Girls Just Wanna Have Fun GeekKit

Can’t decide what to get your favorite pink gadget lover? Why not get her everything. The Girls Just Wanna’ Have Fun GeekKit comes with the Gadget Girl 300K Digital Camcorder that doubles as a webcam, the Bratz Rock Angelz Recording Studio Playset, a cute little Pink Radio Control Car complete with flashlights and sound effects, a bunch of multicolor LED bracelets, the 1GB Lasonic MP-01GS MP3 Player that supports WMA and MP3 files and has an FM radio, a pink foldable dust and water resistant keyboard and a matching 3 button PS/2 optical mouse that lights up red and purple when plugged in. This whole package costs just $64.50. Granted some of these items are a bit kiddish, but overall we like its concept and the price tag.

Canon’s FS100 Flash Memory Camcorder is Colorful and Small

We’re always happy to see splashes of color thrown o to ordinary electronics, especially when there are quality brand names involved. Canon is one of the latest such companies to come out with different color choices for their camcorders. Their new Canon FS100 Digital Flash Memory Camcorder feature 37x optical zoom, Image Stabilization, a 2.7″ Widescreen LCD, the ability to record to SDHC cards all in a body that weighs just 9.6 oz. Unfortunately the camera is not HD and a memory card isn’t bundled with it, but it’s $399 price tag isn’t bad considering Canon’s camcorder usually produce great video. And last but not least, the camera is available in red, blue or silver. If these camcorder look familiar, it might because they might remind you of JVC’s colorful hard drive based GZ-MG330 model that we first saw at CES.

Samsung SC-MX10 Flash Based Camcorder is Cheap & Pink

Looking for a cheap flash-based camcorder for all your YouTube endeavors, but you refuse to buy from anything but a big brand name? Then check out the Samsung SC-MX10 which is just $199. It features 34x optical zoom, 1200x digital zoom, electronic image stabilization, 4:3 and 16:9 playback, and the ability to record to MPEG-4 video files on to SD cards. Best of all the SC-MX10 is available in pink or silver, and Circuit City has a red version as well. [Read more]

DXG-567VP Flash Based HD Camcorder is Cheap & Pink

We are so not vouching for the quality of this super cheap HD camcorder, after all it does look a lot like a cheap ipod ripoff. But To its credit, the DXG-567VP comes in a choice of pink blue, red or black. The camcorder features 2x digital zoom, a 2″ LCD display with a 480 x 240 resolution, a 5 megapixel CMOS sensor with the ability to capture movies in a format as big as 1280 x 720 - in a widescreen or standard aspect ratio. We like that it has got a pop-out USB connector and it promises to come with software that will make it easy to upload to YouTube. The device is flash-based and expandable via a SD slot, though it does have 32MB built-in, which is quite pathetic even for a cheap camcorder. Think of this one as a slight step-up from the a Flip video camcorder. [Read more]

Samsung 2008 Spring Fever Gadgets

We had a blast at the Samsung Fever Showcase looking at all the great cool stuff coming out soon, as well as what is out already. Below are some of the items that caught our attention.

Samsung Series 4 450 3-D Ready Plasma HDTV:
The first of it’s kind, Samsung always thinks outside the box and has introduced the first 3-D Ready Plasma HDTV, allowing viewers to interact with the Plasma in a truly 3-D experience. There will be accessories sold separately, such as 3-D glasses and a PC module that will truly give the 3-D experience right at home. The TV is already available to purchase.

Samsung Series 6 650 and Series 7 750 Plasma HDTV:
Samsung has partnered with USA TODAY to provide the on-demand service of keeping you up to date with sports, news, and stock information. The functionality of this on-demand system will work through InfoLink RSS service, which will provide the content directly from USA TODAY right to your screen. To access the information consumers only need to grab their remote and press the RSS button. There will also be a Wireless LinkStick Accessory so your TV can connect to the web wirelessly without long messy wires. There is also the “Touch of Color” design implemented into all the models in this line that is a subtle yet beautiful with its hue of red frame. [Read more]

Hidden Camera in an AC Adapter is the Best Spy Cam, Makes Us Nervous

It may look like just a plain old wall charger but it may actually destroy someone’s life. Think someone is messing around while you are not home or in your office. Plug the Charger DVR Hidden Camera into an outlet and capture video and sound all via a Micro SD card hidden inside of it. The actual AC adapter will give the unit power and the SD card will provide the storage to capture anyone in the act of doing something naughty. If not connected it can still record up to 3 hours of audio/video. So the next time you see a charger, be wary as it may want to charge you with a felony.

