The point is to make these plans, which often have few cost-control features, unattractive.
Other under-the-cover changes include giving browsers the sort of sophisticated software-control features usually found only in operating systems.
The R40 and R42 add an interesting twist, however, with WiFi and compatibility with Canon's new CameraAccess app, which brings streaming and remote control features.
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The voice control features let you switch between playing a game and watching television within the time it takes to change a channel, according to Microsoft.
The wedge-shaped double-sided remote control features a built-in touchpad and dedicated Netflix button on one side, and a QWERTY keyboard on the other side, allowing easy web and search features.
The controller allows two people playing the same game to have different experiences depending on whether they use the GamePad or a traditional Wii remote, which itself was revolutionary when it came out because of its motion-control features.
It allows two people playing the same game to have entirely different experiences depending on whether they use the GamePad or a traditional Wii remote, which itself was revolutionary when it came out because of its motion-control features.
Compact and portable, the new VIXIA HF R42 and VIXIA HF R40 camcorder models are designed to capture and share life's every day moments with a 53x Advanced Zoom, SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization, innovative wireless streaming and remote control features.
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The ergonomically designed remote control also features a built-in microphone to enable voice control.
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It would also be nice if we got to know the characters a bit better, or had more control over their features or stats.
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In addition to touch functionality, the slim ThinkPad Edge E431 and E531 laptops feature improved graphics options for more vivid content on their displays up to full HD and a five-button ClickPad that allows users to control Windows 8 features from the keyboard.
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Socialite Engage brings very detailed control over 160 different features on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.
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The BT Media Remote features multimedia control which allows users to control the playback of any music or video on the iPhone or iPad.
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In addition to the aforementioned traction-control system, standard features include ABS brakes, electronic brake assistance, child safety locks and driver, passenger and side-head air bags.
The companion app branches out from the earlier My Xbox Live app for Android and allows direct control of some console features from Google-powered gear.
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Buttons set into the elegant metal casing allow you to adjust the volume, select music titles, take phone calls and activate voice control or personal assistant features.
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This can be used not only to adjust the volume and select tracks, but also to take phone calls and activate the voice control or personal assistant features.
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The camera also features full manual control options and an intuitive user interface, making it easy for photographers to adjust all settings quickly and easily.
Despite its compact size, it's packed with pro-style features like wireless control for fuss-free multi flash set-ups, simple bounce operation and Auto White Balance compensation for more accurate, natural-looking white balance.
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Customizing every shot has never been easier as Nikon's flagship COOLPIX camera features full manual control (PSAM) and 19 unique and versatile Scene Modes and Scene Auto Selector, ready for any shooting scenario.
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This week at the New York International Motorcycle Show Ducati also unveiled the 848 Evo Corse Special Edition for the first time ever in the U.S. The bike has Ducati-developed electronics like traction control and quick-shifter features, with the trademark Trellis frame, precision shock absorbers and high-end disc brakes.
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For the ultimate in DSLR connectivity and control, the EOS 6D features a built-in wireless transmitter which allows the camera to share images and video with the user's choice of wireless devices such as select PowerShot cameras, smartphones, or tablets, as well as cloud-based destinations including social networking sites through the Canon iMAGE GATEWAY .
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But those looking for more advanced features, options and control over the image, or even just pinch-to-zoom, should probably look elsewhere.
The Pyramid acts as a home base and remote control unit for the Orbit and features a custom-designed, reprogrammable micro-controller.
The LUMIX GH2 features intuitive touch-control operation, made popular with the LUMIX G2 for its outstanding usability in shooting and playback.
Last season the network upgraded the audio to Dolby 5.1 and added features like the Race Control view in its iPad app.
The XBR LED Internet TV also features an improved remote control and works with the Sony Media Remote application on iPhone, iPod Touch or Android mobile devices.
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Samsung Electronics Co. is trumpeting the new software in its Galaxy S 4 smartphone unveiled Thursday, such as features that let users control the screen with their eyes.
These features realize an optimum control scheme for artistic expression.
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Samsung Smart TV Camera supports full HD resolution and enables Smart Interaction features such as Gesture Control and Face Recognition when it is attached to Smart TVs without built-in cameras.
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