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Reality TV is not all that modern a phenomenon. The very first reality TV show was Candid Camera by Allen Funt which was telecast in 1948. The show caught people in embarrassing, funny and light hearted moments. The unknowing participants also seemed to be amused as it was revealed that they were on Candid Camera.

Amusing reality shows like Candid Camera of old days and the present day shows are like chalk and cheese. What remains common is that reality TV has grown with television and has amused millions of television viewers throughout the years.

But even the concepts of catching ordinary people in embarrassing situations are sometimes taken to the extremes. Shows like MTV Bakra remain humorous to the people who are watching it, but social experts often challenge whether the emotional trauma that a participant goes through is justified in the name of entertainment. Modern day reality shows resemble Roman arenas where gladiators fight each other to the death while the crowd cheered on. The creature comforts of the modern world do not seemed to have dulled our bloodlust.

The participants of Candid Camera were caught in embarrassing moments, but their privacy and dignity were protected. No one was hurt. The show was aired when Americans wanted uncomplicated, simple, non-controversial and entertaining programs to be broadcasted into their homes.

The revolution in personal freedom, and the total disdain for the morally superior, virtuous airs was the hallmark of 1960’s. Drug use, the sexual revolution and the anti war movement gained momentum and the mantra was to ‘tell it like it is’. Personal expression to the extent that nothing was held back was the defining characteristic of this time. This was also reflected in TV shows which became more explicit, violent and unforgiving.

The early 1970s saw the reality show “An American Family,” where the public watched an average American family go about their daily lives. The closest that we have come to in India where the personal life of a family or individual is followed, is Rakhee Sawant’s Swayamvar. But the show was quite evidently staged and exaggerated beyond belief just for TRP ratings.

Reality TV changed again to contestants competing against each other to win money or love. They were also eating worms and beetles, being caged with snakes and rats and travelling around the world in an attempt to win big bucks. Competitiveness, materialism and extreme aggressiveness now define the reality TV shows of today.

There are several shows like the Indian Idol, modeled on American Idol, which have a huge fan base. The participants are seemingly given a great chance to have a shot at fame and fortune.

What really goes on during such reality shows is a closely kept secret. Well, it has been a closely kept secret. But not anymore. Australian author Vaughn Alaine-Marshall, in his novel Überstar talks about what happens behind-the-scenes of the world’s biggest reality shows. Many contestants broke the confidentiality agreement to tell their story and Alaine-Marshall has done justice to the trust that they have placed in him in this revealing novel.

What the author learnt during the interviews was that the bullying and taunting that happens onstage is just a small glimpse of what really goes on. Überstar is an account of the experiences of several reality show contestants from whom he interviewed after a close family friend who participated in a reality show poured out her heart to him.

Alaine-Marshall’s debut novel provides a new perspective on reality TV. Read this book if you are a reality show fan or you can’t stand the airwaves they travel through…

VAIC T800 cell phone is a quad band cell phone,vaic t800 support tv,and with zoomer lens,9.0 Mega pixel camera, 2.0 mp web camera . t800 cell phone HighlightQuad band:850/900/1800/1900MHz support TV mobile zoomer lens,9.0 Mega pixel camera, 2.0 mp web camera support, vaic cell phoneDual sim card dual standby Specificationanguage: spanish, portuguese, english, German, France etc.. vaic t800 mobile Colour: Black, silver, gold Quad band:850/900/1800/1900MHz Unlimited expansinon T-FLASH cards support TV mobile Dual sim card dual standby support Fm radio vaic t800 phoneFC game Simulator,Large capactity Infinite downloading zoomer lens,9.0 Mega pixel camera, 2.0 mp web camera support, it is better than t800i Double BT,Double T flash support 3.0high qvga flat screen 3D spesker,Dolby stereo Ringtone: 64 chord; Ringtone format: Mp3, midi Music: Play mp3 at background, equalizer, bluetooth stereo and remote control Video: 3GP, MP4, support to play in full screen, Support 320*240 play FM radio: FM stereo, can play outside directly with earphone Bluetooth 2.0 Dual speakers, stereo sound Ultra long waits for an opportunity Supported GPRS,WAP and MMSAccessories:TWO Li-Ion Batteries Power Adaptor USB Data Cable Ear phones English Manual 1GB TF Card

2.0 mp web camera support, it is better than t800i Double BT,Double T flash support 3.0high qvga flat screen 3D spesker,Dolby stereo Ringtone: 64 chord; Ringtone format: Mp3, midi Music: Play mp3 at background, equalizer, bluetooth stereo and remote control Video: 3GP, MP4, support to play in full screen, Support 320*240 play FM radio: FM stereo, can play outside directly with earphone Bluetooth 2.0 Dual speakers, stereo sound Ultra long waits for an opportunity Supported GPRS,WAP and MMSAccessories:TWO Li-Ion Batteries Power Adaptor USB Data Cable Ear phones English Manual 1GB TF Card

Not any more than a year ago, having a built in TV on an unlocked, dual sim phone was a pretty big deal. Today, that is no longer true. Analog television is almost a standard feature on many knock off phones.

Another feature that is evolving on the clones is the built in digital camera. When the clones first came out, many got by on a 1.3 mega pixel camera. Eventually, a 3.0 mega pixel and web cam became the gold standard. Today, there are a few models with 5.0 mega pixels, 3 X zoom (with protruding telephoto lens) and advanced editing features. Some even have dual cameras, with a lower MP camera on the front and a zooming, very high quality camera on the back.

The new T730 mobile phone is a perfect example of this. This one is dual sim and works on GSM-900 and GSM-1800 bands which are often used in Australia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. It is loaded with features like web browsing, WAP , GPRS ,MP3/ MP4, standby dual sim slots, an e-book reader, built in television, FM radio, and Bluetooth. You can download more than 2000 PPC 3D / JAVAQQ / PPC QQ games for the phone.

As a parent, I really value this camera because it means even if I’m taking photos or video for which I really care about the quality and clarity, I don’t need to bring my regular camera. The camera on this phone is every bit as good as my regular, stand alone model.

Also often overlooked on this phone is its texting, messaging ease of use.

 t730 dual cards phone has a full keyboard and scroll bar with real, raised keys (as opposed to texting on a touch screen which many people just don’t like.) The keys are firm, but fast.

Price wise, the T730 mobile phone is running in the  $80 dollar range. I feel this is very reasonable as the camera alone is worth that price, not to mention the MP3/ MP4 player, built in TV, and other features.