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The Plus Side Of Digital Television

2008-09-08T06:08:00.000-07:00

The difference between regular TV and DTV is like night and day thanks to the high number of pixels utilized in digital television.

The wave of future broadcasting is here: Digital television (DTV) brings viewers the best picture and sharpest audio available, with better resolution and more possibilities than standard analog television. If you're still watching analog television, it's time for change. Take a look at digital television, and you'll never go back to standard TV. For TV fans who still need convincing that digital television is the best TV out there, here are a few reasons to give DTV a try.

The difference between regular TV and DTV is like night and day thanks to the high number of pixels utilized in digital television. The higher the number of pixels, the better the picture. Digital TVs reliance upon binary code - the very code that brings clarity and smoothness to computer monitors and Cd's - also makes for a superior picture and sound. Besides, digital television features a higher aspect ratio than analog TV. To tell the truth, DTV is twice the aspect ratio of analog TV, this results in a wider screen and a much more vivid TV picture.

Digital is opening up a whole new spectrum for television broadcasters. With DTV, broadcasters can now transmit programs on different signals, including high definition signals. High definition television (HDTV) signals are incredibly superior to analog signals, with five times the resolution. HDTV signals deliver a wide screen picture with superior detail and clarity, as well as the best audio experience available.

For TV viewers who are serious about home theater, digital television is an absolute must. Recreating that awesome movie theater experience at home is easy with DTV. Digital broadcast accommodates Dolby Digital surround sound, along with high definition programming. Why would you watch anything else with that cool new wide-screen set?

On February 17, 2009 (less than six months away) all of our Nations broadcast television stations will be transmitting the DTV signal only. This will leave us with one of two options. Either dig deep into your pocket and purchase a new TV, or install a "Digital Converter Box*" and keep your current set going.

Viewers who are thinking about investing in a new set and making the switch to DTV should think about the following options:

The integrated high definition digital set: Giving viewers the ability to pick up both analog and digital broadcasts, this set can also receive high definition signals. High definition integrated sets are available in two different models. One kind comes with an HDTV receiver. The other kind has HDTV capabilities, but doesn't have a built-in HDTV receiver. The receiver must be purchased separately and attached to the TV.

Many people aren't ready to upgrade to full high definition TV or don't have the money for it. For these people they will have to install a "Digital Converter Box*" in order to continue to watch their local channels after February 17, 2009.

Let's not forget that digital cable or digital satellite television and digital television are not the same things. Digital cable and digital satellite TV involve the conversion of a digital signal to an analog signal, whereas DTV is digital all the way. The price of Digital TV sets are dropping everyday as they become popular. It's easy to understand why!

* To purchase a digital converter box visit: http://www.hdtvultimate.com

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Mobile phones: With high-end technologies

2008-07-14T04:48:00.000-07:00

The latest mobile phones have changed our lifestyle to a great extent. Besides meeting the ever growing expectations of the people, these gadgets have made their personal as well as professional work easy on the go.

Latest mobile phones companies offer optimum satisfaction to the customers with its latest range of phones. These sleek and lightweight handsets not only fulfill your communication needs but also entertainment requirements. The hi-tech phones are packed with incredible features, striking designs and technically advanced applications. The most recent gadgets boast of the most efficient applications that let the users carry various tasks on the move. Entertainment features like FM radio and music player keep you entertained.

Mobile phones have become utility tools which are technically advanced and feature packed. These sleek and stylish devices are empowered with latest technologies to cater to the growing expectations of the people. The latest mobile phones are now own as a fashion accessory because of their stunning designs and remarkable applications. Some of the high quality features like email, instant messaging, high quality camera, massive storage capacities, etc. are alluring the people worldwide. The online shops are offering mind boggling mobile phone deals to entice the customers. These deals help the consumers get their desired phone within their budget. With the availability of such deals, the latest devices have become affordable. The user gets various options like contract phones and pay as you go phones (PAYG). The user gets various benefits with Cheap pay as you go phones. There is no credit-check, no contract and no commitment. One does not have to worry about the huge monthly mobile bills with these phones.

The superb and stylish phone, Nokia N95 8GB is for people who are looking for advanced technologies in a small package. A vibrant screen gives you a great viewing experience. The amazing built-in 5 mega pixel camera offers a range of options like digital zoom, flash, and auto focus. Enhance your music experience with visual radio, FM radio and music player. The 8Gb memory is enough for storing high volumes of data. Some of the connectivity features of the handset are Bluetooth, WiFi, GPRS and EDGE. Supporting various formats, the music player is able to give you an exciting experience. Browse the web with the help of WAP browser feature. The multimedia messaging features let you stay connected with your friends and family.

The Nokia N98 is a latest mobile phone that impresses the users with numerous features. The attractive functionalities include high quality sound and high end graphics. The handset supports Symbian third edition operating system. Features like Wi-Fi and HSDPA let you experience fast internet access with features.

The latest phone with attractive design and simple design, Nokia 6500 classic attracts the users in the first sight. The user can connect to other devices through the various connectivity options. Capture pictures with the use of entertainment options such as 2 mega pixel camera. The handsets lets you experience amazing speeds of downloads, web browsing and musical entertainment. The handset also comes with Java Applications with Java MIDP 2.0 allowing aceess to games.

A handset which turns heads with its astonishing looks and features is the Samsung Armani. Fashion conscious users would be amazed with features like 3 mega pixel camera, 2.6 Inch high colour touch screen, QWERTY keyboard, built in music player and Bluetooth technology. Capture and store photos with the 3-mega pixel camera that supports LED photo light on the back. The 60 MB memory of the handset is expandable with a MicroSD memory card.
The users can take benefit from the free gifts with mobile phones available at the various online shops. These gifts may include a Sony PSP, laptop, free handsets, etc. The gifts are given away to entice the customers. So, just login to the online shops and experience the benefits of these special offers and gifts.

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Hi Tech flights provide technology fix in the air

2008-07-14T02:52:00.000-07:00

You're cruising along tens of thousands of feet above the ground when you hear the familiar text message tone of your mobile phones, you check it out and your friend has informed you that the pictures from his holiday have just gone online and wished you a happy vacation too. Not to be outdone you open your laptop and connect to the internet and see the aforementioned vacation photos, you then send an email back to your buddy vowing to beat them when you finally land at your holiday destination.

That may sound like something from the high tech dreams of Richard Branson and his space travel planes but in reality you'll soon be able to do all of this from the economy section of your flight to your holiday destination within the next few years.

Air travel has been popular for jet-setting businessmen and women for many years and obviously since the vast majority cannot be separated from their Blackberry or their laptop for any given period of time, flight companies have strived to appeal to these regular customers by enabling them to use their gizmos on the flight.

But for many years we've been told that we shouldn't use electronic devices on planes as there's a chance we could mess with the computers on board the plane and potentially cause an accident. Well last year the idea of having a small cellular phone base station on board planes called a Picocell would provide service coverage for the mobile phones on board flights. These Picocells link up with the cell networks on the ground to enable passengers to make calls and send text messages mid flight.

