What do you do to calm yourself or de-stress? Some people like to hit the gym and work out their aggression and emotion others like to sit back and binge a new series or favorite film. Whatever it is you do, it’s important to take time for yourself.
Should you have difficulty trying to figure out how to get started with mindfulness or downregulation, I might suggest checking out something from Buddha Board.
With three different options to choose from, Buddha Board’s products are designed to help you with living in the moment. They’re priced from around $18-$38 and each of them provides a slightly different approach to the same concept.
Our team was provided with samples of the Original Buddha Board, Enso, and Mini Buddha Board, giving each of them equal time around the office. Suffice it to say, they’ve slowly made their respective ways to the homes of friends and family.
The Buddha Board, and its variants, might be succinctly described as a blank canvas on which one might paint or doodle using a wet brush. Using only water, your creation slowly evaporates over a few minutes.
Spend a few minutes creating an image of flowers or trees, or simply bring the board to life with assorted shapes and you’ll find yourself slowing down mentally and emotionally. Once the image goes away you’ll have a blank board to start all over. Or, continue to revise and iterate the living image on your canvas in real time.
Buddha Board products are not just great for adults looking to destress; they’re an excellent creativity outlet for younger users. Nothing is permanent, except for the board itself provided you take proper care of it.
Mini Buddha Board (5″ high x 5″ wide x 0.5″ thick)
Portable Mini Buddha Board that folds into its own small easel stand
Premium mini paintbrush with thick, ultra-soft bristles
If you’re the type of person to sketch or doodle while on the phone, or one who likes to spend down time being creative, you may want to check out the Buddha Board website.
Everybody wants a white, healthy, beautiful smile. This motivates a lot of us to put in the work – brushing our teeth every morning and night. Too may times I’ve headed to a dentist appointment, proud of the effort I’ve dedicated to my pearly whites, only to hear the same repeated phrase: “You need to brush better.”
As I second-guess my brushing discipline and dental hygiene regimen upon leaving the dentist’s office, I always wonder, “How could I possibly brush any better?”
I had long considered the electric toothbrush approach to strengthen my dental care routine but found it hard to convince myself that an expensive toothbrush that needs charging and only adds the feature of vibrating bristles to my routine would ever be worth it. However, I was very intrigued by the many capabilities of the Bitvae S2 Smart Electric Toothbrush and jumped on the opportunity to see what it could offer my not-so-perfect smile.
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Bitvae S2 Smart Electric Toothbrush
The Bitvae S2 Smart Electric Toothbrush is an electric toothbrush that connects to an app on the user’s smartphone to allow them to monitor and customize their dental hygiene routine. When I first opened the box, I was greeted with a very pleasantly packaged toothbrush, USB charger, eight toothbrush heads, and a hard travel case.
The toothbrush itself is about nine inches long which, conveniently, is not much longer than my electric razor. The toothbrush fits easily into the sleek travel case which can also carry up to two brush heads (you may be able to stuff a few more, or the charger into the case if you tried hard enough).
The first thing I did after opening the box was plug in the toothbrush to make sure it had a full charge. The charger is a USB to a very small barrel jack and does not come with a USB block. I charged my toothbrush with my computer which I found kind of strange, but it worked. While the toothbrush was charging, I read the instruction manual to learn how to connect the smart toothbrush to my phone.
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To use the smart capabilities of the Bitvae S2 Smart Electric Toothbrush, the user needs to download the iSpruz app, which is free to download and does not take too much space. The install guide indicating how to connect the toothbrush to the app was very simple and straightforward – not much harder than connecting a pair of Bluetooth earbuds. Once the toothbrush was charged and the app was downloaded, I was ready to start brushing!
Brushing
Using the basic features of the toothbrush was very simple. Press once to turn on the toothbrush, press twice to change brushing modes. The brushing modes, indicated by an LED that lights up on the front of the toothbrush, were white, clean, soft, gum care, and smart. Each of first four modes were a preset duration and vibration frequency, programmed to help the user with the desired cleaning characteristic. The “smart” mode is left for the user to program a specific mode that they desire, which is easy to do in the app.
