Monthly Archives: August 2016

Renault Megane 2016 review: Dynamique or dud?

August 11, 2016Carscoupe, renault, Renault Megane 2016, Review, Sharp, Volkswagen

This is the fourth-generation Renault Megane – the French company’s mid-sized family hatchback, which has been with us since 1995. In that time, Renault has sold over a half a million of the things in the UK.

Whereas its Volkswagen Golf competitor evolves subtly with each iteration, Renault’s hatchbacks have tended to change significantly each time they’re updated. And so it goes with the 2016 Megane – a sharp-suited, yet softly surfaced car, replacing the slightly blobby and bland previous offering.

Whereas once Renault offered a multitude of Megane types – 3-door coupe, folding hard top, MPV – the new car will come as 5-door hatch, sport tourer estate and saloon only. So if you’re looking for sporty, the 5-door is about as good as it gets.
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L. Kendall K4 Watch Hands-On

August 11, 2016WearablesL. Kendall K4 Watch, watch

Launched in 2015, the L. Kendall watch brand comes with some serious historic roots in the name. Larcum Kendall was a British watchmaker who lived from 1719 until 1790. Among other things, he is well-known among horological historians for producing the marine chronometer that Captain James Cook used when exploring the Americas. Historians refer to the watches Kendall produced as “K1,” “K2,” and “K3.” It is thus that the “new” L. Kendall watch brand starts off with the K4.

L. Kendall K4 Watch Hands-On Hands-On
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Lindy BNX-60 review

August 11, 2016Audio & VideoBluetooth, earphones, headphone, headphones, Lindy BNX-60, Review, wireless

The headphone market has grown exponentially in recent years. Whether you want a cheap pair or you feel like breaking the bank, and no matter the features you require, there’s more choice than ever.

That competition has invariably meant cheaper prices – and products like the Lindy BNX-60 headphones: a pair of wireless aptX Bluetooth headphones, complete with active noise-cancelling technology, for less than £100.

But before you dismiss these budget earphones, remember the Lindy NCX-100 headphones – a £100 pair of noise-cancelling headphones that garnered a respectable four-star review.

The Lindy BNX-60 headphones look to build on their success, while adding the small matter of wireless functionality.
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2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 Review – Trading ponies for stallions

August 10, 2016Cars2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350, coupe, Ford, Ford Mustang, Ford Mustang Shelby GT350, kick, lightning, Mustang, Review, Slashgear

The 2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 wasn’t designed to kick ass at the drag strip, but that doesn’t mean I’m not sitting in the right-hand lane of the closest 1320 waiting for the staging lights to clear. You see, yesterday’s lightning storm wiped out the lapping sessions I was scheduled to attend that evening, which left me scrambling to find a track on which to sample Ford’s all-new apex pony car.

Why am I so eager to set the GT350 loose from the confines of the well-patrolled, heavily-trafficked roads that surround the island of Montreal? It’s simple, really: when Ford designed the latest iteration in its long line of high performance, Shelby-badged Mustangs (and the first to be released without the involvement of original creator, the late Carroll Shelby), it set out to build a track car for the street. Much more like the Boss 302 that preceded it, rather than the hyper-muscled Shelby GT500 that shares its name, the Shelby GT350 happens to benefit from the best platform to ever underpin the coupe as its starting point.
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https://www.slashgear.com/2016-ford-mustang-shelby-gt350-review-10451174/

Aukey SK-M12 Outdoor Bluetooth speaker review : Surprisingly sonorous

August 10, 2016Audio & Videobicycle, Bluetooth, mini, Review, speaker, stereo, wireless

This little-known weatherized speaker has all the features you’ll want, with the exception of running a pair of them in stereo, and it might even sound better than the competition.

At first glance, I thought Aukey had sent me a grown-up version of the Altec Lansing Mini Lifejacket III Bluetooth speaker by mistake. Aukey’s SK-M12 wireless outdoor speaker is larger, but it delivers the same clear sound, and it has the same bolt-hole mount for attachment to your bicycle or whatever.

