LG goes modular with the LG G5. #LGG5 #Modular #MWC2016

LG have finally announced the much anticipated LG G5 it is the companies first modular device,while it does not look great it even with its curved edges it looks rather boring it has potential in the long run. It comes with “Friends” or to be simple plug ins which are additional modules that can be later added to the device,not everyone’s cup of tea module devices but surely for some it will be welcome. There is a range of other companion devices to that has come to surface.- 360 CAM,360 VR,ROLLING BOT,TONE PLATINUM,SMART CONTROLLER and H3 by B&O Play. It will be interesting to see if any of our networks take this on board,having not seen the G3 or G4 it doubt it very much,LG have improved tremendously over the last two years with their handsets on offer but this one is different not for all.It is to go on sale in the UK and networks are already taking the usual register your interest approach already.

“The new LG G5 will encourage owners to rediscover the true joy of a mobile life,” said Juno Cho, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “The G5 ecosystem is the result of many experts inside LG asking themselves if it was still possible to be innovative and unique in the smartphone space. I think once customers spend a little time with the LG G5, their answer will be a resounding YES.”

 

Encased in a sleek all metal body design and slide-out battery to easily swap out a used battery for a fully charged one in seconds, the LG G5 surpasses the visual experience of its predecessor, the LG G4. First, the G5’s 135-degree wide angle lens lets you choose between standard or wide angle lens to get more in the shot. Second, the Always-on Display makes notifications just a glance away with the time, date and more available anytime without waking the G5. Third, the 3D Arc Glass featured in the smartphone’s 5.3-inch display creates a gentle curve and a smooth metal surface using Micro-Dizing techniques. Plus the G5’s camera and home button on the back cover are seamlessly integrated into the main body without the use of insulation tape for strong signal reception.

 

Specifications 

  • Chipset: Qualcomm®Snapdragon™ 820 Processor
  • Display: 5-inch Quad HD IPS Quantum Display (2560 x 1440 / 554ppi)
  • Memory: 4GB LPDDR4 RAM / 32GB UFS ROM / microSD (up to 2TB)
  • Camera: Rear: Standard 16MP, Wide 8MP / Front: 8MP
  • Battery: 2,800mAh (removable)
  • OS: Android 0 Marshmallow
  • Size: 149.4 x 73.9 x 7.7~8.6mm
  • Weight: 159g
  • Network: LTE / 3G / 2G
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a, b, g, n, ac / USB Type-C0 (3.0 compatible) / NFC / Bluetooth 4.2
  • Colors: Silver / Titan / Gold / Pink

See full Press release for more,prices and availability to be confirmed.

There is a Tinder app for TD’s its called #TDer and its Irish. #Tinder #TDer.

As we know there is plenty of sites where you can look for some fun and more and move swiftly along from there if you are lucky,but what about our politicians,how do they fair out what do we think of them and so on. There is a new candid way to to check them out and its just a bit of fun and no more.

Within the web app you can read up on the said candidates and the show them some love or give em a big X. This just a novel idea and some fun and you should check it out.There is also a leader-board too which shows who is most popular and you can share via the app too and play again if you like. The idea was created by The Friday Agency  check out TDer  it is priceless.

 

Canon releases long-zoom SX720 HS, G7 X Mark II and prosumer DSLR 80D by @Tiwaash #Camera #Photography

Canon PowerShot SX720 HS

Canon released a bunch of cameras from the travel zoom to updated Prosumer DSLR. Starting with a new long-zoom compact dubbed the PowerShot SX720 HS. This model packs a new lens with a wider zoom range compared to its predecessor, offering a 35mm-equivalent of 24-960mm at F3.3-6.9. The sensor remains a 20.3MP 1/2.3″ BSI CMOS unit with a DIGIC 6 image processor.

