Earlier today, YouTube announced that it has increased the video time limit on its videos to 15 minutes. This being a long-awaited feature, along-side being able to upload up to 2gb, YouTube has decided to name this increase the “15 Minutes of Fame.” For more info go to YouTube.com/Blog.

Lev – Lead Writer

Yes, the future is officially here. YouTube is now supporting videos shot at 4K (4096 x 3072). That means that if you have enough money to drop on a camera that supports that resolution (like the Red One), you can now upload the videos you shoot with it at full quality. Here’s a few videos that demonstrate this new feature. To watch them at 4K, you need to select “Original” from the resolution selector. Unfortunately, as of now, there are no affordable displays that support this resolution, so the videos will look the same as a 1080p on your 1080p television. I’ve tried watching a 4K video on my 2.4GHz Mac Mini, and all I can say that it looks the same as 1080p, but a lot slower. You can head on over to YouTube right now and upload your 4K videos (if you’re really patient). If you want more information on this topic, read YouTube’s official blog post here.

- David, Senior Editor

What is Colorsplash?
Colorsplash is an app for the iPhone, that you can use to to take regular photos, take the color away, then put some of it back in, but only in specific places that you choose. This effect makes a specific element of your picture “stand out.”

Photo credits to: http://www.touchmyapps.com/

Recently I purchased the Sony Webbie HD camcorder. Like many other pocket camcorders, it has a sleek, slim design which allows it to fit right in your pocket.

Just a few days back, Kodak showed off a new pocket HD camcorder called the “Playsport” at CES 2010. This camera featured ruggedness, waterproofing and the Zi8′s sensor, capable of 1080p video.

Today, we found a release date on the camera’s Amazon page!

It is set to be released April 5, 2010!

Lev – Founding Editor, TechReevu.com

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

Sony has announced that they are no longer using the Memory Stick Duo as the only storage device in their cameras! You’ll soon be able to chose between using the Duo or an SD card!

This change will occur to the parts of the Handycam and Cybershot lines this year!

If you’d like to read my previous rant on the Memory Stick Duo, read it Here!

Lev – Founding Editor, TechReevu.com

Image Courtesy: Memorystick.com

Sony has been around for decades. Their products are usually reliable and powerful. But, to make this “possible,” they needed a new way to store files. The Memory Stick Duo.

What’s the problem with the memory stick?

This storage device costs $30, just for 1GB! Even when purchased from a reseller! Plus, it’s almost impossible to find this product direct, let alone find the product at all.

And what about transferring? It’s one of the most complicated things Sony has ever done. Transferring only occurs through the whatever is using the memory stick! Meaning, you can just remove the card and put it into a card reader.

Probably the most major problem with this memory stick though, is the speed. It’s has possibly, the slowest transfer rate I have ever seen, in any device, since USB 1.0. Actually, in some cases, it’s even slower.

Basically: this product is garbage. It’s almost impossible to find, and complicated to use.

All I think is: Sony, do you really have to make saving files on your devices, any more complicated and, expensive? Just go with the universal SD card. Then we’ll buy your products more often. :)

Lev – Founding Editor, TechReevu.com

Happy Holidays :)

Lockerz.com is a “so called” site to get free stuff. But, according to some evidence, it seems pretty hard to believe.
In November, Lockerz had a “redemption.” A time to order prizes using “Ptz,” Lockerz currency. After a difficult amount of hours, . If you redeemed your prize legit, you will get your prize.” What did they mean by “legit” though? Nobody knows.
After almost a month of waiting, members who redeemed were supposed to get a receipt with a tracking and an order confirmation number. Not quite. Few got this email. Instead, almost everyone who redeemed a prize over (about) 200ptz, was accused of cheating; excluding a few members outside of the U.S.
Is LockerZ a scam or a real website? What do you think? Or do you have anymore proof?
It’s up to you, readers. Leave your response in the comment section below or by emailing Lev@techreevu.com.

Lev – Founding Editor, TechReevu.com

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