July 1st, 2013
Canon has just unveiled globally the EOS 70D. The DSLR is Wi-Fi enabled and comes with new Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology – for faster focusing speeds and improved Movie Servo AF.
Available in August 2013, price TBA.
The new Canon EOS 70D DSLR with Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology.
The EOS 70D is embedded with a powerful DIGIC 5+ image processor and a 20.2-megapixel APS-C sized CMOS sensor.
Canon EOS 70D: DIGIC 5+ image processor, 20.2-megapixel APS-C sized CMOS sensor, 100 to 12800 (expandable to 25600).
The first model in the EOS series to showcase the new Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology, a phase-difference autofocus (AF) technology, the EOS 70D achieves approximately 30% faster focusing speeds and delivers improved Movie Servo AF tracking during Live View shooting.
The new Dual Pixel CMOS AF Technology replicates how the human eye behaves. When switching between various AF points or areas, promising smoother and more natural transitions during the focusing process.
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: cameras, Canon, DSLR, EOS, photography, unveil
Posted in Announce, Cameras, Canon, DSLR, EOS, Gadgets, Specifications | 1 Comment »
July 1st, 2013
White nights, midnight sun and paying a social visit to Santa Claus at his hometown at the Arctic Circle.
Uspenski Cathedral in Helsinki. The clear blue skies was a relief from the haze back in South East Asia. Taken with Nikon D600 with 24-120mm lens.
It all started back in 1991 with the liberation of the Baltic States from the Soviet Union which was subsequently followed by the collapse and breakup of the Soviet bloc.
The old town square in Tallinn teems with tourists and artisans celebrating the city’s history and traditional crafts. Photo taken with Nikon D600 with 24-120mm lens.
Since then, my wife and I have always wondered about what these three brave Baltic States were like – Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania.
As students then, we’d heard so little about these three newly-minted (then) countries.
So it was that – two decades after those tumultuous times – we decided to visit Estonia’s capital Tallinn during the children’s school holidays this year.
The easiest approach was via Helsinki.
We flew direct to the capital of Finland via Finnair and then made a day trip via a 2-hour ferry across the Gulf of Finland.
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Arctic, Estonia, Europe, Finland, Finland 2013, Helsinki, holiday, midnight sun, Porvoo, Rovaniemi, Russia, Santa Claus, St Petersburg, Tallinn, travel, vacation
Posted in Cameras, DSLR, Events, Finland 2013, Gadgets, Holiday, Lens, MIL, NIKKOR, Nikon, Photography, Photos, Samsung | 4 Comments »
June 30th, 2013
The Nokia 301 feature phone comes with Dual SIM and numbered hard keypad. Available in black and white at Nokia Stores, Nokia Solutions Partners and selected retailers.
The new dual-SIM Nokia 301 feature phone is available in Singapore for S$149 in black and white.
The Nokia 301 has battery life of up to 39 days on standby – when using the single SIM version on a 3G network.
Step-by-step voice instructions guide you through taking a self-portrait, while a 100-degree panorama function lets you squeeze more into your snapshot.
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: available, dual SIM, feature, Nokia, phone, Singapore
Posted in Availability, Gadgets, Nokia, Prices, Specifications | 3 Comments »
June 28th, 2013
The high-performance desktops feature ASUS SonicMaster audio, Smart Cooling technology and a removable UPS for data safety with mobile device recharging. Prices and specs within.
ASUS G10 and M51 ship with the latest 4th generation Intel Core processors.
The latest G10 and M51 Desktop PCs from ASUS ship with the latest 4th generation Intel Core processors and NVIDIA GeForce GTX graphics for smooth multitasking and high-performance gaming.
SRP (without monitor)
|
| G10AC-UPS |
S$1,770 |
| G10AC |
S$1,640 |
| M51AC-UPS |
S$1,290 |
| M51AC |
S$1,160 |
Both new desktops also feature ASUS Smart Cooling technology for cooler and quieter operation, and ASUS Power Pack — a removable UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) that can also be used as a portable battery charger for smartphones and tablets.
In addition, the G10 and M51 are its first desktop PCs to feature ASUS SonicMaster audio technology for enhanced sound quality.
Tags: Asus, availability, computers, desktops, Intel, NVIDIA, prices, Singapore, specs
Posted in Announce, Asus, Desktops, Gadgets, Intel, NVIDIA, Prices, Specifications, Windows 8 | No Comments »
June 27th, 2013
Sony has announced that its new Cyber-shot RX 100 II, Cyber-shot RX1R cameras will be available in Singapore from August 2013, while the HVL-F43M external flash will be available in July.
Update (1 July, 2013):
Sony has announced the pricing for its new Cyber-shot RX 100 II (S$999) and Cyber-shot RX1R (S$3,999) cameras.
