Photographic Frame Milestones-Image Moments 8 by Digital Foci, Inc.

By NOLAN APOSTLE, Assoicate Editor/Producer

Where were you in ’62? Not sure? Oh, you weren’t born yet? Well then you probably didn’t know that in 1962 the Photographic “Frame” became a household name and reached a monumental milestone – selling more frames than there were people in the USA.

OK, so fast forward to 2008 today at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas and we have another monumental achievement happening. Digital Foci, Inc. www.digitalfoci.com announced that it has won The Professional Photographer 2008 “Hot One” Award for the “Image Moments 8” digital photo frame.

Winner for the second year in a row (the previous version of Image Moments IMT-081 won the 2007 Hot One Award), “Image Moments 8” (Model IMT-083) lets you display and share photos directly from digital camera memory cards at home or at the office on a selection of beautiful interchangeable picture frames. Just insert any digital camera memory card into the Image Moments frame and watch memories come to life in sharp, vibrant color on its big 8-inch high-resolution digital LCD screen.

Please keep your eyes peeled both here for udates on this product that myself and fellow Editors and writers just love and think this is a definite BUY NOW! We expect to have a review on the product coming soon here as well as a presentation of our CES “Photographic Collection” on Event City Live!.

This new version of the popular Image Moments digital frame now features an 8” high-resolution 800 x 600 digital LCD screen with 500:1 contrast ratio for superior picture quality. The unique proprietary Adapter Ring design supports limitless custom framing options — even your own custom frame. It also features an interchangeable mat with 3 color selections, a hinged memory card door to hide the cards from view for an elegant finish, and an easel leg for alternating between landscape and portrait positioning to make changing your home or office décor a snap.

On Image Moments 8, portrait photos are automatically rotated according to the EXIF data captured by the camera. In addition, the built-in auto-rotate orientation sensor automatically displays photos in the correct orientation according to the landscape or portrait orientation of the device.

Some other great new features include an automatic on/off timer, and advanced file management features. The folder structure lets you select specific folders to playback. You can also create, edit, and sequence multiple playlists directly on the device.

Wow, all that and you almost expect it to take the pictures for you too! I expect to do a nice feature on this and other similar products to help you be more productive both in business and in life.

Thank you for visiting the Event City Blogazine’s coverage at the 2008 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas where you’ll find almost 2 million square feet of space, 2700 exhibitors, and over 140,000 attendees seeking information on millions of products on display at this mammoth show.

For more information on Digital Foci, see the site: http://www.digitalfoci.com .

Event City Live! To Cover CES – Stay Tuned

Event City Live! To Cover CES – Stay Tuned

By NOLAN APOSTLE, Assoicate Editor/Producer

Event City Live! The up and coming Online TV & Radio Stations of the Event City Network will be Streaming Live Photos, Interviews and Video from the 2008 International Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas running from January 7th through January 10th.

See many of the incredible Products and New Technologies hosted by none other then the Event City’s own, Mr. Mobile Mike.

Alongside this genius talent is the Event City’s Chief Producer and one of the first people on the planet to broadcast live on the Internet; Event City’s Founder, Rollin’ Nolan!

These two with a strong support team and an awesome cast of writers, reporters, a podcaster, photographers and more will take CES by storm and give you a great view of the future of Electronics as it happens in vicious Las Vegas.

Also, our newest team member, broadcast crew, soundman, and photographer who is always searching for the latest and greatest in consumer electronic products is Mr. Danny Hewlett!

  Danny will keep you on your toes as he will constantly search through the winding swamps of CES for all those Electronic Devices and “Real Cool Tools” aimed at helping Special Event Managers, Meeting Planners, Producers, Travel Coordinators, Tradeshow Producers, Corporate Managers, Executive Assistants and Hospitality types and all involved in the Events & Creative Industries.  Danny, and our entire team will continue to bring you some of the Best of Show Products to help you become much more efficient and “connected” into our wild wacky wireless world.

