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After the big success of earlier Flip video camera’s, the Flip Ultra HD 8 Gigabyte is now available in shops online.

Flip Ultra HD is an easy to use pocket sized High Definition camcorder. The Flip Ultra HD 8GB looks similar to the predecessor Flip Mino HD, there are however a number of important differentiates between the two. The new Flip Ultra HD camcorder is somewhat larger and has an LCD display of 2.0 inches instead of 1.5 inches. Flip Ultra HD has dimensions of 4.25 inches hight, 2.19 inches broad and 1.17 inches thick. With the internal memory of 8 GB you can shoot up to 120 minutes of video material.

The Flip camcorder comes with a rechargeable AA battery pack. The batteries recharge when connected to a USB device. Standard AA batteries are also supported. Depending on the quality of your AA batteries, your Flip video Ultra HD will work for approximately 6 hours.

The advantage of camcorders running on AA batteries, is the fact that these batteries are widely available, and it allows you to exchange batteries underway easily without having to recharge your battery pack. You could film for days in a row with only a few small batteries in your pocket.

Furthermore, Flip Video Ultra HD has automatic focus, and easy to use software. Dimensions: 4.25 x 2.19 x 1.17 inches· 8 Gigabyte of internal memory, good for 120 minutes of High Definition video,·2.0 inches LCD display, up to 6.5 hour use with full batteries· Resolution: 1280 x 720· video format: H.264 video compression, AAC audio compression, mp4 traffic-jam format. Distinguishes objects in obscurity, focuses automatically, 2x digital zoom.

Recommended Accessories:
Flip Video HDMI Cable, Flip Video Power Adapter, Flip Video Tripod, FlipShare TV and Flip Video USB Cable.

Minimum system requirements Windows: XP/Vista, 3.0 GHz Intel Pentium 4 processor, respectively 512 MB/1 GB free RAM. Minimum system requirements for Apple MAC: 1.66 GHz Intel Core Duo, 1 GB RAM, DC X Tiger 10.4/Leopard 10.5· Works by means of USB 2.0 cable that pops out of the back of the device, so you will never need to keep up with a separate USB cable. Available in the colors Black and Chrome.

The Blackberry Bold 9700 Phone is a typical Blackberry. This device provides a 2.4 inches clear display and of course a complete qwerty keyboard which is responsive and provides good feedback. The characteristic trackball has been replaced by a so-called trackpad which offers much ease of use at thumbing through the menus.

Browse the internet at ultra fast speed, as the device supports high-speed data connectivity with both 2100 MHz 3G and WiFi. The 9700 bold has a 3.2 megapixel camera which provides excellent autofocus and very good color balance. The internal memory can be extended with microSD cards. Write easily bulletins with the complete qwerty keyboard. Simple navigation thanks to the malignant trackpad. Ultra-fast internet by means of 3G and wifi.

The BlackBerry 9700 Bold phone provides an excellent improvement on the Bold BB. Easy to use, smaller and light weight. This blackberry weighs only 4.3 ounces and measures 4.29 x 2.36 x 0.56 inches. It has a 1500 mAh lithium-ion battery which is rated at up to 19 days of standby time, and 6 hours of talk time.

Software:
BlackBerry operating system. DC Multimedia 3GP, multimedia player, AAC, MP3, video player, music player, WMA, WAV, Xvid, WMV, H.263, H.264, eAAC+, AMR-NB, MPEG-4, MIDI Business Flight-mode, Push e-mail, alarm, Internet Browser, Office applications, agenda, WAP 2.0 browser, PDF reader, RSS-reader, document viewer, currency Converter, stopwatch/Timer, Calculator, image viewer, note block-system, calendar, bell, international time zones, To-Do list, tel. book, Memo recorder Application Java, Voice recognition , games, Sync Over-the-Air, Blackberry Maps, To do list, WAP 2.0, Equalizer, e-mail appendices viewer, Blackberry mediums Sync, guard word guard

Provided in the box: Quick start guide, BlackBerry Bold 9700 handset, wired headset, BlackBerry Bold 9700 rechargeable battery, BlackBerry travel charger, Tools CD-ROM, USB cable, holster.

The PIONEER AVIC-X910BT 5.8-Inch In-Dash GPS Navigation receiver with DVD playback, bluetooth, convenient turn-by-turn voice guidance and built-in maps that put the world at your fingertips. This includes major points of interest, such as restaurants, ATMs, gas stations, entertainment venues and more.

Pioneer has re-named a slightly modified AVIC-F900BT to the AVIC-X910BT, as well as the AVIC-F90BT and AVIC-F700BT. Hardware changes are a new DVD drive, a new Apple chip to support new Apple devices and a minor update to the faceplate. The software changes (which are available, for a fee, from Pioneer for existing F-series customers as a 3.0 update) include:

- An update of the Windows CE operating system that runs underneath the user interface, which is responsible for the increase in responsiveness of the unit over the F-Series running on version 2.0.

