Monthly Archives: August 2009

720p HD webcams from Microsoft and Hercules coming in September

720p HD webcams from Microsoft and Hercules coming in September

While full 1080p HD is still coming, a crop of 720p HD cams will be here before you know it. Microsoft and Hercules (the company which is not) the release of Demigod 720p cameras for your computer in September 2009.

Microsoft LifeCam Cinema is a barrel-shaped clip-on webcam, 720p video will be put in widescreen format on your computer. There is a microphone and built. Microsoft claims that the camera is set to the normal lighting situations a handle at home, should be as little light in situations that are not stupid video result. The LifeCam movies will cost $ 79.95.

Hercules also brings its own 720p webcam called Dualpix HD720p. It has the same features as the LifeCam with 720p HD movies and a built-in microphone. The Dualpix takes video at 30 frames per second. Hercules went to a flatter design that you could unpack the device easier. Another difference is the price-$ 59.99 for the Dualpix HD720p.

Both cameras are designed for Windows and do not officially support Mac OS X.

If all of this stuff 1080p 720p It has confused here’s a quick refresher on what these terms mean refer: the 1080 and 720 points to resolutions of 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 respectively. The “p” designation refers to how the image is drawn on your screen, the “p” stands for progressive. This means that given an image on your screen from top to bottom, line by line. The other term is “i” stands for interlaced. Interlaced video is every other line (), the odd lines, then fills the rest of the image (the straight lines). Most sports programs are broadcast in 720p, because it handles motion better.

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Nova media launches 3G-capable GlobeSurfer X.1 router

Nova media launches 3G-capable GlobeSurfer X.1 router

Nova media has GlobeSurfer X.1 launched a wireless b g n router that connects via Ethernet or 3G modem. The router has two 100 Mbps Ethernet interfaces, one USB 2.0 port for a 3G connection and supports a standard USB 2.0 port, an external drive or offers print service with a connected printer. It uses a web interface for configuration and comes with a Quick Setup Wizard for setting up a local network.

The GlobeSurfer X.1 supports WEP, WPA and WPA2, has a built-in pre-configured firewall and provides an expert mode for custom configurations. X.1 The DSL also has failover enabled 3G network if the DSL feed to break down. It automatically switches back to DSL, though there the food.

The GlobeSurfer X.1 works with Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later and Windows 2000, XP and Vista.

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Canon adds six new PowerShot cameras

Canon adds six new PowerShot cameras

Canon has also announced that it has six new point-and-shoot digital camera to its PowerShot line. The new cameras in the G11, S90, SX20 IS, SX120 IS, SD980 IS and SD 940IS. The PowerShot G11 is a 10MP camera with a 5x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilization and a 2.8-inch variable-angle LCD. The camera has two dials for easy access to ISO and exposure settings, and supports RAW format. The G11 will be sold in October.

The S90 is also a 10MP camera with a customizable control ring to access the settings. The device has a 3-inch LCD and a wide range of shooting modes including support for RAW + JPEG. The S90 will ship in October. The SX20IS has 12.1MP resolution and a massive 20x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilization. The camera can also shoot 720p video and HDMI output. The rear LCD is 2.5-inches, and it runs on AA batteries. The ship will be in September.

The SX120 IS is a 10MP camera with 10x optical zoom and image stabilization. The back is 3-inch LCD and offers a simple mode for quick and easy shots. The SX120 IS is running AA batteries and will ship in September. The SD980 IS has a 3-inch LCD rear touch-sensitive and is capable of 720p video recording. The camera has a 5-fold optical zoom lens with image stabilization and a 12.1MP sensor. The ship will be launched in October.

The latest camera is the new SD940IS. It has a 12.1MP sensor, 4-times optical zoom and image stabilization. The camera can be 720p HD video and HDMI output. The rear LCD is 2.7 cm and the camera ships in September.

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Logitech Gaming Mouse G500

Logitech Gaming Mouse G500

The players take the challenges associated with their territory, seriously, and it may end as a rather expensive hobby in the long run with the non-stop upgrades, when it comes to graphics cards with larger monitors, keyboards, better, superior sound cards (and network — tickets to boot), headphones, and more importantly, the mouse.

