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Review: Olloclip 3-In-One Photo Lens for iPhone
Thursday, 28 February 2013 | Jason SlaterThe Olloclip is a three in one lens system that attaches over the rear camera of the iPhone and which provides fish eye, macro, and wide angle capabilities. As the Olloclip is an exterior attachment it is likely to be compatible with pretty much … Read More
Review: Y-Cam Bullet HD1080 Wireless Internet Security Camera
Tuesday, 5 February 2013 | Jason SlaterHigh definition is the latest area of focus for wireless internet security cameras. Moving away from the limits of the typical 640×480 capture resolution to a much higher resolution, such as 1920×1080, makes security cameras more flexible and suitable for a broader array of scenarios. In this review we will be taking a look at one of the latest high-definition cameras, the Y-Cam Bullet HD1080 Wireless Internet Security Camera (Model: YCBLHD6) currently priced around £338.09.
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Review: Lumie Desklamp
Monday, 21 January 2013 | Jason SlaterIt can get pretty dark quickly these days, particularly with the threat of snow in the air, so making the most of any daylight is a must. It’s not always practical to take a stroll outside, especially during the working day, so a good desk lamp can make a big difference and one that aims to make us feel better is an added bonus.
The Lumie Desklamp says that it “provides a natural energy boost and also doubles as a desk light.”, and is currently available for around £144 from John Lewis. We’ll be taking a closer look at it in this review.
Microsoft Working On Alternative To Google Glass
Wednesday, 16 January 2013 | Jason SlaterAccording to a US Patent Application (filed May 20, 2011), titled “Event Augmentation With Real-Time Information”, Microsoft is working on a technology similar to that expected to result from Google Glass.
Review: Brother P-Touch H105 Labelling Machine
Wednesday, 16 January 2013 | Jason SlaterThe P-Touch PT-H105, from Brother, is a handheld labelling machine that can be used for tagging all manner of things from cables, and power adaptors, to folders, badges, and cabinets. It utilises tape cassettes that, when printed, can be peeled and attached to items for a more organised lifestyle.
The unit can print up to 20mm of tape per second and includes a number of characters sizes, lettering styles, frame, and formatting. The usual price for the P-Touch is around £79.99 but it’s currently on sale for around £30.32.