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April 30, 2008

Canon PIXMA iP100 Printer

30%20Apr%20Pixma%20Ip100.jpgCanon, the leading manufacturer of digital cameras has yet again come up with its new product called PIXMA iP100 Printer. Designed to give the users a never before printing experience, this printer from Canon is capable of dealing with more pressure in business related printing.

This portable, rugged and compact printer delivers high-quality prints anywhere and anytime. Avail beautiful borderless color photo prints sitting at the comfort of your car or while relaxing at a beach with the innovative Canon PIXMA iP100 Printer. Using a 5-color ink system, this printer gives you prints with fantastic 96—x 2400-color dpi resolution.

Incorporating features like the IrDA compatibility, this new printer from Canon comes with an optional BU-30 Bluetooth interface that allows you to print wirelessly from a PC, camera phone or PDA. Apart from being a lightweight printer, PIXMA iP100 is easy to install even in a limited space.

Other great features of PIXMA iP100 Printer include Auto-Image Fix, PictBridge and WinMac. With PIXMA iP100 you get to print up to 20 ppm in black and 14 ppm in color. Canon PIXMA iP100 is available in the market at a suggested retail price of $ 249.99.

Via: HP

Fuji Instax mini 7S Instant Photo Camera System

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The Fuji Film Corporation Japan, unfolded the covers from their newest addition to the exquisite Instax mini ‘cheki’ camera series. The new Instax mini7S camera system boasts a captivating design in a compact, lightweight shell. Get beautiful credit card-sized photos in minutes. Its high powered Fujion lens consists of two elements in two groups (f=60mm, F=12.7).

The Fuji Instax mini 7S instant photo system features Inverted Galilean finder with 0.4 magnification, an Electronic shutter with a speed of 1/60-sec, an LED indicator and automatic film feeding out capability. The magnificent camera will be available in white and chocolate shades in late June this year. Keep on reading for further updates.

Via:FujiFilm

Fujifilm FinePix F100fd Digital Camera

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With the introduction of the F100fd, Fujifilm has just added another feather to its already overburdened cap of acclamation. The company has announced the availability of this camera in Japan. Rightly quoted as the ‘ultimate F Series’, the F100fd has paved a new way in photographic technology with its high profile and extravagant features. The 12 mega pixel camera also sports other features such as 5x zoom lens, Portrait Enhancer and Dual Shot mode plus Face Detection Technology 3.0 etc.

A press release on F100fd says, “Following the long line of award-winning F-Series models, Fujifilm UK today announced the most accomplished model in the range yet, the FinePix F100fddigital camera…………………….. F100fd is one of the most sophisticated compact digital cameras Fujifilm has ever produced. It offers the most advanced technologies available…..” It also comments that now with F100fd “missing great shots is not an option.”

The F100fd has a wide range of specifications. Apart from the earlier mentioned ones, the F100fd comes with 12MPSuper CCD VIII and Real Photo Processor III which accounts for the ultra high resolution picture quality and a unique dynamic range. Moreover, it also has High Speed Playback feature which allows high speed images to load during play back and display images in high resolution at 10 frames/ second. The other quotable features include the Dual Image Stabilization, continuous shooting, special scene modes, Micro thumbnail, IrSimple and xD/SD/SD-HC compatible slots etc.

Via: FujiFilm

April 29, 2008

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TallyGenicom 7006 Thermal Printer

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The 7006 Thermal Printer from TallyGenicom has been optimized to serve mid-range and desktop applications. The hybrid printer comes in 2-inch and 4-inch width models. The device offers 4-6 ips speed at 203 dpi resolution and 2-6 ips at 300 dpi resolution. Following the 7008 thermal printer series, the device includes both thermal and direct transfer technologies.

The printer increases flexibility through support for ZPL, EPL, CPL and PCL5 (laser emulation). The 7006 model integrates an all-metal, reliable print mechanism with a Die-cast metal user interface to survive harsh, heavy-duty environments. The printer communicates with external devices through internal Ethernet, Serial/Parallel and USB ports. The TallyGenicom 7006 Thermal printer is available for the initial price of $875 only.

