Excelvan BT-1009B Android tablet

Excelvan BT-M1009B 10.1" Octa-Core 1GB/16GB Android 5.1 Tablet PC  with 2.0GHz processor, external 3G, WIFI, Bluetooth 4.0 and HDMI OTG


Excelvan BT-1009B is a cheap 10 inch Android tablet offered at eBay and Amazon for around £70 (mostly sold in UK).

Main Features:
  • 10.1 inch Multi-touch TFT screen with 1024x600 resolution; Newest Android 5.1 system; Allwinner A83T Octa-Core CPU 1.8GHz -ensures quick app launches and ultra-smooth gaming.
  • 16GB ROM/1GB RAM/Support Micro SD TF card up to 32GB(TF card not Included) -store thousands of apps from Google Play Store; Dual Camera -with 0.3 mega pixel front and 2.0 mega pixel rear cameras.
  • Built-in Bluetooth 4.0 -allows easy pairing with speakers, keyboard and other Bluetooth-enabled devices which makes your tablet powerful multi-media; G-sensor; Multi-language.
  • Support WiFi and External 3G Wireless Network -enables you to stay connected on the go and fast web browsing; Support HDMI Output; Support SD/MMC/MS card, USB-flash driver, external USB-hard driver.

Is Samsung HW-J355 soundbar sound system any good?

Samsung HW-J355 120W 2.1 Channel Soundbar with Subwoofer - reviewed

Samsung HW-J355 soundbar
Samsung HW-J355 soundbar

 Soundbar systems are getting more and more popular these days and I personally was very keen on the idea of having one in addition to my LED TV. After testing of numerous brands and systems I reached the conclusion that affordable soundbars are a real waste of money. 
That is probably the case with Samsung HW-J355, especially if you are looking for a major improvement of your home TV/cinema.

Problems and issues with Full HD and Smart LED TV and how to fix them

In depth discussion about different problems and issues with 32, 40, 42 and 48  inch HD and Full HD LED TVs - backlight, picture quality, build quality, sound, remote controls, Smart features, prices

TV problems - solved

Which one should I buy... Sony, LG, Samsung, Panasonic, Philips, Finlux, Toshiba or may be Digihome. We always ask this question when we are choosing our next TV. 
And nowadays there are so many different manufacturers and brands that come out with new more innovative models and suggestions every other week, offering more features and functionalities than before. 
But all we are after for has never changed - good picture quality, proper sound characteristics and of course good price. 

What we shouldn't forget though is reliability, something that is going to save us a lot of time, money and stress free experience. 

Today we will talk about some of the most common problems and issues that we found in 32 and 42 inch LED TVs while reviewing them, showing some major flaws as well as basic troubleshooting advice.

Techwood 55AO4B 55 Inch LED TV specifications

Full list of the specifications of Techwood 55AO4B 55 Inch LED TV

Techwood 55AO4B 55 Inch LED TV specifications
Techwood 55AO4B 55 Inch LED TV
Techwood 55AO4B is a cheap big screen TV with average performance and no special features that are going to attract consumers other than the budget price tag:

Panasonic TX40DX600B 40 inch 4K Ultra HD TV

Panasonic TX40DX600B 40 inch 4K Ultra HD LED TV


Panasonic TX40DX600B is one of the popular 40 inch Ultra HD televisions offered on the British market. It delivers great picture quality and nice set of features.

The TX40DX600B is quite responsive when using its Smart TV features thanks to its fast quad-core processor and good overall hardware. As a downside I should mention the low Energy Efficiency Class: B

Samsung UE65KU6100 65 inch Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR Curved TV

Samsung UE65KU6100 - 65 inch Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR Curved TV with amazing features and picture quality

Samsung UE65KU6100 4K TV review
Samsung UE65KU6100

Samsung UE65KU6100 is a 65 inch Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR Curved TV that delivers true Ultra High Definition experience. This TV doesn't come cheap, offered at around £1,100 in UK it is definitely at the highest point of most consumers' budgets. Being one of the recent best sellers proves the UE65KU6100 is definitely worth the money for this big screen TV.

