Sunday, August 12, 2012

Zune 120 GB Video MP3 Player (Black)best


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Rating: 3.6

List Price : $249.99 Price : $389.94


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Massive capacity in a deluxe device that delivers uncompromised audio and video quality, the Zune 120 GB can fit a huge collection and still have room for videos, podcasts, and more. This major player hooks up with innovative discovery features like Buy from FM and wireless sharing, so you never stop gobbling tunes. It holds up to 30,000 songs, 25,000 pictures, or 375 hours of video. Watch a demo on Zune.

Amazon.com Product Description--Posted September 9, 2008

Massive capacity in a deluxe device that delivers uncompromised audio and video quality, the Zune 120 GB can fit a huge collection and still have room for videos, podcasts, and more. This major player hooks up with innovative discovery features like Buy from FM and wireless sharing, so you never stop gobbling tunes. It holds up to 30,000 songs, 25,000 pictures, or 375 hours of video. Watch a demo on Zune.

Every Zune device lets you listen to your favorite FM radio stations and tag songs for later purchase.

Download millions of tracks, whole albums, or playlists with the Zune Pass subscriptions service.

Remotely sync your Zune device with your PC collection.

The Zune Marketplace offers millions of songs, albums, TV shows, audio/video podcasts, and more.

A full family of accessories is compatible with all Zune devices.

Buy from FM
Click to buy from the built-in FM radio. Every Zune device lets you listen to your favorite FM radio stations and click to tag the songs you like for later purchase when you sync your device with your PC.1

Zune Pass
With the Zune Pass subscription service, you'll get millions of tracks for the price of one CD. Download tracks, whole albums, or playlists. Explore new music or rediscover old favorites--then sync them to your Zune. Extend your subscription online or by purchasing a Zune Pass card. Or, if you like, purchase songs or albums individually.2

Wireless Sync
Remotely sync with your PC. Connect to your home wireless network and remotely sync your Zune device with your PC collection from your dock, AC adapter, or speaker dock accessory.3

Device to Cloud
Your Zune player can access thousands of wireless hotspots around the country. Automatically update your collection, browse Zune Marketplace, refresh your Channels, exchange favorites with friends, or buy songs you've tagged from your FM radio. Take advantage of a Zune Pass and access the music you love where you want, at no extra cost.

Wireless Sharing
Music is in the air with Zune wireless sharing. Send your favorite songs, albums, playlists, pictures, and even audio podcasts freely between any Zune devices. Listen to the full track of any song you receive up to three times and pass them along to other friends. If you want to buy a song, click to tag it and have your Zune find it later when you sync with your PC.4

Channels
Like your very own radio stations, Zune Channels are custom programming stations that deliver personalized playlists to your Zune from a variety of sources you select, such as music experts, celebrities, or top radio stations. Channels you subscribe to automatically update whenever you're connected--to your PC, home network, or even selected wireless hotspots. When you subscribe to Zune Pass, you get an unlimited Zune Channels experience.

Games
Zune players now come with a selection of fun free games. Choose music from your collection to create your own personal game soundtrack. Connect and compete wirelessly with other nearby Zune users.

Video/TV Shows
Choose from a growing selection of TV shows now available on the Zune Marketplace video store, and take your favorite episodes or whole seasons with you wherever you go. Use your Zune device to watch popular shows like The Office, South Park, Heroes, and 30 Rock from NBC; shows from Comedy Central; Adult Swim from the Cartoon Network; and countless other shows from other major networks.6 Also, if you're recording TV shows or movies with Windows Media Center in Windows Vista, you can import and sync them to your device. Load up your favorite videos, and hit the road.5

Zune Social
Discover, share, and connect with the Zune Social, a free online community that lets you share your musical tastes with friends and millions others. Customize your Zune Card and Zune profile page with your favorite music and pictures. Then connect and share Zune Cards, music, and messages with friends and other members of the community.

