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Entertainment centers – which typically include speakers, televisions, digital media players, gaming consoles, and streaming sticks – have become the most important gathering area in every home. Consumer-grade projectors remain a compelling replacement for these costly setups, and the VANKYO Leisure 470 HD Mini Wifi Projector with Roku Express included, sets new bars for quality and portability that will allow you to take the full-featured cinematic experience with you. Let’s take a closer look at its all-in-one feature set and key specifications.
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Unboxing and SetupUnboxing the VANKYO Leisure 470 HD Mini Wifi Projector with Roku Express was effortless and straightforward. The neatly-designed modular packaging style inspires confidence in the brand and the product overall. The product comes with two remotes: one for the projector, and one for the Roku Express streaming stick attachment, which is packaged separately.
Since the VANKYO Leisure 470 Mini Wifi Projector is meant to move with you, a removable hard plastic lens cover is also provided. As someone who takes great care of my devices, the inclusion of the protective cover brought me great satisfaction.
Beneath the user manual, I also uncovered a cleaning kit, complete with a white microfiber cloth and five cotton swabs. VANKYO goes the extra mile when it comes to providing essentials for user care, and this is not something that should be overlooked.
The complete list of contents in the box are as follows:
VANKYO Leisure 470 Mini Wifi Projector (White)
VANKYO Leisure 470 User Manual
VANKYO remote
AC power cord
Plastic lens cover
Roku Express streaming device with optional mounting adhesive
Roku Express Quick Start Guide
Roku remote
Micro-USB power adapter
Micro-USB power cord
HDMI cord
2x AAA batteries
Design and Specs: Movie Magic on the MoveThe VANKYO Leisure 470 Mini Wifi Projector features a sleek structure, complete with gently-curved edges and a tasteful 3D molded stripe pattern along the perimeter of the cube-shaped form factor. Modest air vents flank the left and right sides of the projector. This prevents overheating by regulating device temperature via a dual-fan design. Two knobs located above the projector lens are lightly knurled to enhance grip, allowing you to manually adjust the keystone and focus for ideal image quality, no matter the ambient lighting conditions.
The same buttons you will find on the VANKYO remote control are readily accessible along the top of the unit. The power button even illuminates to maintain legibility in the dark. The power button will illuminate red if the unit is unable to draw enough electricity to turn on. This was especially helpful when testing the VANKYO outdoors using portable power solutions.
Another vent houses a built-in stereo speaker that produces surprisingly high-fidelity sound, given the projector’s overall small footprint. The projector features a native resolution of 720p, but 1080p upscaling is also supported. In my testing, this resulted in stellar picture quality. Thanks to the LED projector technology, colors are vivid and subjects appear distinct, due to its brilliant 3500:1 contrast ratio. Every VANKYO Leisure 470 Mini Wifi Projector also comes with a three-year warranty.
Key Features:
Suitable for indoor and outdoor use
Compatible with iOS and Android (Wi-Fi Sync for smartphone integration)
Expansive range of supported screen sizes: 39 – 250 inches (measured diagonally)
Size, Weight, and Power:
Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.7 x 2.8in (19.7 x 14.5 x 7.1cm)
Weight: 2.2lbs. (1kg)
Power Supply: AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
Display:
Display type: LCD
Light source: LED (120 lumens)
Lamp lifespan: estimated 50,000 hrs.
Aspect ratio: 4:3/16:9/Auto
Native resolution: 1280 x 720
Keystone correction: ±15
Input/Output Ports:
2x HDMI input
1x USB port
1x AV input
1x SD card slot
1x 3.5mm audio jack
Supported Media:
Photo formats: BMP/JPG/PNG/JPEG
Video formats: AVI/MP4/MKV/FLV/MOV/RMVB/3GP/MPEG/H.264/XVID
Video input signals: 576i/720p/1080i/1080p
Audio formats: MP3/WMA/MP2/AAC/FLAC/PCM
Speaker: 3W/4ohm
Portable Cinema Setup ProcessSetting up the VANKYO Leisure 470 Mini Wifi Projector could not have been easier. With its built-in power supply, you simply plug in the AC power cord to the projector, attach the other end to a wall outlet, and you are ready to sit back, relax, and watch. No clunky power blocks! The Roku Express streaming stick is powered by a micro-USB wall adapter and connects to the VANKYO Leisure 470 via an HDMI port.
