Year: 2002

Blackmagic Design introduces new 10 bit uncompressed video capture card

Posted by | Nov 1, 2002 | |

Blackmagic Design today announced the DeckLink, the company’s newest QuickTime PCI capture card. Blackmagic claims that the DeckLink is the first uncompressed 10 bit video PCI card priced under US$1,000. The card is designed specifically for connecting to digital broadcast tape decks, and features SDI video/audio input and output, a Sony-compatible RS422 serial deck control port, a 2x speed PCI interface running at 66MHz, and supports 64 bit rendering.

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ICQ 3.2 update posted

Posted by | Nov 1, 2002 | |

ICQ 3.2 is the latest version of the popular instant messaging and chat client, as noted by VersionTracker. The update includes improved peer to peer functions, split message mode, longer messages, typing indicator, a preview pane in the history window, new interface customization options, improved sound support, faster and more reliable file transfer, and improved database performance. ICQ is available for Mac OS 8.6 or higher and Mac OS X.

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Apple launches “Suiten the Deal” promo

Posted by | Nov 1, 2002 | |

Apple has updated its Apple Store Hot Deals page with a new promotion, entitled “Suiten the Deal,” which offers customers highly discounted pricing on a variety of Procreate products when they buy CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 11 from the online Apple Store before December 31, 2002. With this offer, customers can purchase Procreate Painter for US$100 ($379 savings), Knockout for $50 ($279 savings), and KPT Effects for $49 ($50 savings). Orders for these products will be fulfilled directly through Corel.

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iSkin Keyboard Protector for PowerBook/iBook announced

Posted by | Oct 31, 2002 | |

ackNOWLEDGE today introduced the iSkin Keyboard Protector, a translucent silicone covering specifically designed for the iBook or PowerBook G4 keyboard that offers protection against “damage caused by spills, dirt, crumbs, and other unwanted elements that may get in between the keys of the keyboard.” The removable and washable covering also prevents damage to the laptop’s screen caused by the keyboard, and is available in six different translucent colors. The iSkin Keyboard Protector is available now for US$24.99.

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