Aukey takes things a step further by adding oomph in the bass-response department. I wouldn’t call it kickin’, but there’s enough that you won’t start missing it. This is the Bluetooth speaker I’d be most likely to take to the beach.
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https://www.techhive.com/article/3094405/consumer-electronics/aukey-sk-m12-outdoor-bluetooth-speaker-review-surprisingly-sonorous.html

NEFFOS C5 MAX REVIEW : SMARTPHONE BY TP-LINK

August 10, 2016Phones1080p, camera, full HD, HD, Review, smartphone

The C5 Max uses full HD 1080p display compared to HD 720p on the C5. The C5 Max is noticeably brighter, and in fact, is the brightest among the smartphones below.

The C5 Max has a 13MP rear camera while the C5 houses a 8MP, and there is marked difference in image quality upon close review. C5 Max is sharper and handles white balance better. Taken through a tinted window, here’s the C5 Max cropped at lower right, from 4160 x 3120 (13MP) to 1117 x 840.
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Neffos C5 Max Review: Smartphone by TP-LINK

VOLKSWAGEN SPORTSVAN REVIEW : 1.4 HIGHLINE (SINGAPORE MARKET)

August 10, 2016CarsExpress, Review, Volkswagen, vw

I was really delighted when Volkswagen Singapore contacted me to express their interest to loan me the Sportsvan Highline for a review, after they read my blog on the VW Jetta. My initial thought was: are there significant differences compared to my Jetta? After a 3-day test drive, I have uncovered so many features and gathered a bucket full of thoughts about the Sportsvan.

Design

Whenever I mention the name “Sportsvan” to my peers, they thought I was reviewing a van. The Sportsvan is actually a compact 5-seater MPV. It is shorter than Jetta by 83mm, a little wider than Jetta, slightly shorter wheelbase. This, plus a shorter front bonnet, makes the Sportsvan easy to manoeuvre. It might be hard to tell it’s a Sportsvan on the road because there is no badge behind the car, unless owners opt for the sticker decal that runs along the doors.
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https://musicphotolife.com/2016/07/volkswagen-sportsvan-review-highline-singapore/

Sony Cyber-shot RX10 Mark III Review

August 10, 2016Cameras35mm, camera, cmos, lens, optical, Review, rx10, sensor, Sony, video

Sony Cyber-shot RX10 Mark III Review – We review the third version of the Sony Cyber-shot RX10, the Mark III, with a new telephoto zoom lens.

Sony Cyber Shot RX10 MarkIII (12)

The Sony Cyber-shot RX10 Mark III is the third version of the RX10 bridge camera from Sony, with the latest version featuring a 25x optical zoom lens with a bright f/2.4 to f/4.0 aperture, and a zoom range equivalent to 24 to 600mm in 35mm terms. The camera features the same “stacked” 20 megapixel BSI CMOS sensor as the RX10 Mark II, which enables high speed continues shooting as well as high speed video.
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https://www.ephotozine.com/article/sony-cyber-shot-rx10-mark-iii-review-29672

HP Omen 15 (2016) Review

August 10, 2016Computers & ITAlienware, business, Dell, dual core, gaming, gaming laptop, HP, hp envy, HP Omen, laptop, MacBook, macbook pro, pc, printers, Review, sword

HP is a trusted brand–a big US company that’s been around for eons (by tech standards) and makes products that generally work well and are backed by a warranty and support. There’s another element to brand that’s tied to marketing–a company with a clear product line that follows through with what they advertise and laud in their own product range. If you set expectations, you need to maintain them or risk losing consumer trust at the worst, or at the least, confuse the consumer. This is where HP falls, no leaps onto their own sword again and again. They bought the boutique gaming PC company Voodoo 10 years ago (just before Dell bought Alienware), and from this the 2009 HP Envy and 2012 HP Envy 15 gaming/ pro apps laptops were born. They were a good start with a practical mix of metal-bodied elegance and productivity to go up against the 15″ MacBook Pro and some decent gaming chops. After two generations, HP turned the Envy line into yet another of their midrange consumer sub-brands sitting above the Pavilion, and eventually the Envy brand was plastered on everything from less powerful dual core laptops without dedicated (gaming) graphics to all-in-one printers. Oh well, HP simply decided they didn’t want to be in the high end consumer or gaming laptop business, right? No biggie, though a bit unusual when their major competitors have low, mid and high line tiers.
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2017 CADILLAC XT5 REVIEW

