Know Your Camera Filters

Filters are common accessories purchased by the photographer after buying the camera. Filters are usually always mounted on the camera lens that serves to filter out ultraviolet rays so that the color becomes brighter. In addition, the filter also to protect the lens from impact and scratches.

There are different types of filters are commonly used in a pemotertan. Include the following:

1. Filter Ultra Violet (UV). Media films are very sensitive to this type of light, the effect on the photograph is faded colors like misty. Sensors in digital cameras are not overly sensitive to UV light such as a movie, but the use of the UV filter will increase the color contrast of the images. The main function of the UV filter to protect the lens from scratches and impact. So if you do not use another filter, let alone the UV filter mounted on the lens.
2. Filter Neutral Density (ND). This filter is gray with various levels of concentration. Useful to reduce the intensity of light reaching the sensor. So it can shoot a longer exposure time. If you want to shoot slow speed during the daytime, ND filter is mandatory equipment.
3. Graduated ND filters. An ND filter with a density change gradually as gradation from dark to light. This filter is very useful for landscape photography in bright daylight. At the time of use, the more dense installed above, function to reduce the light from the sky and maintain the light from the mainland in order to obtain images with uneven illumination with blue sky.
4. Polarizer filter. Serves to reduce light reflection from non-metal surfaces. Very useful for shooting through the glass, such as shooting fish in aquariums or historical objects in the museum. This filter also improves contrast and color, as well as reduce light scattering. The effect was most apparent when used to photograph the clear sky with white clouds. Polarizer is very influential effect on the photo and can not be obtained through a digital process. There are 2 kinds of polarizer: linear polarizer with a straight line direction and circular polarizer (Pol Cir or CPL) which has the direction of the line of circular-polarizer viscosity can be adjusted by turning the front ring.
5. Filter Macro or Close Up. Function to change the focal length to allow for shooting an object with a very close distance. Also serves as a magnifying glass (magnifying glass). However, the use of a macro filter will take effect, such as lighting down 1-2 stops, reduced sharpness and DoF is narrower.
6. Filter Infra Red (IR). IR filter will pass infrared light and hold another spectrum of light. Basically, the camera sensor is designed to not be sensitive to IR light, thus causing the need for the use of IR filters lighting in a long time or a slow shutter speed.
7. Artistic filters or color. Provide shades usually associated with certain mood. For example, giving the impression of a cold blue color, while the color orange will give a warm impression. Yellow filter will enhance the contrast of the color of the sky and clouds. Currently, these shades can be added through the digital imaging process that is rarely used color filter

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HTC Windows Phone 8X Review


Here's best  products HTC's latest operating system based on Windows Phone 8. Emerged as one of the first smart phone based on WP 8 OS, HTC Windows Phone 8X is waiting until the official launch in September of 2012 ago.

Slid together HTC Windows Phone 8X, ala HTC WP8 cheaper version, this smart phone a cursory looks like the Nokia Lumia 920, it's just the body appear thinner.

One considerable attention is that tech Super LCD screen 2 with Gorilla Glass 2 protection and anti-reflective sun. The screen size of 4.3 inches with HD quality.

In addition, behind the scenes, working seunit Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 chipset with dual-core Krait processor 1.5 GHz, which he said makes ngacir performance super phone. Let us prove it.

What else can be offered for less than Rp 5 phones, 75 million? Here's his review.

HTC WindowsPhone 8X

Design

For those who love the thin body phones, HTC Windows Phone 8X may be an option. Slim body is the main attraction of this phone. Its thickness is only 1 cm, not more. His appearance is also elegant, made of polycarbonate with a rough unibodi, comfortable grip. Unlike smart phones in general, the angles made tapered body. Unfortunately, because made from rubber, over time it will darken the corners. But, speaking of quality material, quite capable.

There are no physical buttons on the front of the HTC 8X. All-round touch, including the Back, Menu, and Search. Fortunately, the performance of the touch screen is very responsive and comfortable to use. When tested typing was no significant obstacles, in spite of the virtual keyboard. You can turn the vibration on the keyboard to minimize mistyped typo alias.

