Tuesday 15 May 2012
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Tuesday 15 May 2012
Jason
The Indispensable Smartphone
A Study released recently shows people are using their mobile devices increasingly to settle a dispute, coordinate a meeting, find a restaurant or get emergency information.
The Pew Internet & American Life Project said 70% of a cell phone owners and 86% of smartphone owners have used their phones for one of seven key activities, which include solving an unexepected problem, getting directions or leaning score of a sporting events.
"Overall, these 'just-in-time' cell users, defined as anyone who as done one or more of the above actiities using their phone in the preceding 30 days, amount to 62% of the entire adult population."
The younger users are even more reliant on their mobile devices: 88% of those aged 18 - 29 had performed one of more of these activities in the past 30 days, compared with 76% of the age 30 -49 age group, 57% in the 50 -64 age group, and 46% of the 65 and above age group.
Some 31% of men use their phones to look up information that settles an argument or disagreement, compared with 22% of women, the study found.
The survey conducted between March 15 and April 3, 2012 among 2,254 adults found that 88 were cell phone owners and 46% had smart phones.
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The Pew Internet & American Life Project said 70% of a cell phone owners and 86% of smartphone owners have used their phones for one of seven key activities, which include solving an unexepected problem, getting directions or leaning score of a sporting events.
"Overall, these 'just-in-time' cell users, defined as anyone who as done one or more of the above actiities using their phone in the preceding 30 days, amount to 62% of the entire adult population."
The younger users are even more reliant on their mobile devices: 88% of those aged 18 - 29 had performed one of more of these activities in the past 30 days, compared with 76% of the age 30 -49 age group, 57% in the 50 -64 age group, and 46% of the 65 and above age group.
Some 31% of men use their phones to look up information that settles an argument or disagreement, compared with 22% of women, the study found.
The survey conducted between March 15 and April 3, 2012 among 2,254 adults found that 88 were cell phone owners and 46% had smart phones.
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Jason
GALAXY Tab 7.0 Plus Review
Samsung is a seasoned maker of Android maker of Android Tablets and it has hit the right notes with the Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus. This tablet is superior in many ways to the original 7in Galaxy Tab which was released in 2010. True with the name, the Tab Plus has a lot of enhancements which we will check out in this review.
Looking Good
Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus has a sleek and sexy brushed plastic body and even comes in three color schemes. The slim body make it easy to slip it into a cargo pants pocket or handbag, as well as to hold in one hand while operating.
Also, it's possible to make calls from the Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus without the aid of bluetooth handsfree kit, which is not possible with the original. However, putting a 7in Tablet next to your face and to talk may attract strange looks or a few chuckles. So, it may be best to stick to a Bluetooth handsfree kit for making calls. You can also make Video calls from the tab.
Bright and Clear
Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus has a PLS (plane to line switching) touchscreen panel with a resolution of 1,024 x 600-pixels. This type of panel is 10% brighter and offers a wider viewing angle of up to 2X compared to a standard screen. It also improves visibility hen viewing the screen under bright sunlight.
The tablet is powered by a 1.2GHz dual-core processor with 1GB RAM which made it a smooth experience. It is quick to launch apps, and is responsive to taps and swipes. There are occasional lags when switching orientation or swiping to other homescreens but they are bearable.
Like most tablet, it has WiFi, Bluetooth 3.0, accelerometer, digital compass, gyroscope and ambient light sensor.
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Looking Good
Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus has a sleek and sexy brushed plastic body and even comes in three color schemes. The slim body make it easy to slip it into a cargo pants pocket or handbag, as well as to hold in one hand while operating.
Also, it's possible to make calls from the Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus without the aid of bluetooth handsfree kit, which is not possible with the original. However, putting a 7in Tablet next to your face and to talk may attract strange looks or a few chuckles. So, it may be best to stick to a Bluetooth handsfree kit for making calls. You can also make Video calls from the tab.
Bright and Clear
Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus has a PLS (plane to line switching) touchscreen panel with a resolution of 1,024 x 600-pixels. This type of panel is 10% brighter and offers a wider viewing angle of up to 2X compared to a standard screen. It also improves visibility hen viewing the screen under bright sunlight.
The tablet is powered by a 1.2GHz dual-core processor with 1GB RAM which made it a smooth experience. It is quick to launch apps, and is responsive to taps and swipes. There are occasional lags when switching orientation or swiping to other homescreens but they are bearable.
Like most tablet, it has WiFi, Bluetooth 3.0, accelerometer, digital compass, gyroscope and ambient light sensor.
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Jason
Panasonic ECONAVI - Energy Saving Air-Conditioner
SAVE more energy the next time you switch on your air-conditioner. Panasonic's ECONAVI air-conditioners give you more energy savings with its Sunlight Intensity sensor. It has the ability to adjust cooling power based on sunlight intensity. When the sun is less intense, the sensor automatically lowers cooling power to save you more energy, money and environment.
