July - Blog Posts

Samsung has launched a new Level premium audio sets

Samsung has released its new level of audio hardware, which consists of 4 new devices developed under the mark of premium quality. New offer grants the customer new superior comfort including clear sound effect and long endurance of work.

All four gadgets use simple names in order to let the functions speak for themselves. The leader is an ear-over headphone called Level Over featuring Active Noise Cancellation, touch screens for quick control and wireless Bluetooth pairing. The device will cost $349.99, having better sound deepness thanks to a 50mm Dynamic Driver made of Neodymium having a 30% more power than simple magnets.

Another device is Level On headphones, which, as you already guessed, should be put on the ears. It is wired, but does not lose in sound quality comparing to above flagship. It will cost you $179.99, which is much nicer comparing to its wireless friend. Level In ear buds are designed to cover all levels of music aspects using its powerful three-way speaker, immersing you with a deep sound having a small size. Little buddies will cost you $149.99, but for sure will become useful for every music lover.

And the biggest brother Level Box is a Bluetooth speaker, granting you up to 15 hours of non-stop playback through rechargeable battery. The speaker has its own microphone built-in for online conversations. Speaker will cost you $169.99 packed with quick control buttons on the device and NFC set for immediate connection with your smartphone.

The line of four new gadgets is available at stores, moreover it can be ordered through Gilt.com, Amazon and Samsung web-site itself.

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Kinect for Windows is already on the doorsteps

Love your PC? And don’t want to betray it with other game consoles like Xbox? No need to change it – just upgrade it with a new Kinect V2 for Windows! Wave your hands and leap to the top right in front of your screen, which by the way is good for your health.

The sensor owns better 3D capabilities and a range wider than the first Kinect. The device captures 1080p high-definition video even in the dark thanks to infrared detector inside. And if the original Kinect could recognize only two persons, the upgraded one is detecting up to six different faces.

Kinect is stretching the gap between itself and Xbox, as they are proposing game creators to develop new app ideas for Windows sensor, as well as other non-gaming projects, such as interpreting the language of signs and even remote handling of a real helicopter.

The standalone Kinect for Xbox One will be available October 7 for $149.99. Any demanding customer may ask why the price is so high, but one is known for sure, that you will not realize it until you try it. If you buy the Kinect and Xbox One separately then it'll cost $549.99, that is $50 more than the Xbox One together with Kinect.

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Control your home temperature on the distance with the new WiFi smartAC kit

We have already seen a new GE + Quirky Aros air conditioner on the shelves. But replacing a whole air conditioner at home for something smarter is expensive and bickering.

Don't start to panic if you have firmly decided to bring another smart idea in your home surrounding, as a new WiFi SmartAC kit was designed especially for you by connecting it with your existing air-conditioner and WiFi. The plug-in module is inserted between your A/C unit and a wall outlet being controlled via simple mobile app to manage your cooling system remotely.

Additional benefits include such features as consumed energy control, setting on/off schedules and low energy efficiency while not at home. The thermostat allows you to have a regular watch on the climate in your room or office. Its measuring capabilities can hold the temperature in a range of 1 or 2 degrees from the one that you desire and can be customized through the software.

If you are out on the holidays, just turn it on one hour before coming back and your return will be more joyful and comfortable. Just imagine yourself after a hot journey thorough out a volcano entering a frost lair of Yeti.

So if you like the remote control idea, which doesn’t bind you to a certain place, you can afford it now just for $119.99 during special summer offer, which is held for a limited time. The original price will be $139.99, so don’t wait until it comes.

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Amazon Fire Phone burns with goodies

Fire Phone is not another budget device of the company wishing to commence another business, but a well stuffed device with Dynamic Perspective, which can adjust 3D image on the screen considering your eyes and head position.

Another mysterious option is FireFly, which can capture and recognize printed phone numbers, e-mail and web-site addresses and one more marvelous idea – there is dedicated camera hardware key - press once to turn it on and twice to take a shot, which can be thrown directly to free unlimited photo storage on Amazon Cloud Drive, which makes it clicking forever. Fire smartphone runs on its own version of Android, Fire OS 3.5.0, which was written from the ground up for providing a new exponential user experience.

