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New Philips Digital Voice Tracer Recorders Royal Philips Electronics, the market leader in professional dictation recording, announced the unveiling of a new line of Digital Voice Tracers designed to bridge the gap between handwritten note-taking and professional dictation. The new line includes five models and available features(a) like the industry’s largest display, 2 GB storage capacity, high sensitivity microphones, six recording modes, and high quality stereo recording. Enhanced features include MP3 music playback and FM radio recording.Digital Voice Tracers now offer connectivity through high-speed USB 2.0 for fast file download to a computer. The Digital Voice Tracer 860 and 880 models support energy-efficient USB-powered recording, which eliminates battery consumption. Longer audio recordings can be managed by utilizing an index function that marks reference points, such as the beginning of a new section. Recordings can be played back at a faster or slower speed, making it easier to review or transcribe a note or a dictation file. Continue reading: Philips Unveils New Digital Voice Tracer Recorders in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Mac OS X for Unix Geeks If you're a developer or system administrator lured to Mac OS X because of its Unix roots, you'll quickly discover that performing Unix tasks on a Mac is different than what you're accustomed to. Mac OS X for Unix Geeks (O'Reilly, $34.99 USD) serves as a bridge between Apple's Darwin OS and the more traditional Unix systems. This clear, concise guide gives you a tour of Mac OS X's Unix shell in both Leopard and Tiger, and helps you find the facilities that replace or correspond to standard Unix utilities.In this fourth edition, the authors have not only updated it for Mac OS X 10.5, but have tweaked the book to make it even greater than before. Co-author and O'Reilly editor Brian Jepson says, "Rich Rosen joined us as a co-author on this edition, and really fleshed out some of the later chapters of the book. For example, he added a section on Ruby to Chapter 17, 'Other Programming Languages,' and really worked over Chapter 15, 'Using Mac OS X as a Server.' Because of this, Ernie and I got to focus on some other areas of the book and we all feel that this edition is what this book's always wanted to be. I think the same could be said of Mac OS X Leopard--it's really grown into its skin, I mean, fur!" Continue reading: O'Reilly Publishes Mac OS X for Unix Geeks in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Quicken 2009: The Missing Manual Quicken is everyone's first choice for taming personal finances. But what should you do after you've got the program installed? We suggest turning to the first book out on the updated program— Quicken 2009: The Missing Manual (O'Reilly, $24.99) by Bonnie Biafore—for expert guidance."My personal finances have lived in Quicken since the early 90s, so I've done a lot of coaxing over the years to get Quicken to do what I want," explains Bonnie. "My new book is my way of sharing the love." Adds Bonnie: "The economy isn't pretty, so most people want to protect the money they have and use money more wisely. In times like these, Quicken is a huge help for finding ways to cut expenses and build up emergency savings." Continue reading: O'Reilly Publishes Quicken 2009: The Missing Manual in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Toshiba 400GB USB Portable External Hard Drive Toshiba Storage Device Division (SDD), the industry pioneer in small form factor hard disk drives (HDDs), has added a 400GB model to its line of personal storage devices for consumers seeking high-capacity storage and backup for music libraries, home videos, personal data and other digital memories.The new 400GB Toshiba USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive can store up to either 114,000 digital photos, 105,000 MP3 music files, 177 hours of DVD videos or 47 hours of high-definition videos. Designed for all consumers, Toshiba’s personal storage line makes it easy for even digital novices to easily back up their digital content libraries with a hassle-free solution featuring award-winning NTI Shadow™ software. The user-friendly solution enables consumers to set back-up parameters a single time and enjoy peace-of-mind in knowing critical and cherished digital files and personal memories are protected. Continue reading: Toshiba Expands Personal Storage Line with 400GB External HDD in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Ubisoft Armored Core for Answer Ubisoft has announced that Armored Core for Answer, the thirteenth installment in From Software's mech-based Armored Core franchise, is now available in retail stores throughout North America. Armored Core for Answer is available for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system. It is rated "T” for Teen and has an MSRP of $59.99.Featuring epic boss battles, seamless online co-op and multiplayer modes, and a nearly limitless amount of customization options for your mech, Armored Core for Answer offers gamers the ultimate