Note that if you plan on taking the VANKYO Leisure 470 Mini Wifi Projector outdoors, you will want to ensure that you are close to a power outlet, or bring a portable power station along. The projector does not feature a built-in battery and will power off when unplugged.
I tested the VANKYO Leisure 470 primarily indoors using a grey mounted sheet as a screen. This worked wonders, but you can also point the device at a blank wall or the ceiling for extra convenience. I tested these methods as well, and they worked sufficiently. While television screen sizes are typically limited to 85 inches or less, I can stretch my content to fill a projection size of up to 250 inches, measured diagonally on the VANKYO Leisure 470.
The ceiling method is ideal when lying in bed or meditating, and the blank wall method is ideal for instances when you may not have a screen, such as outdoors. The VANKYO Leisure 470 also features a small kickstand that can be adjusted accordingly to angle the device based on your preferences and relative viewing environment.
Built-in Roku Express Streaming PlayerThe VANKYO Leisure 470 comes bundled with a Roku Express smart TV device that offers access to a vast library of over 4,000 streaming apps, including popular favorites, such as Amazon Prime Video, Max (previously HBO Max), Apple TV+, Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and YouTube. Some apps even allow you to stream 300+ live TV channels, live news, sports, music, and movies for free. The included Roku remote even features quick toggles for Netflix, Hulu, Sling TV, and Disney+.
The Roku Express features automatic software updates, ensuring access to the latest features, and support for private listening via headphones with the Roku companion app available for iOS and Android.
Final ThoughtsThe VANKYO Leisure 470 HD Mini Wifi Projector with Roku Express Streaming Player remains an incredible deal for anyone looking to level up their entertainment at just $139. Keep in mind that a Roku Express can be purchased standalone for $29.99, so you are gaining more than a compact projector. You are purchasing a ticket to an immersive large-scale cinematic experience with stereo sound, diverse I/O options, and access to your favorite content at your fingertips. An experience that you can take with you wherever you roam.
Brahm Shank
Self-proclaimed coffee connoisseur and tech enthusiast Brahm Shank is captivated by the impact of consumer tech: “It’s profoundly moving when people discover that the phone in their pocket or the tiny computer on their wrist has the power to enrich their lives in ways they never imagined.” Apple, Inc. and its unique position at the intersection of technology and the creative arts, resonates deeply with Brahm and his passion for helping people unleash their potential using technology. Over the years, Brahm has held various podcasts – including famed technologist David Pogue of The New York Times on topics such as Big Tech and digital wellness.
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3M Mpro120 Pocket Projector Review
3M MPro120 Pocket Projector Review
We’ve reviewed our fair share of pico-projectors here at SlashGear, and while they’ve often had impressive aspects to their performance, there’s been nothing that pushed them out of “expensive toy” and into “must-have accessory”. 3M are hoping that their latest model does just that: the 3M MPro120 is the company’s second-generation attempt at the pico platform, using a new LCoS imager and four times the battery life. Can it earn a permanent place in our bag? Read on for the full SlashGear review.
Compared to the MPro110, its first-gen predecessor, the MPro120 is larger and better put together. It also gains a voice – in the shape of integrated stereo speakers – and a chunkier battery, promising around four hours of runtime versus the 110’s measly single hour. In terms of design, the 120 is far more visually appealing, too, with a matte-finish plastic case bisected by a glossy button strip. Hardware controls include power, brightness, battery status and volume, together with a firm but not too tricky focus dial up front by the lens.
Underneath there’s a standard tripod bush for use with either the included bendy-legged mini-tripod or your own, together with a neat flip-down stand that can be used for more impromptu setups where you just want to angle the MPro120 up slightly. On the back there’s the DC power input – the Li-Poly battery can be charged and the MPro120 used simultaneously – and the A/V port. 3M supply various adapters for the AC plug, suitable for travelling, together with both a composite video cable for use with a standard source (plus RCA converters so you can plug, say, an iPod A/V output cable directly into the MPro120) and a VGA adapter cable for plugging in a notebook or netbook.
