Win an Apple iPad Pouch (Uniea U-Sleaf) - Geekanoids February 2010 Competition

Geekanoids February 2010 Competition - win a Uniea U-Sleaf Pouch for the Apple iPad. Yes, you read it right, one lucky winner could win a U-Sleaf pouch (I have one here right now) that is the perfect fit for the Apple iPad. It could be with you first week of March, in time for your late March iPad delivery. Check out the video for details of how to enter.

Open to all, any age, any country. Please only one entry per person. No swearing please. Closing date is midnight on 28th February 2010. Winner will be randomly chosen from all entries. No correspondence will be entered into. Geekanoids decision is final.


Manufacturer website: http://www.uniea.com/

Olympus Announce 
µ TOUGH-8010 and µ TOUGH-6020

When the going gets tough, the tough get going, so the saying goes. And that’s certainly true of the Olympus µ TOUGH-8010 and µ TOUGH-6020. Whether you soak them, drop them, or freeze them, these 14 Megapixel action cameras just keep on performing, taking outstanding pictures and HD movies. Up to 5x wide zoom brings you right to where the action is, and the built-in Dual Image Stabilisation helps during fast-paced chaotic shoots. These tough cookies can store even more with up to 2GB internal memory, and you can intuitively surf through your albums using the new [ib] software.

Essential companions on any adventure, the Olympus 
µ TOUGH-8010 and µ TOUGH-6020 are available to buy from March 2010 for a retail price of £399.99 and £319.99 respectively.

 

The Olympus µ TOUGH-8010 and µ TOUGH-6020 – main features:

  • Shockproof to 2m**, waterproof to 10m***, crushproof to 100kg**** freezeproof to -10°C and scratchproof (µ TOUGH-6020: shockproof to 1.5m**, waterproof to 5m*** and freezeproof to -10°C)
  • 5x wide optical zoom (28-140mm*)
  • Dual Image Stabilisation (combines mechanical and digital image stabilisation)
  • HD movie recording and HDMI technology
  • 14 Megapixels
  • 2GB internal memory (µ TOUGH-6020: 1GB) and SD***** Card compatible
  • Photo Surfing and [ib] software
  • Improved TAP Control Menu
  • 6.9cm/2.7” HyperCrystal III LCD (230,000 dots)
  • Advanced Face Detection and Shadow Adjustment Technology
  • Intelligent Auto Mode (i-Auto) and AF Tracking
  • Magic Filters
  • Manometer (µ TOUGH-8010 only)
  • In-Camera Manual
  • USB charging
  • Available in Platinum Silver and Midnight Black (µ TOUGH-8010) or in Midnight Black, Candy Pink, Steel Blue, and Cosmic Green 
(µ TOUGH-6020)

* Equivalent to a 35mm camera
** Equivalent to MIL Standard (Olympus test conditions)
*** According to IEC standard publication 529 IPX8
**** According to Olympus test conditions
***** SD is a trademark of SD Card Association

 

Geekanoids January 2010 Zoombits Competition Result

Geekanoids January 2010 Zoombits Competition Result. Throughout January I was running a competition where one lucky winner could win a selection of four red gadgets from Zoombits.co.uk - a Dead Fred Pen Holder, Razer Pro Click Mouse, Mathmos Battery Light and a Joby Gorillapod.

Well, the winner is announced today. Check out the video... and don't forget to keep checking my channel for even more great videos and competitions.

Olympus Announce SP-800UZ and SP-600UZ

 Scaling new heights in the compact market, Olympus proudly presents the latest from their ultra-zoom camera series. Equipped with a staggering 30x wide optical zoom covering a 28-840mm* focal length, the 14 Megapixel SP-800UZ makes other contenders pale in comparison. Whether snapping photos or trying out the new HD movie shooting option, a colossal internal memory of 2GB gives you the freedom to capture more. The 3” LCD displays in 16:9 format, which makes sharing the fruits of your labour with friends even more enjoyable. Little sister SP-600UZ also has built-in Dual Image Stabilisation, rendering clean, sharp images. The new [ib] software allows you to effortlessly tag your photos while browsing your albums gets simpler with Photo Surfing.

