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Here they share tips on the SMART VIERA PLASMA HDTV LINEUP:

(note… all features may not be available on Canadian models, and the info here may change at time of actual release)

SMART VIERA PLASMA HDTV LINEUP
2013 Models Deliver Increased Connectivity and Personalization Options, Expanded VIERA Connect™, Superior Full HD 3D, “Beyond the Reference” Picture Quality and Pristine Design

LAS VEGAS, NV (January 7, 2013) – Panasonic, an industry and technology leader in High Definition and Smart TV technology, introduces its 2013 line of Smart VIERA® Plasma HDTVs. Continuing its tradition of developing award winning Plasma HDTVs, Panasonic has introduced an enhanced 2013 lineup built around user personalization and advanced networking features, increased connectivity, re-mastered picture quality, and stunning design elements. Ranging from 42-inch class to 65-inch class, the 16 new models provide the highest quality picture and breadth of viewing options directly to the consumer.

Building on its reputation for creating innovative products, Panasonic’s 2013 VIERA televisions have become more than a screen, now functioning as an extension of all lifestyle and mobile devices.  

 

The 2013 Smart VIERA Plasma line-up features:

• My Home Screen – a personalization function that allows each user in the home to create their own personal home screen giving them quick access to their favorite content. (2013 VIERA ZT60, VT60, and ST60 Series)
• Swipe & Share 2.0 – a connectivity enhancement that transforms the TV into a hub for streaming and sharing photo and video content seamlessly with Smartphone and Tablet devices. Through Panasonic’s proprietary VIERA ConnectTM platform, users can transfer personal photos and videos from their Android or iOS devices directly to the large screen with a simple swipe of the finger and transfer them back to their smart devices the same way. Swipe & Share also enables sharing of user-generated photos and videos that are on the large screen with other Android or iOS devices. (2013 VIERA® ZT60, VT60, and ST60 Series)
• Touch Pen – a design feature which allows users to add their own writing to their photos on screen and transfer them back to their smart devices using the optional Electronic Touch Pen (TY-TP10U) accessory. (2013 VIERA ZT60, VT60, ST60, and S60 Series)
• Voice Guidance – an accessibility function that uses text to speech functions to verbalize text content as it appears on your TV. (2013 VIERA ZT60 and VT60)
• Voice Interaction — by simply saying a key word into the Smart VIERA Touch Pad Controller or Smartphone (VIERA Remote 2 App must be installed), the search result is displayed on the VIERA HDTV screen and also verbally read out. (2013 VIERA ZT60 and VT60 Series)

The Smart VIERA ZT60, VT60, ST60 Series models:  

Also include a web browser with built-in Wireless LAN and the VT60 will also feature Panasonic’s first-ever built-in camera to enhance the home entertainment experience. In addition, each new Smart VIERA HDTV offers an enhanced VIERA ConnectTM platform including more options for streaming video content, unique social networking features, fully-integrated apps, and intuitive search features designed to make the user experience fast and easy.

“Panasonic continually strives to surpass the previous year’s successes, and the new 2013 series of VIERA Plasma HDTVs does just that,” said Henry Hauser, Vice President, Merchandising Group, Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America. “The series’ enhanced VIERA Connect IPTV functionality, superior picture and sound quality, and advanced connectivity capabilities have completely transformed the TV viewing experience. With the 16 new models, Panasonic has set the bar for years to come.”

The new VIERA® ZT60 Plasma Series is equipped with a master studio panel, producing deep black levels for stunning picture quality. The new design maximizes the natural properties of glass and metal to visually express the superb performance of display and color. With the addition of a new Louver filter, the ZT Series line delivers improved external light shading, clarity and light transmittance. The new panel reduces reflections to create sharper pictures with higher contrast in bright environments.

Building on last year’s “Glass and Metal” design concept, the 2013 VIERA models continue to focus on sleek designs while delivering pristine picture display and superior sound quality. The VT60 Series includes built-in side speakers, and a thin metal pedestal with one sheet of glass featured on the ZT and VT Series models delivers a minimalist aesthetics and design. The ZT60 and VT60 Series models are also equipped with a Dual Core with Hexa Processing Engine.

ZT60Series

The ZT60 series is Panasonic’s Full HD 3D Plasma flagship series and is available in two screen sizes – the TC-P65ZT60, 65-inch class and the TC-P60ZT60, 60-inch class. With 1080p resolution, the ZT60 series comes with advanced features for connectivity including My Home Screen, Swipe and Share 2.0, Touch Pad Controller, three HDMI and three USB connectors, along with VIERA ConnectTM, allowing consumers to connect to applications through the internet via built in Wireless LAN and Web Browser. 2D-3D conversion transforms 2D content to 3D images in real-time. The ZT Series also includes two pairs of Active Shutter 3D Eyewear.

