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The Gadget Man – Episode 18 – Samsung Galaxy S5 and LG G3

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This week we chat about the alternatives to iPhones that are available.

Most popular is the Samsung Galaxy S5 with its faux leather back and amazing functions. We also talk about the LG G3 which has an amazing Quad HD screen and laser focus camera technology. Both devices can record 4K video and a massive amount of other functions.

Thanks as ever to Iyesha and Laura at Kazoo for the loan of the Galaxy S5 and also thanks to LG One for the loan of the G3

 

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The Gadget Man – Episode 17 – Samsung Smart TV – Open WIFI – Shellshocked

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This week we talk about the Samsung Series 6 32″ Smart LED TV, the potential dangers of connecting to open WiFi access points and the worldwide server vulnerability better known as ‘shellshocked’.

Lots of exciting things coming up included more electric car fun from BMW. Don’t forget to subscribe via iTunes or your favourite podcast software, you can also find us on Google Play Newsstand.

 

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The Gadget Man Episode 16 – Autographer

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This week’s gadget is one that is difficult to place in a category. It’s a wearable camera that requires no intervention by the wearer. Using it’s multitude of sensors, it decides the best time to take a photo. We’ll be reviewing it in full shortly, in the mean time listen to the stream with Mark Murphy.

Matt's hands and Mark Murphy taken by the Autographer at BBC Radio Suffolk
Matt’s hands and Mark Murphy taken by the Autographer at BBC Radio Suffolk
BBC Radio Suffolk taken by the Autographer
BBC Radio Suffolk taken by the Autographer

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Asus Zenfone 6, a whole lot of phone at a great price!

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Asus have chosen a great colour scheme to show off their intel powered device
Asus have chosen a great colour scheme to show off their intel powered device

The Zenfone 6, the largest phone yet in the Asus phone series, boasts some impressive figures. It has a 6-inch 1,280 x 720 pixel IPS screen with great possibilities for gaming and media consumption, has a fantastic battery life considering the activities preferred by the device and has a sleek, black design which matches the Asus brand image. Continue reading Asus Zenfone 6, a whole lot of phone at a great price! →

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Gadget Man – Episode 15 – Big Screen Phones!!

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Following Apple’s iPhone 6 and 6 plus announcement last week, we talk about big screen phones, notably the Asus Zenfone 6 and the LG G3. The Asus Zenfone features a 6 inch 720p screen with the phone running using Intel’s Atom processor (similar to what you would find in some of your computers). The LG G3 features and incredible 1440p Quad HD screen which is mind blowing to view and also a laser focus camera which gives super fast focusing in photos.

BBC Radio Suffolk are also in the middle of upgrading their kit and this episode was recorded in a spanking new studio.

We’ve included photos of the Asus Zenfone 6 and LG G3

ASUS Zenfone 6 - Intel® Atom™ Z2580 ( 2.0 GHz ), 2GB RAM, 16GB Memory, 6in 720p, IPS multi-touch, 3300mAh, 13mp PixelMaster Camera
ASUS Zenfone 6 – Intel® Atom™ Z2580 ( 2.0 GHz ), 2GB RAM, 16GB Memory, 6in 720p, IPS multi-touch, 3300mAh, 13mp PixelMaster Camera – available off contract for around £210.

 

LG G3, Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 Quad Core 2.5Ghz, 5.5in 1440 x 2560 LCD touchscreen. 16GB , 2GB Ram, 13mp rear camera- £404.47
LG G3, Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 Quad Core 2.5Ghz, 5.5in 1440 x 2560 LCD touchscreen. 16GB , 2GB Ram, 13mp rear camera -availble off contract for around £400.00.

 

The 'All New' studio at BBC Radio Suffolk, modelled here by Mark Matthews!!
The ‘All New’ studio at BBC Radio Suffolk, modelled here by Mark Matthews!!

Big thanks to Sammy at HotWire PR for the loan of the ASUS Zenfone 6 and for LG-One for the loan of the LG G3

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Gadget Man – Episode 14 – Renault Zoe

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The Renault Zoe, Kindly provided by Peter at Bristos Ipswich
The Renault Zoe, Kindly provided by Peter at Bristos Ipswich

This week we review the Renault Zoe Electric Car. This is a full sized 5 door hatchback and it really was absolutely amazing to drive. If you haven’t test driven an electric vehicle, you should. You will be surprised at the performance and comfort.

Massive thanks to ‘Electric’ Pete Frost at Bristos Renault for being so helpful at a very busy time!!

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Above image displayed in the Renault Zoe over the weekend!!

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Gadget Man – Episode 13 – Renault Twizy

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This week Mark and Matt chat about the Renault Twizy 2 seater electric car.

Matt spent a day reviewing the vehicle last week and today he tells us how he got on with this unique, quirky little vehicle.

Thank you very much to Peter Frost at Bristos in Ipswich for the loan of the Twizy.

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Gadget Man – Episode 12 – Nokia Lumia 2520 and Nokia Lumia 630

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Over the past few weeks, we have been testing the Nokia Lumia 2520 tablet and Nokia Lumia 630 smart phone. Both excellent devices in their categories; Matt talks to Mark Murphy about them Mark gets hands on.

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Batribike Granite Pro, two tone kerb appeal that throttles the competition

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Continuing on our series of electric bike reviews, we took delivery of a wonderful looking Granite Pro from UK based electric bike manufacturer Batribike.  It seems the British company has a very handy card up their sleeves when it comes to building electric bikes, read on to find out. Continue reading Batribike Granite Pro, two tone kerb appeal that throttles the competition →

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Gadget Man – Episode 11 – Batribike Granite Pro – Pedal Assisted Electric Bike with a THROTTLE!!

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This week we talk exclusively about the Batribike Granite Pro, a super pedal assisted ebike, with the added feature of a throttle.

We were very impressed by this bike, it was extremely well built, comfortable and the throttle was just an amazing addition for when you want a rest from pedalling, but can happily continue to propel you along at 15mph.

We will be uploading a full review of the Granite Pro in the next couple of days.

I would however like to thank Sue from Batribike for delivering the bike to us personally last week and picking it up again today. It made such a difference having a fully working ebike delivered to our door.

If you are interested in finding out more about Batribike, you can go to their website at http://www.batribike.com or call them on 01427 787774 and don’t forget to tell them Gadget Man referred you 🙂