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5 Features We Would Love to See in the Next iPhone

 

It may seem hard to believe, but the next iteration of the iPhones are just within a day’s reach for launch, but like many, we’ve already thinking well ahead. Here are a few of the features we would love to see in the next iPhone, and more rumors you to be aware of.

So What New Features Will the next iPhone Have?

1.A Triple-lens camera

There is substantial evidence to suggest the next iPhones will have three lenses instead of two. This will give smartphone snappers greater flexibility, and perhaps improve the functionality of portrait mode.

This would not be the first time we’ve seen three lenses on a phone – Huawei P20 Pro has a trio of lenses. Its possible Apple feels the pressure to keep up the pace.

2.Bilateral Charging

We talked about this in a prior blog post but it’s worth mentioning again. The next generation of iPhones may be able to receive and give power, much like the 2018 iPad Pro. This will mean you could charge your iPhone, and then use the device to also charge your AirPods, for example. It’s a small feature that could be really useful in the real world.

3.Upgrade FaceID

In-screen fingerprint sensors probably won’t make it into this year’s iPhone. However, we may see an upgraded version of FaceID sooner than later.

Instead of simply scanned the shape of one’s face, the new iPhones may use a technology called “Flood Illumination”. This allows the device to see every vein in your face – a pattern that is as your fingerprint.

4.Folding Screen

Recently it came to light that Apple filed a patent for folding smartphone. After Samsung and Huawei went to market this year , it would not be completely surprising to finally see a foldable smartphone.

That being said, Apple has never been one to chase any new fad. Until the company can produce something worthwhile at a competitive price point, we might not see a folding iPhone anytime soon. This might be something we will have to wait for in the years to come.

 

5.Waterproofing

 

According to a report by the Verge last year , Apple already has a patent for a waterproof lightning connector design. It would be great to see it this year.

Well this would cover all the new features we would love to see in the next upcoming iPhone. Do you know of any others?   What are the other iPhone rumors you’ve heard? Share with us your comments!

 

 

 

 

10 Reasons to Wait for iPhone 11

 

Has it been a while since you’ve upgraded your phone – perhaps waiting year over year for the ideal phone? The 2018 iPhones are still be all means, an excellent choice for anyone, but Apple’s rumored 2019 iPhones, the iPhone 11, might be the best choice of all. Those of you in the market for a new phone might be wise to go hands-on with Apple’s latest iPhones before (or waiting to buy) your next phone.

Others might want to start thinking about waiting for this year’s crop of iPhones. Being literally just a day from Apple’s iPhones announcements, the rumors of credible merit have of course been pouring out of ever major tech blog and website online for months.

The iPhone 11 Rumors

Ahead of any official announcement, Apple’s registered eleven new iPhone models in the Eurasian Economic Commission database.

According to Indian blog MySmartPrice , these models most likely represent Apple’s new crop of iPhones. EEC filings often come several months ahead of any release and we’re already preparing for this month’s launch date.

This shouldn’t really come as much of a surprise. The new iPhones will reportedly feature a new A13 Processor, a new camera setup, 4 GB of RAM and a dual-camera setup on the iPhone XR’s successor, OLED and LCD displays without 3D Touchm and Apple Pencil support.

Rumors also claim that the new iPhone 11 ditch Lightning in favor of USB-C like Apple’s newest iPad Prods. Other reports claim the company will keep Lightning as the standard on the iPhone 11.

With all of this and so much more in mind, let’s take a look at some reasons to consider Apple’s new iPhones.

Why Wait for the iPhone 11 Launch

If you absolutely must upgrade your phone, don’t wait for the iPhone 11 if you need to upgrade in the very near future and affordability is a primary factor. This being said, if you absolutely must have the latest iPhone and cost isn’t so much a factor, you’re going to definitely want to tune-in to Apple’s iPhone 11 launch event (being tomorrow!) for all the excitement for the new iPhone before making that decision to buy the phone.

