Sources: iPad 2 lands in thinner body with spec bump and cameras, SD slot and higher resolution display are out

By Joshua Topolsky posted Feb 24th 2011 9:11PM The Apple rumors game can be a volatile thing. Just as we'd heard about last minute alterations to the Apple TV before it hit the market, we've gotten word from sources that the iPad 2 slated to be announced next Wednesday will be sans a few of the features we'd previously reported. Notably, that SD card slot and higher resolution display won't make it into the new model (the latter we'd been hearing rumblings about for a little while). What's the cause of the switch? Well our sources weren't crystal clear on the exact reasons, but the gist of what was explained to us centered around vague "engineering issues" which may have forced some changes at the eleventh hour. It's worth noting once again that these sources have been dead right on specific Apple plans and specifications for unannounced products in the past, and we have no reason to believe these changes are due to anything more than legitimate engineering decisions made close to launch.

So what will we see on March 2nd? We're hearing it's most likely a thinner, spec-bumped variation of the original iPad with a screen size and resolution identical to the current model. More RAM (512MB) and a more powerful CPU (the A5) are expected as well. It's also a pretty safe bet the tablet will be sporting at least one camera up front -- though if some of those case mockups we've seen tell us anything, expect a shooter around back too. It's also almost guaranteed that we'll see the next version of iOS (number 5 in all likelihood, along with its SDK for devs), and an expansion of Apple's cloud services (that part is a little... foggy right now). Of course, that will perfectly set up Apple's announcement of the iPhone 5 in June, which is when iPad owners can likely expect to be using the new software. Regardless, we'll have the goods come next week, so stay tuned!

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Swann DVR4-2600 kit is 4 cameras and 500GB worth of remotely-accessible home security overkill

Swann's New DVR4-2600 Kit compatible with iPhone, Android, Blackberry, Windows Mobile 6, Symbian Phones & more

DVR4-2600 with 500GB HDD & 4x PRO 580 high resolution cameras now features remote viewing on a variety of smartphones

Santa Fe Springs, Calif. - (February 17, 2011) – Swann Security, the global leader in security monitoring solutions, proudly releases a new DVR kit that features remote viewing on a variety of smartphones, expanded hard drive capacity, remote control, a mouse and higher resolution cameras. Debuted at the 2011 International CES, this all-in-one DVR kit includes all of the equipment and software necessary to easily install a surveillance system.

For the first time ever, Swann offers a DVR that allows users to view live video remotely using a number of 3G-enabled smartphones. Now you can see what's happening at your home or business live at any hour on your phone. Supported smartphones include iPhone, BlackBerry, Android, Windows Mobile 6 and Symbian as well as the iPad tablet. This new DVR kit also boasts a huge 500GB hard drive capable of recording up to 30 days of non-stop video from 4 cameras simultaneously (depending on settings, longer with motion detection). It also has convenient controls clickable using a mouse and remote control, and is packaged with Swann's new state-of-the-art PRO-580 color cameras.

Smartphone viewing is very easy to set up. Once the DVR and cameras are installed at the premises you wish to monitor, simply download the free 'SwannView' app from the iPhone AppStore or from www.swann.com/swannview and load to your iPhone or iPad.

If you have a Blackberry, Android, Windows Mobile 6 or Symbian Smartphone, you can load the 'SwannView' app from the supplied CD or download from

www.swann.com/swannview. Once the app is installed on your Smartphone, put the DVR's IP address into the browser and in less than a minute you can view video from all 4 cameras live onscreen.

"This is a flagship product for Swann in 2011. It brings together video surveillance with phone connectivity and convenience as never before. We are very excited to have launched it and it had a great response from our live demos at CES", commented Jeremy Stewart, VP Global Marketing, Swann Communications.

The DVR4-2600 is also available without cameras and in 8 and 16 channel versions for larger premises requiring additional cameras. It's a great example of advanced security made easy.

DVR4-2600

• 500GB Hard Drive that can record continuously from 4 cameras for up to 30 days+

• Remote viewing via iPhone, BlackBerry, Android, Windows Mobile, Symbian and more*

• Email notification: sends an email when there is motion

• Remote control & mouse for convenient control

• Motion triggered recording saves time & hard drive space

• H.264 recording for high quality video & maximum storage capacity

• USB port for easy back up & transfer of incident footage to PC

• Easily connects to TV or LCD monitor using VGA output

+depending on settings, longer with motion detection

*Note trademarks are properties of their respective owners

PRO 580 Cameras

• Each kit includes 4 color cameras

• High resolution – 480 TV lines video

• Night vision can see up to 65 feet

• All-weather aluminum casing for indoor/outdoor applications

• Easily mountable & cable threaded through mounting bracket for extra protection

What's in the box

• DVR4-2600

• 500GB Hard Drive (installed)

• Remote Control (with batteries)

• PRO-580 Cameras x 4

• BNC Cables 60ft / 18m x 4

• Mouse

• Ethernet Cable

• BNC to RCA Video Cable

• Software CD

• Power Adapter

• Operating Instructions

• Theft Deterrent Stickers x 4

Swann's DVR4-2600 kit with 4 Cameras has an MSRP of $449 and will be available for purchase from March through Swann's network of retailers.

For more information on the DVR4-2600 kit, please contact PR Representative Brian Metcalf at (305) 576-1171 x11 or at brianmetcalf@maxborgesagency.com or go to www.swann.com.

About Swann

Swann is a global leader in security monitoring solutions and I.T. peripherals targeting consumers through retail channels. Swann's sustained growth and success has been based on designing and developing surveillance technology that is innovative yet cost effective.

The company's products are mainly do-it-yourself (DIY) with easy-to-follow 'plug-and-play' instructions, full after-sale technical support and retail-friendly product packaging aimed at home, office and small-to-medium retail users.

For customers needing more high-tech solutions, Swann is at the forefront of the latest international trends including wireless connectivity, professional quality CCTV cameras with infrared night vision, digital video recording with motion detection and networkability, web surveillance and remote notification.

Swann was founded in 1988 by David Swann in Melbourne, Australia and now has offices in the USA, Canada, Australia, the UK, China and Hong Kong with distribution partners around the globe.

Swann's reseller network includes some of the world's largest retailers and distributors including Fry's Electronics, RadioShack, Brandsmart USA, Canadian Tire, Maplin Electronics, and Dick Smith.

Web: www.swann.com

Media Contact:

Brian Metcalf

Max Borges Agency

(305) 576-1171 x 11

brianmetcalf@maxborgesagency.com

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Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 official: Tegra 2, Honeycomb, dual cameras (hands-on with video)

Geez, it's been a long weekend of almost incessant Galaxy Tab II teasing, but the time has come: Samsung's finally releasing the official details of its 10.1-inch, Android Honeycomb tablet to the world. Contrary to the leaks, the tablet is called the Galaxy Tab 10.1 -- grabbing its moniker from the screen size, obviously -- and like the rest of the upcoming Android 3.0 tablets it's powered by a dual-core Tegra 2 processor, will be available with 16GB or 32GB of storage, and has a front-facing 2 megapixel camera as well as a 8 megapixel imager around back. That's just the tip of the iceberg, but we've got the nitty-gritty too -- find specs, full impressions and even some video of the slate in action after the break! Oh, and don't forget to stop by the galleries below to see the new Tab 10.1 up close and then face off with Sammy's original Tab, not to mention the Apple iPad.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 hands-on