It would be great if I could update this blog more often, however I'm not to keen on connecting blogger with the official Apple apps as it seems to be causing a lot f problems. However I have managed to update my site quite a bit facing a lot of challenging items which have now been resolved, so pretty happy, that was until another set of problems surfaced, I do like to get things done properly. The site will not go live until it has got my absolute seal of approval.
It has been a good few weeks though enjoying life with friends, well some at least, which evokes a feel good attitude, more than likely how I have been working more on the site at times. As if I didn't have enough to do I have now started studying again so to speak for an upcoming event, more on this again though.
I would like to voice more of my opinions on some of the gaming news and developments however my usual hosting site for game reviews has been down for a few weeks now and that needs to be sorted by the admins who I need to talk to.
Some chill out time with Demons Souls I think now as my new game rental plan (not from blockbuster) is working out really well, so far by renting on my current package I've saved over £92 compared to actually buying them, that's a result, it also equates to less space needed of bought ones.
It seems my IOS-7 review went down well with views and a Plus one which I have limited details on, so more reviews and Tech stories will follow presently once I find a quiet 5 mins.
Sunday 30 June 2013
Saturday 22 June 2013
General update 22nd June
Well another productive few days, although I haven't actually been coding much of the site of late, as I have been busy taking photographs of products and projects so I can generate my web galleries.
After taking inventory I have now found what items are ready to be sold as well and what gadgets need parts, I think I need a larger container in which to store everything, only yesterday I came on a box chocked full of T5, T4 style screwdrivers and spudgers, was a result though as I also found my mini Sherlock Holmes magnifying glass.
Apparently we are in summer now, so am just hoping that it sticks around for a bit, will be nice to get out a bit and visit some nice scenic places where I can do some photographing, I could defiantly use a holiday though.
It's an intriguing time for Gaming tech with the giants Microsoft and Sony still going head to head, with the interesting news of Microsoft pulling their DRM and always connected restrictions in order to try and match Sonys offering, I believe this will be another strong year for Sony not just because of Microsoft's blunder, I'm already considering per-ordering the new PS4.
Not the first thing on people's minds but I actually want to know the insides of a PS4 too see how it ticks.
As I write this I have now edited some of the images for my website so things are going steady. Interestingly I am about to post this from my IPad through a remote viewer to my computer browser which I am looking at instead of emailing it to the computer to copy, ahh the joys of technology.
After taking inventory I have now found what items are ready to be sold as well and what gadgets need parts, I think I need a larger container in which to store everything, only yesterday I came on a box chocked full of T5, T4 style screwdrivers and spudgers, was a result though as I also found my mini Sherlock Holmes magnifying glass.
Apparently we are in summer now, so am just hoping that it sticks around for a bit, will be nice to get out a bit and visit some nice scenic places where I can do some photographing, I could defiantly use a holiday though.
It's an intriguing time for Gaming tech with the giants Microsoft and Sony still going head to head, with the interesting news of Microsoft pulling their DRM and always connected restrictions in order to try and match Sonys offering, I believe this will be another strong year for Sony not just because of Microsoft's blunder, I'm already considering per-ordering the new PS4.
Not the first thing on people's minds but I actually want to know the insides of a PS4 too see how it ticks.
As I write this I have now edited some of the images for my website so things are going steady. Interestingly I am about to post this from my IPad through a remote viewer to my computer browser which I am looking at instead of emailing it to the computer to copy, ahh the joys of technology.
Friday 14 June 2013
My Views on IOS 7
So just caught up with the new IOS 7 preview coming this fall, my initial thought was I'm not sure if I like it, maybe I have become too attached to my current U.I. (User Interface) however, but I think the icons look pretty nice now, still I have to applaud Apple for moving foreword with their new software.
I say that because what Apple have done is re-design the system and what it means to own an I-phone, but they have done this at system software level. What I mean by this is Apple unlike their direct competitor of the Android Operating System is that instead of designing new software and a new phone to showcase it off with an ever shortening list of flavours of Ice cream and such, and disallowing older Android models an upgrade option.