The flight company Virgin America now has a plethora of technical gadgets to keep many geeks happy including headrest TVs that show internet podcasts and news shows. Power outlets for laptops have become popular to with flights to the USA for business class passengers in case the battery dies out whilst working on that important spreadsheet sue when you arrive.

Now this week American Airlines is testing in flight Broadband internet on flights from New York to Los Angeles. The service is initially free to the lucky test subjects but a charge of $12.95 for flights longer than three hours but some select sites will be free to browse such as American Airlines own website as well as the famous Frommer's travel guides site as well as some news sites.

So some day soon we are going to be able to take all our electrical goods on flights with us as well as being able to actually use them, the rule that you aren't to use them during takeover and landing still remains but once your cruising at 35,000 ft you'll be able to surf the internet and take important business calls all from the comfort of business class.

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Andy Adams is an experienced UK based travel writer

Motorola i560 Review - A Review of the Motorola i560 Cell Phone

2007-12-12T01:45:00.000-08:00

The Motorola i560 is a rugged mobile phone that is military-spec durable. The abundant features in this unit provide the tools necessary for organization, fun and security. The SIM card operation keeps the mobile phone secure while the downloadable WAV files, MIDI ring tones and wallpapers serve for sheer enjoyment.

This unit comes equipped with a MOTOtalk off-network digital walkie-talkie and Selective Dynamic Group Call (SDGC). The send via PTT feature increases productivity by allowing multimedia messages to be sent from one phone to another.

Messaging features include multimedia messaging services (MMS) and mobile originated-short messaging services (MO-SMS) for variety and convenience. Voice, Internet and text messaging alerts ensure that no communications will be missed.

The i560 has the capacity to store up to 600 numbers in its consolidated contact list. Users can access the numbers quickly and easily. Features like the quickstore phone numbers and quickstore private IDs make data entry quick and easy while the turbo dial and voice activated dialing make calling lightning fast.

This flip phone comes equipped with a smart button and it offers one touch PTT (Push-To-Talk). Three-way calling, call waiting and call forwarding are integrated into the system.
Lifestyle features are abundant in the Motorola i560. The unit is hearing aid compatible for people who use M3 aids. The auto answer, airplane mode and color display are attractive additions to the cell phone. Other outstanding features include speakerphone, voice record and multi-language support.

Users can make the unit personal by assigning MIDI or WAV ring tones to specific contacts. There is a customizable main menu order that serves as a great organizational tool and the customizable profiles and navigation keys are certain to make each i560 one of a kind.

Data features include an Internet browser, wireless modem and mini-USB connectivity. Downloadable Java technology is enabled in the system as well. The cell phone boasts 25 kHz channel spacing. There is plenty of standby and talk time due to its high performance battery.
The Motorola i560 is a petite flip phone that weighs just over three ounces. However, this product has a lot to offer.

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Samsung SCH-R510 Review - A Review of the Samsung SCH-R510 Cellular Phone

2007-12-12T01:42:00.000-08:00

The Samsung SCH-R510 is nicknamed â€œThe Waferâ€ due to its slim design. At 0.31â€ thin, the uncharacteristically thin phone is packed with plenty of features.

At 4.5â€ tall X 2â€ inches wide and 2.5 oz, the Samsung SCH-R510 features a 1.3 megapixel camera, Bluetooth wireless technology and an external microSD memory slot. The phone also features a surprisingly large display at 1.8â€, supporting 220 X 176 pixels and 262K colors - great for browsing through the simple menus and viewing photos and graphics. Additionally, the SCH-R510 allows you to change the backlighting time and the font size and style.

The 1.3 megapixel camera takes pictures in four resolutions (1,280Ã--960, 640Ã--480, 320Ã--240, and 176Ã--144) and features numerous quality and lighting settings - including a night mode, brightness and white balance controls for the best quality snapshots. The camera also features multishot to take rapid photos with one click - as well as a self-timer to take a shot of yourself and several other functions. The embedded camcorder allows you to take clips with sound for up to ten minutes. With its external microSD drive, the SCH-R510 allows for additional space to store photos and video - as well as music.

The MP3 player allows you to play any song you choose - as well as assign different tunes to contacts in your phonebook. The WAP 2.0 browser allows you to download music as well as surf the web from anywhere to access sports, weather or news information as you need it. Send e-mails or text messages using the SCH-R510â€™s advanced SMS, EMS and MMS text messaging capabilities for additional audio, photos and animations. You can also send 10-second video clips to friends or family for added use of your messaging capabilities.

With Bluetooth wireless technology you can also use your phone SCH-R510 to go virtually hands-free. What more could you ask for in a sleek and stylish phone?

That said, although the Samsung SCH-R510 is definitely unique to its wafer-thin size, the phone also has no shortage of impressive features.

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Samsung F300 Black: Music Lover's Exclusive this Phone

2007-11-21T01:33:00.000-08:00

The Samsung F300 Black phones one of the newest Samsung cell phones that uses their innovative ultra-thin display. The Samsung F300 mobile phone is a revolutionary new device. The Samsung F300 Ultra Music has a unique dual-face design. Samsung F300 has a slider design that emits 256,000 colours through its TFT screen. The Bluetooth Samsung F300 Black phone promises a brilliant connectivity through its Tri-Band GSM connectivity that can help it to work across the five continents. Plus, the features as GPRS, EDGE and Bluetooth are also instrumental in enhancing the connectivity in this device.

The cheap handset Samsung F300 Black handset has been beautifully design by the Samsung design team & the overall look & finish provides the user with a great multimedia mobile handset. The Samsung F300 Black phone comes with 100 Mbytes of internal memory which can be easily expanded using a MicroSD memory card. The memory cards are removable & fit into the dedicated memory card slot. The smart phone Samsung F300 Black phones memory can be expanded up to 2 GB using a memory card option. The Samsung F300 Black fitted battery is rechargeable & can provide approximately two & a half hours talk time or one hundred & fifty five hours worth of standby time from a fully charged battery.

The unlocked mobile phone Samsung F300 Black phone Ultra Music has a unique dual-face design. On one side it has dedicated music player controls and a large 2.1" 256K color TFT display with a resolution of 176 x 220 pixels. The Samsung F300 Black has dedicated music keys are in fact touch-sensitive with a single normal Play/Pause key in the middle and are called Sweeping touch UI. The phone side of the SGH-F300 has a conventional alphanumeric keypad with large keys and a small display. Switching between multimedia player and mobile phone modes is done through a dedicated side key.

The Bluetooth mobile handset Samsung F300 Black has on the one side is a conventional mobile complete with 2-megapixel camera Tri-band connectivity Bluetooth and USB. Flip the phone over and you have a fully integrated music player with support for all the most commonly used formats. The Samsung F300 Black has 128 Mb memories can be further expanded to 2 GB via MicroSD to hold all your favorite albums and calendar, phone book, calculator & clock gives you superior quality.

