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Intro 2020 Press Release
With immediate effect, Intro 2020 are sole UK importers and distributors of TAMRAC photo, luggage and computer cases.
The full range of TAMRAC product include carrying systems for camera, video, digital, backpacks, rolling cases and more. Full product details can be found on our web site at www.intro2020.co.uk.
The Idea Is Born - The concept behind Tamrac’s camera carrying systems was conceived in 1977. Tamrac’s founders were outdoor enthusiasts who loved nature photography. They, like many amateur and professional photographers, had a strong need for camera bags that were tough enough to offer excellent protection, yet were easy to carry and allowed fast access to camera equipment to capture spontaneous wildlife pictures.
Intro 2020 Press Release With immediate effect, Intro 2020 are sole UK importers and distributors of TAMRAC photo, luggage and computer cases. The full range of TAMRAC product include carrying systems for camera, video, digital, backpacks, rolling cases and more. Full product details can be found on our web site…
Pretec Press Release
Pretec 2 GB miniSD - The largest capacity miniSD in the World
Taipei, Taiwan December 3, 2005 –– Pretec Electronics Corp., the 1st in the world to demonstrate MMC 4.0 card since 2004, and the 1st in the world to offer 4GB SD card since July 2005, has released 2GB miniSD™, the largest capacity miniSD card today at IT Month 2005 (Hall 3, Booth G165) in Taipei.
Mobile devices using the Pretec 2GB miniSD card can store more than 500 MP3 songs or more than 4000 digital photos. The Pretec 2GB miniSD™ card also provides a tremendous advantage for the latest multimedia mobile phones designed with a miniSD™ slot, which typically require larger capacity when hours of recorded audio and/or video data (such as MPEG4 movie) are needed; the 1st in the world, Pretec 2GB miniSD™ card can extend from 0.5-1 hour of high quality MPEG-4 playback/recording to 1-2 hours by doubling or even quadrupling the maximum capacity available for today’s advanced high quality PDA/mobile phones.
Pretec Press Release Pretec 2 GB miniSD - The largest capacity miniSD in the World Taipei, Taiwan December 3, 2005 –– Pretec Electronics Corp., the 1st in the world to demonstrate MMC 4.0 card since 2004, and the 1st in the world to offer 4GB SD card since July 2005…
ExpressDigital Press Release
ExpressDigital Expands Darkroom with Retro Color Tool, Pro Red Eye Removal and New Hardware Support
ENGLEWOOD, CO— November 30, 2005 — ExpressDigital, the leading provider of digital workflow software, internet storefronts, and lab solutions, today announced availability of an expanded Darkroom Professional Edition that adds new features such as retro color tool, professional red eye removal and new hardware support for the Nikon D2X, D2Hs, D70s, D50, Canon Rebel XT and Fuji S3 digital cameras. New direct printer support for the Mitsubishi CP-3020DU, CP-9550DW, Kodak 9810, Shinko S9045, S1245 and the Fujimoto SHP5080 digital mini-lab are also included in this version 8.5 update release.
Our new retro color tool allows professional photographers to instantly create 1960’s style photos from any digital image, regardless of age. This enhancement tool provides a simple one click powerful way to deliver the latest trends in photography, turning photos into products instantly.
ExpressDigital Press Release ExpressDigital Expands Darkroom with Retro Color Tool, Pro Red Eye Removal and New Hardware Support ENGLEWOOD, CO— November 30, 2005 — ExpressDigital, the leading provider of digital workflow software, internet storefronts, and lab solutions, today announced availability of an expanded Darkroom Professional Edition that adds new features…
Snapfish Press Release
PALO ALTO, Calif.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Dec. 1, 2005—HP’s (NYSE:HPQ)(Nasdaq:HPQ) Snapfish today announced that it is powering a new online photo service for Publix, one of the largest volume U.S. supermarkets.
The new service, available at www.publix.com/photo, enables Publix customers to upload digital photos to the site for free online photo sharing and editing, unlimited online storage and wireless imaging services.