August 10, 2016Cars2017 CADILLAC XT5, automotive, Cadillac, Cadillac XT5, concept, game, luxury, Review, vehicle

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We’re all familiar with the “most improved” award. It’s the morale booster of elementary school sports teams and teachers, the recognition of effort even if results aren’t on par with the truly gifted. What a great concept, right?

Unfortunately, the adult world doesn’t hand out awards for effort. If you suck at your job, you get fired. If you build a bad product, no one buys it. This reality is no truer than in the automotive industry. Vehicles that can’t match rivals simply die a quick, accountant-declared death.

So when Cadillac began its transformation from a worn-out luxury brand into an innovative, stylish automaker, the consuming public didn’t immediately flock to showrooms with cash in hand. The American marque still huffed and puffed beside its German counterparts; its efforts were still not enough.

But the field has changed. Cadillac is no longer warming the bench; it’s starting every game. The ATS, CTS, and CT6 are all magnificent sedans, and yet Cadillac still sells more of its aging SRX crossovers than any other model. Therefore, the SRX-replacing XT5 is by far the brand’s most important vehicle — but is it also its most valuable?
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Breitling Avenger Hurricane Watch Hands-On

August 10, 2016WearablesBreitling Avenger Hurricane Watch, case, watch

At Baselworld 2016, I got to play with the first watch using Breitling’s so-called “Breitlight” case material, which is the Breitling Avenger Hurricane (debuted on aBlogtoWatch here). This is a deceptively cool watch even though it clearly isn’t for everyone. With that said, I really like it when brands like Breitling produce intentionally niche watches like this that work really well for particular purposes. What makes the Breitling Avenger Hurricane weird? Well, in addition to displaying the time in a 24- versus 12-hour layout, the case happens to be really big at 50mm wide and produced from a form of carbon polymer.

Breitling Avenger Hurricane Watch Hands-On Hands-On
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Beyerdynamic iDX 200 iE review

August 10, 2016Audio & Videoaudio, Beyerdynamic iDX 200 iE, headphone, headphones, Review, TechRadar

Competition in the sub-$200 in-ear headphone space is fierce, but Beyerdynamic’s flagship iDX 200 iE may be one of the best. The iDX 200 iE sit at top of the company’s in-ear headphone offerings, and after spending a week with them, I think they fully deserve the crown at the top.

Beyerdynamic nails just about every aspect of what makes a great in-ear headphone, from its robust build quality, balanced sound, and excellent noise isolation. Although they don’t offer active noise cancellation, these in-ears do a great job of blocking out noise whether you’re commuting on a train or flying across the country.

We loved the iDX 200 iE’s predecessor, the Beyerdynamic iDX 160 iE, for its slick design and balanced sound. The iDX 200 iE are an improvement over the iDX 160 iE in just about every way, making them worth every penny of the $199 (€199, about £169 and AU$288) retail price.
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Nexus Sailfish vs Nexus 5X: What’s the rumoured difference?

August 10, 2016Phonesandroid, fingerprint, Google, HTC, LG, nexus, Nexus 5X, Nexus Sailfish, Pixel, sensor, usb

Google is set to launch a couple of Nexus devices before the end of 2016, both of which are reported to be made by HTC and both of which will be the poster boys for Android Nougat.

The two devices have been codenamed Sailfish and Marlin and they have already seen several leaks regarding their specs grace the internet.

