Gadgets and Gaming
4 Ways to Use Your Smartphone Better
Sourced from Getty Images. Smartphones are glued to the palm of our hands for most of the day, perhaps to keep up with the latest social media updates or to keep in contact with family, friends and even clients. Whatever the reason may be, smartphones are here and, let’s be honest, we probably wouldn’t survive a day without them. With this in mind, here are four ways to make the most of your screen time: 1. Record important information When it comes to remembering things, it often goes in one ear and out the other – despite our best efforts. To make sure that you remember important dates, meetings, or other events, use your phone’s calendar. Most of them will allow you to sync with your email calendar, which means that there’s no excuse for forgetting. /* custom css */ .tdi_3_7c6.td-a...
Lenovo Unveils the ThinkPad X13 and X13 Yoga
Lenovo has introduced the latest additions to its ovo including completely redesigned X13 and X13 Yoga. The devices come with 16:10 aspect ratio displays and updated T and L series. The new ThinkPad laptops offer customer the choice to select the most appropriate configuration for their needs. Select models are available in black or storm grey with options including 11th Gen Intel Core vPro processors or the latest AMD Ryzen 5000 Series Mobile Processors. ThinkPad X13 and X13 Yoga maximize performance and portability. Whether home-based or negotiating hybrid working, the lightweight laptops, featuring new 16:10 aspect ratio displays, can offer always-on always-connected technology to stay on top of daily workloads. ThinkPad X series portfolio include ThinkPad X13 i and X13 Yoga powered by ...
Sony Launches FX3 Full-Frame Camera
Sony has unveiled the FX3 (model ILME-FX3) full-frame camera. The device combines digital cinema technology with imaging features from Alpha mirrorless cameras to create the ultimate cinematic look. “The FX3 was designed to turn creative vision into reality,” says Ryo Ochi, GM of Digital Imaging Division at Sony. “It allows creators to bring their visual expression into the world of cinema through immersive content. We will continue to support the world’s creators through Sony’s Cinema Line Series.” As the latest addition to Sony’s Cinema Line, the FX3 delivers a cinematic look and professional operability and reliability all in one device. The new model provides outstanding image quality and usability for small scale and one-person shooting. Key Specifications: /* custom css */ .tdi_...
Samsung Announces New “Buy and Try” Program For Its Foldable Smartphones
Source: Bernard Smalls / @PhotosByBeanz83 Are you still on the fence when it comes to buying one of Samsung’s foldable smartphones? This new program might help you make up your mind. Tuesday (Feb.23), Samsung announced it is offering to customers a “Buy and Try” program for the Galaxy Z Flip 5G and Galaxy Z Fold2 5G. The Korean tech giant is hoping with this new initiative to help customers find out if Samsung’s latest foldable devices are right for them and is a part of its commitment to making the devices accessible to everyone. For the first time, Samsung offers a program for its mobile devices that will extend the return policy from 15 days to 100 days after consumers buy either the Galaxy Z Fold2 5G or Galaxy Z Flip 5G. The program’s announcement comes af...
LG Initiates Global Rollout of 2021 OLED TVs
LG has initiated the global rollout of its 2021 TV lineup including OLED, QNED Mini LED and NanoCell TVs. The collection is set to offer a wide range of screen sizes from the most compact 43 inches to a new-to-market 83 inches and a mesmerizing 88 inches. LG’s series Z1, G1, C1, B1 and A1 boast self-lit panels that produce ultra-sharp, ultra-realistic picture quality and smooth, natural motion, as well as strikingly slim designs that complement any décor. All models in the G1 range feature the new OLED evo technology, the next step in the evolution of OLED TVs that delivers better luminosity for higher brightness and punchy images with amazing clarity, detail and realism. The C1 series, LG’s most popular OLED TV range, offers the most screen size options to accommodate diverse user needs a...
OPPO Reno 5 Series Officially Launches in Kenya
Image sourced from Times of India OPPO has officially launched the Reno 5 series in Kenya – this range of smartphones includes the Reno 5 and Reno 5 Pro. The devices are equipped with impressive camera array’s, Gorilla Glass displays and Qualcomm/Mediatek chipsets. Here’s a closer look at the Reno 5’s key specifications: BODY Dimensions 162 x 77.2 x 9.3 mm (6.38 x 3.04 x 0.37 in) Weight 215 g (7.58 oz) Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminium frame SIM Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) DISPLAY Type AMOLED Size 6.6 inches, 108.6 cm2 (~86.8% screen-to-body ratio) Resolution 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~387 ppi density) Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 6 PLATFORM OS Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6 Chipset Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm...
