Archos announces the 5.5-inch Diamond Plus. #Archos #IFA2015

Archos have announced a new 5.5 inch phablet although the brand would not be that familiar here in Ireland it would be more so in  other regions ,this device does have a Huawei look to if if you check this walkthrough“There’s no reason customers should have only one model option in our quest to offer 4G/LTE smartphones to a greater public. Offering a larger-screened product with a slightly different design gives ARCHOS customers more diversity and choice,” says Loic Poirier, CEO of ARCHOS.

The ARCHOS Diamond Plus offers all the hallmark traits of the prestigious Diamond line — an Octa-Core processor, 4G/LTE connectivity, great cameras, and more — in a new silver design featuring a gorgeous 5.5” inch FHD IPS screen with full lamination. Sleek, thin, with a slightly curved silver back-casing, the ARCHOS Diamond Plus is immediately eye-catching, especially with its bright screen illuminated.

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The Octa-Core Cortex A53 1.5GHz processor in the ARCHOS Diamond Plus smartphone is among the highest quality hardware available in smartphones today. With industry-leading power, this processor seamlessly powers apps, games, and web browsing. All of this content can be stored in the roomy 16GB of storage in the device, which is easily expandable up to 32GB with a MicroSD card.

It also has fast charging capability to be fully ready as soon as possible. Its two cameras clock in at 16MP for the back camera and 8MP for the front camera. A fiveelement lens of the back camera prevents distortion, and the very wide angle of the front camera is perfect for selfies.

The  Diamond Plus will be available in November 2015  for £179.99

Windows 10 Insider Preview – Cortana to more countries but not Ireland. #Cortana

Today  has posted a brief post regarding Cortana been made available to more countries,yet again Ireland is off the list and since November 14 and earlier people have been asking when will it officially land for Irish Windows Phone users,today does not bring any hope at all for that so sadly you will have to stick to the current way of using Cortana if you do.There has been no concrete answer as to WHEN…Apart from the “coming soon” or “near future” response…

At this stage now I think most have given up and the forums and boards here have said same and will just take it on the chin,this would not be a main selling point of Windows Phone anyway but some do like the idea which I think is a novelty and would wear thin after a while anyway…

Today, we will begin rolling out Cortana to Insiders on Windows 10 Insider Preview builds 10532+ as an optional download to Insiders in Japan and in English for Insiders in Australia and Canada. We also have an early version in English for Insiders in India, which will be updated with an improved voice later this month. With these rollouts, we hope to learn a lot from your feedback as we continue to improve the experience and refine it for each market.

Later this year Cortana will also be available first to Windows Insiders in Brazil and Mexico, and in French in Canada.With windows phone market share here in Ireland in decline we already have Cortana in A Public Beta on Android and plenty of Microsoft services on Android and people have moved on..It may note bode well with some but this is how it is today..have your say below if you like..

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Robin. The smarter smartphone. Cloud First Mobile. #Robin #Nextbit #Kickstarter

Robin is a new kick starter project which is set to put cloud first and it will run on Android and comes bloat-ware free when I first seen it at a quick glance I said it looks like one of those fancy bottles of perfume, that does not mean it does not look nice,it actually does and its different,its also good to see different too…  I think its actually really nice…. Already though some have complained its got no wireless charging but for the price its got plenty to boot.. Wireless charging has still not hugely tool off here in Ireland anyway and that didn’t stop people buying devices without the feature….

 

The specs detail is not shabby either  –

  • Processor: Snapdragon 808
  • Memory: 3GB RAM / 32 GB onboard / 100 GB online
  • Screen: 5.2” IPS LCD 1080p 
  • Rear Camera: 13MP with phase detection autofocus, dual tone flash
  • Front camera: 5MP
  • Battery: 2680 mAh
  • Dual front facing stereo speakers
  • Fingerprint sensor
  • NFC
  • Quick charging
  • Bluetooth 4.0 LE ,WiFi A/B/G/N/AC  –  GSM 850/900/1800/1900  – WCDMA 850/900/1800/1900/2100  -LTE Bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/20/28

Nextbit. Say “We made a smartphone that brings the power of the cloud to everyone with an integrated cloud OS. We made it because we’re tired of waiting on others. Because we believe in a cloud-first future. And because no one else was making the phone we wanted. This is the phone we want, and we think you’ll want it too. Smarter. Powerful. Bold. And, direct to you.”

Robin manages your power based on what you use and supports quick charging. Even when it’s connected to the cloud, Robin won’t drain your battery. It only backs up when you’re plugged in and on Wi-Fi unless you say otherwise. And it doesn’t use any extra power to make more space when you need it.

Check it out over on Kickstarter  Will you be thinking of buying this device ??  Jimbo Likes this…..

 

 

 

 

Prevent break-ins before they happen with #MyFox Home Smart Alarm.

We like to think our homes are safe and indeed most are but at one stage or another we either will be broken into or know of someone who has been,from this time of year onward typically break-ins rise due to the dark hours approaching us.. Well now there is a new product called Myfox Home smart alarm.. With this you can manage your home security from your smartphone..

With the world’s first motorized privacy shutter that’s controlled via the phone’s app, the Myfox Security Camera provides security when you need it and privacy when you’re at home. Myfox developed the innovative idea behind the non-intrusive camera by studying user feedback from previous generations of cameras sold in Europe, which found that 30% of users were unplugging their cameras when they were at home in an effort to increase privacy. The camera setup takes just 90 seconds and with the Myfox Security App, users can keep close watch on their homes no matter where in their world they are.

