Category: Product Reviews
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A $2,000 iPhone is Coming: But is it Worth it?
Apple is known for pushing the envelope on the price of their flagship phone series, the iPhone. They have never shied away from this strategy as they know their market well. They know people are willing to spend a whole lot of money on an iPhone. Today, you can spend as much as $1,449 on…
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A New Nintendo Switch Console May Be Released in 2019
Big news for fans: Nintendo could be set to launch a new version of Nintendo Switch in the latter part of next year, according to the latest report. The news came from The Wall Street Journal, mentioning that “suppliers and others with direct knowledge of the plan” confirm the story. This is exciting news, as…
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You Should Definitely Update Your Phone to iOS 12 GM
If you haven’t updated your iPhone to iOS 12 GM, then you should definitely get right to it. The new Apple OS had gone through rigorous beta testing that took almost a year to complete. According to AppleInsider, the company issued “more evaluation versions than ever before.” In addition, it states no new wallpapers will…
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New OnePlus 6T: Notch, Fingerprint-on-Display, and Other Features That Rival Top Smartphones
Chinese brands are dominating the smartphone market nowadays, with great styles and functionality showcased across famous brands. Among these Chinese manufacturers is OnePlus, which, while not getting as much buzz as Huawei, Xiaomi and Oppo, is still a trusted brand in the smartphone industry. Even with less robust marketing that focuses more on word-of-mouth, pop-up…
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How to Charge Your Phone Using a 9-Volt Battery
Good news not only for smartphone users, but also for businesses that sell cell phones — you can use a 9-volt battery to charge your phone. A 9-volt battery can give your phone just enough life to be used for a single call or a few texts. This feature is particularly useful in cases where…
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Top 5 Android Phones of 2018
Apple iPhones remain a popular choice among mobile users, but it doesn’t offer much variety. If you’re looking for something new, you might want to consider an Android phone. There’s an Android device for everyone. These handsets come in all shapes and sizes. Some are sleek and waterproof. Others feature a massive display and three…
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6 of the Best Tech Gift Ideas This 2018 Holiday Season
If you’re looking to give the best gadget presents this coming holiday season, you’d want to be able to choose wisely amongst all the available options in the market. Be it a new mobile phone, a smartwatch, or a smart home device, picking the right tech gift means also means considering quality, cost, and design.…
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Apple Watch Series 4: A Hands-On Review
With Apple already accepting pre-orders for the all-new Apple Watch Series 4, many are wondering what kind of user experience they will get from the highly anticipated smartwatch. This is one of Apple’s significant moves to consistently entice customers as they continue to sell iPhone and other mobile devices. So, to cut to the chase,…
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Motorola P30: A Copycat of the iPhone X?
While many Android phones have taken inspiration from the design of the iPhone X, no one has taken it as far as the Motorola P30. It also has an edge-to-edge display in the exact form and size, plus, its dual-camera position and wallpaper will remind you of the same elements on the iPhone X. The…
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How to Change Your Wi-Fi Password
When your Internet service provider brings your modem to your home for the first time, you’re ecstatic. In fact, you get instant Internet access because most modems have their username and password printed on the device’s back. Unfortunately, some clever hackers can “sniff” out your Wi-Fi password through some unscrupulous means. Once they have…
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ThinkPad P1: The Slimmest Portable Workstation with a Punch
Stores that sell laptops are getting giddy over Lenovo’s newest addition to their ThinkPad line-up, the ThinkPad P1. It is the brand’s slimmest and lightest mobile workstation yet. The ThinkPad P1’s perfect combination of style and performance certainly brings a powerful punch against its competitors. Lenovo is known for pushing boundaries and pulling strong…
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Apple Watch 4 vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch: Which is Better?
Apple has released its newest smartwatch – the Apple Watch 4. The latest model is the first FDA-recognized smartwatch, with a built-in electrocardiogram (ECG) and fall detection as part of its innovative features. The Apple Watch 4 is compatible with the iPhone 5S and later units, which means stores that sell iPhone units will not…
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Renew Your Style: An ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) Review
If you??re into gadgets that reflect your vibrant and free-spirited personality, then the ASUS VivoBook S15 is the right laptop for you. As ASUS charges headfirst to sell laptops that capture the attention of users with a bold and dynamic style, the VivoBook S15 doesn??t disappoint in bringing an aesthetically appealing laptop that will suit…
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Alexa and Cortana: A Match Made in Tech Heaven
In the ever-cutthroat industry of technology, it is quite rare for competitors to even come close to collaborating with one another. Needless to say, the tech world couldn’t be more surprised when it was announced last year that supposed virtual assistant rivals Alexa and Cortana are forming an unprecedented alliance of sorts. Amazon CEO Jeff…
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Bang for the Buck: Does the Samsung Galaxy A6 Deliver?
Samsung is no doubt the biggest brand when it comes to Android phones, with the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus dominating the market. As much as they cater to high-end users, however, they also have budget-friendly phones that suit other users, even those who might just need a good-looking device that does the basics…
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Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs. Apple iPhone X: The $1000 Face-Of
Samsung’s latest product, the Galaxy Note 9, is counting on its larger screen and state-of-the-art features as it contends with Apple’s iPhone X before the latter announces a new iPhone model in a few weeks. You can now sell your tablet if you are going to choose Samsung’s Galaxy Note 9 over Apple’s iPhone…
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A Change of Heart: OnePlus 6T’s In-Display Fingerprint Scanner
OnePlus has finally confirmed that their next smartphone will have an in-display fingerprint sensor. Their upcoming unit, the OnePlus 6T, is set to be released this coming November. With the growing demand for phones with fingerprint-scanning features, what makes the OnePlus 6T’s fingerprint scanner different among the rest? Screen Unlock As Vivo is credited with…
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iPhone XR vs. iPhone 8: What’s Different?
The iPhone XR is a fascinating new smartphone that’s reminiscent of Apple’s more colorful past. It comes in six vibrant hues and a few notable upgrades. Nevertheless, it’s the cheapest smartphone in the latest iPhone lineup. But with Apple lowering the price of the iPhone 8, the antiquated smartphone sounds all the more appealing, perhaps…
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The Chosen One: Samsung Galaxy S10
As the year’s final quarter approaches and the coming year draws closer, an all-new hype has been spreading across the globe with Samsung’s 10th year anniversary. With such a big event drawing near, it is only fitting that Samsung is also poised to release their latest flagship product— the Samsung Galaxy S10. With its revolutionary…
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Bad Habits Destroying Your Smartphone
Over the past ten years or so, our smartphones have become one of our greatest and most trusted allies. They serve as our own schedule planner, communication device, and task organizer all in one. It is a gadget that has become so important in our daily lives that we cannot leave our homes without it.…