ScanCafe Saves You the Headache of Scanning in Old Photos

ScanCafe specializes in preserving your memories and precious moments. For most of us we don’t have the time or luxury to scan in all our old photos so that we can make them digital, however ScanCafe will save you the time as long you have the money. Send them a bunch of your most prized photos via UPS and they’ll scan and digitize them. Then you can select what you want saved to CD or printed our professionally. Pricing is 19c for negatives at 3000 dpi, 24c for slides at 3000 dpi and 27c for photos at 600 dpi. This is actually pretty reasonable pricing, and when you consider that your photos are probably fading away as each moment passes, this is a good bandwagon to jump on. Just pray that UPS takes care of your package getting there.

Hello Kitty Digital Camera Looks Like Ms. Kitty Herself

There are many Hello Kitty digital cameras out there but  none that are designed in the image Ms. Kitty herself. This adorable digicam has 5.0 Megapixels, 4X Digital Zoom, 32MB Internal Memory, a 2.0 LCD, and a SD/MMC Memory Slot. For $329.00 it may seem pricey for a novelty item. But for those diehards Hello Kitty fans, I’m sure you won’t be able to resist.

Panasonic SDR-SW20R Camcorder Can Handle Getting Down and Dirty

We seem to be aiming for this outdoorsy theme here on Chip Chick lately. Well to add another rugged gadget to the collection is the Panasonic SDR-SW20R. This Water, Shock & Dustproof compact camera is not only tough but it’s not half bad looking too! With its red and black casing you can impress the fishes when you take this camera underwater - you can go down as low as 5 feet with it. The camera is flash based and holds all your footage on a dedicated SD card. No tapes or hard drives here. Just save everything to the SD card and then transfer it off to a DVD via the USB port on the camera. For $399.95 you can take this camera to the beach, operate it doing a sandstorm, or a blizzard and then bring it home to wash. [Read more]

Olympus 850 SW DigiCam is Pretty But Rugged

Summertime is right around the corner and for those who love to take pictures at the beach, you are probably afraid of dropping it in the ocean never to be seen again or perhaps you’re afraid it will becoming totally waterlogged. But those worries are over with the Olympus 850 SW - it’s not only Waterproof, it’s also freezeproof, and shockproof. It also comes in variety of colors, which is something we always appreciate. It’s available in either pink, black, yellow, blue, and silver. Te 850 SW retails for $299.99 and is definitely the camera for those outdoorsy types. The camera features an 8 megapixel CCD, a 1.5″ LCD and 3X zoom, which is all very standard. So the relatively high price tag is due to the fact that you’re paying for its durability.

G-Cube’s Pastel Webcams For your Laptop

Webcams that come in feminine friendly colors and can be taken on the road - now thats different! The G- Cube webcam is a cute webcam that can clip on to any laptop screen or LCD. Its portable, small, and pretty and in case of that all important video conferencing meeting. It’s very convenient for those not blessed with built-in webcams on your laptops. Video resolution is 640 x 480, it has auto exposure control with white balance, it can rotate 180 degrees, its digital zoom is supposedly till infinity - yeh, right, and it comes with software to edit and modify images. The G-Cube Webcam retails for $22.99, so at least the price is right.

Boynq Alibi Web Cam Review

The Consumers Electronic Show (CES) ushers in the New Year by giving one a bird’s eyes view of what products will be available in the months ahead. Some of the electronic products offered cover the gamut of being mundane while other products are innovative. Take for instance, the slick and futuristic looking Boynq Alibi Computer Speaker Webcam and Microphone. We jumped at the opportunity to put this gadget to the test.
Dubbed, the Alibi, this USB plug and play combination computer speaker, webcam, and microphone, aims to add a bit of style to the way one uses a webcam. What makes this webcam different from other web cams is that the web cam is enclosed inside of the body and is released by pressing on top. Hence, the web cam pops out and the speakers are turned on as well (this is the on/off button). This webcam can also manually tilt and swivels around. The microphone is located to the right of the web cam lens (it’s a small slit), and the speakers are housed on the bottom of this unit (four stands prop up the body of the web cam, thus allowing the sound to emit from the speakers). The volume “control ring” button for the speakers is located in the middle of the webcam and is smartly labeled “volume”, and minimum and maximum buttons are clearly but cleverly marked. Also, the packaging for this web cam is the best marketing presentation that I’ve seen in awhile. [Read more]

Digital Spy Camera Disquised as a Lighter Just Screams James Bond

There are plenty of spy gadgets out there, but the Lighter Shaped Digital Spy Camera really has 007 stamped all over it. The petite camera hiding inside of this pseudo lighter features 8MB of built-in memory for photos up to: 1280×960 in resolution, or the device can be used as a web cam as well if you hook it up via a USB cable. The camera retails for just $34.99 and is powered by one AAA battery. [Read more]

