Samsung has become the next to rival Apple as it unveiled its Galaxy Tab at the IFA conferences in Berlin on the 2nd of September. Although Samsung have tried to put their own spin on the Tablet, noticeably by its decrease size ( 7 inch touch screen). In principle it is smaller and lighter than its rival the iPad and it matches the Apple device in almost all functions. Some suggest aspects of the tablet are even more advanced than the Apple creation.

Samsung says its research shows people want this device to be useable on the move and they need to be able to communicate with it. So the Tab can make calls  and video calls with the front and back camera (not currently featured on the iPad). As well as all the video, music and book content that you use with an iPad. The device will run using Google’s Android operating system, with a capacity of 16 or 32GB with the ability to expand by a further 32GB. Again not a feature of the iPad.

The only reservations are battery life and screen size. The camera and Flash video mean it will almost certainly have significantly shorter battery life than the iPad. And the 7 inch screen – compared to the iPad’s 10 inch screen – isn’t small as such, but you will miss that extra space when browsing or watching videos.

For now, it is an alternative to the iPad, purely for its price tag – set to be under $300, but nothing has been finalised yet.

With other technology firms including LG Electronics and Hewlett-Packard making moves into the tablet market. The price tag could be the only big difference between each device in the market, which is set to boom – especially in the run up to Christmas.

Samsung has become the next to rival Apple as it unveiled its Galaxy Tab at the IFA conferences in Berlin on the 2nd of September. Although Samsung have tried to put their own spin on the Tablet, noticeably by its decrease size ( 7 inch touch screen). In principle it is smaller and lighter than its rival the iPad and it matches the Apple device in almost all functions. Some suggest aspects of the tablet are even more advanced than the Apple creation.

Samsung says its research shows people want this device to be useable on the move and they need to be able to communicate with it. So the Tab can make calls  and video calls with the front and back camera (not currently featured on the iPad). As well as all the video, music and book content that you use with an iPad. The device will run using Google’s Android operating system, with a capacity of 16 or 32GB with the ability to expand by a further 32GB. Again not a feature of the iPad.

The only reservations are battery life and screen size. The camera and Flash video mean it will almost certainly have significantly shorter battery life than the iPad. And the 7 inch screen – compared to the iPad’s 10 inch screen – isn’t small as such, but you will miss that extra space when browsing or watching videos.

For now, it is an alternative to the iPad, purely for its price tag – set to be under $300, but nothing has been finalised yet.

With other technology firms including LG Electronics and Hewlett-Packard making moves into the tablet market. The price tag could be the only big difference between each device in the market, which is set to boom – especially in the run up to Christmas.

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I don’t tend to watch Dragons’ Den. Mostly because I can’t stand the Dragons’ apart from Peter Jones. That said whilst channel surfing the other night the last product they reviewed was a TV channel wand. And I thought “where have I seen that before?”.

Turns out it was on the Laskys website and it wasn’t something I imagined.

http://bit.ly/9UVAcP £52.99

If you missed the episode you can always catch up here.

http://bbc.in/aqlj6g

I won’t spoil the episode for those that want to find out how the pitch went first hand. If you’re impatient there’s a nice article in The Telegraph.

http://bit.ly/cJSYAH

The iconic iMac desktop computer has been revamped once again. To become, the “fastest, most powerful iMac yet”. Visually, not much has changed. But it’s sleek, simplistic appearance didn’t need much changing anyway, and this desktop remains the best looking around.  It’s what’s inside that has changed.

The processors have been upgraded to Intel Duel-Core i3, i5 or i7, depending on which model you choose.  The top of the range model comes with the Intel Quad Core i7 processor. Put simply means, that everything is much quicker to do – managing photos, editing videos, playing games, or whatever you use your computer for. Also comes with 4GB memory as standard with an additional 3 slots to add more memory (up to 16GB). And with storage space of 2TB, there’s plenty of room for music, photos, films and TV shows.

From experience of Macs, they’re quite quick anyway, but these improvements will make the new iMac incredibly fast and powerful so you can run multiple programmes at the same time with ease.

This iMac also comes with the newer, smaller wireless keyboard, and the wireless magic mouse. Which is, as far as mice go, pretty revolutionary and really easy to use. It’s got no buttons or scroll ball, and moves quickly and seamlessly, as well as being ultra responsive and a huge improvement on the previous mouse. As there are no wires connecting the keyboard or mouse to the main computer, the design remains really simple and sleek.

