iPhone 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S3 Battery Life confrontation

Two of the hottest smartphones right now are undoubtedly the just-released Apple iPhone 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S3 (S III), launched earlier in the year. We've given comparisons of these two smartphones before but today we want to concentrate on battery power. With more and more of us increasingly using our smartphones for everyday activities, battery life is growing in importance so today we're looking at the iPhone 5 vs. Galaxy S3 in a battery life confrontation.We've already posted many articles about the iPhone 5 and also the Galaxy S3 and so if you want more details on other specs and features, insights and more, then hit the above links. One of the concerns that some had about previous iPhone iterations was battery life being not up to scratch so this time around many were looking for Apple to improve in that department. The iPhone 5 has a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery while the Galaxy S3 has a 2100mAh battery so let's see how they stack up.
Firstly the Galaxy S3 has been the subject of many reviews and the battery life seems to have gathered a lot of praise. This TechRadar review speaks about the "excellent battery life" of the Galaxy S3 after tests on the battery life as shown in a video. Although the screen is said to draw a lot of juice the Galaxy S3 still fared extremely well in tests (that didn't involve the iPhone 5) and of all the devices that TechRadar has tested it had the second highest battery performance.At the conclusion of their tests the HTC One X still had 60% power, the iPhone 4S had 74% and the Galaxy S3 still had a whopping 80% left, an impressive result. The test involved heavy use with both video and photography being used and still the Galaxy S3 held out for around 8 hours. All pretty good news then for Galaxy S3 owners.
Now on to the battery performance of the iPhone 5 and Apple has already touted this as having a better battery life than any previous iPhones. NBC reports on some Laptop Magazine tests included in an iPhone 5 review. The tests were extremely comprehensive and included one that involved continuous Web browsing over WiFi. It seems that Apple's claims weren't over the top as in this test the iPhone 5 on Verizon lasted 7 hours and 13 minutes before the battery was drained while its predecessor, the iPhone 4S on Sprint, lasted for 5 hours and 54 minutes. The Galaxy S3 on Verizon was also tested, among other phones, and lasted 6 hours and 55 minutes.

Zaggsparq Charger Batteries For iPhone, iPad, iAnything

It used to be that we carried spare batteries for our devices. Then Apple sealed its products' cases shut and some of us complained. Loudly. Then we realized that carrying an external battery pack meant we didn't have to power-down to swap out batteries, and that we could now pick and choose the perfect third-party option, and we all shut the hell up.Which is my long-winded way of introducing the new Zaggsparq packs, a range of three battery packs tailored perfectly to your iCharging needs. As long as you don't own an iPad 3, that is.
The current (ahem) Zaggsparq is being replaced by three different packs: the 1220, the 3100 and the 6000. These numbers give you the capacity, which is a guide to the number of charges it'll supply.For instance, if you have an iPhone you can expect one, two or four full charges depending on which you buy. iPad 2 users can buy the top end 6000 and get a 60% charge, or opt for the 3100 and enjoy a mere 30%.iPad 3 owners can suck it. Find a power outlet and take a nap.Other niceties are LED indicator lights, built-in power prongs and the ability to act as a regular wall-wart charger, doubling up on utility.All three Zaggsparqs launch today, at noon MDT (whatever MDT means. Apologies to everyone if I accidentally broke any embargoes).iPhone 5 in front of smartphone pack.Prices range from $40 to $100.
The iPhone's iOS operating system now lets you sign in directly to your Facebook and Twitter accounts from a central location. That means you can share content from your phone to either social media service using the Share button you see on several core iPhone apps. You only have to log in to each service once to enable this function, and once you do, you can share your photos, videos, and interesting websites with a couple of taps. To log in to either, open the Settings app and scroll down until you see the Twitter and Facebook island and then enter your account information. Both Twitter and Facebook will update the contacts in your address book with phone number and email information from friends on those services. You can disable that feature (which can, in fairness, clog up your address book if you have thousands of friends) by switching the Contacts slider in the Facebook pane to "Off.""Find My iPhone" can be a godsend of an app if you lose your phone, and it's the first app you should download as soon as you get your iPhone.The New York Times' David Pogue recently used Find My iPhone to track his apparently stolen phone to a neighborhood in Maryland. I recently used the app to track my lost iPhone to the magazine rack next to my toilet. It's a life-saver, folks.