Wait for the best version of iOS 13

New iPhones typically are released with some exclusive software features so if you want the absolute best version of iOS 13, you might want to hang on for that.  According to some credible rumors, the new iPhones will come with a camera upgrade that rivals Google’s Night Sight feature. The feature would help the new iPhones shoot better photos in low light environments.

Wait for the Powerful Cameras

The 2018 iPhones come with Apple’s arguably best cameras, but if the upgrades aren’t enough, you’ll want to think about waiting for the potential change coming with the next iPhone.  the iPhone 11 rumors have repeatedly pointed to a new camera setup. Specifically, hinting at a triple-lens rear camera system complete with advanced 3D sensing (for use with Augmented Reality) and stereoscoping imaging.

 

Wait for Potential Apple Pencil Support

Trendforce claimed Apple would be bringing Apple Pencil support to the 2018 iPhone models but this didn’t happen. Respected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes Apple Pencil Support will come to the iPhone at some point, but he hasn’t said anything about the iPhone 11.

 

Wait for Better Wi0Fi & LTE

The 2019 iPhones might not support 5G, but they could come with improve Wi-Fi.  According to a Barclays analyst, Apple’s new iPhones could deliver support for Wi-Fi 6, also known as 802.11ax.  Apple may take its time with 5G, but there still stands a chance Apple is among the first to offer the new Wi-Fi standard on its product line.

If Apple does install Wi-Fi 6 support on its new iPhones, we can expect better data rates, better service in crowded areas like sporting events and concerts, and improved battery performance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Wait for Performance Improvements

The new iPhones will likely retain Apple’s Lightning standard, but it looks like they will come with some improvements to the internal better and a new charging capability.  A report out of Korea claims the new version of the iPhone XR will come with a 3110 mAh battery which would be more than a 5% improvement from the 2942 mAH battery on the current model.  In addition, it looks like the new devices will include “bilateral wireless charging for charging other devices.” So in other words, we might be able to use the phones to charge other devices like your AirPods.

Wait for Better Speakers

There is a rumor that suggests Apple is making some improvements to the stereo speaker setup.  There isn’t much in the way of specifics, but if you want booming sound on your next iPhone, you might want to hang around and see what Apple does with this year’s models.

Wait for Face ID Improvements

According to some other credible rumor reports, Apple is preparing an upgraded system that lets you use wider angles with unlocking your phone.  iOS will bring improvements to Face ID as well.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wait for New Colors

It looks like the 2019 version of the iPhone XR will come in some new colors.  Japanese blog Mac Otakara claims the new iPhone XR will come in six colors like its predecessor but it looks like two colors will get swapped out.  Specifically, it is looking like Blue and Coral will be swapped out for Green and Lavender. Apple will continue to offer the iPhone XR in black, white, yellow, and (Product) red.

Wait for More Base Storage

Rumor has it that Apple plans to increase the base storage on this year’s iPhone models.  According to some leaked news, Apple’s 2019 iPhone lineup will start with 128GB of storage. Right now, Apple’s flagship iPhones start at 64GB of storage and then jump up to 256GB.  This is a huge deal if Apple keeps the base models at the same starting prices. The iPhone XS starts at $999 USD without a trade-in and the larger iPhone XS Max starts at $1099.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We hope we’ve provided ample amount of great reasons why the 2019 iPhone could be your next ideal phone. Plenty of what we’ve discussed here are based on credible news and report sources but expect more details and specifications to be further speculated on in the coming weeks.

As the new iPhone launch date quickly draws near, we’ll continue to share more about our thoughts and opinions on what the public can expect from the next great Apple phone. Stay tuned as we continue with our insights and what we can expect with the launch of the new iPhone.

What are your thoughts? does what we share here stand for good reasons to wait for the next iPhone?  Feel free to share your comments.

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Samsung Galaxy S10

Samsung Galaxy S10, S10+, S10E: finally!

