For years, consumers have been able to shoot slow-motion videos — mostly with the help of Casio’s line of slightly gimmicky point-and-shoots. But Fastec’s TS3Cine aims for a more discerning customer — the kind of videographer who might spice up a promo or short with some slow-mo action. Unlike Casio’s cameras, which cut the resolution to little more than thumbnail-size as you crank the frame rate, the TS3Cine does 720p video at 720fps , and 1280 x 1024 at 500fps. It’s only when you further slow down the video (up to 20,000fps) that the image size starts to shrink. This camera also has a badass design, pairing a DSLR-like body with a gargantuan 7-inch WVGA LCD that effectively eliminates the need for an external monitor. Pros have their choice of a C-Mount, F-Mount, and optional SL-Mount, and can upgrade to a 256GB SSD for a cool two grand if the standard 128GB one isn’t roomy enough. It also has Gigabit Ethernet and USB ports, HDMI-out, support for an external power source, and a removable battery. Can’t afford the $29,900 price tag? If you’re in the Boston area, at least, you can rent it for $625 a day, a price that includes a tripod and two batteries — enough juice for up to six hours of shooting. Head on past the break for a sample video clip and a tour of this beastly camera in action. Continue reading Fastec’s DSLR-sized TS3Cine does 720p at 720fps for $30,000 Fastec’s DSLR-sized TS3Cine does 720p at 720fps for $30,000 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 18 Apr 2011 22:58:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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The tablet wars are building, petty disputes that will soon lead to bloodshed. Products will be launched into battle only to be gunned down straight out of their boxes, crying for their fabricators as bigger, faster, better slates step over the stricken chassis of their predecessors, running on to their own brief bits of glory. At a high level it’s obviously Android vs. Apple vs. The Rest, but battle lines are forming as we consumers, caught in the middle, try to decide just what the right size is for a tablet. Right now two camps seem to be getting the most supporters: seven-inchers, like the Streak 7 and BlackBerry PlayBook , and 10-inchers, like the Motorola Xoom and the Apple iPad . But, sometimes weapon systems need to be a little more specialized. Sometimes the templates don’t fit, and the $530 (after rebate, on-contract) T-Mobile G-Slate by LG isn’t fitting into those categories, slotting somewhere in between with its 8.9-inch display backed with Tegra 2 graphics, 4G HSPA+ wireless, and all the oomph you want in a modern Android device. It’s a little smaller and little lighter than the 10-inchers, bigger and meatier than the sevens and, by cutting down the middle, it hits almost all the right marks. Gallery: T-Mobile G-Slate hands-on Continue reading T-Mobile G-Slate review T-Mobile G-Slate review originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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Well, it looks like those eager to get their hands on Dell’s much-leaked Alienware M14x laptop now finally have at least one option, although it might not be the most convenient one. The gaming laptop has just turned up on Dell Malaysia’s website, where it’s now already available to order starting at RM 4,799, or roughly $1,600. Of course, this is an Alienware laptop, so there’s also quite a few higher-end options available for some extra cash, including up to a Core i7 2820QM processor, 8GB of RAM, NVIDIA GeForce GT 555M graphics with 3GB of DDR3 memory (and Optimus technology), and your choice of either a 1,366 x 768 or 1,600 x 900 resolution on the 14-inch display. As for a broader release, Pocket-lint is reporting that both the M14x and M18x will be officially announced (if not released) on April 19th which, last we checked, is tomorrow. [Thanks, koinmove] Alienware M14x laptop now available to order… in Malaysia originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 18 Apr 2011 21:31:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …redsn0w untethered jailbreak updated for iOS 4.3.2, still no love for iPad 2
April 18, 2011 No Comment
Good news for all iOS jailbreakers : turns out the latest 4.3.2 update is still vulnerable to the same untethered hacking method used by redsn0w for 4.3.1, so Dev-Team’s @i0n1c simply had to port his code over to the new kernel to keep the jailbreak alive. As before, the almighty iPad 2 is still not supported here, and ultrasn0w unlockers are reminded to wait for the new PwnageTool release later this week; but the rest of you can go ahead and grab the new tool — though fix pending for iPhone 4 at the time of publication — at the source link. [Thanks to everyone who sent this in] redsn0w untethered jailbreak updated for iOS 4.3.2, still no love for iPad 2 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 18 Apr 2011 21:55:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …Nokia launches Ovi Maps 3D beta, challenges Google Earth as your virtual tour guide of choice
