Jade25 commented on Nothing is slowing down Sony
Jade25
It is understandable for Sony to shut down Vue for not generating the expected revenue, and it is not surprizing that it continues to dominate the gaming scene. I also look forward to the PS5 dominating the market.
Jade25 commented on Worthy rival to AirPods?
Hazard - Edited
When anyone thought of AirPods alternatives, Galaxy Buds, Beats Powerbeats Pro and Sony WF-1000XM3 quickly came to mind. In my opinion, AirPods Pro now competes with Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless, the Bose SoundSport and the Sony WF-1000XM3.... See more
Jade25
The AirPods are an absolute game-changer. According to Apple, " they are the only in-ear headphones with active noise cancellation that continuously adapts to the geometry of your ear and the fit of the ear tips - blocking out the world so you... See more
Jade25 commented on Which is the easier option?
GregP
Mine is never turned off unless needed. Sometimes it needs to be restarted.  I never even considered turning it off. Set it and forget it is my motto!
Jade25
It is risky to leave your router on when it is not in use because hackers could easily access your network. The more you do this, the faster it takes when being restarted. There are cons to this, but I believe that the pros outdo them.
Jade25 commented on Several ways to restart you...
Jade25
I had no idea that we could restart a computer in more than one way. The standard procedure is by going through the start menu, but I see how interesting it can be to experiment with the other methods!
Jade25 commented on Will privacy be a far-fetch...
Jade25
It's like we forfeit any rights to our privacy by merely existing online. The Threads app is both controversial and unrealistic. It is a bold move from a company that has had bad publicity in the past with issues around privacy.
Jade25 commented on Did competition push out Pl...
Jade25
I don't know what changes Sony expected to come into effect, but it makes sense for the company to focus on its core gaming business. Either way, Sony is moving away from Vue because it hasn't been profitable in the past.
Jade25 commented on Good move from Google?
Jade25
I don't store iOS photos on Google Photos because it is more secure to store them on iCloud. All the same Google Drive is useful for storing other documents.
Jade25 commented on HTC Launches First Phone Th...
Jade25
Such a great innovation from HTC, despite its best years seemingly being behind it. That it's also available in various equivalent cryptocurrencies is a big plus. 
Jade25 commented on The October 15th event
VeryPunny - Edited
"Project Soli" is a big plus for me.  I can't  tell you how many times I've had paint, food, or other debris all over my hands when the alarm went off or  I wanted to switch songs.  Being able to gesture over the phone instead of touching the... See more
Jade25
I stand corrected, but I believe smartphone companies need to perfect a new technology before rolling it out. I also think that "Project Soli" is a great idea.
Jade25 commented on E-reader That Encourages Ki...
Jade25
The Kindle Kids Edition is such a noble idea because we'd all love it if our kids read more. I mostly don't go for preorders until the device has hit the market. 
Jade25 commented on Do you charge your phone ov...
Jade25
People will always come up with their own opinions about everything. It could have been the case in the past, but modern smartphones have cut off the power supply when the charge is full. I always charge my phone when it is on low charge.
Jade25 commented on Do You Miss Jack?
Jade25
I use an older model that still has the jack, so I may not understand the experience of a person owning a phone without a wireless jack. Either way, I think we will all (somehow) get used to the changes.
Jade25
Oh yes, I would like to have the option of choosing between the two. I would presume that wireless earbuds sound better and are of higher quality?
Jade25 commented on Gmail has a lot more features
Jade25
I now believe that there are tons of things that Gmail can do, and a lot of the time, people don't fully utilize these features. I hope to schedule my emails more, from now on.
Jade25 commented on The Galaxy Watch Gets an Up...
Jade25
I like the fact that they have made it thinner and lighter than the previous wearable (Galaxy Watch Active). Nonetheless, it would have been better for the company to retain the rotating bezel found on earlier Samsung smartwatches.
