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Kodak PULSE 7"

Price range:

$135.19 - $206.88

Summary: A 7-inch digital picture frame with a 4:3 aspect ratio. It has 512MB internal memory and Wi-Fi.

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Type: 6- to 8-inch display digital picture frames

About - Kodak PULSE 7"
The Kodak PULSE 7" is part of the digital picture frame test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, digital picture frame models like the PULSE 7" are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Picture quality: Picture quality includes image clarity, color accuracy, and contrast. It's based mainly on the judgments of a panel who viewed photographs on each device, as well as lab measurements including viewing angle. Viewing angle: Viewing angle indicates the quality of images when viewed from 45 degrees of the center line both horizontally and vertically. This is important if you are standing above the frame and looking down, sitting at an angle to the frame, or sitting with the frame positioned above you. Viewing angle is calculated into the picture quality score. Versatility: Versatility mainly includes characteristics that aid in versatility and convenience. Those include the presence of hardware and menu-based navigation features. Also considered are the number of memory-card and USB slots; built-in memory; brightness, color, and contrast controls; removable picture frames and any extra frames included; audio and video playback; audio and video connections; PC-to-device image transfer speeds; number and duration of slideshow timings; the ability to delete images; and handling of non-compatible image formats.

About - Kodak PULSE 7"

The Kodak PULSE 7" is part of the digital picture frame test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, digital picture frame models like the PULSE 7" are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Picture quality:: Picture quality includes image clarity, color accuracy, and contrast. It's based mainly on the judgments of a panel who viewed photographs on each device, as well as lab measurements including viewing angle.
Viewing angle:: Viewing angle indicates the quality of images when viewed from 45 degrees of the center line both horizontally and vertically. This is important if you are standing above the frame and looking down, sitting at an angle to the frame, or sitting with the frame positioned above you. Viewing angle is calculated into the picture quality score.
Versatility:: Versatility mainly includes characteristics that aid in versatility and convenience. Those include the presence of hardware and menu-based navigation features. Also considered are the number of memory-card and USB slots; built-in memory; brightness, color, and contrast controls; removable picture frames and any extra frames included; audio and video playback; audio and video connections; PC-to-device image transfer speeds; number and duration of slideshow timings; the ability to delete images; and handling of non-compatible image formats.

About This Brand
Kodak's series of picture frames includes OLED Wireless, Cordless, Décor, Wireless, Multimedia, and photo-only. The frames range in size from 5.6 to 10 inches.

About This Brand

Kodak's series of picture frames includes OLED Wireless, Cordless, Décor, Wireless, Multimedia, and photo-only. The frames range in size from 5.6 to 10 inches.

Features & Specs - Kodak PULSE 7"
Dimensions WxHxD (in.) Dimensions represents the size of the overall frame, measured to the nearest 10th of an inch. Dimensions WxHxD (in.)	7.5x6.1x1.0
Viewable display size (in.) Viewable display size is the size of the display screen, measured diagonally to the nearest 10th of an inch. Viewable display size (in.)	7
Display resolution Display resolution is as stated by the manufacturer. It's the number of pixels, horizontally by vertically, that the frame can display. Most 7- and 8-inch frames we tested have a pixel resolution of 800x600 or 800x480, which produces a visual resolution of about 100 pixels per inch. In our tests, most of those frames had good or very good picture quality. But when visual resolution went below 100 pixels per inch, picture quality was not as good. Display resolution	800x600
External memory formats External memory formats are the type of memory media the device can accept with a card reader. Those include Compact Flash (CF), Micro Drive (MD), Secure Digital (SD), Xtreme Digital (xD), MultiMedia Card (MMC), USB stick, and one or more of Memory Stick (MS) types-Memory Stick, PRO, Duo, and PRO Duo. External memory formats	SD, MMC, MS, xD, USB, MS PRO, MS PRO Duo,
Internal memory (MB) The total amount of non-removable memory that comes built into the device. Internal memory (MB)	512
USB computer interface USB computer interface shows whether the device has a full or mini USB port, USB 2.0, a slower USB 1.1, or no USB connection capability. USB computer interface	None
Aspect ratio The ratio of the width to the height of a graphic display, usually expressed by two integer numbers as in "16:9" or "16x9" (the aspect ratio of HDTV). Aspect ratio may also be expressed as a decimal, such as 1.78, with an implied ratio to one. The aspect ratio of a typical photo taken by a digital camera is 4:3 giving the image a "squarish" appearance while a 16x9 image gives an image a "widescreen" appearance. Aspect ratio	4:3
USB cable Includes a USB cable to connect the device to other USB-equipped devices such as a computer. USB cable	NA
Remote control The frame includes a remote control. Remote controls typically give control over common capabilities such as power, menu options, slideshow options, picture advance, and rotate. Remote control	No
Slideshow autostart Slideshow autostart means that the frame will immediately start presenting images in a slideshow when turned on. Slideshow autostart	Yes
Audio playback Audio playback indicates that the model can play back digital audio formats such as MP3 or WAV files either through its built-in speaker or a connector that allows you to connect an external audio device such as speakers or a set of headphones. Audio playback	No
Video playback This indicates that the model can play back digital video file formats such as MPEG-1, MPEG-4 or motion JPEG. Video playback	No
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Additional Information (The information below has been supplied by an external source.)

General Information
Manufacturer	Eastman Kodak Company
Manufacturer Website Address	www.kodak.com
Product Model	1338813
Product Name	1338813 PULSE Digital Photo Frame
Product Type	Digital Frame

User Reviews - Kodak PULSE 7"

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By lynn

from Lemoore, Ca

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Luv this

11/28/2011

Pros

Attractive Design

Clear Image

Easy Photo Upload

Easy To Use

Cons

Best Uses

Gift

Photography Display

Comment:

I got this for Mother's Day and have it on my counter. It has its own email making it easy to send pics from cell phones to the frame. I am not too computer literate but this is easy to use. I too, like it when pics just appear from others. I'm getting these for family for Christmas gifts.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

By zep4141

from Sacramento, CA

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Kodak PULSE 7

5/31/2011

Pros

Attractive Design

Clear Image

Cons

Best Uses

Desk

Gift

Home Decor

Photography Display

Store/Business Display

Comment:

We recieved this from our in-laws and they have sent us updated photo's on our neice's & nephew's. The Kodak PULSE is fun to watch and all of a sudden see new photo's from relatives appear on the screen while watching tv or something. It's kind of like dropping a Hello to family. I have downloaded a bunch of my photo's of past trip's and scenery. This is a must for families who live far apart and don't get to see one another that often.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

By JJB333

from Philly

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Can your frame do this?

4/18/2011

Pros

Class by itself

Easy Photo Upload

Quality Construction

Cons

Could confuse some

Best Uses

Gift

Sharing

Comment:

The content and behavior ( time on and off, transition slide show type, and photo library) are customizable through kodak web site. Very straightforward to use. I bought two gifts, one for my wife and one for my adult daughter who lives away. Snap a shot with the iphone and email it straight to each others frame. It automagically appears in fame minutes later. I bought three different model frames to carefully review each one; the kodak pulse was the obvious choice for me. This unit may not be as big 7- or as sharp (its really very sharp) as the highest rated here, but the real world way kodak supports the web site library makes this frame a stand out because of its support system. I can set it to go on and off at preset times from my ipad without getting off the couch. Can your frame do that?

How long have you owned it:

Three-to-six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

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