Panasonic’s Latest Pink Digicam, the Lumix DMC-LS80P

Pink cameras are a dime a dozen these days. I think almost every manufacturer wants to make at least one pink camera whether it be Sony or Fuji. To their credit, Panasonic has been making pink digicams for a while now. Their latest is the Lumix DMC-LS80P with a 8.1 Megapixel CCD, 3 X Optical Zoom, and MEGA Optical Image Stabilization. so overall there is a lot of punch in this little camera. Aimed for those that want to take great pics without all the drama of choosing the right settings, the Lumix boosts an intelligent mode that gets every picture right the first time around. I certainly can appreciate that option. All I want to do is take a decent picture with a simple push of the shutter button, not stand around for 30 minutes figuring out which settings are best before I take the picture. ISO Settings range from 100 to 1600, it also has scene modes, white balance controls, a 2.5 LCD screen, and it has a Leica Lens. But overall its features are pretty standard with point and shoot digital cameras these days. [Read more]

$99 DXG-565V Pink Digital Camcorder Records DVD Quality Video

We can’t vouch for the quality of these hybrid camcorder/cameras, but if you’re looking for a pink or blue bargain, the DXG-565V might do the job. The camera features a 5 megapixel CCD, a 2.4″ LCD, 4X digital zoom (come on, for $99, you knew you weren’t getting optical zoom), it also works as a digital music player and voice recorder. But it’s killer feature is its ability to record MPEG-4 videos at up to 720 x 480 at 30fps which is pretty surprising for a device so inexpensive. The DXG-565V is available in 5 colors including Metallic Pink, Ruby Red, Deep-Sea Blue, Gun Metal, and Midnight Black and it comes with a camera case, wrist strap, earphones, editing software, USB and AV cables, manual, and AAA batteries. [Read more]

CES 2008: JVC Launches Colorful Lineup of Everio Hard Drive Based Camcorders

Colorful digital cameras have become a dime a dozen but until now camcorders have stayed drab in silver or black. JVC has released a new line of Everio hard disk camcorders which are available in four different colors including sapphire blue, ruby red (though it looks pink to us), diamond silver and onyx black. The camcorders will be available in 30GB and 60GB versions and will features a new touch sensitive scroll bar system called Laser Touch. [Read more]

Sneaky Spongbob CD Player is Really a Spy Camera

Well with Valentines Day not too far away, nothing like the present to make absolutely sure that our other half isn’t fooling around. PIgear.com is a site that mostly sells spy gadgets and covert cameras in particular to catch those with something to hide. You know those same cameras that are supposed to protect your house from Burglers - but we’ll leave that to ADT. Because using them this way is much more fun… One particular camera is embedded in a SpongBob CD/ Radio. [Read more]

Argus $60 Pink 5 Megapixel Digital Camera

Here is another cheap pink digital camera that is really affordable, even cheap. While we’re not going to vouch for the camera’s quality, the specs are pretty impressive for a $59.95 price tag. Argus’s DC 5195 has a 5 megapixel CCD, it also has a 2″ LCD, 4X zoom, 32MB of internal memory which is expandable via SD cards and it can record movies up to 640×480 resolution and it features TV out recording with sound. [Read more]

Samsung’s S73 Cheap 7.2 Megapixel Digicam Comes in Pastel Colors

Samsung’s S73 digital camera packs a decent amount of punch for camera that costs just $110. It features 7.2 megapixels, 3X optical zoom, a 2.5″ LCD screen, 16MB of internal memory, on screen camera effects, digital stabilization, and a 640×480 30fps video mode. But being the superficial gadget fashionistas we are, we’re most excited about the choice of colors that it is available in - pink, lime, blue or silver. And it’s also currently selling with a promotion that will get you a free printer after rebate. That is definitely a fair amount of value for $119.

ZRAD Super Mini SPY Cam is as Small as a Pack of Gum

We’re not going to ask you why someone would even need such a device, everyone has a right to their privacy after all. But anyway, if you’re looking for a really small spy cam that can also record video, the ZRAD Super Mini Spy Cam is about as small as they come, and it’s pretty affordable. The camera is capable of recording 3gp video files at 15fps. Up to 33 hours can recorded on to a 1GB micro SD card. It can also snap 1.3megapixel shots, though don’t expect to them to be award winning. The Spy Cam can also double as a voice recorder, The battery life on the cam is just 4 to 6 hours, but it can be charged via USB power, which is something you’ll appreciate. The ZRAD Super Mini SPY Cam retails for $199.

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