iPhone 5 in front of smartphone pack

When Apple introduced the iPhone 4S last October, you could sense the initial disappointment. Many people were longing for an iPhone 5. The iPhone 4S that came instead may not have represented a dramatic upgrade, but it was a snappy handset with an excellent camera and a sometimes-obedient virtual digital assistant named Siri. It went on to become the best-selling iPhone to date.Nearly a year later the iPhone 5 is upon us. And what I detect this time is lust. The feelings are unlikely to diminish once buyers get their hands on the iPhone 5 Friday, or whenever their pre-ordered phones arrive.The iPhone 5 is a winner that should keep Apple at the front of the smartphone pack. But choosing iPhone 5 vs. a top-of-the line Android alternative isn't a cut-and-dried decision, especially if you're partial to a jumbo display, such as the one on the big, bold and beautiful Samsung Galaxy S III, an Android rival for which I've had high praise.
The new iPhones cost $199, $299 and $399, for models with 16GB, 32GB and 64GB respectively, on top of customary two-year wireless contracts.At the core of the new iPhone is iOS 6, the mobile operating system software upgrade that will also be made available free (as of today) on older iPhone models dating to the 3GS. Apple says there are more than 200 new features in iOS 6, but the ones you'll most likely notice include audible turn-by-turn navigation in Maps, a digital wallet called Passbook, Facebook integration, VIP status for your important mail senders, and a greater voice for Siri. Of course, the arrival of iOS 6 begs the question of why owners of older iPhones who get the upgrade gratis would choose to invest in the new hardware?
For starters, and not to be underestimated, iPhone 5 is the first iPhone to tap into speedy 4G LTE networks, from AT&T, Verizon Wireless and Sprint in the U.S. Samsung and other rivals may have gotten to LTE first. But LTE (Long Term Evolution) placates iPhone devotees who grew tired of relying on creaky 3G wireless networks when a Wi-Fi network was unavailable. It was a pleasure browsing the Web on the iPhone 5's Safari browser in the cellular fast lane. What remains to be seen, though, is how LTE performs at peak times under the strain of all the new iPhones hitting the network. Also, be mindful of data consumption on LTE; faster speeds mean you may gobble up more data.

PowerSkin Case for Samsung Galaxy S III Adds Battery, Supports NFC

Samsung has been very successful with its new smartphone the Galaxy S III and it has sold tons of the device. If you happen to be the owner of one of these smartphones looking for a case to protect it and need some extra battery life, you might want to check out this case.The PowerSkin case adds an extra battery which has 1500 mAh of power, giving your phone up to 170 extra minutes of talk time or 97 extra hours on standby. Bright blue LEDs on the back to indicate how much power is left in the battery, and it also has smart technology inside to turn off when the smartphone is fully-charged to prevent wasted power.
The case also uses special technology to ensure that the Galaxy SIII's NFC wireless transmissions pass through the silicone material, allowing the smartphone to communicate with other devices placed close to it using magnetic field induction.Synapse makes case for iPad POS solution,Hubworks makes case for using it.The PowerSkin case is available right now for $79.99 (USD).  As an added bonus people to buy one before September 19th also get a free portable speaker.
Those few nit picks aside, the HardBack Case is one of the best options for travelers looking to safely carry their tablet to even the most remote and rugged places on Earth. Whether trekking through the Alps, sailing the Caribbean or simply trying to survive the perils of the modern airport, this is the case to have along on your next adventure. True, it does add a bit of weight to your pack, but if your travels frequently take you to demanding environments, the protection this case provides is worth the extra ounces. With a list price of $49.99 the HardBack won't break the bank either, and considering the level of protection it provides, that seems like a real bargain compared to lesser cases that are on the market.
Fabric Horse is my favorite maker of bike-related (and other-related) gear-carrying accessories. I still use a neat U-lock holster which lets me wear my Kryptonite Evolution Mini lock on my belt, and a utility belt which makes me look like a super-dorky superhero.This case looks every bit as well made, and also super-light (important when trying to heft the weighty iPad 3). Three colors, $65 each.It's quite refreshing to see a usable iPad keyboard case that doesn't break the $100 barrier. With a price tag of $79, it's a purchase you can justify. While it's definitely thick for an iPad case, you can always remove the keyboard and thin it out a bit. The built-in kickstand is a great feature, but the removable keyboard is really amazing. We're also a big fan of our tan sandstone model, but it's also available in red, black denim, light grey, and black.