On the back side, there is a 8 MP camera with LED flash, and speaker cone at the bottom, minimal ornamentation. The Power / Lock key and 3.5 mm audio jack is centered at the top, while the micro SIM card slot, the + / -, and the camera shutter are on the right side. MicroUSB port for both charging the battery and transfer the data located at the bottom of the phone.
HTC Windows Phone 8X HTC Windows Phone 8X


Display and display interface

Talk screen, for HTC 8X quite satisfactory. In addition to length, 4.3 inches, the screen has been equipped with Super LCD 2 technology, so it appears like glass, very sharp and clear. Resolution of the displayed image even HD quality, maximum resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels and 342 ppi. Sharper than the Nokia Lumia 920. Beautiful.

The screen comes with Gorilla Glass 2 protection, which is 20 percent thinner than its predecessor and is more sensitive, and does not reflect direct light despite being in the outdoors or in the sun. Large size makes it convenient when used to watch streaming video or just look at pictures.

UI (user interface) Windows 8 was much thicker. If you have been using Windows Phone 7.5 Mango, not much change on the HTC 8X. Comes with composition tile in the main menu, the operating system brings a whole menu with a sweep to the right side of the screen. After that, all applications will be available in this menu extends vertically in position.

You can menggonta following theme color-change basis. You can also change the position of the main menu. However, it can not add any application or shortcut to the front page, do not like the Android OS.
Display Apps and Games on Windows Phone HTC 8X Display Office applications and Maps on HTC Windows Phone 8X


Features

For entertainment, the HTC just insert some form of congenital game Asphalt 5, Fruit Ninja, Jet Car Stunts. It was a just a demo version, such as Asphalt 5. But, exclusively, Windows Phone 8X has Xbox account, which is where users can play in real-time with other WP users and Xbox gaming consoles. Enough to buy the game in Store with prices ranging from free, Rp8.000an, 25,000-an, until Rp43.000's.

PlayStore like Google, HTC 8X Store also contains a variety of applications and games. However, when compared with PlayStore or Apple's App Store, the amount kebanting, too little. Even so, in which there have been several applications that are often encountered in Android, such as Angry Birds, Soundhound, Foursquare, FUSE, Facebook, LINE, and many more.
FUSE application and a headline appearance at the HTC Windows Phone 8X

There is an application called Find My Phone, which lets you locate a missing phone. You can find the trail where you go mobile phones. You can also simply delete important data remotely simply by SMS. In addition, there is a Kid's Corner. Here, you can choose to sort any application that wants deactivated before being loaned to your child.

Well, if you talk to office applications, HTC 8X is the best. Because, Office feature in it quite complete. You can instantly create new Word and Excel files if you like. And, it is very easy to sync with Office 365 if you already have accounts.

Speedtest screenshots and look at the Windows Phone 8X VIVAnews.com


Connectivity

To enjoy data services, the HTC Windows Phone 8X, you can count on access to 3G HSPA + up to 50 Mbps, and Wi-Fi 802.11 a / b / g / n. Because this phone is a sophisticated, pretty annoying when you have to make settings manually prior to the Internet with a GSM card.

Regardless of the setting, after everything is set, the speed of which presented quite a treat. Strong and stable. When testing the wireless Internet, we use the micro SIM card with Axis Axis Pro Unlimited package, around Menteng, HI Roundabout, and Pulogadung. There is no problem when making HTC 8X as a center hotspot. Simply activate the connection via Internet Sharing on the menu 'settings'.

So even when tested with any Internet-based Wi-Fi connection. HTC 8X capable of detecting hotspots within far though, at least within a radius of tens of meters. Compared to 3G HSPA +, of course access to much more stable and faster, even open a certain web pages takes less than a second. Flexible. But, it should be noted, Wi-Fi connection to your ISP should also be stable. When testing, we use the hotspot is in the office to headline.

Synchronization with Windows PC running smoothly. When connected to a Windows-based laptop Home Ultimate, the folder HTC 8X will open directly without the need to install drivers. But, if you want more features, once pierced, you can undergo a Windows Phone application installation. It was made quite easy.

HTC 8X default browser is quite adequate, website pages or websites loaded smoothly. However, do not support embedded Flash, so some YouTube videos posted on blogs or websites, can not be played. Unless, if you play them directly from the YouTube page, smooth and no problems.

