Microsoft hardware for digital camera owners : Microsoft announced that it will unveil two new hardware devices with innovative, easy-to-use features and sophisticated designs that will make accessing PC entertainment more enjoyable. The devices are an expression of Microsoft's continuing commitment to enhancing consumers' digital experiences anywhere. Microsoft Hardware has developed the first three-in-one control center for a Windows XP-based Media Center PC with remote, keyboard and mouse capabilities in one sleek device, designed exclusively for the living room. For digital camera owners, Microsoft will introduce a mouse, keyboard and digital image software suite for everyday use that turns any desktop into a virtual darkroom.
Microsoft Digital Image Suite 2006 : Microsoft launched Digital Image Suite 2006, a powerful package of easy-to-use tools designed to help consumers organize, enhance and share their rising number of digital memories. The new digital imaging software helps consumers, from the novice to the sophisticated photographer, easily find their snapshots and video clips and do more with them in just a few clicks. According to PMA Marketing Research, 25 billion digital photos are expected to be taken this year, and that's not counting all the digital video consumers are capturing. Digital Suite 2006 includes intuitive tools such as the Hierarchical Keywords and Hover Thumbnail, offering a more personalized, easy way to manage photos and video.
