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Logitech recently put 1080p webcam capability on the market with the Logitech HD Pro Webcam C910.  Enjoy 1080p video recording and 720p video calling resolution.  Utilizing a Carl Zeiss optic quality is assured to be high.  One touch upload to YouTube and Facebook, 10-megapixel snapshots and free video calling via the included Logitech Vid™ HD software are just a few features that make this camera stand out.

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Weekly Deals From B&H Photo-Video

by Joe on March 27, 2010

Tech Tilt’s trusted online affiliate partner, B&H Photo-Video has some great deals this week.

Canon VIXIA HG20 AVCHD Hard Disk Drive High Definition Camcorder

Canon’s VIXIA HF200 Flash Memory High Definition Camcorder is the entry-level HD offering from the company for 2009. This lightweight camcorder records up to 6 hours of full 1920 x 1080 HD video exclusively to SDHC cards, freeing you up from carrying around bulky media while providing high definition recording. The camera’s 3.89MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV III Image Processor work together to provide you with vivid video and still images every time you shoot. In addition, the HD Video Lens with 15x optical zoom, 2.7″ widescreen LCD, and SuperRange O.I.S. do their part to ensure a user-friendly recording experience. Other features such as Dual Shot, for simultaneous video and still capture, and 3 second pre-record bring even more options to the plate.

$ 729.00 – $ 200.00 Instant Savings = $ 529.00 + Free Shipping (USA)

Western Digital 2TB My Book Mirror Edition External Hard Drive

The 2TB My Book Mirror Edition External Hard Drive from Western Digital is a high-capacity external hard drive with an interface that allows it to be connected via USB 2.0. The drive is housed in an elegant design that can at first glance be mistaken for that of a hardbound book. This makes the drive an excellent choice for anyone who would like to have a unique and classy drive to use for external data storage. The drive features built-in power-saving, has no environmental contaminants, and ships in recyclable packaging, making it as friendly to the environment as it is to your data.

$ 212.99 – $ 40.00 Instant Savings = $ 172.99 + Free Shipping (USA)

Toshiba DMF82XKU – 8″ Multi-Function Digital Picture Frame (Black)

The Toshiba DMF82XKU 8″ Multi-Function Digital Picture Frame is a frame that you’ll want to show off just as much as your photos. The sleek, high-gloss design will look great in the living room, office, or bedroom, and connecting your frame to your home network is a snap with WPA security. Wi-Fi access at the touch of a button makes updating pictures simple, and sharing them with family and friends that are far away is made possible with FrameChannel.  FrameChannel is a free service that allows you to gather and display your photos on your connected device. Use FrameChannel to view your photos and select from 1000+ channels of custom content like news, traffic, weather, sports, financial data and more.

$ 129.95 – $ 15.00 Instant Savings = $ 114.95 + Free Shipping (USA)

Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 USB 2.0 Webcam – 2MP

The QuickCam Pro 9000 USB 2.0 Webcam from Logitech is a compact web camera that connects to your computer via a standard USB 2.0 interface. The camera allows you to participate in web conferencing, record video to your computer, and take still images. An integrated microphone allows you to capture audio. The camera features a true 2 megapixel sensor that allows you to take high-resolution still images.

$ 79.99 – $ 10.00 Instant Savings = $ 69.99 + Shipping

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HP Computers are Racist

by Eric on December 21, 2009

Desi, a black guy, and Wanda, a white woman, apparently work at some consumer electronics store.  They are testing the face tracking feature of the HP webcam and arrive at the conclusion that it will not recognize or track black faces.

Just check out the video for yourself.  Something fishy is definitely going on here.

HP has seen this video and thinks it may be due to the lack of foreground lighting and low contrast on Desi’s face:

We believe that the camera might have difficulty “seeing” contrast in conditions where there is insufficient foreground lighting. While we work on this, take a look here for more information on the impact of lighting on facial tracking software, and how to optimize your webcam experience: http://bit.ly/7HsZHD

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