I found out very quickly on my first brush that the user is also given a warning that they are using too much pressure (which is a habit I apparently did very often) by lighting a red LED ring at the top of the brush and changing the frequency of vibration. In a much more subtle way, the toothbrush also gives a little blip of a frequency change every thirty seconds to indicate that the user is supposed to switch to a new zone of the mouth.
Using the Bitvae S2 Smart Electric Toothbrush left my mouth feeling quite clean. I was worried that not being able to use the pressure I was used to would leave some residue left on my teeth, but I was pleasantly surprised. I used the “white” and “clean” modes the most often but found that two minutes was not long enough for me to feel satisfied that I have been thorough enough. Thankfully, it was very easy to set my own time duration with the “smart” mode which I ended up using most often after that.
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iSpruz App
The iSpruz app is very clean-looking and easy to use with the Bitvae S2 Smart Electric Toothbrush. When I was ready to brush, I opened the app, tapped the “Start Brushing” button, and was guided through an entire two minutes of brushing being told how to angle my toothbrush and where in my mouth of focus at which times. Once the brushing session is over, the user has the option to record other dental hygiene care they did such as tongue cleaning, flossing, and mouthwash. The app then records the session and gives the user a grade. As far as I could tell, the score for each individual brushing session was graded based upon length and additional cleaning methods used. However, the home page features an overall dental care grade which also reflects the frequency of the user’s brushes.
After brushing with the app as a guide a few times, I got the hang of the good brushing habits they were teaching and stopped using the app while I was brushing every morning. After about four days without opening the app, I was worried that my brushes were not being recorded. I was very pleasantly surprised when I opened the app from my kitchen and the toothbrush (from the bathroom) immediately linked to my phone and uploaded all the brushing sessions that had accumulated since I had last opened the app. My brushing grade had also dropped from an “S” to a “B”, so I knew I needed to kick it into gear a little.
I was satisfied using the iSpruz app. It works very well with this brush. There were a few things though that I think could be added to make the app even more worthwhile. I found myself wishing that there was a way to let the app send me notifications that my brushing grade was dropping. Seeing that notification in the morning or at night would honestly motivate me not skip a brushing session. I also thought it would be neat to customize the music that played when you brush with the tutorial on your phone. Hearing my own music or different daily affirmations would cause me to open the app and use the guide while brushing more often. These features were not must-haves for me to use the product, but would enhance the usefulness of the app.
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Battery Life
To be honest, there is not much to say in terms of battery life. The claim is that it can last 100 hours, and I believe it. After using all the Bluetooth and memory storage features of the brush for two weeks, I was barely able to get the brush battery to fall below ninety percent. Being required to charge the brush battery at an unreasonable frequency is something I was very happy to avoid.
Conclusion
Trying out the Bitvae S2 Smart Electric Toothbrush I found my self consistently impressed. The packaging and contents of the box are high quality and very professional-looking. The toothbrush was very easy to setup and use without any electrical knowledge. The features included with the toothbrush itself are useful and the battery life is long enough not to worry about.
While I believe there could be some smart features that would really set this product at a high tier, the iSpruz app was easy to use, looked nice, and was quite useful in learning good brushing habits. I think it is safe to say that I will be using this toothbrush for a while, and I am hoping that my dentist notices my “better brushing.”
Finally, it is important for me to note another appealing aspect of the Bitvae S2 Smart Electric Toothbrush. When I saw the price of this toothbrush my jaw literally dropped. After using it for two weeks I expected to see a $90 to $120 price tag. But Bitvae sells the S2 Smart Electric Toothbrush on Amazon for only $40.
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Have you ever taken a look at the underside of your vacuum cleaner only to find a whole bunch of hair wrapped around the roller? Whether you have a pet or spouse with long hair, you’re bound to find that the hair ultimately wraps itself around the bottom, eventually hindering performance.
Cleaning up the roller is a pain in the butt, often requiring that you break out scissors or a knife. Who wants to do that? Not us.
With multiple warehouses around the globe, customers can look forward to timely shipping from local facilities. Indeed, UWANT has obtained TUV certification which means its products are tested and marked for their proof of quality. And should you need any assistance with your product after purchase, UWANT has a department dedicated to after-sales support.
The UWANT X100 features a number of cool details, including two patented features: double roller technology, and pet hair cutting device. Moreover, it has a really generous battery with nearly 45 minutes of runtime per charge.
