Tech+Gadgets
Q Fan
Posted on April 4, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
For those who sit behind a desk all day, a steady breeze from a desk fan can be a welcome refreshment. In many cases though, desk fans can be chunky and unappealing to the eye. A desk fan that fuses…
For those who sit behind a desk all day, a steady breeze from a desk fan can be a welcome refreshment. In many cases though, desk fans can be chunky…
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Meridian Sooloos
Posted on April 4, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Music is becoming increasingly easier to access and transfer, and computers and portable music players are now offering more storage than ever. The result of these two technological advances is that many people now have much larger music collections.
While having access to such a vast array of music can be a…
Handpresso
Posted on April 4, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
The thing about coffee is that once you have tasted it fresh, made by filtering water through ground beans, it can be hard to go back to drinking instant coffee granules. Unfortunately, for coffee drinkers, it is difficult to enjoy a good-quality coffee during an early morning hiking trip or whilst on a camping holiday. For coffee-loving nomads, the Handpresso has…
iPad 2
Posted on April 4, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
With technology advancing at such a rapid pace, new generations of technology driven products are often released, but usually not quite as quickly as the second-generation iPad. Just slightly less than one year since Apple’s first tablet computer, the iPad, was released in the United States, the iPad 2 is now being offered to the public.
At…
Photojojo iPhone Lens
Posted on April 4, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
As mobile phone technology has become more advanced, the quality of mobile phone cameras has gradually increased with it. But when conditions aren’t perfect for photography, some photos taken on a mobile phone can still be either too blurry, too dark, or over exposed.
Negating the need to always…
What’s the latest in SD technology?
Posted on April 4, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Secure Digital (SD as it’s commonly referred to) technology has improved the way we capture our everyday lives providing the easy storage of photos and videos direct to a small card that can be transported easily onto your computer, into a photo kiosk etc. Until now, most SD cards have had a maximum capacity of 32 GB (SDHC – Secure Digital High Capacity). The successor of SDHC format is called SDXC (Secure Digital Extended…
The Shelby Watch
Posted on April 4, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
In 1968 automotive designer and race driver Carroll Shelby produced the iconic Shelby EXP500 automobile prototype, which is now fondly referred to as the ‘Green Hornet’. Still highly regarded amongst car enthusiasts, the Green Hornet’s groundbreaking technology included independent rear suspension and Conelec fuel injection.
A watch that reflects the performance and design aesthetics of the…
Logitech Rechargeable Speaker S315i
Posted on March 2, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
The Logitech S315i is a deceptively powerful little unit, which produces a rich sound for playing music around the home or in the great outdoors. The speaker dock’s compact design and light weight makes it easy to take with you to picnics and parties or from room to room in your home.
But it’s no…
Razer speakers
Posted on March 1, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Razer has launched its new pocket-sized, ultra-portable stereo gaming speakers and, for something so small, they pack a pretty powerful punch. The design of the Razer Ferox twin-portable speakers offers 360 degree omnidirectional acoustics. This means you no longer need to be glued to the front of your speakers to get…
HP TouchPad
Posted on March 1, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Almost one year after Apple released the iPad, HP has announced its TouchPad. The TouchPad will be the first tablet on the market running WebOS, the operating system HP acquired in its purchase of Palm last year. In size and weight, the TouchPad…
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…
Waterproof your smart phone
Posted on March 5, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
An unfortunate encounter with water can mean the end of your mobile phone. Designed to protect contemporary mobile phones from an untimely and watery demise, a special waterproofing coating may come in handy when your mobile comes in contact with water.
A scientifically tested…
5 useful laptop accessories
Posted on March 5, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Helpful, handy and portable, a laptop can transform your everyday computing habits. To enhance your overall laptop use, here are five handy laptop accessories that you might find useful when setting up your computer:
- A case for your laptop. Designed to
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…
How to clean your computer screen
Posted on April 2, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Just like the windows in your own home, your car windscreen and the glasses resting on your face, your computer screen can gather streaks, marks and dust. To extend the life of your computer or laptop and keep it in good shape, ensure that you are regularly cleaning it.
A computer screen, in particular, needs thorough cleaning…
A guide to using public WiFi
Posted on May 7, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Public WiFi is a very handy creation in that it enables access to the internet, regardless of your location. At the same time, public WiFi can be dangerous as it can allow others sharing the internet to access private information.
There are a number of ways to increase your…
Clear your computer’s hard drive
Posted on April 2, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
If you are disposing of an old computer, or just want to upgrade programs, it is essential for safety that you wipe clear your computer’s hard drive. These store a range of personal information such as passwords, personal documents, credit card numbers and even medical documentation. All of these can be retrieved and used by the next…
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…
