Samsung Announces New Smart Camera Range at CES 2013

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Samsung has expanded its range  of smart compact cameras with new hardware announcements at CES 2013.

The  manufacturer unveiled a host of devices equipped with Smart Camera 2.0  technology, which offers a range of shoot, share and editing options.

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Samsung’s new smart snappers have been built with smartphone users in mind. The  AutoShare feature enables images to be automatically sent to a handset over WiFi  immediately after they have been captured.

Moreover, a dedicated app for  iOS and Android turns handsets into a remote viewfinder for the  camera.

The WB250F spearheads the new compact range, featuring an 18x  optical zoom, 24mm lens and 14.2 million pixel CMOS sensor. The WB200F will also  be available as a CCD sensor-packing alternative.

Samsung’s WB800F is a  mid-range offering, sporting a 21x optical zoom, a 16.3 million pixel CMOS  sensor and touch-screen functionality.

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The Samsung WB30F is a slimline alternative, a 17mm thick snapper with a 10x  optical zoom and 24mm wide angle lens, as well as special features including  Magic Frame and Live Panorama modes.

Samsung’s DV151F is a WiFi-enabled  snapper with a 1.48-inch front LCD screen ideal for capturing self portraits,  and a range of in-camera effects such as the Beauty Palette feature and Smart  Filter 3.0.

The Samsung ST150 rounds off the new line of smart compacts,  coming with an f/2.5 lens, 5x optical zoom, 25mm wide angle lens and a 16.2  million-pixel CCD sensor, as well as WiFi connectivity.

Pricing and  availability for the new camera is yet to be announced.

Nikon Launches Two New 1 NIKKOR Lenses

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Nikon launches two new 1 NIKKOR lenses

Ultra Wide-Angle & Powerful 10x Zoom

 Nikon has also launched Two New Nikkor Lenses.

RRPs and sales start dates:

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6.7mm – 13mm: £459.99 / €579.00

 

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10-100mm: £479.99 / €599.00

 

Nikon launches two new lenses in the 1 NIKKOR range: the 1 NIKKOR VR 6.7–13mm f/3.5–5.6 ultra wide-angle zoom lens and the 1 NIKKOR VR 10–100mm f/4.0–5.6 powerful 10x zoom lens.

Previously announced in 2012, the two new lenses extend the 1 NIKKOR range at different ends of the spectrum. The 1 NIKKOR VR 6.7–13mm is an ultra wide-angle zoom lens, while the 1 NIKKOR VR 10–100mm is a powerful 10x zoom lens. Both lenses feature Nikon’s Vibration Reduction system that corrects image blur to ensure that stills are sharp and movies stay steady. Both products have a retractable lens mechanism that allows you to retract the lens when not in use for superior portability.

Simon Iddon, Product Manager, Nikon 1 Compact System Cameras, Nikon UK says: “The 1 NIKKOR lenses have played a big part in making the Nikon 1 range such a great success by empowering people to explore their full photographic potential. These two new lenses bring the 1 NIKKOR line-up to a total of eight.”

He continues: “The compact 1 NIKKOR VR 6.7–13mm is the first ultra wide-angle zoom lens in the 1 NIKKOR range—a smart choice for people who want to shoot beautifully sharp pictures of stylish interiors, or fit their whole family into a group photo. At the other end of the range, the 1 NIKKOR VR 10–100mm is a portable all-round performer that’s ideal for use on holidays or weekends away when you need versatility, but want to avoid taking multiple lenses with you.”

1 NIKKOR concept

1 NIKKOR lenses capture life with exceptional sharpness. Designed with active lifestyles in mind, the growing range covers a wide range of scenes, and each lens is optimised for movie recording. Combined with the portability, power and speed of Nikon 1 cameras, the small size of 1 NIKKOR lenses truly sets the Nikon 1 system apart.

Both lenses feature Nikon 1 optimised optics, and deliver edge-to-edge sharpness with aspherical lens elements and ED glass elements to ensure superior resolution and contrast. Their compact size and light weight contribute to the Nikon 1 system’s convenient portability, without sacrificing image quality. When you shoot through Nikon glass, you can be sure that you’re capturing amazingly sharp images with vividly rendered colours, and deep contrast.