Additionally, Publix customers can order professionally developed digital camera prints for as low as 10 cents each, film developing for $2.99 per roll and more than 90 photo products, including calendars, mugs and mouse pads. The first 20 prints are free for new users to both Publix and Snapfish.
Snapfish Press Release PALO ALTO, Calif.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Dec. 1, 2005—HP’s (NYSE:HPQ)(Nasdaq:HPQ) Snapfish today announced that it is powering a new online photo service for Publix, one of the largest volume U.S. supermarkets. The new service, available at www.publix.com/photo, enables Publix customers to upload digital photos to the site for free online…
Adobe Press Release
Adobe’s Acquisition of Macromedia Expected to Close on December 3, 2005
SAN JOSE, Calif. — December 1, 2005 — Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq: ADBE) and Macromedia, Inc. (Nasdaq: MACR) today announced they have either received or been notified they will receive all regulatory clearances necessary to complete Adobe’s pending acquisition of Macromedia. The companies expect to close the transaction on December 3, 2005.
On April 18, 2005, Adobe announced a definitive agreement to acquire Macromedia in an all-stock transaction. Pursuant to the terms of the acquisition agreement, holders of Macromedia common stock will receive 1.38 shares of Adobe common stock for each share of Macromedia common stock they own at the closing of the acquisition.
Adobe Press Release Adobe’s Acquisition of Macromedia Expected to Close on December 3, 2005 SAN JOSE, Calif. — December 1, 2005 — Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq: ADBE) and Macromedia, Inc. (Nasdaq: MACR) today announced they have either received or been notified they will receive all regulatory clearances necessary to complete…
PCMagazine have just reviewed the new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1, a 10.3 megapixel compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor that allows for a “live” preview.
“If you’ve got deep pockets, absolutely abhor changing lenses, and don’t mind a 5X optical zoom limit, perhaps this camera’s great image quality will offset its heft and make it a good buy. For everyone outside that narrow subset of photographers, however, there are just too many good enthusiast cameras and affordable D-SLRs to consider spending so much on this one. Save $300 and go with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ30, or if you like a wider angle on your zoom, go for the Fuji FinePix S9000. If you’ve got a thousand bucks to spend on your next camera, though, we suggest making the leap to a D-SLR and picking up the Nikon D50 with two lenses.”
PCMagazine have just reviewed the new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1, a 10.3 megapixel compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor that allows for a “live” preview. “If you’ve got deep pockets, absolutely abhor changing lenses, and don’t mind a 5X optical zoom limit, perhaps this camera’s great image quality will offset…
Hungarian website Index Digicam have reviewed the Canon PowerShot S80, an 8 megapixel update of the S70 which offers a 28-100mm f/2.8-5.3 lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen and Canon’s advanced image processor, DIGIC II.
Hungarian website Index Digicam have reviewed the Canon PowerShot S80, an 8 megapixel update of the S70 which offers a 28-100mm f/2.8-5.3 lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen and Canon’s advanced image processor, DIGIC II. Website: Index Digicam - Canon PowerShot S80 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
CNET have reviewed the new Olympus SP-350, an 8 megapixel camera that offers a 3x optical zoom lens equivalent to 38-114mm and a 2.5 inch LCD monitor.
“The smart-looking, matte-black, 8-megapixel Olympus SP-350 is one of three cameras that launched Olympus’s SP line; the other two are its 7-megapixel twin, the SP-310, and the 6-megapixel, 10X-zoom SP-500 UZ. The Barbie-size SP-350 is not only one of the most affordable 8-megapixel cameras on the market but also one of the smallest. Its 24 scene modes will appeal to snapshooters, while enthusiasts will appreciate this pocketful’s manual controls, raw-capture and custom settings, and optional conversion lenses, external flash, and underwater housing. Once you get past those attractions, however, you’re left with relatively mediocre performance and photos.”
