Olympus Stylus Verve S 5MP Digital Camera with 2x Optical Zoom

Average customer rating:

OK but beware

Digital delight

Excellent pocket camera with "big camera" performance

Great Point and Shoot Camera

Olympus Stylus Verve S 5MP Digital Camera with 2x Optical Zoom

Manufacturer: Olympus
ProductGroup: Photography
Binding: Electronics

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Accessories:

Fujifilm 128 MB XD Picture Card

Olympus Compact Camera Case, Black

Olympus 200844 256 MB xD-Picture Card

PhotoSuite 7 Platinum

Olympus Leather Case for Stylus Digital Cameras

Product Features:

5.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 13 x 17-inch prints

All-weather design

2x optical zoom; 16 selectable shooting modes

1.8-inch Hypercrystal LCD display

Powered by an Li-ion rechargeable battery; stores images on xD-Picture Cards (16MB card included)

ASIN: B0007SXII6

Product Description

The Olympus Stylus Verve S Digital Camera offers a hot new camera design and advanced features, giving you sharper, more colorful and more detailed photographs. Its strikingly smooth and flat design design hold a retracting zoom lens, a powerful LCD screen and multiple digital features. Even the smallest details will be picked up with perfect definition, while the multiple Scene Modes, Picture Modes and other tools give you the ability to make each photo a masterpiece. Outstanding image quality, a versatile range of functions and impressive performance -- more than you'd ever expect from a camera this size. ISO adjustable (64, 100, 200 & 400) PictBridge support and TruePic TURBO image processor Self-timer Continuous shooting - 1.5 fps up to 4 frames Full auto white balance Picture Modes - Auto, red-eye reduction, fill-in, off Scene Modes - Night Scene, Self Portrait and Self Timer, Beach and Snow, Cuisine, Landscape with Portrait, Behind Glass, Candle, Sunset, Fireworks Image sizes - 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, 1024 x 768, 640 x 480 Movie sizes - 320 x 240, 160 x 120 Built-in USB connectivity 1.8 TFT LCD monitor Stores on 1 xD-Picture Card (1 16 MB card supplied) Exif & PictBridge compatible Rechargeable lithium ion battery LI-30B A/V out Weight - 4.1 oz (115 g) Dimensions - 3.7 x 2.2 x 1.1 (95 x 56 x 28 mm)

Customer Reviews:

OK but beware.......2005-12-01

First the Bad:

-As several review sites have pointed out, the ISO400 mode is basically unusable due to noise. (thus lowlight images have alot of noise)

-the shutter button is hard to push, making steady shots very difficult (big problem in low (indoor) light)

-Battery life is very short, but you can get good generic replacements from ebay for $5.

-Movie mode is useless indoors without alot of light.

And the good:

- Image quality is good for outdoor shots and well lit subjects

- The scene presets are useful for getting the right colors once you get used to them.

- Weather proof!

- Tiny

Do not buy this camera unless you really need the small size, waterproofness and stylishness. If all you want is a small size consider the ixus range as they have much better lowlight performance and less image noise (I have compared them side to side).

However I give it 3 stars because it really is quite good for such a little camera and has many cool features as well as macro and super macro modes. If you spend a bit of time getting used to it and have a steady hand is possible to take pretty good photos (harder to take good photos than the mju410 (stylus 410) which I had previously but the photos are as good).

Digital delight.......2005-08-30

What an elegant piece of equipment.This is the first digital camera that I have owned or used.The compact design was,I have to say,one of the prime reasons of selection.A camera that I could use in any situation.I also own a Contax SLR&Yashica 35mm compact. The Stylus performs so very well in so many ways,as to compliment to my photography in areas where the other two are impractical.The zoom feature was particularly impressive in such a small camera,as is the picture quality.It does exactly what I expected & more.I shall be purchasing a higher capacity memory card,only because I am using it more than I thought I ever would.I especially like the top "roller mode selector".One problem of having" labourers hands" are the small buttons on some cameras,on this, no problem.In my opinion,just the job!!

