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Samsung’s Android customers get their pick of a pretty broad selection of smartphone web browsers and soon, at least according to ETNews, Samsung is looking to follow up on its own Android UI additions with its own fully-fledged mobile browser. The company is reportedly seeking out WebKit engineers to work on the project at Samsung’s Silicon Valley R&D center — where work is already underway on the Chrome mobile rival. The open-source WebKit engine already underpins not only Google’s own browser, but also its pre-ICS Android web browser — and Apple’s Safari. We’ve got in touch with Samsung who politely told us that it “doesn’t comment on rumor or speculation.”

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In the cut-throat world of desk organization, style often trumps functionality. In the case of Twelve South’s HiRise, style meets functionality. See what I did there?

The HiRise is a little storage locker designed to sit under an iMac or Cinema Display. The front panel folds down, revealing an adjustable shelf and storage space large enough for even a Mac Mini. But that shelf — oh, Twelve South is so clever — allows the HiRise to display an iMac at the same height as a Cinema Display.

Clever or not, the HiRise is a bit pricey at $79.99. However, it fixes the common complaints about the iMac in that it sits too low and doesn’t naturally match the height of a Cinema Display. So rather than resorting to propping up an iMac with a phone book or reams of paper, iMac owners now have stylish and functional solution in the HiRise.

The HiRise is available now from TwelveSouth.com. It’s compatible with all Apple Displays and iMacs that use the L-shaped stand.

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Jaguar’s new F-TYPE grows ever-closer, with the hotly anticipated sportscar expected to make its public debut at the Paris Auto Show this Thursday. Teased since the late-2011 C-X16 concept and flaunted in an eye-confusing finish doing wickedly exciting things around a test track, the F-TYPE will launch in three versions, each with a drop-top roof and the promise of true sporting performance.

Jaguar will use two versions of its 3.0-litre V6 supercharged petrol engine, tuned for 340PS and 380PS respectively, along with a new version of its 5.0-litre V8 supercharged engine. Performance figures haven’t been released, though it’s worth remembering that Jaguar has coaxed a 4.2s 0-60mph dash from the hottest version of the V8 in the XK, with an electronically-limited top speed of 186mph.

“The F-TYPE is coming”:

In contrast to the XK, however, which Jaguar positions as a super-luxury tourer, the F-TYPE will be a true sportscar. “We’ve worked hard to make sure that responses to steering, throttle and brakes are absolutely immediate, a task made far easier by the rigid aluminium structure at the car’s base” Jaguar chief engineer Mike Cross says of the new model. “It’s precise and exciting, a car that you’ll want to drive for the sake of driving alone – and it sounds fantastic!”

“F-TYPE – Focused”:

The full reveal will take place this week, on Thursday, when hopefully Jaguar will spill the beans on pricing and availability and maybe leave a few Porsche buyers reconsidering their orders. For the moment, we’ll have to just enjoy the noise of it during the multiple test laps Jaguar has shared in video form.

“F-TYPE: Speed and Handling”:

“F-TYPE – Fierce”:

Jaguar F-TYPE set to wow on Thursday is written by Chris Davies & originally posted on SlashGear.
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Innovative camera company Lytro is kicking off international sales from early October, along with broader availability across the US. The so-called light field camera – which allows the focus in the resulting images to be re-set, despite what the photographer was paying specific attention to when originally framing the shot – will hit Target, Best Buy, and Amazon US online from October 9, with CityTarget in-store availability from November.

Further afield, however, shoppers in Canada, Hong Kong, Australia, and Singapore will also get their chance to snatch up the Lytro. Canada’s Future Shop will offer the camera from October 9, while Australia will get retail availability from October 10.

Mid-October, meanwhile, will see sales begin in Hong Kong and Singapore. Those outside of the currently-announced countries can register their pre-interest and hope that Lytro sees fit to bless them with a camera at some point.

Lytro differs from existing cameras by capturing not only the light hitting the sensor, but the angle at which it hits. By preserving that data, the photo can subsequently be manipulated by calculating different focus settings; so, you can switch the point of focus between a subject in the foreground and what’s behind that subject, simply by clicking on different parts of the image.

However, while early reviews of the camera praised its innovation, the actual photo quality itself proved less impressive. That’s likely to change as Lytro rolls out more professionally-minded models; the first camera was built to target a relatively unthreatening price point of $400, given its unknown status in the market.

Lytro goes big: In-store US and international launches in October is written by Chris Davies & originally posted on SlashGear.
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It seems to me that Wi-Fi connectivity in digital cameras these days seem to be an in-demand feature. It makes perfect sense, really, especially when you have GBs of photos as well as videos to transfer over to your computer, why not rely on a wireless connection to get the job done instead of wasting precious minutes hunting down that ever wayward cable? Not only does it reduce the clutter around your workspace, it also looks a whole lot neater. Before I rant on to another topic altogether, let us see what is the main reason for this story – the Samsung EX2F digital camera that will come with Wi-Fi connectivity (which we will talk about in greater detail later), where it will target the prosumer class of users.

First of all, the Samsung EX2F might seem to be a compact camera with its $499.99 price tag, but don’t be fooled by its outward appearance. For starters, it will boast of a bright f/1.4 lens for premium image quality and performance, continuing the good work of its predecessor, the TL500. Those who want to up their game in the world of digital photography will definitely find the inclusion of full manual controls a boon, where the entire get up comes in a strong yet lightweight magnesium body.

It does seem to be an option for professional photographers who want something more portable than a dSLR, and yet can shoot above average images. The Samsung EX2F is said to excel in dim atmospheres with its 1/1.7” 12-megapixel BSI CMOS sensor, where accompanying the full manual control would be Aperture and Shutter Priority modes. There is a Dual Dial and front wheel keys so that photographers are able to quickly and easily adjust exposure for effortless manual control.

Last but not least, there is the 3-inch Swivel AMOLED display that makes it ideal to line up shots from a creative angle, and you can view your images under virtually any lighting conditions, now how about that? Throw in Dual Optical and Digital Image Stabilization (OIS and DIS) to the mix, and you have quite the pocket rocket there in terms of digital cameras for shoppers on a budget.

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