It’s easy to dismiss the iPhone 7 Plus as a seemingly underwhelming update because of its similar form factor to the iPhone 6 Plus. However, there are very noteworthy updates to this phone – and after 6 months of use, I can say most assuredly that this is still a fantastic upgrade in almost every way. Continue reading
I thought they might be a bit pricey.
I thought they might be easy to lose.
And, I thought that they might look a bit awkward when worn.
As it turns out however, Apple’s AirPods may just be one of the best products they’ve brought to market in a long time – with a classic Apple user-friendly experience and fewer drawbacks than I expected from their first entry of completely wireless stereo headphones. Continue reading
Nowadays, virtually all our devices have some form of geolocation service built in. Thanks to GPS, when you lose something or even someone, they don’t remain lost for very long. However, there are still some things such as my Wallet and Keys that stay lost when I misplace them.
TrackR is a tiny coin-sized Bluetooth device that uses your smartphone’s GPS to convert your losable items into findable objects that can even “call out” to you before you leave them behind. Continue reading
Back in 2013 I called the Sony Ericsson MW600 Stereo Bluetooth Headset the ultimate Bluetooth device – mainly because it enabled me to turn any of my existing headphones into wireless ones. Since that time, that Stereo Bluetooth Headset has become an indispensable accessory for an iPhone that has gotten larger and farther away from my pocket than ever before. Continue reading
The long awaited Apple Watch.
While many continue to wait… as a “Late Comer” to the realm of Smart Watches, Apple’s introduction remains mired in the fog of supply shortages, brand bashing, criticism and praise. One fact however is undeniably clear – the launch of the Apple Watch has been an undisputed success. More units sold in the first weekend than other Smart Watches sold the entire year before the Apple Watch’s arrival – with the majority of its buyers having never even held one in their hands. I was among these that placed the order in the first minute(s) of availability hoping to receive on launch day Apple’s first entry in the wearable market.
Well I’ve been wearing my Watch for almost a month now and people continue to ask me if it lives up to all the hype. While I admit it may not (yet) be a must-have device for most, many like me may quickly appreciate its style, usefulness, and clear potential to do more.
After being long accustomed to navigating an iPhone, the Apple Watch interface can at first feel seemingly unnatural – but the learning curve isn’t steep. In fact, setup is extremely easy and once you quickly learn to navigate, personalization is fun and intuitive. The Apple Watch has a more solid level of performance than I expected from a first generation product. But, that’s not to say it doesn’t have its shortcomings. Continue reading
If you’re a busy parent and/or professional like me, you embrace every moment of downtime you are fortunate to get. For me lately, my personal quiet time has been occupied with immersing myself in a book or two. With today’s technology, book reading has never been more accessible or convenient.
Not more than a decade ago, most of my precious downtime would be spent getting the content to enjoy – driving to the bookstore, waiting in line, or even waiting for a Book or Book-On-Tape/CD to be restocked. Now I get both Books and Audiobooks instantly delivered to me digitally, they typically cost far less than the paper or CD counterparts, fewer trees die and less plastic enters the world.
Tablets, Smartphones, and Wireless Networking combined have set the foundation for a Book Lovers Paradise – but in between Books and Audiobooks, I’ve observed this to be a Paradise divided… Until recently.
Being the Geek that I was, I remember the days when I would carry around a bag filled with the gadgets that I might need. Now, being the Geek-Dad I am, I carry around a bag filled with the things my kids do need – with little room left for my things.
I’ve owned a variety of Bluetooth headsets. New innovations and features would lure me from one brand to another. But, once I tried a Jawbone, it had quickly become a favorite. It didn’t initially win me over in style, and definitely not in size (early versions were ridiculously huge). I came to appreciate Jawbone because I found their headsets simply have the best military-grade noise canceling of any reasonably priced Bluetooth earpiece.
But now, the newest Jawbone has it all – epic noise cancellation, style, and a lot of Helpy Features. And, it’s small… Really small.
If Roasted Turkeys, Candied Yams, and Holiday Sweets are expected to occupy your dinner plate this holiday season, now has never been a better time to stay active and motivated to counteract what the holiday may add to your waistline. Continue reading
It’s been a week now since I’ve updated to Apple’s biggest iOS change in years and I have to say I can never imagine going back. The newest operating system is cleaner, simpler, and more helpful than the versions before it.