TV JUST GOT MORE ADDICTIVE,...HAVE AN APPLE WITH THAT.

So the big Apple event held on Sept 9 2015 is come and gone, most of you must have been wondering..."why didn't we cover something about this???", well, we are not mobile tech bloggers but more about concepts...design and tech concepts mostly. Frankly, we didn't see anything blowing our heads over for (...not entirely true, thus this post). Something did however catch our attention and we are bringing it to you now.

With the Apple Event came a number of unveiling such as the iPhone 6S and 6S+, a couple of new iPad, software improvements for the iWatch and the soon to be released IOS 9 (...if you really want to know all the juicy details about all these, well, you're online). Among all the unveiling, there it was...the Apple TV 2015 (...Apple TV 2nd edition too if you like).

It's Apple TV, not much fuss eh...you'd say, but lets look a bit into its details. lets outline some of the key-points of the new Apple TV 2015 shall we;

• it connects to your home TV via HDMI (...every TV these days has that port so check).
• connects via ethernet port to the internet to provide content like an iPad.
• it is small and discrete, minimalistic design will blend with your living room or wherever you put it.
• it has a UI and UX very much like a blown out Apple App Store, soothing and easy to navigate (...user interface and user experience, two different things so read up on them).
• the remote control has direct link to use Siri (...Apples Virtual Assistant) for searches, control certain media playback and quite much more. It also has a touch area for easy scrolling, swiping and general navigation.
• it provides rich content streaming services, like YouTube, CNN, Disney, ESPN...and so much more.
• you can rent and watch your favorite movies and TV show (...Avengers 2, Game of Thrones etc)
• not just movies and shows but your music is there with a sort of if not exactly iTunes service.
• now you can also get dedicated games on the Apple TV like you would your iPad and play with your wide screen TV (...ding! ding!! ding!!! we are sold).
• there are thousands of Apps that will be available to install and use, from media streaming, games, educational, sports, creativity, reading and so much more.
• it is not expensive (...knowing how Apple products and the word expensive are usually synonymous, this is good news).

All said and so not done, we think having this device in our homes will bring so much more entertainment and productivity to the table, not just home but also in your office (...private office or staff lounge). We could take online courses through certain apps on a much wider view, watch all our favorite shows without cable TV and certainly not on your laptop or tablet anymore (...those can be saved for more on-the-go work), play all your top-end games like Asphalt, Injustice, Modern Combat, FIFA, Infinity Blade and so on.

The remote bundled with the Apple TV 2015 deserves its own paragraph entirely (...we will only be brief however) as it brings a whole new level of interaction with the Apple TV. Allowing for touch navigation and game controls, it will certainly be improved over time to do things like pinch to zoom and pan (...possibly the next model will include force touch as seen in the new iPhone 6+...at least you should have learnt that much about the new iPhones).

Our thoughts:

We love the updates brought to the new Apple TV, it is quite refreshing and we cannot wait to get one to fully experience it. Yes, it relies a lot on online content and depending on where you are in the world, it could be a bit of a hassle but that too is changing as internet services are getting more affordable and reaching even more areas around the world. 

There's the competition, Nexus Player from Google (...yes, Google has theirs, stop living in your cave) which offers very similar content but it appears to lack behind that of Apple right now. A refreshed model though of the Nexus Player should bring some serious competition but for now, the Apple TV 2015 is it. At $150 for the 32GB version and $200 for the 64GB, we say TV could not get any better right now. 

well done Apple, and all the best.

P.S- try and read a book every now and then. If books are not your thing, then read intelligent articles/post online at least everyday.

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"VENICE" HAS ITS WAY WITH LOOKS AND ANDROID...YES IT IS A BB.

A while back, we heard rumors of a BB Slider and soon after, we saw images of what it will look like. Not much detail was know but it will now appear that BlackBerry has been working hard to get into the market hard with the all new BlackBerry Venice. The device has been shown to run on Android via live images and even videos (...we don't have a link to a video but YouTube should) which as you can see in the images, it was not supposedly running such.
If you don't still understand what we are trying to let you know, lets simplify it shall we;

• the new BB Venice will not be running BBOS, whether surface or underneath. It will be running Pure Android (...mostly pure) and most likely Lollipop 5.1 (...with a good chance of Android Marshmallow 6.0 update).

• you wont be using BB World on it for app downloads and management, you will be using the Play Store of Google which is what Android uses.

• you will have a plethora of Android apps to install on your BB making it as efficient as any other Android device out there (...like Samsung, Sony and Co.)

• your BBM will be there as the major messaging app plus BB is most likely going to install their own security features on the Venice which if you know one thing about BB, it is that their security is tight (...very tight).

