The New Xperia™ Z Ultra: The World’s Slimmest and Largest Full HD Smartphone Display* (via newscanada-network)
Technology-Watch.Network Canadian News ,Sports Business &Technology June 25, 2013 04:35 The New Xperia™ Z Ultra: The World’s Slimmest and Largest Full HD Smartphone Display* MOBILE ASIA EXPO, SHANGHAI, June 25, 2013 /CNW…
A.C. Moore Arts & Crafts Raises $120,000+ for Easter Seals' autism programs; More than $570,000 in funds contributed to Easter Seals since 2010 (via PR Newswire)
BERLIN, N.J., July 8, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Employees and customers of A.C. Moore Arts & Crafts recently raised more than $120,000 to support Easter Seals programs along the East Coast. Since launching the partnership with Easter Seals in 2010, A.C…
Modena, Italy – July 18, 2013 – IK Multimedia – the leader in mobile music apps and accessories – today announced the release ofAmpliTube Fender™ 1.5, a multi-FX app available for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. The update adds Audiobus compatibility, and the iPhone/iPod touch version features an enhanced user interface that fully supports the larger displays included in the latest versions of those devices. AmpliTube Fender, IK Multimedia’s guitar/bass amp-and-FX app, is the only officially certified Fender amp-and-effects models for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. A version for Mac/PC is also available.
Audiobus Compatible
AmpliTube Fender, with its amp & FX models and built-in recorder, can be used in any of the 3 Audiobus “slots”: Input, Effects, and Output. The Audiobus App (from Audiobus Pty Ltd, requires a separate purchase) makes it possible for audio Apps to connect together in real-time, which greatly adds to the creative potential of music making on the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.
When used in the Audiobus Input slot, AmpliTube Fender’s amp, stompbox, cabinet and microphone models allow users to input guitar or bass sounds with authentic and ultra-realistic Fender tone. In the Effects slot, those same effects can be used to process the sound from the app (or apps) in the Input position.
AmpliTube Fender’s processing and recorder can also be used in the Output slot. With the multi-track option added (via in-app purchase), the iPhone/iPod touch version of the app features a 4-track recorder and the iPad version features an 8-track recorder. Both multi-track upgrades include master effects, as well.
iPhone 5 Graphics Supported
AmpliTube Fender 1.5 includes support for the larger screen in the iPhone 5 and new iPod touch, with an enhanced GUI designed to take advantage of that extra real estate.
IK also added it’s Global Menu to AmpliTube Fender. Standard on all new and updated IK apps, the Global Menu consolidates many utility functions such as Settings, User Account, Help and more, all under one convenient menu, making it faster and easier to find such items.
Recording Features Updated
IK’s AutoFreeze function, which was included in the recent AmpliTube 3.0 update, is now available in the multi-track recorder in AmpliTube Fender. Once effects have been applied on a track, it automatically “freezes” the track with the effects, freeing up the processing to be used on a different track, but retaining the effects sound on the original track. The tracks automatically unfreeze when selected, allowing to go back and tweak the effects at any point, thus making AmpliTube Fender much more powerful as a mixing platform.
IK also added a pre-roll option to the recorder. When activated, two measures of count-off are played before the recording starts, making it easier to come in at the right tempo.
AmpliTube Fender: Rocking with Legendary Tone
IK Multimedia developed AmpliTube Fender in cooperation with Fender, who provided guidance, testing, and advice to help make the app as accurate and true to the Fender brand as possible.
Both the iPhone and iPad apps offer Fender amplifier, cabinet and stompbox models, including such acclaimed amps as the ’59 Bassman®, the ’65 Fender Twin Reverb®, the ’65 Deluxe Reverb® and more. Effects include the Fender Blender™ distortion pedal, as well as the Fender Compressor, Phaser, Tape Echo, Overdrive and Noise Filter pedals. Many useful and varied presets are included, or you can setup your own rigs, mixing and matching the gear to create your own custom Fender sound.
IK offers a variety of input options for connecting an instrument to a device running AmpliTube Fender (or other mobile audio apps), including iRig HD, the new high-definition audio interface, which also works with Macs; iRig STOMP, the first stompbox style audio interface; and the original iRig, the most popular mobile guitar interface of all time.
Pricing and Availability
AmpliTube Fender is available from the App StoreSM in both iPhone/iPod touch and iPad versions for $14.99/€13.99, or atwww.AppStore.com. The new version is a free upgrade for existing users.