The display is also incredibly bright and sharp, with LED backlighting, and the same aspect ratio (16:9) as a HD TV, 1000:1 contrast ratio giving brighter colours and deeper blacks. And with 178 degree viewing angle looks great from any seat in the house, even if you viewing the screen side on.

If you look behind the screen the built, you’ll see the built-in iSight camera. You’ll be able to use iChat to communicate in person (without actually being in the same room as someone else). And also use Photo Booth to create silly photo effects without need to install software or configure a camera.

Although the new  iMac is not hugely different from its predecessor. The improved processor makes it just that extra bit better. It’s not cheap, but this is a top of the range all-in-one, with both great design and high performance specification, so arguably worth the money.

MIcrosoft launch their latest version of the Xbox 360 this Friday. So I thought I’d take a look at what’s new in the box (cracking pun there).

Well first stand out feature is that it now comes equipped with a 250GB hard drive. Ideal if your using Zune through Xbox live to download HD movies and also to install games onto the hard drive.

For me personally the built in WiFi is a necessity so you can connect to Xbox live straight away. Without the need to purchase a seperate wireless adaptor or run an ethernet cable to your router. Very important to me personally, especially after my 4 letter swaering fit when I bought my Xbox 360 two years ago only to find out it didn’t have built in WiFi.

However the big talking point of the new console is the Microsoft’s answer to tht Nintendo Wii, the Kinect. Which Steven Spielberg hails as:

“This is a pivotal moment that will carry with it a wave of change, the ripples of which will reach far beyond video games”

So rather than using a remote like the Wii does. The Kinect captures full body body motion using a sensor. An array of games will be available such as Dance Central and Your Shape Fitness Evolved.

One more key point Microsoft has addressed which has been the pain to manyof 360 owners. Is it’s new processor which generates less heat than it’s predecessors. Hopefully this will stop the infamous Red Ring of Death and consoles journey to Stuttgart for repairs. Especially when your console decides to pack in the week before Modern Warfare 2 is released.

In summary I believe the new features will add some new life into the Xbox360 with the  new range of games designed for  the Kinect. I’m still a traditionalist at heart and I would always take a joypad over motion technology. But this is a great stride for Microsoft to target the casual gamers who have fallen in love with the Wii’s playability.

Although generally I consider myself to be a fairly tech savvy person. I have failed to comprehend the appeal of some of the applications on Facebook, notably Mafia Wars, FarmVille and whether or not I want to be a Vampire. Well upon browsing Gizmodo looking for inspiration to add a new blog piece I came across this.

http://bit.ly/bnPhpp

I really wasn’t sure what to make of it. And some of the comments on the Gizmodo page eludes to this. Currently the products are only available in 7-11′s across the United States but considering FarmVille’s international appeal a successful launch could see these products reaching this side of the Atlantic in no time at all.

If anyone has been in the States and has sample the products first hand. Leave your opinion on the products below.

I tend  to get very over excited upon launch of a new Super Mario game. and Friday’s launch of Super Mario Galaxy 2 on the Wii is no exception. I’m quite desperate to get my hands on a copy (So I have something to occupy me between World Cup matches). I guess it’s either just a sense of nostalgia and enjoyment  from working my way through Super Mario World on the SNES when I was 8. Or just knowing that I can dedicate a month of my life playing through it; finding every star, coin and warp pipe and never feeling disappointed by the end of it (unlike the football).

The first installment of Mario Galaxy left me gob smacked and Nintendo have raised the bar again. A lot of features from the first remain with new elements thrown in. Such as a suit Mario can wear that can generate clouds to get Mario to platforms that would otherwise be out of reach.

More importantly there’s challenges in the game which will tax gaming veterains, but not too taxing to put off novices. Also there are elements of classic 2D style thrown in on some Galaxys  keeping the gameplay varied.

I’ve found a review from IGN just to wet the appetite further.

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This will be a welcome break from Modern Warfare 2 and Red Dead Redemption.

Ahoy there!!!

We thought we’d show off some of the entries we’ve had so far on the Laskys Ezine Blogging competition. You still have up until the 11th July to get your entries in so don’t think you’ve missed out yet. Remember you can write about upcoming/existing technology, taking inspiration from the products that Laskys.co.uk sells, review a product or your blog can have a Football theme to co-incide with the World Cup – it is up to you!

