Category: iPad

iPad Pro vs. iPad Air 2 – The Real Difference
There’s a lot of marketing that goes into naming products and Apple is great at it. Product marketing is more than placing a lowercase “i” or “Apple” in the front of a product name and calling it a day. An iPhone 6s Plus is notably different than the iPhone 6s and the MacBook Pro vastly outperforms the new MacBook.

Despite looking nearly identical, the iPad Pro operates on a different level than the older iPad Air 2. So while the iPad Air is perfect for games, movies, books and everyday entertainment, the iPad Pro is an absolute game changer for the people who are looking for that boost in productivity. These are the big differences between the models and why they matter:

The Specs

iPad Air 2
- 7-inch retina display
- A8X processor with M8 motion coprocessor
- Available in 16GB and 64GB storage configurations
iPad Pro (9.7)
- 7-inch retina display
- A9X processor with M9 motion coprocessor
- Available in 32GB, 128GB and 256GB storage configurations
Apple Pencil

The Apple Pencil is not the world’s first smart stylus, but it might be the best. It is comparable to the stylus on the Microsoft Surface and it’s certainly the best companion tool ever produced for the iPad. It looks like a stylus designed by Apple with its white color and smooth, rounded edges. It’s one of the prettiest stylus, and it’s also the sharpest against the iPad screen, which is where users really fall in love with the Apple Pencil.

This thing is precise, which is what makes it such a powerful tool for a multitude of applications. Graphic designers can use it to create pieces that were once limited to Adobe software on the desktop. Businesspeople can use note-taking apps that have recognition software that turn handwriting into typed font. Education apps use the stylus to make learning more fun and effective.

The Apple Pencil is only compatible with the iPad Pro, making it an obvious choice for the applications above.

Power & Speed

The iPad Pro features the next-generation A9X processor and M9 coprocessor, making it the fastest iPad on the market. While this doesn’t matter for people who just want to watch Netflix and play Angry Birds, power users who push the limits will certainly see the difference.

Graphic designers and artists will see a big benefit in the processor’s increased speed as their projects render in real time. One of the reasons the Apple Pencil is exclusive to the iPad Pro is because it has the power to seamlessly read the stylus and create images without any lag or delay.

Storage

The iPad Air 2 is available in 16GB and 64GB, which is plenty of space for most consumers. In comparison, the iPad Pro goes all the way up to 256GB for users who need to store large files and work with large projects. Music, pictures and applications take up space, but it’s video professionals who will likely benefit from the added storage as video is the biggest storage hog on any device.

Price

The 9.7-inch iPad Pro starts at $599 for the 64GB model, and the iPad Air 2 starts at $399 for the 16GB model. The Apple Pencil is not included which costs $99, so the true cost is really $699 versus $399. For users who only want movies and games, they should save themselves the extra money. But for people who want the power of the Pencil and extra speed, the iPad Pro will not let them down.
August 27, 2016
Gamevice Controller for iPad mini
Gamevice Controller consists of two halves, between which an iPad mini rests. On each side controls are located. On the left is the analog stick, traditional cross and two trigger, and right are four control keys, the second stick and a couple of hammers. Also on both sides of the gamepad buttons are systemic. Like other controllers the Gamevice Controller ($99.99) have compatible games, including already marked by hits such as Limbo, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic and The Walking Dead.
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December 28, 2015
Logitech Backlit Keyboard Case for iPad Pro

The Swiss manufacturer Logitech expands its range of accessories with a new accessories for iPad Pro. The special feature of the new iPad Keyboard Pro is that it requires no connection or pairing bluetooth. Logitech’s Backlit Keyboard Case for iPad Pro is equipped with the Smart Connector function, that recognizes the iPad as soon as its magnetic connectors touch the keyboard. The keyboard also serves as protective case for the tablet. Once folded, the iPad Pro looks just like a small laptop. Ofcourse the volume controls and power buttons are accessible through from protective case. The keyboard is available in different colors. (more…)

November 30, 2015
Hard Graft Skinny Fit iPad Pro Sleeve

Have you bought new iPad Pro or planning to get soon? Well either way you’ll need Hard Grafts Skinny Fit Sleeve which they have specially designed for iPad Pro. Constructed of dense German wool felt this sleeves softly resides iPad protected of starches and bumps. They didn’t ignore the Apple Pencil, for that they have added a leather loop as well. The Skinny fit iPad Pro sleeve comes in two different size and can bough from Hard Graft site for $114. (more…)

November 26, 2015
HandyCase Turns iPhone Back into Transparent Touchscreen
Handscape.Inc is a startup company at Silicon Valley, CA. They have built up a case called HandyCase for iPhone & iPad (Limited Models). Handycase is not just another protective case, it’s a case with a touch handling interface that allows you to operate the iDevice from behind or seamlessly interact with the apps in 3D world.

