Sony Xperia X Compact Review

The Sony Xperia X Compact  looks very similar to another device of the prestigious brand Xperia X. In reality, it is derived from it, and therefore presents several similarities. However, it should not be forgotten that we have a medium-range phone, and therefore has its own characteristics and features. But, to know more about him, I decided to put the device to the test to see what it has in the belly, and here are the results as well as my opinions. This will most definitely let you know whether you should buy or not the Xperia X Compact from Sony.


Design of the Sony Xperia X Compact

The Sony Xperia X Compact is a 129 x 65 x 9.5 mm camera for 135 g, which for a smartphone can actually be considered compact. The manufacturer has opted for a somewhat singular aesthetics here, because the phone has straight corners, with sharp lines and contours, and edges still slightly rounded. It is the grip that is improved, even if the layout of the keys (very low for the volume and the photo) does not allow full enjoyment, at least not for right-handers.

If the plastic shell has importance in the lightness of this phone, it is not waterproof. What is deplorable, the brand having accustomed us to this characteristic. It frames all the same a screen of 4.6 inches that I would have preferred a little wider. It is to wonder what serves the large space left above and below the slab. At the finish, the manufacturer presented a design much perfectible for his phone. Now let's see what the screen offers!

Sony Xperia X Compact screen

It is a 4.6-inch IPS LCD screen using Triluminos technology (purer and sharper colors) and offering a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels. It is not bad certainly, but I consider that for a product of its range, one can expect a higher resolution. However, the visual quality is good, although not the best in the market, and Sony could do better. Moreover, it is due to the small size of its screen, the comfort of use of the Sony Xperia X Compact seems to me a little too just. It is common knowledge that the wider the slab, the better, and if you are happy to have a Sony Xperia X Compact Displayrelatively compact Smartphone, I find again that the space could have been better exploited on the front.

Sony Xperia X Compact Software and Performance

As you will see, it is right with the Sony Xperia X Compact to a performance of good invoice. The Smartphone is powered by a 64-bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 six-core processor, including 2 ARM Cortex-A72 and 4 ARM Cortex-A53. It is powerful enough to offer a smooth and lag-free use, especially as it is reinforced by an Adreno 510 graphics chip that can be seen during game sessions or video viewing . The RAM is 3 GB while the internal memory is 32 GB.

Sony Xperia X Compact

The Sony Xperia X Compact runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow and displays the home interface that many have come to appreciate because of its simplicity and charm, myself included. There are a lot of interesting features and features here, including the very successful fingerprint sensor, the Gorilla Glass screen protector and the microSD slot where the drawer also houses the sim card. Note that storage can be expanded up to 256 GB with a memory card, and that the 2700 mAh battery incorporating Qnovo Adaptive Charging technology can hold up to 9 hours in intensive use. Other devices offer a much better range than that!

Sony Xperia X Compact Camera

It is at this level of the Sony Xperia X Compact that the manufacturer has chosen to put the package. The lovers of the catch of the beautiful images will certainly be delighted. For my part, it's really a pleasant surprise to see that the camera displays 23 Mpixels of definition, performance that is clearly superior to that of many high-end phones. The manufacturer has integrated the triple-image detection technology, which makes it possible to obtain sharp pictures even when photographing a moving target.


Who Should Use And Why Should I Buy The Sony Xperia X Compact?

In short, we have here a solid Smartphone that, without defraying the chronicle, has however some features and functionality that are worth it. I particularly liked the USB connector which is very convenient for fast data transfer, and also the fact that the device supports 4G LTE. The user interface is very simple, and you can play, browse or watch videos without observing bugs. Also, the captures of photos are rather cool with its camera of 23 Mpixels. You can say that the Sony Xperia X Compact is the ideal Smartphone for anyone looking for a powerful device without being terrible, and that could help them make beautiful pictures.

KEF MUO Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Review

KEF MUO Wireless Bluetooth Speaker

Launched at the end of 2015, the KEF Muo is the first test of the "hifist" brand in the world of nomadic audio. Although it works wirelessly, this model promises both surprising power and precise and defined sound. Let us see what the expertise of the English manufacturer is worth in such an enclosure.

KEF Muo is an enclosure that remains massive despite its compact size. It is largely covered and protected by an aluminum part, complemented by two plastic parts. The assembly is harmonious, exudes solidity and no manufacturer defect is detected. During our trial period, the enclosure did not show any sign of weakness. A drop of about one meter on one of its corners only damaged it very slightly, without compromising its proper functioning.

Due to its size, weight and design, the enclosure is not designed for off-road trips, so it should be kept away from water points or sand, for example. In addition, no carrying case or case is provided to transport it more easily and protect it.

The KEF Muo has two small rubber pads that allow it to be laid and oriented slightly in a horizontal position, but also to reduce the vibrations a little. It is also possible to place it vertically so that the buttons are always accessible. In both orientations, the enclosure holds fairly well in place (however, beware of shocks in vertical position).

This loudspeaker offers a good experience of use. The list of controls is far from exhaustive - a multifunction button for reading management and navigation between tracks would have been welcome - but we appreciate the presence of many sound indications and some bright indications on the button d (Speaker status, pairing and four battery levels). The pairing is done fairly quickly and can be accelerated with the integrated NFC chip. If you decide to buy two, the manipulation to pair them is simple once you know the procedure: a passage to the notice or via the mobile application will still save you time. Once the manipulation has been carried out, Use two mono or stereo dual speakers wirelessly, regardless of whether the source is wired or wireless. A small tone sounds when the speakers toggle to indicate the switch in one mode or another. In terms of connectivity, the KEF Muo is simple: Bluetooth for the wireless (aptX), a 3.5 mm mini-jack and a micro-USB port for charging. In view of the size of the beast, a USB port for recharging would not have been too much, or even a microphone for the handsfree function. However, the USB cable for charging comes with an AC adapter and two different tips. For its part, the KEF Muo application does not add much in terms of ancillary functionality. Apart from the audio player, basic,

The KEF Muo promises 12 hours of autonomy, which is little given its size, weight and compared to what the competition offers. Unfortunately, it is difficult to reach this threshold in reality. At reasonable volume, I approach 9 to 10 hours of use. At extremely high volume, the service life drops to 6 hours. To save battery power, you can still count on the automatic power off function, which activates after 10 minutes of no signal. Another small point to know, it is possible to use the enclosure while it recharges (3 hours of recharging approximately on mains).

