The military has its own needs as far as navigation and positioning when duty calls and Rockwell Collins now releases a new handheld GPS receiver with the MicroDAGR. The MicroDAGR hand-held GPS is actually smaller version of the Defense Advanced GPS Receiver (DAGR), carrying security and durability in the most rugged conditions. It provides real-time positioning moving maps via the full-color touch screen display and can be easily worn by wrist. Other features included in the MicroDAGR are a vibration alert, MP3 player and a digital camera.

(Source) Press

Tags: color touch screen, Digital Camera, durability, GPS, gps receiver, hand held gps, maps, MP3 Player, real time, rockwell collins, rugged conditions

Motorola unveils another rugged handheld device catered to serve the business and industrial sector, the Motorola MC950. As more businesses today are going mobile, the MC950 carries a whole bunch of features that include 3.5G WAN capabilities, a unique accessory system and better battery management.

The Motorola MC950 is equipped with the Marvell XScale PXA320@806 MHz processor and Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 operating system and an enterprise-class GPS system that promises to cover various environmental conditions. It also carries a 3 megapixel auto-focus high resolution digital camera for capturing and scanning important images and documents as required.

The Motorola MC950 will be made available worldwide through Motorola partners and sales groups.

(Source) Press

Tags: accessory system, auto focus, battery management, Digital Camera, enterprise class, environmental conditions, GPS System, handheld device, high resolution, industrial sector, Marvell, megapixel, mhz processor, microsoft windows, mobile computer, Motorola, Motorola, motorola partners, operating system, wan capabilities, Windows Mobile

If Apple resellers are to be believed, the current generation of iPods are being discounted and retailers are being urged to deplete their stock to make way for new models. While this hasn’t been officially confirmed, we’ve had tons of evidence to support the fact that Apple is gearing up to launch a line of iPod nanos and touches that feature a digital camera.

Those looking to purchase a new iPod may want to hold off until September 8th when Apple is expected to make an announcement.

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Tags: Apple, Digital Camera, ipod, Nano, reseller, rumor, Touch, Uncategorized

Sony Ericsson is set to unveil a new dandy handset with the Sony Ericsson U10i. It was originally known as the Aino, a mobile phone that had buzzed around in May. The U10i is GPS enabled and features an 8.1 MP digital camera and a slide out keypad form factor.

The Sony Ericsson U10i also includes a full touch screen display and supports microSD cards. The phone is equipped with the usual Bluetooth connectivity along with a removable 100mAh battery. There will also be other phones available such as the U10a and the U10.

The Sony Ericsson U10i is expected to officially come out by the fourth quarter of the year after gaining FCC approval just recently.

Here are some images of the Sony Ericsson U10i:

(Source) Navigadget

Tags: Aino, bluetooth connectivity, Digital Camera, fcc, fcc approval, fourth quarter, handset, microsd cards, mobile phone, mp, Sony, Sony Ericsson, Sony Ericsson, touch screen

If a recent camera order made by Apple is anything to go by, the next generation of iPod touches and iPod Nanos may very well be getting their own digital camera a la the iPhone.

As the rumor goes, Apple placed an order for a “massive number of camera modules of the type that they include in the iPhone”. Furthermore, they are cheap modules, around $10, which means they are almost exactly like the iPhone’s.

If/when Apple adds these cameras to their iPod lineup, what will happen to the low end digital camera market? Will they really cause that big of an upset? Only time will tell.

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Tags: Apple, Cell Phones, Digital Camera, Digital Cameras, iPhone, ipod nano, iPod Touch, Mobile News, order, rumor

The Canon PowerShot SX10 IS, is a great camera that will do wonders for your abilities to take photographs. This is because the IS at the end of the name stands for image stabilization. It is also a camera that has a lot of great features and allow s for professional quality photographs.

The camera has great 10x digital zoom as well as a built in flash that will aid in picture taking. The camera has 10 megapixels and is able to take shots at night and during the day. It is great for doing all kinds of shots at any time.

Tags: Canon, Canon, Canon PowerShot SX10 IS, Digital Camera, Digital Cameras

Guess what? You can now bring your iPhone with you the next time you go for a dive, snorkel or swim. All that was made possible by this iPhone underwater housing from EWA Marine. EWA Marine is a brand that provides (under)water sports solutions for the wide array of digital electronic equipment that is available nowadays.

And what’s better than capturing the fabulous underwater wildlife with a digital camera? EWA Marine provides many affordable solutions for any digital compact or DSLR camera you can think of, allowing you to explore the underwater world. New during PMA is an underwater housing for those who love snorkeling. Not every person is able to go for scuba diving or has the possibility to do it. Snorkeling is an entirely different thing.

The new EWA Marine underwater housing is waterproof to a depth of 3 meters and offers room to a small compact camera. The price for the American market is 49 Dollars, where Europeans pay the same price in Euros, 49.