In addition to the new lens, the SX720 HS has a redesigned grip, and battery life has increased to a CIPA-rated 250 shots. Boasting a 3″ LCD display with 922k dots, the camera carries over Canon’s Zoom Framing Assist system to automatically zoom in or out to follow subject movement and more accurately keep focus, and also comes with the Story Highlight feature to automatically compile images and videos from a day or event into a highlight reel with music and effects. Speaking of video, the SX720 can capture 1080/60p clips with stereo sound.

Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II

Canon also introduced the PowerShot G7 X Mark II with a new DIGIC 7 processor, bringing much-needed improvements to camera performance. Maintaining its predecessor’s 20.1MP 1″-type CMOS sensor and 24-100mm equiv. F1.8-2.8 lens, the G7 X II brings some updates to the camera’s exterior as well, with a re-designed grip, bottom-hinged 3″ 1.04M-dot LCD and a front control dial that can switch between clicking or smooth-turning operation.

G7 X II is capable of recording Full HD video as in its predecessor, along with Wi-Fi and NFC. The G7 X II provides Picture Style processing modes borrowed from the EOS DSLR line, and time-lapse movie mode is included. The new processor allows for face registration and better subject detection in scenes of low saturation or similar colors. In addition, it dramatically speeds up camera performance, with Canon claiming continuous 8 fps Raw shooting and also 25% better battery life than the original G7 X.

Canon 80D

Canon brings to the prosumer DSLR line the EOS 80D, offering a newly developed 24.2MP APS-C sensor, 45-point all cross-type autofocus module, updated Dual Pixel AF for live view still and video recording, and Wi-Fi with NFC. The 80D equipped with DIGIC 6 processor and provides a native ISO range in stills shooting from 100-16,000, expandable to 25,600. Burst shooting at up to 7 fps is on par with the 70D.

The 80D packs an approximately 100% coverage optical viewfinder and a fully articulated 3″ 1.04M-dot touchscreen LCD, as well as built-in Wi-Fi with NFC. Canon claims its new AF module, a notable improvement over the 70D’s 19-point system, is capable of focusing in low light conditions down to -3EV at the center point. Dual Pixel AF now offers continuous focus, and all pixels are able to perform phase detection focus while being used for still imaging. Video recording is offered at an improved 1080/60p.

Pricing & Availability:

The SX720 HS will be available in March 2016 with an MSRP of $379.99.
The Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II will be offered for $699 with availability in May.
The Canon EOS 80D will be available in March for $1199 body-only or $1799 bundled with an updated EF-S 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 IS USM kit lens.

Stay tuned for more tech buzz.

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Save on the BlackBerry Passport and Priv this month and bag some extras. #BlackBerry

Blackberry are running a sale right now and if you are in the UK or want to purchase in Ireland there is some good deals to be had if you have not ventured in the BlackBerry realm again. Owning both these devices myself they are pretty good and with the Priv having that physical keyboard and slider and with the Passport having simply the best keyboard there is and stellar battery life with one of the most solid builds they are something to look into if you are tempted to get something new.. Not for everyone with a niche audience both have plenty to offer..

 

Save up to £104 when you buy a PRIV bundle or up to £88 when you buy either a Passport in black or white or a Passport, Silver Edition bundle! From February 12 until February 24, 2016, customers buying via ShopBlackBerry can purchase a PRIV for only £529 or a BlackBerry Passport for only £349 And as our gift to you; with every PRIV smartphone purchase you will receive a complimentary accessory bundle that includes a black Leather Smart Flip Case and Sync Pod with 1.2m USB cable worth up to £74.


But that’s not all. It’s also a great time to buy a BlackBerry Passport Silver Edition – now available for £395 with up to £54 of free accessories.
Don’t miss out!  Click SHOP BLACKBERRY to shop the collection..

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Lonely Planet’s new App “Guides” features Dublin #Apps #Travel #Tourism

Lonely Planet has released a new app and good oul Dublin gets a spotlight with a guide you can download from the app itself and yes its free.. The app allows you to search,see eat,sleep,shop drink and play and also gives you suggested places to see such as museums and art galleries..