Website: CNET - Olympus SP-350 Review
CNET have reviewed the new Olympus SP-350, an 8 megapixel camera that offers a 3x optical zoom lens equivalent to 38-114mm and a 2.5 inch LCD monitor. “The smart-looking, matte-black, 8-megapixel Olympus SP-350 is one of three cameras that launched Olympus’s SP line; the other two are its 7-megapixel twin…
Norwegian website Akam.no have published their review of the Konica Minolta Z6, which updates the popular Z5 and features a 6 megapixel sensor, 12x zoom lens and 2 inch LCD screen.
Website: Akam.no - Konica Minolta Z6 Review
Norwegian website Akam.no have published their review of the Konica Minolta Z6, which updates the popular Z5 and features a 6 megapixel sensor, 12x zoom lens and 2 inch LCD screen. Website: Akam.no - Konica Minolta Z6 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
BIOS Magazine have published their review of the Canon IXUS 750 digital camera (also known as the Canon PowerShot SD550), which has 7.1 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen and 3x optical zoom lens.
“There are three things that strike you about the IXUS 750 (PowerShot ELPH SD550 in the US): its compact size; solid and robust design; and the large 2.5-inch screen which occupies most of the camera’s rear. The fact that the camera offers a capture resolution of 7.1-Megapixels (3072x2304 pixels) is also impressive.”
Website: BIOS Magazine - Canon IXUS 750 Review
BIOS Magazine have published their review of the Canon IXUS 750 digital camera (also known as the Canon PowerShot SD550), which has 7.1 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen and 3x optical zoom lens. “There are three things that strike you about the IXUS 750 (PowerShot ELPH SD550 in the US)…
PCIN have just reviewed Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.
“As with Elements 3.0, Elements 4.0 shares a similar interface and tool set to the full version of Photoshop, currently Photoshop CS2. Along with many of the same features, Elements 4.0 also has some additional features not found in CS2. Photoshop Elements 4.0 is really two programs in one. A photo editor and a photo organizer. The editor portion provides all the tools you will need to edit your photos including colour correction, cropping, lighting modification, sharpening and selective processing. The editing tools supplied in this low cost editor are outstanding. The organizer also has a great feature set, including the ability to tag photos for easy searching in a variety of ways, facial recognition to aid in tagging the photos, multiple catalog ability and grouping photos in version sets.”
PCIN have just reviewed Adobe Photoshop Elements 4. “As with Elements 3.0, Elements 4.0 shares a similar interface and tool set to the full version of Photoshop, currently Photoshop CS2. Along with many of the same features, Elements 4.0 also has some additional features not found in CS2. Photoshop Elements…
Pentax USA Press Release
Golden, CO. (November 30, 2005)…PENTAX Imaging Company has announced the smc PENTAX DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm F3.5-4.5 ED [IF] lens. Designed exclusively for use with the PENTAX line of digital SLRs, this interchangeable lens offers fish-eye (180° diagonal angle of view at a focal length of 10mm) to super wide-angle performance in a single unit.
Mounted on the PENTAX *ist D series of digital SLRs, the new PENTAX lens will capture fish-eye imagery with a 180 degree angle of view and a focal length of 10mm as well as super wide-angle performance that allows photographer to make use of dramatic angles-of-view resulting from slight changes in focal length. This super wide-angle capability also will capture images with an expanded perspective including creative deformation of subjects and sharp pan focus that extends throughout the entire frame.
Pentax USA Press Release Golden, CO. (November 30, 2005)…PENTAX Imaging Company has announced the smc PENTAX DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm F3.5-4.5 ED [IF] lens. Designed exclusively for use with the PENTAX line of digital SLRs, this interchangeable lens offers fish-eye (180° diagonal angle of view at a focal length of 10mm)…
ImagingResource have reviewed the Canon PowerShot A620, which features a 7.1 megapixel sensor, 2 inch LCD screen and 4x optical zoom lens equivalent to 35–140 mm focal length.