1 NIKKOR VR 6.7–13mm f/3.5–5.6 ultra wide-angle zoom lens

View a shot taken with the 1 NIKKOR VR 6.7–13mm lens and you’ll feel like you’re actually there, right in the heart of the action. The first ultra wide-angle zoom lens for the Nikon 1 system lets you get closer to your subject and still fit everything in.

Like all 1 NIKKOR lenses, it provides the perfect balance of portability, power, speed, and quality. With a focal length range of 6.7–13mm (35mm equivalent: approx. 18-35mm), and a 100° angle of view—the widest of all 1 NIKKOR lenses—this lens is ideal for emphasizing the sheer scale of an impressive landscape, great for fitting the whole family into a group shot, and tailor-made for capturing beautifully sharp compositions of stylish interiors.

This lightweight, ultra wide-angle zoom lens is available in silver or black, and has an attractive, compact design with a high-quality metallic exterior. It helps you take hand-held shots and movies with confidence, thanks to the Vibration Reduction stabilization system that prevents image blur. The smooth aperture mechanism glides effortlessly between soft and sharp backgrounds to make your subject stand out more, even when shooting a movie.

1 NIKKOR VR 10–100mm f/4.0–5.6 powerful 10x zoom lens

The world’s smallest,¹ “carry-anywhere” 10x zoom lens has a powerful zoom range that makes it the natural choice when you want to get closer to a distant subject. Versatile and portable enough to take with you wherever you go, the 1 NIKKOR VR 10–100mm lens can handle anything from close-up portraits to distant sporting action with ease.

This all-round performer is equally at home with wide-angle and telephoto shots, with a focal length range of 10–100mm (35 mm equivalent: 27–270mm) and maximum apertures of f/4.0–5.6. The Vibration Reduction stabilization system ensures that stills stay crisp and movies are always steady, even at maximum zoom.

 

Available in black, silver, and white, with a classy, compact design and high-quality metallic exterior, this is an indispensable all-round lens that you’ll always enjoy using. Take it with you wherever you go, and you’ll have the perfect lens to capture the action, whatever the situation.

Accessories

The CL-N101 Lens soft case protects your 1 NIKKOR lenses from dust and scratches, while the HB-N106 bayonet hood attaches to the lens hood to protect your 1 NIKKOR lens, minimise stray light, and reduce lens flare and ghosting. The hood can be reversed and mounted on the lens when not in use, and has twist-lock mounting for extra security. The HB-N105 bayonet hood is included with every purchase of the 1 NIKKOR VR 6.7–13mm.

The 1 NIKKOR line-up

The current 1 NIKKOR line-up consists of the compact, lightweight 1 NIKKOR VR 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom lens that lets you make the most of every shooting opportunity; the 1 NIKKOR VR 30-110mm f/3.8-5.6 compact telephoto zoom lens; the 1 NIKKOR 10mm f/2.8 slim wide-angle fixed focal length lens; the 1 NIKKOR VR 10-100mm f/4.5-5.6 PD-ZOOM lens equipped with a power drive mechanism and recommended for movie recording; the super-slim 1 NIKKOR 11-27.5mm f/3.5-5.6 2.5x zoom lens; and the 1 NIKKOR 18.5mm f/1.8 fixed focal length lens with fast maximum aperture. The addition of the two new lenses brings the total line-up to eight.

Footnotes

¹World’s smallest: Among zoom lenses with a zoom ratio of 5x or higher for digital cameras with interchangeable lenses available as of this lens’ announcement on January 8, 2013, based on Nikon’s research of volume comparison when the lens is retracted.

Nikon Unveils New Cameras at CES 2013

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Nikon has announced new camera hardware at CES 2013, expanding its Nikon 1 series of  snappers as well as its Coolpix line.

A pair of mirrorless  interchangeable lens cameras, the Nikon 1 J3 and the Nikon 1 S1, headlined the  photography giant’s presentation at the Las Vegas trade show.

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The Nikon 1 J3 measures in at just 101mm x 60.5mm x 28.8mm and packs a powerful  image processor capable of capturing 60fps, limited to 20 frames in a single  burst. An improved hybrid autofocus system offers a speedier shooting  performance than its predecessor, the J2.

Available in black, white,  beige, red and silver, the camera supports wireless media transfer via the  Wireless Mobile Adapter accessory, which must be purchased  separately.

