LG unveils hexagonal batteries destined for circular smartwatches
LG has unveiled a new battery aimed at the smartwatch segment. The new battery is hexagonal in shape, and is designed to provide a better fit for circular smartwatches with improved battery life to boot....
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LG unveils hexagonal batteries destined for circular smartwatchesLG has unveiled a new battery aimed at the smartwatch segment. The new battery is hexagonal in shape, and is designed to provide a better fit for circular smartwatches with improved battery life to boot....HardwareJune 29, 2015, 20:49:52LG unveils hexagonal batteries destined for circular smartwatchessource: http://www.androidcentral.com/lgs-new-hexagonal-batteries-expected-increase-smartwatch-life-4-hours | June 29, 2015, 20:49:52
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Wireless charging is about to become just as capable as wired charging.
An update to the Qi charging spec has been announced by the Wireless Power Consortium, and it's all about more power and backwards compatibility. Qi chargers will soon be able to fully utilize 15W charging device, more commonly known as Quick Charge 2.0 chargers. Qi platters will be able to pass the power to devices that support this new wireless fast charging spec, which w...
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Wireless charging is about to become just as capable as wired charging.An update to the Qi charging spec has been announced by the Wireless Power Consortium, and it's all about more power and backwards compatibility. Qi chargers will soon be able to fully utilize 15W charging device, more commonly known as Quick Charge 2.0 chargers. Qi platters will be able to pass the power to devices that support this new wireless fast charging spec, which w...HardwareJune 29, 2015, 20:49:7Wireless charging is about to become just as capable as wired charging.source: http://www.androidcentral.com/your-qi-charger-will-soon-support-15w-fast-charging | June 29, 2015, 20:49:7
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June 29, 2015, 20:45:42Why Rebuilding Cordless Tool Batteries Is Not a Good Idea
Why Rebuilding Cordless Tool Batteries Is Not a Good Idea
Why Rebuilding Cordless Tool Batteries Is Not a Good Idea by James Marshell
Let's say you have a Porter Cable cordless drill and it dies out because of a few damaged internal parts. Before looking for new Porter Cable replacement parts for you drill, you would like to make the damaged parts work again to save a few bucks. Similarly, when a battery of your cordless tool d -
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June 29, 2015, 20:44:214 Things to Look For In A Third Party Repair Center For Smart Devices
4 Things to Look For In A Third Party Repair Center For Smart Devices
4 Things to Look For In A Third Party Repair Center For Smart Devices by Ryan Clifford Perez
Modern day homes overflow with gadgets as everyone in the family from kids to elderly people use smart devices. You can't find a home with at least a smart phone, a tablet and a gaming console like Play Station. When there are more people using the devices, there is a huge probab -
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WHEN 3-D PRINTING WON’T DO, THIS AT-HOME LASER CUTTER WILL
FOR ALL ITS promise, the 3-D printer is not perfect. Sure, it’s great for creating prototypes or small personal items or parts, but it simply cannot do everything. Those who want to dive into design or embellish their DIY creations, or even use materials like leather, wood, or cloth need something more refined, more accurate and versatile. They need a laser cutter....
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WHEN 3-D PRINTING WON’T DO, THIS AT-HOME LASER CUTTER WILLFOR ALL ITS promise, the 3-D printer is not perfect. Sure, it’s great for creating prototypes or small personal items or parts, but it simply cannot do everything. Those who want to dive into design or embellish their DIY creations, or even use materials like leather, wood, or cloth need something more refined, more accurate and versatile. They need a laser cutter....HardwareJune 28, 2015, 15:40:1WHEN 3-D PRINTING WON’T DO, THIS AT-HOME LASER CUTTER WILLsource: http://www.wired.com/2015/06/3-d-printing-wont-home-laser-cutter-will/ | June 28, 2015, 15:40:1
Share on TumblrJune 28, 2015, 15:34:35A Complete Data Backup Solution for PC and Mac
A Complete Data Backup Solution for PC and Mac
A Complete Data Backup Solution for PC and Mac by Maria Kurganova
Keeping your data safe is a constant challenge, given the fact that something can go wrong with your computer at any time, causing you to lose all of your important files in an instant. Whether it's an attack from malicious software, accidental data deletion or even a severe hardware failure that renders y -
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Review: DJI Phantom 3 Professional
DJI’s drones weren’t the first ones to start buzzing around overhead. But as the popularity of remote-controlled quadcopters has continued to grow among consumers, DJI’s Phantom series of drones appears to be on its way to ruling the skies. Chat with a drone pilot at your local park—chances are, they’re flying a Phantom....