Making it easy to shoot and easy to share the Olympus SP-800UZ and SP-600UZ are available in Titanium Silver from March 2010 for a retail price of £369.99 and £259.99 respectively.

 

 

The Olympus SP-800UZ and SP-600UZ – main features:
  • 30x wide optical zoom (28-840mm*) (SP-600UZ: 15x, 28-420mm*)
  • Dual Image Stabilisation (combines mechanical and digital image stabilisation)
  • High-speed 10fps sequence shooting HD movie recording and HDMI technology
  • 14 Megapixels (SP-600UZ: 12 Megapixels)
  • 2GB internal memory (SP-600UZ: 1GB) and SD Card compatible**
  • Photo Surfing and [ib] software
  • 3” LCD with 16:9 wide format (230,000 dots) (SP-600UZ: 2.7” LCD (230,000 dots))
  • Advanced Face Detection and Shadow Adjustment Technology
  • Intelligent Auto Mode (i-Auto) and AF Tracking
  • Magic Filters, Beauty Mode, In-Camera Panorama
  • Built-in flash In-Camera Manual
  • USB charging (SP-800UZ only)
*35mm camera equivalent
**SD is a trademark of SD Card Association

 

Apple iPad First Look Preview

Geekanoids Hands-off Impressions of the Apple iPad. Let's take a closer look, differences between the Wifi and the Wifi+GPS version, possible use of MiFi with the iPad, docking, accessories, will it replace a MacBook or MacBook Pro?


Check out more great reviews on my YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/geekanoids/

Apple iPad Special Event Coverage Jan 2010 - part 4

Geekanoids Apple Special Event Coverage Jan 2010 - part 4. The Apple iPad is officially announced. This video contains full specifications, what apps & functionality will be on the iPad. Details and design, photos and that all important pricing.

This is part four of my coverage. More videos on my channel tomorrow.

Apple iPad Special Event Coverage Jan 2010 - part 3

Geekanoids Apple Special Event Coverage Jan 2010 - part 3. The Apple iPad is officially announced. This video contains more specifications, details of iWork on the iPad, plus the important pricing information on both the Wifi & the Wifi+3G version.

This is part three of my coverage. Check back very soon for more.

Apple iPad Special Event Coverage Jan 2010 - part 2

Geekanoids Apple Special Event Coverage Jan 2010 - part 2. The Apple iPad is officially announced. This video contains details of the specifications of the new device, how apps run on it, plus some specially developed apps for the iPad.

This is part two of my coverage. Check back very soon for more.


This video was uploaded whilst the event is still going on.

In search of a NetBook Sleeve that Works!

For many years I have been coveting my Apple goodies. Often wrapping them up in cotton wool, or if the fluffy stuff runs out, then I get myself a sleeve. I have tried and tested many MacBook and MacBook Pro sleeves over the years, from the likes of Macally and CaseMate to name just a couple. I can remember ordering my first MacBook Pro case about a month before even owning the laptop itself.

However, when it comes to these tiny little NetBooks they more often than not come with a sleeve in the box. A recent purchase of one for my daughter revealed that the included sleeve is indeed free. In this case free, really meant worthless, as it offered little or no protection. I hadn't pre-ordered one either, because I thought the manufacturer (Toshiba) would have at least thought about the type of market they are selling into. In my opinion a high percentage of these NetBooks will be accompany the young student to school (as in this case too) and as such they will get thrown into school bags, bumped around for the school day and generally not really well cared for. So my task this weekend was to find an alternative. There are plenty to choose from, but I have settled on ordering a Be.ez LA Robe after reading a review on iGadget Life, it looks like a nice little pouch offering up a decent amount of styling, mixed with a nice degree of styling too. Maybe now my daughters little netbook will last more than a couple of months between being summoned to their IT room for repair.

A to Play Offers Up An Alternative View

Whilst doing my weekend surfing, I stumbled across 'A to Play' a new website that offers up some no-nonsense writing on alternative media. I liked what I read, including this interesting review of a recent Top Gear Special. It is not often that I spend much time on one website, often flitting between numerous news, rumour and Mac orientated destinations, but 'A to Play' had me reading for quite a while. The Top Gear article and recent Bayonetta review have a nice writing style, so credit is definitely due. If you want an alternative read, then check them out.