Samsung Galaxy S10, S10+, S10E: finally!

Samsung did not hold back this year with a Fold version too!

Although it was preceded by a vast amount of leaks and early imagery, this year’s Unpacked was definitely an eventful one with lots more devices coming from Samsung. Let’s do a rundown with the first impressions for these new offerings.

Samsung Galaxy S10

Yep, the South Korean tech-giant took it up a notch by adding the Galaxy S10e this year (guessing as a nod to the iPhone XR) and we were treated to an intro for the new Galaxy Fold too.

 

First off, here’s a rundown of specs for the 4 smartphones:

 

Device Screen Colors (in the US) Price
Galaxy S10 (LTE) 6.1-in curved Quad HD+ AMOLED

(Infinity-O Display)

 Prism White, Prism Black, Flamingo Pink, Prism Blue Starts at $899
Galaxy S10 (5G) 6.7-in Dynamic AMOLED (still to be announced… available end of April)
Galaxy S10+ 6.4-in curved Quad AMOLED

(Infinity-O Display)

 Prism White, Prism Black, Flamingo Pink, Prism Blue, Ceramic White, Ceramic Black Starts at $999
Galaxy S10E 5.8-in flat Full HD+ AMOLED Prism White, Prism Black, Prism Green, Prism Blue, Flamingo Pink Starts at $749
Galaxy Fold 4.6-in display that takes up about 3/4ths of the frontWhen opened 7.3-in tablet Cosmo Black, Space Silver, Martian Green, Astro Blue Starts at $1,980

Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus

After a long period of “will they or won’t they”, the Galaxy S10 and S10+ will in fact be the first mobile devices from Samsung to feature an Ultrasonic Fingerprint Scanner from Qualcomm behind the display, while the Galaxy S10e can be unlocked with a Capacitive Fingerprint Sensor on the side button.

Samsung Galaxy S10

Now for the hands on/first impression reviews:

 

  • Sam Rutherford from Gizmodo sees the GS10 as packed with hard to find mobile tech as Wi-Fi 6 and a new take on the notched selfie cam compared to its predecessor and in the US. Being the first Samsung device powered by the new Snapdragon 855 chipset was also impressive. Meanwhile, the Galaxy 10E can be the phone for those who want a non-curved screen without breaking the bank. Plus, one of the very few who does not have a notch but instead have an Infinity-O hole giving more screen surface usage.
  • Matt Swider of of Tech Radar sees the high 93.1% screen-to-body ratio and in-screen fingerprint sensor is definitely a pro in the Galaxy S10. The painful part is the price and (for the non-Bixby fans), there’s still the Bixby button unfortunately. Initially the same with the S10 Plus sentiments.
  • CNET’s Jessica Dolcourt immediately noticed the S10 Plus as very slippery to the point it fell landing on her purse or lap (yikes). While the Infinity-O display blends with the large screen with slim bezels.

 

Ready to get yours?

 

Preorders for the Galaxy S10 line (all LTE) already started and will be available by March 8! For those looking for a luxury mobile device, the official launch for the Galaxy Fold shows its availability by April 26.

 

You can also check out the offers other carriers are giving for these new devices.

 

As for the Galaxy S10 5G, it’ll arrive by Q2 this year as Verizon exclusive with Sprint and T-Mobile to follow.

 

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mwc 2019

MWC 2019: New wave of devices ahead?

MWC 2019: New wave of devices ahead?

Which one are you excited for?

mwc 2019

Barcelona is buzzing with the Mobile World Congress! With various tech giants getting ready… and some even holding an event before the MWC (hello, Samsung), a lot can definitely be expected! Which companies may be arriving with new devices? Let’s have a look at all the info going around:

 

LG

 

What’s confirmed is LG will be announcing a 5G phone which will be sold in the U.S through Sprint (unknown carriers for Europe). This may be the LG V50 that would include a 6-inch display and a Qualcomm 855 chipset. It will go on sale by March.

