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Canon EOS 40D DSLR Pricing Leaked?

Unless it is a faked data, Best Buy sources reveal that the EOS 40D will be available from September 2, for US$ 1599.99

The unconfirmed specifications:

• 10.2 Megapixel APS-C size CMOS sensor
• 5 fps and 30 large JPEG frame burst
• Integrated Cleaning System
• 2.5″, 230K pixel, 170º wide viewing angle LCD screen
• Picture Style image processing parameters
• Spot metering and High Precision 9-point AF system
• DIGIC III image processor with 0.15 sec start-up time
• Digital Photo Professional RAW processing software
• 100,000 cycle shutter durability and rugged magnesium alloy body
• Simultaneous RAW and JPEG recording
• Wide 100-3200 ISO range
• E-TTL II Flash
• PictBridge compatibility
• Complete compatibility with all Canon EF and EF-S lenses and EX-series Speedlites
• USB 2.0 Hi-Speed and Video Out connectivity

But, we are very suspicious about the specs.
Lets wait till September 2 or till some early scoop

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DDR3 RAM (1800MHz) from OCZ

OCZ is coming up with the DDR3 RAM. Besting its own recently introduced modules with its new 1800MHz PC3-14400 modules. Apparently the first modules of their kind to go into production, these will be available in both single 1GB modules and 2×1GB dual channel kits, with ‘em boasting a peak bandwidth of 14400MB (or 14.4GB) per second and latencies “comparable to the fastest offerings of DDR or DDR2.” Otherwise, you’ll get OCZ’s proprietary platinum-mirrored XTC (Xtreme Thermal Convection) heat spreader to keep the modules cool, along with a lifetime warranty for a little extra insurance.

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CF - SATA Card on the horizon

Looks like the CompactFlash Association is gearing up to create a CF card with a SATA interface. Reportedly, the CFA has assembled a working group to “develop a specification for a CompactFlash card with a Serial ATA interface,” as it looks to broaden the market appeal of CompactFlash and exceed the current 133MB/second interface data rate. We have no idea when these  devices are slated to go commercial, but we would recommend that you start saving right about now anyway especiall those of you with memory hungry DSLR’s.

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SanDisk launches Ducati-badged flash memory

SanDisk has teamed with world-renowned motorcycle designer, Ducati, to launch the most ambitious set of digital flash memory products to date. Echoing the speed, performance, and styling of Ducati’s legendary, racing-inspired motorcycles, we proudly present the SanDisk Extreme® Ducati Edition. This label is reserved for some of the fastest memory products SanDisk, or the industry, has ever produced. This exclusive, collectible product line will only be available for a limited time, and only from specialized retail establishments.

Product Details:

• Available in 4GB configuration
• Fast 20MB/second sequential read/write speed
• The fastest consumer USB Flash Drive SanDisk offers
• Includes SanDisk Extreme® Ducati Edition lanyard for easy carrying, and recognition as an officially licensed Ducati product
• Includes RescuePRO® Deluxe Recovery Software CD
• Comes with Lifetime Limited Warranty

Other Ducati labelled products include Compact Flash cards (4GB & 8GB) and SD Plus Card (4GB)

So biker, place your right now at SanDisk

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3G HD DVD players from Toshiba

According to a company release Toshiba will launch three third-generation HD DVD players for sale in the US soon.

Details:
HD-A3 (Entry-level) US$ 299 (expected in October)
HD-A30 (Mid-range) US$ 399 (expected in September)
HD-A35 (High-end) US$ 499 (expected in October)

Yes, they are launching the mid-range model first!

The HD-A35 and HD-A30 both feature 1080p playback at 24 frames per second and support a two-way connection between the player and TV over HDMI, dubbed CE-Link by Toshiba. The HD-A3 supports 1080i only. The three models will be 5.95cm high which is approximately half the 10cm height of first and second generation models.

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iPhone Hacked, no contract required

As mentioned earlier, iPhone is hacked partially meaning, it will still remain carrier dependent. But you can now use any existing AT&T or Cingular pre-paid account or any virtual operator’s SIM card that uses the AT&T and Cingular network, includes corporate accounts as well.

Well here are the instructions.

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Flying Robotic Insect

A life-size, robotic fly has taken flight at Harvard University. The tiny robot’s movements are modeled on those of a real fly. While much work remains to be done on the mechanical insect, the researchers say that such small flying machines could one day be used as spies, or for detecting harmful chemicals.

• Weight: 60 grams
• Wingspan: 3 cm

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Canon EOS 40D, finally real

It looks like the much rumoured and long-awaited Canon 40D DSLR camera, successor to the popular EOS 30D model, may finally be arriving. None other than the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) has spilled the beans by listing the Canon 40D on it’s PictBridge-certified product page, which was last updated yesterday. There’s obviously no specs or pictures yet. Will update soon on that. But definitely, a better 30D.

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iPhone AT&T lock cracked! partiallly…

Folks at iPhone Dev Wiki have been able to partially unlock the iPhone using a new application called iASign. It won’t fully unlock the iPhone for use with other companies, but the hack will allow you to use any existing Cingular/AT&T Pre-paid/MVNA SIM so you don’t have to get a two-year contract with AT&T. If you are interested you can help them at the #iPhone IRC channel

But eXpansys, UK quotes that the device will be sold Network Unlocked unlike the evil AT&T lock in the US. More details…

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New iMac on August 7?!

Multiple sources have said Apple’s highly anticipated iMac revision is expected in the first week of August. The revamped iMac will represent the first substantial upgrade to the system since it initially adopted Intel processors in January 2006, and will sport an entirely new brushed aluminum enclosure.

I have made a mockup of how the iMac 2007 might look like. Can’t wait for the surprise.

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