Nikon’s 1 S1, featuring a 10.1-megapixel image sensor and an  ISO range of between 100 and 6,400, can handle up to 60fps, limited to 15 frames  per shot.

The 1 S1 comes with lower specs and a simpler user interface  than the 1 J3, and is geared towards relative novices looking to make the  transition from a compact camera to an interchangeable lens  shooter.

Nikon also expanded its Coolpix line of compact cameras at CES  with the unveiling of the WiFi-enabled Coolpix S6500 and the stylish S2700.

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The former comes with a 16-megapixel CMOS sensor, a wide-angle NIKKOR 12x  optical zoom lens covering a 35mm equivalent focal range of 25-300mm, and WiFi  connectivity for media transfer.

Nikon’s S2700 comes with a lightweight  20.7mm body and 6x optical zoom, as well as features such as motion blur  reduction and in-camera retouching, but is not WiFi-ready.

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The Final Hours of Tomb Raider Episode 4 : Multiplayer Edition

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The Final Hours of Tomb Raider Episode 4 : Multiplayer Edition

SQUARE ENIX and Crystal Dynamics have released The Final Hours of Tomb Raider Episode 4.

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In the 4th episode of The Final Hours of Tomb Raider, Zachary Levi goes behind the scenes on one of the most radical additions to the Tomb Raider franchise, the addition of Multiplayer.

Zac travels to Montreal to sit and chat with some of the key team members from Crystal Dynamics about the rationale and direction for this new feature, and introduces you to the team from Eidos-Montréal.

The team talk about the core focus to ensure they injected attributes from the single player with a multiplayer twist, such as team survival, verticality and the inclusion of environmental threats.

Multiplayer in Tomb Raider sees the island’s indigenous Scavengers pitted against the crew members from the shipwrecked Endurance. Set in some of the island’s hostile landscapes, players will use traversal and hunting skills from single player, plus trap setting to create fast-paced combat in a selection of versus gaming modes.

Here is episode 4:

I am a huge fan of the new Tomb Raider game, and you can check out both our preview of the first three hours of the game and also some new gameplay footage.

CES2013: Ford Announces Mobile Device App Development Initiative

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CES2013: Ford Announces Mobile Device App Development Initiative

Ford announced the Ford Developer Program at CES2013, bringing the ability for mobile device app developers to target apps at your Ford vehicle.  Read on for details.

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Ford announced the Ford Developer Program at CES2013, bringing the ability for mobile device app developers to target apps at your Ford vehicle. Announced apps include location sharing app Glympse, Amazon Cloud Player for music streaming, USA Today for news, and others as well.  Included in the program is a complete SDK and even support for developing AppLink-compatible apps.  Here is the press release:

Ford Launches App Developer Program Marking New Course for Customer-Driven Innovation and Value Creation

  • Ford launches the automotive industry’s first open mobile app developer program enabling software developers to integrate their apps with SYNC® AppLink™
  • The Ford Developer Program provides a software development kit, technical support from Ford engineers and a developer community

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2013 – Providing developers the information and tools needed for the creation of relevant, voice-activated experiences inside the car, Ford Motor Company today announces the launch of the Ford Developer Program (http://developer.ford.com) at the 2013 International CES.

Utilizing the SYNC® connectivity system and AppLink™ application programming interface (API), Ford becomes the first automaker in the world to launch an open developer program that enables software developers to directly interface with the vehicle and create apps that will enhance the driving experience.

“The Ford Developer Program marks a dramatic shift in how we will innovate new features and add value to our vehicles throughout the ownership period,” said Hau Thai-Tang, vice president of Engineering, Ford Global Product Development. “Opening the car to developers gives consumers a direct voice and hand in the creation of apps that can help our products remain relevant, up to date and valuable to our customers.”

According to a recent Nielsen survey, more than half of all American mobile subscribers now use smartphones of some kind and two-thirds of newly activated phones can run apps. Globally, there are now more than 1 billion smartphone users, a population that is expected to double by 2015. More than 55 billion apps have been downloaded from the leading digital markets, and American users have an average of 67 apps on their devices.

“When we first introduced SYNC in 2007, there was a need for an appropriate way to connect and control cellphones and digital music players in the car due to the massive consumer adoption trend,” continued Thai-Tang. “Offering voice control so drivers can keep their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road has proven to be popular with our customers. Now, with an even faster adoption rate of smartphones, there is a need for a renewed focus on voice control for the unique capabilities of these devices, especially for the use of apps.”

