Apple’s Magic Trackpad – a stylish accessory for Mac desktop

Apple Magic TrackpadHow do you think can you complement your Mac desktop computer and Apple Wireless Keyboard at the best? Apple has come out with a stylish answer in the form of Magic Trackpad. It not only matches the brushed aluminum finish of the keyboard, and the wireless aspect of it, but also sits firm at the same angle on the desk next to your Mac. Read on to know its exclusivity.

Apple Magic Trackpad & Wireless KeyboardHow is this pointing device different?

‘Multiple gestures’ is the keyword. Yes, this is a multi-touch trackpad that allows you to control the entire screen with ease on the basis of a full set of gestures.

  • Use one finger to click
  • Use your two fingers to scroll
  • Swipe with three fingers
  • Four fingers enable switching between applications

Moreover, you have the liberty to disable or enable the gestures according to your liking by visiting the System Preferences!

Actions such as inertial scrolling enhance your web experience, and you can swipe through pages as if you were reading a book.

How does the trackpad function?

Magic Trackpad-scrollThis 13cm.sq trackpad is 80% bigger than a MacBook Pro trackpad. The entire Magic Trackpad is a large button. You can click or double click anywhere. You get more space to exercise scrolling, three-finger swiping, pinching to zoom, and rotating with your fingertips.

Apple’s new pointing device works using Bluetooth technology and connects securely to your Mac even from a distance of 33 feet.

This trackpad is capable of detecting periods of inactivity thus, conserves battery. As it is a wireless device, so it requires two AA batteries to serve your Mac.

This touch-friendly trackpad is a class apart with a wear-resistant glass surface ready to replace that tradition mouse.

Although artists and gamers may not find it really all that helpful, but those who hate working with mouse, especially the lefties, can breathe in easy with the advent of a large sized wireless button-less multi-touch trackpad.

It is yet to be seen if Windows’ users can use Apple Magic Trackpad which has been exclusively designed for Mac desktop. It is also yet to be analyzed if such a device can replace the other pointing device-mouse. Amidst all such speculations, one thing is clear that Apple has come out with a neat piece of artistic design which is equally equipped with admirable functionality. Now you can have some fun with your Mac desktop too when the attached peripherals are the wireless keyboard and trackpad.

Can Ectaco’s jetBook Mini compete with Amazon’s Kindle?

Ectaco jetBookIf you wish to pacify your fiancé with an economical gift or present your globe-trotter friend with a pocketable device then you just need to shell out around $100, and beam over “Thanks”. Ectaco has introduced the lightest ever eBook reader jetBook Mini for those who want to stay and travel light.

Some of its enticing features make you believe that this new entry into the eBook readers’ market is “the thing”, but what has kept Kindle at the top of the charts is its crisp e-Ink display.

Ectaco is lightest and cheapest with a  long battery life!

Now, this is not all that Ectaco’s invention is all about, but it definitely highlights what Kindle is not.

This new device can be easily obtained by anybody, even those who love reading only while traveling. The price has been kept low for this e-Reader to reach the maximum number of people.

It weighs just 5.7 ounce, thus you can travel pretty light and easy.

The best part is that if you are on a very short trip then you need not care about your jetBook going blank as it provides you with 90 hours of non-stop reading. You just need to use four AAA Energizer batteries to charge it up.

Ectaco jetBook1 Can Ectaco’s jetBook Mini compete with Amazon’s Kindle?Some more tempting features:

  • Ectaco’s jetBook Mini sports a 5inch reflective TFT display. Being an LCD screen page turn is faster compared to e-Ink displays, proclaims the official website. We all know the benefits of e-Ink display that it is best to read it in bright sunlight, and doesn’t strain your eyes.
  • The most promising feature is that of “all-way reading”, wherein this mini e-Reader allows you to read in all 4 different directions. Now, even if you are a leftie you can operate the device without any trouble at all.
  • The Ectaco’s e-Reader has a microSD card slot which can be used to expand the memory up to 2GB.
  • This ultra portable eBook reader supports file formats like MOBI, ePub, HTML, PRC, and PDF among others, and provides you with the multi-language interface option too.
  • It also has a built-in clock, and it provides you with ample options for line spacing, changing font size and line breaks.

Ectaco’s jetBook Mini packs in all the notable features in its light and slim design. The doubts although still prevail over its ability to usurp Kindle’s popularity and majorly the display features. It will be interesting to see this market getting hot with new introductions and innovations in the future.

Fitbit – Workout and monitor your physical activities

Don’t be surprised if you happen to spot people wearing similar tie pins. Now, don’t be shocked if I tell you that it is not a tie pin at all! It is no more a secret device. It is a pocket-sized pedometer called Fitbit that enables you to keep a track of your physical activities throughout the day.

3Fitbits Fitbit   Workout and monitor your physical activitiesWhat does it do exactly?

Well, this three inch portable device simply tracks your daily activity which includes each step that you take; your standing at the counter while just moving your hands; your sitting at the desk, and all that you can think of.

This activity tracker has a tri-axial accelerometer or to simply put it, a 3-D motion sensor that does the following:

  • Tracks your steps
  • Calculates the intensity level of your movement
  • The distance travelled
  • The calories burned
  • Moreover, it also records how well you slept.