Excellent pocket camera with "big camera" performance.......2005-07-15

The 5-megapixel Olympus Verve S is an improved version of the older 4-megapixel Olympus Verve. The Verve S is almost identical to the Verve, but this camera has greater resolution, a "live histogram" function so that you get proper exposures, and a high-gloss paint finish on the metal body (the paint finish on the older Verve was known to scratch easily ... this is better). The Verve S also has a raised metal label on the front that serves as an improved grip surface (the old Verve often slipped in people's hands).

This is the perfect camera if you want a high-performance digital camera that you can stick in your pocket ... but that is so easy to use that even non-photographers can take great pictures. It lacks some of the features of high-end digital cameras, but this is just a pocket point-and-shoot camera ... if you want to do professional studio portraits or professional wedding photography you won't be looking at this type of camera.

That said, in skilled hands this camera delivers EXCELLENT results and produces image files that are good enough for perfect 16x20 prints.

If you're looking for a "take everywhere" camera you should consider this little gem.

Great Point and Shoot Camera.......2005-07-07

A short time back I had taken my sister's 4MP version of this camera to Disney for the day. It was so nice that I went out and ordered this 5MP version. The 4MP camera was small so it fit in my pocket. It wasn't too light so it didn't feel like I had lost it. It also felt sturdy in my hand. However, in the 5MP version, Olympus seems to have cut back on costs. They changed from a brushed metal casing, to what feels like a shiny plastic casing. I may be wrong about it, but it just feels different to me, and the logo is no longer raised letters, just a clip on plastic emblem. I feel like if it has a slight drop, the case could break, instead of only dinging. This would be a good thing for Olympus, as they would have more service repairs. This is also a bad thing for me, because I exhibit OCD habits and can't stand finger prints all over the plastic. Therefore, I was very disappointed when I pulled this camera out of the box. The camera is also lighter, and I have lost that feeling that I know it's there. Other than that, the camera is great. The pictures are decent, however, a little grainy. The controls are simple to use. I find the setup menu a little confusing to get around in and haven't found all the options yet. It only comes with a 16MB XD card, which only takes 4 pictures at the highest quality (which I recommend), so you will need a bigger card. I am not fond of the XD cards, as there are not many multi-card readers that support them. However, the camera acts as a reader with the cable and the software is not required. It is just a standard mass storage device, which works great in Linux. However, you have to actually open the case to plug the cable in. But this is because the camera is all-weather, and this area is sealed. The movies are good, although a little small. I don't like the fact that there is no view finder, as screens are generally what eats up batteries. However, I can live with that on this camera because the battery life is excellent. However, I did buy an extra battery just in case, since it is a proprietary battery. I wish there was a little more zoom than the 2X optical, however, I have yet to play with the digital zoom. But I avoid digital zoom on all cameras. This camera has a nice little "Quick View' button for those who have friends who like to see their picture right after it is taken. Press this button, and the last picture is retrieved. So I recommend this for someone looking for a good point and shoot camera that can easily be carried with them throughout the day. It also looks pretty cool, so its great for teenagers.

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The ScanMaker 3800 has a sleek design that gives you bigger and better performance in a 25 % smaller scanner. 5 Easy-Touch buttons allow you to scan, color copy, and email with one simple touch. You can even save time by scanning up to 4 photos at a time. For added flexibility, you can also purchase a 35 mm transparency adapter as an option to convert those old 35 mm slides and film into photos to share them with family and friends.The ScanMaker 3800 features space-saving EDGE design. Modern metal finish fits in with any office decor. Scan, copy, PDF/OCR, email, and scan-to-web with a simple touch of a button. 5 Easy-Touch buttons make scanning simple, easy and fun. Attach your photos to email in seconds. Turn your color printer into a color copier. Convert your paper documents into MS-Word or Excel or PDF files. Capture trillions of colors for the most accurate shadows and highlights. ScanMaker 3800 provides the most accurate photo reproduction down to the finest detail. It delivers the subtle differences in color that 36-bit scanners can't see.

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Microtek's GL-500A 15-inch LCD Flat Panel features an active matrix design, 1,024 x 768 resolution, 0.297 dot pitch, and a wide 120-degree horizontal viewing angle, resulting in produce crisp, sharp text and images with rich brilliant colors. Flat panel displays have no image distortion and a lower glare output compared to regular CRT monitors. The display has a super slim three-inch profile for economical placement on your desktop. The tilting base can be easily personalized with a 19-degree up and 4-degree tilt range for optimum visibility. The GL-500A also has two built-in stereo speakers for your audio needs, rounding it off as a full multimedia system.