The KEF Muo is equipped with two 50 mm Uni-Q miniature speakers and a radiator for bass flattering. To maintain a certain sound quality, KEF immediately announces the color: the Muo only diffuses in mono, even in horizontal position. It is a particularly confusing choice that we have decided not to sanction too hard, as it is clearly specified and assumed by the manufacturer. In addition, this speaker sign a tour de force by proposing a very beautiful sound.

All in all, this portable speaker is obviously not at the same level as its big sisters, but for its size, we really must welcome the performance. The first striking element is the way in which the speaker reproduces the spatial depth, especially when one knows that the rendering is monophonic. Each stratum of the mix is ​​present, without artifice and it is possible to identify them quite easily. The room effects and the most discreet instruments are not forgotten. The whole remains legible that this is at a low or sustained level of listening,

As far as sound reproduction is concerned, the Muo is not the type to do in the higher bid, but keeps its small character in the low / mid-medium and in the treble. On the one hand, we have a low enough to bring a minimum of sound and sound heat while staying hard, even if we would like the speaker to tap lower. On the other hand, there is a very slight accentuation of the shine and the presence, but the Muo behaves well so as not to awaken sibilance or be aggressive, even on very sensitive pieces on this point. In between, we find a medium well balanced and defined. The different sources are naturally expressed and detached well between them. The voice also comes off very well and is rendered in a clear and perfectly intelligible way. In addition,It is by using two stereo speakers that the Muo expresses its full potential. The sound reproduction is simply amazing for speakers of this size, both by the detail and precision of the reproduction of the sound scene and by the frequency balance. We regain a little more depth in the low and the small bright trend is still current. Stereophonic depth and width are simply excellent, even in relatively narrow configurations. If this is not at all its primary use, this duo can clearly compete with the best PC 2.0 kits on the market.

The Muo offers an excellent size / power ratio, while mastery. The distortion is contained at an extremely low level. 70% of its maximum power is large enough to sound a room of a good size (about 20 m²). You can always push it even further if you want, but it will accentuate the shiny and sharp side in the optimal listening axis.

Let's conclude with communication latency in Bluetooth. This is about 150ms, which allows to follow a video without suffering too much of a discrepancy between the image and the sound. If you have the possibility, do not hesitate to compensate it again to be totally at ease.


STRONG POINTS
Very nice sound balance.
Very good accuracy.
Excellent size / power ratio.
Very low distortion.
The stereophonic rendering totally bluffing with two speakers.
Easy to use, numerous indications.
Careful manufacturing.

WEAK POINTS
No stereophony in horizontal position.
Low battery life.
No USB port for charging devices.
A little more depth in the bass would not have been too much.

My Rating: 4.5/5

CONCLUSION 
As much as prevent from the start: if you are already frustrated at the idea of ​​enjoying only a monophonic sound with a portable speaker of this type, think twice before you let yourself be seduced. If this is not a brake for you, you will enjoy the very beautiful sound performance of the Muo, especially given its format. Although some choices may seem strange, this model remains completely consistent in its approach and it shows a rarely observed control on a portable speaker, while remaining very easy to use. If for you nomad must above all rhyme with versatility, look rather on the side of the Zipp Mini . And for even more compactness, the Bose SoundLink Mini II is all designed.

Acer XR382CQK Review

Acer XR382CQK bmijqphuzx 37.5” UltraWide QHD (3840 x 1600) AMD FreeSync Monitor (USB 3.1 Type-C Port, Display Port, HDMI Port)

ACER XR382CQK bmijphuzx 95cm (37.5 ") LED Ultra Wide Curved QHD Monitor
For multimedia fans, gamers and other professionals with the highest demands, Acer introduces the XR382CQK. The monitor with Curved Display combines an inimitable and clever design with an ultra-fast QHD resolution (3.840 x 1.600), FreeSync function and extensive multitasking features.Acer XR382CQK is a 38-inch monitor with a 2300 R curvature and an ultra- widescreen  (21: 9) display. The Acer proposal is capable of delivering a resolution of 3440 x 1440 pixels . Getting into the more technical details, the monitor has a response time of 5 milliseconds , a maximum brightness of 300 cd / m² and supports 10 - bit color (1,070 million colors), which ensures a high fidelity in the shades the scenes. The response time of the screen is 5 milliseconds , we may end up closing for the most enthusiastic players, although it comes with AMD FreeSync technologies and a refresh rate of 75Hz. Acer XR382CQK features DisplayPort 1.2ay HDMI 2.0 video inputs, a USB 3.0 port hub, 7-watt stereo speakers and VESA support. For a monitor of this size and also ultra-panoramic, you will need a desk at least 90 centimeters, which will withstand its 10 kilograms of weight.

Highlights:
37.5 "(95cm) Curved 21: 9 Ultrawide Monitor
Resolution: Ultrawide QHD (3840x1600 pixels )
IPS technology and 100% sRGB color gamut
Adaptive Sync Support for smooth, smooth images
AcerVisionCare for eye protection
Curved 21: 9

The 95 cm (37.5 inch) curved display is the perfect entertainment experience that seamlessly adjusts to the natural shape of your eyes by providing the same distance to the eye at every corner of the screen. The wider field of view creates a unique, charming atmosphere.

UltraWide QHD display

With a QHD resolution, a refresh rate of 75 Hz and a response time of 5 ms, the Acer XR382CQK captures live images on the display. FreeSync adjusts the rendering speed of the graphics unit and the monitor to produce smooth optics without tearing and jerking effects. The monitor also has a modern aesthetic with a special device at the back to organize cables and keep the desk tidy.

FreeSync technology

The Acer Predator XR2 is equipped with the AMD FreeSync technology, which prevents tearing and switches off delays. With AMD FreeSync the frames of the monitor are compared with the frames of the graphics card. Thus the playing experience is guaranteed.