One-touch Self-cleaning
When it comes time to charging the vacuum cleaner you can get it from zero to full in just three hours. What’s more, the one-touch self-cleaning automatically absorbs dirt and other gross things from the rollers. Using water and a scraping mechanism, it takes less than four minutes to clean the vacuum.
Patented Hair Cutting Device
During self-cleaning, the machine automatically starts the cutting any hair that may be wrapped around the brush. That way the vacuum stays nice and clean, running smoothly, and ready to pick up more.
Double Roller Brushes
The double roller brush design is like taking two passes across the surface at one. Indeed, it works well for dry surfaces and wet ones alike. The back brush comes along to remove water stains that may would otherwise be created by the front one. Goodbye, streaks.
The double roller brush design is like taking two passes across the surface at one. Indeed, it works well for dry surfaces and wet ones alike. The back brush comes along to remove water stains that may would otherwise be created by the front one. Goodbye, streaks.
Dirt Sensing
The intelligent dirt sensing tech will help the UWANT X100 automatically adjust itself for suction and water, showing the changes on the readout screen.
LED Smart Screen
The LED display provides at-a-glance readout of cleaning mode, water volume, and power level. You’ll appreciate being able to keep any eye on things whether actively using it or placing it on the charger.
For a limited time you can purchase the UWANT X100 for as low as $399.99. To get the vacuum for nearly 20% off its standard retail price, you’ll want to act fast and take advantage of the offer.
It’s been over a year since Google closed the financials to take ownership of Fitbit. Since then the two companies have been taking baby steps in integrations like Google Assistant. With the launch of three new wearables, Fitbit brings that marriage one step closer while keeping the same fitness roots we all love.
At the bottom of the new lineup is the Inspire 3. At $100, the new entry-level Fitbit is a great wearable to gain access to the latest Fitbit features without breaking the bank. The thinnest and lightest design of the new Fitbits also boasts an impressive battery life of up to 10 days.
But that doesn’t mean it lacks in features. You still get to track key metrics 24/7 like activity, heart rate, sleep, stress, and more. Inspire 3 can capture all your movement, automatically tracking Active Zone Minutes, calories burned, distance, heart rate, and steps.
Being active is not the only need the Fitbit Inspire 3 has covered. Sleep modes are also onboard to make sure you recharge your internal battery. you’ll get insights into your sleep quality with Sleep Stages and Sleep Score, and can then try things like setting a bedtime reminder, a Smart Wake alarm, or guided breathing on your wrist to help improve your sleep over time.
You can pre-order your Fitbit Inspire 3 now for $100 with availability in retailers and shipments in September.
Next up in the lineup is the Versa 4. This has been a staple of the Fitbit lineup over the last few years and the general design hasn’t changed much. It also incorporates all of the features found in the Inspire 3. It does bring back the physical button that was removed with many critiques last year.
With the larger screen, the Fitbit Versa 4 adds a more traditional smartwatch user experience that revolves around fitness. You can track your daily readiness score to see all your day-to-day stats that help determine if you should work out or maybe focus on recovery.
You will also get an Activity Zone Minutes to set as a goal. With over 40 workouts to choose from and log into the app, Fitbit has you covered with the perfect companion in the Versa 4. This includes new options for HIIT, CrossFit, and snowboarding. Onboard GPS can be activated while on walks, taking a run, or using maps.
Heart rate tracking is back as well to always make sure you are in a healthy range. The Fitbit Versa will actively scan to check for signs of irregular rhythms like atrial fibrillation. If this happens, you will get a notification to seek medical attention.
Fitbit estimates that you should get up to six days of battery life on the Versa 4 and you can get a full day’s worth of charge back with quick charge in around 12 minutes. Pricing for the Versa 4 starts at $230 and includes a Premium membership for the first six months.
Rounding out the new lineup is the Fitbit Sense 2. The new top-tier device encompasses all the great options of its siblings and ups the technology even further. The biggest addition is stress management with Body Response.
This new suite of monitoring focuses on your heart rate, heart rate variability, and skin temperature to better understand your body when under stress. A Check-in button will then help you walk through management sequences like breathing to build resilience over time.