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Review: DJI Phantom 3 ProfessionalDJI’s drones weren’t the first ones to start buzzing around overhead. But as the popularity of remote-controlled quadcopters has continued to grow among consumers, DJI’s Phantom series of drones appears to be on its way to ruling the skies. Chat with a drone pilot at your local park—chances are, they’re flying a Phantom....HardwareJune 27, 2015, 15:39:46Review: DJI Phantom 3 Professionalsource: http://www.wired.com/2015/06/review-dji-phantom-3-professional-drone/ | June 27, 2015, 15:39:46
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50+ Galaxy S5 Tips and Tricks
If you just got the Samsung Galaxy S5 you might feel overwhelmed with all the features and options. Or maybe you want to uncover all the phone’s capabilities without digging for hours. We’ve put together a list of 50 Tips...
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50+ Galaxy S5 Tips and TricksIf you just got the Samsung Galaxy S5 you might feel overwhelmed with all the features and options. Or maybe you want to uncover all the phone’s capabilities without digging for hours. We’ve put together a list of 50 Tips...HardwareJune 24, 2015, 21:5:4950+ Galaxy S5 Tips and Trickssource: http://phandroid.com/2014/04/30/50-samsung-galaxy-s5-tips-tricks/ | June 24, 2015, 21:5:49
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A look at the new features in Android 5.1.1 on the Moto 360
Android 5.1.1 for smartwatches has been out for a little while now, but Motorola took some extra time to make sure it was ready for the Motorola Moto 360. It’s finally rolling out now. This might be the biggest update Android Wear has seen to date. There are many new features and improvements that make the whole experience feel much more mature. Let’s take a look at some of the...
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A look at the new features in Android 5.1.1 on the Moto 360Android 5.1.1 for smartwatches has been out for a little while now, but Motorola took some extra time to make sure it was ready for the Motorola Moto 360. It’s finally rolling out now. This might be the biggest update Android Wear has seen to date. There are many new features and improvements that make the whole experience feel much more mature. Let’s take a look at some of the...HardwareJune 24, 2015, 21:3:27A look at the new features in Android 5.1.1 on the Moto 360source: http://phandroid.com/2015/06/19/android-5-1-1-moto-360-update/ | June 24, 2015, 21:3:27
Share on Tumblr June 24, 2015, 20:37:19KVM Switches – Making The Right Shopping Decision.
KVM Switches – Making The Right Shopping Decision.
Shopping for KVM switches is no mean task considering all the models available from different manufacturers and the different functions they are capable of. What are the factors you need to consider so that you can end up with a KVM switch that adequately addresses your organization’s needs?
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I flew around on a Pegasus by riding a bike hooked up to a VR headset
LOS ANGELES — For 10 minutes at E3 2015, I felt like Hercules riding his winged horse Pegasus.
Of course, I wasn't actually riding a horse, and everything I was experiencing was within Sony's Project Morpheus virtual reality headset for the PlayStation 4....
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I flew around on a Pegasus by riding a bike hooked up to a VR headsetLOS ANGELES — For 10 minutes at E3 2015, I felt like Hercules riding his winged horse Pegasus.
Of course, I wasn't actually riding a horse, and everything I was experiencing was within Sony's Project Morpheus virtual reality headset for the PlayStation 4....HardwareJune 21, 2015, 16:14:52I flew around on a Pegasus by riding a bike hooked up to a VR headsetsource: http://mashable.com/2015/06/18/virzoom-biking-fitness-vr/ | June 21, 2015, 16:14:52
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A MODULAR ‘ETHICAL PHONE’ YOU CAN REPAIR INSTEAD OF REPLACE
THE ECO-FRIENDLY FAIRPHONE was a huge crowdfunding success when it launched in 2013, but it promised more than it achieved. Some 10,000 people bought it before it even existed, and many thousands more followed, eager to support the development of an ethical device. Fairphone aimed to support local economies instead of armed militias by avoiding “conflict minerals” like tin, tun...