Zero Frame

Extend your perspective with multiple monitors connected in series. With the Acer Predator XR2 in the Zero Frame design, the frame disappears and provides a great landscape for seamless multitasking across multiple screens.

Wide viewing angles and life-like colors

The IPS (In-Plane-Switching) technology complements the curved Ultrawide QHD display with a breathtaking view angle of up to 178 °. In addition, the 100% sRGB color correction technology will amaze you with the high accuracy and fascinating color scale.

EyeProtect technologies

The Acer Predator XR monitors are designed to relieve and relieve the eye. That's why they have Acer EyeProtect technologies that minimize eye strain. The BlueLight filter reduces the exposure of harmful blue light, while the Flicker-less technology optimizes the refresh rate to relieve the eye while using the monitor.

Two channels - one screen

Various features increase the productivity of professional users by making multitasking and multimedia usage easier than ever; Whether film cutting, streaming or photoshopping. For example, Picture-by-Picture allows you to use two inputs for the same monitor to display different content on one screen side by side and to work on two projects at the same time. It also lets users view their favorite movies or videos while they are creating content, paying bills, or doing other tasks.

Fast connectivity

The Acer XR382CQK offers a wide range of connectivity options. HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort v1.2 and a four-way USB 3.0 hub with connectors on the side and below the display enable a fast connection of the mouse, keyboard, gaming headset and other devices without leaving your chair. The monitor also has a USB 3.1 Type C connector (Gen 1) for fast data transfer of up to 5 Gbps.

Designed for comfort

Those who spend many hours in front of the computer will appreciate the ergonomic stand. It allows you to tilt the monitor (-5 to +35 degrees), rotate (+/- 30 degrees) and adjust the height (up to 130 mm). Equipped with Acer EyeProtect, the new monitors are flicker-free, have a Blaulicht filter, ComfyView and low-dimming technologies to prevent screen shading and over-lighting. This can help to relieve strained eyes during long sessions. Two 7-W loudspeakers with DTS ® sound are provided for the musical background .

Our opinion: Convincing with excellent 21: 9 UltraWide QHD presentation

TrackR Bravo Review | Key Tracker, Phone Finder

TrackR Bravo - Key Tracker, Phone Finder, Wallet Locator, Dog Finder, Generation 2, Silver
TrackR Bravo is a small accessory that was born especially for the most clueless. This small device is the size of a coin and will help you to avoid losing your most treasured items such as keys, wallet or phone among many others. Thanks to its mobile application we can know at all times where our object is and in case of not finding it we can sound an alarm to denounce its position.

The Bravo TrackR arrives in a small blister of plastic and cardboard, a presentation very minimalist but sufficient for the type of product in question. The top of the blister refers to some of the most interesting features of this small device.

TrackR Bravo is a very small and lightweight device, its dimensions barely exceed a two euro coin and thanks to its aluminum body is so light that even weighs much less than that keyring that you have been using for so long. All this makes it the thinnest and most durable tracking device . As we can see, it is powered by a battery that we can replace without any problem once it has been exhausted

TrackR Bravo is the easiest way to find lost or misplaced objects . Thanks to its distance indicator we can know at all times if we are moving away from our valuable object. In case we do not find what we are looking for it will be as easy as ringing the little alarm that the TrackR Bravo incorporates to betray its position, how many times we have lost our valuable minutes looking for those keys that do not appear. The monitoring network elements Trackr will help you find anything that you lost. When a TrackR user is within range of the lost object, the user receives a GPS update.

If you are clueless with your mobile TrackR Bravo will also be your solution, pressing the small button on the device will make your smartphone ring wherever it is, even if it is silent.

Thanks to the application that is available for Android and iOS you can be permanently connected to your most precious objects and you will be able to know where they are at any time.
Once we install the application we open it and the first thing it will do is ask us to add our device by selecting it from the list. We just need to activate the bluetooth of our smartphone and look for the Bravo TrackR.

Once we have added the TrackR Bravo device the next step will be to tell the software the object to which we are going to join it to track it , apart from objects we can also select our pet to know where it is at all times.

Once we have added our object the application will always show us its position on the map , if we lose sight of it we have only to press the indicator of the speaker to sound the TrackR Bravo and that we chive its position. We also observed a proximity indicator .

My Rating 4/5

Final words and conclusion
I bought one for my laptop and another as a key chain because I always spend a lot of time looking for my keys every day. These new devices are really fantastic! I have had other follow-up products and they are all so awkward and ugly. These are pretty small that I can put one on my little dog without dragging him on the floor and my keys without feeling the extra bulge in my pocket. TrackR Bravo is a very small but very versatile device that many users can take advantage of . This gadget allows us to track the position of any object we appreciate and even our pet to know where it is at all times. Its use is really simple and no user will have problems in this aspect. Its energy consumption is very low so with a single battery we will have for a whole year, in addition this can be replaced in a very simple way so it will never leave us thrown. Users should customize the settings for their own level of necessary protection, and track battery usage after starting to use their Trackrs to fine tune their usage.

How to Sterilize Your Phone

Wherever you go, your smartphone goes with you. But do you know how many germs accompany with your Phone?

A few years ago, the School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine in London  found that 92% of the phones included in the study had some type of bacteria . Logically taking into account the amount of bacteria we carry in the hands and limbs we use to handle our devices. A study that made me think what to do with my smartphone. Here I collect the steps so that my mobile phone is clean and disinfected .

Clean your smartphone
The first step seems obvious: clean your smartphone by wiping it or similar. A simple sentence that has several options.
If you want to use some of the cleaning solutions that exist in the market, you can basically choose three:
1. Screen cleaning wipes.
2. Wipes with anti-bacteria liquid.
3. Complete cleaning kits for mobile devices.
4. PhoneSoap

If you do not want to use third-party products and you're more of a do-it-yourself , you can try creating your own wonderful cleaning liquid . The recipe is very simple: a mixture with the same amount of alcohol disinfectant to 70% and distilled water . Important not to be wrong with the most habitual alcohol to 98% and not to use normal water, since it could give problems or leave residues. If you prefer home remedies, you can also make a mixture with the same amount of distilled water and vinegar , although you will have to endure its smell.