Jade25 commented on Are brand names important?
joserock
I will still recommend people to be mindful of brands related to insurance, service, and the reselling value. Sometimes the safety and assurance that you get by getting a device from a trusted brand are worth the extra cost.
Jade25
I agree with you. A trusted brand that is popular has a higher resale value. On the other hand, a company that is new to the market poses many unforeseen challenges. It is better to stick with well-known brands.
Jade25 commented on Is this device worth the pr...
TimmyZ
The battery may not be a real issue because we are used to having power banks with our mobile phones. There are power banks for laptops, so we can have an extra battery while we are far from any electrical socket. I guess there is a power saving... See more
Jade25
Unfortunately for me, I always consider how long the battery lasts because I don't fancy using power banks unless as a measure of last resort. I love this device but for the battery power. However, the article claims that this is as a result of... See more
Jade25 commented on Have you used AirDop before?
Pete205
Yeah, AirDrop is very convenient and it doesn't reduce the size of your files or images when you send them to others. The only drawback is that you can only use it from Apple to Apple. 
Jade25 - Edited
Here I was thinking that this feature cuts across every other device but either way, it makes sense for Apple to make it exclusibe. The interesting bit is that it isn't easy to find this feature on Apple devices; it would have been easier if it... See more
Jade25 commented on Huawei is back with Google ...
codechaser
I figured this would get worked out because at the end of the day, it's all about money and power.  If Huawei is smart, and they are, they'll be creating their own independent OS behind the scenes just in case.
Jade25
Very true and I wouldn't be surprised if they rolled out their own OS after a while, after claiming that they had one in the works even before the 'ban' came into effect.
Jade25 commented on Ever seen the need of a Wi-...
Marvel
I was planning to install this gadget in the house, but I forgot all about it. Thanks for sharing this as it reminded me to get one in order for me to get signal, especially when I'm in my garden.
Jade25
I am yet to get one too because I can only use the ethernet cable on my laptop. Which one, from the list, would you go for? I'm beginning to think that it is much better to spend more and not compromise on quality!
Jade25 commented on Traditional studios becomin...
Jade25
Technology, in a large part, keeps evolving really fast and you can imagine what the next decade could bring forth. Either way, all these are definitely happening at a cost and there's nothing much anyone can do.
Jade25 commented on Have the regulation authori...
Jade25
I think that there are gaps that make regulation almost non-existent. If there are laws that exist, then such perpetrators must face the full force of the law. If there is no restraint, we will continue to witness such serious breaches.
Jade25 commented on The Controversy's Final Out...
Jade25
Amidst all the controversy, which other companies will the likes of the US opt for? The articles gives a breakdown of when Huawei's troubles started and clearly this issue is bigger than it appears at face value.
Jade25 commented on A Flying Car Is Just Around...
Jade25
Are we daring technology towards innovating what was thought to be impossible a few years back? I don't like the concept of a 'flying' car but when it becomes a reality, a lot of people will go for it.
Jade25 commented on Six Positive Uses for Drones
Jade25
Most of the people I know detest drones because of the notion that they are creepy, and whereas there are all these concerns, I agree that these devices are very useful, beyond imagination. The only limiting aspect is the fact that they are... See more
Jade25 commented on How long have you had your ...
Jade25
I have had my current phone for about three years now, and I don't see why I would need to upgrade to a latest model, unless it malfunctioned. All the same, I know a couple of people who upgrade because of new features but still, upgrading a... See more
Jade25 commented on Bilateral Charging: A New C...
Jade25 - Edited
For such an innovation to work, the battery life and power would have to be vastly improved. All the same, I would prefer that a smartphone's primary use remains as it is. I had rather purchase an AirPower pad to be used primarily for wireless... See more
Jade25 commented on A VPN Protects Our Privacy....
Jade25 - Edited
Well, reading through the article, it becomes evident that these companies block VPNs from a purely business perspective. For the companies offering streaming services, it makes sense to get a true picture of viewership based on regions hence... See more
Jade25 commented on Everyone else joining the '...