“The PowerShot A620 sits at the top of Canon’s A-series—a lineup distinguished by cameras that are fairly compact, relatively inexpensive and equipped with a robust set of exposure controls. The A620 is no exception: priced under $400, it has a powerful 7.1-megapixel CCD—ideal for photographers who like especially large prints or who frequently crop their photos. With exposure controls that range from full-automatic, snap-shot simplicity to full-manual creativity, the A620 is a good choice for a family with widely differing photography skills. Given its low price and breadth of features, it should also be attractive to budding shooters on tight budgets who want to advance their photographic skills.”
Website: ImagingResource - Canon PowerShot A620 Review
Website: Read my Canon Powershot A620 Review
ImagingResource have reviewed the Canon PowerShot A620, which features a 7.1 megapixel sensor, 2 inch LCD screen and 4x optical zoom lens equivalent to 35–140 mm focal length. “The PowerShot A620 sits at the top of Canon’s A-series—a lineup distinguished by cameras that are fairly compact, relatively inexpensive and equipped…
Sony have released a new firmware update, version 2.0, for the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1, a 10.3 megapixel compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor that allows for a “live” preview.
Symptom: A minute and irregular dot (dots) of colour or brightness in a recorded image.
Cause: This symptom results from an incorrect image processing firmware setting, which is easily corrected by the firmware update.
A few number of units are affected by this issue. Check in the Target device section below whether your unit is affected.
Target Device
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1 with firmware version 1 and cameras with the following serial number: * DSC-R1 4500001 - 4512100
Sony have released a new firmware update, version 2.0, for the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1, a 10.3 megapixel compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor that allows for a “live” preview. Symptom: A minute and irregular dot (dots) of colour or brightness in a recorded image. Cause: This symptom results from…
Fujfilm have released a new firmware update, v1.02, for the Fujifilm FinePix S9500 Zoom, a new 9 megapixel digital camera with a 28-300mm lens with twist-barrel zoom control (also known as the S9000).
Details of the update
The firmware (Ver.1.01 to Ver.1.02 ) update incorporates the following issues:
Updates the compatibility for 6GB Microdrives
Fujfilm have released a new firmware update, v1.02, for the Fujifilm FinePix S9500 Zoom, a new 9 megapixel digital camera with a 28-300mm lens with twist-barrel zoom control (also known as the S9000). Details of the update The firmware (Ver.1.01 to Ver.1.02 ) update incorporates the following issues: Updates the…
Pentax have released a new firmware update, version 2.00, for the 6 megapixel Pentax *ist DS DSLR.
The following functionality has been added:
1. AF mode has been added to the [Rec. Mode] in the Menu and the AF mode.
2. Auto Sensitivity has been added in the sensitivity mode
3. AE-L button on M has been added in the Custom menu.
4. The effect of Digital soft filters can be selected from weak, middle or strong
5. Dutch and Swedish languages has been added to the language
6. The sample picture will be displayed in the LCD monitor when select picture modes
7. For prevent the confusion, the item that was not able to be set by the menu, made a gray character.
Pentax have released a new firmware update, version 2.00, for the 6 megapixel Pentax *ist DS DSLR. The following functionality has been added: 1. AF mode has been added to the [Rec. Mode] in the Menu and the AF mode. 2. Auto Sensitivity has been added in the sensitivity mode…
Delkin Devices Press Release
Delkin Devices Announces Universal Pop-Up Shade for Digital Point and Shoot Cameras - Four Models Fit Most Digital Cameras, Block Glare, and Protect Expensive Camera Screen
November 30, 2005 Poway, CA— Delkin Devices, Inc., maker of premium quality eFilm® memory cards and other innovative digital photography products, is now shipping the Universal version of their popular Pop-Up Shades. All Pop-Up Shades allow you to see your camera’s LCD screen in the sun and protect it from damage. The sturdy, lightweight covers are easily installed and protect a digital camera’s expensive LCD screen. Universal Pop-Up Shades are designed to work on most digital point and shoot cameras and feature a new two-part design that allows the shade portion to be removed, leaving the LCD guard in place.
