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Showing posts with label should. Show all posts
Sunday, August 31, 2014
Nexus 7 or Kindle Fire Which One Should You Buy
There you go. No beating around the bush. Just a simple answer. Or is it?
Lets regroup for a second and really look at the question. The Kindle Fire is Amazons $199 7-inch Android-based Kindle device. Its WiFi-only. The Nexus 7 is Googles $199 7-inch Android device. Its also WiFi-only.
Now you can see why theres some level of confusion. The two devices are the same size and the same price. There are some differences, however.
Physical device
The Kindle Fire weights 2.6 ounces more than the Nexus 7. Its 14.6 ounces, while the Nexus 7 is 12 ounces. In a handheld device, 2 ounces is something youll notice.
More to the point, the Nexus 7 is a lot more machine for your $199. Its got a much faster CPU, a graphics processor, twice the RAM of the Kindle Fire, and (for an extra fifty bucks) can store twice as much as the Kindle Fire.
On raw horsey-power, the Nexus 7 gets the win.
Android OS
Although both devices are based on Android, youd be hard-pressed to notice Android on the Kindle Fire. The Kindle Fire is a Kindle first, with Android 2.3 running underneath, hidden from view.
On the other hand, the Nexus 7 is Googles current benchmark tablet, running Android 4.1 (otherwise known as Jelly Bean).
On Android compatibility, the Nexus 7 gets the win.
Software compatibility
Heres where things start getting interesting. Youd think the Nexus 7 would run more Android apps, but because its the first Jelly Bean product in a 7-inch tablet form, many Android apps (like Instagram) wont run because they check the version number. 4.1 is higher than many apps are comfortable with.
On the other hand, the Kindle Fire runs apps primarily from the Amazon app store. While you can side-load regular Android apps, theres some hoop jumping involved.
When it comes to software compatibility, at the time of writing, neither wins the top slot. Its a draw.
Gaming
There are quite a few nice, little games for the Kindle Fire. But the Nexus 7 has a built-in Tegra 3 T30L graphics processing unit. Almost, without a doubt, and especially since the system also has twice the RAM, the Nexus 7 will be the better gaming machine.
Nexus 7 gets the win.
Security
This one is interesting. Android security is somewhat problematic, especially if you decide to download apps from secondary app stores. Apps purchased through Amazon have a much higher chance of being safe. In fact, the entire Kindle experience is tied into your Amazon account, and is secured by Amazons relatively strong attention to detail.
For security, the Kindle Fire gets the win.
Media
Heres where Amazon takes the lead from Google. Amazon has a rich media experience, and also provides a substantial library of free movies and TV shows to Prime customers. Google Play isnt nearly as good. Jason Perlow also pointed out that only actual Kindle devices (not just those devices running Kindle software, like an iPhone), can take things out from the Kindle Lending Library. So if you want to read best-sellers for free, the Fire is your best bet.
On the other hand, the Nexus 7 will play that media better, because it has substantially more power and a higher-resolution display.
Well call this a draw.
Which should you get?
Without a doubt, the Kindle Fire is a Kindle, while the Nexus 7 is an Android tablet. If you want a Kindle more than you want an Android tablet, then you might be happier with the Kindle Fire. Likewise, if you want to stay out of the morass that is the Android ecosystem and just want to stay in the welcoming, comforting arms of Amazon, youll be happier with the Kindle Fire.
On the other hand, if you want a powerful, inexpensive, solidly designed pure Android tablet, the Nexus 7 is a no-brainer.My wife and I have two iPads and two Kindle Fires at home. Im honestly thinking about selling my Kindle Fire and getting a Nexus 7 to replace it. If you do decide to sell your Kindle Fire, make sure you remember to decommission it before you sell it. Otherwise, the device has access to your entire Amazon account.
Hmmm...maybe the Kindle Fire isnt that secure, after all.
from zdnet
Sunday, May 11, 2014
Top 5 Things you should know before you buy a mattress
How to choose the right mattress ? Buy a quality mattress and that really hard time, accompanying our sleep for many years without problems, it can be an investment is not insignificant from an economic standpoint.
