Tuesday, 25 May 2010
Canon 5D Mark II Firmware Update Version 2.0.7
Canon has posted EOS 5D Mark II Firmware Version 2.0.7
This firmware update (Version 2.0.7) incorporates the following improvements and fixes.
1. Fixes a phenomenon in which the aperture exhibits abnormal movement when shooting movies in manual exposure mode and Aperture Priority AE (Av mode) using some Canon lenses (such as macro lenses).
2. Fixes a phenomenon in which the exposure level shown in the LCD panel differs from what is shown in the viewfinder when shooting still images in manual exposure mode.
3. Fixes a phenomenon in which the Wireless File Transmitter (WFT-E4 or WFT-E4 II) may not automatically power off when used for FTP transfers.
These phenomenon only occur with the Version 2.0.4 and Version 2.0.3 firmware.
The Version 2.0.7 firmware being released this time is for cameras with firmware up to Version 2.0.4. If the camera's firmware is already Version 2.0.7, it is not necessary to update the firmware.
Download and installation instructions for the firmware are available at Canon’s website.
Monday, 24 May 2010
Sunday, 23 May 2010
Saturday, 22 May 2010
Friday, 21 May 2010
Gundam Mobile Phone
There are all sorts of Gundam gear on the market from shoes and clothing to model kits and more. If you are a real fan and want the ultimate Gundam mobile phone, Sharp is getting it ready.
The phone is set to land on Softbank in Japan this summer sporting an OLED screen and 12.1MP camera. It will be called the Gunpla and ship with stickers to decorate it up like the Gundam robot. The coolest part is the dock for the phone is a 1/100 scale Gundam model kit. Alas, it's only in Japan and even then only one per customer.
Fuel Prices Without Subsidy On May 24
There could be negative reactions from the public, but to drive home the point of conserving our energy resources, all petrol stations in Brunei will be selling fuel at commercial prices, without subsidy, on May 24 in conjunction with the Energy Day.
"We want to achieve some kind of awareness on the importance of energy resources and its conservation during the Energy Day as well as to make them appreciate as citizens of Brunei Darussalam the staggering amount in fuel subsidy His Majesty's government is bearing every year."
Pg Haji Harun Pg Haji Abdul Rahman, Deputy Director of Petroleum Unit, said this in a press conference on Petrol Subsidy Day to be held May 24.
"We are aware of what the public's reaction would be to this announcement They might fill up the tanks of their cars prior to the Energy Day or just the day after. Even if the response may not be as good as we expect, at least people will be talking and thinking about it in the long run and be grateful of the government's initiative.
"Hence it is up to the individual whether he or she wants to partake in the campaign and experience the actual price of unsubsidised petrol," said Pengiran Haji Harun.
Haji Abdul Shawal Yaman, Head of Management of Energy Day launch, Haji Mohd Anas Haji Abdul Latif, Head of Department, and Young Mei Chee, Head of Media Promotion for Energy Day, were also present.
Meanwhile, Haji Shawal expressed his hope that this campaign will help instil efficient usage of fuel and reduction in the consumption of subsidised petrol and at the same time bring awareness to the benefits of reducing electricity consumption as 100 per cent of Brunei's electricity is generated from oil and gas.
"This campaign is in line with this year's Energy Day theme 'Value our precious energy'.
"The price of unsubsidised petrol on Energy Day is based on two major factors - retail price and actual cost of petrol production," he explained.
Asked whether there is any plan to raise the price of petrol, Pengiran Harun replied, "Such an initiative was made a few years ago as a trial, and we revised and reviewed the impact it had made on our society. This campaign is not aimed at causing any burden to the public, so they need not worry that this will become a permanent price."
The prices of the unsubsidised fuel to be sold only on May 24 were released yesterday.
Haji Mohammad Anas provided a comparison of petrol prices in other countries and said the price of petrol not only includes production cost but government tax is also imposed making it more costly.
"Thus this encourages the heavy use of public transportation in other comities," said Haji Anas.
"Since this is the first time such a campaign is being held, we would review the public's reaction whether it is accepted as an awareness activity to be carried out again in the near future," Pengiran Haji Harun concluded and once again confirmed that the government has no intention to increase the price of petrol in the near future and the Petrol Subsidy Day is only to raise awareness among the public.
Members of the public are also encouraged to take part in the e-saving switch off and set (SOS) campaign on the Energy Day and make pledges through the website www.esavingday.com.
Article taken from Brudirect.
Thursday, 20 May 2010
Looney Tunes Returning to Theaters and TV
Fans of the Warner Bros. cartoons collectively known as "Looney Tunes," which introduced the world to the likes of Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, should be thrilled by the news that all their favorite cartoon characters will be returning in a big way this year.
