That's particularly true for an easy-to-hold, high-def product that might have made a nice little Skype device.

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The Arduino Esplora is a ready-to-use, easy-to-hold controller that lets you explore the infinite possibilities you have in the world of Arduino, without having to deal with breadboards or soldering.

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Compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System standard, the lightweight LUMIX GH2 is newly designed with an easy-to-hold grip and includes a refined image processing engine and sensor that delivers fast, sharp photos, full HD video recording, and the ability to take 3D photos with Panasonic's new interchangeable 3D lens.

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After the fall out, Sinn Fein and the Ulster Unionists are trying to make things right, but it won't be easy - especially if unionists hold to their demand for "full disclosure" and an inventory of decommissioning so far and the IRA continues to insist on confidentiality.

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Starting with the tablet itself, it's surprisingly light and easy to hold -- in fact, it's just half the weight of the aging Cintiq 12WX.

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The second goal for the Mambas came on the stroke of full time as man of the match when Nelinho drove the ball and Raharison failed to hold on, presenting an easy tap in for Fala-Fala.

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It's harder for them to - it's easy for them to get into a home but harder to hold on to that.

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