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Power, Style & More in the Sony Xperia 1 Cell Phone

December 22, 2019 by dadofdivas Leave a Comment

Sometimes when you see a phone in the store you just have to know more. As I was walking around Best Buy this weekend, I have to say I was wowed by the new Sony Xperia 1 cell phone. As I walked by it, its sleek design drew me in but after talking to some of the knowledgeable Best Buy Associates and trying it out myself, I have to say that my first glance impression was correct, and this phone definitely is one that I would check out for yourself. Why? Let me tell you!

This phone is FAST, it is running a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor. For those of you that are not techy, that means that it has a octa-core processor and 6GB of RAM that will deliver outstanding overall performance for opening and running applications, flipping through menus and more.

The Sony Xperia 1 also is running the Android 9.0 Pie OS which adapts to you and how you want to use your phone. This is like having your own AI system which is learning your preferences as you go. This is not a static thing as the learning that happens makes your experience get better over time, and it keeps things running smoother and longer.

This phone is compatible with GSM carriers, including AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon. It also works with GSM SIM kits, including Cricket Wireless, Tracfone, Net10, H2O, AT&T Prepaid, and Simple Mobile.*

This phone is also running with 4G LTE speed that give you fast web connection for downloading apps, streaming content, and staying connected on social media.

The phone is huge! It has a 6.5″ 4K HDR OLED touch screen with 3840 x 1644 resolution which is an extra-large screen that is matched with a slim body to comfortably fit in your hand. The 21:9 extended display ensures easier multitasking and immersive viewing. Gorilla Glass 6 resists shocks and scratches.

This large screen is also matched with a 12.0MP triple-lens camera system which offers 21:9 cinema ratio, 4K HDR movie recording, and 2x optical zoom to capture details without losing quality. Also includes an 8.0MP front-facing camera for self-portraits and videos. Along with this you get a Motion that lets you capture slow-motion videos at up to 960 frames per second for staggering films as well as the BIONZ X image processing engine which offers you powerful digital image processing produces even more vivid colors and ensure contrasts are high.

As someone that loves to take pictures, all of this is amazing but the Optical SteadyShot image stabilization rocks as it is always a challenge when you think you get the best image and it is blurry and this technology keeps your images free from motion blur with SteadyShot image stabilization.

The phone also gives you plenty of space for memory with a 128GB internal memory plus microSD slot and you can even expand the storage by up to 512GB by adding a microSD card.

There is even more than this. The Best Buy Associate told me about the superior sound in this phone too. He told me that is using DSEE HX™ which improves the quality of low-resolution music files. The smart amplifier delivers a loud, rich sound through the speaker.

It also offers superior security such as allowing your fingerprint keeps your phone secure along with other safety features that keep you feeling safe.

The Sony Xperia 1 cell phone is definitely a phone I would recommend to all! If you have never seen this before and you are in the market for a phone, check this out today!

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Making Photo Editing Easy With Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020

December 12, 2019 by dadofdivas Leave a Comment

Like a good photo, some things just click – Including the most efficient photo-editing software yet. It is has never been easier to make your photos and videos look professional than with Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020. Simply put, photos are more than just moments we want to revisit, they are memories you can develop into creative keepsakes that your family will want to treasure forever.

With Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020 you can create beautiful images with photo effects, slideshows, and collages powered by the Adobe Sensei AI technology. One of the best parts of this new Photoshop is that it is made for all levels. Whether you are a beginning or an expert, this software has it all for everyone.

If you want to hone your skills you can spend quite a bit of time discovering fun things, find inspiring ideas, and learn quickly with tutorials.

In trying this new Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020 I found that it runs fast with the home screen and is easy to start any project and even finish quickly as well.

You can even automate your photo-editing process, and get a starting point for creative exploration with Adobe Sensei. Part of the autonomous aspects that you can work on includes automatically colorize photos, select a subject with one click, and even smooth skin. You can remove unwanted objects, brush on fun patterns and more to get exactly the look you want with the help of Guided Edits.

By using the you can even generate, and order over 140 photo gifts and prints, such as wall art, mugs, and phone accessories with the Prints & Gifts service.

You can easily import all of your own images and organize your creations with Adobe Sensei-powered smart tags, people recognition, and auto photo curation based on quality, faces, and subjects.

On top of all of this you can create amazing photos, clips, and memes to share on your favorite social websites, YouTube, and Vimeo

This new Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020 software is amazingly easy to use and definitely something that you definitely should try for yourself!

My Take on the new Adobe Photoshop

Get Pure Sound With The New JLab Audio: JBuds Air True Wireless Earbud Headphones

November 10, 2019 by dadofdivas Leave a Comment

JLab #1 True Wireless Air

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free

For me, I love being outdoors. I love taking a 30 minute run and getting out in fresh air, it opens my mind and allows me to gain some clarity after a crazy day. When I am out doing this though I have to say that I like to either have music or podcasts running in my ears to give me something to focus on. That being said I am always looking for headphones that will give me remarkable sound, while staying securely in my ears so I can just run and not have to worry about the headphones in any aspect.

