Google is taking stab at all things electronics, well, almost everything. The Day One of the Google I/O showcased a number of new gadgets announcing that the search engine giant is officially into the original equipment manufacturing (OEM) business. One of the devices, worth noticing, was the new blob-shaped media-streaming device called Nexus Q. The […]
Jun 28 2012 | Posted in
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The Nexus Q is a orb-shaped device that has a chord cut at the bottom to place it on a table or book shelf. The whole device is painted in matte-black giving it a more gothic look than a media device. Google has a way to design device in the most innovative ways. Though this […]
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In case of Apple TV, AirPlay streams audio and video content double time, first on the mobile device from where the request is instigated, then in the Apple TV that supplies it to the television via HDMI. However, inserting Nexus Q into the look demotes the smartphone/tablet to merely a controller. The user only has […]
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Upcoming MacBook Pro will be slimmer with Retina Display and without optical drive, iCloud to receive upgrades and Apple Television in the making for a possible next year release MacBook Pro gets a makeover in the upcoming 2012 model, said a credible source this week. It has been more than two years that the Pro […]
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The MacBook Pro is also expected to have the astonishing Retina Display resolution. Though this is not a biggie for Apple anymore, but for users it will bring a new experience of paper-like text view and extremely sharp video quality especially in games. The new MacBook Pro will embrace the latest Ivy Bridge processors from […]
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Apple has been in a buying spree since last year to develop and improve its own map service. In this regard, the Cupertino giants acquired a number of companies that master in mapping services, including the infamous acquisition of C3 Technologies. According to various sources, the Apple map service will be smoother, clearer and more […]
May 17 2012 | Posted in
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Apple is again in rumours these days and it is not just the upcoming iPhone but almost every gadget that the company sells has been aimed by rumour guns. In recent news hovering in the media, Pegatron Corporation has landed at Cupertino for the new iPhone, which is touted to be slimmer and longer than […]
May 15 2012 | Posted in
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In other news, the MacBook Air and Pro are anticipated to receive reinforcements in Fall this year. Word on the street is that the company has planning to launch a new $799 MacBook Air to cater to Windows-based ultrabooks that range from $699 to $1200. The release of this thin MacBook Air is expected […]
May 15 2012 | Posted in
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Roku launched a new streaming-media box, Roku HD, recently, which is an upgrade to Roku LT, according to the company. However, after combing the specifications list, the claim seems to be doubtful on various accounts. Moreover, the device is $10 expensive than LT version at $60. The new device sports a black body with a […]
May 10 2012 | Posted in
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Streaming on the new HD is WiFi only as there is no Ethernet port on it. Therefore, a strong WiFi connection is required for uninterrupted supply of content, most of which is HD at 720p. The built-in 802.11n Wi-Fi chip is in there for connecting to the Internet, and while it’s not dual-band like the […]
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Apple, Inc.’s 2012 model of the Apple TV is out for the same $99. As it goes with new models and especially in the case of Apple, there are always new features in the latest releases. However, to some length, the new Apple TV becomes the exception to general moto of new devices, and of […]
Mar 20 2012 | Posted in
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The interface has been made more user-friendly with larger and crispier icons and broader lists. Every app has its own icon and every feature owns its own. It looks like Apple TV’s OS is maturing by the day. The whole software has been lifted to 1080p resolution, which is a welcome update. If you’re used […]
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