The VIERA ZT60 Series offers a “Beyond the Reference” level of picture quality. Ultimate black color, contrast and crystal crisp picture are achieved thanks to the new Studio Master Panel with newly developed panel driving method and panel structure with direct glass layer. The front glass is directly attached to the Plasma panel itself by Panasonic’s exclusive crafting methods. As a result of the improvement, dim and double images are cut off by eliminating the air gap layer between the front glass and Plasma panel.

The ZT60 series enhances compatibility between ultimate picture quality and stylish design. The quality of the ZT60’s 3D images is greatly enhanced, with clear, natural Full HD 3D images because of reduced crosstalk. 3000 Focused-field Drive also produces image resolution of 1080 lines for 2D images, to provide crisp, clear image motion. A wider color gamut (DCI 98% Color Space) is achieved thanks to a newly developed pure red phosphor. The ZT60 features THX in both 2D and 3D modes *1 as well as ISFccc Calibration Mode with Advanced Calibration. Calibrators adjust the detailed picture setting with calibration software (CALMAN™ ) provided by SpectraCal Inc.

In addition to picture quality, operation and usability of the VIERA® ZT60 Series is also refined with Voice control and easy web search are achieved based on voice recognition technology in combination with new touch pad remote controller with microphone. Also, text to speech function offers voice guidance for convenient usage of the web browser. In addition, the painting and retouching function based on Panasonic’s newly developed Touch Pen technology offers a fun and new experience for using your TV. (Touch pen accessory is optional)

The ZT60 Series offers advanced network functions via VIERA ConnectTM — Panasonic’s exclusive cloud-based IPTV function. Multi-tasking allows simultaneous use of apps from seven categories, including YouTube, Skype and Facebook. Web browser capability makes it easy to use the Internet from the TV. DLNA, Wireless LAN and Bluetooth are also supported for a high level of convenience.

The ZT60 Series display panel is free of mercury and lead. A newly designed phosphor process and rear panel process give the Plasma panel longevity of up to 100,000 hours before the brightness of the panel decreases to half. This is more than 30 years of viewing when watched 8 hours a day. The stylish design of the ZT60 Series is based on the concept of “one sheet of glass”, which accentuates the superiority of the panel’s picture quality and the unique pedestal structure with a thin metal plate gives the TV an elegant glass and metal aesthetics.

VT60 Series

The VT60 series includes three screen sizes – the TC-P55VT60, 55-inch class; TC-P60VT60, 60-inch class; and TC-P65VT60, 65-inch class. The VT60 Series achieves the ultimate in advanced design combining built-in side speakers and a built-in camera with a Full HD 3D display delivering 1080p resolution via an Infinite Black Ultra Panel. Similar to the ZT60 series, the VT60 models are equipped with enhanced connectivity features including VIERA ConnectTM, My Home Screen, built-in Wireless LAN and Web Browser, Swipe and Share 2.0.

The VT60 Series also includes a Touch Pad Controller and voice interaction with three HDMI and three USB connectors. The VT60 Series also includes two pairs of Active Shutter 3D Eyewear. 3000 Focused-field Drive technology produces image resolution of 1080 lines for 2D images, to provide crisp, clear image motion. The VT60 also features THX in both 2D and 3D modes *1 as well as ISFccc Calibration Mode with Advanced Calibration. Calibrators adjust the detailed picture setting with the calibration software (CALMAN™ )provided by SpectraCal Inc.

ST60 Series

The S60 Series is one of two non-3D models in this year’s HDTV Plasma lineup.
There are five screen sizes in the S60 Series – the TC-P42S60, 42-inch class; TC-P50S60, 50-inch class; TC-P55S60, 55-inch class; TC-P60S60, 60-inch class; and TC-P65S60, 65-inch class.

The S60 Series includes an Online Movies feature — a service that provides select IPTV functionality by offering access to popular applications for streaming movies and other videos. All S60 models offer 1080p Full HD resolution, built-in Wireless LAN, 600Hz Sub-field Drive, Media Player; DLNA, VIERA® Link, two HDMI connections and two USB ports.

X60 Series

The X60 Series is one of two non-3D models in this year’s HDTV Plasma lineup.
There are two screen sizes in the X60 Series — the TC-P42X60, 42-inch class and TC-P50X60, 50-inch class. The X60 offers 720p HD resolution; Media Player; 600Hz Sub-Field Drive; Game Mode; two HDMI connections and one USB port.

 

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Here they share a great tip on the LUMIX TS5: WiFi Enabled Lifestyle Tough Camera:

The rugged, waterproof and WiFi-enabled LUMIX TS5 compact adventure camera delivers go-anywhere flexibility with state-of-the-art imaging performance. Unwire your creativity with WiFi technology that allows you to share your pictures instantly from your smartphone. The LUMIX TS5 is the ultimate tough camera, so no matter where you find yourself… diving with sea life, hanging from a mountain, or exploring the winding alleys of a foreign market… you will take the best shot possible without worrying about your camera. Waterproof to 43 feet, shockproof from 6.5 feet, freezeproof from 14 degrees Fahrenheit, and pressure resistant to 220 lbs, the LUMIX TS5 really is the tough-man of the compact camera market.