The smartphone has a Gorilla Glass 3 on both sides making it well-protected and comfortable to use by a single hand. A well-known 4.7-inch screen with a resolution of 1280x720 (315 ppi) is coming together with an ambient light sensor and Dynamic Image Contrast. Buttons are made of aluminum and stainless steel details and are rubberized with polyurethane grip and beneath it a 2.2GHz quad-core processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 800, Adreno 330 graphics and 2GB of RAM sit still and ready for action.

Fire Phone features a custom-tuned 13MP camera system assembled with OIS and a powerful five-element wide aperture f/2.0 lens. The front camera is a 2.1MP-er. Both can capture video in 1080p format at 30 fps. Though the battery has only 2,400mAh of battery capacity the release notes state that the Fire has 285 hours of standby time, up to 22 hours of speak time, up to 65 hours of audio playback and up to 11 hours of video playback time. Finally, a nanoSIM slot is pre-installed and the phone has the space for a microUSB 2.0 and 3.5mm slot for headphone.

Amazon slashed the price of its 64GB Fire Phone to $100 with a two-year contract, down from $300. Off contract it costs is $649.99 and $749.99 respectively.

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Nikon has introduced a new full-frame DSLR camera

Nikon has announced a new digital SLR camera format FX. The novelty has become an extension of models of Nikon D800 and D800E and received the designation Nikon D810.

The camera uses a new image sensor with a resolution of 36.6MP, and the sensitivity level of ISO 64-12800 is the first time in DSLR Nikon cameras. Minimum shutter speed is 1/8000s. Nikon says it's designed to produce an outstanding picture clarity and rich tones, using a wide dynamic range of the sensor, especially since it works in tandem with the EXPEED 4 processor. Burst speed is increased from 4 to 7 frames per sec, for recording movies in the Full HD (1080p) D810 camera offers up to 60 f / s.

AF System Nikon Multi-CAM 3500FX 51-point has also inherited from D800 and D800E models. The camera is equipped with an optical viewfinder with 100% frame coverage, that is reciprocally incorporated with 3.2-inch OLED display which has a resolution of 1,229,000 pixels. The D810 works on common lithium-ion battery EN-EL15, you can make about 1,200 images without recharging. As removable storage cards used CF (UDMA 7) and SD (SDXC and UHS-1). The camera is equipped with a USB 3.0, HDMI interface and is protected against moisture and dust.

Interested? Just be prepared to hear how much Nikon D810 will cost to you. The camera valued at $3300. Enyone who has survived this impact should know that the sales have already started.

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Samsung Gear Live smarwatch gets official

Samsung has not too long ago announced their another Android smartwatch. The Samsung Gear Live has a similar design to the Samsung Gear 2, but with Android Wear as its operating system.

This SmartWatch comes with a 1.63-inch touch screen with a resolution of 320x320, and is powered by a 1.2GHz processor. It also has a 512MB of RAM, 4GB of included storage and a 300mAh battery. Samsung Gear Live uses Bluetooth that will connect it with Android smartphones running under Android 4.3 Jelly Bean or later version. When connected, it can display calls, messages, notifications and other information on the smartwatch without the need of taking out your smartphone from your pocket.

Samsung interested to win against Motorola Moto 360 SmartWatch in this market. Now the company offers interchangeable 22mm straps in two different colors Black and Red, also very looks interesting the price of about $160.

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NVIDIA Shield 2 console may launch in July

In October last year, CEO of NVIDIA, Jen-Hsun Huang San said that the second version of the portable game console Shield is under construction. According to the published drawing, NVIDIA Shield 2 received some exterior changes and will be a little thinner than its predecessor.

Today, this device codenamed NVIDIA P2570 has successfully passed certification of the Federal Agency of Communications (FCC). According to recent information NVIDIA Shield 2 will be powered by the new NVIDIA Tegra K1 processor with a clock speed of 2.5GHz, GeForce GPU, 4GB of RAM and it will come with 16GB of built in storage. The game console also will feature a new 5-inch display with a resolution of 1440x810 pixels and OS Android 4.4.2 KitKat.

We've heard rumors about the launch of the new NVIDIA Shield 2. The company may announce it globally on the 22nd of July, but this date is not official yet.