Via: TallyGenicom

Sanyo Xacti VPC-CG9 Digital Movie Camera

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Sanyo unveiled its new digital movie camera ' Xacti VPC-CG9' in the Korean market. The VPC-CG9 boasts a 2.5-inch LCD monitor and a 9.1M CMOS sensor with a high-performance F3.5, 5x optical zoom lens. The camera integrates MPEG-4 AVC (Advanced Video Coding) / H.264 high compression and recording to capture and compresses 60 VGA (640 x 480) frames into each second.

The Xacti VPC-CG9 captures beautiful stills at 2MP while recording VGA movies without interrupting movie shooting. Its shake-control mechanism assists in generation of superior, blur-free stills and its digital image stabilizer produces high quality movies.

The SD memory card compatible camera is currently available in white and pink shades with special silver edition to be available in July. You can get your own, Sanyo Xacti VPC-CG9 Digital Movie Camera for the suggested price of 398,000(KRW).

BenQ C750 Digital Camera

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BenQ has unveiled two new models in its C series Camera lineup. These award-winning 7-megapixel BenQ C750 and 8-megapixel BenQ C850 cameras come packed with advanced features offering you a superb photography experience. Designed with an inspiration from the strong and solid characteristics of ore, the C750 digital camera is capable of bringing in the natural emotions and real-life pictures on a single frame.

Sporting 2.5” LCD display, the C750 digital cameras from BenQ incorporates features like Super Shake Free System, smile Catch Mode and Face Detection. Fitted with 3 x optical zoom, this new camera also features an elegant front to back leather handle. Enjoy recording videos in MJPEG 4 formats with BenQ C750 digital camera.

The C750 is a digital camera that gives you the guarantee of a high ISO support. It has also been awarded for its high functionality and exceptional quality by none other than the Essen Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen, the international authority on product, communication and concept design.

BenQ C750 digital camera is expected to hit the market in some selected countries of Asia Pacific and Europe in April 2008.

Via: BenQ

Samsung GX-20 DLSR Camera

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Samsung presented its new 14.6 Mega-pixel DLSR Camera, the ‘GX-20’ with upgraded functions and features. The intermediate level camera mounts an APS-C size CMOS image sensor collectively developed by Pentax and Samsung. The image sensor delivers high definition and excellent quality shots by improving the amount of light received per unit area. The new DLSR camera is crafted in a dust and waterproof design, ensuring higher mobility with durability.

The GX-20 generates blur-free, crystal clear images utilizing the OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) with shaking image sensor method. The camera’s advanced dual dust reduction system removes any dust found using two high technologies simultaneously, and prevents unnecessary spots or marks on the picture. Other features include high sensitivity up to ISO 3200, HDR (High Dynamic Range) function, X sync to connect flash drives, one-touch RAW & JPEG conversion button, large 6.86cm (2.7 inch) LCD screen.

Via: Samsung

Samsung NV 24HD Premium HD Camera

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The wait is over! Samsung Incorporation finally confirmed the release of its well-appreciated digital camera, the 'Samsung NV 24HD' Premium HD Camera. Way before its launch, the camera gained high popularity at the Consumers Electronic Show 2008, in Las Vegas and CeBIT in Hanover, Germany. Boasting a 10MP 24mm wide-angle 3.6x optical zoom Schneider lens, the camera integrates Samsung Techwin's advanced HD technology to deliver superior, High-Resolution, FULL HD images.

The NV24HD utilizes H.264 video standard to capture 1280x720 high quality motion pictures at 30 frames per second. The Anynet technology facilitates remote operation of the camera through Samsung DTV remote control for added convenience. The camera offers clearer, high quality output using the Dream Engine, a rapid image correction feature from Samsung. Other features include 6.4cm (2.5 inch) AM OLED (Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diode) display, Dual Image Stabilization: Optical image stabilization (OIS) and Samsung's digital image stabilization (DIS), ACB (Auto Contrast Balance), face detection feature and self portrait function, Smile & Blink Detection and Red Eye Fix feature.

