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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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In-store: Why the Brick and Mortar Experience Is Best for Smartphones

June 22, 2018 by dadofdivas Leave a Comment

Sometimes it seems like Amazon has taken over the world. It started out as a bookstore. But it really found its niche among tech geeks looking to buy random gadgets during the decline and ultimate demise of Radio Shack.

Now, It is the everything store, for everyone, everywhere. There has never been a retail phenomenon quite like it. Yet despite its undeniable success, it is still not the best way to shop for everything you need.

There are good and obvious reasons why you would still want to shop for shoes and clothes at local retail stores. Your computer monitor will never get the colors just right. Besides, the color you click on may not be the color that ships.

Then there is texture. You can’t tell how a garment feels to the touch by looking at a digital image. And we all know that sizes are not an exact predictor of how something will fit. It may be your size. But for reasons of cut and style, it still may not fit.

Buying a smartphone and things related to smartphones are more like apparel than you might think. Here are some of the reasons it is best to do your smartphone purchasing IRL rather than online:

Fit and Finish

You only need to visit your nearest AT&T store to understand why local retail is better for purchasing smartphones than doing so online. For starters, you get a true sense of the fit and finish of the device.

You can’t tell how a smartphone fits in your hand until you hold it. Will your thumb reach the top of the screen? Can you use it one-handed? Does that edge annoy you because it is sharper than it looked in the pictures? You will never know the answers to these questions without physically handling the device.

There is also the matter of getting answers to questions before you buy. No one is going to answer your sales questions when you buy online. Smartphones are very complicated. And it is natural to have questions before you buy. It is a little like buying a car these days. With something as involved as a smartphone with its technology and payment plans, you are much better off in store.

Feast Your Eyes

Remember all that fuss over the Pixel II XL’s substandard screen? Some people were frightened away from that phone because of the coverage. They never saw it for themselves. Many who saw it in person decided that it wasn’t so bad after all. Others made a decision based on a side-by-side comparison with other phones. None of this is possible online.

There is also the matter of fashion. We may not choose a smartphone entirely for fashion reasons. But it is still one of the big ones. 75% of smartphone users put a case on their phone. The biggest percentage of case users are iPhone owners.

You want to see how a case fits, looks, and feels on your smartphone. These things cannot be fully determined by online photos, videos, or testimonials. You want to buy your accessories in the store for much the same reason you buy pants in the store.

On the Spot Repairs

Under no circumstances is it better to send your smartphone to some unknown location for repair. There are many manufacturers that handle repairs this way exclusively.

But if you have an iPhone and live near an Apple Store, there is nothing better than being able to walk in and have someone look at your device, make a decision about how to proceed, and fix it right there on the spot, or give you a new one.

Don’t let your mobile mishap story end in dissatisfaction after two weeks of sending it back and forth in the mail to some company that never has to look you in the eye. When it comes to repairs, it is always better in person.

As long as smartphones are a thing, there will be a need for local retail outlets. You will always need hands-on time to determine fit and finish physical access to fashion accessories, and the peace of mind of same-day repairs.

Huawei Honor 8 Unlocked Smartphone Exclusively at Best Buy

August 29, 2016 by dadofdivas Leave a Comment

The Huawei Honor 8 Unlocked Smartphone

When it comes to having a cell phone one of the things that can be frustrating is being locked into a phone that is set on only to specific network networks and carriers. With the new Huawei Honor 8 unlocked smartphone you have the power to push culture forward. That’s why Honor created a phone for you — the new Honor 8. It’s the smartphone that opens your eyes to a world of possibilities. which is available exclusively from Best Buy gives you freedom to be able take control of your network and your phone.

With the Huawei (wah-way) Honor 8 unlocked smartphone you are not locked into a contract meaning they can help you save money on your monthly bill, they allow flexibility with carriers, and are great for international travel. Want to learn more? Checkout Best Buy’s quick educational video on unlocked phones .

For the Huawei Honor 8, at Best Buy they offer the Blue Sapphire color exclusively. The innovative bionic 12MP dual lenses of the Honor 8 enable you to capture crisper, more detailed photos day and night and the premium, slick body of the Honor 8 is made with heavy dual glass—front and back which offers you security of mind for the integrity of the device. On top of this the Honor 8 offers Smart Power 4.0 which guarantees a long-lasting battery life and fast-charging technology and charges to 47% power in just 30 minutes. In the end the Honor 8 provides you with a beautiful design, game-changing camera technology, and maximum power – everything that I know that I am looking for in a smart phone!

