Remote camera mounts replace AFP photographers at Olympic Games

AFP photographers kit out robots for the Olympic games with Nikon D4s

Remember those robotic camera rigs Reuters cooked up for the Olympic games? They won't be alone -- the AFP have lined the games with their own remote mounts. Traditionally, aerial shots are captured by brave, well harnessed photographers -- but the AFP's acrobatic photojournalists have been grounded by the powers that be. "The Olympics Committee has warned us that, for security reasons, no photographer will be allowed on the stadium roof," stated the AFP's chief editor of technical issues, Francois-Xavier Marit. "We had to come up with a system of remote-controlled photography." Marit worked with Nikon and Mark Roberts Motion Control to build a dozen rigs to pepper throughout Olympic facilities. It's not Marit's first time kitting out the games either -- he's been using remote camera rigs to snap underwater Olympians since 2004. Each mount is equipped with a Nikon D4 and 16 to 400mm zooms, ten will be mounted in the main Olympic stadium with an additional two covering the swimming complex. Worried you won't be able to see the hardware from the bleachers? Mosey on past the break for a quick preview.

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Already Tired of Olympic News? Block Any and All Mentions With This Handy Browser Extension [Olympics]

The Olympics are a grand spectacle that can take the host city years to prepare for—but mere hours for audiences to tire of. So if less than a day in you've already had your fill of Olympic updates and recaps, do yourself a favor and download F.A.T.'s browser blocking extension. More »


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Newspaper Uses Photoshop To Make Syria Look Even Worse Somehow [Photoshop]

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Apple reportedly buying fingerprint authentication company AuthenTec

Apple reportedly buying fingerprint authentication company AuthenTec

Apple has reportedly agreed to by AuthenTec, a company that specializes in fingerprint authentication technology, for $350 million, or 58% over market value on Thursday. Saabira Chaduri of the Wall Street Journal says:

Apple, of Cupertino, Calif., didn't disclose its intentions for the technology. AuthenTec said in its filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission that it "cannot comment on Apple's intentions" for the company.

On their website, AuthenTec describes themselves as:

AuthenTec is a leading provider of mobile and network security. Our diverse product and technology offering helps protect individuals and organizations through secure networking, content and data protection, access control and strong fingerprint security on PCs and mobile devices.

AuthenTec encryption technology, fingerprint sensors and identity management software are deployed by the leading mobile device, networking and computing companies, content and service providers, and governments worldwide. AuthenTec’s products and technologies provide security on hundreds of millions of devices, and the Company has shipped more than 100 million fingerprint sensors for integration in a wide range of portable electronics including over 15 million mobile phones.

Their Mobile Smart Sensors page, AuthenTec talks about their smartphone offering:

AuthenTec smart sensors enhance the touch-powered features of today’s mobile phones and other wireless devices by giving users precise cursor positioning, menu navigation, turbo scrolling, and full touchpad emulation as well as effortless security via the simple swipe of a finger. Smart sensors further contribute to their value by adding personalization features, or the ability to associate different mobile phone applications or functions with different fingers. Mobile wallet purchases can also be authenticated using smart sensors, enhancing the security of mobile commerce (m-commerce) transactions made via the phones.

The Samsung Galaxy S3 is listed as using the AuthenTec VPN client, HBO Go as using their DRM, and more.

AuthenTec also offers mobile payment security angle at play as well. Hmmm....

Apple had $117 billion in the bank as of Q3 2012, so $350 million isn't much more than a rounding error. How Apple chooses to use AuthenTec technology in future products is the more interesting story. Anyone case to speculate?

Swipe will start reading your fingerprint before it lets you unlock?

Source: Wall Street Journal

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Switched On: For OUYA, it's game on

Each week Ross Rubin contributes Switched On, a column about consumer technology.

DNP Switched On For Ouya, it's game on

In discussing the varied routes Android has taken to the television, Switched On recently touched on OUYA, the cuboid game console that will run free-to-play Android games. The project has surpassed the $5.5 million mark on Kickstarter and it will likely break the Pebble smartwatch's record for overall funds collected just like it broke the record for funds collected in the first day.

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Google Nexus 7 Sleeve and Case Options Unveiled by WaterField Designs

Our friends at WaterField Designs have just announced a nice collection of Google Nexus 7 sized sleeves and cases. There are 7 products that are perfectly sized to hold the new Nexus 7 Android tablet or another similarly sized device such as the Kindle Fire, Barnes & Noble Nook and other 7 inch tablets. The options range from very minimal sleeves, up to the Personal Muzetto Outback Waxed Canvas bag (not pictured here). The cases feature zippers, soft padding and extra pockets for gear organization. I have never been disappointed with a WaterField product. I use several of their zippered pouches and their zippered wallet every day. If you’re looking for a good looking, long lasting and well made holder for your 7″ device, I think you’ll be happy with any thing you’d pick from WaterField. Let us know what you think if you end up buying one.

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iHome iP76 LED Color Changing Tower Stereo Speaker System with Bluetooth

The iP76 LED Color-Changing Tower Stereo Speaker System from iHome has a dock for connecting/charging your iPhone or iPod.  Don’t worry if you don’t have one of these Apple devices, though, because you can connect tablets, MP3 players, or phones via the 3.5mm audio-in connector or via Bluetooth.  The iP76 measures 10.13″ W x 36.09″ H x 10.12″ D, and the cabinet is clear to allow the color-changing LEDs to shine through.  The light display has five modes:  slow fade (through indigo, blue, green, white, orange, red, violet and yellow), pulse to the music, favorite color, strobe effect, or dimmable amber mood lighting.  The iP76 has Reson8® speaker chambers – “specially designed sealed speaker enclosures to deliver astounding clarity, depth and power.”   It’s also app-friendly, meaning it has “audio detection circuits to ensure iHome’s and other third party apps can automatically wake up your iHome so important app sounds can be heard to ensure app experiences are delivered as intended.”  The iP76 is $199.99 at iHome.  (Click the photo to see more details.)

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