Free versions of AmpliTube Fender are also available for iPhone/iPod touch and iPad, containing the identical functionality of the paid apps, but with a limited model set. Users can add the other Fender models via in-app purchase.
For more information on AmpliTube Fender:
www.ikmultimedia.com/fender
For more information on IK audio interfaces:
www.ikmultimedia.com/irig
I recently had the opportunity to test and review the Blackmagic Design Intensity Pro Card. I was quite impressed to say the least.
According to the folks at BMD(Blackmagic Design)–>
Intensity Pro is the world’s first HDMI and analog component, NTSC/PAL and S-Video PCIe capture and playback card for Windows, Mac OS X and Linux computers. Intensity Pro is great for HDTV or standard definition editing using big screen televisions and video projectors. Intensity Pro works with uncompressed SD or HD video, and compressed codecs such as DNxHD, ProRes, DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO 50, JPEG, HDV and DV! Intensity Pro is a professional editing card featuring maximum real time effects in Avid Media Composer 6™, Apple Final Cut Pro™ and Adobe Premiere Pro™, with full support for both uncompressed and compressed AVI and QuickTime files. Intensity Pro also has full integration with Adobe After Effects and Photoshop.
I tested mine with Windows 8 and Mac OS 10.8.4 and it did an amazing job, and imported video with extreme clarity and very quickly.
Here is a chart of the available inputs and outputs:
As Well as another
It seems to be a useful and power full device and I definitely recommend it to people that need to import and edit video.
Blackmagic’s Intensity Pro is a PCI Express card which allows you to capture footage from an unprotected HDMI source, along with analogue Composite, S-Video and Component footage. Believe it or not, capturing via HDMI could deliver superior quality from certain HD camcorders than a traditional Firewire link, and doing so with the Intensity can also deliver files which are quicker and easier to edit too.
In addition I found that when I used the card it can allow you to save space on your storage device. The Intensity can capture it, giving you 1/3 greater horizontal resolution. Obviously it’s not practical to lug a PC with you just to capture the full resolution from a tethered HDV camcorder, but there’s many studio-based applications which can exploit it. If you have a powerful but small pc or mac that can be taken with you then it can be advantageous.
If you are interested in one of these cards they are available on the apple store http://store.apple.com/us/product/TP150LL/A/blackmagic-design-intensity-pro-hdmi-card
Here is an unboxing video–>
Overall I am quite impressed by the Intensity Pro and Recommend it!!
Here is an overview from Engadget as well!!
http://www.engadget.com/2006/09/12/blackmagic-design-announces-intensity-first-hdmi-pci-express-ca/
I personally captured video with it, I also made a video to dvd, put it on a blueray, then captured it to my mac via the intensity pro as a test and it worked well, with amazing quality.
Personally I am working on a kickstarter project to do a documentary on autism and I plan on using blackmagic designs cameras and hardware to do the movie!!
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1456183616/documentary-about-autism-in-las-vegas-and-music-th
I would definitely recommend their cameras and hardware!!
Here is a qr code to scan with a smart phone or tablet to go to the campaign.
FUJIFILM UNVEILS THE NEW X-M1 PREMIUM CSC FEATURING
A 16.3 MP APS-C X-TRANS CMOS SENSOR, EXR PROCESSOR II
AND A KIT OPTION FEATURING THE NEW XC16-50MM LENS
New X-M1 also includes a 3” tilting, high definition LCD screen, wireless image transfer for easy photo sharing and advanced filters for creative picture taking
(Note image was found on Engadget.com, http://www.engadget.com/search/?q=fuji+xm1
Valhalla, N.Y., June 24, 2013 – FUJIFILM North America Corporation today announced the all new, premium FUJIFILM X-M1 compact system camera (CSC), the third interchangeable lens system camera introduced within the award-winning FUJIFILM X-Series. The X-M1 is a lightweight camera that includes the same 16.3 Megapixel APS-C X-Trans CMOS sensor used in the critically acclaimed FUJIFILM X-Pro1and X-E1 that delivers outstanding image quality, all in a premium, beautifully crafted body.
