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Update the Firmware On Your HDTV, Camera, Smartphone, PC, and More Software updates aren't just for PCs any more. Here's how to fix bugs and add new features to your existing hardware with a few easy patches. Personal computer - Hardware - High-definition television - Smartphone - Apple PC World Mon, 30 Aug 2010 18:20:00 -0700 Sena Keyboard Folio Gives IPad Near-netbook Functionality If you're looking for more functionality than your iPad offers, but more portability than a MacBook provides, Sena Cases' new Keyboard Folio might be just the... IPad - MacBook - Sena Cases - Hardware - Bluetooth PC World Mon, 30 Aug 2010 17:00:18 -0700 Motorola Android-powered Ming A1680, MT810 And XT806 Motorola has released not one but three new Android smartphones in the Chinese market. The Motorola MT810 (aka Moto Beihai) is available via China Mobile and uses OPhone OS 2.0. The phone features a 3.2-inch screen, TD-SCDMA, mobile TV, “a suite of p... Tech Fresh Mon, 30 Aug 2010 16:47:36 +0000 Canon Extender EF 1.4x III And Extender EF 2x III Canon has recently unveiled a couple of new lens extenders designed for its L-series telephoto lenses. The Extender EF 1.4x III and Extender EF 2x III increase the focal length of a lens by a factor of 1.4x and 2x, respectively. The Extender EF 1.4x III pr... Digital Cameras Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:40:47 +0000 Microsoft launches Bing for Mobile app for Verizon's Android smartphones Today Microsoft's Bing team announced that a Bing for Mobile client for Verizon's Android powered smartphones is now availabile, and that Verizon plans to launch future Android-powered smartphones that will have the Bing client pre-loaded. Bing for Mobile... Mobile Burn Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:05:42 -0400 Verizon Gets Bing Android App Microsoft and Verizon have teamed to offer a Bing mobile application exclusive to the Android operating system. Bing - Microsoft - Google - Verizon - Android PC World Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:53:00 -0700 Nokia 5250 Phone The Nokia 5250 is a touch screen music phone geared for consumers who want a sleek phone at an affordable price. The device has a built-in music player on the home screen with songs that can be downloaded through Ovi Music. Mobiledia Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:53:00 -0700 Nokia X3 Touch and Type Phone The Nokia X3 Touch and Type is a sleek and modern phone that measures just 9.6mm -- making it slips easily into a purse or pocket. As one of the slimmest devices ever, the handset features a brushed aluminum back and comes in five vibrant colors. Mobiledia Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:53:00 -0700 Samsung Gusto (SCH-U360) Phone (Verizon) Released for Verizon, the Samsung Gusto is a sleek, affordable clamshell with a compact 2.0-inch screen. The handset focuses on communication, featuring dynamic voice enhancement technology with noise suppression. Mobiledia Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:53:00 -0700 Google bails on JavaOne show due to Oracle patent suit Today Google announced on its Google Code Blog that it will not be presenting at the Oracle sponsored JavaOne event in San Francisco due to the recent patent infringement suit filed against Google by Oracle. Read the full story here. Mobile Burn Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:45:55 -0400 Samsung Fascinate Available for Pre-Order Samsung today announced that the Fascinate, an Android-powered smartphone for Verizon, is now available for pre-order at Best Buy locations. Mobiledia Mon, 30 Aug 2010 12:22:47 GMT Microsoft Plans Marketing Blitz for Windows Phone 7 Microsoft is planning to spend $400 million to market its Windows Phone 7 operating system, as the company tries to gain ground on rivals Apple and Google during the upcoming holiday season. Mobiledia Mon, 30 Aug 2010 12:06:07 GMT RIM gives India ''some access'' to BlackBerry services, resolves shutdown threat Just ahead of India's August 31 deadline to RIM, in which India asked for access to encrypted emails and BlackBerry Messenger messages (or it would ban BlackBerry services from the country), the two groups have reached an agreement. "[RIM] has given some a... Mobile Burn Mon, 30 Aug 2010 12:33:57 -0400 Clearwire reveals Rover Stick 4G WiMAX USB modem Today Cleawire let the wraps off of its new unlimited pay-as-you-go 4G WiMAX service plans, dubbed Rover. Clearwire also announced the Rover Stick, a USB modem that will allow users to connect to Clearwire's 4G WiMAX network. Read the full story here. Mobile Burn Mon, 30 Aug 2010 12:26:06 -0400 Clearwire announces Rover Puck 4G WiMAX portable WiFi hotspot In tandem with its new pay-as-you-go 4G WiMAX Rover services today, Clearwire also announced the Rover Puck, a 4G WiMAX device that services as a wireless hotspot, providing 4G connectivity to up to 8 devices. Read the full story here. Mobile Burn Mon, 30 Aug 2010 12:20:05 -0400 Hackers Port Android to Nokia Phones Developers have created a version of the Android operating system that can run on Nokia phones, giving users the ability to access Google's software. Mobiledia Mon, 30 Aug 2010 11:30:01 GMT Samsung Ships A Million Galaxy S Smarphones In The States AT&T’s Captivate and T-Mobile’s Vibrant have managed to sell more than a million units since the first Galaxy S went on sale on July 15th, 2010. For your info, all variants of Samsung Galaxy S feature a 4-inch Super AMOLED display, a 1GHz ... Tech Fresh Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:52:47 +0000 Samsung S7230E Wave 723 bada powered smartphone announced Today Samsung announced its latest bada powered smartphone, the S7230E Wav 723. The phone offers a 3.2-inch touchscreen display, a 5 megapixel camera, WiFi, GPS, an FM radio, and more. The Wave 723 will launch in September. Read the full story here. Mobile Burn Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:21:34 -0400 Video: Samsung Gusto for Verizon hands-on A hands-on review of the new Samsung Gusto for Verizon Wireless by MobileBurn. ... [These are short news! Click for details] Cellaz Sat, 28 Aug 2010 04:38:18 +0000 Mozilla ''Fennec'' alpha browser now available for Android and Nokia N900 Mozilla has issued alpha versions of its Firefox Mobile browser, better known as Fennec, for Nokia N900 and Android powered smartphones. Fennec for Android works on Android 2.0 or later and requires 30MB of available internal storage. There are both ARMv7 ... Cellaz Sat, 28 Aug 2010 04:34:12 +0000 |
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Digital SLR Camera Comparison – Canon EOS 500D vs Nikon D5000
19th March, 2010
Have you been considering making the move from a Compact Camera to a Digital SLR Camera? Digital SLR camera’s are now at a price level that allows even the entry level photographer to take great shots.
