Quark Expeditions Antarctic #VR Available free on Android and iOS #VirtualReality

Join Quark Expeditions, the world leader in polar adventure travel, on an immersive 360° Virtual Reality Antarctic Experience.

A polar expedition travel first, the Quark 360° VR Antarctic Experience transports you to the 7th continent, guided by Quark’s expert expedition team, to encounter amazing wildlife and explore the breath taking natural beauty of this remote part of the world few have set foot upon.

Told through four visually stunning narratives, you will explore the Antarctic Peninsula region expedition-style. Take a Zodiac cruise amongst giant icebergs, stand amidst a penguin colony, and kayak in one of the most pristine, unspoiled environments on the planet.

 

 

The Content

Filmed using GoPro cameras on board a voyage in February 2016, the Antarctic 360° VR Experience video series showcases different ways to explore the 7th continent and offers viewers the unique opportunity to participate in key aspects of a journey: Life onboard the ship, cruising on Zodiac landing craft, exploring on the Antarctic continent, kayaking, and learning about history and wildlife from Quark’s Expedition staff.

 

 

A two-man film crew captured the spectacular 360° footage, a process that presented a few challenges. The difficult task of positioning cameras on a moving Zodiac and finding ways to stretch battery life of the GoPro cameras were a few things the duo had to overcome; but the finished product was worth the challenges in the process, film crew member Hugo King-Fretts recalls:
“It was almost as if you were in a cathedral. These huge, huge walls were coming up and you’re in these small corridors where you would get surges of waves coming through. The geology, the scale of it, was just phenomenal. The awe-inspiring footage we were able to capture reflects a truly amazing experience that’s beyond description with words.”

VR App Development
“The real development challenge was to create a VR app that not only showcased this amazing content but that was also accessible to an audience of young and old, both seasoned and newcomers to the VR worlds,” commented Peter Maddalena from VRCraftworks. “The drawback is that it is a big download, but this was necessary to maintain quality and to allow people with less than high end devices to get a decent taste of the experience,” he concluded.

 

About Quark Expeditions®:
Specializing in expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic, Quark Expeditions® has been the leading provider of polar adventure travel for 25 years. With a diverse fleet of specially-equipped small expedition vessels, icebreakers, and unique land-based adventures, it offers travelers unparalleled access to the most remote places on earth. Led by passionate and seasoned expedition teams, including scientists, naturalists and researchers, the on-board program focuses on guest interaction to educate and enrich the passenger experience. The company is known for its unwavering commitment to safety and sustainability, including its partnership with The Nature Conservancy (USA). It also offers passengers — free of charge — carbon offsetting aboard Ocean Diamond and Ocean Nova voyages.

 

About the TUI Adventure Division:
The TUI Adventure Division offers premium, experience-based adventure holidays and expeditions worldwide for active travelers. In addition to QuarkExpeditions.com, the division includes expedition specialists IEtravel.com and Zegrahm.com; leading European adventure and activity specialists ExodusTravels.com, Headwater.com, World-Challenge.co.uk, Sawadeee.nl, TrekAmerica.co.uk and GrandAmericanAdventures.com; as well as US-based destination management company AmericanAdventures.com. From reaching the top of Kilimanjaro and canoeing on the Zambezi, to catching tiger cub sightings and breaking ice en route to the North Pole, the TUI Adventure Division offers inspirational experiences that create lifelong memories.
About VRCraftworks:
Vrcraftworks was established 3 years ago to create business focused VR apps for the mobile platform. We have developed over 20 VR apps for business as diverse as animation studios, investment companies and yacht sales. Often these apps are for internal use only. Our free apps however, are available across both Goggle Play and the Apple App Store. Our original free app Orbulus has had 500,000 downloads worldwide is constantly cited as one of the top 10 applications for mobile VR on both Android and Apple devices.

 

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Be a better driver and get rewarded with #Drivies. (Spain) #Android #iOS #Driving #App

The years on those boring and cumbersome to use GPS systems when driving are more than over now. Each day, more and more of us use our phones as a main tool on this activity.