Setup is straightforward, and instantly benefits from both the better quality build and the new optics. The focus dial is less prone to drift than on other pico projectors we’ve used, but doesn’t go so far to the other extreme that it’s impossible to tweak without jerking the MPro120 all around the table. Meanwhile the new LCoS (liquid-crystal on silicon) optics require less space in order to create a bigger picture, so you’ll see a larger 640 x 480 VGA-sized projection than the MPro110 at the same distance. You might lack the resolution of a 32-inch HDTV, but you can readily achieve the scale in a smallish room, making the MPro120 ideal for hotel rooms and the like.
With a mere 0.5W from each stereo channel, the MPro120’s speakers aren’t exactly setting out to knock you off your feet. There’s no 3.5mm headphone socket, but given 3M haven’t granted the pico an onboard media player, as on some of the rival projectors we’ve seen, that’s not likely to be too much of an issue. Sound quality, though, is pretty loud all things considered, and while at the top end there’s increasing amounts of distortion, the MPro120 does a decent job keeping up with film soundtracks.
Also keeping up is the new battery, which offers two power settings. If you want to get close to 3M’s four hour prediction you’ll need to leave the MPro120 in “normal brightness” and play it cool with the speaker volume; “high brightness” mode, meanwhile, will drain the pico in half the time. Still, we came close to 3M’s suggested times in both settings, either of which is enough for a good few episodes of your favorite TV show download or even a feature film. Since you can run the MPro120 while recharging it – something sadly lacking in some rivals – battery life needn’t be an issue if you’re near an AC point.
Sample shot:
Despite a mere 12 lumens of brightness and its limited resolution, the MPro120 puts up a decent fight. Presentations lack some clarity around smaller text, but faster moving scenes and bright colors are both handled well. Darker colors and areas of strong shadow continue to be a problem, with murky greys more likely than true inky blackness, but it’s certainly ahead of many other picos.
At $350, though, it’s still priced as a luxury, and one we reckon few will be able to justify. What’s hopeful is the fact that the MPro120 is light-years ahead of its predecessor, and yet the pico manufacturers are still telling us that technologies like LCoS – as well as other systems – are still in their infancy. We won’t see 1080p any time soon, but it’s not beyond the realms of possibility to expect twice the resolution offered by the MPro120 in devices arriving next year. Still, if you want a pico projector that’s capable of both notebook content and A/V, with impressive battery performance and build quality to the point where you’re happy to dump it in your laptop bag and not worry it will have fallen apart, the 3M MPro120 projector ticks all our boxes.
3M MPro120 Unboxing and walkthrough video:
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3M MPro120 Sample videos:
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Dji Mini 3 Review: Palm
Pros
Portrait camera mode
Good photo & video quality
Long flight time
Cons
No front or rear obstacle sensors
Can’t track subjects, except in QuickShots
No Hyperlapse or slo-mo
Our VerdictThe Mini 3 loses quite a few of the Mini 3 Pro’s features, but is also quite a bit cheaper and is a good upgrade from the Mini 2. If you don’t care about the better video quality or vertical shooting, then save money and find a discounted Mini 2.
When DJI released the Mini 2 back in 2023, it addressed a lot of the criticisms levelled at the original Mini. But it still lacked some features that would have been desirable such as ActiveTrack, which allows the drone to follow a subject – a person or car, for example – while flying automatically.
Then, DJI launched the Mini 3 Pro which had all the bells and whistles, but came at a pretty steep cost.
Now, though, the company has added a more affordable option: the Mini 3.
It’s similar in many ways to the Mini 3 Pro, but also lacks some of its best features. And that’s understandable: there needs to be a reason to still buy the Pro.
The question is, should you buy a Mini 3 or not? And that’s a question you’ll be able to answer by the time you’ve read the rest of this review.
Features & design
Weighs <249g
Up to 38 minutes of flight time with ultra-light battery
Compatible with RC-N1 and DJI-RC remotes
Side by side, it’s not easy to see the differences between the Mini 3, its predecessor (the Mini 2) and its big brother, the Mini 3 Pro.
All have the same form factor with fold-up arms, a three-axis gimbal that keeps the camera steady and a battery that slots into the rear.
Jim Martin / Foundry
All weight less than the crucial 250g threshold, which means they’re exempt from registration in some parts of the world, and in those where it does still have to be registered, exempt from pilot exams.
You can fly all three drones much more freely than heavier ones, closer to people and buildings and over people.
