automatic correction * high sensitivity mode (ISO 1600) at full resolution for low-light shooting *
The sleek and powerful Palm Tungsten E handheld comes packed for business and priced for value.Access your calendar, contacts and important information anywhere. Create and edit Word, Excel and PowerPoint-compatible files on the run. Synchronize with Outlook’s calendar, contacts, tasks, notes and email right out of the box. Stay productive using updated features to Palm’s award winning organization software. Listen to MP3s, watch video clips and view photos wherever you go.A powerful ARM processor lets you listen to MP3s while looking up an address or scheduling an appointment. Watch the latest movie trailer or a new sales video. Carry digital photo albums of friends and family, students and co-workers, even the latest real estate listings. Plus it’s expandable, and with 32MB of memory there’s plenty of room to customize from more than 18,000 applications (sold separately).
Seeking a camcorder? Seek no more! This newly styled JVC camcorder is designed for those who are searching for a fun and slimline camcorder while maintaining a full feature package within. The GR-DA30US boasts a 680,000-Pixel CCD Super High Band Processor for 520 lines of horizontal resolution. The maximum user friendliness is achieved with Power-Linked Operation (always ready to record), Night Alive ( for low-light recording), High Resolution 2.5″ Amorphous Silicon LCD Color Monitor, 700X Super Digital Zoom with Spline Interpolation, Digital Picture Stabilizer and Long Time Recording Capability. 16×9 Squeeze Mode PCM Digital Stereo Audio Iris Lock Wide Mode Manual focus, Exposure, and White Balance modes Black Fader Digital Wipes and Fades High Density Image Recording, Mini DV NTSC (SD specifications) BN-V408U 800 mAh Lithium-ion, High Capacity, rechargeable battery pack Built-in AC Power Adapter/battery charger i.Link Digital Input/Output (IEEE 1394 compliant DV in/out S-Video Output Shoulder strap, AC Adapter and AV output cables 1-year parts, 90 days labor warranty 1.15 LBS. (.52KG); 3.7 INCHES (94MM) x 2.7 INCHES (68.5MM) x 5.63 INCHES (143MM)
The new Eee PC 900 offers you more options for your mobile computing needs. Incorporating a shockproof design and weighing 2.18 pounds, you will find it “Easy to learn, work and play” – making it your best outdoor companion anywhere, anytime. The large 8.9? screen size allows for more screen space – making it more comfortable on the eyes reading and editing documents when viewing a single A4 page without the need to scroll left or right. On the top of this screen is the 1.3 Megapixel Webcamera that works synchronously with the 802.11b/g wireless to provide web conferencing anywhere, anytime for easier web communications and increased work efficiency. Another great feature is the built-in 20GB Solid State Disk (SSD) which offers 15 seconds boot times that also makes for a quiet, energy saving, shock proof design, which is ideal for reporters, wildlife photographers and other like-minded outdoor enthusiasts. On the Eee PC 900L 40 applications are pre-installed such as the Linux Operating System, OpenOffice Productivity Suite, Firefox browser, media player and more. Lastly the special FingerGlide makes operating the Eee PC easy and convenient through simple finger movements on the touch pad that allows for scrolling horizontally and vertically through documents by swiping two fingers up or down across the surface of the trackpad, or zoom in or zoom out of pictures by making pinching or stretching movement with your fingers. With all of these features the Asus Eee PC makes for a fantastic purchase as a well-equipped second PC or a Web access tool, so beat the crowds, and get yours today before they sell out! Intel UMA Display Card 1.3 Megapixel Webcamera WiFi 802.11b/g Wireless 10/100Mbps LAN Hi-Definition Audio Speaker and Microphone Memory Card Slot – MultiMedia Card (MMC), Secure Digital (SD) Card, SDHC Connections – 3 x USB, VGA, , A/C charger, Headphone, Microphone, RJ-45 (LAN) Approximate Unit Dimensions – 8.85
When electronic manufacturers in general, and camera manufacturers in particular, launch new models in any colour other than black, beige or silver, you know that somewhere along the line from drawing board to store shelf someone whose job title includes the word “marketing” has decided that they need to appeal to a particular type of consumer who they believe isn’t buying enough of their product.
