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Apr 1st
Fastest Video Editing Software
In recent years the idea of owning a desktop computer has been somewhat overshadowed by the emergence in popularity of laptops and netbooks.
Noted for their sleekness, portability and easy accessibility, laptops may have zoomed ahead of desktop computers in the popularity stakes; but there are still many good reasons for why having a desktop PC might be of benefit.
Desktop computers are bulkier, which might not on first inspection seem like much of a positive. But it is in fact because of this (coupled with being set up in a secure area) that they are at much less risk of being stolen. For those who might not have much space to operate a desktop computer in, there are smaller desktop set-ups that take will take up considerably less space.
A lower risk of theft could, for example be beneficial for someone in a profession dealing with sensitive material, whereas owning and storing this kind of information on a laptop could pose more of a risk.
Desktop computers are also easy to get repaired when they break. Parts can be fixed or replaced for a reasonably cheap rate from a local computer repair store.
Depending on the type of desktop computer that is being run, there is potential for a large amount of upgrading to be carried out. Graphics and sound cards, Random Access Memory modules and Hard Disk storage drives are widely available and are easy to install.
Whereas on a laptop or netbook computer this is limited due to hardware constraints and usually comes at a much higher price.
Families may be well advised in having a desktop computer, its use is catered more towards general use which suits everyone; from beginners to experts. The best desktop pcs with the most optimum hardware set-up are suited to deal with gaming and interactive programs than say, a laptop. This is another reason for why it might be more beneficial for gamers and families especially to consider desktop over laptop.
With a desktop setup traditionally being sat in a stationary position it also makes it easier for parents to monitor what their children are accessing over the internet.
High end video-editing and media management software often require a high level of RAM (Random Access Memory to operate at an optimum level – an amount that only a desktop computer can really offer. So for those working with various platforms of media it may be necessary to own a desktop computer.
The desktop computer set up has individual peripheral appliances (i.e. monitor, keyboard, webcam etc.), if one of these appliances was to be break ultimately it would be very easy to replace. If this kind of problem was to be encountered when owning a laptop or netbook, the chances are the whole thing would have to be sent off to a specialist for a lengthy and an ultimately costly repair.
These are just a few reasons – There are many others as to why the desktop pc provides a benefit, but the definitive decision is one that really lies with the user.
whats the best video editing software for the job i’m trying to do?
my job: taking long videos and rigorously making clips from it. it’s not really about quality, but quantity.
i have a fairly fast computer, amd athlon processor, 3gbs of ram. I’m mainly editting MOV files, no special effects, no anything. just making alot of clips, really fast. a simple program that gives me no any problems with crashing and freezing.
i’ve tried Windows Movie Maker and Video Edit Magic and i hate both of them
Any suggestions on what software i can use?
If you need only simple operations, try free VirtualDub tool.
It have a number of filters (as example resize, sharp, etc) and completely free. It can also re-encode your clip with installed video and audio codecs.
 Synology DiskStation 5-Bay (Diskless) Scalable Network Attached Storage DS1511+ (Black) List Price: DescriptionSynology DiskStation DS1511+ offers a high-performance, scalable, and full-featured network attached storage solution that meets the needs of small and medium-sized businesses that require an efficient way to centralize data protection, simplify data management, and rapidly scale storage capacity with minimal time spent on setup and management. The Synology DS1511+ is backed with Synology’s 3-year limited warranty. Features
