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Polaroid 3.5 inch Portable Digital Picture Frame

XSU-00351B - 3.5″, colour LCD Screen, Portable Digital Photo Frame from Polaroid

Innovated by the technology centric brand ‘Polaroid’ who proves its stand right from its existence during 1926. This model is been projected as a portable device for the display of the fond memories. Its compact dimension and the portable structure can be kept as close as desired by the user, can be carried along as an intelligent replacement of those conventions photo albums.

Physical definition: Polaroid 3.5″Compact Digital Picture Frame becomes favourite and most preferred for its size that measure 3.5 inches display. The display screen belongs to the LCD type screen the one that offers perfect and clear images. Digitally function is this frame with the black colour finish adding to offer a contract appearance. It goes well to be placed on the table or on the office desk. The curvy corners appear good to handle and makes it elegant piece always.

Polaroid 3.5 inch Portable Digital Picture Frame

The display quality: Polaroid XSU-00351B Portable Digital Picture Frame with the 3.5 inches measurement comes with the screen resolution of 200 x 234 pixels, the brightness and the contract ratio is 200 cd/m2 and 350:1 respectively. The aspect ratio of 4:3 makes it competitive with the models bigger than this one.

Functions: Having been able to display the pictures in the JPEG format, it can also offer MP3 playback. Amazing to note that Polaroid 3.5″ Black Colour Digital Photo Frame allows enjoying the photo slide-show with the proffered background music. The thrill and the excitement double in this case. The slide show can also be set in the desired intervals along with the different transition effect. The controls that are been found on the sides make it all happen, it is quite easy to swap between he files, set the different brightness and contrast levels. Another interesting feature is the 2x digital zoom for the close-up viewing and the detailed viewing of the pictures is possible.

Memory and Power: With the support of the memory cards of type SD and MMC the files can be played instantly on the insertion of the card. It comes with a 3.5mm headphone input and an USB port for the quick transfer of the files. Being powered up with the built-in rechargeable battery it offers a free form functioning and perfect to be carried on travel. The batteries can be charged via USB.

Verdict: The compliment goes for its portability yet offers the music background, considering the cons is the menu that is not quick in response as one thinks it has to be.

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Polaroid 3.5 inch LCD Digital Picture Frame (XSU-00351B) - Specification Details

Manufacturer Polaroid
Model Name 3.5 inch Portable Digital Picture Frame
Model Number XSU-00351B
Frame / panel / colour Portable / Digital / Black Colour
Display 3.5 inch colour LCD screen
Screen aspect ratio 4:3
Screen resolution 200 x 234 Pixels
Supported memory cards SD, MMC
Contrast ratio 350 : 1
Supported file formats JPEG, MP3
USB Port Yes
Brightness 200 cd/m2
Remote control No
Zoom function 2x digital zoom for the close-up view
Headphone 3.5mm
Playback modes Browse, Slideshow , Thumbnail
Power Internal rechargeable battery
Charging Via USB

Kitvision 7 inch Digital Photo Frame

Kitvision 7″ Digital Photo Frame with the usual outlook seems to be just another digital frame, but from the makers it has meant to impress those who wish to enjoy more for money. Kitvision introduces 7 inch Black, White Colour Digital Photo Frame to stand up the competition and has proved to make it one of the best selling model of the year.

Kitvision 7 inch Digital Photo Frame Black

The Frame in Black: With the black border, the frame measures 7 inches diagonally. Kitvision 7″ Best Selling Digital Picture Frame suits to be placed anywhere and can also add up the elegance of the room if placed above the mantle piece. The controls of the model is been neatly embedded on the rear side. With the soft touch of the buttons the adjustment of the brightness, contrast can be set along with the different mode selections. The display screen comes with the resolution of 320 x 234 pixels. The analogue panel screen is an added feature of this frame.

Support Offered by the Model: The basic function being the picture display, the frame supports the JPEG file format. With respect to the memory cards, it extends to be supportive with the 4 in 1 memory of Memory Stick (MS), Secure Digital (SD 2.0), XD and Multi Media Card (MMC). The volume of the images to be displayed is at the decision of the user and can easily swap between the memory cards to load and unload the files from and to the other devices.

Kitvision 7 inch Picture Frame White

Functional abilities: In order of the picture display, selection of the display mode goes simple in its way. The user can opt for the slide-show display where in the pictures in the memory card are been displayed in the said intervals between each of the slide. The slide show can also be set with the transition effect and that again goes the way the user prefers with the choice of different styles available. Added to these is another available option to have it displayed either in the layout of portrait or landscape and with the given accessories it can be supported with the stand to have it displayed on the tabletop or can be hung on the wall. However, it is been powered up with the mains with the adapter.

