Canon 18-55mm lens torn open to expose visuals of Image Stabilization (video)
June 25, 2011 No Comment
Hey there, snap-shooter. If you’ve ever used a Canon DSLR with an 18-55mm lens, you may be horrified to know that the image above is its exposed lens elements. Don’t worry, though, it’s for science! Recently, Preston Scott from Camera Technica used a laser to show how unsteady your hands are when taking a photograph; now he’s back to detail how lenses with Image Stabilization compensate to help in achieving crisper images . IS isn’t exactly new technology, but seeing how the glass’ internal springs, accelerometers, and gyroscopes react to movement is mesmerizing. Not surprisingly, he also found that photos taken with IS deactivated were usually less sharp. You’ll find a steady video of the action past of the the break, as well a detailed breakdown by hitting the source link below. Continue reading Canon 18-55mm lens torn open to expose visuals of Image Stabilization (video) Canon 18-55mm lens torn open to expose visuals of Image Stabilization (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 25 Jun 2011 11:06:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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Shocknawe by digby Looks like the GOP Big Money circus is starting to soften up their target. Here’s the first ad of the cycle from Karl Rove’s anonymous rhetorical assassination slush fund: It doesn’t show him with red demon eyes or feature a gangster rap and a stripper so I guess it’s not too bad. Update: Apparently, they have a lot of money so they have to start the bombing early to avoid running… Broadcasting platform : YouTube Source : Hullabaloo Discovery Date : 25/06/2011 00:00 Number of articles : 4
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President Barack Obama says technological innovations such as robots can help pump jobs into the economy and spur growth in clean energy and advanced manufacturing. (June 25)
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In the Republican’s weekly address, Rep. Renee Ellmers of North Carolina said it’s time to reduce regulations, expand domestic energy production and require the government to consider the effect of federal rules on hiring. (June 25)
Continue reading …UrtheCast to stream live HD footage of Earth from ISS, like Stickam for space
June 25, 2011 No Comment
Space nerds, get your browsers ready — UrtheCast will soon be streaming HD video of Earth straight from the ISS . The system will actually consists of a pair of cameras, one still and one video, that will be mounted on the Russian arm of the station. The still shots will be very wide, covering about 30 miles with a resolution of 18-feet per pixel. Much more exciting will be the three feet per-pixel stream of 3.25fps video that will run 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You probably won’t be able to see yourself waving as the ISS passes overhead, but you should be able to spot your cardboard box fort house. The feeds won’t be your typical boring NASA fare either — you’ll be able to search, rewind, and tag objects or events, and UrtheCast is providing APIs for developers to build upon the service. The project won’t be launching until June 28th, so bide your time by checking out the video and PR after the break. Continue reading UrtheCast to stream live HD footage of Earth from ISS, like Stickam for space UrtheCast to stream live HD footage of Earth from ISS, like Stickam for space originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 25 Jun 2011 09:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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Strippers, guns, drugs, and…iPhones? Check, check, check, and check. Rick Ross has unved his new, Lil Wayne -featuring video for his latest single, “9 Piece”, and while images of Ross and Lil Tunechi frolicking amongst topless women and hiding drug deals from police portray their pseudo-gangster lifestyle, what’s more intriguing is their choice of technology. Hell, Steve Jobs’ moneymaker even gets… Broadcasting platform : YouTube Source : Consequence of Sound Discovery Date : 24/06/2011 09:14 Number of articles : 4
Continue reading …New phase-changing alloy turns waste heat into green energy, exhibits spontaneous magnetism (video)
June 25, 2011 No Comment
Looks like harvesting waste heat is all the rage in 2011. Yet another team of researchers — this time at the University of Minnesota — has found a way to harness energy from our hot castoffs. The group has apparently created a brand spanking new alloy that spontaneously creates energy when its temperature is raised by a small amount. Future uses for the material, known as Ni 45 Co 5 Mn 40 Sn 10 , include charging a hybrid car’s battery with the help of waste heat from its exhaust. So what’s the trick? Well, this wonder material is a phase changer, meaning it can go from non-magnetic to magnetic in moments, when the temperature rises. When that happens, the alloy absorbs heat, and bam! You’ve got electricity. The team is also collaborating with chemical engineers to create a thin film version of the material that could be used to convert waste heat from computers. If phase changing gets you all hot and bothered, check out a video demonstration of the alloy’s sudden magnetism after the break. Continue reading New phase-changing alloy turns waste heat into green energy, exhibits spontaneous magnetism (video) New phase-changing alloy turns waste heat into green energy, exhibits spontaneous magnetism (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 25 Jun 2011 08:13:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …WiFi Baby 3G review, or: How we learned to stop worrying and love a surveillance camera