This is how the Nexus Sailfish compares to the Nexus 5X, based on the speculation.

Nexus Sailfish vs Nexus 5X: Design

The Nexus 5X is a small and compact device that has a polycarbonate rear available in three colour options. It measures 147 x 72.6 x 7.9mm and weighs just 136g. There is a fingerprint sensor on the rear, USB Type-C for charging and it is made by LG.
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Sky Q review

August 10, 2016Audio & VideoBluetooth, case, mini, music, Review, Sky, Sky Q, sonos, television, TV, watch

Sky Q is the biggest overhaul Sky has given to its package since it introduced Sky+, aiming to do for television what Sonos did to music – and make it truly multi-room.

The package is built around the Sky Q Silver box, which essentially works as a hub for up to two separate Sky Q Mini boxes and two tablets simultaneously.

That’s right, you can watch four channels live and record a fifth all at once. It’s just a case of finding enough screens.

Build and design

The Q boxes are easily the most attractive Sky has ever produced. The 2TB Silver box befits the premium price you’re paying and the Minis look a bit like high-end wi-fi routers.

But if you find them a bit plain, they’re small enough to tuck away behind the TV, and because the remotes work using Bluetooth, you don’t need to point them directly at the box.
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Sennheiser CX 1.00 review

August 9, 2016Audio & Video, Wearablesearphones, headphones, Review, Sennheiser

You’re much more likely to pick up the Sennheiser CX 1.00 earphones based on the company’s solid reputation than their looks – and the German brand knows it!

It appears to have finally tied the knot in the brand/consumer relationship and no longer feels obliged to make too much of an effort with appearance. Certainly not at the budget end, anyway (lest we forget, the Sennheiser Orpheus headphones). Sennheiser simply hasn’t appeared to spend too much time on the aesthetic design here.

Available in black or white, the CX 1.00 in-ears have a basic, understated look which, but for some minimal branding on the buds, could be largely captured by a four-year-old’s silhouette drawing. At this price point, we don’t feel too hard done by, though.
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7 Reasons a DSLR is the next camera for you

August 9, 2016Cameras35mm, camera, dslr, full-frame, sensor

No longer the preserve of professional cameras, full-frame options are more ubiquitous than ever. Here’s some reason why you should make the leap to a bigger sensor camera.

APS-C DSLRs

It used to be that full-frame cameras were priced out of the range of most ordinary photographers. These days however, there’s plenty of “budget” options that give ordinary photographers the opportunity to move from the smaller APS-C format to the larger full-frame.

What is full-frame?

The term ‘full frame’ refers to DSLR cameras with an image sensor the same size as a 35mm film frame. As recently as a few years ago there was only a few on the market, and those were prohibitively expensive meaning most enthusiasts went for cheaper APS-C cameras. Read on to find out more great reasons to upgrade.
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SAPPHIRE RADEON RX 470 OC REVIEW

August 9, 2016Wearables1080p, amd, GTX, Nvidia, radeon, Review, video

The RX 480 may be sitting at the top of AMD’s Polaris family, but it was clear from the beginning it wouldn’t be the only card. The RX 470 and RX 460 were announced shortly after the RX 480’s release, though their targeting was vague, to say the least. Now we know — the RX 480 is for 1440p resolution, the RX 470 is for 1080p, and the RX 460 targets “eSports performance” – which means less demanding titles like League of Legends and Counter Strike: Global Offensive.

The RX 480 starts at $200, which is already cheaper than Nvidia’s entry-level GTX 1060, which is $250. And the new RX 470 is even more budget-friendly, starting at $179, or $20 less than the RX 480. That puts it right in line with the GTX 950 and 960, and within spitting distance of the Editor’s Choice award-winning RX 480.
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SAPPHIRE NITRO RADEON RX 460 OC REVIEW

August 9, 2016Wearables1080p, amd, gaming, Nvidia, pc, radeon, Review, video, vr

At the PC Gaming Show in 2015, AMD rolled out the high-end Fury cards. Meant to compete with Nvidia’s 980 Ti, the card came up short. This time around, AMD is refocusing the Radeon line on a market the red team has won over before – builders on a budget.