The Universal Pop-Up Shade is available in four digital camera LCD sizes: 1.6”, 1.8”, 2.0”, and 2.5”. The 1.6” also fits digital cameras with a 1.5” LCD. These four sizes fit over 90% of digital point and shoot cameras available.
Delkin Devices Press Release Delkin Devices Announces Universal Pop-Up Shade for Digital Point and Shoot Cameras - Four Models Fit Most Digital Cameras, Block Glare, and Protect Expensive Camera Screen November 30, 2005 Poway, CA— Delkin Devices, Inc., maker of premium quality eFilm® memory cards and other innovative digital photography…
PCMagazine have published their review of the Kodak Easyshare V550, a 5 megapixel camera with 3x optical zoom lens and 2.5inch LCD screen.
“Controls and menus, which are organized in a very much like those on the V530, are clear, easy to use, and numerous. In addition to the controls on the back of the camera, there are buttons etched into the metal on the top—a cool touch. These let you access scene modes, video modes, and the auto setting. The V530’s buttons are more clearly recognizable, which makes it easier to use, but the V550 clearly wins on style. We also love the dock Kodak includes with both models.”
PCMagazine have published their review of the Kodak Easyshare V550, a 5 megapixel camera with 3x optical zoom lens and 2.5inch LCD screen. “Controls and menus, which are organized in a very much like those on the V530, are clear, easy to use, and numerous. In addition to the controls…
Extensis Press Release
Extensis Portfolio 8 Centralizes Key Digital Assets for Easier Sharing Across Workgroups
Now available, Portfolio Digital Asset Management solution helps companies manage their brand more effectively.
Northampton, UK. — 1st December, 2005 — Extensis, a division of Celartem, Inc., today announced the availability of Portfolio 8, a major advance in its digital asset management (DAM) solution. The new version of Portfolio provides industrial-strength workflow features to organize and share digital files with visual catalogs and embedded metadata, making it easy to quickly find, route and distribute valuable branding collateral like images, brochures, layouts and logos within asset creation workgroups and externally with global partners. The Portfolio 8 product family includes a standalone version, Client/Server solution, as well as NetPublish and SQL Connect Modules.
Extensis Press Release Extensis Portfolio 8 Centralizes Key Digital Assets for Easier Sharing Across Workgroups Now available, Portfolio Digital Asset Management solution helps companies manage their brand more effectively. Northampton, UK. — 1st December, 2005 — Extensis, a division of Celartem, Inc., today announced the availability of Portfolio 8, a…
Medea International Press Release
New patented inkjet cartridges provide users with up to 30% more printed pages
London, UK, December 1, 2005. An innovative and patented inkjet cartridge technology from Medea International is set to revolutionise the supplies industry. The new ‘Inkrite PhotoPLUS’ technology brings many benefits which include up to a 30% increase in printed pages when compared to other 3rd party consumables and additionally at around 40% lower cost when compared to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) products.
Available now, the ‘Inkrite PhotoPLUS’ cartridges are designed for use with the most popular printers found on today’s market and will replicate life-like images of outstanding high quality.
Whilst these inkjet cartridges are aimed at all users, they will be of particular interest to the growing population of digital photographers. This type of application requires accurate replication of saturated colours and smoother tonal reproduction than traditional printing. The ‘Inkrite PhotoPLUS’ system delivers high-quality photographic images by providing both colour and greyscale performance. The specially formulated inks ensure long lasting colour and lightfastness.
Medea International Press Release New patented inkjet cartridges provide users with up to 30% more printed pages London, UK, December 1, 2005. An innovative and patented inkjet cartridge technology from Medea International is set to revolutionise the supplies industry. The new ‘Inkrite PhotoPLUS’ technology brings many benefits which include up…