Archive for the ‘Cameras’ Category
As we’ve told you before, some of the best devices we test also happen to be the most simple and useful–and the Scosche clipSYNC falls squarely into this category. With mobile devices playing such a large part in our daily lives, having a charge/sync cable with you at all times is pretty much a must–and leave it to the folks at Scosche to create an easy, elegant solution. An evolution of their flipSYNC, the clipSYNC takes a compact charge and sync cable and not only makes it pocket-size, but adds the convenience of a carabiner clip for attaching it to nearly anything (in my case, a belt loop). There are 2 versions of the clipSYNC; one for iDevices (that features a USB plug on one side and a 30 pin connector on the other), and another for Android devices, that offer both micro and mini USB connectors. The great thing about the USB version is that works for more than just phones or tablets–it can act as a sync cable for virtually any device that uses micro or mini USB.
In my daily use the clipSYNC has proven to be a reliable and durable travel companion; it’s not only saved me from battery drain on numerous occasions, but also seems to come in handy for everyone else I happen to be with (get used to people trying to snag this thing!). The clipSYNC retails for $19.99 (for either version), and should definitely be on everyone’s holiday list as the perfect stocking stuffer.
One of the most common and frustrating aspects of working here at YourTechReport.com is the all too frequent thought; “Oh man, I wish I’d thought of that.” While we’ve all had those moments from time to time, when you’re constantly exposed to beautifully designed and executed examples of truly innovative ideas that solve the same problems you’ve faced all too often (without success), it’s impossible to not start feeling just bit, well, frustrated.
Recently, I had another of those ‘frustrating moments’ while taking a look at the latest disarmingly simple but incredibly innovative “cool tool” from the people at Breffo… their new “Spiderpodium” – an elegantly designed and imaginative device accessory that actually makes many of your other gadgets (everything from mp3 players to GPS devices to smart-phones) more usable, useful and valuable to you. Join us, as we take a quick look at the Breffo Spiderpodium – an amazingly simple invention that we think you’ll soon find almost impossible to do without. +Continue Reading
Once, success or failure in the consumer electronic business depended almost exclusively on pure performance data. And while it’s true that some might still consider it more fun to talk about chip speeds, screen size, gigabytes and megapixels, the truth is that today’s electronic devices are generally so capable and can be had with so many features, that selecting the right one has become much less about the hard performance data than about determining how well it fills the needs of the individual consumer. It is into this new reality that Motorola has elected to introduce their new Motorola XPRT Mobile Phone for Sprint – leveraging the lessons learned from the already well received Motorola Droid Pro – and resulting in one of the most capable business-oriented smartphones we’ve ever tested. Join us as we take a closer look at this great new mobile business device. +Continue Reading
Once upon a time I took my Canon 7D with me to Austin to see the sights around South by Southwest. Before jumping on the plane, I invested in a screen guard to protect my camera’s LCD from getting scratched up. A couple bucks bought me a little peace of mind.
While walking the convention hall before the Felicia Day keynote, I was hip checked really hard by a large angry fan of The Guild, who threw my slight frame into a guard rail. Unluckily, my 7D’s LCD took almost the entire impact. Luckily, the only thing to get damaged was the guard I had installed days before. It did its duty honorably, giving its life so that my camera should live another day.
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I’m a Sony Software fan.
I’ve been using Sound Forge, Acid, and Vegas since before they were acquired by Sony, and were still Sonic Foundry products.
These products were largely responsible for putting a more pleasing look on top of normally austere, “functional” software, and introducing tools to make editing a little easier.
The release of Vegas Movie Studio HD 11, brings some very pleasnt UI tweaks, but underneath is a suprisingly capable consumer video editor. +Continue Reading
Allow me to happily introduce you to a wonderful new camera. Is it a Canon? Is it a Nikon? Why, no! It’s a good old reliable Panasonic. That’s right–they’re still in the race; and with their latest Lumix, their odds have just gotten a whole lot better. +Continue Reading
(Update) Well, stuff happens; and as luck would have it, this review launched prematurely yesterday–leaving you with an incomplete post, and no credit to its author, Mason Bissada. Well, thanks to the magic of the internet, we can easily fix such things–so enjoy the review as Mason originally intended it!
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Ever since the original PSP was released, many people (including myself) have thought to themselves, “You know what would be awesome? If this had a phone built-in!” And now our dreams have com true….in a way. Now, instead of a Playstation Portable with a built-in phone, we have a great android smartphone with a built in PSP…sort of. I’ll explain what I mean by that in a second. But for now, sit back relax and behold the first Playstation Certified device: Sony Ericsson’s Xperia Play. +Continue Reading
After reading my piece on the Mamba Catch, you may get the idea that we’re pretty big fans of what Booq has been doing with their laptop and gadget bags; to put it simply, if you’re looking for the best combination of quality, design and price, no other bag manufacturer even comes close. But as I mentioned in that earlier article, when it comes to a gear or laptop bag, how one feels about it is incredibly subjective–what works for me, may not necessarily work for you. So after reading your emails asking us to share a bigger bag, we went right back to the fine folks at Booq and asked them if they had something that could accommodate a larger laptop, as well as more gear–and guess what? They had one. And guess what? It’s brilliant. Read on, and find out what makes the Booq Boa Flow the full-size gadget bag you’ll never take a trip without…
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Everyone knows that mobile phone pioneer Motorola not only makes great products, but also has a long history of introducing innovative new devices that have helped shaped the industry itself. As the battles we’ve come to call the “smartphone war” heat up, it should come as no surprise that longtime leaders like Motorola are working hard to introduce ever faster and more capable devices in a bid to secure their legacy at the top of the market. It is into this competitive landscape that Motorola launches their newest contender, the dual-core Motorola Droid X2 for Verizon–one of the most powerful smart-phones available today. Luckily for us, the good folks at Motorola sent us a potent new Droid X2’s for testing… so join us as we take a closer look, and see how the new Motorola Droid X2 stacks up. +Continue Reading
So let’s say you’re on Sprint’s network. Even if you’re not a techie, you probably know that 4G is all the rage right now…and thankfully, Sprint’s got a few choices for you in that department. But what if you like the design and the “Sense” Android skin of the Evo 4G, but also love the slide out keyboard of the Epic 4G–and you want it at a cheaper price? Buddy, have we got a phone for you… +Continue Reading
Sony Ericsson isn’t quite done with their mobile reveals, and today we present you with two new compact Xperia smartphones. The new Xperia Mini will run Android 2.3 featuring a 3-inch multitouch, scratch-resistant display, Sony’s Bravia Engine with Reality Display. Inside is a 1GHz processor, access to the Android Market, a 30% battery-life increase and the distinction of being the world’s smallest smartphone capable for recording 720p HD video–the Mini Pro adds a slide-out keyboard (which we love) and front facing camera. The Xperia Mini line is one of the coolest, if not cutest out there…and we’ll have more as soon as we get our hands on one later in the year. Check after the jump for more info…
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Remember when we first told you about the TRYX during CES? Back in January, the folks at Casio were kind enough to show us an early prototype-not a fully functional prototype, but more than enough to whet our appetites and show us the potential this hybrid camera had. The trouble with most hybrid cameras (cameras that shoot both stills and video) is that they usually perform one task much better than the other, making them more suited to a specific task, while the second task gets the “well yeah…it can do that too if you really need it to” treatment. So when Casio sent us the final production version of the TRYX, the natural question became: “Was this truly a camera that would satisfy as both a still shooter and HD camcorder, or just another Jack of all trades, and master of none?” Read on, and discover why the Casio TRYX may finally be the only camera you need to carry…
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