http://www.computershopper.co.uk/labs/ Computer Shopper labs en-gb Sat, 11 Oct 2008 04:44:04 +0100 Sat, 11 Oct 2008 04:44:04 +0100 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 site.editor@computershopper.co.uk webmaster@computershopper.co.uk http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/249/ip-cameras/products.html We hear a lot of grumbling about CCTV cameras in the streets, but when it comes to home security, a surveillance camera can give you peace of mind. It's a great way to check all is well while you're away, and if any criminals do break in it'll catch them in the act. Thu, 18 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/247/compact-cameras/products.html Before you hit the beach this summer, why not splash out on a new camera to replace your existing clunky old beast? This year's lithe models are packed with fun features such as face and smile detection that should keep you entertained, and may even help improve your photos. Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/245/camcorders/products.html Websites such as YouTube have reignited enthusiasm for amateur movie-making. You can shoot something in the afternoon, edit it in the evening and have it online for the world to see before bedtime. It's an incredible idea, and all you need is a basic video camera and a PC. Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/241/enthusiasts-cameras/products.html If you want to get serious with your digital photography, forget about fancy gimmicks and go for a camera that puts you in the driving seat. This month we round up the best digital SLR cameras that sensible money can buy, plus the ultra-zoom models that are snapping at the SLRs' heels. Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/238/digital-cameras/products.html While £100 is enough to buy a dependable camera, you only need to spend a little more to get something that's really worth getting excited about. In this Labs round-up, we review a selection of cameras that have gorgeous ultra-compact designs, lightning-fast performance, enormous screens, huge zooms, optical image stabilisation, face detection and fantastic image quality. Wed, 10 Oct 2007 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/236/webcams/products.html In this month's Computer Shopper we've reviewed 12 VoIP phones that enable you to keep in touch with friends and relatives using your PC and your internet connection . If you've got a broadband connection, though, you can go one step further. Wed, 15 Aug 2007 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/235/budget-digital-cameras/products.html We love cheap cameras. Admittedly, we're quite fond of expensive ones, too, but we can't imagine enjoying a swim in the ocean while constantly keeping an eye out for thieves who might be trying to steal our slim but costly ultra-zoom camera. Fri, 20 Jul 2007 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/233/cctv-equipment/products.html Burglar alarms are a good way to protect your home or office from intruders, but a CCTV system can be even better. An alarm might scare off an intruder and alert neighbours, but a CCTV camera could help catch those responsible. Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/230/camcorders/products.html Photos are fine for recording some important moments or special occasions, but others, such as a child's first steps, really need to be captured on video. Fortunately, a good camcorder now costs very little, and with the right equipment it's easy to send a DVD or email a video clip to anyone anywhere in the world. Mon, 19 Feb 2007 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/229/ultra-zoom-cameras/products.html A digital camera's zoom is its most important feature. The 3x zoom found in most digital cameras provides a blinkered view of the world, and, unless your camera came bundled with a jet pack, you'll struggle to compose truly great photos with such a limited zoom range. Fri, 19 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/226/ultra-compact-cameras/products.html You can pick up a superb point-and-shoot camera for as little as £150, but if you have a little more to spend you can buy an ultra-compact model that's stuffed with all the latest technologies, but is still small and sturdy enough to drop into a pocket every time you leave the house. Fri, 20 Oct 2006 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/224/webcams/products.html It's great being able to chat with friends on the phone, and even better when you can use your computer to call them for free. Speaking to someone isn't the same as seeing them, though. If you have relatives or friends that you rarely meet in person, why not use your computer to speak to them face to face? Mon, 21 Aug 2006 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/223/digital-cameras/products.html Photography isn't everyone's greatest passion. For most people, it's just a means to an end and a way to immortalise important moments, people and places. Most people don't want creative controls and a huge lens; they want a camera that works quickly and easily, takes great pictures on automatic settings, is small enough to slip into a pocket and is affordable enough to be carried around without having to worry about losing or damaging it. Thu, 27 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/220/digital-cameras/products.html Digital cameras are turning us into a nation of photography enthusiasts. Rather than picking up dull, badly composed and poorly exposed shots from the chemist and wondering what went wrong, you can now take a picture, instantly see how successful it is and, if necessary, have another go. Thu, 27 Apr 2006 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/218/dv-cameras/products.html Whether you're recording an important event in your life or shooting a low-budget movie masterpiece, you need a good video camera with the same basic attributes. You'll want good-quality video, ease of use and a battery that doesn't run out in the middle of filming. Tue, 21 Feb 2006 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/215/digital-cameras/products.html If you're thinking of buying your first digital camera, what has taken you so long? Perhaps you feel digital cameras still can't match the quality and value of 35mm film cameras. There is some truth in this argument, but, unless you're considering an expensive SLR model or have only £ Mon, 21 Nov 2005 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/210/digital-cameras/products.html Large, high-quality photos used to be available only to a select few who could afford pricy single lens reflex (SLR) cameras and costly printers. But now you can buy a camera with the multi-megapixel sensor and high-quality optics necessary to take great photographs for under £ Wed, 22 Jun 2005 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.pcpro.co.uk/shopper/labs/207/cctv-equipment/products.html No-one likes to feel insecure. Whether you have a small business with premises and stock to protect or you're a householder who's sick of teenagers trampling on your lawn, none of us wants to feel at the mercy of others. Fri, 18 Mar 2005 00:00:00 +0000