Features of the Honor 8:

Bionic 12 MP Dual Lens Camera
- Dual 12MP lenses, RGB + monochrome to bring the vivid color and crisper details at the same time.
- Hybrid Auto-focus: Contrast focusing, Laser Focusing and depth focusing working collaboratively to realize faster focusing and enhance the photo quality in various light conditions, no matter low light or high contrast conditions.
- Dedicated Depth ISP for precise depth focusing
- Professional Mode: Wide aperture photos ensure Bokeh effect, achieve the same effect as SLR, super night mode makes
- 8M large pixel(1.4um) wide-angle Front facing camera enables perfect selfies
- World’s 1st Wide Aperture Smartphone Camera with Instant Preview
3D Fingerprint Sonsor with Smart Key
- New Generation Fingerprint Algorithm for higher security
- Level 4 security detecting your fingerprint’s ridge flow, ridge formation, ridge path deviation and 3D ridge depth
- Fast & Convenient on the back of the device
- A smart key to apps that allows quick access to your favorite apps and day-to-day tasks
3000mAh 50% Charge in 30 Min
- Long Lasting 3000mAh Low Power 16nm FinFET Plus Chipset can give you up to
  - 12 Hours of HD video, 4 hours of 4g browsing, 20 hours of 3g calling or 56 hours of music.
Sim lock free
- Feel free to move between carriers’ networks
- No Contract, Factory Unlocked
- Honor 8 supports US major carriers’ GSM/UMTS/4G LTE networks

OFFER

Free $50 Best Buy Gift Card when you purchase the Huawei Honor 8 unlocked smartphone at Best Buy

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Up Your Game in Business With This Amazing Phone Case

June 16, 2016 by dadofdivas Leave a Comment

Up Your Game in Business With This Amazing Phone Case

As a professional I am always looking for things that will make my life more efficient. Recently I just found a new phone case that will revolutionize what you think of hen you think of a phone case!

Expand your phone’s features with the OtterBox uniVERSE Case System.

If you have read this blog in the past you know that I love technology but you may also not know that I am trying to balance many things to stay on top of things and to stay engaged as a father and a professional. For me, less is more so having something with interchangeable parts makes my life even better!

Expand your phone’s features with the OtterBox uniVERSE Case System.

I currently rely on Otterbox for my own cell phone and the new Otterbox – Universe Series is their newest case and being a case that I know and I trust it was one I was excited about too. This new case is currently available for iPhone 6/6s and iPhone 6 Plus/6s Plus, and in black and snowcapped. The nice thing is that Otterbox is offering a number of modules for this already and it seems that this will only expand in the future.

The case has a slotted rail under its removable accent place. This allows you to attach and swap modules without removing your case.

Expand your phone’s features with the OtterBox uniVERSE Case System.

Current OtterBox uniVERSE Case System modules:

Square contactless & chip reader (accept credit cards on the go)
Olloclip (4-in-1 lens kit to make your camera pro)
Polar Pro (power pack battery)
Seek Thermal (thermal camera)
Steelie (vent mount for the car)
Sandisk (flash drive)

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ZTE Maven Offers Power In A Small Package!

October 14, 2015 by dadofdivas 1 Comment

Having a phone that does not hold you hostage but instead gives you the freedom to talk on the go where you want when you want is exacly what I am looking for both personally and professionally. I hate being ties into a contract, but have been a bit shy about the idea of a non-contract go-phone in the past. Why? I really do not know. Maybe I thought it would be a lot more expensive.

ZTE USA, the fourth largest phone manufacturer in the U.S. and second largest in the no-contract market, recently released the ZTE Maven as a way to provide an affordable smartphone for their own wireless network. The ZTE Maven has stepped into this void and for me, who uses AT&T, it only costs $59.99, which is very reasonable for a smartphone and is available at all the the AT&T retail stores as well as at Walmart on at www.att.com.

The ZTE Maven is also a device that can be activated on both AT&T postpaid and GoPhone prepaid service!

I had the chance to try out the ZTE Maven over the last few weeks and I wanted to share this with all of you! The ZTE Maven is small in size but very powerful. I loved how easy it was to setup and to pair with bluetooth devices I had set in the past. Outside of this I was able to easily transition form my existing phone to this and the SIM card was the same size so it was even easier to try too. The AT&T service worked well and I have gotten a great signal in many different parts of the country which is even better. Best of all though so far was the battery strength of the phone. This phone really holds its’ charge and I found that I could actually use the phone extensively and the battery would last more than a day which is so much better than my existing phone!