How does it record these activities?

Fitbit is addictive as once you lay your hands on it you will never leave it behind wherever you may be. It is an all-day and all-night companion which can drive you crazy about your fitness level.

All you have to do is to visit the Fitbit website and enter your height, weight, sex and meals. Next, just plug the device, and begin with your daily routine.

Fitbit-ChargerYou get a lifetime account which interacts with the device clipped on you. Whenever you pass by the base-station the data gets updated on your device.

The pedometer has an OLED display where you can view the steps taken by you, distance travelled, calories burned, and a flower that grows bigger as your activities increase.

The battery lasts for 10 days between charge, so you can just keep it by your side, clipped to your clothing or snuggled in your pocket.

You just need to take care not to lose it in a field of grass (It is pretty small). Whether you are a fitness freak, a gadget geek or a lazy being you are just going to love this device and want to do more physical effort on seeing the flower bloom. Take the right steps and enjoy the personal activity tracker, Fitbit.

Seiko Active Matrix EPD watch-change your taste to digital E-Ink watches

Seiko E-Ink watchYes, you read that correct. The E-Ink technology is no more limited to e-Book Readers like Kindle, but experimental heads like Seiko are going beyond the’ impossible’. It is not the first time that Seiko has launched an E-Ink watch, but this time by implementing advanced technology the concept watch, Seiko Active Matrix EPD, is all set to reach the retail outlets.

How does it work?

Seiko has successfully integrated the high resolution active matrix E-Ink screen technology in its watch. Following are the three highlights of its efficient functioning:

  • Great display: This non-analog quartz timepiece doesn’t have a name yet, but the term EPD in its present name stands for “Electrophoretic Display”. It is the preferred method of using E-Ink technology. You are gifted with an easy-to-read screen with a clear display.
  • Battery not required: The active matrix display in the Seiko EPD watch allows the screen to refresh itself “actively”. This facilitates in displaying information on the screen without draining the battery. If you change the display it is then that the battery is used. Moreover, this exquisite digital watch is powered through a solar cell!
  • Always accurate time: Seiko Active Matrix EPD watch is radio controlled. It receives local time from the nearest atomic clock. Accurate time is guaranteed for you if you select Seiko’s watch over the analog one.

Features

Check out these amazing features of Seiko E-Ink timepiece:

  • LED light to see the screen in the dark
  • Power reserve of 9 months and 41 months when in ‘sleep’ mode
  • Perpetual calendar with year, month, date and day of week
  • Dual time function
  • Alarm settings
  • World time in 32 cities
  • Sound demonstration function
  • Battery level indicator
  • Overcharge prevention function

Seiko EPD watchIf you are a wrist watch connoisseur and love collecting timepieces then you can’t escape Seiko’s trap. If you desire to wear a digital watch with retro looks, yet innovative at technology then be on alert for the grand launch of Seiko Active Matrix EPD watch. It is not going to be highly priced and the year end is round the corner when the E-Ink watch will hit the market.

BlackBerry PlayBook – Ready To Beat iPad?

Picture of BlackBerry PlayBookWell, compare some specs, and it would seem so! RIM has declared an open war. If you are still clueless then just think. To begin with, when some big-shots start flooding the market with a similar product with some tweaks here-n-there then what happens. Yes, healthy competition increases, and we as customers get the best of the lot. I am talking about the world of tablets. Market is already witnessing sparks flying rave with the announcement of BlackBerry PlayBook tablet by RIM, and more so, as Apple’s iPad is going to face a tough call.

Smaller Screen Increases Portability

Are you already comparing iPad with PlayBook. Anyway, just check out the following details:

  • RIM’s new gadget measures 5.1”x7.6”x0.4” and weighs less than a pound which is much lighter and slimmer than iPad.
  • The 7” LCD (iPad has 9.7” display) is a WSVGA capacitive multi-touch screen with gesture support.
  • The tablet is ultra thin and portable. It can be easily packed into your briefcase without having to worry about the weight.

Blackberry Playbook BlackBerry PlayBook – Ready To Beat iPad?iPad’s Pain Points Are Highlights Of PlayBook

RIM is targeting the business customer through its BlackBerry tablet. It features not only corporate applications and advanced data-security features, but ensures that the device is convenient for both, work and play.

  • BlackBerry PlayBook provides you with uncompromised, true web experience as it supports Flash Player 10.1. Adobe Mobile AIR and HTML 5 (iPad has been criticized for not supporting Flash).
  • The premium multimedia features make it all the more attractive with dual HD cameras – 3MP front facing and 5MP rear facing – supporting 1080p HD video recording along with video and audio playback.
  • Interestingly the BlackBerry OS 6 of BlackBerry Torch is replaced by BlackBerry Tablet OS which is QNX’s software.
  • You can connect the BlackBerry Tablet using Wi-Fi hotspots and easily sync it with the BlackBerry Smartphone using Bluetooth.

This BlackBerry device may prove as an innovative game-changing product for this growing niche market. So, keep your ears opened for the announced date when BlackBerry PlayBook will be available for you to purchase. If you are not a die-hard fan of iPad then you are bound to lay your hands on this amazing gadget.

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