Monthly Archives: March 2010

Lucky!!! Early iPad Video Review

I just finished my late night check of Macrumors.com (my nightly ritual) and noticed there were several reviews as some lucky folks were able to get their hands on the new iPad a few days early to the April 3rd launch date. Check out PC Magazine’s review below.

Harmony for Everyone

I’ve been a big fan of Logitech’s Harmony Universal remotes for a long time….even before Logitech owned the product line. I’ve owned two of these magical devices and still manage to “Wow” my friends with this incredible device. However, the price range was not fit for just anybody with some units costing you anywhere from $100-$300. But, because I am a geek, I bought one anyway and I can proudly say I’m still impressed with how easy it was to setup and how easy it is to use. Today, I am happy to share that Logitech has released a new Harmony remote that will only set you back $49.99. This is truly a great day for everyone! How easy is this remote to use? Simply download their free software to any computer, plug the remote into your computer with the supplied USB cable, tell the computer what equipment it has, answer a few questions and then hit “Update.” In just a few minutes this remote can completely program itself to run over 5000 different pieces of equipment and do all the magic it took multiple remotes to do. For example, when I hit the Watch DVD button, it turns on my TV, ensures it is on the correct input, turns on my receiver, sets the correct receiver input, turns on my DVD player and starts playing. No more messing with complicated macro functions or programming. If for some reason it doesn’t do what you want, you hit the help button and it walks you through the process of correctly turning on your devices…..it couldn’t be easier! So, if you are tired of gluing all your remotes to a piece of plywood and calling it your universal remote command center and want to get rid of all those bad boys, you may want to check out the Logitech Harmony 300. It is certain to be a great device for your home theater at a price point that is attractive to just about everyone. Check out the article from Engadget.com for more information. The following video is from Engadget.com’s website.

How Can Bluetooth Protect Your Children?

So, it was a ‘Lazy Sunday’ that brought me in touch with this next product. I was cleaning up the office and ran across our old baby monitor behind the toy box. It served its intended purpose, but I always wanted something better to watch over my son. I searched for many months for a good WiFi video camera, but price, size, portability, and ease of use all became roadblocks in my mind. Just when I had given up, I ran across the world’s first Bluetooth Web Camera.

Know as the BT-1, this Bluetooth Webcam seems to meet all my requirements for an incredible monitoring device. It’s small, portable, capable of providing good quality and completely wireless….in fact it connects to your computer via bluetooth. They even sell a bluetooth extender, giving you an extra 100 feet of range for only $29.99. This USB extender can also provide your non-bluetooth computer WITH bluetooth. The camera sells for $149.99 and can be ordered from Ecamm’s website. Check out the BT-1 Bluetooth Web Camera at www.bt-1.com.

True Artistic Gaming! “New” Gran Turismo 5 Trailer

I love fast cars and racing of any kind, but have very few opportunities to feed this passion on a daily basis, which is why some of us buy gaming systems. For all of you PlayStation 3 fans out there, I’m sure some of you have been anxiously awaiting the next, major installment of Gran Turismo 5. Unfortunately, you and I will still have to wait a bit longer, but I thought I would share with you their latest trailer in beautiful high definition. I cannot wait to experience this game on my home theater system! Enjoy the clip!

The ‘James Bond’ of Pocket Video Cameras

The ‘James Bond’ of HD Pocket Video Cameras from heathaplexVISION on Vimeo.

heathaplexVISION reviews the Kodak Zi8. Listen to what this camera has to offer and see actual video footage in 1080p, 720p 60fps, and 720p. The Kodak Zi8 is absolutely “Best in Class” for pocket video cameras. Visit Kodak.com for additional information.

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