experience in mech simulation and is the only mech game of its kind releasing in 2008. Continue reading: Ubisoft Armored Core for Answer Available in Stores Now in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Review: Smart People (Blu-ray DVD) I consider myself to be a smart person. Maybe not a genius, although I have yet to take the Mensa test, so who knows? As a smart person, I admit I am more prone to intellectual rather than emotional persuits, but I like to think I have a decent set of social skills. Then again, I'm not married, don't date very often, and I work most of the time, so maybe I am a little lacking in my social life. That's part of the premise behind Smart People from Miramax Films, but the film goes quite a bit further by poking fun at and exaggerating the social ineptitude of very intelligent people.Smart People Synopsis Ever since the death of his wife, Professor Lawrence Wetherhold (played by Dennis Quaid) has very little enthusiasm for life. He works most of the time and is self-absorbed to the point of not really knowing what is going on in the lives of his children. He has no regard for his students and fails to remember their names as pointed out on numerous occasions in the film. Then a chance accident changes his circumstances and turns his life into a bit of a circus. At the hospital, his doctor (played by Sarah Jessica Parker) turns out to be a former student, but of course, he doesn't remember her. After a colleague of the doctor tells Wetherhold about her, he becomes interested and Wetherhold and the doctor become involved in a dating relationship... Read the full review: Smart People (Blu-ray DVD) in Reviews. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
New Prince of Persia Shipping in December Ubisoft has announced that Prince of Persia will ship December 2, 2008 for the Xbox 360(TM) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, and PC. Prince of Persia: The Fallen King will also ship simultaneously and exclusively for the Nintendo DS(TM) system.Prince of Persia opens an entirely new chapter in the Prince of Persia universe in addition to introducing a fresh Illustrative art style, evolved combat system, open world structure and dynamic AI – most notably in the form of the Prince's powerful ally Elika. About Prince of Persia Set in a land rooted in ancient Persian mythology, the Prince finds himself caught in an epic battle between the primal forces of light and darkness: the God of Light, Ormazd versus his brother Ahriman, the destructive God of Darkness... Continue reading: Ubisoft Announces Prince of Persia Release Date in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Griffin Technology AirCurve and Clarifi for iPhone Griffin Technology Inc., creator of all things iPod and iPhone, unveiled its latest innovative iPhone accessories at Apple Expo Paris. AirCurve, Griffin's breakthrough acoustic amplifier dock, actually amplifies and projects the iPhone's sound without speakers or the use of electricity. Also introduced today, Clarifi is a protective case for iPhone that features a built-in lens for close-up photography."AirCurve and Clarifi build on Griffin's line of revolutionary, unique accessories for iPhone and iPhone 3G," said Paul Griffin, founder of Griffin Technology. "AirCurve is the perfect addition to an iPhone user's home, allowing them to listen to their music on the iPhone without powered speakers or earphones. And with Clarifi, iPhone lovers can now enjoy their iPhone camera with more close-up detail." Continue reading: Griffin Technology Unveils AirCurve and Clarifi - Innovative iPhone Accessories in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Silver Seal Flex Waterproof Antimicrobial Keyboard Seal Shield LLC, introduced the SILVER SEAL FLEX(TM) Keyboard, the world's first keyboard that is fully submersible, dishwasher safe, antimicrobial and glows in the dark. Recent studies have shown computer keyboards to be a major source of cross contamination infections. According to Dr. Charles Gerba, University of Arizona, "the average keyboard harbors 400 times more bacteria than the average toilet seat."The SILVER SEAL FLEX(TM) Keyboards have been created to help reduce the risk of worldwide cross contaminations, including Norovirus and the "superbug," MRSA. SILVER SEAL FLEX(TM) is made from soft silicon for a comfortable typing experience. It is completely flexible and can be rolled up or folded, making it ideal for mobile applications. The SILVER SEAL FLEX(TM) keyboard combines SEAL SHIELD(TM) waterproof technology (Patent Pending) and Silver Seal Antimicrobial protection, making the SILVER SEAL FLEX(TM) the only silicon keyboard to be fully submersible, Dishwasher Safe and Antimcirobial. Continue reading: Seal Shield Launches World's First Keyboard That is Dishwasher Safe, Antimicrobial and Glows in the Dark in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
