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Top 5 Gadgets that are important in your day to day life

The invention of a Mobile replaced lots of daily gadgets we use. Clocks, Radio, Calendar, Alarms, Torch lights, Timers and Landline phones too. The mobile phone did not retain its top position even for a decade. Smartphones came into picture replacing mobile phones, camera, recorder and with the internet connection reduced the need of Computers and Laptops. There are cool gadgets on the market and makes human life easier by many means.

The price tag is what everyone worried about buying gadgets. Now the market has numerous collections from different brands. The Top 5 Gadgets on the market are Smartphones, Tablets and iPads, Laptops, Cameras and SmartTV and Watch mobiles.

Smartphones, Tablets and iPads

This handy Cool Stuff engages every person in the home with the features it possesses. Clocks to music system come in a smartPhone. A home with a single wifi connection can manage all the stuff. The Tablets and iPads are the best buddies to children. It lets adults stay in touch with their loved ones through social media. Even Banking is made easy through this gadgets. The online shopping brings the shop to home. GPS in the Smartphones replaces the maps and helps to show the way. They hold applications which are useful in daily lives. News across the globes reaches to sight within seconds.

Laptops

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Laptops are the modern replacements for the computer. The Laptops are more attractive to people because of mobility. Laptops can be carried along to different places. The Laptops are even made weightless. The Laptops exist in a various range of price based on the specifications. Various online stores are available which gives dealings on the occasions. The High specification laptop is available with EMI options. The Credit cards allow EMI without interests in case of buying a laptop. So it is not hard to own a Laptop which is an essential gadget to students and Office people.

Still Cameras and Handycams

The Social media allows to share our life events and travel moments to the friends. This fact drives everyone to own a still Camera or a Handycam. The ladies are fond of posting selfie pictures. They often look into notifications to check the number of likes received. The people who have kids in the home are fond of making videos about the activities of their little ones. There are Smart cameras which directly connects to the social networks and let you share what you click.

Smart TV

It is smart when a gadget performs more than its purpose. The TV with the regular programs helps to stay connected with friends. It let you snap between programs and youtube. Allows a video call through the Skype can be termed as Smart TV for sure. These are the next version of the TV that people started replacing with their old ones.

SmartWatch Mobile

The SmartWatch mobile was a hit last year. People started buying it as crazy as they bought Smartphones. The rates are starting from Rs.2000. Tie around the hand. The watch dial shows a clock when it slide open shows a keypad. It comes along with earphone and mike which help you maintain privacy.

These gadgets play a big hit in the market. They are affordable to all set of people with proper planning.

February 3, 2016
What’s the Difference with SmartWatches in 2015?

The recent smartwatch trend has followed dozens of manufacturers as they have tried to release wearable devices worth a consumer’s time. Honestly, smart watches aren’t getting any smarter at this point, but I thought I’d look at the difference between 2014 and this year to see exactly what’s the difference with smart watches in 2015.

I’ll be focusing on two main smart watches and their successors in this article; the Gear S, the S2, the Moto 360 and the Moto 360 2. Because some details about the successors are currently unavailable, this article is somewhat based on rumors so take everything with a grain of salt.

Internal Hardware Improvements

Smartphone internal hardware improves at an incredibly fast pace. We’re used to seeing improvements on a yearly basis and these changes are often quite drastic. Can the same be said for smart watches? Let’s hope it’s the case because the first round of smartwatch releases were a little lacking in the hardware department.

Moto 360 vs Moto 360 2

The original Moto 360 was powered by a TI OMAP 3 processor, which admittedly caused lag and stutters when operating in some instances. This was no surprise considering the OMAP 3 is a 4-year-old processing unit at this point.

The 320 mAh battery in the Moto 360 was … decent, but the processor drained out its life quicker than a mobile processor should. With 512MB of RAM and 4GB of storage, you’re also getting an on-par 2014 experience in the memory department.

The Moto 360 2 will, fortunately, take a jump towards better hardware components. We don’t know the hardware specifications for sure at this point, but we are expecting a better resolution display, a new processor and other improvements. Strangely, the Moto 360 2 may come in two variants – a premium version and a sports version, the latter having just 275mAh battery whilst the former will have a 375mAh battery. It’ll be interesting to see battery tests for both.

Galaxy Gear S2 vs S

The S2 has very similar specs to the original S – the same 512MB RAM, the same 4GB internal storage and the same or similar 1GHz processor depending on what S2 model is picked. The display will actually have a worse resolution, but it will finally be circular. The battery life will also be reduced to 250mAh in some models and will have the same 300mAh in the most expensive model.

Software and Apps

Smart watches are slowly getting more dedicated apps – as more manufacturers are pushing for smart watch development, more app developers are becoming curious about the platform. I think that over time more apps will be seen as useful utilities on smartwatches instead of additional gimmicks that can already be accessed from a smartphone just as conveniently.

More support for smart watches is coming. In fact, Google recently made the bold move to make Android Wear smart watches compatible with iPhones.