HHW Gaming: Soulja Boy Reportedly Releasing Another Video Game Console
Source: Santiago Felipe / Getty Soulja Boy is once again trying to jump into the video game console market. Big Draco is reportedly pushing video game consoles, well, at least taking another stab at it. Game Informer is reporting that Soulja Boy is about to start cranking out a new console after selling janky consoles (overpriced emulators) back in 2019 that landed him in hot water, forcing him to “boss up” due to him ripping off the design for PlayStation’s now-defunct handheld, the PS Vita, and Xbox One S console and removing them from his Souljawatch website. Twitter handle @Souljagame, which Soulja Boy follows, tweeted on Saturday (Feb.13), “Building a new console from scratch, all new design. All new games. All new deals. Let’s make history,” and announced it was coming soon. Bu...
HHW Gaming: Square Enix Announces Hawkeye & Marvel’s Avengers PS5 & Xbox Series X Launch Date
Source: Square Enix / Marvel’s Avengers After being teased back in July, we now know when Hawkeye will joining the growing roster of superheroes in Square Enix’s Marvel’s Avengers. During Tuesday’s (Feb.16) WAR TABLE Deep Dive, Square Enix shared more details about Hawkeye and what players can look forward to when he finally arrives in the game. Despite having no actual superpowers, the man finds a way to contribute as an Avenger using his exceptional marksmanship and acrobatic skills, which will all be on full display in the game. Source: Square Enix / Marvel’s Avengers Barton’s arrival to Marvel’s Avengers comes after Kate Bishop’s arrival to the game via her “Taking AIM” story update that introduced time travel and gave us more insight into what exactly happened to Nick Fury. Like Bisho...
Rectron To Distribute NZXT PC Gaming Solutions Across South Africa
Rectron has added NZXT software-powered hardware solutions for PC gaming to its portfolio. According to the company, NZXT is dedicated to providing “premium PC gaming products and services that combine affordability, functionality, engineering and design to achieve extraordinary gaming experiences”. Through this partnership, Rectron will distribute the complete range of NZXT products including the H series cases, AIO liquid coolers, Power Supplies, AER RGB series Fans & Accessories. “NZXT is a very valuable addition in significantly strengthening our PC gaming offering. As a leading developer in innovative gaming products, NZXT has established a passionate following among gamers seeking craftsmanship and value, and we are excited to bring a focused selection of their products to o...
HHW Gaming: Xbox Announces Its Own Game-Changing Premium Wireless Headset
Source: Microsoft / Xbox Wireless Headset Next-generation gaming needs next-gen accessories as well. Tuesday (Feb.16), Xbox announced that it would be releasing a pair of premium wireless gaming headphones. Microsoft’s new Xbox Wireless Headset will deliver many upgrades to help take your gaming experience to another level. In a press release, the company boasted that its new headset would deliver “best-in-class audio and chat performance, outstanding design and comfort, and unique experiences that are tailored for each gamer.” According to Xbox, the new headset will deliver a “fine-tuned and configurable auditory experience” that no other Xbox branded headset has delivered before. Xbox Wireless Headset users will be able to play loud and clear through low latency without worrying about lo...
HHW Gaming: Xbox Announces Its Own Game-Changing Premium Wireless Headset
Source: Microsoft / Xbox Wireless Headset Next-generation gaming needs next-gen accessories as well. Tuesday (Feb.16), Xbox announced that it would be releasing a pair of premium wireless gaming headphones. Microsoft’s new Xbox Wireless Headset will deliver many upgrades to help take your gaming experience to another level. In a press release, the company boasted that its new headset would deliver “best-in-class audio and chat performance, outstanding design and comfort, and unique experiences that are tailored for each gamer.” According to Xbox, the new headset will deliver a “fine-tuned and configurable auditory experience” that no other Xbox branded headset has delivered before. Xbox Wireless Headset users will be able to play loud and clear through low latency without worrying about lo...
Riven: 10 Ways to Win the Game
Like any MOBA, League of Legends (hereinafter referred to as LoL) consists of casual and professional players. Casual players play for their pleasure and rarely choose ranked matches. Professional players hone their skills in ranked matches, for which they receive special rewards. Besides, they have the opportunity to get noticed and become a part of a team for eSports competitions. To do this, one needs strategic skills and an understanding of the mechanics of all available champions. As of February 2021, LoL has 154 characters. Each of them will have their unique play style and peculiarities of studying combat tactics. At the same time, most of the characters in the game mechanics may resemble more familiar LoL champions. This can be an opportunity to grasp strategy faster. Also, champio...
