Finally! A working iPad
Finally! My iPad woes are over. Last Friday I stood in line at my local BestBuy and bought an iPad 3G. I am very happy to report that the screen, as well as the rest of the device, has worked perfectly. I had a chance to use the cellular network quite a bit this weekend and was please with the results. I also received my Camera Connection Kit last Thursday and used it a good bit as well. I hope to have reviews of both the Camera Kit and 3G iPad posted very soon.
As an interesting side note, the BestBuy I was shopping only had the 64GB model for sale. Since this was the model I had intending to buy in the first place, I had no issue. It was a bit of a shock for those that waited with the expectation of buying a 16GB model. I could hear groans from some of those behind me that were already anticipating their significant others nagging about the sudden $200 price jump.
<suck up>This is why my wife is the best wife. I love you Hunny! </suck up>
Understanding Color Profiles
The other day I read a post that my friend and fellow “big daddy” Mr. Jason Morrison posted to his photo/design blog. He noticed that when he viewed images in different browsers, they sometimes looked different. If you are interested in the details, he posts more about it here, but the gist is that he was seeing the difference in how different web browsers managed the image’s embedded color profile. If you are planning on working with images in any depth at all, it’s important to understand what a color profile does and what you need to do to make sure your images look the way they should when posted online, viewed on your monitor, or when printed. Keep reading to find out the dirty details.
iPad Camera Connection Kit: Not iPhone compatible
The title says it all. As you know, I’m iPad-less till either tomorrow or the following Friday. That didn’t stop Apple from teasing me by delivering my iPad Camera Connection Kit today. I preordered it right after the first iPad was delivered earlier this month. Since I didn’t have an iPad to plug it into, I thought I might try it in my iPhone just to see what happened. As you can see, no dice!
Once I get my iPad I’ll do a full review of the Camera Connection Kit. It seems so far to be the most useful aspect of the iPad for photography purposes.
The Return of the iPad
It is with much sorrow that I contacted Apple customer service last week to get an RMA for my iPad. OK, so maybe that is a little over dramatic. None the less I was not happy about returning it, but it was time. If you stalk me on the web at all, you know this is basically all I have been talking about for the last month. I really have enjoyed it. So why then with hardly any mention of trouble would I even consider returning my new toy? Well, there is a story behind the story that I have not shared until now. Keep reading to find out more.
iPad Review: iPhone vs. iPad
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard the iPad referred to as a big iPod Touch or a big iPhone. If it is or isn’t really is not any of my concern. What I want to know is, does the iPad do something better than the computers that I already have. I’ll use the term computer very broadly, so it will include desktops, laptops, netbooks, smart phones, and the iPad (a tablet PC). I’ll reference different computers in this review, but for the most part I’ll be focusing on the iPad and the iPhone. I think the little Apple tablet PC is a winner bar none, but lets see exactly where it excels. Keep reading to find out what I enjoy what I enjoy most about the iPad and iPhone.
Review: Apple iPad
Much has been said as of late about the iPad. It’s the newest computing device from Apple, and in recent years that alone is enough to start drama. In the photographer community there has been a lot of discussion as to its relevance in our business. Everyone wants to know what can it do for them? One thing is for sure, their is no shortage of opinions on the subject. Another other comment I keep hearing is that it’s just a big iPod Touch or a big iPhone. So, I’ve decided to dedicate this week to the subject of the iPad. I thought I would give you my take on these questions. I’ll cover a different question, aspect of the device, or point of controversy each day. Today, I’ll just start with my first impressions of the device. I’ve been using it for the entire 5 days it’s been available, so I guess that makes me as qualified to discuss it as anyone else. Keep reading to find out more.
Review: Drobo Storage Robot
In this digital age, I’m a big fan of redundancy & backup. I discussed my backup strategy a few months ago in a previous post. I think it’s important to have a plan. One aspect of mine was a product that I had read a lot about for a few years, but only started using as of this past December. That of course is my Drobo. It has been an integral part of my redundancy & backup strategy, and I want to share what I have discovered to be my likes and dislikes about the Drobo over my last 4 months of use. Keep reading to find out more.
Deals on Westcott Product Bundles
For those unaware, Westcott has what I consider to be a pretty good deal on some ubrella/softbox/stand/hotshoe bracket combo deals…..for lack of a better word. Their Collapsible Umbrella Kit can be bought here for only $69.90 with free shipping. That includes an 8′ stand, 43″ collapsible umbrella w/ removable black cover, and hotshoe bracket. Great price for quality equipment. Their very popular Apollo Softbox kit for hotshoe flashes can be bought here for $149.90. Also an awesome deal, and includes the 28″ softbox, hotshoe bracket, and 8′ stand. The softbox alone normally cost $125, so you get the stand and bracket for an extra $25. Buy from my links to Amazon to make sure you get the free super saver shipping. The promo is available through June 30th of this year.
5 settings you should know how to change on your Point & Shoot camera
Most people buy point and shoot (p&s) cameras because they are small, simple, and make pretty decent photos. There are a few options on point & shoot cameras that are easy to access and can help make your photos that much better, but you have to know what they are and how to use them. Keep reading to find out more.
I Pre-Ordered my iPad. Have you?
I pulled the trigger Friday on my iPad pre-order. I’ve been pretty quiet about the iPad. It’s something that I’m not entirely sure will fit into my computing life, but I definitely see it as a solution that is worth a try. As a photographer it has awesome potential. As far as I am concerned, how awesome the iPad will be for photographers will only be limited by how creative developers get with iPad specific apps. Keep reading if you would like more of my pontification on the subject.