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SimpleTech knows portables. After all, it's a leading memory manufacturer for today's most popular portables. The company designs its hard drive upgrades with your portable's special power and space requirements in mind. So you can be sure you're installing a hard drive that meets the performance and technical specifications set by manufacturers.

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Rhinotek EQUIV. TO EPSON S020122

Manufacturer: Rhinotek
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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brand name:Rhinotek

manufacturer:Rhinotek

model name:RCE122

color:Yellow

maximum yield per unit:2,100 pages

ASIN: B00004SGD0

Product Description

Rhinotek Computer Product, manufacturer of the RHINOTEK brand computer products, is a leader in the computer consumables industry. Under the premium RHINOTEK brand, Rhinotek manufactures and markets OEM compatible toner and inkjet cartridges, ribbons, and copier and fax supplies.Rhinotek (RCE122) Yellow Ink Epson Inkjet cartridge compatible with OEM part number S020122 for printers Epson PM-5000C / Stylus Color 3000 / Stylus Pro 5000.For a complete compatibility list please refer to the original manufacturer's web site.

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SimpleTech STN-EX180/64 64MB EDO ECC EDO 168pin DIMM

Manufacturer: SimpleTech Technology
ProductGroup: CE
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Product Features:

A memory upgrade can greatly enhance your computer's performance giving new life to your old computer

Guaranteed to be as good or better than the memory that came originally with your computer

Gives your computer the power to open programs faster

Enables you to utilize more up to date operating system and software applications

Highest quality assurance rating available - ISO9001 Certified

ASIN: B0000E6PV1
Release Date: 2003-08-20

Product Description

SimpleTech is a leading worldwide manufacturer of EDO memory products, offering upgrades for the latest NEC systems. Adding more EDO will improve the performance of your NEC system to open more applications simultaneously and run them quickly. System specific designing and testing means your SimpleTech EDO will have 100% compatibility.This memory is designed for NEC systems.

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SMC's EZ Switch 10/100s are dual-speed desktop network switches that are as easy to install and use as an ordinary hub, with the added dimension of dramatically improving network performance by offering speeds up to 200 Mbps per port. Since full bandwidth capability is achieved on each individual port, the congestion problems of shared hubs are easily avoided. Powerful enough to run your network's backbone, yet so easy they can be used in place of your desktop hubs, the EZ Switch 10/100s brings the power of switching to you.

Customer Reviews:

Easy installation, not so good documentation but no problems.......2002-11-12

Good performance, easy installation. Documentation is poor but it installs and function without a glitch. The performance is very good.

SMC EZNET-16SW 16-port 10/100 auto-negotiating dual-speed switch

Average customer rating:

SMc makes good products

SMC EZNET-16SW 16-port 10/100 auto-negotiating dual-speed switch

Manufacturer: SMC
ProductGroup: CE
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Product Features:

3.2 or 4.8Gbps aggregate bandwidth; speeds up to 200Mbps per port
Filtering & forwarding a full wire speed on all ports
Buffered store-and-forward transmission method prevents propagation of bad packets
Back pressure and flow control prevent packet loss under heavy load.
Sturdy steel construction; rackmountable

ASIN: B00007KIKH

Product Description

SMC's EZ Switch 10/100 series are dual-speed desktop network switches that are as easy to install and use as an ordinary hub, with the added dimension of dramatically improving network performance by offering speeds up to 200 Mbps per port. Since full ban

Customer Reviews:

SMc makes good products.......2007-05-13

Installed in secons, worked right away, compact design. I like the connection on the front of unit. Highly recommend this product

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Rockford Fosgate 5ÃÂ¼" Bookshelf Studio Monitors

Manufacturer: Rockford Fosgate
ProductGroup: CE
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5/8" MDF construction, internally braced enclosure with reinforced front baffle for minimal cabinet resonance

24dB/octave Linkwitz-Riley crossover with optical tweeter protection with notch filter for midbass protection and zobel network offers improved high frequency performance, natural sound, and great reliability