Samsung

 

We all know by now this tech-giant has a confirmed press conference which may lead to the introduction of the S10 line. Additional announcements may include the Galaxy F/X (the foldable phone) and even a Galaxy Watch Active.

 

Sony

 

Sony is still getting into the game with its Xperia XZ4 (rumored to be launched some time in the event). It will be equipped with a 6.2-inch screen in a tall 21:9 aspect ratio and powered by the Snapdragon 855 processor. A compact version is still debatable with consumers wanting bigger screens now.

Nokia

 

While this everlasting brand might launch the Nokia 9 PureView “Beholder”  (through HMD) that boasts 5 rear cameras!! Plus, rumor has it a surprise nostalgic phone could be announced too, which they’ve done for the past years with the Nokia 8110 and the Nokia 3310.

 

Huawei

 

We may get an official look of the Huawei P30 which is rumored to be available by March. It will be powered by Kirin 980 and may pack 3 or 4 rear cameras.

 

Xiaomi

 

With a press event schedule for February 24, we may get to see the Mi Mix 3 5G version and the release of the Mi 9 flagship with a 6.4-in AMOLED screen and a tear drop style notch at the top.

 

Energizer

 

Yep you read that right. The battery behemoth will have its own booth where they will be displaying 26 devices. Yes folks, 26 devices! It will include a foldable phone, a phone with pop-up camera, and a phone with a notch and for sure a whole lot more. One thing is for sure, a brand known for batteries should be able to able to produce a device that holds a serious charge!!

 

Which new phones are you excited for? Let us know in the comment box below!

 

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https://mashable.com/article/energizer-26-new-phone-models/#fZTpbOxCAsqS

https://pocketnow.com/mwc-2019-rumor-roundup

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Galaxy S10 and S10 Plus: Launching Soon!

Galaxy S10 and S10 Plus: Launching Soon!

Leaks all around? Feb 20: save the date!

 

What’s confirmed?

 

The South Korean tech giant officially released an invite for February 20 for an Unpacked event in San Francisco with syndicated launch in London.

 

What can we expect?

 

3 devices will come out for the Galaxy S10 line: Galaxy S10, S10 Plus and the Galaxy S10E (or Lite) which is said to be Samsung’s answer to the iPhone XR.

Device screen sizes are:

 

Device Screen size
Galaxy S10 6.1-inch screen
Galaxy S10 Plus 6.4-inch screen
Galaxy S10 E (or Lite) 5.8-inch screen and

 

From the popular Infinity Display and the notches comes now the Infinity-O display for the S10 line. Another interesting new feature is a sound-emitting screen that’s been created by Samsung Display as replacement for the built-in speaker.

 

Will the Galaxy S10 have an in-display fingerprint scanner? So far it’s a yes for all three with the Galaxy S10 and S10 Plus having an ultrasonic tech while common optical sensor. It’s also rumored to be powered by Qualcomm’s next-generation chipset the Snapdragon 855 for the U.S Market.

As for the camera specs, the Galaxy S10 and S10 Plus will have a triple camera system while the E version will have the dual-camera setup.

 

For the storage capacity, the S10 will be available in 128GB and 512GB. While the S10 Plus will have 128GB, 512GB and 1TB options. While the S10 E or Lite will have a 128GB storage.

4G or 5G phones?

 

Initially launched will be 4G devices with the 5G version will start being produced during first half of 2019 according to Samsung’s supplier firms. South Korea might get the first dibs on the 5G versions.

 

For those decided to get one of the new Galaxy devices, get ready as pre order may be right after the announcement while phone release date will be by March 8.