A recent Frost & Sullivan study shows one in five survey respondents acknowledge using apps while driving with absolutely no connection to the vehicle. While SYNC provides connectivity and voice control for phones and music players via Bluetooth® or USB, AppLink provides a voice-activated interface, allowing drivers to control smartphone apps without the need to pick up their devices. First launched in 2010, SYNC AppLink provides industry-leading voice command and control of mobile apps including popular services like Pandora personalized radio, Stitcher smart radio, NPR News, iHeartRadio digital radio and Scout personal navigation.

“The car presents an all-new opportunity for developers, especially the millennial market, and we’re looking forward to seeing what results,” said Thai-Tang. “Engaging innovators outside of the company is a key part of our strategy to be consumer-driven in all aspects of our business, helping us not only satisfy what’s going on today, but setting us up for innovative solutions to the challenges coming in the future.”

Millennials – those aged 18-33 – are particularly interested in customizing their experience with consumer products. Four in 10 respondents to a survey of millennials by Edelman 8095 want the opportunity to influence the products they use. Selecting and using apps is one of the easiest ways to personalize the functionality of both communications devices and vehicles they connect to for a unique user experience.

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Ford has been in a beta test with a group of invited developers as they work out details of the software development kit (SDK), documentation and technical support systems. With more than three dozen AppLink-compatible apps publicly available on Apple iOS and Google Android, the SDK is now mature enough that Ford engineers are ready to let the vast ecosystem of developers try it out.

The Ford program is similar to those at technology companies including Apple, Google and Facebook. App developers who want to enable their creations for AppLink can now register at http://developer.ford.com to download the AppLink SDK. The SDK contains code libraries and documentation for the APIs that enable two-way communication between mobile apps and the vehicle including voice commands from the driver.

“Since launching AppLink, we’ve worked with developers ranging from a two-man startup at Roximity to large organizations like National Public Radio and Major League Baseball,” said Julius Marchwicki, global product manager for Ford SYNC AppLink. “The experience we gained from these projects as well as supporting hackathons at TechCrunch Disrupt and Facebook has helped us refine the development and testing process.”

In addition to the libraries and documentation, developers will have access to technical support directly from Ford engineers and online discussion forums where they can share lessons learned with other developers.

CES2013: Ford, Eaton, SunPower and Whirlpool Team Up for Electric Energy Initiative

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CES2013: Ford, Eaton, SunPower and Whirlpool Team Up for Electric Energy Initiative

Ford has announced an electrical energy initiative, designed to leverage data relative to their electric vehicle business to save homeowners money by more efficiently consuming electricity.  Read on for details.

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Ford has announced an electrical energy initiative, designed to leverage data relative to their electric vehicle business to save homeowners money by more efficiently consuming electricity. Ford has developed a database of electricity pricing which allows them to predict the manner in which you can consume electricity, moving energy-intensive uses like running your refrigerator’s ice maker at night during off-peak hours to save.  Ford developed the database to assist electric vehicle customers in minimizing their electricity spend, and decided to collaborate with appliance and electrical panel manufacturers with the data to help manage your electrical spend and usage.  Here is the press release from Ford:

Ford, Eaton, SunPower and Whirlpool Team Up for Electric Energy Initiative

  • Ford launches MyEnergi Lifestyle® collaboration to show how a typical American family can significantly reduce their electricity bills and CO2 footprint by integrating today’s home appliance and plug-in vehicle technology
  • Georgia Institute of Technology computer model predicts a 60 percent reduction in energy costs and savings of more than 9,000 kg of CO2 (55 percent reduction) from a single home when changes from a MyEnergi Lifestyle product are incorporated; if every home in the U.S. were to implement these energy-saving technologies, it would be the equivalent of taking all the homes in California, New York and Texas off the power grid (32 million homes)
  • Ford and its business associates will highlight MyEnergi Lifestyle technologies and detailed modeling results at the 2013 International CES in Las Vegas, Jan. 8-12

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8, 2013 – Ford Motor Company today announces a strategic collaboration that will demonstrate how a typical American family can significantly reduce their electricity bills and CO2 footprint by integrating home appliance technology with a plug-in vehicle to achieve an energy-efficient lifestyle.