The gaming mouse is very important, self-respecting gamer, since functions like an extension of that player’s hands and reflexes, to do their Master’s Flick calls with each hand or with a single keystroke. There are a handful of hardware manufacturers on the market today, with decent gaming mice and Logitech offers one of the pack to come with a pretty impressive models in the past, and she is not with their newest setting – Logitech Gaming Mouse G500 .

It is intended as a successor to the classic Logitech G5 Laser Mouse, the Logitech Gaming Mouse G500 brings game changing precision speed, despite your current hand. Thanks to its gaming-grade laser engine that you are able to access the highest level without worrying about your hardware, you, the location of the hand to reach a maximum speed of 165 mm per second (ips) and a maximum acceleration force of 30 GS. Another feature that we tend to in these days where gaming mice would be his on-the-fly adjustable dpi, providing you with the right dpi level at all times, from 200 dpi to 5700 dpi for those who “twitch” when they fire.

This will not connect wirelessly because Logitech believes that a USB cable is still the most reliable method, is around him. The G500 comes with onboard memory that allows you to save different settings for different games, with the opportunity, with 27 grams of weight for a personal feel and control. What is striking is its rugged surface in a battle-worn, that accent is completely different than its competitors on the market. Logitech G500 Gaming Mouse arrives in the U.S. and Europe later this September.

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Creative refreshes Inspire 2.1, 5.1 speakers

Creative refreshes Inspire 2.1, 5.1 speakers

Creative in the middle of the week has now turned its attention to its computer speakers with two new offerings Inspire speaker. The area is exacerbated by the T6160, a 5.1-channel surround setup produces 30W into its satellites and provides them with a 20W subwoofer with low-end frequencies. It tries to improve high-frequency sound-stage by a cap, separates the mid-range.

The T3130 is designed for the traditional 2.1-channel audio and scales back to its performance 10W between satellites and 15W for the subwoofer.

Inspire Both models have a wired remote control and are in Singapore and the United Kingdom. Either is likely for a U.S. version, but prices and ship dates are not known.

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World Globe Liquor Dispenser

World Globe Liquor Dispenser

We all know that you are not important, and unless you have a globe of the world sitting in your office. If the world keeps liqour, good, then the human being. Start drinking water in North America and not stop until you press to Antarctica.

No matter what you drink width that you are sure to impress your friends drink. The World Is Yours, and it is filled with liquid spirits. That is not the room spinning, it is the earth. It may be huge, but only measures 13″ x 6½” and  4½” and holds 55oz. What we really need is Jupiter. Oh yeah.

Perhaps an entire solar system of booze.

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Scosche IDR350M noise isolating earphones

Scosche IDR350M noise isolating earphones

Scosche has unveiled its IRD350M (Increased Dynamic Range) noise isolating earphones that come with an integrated remote and microphone control known as tapLINE, allowing one to navigate through the music library while performing other functions such as adjusting the volume, recording voice memos or simply chatting over the iPhone.

It will also play nice with the iPod Shuffle 3G and iPhone 3G S by offering special features such as VoiceOver or Voice Control. The IDR350M headphones will be a fashionista’s best friend since it will be accompanied by half a dozen colored caps that comprise of silver, orange, green, pink, blue or white.

If you’re interested in picking up a pair, it ships later this month.

via ipodnn

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HP 2709m LCD display announced

HP 2709m LCD display announced

HP showed a completely new display yesterday as the 2709m, which is actually the largest LCD computer for the mainstream market. Measurements at 27-inches, it sports 1080p, and could serve as a TV as well.

This display has an HDMI input and VGA and DVI inputs, making it possible to Connect your DVD player or other home entertainment device. With a dynamic contrast ratio of 30,000:1 and an anti-glare coating, a bright, colorful picture is to be expected.

Other features include the ability and inclination an integrated 4-watt speaker system. You can use the HP 2709m LCD display from today.

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