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TSX:6752 News 11 June 2025 - 16 September 2025

Full-Frame Face-Off: Nikon Z5II vs Sony, Canon, Panasonic – Does Nikon’s $1,700 Powerhouse Beat Them All?

Full-Frame Face-Off: Nikon Z5II vs Sony, Canon, Panasonic – Does Nikon’s $1,700 Powerhouse Beat Them All?

Key Facts Nikon Z5II Overview: High-End DNA at an Intermediate Price The Nikon Z5II is Nikon’s 2025 update to its “entry” full-frame line, but in practice it feels anything but basic. It inherits the sensor and many internals from higher models (sharing its 24.5MP BSI CMOS with the Z6 II/Zf) Dpreview. This backside-illuminated sensor paired with the latest EXPEED 7 processor (same engine as the Z9 flagship) gives the Z5II faster readout and improved low-light performance over the original Z5 Dpreview Nikon. Nikon claims it focuses 3× faster than the Z5 in dim conditions Nikon Nikon and can lock on
16 September 2025
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Mirrorless Cameras Unveiled: 10 Key Facts and Trends Shaping Photography in 2025

Mirrorless Camera Wars 2025: The Ultimate Guide from Entry-Level to Pro Across All Brands

Introduction Mirrorless cameras have revolutionized photography in the past decade, reaching a point in 2025 where they outcompete not only their DSLR predecessors but also offer compelling advantages over other imaging devices. In this report, we compare the top mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras across all major brands – from entry-level models for beginners to enthusiast workhorses and flagship professional tools. We evaluate their performance for both still photography and video, delve into technical specs and unique features, consider pricing and user experience, and examine the lens ecosystems that support each system. We’ll highlight leading models in each category and explain what
16 September 2025
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Battle of the Earbud Titans: AirPods Pro 3 vs Pixel Buds Pro 2 vs Galaxy Buds3 Pro – Which Reigns Supreme?

2025 Earbud Showdown: Best Wireless & Wired Earbuds Revealed 🚨🎧

Premium Wireless Earbuds (Flagship Models) When it comes to premium true wireless earbuds, 2025’s top offerings deliver remarkable noise-cancellation, luxurious sound quality, and a suite of smart features. Sony, Bose, and Apple remain the big three to beat – but they’re not alone. Here we compare the best high-end models, each excelling in different ways: Summary – Premium Tier: At the top of the market, choice comes down to your priorities. If you want the most balanced all-rounder, Sony’s WF-1000XM5 arguably offer the best mix of sound, ANC, and features for most people. If absolute silence is golden, Bose’s QC
11 September 2025
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Mirrorless Cameras Unveiled: 10 Key Facts and Trends Shaping Photography in 2025

Mirrorless Cameras Unveiled: 10 Key Facts and Trends Shaping Photography in 2025

Expert Insights: The Future of Mirrorless Cameras Photography experts and industry leaders overwhelmingly agree that mirrorless cameras represent the future of interchangeable-lens photography. This sentiment has been echoed in public statements from the top camera makers: In summary, the trajectory of camera development clearly points toward a mirrorless future. Mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras have matured to the point that they meet or exceed the needs of photographers at every level, while enabling new features and creative possibilities that the old mirror-based designs could not. As we move further into the mid-2020s, we can expect MILCs to dominate new camera releases and
10 September 2025
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Panasonic Lumix 2025 Lineup Unleashed: Full-Frame Power, MFT Comeback, and Big Surprises

Panasonic Lumix 2025 Lineup Unleashed: Full-Frame Power, MFT Comeback, and Big Surprises

Key Facts & Highlights Panasonic Lumix: Brand Overview & Philosophy Panasonic’s Lumix division has a well-earned reputation for innovation in the digital camera world. In 2008 Panasonic introduced the Lumix G1, the world’s first mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera, blazing a trail that bigger rivals would follow amateurphotographer.com. This pioneering move stemmed from a core Lumix philosophy: embrace new technology to empower creative photographers and videographers. Early on, Panasonic partnered with Olympus in the Micro Four Thirds (MFT) standard, championing smaller sensors to enable compact, feature-rich cameras. Over the years, Lumix stayed true to its hybrid ethos. The brand consistently pushed video
8 September 2025
Panasonic Lumix Camera Showdown 2025: Every Current Model Compared (Plus What’s Next!)

Panasonic Lumix Camera Showdown 2025: Every Current Model Compared (Plus What’s Next!)

