Archive for April, 2010

Dalsa powers Intergraph camera with 140Mp sensor

Friday, April 30th, 2010

DALSA is powering the new generation of Z/I Imaging Digital Mapping systems by Intergraph, the model DMC II 140, with a custom 140 Megapixel image sensor, designed exclusively for Intergraph. The new DMC II 140 camera uses five customized image sensors per system: four 42 Megapixel (6096 x 6846) and one 140 Megapixel (12240 x 11418), collecting 308 Megapixels with one exposure. DALSA’s very large image format (88 x 82 mm), hermetically sealed sensors are optimized for photogrammetric performance…

Ford Start concept car

Friday, April 30th, 2010

Not only is the Ford Start concept car, which debuted at the 2010 Beijing Motor Show, smart looking and petite, it also sports an iPhone-like interface.

Feature: Free iPhone pregnancy apps

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

There’s a lot for pregnant women to remember, and pregnancy can be a busy enough time as it is without trying to remember gynaecologists’ appointments and what foods and vitamins you can and can’t eat.

ABC on iView, iiNet and the iPad

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

Giving users a consistent online TV experience is a difficult proposition, according to Craig Preston, head of technology for ABC innovation, especially when new trends and devices to access content are constantly appearing to complicate matters.

Pulse: Guitar amp PC for the rock geek

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

Is the OPC Computer Amplifier a guitar amp with a bonus computer or a computer with a bonus guitar amp? The look suggests the former. The 500GB HDD…

GE launches cameras in Australia

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

GE will launch a range of compact cameras into the Australian market in June this year, with the first models targeted towards fashion-conscious female photographers.

DIY: Take back your privacy from Facebook

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

We’ll explain Facebook’s latest changes that make more of your info public and how you can make it private again.

Pulse: Polaroid’s new instant camera looks like … a Fuji?

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

Polaroid has unveiled its first camera since the company announced its intentions to re-enter the instant camera market.

Review: Garmin Nuvi 1690

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

It mightn’t look much different to Garmin’s other models, but the 1690 is the first Australia-bound GPS with internet connectivity, allowing for Google location searches, real-time traffic information and fuel prices.

Apple’s Jobs slams Adobe in letter

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

In a rare open letter published on Thursday, Apple chief executive Steve Jobs has detailed the technological reasons behind his company’s refusal to let Adobe Systems’ Flash Player onto the iPhone: he thinks it’s a relic, not the future.

Pentax launches 12Mp rubber coated Optio M90

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

Pentax introduces the Optio M90, a new lightweight, entry-level, compact digital camera. Key features include a sophisticated metal rubber coated soft-touch exterior, a high-definition CCD sensor of approximately 12.1 megapixels, a large and easily-viewable 2.7″ LCD monitor, as well as an optical wide-angle 5x zoom (28mm to 140mm in 35mm format). The Optio M90, now only announces in Europe, is also available in two colors, black and burgundy red, and will be available by mid June for £119.99…

Pulse: TomTom directions now free on the internet

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

Those still making do without GPS navigation can now get directions from portable nav maker TomTom without actually shelling out any hard-earned cash.

Qantas deploys SMS boarding pass

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

Airline Qantas has launched an SMS-based mobile check-in service for passengers.

Review: Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

Offering good still image quality and even better videos, the DMC-ZR3 is a compelling purchase for those looking for a long zoom in a svelte body.

Reviews Roundup: Compact cameras for advanced photographers

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

CNET Australia rounds up some of the most competent compacts for advanced photographers, and anyone looking for a little more control.

Review: Topfield TRF7160

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

A PVR that performs the essential PVR functions, but without much in the way of grace.

Reviews Roundup: Best Android smartphones

Wednesday, April 28th, 2010

Around 18 months ago Google’s Android operating system was more a promise of something great, rather than something you’d walk out and buy. How times have changed…

Lexar Pro 600x/300x 32GB CF cards now available

Wednesday, April 28th, 2010

Lexar Media announces - with some delay - the availability of the Professional 600x / 300x 32GB CF cards. These Professional 600x/300x memory cards offer increased speed & performance, with a guaranteed minimum sustained write speed capability of 90MB/s and 45MB/s, respectively, when paired with an UDMA 6-enabled device. All Lexar Professional memory cards include a limited lifetime warranty, a free downloadable copy of Image Rescue 4 software, and money-saving promotions from Adobe…

New BenQ E1260 offers High Dynamic Range mode

Wednesday, April 28th, 2010

BenQ introduces the E1260 HDR camera. HDR (High Dynamic Range) image enhancement technology is designed to bring out the finest details in the darkest and brightest parts of an image, allowing you to create stunning photos under even the highest contrast lighting conditions. It is built to be more than just a backlight solution, and is the perfect tool to overcome high contrast lighting condition challenges. The 12 megapixel E1260 with a 4x wide optical zoom lens and a 2.7-inch LCD will be available next month…

Review: Sony VPLHW15

Wednesday, April 28th, 2010

The Sony VPLHW15 may cost you more than a budget 1080p, but the images it presents make it well worth the money.