Samsung has unveiled a new way for 3D-savvey consumers to access 3D content with their newly released "Explore 3D" app. The "Explore 3D" video-on-demand service is available now through the new app on all Smart 3D TVs using Samsungs SmartHub interface. Currently all available content is free and includes movie trailers, music videos, educational content, and full-length TV shows. Samsung has also announced that later this year the "Explore 3D " app will provide consumers with access to paid content including full length studio movies and documentaries all in stunning high definition...
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Sony Releases the Bloggie 3D Pocket Camcorder
05.02.2011
First announced at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show, Sony has just released the Bloggie 3D pocket camcorder. With the ability to capture 4 hours of 1080p HD video in full 3D and 5MP 3D still images, the Bloggie 3D is perfect for those who want to capture 3D content without the expensive price tag. This extremely versatile pocket camcorder is equipped with two lenses, two Exmor CMOS sensors, stereo microphone, 8GB of internal flash memory, and an ultra-high resolution 3D LCD that allows you to view your content right on the screen without the need for any special glasses. Additionally,...
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Nikon Announces the Release of the New AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Lens
04.28.2011
Nikon has just announced their newest lens, the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G compact lens. This lens takes the classic 50mm focal length and adds to it Nikon's latest cutting-edge technologies. Compatible with both Nikon's DX and FX format DSLRs, this lens is both exceptionally compact and lightweight making it a great carry-around lens. This lens built-in auto focus (AF-S) uses Nikon's exclusive Silent Wave Motor (SWM) providing smoother and faster focusing while remaining virtually silent. This f/1.8 prime lens is perfect for low light environments and is great for portraits or any situation...
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Canon's New Firmware Update Adds 3D Capabilities to the XF305 and XF300 Professional Grade Camcorders
04.11.2011
Canon has announced significant updates to the FX305 and XF 300 professional series camcorders with their upcoming firmware release. Shooting 3D video of professional quality has not been cheap but with this firmware update Canon brings the price of shooting professional quality 3D video to a more reasonable level. The new firmware update will provide the ability to automatically align lens and zoom settings for two separate video cameras providing easy configuration for professional quality 3D HD video. An additional notable update with the new firmware is the ability for double memory...
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Nikon Announces the Release of Their Newest DSLR the Nikon D5100
04.06.2011
Nikon unveiled their newest entry-level DSLR the Nikon D5100. Featuring a 16.2 megapixel CMOS sensor, this Nikon DX-format DSLR replaces the D5000 in Nikon's lineup and follows the recent trend of combining the photographic ability of a DSLR with the latest in HD video capabilities. Equipped with Nikon's EXPEED 2 image-processing engine it produces professional-quality images with many functional options to provide you with the perfect tool for your creative expression. In movie mode the D5100 excels capturing video in full 1080p HD at up to 30fps with continuous auto-focusing abilities. ...
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Lexar Releases SDXC Professional Class 10 Memory Cards in 64 and
03.16.2011
A long time leader in digital media storage, Lexar has unleashed its newest SD memory card, the Lexar Professional 133x Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC). These professional grade SDXC cards come in both a 64 GB version and an industry leading 128 GB version. Classified as a Class 10 memory card the SDXC guarantees minimum transfer speeds of at least 20MB per second. Lexar developed these cards with the professional in mind providing high-speed data access and larger storage abilities for high-resolution images and HD video. These memory cards come equipped with Lexar's award winning...
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The Motorola Xoom Tablet Makes its Entrance to the Tablet PC Market
03.16.2011
The real tablet war's are about to heat up with the release of Motorola's much talked about Xoom Tablet. Unleashed on the heels of Apple's iPad2, the Motorola Xoom is anticipated to be the first real competitor to the supreme king of the tablet PC world. Being the first tablet to run Google's newest Android based Honeycomb operating system, the Motorola Xoom brings Android to a whole new level.
With its elegant and sleek 10.1 inch slim bezel design and its impressive array of hardware features, the Motorola Xoom tablet is built to impress. Equipped with a super-powerful NVIDIA Tegra 2...
