Sony unveiled its two new powerful Cyber-shot Mega Zoom Cameras

Sony Cyber-shot HX90V

When Sony released the Cyber-shot HX50V in 2013, it was the world's smallest and lightest camera with a 30x zoom lens. Now, two years later, it's back with the HX90V and WX500, which reclaim the title.

The two new additions to its Cyber-shot camera lineup, is packing as much power as possible into a compact design you can slip right into your pocket. The HX90V and WX500 both offer robust lenses and sleek designs along with a few extra features.

Sony Cyber-shot HX90V

Sony Cyber-shot HX90V

The HX90V and WX500 cameras are both equipped with a 18.2-megapixel Exmor R CMOS sensor, a 30x optic zoom ZEISS lens and a BIONZ X processor. Sony included an LCD display that tilts up to 180 degrees, making it possible to take high-quality selfies. The cameras also features physical dials, a customizable control ring and built-in GPS for quickly geo-tagging your photos and video.



“With these new cameras, we’ve taken some of the most unique, advanced imaging technologies from our RX and Alpha cameras and leveraged our unique ‘miniaturization’ ability to deliver a high-zoom shooting experience unlike anything else in the compact camera market today,” said Neal Manowitz, Sony’s director still imaging.

Sony Cyber-shot WX500

The Compact Hi-Zoom HX90V starts at $430 while the Ultra-Compact WX500 costs $330. The more expensive model adds an electronic OLED viewfinder, which Sony says is a first for any camera this small.

Both new Cyber-shot cameras will be available this June through Sony and its authorized retailers. The company is also offering a few new accessories for the cameras, including a body case and a shotgun microphone, though it hasn’t revealed how much those add-ons will cost.

SJCAM SJ4000 vs GoPro Hero 3 Black

SJCAM SJ4000 vs GoPro Hero 3 Black

The SJCAM and the GoPro are both action cameras designed with the mobile filmmaker on the go.  Both cameras are great for your extreme sports, deep sea diving, or merely dog recording activities. GoPro invented the action camera line of cameras and currently occupies the higher end of that market with cameras starting at 129.99 and going as high as $499.99, not including the many attachments and straps you can purchase to make the most out of your experience.

On the other hand, the SJCAM SJ 4000, which looks very similar to the go pro, occupies the lower end of the action camera market, usually selling for under $100. Unlike the GoPro, the SJCAM SJ 4000 comes with a plethora of attachments and straps so you can start recording your action packed videos right out of the box without spending any more than you’ve already spent to purchase the camera.

An $87.99 GoPro Hero Alternative.
Which Camera is for you? well if you are on a budget then the SJCAM SJ4000 is your obvious choice, but if you are going for a brand name and the status symbol then you may want to pay the extra $268.12 for the  GoPro Hero 3 Black Edition  either one you choose you will be getting the same great Full HD video quality you need.

8 Cool Things You Didn't Know Your Chromecast Could Do

Bring out new and hidden features with these tips for Google's streaming dongle.

Using Google means an easier online life - from email and online storage to news and digital maps. But the search giant can also take over your TV with the Google Chromecast $29.99 at Amazon, a streaming dongle that is behind only Amazon's own Fire TV Stick on the company's list of best-selling electronic devices.
Part of its appeal lies in its pure portability, but there's also the price: just $35 to wirelessly stream Netflix, Spotify, HBO GO, Hulu Plus, and more from your mobile device or PC to the TV. Not to mention apps for music, working out, and catching up on sports. When the Chromecast was released in July 2013, it quickly sold out, and is still going strong now that it's back on store shelves. At SXSW, Sundar Pichai, senior vice president of Google Chrome, Android, and Apps, said that "millions" have been sold.
Google announced a few updates for Chromecast at Google I/O earlier this summer - from Android mirroring to options that will make your Chromecast screen more aesthetically pleasing. And while the ultraportable device is pretty much plug and play, there are a few tips and tricks that can make casting more magical. Check them out in the slideshow.