It can also mean that your screen is now transparent because you can see your hand through the screen Virtual Version of hands though). HandyCase is completely wireless and connects to your iDevice via Bluetooth. The project also confirms the availability of HandyCase’s support for gaming engines such as Cocos2d-x, Cocos3d and Unity3d. That’s quite a lot of gaming platforms a developer need for development of 3D Games on iOS. App Developers can now explore a whole new level of possibilities and boundless creativity in both creating games and apps. The most noticeable feature is that the tech is not bulky and it gets the power from it’s own battery source (800mAH pre-production units).

During the current phase of development it only allows the HandScape iOS App that includes in-app camera, web browser, photoviewer, book reader, map, keyboard, and some games to interact with the touch handling interface. It doesn’t simply work on every app out there unless you implement Handscape IOS SDK! Yet the case is quite promising and genuinely innovative.

Sorry to Android users but don’t lose hope. In fact, HandyCase was first designed using Android technology. So, you’ll have Android version of HandyCase in very near future. Back the project Now!
HandyCase is available for iPhone 6, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6s Plus, iPad Mini 1, 2 & 3, iPad Air 2, and iPad Pro.
September 21, 2015
iKlips Fastest Apple Lightning Flash Drive
If not a unique and minimal design like iStick , some folks just want to make their friends burn and this iKlips is said to be the fastest Apple Lightning Flash Drive. Lightning read/write speed in is 14/8 MB/s while USB 3.0 read/write speed is 140/20 MB/s. It allows users to quickly transfer and share data between iPhone, iPod, iPad, Mac and PC without any internet connection or over the cloud.
Putting aside the slim and smooth design and caps on both ends (likely to lose), iKlips features a beautiful metal frame with a clip on one side. Just plug in the iKlips and enjoy extended space up-to 128 GB that can literally contain tons of photos, movies, songs, docs and other media.
March 26, 2015
Best Tablet of 2015 – iPad Air 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S
Finding the Best Tablet of 2015? Well, you have landed on the right place to decide. First, you must know their features to compare, like form factor, display, weight, software and hardware, cameras, OS and price ( which is almost the same), you’ll be in a fix about for which thumb’s up. However, let’s make some things clear in short details so that you take the right decision when you’re asked “which one to buy?”.

When Samsung released Galaxy Tab S 10.5 in June, we already had an iPad Air 7.5mm thin against the 6.6mm new Samsung Tab S. Apple felt it as usual and went for a more thin iPad Air 2, 6.1mm. Ofcourse, it affected the weight too, making iPad Air 2 weighing 437g and Galaxy Tab S 465g. So, a very slight difference here. But, on the other hand, an extra 28g weight of Galaxy Tab S is cleverly leveraged by offering a big screen too, a 10.5 against the 9.7 of iPad Air 2, though both fall in 10-in tablets category. OK! We know the extra 0.8in means a world to you if you have planned to dedicate 2015 as a Hollywood-year. Who wins here and who doesn’t is vividly an unnecessary question. Or, if you’re more inclined to decide it, do it yourself. Wait, if you’re going to vote for Galaxy Tab S, let us tell you about the aluminum chassis of iPad Air 2, a preferable thing to beat the dimpled plastic of Galaxy Tab S. Apart from that Samsung also released Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Inch Tablet | for $347 housing the same specs of its big brother.

