Hereafter, Sony will position it as the next generation back-illuminated CMOS image sensors, and unwaveringly strive to further develop this image sensor and expand its product lineup, thereby contributing to the further development of user-friendly cameras and to shooting enjoyment.

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The tougher challenge, however, is to develop a consistent brand image for Starwood, as the economic climate grows bleaker.

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Toshiba implemented back side illumination (BSI) technology and integrated color noise reduction (CNR) to develop its newest CMOS image sensor that fits into an 8.5mm x 8.5mm size camera module and enables high-quality pictures even in low-light conditions.

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The long term objective of this project is to develop and apply innovative information and communication technologies for image and signal processing in order to better safeguard, diffuse and promote oral and intangible forms of cultural expressions proclaimed by UNESCO as masterpieces of the heritage of humanity.

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MyFDB offers free content for visitors to browse, a subscription service for users to develop their own profiles and online portfolios, and a cloud image service that allows magazines and brands to manage the workflow of image assets with their partners and marketing channels as well as to distribute those images through the MyFDB Asset Network.

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Those image would be transmitted to current communications devices, and the company is working to develop a way to transmit them to smartphones, as well.

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After studying the large set of image-data, the cluster revealed that indeed it could, in addition to being able to develop concepts for human body parts and -- of course -- cats.

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