The top-end RX 480 starts at just $200, and is well equipped for VR and 1440p gaming. The RX 470 starts at $179 and more than holds its own at 1080p. The RX 460, meanwhile, is marketed for “eSports gaming.” That’s may seem vague, but it’s a clear reference to titles like League of Legends and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. These games prioritize high framerates over brilliant graphics.
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Bose Soundsport Review : The Wireless Buds to Get

August 9, 2016Audio & Video, Wearablesaudio, Bluetooth, Bose, headphone, headphones, home, JBL, Review, wireless

If the rumors are true, and the smartphones of the future are going headphone-jack-free, then you’ll want to invest in a good pair of wireless buds. The Bose Soundsport ($149) are on the bulky side, but provide a strong, steady Bluetooth connection to your phone whether you’re walking or running. And they offer Bose’s trademark high-quality audio, making them a great set of earbuds whether you’re working out or relaxing at home.

Sturdy and comfy (but bulky)

The Bose Soundsport earbuds are some of the bulkiest Bluetooth headphones I’ve worn. At 0.8 ounces, they’re much heavier than the 0.5-ounce Under Armour JBL Wireless Headphones.
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https://www.tomsguide.com/us/bose-soundsport,review-3835.html

Samsung Galaxy S8 preview : Everything we know, or we think we know, about Samsung’s next flagship smartphone

August 9, 2016Phonesandroid, Apple, galaxy, galaxy s, Galaxy S7, GALAXY S8, iphone, Review, s7, S7 EDGE, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, Samsung Galaxy S8, smartphone, The Galaxy S8, TV

There’s no doubt about it: Samsung’s Galaxy S range has come a long way.

Now in its seventh incarnation, the Korean company’s flagship smartphone was once derided as plasticky, ugly – a wannabe iPhone, lumbered with bloatware and substandard specs. But no more: the current Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge are brilliantly built, thoughtfully designed, cutting edge handsets; the equal of anything in Apple’s smartphone stable. The Galaxy S series has at last come of age.

But, as ever in the world of consumer technology, our thoughts are already turning to the future. What’s next for Samsung’s flagship? Presumably it’ll be called the Galaxy S8, and presumably it’ll be an Android phone, yes – but what about the details? The specs, the design, the features that are going to convince droves of us that this is the next phone we should be buying?
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Prime lenses for your Fuji X-series camera

August 9, 2016Camerasacquisition, camera, Creative, Fujifilm, fujifilm x-t1, gear, landscape, lens, SLR

If you’re new to the Fuji system, you’ll want to make sure you choose the best glass available. Here, Andrew Gibson reveasl three of his favourite optics

The 18mm f/2 lens mounted on a Fujifilm X-T1 camera during a landscape shoot

The 18mm f/2 lens mounted on a Fujifilm X-T1 camera during a landscape shoot

The Fujifilm X series is a relatively new line of cameras – many photographers who buy a Fujifilm camera do so in order to supplement their current digital SLR system or even replace it. If this is you, it means you’ll need to buy some new lenses as well as a body. The question naturally arises as to which lenses would be most suitable, and how many to buy.

The answer depends on what subject matter you intend to shoot. I advocate taking the simple approach when it comes to gear acquisition, and therefore I’d recommend buying no more than three lenses when you start out. This should cover all your shooting needs and you can always buy more lenses in the future if you find you need them.

Limiting your initial purchases saves you money. More importantly, from the creative point of view, it encourages you to learn to get the best out of your selected lenses.
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Prime lenses for your Fuji X-series camera

Leagoo T1 Plus 4G Phablet Review – Special Offer

August 9, 2016Phones4g, pc, phablet, Review, smartphone

Phablets are now used by millions of people as they have almost every feature of Smartphone & Tablets. Phablets give you the satisfaction of working on a big screen like tablets/PC and they also have great processors with faster chip configurations. We have reviewed many Phablets on Kickiteasy of Top brands from Everbuying.net. Here We provide you a complete full fledged review of devices by reading, which makes it easier for you to know about a particular product. Today I am going to review another Phablet product from Everbuying.net – Leagoo T1 Plus 4G Phablet Review.