June 25, 2011 No Comment
Obsolescence. Its avoidance is the biggest problem facing any gadget nerd. This affliction, this curse that disables so many would-be tablet and smartphone buyers, only intensifies for those of us who somehow manage to procreate. See, newbie reproducers, temporarily insane from an overblown sense of paternal concern, will pay just about anything for products promising to make their new baby healthier or happier, regardless of the product’s potential lifespan. Come on, parents, admit it. Just look at that $100 bottle sterilizer you’ve already replaced with a more convenient pot of boiled tap water. Or how about that $380 hands-free breast pump that went idle after 6 months of occasional use or that $1,000 euro-exotic stroller that turned out to be too bulky to regularly transport by car? Your well-meaning, but irrational ways made you an easy target for the baby-care industry that places your ilk on the sucker-side of the consumer savviness scale. Just look at the extortionary prices of the typical babycam. You can easily spend between $200 and $300 for a so-called “top-of-the line” monitor that’s plagued by radio interference, poor range, and shabby video quality. To make matters worse, these single-purpose cameras lose their usefulness once baby is grown. So what’s a rational, resourceful parent to do? Easy, use an IP-based surveillance camera as a baby monitor instead. Not only do you get a superior wireless camera for about the same price (or less), you have the option of repurposing it for inclusion in your home automation or security system after baby is grown. That’s what we’ve been doing for several weeks now thanks to WiFi Baby. And you know what? We’ll never go back to traditional baby monitors again. Click through to find out why. Continue reading WiFi Baby 3G review, or: How we learned to stop worrying and love a surveillance camera WiFi Baby 3G review, or: How we learned to stop worrying and love a surveillance camera originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Jun 2011 11:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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Type: CE Title: Otterbox APL2-iPAD1-20-C4OTR iPad Defender Series Case See all customer reviews Product Description: Drop-proof your magical, new must-have gadget with the OtterBox Defender Series for Apple iPad! This cutting-edge case incorporates three layers of hardcore protection plus some advanced features. Stowing your iPad away for the night or for your commute? Simply remove the back polycarbonate cover and snap it over the face for ultimate touch screen protection. The built-in stand will come in handy while trying to watch a movie or video, and creates a comfortable browsing experience. When using your iPad on a flat surface, the silicone grip pads on the bottom will hold your device securely in place. We also designed this case to accommodate the optional iPad dock accessory! Take your iPad everywhere you go knowing that it is safe from the occasional drop, bump and/or scratch. Features: Highly protective case in black for the Apple iPad first generation (NOT COMPATIBLE with the iPad 2) Innovative three layer design protects your smartphone from bumps, drops, scratches and dust Silicone skin wraps around it all to absorb shock; thermal-formed sheet covers your screen and keys Built-in stand for viewing convenience; snap-off access for optional iPad dock Not tested or recommended for water protection; backed by 1-year warranty See the details
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Visually editing audio files isn’t exactly a new idea, of course, but Divide Frame’s new Spectral Layers application looks to take things to an even more Photoshop-style extreme than other tools. While still in the alpha stage and not available to the public just yet (though both Windows and Mac versions are promised), the software does appear to be fairly complete, including the ability to use multiple layers, work with multi-channel audio, and extract individual voices, instruments, or any other noises. Perhaps just as notably, the actual process of editing seems to be a kind of weird mish-mash of otherworldly visuals and disjointed sounds– something that we could easily see leading to some unexpected and interesting results. See for yourself in the video after the break. Continue reading Spectral Layers promises to let you edit audio Photoshop-style (video) Spectral Layers promises to let you edit audio Photoshop-style (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 25 Jun 2011 02:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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