Free Video Calls with new Skype for iPhone App

The Skype for iPhone app has recently been updated, bringing free video calls over 3G and Wifi.

Nikon D7000 Firmware 1.01 Released

Nikon recently released Firmware v1.01 upgrade for the D7000 DSLR camera. This firmware update reduces the occurrence of bright spots during live view mode, or while recording videos.

Nikon D3100 Reviewed

The Nikon D3100 (~US$699) is an entry-level DSLR, an update for Nikon's previous D3000 camera. The improvements of the D3100 compared to the D3000 are high resolution sensor, Raw + fine JPEG capability, Live view, 1080p HD movie recording, HDMI output, wider ISO range, and full-time AF mode, to name a few.

Fujitsu LifeBook P770 Reviewed

The Fujitsu LifeBook P770 (~US$2600) is an ultraportable that features the low-power Intel "Arrandale" Core  i7 640UM processor and Intel HM55 chipset.

Nokia E5 Reviewed

The Nokia E5 (~US$292) is a business/productivity class QWERTY smartphone that runs the Nokia S60 3rd Edition operating system.

Panasonic Releases Firmware Updates for LX3, TZ7, ZS3, TZ6, ZS1 Cameras

Panasonic recently released firmware updates for its DMC-LX3, DMC-TZ7, DMC-ZS3, DMC-TZ6, DMC-ZS1 cameras.

Pentax K-7 Firmware Update v1.10 Released

Pentax recently released Firmware update version 1.10 for its K-7 camera.

Changes:

• Added Movie editing function on playback mode palette. You can divide a movie into multiple segments and erase unwanted segments from the movie.
• Added Electronic Level indication on the Monitor.
• When Mode dial is set M or X and Electronic Level is set to display, exposure meter is indicated both of them in the LCD panel and in the Viewfinder.
• Added [Reversal Film] mode on Custom Image function [PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4] have been updated.
• When using Live View, auto focus activate by pressing shutter release button halfway. Also improved focus speed.

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Canon EOS 7D Firmware 1.2.2 Released

Canon posted Firmware Update version 1.2.2 for its EOS 7D dSLR camera.

Firmware Changes:

• Fixes a phenomenon in which the set aperture moves when shooting movies in manual exposure mode using some Canon lenses (such as macro lenses).
• Fixes the AF point-selection behavior of the C.Fn III-7 (Manual AF pt. selec. pattern) custom function when set to [1].
• Fixes the AF point display for the viewfinder electronic level when shooting in the vertical position.
• Corrects misspellings in the Spanish and Thai menus for applicable products.

Read more about EOS 7D Firmware Update Version 1.2.2 >>

Firmware Update v1.1 for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3/FH22/FS33 Cameras Released

Panasonic recently released Firmware Update Version 1.1 for its Lumix DMC-FP3/FH22/FS33 digital cameras.

Sony Ericsson Announces 3 Upcoming Phones, Android OS Upgrades for Xperia X10 Line

Sony Ericsson recently announced three upcoming phones: SE Xperia X8, SE Yendo, and SE Cedar GreenHeart. Also, the Xperia X10, X10 mini, and X10 mini pro smartphones will be upgraded to run the Android 2.1 OS by Q3 2010.

Apple iPhone 4 Officially Announced

Apple recently announced its newest mobile phone, the iPhone 4 (16GB – US$199, 32GB - US$299; with contract). This is available for pre-order starting June 15, 2010.

Multi-SIM Nokia C Series Phones Expected This Year

Nokia recently announced four upcoming C series mobile phones, two of which support two SIM cards. These are the Nokia C1-00, C1-02, C1-01, and C2-00 models.

MSI Wind U135 Netbook Reviewed

The MSI Wind U135 (~US$315) is a netbook that features Intel's Pine Trail platform. This platform updates the aging Atom N270/N280 CPU in favor of the newer Atom N450 processor.

iPhone OS 3.1.3 Software Update Now Available

Now available for the iPhone and iPod Touch is the iPhone OS 3.1.3 Software Update.

iPhone OS 3.1.3 Software Update is only available through iTunes, and will not appear in your computer’s Software Update app, or in the Apple Downloads site. It is recommended to update to the latest iTunes before updating your iPhone or iPod Touch.

Apple iPad Specs and Pricing

The much awaited Apple iPad was already officially launched. Dubbed as Apple’s “most advanced technology in a magical and revolutionary device at an unbelievable price”, the iPad had much hype among most gadget enthusiasts.

Ovi Maps – Navigation on your Nokia for Free

Nokia recently announced that all users of their Nokia X6, Nokia N97 mini, E72, E55, E52, Nokia 6730 classic, Nokia 6710 Navigator, Nokia 5800 Xpressmusic, Nokia 5800 Navigation Edition, and Nokia 5230 handsets can download Ovi Maps for free.

Microsoft Zune HD Reviewed

Microsoft releases a new refresh of its portable media player, the Zune HD (US$220 for 16GB model). As with the original Zune player, the Zune HD will be (hopefully just initially) available in the U.S. So how does this new PMP device fair with the other devices out there?

Firmware Updates for Nikon D300S, D700, D3, D3X Cameras Released

Nikon recently released firmware updates for D300S, D700, D3, and D3X digital SLR cameras. Aside from 64 GB memory card support, the latest firmware updates provide various improvements and fixes for the cameras.

Palm Pre Plus and Pixi Plus Specs Leaked

The Palm Pre Plus and Palm Pixi Plus specs were recently leaked out from Verizon Wireless. I was hoping that Palm was brewing a new device, something like a ‘not really a netbook’ and ‘not really a tablet’ sort of device. In any case, a refresh of their current smartphones is still good news.

Compare Smartphone Total Cost of Ownership

If you’re in the US, you may be interested in a finding out the Total Cost of Ownership Table of the 4 new generation smartphones, presented by the billshrink.com site. This includes the iPhone 3GS (AT&T), Palm Pre (Sprint), Motorola Droid (Verizon), and Nexus One (T-Mobile).

Meet the Nexus One, also known as the Google Phone

Google just recently announced their smartphone, the Nexus One (US$529 without contract). It features the Android 2.1 OS, AMOLED touch screen, wireless n, 5MP camera with flash, 3.5 headphone jack, memory card slot, and removable battery.

Nokia N900 Reviewed

The Nokia N900 is the first internet tablet from Nokia that features built-in telephony features. It features the Maemo 5 operating system, GSM and HSDPA network, 3.5-inch 800x480 TFT resistive touch screen, and 5 megapixel camera with dual LED flash. (You can see the full specs here.)

Battery Warning PRX 0.1 for PSP Released

Battery Warning PRX 0.1 is a plugin for the Sony PSP that notifies you on-screen when your battery hits 10% or less. Yes, the PSP does have built-in notification via the power LED, but this plugin is much more noticeable.

Features:

• Works in VSH & GAME.
• Displays on screen scrolling message when battery charge level is 10% or less.
• Message is small and unobtrusive.

Download Battery Warning PRX v0.1 >>

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