The Galaxy Tab S uses Super AMOLED Technology that boasts amazing true-to-life color reproduction, within a resolution of 2560 x 1600 (making a pixel density of 280ppi with a 16:10 aspect ratio). This is precisely where you see black as in space. It also features an adaptive display mode that allows you to make the display even crisper, by adjusting the gamma, sharpness and saturation. This is pretty smart as compared to 2048 x 1536 resolution with pixel density of 264ppi and aspect ratio of 4:3 in iPad Air 2. The Galaxy Tab S gets the best review score when it’s about the Pictures, Movies and Gaming experience around the world due to its Super Amoled Display.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S features Exynos 5 Octa-Core processor paired with 3GB RAM. It has 16GB built-in storage. iPad Air 2, on the other hand, having Apple’s A8X chip and 1GB RAM, with a variety of built-in capacity ranging from 16GB to 64GB and 128 GB. If you’re a camera-sensitive tablet user or a photogenic per say, you might again be impressed by 8MP Rear camera with LED flash in Galaxy Tab S and you get 2.1 MP for selfies here. Whereas, iPad Air 2 also has the same 8MP rear (1.2MP front) but LED flash is to be found nowhere. As far the OS in both tablets are concerned, both are pitted against each other, having the most latest of their OS versions. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S is upgradeable to Android 5.0 (Lollipop) and iPad Air 2 enjoys iOS 8 in a super smooth environment. Both operating systems have their own pros and cons as per design, features, security, battery-life, multi-tasking and above all “Customization”. but one thing is the sexiest! iPad Air 2 wins the race when its 64-Bit processor (which is always best for battery management and processing bigger chunks of data) is compared with a 32-bit Data Processing capacity of Galaxy Tab S. On the other hand Apple offers only 1GB Ram in iPad Air 2 and the Samsung boasts 3GB of RAM in Tab S. Both tablets have finger print scanner.
February 26, 2015
Grey Felt iPad Sleeve
Grey Felt iPad Sleeve, besides its magnificent minimalist design, serves to store multiple Apple accessories. Made of water repellant grey felt, the sleeve features leather closing strap and two zippers at both ends. This is actually a cool iPad sleeve that has one large compartment for iPad and two small compartments with zippers to store your iPhone, headphones, cards or keys. The grey felt iPad sleeve is durable, pill proof, easy to carry in hands or bag, and available in iPad, iPad Mini and iPad Air sizes.
December 25, 2014
Here Comes World’s Thinnest Tablet iPad Air 2
Apple’s iPad Air 2 is here, delighting all Apple lovers. The 6.1 mm tablet has got advanced A8 processor(a 3 billion transistors behemoth) and M8 coprocessor inside this ultra-svelte design marvel. With a 40% faster CPU and 2.5x faster GPU iPad Air 2 gives a Truly desktop-class performance. Endorsing a brand new 8MP iSight camera(f/2.4 aperture) combined with the image processing it will be able to produce awesome photos and 1080p videos in both panoroma and burst modes. Front-facing camera with its upgrades is now known as Face time HD camera(1.2 MP at f/2.2 aperture ,720p HD video). A new Retina display at 9.7 inches with touch ID that enables logging in via fingerprint also supporting Apple pay for you to have secure purchases in iTunes and App store. Screen is 56% less reflective. iPad Air 2 has faster WiFi and Bluetooth 4.0, There is also LTE model with upto 20 LTE bands(beating every other tablet) . It comes in three colors: silver,space gray and “new gold”.
October 21, 2014
8 Best Gadgets for Guys This Holiday

As the warmth of the summer sun fades and the days get shorter, the change of seasons reminds us that the holidays will soon be upon us. If you’re looking for some great tech gifts for the man in your life this holiday season, here are 8 gadgets he’ll love.

Image via Flickr by SamsungTomorrow

Samsung Galaxy Note 4

If your guy can’t choose between a phone and a tablet, he should try the Samsung Galaxy Note 4. It has the same size screen as its predecessor, but Samsung has upgraded the quality of the screen resolution to 2,560 by 1,440 pixels. It runs Android 4.4.4 with a powerful 2.7GHz processor. It comes with a stylus, so if he’s at all artistic, he’ll have fun with one of the many drawing apps available in the Google Play store.

iPad Air
You can’t do better than the iPad Air for your favorite Apple fan. It runs iOS 7, and although the size of its screen is the same as earlier versions at 9.7 inches, it is thinner and lighter. Reviewers say that the iPad Air is the best iPad Apple has released.

Asus ZenWatch

This gadget is a necessity for any man whose secretly dreamed of being James Bond. He can connect it to his smart phone, as long as it’s running Android 4.3 or higher. What can it do? Well, it lets him keep fit by tracking how many steps he’s taken during the day, how many calories he’s burned, and his heart rate. In addition to this, it lets him manage his time with the What’s Next function and the Do It Later task manager.

Chromecast Dongle

Whether or not your man has a smart television, he’ll appreciate Chromecast, a dongle the size of a USB stick that connects to any television with an HDMI port. It connects the television to the content on all your guy’s devices. He can access all of his downloaded movies and television shows on the high-definition display of his television. Plug it in and watch anything, anytime.

