Imagine editing photos with an app that is personalized to your own requirements. Macphuns new Luminar lets you do just that. It is adaptable to users likes, preferences, and skill levels. All of its many tools, filters, and controls are adjustable with sliders making manipulation visual. Effects change dynamically so you can see in real time how much or how little you need for each.
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The challenge has been to protect my iPhone while being able to add lenses and other accessories. In the past, most accessories could only be attached to a naked iPhone. I was always concerned as I was climbing over rocks to get that great shot with an unprotected iPhone. It was also a pain to take off and put on those protective cases. Since sunsets (and an occasional sunrise time lapse) in HDR are images I like to capture, a case with a tripod mount is important to me.
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This roundup of Silk Innovation iPhone 7 cases is a continuation of yesterday’s article. Here’s a quick review of the common elements of all the cases:
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Apple recently released the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus, and you know what that means: new cases. Ill be reviewing iPhone 7 cases made by Silk Innovation over two articles.
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MyMac enthusiastically reviewed Aurora HDR when it was first introduced a year ago (December, 2015). Now Macphun has released a new-and-improved version, Aurora HDR 2017. With it, you can energize and intensify your photographs as with no other current Mac photo app Ive used.
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The Kasda KA 1900, like the Tenda router it replaced in my house, is designated 802.11ac/1900Mbps, which is the latest standard for wireless routers. There were many similarities between the routers. Both are made in China, both can transmit signals on 2.4 and 5.0 bands concurrently, and both have powerful antennas.
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Optima NuForce BE6i arrived with a boat-load of earpieces including two with sound deadening memory foam and two small wings that help hold the earphones in place. As with most in-ear headphones, a key factor in comfort and sound quality is the earpiece fit, and these have seven styles to chose from.
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If you’re looking for an unusual stocking stuffer for your favorite geek, here it is: a Bluetooth “candle” controlled through an app on your Smart Phone. Smart Candle Light has a tiny bulb in a plastic enclosure. It dims, it brightens, it changes colors, and provides an entertaining way to escape from deep thoughts.
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The Silk Armor case for the iPhone 7 Plus is a well-designed protective frame that’s attractive to look at, comfortable to hold, and almost certainly will provide peace of mind to owners of the new iPhone.
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The Lifecharge Lighthouse is a portable power supply that can recharge two devices at once. Its 13000 mAh battery can completely recharge an iPad that is down to zero, or an iPhone several times. I recently used it in a cabin in an isolated mountain range. My iPad went from zero to fully charged in roughly six hours and the battery pack still had power left over.
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In-ear earphones, used judiciously, can provide an immensely satisfying diversion. If you’re raking leaves or doing some other mindless chore, a good set of earbuds can keep the job from becoming a grind. Unfortunately, these same earbuds can cause permanent and irreversible hearing loss if played too loud.
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I no longer carry an iPhone. After working with one of the creators of Android, I was convinced to try an Xperia Z3, an amazing phone by Sony. Yes, it is Android, but it has so many advanced features (like a 21 Megapixel camera), I couldn’t say no. But there are still things about the iPhone I miss, and one thing especially is the power cable with Lightning connector. There is something to be said for a connector that can be easily and quickly plugged into the phone without having to look and rotate the connector to the proper orientation. This is especially nice in low light or while driving.
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All earbuds are not created equal. The audio market is flooded with adequate Bluetooth earbuds selling for $30 or less. If you lose them, it may not break your heart or your bank account to replace them. When you want to have really good sound and comfortable earbuds with a battery that won’t die in an hour or two, try re-fuel’s $100 High Performance Sports Wireless Earbuds.
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Many people buy an iPhone or iPad and don’t know how to put it to good use. They know what they know, and they may be afraid to explore further. Others dread the iOS update because the interface may change and they fear being unable to use their device. For those users, and the rest of us, there’s iOS 10: A Take Control Crash Course.
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OptomaUSA’s new BE Sport3 Bluetooth In-ear Headphones are excellent for music listening during active sports, while reading the paper, and when doing the dishes. Choose a comfortable set of ear tips from the many sizes and materials included, then select a pair of wing stabilizers to keep the buds in place while on the go. Stow the headphones in the squishy neoprene case with an affixed carabiner clip.
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Is the space behind your iMac cluttered with hard drives, hubs, peripherals, and dust? How about a shelf to lift all of those devices above the surface of your desk so you can keep them clean and organized? The new Float Shelf from Prism Designs does all of that with grace and style.
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The LifeActiv quickmount and belt clip enables users to carry a smartphone attached to their belt or a backpack. The catch is that the gadget is a two-piece solution. The mount is an adhesive-backed square that must be attached to your phone’s case. It does not adhere to rubber and certain other materials. I had to remove the outer bumper on my OtterBox case and attach the mount to the plastic frame underneath.
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My first impressions of the sound of the thinksound MS02 and Rain3 earphones (in-ear monitors, or IEM) are based on comparisons to other IEM (Sennheiser IE800, RHA T20, B&O H3), to a few reference headphones, and to notes I’ve accumulated from many prior reviews. I’ll describe how I relate to these IEM (i.e. my personal tastes and how I use these earphones) only after covering all of the objective issues.
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I was a huge fan of Bob Dylan’s music from 1963-1970. I didn’t listen to many of Bob’s songs or albums during the following decades, with the exception of his CDs Good As I Been To You and World Gone Wrong from the early 1990s. Good As I Been To You is a raw and raunchy roots music retrospective, and is the better of the pair.
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My first impressions of the sound of the thinksound On2 headphones (On2 hereafter) are based on direct comparisons to other headphones, particularly those that resemble its design (mid-size portable), and also to a few premium headphones for reference. I’ll describe how I relate to the On2 (i.e., my personal tastes and how I use the headphone) after covering all of the objective issues.
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