Boostcase iPhone hybrid case with detachable battery sleeve

If you are one of the iOS faithful out there and not contemplating on upgrading to the iPhone 5, which is expected to be unveiled by Apple tomorrow, and in the market for a case for your current iPhone with the old dock connector, then you might consider the Boostcase iPhone hybrid case.The Boostcase iPhone hybrid case combines a great design and technology into a simple solution, as the Boostcase is a two-part hybrid system that offers a standalone snap-on case along with a detachable battery sleeve, which can either be used separately or combined to almost double the battery life of your iPhone.
The Boostcase shell is slim fitting and finished to a high standard, and available in numerous colours, and offers solid protection whilst delivering access to all the usual areas and ports, whilst the battery sleeve is tapered and boasts a 1900mAh battery, and features a standard iPhone docking plug, which means of course the Boostcase wouldn't be any good for the iPhone 5 if the new iPhone comes with that reported smaller dock connector.The Boostcase is for the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S and features the ability to sync and charge simultaneously, along with external battery and audio levels indicators, with the snap on portion measuring roughly 6 x .2 x 11.5cms and weighing 0.14 grams, whilst the battery sleeve measures roughly 12.2 x 1.8 x 12.2cms (I'm sure that 12.2cms measurement is incorrect somewhere along the line otherwise it would be square), and weighs roughly 0.62 grams.
Anyway, if you aren't expecting to upgrade to the iPhone 5 when it becomes available, and you are looking for a new case for your iPhone, and feel the Boostcase could be what you are looking for, you can purchase the accessory at a cost of ￡59.99 with free delivery by heading on over to Firebox.Amazon also refreshed its line of stand-alone e-readers, offering the Paperwhite, with its own light source. Tablets such as the iPad and the Fire don't work as well in bright light because they are lit from the back. Amazon says the light on the Paperwhite is directed down at the display.Though it's a pioneer in the cellphone industry, Motorola hasn't had a hit since the Razr phone came out in 2004. Under new owner Google Inc., Motorola Mobility is trying to change that.Last week, Motorola announced three new smartphones bearing the Razr name. The $99 Droid Razr M will be in Verizon Wireless stores this Thursday, the day after Apple's announcement.

Synapse makes case for iPad POS solution,Hubworks makes case for using it

When Coeur d'Alene, Idaho-based HubWorks developed software enabling diners to place orders and pay bills via a table-mounted iPad, the company turned to Seattle-based Synapse to develop the HubWorks iPad Case, solving crucial payment and durability concerns.Rob Berger, CEO and co-founder of HubWorks, said the new approach to table service required an interface that would be user friendly and engaging. "By handing over the design of the case to Synapse, HubWorks was able to focus on our core competence, which was ensuring that we developed a breakthrough solution for efficient table service that restaurant patrons enjoyed using," Berger said.
The HubWorks digital payment device is the first to fully integrate Apple products with restaurant POS systems, facilitating an ordering process that is both intuitive and secure, the company said.Merchants have to date been reluctant to upgrade costly POS systems for near field communication technology because so few consumers have e-wallets.Clues About iPhone 5 on Alibaba?In a classic Catch-22, consumers have little incentive to upgrade to e-wallets when so few places accept them as payment.HubWorks offers a solution that addresses the concerns of both parties. Since the time of its launch, restaurants using HubWorks have seen up to 20 percent increases in daily average check sizes, the company said.
As I said before, I wouldn't rule out the possibility of an improved camera, although I don't see Apple taking it past 8-megapixels just yet. We're all expecting a faster processor, too, although it's unclear what Apple has in store for us. Maybe we'll see the Cortex A9 used again, or even the newer Cortex A15.We have just two days until Apple delivers on, exceeds or fails to meet our expectations. We're willing to bet it exceeds them, mainly because the company has had an entire year to develop its newest flagship smartphone. We'll be hitting you with consistent and breaking coverage all day long on Wednesday, Sept. 12, so keep your browsers pointed to TechnoBuffalo for as much iPhone 5 news as you can handle.Chinese Web site digi.163 recently posted photos of the back casing of what it claims is the upcoming iPad Mini. As with previous photos of the iPad Mini's case, the images show an aluminum design that comes with a new 9-pin connector. In addition, the casing appears to show two speakers at the bottom of the device, an Apple logo, and a place for a rear camera.

