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The 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) will be celebrating its 40th birthday this year. In 1967, the first CES show debuted with a small gathering of dealers and
manufacturers at the New York Hilton and Americana Hotels. Today, CES is the world's largest consumer technology tradeshow with 2,700 exhibitors
covering 1.6 million square feet of exhibit space in Las Vegas. Last year more than 150,000 attendees from more than 130 countries attended CES to learn
about the latest products and new technologies that are "just around the corner."
As digital cameras have become mainstream with consumers, more and more camera and C.E. manufacturers are using CES as their launchpad for many of their
yearly introductions, though many of the bigger announcements often stay hush until the Photo Marketing Association trade show in early March - the largest
annual photography trade show, which will also be held in Las Vegas this year.
Cameratown will be providing up to the minute news coverage of CES 2007, bringing you a focused selection of new product releases and articles from
the world of photography and imaging. As of this morning Fujifilm and Pentax have already announced new digital camera models and we expect many more
announcements in the coming days. CES 2007 officially opens January 8th and closes down on January 11th, 2007.
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Thursday - January 11, 2007
Sony Introduces New DVD and Mini DV Camcorders
Sony has a camcorder to match your personal video-making style with its new line of DVD and Mini DV tape Handycam® camcorders. Sony is introducing four new DVD camcorders; DCR-DV508, DCR-DVD408,DCR-DVD308, and DCR-DVD108 - and three new Mini DV Camcorders; DCR-HC48, DCR-HC38, and DCR-HC28. All of the new mini DV models deliver a combination of Carl Zeiss optics, Sony's high-resolution CCD imaging technology, and long battery life.
iBloks Offers New Features to Elevate Digital Photos and Videos to the Next Level with 3D
iBloks, Inc. today at CES announced its selection to be one of Microsoft's prestigious Innovation Showcase companies with its unique high-quality 3D platform for people everywhere. iBloks was the first multimedia Windows Vista certified application in the market and also works on Windows XP and Mac computers. iBloks also now integrates with Microsoft Powerpoint to enable businesses to connect to their customers through a revolutionary new multimedia presentation.
Wednesday - January 10, 2007
Lyra Sees Digital Camera Shipments World Wide Exceeding 130M by 2010
According to the latest forecast from Lyra Research, the digital imaging authority (www.lyra.com), worldwide digital camera shipments rose 21 percent in 2006 to approximately 98 million units. This sizable growth spurt occurred despite household penetration of greater than 50 percent in Japan, the United States, and leading nations in Western Europe, and in spite of multi-megapixel camera phones becoming commonplace in Asia and Europe. Lyra's forecast now projects worldwide digital camera shipments to exceed 130 million units in 2010 for a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than 10 percent.
Introduction: Epson Stylus Photo 1400 13"x19" Ultra Hi-Definition Photo Printer
Epson further enhances its line-up of Ultra Hi-Definition ink jet printers with the introduction of the 13-inch wide Epson Stylus Photo 1400. Sharing the same technology as the Epson Stylus Photo R260 and R380, including Claria(TM) ink and DX5 MicroPiezo® print heads, the Epson Stylus Photo 1400 is engineered to produce awe-inspiring photographic prints up to 13"x 19" that enable photo enthusiasts to realize the full potential of today's newer DSLRs and high-end digital point-and-shoot cameras. With an estimated street price of $399.99, the new photo printer is also designed to deliver the ultimate combination of image quality, high-speed performance and value in the 13"x 19" category.
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Introduction: Epson Stylus CX7000F All-in-One with Fax for less than $150
All-in-one products for home and small office users are continuing to evolve and deliver more innovative features at an exceptional value. Epson is leading this charge through its line of More-In-One products that provide customers with more of what they want - superior print quality on plain and photo paper with DURABrite® Ultra inks, as well as full-featured scanning, copying and fax functionalities. The Epson Stylus CX7000F is the latest addition to Epson's More-in-One line.
Polaroid Launches Wi-Fi-enabled Portable Media Players
Adding to its growing family of connected consumer electronics devices, Polaroid is launching a pair of next-generation, Wi-Fi-enabled portable media players (PMPs) at the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. The new PMPs support wireless downloads and expanded music file and video exchange between various Polaroid home entertainment components, a key feature for the latest PMPs.
Polaroid Launches Photo Backup Device at CES
Polaroid, a leader in fun, family-centric consumer electronics, announced today it will launch its new media backup device at the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. The device enables consumers to back up photos from their personal computer by simply plugging the device into the computer's USB port. It instantly searches the computer for all digital images and copies them over to the device without having to install or configure any software or even clicking a mouse, an industry first. The device will be on display in the Polaroid booth (Las Vegas Convention Center, Central Hall, booth no. 13614) at CES from January 8-11, 2007.
Datacolor Debuts ColorFacts Professional 7.0 at CES 2007
Datacolor, a world leader in color technology, today introduces ColorFacts Professional(TM) 7.0, the latest addition to its award-winning line of color calibration solutions. Available immediately, ColorFacts Professional 7.0 will ship with Datacolor's Spyder Platinum Colorimeter. Together, they provide an easy-to-use professional color calibration system for optimizing all front projectors, RPTVs, Direct View TVs, Digital DLPs, LCDs and Plasma video displays to industry standards.