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Eligible for free shipping!  HP Photosmart 8250 Printer (Q3470A#ABA) Sale Price: $250.00 DescriptionBox Contents: HP Photosmart 8250 Printer, HP 22 Tri-color Inkjet Print Cartridge, 5 ml ink volume, HP Image Zone Express Photo and Imaging Software on CD-ROM, Setup Poster, User’s Guide, Power Supply, Power Cord The HP Q3470A Photosmart 8250 Printer lets you enjoy easy photo printing, the world’s fastest photo printer. Easy to set up and use, it prints beautiful photos and laser-quality black text. Print a 4 x 6 photo in as fast as 14 seconds for as little as 24¢ each, or everyday documents at blazing speeds up to 32 ppm black text, up to 31 ppm color text. Six convenient individual ink tanks help avoid the hassle of running out of specific inks in the middle of a photo or page by letting you easily replace only the inks you need, when you need them. Also accepts custom sizes Memory card compatibility – CompactFlash Type I and II, Memory Stick (including PRO, Duo, MagicGate), Microdrive, MMC, Secure Digital (SD), mini SD (optional adapter required), xD-Picture Card Max. Memory – 64 MB Also connects to HP bt300 Wireless Printer Adapter or HP bt450 Bluetooth Wireless Printer and PC Adapter System Requirements(PC) – Intel Pentium II (or equivalent) or higher; 64 MB RAM (256 MB recommended); 600 MB available hard disk space (2 GB recommended); Windows 98, 2000, Me, XP Home, XP Professional; SVGA monitor (800 x 600, 16-bit color); 4x CD-ROM drive; USB port; USB cable (not included); Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 System Requirements(Mac) – G3 processor or higher, 128 MB RAM (256 MB recommended), 150 MB available hard disk space, Mac OS X v 10.2 or higher, SVGA monitor (800 x 600, 16-bit color), 4x CD-ROM drive, USB port, USB cable (not included) Uses c8721w, c8771w, c8772w, c8773w, c8774w, c8775w ink cartridges Dimensions(WxDxH) – 17.59 x 19.13 x 8 Weight – 18.7 lbs. Features
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 Lite-On iHBS212 12x Internal Blu-ray Disc Drive with Cyberlink Software – Retail List Price: DescriptionLITE-ON 12X BLU RAY WRITER+LIGHTSCRIBE WITH 3D SUPPORT; BLACK; RETAIL12X BLU RAY WRITER+LIGHTSCRIBE WITH 3D SUPPORT; BLACK; RETAIL Manufacturer : LITE-ON UPC : 844149004983 Features
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 Apple Power Mac G5 Desktop M9032LL/A (Dual 2.0-GHz PowerPC G5, 512 MB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, DVD-R/CD-RW Drive) List Price: DescriptionThe Apple Power Macintosh G5/2.0 DP (PCI-X), along with the Power Macintosh G5/1.6 and Power Macintosh G5 1.8, is a member of the first Mac series to use the 64-bit PowerPC 970 (G5) processor, and consequently are arguably the first “desktop” computers to use 64-bit chips. In addition to higher clock speeds, the PowerPC 970 (G5) has a “new execution core that features massively parallel computation for an unprecedented 215 in-flight instructions”, and the Power Macintosh G5 uses a new system architecture as well. Together this combination results in major speed gains compared to earlier Apple systems.The Power Macintosh G5/2.0 (PCI-X) features dual 2.0 GHz PowerPC 970 (G5) processors each with an optimized AltiVec “Velocity Engine” vector processing unit and 512k level 2 on-chip cache. It shipped configured with 512 MB of 400 MHz PC3200 DDR SDRAM, a 160.0 GB (7200 RPM) Serial ATA hard drive, a 4X DVD-R/CD-RW “SuperDrive”, and an ATI Radeon 9600 Pro (AGP 8X Pro) video card with 64 MB of DDR SDRAM. In addition to including FireWire “400″ and “800″, ADC, DVI, support for AirPort Extreme (802.11g) and Bluetooth 1.1, the Power Macintosh G5 also introduces USB 2.0 (on the Mac) and optical digital audio in/out. Additionally, this model and the mid-range Power Macintosh G5 1.8 introduced PCI-X slots. Early Adopters Pick: June 2003 The world’s fastest personal computer and the first with a 64-bit processor — which means it breaks the 4 GB barrier and can use up to 8 GB of main memory. Hailed as the fastest personal computer ever released and featuring a truly remarkable set of technological breakthroughs, Apple’s Power Mac G5 M9032LL/A is clearly designed for discriminating individuals who simply won’t settle for anything less than the very best. For extreme performance and unrelenting power, this, the top of the line Power Mac G5 model, is as good as it gets. Driven by not one but two 2 GHz Power PC G5 processors, 512 MB ultra-fast PC3200 DDR SDRAM memory per processor (expandable to a gargantuan 8 GB!), and an ATI RADEON 9600 Pro graphics card with 64 MB DDR SDRAM video memory, the Power Mac G5 M9032LL/A certainly seems impressive. But those figures only begin to tell the story. For its latest desktop, Apple teamed with IBM to redesign its leading-edge CPU architecture. Accordingly, the new Power PC G5 is the world’s first 64-bit processor. With two of these 2 GB powerhouses running in tandem — each sporting an industry-leading 1 GHz frontside bus — the Power Mac G5 M9032LL/A delivers nearly double the throughout of a single 3 GHz Pentium 4-based machine and, according to Apple, runs standard Photoshop tests