The Portable Beam Projector: Convenience and Quality Combined

For most people, the term 'projector' perhaps gives an impression of a really heavy and noisy device that would only be able to display magnified images with distorted output while heating up the entire room in the process. However, high quality modern LED portable beam projectors have redefined the rules of the game in the world of projection drastically. Powerful LED projectors that can easily fit in a small bag now are able to display pictures of such high quality output that they could rival the quality of some of the best DLP projectors of 2005.

Multi-functionality projectors

In an age where customers wish to get more value from their purchase, multi-functionality projectors that are able to do more than just beam dull light rays on the screen should certainly be a welcome news. Portable projectors of today are not just built to beam lights, but are able to play sounds through their in-built speaker and even function as DVD players and satellite TV receivers.

Truly portable projectors powered by battery

The projectors of the past often consumed a lot of energy and it would be impossible to run it without a suitable power source. But modern portable beam projectors are amazingly efficient that can even be powered by a small battery for 1-2 hours. The highly efficient use of power in the projectors has ensured that they can perform a range of functions at very low energy costs.

Compatible with several modern technologies

The necessity to carry several external devices with the projector for ensure its compatibility with modern technologies have been eliminated with the modern portable versions. Portable beam projectors like the Android OS powered DVB-S2 can take inputs from almost any device imaginable, ranging from smartphones to most modern satellite TVs on its own. This could not just eliminate unnecessary hassles, but could also save a tremendous amount of money for customers. It's certainly a welcome development for any projection aficionados.

Affordability

Gone are the days when you needed to shelve out an amount in excess of $500 for getting the very basic quality projectors, just because they were the products of some big brands.

Ideal for both personal and professional use

From being used as a storytelling device for your kids to being used in displaying live sports to hundreds of customers in a bar, the current and potential uses of the modern portable beam projector are immense. It can be used across a diverse range of settings, ranging from a meeting room to an outdoor campsite. The portable beam projector has already started to take a significant chunk of market share and its all set to grow further in the near future, with more advances in battery and display technology. So, if you are planning on buying a new projector, choosing a multiple-functionality portable beam projector could indeed be the right decision.

The Three Mistakes of Steve Jobs' Life

There's a good chance you're reading this on something he helped create. There's a good chance that he's the only former CEO of any electronic brand whose name you know. There's no chance that you don't know his name.

But you may or may not know the odd, perhaps essential mistakes the late Steve Jobs (1955-2011) made through his life as programmer, inventor, CEO and an inspiration to a world dependent on technology. Here's a skimming list of a few.

"Do you want to sell sugared water for the rest of your life? Or, do you want to come with me and change the world?"

- Words that were Jobs' pitch to then PepsiCo Vice-President, John Sculley. Still a young executive, Jobs dug himself an early, albeit temporary grave, as in 1985, he was asked to resign, by Apple's board of directors. All of this, over a stretched disagreement against Sculley regards subsidising the price of the Mackintosh. While Sculley does not regret his stand, in recent interviews, he does mention wishing they had worked around the problem instead of having to fire Jobs. Nonetheless, he adds, "Steve in 1985 was not the same as the Steve in 1997. By the time he came back, he was a much more matured and experienced executive."

Would the world of technology have changed before it actually did? We shall never know.

"I'm going to destroy Android, because it's a stolen product. I'm willing to go thermonuclear war on this."

When Eric Schmidt was on Apple's board with Steve Jobs, and because of his association right from a learning session for programmers they had met at, Jobs was aware of Schmidt's responsibilities as Google Chairman. But he hadn't expected his company Google to be developing an OS that felt to Jobs, and a large population of the tech-using world, a copy of the iOS. When Google launched their Android phone interfaces in the same year, only a few months after the very first iPhone was launched, tempers flared, fingers were pointed and how.

To this day, we wonder if Android would have achieved its popular status had Eric Schmidt not been privy to the iOS structures.

"You've tarnished Apple's reputation. You should hate each other for having let each other down."

The one consistent observation by those who have worked closely, and for long with Steve Jobs, was that he was a difficult man to work with. From his first employer, Nolan Bushnell who described him as 'unpleasant', to his colleagues that worked with him until his resignation as CEO, there have always been talks and whispers about his condescending approach to anyone less visionary, for mistakes, errors, and less. Jobs has even been called tyrannical. His approach to work was intense, and less than ideal - long relentless hours that gave the world legendary products, but an attitude that made his peers and employees a bitter taste in the mouth.