 

Control It and Share Instantly From Your Smartphone

Tough & WiFi with NFC

 

The advanced WiFi functions of the LUMIX TS5 give you the ability to control, save and share your images easily.

 

One Touch Connection

 

Get connected with NFC (Near Field Communication) and you can easily change your smartphone or tablet into a remote control for your LUMIX camera by simply touching the camera and the smartphone or tablet together.

Remote Shooting

 

 You’ll have the ultimate wireless control with the Panasonic Image App. You can use your smartphone or tablet to
control the camera’s zoom, set the focus, and shoot from a distance.

Video Recording

 

Getting yourself in the photo has never been easier with remote shooting and now you can even get into the video action too. The TS5 will start and stop video recording from your smartphone or tablet allowing you to reach new heights in your creativity.

 

 Remote View

 

Once you’ve captured your photos and videos remotely, don’t worry about running back to the camera to see if you got the shot. You can view images and play back videos right from your smartphone to ensure you got it. You’re free to continue shooting right at the spot without moving back to the camera to reset it like you would have to do with the self-timer function.

Touch and Share

 

Sharing images has never been easier. Simply touch your camera to your friend’s smartphone or tablet and an image will be transferred.*

* In 1-thumbnail playback mode.

 Panasonic Image App Easy Share

 

The power of sharing and convenience is in your hands with the free Panasonic Image App for iOS/Android smartphones/tablets. You can instantly upload and share your images on a SNS (Social Networking Service) with the app.

Instant Transfer

 

Set up your camera to instantly transfer the photos you shoot to your device. Just start shooting and the camera will do the rest for you.

 Wireless TV playback

 

Sharing your pictures on your large screen TV has never been easier with the WiFi Direct™ function. You can display images on a TV that supports the Digital Media Renderer (DMR) function of the DLNA standard (Digital Living Network Alliance) like the Panasonic VIERA HDTV.

 

Instant Creativity With Built-In Creative Effects

 

Creative Control/Creative Retouch

 

Panasonic is ready to take the ordinary and make it extraordinary by fueling your creativity with the Creative Control feature (in the recording mode) and the Creative Retouch feature (in the playback mode). These features take simple or complicated scenes and make them easy to capture in a great photo. Simply set the camera to match your scene and it uses sophisticated presets to optimize the camera settings resulting in photos you’ll be proud of.

 

Creative Control for Video

 

The Creative Control feature for video matches the colors to your subject and surroundings. In Miniature Effect Mode, the video you record is played back 10x faster making it more comical and fun to watch*.

* Sound will not be recorded with Miniature Effect in Creative Control Mode and approximately 1/10 of the time period is recorded.
(If you record for 10 minutes, the resulting motion picture recording will be approximately 1 minute long.)

 

Advanced Underwater Mode

 

The Red Color Reproduction of Advanced Underwater Mode compensates for the color red that is easily lost in underwater photography. This creates underwater pictures that look more natural. Other modes that deliver incredible results are Sports, Snow, and Beach & Snorkeling. They can all be selected from the menu quickly and easily.

Creative Panorama

 

Panasonic has developed the industry’s first Creative Panorama functions. Discover 12 filter effects that will take your panorama images to the next level with creative and dramatic results.

 

 

Manual Exposure

 

For those looking to take on more creative control, the DMC-TS5 has easy-to-use manual controls. You can set the aperture to control the depth of field, and adjust the shutter speed to freeze moving subjects or create a motion blur that exaggerates the feeling of movement.

 

 iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode

 

In the iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode, the camera does all the work, leaving you free to compose your shot and capture the moment. Simply aim, press, and shoot. The detection and correction functions go to work to give you beautiful photos and videos*.

* The applicable iA Mode functions vary with photos and videos.

 

Intelligent HDR

 

You will be delighted by the creative possibilities that Intelligent HDR (High Dynamic Range) delivers. Shoot several still pictures consecutively at different exposure levels that are then overlaid to produce a single composite picture without whiteout (over-exposure) or blackout (under-exposure). The results are stunning.

 

Intelligent Night Shot

 

Bright, glamorous night scenery can be recorded without using a tripod when you use the Intelligent Handheld Night Shot. It generates a beautiful night scene with illumination by layering multiple pictures shot consecutively for one outstanding night photo.

Capture Stills or Full HD Video In and Out of the Water

 

1920 x 1080 60p Full HD Video Recording

 

Reach new heights in speed and creative possibilities with your videos. Capture all the action while recording full HD 1,920 x 1,080 videos in AVCHD Progressive (MPEG-4 / H.264) format. Featuring 60p (NTSC) full HD recording capability, subjects with fast motion or fine details will be reproduced clearly.