There, so now you have a more decent understanding of what to expect from the BB "Venice" (...nice name by the way). This device certainly has our attention and we will keep up with it, Personally we will like to see the BB Classic come with an option to download and install an Android OS update via their official site, this will allow more users the flexibility of trying out both BBOS and Android OS to choose their best fit (...plus we just think Android Lollipop will suite the BB Classic more).
Well done BlackBerry, and all the best with the "Venice" (...did we mention how cool the name is? haha).

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WINDOWS 10 AFTER UMMM...TWO WEEKS, SHE KNOWS.

Hey there! so we got our free upgrade to windows 10 a couple of weeks back and we were opportune to upgrade two devices and test them from different platforms, one was upgraded from Windows 7 and the other from Windows 8.1. That being said, we are sure you are just ready for the conclusion and we kinda dislike stalling (...which an average blogger masters in order to keep you longer on their blog) so here goes.

The Windows 7 was a laptop and after installing our free upgrade to windows 10 heres what we made out of it;

• we had Windows 7 home and so we got Windows 10 home when we upgraded.
• Cortana didn't work as anticipated due to region and language settings that somehow no matter what we tried in manipulating the settings to get her to work (...with voice commands and dictations, not the search thing) she just did not want to give in.
• there was a lot of freezing and slow start-up/shut-down, over the top CPU usage thus lots of generated heat and the memory was almost at all times completely being utilized.
• on the plus side, the apps previously installed all worked perfectly without a hitch and no files were tampered with.
• other features of Windows 10 worked as expected like Edge browser, the multi-desktop and the app store.
• the new music player forced closed a number of times but eeerrr its kinda more stable after consistent use.
• overall, Windows 7 (...home particularly, that's what we tested) upgraded to Windows 10, starts off in the most uncomfortable way(...more like "you're gonna want to smash your system" kinda way) but later on tends to get less annoying and more productive but be warned, it will try your patience.

On to the Windows 8.1 update, this is as detailed as we can get on our experience;

• the initial transition was slow and draggy, we guess its a phase thing but it wasn't as crazy as that of the Windows 7 transition.
• we got Windows 10 pro as we updated from windows 8.1 pro (...the pro version is way more productive, trust us).
• Cortana worked at her best with no setting tampering, she was up and ready immediately we were done installing.
• all main features of Windows 10 worked excellently.
• odd how we did not experience such memory choke and CPU over working here, all systems were just right like we never moved from Windows 8.1 and we guess is has a lot to do with the fact that both Windows 10 and 8/8.1 have a sort of similar backbone unlike Windows 7 which is like a total stranger.
• all in all, we are enjoying our transition and its not so obviously different from Windows 8.1 (...the start screen is gone and we have the start menu though, don't worry, you'll like it)

In conclusion, we did take our time using both and we still are, overall we are finding the transition very interesting and quite refreshing in the sense that its a familiar stranger sort of upgrade. One thing we must however point and stress out is how much data the new Windows 10 digs into of you, it is very very very personal like "white on rice" personal, monitoring, suggesting, understanding your usage and interaction generally (...she is like a enamored stalker that must have you at all cost) so be weary about that and carefully go through your settings to limit as much info as you can which you don't want her to access (...like us, we just don't feel so comfortable with her hands literally everywhere).

You should be excited to update (...if you have not already) and we can say it is a go if you're coming from Windows 8/8.1. however, from Windows 7, well...it is not a bad idea but be ready for the tantrums your system will throw at you. if you survive that, then you most certainly will enjoy Windows 10 in all her glory.

On a last note, enjoy this display of how Cortana relates with you (...she is really smart, smarter than yours). 

P.S- sorry for the delayed review, no excuses to give...only apology to you our number one reader. love you lots.

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THE XPERIA M5 BLURS THE LINE BETWEEN TOP-END AND MID-RANGE...OH YES IT DOES.

We love Xperia phones, their build, style, quality and charm just leaves you and anyone around, mesmerized. They certainly know how to keep every range of their mobile devices appealing.

