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Amazing iOS Features that will Benefit your Business

Apple has announced several revolutionary measures stretching across enterprise IT, developer and consumer spheres.

Among the features is an interesting one known as continuity. This feature allows you to start a given activity on one device and complete it on another. This means you can start working on a document on your iPad and finish it on a Windows PC. Any changes made from one of your devices are replicated on all the others.

Other interesting features are he HomeKit and HealthKit platforms which depend on a range of technologies to incorporate personal data and functionality, that is, your health and your home. Although both do not have an instant enterprise impact, both make iOS devices, such as an iPhone, more personal than they have been in the past.

The incorporation of the HomeKit and the HealthKit, though largely accepted, have their own fair share of concerns. For instance, users are more concerned on what information IT professionals or employees can access or see on a managed device. In view of this concern, Apple has designed features that protect user privacy as they have done with iOS 7. In addition, with iOS 8, the policy has to change from full wiping to wiping only the corporate data. This will prevent wiping off of the user’s personal data.

The introduction of Mail Drop and iCloud Drive is big news to OS X, the iCloud interface, and iOS. The Mail Drop is a welcome addition to iCloud as it has the ability to load huge attachments automatically into your iCloud account.

Other features that you stand to enjoy with the new iOS 8 include AirDrop, Auto-Hotspot, iOS app extensions, and Markup, among others.

Apple currently dominated the enterprise mobility space and it seems it will remain so for a long time to come.

June 13, 2016
The X900C Sony 4K Ultra-thin Android TV Now Available For Pre-order
Dust has barely settled after Sony launched their super HQ-resolution 4K televisions in April and yet they are back in the market with a new offering – the Sony 4K Android TV X900C.

The TV comes in 65-inchs and 55-inches. The TV also boasts a Touchpad remote control, 2,160p (4) resolution, 4 X HDMI inputs and 3 X USB 2.0 ports, as well as Motionflow technology (Sony’s term for its interpolated frames and 120Hz frame rate that makes the motion pictures to move smoothly).

Though Android TVs are no longer jaw-dropping since we have seen a couple of them in the market, the X900C still manages to capture our attention as it is a great combination of Android TV and 4K tech.

The X900C TV sets are available for pre-order with the 55-inch version set to cost $2,500 while the 65-inch will cost $3,999. They are to hit the retailers on July 19^th, 2015.

Highlights:
- HD is upscaled to impressive 4K Ultra HD1,2
- Streaming 4K Ultra HD is enhanced for improved clarity2,3
- Brilliant, expanded color with TRILUMINOS display
- Ultra-thin floating style shows all picture with no bezel
- Android TV with Google Cast, voice search & Play Store apps4
- Stream PS3 games directly to your TV5
- Skip the menu and access the top video services fast
- Precise motion clarity with Motionflow XR 960
July 2, 2015
First Batch of Apple’s HomeKit IoT Accessories now Available

True to their word, the first batch of Apple’s HomeKit compatible accessories has been released. Just last month we heard of the possibility of Apple releasing the much awaited HomeKit accessories in June and they have not disappointed.

For those of you who might be hearing of Apple’s HomeKit for the first time, then you need to know that this tech allows you to control any compatible connected sensors, plugs, thermostats, lights and many more functions using your iPhone or other iOS device.

Currently, there are 5 home automation accessories that work with HomeKit and we have discussed each of them below.

Originally appeared on What’s On iPhone. Read the full article.

June 3, 2015
shomi is Coming to All Canadians this Summer

Canada, make room on your couch and time in your schedule – shomi is moving in! Following a successful beta launch in November 2014 to Rogers and Shaw Internet or cable customers, shomi is now coming to all Canadians across the country this summer.

The comapny is moving in and unpacking “great stuff” to watch – including exclusive series not available on other streaming services, celebrated Canadian content, human-curated collections, plus fun kids and family programming.

shomi has exclusive content deals for some of the most buzz-worthy TV series being produced today. Canadian exclusives such as Golden Globe-winner Transparent, Mozart in the Jungle, and Catastrophe; exclusive day-and-date releases of hot new series including iZombie and multiple award-winning Jane The Virgin; top-notch Canadian content including Vikings, Rookie Blue, and Mr. D; and past-seasons of some of the most popular shows on television, featuring Modern Family and Sons of Anarchy – these are just a few of the series that are coming this summer with shomi.

