Apple announced many new products & updates at their Worldwide Developers Conference 2017. These include new watchOS 4 … iOS 11 … macOS High Sierra and some great new products. A new 10.5 inch iPad Pro with an updated 12.9 inch iPad Pro, new 2017 Kaby Lake processors for the iMac and MacBook Pro. Coming soon, we also saw the new iMac Pro and HomePod smart speaker. Check out all the details in the video below.
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Bigger or Smaller? The Great Mobile Gaming Debate #AD
The tech world can't seem to make up its mind when it comes to size. Is bigger better or smaller slicker?
The last decade has seen iOS and Android phones grow, but tablets gradually get less bulky. Then when you add to that the advent of wearable tech such as the Smartwatch, you start to see why size is apparently an unresolved issue in the world of mobile technology.
Of course, as end consumers we don't really care which side wins the battle; we just want the best products at the best prices. However, with one side of the industry getting bigger and the other getting smaller, we thought it would be a good idea to weigh up some of the pros and cons on either side using one of the most popular mobile pastimes: gaming.
According to Statista, mobile gaming is raking in $2.6 billion (£1.8 billion) annually thanks to 165 million mobile gamers playing via their smart device for at least seven hours each week. Here in the UK the stats are just as impressive with the mobile gaming market experiencing 21% growth between 2013 and 2015 to achieve a current annual yield of more than £500 million.
With the mobile gaming industry on the up and more people playing games on the go than ever, it makes sense to size up the size debate using this medium.
A Lack of Control
One of the major downsides to Smartwatch gaming is the lack of space for controls. In many circumstances this doesn't matter. Games such as Tennis Racketeering make use of your Android phone's Bluetooth function and the manoeuvrability of a Smartwatch to replicate tennis strokes.
Another area of the gaming world that could benefit from the portability of Smartwatches (and the simple tap and play system) is the casino world. For example, when you look at the roster of games at Pokies.com you'll see that you can play slots such as Starburst Touch "anytime, anywhere".
Playing this game online allows you to spin the reels for a few pence and win cash prizes worth upwards of five-figures; however, thanks to the overall set-up, it means you could just as easily do this on your Smartwatch.
So, while it's true that Smartwatches aren't fantastic for controlling complex games, they do have a place in the gaming world. In fact, if you could spin a slot machine and win thousands of pounds via your Smartwatch we doubt anyone would be complaining about the "lack of control" options.
A Graphical Difference
While controlling certain games might not be an issue for Smartwatch wearers, the graphical interface will be. When you compare Apple's iPhone 6S with the Apple Watch, the screen dimensions and resolutions are markedly different.
The Apple Watch comes in two display sizes (38mm and 42mm) which means you can choose between 340x272 pixels (290 ppi) and 390x312 (302 ppi). Although impressive for such as small device, these stats pale in comparison to the two options you get for the iPhone 6S: 1334x750 (326 ppi) and 1920x1080 (401 ppi).
The difference in size and quality is a major issue for gamers who are constantly demanding more realism. Asphalt 8: Airborne by Gameloft is extremely detailed and playing this game on a Smartwatch just wouldn't work.
In fact, it's this issue that will probably mean the Smartwatch will remain fairly limited in the games it can offer. Simple tap and play apps like slot games, puzzles and shooting games will all work perfectly well on a Smartwatch; however, add a layer or two of complexity and they become virtually useless.
Fortunately, we live in a mobile world of options and gamers won't have to make hard choices anytime soon. If you like more in-depth games then join the action via your phone or tablet. If you want something a little less taxing and a lot more efficient, then try out the latest range of Smartwatch games. Either way there's a size to suit everyone out there.
Written by James Woodhall.
James is originally from Wales but moved to Manchester a few years ago. There, he studied literature but soon started to develop his interest in technology and gadgets and became a freelance writer. His other hobbies include cricket and house music.
Amazon Introduces Shopping App for Apple Watch
Luxembourg—24th April, 2015—Ever had a moment when you ran out of something and needed a quick way to get more? Or have you headed to work when inspiration struck and remembered something you would like to add to your shopping list? Amazon customers with an Apple Watch can simply tap the Amazon shopping app on the watch to purchase items in seconds, or save an idea for later.
Starting today, the award-winning Amazon shopping app is available on Apple Watch in Canada, China, France, Germany, Japan, US and UK. Designed for the on-the-go customer, the shopping app offers a tailored Amazon experience, offering voice search and quick tap features including 1-Click purchase and save to Wish List.
“This is still day-one for wearable devices. And we are excited to offer new ways for our customers to get quick glimpses of information they need from Amazon through Apple Watch,” said Paul Cousineau, Director of Mobile Shopping. “There are times when it might not be convenient to get your phone out of your pocket. So we worked to distil the best parts of the Amazon shopping experience into fast and simple access points from your wrist. Customers can use voice search, 1-Click purchasing, and find all of the key pieces of product information they need. We can’t wait to see how our customers respond.”
The Amazon app for Apple Watch includes the following features:
Search the Amazon Catalogue: The Amazon shopping app allows customers with an Apple Watch to search the Amazon catalogue and find at-a-glance product information such as product name, price, shipping information, product images and star ratings.
1-Click Purchase: With the 1-Click purchase feature on millions of eligible items, customers can conveniently go from search to purchase in seconds, making it even easier to order familiar items.
Add to Wish List: Customers can quickly and easily add any item to their Wish List.
Save a Shopping Idea: Simply say it and save it. It’s that easy to make a note and save it for later.
Get More Information from iPhone: If Amazon customers want additional search results or more product information while shopping, they can simply use Handoff and open the search or product detail page in the Amazon shopping app on their iPhone.
The Amazon shopping app for Apple Watch is a companion to the Amazon mobile shopping app for iPhone. Customers can update to the latest version of the Amazon app on iPhone and the Amazon icon will automatically be available on their Apple Watch. Customers can learn more by visiting www.amazon.ca/iphoneapp for Canada, http://www.amazon.fr/iphoneapp for France, http://www.amazon.de/iphoneapp for Germany, http://www.amazon.co.jp/iphoneapp for Japan, www.amazon.com/iphoneapp for US and http://www.amazon.co.uk/iphoneapp for UK.
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New Apple MacBook & Apple Watch Opinion
With the recent announcement of the new Apple MacBook alongside updated details of the Apple Watch, I wanted to share my thoughts on these new devices from Apple. I am also very happy to share some thoughts from Will Jones of John Lewis below.
Will Jones, Buyer for Tablets and Computing, at John Lewis, says:
"Apple's latest MacBook provides all the functionality you would imagine but housed in a thinner and lighter body with a higher-resolution display. A redesigned keyboard, screen and battery enable the impossibly thin and light design, and being available in 3 colour variants means there will be fresh appeal for existing mac users too. The embracing of a USB-C port summarises the balance between design and function, this single socket will power and connect the MacBook. The introduction of a more portable model reflects a wider trend for fast-working, powerful gadgets that are easily transportable yet really pack a punch. Sales of Apple products have risen steadily over the past few years as consumers choose iOS compatible products, aligning with the popularity of the iPhone, and the MacBook category is one which has seen considerable growth with a +22% rise over the past month compared to the same period in 2014."