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Qnext 3.0 Turns PCs into Powerful Digital Hubs - Allows Users to Broadcast Photos, Music and Files of Any Size to Anyone
In this era of 10 megapixel consumer cameras and 50,000 song MP3 collections, Qnext Corp. today announced the release of an all-in-one broadcast and communications software product that sets a new standard in efficient Peer-to-Web capabilities. Qnext 3.0 introduces two new features that will revolutionize the way PC users communicate and share online. A Universal Contact List is the first of its kind to consolidate all online contacts across popular Instant Messenger and email networks into a single list. A second feature allows users to share unlimited amounts of music, photos, and files with anyone on that list via a simple web link; content is instantly streamed directly from the sender's PC to the recipient's web browser.
Tuesday - January 09, 2007
SeeFile Introduces Universal 3.0 Version of Breakthrough Creative Collaboration Tool
At the annual Macworld event in San Francisco, SeeFile Software LLC is introducing the third generation of its web-based creative collaboration tool, which allows instant web sharing and messaging around large media files. This new, Universal software which runs natively on either Intel-based or PowerPC-based Macs, turns any Macintosh computer into an interactive webserver for those media files, with support for remote access from anywhere on the Internet via standard browsers like Safari, Firefox and Internet Explorer.
RCA Announces EZ201 Small Wonder Digital Camcorder for $129.95
At the annual Consumer Electronics Show, Thomson today announced plans to introduce the RCA Small Wonder EZ201, a new, affordable digital camcorder that will feature an expandable SD memory slot and a convenient rotating display that lets the videographer be part of the fun. The RCA EZ201 is perfect for spontaneously recording every day experiences and can easily hold hours of recordings by utilizing both the on-board memory and additional SD removable memory. The unit runs on two standard "AA" batteries that last up to two hours of continuous use, making the EZ201 Small Wonder an ideal option for vacations and travel.
Apple Reinvents the Phone with iPhone
Apple® today introduced iPhone, combining three products -- a revolutionary mobile phone, a widescreen iPod® with touch controls, and a breakthrough Internet communications device with desktop-class email, web browsing, searching and maps?into one small and lightweight handheld device. iPhone introduces an entirely new user interface based on a large multi-touch display and pioneering new software, letting users control iPhone with just their fingers. iPhone also ushers in an era of software power and sophistication never before seen in a mobile device, which completely redefines what users can do on their mobile phones.
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Maxell Extends Popular DVD Camcorder Media Line With Added Capacity Discs
Maxell Corporation of America has introduced four new DVD Camcorder media products that offer consumers added capacity, extending its industry-leading camcorder media line. Each of the new media is available in Maxell's consumer-friendly packaging that is easy to read and understand.
Sanyo Introduces the Xacti HD2; World's Smallest & Lightest HDV Video Camera with 7.1-MP Still Images
Packed with performance upgrades including a new 7.38-megapixel CCD image sensor that dramatically improves low-light sensitivity, the new SANYO Xacti HD2 is the world's smallest and lightest high-definition digital video camera and the highly anticipated next-generation follow-up to 2006's innovative and multi award-winning HD1 and HD1a series. The SANYO Xacti HD2 combines the functionality of a 720p high-definition digital camcorder and 7.1-megapixel digital still camera into one ergonomic, pocket-sized device. For optimized performance, a new HDMI digital interface, built into the HD2's multifunction docking station, provides an all-digital output to HDTVs and high-definition video recorders.
Lexar Introduces Platinum II and Standard Line Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Flash Memory Cards
Lexar announced today that new Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) flash memory cards will be available as part of the company's Platinum II and Standard lines of products. Lexar SDHC cards satisfy market demand for reliable SDHC cards that are ideal for storing and sharing digital images, video, and music and are offered at varying price and performance levels. SDHC cards from both Lexar product lines will be available next month in 4GB capacity, and later this year in 8GB capacity.
MyPhoto(R) 5 Delivers Collaborative Photo Publishing
Prosidio(TM) today introduced a new version of MyPhoto(R). MyPhoto 5 makes it easy to create Phlog(R) albums - interactive photo web sites - with dozens of pictures in a matter of minutes. The new version adds features that further expand its use as a cornerstone of online photo communities, and will be available for $49.95 U.S. through Prosidio's online store.
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Nikon D40 Digital SLR is Nikon's First Camera to be Certified for Use with Windows Vista
Nikon today announced its new D40 digital SLR camera will be Nikon's first camera certified to deliver the highest quality images and photo sharing capabilities with the new Windows Vista. Using the Nikon D40 along with Windows Vista will make it easier and more fun to capture, organize and share beautiful pictures with family and friends.
New NTI PhotoMaker Gives OEMs Competitive Edge
NewTech Infosystems, Inc. announced today NTI PhotoMaker™, a robust digital photo management application that enables desktop and notebook OEMs, digital camera manufacturers, and system integrators to clearly differentiate their products and add value. Designed to appeal to consumers at every level of experience, NTI PhotoMaker includes all of the tools users need to make creating and sharing digital photo projects easy and fun.
YouSendIt Announces Apple Aperture Plug-In; Send Large Photo FIles Easily and Securely
YouSendIt, Inc., the leader in web-based file delivery for business, today announced its Export Plug-In for Apple(R) Aperture(TM), the all-in-one post production tool for photographers developed by Apple Computer. The YouSendIt Export Plug-In for Aperture is the first to allow photographers to send photos directly from within the application. The delivery of these photos can now be seamlessly integrated into the photographers end-to-end workflow of importing photos through the selection and enhancement process to image delivery via the Web.
