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Panasonic Unveils Extra Large 16GB SD Memory Card

GeekSugar — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 15:00:49 PDT

Just when I thought 4GB was a big enough size for a MicroSD card, Panasonic has come out with a 16GB Pro High Speed SDHC Memory Card which has a data transfer speed of up to 20MB/s.

Featured on The Daily Geek, this ginormo card can tape up to four hours of high def video in AVCHD normal mode, and approximately 3 hours of 1920 x 1080i full High Definition video in AVCHD fine mode. Also use with cameras and other compatible portable electronics.

Expect to see these hit stores in November with a price tag of $320 - no surprises there.

MicroSD Card Cell Phone/Camera Strap

GeekSugar — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 10:00:03 PDT

I can't say I regularly tote around miniSD cards, but if this fun holder could carry a USB stick, I'd be all for it. These card eating straps which I saw on OhGizmo! can be attached to cell phones and cameras so you know exactly where your memory card is at all times. Maybe not as bling as the Louis Vuitton charm but much more practical and user-friendly than the cell phone cuffs! Priced at $10.

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One Sexy, One Green: Sprint Pushes Out Two New 4G LTE Phones at CES

Kristy Korcz — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:30:04 PST

Sprint customers will soon have a wider range of choices when it comes to phone selection. The company announced two new phones at the Consumer Electronics Show this week, one with an advanced OS, the other with a green thumb. Check out the details on each of them below, and stay tuned for pricing and release date information.

Galaxy Nexus
You've heard its name before. Samsung's Galaxy Nexus is one blazing-hot phone that you should definitely keep an eye on. Coming with 4G LTE speeds and Google's Ice Cream Sandwich operating system - which boasts an all new interface, facial recognition, NFC technology, native support for Google Wallet, and lots more - the Galaxy Nexus is a tough act to follow. Not to mention its 4.65-inch Super AMOLED touchscreen, 1.2Ghz dual-core processor, and teardrop-shaped bod. Sexy.

LG Viper
The LG Viper may be eco-friendly - its casing is made of 35 percent recycled plastics and comes with an energy-efficient charger - but that doesn't mean it's boring as dirt. The Viper is a 4G LTE phone, and comes with a 1.2Ghz dual-core processor, two cameras (one 5MP rear-facing and one VGA front-facing), and a nice 4-inch WVGA NOVA display. Plus, you can expand your on-board memory up to 32GB with your own microSD card.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Gets a Closeup at CES

Kristy Korcz — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:16:22 PST

Looking for a super-sleek tablet in 2012? Get a load of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 that debuted today at CES. On the inside, the Galaxy Tab 7.7 is coming with Android 3.2 Honeycomb, dual cameras (a 3MP rear-facing and 2MP forward-facing), and 16GB of on-board storage and supports up to a 32GB microSD card, 4G LTE connectivity, and a 1.4 GHz dual-core processor, but it's the outside that really gets the attention here. The Galaxy Tab 7.7 boasts a beautiful Super AMOLED Plus touchscreen display and an incredibly slim profile - it's less than half an inch thick and weighs roughly 12 ounces. That's pretty impressive. Bonus - it comes with infrared technology so you can use it as a universal remote. How thoughtful.

If the price is right, the Galaxy Tab 7.7 could be the next hot tablet on the market. I know I'm interested!

LG Spectrum Is Perfect For Video Lovers

Kristy Korcz — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 09:25:57 PST

LG introduced its newest Android smartphone at CES this morning, the Spectrum. This slim phone features a 4.5-inch True HD IPS display, which brings TV technology to your mobile. Stocked with a 1.5GHz dual core processor and 1GB of RAM, the Spectrum was made with video streaming in mind - its HD screen boasts 329 pixels per inch and a 16:9 aspect ratio, while other goodies like ESPN streaming in HD and 1080p video recording and playback make it an entertainment powerhouse. It comes stocked with 4GB of on-board memory and a pre-installed 16GB microSD card, but you can expand that storage space up to 32GB if you want to tote more videos, photos, or music.

The Spectrum will launch with Android 2.3 Gingerbread (upgradable to Ice Cream Sandwich) on Jan. 19 for $200 with a two-year contract.

6 Reasons to Love the Asus Eee Pad Transformer Prime

Kristy Korcz — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 09:49:49 PST

The holidays are coming, which means there will be lots of new products hitting the scene before prime shopping time. And speaking of prime, Asus officially announced its entry into the tablet and ultrabook category - the Eee Pad Transformer Prime - this morning. Priced at $499 for a 32GB model and $599 for a 64GB version, the Eee Pad Transformer Prime has a number of features that will get your geeky juices flowing. Learn about six of them below.

It's tiny - The Transformer Prime is only 8.3mm thick and weighs just over a pound, which will make this a perfect choice for frequent travelers.
The optional dock - The Transformer Prime can, well, transform into an ultrabook with the addition of the optional $149 keyboard dock, which comes with a touchpad, USB port, and SD card slot, even an independent battery helping you stay productive for longer.
It's incredibly powerful - For a tablet, the Transformer Prime will blow you away. Coming stocked with a NVIDIA Tegra 3 1.4 GHz quad-core processor, this tablet is the fastest on the market. Additionally, the Transformer Prime will come with 1GB of RAM, and while it will run Android 3.2 when it launches in December, Asus promises there will be an update to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich by the end of the year.
It'll go the distance - The Transformer Prime battery will keep on chuggin'. The tablet itself is said to last for 12 hours, and when paired with the keyboard dock, you'll get a whopping 18 hours of powered bliss.
The cameras - The backside of the Transformer Prime is equipped with an 8MP rear-facing camera with LED flash that shoots full 1080p HD video, fast shutter speeds, and touch focus, while the front sports a 1.2MP forward-facing cam for video chatting. It even comes with a microSD slot so you can easily upload your photos.
Color options - Finally, some choices! The Transformer Prime will come in two colors - amethyst gray and champagne gold.

I have to admit that I'm intrigued and can't wait to see the Transformer Prime in action. Get a better look at the setup in the gallery!

Droid Bionic Living Large on Verizon For $299

Kristy Korcz — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 11:41:09 PDT

The large smartphone trend continues: Verizon announced the availability of the Droid Bionic, on sale starting Sept. 8, for $299. Coming with a 4.3-inch qHD screen, this phone should stand up to abuse put forth by your bag, drops, scrapes, and lots more, thanks to the super-tough Gorilla glass screen and will be really easy to read your texts, emails, and all your favorite websites outdoors in the sun with the dual-layer antireflective coating and Adobe flash installed.

But this phone isn't all about the outside. On the inside, the Droid Bionic boasts 4G LTE connection speeds, an Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread OS, lightning fast dual-core 1Ghz processor, and 1GB of RAM, 8MP rear-facing camera with flash and 1080p video capture quality, and 16GB of on-board memory (with an included 16GB microSD card and support for 32GB microSD cards). Basically, this thing can handle whatever you need it to - whether it's fast uploads and downloads, quickly browsing the Internet, or taking high-quality pictures and video (and storing them all on your phone). Plus, multitasking is intuitive with multiwindows, and you can mirror your video or photo playback on your big screen with an HDMI cable.

The price only goes up from the initial $299 tag, though, as you'll need to sign up for a $40 450-minute voice plan and a $30 2GB-data plan. You can also choose to shell out another $30 a month for a 2GB data tethering option, bringing your total monthly cost for the Droid Bionic to $70-$100 a month before taxes and fees.