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iOS Photography & Video

Google’s Motion Stills app creates fun GIFs & movies from your Apple Live Photos

I love Apple’s Live Photo feature because it’s a brilliant way to capture a moment beyond a static photograph. The combination of audio with that brief second before and after creates a fun and interactive memory. Sharing those Live Photos is a problem though since they need to be created into GIFs before you can…

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Photography & Video Smartphone & Tablet Accessories

Give your iPhone DSLR controls with the Pictar camera grip

If you love taking photos and videos with your iPhone but want a more comfortable, DSLR-like feel to the experience, miggo’s Pictar camera grip is going to grab your attention. Currently undergoing a Kickstarter campaign that has reached half of its goal with 35 days still to go, this $90 gadget has been built to…

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Docks & Stands Smartphone & Tablet Accessories

Native Union Docks for iPhone & Apple Watch (Review)

The Good: Native Union’s Docks combine beautiful and minimal design, solid build quality and versatile functionality. The Bad: The docks could be a touch heavier, and the pricing may be considered steep for what’s effectively just a dock. The Bottom Line: A recommended buy if you’re looking to add a touch of style to your…

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Smartphones

Apple Launches iPhone SE: Not Revolutionary, But It’s What People Want

For me, Apple’s iPhone SE was the most notable of their announcements at their recent keynote; a smaller iPhone that takes us back a few years to the days of the 5, 5S and 5C. Apple have basically launched this 4 inch iPhone to give some variation to their portfolio of 4.7 and 5.5 inch iPhones, broadening their…

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Photography & Video Smartphone & Tablet Accessories

Aukey Optic Pro Lens Review: An Affordable Wide Angle Lens For iPhone

The Good: An affordable photography accessory, well constructed and is versatile enough to be used on various smartphones. The Bad: The image quality could be better, since it leaves a soft focus and lacks the definition of the standard camera lens. The Bottom Line: For the price, the Aukey would make a nice little photography companion for your…

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Smartphone Cases Smartphones

iPhone 6s Plus Cases Roundup: My Favourite Cases

Ever since dropping my iPhone 6 and seeing the camera lens get cracked, I’ve decided to play it safe and keep my new iPhone 6s Plus protected at all times. Annoyingly, it adds to the already large size of the phone but it’s a compromise I’m willing to make right now in order to settle…

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Apple Smartphones

Is It Really That Bad If Apple Ditches Headphone Jacks On iPhones?

Rumours going around right now say that Apple’s going to ditch the traditional 3.5mm headphone jack  on your iPhone. While I can understand some of the frustration surrounding this, I really don’t see what all the fuss is about. Before you grill me or label me as an Apple fanboy for saying that, hear me out… Tech is going…

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Audio Smartphone Cases

Arcam’s MusicBoost iPhone Case Improves Audio Quality & Charges Battery

The iPhone accessory market is full of very cool products, and Arcam’s new MusicBoost case is the latest to join that list. At a light weight of just 100 grams and enough juice to fully recharge your iPhone, the MusicBoost has four uses in one: it’s a protective case, DAC (Digital to Analogue Converter), headphone…

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Apple

Christmas Deals: PayPal Offers 0% Finance On Apple Store Purchases

Ready to treat yourself this Christmas? PayPal has teamed up with Apple to offer us 0% finance on all purchases over the value of £99. Considering the premium (and sometimes even overpriced) price tags on Apple’s tech, this sort of deal is awesome for spreading costs across the year. The caveat is that this offer…

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Smartphone Cases

Twelve South SurfacePad Review: An Elegant Case for iPhone 6S Plus

SurfacePad for iPhone 6s and 6s Plus is a premium, genuine leather jacket/case that’s designed to protect your iPhone with an elegant look and feel.