HBI DreamKeeper 400 Natural Sleep Aid HBI USA (www.HBIUSA.com), a biomedical device company, announced the launch of DreamKeeper 400 which uses its proprietary Breath Synchronization Program (BSP) and Parallelized ElectroStatic Field (PESF) technology to safely rebuild the user's biological clock and improve the quality and duration of sleep.Designed to be more powerful, yet safer, than prescription sleep aids, the DreamKeeper is very comfortable to wear. Unlike TENS[1], the PESF technology does not emit an electronic current nor cause pain or tingling to users’ skin. “The device not only helps users sleep well, but is also very safe and even good for a patient with a pacemaker,” said Dr. Wang, one of the inventors of DreamKeeper 400. This non-invasive device has no medical side effects and offers long-lasting results (the efficacy of sleep pills cease when users stop taking them). Continue reading: HBI Launches DreamKeeper 400 - A Safe Way to Better Sleep in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Head First Statistics Wouldn't it be great if there were a statistics book that made histograms, probability distributions, and chi square analysis more enjoyable than going to the dentist? Head First Statistics (O'Reilly, US $34.99) by Dawn Griffiths brings this typically dry subject to life, teaching you everything you want and need to know about statistics through engaging, interactive, and thought-provoking material, full of puzzles, stories, quizzes, visual aids, and real-world examples.Whether you're a student, a professional, or just curious about statistical analysis, Head First's brain-friendly formula helps you get a firm grasp of statistics so you can understand key points and actually use them. Learn to present data visually with charts and plots; discover the difference between taking the average with mean, median, and mode, and why it's important; learn how to calculate probability and expectation; and much more. Continue reading: O'Reilly Publishes Head First Statistics - A Brain-Friendly Guide to Mastering Statistics in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Apple Introduces New iPod Touch Apple(R) has introduced the second generation iPod(R) touch featuring an amazingly thin contoured metal design, a gorgeous 3.5-inch widescreen glass display, 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi wireless networking, integrated volume control buttons, a built-in speaker for casual listening, a built-in accelerometer and other advanced sensors, and Apple's revolutionary Multi-Touch(TM) user interface. iPod touch, now available for just $229 for the 8GB model, is perfect for playing music, movies and games, with millions of songs, thousands of Hollywood movies and hundreds of games available on the iTunes(R) Store."iPod touch is the funnest iPod we've ever created," said Steve Jobs, Apple's CEO. "Users can listen to millions of songs, watch thousands of Hollywood movies and now, thanks to the App Store, download and play hundreds of great games on their iPod touch." The new iPod touch is smaller and lighter than the original, with a sleek new design that features a contoured metal enclosure with integrated volume control buttons and a brilliant 3.5-inch widescreen glass display. With its rounded edges, flush display and curved, more compact design, the new iPod touch is more comfortable to hold and more portable than ever. Continue reading: Apple Introduces New iPod touch - Perfect for Music, Movies and Games in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
DanceDanceRevolution X for PlayStation 2 Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc., announced that DanceDanceRevolution® X for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system has shipped to retail outlets nationwide. The "X" says it all as the game is being released as part of the 10th anniversary celebration of the enormously popular and successful rhythm based game. The latest release for the PlayStation®2 system, DanceDanceRevolution® X offers fans new characters, an original soundtrack, enhanced graphics, interactive gameplay, and innovative new game modes.In DanceDanceRevolution® X, players can dance their way through a soundtrack that is filled with over 70 major hits packed with brand new songs from some of today's top artists. Additionally, players can enjoy the ultimate club experience as they can dance to continuous DJ mixes of multiple songs. Featuring the brand new LAN Battle Mode, DanceDanceRevolution® X lets up to eight players battle simultaneously through the LAN lines on their PlayStation®2 system. Also, in continuing the game's reputation for improving fitness levels, players can work up a sweat by customizing their own workout programs and, by plugging in the EyeToy™ USB Camera (for PlayStation®2) peripheral, they can put themselves in the game. Continue reading: Konami Ships DanceDanceRevolution X for PlayStation 2 in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Speed Racer: The Videogame Speed Racer: The Videogame, published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, hits stores across North America today on the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system along with the Speed Racer DVD. Based on the Warner Bros. Pictures film, Speed Racer: The Videogame features the voices of Emile Hirsch as Speed