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Ulead debuted Photo Express 4.0 My Scrapbook Edition, offering everything needed to create attractive scrapbook pages and covers, combined with a complete image editor.
Consumers can create titles using 30 free fonts included in My Scrapbook Edition, or any True Type fonts residing on their computer. Additional features perfect for scrapbook enthusiasts include the ability to create customized background paper, using their own photos as backgrounds, and a vast library of clip art for page accents. Users can edit the images before inserting into scrapbook page layouts in either 8-1/2-by-11-inches or the common 12-inch-by-12-inch format. For scrapbookers who do not own a large-format printer, custom page borders can be printed out on regular letter-sized paper.
For more information, visit Ulead on the Web at www.ulead.com.
Pictorico Wide Format
As an increasing number of professional and amateur photographers print their images on inkjet printers, the ability to select from a variety of inkjet media substrates and sizes is becoming more important to the creative process. To address this need, Pictorico Ink Jet Media, which currently has eight substrates on the market, is adding seven wide-format rolls to its line of premium specialty papers. The new rolls, ranging in width from 17 inches to 42 inches, extend the list of available sizes of Pictorico's most popular products: Premium Photo Gallery Hi-Gloss White Film, Premium WaterColor Card Stock, Premium PolySilk Fabric, Premium Canvas and Premium OHP Transparency Film. Pictorico papers are distributed by Olympus America and are available on the Web at www.pictorico.com.
Nikon has introduced the AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/2.8D ED-IF II, a compact and lightweight telephoto lens that offers superior optical performance and fast autofocus operation. The minimum focusing distance is 7.5 feet. The AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/2.8D ED-IF II is an extremely fast focusing lens. It's Silent Wave Motor design, Internal Focusing system and advanced M/A mode combine to compliment Nikon's Multi-Cam 1300 Autofocus Sensor with five-segment detection featured in Nikon's pro models. In addition, the nine-blade diaphragm produces images with more natural looking highlights and sharper details.
SLIK New Tripods From ToCAD
Slik has expanded their line of U Series Titanium Tripods. The U2000 was designed for travel, is lightweight and compact. The folded length is only 18.8" and fully extends to 45". Heavy-duty rubber tipped legs keep the U2000 in place during use. The new Slik U5500 tripod features a minimum operating height of 21.3" and offers a working height of 56.3". The tripod offers the speed and convenience of Slik's "Lift n Lock" system. The gearless center column, with its large ribbed locking collar permits fast adjustments. Those photographers who need the precision of a geared center column will find it in Slik's new U6600 tripod. All Slik U Series tripods feature Slik's distinctive anodized titanium finish and carry a three year warranty on parts and labor.
For more information, email to cadamerica@msn.com.
SiPix, the Digital Image Appliance Co., introduces the iQuest DualCam. The iQuest is a full-featured USB video camera, offering VGA quality at up to 30 frames per second. The camera features a three mode built-in flash, a 10 second self timer and video-out port. The camera can be untethered and store images in its built-in memory. The iQuest comes with a base to support the camera for live videoconferencing. MGI's PhotoSuite III SE, TeVeo VIDiO Suite, Odyssey Multimedia software and iQuest TWAIN driver come with the camera. Also packaged with the iQuest DualCam is an AC power adapter, USB and video cables, camera strap and two AA batteries for shooting right out of the box.
For more information, visit www.sipix.com.
Argraph Adds New Slide Viewer
To Pana-Vue Line
Argraph Corporation, manufacturer of Pana-Vue Slide Viewers is adding a new slide viewer to the Pana-Vue line. The Pana-Vue 3 Slide Viewer is a compact 2X hand-held viewer that uses window or room light. Its translucent back diffuses ambient light for even illumination. The Pana-Vue 3 is shipped in an attractive full-color self-selling display of 12. The Pana-Vue Slide Viewer line presently consists of the original three models plus the new hand-held Pana-Vue 3. Argraph will build on this base, adding new Pana-Vue brand products to expand on the original line. Argraph is also establishing global distribution of Pana-Vue products.
Olympus Introduces Sleek Binoculars
Olympus America continues to expand its line of binoculars with the introduction of the new EXPS I Pathfinder. The Pathfinder series offers BaK-4 porro prisms with a new and improved ergonomic design and long-eye-relief (18mm), with twist up-down eyecups. These standard size porro-prism binoculars are small yet powerful, making them ideal for travel and all-around outdoor use including hiking, bird watching, and spectator sports. Customized adjustments are fast and easy with a built-in dioptric correction to adjust to an individual's eyesight and a large control knob for easy focusing. The Pathfinder series consists of three different magnification choices: 8 x 42, 10 x 42 and 12 x 50.
Tasco Worldwide is getting ready to prove that the sky is not the limit when it comes to computer-guided telescopes, thanks to its new NexStar 11 GPS, available under its Celestron brand name.
The NexStar 11 GPS features a Global Positioning System that pinpoints the user's exact location on earth and a digital compass that quickly locates north. The NexStar 11 GPS includes an advanced Tour Function search engine with more than 40,000 objects in its database, plus star surfers can store as many as 25 coordinates of additional celestial objects.