The cheap cell phone Samsung F300 Black features for FM radio EDGE and Java games all packed into incredibly slim dimensions. At only 9.4mm thin and weighing only 77g it will fit any pocket but although compact usability isnâ€™t compromised as all keys are lit in blue and satisfyingly accessible. Please purchase online www.luckywirelessusa.com

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Samsung Z650i Unlocked Mobile

2007-11-21T01:32:00.000-08:00

Samsung introduces the slim, light and discreet S9, a revolutionary Bluetooth headset Samsung Z650i allows to make and receive calls but more importantly, unlike other Blutooth headsets, listen to music through high quality stereo headphones .

Samsung Z650i uses a Micro SD memory card. Micro SD memory cards like the one for the Samsung. Samsung Z650i are used to store music ( mp3 ), pictures as well as movies on certain mobile phones. The microSD is about a quarter of the size of an SD card and is the newest standard of SD flash memory specifically designed for use with ultra-small mobile phones and other devices.

Samsung-Z650i SD cards are compatible with a wide range of devices, including digital still cameras, digital camcorders, televisions, MP3 players, DVD players and PDAs.The Z650i is probably the most stereotypical Samsung phone out there, boasting a black exterior, slider form factor, and a 2 megapixel camera. The UMTS mode 3G goodness is of particular interest, however, given that it continues a recent trend by Samsung to create Cingular 3G-friendly handsets. Rounding out the features are 132MB of internal memory, microSD expansion, QVGA display, and some sort of media player.

Samsung Z650i Network path UMTS / GSM 900 / GSM 1800 / GSM 1900 the less weight mobile of 95g. The Samsung Z650i call Records 20 dialed, 20 received, 20 missed calls. The phonebook contains 1000 entries. Samsung Z650i 4 hours of talk time and almost 200 hours of stand by time. Please purchase online http://www.phoneandbeyond.com

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Samsung E570 - Style Redefined Once Again !

2007-11-21T01:30:00.000-08:00

The L'Amore edition of heavily stylised phones from the house of Nokia has new competitor by the name of Samsung E570. The newest clamshell phone from the shelves of Samsung is the latest addition to the series of La Fleur collection phones. In a svelte clamshell design, Samsung E570 comes as a perfect accessory for a style aficionado. In a range of hues and colour mix-match, viz., Sweet pink, Festival orange, Metallic blue, Special silver and Viola black, the phone comes to woo millions of either sex.

In a dimension of 86 x 45 x 24 mm, and weight of mere 81 grams, the phone can easily fit into a pocket. With its smooth, glossy texture and delectable oval shape, the phone is more like a jewel than simply a calling device. Now wear it like a pendant. A black plastic framing on the external surface of the phone protects the external OLED mono display from abrasions.

Flip open and an ergonomic keyboard welcomes you. A 1.8 inch TFT is the other display screen with supports for 65k shades of colours. The display screen offers resolution of up to 176 x 220 pixels. In an interesting mix-match of colours, where navigation keys, call keys and soft keys come in silver colouration, numeric keys maintains uniformity with a matching colour tone with the other parts of the body of this phone.

Samsung E570 feature 'Mobile Tracker', an innovative security program to help you trace your mobile while its lost or stolen. Add to this, there are a host of other applications like pedometer, calorie counter, and unit counter tools that makes this phone a multi-purpose tool for its proud owner. The list of extra specialities of this gadget include programs that help in selecting perfect fragrance, determine health condition, perfect height-weight ratio, and even maintaining a shopping list.

Keeping aside the style specialities, this tri-band phone features a 1.3 megapixel camera. It comes with supports for GPRS and EDGE connectivities. Now talk, shoot, surf, or entertain yourself - Samsung E570 makes every thing 'oh-so' stylish for you !

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Luxurious Mobile Phone

2007-11-21T01:28:00.000-08:00

With the progress of technology, mobile phone is praised by the individuals not only for its hi-tech features, but also due to its elegancy. Truly speaking, the most important element of a mobile phone is indeed its technological advancement, but a stylish look also contributes a lot while the question comes with its class and acceptance.

Technology versus Look
At this point, there two distinctive statements from simply two defined group of individuals are observed when the debate concerning technology versus look is on the air. There are, in particular, group of people who talks more about the look over technology.

Look over Technology
There is an old Bengali proverb, which says, "first to visualize, then to analyze". This means, the first important thing is impression. And it is the impression which matters a lot. Keeping this aspect in mind, there are numerous manufacturing companies which continuously contribute a great amount of time and money into developing luxurious mobile phone.

Design Matters
This investment of time and money, in turn, opens a new business era in which these companies make a tie with renowned designers. This collaboration among manufacturers and designers makes a worthy production market for exquisite handsets usually stand out from the pretty old common selections.

Taiwan - the capital for mobile luxury
Taiwan is one of the best places adored by many mobile art lovers for its vast and exquisite mobile collection. In a very recent time, Samsung is presenting its newest elegant collection, known as Samsung U708. The primary feature of this cell phone is its exclusive case. The case is elegantly designed and skillfully ornamented with Swarovski crystals.

The case is decorated by keeping the gender differences in mind. For ladies, it comes with the shape of a gorgeous gown, which has a frill at the lower-bottom part of the gown. At the top of the gown case, it is engraved with costly crystals.

On the other hand, the case, especially made for gents' customer, comes in whisky decanter with crystal engraving all over the body of the case.

This is true that "the beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder" and if someone asks for the price to buy the beauty, it means to be priceless. Till yet, there is no decided price range, however, if visited, the art lover must get the idea of the price of these mobile phones.

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The Samsung G600 - 5 Marvellous Megapixels

2007-11-21T01:24:00.000-08:00

Samsung Mobile have been at the forefront of mobile communications for the past five years due in no small part to the fact that the manufacturer consistantly delivers new and exciting features and technology to the mobile phone market place.

Gone are the days when you would have to squint at your small mobile phone screen to make out a picture before capturing it using a small VGA camera, these days Samsung consumers have the luxury of large full colour screens and multi megapixel cameras making for close to professional photography.

Samsungs newest edition offers these features but with their very latest technology - a five megapixel camera. There are only two other mobile phones currently offering this high quality camera, the LG KG920 Leo and the Nokia N95. The new Samsung G600 may sound like it already has competition but on closer examination it is easy to see why consumers will opt for this phone over its rivals. Firstly their is the sleek design, the outer casing is finished in a matt black paint and features Samsung's trademark smooth slide. The exterior buttons almost fall into the central multikey allowing for easy navigation of the menu system.

The display screen is a large 2.2 inch QVGA offering sixteen million colours which compliments the high quality pictures when viewed on-screen. The most surprising thing about the new G600 is that it is a mere 14mm thick, this is astonishing when compared to its competitors like the LG KG920 at 18mm and the Nokia N95 at 21mm proving that Samsung have really thought about the overall design and how they could squeeze this amount of technology into a phone without bulking out the dimensions.

The camera also offers autofocus, digital zoom and photolight (flash), as well as one of the best video recording resolutions available with 352 x 288 pixels at 30 frames per second.
The Samsung G600 also offers an MP3 player for uploading new music either direct from a PC or via the internet and creating playlists with your favourite music tracks and artists, and with 1GB of onbaord memory there is no need to take a second standalone music player with you, there is even a built-in FM Radio for tuning into local and national radio station whilst out and about.