Clean connectors and perforations
Any drilling in your smartphone like connectors, microphones, headset , etc. is often a place that stores much of the dirt on your smartphone. To solve this problem you can help two utensils as common as sticks and sticks ear .
Try to pass the chopsticks through the cracks of your mobile and do not be scared of what you can find. For a thorough cleaning, pass a dry swab for the ears. If it is still not clean, you can use one of the cleaning fluids mentioned in the first step to slightly moisten the swab.
It is also a good idea to take a look at especially important areas of your smartphone like the cameras . Be very careful in these areas because what we least desire is to meet with a rayon.

Sterilizer for smartphones
If you want your smartphone to be totally free of any bacteria, a mobile sterilizer is your best choice. Although it is a greater investment than required by previous methods, an ultraviolet sterilizer uses this type of light to eliminate the germs present in your device.
The existing models are many and varied, but none of them work miracles. To give you an idea of ​​what you can find, PhoneSoap  is one of the most famous. Keep in mind that even eliminating a lot of germs, they will not be able to get rid of all the dirt on the smartphone.

Clean accessories
I can not cover the cleaning of all smartphone accessories, but I do want to make a note about one of the most common: headphones . The headphones included with the mobiles usually are of button and its cleaning is quite simple.

If you have the smartphone sterilizer, of course you can also use it to disinfect your headphones. For manual cleaning, something as simple as using a wipe moistened slightly with water (and a drop of soap if dirt is important) and rub them gently.

One thing to keep in mind: remember to let them dry completely before reusing them.
Choose whichever option you choose, if you keep a record and clean your smartphone every few weeks, you will greatly reduce the number of bacteria or germs present on your mobile.

Fujifilm X-T20 Review

Fujifilm X-T20: DSLM from High-end to mid-range price

Fujifilm X-T20

The Fujifilm X-T20 turns out to be a strong battle to the competition and a definite reason for an upgrade from the predecessor model. The DSLM combines modern equipment such as touch display and UHD video with first-class picture quality and fast autofocus. Among the few weak points are the comparatively short battery life as well as Short series recording and recharge time.

With the Fujifilm X-T20, is an attractive revision of the mid-class DSLM series. The most important innovation? Clearly, the X-Trans-III CMOS sensor known from the big sister models X-T2 and X-Pro 2 . The high-resolution UHD video mode and the fast-paced focus system are also reminiscent of the X-T2. With the best of it: the Fujifilm X-T20 costs only about half as much as the two flagships. Is it an unrestricted bargain recommendation.

Fujifilm X-T20: Large in features and small in dimension
The Fujifilm X-T20 can be set to meet the highest standards when it is turned on for the first time. The DSLM is fast to operate, is very comfortable in the hand and likes with a valuable processing. The controls on the back are easy to reach. And for the operating modes, the shutter speed and the exposure correction, the manufacturer has his own setting wheels for fast access.

Fujifilm X-T20

The autofocus system is already known from the X-T2. Up to 325 separate focus points are available as well as zone AF and an intelligent focus mode, which independently analyzes motif situations, recognizes faces and even eyes and tracks motifs in five different pre-programmed situations. For manual focusing, extras such as focus peaking, a magnifying glass, and a focus scale with sharpening depth indicator are on board.In terms of speed, the Fujifilm X-T20 is always snapshot ready: even in low light, the subject appears in only about 0.4 seconds.

The serial recording writes up to eight images per second on the memory card with mechanical shutter. With silent triggering with an electronic shutter even up to 14 pictures per second can be used. Compared to many opponents, however, the series mode has upper limits. In the test, the Fujifilm X-T20 comes to a halt after 42 JPEGs or 23 RAW recordings. During the writing process can be recordings Although already considered, but "lame" the camera something. The responsible bottle neck: The aged UHS-I standard of the SD card compartment , which lies directly next to the batteryDiscover the latest mobile phone accessories at Media Markt! - a disadvantage in matters of mobility.

Fujifilm X-T20: A few extras are missing
The 385 gram light aluminum housing is unfortunately not like the X-T2 dust and splash water protected, but is pleasantly slip resistant in the hand. For wireless communication the camera uses WLAN, Bluetooth and GPS are missing. The location data can however be written into the image data via the free app for iOS and Android. To connect, the camera opens its own wireless network, which is recognized by the smartphone. Small drawback: The camera is occasionally "frozen" in the connection setup. In addition to the image transmission, smartphones also function as a comfortable remote control without large transmission charges.

On the back, the three-inch touch screen, which provides a sharp image display with 1.04 million pixels. Thanks to the touch function, the focus point can be placed directly on the LCD with a finger. In the picture display it is even possible to move the images with the finger or to zoom in with a two fingers into a picture. In the menu newly introduced with the X-Pro2 the touch function is unfortunately not available.


Fujifilm X-T20: Compulsory accessory Secondary Battery is needed
The fact that the viewfinder as well as the display will consume more battery power, illustrate the measured maximum 450 images per charge. The predecessor X-T10 showed a significantly lower consumption of battery and came upto 700 recordings. if your camera would have to be on for several hours a second rechargeable battery should therefore be part of the compulsory equipment, especially since the battery is only charged with the enclosed charger.


Overall rating: 

• good (87, 0%)
• Price-performance ratio: 82%
• Image quality: 95.7%
• Equipment / Handling: 81.3%
• Speed: 87%
• Video quality: 76.8%

FUJIFILM X-T20 - Unboxing and Getting Started

Pebble Time Steel Smartwatch for Apple/Android Devices - Silver

Pebble Time Steel is the premium version of Pebble Time, so it maintains the rectangular and simple design of its brother, but the difference is that both the body and the buttons are stainless steel, adding this detail of a premium sensation.

The leather strap that comes with this smartwatch is comfortable, although it is possible to easily change it for another type of strap, so that you can exchange them and adapt the watch better to each situation, since you have a great variety to choose from.

This device has a color e-paper technology screen, although in terms of quality it is far from the rest of smartwatch of the competition, but there are also many benefits offered by this technology.