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Next MacBooks to Get OLED Keys, Touch ID : Rumor Roundup

August 9, 2016Computers & ITApple, fingerprint, Intel, MacBook, macbook air, oled, processor, rumor, touch id, touch screen, usb

It’s been a while since Apple redesigned its 13- and 15-inch notebooks, but rumors point to the company releasing ultra-thin MacBooks in those sizes this summer and fall. The new laptops will likely feature Intel’s 6th Generation Skylake processor and may resemble Apple’s 12-inch MacBook, and there’s a chance the notebooks will include OLED touch screen keys and Touch ID fingerprint readers.

Early speculation emerged from DigiTimes in a post that claims “Apple’s new ultra-thin 13- and 15-inch MacBooks” will “start shipping at the end of the second quarter.” According to the article, the notebooks will “share a design similar to the existing 12-inch MacBook” that’s “thinner than [the] existing MacBook Air.”

This would suggest that Apple is making bigger siblings for its 12-inch MacBook, which is thinner (0.52 inches) than the 11-inch Air (0.68 inches). Multiple rumors point to Apple replacing Thunderbolt and USB Type-A connectivity with USB Type-C ports that would enable more svelte designs.
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2017 Moto Guzzi MGX-21 Flying Fortress First Ride Review

August 9, 2016Cars2017 Moto Guzzi MGX-21 Flying Fortress, FIRST RIDE, moto, Moto Guzzi, Review

Way back in 2013, Moto Guzzi said that the revamped California 1400 was the platform for a line of models, and we watched it grow from the initial pair of the California 1400 Custom and the hard-bagged California 1400 Touring to include in the 2016 model year the Audaceand the El Dorado – though both fail to mention their California roots in their names. Into this family, Moto Guzzi lands the formidable MGX-21 Flying Fortress.

Since the American cruiser market is the largest in the world and Sturgis is one of the largest motorcycle rallies in the world, setting an attendance record of 739,000 last year on its 75th anniversary, Moto Guzzi has waded into the belly of the beast by releasing the MGX at a booth on Main St. in downtown Sturgis.
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Kia Niro review: Say hello to my little friend

August 9, 2016Carselectric, hybrid, Kia, Kia Niro, Review

The word “Niro” makes us think of a few things: Robert de Niro in his classic film roles; strong black coffee; or some kind of futuristic city. It doesn’t immediately make us think of a car. But that’s about to change, for Korean car giant Kia has just put the Niro, its first ever electric-petrol hybrid, on sale in the UK.

Maybe our meandering brain wasn’t too far off the mark: Niro (well, “nero”) can be translated as meaning “strong”, which is certainly a bold statement of Kia’s intent in the ever-growing and highly competitive crossover market.

Indeed, having driven the Niro around the north and Newcastle for a day, does it have the strong characteristics that its name purports, or is it all pomp?

Kia Niro review: Design
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https://www.pocket-lint.com/cars/reviews/kia/138411-kia-niro-review-say-hello-to-my-little-friend

Hands on: Onda OBook 10 SE review

August 9, 2016Computers & ITamd, android, case, Chrome, chrome os, hands on, Intel, mac, Onda, Onda OBook 10 SE, Open Source, operating system, pc, Review, tablet, TechRadar

OUR EARLY VERDICT

Remix OS is a refreshing operating system but the impending merger between Chrome OS and Android may well make it less attractive, except if you plan to use it for x86. As for the OBook, while it is a decent little tablet, there are better options elsewhere.

New operating systems are often greeted with scepticism, especially since, as is the case with browsers, the investment is colossal and the ROI uncertain given the necessary time it takes for them to embed in the market.