Other important features in the Samsung G600 include Bluetooth technology for wireless conenction to compatible devices for file transfer and safe hands-free driving, internet and email access for browsing, downloading and keeping in touch whilst out of the office and built-in hands-free speakerphone for either talking hands-free or sharing your music and sound recordings with friends. Overall, the O2 Samsung G600 is a stylish, spohisticated, if not a little masculine photographic masterpiece that outshines it closest rivals with its array of new technology and features.

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How To Customize Your iPhone Without Spending A Fortune

2007-11-21T01:14:00.000-08:00

With the advent of the Apple iPhone came the chance for users to download music, movies, tv shows, software and lots of other goodies. But at what price? With the price of the iPhone itself at the top end of the mobile phone scale, people are finding that keeping up with the latest downloads is also costing them a pretty penny.

Paying a small amount per download seems like a good deal at the time until you want to download this song and then that movie and then you see a cool show that you would like to download and before you know it one download has turned into one hundred! With new media becoming available all the time at around one dollar per download the cost can soon get out of hand.

One way of taking away the cost involved in downloading the latest gear for your iPhone is to find a file sharing site where you can get it for free. What could be better than getting what you want for free? I'll tell you what is better than getting something for free â€¦#34; getting a download that you know isn't just a cover for a potentially damaging virus that could render your new toy useless! Don't think it won't happen because as you read this there are people out there programming away making themselves a menace to society and taking pleasure in ruining your day and they just love file sharing sites to spread their nasties.

The only sensible and reliable way to get your downloads at a reasonable price is to join an download membership site. For a once off fee of $49.95 you can have access to around 30 billion files of all media and software types. The greatest benefit is in knowing that what you are getting is the real thing and not corrupted or likely to turn your iPhone into an expensive, useless piece of plastic.

With membership sites you get unlimited access and unlimited downloads, no more per- download charge, all you will ever pay is the one time membership fee. The necessary software is also available for free to enable you to view or listen to your downloads straight away. Super-fast download speeds are a bonus as well, no waiting and waiting for something you want now and if you do have any problems rest assured that there is free 24/7 technical assistance available.

So be smart and don't take pot luck with your downloads, get what you want when you want without worrying about viruses or spyware and without worrying about contravening copyright laws. Be assured also that you won't have to worry about how much you are spending each time you download, think of it like a mobile plan with a cap, once you pay your membership fee you're away and racing. Amaze your friends with how much you have on your iPhone knowing that it hasn't cost you an arm and a leg.

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iPhone Tricks For The New iPhone Owner

2007-11-21T01:10:00.001-08:00

If you own an iPhone, you will want to learn some of the cool iPhone tricks. If you are a new owner of an iPhone, then congratulations! You now have a very handy and powerful piece of technology that can virtually do it all. And it is so easy. With your new iPhone, everything can be done with your index finger. So let the tapping begin.

Double-Tapping
Not much double tapping, because everything can be opened with a single tap. There are, however, some uses reserved for double tapping. Basically, the double-tap is used for zooming in and then zooming back out. For videos, TV shows and movies, however, the double-tap is used as a toggle between the letterbox view and the squarish simulated full-screen view.
Of course, the letterbox view gives you the full length scene in movies. But if you don't mind cutting the ends off, a double-tap gives you the larger view. It's your choice.

Time Saver
No need to capitalize or add apostrophes to contractions. Your iPhone will add these automatically as you type.

Google Maps
One of the handiest applications on your iPhone is Google Maps. Of course, you would most likely use this for driving directions. So make sure that you bookmark your home or office address to avoid unnecessary typing in the starting and destination fields.

Bigger Keyboard
Go to Safari, the iPhone's web browser. Before you tap on the address bar, rotate your iPhone horizontally. The window will detect this and switch to the horizontal mode. Then, when you tap on the address bar, the screen keyboard will be horizontal. This is all made possible by one of the three sensors hidden behind the black screen.

The Sensors
So, what are these sensors and what do they do? There is the accelerometer, the proximity sensor and the ambient light sensor. Here is how they will help you.

The accelerometer detects the rotation of your iPhone and adjusts your view accordingly. This was explained in the above section to make a bigger keyboard. The proximity sensor works when you are using the phone application to shut off the screen illumination and touch sensitivity when your iPhone is against your head. And then the ambient light sensor, which makes your screen brighter or dimmer when it detects the degree of room light or outside light.
It will not continually adjust to the room light however. It will sample the light as you unlock it. So you can fool it by covering it up or by holding it up to the light. Of course, you can also do this manually by going to Settings and adjusting the brightness slider.

Some Other Tricks
These are some of the cool iPhone tricks you can start with. Apple has a video on their website called "Finger Tips" with some other tricks. Just go to www.apple.com/iphone . You will learn how to silence the ring, delete a message, assign a ringtone, set a passcode or reset your iPhone.
These tricks should give you a good start, but there are many other iPhone tricks that you can find just by searching the blogs.

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Apple Iphone: the Deserving One

2007-11-21T01:09:00.000-08:00

The great hype that the Apple iPhone generated even before its official release is inexplicable and unprecedented. It is a handheld computer, well almost. An iPod with the best musical capabilities, the iPhone is an all-in-one device that performs multifarious activities with a consummate skill.

This high-tech device by Apple weighs a somewhat hefty 145g and measures up at 115mm x 61mm x 12mm. It cannot be said to be a sleek phone by any standards but this flaw can be easily forgotten once you have a look at the beautiful 3.5" 480x320 pixel touch screen display that constitutes the front of iPhone.

Most people will be able to forget the iPhone its size and weight once they see the beautiful 3.5" 480x320 pixel touch screen display that dominates the front of the device. The on screen control of the phone can be controlled with a finger, including the unlocking and powering off functionality. The text input method is the biggest stumbling block in this phone. The virtual keyboard on the screen is difficult to use, to say the least. You need a lot of time to get used to this type of function. Nevertheless, it becomes relatively easier to operate once you have got the hang of things.

Appleâ€™s auto-correct system is quite a logical move in terms of both spelling and capitalization checks. It is actually an effective way to identify typing errors as you type on the virtual keyboard of the Apple iPhone. This quad-band GSM/EDGE device comes with an on-screen phone dial pad which is used for dialing numbers, and a convenient Recents section that keeps track of the calls missed, made and received.

The mail client on the iPhone supports POP and IMAP accounts as well as Yahoo!, Gmail, .Mac, and AOL mail. Apart from the high-tech features, this device also incorporates all the standard mobile features that form a part of all the regular mobile phones.

A handset par excellence, Apple deserves all the accolades that it is being showered with. First attempt, and Apple has been highly successful in it.

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LG KU990 Viewty 'vs' iPhone..

2007-11-21T01:07:00.000-08:00

With all the hype of the current release of the Apple iPhone you would be forgiven for not being familiar with LG's latest offering, the LG KU990 Viewty. As with the iPhone handset the Viewty allows you to navigate its menus and features with the touch of a finger. But LG have added a few features to the Viewty that the iPhone is sorely missing. Could this touch screen technology underdog really be better than the iPhone?