The X-M1 will ship with a newly-designed FUJINON XC16-50mm (24-76mm)*1 F3.5-5.6 OIS zoom lens that allows enthusiast photographers to capture crystal clear wide angle to mid-telephoto range images. The XC16-50mm is a versatile lens that is ideal for a wide range of photographic subjects, including stunning low-light scenes, true to life portraits and rich colorful landscapes. The lens consists of 12 all glass elements in 10 groups including 3 aspherical elements and 1 ED element. The lens features seven round-edged aperture blades, which offer 17 stops in 1/3 EV increments for precise aperture control.
“The X-M1 is a perfect combination of power and performance, all within a lightweight and well-built chassis. Photographers and enthusiasts alike can confidently take the X-M1 everywhere they go, and it will deliver images that exceed their expectations,” said Go Miyazaki, president and chief operating officer, FUJIFILM North America Corporation.
“The remarkable new X-M1 with its large APS-C X-Trans sensor, 3” tilting LCD screen, new XC16-50mm lens and easy wireless image transfer, gives enthusiasts the ability to capture amazing quality images and also share them effortlessly.”
Award-winning 16.3 Megapixel APS-C X-Trans CMOS sensor and EXR Processor II
The FUJIFILM X-M1 uses the same large APS-C X-Trans CMOS sensor that is found in the X-Pro1 and the X-E1 with a unique color filter array that minimizes moiré and false color without the need for an optical low pass filter. This makes it possible for the camera to maximize extremely high resolution, and to capture each image with accuracy and clarity when using high performance FUJINON lenses.
With the X-M1, users can set the sensor sensitivity from ISO200 to as high as ISO6400 in 1/3 step increments, and even take advantage of the extended range of ISO100 and ISO25600 to obtain amazingly clear and low-noise images even in low-light conditions when shooting at night or indoors.
Together with the EXR Processor II, the X-M1 gives customers incredible speed and response times with a start-up time of 0.5 seconds*2, a shutter time lag of 0.05 seconds and a maximum burst speed of 5.6 frames per second (max. 30 frames*3).
Compact performance and advanced features
The X-M1 compact ILC combines advanced features in a go-anywhere design. The X-M1 weighs just 11.6oz*4 and measures 4.6” W by 2.6” H by 1.5” D, about half the size of a traditional DSLR body. With a slim profile of 1.3” at its trimmest point, the X-M1 is easily carried anywhere, and can be trusted to deliver high-quality images.
Along with its large APS-C X-Trans CMOS sensor, the X-M1 also features a 3” tilting high resolution LCD screen with 920,000 dots for easy image viewing and framing at various angles.
The 3” LCD monitor tilts at variable vertical angles, facilitating both low-angle and high-angle shots whether on or off a tripod.
The X-M1 gives users additional flexibility with its built-in high precision flash, with the guide number 7*5, and Super Intelligent Flash technology that automatically controls flash strength according to scene types to reduce highlight clipping.
Easy Image Transfer with WiFi® button
The X-M1 features a WiFi button that lets users transfer photos and movies*6 from the camera to smartphones, tablets and computers allowing enthusiasts to upload high quality images to social media sites for easy sharing.
To connect the X-M1 to a smartphone or tablet, users can download the free dedicated “FUJIFILM Camera Application” to their iPhone™ / iPad™ or Android™ smartphone or tablet device to transfer up to 30 pictures at a time from the X-M1. The app also lets users download movies, expanding the range of options available for enjoying pictures taken with the camera.
Intuitive design and easy operation
The intuitive design of the X-M1 gives users the ability for one-handed camera operation, which is perfect for the fleeting moments when you need to pick up the camera quickly and start shooting.
The X-M1 has its key operation buttons and dials positioned on the right side of the camera’s rear panel for easy use and quick picture taking. The Mode Dial for selecting the optimum setting for each scene gives access to the Advanced SR Auto function, which automatically recognizes each scene and selects the best settings for sharp and clear images.
The Advanced Filter function gives users a range of creative filters to apply and achieve unique and artistic looks. The use of two perfectly positioned Command Dials allows users to effortlessly adjust the aperture, shutter speed and exposure compensation, while frequently-used functions are given individual buttons, thereby enabling intuitive and quick operation.
FUJIFILM X-M1 key features list:
FUJINON XC16-50mm (24-76mm) F3.5-5.6 OIS
The FUJIFILM X-M1 (body only) will be available in black and silver in July 2013 for $699.95.
The FUJIFILM X-M1 and XC16-50mm (24-76mm) F3.5-5.6 OIS lens (kit) will be available in July 2013 for $799.95.