The Ford-led MyEnergi Lifestyle® collaboration – comprised of leaders in the home appliance, renewable energy and power management industries – includes Eaton (NYSE: ETN), SunPower (NASDAQ: SPWR) and Whirlpool (NYSE: WHR). Additional featured companies include semiconductor provider Infineon (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) and Nest Labs, with its latest learning thermostat represented in the research and implementation phase of the collaboration.

Specifically, MyEnergi Lifestyle showcases how combining renewable energy generation with “time-flexible” loads optimizes energy consumption across a plug-in vehicle and home appliances.

Ford and its business associates worked with researchers from Georgia Institute of Technology to create a computer model that calculates the electricity usage of a typical single family in their home for one year and the associated savings with moving to an energy-efficient lifestyle. The cumulative results predict a 60 percent reduction in energy costs and more than 9,000 kg of CO2 (55 percent reduction) saved from a single home. If every home in the U.S. were to implement these energy-saving technologies, it would be the equivalent of taking all the homes in California, New York and Texas off the power grid (32 million homes).

Additional results from the Georgia Tech computer model, including in-depth associate product savings, will be revealed at Ford’s display during the 2013 International CES in Las Vegas, Jan. 8-12.

To create a real-world example of how attainable, affordable and convenient a sustainable lifestyle can be, MyEnergi Lifestyle collaborators also announce plans to award a typical American family with delivery and installation of energy-saving products from each company, along with other leading energy-efficient products. All contest and promotion details will be included in a separate announcement soon.

“More than ever, cars are sharing the same energy source as the home,” says Mike Tinskey, global director of Vehicle Electrification and Infrastructure, Ford Motor Company. “The time is right for the home appliance and transportation sectors to converge if we are going to tackle a myriad of sustainability challenges in a rapidly changing world.”

The average American home uses more than 11,000 kWh of electricity a year, says Warwick Stirling, global director for Energy and Sustainability, Whirlpool Corporation. “But with recent technology advancements in our appliances, a family can use energy smarter and more efficiently,” he adds.

“SunPower is offering Ford plug-in vehicle owners the world’s most efficient solar power systems to ensure they maximize emission-free power generation for use at home and for their vehicles,” says Ken Fong, SunPower general manager, Americas. “SunPower systems offer the industry’s best warranty, so homeowners can count on 25 years or more of clean power to support their sustainability goals and generate significant annual savings on their electricity bills.”

“As innovation in home electrical technology advances, so does the need for safe, reliable and efficient power distribution,” says Joanne Edwards, vice president and general manager, Residential Division, Eaton. “At the same time, giving homeowners the tools to tap into the details of distributed power for their homes allows them to modify their behavior and further reduce energy consumption.”

Driving change: Technology trends

A plug-in vehicle is the largest electrified product most people will ever buy, and it serves as a catalyst for adoption of products that reduce CO2 and save money. Recent advancements in several technologies make this an ideal time to demonstrate the benefits that can be achieved by optimizing a home energy footprint.

Key factors driving MyEnergi Lifestyle include:

  • Electric vehicles, like the all-new Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid, are more efficient and can charge during the low-cost electricity hours
  • Appliance efficiency has improved dramatically over the past decade
  • Hot water heaters are more efficient and use nighttime electricity
  • Connected appliances can use less energy during peak periods
  • The Nest Learning Thermostat programs itself and automatically saves energy when a homeowner is away
  • Efficient, reliable and affordable rooftop solar systems enable families to generate renewable energy and save money on utility bills
  • Connected devices enable smarter use of energy

In addition to the energy benefits directly received from the latest product offerings of Ford, Eaton, SunPower and Whirlpool, the widespread deployment of smart meters (now in more than 40 million homes across the U.S.) enables households to take advantage of off-peak rates.

CES 2013 : Elgato announces EyeTV Mobile with Lightning Connector

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CES 2013 : Elgato announces EyeTV Mobile with Lightning Connector

Elgato today announced a Lightning version of EyeTV Mobile, its highly acclaimed TV Tuner for iPad and iPhone. While using the same compact enclosure as the original EyeTV Mobile, the new model will connect directly to Apple devices featuring the ultra-slim, durable Lightning connector.

