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    CE Today 7/25/23: News from Sony, HIFIMAN, and DJI

    Explore the latest trends and news in the CE (Consumer Electronics) Space. Stay tuned daily for more updates.

    Sony Electronics Unveils DSC-HX99 RNV Kit: A Revolutionary Retinal Projection Camera Experience

    Sony Electronics’ New Retina Projection Camera Kit, DSC-HX99 RNV Kit is Now Available

    Sony Electronics introduces the DSC-HX99 RNV kit, featuring a novel Retinal Projection Camera Kit. The kit combines Sony’s DSC-HX99 compact camera with QD Laser’s RETISSA NEOVIEWER, utilizing laser retinal projection technology for a focus-free viewing experience. This innovative approach enables individuals with difficulties using traditional viewfinders or screens, even with glasses or contact lenses, to view and capture the world more sharply. The DSC-HX99 RNV kit offers high-speed, high-precision AF performance, RAW format support, and high-magnification optical zoom, providing a comprehensive shooting experience. Sony’s commitment to accessibility and creativity is exemplified in this product, offering a new and empowering way for creators of all types to explore photography.

    The laser retinal projection technology of the RETISSA NEOVIEWER marks a groundbreaking advancement, and with the camera kit, Sony aims to expand users’ photographic horizons. Priced at $600 MSRP, Sony subsidizes a portion of the costs to make the kit more accessible. Interested buyers can experience the camera kit at touch and try appointment locations before purchasing. Limited quantities of the DSC-HX99 RNV kit are available for purchase on Sony’s website from July 24, 2023, offering a unique and cutting-edge photography experience for users seeking a fresh perspective on capturing the world.

    HIFIMAN Unveils GOLDENWAVE Prelude: A Fully Balanced Class A Desktop Headphone Amplifier for Audiophiles

    HIFIMAN, a leading high fidelity personal audio brand, has unveiled the GOLDENWAVE Prelude, a new fully balanced Class A desktop headphone amplifier. Originally part of the GOLDENWAVE brand acquired by HIFIMAN, the Prelude amplifier (SRP: $2,499) offers appealing features for audiophiles seeking lifelike, full range sonics. The amplifier’s design prioritizes audio quality, utilizing a fully discrete circuit, single-ended-to-balanced conversion, and a high-power, low-noise toroidal transformer. Its precision engineering and craftsmanship make it a performance leader in its price range. The Prelude is available at $2,499 from authorized HIFIMAN dealers and the company’s online store.

    DJI Unveils Air 3 Drone: Dual Camera System, Extended Flight Time, and Waypoint Feature for Creative Aerial Adventures

    DJI introduces the Air 3 Drone, the successor to the Air 2S, bridging the gap between the Air series and the more advanced Mavic. Packed with impressive features, the Air 3 boasts a dual camera system with wide-angle and 3x telephoto capabilities, an extended 46-minute flight time, and a 12.4-mile O4 transmission system.

    The incorporation of the Waypoint feature allows for custom flight planning, while 10-bit D-Log M and 10-bit HLG color modes facilitate efficient post-processing for videographers. The foldable design and various flight modes, such as FocusTrack and Hyperlapse, make it user-friendly and ideal for capturing creative shots. The DJI Air 3 Drone is available in different configurations and accessories, catering to pilots of all skill levels.