"Looney Tunes" began as a series of cartoon shorts that played in theaters before the main feature between 1930 and 1969, before becoming popular television favorites. Warner Bros. is returning to the tradition by releasing the first of three 3D shorts, "Coyote Falls" featuring Wile E. Coyote (see image above) and the Roadrunner, which will play in front of their 3D family sequel Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore, when it opens theatrically on July 30.
The first short will act as a lead-up to a new 26-episode half-hour series called "The Looney Tunes Show," which will air on Cartoon Network this fall featuring Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck as roommates with the other classic Looney Tunes cartoon characters as their neighbors.
No word when we may be able to expect the other two theatrical shorts, although Warner Bros.' 3D Yogi Bear movie opening on December 17 is another possibility. Warner Bros. is also developing a feature film in 3D starring another Bugs Bunny nemesis Marvin the Martian, though no word on a release date for that yet.
Source: New York Times
Wednesday, 19 May 2010
Tuesday, 18 May 2010
BIBD Holds Financial Planning Talk At MIPR
The importance of financial planning in our lives is more evident nowadays and that is one of the reasons why Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam (BIBD) is committed in providing such talks to various audiences. BIBD aims to promote a positive view of financial planning through simple explanations conveyed during their talks.
Yesterday, officers and staff at the Ministry of Industry and Primary Resources (MIPR) attended a financial planning talk by BIBD's Charted Financial Consultant Nurul Jafriah Abdullah. The programme was held at the ministry.
In general, financial planning means preparing for our future by making informed money management decisions in the present. According to Nurul Jafriah in a press statement: "There are many tools available that can help us achieve the financial security that we desire, but none are as important as simply taking a steady and committed approach to funding our long-term goals."
The press statement also said that the financial planning talk was a fundamental aide for the officers and staff at MIPR in providing guidance to develop their financial goals as well as in managing their incomes more efficiently through strategic budgeting.
It also aimed to help them plan for their retirement as well as their other life's milestones, such as raising a family, getting their dream home and planning for their children's education, on top of helping to build their wealth over time.
"Financial success is not determined by how wealthy we are today but can also be achieved by how well we grow and manage our wealth for tomorrow,'' added Nurul Jafriah. She also said there must be a monumental paradigm shift in the way we view the importance of planning.
A Live-Action Cinderella in the Works
Deadline New York is reporting that Walt Disney Pictures has made a deal with screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna (27 Dresses, The Devil Wears Prada) to write a live-action reimagining of the classic fairy tale "Cinderella." Simon Kinberg will produce.
The site says that it's not known whether the movie will be released in 3D or if there will be deviations from the original story. While most people know the story from Disney's 1950 animated classic, there are variations going back as far as the 1st century BC.
Kingdom Hearts Debuts On PSP September 7, With New PSP Bundle
The long-running RPG series that mixes Final Fantasy with fantastical Disney characters and themes, will finally be coming to PSP, in a big way.
Kingdom Hearts: Birth By Sleep is the ultimate prequel to the Kingdom Hearts series. It will finally set the stage for everything that began with the original Kingdom Hearts and what led up to the story that gamers have been following for nearly a decade.
Birth By Sleep came out in Japan last year and those in the US have been waiting anxiously for the game to come out here.
"We hate to keep fans waiting, but we've added some brand-new features for the North American version, so even those who have been following the Japanese version are sure to find a few surprises. In addition, we've put together an outstanding voice cast. We can't wait for everyone to experience this game," wrote Kingdom Hearts series director Tetsuya Nomura in a statement.
Additionally, to celebrate the big release of the game in North America, Sony teamed with Square Enix to create a brand new PSP system bundle. As has become common with major PSP releases, the new "Entertainment Pack" bundle will include the Birth By Sleep game disc, a 4 GB Memory Stick Pro Duo, a free movie (to be announced), and a "Mystic Silver" colored PSP-3000 handheld.
The bundle will come out day-and-date with the game's release for around $200.
Monday, 17 May 2010
Saturday, 15 May 2010
Apple iPad dipped in Gold and Diamonds
UK based Stuart Hughes now also took on the Apple iPad and made an ultra luxury device out of it. For £129,995 you can own one of the 10 unit limited edition solid gold and diamond iPad.
Encrusted with 25.5 cts of flawless diamonds, a magnificent total of 53 individually set sparkling gems dwell beautifully in their solid 22ct Apple logo. The rear and screen surround are made from a single piece of solid 22ct gold, weighing an immense 2,100 grams.
Friday, 14 May 2010
Dusk at home
My lame attempt to get some lightning shots...
At last, it became so cloudy that I could not see the lightning anymore...
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