The app is now on Android and iOS and looks great and works well and its smooth to use,You can also add your favourites to the app and there is a cost calculator built into the app too.. Furthermore you can use OFFLINE maps too which is a bonus..

This version of the Guides app includes the following cities, with more to come soon: Amsterdam, Bangkok, Barcelona, Beijing, Berlin, Boston, Budapest, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Chicago, Dubai, Dublin, Hong Kong, Istanbul, Kyoto, London, Madrid, Montréal, Moscow, New Orleans, New York City, Paris, Prague, Rio de Janeiro, Rome, San Francisco, Seattle, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, St. Petersburg, Sydney, Tokyo, Vancouver, Venice, Vienna, Washington, DC. Speaking of Dubai you should check out rent a car dubai 

Features

With offline maps, essential tips, and top experiences, the app is your on-the-ground travel companion designed and built to maximize your trip.

• Explore city guides curated by our experts.
• Navigate with easy-to-use offline maps.
• Find the perfect activity with powerful filtering.
• Save places with simple bookmarking.
• Travel safe with essential tips.

 

 

Super Touch – Bring your old Android back to life with speed. #Apps

Over time your Android device slows down and with cheap ones this is the norm this is common and no matter what we do to speed them up you will fail and keep failing,lots of people today have old devices still and complain they are slow,removing data can help but only for so long..But how about an application that can optimize your device that’s not hard to use?

There is a new app called super touch which is said to change this though and speed things up in general,according to the app description below this is what you get..Having tried in on our ever so slow Samsung Galaxy S3 mini and the new arrival which is the BUSH Spira  it did seem to speed up to some extent…Other users are also reporting it works on already high end phones such as the Galaxy S6 edge.

 

1. Magnificent screen sliding respond, easy sliding on screen and no longer delay.

2. Incredibly smooth on zooming web pages or images as well as any operations needing to zoom.

3. Sliding to all directions is unbelievably quick and smooth.

4. Unbelievably quick and smooth lists rolling.

5. Much faster launching and loading Apps.

6. Speedy and accurate typing experience.

7. Much rapid on playing all sorts of games.

8. The first power-saving optimization app that does not affecting phones’ performance.

Super Touch allows you to experience unprecedented smooth smart phones.

One of this App’s main functions is to allow Android devices sliding much quicker and smoother, which will solve the problem of slow drag.
Sliding, dragging and zooming are far smoother; content follows up your fingertip; switching columns is also a lot quicker.
Lists rolling is extraordinarily speedier and smoother, typing is incredibly easier.
There is also a very practical power-saving optimization function, which does not sacrifice the performance of the phone.

One thing though is I am a bit weary of the app itself and it’s permissions but you can try it out and see for yourself…

Do you suffer from stress? This new idea might help from #PRANA #Stress #IndieGoGo

Ok so PRANA got in touch and asked us to share this idea of their which will certainly help most,myself included for those stressful times. So if you suffer from stress this little gadget might just be able to help,its small and not intrusive. PRANA for me sounds like a good idea and works alongside an app via your mobile via Bluetooth,this will monitor how you breathe and your posture if you are one of those people stuck at an office desk all day this is something to look into.. This idea includes passive tracking and active training which is gamified.

How does PRANA work?

Prana is the first activity tracker to combine three critical body function measures to comprehensively improve the quality of breathing for maximum stress fighting results. These measures are diaphragmatic breathing, posture, and breath patterns. Prana’s advanced algorithms uniquely integrate these measures in a clear actionable way. Our app provides both passive tracking and active training strategies to improve how we breathe. Passive tracking monitors your breathing and posture in the background, occasionally warning you to adjust your breath or body pose. Our active training provides a fully interactive gamified experience to make it easy and fun to retrain breathing for many lasting benefits. Another alternative is to try Delta 10.

