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Kodak's Zi8 Camcorder: Not to Be Confused With the Flip

GeekSugar — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 11:11:13 -0700

After the success of the Zi6 pocket recorder, Kodak has decided to improve their line-up of camcorders by introducing the Zi8, which can easily be compared to Pure Digital's latest - the Flip Ultra HD. Available in red, black, and blue for only $180, the Zi8 offers 1080p recording, a 2.5-inch LCD display, a SD card slot, Facebook functionality, and can capture 5-megapixel stills. Kodak even announced that it'll be able to capture video in low-lighting conditions, something the Flip hasn't been able to do. I'd have to get my hands on one to see if it's better than the Flip in terms of usability and quality, but I'm definitely liking what I'm hearing!

Daily Tech: Swine Flu iPhone App For the Overly Paranoid

GeekSugar — Fri, 01 May 2009 12:36:00 -0700

It's still waiting on approval before it hits the iTunes Store, but there's actually a Swine Flu Tracker iPhone App that will show you threat levels and confirmed and suspected cases. - TechCrunch
Did you know that today is RSS Awareness Day? Yeah, me neither. Learn what a RSS Reader is and why it will change your life. - Read Write Web
Find out what the general public has to say about one of our cell phone rant issues: whether it's rude to talk on your cell phone while waiting in line. - Switched
Kodak's latest camera, the ultrazoom Z980 takes video in full HD and offers 12-megapixel resolution and a 24x optical zoom lens. It's priced at $399.99. - CrunchGear
Looks like the Internet has been in overdrive since the swine flu was announced. May people are rushing to search sites like Google and Yahoo to look for information and up-to-the-minute news on the swine flu. - USA Today

Vintage Kodak Film Canisters Make Me Long For Days Gone By

GeekSugar — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 07:27:30 -0800

I spied this collection of vintage packaging the other day, and while I was charmed, I'm sure, I didn't think anything would make me long for the days before digital.

But there you have it - vintage packaging of a Kodak film canister. The white metal can is a million times more fun than a memory card, and it's having me consider becoming a collector of these. They'd be so useful! They could hold jewelry, memory cards, any small goods. . . I feel an obsession coming on.

Malia and Sasha Obama Go High Tech For the Kids Ball

GeekSugar — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 11:50:01 -0800

Wow, the adorable Obama girls are impressing me more and more each day. We already knew that Malia rocked a Kodak M893 digital camera during the inauguration festivities on Tuesday, well the other night, her little sis' Sasha was spotted with a Flip video camcorder at the We Are the Future Kids Ball. Considering Santa brought them a Wii this year for Christmas, I can't say I'm surprised by all their tech toys!

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Daily Tech: Malia Obama Uses Her Kodak to Capture the Moment

GeekSugar — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:00:57 -0800

Barack Obama's oldest daughter, Malia Obama, used her purplish/blue Kodak M893 camera this morning to photograph her dad giving the inaugural address. - Gizmodo
Ever wonder how the Asus Eee PC Touch UI operates? Now you can watch a video that takes the user interface for a test drive. - CrunchGear
Here are some sites that will help you find out whether or not your neighborhood is safe. - Switched
Check out some of today's biggest tech deals, including an all-in-one Epson printer for $60 . - Boing Boing
iFlyz has just announced a new media stand for the iPhone that costs $30. - Unplggd

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The Bright and Sassy OLED Digital Picture Frame From Kodak

GeekSugar — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 10:03:31 -0800

At CES this week, Kodak showed off its 7.6-inch OLED digital picture frame that can store up to 10,000 photos on 2GB of internal memory. Usually I don't go ga ga over digital picture frames - I feel they are best suited for parents or grandparents - but I can't help but take notice at the plethora of functions this model has. With WiFi that can connect to RSS feeds, Flickr, and Kodak Gallery accounts, and you can access the news, weather and sports. It also comes with a quick touch border and a 180-degree viewing angle, this is far more than a digital frame.

This OLED frame was on sale on Amazon for $999, but is currently out of stock, but I'd keep checking back if you've got some really rich relatives that are on the lookout for one.

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Kodak Zi6 Pocket Camera to Challenge My Trusty Flip?

GeekSugar — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 02:03:07 -0700

I'm obviously a big fan of the Flip Video camera because of its portability and simple video uploading functions. My YouTube page has never been easier to populate! And of course, since the Flip was first on the scene, there are bound to be challengers pop up with improved capabilities. Enter the Kodak Zi6 Pocket Video Camera.

Coming just in time for the holiday season on Oct. 1, the Zi6 boasts some pretty impressive specs: HD recording at 16:9 aspect ratio, flip-out USB connector, 2.4-inch screen, on board slow motion playback, tripod mountable body, and an expandable SD/SDHC card slot that can hold up to 32 GB, which equals hours of video fun. The Zi6 is priced at an affordable $180 in your choice of black or pink, and will come stocked with video editing software to let you personalize your flicks with text, music, and still-photo extraction for sharing. It's the newest evolution in on-the-go video cameras! I'm definitely adding this bad boy to my Christmas list this year!

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Kodak's Zi6 HD Pocket Video Camera Is Almost Here

GeekSugar — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 10:01:17 -0700

Look out Flip Mino, there's a new pocket cam in town, Kodak's Zi6 HD, she's mini, she's mighty and she comes color coated in pink or black.

The good? She only weighs 3.8 ounces, comes with a built-in USB connector, her memory can be expanded with an SD card, and she runs off AA batteries. The great? She only costs $179.95, can record High Def video files and you can already start pre-ordering her for (fingers crossed) a Fall release date!

Five Fresh Cameras Coming This Fall and Winter

GeekSugar — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 06:00:16 -0700

I love how Summer is halfway over - bite my tongue, did I honestly just say that?! - yet there are all these bright and vivacious digital cameras making their debut. I guess Fall is the new Summer? Whatever it is, I'll take it, because the following five cameras are too irresistible not to consider for your Fall and Winter gadget line up.

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Shiny and New Kodak Camera Cases

GeekSugar — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 07:15:49 -0800

Finding the perfect camera case can be a daunting task. First you have to decide if you want a case that fits into a purse, or if you can settle for a case that doubles as a wallet as well. Then there are size issues, and making sure the case will protect your camera plus finding something that is reasonably priced. During CES, I happened to have the chance to check out some of Kodak's new cases, which expand on their fashion camera bag series line. The cases are tiny, fashionable and are not exclusive to Kodak cameras. The fact that you could use one by itself or throw it in a purse is a double bonus. And with other Kodak cases priced in the $15 to $25 range, I'm sure these ones will be equally inexpensive! Keep checking back to the Kodak site for purchasing info.

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