The LG Pocket Photo 2.0 Brings Friends & Families Closer

Hi Huneybees,

Photos are a must whenever I hang out with my friends. It is our way of keeping memories so that we can take them out to reminisce, years after that. But as the digital age catch up, I tend to just keep the photos in my hard disk and chances of looking at the photos again are slim.

That's also why some of my friends have gotten the polaroid cameras, so we can have the pictures printed out, kept it scrap books of framed up. But that's still a little boring as the frames are already fixed and most of the time the photos can turn out to be a little too dark...

So here comes the solution! The LG Pocket Photo 2.0 (PD239) is an upgrade version from its first model and this smart mobile printer is so small and light, I have it in my bag everywhere I go (Size (W x H x D): 76 x 126 x 20mm / Weight: 221g). When I go to events, catch up with friends and family, this adds as an additional activity, additional topic to talk about!

The Pocket Photo printer shares the same charger as my Android phone and using wireless connectivity - NFC and Bluetooth, I can easily print the photos out within seconds. Not only am I not restricted by the frames that comes with polaroids, I can even add the date, different filters and different stickers to my photo before printing out.

Something special would be the QR code printing. You can set to have your information included like for me, I can go to events and print a photo of me with someone I just met, then include my blog link or even telephone number in the QR code. So, he/she can easily remember me and get the relevant information from a scan of the picture!

In fact, anyone with NFC or Bluetooth can do the printing as long as they download the LG Pocket Photo App. The printer is compatible with Android, iOS and Windows Phone 8, and when ever I'm with my friends, we have tons of fun "creating" the photos and printing out our "art works".

The photo paper comes in 2 types - he normal ones as well as the sticker backing ones. Each box has 30 paper for you to print on and each paper is already loaded with the ink to print, so you can even save on the catridge ink! All thanks to ZINK® paper! The ZINK printing technology utilizes heat to activate the necessary color-forming chemistry. Compared to conventional printing processes, ZINK’s inkless paper system preserves images longer, and produces less smearing.

But please don't be a blur like me. The first time when I used, I opened the paper package and threw this blue barcode paper away. (*Oops! Too excited to use the paper, no read instructions.) DO KEEP THE BLUE BARCODE PAPER and load it facing down with all the white paper facing up.

This would then calibrate the paper and ink to get the right colour printout, if not, it will turn all greenish and waste the photo. So once, you have loaded the paper, go ahead and send your photo to print. The blue barcode paper would come out first, don't fret as your printout will come out next....

TA-DA!

Ain't it amazing?! I always have tons of fun printing the photos, especially my little nephew, who would always pull up a chair and start choosing the frames with me and have the photos up on his very own "Wall of Fame".

The Pocket Photo 2.0 is available in White and Pink at S$229 at LG authorized retailers. The Zink Media Photo Paper comes in the following options: 30 paper sheets and 90 paper sheets at S$15 and S$40 respectively, while a pouch of 30 sticker sheets retails for $18.

For more product information, please visit http://www.lg.com/sg/mobile-phone-accessories.

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A Must Have For The Selfie Lovers - Samsung NX mini

Hi Huneybees,

Taking photos has become a habit of mine. I love capturing those treasured moments and reminisce about it as time goes by. And ever since I started sharing my makeup looks and blogging, I'm constantly taking selfies and I'm always on the lookout for good, light cameras that I can bring around with me, especially when I'm travelling.

*Rejoice* Samsung has launched the NX mini, which is the world's slimmest and lightest interchangeable lens camera. It's small and dainty, easy to carry around and it has plenty of lens selection for your needs!

Weighing at only 158g (body only), slim design (22.5mm) and a large 1 inch type 20.5 MP BSI CMOS Sensor, you can simply take high quality, professional photographers' shot with this little guy! You can slip it into your pockets easily and it is extremely useful when you take a selfie or rather wefie. 

It can be tiring when you are holding the usual camera for selfie/wefie as the timer counts down, but not for the Samsung NX mini. A simple tap on the screen will trigger the countdown or even detect the smile or wink mode to have your shots taken! It is THAT convenient!

And with the 75.2mmm (3.0 inch) Flip up and Touch Display that flips 180 degrees and with the ultra slim 9mm wide angle lens, you can easily frame yourselves into the group shots.

The camera features a solid premium metal body with a luxurious leatherette finish and with a selection of 4 colours (White, Pink, Mint Green and Brown), you fashionista-s can easily find out to suit your style.

With the signature modes in Samsung cameras, the Samsung NX mini can easily capture photos in even the lowest light situations, or even in beautifying you for the Instagram picture. Sharing is made easily with the advanced Wi-Fi and NFC integration. 

The exclusive Tag & Go connectivity allows the NX mini to pair with NFC-enabled devices, simply by touching the two together. 

Once paired, you can:

• Select and transfer multiple images to the paired mobile devices through Mobile Link
• Send images to up to 4 devices with Group Share, eliminating the time-consuming and repetitive process of sending pictures to multiple friends
• Control the NX mini via a smartphone with Remote View Finder Pro
• Use the camera as a Baby Monitor, when noise is detected, the paired smartphone is activated via an app, allowing parents to see if they need to attend to their child.

 

The only thing I'm not a liking upon first impression is the way you insert the battery. With a simple compartment on the side of the camera, you can insert the battery pack, the SD Card and charge the camera.