Monday - January 08, 2007
SanDisk Introduces Memory Stick Micro Product Line for Mobile Phones
SanDisk today introduced the Memory Stick Micro (M2) product line -- an ultra-thin, removable storage card for use with Sony Ericsson's latest generation of slim line, multimedia mobile phones like the Cyber-shot and the Walkmanreg; series phones. The SanDisk M2 cards are available in 2-gigabyte (GB ) -- the market's highest capacity M2, followed by the 1GB and 512-megabyte (MB ). The announcement was made today at the Consumer Electronics Show, where SanDisk is demonstrating products in South Hall 4, booth #36203 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
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SanDisk Introduces its First Pocketable Video / Photo Player: Sansa
SanDisk today introduced its first widescreen portable media player dubbed the "Sansa® View." The flash-based Sansa View is a sleek, yet simple video player that supports a wide array of content formats and comes equipped with a flash memory expansion slot. The announcement was made at CES, where SanDisk is exhibiting in South Hall 4, booth 36206, in the Las Vegas Convention Center through January 11.
Samsung Announces 6-Megapixel S630 and 7-Megapixel S730 Digital Cameras
Samsung Camera is pleased to announce the release of the 6 mega-pixel S630 and the 7 mega-pixel S730. These two user friendly point-and-shoot digital cameras represent the next generation models of Samsung's most popular point-and-shoot digital still camera products. Both powerful, compact cameras combine Samsung's advanced image processing technology and quality optics with a straightforward, uncluttered user interface and stylish ergonomic design.
SanDisk Unveils USBTV - First Digital "Flash DVD Player" for Porting Personal Video and Movies from Home PC to Home TV
SanDisk® today introduced USBTV, a new, industry-wide initiative that is expected to enable consumers to easily move digital content from their PCs to their televisions for viewing in full, big-screen comfort. The announcement was made during a press conference at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), where the platform technology was demonstrated and several industry leaders announced their support for USBTV.
Casio Introduces the EXILIM Hi-Zoom EX-V7; World's Slimmest Digital Camera with a 7X Optical Zoom Lens
Casio announced today the release of the 7.2-megapixel EXILIM Hi-ZOOM EX-V7, the most powerful zoom in the stylish EXILIM® series of compact digital cameras. This new model is the world's slimmest digital camera with a 7X optical zoom lens. Thinness is a defining quality in the EXILIM line, and the EX-V7 is no different as it easily fits in a shirt pocket or small purse. The EX-V7 will be on display at Casio's Booth #9808.
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Olympus EVOLT E-330 Digital SLR Wins a PC World 20 Most Innovative Products Award
Olympus is honored by PC World with a "20 Most Innovative Products Award" for the Olympus EVOLT E-330 digital SLR (single lens reflex) camera. The EVOLT E-330 is the world's first interchangeable lens digital SLR to feature a true "Live View" image on the LCD screen, in addition to the optical viewfinder. PC World will present the award to Olympus today at the ShowStoppers Media Reception at the Wynn Hotel in Las Vegas during 2007 International CES.
Energizer Showcases World's Longest Lasting AA and AAA Batteries
As the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) opens this week, Energizer is unveiling several new products, including the Energizer e(2) Lithium batteries: the world's longest lasting AA and AAA batteries in high-tech devices. In digital cameras, Energizer e(2) Lithium batteries take up to 630 pictures vs. up to 90 with leading ordinary alkaline.
SkinIt, Inc. Announces Availability of Vinyl Skins for KODAK EASYSHARE Digital Cameras
SkinIt Inc., the leading provider of on-demand and custom physical personalization of mobile electronic devices, announces today the availability of vinyl skins for KODAK EASYSHARE digital cameras. Kodak customers can now personalize their digital cameras with vinyl skins reflecting popular brands and designs.
Pretec Introduces the i-Disk Micro; World's Smallest USB Micro SD Card Reader
Pretec has released i-Disk Micro Reader the smallest USB Micro SD card reader in the world. Capable of reading Micro SD capacities from 32MB to 2GB and fully compliant with USB 2.0 specification, users of PRETEC i-Disk Micro can easily can share, copy or synchronize your favorite MP3's and other data, even ring tones on a PC or notebook through any standard USB port.
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CEIVA Shows New Digital Frames with Built-in Card Readers and Expanded Connectivity at CES 2007
CEIVA today announced that it is showcasing its next generation product lineup with enhanced features and new photo sharing options at CES 2007 (Booth #35625).
Product introductions include the new CEIVA 7-inch Digital Photo Frame(TM) and CEIVA 8-inch Digital Photo Frame(TM), which feature a patented photo sharing technology, modern styling, a new built-in card reader and a wide variety of connectivity options. CEIVA is the only digital frame that can display photos instantly from a card reader and update photos automatically over a traditional phone line, wireless or broadband network from anywhere in the world.
Panasonic Adds Optical Image Stabilization To Entry-Level Camcorders
Panasonic today announced three new value-priced digital camcorders using MiniDV tape and SD Memory Card1 storage media and boasting such advanced features as Panasonic's Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.) system, newly developed lenses2 for extended-width 16:9 shooting, 3.1 megapixel still-picture recording3, shutter speeds up to 1/8000th of a second, one-touch navigation and joystick control, and 2.7-inch wide LCD.
Panasonic Adds Optical Image Stabilization, 16:9 WideScreen, and Dual Layer Recording to DVD Camcorders
Panasonic today unveiled an upgraded line of DVD camcorders featuring advances in image-stabilization technology, increased optical zoom range and enhanced usability. The new models include the VDR-D210 ($449.95) with 2.7" Wide LCD, 32x optical zoom - the VDR-D230 ($499.95) which adds an SD card slot and EfficiBright™ LED illumination system -- and the VDR-D310 ($699.95) which features a 3CCD imaging system, multi-coated Leica Dicomer ED lens, and 3.1-megapixel still-picture recording.