Beyond TV binges, shomi offers hand-picked movie favourites plus great kids-and-family content, including Thomas and Friends, Blue’s Clues, Johnny Test, Scooby Doo, and Boy Meets World.

shomi is accessible across the variety of platforms – tablet, mobile, online, Xbox 360, Apple TV, Chromecast, as well as set-top boxes for Rogers and Shaw TV subscribers; the service is also on offer to other distributors.

May 28, 2015
4SeTV Streaming Device Brings Four-in-One Viewing Experience to Big Screen TVs, Tablets and Smartphones
A new TV streaming device from 4SeTV lets you watch any four live television shows at once on a tablet, smartphone or TV. Alternatively, up to four people can view an individual live show of their choice on four different devices, at the same time.

Built on patent pending technology, 4SeTV uses over-the-air broadcasting and streams the HD content you want to see to your connected devices in your home network. It is said to be the first-ever device that lets you select and watch four channels on the same screen.

4SeTV hooks up to your HDTV antenna and connects to your router with an Ethernet cable. From there, simply switch the box on and go, at the push of a button.

How it works:
- Content is broadcast (i.e. free HDTV content over-the-air, clear QAM)
- It is captured by an antenna and relayed to the 4SeTV device
- Broadcast content is captured by the 4SeTV device
- 4SeTV streams the content to connected devices in your home network (smartphones, tablets and TVs)
4SeTV is now at the production unit stage and conducted live demonstrations of its device at the Showstoppers media event held yesterday at the NAB show in Las Vegas.

4SeTV is available for pre-order on Kickstarter and is priced at $99 for early adopters. The first units are slated to ship in August.
April 13, 2015
Best Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals in Electronics
Black Friday is here and it comes with awesome deals. If you’ve been looking for a way to cut right through the mess and to the best deals then you’ve come to the right place. You need to keep in mind that Black Friday deals won’t be up for long and some of them are actually limited to Friday. This means that you have to be quick and aggressive so as to bag the best deals. That said, here are our top 10 Black Friday electronics deals this year.
- Sony 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV – $1498.00 (50% off)
Enhance your TV watching experience with the Sony XBR55X850B 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV. This new TV features 120Hz refresh rate, LED backlight, smart functions such as Internet browser, Twitter, Skype, 3 USB, 4 HDMI and MHL. The TV also comes with various accessories including two 3D glasses, IR blaster, a remote, and touchpad remote control.

It retails at $1,498.00 and you get to save 50% off the original price.
- Jabra FREEWAY Bluetooth Speakerphone – $49.99 (62% off)
The Jabra FREEWAY Bluetooth Speakerphone is a revolutionary car speakerphone with crisp and rich sound from 3 speakers and a virtual surround sound. You can use it to take and make calls completely hands-free, and it will even announce the name of the caller. It also features A2DP streaming for music playback and GPS directions. The FM transmitter sends calls and music from your mobile phone to the car radio. It also comes with noise reduction technology and advanced multiuse for Bluetooth connections.

Get 62% off and buy it for only $49.99.
- Optoma Projector with HDMI – $899.00 (64% off)
Get 64% off the Optoma HD25-LV Projector with HDMI, which delivers high-quality and high-resolution home theatre experience. It features sharp and visually stunning image quality thanks to its use of the 1080p resolution. It also comes with full 3D compatibility and in-built SRS WOW HD Surround Sound for exceptional sound quality and rich deep bass.

This projector retails at $899.00.
- Samsung 55-Inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV – $797.99 (43% 0ff)
The Samsung UN55H6350 55-Inch 1080p 120Hz is one of a kind smart LED TV. It features a minimalist design and offers top-of-the-class smart TV suite with more content than most TVs. This TV also comes with out-of-this-world picture quality with excellent processing, accurate color, and nice-bright-room.

