And via the exclusive Eco-Mode application which will be provided with the software upgrade, users to manually shut down any of the Tegra 3's cores for even more control over power consumption and performance.
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Now, it's true that amazing gains are being made in the efficiency of internal combustion engines, both gas and diesel: direct injection, cylinder deactivation, stop-start, eco-mode throttle mapping, to name a few of the recent applied technologies.
Canon opted to use microSD cards here, due to the camera's small size, along with a rechargeable battery that can be replenished through the USB connector -- a new Eco mode will enable an up to 30-percent boost in battery life, with the display powering down after eight seconds, then waking up when the built-in gyro sensor detects movement.
The driver-selectable Eco mode softens the throttle response and giving more authority to the EV side of the powertrain.
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Maximum fuel economy is achieved in ECO mode, with the stop-start on and engine response and output dialed way back.
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By implementing the latest in hybrid storage technology, the U115 provides users with a reliable, shock-absorbent, speedy operating environment and boasts a 6-cell 12-hour battery when operating in Eco mode.
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Additionally, with features such as an ECO Mode to help conserve battery life, an 8x-Optical Zoom with 28mm wide-angle lens, and 16-megapixel sensor with a DIGIC 4 Processor, the PowerShot ELPH 130 IS digital camera is a stylish, versatile and easy-to-use camera with advanced technologies for a great shot any time.
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You may also credit the car's Eco driving mode, accessible through a rotary dial in the between-the-seat console.
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The "B-mode" is in addition to the normal and Eco drive modes.
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Heavy users can use "Eco Mode, " a setting which extends battery life by dynamically switching between quad- and dual-core operation.
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The combination of features, including wireless connectivity, Canon's Intelligent IS system and ECO Mode, help make the PowerShot ELPH 330 HS digital camera a great imaging companion for vacations, all-day sporting events, or family parties.
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