Zune Marketplace
Fulfill your entertainment desires at Zune Marketplace. Millions of songs, albums, TV shows, audio/video podcasts, and more are available--plus, your online store is always open and only a mouse click away. Download or subscription? It's up to you. Buy individual songs and albums, or an unlimited Zune Pass music subscription2.

Audiobooks
Let your Zune read to you while you can't. Listen to everything from your favorite novels to the latest bestseller. Now you can transfer your existing audiobook files from sites like Audible.com to your Zune device and enjoy them whenever you want.

Xbox 360 Compatibility
Ever wish you could play games to the sound of your favorite tunes? Now you can. Connect your Zune device to your Xbox 360 console and play your favorite songs while you game on Xbox 360 and Xbox LIVE. You can share content from your Zune collection to an Xbox 360 console on a home network and play your media through the Xbox Dashboard.

Accessories
Traveling, working late, or working out? Whatever you're up to, your Zune will be right there with you. Make sure you have the best accessories to keep up with your lifestyle.

  • Zune AC Adapter: Fast recharge wherever there's an outlet
  • Zune Car Pack: Ride with Zune as it charges while playing in your car
  • Zune Home AV Pack: Hook up your Zune to any home stereo and control it via remote
  • Zune Premium Earphones: noise-isolating design that delivers superior sound quality and comfort
  • Zune Cable Pack: Provides every cable you need to stay connected
  • Zune Dock Pack: Nonstop your tunes while you charge your Zune

Legal Disclaimers:
1. Buy from FM feature available with stations broadcasting RDS and RT Plus data
2. Zune Pass is a monthly music subscription service; some songs are not available via Zune Pass. Available Zune Pass content may vary over time.
3. Wireless sync feature requires access to a home wireless network
4. Zune to Zune wireless sharing may not be available for all songs in your music collection and works only between Zune devices within wireless range of each other. Recipients may play full-length sample tracks up to three times.
5. Requires a PC running Windows Vista Home Premium or Windows Vista Ultimate and an integrated or external TV tuner.
6. Available content may vary over time.

What's in the Box?
Zune 120 GB Digital Media Player, earphones with three earpiece covers, Sync cable


  • IMPORTANT: Allow your Zune to charge for 30 minutes then disconnect and reconnect the cable to turn on the player
  • Listen to your favorite FM radio stations and click to tag the songs you like for later purchase when you sync your device with your PC
  • Download millions of tracks, whole albums, or playlists with the Zune Pass subscription service; extend your subscription online or by purchasing a Zune Pass card
  • Connect to your home wireless network and remotely sync your Zune device with your PC collection from your dock, AC adapter, or speaker dock accessory
  • 120 GB capacity for up to 30,000 songs, 25,000 photos, or 375 hours of video
  • 3.2-inch color LCD with 320 x 240 pixel display resolution


Zune 120 GB Video MP3 Player (Black) Reviews


Zune 120 GB Video MP3 Player (Black) Reviews


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396 of 412 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A Thorough (Long) Review from a Zune 30 Owner an a iPhone 3G Owner, September 21, 2008
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This review is from: Zune 120 GB Video MP3 Player (Black) (Electronics)
No matter your opinion on Microsoft, the amazing fact remains that every time they update a Zune they include a free software update for all past Zunes making them nearly identical as the new Zunes. I am sure one day this may stop due to the fact that the new hardware will require a different type of OS that won't work on the old Zunes (i.e. a Zune Touch or something). Until then, I am have been a very happy past/present Zune owner for this reason.

I owned a Zune 30 for 2 1/2 years prior to buying the Zune 120. My old Zune worked perfectly and was not a factor in my decision to upgrade. Did I need the extra space? Not really... but I wanted to try out the touch/click "squircle" before the new Zune games were launched. I read that some games may not work (or work as intended) with the Zune 30 since it does not have the touch sensitive pad. We'll see how true that is when games are put on to the Marketplace.