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EyeTV Mobile connects directly to iPad with Retina display, iPad mini, and iPhone 5. It receives digital TV via its supplied miniature telescopic antenna. EyeTV Mobile doesn’t need an internet connection so users can watch, pause and rewind live TV without touching their data plans. The hardware ships with different aerial options to deliver the best possible reception both on the move and at home. The EyeTV Mobile app is free and is available on the App Store.

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The new EyeTV Mobile is showcased for the first time at International CES 2013. It will be available later this quarter at major retailers.

CES 2013 : Blue Microphones announces Nessie

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CES 2013 : Blue Microphones announces Nessie

Last night at CES Blue Microphones announced Nessie, the solution for fearless recording that instantly delivers studio-enhanced sound for desktop recording of vocals, instruments, voiceovers and more. And we also got to take a closer look at her.

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Nessie adapts in real time, applying professional studio processing, combined with a built-in pop filter and internal shockmount to produce expertly finished sound, without the need for additional mixing or editing.

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Nessie’s key features and internal processing are specifically designed to combat the most common pitfalls of recording. The built-in, studio-grade pop filter and shockmount reduce harsh plosives and disruptive rumbling and vibrations, while the adaptive processing, including EQ, de-esser and level control, automatically smoothes and refines your audio in real time. Nessie takes the audio guesswork out of great recording.

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Nessie employs a single custom-tuned condenser capsule with a cardioid pattern. Nessie’s three flexible recording modes are optimized for richer vocals, more detailed instruments or an option for raw audio for manual post-production editing. Nessie features a zero-latency headphone output for direct monitoring, which is critical for eliminating distracting delay, while headphone volume and instant mute are located directly on the microphone. For optimal positioning, Nessie’s head adjusts with serpentine flexibility. Nessie is plug-and-play compatible via USB with both PC and Mac with driverless installation. For mobile recording, connect to iPad using Apple’s camera adapters (30-pin to USB or Lighting to USB), sold separately.

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For more information about Nessie, MSRP $99.99, visit www.bluemic.com/Nessie

Nessie will be available later in the year, and expect a full review soon.

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Valve unveils ‘Steam Box’ with Xi3, codenamed ‘Piston’ at CES2013

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Valve unveils ‘Steam Box’ with Xi3, codenamed ‘Piston’ at CES2013

Valve and Xi3 are partnering to  release a Steam-based gaming device codenamed ‘Piston’.

The heavily  rumoured ‘Steam Box’, which is on display at both the Valve and Xi3 booths at  this week’s Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, is designed specifically to  support Steam and its Big Picture mode.

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Xi3 founder Jason A. Sullivan said: “Today marks the beginning of a new era for  Xi3. This new development stage product will allow users to take full advantage  of their large high-definition TV displays for an amazing computer game  experience.

“As a result, this new system could provide access to  thousands of gaming titles through an integrated system that exceeds the  capabilities of leading game consoles, but can fit in the palm of your  hand.”

The pint-sized system started life as an unsuccessful Kickstarter  project last year, but has since gained the backing of Valve.

Little else is known about the device, but is said to contain 1TB of internal storage and  offer modular component updates, including the option to upgrade the CPU and  RAM, according to Polygon.

Valve co-founder Gabe  Newell previously revealed that the company is working on living room-based  hardware, but did not go into specifics.

Valve took its first step  towards optimising Steam for the living room with the release  of the Big Picture mode update, optimising the service for TV screens.

 

Samsung Unveils F8000 LED TV with Quad-Core Processor at CES 2013

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Samsung just announced at CES 2013 its brand new F8000 LED TV with a thinner profile, a bezel that measures under 0.25-inches and a look that makes the TV appear to “float in the air.” It will be available in sizes up to 75-inches. The company promises it will offer the best streaming video quality, thanks to support for the .HDVC video codec. Samsung calls the new technology “intelligent viewing.”

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The device is Samsung’s first TV with a quad-core processor and support for online services, apps and on-air TV. The experience should be 3 x faster than Samsung’s 2012 TV models.

The F8000 supports voice commands for movie requests, and understands full sentence and natural languages. It even has the ability to reply to your requests. It also features the new Samsung Smart Hub.

CES 2013 : D-Link announce new products including new routers and cameras

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CES 2013 : D-Link announce new products including new routers and cameras

Today here at CES in Las Vegas, D-Link have announced a number of new products including a Gaming Router and some new cameras.