at 2.2 times the speed of a single 3 GHz Pentium. But there’s more than raw power lurking inside the futuristic anodized aluminum case. For starters, Apple has compartmentalized the unit into four independent sections to direct appropriate airflow to each key component. A total of nine fans work to keep things cool, yet all are extremely low-speed. Thusly the Power Mac G5 M9032LL/A runs three times quieter than the previous Power Mac G4 enclosure. Apple has loaded the unit with data handling features, including a monstrous 160 GB 7200 RPM hard disk and a DVD-R/CD-RW combo drive (4X DVD write speed) through which you can archive information, play and burn audio CDs, enjoy the latest movies and record home videos. To help you transfer data to and from external peripherals such as optical drives and digital camcorders and cameras, the system also sports two high-speed FireWire 400 ports, one ultra-fast FireWire 800 port, three USB 2.0 ports and two USB 1.1 ports. Other key amenities include a convenient Apple Pro keyboard, an Apple Pro mouse, three available high-performance PCI-X slots for future expansion, and a broad array of multimedia and Internet software. Connectivity facilities include an integrated 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet port, a built-in 56K modem, and AirPort Extreme wireless support (with an AirPort Extreme card). Speakers and display are available separately. Features
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 Avid Media Composer V6 Software with Software Licensing for PC and Mac List Price: DescriptionThe Avid Media Composer 6.0 (9935-65075-05) is a completely rebuilt version of the software program that came to define nonlinear editing. This professional video editing software now has a speedier, more powerful 64-bit open architecture that allows the program to address more system RAM. The architecture also opens up easy integration with I/O hardware – not just from Avid but also from several third-party manufacturers, such as AJA, Blackmagic Design and Matrox. Version 6.0 features a revamped (but still familiarly Avid) user interface, tools for 5.1 and 7.1 surround-sound editing and comprehensive tools & workflows for editing stereoscopic 3D footage – no plug-ins required.Media Composer 6.0 is fast and as a 64-bit application it handles complex projects with aplomb, performing faster keyframing and effects processing. With a new full RGB 4:4:4 DNxHD codec (DNxHD 444), the software allows you to work with high-definition video at the highest levels of quality at reasonable bandwidths. Revamped Avid Media Access (AMA) architecture makes it possible to work natively with AVCHD and RED footage. On the Mac side, you can now decode and encode all the Apple ProRes codecs, for easier integration with workflows that involve Final Cut Pro.The changes to the well-loved interface are subtle, but ones that professional editors will wholeheartedly appreciate, such as tabbed bins and dockable tabs. Version 6.0 software also includes a few modules that give you the tools Features
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 Cinescore List Price: DescriptionCinescore software is the fastest and easiest way to automatically generate professional music for movies, slide shows, broadcast products, and more. It works with royalty-free themes to produce a virtually infinite number of musical variations for any video project. Features
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 Apple Mac Pro MB871LL/A Desktop (OLD VERSION) List Price: DescriptionPowered by an Intel “Nehalem” Xeon processor and featuring a next-generation system architecture, the Apple Mac Pro desktop PC delivers up to twice the performance of its predecessor. It combines a single, hyper-threaded 2.66 GHz Quad-Core Intel Xeon 3500 series processor with a new Turbo Boost feature that automatically boosts the processor clock speed based on workload. An updated interior provides easy access to all components within the Mac Pro for hassle-free expansion and massive upgrade ability–up to 8 GB of 800 MHz RAM and four hard drive bays for up to 4 TB (that’s right–terabytes) of storage under the hood. And while it comes standard with a 16x SuperDrive (compatible with burning DVD+/-R/RW and CD-R/RW discs), you can also add a second writing SuperDrive. Powered by an Intel “Nehalem” Xeon processor and featuring a next-generation system architecture, the Apple Mac Pro desktop PC delivers up to twice the performance of its predecessor. It combines a single, hyper-threaded 2.66 GHz Quad-Core Intel Xeon 3500 series processor with a new Turbo Boost feature that automatically boosts the processor clock speed based on workload. An updated interior provides easy access to