The Olympus E-420 is an unusually small and light 10 Megapixel DSLR aimed at point and shoot owners looking to upgrade, along with enthusiasts who want a camera they can use in situations where a traditional DSLR would be too cumbersome. It shares virtually the same design as its predecessor, the E-410, which makes it the World's smallest and lightest DSLR. New to the E-420 are enhanced Live View facilities with contrast-based AF, face detection and an 11-point AF system. The screen's also slightly bigger, there's a stack of customisation, support for wireless flash, shadow adjustment technology, a larger grip and an improved sensor. Coupled with the new slim pancake lens, the E-420 makes for an extremely compact DSLR, but does it compromise comfort, quality or usability? Find out in our Olympus E-420 review where we'll test it with the new 25mm lens, and as always for a demonstration of its highlights, see our E-420 video tour Read More
Monday, August 25, 2008
Sony Alpha A300 and Alpha A350 - compared to rivals
Sony Alpha A300 and Alpha A350 - compared to rivals
The introduction of Sony's brand new Alpha A300 and Alpha A350 have doubled the company's current DSLR range - and at kit prices of $799 and $899 USD respectively, stack-up favourably against the competition. Both new Sonys feature Live View with quick AF, tilting screens for greater compositional flexibility, and like all Alphas sport built-in sensor-shift stabilisation. They're likely to be big sellers, so if you're in the market for a new DSLR, you'll want to carefully compare their features against the competition - and we've done just that for you in our Sony A300 and A350 feature comparison, where you'll discover where they fit-in with models like Canon's EOS 450D / Rebel XSi and the Nikon D60, along with Sony's existing Alpha A200 and A700.
The introduction of Sony's brand new Alpha A300 and Alpha A350 have doubled the company's current DSLR range - and at kit prices of $799 and $899 USD respectively, stack-up favourably against the competition. Both new Sonys feature Live View with quick AF, tilting screens for greater compositional flexibility, and like all Alphas sport built-in sensor-shift stabilisation. They're likely to be big sellers, so if you're in the market for a new DSLR, you'll want to carefully compare their features against the competition - and we've done just that for you in our Sony A300 and A350 feature comparison, where you'll discover where they fit-in with models like Canon's EOS 450D / Rebel XSi and the Nikon D60, along with Sony's existing Alpha A200 and A700.
Microsoft Excel 2003 Functions and Formulas - Count the Number of Cells That Meet a Condition
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Canon PowerShot A1000 IS, A2000 IS revamp popular "A" models
Canon PowerShot A1000 IS, A2000 IS revamp popular "A" models
Canon is reworking its popular PowerShot A series of affordable, feature-rich compact cameras to include two new 10 megapixel models.
Canon is reworking its popular PowerShot A series of affordable, feature-rich compact cameras to include two new 10 megapixel models.
Nikon D700 - full review and video tour
The D700 is Nikon's second full-frame DSLR, taking the 12.1 Megapixel 'FX' sensor from the flagship D3 and squeezing it into a D300-sized body. This allows the D700 to share the same excellent high ISO performance as the D3 in a smaller, lighter and more affordable form factor. The D700 also features a 51-point AF system, high resolution 3in VGA monitor with Live View, an HDMI port for connection to HDTVs and superb build-quality with resistance to dust and moisture. It's one of the most feature-packed DSLRs to date, but with so many features matching the D300, the big question is how the quality compares - and whether it's worth spending the extra for the full-frame sensor. Find out in our Nikon D700 full review where you'll see it directly compared against the D300 and Canon's EOS 5D. And as always, you can see the highlights in our Nikon D700 video tour. Read More
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 - Toggle Resetting the Zoom Level to 100%
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX35 with 4x Wide-Angle 25mm Zoom
Panasonic has today introduced the 10.1-megapixel Lumix DMC-FX35 with an impressive 25mm ultra-wide-angle LEICA DC lens and 4x optical zoom (equivalent to 25mm to 100 mm on a 35mm film camera). Panasonic's Intelligent Auto mode, which includes various shooting-assist functions, has been enhanced in the DMC-FX35 by adding an Intelligent Exposure feature and Digital Red-eye Correction. See full story... Read More
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Samsung Yp T10 4GB yp T10JAB
The Samsung YP-T10 is a super slim and sexy MP3 player which although is looking a little like the Samsung Read More
Comfortable, wide neoprene style camera strap just �7
Comfortable, wide neoprene style camera strap just �7
ePHOTOzine has extended its range of branded merchandise.
ePHOTOzine has extended its range of branded merchandise.
Cooliris (PicLens) for Mozilla Firefox 3 (Windows) v1.8.0
Cooliris (PicLens) for Mozilla Firefox 3 (Windows) v1.8.0
PicLens instantly transforms your browser into a full-screen, 3D experience for viewing images on the web.