Check back often even after CES is over for updates and partnership announcements with the Event City Network. This truly is going to be an incredible CES!

WOW! Ladies & Gentlemen It’s CES!!!

CES To Showcase Your Favorite Electronic Toy

By NOLAN APOSTLE, Assoicate Editor

Can you believe it, its a new year, and those of you familiar with the Electronic Industry know what that means!? The Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The Event City Network welcomes you to the International Consumer Electronics Show 2008 happening in Las Vegas. This is going to be a phenomenal show. There is a tremendous line up of key note speakers who will offer their important insights of trends and all types of technology and they plan to give us some fantastic information as to where these industries are headed.

You will see a vast array of products from major Manufacturers and Reps – Audio, Digital Imaging, Emerging Technologies, High Performance Audio & Video, Gaming, Home Networking and Wireless Technology to name a few. Stay tuned to the Event City Network, sign up for the Event City Business Journal to receive even more information on Tips and Tricks while attending this massive event.

You will also get a sneak peak into our very own Online Zine, the Event City Creative, set to launch in Q1 2008! Surprises are in store for Members of the Events & Creative Industries(tm) own Portal Website. We look forward to seeing you here, and of course, at the show. Look for an Event City Correspondent to receive your FREE Beta Test Pass and a chance to win a cool Electronic Gift!!

Happy New Year’s and a very successful CES to ALL.

 

Below the Line goes to Las Vegas

Hey, it’s CES! World-wide coming together, the International Consumer Electronics Show and Event City is in the thick of it. From Mobile Technology, Home Electronics, Audio, Digital Imaging and Wireless, there are many areas of convergance that relate to Event City readers and Event Planners, Corporate Buyers and Travel professionals. I know that the film production area is very interested in Wireless, networking, and of course all areas of image capture. Think about what’s used on a film set everyday: image and display technology, wireless transmissions, digital photography, audio, video and of course film. So ok, CES might not go into film, but in ALL other areas! We will show you what’s new and interesting over the next few days. Additionally, we’ll be looking at products for our newly launched Event City Emporium. I, as Mobile Mike, will have my trusty DVR (digital voice recorder) and digital camera to bring you interviews and news from the various CES locations…and maybe even a party or two. You’ll get a first hand glimpse at some of the “behind the scenes” action starting as early as Saturday Jan. 5th!!

This show brings out the stars, and folks like Yoko One (on the John Lennon tour bus), Kevin Cosner, Mary J. Blige, Michael Douglas, all will be on hand at the Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas. We will also cover the Bill Gates Keynote on Sunday. We’re talking January 6th to the 10th, so keep your eyes on our show- the Event City show if you can’t go and we’ll put you in the midst of the action. See you in Vegas! (and Happy New Year from Event City) ///  Michael Handler, editor

Event Planning Tradeshow & Party

If you are a Corporate Event Manager or Buyer, Meeting Planner, Event Producer, PR or Advertising Agency, Tradeshow Manager….

….ok, you get the picture, anyone from the Special Events, Hospitality, Meeting Planning, Travel or Entertainment industries and place your hat somewhere in the San Francisco Bay Area (or beyond) you most certainly want to be at this event on Tuesday, September 18th, 2007.

A great opportunity to meet many companies from these industries and of course, the chance to meet first hand, your friends at the EVENT CITY NETWORK™! Learn how our new online portal will change the face of these industries and how YOU will be part of this grand plan as it moves into action this year! Find out how to become a Beta Tester of Event City™ and what new and exciting plans we have in store for you, a member of the “Events & Creative Industries”!!

Ok, so here is the scoop for this great new Tradeshow making its San Francisco Bay Area debut:

 

500+ SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA MEETING & EVENT PROFESSIONALS Gather at a Unique Industry Event

 

A veritable who’s who of the San Francisco Bay Area meeting and event industry will meet in San Mateo, CA on Tuesday, September 18^th for a trade gathering that focuses on providing education, information and networking opportunities, to further connect the local meeting and event market.

