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Easy Home Surveillance

Easy Home Surveillance

Parents find themselves spending more time working and less time with their children and it is never been easy to monitor your home while you are away. How would you like the ability to check in on your house wherever you are from your cell phone or computer?

Parents might never know how their children are being taken care of. With Easy Home Surveillance, you can learn to turn an ordinary webcam into your own private surveillance system making it easy for you to: keep tabs on a nanny or housekeeper or caregiver, check in on your kids while you are at work, and watch a newly delivered litter of puppies. There’s no need for you to purchase any expensive equipment all you need is web cam connected to your computer to record everything that goes on when you are away. You can use up to 4 Webcams simultaneously and switch between them on your iPhone or see the pictures from all of them at the same time.

Surveillance cameras may serve many purposes: to prevent theft, to watch employees, to catch cheating spouses, for convert operations or simply to monitor a nanny or caregiver when you are not at home. Easy Home Surveillance step-by-step guide you can easily set up a camera so a nanny’s performance can be observed and evaluated, allowing you to feel safe and secure when you are not there.

Easy Home Surveillance Features
• How to get started without having to buy any hardware!
• Free software that will allow you to view your webcam from anywhere
• Instructions on how to view your webcam from your cell phone!
• A list of free and paid applications that make remote viewing even easier
• How to have complete remote access to any computer

The New trend of home surveillance via cell phone! Is here… Visit http://www.easyhomesurveillance.com

Nokia E71x

Nokia E71x

Hardware

Dimensions

* Form: Mono Form Factor with full QWERTY keyboard
* Dimensions: 4.45 x 2.25 x 0.39 in
* Weight: 4.44 oz
* Full QWERTY keyboard
* QVGA display

Nokia E71x dimension

Display and User Interface

* Size: 2.4″
* Resolution: 320 x 240 pixels (QVGA)
* Up to 16 million colors
* TFT active matrix (QVGA)

Keys and Input Method

* Full QWERTY keyboard
* Dedicated one-touch keys: Home, calendar, contacts, and Messaging
* Speaker dependent and speaker independent voice dialing
* Intelligent input with auto-completion, auto-correction and learning capability
* Accelerated scrolling with Navi™ Key
* Notification light in Navi™ Key

Security Features

* Device lock
* Data encryption for both phone memory and microSD content

Power Management

* Battery: BP-4L 1500 mAh Li-Po standard battery
* Talk time:
o GSM up to 5 hours
o WCDMA up to 4 hours 30 minutes
* Standby time:
o GSM up to 13.5 days
o WCDMA up to 12.5 days
* Music playback time (maximum): 20 hours
* Talk and standby times are estimates and vary based on many factors. For complete information refer to www.nokiausa.com

Memory

* microSD memory card slot, hot swappable, max. 8 GB
* Up to 130 MB internal dynamic memory

Operating Frequency

* Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz, WCDMA 850/1900 MHz, HSDPA
* Offline mode

Data Transfer

* CSD class 6, maximum speed 14.4 kbps
* HSCSD class 6, maximum speed 43.2 kbps/28.8 kbps (DL/UL)
* GPRS class A, multislot class 10, maximum speed 53.6 kbps (UL)
* EGPRS class EDGE Rel 4, multislot class 10, maximum speed 236/177 kbps (DL/UL)
* WCDMA 850/1900 MHz, maximum speed 384/128 kbps (DL/UL)
* HSDPA class 6, maximum speed 3.6 Mbps/384 kbps (DL/UL)
* WLAN IEEE 802.11b/g
* WLAN Security: WEP, 802.1X, WPA, WPA2
* TCP/IP support
* Nokia PC Internet Access (capability to serve as a data modem)
* IETF SIP and 3GPP

Connectivity

* Infrared, maximum speed 115 kbps
* Bluetooth version 2.0 with Enhanced Data Rate
o Bluetooth profiles: GAP, SAP, DUN, OPP, FTP, SPP, HFP, GOEP, HSP, PBAP, BIP, SDAP, GAVDP, AVRCP, A2DP
* MTP (Multimedia Transfer Protocol) support
* Network (Raw). Direct TCP/IP socket connection to any specified port (a.k.a HP JetDirectTM).
* Network (LPR). Line Printer Daemon protocol (RFC1179).
* Support for local and remote SyncML synchronization, iSync, ActiveSync

Accessibility

* TTY/TDD (Telecommunication Device for the Deaf) 2.5mm UHJ – No adapter needed
* For more information and user instructions, go to www.nokiaaccessibility.com

