Fujitsu ScanSnap S500
March 21, 2006; 6:36pm PST
Fujitsu has announced a new and improved ScanSnap. The ScanSnap S500 provides even faster scanning times, and several improved features, such as advanced optical character recognition, improved file compression, all-new compact design, auto-document size detection, searchable PDFs, and much more.
Fujitsu ScanSnap S500 Press Release

Targus Deluxe Camera / Video Case
March 18, 2006; 6:25pm PST
Targus makes makes a wide variety of accessory cases for equipment, and their latest offerings are taylored (literally) for women. The DKSV01 is a very affordable and stylish camera case, designed for women.
Targus Deluxe Camera / Video Case

Logitech MX610 Laser Cordless Mouse
March 13, 2006; 9:30pm PST
Originally announced March 8, Logitech announced a laser cordless mouse for the left-handed folk--and I'm one of them. The MX610 features 10 buttons, including e-mail and instant messaging buttons that illuminate when new messages are received within Microsoft Outlook, Windows Messenger, MSN Messenger, and Yahoo! Instant Messenger. The MX610 has a 30ft cordless operating range.
Logitech MX610 Laser Cordless Mouse Press Release

Logitech's Improved io2 Digital Pen
March 11, 2006; 6:48pm PST
Originally announced on March 8, Logitech announced a new and improved version of its io2 Digital Pen. The io2 will feature "io2 Tags" and a new lower MSRP price of $149.95.
Logitech Improved io2 Digital Pen Press Release

Logitech Announces NuLOOQ
February 23, 2006; 7:30pm PST
Logitech has announced a really slick accessory for Adobe Creative Suite 2 users. The NuLOOQ is designed to quickly and intuitively enhance your workspace more efficiently. Currently, it's only available for MAC users. Ughhhh.
Logitech NuLOOQ Press Release

InSpeck Announces Cyclops 3D Camera
February 22, 2006; 9:20pm PST
InSpeck has announced a specialty 3D camera for those who want a 3D sub surface laser engraver. Previously, these types of cameras were quite expensive, but InSpeck has announced the Cyclops to be more affordable and geared towards the novice user.
InSpeck Cyclops Press Release

Canon Announce 8.2MP 30D
February 21, 2006; 12:45pm PST
Canon has announced the 30D, retaining the 8.2MP imager, but now providing a 2.5" LCD, new shutter life up to 100,000 cycles, new ISO increments, and increasing the number of images in each folder from 100 to 9,999. MSRP is $1,399, and as usual, the price will remain firm for sometime. Images of the 30D and a preview will be available soon.
Canon 30D Press Release

DigitalDingus Provides RSS Content
February 5, 2006; 3:50pm PST
DigitalDingus is now providing RSS feeds for its viewers. There are currently four RSS feeds. Please refer to the RSS Index page for more details. If there are other RSS feeds you would like to see offered, please email me. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.

Olympus E-330 Preview
January 28, 2006; 3:15pm PST
DigitalDingus has a preview of the Olympus E-330 now online. The E-330 Preview contains a little more information about the E-330 than the press release.
Olympus E-330 Preview

Olympus Announces New Digital Cameras
January 26, 2006; 5:27pm PST
Olympus has announced several new compact digital cameras. The Stylus 810, Stylus 710, Stylus 720 SW, SP-320, FE-130, and the FE-140 were announced today. Olympus has offered a wide range of cameras with all but one having at least 7 megapixels.
Olympus 7.1MP Stylus 710 Press Release
Olympus 8MP Stylus 810 Press Release
Olympus 7.1MP Stylus 720 SW Press Release
Olympus 7.1MP SP-320 Press Release
Olympus 5.1MP FE-130 & 6MP FE-140 Press Release

Olympus E-330 With LCD Live Preview
January 26, 2006; 7:33am PST
As a sign of getting ready for PMA 2006, Olympus has announced the E330: a 7.5MP DSLR which is the first to include an LCD live preview. The 2.5" HyperCrystal LCD is capable is moving up and down, with 160-degree viewing angles.
Olympus E-330 With LCD Live Preview Press Release

Logitech G7 Laser Cordless Mouse
January 25, 2006; 11:36am PST
Logitech's G7 Laser Cordless mouse is the latest offering for super-fast cordless performance that actually rivals corded mice. Designed for the extreme and dedicated gamer, the G7 offers the features gamers need. In addition, the G7 can also benefit the power desktop user.
Logitech G7 Laser Cordless Mouse

JTL Studio Systems DigiFirer
A DigitalDingus Member Review by Matt Chase
January 23, 2006; 7:15am PST
Matt Chase has written up a nice little review of the JTL DigiFirer. The DigiFirer is an inexpensive alternative to more expensive RF flash systems.

JTL DigiFirer Review by Matt Chase

Maha MH-C808M Charger
January 21, 2006; 5:15am PST
Maha's new ultimate charger, the MH-C808M, is a AAA, AA, C, and D battery charger, capable of conditioning the the most demanding and large capacity batteries currently available on the market. Maha has also added a backlit LCD display to the new 800 series charger.
Maha MH-C808M AAA/AA/C/D Charger

Zeiss For Nikon F-Mount Cameras
January 18, 2006; 7:50pm PST
Carl Zeiss has finally announced what their little secret is they've been hinting about on their website. Zeiss will be offering initially a Planar T* 50mm f/1.4 and a Planar T* 85mm f/1.4 lens. More lenses will be announced later this year.
Zeiss Lenses For Nikon Press Release

MediaGear 10 in 4 Push-Button R/W
January 14, 2006; 8:45am PST
MediaGear introduced a new media reader and writer, the 10 in 4. The 10 in 4 has two additional USB2.0 ports, an AC adapter jack for using high-powered devices, and even offers a convenient flap cover to keep your media safe from dust and other unwanted particles.
MediaGear 10 in 4 Push-Button Reader / Writer

macally IceKey USB Slim Keyboard
January 13, 2006; 5:06pm PST
macally's IceKey USB Slim keyboard has a USB port on either side, requires much less typing pressure, and fits in those tight and cramped desktop spaces where other keyboards are not welcome.
macally IceKey USB Slim Keyboard Review

Adobe Lightroom
January 10, 2006; 6:00am PST
On January 9, Adobe announced Lightroom, an integration of Adobe Bridge and Adobe Camera Raw, which is meant for streamlining your image workflow. Lightroom is currently in beta form, and can be downloaded from the Adobe Labs Alpha and Beta testing website. Lightroom could be the missing link professional photographers have been requesting.
Adobe Lightroom Preview

CES 2006 Coverage
January 5, 2006; 3:44pm PST
DigitalDingus is covering many exciting product announcements from dozens of companies. As you read the current news releases in the 2006 News Index, you may not initially see an image of the product. However, there will most likely be images within 24hrs of the product announcement.

Kodak High Performance SD
January 3, 2006; 1:53pm PST
Kodak and Lexar have teamed together to release High Performance media, initially available in SD formats. The 512MB and 1GB SD cards will be available later this year.
Kodak High Performance SD Press Release

Sanyo Xacti HD1
January 3, 2006; 5:15am PST
Sanyo has announced the first digital camera to be able to record in High Definition. The Xacti HD1 is a 10x optical (100x Digital), 5.1MP digital camera, capable of offering 720p video resolutions. This is a signal of an integration of high-quality video recording into compact cameras.
Sanyo Xacti HD1 Press Release