 

Motion Picture Button

 

Video recording can be easily started with the press of the Motion Picture Button making it convenient for switching between photo and video shooting instantly.

 

MP4 Format Recording

 

If you want to edit your videos on a computer or upload them to a website, the DMC-TS5 can record full HD 1,920 x 1,080 30p (NTSC) videos in MP4 format.

 

4.6x Optical Zoom during Video Recording

 

The powerful 4.6x optical zoom is available in video recording to capture subjects in the distance and bring you closer to the action.

 

Twice the Information of Interlace Recording

 

1080/60p / 1080/50p (progressive) conveys about twice the information of 1080i (interlace) recording. It creates intricate detail and silky smooth motion. Even when subjects move quickly, afterimages are minimized to create more natural videos.

 

Progressive Scanning

 

Reproduces all image data in a single picture.

 

 Stereo Microphone

 

Panasonic has incorporated a stereo zoom microphone resulting in videos with the high-quality stereo sound of Dolby® Digital. This delivers realistic sound to your videos. Mechanical noise caused by the camera’s zooming operation is suppressed to improve the clearness, and the Auto Wind Cut function blocks out most noise from background wind making the voices you are recording stand out.

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

 

 Tough, Smart Travel Companion

 

Ultimate Toughness

 

In addition to being waterproof, shockproof, dustproof and freezeproof, the durable DMC-TS5 also boasts pressure resistance. Take this camera with you on all of your photographic journeys. From fishing or camping in the springtime, diving, snorkeling, surfing in the summer, mountain climbing in autumn, or skiing and snowboarding in winter, the DMC-TS5 is an all-year-round camera that records stunning memories in beautiful photos and videos.

The DMC-TS5 features pressure resistance of 100 kgf thanks to the reinforced rib structure of its internal design. You can safely put it in your pocket or backpack with ease.

 

 With waterproof performance to a depth of 43ft, equivalent to the “IPX8″ standard, the DMC-TS5 delivers active shooting on the beach, underwater or in a pool. If the camera gets dirty, soil and dust can be easily washed off with water.

 

The DMC-TS5 is shockproof from a height of 6.6ft in accordance with the “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock” test standard. Shoot actively while moving around with the camera in one hand worry-free.

 

The DMC-TS5 is dustproof, equivalent to the “IP6X” standard. While hiking or playing sports, fine dust particles can enter cameras through gaps in the camera body and cause malfunctions. No worries with the DMC-TS5, it can be used in these activities and more without any problems.

 

Looking to shoot in the cold? The DMC-TS5 is freezeproof to 14 degrees Fahrenheit so get out and shoot your
favorite winter activities like skiing, snowboarding or skating.

 

 

Anti-Fog Glass

 

An anti-fog glass on the lens cover prevents it from being fogged with steam when going from one temperature to the next.

 

 GPS and GLONASS

 

The GPS (Global Positioning System) in the DMC-TS5 complies with GLONASS (Global Navigation Satellite System), taking advantage of it’s increased number of satellites, giving you better accuracy.

 

Place Name and Landmark Information

 

The LUMIX’s GPS shows the name of the Country/Region, State/Prov/County, County/Township, City/Town/Village and Landmark using the internal data to give you real-time information on your location when taking photos.

 

Playback

 

The photos and videos with the location names are automatically sorted in a virtual folder alphabetically in the camera allowing you to quickly find them.

 

GPS Log/Altimeter Log

 

In addition to the Altimeter logging function, the DMC-TS5 records GPS logging. This allows memorizing travel distances which can be displayed on the Google Earth application.

* Simulated image.

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Quad Indicator

 

The DMC-TS5 is specially designed for active outdoor use. It adopts GPS, compass, altimeter and even barometer features to show and record altitude, barometric pressure and orientation data. The barometer also works for underwater depth.

Large 3.0-inch 460K-dot LCD

 

The DMC-TS5 has a 3.0-inch 460K-dot LCD with a 100% field of view. LUMIX’s acclaimed Intelligent LCD function automatically adjusts the brightness in 11 step increments according to your shooting conditions. You can share the fun of viewing images with family and friends too.

 

  State-Of-The-Art Features And Technologies
LEICA DC Lens with Folded Optics Technology

 

The DMC-TS5 features a high-quality LEICA DC lens with 4.6x optical zoom from 28mm wide-angle to 128mm telephoto (35mm camera equivalent: 28-128mm). The folded optics of the shaft guide method helps ensure the toughness of the lens unit. Passing Leica’s renowned stringent standards, this lens delivers exceptional optical performance edge to edge.

 

 

 28mm Wide-Angle Lens

 

The 28mm wide-angle lens* easily captures large groups of people indoors or expansive architectural structures and scenes with dynamic width and perspective, even from a short distance away.

