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15<br />
and Gadgets<br />
December Issue 2010<br />
www.seren.bangor.ac.uk<br />
ios 4 update brings much needed<br />
iphone features to the ipad<br />
Multitasking and folders were something the iPad lacked, but now with the iOS 4.2<br />
updated software, this is no longer a problem, making your iPad ownership much<br />
easier. Other features include Airprint which brings about wireless printing, Airplay<br />
which enables wireless digital streaming to your Apple TV, improved mail and a snazzier<br />
version of the iPhone’s Game Centre. iPad users aren’t the only people to benefit from<br />
the update either, iPhone and iPod Touch users also get Airprint and Airplay with the<br />
update. Not only that, but you can now use different fonts on Notes! And if any of you<br />
manage to lose your Apple product, Find My iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch works with<br />
Mobile Me to track down your device.<br />
Self stirring mug amazes!<br />
Meet the cup that means you never have to pick up a spoon again! The Plain<br />
Lazy Self Stirring Mug simply requires 2 AAA batteries and the rest is history.<br />
Simply press the button which is conveniently located where you thumb lands<br />
on the handle, and self stir away! The only thing more amazing than this<br />
gadget is the price - it can be yours for £9.95 from www.prezzybox.com<br />
fivepoint gloves save you from<br />
the cold.<br />
Those of you with touchscreen phones or other touchscreen gadgets will<br />
be aware of the devastation faced when you have to take your gloves off in<br />
these temperatures to use it outside. Well fear no more, FIVEPOINT have<br />
created the glove that finally allows us to use our touchscreens without<br />
having to brave the cold. Check out www.fivepointgloves.com for a full list<br />
of gadgets that the glove is compatible with. It works with all Apple products<br />
and the following mobiles: HTC Desire, Samsung Galaxy S, Motorola Droid,<br />
Nokia N900, Sony Ericsson Satio and the Palm Pre Plus. It also works with<br />
some touchscreen cameras and portable media players. They’re yours for<br />
£24.99, bargain.<br />
App of the month:<br />
100,000 users can’t be wrong can they Because that’s how<br />
many people have downloaded this cool little application in its<br />
first week of being available. Instagram allows you to edit your<br />
pictures with a cool collection of different filters that transform<br />
your photos. Not only that, but it attaches your location and lets<br />
you share with Twitter, Tumblr, Flickr, Facebook and Foursquare.<br />
Pretty nifty yes Check out Creative Corner for some examples.<br />
Application: Instagram<br />
Available from: iTunes<br />
Price: FREE<br />
Compatible with: iPhone,<br />
iPod Touch<br />
iPad
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