Archive for March, 2011

GigaPan introduces EPIC Pro robotic DSLR mount

Saturday, March 26th, 2011

GigaPan introduces the EPIC Pro, a robotic camera mount designed for DSLR cameras. With the new, faster GigaPan Stitch software photos are blended seamlessly into one brilliant panorama, then uploaded to GigaPan.com, where users can zoom into the detail, explore and share. The EPIC Pro will be available next month for $895. At te same time Gigapan introduces the new EPIC 100, for larger point-and-shoot cameras and several small DSLRs that will be available for $449 and the EPIC for compact digital cameras for $349…

Travel Tech Q&A: Motorola’s Gary Starr

Friday, March 25th, 2011

Often subjected to the inside of a plane, Gary Starr, managing director of Motorola Solutions Australia, shares his travel experiences with us.

Pit lane tech talk with Rubens Barrichello

Friday, March 25th, 2011

After 19 seasons in Formula One racing, Brazilian driver Rubens Barrichello has seen technology change the sport he loves. From advanced simulators to video games, Barrichello opened up on how he feels about driving in the 21st century to ZDNet Australia.

Ricoh enhances GXR and GR DIGITAL III cameras

Friday, March 25th, 2011

Ricoh will release the 3rd function-enhancing firmware for the GXR: • Addition of the Scene Mode • Added Target Follow Function • Reset/Cancel for AE/AF target • New Magnified playback function • Exposure correction/white balance with zoom button. (GR 28/50 mm lens units) The update for the GR Digital III offers the following: • New Target Follow AF Function and switching option • Setting Change function to ADJ. lever for scene mode • Selection function to white balance manual setting • Electronic level display for self-timer…

Review: Okamiden

Friday, March 25th, 2011

Okamiden doesn’t distinguish itself from its revered predecessor, but great visual design and well-developed characters make it engaging nonetheless.

New Telstra caps to bring back bill charge

Friday, March 25th, 2011

Telstra’s $2.20 administration charge for paying bills face-to-face in a Telstra Shop or Post Office will make a pseudo-comeback with the launch of the telco’s new Freedom plans on 29 March.

Review: Homefront

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

Homefront’s engrossing vision of the future and gratifying competitive multiplayer outweigh its squandered potential and workaday game mechanics.

Feature: Friday App Wrap

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

We cut through the dross to find you the most useful new and updated apps this week.

Review: Nokia BH-905i Bluetooth stereo headset

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

The BH-905i is a decent set of headphones with a handy Bluetooth feature, but at this price we expect more from the audio quality.

Pulse: Dude, where’s my Windows Phone update?

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

Microsoft is keeping its Windows Phone 7 users in the loop, launching a new site to tell you when your phone will receive the NoDo update.

Best eco iPhone apps for Earth Hour

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

Once every year, people around the globe turn off their electricity for an entire hour and consider the effect that their lifestyle has on our planet. Here are some apps that will help you manage your eco-footprint all year round.

Navy opens $10m warship simulator: pics

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

The Royal Australian Navy has today pulled the covers off an advanced virtual-reality training simulator to train junior officers in combat.

Apple iPad 2 buyers face four-week wait

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

Customers who pre-order the Apple iPad 2 from the Apple online store today - the day of its launch - may have to wait up to a month to receive their new tablets.

Optus revises prepaid plans for iPad 2

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

Optus has announced an overhaul to its SIM-only iPad 2 plans, extending expiry periods on many pricing tiers and increasing data allowances.

Google Music being tested internally

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

Google has begun testing Google Music internally, a sign that the much anticipated service is nearly ready to launch.

TripAdvisor email database exposed

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

Travel review hub TripAdvisor has said that part of its email database has been stolen by hackers.

BlackBerry PlayBook to run Android apps

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

So the rumours were true: Research In Motion (RIM) announced today it will allow Android apps on its yet-to-be-released tablet, the PlayBook.

DIY: How to transfer your iPad 1 data to iPad 2

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

Succumbed to temptation and decided to replace your antiquated, not-even-a-year-old iPad with a brand new iPad 2? Here’s how to get going by transferring your current iPad data to your spanky new model.

Use a Kinect to explore the FJ Cruiser

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

Checking out the FJ Cruiser at your Toyota local dealership may tell plenty about the car, but it’s hard to imagine what it would look like in the real world and you certainly won’t be able to check out all of its components.

DIY: How-to enable iOS parental controls

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

From explicit music to accidental in-app purchases, there’s plenty to worry about when your kid takes control of the iPad. Keep your children and your pocketbook safer with these simple instructions.