all components within the Mac Pro for hassle-free expansion and massive upgrade ability–up to 8 GB of 800 MHz RAM and four hard drive bays for up to 4 TB (that’s right–terabytes) of storage under the hood. And while it comes standard with a 16x SuperDrive (compatible with burning DVD±R/RW and CD-R/RW discs), you can also add a second writing SuperDrive. Continuing Apple’s commitment to the environment, the new Mac Pro exceeds Energy Star 4.0 requirements and is leading the industry as an early adopter of the more stringent Energy Star 5.0 requirements which will become effective later this year. The Mac Pro enclosure is made of highly recyclable aluminum and the interior is designed to be more material-efficient. This model of the Mac Pro (MB871LL/A) features a 640 GB hard drive, 3 GB of RAM, NVIDIA GeForce GT 120 with 512MB GDDR3 memory, Mini DisplayPort and dual-link DVI video output, and a plethora of USB 2.0 and FireWire 800 ports on the back and front of the chassis. It comes pre-loaded with Apple’s Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard operating system–an operating system custom-designed for the advanced technology inside–and it also comes with the iLife ‘09 suite of applications, including iPhoto, iMovie, Garageband, and iTunes. The Nehalem Advantage Many quad-core processors are composed of two separate dies, which means some cached data has to travel outside the processor to get from core to core. That’s an inefficient way to access information. Enter the Quad-Core Intel Xeon Nehalem processor. Its single-die, 64-bit architecture makes 8 MB of fully shared L3 cache readily available to each of the four processor cores. The result is fast access to cache data and greater application performance. The next-generation system architecture delivers up to twice the performance of the previous generation Mac Pro system. Smart design makes installing massive amounts of memory, adding expansion cards, and increasing storage surprisingly simple. See larger image. System memory is often connected to a processor through a separate I/O controller. But each Intel Xeon Nehalem processor features an integrated memory controller–another leap forward for workstation system architecture. By connecting memory directly to the processor, the new Mac Pro processors have faster access to data stored in memory, and memory latency is reduced by up to 40 percent. The integrated memory controller, along with fast 1066 MHz DDR3 ECC SDRAM, also gives Mac Pro up to a 2.4x increase in memory bandwidth over previous generations. More bandwidth allows for more data to be fed to the processor faster, helping each core spend its time processing data, not waiting for information to arrive. And Error Correction Code (ECC) corrects single-bit errors and detects multiple-bit errors automatically. That’s especially important in mission-critical and compute-intensive environments. The new Mac Pro introduces Turbo Boost: a dynamic performance technology that automatically boosts the processor clock speed based on workload. If you’re using an application that doesn’t need every core, Turbo Boost shuts off the idle cores while simultaneously increasing the speed of the active ones. The new Intel Xeon Nehalem processor also supports Hyper-Threading, which allows two threads to run simultaneously on each core. This model of Mac Pro is powered by a single 2.66 GHz Quad-Core Intel Xeon processor, which also features 8 MB of fully shared L3 cache, an integrated memory controller, 128-bit SSE4 SIMD engine, and 64-bit data paths and registers. Storage and Memory This model of Mac Pro includes a 640 GB Serial ATA (3Gb/s; 7200 rpm), but it comes with four 3.5-inch internal hard drive bays for an enormous amount of internal storage–up to 4 TB. Each bay provides its own independent 3Gb/s channel for fast access to data. For the ultimate in data protection and enhanced performance, add the new Mac Pro RAID Card with 512MB of RAID cache, a 72-hour cache-protecting battery, and hardware RAID levels 0, 1, 5, and 0+1. A new cableless connection and intuitive Apple software make it a snap to install this optional card. It’s also equipped right out of the box with 3 GB (three 1 GB DIMMs) of 1066 MHz DDR3 ECC SDRAM. It includes four memory slots supporting up to 8 GB of main memory using 1 GB or 2 GB DIMMs. Graphics If you’re a pro who wants a desktop computer that keeps pace with your imagination, the Mac Pro delivers with faster graphics application performance across the board. Whether you’re decoding H.264 content in Final Cut Pro, creating 3D graphics in Motion, processing massive RAW images in Aperture, or playing the latest games, the graphics hardware in the new Mac Pro makes graphics applications