My opinion after owning the Zune 120 for a couple... Read more
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108 of 117 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic product!, November 23, 2008
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Travis Brown (New York, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Zune 120 GB Video MP3 Player (Black) (Electronics)
I love my Zune. After 4 iPods (in a span of 10 years), I decided to try something different. I never really had an issue with my pods, but I was curious about the Zune. I decided to purchase the Zune 30 a year after it was released. The player [Zune 30] was extremely durable, and I loved the device interface; although hated how I had to click in order to scroll down. There was much to be improved.

Fast forward two years and several major Microsoft updates later, I now own the Zune 120. I absolutely love it. The capacity is enough for me at the moment; although I'm a music junkie. The playback quality of the songs is noticeably better than the quality my iPod's. The features, such as wireless sync, song sharing over the air, and the Zune Pass are wonderful. I lended the Zune to my girlfriend for an entire week so she could discover some new music (over 8000 tracks on my Zune), and she came back wanting to purchase one herself.

Pros:
- Great interface
-... Read more
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42 of 45 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars A Mixed Bag of good and bad [mostly good], September 17, 2008
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paranoidxe "paranoidxe" (Pleasant View, UT United States) - See all my reviews
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The Zune is overall a great product and I would recommend it to anyone. This review makes some comparisons to the iPod Classic because many are familiar with the iPod Classic and are debating between these two often.

Positives for the Zune:
- Sound Quality exceeds that of the Classic, while the classic is good it has too much focus on the low end and really isn't all that great in the mids. The Zune has great balance meaning it plays low/mids/highs exceptionally well, matching the 5th gen iPod in my opinion. [Tested with Bose Around The Ear Headphones, won't be noticed much with cheap/stock ear buds]
- Interface is wild and more modern than other MP3 players. You'll feel like you are in 2008 with the device's interface. You can also customize it, while customization is limited to changing the wallpaper its still something not many other players have. [including the classic]
- The large screen is nice for video..I haven't ran into any pixelation problems that... Read more
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Satechi 2412ST Car Lighter USB Charger Adapter with Smart Converter for iPad 2, iPhone 4S, Android Phones, Samsung Galaxy S II, BlackBerry Playbook, HTC Flyer (2.1 AMP)best


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Rating: 4.5

List Price : $29.99 Price : $14.99


Product Description

Keep your USB devices powered while on the move. Use this product in your car to charge or power any device that needs USB for power. With small size but 2100mA power, it can support most USB powered devices such as iPad, iPhone, iPod, Android Phones & Tablets, MP3 Players, Digital Cameras, PDAs, etc. Rainbow LED indicator confirms whether USB charger is properly connected. Included Smart-converter enhances capability with devices that cannot be charged through data cable.


  • Space-saving design with 2100mA power can support most USB powered devices
  • Use your existing USB charging cables to charge iPad, iPhone, iPod, Android Phones & Tablets, MP3 Players, Digital Cameras, PDAs, etc.
  • Rainbow LED indicator confirms whether USB charger is properly connected
  • Self recover safety function with Current Limit & Thermal Shutdown Protection
  • Smart-converter is designed to enhance charging compatibility for smartphones
  • Smartphones which are powered through Micro USB connector and enables quick charge for your device. It may also be used with PC or USB wall charger.


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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Slim form, adapter works with Galaxy Tab, May 19, 2011
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Both charger and adapter arrived in a timely fashion. The charger itself is smaller than I expected, even from the picture, and if you are looking for a minimalist charger that effectively converts the 12v port in your car into a nearly flush USB charging port, this is it. The high-current charging adapter for tablets is also slightly smaller than the adapters sold by Edo Supply on EBay (barely larger than a USB plug), but works just as well on a Samsung Galaxy Tab, which I verified as fast-charging in my car (though I am guessing still not at the maximum charging rate, see below). The adapter is also still functional when used with other high-amperage chargers.