Build Quality and Design

I was actually really excited about the designs and build quality found within smart watches of 2014. The LG G Watch R and the Moto 360 both have some really dynamic designs that much better suit the whole watch theme.

This year we’re looking to see slight improvements to the designs where necessary, but what worked last year is coming back in 2015 and I’m glad for that.

Actual Utility

So are smart watches in 2015 actually filled with a utility? Can a smart watch become a useful device in my day to day life? Well, it’s hard to say for sure. Yes, there are more available features for smart watches in 2015, but it still mostly comes down to preference.

If you are the kind of person that relies on a watch or uses a watch already, I could see a smart watch being a useful addition to you. Checking the time on your wrist will already feel natural and using various apps will be easy enough to pick up.

For those who don’t already use a watch, switching to using your smart watch or checking it over a smartphone will take some getting used to, and this stage may negate any real feelings of convenience that the device is supposed to offer.

September 1, 2015
Do you know your gadgets might be interfering with your sleep?

Approximately 100 million Americans suffer from having a difficult time before falling to sleep or sleeping soundly, not considering how tired they might be, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

While poor sleep is one of the reasons of less efficiency at work, the harm doesn’t stop there! The less shut eye makes its presence felt in other arena of your life too. While you have less energy next day, less hours of sleep are also becoming potential factors for obesity, cardiovascular disease, depression and many more diseases. According to one of the professors working on such kind of research, having less than seven hours of sleep is not good for health. Getting less sleep than the recommended hours might cause a plethora of problems from the weight gain, heart related diseases to even the deadening sickness of cancer.

As you might know, all kinds of phone, eBook readers and tablet screens give off blue light of short wavelength. This light gets in the way of melatonin production which is a hormone related with our sleep quality. Due to the use of gadgets before sleeping time, many are not able to get sleep peacefully at night. Hence make sure that you put your gadgets away, preferably in other room before at least an hour prior to your sleeping time. If you are keeping your gadgets in the same room you sleep, it’s always advisable to switch them off to avoid the exposure to blue light released from the gadget. According to a study published in 2011, scientists at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia and NASA, found that blue light induces alertness and interrupts with sleep. [9 Odd Ways Your Tech Devices May Injure You]

However parting with your gadgets before your sleep time is easier said than done. At times, workaholic people find it tough to say ‘bye’ to their laptops or smart phones. After a hectic day at work, So many people use few hours at night to read, chat with their friends or family or to simply pay bills. Some even prefer to reply emails once the kids are tucked in! Putting away the devices hardly work for them. Experts also suggest trying out blue-wavelength-blocker glasses. These glasses help in improving the sleep quality.

But researchers have also come up with a solution to make sure nothing comes up between you and good sleep. Today most of the devices like phones, tablets and e-book readers like kindle come with a backlit display which helps you read in the dark. A study recommends that by simply lessening the brightness of such smart phone screen or tablet settings and holding the device few inches away from the face while reading can stop the glow from prying with a good quality sleep.

June 14, 2015
The latest trends in Wearable devices
The long list of such devices includes wearable cameras, activity trackers, running watches, smart watches, smart glasses and smart tracking devices. The wearable devices can have multiple features from camera, touch screen, GPS, calculator and even SD cards and rechargeable batteries.
- Activity trackers: They are boon for health-conscious people who prefer to be in shape. This device is evolved from pedometers but with more features and accuracy. Once activated, it takes charge of your fitness by keeping an eye on your lifestyle. Some of its features note down heart rate, consumed calories and blood pressure. Fitbit Surge, Basis Peak and Mio Fuse are some of the best activity trackers in the market. There are plenty others according to your needs and budget.
- Wearable cameras: To capture lifelong memories, wearable cameras are becoming the new trend now. Not only they have low power consumption but also added sense of security, convenience and style. They come with accessories for mounting the camera on yourself or different other places. These small wearable hands-free cameras can clip onto your clothes, bag strap or you can simply hang it around. GoPro, Narrative Clip and Vivitar are few of the known brands.
- Running watches: They are your new partner in running. They can keep track of your full day activities from taken steps, distance covered, calories burned to floors climbed. The latest ones can also sync with your computer and smart phone and let you track your whole workout. Fitbit Surge, Polar FT4 and Germin are some of the famous names in the market.
- Smart watches:They let you make and receive calls, read messages, enjoy music meanwhile they also keep track of your daily exercise program and encourage you to achieve your goal. Not only that but you can also check your emails, access calendars and other favorite apps on your wrist. Today there are many brands in the market like Pebble, Samsung, Sony but Apple really created a buzz with the launch of its smart watch where technology married the fashion. Before we go deep, let me tell you that the stunning Apple watch is not a standalone gadget. You must have at least iphone5 to use it. The smart watch basically works as an extension of the phone. It comes with many functions.
- Smart Glasses: According to Wikipedia, they are a wearable, compact computer that adds information onto reality or actually helps people see better. Basically they are sort of wearable computer that have ‘Hands Free’ operation and lets you access information, data and other resources with ease. Epson Moverio, Vuzix and Recon are few of the trending brands in the market.
June 8, 2015