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HP Sprocket Portable Photo Printer Review

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HP Sprocket Portable Photo Printer ReviewThe HP Sprocket Portable Photo Printer is one of the smallest portable printer that on the pocket-portable zero ink printers in the market. Armed with it’s compact size and high portability this printing device makes it very convenient to instantly print images from your phone via bluetooth connectivity. Personlized photos and unforgetable moments will easily be printed out in 2×3 inch sized Zink embedded papers wherever and whenever. Find out more about this device through this HP Sprocket Portable Photo Printer Review and see if the costs of buying it justifies the features it brings on the table.

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As mentioned earlier, this portable photo printer does not require ink in printing. The Sprocket uses a technology called Zink technology which is actually originally develped by Polaroid.

What are the best features of this portable printer?

Those who take lots of photos from their smartphones will be most useful for this photo printer. The photos are printed out in less than a minute – approximately 50 seconds. Zink technology mentioned earlier is a printing system that uses a paper that is layered with multiple transparent dyes. These dyes are activated with heat impulses of varrying leng and intensity coming from a thermal print head.

The HP Sprocket is bluetooth enabled. It easily connects with your mobile device using the free HP Sprocket app to print the images. A great feature of this app is that it can be easily linked to social media accounts like Facebook, Instagram or Flickr. From then on, it will be easy to access more photos and instantly print them. The app also features editing tools that allows the users to use stickers, captions, borders or filters before printing.

It takes about 90 minutes to get a full charge on the printer and a single charge is able to print up to 30 2×3 prints. The printer can only hold 10 papers sheets inside. Although the portability and size is a big advantage of this device, the print quality is not much impressive as it is reliant on the photo’s subject. On a closer range it can show images vividly and detailed but on a farther range, the colors seems to blend too much and some colors are lost. Color resolution is 313 x 400 dpi.

PROS

  • Instant photo printing from smartphones/mobile devices (approx. 50 seconds)
  • Print size of  2 x 3-inch (5 x 7.6 cm) snapshots or stickers
  • Easy to use and very portable (pocket size)
  • Prints through HP Sprocket app via Bluetooth
  • Customize photos before printing through the app
  • Seamless bluetooth connectivity
  • Uses no-ink Zink Technology in printing
  • Rechargeable through a micro USB cable
  • Can be linked or connected to social media accounts through the app

CONS

  • Photo quality is not at best
  • Requires Android: 4.4 above / iOS: 8.0 above for the app to work at best
  • Printing is limited only to one size which is 2×3 inches

The print paper can be expensive as it is small and the print quality is not at optimal quality. This printer’s portability is probably the best feature of this device where the user can have fun in the instant print out of photos from smartphones.

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Polaroid POP 3×4″ Instant Print Digital Camera Review

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Polaroid POP 3x4" Instant Print Digital Camera ReviewThe Polaroid camera sounds so classic. It was year 1948 when the instant camera, the model 95 Land Camer, was first invented by Edwin Land, an American scientist. The modern times has brought this classic gadget into a much higher level as it merged with digital technology. Find out through this Polaroid POP 3×4″ Instant Print Digital Camera Review, the features as well as the limitations of this digital device and all the more of it is worthy of its price tag. Also, find out the difference of this device from the earlier polaroid camera releases like the Polaroid Snap Touch as well as it’s difference from Fujifilm Instax Square.

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Perhaps the feeling of nostalgia may not be around for those who are born in the millenial era. For those who have the nostalgia, the new features can be quite mind-blowing in comparison to the features of the older Polaroid models. The digital counterpart along with the Bluetooth and WiFi/WLAN Connectivity does not only make up the big difference of the device. Read more and find out.

What are the best features of Polaroid POP 3×4″ Instant Print Digital Camera?

The Polaroid Pop is not just an ordinary instant camera. Its design is quite neat, thin and slick. But apart from the chic look, it has a whoping 20MP CMOS sensor. This camera not just takes photos but is also capable of recording 1080p full HD videos. The videos and pictures can then be stored in a micro SD card of up to 128GB. This is quite an impressive difference as compared to the 3.4MP camera from Fujifilm Instax Square Hybrid.

