Magnus the Gadget Guy

Magnus Nystedt our tech guru joined us for a hands on discussion of some really cool stuff!

2009-09-15

iPods

touch: 8GB (old model), 32GB and 64GB (faster and better graphics) - $199 (AED899), $299, $399

Nano: video camera (640x480px, 40fps), colors, FM radio, 8GB (AED649), 16GB (AED777)

shuffle: colors AED259, 2GB, 4GB ($79), special edition polished stainless steel ($99)

classic: now back at 160GB (AED1099)

iTunes: ready made ringtones (not in ME stores), arrange your apps on Mac screen, iTunes LP concept (cover art inserts, extra info)

Samsung N120 netbook

• 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor, 1GB RAM, 160GB hard drive, 10.1-inch display (1024x600 pixels), 1.3-megapixel webcam, three USB ports, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3-in-1 memory card reader, etc.
• Great keyboard, almost "full size"
• 2.1 speakers, stereo on either side of the display, sub woofer underneath
• Windows XP home
• 6-8 hour battery life
• AED1499

Sony WX1 camera

• 10.1-megapixel
• 2.7-inch display
• 24-120mm 5x zoom lens
• First digital still cameras that use back-illuminated 'Exmor R' CMOS image sensor, 200% increase in sensitivity
• Built in HDR (High Dynamic Range) functionality, takes six shots, Basically better pictures in less light
• Sweep panorama, up to 100 pictures in a 256 degree panorama, automatic stitching
• 720p video at 30fps (1280x720)
• US price $350

Sony A330 DSLR

• Positioned as a simple entry-level DSLR
• 10.2-megapixel
• 2.7 inch tilting LCD screen
• ISO range of 100-3200
• anti-shake that’s built into the body
• eye-start auto-focus
• Body small and light but feel plasticky, I'd be concerned with durability
• They've reduced external controls to make it easier to use but I don't think that's a good thing
• "Smart teleconverter" button which is just digital zoom
• Can shoot RAW
• Even in Live View it's as fast focusing and taking pictures because of as secondary sensor
• US Price about $600 with 18-55mm kit lens

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