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Last week, HP unveiled a new pocket camcorder to add to the already crowded space, and now pocket cam pioneer Flip is updating its line of offerings. Both the UltraHD and MinoHD camcorders are new and improved, featuring enhanced HD shooting (including image stabilization, which was noticeably missing from past models), more personalization options, and an enhanced version of FlipShare, the Read more
Kodak released two new cameras this morning — one digital photo, one camcorder — that will not only be super easy to pack along for your late Summer travels (thanks to their small stature), but will also make it incredibly simple to share images with friends and family in just a few steps. First up, the Kodak M590 digital camera. Coming with a 14.5MP lens, this camera lets you share your Read more
Apple has just released its latest OS X update — 10.5.6, which offers many improvements and fixes. — Gizmodo Here's a pretty sweet deal from Best Buy. If you purchase a second-generation iPod Touch (8GB), you'll get a $50 gift card in return. — CNET Optimal Home Location is a neat new site that uses Google Maps to help you find a central home location between your family's daily stops. Read more
Oprah kicked off her annual favorite things extravaganza by giving her entire studio audience a Samsung Progressive HD Camcorder. We already knew she was a huge fan of the Flip Ultra Video Camera and now with this camcorder, Oprah can take video and high quality pictures with the flip of a switch. The Samsung SC-HMX10C allows you to directly upload videos to your computer and print pictures Read more
Cisco announced this morning that it would be discontinuing the popular Flip Camcorder lineup and laying off 550 employees to boot. While I've been a Flip fan since the beginning, you can't help but notice the upswing in smartphone use to capture on-the-go videos. But if you don't want to rely solely on your iPhone, Android, or BlackBerry device to record your life, check out these handy pocket Read more
There are a number of events that you might want to live stream — parties and weddings being two of them — but besides using a webcam and a laptop, you've been limited in the number of ways you can pull it off. Sony is making things a little easier with the Bloggie Live ($250) — its popular pocket camcorder with a live twist. The Bloggie Live shoots video in full 1080p quality for Read more
While this would've been perfect for tropical Summer getaways, Kodak's new Playfull waterproof video camera has us itching to plan a new island vacation as an excuse to put its waterproof function to the test. The just-announced gadget packs 720p HD video quality in its four-inch, pocket-size frame and withstands up to 10 feet under water for up to two hours. Included camera effects are black Read more
A dinosaur amusement park is coming to New Jersey in 2012 — animatronic dinosaurs only — SlashFilm The Steve Jobs book is Amazon's 2011 best-selling book — Newser Awful video-game inventions that really exist — Cracked A new hangover remedy gets FDA approval — Tecca Software update turns Nintendo 3DS into 3D camcorder — Dvice Five PayPal alternatives for online transactions — Read more
It's hard to believe that we're halfway through November already, but it's true. Not only is it time to start thinking about your guest list for Thanksgiving dinner, but also your Black Friday shopping list. Get a head start on your planning by checking out these Black Friday ads that are already posted online for your browsing pleasure. Amazon Motorola phones will be on sale for just a penny. Read more
The Black Friday ads are rolling in, and we're just getting started on our shopping lists! If you're hitting up Kmart or Office Depot next Friday for the big sales, here are the gadgets and gear we'd keep an eye out for. Looking for more ads? Check out our Black Friday deal roundup page. Kmart If you're looking for a camcorder to capture family moments, snatch up the Sony Compact Camcorder Read more