From today, the retail price of the DSC-RX100 has been reduced to S$849 (from S$999).
Sony’s new 20,2MP Cyber-shot RX 100 II (left) and 24.3MP Cyber-shot RX1R (right) cameras will be available in Singapore from August 2013 onwards.
The Cyber-shot RX1R is a new full-frame compact camera and is the sister version of the Cyber-shot RX1.
Sony Cyber-shot RX1R is a S$3,999 full-frame compact camera with 24.3 megapixels and Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* F2 lens.
It has 24.3 effective megapixels and a Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* F2 lens.
The RX1R removes the optical low-pass filter (OLPF) found in front of the RX1’s sensor, enabling flawless capture of fine details without any distortions.
This makes it ideal for taking landscape and other high-detail scenes.
The camera’s compatibility with TRILUMINOS Colour technology ensures richer, more natural colours when viewing stills and video on the latest generation of BRAVIA televisions with TRILUMINOS Display.
Sony Cyber-shot RX100 II comes with 20.2 megapixels, Wi-Fi and NFC. S$999.
The new Cyber-shot RX100 II builds on the popular Cyber-shot RX100, with enhanced picture quality and convenient new features such as Wi-Fi and easy One-touch smartphone connection with NFC.
The RX100 II possesses increased sensor sensitivity with 20.2 effective megapixel back-illuminated Exmor R 1.0-type CMOS sensor, delivering DSLR-style shots regardless of the shooting situation.
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: accessories, availability, cameras, compact, Cyber-shot, Flash, full-frame, Singapore, Sony
Posted in Accessories, Announce, Availability, camera flash, Cameras, Compact camera, Cyber-shot, Gadgets, Prices, Sony, Specifications | No Comments »
June 19th, 2013
The next generation of “CC” desktop applications include Adobe Photoshop CC, and delivers new community and publishing capabilities. Current Creative Cloud members get the update free.
The major update is free for existing Creative Cloud subscribers.
Adobe Creative Cloud for Individuals was launched in Singapore last month and for teams in Jaunary.
“… in addition to the traditional areas of innovation these apps are now connected to the powerful publishing and community features integral to the Creative Cloud experience,” said David Wadhwani, senior vice president and general manager, Digital Media, Adobe.
This latest Creative Cloud release includes new features in the set of “CC” desktop applications and sophisticated cross-device collaboration and publishing capabilities.
Creative files can be stored and shared, via Creative Cloud, on Mac OS, Windows, iOS and Android.
Behance, a leading online creative community, is now integrated with Creative Cloud, so customers can showcase work, get feedback on projects and gain global exposure.
15 Adobe CC desktop applications
The new CC desktop applications include Adobe Photoshop CC, InDesign CC, Illustrator CC, Dreamweaver CC, Premiere Pro CC.
- Individuals: S$66
- CS3-5.5: S$39
- Students/teachers: S$39
- Team: US$69.99 per seat
Adobe Creative Cloud includes more than 30 tools and services that enable professional-grade content creation and delivery across print, web, mobile apps, video and photography.
Hundreds of new features are included in these latest versions of Adobe’s industry-defining desktop tools, some of which are highlighted here in my earlier update.
Adobe Creative Cloud Powers Frictionless Creative Workflows
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Adobe, cloud, Creative Cloud, Dreamweaver, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Singapore, software, suite, update
Posted in Adobe, After Effects, Announce, App, Availability, Cloud, Creative Cloud, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Flash, Illustrator, InDesign, Photography, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Prices, Software, Specifications | No Comments »
June 10th, 2013
This is Tim Cook’s second Apple WWDC at the helm of Apple, with a slew of announcements after a dearth of new products.
Tim Cook’s second WWDC at the helm of Apple.
The annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) this year is being held from June 10 – 14 at San Francisco’s Moscone West.
Tickets went on sale on 26 April earlier this year – with each ticket going for US$1,599.
A compilation of the main releases from the keynote can be found at the Apple WWDC 2013 event page on the tech4tea Facebook page.
Below are the main revelations at the keynote of WWDC 2013
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Apple, iOS, iOS7, iTunes, MacBook, MacBook Air, Mavericks, OS X, WWDC
Posted in Announce, App, Apple, Audio, Cloud, Gadgets, iOS, iPad, iPhone, iPod, Mac, Mac OS, MacBook, Prices, Seminars, Specifications, Tickers | No Comments »
June 7th, 2013
Samsung has announced in Korea the LTE-capable GALAXY S4 Active – its answer to the Sony Xperia Z – in terms of dust and water resistance. It is expected to be available in Singapore in Q3 2013.