Well, what would you say if I told you that now you can prove you’re a good driver to your insurance company and besides, get discounts while doing it?

Let me introduce Drivies a new app to help you achieve that goal.

Well! Unfortunately not all of you out there, as right now, the app is mostly focused on Spain, and ruled by deals with Telefonica.

But lets hope this changes soon, as the app is really promising.

First of all, How it works?

All you need to do is use your phone as you’d normally do with any other app, using the GPS and others sensors, the app will tell “everything” about your driving technique, how much time you spend on it and so on.

With a deal made with “Pléyade” an Spanish ensuring company, using the app will help you to get discounts. The better you drive the more you get.

Within the app you’ll find the DrivieCoins which you can exchange for discounts on the ensurance, Taxi bonus or even on GAS comsuption.

And if you’re worried cuase you are not that good while driving, the app will help you to improve and also get some money for it. (sounds good, doesn’t it?)

As you can see, the app is fairly simple but helpful. Available on Android and iOS is also totally free to download.

 

 

So, if you live in Spain and want to try it out:

You can get the Android version HERE and the iOS version HERE

What do you think of these? Would you use it if available on yout region or your insurance company?  Let us know in the comment section down below.

 

 

Blackberry is killing it Classic #Blackberry #Classic #Tech

Blackberry have been having it rough of late,even with sales of the PRIV their first Android device sales have not been great by any means,The PRIV is a unique device and stands out in the crowd with that hidden keyboard underneath its screen when I even showed people they where impressed. With new Android handsets set to come on board soon their direction is clear because they have announced they are to discontinue the Blackberry classic which is another device I own along with the Silver Passport and PRIV..

 

 

 

On their Blog where I have been featured before Ralph Pini writes

Sometimes it can be very tough to let go. For BlackBerry, and more importantly for our customers, the hardest part in letting go is accepting that change makes way for new and better experiences.

These are the tenets that help keep us focused and the reasons why we are committed to the success of both BlackBerry 10 and Android devices. To keep innovating and advancing our portfolio, we are updating our smartphone lineup with state of the art devices. As part of this, and after many successful years in the market, we will no longer manufacture BlackBerry Classic. For many years, Classic (and its BBOS predecessors) has been in our portfolio. It has been an incredible workhorse device for customers, exceeding all expectations. But, the Classic has long surpassed the average lifespan for a smartphone in today’s market. We are ready for this change so we can give our customers something better – entrenched in our legacy in security and pedigree in making the most productive smartphones.

More sad news for some die hard fans I guess.

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Empire – #Review – Kids Over-Ear headphones with parental volume lock. #Headphones

Empire cases dont only do cases they have a wide range of accessories for you to pick from and a new addition to their catalogue is the Kids Over-Ear headphones with a built in parental volume lock,these come in a variety of colours such as Blue,Green Pink and Red to begin with. With a price of $24.99 and free worldwide shipping are they worth it,well lets see..

Disclaimer.These are a preview unit sent to us for testing..

To begin with we had no actual packaging to check out as these are a preview unit which is now in mass production and on that point we where disappointed to not have the official packaging but nice to try them out at this early stage,So we cant complain really..

On the upside the product is good,quite good to be fair,With kids these days now sporting tablets and mobiles you will see many sporting headphones to boot,but the issue here is volume control and another one to refresh your memory is how close the screen is to your childs face but Samsung took care of that with a recent app..

My daughter who is 7 has tried several headphones in her time and she enjoys some time on her tablet during the day and evening which is monitored,At times having called her I did notice from time to time she couldn’t here me but this issue is now gone due to having the option to lock the volume on the headphones manually and most importantly the child cant undo this. There is a box like fitting on the cable which requires a small philips screwdriver and you can test the volume level out yourself first then set it and lock it,the close the box up again,but a safety note I would hide the screwdriver,kids are inquisitive and will investigate and try anything especially mine since she is surrounded with tech all the time but again this is monitored and access is limited.

 

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Comfortable sums them up too my daughter was happy with them and with adjustable arms each side again it was an easy manoeuvre for her to set to her own accord,With the both cups again lined with leather and cushioning they again made her feel comfortable,the cups also move in one direction to nestle over the ears and do not apply extra pressure making them sit nicely.