Panasonic Introduces SD Card/Hard Disc Drive Hybrid Camcorders With 25-Hour Recording Capacity
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company today announced two camcorders that have the ability to record video to SD Cards or to a built in 30GB Hard Disk Drive, combined with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), 32X Optical zoom, a floating anti-shock damper system, extended recording times up to 25 hours1, Power LCD Plus technology to increase viewfinder brightness and contrast in sunlight or bright locations, and bundled software that enables one-touch DVD creation on a PC.
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Samsung Introduces the Powerful, Pocket-Sized L73 Digital Camera
Samsung Camera today announced the release of the Samsung L73, a sleek and pocket-sized digital point-and-shoot camera with a 7 mega?pixel image sensor and a precision 3x optical zoom lens. The L73 is the ideal camera for photographers who want a compact digital camera they can take anywhere without compromising on features, image quality or ease of use. Housed in a lustrous black or silver finish, the L73 boasts many of the features typically reserved for cameras that cost twice as much.
Sony Announces 8-Gigabyte MemoryStick Pro Duo
Here at the annual Consumer Electronics Show, Sony presented the newest member of its Memory Stick® media family -- the 8GB Memory Stick PRO Duo. Weighing in at just two grams, 0.79-inches wide, 1.22-inches long, and sporting the ten-pin Serial Memory Stick® interface, this new flash memory card can be packed with music, movies and photos.
Sony Develops Four New PictureStation Systems
Sony today introduced four PictureStation™ models with faster, quality output for improved productivity, more print sizes and digital scrapbooking software. The PS500DLX3/BL kiosk system is equipped with three printers: two high-speed UP-DR150 roll printers, the UPD75 printer and a scanner for print-to-print pictures. The new PS500DLX4/BL system offers the same plus a fourth printer, Sony's new UP-CX1 4- by 8-inch photocard model. Both of these systems print wallet-sized, 3.5- by 5-inch , 4- by 6-inch, 5- by 7-inch and 8- by 10-inch digital photos. The other two new systems include the PS500CTR/150 countertop model with a UP-DR150 printer, and the PS500CTR/X1 model with a UP-CX1 printer.
Sony's New Hard Disk Drive Camcorders Simplify Video Sharing
The escalation of sharing user-created content on the Internet has generated demand for camcorders that offer simplified recording and virtually effortless video sharing. Sony is responding to this demandwith five new HDD models for its 2007 Handycam® camcorder lineup; DCR-SR300 (40GB), DCR-SR200 (40GB), DCR-SR82 (60GB), DCR-SR42 (30GB).
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Sony Unveils Four High-Definition Camcorders
The new HDR-UX7 and HDR-UX5 AVCHD DVD models and HDR-HC7 and HDR-HC5 HDV tape camcorders feature Sony's ClearVid™ CMOS sensor technology. Developed for the processing needs of data-rich, high-definition video, this technology, along with Sony's Enhanced Imaging Processor® circuitry, bring the advantages of high resolution, high sensitivity with low noise, and virtually smear-free pictures.
JVC Develops First Consumer Full HD Recording 3-CCD Camcorder System Featuring 16:9 Progressive Scan CCDs
JVC has developed the first consumer full High-Definition 3-CCD camcorder capable of shooting and recording full HD images (1920 x 1080i). The technology will be offered in the new HD Everio GZ-HD7 to be available in April 2007, marking the technology's first use in a consumer camcorder. The camcorder also features a Fujinon lens used in broadcast video cameras, now being used in a consumer camcorder for the first time. The 3-CCD system offers superior color reproduction.
Sunday - January 07, 2007
Kodak Brings Digital Photography to Life at the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show
At the 40th anniversary of the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Eastman Kodak Company announced new products and services that bring the digital photography experience to a new level of personal expression. New releases include: Kodak EasyShare Digital Cameras, EasyShare Software Version 6.2, EasyShare Photo Printer PP350 with integrated bluetooth, and Kodak Picture Kiosks.
JVC Announces Full HD Home Theater Front Projector
JVC has announced a new home theater front projector that offers unprecedented performance and brings its exclusive D-ILA technology to a new, broader audience. The new DLA-HD1 is a full HD front projector with a native contrast ratio of 15,000:1 ? the industry's highest native contrast ratio and a level that ensures outstanding black reproduction without sacrificing picture brightness since there is no iris mechanism. The high native contrast ratio is achieved through the combined use of a new 0.7-inch full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) D-ILA device and a new optical engine. Like all D-ILA-based JVC front projectors and rear projection televisions, the DLA-HD1 uses three D-ILA devices - one each for red, green and blue color reproduction. The JVC DLA-HD1 will be available in February at an approximate retail price of $6,299.95.
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NTI Launches New and Enhanced Multimedia and Data Storage Software Solutions at CES 2007
NewTech Infosystems, Inc. (NTI), a leading developer of powerful, feature-rich, and easy-to-use software for CD, DVD, and Optical recording, announced today that CES attendees can see the company's latest multimedia and data storage software solutions at the Renaissance Hotel, Suite #1510 this week. NTI's multimedia products include; NTI Shadow, NTI Drive Backup, NTI Ripper Suite™, and NTI Ninja™,
Audiovox Enters Digital Picture Frame Market
Audiovox Corporation has entered a new digital market with the introduction of three LCD screen photo frames that bring another dimension to viewing your favorite photos. It's as easy as watching a slide show without the set-up headaches, and it makes having only one or two pictures on your desk or workspace a thing of the past.
