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Samsung i740 lacks Wi-Fi and 3G
08.07.2008 18:16
cellaz.com
The new Samsung i740 will probably be a step back for the manufacturer, as being a smartphone this model lacks both 3G and Wi-Fi connectivity. That's a definite deal breaker for most of the buyers. In rest, features seem pretty decent: Windows Mobile 6.1 OS; 2.8" touchscreen; 3Mpix camera with flash; GPS; FM radio; Bluetooth; microSD slot
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Mobile Communication
Samsung M3510: gesture-controlled tunes on the cheap
08.07.2008 18:16
engadgetmobile.com
Filed under: Handsets, Samsung, GSM, EDGE From the same pedigree (and naming convention, apparently) as the rugged B2700 comes the M3510, a relatively inexpensive candybar from Samsung that trades water and dust resistance for a plethora of goodies that probably matter more to the average buyer. Notably, it's said to feature gesture control -- a feature brought into the spotlight recently with a number of Sony Ericsson models -- for controlling the music player. A 3.5mm headphone jack, meanwhile, makes using that music player an actual possibility, and the 9.9mm case makes it worth carrying your pocket. In other words, MP3s are obviously the focus here, which is a good thing since you'll probably keep browsing to a minimum on the EDGE connection. IDNES reports that it'll sell for about 5,000 Czech crowns (about $336) toward the end of summer.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
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Mobile Phones
Canon Rebel XS
08.07.2008 18:15
letsgodigital.org
Canon EOS Rebel XS : Canon USA announced the introduction of the EOS Rebel XS, a new entry-level digital camera that affordably puts Canon SLR technology such as an Optical Imaged Stabilized lens and easy-to-use professional features into the hands of emerging photographers. Consumers looking to take their photography a step further and begin shooting with an SLR will find the transition easier than ever with Canon’s new Rebel XS digital SLR camera. From the parent photographing a little league game, to the tourist shooting a wondrous new city, the Canon Rebel XS camera makes photography easy for everyone. Canon has also introduced the latest model in the EX series of Speedlite flashes: the Canon Speedlite 430EX II.
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Digital Technologies
50 Megapixel CCD sensor by Kodak
08.07.2008 18:15
letsgodigital.org
50 Megapixel CCD image sensor by Kodak : World's first 50 Megapixel CCD image sensor for professional photography has been announced by Eastman Kodak Company. At 50 million pixels, the KAF-50100 image sensor captures digital images with unprecedented resolution and detail. For instance, with a 50 megapixel digital camera, in an aerial photo of a field 1,5 miles across, you could detect an object about the size of a small notebook computer. The Kodak KAF-50100 image sensor features a newly designed pixel that is smaller in size than the pixel used in current products for this professional market. This new pixel also reduces 'click-to-capture' time for improved camera response and lowers power consumption for improved battery life.
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Digital Technologies
Verbatim Brings Color Backgrounds to LightScribe DVD Media
08.07.2008 18:15
i4u.com
When it comes to labeling discs like CDs and DVDs you can go a couple ways. You can get out a marker and write on the discs, which is rather messy and the labels may not stay. Or you can use a direct labeling media and DVD burner like LightScribe. For a...
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Technologies
More details on UTStarcom Arc from Virgin Mobile
08.07.2008 17:15
cellaz.com
Do you remember the UTStarcom Arc we wrote about last week? Well, today we received an official press release confirming this phone.
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Mobile Communication
Monster Outlets To Go 3 USB unveiled
08.07.2008 17:14
i4u.com
Monster announced the introduction of the newest product in its popular Outlets To Go lineup, the Outlets To Go 3 USB. Monster Outlets To Go 3 USB provides safe, convenient charging for multiple electronics like MP3 players and computers. In addition, t...
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Technologies
MindMapper 2008 USB Edition Announced
08.07.2008 17:14
i4u.com
SimTech has announced a new USB version of its MindMapper 2008 software. According to the maker MindMapper is used by Fortune 500 companies in over 56 countries around the world. The new USB version makes the software portable and easy to use for out of th...
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HTC Touch Diamond gets extended battery, bigger butt
08.07.2008 16:19
engadgetmobile.com
Filed under: HTC, Accessories The Touch Diamond's controversial rear-end styling not bold enough for you? Well, that's an easy fix, mate -- just make it stick out a little bit more. HTC has now detailed an extended battery kit for the Touch Diamond which includes a 1340mAh pack (up from 900mAh out of the box) and a larger battery cover to help you contain all that go-juice. Looks like it's still on pre-order at this point, but once it pops, it'll run £40.95 (about $81).[Via MoDaCo, thanks Ward]Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
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HTC Touch Diamond gets extended battery, bigger butt
08.07.2008 16:19
engadgetmobile.com
Filed under: HTC, Accessories The Touch Diamond's controversial rear-end styling not bold enough for you? Well, that's an easy fix, mate -- just make it stick out a little bit more. HTC has now detailed an extended battery kit for the Touch Diamond which includes a 1340mAh pack (up from 900mAh out of the box) and a larger battery cover to help you contain all that go-juice. Looks like it's still on pre-order at this point, but once it pops, it'll run
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Xbox 360 Price-cut already this Sunday
08.07.2008 16:18
i4u.com
The E3 Media & Business Summit will start next week on Monday. Leaked image from a video game retailer Gamestop indicate an Xbox 360 Pro price-cut already on Sunday. We already reported about a Xbox 360 price-cut rumor at the E3, but the photo pub...
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Technologies
Unofficial, but sexy NVIDIA Video Card Spokesmodel Katarina Van Derham
08.07.2008 16:18
i4u.com
The I4U Gadget Model of July is as promised a photo model spread for the NVIDIA video card fans. Meet the very sexy Katarina Van Derham and her EVGA e-Geforce 9800 GX2. You might have seen Katarina Van Derham already as the face of several advertising...
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Vodafone New Zealand's iPhone pricing taking a lot of heat
08.07.2008 15:18
engadgetmobile.com
Filed under: Vodafone, Apple So we're getting the impression that there are a lot of Kiwis out there who think they're getting a raw deal from Vodafone on the iPhone 3G. That wouldn't totally surprise us -- they know when they've got an exclusive on a hot item, and they're going to try to milk it for everything it's worth -- but with the Rogers fallout rumors flying, Voda might want to tread lightly here.Anyway, here's out it breaks down: on a maxed-out plan, you get a 16GB iPhone 3G for $349 and pay $250 a month, which nets you 600 anytime minutes, 600 texts, and 1GB of data. That works out to $264 for the phone and $189 for the plan in US currency, so you get a little bit of a break on the phone (AT&T charges $299), but in exchange, you get totally hosed beyond comprehesnion on the plan. Americans shelling out $149.99 will get unlimited voice, unlimited data, and unlimited texts, for which they'll gladly pay the $35 extra up front we'd imagine -- so yeah, by our voodoo calculations, that's about a raw a deal as any we've seen. [Thanks to everyone who sent this in]Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
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Second Generation Drobo Adds FireWire 800
08.07.2008 15:17
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Data Robotics launched its second generation DROBO external hard drive system. The new DROBO adds FireWire 800 and faster USB 2.0 performance. Data Robotics says that DROBO is now the fastest product in its class for managing and storing digital informatio...
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