Apple have kept simplicity simple, there only ever exists one version of their O.S., and they allow their existing hardware to be upgraded internally, creating a brand new experience. Unlike Android which are constantly creating a new version of their operating system as stated previous and creating a completely new hardware model to market it.
You could also see this in a greener light as well as it allows a whole new array of features without the need to upgrade from your current contract, or buy a new phone to experience the latest technolgy.
Sure it seems that Apple are looking at what others are doing by adding Animation into their screens, which is what a lot of users want, but again it works across all existing IOS enabled hardware models, including the Ipod, Iphone and Ipad range, all with the same look and feel without any physical upgrades all utilising their current hardware is truly amazing.
The lock screen has also had a little makeover using an animation technique usually found on the Android OS. Every screen has a translucent feel to it which adds to the clan friendly user interface making interacting with an IOS device more fluid, fun and friendly.
The control centre further simplifies things for the user by being swiped upwards from any screen, which then shows you easy access to various options and controls. It is great to see that Apple can encompass all users of their IOS software and further increase the longevity of devices, while developing the new Iphone and Ipad range for example, this has been a strong point of Apple, allowing users like myself to continue using my Iphone 4 and Ipad 1 without needing to upgrade to a new hardware model in order to receive the new features.
When IOS 7 does land I think I will make the transition to the new IOS offering, sure I love the way my phone looks and feels, but I guess you have to sacrifice some things in order to move forward embrace new experiences, after all technology stands still for no-one, all in all I will say I'm rather pleased and impressed.
I say that because what Apple have done is re-design the system and what it means to own an I-phone, but they have done this at system software level. What I mean by this is Apple unlike their direct competitor of the Android Operating System is that instead of designing new software and a new phone to showcase it off with an ever shortening list of flavours of Ice cream and such, and disallowing older Android models an upgrade option.
Apple have kept simplicity simple, there only ever exists one version of their O.S., and they allow their existing hardware to be upgraded internally, creating a brand new experience. Unlike Android which are constantly creating a new version of their operating system as stated previous and creating a completely new hardware model to market it.
You could also see this in a greener light as well as it allows a whole new array of features without the need to upgrade from your current contract, or buy a new phone to experience the latest technolgy.Sure it seems that Apple are looking at what others are doing by adding Animation into their screens, which is what a lot of users want, but again it works across all existing IOS enabled hardware models, including the Ipod, Iphone and Ipad range, all with the same look and feel without any physical upgrades all utilising their current hardware is truly amazing.
The lock screen has also had a little makeover using an animation technique usually found on the Android OS. Every screen has a translucent feel to it which adds to the clan friendly user interface making interacting with an IOS device more fluid, fun and friendly.
The control centre further simplifies things for the user by being swiped upwards from any screen, which then shows you easy access to various options and controls. It is great to see that Apple can encompass all users of their IOS software and further increase the longevity of devices, while developing the new Iphone and Ipad range for example, this has been a strong point of Apple, allowing users like myself to continue using my Iphone 4 and Ipad 1 without needing to upgrade to a new hardware model in order to receive the new features.
When IOS 7 does land I think I will make the transition to the new IOS offering, sure I love the way my phone looks and feels, but I guess you have to sacrifice some things in order to move forward embrace new experiences, after all technology stands still for no-one, all in all I will say I'm rather pleased and impressed.
General Update and News.
After a week long cold I can finally try and get back to business, the site is now nearing completion stage. I was going to add more galleries on my projects, however it seems I have not enough pictures so I need to get snapping again.
It shouldn't be too long before I can get back to finishing my repair of one of two play-station Vita's I have in stock, not to mention sourcing parts to build a custom computer build either for a friend or to sell, so a few things need to be done.
The weather seems to be holding quite nice still which is great, but hope it lasts throughout June /July that would be great, Luckily I have some engagements coming up, kicking off with a classic car show this weekend, great photography opportunity, possibly seeing Superman's latest outing and then a BBQ with some great people the following weekend. All in all a good chance for me to leave my "Bat Cave" as it were.