 

Next question you probably might have is how much will I need to get one? Here’s leaked prices for Italy to give you an idea:

 

Device Price
Galaxy S10 Lite 6GB RAM/128GB storage €779 ($894)
Galaxy S10 6GB RAM/128GB storage €929 ($1,066)
Galaxy S10 8GB RAM/512GB storage €1,179 ($1,352)
Galaxy S10 Plus 6GB RAM/128GB storage €1,049 ($1,203)
Galaxy S10 Plus 8GB RAM/512GB storage €1,299 ($1,490)
Galaxy S10 Plus 12GB RAM/1TB storage €1,600 ($1,835)

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https://news.samsung.com/global/invitation-samsung-galaxy-unpacked-2019

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Super Bowl LIII: Ready for the game?

Super Bowl LIII: Ready for the game?

Hut, hut, HIKE!

Ok folks, time for the game of the season!

 

Atlanta is pumping as the Rams and Patriots will clash once again for the Lombardi trophy!  We’ve got everyone covered with a few more tips and reminders before the big day!

Got tickets to the game?

 

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Wikipedia image of Mercedes Benz Stadium

 

Not heading to Atlanta but planning a watch party?

 

Where to watch? CBS will be televising the event and it will be streaming FREE on their website, so anywhere your are you’ll be updated!

 

It also ain’t a Super Bowl party without awesome food that’s worth it’s own touchdown moments! We’ve found these excellent recipes you can serve out! Buffalo Wings are always a must during the game, but watch out for greasy fingers on your phone or tablet! Not to worry, our top-rated Cleaning Kit will keep everyone’s screen crystal clear.

 

Plus various drinks too! From orange juice for the kids to beer and wine for the adults! Oh and hold on, you guys should have a designated driver for safety. Our Wireless Car Charger and Mount will help them through their task of getting everyone home safely!

 

While the adults are watching, let the kids have their fun too! Some play time ideas you can have are Football Word Search or DIY Foam Fingers. Capture the moments on your phone!

 

For halftime, you can play outside with Maroon 5, Travis Scott and Big Boi (this year’s performers) in the background on your device. Don’t worry about the battery as our power bank can pack a punch!

 

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Even though Tech Armor is based in Los Angeles, we can be good sports and say “Good luck to both teams!” (*wink.. fingers crossed)

Super Bowl LIII

Image from Sports Illustrated

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CES 2019

CES 2019: what happened?

CES 2019: what happened?

New tech, a lot of surprises and more!

They say what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas… well, not this one at least!

 

The Consumer Electronics Show 2019 is all wrapped up!

 

There has been a lot of buzz from different tech companies (about 4,500 companies) that came to show awesome new gadgets and open another chapter of innovation at CES 2019.

 

What new tech? We’ve got a glimpse below to help you catch up!

 

In regard to smartphones, the talk of the town was the bendable phone called Flexpai from Royole. It’s out in the market for a colossal price of $1,588. (That price definitely reminds us of the recent iPhones, really).

 

Unfortunately, while it sounds impressive, the first impressions are not really that good — reviewed as having poor user experience and rushed to be released by TrustedReviews. Still, there is a LOT of talk surrounding this technology, so we’re sure to hear more in 2019.

CES 2019

Another new device released is the Honor View 20. The bad news is there’s no certainty if it’ll be available in the US, but it’s said to be a glimpse into how the Galaxy S10 notch will look like.

CES 2019

Speaking of Samsung…

CES 2019 showed no sight of the Galaxy S10, but spec hints were pretty much there: Snapdragon 855 chipset in several countries like the US and Exynos 9820 for the rest of the world. And of course, the much-discussed topic during the event: 5G.

The Korean giant shared that it’s the first company to get FCC approval for commercial 5G approval. It’s likely that 5G will be available for the device straight out of the box.

As for the rest of 5G, it was all the rave as the future of devices during the event but all available devices were not for public consumption yet.

 

Other tech announcements:

 

While Apple is known for not joining in the CES fun, its presence was still definitely felt. They got air time when Samsung, LG and Vizio announced that AirPlay 2 compatibility will be available on their smart TVs. It didn’t stop there: Samsung TVs will also get iTunes. All a first for the different companies.

