Reviews
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Samsung Unveils New Black Edition Galaxy S4 And Galaxy S4 Mini
Samsung Electronics today introduced new Black Edition versions of the Galaxy S4 and S4 mini. These new editions are the latest in Samsung’s effort to build on its commitment to deliver innovative technology with premium design choices. Both the Galaxy S4 and S4 mini Black Editions sport a high-quality leather-like textured black back cover and bezel. In addition, the Black Edition devices come preloaded with a suite of eight dedicated wallpapers for both the home and lock screens as well as several new and exclusive ringtones. This is interesting, we’re expecting Samsung to announce the Galaxy ‘S5’ at Mobile World Congress later this month. The Galaxy S4 was developed…
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Samsung Galaxy NotePro – Available To Purchase In The UK From Today
Samsung announced that from today, customers in the UK can now buy the Galaxy NotePRO 12.2 from selected retailers including Carphone Warehouse and John Lewis, as well as the Samsung Experience Store at Westfield Stratford City. The Galaxy NotePRO 12.2 is the first device from Samsung’s new PRO tablet range to hit stores. Featuring the world’s first 12.2-inch WQXGA widescreen (16:10) display, the Galaxy NotePRO 12.2 has a defined screen and crystal-clear display making it the perfect device whether you want to create or consume content. Redefining Samsung’s tablet offering, the Galaxy NotePRO 12.2 comes in a sleek and stylish design and boasts a great performance thanks to a super-fast…
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Are Smartphones Comparable to Compacts & DSLRs – Kevin Carter Takes A Look Via DxOMark
Kevin Carter our Head of Technical Hardware as well as the Lead Technical Editor for DxOMark and the British Journal of Photography among others, recently pitched the Nokia Lumia 1020 sensor against various DSLR’s and compact cameras to try and decipher whether mobiles really are comparable in terms of image quality. Kevin says, “recent media reports claim that sales of digital compacts have been hit hard by the increasing popularity of the smartphone, and, as a result, several camera manufacturers have ceased production of low-end models. With their convenience and connectivity along with the emergence of social media sites it’s not difficult to see why a smartphone would be more…
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Nokia Lumia 1020’s RAW Image Quality – DxOMark/Kevin Carter Takes A Look
Kevin Carter our Head of Technical Hardware as well as the Lead Technical Editor for DxOMark and the British Journal of Photography among others, recently tested the Nokia Lumia 1020’s RAW Image quality. DPReview use Kevin’s scientific data in their reviews, as they say here, ‘With the device now capturing images in DNG Raw format our partners at DxOMark have been able to put the Lumia 1020 through its Raw-based sensor testing and compared it to hundreds of cameras in its database. Considering that we are looking at a smartphone, the results are pretty interesting. With a DxOMark sensor score of 41 points, the Nokia 1020 ranks 222 out of…
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Samsung Galaxy NotePRO and TabPRO Series Raise the Bar for Tablet Experience at CES 2014
Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., announces the Samsung Galaxy NotePRO and TabPRO line of tablets, setting a new standard of mobile excellence, equipped with innovative and meaningful technology. Sporting four powerful devices in the line-up – the Galaxy NotePRO (12.2), TabPRO (12.2, 10.1, 8.4), Samsung’s Galaxy tablet portfolio redefines what a tablet can do. Simon Stanford, Vice President of IT & Mobile Division, Samsung Electronics UK and Ireland, said: “We created the Galaxy NotePRO and TabPRO series to kick off a year in which Samsung truly establishes its leadership in the tablet market. This new line offers the best in media consumption and productivity, combining the industry’s best viewing experience in…
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Apogee Announces New MiC 96k for iOS and Mac
Apogee Electronics is pleased to introduce MiC 96k, a professional digital microphone for iPad, iPhone and Mac. Use MiC 96k to record vocals, voice overs, acoustic guitar, piano, drums or anything in-between. Inspired by the most revered and classic microphones in history, MiC 96k is designed to sound amazing and be easy for anyone to use with their iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Mac. Introduced in 2011, the original MiC has become the mobile microphone of choice for both aspiring and professional artists looking for that big-studio sound. The new MiC 96k, which features the same look and portable form factor as the original, now provides the ability to make…
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LG G2 Review – DxO Mark/Kevin Carter Take a Look
Kevin Carter our Head of Technical Hardware as well as the Lead Technical Editor for DxOMark and the British Journal of Photography among others, recently as tested the LG G2 smartphone. DPReview use Kevin’s scientific data in their reviews, as they say here, ‘We have added DxOMark Mobile’s report to our camera review of the LG G2. The report includes DxO Lab’s usual industrial-quality scientific measurements. Their imaging experts have analyzed 14 aspects of mobile imaging including detailed image quality assessment, flash performance, autofocus reliability and more to calculate a final score’. Take a look at the DxO link here for Kevin’s review and interesting camera capability findings. To read…
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New – Techxar Photo Video Light For iPhone Mobile Photography
Techxar TX1 Photo Video Light addresses two major Apple iPhone shortcomings: camera performance in low light setting and battery life. The iPhone’s built-in LED flash is relatively under-powered. Even if it is switched on, iPhone’s pin-hole camera is only sufficient for taking photos and videos within close range in the dark. The powerful LED light of Techxar TX1 significantly improves the image quality over the iPhone built-in LED for photo taking and video recording. Its optically enhanced 250-lumen light output turns night into day enabling mobile photography possible in all light settings. You will finally be able to take photos and record videos of people and objects beyond 6 feet…
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Apple US Offering Gift Cards With Black Friday Deals – Apple UK Offering Direct Discounts
Well, it seems that different Apple stores around the world are offering slightly different deals this Black Friday. In the US, Apple are offer Gift Cards to relieve the full price on some of their products. Examples include a $75 gift card offered with a $499 iPad Air. In the UK things are slightly different today, you will receive a direct saving instead. So, you can pick up an £399 iPad Air for £368, a saving in your pocket of £31. Check out all the savings from these links below: UK Apple Store US Apple Store US Apple Store UK Apple Store
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New Gold olloclip 4-in-1 and a Black Friday Special
Exciting! Olloclip have released a new 4-in-1 iPhone Lens in Gold and Space Gray to complement your respective iPhone 5s. The barrels are crafted from anodized aircraft grade aluminum. The olloclip 4-in-1 has beautifully chamfered edges which surround in the new multi-element, precision ground optics. These models are available in limited quantity only but are available to order today with a special 10% discount, which is redeemable against any product from their range from now until the end of Cyber Monday, December 2, 2013. Just enter the coupon code below on their order page here. Coupon code: CYBERMONDAY13
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