Tweeter level switch to lower tweeter output 3dB for "live/reflective" rooms

5.25" video shielded, oversized motor structure, mid bass driver for natural low frequency reproduction

1" soft dome tweeter with neodymium magnet and separate heatsink for natural sounding highs and high power handling

ASIN: B0002JERU8

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The FA51.0 is the smallest of the family, with a 5.25 inch mid/woofer and a 1 inch silk dome tweeter in a proprietary waveguide. The FA51.0's size permits it to be placed nearly anywhere, and its high output capability allows for use in front, center or rear channel applications of Dolby Pro-Logic II, Dolby Digital, THX EX, DTS, and DTS ES.This driver/enclosure design allows maximum power output balanced with accurate and detailed sound quality at any listening level.

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SimpleTech features a comprehensive line of hard drive upgrades for popular portables by IBM. The company designs its hard drive upgrades with your portable's special power and space requirements in mind. So you can be sure you're installing a hard drive that meets the performance and technical specifications set by IBM.This hard disk drive is designed for IBM ThinkPad 355; 360; 360C, CS, CSE, P; 370; 750; 750C, CE, CS, P; 755; 755C; 755CS; 755CSE, CE, CD, CV, CX.

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Developed for ultimate performance, and manufactured to the most exacting standards, TDK CD-R media is the ideal digital storage solution. CD-R disks are write once, meaning a CD-R can be fully recorded one time, but can't be erased or rerecorded.

Customer Reviews:

Don't Be So Quick to Judge By Speed Only.......2007-01-11

I am not a technician. But I do own a good burner Plextor's DL. This machine only eats good disks. Don't take the bad quality disks. I pay in general 80 90 cents cds. So far Excellent by Ritek has impressed me the quality. As well as the Maxmax (AAAA Silver Light blue. Good disk provide an excellent shine or reflection if you will. Helps data r/w. Good disk always provide a tough protective coating on the out label layer. Meaning you should not be able to just scrach it away. (Data layer side has the center hole sunken inword. Label side flat.)

All in all depends what burner you have too. I would not simply judge it on speed only. Sony, In my opinion I would say don't bother. Think since when has sony create a disk?? A computer yes, cd player yes, but a CD never. Sony on CPU I for same reason would much perfer INTEL, that's my point.
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Not worth the dollars..........2003-07-08

I was very disappointed when this product arrived. I could have saved money if I ordered a regular size cd. Not only is this overpriced but it has a low writing speed. Don't buy it- it's not worth the money.

Not worth the dollars..........2003-07-08

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SMC's EtherPower II 10/100 sets a new standard in Fast Ethernet performance, reliability, and ease of installation. Its highly integrated design is based solely on advanced SMC silicon technology, resulting in better quality control and improved reliability through SMC's state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. The EtherPower II 10/100 offers industry-leading performance, thanks to SMC's Intelligent PowerProcessing, a group of exciting engineering developments incorporated into the network card's hardware components. The result is unbeatable network throughput and drastically reduced CPU utilization. This card makes it simple and cost-effective for you to future-proof your network. Simply connect it to a hub or switch in your Ethernet network and it will operate at 10 Mbps. When you upgrade all or part of your network to support today's bandwidth-intensive applications, connect the card to a Fast Ethernet device and it will automatically support the higher speed. This card features Auto-Negotiation, for automatic selection of the highest line speed and operating mode supported by your network.

Average customer rating:

This is not a good phone

Defective handset

Uniden EXR2480 2.4 GHz Cordless

What did Uniden do?

One major drawback

Uniden EXR2460 2.4GHz Digital Spread Spectrum Cordless Phone with Caller ID/Call Waiting

Manufacturer: Uniden
ProductGroup: CE
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Plantronics S10 Convertible Headset with Amplifier

Jensen JTH930 Earbud Telephone Headset with Inline Microphone

Product Features:

2.4 GHz digital spread spectrum operation (base and handset)

Intercom

Caller ID with 50-number recall

Enhanced 32-digit 10-memory dialing, headset compatible

90 mintues of free long distance from Uniden; call 1-888-447-9709 for details

ASIN: B00003IF3B

Product Description

The EXR 2460 utilizes the 2.4 GHz band with digital spread spectrum technology that offers the best defense against unwanted interference and provides superior voice communication security. Features offered are a 50-number Caller ID memory, 20-number memory dialing, and a 3-line backlit Caller ID display that shows names, numbers and the time of the call. The EXR 2460 also features headset compatibility, a second battery-charging compartment in the base, a detachable belt clip and a page/find feature.