Via: Samsung

April 28, 2008

Hp P4515n Color Laser Printer

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The latest offering from Hewlett Packard is a new Hi-speed USB laser jet printer P4515n (CB514A) with the standard memory of up to 128mb.Different from its contemporaries, the Hi-speed USB laser jet printer P4515n can print up to 275000 pages in a month, at the robust printing speed of up to 60ppm. Designed to print on any likes of paper, letterheads, envelopes, transparencies and labels, HP Laserjet P4515n caters to different needs and choices. Now, printing letterheads and labels will just be a button away.

Especially manufactured to give you the best output, this Hi-speed laser jet printer uses 2 standard paper trays and 500 sheet input tray. Moreover, its 80 HP fonts with the additional Greek, Hebrew and Arabic typefaces facilitate multilingual printing. This distinguished mono laser printer is compatible with USB 2.0, HP Jetdirect external print servers, HP wireless print servers and Bluetooth.

Unlike the existing slew of printers, the Hi-speed mono laser printer swears to offer a unique and novel experience to its users. Not only devised to suit Windows Vista and xp professional, this new variant works equally well with xp home, Microsoft Windows 2000 and Mac OS X v10.2, v10.3 or higher.

Featuring 2.29 x 5.33 cm 4-Line LCD display, 3 LED indicator lights and a range of user-friendly buttons, Lasejet P4515n is easy to use and operate. Carefully manufactured to limit the power consumption up to 910 watts (maximum) for printing, this hi-tech printer weighs just about 25.82 Kgs. The HP Laserjet printer is available at the reasonable price of $2,799.05 with one year warranty.

Via: Hp

HP Color LaserJet CP4005dn Printer

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HP, world’s leading printer maker, has come up with their new HP Color LaserJet CP4005dn Printer. Designed to give the users a speedy printing output, this printer comes packed with all the innovative features and functionalities. Avail up to 600 x 600 dpi of print quality with this new printer.

With HP Color LaserJet CP4005dn Printer, you get a fabulous speed of 30 ppm for black color prints of normal and best quality mode. On the other hand, it lets you have 25 ppm printing for color prints of best quality and normal quality mode. The first black page comes out after printing from HP Color LaserJet CP4005dn Printer in less than 10 seconds, while for the colored prints it is less than 12 seconds.

HP Color LaserJet CP4005dn Printer comes fitted with a standard memory of 256 MB and lets you use it at a processor speed of 533 MHz. You can print on preprinted, letterhead, recycled, HP touch, transparencies, labels and high-gloss layer papers using HP Color LaserJet CP4005dn Printer.

HP Color LaserJet CP4005dn Printer is available at a retail price of $ 1,299.00. The box content of HP Color LaserJet CP4005dn Printer comprises of HP Color LaserJet CP4005dn Printer, 100-sheet multipurpose tray, power cable, software drivers, documentation on CD-ROM, 7,500-page black and 7,500-page cyan, magenta and yellow HP color print cartridges, HP ColorSphere Toner, HP Jetdirect Fast Ethernet embedded print server, automatic two-sided printing and 500-sheet input tray.

Via: HP

April 25, 2008

CyberLink YouCam 2 Released

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CyberLink presented the latest version of their popular WebCam Application, the CyberLink YouCam 2. Have fun while adding special effects with animations to your videos. The application is loaded with a hefty bag of new and exciting features to make your online experience unforgettable.

“CyberLink YouCam 2 is about facilitating better, more personal and real-time communication using a webcam,” said Alice H. Chang, CyberLink CEO. “With the new features, YouCam is an effective webcam tool that can be used creatively for both fun and work.”