 

The Cupertino company also took up a whole building billboard to promote its privacy policy.

 

New phones are out from Alcatel too! There are 2 new available devices namely the 1X (2019) and the Alcatel 1C (2019) which will go on sale in selected markets like North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia.

 

As always, Google made its way to dominate the event! Same as last year the Google Assistant got great new specs to share with the world:  to start off, it can translate to 27 languages so travelling can be easier in 2019. Google also teamed-up with Lenovo for a smart clock focused to really wake you up, check the weather and know your daily commute ETA.

CES 2019

That’s it for CES 2019! We’ll keep on the watch to hook you up with the latest tech info out there!

 

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https://www.cnet.com/news/ces-2019-everything-we-learned-about-the-future-of-tech/

https://www.techradar.com/news/alcatels-latest-entry-level-smartphones-offer-up-full-view-screens-at-a-low-price

http://www.royole.com/flexpai-black-6g-for-dev

https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2019/01/07/apple-burns-google-giant-billboard-touting-privacy-ces/?noredirect=on&utm_term=.9848eca9ca83

 

wireless car charger

Snap, charge, drive: The Tech Armor way! Introducing the new Wireless Car Charger and Phone Mount

Snap, charge, drive: The Tech Armor way!

Introducing the new Wireless Car Charger and Phone Mount with fast Qi charging and a secure, one-touch cradle.   

 

wireless car charger

Yep, you read that right! Tech Armor is taking the extra step to keep you connected at all times with your device! You never know when the next important turn from Waze can happen!

 

Charge and easily navigate WHILE driving

 

Absolutely! This wireless car charger utilizes powerful Qi charging for ALL Qi-enabled devices! Charges can go as fast as 7.5W for iPhone Fast Charge and a blazing 10W for those powered by QC3.0 Fast Charge like many Samsung Devices. The charging speed will mostly depend too on your phone’s capacity and the amount of electricity coming from your car. For extra ease, there’s an LED indicator too if the charger is on standby status (red) and if it’s charging (blue).

 

All the while, this wireless car charger is safely mounted while you view directions during your drive! No worries as your phone will attach easily and securely to any car vent or your dashboard with the included anti-scratch and anti-slip rubber base for strong and safe grip! Don’t fumble around with clunky cradles and faulty release buttons, just set the phone onto the charger and it’s locked in!!

Plus: the swivel joint allows you to adjust easily from portrait to landscape mode when needed!

 

How to place in my car?

 

Installation is a breeze!

  1. Plug the Micro USB cable into charger and connect the USB-A side in your car’s power port.
  2. Then attach the vent mount fingers into the air vent slots (there are 2 finger openings for thin or thick vent blades). 
  3. From there, you simply place your phone on the bottom arm of the mount and let gravity work its magic! As the bottom arm drops, the side arms close around the sides of your phone to hold it in place. Charging begins as soon as the phone hits the cradle.
  4. When you reach your destination, just lift the phone up and out of the cradle. It’s easy!

Not a fan of placing in the air vent? We’ve got that covered too as we’ve added a base stand with 3M adhesive you can install on your dashboard (or desk or wherever you prefer for access)!

 

Excellent! I want to get one now!

 

Time to order your wireless car mount on Amazon now – CLICK HERE!  You can purchase here at TechArmor.com as well.

Don’t forget to add other accessories for the ultimate Tech Armor experience—- screen protector, extra cables, and cleaning kits!

 

You can check out our website too for other exclusives! 😉

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Sources:

https://www.amazon.com/Tech-Armor-Wireless-Charging-Compatible/dp/B07HGLYFL5

https://pixabay.com/en/car-traffic-man-hurry-1149997/

 

Travel Mode: Holiday Season Must-Do List!

Travel Mode: Holiday Season Must-Do List!

Packed and ready to go?