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The Uniden EXR2460 digital cordless telephone with caller ID combines a high-powered digital phone and a caller ID feature in one machine. While many cordless phones receive and transmit signals in 900 MHz bandwidth, and others provide a combination of 2.4 GHz in the base and 900 MHz in the handset, this phone transmits at 2.4 GHz in both the base and the handset, offering eight times the range of a 900 MHz telephone and better performance than a combination telephone. In addition to a greater range, the Uniden EXR2460 with digital spread spectrum technology offers clear sound with superior privacy and virtually no echo.

The caller ID feature is conveniently located on the handset and is capable of storing a history of 50 calls. Other features include 10-number memory dialing, 20-channel AutoScan, AutoTalk, AutoStandby, and a page/intercom feature. The Uniden EXR2480 is headset compatible (headset not included) and includes a phone line cord, a battery pack, and an AC adapter.

Customer Reviews:

This is not a good phone.......2001-04-01

In the past year I've tried to buy a cordless phone that has the features I want and good quality too...this Uniden was the worst cordless and the most expensive. First of all, the long cord that plugs the phone into the jack didn't work. I spent hours trying to figure out why it wasn't working and then tried the very short cord...it worked. The sound is terrible, fades out and there is a very annoying almost constant clicking sound and a noticeable echo when I'm talking. Last but not least, the phone doesn't ring when it's plugged into the charger. Save yourself the annoyance and don't bother with this phone.

Defective handset.......2001-03-30

I have had nothing but problems with the handset of my Uniden phone. I have had it just under a year and have had to send the phone back to Uniden for repairs three times now. The problem is the "Talk" button keeps breaking. Uniden refuses to replace the handset, they just keep replacing the button and it breaks again in 2 months! Do yourself a favor and DON'T BUY THIS PHONE!!

Uniden EXR2480 2.4 GHz Cordless.......2000-11-14

Two previous reviews by customers have noted interference by mocrowave ovens with the EXR2460 which is the same basic phone as the EXR2480 that I purchased.

I HAVE CONFIRMED THAT THE INTERFERENCE WAS VERY NOTICEABLE AND I HAVE RETURNED THE PHONE BECAUSE IT WAS NOT AT ALL SATISFACTORY.

What did Uniden do?.......2000-05-08

This phone is essentially a degraded version of the EXS-9960. First, it has no ringer on/off switch likie the 9960 does on the bottom of the handset. This is a huge problem for those of us that do not like to be disturbed at night. Next, they removed the wonderful mute button. So much for private background conversations and taking it into the bathroom. Lastly, a few days after I purchased the phone, I placed a snack in the microwave while I was on the phone, only to find my conversation was reduced to static, even with the base and handset more that 15 feet from the microwave. Now, every time my roomates make something to eat, I have to end my phone calls, or make sure they don't use the microwave while I'm on the phone.

The audio is good (compared to those Panasonic's and others that cut out the other party when you talk to cut out the echo because they are using cheap components) and I can notice little if any echo. The only thing this phone has over the 9960 is a much more comfortable handset and better placement of the call-id button, unless you use the flash button often (I do). The annoying thing is that you have to press the call-id button in the first place to view your calls. The up/down buttons adjust the ringer volume, whereas you have to press the call-id button to change them to scroll through your calls. Now what would one do more often, change the ring volume or look at calls? What was Uniden thinking! I think a good dose of common sense would do them much good!

So, if you want to trade a little more comfort for your mute and ringer on/off switch, and you do not have a microwave, this is a good phone to buy. Otherwise, stick with the 9960.

One major drawback.......2000-04-09

I've had the Uniden EXR2460 for about a month now. I love everything about this phone EXCEPT the microphone on the handset. You get a very noticable echo of your voice through the speaker. It's very annoying.

Take a look at some of the reviews for the other cordless Uniden phones and you'll see echos (no pun intended :) of the same problem.

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