Looking for a reliable webcam that fits your budget and yet provides quality audio and video experience? Well, look no further as Microsoft had just announced their latest webcam – the new Microsoft LifeCam VX-2000.
Though not as feature-packed as the LifeCam VX-5000 which is targeted for more advanced user, LifeCam VX-2000 is compatible to most IM tools/softwares and is extremely easy to setup and easy to use.
Comes equipped with VGA video and 1.3MP still photography, the VX-2000 is capable of producing crystal-clear images and auto-adjusts for low-light conditions to create bright pictures in a various lighting ambience.
Combined with other Windows Live features such as Video Effects, Video Messages and Windows Live Call Button, your video calling will never be a dull moments anymore. LifeCam VX-2000 will be available in the market by June 2009 at a cost of only $29.95
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May 20, 2009
The New Microsoft LifeCam VX-2000
May 16, 2009
The New Samsung Video Camcorder SMX-C14 and SMX-C10
Electronic giant, Samsung unveiled their latest compact video camcorder with a very ergonomic feel – the new SMX-C14 and SMX-C10. Similar to their HMX-R10 full HD camcorder, which was recently revealed in the CES 2009, both C14 and C10 are featured with an “Active Angle”, allowing for a more comfortable grip during difficult shooting angles. Aesthetic wise, both new SMX-C14 and SMX-C10 also feature Samsung’s stylish Touch of Color™ finish, where hint of color is naturally blended into the deep black body for an attractive crystalline appearance.
Other noteworthy features of these new pair are, 10x optical zoom with Hyper Image Stabilization, 2.7-inch wide swiveling LCD screen in 230,000-dot, intelli-studio and the ever convenient one-touch upload button for direct connection and uploading to You Tube. Samsung also managed to include several others advanced yet unique features into SMX-C14 and SMX-C10 camcorders i.e. time-lapse recording, animated thumbnails and a versatile charging system.
The new SMX-C14 comes with a 16GB built-in internal flash memory, expandable via an SD/SDHC memory card slot. Utilising the H.264 compression technique, recording time is drastically enhanced, and thus, allowing users to record over 6 hours of continuous footage. As for the Samsung SMX-C10 model, SD/SDHC media are required, as it doesn’t feature an internal memory like his other siblings.
Users can look forward to their shipment, targeted sometime in July this year. No price indication yet from Samsung Electronics.
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Seagate Replica – Backup Your PC in Three Easy Steps
The new Seagate Replica external USB storage system does exactly what it’s named – “replica”. Just plug in the USB cable, click connect and it will replicate your entire PC, including the Windows operating system, effortlessly.
With a dimension of 142x101x18.2mm (thick) and weighing at just over 0.26kg, the Seagate Replica can be whizzed along easily with your notebook, wherever you go. At a data transfer speed of 480Mbps and disk rotational speed at 5400rpm, you can rest assured that it will keep all your files updated automatically, without you even noticing. Seagate Replica also comes with a password protection feature which will ensure only you have the access to your backed up digital data.
Seagate Replica external hard disk comes in two storage capacity sizes. The 250GB version is meant for single PC usage and is selling at $130. As for the 500GB version, intended for multi-PC usage, comes with a space-saving dock and is currently retailing at $200.
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