Theodolite iPhone App Adds MGRS, Optical and Mechanical Rangefinders

Based on the concept of a centuries-old astronomical instrument, Theodolite overlays real-time information about position, altitude, bearing, range, and horizontal/vertical inclination on the iPhone’s live camera image, turning the iPhone into a sophisticated location-aware viewfinder.

Williamsburg, VA, March 22, 2010 --(PR.com)-- Hunter Research and Technology announces the immediate worldwide availability of Theodolite 1.2 on the iTunes App Store. This novel multi-function augmented reality app for the iPhone serves as a compass, GPS, map, zoom camera, rangefinder, and two-axis inclinometer. Theodolite became the top selling navigation app in the US and UK App Stores in December 2009 after being featured by Apple in the New and Noteworthy category of the iTunes App Store, and broke into the Top 40 Paid Apps ranking in the US and Top 20 in the UK.

Based on the concept of a centuries-old astronomical instrument, Theodolite overlays real-time information about position, altitude, bearing, range, and horizontal/vertical inclination on the iPhone’s live camera image, turning the iPhone into a sophisticated location-aware viewfinder. Theodolite lets users take geo-stamped camera images directly from the app with 2X and 4X digital zoom options, and contains a built-in map with standard, satellite, and hybrid views. Uses are endless, from land surveying to basic navigation, and the app is great for hiking, boating, hunting, sightseeing, photography, and sports.

Theodolite 1.2 continues the steady progression of features being added to the app. New features include multiple position formats including absolute and relative latitude/longitude coordinates and Military Grid Reference System (MGRS) coordinates. A calibrated optical rangefinder reticle has been added to the augmented reality display, allowing users to quickly estimate distance to objects and landmarks in view. This is backed up by a more precise mechanical rangefinder in Theodolite’s A-B calculator, which uses the device’s accelerometer to estimate range from changes in elevation angle.

Pricing and Availability: Theodolite 1.2 is $1.99 on the iTunes App Store. The app runs on any generation iPhone with OS 3.1 or later. GPS functionality requires an iPhone 3G or 3GS. Compass functionality requires an iPhone 3GS.

More information, including screenshots, is available on the Hunter Research and Technology website. Media professionals interested in reviewing Theodolite can request a promotional code to download the app from iTunes at no cost.

For more information, see: http://hunter.pairsite.com/theodolite/

Hunter Research and Technology is run by Dr. Craig Hunter, a practicing engineer with over 18 years experience in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, and software development. Craig received the 2004 NASA Software of the Year Award and a 2004 Apple Design Award (Best Scientific Computing Solution on Mac OS X) for his work in software development. Craig founded Hunter Research and Technology in 2008 to create innovative, relevant, and compelling apps that take advantage of the advanced hardware and software capabilities of iPhone OS devices. The company currently has eleven apps available on the iTunes App Store, with more in development.

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FotoTv Launches a News Show About Photography

Los Angeles, CA, December 11, 2009 --(PR.com)-- FotoTV, the world's largest InternetTV about Photography has released a first of its kind news show about photography. The first edition of this news show called FotoTV.News has been released today. It presents news clips, events, interviews, exhibitions, portfolios, surf tips and many such more for avid photographers worldwide. It also provides a quick look at upcoming programs on FotoTV.com.

The Founder and CEO of FotoTV, Marc Ludwig says, "There are special news shows on sports, technology, science, art and even the Internet, but nothing about photography as a subject. There are so many enthusiastic photographers around the world and the FotoTV.News is a complimentary service from FotoTV to all avid photographers out there".

The news show is scheduled to be a monthly program. It is available in English (www.fototv.com/news) as well as German (www.fototv.de/news) as a free service. The FotoTV.News show can also be downloaded as a podcast.

Says Marc Ludwig, "From the time we conceptualized this news show, we wanted it to have a really wide reach, not only online but also offline. To broadcast it as a podcast was the best way to achieve that". The news show is entirely produced in the FotoTV studio. The company has invested heavily in the latest production technology, by which the entire news show is recorded using a virtual background system. Adds Ludwig, "with the new studio we can not only produce our own news show economically, but we can also extend the same cost and time effectiveness to interested broadcasting and publishing houses".

Commenting about the future plans for the news show, the Founder and CEO says, "we plan to further increase the reach of FotoTV.News by allowing partners to embed it on their websites (for their audience/users) and in some cases also co-brand it".

About FotoTV:
FotoTV is that world’s biggest WebTV/InternetTV about Photography. A huge collection of 600 videos spans all aspects of photography. Every video demonstrates through an expert photographer, a technique, a new concept, a different perspective, or post productions tips. The videos are based on the principle of “Learn by watching the experts” through videos on the Internet – a hugely popular trend nowadays. 10 of these videos can be viewed for free upon registration but the rest of the collection is available at 70 Euros per year. www.FotoTV.com has a special end-of-the-year subscription offer at 30 Euros per year that is valid until 31st Dec 2009.

Contact: Uma Muthuraaman, uma@fototv.com, 0221 222 3722

FotoTV. / Stellar Attractions GmbH & Co. KG, Gottfried-Hagen-Str. 30, 51105 Cologne, Germany

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Deepetch.com Has Launched an Online Version of Its Photoshop® Clipping Path and Masking Service Targeting Ad Agencies, Graphic Designers & Photography

Deepetch.com has launched an online version of its Photoshop® Clipping Path & Masking service. The service is specifically aimed at small to medium photographers, imaging professionals and advertising agencies who want to remove backgrounds from their photos for an advert they have due, a retail catalogue or even for online retailers. Previously, services like this were only available to large corporations & publishers however, you can now access the same service at the same competitive prices.