Racer, Matthew Fox as Racer X and Christina Ricci as Trixie, who reprise their film roles as playable characters.In Speed Racer: The Videogame, developed by Sidhe Interactive for the PlayStation®2 system, players will race at amazing speeds and engage in “Car-Fu” battles to outmaneuver opponents as they jump, flip, smash and spin competing cars off the track. Select from 25 different drivers and their extreme cars as players take to the track in an effort to win the illustrious World Racing League cup. Speed Racer: The Videogame for PlayStation® 2 system allows players to experience all the twists and turns of the film’s racing sequences with new racers and a new PlayStation®2 system exclusive track. Continue reading: Speed Racer: The Videogame Zips onto Playstation 2 in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Sleeping Beauty 50th Anniversary Platinum Edition Releasing from the Disney vault at last… and marking the first-ever Disney Classic Animated feature in high definition, Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment proudly awakens Walt Disney’s original Sleeping Beauty with a spectacular 50th Anniversary Platinum Edition-- on October 7, 2008, only for a limited time. Debuting on 2-Disc Blu-ray™ Hi-Def and an a 2-Disc Platinum Edition DVD, the highly-anticipated release heralds the beginning of an exciting new era for Disney’s “Platinum Edition” series allowing viewers to see more than ever before in an all-new edition that will never be seen again, and launches the all-new Disney BD-Live Network. It provides the chance for viewers to combine some of today’s most popular interactive communications platforms - chat, video messages, online interactivity, communal gaming and more – along with their most treasured home entertainment experiences.The royal debut of Sleeping Beauty on Blu-ray also marks an industry first, as the 2-disc Blu-ray release includes a bonus standard definition DVD of the classic animated film, in the same package. This allows fans of all ages who have anxiously awaited the Platinum Edition DVD release to own the beloved family favorite on standard def DVD while they are preparing to upgrade to spectacular 1080p Hi-def Blu-ray and experience the exciting Disney BD-Live Network. Continue reading: Sleeping Beauty 50th Anniversary Platinum Edition on Blu-ray and DVD in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite Power Toothbrush Few things can bestow confidence like a bright, healthy smile. Now consumers can achieve a whiter smile simply and naturally with the Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite power toothbrush, a sonic toothbrush specially designed to help whiten teeth. Its unique Clean & White mode, powered by patented sonic technology, switches back and forth between two cleaning frequencies producing alternate waves of speed that effectively remove coffee, tea, red wine and tobacco stains, making teeth as much as two shades whiter in just two weeks."Today, people want their teeth to be attractive and healthy, and attractive teeth are white teeth," said Ron Tiktin, Director, Customer Marketing, Philips Sonicare. "Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite lets consumers integrate whitening into their daily oral care routine. It's an easy, everyday solution for achieving whiter teeth in a short period of time." Continue reading: Whiten Teeth Naturally With the New Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite Power Toothbrush in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
WinZip 12 Provides Zip Photo Compression WinZip Computing, a Corel company, has announced the availability of WinZip® 12.0, the latest version of the world's leading compression software. New capabilities of WinZip 12.0 include industry-first JPEG Zip compression, a complete photo management and sharing solution, improved performance and compatibility and enhanced security options.WinZip 12.0 makes it easier than ever to work with Zip files and other popular archive formats and adds functionality to improve performance for both home and corporate users. “WinZip remains the most user-friendly compression tool available, and the new features in version 12.0 allow users to do much more than just compression,” said Shawn Cole, Director of Product Management of WinZip Computing. “WinZip 12.0 includes a complete photo management solution which allows users to download, rotate, zip and send JPEG files - all with WinZip. We like to call it our ‘from camera to grandma’ photo solution.” Continue reading: New WinZip 12 Delivers Industry's First Zip Photo Compression in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Free Sony Vegas Pro 8 Updates Sony Creative Software, a leading provider of professional video and audio editing applications, announced the availability of Vegas Pro 8.0c and Vegas Pro 8.1 non-linear editing (NLE) software application updates. Vegas Pro 8.0c makes the transition from other NLE systems to Vegas Pro easier by enabling the user to customize the trimmer window to operate in an enhanced source/preview mode and provides additional support for new video cameras popular