Health metrics are also heavily featured and include the Sleep Profile and Afib detention of the Versa 4, but the Sense 2 adds a SpO2 oxygen sensor to take the monitoring a step further. This will log metrics into the Fitbit app to give you a better idea of your daily oxygen levels and trends.
Battery life is rated to be similar to the six full days on the Sense 2. The fast charge can regain you that same full day’s endurance with just 12 minutes on the charger. Pricing for the new Fitbit Sense 2 starts at $300.
You can pre-order either the Versa 4 or the Sense 2 from Fitbit.com with shipments and global retailers coming in the fall.
Google Goodness
The new dynamics with Google and Fitbit started with adding Google Assistant. This year the Versa 4 and Sense 2 will also be able to access to Google Wallet. This is great news for Android users that found Fitbit pay to lack many banking options. No more struggling to not set up a payment method only getting an error that your financial institute isn’t supported. If you have your card already set up on Google Wallet you will soon be able to have it on your Fitbit watch as well.
You will soon be able to use on-wrist navigation with Google Maps with ease on your new Fitbit. Having this functionality is a must for those that travel frequently or even take long runs. This is another welcome addition to the Fitbit ecosystem making it a compelling option over something like Garmin or even Android Wear.
Fashionable as Ever
Rounding out Fitbit’s announcement is a partnership for designer watch bands for the Versa 4 and Sense 2 from the team at Brother Vellies. This includes multiple options for 24mm bands as well as a custom charging cable for the Versa 4. These premium options should raise the bar for those looking for a more fashion-focused watch band for $55 in woven leather black or oak.
If you use Plex, you most likely woke up to an email about the company’s support team sending you details about a recent data breach. Plex notes that this includes emails, usernames, and encrypted passwords. The security team is requiring all users to immediately reset their passwords using the link here.
Plex claims that the database breach was discovered after an audit saw suspicious activity and was able to track down the issue with a third party accessing the private data. The company is reviewing this issue and notes that while all this information was hashed and secured, the reset nuke is still the best way to ensure everyone is good to move forward.
When resetting your account, I’d also make a note to check the “sign out of connected devices after password change” box. This will make sure that any apps you have been using in the past are booted off your account to make sure no one has access while still using your old credentials.
This is a good time to do a personal heat check on security and possibly enable two-factor authentification on your Plex account. We are huge proponents of this additional security measure on all your accounts. Plex offers this under your account settings and is just a QR scan away for many of the popular 2FA apps to help you add this layer of security.
I’m willing to bet that at some point along the way you owned a product that you truly loved. God knows I’ve had more than a few devices over the last couple of decades that I just adored.
Unfortunately, phones and other tech become obsolete and we ultimately have to replace them. And while some folks sell their old stuff others, like me, tend to toss them in a drawer. Once in a while we might take it out, look at it, and take a trip down memory lane.
What do you do with your old handset or portable gadget when you’re done with it? Do you give it to younger members of the family who may not have anything? Do you sell it?
With a growing selection of iPhones, portable gaming devices, and other gear in its portfolio, Xreart also features a Samsung Galaxy S. Yes, that very first one from all the way back in 2010.
Our team was provided a framed Samsung Galaxy S here at the office and it’s been a regular topic of conversation. Not only does it help send us down memory lane, it has also led to some fun chats about our favorite phones over the years.
Each Xreart piece is more or less a disassembled or exploded look at a product glued to a framed white panel. Depending on which device you choose you’ll end up with roughly an 18″ x 13″ or 13″ x 13″ piece that’s nearly two inches deep.
If you thought your old phone was cool to pull out of the drawer and look over, wait until you see what happens when it’s pulled apart and you can see the individual pieces and parts.
Each part is clearly labeled and shown relative to its internal location, including the processor, circuit board, speaker, camera modules, cables, and buttons. The framed art is individually constructed with what can only be described as a strict attention to detail.
Should you struggle to find new or interesting gifts for friends or someone with a new home or college dorm, check out what Xreart has in store. There’s plenty to choose from and if you know that a particular model is a personal favorite, well, you’ve got the gift of the year.
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Pieces range from around $150 up to $250 with most devices falling somewhere between $150-$180. As of today there are a number of discounts in place with the Samsung Galaxy S coming in at $169, or 15% off its normal price.