The only real complaints I have with this product are that 1) it only has the one USB port, and 2) the spec says this is only a 1.2A charger, though that is at least enough to get the Galaxy Tab to increase charge with the screen at full brightness and the GPS and data connections running. I eventually replaced... Read more
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Low Profile and Does it All !!!!, November 16, 2011
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Works well. It's small and low profile. Barely protrudes from the socket--so much so that the chrome half circle (viewable in the product shot) is a hinged handle that makes removing the adapter easier. A very nice touch. I like that the low profile enables me to close the ash tray without having to remove the adapter! The "Satechi" logo above the USB outlet lights up to show that the outlet has power. A helpful feature. It slowly changes color which is silly but subtle and not a distraction. The device successfully charges my iPad 2. When I plugged in my Blackberry Torch which has a micro USB port, the BB did not charge. Using the Smart Converter that comes with the Satechi adapter the BB successfully charges. So 2 for 2!!! It's a pain to have to manage the small converter for my BB and ideally I want an adapter that can simply do it all. But the total package here meets my needs. Highly recommended!!!
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice little unit!, July 21, 2012
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Bought this and an Amzer Micro USB Retractable Data Cable to use as a car charger for my new Samsung Galaxy SIII. Dont have any specs to post, but I can't tell a charge time difference between the fast times I get at home and using this unit. Perfect!

The smart converter that comes with the unit is simply a USB extender that plugs into the back of the unit. I assume it crosses/connects some of the conductor wires to simulate a different/faster type of charger. Look around on amazon and you will find some people modifying their chargers to accomplish this same task. Handy and elegant to have this available out of the box with a simple little plug.

Pros:
Fast Charging
Silver part of the unit is a heavy duty handle that swings out to pull the unit from the car lighter
included "Smart Converter" see above
cool led color changing light

Cons:
LED light is a bit bright when it turns green at night, but I dim my dash lights... Read more
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Saturday, August 11, 2012

Sony 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Compact Super Telephoto Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Cameragood


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Rating: 4.5

List Price : Price : $248.00


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A compact zoom lens that brings you closer to action and portrait subjects. The compact, lightweight SAL-75300 4X zoom lens is a great value and an ideal choice for covering outdoor activities and sports action, even in large stadium locations. Its wide zoom range of 112.5mm to 450mm (35mm equivalent) handles both middle-ground subjects and portraits shot from a relaxing distance, so people won't be nervous. This lens even captures intimate details and natural wonders close at hand.

FEATURES:

  • Compact Lightweight Design - Gives you a super telephoto lens you can shoot with comfortably all day.
  • Long 4x Zoom Capability - One lens takes you from close-ups, to portraits, to super telephoto zooms -- covering a 35mm-equivalent range from 112.5mm to 450mm.
  • Close Shooting - You can capture wildlife, faces and architectural details about as close as five feet to the camera.
  • DSLR and 35mm Performance - Designed for superior performance with both DSLR APS-size CCD sensors and 35mm format cameras.
  • Circular Aperture - Gives light sources a pleasing circular defocused effect in backgrounds.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES:
  • Front and rear lens cap
  • SH0007 solid-circular lens hood

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Get extremely close to your subjects from a relaxing distance with this Sony 75-300mm super telephoto zoom lens. Great for taking incredibly close-up portraits without making your subject nervous, the compact, lightweight 4x zoom lens is a terrific value and an ideal choice for covering outdoor activities and sports action, even in large stadium locations. The lens offers a wide zoom range of 112.5 to 450mm (35mm equivalent) that handles both middle-ground subjects and portraits from afar, while still capturing intimate details and natural wonders close at hand. In addition, the lens gives light sources a pleasing circular defocused effect in the background, making the subject stand out beautifully.