The LG KU990 Viewty is equipped with a 5-megapixel camera including a xenon flash and auto focus which puts Apple iPhone's 2-megapixal offering to shame. The camera can also be switched to capture high speed motion footage and includes a unique feature that allows you to watch the video replay in slow motion. Combine this with the option to automatically upload to YouTube and you can plainly see why the Viewty is genuine competition for the iPhone.
The Viewty allows you to browse the Internet through a fast GPRS or 3G Internet connection with an innovative web browser that allows you to zoom in on areas of web pages and then use your finger to drag the page across the screen. This function is useful as the handset screen is small and trying to read a full webpage without the zoom would be almost impossible.

Surprisingly the Viewty is missing a Wi-Fi option, a feature which has become very popular and almost a 'must have' on new mobile phones as Internet browsing becomes more popular.
The onboard 170MB memory is generous but the microSD memory can only be expanded to 2GB which is really poor when you consider that the Viewty is going to be used for capturing high quality photographs and video. In comparison with the iPhone's standard 8GB the Viewty falls short by a long way.

The LG Viewty onscreen buttons and menus are easy to navigate and the photo gallery neatly allows you to drag and drop photos as if you were shuffling through a bunch of photographs laid out on a table. As with the iPhone there are some traditional buttons located under the screen that allow you to quickly answer calls or direct you to the main menu. There is also a selection of buttons on the side of the t mobile handset which allow easy use of the camera options.

At 103.5 x 54.4 x 14.8 mm the Viewty handset is smaller than the iPhone but slightly thicker. The battery life is good for a regular phone but with the other technologies included it will be necessary to regularly recharge especially if you have set the phone to vibrate each time you select a button on the touch screen.

In conclusion the LG Viewty is not just a clone of the iPhone. Yes the iPhone will be a lot more popular and will sell many more units due to a frantic advertising campaign and brand awareness. Yes the iPhone does look beautiful and operate a lot slicker than the Viewty. Yes the t mobile Viewty is missing Wi-Fi, but there are a few features that will help the Viewty compete with the iPhone. It has a far superior camera which includes video capture, the Viewty is open to networks other than O2 and the handset costs are likely to be significantly less than the Apple iPhone. The Viewty is kind of like the footballer playing for a small team who scores a spectacular goal but is overshadowed in the media by the big team player's strike.

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Apple iPhone Expands Reach For Computer Company

2007-06-06T22:18:00.001-07:00

Apple has long been known as a computer company, then for the popular iPod which dominated the MP3 market. All Mac computers come with exclusive iTunes for your iPod. It was only a matter of time before the company expanded their creativity and technology into the mobile phone industry. Apple has partnered with AT&T Wireless in an exclusive 5 year contract. Apple is almost ready to release their new iPhone to the public in June and it is sure to be a success with all of the pre-release reviews that have been written.

The Apple iPhone is said to have a few revolutionary, unique features. It's sleek design may remind some of an iPod, and from the inside as well. It has a wide-screen that is 3.5 inches. The iPhone comes equipped with Safari, a full-featured built in web-browser which give the user the ability to search the Internet viewing pages in either portrait or landscape mode. With the iPhone you are getting a cell phone, iPod, 2 megapixel camera and a full-featured web browser in one small device.

The iPhone is only 11.6mm thick, supports Bluetooth 2.0, and has either 4GB or 8GB. It features up to 16 hours of playback. The iPhone will go on sale in stores and online in June with 2-year service contracts.

The iPhone is designed for enjoying video, photos, and music. The phone doesn't come with the standard cell phone key pad, but instead has a large wide screen with advanced touch-screen technology. The iPhone utilizes a full operating system, something that has never seen on any other cell phone before.

A major benefit that those who have seen the new iPhone boast is that it is very user-friendly. The iPhone is completely menu-driven, so if you have used an iPod you will have no problem adjusting to the iPhone's format. You take your thumb to scroll through personalized lists that you can make. You can even use this scroll technology to manage your voicemail. So you can use your thumb to scroll through functions, as well as voice mail messages, then select the one that you want to hear. Much easier then being forced to listen to all of your new or saved messages trying to find a saved number or address.

The new Apple iPhone is the perfect example of how to combine several different popular technologies and devices into one all in one, please everyone device. The iPhone is sure to be copied and mimicked in the months to come as other manufacturers scramble to compete with the revolutionary new device. The iPhone is sure to be a successful hit among consumers given the current pre-release reviews that have been written. The iPhone will become one of the first phones available for the new AT&T which has replaced Cingular Wireless.

About the Author
Michael is a writer for Everything iPhone where he writes about the Apple iPhone and assorted iPhone peripherals. When not writing, he can often be found taking part in Apple iPhone discussions.

2007-06-06T22:15:00.000-07:00

Why is it that I find myself inevitably being drawn to things that are smaller than the competition? It doesn't really mean that it's a better product, and yet, when deciding between an iPod Mini and an iPod Nano, I was willing to sacrifice the storage of the mini for compactness of the nano (and the satisfaction of knowing that smaller pocket in my jeans has a purpose). Isn't it strange? Especially when I find myself losing, breaking, or needing to get glasses because of just how small the nano is. At what point will such mp3 players become so small that people finally start to go for the size bigger.

It's kind of happening with remote controls (cause how many times to those get lost in the couch?). Everyone likes a big screen TV, but even then the focus becomes on how flat it can be.
Further down the line, I think we also need to ask ourselves how much of our lives we're willing to invest in a single product. Is the convenience of it worth it? First of all, there's the monetary value, so losing something like an iPod or similar mp3 player (I like CREATIVE) is sure to bring tears to even the most hardened music lover. Then of course there's the sentimental value.

Some people, due to their computer space, keep ALL of their music on their mp3 player, and in some cases, videos and photos as well. So if you lose that, what's left? What's supposed to occupy your time on the subway, the car, or walking to work? Suddenly your life is half as fulfilling.
This is why I'm terrified, but also extremely tempted to invest in something like an iPhone. On top of keeping all your digital media on your iPod, your iPhone also can house much more advanced video games, as well as the gateway to your social life. The convenience of this is staggering, but boy, would I spend a lot of time making sure it's exactly where I left it. Like a surrogate child. Cause if you lose or break that, you may as well be lost at sea, or in the middle of the Sahara.

Oh well, ignorance is bliss, and the best way to maintain for me is playing old school Tetris on my old Series 60 phone while listening to the latest song by Maroon 5 with a background showing a slideshow of my last vacation. Aaahhhhh...

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Alex Coulombe enjoys worrying about robots taking over.

Cell Phones and Cell Phone Features You Cannot Live Without

2007-06-06T22:11:00.000-07:00

It was not that long ago that cell phones were a luxury, not a necessity. Anyone over the age of 30 will remember the days when wireless phones were big and bulky with average reception and limited coverage at best. As hard as it is to imagine now, cell phones of yesterday had one function and one function only - to make and receive calls.

How times change.... Even the most basic cell phones of 2007 pack more computing and navigational power than was used on early NASA space missions!