(Source) Lets Go Digital

Tags: Accessories, affordable solutions, Apple, Cell Phones, compact camera, Digital Camera, dslr camera, electronic equipment, europeans, ewa marine underwater housing, iPhone, snorkel, sports solutions, underwater wildlife, underwater world, water sports

Who says you need technical cameras to capture great photos? Thanks to Samsung technology, here is a compact camera that can deliver practically the same quality with bonus features.

Imagine a digital camera that’s neither an SLR nor a superzoom nor an “ultraslim” compact that can deliver quality images. You don’t have to look far because the Samsung NV24 can provide you with answers to all these photography needs. The Samsung NV24 is also HDTV-compatible.

At 24mm, the NV24’s zoom has a maximum aperture of f/2.8, which along with the NV24’s lens-based image stabilization and top sensitivity of ISO 3200 helps minimize blur. (The lens slows to a not-so-bright f/5.7 at the long end.) For videos of spaces wide or claustrophobic you have the option of 1,280 x 720 pixels at 30fps, with high-definition 720p HDMI output to an HDTV through an accessory cradle (about $50).

(Source) Samsung

Tags: compact camera, Digital Camera, Digital Cameras, Samsung, superzoom, technical cameras

Leica can certainly make cameras. It has launched two new cameras, both 10.1 meagapixel. They are the D-Lux 4 and the C-Lux 3. The D-Lux 4 has a 1/1.63 CCD image sensor and a high-spee Leica DC Vario-Summicron 5.1-12.8mm f/2.0-2.8 ASPH with 35mm equivalent focal length of 24 to 70mm. Wow, that was a long phrase! What you need to know is that it will take great pictures for you, no matter how good a photographer you are. The D-Lux 4 has a bigger TFT LCD monitor than the C-Lux 3. It’s a 3 inch monitor with 460,000 pixels and ISO sensitivity range from 80-3200. It has three photo formats available: 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9.

The C-Lux 3 on the other hand has a smaller 1/2.33 CCD sensor and a one-stop slower Leica DC Vario-Elmarit 4.4-22mm f/2.8-5.9 ASPH with 35mm equivalent focal length of 25 to 125mm. The LCD is smaller. At 2.5 inch it will offer you 230,000 pixels and ISO sensitivity of 100 to 1600.

Both have 50MB internal storage space, it has SD/SDHC support and video recording mode in 640×480, 848×480 and 1280×720 format. We’re waiting for a price to be announced later in October when the Leicas will be available.

Tags: Digital Camera, Digital Cameras, Leica, Portable Devices

Samsung has a new camera for intermediate users. The L310W was announced at the IFA and it’s a point and shoot camera. It’s a 13.6 megapixels camera with dual image stabilization. It has a 2.7 inch LCD and a 3.6x optical zoom lens. Auto red eye fix, face detection, blink detection, smile shot, beauty shot, MPEG-4 video recording and more features are also available.

There are two very useful features for the L310W. One is the 28mm wide angle unit which lets you include more scenery in all your photos. The second one is the built-in function description and photo help guide which describe all features to help users understand how various settings work right then when they’re taking certain pictures.

Tags: Digital Camera, Digital Cameras, Portable Devices, Samsung

Nikon has announced their newest camera, the D90 DSLR and boy would we like to get our hands on it. It’s not necessarily the 12.3 megapixels or the EXPEED image processing that we’re after but rather the movie function which is a new feature for this family of cameras.
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Tags: camcorder, D90, Digital Camera, Nikon, Nikon

Sony has another Cybershot for us, the DSC-T500. This is a 10 megapixel digital camera which also knows how to record 720p videos at 30 frames per second in the MPEG4 H.264 codec. (more…)

Tags: CyberShot, Digital Camera, Digital Cameras, Portable Devices, Sony, video capture

Sony’s new Cybershot model, the T77 is going to be launched sometime next month. It’s not the professional camera you are looking for, but it’s the perfect tool to keep around you. The T77 is said to have a 10 megapixel resolution, 4x optical zoom and a large touchscreen display on the back. The camera will be priced at 249.99GBP or roughly $500, depending where you’re going to get it.

Check out the video above. Ready to get rid of your old model to get your hands on the newest Cybershot?

Tags: CyberShot, Digital Camera, Digital Cameras, Portable Devices, Sony

Well sports fans, Polaroid is back and it’s hot! I don’t exactly know about hot but it’s surly back. Well i don’t know exactly if it’s back either…
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Tags: camera, Digital Camera, Digital Cameras, mobile printers, Polaroid, Portable Devices

The FinePix S20000HD seems to be the successor of the tS1000FD from Fujifilm. What’s new? Well there’s a lens upgrade from 12X to 15X. High definition video recording is also available if you happen to be a home video director.

