Iphone Killer?!

So Apple is delaying the launch of the iPhone 5 in order to counter the threat from the new breed of Androids like Samsung Galaxy S 2 and HTC Sensation.

Straight outta the frying pan into the fire!

The delay has given its competitor Google sufficient time to prep its next version of its Nexus line--Nexus 4G. Google's pure version of the Android phone will possibly be released around Thanksgiving. Touted as the iPhone Killer. The new super phone comes loaded with Android 4.0, this "monster" could just chomp down Apple!

Reviews called the phone an "absolute beast". If reports are true, then the phone will arrive just after Apple releases the iPhone 5 in September at the iPod refresh event. Recent reports from some tech websites suggest September 7 as the probable date of the iPhone 5 launch.

The arrival of Nexus 4G does not bode well for Apple. Currently Apple is lagging behind the Android breed of super phones like the Samsung Galaxy S 2, HTC Sensation and Motorola Atrix which arrived on scene a few months back. Apple's current iPhone 4 looks anemic in terms of specifications when compared to these superphones. Thus, Apple has delayed the launch of iPhone 5 as the phone is in need of significant hardware changes in order to compete with these phones.

While Apple is still prepping its iPhone 5 to deal with the current Android onslaught, Google's next pure Android version, the Nexus 4G which will run on Ice Cream Sandwich or Android 4.0 will be out, just two months after the iPhone 5 launch.

Some stats about the upcoming candies

The Nexus 4G is touted to sport a 1.2GHz or 1.5GHz processor. Yowza!!! At present Samsung Galaxy S 2 and HTC Sensation already boast 1.2 GHz micro processors. Giddy up! Word has it that Apple iPhone 5 will sport the iPad 2's A5 dual-core chip. Big woop!

The Nexus 4G will also sport a large "monster-sized" screen and will not have the hardware menu buttons usually found below the screen in Android phones.  Go fig that Apple is also rumored to be fitting an edge-to-edge screen on the upcoming iPhone 5. Screenshots of two iPhones across the internet show one of the devices with edge-to-edge screens.

It is further reported that the Nexus 4G will have a 5MP rear-facing and 1MP front-facing cameras. The 5MP camera is surmised to be an advanced 5 MP sensor delivering superior low-light performance. To combat this Apple is planting an 8MP camera in the iPhone 5. Also reported that Apple will add improved flash unit in the iPhone 5 camera. Hold up wait a minute Apple fans! That's flash as in camera and not flash as in video plug in. Haha

Nexus 4G is expected to offer 1080p video capture and playback capability. A recent report confirmed that users who ran iOs 5 on iPad 2 were able to play 1080p videos. It is reported that the iPhone 5 will come loaded with iOs 5 which has raised expectations that 1080p videos can be watched on iPhone 5 as well. Touche!

Back and forth, back and forth!!!!

A little about the firmware and such...

The Nexus 4G will run on Android 4.0 but better known to most as Ice Cream Sandwich, Google's next version of Android OS which will bring the features of Honeycomb and Gingerbread together. Ice Cream Sandwich is expected to bring features like expanding and resizing widgets and apps, facial detection with the camera and will allow Android devices to be used as USB hosts so that one can plug-in keyboards, or Xbox controllers. It will additionally feature voice-guided GPS feature and Adobe Flash support. iPhone 5 will, however, counter Android 4.0 with iOs 5. iOs5 has already been launched which gives developers sufficient time to get accustomed to the OS. Thus, iPhone 5 with iOs 5 will have an early mover advantage, which also adds up as more compared to Ice Cream Sandwich.

Carrier info.....blah, blah, blah

Finally, it is rumored that the Nexus 4G will run on AT&T network (no Canadian carrier as of yet, come on Telus!) and will sport a slim form factor. And since Google has added NFC-enabled mobile payment feature Google Wallet to Nexus S, it could safely be assumed that Nexus 4G will also sport a similar feature. Apple could possibly follow and add NFC capabilities and iWallet feature to iPhone 5 but no word on those features yet.

Too little too late?

Apple strikes back!

Other rumored features which might possibly grace iPhone 5 include a larger 3.7-inch curved glass screen, SIM-less design with 3-4 internal antennas for both GSM and CDMA networks and an ultra-thin form to counter Samsung Galaxy S2's 8.5mm (0.33-inch) thickness.

iPhone Killer???? I think so

Funny Pics

Tales from the dumb side.....tech support hell

ME:Thanks for calling tech support how can I help?
CALLER:I would like you to bring me a pair of scissors to the business centre
Did I mention he was in a random hotel in LAX?
ME:Sorry sir I am unable to provide a pair of scissors for you as I am at a remote location
CALLER:Well what good is that to me?
ME:Well sir I am tech support for office supplies you may want to contact someone more local.
CALLER: Well why is there no scissors here in the business centre
ME:Possibly your location my be why, please check with the concierge of you hotel....

HE HUNG UP!

Again he was in LAX!  And he wondered why there were no scissors at an AIRPORT!

OMG!!!

Exercise For The Computer Enslaved

Its a problem for everyone, after the computer invaded our lives we spent lot of time working on them. For most office workers, being glued to their desks while typing away at their computers for an average of 10 hours a day is already a part of their normal routine.