Prana makes it easy to harness the power of good breathing and posture for many healthy benefits. Prana can trigger a relaxation response within two minutes of use. It is a 100% drug free stress relief device.

Prana includes:

  • An elegantly designed clip-on device worn on the waistband, featuring a stylish metallically finished case, measuring only 1.25” X ¼” for a comfortable and non-obtrusive wearable experience (black version available with stretch goal 1), Bluetooth LE connection to your smartphone
  • Wireless charging base
  • A mobile app with cutting edge patent pending algorithms seamlessly unifying diaphragmatic breathing, posture, and breath patterns
  • For both iOS & Android

 

Specs

  • Prana utilizes highly sensitive multi-axis accelerometers, making even the lightest breathing detectable
  • Low energy Bluetooth (BLE) connection to most smartphones  (iOS and Android)
  • Energy efficient mobile processor with flash memory
  • Switchless design
  • Rechargeable Battery life of 7 days and up
  • Qi wireless charging base
  • Vibrational element to gently inform via on-device buzz when breath or posture can be improved
  • Highly advanced new algorithms to disentangle breath from posture signals from one location on the waistband
  • Sleek and metallically finished case with clip, worn on the waist (1.25″ x 0.25″)

This seems like a simple solution to a common problem,one which I often ask myself what actually works because pills dont.

See the full details over on IndieGoGo

Warning – If you get an sms from the number 57977 ignore it and report. #SMS #Scam

A few enquiries  have came in and some on local forums about this number in particular which is 57977 so first and foremost if you get it just delete it straight away..

You will be asked to answer some questions to win an iPhone 6 or another  tasty prize and more  which all sound fine and dandy but this is a premium service and will cost you money on your account. There is however more than one service using this shortcode as pointed out on Service Checker which points out to be all subscription services so caution is required here and also to note when using your device be always cautious as to what you sign into or up for as often the case people get caught out with one scam or another and there is plenty going around..  77games.ie is one to watch in particular.. One customer had a bill for €27 despite sending STOP to the number,if you see these competitions on the likes of Facebook this is one place where they will catch you out using your number..

 

 

 

Phonenumbers.ie have also a raft of complaints about this number in particular as seen below..

You can check out Service Checker if you get the sms and should you be caught out report the,you can also find out who they are and contact them via the site.

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If you have any other issues and wish to dispute any charges you can get  Comreg at  01 804 9668 or 1890 229668 / email consumerline@comreg.ie.

 

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The Countdown Official App lands on Android #Countdown #Android #TVGames

The popular quiz show Countdown now has an Android app in the Google Play store which will set you back 0.84cent. But that is if you can get it,for now the App is region locked to the UK but app fans know how to work around that so there is no need for us to tell you how to do so..

The app has got mixed reviews to date which is expected at any launch of a new app but nonetheless it is there now for you to try out should you be needing a new game to pass time. As the game is new by reading the reviews it seems to need some work so lets hope the dev is listening and from what looks like a good game lives on to be one..

OFFICIAL COUNTDOWN IS FINALLY HERE ON ANDROID!

∆ Here’s your chance to play the iconic game and prove yourself as a master of vocabulary and maths!
∆ Find the longest words with the letters available in the ‘LETTERS ROUND’ and calculate the solutions that will bring you to the targets in the ‘NUMBERS ROUND’.
∆ See if you can finish with a flourish as you attempt to unscramble the COUNTDOWN CONUNDRUM at the end of the show.
∆ Includes the iconic theme music AND the famous Countdown Clock!
∆ Play against friends
∆ Includes the Oxford Dictionary of English (with definitions)

* GAME FEATURES
– The same addictive gameplay as the TV show, all played against the famous Countdown clock.
– Quick Play – a shortened game for players who want a quick fix
– Conundrum only game – test yourself against 900+ Conundrums

See more about the game features at the store below.