It’s important to know and follow the rules in your area, though.
Jim Martin / Foundry
The Mini 3 uses the same batteries as the Pro but can fly for longer: up to 38 minutes when using the standard battery. In some places, including Australia, you can buy a ‘Plus’ battery that extends flying time to 1 minutes, but it’s heavier and means the Mini 3 no longer counts as a sub-249g drone.
Just like the Pro, you can fly it with the RC-N1 remote, which requires a smartphone, or the more expensive DJI RC, which has a built-in screen and doesn’t need a separate phone.
DJI also sells the Mini 3 on its own, if you happen to already have a compatible remote.
Missing featuresImportantly, the Mini 3 doesn’t have the obstacle sensors of the Pro, which means it’s much like the Mini 2 and won’t stop before crashing into a tree or anything else.
Jim Martin / Foundry
The other major difference is that it has no tracking capabilities, so cannot lock onto a subject and follow them like the Pro can.
It doesn’t have any automatic flying modes at all – no Hyperlapse or MasterShots – and can only perform a selection of what DJI calls QuickShots. These are automatic, and can circle around you, fly straight up, fly away from you, boomerang away and then back, and corkscrew around you.
These are handy for quick clips to share on social media, but for everything else, you’ll need to pilot and control where the camera points manually.
The Asteroid QuickShot mode, oddly, is not present, just as it isn’t on the Mini 2.
Another difference is that the Mini 3 uses the lesser O2 video transmission system. This provides a 720p video feed at 30 frames per second up to 10km away, though in many countries you must fly with the drone in line of sight, so these long ranges aren’t particularly relevant anyway.
And while the camera is the same as the Mini 3 Pro’s, its capabilities are curtailed.
Jim Martin / Foundry
There’s no option to record video in D-Cinelike, which Pros use so they can post-process footage, and no option to shoot at 10-bit.
PerformanceApart from obstacle avoidance, flying the Mini 3 is exactly the same as the Mini 3 Pro. It’s relatively quiet and hovers well when it has picked up a good number of satellites.
It’s just as quick and manoeuvrable, and has the same Cinematic, Normal and Sport modes, and the same wind resistance. You won’t want to fly it on very windy days, but for a lightweight drone, it handles even fairly strong winds well, and better than the Mini 2 does.
Jim Martin / Foundry
It’s reassuring, too that the return-to-home function will automatically kick in when there’s only just enough power to fly back to the home point, or if the signal from the remote control is ever lost. You can also engage it manually using a button on the remote, or in the app.
If you do lose track of it, or crash it and can’t see where it landed, the ‘find my drone’ function makes it beep fairly loudly to help you.
It’s useful for the same reason when taking portrait photos, too, although the automatic panorama creation on the Mini 2 means it can hold its own for vertical photos as it simply takes several and stitches them together, leading to even higher resolution.
Here are some photos I took on the Mini 3. It doesn’t allow you to access the full 48Mp mode, but you can shoot in JPEG + RAW simultaneously.
Jim Martin / Foundry
Jim Martin / Foundry
Jim Martin / Foundry
Jim Martin / Foundry
Unfortunately, the panorama modes didn’t work for me: all I found were the individual photos in a Panorama folder on the microSD card, but no actual panoramic photo. This seems to be down to testing using early software and hardware.
The camera has autofocus, but there’s a limit to how close it can focus. If you’re trying to take photos of people or objects up close, they could end up blurred. You can tap on the screen to focus on a specific area, but the remote has a half-press for focus lock as well.
With almost identical video specs to the Mini 2, you might wonder if there’s any point in spending more on the Mini 3 when the older, cheaper drone can also record 4K at 30fps, has the same maximum bitrate of 100Mbps, offers the same levels of digital zoom and records in the same H.264/MP4 format.
The difference is that the Mini 3’s camera has a larger sensor and a lens with a bigger f/1.7 aperture. What this means is it can capture more light than the Mini 2’s camera, which in turn means better quality video – cleaner, crisper and with better colours – and a similar increase in quality in low light, making night photos and videos sharper and more detailed.
I didn’t have a Mini 2 to capture any comparison photos, but here are a couple of photos taken at night on the Mini 3:
Jim Martin / Foundry
Jim Martin / Foundry
Plus, the Mini 3 can record HDR at its top resolution, but the Mini 2 doesn’t offer HDR at all.
