Tech+Gadgets
What is lomography photography?
Posted on January 2, 2012 | COMMENT (1)
Ranging from an art form and a style of photography, to a cultural phenomenon, lomography is a legendary element of photographic history.
First established in the 1990s, the culture of lomography was developed by a group of young Austrians who stumbled across an old Soviet toy-style camera in Prague in the Czech…
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Make your phone battery last longer
Posted on January 2, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Just like a car with a low tank of petrol, your mobile phone needs regular ‘refuelling’. Taking extra care to extend your phone’s battery time will enable you to not only use your phone for longer, but it will also extend the life your phone’s battery…
Lo-fi Micro Lens camera technology
Posted on January 2, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
In the early days of photography, before the invention of sharp and crisp digital technology, film images captured subjects in a slightly whimsical and blurry focus. Capturing the creative and old-school charm of film photography, the manual Lo-fi Micro Lens gives digital photos a creative and somewhat vintage appearance.
Designed for use on a micro 4/3…
2lmx luxury international watch
Posted on January 2, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
A fashion statement as well as a functional accessory – a watch can enhance an outfit, whilst performing the important function of telling the time. Based in Switerland – one of the world’s international hubs for luxury-watch manufacturing – watch designer Arnaud Tellier has produced an interesting and scientific-based watch. Inspired by Arnaud’s background as…
What is voice-activation software?
Posted on January 2, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Whilst the simple touch of button can be very helpful when completing a task, a spoken command can be even simpler. A recent breed of modern technology, voice-activation software is set to revolutionise modern communication.
Voice activation (also referred to as speech activation) allows a device (such as a mobile phone…
An innovative urban beehive
Posted on January 2, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
The production of honey is a million-year-old naturally occurring phenomenon. A staple ingredient in pantries, cafes and restaurants around the world, honey is usually bought from the supermarket or local market. Keeping bees at home and producing your own honey…
A guide to iCloud computing technology
Posted on January 2, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
With the invention of bookshelves for books, wardrobes for clothes, and pantries for produce, it would seem that everyday life has no excuse to veer towards an unorganised state. In reality, feeling organised is not always easy to achieve. When it comes to managing and storing technology, a few simple hints and tricks can come in handy. A storage…
A guide to buying tech online this Christmas
Posted on December 5, 2011 | COMMENT (1)
With a strong Aussie dollar and Christmas only three weeks away, many of us are turning to online stores to buy our tech. While it will save you money in the short term, there are some things to consider before hitting ‘proceed’ on that credit card transaction.
1. How thorough is your research?…
What is 4G?
Posted on December 5, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Synonymous with recent mobile phone technology, the buzzword 4G stands for ‘fourth generation’ wireless. An extension of first-, second- and third-generation technology (1G, 2G and 3G), the arrival of 4G is set to revolutionise wireless and mobile technology, by providing vast improvements on 3G…
Intuitive temperature control for your home
Posted on December 5, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Have you ever found yourself sitting in a stifling room, peeling layer after layer of clothing off in a fluster, growing slowly agitated and red in the face?
A good remedy to this is to install a thermostat.
First invented in the late 19th century, the thermostat controls a system’s temperature, ensuring that houses, hotels, cars and countless…
Make your phone battery last longer
Posted on January 2, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Just like a car with a low tank of petrol, your mobile phone needs regular ‘refuelling’. Taking extra care to extend your phone’s battery time will enable you to not only use your phone for longer, but it will also extend the life your phone’s battery…
Take a photography course
Posted on April 12, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
When it comes to taking professional-quality photographs, there is a lot more to the process than simply setting the camera to auto mode. If you have ever wanted to learn more about the different features on your camera, photo composition, lighting, or how to use programs such as Photoshop, you could consider taking…
Looxcie Camcorder
Posted on January 3, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Video footage can capture life’s most precious moments. From tears of joy at a wedding, to a budding sports player’s first soccer goal, from a puppy’s first journey to the beach, to graduation celebrations – a video camera…
Toggle Remote
Posted on October 3, 2011 | COMMENTS (2)
In many cases, the simplest ideas can lead to some of the most innovative designs. Starting with the goal to combine several remote devices into one unit, the Toggle multi-mode touch remote by Seattle-based firm Carbon Design Group is an intuitive device that is surprisingly…
Razorpit
Posted on March 1, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
It can sometimes feel like you are throwing good money after bad constantly buying replacement cartridges for a razor, but unless you are willing to accept a less-than-close shave after a few uses, it is an annoying necessity. Well, at least that was the case until the Razorpit hit the shelves. The Razorpit is not a blade sharpener. It is a blade cleaner that removes dirt, residue and…
Switching to Digital TV
Posted on February 11, 2011 | COMMENTS (2)
You may have started to see the ads on TV and in the newspapers where over the next 3 years, the Australian Government is planning to phase out the analogue television signal. This means that every household will need to switch over before the analogue signal is switched off or face a future with no television. So why is the government…
A guide to iCloud computing technology
Posted on January 2, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
With the invention of bookshelves for books, wardrobes for clothes, and pantries for produce, it would seem that everyday life has no excuse to veer towards an unorganised state. In reality, feeling organised is not always easy to achieve. When it comes to managing and storing technology, a few simple hints and tricks can come in handy. A storage…
Samba X5
Posted on September 6, 2010 | COMMENTS (0)
The Samba is a popular Latin dance that sets pulses racing because it is fast, sultry and uncomplicated, just like the latest electric jetski from Silveria. The Samba X5 is small and lightweight (weighing in at only 90 kilograms) with extreme agility, control and acrobatic capabilities. The Samba is ridden in a motorcycle crouch, making it…
Fuente Pure bicycle
Posted on November 1, 2010 | COMMENT (1)
The Fuente Pure bicycle by Gazelle takes bike riding back to basics. This hybrid bike may help you to remember what it is like to just enjoy riding your bike without the fuss, the stress or the need to don Lycra pants…
Samsung’s answer to the iPad
Posted on November 25, 2010 | COMMENTS (0)
With the advances made in technology in just a couple of decades, the hand-held computer is revolutionising the way we interact with our computers. The Galaxy Tab is an Android™ tablet handset and laptop packed into the size of a daily planner and has hit the market as a rival to the Apple iPad.…