In my last trip to Best Buy I learned about the JLab Audio – JBuds Air True Wireless Earbud Headphones. After talking to some of the great personnel at Best Buy I came to quickly realize that these are truly-wireless headphones that let you listen to your favorite tracks, so you won’t be held back by wires. This is SO important for me as when I run, wires are such a pain and simply get in the way (and half the time I get tangled up in them).

JLab #1 True Wireless Air

One of the other very cool things that I found about these headphones is that they have a rechargeable battery that gives you up to 6 hours of charge. This gives me enough time to get in my run, mow the grass and do some other outdoor chores while still being connected, which is amazing!

Because I like to use these type of headphones while working out or running I need ones that are not going to be damaged by sweat and these headphones provide protection from sweat, so you can easily wear headphones while working out. At the same time they offer you a strong Bluetooth interface which allows you the chance to quickly pair with your Bluetooth-enabled device.

JLab #1 True Wireless Air

These headphones also are designed to be in your ear so they fit securely and directs music into your ears for full, uninterrupted stereo sound.

I am very impressed by these new JLab Audio – JBuds Air True Wireless Earbud Headphones. If you are looking for a great holiday gift for an active family member I would highly recommend these as great additions for your list!

Amazing Clean Dishes With The Bosch 800 Series Dishwasher

November 1, 2019 by dadofdivas Leave a Comment

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free

My kids use a ton of dishes. They take them to their room and I have to find them myself or wait for a while until I have to have them bring them down to the kitchen en-mass. When this happens our current dishwasher has been a bit overwhelmed to say the least.

As my kids have gotten older I have found that the more work we have to do to keep up with everything. Recently I have been looking at updating our dishwasher and in a recent visit to Best Buy I started looking at dishwashers and one that stood out to me was the Bosch 800 Series dishwasher.

A few things that stood out to me with the Bosch 800 Series dishwasher was that is has a 24” width which means even more room for all of the dishes. This Dishwasher has room for up to 16 place settings. Plus, you can choose from 6 wash cycles including five-level wash, 5 options like Extra Dry, and a concealed heating element (talk about flexibility). You also get CrystalDry™ (only available in 800 Series) | The ultimate clean. The ultimate dry, including plastics.

This dishwasher also has a flexible 3rd rack that will let you add in even more! Adding the 3rd rack with its adjustable tines can create the right fit for deep, tall, or uniquely-shaped items.

The current dishwasher that we have definitely does not pull out as well as it used to when we first moved in. This Bosch 800 series offers you an EasyGlide™ rack that will load and unload smoothly. It’s easy to adjust and move the racks, even while they’re full of dishes.

On top of this the RackMatic® helps you to fit it all, every time. With 3 different height levels and up to 9 possible rack positions, you can customize each load for your needs.

One of the others things that impressed me was that it has a 24/7 Aquastop®. With the fact that we have newer hardwood floors this is so important as this feature will make sure to protect my floors. The feature is a 4-part leak prevention system uses sensors to detect and stop leaks, and can even turn on by itself.

The dishwasher that I currently have is VERY loud. We are definitely looking for a dishwasher that is super quiet. The Bosch 800 series has a 42-dBA noise level rating which allows you to wash dishes in peace. I have talked to people who own Bosch dishwashers and they continue to tell me how they are so quiet and that you have to check the exterior Infolight® to know they’re on.

The new Bosch 800 Series also offers you integrated controls that make it easy to use with simple touch technology.

I had a chance to talk to a great Best Buy employee and he shared a few other things about the Bosch 800 Series that impresses me even more!

The new Bosch 800 Series dishwasher delivers a sparkling clean and dry with advanced PrecisionWash technology and patented CrystalDry technology
With PrecisionWash, intelligent sensors continually scan and check the progress of dishes throughout the cycle, and powerful spray arms target every item of every load, for the ultimate clean.
Patented CrystalDry technology transforms moisture into heat up to 176F for the ultimate dry, even for plastics
Extremely quiet operation (42 dBA)- incorporates 18 unique sound-reducing technologies such as multiple insulation layers, grindless food filtration, and a sound absorbing base
Large interior provides the loading flexibility to easily accommodate 16 place settings, and Bosch’s largest 3rd rack- the MyWay rack provides additional loading space for cereal bowls and large utensils
Rackmatic® adjustable upper rack easily adjusts to 9 different positions, to allow taller items like stemware to fit in the middle rack while leaving room for bulky items below. The flip tines make loading wide bowls easy and ball bearing wheels provide a smooth glide
Every Bosch dishwasher is ENERGY STAR qualified and meets or exceeds federal guidelines, for year-round energy savings
Sanitize Option reduces 99.9% of bacteria with
Patented CrystalDry™ technology delivers 60% better drying results.*

*Based on aggregate average drying performance of Bosch Dishwashers with CrystalDry on combined household load including plastics, glass, steel, and porcelain as compared to Bosch Dishwashers with PureDry. Drying performance may vary by dish type.