Key Facts Overview of the Lumix Brand and Market Position Panasonic’s Lumix brand has been a mirrorless pioneer since the late 2000s. In partnership with Olympus, Panasonic co-created the Micro Four Thirds (MFT) system, introducing one of the first mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras in 2008 rtings.com. Lumix gained a reputation for innovation in video: the GH series in particular offered filmmakers advanced codec options, high-resolution framerates, and in-body stabilization long before competitors. With the 2018 formation of the L-Mount Alliance (joining Leica and Sigma) shop.panasonic.com, Panasonic expanded into full-frame cameras, bringing its video-centric approach to larger sensors. Today, Lumix occupies a
8 September 2025
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Mirrorless Titans Showdown: Nikon Z8 vs the Best of Canon, Sony, Panasonic & Leica (2025 Edition)

Mirrorless Titans Showdown: Nikon Z8 vs the Best of Canon, Sony, Panasonic & Leica (2025 Edition)

Introduction In 2023, Nikon’s Z8 crashed the high-end mirrorless party with flagship-grade performance at a relatively accessible price. It joins a crowded field of full-frame contenders from Canon, Sony, Panasonic, and Leica. Each of these mirrorless “titans” brings a unique blend of resolution, speed, video features, and handling quirks. This report compares the Z8 against its current rivals – like Canon’s EOS R5 series, Sony’s A7R V and Alpha 1, Panasonic’s S1R, Leica’s SL2 – and even peeks at rumored/upcoming models (Canon EOS R5 II/R1, Sony A9 III/A1 II, etc.). We’ll dig into detailed technical specs (sensors, autofocus, burst rates, video capabilities, build quality, etc.), summarize expert
7 September 2025
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Technics SL-1200GR2 vs the Turntable World: Is the Legendary Deck Still King in 2025?

Technics SL-1200GR2 vs the Turntable World: Is the Legendary Deck Still King in 2025?

Introduction: A Legend Reborn in a Crowded Marketplace The Technics SL-1200 is the turntable that defined DJ culture and delighted audiophiles for decades. From nightclubs to home hi-fi rigs, its reputation for bulletproof build and accurate direct-drive performance is unmatched. With the SL-1200GR2, Technics has “released its legendary and widely acclaimed SL-1200 in a new ‘GR2’ version” Technics – blending vintage heritage with 21st-century upgrades. This new Grand Class model is aimed squarely at serious listeners willing to drop a couple grand on a turntable, and Technics touts it as a hi-fi deck first and foremost (if scratching is your priority, they point you to the
6 September 2025
Technics SL-1200GR2 Turntable Launch: Iconic Deck Reborn with Modern Upgrades & Audiophile Sound

Technics SL-1200GR2 Turntable Launch: Iconic Deck Reborn with Modern Upgrades & Audiophile Sound

Key Facts: Overview of the New Technics SL-1200GR2 The Technics SL-1200GR2 is a direct-drive turntable that marries the brand’s famous heritage with new engineering. On the surface, it looks every bit a classic SL-1200: a heavy, two-layer chassis (die-cast aluminum atop a BMC composite base) for optimal damping and stability techradar.com, a 332mm aluminum platter with full underside rubber damping, and the signature S-shaped 9-inch tonearm with gimbal suspension for precise tracking analogplanet.com analogplanet.com. The design is virtually unchanged from the outside – a 17.3×45.3×37.2 cm rectangular plinth with that iconic circular platter and controls laid out exactly where longtime users expect techradar.com smarthomesounds.co.uk. It’s available in all-silver or
5 September 2025
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Battle of the Hybrid Beasts: Olympus OM-1 Mark II vs Panasonic G9 II vs Fujifilm X-H2S – Which Mirrorless Flagship Reigns Supreme in 2025?

Battle of the Hybrid Beasts: Olympus OM-1 Mark II vs Panasonic G9 II vs Fujifilm X-H2S – Which Mirrorless Flagship Reigns Supreme in 2025?

The OR System OM-1 Mark II uses a 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds stacked BSI CMOS sensor and can shoot up to 50 fps with C-AF (120 fps with AF locked) plus Pro Capture pre-buffering. The OM-1 Mark II adds handheld High-Res Shot up to 50 MP (80 MP on tripod) and now supports 14-bit RAW for the high-res mode. The Panasonic Lumix G9 II features a 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds BSI sensor with Dual Gain, 8.0 EV IBIS, and can shoot up to 60 fps with C-AF (75 fps in SH mode) and includes a 100 MP handheld high-res mode.
17 August 2025
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Battle of the Hybrid Cinema Cameras: Sony FX3 vs Canon EOS R5 C vs Panasonic Lumix GH7 – Which Cinematic Powerhouse Reigns Supreme in 2025?

Battle of the Hybrid Cinema Cameras: Sony FX3 vs Canon EOS R5 C vs Panasonic Lumix GH7 – Which Cinematic Powerhouse Reigns Supreme in 2025?

