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Category: Portable Video

Sony Cybershot DSC-N1 Combines an 8.1-Megapixel Camera with Unique Photo Viewing and Editing Features

Reading Time: 2 minutesA friend of mine told me that Rush Limbaugh has been raving about the Sony Cybershot DSC-N1 digital camera. Apparently, he got one from a national sponsor that is a computer retailer, and he was struck by the high resolution and the 3-inch touch-sensitive screen on the back of the camera. I…

December 14, 2005
Cingular Deploys BroadbandConnect 3G Wireless Service in 16 U.S. Metro Areas

Reading Time: < 1 minuteCingular BroadbandConnect HSDPA 3G Service is rolling out in 16 U.S. metro areas. [ Image: Cingular Wireless ] Cingular Wireless announced yesterday that it launched BroadbandConnect, a third-generation high speed wireless data network using HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access) technology. According to the Cingular 3G Network Press Release: Cingular BroadbandConnect is a…

December 7, 2005
Vodaphone Offering HBO, Eurosport, and Other TV Content on 3G in Europe

Reading Time: < 1 minuteI4U.com reported yesterday that Vodaphone is offering a global mobile TV service including content from HBO and Eurosport. Vodaphone’s press release specifies the following programming: “Sex and the City” and “Six Feet Under” from HBO Eurosport MTV Specially edited for mobile, Seasons 1-4 of “24”, featuring Kiefer Sutherland, from Twentieth Century…

December 7, 2005
NBC Universal Programming to Appear on Video iPod via iTunes

Reading Time: < 1 minuteMarketwatch.com reports that NBC Universal will make 300 episodes of 16 TV programs available via iTunes. NBC Universal and Apple said that certain content from NBC, USA Network, and the Sci-Fi Channel will be available for $1.99 per episode. Shows that are involved in this deal include: Law & Order The…

December 6, 2005
Pro-level Windows Audio Editing Tools Discussion Added to Operation Gadget

Reading Time: < 1 minuteOne of the hottest stories I’ve ever written for Operation Gadget is What Alternatives to Garage Band Exist on Windows?. I originally wrote this article in March 2004 and I’ve updated it at least three times because of feedback from our readers. I just added a professional level audio editing tools…

December 2, 2005
Belkin Kickstand Case for the Video iPod is the First I’d Buy for My Own iPod

Reading Time: < 1 minuteBelkin Kickstand Case for 5G iPod is available in black or white. [ Photo: Belkin Corporation ] I just noticed that Belkin has shipped the Kickstand Case for 5G iPod. It’s a really innovative design that doubles as a Video iPod case and a stand. You simply flip the upper half of the…

December 1, 2005
RushLimbaugh.com Publishes Two Music Videos Formatted for iPod with Video Playback Produced by Soldiers Overseas

Reading Time: < 1 minuteEarlier today, Rush Limbaugh announced on his syndicated radio show that two music videos from Sgt. Clay Smith are available in iPod Video format exclusively on RushLimbaugh.com. The music videos videos were discussed on Rush Limbaugh’s program on November 23 when Limbaugh replayed a call he took during a podcast that…

November 30, 2005
iPod with Video Playback Shape is Surprisingly Different from Previous Models

Reading Time: 2 minutesOn Sunday, Kathleen and I trekked out to the Apple Store at The Plaza at King of Prussia in the western suburbs of Philadelphia. We had some business to do there and were curious to see the Fifth Generation iPods, since neither of us had held one in our hands before. I…

November 29, 2005
TiVo Programs Coming to Your iPod or PSP

Reading Time: < 1 minuteMany media organizations reported that TiVo announced that the ability to transfer recorded programming from TiVo Series 2 digital video recorders to iPods with Video Playback and PlayStation Portable handheld devices. I emphasize that this capability will be available from TiVo Series 2 DVRs such as the TiVo TCD540040 Series2 40-Hour…

November 21, 2005