Spycam Video Sunglasses to be your hidden camera

If you have spotted someone who wears such tricky sunglasses, be cautious as this might be the Spycam Video Sunglasses. This high tech spy gadget could be sunglasses of your choice and if you need to spy on someone, just wear it and sunglasses will do a job. Even if it sounds unbelievable, this pair of stylish sunglasses has a built in camera positioned in the middle so you are able to record your own spy video with 640 × 480 resolution while the video is stored on a Micro SD card in AVI format.

If you need more than just motion picture, no problem for the Spycam Video Sunglasses as they are able to record the audio as well. These James Bond like sunglasses comes packed with intuitive controls placed on the frame of the sunglasses while mounted rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery is able to last up to 4 hours so be ready for capturing a lot of interesting video. Its micro SD memory card can store up to 8 GB so it seems to be enough for those spying videos.

Whenever its battery is dead, just use USB connection to charge it and keep on recording your private video. As its video and audio recorders are hidden you may easily record what you like without fear to be noticed. The Spycam Video Sunglasses also comes equipped with a user guide, a carry case, AC adapter and a cleansing cloth. The Spycam Video Sunglasses records a high quality video so you may clearly view your unique motion picture. The Spycam Video Sunglasses weighs 39 grams and are available for 150 USD.

New York Uni researchers create invisible camera flash

Two researchers at New York University have created a new type of camera flash that could potentially remove problems such as red eye occurring in the pictures we take.

A camera flash is necessary in low light conditions to ensure a good image is captured. But the problem is that flash of light can result in red eye, closed eyes, and if you ever watch the film stars walking down the red carpet at their latest premier; thousands of flashes of light isn’t the most pleasant thing to watch in the world.

This new flash Rob Fergus and Dilip Krishnan are developing gets around those problems by being invisible. In other words, it does not use visible light. Instead they use infrared and ultraviolet light as the “dark flash” and modified the camera using it to recognize those frequencies.

Taking a picture in this way does not produce a perfect image, though, as the result is the equivalent of what you’d expect to see through night vision goggles. To rectify that the camera also takes a second capture of the scene being photographed without the aid of the flash. Those two pictures are then combined using software to produce the final image.

The use of software to combine the images also allows the images to be improved, for example, unwanted reflections can be automatically taken out. The combining of the images is not perfect, however, and the image capture can miss fine detail like freckles.

Confirmation that the next iPod Nano will sport a camera?

For the last couple of months there have been many photos and stories floating around about what the next iPod Nano (5G) would offer. The running theme seems to support the inclusion of a camera and a release date of September. We can’t speak to the release date but if the photos at accessory store Uxsight.com are to be believed, a camera is definitely coming soon.

Affectionately called the iPod Nano 5th Generation 5G Skin Case, it features a cut out on the back of the case for a camera.

You can buy the case for $1.19 + $5.49 shipping at uxsight.com if you want to get ahead of the pack.

My guess is that it’s just a manufacturer trying to get ready for a release. The interesting part is that it’s actually for sale, so maybe they do know a little something.

MR i-Spy Digital Camera Binoculars to record video and take pictures

Here is a very interesting spy gadget designed for those who like taking digital pictures while spying. Called the MR i-Spy Digital Camera Binoculars, this set of binoculars is released by Chilli Technology which offers the cheapest line of high quality binoculars. The main advantage of this spying bad boy is that this set of binoculars is fitted with a digital camera. So if you consider yourself to be a casual photographer, this marvelous set of binoculars appears to be a perfect solution.

The MR i-Spy Digital Camera Binoculars is designed to be a durable, light weight and easy to operate product. Its high quality digital camera comes with 1, 3 Mega pixel which is powered by 2 AAA batteries. Additionally, the MR i-Spy Digital Camera Binoculars has an embedded memory with a storage capacity of 16 MB which is sufficient to store 40 - 50 images when in HI mode or 100 - 150 when in LO mode.

This spying device is also capable to record video but the problem is that there is no sound in them. As for resolution, the MR i-Spy Digital Camera Binoculars features 1280 x 1024 pixels in HI mode and 640 x 480 pixels in LO mode. This marvelous set of binoculars also includes auto power off mode making it possible for your pair of binoculars to shut down when not in operation for after 30 seconds.

Sure enough, you may be able to manually power on or off this charming device. This nice looking must have device also comes equipped with focus range of 10 meters infinity, lens F 2, 8, f = 28 mm, USB 1, 1 interface, 3 digit 888+ICON monochrome LDC display, a USB cable, a hand strap including Ulead software.

This intuitive device is capable of easily operating as this is a plug and play device and once pictures taken you will be able to upload them to your personal computer. The MR i-Spy Digital Camera Binoculars weighs about 350 grams excluding its batteries. This smart set of binoculars supports PC and Mac and is available at an affordable price of just 44 USD.

Worldwide smallest DV Camera - Muvi Micro DV Cam

If you are a private detective, you might be interested in this ultra portable gadget. Called Muvi Micro DV Cam, it is rated to be the smallest DV camera in the world. This digital video monster measures a mere 2 x 0.8 x 0, 4 inches and is compatible with Windows and Mac.

This easily portable device is powered by rechargeable lithium ion battery which is included. So once you are out of power, you may easily charge it via USB socket to have a modest 2 - 3 hours of recording time. This Muvi Micro DV Cam has USB cable which is included.

Thanks to its 2MP lens, Muvi Micro DV Cam records at 2 mega pixels to be a good result taking into consideration its size while its resolution is 640 x 480 at 30 frames per second. All the data is saved and stored in a micro SD card.

You will be able to turn it on to sound activated record, so it will not be recording anything until it detects a noise of more than 65 decibels. At the same time, it will save a movie after 2 minutes of silence in order to save power.