The Chat, could never have been more humorous. YouCam enables its users to render video effects, webcam emoticons and head-tracking avatars in the Live Chat mode. The Video Recording Mode allows users to record video clips or photo snapshots during the chat. This recorded media can be easily uploaded to YouTube or shared with friends through email.

The new features include, 3D avatars with face recognition and feature tracking technology, multiple recording modes, Photo PowerPoint sharing while instant messaging, increased frames, filters, distortions, and emotion effects. The CyberLink YouCam is available online in following configurations:

* YouCam 2 (single user) USD 34.95 and Euro 29.99 (incl. VAT)
* YouCam 2 (2-license pack) USD 49.95 and Euro 39.99 (incl. VAT)
* YouCam 2 (4-license pack) USD 69.95 and Euro 55.99 (incl. VAT)

Via: Press

Quick Links 25 Apr 08


Panasonic DMC-L10 Firmware update service

The last update for DMC-L10 was launched in Dec 2008. Panasonic has announced the firmware updates for DMC-L10 and DMC-L10K Cameras. Users can download it from their official website.

Update Version Camera Body Ver 1.3

Update File Name/ Size

For Windows: L10V13.exe/1,649,797 bytes (After self-extract, L10__130.bin)For Macintosh: L10V13.zip/1,582,213 bytes (After self-extract, L10__130.bin)

Improvements Description

Ver 1.3 to enable Contrast AF with the following Lenses of OLYMPUS IMAGING, CORP.

- ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6
- ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40-150mm F4-5.6


- ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm F2.8

  • When you use contrast AF, focusing time is longer than phase difference AF, so that you might feel noisier, but it is not a malfunction.
  • Ver 1.1 Improved the performance of AF (Auto Focus) with Panasonic lenses. (Model Number L-ES014050,L-RS014150).
  • Improved the performance of AE (An accuracy improvement of Auto Exposure at night scene).
  • Improved the performance of AWB (Auto White Balance).
  • Shortened the minimum shooting intervals on the single shooting mode.
  • Enabled the Front/Rear dial operations in the fine white balance adjustment and the change of magnifying position on the MF Assist in Live View mode.

Via: Panasonic

KODAK ESP 5 AiO Printer

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Eastman Kodak expanded its prestigious line-up of All-In-Printers with the new ESP 5 All-in-One Printer. The device offers robust features and supreme technology in its compact, inkjet footprint. The easy-to-use system delivers outstanding results with Kodak's premium, low-cost ink enabling consumers to print more in less cost. The All-In-One perform daily copying, printing and scanning tasks.

“Kodak is delivering on its promise to end ink profiteering and to bring people affordable, premium ink with the introduction of the new KODAK ESP 5 All-in-One printer,” said Randy Brody, worldwide marketing director, Inkjet Systems at Kodak. “We are focusing on delivering easy-to-use products that provide superb-quality and save up to 50 percent on everything they print compared to similar consumer inkjet printers*.”

The KODAK ESP 5 AiO Printer boasts a large 3” color LCD display, memory card and USB slots for the convenience to view edit and print with or without a computer. The printer utilizes Kodak's high-quality pigmented inks. These inks are offered in a simple two-cartridge setup – a full black cartridge ($9.99 U.S. MSRP) and a five-ink color cartridge ($14.99 U.S. MSRP). Available for sale throughout the nation, the KODAK ESP 5 comes with a price tag of $169.99 (U.S. MSRP).

Via: Press

HP Laserjet M9050 MFP

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HP premiered its high-powered Laserjet M9050 Multifunction printer in the Japanese market. Integrating Color scanning & sending, black-and-white printing & copying it also offers an optional faxing workflow. The printer gives you freedom to print and copy as fast as 50 pages per minute in a sharp, monochrome tone. Delivering a monthly duty cycle of up to 300000 pages, it requires 9.5 seconds as its warm up time.

