Category Archives: Tech News

Photofast iFlash Drive – quick way to share files between iPhone and Mac

Now this accessory is a neat way to share files between your iPod, iPhone and iPad with the lightning connector. It’s is a 16gb USB drive in capacity. It works in conjunction with an app. Connect the lightning connector into your iPhone, open the app and your files are shown. Copy or move from your phone or from the USB stick. Once finished, plug the USB end into your mac and repeat.

Only one downside, and its a big one, this gadget cost $150. Now who said Apple accessories were expensive.

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Thank You

I would just like to say thank you to everyone for taking the time to read my blog. It’s officially 2 months old and I am humbled to think that people from over 100 countries now read it.

The blog viewing statistics have accelerated beyond my wildest expectations.

I am thinking of changing the header photo of the mac keyboard but I am not sure what to. If you have any ideas or have a header photo you could donate then please let me know.

Thanks everyone.

Gavin

Sony Xperia Z & Phones4u

Phones4u have the new Z in store for all and sundry to play with and learn more about this funky phone.

Official press release.

LONDON, 14th February, 2013: Phones 4u today announces that it is the only independent retailer to offer consumers live devices to preview and trial of the new the Sony Xperia™ Z ahead of the handset’s general release at the end of February. From 15th February, consumers can visit over 300 Phones 4u stores across the country to trial live Sony Xperia Z smartphones, experience the handset’s flagship features – including the stylish, waterproof body and powerful 13 megapixel fast-capture camera – and pre-order the newest addition to the Xperia range of handsets.

Customers will have the opportunity to experience a live product demo, with Phones 4u’s expert staff providing an in-depth walk through of the Sony Xperia Z’s full feature package. The first 1,000 customers to pre-order the Sony Xperia Z at Phones 4u will also receive a free pair of Sony MDR-1R Headphones.

Scott Hooton, Chief Commercial Officer at Phones 4u comments, “We always pride ourselves on providing our customers with the best possible customer service, and are delighted to be enhancing our in-store experience by offering the opportunity to fully experience the Sony Xperia Z before it lands for general sale. By doing so, we’re giving people the freedom to test out the handset before they commit to a pre-order, ensuring they’re picking the smartphone that’s right for them.”

The Sony Xperia Z features the world’s sharpest, boldest and brightest display, designed by the engineers behind Sony BRAVIA® TVs. The Full 1080p HD, 5’’ display features the highest pixel density of any smartphone, while the OptiContrast™ panel guarantees crystal clear images and a seamless black finish when switched off.

Customers will also benefit from a range of features including:
· A 13 megapixel fast-capture camera, with a next-generation Sony EXMOR RS sensor, with sleep to snap in under a second and superior auto mode
· Snapdragon™ S4 Pro quad-core processor for super-fast performance
• Dust-resistance and a water-resistant rating of IP55 & IP57

• Battery STAMINA Mode – which drastically increases battery life by reducing consumption while the phone is on standby

The Sony Xperia Z is available to pre-order at Phones 4u now, with free Sony MDR-1R headphones going to the first 1,000 pre-orders. Available at Phones 4u free from £36 on contract on a range of networks from 28th February 2013.

Opera buys Skyfire

Opera in a surprise move has announced it has bought Skyfire for $155 in cash and stock.

CEO Jeffrey Glueck of Opera commented that he believed there is a lot of synergy between the 2 companies and benefits to be had with their purchase.

If only iOS allow you to set a different default browser then this might be really interesting.

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The Phablet iPhone Concept

They say the best ideas are the ones you have in a moment of inspiration.

Well if Apple released a 5 inch phone they would be seen to be copying others like Samsung. However, maybe if they used my idea, it would be seen as innovation.

The concept is simple. Take the iPad Mini and fold it in half to create a clam shell device thats as thin as the iPad Mini when folded and is half the weight.

Simple don’t you think?

So do you think this would be viable or do you have a better idea?