with broadcast users, as well as the new PDW-1500 XDCAM deck. As the first 64-bit editing application offered by a leading software developer, Vegas Pro 8.1 provides users increased editing power and flexibility to work with complex memory-hungry 3D projects and high-definition (HD) content."The broadcast production community has been eagerly awaiting an efficient and affordable solution for HD and 3D content," said Dave Chaimson, Sony Creative Software vice president of global marketing. "These two updates provide our users with comprehensive technological advancements for increasingly complicated and time-sensitive broadcast productions..." Continue reading: Sony Offers Free Vegas Pro 8 Updates for Broadcast Workflows and 64-Bit Editing in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Sony Vegas Movie Studio 9 Sony Creative Software, a leading worldwide provider of professional video and audio production applications, announced new versions of its award-winning Vegas Movie Studio consumer video production software. Vegas Movie Studio 9, Vegas Movie Studio 9 Platinum Edition and Vegas Movie Studio 9 Platinum Pro Pack for the PC. Sony Creative Software is also introducing Vegas Movie Studio 9 and Vegas Movie Studio 9 Platinum Edition at new lower prices.“As video has become a popular medium for all age groups to enjoy and share on the Internet, the Vegas Movie Studio 9 line of products was designed to address customer demand for simple, end-to-end video production at home that works seamlessly from the camcorder, to the software and ultimately to a variety of destinations for sharing,” said Dave Chaimson, vice president of global marketing for Sony Creative Software. Whether it’s a camera full of still photos, or footage from your cell phone, our products provide the best solution for creating the perfect montage from all of your media in one, easy-to-use, reliable application.” Continue reading: Vegas Movie Studio 9 from Sony Provides Tools for Producing Hollywood Quality Movies at Home in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Practical HDRI - High Dynamic Range Imaging In the newest book from Rocky Nook— Practical HDRI ($32.95 USD)—well-known expert Jack Howard leads you on an exploration into the exciting new frontier of High Dynamic Range Imaging. HDRI is a method to digitally capture, store, and edit the full luminosity range of a scene in ways that are just not possible with a single captured image.Jack’s illustrated text is easy to understand as he takes you from the initial image capture and into the digital darkroom. Here is where you will learn to use this cutting edge photographic technique to achieve spectacular results. Covered are the most popular and effective HDR programs such as Adobe Photoshop CS3, FDRTools, Dynamic Photo HDR, Photomatix Pro, and more. Continue reading: Practical HDRI - How to Capture the Beauty of Infrared Imagery in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Python for Unix and Linux System Administration All languages are tools: simply a means to get work done. They have value insofar as they help you get your job done better. So state Noah Gift and Jeremy Jones in Python for Unix and Linux System Administration (O'Reilly, US $49.99), adding, "We believe that Python is a valuable tool, specifically because it enables you to get your work done efficiently."So is Python better than Perl, Bash, Ruby, or any other language? "It's really difficult to put that sort of qualitative label on a programming language, since the tool is so closely tied to the thought process of the programmer who is using it," write Gift and Jones. "Programming is a subjective, deeply personal activity. We're not going to argue that Python is better, but we will explain the reasons that we believe Python can be an excellent choice. We'll also explain why it is a great fit for programming sysadmin tasks." Continue reading: O'Reilly Publishes Python for Unix and Linux System Administration in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
2K Sports NHL 2K9 2K Sports, the sports publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., announced that the highly anticipated hockey title, NHL 2K9, is now available on retail store shelves in North America for Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii™ home video game system from Nintendo, and PLAYSTATION®3 and PlayStation®2 computer entertainment systems. Developed by Visual Concepts, an award-winning 2K studio, NHL 2K9 brings a totally rebuilt NHL experience to life with fresh player animations and a brand-new in-game presentation that fans will enjoy from the moment they start their first game.