This TV was previously selling at $1,399.99, but with the 43% discount you can now own it for $797.99.
- Bose Digital Home Theater Speaker System – 345.95 (42% off)
This Black Friday you can save up to 42% off this beautifully crafted and high-quality Bose CineMate GS Series II Digital Home Theater Speaker System. This 2.1-channel speaker has been specifically designed to enhance audio from video sources, including your TV. The home theater features a simplified setup that makes connections a breeze. It also features improved digital acoustic and gemstone speakers.

This home theater system retails at $349.95.
- Seiki 39-Inch 720p 60Hz LED TV – $209.99 (58% off)
You get to save 58% when you purchase this 39-inch Seiki SE39HE02 720p LED TV. This TV comes with 60Hz refresh rate, Edge-Lit LED backlight, 1 VGA, 3 HDMI, and 1 USB. The TV dimensions without the stand are 34.78” x 21.52” x 9.78” while with stand it is 34.78” x 20.21″ x 2.87”.

This is a great TV to own and it retails at $209.99.
- Infinity Three-way dual 6-1/2-Inch Speaker – $179.40 (46% off)
Get up to 70% off on the Infinity Primus Three-way dual 6-1/2-Inch Speaker. This high-quality speaker allows you to experience home entertainment at a new level of realism and clarity, featuring 5-way binding posts, MMD hi-frequency, mid-range, and low-frequency drivers. With the low resonance enclosures and Primus P363BK’s Metal Matrix Diaphragm technology you can now hear the music exactly the way it was recorded without any alterations.

This speaker is retailing at $179.40.
- Samsung Blu-Ray Disc Player – $47.99 (52% off)
Multiply your entertainment with the Samsung BD-H5100 Blu-Ray Disc Player. This new player comes with HD Upconversion and improved picture quality. You can also use it to stream shows and movies with instant access to entertainment thanks to its myriad of in-built apps.

This disc player retails at $47.99 and thus saves you 52% off the original price.
- VIZIO 60-inch 1080p Smart LED TV – $1049.99 (48% off)
Save up to 48% off with the VIZIO M602i-B3 60-inch 1080p Smart LED TV. This is not your normal TV as if features Full-Array LED backlight that helps with the distribution of LED light behind the entire screen, which helps in delivering superior picture performance and light uniformity. The TV also comes with VIZIO Internet Apps Plus that allows you to instantly enjoy the latest TV shows, hit movies, and music. Other functions that you will absolutely love include active pixel tuning, clear 720 action, and 32 active LED zones.

It retails at $998.00.
- Panasonic Smart Wi-Fi 3D Blu-ray Player – $54.99 (58% off)
Save 58% off the original price with the Panasonic DMP-BDT225 Smart Wi-Fi 3D Blu-ray Player. This is a true smart device with web browsing capability, miracast that allows you to share and see smartphone content, fast loading of Blu-ray discs and in-built Wi-Fi.

This device retails at $54.99.
November 28, 2014
LG Curved Ultra HD 4K OLED TVs Finding Their way to US

After the showcasing of the Curved Ultra HD 4K OLED TV at IFA 2014, LG is this week showcasing it once more at CEDIA Expo. However, this time round it is bringing good news – the 65-inch model will be available in the market in October, while the 77-inch model will be available in November.

Before IFA, LG had introduced the 65EC9700 and the 77EG900, the two TVs that attempt to join two TV markets: the 4K OLED and the curved screens displays. Curved TV screens are relatively new in the market but they are already turning heads and getting good sales.

While the OLED technology is not new in the market, LG’s giant TV screen is the first of its kind bearing an Ultra HD resolution.

LG is also flaunting its WRGB, the “W” meaning a fourth white subpixel. This is in addition to the common green, red, and blue. This increases the TV’s brightness, which is quite useful having in mind that the OLED has no backlighting.

The OLED displays are also considerably thinner than the LCDs, thus giving LG’s displays both curves and thinness. In addition to the pixel densities and the attractive outward appearance, these TVs are smart TVs as they have WebOS on the metal.

The 65-inch 65EC9700 will be going for $9,999, while the 77-inch 77EG9700 will be retailing at $24,999.

While the 65-inch model will be available nationwide, the 77-inch TV set will be available in selected retailers.

