The first 3D phone is here, courtesy of HTC, and really is a massive step in mobile technology. The device has a HD touch screen that is perfect for viewing all the 3D content you want.
You can view 3D movies, 3D YouTube clips or even your own 3D photos, and, the best part is, you don’t have to wear 3D glasses to get the full effect. This is thanks to special stereoscopic technology that the device has inside its high-resolution 4.3″ display.
Amazingly you can choose to take picture or videos in 2D or 3D with a flick of a switch on the side of the device. The 2D, 5 Megapixel camera allows for a good quality images and the HD 720p video recorder allows you to capture amazing 3D footage. This can then be shared to Facebook, or made into a 3D masterpiece with the new 3D Youtube channel, and then shared for the world to enjoy.
For all of this to work, what’s under the hood of the device is highly important. The Evo 3D has a speedy 1.2GHz dual core processor, has a bigger battery for longer usage time and has the latest versions of Android and HTC Sense. The device is fast and smart and, with the new HTC Sense 3.0 active lockscreen, you are able to quickly jump between your phones applications such as message and your camera. Continue reading »
LCD TV
Advantages:
- LCD screens do not reflect light like a plasma screen might. LCD TVs are backlit which means they naturally block out any outside light which make them fantastic for natural light viewing scenarios.
- You can buy LCD Tvs in a wide range of sizes, usually in between 22-50”. Plasma screens tend to be larger because of the technology involved in the screens, so you can have more versatility when choosing a size. You can buy LCD TVs in over 100 sizes.
- LCD TVs use less electricity to function than other types of TV, so if you’re trying to cut down on your electricity usage an LCD screen might be for you.
Disadvantages:
- Screen refreshing rates on LCD TVs aren’t as frequent as those on plasma. This means that motion blur may become apparent when watching fast movements on the screen. This tends to be on larger screens though, so you may not notice it if you have a screen which is 35” or less.
- The contrast and brightness of LCD TVs tend to be duller than other types of TV. LCD’s have trouble showing black because of the LCD panel. This may mean that images may be less crisp than they could be.
- LCD TVs could potentially have pixel failure, meaning that you could have areas of the screen which don’t work. This is very unlikely in high quality LCD TV models, but it’s worth taking into consideration when choosing a TV type for yourself.
Summer holidays are personal to individuals; some like sightseeing in the world’s famous capital cities and getting to grips culture and history. Others prefer to take time out to do some serious relaxation. Whatever type of holiday you choose you will always need to be armed with travel gadgets, which is why we’ve put together this list of travel gadgets to help you chose which tech to take in your suitcase this summer…
Canon PowerShot D10
Are you going on a beach holiday? If you’re into swimming in the sea and exploring what’s underneath the surface, you’ll want to take some photos. Many package holidays now offer scuba diving excursions, visits to the local water park and the chance to swim with different sea life. To make the most of this you’ll need a waterproof camera, like the Canon PowerShot D10. This camera can function up to 10m underwater and can take excellent quality shots. It’s also nice and compact and will take quality shots out of water, meaning you don’t need to take a range of digital cameras in your suitcase.
Amazon Kindle
Do you buy your holiday reading in the airport? Do you find that you get your paperbacks soggy from pool/sea water? For holiday reading, nothing is better suited than the Amazon Kindle. The Kindle gives you access to more than 550,000 books, many of which you can get cheaper than the print price. The screen has been especially designed so you get no glare from the sun, and the battery lasts for up to one month when it is fully charged (and Wi-Fi is switched off), meaning you don’t even have to take the charger with you. The great thing about the Kindle when being used for travel is that it is very light and will save a considerable amount of space in your luggage. Continue reading »
During the last decade, we have seen the way we listen to music change dramatically, including the way we buy music, store music and even our attitude to music. The music industry has been revolutionised by a tiny device called the iPod, which is small enough to fit in your pocket. Since its launch in 2001, music has never been the same. Here is how the iPod has changed so much in the last ten years…
How we buy music:
Before: Pre digital music and the introduction of iTunes in 2003, we would have to physically go out to the shops to buy our music. Music shops were thriving, as this was by far the most popular way to get hold of the latest CD album or single, although ordering online was becoming more popular by the day too. CD’s were amongst the most popular gift selections, and we often had a few CD ‘wish lists’ around Christmas time that we would subtly drop hints about. Part of the lure of buying CD’s was their cases and artwork, which was seen as being as valuable as the CD.
Now: Nearly a decade later, many of the most famous high street music stores have ceased to trade, meaning that there are only a few of the big chain shops left for us to browse for music in. Now we don’t even have to get dressed to buy music; simply log on to your computer and your album or single can be downloaded within minutes. With iTunes saving your bank account details you don’t even have to enter them, making downloading music possible by the click of a button. With the introduction of the iPhone, you can now download music on the go via you iPhone, which doubles up as an iPod too. This is convenient for those always on the go. Continue reading »
Apple products have revolutionised the way we see and purchase consumer electronics: devices are now as much about fashion and fun as they are about practicality. Many naturally want to buy computers, tablets and phones from Mac for these reasons as well as their sturdy design and fantastic performance. But before you rush out to the Apple store there are a few things to consider as it is possible to get these products for a lot cheaper than the retail price: you just need to do some planning to take advantage of iPhone 4 deals and the like.
Apple releases its products in cycles – normally year long ones. If you pay attention to the timing of when they send out new things you can get older models at much cheaper prices. For instance when the iPhone 4 was released the 3GS version became available for approximately half price – snapping up these deals is a great idea as the ‘older’ version will still be quite new.
If you are a student it is also possible to save a bit of money on your shiny new Apple product. You can normally knock off 10% of the price of a computer or an iPhone just by demonstrating that you are going to college or university – search online for their educational discounts to see what you are entitled to. Continue reading »
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