Samsung Introduces S850 Digital Camera with 8.0-Megapixel ResolutionS
Samsung Camera is pleased to introduce the Samsung S850 compact point-and-shoot digital camera. With an 8.0 mega-pixel image sensor, a host of advanced capabilities and a 5x optical zoom lens, the S850 is the ideal camera for photographers seeking a compact, full-featured digital camera at a highly accessible MSRP of $249.99.
Samsung Launches L700 Full-Featured, Stylish Point & Shoot Digital Camera
Samsung Camera today announced the launch of the L700. An ideal digital camera for shooters in search of several advanced features in a compact, stylish, metal body, the L700 offers 7 mega-pixel image resolution, a 3x optical zoom, a bright 2.5" LCD display and a robust suite of advanced video and editing features. With shutter speeds that reach up to an effective 1/2000 sec, users will be able to take advantage of the L700's high resolution in any situation, ranging from dusk-landscapes to fast action sports photography. The Samsung L700 has an MSRP of $249.99 and will be available in the spring of 2007.
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JVC Introduces Sophisti Line of Network Media Systems for the Home
JVC today announced a high-performance Network Media System designed to serve as the nerve center of the home entertainment set up, allowing consumers to retrieve music files, movies, digital images and other digital files stored on their computer. JVC?s Sophisti line includes two models, the DD-8 and the DD-3. Both systems use the same JVC Network Media Player, which, in addition to playback of digital files stored on a computer, offers USB Host, allowing a wide range of digital devices to be connected directly to the system, including flash audio players, USB drives, digital cameras and card readers
Samsung Introduces S1050 Digital Camera with 10-Megapixel Resolution
Samsung Camera is pleased to announce the release of the S1050, a point-and-shoot digital camera with a premium quality 10.1 mega-pixel image sensor. Coupled with a super-sharp 5x optical zoom lens, the S1050 combines the hardware that demanding photographers require of a camera with the intuitive ease-of-use that is Samsung's hallmark.
JVC Releases New Everio G Hard Drive Camcorders Including 5-Megapixel Model
JVC today announced a new line of Everio G Series camcorders, featuring four new models that offer improved picture quality, enhanced convenience features and record to either a built-in 30GB hard drive or removable SD card. Innovations include a new imaging engine, one-touch DVD burning, one-touch back-up to a PC, in-camera editing features, an Everio dock and support for SDHC, the new high-capacity SD card. In addition, the new flagship GZ-MG555 will produce razor-sharp still images thanks to a 5.37-megapixel CCD, the largest offered in a hard drive/SD camcorder.
Parrot's New Bluetooth(R) PHOTO VIEWER 7''(TM) Displays 500 Shots in Vibrant Color, Freeze-Frame or Slide Show Mode
Parrot has introduced a new, larger format Bluetooth(R)-enabled digital photo frame that holds more than 500 images and has a
seven-inch active-matrix TFT screen for exceptionally bright, crisp photo images. The new Parrot PHOTO VIEWER 7"(TM) joins Parrot's 3.5-inch model introduced earlier this year that holds 120 photos.
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Kodak Wins Three CES Innovations Awards and Receives Prestigious Honors from Popular Science and PC Magazine
Eastman Kodak Company's innovation was highlighted at the International Consumer Electronics Show Press Preview on November 8th, where the company's products and services won three prestigious Innovations 2007 Design and Engineering Awards. The KODAK EASYSHARE V610 Dual Lens Digital Camera was named "Best of Innovations 2007" award winner in the Digital Imaging category, while the KODAK EASYSHARE V570 Dual Lens Digital Camera and the KODAK Digital Picture System 900 (DPS 900) garnered Innovations 2006 Design and Engineering honors in the Digital Imaging (V570) and in the Eco-Design (DPS 900) categories respectively.
Kodak Announces 10-Megapixel EasyShare V1003 and 8-Megapixel EasyShare V803 Digital Cameras
At the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Kodak introduced two new additions to its award-winning line of KODAK EASYSHARE Consumer Digital Cameras. The KODAK EASYSHARE V1003 Zoom Digital Camera - with 10-megapixel resolution and the KODAK EASYSHARE V803 Zoom Digital Camera - with 8-megapixel resolution, have 3X KODAK RETINAR Aspheric All Glass Optical Zoom Lenses, and come in multiple signature color choices with fun accessories to match your personal style. Both models will feature a large 2.5" color LCD screen, ISO modes up to ISO 1600, 22 scene modes, digital image stabilization, and VGA video recording. The EasyShare V1003 will retail for $249.95 (MSRP), the Easyshare V803 will have an MSRP of $199.95. Both will ship in February 2007.
Kodak EasyShare Digital Picture Frames Enhance Your Life and Beautify Your Home
At the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Kodak announced four new KODAK EASYSHARE Digital Picture Frames that play vibrant slideshows of your favorite pictures and videos set to music. Available in 10-inch and 8-inch Wi-Fi and 8-inch and 7-inch standard versions, these frames boast true plug-and-play ease of use and a full menu of versatile features with an intuitive, multifunction remote control. Optional interchangeable faceplates let you match your décor and show off your style.
Saturday - January 06, 2007
Kodak Releases EasyShare C653 Zoom Digital Camera
Ahead of CES 2007 Kodak has quietly introduced the Kodak EasyShare C653 Zoom Digital Camera, an inexpensive 6.1-megapixel model with a retail price of just $129.95. The Kodak C653 Zoom also features a 3x optical zoom lens, 2.4" indoor/outdoor color display, and a digital IS Digital IS using anti-blur mode, KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology, 20 programmed scene and 3 color modes, and a Panorama stitch mode.