Earlier this year, a little known startup, Jide, announced that it was releasing a new OS based on the Android-x86 project which ported AOSP (Android Open Source Project) to the x86 platform (Intel and AMD).

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Movas Military Chronograph II Watch Review

August 9, 2016Wearablesgame, Movas Military Chronograph II Watch, Review, watch

On a somewhat regular basis, MoVas founder Sean Wai and I engage in conversations about the watch industry at large. Sean isn’t always sure what his role in the watch industry is and whether he is a brand, a hobbyist, or someone who simply engages in a particular type of art form that is celebrated by some, and misunderstood by others. Today, I am going to review a watch that I’ve had on and off my wrist for quite some time – and it is the MoVas Military Chronograph II.

Movas Military Chronograph II Watch Review Wrist Time Reviews

My first foray into MoVas watches was in reviewing their GMT watch here, back in 2010. MoVas isn’t new to the game, nor are they indiscreet about what they do, which is produce watches with “movements of Asia.” To remind you, that is what “MoVas” actually stands for. When talking about reviewing the MoVas Military Chronograph II, Wai’s initial concern was that “people are going to blast me on the price.” At just over $1,000 for a watch richly inspired by popular sport watches such as Panerai with a Chinese-made clone of a Swiss movement, I can understand why people often approach MoVas with such critique. With that said, the brand is about artistically changing established designs and experimenting with novel executions more so than trying to offer something totally original. In fact, Wai isn’t convinced most watch consumers actually want something original – but rather want a new take on established and already successful themes.
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Bluesound Pulse Flex review

August 9, 2016Audio & VideoBluesound Pulse Flex, Review, speaker, wireless

The Bluesound Pulse Flex arrives in our testing rooms with high hopes and a fair amount of expectation on its shoulders.

The smallest and most affordable addition to the Bluesound multi-room line up, it’s got the reputation of a whole family of five-star products to uphold. No pressure then.

It’s now the only speaker from Bluesound to be in its first generation, a later addition to the line-up and a welcome one too.

Previously you were looking at a minimum of £420/$630 to start your Bluesound collection, now it’s a good deal cheaper at £270/$405

Build

That’s still a sizeable investment in a small wireless speaker, but the performance of the Bluesound Flex makes sure it’s worth every penny.
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Wharfedale Reva-2 review

August 8, 2016Audio & VideoMission, Review, speaker, speakers, Wharfedale

You could say Wharfedale started the mid-ranging Reva speaker series not from the ground up, but rather from the first step.

Instead of building the Wharfedale Reva speakers from scratch or using downgraded elements from its top-ranging speakers, the company’s mission for the Reva range was to refine and upgrade the design and engineering of its entry-level, budget Diamond 200 Series in an effort to deliver a much better performance for a little more cash.

Wharfedale is invariably hoping to build not just on the design principles of the Diamonds but on their success too.

After all, we’re talking about a range that’s garnered a collection of favourable reviews, not to mention an Award in 2014 for the budget Diamond 220 standmounts.

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2016 Can-Am Renegade X mr 1000R ATV Review

August 8, 2016CarsCan-Am, epic, photography, racing, Review

The last few months with the 2016 Can Am Renegade X mr 1000r have been time well spent. Once again, we utilized the trail system and epic mud pits at Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area (www.aoaatrails.com) near Shamokin, PA to expose the X mr to the challenging muck it was specifically designed to conquer.

Normally, I grab one of my skilled and trusted riding friends to accompany me out on the trails. We typically put time on the test machines, discuss our thoughts on the performance and handling, and of course…shoot a metric ton of action photography documenting the day. This time, however, I enlisted the help of my longtime pal, professional ATV racer, and off-road racing celebrity of sorts Chris Borich. This guy just so happens to be a six time pro GNCC national champion and the winningest ATV racer of all time! After spending the day wheeling the X mr with Borich, I believe we have an excellent evaluation in store.
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