The FUJIFILM X-M1 (body only) will be available in brown in August 2013 for $699.95.
The FUJIFILM X-M1 uses the same FUJIFILM X-Mount as the X-Pro1 and X-E1, and all FUJIFILM XF and XC lenses will work with all X-Series interchangeable lens cameras.
The current Fujifilm lens family includes the following FUJINON XF and XC lenses:
*1 35mm format equivalent
*2 Quick Start mode
*3 Maximum number of frames can be shot in JPEG setting, using a “Class 10” or higher SD card
*4 Including the battery and memory card, excluding the lens
*5 ISO200・m; When shooting at ISO200, the light reaches a subject up to (7/F number) meters away
*6 FUJIFILM Camera Application for iOS can save movie files up to 1280 x 720
About Fujifilm
FUJIFILM North America Corporation, a marketing subsidiary of FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation consists of four operating divisions and one subsidiary company. The Imaging Division provides consumer and commercial photographic products and services, including: photographic paper; digital printing equipment, along with service and support; personalized photo products; film; and one-time-use cameras; and also markets motion picture archival film and on-set color management solutions to the motion picture, broadcast and production industries. The Electronic Imaging Division markets consumer digital cameras, and the Graphic Systems Division supplies products and services to the graphic printing industry. The Optical Devices Division provides optical lenses for the broadcast, cinematography, closed circuit television, videography and industrial markets, and also markets binoculars. FUJIFILM Canada Inc. sells and markets a range of Fujifilm products and services in Canada. For more information, please visit www.fujifilmusa.com/northamerica, go to www.twitter.com/fujifilmus to follow Fujifilm on Twitter, or go to www.facebook.com/FujifilmNorthAmerica to Like Fujifilm on Facebook. To receive news and information direct from Fujifilm via RSS, subscribe at www.fujifilmusa.com/rss.
FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation, Tokyo, Japan, brings continuous innovation and leading-edge products to a broad spectrum of industries, including electronic imaging, digital printing equipment, medical systems, life sciences, graphic arts, flat panel display materials, and office products, based on a vast portfolio of digital, optical, fine chemical and thin film coating technologies. The company was among the top 10 companies around the world granted U.S. patents in 2012, and in the year ended March 31, 2013, had global revenues of $26.7 billion*. Fujifilm is committed to environmental stewardship and good corporate citizenship. For more information, please visit www.fujifilmholdings.com.
* At an exchange rate of 83 yen to the dollar.
All product and company names herein may be trademarks of their registered owners.
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My family and I attended an event that Sports Social, an organization that helps autistic people learn to ride bikes, and scooter, and they offer social development and music education as well. Feat of Southern Nevada was also involved too, they are an autism nonprofit that helps in a variety of ways for people with autism and their families too. We are fond of both organizations.
Links to
Feat of Southern Nevada–>
http://www.featsonv.org
Sports Social of Las Vegas’s website–>
http://www.lasvegasautism.com/
Here are 3 videos of Walk off hits. Some of walk off hits work at Sports Social helping the people with autism, so please tell all and share widely!!!
Walk of hits songs can be purchased on itunes and spotify if you are interested!!
Please help us to help autism too, we need funding to buy instruments, save for our IRS fees for the 501c3 we are working on the paper work for.
Personally I am the aspie dad of 3 with autism, a tech news writer and reviewer, am working on a 501c3, and work for Orkin in Commercial sales keep me in mind for commercial pest control.
Here is a new and easy way to tie shoes, easy for a 6 year old or someone with autism or special needs! It might not work but it is worth a try!!!
http://www.efficientlifeskills.com/how-i-taught-my-6-year-old-to-tie-shoes-in-5-minutes/
A cool video on it as well!!
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iRig KEYS from IK Multimedia becomes
the first Lightning-compatible music keyboard
New Lightning accessory cable allows players to plug
iRig KEYS portable MIDI controller directly into iPhone 5, iPad mini and iPad 4,
to play their favorite MIDI instruments and synths apps on newer devices
June 13, 2013 – IK Multimedia, the leader in mobile music-creation apps and accessories for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, is pleased to announce that it’s now shipping a Lightning cable for iRig® KEYS – the first ultra-slim portable keyboard for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and Mac/PC – which will allow players to use the popular compact keyboard with the new generation iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. The cable is available for purchase from the IK website for only $19.99 / €17.99 (excluding taxes).