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Friday - January 05, 2007
Toshiba Adds New High Performance SDHC Cards and High Capacity microSD Card to Extensive Memory Card Line-Up
Toshiba today announced the latest enhancements to its extensive line-up of SD Memory Cards: a 4-gigabyte(1) (GB) Class 6 SDHC Card; a 4GB Class 4 miniSDHC Card; and a 2GB microSD Memory Card. The new SDHC and miniSDHC Cards will be available worldwide from March 2007, and the microSD will be launched worldwide in April. The expanded card series will be featured at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2007, in Las Vegas, Nevada from January 8 to 11, in booth #12832.
Zoran Demonstrates New HDTV, DVD, Digital Camera, Multimedia Mobile Phone, Printer and Connected Technologies
Zoran Corporation announced it is demonstrating its newest digital entertainment and digital imaging platforms and technologies for consumer electronics manufacturers building new products for the Digital Home and the Connected Consumer. New products include SupraHD(R) high definition television designs, DVD Recorder reference designs for Digital Video Broadcast Set-top Boxes, Vaddis(R) DVD multimedia processor enabled products from major manufacturers, Zoran's latest family of APPROACH(TM) multimedia processors, New digital camera designs and new models from Nikon, Olympus, Pentax, Samsung, Sony and others using the COACH digital camera processor, and New Quatro(R)-based All-in-one printers and photo printer reference designs plus new models from Epson, Konica-Minolta, Samsung and others.
Hitachi Introduces World's First 1 Terabyte Hard Drive; Deskstar 7K1000
Consumers' ability to store video, photos, music and other valued data will reach new heights as Hitachi Global Storage Technologies today announced the industry's first terabyte (TB) hard drive. Delivering superior performance and reliability, as well as capacity, Hitachi's 1TB hard drive meets the needs of consumers who want to create, share and store their digital information, and lots of it. Hitachi's Deskstar® 7K1000 will begin shipping to retail customers in the first quarter of 2007 at a suggested retail price of $399 (USD), or 40 cents per gigabyte (GB). This new consumer-friendly price makes ultra-high storage capacity more affordable and accessible than ever before.
Canon Introduces Three New DC Series Camcorders with 35x Optical Zoom; DC210, DC220, and the DC230
Canon today has annoucned three new DC-series camcorders, each offering a powerful 35x optical zoom lens. The DC210, DC220, and DC230 are all easy-to-use, DVD camcorders with 16:9 Widescreen HR format (without formatting or cropping) recording, DIGIC DV II signal processor, and Canon's Image Stabilization technology for shake-free video.
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Canon Introduces Three New ZR Camcorders with 35x Optical Zoom; ZR850, ZR830, and the ZR800
Canon recognizes that whether they are shooting a 50th anniversary party, baby's first steps, or a trip around the world, camcorder users are looking to capture the movement and visual images, resulting in memories that are inherent in every important life stage. To help anyone become an instant expert, Canon has introduced three new models in its entry-level ZR series camcorders: the ZR850, ZR830, and ZR800 Mini-DV Camcorders.
Canon Introduces the New Five-Megapixel DC50 DVD Camcorder with Optical Image Stabilzation
Canon today has introduced a new DVD Camcorder with Five-Megapixel still photo capability. The DC50 DVD Camcorder incorporates a robust 5.39 Megapixel CCD Image Sensor with an RGB Primary Color Filter that provides vibrantly colored video and brilliant five megapixel photos. Other features include a Canon 10x optical / 200x digital zoom lens, Super Range Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), Aperture Priority (AV) Shutter Priority (TV), Special Scene Modes such as Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight and Fireworks, and true 16:9 format recording.
SanDisk Launches 32-Gigabyte Solid State Drive
SanDisk® today introduced a 32-gigabyte (GB), 1.8-inch solid state drive as a drop-in replacement for the standard mechanical hard disk drive. Initially aimed at enterprise users as the first step toward mass consumer adoption, SanDisk SSD offers field-proven durability to keep mobile PCs working in the toughest of conditions and improves the overall user experience.
Daily Coverage of the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show
Our coverage of the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show has begun. Visit our special CES 2007 coverage page for all the latest photography-related news and product releases. The 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) will be celebrating its 40th birthday this year. With over 2,700 exhibitors this year, CES 2007 is bigger than ever. Stay with us for all the latest news and announcements.
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seefile Introduces Universal 3.0 Version of Creative Collaboration Tool
At the annual Macworld event in San Francisco, SeeFile Software LLC is introducing the third generation of its web-based creative collaboration tool, which allows instant web sharing and messaging around large media files. This new, Universal software which runs natively on either Intel-based or PowerPC-based Macs, turns any Macintosh computer into an interactive webserver for those media files, with support for remote access from anywhere on the Internet via standard browsers like Safari, Firefox and Internet Explorer.
Thursday - January 04, 2007
Pandigital Launches 10.4-Inch Digital Photo Frame
Pandigital today debuts a stunning 10.4-inch Digital Photo Frame with 256MB internal memory. The new Pandigital 10.4-inch Digital Photo Frame (model number PAN10-2) is the largest in the company's line. Customers can copy photos directly into the frame's internal memory the way that is most convenient for them. It features an integrated 6-in-1 media reader (SD, XD, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro/Memory Stick Duo, Compact Flash, MMC) so customers can insert flash media into the frame, then quickly and easily copy photos onto the 256MB of internal memory before returning the flash media to their digital cameras. In addition to photos, the Pandigital 10.4-inch Digital Photo Frame can play back MPEG 1, MPEG 4 & AVI video clips. Also, MP3 audio files can be stored on the internal memory and then enjoyed via the built-in speakers or headphone jack. The PAN10-2 will be available mid-February at an MSRP of $249.99.