The attention to layout, design, and framing provide a much more interesting way of presenting our favorite devices of yesterday.
If you own a mobile device, chances are you spend some of your free time playing games online. Game developers are constantly releasing mobile games, and many of them rival what’s available on PCs and consoles. However, if you’ve tried to play graphically intensive games on your smartphone or tablet, you may have noticed lag or slow performance. Before you rush out to upgrade your phone, there are several things you can do to improve the performance of your current device. With that in mind, we’ve compiled this list of tips for optimizing your phone for online gaming.
Free Up Space
Playing games on mobile devices has become increasingly popular in recent years. Classic casino games have been remade for the digital age, allowing gamers to play poker online, including popular titles versions like Texas Hold’em and Omaha Poker. That’s not all; websites like Global Poker host weekly tournaments, giving players an immersive, social experience. At the same time, gamers who enjoy battle royale games can log onto their mobile devices to battle it out in real-time in multiplayer online games like Fornite to determine who will be the last gamer standing.
While mobile gaming gives you the freedom to take your favorite games with you on the go, you won’t have the best gaming experience if your phone performs slowly. Whether you play poker or Fortnite, freeing up space on your phone is one of the first steps you should take to improve your phone’s performance. For the best gaming experience, you should always try to have a decent amount of free space on your phone. You can free up space by deleting old pictures, videos, and apps you no longer use. Whatever games you play online, freeing up space on your phone is one of the first steps you should take to improve your phone’s performance.
Improve Battery Life
If you plan to use your phone as your primary gaming device, you may eventually want to invest in one of the top gaming phones. Even if you own a gaming phone, battery drain can bring your gameplay to a halt. Gaming puts a lot of demands on your battery, so it’s a good idea to conserve energy whenever possible. Android devices make it easy to restrict background use and maximize the time you get from your battery. All you have to do is tap on battery in the settings menu to access Android’s battery saver option. You may also want to invest in a battery pack if you’re going to be doing a lot of gaming away from home, where you won’t have access to a plug.
Optimizing Apps
GameBooster is a popular app for Android that can help boost your gaming experience. It optimizes the RAM, CPU, and other specs on Android devices, allowing you to get the most out of your phone. You can activate GameBooster’s different modes to prevent lag and improve your phone’s performance. Another free app is GFX Tool, which also changes hidden graphics settings on Android phones to maximize performance.
Add a Controller
You may be used to playing games on a touch screen. However, a gaming controller might help to take your experience to the next level. Purchasing a gaming controller is especially useful if you play games that involve more than pointing and tapping. With a controller, you can hold the system in your hand, similar to the experience you’d find on a Nintendo Switch. These controllers give you more control over game play than a touch screen, allowing you to enjoy a console-like experience on your phone.
Wireless earbuds come in all sorts of price points but generally fall into but a few shapes and sizes. That is to say that many of them can be qualified as either having a bean shape or the AirPod-like design that features a stem.
Going a step further, most of what we see on the market are either black or white with the occasional oddball popping up. And while some of them are pretty stylish, few of them truly stand out and look truly unique.
GravaStar’s Sirius Pro, priced as low as $129.95, have a distinctly futuristic and post-apocalyptic design. They’re offered in a variety of colors, each of which looks like something you might find in a first person shooter video game.
The design of the earbuds and carrying case is really cool and different. Nearly every time I’ve had them out in public someone has noticed the case, usually asking what I’ve got on the table. The push-button release of the lid is pretty fun to show off and the war-worn look is popular among the younger demographic.
The Sirius Pro aren’t just about their looks; however, they pack a number of noteworthy features that make them a pair of well-rounded earbuds.
The earbuds are IPX5 rated for water and sweat resistance so they’ll handle a workout, run, or day in the sun without hassle. And should it rain a little bit, you’ll be okay.
There Sirius Pro earbuds pair over Bluetooth 5.2 and feature a 7.2mm dynamic driver with environmental noise cancellation to deliver a fairly loud sound without distraction. Similarly, you’ll have clear connections for calls without the other end having to deal with noisy ambient sounds.
Three modes (Gaming, Movie, and Music) offer up different audio experiences based on your needs. One has crisp, clear sound with deep bass, for instance, while another expands the sound to feel more wide at 5.1 virtual surround sound.