Don’t forget, too, that the Mini 2 cannot shoot vertically like the Mini 3 can, and it’s worth noting that QuickShots are supported in the Mini 3’s vertical mode.
Another difference is that the Mini 3’s gimbal can rotate upwards by 60°, which is a lot more than the Mini 2’s 20°, and it can also move further in other directions, which means video is more stable even in higher winds.
The fact the Mini 3 removes these options means it’s much simpler to use: you just choose the resolution and frame rate and hit the record button. As a side note, it’s frustrating that the default video mode is 1080p, so the first thing you’ll want to do is adjust the settings when your first fly the Mini 3. The resolution for QuickShots needs to be set separately: you might otherwise assume you’d already done it, and wonder why they didn’t look as good as your regular 4K footage.
One thing I noticed when flying the Mini 3 at night was that the LEDs, which are only on the front arms, are almost invisible unless it’s facing you, and they flash so slowly that it can be quite difficult to keep tabs on it against a dark sky.
Price & availabilityYou can buy a Mini 3 for $469 / £439, which sounds cheap, but that’s the drone only, with no remote.
With the RC-N1 (the same remote you get with the Mini 2), it costs $559/£519, or $110/£100 more than the Mini 2.
You can instead opt for the DJI RC, below, which is very convenient compared to using your phone, but this costs $699/£669.
Jim Martin / Foundry
Then there are Fly More bundles, again with the option of both remote controls. These come with a total of three batteries, a charger that holds all three, plus a carry bag that holds the drone, remote and batteries.
With the RC-N1, that costs $718/£768, and with the DJI RC costs $858/£828.
You can buy all of these from DJI directly, but you’ll also find them at other retailers for exactly the same prices.
For alternative options, read our roundup of the best drones.
VerdictThe Mini 3 may be a relatively big improvement over the Mini 2, but it comes at a higher price. With the RC-N1 remote, it’s a lot more expensive, which will no doubt cause some to decide to save their money and opt for a Mini 2 instead.
It’s not clear how long DJI will keep the Mini 2 in its range, but at the time of writing, there were some tempting discounts on the Mini 2 and Mini 2 Fly More bundles that made it even more appealing.
It’ll be a while before there are any deals on the Mini 3 but if you want 4K HDR video, the ability to shoot vertically, and have longer flying time, all without paying an even higher price for a Mini 3 Pro, then DJI’s newest sub-250g drone offers a great all-round package.
Of course, if you can afford more, the Mini 3 Pro is a much more capable drone and is certainly worth it.
Google Chromecast Vs Roku Streaming Stick Comparison Review
Our Verdict
Both devices are pretty nifty in terms of turning your HDTV into a Smart TV. Right now, we’d suggest forking out an extra £20 and getting the Roku for more internet and local media streaming functionality. That said you can be sure Google is going to grow in app support for the Chromecast as time goes by, which will make its £30 price tag look incredibly appealing for the average user looking to get BBC iPlayer and Netflix on their TV without having to hook up their laptop each time.
If you don’t have a Smart TV and are unwilling to pay the vast amounts of money to upgrade to one, then you can turn your existing HDTV into a Smart TV from as little as £30-£50 with the Google Chromecast or a Roku Streaming Stick. Here’s where we find out which one is the best value in our Google Chromecast vs Roku Streaming Stick comparison review.
The way these two TV streaming sticks work are very similar, in that they are both essentially Wi-Fi dongles that plug into your TV’s HDMI port, and then bring a host of apps and online content straight to your TV. See Apple TV vs Chromecast review.
Google Chromecast vs Roku Streaming Stick comparison review: Price and availability in the UKRoku announced the arrival of the Streaming Stick a short time ago, but unfortunately it will not be available to buy in the UK until late April. The Google Chromecast however is now available to buy in the UK and can be purchase via the Google Play Store and other usual retailers such as Currys, PC World and Amazon.
Neither device is particularly expensive, but the Google Chromecast is significantly the cheaper of the two, costing only £30 compared to the Roku Streaming Stick’s £50 price tag. See How to set up and use Chromecast.