 

“The Bay Area is a unique venue and, as such, deserves its own showcase,” says Kris Nichol, the event’s director of sales. “Spotlight! is a unique educational and networking opportunity for professionals who depend on this market.”

 

Spotlight! SF Bay Area takes place from 1:30-6:30pm at the San Mateo Event Center. Speakers at the event hail from around the country, and are some of the most formidable experts in the industry. Included in the line-up: Cheryl Fish of High Rise Events, who is not only the past VP of Events for MGM Mirage in Las Vegas but was also chosen as the “Best Party Planner” in Las Vegas – no easy feat; Jolene Jang of The Fun Specialist LLC out of Bothell, WA who has been a guest on many local news programs, not to mention The Today Show and The Oprah Winfrey Show, for her unique take on how to make corporate meetings more fun and enjoyable; and Joshua L. Grimes, Esquire of Grimes Law Offices LLC in Philadelphia who is known throughout the industry as one of the foremost experts on hospitality law.

 

Superior education isn’t the only thing showcased at Spotlight! 100 of the Bay Area’s finest event suppliers will be on-hand, showcasing the latest in products & services, from production companies to caterers, hotels to wineries – and everything in between.

 

Work and fun balance together, with three reception lounges joining together in an ‘Art, Fashion and Rock N’ Roll’ themed event. Entertainment includes: Live Graffiti Art Painting by Robert Tafoya, a performance by The Unauthorized Rolling Stones (Voted Best Band for Weddings & Events in ’07 by 7×7 Magazine) and a Live Fashion Show featuring SF fashion favorites …and Something Blue and Brown Eyed Girl. Complimentary food & beverage are available throughout the day compliments of Best Beverage Catering, Nico Martin Presents, Tres Agaves Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Lounge and Ovations Catering.

 

To register or view more information about this event please point your browser to the event URL: www.spotlightshows.com.

 

Please look for one of the Event City representatives at this event! It will be one of the best Educational networking parties of the year!!

 

Cheers,

Nolan

 

 

 

Reminder – “BEST of the BAY BASH”

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ADDED BELOW.

It’s that time of the year again for one of the best parties to take on the City By the Bay; surely one of the biggest bashes of the year: San Francisco magazine’s seventh annual Best of the Bay Area party!

Major Virus from Greeting & Postcards

As of late May thru June I’ve been monitoring a large collection of emails I receive from many different sources (or at least seem to come from different sources). They attempt to get you to open an electronic Bday Card, Greeting Card, Postcard of some kind.

STAY FAR FAR AWAY FROM THESE. Although the virus is not a “major destroyer” as I like to put it, they are a MAJOR PAIN IN THE TUSH!! They appear as very nasty Trojan forms and are a major headache to remove.

Do not send or “receive” any type of ePostcards, Greetings, etc. for a long time. Any questions, please post as a Comment. Good luck and have fun!

Corporate, Meeting & Event Planners Events Come to Bay Area

ATTENTION MEETING & EVENT PLANNERS

BE PRODUCTIVE – HAVE FUN

MEET NEW CONTACTS

At The

HSMAI’s Affordable Meetings® West

A unique Trade Show and educational opportunity for meeting & event planners is coming to the San Francisco Bay Area this week. This is an incredible Trade-show for Meeting & Event Planners and Corporate buyers who plan all types of events.

The AFFORDABLE MEETINGS WEST is one of the top events of

BEST Of The BAY BASH – June 28, 2007

It’s that time of the year again for one of the best parties to take on the City By the Bay; surely one of the biggest bashes of the year: San Francisco magazine’s seventh annual Best of the Bay Area party!

Industry Event Coming June 24, Alameda, California

Here is an Industry event that the entire family is invited to. Event and Meeting Planners, Producers, Promoters, Corporate Marcom and PR Professionals are invited to attend this special party introducing the BLADIUM as a new Event Venue in the San Francisco Bay Area.