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Satellite Direct Review: Is TV to PC Software a Scam?

April 2nd, 2010 Mini Laptop Reviews Posted in Software, Technology and Gadgets No Comments »

If you are looking for a way to watch thousands of HD channels on your netbook or laptop, there are options both paid and free.  One of the more popular ones is Satellite Direct. It claims that you can access an unbelievable 3500 HD channels from around the world for only $49.

CBDigitalProductReviews.com does an honest, if not, blunt review of this software. Long story short, it is not a scam, but the software is not worth getting. You can check out the Satellite Direct Scam Review here.

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Taking Care Of your iPods and iPhones

April 2nd, 2010 Mini Laptop Reviews Posted in Technology and Gadgets No Comments »

How frequent is it to see a young boy showing off his devices, or a person hooked on to his iPods while on his daybreak walk? We encounter iPods and iPhones quite often in this modern era of nano world. Gadgets are going sleeker and smaller each day appearing not only attractive but also highly particular in their handling and care. Once you have bought it, an iPod repair holds an essential role to increase the durability of your iPod. The same is true for iPhone repair which is as important in its need.

There are various organizations and firms that service in repairing and handling of such devices. A gadget as delicate as an iPod or an iPhone, involve knowledge in repairing and handling; but even if you are not quite familiar to them, you need not fret. You can get hold of any of these firms and your gadget is as good as new! However, you should also keep a few points in mind in general handling of your valuables.

The basic problem faced by iPod and iPhone users is the damage to the screen and exterior. Added to this, people find the antennas of an iPhone to either split or wear off quite easily. It would be a sensible idea to buy extra coverings as soon as you purchase them. When you can have enough money to buy an iPod or an iPhone, purchasing casings will not cause much burden on your pocket. Ones including touch screens would need prompt covering for the whole of it. The screen susceptible to touch or else will cause a lot of trouble to you.

Another major problem is the ending battery. This is the most occurring of the problems; though, a slight caution can promise to put more vital signs to your iPods and iPhones. Talk about applications and software and iPods and iPhones appear to have a whole new world of them. However, it is very essential to have a proper choice of applications and software that are nice to your batteries, and utilize minimum of your battery life. Similarly, if you are not using them for some time, it is better to switch off things like backlight, Wi-Fi etc. You can even make use of a ‘hold’ button or halt the already playing track to avoid retuning the menu over and over again. Do not adjust tracks and use the rewind/forward option too often.

What if somehow you got your iPod or iPhone damp? Do not panic! Just shake it to let the water out from parts like headphone jack and dock connector. Keep it in a temperate place. You also may find it helpful to use a hairdryer to dry off the water. However, if you can still not get it going, seek advice from an expert.

People often complain about the unreliability of iPhones and iPods due to its high fragility. Regardless of the fact that they are turning out to be increasingly common, many inviduals do not know about primitive maintenance of such devices. To do complete justice to the wealth you have spent, get to know about your valuables as much as you can and get pleasure from the technological progression at its maximum. Good luck!

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New iPad Details Announced

March 16th, 2010 Mini Laptop Reviews Posted in Ipad, Technology and Gadgets, iPhone / iPod Touch No Comments »

Despite much speculation, we actually have to wait and see when the iPad is released what we can expect. However, late last week Apple announced some details. Here is what you can expect (via CBDigitalProductReviews.com)

3G  data plans. AT&T will come in two flavors: 250mb data for $15 or unlimited for $30. If you go with the $15 plan, there will be an indicator to let you know when you are getting close to your limit. You have the option to upgrade or not. Signing up for the plans can all be done via the iPad and you can sign up and cancel at anytime without penalty.

Screen Rotation Lock.  This is a nice feature, especially lying down.  If you use an iPhone or iPod Touch, you probably had problems with the screen rotating back and forth. This will stop the problem, especially when reading a web page.

AVI motionJPEG support. This is the first non-computer device that Apple has created that supports any type of AVI file. This will certainly expand your viewing options without having to do file conversions.

iBook App.  The ebook reader called iBook will be a free downloadable app. Any book that uses the ePub format, regardless where it was purchased from, can be synced to the iPad via iTunes. Other features includes a bookmark feature that remembers where you last left off and the ability to look up word definitions by simpling touching and holding down on the word with your finger.