Design Back to top
Colors and Covers

* Available in-box colors:
o Black

Personalization: Profiles, Themes, Ring Tones

* Customizable profiles
* Customizable ring tones
* Customizable video ring tones
* Support for talking ring tones
* Customizable themes

Communications Back to top
Email and Messaging

* Supported protocols: Xpress Mail. IMAP, POP
* Support for email attachments
* IMAP IDLE support
* Easy email set-up
* SMS
* Multiple SMS deletion
* Text-to-speech message reader
* MMS
* Distribution lists for messaging
* Instant messaging
* Cell broadcast

Call Management

* Integrated handsfree speakerphone
* Automatic answer with headset or car kit
* Any key answer
* Call waiting, call hold, call divert
* Call timer
* Logging of dialed, received and missed calls
* Automatic redial and fallback
* Speed dialing
* Speaker dependent and speaker independent voice dialing (SDND, SIND)
* Fixed dialing number support
* Vibrating alert (internal)
* Side volume keys
* Mute key
* Contacts with images
* Conference calling

Browsing and Internet

* Supported markup languages: HTML/CSS, XHTML, MP, WML, CSS
* Supported protocols: HTTPS, WAP 2.0
* TCP/IP support
* Nokia browser
o JavaScript MIDP2.0
o Mini Map
* Nokia Mobile Search
* Nokia PC Internet Access (capability to serve as a data modem)

Wireless service is required to use many features. Some networks have limitations that affect how you can use this device. Contact your service provider about feature support and availability. Only devices that offer compatible multimedia message or e-mail features can receive and display multimedia messages. Content appearance may vary. Some images and ring tones can not be forwarded.
Software & Applications Back to top
Applications

* Java™ MIDP 2.0
* Instant messaging
* Nokia browser
o JavaScript version 1.3 and 1.5
o Mini Map
* Quickoffice (Quickword, Quickpoint, Quicksheet)
* PDF Viewer
* File Manager
* AT&T Navigator

Software Platform

* S60 3rd Edition
* Feature Pack 2 based on Symbian OS v9.2
* Voice commands
* FOTA (Firmware update Over The Air)

Personal Information Management (PIM): Contacts, Clock, Calendar etc.

* Advanced contacts database: multiple number and e-mail details per contact, contacts with images
* Support for assigning images to contacts
* Support for contact groups
* Closed user group support
* Fixed dialing Number support
* Clock: analog and digital
* Alarm clock with ring tones
* Reminders
* Calculator with advanced functions
* Calendar with week and month view
* Converter
* To-do list
* PIM information viewable during call

Video Back to top
Video Cameras

* Main camera
* 640 x 480 at 22 fps
* 320 x 240 (QVGA) at 30/15 fps
* 176 x 144 at 15 fps (QCIF)
* digital video zoom

Video Playback & Sharing

* RealPlayer
* Video playback file formats: .wmv, .mp4, .3gp, .rm; codecs: H.263, MPEG-4, H.264, WMV 9, RealVideo10
* Video streaming: H.263, MPEG-4, H.264, WMV 9, RealVideo10
* Customizable video ring tones

Video Codecs & Formats

* Video recording file formats: .wmv, .mp4, .3gp, .rm; codecs: H.263, MPEG-4 VSP
* Audio recording formats: AMR-WB, AAC, AAC+V1, AAC+V2, WAV, MP3, WMA 9
* Video white balance modes: automatic, sunny, incandescent, fluorescent
* Scene modes: automatic, night
* Color tone modes: normal, sepia, black & white, negative
* Clip length (maximum): 1 h

Photography Back to top
Camera

* 3.2 megapixel camera (2048 x 1536 pixels)
* Image formats: JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP, SVG, MBM
* CMOS sensor
* Digital zoom
* Autofocus
* Focal length: 3.8 mm
* Focus range: 10 cm to infinity
* Macro focus: 10-60 cm
* LED flash

Image Capture

* Flash modes: Automatic, On, Red-eye reduction, Off
* Flash operating range: 1 m
* White balance modes: automatic, sunny, incandescent, fluorescent
* Center weighted auto exposure; exposure compensation: +2 ~ -2EV at 0.7 step
* Capture modes: still, sequence, self-timer, video
* Scene modes: auto, user defined, close-up, portrait, landscape, night, night portrait
* Color tone modes: normal, sepia, black & white, negative
* Full-screen viewfinder with grid
* Active toolbar

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Music and Audio Features

* Music player
* Media player
* Music playback file formats: .mp3, .wma, .aac, AAC+, eAAC+
* Audio streaming formats: .rm, .eAAC+
* 2.5 mm Nokia UHJ connector
* Customizable ring tones
* Synchronize music with Windows Media Player
* Navi™ wheel support
* Voice Aid

Voice and Audio Recording

* Voice commands
* Speaker dependent and speaker independent voice dialing (SDND, SIND)
* Voice recorder
* Audio recording formats: AMR-WB, AMR-NB
* Speech codecs: FR, EFR, HRO/1, AMR-HR, and AMR-FR
* Text-to-speech

Sony Ericsson Xperia X1

Life is mobile. Let everything that is important to you be with you all the time. The people in your life, the Internet, your music, pictures and video.