Verdict: Considering the value for money Kitvision 7” Memory Card Supported Digital Photo Frame is a definite green signal offers easy operation along with the high quality image display. The downside noted is the use of the memory card sometimes quite tricky to handle.

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Kitvision 7 inch Digital Photo Picture Frame - Technical Specification Table

Manufacturer Kitvision
Model Name 7″ Digital Photo Frame
Available Frame Colours White, Black
Display screen size 7 inch
Picture Resolution 320 x 234 pixels
Brightness/contrast Adjustable
Connectivity USB2.0
Memory cards supported Memory Stick (MS), Secure Digital (SD 2.0),
XD and Multi Media Card (MMC)
Photo format supported JPEG photo
Power External AC Power Adapter
Playback mode Full screen browse, Slideshow, Thumbnail browse

Linx 8 inch Memoire Hi-Res Digital Photo Frame

This piano black digital frame from the multinational brand Linx takes an edge in this competitive product segment. Winning the recognition as one of the best selling Digital photo frame  for the year 2009 it takes a very impressive form right from the design to its functions. The following is the review of Linx 8″ Memoire Hi-Res Digital Photo Frame.

Among the many models of the brand, this frame under review is the one that features with both audio; video functions and consists of full functional remote control operation. Its high-resolution screen and the integrated stereo speaker keeps it going distinguished from the usual models.

Linx 8 inch Memoire Hi-Res Digital Photo Frame

Piano Black Finish Frame: Bringing out the modish and professional look is the piano black finish of the frame. Perfect rectangular with the straight edges makes it appear bigger than the actual size. Obvious is its durable make of the frame that promises years of new appearance. Goes well on the desk or mounted on the wall and it can definitely take the layout of either horizontal or vertical. The controls on the rear side can be handled easily without being lost in the search. The front has a remote sensor and all the functions can be accessed with the remote control.

Crystal Clear Display: As the name states Linx Memoire 8 inch Digital Picture Frame is a high resolution and high definition frame, the display screen measures 8 inches diagonally and belongs to the LCD screen type. The resolution of the screen is 800 x 480 pixels that is a better one compared to such models. The brightness is been rated as 350 cd/m2, while the contrast ratio is 300:1. All these put together makes it be called a device with high definition display.

Supported Memory Cards: With the 4 in 1 card reader support, the memory can be enhanced to the requirement of the user. All those most dear files can be accessed at any point of time. The stated memory card support is Secure Digital (SD), Multimedia Card (MMC), Memory Stick (MS) and XD-Picture Card (xD). This also makes it easy for the user to transform the files from and to the other devices.

Putting it to function: Activation of this Memoire 8″ Photo frame is simple and straightforward, by attaching the stand in the fixer provided and connecting the power cable completes the installation. Following the user manual makes it convenient to load the frame with the files. It offers multiple displays and has many transition modes to choose. Each time the transition effect can be changed to bring in freshness to the images. Also with the auto tilt function the frame can be swapped between the horizontal and the vertical set up as per the place demands. The various user controls provided are the Rotate function, copy photo and  delete photo function. More interesting is the remote control operations that offers all the functions to be performed in an easy and simple manner without disturbing the frame each time.

Linx 8 inch Memoire Photo Frame with Remote

More Interesting functions: With the ability to perform the audio and the video playback supported by the integrated stereo speakers makes it a complete multimedia device. It also allows the calendar and the clock functions, perfect for the tabletop at both home and office. The auto slideshow and the thumbnail presentation make it easy to operate.

Verdict: Linx 8″ Memoire Piano Black Digital Photo Frame has won many fans when considered the positives of flexibility and the true colour resolution. The interface also makes it impressive in combination with the frame structure. The set back noted probable is with the setting up of the intervals between the frames in the slide show. However, worth the price and stands up with the competition.

Linx 8 inch Memoire Digital Photo Picture Frame - Technical Specifications

Manufacturer Linx
Model Name 8″ Memoire Hi-Res Digital Photo Frame
Display type LCD Screen
Display screen size 8 inch
Resolution 800 x 480 pixels
Brightness 350 cd/m2
Contrast ratio 300:1
Memory 4 in 1 card reader
Supported memory card formats Secure Digital (SD)
Multimedia Card (MMC)
Memory Stick (MS)
XD-Picture Card (xD)
Interface USB 2.0
Supported image formats JPEG, MP3, MPEG, MPEG2, MPEG4
Display Positions Vertical or horizontal; table top or wall
Features Full function remote control
Auto tilt function
Multi format video and audio playback
Integrated stereo speakers
Multiple display and transition models
Calendar
Clock
Image rotation 12 picture transition
Auto slide show
Thumbnail
User control Rotate function, copy photo, delete photo
Battery type Lithium battery with 1600 mAH capacity

HP df820 Digital Photo Frame Review

df820 - 8-inch Widescreen LCD Digital Picture Frame from Hewlett Packard

This df820 Digital Photo Frame the frame with the size of 8-inch wide is a product from ‘HP’. They can be called as a mini computer as it delivers multimedia function that are been enhanced with the great upgradation. One may feel it is a device that looks plain, simple and straightforward, it is quite true with the judgment but it can be the one that most heart desires.