* Simulated image.

 

 9.3x Intelligent Zoom

 

If the 4.6x optical zoom is not long enough for your photographic journey, the Intelligent Zoom uses digital zoom technology with minimum deterioration of image quality thanks to the Intelligent Resolution technology. The 4.6x optical zoom virtually extends to a 9.3x zoom equivalent.

 

Power O.I.S.

 

The POWER O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) suppresses vibration and hand-shake that happens when you press the shutter button or when shooting at night with a slow shutter speed.

Night Scenes

 

Dimly Lit Scenes

 

Macro Shots

 

16.1-Megapixel MOS Sensor

 

The new 16.1-megapixel High Sensitivity MOS sensor delivers both high quality image recording and high speed signal processing. The Wavelet NR (Noise Reduction) system*1 in the Venus Engine enables a deliberate noise reduction process without missing low-frequency noise by enlarging its detection area by approx.64x*2. The results are high sensitivity image recording even at ISO 3200.

*1 Works in high sensitivity image recording at ISO 800 or higher.
*2 Panasonic comparison with DMC-ZS20.

 

10 fps with 16.1-Megapixel Full Resolution

 

With the newly developed MOS sensor, the DMC-TS5 will shoot 10 fps* in 16.1-megapixel full resolution with a mechanical shutter, and 5 fps with continuous AF. You can even take a series of shots, choose the ones you like the best, and delete the rest.

* Max. 7 images.

 

60 fps in 3.5-megapixel Resolution

 

When you need even more frames per second with higher-speed burst shooting, you can use the electronic shutter and achieve 60 fps.

 

Quick Start-Up Time

 

The DMC-TS5 is ready to shoot when you are. With its quick start-up time and Light Speed AF the DMC-TS5 helps you to never miss a moment. 

 

 Light Speed AF

 

Light Speed AF helps catch even the most fleeting photo opportunities. You can quickly focus on moving subjects such as sports, animals or kids. 

 

Torch Light

 

The DMC-TS5 features a torch light that helps records beautiful videos even in dusky underwater environments or at a nighttime camp. You can even turn on the light to illuminate a subject when the camera function is not activated.

 

Time Lapse Shot

 

Have you ever wanted to capture a flower blooming, or clouds floating across the sky? The Time Lapse Shot feature on the DMC-TS5 gives you the creative control to set the start time, interval for taking the images, and the number of pictures to shoot. Once that is set, the camera will automatically record the images without you.

 

3D Shooting Capability

 

Photos or videos recorded in AVCHD on the SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Cards are easy to view on a Panasonic VIERA TV. Simply insert the card into the SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card slot on a VIERA TV or DIGA Blu-ray Disc™ player to playback your photos and videos. You can also use an optional HDMI micro cable to output the photos and videos you took from the camera directly to the TV for VIERA Link. Control many of these features using the TV’s remote control.

Combine your pictures taken with the 3D Photo Mode and the 3D VIERA TV and your photos come to life in a way you never thought imaginable.

 

Extended battery Life 

 

The high-energy efficiency and new large capacity battery delivers extended battery life by approximately 20 %. You can shoot approximately 370 pictures on a single battery charge*.

 

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This months ' Trusted Regina Experts' are:

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Radio Centre's latest Tip is on Home Theatre in a box!

 

 

 

 

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Radio Centre Consumer Electronics has been serving Regina since 1948 and is 100% locally owned and operated by Tim Parson and Rene Fahlman. What began as a small radio shop has transformed into a full service electronics store. From buying to installing to service, Radio Centre (www.radiocentre.ca/) is the place to visit when you're shopping for electronics in Regina..they are your TRUSTED REGINA AUDIO & VISUAL EXPERTS

 

 

PLASMA vs LED TV

Joe Hadesbeck from Radio Centre Regina explains the difference between a plasma panel and an LED panel in this great VLOG (Video Blog)

 

 

 

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Radio Centre Consumer Electronics has been serving Regina since 1948 and is 100% locally owned and operated by Tim Parson and Rene Fahlman. What began as a small radio shop has transformed into a full service electronics store. From buying to installing to service, Radio Centre (www.radiocentre.ca/) is the place to visit when you're shopping for electronics in Regina..they are your TRUSTED REGINA AUDIO & VISUAL EXPERTS

  

Sharp Launches 90″ AQUOS Television

 

Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. has cemented its title as the LCD TV size champion with the introduction of the 90″ AQUOS LC-90LE745U.

Not only is Sharp the only manufacturer offering a 90″ TV, it’s the only supplier with 70″ and 80″ screens. Standing nearly 4′ tall and spanning 6′8″ wide, the 90″ AQUOS offers over 2.5 times the viewing area of a 55″ screen. It weighs 141 lb. The LC-90LE745U is available now, and will set you back a cool $10,000.