The next time you find your boss irksome, know that perhaps you are better off than some Apple employees.

We can't place a finger on it, but we'll summarise by saying, that genius does come at a price.

Jobs has turn the world toward a faster track of intuitional technology, and his work inspires companies, small and large, to innovate more. Mistakes on this journey to greatness are inevitable, and perhaps essential, and with Apple, Pixar and more of his creations embedded boldly into our lives, let's admit - we're glad he made them!

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Unlimited TV Watching Right on Your Palms

In the era of smart TVs, who wants to remain chained to cable boxes or satellite dishes? Thanks to the handheld devices and android, now your TV is right in your pocket!

There are so many apps that allow you to catch up with your favorite shows, anywhere, anytime for free, on your Droid phone or tab, but not all of them deliver excellent user experience. With more than 600 android TV apps available in the Google Play or Amazon Appstore, finding the best Android TV apps can be a bit tiring. Therefore, we have rounded up five great TV apps in terms of popularity that can let you grow beyond built-in Google Movies and TV apps. All these apps have a whopping download rate between 50,000 to 100,000.

Here's a quick look at 5 popular TV apps, based on overall user rating and the numbers of five-star ratings they have received.

1. Hulu Plus (Overall user rating 3.8, Five-star ratings 27)

For eight dollars per month, it lets you access contents and movies from a plethora of networks including ABC, NBC, Fox and Cartoon Network. Hulu brings your favorite shows to your device within 24 hours of their being on air.

2. Sling Television (Overall Rating 3.7, Five-star ratings 2,000 approx )

For 20 dollars per month, Sling offers contents from over 20 channels including ESPN, Food Network, ESPN, AMC, A&E and more. You can also avail a premium package by paying 15 dollars more per month and access such networks as HBO.

3. Crackle (overall rating 3.5, Five-star ratings 12)

Use this Sony-owned service to watch a wide range of hit movies and sitcoms, as well as a few original series. The best part of this app is it comes absolutely free.

4. Netflix (Overall User Rating 3.2, Five-star ratings 115)

Be it The Hunger Games or Star Trek, The Great Escape or Parks and Recreation, for nine dollars per month, this free app lets you watch thousands of popular television series' and movies on your Android devices.

5. YouTube (Overall user rating 2.8, Five-stars 30)

Music, soap opera episodes, movies - you name them and you will find them on YouTube. The fun part is they come absolutely free!

Now that you know how to find out the wheat from the chaff, what are you waiting for? Go hit the Google Play, download the app and start watching TV on your handheld device itself.

How to Select the Best Android Tablet

In the age of smart phones and tablets, Android powered devices have successfully managed to carve a unique identity for them. All the Android powered devices are famous for their user- friendly interface as well as the cheap apps and games available with them. Though these apps were already a part of many smart phones that came before Android, these were expensive enough that not everyone was able to afford them. With the introduction of Android powered smart phones and tablets in the market, this entire range of high end games as well as apps became more accessible to the common masses.

Android tablets have an advantage over other tablets available in the market. These tablets are powered with one of the most powerful and portable operating systems available today i.e. Android itself. These are highly customizable as well. The reliability as well as powerful features provided by Android is the reason why some of the automobile manufacturers in the world are also interested in it, so that they can find something useful and engaging for their customers.

Specifically speaking of Android tablets, it is a known fact that a whole new range of tablets have exploded in the digital market. Apart from this, the new range of applications and games that accompany these tablets are also commendable. However, all these choices can put people in a huge dilemma. To make it easier for everyone to easily and wisely invest in an Android tablet, below are some factors which should be kept in mind before investing in an Android powered tablet. In order to make a wise decision, scroll down and take a look at some of the points to be kept in mind before buying an Android tablet.

1. Purpose/ Usage of tablet

Interestingly, a wide range of tablets are available under the Android platform. These range from utility tablets for grownups to the user friendly and educative tablets for kids. The Kid's Safe Tablet is especially designed for kids so as to assist them in various educative programs involved in their curriculum. It can be used for the purpose of playing games and solving puzzles as well. Also, there are the usual bigger and smarter tablets meant for grownups. These tablets are as efficient as a full- fledged laptop.

