Year: 2010

Acer founder: Apple products are a ‘mutant virus’

Acer founder: Apple products are a ‘mutant virus’

Posted by | Sep 9, 2010 | |

Well, here’s a new way of attacking your competitor: Acer founder Stan Shih, in a talks with reporters on September 8, commented that Apple’s strong popularity is mainly due to its products such as iPad and iPhone, and these products are like mutant viruses, which are difficult to find a cure for in the short-term, but he believes that PC vendors will eventually find a way to isolate Apple and become immune, reports “DigiTimes” (http://www.digitimes.com/news/a20100909PD210.html).

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Vector 3 announces support for ProRes Codec

Posted by | Sep 9, 2010 | , |

Vector 3 (http://www.vector3.tv), a developer of IT-based graphics and playout solutions, announced today that its Vector MultiPlay product line now supports the Apple ProRes codec.

The newly supported codec offers full format compatibility to Vector MultiPlay customers who use Final Cut Pro for production. MultiPlay is Vector 3’s IT-based, multi-channel playout solution that’s designed to optimize redundancy management for multi-channel broadcasters.

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Pentax announces two new Optio cameras

Pentax announces two new Optio cameras

Posted by | Sep 9, 2010 | , |

Pentax (http://www.pentaximaging.com) has announced two compact cameras: the Optio RS100 and the Optio RZ10. They’ll ship in October for US$149.95 and $219.95, respectively.

The Optio RS1000 may be “dressed” to match the personality and style of its owner. This cosmetically customizable digital camera features a removable faceplate to hold interchangeable skins of any personal design.

The Optio RS1000 features 14 megapixels, a three-inch LCD monitor, and a 4X optical zoom lens covering 27.5mm wide angle. It’s encased in a lightweight body about the size of a credit-card.

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