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If you spend more on a phone, you should get more with your phone. Your pocket computer is insanely powerful. Here’s a quick chat about a feature that goes underused, and can help you do more on the go!
Split screen those apps! Multi-task! Continue reading “Split Screen Apps: The most underrated feature on your phone!”
A different take on a buyer’s guide!
Instead of declaring a handful of phones “winners”, let’s start categorizing phones better. We really need to change how we talk about different phones for different consumers.
Here’s my take on what kind of phone might be right for you! Let’s start with more specific categories… Continue reading “Which Phone is the Right Fit for You?”
How powerful is your phone?
If you are a gadget fan, you can probably tell me what’s on the spec sheet. You probably know what processor is inside and how much RAM you have. You might be able to tell me what GPU is in there. If you’re REALLY techie, maybe you can rattle off some synthetic benchmark scores.
Knowing your phone has a Qualcomm Snapdragon, Samsung Exynos, or an Apple A Bionic doesn’t tell you much about what your phone can REALLY do. Synthetic benchmarks are easy to manipulate, and gimmicky app “speed runs” are poor indicators of overall performance.
The only proper solution is to test devices using real apps that any consumer can install, and compare the results of consistent testing over several generations of gadgets. While I’ve produced benchmarking videos, I felt it was worth explaining my testing protocol in one handy blog post, for any folks who might be interested.
I’ve been running my phones like this for years now. Here’s how I do it! Continue reading “How SomeGadgetGuy Tests Phones with Real-World Apps for Benchmarks and Reviews”
Some of us have extra gadgets lying around. Some of us need to outfit a whole family with different devices. Beyond just playing a few games or keeping up with messages, it’s easy to overlook how capable our pocket computers have become.
Work from home? A few handy accessories MIGHT be all you need! Continue reading “Work From Home? Don’t Forget Your Phone!”
Comfort! Quality! Volume!
People complain about in-ear buds being uncomfortable, but often people haven’t tried other ear tips. To get the best audio quality, and turn down the volume, we need to reduce noise. A good comfortable fit makes that easier!
Here’s a quick primer on different ear tips for your to try! Continue reading “Get the best fit for your in-ear buds! #2020Hearing”
iPhone users have a Siri command that will automatically start recording interactions with police. We can create a similar voice command for Google Assistant. Here’s how! Continue reading “OK Google, I’m Getting Pulled Over: How to automatically record an interaction with Police!”
PowerDirector Mobile has a new look!
My favorite video editing app for android continues to add new features and tools. It’s exciting to see these updates, but this recent change to the UI has me a little concerned! Let’s dig into one of the best tools for mobile content creation!
Continue reading “PowerDirector Mobile! New Layout! I Kinda Don’t Love it!”
How DO cameras work?
As I’ve been talking about the Galaxy S20 and LG V60, people seem surprised by some of the performance I’ve been describing.
We might complain about compromises on one phone, but how do those changes compare to the competition?
How closely should we examine marketing claims? Should popular manufacturers be graded on a curve JUST because they’re popular? Let’s take a look at the Galaxy S20’s spec sheet here…
Continue reading “Does the Galaxy S20 use a FAKE Zoom?”