Holiday travel and rush is among us, folks! Before the craziness reaches to the highest level, here’s a checklist to help you out:

 

Download travel apps

Our phones or tablets are a great companion when it comes to traveling thanks to apps that can help you search for updates on your flight like Dash Mobile. For road trips, you can get immediate road assistance with NAC Road Service.

 

Know shortcuts and use them when possible

 

Take advantage of online check-in and early screening programs like TSA PreCheck or CLEAR to avoid long lines. Not sure which one to sign up for? Forbes breaks down the pros/cons in their article HERE. It’s also smart to keep an online copy of your boarding passes (on 2 devices if you want to be extra sure) and other files needed.

 

Minimalist packing is a go! 

 

If you can bring just a carry-on, the better! The Travel Channel suggests avoiding checked bags if possible to reduce travel time. You’ll have no hassle with the conveyor belt or at worst: losing any of your bags. If you do have a checked bags, place all important and immediate documents / items with you in your carry-on at all times.

 

Mail holiday gifts instead of packing it with you.

 

Less to bring, less hassle when it comes to your bags on your trip. Security might also ask you to open them if you’ve wrapped it for security reasons. Did you know you can send gifts directly from Amazon to the doorstep of your friends? For example, you can easily send from our Storefront Page 😉

 

Look at the bright side!

 

Flight delayed? Long hour or two in the airport? Stuck in traffic? Take it in as newfound time to have fun! Spend time with the fam, enjoy the moment, play games, take photos and capture memories! (Just make sure your devices have enough power for it all!). Every moment is worthwhile 🙂

Have a plan B-Z on your trips

 

It’s best to be a boy or girl scout most especially on these days. You never know when mishaps might happen like a delayed flight, highly congested traffic (for whatever reason) or your phone suddenly dying while navigating on the road (that last one we can help with!).

 

Plan a long lead time on your travel days

 

Less rush, less stress: that’s the dream when traveling! Take time going through security, checking the bags you brought and even go to a lounge. Relax and enjoy the trip, enjoy the ride… and probably more time to focus on calming and having fun with the kids! Also, know the best and worst days to travel during this season to hopefully avoid them 🙂

Download entertainment on your devices

 

Make sure there’s additional charge in your battery for movies or shows to watch on the plane (if the shows available in-flight are not your cup of tea). For those Also if you prefer a certain list of songs for road trips, download them all to your phone for a fun adventure! Don’t worry about anyone peeking with our privacy screen protectors!

 

Hopefully our checklist will be able to help you out on your trips! Most tech-related needs for your devices are covered by Tech Armor! From screen protectors, power banks, USB car chargers, MFi-Certified lightning cables… we got them all!

Check out our website and Tech Armor Amazon Storefront!

 

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Sources:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbes-finds/2018/03/02/tsa-precheck-vs-clear-reduce-security-time-at-airports/#62ac9486242f

https://ordinarytraveler.com/holiday-travel-tips

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dash-mobile-travel-transport/id459193747#?platform=iphone

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/nac-road-service/id338581505?mt=8

https://www.smartertravel.com/10-tips-holiday-travel/

https://www.travelchannel.com/interests/holidays/articles/top-10-survival-tips-for-holiday-travel

https://www.travelchannel.com/videos/lost-luggage-0192707

https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html/ref=hp_left_v4_sib?ie=UTF8&nodeId=201936750

https://www.budgettravel.com/article/easy-holiday-travel-tips

https://www.aarp.org/travel/travel-tips/transportation/info-11-2013/holiday-travel-tips.html

https://theplanetd.com/holiday-travel-stress-tips/

https://www.smartertravel.com/best-and-worst-days-for-holiday-travel-2018/

https://www.pexels.com/photo/photography-of-airplane-during-sunrise-723240/

https://www.pexels.com/photo/flying-people-sitting-public-transportation-2105/

https://www.pexels.com/photo/photo-of-person-driving-1386649/

https://www.pexels.com/photo/automobile-automotive-autumn-car-228094/

 

iPhone XS, XS Max and XR: which is right for you?

iPhone XS, XS Max and XR: which is right for you?

