Google : Rumors and Speculation

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Google has officially made their wireless service available. Currently its only available for Nexus 6 owners, but that tactic is obviously geared toward selling more handsets. Which is fine, but most likely will be short-lived. 

moving on....

with Google now serving as a wireless carrier, and pushing sales for the Nexus 6, is it plausible for them to extend their reach into Apple's territory?

Rumors have been circling about, saying that Google was developing an Android Wear app for iOS,

and if this rumor has any truth to it....

Apple could be in some real trouble...

What is that company to do? 

Apple is currently focusing on the Apple Watch and its sales, and if Google steps in the way of that with Android Wear, many people that do not like the design or battery life of the Apple Watch may resort to Android wearables , The Apple Watch's main selling point is that its one of the few high-quality smart watches that is compatible with Apple and is available at this moment, however if Android Wear for iOS becomes reality, that will no longer be so. People could actually pair their iPhones with Moto 360's or Asus Zen Watches, some of which are the best smartwatches available from Google....

and there is more...Google and Apple have not had the most pleasant history when it comes to making the same apps available in their respective application stores.

If Apple decides to block this potential Android Wear app, what does that say to the customers? 

It says to us that Apple wants what Apple wants and the customers rights to desire something other than what they make, are irreverent. It may also spark the idea for people to abandon the iPhone and seek that perfect Smartphone/Smartwatch pairing elsewhere...

We say well played with Google, the ball is in Apple's court now. 

They have a tough decision to make, and we here at TechExpo anxiously await their decision....

In Any Event, 

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The Apple Watch

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The wait is officially over and speculation can finally end. The Apple Watch has made its debut. And we hear tech expo cannot wait to dive into the details at this device. So without further provocation, here is... The Apple Watch..

The first detail of note is the fact that this watch comes in two sizes, one modest 38mm and one slightly larger, and equally less modest 42mm variant of the watch. 

But wait there's more.... Along with the two different sizes, there are three different types of chassis or watch housings, that you have to choose from. 

The entry level Apple Watch Sport, rightfully so, sporting an aluminum (rumored to be highly durable) chassis and rubber watch bands : starting at $349 for the 38mm and gradually moving up $399 for the 42mm. (Shown below)

The next tier up is simple named "The Apple Watch" sporting stainless steel chassis and watch band for an increased premium appearance, this watch ranges from $549-$1049. Prices vary depending on the watch band options you choose, along with the chassis size itself Yes you read that correctly.....

And finally, which happens to be the most expensive the "Apple Watch Edition" that encompasses a 18 karat Rose gold chassis, that starts in pricing at around $10,000. Kudos to anyone that purchases this variant, you will officially be..."that guy"...

its up to your imagination to determine if this is good or bad...lol

Now that we've hashed out the prices, lets talk about what you're getting. 

The apple watch (all variants) offers many features that the tech world has become familiar with, thanks to previous android compatible smart watch devices. These apple smart watches have a built-in microphone paired with a small useful speaker, making answering phone calls and replying to text messages a breeze. These new devices also come software features allowing all watch faces to be modified, showing vital information at a glance if you so wish it to be displayed. Naturally you can navigate to such information using buttons and dial on the watch itself but, it's a nice feature nonetheless. One of the most off features of this device is its ability to send hand drawn (by swiping on the watch screen) pictures between your own watch and a friends/spouse's apple watch. (Obviously encouraging people to buy at least 2 per household and recommending them to friends...)

But here is my (Matthew's) personal issue. Apple is and will always be known for radically redesigning, re-releasing and reformatting their devices at or around 6 months of unsuccessful sales...( (i.e. the iPhone 5s and possibly the 6s and 6plus (s) if the rumors have any truth to them....))

So persuading the masses to purchase the first generation model of this device at a price that I do believe is completely unreasonable compared to the competition (like the new pebble smart watch or Motorola 360 ) that offers equal quality and functionality is absolutely absurd.

My advice? 

Wait for a sale....or some sort of offer or decent promotion...to knock that price down.....

Or simply wait for the second generation of the device with might prove to correct the unforeseen mistakes of the first gen model...

Is it a great device? 

Of course it is!

Is it worth your first born child?

Maybe.....

No I'm just kidding...of course it isn't lol

Pre-orders start on April 10th with an expected availability of April 24th..

In any event....

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Android Wear Vs. The Apple Watch - Which (if any) is the wearable for you?

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Alright, Android Wear has quite a few devices in its roster.
 Now apple has theirs.
Obviously they are only (currently) compatible with their respective operating systems.

So the question presents itself.

Which system do you choose?

        I find it extremely hard to decide. I'm interested (for what ever reason) in the iPhone 6 Plus, However I am also equally interested (and rightfully so, being the android fan that I am) in the Moto 360 smart watch/wearable. Unfortunately, both devices are not compatible with each other (at the moment). but we'll talk about that later. 

Today I'm here to tell you about Android Wear and The New Apple Watch 

Lets start with Android Wear.

Moto 360 (shown above)

Samsung Gear Live (Shown directly above)

LG G Watch (shown directly above)

        Android Wear was introduced shortly after Samsung's stab in the wearable department. While the Galaxy Gears were coming in at sub par in the area of sales, Google decided to answer with a wearable expansion of the card system we have grown to love in the Google Now app on our phones. In that particular extension, you are equipped with notifications from a few of your favorite applications like hangouts, facebook messenger, dialer , google maps, gmail and so on. These notifications (based on the cards UI from google) allow for you to have a quick glance at what is going on, reply to such, and keep moving on with you day without reach for your phone. Unlike the former Galaxy Gear products (which were based on Tizen for their interface), these Android Wear devices (LG G watch, Moto 360 and Samsung's New Gear Live) do not allow for you to hold conversations through this particular interface, however the notification comes through just the same.

Now Keep in mind that wearables are in their infancy, and no product is perfect, ESPECIALLY the first few of its kind

Which leads me to my next subject....

The Apple Watch

(shown below)

The Apple Watch, or iWatch as its infamously known, seems to have the same eye-catching features that the first Samsung Galaxy Gear exhibited when it was first released along side the Note 3 in 2013. The Apple Watch allows for calls to be made through its interface, along with text message and email answering capabilities, and of course the notification/map direction feature. The iWatch however is equipped with that highly sought after sapphire glass, and has easily changeable watch straps ( a lot...a whole lot of em.) for easy and quick customization (something apple isn't known for, but shall be well received, no doubt).

For once, Apple shares something with the competition when it comes to wearables. Everything is still new.
Its entirely too early to determine which type of devices will "make it" in terms of longevity.

What should you by?

The Motorola 360 of course, yes over Lg's G Watch and Samsung's Gear line.

At least you have choice on the Android Side. Apple only has...apple lol like it or nah!

In any event!
These have been your technological announcements for Monday Sept 15, 2014
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