G2x: 4 Cool Features

When purchasing a new phone, what is important to many people are the functions and features the phone offers. In a world where gadgets rule supreme, a phone that does nothing more than make phone calls is no longer enough. The G2X by LG is an Android phone that offers hundreds of features to improve the user experience; however, there are four that really stand out.

  1. The G2X LG Android phone comes preloaded with tons of games and has access to thousands more via the apps store. Games like “Need for Speed SHIFT” show off the superb screen, ultra-fast processing speed, and are fun to boot.
  2. The G2X has not one, but two cameras. The rear-facing camera is 8-megapixel and includes an LED flash and auto focus for crisp and clear pictures and videos. For video chatting, the phone features a 1.3 megapixel front-facing camera.
  3. Like many LG Android phones, the G2X relies on Swype to make inputting text a dream. Type as fast as 40 words per minute with this intuitive technology.
  4. The phone uses the Android 2.2 operating system. This latest technology integrates seamlessly with Google services. Users also have access to over 200,000 apps through the apps store to completely customize the phone itself.

Be sure to take the time to carefully review the features and functions of any phone you are considering. You are likely to discover that the G2X offers the most punch, power, and functionality of all the phones in its price range.

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The Latest and Greatest Accessories for Your iPad

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If you’re looking for the latest in iPad accessories (just in time for the iPad 2 release), you’ve come to the right spot. From practical to green to downright fun, these are the most-talked-about accessories to come out for the iPad.

iCADE

Looking for a fun gift idea for your geeky game-loving iPad user? Look no further than the ThinkGeek iCADE. This miniature arcade-shaped accessory brings the fun of vintage arcade games to your iPad. The iPad clips directly to the “screen” of the arcade game and the control panel hosts a joystick and several arcade-style buttons. Though the iCADE does bring the joy and nostalgia of Atari, it doesn’t act as a charging dock for your iPad (making gameplay limited). Too bad, too, because the iCADE would make an excellent novelty docking station. Expect the iCADE to run around $100.

Voltaic Spark Solar Tablet Case

Your iPad is great, but it does make you feel guilty about its negative environmental output. Wouldn’t it be great if you could use less electricity and more Mother Nature? Worry no more with the Voltaic Spark Solar Tablet Case, which uses solar power to charge smart tablets such as the iPad. For every hour the Voltaic Spark Solar Tablet Case is left in direct sunlight, it’ll provide about an hour of iPad run time. This could be incredibly useful for frequent travelers (find that patch of airport sun), green enthusiasts, or those who are simply sick of high electric bills.  The case can also be used to charge other electronics such as smartphones or digital cameras. Average pricing is yet unknown.

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Software: Adobe Lightroom Profile

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Curious about the new kid on the Adobe photo-editing block? Debating a Lightroom purchase? Here are some things you need to know before you buy.

Lightroom Versus Traditional Photoshop

If you want image-editing software, you want (or need) Adobe Photoshop. No software on the planet can touch Photoshop in terms of image manipulation. Lightroom doesn’t even try to replace Photoshop, though it does have photo-editing functions similar to those found in Photoshop. Where Lightroom really shines is in photo organization, especially for professional photographs.

Lightroom’s Five Modules

  1. Library. 

    This module is designed for basic photo organization. Organize your photos into folders, tag them with keywords, or view your library en masse.

  2. Develop. Here’s your basic photo editing module. Lightroom comes equipped with a plethora of tools and settings, including a list of presets for easy editing. For easy mass photo editing, pick a few of your favorite standard settings (such as a small boost in vibrance, brightness, and clarity) and create your own preset. The next time you upload 400 pics from your memory card, they can all be imported with the settings you’d probably boost anyway.
  3. Slideshow.As you may have guessed, this module contains multiple sharing and slideshow tools.
  4. Print. The print module is a godsend for heavy printers. Choose your intended pics and an image size and Lightroom does your layout for you. You can also create custom print layouts, perfect for collages or creative projects.
  5. Web. This module automatically sets up a virtual gallery for you, with multiple aesthetic options for you to play with. This will really only be applicable for users who utilize web sharing.
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Fun and Frivolous Gadgets of the Year

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Who says gadgets have to be practical? We think practical gadgets are useful, helpful, and essential….and really, really boring. There’s nothing boring about these latest gadgets. Behold the most fun and frivolous gadgets of the year.

  1. HoodieBuddie. Perfect for the music-loving commuter, HoodieBuddie is a line of hooded clothing that come with earbuds built directly into the drawstring. Connect your mp3 player of choice through an in-pocket input jack. “But how will I wash it?” you wail. Rest easy, music fans: HoodieBuddie is completely machine washable (though you can’t put it in the dryer).
  2. LawnBott Robotic Lawn Mower. It’s a Roomba. It’s a lawn mower. It’s like a lawn mower Roomba! This little grass-munching robot will take to your lawn like a robotic gardener. It can mow over three-quarters of an acre by itself. Plus, the LawnBott Robotic Lawn Mower promises to learn your yard’s growth pattern, so it’ll know when it’s time to mow all by itself. Expect to pay a pretty penny for this lawn care miracle: LawnBott costs well over three grand.
  3. Outcast Junior Wireless Outdoor Speaker. This powerful outdoor speaker is the perfect solution for bringing your summer playlists outside. It’s wireless and weatherproof and can connect wirelessly to your mp3 player. You can also connect it the old-fashioned way through a standard input jack. This waterproof speaker has got a battery life of about ten hours.
  4. USB Whack It. It’s like Whack-a-Mole…but better, because it’s miniature and powered from your UBS drive. It’s guaranteed to make your work day less painful..as long as your boss doesn’t see it.
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What’s New About the iPad 2

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While the world is still reeling from the release of the original iPad, Apple is already releasing the next generation in its smart tablet offerings: the iPad 2. What makes the iPad 2 different from its predecessor? Let’s take a look at the differences between the two generations.

Size

The iPad 2 is a lot thinner than the original iPad. At its thickest point, the iPad 2 only measures .34 inches. It’s a little shorter and a little less wide than the iPad 2, too. It weighs 1.3 pounds, whereas the original iPad weighed 1.5. Don’t let its small size fool you, however: the iPad 2 packs a bigger and faster punch than its predecessor.

Speed

The iPad 2 comes equipped with an A5 dual processor. This generation works nearly twice as fast as the previous generation and the graphics are heartily improved.

Color

The iPad 2 now comes in both white and black, unlike the iPad (which came only in black).

Battery Life

This generation slightly improved battery life, even with the faster speed, better graphics handling, and more intense applications. Even if you’re using it nonstop, expect to go several days without having to plug your iPad in.

Cameras

The iPad 2 now has two cameras, one in the front (perfect for conferencing use, such as Skype) and one in the back (for standard picture-taking).

Case Options

Forget the standard case offerings. The iPad 2 accessory offerings include a plastic or leather “smart case” that attaches to the iPad 2 via magnets. When the case is closed, the iPad 2 goes to sleep.

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