This tiny Muvi Micro DV Cam is an intelligent device coming with integrated clip on the camera’s side for better portability. Its fitted microphone makes it possible for you to record sound and apply voice activated record.

Its micro SD card has 2 GB of storage capacity while can be enhanced up to 8 GB. And it will be useful to know that 1 GB of memory is enough for up to 1 hour’s movie. The Muvi Micro DV Cam is suitable for children aged more than 14 years old.

The Extreme Sports Pack which is sold separately incorporates 1 Muvi additional spring mounting clip, 1 velcro mounting bracket, 3 mounting bracket straps, 2 mounting bracket screws, 1 arm strap, 1 magnetic mounting bracket used for wall, 1 mounting bracket for bike and helmet, 1 silicon protective sleeve for the Muvi as well as 1 head/helmet strap.

Review: JVC Everio GZ-HD300 HD camcorder

The consumer camcorder market is making big steps forward right now. So while that camcorder you bought last year isn’t in desperate need for an upgrade, if you haven’t purchased one in two (or more) years then you might be surprised by what is coming out these days. Mid-range products are now shooting at 1080p (aka full HD) with the ability to shoot large still images, and models are smaller than ever. Additionally we are seeing more storage options, most models have SD/SDHC and while some have hard drives or flash memory, SSD storage is becoming increasingly prevalent.

JVC’s new Everio HD300 (GZ-HD300A) is a full HD camcorder that records to a 60GB internal hard drive. The drive holds up to 25 hours of HD video, though you can choose to shoot to a microSD card which will give you an easy 8GB of storage. The camera comes in a slick blue color and it’s quite compact, practically pocketable. These features add up to something that will be attractive to a wide selection of consumers.

At $600 the GZ-HD300 isn’t the cheapest HD cam on the market, but JVC made sure to make it consumer friendly and easy to use. Operation is, on the whole, dead simple and the controls are friendly. In addition to a nice selection of buttons scattered about the device there is a touch-sensitive slider on the side of the LCD panel and touch-sensitive “buttons” under it. These features, while minor, are slick and gives users some insight into what JVC was going for.

The camcorder is quite small, which is one of its main strengths, but consumers will want to keep in mind the implications of this. There are few advanced features, like microphone connections, and users should not expect to see an accessory shoe or things along those lines. The camcorder does have on-board HMDI and component as well as a controller, so not all features are lost to attain the small size. The camera has a wide selection of buttons, but the casual user won’t have to worry about most of them. There is a dedicated snapshot button for taking still images (including when shooting video), a switch for changing between video and camera modes, as well as dedicated one-touch buttons for upload/title, export, and direct disc/info. There is a dedicated button for playback mode as well. Of course, many of these are just there for convenience as pretty much everything can be done through the camcorder’s LCD if you are willing to search through the menus.

In terms of design the HD300 scores most of its points for a small size and good looks. The slim design and blue coloring (other options are available) make it more attractive than most camcorders available, and some gunmetal chrome highlights scattered around don’t hurt either. The button layout is comfortable and easy to adjust too, though some corners were cut on the handstrap. There is a built-in, automatic lens cover and front-facing microphones. The connections are scattered all over the device (USB on the front, power on the back, AV on the back, microSDHC on the bottom, HDMI/component inside facing the LCD).

Sony CCDTRV98 Hi8 Camcorder

Sony's compact CCD-TRV98 Hi8 camcorder is basic enough for even the newest video enthusiast, yet packs enough features to please intermediate level users who wants more bang for the buck. The camera's cordless laser-link capabilities, infrared NightShot feature, remote control and numerous menu options should please technologically savvy hobbyists. With a street price that should fall well below the $500 suggested price, this camera has enough features to make it an appealing camcorder choice.

Weighing only 2 pounds, the Sony TRV98 is about half the size of a shoebox. Well-balanced, it easily fit in one hand and the camera strap allowed comfort in almost any position. The left side of the unit features a 3.5-inch flip-out color LCD viewscreen, and the menu, date and time, display, exposure and counter buttons reside underneath it on the camera's body. There is a small black and white viewfinder at the top of the camera.

Even though many functions were activated through an on-screen menu, the menu/focus wheel, which controls most of the camera's functions, is easily accessible on the lower-left side at the back of the camera. With it, we could easily navigate the menu, although using it for manual focus was frustrating.

The Record button, well placed on the right side of the camera's back end, sits exactly where the thumb most comfortably falls. The smooth, variable-zoom slider switch lies on top of the camera near the Record button and we could comfortably reach it with either hand. The transport control buttons reside on top of the camera's right-hand side, over the tape transport. A built-in light is at the front of the camera, and a tiny button placed near the tape transport buttons controls it.

JVC Everio GZ-HD300 Camcorde

This year, JVC is focusing more on mid-range HD models than other manufacturers. While Sony, Panasonic, and Canon all introduced new top-of-the-line products, JVC spent most of its marketing attention on the Everio GZ-HD300 and GZ-HD320 two camcorders that both cost under $800. The demand for affordable high definition video is on the rise and the GZ-HD300 seems to be JVC's answer. It's incredibly compact and easy to use, but lacks all the bells and whistles of the $1000+ competition. In the testing labs, the HD300 outperformed the competition in some areas, but fell behind in others.

At a price of only $700, the JVC GZ-HD300 is a decent little high definition camcorder. It can't come close to the performance offered by more expensive models from other manufacturers, but it's a simple—and adequate—entry-level model. By forgoing the powerhouse performance, alternate frame rates, robust manual controls, and extra connectivity, you can save yourself some valuable money. The HD300 also has one thing that many other similarly priced camcorders lack: a 60GB internal hard drive. If you're shopping for a camcorder in this price range, you'll simply have to decide whether simplicity and affordability outweigh the few sacrifices you'll need to make.