faster. This Mac Pro comes standard with the NVIDIA GeForce GT 120 graphics processor, which includes 512MB of discrete GDDR3 video memory–perfect for motion graphics, 3D modeling, rendering, or animation. Expansion and Connectivity The redesigned interior of the new Mac Pro feels like the well-organized workstation it is. No rat’s nest of components here. You don’t need to turn the system on its side or struggle to reach into awkward spaces to make changes. Just remove the side panel for instant, easy access to everything. Slide out the processor tray to add memory. Slide out hard drive bays to add storage. Slide a simple bar to change up to four expansion cards at once. And with plenty of I/O ports both front and back, you’ll have room for all your external devices. When it’s time to upgrade, a quick slide of the retention bar frees up the four expansion card slots for easy access. Thanks to a thumbscrew PCI bracket, you can swap out cards without any tools. All four slots are now PCI Express 2.0 for up to twice the performance of the previous generation. And since the graphics slot in the Mac Pro is double-wide, your graphics card won’t cover an adjacent slot. The Mac Pro comes with four 3.5-inch internal hard drive bays for an enormous amount of internal storage–up to 4TB. The bays are direct-attach and cable free, so it’s easy to add or remove drives. Just attach the drive carrier to a Serial ATA 3Gb/s drive and slide the drive into place. There are no connectors or cables to contend with. Lock the drives with the side door latch, and you’re done. Install more memory in your Mac Pro in a snap. Literally. The redesigned interior lets you slide out the processor tray in one smooth motion, then simply snap new memory into place. You don’t have to dig around inside the computer or wrestle with wires or cables. There are plenty of places to connect external devices to your Mac Pro. You’ll find two FireWire 800 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, and a headphone minijack right up front–where it’s more convenient to connect storage, multimedia devices, and high-speed peripherals. And there are even more ports on the back: three USB 2.0, two FireWire 800, optical audio in and out, analog audio in and out, and dual Gigabit Ethernet ports. Other Features Four FireWire 800 ports (two on front panel, two on back panel) Five USB 2.0 ports (two on front panel, three on back panel) Two USB 2.0 ports on included keyboard Front-panel headphone minijack and internal speaker Optical digital audio input and output TOSLINK ports Analog stereo line-level input and output minijacks Three open full-length PCI Express expansion slots (one PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot; two PCI Express 2.0 x4 slots); all slots provide mechanical support for 16-lane cards Two independent 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet (RJ-45) interfaces with support for jumbo frames Bluetooth 2.1 + Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) 18x SuperDrive with double-layer support (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW): 18x DVD±R, 8x DVD±R DL, 8x DVD+RW, 6x DVD-RW, 32x CD-R/RW One open optical drive bay for optional second SuperDrive Dimensions: 8.1 x 20.1 x 18.7 inches (WxHxD) Weight: 40 pounds The Greenest Mac Pro Yet Even though the Mac Pro is the fastest Mac ever, nearly 2x faster than before, it is also more energy efficient. The energy-efficient hardware components in the Mac Pro work hand in hand with Mac OS X to create a system that can dynamically adjust power consumption to reduce the overall energy used. For instance, the CPU architecture allows individual cores to go into a low-power state to reduce energy consumption when they are not needed. The graphics card does the same, reducing power draw when not running graphics-intensive applications. The result is a smarter and more energy-efficient system that is not only as fast as possible when you need it, but also throttles down power use when it’s not needed. Compared with the previous-generation Mac Pro, the power used when the system is idle has been reduced by 15 percent. The Mac Pro meets the stringent power requirements set by the EPA, earning ENERGY STAR certification. In addition, it meets the latest efficiency requirements of ENERGY STAR Version 5.0 Specification for Computers before its July 2009 effective date. ENERGY STAR 5.0 sets significantly higher efficiency limits for power supplies as well as aggressive limits for the computer’s typical annual power consumption. It has also earned the highest rating of EPEAT Gold. The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool, or EPEAT, evaluates the environmental impact of a product based on how