FX3 captures 4K Ultra HD up to 120 fps from a 12.1 MP full-frame sensor, can reach 1080p up to 240 fps, and pairs 5-axis in-body stabilization with an active cooling fan to enable unlimited 4K recording. Canon EOS R5 C offers 8K internal RAW up to 30 fps (60 fps with external power) from a 45 MP full-frame sensor, plus 4K oversampling and 12-bit Cinema RAW Light with no built-in IBIS. Panasonic Lumix GH7 records 5.8K open-gate, 4K up to 60p, internal ProRes RAW at 5.7K30p, and 4K/120p oversampled, with V-Log L plus ARRI LogC3 support via firmware and
15 August 2025
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Battle of the Buds: Sennheiser Momentum TW4 vs Pixel Buds Pro 2 vs Technics AZ100 – 2025 Flagship Earbuds Showdown

Battle of the Buds: Sennheiser Momentum TW4 vs Pixel Buds Pro 2 vs Technics AZ100 – 2025 Flagship Earbuds Showdown

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 delivers up to 8 hours on a single charge with ANC off and about 28 hours total with the charging case, with around 7 hours of use when ANC is on. Pixel Buds Pro 2 provide roughly 8 hours of listening with ANC on (about 7 hours with ANC off) and over 30 hours in total with the case, plus a 5‑minute quick charge for about an hour of use. Technics EAH‑AZ100 offers up to 10 hours of playback with ANC on and roughly 28 hours with the case, with LDAC mode reducing to about
6 August 2025
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Beyond Lithium: The Future EV Batteries That Deliver 932 Miles of Range and Charge in Just 5 Minutes

Beyond Lithium: The Future EV Batteries That Deliver 932 Miles of Range and Charge in Just 5 Minutes

CATL’s Shenxing fast-charge battery can add 520 km of range in 5 minutes on a 1.3 MW charger, enabled by a 12C charging rate. CATL’s automotive-grade sodium-ion battery “Naxtra” delivers 175 Wh/kg energy density and 10,000+ cycles, with mass production slated for end-2025, plus safety tests showing no fires under cutting, crushing, or puncturing and cold-weather performance retaining about 90% capacity at -30°C with 30–80% charging in 30 minutes. CATL’s “Freevoy” dual-chemistry pack combines two cell chemistries to achieve over 1,500 km (932 miles) of range in testing. A lithium-sulfur prototype with a platinum catalyst demonstrated 92% capacity retention after
29 July 2025
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The Sci‑Fi See‑Through TV Revolution – Transparent TVs of 2025 and Futuristic Models Coming in 2026

The Sci‑Fi See‑Through TV Revolution – Transparent TVs of 2025 and Futuristic Models Coming in 2026

LG SIGNATURE OLED T is a 77-inch 4K transparent OLED TV unveiled at CES and released in late 2024, with wireless 4K/120 Hz video via a Zero Connect box and about 40% transparency in see-through mode. Xiaomi Mi TV LUX Transparent Edition is a 55-inch transparent OLED released in August 2020 with 1080p resolution, 120 Hz, 1 ms response, 93% DCI-P3, and electronics housed in the base (no opaque option). Samsung revealed transparent MicroLED prototypes around 50–55 inches at CES 2024 First Look, featuring frameless, modular panels with two‑sided visibility and very high brightness, but no confirmed release date. LG
29 July 2025
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In-Flight Wi-Fi Takes Off: The Sky-High Race for Satellite Connectivity 2024–2030

In-Flight Wi-Fi Takes Off: The Sky-High Race for Satellite Connectivity 2024–2030

Euroconsult projects the number of IFC-equipped aircraft worldwide will grow from about 9,900 in 2021 to over 21,000 by 2030. SpaceX Starlink, an LEO system with more than 4,000 satellites by 2024, has contracts to equip over 2,000 aircraft by early 2025 and can deliver up to 350 Mbps per aircraft with installation times of 8–10 hours. OneWeb completed a 618-satellite constellation in 2023, merged with Eutelsat to form a multi-orbit offering, and began aviation service in 2023–2024 with Panasonic Discover Airlines projects by 2025. Viasat and Inmarsat provide a global Ka-band GEO network after merger, with ViaSat-3 entering service
11 June 2025
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Stock Market Today

Nvidia stock ‘cheap’ again? AI spending surge puts NVDA back in the spotlight

Nvidia stock ‘cheap’ again? AI spending surge puts NVDA back in the spotlight

8 February 2026
Nvidia shares jumped 7.8% Friday, leading a rally in chip stocks after signs of continued AI hardware spending by major tech firms. The PHLX semiconductor index rose 5.7%, with AMD and Broadcom also gaining. The Dow closed above 50,000 for the first time. Investors remain split over whether soaring AI outlays will deliver sufficient returns.
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