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<p>New in the world of frivolous but awesome gadgets is <strong>ViewSonic’s Show’n Go DV5 3D HD Camcorder. </strong></p>
<p>Viewsonic announced its presence back in September at the IFA trade show in Berlin, when it was projected to set customers back $300.</p>
<p>Today, it’s thankfully just over half of that number on the market ($180), and although you probably don’t have that <strong>3D HDTV</strong> setup in your living room yet, think about it: a palm-sized, sleek camcorder with twin 5 megapixel sensors, 720p video recording, 3D still image capture, SD storage, HDMI output, and a 2.4” screen that instantly plays back 3D images in 3D sans glasses, and have we mentioned 3D?  This little gadget’s built-in intuitive and intelligent ArcSoft software also allows you to share your new video of the dog chasing its tail or your buddy picking a wedgie in 3D on YouTube 3D with one click.</p>
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<p>Okay, you’ll need the red/cyan glasses when you want to enjoy your 3D videos and images on your PC or notebook, but bonus, the glasses are included.  That’s service and maybe a little unnecessary.</p>
<p>The main selling point of this toy is that—guess what—it’s 3D capable, but also that it works with you in a snap and without hiccups so you don’t look like an idiot showing it off to your co-workers.  It’s bound to get you some raised brows and “I’ve heard of these!” reactions, at least until everyone else has one.</p>
<p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Contributor Writer:</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 8pt;">Maria Rainier</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 8pt;"> currently a resident blogger at First in Education, </span><br />
<span style="font-size: 8pt;">researching various <a target="_blank" href="http://www.onlinedegrees.org/">online degree</a> programs and blogging about student life.</span></p>