All Entries in the "Electronics" Category
Adobe Photoshop Elements 10
Photo Editing Software 9.5/10 By Brian Jones Photoshop is the first name that comes to mind when you think of a photo editor. The expensive price tag of that program also comes to mind as well. Photoshop Elements 10 is a stripped down version of the full Photoshop and the answer to that expensive price […]
Corel Paintshop Pro X4
Photo Editing Software 9/10 By Brian Jones Powerful and easy to use will always be the first two phrases used to describe this photo editing program. Paintshop Pro X4 has a long list of features that most photographers, serious or not, will find extremely useful on a regular basis. Some of the new features for […]
Samsung UN40EH6000 Review
32”-42” LCD TV 9.5/10 By Steve Holdgren For those that want to step it up a notch in picture quality but in a smaller size TV and have Connect Share movie options functions, the UN40EH6000 could be your set. HD picture on this TV is stunning from the Clear Screen with LED backlighting. It’s edge […]
LG 32CS460 Review
32”-42” LCD TV 9.5/10 By Steve Holdgren Even though the LG 32CS460 is a 720p, 60Hz TV you will likely be very impressed with the picture quality, even with HD signals. LG makes very nice LCD panels the color performance, easy to use menu system with lots of preset picture mode settings, and a great […]
Toshiba 40E220U Review
32”-42” LCD TV 9.5/10 By Steve Holdgren This is another 40” traditional CCFL LCD TV which will give you solid performance at a discounted price. The 40E220U does contain a few upgrade features such as 1080p resolution which is more important in the 40” size than it would be in 32”. It has an updated […]
Samsung LN40E550 Review
32”-42” LCD TV 9.5/10 By Steve Holdgren Samsung can surprise you with their LCDs nad it’s kind of a shame they have all but discontinued production of them just as the quality was getting superb. A couple years ago they were some of the best deals on the market. Luckily, they have at least produced […]
Samsung UN32EH4000 Review
32”-42” LCD TV 9.5/10 By Steve Holdgren Samsung is known for their very powerful LED backlighting – in this case edge lit LED backlighting. The Samsung UN32EH4000 has a smart package, foregoing 1080p resolution to help hold the cost down and instead inputting LED lighting. In 32” TVs it is very hard to tell the […]
LG 37CS560 Review
32”-42” LCD TV 9.5/10 By Steve Holdgren The LG 37CS560 is one of the only 37” LCD TVs left on the market. This size has all but disappeared. The feature set is solid with 1080p resolution. The backlighting is traditional CCFL fluorescent so this keeps the cost in check. LG has been making very nice […]
Sharp LC-32D59U Review
32”-42” LCD TV 9.5/10 By Steve Holdgren The Sharp LC-32D59U is a hybrid 32” LCD in that it has the latest and greatest LED backlighting, but with 720p resolution (as opposed to the higher 1080p). It has very nice looks with a sharp black frame with clean lines. It has more HDMI inputs with 3 […]
Toshiba 32L4200U Review
32”-42” LCD TV 9.5/10 By Steve Holdgren This value oriented 32” LED backlit LCD is being offered for a very attractive price. In addition to the upgrade to LED over LCD backlighting, the Toshiba 32L4200U offers Toshiba’s upgraded sound system in the Audessey Premium package. It’s a smart move as sound quality is so often […]
Sony KDL32BX330 Review
32”-42” LCD TV 9.5/10 By Steve Holdgren The Sony KDL32BX330 is at the bottom of Sony’s LCD TV list for 2012 and early 2013 but it will perform solidly, last a long time, and provide easy usability and functionality. Picture Black levels on the 32BX330 appear inky in the bottom and top bars of 16:9 […]
Waterproof Housing for Camcorders
By Brian Jones While the waterproof camcorder has quickly become a popular video recording device, with more models being developed each year, you still may have trouble finding a wide selection of the devices. If you already own a camcorder but envy the waterproof camcorder’s ability to record video in rugged environments, then consider purchasing […]
JVC Piscio GC-WP10
Waterproof Pocket Video Recorder 7.5/10 By Brian Jones For an inexpensive waterproof pocket camcorder, the JVC Piscio GC-WP10 makes recording and sharing 1080p HD video easy and fun. The camera withstands water splashes and submersions up to 10 feet, making it safe to bring to the pool, the beach, snorkeling, and white water rafting. […]
Sanyo Xacti VPC-E1
6 MP Waterproof Camcorder with 5x Optical Zoom 7.5/10 By Brian Jones While the Sanyo E1 has been updated by the E2, this waterproof camcorder still functions well as a video recorder and 6 MP camera. You could even argue that it’s more sensitive to light than the E2, making it better at capturing images […]
Kodak PlayFull ZE2
Waterproof Video Camera 7.5/10 By Brian Jones As a lightweight, portable video recorder that you can take to the beach or water park, the Kodak PlayFull ZE2 doesn’t disappoint. Now you don’t have to worry about dropping the camera or getting it wet; it withstands drops from 5 feet and is waterproof up to 10 […]
Sanyo Xacti VPC-E2
Digital Video Recorder and 8 MP Digital Camera 8/10 By Brian Jones A fairly priced digital video recorder and camera from Sanyo, the Xacti camcorder takes videos and pictures of pretty good quality. You can record videos on the ground or underwater at 640 x 480p, which is a perfectly adequate resolution for sharing videos […]