Just like its predecessors (The Polaroid Snap and Polaroid Snap Touch), the core of feature of these polaroid cameras is its printing ability. The device’s integrated printer uses ZINK Zero Ink Printing Technology. The old polaroid cameras have used fluid compound enclosed in a thin plastic sheet to form the image. With this Polaroid’s new trademark technology, implanted crystals that are tinted as well as heat are used to create stunning 3.5- by 4.25-inch print-outs that of course features the all-time favorite Polaroid Classic Boarder Logo.

Another cool add-on features of this device is the WiFi and Bluetooth capability of the camera which enables it to connect to a Smartphone (iOS or Android) and transforms it into an instant photo printer via the Polaroid App. Extra features in the App include its ability to add stickers and effects as well as and filters to enhance the image, plus the images takes less than a minute to print.

PROS

  • Small and slick design with choices of different colors
  • 20MP photos
  • 1080p HD video
  • Built in dual LED flash and Microphone
  • Digital Zoom enabled
  • 3.97″ LCD Viewfinder touchscreen
  • 3.5×4.25″ Border Prints in vibrant colors
  • Polaroid POP App to edit, filter, add extras and print the pictures from your smartphone or tablet
  • WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity
  • Micro SD Card enables saving capacity up to 128GB
  • Ink-free Zero Ink Printing technology
  • ZINK Paper has an adhesive back  so the photo can be used as a sticker as well

CONS

  • The material is made up of plastic and can easily get scratches – providing a case might be necessary to protect it.
  • The App is glitchy and hopefully Polaroid updates this problem soon.
  • For a 20MP camera, the print outs seem less than its quality but then it is much better than the 3.4MP from Fujifilm’s Square.

In comparison to other digital polaroid cameras in the market, this products seemed to have the better quality for a much cheaper price. For those who are just looking for a polaroid printer, the Polaroid ZIP is also a good option to directly print from Smartphones or Tablets.

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Polaroid Zip Instant Mobile Printer Review

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1943 was the year when Polaroid had revolutionized the field of photography when it launched the first instant camera. The company has not stopped from making such bold steps in the industry and earlier this year, they have launched another product that presents the same experience that is utterly inclined with today’s trends.  The Polaroid Zip Instant Mobile Printer renders instantaneous printing in a small, phone-sized device. This device simple allows the users to print out photos from their devices using either Bluetooth or NFC technology. Read more about this device in this Polaroid Zip Instant Mobile Printer Review.

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The Polaroid Zip Instant Mobile Printer is simply a stand-alone, mobile photo printer that allows you to immediately print out 2 by 3 inch border-less color photos, directly from your mobile devices. Unlike the Fujifilm Instax cameras, the user need not to wait for the photos to get developed. Aside from that, the photo paper used for printing is cheaper too and it also does not need those messy ink or ribbons for printing.

What are the best features of this Mobile Photo Printer?

The Polaroid Zip Instant Mobile Printer is only as small as your smart phone or more appropriately more like an external hard drive – thus making it ultimately portable. It approximately measures 2.91 by 4.72 inches and weighs about 186 grams or 0.41 lbs. It has its own rechargeable 500mAh lithium polymer battery which is capable of printing up to 25 sheets with an hour and a half charging time. Printing quality is quite decent and does not come close to inkjet photo printers however this product is not a direct competition for those kind of printers. This printer also showcases a free App for both Android and iOS users where you can make basic photo ID cards or create mini collages or even a vision board – thus enhancing photo printing and user’s artistic abilities.

