Tag: TECHNOLOGY

IFA Day 1

Post author By Editor
Post date 31/08/2016

Acer has an interesting product line up this season from the ailing tech company, the brand introduced devices ranging from interacting toys for pets to a hyped up gaming pc.

The Pawbo is for pets lovers all over the world who feel guilty about their four legged friends alone. An interactive gadget is designed for pet interaction that can be controlled from a smartphone while away from home. It even offers treats.

The Xplova is a smart cycling computer with built in camera. It monitors speed and fitness levels.

Staying to its core strength, the brand introduced a new gaming pc, Predator 21 is with a curve monitor, is impressive.

New gaming technologies include infinite screen, eye tracking technology and intuitive sensing.

High-end home appliance maker Bosch’s theme is “Home Connected”. The man inside the refrigerator now has company, a camera. No more guessing what is on the self. Just check via a smartphone app. All appliances from the brand are locally produced with tight quality control procedures. If you buy a home appliance from the brand in the US. It was produce in the US.

Panasonic is investing in “Future Living” and smart cities as the company has become involved in sustainability eco-friendly services and technology on city size scale. In Berlin there company is involved in building a smart city in the Aldershof District with an emphasis on people and connectivity.

Laundroid is a appliance device that washes, dry, and folds clothing. Available soon!

Samsung proves why it is still the top brand in the android world. The Galaxy 7 smartphone is impressive with pen and user interaction. Very smooth interface and great camera. There is also a retina scan ID feature.

The new Gear 3 smartwatch comes in two styles, one classic, the other is sporty, using Tizan Operating System, has 4GB internal storage with battery life of up to 4 days depending on usage. There are two buttons, the home and back with a rotating bezel for scrolling and navigating applications, also different digital faces with a continuing display. The display/face is 1.3 inches. The casing is a bit thick. There is an option to change bands.

Tags Acer, berlin, bosch, connected home, digital, ifa, ifa16, panasonic, samsung, Smartphone, smartwatch, Tech, TECHNOLOGY

Technology

Parrot Drone

Post author By Editor
Post date 24/08/2016

We had fun testing the Parrot Bebop Drone in the park.

for more information go to Parrot.com

Tags berlin, drone, ifa, Parrot, Tech, TECHNOLOGY, video, video of drone

Technology

My Parrot Experiences

Post author By Editor
Post date 26/07/2016

Parrot Bebop Drone

We had a good time testing our first drone, The Bebop Drone by taking baby steps. Nothing too fancy or daring only a run in our local parks. It is easy to operate by downloading the app to a smartphone then connecting to the device with WIFI. Maneuverable with 4 three blade propellers enables a top horizontal speed of 37mph. The drone also has a fish eye -vertical stabilizing camera lens in front capable of live streaming. On a fully charged lithium battery the flight time can be 25 minutes.

The Bebop control interface is simple to use on screen, just a tilt to direct the movement of the drone or touch the button to bring it down safely.

Being the first time using a drone we decided not to push it to the limits but only do the basic ups and downs. Conclusion: A cool device, people noticed. It is for kid in us who liked electric trains.

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Parrot Zik 3

Soft croc leather headphones, stylish, hi tech with sharp, brilliant sound, the Parrot Zik 3 headsets is collaboration between the brand and designer Philippe Starck. Offering many elements from touch sensitive controls on the ear pieces, noise cancellation, with a replaceable battery this is the most advanced headset I have used. Comfortable over the ears fit, wireless, mean a premium listening experience. I went into my own world, the headphones do all the work by adjusting based on the noise levels in the surrounding environment.

The design aspects attracted me to the brand a distinctive look that looked high quality, sleek without the overt branding of other headphones. The devices design style is the brand, making it more individualistic tech piece.

Downloadable App for smartphones for the control panel is available. Using the app allows the user to monitor sound levels and other features. Wireless with an optional cord for connecting to a device, a rechargeable battery Li-lon are included.

Recommendation: Yes, these headphones are worth the price if you are looking for best of the best.

For more information go to:Parrot.com

Tags drone, gadgets, Headphones, Parrot, Tech, TECHNOLOGY, wearable tech

Technology

Canon Legria

Post author By Editor
Post date 12/07/2016

As in past posts, I review tech devices that are consumer friendly. I tend to run from appointment to appointment, place to place, so I favor small, portable devices that can deliver because depending on the situation I will either need pictures or videos.

I used the Canon Legria HFG30 HD camcorder during Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Berlin. The camcorder was easy to handle and flexible in my hand. I used the recorder for producing behind the scenes images of shows and impromptu interviews with designers. During Fashion Week I adapt a Guerilla Maker film style of handheld shooting because I never know what will happen or where is action is taking place.

The control buttons were conveniently placed for fast operation of all the features. There is a 3.5in OLED touch screen monitor for viewing with a touchscreen; there is an optional view finder. Equipped with Wi-Fi for fast uploads to social media outlets. I decided to review my footage from the SD Card (comes with two SD Card Slots) on my PC before channeling videos online.

On the top panel there is a camera and media playback button for recording and effects. Secondly, there is an Auto and Cinema button for filters and special effects. The digital zoom optics are smooth, the color accuracy is superior making it easy to capture good images. There are two inputs for microphone and headphone usage. For the series videographers there is a shoe on top for adding accessories.

I did find when turning on the camera the interface/software was a bit slow at the beginning. Secondly, for some reason viewing directly was not possible from the card. When I was transferring content from the SD-Card to the Mac there was an additional step of searching for images or videos using Photo.

I recommend the Canon Legria HFG30. I had a lot of fun with it. The price is a bit steep but worth it.

For more information go to Canon.

Tags Camera, Canon, digital camera, mbfwb, Tech, TECHNOLOGY, Videocamera

Technology

CES Highlights

Post author By Editor
Post date 07/01/2016

The biggest technology fair is underway in Las Vegas, Consumer Electronics Show 2016. Themes this year are the connected house, drones, and of course wearables.

Looking over all the devices ( check back for more recommendations) I made a list of what I liked or found intriguing.