Wayfinder Navigator™

With the X1 at hand, you won’t get lost – no matter where your travels take you. Your phone comes pre-loaded with a trial version* of Wayfinder Navigator™. Stay on track with turn-by-turn navigation instructions, unlimited access to an online travel planning tool and downloadable maps*. (* Length of trial period and map coverage subject to local variations.)

XPERIA™ panel interface

Enjoy access to different experiences – Web, multimedia, applications – from your desktop. Navigate with the tip of your finger. Configure and have your XPERIA™ panels just the way you want them.

3G

Quick and easy access to broadband Internet. Say hello to video calls, audio and video streaming, internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go.

Multiple navigation

XPERIA™ X1 lets you interact via numerous intuitive ways. Touch, full QWERTY, 4-way key and optical joystick – you switch seamlessly between operation modes.

Push email

Instant email on your mobile phone, just like on your home computer. Messages are sent directly to your phone as soon as they arrive.

Capture the action

Video clips are ideal for those unexpected great moments that happen when you’re out there, enjoying life.

RSS feeds

Use your phone to view up-to-the-minute news and other content from selected Web sites and blogs. Just subscribe to the feed and let it come to you.

Links you like

Forget cables – wireless is the way forward. Connect to other devices with Bluetooth™ to sync, share and send.

Extended service and support

With your X1, you get a Support Card*. This gives you access to a dedicated X1 service network. Just call the X1 support number and get instant help whenever you need it. You can also find support on the web, and when you’re abroad you have access to a special Traveller’s service.
* The inclusion of the Support Card is subject to local variations.

Arc slider design

The arc design gives XPERIA™ X1 a distinctive and unique look. Slide the screen upwards to reveal the wide-pitch QWERTY keyboard.

Video call

See who’s talking with your 3G phone. During a video call, you see a live video stream of the person you’re talking to and they can see you.

Integrated camera

Built-in digital camera with screen viewfinder, dedicated menus and direct interaction with in-phone imaging and messaging features.

Handwriting Recognition

Text input using stylus on touchscreen: write a character as you would with a pen, and it transforms it into the corresponding letter on a keyboard.

Web wherever

Truly mobile internet lets you enjoy browsing the Web and effectively manage your email from the convenience of your phone, wherever you are.

The Wi-Fi alternative

For a fast Internet connection in hotspots, your phone has Wi-Fi support.

Companies pro-active in cellphone ban (TVNZ)

Some companies are taking a pro-active approach to the government’s proposal to ban hand held cellphones while driving. Vodafone, Shell and trucking company Linfox already forbid their staff to use hand held mobiles while driving.

Some employees buy own laptops, phones for work (USA Today)

Many employees frustrated that their companies are unwilling to pay for the laptops, cellphones and other electronic devices that they want on the road are spending their own money to get them.

Test gives airport workers a closer look (USA Today)

Workers at airports are part of a test ordered by Congress that aims to find out whether aviation security can be improved by screening employees every time they enter a restricted zone.

Free time on cellphones may help treat TB (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)

By JAY LINDSAY Researchers at MIT believe they’ve discovered a new weapon in the battle against tuberculosis: Free cellphone minutes. For years, doctors have struggled to get some TB patients to take all their medication, which generally involves a six-month regimen of multiple drugs. Now a student-led group at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology has developed a way to use cellphones to …

Teens and cellphones: OMG! A day on Planet Txt (Seattle Times)

Middle schoolers let a reporter peek into their cellphones, revealing a universe of BFF drama and reminders from Mom

Study: Teen drivers ignore cellphone laws (USA Today)

From Jeannie Harrison’s perspective, the social lives of most teenagers tend to revolve around their cellphones even when they are behind the wheel.

Study: Teen Drivers Often Ignore Bans on Using Cellphones and Texting (Insurance Journal)

Teenage drivers’ cellphone use edged higher in North Carolina after the state enacted a cellphone ban for young drivers, a new Institute study finds. This is the case even though young drivers and the