Therefore I have to wonder exactly which section of the community this new Fujifilm FinePix Z5fd is targeted at, because although it may be described as “Raspberry Red” in the brochure, they’re not fooling anyone with that. This camera is pink. Not just pink, in fact, but bright metallic semi-gloss fuchsia pink. After just using it for the past few days I’ve found myself considering a new career in hairdressing. I’ve even thought about buying a New Beetle.
In design as well as décor the Z5fd is born for the clubbing lifestyle. Measuring a trim 92.8 X 55 X 19.4mm and weighing only 148g it’s small and light enough to qualify as ultra-compact, and will slip unobtrusively into a handbag or shirt pocket. When not in use the lens is protected by a sliding cover that doubles as the on/off switch, so it’s not going to be easily damaged if it has a close encounter with your pink Motorola RAZR or the lighter for your menthol cigarettes.
Despite the number in its name, the Z5fd is a 6.3-megapixel model featuring Fuji’s SuperCCD HR sensor, with an internal 3x zoom lens and a high-resolution 230k pixel 2.5-in LCD monitor. It is available in a slightly more butch silver or a positively macho “mocha brown” as well as the eye-catching colour of my test sample.
The sliding cover design isn’t as popular as it used to be, but there are a few similar models around, such as the Samsung Digimax i70 (£179), the new Casio Exilim EX-V7 (£249) and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T50 (£269), although all of these are 7MP models. Other 6MP ultra-compact cameras with internal corner-mounted zooms include the Samsung DigiMax i6 (£144), HP Photosmart R727 (£139) and Photosmart R827 (£199), and the Nikon Coolpix S6 (£179). With a price tag of £189 the Fuji Z5fd finds itself towards the high end of the price range for this type of camera.
Plain old picture frames are so last century. After all, they don’t do much more than show off one shot. Snore. Digital photo frames, on the other hand, let you create slide shows with cool transitions to display all of your vacation pics. Some of these handy devices integrate video, audio, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth , and a host of other features, too. The best part? LCD technology is finally becoming affordable enough for these frames to be had at reasonable prices.
If you’re interested in picking up a digital photo frame, you can still consider yourself a pioneer. The product category is relatively nascent, with heavy hitters like Sony and HP taking first stabs at devices. We’ve recently reviewed a bunch of digital photo frames and have found that you can land a great bargain on an excellent one; but you need to know what to look for. So here are our rules for picking the perfect digital picture frame.
Rule 1: Don’t Buy Based on Brand Name Alone
We had high hopes for HP’s first digital photo frame, the df750, for example, so we were surprised to find that the company built it around a dismal LCD riddled with scaling problems that produced jagged, grainy images. This frame also has a hard-to-maneuver menu system making it difficult to recommend.
On the flipside, the lesser-known Pandigital used an excellent display in its 8-inch Pantouch touchscreen-enabled frame that delivered the best images of the bunch. Our tests showed images with terrific color accuracy, and the device offers picture adjustments for brightness, contrast, tint, and color for fine-tuning almost any photo to perfection. The bottom line: Always read reviews before you buy! (And as luck would have it, we’ve listed links to several below.)
Rule 2: Never Settle for Resolution Below 640-by-480 Pixels—No Matter the Price
Rockbottom prices on some frames, such as the $79.99 Cenomax F7024B 7-inch Digital Photo Frame, may deem them mighty attractive, but beware of subpar images. This frame’s resolution of 480-by-234 pixels is too low to display details, so most of its images looks boxy and pixilated—no bargain! Only consider frames with a resolution of 640-by-480 or higher.