Among them is being able to keep the screen always on, which allows the information is always visible. Also it draws attention its spectacular visibility in conditions of great light, and is that in this aspect has no rival.

In addition, thanks to the technology of screen and the processor of low consumption, the Pebble Time Steel allows to enjoy up to 10 days once fully charged, aspect quite remarkable.

Pebble Time Steel smart watch incorporates a microphone that allows to answer messages or save notes, although this will depend on the operating system of your smartwatch.

Another advantage of this watch is water resistance, since it can dive up to 30 meters. A characteristic that is especially appreciated in summer or if you usually do some kind of water sport.

It also incorporates a port that will allow to expand the capabilities of the watch using smart straps, so in the future will be able to incorporate new sensors, such as GPS, a heart rate monitor or others.

The operating system of this watch proposes a different way of interacting with the smartwatch, and is based on placing in a timeline all the information that interests you, and whose operation is very simple.

As for the notifications, if you have an iPhone you will receive on the clock all the ones that reach you, but if you have an Android terminal you can choose which ones get to your smartwatch. And a catch for iPhone users is that they will not be able to interact with the notifications, being unable to respond directly from your Pebble Time Steel., While with Android you can respond even by voice.

In short, Pebble Time Steel maintains the philosophy of previous models, it does not pretend to do everything but to do well what it offers.


Pebble Time Steel - Smartwatch (128 MB RAM, Li-ion, Android, 4.0, Bluetooth 4.0), silver color is a very good product that fulfills what it promises. It can be purchased in amazon . This product has been developed by Pebble.

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Review of Orbi Home WiFi System by NETGEAR

Better WiFi Everywhere with 3 Gigabit Speed, Tri-Band Mesh WiFi, Easy Setup, Replaces WiFi Range Extenders. Compatible with Amazon Echo/Alexa

WiFi ... What a technology! It can make your life easier. To help you and have a high-performance WiFi, Netgear is releasing its new system called Orbi.

And as their slogan says: "From the entrance to the garden, from the cellar to the attic, Orbi offers you sensational, reliable and secure WiFi broadcasts in every corner of the house. "... Does not this dream sell? , -)

WiFi everywhere
Create one large Netgear WiFi network in your home with the Netgear Orbi, the first Multi-room Wi-Fi solution that solves all your problems WIFI !. Orbi consists of a router and a satellite. Place the router to your modem and the satellite in the center of your home. The satellite expands the network, rather than to strengthen it. This makes Orbi is very suitable for multi-storey houses, because you're everywhere equally strong wifi signal.

Orbi Home WiFi System

Let's now look at the technical side to understand the difference between Orbi and the already existing systems, such as the WiFi repeaters or extenders we have already in market.

Orbi offers WiFi Mesh Tri-Band
In fact, to improve your reception or the quality of the WiFi, one can make use of several types of terminals and their different technologies. Basically, we have:

That in point-to-point, that is, they communicate with each other from one point to another.
The WiFi in Daisy-Chained, there it is the Borne A which then sends to the Borne B, then the C etc ...
The star WiFi where there is a central point that sends to secondary points placed in a triangular fashion.
And finally the Mesh: there we create a WiFi type loop, each terminal communicates with the other to offer all its power, which allows to keep the same quality and stability on each terminal.

Unlike a repeater that splits your bit rates at the end of the line and creates different networks, Orbi creates only one network with a single password: you will thus gain in comfort of use, because no need to juggle Between your different networks to be on the most efficient

Let's take a closer look at this Netgear Orbi ...

The system is composed of at least one Base, to which can be added satellites to extend the range according to its needs or according to the configuration of its environment.
The Base Orbi covers up to 175m ² of surface and with an additional Satellite you add 175m ² of area in addition. Either 350m2, yes, you counted well.But all this did not prevent Netgear from retaining Formula 1 features and performance.

We find :

• WiFi Connectivity
• AC3000 (1733 + 866 + 400 Mbit / s) †
• WiFi Tri-band simultaneous
• Supports IEEE® 802.11b / g / n 2.4 GHz-256 QAM
• IEEE® 802.11 a / n / ac support 5 GHz-256 QAM
• 4 GB of flash memory and 512 MB of RAM
• 6 high-performance antennas with powerful amplifiers
• Implicit / explicit beamforming for the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands (1733 + 866 + 400 Mbit / s)
• MU-MIMO compatibility: Broadcast your data simultaneously on multiple devices
• 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports 10/100/1000 Mbps: 1 WAN port (for base) + 3 LAN ports for the router / 4 LAN ports for the satellite
• 1 USB 2.0 port

You really have something to fill the white areas of your home with a Base and Satellite set.
The Base and the Satellites resemble each other like 2 drops of water.

They are matte white in color and resemble an oil diffuser or an air purifying device with an oval shape. Frankly the design is successful and neat, there we no longer talk about a black box very ugly with all sorts of antennas that protrude.

And yet Orbi has 6 antennas, but hidden and integrated.
It's good, a box WiFi not ugly, which can integrate shamelessly into your rooms, and that I assure you that Madame will love.

Orbi Home WiFi System by NETGEAR

Easy installation
The satellite and router are in contact with each other and connect automatically with the strongest signal, so you'll never suffer from dead spots. And where other WiFi amplifiers have a delay of a few seconds, Orbi switch without a hitch from the satellite to router and vice versa. This gives you never suffer from signal loss when you walk through your house. If necessary, this set can be expanded with additional satellites.

Nothing to complain about, it catches everywhere and the WiFi throughput is really good everywhere you are and even outdoors in my garden is royal. I have the Base in my living room and a Satellite in my garage and frankly I have a WiFi network that holds the road without falling flow when I move from one place to another.

The range is even better than my RT1900 with its 3 external antennas. Netgear has done a good job, they have managed to combine performance, ease of installation and aesthetics passes everywhere.