LaCie Unveils Biometric Access Hard Drive to Protect Intellectual Property
LaCie today unveiled a new biometric storage solution with triple interface and triple security levels. The LaCie d2 SAFE Hard Drive is equipped with a biometric sensor, 128-bit AES hardware encryption technology, and chain lock port for maximum protection against unauthorized use. It comes in LaCie's trusted d2 design made of sturdy aluminum alloy with three interfaces-FireWire 800/400 and USB 2.0-for universal access on Windows® or Mac OS®. The 500GB capacity is available today, with additional capacities planned for spring.
New Dust-Aid(TM) Digital SLR Camera Sensor Cleaner to Hit Market
DUST-AID™, an adhesive-based DSLR sensor clearer, will soon be released to the retail market, offering a unique solution for DSLR camera photographers seeking a safe and easy way of cleaning their dusty sensors. Born out of frustration and a desire for a high-performance solution, DUST-AID employs a unique combination of three main elements -- an ultra low-adhesive foam tape, pad and a re-usable wand. The patent-pending DUST-AID cleaning device is a blend of three different tape and foam layers, tested and designed to protect the sensor filter during dust removal.
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Samsung Develops First Truly Double-sided LCD
Samsung announced today that it has created the first LCD panel that can produce independent images on each side of a mobile LCD display. Samsung's new double-sided LCD can show two entirely different pictures or sets of visual data simultaneously on the front and back of the same screen. Other conventional double-sided LCDs can only show a reverse image of the same video data.
Toshiba Enters the Personal Storage Market in North America with New USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drives
Toshiba Storage Device Division (SDD) will capitalize on its 2.5-inch hard disk drive (HDD) technology expertise and consumer brand leadership with a new line of USB 2.0 portable external hard drives in 100GB, 120GB and 160GB capacities. Available in North America, Toshiba's new personal storage line of 2.5-inch HDDs provides a unique solution for data back-up by enabling automatic power-on and save capabilities for worry-free content management.
Adobe Production Studio To Be Available for Both Mac and Windows
Adobe Systems Incorporated today announced that the next version of Adobe(R) Production Studio, the integrated video and audio post-production tool set that is part of the Creative Suite family, will be available for both the Macintosh and Windows(R) platforms. The software will have its first public demonstration during the Macworld 2007 Conference and Exhibition at The Moscone Center in San Francisco, January 9 - 12 (Booth 901). The next release of Adobe Production Studio is expected to ship in mid-2007.
Pentax Optio E30 Compact Digital Camera Introduction
PENTAX today introduced the Optio E30 compact digital camera today in advance of the upcoming Consumer Electronics (CES) Trade Show in Las Vegas. Named for the easy-to-use line of PENTAX compact digital cameras, the Optio E30 offers 7.1 effective megapixels for exceptional high-resolution photography. Other features include a 3x optical zoom lens, 11MB internal memory, 2.4" LCD Monitor, and AA battery compatibility. The Pentax Optio E30 will ship in February 2007 at a price of $149.95.
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Fujifilm Introduces Digital Camera with New xD-Picture Card / SD Media Compatible Slot
Fujifilm USA is pleased to announce that three new models announced today (A610, A800, and F40fd) will feature a newly developed card slot that will accept both xD and SD memory cards in the same slot. This provides a greater choice and flexibility to consumers who purchase Fujifilm digital cameras.
Fujifilm Introduces the Finepix A610 Digital Camera
Fujifilm USA today announced the 6-megapixel Finepix A610 digital camera featuring Fujifilm's Super CCD sensor, large 2.5" LCD, Fujinon 3x optical zoom lens, and automatic ISO setting up to 400 with low noise. The FinePix A610 will debut in March 2007 with a retail price of $129.00
Fujifilm Introduces the IS-1 Infrared Digital Camera
Fujifilm continues to lead in the area of alternative light photography with today's announcement of the IS-1 digital camera, Fujifilm's latest model for capturing images in the infrared light spectrum. The IS-1 was developed for use in the law enforcement, medical/dental and science fields and is a follow-up model to the FinePix S3 Pro UVIR D-SLR.
Fujfilm Introduces the FInePix F40fd Digital Camera
FUJIFILM announced today that they will be showcasing the new 8-MegaPixel FinePix F40fd with Fujifilm's Face Detection Technology at CES 2007 in Las Vegas. Combining unequalled performance and ease of use, the FinePix F40fd is a compact, highly portable and stylish digital camera. It's packed with features that make it easy for new photographers to get great pictures, and experienced digital camera buffs will love the advanced photographic capabilities that result in exceptional performance. These include Face Detection Technology by Fujifilm, and Dual Shot Mode, a convenient function that takes two shots in rapid succession, one with flash and one without, letting the user decide on the best picture.
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FujiFilm Introduces the FinePix A800 Digital Camera
Fujifilm today has announced the FinePix A800, the first model in Fujifilm's A-Series line-up to sport an eight-MegaPixel Super CCD Sensor and the first to incorporate light sensitivities of up to ISO 800 at full resolution. Borrowing a page from Fujifilm's more advanced camera models, the FinePix A800 shoots at higher light sensitivities with less noise than comparative models. This results higher quality "natural light" photos and less blur in images as the FinePix A800 matches these higher light sensitivities with faster shutter speeds.
