A Camera Geeks Camera Case

by Bum

Cool Camera Case Reviewby

As an electronic gadget geek I not only own and seek computer gadgets but I also have a cool collection of cameras. Part of my job description as a graphic designer, web designer and blogger is photography. Over the years I’ve collected several cameras from vintage SLR’s to several digital varieties.

My main camera is the Canon EOS Rebel Digital SLR. This is a high quality camera that takes awesome pictures. I can easily upload my photos to iPhoto and tweak them in Photoshop. I then upload them through WordPress and add them to my websites.

Over the years I’ve ended up with a weird group of camera bags that I’ve been given or created using non-camera bags. After all of these years I finally have my first official camera case!

I looked at several camera cases trying to decide which case to go with and ended up with a very unique shoulder case which has now become my Canon bag. I now own the Case Logic SLR Shoulder Bag.

I love this case because it allows me to quickly slip my camera into the top of the bag with my every day lens on or my zoom lens. I used to have to remove my zoom just to get my camera in the bag. This  unique top holds my camera and lens in a suspended position which protects it in case of bumps or drops.

The side panels are excellent for slipping in an extra lens or two and also great pockets on the front and back for cords, batteries and memory. The bottom of the case is hard plastic which is waterproof. This is great protection in case the bag ever ends up in a puddle of liquid.

I love the sleek style of this case and enjoy the fact that it feels small. I don’t get the feeling that I’m hauling around a square suitcase like I did with many of my other camera bags.

Anyway, just thought I’d do a quick camera bag review for those fellow geeks that own cameras, which I think most do. You can check out this camera case and one like it in a larger size at LoveCases.co.uk. Check out the latest Canon Rebel on Amazon.com.




The New iPad Has No Name

by Bum

New iPadby

The New iPad is out!

The Third Generation iPad is available for pre-order and pick up on March 16th. Apple seems to be calling it The New iPad.

Retina display

One of the main new features is the 2048 x 1536 pixel Retina display which will make any photo, graphic or video a thing to behold. The screen has a 264 pixels per inch density. Color will also be 40% better than before.

Processor

The latest processor is the A5X, which includes a quad-core graphics module. Apple says it’s twice as fast as a Tegra 3 and has “four times” the graphics performance.

4G LTE

The new iPad supports fast cellular networks the world over — up to 4G LTE.

Camera

The New iPad has a new camera on the back. It has a 5-megapixel side-iluminated sensor, with 5-element lens and an infrared filter. The iSight camera uses advanced optics to give you the best picture possible. With an ƒ/2.4 aperture and a five-element lens, it captures light efficiently to produce a sharper overall image.

1080p Video Recording

The camera is also capable of capturing 1080p video, which is stabilized. It has temporal noise reduction as well.

Battery

Even with the new improvements the battery life will stay at 10 hours!!

Dictation

The New iPad’s operating system offers a new microphone button, which will allow you to dictate emails.

Size

The New iPad is almost the same size as iPad2: only 0.03 inches thicker at 0.37 inches (9.4 millimeters). It weighs 1.5 pounds.

Launch Date

The New iPad is available on March 16, but the pre-order starts today. It will be available in the US, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia on the same day.

The price is $499, $599 and $699 for 16, 32, and 64GB. If you want 4G LTE, you will have to spend $629, $729, and $829.

 

The price of the iPad 2 has dropped by $100 for each model.

 

For more info head over to Apple.




iPhone Shortcuts and Secret Functions

by Bum

iPhone Tips & Secretsby

The iPhone has many very cool features that many people are unaware of. Since most Apple products do not come with user manuals you normally figure these things out by accident. Here are a few tips on iPhone shortcuts that you may not have discovered yet.

Double Clicking the Home Button pulls up Volume and the Camera Button

When your iPhone is off you can get the volume control and a camera button without having to slide to unlock. This is really handy when you need to take a quick photo.

Tips on Taking iPhone Photographs

When taking a photo place your finger on the “shoot” button and leave it there. As long as you leave it on the button it will not take the photo. The shot is actually taken when you remove your finger. Place your finger on the button and steady the iPhone, let go and you’ll avoid blurry pictures. You can also now use the volume button on the side of the iPhone to trigger a picture in camera mode. This gives more of an actual camera feeling when taking numerous photos.

Find Special Characters on your Keypad

Do you need to type one of those funky vowels with a symbol over it? Place your finger on a vowel and leave it there. A bonus menu will pop up with these special alternative letters.

Double Tap Space for a Period

Yep, that’s pretty much it.

Tapping the Status Bar will Scroll your Screen to the Top

This is great when you’ve scrolled a million screens down on a website like Facebook. Simply tap the very top of the screen in the status bar area and the screen will zip back to the top. This also works on the iPad.

Pressing the Home and Sleep Buttons Simultaneously Takes a Screenshot

Find a screenshot that you really like or pull up a photo. Press these two buttons and you’ll get a quick screen shot that goes to your photo album. This is how people are taking shots of their funny text messages.

Double Tap Text or an Image to Enlarge It

Again, that’s pretty much it.

Save Images from the Web to your Photo Album

If you’re on the web and find an image you like, tap it and hold, an option to copy the image or save it to the photo gallery will appear.

Move Icons Around on your iPhone

If you would like to move an icon to a new screen or down to your tool bar simply place your finger on the icon and leave it there. All of the icons will begin to wiggle. Drag the wiggling icon to where you would like it. Click the home button and they stop moving. While the icons are wiggling you’ll notice an “x” near each one of them. If you’d like to delete the app just click the “x”.

When You Need a Scientific Calculator

While using the iPhone calculator in the upright position you may run into a need for a few more calculating options. Turn your iPhone on its side and the scientific calculator will appear.

Hidden Pull Down Screen

If you’re doing anything on the iPhone you can place your finger at the top in the status bar and swipe downward. A hidden screen will drop down and give you weather and events from your calendar. Swipe the screen up and it will disappear.

Hourly Weather Report

When you check your weather screen you can tap the days forecast and an additional screen will pop down with the hourly temps in it.

 

I hope I’ve helped you discover at least one tip you didn’t know before. Link to me!!

 




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Why I Love Apple Products

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