Digital SLR camera’s have bigger sensors that produce a better quality picture, and have more advanced controls, which allows the user to take sharper shots in a wider variety of conditions. They may look a little intimidating when compared with compact cameras, but have automatic modes for less experienced users until you feel more confident with the manual settings.
Some of the features of two of the most popular Digital SLR’s are set out below.
Canon EOS 500D
A good entry to mid level SLR camera for the user that wants to take better quality photo's than with a compact camera. This camera often goes head to head with the Nikon D5000, another popular digital SLR in a similar price range.
Key features of the Canon EOS 500D camera are 15.1 megapixels, max resolution of 4752 x 3168 pixels, 1 x optical zoom, USB, 480 grams in weight, 3 inch lcd, with buit in audio microphone and HD video recording.The Canon 500D offers an easy to use menu system, and comparatively is very lightweight. The high resolution and hi-def video capture are also strong points in its favour at this price point. The auto focus on the video capture is not as good as it could be, but this can be overcome by using the manual focus.
Many retailers also offer a lens kit in combination with the camera. For further information and pricing click the below for retailers offering the Canon EOS 500D Digital SLR.
Nikon D5000
Key features of the Nikon D5000 Digital SLR are the 12.3 megapixels sensor, max resolution of 4288 x 2848 pixels, 1 x optical zoom, USB, 560 grams in weight, 2.7 inch lcd, with built in audio microphone and 720p HD video recording.
The Nikon is based on the Nikon D90 and is designed to appeal to those users that want an automatic user friendly operation. It has 19 automatic scene shooting modes and tilt and swivel LCD screen for easy viewing of shots. For the novice photographer it also has a handy question mark button that displays helpful advice.
So which is the best camera? In this case it really comes down to personal preference. Although the Canon often has the more impressive specs, depending on what you are actually shooting, the camera’s are similar in terms of actual performance.As with the Canon, many retailers offer the lens kit as a package with the camera. For further information and pricing click the below for retailers offering the Canon EOS 500D Digital SLR.
10 Popular Gifts For Christmas 2009
8th December, 2009
Electronics
Apple iPod Touch 8GB (3rd Generation)
The iPod Touch holds approximately 1,750 of songs, or up to 10 hours of video. The touch screen making surfing the net simple and fast on the 3.5 inch screen. With built in Wi Fi and a battery life of up to 36 hours the iPod Touch is a great gadget when you are on the move.
Toshiba Regza 32AV615DB 32-inch Widescreen LCD TV with Freeview
One of the most popular LCD TVs on the market, the Toshiba Regza 32 Inch has built in Freeview, and features Active Vision, Toshiba’s high performance picture processing technology to enhance contrast, movement, colour and sharpness. A great product at a very affordable price for Xmas.
Panasonic SDR-S26 Camcorder
The Panasonic SDR-S26 Camcorder features an advanced optical image stabilisation system that stabilises any hand movements to produce a very steady image, and coupled with the powerful 70x optical zoom provides a very versatile digital camcorder. It also features the YouTube uploader, which allows the user to record the video in a YouTube compatible format, making sharing videos with friends and family fast and easy.
SanDisk 8GB Secure Digital (SDHC) Card
The SanDisk 8GB Digital Card has 8GB of storage space, and is designed for high performance photography in any conditions. This product ready aids the serious photographer in your life.
Toys
LeapFrog Learn & Groove Musical Table
The interactive musical activity table allows children to learn and explore with lights, songs, instrumental sounds and melodies. It is a multi activity toy that teaches counting, shapes, the alphabet and sounds. A great product that combines learning and fun for any child.
Transformers supreme combiners
With this large scale action figure, 6 deadly Decepticons combine to produce the ultimate villain – Devastator. The action figure is also equipped with sounds and lights to really bring the character to life.
In The Night Garden Sleepy time Iggle Piggle
Sleepy Igglepiggle has two ways to play. In play time mode, get Igglepiggle to fall asleep by rubbing his palm. In sleepy time mode, cuddle Igglepiggle while he plays lullaby music and smoothes to sleep.
Razor Ripstik
The Razor Ripstik caster board allows for acceleration without pushing. The unique twisting motion on the 360 degree inclined casters and pivoting deck produces a carving motion similar to a snow board, and even allows the rider to go up hills.
For Him
Philips RQ1051 Shaver
Three independently flexing heads in a shaving unit that swivels with a full range of movement, which combined with the dual blade system provides an ultra close shave.
For Her
Eternity for Women by Calvin Klein
This perfume is both rich in flowers as it is refreshing. It is recommended as a day perfume, and really makes a great gift.
We hope that the above suggestions have made your Christmas shopping that little bit easier.
Regards,
The UK Shopping Online Team
*Gift list compiled from published 2009 shopping trends.