- Updated navigation software from iGo 8.0 to iGo 8.3, this gives all the new map features advertised, like heading-up in 2D map mode and traffic signs.

- It now responds properly to steering wheel inputs with a remote adapter by going through pre-sets instead of incrementing the tuner.

One feature listed in the book is the display of incoming Short text messages (SMS). I have yet to have incoming SMS notifications display on this unit. The unit itself promises a lot, and in most ways, it does. Spec-for-spec, there’s no unit (apart from Pioneer’s own Z110BT) that comes close at *any* price. The nearest the competition can come is the Kenwood DNX9140, however, its voice control does not allow true voice commands, which the Kenwood DNX9140 responds very fast to voice control, it requires you to be looking at the screen and giving commands like “Line 4″, “Next Page”, basically just duplicating pressing the screen with your fingers, except you have to talk instead of poking where you’re looking.

The AVIC-X910BT delivers on most all its promises, but the main gripes from the previous series still exist, which are well-covered in reviews of the F900BT, F700BT and F90BT. For the price, this is an impressive unit.

I really like the PIONEER AVIC-X910BT and would not go back to the portable Garmin GPS, although we still have it for use in our other vehicles and when we are hanging around planning a trip. It’s great having the GPS built-in, many times we are out running around and decide to go some place, we can enter whatever we want to find right in the GPS and it tells us where it’s at.

Android is an open source platform for mobile phones, based on Linux operating systems and the Java runtime environment.

Developed by Google and the Open Handset Alliance, Android brings Internet innovation and open source to the latest generation cell phones.

Imagine having instant access to Google at your fingertips. With one-touch Google search feature, the G1 Android smart phone makes it possible. Placed once swipe away from your home screen, this feature gives you access to a world of knowledge. The G1 combines full touchscreen functionality and a QWERTY keyboard. Type what your looking for, and get instant search results. From these results just select your link, and off you go.

The G1 Internet experience includes many Google tools and applications you may have come to rely on with your PC, like Gmail, Google Maps Street View, Google Agenda and Calendar.

• 3G Network and Wi-Fi Internet Access
• Easy access to Google Applications
• One-Touch Google search
• Google search by Voice
• Web browsing capabilities
• Instant Messenger
• QWERTY Keyboard
• 3.2 Megapixel Camera
• Lock and unlocked screen
• Long press shortcuts

You can also purchase optional software via the Android Market to personalize your G1 with a variety of software applications like games, social networking, and on-the-go shopping.

“Staying connected on the fly just got a whole lot more exciting” – VIBE

“One of the best gadgets of 2008″ – TIME.COM

“It’s one of the best-designed phones you can buy.” – PC WORLD

“It’s like a virual world in the palm of your hands.” – GQ

With its groundbreaking technologies like the Multi-Touch screen and 3D graphics, the Apple iPod touch has always been an amazing iPod. Now the time has come for a 2nd generation iPod Touch

The iPod touch 2nd generation is the only iPod with 802.11b/g wireless access to the internet. This built-in wireless capability gives you access to the iTunes Wi-Fi Music Store, where you can choose from millions of songs.

And whenever you’re connected to the internet via Wi-Fi, you can access all your favorite websites to read news, check your email, go shopping, watch youtube video’s, play online games or update your Twitter. The intelligent iPod touch keyboard with its built-in dictionary, predicts and suggests words as you type, making it very easy to write text. The iPod touch features Safari, an advanced browser for portable devices.

Play hours of music on your iPod Touch. Discover new music anywhere with the iTunes Wi-Fi Music Store. Create a Genius Playlist of songs that go great together. Watch a movie. Surf the web. View rich HTML email. Find your location and get directions with Google Maps. Browse YouTube videos. And shop the App Store for games and applications.

With your iPod touch, you get free Wi-Fi access to the iTunes Store and to Now Playing content at starbucks. Stroll into a participating Starbucks, and you’re connected automatically.

iPod touch puts an amazing gaming experience in the palm of your hand and gives you access to hundreds of games. It comes in 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB models with new volume controls and a built-in speaker.

The new Apple iPod touch 32 GB (2nd Generation) has a few improvements over the first generation Apple iPod touch 32 GB. Overall, the improvements make it more attractive to new owners than to existing ones looking to upgrade. Even if games aren’t your thing, there’s an iPod touch application for you. Thousands of applications in almost every category; entertainment, travel, social networking, photography and reference.

“The iPod 2nd generation is simply impressive. The best features are the WiFi connection and the free apps that can be loaded. You can also get any internet radio station and select a wide range of music types. One of the apps connects to public radio (again via wifi). That almost makes up for the lack of having an FM radio embedded in the unit. The picture quality is great!”