Jade25
If it truly comes to pass, then the phone that folds into a smart watch will appeal to a lot of people. Technology is evolving at a really rapid pace but companies that join this bandwagon just for the sake of it may soon find themselves lagging... See more
Jade25 commented on Is independent regulation t...
Jade25 - Edited
These corporations are well structured, with a legal arm that keeps tabs on current happenings. Facebook, as well other social media giants, wouldn't take anything lightly, if it pointed towards legal suits so I agree that the politicians need... See more
Jade25 commented on Get a Large Screen on a Budget
Jade25
The $299 is a limited time offer while the supplies last but still, the $499 price is still affordable. The Hisense brand of TVs has been around for a while and it is a direct rival to the more established brands.
Jade25 commented on Will this win back the kids?
Jade25 - Edited
A lot of these kids are on Instagram and Snapchat because these two offer a different platform and mode of communication. Facebook is definitely late to the party and it will take lots of effort to win back these kids.
Jade25 commented on Bad News For Facebook
Jade25 - Edited
I also don't feel sorry for Zuckerberg at all because his company never treated the issues around privacy with the seriousness it deserved. Facebook's defense that third-party companies "had to get authorization from people" doesn't sound... See more
Jade25 commented on Will Apple ever follow this...
Jade25
Apple set a good precedent and it is a good thing because its devices can be distinguished from the rest because of the unique features. I don't think that it will follow this path.
Jade25 commented on So the AirPower could still...
Jade25
It is good to hear that the Air Power is making a comeback despite everyone initially writing it off. It is likely that wireless charging may not support older iPhones.
Jade25 - Edited
The funny bit is that Apple avoided discussing the AirPower charger throughout 2018. There had been a mention of a small challenge with the charging tech, something that the company was probably able to overcome.
Jade25 commented on Barely four month's later, ...
Jeremiah
I'm not optimistic about this news. Selling a new version because the current version doesn't sell as expected will just give the iPhone a bad rep from the people who bought the iPhone XS or XR.
Jade25
Same here. Apple should have taken more time to observe if the sales will improve over time. Either way, September is still months away and there's nothing wrong with the company creating the hype.
Jade25 commented on A Car That Drives itself
Jade25
I have seen cars being remotely controlled in movies before and I had no idea that this would ever become a reality. Hopefully, we can have more and more such cars in the near future.
Jade25 commented on Yes, Your Location Data is ...
Jade25
I think that the issue here isn't so much about the sharing of personal data but rather about the same data being accessed by third parties. Why is it hard for the law enforcers to prevent this from happening? Has everything else spiralled out... See more
Jade25 commented on Which is your media player ...
Altair
I don't think that VLC has the monopoly for video players. It may have a big chunk of users who use this kind of video player but that doesn't mean that it has the monopoly.
Jade25
Altair, which other video players are popular? I am familiar with Media Player Classic, Kodi and ACG Player. I hardly use VLC nowadays though at some point, it was the media player of choice for most people.
Jade25 commented on Put Off Laundry Day a Litt...
Jade25
Laundry day definitely sucks but I find it interesting that this closet can't fully clean clothes but still eliminates 99.9% of germs. I checked the price and it ranges between $1,800 and $2,000. Is it really worth it? I don't think so!
Jade25 commented on Futuristic Grocery Stores
Jade25
This is a brilliant idea with the only downside being the incorporation of ads. I hope that there will be an option to opt out of these. I have really been considering the apps that restrict these ads.
Jade25 commented on Hidden tricks in your iPhone
Dennis
The Bedtime feature is a strange one. Even though I am aware of what time I should be going to bed, I can't always sleep at the same hour because of work or other things to do. In my opinion, it's an unnecessary function.
Jade25 - Edited
I wouldn't call it unnecessary per se because I use this app to approximate the time that I should be going to be bed. It doesn't strictly limit you to going to bed at a specific time. On the other hand, you can use this app to get an analysis... See more
Jade25 commented on Encrypting the data on your...