Netgear will then offer an automatic and fully transparent update system for the user for future evolutions.
I have not yet been able to test the official application that will be released in November, along with the solution. But good, knowing Netgear is going to be at all good yet ;-)

Multiroom Wifi? 
Multiroom Wifi - also called 'mesh network,' 'surround network' or 'adaptive wifi' called - is a name for a WiFi technology. A multiroom WiFi network consists of a base unit and separate satellites. The base station sends the signal to the satellites. These are all wirelessly connected. Through this technique, the wifi signal is uneven and you have no more trouble creak as you walk through your house.

Orbi app
The app Orbi imagine the router easily with your smartphone or tablet. The app is available for iOS and Android.


Conclusion

Finally, I am once again satisfied by the solutions that Netgear Orbi Home WiFi offers and this Netgear Orbi does not deviate from the rule. It's beautiful and in addition really very powerful, it seems to become the manufacturing brand of Netgear

Netgear WiFi Range Extender EX7300 Nighthawk X4

As a top-of-the-line model, the Netgear EX7300 Wi-Fi repeater is obviously capable of repeating both 11n and 11ac signals, up to the maximum theoretical speeds of 450 Mbps and 1733 Mbps respectively. 2.2 Gb / s cumulatively. This model brings with it the usual baggage of the American manufacturer: a simple and intuitive implementation as well as a Fast Lane mode that has always convinced us.

Netgear WiFi Range Extender

A little more voluminous than average, this repeater does not have any external antenna. Netgear has thus preferred to integrate not less than 4 antennas inside the case; A business of design according to the firm. If the integration of antennas is always a positive point that avoids breakage in the event of a shock, it has forced the manufacturer not to integrate a female electrical socket, the company arguing that it would have resulted in an even more imposing case. On the left side, there are the traditional buttons on the Wi-Fi repeaters. The first one allows you to choose the operating mode - repeater or access point - another is dedicated to WPS pairing, The other can turn the housing off or on, One is provided to reset the configuration to its factory settings. A Gigabit network jack allows you to configure the device manually via a computer or wire any network device. Using a C-type electrical outlet (two plugs), the appliance can be turned up or down.

On this high-end model, Netgear announces a theoretical flow of 2.2 Gb / s in cumulative. The Nighthawk X4 is thus able to aggregate up to 450 Mb / s in Wi-Fi 11n and 1733 Mb / s in Wi-Fi 11ac. For households that only have type 11n devices, Netgear proposes to set the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands in its Fast Lane mode. Instead of repeating two networks - one at 2.4 and the other at 5 GHz - it only repeats a single Wi-Fi stream, in 802.11n. It is then chosen to connect the router to the repeater on one frequency, whilst the other frequency is used to connect the devices. This method allows to increase the flow rates, which we will check a little later in this article.

The configuration system is in line with what Netgear has been offering since last year. The simplest - and most practical - method is to go through WPS pairing. It starts by pressing the eponymous button on the router then the one of the repeater and the turn is played. The box repeats the existing Wi-Fi signal through a new network with the _EXT suffix and has the same password as the initial network. If the router transmits on two bands, both networks will be repeated.

Netgear also thought of people who do not have a WPS-compliant router - Free subscribers, randomly - or who are anxious to go further in configuration. Those must go through the web interface named Netgear Genie. Well-designed and simple to handle, this interface offers a lot of features: scheduled access, access control, fine-tuning Wi-Fi settings (SSID, password), activating Fast Lane mode or updating Of the firmware . Note that the switch to daylight saving time is done automatically. The firmware update also passes through this interface, as no automatic update system has been implemented. It is necessary to go periodically in the interface to check if an update is available.

The Wi-Fi 11ac rate on the 5 GHz band is rather high, reaching a maximum between 260 and 280 Mb / s. The result is higher than the  Netgear EX6150, which peaks at 200 Mbps best conditions. The average of our different survey points is between 155 and 203 Mb / s. The results obtained in 11n on 2.4 GHz are also very good, with maximums rotating around 100 Mb / s, that is as much as the EX6150 In Fast Lane mode. The average is between 45 and 85 Mb / s

The power consumption during data exchange is correct (5.2 watts). It is a little less good at rest where the device does not go below 4 watts. Pity.


STRONG POINTS

• Flow rates.
• WPS compatible.
• Easy configuration.
• Fast Lane mode.
• Visual positioning aid.

WEAK POINTS

• Creating a secondary network.
• Theoretical flow announced rather deceptive.
• Guarantee of 2 years only, for a high-end product.

CONCLUSION

As is often the case, Netgear delivers a complete Wi-Fi repeater here, offering an easy configuration and a convincing performance with high data rates in all cases. Its Fast Lane acceleration mode is also still interesting. Only regret, the warranty a little chiche (2 years) for a product of this caliber.

Yamaha 2700 soundbar Review

Yamaha MusicCast YSP-2700: sound projection comes back strong

After the excellent sound bar YSP-2500 and bluffing Sound Projector technology (YSP), Yamaha is back with the YSP-2700, a model that shifts into high gear adds Wi-Fi, the multiroom and a new Cabinet low. Yamaha shows us once again that he has mastered his subject.

Like its elder, the MusicCast YSP-2700 has a very neat construction, at the same time discreet, elegant and solid. It fits easily in front of most TVs or easily attaches to a wall with the supplied mounting kit and template. The front panel always has a very readable front panel which is placed on the right side of the bar.

YSP-2700

The YSP-2700 is always well equipped in terms of connectivity. Despite the loss of a Toslink connector and aptX for Bluetooth (A2DP, AVRC and SBC, AAC), this model gains flexibility thanks to the arrival of Wi-Fi and its lot of possibility (DLNA, AirPlay, Spotify Connect and compatibility with some streaming services). To go even further, the MusicCast multiroom is integrated. We will dedicate a test to him as soon as possible. Another nice point is that the Bluetooth connection is not just one-sided, because the YSP-2700 also acts as a transmitter in addition to a receiver. So you can easily connect a headset or portable speaker wirelessly.

In addition to the wireless connection (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth), the YSP-2700 offers 4 HDMI ports (including an ARC), Toslink optical input, digital coax input, RCA L / R analog input, RJ45 port, An input for the Intellibeam calibration microphone and an RCA subwoofer output.

