Initially when I first saw the unit, I didn’t like the choice of channels, but now that I got the unit most of the channels makes sense. There are no movie channels, which was my first complaint, but I realize that despite the OK quality, I would never watch a movie neither on my iPhone nor on my iPad.

The Drifta

The channels I would watch is mainly news and sports, the two type of TV watching, that is not really the same if it is not live. So there are 4 SuperSports Channels and 2 News Channels, CNN and e-News, both of which are between my favourite news channels anyhow. So these 6 out of 12 are OK,

Then I also allow my iPhone/iPad to be used by my boys especially when we are in town, and they are bored. So for this purpose Sony MAX and Cartoon Network comes in handy, and my older son likes the music channel Trace.

There is another music channel, Channel-O, but he prefers Trace. I would not necessarily watch the remaining two channels, which is the (E)ntertainment Channel and Africa Magic, but considering that 10 out 12 channels could be on my “favourite list”, it is far better than my selection than on my “favourite list” on my DSTV decoder at home.

Location based services is the next killer app of the Internet, and as with all things new I have to try it out, so mapping, my location, nearby friends, events, speed traps is dealt with through various apps.

So here is a wish list so far for an enhancement of the iPad Gps/location service:
- I wish I could setup a “blacklist” with a number of areas, identified by a Lat/Lon and a radius, selected on a map of course.
- Then for each of my apps I want to tell if the can use the location service (as you can today), but added the functionality Yes,No,Yes-outside the blacklist areas
- While I am at it, I also wish I could tell which apps could use my 3G, since lots of apps are continuing in the background.

Nikon Coolpix S1000p

The Coolpix S1000pj has a 12.1-megapixel sensor, 5x wide-angle optical zoom and EXPEED digital processing as in the company’s DSLR range, but most interesting is the 10 lumen LED integrated projector that can create up to 40-inch VGA-quality picture.

In fact you can use the projector for not only photos but slideshows with effects and music, and Nikon include a stand and a remote for ease of operation.

Finepix Real 3D W1

The Finepix Real 3D W1has two lenses and two CCD sensors, which allow it to take 3D snaps, and show them on its 2.8in lenticular screen. Macro shots are also possible, but require you to take two snaps in quick succession – keeping the shot in focus while doing this takes a little practice.

Once you’ve taken a few 3D snaps, you can also get them printed on Fujifilm’s special lenticular paper or take out the SD card and show them off on the optional 8in Real 3D V1 photo frame. Naturally, the W1 also gives you the option of taking standard 2D, 10MP shots.

Sony Party-Shot

The Sony Party Shot DS1, a robotic mount that you place the camera in, then it uses Face Detection to scan the room, look for shots, and take them. The mount pans a full 360 degrees horizontally, and it tilts up and down. When the camera (has to be Sony TX1 or WX1) detects a face, it focuses, sets exposure, and grabs the shot. Additionally, the cameras have Smile Shutter™ technology that automatically captures a smile.

Samsung ST1000

With the ability to capture and share photo memories on the move, the Samsung ST1000 allows users to truly connect with family and friends. Packed full of innovation and encased in a sleek compact frame, the ST1000 incorporates an unprecedented combination of geo-tagging technology, Bluetooth 2.0, DLNA compatibility, and Wi-Fi connectivity options.
The camera’s wireless functionality enables users to send and post pictures almost as quickly as they take them, while its GPS capabilities keep track of where users travel, giving them the ability to manage their images intelligently with geographical location data embedded directly into each corresponding EXIF file. With the increasing importance of content sharing for consumers, the ST1000 provides an unrivalled experience and is a great way to keep one’s network of friends and family in the know.