The ZTE Maven also was fast and could handle a lot of tasks at once. It has a powerful 1.2 GHz Qualcomm quad-core processor which allows you to get really fast speeds streaming, downloading, and surfing online.

I also love to take pictures and the ZTE Maven has a great 5 MP rear-facing camera and VGA front-facing camera that will help you capture your adventures.

All-in-all I have been really impressed with the ZTE Maven and think you will be too!

I also wanted to share with you that while I did not try out the ZTE Sonata 2, ZTE USA also released this great new phone which is available with Cricket Wireless online at www.cricketwireless.com and in select Cricket Wireless retail stores nationwide for $29.99 with new line activation or with an eligible upgrade.

The Sonata 2 has been upgraded with more talk time and new looks. Fun meets function with a selfie shortcut button, a 5 MP rear camera with LED flash and 4x zoom, and a 2 MP front-facing camera. With 32GB of expandable storage (MicroSD card sold separately), 1.2GHz Qualcomm dual-core processor, 4G speeds, and plenty of battery, this phone will not slow you down or hold you back this summer.

About ZTE USA

ZTE USA (www.zteusa.com), headquartered in Richardson, Texas, is a subsidiary of ZTE Corporation, a global provider of mobile devices, telecommunication systems, and enterprise solutions. Operating since 1998, ZTE USA is dedicated to making cost-efficient, quality communication technology accessible to all. ZTE is ranked by independent industry analysts as the fourth-largest supplier of mobile devices in the U.S. overall, and second-largest supplier of prepaid devices.

Visit ZTE USA at www.zteusa.com on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ZTEUSA, Twitterhttps://twitter.com/ZTE_USA, and on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/ZTEUSAInc.

Giveaway

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ZTE Maven Phone Giveaway

Winner must be a resident of the U.S.

Winners are chosen at random, if you want all your chances counted, make sure you leave individual comments, not all of them in one!

Winner has 48 hours to contact me or another name will be chosen.

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YOPO Mobile 3 in 1 Camera Clip-On Lens Is Easy & Provides Amazing Pictures!

June 13, 2015 by dadofdivas Leave a Comment

Three Great Lenses for Awesome Mobile Photography

As a photographer, there are times when I am on the go and may not have all of my camera equipment with me. However, I do have my cell phone with me. With so many cell phones now having such high resolution lenses, I have always thought how nice it would be to have a cell phone that had the ability to either have multiple lens attachments, or have a lens with more zoom capabilities.

While the technology is not there for that (at least not that I have found yet), has developed this great new accessory that can be used with Smart phones, iPhone, iPad, iPod, and Android tablets. The idea with this is that you have a clip on device with a lens holder at the end. You then can screw in the lens at the end. The comes with three lenses: A wide angle lens that expands the native viewing angle by 4X,it can enlarge 75 percent of the vision; A Macro lens and a Fish-eye lens. One thing to note: the macro and fish eye lens are screwed together,which used for fish-eye function. while the small lens that print Macro is macro lens (so do not be alarmed when you find only two lenses in the box – or so it seems).

I tried out all of the lenses and found them to be powerful. I did find that you do need to get very close to get a great macro shot. The people at YOPO say that you should keep 1cm distance from the shooting object as if you are too far away the object being photographed will lose its’ definition.

Contents:

1 x Fish Eye Lens: Approximately 180 Degree field-of-view, screw on to the macro lens as a precision setWorks like an ultra-wide angle lens. With it, your phone lens will capture rounded images instead of square ones.

1 x Wide Angle lens lens: Expands the native viewing angle by 4X.the maxium angle:140 degree high quality technical image effect.

1 x Macro lens? The macro incredible focal distance of 1/2″(13mm) for some amazing 10X marco shots.
Package included:

1x Super Wide Lens

1x Fisheye Lens

1x Macro Lens

1x Lens Clip

1x Cleaning Cloth Bag

If you love photography as I do and taking pictures with your cell phone, the was a great accessory that will really change the type of pictures that you can now capture online!

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Finding a Superior Cell Phone With The New LG G4

June 10, 2015 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

There are so many things to look for and consider when it comes to cell phones and cell phone carriers. When it comes to this I know I have considered in the past, look, style, features and more. The phone that I have is a few years old, so I have been looking into new phone options. On a recent trip to Best Buy, I decided to give a few phones a try and I thought I would talk about one of the phones that stood out to me.