Before you decide what type of mattress to buy , you should carefully evaluate your needs and know the specifications of the product are better able to influence its price, in addition to the different characteristics of the types of mattress that can most commonly be found for sale.
Top 5 Things you should know before you buy a mattress
1) Price
It good to know how the final price of the product affect many materials used for upholstery and padding. Before asking if a mattress is truly hypoallergenic, it is advisable to inquire about the type and origin of the materials used, in order to avoid those components that you may be allergic to and so you can justify the price at which the item is sold .
2) Lining
One of the most important parts of the mattress is made up of the lining , since it represents the element positioned closer to our body. Some mattresses sold as "hypoallergenic" may have a lining in polyester or other synthetic materials , which could be due to sweating during the night hours. And therefore advisable to make sure that the mattress cover is made of a natural fabric like cotton. The choice could fall on a lining organic cotton and breathable .
3) Double
The shape of your bed should not be underestimated in order to guide the choice of your mattress. For questions of space-saving, often the beds currently on sale are equipped with compartments located beneath the mattress , which allow for example to store the winter blankets during the warm season. This, however, hinders the circulation of air beneath the mattress and could lead to the formation of mold. The problem in a particular way the latex mattresses .
4) Sleep
Latex mattress or memory foam? The choice between the two different types of mattress could also be based on their behavior during the night . In the event that indeed there is a tendency to fidget frequently during sleep, latex mattress is able to ensure greater freedom of movement, while the memory foam mattress is considered more suitable for those who tend to remain motionless during rest, as in the mattress creates a comfortable space for the body on the basis of a same position maintained long.
5) Zone
There are mattresses to 3, 5 and 7 zones (in some cases even beyond). The areas of the mattress are designed to ensure greater support to the different parts of the body, with particular reference to the areas of the back and legs. E therefore possible, in the case of the areas, moving towards the mattress that gives more support depending on the parts of its body considered most problematic (for example, because of the pain)
6) Memory Foam
The memory foam mattress is designed to fit perfectly to the shape of the body. Not everyone is aware of the fact that it is shaped not so much by the weight of the body, as the heat emanating from it. Thats why, if you opt to purchase a memory foam mattress, you should ensure that it is made from breathable fabrics as much as possible. As can adapt to the shape of the body Memory foam mattress is considered to be of type orthopedic .
7) Lattice
The latex mattress is often considered as the best choice in case of allergy to mites dust, it is a type of mattress that does not allow the absorption of dust and mites that it can bring to the material it is achieved. On the contrary, it is not suitable for those, however, who suffer from latex allergy itself. The latex allergy is usually related to natural latex. In this case, you could opt for a LaTeX mattress covered with the top layer of the memory foam.
8) Stiffness
The different types of mattress (box spring, zones, latex, memory foam, etc.) may have different levels of stiffness. A more rigid mattress support is given to individuals by the greater weight and a higher stiffness could provide in this case a more prolonged life of the product over time. A mattress that is too soft may not provide the necessary support to the spine. There are mattresses of medium rigidity, variable depending on the materials of manufacture, which could represent a good compromise in some cases. The softer mattresses are considered suitable for children and the elderly, as well as people read more.
9) Adjustable Beds
And well, when you purchase your mattress, take advice on the most appropriate Adjustable to be combined with it.The adjustable Beds coupled between the mattress and in fact would not be at all obvious. In the case of mattresses thickness thinner, Adjustable Beds is more stressed and therefore should be more rigid. From the same point of view, it is also good to select a Adjustable from the stiffness adjustable , so you can adapt it to the mattress at its disposal that meet your needs.
10) Bio-Magnetic Mattress
Beware of scams and to find business. The "Bio-Magnetic Mattress" actually does not exist . According to what criteria a mattress could be defined as "organic"? The Consumer Protection Centre informs us of how in fact the attribute "bio" can be used only for food and only when these meet the European requirements for organic farming, duly certified by an approved inspection body. This attribute can not therefore be applied to other categories of products (unless they do not have quality food).
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