“With Visual Concepts developing the NHL 2K franchise for the first time, we’re very proud and excited to deliver to our 2K Sports fans a refreshingly fun and entertaining hockey experience with NHL 2K9,” said Greg Thomas, senior vice president of sports development for 2K. “As the only officially licensed NHL title for Wii, along with our pick-up-and-play controls and fresh new features, NHL 2K9 brings the fun back to hockey video games for fans of all ages.” Continue reading: 2K Sports NHL 2K9 Skates onto Retail Store Shelves in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Schoolhouse Rock!: The Election Collection DVD Rediscover the infectious music, witty lyrics and colorful animation from the Emmy-winning animated series that rocked America for more than a decade when Schoolhouse Rock! The Election Collection comes to DVD September 23, 2008 from Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment. As all eyes turn to the presidential election, it couldn’t be a better time for this collection of classic election-themed tunes including “I'm Just a Bill,” “Shot Heard ‘Round the World” and “I’m Gonna Send Your Vote to College,” the timeless songs that taught a generation of Americans that learning can be fun! The limited edition DVD also features the entertaining new to DVD song “Presidential Minute” with two surprise endings and an exclusive Election Tracking Kit with stickers to help viewers keep track of the actual voting results in all 50 states.Remember Saturday mornings past at the ABC Network, when a series of three-minute animated shorts harnessed the power of music to educate children of all ages? From 1973 until 1986 and the early nineties, Schoolhouse Rock! used catchy music and sassy lyrics to teach kids the basic principles of grammar, arithmetic, history, science, government, computers and money management. Continue reading: Disney Presents ABC's Schoolhouse Rock! The Election Collection in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Classic Christmas Favorites and Jack Frost on DVD Warner Home Video (WHV) has the seasonal hits everyone will be wishing for this holiday season with the upcoming releases of Classic Christmas Favorites and Jack Frost, both available on DVD October 7, 2008. A great gift idea for both boys and girls who have been good all year-long, Classic Christmas Favorites will retail for $39.72 SRP while Jack Frost will retail for $19.97 SRP.Adults and kids will be filled with Christmas spirit after watching the Classic Christmas Favorites Collection, a delightful four-disc set presented in unique, eye-catching, collectible packaging that showcases a total of 10 memorable animated holiday specials as well as bonus material for a total of over six hours of feature content and two hours of enhanced content. Specials include How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Deluxe Edition, and 9 Rankin/Bass features: The Year Without a Santa Claus Deluxe Edition, Rudolph’s Shiny New Year, Nestor the Long-eared Christmas Donkey, Frosty’s Winter Wonderland, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, Rudolph and Frosty’s Christmas in July, Leprechaun’s Christmas Gold, Pinnochio’s Christmas as well as Stingiest Man in Town. Continue reading: Ring in the Holidays with Classic Christmas Favorites and Jack Frost on DVD in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
The NASA Missions on DVD and Blu-ray Experience the DVD event of a lifetime as When We Left Earth: The NASA Missions debuts in stores everywhere on DVD and Blu-ray™ High-Def September 30 from Image Entertainment. Having recently premiered on television to rave reviews, When We Left Earth: The NASA Missions has quickly become this summer’s Planet Earth.Narrated by award-winning actor Gary Sinise (Apollo 13, Mission to Mars, Forrest Gump, TV’s CSI: NY), this remarkable special edition, 4-disc collectible set features almost four hours of unbelievable content not seen in the television broadcast, a rare, exclusive interview with the first-man-on-the-moon, Neil Armstrong, as well as a 14-page collectible booklet featuring a timeline of major revolutionary NASA events, trivia and archival photos. To celebrate 50 years of amazing achievements, the Discovery Channel and NASA partnered together to reveal the heroic struggles, triumphs and tragedies in a bold chapter of human history. Priceless footage was transferred from NASA’s own secret film vaults, finally making these unprecedented treasures available for the masses. Continue reading: When We Left Earth: The NASA Missions on DVD and Blu-ray in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Electronic Arts NHL 09 Electronic Arts Inc. announced that NHL® 09 has shipped to retailers worldwide on the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system and Xbox 360® video game system from Microsoft. Last year’s winner of seven ‘Sports Videogame of the Year’ awards, the EA SPORTS™ NHL franchise continues to lead the charge with a new Be A Pro mode, a revolutionary online* experience and innovative control additions, while continuing to deliver an unrivaled level of authenticity of the sport.Step onto the ice in the new Be A Pro mode, and feel what it’s like to be an NHL superstar. Create your player, choose your position and jump onto the roster of your favorite team. Featuring an exclusive license with the primary development league for the NHL, start in the ranks of the AHL® and work your way up into the NHL progressing towards your ultimate goal of becoming an NHL legend. The new Performance Tracker will rate your play in over 60 categories, and