HP Envy X2 13

A tablet/laptop hybrid is the perfect gift for the man on the go. It gives him the functionality of a laptop with the convenience and portability of a tablet. The included cloth-covered keyboard is ultrathin and doesn’t add to its weight. It has a 13.3 inch display with an HD resolution of 1,920 by 1,080 pixels. Also, if your man is keeping up with storage technology, he’ll love that it has a 256GB solid state hard drive.

105-Inch Samsung Bendable UHD TV

For the guy who loves to watch movies or play console video games, the 105-inch Samsung bendable television is a must. It bends to become a curved display, making it the largest curved ultra high-definition (4K) television in the world. With a resolution that’s quadruple that of HD televisions, its crisp picture can’t be beat.

Lenovo Horizon 2

This tabletop PC is a computer that’s midway between a laptop and a full desktop computer. Instead of separate components like a desktop computer, and without the attached keyboard of a laptop, the Lenovo Horizon 2 has all the components built into the back of the screen. It’s much too heavy to carry it around like a tablet computer, but it’s easily ported from room to room inside the home. It has a decent-sized screen at 27 inches, so it’s great for watching streaming videos on the couch or in bed.

Sony Xperia Z3
Active men will enjoy the Sony Xperia Z3. With its 5.2 inch screen, 2.5 GHz processor, and 3GB of ram, this smart phone is a powerful device. Its aluminum frame makes it very light, and according to Sony, it is waterproof in up to 8 feet of water. He’ll love a phone that can take a hit, yet remains slim and easy to carry.
As technology continues to advance, the number of amazing devices keeps increasing. Get a head start on your holiday shopping this year and go online to find the best deals on gadgets for your guy.