According to a recent survey hosted on the Angus Reid Forum for Sharp Canada, 46% of Canadians believe they need to sit at least three times the diagonal length of the TV screen away from the TV screen for the best viewing experience. But according to a study by Sharp Labs of America, the optimal TV viewing distance is the diagonal length of the TV screen multiplied by 1.5. For a 90″ screen, the optimal viewing distance is 11′3″, Sharp says. For a 60″ TV, it’s 7′6″; for a 70″ set, it’s 8′9″; and for an 80″ screen, it’s 10′. Features of the LC-90LE745U include Smart TV functionality, built-in Wi-Fi and full Internet connectivity for access to streaming video services such as Netflix and CinemaNow. The AQUOS Advantage LIVE feature lets owners connect to Sharp’s AQUOS Advantage Advisors, who remotely access the TV through the Internet to assist with setup, troubleshooting and optimizing the picture quality. The new TV’s unique “double dome” LED system that illuminates over six million dots on screen to produce the high brightness and pure colour, and deep contrast, Sharp says. It employs Sharp’s X-Gen LCD Panel with 10-bit processing; this produces deeper blacks and higher luminance, Sharp says. The LC-90LE745U is 3D-capable, and ships with two pairs of active-shutter glasses. The television’s 120Hz Fine Motion Enhanced with AquoMotion 240 technology reduces motion blurring. This improves resolution of fast-moving picture content, and also reduces crosstalk on 3D images.

 

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Here the guys share their first Trusted Tip with you on GPS Systems!

GPS Systems

The next time you get lost while driving, savor the moment. Relish the splayed fold-out map across the dashboard…Delight in trying to decipher directions scribbled in orange crayon on an Tim Hortons napkin. And appreciate receiving directions from a stranger telling you to go as far as the crow flies and then turn left at old-man Henderson's Farm ( if you are a women..because you know us Men never stop to ask for directions!) Cherish these episodes, for you may never get lost again due to the emergence of Global Positioning System (GPS) devices as standard features in new automobiles.

What Is It?

 The satellite-based Global Positioning System navigation network was originally launched in 1978 by the United States Department of Defense for military purposes. Other commercial interests quickly recognized the potential of GPS, and by the mid-1980s, ultrahigh-tech tracking devices that communicate with the GPS became available on the free market. Today the GPS consists of 24 solar-powered satellites. Each one laps the planet twice a day at speeds close to 7,000 miles per hour. The satellites broadcast constant low-power radio signals to GPS receivers on Earth, which are then used to precisely track a GPS device holder's exact location.

How Does GPS Work?

A GPS device calculates its location through four transmitted satellite signals. The GPS system calculates how far the device is from each satellite, based on how long it takes the receive the signal. And because the system interprets signals from four different satellite locations, it can then pinpoint a precise location for the transmitting device on Earth.

GPS in Vehicles In car terms

GPS is referred to as an automotive navigation system. Most automakers are equipping selected newer models with these devices; otherwise, you can buy one at any car accessory shop ( like KIMTEK, where we install them for you too!) . Automotive navigation systems come in many styles and sizes. Most conveniently mount onto dashboards, allowing you to simultaneously drive and navigate. You can program the device's illuminated screen to display a detailed street-by-street map, a map featuring icons and text, or listed directions only. Some devices provide voice commands, telling you when and where to turn. Others offer additional options including restaurant suggestions, point-of-interest alerts, gas station locations, and routing tips.

Unlike cell phones, GPS reception is unaffected by hills, canyons, passing trucks, or grazing cows. But these systems do have blind spots when you're indoors or underground. So if you're inside a parking structure or a tunnel, you'll be left to your own directional wits until you're in the clear again. Shopping for a GPS If you decide you need a GPS, you'll find that there are now so many on the market that you should shop around before purchasing one. In addition to pricing, pay attention to what features are offered and whether you can mount the device yourself ( I suggest unless you have experience ..leave it to the pros) Also, be aware that GPS devices are popular targets for thieves, so choose your device accordingly.

AWESOME AUTO are at 1432B Lorne St find them online here  they are your Trusted REGINA VEHICLE AUTOMOTIVE INSTALLATION EXPERTS and you will find them in the REGINA AUTOMOTIVE GENERAL  category on the Regina Directory of excellence!

 

Here is a great Video to amuse you!

Radio Centre Consumer Electronics has been serving Regina since 1948 and is 100% locally owned and operated by Tim Parson and Rene Fahlman. What began as a small radio shop has transformed into a full service electronics store. From buying to installing to service, Radio Centre (www.radiocentre.ca/) is the place to visit when you're shopping for electronics, they share an article by Richard Fregosa they found recently on Cool Electrical stuff 2012!

A look at some of the most off-the-wall products seen at CES 2012 in Las Vegas.