The camera provides one hour of battery back-up and a 1080P video sensor with CVR capabilities, two-way audio and 4x zoom, among all of the other features that you’d expect from a best-in-class security camera. With its sleek design and lightweight portability, the Myfox Security Camera integrates seamlessly into any home’s decor.

 

Set up takes only minutes and you can trust others to share information to,there is no wires to worry about and the system works with intellitags and wifi and that’s it,rather a simple process with no hassle at all…this also works with Nest..

The Myfox Security Camera becomes part of a proactive security system with its integration into the Myfox Home Alarm. The 4th generation IntelliTAG™ smart sensor uses vibrational algorithms to detect and alert of a break-in before it occurs. It’s smart enough to tell the difference between a break in attempt and a ball bouncing against the door and can be used on any opening. We conducted a user survey and found that 80% of break-in attempts were deterred thanks to the IntelliTAG™ triggering the siren. Once triggered, it sounds the Myfox Home Alarm and sends an alert to your smartphone or even alerts friends and family, allowing you to call the authorities. The Myfox key fobs provide a truly connected experience, as they can be personalized with usage case settings for each member of the family. Each key fob also automatically disarms the entire Myfox system when arriving home – no codes or alarm setting necessary, which makes for a security system that people will actually use.

 

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Facebook launches virtual assistant called M #Facebook #M

Facebook has jumped on the virtual assistant bandwagon now with an assistant called M..This for some means Money or Ads in which comments suggest and it will be a matter of time before we find out,its only in a beta stage at the moment and im sure we will find out more soon.

But are digital assistants useful or do we like them ?? Personally I don’t use them,I find them a gimmick and I have tried them all but the novelty wears off quite quickly to be honest,its just not my cup of tea,Windows has Cortana for example although not official in Ireland we need to change some settings it is also now on Public beta on Android and of course we have Siri for Apple so those who use these assistants might find it welcome news..

 

David Marcus says  M is a personal digital assistant inside of Messenger that completes tasks and finds information on your behalf. It’s powered by artificial intelligence that’s trained and supervised by people.

Unlike other AI-based services in the market, M can actually complete tasks on your behalf. It can purchase items, get gifts delivered to your loved ones, book restaurants, travel arrangements, appointments and way more.

It will be interesting to see what this holds in the future and for now only a select amount of people are trialling the new digital assistant will be integrated into the Facebook Messenger app. No date has been given as to when it launches but stay tuned for updates..

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Android Wear now works with iPhones #AndroidWear #iPhone

Android wear now works with iPhones folks which may come as a surprise to some but its happening right now and some of you may be a bit peeved of at the idea after splashing out on an overpriced Apple watch..

From today it rolls out and you just pair your iPhone (iPhone 5, 5c, 5s, 6, or 6 Plus running iOS 8.2+) with an Android Wear watch to bring simple and helpful information right to your wrist currently Android Wear for iOS works with the LG Watch Urbane.

  • Get your info at a glance: Check important info like phone calls, messages, and notifications from your favorite apps. Android Wear features always-on displays, so you’ll never have to move your wrist to wake up your watch.
  • Follow your fitness: Set fitness goals, and get daily and weekly views of your progress. Your watch automatically tracks walking and running, and even measures your heart rate.
  • Save time with smart help: Receive timely tips like when to leave for appointments, current traffic info, and flight status. Just say “Ok Google” to ask questions like “Is it going to rain in London tomorrow?” or create to-dos with “Remind me to pack an umbrella.”

The response has been rather funny if you read the comments in the source link below….

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InstaBlurrr – A non BETA photo editing app ad-free – #Photography #WindowsPhone

Ok so we have lots of apps for editing photos and in 2015 we have one big problem for windows phone users and that is that Instagram is still labelled a BETA, It is a very popular app no less but to be coined with that familiar term BETA in 2015 is just not on its that simple. This does not only apply to Instagram mind you..

Now we have a new app called InstaBlurr which is not BETA at the end of it and is free of ads,it will be a niche app and not for everyone but it does what it says on the tin its simple to use and its also FREE.. The app allows you to edit portions of the photo and give it a blurry effect,I cant see the attraction myself only for obvious reasons but yes I have seen images on Instagram with this effect applied so it matters to Windows Phone users as they are also huge Instagram fans..

One drawback is you can only use photos in storage and not take a photo and use it as you would with Instagram for example so if you can live with that well its the app for you…Maybe over time it will allow users to take snaps and edit from there…..

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Rocky Jumpers – Online racing with daily tournaments #Gaming #iOS

Rocky Jumpers is a new game for racing fans,so if this is you this game might be up your street..If you like speed and excitement, Take part in massive online races and become the champion among the Rocky Jumpers! New tournaments every day.

Features.

MMO Race
– New tournaments with new tracks every day
– Ability to view the best races of your rivals
– A set of hats to decorate your character
– Game with easy control
– Low system requirements

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The Winner of our Ulak Samsung S5 Case has been announced.

Thanks to all who entered our latest competition for the Ulak defender case for the Galaxy S5,sadly only one winner but stay tuned for a new competition this week..

The winner is Lisa Lynch,well done and we will be in touch to organise shipment of your new case…

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