Gadget: Lenovo Phab2 Pro
Rumour has it that the new iPhone 7 is being released in September, but that’s not the only smartphone you can look forward to. Hitting the Android market is the Lenovo Phab2 Pro, one of the latest and most powerful smartphones on the market. With a 6.4-inch Quad-HD screen, 16 MP Camera, and 4050mAh monster of a battery, the Lenovo Phab2 Pro is sure to leave an impression on the user. It’s one of the many android phones who’ve adopted faster charging technology, shortening to amount of time you have to wait before you can to unplug it. Unlike most phones on the market, the Lenovo Phab2 Pro is one of the few phones with Project Tango, a project by Google that allows the phone to map its position relative to a room and recognize objects without Wi-Fi or GPS. This allows for interesting software options that involve interaction with the objects around you. While the iPhone 7 is always a popular choice, people looking for something different can always try out the new Lenovo Phab2 Pro.
Game: FIFA 17 (PC, PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One)
With the arrival of September comes the sequel to the successful series of football video games known as FIFA. Known for its evolving graphics and engaging multiplayer gameplay, this title in the series brings something new to the game. FIFA 17 will be the first ever FIFA game to have a single player campaign mode. That’s not all! Player can now play in new leagues, such as the J1 League. Other cool new additions include the usage of the Frostbite engine, which allows the use of new features such as the ability to change weather effects. Fans and newcomers to the series won’t be disappointed by the latest installment of the FIFA franchise.
Project: Tango
Project Tango was developed by Google to give your mobile device the ability to map its surroundings. It does this through depth perception, motion tracking, and area learning. What makes Project Tango unique is that it functions without Wi-Fi, GPS, or other outside signals. It does this through the various sensors within your device and the specialized camera on your phone. This opens up a whole new set of possibilities for mobile software options. Things like indoor navigation and environment interaction can be a new feature of apps. Need help finding a product within a store? With Project Tango, your phone can navigate you towards the correct aisle. Want to play virtual Jenga? With Project Tango, any surface near you becomes a feature in the app. Project Tango is currently being integrated into various products on the market, such as the Lenovo Phab2 Pro
Gear: Apple Watch 2
While Apple is being very secretive with their upcoming products, we know for a fact that they’ll be releasing the Apple Watch 2, alongside the iPhone 7 and the new OS. Like the previous Apple Watch, this Apple Watch will have the same general design. However, the new watch comes with a few new features. The Apple Watch 2 will actually have a GPS radio, a faster processor, and even a barometer! These extra features take a toll on the watch, so a larger battery is required. As a result, Apple has made the watch’s screen thinner. If you’re a longtime fan of Apple, the Apple Watch 2 is definitely something you should consider.