provide constant feedback to help you improve. Continue reading: EA NHL 09 Hits the Ice - Become the Next Legend in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Review: Sony Vegas Pro 8 Video Software Video, video, video… everyone is making movies these days and there are plenty of choices when it comes to video software. This is especially true in the consumer software market. However, the professional video software category is still lead by a chosen few, one of which is Sony Vegas Pro. With each new version, Vegas Pro has stepped closer and closer to being a full-fledged video production application providing the same high-end features as its competitors. Vegas Pro 7 came close, but Vegas Pro 8 adds features that have been needed for quite some time.There is no doubt that Vegas Pro 8 is a significant upgrade, especially for those needing multicamera support and wanting higher-quality video rendering. In addition, this version is the only reliable way to run Vegas on the Windows Vista platform. The ProType Titler is a nice addition and the new mixing console adds significant features and flexibility to the already powerful audio tools. Support for additional video formats including Blu-ray bring Vegas in line with the competition. While I did mention some aspects of the software that I would like to see improved, there are no shortcomings that would keep me from recommending Vegas Pro 8 to both newcomers and upgraders. Vegas Pro has always provided a level of sophistication combined with an ease-of-use factor that has been a step ahead of most other video applications. Version 8 adds even more professional-level features without compromising the easy workflow. Read the full review: Sony Vegas Pro 8 in Reviews. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Midway Games TNA iMPACT! Midway Games Inc., a leading interactive entertainment software publisher and developer, has announced that TNA iMPACT!™ began shipping to stores this week for the Xbox®360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system. The game is expected to be available in stores by the end of the week, with a Wii™ version expected to ship to retail outlets next week. Combining fast-paced intuitive controls, state-of-the-art wrestler likenesses and a unique Story Mode, TNA iMPACT! will deliver the most authentic video game wrestling experience to date.The TNA iMPACT! video game is the exclusive total nonstop action wrestling game based on the fastest growing professional wrestling brand in the world and its flagship program TNA IMPACT!. You choose your wrestling style, custom move set and clothing to construct the ultimate champion. The game also features top wrestling talent such as Abyss, Kurt Angle, Christian Cage, Rhino, Booker T, Samoa Joe, AJ Styles, Sting and more to deliver all of the excitement and action of the television show! Continue reading: Midway Slams Into Stores With Release of TNA iMPACT! in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
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Dell Inspiron Mini 9 Laptop Computer With a starting weight of 2.28 lbs.1, digital nomads will value the Inspiron Mini’s durable design, with sealed keyboard and reliable solid state drive (SSD) memory storage. A bright 8.9-inch glossy LED display (1024x600) presents most web pages with no left-right scrolling, and the keypads are large and easy to navigate. Standard built-in Wi-Fi means quick and easy wireless internet access to hotspots in the home, on campus, in a local coffee shop, in the office or at a conference. The Inspiron Mini can be further customized with optional technology like... Continue reading: Meet Your New Best Friend: Dell’s Inspiron Mini 9 in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi 450D Companion The newest book in this new series, The Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi/450D Companion is not a typical camera guide. Rather than just showing you what all the buttons do, this unique book teaches you how to use various Digital Rebel features to make great photographs. Through easy-to-follow lessons, this book gives you a complete class on digital photography, tailored specifically for people who use this camera.With The Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi/450D Companion in your camera bag, you have the perfect field reference for taking stunning pictures of any occasion or place, any time. You get valuable creative tips and technical advice for capturing professional-looking images of people, landscapes, action shots, close-ups, night shots, and more. There are plenty of photography books, but only this companion guide teaches you how to take high-quality digital photos using the camera model you own. Professional photographer Ben Long includes plenty of full-color examples to show you what's possible once you graduate from snapshots and focus on the pictures you've always wanted to take. Continue reading: O'Reilly Publishes The Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi/450D Companion in News. - Comments (Reply To Topic) |
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