Update (10 July, 2013):
The Urban Gray version of the Samsung GALAXY S4 ACTIVE With LTE will be available in Singapore from 13 July. RRP: SGD$898 (incl. GST but excluding contract).
The Orange Flare version will be available end-July.
Don’t be surprised if you see the new Samsung GALAXY S4 Active in Singapore as early as July.
The GALAXY S4 Active is designed to be the “perfect companion for exploration, activity and adventure”.
“The GALAXY S4 Active is the newest addition to the GALAXY series and is purposefully designed for active users who love the outdoors,” said JK Shin, CEO and President of IT & Mobile Communications Division at Samsung Electronics.
It is targeted at the active user who wants to stay connected while exploring environments from the most rugged mountain trails to the roughest rivers.
Recognizing the demands of a dynamic lifestyle, the GALAXY S4 Active was engineered to keep active users connected as they explore and experience the world around them.
The GALAXY S4 Active has qualified protection from dust and water (IP67), so you never have to leave the device at home during a long day at the beach or dusty hike.
The fully sealed design keeps dust particles out and protects against water damage for up to 30 minutes of submergence at a depth of one meter.
The “IP” in IP67 stands for International Protection against ingress of solid foreign objects and harmful ingress of water.
The highest level is IP68.
Equipped with a water-resistant earphone jack, the GALAXY S4 Active frees you to use earphones in more adventurous conditions, in the same way you’ve used them in normal ones.
Whether capturing every moment of a wild rafting trip or taking a great underwater photo in the pool, the device’s unique construction lets users capture amazing moments previously impossible using a normal smartphone.
“Samsung has taken the innovative features of the GALAXY S4 and added breakthrough protective design elements to create a device that thrives in an active environment and is built for a lifestyle of travel and exploration.”
The Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) smartphone has a 5-inch’ Full HD (1920 x 1080) TFT LCD screen (443 PPI) touch screen, with a 2,600mAh battery.
The GALAXY S4 Active is powered by a 1.9 GHZ Quad-Core processor.
It measures 139.7 x 71.3 x 9.1 mm and weighs 153g.
The smartphone has a 8-megapixel rear camera with LED flash light and 2-megapixel front camera.
Below are the technical specifications for the Samsung GALAXY S4 Active.
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Android, Android 4, Galaxy, Jelly Bean, LTE, S4, Samsung, Singapore, smartphones, water resistant
Posted in Announce, Gadgets, GALAXY, Lifestyle, Phones, S4, Samsung, Sports | 1 Comment »
June 6th, 2013
HP’s new data center network fabric is built on HP FlexNetwork architecture, enabling business agility for clients by delivering two times greater scalability and 75% less complexity over current network fabrics while reducing network provisioning time from months to minutes.
Pricing and availability within.
HP FlexiFabric 11908, FlexiFabric 12916 and FlexiFabric 12910 SDN switches.
As companies move to a cloud environment, legacy network architectures are buckling under the pressure for instant access to applications and services that offer a high-quality user experience.
“For the past 20 years, data center networks have lagged in supporting new enterprise demands for cloud, virtualisation and big data,” Morten Illum, vice president and general manager, HP Networking, Asia Pacific and Japan.
Organisations are struggling with the complexity of current data center network fabric designs, which require manual device-by-device configurations and limit the performance of bandwidth-intensive applications.
HP is addressing these challenges with a series of software-defined network (SDN) data center switches that deliver advanced automation capabilities and industry-leading scalability for bandwidth-intensive applications such as Hadoop.
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: HP, interviews, networking, SDN, Singapore, switches
Posted in Appliances, Enterprise IT, Events, HP, Interview, Network, Prices, Switches | 1 Comment »
June 5th, 2013
Four of the these are colour printing machines while the remaining three are monochorme lasers. These new printers and Multi-Function Centres (MFCs) are targeted at small office / home office (SOHO) and small-medium businesses (SMBs).
Available in late June. Prices within.
Singapore is the first country to launch these 7 new Brother printers/MFCs in Southeast Asia.
To cater to cost-conscious SOHO/SMBs, the new monochrome printers/MFCs use affordable toners.
|
Black Toner |
Drum |
| Serial |
TN-1000 |
DR-1000 |
| SRP |
SG$52 |
SG$32 |
| Yield |
1,000 |
10,000 |
And to prevent paper jams, the new hassle-free printing technology includes a longer side guide to reduce paper skew, a short paper pass of 220mm, and an anti-curl system.
An enhanced two-roller system also picks up and separates the paper more efficiently.
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Brother, colour, Equinox, laser, launch, monochrome, multi-function, printers, Singapore
Posted in Accessories, Brother, Events, Gadgets, Laserjet, Launch, Prices, Printers, Specifications | No Comments »