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Toshiba has announced a new budget tablet

The Toshiba Excite Go is a shining example of Toshiba's ability to build affordable tablets with high build quality and plenty of portable entertainment. Also it can be easily taken as an additional gaming device.

The Toshiba Excite Go comes with characteristics that looks like a modern requirements for babysitters or rattles. It is actually enough for children's fun, but not moreover.

Display: 7-inch with a resolution of 1024x600 pixels

Processor: quad core 1GHz Intel Atom

RAM: 1GB

Storage: 16GB and a slot MicroSD for cards up to 128GB

Camera: 5MP and 1.3MP

OS: Android 4.4 KitKat

Support: WiFi 802.11, mini USB

Runtimes: 8 hours

Weight: 354g

The new Toshiba Excite Go tablet  will go on sale in the US in July and will retail for about $110.

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Motorola has announced Moto 360 SmartWatch

Motorola has launched their new smartwatch Moto 360. The gadget is one of the first devices with Android Wear OS, such as Samsung Gear S making it more superior comparing to the Galaxy Gear 2 and iWatch.

One of the advantages of Android Wear is the possibility to manage all of your devices around, not just connecting to the smartphone of yours. Therefore Moto 360 will be a powerful managing tool for your smart garage doors, thermostat, TV, wireless speaker etc. You also can operate your Moto 360 smartwatch by using the voice commands. Android Wear supports such common functions as text notifications reading, data fitness training, medical supervision, calls rejection or acceptance with possibility to speak with your friend not extracting your phone from the pocket  and much more. Moto 360 comes with a 1.56 inch OLED display with a resolution of 320x290 pixels (205 pixels per inch), 512MB of RAM and 4GB of built in storage. The gadget has classic roundish design and under a sapphire crystal of the smartwarch a powerful TI OMAP 3 processor is hidden and wireless Qi charging device is embedded. Optionaly Moto 360 has a choice of seven different watch straps. The new Motorola Moto 360 SmartWatch can be connected to your smartphone, tablet or laptop via Bluetooth 4.0 LE. Now it is available to buy in the U.S for $250.

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Lenovo has announced N20 and N20p Chromebooks

Lenovo has announced the launch of two consumer Chromebooks. The Lenovo N20 has a more traditional design while the N20p model attracts the most technologically advanced users.

The main distinction of Lenovo N20p is a 300-degree hinge that allows the screen to be turned around for using the notebook in touchscreen mode, but the display can't fold back entirely for use as tablet. Both models are equipped equally.

Screen: 11.6-inch display with a resolution of 1366x768 pixels (10 point multi–touch display for N20p model)

Processor: quad-core 2.8GHz Intel Celeron

RAM: 4GB

Storage: 16GB of internal memory and SD card slot, plus 100GB of cloud storage from Google Drive

Camera: 1MP sensor

Runtimes: 8 hours

Connectivity includes WiFi b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.0, USB 3.0, mHDMI and certain countries will get 3G/4G-enabled models. The Lenovo N20 will be available in July, priced at $279. The Lenovo N20p Chromebook is expected in August, priced at $329.

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Google is ready to launch Nexus 8

It’s time for switch a focus on the Google Nexus 8. The LG tablet was spotted on Google’s website last year, but was removed and since then a rumors are in the air about its launch.

It seems like Google has plan to push out the Nexus 8 tablet in 2014.  By the way the new Nexus will be more properly to call Nexus 9 because it will get an 8.9-inch QHD display with  resolution of 2560x1440 pixels.

Digitimes said that it will be equipped with a quad core processor Snapdragon 801 and 2GB of RAM. As the operating system can be selected an Android 4.5 which will be announced also in June. Other details about Nexus 8 are still unknown.

Google Nexus 8 can retail for about $300 and we hope to see it this summer.

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Garden Update, July 2012

WRONG TONIGHT will be released July 1st via all digital retailers.

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My July spread 🐻

In the above picture I have a calender where I put down major events, tracker for my habits, a monthly check in for reflection and improvement.

Happy and Blessed July to you ^^<3🌿

L. V., i found this poem tucked safely between 2:53 and 2:54 in the morning

July 1970. Taken by my great-grandmother on vacation.

a warm night in July, 1995

A distracted summer's delight