Prototype lets gamers feel the power of being the ultimate shape-shifting weapon
No conspiracy here… we promise…
Activision Publishing, Inc. confirmed that the long-awaited open-world action thriller video game Prototype will ship on June 9th!

You are the PROTOTYPE, Alex Mercer, hiding in human form. You step out onto the streets of New York with no memory, but limitless power. As a terrifying viral epidemic sweeps across Manhattan, top-secret Black Watch Special Forces move in, transforming it into a war zone. Delve into the mysteries of your origin, the true nature of your power and your part in a conspiracy 40 years in the making.

Fast and deadly combat: Shape-shift your body to the situation at hand … from claws to blades to hammers to whips, as you choose the right weapon for the situation. Change to shield or armor for defense or use advanced sensory powers (thermal vision, infected vision) to track your enemies.
Over-the-top locomotion: Seamlessly and fluidly bound from building to building, run up walls, bounce off cars and everything in your path. Adaptive parkour lets you move freely through the open-world environments of New York City.

Unique disguising abilities: Consume anyone at anytime, take on their appearance and assume their memories and special abilities.
Prototype features Deep conspiracy-driven storyline: Wake up with no memory of the past … just mysterious powers and a link to a town in Idaho. Delve into the mysteries of your origin, the true nature of your power and your part in a conspiracy 40 years in the making.

[PG 13 Warning! may not be suitable for under 13]

Price is US $ 59.99, if you dare!

Off we go again for high-quality Canon lenses featuring the best specs along with the best price!
In Canon lenses roundup part #1 we featured a 100-400mm , 16-35mm and the gorgeus 50mm f/1.2.

In round #2, we feature three different lenses each one with distinctive winning points, high quality but with an eye on huge savings!

28-105 mm

A general purpose lens, the Canon EF 28-105mm spans wide-angle upto basic tele focal length in a very compact package - and a rugged one too.

The Canon EF 28-105mm standard zoom lens retains the optical capability of Canon’s previous EF 28-105mm USM lens but with a refined exterior design.
The lens is distinguished by a ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM) drive that provides silent, high-speed autofocusing, along with full-time manual focusing.
The 1.6-foot (about 48 cm) close-focusing distance, meanwhile, lets you take great close-up portraits and nature shots.

It’s a great lens for all-around use and does a great job without getting deep in your pocket.

THe Canon EF 28-105mm now retails for US $ 209.95 (a 46% saving over regular price)

60 mm Macro

The Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM lens is compact, well built and shoot images that you would only expect from Canon L-series glass.

The Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM lens is an excellent lens with 35mm comparable focal length of about 96 mm.

Who needs this lens after all?
Creative photographers willing to explore fixed-length lens and more prone to try out Macro photography, be it to discover nature’s secret or simply looking at the world from a different - yet enlarging, point of view.

Autofocus shows its technologically modern performance - it is fast, quiet and accurate.
The Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM Lens incorporates Canon’s excellent USM (Ultrasonic Motor) with FTM (Full Time Manual) focusing. An internal focusing design is used. The lens does not change length while focusing nor does the front element rotate - a big plus when using the compatible Canon MR-14ex and Canon MT-24EX Macro Flashes.

Optically, the Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM Lens performs very well. It is very sharp wide open (even in the corners) and slightly sharper stopped down. It is at least as sharp as the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM lens and the Canon EF 180mm f/3.5 L USM lens. It is at least as sharp as the Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Lens at equivalent apertures.

Canon’s true macro lenses (the Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro Lens is one) yield a magnification of up to 1x or 1:1 which means the subject can appear lifesize on the sensor.

Lifesize on the sensor means output size is significantly larger than the sensor unless you are viewing it as a thumbnail or as a smaller-than-wallet-sized print.

Canon includes a magnification ratio scale in the 60mm Macro’s ft/m distance window (if knowing the exact magnification is important to you). Something that is not as readily apparent is the loss of light at high magnification values. The Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM Lens loses 1/2 stop at 1:5, 1 stop at 1:3, 1.5 stops at 1:1.5 and 2 stops at 1:1 (lifesize). You need a shutter speed twice as long for a 1 stop loss and four times longer with a 2 stop loss. The camera’s autoexposure (or E-TTL if using a flash) will automatically compensate for this light loss. This loss of light is a common trait of macro lenses - not something unique about the Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM Lens.

Now available with a 43% saving at US $ 362.59!

70-200 mm

Almost any photographer has had a 70-200 mm general-purpose lens in its weaponry.

This Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L USM Telephoto Zoom is a true pleasure since it comes from the -L family of lenses therefore ensuring high image quality standards - and a rugged body too!

Combining a very popular and very useful focal length range with excellent image quality, professional build quality, superb autofocus performance, a fast aperture and one of users’ favorite features - Canon’s valuable 3-stop Image Stabilization - makes the Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L one of Canon’s most desired lenses.