Comes with:

• Apple Ipod Touch 2nd Generation #MA627LL/B
• Earphones
• dock adapter
• USB cable
• polishing cloth

3G is the third generation of telecommunication hardware standards and general technology for broadband mobile networking.

With this fast wireless technology, and other new features such as GPS mapping, support for enterprise features like Microsoft Exchange, and thousands of apps available in the the new App Store, iPhone 3G now puts even more features at your fingertips.

And like the original iPhone, it combines three great products in one; a revolutionary smartphone, a widescreen iPod touch, and a breakthrough Internet device.

• 3G for broadband data speeds (Tri band UMTS / HSDPA: UMTS 850 / 1900 / 2100)
• Assisted GPS, preferred to location based on Wi-Fi or cell towers
• 3.5 in liquid crystal display with scratch-resistant glass (320×480 pixel resolution at 163 ppi, HVGA)
• Size: 4.5 inches (h) × 2.4 inches (w) × 0.48 inch (d)
• Weight: 133 g (4.7 oz)

Camera located on back of iPhone.

• 2.0 megapixels
• Photo geotagging
• iPhone and third-party application integration

Supported Audio formats: AAC, Protected AAC, MP3, MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, and 4), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV

Supported Video formats: H.264 video, up to 1.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Low-Complexity version of the H.264 Baseline Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; H.264 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Baseline Profile up to Level 3.0 with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; MPEG-4 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats

35,000 apps for the iPhone… And counting:

• Apps for Managing Money
  Money matters with apps that help you budget, save, and spend smart.
• Apps for Traveling.
  Carry an iPhone and keep a world of information at your fingertips.
• Apps for Fun and Games.
  Get your game on with a tab and a tilt of the phone that has more fun.
• Apps for getting things done.
  Your iPhone can be very productive. Use it to turn to-dos into already-dones.
• Apps for around the house.
  Let iPhone lend a hand around the house, at the store, and with family.

What’s in the box:

• The iPhone 3G
• Dock Connector to USB Cable
• USB Power Adapter
• Stereo Headset with microphone
• iPhone Documentation
• SIM eject tool
• Cleaning/polishing cloth

Apple has created the world’s thinnest laptop, MacBook Air, measuring an unprecedented 0.16-inches at its thinnest point (and 0.76 inches thick overall). Amazingly thin at just 0.16 inches at its thinnest and 0.76 inches at its thickest point, the MacBook Air weighs just 3 pounds. In addition, the MacBook Air embodies Apple’s continuing environmental progress. It consumes the least amount of power of any Mac and is also designed with the following features to reduce environmental impact:

- Highly recyclable, mercury-free aluminum enclosure.
- Mercury-free LCD display with arsenic-free glass
- PVC-free internal cables
- Largely recyclable, low-volume packaging

Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, Custom-built to fit within the compact dimensions of the laptop, the MacBook Air is powered by a 1.8 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with a super-fast 800 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and an enormous 4 MB of Smart Cache, an L2 cache that can be shared between the cores as needed. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system’s performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)

Whether you’re working on a Keynote presentation or watching a movie before you catch a flight, every document, video, and photo on your MacBook Air will look sharp on the glossy 13.3-inch widescreen display. Video is powered by the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100, which provides 144 MB of DDR2 SDRAM shared with main memory. It features Intel Clear Video Technology, which delivers outstanding video playback with sharper image quality, increased clarity, and enhanced visual quality of interlaced content on progressive displays.

More Details:

• 1.8 Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 4 MB shared L2 cache; Intel GMA X3100 video processor with 144 MB shared memory
• Thinnest, lightest MacBook ever includes multi-touch trackpad, built-in iSight webcam, and up to 5-hour battery life.
• One USB 2.0, built-in Wi-Fi (802.11n draft plus 802.11b/g), Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR, Micro-DVI video output with adapters
• Preloaded with Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard operating system and iLife ‘08 suite of applications
• 13.3-inch glossy LED-backlit screen; 80 GB hard disk drive; 2 GB of RAM (maximum capacity)

Have you noticed that your iPod is quickly becoming the most versatile music system in your home? Electronics companies are racing to build iPod-compatible systems, and some are creating systems specifically for the iPod, like Athena’s iVoice iPod dock. Building on their reputation for excellence, this innovative sound dock was designed from the ground up to play loud, sound spectacular, and to last longer than a single.

The volume on the IPod does not have any effect on the speakes. The volume is handled on the speakers themselves. While the volume control on IPod does not come into play, the equalizer settings on IPod work just fine. Play a song and experiment with the different settings. For example, I am listening to Frank Sinatra with equalizer set to Piano. Bottom line, you will enjoy these speakers.