However, sitting at the computer all day may not exactly be good for the body, as it can bring about backaches due to poor posture and eye strain, among other effects.On the other hand, being in a desk job does not have to be an ordeal for your health.

If you are one of the computer enslaved who have to be at a desk all day long, there are some simple steps that you can follow in order to improve your posture and keep your health in check.

Steps:

1. Observe the proper sitting posture in a good chair that is designed for desk work. Your back should be straight, your shoulders back, and the top of your monitor should be level with your eyes. If you have to look down or up, then you need to adjust the height of your screen. Also, make sure that your wrists do not lie on the keyboard or on the mouse pad (unless you have a pad with a wrist rest). This will help prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Keep your legs bent at the knees so that the knees are only slightly higher than your hips. Feet should be flat on the floor or on a step stool of some sort.

2. Do simple stretching exercises. Stretch your arms, legs, neck and torso while sitting. This will help prevent you from feeling stiff.

    * Neck: To stretch your neck, slowly flex your head forward/backward, side to side and look right and left. This can be done almost anytime to lessen tension and strain. Never roll your head around your neck. This could cause damage to the joints of the neck.
    * Shoulders: Roll your shoulders forward around 10 times, then backward. This helps release the tension off your shoulders.
    * Arms and Shoulders: A good stretch for your arms and shoulders is to brace your hands on the edge your desk, each about a shoulder width away from your body. Twist your hands in so they point toward your body and lean forward, hunching your shoulders. Take this a step further and push your shoulders and elbows closer to the desk.
    * Wrists: Roll your wrists regularly, around every hour or so. Roll the wrists 10 times clockwise, then 10 times counterclockwise. This will help prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome if you spend a lot of time typing.
    * Ankles: Roll your ankles regularly. As with your wrists, roll the ankles in a clockwise motion 3 times, then counterclockwise. This helps improve blood circulation, and prevents that tingling feeling you can get when blood circulation is cut off, also known as “Pins and Needles”.
    * Chest: Notice if you tend to hunch in front of the keyboard. To counter that, perform the following exercise:
    * open your arms wide as if you are going to hug someone, rotate your wrists externally (thumbs going up and back) and pull your shoulders back. This stretch is moving your body the opposite way to being hunched and you should feel a good stretch across your upper chest.
    * Abdomen: Contract your abdominal and gluteal muscles, hold them there for a few seconds, then release. Repeat this for every few minutes all day long while you are working at your desk. You can also perform Kegels (pelvic floor exercises) while sitting.
    * Calves: Stretch your calves. While sitting, lift up your legs on the balls of your feet and set them down. Repeat until your legs are comfortably tired. Repeat after about 10 minutes later, and continue doing this routine for about an hour or so. This will exercise your calves, and will help prevent blood clots from developing in your legs. Blood clots are very common among middle-aged computer users.

3. Stand up every half hour to walk around a bit. This will ensure continuous blood circulation in your arms and legs, and will keep them from getting too strained. Take walks to the water station to refill your glass. If you can afford to take longer breaks, take a short walk outside your building, and use the stairs instead of the elevator to go down. Aside from giving your legs and heart a good workout, you would be able to take in fresh air as well.

4. Give your eyes a break from focusing on your screen. Every 30 minutes or so, shift your focus from the computer screen and scan around other subjects in the room, such as a window, clock, desk, or door. This helps promote eye movement and lessens chances of eye irritation and headaches. Another technique to relax your eyes would be to rub your hands together, then place your cupped hands over your eyes.

5. Take advantage of the downtime created by rebooting or large file downloads. Get up and take short walks around your floor. If you can afford to do it and do not have many co-workers around who would be bothered, try something more ambitious such as doing a few push-ups, sit-ups, and/or jumping jacks.

6. Do exercises with the help of a few tools. Acquire a hand gripper. They are cheap, small and light. When you have to read something either on the screen or on paper, you probably won’t be needing to use your hands very often, so use this opportunity squeeze your gripper.

It is an excellent forearm workout.Acquire an elastic band (also cheap, small and light) and use it to do the actions mentioned above (i.e., when stretching your arms, do it by pulling apart the elastic band). This will stretch and work the muscles slightly.Invest in a large size stability ball or stability ball-style desk chair, and sit on it with back straight and abs firm.

You burn calories stabilizing your core and body on the ball. While an actual stability ball is more effective, the chair is a more viable option to use in an office environment. While sitting or talking on the phone, you can bounce or do basic toning exercises. Use the actual ball form in moderation when typing, as this is probably not the most supportive seating to prevent carpal tunnel and tendinitis.

7. Take a few deep breaths. To work your abdominal muscles, hold your stomach for a few seconds when breathing in, then release when breathing out. If possible, get some fresh air in your lungs by taking a walk outside, as mentioned in a previous step.

8. Have a bottle of water by your side and make a habit of drinking some every half hour. If you do this consistently you will begin to feel more alert. Take trips to your water refilling station to refill your jug or glass, so that you can also walk around and exercise your legs at the same time.

Brought to you by your local nerd.

Your welcome!

He Saw, he Learned

Later on in life he would say he learned his moves at the Zoo.

True or false? lol