Deepetch.com Has Launched an Online Version of Its Photoshop® Clipping Path and Masking Service Targeting Ad Agencies, Graphic Designers & Photography Businesses
New York, NY, February 04, 2009 --(PR.com)-- Deepetch.com has launched an online version of its web-based Photoshop® Clipping Path and Masking service. The service is specifically aimed at small to medium photographers, imaging professionals and advertising agencies who want to remove backgrounds from their photos for an advert they have due, a retail catalogue or even a website image catalogue. Previously, services like this were only available to large corporations and publishers however, you can now access the same service at the same competitive prices without the requirement of large volumes. Wouldn't you think twice if you had the chance to swap 12hrs of processing clipping paths to receive 200 images within 4hrs for as little as $0.56 per image? You could, in fact, focus on improving your business or the rest of the creative work in your office with the time you and your staff will save.

Here is what one client had to say about the service:
"Form start to finish it was an exceptional service. The fact that I had 355 images to deep etch, which would have taken me weeks, and you guys finished it within two days is amazing. What a wonderful world!"

Click here to view their testimonials and browse their website at http://www.deepetch.com/photoshop_clipping_path.php

Deepetch.com plans to launch more exciting services in the very near future. Visit deepetch.com to view its Photoshop® Clipping Path Service, and its flat rate Photoshop® Masking Service.

Some of the features that stand out from other service providers:
> A flat rate per image
> No waiting for quotes as you rate the complexity
> Live tracking for all your jobs
> Complete simple online solution with no waiting
> A friendly 24hr chat and client support

View their rates at http://www.deepetch.com/clipping_path_price.php

Clients do have to set up an account to start using the service. Once logged in, Users can tell the difference between deepetch.com and other service providers. There is a 'Live Tracking' facility to update users on the status of their jobs in real time, so they never lose control of their images. Also deepetch.com works on credits, similar to most stock image sites, where beginners can opt for starter bundles and high volume customers can purchase the value packs. Bundles start at $15 and there is a bundle for everyone's requirement.

Users only need a computer connected to the internet and they are 2 minutes away from working smarter and efficiently, utilising deepetch.com as their image processing partner. Overall, the application is unbelievably easy and quick, but for first time users, it might help to play around with the system for a few minutes. The best part of deepetch.com is their customer service, users can click on 'Live Chat' anytime to talk to a customer service representative or even pick up the phone and call them if they need a job processed right away.

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Dani Brubaker of United States Was Awarded Honorable Mention in the 2008 International Photography Awards Competition

Dani Brubaker of United States was Awarded: Honorable mention in Advertising in professional category for her entry, "Girl in Fog."

Dani Brubaker of United States Was Awarded Honorable Mention in the 2008 International Photography Awards Competition
Los Angeles, CA, September 07, 2008 --(PR.com)-- International Photography Awards Announces winners of the 2008 Competition. Dani Brubaker of United States was awarded Honorable mention in the 2008 International Photography Awards Competition.
International Photography Awards (IPA) announced the winners of this year's IPA Photographer of the Year awards.

Dani Brubaker of United States was Awarded: Honorable mention in Advertising in professional category for her entry, "Girl in Fog."

About Dani First a painter, now a fashion photographer Dani Brubaker was born 1968 in Oklahoma. Part Choctaw Indian, she grew up by the code of the Native American Indian which reveres children, yet allows them freedom of self-expression - which is reflected in Dani’s art.

Brubaker’s stylish signature photography appears in magazines such as Vogue Bambini, Lucky, CosmoGirl and Teen Vogue and her client list includes Billabong, Billie Girls, Perry Ellis, Mattel, Phat Farm, Cricket Kids, Beetlejuice London, Gossip Girl, Hula Star, Soulmates, Tuliano, Ike Behar and The English Roses by Madonna. Dani has photographed for Earnshaws, Flair, Hudson’s, KidsLA, Parents, Baby Couture and Small Magazine.

Elegant composition and lighting, happy, energetic boys, girls and tweens – and stunning, sexy adults showcasing fresh, trend setting new fashion, is what Dani excels at, her keen attention to style and detail reassert the ambitions of growth manufacturers desire and eye-catching imagery that buyers love. Dani closely collaborates with her clients, delivering imaginative, engaging imagery that directly contributes to the growth of the brand.

Regarding her photography, Dani states, “For me it’s all about the eyes, the connection I have with my subjects. My camera embodies a powerful medium of expression and communication; nothing is more moving than capturing raw human emotion …whether it’s a twinkle in a child’s eye or the playful banter between children, or the wholesome, sexy glance of an adult. Capturing those moments for posterity is what my photographs are about.”

Dani Brubaker specializes in fashion and lifestyle photography creating images that are artful, compelling and surpass the everyday. Dani prides herself on delivering top quality images for her clients, handles all color correction and retouching herself. She takes great satisfaction in creating an atmosphere that allows great moments to happen. Dani Brubaker’s strong personal signature and style is creating a new visual vocabulary in kid’s fashion photography.

Visit www.danibrubaker.com

About Ipa 
The 2008 International Photography Awards has received over 22,000 submissions from 124 countries across the globe. IPA's mission is to salute the achievements of the world's finest photographers, to discover new and emerging talent, and to promote the appreciation of photography. Since 2003 IPA has had the privilege and opportunity to acknowledge and recognize contemporary photographers’ accomplishments in this specialized art form. 


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