"While CES always promises to be a tradeshow featuring some of the latest innovations, there are a couple of things you can always expect to see while at the show in Las Vegas. CES is never without two things, for example, the adult expo area and the "weird stuff." AVN and CES parted ways this year, so there will be no photos or commentary on the more "revealing" side of the show. I'll have to settle for showing you some of the items that left me scratching my head and wondering who buys this stuff. See pics of all these crazy items at the bottom of the page ....and let us know what you think...will they catch on? "

1:Electronic Cigars

Electronic cigars consists of a chassis, battery, heating element, and a “flavor pack” that provide such sumptuous tastes as “nicotine”, “cherry,” and other equally stomach churning concoctions. In my quest for journalistic integrity, I tried a puff on one of the sample units. The resulting taste can only be explained as sucking in the exhaust of one of these rock concert smoke machines. Half an hour later, I was still slightly gagging and coughing.

2:Alien Computer Parts

Deep Cool from Bejing, China, specializes in PC cooling products. Pictured is the “Dracula” video card cooling apparatus. I didn’t quite see Transylvanian industrial design at play, and for my money they could have totally called it the “Alien Resurrection Spinal demogrifier” and I would have totally bought it.

3:Home Cloud Server

 Some concepts totally make sense, but when their actual purpose is explained in rather unsettling detail, it’s hard for me to look at technology the same way. The home cloud server is basically a super roomba with one important distinction. Designed for the home healthcare market and specifically the eldery, the little remote pods are designed to “seek out and eliminate strong odors and byproducts” using a combination of sanitizing and deodorizing agents. It’s a delicate way of dealing with an indelicate problem.

4:The "Bieber-Bot" and the return of Pleo the Robot Dinosaur

Like this needs any explanation…

5: iPhone Bottle Opener Case One

One hand it makes sense, on the other hand, I totally expect Larry the Cable guy to be on speed dial for anyone who carries this around.

6:You're Too Drunk To Drive

Lockout "Game" What do the people who brought you the iPhone bottle opener case do for an encore? They offer a lockout system for your car ignition that lets you know you’ve had one too many. How do they do this? Breathalyzer? Sweat sample? Tiny drop of blood BAC reader? Well no, that would be too easy. This device makes determining your sobriety a game by forcing you to follow a “Simon Says” lighting pattern on the remote key fob to unlock your ignition.

7: The Watch Phone

or is it the Phone Watch? Burg brings you not one, but five watches with full cellular capabilities that also lets you text messages, and even has a built in camera for taking covert pictures. Oh yeah, it tells time too.

Find Radio Centre at 2100A Dewdney Ave, online at www.radiocentre.ca or check out their listing in AUDIO & VISUAL here on the REGINA DIRECTORY of excellence...Radio Centre are your Audio & Visual and ELECTRONIC Experts right here in Regina!

 

 

Nice Trusted Tip Radio Centre, our REGINA AUDIO & VISUAL ..and ELECTRONICS EXPERTS!!

Stay Trusted my friends..Safe and Trusted of course

 

 

Radio Centres store is on Dewdney in this beautiful old Building..you can't miss em!  

www.trustedregina.com  is thrilled to brag about another wonderful Trusted business on the Regina directory of excellence!

We are busy catching up, as so many businesses are coming on board each week across the province..sometimes we are stretched pretty thin...on www.trustedsaskatoon.com  ..and soon on www.trustedregina.com  directory you will notice how many TRUSTED TIPS our existing clients are providing us too...so the typing never stops. ..except maybe to film our own TRUSTED TIPS for Global Saskatoons new 6-9am morning show ( our first consumer tip by Sara the Trusted founder aired today..we will have it up on Youtube asap for you to look at! )...exciting and BUSY times on the run up to Christmas!

We are not complaining though..we are breaking new ground in the directory industry with every step forward...not only are we unique because we provide businesses that have a track record of excellence..and are contracted to uphold the 5 Trusted Guarantees of excellence for those people with a NEED right now..but we are evolving into a local source of TRUSTED Experts..who provide tips for the consumers who we know are researching online BEFORE they decide who to buy from or what to buy! To see this feature for yourself got to www.trustedsaskatoon.com  click on the category you are interested in .......and you will see a link to the right of the category that says CLICK HERE FOR TIPS AND RESOURCES this takes you to our blog archive where you can pick from our list of Trusted Tips..or you can simply select a category you are interested in from the TAG CLOUD on the left to see all TIPs and blogs on that subject..EASY ..see we truly are the SMART & SIMPLE choice!

Now, lets brag about our most recent Trusted Regina Partner!

AWESOME AUTO ELECTRONICS

To say Brent ( who started Awesome Auto Electronics) with partners Blake Friesen and Glen Armstrong are passionate about what they does would be an UNDERSTATEMENT....! These days we spend sooo much time in our vehicles , so why not get the best system you can to listen to your favorite dance track on or crank it up for a good classic or kicking Rock tune.....whatever your musical tastes, age, gender or desires Awesome will help you achieve the best sound possible in your vehicle...