Sony Xperia has announced the C5 and M5 but we are more interested in the M5 (...sounds like a name from MI5) and these features will explain in itself why it piqued our interest.
The main features of the M5 we are noting include;

• the Xperia M5 is water and dust proof (...it doesn't pick up on dust nor allows it into its build and incase you want to ask, it can take a shower and probably a dip with you).
• the M5 has a whooping 21.5MP rear camera with 5x zoom without image quality loss (...okay, we like, very much) and on the front it has a 13MP auto-focus camera with full HD recording (...these camera MP ratings should be respected and not, we repeat, NOT be compared to those ugly China phones flooding the market, this is SONY).
• it has a 5" full HD screen producing vivid colors and sharp images with the Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine installed. The details look stunning and the viewing angles are amazing.
• under the hood we have a 64-bit Octa Core processor, 3GB RAM and 16GB internal storage with support for external storage up to 200GB (...hey Sony, easy, we are already impressed).
• a two day battery life thanks to the 2600mAh battery installed and yes it comes with 4G and NFC connectivity (...not certain about dual-SIM, what is it with you people and dual-SIM?).
• excellent Omni-balance design with metal frame and front and rear glass protection just kills the M5 with style (...is it just us or are we over excited about this device? meh! its most likely just you).

We have given the basics about this device and we are sure you are already head over hills for it, what will really pull the trigger now is the price and from rumors...it will probably be between $300 - $400, do the maths in your local currency. It will be released this August to the market but which market receives it earlier...we can not say.

Our thoughts:

We are truly impressed by the specifications of the Xperia M5, it truly treads in the territory of flagship device and thus should not be overlooked. With major flagships costing so much (...an arm and a leg mostly) it is very bold of Sony to put up a device that irrespective of the mid-fees, will provide the user with competitive top tier performance. At least we can say that certain 2014 flagships are lacking in certain strong areas that the Xperia M5 stands head high in.
Thinking of changing your device this year (...or even next year) without conforming to the madness of flagships, then note the Xperia M5 down as a possible option (...there's the Moto G 3rd Gen too).
Well done Sony.

P.S- if you host a party and there are party packs, make sure everyone gets one...everyone.

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WELCOME WINDOWS 10 AND WE ARE SOOO EXCITEEEEEED...WAIT LETS US TAKE SNAPSHOTS!!!

Windows 10 became official yesterday 29 July 2015 (...we will like to read this in 10 years and remember the feeling) and all geeks are losing it, downloads are happening, settings being modified, terms and conditions read and approved (...who ever reads those). A lot of hype did go into the emergence of Windows 10 and with it finally out, well...lets see whats it is really about and how it changes everything.

We got our free reservation of Windows 10 but since we just couldn't wait any longer for the auto-install update, we went ahead and got it all installed (...yes, you can do that officially), and viola!!! we are now running on the latest update to the Windows OS. We are so excited to see what it can really do and how much change it brings but here are some snapshots of ours running. 

Windows 10 brings the following to the table;

• Virtual personal assistant Cortana that you can talk and type to when in need of info. 
• Revamped browser with functionalities like "read later", "scribble, save and send pages" and "Cortana" syncing.
• Multiple work screens with each not affecting the performance of the other.
• Returned and improved start menu.

No more typing, we are going exploring so that's that. we will give our full hands-on experience after a week (...next Friday, hopefully). This should help you all who are not certain if this upgrade is for you or not. So relax and wait on us to fill you in before you make your choice. Upgrades are not all rosy (...especially at launch) but don't fret because we will make sure you know what you're doing thus avoiding nuisances and regrets.

P.S- reading can be fun, school makes it boring but it really can be fun and you should never stop reading.

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MOTO 2015 LINE-UP HAVE GOT OUR MOJO WORKING, YOURS TOO.

 Hey there people, its been a while (...more like eternity) we got a post for you but somehow there was just too much (...but little inspiring) concepts and techs to post about but we got something to get our mojo flowing again and its all thanks to Motorola.

The pure Android phone manufacturers have just announced the release of their 2015 line up of devices and we must say, we do find them stunning and tempting. 

Introducing the Moto G 2015, Moto X Style and Moto X Play. these three devices smartly cut into all categories of class, the Moto G for the low-end, the Moto X Play for the mid-range and the Moto X Style for the high-end, plus they seem to do their job in each aspect they represent.

Looking at the quick specs sheet,

• Moto X Style is simply beautiful in craftsmanship, it comes with a brilliant 5.7" Quad HD gorilla glass protected display (...exceedingly sharp and crisp with 551ppi), a "Motorola Mobile Computing System including a 1.8GHz Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 808 with hexa-core CPU (MSM8992), Adreno 418 GPU, Natural Language Processor, and Contextual Computing Processor", front facing speakers with stereo sound, a 3000mAh battery for all day use (...it better be more than a day), water repellent coating for splashes and accidental dunks (...we wouldn't advise swimming), 21MP camera with zero shutter lag, rapid focus and color-balancing flash (...the what now?) plus a 5MP front facing camera with flash also (...very nice). internal memory options are 16, 32 and 64GB with external micro-SD of course. RAM is 3GB and the usual connectivity options are available including NFC.

