You may have heard a device being referred to as a camera phone, well this unique device from Polaroid switches that concept around as it is a camera that uses Google’s Android OS and is able to make calls. Despite being classed as a camera it still features the same slim design that you would expect from a smartphone, however the camera department is a lot more impressive than the snappers that you would expect on a smartphone.

The key features of the Polaroid SC1630 are its almighty 16 megapixel camera with a 36-108mm lens capable of 3x optical zoom and a 3.2” touchscreen display. Some of its other features include access to the Android Market via a Wi-Fi connection which also enables users to upload their images straight to their social networking sites.

As ComputerWorld reports this Smart Camera is expected to hit the US market around April time for $299 although financial and technical details are still being finalized. Which version of Android is being used on the models at CES was undisclosed but the company say they will be aiming to upgrade it to 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich by the time it launches.

The Polaroid SC1630 represents evolution in cameras which could see a manufacturers and network carriers alike benefitting from a future of Smart Cameras. What is your opinion of the Smart Camera? Do you think they could take the place of the smartphone?

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According to an engadget.com article by Christopher Trout, the Polaroid GL10 is also rumored to be making an early appearance in the men’s accessories section of Bloomingdale’s in New York City. The GL10 is in fact the very first of Lady Gaga’s Grey Label devices to make it onto the market.

The Polaroid GL10, which weighs just 15 ounces, is able to connect wirelessly via Bluetooth to smartphones – including BlackBerry, Android and Windows phones – and via USB to most digital cameras and computers. It can print either full bleed or 3 x 4-inch classic Polaroid style prints.

It also boasts a Li-ion battery, which is reportedly capable of printing out 35 photos per charge. As noted over on the store.polaroid.com website, the Polaroid GL10 has a wide variety of custom designed borders that enables printing with the Classic Polaroid Border logo, as well as the ability to add your own.

The GL10 has been priced up at $169.99. Would you buy this instant mobile printer?

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Upon taking the Polaroid XSU-00350B Digital Photo Frame out of the box I noticed that it had a mirror effect screen, so you have to make sure that no light will shine on it, otherwise you will not be able to see the pictures. I have only had the device in my hands for little more than 2 minutes and already the screen is smudged, it is worse than my iPhone. A quick wipe on my shirt and it is all clean again.

When you power the device up for the first time, make sure that it is connected to your PC using the USB cord supplied. Before your first use, you should charge the photo frame for at least six hours. Press and hold the ESC button for a few seconds, the device is now on. You have two modes to choose from, one is charging mode, you will not be able to transfer any files while in this mode. PC Mode allows you to use the digital photo frame as a card reader, allowing you to transfer files to and from the memory card and your PC.

So your device is now fully charged and you have powered up, you now have a choice of viewing files from either the internal memory or an SD or MMC memory card. The buttons are at the top of the photo frame, which you will need to use to make your choices. Once you have made your choice using the left or right button, just hit enter to confirm.

That is it; you are now seeing your images direct from your memory card. I noticed that the menu was a bit hard to get used to at first, but after a few goes you will get the hang of it. Each time you start the 3.5-inch Polaroid XSU-00350B Digital Photo Frame up; you have to make the choice of launching from your memory card, which is a bit of a pain.

The only problem that I have with the device is that it does not randomize the photos. Overall, the picture quality is good. The device is ideal if you work in an office and want to view pictures of your family, a great way to ease the stress.

For more information on the XSU-00350B: 3.5″ Digital Picture Frame, visit www.polaroid.com

Features Include:

• 2x zoom
• 3.5″ colour LCD screen
• 3.5mm headphone input
• Can be wall-mounted or placed on a desk for optimal viewing
• Just insert your memory card for custom slideshows
• Plays MP3 music files
• Reads virtually all digital memory card formats including SD and MMC
• USB port

Specifications:

• Aspect Ratio: 4:3
• Brightness: 200 cd/m2
• Contrast ratio: 350:1
• Panel: Digital
• Resolution: 200×234

Accessories:

• AC adapter
• Ebony designer frame with ebony matte
• Picture frame stand

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