But the way the battery is being protected can be a little troublesome for me. After putting in the battery, you have to push the blue plastic tab down and lock it in. If in any case, the tab is spoilt, the compartment cant be closed, which means your battery will keep springing out. This will be a problem for me especially when I'm taking shots in a fashion show or concert. You want to be able to change the battery fast and this extra step might just hinder it. 

But despite that, I still fancy the colourful body and the vivid shots I can take with the Samsung NX mini. Nothing beats ease of travelling with style. I choose the mint green and hubby had the pink one to match his shirt. Which one would you pick?

The Samsung NX mini is now available in Singapore at a RRP of $549 (9mm lens, available in White only) and $649 (9-27mm lens, available in White, Pink, Mint Green and Brown) at all major consumer electronics stores and Samsung Experience Stores. The Samsung NX mini also comes bundled with Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 5, which is valued at US$149.

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LG 2013 CINEMA 3D Smart TV For The Smart And Stylish Future Home

Hi Huneybees,

Smart features, sharp picture quality, and sleek design, the 2013 CINEMA 3D Smart TV line-up from LG Electronics brings today’s sophisticated consumers a premium home entertainment world. Pushing the boundaries and always developing new innovations, the 2013 TV line-up is packed with new features that are designed with consumers’ savvy needs in mind, resulting in smart sharing of content, smart control of home entertainment system, and smart content that brings a smile to adults and children alike.

There are a total of seven series with most models featuring 3D and smart TV functions like content sharing with new NFC, Miracast and Cloud technologies. These functions supplement Intel's Wireless Display (WiDi) and Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL), which were inherited from their predecessors.

New features

Smart Control 

Inspired by consumer demand for a more comprehensive home entertainment system, LG has outfitted the latest Smart TV line-up with new smart applications and features. With user experience as a primary focus, LG enhanced its Magic Remote to make applications and features selection and usage faster, simpler and more enjoyable on a daily basis.

As a key pillar of the unparalleled user experience, the unique LG Magic Remote available with 2013 CINEMA 3D Smart TV optimizes content and menu navigation, allowing interaction to be as simple and intuitive as possible. On top of the control capabilities of earlier models –point and wheel, the latest Magic Remote Gesture Control allows users to change TV channel by drawing the channel number on the screen. If users find typing a hassle, they can use the Voice Search function available on Magic Remote to directly look for content on the TV including those on the internet. Motion Control is another smart control function, which enables users to control the TV with a bare hand and is a convenient substitute when the Magic Remote is out of reach. Users could adjust basic settings such as volume, channel, input source and power off.

Improved picture quality

A new dual-brightness enhancement film delivers up to 15 percent higher screen luminance compared to their older TVs. There's also a better local-dimming system used for the LA6620, LA7400 and LA8600, featuring more dimmable zones to output a higher contrast and deeper blacks.

Enhanced dual-core processors

These chips make the TVs more responsive and users can expect around 18 percent faster TV channel switching, as well as shorter photo loading times from USB storage devices as well as faster Web page rendering and better video-processing capabilities.

Time Machine II

You record up to 75 minutes of standard-definition TV programs (and 60 minutes for HD broadcasts) on the TV's 2GB of built-in memory. Connecting a USB storage device to the TV increases the overall video-recording duration and activates the time-shift function, too.

LG Cloud

Sharing content across different platforms is now possible with 5GB of Cloud-based storage. Accessing the uploaded photos, videos and music files is catered for through an LG Cloud app, which is available for smartphones, tablets, PCs and TVs. Access your files from any part of the world.

Onboard camera with dual microphones: 

Found only in the LA8600 series, the pop-up camera provides both Skype and motion control support for users. Raising your hand displays an onscreen menu, while clenching it indicates selection. Some of the available controls include volume adjustments and channel toggling. For other models, a USB camera is required to add this functionality.

More information can be viewed in this video by CNET Asia....

The TVs...

LN5710

Available screen sizes

• 42, 47, 55 and 60 inches

Key features

• Smart TV functions
• 900Mhz dual-core processor
• 1.25GB RAM
• 2GB memory
• NFC, Miracast, WiDi and NFC support
• 3 x HDMI and 3 x USB inputs
• Onboard Wi-Fi
• S$1,099, S$1,499, S$2,599 and S$3,299, respectively

LA6200

Available screen sizes

• 42, 47, 50 and 55 inches

Step-up features

• Passive 3D technology
• 200Hz Motion Clear Index (native 100Hz refresh rate)
• Bundled with a Magic Remote and four pairs of 3D glasses
• S$1,299, S$1,899, S$2,299 and S$3,099, respectively

LA6620

Available screen sizes

• 42, 47, 50 and 55 inches

Step-up features

• LED-edgelit panels
• Local dimming
• 400Hz Motion Clear Index (native 100Hz refresh rate)
• Onboard subwoofer
• Ultra-slim bezel
• S$1,599, S$2,199, S$2,699 and S$3,499, respectively

All the 2013 LG TVs are expected to be available in Singapore by the end of April.

There's also a Magic Swivel that creates the illusion of a floating image. The integrated rollers deliver a swiveling function that makes the pedestal stand just as functional. The picturesque effect is accentuated by what LG refers to as a "vanished bezel", which gets as thin as 1mm for the LA8600 series.

Photo credits: LG

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