And as you would expect, business people have become emotionally attached to their personal cell phones and wireless technological devices. So much so that there are now specialists treating addictions to advanced wireless devices such as the Blackberry and other e-mail capable "smart" phones. Studies have shown that addictions to cell phones and wireless Blackberry e-mail are as powerful as heroin addiction!

We have tracked down some of the latest cell phones and features that eventually you may not be able to live without. If you suffer from cell phone or PDA addictions, this list may make it that much harder to kick the habit.

Wi-Fi Cell Phones

If you have ever had a call "drop out" for a brief period of time, you will appreciate the introduction of the Wi-Fi cell phone. This handy device can automatically switch between conventional cellular and Wi-Fi VoIP modes - even during the course of normal conversation.
Dense urban areas that contain large buildings made of concrete and steel continue to pose problems for conventional cellular signals. These structures have a tendency to block the radio frequencies needed to maintain wireless call connection to a "repeater" - the device that picks up your signal and makes the call possible. If a phone is near the limit of a repeater's range and the user walks from the outdoors to indoors, the call can easily be dropped out of the network.
The Wi-Fi cell phone eliminates this dropout by automatically and seamlessly connecting to the closest Wi-Fi hotspot. With Wi-Fi becoming more and more popular and widespread, look for many more handsets to carry this feature in the near future.

The Breathalyzer-Enabled Cell Phone

You have been out celebrating a new promotion with colleagues and business associates. No longer do you have to wonder whether or not you have had one too many to drive home. Introducing: The Breathalyzer Cell Phone.

The breathalyzer cellular phone is a handset that is equipped with a built-in device for detecting ethyl alcohol vapor on the breath. The Korean company LG manufactures a breathalyzer cell phone (LP4100) that is already in use by thousands of Korean customers.

Many predict this feature will be integrated into more handsets from a variety of companies sooner than later. The breathalyzer wireless phone is especially handy for the college-age crowd or for the business person who is required to constantly entertain clients or prospective clients. The breathalyzer cell phone will undoubtedly save lives as its use becomes more popular.

GPS-Enabled Cell Phones

GPS (global positioning system) navigation technology has started to be offered by wireless companies to help guide users to any address they wish to find. The newly equipped GPS phones are even able to give verbal directions in response to an address that is entered into the handset.

Practical uses for this technology are vast for both business and personal use. For salespeople, or for those whose jobs require them to travel to multiple destinations in one day, the feature could become highly addictive. On a personal level, keeping track of teens is as easy as handing them a cell phone.

There is one company that offers a service that allows users to form networks so that anyone in the network can alert everyone else in that network as to their current location. Eventually, GPS will be standard for all cell phones and wireless devices.

The "Screaming" Cell Phone

The screaming cell phone is a feature that allows for the cell phone handset to emit a noise similar to a human scream in the event that the phone is lost or stolen. Once reported, a system administrator can begin to render the scream through the use of a "kill switch". Once the noise begins, the device becomes inoperable and all stored data is subsequently erased.

Although "screaming technology" does not prevent the theft itself or even the return of the handset, it does keep sensitive cell phone data out of the hands of the thief. As one would expect, it makes the perpetrator of the crime extremely conspicuous as well. This technology can be used with any portable device: cell phone, Blackberry, PDA, pager and even a notebook computer.

Personal Handyphone

Want a phone that will function as both a wireless and landline device? If so, the Personal Handyphone is for you. The only drawback is that you need to live in Asia to use it.
Developed over 10 years ago in Japan, the personal Handyphone now boasts over 70 million users. The device is simple: a lightweight and portable wireless telephone that functions as a cordless phone in the home and wireless mobile phone everywhere else. It can now handle voice, fax and even video signals.

Apple Iphone
Due out in June, 2007, the Apple IPhone may change the cell phone landscape forever. Navigation is as simple as flicking your finger across the screen. Of course the phone comes with Ipod functions and internet browsing capabilities. The ease of use of this phone is vintage Apple, a company that seems to make everything incrediby easy.

Critics say the Iphone will not live up to the hype it has created over the last six months. Maybe so, but Cingular, the contracted carrier for Iphone service, has already received millions of inquiries about the new phone. If the Iphone is as popular as the Ipod, Apple will force other cell phone manufacturers to follow their lead. Be prepared to spend some money if you plan on buying one. The Iphone is slated to carry a hefty price tag ($499-599) - (but is it ever a cool phone!) The Apple Iphone may be the one phone that you simply cannot live without.

About the Author
Karen Thatcher is CEO of TelCon Associates, Inc. a 35-year old telecommunications consulting and bill management firm. For more information on how to reduce and control corporate telecom spending, visit http://www.telconassociates.com

2007-02-22T23:59:00.000-08:00

Nowadays, with the rapid advancement of satellite tv technology, anyone can watch any TV programs around the world. You can even watch live TV coverage of major sporting events right in the comfort of your own home.

Online TV is opening up a world of possibilities for television stations. All over the world, TV stations are making their broadcasts available to view online. The United States alone offers hundreds of stations, while nations like South Africa, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Uruguay, Finland, Spain, France, Japan and many more are offering stations as well. The possibilities are endless when it comes to what individuals can find when they watch TV online. Whether you're interested in movies, news, documentaries, various sporting events, soap operas, kids programs, music channels, in fact the list is endless. Even the best football matches that aren't shown on normal satellite or cable can be found online, even live Premiership games in the UK!

Do you know there is a simple way for you to watch tv on your pc for free? You do not need any hardware or buy any TV tuner card to be able to watch tv on your pc.

With the rapid advancement of the internet and higher and more accessible broadband for everyone, the technology has become available for streaming video.

Why bother to pay $100 a month for cable or satellite tv when you can do the same on your computer for free? In the past, in order to watch tv on your computer, you need to buy a TV tuner card and you only get the regular TV channels available in your area.

By downloading a piece of software, you can tune in to thousands of TV channels around the world. Some software even provides free satellite tv channels and all it cost is a one time fee. No monthly charges required.

You probably want to get a broadband connection to watch the tv channels since they do require high bandwidth particularly if you want high picture quality.

There are quite a number of web sites that advertise to be able to watch free tv on your pc. Not all of them are genuine. Some of them do not provide decent support and the picture quality is terrible. Some will charge extra for premium channels.

Some people prefer to watch cable or satellite channels on their TV rather than the computer monitor. If that's the case, if your computer's video card has a s-video output, you can also connect it to your TV's video port. Home theater pc already comes with this capability and even has the ability to record channels.

Watching TV on your pc is as simple as installing the software and you can instantly have access to thousands of TV channels.

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Want To Watch TV On Your Computer?

2007-02-22T23:57:00.000-08:00

I have always wanted to watch television on my pc or notebook. In fact, several years ago I purchased a tv tuner that plugged into my laptop with a USB connector. It worked, although the picture wasn’t great. But, I also needed cable access to a tv signal source, and that was a serious pain.

I travel a lot. There have been countless times that I’ve been stuck in a hotel room when some live event was on somewhere in the world, and I couldn’t watch it because the hotel just didn’t have the right channel. Or there would be some particular tv show I wanted to watch, which wasn’t available with the limited hotel services.

