Deadline Every Second: 10 17 10 On Assignment with 12 AP photojournalists. Nice behind-the-scenes documentary about what it takes to shoot for Associated Press. From Ken Kobre on Vimeo.
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Nov 30, 2010
On Assignment with 12 Associated Press Photojournalists
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Nov 28, 2010
Apple iPad 2 to feature Retina Display, USB port?
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DigiTimes is hit or miss and while we’re inclined to think there are some misses in its latest report on Apple’s upcoming iPad 2, there are also some hits — or safe bets, at least. Citing an unconfirmed report in a Chinese newspaper, DigiTimes lists five key new features that Apple’s upcoming iPad sequel will supposedly tout:
•Retina Display
•Front-facing camera for FaceTime video chat
•A thinner glass panel for a lighter build
•A USB port
•A 3-axis gyroscope
Aside from the USB port, the paper’s claims sound reasonable. We’re not saying it’s impossible that Apple would add a standard USB port to the iPad, but we definitely give it a likelihood rating of 1 on a scale to 10 for the time being.
Nov 23, 2010
Acer comes out swinging; 7 and 10-inch Android tablets due in April 2011
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Today, at a planned media event, hardware manufacture Acer officially jumped into the Android tablet space by announcing two new future offerings. The company will offer both a 7 and 10.1-inch Android tablet that will begin shipping in April of 2011.
The 7-inch tablet boasts a dual-core 1.2 GHz processor, HDMI output, a 1280 x 800 screen resolution, Flash 10.1 support, 5 megapixel rear-facing camera, and an “HD” front-facing camera for video calling/chat.
The 10.1-inch model will have a 1GHz processor, along with a 5 megapixel camera, a 1280 x 800 screen resolution, an HDMI output, and Flash 10.1 support.
We’re still waiting for the company to let the official press releases fly. We’ll be sure to update this post with more details when that happens. Who’s excited?
UPDATE: The press release is after the bounce.
Live and interact in total mobility
Tablets according to Acer
New York, November 23rd 2010 – Acer enters the tablet arena with a very clear objective in mind: complete its range of products in support of its goal to simplify content consumption – a strategy which began with the development of Acer’s multimedia sharing system, Clear.fi.
Acer’s strategy is based on the concept of sharing multimedia content and enjoying it across any device, and Tablets are ideal devices for this purpose.
With close to 19 million tablets sold worldwide in 2010, 54.8 million units expected to be sold in 2011, and 208 million units forecasted for 2014, the market seems to confirm this idea.
Mobility, which has always been part of Acer’s DNA, finds a new form of expression in the range of tablets on offer, which feature various display sizes and models designed to fit different kinds of usage scenarios.
Weight and display size have a huge impact on the user experience. While devices with bigger screens are used to share and enjoy content, smaller devices are often used to create content – taking photos, recording videos or sending messages.
A 10.1″ Android tablet for a superb mobile and home entertainment experience
Sleek, smart and full of innovative features, the 10.1″ full capacitive touch screen tablet with Wi-Fi and 3G connectivity ensures an optimal on-screen experience from every angle. Aluminum casing provides a cool look and feel, while its high gloss finish decorated with engraved patterns creates a subtle sophistication. And despite being just 13.3mm thick, it’s powerful enough to guarantee fun and productivity whether you need it .
Designed for HD entertainment, this tablet comes with a high resolution, high color contrast display, allowing you to play or share HD video with your friends wherever you are. Complete with a built-in HDMI port and 1080p capability, you can also use it to enjoy multimedia content in Full HD on your big screen TV.
But the best of all is that on this tablet you will be able to run and play premium HD arcade games and complex online 3D games, thanks to the 10 point multitouch and gyro meter control, that guarantees an entertainment experience on par with the best game consoles.
Available April 2011
7″ Android Tablet: the epitome of mobility
Don’t be fooled by its ultra-compact size: the 7″ tablet is fully featured and takes your mobile experience to the next level. On the 7″ (1280×800) 16:10 aspect ratio full touch screen, you can enjoy games, photos, videos while keeping up with your emails or your favourite social networks. Video chat or record a video with the front-facing HD camera. With HDMI support, hooking it up for a big screen video experience is easyier than ever!
The 7″ inch tablet will feature a dual core processor with Adobe Flash Player 10.1 support for the fastest HD Web experience and multimedia playback anywhere. And for a truly amazing sound experience, it will come with Dolby Mobile Technology. Wi-Fi and 3G connectivity allow fast and easy connection to available networks, while DLNA support makes sharing your multimedia on other devices easier than ever.
