Apple doesnt fall far from the Geek

So about 2 weeks ago Apple dropped the price on many new Macbook pro 13inches with the more vivid retina display found in the popular iphone/ipad simply because they were not selling.

Now my speculation is that now the good folks over at Apple inc are gaining market share in computers on Windows (roughly 90%:5%) they are expanding outside of the cultlike following they have amassed into customers more concerned with value over associated prestige that comes with ownership. While Apple computers are great machines, from a Value standpoint they really dont satisfy as much as the pricetag would lead you to believe. Hell next time you see a Mac fanatic ask them why they want(ed) one and most will typically say "Macs cant get viruses." (which is false by the way).

Customers now are cinching their belts and when going to buy a $1600 Mac vs an equivalent PC to suit/exceed their needs is a third of the cost they are left asking.. What am i getting extra? Is it truly worth 3 of my computers? Cant i get a PC, with virus protection and hardware warranty but still have plenty leftover for Microsoft Office, and accessories im gonna need? Wheres the Value?

Im no psychic, but i foresee more attempts at Apple making less expensive hardware because to be honest, they will not be able to compete amongst the plethora of similar devices on the market that are making leaps and bounds technologically while Apple gives you lackluster innovation such as SIRI the cyber friend.

Roll wit the tide or get rolled over Apple, maybe you should step back into your comfort zone and not play wit the big kids.

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Must Have Apps: Shop Savvy - Scan & Save Cash

 

 

My first step into Extreme Couponing (because I'm not about that Clip n Save Life) is Shop Savvy. At first glance its a simple Barcode scanning app that will allow you to use your phones camera and internet connection to find the price of random items further making associates in the workplace expendable (which is kinda scary in the long run) but it goes a step further to actually check all local and internet prices of that same UPC so that you can genuinely see if you are getting the best available price on a Product.

Now of course when checking the local prices keep in mind these are not guaranteed and are based off other peoples scans and editing of Pricing data so the app will not count as price verification. Also before dashing out to drive 5 miles down the road to save 20cents check to see if the store you're in has a Price Match Guarantee so you won't have to bother (You will still need to find it on the company website to verify). If the item you are seeking is something you don't need immediately and you are trying to save a few bucks the Online sites are almost always cheaper but they do also need to be shipped and that cost is not included in the scan. So Happy Shopping Folks, Go save some Cash.

 

 

The App even goes further to give you exclusive online and local deals on Products along with Reviews on Products you have scanned so that you can make informed decisions.

 

                                                          

 

For some reason the Android App seems to get more Local results than the free Apple one, but for $1.99 you can upgrade to the Premium version which I’m sure is more functional. Evil Geniuses, smh.

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I Believe I can Fly… using my iPhone

 

Its a Bird, Its a Plane, no... Its a friggin Remote Controlled Toy that uses your web enabled Apple Product as a Remote Control. Technology never ceases to amaze me. This Airplane, well more like a Flying Hover Craft, has a small 2 sq ft footprint (ridin on 24’s), 4 propellers and 2 low res color web cameras for remote viewing that it transmits to your video device in real time. I went to the store to play with it, because I'm a big kid, and of course I had to grill the associate who was actually very knowledgeable for all my Tech Geekie questions.

1) Won't web based video, even in real time, have a lag?

It'd be like Flying Drunk. I mean pilots do all the time, but they have autopilots, copilots, and fly 5miles above anything to hit... you don't.

2) Since its controlled over Wifi, how far can you realistically play with this?

I had to get 2 routers just to cover internet throughout my 1700 sq ft place and My laptop/phone can barely go 20ft outside my house with it. I gotta believe my devices have better quality wireless adapters than this toy.

3) What happens when controls are unavailable suddenly for any reason?

If you Control solely from an App on your iPhone/iPod and you get a call, text, pop up, battery dies or anything that would cause you to take hands off controls what happens to your toy? Seems like Alquedaesque results at that point.

To answers 1 and 2 she replied, "The toy comes with a hot spot CREATOR, not an adapter. So will get roughly a 150ft range in every direction." Well don't I feel like a Jackass. Each unit comes with a device that creates a dedicated Hotspot connection that only works for that Drone, so yes... It is actually better than any phone or laptop available to the public.

To answer 3, the drone actually has a built in Hover sensor that constantly keeps it at about a 3ft level . This stops it from crashing into the ground even when not being controlled. But beware because this works as soon as the device is turned on. Actually made the mistake of stepping under joking around and it shot up another 48inches and hit the ceiling. Good thing the "You Break You Buy" policy only applies to Asian establishments and Liquor stores huh? Whew. She knew her stuff though, I was impressed.

 

Check out the Official Video of it in Action. Pretty Dope Stuff

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iPhone With a Telephoto Lens

 

I guess there isn't always an App for that... but now they've gone a step further to add Hardware to turn the iPhone into a decent digital camera with an 8x Optical Zoom, That's actually a big deal for a phone. Now It’s not a Digital Zoom that eradicates the quality of the pic, but actually mirrors moving magnifying the image so you get a proper, high resolution shot of a close up image. Pretty Dope huh? 

This Lens comes with a Tripod and iPhone Clip to hold it in place while you take some intensely clear spy shots/video clips of Lords knows what. So far it only works for the 3G and 3GS models but I’m sure they will have one for the 4 soon. Happy Stalking iPhone Users. Hopefully they haven't designed a Restraining Order App Yet.

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