The Laserjet M9050 MFP ensures high quality documentation at 600 x 600 dpi resolution. Its Flatbed type scanner performs Scan to e-mail/Desktop/Network folder functions and also allows integration of optional Send to LAN Fax, Send to printer, Send to application workflows. The scanner uses PDF, JPEG, TIFF, MTIFF as its file formats.

Key Specs

  • 533 MHz MIPS 20KC Processor (Unity ASIC)
  • 384 MB Standard memory
  • Memory slots2 DIMM slots, 1 Compact Flash memory slot
  • Standard 80 GB Hard disk
  • Standard 100 sheets Auto document feeder
  • Standard 4 paper trays
  • Standard connectivity

Hi-Speed USB, HP Jetdirect Gigabit Ethernet Embedded Print Server, 1 open EIO slot, Jetlink connection for paper handling device, 1 Foreign Interface Harness (FIH)

Via: HP

Fujifilm FinePix S100FS awarded Best Superzoom Digital Camera at TIPA 2008


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Fujifilm prides in receiving Best Superzoom Digital Camera at TIPA 2008 for its FinePix S100FS.

Let us see why it got awarded.

  • 4 times rich color expression
  • Photography functions: Film Simulation mode, Dynamic Range selection(AUTO / 400% / 200% / 100%), Face Detection (with Red-eye removal), High speed shooting, Best framing, Frame No.memory, Histograms
  • 11.1 million pixels
  • CCD sensor
  • Lens Fujinon 14.3x Optical zoom lens, F2.8 (W) - F5.3 (T)
  • Lens focal length f=7.1mm - 101.5mm, Equivalent to 28 - 400mm on a 35mm camera

We missed out this Camera when it was announced. Therefore, let us take a quick look at its other features.

  • 2/3 - inch Super CCD HR
  • Storage media: Internal memory (approx. 25MB), xD-Picture Card™ (16MB - 2GB), SD memory card, SDHC memory card
  • Video output NTSC / PAL selectable
  • Digital interface USB 2.0 High-speed
  • Power supply NP - 140 Li-ion battery (included) / AC power adapter AC - 84V (sold separately)

Users can store videos in AVI (Motion JPEG) with sound and WAVE format, Monaural sound. For rest of the features visit

Via: Fujifilm

Polaroid i535BB Digital Camera

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Polaroid released the latest basic digital camera i535BB for beginners. It is aimed at making people become friendly with the art of digital photography. Polariod i535BB features a 5-megapixel CMOS sensor, and 3X optical zoom and 2.36-inch display.

It comes with an on board 32MB of internal memory with an SD/HC card slot for memory expansion. It allows video recording at a maximum resolution of 640x480 pixels. The kit includes a carrying case and flexible mini tripod.

The camera is powered by two alkaline AA batteries. As the Camera is for beginners, the ISO settings are comparatively confined, at 50, 100 or 200. In the macro mode users can shoot objects at a range of 2 inch.

Polaroid i535BB Digital Camera will reach Japanese store during in mid April at an expected price of $100.

Via: Polaroid

April 24, 2008

Buzz Links 24 Apr 08

Hasler HJ990 Tabletop Address Printer

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Hasler recently launched the versatile and flexible HJ990 tabletop address printer. The easy to use and durable printer delivers unmatched print quality at high speed, enhanced productivity and saves the cost at the same time.

9 print heads enable you to take 26,000 #10 envelopes per hour. Draft eye catchy error free mailers with augmented efficiency. Spot color capability and large print area lets you take print on any material. Print brochures, postcards, newsletters, catalogs and a lot more with clarity and in less time.

You can connect the printer to address management software and send mail without duplications. Though the price is not yet disclosed, the printer is bound to save you from hassles and save efforts and cost.