Available April 2011
Nov 18, 2010
The Nikon D3S Is Presented With The Best Of What’s New 2010 Award By Popular Science Magazine In The Gadgets Category
The Nikon D3S Is Presented With The Best Of What’s New 2010 Award By Popular Science Magazine In The Gadgets Category: "
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The Nikon D3S Captures Stunning Photos and Video with Six-Figure ISO Sensitivity
MELVILLE, N.Y. (November 17, 2010) – Today, Nikon Inc. is pleased to announce the Nikon D3S D-SLR as the winner of a prestigious Popular Science 2010 “Best of What’s New” Award in the Gadgets category. Setting the standard for Pro D-SLR’s, the D3S was the first camera to achieve unprecedented new levels of low-light sensitivity for both photos and HD video, in addition to amazing image quality.
The FX-format Nikon D3S received a Best of What’s New Award from the Popular Science editors because of the camera’s ability to create images with low noise throughout the broad ISO sensitivity range from 200 to 12,800. The range is also expandable to an astounding ISO 102,400 to capture images in nearly any lighting conditions. The camera’s low-light capabilities afford professional photographers the ability to capture incredibly sharp, crisp still photos and video in low-light surroundings flash-free. Additionally, the Nikon D3S delivers superior image quality and high-speed performance that photographers seek throughout their photo-taking experiences.
“The D3S has significantly raised the bar for professional D-SLR cameras,” said Lisa Baxt, senior communications manager, Nikon Inc. “It has created new opportunities in low-light photography, while also delivering the highest image quality and high-speed performance that photographers have come to expect with Nikon D-SLR cameras.”
Every year, the editors of Popular Science review thousands of products in search of the top 100 tech innovations of the year as well as breakthrough products and technologies that represent a significant leap in their categories. Best of What’s New Awards are presented to 100 new products and technologies in 11 categories: Automotive, Aviation & Space, Computing, Engineering, Gadgets, Green Technology, Home Entertainment, Security, Home Technology, Health and Recreation. All of the winners will be featured in the December issue of Popular Science, which is on newsstands now. The story is also available online at www.popsci.com/bown.
“Best of What’s New is more than a collection of new technologies and innovative products,” said Mark Jannot, editor in chief of Popular Science. “It’s a glimpse into the future, and gives us a sense of the way technology will continue to transform everything from our health and the environment to everyday life and even entertainment.”
About Popular Science
Founded in 1872, Popular Science (www.popsci.com) is the world’s largest science and technology magazine, with a circulation of 1.3 million and 7.1 million readers. Each month, Popular Science delivers “The Future Now,” reporting on the intersection of science and everyday life with an eye toward what’s new and why it matters. Popular Science is published by the Bonnier Corporation (www.bonniercorp.com), one of the largest consumer publishing groups in America and the leading media company serving passionate, highly engaged audiences through more than 40 special-interest magazines and related multimedia projects and events.
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Nov 9, 2010
Gentlemen, you may want to remove that laptop from your lap
Gentlemen, you may want to remove that laptop from your lap: "
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Gentlemen, we are about to boldly go where BGR has never gone before. We are about to discuss that personal area between your belly button and knee caps, affectionately known as the: gonads, balls, dingle-berries, or nuts. Today, on our beloved technology blog, we’re talking testicles. Now, we know what you’re thinking: what? Hit the jump to hear us out.
Reuters is reporting that a study in the medical journal Fertility and Sterility states that men who use their laptop on, well, their laps, could be affecting their sperm quality. The study notes that placing the warm, portable, computer on-top of your man region causes the proverbial thermostat of your two, dangling friends to rise above its optimal setting.
“Millions and millions of men are using laptops now, especially those in the reproductive age range,” wrote Dr. Yefim Sheynkin, a urologist at the State University of New York at Stony Brook. “Within 10 or 15 minutes their scrotal temperature is already above what we consider safe, but they don’t feel it.”
The doctor notes that repeated use could “contribute to reproductive problems,” but does write that using a laptop computer on your lap will not directly cause infertility.
The most comical line from the Reuters post is as follows:
The researchers hooked thermometers to the scrotums of 29 young men who were balancing a laptop on their knees.
Priceless. There you have it men. The next time you want to plop that notebook down on your lap, think twice, and remember… you could be microwaving your man-friends.
Nov 6, 2010
Photoshop expands to mobile devices
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There have been few hints in the past about a potential Adobe Lightroom version for the iPad (see here and here). In their latest presentation, Adobe showed content-aware fill on an Android tablet and paint mixing on an iPad that can be wirelessly transferred to your computer:
It seems that the direction Adobe is taking, is to use mobile devices as an additional tool to Photoshop instead of creating standalone mobile applications (they already have PS Express app). MacRumors showed some mockups on how those Photoshop tools may look on iPad and iPhone:
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