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A MODULAR ‘ETHICAL PHONE’ YOU CAN REPAIR INSTEAD OF REPLACETHE ECO-FRIENDLY FAIRPHONE was a huge crowdfunding success when it launched in 2013, but it promised more than it achieved. Some 10,000 people bought it before it even existed, and many thousands more followed, eager to support the development of an ethical device. Fairphone aimed to support local economies instead of armed militias by avoiding “conflict minerals” like tin, tun...HardwareJune 21, 2015, 16:2:32A MODULAR ‘ETHICAL PHONE’ YOU CAN REPAIR INSTEAD OF REPLACEsource: http://www.wired.com/2015/06/modular-ethical-phone-can-repair-instead-replace/ | June 21, 2015, 16:2:32
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Alcatel OneTouch is now the Official Smartphone Partner of the Toronto FC
With this new partnership, Alcatel OneTouch will focus on pre-game fan experiences, social and digital media campaigns, in-game brand advertising and much more. The deal is a multi-year partnership, and for Alcatel it is the first of its kind as it shows the company's major brand investment in Canada. Both companies are excited about this new opportunity, and can see the be...
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Alcatel OneTouch is now the Official Smartphone Partner of the Toronto FCWith this new partnership, Alcatel OneTouch will focus on pre-game fan experiences, social and digital media campaigns, in-game brand advertising and much more. The deal is a multi-year partnership, and for Alcatel it is the first of its kind as it shows the company's major brand investment in Canada. Both companies are excited about this new opportunity, and can see the be...HardwareJune 21, 2015, 15:59:1Alcatel OneTouch is now the Official Smartphone Partner of the Toronto FCsource: http://www.androidcentral.com/alcatel-onetouch-now-official-smartphone-partner-toronto-fc | June 21, 2015, 15:59:1
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Review: Dell Venue 10 7000 Series
Large Android tablets are hard. Most apps aren't formatted to take advantage of the extra screen size, and the frequent implementation of 16:9 aspect ratio means using anything with a screen larger than eight inches is cumbersome at best. The best we've seen from these devices is a focus on gaming or media consumption, but when these devices enter the $400 price ra...
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Review: Dell Venue 10 7000 SeriesLarge Android tablets are hard. Most apps aren't formatted to take advantage of the extra screen size, and the frequent implementation of 16:9 aspect ratio means using anything with a screen larger than eight inches is cumbersome at best. The best we've seen from these devices is a focus on gaming or media consumption, but when these devices enter the $400 price ra...HardwareJune 21, 2015, 15:58:22Review: Dell Venue 10 7000 Seriessource: http://www.androidcentral.com/review-dell-venue-10-7000-series | June 21, 2015, 15:58:22
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SanDisk iXpand Flash Drive for iPhone and iPad, First Take: Useful but complicated
Thanks to the Lightning connector, you can't just plug a Micro-USB OTG drive into your iOS devices the way you can with Android phones and Windows tablets. You need a drive with the Lightning cable like the SanDisk iXpand, which is now available as a 128GB model, and with extra security options....
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SanDisk iXpand Flash Drive for iPhone and iPad, First Take: Useful but complicatedThanks to the Lightning connector, you can't just plug a Micro-USB OTG drive into your iOS devices the way you can with Android phones and Windows tablets. You need a drive with the Lightning cable like the SanDisk iXpand, which is now available as a 128GB model, and with extra security options....HardwareJune 20, 2015, 17:54:53SanDisk iXpand Flash Drive for iPhone and iPad, First Take: Useful but complicatedsource: http://www.zdnet.com/product/sandisk-ixpand-flash-drive/ | June 20, 2015, 17:54:53
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HP Spectre x360: Multi-mode, long lasting, responsive laptop built to impress
For many years it was easy for me to recommend that family and friends pick up one of the Apple MacBook models for the best portable computing experience. Thankfully, Windows computer vendors, including Microsoft, stepped up to the plate and there are now several Windows machines that are well-designed, reasonably priced, great performers, with features that best Apple machines. On...
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HP Spectre x360: Multi-mode, long lasting, responsive laptop built to impressFor many years it was easy for me to recommend that family and friends pick up one of the Apple MacBook models for the best portable computing experience. Thankfully, Windows computer vendors, including Microsoft, stepped up to the plate and there are now several Windows machines that are well-designed, reasonably priced, great performers, with features that best Apple machines. On...HardwareJune 20, 2015, 17:53:52HP Spectre x360: Multi-mode, long lasting, responsive laptop built to impresssource: http://www.zdnet.com/product/hp-spectre-x360-13t/ | June 20, 2015, 17:53:52
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