YSP-2700

The formats supported by the soundbar are numerous. One can mention the decoding DTS HD and Dolby True HD and file formats like MP3, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC and AIFF. On these last 3 formats without loss, the bar can play files whose sampling frequency is up to 192 kHz. The complete list of formats read is available on the manufacturer's website. On the HDMI side, there is always pass-through management of all formats up to 4K Ultra HD (60 Hz / HDR, HDCP2.2, 4: 4: 4) and 3D.

The Yamaha YSP-2700 is always easy to install and use, while offering advanced settings for the more experienced. The small front display shows the essential information, supplemented by a user interface on the TV screen to navigate more easily and see more clearly. The upper side of the bar conceals a few buttons (volume, tension, mute, source ...) and 3 leds (activation of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and power on).

Yamaha YSP-2700

For a sound bar, the YSP-2700 offers a well balanced and rich set, which is still less pruned for musical listening. Unsurprisingly, the voices are clear and well defined while benefiting from a highlight. The Clear Voice option allows you to detach them more radically if you want to hear your program or the newscast, for example. The subwoofer gives us deep, diffuse and warm bass than the YSP-2500. Even if the bass may lack percussion from time to time, it remains natural and never obscures the rest of the spectrum. The high-mid / treble are revealed in a gentle and detailed manner, without going into the higher bid. However, they can become more aggressive and sharp if you are too shifted from the listening point (too close or too much on the sides), especially in surround mode . The different DSP modes proposed, although not essential, remain interesting for their work on reverberation.

The system is very powerful and will not hurt to sound a lounge to watch your favorite movies. Distortion, discrete, but not inaudible in the low / low-medium, can become too present if you push the bar of sound to excess. Better to stay at a reasonable level of listening for a perfectly clean signal.

Notably disappointing, the restitution of the Bluetooth input is quite confusing and suffers from a few cuts and especially from a large lag (almost 550 ms). Fortunately, there is Wi-Fi to listen to wireless!

Pros
Sound rendering well balanced.
Subwoofer performance.
Nice reserve of power ..
High performance sound spatialization.
Quality of manufacture and discretion.
Connection / complete remote control.
Intuitive operation and fast configuration.
Automatic or manual calibration.

Cons:
Quality of transmission in Bluetooth.
Distortion not negligible.

CONCLUSION  5/5
Yamaha is another hit with this YSP-2700 sound bar. The sublime manufacturer's YSP-2500 by further improving a little more sound rendering and adding more functionality with Wi-Fi and multiroom . The sound projection, which is always as bluffing, offers us an immersive experience incomparable in the category of sound bars with a subwoofer. Too bad the integration of Bluetooth was a little sloppy.

Fujifilm X100F Review

Announced in mid-January, the all-new Fujifilm X100F is expected to go on sale in the coming days. This compact expert is nevertheless eagerly awaited by the fans of the street photo from which the previous three generations (X100, X100S and X100T) had already achieved a great success. Let us recall the specificities of this device really in part. First of all, this vintage look has contributed greatly to its success and suggests that the X100F still works with film film. Yet it is a digital camera with the new 24.3-megapixel X-Trans CMOS III sensor (16.3 megapixels for the previous version, the X100T) in the APS-C format. This sensor already present on the recent XPro2 is renowned for its exceptional image quality

Fujifilm X100F

Proof again that the X100 series does not look only in the retro, its cameras are equipped since 2011 of the famous optical or electronic hybrid viewfinder. By pulling to the right the small lever at the front, on the right of the lens, the sight switches from the optical mode to the digital mode. In the first case, the photographer sees the scene as it really is, as in the viewfinder of so-called reflex cameras. The electronic mode, used on most hybrid devices, offers a view that is less clear, but shows what the final image will look like in terms of color, depth of field, contrast, exposure etc. Question of Taste, but also of situation. The optical viewfinder allows for example to see more details, especially in the shadows. On the other hand, The viewfinder being placed in the left corner of the camera, what it sees in optical mode is logically offset from what the lens sees. This shift called parallax is particularly important when the object being photographed is near. But in the optical viewfinder, it can be corrected. Indeed at the time of the focus, a new frame shifted to the right, and thus towards the axis of the objective, indicates the actual contours of the photo. It is necessary to shift his device to keep the right framing. Indeed at the time of the focus, a new frame shifted to the right, and thus towards the axis of the objective, indicates the actual contours of the photo. It is necessary to shift his device to keep the right framing. Indeed at the time of the focus, a new frame shifted to the right, and thus towards the axis of the objective, indicates the actual contours of the photo. It is necessary to shift his device to keep the right framing.

Fujifilm X100F

A little innovation on the X100F: in manual focusing, simply push the selector lever of the viewfinder to the left to bring up a small digital frame in a corner of the optical viewfinder in which the center of the image appears enlarged. This complex device, superimposing a digital image in the optical viewfinder, allows precise manual focusing.

In use, the X100F was really thought for the street photographer. In addition to its ultra-quiet shutter, its compact dimensions (it easily fits into a jacket pocket) and its fixed lens of 23mm (equivalent 35mm) emblematic of the reportage and "street photography", it benefits from directly accessible settings: The opening (f) is regulated on the optics, as in the time of the film. As for speed, sensitivity (ISO) and exposure, they are adjusted via one of the two notched wheels on the top of the case. It is therefore not necessary to dive into the menus or to control the parameters in the viewfinder.


Another highlight of this newcomer is his rapidity. The shutter can reach the spectacular speed of 1/32000 seconds. A very short exposure time for shooting in full light and full aperture (f / 2). Finally, according to Fujifilm's stated measurements, the X100F is also very responsive: it lights up in about 0.5 seconds, the interval between two takes is only 0.2 seconds, trigger response 0.01 second And finally a focusing in 0.08 seconds under good light conditions.

Fujifilm is a historical manufacturer of film films for photography and an eternal competitor of Kodak. Fujifilm integrates in its cameras settings that simulate the rendering of its old films: Provia, Velvia, Astia, etc. In the X100F, the Acros A black and white film renowned for the richness of its details. It is with the film Classic Chrome that offers a color rendering very reportage, one of our preferred settings.

