I took the same space marines with my trusted Canon and with the following lens - EF50 and EF-S 18-85mm with Marco filter.
What is the macro filter:
The outcome from 50mm (this is actually the eye-level lens)
and from the 18-85mm with macro filter at 85mm
at 56mm
Conclusion, I think I will be using the 18-85mm with macro filter more. Next project...... is to photograph my whole collections of all my Warhammer stuff.
Yesterday I bought this leather protection/carrying case for Omnia and it fits pretty nicely, also comes with a to slot in the stylus that comes with the set. It cost about SGD18 but after some hard bargaining I got it for SGD15.
Yesterday (8th Oct, 2008) I tried again with my Omnia with white light using Marco mode and the result was much better. I set it to Macro, no flash and scene to SCN.
The model is 25mm Space Marine from Games Workshop, painted on Sunday.
I am testing the macro feature of Omnia camera and my comments are:
a. You need to be extremely hand steady else your outcome will be shaken
b. Too much grain in the auto mode (I guess the system is using high ISO as I off the flash)
The following programs are not compatible with the new rom HH3 update:
a. Microsoft Reader
b. Currency Convertor
I guessed both program using the older mobile .NET framework as when I tried to install the .NET framework, it said the newer framework is already installed.
Other interesting info is that the www.onemotoring.com.my on the traffic camera can't be loaded, not sure why. Before upgrading, I can view the traffic cam. The updated rom still cannot play WMA on touch player but you can play it using Windows Media (so not a big deal).
As for web scrolling with media playing in the background, the scrolling becomes too slow. Might be caused by my bluetooth headset, have not tried on the wired headset.
Other features found:
a. The main menu nows come with 2 page and one shortcuts page. You cannot change the mainmenu links but you can add/remove links from the shortcut.
b. GPS detection is now faster from cold start before it takes about 10 to 15 minutes (while moving) and nows is about 5 to 10 minutes (while moving)
c. Smart Reader still the same but notice the OCR is a little faster (no time tested as do not have the previous testing timing), just guts feeling.
I upgraded my Omnia to the latest ROM and also downloaded SPB Mobile Shell v 2.1, With SPB you have the HTC style ease of use TODAY screen and power of Omnia.
With SPB you have the following at one glance:
a. Battery level
b. Summary of events such as SMS, missed called, emails and signal strength
c. Weather and digital/analog clock - when you press the clock, you will alarms and other time zone. The weather will give you weekly weather forecast
d. You also have all you appointment in the Today
Beside the above, you can also make calls or close it to go back to Omnia Today screen.
So far, it is behaving as stated in the manual. Will try more features today such as menu customisation, etc. More review after a few more days of usage.
Motorola S9 Active Bluetooth Headset
Package:
I got the David Beckham set which comes with the headset, travelling charger, carrying case, extra ear bud and exercise armband carrying case (can fit my Samsung Omnia and most MP3). I guess the armband carry case is more for iPod Touch.
Usage:
The headset is very light and very comfortable to wear as compare to my old iTech headset, is like wearing nothing. When wearing my old iTech, you can feel the heat as it covers the entire ear.
Buttons:
- Left: The controls are volume up/down (denotes with -/+) and answer call or talk buttons
- Right: You have the Prev/Next button and sitting in the middle is the Play/Pause/Stop
The buttons are soft touch, which means that you need to just feel it and is touch. Each touch will be acknowledged with a beep. You must get used to the position as all buttons are cramp into a very small place so those with big fingers might touch the wrong buttons.
Built quality:
The set is very light and comfortable to wear. However, those with bigger head might find it a little uncomfortable. Pairing the device with my Samsung Omnia is piece of cake, just press the Answer button on S9 and search it on the Omnia, the rest is handle by Omnia. On the Nokia, you might need to key in the passcode.
Bad news: S9 does not pair with other MP3 bluetooth dongle such as iTech, however you can pair it with TEN iPod dongle. I have sent my problems to Motorola and hopefully they can give me an answer (more update on this once I have a solution)
Sound wise is normal with a flat bass, I guess it might be my phone. As for music, you can hear soft music even in noisy environment. I set my phone volume to 60% and the sound from S9 is hearable.
Making calls is easy, just dial and when connected you will hear it on the left speaker. Not sure why the right speaker is mute…. Maybe another question for Motorola. I am not sure where the mic is but you just need to talk normally, however the receiver did complaint that my voice is a little soft and lots of background voice (I am trying it on the train).
Summary:
- Pro: Light and comfortable, easy to use, good for active lifestyle
- Con: Cannot connect to Bluetooth dongle. Buttons too small.