Cast your Android phone or tablet screen to the TV

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Life Is But a Stream

Do you feel that your streaming is murky? You can change the quality of it. When casting, select the cast icon and then the gear icon. Choose from standard (480p), high (720p), and extreme (720p high bitrate) to clear things up. 

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Drive-In Movies

One of the chief complaints about the Chromecast is that it doesn't support local media playback, so you can't tap into content you have saved in the cloud. But with media management app Plex, you can stream music, movies, and photos via the Chromecast. Plex organizes your scattered content and lets you watch it from tablets, TVs, phones, and more. Sign up for the service, then download the Plex app, open it, and send your content to the Chromecast. 

Mirror Your Device to the TV

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Android Selfie

The latest Chromecast app update for Android lets you mirror your Android device to your television, meaning that you can cast whatever you see on your phone to the TV. It's currently available on several devices with Android 4.4.2 (KitKat MR1) and above; see the Chromecast support page for a full list. 

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Remote Control

Tired of searching for remotes when you want to use your Chromecast? No need to get up. You can turn on your TV and all the Chromecast features using your mobile device. That is if the Chromecast is plugged into the wall with an AC adapter and you can enable HDMI-CEC on your TV. To check that your TV has HDMI-CEC, check the manual. It will either be referred to as HDMI-CEC or by a proprietary name depending on the TV brand: Toshiba (Regza Link or CE Link), Samsung (Anynet+), LG (SimpLink), Sony (Bravia Link or Bravia Sync), Panasonic (Viera Link, HDAVI Control, or EZ-Sync), Sharp (Aquos Link), Philips (EasyLink), and Mitsubishi (NetCommand for HDMI). 

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Photos

There is now a modern-day alternative to old-school slideshows of the past; no projectors here. Use an app like PhotoCast for Chromecast (Android and iOS) to show photos from your device, Facebook, Google+, and iCloud.

If you want to just show photos from Google+, make sure that the Chromecast and device with the photos are both on the same Wi-Fi network. Then open the photos you want to show and click the cast icon.

You can also use your photos to customize your Chromecast backdrop. Select Backdrop from the navigation menu, then go to the settings wheel and select Backdrop Preferences, and switch Your Photos to on. 

Hotel Room

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Room Service

On your next vacation, forget about having to watch the limited channels available on the hotel's TV. Using your Chromecast on the go isn't quite as simple as it is at home, but it's doable. Make sure to pack a portable wireless router, like the ZyXel MWR102 Travel Router $24.83 at Amazon  and plug it into the Ethernet port in the wall. Then plug your Chromecast into the HDMI port on the TV and connect it and the device you're using to cast to it. 

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Keep Up With Apps

Apps are being added all the time, which means that your Chromecast is gaining new abilities and content. To find out what its latest tricks are, visit Google's Chromecast page and click on New. Recent additions include Showtime Anytime, Nick, and Comedy Central. 

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Guests

Whether you have housguests for a week or party guests for an evening, you might want to let them decide what to watch without giving them access to your Wi-Fi. You can now turn your Chromecast to Guest Mode in the device settings and anyone with an open Google Cast Ready app that’s open within about 25 feet of the Chromecast will be able to cast once the option shows up on their device. If this fails, the user can manually enter the four-digit PIN that will be displayed on the TV into the app’s settings on their device.

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Sony RX2, RX100 IV, A99 II to be Announced on April 23, a7R II, a9, a7000 Coming in May ?

It is confirmed that Sony will make a new products announcement on April 23. On that day, Sony will announce a new RX camera and a new A-mount camera, while E-mount mirrorless cameras will coming in May.

• Sony RX2 or Sony RX100 IV to be announced on April 23.
• Sony A99 II or A58 II to be announced on April 23.
• Sony Alpha a7R II, 50MP full frame a9, a7000 to be announced .. Source:: cameraegg.org