PicLens instantly transforms your browser into a full-screen, 3D experience for viewing images on the web.
AMD targets Nvidia with dual-GPU graphics card
Advanced Micro Devices has thrown down the gauntlet to graphics rival Nvidia, unveiling a graphics card that runs two graphics chips. Read More
Windows XP and Explorer - Toggle Caching Thumbnails And Creating Thumbs.db Files
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Lenovo ThinkPad X200
While Lenovo’s ultra-sleek X300 may have stolen the show as the company’s MacBook Air competitor back in April, the machine’s astronomic price tag also left most would-be buyers pressing against the window glass like gawkers at a Maserati dealership. To fill the gap between the flagship X300 and the smaller, but far more affordable 12.1-inch X61, Lenovo released the X61’s successor in July, the X200. The reworked machine has grown in width to make room for a new widescreen XGA screen, picked up Intel’s latest generation Montevina mobile chip for better speed and efficiency, and stirred in some extra features and refinements as well.
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Read MoreComfortable, wide neoprene style camera strap just �7
Comfortable, wide neoprene style camera strap just �7
ePHOTOzine has extended its range of branded merchandise.
ePHOTOzine has extended its range of branded merchandise.
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 - full review and video tour
The Alpha A350 is the top model in Sony's latest triplet of DSLRs. It takes A200's body with built-in stabilisation, swaps the 10.2 Megapixel sensor for one with 14.2 Megapixels, equips it with Live View and hinges the 2.7in screen so it can tilt up or down for easier framing at high or low angles. The Live View also employs a secondary sensor in the viewfinder, which means the normal AF system can work as quickly as normal and there's none of the usual noises or delay. On paper, the A350 looks like being one of the most important DSLRs of 2008, but does it live up to its expectations in practice? Find out in our Sony Alpha DSLR A350 review and as always, check out the highlights in our A350 video tour. Read More
Benro B Series Ball
Zhongshan Benro Precision Machinery have announced their new B Series Ball Head, which has been effectively redesigned to incorporate real damper adjustment and greater locking force whilst improving the smoothness of operation. Read More
Skype Recorder v2.2
Skype Recorder v2.2
Skype Recorder is a surprisingly easy-to-use tool for recording Skype audio conversations.
Skype Recorder is a surprisingly easy-to-use tool for recording Skype audio conversations.
Windows Server 2008 is my Desktop Workstation
After hearing lots of good stuffs about this new SERVER product from Microsoft called Windows Server 2008, I took the decision to move from Windows Vista Ultimate to Windows Server 2008 Enterprise Edition 
The good thing is, Windows Server 2008 can be configured as a fully featured desktop workstation. Your one stop guide for completing this ‘awesome’ task is here
Below is my laptop configuration:
2) 4 GB RAM
I have Windows Server 2008 Enterprise x86 Edition installed
Below is the list of software installed:
1) Apple Bootcamp
2) Microsoft Office 2007
3) Microsoft Visio 2007
4) Mozilla Firefox
5) Skype
6) Apple Quicktime
7) Apple iTunes
8 ) Windows Live
- Live Writer
- Live Messenger
- Live Photo Gallery
9) Foxit PDF Reader
10) Flashget Download Manager
11) Virtual PC
12) Kaspersky Internet Security
13) tWhirl
14) Windows Mobile Device Center 6.1
This server is Fast, Sleek, and Customizable (in Features and Roles). That’s a huge benefit over Vista where many services get started no matter you use them.
I have also moved my development stuffs to a virtual environment now and virtual machines run quite fast than in Vista here. Yes, I am quite happy with Virtual PC 2007 and I don’t think I would install x64 version just for Hyper-V. The application support for x64 sucks!
Everything works good in my setup including sleep,shutdown and hibernate 
So far, my experience of having Windows Server 2008 as my main desktop workstation is good and I think I will continue to stay on this for a long, long time until Windows 7 comes out 
ContrastMaster
The Plugin Site have announced the release of ContrastMaster for Windows, a new product in the PhotoWiz series. Read More
Sony Cyber-shot T700
Sony Cyber-shot T700
Sony have announced the stylish new Cyber-shot T700 which can store an incredible 40,000 photos on its 4GB internal memory.
Sony have announced the stylish new Cyber-shot T700 which can store an incredible 40,000 photos on its 4GB internal memory.
Sony announces Cyber-shot DSC-T77 touch-screen ultracompact
Sony announces Cyber-shot DSC-T77 touch-screen ultracompact
Sony has expanded its T series, as well as its range of automated shooting functions, with the addition of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T77.
Sony has expanded its T series, as well as its range of automated shooting functions, with the addition of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T77.