With its vintage look, minimal footprint, fixed non-interchangeable lens, old-fashioned settings and superlative images, the X100F is an atypical and addictive device. Pretty expensive

Fitbit announces the Alta HR worlds slimmest fitness tracker and will now better follow the sleep

Fitbit announces the Alta HR worlds slimmest fitness tracker and will now better follow the sleep

Fitbit gently prepares the arrival of the beautiful days and the time of the fitness. The company announces today the Alta HR, which takes again the minimalist design of the first Alta of the name, the cardiac sensor in addition.

The Fitbit range is now enriched with the Alta HR. As the name suggests, this is a new version of the Alta released last year that adds a cardiac sensor. What to get, according to Fitbit, the smallest bracelet connected with such a sensor. It must be said indeed that the Alta shone by its compactness reduced to the strict minimum, the version in HR takes again strictly the same dimensions.

It is the only real visible novelty of this 2017 vintage, but it also gains in autonomy, it is now announced of 7 days. It's two days longer than Charge 2, though bigger. The object obviously keeps its screen to display the essential information of its sporting session and time. The Alta automatically detects the sporting activity. On the other hand, like the previous model, this one is not water resistant, so you will not be able to carry it in the shower.

Sleep

The other novelty announced by Fitbit and the follow-up of the sleep which can now rely on the cardiac sensor in addition to the accelerometer, which allows Fitbit to obtain more accurate results. Thanks to the Alta, as well as the other products of the brand with a cardiac sensor (except HR load), the user will be able to know the time spent per night in the different phases of sleep (deep, paradoxical, light and short phases Of awakening), in addition of course of the duration of the sleep. The sleep section finally wins a "board" part, which will inform the user about its quality of sleep according to the activities practiced during the day.

These new features will come in April for tracking sleep phases, and later in spring for tips. The Alta HR will also be available in April , the basic models available in four colors. Two special editions including a gold-colored box.
Note that the old bracelets for Alta are compatible with the new HR.

Olympus Stylus SH-2: travel zoom camera in retro design

The Olympus Stylus SH-2, the manufacturer has announced a new travel zoom camera. With its 24x zoom and 16 megapixels handy Compact promises scan almost every design in poster size in proper style retro style. The Olympus Stylus SH-2 is supposed to be particularly suitable for night scenes and other low light situations. The SH-2 will be available in a two-tone silver and black models and in an all-black edition. Regardless of the color scheme you choose, its top plate and control panel are made from aluminum alloy

Olympus Stylus SH-2

Olympus Stylus SH-2: Good stabilized is half the photo

With the words "unbeatable even in difficult lighting conditions" is Olympus Stylus before the SH-2. But what can I do? Maybe on a particularly bright lens or an astonishingly high light sensitivity? Neither The manufacturer justifies this statement with the built-in 5-axis image stabilizer. An effective anti-shake performance seems to be absolutely necessary in the travel zoom camera. With a maximum aperture of F3 to F6,9 the lens shows little bright. If clear, high zooms in small picture format of 25 mm to full telephoto to 600mm, required for handheld shots even under the glaring sunlight most of stabilization.

Olympus Stylus SH-2: Which way leads on what's new?

But perhaps it is the image stabilization in the Olympus Stylus SH-2 at the same effective model as the DSLM OM-D E-M5 II , which you can see in the video. Otherwise it would be a direct transfer from the SH-1 well in this case. In any case, candidates must seek innovations with the microscope: 3-inch touch screen with still sharp 460,000 subpixels, Full HD video mode at 60 frames per second, WiFi for wireless data transmission, minimum shutter speed of 1 / 2.000 seconds as well as a fleet of shooting with 11 , 5 frames per second - all that is already contained in the previous camera SH-1 . Apparently has the Olympus SH-2, only two new shooting modes: time-lapse video recording and night mode. . That's also the price is planned for April Olympus Stylus SH-2 is based on well-known figures: Around  $399.99 will travel zoom camera quote - just like the old SH-1. Since the current model yet but already has a few months to the box, there's a good piece already under manufacturer price. So whoever saves himself the two new modes, save a few dollars

Crucial M550 SSD 512 GB Review

The M550 offers excellent capacity / price, but also speed. Whether for large or small files, performance is at the rendezvous. Too bad the manufacturer does not provide software for cloning data.

Crucial M550 512 GB

Swift as for large than for small files, this 2.5-inch model, perfect for ultra-thin laptops, costs only 100$ in its 128 GB version.

Crucial offers a new line of SSDs called M550. Available in mSATA formats, M.2 and 2.5 inches, it provides capacity 128 GB to 1 TB The M550 is equipped with a Marvell controller and flash memory Micron 20 nm. According to the manufacturer, it reaches speeds of 550 MB / s read and 500MB / s write.

The M550 measures just 0.7 inches thick, which allows it to be installed in the latest laptops, ultrabooks category. Good point, Crucial Book a plastic frame to wedge the traditional SSD in a notebook, with a pitch of 0.95 cm thick. Unfortunately, no program is provided to clone your system disk to the SSD.

The M550 offers excellent rates for small files
The Crucial SSD is also swift to transfer small files (pictures or audio) with speeds of 403.4 MB / s read and 364.7 MB / s write. It is also better than the Vertex 460. Finally, the M550 proved very efficient in multi-tasking environment and seamlessly manages accesses performed simultaneously by multiple programs.


Secure and protect your data
The Crucial M550 is a disk encryption with automatic controller integrates the highest encoding hardware, the disc can run at full speed without loss of performance due to the encoding software.

Features Crucial M550 512GB:

• SSD  memory  NAND Flash Micron 20nm MLC
• Capacity: 512 GB
• Height: 3.75 mm
• Transfer speeds: 550 MB / s read / 500 MB / s write
• I rate / S: 85,000 IOPS
• Interface  mSATA
• Almost instantaneous loading of files and programs
• Download large files in seconds instead of several minutes
• Energy management for increased life of your battery

The verdict

The M550 offers excellent capacity / price, but also speed. Whether for large or small files, performance is at the rendezvous. Too bad the manufacturer does not provide software cloning data.

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