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typhon updated Apple iPad

typhon — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:17:26 -0500

February 25, 2010 at 3:17 pm

disagreed: "built in accelerometer for portrait and landscape modes"
disagreed: "capable of high definition media playback"
disagreed: "can run any iPhone / iPod Touch application"
disagreed: "802.11BGN (WiFi)"
disagreed: "slim and lightweight"
agreed: "no blu-ray, dvd or cd"
agreed: "Does not work with T-Mobile's 3G network as it doesn't support the 1700mhz Frequency."
agreed: "Unable to install competitive and better software even if developed"
agreed: "No third-party applications (binding to Appstore)"

typhon updated 4 products

typhon — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 12:05:44 -0500

1. updated Microsoft SideWinder X8 - February 6, 2010 at 12:05 pm

disagreed: "Always wireless no option to plug in for hardwired connection."

2. updated Logitech G9x - February 6, 2010 at 12:03 pm

disagreed: "DPI wars"

3. updated Logitech MX Revolution - February 6, 2010 at 12:03 pm

disagreed: "Smooth tracking."
agreed: "Rechargeable."
disagreed: "laser based - more accurate and less annoying than optical"
disagreed: "thumb wheel helps move between applications and documents"
disagreed: "includes a recharge station"
disagreed: "Microgear wheel is useful"
agreed: "very ergonomic design - contours perfectly to your hand"
agreed: "Every button is customizable with included software"
agreed: "Looks a million bucks"
agreed: "Scroll wheel eventually sticks, due to dirty and rubber expansion."
agreed: "800 DPI provides poorer accuracy compared to newer mice"
agreed: "quite expensive"
agreed: "Scroll wheel isn't a middle click, it goes into a free-wheeling mode. Not a "Real" Con but different."

4. updated Apple iPad - February 6, 2010 at 11:59 am

disagreed: "9.7-inch IPS multitouch capacitive touchscreen - 1024 x 768px resolution"
agreed: "capable of high definition media playback"
agreed: "802.11BGN (WiFi)"
agreed: "can run any iPhone / iPod Touch application"
disagreed: "huge 10-hour battery life (and up to a month on standby)"
disagreed: "fairly affordable - starting at $499 for the 16GB model"
disagreed: "available in 16, 32 and 64GB capacities"
agreed: "features an extremely powerful 1GHz CPU (Apple's own brand new A4) - no lag on anything"
disagreed: "built-in applications are more Mac-like than iPhone-like - including a fully featured iTunes, iPhoto, iWork, etc..."
agreed: "huge developer ecosystem so there's going to be a ton of cool apps"
disagreed: "Can use any bluetooth enabled keyboard."
disagreed: "3G can be added to any model, and every version can be had without 3G"
disagreed: "no blu-ray, dvd or cd"
agreed: "no blu-ray, dvd or cd"
agreed: "No USB support"
agreed: "on-screen keyboard doesn't compare to a real keyboard, such as those found on a netbook"
agreed: "Large annoying bezel around screen. Wasted screen."
agreed: "Stuck with At&t service once again. At least you can't drop calls on your iPad."
agreed: "too large to be pocketable"
agreed: "As book reader it's no a real i-ink technology device."
agreed: "As book reader it's no a real i-ink technology device."
agreed: "poor battery life if used for an ebook reader compared to the competition"
agreed: "poor 1024x768 VGA output using dock adapter cables"
agreed: "poor 1024x768 VGA output using dock adapter cables"
agreed: "4:3 aspect ratio screen is poor for watching widescreen movies"
agreed: "no replaceable battery"
agreed: "no HDMI output"
agreed: "no SD/SDHC card reader"
agreed: "requires being "tethered" to a computer, similar to iPhone/iPod"
agreed: "aesthetic closely resembles an oversized iPhone with a large bezel "
agreed: "you know that versions 2 and 3 are going to be WAY better"
agreed: "cannot run full O/S applications, such as those found on laptops/netbooks"
agreed: "adding 3G to any model costs $130"
agreed: "no camera"
agreed: "no multitasking functionality"
agreed: "no Flash"

typhon updated 3 products

typhon — Tue, 19 May 2009 06:52:05 -0400

1. updated LG 60PS80 - May 19, 2009 at 6:52 am

disagreed: "THX certified"
disagreed: "1080p, 600Hz"
disagreed: "massive size"

2. updated Samsung Plasma Series 8 - May 19, 2009 at 6:51 am

chose LG 55LHX over Samsung Plasma Series 8
chose Panasonic VIERA Z1 Series over Samsung Plasma Series 8
disagreed: "Extremely thin design looks great "
disagreed: "Very deep blacks "
disagreed: "Lower power consumption than 2008 models (by up to 40%) "
disagreed: "Reduced glare compared to 2008 models "
disagreed: "Internet connection improved"
agreed: "Good price and quality"
agreed: "+ "
agreed: "Taking longer to release than other sets "
agreed: "58" is the largest size "
agreed: "58" is the largest size "
agreed: "Blacks aren't as good as top end Pioneer Kuros "

3. updated Panasonic VIERA G10 Series - May 19, 2009 at 6:49 am

agreed: "DVI Input"
disagreed: "SD processing capabilities (upscaling, deinterlacing) is lacking "

typhon updated 2 products

typhon — Sat, 02 May 2009 16:53:19 -0400

1. updated Panasonic VIERA G10 Series - May 2, 2009 at 4:53 pm

agreed: "SD processing capabilities (upscaling, deinterlacing) is lacking "
agreed: "Relatively high-end, but still good value for the money "
agreed: "Very good shadow detail "
agreed: "Fantastic color reproduction when calibrated properly "
agreed: "THX certified"
agreed: "good variety of sizes"
agreed: "1080p, 600Hz"
agreed: "1080p, 600Hz"
agreed: "the same as the more expensive V10 line, only thicker (2")"
agreed: "improved blacks and contrast over previous generations"
chose Panasonic VIERA G10 Series over Samsung Plasma Series 8

2. updated Samsung Plasma Series 6 (2009) - May 2, 2009 at 4:41 pm

chose Panasonic VIERA V10 Series over Samsung Plasma Series 6 (2009)

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typhon — Sat, 02 May 2009 16:41:02 -0400

May 2, 2009 at 4:41 pm