gadget review: January 2014

Friday, January 31, 2014

The Latest from GadgetLite

Medion Lifetab: Affordable tablet from Aldi
LG is working on LG G Pro 2, launch date is scheduled for February
ZeroLemon’s Samsung Galaxy Note 3 battery case extends your battery life

Medion Lifetab: Affordable tablet from Aldi

Posted: 30 Jan 2014 10:01 PM PST

We all love tablets, but let's face it, tablets are often expensive, but if you're on a tight budget there's no need to worry since today we have an affordable tablet that might interest you.

Medion Lifetab comes from UK budget supermarket chain Aldi, and this device comes with 7-inch 1024×600 display and 8GB of storage, but if 8GB isn't enough for your files there's also a microSD card slot for expansion. Regarding the CPU, there's a 1.6GHz quad-core processor available, but its brand remains unknown. Additional specs include 1GB of RAM, 0.3-megapixel front-facing camera, 2-megapixel back camera and Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean. Also there is Kaspersky's Tablet Security app included as well.

Medion Lifetab might be a humble device, especially when you look at its resolution, but it will be enough for basic or first-time tablet users. Regarding the price, this tablet is priced about $131 after conversion.

[via Ubergizmo]

LG is working on LG G Pro 2, launch date is scheduled for February

Posted: 30 Jan 2014 10:00 PM PST

LG's devices are quite famous, and LG is planning to release its new smartphone in February so let's see what does this device have to offer.

LG has announced that it is working on LG G Pro 2 smartphone, and according to the rumors this should be a 6-inch device with Full HD resolution. It's bit odd to see that LG is going to use Full HD resolution on this device since most high-end smartphones are switching to 2K display resolutions, so we have to wait and see how will this decision affect its sales. As for other hardware specs, rumor has it that LG G Pro 2 will use Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor and 3GB of RAM. Other specs, such as camera, software and additional features remain a mystery for now.

LG didn't confirm any of these hardware specs, and much remains to be revealed, so we're waiting for the official announcement that should take place someday in February.

[via Ubergizmo]

ZeroLemon’s Samsung Galaxy Note 3 battery case extends your battery life

Posted: 30 Jan 2014 10:42 AM PST

We have to agree that our smartphones are great, but they have one big drawback, and it's their battery life, but if you're a proud owner of Samsung Galaxy Note 3 today we have a special case for your smartphone that will extend the battery life of your device.

This case is made by ZeroLemon and it comes with 10,000mAh battery and NFC support. We have to warn you that such large battery life comes with a price, so this case will add some bulk to your device. This case is compatible with all versions of Note 3 with standard or extended batteries, but due to its thickness this case will block the NFC from working. Fortunately for you, this case has its own NFC chip. In addition, there's also a kickstand attachment that will allow you to prop up your phone while using this case. Case comes with its own fitted screen protector, but you can use any other screen protector or none at all.

ZeroLemon's case is amazing, if you don't mind some extra bulk, and as for the price, you can get this case for $59.99 from Amazon.

[via Android Police]

Thursday, January 30, 2014

The Latest from GadgetLite

Geeky soaps from Firebox look like SNES and GameBoy cartridges

Posted: 29 Jan 2014 10:01 PM PST

Personal hygiene is quite important, and if you are fan of Nintendo or just a video game geek, today we have some special geeky soaps that you might want to check out.

These soaps come from UK company called Firebox, and these soaps are designed to look like Nintendo cartridges. There are GameBoy and Super Nintendo Entertainment System cartridges available, and we have to notice that these soaps look like actual game cartridges. Amount of detail is amazing, and every soap comes with its cover art, so you can easily mistaken them for a real game cartridge. Although these geeky soaps look amazing we don't have any information regarding the quality of the soap, so maybe your regular soap would be a better long-term solution.

These geeky soaps look amazing, and you'll love them, especially if you grew up with Nintendo's consoles. Regarding the price, SNES soap is priced around $21, while the GameBoy soap costs about $12.

[via Ubergizmo]

JXD S5800: Android smartphone/tablet optimized for gaming

Posted: 29 Jan 2014 10:00 PM PST

Gaming on your smartphone or tablet doesn't always feel comfortable since there are no physical buttons, but that won't be a problem with this device.

JXD's S5800 comes from Hong Kong, and it's an Android tablet, but it can also work as a smartphone, and it's designed to look like PlayStation Portable. This device is designed for gaming, and it comes with directional buttons, two joysticks, LR buttons and standard buttons that you can find on a handheld console. Regarding the hardware, this device comes with 5-inch display with 960×540 resolution, quad-core chipset based on Cortex A7 and 1GB of RAM. There's also 8GB of internal storage space, expandable by external TF card, 5-megapixel rear camera and 0.3-megapixel front camera for video calls. Regarding the battery, there is 3,000mAh battery available and as for the software, this device runs on Android 4.2 Jelly Bean.

If you're a gamer on Android and you can't get used to onscreen controls or you don't want to purchase wireless gamepads, JXD's S5800 might be just what you need. Sadly, there's no information available regarding its price.

[via Ubergizmo]

Wednesday, January 29, 2014

The Latest from GadgetLite

ZTE Grand S II officially announced

Posted: 28 Jan 2014 10:00 PM PST

ZTE Grand S was a decent smartphone when it was introduced last year, and if you're a fan of ZTE and its devices, you'll be pleased to know that ZTE has announced a new smartphone.

ZTE Grand S II is a successor to the last year's model, and this smartphone comes with 5.5-inch 1080p Full HD touchscreen display and a quad-core 2.3GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor. Additional specs include 13-megapixel back camera and a 2-megapixel front camera for video calls. There's also 16GB of internal storage space as well as Android operating system. One of the biggest complaints about the previous model was its 1,780 mAh battery, but new model comes with 3,000 mAh battery, which should provide you with decent battery life.

ZTE Grand S II sounds like a decent improvement over the previous model, but information about this device are currently scarce so there's no information regarding availability or price.

[via Ubergizmo]

Acer announces new affordable tablet: Acer Iconia B1

Posted: 28 Jan 2014 10:00 PM PST

Tablets are great, but if you're on a tight budget you might want to consider getting an affordable tablet, and luckily for those on a tight budget, Acer has announced its new tablet, so let's check it out.

Acer has announced third generation Iconia B1 tablet, and this model comes with slimmer design and better sound quality compared to its predecessor. This is a 7-inch device, and it comes with narrow bezel with a new back cover . The 7-inch display supports 10-point touch, and it comes with One Glass Solution technology that makes the display brighter and thinner. Regarding the resolution, LED-backlit display offers 1024×600 pixel resolution. Another design change is that speaker and microphone are placed at the front so you can get more immersive sound as well as higher volume and clearer voice quality. Acer Iconia B1 comes with 1.3GHz MediaTek MT8111 Cortex A7 dual-core processor, 1GB of RAM, 16GB internal storage as well as microSD card slot. Built-in battery can last up to five hours on a single charge, and the tablet runs on Android 4.2.1.

Acer Iconia B1 comes with humble hardware specs and it's priced at $129.99. As for availability, this device should be available for sale in US in January.

[via Ubergizmo]