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Mobile Edge Premium Backpack Review

February 24th, 2010 Mini Laptop Reviews Posted in Computer Accessories, Technology and Gadgets No Comments »

After going through several laptop backpacks I have finally settled on one that has not only met my needs but has succeeded my expectations.  Through the years I have collected and discarded my share of laptop bags. Some bags I just got bored with and others I liked a lot but did not withstand my neglect.  I was surprised on how some of my laptop bags appeared to very well-built but started falling apart after a few months.

Not so with the Mobile Edge Premium Backpack.  I picked this bag up for the sole purpose of having a carry on bag that can also hold other items such as a change of clothes or food. When I purchased it I did not realize it had so many pockets as well as a well padded area for my laptop.  The shoulder straps are padded which makes it pretty comfortable when carrying it for long periods of time.   There are zippered pockets on each side that fit items such as I-phone or blackberry.  The front of the bag has a couple of more zippered pockets that I use for the power cord and miscellaneous pens and pencils.  You can really load this thing up with stuff and because of padding on the base of the bag and arm straps it is easy on your shoulders and back.
Because it is so comfortable to carry I ended up using this bag not only for trips but transporting my laptop to work and back, its just easier to grab and throw in the trunk then my smaller bags believe it or not.  There is a handle on the top of the bag with about an inch thick rubber reinforced handle but I only use the handle when pulling my bag out of the trunk.
I waited 2 years to write about this bag because I wanted to see how it would react over time any laptop back can last a few months without a zipper breaking usually. So far this bag has not shown any wear at all. The zippers on the bag all still work great and bag over all does not have any tears or rips after over 2 years of abuse. When I purchased this bag it was around 95 dollars it is probably a lot cheaper now.

  

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The Fascination With E-Readers and Electronic Publishing

February 22nd, 2010 Mini Laptop Reviews Posted in Technology and Gadgets No Comments »

E-Readers and Ebook readers have been gaining a great deal of recognition lately. Publishing and the way we obtain and absorb media is changing all the time. One of the most outstanding areas this is beginning to become obvious is the rise of e- readers and electronic books. With many papers and mags around the planet shutting down and many others moving to more internet content there had been a massive demand for digital books and mags that can simply be read on a hand-held device such as an iPod touch, a Sony E-reader, the Amazon Kindle, the innovative Apple iPad or any of the other gadgets that’ve been coming onto the market recently.

Digital books arenot a new concept however. E-books have been around a good long while now, and while conventional publishing is still the major driving force in the industry, there’s anotable and consistent rise in interest in reading on handheld devices. Numerous globally respected newspapers, magazines and sites are syndicated to hand held products every day, offering the identical content as in their print editions lacking the harm to the ecosystem that printing material copies is able to have.

In addition, e-book readers are capable of storing a great deal more content than you may well normally be able to carry in its tangible form. Buying ebook readers has also never been simpler as you will discover them from all the foremost outlets such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Waterstones and naturally the Apple iTunes app store.

Some classes and universities are also looking to E-books to resolve the difficulty of continually updating textbooks for students. This is something that’s proving to be extremely valuable to teaching, as it compacts the enormous quantities of wording a learner desires to take in, onto one handy device instead of large reams of paper.

Ebook readers are also superb for travelling, as you can have a variety of stories, books, magazines, newspapers, blog posts and more in the middle of your hand. In addition, devices such as the iPod touch and the Amazon Kindle present wireless connectivity all around the planet, meaning you are able to revise your publications and download more to enjoy.

The digital publishing industry is something that may grow in seriousness over the approaching years, as paper stocks dwindle and assembly costs go up, a lot of publishers and readers are turning to digital hand-held devices over the traditional paper publications to maintain distinguished output without needing to skimp on excellence. Irrespective of what you need to read, there areEbook readers for you, and there’s also a choice of wonderful contraptions existing to help do just that. Take a look at the best Ebook readers that are to be had online and check out which one will most tightly match your needs.

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