DGL-5500_FRONT· The Gaming Router (DGL-5500) offers Gigabit AC1300 wireless speeds and intelligent bandwidth allocation for the ultimate in gaming, media streaming and network control. Using Qualcomm StreamBoost technology, the router intelligently prioritizes Internet bandwidth to each application and device on a home network for lag-free, uninterrupted gaming for a high-performance experience in today’s dynamic online gaming environments.

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· The SharePort Go II (DIR-508L) ($119.99) is designed to offer the ultimate in mobile convenience for families, photographers and business travelers with instant Wi-Fi connectivity coupled with USB sharing capabilities to any iPad®, iPhone® or Android™ device via the free D-Link SharePort™ Mobile app, and the ability to recharge other mobile devices in a pinch. SharePort Go II also features a USB port and SD card slot for sharing content from a storage device or charging smartphones and tablets, as well as an Ethernet port that enables users to easily connect to an existing network in a conference room or hotel room.

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· The new and easy-to-use Cloud Camera 1050 (DCS-931L) ($79.99) and Cloud Camera 1150 (DCS-933L) ($99.99) are mydlink™-enabled and feature built-in CPUs and web servers for high-quality live streaming video sent directly to the network. Both cameras offer 802.11n Wi-Fi connectivity, H.264 video compression technology, infrared illumination technology for night viewing up to 16 feet away from the camera, and mydlink for remote viewing from a PC or notebook or on an iPhone, iPador Android device via the free mydlink Lite app.

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· The Wireless AC1750 Dual-Band Gigabit Cloud Router (DIR-868L) (149.99) and AC1200 Dual-Band Gigabit Cloud Router (DIR-860L) ($169.99) deliver speeds of up to 1750Mbps (N450Mbps+AC1300Mbps) and 1200Mbps (N300 + AC862Mbps) respectively. Featuring Dual-Band technology and a built-in high power amplifier, both routers eliminate Wi-Fi interference for faster and more reliable Internet, and extend coverage range to those hard-to-reach areas. In addition, both Cloud Routers offer easy remote network management with the free mydlink Lite app from an iPhone, iPad or Android device as well as a USB port that works with the free SharePort™ Mobile app, enabling users to share and enjoy photos, music and movie files from a range of connected devices.

CES 2013 : Kingston announce world’s largest capacity USB 3.0 flash drive the DataTraveler HyperX Predator 3.0

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Kingston today announced the DataTravelerHyperX Predator 3.0 USB Flash drive.

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DataTraveler HyperX Predator 3.0 is the world’s largest-capacity USB 3.0 Flash drive as it will be available in a 1TB capacity later in Q1. It is shipping now in 512GB capacity. DT HyperX Predator 3.0 is the fastest USB 3.0 Flash drive in the Kingston® family, with speeds of up to 240MB/s read and 160MB/s write. It has also achieved SuperSpeed USB 3.0 certification.

“Our new DataTraveler HyperX Predator 3.0 allows users to store their entire digital world on a portable USB 3.0 Flash drive,” said Ann Keefe, Regional Director UK and Ireland, Kingston. “The large capacity and fast USB 3.0 transfer speeds allow users to save time as they can access, edit and transfer applications or files such as HD movies directly from the drive without any performance lag.”

DataTraveler HyperX Predator 3.0 is compliant with next-generation USB 3.0 specifications and is optimized for newer PCs with USB 3.0 ports. Users who work with large video or graphics files, or gamers who like to travel with their entire library will appreciate the drive’s speed and capacity. The casing is made of zinc alloy metal for superior quality, shock resistance and high-end design. DataTraveler HyperX Predator 3.0 ships with a custom Kingston key ring and a HyperX valet keychain. It is also backwards compatible with USB 2.0 for efficient data transfer rates.

DataTraveler HyperX Predator 3.0 USB Flash drive is part of the HyperX Predator family, which represents the highest-performance products offered from Kingston HyperX. The drive is backed by a five-year warranty, free technical support and legendary Kingston reliability.