Apple iPod nano green (8 GB) MP3 Player
Apple iPod nano green (8 GB) MP3 Player
Without changing the name, Apple has upgraded the iPod Nano by changing its size and colour options
Without changing the name, Apple has upgraded the iPod Nano by changing its size and colour options
Gitzo accessories for tripods and monopods
Gitzo accessories for tripods and monopods
A completely new range of accessories dedicated to carrying Gitzo tripods and monopods
A completely new range of accessories dedicated to carrying Gitzo tripods and monopods
Friday, August 8, 2008
Nikon Coolpix S60
Nikon Coolpix S60
Nikon UK have announced the Coolpix S60 - a compact digital camera featuring a large 3.5-inch wide-screen LCD monitor with touch-panel control.
Nikon UK have announced the Coolpix S60 - a compact digital camera featuring a large 3.5-inch wide-screen LCD monitor with touch-panel control.
Complete Nikkor lens range with details and prices
Complete Nikkor lens range with details and prices
If you're shopping for a Nikon lens you've come to the right place. To complement our existing lists of cameras and DSLRs, we now additionally provide details of the complete Nikkor lens range including specifications and updated prices. So whether you're wondering which zoom is best for you or just how much you'll need to save for a big-aperture pro lens, check out our Nikkor Lens Listings.
If you're shopping for a Nikon lens you've come to the right place. To complement our existing lists of cameras and DSLRs, we now additionally provide details of the complete Nikkor lens range including specifications and updated prices. So whether you're wondering which zoom is best for you or just how much you'll need to save for a big-aperture pro lens, check out our Nikkor Lens Listings.
Windows Vista - Mouse - Wheel Scrolls Too Fast or Not Fast Enough
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Microsoft Excel 2003 Functions and Formulas - Exponentiation
Microsoft Excel 2003 Functions and Formulas - Exponentiation
Two ways to raise numbers to powers inside Microsoft Excel 2003 spreadsheets. ...
Two ways to raise numbers to powers inside Microsoft Excel 2003 spreadsheets. ...
Microsoft Excel 2003 Functions and Formulas - Find a Conditional Sum
Microsoft Excel 2003 Functions and Formulas - Find a Conditional Sum
Use Microsoft Excel 2003 to find the sum of numbers that meet a certain condition. ...
Use Microsoft Excel 2003 to find the sum of numbers that meet a certain condition. ...
Nuevasync
Nuevasync
I mentioned in my blog a few days ago about using Mobileme which is an apple replacement for the .mac service.
I am still in the trial of their service which last for another 45 odd days.
So far the service has been reasonable -initially there were teething problems which we triallers were given 60 days.
The Calendar feature still seems to be problematic however.
Anyway whilst being involved with the Apple-Iphone Yahoo group I learnt about a free enterprise Push service utilizing Google and using opensource sync protocols already available.
http://www.nuevasync.com/
Some might ask who is behind this and why is it free plus other ?? security issues.
They dont have the push mail running yet but definitely Calendar and contacts works via Google.
Ill be reporting back on this one
I mentioned in my blog a few days ago about using Mobileme which is an apple replacement for the .mac service.
I am still in the trial of their service which last for another 45 odd days.
So far the service has been reasonable -initially there were teething problems which we triallers were given 60 days.
The Calendar feature still seems to be problematic however.
Anyway whilst being involved with the Apple-Iphone Yahoo group I learnt about a free enterprise Push service utilizing Google and using opensource sync protocols already available.
http://www.nuevasync.com/
Some might ask who is behind this and why is it free plus other ?? security issues.
They dont have the push mail running yet but definitely Calendar and contacts works via Google.
Ill be reporting back on this one
NV4 titanium and L100 Chelsea Limited Edition
NV4 titanium and L100 Chelsea Limited Edition
Samsung Cameras, the Official Camera Sponsor of Chelsea, are celebrating the start of the football season with the launch of the Limited Edition Samsung NV4 titanium and L100 cameras with the Chelsea FC team crest included.
Samsung Cameras, the Official Camera Sponsor of Chelsea, are celebrating the start of the football season with the launch of the Limited Edition Samsung NV4 titanium and L100 cameras with the Chelsea FC team crest included.
NewsReactor build 20080807.08
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Camera Labs Assignment: vote for your favourite!
Camera Labs Assignment: vote for your favourite!
It's the first day of a new month which means a new Assignment in the Camera Labs forums. The theme as suggested by the winner of June's Assignment, richcaw, is 'Trees'. To enter, visit the August Assignment Submissions page. This also means submissions for last month's Assignment are now closed so you can vote for your favourite entry of Georgie2H's 'Minimalism' theme. So to vote, register or sign-into our forums and head on over to our July Assignment Submissions thread.
It's the first day of a new month which means a new Assignment in the Camera Labs forums. The theme as suggested by the winner of June's Assignment, richcaw, is 'Trees'. To enter, visit the August Assignment Submissions page. This also means submissions for last month's Assignment are now closed so you can vote for your favourite entry of Georgie2H's 'Minimalism' theme. So to vote, register or sign-into our forums and head on over to our July Assignment Submissions thread.
