The new Dual-Mode Standard is in line with this objective by enabling the support of the latest HDMI standard, HDMI 1.4.

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During Dynasty mode games, fans will see the genuine ESPN Bottom Line ticker and can watch it update with info from contests going on around the country in real time.

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This model even adds some of Sony's picture effects from the stills line, such as soft focus and miniature mode, while certain filters, like partial color and high-contrast monochrome can even be added to video.

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Mash the pedal in Auto EV mode and, after the electric motor pulls you off the line, there's a brief delay before the gasoline engine comes to life and the CVT raises the RPMs to maximize efficiency.

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But with the economy in recovery mode, the market is anxious to see growth on the top line as well.

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New to the Cyber-shot line, the TX30 model features a Magnifying Glass Plus mode that zooms in for a fascinating super-size, magnification (up to 15x) of close objects such as fish, plants, insects and more.

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Krishnamurthy said this is still in an experimental mode at the enterprise although some banks have deployed big data at a department or line of business level.

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Also, 360 Sweep Panorama mode, previously available on a few select Cyber-shot models, will now be offered throughout the entire line.

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"For the first time, consumers will see advanced technology features like Sweep Panorama mode, HD video capture and bright, wide-angle lenses integrated into models across the Cyber-shot line at some of the most affordable price points, " said Kelly Davis, director of the Digital Imaging business at Sony Electronics.

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