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Take underwater High Definition video and still photos to a whole new level! The compact Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti WH1 has earned the highest possible IEC 60529 waterproof rating–IPX8–allowing footage to be captured without worrying about the effects of water or snow. The WH1 is capable of underwater depths down to an astounding 10ft for an entire hour and delivers High Definition video, up to 2-megapixel digital photos, with a 30x optical zoom. The combination of waterproof HD video and 30x optical zoom allow the WH1 to go where no camera dare go before. Its compact design makes the WH1 extremely portable and easy to use. Videos, still photos and the various settings and menus can be easily accessed with the user’s thumb. The WH1’s convenient design makes sharing videos and photos via social networking web sites, portable video devices like iPods, TVs and computers, a breeze.

Technical Details :
* Capture HD digital video (720p, 30fps).
* Waterproof up to 3 meters (10 feet).
* 30x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD screen.
* Face Chaser technology (can detect up to 12 faces for photos and videos).
* Capture video and stills to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included).

Sanyo Xacti WH1 Highlights :
- Style Design Made Simple.
- Large, 2.5-inch Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).
- Up to 2-megapixel Still Image Quality.
- 30x optical zoom.
- 12 Subject Face Chaser Technology.
- Sophisticated image stabilizer.
- Sequential photo mode shoots up to 13 frames per second.
- Highly advanced MPEG4 AVC/H.264 video compression.
- Easily transfer video and still images to your video capable iPod.
- Record over 5 hours of full motion video.
- Capture still images while you’re shooting video.
- Super-fast start-up.
- Includes a high-capacity Sanyo brand lithium-ion battery.
- Easy playback of recorded video directly on a TV.

PROS:
- 3m Waterproof.
- Good build quality.
- Feature-laden.
- Great battery life.

CONS:
- Noisy results with inaccurate colours.
- Image stabilization is practically non-existent.

This massive remote can operate an impressive 18 devices and comes with a charging cradle to dissuade you from losing it down the back of sofa.
Consolidates up to 10 remotes (TV, DVD, VCR/DVR/PVR, Cable or Satellite, AUX, Media Center) / Uses 2 AAA Batteries Sleep Timer, Mute and Previous Channel Volume Control in any mode Macro functions Learning Capability Upgradeable Permanent Memory Retention Requires 2 AAA batteries Manufacturer’s Lifetime Warranty.

Technical Details :
* Full DVD functionality (zoom, title, subtitle, angle, audio, repeat).
* Perfect for Home-Theater capabilities.
* Master Power Keys.
* Select you favorite 10 channels.
* Dedicated Menu keys including Guide, Info, Select and Exit (suitable for DSS and Previous Channel).

CUSTOMER FEEDBACK :
This remote has a lot of capability for the price. When building my home theater I was looking for a remote that could handle my TV, A/V receiver, VCR/DVD combo, Cable box/DVR combo. This remote was much cheaper than the Harmony (would have loved one of those) and could handle these devices as well as others. I am still tweaking the macro’s but I am off to a good start.
Pros: Works with combo devices, macro and learning capability, price.
Cons: Still have to use individual device’s remotes to perform certain functions.

Despite their bulbous shape – a consequence of the sizeable, 13.5mm driver squeezed inside each one – these in-ear phones are lightweight and comfortable to wear. Their reasonable price belies their class, too. While they can’t match the bone-shaking output of Sennheiser IE8s, they do not supply a decent dose of distortion-free bass, with crisp treble, making them ideal for everything from rock to hip hop to electronica.
These are an absolute steal – the best value here by far and a great alternative to the big ticket options here.

Technical Details :
* New hybrid silicone type earbuds for better sound, more comfort, and secure fit – three sizes(S, M, L).
* Carrying case
* Cord adjuster.
* Cord: 1.2m, Neck-chain type.

CUSTOMER FEEDBACK :
I have had the Sony MDR-EX-300/BLK for about 2-weeks and very happy with them. I got them at Best Buy on sale for $56. My cat chewed up my V-moda ear buds right before a long plane flight. The Sony buds had a few good reviews and I had to have my music for the flight. For ear buds they are very comfortable. I use sound reducing ear muffs to reduce the plane noise over my ear buds. This is a cheap way to get noise reduction. The problem is they are not very comfortable. I found the MDR-EX-300 did a good job of noise reduction and I did not have to use sound ear muffs.
One thing I have found with my V-moda and other ear buds I have used, the rubber piece that goes in your ear falls off easy and I have lost several. On the Sony’s they have a very tight fit and will not fall off. They are actually a little hard to change for a different size – but that is better than too loose.
My ears are a little burned out with too much load Rock & Roll. But I find the sound to be very good for the price. When listening to a high quality recording they sound great. They also bring out the defect on lesser quality MP3′s. They are best ear buds I have used so far. The carrying case is very well design and protects them from my cat. Highly recommended.

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The hf2 is a high-fidelity, hands-free noise-isolating headset and earphones combination. But it’s really much, much more than that. The hf2 provides a near-perfect music experience. Made by Etymotic Research, the people who created in-ear earphones, the hf2 delivers Etymotic’s world-renowned sound quality in a comfortable, convenient wireless phone headset, so you’ll never miss a call.
The headset includes an in-line microphone and a Music/Call button that allows you to quickly answer calls while contolling your music. You’ll be able to hear and be heard, clearly, even in a noisy environment. The hf2 includes the in-ear headset and earphones, assorted eartips so you can find the ones that fit you best, carry pouch and filter changing tool with filters.
Works with iPhone and other music phones that operate with a 3.5 mm/4-contact phone + stereo plug. Compatible with most music players (e.g., iPod, mp3, CD) that accept a 3.5 mm stereo plug. hf2 headset + earphones can be worn with the cables in front or in back of the head. The cable slider can be adjusted by moving it up or down for a snug fit.

Technical Details :
* Headset and earphones for iPod, iPhone and other mobile phones.
* For music phones and music players that take 3.5 mm/4-contact phone plus stereo plug.
* Highest noise isolation of all competing headsets.
* Exceptional sound quality.
* 20Hz-16kHz frequency response accuracy, 16 Ohms impedance.

How Etymotic Research Measures Response Accuracy ?
The accuracy score is perhaps the single most important tool for earphone design. A perfect recording of a live performance played through earphones with 100% accuracy would produce the same sound at the eardrum as the live performance. A complicating factor is that the acoustic resonance and horn effects of the ear change a flat signal entering the open ear to an eardrum signal with the approximate frequency characteristic of the target curve. A perfect earphone will create that same frequency characteristic at the eardrum.

Pros :
These have by far the best sound ever experienced in headphones. They are comfortable, or at least after a couple of days to get used to the feel of them. Once properly inserted, there is a full mobility with no fears of them slipping out. One can see two bags that contained dozens of replacement covers – very nice touch.
Cons :
These are the first isolating headphones. It does cause some strange internal sounds, like if you try to eat while listening to music, the chewing noises are very loud (kind of like chewing with your fingers in your ears.) Also there is some noise that gets transmitted from the cords into the ears.