Speaking off good weeks, it has been in regards to the gaming world, after a very long day and night of watching the Microsoft and Sony Conferences in Los Angles during E3, but it was so worth waiting for, Sony totally dominated and I love how President and CEO Jack Tretton came out at the end and was like unlike some people we do this, oh and we do this, to the roar of applause from the crowds all pointing of course to Microsoft's failed Xbox one reveal. But it was their own fault to be honest, I'm so glad Sony remained strong and further added insult to injury by offering a lower price than anyone anticipated.
I think Microsoft need to stop trying to sell a state of the art computer hub that can revolutionise modern society and instead sell it as a "Game Console", as well as not imposing so many restrictions, then they would do much better.
Completely random I know but I also tuned into Americas got talent last night, oh goooooood whyyyyyyy, some of the auditions were so painful to watch, and cant believe Howard Stern ins on the Judging Panel, still he's not bad really, Just hope it can turn into something better than what has been shown thus far.
Well that's my 10 cents worth as they say, time to get back to work on those website galleries.....................
It shouldn't be too long before I can get back to finishing my repair of one of two play-station Vita's I have in stock, not to mention sourcing parts to build a custom computer build either for a friend or to sell, so a few things need to be done.
The weather seems to be holding quite nice still which is great, but hope it lasts throughout June /July that would be great, Luckily I have some engagements coming up, kicking off with a classic car show this weekend, great photography opportunity, possibly seeing Superman's latest outing and then a BBQ with some great people the following weekend. All in all a good chance for me to leave my "Bat Cave" as it were.
Speaking off good weeks, it has been in regards to the gaming world, after a very long day and night of watching the Microsoft and Sony Conferences in Los Angles during E3, but it was so worth waiting for, Sony totally dominated and I love how President and CEO Jack Tretton came out at the end and was like unlike some people we do this, oh and we do this, to the roar of applause from the crowds all pointing of course to Microsoft's failed Xbox one reveal. But it was their own fault to be honest, I'm so glad Sony remained strong and further added insult to injury by offering a lower price than anyone anticipated.
I think Microsoft need to stop trying to sell a state of the art computer hub that can revolutionise modern society and instead sell it as a "Game Console", as well as not imposing so many restrictions, then they would do much better.
Completely random I know but I also tuned into Americas got talent last night, oh goooooood whyyyyyyy, some of the auditions were so painful to watch, and cant believe Howard Stern ins on the Judging Panel, still he's not bad really, Just hope it can turn into something better than what has been shown thus far.
Well that's my 10 cents worth as they say, time to get back to work on those website galleries.....................
Wednesday 5 June 2013
5th June Quick Update.
Glorious 20c sun outside and all morning spent mostly writing out all the legal pages for the website I'm working on, I think I've covered everything that needs to be, and have created a nice tab view on their own separate page.
Not a bad morning, last night was quite an unusual one, the weather was calm yet the power in the house kept going off and on every so often, not ideal when you are in the middle of a film and have to reset your Xbox all the time. Thankfully whatever the problem was seems to have gone (touch wood, as they say).
I have now got to do some tests on a used but working Dream cast and make sure that it does work completely before thinking of swapping parts with my old one.
Hopefully tomorrow I will be seeing a new film at the cinema, more than likely Hangover 3, its just all go at the moment. Back on the website front and I think I have made a lot of progress with it, past few hours have paid off with some disobedient code.
Overall, feeling like a pretty good week and still feeling uplifted from the effects of a party, I mentioned previous which was all kinds of fun ahh I live for those moments.
Sunday 2 June 2013
Layout change and Birthday fun!
Well I have changed the design for my portfolio gallery layout, in order to keep things in a logical and well presented layout, even if this doubles back on some of my work and causes a lot more coding, standardising pages is a key element to producing a good site.
I have to admit I don't feel up to doing much more work on it today, after having a nice fun relaxing day with some new friends and a birthday party rolled into one yesterday. I think my faith in people has been restored, that can only be a good thing, a cracking night in select pubs was a change, even more so being dressed in a complete White Knight costume.
After 9 hours sleep I still have a loss of energy, mind I think I need to eat more. I say that as I have just made a pasta pot, before setting down to the TV for a bit.