Ulead debuted Photo Express 4.0 My Scrapbook Edition, offering everything needed to create attractive scrapbook pages and covers, combined with a complete image editor.
Consumers can create titles using 30 free fonts included in My Scrapbook Edition, or any True Type fonts residing on their computer. Additional features perfect for scrapbook enthusiasts include the ability to create customized background paper, using their own photos as backgrounds, and a vast library of clip art for page accents. Users can edit the images before inserting into scrapbook page layouts in either 8-1/2-by-11-inches or the common 12-inch-by-12-inch format. For scrapbookers who do not own a large-format printer, custom page borders can be printed out on regular letter-sized paper.
For more information, visit Ulead on the Web at www.ulead.com.
Pictorico Wide Format
As an increasing number of professional and amateur photographers print their images on inkjet printers, the ability to select from a variety of inkjet media substrates and sizes is becoming more important to the creative process. To address this need, Pictorico Ink Jet Media, which currently has eight substrates on the market, is adding seven wide-format rolls to its line of premium specialty papers. The new rolls, ranging in width from 17 inches to 42 inches, extend the list of available sizes of Pictorico's most popular products: Premium Photo Gallery Hi-Gloss White Film, Premium WaterColor Card Stock, Premium PolySilk Fabric, Premium Canvas and Premium OHP Transparency Film. Pictorico papers are distributed by Olympus America and are available on the Web at www.pictorico.com.
Nikon has introduced the AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/2.8D ED-IF II, a compact and lightweight telephoto lens that offers superior optical performance and fast autofocus operation. The minimum focusing distance is 7.5 feet. The AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/2.8D ED-IF II is an extremely fast focusing lens. It's Silent Wave Motor design, Internal Focusing system and advanced M/A mode combine to compliment Nikon's Multi-Cam 1300 Autofocus Sensor with five-segment detection featured in Nikon's pro models. In addition, the nine-blade diaphragm produces images with more natural looking highlights and sharper details.
SLIK New Tripods From ToCAD
Slik has expanded their line of U Series Titanium Tripods. The U2000 was designed for travel, is lightweight and compact. The folded length is only 18.8" and fully extends to 45". Heavy-duty rubber tipped legs keep the U2000 in place during use. The new Slik U5500 tripod features a minimum operating height of 21.3" and offers a working height of 56.3". The tripod offers the speed and convenience of Slik's "Lift n Lock" system. The gearless center column, with its large ribbed locking collar permits fast adjustments. Those photographers who need the precision of a geared center column will find it in Slik's new U6600 tripod. All Slik U Series tripods feature Slik's distinctive anodized titanium finish and carry a three year warranty on parts and labor.
For more information, email to cadamerica@msn.com.
SiPix, the Digital Image Appliance Co., introduces the iQuest DualCam. The iQuest is a full-featured USB video camera, offering VGA quality at up to 30 frames per second. The camera features a three mode built-in flash, a 10 second self timer and video-out port. The camera can be untethered and store images in its built-in memory. The iQuest comes with a base to support the camera for live videoconferencing. MGI's PhotoSuite III SE, TeVeo VIDiO Suite, Odyssey Multimedia software and iQuest TWAIN driver come with the camera. Also packaged with the iQuest DualCam is an AC power adapter, USB and video cables, camera strap and two AA batteries for shooting right out of the box.
For more information, visit www.sipix.com.
Argraph Adds New Slide Viewer
To Pana-Vue Line
Argraph Corporation, manufacturer of Pana-Vue Slide Viewers is adding a new slide viewer to the Pana-Vue line. The Pana-Vue 3 Slide Viewer is a compact 2X hand-held viewer that uses window or room light. Its translucent back diffuses ambient light for even illumination. The Pana-Vue 3 is shipped in an attractive full-color self-selling display of 12. The Pana-Vue Slide Viewer line presently consists of the original three models plus the new hand-held Pana-Vue 3. Argraph will build on this base, adding new Pana-Vue brand products to expand on the original line. Argraph is also establishing global distribution of Pana-Vue products.
Olympus Introduces Sleek Binoculars
Olympus America continues to expand its line of binoculars with the introduction of the new EXPS I Pathfinder. The Pathfinder series offers BaK-4 porro prisms with a new and improved ergonomic design and long-eye-relief (18mm), with twist up-down eyecups. These standard size porro-prism binoculars are small yet powerful, making them ideal for travel and all-around outdoor use including hiking, bird watching, and spectator sports. Customized adjustments are fast and easy with a built-in dioptric correction to adjust to an individual's eyesight and a large control knob for easy focusing. The Pathfinder series consists of three different magnification choices: 8 x 42, 10 x 42 and 12 x 50.
Tasco Worldwide is getting ready to prove that the sky is not the limit when it comes to computer-guided telescopes, thanks to its new NexStar 11 GPS, available under its Celestron brand name.
The NexStar 11 GPS features a Global Positioning System that pinpoints the user's exact location on earth and a digital compass that quickly locates north. The NexStar 11 GPS includes an advanced Tour Function search engine with more than 40,000 objects in its database, plus star surfers can store as many as 25 coordinates of additional celestial objects.
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