  • Focal length: 75-300mm (112.5-450mm 35mm equivalent)
  • Maximum aperture: f/4.5-5.6
  • Minimum aperture: f/28-32
  • Filter diameter: 55mm
  • Minimum focus distance: 4 feet, 11 inches
  • Magnification: 0.25x
  • Lens group elements: 10 groups 13 elements
  • Distance encoder: Yes
  • Blades: 7 aperture blades
  • Asperhic elements: No
  • Lens type: Telephoto zoom
  • Dimensions: 2.81 inches in diameter and 4.81 inches long
  • Weight: 1 pound, 2 ounces


  • 75-300mm telephoto zoom lens with f/4.5-5.6 maximum aperture for Alpha digital SLR cameras
  • Ideal for taking close-up portraits and sports action without making subject nervous
  • Gives light sources a pleasing circular defocused effect in the background for better results
  • Minimum focusing distance of 4 feet, 11 inches; 7 aperture blades; 55mm filter diameter
  • Measures 2.81 inches in diameter and 4.81 inches long; weighs 1 pound, 2 ounces


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135 of 140 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent lens, apparently a cosmetically re-labelled Konica Minolta 75-300 (D) Zoom lens, August 21, 2006
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According to a photo magazine, this is a cosmetically re-labelled Konica Minolta 75-300 (D) zoom telephoto, which is a lens that I own (it certainly looks exactly the same as the KM 75-300 lens, but with the 'Sony' name). In which case, I have the following review:
(1) Excellent construction quality, this is a very nicely made lens, excellent finish, not too heavy but solid and without the 'plastic' feel of many medium-priced lenses;
(2) Excellent optical quality, with good sharpness even at the longest 300mm focal length where most zooms begin to show poor quality;
(3) VERY UNUSUAL: near-zero distortion throughout the entire range of focal lengths (very different from some Sigma zooms that I own, which have conspicuously visible pincushion distortion). This may well be the lowest-distortion 75-300 telephoto from any maker.
(4) ONE CAVEAT: AUTOFOCUS IN LOW LIGHT: on my Minolta Maxxum 7 film camera, whose autofocus system is apparently quite similar... Read more
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94 of 99 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Lens But Takes Some Getting Used Too!, November 9, 2006
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Recently, I moved from the SONY DSC 707 to the SONY A 100 DSLR. The change in cameras from the Cybershot to the DSLR took some getting used to. I purchased the SONY 75-300mm Telephoto lens from Amazon and as soon as it arrived I attached the lens and began to use it.

I am definitely pleased with the lens, the price and it's capabilities.

Having used a SLR for almost 30 years, moving to the DSLR takes some time and patience. The SONY A 100 is a solid perfomer, and it is my fourth SONY digital camera.

For the avid photographer, the SONY 75-300mm Telephoto lens is priced well and will provide exceptional performance. Once you attach the lens you will discover when in maximum telephoto mode, the lens is quite long. If you attach the lens shade it's even longer and takes some handling considerations in tight spaces.

The extreme focusing speeds of the A 100 are rapid and vary as it adjusts to the optimim focus. The lens in AUTO mode is in... Read more
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43 of 43 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars What A Bargain!, June 24, 2008
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Method2Madness "Alex" (Hampton Roads, VA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sony 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Compact Super Telephoto Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Camera (Electronics)
Prequel: I am coming from a strict Nikon background and due to having my $4000 kit(D80, 3 VR, 3 2.8 pro lenses, etc) stolen out of my car, am starting all over again. That being said, I don't have $4000 to plop down at once, so I decided to get an "entry to mid-level" system and after many internal battles, decided to try something different and go with the Alpha system. My thoughts were if things didn't work out with this setup, I haven't spent that much and could use it for a carry-around camera. So far I see absolutely NO reason to go back to Nikon. Yes, this system is THAT good.

Sony 75-200mm f/4.5-5.6 Lens: Wow. I sincerely cannot BELIEVE this lens is only $229! As many reviews point out, this lens has virtually ZERO distortion from 75mm all the way up to 300mm and purple fringing(CA) is contained nicely. Needless to say, for a lens at this price point to preform this well is unheard of. This lens combined with the super quick AF of the a200 is a perfect marriage. I... Read more
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