Wednesday - January 03, 2007
Lexar Demonstrates 'Innovation from the Inside Out' at CES 2007
Lexar Media will exhibit its lineup of advanced digital media and accessories at CES 2007, all reflecting the company's dedication to "Innovation from the Inside Out." In a variety of "lifestyle-oriented" demonstrations, Lexar will showcase exciting new additions to the company's line of renowned JumpDrive® USB flash drives, as well as new memory cards including MicroSD™ storage solutions for the mobile category and new Platinum II SDHC cards for high capacity storage and video versatility for photo enthusiasts.
Kodak and Sony Enter Into Technology Cross-License Agreements
Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE:EK) today announced that it has entered into a technology cross-license agreement with Sony Corporation that will allow each company broad access to the other's patent portfolio.
New HYBRID(TM) Batteries from Rayovac Deliver Best of Both Worlds
Each year, consumers spend more than $3.5 billion on batteries for everything from digital cameras to flashlights. But despite the obvious benefits of rechargeable batteries, including less environmental waste and costs savings over time, less than 5% of all the batteries sold in the U.S. are rechargeable. A new product from Rayovac promises to change all that. HYBRID(TM) Batteries, featuring a breakthrough technology, offer many benefits over both rechargeable and alkaline batteries on the market today. HYBRID batteries come charged and ready to use, stay charged for up to one year after charging, and are compatible with NiMH charges.
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Tuesday - January 02, 2007
Planet82 Exhibits How to Take Digital Pictures in the Dark Without a Flash at CES 2007
Join Planet82 at CES 2007 as they shed light on taking digital pictures or video in the dark -- without a flash. Planet82 will showcase the latest advances in its Single carrier Modulation Photo Detector (SMPD) technology, including a black and white, full-color, and two mega pixel color sensors. These imaging sensors are 2000 times more sensitive to light and enable everything digital -- from mobile camera phones to the automobile sensors -- to "see" and capture the real picture without the distortion, delay or energy-expense of a flash.
Monday - January 01, 2007
Parrot Introduces Bluetooth Photo Frame at CES 2007; Send Photos from Your Phone
Got great pictures on your Bluetooth® camera phone? Now you can "free" them from your phone or computer and share them with friends and family by transferring them via Bluetooth to the new Parrot Photo Viewer where they can be enjoyed by all. Parrot has introduced a unique, framed LCD that stores up to 100 JPEG photo files from your cell phone or laptop instantly, easily and wirelessly in its 32mb internal memory.
Wednesday - December 27, 2006
eCoupled to Debut Wireless Power at CES 2007
The 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the world's largest annual tradeshow for consumer technology, will serve as the public debut of eCoupled(TM), a revolutionary new technology that allows for the transmission of power and data without the traditional restraints of cords and ports. eCoupled technology leverages inductive coupling, which works by transferring energy from one device to another through a shared magnetic field.
Tuesday - December 26, 2006
BenQ Introduces LCD Monitors Featuring Senseye+Photo Technology
BenQ has introduced two additions to its award-winning LCD monitor lineup with the 17-inch BenQ FP73G S and 19-inch BenQ FP93G S LCD monitor, featuring a super slim bezel design, an ultra fast 5mm response time and Senseye+Photo technology. Senseye+Photo technology transmits consistent colors through the sRGB color gamut, providing consistent and accurate color reproduction. With Senseye+Photo, the photos on the screen and on print outs will always be consistent in colors.
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Thursday - December 21, 2006
Pentax and Hoya Will Merge to Become the HOYA PENTAX HD Corporation
Hoya Corporation and PENTAX Corporation announced today that they have reached a basic understanding aimed at a management integration of the two companies, expected to be completed on October 1, 2007. The new company's name will be HOYA PENTAX HD Corporation.
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| Exhibitor Location |
American Recorder Technlogies
South 1 Hall, Booth #20416
Brandess Kalt Aetna Group
Sands, Booth #70850
Bushnell
Central Hall, Booth #14048
Canon U.S.A..
Central Hall, Booth #12606
Casio
Central Hall, Booth #9808
CEIVA Logic Inc.
South Hall 4, Booth #35625
CompactFlash Association
South Hall 3, Booth #30166
Fujifilm USA
North Meeting Room, N115, N116
Hewlett Packard
South Hall 3, Booth #31112
Itoya of America Ltd.
Sands, Booth #73037
Joby, Inc.
South Hall 4, Booth #37017
Sands Booth #70034
Kenko
Sands, Booth #71524
Kodak
South Hall 3, Booth #31400
Lenmar
Central, Booth #13848
LensPen
Sands, Booth #70335
Lexar
South Hall 3, Booth #31247
LG Electronics
Central 8214
North Meeting Room N243
Media Street, Inc.
Sands, IP281
Naneu Pro
Sands, Booth #70534
Nikon
South Hall 4, Booth #35760
South Hall 4, Booth #36164
Olympus Imaging America
Hilton 1565, 1569, 1769
Omega Satter
Sands, Booth #69036
Optech USA
Sands, Booth #71045
Panasonic
Central 9405, 9450, C201, C202
Pentax Imaging
South Hall 3, Booth #31577
Plustek Inc.
Hilton, Booth #56051
Samsung Electronics
North Meeting Room, N213
Sony
Central 14200
North Meeting Room N110
The Tiffen Co.
South Hall 3, Booth #31253
Transcend
Sands, Booth #72216
Vanguard USA
South Hall 3, Booth #31823
Westinghouse Digital Electronics
South Hall 1, Booth #21707
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