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Still searching for today’s internet time sink? Then look no further than Nokia’s just launched beta version of Ovi Maps 3D. Thanks to a little help from Navteq’s maps and some software wizardry, it’s now able to display cities in a new 3D view that you’re able to zoom in and around to your heart’s content. You can also do the same thing in Google Earth’s 3D view, of course, but Nokia just might have a leg up in some respects. Unfortunately, it’s still staying mum on exactly how it all works, but you can dive right in and start exploring for yourself at the link below. [Thanks to everyone who sent this in] Nokia launches Ovi Maps 3D beta, challenges Google Earth as your virtual tour guide of choice originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 18 Apr 2011 19:37:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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It appears that ASUS is finally ready to show its line of thin-and-light machines some Sandy Bridge love. Swedish site Technytt claims to have the exclusive scoop on a trio of laptops — the U31SD, U31E, and U36SD — that will find their way to retail channels in late May. The U31SD is already showing up on the ASUS site, with the option of either a Core i5 2410M or Core i3 2310M , and a choice of Intel integrated graphics or a 1GB GeForce GT 520M card. All three 13.3-inch machines will reportedly have similar specs, though the U31E will supposedly lack a discrete graphics option. The U31SD tips the scales at a perfectly portable 3.9 pounds and it’s safe to assume the U36SD will match up size-wise with the svelte U36JG , which is just 0.75-inches thick and weighs 3.5 pounds. There’s no official word from ASUS regarding price or availability but, while you wait to get your paws on one, feast your eyes on the U31SD in the gallery below. Gallery: ASUS U31SD ASUS works Sandy Bridge magic on thin-and-light U31E, U31SD, and U36SD originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 18 Apr 2011 20:28:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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This is SRI International’s Taurus. Brought to you by the minds behind the DaVinci robo-surgeon, the diminutive (14 x 5-inch) bad boy is used to detect and defuse IEDs. Piggy-backing on existing devices such as Talon or PackBot , the device delivers hi-def 3D images and haptic feedback (via gloves) to a bomb disposal tech operating from a safe distance. According to IEEE Spectrum , it works so well that users forget they’re working remotely. Right now it’s a prototype, but with any luck the system could be in the field as early as this summer. SRI unveils Taurus, DaVinci’s bomb-defusing little brother originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 18 Apr 2011 16:41:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …Arduino geiger counter brings open source radiation detection to the geeky masses (video)
April 18, 2011 No Comment
Need to detect radiation ? We sure hope not — but if you’re looking for a straight-forward, altogether geeky geiger counter, the Libelium gang has your back. En route to the Tokyo Hackerspace as we speak (and believe us, they need it), the Radiation Sensor Board for Arduino is a low-cost alternative to existing devices. It’s available now either with a compatible geiger tube for €95 ($135) or without for €65 ($50). Hit up the source link to get started, but not before peeping the thing in action after the break. Is there anything you can’t do with Arduino ? Continue reading Arduino geiger counter brings open source radiation detection to the geeky masses (video) Arduino geiger counter brings open source radiation detection to the geeky masses (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 18 Apr 2011 18:51:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …TI aims to bring wireless charging to more devices with smallest receiver chip to date
April 18, 2011 No Comment
Well, it looks like we could be about to see wireless charging spread to more places than ever before — Texas Instruments just unveiled its next-generation, Qi -compliant wireless power receiver chip today, which is a full eighty percent smaller than its previous chip. That promises to make it far easier for manufacturers to implement in everything from cellphones to game consoles to digital cameras, and that small size apparently comes without any compromises, with it providing 5W of output power and a 93-percent peak efficiency that’s comparable to an AC adapter. Unfortunately, there’s no indication as to when we might see any actual devices that use the chip, but those should be coming before too long — the complete bq51013 wireless power package is now already available for for just $3.50 in quantities of 1,000. Full press release is after the break. Continue reading TI aims to bring wireless charging to more devices with smallest receiver chip to date TI aims to bring wireless charging to more devices with smallest receiver chip to date originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 18 Apr 2011 17:12:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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If you’re the type who likes to risk life and limb in pursuit of pleasure, then you know the best way to document your exploits is with a little helmet cam action. Bike Rumor is reporting that Contour, one the leaders in this (admittedly niche) field, will soon be releasing a new POV shooter called the Contour Plus. The site came across some Giant pro cyclers testing the device, who claim the Plus will improve on the ContourGPS by adding an HDMI-out port, boosting image quality, and widening the viewing angle from 140 degrees to 170. And, for those who really like to live dangerously, the Plus will supposedly pack a Bluetooth radio so you can stare at the iPhone viewfinder app while hurtling down a snow-covered slope or through an obstacle-riddled bike path. Of course, this is all unofficial at the moment, but the “little birdy” whispering in Bike Rumor’s ear said the updated cam will land in the next month or two. One more blurry shot after the break. Continue reading Contour Plus helmet cam spied, offers wider view of your extreme antics Contour Plus helmet cam spied, offers wider view of your extreme antics originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 18 Apr 2011 17:53:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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