HP Stream 11 Windows Notebook

HP Stream 11 Windows Notebook - full review

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The HP Stream 11 is a laptop aimed predominantly at students that’s currently sold at under $180. For that you get a portable 11-inch laptop that even includes an Office 365 subscription – it’s one of the key things that makes it perfect for students.

Acer Iconia Tab W1-810 Tablet

Acer Iconia Tab W1-810 Tablet specifications and product review

Acer Iconia Tab W1-810 Tablet review


The Acer's Iconia Tab we are going to review today is an 8-inch Windows 8.1 tablet available for around $80. The tablet features the same hardware as the competition: a bright IPS screen, a Bay Trail processor, 1 GB of working memory, and 32 GB of storage capacity.

Design and features
This is a 2015 model so it’s not the newest tech you can find in the tablet’s world but with current sales you can get it at less than $80 which is a definite bargain. The casing of the Iconia Tab is made of white plastic. A silver-gray plastic rim that gets wider toward the tablet's upper edge envelops the narrow sides. The device's back features a grooved texture. The tablet's weight adds up to 406.3 grams, and it shows good, strong build.

The interfaces of the Iconia Tab are identical with those of HP's Stream 8 5900ng and Dell's Venue 8 Pro 3845. On the upper edge you have a micro-SD card reader, micro-USB, combo audio. On the right there are the power button and the volume control.

The Iconia Tab has a Wi-Fi module from Broadcom that supports the 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi standards. In addition to the Wi-Fi module, a Bluetooth 4.0 chip is also installed in the tablet. You also get 2 cameras – front and back – each of 2 MP resolution thus primarily suitable for snapshots.

The operating system is the Bing version of Windows 8.1 (32-bit), available pre-loaded on the Iconia Tab. Additionally, a one-year license for MS Office 365 Personal is included on the tablet. The license has to be activated within a specified time or it will expire. MS Office can be used on both the tablet and a laptop/PC.

The capacitive touchscreen of the Iconia Tab supports 5 touch points and responds instantly to inputs. The small icons and buttons are hit very accurately after a while when the tablet is used in desktop mode.
The 8-inch screen in the Iconia Tab has a native resolution of 1280x800 pixels. It can boast with a good brightness. The contrast and black level are decent and are on par with the rates of HP's. Acer has also treated the Iconia Tab with an IPS screen so you can read the screen from every position. It is possible to use the tablet outdoors, though the device has to be placed in a position that prevents reflections.

Performance
The device's computing performance is strong enough for office and Internet applications. In addition to apps from the Windows Store, it is possible to run desktop applications on the tablet. The device renders Full HD videos without problems. Like most 8-inch Windows tablets, the Iconia is also equipped with an Atom Z3735G quad-core processor. The processor operates with a base speed of 1.33 GHz, which can be increased up to 1.83 GHz via Turbo.

The Iconia Tab only has a working memory capacity of 1GB - not very much for a Windows computer. That is not noticed in routine use; the touch interface runs smoothly. The low working memory capacity however might be noticed when using desktop applications.

Storage Devices
The Iconia Tab's storage capacity is also identical with HP's Stream 8 5900ng and Dell's Venue 8 Pro 3845. All three tablets have a 32 GB eMMC storage module. The transfer rates of the module installed in the Iconia are on a standard level for an eMMC storage. However, you will have roughly 18.4 GB of the 32 GB available in state of delivery. The remaining storage capacity is divided between the Windows installation and recovery partition. The storage capacity can be extended via a micro-SD card should it get tight.

Gaming Performance
The Iconia Tab - just like similar tablets from the competition - is made for games that are available in the Windows Store. These titles have been developed for "weak" hardware compared with Core processors. Sophisticated 3D games like The Crew or Far Cry 4 cannot be played.

Speakers
The stereo speakers have been installed in the Iconia's lower back edge. They produce a decent sound that lacks bass

Battery Runtime
The Iconia Tab lasts for a bit over 12 hours in idle mode and under heavy load, would last around 2 hrs 30 mins. For this class of tablet, Iconia Tab's battery life is acceptable but nothing impressive.

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