I’ve had no gripes with the audio on the Sirius Pro but I would have appreciated Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). Were that present I would probably have a new preferred pair of earbuds for mowing grass or riding my bike.
I do feel like volume could have been just a smidge louder at the top. But, I do appreciate that as loud as I would play music, the sound was consistent and even with no distortion.
It might take a few listens to get a feel for the touch controls but once you do, they’re relatively easy to understand.
Battery life is rated at four hours per charge with the carrying case offering up three extra charges. This puts it at around 16 total hours but that will vary based on volume levels and listening modes.
I’ve seen nothing thus far to make me doubt those claims as my review pair of Sirius Pro earbuds have been charged maybe twice in the last month. Charging is done via the USB Type-C cable that comes in the box.
Speaking of the carrying case, it’s a rugged and odd one, to be sure. To use a term from today’s vernacular, they might even be a little “extra”. It’s heavy and unique and can also be used as a bottle opener. Yeah, you read that right.
The only real complaint I have with the Sirius Pro is when it comes to pulling them out of the carrying case. It takes me multiple attempts to get any solid grasp of the earbuds to remove them. I’ve taken to licking my thumb and forefinger at times.
Parting Thoughts
The GravaStar Sirius Pro are a unique package and make for an interesting option for younger listeners and mobile gamers. The design is a big part of the allure as the earbuds and case look like something you’d find in Edge of Tomorrow, Fallout, or any other war-torn environment.
The Sirius Pro sound good and have intuitive controls, but you may spend the first day or two understanding how they work. To that end, I like having different audio modes to choose from and think gamers might appreciate one dedicated to it.
The carrying case is a heavy unit that pulls double duty as a bottle opener, a bonus for some buyers. You might struggle from time to time with pulling the earbuds out but once you do, you’ll enjoy the experience.
Learn more about the Sirius Pro at GravaStar’s website where you can purchase them in a variety of colors. Choose from Matte black, Neon Green Space Gray, War-Damaged Grey, and War-Damaged Yellow.
The Android operating system was developed by Android Inc., which Google later took over in 2005. It became the best-selling operating system for mobile in 2011 and 2013 for tablets. In India, nearly 370 million people use smartphones, of which 90.67% run on the Android Operating System. The Android market is also expected to keep growing rapidly in the future. In this article, we will examine why Android is so popular in India and why users choose Android over other operating systems.
In the last two years, Android has become the number one operating system in the world with a 63% market share, making it the most popular operating system in the world. This is because Android has many advantages over other operating systems. Android is also more popular in developing countries like India and China than iOS or Windows because it is free to use, open-source, and available to all manufacturers.
Free
Android, since it was launched, has been free. Google has also made it clear that it will stay free in the future. Because of this, it has caught the eye of the manufacturers. Google’s strategy has allowed companies like Samsung and Micromax to enter the premium smartphone market. Allowing hardware manufacturers to incorporate the operating system in their business cuts down the cost of a smartphone, making it more available to all. The availability of Android on several devices has led users to switch from feature phones or even other operating systems like Windows Phone or Blackberry OS (which are not available on many devices).
Accessibility
Android opened up an array of possibilities to both device manufacturers and application developers while helping to reduce the cost of smartphones. This has made smartphones more accessible to the everyday person who cannot afford to buy an expensive smartphone. Many people cannot afford computers or have access to the internet. Now, because Android has helped reduce the price of smartphones, people can afford to buy a smartphone and have access to all the same features they would have when buying a laptop or computer. Because of this, people can access many different platforms by using their smartphones, from online shopping to gambling sites. One recommended betting site to use on an Android smartphone is 10CRIC’s Android App. This is because 10CRIC’s Android App for Online Betting and Casino is the best in India.
Open Source
Google released Android under an open-source license. This means that anybody can copy or alter its code as long as they give Google proper credit. Similarly, software developers must clearly state that any apps they develop are based on this code. Since there are no costs associated with using it and no licensing fees either, more developers will do so. This will increase competition among app developers and lead to higher-quality apps being offered at lower prices than those found in stores like Apple’s App Store and Microsoft’s Windows Store, among others.
