Sep 11

Star Wars Rebel Alliance & Galactic Empire Lollipops: The Sweet Side of the Force

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Suck it Rebel Alliance. Suck it Imperial Empire. I mean that in the nicest way possible. As in, each group can now suck on these awesome lollipops. These intergalactic suckers were created by Priscilla Briggs of Designer Lollipop. The Star Wars universe just got sweeter.

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Priscilla has created this neat set of Star Wars-themed Rebel Alliance and Galactic Empire insignia lollipops that look too good to eat. You can purchase them from her Etsy store at the link above for $16(USD) for a set of six lollies.

It’s worth looking around in her shop, she has other many great looking lollipops. Even Death Stars, R2-D2s and Stormtroopers. They really look great. I’m not sure how she gets such nice detail. Of course, that’s why she is making candy and I am not.

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Mar 21

Canon unveils EOS T5i and Rebel SL1, the world’s smallest DSLR (hands-on)

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Canon unveils EOS Rebel SL1, the world's smallest DSLR, and Rebel T5i handson video

If you haven’t already come to grips with the fact that Canon won’t be releasing a mirrorless camera with DSLR-like performance, you might as well cut your losses now. Instead of replacing the sluggish EOS M with a compelling shooter, the company has decided to focus on shrinking its DSLR. The result, the EOS Rebel SL1, is the world’s smallest Digital SLR. SL stands for “super lightweight,” which seems appropriate, given that it tips the scale at just over 14 ounces, yet the camera still accommodates EOS lenses, such as the new EF-S 18-55mm IS STM optic that ships in the box. There’s an 18-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, DIGIC 5 image processor, a 1.04M-dot fixed touchscreen, a new hybrid autofocus and standard 9-point AF. It offers sensitivity ranging from ISO 100-25,600, can capture 1080p video at 30 or 24 fps, and it includes a built-in mono mic, along with a stereo mic input jack on the side. Jump past the break for our hands-on.

Gallery: Canon EOS Rebel SL1 and T5i hands-on

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Mar 20

Canon EOS Rebel SL1: The Shrunken Down Beginner DSLR You’ve Been Waiting For

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Last year’s Canon T4i is a really excellent camera. But for all its whiz-bang features like a capacitive touchscreen and continuous autofocus while shooting video, it just didn’t feel special. A DSLR for beginners just doesn’t make as much sense when there are smaller mirrorless cameras that can achieve similar results. So Canon shrunk the T4i down. Here’s the mini version, Canon EOS Rebel SL1. More »

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Mar 19

Canon’s tiny next-gen EOS Rebel spied, reportedly with modest specs to match

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Canon's 2013era EOS Rebel reportedly spied, wouldn't be a revolution

It’s virtually an annual tradition for Canon to unveil new EOS Rebel DSLRs well before the summer hits, and we’re very nearly due for the next installment. It shouldn’t be a shock, then, that Digicam info claims to have both images and details of the EOS Kiss X7, which may be the smaller and lighter EOS-b. As you’d imagine, most of the differences versus the Rebel T4i appear to be more ergonomic than technical. While there’s mention of a second-generation hybrid autofocusing system, the most conspicuous changes appear to center on a space-saving design that moves the AF assist light to the opposite side. The 18-megapixel sensor, DIGIC 5 processor, ISO 25,600 sensitivity ceiling, 9-point autofocusing coverage and 3-inch LCD all appear to be retreads — the new model would be more to attract first-time owners than catch habitual upgraders. If the details are accurate, Canon would sell the Kiss X7 late in April for ¥79,000 ($828). There’s no word on plans for the camera’s US counterpart, but we wouldn’t be surprised to see an American edition arrive around the same time.

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Aug 14

Canon recalls 68,200 EOS Rebel T4i DSLRs, says rubber grips can lead to skin rash

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Canon recalls 68,200 EOS Rebel T4i DSLRs, says rubber grips can lead to skin rash

We’ve covered our fair share of product recalls over the years, but this one almost certainly takes the cake when looking at pure zaniness. Canon has recalled its EOS Rebel T4i — some 68,200 units — “due to a risk of allergic reaction.” You read that right. As the story goes, a chemical used in the camera’s rubber grips “can result in a reaction that changes the grips from black to white and poses a risk of skin irritation to the consumer,” and while the company has only received a single report of a consumer developing a “minor rash” after contact, that’s obviously enough to issue to recall. It involves T4i units with a 12-digit serial number that contain a second digit that is a “3” or “4” and a sixth digit that is a “1.” If that’s you, you’re advised to stop using the camera and ping Canon USA to have replacement rubber grips installed free of charge. Specifically, you can ring 855-902-3277 and be prepared to be placed on hold for the better part of your adult life.

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