A feature that takes this printer to another level and makes it noticeable in the market is the fact that is uses the groundbreaking ink-free Zero Ink Printing technology which was actually industrialized by ZINK imaging. Now, how does this printing system works? The main approach lies on the branded ZINK Paper. These specially-made photo papers are embedded with dye crystals (cyan, yellow and magenta) along with a shielding-polymer coating. With the use of heat, ZINK-enabled Printer then activates and makes colors with these crystals. The procedure then brings full-color, great quality, enduring and smudge resistant images without the use of pesky and messy ink cartridges, ribbons or toners.

PROS

  • Small and lightweight, ultra-portable (fits your pocket)
  • Direct printing from mobile devices with Bluetooth and NFC technology
  • Fast printing (less than a minute)
  • No Ink, No Toner, No Ribbons needed for printing (less messy)
  • Makes smudge-proof photos and stickers
  • Rechargeable 500mAh Lithium battery charges for 1.5 hours (capable of approx. 25 prints)
  • Easy to use (one single button – turning on the device)
  • Comes with a very useful App with lots of editing features
  • Sheets of Photo Paper used for this device are not as expensive as Fujifilm Instax

CONS

  • Not the best printing quality
  • Can only print on 2 x 3 inch size photo paper (Zink Paper)

If printing quality is a big issue, this is not the best photo printer as  other printers like Canon Selphy printers create better resolutions and bigger images. However, for a mobile printer with this size and portability, by far as of the moment nothing comes close to its functionality if we are to compare this printer with other printers of the same class.  As from this writing this product has a full 5 Star rating form Amazon.

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DJI Phantom 2 with Zenmuse H3-3d 3-axis Gimbal Review

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DJI Phantom 2 with Zenmuse H3-3d 3-axis Gimbal ReviewThe DJI Phantom 2 with Zenmuse H3-3d 3-axis Gimbal is indeed a must have for film makers, adventure junkies or those who are in to aerial photography. The Phantom 2 Quadcopter is impeccably engineered to provide a great aerial platform for creating a steady video with your GoPro HERO3 or HERO3+ camera. This device is the second generation Phantom quad-rotor RC helicopter from DJI and it has a larger battery as well as a much enhanced prop design, and flying time. DJI’s upgrades of this device made it sure that it will be much more appealing to a wider variety of users, which includes RC aircraft hobbyists who want to make a recording of their flights, videographers and photographers looking to take their camera into a whole new era of shooting possibilities. Know more about this devices through this DJI Phantom 2 with Zenmuse H3-3d 3-axis Gimbal Review.

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This device is incredibly small, and lightweight yet delivers a stunning professional performance – making it more ideal for essentially everything from extreme sports to making spectacular films. With the upgrades, the battery now lasts to up to 25 minutes as compared to the older model that has around 14 minutes of aerial time.

What are the best features of this 3-axis Gimbal aerial platform?

The Zenmuse H3-3D 3-axis gimbal is a motor-powered stabilizer that is used to mount your GoPro HERO3 or HERO3+ action camera that inevitably depletes the vibrations that came from the the rotors thus giving you the the smoothest possible aerial video. Also, the camera tilts between -130 to +50° with a precision of ±0.08°, which keeps the GoPro camera tilted in a constant position no matter what angle the Phantom 2 is on, granting you a smooth and shake-free footage. This “ready-to-fly” edition of the Phantom 2 Quadcopter is equipped with a 6-channel, 2.4 GHz transmitter which is already pre-bound with the aircraft. It highlights an operational range that goes for up to 3,280′ line-of-sight, depending on climate or weather conditions.

The H3-3D gimbal is powered by identical advanced algorithms, accurate sensors and brushless motor designs that are utilized in professional Zenmuse gimbals, making it remarkably stable. Thanks to its independent high-precision Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) users will get precise attitude information and well-defined control. It also uses intelligent long lasting, high capacity, high performance 5200mAh Lithium Polymer battery with a span of up to 25 minutes of flight time. The same battery feautes built in intelligence that offers battery capacity data, over charge/discharge protection, as well as maintenance cues making the battery extremely dependable and safe.