Learn the features that are important for YOU and choose!

Apple finally released this year’s iPhones into the wild and all are ready to be purchased. Still in the gray area of which one to choose? We’re here to help you out!

Let’s get an overview of the specs again:

Check the table below or view Apple’s comparative matrix on their website HERE.

 

iPhone XS

iPhone XS Max

iPhone XR
Display 5.8-in OLED Super Retina Display

2436-by-1125-pixel resolution at 458 ppi

 6.5-in Super Retina Display

2688-by-1242-pixel resolution at 458 ppi

 6.1-in Liquid Retina Display

1792-by-828-pixel resolution at 326 ppi
Capacity 64GB

258 GB

512 GB

 64GB

128GB

256 GB
Chip A12 Bionic Chip
Headphones Earpods… with lightning connector
Colors Gold, Space Gray, Silver Yellow, White, Coral, Black, Blue, Product Red
Price Starts at $999 Starts at $1,099 Starts at $749

 

Now how on Earth will you choose?… how about some recommendations from the experts?

 

  • The Verge’s Chris Welch suggests to mainly focus on features you need or want the most: display/screen preference, battery or camera, maybe? If you prefer the biggest screen possible with a dual camera, go for the iPhone XS Max. But if you want to have a dual camera that you can easily hold with one hand (especially for the quick photo shots) the iPhone XS is your best bet. However, if you’re mostly in favor of a good balance of specs (with Apple’s newest tech), camera and battery power (with a great display too), then the iPhone XR is the way to go for you.
  • Macworld’s Michael Simon goes for the size of the phones plus the storage options in differentiating them. All of them display the now signature notches, so it mostly comes down to the physical size. The good news is these batch of iPhones are not as large as the iPhone 8 even with the larger screens thanks to the edge-to-edge designs. In regard to storage, all three have the same starting storage capacity but the second and third options are where they all differ with the XR having smaller options.
  • Forbes’ Gordon Kelly discusses the different finishes or materials these devices have for hardware. The XS and XS Max have a stainless steel chassis similar to the iPhone X. The iPhone XR has an aluminum finish similar to the iPhones that came before the iPhone X. The range of colors is a sure win for the iPhone XR with a whopping 6 colors to choose from unlike the XS and XS Max that are only limited to 3.
  • As for Tom’s Guide Henry Casey if you’re looking for a design that’s as Goldilocks would call “juuust right,” the iPhone XR is your best bet with a middle-ground size and an array of features from both Xs models. Plus, the price is right if budget is a consideration (hey, baseline $999 is a lot to cough up and we totally get it).
  • Digital Trends’ Andy Boxall gives the win to the iPhone XS and XS Max when it comes to another feature which may be important for some: 3D Touch. Unfortunately, the iPhone XR does not have this due to the LCD screen composition. Plus, the former devices have 5 options in Portrait Lighting unlike the 3 from the iPhone XR.

Phew! A lot of info to take in… but hopefully quite helpful 😉

Have you finally found “the one?” Or maybe need some deeper thought? We totally understand maybe a few more minutes of contemplating might help. Either way you look at it… prices are no joke (starting at $749…starting). Once you’ve decided, the next immediate step is getting all the protection needed for your new iPhone… the last thing anyone would want to see is a horrifying crack that might become a bigger problem on the inside!

 

Not to worry as Tech Armor has your back!

Check out our different screen protectors for all 3 devices on our website! Other than the screen, let’s go 360 degrees on what you need by adding a power bank, an ultra tough MFi-Certified Lightning Cable, Chargers and Car Mount. Browse the website and arm your new device today!

 

We always take our slogan “You Play, We Protect” seriously!

 

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https://www.apple.com/iphone-xs/display/

https://www.apple.com/iphone-xr/display/

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