If you were expecting an update to the Kodak Zi6′s firmware, you’re out of luck.

According to the Kodak booth at CES, there will no longer be anymore updates to the Zi6′s firmware, due to the release to the Kodak Zi8. Meaning, you can either purchase the Zi8 or, figure out how to hack the firmware like these guys tried to over at the Vimeo forums – “Editing the Zi6 Firmware”

That’s about it for Kodak’s very first pocket camcorder.

Lev – Founding Editor, TechReevu.com

Halo 3 ODST is a new Halo “expansion” developed by  Bungie in 2009. This time  around you play as an  Orbital Drop Shock Trooper  (ODST) instead of Master  Chief. Inside the box you  will immediately notice that there are two disks, one that contains the campaign and, the new mode firefight. The second one is a Halo 3 Multiplayer disc that contains all of the multiplayer maps found in Halo 3.

First we have the campaign. You mainly take role of a UNSC ODST, a rookie. Like Master Chief, he never shows his face. The game takes place on New Mombasa after a fatal crash landing. I don’t want to give away any spoilers but, what I can tell you is, after finishing the ODST campaign I noticed that it was short, but enjoyable. While playing as an ODST you are weaker since you’re not a super soldier (spartan). But, playing as an ODST has its advantages too. You get a new silenced SMG with a 2x scope and, a silenced pistol with a 4x zoom. You also get a new feature called the VISR which gives the player a compass and it outlines objects, allies, and enemies. It also allows you to see better in the dark.

The new multiplayer mode, Firefight, is like horde mode in Gears of War 2, if you’ve ever played it. You and up to three other players can fight waves of covenant forces. All of the maps for firefight are based on campaign levels and are unlocked when you beat certain levels during the campaign.

The multiplayer (found on the second disk) is basically the Halo 3 Multiplayer aside from 3 new maps from the Mythic Map Pack. There really isn’t that much to say about the second disk. If you don’t own any of the additional Halo 3 maps the value of this game will probably be worth more to you than somebody that owns just Halo 3.

Overall the game looks about the same as the previous game but definitely feels different. After playing the game I was a bit disappointed. I can see why Bungie originally wanted to make it just an expansion, but it would’ve been more interesting to see a completely different game. Although, if you’re a die-hard Halo fan, this is a must-own title. While the campaign is short, it still is fun, plus Firefight and all of the multiplayer maps are enough to keep you busy for a while. The point being: buy the game if you love Halo (and/or Bungie.) If not, plenty of other enjoyable games are out as well.

Edward – Editor, TechReevu.com

Note: Image Credit: VGBlogger.com

I have had 2 other Xbox 360′s in the past few years. So, what’s new about this one? Though mostly cosmetic adjustments, this Xbox features a 120GB Hard Drive, as well as the new “Jasper” chip, which was added into the Xbox 360 line just a year or two ago. What I don’t like about this new Xbox is the lack of component cables. Unlike most people, I rarely used HDMI for my Xbox since, I have a lot of other devices plugged into my Sony Bravia. Plus, it was a lot simpler to record video via a capture card (Composite.) If you’d like to see those changes, watch the video above.

Lev – TechReevu.com, Founding Editor

P.S. We’re (mostly) back :)

This photo was taken at a Verizon Authorized  Reseller. At  this reseller, not even a dummy model of the Blackberry Storm is  available to observe meaning: Either the Blackberry Storm 2 is  close to release or, the reseller’s model was in a mishap.

This appears to be related to the rumor(s) that the Storm  2 maybe released as early as October 28,  2009.

Lev – Founding Editor, TechReevu.com

Two days ago, Hulu announced that it may become a paid service. But, seriously. What’s the point of that?

Past: Hulu originally started with absolutely free content and the best part was, it was legal. For it’s time, that was very uncommon. Users from all-over the US joined in on the free service to watch their favorite shows, such as House and Lie to Me. The main source of revenue was ads. This allowed the content providers to be paid, even through this free service.

Present: Hulu is still free, and it will remain free (for sure) until 2010. But, what’s really the point? Will they offer services unseen by iTunes, Amazon, etc. in the possibly monthly price? Downloadable content? Expanded library? How will this effect the efficiency of the site, as well as the revenue? It all happens in a matter of months so, stay tuned for more details.

Lev – Founding Editor, TechReevu.com