I knew that I was looking for a smartphone that was lightweight, sleek, and filled with a ton of great new technology. While I had not had an LG Phone in a number of years, in speaking with one of the Best Buy representatives, he let me know about the new LG G4 Smartphone, so I decided to give it a test drive.

At first glance I have to say that the new LG G4 Smartphone was lightweight and thin. It also had a very sleek style and looked very clean and professional. The phone fits in the palm of your hand and has a slight curve in the design so that it fits well in your hand as well.

Outside of appearance itself, the display was amazingly clear and had a huge display. In looking at the features, it stated that the screen was a huge, 5.5 inches, and I could easily see that! The LG G4 was so much larger than what I have in my current phone which allows you to have so much more depth in vision & scope when it comes to staying connected.

As you know, I love taking pictures, but I do not always want to take the camera along with me, so having a cellular phone that I can use that produces is important to me! The LG G4 takes some great images. It has a f/1.8 aperture which really gives you some amazing performance in low light settings. Also, it offers manual mode and more camera options than I have ever seen on a phone before. These settings are a photographers dream and allow you to really adjust the camera to work with you to capture the image that you want. I found that the camera focused at a much higher rate than my current phone and upon further research and questioning, I found that it had a Laser Auto Focus feature which helps to fix this issue normally found in cell phone cameras (Great job LG). You get all of this and 16MP images from the front and 8MP images from the back and even lets you shoot RAW images (not bad for a cell phone!).

I also tried out the audio features o this phone and was quite impressed with how great it sounds – and I think you will be too!

Best of all I found out that right now there is a guaranteed $100 Best Buy© Gift Card when you purchase the . I always love a great deal, so this is perfect!

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The Samsung Galaxy Note 2 is So Much More Than Just a Phone

January 8, 2013 by dadofdivas 1 Comment

About the Phone

T-Mobile’s most powerful device, the Samsung GalaxyNote II combines a fast 1.6GHz Exynos quad-core processor, large HD screen and exclusive gaming features, giving T-Mobile customers an amazing 4G experience and superior value through T-Mobile’s nationwide network. The device features T-Mobile’s largest smartphone screen – a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED® HD screen – for an enhanced entertainment experience and improved productivity while using the device. The GalaxyNote II is T-Mobile’s first smartphone shipping with Android 4.1 Jelly Bean. Additionally, the Note II will be optimized to interact with a MOGA Bluetooth controller, bringing an immersive, console-quality gaming experience to the palms of T-Mobile customers’ hands. Value Plan: $249.99 out of pocket down payment and 20 equal payments of $20 per month with a two year service agreement on qualifying voice and data plans. Classic Plan: $369.99 with a two-year service agreement on qualifying voice and data plans

The MOGA™ Mobile Gaming System will be available at www.T-Mobile.com for $49.99 and will be in select T-Mobile retail stores on 11/14.

Awesome Power. Larger Screen

Gamers, prepare to be blown away by the stunning detail and power of the 1.6 GHz quad-core processor. Play games like the preloaded Need for Speed™ Most Wanted from EA on the huge 5.5-inch HD Super AMOLED™ display, or play on your compatible big screen TV with All-Share Cast.^*

S Pen With Air View – do more with your day

Turn creativity and productivity up a notch with the innovative S Pen with Air View. Now you can hover the S Pen to preview email, photos, and videos. Or use the S Pen to jot down directions, write personal notes on pictures, and note a bright idea virtually whenever it strikes you.

Google Now – information right when you need it

Get the information you need right when you need it without even asking. That’s the fast, smart, and predictive search power of Google Now; preloaded with the latest Android™ 4.1 Jelly Bean OS on your Galaxy Note 2.

8 MP Camera – Capture the magic with just one word

With the voice-activated shutter, just say “cheese” and bright, beautiful pictures are yours. In Burst Mode, you can shoot rapid-fire pictures and choose the perfect one. And with High Dynamic Range (HDR), all photos are captured with stunning detail.

Ultimate Data – the ultimate 4G experience

Supercharge your Galaxy Note 2 by adding unlimited data on a nationwide 4G network, only from T-Mobile. Enjoy the freedom to watch, listen, and explore with no caps, no overages, and no limits while on our network.

My Take on the Phone

All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by the company. Any product claim, statistic, quote or other representation about a product or service should be verified with the manufacturer or provider. Please refer to this site’s Disclaimer for more information. I have been compensated or given a product free of charge, but that does not impact my views or opinions.

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