Another problem I had was that I spent a lot of time working in different countries, and often the local television was predominantly in a foreign language. Some of these countries had very limited cable or satellite television. Mostly I had no way of accessing tv programs in my own language, which in my case is English.

I always thought it would be fantastic if I could just plug in my laptop and watch whatever tv service and whatever channel I wanted whenever I felt like it. Well, I just recently made a fantastic discovery! With the advent of high speed internet, improved computers, and the latest developments in software, it has now become possible to watch any television show you want, anywhere in the world. This includes live broadcasts of major sporting events.

You can now buy software which installs with a simple download onto your pc or laptop which allows you to view at least 3000 channels worldwide, includes a vast menu of foreign language programs. There are premium versions of the same software that will allow you to view over 4000 channels. Hardware of any kind for your computer is not required, unlike until quite recently, when you needed a tv card or an external tv receiver. What is even more remarkable is that you pay just a one-time membership fee for the software, and you can watch the tv channels for free - forever! There are no monthly fees, which is quite a significant saving.

Frankly, I can’t speak highly enough about the convenience and benefits of this software. It’s extremely simple to install and the software interface is very easy to operate. I strongly recommend you give it a try. The software manufacturer offers a money back guarantee, so you’ve got nothing to lose. It really is a no-brainer.

To learn more about this remarkable advance in online entertainment, visit Satellite TV For Your PC

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Toys For Big Boys

2006-06-07T17:00:00.000-07:00

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Gadgets aren't just for boys

2006-03-28T19:22:00.000-08:00

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2006-03-02T17:36:00.000-08:00

GPS or Global Positioning Systems is a term that most commonly conjures up images of vehicle navigation systems, space-age satellite technology, and interactive maps for outdoors-types and sportsmen. But the reality is that there are far more applications of Global Positioning Systems beyond GPS vehicle tracking or map navigation that everyday people like us can benefit from. All it takes is a bit of creativity, and some trial and error. Here are a few of the many possibilities that can benefit you right now in your busy and hectic life.

1. Know where your children are using services from companies like uLocate Communications.

2. Keep track of elderly members of your family, so that they don’t wander off alone.

3. Plan a road trip around interesting points of interests, landmarks, campsites, diners, etc, and hear fewer "Are we there yets?"- and of course get the most out of that expensive gas.

4. Get emergency road side assistance at a touch of a button from your vehicle, so you can get help exactly where and when you need it.

5. Keep a visual journal and bookmark collection of your favorite hot spots, sceneries, and points of interests, that may not be listed in any travel guide (You can create your own mini travel guides and memories).

6. Find lost pets easily using collars with built-in GPS, better than running around in your pajamas hollering like a maniac.

7. Feel safer with cellular phone 911 calls, so emergency personnel can pinpoint your location once you make an emergency call. Please double check your carrier service to see that it has GPS features and get a primer on how it works if possible.

8. Get to your interview, or any important time sensitive destination or engagement, faster by finding shortcuts and correct directions.

9. Find a good Italian restaurant near your movie theatre on the fly.

10. Track your luggage, laptops, and anything of importance while traveling.

11. Track and find family, friends in a crowded concert, graduation, or any social gathering.

12. When going on a vacation, feel free to separate from group for a while to venture on your own based on your own interests and find them later on with your GPS enabled device- even in an unfamiliar place.

Our ability to use GPS so far is limited by the relatively poor connection to the satellite feeds when we are indoors in buildings, homes, or behind anything that could obstruct the GPS connection. However with the investment and development in a new satellite network called Galileo which should be completed in the near future, these problems should be eliminated drastically. Despite these problems, GPS still offers a world of benefits as mentioned earlier, and with any technology, it will only get better.

In addition to more practical usage applications, GPS will make a great educational and fun gift for your loved one’s and friends as well. Consider just two of the many creative and educational uses of GPS:

1. Stay physically active and fit by playing RayGun! A locational based cell phone game based on GPS technology.

2. Become more cultured, make global friends, and learn about the world playing GeoCache, a global GPS based treasure hunt.

With many affordable feature-rich models to satisfy anyone’s preferences and budgets, now is as good a time as any to learn more about GPS technologies, which are surely to become more assimilated into the mainstream within the decade. One day we will take these things for granted just like we do now for the internet and cell phones. The key is to dive in, without paralyzing yourself with the overwhelming array of choices in the GPS market, and enjoying some truly amazing technology.

Visit GPSZoom.com for a dizzying array of ways in which GPS can improve your lifestyle including with GPS tracking services for people and vehicles, and for those adventurers at heart- technology to help you conquer the outdoors, one trail at a time.

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What is GPS? A Small Guide

2006-03-02T17:21:00.000-08:00

Global Positioning System:

A satellite based navigation system providing accuracy usable for side scan sonar surveys on a worldwide basis. GPS has become a universal, reliable positioning system. Inherent errors in GPS (implemented by the Department of Defense) create inaccuracies of more than 100 meters. Differential base stations can reduce these errors to less than two meters but are time consuming to survey-in and have limited range.

GPS stands for the Global Positioning System. It refers to a system of satellites and receivers that allow people and devices to pinpoint their precise location on the earth. The heart of the system relies on 24 satellites that orbit the earth twice per day. Devices that are equipped with GPS equipment receive transmissions from at least a few of the satellites and are able to discern very precise positioning data.

The first GPS satellite was launched in 1974 and the 24th was launched in 1994. The system is operated by the United States Department of Defense and use of the system is free for anyone. New satellites are periodically launched to replace aging ones. As the technology has improved, the cost of GPS devices has plummeted while the accuracy has increased. Small portable GPS receivers have become very affordable, and the accuracy is amazing. Accuracy varies based on various factors, but it can be as good as a few meters! Land-based supplemental devices can be used to improve accuracy if higher precision is required.

The application of the GPS is very broad, and as the prices come down the number of uses is increasing. Portable GPS devices are used by fisherman and hikers to help them navigate in the wild. Many new cars are being equipped with GPS systems to help drivers with navigation. The military uses GPS to guide cruise missiles to pre-specified targets. For a new activity inspired by GPS, you can read out our answer to: What is geocaching?

On 2 May 2000, the Department of Defense switched off selective availability (SA) which made GPS readings less accurate. They reserve the right to turn it back on during national crises and the like, but for the most part GPS devices are now about 10 times more accurate than they were when selective availability was turned on!

(Global Positioning System), a worldwide MEO (medium or middle, earth orbit) satellite navigational system formed by 24 satellites orbiting the earth and their corresponding receivers on the earth. The satellites orbit the earth at approximately 12,000 miles above the surface and make two complete orbits every 24 hours.