October 9, 2014
Vizio’s New P-Series Ultra HD TVs now up for Grabs

It is now official: Vizio’s P-Series TVs are available after the company showcased them at CES 2014. The new TVs come in a variety of screen sizes, including 50, 55, 60, 65, and 70 inches. The price ranges from $999.99 to $2,499.99.

The P-Series come with the VIA Plus smart TV abilities and also have a full-array LED backlighting that provides great light uniformity together with local dimming abilities.

The new UHD TVs have been designed to offer users with unparalleled UHD streaming and “best-in-class picture quality that delivers true 4K performance.”

Besides the high quality pictures, the P-Series also offers users interested in quick moving content or sports with the Vizio’s Clear Action Rate 960. The 960 allows users to enjoy “smooth, crisp” pictures and it also comes with “superior motion clarity” when watching fast moving scenes.

The Active Pixel Tuning and Advanced Color Management also enhance the images.

The P-Series also comes with V6 six-core processor that is comprised of a dual-core CPU and a quad-core GPU. Vizio has also added the VM50 to ensure users get the high quality pictures.

You can now pre-order the P-Series at Vizio.com. The TVs will son be available at retailers, including Amazon, Costco, Walmart, Best Buy, and Target among others.

October 3, 2014
IFA 2014: Samsung To Incorporate Netflix and Amazon 4K Ultra HD TV Apps

Samsung are partnering up with Netflix, Amazon, Maxdome, Chili, and Wuaki.tv with the intent of incorporating loads of 4K Ultra HD content to their smart TVs. The South Korean electronics giant is expected to launch Amazon’s Ultra HD service in October. Meanwhile, Netflix’s 4K app is going to be stretched to Europe later this year, making a debut with “House of Cards”, the political drama.

Samsung also reinforced its cooperation with major European content partners, including maxdome, Wuaki.tv, and CHILI “to secure more UHD content to work towards a more robust UHD ecosystem.”

According to the visual display’s executive vice president at Samsung’s electronics, Won Jin Lee, the UHD era has begun making it important to provide customers with more options as far as the UHD content goes. This will help in continuing the widespread adoption of UHD content. Won further added that Samsung offers its consumers with a wider range of UHD content for them to enjoy on their immersive Curved Ultra HD TVs.

This is definitely not Samsung’s first venture into the 4K UHD content market. Prior to World Cup, Samsung partnered up with Portugal Telecom and with RTP, the Portuguese broadcaster to show live warm-up matches employing the MEO content service on 4K TVs across the world.

The next big step for the excellent quality TV revolution is to come up with a secure UHD content distribution solution with the SCSA (Secure Content Storage Association). Samsung is working with SCSA’s founding partners including Warner Bros, 20th Century Fox, Western Digital, and ScanDisk and have sprung a 500GB external hard drive which is pre-loaded with 40 tiles having 4K picture quality that includes ‘life of Pi’ and ‘ Star Trek Into Darkness’.

September 4, 2014
Live HD streaming of Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks from NY promises to be a spectacular show

This year, the 38th Annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks returns to the East River and lights up the night from one of New York’s most famous landmarks—the Brooklyn Bridge! You can watch it live on NBC at 8 pm EST!

The event’s performers includes Enrique Iglesias, Zac Brown Band, country music superstars Hunter Hayes and Miranda Lambert, as well as chart-toppers Ariana Grande and Lionel Richie.

The two-hour special is hosted by Nick Cannon of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent.”

Since 1976, Macy’s Fireworks have grown in scale and artistry as they burst to life over many of New York City’s waterways and neighbourhoods. Incorporating landmarks and milestones is a Macy’s Fireworks signature.

Macy’s last showcased the Brooklyn Bridge in its fireworks spectacle in 1995. This year’s creative presentation of the bridge’s renowned architecture will reach new heights of imagination during the 25-minute display.

The telecast is a production of Universal Television in association with Macy’s. It is produced by Brad Lachman Productions, with Lachman serving as executive producer. Bill Bracken is producer.

The event will air Friday, July 4 (8-10 p.m. ET/PT) with an encore presentation at 10 p.m. highlighting the second hour of the special.

You can watch the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks live here.

July 4, 2014