Remember there may be opportunity for you to become a regular contributor on the Laskys Ezine and have your words published for all the World to see. So be creative, witty or darn right cynical and talk about the technology you love or loath.

Get Writing!!!

Enter Here: http://bit.ly/9ZpdJK

Example of Entries So Far:

Are we ready for World cup in South Africa, or should I say is  South Africa ready.  Was it not a move forward for this country much to quickly.   Only time will tell. I do wish them all the success needed to see through this competion.

So, here it is… Englands first game of the FIFA 2010 World Cup in South Africa. The English and American teams proudly walk onto the pitch and…. the vibrant colours of the crowd, the stunning views of Rustenburg’s Royal Bafokeng Stadium are…. all fuzzy? and now you think of it, they’re lifeless aswell…What a nightmare situation that would be! Now, as we know, many retailers are bidding for your custom in this run up to the world cup, offering so many different sizes, brands and qualities if Television. But there is only one option. At Laskys.com you can buy LCD, Plasma and LED TVs to suit every pocket, from budget 15″ LCD up to majestic 55″ LED. Why not treat yourself. so when England step onto the pitch for the first game, when Wayne Rooney scores the penalty in the shootout that eliminates Germany, and when that John Terry header that looks like it’s going wide, rebounds off the post, onto the keepers back and trickles over the line against brazil in the final… you are watching  in on the TV you bought from Laskys.com. OK, so Englands triumph can’t be guaranteed, but Laskys quality can.

Although I’ve never blogged before I thought I’d have a go For the best of all the combis and Laskys ought to know! So I’ve written down my inner thoughts for the words to blog I need Cos I’d really like to win this prize my funkiness to feed! I’ve bought goods before from Laskys and here it is no lie Though I am just turned seventy they’ve  helped me lots -and why?  I haven’t got a website and on Twitter I’ve not been But if I win this Combi –I’ll  be the Lasky Queen!!

Lasky’s products are always cheap.I like to place orders over the phone and have spoken to many people with Lasky and were all well spoken, very clear and polite. I wish phone calls to other companys were this easy and stress free I usually spend most the time trying to understand what is being said. Thanks again Laskys for being a cheap and cheerful company.

Just to make you aware that Dyson are offering the chance to win a Dyson Air Multiplier.

How much does the Dyson Air Multiplier™ fan amplify airflow?

Answer the question Click This Link http://bit.ly/bs7qoU

If your stuck for the answer it can be found within the Laskys blog. And Good Luck!!!

Dyson known for their bagless vacuum cleaners have now ventured into fans. But it wouldn’t be Dyson without a major innovation to the tradional fan. Dyson have produced the new fans without blades, resulting in no air buffeting.

The Dyson Air Multiplier™ fan works very differently to conventional fans. It uses Air Multiplier™ technology to draw in air and amplify it 15 times. It took 4 years and every discipline from Dyson’s 350-strong team of engineers and scientists to develop and has 11 separate patent applications.

How it works:

1. Air is drawn in Up to 27 litres of air per second is drawn in by an energy-efficient, brushless motor. A combination of the technologies used in turbochargers and jet engines generates powerful airflow.

2. Air is accelerated Airflow is accelerated though an annular aperture. It passes over a 16° airfoil-shaped ramp, which channels its direction.

3. Air is induced Air behind the Dyson Air Multiplier™ fan is drawn into the airflow, through a process known as inducement.

4. Air is entrained Air around the machine is also drawn into the airflow, through a process known as entrainment, amplifying it 15 times.

Buy one from Laskys here

10″ Fan http://bit.ly/9nSQ8R

12″ Fan http://bit.ly/9TWzVE

Now the domestic football season is coming to a close with just the matter of Playoffs and FA Cup to be decided. I thought I best start getting excited about the World Cup in South Africa. So Having a scout on You Tube I found BBC’s top 10 World Cup Goals up to 2006. all memorable and sure will bring some nostalgia back.

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Other Top Goals from the 2006 Tournament worth a shout:

Maxi vs Mexico

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Zambrotta vs Ukraine

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Cambiasso vs Serbia Montenegro

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Frings vs Costa Rica

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Lahm vs Costa Rica

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Joe Cole vs Sweden

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Just for LOLs the Dennis Bergkamp Goal from 1998 with hillarious commentry

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