• Moto X Play is the mid-ranger here with a 5.5" full HD display of 403ppi and gorilla glass protection, a 3630mAh battery to keep you going for two days (...certainly more depending on usage). the processor is a "Motorola Mobile Computing System including 1.7GHz Qualcomm®Snapdragon™ 615 Octa-core CPU, Adreno 405 @ 550 MHz GPU, Natural Language Processor, Contextual Computing Processor" which is very capable of runing your power hungry games and apps quite easily. memory options are 16 and 32GB while RAM is 2GB. all other features are same as its high-end sibling (...mostly).

• Moto G 2015, the low-end device doing big things comes with a 5" HD display of 294ppi and Gorilla glass protection, 2470mAh of battery for all day use (...more or less), a "Qualcomm® Snapdragon(TM) 410 (MSM8916) processor with 1.4 GHz quad-core CPU, Adreno 306 with 400 MHz GPU " which is an upgrade from last years Moto G model (...we used one and it did surprisingly well like a mid-range), 8GB internal memory with microSD option and 1GB of RAM (...okay, this part we frown on, WHY? 16GB with 2BG RAM should have been it). it has a 13MP rear camera with a quick capture function and color-balancing flash, the front is a 5MP one with display flash (...both are improved upgrades from the previous), splash proof and all connectivity options are present...oops! no NFC here. 

Our thoughts:

We love, love and love all three devices, one thing (...among others) about Moto phones is the pure Android O.S installed in them, no bloatware (...ahem, Sammy) or such annoyances. If you have ever used a pure Android device then you'll understand. The build and specs of these devices will appeal to all class of power users definitely and it would appear their prices are just right too (...yep, we are not putting them up). Moto products are not big here in Nigeria and its almost a divine scene when people see our Moto phone and ask which brand to be answered "its Motorola". As a customer, we cannot guarantee you will readily be able to get these devices locally but a bit of digging wont hurt and we will be glad to take your orders too.

WELL DONE MOTOROLA...(we are not fan boys btw).

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YOUR EYES JUST GOT AN UPGRADE...BULLET TIME ANYONE???

 We've always wondered if our eyes could be modified somehow to do more than what it can without added strain or stress and then as curiosity would have it,...we stumbled upon this pretty neat technology concept that provides such a solution.

The company is MHOX (...google or Bing them to know more), a generative design studio in Italy and they are proposing this very interesting concept for synthetic eyeballs that are 3D printed (...dont know what a 3D printer is??? start researching) and will be equipped with a number of amazing features.

Named EYE (...Enhance Your Eye, literally thats what its called), there will be three concepts for clients/patients to select from.

• EYE Heal, which its main functions are to cure blindness, eye diseases and deterioration.

• EYE Enhance, this version will provide the extra of sharper vision, given the patient 15/10 vision (...we have 20/20 vision which is lower in resolution and quality, do your research), it will have a built in camera to sync to your devices and get this...swallow-able pills to activate different filters (...temporarily we hope).

• EYE Advance, added will be a wi-fi modem that can be activated by taking a pill to sync online directly (...we are not sure the extent of the wi-fi usage, like internet access directly from the eye or something).

Now be aware, clients will have to get their natural eyes surgically removed to be replaced with an artificial retina receptor that will allow interchanging of EYE by the user without even seeing a specialist (...kinda creepy interchanging eyes, but kinda cool too).

This is all a concept but seems work has already commenced to making this a reality, what can we say, the future of bio-technology will only keep getting more interesting.

Our Thoughts:

We think this is really cool and all, having a synthetic eye or pair of eyes that can do so much over the ones we have, plus it eliminates the fear of becoming blind or getting eye diseases that could leave one without an eye (...or two), having one less part of your body to worry about is relieving. 

We would like to see the EYE concept integrate things like the following; 

• Increase the viewing frame rate by gesture control (...or winking or blinking in sequence, that will do too), allowing users to see otherwise very fast movements we cant normally follow.
• Night mode and day mode, allowing users to see at higher details in the darkest of night and in the brightest of day, it can go as far as thermal vision and flash bang auto protect mode for military usage (...or Secret Agent usage).
• Another thing we will like implemented is the ability for EYE to keep track and monitor the view area constantly for familiar identities, threatening situations and mapping (...should you be looking for a location or are lost).

It will really be a significant invention if...rather when implemented, we could collaborate with the team behind this and create our own models with the listed functions (...you never know). We love this concept and wish MHOX all the best in making this a reality.

P.S - don't be afraid to imagine, let your imaginations run wild, you never know what great revelation could come in.

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