PROS

  • Small and lightweight
  • Easy to assemble
  • Delivers smooth and stabilized Shooting with your GoPro HERO3/3+
  • Transmitter inlcuded: 6-channel, 2.4 GHz Radio Transmitter
  • Up to 3,280′ Line-of-Sight Radio Range
  • 3-Axis Brushless Gimbal Stabilizes GoPro
  • Uses Naza-M V2 Flight Control System
  • GPS-Based Autopilot with Return to Home
  • Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC)
  • Supports Dual Flight Control Modes
  • LED Indicators & Low Voltage Protection
  • Self-Tightening Prop Design

CONS

  • Does not offer a complete first-person view (FPV) experience unless you would add a wireless video transmitter
  • New battery design cannot be charged with all-purpose balance chargers

Word of Caution: Do not use the DJI Phantom 2 Quadcopter with your GoPro camera when both devices have their Wi-Fi systems turned on. The DJI Phantom’s Wi-Fi and the GoPro camera’s Wi-Fi run on the same frequency, using them together when both Wi-Fi systems are engaged will make the the DJI Phantom’s transmitter lose the ability to communicate with the DJI Phantom Quadcopter. If this happens, you will not be able to tell the Phantom where to fly. This may result in loss of property or damage to your equipment.

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PAPAGO P1 Pro Dashcam Review

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Upon its entry to the US market last year (2013), PAPAGO! has made quite a head-turn especially with their pioneered dashcam products like the PAPAGO P1 Pro Dashcam, which is a product that will not fail to be your witness on those unforeseen occurrences on the road. This car dashcam has a 130-degree wide viewing angle and most impressively records in Full HD. Although this device is not the latest amongst its products (P3, P2Pro are the latest models), its features has gained its merit and popularity in Russia, China, Singapore, and Japan. Know more about this device through this PAPAGO P1 Pro Dashcam Review.

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Thanks to its Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) function and 3.5 mega pixels CMOS sensor, this dashcam records a better quality video even in situations where there is poor lighting. It offers many safe driving alerts as well as temperature protection. It also has an HDMI output for an easy HDTV playback.

What are the best features of this In-car Dashcam?

The PAPAGO P1 Pro Dashcam has the dimensions of 3.75″ x 2.50″ x 2.40″ and it weighs around 0.25 lbs. It has a glossy white finish and a 2.4” LCD panel with 320×240 pixels resolution display. The best part that makes this device ahead of the other dashcams in the market are its safety features. These safety features are the Stop and Go Alert that tells you to go when the front vehicle has moved, a light reminder that will tell you to turn on the headlights when driving in the dark, and lastly a driver fatigue alert at which a timer can be set to remind the driver to rest after a specified hours of driving. All these three features can only be found in PAPAGO! driving recorder series products.

The recording features of the P1 Pro will make you like this dashcam even more. Aside from its auto-recording feature that allows non-stop loop recording upon turning the device on, there is also a G-sensor that instinctively backs up the video to prevent overwriting on the files in situations where there are unexpected force to the driving recorder. The temperature sensor also makes sure that the device is protected for high and low changes of the temperature in the environment.

PROS

  • Compact and lightweight design
  • 2.4″ LCD display for viewing from driver’s side
  • Uses Aptina 3.5 Mege-Pixel Image Sensor for clearer images
  • 130 Degree Wide Viewing Angle field of view
  • Records Full HD 1080P high resolution video 30 in frames per second
  • Diagonal WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) technology creates clear and balanced videos
  • Snapshot Feature can take still photos
  • HDMI output is available for HDTV playback
  • Can be mounted in the car’s windshield or dashboard
  • Loop recording allows old file to be replaced automatically with new files
  • Car safety features: Stop and Go, Driver Fatigue Alarm, Lighting Reminder
  • Protects the device on low and high temperatures
  • Can extend external storage to a 32GB SD Card HC

CONS

  • No GPS capability (but this feature is available in Papago! P2 Pro Dashcam)
  • Does not have the best resolution on its LCD display but nonetheless give out quality HD videos on playback.

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