Want to learn something or help teach your kids then Khan Academy is definitely a destination on the internet to learn something or get your children interested in learning in an innovative approach. There is a library of over 3,000 videos, that are available for no charge or fees.
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Canon PL Cinema Lenses
With the new addition of the Canon EOS 5D MarkIII, and the trend toward filming with DSLRs with cinematic depth of field, canon now manufacture’s prime cinema Lenses available with PL or EL mounts. A nice prime is the CN-E14.5-60mm T2.6 L SP.
Epson R-D1x(g) very retro digital
Looking for a digital camera that is disguised as a traditional looking stylish film camera? Then take a look at the Epson R-D1s rangefinder digital camera. It works with the Leica M or L mounts as well as the M39 mounts with an adapter.
I will say its been out for a very long time with the R-D1s model dating back to 2009, and its only 6 megapixels, not full frame, aps-c size with 1.5x crop factor however it does have analog controls, and dials which is definitely a standout feature in todays menu driven digitals.Along with capability of using matching Leica glass with this retro rangefinder body will definitely have people take notice.
These cameras seem to be very scarce and seem to command premium prices even on the used market due to their uniqueness.
The Ramos Alarm clock when oversleeping is not an option
The Ramos alarm clock takes shutting of the alarm to another level, as nearly all alarm clocks take minimal effort to shut off the alarm. One has to physically get up and key in a code to a transmitter in another room to disable the alarm, since unplugging the clock will not disable the alarm since it has battery backup built into the clock.
Xtend and Climb 770 aluminum ladder
Are you space challenged with large 12ft or longer ladders taking up space in your garage or home that you only use a few times a year like christmas time for lighting or occassional indoor painting projects. The Xtend and climb aluminum ladders fold down to a real compact dimension. For example the Xtend and Climb 770 model extends to 12.5 feet and collapses down to 31.5 inches for storage, small enough for a closet.
Tired of filling out your email address for online forms?
If your tired of typing out your email address over and over on your iphone there is an easy shortcut. This keyboard shortcut can actually be used for shortening the length of typing any repetitive address or character intensive descriptions using the keyboard shortcut on the iPhone.
Basically go to Settings on your phone, click on General, then scroll down to Keyboard and click, make sure that shortcut is on. Then scroll down to shortcuts and click add new shortcut. You will see a screen with Phrase: this is where you would type in your email for example: john.jones @gmail.com Now you will type in the Shortcut for this address such as
gmail.com. So the next time you type in gmail and click enter your actual email address john.jones @gmail.com will appear.
You can do this of course for any number of phrases as well. If your home address is say 403 Franklin st. this could be phrase and enter 403 as shortcut. The next time you type 403 your full st address will appear.
GateGuru
The GateGuru was a top 5 rated app by CNN. It gives out a lot of airport specific information, such as restaurant reviews and locations at the airport, or what is the quickest route to the cleanest restroom. Time is really important when your rushing to catching a connecting flight, especially at a large airport and something like GateGuru would be very helpful.
Its currently offered as a free download.
Robotic Chess set
I remember many years ago when I was a real chess fanatic and robotic chess systems was something one would read about not actually be able to buy or afford even if they were available. Well I ran across a robotic arm chess system from Hammacker Schlemmer called the robotic chess companion. It retails for 249.95 with advanced features, it can even be set to play against itself.
NHK develops 8k sensor with 120fps
NHK has developed a 33 megapixel camera sensor which captures video at 7680 x 4320 resolution at very high speed of 120fps. The Electronista article on the 8k Super High Vison reports it would require 16 times the bandwidth of 1080p
plus developing content for this format.
Convergent Design 4:4:4 recorder
If you shoot with an F3 Sony Camera the Convergent Design 4:4:4 recorder unlocks 4:4:4 output of the Sony F3. This enables true digital cinematography with sony F3 camera and utilizing sony S-log with LUT, also comes with SSD to e-sata transfer station to drag files directly to your PC or Mac workstation.
Very resonably priced at 5995.00 when compared to broadcast studio decks that record 4:4:4 which can be 10-15 times the cost possible even more when options are added.