Usability
In terms of usability, a large portion of Android users come from India due to its versatility. Among the many functionalities that Android offers are:
Personalizing one’s own phone: Android’s key strength is its ability to be highly customized. Layout changes for the Home screen, widget additions, animated wallpaper additions, and other customizing forms. Even the user interface (UI) can be modified to resemble an iPhone or a Windows phone.
Languages: There are more than 100 languages accessible for Android OS, making it easier for people to use their smartphones in their native language. Now you do not need to speak or understand english to operate your smartphone.
Real-time support: A newer version of Google Assistant offers real-time support rather than being automated.
Memory: A further appealing aspect of the Robust OS is expandable memory. This allows users to store more photos or documents on their mobile devices without having to transfer them to a cloud-based system.
Selection of hardware: Many possibilities are available if users choose the Android operating system.
App Store: There are around 3.5 million Android apps, giving users a wide variety to pick from. Android’s play store also contains more free apps than any other platform. Android also permits downloading apps from sources other than the Google Play store. Therefore, users are able to download an app if it is not listed on the play store.
Power Adaptor: The same adapter may be used for every type of Android phone and has universal, rapid, and wireless charging capabilities. The OS also supports wireless charging and provides quick charging. The wireless charging adaptor is included with the phone and does not need to be purchased separately, saving the user money.
Pricing is the primary factor in the smaller IOS market that Apple controls in India compared to Android. The average wage of an Indian worker can not afford a phone with such a high price tag. Instead, they search for alternatives before selecting the best hardware. People with a deep interest in hardware specifications and style are also not in vain. Recent Samsung Galaxy s10+ specifications are comparable to those of the iPhone xs Max. Most of the above-mentioned Android usability characteristics are not supported by iOS. Additionally, Android’s cloud feature is simpler to use than IOS.
Summing it all Up
Android has become a popular name in the smartphone industry around the world. They have managed to take user experience to the next level and still keep the prices well within reach for the ordinary guy on the street. More and more app developers are using the Android operating system because it is free and can be modified as long as credit is given to Google. Android is also easy to understand, and users do not have to have any experience understanding the operating system. Users can also use their smartphones for experiences such as online gambling. Therefore, Android has become the preferred choice in India and worldwide.
As summer begins to draw to a close, fall is around the corner and with it a number of potentially devastating hurricanes. Then, not long after come ice and snow storms. Of course there’s always a risk of high wind or tornados in select parts of the country.
If you’ve ever found yourself impacted by one of these natural disasters, you know how much of a pain it can be. Being without power can feel crippling and battery life on devices becomes ever so precious.
Do yourself a favor this year, pick up a portable power station. You don’t have to spend a ton of money on one, and you’ll be glad you have it if and when the time comes.
The Bluetti EB3A Portable Power Station, priced just $240 as of today, is an excellent way to safeguard yourself against instances where power might not be available.
Bluetti EB3A Features
600W AC Pure Sine Wave Inverter (1,200W surge);
268Wh Capacity;
430W Max. Fast Dual Charging (Solar+AC);
LiFePO4 Battery with 2,500+ Life Cycles to 80%;
6 Ways to Recharge (AC/Solar/Car/Generator/AC+Solar/AC+Adapter);
9 Outputs for Charging Multiple Devices at once;
Smart Control & Monitor in BLUETTI App;
200W Max. Solar Input;
Easy to Carry/ Fast Charging/ Safe & Reliable/ Cost-effective
With nine different outputs to work with, the EB3A can charge multiple devices at a time. Among others, you’ll find a pair of USB Type-A ports with 15W charging, a USB Type-C (100W), a pair of AC outlets, and a car outlet. That’s good enough for a family of devices such as phones, laptops, lamps, and more.
When it comes time to charging the Bluetti EB3A has a number of options including the wall, car charger, and solar panel. Need to charge up quicker? Enjoy faster speeds with dual plug-ins.
The Bluetti EB3A isn’t designed strictly for emergency situations. Indeed, at just 10lbs, it’s quite portable. Thanks to the handle at the top, it’s not unlike carrying a small cooler with you to the beach.
Toss the power station in the trunk of your car and feel free to pack the Bluetooth speaker, blender, coffee maker, drone, and fan for your weekend getaway.
The Bluetti EB3A is backed by a two year warranty, providing 24 months of peace of mind. Learn more about the power station and other products at Bluetti’s website.