recyclable it is, how much energy it uses, and how it’s designed and manufactured. Pre-Loaded with Mac OS X Snow Leopard and iLife ‘09 Every Mac comes with Mac OS X Snow Leopard, the world’s most advanced operating system, and iLife, Apple’s innovative suite of applications for managing photos, making movies and creating and learning to play music. Snow Leopard builds on a decade of OS X innovation and success with hundreds of refinements, new core technologies and out of the box support for Microsoft Exchange. iLife features iPhoto, to easily organize and manage photos; iMovie with powerful easy-to-use new features such as Precision Editor, video stabilization and advanced drag and drop; and GarageBand which introduces a whole new way to help you learn to play piano and guitar. Installed software Mac OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard (includes Time Machine, Quick Look, Spaces, Spotlight, Dashboard, Mail, iChat, Safari, Address Book, QuickTime, iCal, DVD Player, Photo Booth, Front Row, Xcode Developer Tools) iLife ‘09 (includes iPhoto, iMovie, GarageBand, iWeb, iDVD) What’s in the Box Mac Pro, power cord, Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, Mighty Mouse, USB keyboard extension cable, install/restore DVDs, printed and electronic documentation Features
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 Pinnacle DVD Maker Plus Quickly Transfer Vhs Tapes To Dvd Sale Price: $86.88 DescriptionPinnacle DVD Maker Deluxe is the simplest and most cost-effective video capture archiving and DVD creation solution available today. Pinnacle DVD Maker Deluxe combines the user-friendly interface of the Pinnacle InstantDVD Recorder software with the plug-and-play power of the Pinnacle video capture device. Quickly record your videos directly to DVD without first copying them to your hard drive saving both time and space. With just a few mouse clicks capture your home videos and TV recordings directly to DVDs complete with menus and chapter marks. With Pinnacle DVD Maker Deluxe your precious memories are conveniently preserved on DVD for sharing with family and friends. Features
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 HP TouchSmart 600-1155 All-in-One PC (Black) List Price: DescriptionYour world at your fingertips. Use your fingers to immerse yourself into your work and play. With natural intuitive movements everything you can do will be faster easier and way more fun. Zip around your PC with multi-touch gestures such as pinch rotate arc flick and press and drag. Includes many built-in touch-optimized applications including new Windows 7. Customize your touch interface as easily as you customize your desktop. Touchable calendar and browser help you stay organized. You can also play games video chat and more. Featuring NEW Apps like Paint It! by Corel and Roxio Cinema Now. Launch your favorite apps instantly from HP TouchSmart home. Experience some of the best of the web-like Hulu Netflix Twitter and Pandora-HP TouchSmart style. Transfer photos and images from a mobile phone via Bluetooth with HP TouchSmart Link. Watch pause rewind and record live TV with TouchSmart Live TV. Building on a heritage of industry firsts the third-generation HP TouchSmart PC combines the latest hardware and software in one elegant product. A recipe dictation and voice command enables you to create dishes from your favorite recipes step-by-step enabling truly hands-free operation. Create collages to save and share with a simple touch and even use voice control to zoom rotate and invert photos. Connect your Xbox Wii or Playstation through the HDMI or composite inputs. A slim power-saving design with a small footprint comes with everything you need built-in. Get the big picture with a 16:9 Full HD1080p widescreen. Watch Hollywood Blu-Ray and DVD movies or edit home video and burn your own. Video chat with friends and family using the built-in adjustable-tilt webcam and microphone. Watch pause rewind and record live TV. Simple set up: just plug in one power cord to get started. Low profile wireless keyboard conveniently stows away when not in use. Built in wireless capabilit Features
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 BG%2DE8 Battery Grip for EOS Rebel T2i D%2DSLR Camera Sale Price: $59.95 DescriptionThe VP%2D BGE8 Battery Grip for the EOS Digital Rebel T2i SLR camera holds up to 2 battery packs simultaneously to effectively double your shooting power%2E In addition%2C the grip includes a vertical shutter release and a mode wheel to provide access to all of the camera functions and make shooting with the camera in a vertical position just as comfortable as shooting horizontally%2E Features
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