Computer Control in KS2         Lego MindStorms RoverBot

 

 

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SONY calls time on the Mavica (floppy disc) Camera? 

Of all ICT classroom tools, none has had a bigger impact that the easy to use and versatile SONY Mavica FD200.  The good news is some that suppliers now have this popular option back in stock. Try www.wstore.co.uk.  On 11/10/2003 they had 73 in stock at an amazing £217.

Alternatives

SONY MVC-CD500

So what do you get for around £394? Well quite a lot, as listed below:

bullet5 Million pixels(FD200 was 2.1MPexels)
bulletApprox 6 min of video (640x480) with audio on a CD
bulletStores images on a 3-inch CD-two supplied as below:

            One 156MB CD-R disc

            One 156MB CD-RW disc. (Wipe and reuse again and again)
bulletRechargeable battery with charger
bulletLens cap w/strap
bulletShoulder strap
bulletUSB cable
bulletA/V cable. If necessary view the images on a TV.
bulletCD-ROM with software and drivers
bulletPrinted manual

 

Conclusion

A step up from the old floppy disc product in terms of specification, but once again over the top for what is needed for use in the classroom. Supplier: www.wstore.co.uk

Cheaper alternatives

 

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