Jade25
I am guilty of assuming that the data on my phone is very safe, without any need of encryption. Whenever I come across such articles, I am reminded of the simple fact that we can never things for granted anymore.
Jade25 commented on Xiaomi Outpaces Apple in Sales
Jade25
Despite having a clear bias for Apple products, I would want to make a side-by-side comparison of the wearables from these two companies. This is a clear indication that people are beginning to pay attention to the 'small' brands.
Jade25 commented on Selecting a phone for a sen...
Octane
My grandmother uses an iPhone like a pro.  She's always playing games on her phone which is funny because she used to get onto us kids for playing Nintendo too much while we were growing up.  
Jade25
Your grandmother really deserves an award because the only games I play on my phone are chess and scrabble. There is a high likelihood that only a small portion of the senior population doesn't use smartphones.
Jade25 commented on Dolby's New TV Headphones
Jade25
I think the idea around being able to connect multiple Bluetooth connections at a time is so that you just have to easily switch to any device of your choice, without much hassle. I love everything about these headphones, except for the price... See more
Jade25 commented on 2018 the Year of Data Breaches
Jade25
It is alarming that data hacking is now on the rise. Who even knew that personal data is normally sold in the black market?  Are website owners/administrators partly to blame?
Jade25 commented on Any ideas for the perfect h...
EmorySmith
I bought the Harry Potter Lego kit for my two children.  I just hope they don't lose any of the pieces as I always seem to step on stray Legos.
Jade25 - Edited
You know what, I got the same kit for my son and within no time, the pieces were strewn all over. Thank God none of these pieces have been misplaced. I like to balance between buying a gift card or toys, rather than cash.
Jade25 commented on IoT Medical Devices Used Ag...
CptJaneway
Technology is becoming too invasive. It scares me. As technology grows, more and more corporations are going to use it to exploit humanity for their benefit. What's going to come next?
Jade25
It scares me too and you even wonder how things could pan out in the next decade or so. If any company is interested in gathering users' data, there should be consent. It is creepy for this to be done without their knowledge. 
Jade25 commented on Amazon is probably creating...
Elijah
Am I the only one who hates detergent bottles like that?  I inevitably wind up with drips of detergent, all over the place.  It's just a mess.
Jade25
I hadn't looked at it that way. I think it would make more sense to have an environmentally-friendly product but still leave the consumer to choose among many options.
Jade25 commented on Coverage can't lend credibi...
Jade25 - Edited
It is true that blockchain companies haven't received the much needed publicity, save for the major ones like Bitcoin. I think there is a bit of confusion over what legitimate advertising really entails and many journalists would opt to take the... See more
Jade25 - Edited
I agree with you. To some extent, nobody thought that the blockchain technology would become a hit and so it continued being popular even without the required publicity. Journalistic integrity seems to be a rare gem nowadays.
Jade25 commented on Strong Attraction
Jade25
After reading the review, I became curious and decided to check this accessory's price, but in vain. How much is it likely to cost?
Jade25 commented on What are you most eager about?
Jade25
The move to USB-C was hailed by a lot of people that had been waiting for this to happen. Overall. the October 30th event was a huge success.
Jade25 commented on Facebook's lip-sync app
Jade25 - Edited
If the idea is to win back teens who are (probably) mostly on Instagram and/or Snapchat, then this could work in Facebook's favor. To what extent such a move becomes successful is anyone's guess but I believe that there must have been enough... See more
Jade25 commented on Do we need new AirPods?
Jade25 - Edited
I agree that just a few people would opt to buy the first-gen models even with the second-gen ones on their way. If the rumor about being able to summon Siri without touching the AirPods is true, then this may slightly alter the price.
Jade25 commented on Is AI really going to destr...
PettyBoop
 I think they could ruin is, but it will be due to human error.  Robots run on algorithms which are created by humans.  Human make mistakes.
