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this blog is about what's new and what's is next in technology, gadgets that will make an impression with their outstanding features or rocking looks.

Sunday, 3 July 2011

Is Dell Streak 7 a tablet or a smart phone?


May be by seeing Dell Streak 7’s features and body you will go confuse. Is it a tablet or a smart phone? Well Dell presses for calling it a tablet so we will go with Dell as it has a much larger screen than any smart phone. Dell has just introduced the Dell Streak 7. It is a tablet not only for  work but also to watch videos, play games, even make phone calls same like any smart phone. Dell Streak 7 is more advanced than its older version Streak 5, as it is a better alternative of the iPad’s and the Galaxy tab.





The Dell Streak 7 has a smart and clean design. You can find a front camera and a microphone at the top of the screen. There is a connecting port for USB cable, covered separate ports for SIM card, SD card and a speaker on tablet’s body. A back 5 megapixel camera with LED flash is also visible. The 7” display screen is big than other androids with 800x480 resolution.


The Dell Streak has an excellent multi-media system to read eBooks or news, watch videos and listen music. With big screen you can read books nicely. News can be read with ease, as it has many news apps and news websites out there. There is also zoom-in faction for clear visibility which is just impossible with a smart phone. Videos look good on its larger screen. Playing music is same like other tablets.
With Dell Streak 7’s smart keyboard, typing is much faster. Web browsing is too excellent. The browser version 2.2 supports for faster adobe flash software. Playing with the Dell streak 7 will give you a good feeling as 3D games run fast than any other android. If you are a game freak then it is a good choice for you. It has built-in 3G and Wi-Fi system.

Dell has chosen a strong hardware stage with strong body and battery life for its Dell Streak 7 Tablet offering.                                                                                                                                                                                Well, it depends on your pocket and choice if you don’t have enough money and can’t afford expensive iPad’s and the galaxy tab than Dell Streak 7 could be a better alternative to be considered.


Go retro with Nintendo Famicom Voice Recorder



If you are a cool and innovative gadgets collector then you should not miss the Nintendo Famicom Voice Recorder from your collection. In the eighteen century, these kinds of gadgets were very popular. Although there are a lot of modern digital voice recording systems available in the market, but a Japanese company just launched a retro style voice recorder gadget in this range. Going retro might be a really unique and interesting fashion to have these days.

The Japanese company ‘Nintendo’ firstly launched Nintendo Famicom Voice Recorders in the parts of Asia. As in Asia voice recorders were very popular in past days, so company targeted Asia for this product launch. Nintendo is a big name in the field of gaming, first time it is trying its luck in other hardware’s field.
Although the Nintendo Famicom Voice Recorder looks same like an old recorder, it sounds really fine and simple better than its retro version. It’s very easy to operate with no complex mechanisms. It might be different in looks from other modern era recorders, but still Nintendo Famicom Voice Recorder might be a great selection for you to have.
It is now available in the markets in different colors. So if you are interested of recording your sweet voice in this retro style gadget then go and buy your Nintendo Famicom Voice recorder today. Feel retro with it. You will love this!

Friday, 1 July 2011

Now Get More Power with Sanyo’s new XX Powered Batteries


SANYO North America Corporation (Sanyo) is a big name in the field of rechargeable batteries. The company has been working outstanding for 35 years. It has just introduced the AA- size battery, XX powered by eneloop technology.

The new AA- size, XX batteries use the most developed, high power, rechargeable battery eneloop technology available, making them to last longer than any eneloop battery. Other rechargeable batteries show a "memory effect” that means charge and discharge cycles effects on the whole life of the battery.

The AA-size, XX powered eneloop batteries represent a key advance mixing both pre-charged and ready-to-use features with an exceptionally low rate of self-discharge, it means they can keep their preserved energy for a very long time.
Hence, standard alkaline eneloop batteries are also good for household uses, but XX powered batteries gives 25 % more power for extreme usage requirements. Not only in high temperatures, but these batteries also work well in low temperature get down to -4 degrees F.
It has capability of recharging up to 300 times. It is last longing. Some unique Qualities of XX powered rechargeable batteries:
·        Eneloop technology: these batteries have high capacity and a low self-discharge with capacity of typ.2500 mAh in the AA-size. These batteries do not need frequently recharging. 
  • Sable voltage and longer power life: XX powered battery gives stable voltage power throughout its discharge cycle. It is a most useful feature because when the voltage is reduced, performance of equipment is automatically reduced.

For gadgets with high power utilization such as toys with radio control system, game system, walkie-talkies and DSLR flash units, these XX nickel- metal hydride batteries are well suited. These batteries are eco-friendly too as they are pre-charged by solar rays.
The AA-size, XX powered batteries now available in the worldwide markets by this June. Its initial model is available in black and silver design to signify its suitability for professional use. So if you are thinking of buying rechargeable batteries, then Sanyo’s AA-size, XX powered eneloop battery is one of the best available options for you.