Nokia Lumia 1020: Prediction

The world has yet to see the Windows Phone come out of it's shell. Even though this platform isn't taken very seriously, the release of the Nokia Lumia 1020 might just be its coming out party. A phone with a 41 megapixel camera (38 mp actual) will attract many people from the Android and ios systems. I think that this phone will make a name for the Windows Phone and once people see how elegant this operating system is they'll become the voice necessary for future sales. Check this bad boy out! 

Nokia Lumia 920: Full Review

Well, I've been using the Nokia Lumia 920 for a few months now and here are some features that I find extremely impressive and others that make me wonder why Nokia went the way they did.

The Good: 
Battery life - The battery life on this phone is quite good. Many of the initial reviews said they were having problems with consistent charge but i listen to music roughly 1-3 hours a day through my Bluetooth headphones and am pretty heavy on messaging and data. This phone can hold a solid 2 day charge on moderate usage days and 3 days on light usage. Very good battery performance 9/10

Reception/Data Speed - 4G LTE is the way to go.... It's blistering fast.... I've been doing a few speed tests throughout the month in different locations around the city of Chicago and this phone/At&t's network are giving me fantastic speeds consistently. 10/10

External Speakers - This thing is loud, it's loud but it's also very clear. I have never heard a phone that can get as loud as the 920 and still sound good. 10/10

Processor/Screen/Design - I think that this phone is very well designed, it can easily handle being dropped, and its all that you could ask hardware-wise but I'll get to the camera a little later... 7/10

The Bad:
Disclaimer: When I say bad I just mean that I've had some slight issue I'm not saying these things are a deal breaker.
Camera - I have noticed that the camera is very picky when it comes to taking close ups, as well as, when there is movement. Taking pictures of playful kittens running around is almost impossible. In order to take a picture of something a few inches away you MUST change the camera settings to close up mode and even then its a crapshoot. That being said, this camera is very capable of taking beautiful pictures and I think its worth the hassle of taking a couple more pictures to getting that perfect shot. 6/10

Outer casing - The feel of this phone is very nice and comfortable, but i have noticed that if your hand become fairly dry the phone has the tendency to slide right out if you're not careful. Also, don't ever plan on setting it on a non grip surface that's on an angle, IT WILL SLIDE. 6/10

OVERALL
This is a great phone, the best I've ever had. If you're looking for a nice device that can do anything you would want a smartphone to do this is the way to go.

Asus Transformer TF101 32gb

This summer I picked up and Asus Transformer TF101 with the docking station and I have to say that this is a very nice tablet for the money. I bought it primarily for taking notes, reading pdf's, browsing and portability and it surpassed all my expectations and then some. This tablets runs the latest version of Android and has incredible battery life (10 hours on tablet and 8 more hours with the docking station, 18 hours total). I find it almost impossible to kill the battery on this beast. If you're looking for an affordable tablet took no further and check out the transformer series from Asus.

Nokia Lumia 900

So are you looking for the ultimate Windows phone? Well look no further, because you can get the Nokia Lumia 900 for $99 or FREE if you are an At&t customer. This phone boasts a 4.3 inch AMOLED screen, 8MP primary camera, 1MP front-facing camera, 1.4 GHz processor, 16GB storage and excellent battery life. Comparing this to other Windows Phones this is definitely one of my top picks and I just might pick one up for myself. Check this phone out and you will not be disappointed!

The New Apple iPad (iPad HD/3)

Today Apple unveiled its newest iPad and it will be available to purchase on March 17, 2012. This new iPad boasts a 1536 x 2048 pixel resolution, double that of the iPad 2. It also has improved battery life, 4g data compatibility, better cameras and a faster processor. In comparison to the iPad 2 this device will definitely outperform its predecessor but only if you're willing to dish out the hefty price tag. The starting price is still the same as the iPad 2: $499 for 16 gigabytes of memory, $599 for 32GB and $699 for 64GB but Apple will be cutting the 16 GB iPad 2 by $100 to $399. If you're in the market for a tablet device you should check out Apples latest creation and see what you think.

Motorola Droid RAZR and the Motorola MOTOACTV

The Droid RAZR by Motorola is the future of smartphones and has the features to back it up. This phone has a dual-core 1.2GHz processor, an 8MP primary camera with a 1.3MP front facing camera, a huge 4.3-in. Super AMOLED Advanced qHD screen, and 16gb of internal memory with a 16gb microsd installed expandable to 32gb giving this phone a potential 48gb of memory! With a super slim design, light weight, 4G LTE network and ANDROID platform this is a great phone to have. In my opinion the only negative would be the price tag, which is $300. This device also can connect wirelessly to a device that truly impressed me. The Motorola MOTOACTV.

The little device is the future of wrist technology, so it only makes sense that I link them together. I have always been a fan of Motorola's products and this "smartwatch", as I call it, has impressive functionality. This is the dream of anyone who runs or works out and can store your music, monitor your heart rate, and also track your location giving accurate running distances.  

Samsung Galaxy S II

If you're looking for the next generation of smartphone look no further. This is one of the thinnest, lightest, and fastest smartphones on the market and is turning a lot of heads. The Samsung Galaxy S II 4G boasts a huge 4.3 super AMOLED plus display, an 8MP camera with a 2MP front facing camera, a dual core processor, Bluetooth 3.0, optional 16gb or 32gb of memory(32gb expandable), and many more features that put it in the front of the pack. This is the definition of computing on the go.

Samsung Droid Charge

The Samsung Droid Charge has some of the best specifications of any smartphone to date, which is why this phone will be the new industry standard. To begin, this phone has a HUGE crystal-clear display. It's 4.3 super AMOLED Plus screen is one the of the best screens you can get for a phone and because it has an 8MP camera you can view your high resolution pictures in full detail. With up to 32GB of storage(2GB built in) you can storage all your favorite pictures and music no problem. It also has a fast processor, the newest Bluetooth technology, an addition 1.3MP front facing camera and supports flash so you the entire internet at your fingertips. In my opinion, if you are a Verizon customer this is a great option if you want a killer smartphone.

Apple Iphone 4

The Apple Iphone 4, a phone for all people regardless of age, experience or profession. This phone started the touchscreen revolution and continues to make a huge impact in the smart phone market. Even though its earlier generations lacked key features, the Iphone 4 takes the cake in the endless popularity contest of having the latest Apple product. The specifications of the phone are quite impressive with up to 32gb of memory, a 5MP camera, an incredibly clear almost unreal screen resolution along with every other amenity in the book. In my opinion, this phone is a great phone for someone just starting out in the smart phone world but I wouldn't recommend it for someone who has experience. Another drawback is the price. If you already enjoy Apple products this phone is extremely recommended for you.

Samsung Focus, Windows Phone 7

I've been using a Samsung Focus for almost a year now and I have to say I'm never going back. I've always been a fan of the Windows mobile interface even back to 6.1 but this phone takes the cake.

One of my favorite features of this phone is the built in Zune player. I've never used the Zune media player before this phone and even though I don't like the Computer interface I think the phone's Zune player is far superior to the Apple Iphone's player. The Focus takes beautiful pictures with it's 5MP camera and battery last all day browsing the web, sending texts and taking pictures. I would suggest this phone to anyone looking into buying a smartphone and I promise you will not be disappointed.