Build quality is good,flexible on the headband where kids might just spread them too much they seem they will have some longevity in them too and the plastic is easy to clean should they get and dirt on them which can be expected from kids.. Even the adjustable arms seem solid and feel like they can take a beating too and dont seem flimsy.

Sound quality is fine,nothing to write a book about but they are for kids and at that age whats provided here is enough but if you are and adult there is a notable difference in quality compared to mainstream options but again to note they are for kids and not us..

Check out our video review below and if you want to pick up a pair see HERE for all the options available.We would like to thank Empire case again for sending these over to check out…

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Discover new incredible worlds with #Coastiality #VR app #VirtualReality #360° #Googlecardboard

A new VR app has launched called Coastiality  by Europa Park and it has quite a bit to offer to the fore and for rollercoaster fans you are in for a treat,There is a lack of good rollercoaster apps that give a real immersive feeling but not here with several on board the app,the intro on the app is also excellent with great music to boot.

The app is also well presented with apps on display right from the start,Also you can pick to either download or stream the experience and then you can pick between 2K and 4K resolution.. I have tried out the apps and they are quite good..

 

 

App description

Fancy enjoying a real rollercoaster ride in 360° or VR from the comfort of your home?

Do you want to experience how virtual worlds come to life on board Coastiality rides throughout theme parks around the world?

Welcome to Coastiality, your home for unique, high quality virtual reality experiences!

Viewable with and without VR glasses (e.g. Google Cardboard).

 

 

Never miss a train station again with #Trainzzz app (UK) #travel #apps #trains

A handy app to have as it happens to us all and if not yet it will. Missed your train station by nodding off,head buried in your laptop or  mobile phone… This new app is here to help you though and its called Trainzzz, Now only if there was a similar app here for not only trains but the bus too..

Trainzzz is a simple FREE app that allows you to select your UK train station destination and using your phones GPS signal aims to alert you to your approaching destination 

A great option for the distracted commuter, person unsure of the stop, or maybe a person travelling home after an enjoyable evening and may be a little sleepy 

1) Select your destination station, or stations on your route as required
2) Select the distance from the station you wish to be notified (1,3,5,+ miles etc.)
3) Decide what tone you wish to use
3) Decide if you want to SMS someone in your phone to advise them you are near – or “put the kettle on”
5) Leave the app open in the background and await your GPS driven alarm

 

 

Irish Apps – Got a dent in your car? DentPro launches apps for instant quotes. #Motoring

The Dent, A scourge for motorists to be honest and getting the time to get them fixed is another issue,We are all prone to them no matter the cost of the vehicle.

DentPro is an Irish company which can help you though with 4 locations in Dublin, Sandyford which is HQ, Red Cow,Clonsaugh and Tempelouge..

DentPro also offer packages to clients which is a worthy small investment starting from €129 with The Bronze care package and going up to €399 with the Platinum package..

Repair time is not bad either..If that is not enough they have a mobile repair division.

Most work is completed in 30 minutes to 2 hours – depending on the degree of difficulty, some work can take as little as 15 minues. Appointments are scheduled at the customer’s convenience, usually within a few days of your initial assessment.

 

 

Now they have made life even simpler with their new app on Android and iOS and the app is free.. The app is called The instant quotation app..

 

App description

The application provides the user with an estimated cost of dents repair based on a set of questions.

However, having created a ‘Self Assessment’, the client is also able to use it as a basis for the actual
‘Quote request’ that may be submitted to a DentPro engineer. In order to send a quote request, the user needs to provide photos of the dented car panels and answer a set of questions. The user may review the estimated quotation on the mobile device when ready. They are also able to track the repair process of the car.

 

 

 

The application can be used only by users registered in the DQMS system. The registration takes place after the first launch of the application. In order to register, the users need to provide their email address as a login.
DQMS is fully functional only after entering the user’s car data such as: Make, Model, Type, Year and registration plate number.