Via: Press

Brookstone Photo Frame Speakers

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Bored of your regular, out of fashion Desktop speakers? It’s time that you switch them with stylish Brookstone Photo Frames! Brookstone presents its latest innovation in the form of its Digital Photo Frame Speakers. This eye-catching device delivers superior sound quality from audio and video files. The set of two trendy, compact speakers individually holds one 4” x 6” photograph at the front. The frames can be easily connected to the computer’s USB port using supplied cables. The Windows® Vista/XP compatible device is backed by Brookstone’s one-year limited warranty. The Brookstone Desktop Photo Frame Speakers are available now for a price of $50 only.

Via: Beookstone

Sony Honored At TIPA 2008 Festival

TIPA%202008%20Sony.gifSony Digital Imaging was once again recognized for supremacy at its work. Sony’s entry-level α200 DSLR and stylish V900/V700 digital photo frames were honored by TIPA (Technical Image Press Association). The α200 Digital Camera was awarded this years’ ‘Best Entry-level D-SLR in Europe’ and the chic DPF-V900/V700 DPF received the title of ‘Best Photo Frame in Europe’. TIPA Awards 2008 also blessed Sony with the years’ ‘Best Photo Kiosk in Europe’ for its Sony Compact Picture Station.

TIPA, the European non-profit Association of photos and imaging magazines consist of 27 member magazines from 11 countries. Each year, members of this independent, largest and the most influential photo and imaging press evaluate the “Best Photo and Imaging Products in Europe”. The selected products are checked considering their innovation, use of leading-edge technology, design/ergonomics, ease of use and price/performance as the main criterions.

Via; Sony

BenQ E800 Digital Camera

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BenQ Global unveiled its sensational E800 Digital Camera in the Chinese market. The 8-Mega-Pixel boasts a 2.7 inch High resolution LCD screen to assist you while optimizing the shot. Its powerful CCD image sensor enables 1600 High ISO settings, while the 3x optical zoom combined with 5x of digital zoom delivers graceful, unmatched shots.

BenQ E800 is an affordable, convenient to use entry-level camera with smart features. It's On Device Battery Charging function enables charging through an adapter or an USB connection with PC or NB. Its advanced Face Tracking Function identifies up to 8 faces to provide perfect exposure. Its innovative “Smile Catch” mode captures every smile by automatically shooting in rapid succession. This shooting ends only by pressing the shutter button.

Key Features

  • Audio / Video output ( NTSC/PAL)
  • Flash Auto / Red eye reduction / Forced on Slow sync / Forced off
  • Fluorescent (H) / Fluorescent (L) / MWB
  • Interface Digital output: USB 2.0
  • Maximum Picture Resolution 3264 x 2448 (8M)
  • SD / SDHC card compatible
  • Self-Timer 2 sec./10 sec.
  • Shake-Free mode (For blur-free pictures)
  • Shutter Speed 1/2000 ~ 8 sec
  • Storage Built-in 16MB, usable 10MB Flash memory
  • White Balance Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Tungsten

The BenQ E800 Digital Camera will be made available worldwide for sale in the end of May.

Via: BenQ

BuZZ Links 23 Apr 08


Epson LP-S300 Monochrome Printer

24-Apr%20Epson%20lp-s300.jpgSeiko Epson Corporation presented their newest innovation in the form of LP-S300 printer. The compact print unit fits in a small corner of your office desk saving much space for other office stationery. The monochrome desktop printer generates crispy documents with sharper text at 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution. It increases efficiency with higher print speeds up to 28 pages per minute for normal and 14 pages per minute while duplex printing.

The Epson LP-S300 boasts a powerful 300MHz 64bit RISC CPU to ensure faster operation. In only 17 seconds of time the printer gets all set to start off with daily office printing jobs. The LP-S300 includes 32 MB of internal memory which can be upgraded up to 288 MB. It prints on everything from OHP sheets, Plain Paper, recycled paper to postcards and envelopes.

Other features include a High speed USB 2.0 interface and a 250 sheet paper tray. Epson LP-S300 doesn't feature any network connectivity option however, the special LP-S300N model includes a 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Multi-protocol Ethernet interface.

Via: Epson

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