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Samsung release two new Q1 Ultra series UMPCs
July 30, 2008 Samsung has released two new models for their Q1 Ultra series of ultra-mobile PCs - the businessman's Q1UP-V and the well connected Q1U-CMXP...
Tags: Samsung, UMPC
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AiLive demonstrate LiveMove 2 and the MotionPlus add-on for the Wii
July 31, 2008 AiLive, the company who helped Nintendo build the MotionPlus add-on for the Wii remote, has released a video showing off their LiveMove 2 toolset for Wii developers who wish to implement MotionPlus functionality in their games. Even if you don't play video games, you will want to see what this thing can do...
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Pentax K200D - full review and video tour
The Pentax K200D is a 10 Megapixel budget DSLR with a big difference: with no fewer than 60 seals against the elements, its boasts an unprecedented degree of weatherproofing for its price. The body also features built-in Shake Reduction which works with any lens you attach. The K200D additionally sports an upper LCD screen, support for Adobe's DNG RAW format, along with optional in-camera RAW processing and even a dedicated RAW button. It's an impressive array of features, many inherited from the former flagship K10D, although there's no Live View. So the big question is whether traditional aspects and tough build quality can outweigh modern gadgetry. Find out it measures-up against rivals in our Pentax K200D review and to see a demonstration of its highlights, check out our Pentax K200D video tour. Read More
Sidekick LX
The Sidekick LX is an upgrade to the Sidekick 3, with a vastly improved screen, slimmer profile, video support, and a standard headphone jack. The flip-out screen and roomy QWERTY keyboard are the centerpieces, ensuring that kids will be hammering out messages instead of paying attention to where they're going for some time to come. Prospective iPhone buyers will be disappointed by the Sidekick LX's lack of robust 3rd-party app support and WiFi. But make no mistake: You can't beat the LX for compulsive texters and instant-messaging nuts.
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Read MoreSolar energy system goes to market
SolarCraft has completed a 35.4 kilowatt solar energy system at the new Hamilton Marketplace Complex in Novato, California. The system will enable the new shopping center to generate enough clean electricity to spare the air nearly 31 tons of harmful greenhouse gases annually, equivalent to the air filtering of 6.2 acres of trees...
Tags: Environmental, Renewable Energy, retail technology, Solar
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Wellington City Council: where the process dies...
Wellington City Council: where the process dies...
On a rainy day I parked on Tory St, Wellington and used the convenience of paying my parking via SMS. That would be $4 for two hours, plus $.50 for the privilege of not having to carry coins. But instead of getting the little piece of paper with the ticket to put in my windshield, I got an error message:
Interesting. But I immediately got a SMS back from Telecom saying "thanks, we debited your account for $4.50".
Bummer. So instead I decided to use a credit card. Again I got an error message:
Hmmm. It looks like the machine may be out of paper, but the developer for this company decided to stupidly save some bytes instead of providing a meaningful message - and a transaction rollback.
So I walk to the next machine, pay and display the ticket in the windshield.
But I wouldn't be short of $9 today, right? I called the Wellington City Council, explained what happened, and was assured someone would call me back to arrange the refund.
You guessed right. No one ever called me back.
Like so many other New Zealand businesses, getting you off the phone is what they want to do. The Wellington City Council is quick to slap a fine on your car if you are over five minutes in the parking lot, but they don't want to move a finger to refund you money that they took without providing the service.
By the way I am looking at my credit card statement. This was on 17 June. More than enough time for the Wellington City Council to come back to me.
End of rant of the day. 
On a rainy day I parked on Tory St, Wellington and used the convenience of paying my parking via SMS. That would be $4 for two hours, plus $.50 for the privilege of not having to carry coins. But instead of getting the little piece of paper with the ticket to put in my windshield, I got an error message:
"Transaction rejected"
Interesting. But I immediately got a SMS back from Telecom saying "thanks, we debited your account for $4.50".
Bummer. So instead I decided to use a credit card. Again I got an error message:
"Transaction rejected"
Hmmm. It looks like the machine may be out of paper, but the developer for this company decided to stupidly save some bytes instead of providing a meaningful message - and a transaction rollback.
So I walk to the next machine, pay and display the ticket in the windshield.
But I wouldn't be short of $9 today, right? I called the Wellington City Council, explained what happened, and was assured someone would call me back to arrange the refund.
You guessed right. No one ever called me back.
Like so many other New Zealand businesses, getting you off the phone is what they want to do. The Wellington City Council is quick to slap a fine on your car if you are over five minutes in the parking lot, but they don't want to move a finger to refund you money that they took without providing the service.
By the way I am looking at my credit card statement. This was on 17 June. More than enough time for the Wellington City Council to come back to me.
End of rant of the day.
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