It’s tough to declare a clear winner here as both devices are still in their infancy, and while the Chromecast offers a lot of promise, it is still lacking in terms of what it offers, when compared to the Roku Streaming Stick, thanks to the ground work done by previous Roku Devices. Our instinct tells us that spending £30 on a Google device that promises to bring Smart TV services to your regular HDTV is going to prove worthwhile in the long run, but for now the extra £20 for the Roku looks like a fair price bump. See What can you watch on Chromecast: why Chromecast is a game changer.
Google Chromecast vs Roku Streaming Stick comparison review: Streaming services providedPrice is obviously a major factor you should consider when deciding which of these two streaming stick you should buy, but what is probably more important, is what features the devices offer for the price.
On the face of it, these two TV streaming dongles do largely the same thing, and that is connect your TV to your local Wi-Fi network and enable playback from TV apps and local media.
The Roku Streaming Stick offers access to over 500 Smart TV services incliding Netflix, BBC iPlayer, NOW TV, 4oD, Demand 5, Sky News, Spotify, VEVO, Sky Store and Plex, to name but a few. Locally stored content can be streamed directly via the Roku app.
Unfortunately as Google Chromecast has only recently been launched, there are only a limited number of services available to UK users; these include: Netflix, BBC iPlayer, YouTube, Google Play Movies, TV & Music, Red Bull TV, VEVO, Plex and Real Cloud Player. This is a list that we expect to grow rapidly once video content providers catch up with the Google Chromecast stick.
In order to get video content from your mobile devices (smartphones and tablets) working wirelessly via the Chromecast dongle, you have to purchase either the AllCast Premium or Plex for Android apps. Both these apps cost £3 and work with Chromecast, however, from our experience the playback is a bit glitchy. We’d have loved to have seen an official Google Chromecast app that played local media content from a smartphone or tablet. This would have made it a real rival to the functionality of the much more expensive Apple TV, and also a more desirable streaming dongle all-round.
Google Chromecast vs Roku Streaming Stick comparison review: ControlsThe major difference between these two streaming devices is that Roku Streaming Stick comes with a physical remote control plus iOS/Android app support. It uses an on-screen interface to browse content.
Meanwhile the Chromecast relies on devices such as Android smartphones and tablets to be controlled. It also supports iPhone, iOS, PC and Mac (via Chrome) and Chome OS devices. Instead of using an interface, you simply choose what content to view via the Chromecast on your device and hit play.
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Google Chromecast vs Roku Streaming Stick comparison review: DesignThere’s not a lot we can say here really. Both of these streaming dongles look pretty similar and ugly. The trouble with these devices is that the idea is for them to be hidden behind your TV, however they still need to be big enough for their Wi-Fi receivers to work properly. The result is the classic looking dongle. Pretty boring really.
Specs Google Chromecast: Specs
HDMI dongle, requires web connection, powered via microUSB
Videocon A55 Hd Quick Review, Price And Comparison
Camera and Internal Storage
On the memory storage front, A55 HD comes with the 4 GB of internal storage capacity that can be expanded up to 32 GB via Micro SD card. Though the phone comes with the expandable memory option, but the internal storage of the device seems to be on the lower side as the phone comes with the HD display which means that the customers will be able to play the HD games and movies, and we know that it requires more space as compared to the normal data so the internal memory seems to be a bit insufficient. Though the external memory storage will not let you to run out of space.
Processor and BatteryThe A55 HD comes with the 2000 mAh of battery, and this seems to be enough for the average users and can easily give backup of about a day. For the heavy users it can last for less than a day after a single charge. The battery segment was important with regard to this device as first it has the larger HD display and second it is a Quad Core based processor, but the battery seems to be a decent one and will not let the phone to dry down easily.
Display and FeaturesThe display can be considered as the USP of this device, the A55 HD sports a larger 5.0 inch OGS Capacitive HD touch screen. So the device comes with the HD display which altogether changes the user experience of the device. And comes with the screen resolution of about 1280 x 720 pixels which clearly depicts that the device comes with the HD screen as we had stated earlier. Again the OGS display helps to increase the clarity of the device and is not included in most of the device in this segment. With the large screen that again comes with the HD screen will let the users to enjoy the games and will make the display quality to be crystal clear and sharp.
