It’s a general trend that technology, in its prototype, doesn’t look much presentable. But, with the passage of time, it becomes more compact and sleek. Same is the case with Sony’s new duo of Alpha NEX Cameras, a splendid effort where power meets portability, as they state it themselves. Earlier this summer, Sony unveiled its set of two digital cameras – Alpha NEX-3 and Alpha NEX-5, with its one-of-a-kind interchangeable lens capability. The most striking thing about Alpha NEX is its DSLR-like features, while it looks just like some other digital camera. Sony claims it to be the world’s smallest & lightest camera of its kind (let’s see how long it holds the record!). It can be called as an altered DSLR camera, which is 48% smaller and 49% lighter. Now, it’s time to get into some geeky stuff i.e. features, specs and review.

Both NEX-3 and NEX-5 cameras are almost identical, with a little difference in features, specs and obviously price. Both of them provide 14.2 megapixel resolution, shooting of up to 7 fps, ISO sensitivity: 12,800 (great for low-light shooting), 3-inch LCD screen, Sweep & 3D Panorama capability, HD sensor of APS-C size, BIONZ image processor, HDMI output, and auto HDR. The cameras come either with 16mm or 18-55mm lens, which depends on your choice of purchase (You can get a bundle of both as well!).

As far as the differences are concerned, the main dissimilarity is between the actual size of the cameras. NEX-3 is a little wider, thicker, taller, hence heavier than NEX-5. Other than that, NEX-5 is composed of magnesium alloy from the front, whereas the other one is composed of plastic. The NEX-3 records videos in HD at 720/30p, while NEX-5 shoots 1080i AVCHD videos. The audio format supported by NEX-3 is MPEG-4 AAC-LC, however NEX-5 gives Dolby Digital (AC-3) along with MPEG-4. No matter which lens you like, the difference in price remains $100. NEX-3 is available for $549 with 16mm lens, & $599 with 18-55mm lens. Likewise, you can get NEX-5 for $649 or $699, depending upon the lens of your choice.

Although these cameras lack a built-in flash (maybe to keep it small), but the box includes an attachable Flash, which Sony call detachable. In any case, these cameras certainly take us to a newer level of photography, where you really don’t have to be a professional. But the outstanding results will definitely make you feel like a one. Next time I get my pay, I’m surely going to buy it!

Not so long ago, Apple launched the most beloved iPad and all the people went absolutely gaga over it. Reflexively, I also read about its features, specs, and reviews but none of it got me like oh-my-gosh! I’m really not one of those Apple haters, but I think one must always look for a sensible thing to spend their money on. Personally, I wouldn’t fritter away 800 bucks over something, which is fairly similar to my own phone (which doesn’t worth $800 of course!). Rather, I can definitely wait for Microsoft to bring forth its first tablet — the HP Slate.

Why? Chiefly because of its name. Period. Slate is seriously a way better and justified name for a latest mobile technology. It’s simple yet distinct, and doesn’t sound feminine as well (if you know what I mean). Other than that, Slate is supposed to have Windows 7 and will also run Flash, which is the iPad’s major fatal flaw. It also possesses SD card reader and USB port, unlike the iPad with just a dock connector port. Although a connector is available for “additional” $29, which connects the iPad to a VGA Adapter. Moreover, Slate will include 1.6 GHz Intel processor, two built-in cameras & video recording facility; a great deal as compared to iPad’s 1GHz Apple processor, NO camera, and obviously NO video recording. However, iPad beats Slate for having a slightly larger screen and lighter weight. I wonder who would care about an-inch difference in screen if they’re given a lot of space with no limitations at a cheaper price.

So my verdict is that the HP slate is undeniably worth the wait. If Apple has sold 3 million iPads in 80 days, then it has disappointed a lot of those buyers as well. Therefore, it’s never too late for Microsoft to launch their Slate even if it’s out in 2011. There have been a lot of news in the air lately about HP killing its Slate project because of the companies’ attainment and increasing concentration towards Palm. The company, on the other hand, have declined to verify all these rumors. So as for now, HP’s most anticipated project of the year still remains a mystery. All we can do is to sit back and watch what’s coming our way!

So I went to watch Toy story 3 in IMAX a couple of weeks ago. It was my first 3D experience, therefore, the technology kept me more captivated than the movie itself. The movie was projected by RealD, the leading 3D technology provider of the days, which primarily uses polarized techniques to develop a three dimensional effect.

By far, RealD is considered to be the most useful, economical, & prevailing system in the 3D arena. Instead of using two projectors simultaneously, this technology just needs a single projector and a pair of stylish tinted glasses. But this isn’t just that simple, of course. The system applies a method called “Circular Polarization” to create depth into the picture. A circularly polarized light is transmitted to the screen with the help of projector that produces a haphazard image, if seen with the naked eye. The tinted glasses play the role of a filter that allows a limited amount of polarized light into our eyes. What makes the role of these glasses crucial is the disparity between the filters used on each side. Because of that, each eye receives a different type of polarized light, and thus, sees a similar image from a vaguely different perspective. This whole process eventually makes a single image 3D for our brain to perceive.

RealD Cinema system was launched in 2005, and promptly gained popularity among the masses. By 2010, it has signed contracts with a number of major electronic brands in order to advance its innovative 3D technology to a next level. While the new RealD designed Samsung TVs are already out in the market, other brands like Sony, Panasonic, Toshiba, JVC, & DirecTV are also planning to take their future products to another dimension. Although the consumer acceptance of this new 3D-at-home phenomenon is yet limited, but the coming decade will definitely alter our perceptions by immersing our home entertainment into the depths of a new reality i.e. RealD. The addictive charm of three-dimensional images will certainly enthrall people to enjoy it in their living rooms. This foreseen venture, however, will affect the cinema business to a large extent. But that’s how the technology has always grown, and always will. Who knows what’s yet to come!

This refers to the combination of the different digital media such as graphics, photos, video, voice, animations and sound effects. Multimedia technology has brought about so many benefits to the communication world.

Multimedia uses visual and audio capabilities to convey its information and knowledge effectively. The multimedia gadgets are made in an attractive and easy to use manner so that they draw the appeal of the users. The multimedia gadgets are used to listen to music, take photos and videos, send graphic emotions etc. They are also incorporated in popular devices such as mobile phones and computers.

The multimedia products draw in more people to buy them because they have several features and capabilities all together than single medium gadgets. They make it possible to present complicated ideas and procedures in a simple way. Since the multimedia gadgets are electronic you can be able to reproduce the pictures videos or graphic arts to share them with your friends. It does this in an economical and simple way. You do not need any specialized skill to operate them. The multimedia applications are also used in learning like taking pictures or recording a lecture that you can refer to later in your own time.

Since time immemorial, man and machine have been inseparable thus human beings have come up with ideas on how they can effectively and easily perform tasks whether hard or simple. The mobile phone is a gadget that’s shifted from being just a communication gadget to an entertainment item with most installed with internet and FM radio.

This gadget can also do more with recent inventions showing that it can also double up as a remote control. Computers are used in processing and storing data that can prove difficult for human beings. They are used in industries in operating large machines and in the health sector to monitor patients’ health.

The camera was initially used to take pictures but has now evolved to video recording with digital cameras being used for taking instant and high quality photos and videos. The iPod is a gadget that gives people access to continuous music. Others include digital games gadgets such as playstations that enables kids to have access to limitless computer games. A watch is a technological device whose importance cannot be overlooked and can actually be termed as a life-planner. Calculators ease mathematical calculations that are hard and cumbersome for human beings to handle.