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The thin, lightweight Vado HD is small enough to fit easily in a pocket, purse or the palm of your hand, and it captures video in 720P high-definition quality with just the touch of a button. Sharing videos online is simple with built-in software that helps you post videos to YouTube, Photobucket or Box.net. The Vado HD is the only pocket video cam to feature true HDMI connectivity and an included HDMI cable for a superior viewing experience on an HDTV. Take the Vado HD Pocket Video Cam with you everywhere you go and never miss a moment. Product specs include 720p high-definition video, wide-angle glass lens, 2x digital zoom, 8GB of video storage capacity, up to two hours of recording and playback per charge, up to eight hours of recording time at 640×480 at 30 frames per second, HDMI and RCA connections for TV, HDMI cable included, A/V cable sold separately, removable and rechargeable lithium battery, Vado Central software for simple video editing and sharing. System requirements include Windows Xp Service Pack 2 or Vista, Intel Pentium III or higher, 512MB of memory, USB port, 500MB free hard disk space, and 16MB of Video Memory or above. Product ships with silicon skin, HDMI cable, and USB cable.

Technical Details
* High definition 720P pocket video camcorder with 8 GB of video storage capacity.
* Fits easily in your pocket purse or the palm of your hand.
* One touch recording with a spacious 2 inch display.
* Record up to two hours of HD video footage or up to four hours of video at VGA resolution.
* Connect your Vado HD to any HDTV with included HDMI cable.

Vado HD HIGHLIGHTS :

1. Capture life in HD.
2. Capture high-definition video.
3. 2 hours of recording and playback.
4. Edit movies and snap photos.
5. Playback video on your HDTV.
6. Connect and share in an instant.
7. High-quality video compression.
8. Large 2-inch anti-glare screen.
9. Rechargeable for hours of fun.
10.Accessorize your Vado HD.

Requirements:
* Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows XP (Service Pack 2).
* Intel Pentium III 1 GHz, AMD Athlon, or equivalent with MMX support.
* 512MB RAM.
* USB 2.0 or 1.1.
* 500MB free hard-disk space.
* Video Memory: 16MB RAM & above.
* Other Requirements: Microsoft DirectX 9.0 or higher.

PROS:
- Three different setting for picture quality.
- Flexible USB connection.
- Large screen for a small hand-held camcorder.
- Removable battery.
- Wider angle of video capture.
- Comes with HD cables for connection to your television.
- Windows based software is intuitive and easy to use.

Areas for Improvement:
- You must download Perian in order for videos to play on Mac.
- Buttons are too sensitive.

The Creative GigaWorks T3 2.1 Multimedia Speaker System adds superior sound and style to any entertainment system, game console, or computer. The stereo speakers have a small footprint while delivering stunning clarity, with crisp highs and a full mid range. A compact subwoofer handles the low notes and utilizes SLAM technology for tight, responsive bass and maximum efficiency. The volume control center houses an integrated headphone jack and an auxiliary input for any MP3 player or audio device.
These speakers have more than just good looks; they were built to produce a rich sound with enough presence to fill any room. Each satellite speaker has an audiophile-quality driver surrounded by a stylish chrome trim ring.The subwoofer features three individual drivers and the type of deep bass you’d expect from a much larger unit. Stick it anywhere in the room to feel the explosions in your soundtracks or the drumbeats and bass riffs in your music.
Volume is controlled from a stand-alone pod, so you can choose where it goes for convenience and easy access. The pod also has an integrated auxiliary input–no more crawling around behind your equipment to find a place to plug in your MP3 player. The large, easy-grip dial lets you set the perfect volume level, and you can easily plug your headphones into the built-in jack for private listening.
When you’re not enjoying the GigaWorks T3, the system’s power-save mode consumes far less energy than a standard speaker system. Each GigaWorks T3 satellite speaker measures 3.7 x 5.9 x 3 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 0.8 pounds. The subwoofer measures 9.3 x 8.4 x 11.3 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 13 pounds.

Technical Details

* Audiophile quality drivers deliver full midrange and clear vibrant highs
* SLAM desgined subwoofer provides excellent dynamics for deep, tight bass
* Low friction volume dial with headphone jack and auxiliary input
* Low Standby Power technology minimizes power consumption
* Connect to your computer, MP3 player, LCD TV or other stereo audio sources

GigaWorks T3 2.1 Speaker System takes audio enjoyment to a whole new level, with the integration of innovative design, premium components and state-of-the-art technologies. The subwoofer’s compact yet high output SLAMdesign delivers excellent dynamics for deep, tight bass. The satellites elegantly house exceptional quality drivers that deliver full midrange and scintillatingly clear highs. GigaWorks T3 also comes with Low Standby Power technology (patent pending) which consumes a negligible amount of power compared to other speaker systems. Features a volume control pod with low friction volume dial and auxiliary input and headphone connection for private listening. A true top performer, GigaWorks T3 offers a pure music listening experience with a style that complements any setup. Package Contents: GigaWorks T3 Left and Right Speakers, SLAM Subwoofer, Volume Control Pod, Stereo-to-Dual RCA Cable, Quick Start Guide.