The Videocon A55 HD comes with the number of features, for connectivity options it comes with the 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS. The phone runs on the Android v4.2 Jelly Bean OS and adds newer features and apps to the device. The A55 HD also offers the dual SIM feature to the customers that lets to use both the SIM at the same time. The phone also supports unique features like flip-to-silent and face-detection for unlocking the phone.
Comparison Key SpecificationsModel Videocon A55 HD
Display 5.0 inch OGS Capacitive HD touch screen, with screen resolution of about 1280 x 720 pixels
Processor 1.2 GHz MTK6589 Quad Core processor
RAM, ROM 1 GB of RAM, 4 GB of internal storage capacity that can be expanded up to 32 GB via Micro SD card
OS Android v4.2 Jelly Bean
Camera 8.0 MP of primary camera with LED flash, 3.2 MP of secondary camera at rear
Battery 2000 mAh
Price Rs.13,500
ConclusionAt last we can state that this device from Videocon, A55 HD is surely ready to buzz the market in its segment. With the addition of Quad Core processor, dual camera, dual SIM and HD display the phone seems to offer all the features expected in this price segment. The Videocon A55 HD is launched at the price tag of Rs.13,500 and is a good option in this price. Secondary camera of this device is also a notable feature. So all and all Videocon had come up with a nice and powerful device that too in the budget segment and will not be heavy on the pockets of the customers.
Tata Sky Plus Transfer Hd Set Top Box Review
What’s new?
Earlier version of the Tata Sky STB worked as a personal video recorder (PVR) apart from just streaming live TV, users were able to record the TV programs into the available storage in the box and were able to watch it later. This one is slightly different from the older one; you can transfer your recorded content directly to your Smartphone using the Tata Sky Mobile app. Users can record TV shows, movies from different channels and watch it later on their phones or tablets on the go. This new-age set top box wants to find an alternate for bigger screens, and wants the mobile device to be your portable TV.
Setting up is facileIt does not require a working internet connection to record, transfer or view the videos.
Transfer Process and SpeedThe transfer process was very effortless and smooth, it took me 2 minutes to understand the whole process and start copying the content to my smartphone. The speed is something that may take your patience to a different level if you with to transfer the content in HD. It is a time consuming method as the PVR compresses the size of the content to a smaller sized format to save space on your portable device.
It takes almost 5 minutes to transfer 10 minutes of standard quality video content and takes almost equal time matching the duration of the content while transferring it in HD format, which is 1 minute for every minute of content. After re-encoding the video format, it takes around 100 MB for 15 minute of content which means we can easily store a lot of content on a device with bigger storage.
The Plus PointsThese are some factors where the Tata Sky+ Transfer HD proves handy and future ready:
It comes ready to record content from up to 3 channels at one time. For now, only 2 channels can be recorded simultaneously but the company confirms that it will enable the third slot with future upgrades.
It offers 1080p resolution (p means progressive), where the predecessor Tata Sky+ HD STB offers 1080i (I means interlaced). 1080p is better as it displays sharper images – each row is refreshed 60 times per second which is double the rate of 1080i which refreshes only 30 times per second. With this upgrade we noticed an immediate improvement in terms of clarity and colour.
The wireless remote comes with a touchpad, which definitely means it has been planned to be used with upcoming apps and services.
App Features and FeedbackThe Tata Sky Mobile app has a few functions to control your programs and recording, basically this STB has moved from remote to smartphones. The mobile has taken the centerstage and we can get a glimpse of how the future of satelite television is going to change. Here are some useful features of Tata Sky+ Transfer:
Watch the content without transferring it to your smartphone, you can directly stream the content over Wi-Fi network. All you need to make sure is that your smartphone and the STB are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. So while you are at home and away from your TV set, you can enjoy your favorite recorded content on the smartphone without consuming your data.
You can watch live TV on the go, if you have forgot scheduling the recording for your favorite program and cannot reach a nearby TV set; it’s still possible not to miss that show. Just activate the Everywhere TV feature on your Tata Sky app and watch TV using your data connection from anywhere around the globe.
You can schedule the recording for your favorite program using the Remote record feature on the Tata Sky Mobile app. Browse through the program you want to record and schedule its recording using the mobile app. You need to be connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the STB.
ConclusionWe appreciate the initiative and effort to take the TV experience to such portability and enhance the user convenience but we wish the price would have been a little more convincing.
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