Clues About iPhone 5 on Alibaba?

While expectations are high for the new iPhone that Apple AAPL -0.70% plans to launch next Wednesday, some Chinese makers of iPhone cases are already moving ahead and selling what they say are the cases designed for the new model.A search on Alibaba.com , China's biggest business-to-business e-commerce site, shows postings by many iPhone case manufacturers selling protective cases for the "iPhone 5."Given that the site is a trading platform for small businesses in and outside China, potential buyers could be, for example, retail stores that want to be able to sell cases as soon as Apple launches the new iPhone.
The next iPhone is likely to come with a screen measuring around 4 inches diagonally, compared with the current iPhone's 3.5-inch screen, people familiar with the matter said in May.The new iPhone is also using new technology that makes its screen thinner, which allows Apple to either make the whole device thinner or increase the battery's capacity, according to other people with knowledge of the matter.The product descriptions for the "iPhone 5" cases sold on Alibaba.com don't include size details. Many of those iPhone case makers are based in Shenzhen, where Foxconn 2038.HK +2.90%'s factories assemble Apple products.This is not the first time that cases purportedly made for an upcoming Apple product were posted for sale on Alibaba.com – it also happened, for example, months before Apple launched its iPad 2 in March 2011.
Iowa delegates to the Democratic National Convention received "Barack Obama: The Official Inaugural Book," a coffee-table sized picture book. at breakfast this morning, which Iowa party staff said was courtesy of the Democratic National Committee. Fitting, perhaps, after Michelle Obama said in her convention speech Tuesday night that when she first met her husband, his prized possession was a coffee table salvaged from a garbage bin.
Earlier in the week, delegates also received a CD of music. That's on top of the goodie bags that delegates scored when they arrived in Charlotte.  The gift collection, sponsored by various businesses, featured an iPad case, a pound of light-brown sugar and a second container of sugar mixed with cinnamon. On the other hand, there was a pedometer provided by a health-insurance company and a mini-can of Diet Coke, just in case anyone was counting calories.

The iPhone 5-We Explore The New Mophie Outride Sports Camera Case

It is expected that the new iPhone 5 will be officially unveiled very soon. As we get closer to the launch of this model we can expect to see a range of accessories surface for this new model. One that we have already encountered is the superb Mophie Outride.Mophie are the company responsible for producing one of our favourite iPhone 4S accessories. The popular Juice Pack Air was a stylish protective case for the phone that had a trick up its sleeve in the form of its own battery. This meant that the 4S device would work even if its own battery was empty. Mophie have been hard at work again producing a case for the iPhone 5 but rather than boast a hidden battery this one transforms the device into an action sports camera.
This may not have been imaginable with the fragile glass body of the iPhone 4S but the new device is set to boast a more rugged metallic chassis more suited to this kind of use. The Outride is a case which is both water and impact resistant which will help it to protect the phone.Prada Spazzolato Case Wraps Your iPad in Flowers and Leather for $390.A wide angle lens is also fitted which is ideally suited to capturing moving images and sporting action. The package comes supplied with a clever mounting system which will help you t mount the phone onto various equipment to capture the best possible footage. An Outride app has also been developed so users can upload their film and also view footage sent by other users of the system.
The Mophie Outride is not the only new accessory to surface for the iPhone 5. Images have appeared on line of a new USB charging cable for the phone which may not sound exciting but actually reveals a major change on the new model. The connecting plug on the cable sports a nine pin connector rather that a 30 pin affair that has been used on previous iPhone devices. This illustrates the fact that Apple have been attempting to reduce internal component size on the new model and a change from 30 pins to 9 pins is certainly a big change for this area of the phone. This reduced internal space will enable the developers to make the model the slimmest on the market with many reports suggesting that it will measure just 7.6mm, making it the slimmest handset ever released. The iPhone 5 is expected to be revealed in the next two weeks so we can expect to see a wide range of additional accessories begin to appear. The Mophie Outride certainly looks like an impressive accessory for the new phone while the less eye catching USB cable does give us clues about the new models design.