The perks of choosing separate tablets for you and your kids is that it will certainly reduce the wear and tear which kids often leave on their parent's tablets. So, the first step is to determine the purpose for which you are planning to invest in an Android tablet.

2. Size of the tablet

After determining the purpose of investing in an Android tablet, the next step is to decide the size of the tablet. Luckily, Android powered tablets are available in a variety of sizes. One of the most interesting as well as advantageous fact about a tablet is that it is compact in size. The sleek design and smart built of a tablet is what makes them easy to carry and look after. While it is impossible to carry a PC around and since laptops are huge in size, tablets are what come to everyone's rescue.

The 7 inch tablets from Android are way cheaper than many other tablets available in the market. But if you are interested in playing games and using apps on your tablet, those 10 inch tablets are simply perfect for you. While smaller tablets are easy to carry around, bigger ones have their share of advantages as well. For instance, watching movies and playing games is something that can be conveniently achieved on a big tablet. Since Android tablets can be highly customised, bigger tablets make the whole experience more enjoyable and mesmerising for the users. So, the second factor to be kept in mind while choosing the right Android powered tablet is the size of the tablet.

3. The right Android operating system

Like iOS, various versions of the Android operating system are also available. All these versions of Android have their own set of features. Starting from the very first version of Android i.e. Android 1.5 (Cup Cake), there are 8 more versions available. The most recently launched version of Android is the Android 4.4 (Kit Kat). It is entirely the buyer's decision that which version of Android he/ she wants in his/ her tablet. Accordingly, their tablet will be performing all the functions which are offered within the scope of that particular version of Android.

Moreover, there are certain applications as well as games which are unique to each version and they may/ may not be upgradable to the higher ones. Hence, every buyer should be cautious while buying a tablet with Android 2.3 or below. The reason behind this is that these versions do not support Flash. It is advised to choose the appropriate version of Android wisely. This can be done based on the user's preferences as well as the reasons behind buying a tablet.

4. The right manufacturer

Looking at the popularity and fan following of Android tablets in the market, there are few very potentially powerful tablet manufacturers in the digital world today. The dilemma arises because each of these tablets is worth putting your hands on. Manufacturers like Sony, Google, Samsung, etc have emerged as equally powerful suppliers of Android powered tablets in the world.

However, it may not be that difficult to choose between these tablets. The reason behind this is that each of these manufacturers has some additional features and may function differently as well. Hence, the only way to zero in on any Android tablet is by being sure about the features and specifications that you expect to be there in your tablet.

5. What's your budget?

The cost of an Android tablet depends on the version of the Android operating system installed as well as the features offered by it. The various factors which contribute in the final price of a tablet include the operating system, features, built, design, utility as well as the size. While smaller tablets are definitely cheaper than the bigger ones, it solely depends on the user's requirements and budget.

6. Does your tablet connect to the Android market?

Sadly, not every Android powered tablet can be connected to the online Android market. This is because Google does not have much control on Android. Once a new version of Android is released to the masses, there is nothing that Google can do. But Google certainly has the control over the entire Android market. Hence, older versions of Android such as Android 2.2 and below will never connect to the Android market. No doubt some apps will be available to you, but the majority of utility apps and games will be far out of your reach.

You must be wondering about the significance of buying an Android tablet if you cannot have access to all the apps and games in the Android market. Hence, this is another important factor to be kept in mind while buying any Android powered tablet.

7. Tablets may/ may not require a data plan

All Android tablets can be either sold with Wi-Fi connectivity or with 3G/ 4G wireless data access. Often it is seen that these tablets are sold at a discount price because of their collaboration with any cellular service provider. Before investing in any Android tablet, check if you are covered under the 2 years of payment over the price for which you are buying your tablet. Also, check the amount of data that you will be provided under this plan. It is always advised to go for a plan which is expandable in future.

8. Say no to Modified Androids

Similar to the modifications brought in Android user interfaces in different devices by their manufacturers, modifications can be brought in Android tablets as well. Often manufacturers state that it is a wonderful thing, but it also has some disadvantages.

The disadvantage is that these modified versions often act differently from their real versions. This may pose a difficult situation for people using the modified version of Android. Hence, you should always go for the real and original version of Android.

Investing in the right Android tablet is surely a difficult decision to make. But once you invest in the right tablet, there will be no looking back for you.