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Samsung to Release the Sliding PC 7 Series a Unique PC/TAB Hybrid
03.14.2011
Not sure if you want a new tablet PC or a laptop? Samsung has the answer with their new Sliding PC 7 Series pc/tablet hybrid. With the ease and ability to go from the casual web browsing abilities of a tablet to the more serious computing needs of a laptop, the Sliding PC 7 Series brings the two together in a seamless and effortless manner.
The Sliding PC 7 Series is equipped with a high resolution multi-touch LCD display, Microsoft Windows 7 operating system, Samsung's new 1.5 GHz Oak Trail processor, and Samsung's Solid State hard drive (SSD) with a unique Quick Start technology that...
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JVC Announces the Availability of the GS-TD1 the World's First Consumer 3D Camcorder with Full HD
03.07.2011
JVC's announced the availability for purchase of the GS-TD1, the world's first consumer 3D camcorder that records video in full HD. The GS-TD1 is equipped with two, independent, 3.32 megapixel CMOS sensors and two, independent, lenses that capture three dimensional images similar, to the way the human eye does. These images are processed by JVC's new high-speed imaging engine which processes the two images simultaneously at 1920 x 1080i. This new imaging engine also allows you to record in 3D format and conventional 2D at the same time.
Additional features include 64GB of built-in flash...
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Olympus Announces the New SZ-30MR Super Zoom Camera Capable of Capturing HD Movies and Stills Simultaneously
03.02.2011
Olympus announces the release of their new super zoom camera the SZ-30MR. The Super-zoom SZ-30MR has a slender body and a huge 24x optical zoom lens (25-600mm equivalent). The true innovation of the SZ-30MR, is the Olympus dual engine technology which allows for the ability of its’ CMOS sensor to process two simultaneous streams at the same time. This multi-recording option allows for the capture of 1080p HD video and 16-megapixel still images at the same time or the ability to record dual movies in different modes at the same time. Some additional features include dual image...
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Canon Introduces Two New Entry-Level DSLR's the Rebel T3 (EOS 1100D) and the Rebel T3i (EOS 600D)
02.16.2011
Being released one year after the launch of the widely popular T2i, the Canon EOS Rebel T3i is very much the same as the T2i, but clearly shows Canon's intent on the continued integration of video into their DSLR's. To help with shooting video, the T3i has acquired a flexible Vari-Angle 3 inch LCD screen from the higher-end EOS 60D. Additional features include new filter effects, also carried over from the EOS 60D, and a new advanced Feature Guide. The T3i will be available in early March for $799.99 for the body alone, or $899.99 with the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II zoom lens.
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JVC to Release the GC-PX1, a Mold Breaking High Speed Camera Hybrid
02.03.2011
The JVC GC-PX1 was first introduced as a concept at this year’s CES, but this concept will soon become a reality when it is released in Japan later this month. The GC-PX1 is touted as the hybrid that brings together the best of both the video and still photography worlds. Powered by JVC's new FalconBird Image processor, the GC-PX1 can shoot 1080p video at a very fast 60 frames per second, reaching a peak 36Mbps bandwidth quality. Furthermore, with its 10.6 megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor and full manual controls, JVC claims it can produce still images on par with DSLRs. While the...
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Sony to Release a Unique Clip-on 5-Inch LCD Monitor for DSLR’s
01.31.2011
The ever increasing use of DSLR's for shooting high quality video has brought to focus the issue of LCD screen size. While not a noticeable issue while shooting stills, when shooting video a small viewfinder may not be sufficient. With that thought in mind Sony has announced the imminent release of the CLM-V55, a portable external LCD monitor. This clip-on monitor is an external high-resolution 5 inch WVGA (800 x 480 pixels) LCD panel which tilts and swivels to any angle. The CLM-V55 can be easily attached to most interchangeable lens digital cameras and HD camcorders with the supplied...
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