October 14, 2014
iCollection by Chivote
They say what you eat, makes what you’re. You might not agree with that. But what you will agree with is how you carry your i-Devices says something about you. The Apple loyalists carry their devices almost everywhere they go. The iCollection by Chivote is the answer of how to carry your iDevices in style. The iCollection by Chivote is made of genuine vegetable tanned leather. It comes in three varieties. The iPhone case is small enough to fit into the rear pocket. The one for iPad users provides extra protection and can be used as a stand with different viewing angles. The final variant is for 13″ and 15″ Macbooks. It engulfs the macbook like a second skin while, providing extra protection. It means all business as it turns into a stand when need be. These chic and elegant leather goods carry your device with safety and suave.
August 30, 2014
HoverBar by Twelve South Is the Best iPad Mount
Twelve South offers HoverBar, a top iPad holder plus mount that features a flexible mounting arm to ‘bend the rules for using iPad’. The difficult level of buying a suitable iPad stand or holder has become easier because it provides all those angles and rotation thing that most iPad holders claim. With its heavy-duty padded clamps, you can attach it anywhere for adjustable hands-free browsing on your iPad. It securely clips to any edge that is up to one inch thick and holds all iPad generations, iPad Air, and iPad Mini. Clipping it on the stand of your Mac will make it Mac’s wingman. The latest version of HoverBar also includes a kickstand to provide a handy tabletop display. To make all functions more convenient, the package also includes four cable management clips that will hold tight the charging or data cable all along the flexible arm. It is virtually the best iPad mount money can buy.
June 7, 2014
The Immersive Audiophile Pod
So this is what we want to see, a unique pod that houses an iPad too. Hammacher Schlemmer has designed a complete and Immersive Audiophile Pod for music lovers that not only makes you listen but also feel it. It has five built-in powerful speakers tucked into the ceiling with separate tweeters, mid-range drivers and a subwoofer. The killing music experience you go through comes when the Pod creates frequencies down to 16Hz, just inaudible to a human ear. But, what you feel are the chilling vibrations transmitted by a structure-borne membrane inside the backrest. A 16 GB swiveling iPad is also included in the Pod, rests on a brushed aluminum mount inside the Pod. Of course, it will work as a music bank. Further, the integrated RCA ports in the Pod allow you to connect to an external audio source. Made in Germany, the Immersive Pod features aniline dyed leather exterior paired with plush microfiber upholstery. The pod stands on a stanless steel base that rotates it up to full 360 degrees.
May 29, 2014
Grovemade Wooden iPad Sleeve
Govermade releases a series of eye-catching protective sleeve for iPad. Handmade in the USA, the outer surface of wood veneer features beautiful geometric contouring. It sports premium German Wool lining and a leather-brass pull strap so that you can take out your iPad on the go easily. The organic texture helps resist the bumps and scratches. A well crafted and eco friendly iPad sleeve comes in Eastern hardrock maple finish and Oregon black walnut finish. Grovemade offers two versions for iPad mini ($79) and iPad Air separately ($89).
May 15, 2014
F2 iPad Stand With Aerospace Sophistication
A stylish, functional and hand built F2 stand for iPad is currently out on Kickstarter. With a race-car attitude, the symmetrical tripod design is solid and versatile to house all tablets, from e-readers to iPads. Why it’s on Kickstarter is because of offering multiple viewing angles, steep angle for Facetime, shallow angle for typing, media watch and infinite angle adjustments. You can also fold it flat to make it just a protective unique cover. The stand is lightweight, compact and offers both landscape and portrait dimensions. It features 5×5.5 inch military grade rubber pads to strongly hold your tablet. They come in four color options, two powdered green and radiant orchid and two anodized gun metal and black. Ofcourse, it can be used for other tablets too.
May 14, 2014
Venus of Cupertino – iPad Docking Station
The Venus of Cupertino symbolizes a unique and cool sculptural docking station entertaining a deep inspiration from the ancient goddess Venus figurines, then goddess of fertility and now of technology. Each piece is hand-crafted in museum quality resin and available in a number of exciting finishes. Any second, third or newer generation iPads find the best cradle in her gentle hands with all functional syncing or charging system. The feminist touch designed and sculptured by the Venus Design Studio London at the hands of artist Scott Eaton diminishes hyper-masculine dominant trend. A cool iPad dock decorated in your mid-century wall unit will add a beauty for every viewer.
May 3, 2014
Magbak A Cool Stuff For iPad Air And iPad Mini
The best and the lightest thing iPad users can cling to their iPads is MagBak. The exquisite MagBak is the coolest iPad mount with magnet that securely mounts your iPad to any metal surface. Magbak is composed of thinnest mounting system which gives it a competitive advantage of being unique and more user friendly from other mounting options. It easily attaches your iPad to most metal surfaces as a subsequent skin with its powerful magnetic grip. The MagStick strips allows you to stick iPad to your door, wood, plastic, stone or any other non-metal surface. Not just that, the mount also protects the back of iPad by lifting it up-to 0.5mm from the surface which keeps it from scratches. Besides that, the smart cover snaps to the back of iPad and keeps it from bumps and scratches while giving it a stylish look. The MagBak will also provide the protection against the scratches and the adhesive won’t leave any mark or stain on iPad. It is available in bunch of different colors for different models.
March 29, 2014
Griffin Survivor Play iPad Air Case
The Survivor Play iPad Air Case from Griffin Technologies provides nice protection to the playing device along with comfortable grip. It is a durable and sturdy protective case especially for iPad Air. The case is made from silicone material, solid ABS plastic and polycarbonate screen protector to provide protection against shocks and scratches. It also has extra thick sides for extra protection and comfortable play-all-day grip. The case has an adjustable shoulder strap and it can clip directly into the skeleton for hands-free carrying option. The cutouts raised button provides the access to all iPad buttons and ports.
March 24, 2014
Bukcase Cote – iPhone iPad Leather Sleeve
BUKcase Cote have introduced their new iPad Leather Sleeve as your new travel companion. It is a work of the finest British craftsmen and designers. The cover is made from one piece of the premium quality Italian leather and sewed with local haberdashery. Each is handcrafted to the last bit. Carry it in your front or back pocket or in your purse. It comes in two contrasts; Tan with green stitching and Wenge with white stitching. The BUKcase Leather covers are also available for iPhone, iPad Mini and iPad Air.
March 22, 2014
Twelve South – Compass 2 iPad Stand
Twelve South has recently revealed the new cleverly designed Compass 2 iPad Stand for iPad air and mini. The flexible, foldable and multifunctional stand is perfect for you to use an iPad on the desk in the office or home. It is made from heavy gauge premium steel for durability and stiffness. The embedded secondary mini leg proved the perfect angel for typing and the rubber edges keeps the iPad compact from slipping. The portable stand comes in three color options (silver, red, black) and provides portrait and landscape screening modes in upright stance. The lightweight stand weighs only 8.2 oz.
February 27, 2014