Jade25 - Edited
I remember reading something about an experiment that went awry because of a human error in the course of setting the algorithm. AI definitely has its pros and cons but a lot of this will depend on the precision of the programmers.
Jade25 commented on Are you looking forward to ...
Jade25
For a long time, I kept wondering what would inform the decision to remove the home button but then full reliance on bio-based unlocking is a good thing. This could mean that there will be enhanced security and privacy?
Jade25 commented on Error 404
Jade25 - Edited
It is important to roll out a fix for this, because it can be frustrating to encounter such problems when dealing with a new device. Surely, Google should have been able to identify and fix this problem when these devices were under the test... See more
Jade25 commented on New Upgrades and New Designs
Jade25
I like the fact that Face ID will be actualized in these models, even though I do wish that the home button shouldn't have been done away with, in the first place. I wouldn't mind saving up some money, for these.
Jade25 commented on PlayStation 5's Advanced Fe...
Jade25
Sony and Xbox have always been working to outdo each other and this is good because console lovers end up being the biggest beneficiaries. It looks like PS5's launch won't happen until December 2019. In this case, is it too early to speculate? A... See more
Jade25 commented on Turntables for every budget
Jade25 - Edited
The vinyl revival is real plus I also agree that turntables make for great investments, owing to their quality. It is also exciting to note that the modern ones are have the latest tech like in-built Bluetooth and USB output. Like never before,... See more
Jade25 commented on Headphones that translate o...
Jade25
What initially seemed like an exclusive feature on the Pixel Buds is now available on all Google-Assistant optimized headphones and Android phones. Hiccups will also be there in such instances but expect Google to fix this soonest. I have been... See more
Jade25 commented on New Siri Shortcut for iOS 12
Jade25
Siri seems to be able to do (almost) everything you tell it to and it is clearly evident that the improvements being made go a long way towards improving the user's experience.  I really love this feature since it keeps everyone's safety in... See more
Jade25 commented on Best iOS Apps
Jade25 - Edited
This is very informative because prior to reading the link, I had installed about one or two apps from the list. My favorite ones now are Purify, Kindle and most obviously, YouTube. I will be exploring the others bit-by-bit.
Jade25 commented on iOS 12 Refines the User Exp...
Hazard - Edited
Well, I cannot imagine an iPhone without the home button, or is it that I am simply used to the older ways? Such a good review about the iOS12 and I actually relate to what you mentioned about the notifications setting in iOS 11. Lower iPhone... See more
Jade25
Well, I also got used to the iPhone with a home button so I am not sure if would easily adapt to a newer design, lacking this feature. I am trying to imagine the kind of variations that will be in an iPhone that will be launched five years from... See more
Jade25 commented on Amazon to Integrate Alexa i...
Octane
I think smart devices such as these are fun, but the novelty wears off quickly and it's easier to just do things myself than it is to tell Alexa.  
Jade25
Exactly my thoughts. Smart devices look like those things that you get just because everyone is buying them only for the excitement to wear off. All the same, this technology could be easily taking over every other function, without most people... See more
Jade25 commented on The hype of wireless chargi...
PAuster
They're late to the game because, as always, Apple is trying to make their product better than their competitors. One advantage of being behind is getting to see where those products could be better/figure out how to offer something they don't.... See more
Jade25
Good point @P.auster since being late in the game gives a company the opportunity to perfect their product and make it even better. I do wish wish that this wireless accessory would still be able to charge older models of the iPhone as it would... See more
Jade25 commented on The Price Speculation
Jeremiah
This is the signature of Apple products, pricey, but you get a good quality out of it. I think Apple has the right to set its prices with expensive figures because they made innovations into the smartphone business.
Jade25
This is very true and it seems that the moment one tries out an Apple product, then that becomes the trend. Call me old-fashioned but I prefer the models with a smaller screen size (like the 4.7 inch iPhone 6).