Capture the far-off action of fast-paced sports or zoom in for an intimate portrait with the Canon EF 70-200mm telephoto zoom lens. This high-performance, L-series telephoto zoom lens is distinguished by such features as an f/4 maximum aperture, an inner focusing system, and a ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM). The last two features combine to deliver quick and quiet autofocusing–a priority for many amateur and professional photographers

Weighing 3.24 lbs (1470g) and measuring 3.4″ x 7.8″ (86.2mm x 197mm), the Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L will not be mistaken for a light or small lens. However, I can carry this lens for long periods of time without feeling it is a burden. This is a weather sealed lens that is ready to take professional use.

The Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L USM Lens balances out great build quality with excellent image quality. Images are sharp wide open (f/2.8) - corner performance is remarkable even with a Full Frame body. Stopping down to f/4 delivers even sharper results with better contrast.

Bargain-priced at US $ 600.00 , the Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L it’s now 38% off regular price!

Yet another FM transmitter for iPod?
Not actually.

What sets TuneStick 2 apart from the pack of existing FM transmitters is the included remote control plus an integrated pass-through dock connector, which gives you the freedom to combine TuneStik with virtually any iPod accessory–adding an RF remote and an FM transmitter to nearly all your iPod gear.

The TuneStick 2 lets you play your music in the car transmitted wirelessly through your cars’ existing stereo or transmit to any nearby FM radio.
It includes RF remote control for wireless access and safe control of your iPod music in your car and a pass-through iPod dock connector works with any iPod car charger or Sync cable.
iPod driving? The TuneStick 2 includes steering-wheel cradle.

The TuneStick 2 includes a compact RF remote control and fully-adjustable steering-wheel cradle, so you can put safety first as you control your iPod. The remote control pops out of its cradle in a snap, allowing you to pass music control to your backseat drivers. And with TuneStik’s four programmable presets, you’re sure to have the best transmission at the push of a button.

Control at your fingertips
The TuneStick 2 isn’t just an FM transmitter for the car–it also adds a strong RF remote control to your iPod–anywhere! With your TuneStik attached, simply connect your iPod to your home stereo system. Now you can use the compact TuneStik remote to control your iPod audio playback from across the room.

Plays well with others
With the TuneStick 2’s pass-through dock connector, you can continue to use your existing Auto Charger, iPod dock, or any other 30-pin based accessory while still having the benefits of a powerful FM transmitter and remote control at your fingertips.

In a nutshell, TuneStick 2 combines a wireless FM transmitter with a powerful RF remote control for iPod playback and control in the car, at home–anywhere there’s an FM radio.

Now, the TuneStick 2 is available for US $ 44.00 (and that’s a 39% discount off its price!).

The Starship Enterprise has now crossed over to one of America’s favorite word games!

Now with Star Trek, Scrabble is better than ever: meet Star Trek-Scrabble.

Combines Star Trek and Scrabble for hours of fun play.

America’s favorite crossword game is setting the alphabet to stun with Star Trek-Scrabble Collector’s Edition.
With a special Star Trek-themed game board and word challenges, this Scrabble edition is a must-have for any Trekkie seeking a word adventure
It has the same great Scrabble play plus an exclusive Star Trek dictionary and rules that help you gain bonus points.

Earn Tribble Word Scores, consult a Klingon dictionary and boldly go where no one has gone before.

Includes board, tiles, tile racks, logo inserts and instructions. Includes 50 word bonus dictionary.

A good idea for upcoming Father’s Day (remember, it’s on June 21st)!

Star Trek-Scrabble retails for just $28.46!

If you’ve been looking for an inexpensive HD pocket camcorder, then take a look at the Creative Labs Vado HD 720p Pocket Video Camcorder with 8 GB Video Storage and 2x Digital Zoom.

It has one touch recording with a spacious 2 inch anti-glare display (which is larger than the 1.5″ of the competing Flip MinoHD.
The 8GB hard drive allows you to record up to 2 hours of 720p HD or 4 hours of VGA footage.

It comes with Vado Central software and a pop out USB tab for easy editing and transfer to YouTube or other online sharing sites.

Best of all, it’s pocket sized at 0.6 x 2.2 x 3.9 inches and weighing just 3.5 ounces. The best video camera is the one you actually have with you and not sitting in your closet at home.
The biggest advantage of the Creative Labs Vado HD is that you can have an HD camcorder with you at all times so you’ll never miss a moment.

The battery is removable, so you can pop in a spare if you need it, or charge up via USB. The camera is also the only pocket camcorder to include an HDMI cable for direct connection to your HDTV.

A great little travel and fun camcorder to have.

Creative Labs Vado HD 720p Pocket Camcorder is now in stock and shipping for just under $180! (22% off its regular price!)