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Pentax 645D Review – A Medium Format Wooly Mammoth

In the Photography world, 35mm, or “full frame” is the standard by which nearly all cameras are judged. Focal lengths, crop factors and other camera traits are all based on the 35mm equivalent. Granted, a 35mm digital camera sensor is the largest sensor available in the consumer circuit, thanks to models like the Canon EOS

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What’s The Apps: Airbind

Jon Q. is back to attack and highlight another epic mobile application. This week, JQ hops onto Android and checks out Airbind. Airbind is a nifty little light-weight application that helps you wirelessly sync your iTunes library with your Android device over WiFi. But is it any good? Does it work? Find out in this

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Droid Razr Maxx Review: Singin’ in the Rain For a Long, Long Time (video)

Everyone’s talking about how long the Motorola Droid Razr Maxx’s battery lasts. I decided to put it to the test in a man vs machine standoff. Freestyle rhyming. In the rain. The results ain’t pretty, and they might not be so witty, but at least they’re captured on camera. Razr Maxx Key Specs: 3300 mAH

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Calling For Backup: Mophie Juice Pack Air Review

No matter what smartphone you own, chances are its run out of juice at least once sometime when you needed it. There are tons of backup battery options out there to help you keep your phone powered up for the long haul, but with so many options it can be difficult to determine which one

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Pantech Element Video Review – A Tablet Impervious To Water

Pantech hit us with its Burst smartphone late last month, and now its Element counterpart has popped onto the AT&T scene. If you’ve ever wanted a tablet that could withstand accidental water exposure, look no further. We got a glimpse of what the device had in store for us even before the thing was unveiled at

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What’s The Apps: Tap Battlefield!

Jon Q. is back to attack and highlight another epic mobile application. This week, JQ checks out Tap Battlefield – a game that’s been topping recent charts and receiving positive reviews everywhere. What is it exactly? How do you play it? Find out in this tap-tastic episode of What’s the Apps! Check out the video and let

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What’s The Apps: Action Movie FX!

Jon Q is back to attack and highlight another epic mobile application. This week, JQ takes on Action Movie FX for the iPhone and iPod Touch. This handy little high tech app lets you overlay blockbuster level effects over captured footage, allowing you to shoot missiles at your friends, throw cars at your enemies, and

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Nikon 1 J1 Review – Quality in a Sexy Package (Video)

Nikon arrived a bit later to the Mirrorless party with the Nikon 1 V1 and Nikon 1 J1 compact interchangeable lens cameras. What sets both mirrorless cams apart from the Micro Four Thirds crowd (pioneered by Olympus and Panasonic) is that they both feature a brand new sensor size: the 1-inch CX type sensor. Hence

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Nikon Coolpix P7100 Review – Oodles of Controls is Nothing to Fear (Video)

The Nikon Coolpix P7100 ($499.95) is one of those cameras that will send the average consumer running for the hills because this badass has more controls, dials, bells and whistles than R2-D2. On the other hand, the Nikon Coolpix P7100 will turn an advanced photographer into a bottle rocket of excitement, thanks to its arsenal

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What’s The Apps: Lost Weight, Feel Great!

It’s the new year! And for most people, with every new year comes new years resolutions, the most common of which involves weight loss. In this episode of WTA, Jon Q highlights a fitness and nutritional app and service that can help you accomplish your goals! JQ also provides some quick tips on how you

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Pentax Q Review – Insane Fun in a Little Package

I think the ‘Q’ in the Pentax Q name stands for Quagmire because this camera is nearly impossible to categorize. On one hand, it’s a great portable interchangeable lens camera system, which will appeal to more advanced shooters. Yet on the other hand, the Pentax Q has a point-and-shoot worthy 1/2.3-inch 12-megapixel CMOS sensor inside.

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Review: SuperBeam Earbuds Record and Playback “3D” Audio

If you go to any electronics store or big-box retailer you’re bound to run into hundreds of different earphone options. From earphones with decorative designs, those with noise cancellation, and those specifically designed to make your music sound great – there are tons of options out there to choose from. If you’re a gamer, or

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What’s The Apps: Best 7 of 2011

It’s the end of the year, and after downloading, testing, reviewing, and uninstalling many apps, Jon Q. rounds up his favorite seven. These apps aren’t necessarily scientifically ground breaking, and they can’t help you improve your reading speeds by ten fold.. They’re just every day apps that stood the test of time – and that’s

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Nikon Coolpix AW100 Review – A Boot Camp Survivor (Video)

Sgt. Perlman of the TechnoBuffalo Rugged Device Boot Camp signing in with with a review of the Nikon Coolpix AW100. This little nancy has a 16-megapixel CMOS sensor, which gave it an extra bite over Nikon’s entry-level CCD chips. The little orange crush also records 1080p HD videos, has GPS, a digital compass and tap

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What’s The Apps: Windows Phone Apps

Jon Q., now a newby Windows Phone owner and user, takes a look at some apps specifically made for this Microsoft branded mobile OS. Hold onto your hats email fanatics as JQ provides a quick tutorial on how you can setup Gmail as an exchange account (Outlook) on your Windows Phone! Check out the video and let

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iPad Keyboard Case Shootout Part 1 – Clamcase, Rocketfish Capsule, Adonit Writer

“I don’t get it. Why do you want an iPad keyboard?” This was the question before me, as I dipped into the research, trying to find a constant companion for my tablet. My husband knows I have a tendency to get lost in my gadgets, and he was afraid that my tearing into this product

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What’s The Apps: PhotoSynth

Jon Q. takes a look at an iOS app developed by Microsoft called PhotoSynth. PhotoSynth takes panoramic photos to a whole new level by giving users the ability to capture and view 360 degree photos! But.. does it work? Is it any good? Find out in this episode of WTA! Check out the video and let us

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What’s The Apps: Temple Run!

Jon Q plays an iOS game called Temple Run! Run away from crazy zombie monkeys, collect golden coins, duck under tree trunks, and leap over fire. This simple yet fast-action game can be insanely addicting, BUT.. is it any good? Find out in this episode of WTA! Check out the video and let us know what you

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Transformer Prime Review – The Best Android Tablet Yet (video)

While the iPad will always receive its fair share of media coverage, no tablet has been anticipated more in 2011 than the Transformer Prime. On paper, the device’s specs are a tech-lover’s dream: Nvidia’s new Tegra 3 quad-core processor, an incredible 10.1″ Super IPS+ display, estimated 12 hours of battery (18 hours with dock), 8

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What’s The Apps: MobileRSS

Jon Q takes a GoogleReader application on iOS called MobileRSS. MobileRSS takes your favourite GReader feeds and presents them with an slick, intuitive, and seamless user interface. To top things off, MobileRSS is also available on the iPad and Mac! But.. is it any good? Is it worth your hard earned monies? Find out in

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