 

 

Apps – POZ is a dating app for the HIV community. #HIV #LGBT #POZ #Dating

Dating apps are quite common now with dating apps for all sorts not to be taken in the wrong context either but we now even have dating apps for people at Airport lounges and much much more.. As it stands dating apps are still troublesome for some people whilst some think they are find,its just a matter of being cautious and be careful what you post and cross check when possible on who you talk to.. Safety First.

POZ is available now on both Android and iPhone and its free… The app was created by Andrew Goyvaerts

In an interview with Attitude here is a brief outline of how the app came about.

So what is POZ and how did it come about?

It was only launched in March but it’s a concept I came up with about two years ago. There were a few things that I found with mainstream dating apps that complicated things: One was coming out of the ‘HIV closet’, which I think a lot of gay men battle with, and the second was rejection on those sites.

Obviously that’s a personal choice, but when somebody is saying they would rather not go out with you because of something like HIV, it’s quite different to being told they don’t want to go out with you because they’re not into you. It’s a very different feeling, and I felt there was a real need for this [app]. We are worldwide. We’ve had a lot of downloads in the UK, Australia and America, which seem to be our main areas, so that’s where we’re mainly focused on.

 

 

App description

poz is a new app proudly serving the dating needs of the HIV community (both heterosexual and LGBT). This concept was created by a positive person follow their own diagnoses due to there being so few places that we can meet someone to date without fear of stigma or even rejection upon disclosure of status.

Signing up takes just a tick after which you can browse, chat and meet men or women who know exactly what it’s like to date when living with HIV.

 

#ZTE launches bezel-less sleek flagship Nubia Z11 in China  #NubiaZ11

ZTE nubia has been a collection of some gorgeous looking devices and the latest sibling is no exception. ZTE has announced nubia Z11, it’s latest high-end smartphone in the nubia series in China. The ZTE nubia Z11 comes in Gold, Gray and Silver colors and looks stunning with a thickness of just 7.50 mm.

Nubia Z11 packs a 5.5-inch 1080p 2.5D curved glass bezel-less display with 81% screen-to-body ratio, is powered by a quad-core Snapdragon 820 SoC, runs on Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) with nubia UI 4.0. It sports a sleek fingerprint sensor on the back that can unlock the phone in 0.1 seconds.

The Nubia Z11 is equipped with a 16-megapixel rear camera with dual-tone LED flash, phase-detection auto-focus, Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and an 8-megapixel front-facing camera with f/2.4 lens for brighter and sharper selfies. It has AK4376 audio chip, Dolby Atmos and SmartPA amplifier for an enhanced audio experience. It has aerospace grade aluminum alloy body and is just 7.5mm thick.

ZTE has priced the Nubia Z11 at US$ 376 approx. for the 4GB RAM with 64GB storage variant.

The 6GB RAM with 128GB storage variant comes in Coffee Gold color and is priced at US$ 527 / Rs. 3,5730 approx. It will go on sale starting from July 6th and the registration for the sale have already started in China.

There will also be Nubia Z11 C Limited Collector’s Edition Cristiano Ronaldo edition in new Obsidian Gold color and his autograph on the back.

ZTE nubia Z11 specifications:

  • 5.5-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) Full HD 2.5D borderless display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection
  • 2.15GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 64-bit Quad-Core 14nm processor with Adreno 530 GPU
  • 4GB RAM with 64GB storage / 6GB RAM with 128GB storage, expandable memory up to 200GB with microSD
  • Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) with nubia UI 4.0
  • Hybrid Dual SIM (nano + nano/microSD)
  • 16MP rear camera with dual-tone LED Flash, IMX298 sensor, OIS, Phase Detection Auto Focus, f/2.0 aperture, 6P lens
  • 8MP front-facing camera, 5P lens, f/2.4 aperture, 80-degree wide-angle lens
  • Dimensions: 151.8×72.3×7.50mm; Weight: 162g
  • 3.5mm audio jack, AK4376 chip, Dolby audio
  • Fingerprint sensor
  • 4G LTE with VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 / 5GHz), Bluetooth 4.1, GPS + GLONASS, USB Type-C, NFC
  • 3000mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0

Stay tuned for more tech buzz.