It also senses human activity to self-adjust air flow and cooling power. It comes with in Inverter Deluxe, Inverter Standard and Deluxe models. See up to 35% less electricity usage with the ECONAVI and up to 50% less electricity usage with the intelligent inverter.
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It also senses human activity to self-adjust air flow and cooling power. It comes with in Inverter Deluxe, Inverter Standard and Deluxe models. See up to 35% less electricity usage with the ECONAVI and up to 50% less electricity usage with the intelligent inverter.
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Monday 14 May 2012
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Monday 14 May 2012
Jason
Samsung Galaxy S III (S3): Beauty At Your Fingertips
Following the hightly-successful Galaxy S2, doubbed as the mobile phone of the year 2011, Samsung Electronics Co Ltd has just announced its much anticipated successor, the GALAXY S3.
S3 has an eight-megapixel camera in the rear with flash and a 1.9-megapizel camera on the front. Both cameras are capable of recording HD video and have zero-shutter lag.
"It is designed to be both effortlessly smart and intuitively simple," said Shin J.K., president and head of IT and Mobile Communications Division at Samsung.
True enough, the Galaxy S3 is built to enhance the interaction experience between the device and user.It is smart enough to detect your face, voice and motion with Samsung's innovative"Smart Stay" features; its front camera identifies your eyes as you read or web-browse and maintains a bright display for continued viewing pleasure.
Samsung Galaxy S3, running on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich is also able to understand your motion. S3's "Direct Call" can dial the number of the person you are messaging when you lift your phone to your ear. Furthermore, the "Smart Alert" feature in the phone will spur vibrations to missed notifications when picked up after being left idle.
Samsung Galaxy S III (S3) Hands-On Review [S
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The nifty device, poweredby a beasty quad-core processor in tis belly, features a massive 4.8 inch HD Super AMOLED display for the most exquisite viewing experience.
"It is designed to be both effortlessly smart and intuitively simple," said Shin J.K., president and head of IT and Mobile Communications Division at Samsung.
True enough, the Galaxy S3 is built to enhance the interaction experience between the device and user.It is smart enough to detect your face, voice and motion with Samsung's innovative"Smart Stay" features; its front camera identifies your eyes as you read or web-browse and maintains a bright display for continued viewing pleasure.
Samsung Galaxy S3, running on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich is also able to understand your motion. S3's "Direct Call" can dial the number of the person you are messaging when you lift your phone to your ear. Furthermore, the "Smart Alert" feature in the phone will spur vibrations to missed notifications when picked up after being left idle.
Additionally, the Galaxy S3 also features "S Voice" , which listen and responds to your words - from your telling the phone alarm to "snooze" to instructing it to play your favourite songs and send messages. You can also share movie and music files blazingly fast by simply touching another Galaxy S3 without WiFi or cellular signal.
The latest addition to the Samsung Galaxy S family also sports a range of additional features to boot. It features "Pop Up Play" that allows you to play a video anywhere on your screen while simutaneously running other tasks.
"Burst Shot" funtion in S3 allows you to instantly capture 20 continuous shots while the "Best Photo" helps you select the best of eight photographs.
Samsung Galaxy S III (S3) Hands-On Review [S
Usability aside, Samsung Galaxy S3 is a good-looker. Its pebble-shape design concept based on the flow and movement of nature provides uders and ergonomic and comfortable experience with a comfortable grip, gentle curves, and an organic form.
The Samsung Galaxy S3 will be available from the end of May in Europe before hitting thr markets globally, It is available in Pebble Blue and Marble White and is set to come in a variety of additional color options.
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Jason
Panasonic Lumix DMC - TZ30 Review
The TZ30 is the replacement for the outgoing TZ30 from Penasonic, featuring an increased zoom range from 16X to 20X. The mode dial is slightly off-center instead of being located on the right end with normal cameras. As such,you will probably be more comfortable with having both hands on the camera.
The TZ30 sports a power switch, rather than a power button. Right beside the shutter release button is the video record button which makes it easy to start recording a movie, just by shifting your index finder. The TZ30 sports aperture, shutter priority and manual modes, so users have the freedom of choice to shoot in a manner that best suits the ocassion.
Last but not least, the TZ30 sports a touchscreen!
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The TZ30 sports a power switch, rather than a power button. Right beside the shutter release button is the video record button which makes it easy to start recording a movie, just by shifting your index finder. The TZ30 sports aperture, shutter priority and manual modes, so users have the freedom of choice to shoot in a manner that best suits the ocassion.
Last but not least, the TZ30 sports a touchscreen!
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