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Nokia N90

2006-02-05T17:43:00.000-08:00

Nokia N90

Service --- T-Mobile

Phone Features"

Voice:

Integrated handsfree speaker Two-way video call capability
Dedicated key for voice dialing and voice commands
Speed dialing, automatic redial
Contacts: advanced contacts database with support for multiple phone and email details per entry, also supports thumbnail pictures and groups
Logs: keeps lists of your dialed, received, and missed calls when your phone is on and in your home network
Automatic answer (works with compatible headset or car kit only)
Supports Fixed Dialing Number, which allows calls only to predefined numbers
Conference call

Multimedia Messaging Service:
Instant Messaging1
Predictive text input
Text messaging: supports concatenated SMS, picture messaging, SMS distribution list1
Multimedia messaging: combine image, video, text, and audio clip and send as MMS to a compatible phone or PC; use MMS to tell your story with a multi-slide presentation1,14
Convenient push email client with attachment support (view jpg, 3gp, MP3, .ppt, .doc, excel and .pdf files) and periodic polling functionality1
Compatible with Nokia SU-8W Wireless Keyboard (sold separately)
Automatic resizing of your megapixel images to fit MMS (max. 300 KB attachment size depending on the network)

Camera:
Dedicated key for image capture and video record
Six possible capture scene settings including Scenery, Portrait, Night and Sports, Landscape
Flash modes: on, off, automatic and anti red-eye
Advanced camera modes: still, sequence, video
Adjustments: brightness, image quality, self-timer, white balance settings and color tones
2 megapixel camera (1600 x 1200 pixels) with autofocus 20x digital zoom
Integrated flash (operating range up to 1.5m)

Video:
Video sharing for one-way live video or video clip sharing within the voice call
Video capturing in MP4 format (MPEG-4 video, AAC-LC audio) CIF resolution (352x288 pixels)
Movie Director for automated video production
Video and still image editors
Nokia XpressPrint Printing Solution
Print digital photos directly from the device:
Transfer photos directly to compatible printer or kiosk via Bluetooth wireless technology, MultiMediaCard (MMC) or to PictBridge-compliant printer via USB connectivity cable
Built-in application is quick and easy to use; no installation, no fuss
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Display and User Interface
Main Display:
2.1 inch active matrix 262,144 colors (352 x 416 pixels)
Automatic brightness control
Active standby screen
Mini Display:
Active matrix 65,536 colors (128 x 128 pixels)
Rotating gallery
Five-way scroll key, two soft keys, application key, edit and clear keys, send and end keys, additional softkeys for Side joystick

Connectivity :

USB 2.0 full speed via Pop-Port™ interface

Nokia PC Suite connectivity with USB and Bluetooth wireless technology4,22

Local synchronization of contacts and calendar to a compatible PC using compatible connection

Remote over-the-air synchronization

Send and receive images, video clips, graphics, and business cards via Bluetooth wireless technology22

WAP 2.0 XHTML/HTML multimode browser1,2,12

Over-the-air download of Java™-based applications and games1

Improved Web compatibility with support for HTML 4.01, including support for elements such as image maps, background images, and frames1

Support for a subset of JavaScript 1.5, which includes the most commonly used functions found on the Internet

File upload over HTTP using standard HTML forms1

Small screen rendering option including a faster page-up/page-down scrolling style

Full-screen mode, download progress bar, and adaptive history list

3GPP video streaming1

OMA DRM 1.0 - including forward lock for content protection, combined delivery, separate delivery and superdistribution

Wallet: convenient online use and storage of your numbers and passwords

Offline mode for using imaging and productivity features in areas where the radio must be switched off

Organization:

Advanced Series 60 PIM (Personal Information Manager) features including calendar, contacts, to-do list, and PIM printing

Up to 27 MB of internal dynamic memory for contacts, text messages, multimedia messages, ringing tones, images, video clips, calendar notes, to-do list and applications†

Expandable memory: Compatible with 64 MB Reduced Size Dual Voltage (1.8/3V) Multimedia Memory Card (MMC) sold separately

Hot swap slot for easy MMC card insertion and removal

Personalization & Fun:

Image and video clip uploading to the web1

RealPlayer Media Player

Download and play multimedia files (video and music)1

Stream media files from compatible media portals1

Full-screen video playback on the phone to view downloaded, streamed or recorded video clips in larger size

Played formats (decoding): MP3, AAC, Real Audio, WAV, Nokia Ring Tones, AMR, AMR-WB, AMR-NB, AU, MIDI, H.263, JPEG, JPEG2000, EXIF 2.2, GIF 87/89, PNG, BMP (W-BMP), MBM and MPEG-4

Specifications:

Weight: 6.1 ounces

Dimensions: 4.41 x 2.0 x 0.94 inches

Display - up to 65,536 colors (176 x 208 pixels)

Internal antenna

Dedicated function keys

5-way navigation key

DVD Camcorder

2006-02-03T03:56:00.000-08:00

VDR-M53
DIGA DVD Palmcorder® MultiCam™ Camcorder with 24x Optical Zoom

DVD Recording is Easy, Convenient and FunRecord directly onto DVD-RAM or DVD-R discs for multiple recording and playback options. With DVD-RAM discs you never have to worry about erasing a recording or finding blank space. You can just start recording. DVD-RAM discs can also be played back in compatible devices, like select computers and home DVD-players. DVD-R discs are strong and versatile, and can also be played back on most home DVD players.Take Digital Still Images using the Built-In Digital Still Camera The VDR-M53 has a built-in digital still camera which lets you capture incredibly lifelike still images directly onto a DVD disc or SD Memory Card. Now you can store all your memories form a special event conveniently in one place.1Get an Incredibly Close Shot with 24x Optical Zoom and 800x Digital Zoom2The optical zoom acts like a telescope to produce close-up shots with extraordinary clarity. And, with variable zoom speeds, you can adjust how fast the camcorder lens moves from wide-angle to full telescope. In addition, the digital zoom ratio can be increased up to an extraordinary 800x. Now that's close up!Digital Electronics Image Stabilizer (D-EIS) Helps Eliminate Blurred ImagesDigital EIS compensates for unintentional hand and camcorder movement to help stabilize your recordings, even while you're recording as a passenger from a moving vehicle or while walking. With Digital EIS, you will not have to worry about shaky soccer games or family outings.

SD Memory CardSD Memory Card Slot for Digital Still ImagesYou can also record onto SD Memory Cards. These versatile, high-capacity storage cards are extremely small--about the size of a postage stamp. They work as "digital film," letting you capture images and then transfer them to a compatible PC, TV, PDA, or other device equipped with an SD slot. It is an easy way to share your images with friends and family.Rotating 2.5" Diagonal Color LCD Monitor for Easy ViewingOur LCD monitor provides excellent viewing clarity in full vivid color. The 2.5" diagonal color LCD screen rotates up to 270-degrees for multiple viewing angles, providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. Now you can enjoy your finished recordings right on the spot.

USB cable and driver software required. Not included with all models.
As digital magnification increases, resolution significantly decreases.

Apple Power Book G4

2006-01-30T03:13:00.000-08:00

Featuring PowerPC Processor
Thanks to the PowerPC G4 processor with Velocity Engine, every PowerBook packs a tremendous punch for doing everything from numerical computations to editing video and designing show-stopping presentations.

Stuffs im dreaming of..

2006-01-30T03:10:00.000-08:00

Recently, as a browse the internet, i happened to visit a website featuring these for your eyes only gadgets. These are stuffs that has a place only in my dreams as of the moment for owning them requires three times my lifetime earnings.. huh! :)