For social media, users can synchronize your Google, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Sina Weibo. Installation is made easy, directly connected with your account. One interesting, there is a feature called Family Room in the People menu. You can share the info in it is covered, either photos, videos, and so on. Condition, all members must be enrolled in the Microsoft account, either Live.com or Hotmail.com. To chat, you can use Windows Messenger or Facebook Messenger.
Photo camera shots of HTC Windows Phone 8X Photo camera shots HTC Windows Phone 8X


Multimedia

HTC Windows Phone 8X rely on sensor capable 8 MP camera, which could produce a large enough image, the maximum resolution of 3264x2448 pixels. Equipped with LED flash, the camera is also featured autofocus and macro mode. When tested, the snap fairly satisfactory, low spots, both indoors and outdoors.

The same camera can also record Full-HD image quality aka 1080p. The resulting quality should thumbs up, because the autofocus can work on for the record, not broken, and equipped with stereo audio. For the front camera, 2.1 MP camera immerse HTC, that can also record full-HD video. More than enough if you only use it for video-chat or video-call. There is a Photo Enhancer app if you want to annotate the images with various effects, such as the Sephia, Cinnamon, High Contrast, Vintage, and so on.

HTC Windows Phone 8X is not equipped with an FM radio. For music, this smart phone is greatly helped by technology BeatsAudio. Output sound was clear, either through the speakers or earset. Unfortunately, although it can be shopping via the Music Store, music player has no equalizer. You can enjoy the music with a wireless headset thanks to the A2DP Bluetooth technology.
HD quality video that plays on the HTC Windows Phone 8X


Basic services

During the test period, about two weeks, telephony services such as telephone and SMS, no problems. The caller's voice sounded clear, at regular or speakerphone mode. Send SMS also no problem, as long as the connection service is used quite stable. Setting an e-mail made practical, include Gmail, Yahoo! Mail, including e-mail the office.
Benchmark results HTC Windows Phone 8X


Performance

Thanks to the dual-core Krait processor with a clocking speed of 1.5 GHz, Windows Phone 8X performance overall above average smart phones available. When tested with Antutu Benchmark, the resulting score 11485, well above the Windows Phone 8S. Perhaps, can be equated with the iPhone 4S and Galaxy S3 to top up.

All processes are handled with an almost perfect score. So even with the graphical user interface and treats by the Adreno 225. Satisfying. The time required to turn on (start-up) to open the start menu around 30-45 seconds.

To support the activities of this phone, there is a Li-Ion battery with a capacity of 1800 mAh, which can not be replaced or removed. So, if the battery problem, you should take him to the nearest HTC. However, the battery performance is quite adequate. In normal usage patterns, battery will be discharged after 4-5 days of full battery condition.

Specification
Network GSM 850/900/1800/1900, HSDPA 850/900/1900/2100, LTE 700 MHz Class 17/850/1700/1900/2100 MHz
Color
California Blue, Graphite Black, Flame Red, Limelight Yellow
Dimensions / weights
13.2 x 6.6 x 1 cm / 130 grams
Screen
4.3 inch S-LCD2 capacitive touchscreen, 16 million color depth, 720 x 1280 pixels, pixel density of 342 pixels per inch, Corning Gorilla Glass 2
Memory
16 GB, with no external slot / 1 GB RAM
Connectivity
HSPA + (max. 50 Mbps), Wi-Fi 802.11 a / b / g / n, Bluetooth v3.1 with A2DP, microUSB v2.0.
Camera
8 MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flash | 2.1 MP, 1080p video (secondary) | Video Record 1080p @ 30fps
OS
Microsoft's Windows Phone 8

Chipset
CPU
GPUs
Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon
Dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
Adreno 225
Browser
HTML5
Features
MicroSIM | Beats Audio | Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic | TV-out (via MHL A / V link) | SNS integration | Google Services A-GPS | video / photo editor | MP3/WAV/eAAC + / WMA player | MP4 / H .264/H.263/WMV player
Non-removable battery Li-Ion 1800 mAh




6 Beverages for Heart Health


Genetic factors can affect a person's risk for heart disease. But the good news, the disease is largely preventable. We may have heard the sage advice that said, to keep the heart healthy, it must be begizi foods and exercising regularly.

But not only lifestyle changes can do to reduce the risk of heart disease. What you drink can also make a difference. The following are some suggested types of drinks that can help maintain a healthy heart:

1. Coffee

Maybe it sounds strange at first glance. But did you know that coffee has higher antioxidant activity than cocoa or tea? Eating the right amounts of coffee may inhibit inflammation and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
A long-term study and a large scale, in which involved more than 83,000 women showed that drinking 2 cups of coffee a day can cut the risk of stroke 20 percent lower than those who drank little or no coffee at all.