Specifications

Capacities: 512GB, 1TB (coming soon)
Speed2: USB 3.0: 240MB/s read and 160MB/s write
USB 2.0: 30MB/s read and 30MB/s write

Backwards compatible: with USB 2.0
Dimensions: without key ring: 2.8346” x 1.0606” x 0.8268” (72mm x 26.94mm x 21mm)
with key ring : 3.4854” x 1.0606” x 0.8268” (88.53mm x 26.94mm x 21mm)
Operating Temperature: 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C)
Storage Temperature: -4°F to 185°F (-20°C to 85°C)
Guaranteed: five-year warranty and free technical support for added peace of mind

CES 2013 : Kingston launches DataTraveler Ultimate 3.0 Generation 3 USB 3.0 Flash drive

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CES 2013 : Kingston launches DataTraveler Ultimate 3.0 Generation 3 USB 3.0 Flash drive

Kingston Digital Europe Ltd, an affiliate of Kingston Technology Company Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced the launch of the DataTraveler Ultimate 3.0 Generation 3 USB 3.0 Flash drive.

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DataTraveler Ultimate 3.0 G3 is redesigned with a sleek and slim new case and features fast transfer speeds for moving high resolution images, music libraries and HD video files.

Kingston’s DataTraveler Ultimate 3.0 G3 is ideal for consumers, IT professionals and enthusiasts who want to take advantage of all the performance improvements offered by USB 3.0 technology. DataTraveler Ultimate 3.0 G3 features read speeds up to 150MB/s and write speeds up to 70MB/s. When plugged into a USB 2.0 port, the drive has read speeds of up to 30MB/s and write speeds up to 20MB/s. It is available in 32GB and 64GB capacities.

The combination of form, function and style makes DataTraveler® Ultimate 3.0 G3 a standout over ordinary USB Flash drives. The drive takes its design inspiration from DataTraveler HyperX Predator 3.0, the world’s largest-capacity USB 3.0 Flash drive. Made of an attractive solid metal matte finish case, DataTraveler Ultimate 3.0 G3 features a convenient retractable design that protects the USB from damage while carrying it on a key chain, purse or briefcase.

“USB 3.0 is becoming more mainstream as it is standard on most motherboards and PCs shipping today,” said Ann Keefe, Regional Director UK and Ireland, Kingston®. “We are working hard to make sure we improve the speed and design of our USB 3.0 Flash drives to stay competitive as demand grows in the market. DataTraveler Ultimate 3.0 G3 is a perfect example of this evolution.”

DataTraveler Ultimate 3.0 G3 is backed by a five-year warranty, free live technical support and legendary Kingston reliability.

Kingston DataTraveler Ultimate 3.0 G3 Features and Specifications:

· Capacities: 32GB, 64GB

· Speed: USB 3.0 up to 150MB/s Read, 70MB/s Write

USB 2.0 up to 30MB/s Read, 20MB/s Write

· USB 3.0 performance: dramatic time savings when transferring large media files; 8x faster than a standard USB 2.0

· Durable design: solid metal sliding casing with no cap to lose

· Backwards compatibility: usable with USB 2.0 systems with excellent performance throughout

· Guaranteed: five-year warranty and free technical support

· Dimensions: without key ring: 2.6929″ x 0.8961″ x 0.4567″ (68.40mm x 22.76mm x 11.6mm)

with key ring: 3.3622″ x 0.8961″ x 0.4567″ (85.40mm x 22.76mm x 11.6mm)

· Operating Temperature: 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C)

· Storage Temperature: -4°F to 185°F (-20°C to 85°C)

App Update: Dropbox for iPhone and iPad updated to version 2.0.1

Andrew Edney
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App Update: Dropbox for iPhone and iPad updated to version 2.0.1

Dropbox has updated it’s iPhone and iPad app to version 2.0.1.

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Dropbox is a free service that lets you bring all your photos, docs, and videos anywhere. After you install Dropbox on your computer, any file you save to your Dropbox will automatically save to all your computers, your iPhone and iPad and even the Dropbox website! With the Dropbox app, you can take everything that matters to you on the go.
Read your docs or flip through your albums when you’re out and about. Save photos or videos to your Dropbox and share them with friends in just a couple taps. Even if you accidentally leave your iPhone in a taxi, your stuff is always safe on Dropbox.

Features:

  • Always have your stuff with you, no matter where you are.
  • Add files to “Favorites” for fast, offline viewing.
  • Easily save photos and videos to your Dropbox.
  • Share your photos and docs with family and friends.
  • Save email attachments straight to your Dropbox.

What’s New in Version 2.0.1

• Bug fixes and performance improvements

Download now from the Apple App Store
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