If most of your music listening is to bass-heavy music, you will most likely disagree with me about the Athena Ipod dock sound system. I listen to everything but bass-heavy music, and this system has a beautiful, clear, sweet mid and high range, and it has a nice bass. Not thumping, not jumping off the table, but certainly there, and IMO, balanced with the rest of the sound, not just bass-heavy like the Bose and the Apple.

The Sony Cybershot DSCW55 comes in black, silver, pink, or light blue, it is a stand-out choice for style conscious start-out or step-up camera customers who appreciate real value and advanced technology. 7.2 MegaPixel imaging, 3x optical zoom lens and high sensitivity combine to capture clear, high-detail images, even in low light.

If you are looking for a point and shoot, compact, easy to use camera with very good quality images and attractively priced, consider this one.

Although small, this camera is easy to hold and operate and the buttons are laid out in an easy to use manner. The viewfinder is invaluable in bright light when the LCD display is hard to see, a nice feature in a camera at this price. The menu is easy to use also and seems to be very similar to the Nikon SLR menu.

The DSCW55 is definitely worth the price, a highly recommended digital camera. If you are looking for a budget price camera, want to use AA batteries and don’t mind using a little thicker camera, then go for the Canon A570 IS with anti-shake.

Pros:
• Very short shutter lag, fast turn on/off, good picture quality, easy to use intuitive interface, easy to carry, very high resolution, good bang for the bucks.

Cons:
• Uses memory sticks which are pricier than SD cards, proprietary – and more expensive to replace – cables, rather noisy in very low light conditions.

More features:
• 7.2-Megapixel Super HAD CCD
• Carl Zeiss 3x Optical Zoom Lens Design
• 14x Smart Zoom Feature
• Large 2.5-Inch LCD Screen
• 56MB Internal Memory
• Memory Stick Duo Media Convenience
• Clear RAW Noise Reduction
• Function Guide Text/Icon Display
• Picture Motion Browser Software
• High Sensitivity Mode
• Versatile Color Modes
• MPEG Movie VX Fine Mode
• Convenient Photo Modes
• Burst Mode
• Stamina Battery Power

With up to six times the resolution and superior sound compared to traditional formats, high definition is the perfect way to watch your favorite movies, TV shows, and sports.

Only true HDTV’s are capable of displaying the amazing picture and resolution of an HD signal. Look for a TV capable of displaying a resolution of at least 720p (ideally 1800p) and you’ll have the display. Now all you’ll need is a signal and a way to tie it all together. And special signals require special cables. For the best high-def picture quality, you’ll want to connect your satellite or cable box and high-def movie player to your HDTV via HDMI or component cables.

For people looking to step up to full 1080p resolution in a 46-inch flat-panel LCD, Samsung’s 2007 model LNT4661FF is a good choice. Besides offering full 1080p resolution the LNT4661F also features a 10,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio for rich blacks and subtle texture display, an 8ms response time panel for smooth motion, hidden side speakers, an NTSC tuner, and 3 HDMI ports.

Consider a programmable universal remote to control every component of your home-theater system, a sound system, or a wall mount to bring out the high style in your high-def home.

Better picture begs for better sound. So make sure you’ve got an amplifier and speaker set capable of delivering 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound. A home theater system sounds only as good as its speakers, and good speakers don’t have to cost a fortune.

The Sony DAV-FX900W DVD Dream System is a home-theater system with integrated 5 DVD/CD changer, incorporating the latest audio and video technologies, including wireless rear speakers, a five-disc DVD changer, and XM-ready satellite radio connectivity. A 5.1-speaker system, with an automatic speaker setup program and a microphone to assist with proper speaker placement and optimizing sound quality, along with an HDMI output, means that you can quickly convert your living room into a full-fledged digital and high-definition theater in no time.

High-Def Programming
Just because you have cable or satellite TV doesn’t mean you’re automatically getting high definition. Make sure you’ve signed up with your cable or satellite provider to receive their HD service. This may require a special set-top box. To decode and deliver the lifelike picture and flawless surround sound of high-def movie, you’ll need a special movie player that uses unique blue-laser technology.

Movies in High Def
The high definition replacements for DVD have up to six times the resolution of standard DVDs and offer exclusive interactive features not possible with ordinary DVDs.

The HD-XA2 is our flagship HD DVD player and incorporates our latest technologies. With a chassis reinforced by solid brushed aluminum panels, the HD-XA2 uses advanced digital and analog video processing technology and includes 1080p with Deep Color support specified in HDMI 1.3a.

Video Game Systems
Ready to take a break from the action and simply watch a story unfold? Both the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 (with add-on Xbox HD player) allow you to play high-def discs.

High-Def Computers
Home isn’t the only place to enjoy amazing high-def picture quality and exclusive interactive features. Now you can experience your HD or Blu-ray movies on the road, or wherever you may roam with a capable laptop.