See it, shoot it, share it – capture life’s unforgettable moments in high-definition clarity and share them online with Creative’s Vado HD Pocket Video Cam. The thin, lightweight Vado HD is small enough to fit in a pocket, purse or the palm of your hand, and easily captures video in 720p high-definition quality with just the touch of a button. The Vado HD is the only pocket video cam to feature high quality HDMI connectivity and an included HDMI cable that provides true 720p output to an HDTV.
Catch the perfect snowboarding stunt, your baby’s first steps or your kid’s graduation, share it online and save it for a lifetime with Creative’s Vado HD Pocket Video Cam. The thin, lightweight Vado HD is small enough to fit easily in a pocket, purse or the palm of your hand, and it captures video in 720P high-definition quality with just the touch of a button. Sharing videos online is simple with built-in software that helps you post videos to YouTube, Photobucket or Box.net. The Vado HD is the only pocket video cam to feature true HDMI connectivity and an included HDMI cable for a superior viewing experience on an HDTV. Take the Vado HD Pocket Video Cam with you everywhere you go and never miss a moment.

Technical Details

* High definition 720P pocket video camcorder with 8 GB of video storage capacity
* Fits easily in your pocket purse or the palm of your hand
* One touch recording with a spacious 2 inch display
* Record up to two hours of HD video footage or up to four hours of video at VGA resolution
* Connect your Vado HD to any HDTV with included HDMI cable

Customer feedback:

1. Here are things that I like about the Vado
- Three different setting for picture quality. The truth is that not everything needs to be recorded in HD. In fact, if you are uploading to YouTube HD movies can take forever. The Mino HD only has one capture setting.
- I like the flexible USB connection
- Large screen for a small hand-held camcorder – probably about 50% bigger than the Mino HD
- Removable battery – I am not sure what you are supposed to do when the battery dies on the Mino HD
- Wider angle of video capture – the Vado allows you to record a much larger area when compared to the Mino HD.
- Comes with HD cables for connection to your television.
- Windows based software is intuitive and easy to use.

2. I love my new Vado video camera. It fits well in my pocket, the battery lasts a long time, the two hours of recording time is more than enough for my use.

Redefine your audio listening experience with the Creative GigaWorks T40. This new class of performance desktop speakers features a three-driver design for audiophile-like audio that injects new life to your desktop music-listening experience. Like the GigaWorks T20 the Creative GigaWorks T40 features the same hallmark of quality the GigaWorks series of speakers is well-known for–guaranteeing you a rich and defined performance. The GigaWorks T40 features Midrange-Tweeter-Midrange (MTM) driver configuration that improves the overall audio balance with deeper and richer bass effects, giving you music that sounds fuller, warmer in tone and closer to the original audio.
With quality components, such as the dual woven glass fiber cone driver, the cloth dome tweeters, BasXPort technology and the convenient control and entertainment extension, the GigaWorks T40 truly delivers its promise of acoustic audio quality with a style that complements any setup.

Technical Details:
Product Type – Speaker
Localization – Eng/Fr
System Components – 2.0 Speaker System
- Dual woven glass fiber cone
- Cloth dome tweeter

Customer feedback:

1. My curiosity got the better of me with these and I had to try them out. With the Creative GigaWorks T40 Premium 2.0 Speaker System they are really forcing consumers into some tough decisions, and that’s a good thing. The bottom line is that this update makes the T40s the best speakers in a 2.0 Bookshelf body type. Just like Creative’s GigaWorks T20 2.0, these speakers are very efficient, getting clear and impressive sound out of a set that has moderate power ratings. They are also well designed and pleasing to the eye, with slightly taller bodies in the same sleek style of the T20s.

Pros
+ Expanded design adds clarity and range with an added mid-woofer pair
+ Nice looks in a sleek form factor
+ High quality ports and cables allow for nice connection options
+ Extra cable
+ Nice adapter for RCA inputs (TV, receiver, etc.)
+ Decent low-end range and base with fantastic mid-range and high end sound
+ Nice more sturdy housing with good controls
+ Great sound output for limited power consumption and in a small 2.0 footprint

Cons:
- Bass XPorts on top will collect dust
- Cost is higher than the smaller T20s or Klipsch Promedias
- Price puts this set closer to 2.1 sets and some low end 5.1 sets

2. I’ll admit that I was drawn to these speakers by their striking appearance. They are very attractive speakers and also seem very well built, as if Creative had spared no expense on the casing and yellow woven drivers. So that said, how good are these speakers? First off, when watching movies or television on my laptop, these are fantastic. They sound like surround sound and are very clear and very loud. I don’t know how Creative got such great results from such a meager power rating (28 watts) but they did. These would be great for a living room if you wanted to attach them to a television. For music, you get similar clarity and volume. The bass is also very impressive and my friends did not believe me that there was not a subwoofer in there somewhere. That said, I noticed something that annoyed me when listening to music: the music sounded hollow somehow. It’s a small complaint to an otherwise great set of speakers, but it is still annoying. For audiophiles, this will probably be an important issue so I would recommend my previous speakers (Philips MMS321 2.0, $65 on Amazon) as a better alternative. They are not quite as loud but the sound quality is comparable. The Philips also have more watts (40) and are considerably less expensive.