Let’s admit it, electronic gadgets is definitely a
today’s must have. Almost everyone uses smartphones, laptops, cameras and
other electronic tools.in order to stay connected and be able to perform most
of our daily task. As the demand continues to grow, so is the emergence of
different products promising better performance and one of a kind
features. But wait before you decide to click that order button for that latest
phone or buy the cute slim laptop advertised over your favorite blog, hear us
out, your tech buddies as we run down some random beliefs that has been
controlling our techy minds and decisions for quite some time.
Belief
No. 1 “kapag mahal, maganda no doubt” Syndrome
It is no question that higher price products comes
with impressive upgrades however increased in number of some specifications (or
specs) does not necessarily make one good already. When planning to invest on
gadgets better ask yourself first, in what purposes will you intend to use it?
Is it for a heavy video and image editing over Adobe applications? Or constant
use of big files for detailed task. Laptops, desktops or dual core devices can
be line as one of your considerations. Meanwhile, netbooks and smartphones are
great investment for faster web browsing and composing school and work
documents. Emails and other instant communications are also best perform with
these handy dandy technologies.
Belief
No. 2 More Megapixel for Insta-worthy Photographs
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On left, pictures from a 13 megapixel camera; On right, pictures were edited through Snapseed, a photo editing application. (photos from @OREOnnejustine on Instagram) |
Every camera, DSLR’s or smartphones would always brag its upgraded camera megapixel. Most consumers have been blinded that the measure of good camera is based on the number of megapixels in its sensor. Well believe no more as the quality of digital camera photo is found to be determined by the type and size of sensor, its processor and optics. Image sensors (or the digital counterpart of camera film) consist of millions of light-sensitive spots which records information about what is seen through the lenses. The bigger the sensor the better images one get. Now people can be confident in choosing 16 megapixel digital camera with a larger image sensor over a 20-MP products with smaller one. But more importantly, proper lightning, angle and image concept is a collaborative factors to secure that instant like and share.
Belief
No. 3 Why Save-up When You Have Powerbanks
Though extra life powerbank carries are unquestionably
helpful, other options in maintaining that battery level is as easy as 1,2,3.
Consider using audio ringtones for notifications as it create small vibrations
in the speakers of mobile phones compare to vibrations alone. Decreasing screen
brightness is also great in saving the battery life of smartphones. How we
charge our phone has a directly effect to battery life as well. When charging,
it must come to its full level rather than just charge it and pull it out
whenever one wants. And last but definitely not the least, be sure to turn off
network connections such as Global Positioning System (GPS), Bluetooth,
Wireless- fidelity, 3g, and 4g whenever not in use as it lessens battery
consumption. So the next time your messenger is not in use better switch your
data off to enjoy extended free messaging later.
Belief
No. 4 The Deadly Virus Chain
As phone charging through laptop or PC USB ports
became possible, Window threats have also become ones concern. One may ask,
will my phone get a virus too? The answer will be simply NO. Since viruses are
design for a specific operating system, the attack on Windows will fail
miserably with the operating system of Android, IOS or others. However,
smartphones are to be treated differently. If the phone is infected with
Windows malware, plugging it on one’s computer or laptop has the potential to
harm the machine. To prevent this, one are advice to modify the auto-run
feature in Windows. This part is responsible in enabling programs of files to
run automatically when a device carrying it connects to a computer. Thus,
making laptops or PC vulnerable to malwares including viruses. To know more
about Autorun, visit https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/967715 for details.
Belief
No. 5 Techy Stuff are for Computer Majors Only
Definitely a lot of people shares the same dilemma.
Codes, viruses, and all other stuff concerning computers are heavily relied to
those who majors on it and works with it. Though some situations justifies
their assistance however there are times that even the simplest computer issues
are being used to take advantage of others limited knowledge. But worry no more
as solutions are readily available over the web. Tim Lenahan over Muo
website elaborated five pages where PC repair can be anyone’s reach. These
includes Fixing My Computer… 100% Free step-by-step Guide; Yahoo Answers –
Computers & Internet Section, LaptopMag.com; Lifehacker’s Top 10 Computer
Hardware Fixes and Upgrades and Fexed4Free.com Computer Category; and others
tend to relay on the step-by-step.
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