Rule 3: Select Your Aspect Ratio
Photo frames typically come in one of two aspect ratios, 4:3 or 15:9. By default, most point-and-shoot digital cameras take photos in 4:3. So a frame with an aspect ratio of 4:3 will be the best fit for your photos, as 15:9 frames will have to crop a piece of the top and bottom of your photos in order to fill the image on the LCD screen. On the other hand, a 15:9 aspect ratio gives your images a pleasing “widescreen” feel, which might be a better bet for some. One of our highest-rated frames, the Sony DPF-V900 9-inch Digital Photo Frame displays in 15:9. That, together with its slick design and intuitive software, makes it look and feel like a mini-HDTV.
Rule 4: Images Are Only Part of the Picture
Superior image quality isn’t the most important feature to everyone. Sure, you want to see your pictures clearly and sharply, but ease of use and additional functionalities are also something to consider. For instance, the Kodak EasyShare EX811 and Pandigital 8-inch PanTouch have easy-to-use menu systems and integrate Wi-Fi, so that you can send pictures to the frame over a home network. In addition, these frames let you view images from online photo sites. Simply set the frame up at your grandparents’ house, upload your pictures to the Web, and your family can see them. For those who want to pass the photos around at parties, the Viewsonic’s DPX702 might do the trick. The frame features an internal battery, which allows up to one hour of cable-free photo viewing.
And there you have it. So start by reading the reviews mentioned below, and be sure to follow our rules as you shop for a digital photo frame.
Next time you go on a trip, don’t forget to include the D1817 8″16:9 Portable DVD Player from Audiovox on your list of necessities. With its easy to see 16:9 aspect ratio 8″ screen and internal stereo speakers, movies will come to life. Also play your CDs, MP3 files burned on CDs, or even make a slideshow of your JPEG files. Compact and lightweight, the D1817 8″16:9 Portable DVD Player with its rechargeable battery is perfect for anyone on the move. Recharge the battery at home or even in your car with the supplied adapters.
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Few could argue that Asus created something special when it launched the Eee PC last year. The idea of making a truly mobile, yet very affordable mobile computer was welcomed by the Press and consumers in equal measure. Although the Eee PC 4G 701 that Andy reviewed back in October 2007 was a great machine, there were a couple of issues that took away some of the shine. Now however, I have the Eee PC 900 to play with, and it looks as though Asus may have got everything just about perfect this time.
Anyone who’s got a few years under their belt, like myself, will be well aware that the concept of a basic, portable computer with solid state storage and no moving parts is nothing new. About ten years ago I did a significant amount of my writing on a Psion Series 5, which was laughably referred to as a PDA. In the Series 5, Psion created a device so usable, that I was able to write entire features on it while sitting on the train. The company then pushed the boundaries even further when it launched the Series 7 and eventually the NetBook.
What Psion got right with its machines was a balance of essential functionality, small form factor and great battery life. As time moved on, though, fully fledged notebooks became smaller and lighter and end users wanted to run feature rich (read bloated) operating systems on their mobile computers. All this spelled the end for Psion hardware (although it did spin off its EPOC OS as Symbian), and for a long time we simply didn’t see machines like the Series 7 and NetBook. Thankfully Asus realised that there was room in the market for a basic, affordable machine that didn’t need to run the latest version of Windows – thus the Eee PC was born.
For anyone who hasn’t heard of the Eee PC before (where have you been hiding?), let me give you the low down. The Eee PC is a very small machine measuring 225 x 165 x 35mm (WxDxH) and weighing around 1kg. that puts it well and truly into the ultra-portable sector, being lighter than even a Sony TZ31MN, and smaller too. This is a machine built to be used on the move, without the need to make much space for it in your bag. The Eee PC comes in two colours, pearlescent white, like the one I’m reviewing here and black – yes, that does sound very similar to Apple’s MacBook range, but that’s most definitely where the similarities end.