The camera seems to be made for fast action like we see in various sports. If you are a sports photographer you’ll be able to take 5 megapixels photos at 6.8 frames per second while 3 megapixlels picture can be taken at 13.5 frames per second.

The S20000HD will retail for about $293 but we don’t know when it’s actually going to be available.
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Tags: Digital Camera, Digital Cameras, finepix, fujifilm

Here’s another James Bond worthy gadget. With these sunglasses you will be able not only to look directly towards the sun whenever you feel like doing it but also to take pictures and listen to music without anyone suspecting such a thing.

There’s 2GB flash memory available which will let you take about 15,000 photos. The 1.3 megapixel miniature spy-camera will serve its purpose. With color pictures of up to 1280 x 1024 you will be able to take photos in the weirdest places. Provided of course that no one is going to find your sunglasses inappropriate for some events.

The battery will let you play music for about 6 hours or take pictures from 2 to 9 hours, depending on how many pictures you’re going to take. In case you were expecting it, yes, there’s a remote control which can be activated from your pocket.

Head to Brando if you want one of these gadgets and get ready to spend $165 for it.
Price US$165.00 from brando

Tags: Digital Camera, gadgets, MP3 Player, Portable Devices

Samsung has two new digital cameras coming in September. These are the TL34HD and the L310W. Like what you see in the picture? That’s the TL34HD, a disciple of the NV24HD and it just might be the most advanced point and shoot camera from Samsung.

Here’s what it has to offer:

• 14.7 megapixels resolution
• 28mm Schneider lens
• 3.6x optical zoom
• 720p video recording at 30fps
• movie stabilizer when recording video
• successive Recording mode
• Smart Touch 2.0 user interface
• HDMI connectivity

The L310W digital camera which you can see just below, isn’t that bad either. This one has a 13.6 megapixels sensor which will definitely upgrade your photography talent. What else you ask. Here are more specs:

• 3.6x wide optical zoom lens
• intelligent 2.7 inch LCD screen
• Samsung Perfect Portrait System
• Face Detection
• Blink Detection Mode
• Smile Mode
• Beauty Shot mode
• Digital Image Stabilization
• Auto Contrast Balance
• Movie recording at SVGA resolution @ 20 fps in MPEG-4 format

Both cameras will be rolling in September. The TL34HD will sell for $329.95 while the L310W is reported to sell for £199 which is about $398. That would be simply weird. The better version should be more expensive.

Tags: Digital Camera, Digital Cameras, Portable Devices, Samsung

No later than last week we were getting ready for Kodak’s 50 megapixel image sensor which is supposed to pack the $39,995 Hassleblad’s H3DII-50 camera. Now we hear that PhaseOne is going to surpass Kodak as they are about to offer a 60.5 megapixels camera.

PhaseOne’s P65+ digital back has a resolution of 8984 x 6732 active pixels which lead to a total resolution of 60.5 megapixels. Such a camera will be priced accordingly. You will have to get your hands on about $42,000 to get one. And the P65+ digital back is worth #39,900. Just in case you need something “smaller”, the 21 megapixels camera from PhaseOne costs only $13,000. Better buy a car you say?

The CCD sensor called “Sensor+” technology can take up to one image per second. An 8GB RGB image will be transformed into a 180MB file. Better choose wisely what you’re going to photograph!

Tags: Digital Camera, Digital Cameras, Mobile News, PhaseOne

No, the title is not wrong. Although it might look like a candybar cell phone, the DV300T is just a digital camera with nothing really distinguished about it. Equipped with a mediocre 3.1-megapixel camera and no optical zoom to speak of, Mustek tries to make up for its shortcomings with video recording capability in PAL/NTSC, a voice recorder, music player, and a text reader though I am not sure even that would pull any love towards it.

No word on pricing or availability but considering what it carries, must be pretty light on your wallet.

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Tags: Digital Camera, Digital Cameras, DV300T, Mustek

While the majority of students and various professionals try their hand at break-neck speed writing during lectures and meetings, those who’ve discovered Qipit merely laugh in amusement. Those who use Qipit would merely take digital pictures of white boards, notes and anything similar and know that the service would convert the files to clear and legible PDF files for them.

Made possible by digital and mobile phone camera technology, Qipit offers a service so unbelievably ingenious, it makes everyone want to try it out even once, even just for curiosity’s sake. Using Qipit is pretty simple. You have to be situated in an eligible country and would need to have a compatible mobile phone, digital camera and an account in the Qipit web site.

Simply upload the images into your account, email the images to them or even fax the images and you’ll get your converted PDF files for FREE. Yep, this service goes for free right now and we could only hope it’ll be for good.

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Tags: camera phone, Digital Camera, Digital Cameras