Design and Structure: HP df820 8-inch Digital Picture Frame with the rectangular structure that measures 8 inches diagonally is a clean front with no controls. Made of the material that gives a sturdy structure comes with interchangeable frames. These frames can get stacked and can be rearranged to suit the environment. The dark mat finish may suit the office environment and the rest good for the home decor. It allows to be positioned in both portrait and landscape manner, it either can take place on the desk or be mounted on the walls. The controls for this device are been found on the rear side along with the 2 card readers and with 2 ports. The control buttons are soft touch and the present 5 buttons functions for mute, back, play, forward and the menu operations. The dial adjustments are available to set the brightness, colour and the volume control. In order to enable the remote operations it comes with the remote sensor at the front bottom of the device.

HP df820 8-inch Digital Photo Frame

Functions in HP df820: All set this model automatically boots up to the slide show with the automatic interval for 15 seconds. It offers multimedia functions and lets the user enjoy the music and video. It does a good job with those basic components of calendar, clock that lets the desktop use.

Remote control: Those controls present in the rear side of the device does not give operational convenience, hence is the call for the remote control. This handy remote control is a wireless operation that works to the convenience of the user. All the required functions are been offered with in the soft touch button with the clear explanation and hence new feel of the frame can be experienced repeatedly.

Features: This model goes the most interesting way when there is a clear understanding of its features.

  • Picture slideshow – Just not another digital frame, it does shows its uniqueness in many a ways and so is its slideshow. This can be set with or without the background music, there are six different picture transition options to choose and they offer a shuffle mode of setting the slideshow.
  • Multiple picture view – possible with HP df820 Remote Control Digital Photo Frame is the option of viewing multiple pictures. They can be set in the thumbnail mode and the choice of picture can be zoomed or rotated for the viewing.
  • Four-quadrant display – The layout of the display can be organized and it is customizable with the alarm clock, calendar and 2-photo display.
  • PictBridge photo printing – This is a technology by which the pictures can be printed by connecting directly to the printer without the requirement of the PC help.
  • Digital matting – This is a digital border on the LCD screen that enhances the compliments of the pictures.
  • Auto image compression – When the pictures are copied from the memory cards it automatically compresses without any compromise in its quality.
  • Multi-lingual support – For the on screen display, it offers the option of 7 languages to be chosen from English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Dutch and Portuguese.

Supported memory cards: In the given two slots, this device can accommodate the compatible memory cards of type Memory Stick Pro (MS Pro), Secure Digital (SD 2.0), XD Picture Card and Multi Media Card (MMC).

HP df820 with Remote

Supported file formats: The various audio, video and image files supported by HP df820 Digital Photo Frame are Audio – MP3; Video – MPEG – 1, MP4 and Motion JPEG and Image files – JPEG.

Package contents: The following are the package contents of HP df820 512MB Memory Digital Photo Frame Remote control, User Manual book, Quick start guide , USB cable, Universal Power adapter, Warranty , document, Declaration of conformity and Interchangeable matts.

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HP df820 Digital Photo/Picture Album Frame - Technical Specifications

Manufacturer HP
Model Name df820 Digital Photo Frame
Remote control Yes
Screen type LCD
Display screen size 8 inches widescreen
Picture Resolution 800 x 600 pixels
Aspect ratio 4:3
Built-in memory 512 mb
Brightness/contrast Adjustable
Connectivity 1 Host (Mini USB), 1 Device (USB2.0)
Memory cards supported Memory Stick Pro (MS Pro), Secure Digital (SD 2.0),
XD Picture Card and Multi Media Card (MMC)
Speaker Yes - 1.0W x 2
Photo format supported JPEG photo
Audio and video formats Audio - MP3
Video - MPEG – 1, MP4 and Motion JPEG
Features Automatic picture rotation to match frame orientation
Picture slide show with or without music
Multiple picture viewing option
Four quadrant display for alarm clock, calendar and photo
Pict bridge photo printing
Digital matting
Auto image compression
Adjustment for the brightness, contrast, tint and colour
Allows PC connection
Add or delete from external and internal devices
Multi-language support
Playback mode Full screen browse, Slideshow, Thumbnail browse
Power External AC Power Adapter +9V, 2.0A
Package contents Remote control
User Manual book
Quick start guide
USB cable
Universal Power adapter
Warranty document
Declaration of conformity
Interchangeable matts