Suggestion: Drink between 2 to 4 cups of coffee per day, including moderate category. But if you suffer from insomnia, anxiety and fatigue, just drink one glass only.

2. Pomegranate juice

Lately, the pomegranate juice reputation soar and mesmerize nutrition researchers. Why not, the experts from the University of California found that the antioxidant capacity of pomegranate juice three times higher than red wine and green tea. Even early research suggests, regular consumption of pomegranate juice may lower cholesterol, reduce arterial plaque (a risk factor for heart disease), and increases blood flow to the heart.

Suggestion: If possible, avoid additional sweetener when making pomegranate juice.

3. Red wine (red wine)

Red wine contains many compounds that can protect heart health, including resveratrol. Resveratrol has antioxidant properties that can protect blood vessels in the heart and help prevent the formation of blood clots. Some evidence also showed that consumption of red wine in moderate amounts can increase HDL (good cholesterol).

Suggestion: For women, it is recommended no more than 1.5 cups per day. As for the men, no more than 2 cups.

4. Black tea

Black tea is produced through the fermentation process after the leaves are harvested and dried. This processing change the chemical composition of the leaves, so as to produce a powerful antioxidant that helps support cardiovascular health. Black tea has been shown to reduce the risk of stroke, reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol, improve blood vessel function, and increases blood flow in the coronary arteries.

Tip: The longer you dip the tea, the greater the benefits derived phytochemicals. Therefore, serve tea with hot water will be much better while maintaining antioxidant content is maintained. Drinking several cups of black tea every day can help reduce the risk of heart disease.

5. Green tea

Such as black tea, green tea contains many antioxidants that are good for the heart. The main difference is that green tea is not fermented. A 2004 study suggests that drinking green tea in large amounts can prevent the risk of coronary artery disease. There are many studies linking green tea consumption with lower cholesterol, prevention of blood clots and stroke.

Suggestion: Drink 1-3 cups of green tea a day.

6. Water

Dehydration can contribute to multiple risk factors for coronary heart disease, including gore. When you're dehydrated, blood would be more viscous. This condition causes your heart to expend more energy to pump blood throughout the body. In fact, chronic dehydration can cause hypertension (high blood pressure).

Suggestion: Many experts recommend at least a day a person should drink 8-10 glasses of water (for adults). But the number of recommendations that should be taken not to apply to every person and every condition. To be sure, do not let your body get dehydrated. You can also add juice or lemon juice into warm water to add flavor as well as decay and obtain the benefits of antioxidants.








Outlook not affected the decrease in the Real Sector

Bank Danamon chief economist Anton Gunawan, said the decline in Indonesian debt outlook by rating agency Standard & Poor's (S & P) will not have an impact on economic growth in Indonesia. "If later slowed his growth was not because of ratings, but there are other factors, such as policy horticulture and later rising fuel policy," he said when contacted by Tempo, Monday, May 6, 2013.

He explains the decrease in outlook by S & P is more affected than the financial to the real sector. Seen from declining Composite Stock Price Index (CSPI) after the results were announced this rating. "Our economy is no improvement, the S & P is late, a bit odd. Weighting of the risk they are considered to increase the views of policies rather backwards. However, the effect only until this week. Next week is not, "said Anton.

Anton added a drop outlook is also not so affected the company. According to him, there are the results of the Japanese agency which is used as a reference by investors from Japan and outside Japan to invest in Indonesia. "Investment grade Rating from Japan enough to help investors in Indonesia," he said.

In addition to the rating, another reference to outside investors to infuse capital, the opportunity to earn a high return. To obtain the opportunity, they look like the easiness of adequate infrastructure, tax treatment, labor pressures are low, and the level of corruption is small. "It is used as a reference by investors. Rating is just one variable, "he said.

The same statement also expressed by economist of Standard Chartered, Erick Sugandi. According to him, the downgrade by S & P more than the financial impact on the real sector. "It's only temporary. I guess this week was able to get back to normal, "he said when contacted by Tempo, Monday, May 6, 2013.

According to him, the market also needs projection. Issues such as these can be used. This is the time to make the JCI shaken, which is down 1.4 per cent at the close of last week.

As for the real sector, Erick said he would not have the slightest impact. "Foreign Investment logged in Indonesia because the market still has potential with the achievement of the government in the form of infrastructure development albeit slowly, but it is progress," said Erick.