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I’ve Found Another Love
NEVER leave home without my love
– Nina. Not that she’s jealous but recently she discovered I
never leave home without my 12 megapixel Fujifilm X10. Even
when I pack my Nikon D300 in my camera bag, I slip the X10
in my pocket. I find I’m using the lightweight X10 more
often than the heavy D300.
Recently I’ve been capturing
fantastic images with this pocket size camera. The 2.8 inch
LCD monitor is so bright, I’ve been looking there more often
than through the viewfinder. Yes, this little solid metal
compact body comes with a viewfinder, unlike most similar
size cameras. I feel more comfortable using the viewfinder
rather than looking at the monitor you’re forced to use on
most small cameras that lack a viewfinder.
I like the stylish shape, looking
more like a rangefinder. The aluminum lens cap fits nice and
snug The 4X zoom lens is a snap to use. You move the zoom
manually, and that first move opens the camera. You power up
without taking your eye off the viewfinder or the 2.8-inch
monitor. That’s a great advantage over other machines where
you have to look for the on/off button. The zoom range is
28-112mm equivalent.
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Since you don’t rely on the
battery to move your zoom – you move it by hand – the
battery lasts much longer. You don’t deplete the charge as
quick.
Did I mention how impressed I was
with the lens: F2 wide and F2.8 telephoto. That’s fast. I
delight in taking shots in low light, available light,
without flash. The results are wonderful. I used the camera
in recent days to capture candid portraits and was most
gratified by the sharp outcome. See the two images I made in
March. Amazon price $599.
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Great Portfolio For iPad
HE iLuv Creative Technology team
in New York has come up with an outstanding carrying case
that you must have if you have an iPad or Galaxy Tab. It’s
the Professional WorkStation Portfolio (iCK826).
It turns your device into a
portable system. If you yearn for the tactile response of a
laptop keyboard, you have it with the detachable Bluetooth
keyboard, which is Velcro secured. There are even dedicated
keys specific for iPad functions, which is mighty
convenient.
Use the retractable kick stand
while typing or movie viewing. Battery life is very good,
allowing for 5 days of continuous use.
The stylish folio jacket provides
excellent protection for your device. It’s stylish, it’s
cool, above all it’s professional. Priced at $129.99 at
www.i-luv.com.
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Magellan’s Has What You Need
VERY catalog from Magellan’s
offers a vast array of essential gear to make your
globetrotting safe, comfortable and pleasant. The latest
edition is no exception. Call 1-800-962-4943 for your copy,
or visit
www.magellans.com.
You’ll find the following items to enhance your journey.
CLARKS VESTAL SLIP-ONS Made of
cool leather and mesh uppers, these loafers will make you
feel like you’re walking on air on any terrain. Available in
Taupe, Olive or Navy. $92.
KENSINGTON COAT With a shirred
stand-up collar, this light-weight coat will keep the breeze
at bay on a windy day. Of the four pockets, three are
zippered. Made of water- repellent, wrinkle-resistant poly.
It’s knee length with a two-way zipper. Specially priced at
$109 (regular $149).
MANHATTAN MESSENGER iPAD BAG A
Magellan’s exclusive, this ultra organized leather shoulder
bag holds your device in its own padded compartment,
securely closed with a full-width zippe, while you store
your phone, map and boarding pass in a separate pocket. Has
a leather trimmed business card holder. Crafted of black
calfskin leather and nylon, with an adjustable nylon strap.
$99.
HATCH Velcro straps give these
comfy sandals a customized fit for any woman. An adjustable
pad cushions your Achilles tendon. Available in Black or
Pewter leather, or Stone nubuck, with manmade soles. $110.
MONACO 31-INCH UPRIGHT From
Lipault Paris, created by Francois Lipovetsky, luggage
designer for Air France, comes a handsome hard-sided
suitcase that makes walking a snap. Its four wheels rotate
all around so the bag moves easily in any direction. Inside
are a zippered mesh panel, zippered toiletries pocket, and
compression straps. The bag is made of lightweight
polycarbonate. Comes with a combo lock and matching luggage
tag. Available in Red. Orange, Purple, Gray, Chocolate or
Black. $259.
MEN'S
WINDBREAKER A Magellan’s
design, this packable travel jacket, loaded with six
interior pockets and two zippered hand warmer pockets with
flaps, will protect you from wind, rain and cold. Has a
zip-off hood that stows in the neck collar, snap-close storm
flap, and adjustable snap cuffs. Fold it up and tuck it into
the corner of your day bag. Comes in Black, Navy, Chili or
Leaf. Special at $75 (usually $95).
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Must Haves
e-HANDLE Here’s a comfortable
way to hold your e-Reader. E-Handle attaches to your device
and allows you to hold and read without strain, and without
danger of dropping your device. People with dexterity issues
will now be able to hold their device with greater ease.
Priced at $24.95 at
www.scottpaultech.com.
XPLODERZ The toy blaster line
that fires gel-like ammunition has released a mid-range
blaster to its arsenal of fun. The Xploderz XBow 1500 blasts
its hydrated ammo up to 75 feet with a soft impact. "It’s a
safe and cool alternative to paintball and airsoft," says
Ron Brawer of the Maya Group, which makes Xploderz. XBow
1500 comes with 1,500 rounds of ammo; each clip holds 75
rounds. It looks like a crossbow (duh, that’s why it’s
called the XBow). Available for $29.99 at Amazon.com and
www.xploderz.com.
ORBEEZ This girl’s activity
line lit up the Toy Fair aisles with the Orbeez Magic
Light-Up Globe. "It’s like a snow globe on steroids," is how
Obeez brand manager Sharon Cohen describes this toy with its
color-changing lights and swirling water movement. Put the
tiny pellets into the globe, add water, and watch them grow
into squishy balls. Girls delight in watching them bounce in
a magical light show. Priced at $15.99 at
www.orbeezone.com.
CHAOTIC CONNECTIONS From
Greenville, S.C., comes a board game that gauges how
successfully you can construct a road that will connect
several cities on your itinerary. It can drive you crazy as
opponents put up barriers, road blocks and detours but
you’ll have loads of fun, believe me. You’ll even learn a
little geography as you set out on your cross-country road
trip. And it won’t cost you $5 a gallon. Good for 2 to 6
players above age 9. Available for $29.99 at
www.chaoticconnections.com.
BROBO These 13-inch huggable
plush are actually night lights. Tap the hand on the "Shine
Force" light on the chest and – Poof! – they vibrate and
illuminate the dark. Children will sleep peacefully and
securely knowing that Brobo is watching over them. SRP
$25-$30.
FLASHING BLINKY LIGHTS The
company, based in Sun Valley, California, is a cornucopia of
everything you can hang an LED on. They have Blinking Rings
$2.49, Light Up Maracas $2.99, Flashing Pacifiers $2.49,
Rock Guitar Red LED Sunglasses $4.99, Black Fedora Hat with
Flashing LEDs $6.99, Soft Black Light Show Gloves $12.99,
and an entire array of light up items to decorate any
holiday, party, event, birthday you can think of. See them
all at
www.FlashingBlinkyLights.com.
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