Or perhaps you are SICK of getting up 30mins earlier in the Winter to bundle up warm and stagger out in the -30deg morning to start your car..the guys at AWESOME FEEL your pain..and will have that Remote car starter installled on your vehicle ( or the ladies in your life guys...you would win BIG points for that thoughtful Christmas present) quickly and done RIGHt the first time...Whether it's a Remote Start, GPS device, Audiosystems ...or any audio visual custom design, big or small, you can rest assured that your eyes and ears will be fully satisfied when the job is done.

Go to their listing ..here ...their website or just drop into their building on Lorne street ...they are waiting to serve you..see how friendly and eager they are to help in the pic below! Welcome AWESOME ....we are thrilled to give you the ' Thumbs up'

 

We look forward to bragging about the other Trusted Regina Partner that went live last week....and telling you why they are a SAFE and Trusted businesses and why when searching or googling, you should choose a TRUSTED business in Regina ...you'll be glad you did!

Stay Trusted my friends..Safe and Trusted of course

www.trustedsaskatoon.com celebrated 6 month of being live by hosting a 6 month Trusted Partners networking event on the 28th November at Finns Irish Pub, which was agreat success..over 70 people attended and people swapped success stories, networked and made new friends in a relaxed and informal atmosphere ...the Trusted Partners benefit from so much more than just the listing as we try to provide as much additional value to our partners in different ways...we are not your ' usual advertsing/ marketing company ' thats for sure! 

We can't wait to do the same for Trusted Regina Partners, and as www.trustedregina.com adds more and more businesses to the ever growing list of Trusted businesses on the Regina Directory each week, we are hoping it won't be too long before we have their launch party/network event to celebrate at too!!!

Our latest Trusted Regina partner is Radio Centre, and we will tell you why they ' deserve the Thumbs up' and what sets them apart below...if you know of any Regina businesses YOU think deserve our endorsement please nominate them here  you could WIN $1000 CASH ..as one lucky person who nominates a business through the directory will be drawn at random on our launch night and will be a BIG Winner!! 

Radio Centre

The Radio Centre Team Radio Centre, like many of our Trusted businesses is a 100% locally owned business, and it has been open since 1948 in Regina.....that in itself is very telling...and what it means to a consumer is that they are 100% LOCALLY ACCOUNTABLE, which is very important, especially in their category!

The team, headed up by Tim and Rene, are proud of what they do, and they strive to provide a perfect customer experience for every person that walks in the door of their cool Warehouse District location. What began as a small radio shop has transformed into a full consumer electronics store with products ranging from home theatre audio/video to iPods to portable electronics. With a fully authorized Service and Repair Centre, and a willingness to support their customers for the life of their purchase, Radio Centre has an ability to develop strong relationships with their customers, and this was very well demonstrated when we spoke to their clients as part of the Trusted verification process.Check out their listing here and read their clients words for yourself...these are REAL testimonials from REAL clients..we know because we spoke to them ourselves...so you can be assured they are not fake reviews, like some websites often display.

It was Michelle Staruiala. one of our Trusted Regina consultants that recommended Radio Centre in the first place, she had sent clients from her previous job there to get looked after, and had always heard wonderful feedback about their high level of customer service, so when she thought Audio & Visual..they were top of mind! Also, just a few days before the listing went live we had a nomination for them through the website ...what a funny coincidence, but it just shows that yet again we have found a company that is deserving of all the endorsement, praise and promotion that Trusted Regina is eager to shower upon them! Here is the nomination we recieved, so you can see for yourself....  

"I have dealt with both Rene and Tim since 2003 and can Honestly say I am more than pleased with their Honesty and Service that I have received from them and the Staff. I would and will always give their Name to anyone looking for service and product they have become Friends who Care."  Ernest Winter

Thanks Ernie...you have nominated a company you TRUST to us, we appreciate that, and in return you will be eneterd into the $1000 Prize draw!

Their website has many resources and some interesting features like the auction feature CLICK here to see the latest, they also have a blog and a copy of their latest FLYER of fantastic offers! they may be a smaller local business, but that doesn't mean that they can't compete with the big box stores...they defintely do..and they do it with a laugh and a smile!    

It just shows, that the Radio Centre motto is true.... "Customer service is not dead, it is just hiding…at Radio Centre".

 

We welcome the Radio Centre team to www.trustedregina.com , where we promote the best..other directories just list the rest! We truly are the ONLY direstory that works for YOU the consumer, as we find you Safe and Trusted businesses in Regina and beyond. Become a FAN of our Trusted Regina.com  Facebook Page here  and stay tuned in to track our progress , as when we get going there will be ongoing contests and prizes given away to our Trusted Regina fans!You will learn pretty quickly that it always pays to be a fan of Trusted Regina!

Stay Trusted my friends....Safe and Trusted of course!