Tekkie Moment

I was flippin’ through the catalogue of a premier electronics/gadgets store here in the Kingdom and as always, everytime I see those gadgets and other electronic items I am always convinced that I need them or I’d find a need to need those (LOL!).  So just for kicks, I’ve listed them in random order.  Those that made it to the list are (drumroll…):

Nikon D90

I’ve never considered photography as something that would really get into me until I purchased my modest Lumix point-and-shoot digital camera.  My tekkie officemate on the otherhand happens to be an enthusiast and started giving inputs on basic photography and about cameras specification.  The more I listened to him, the more I started to like the craft. Ok, so this is a rather high-end model as entry level for me however, i thought that if I’m gonna buy something it has to have the most features that I don’t have to buy another upgraded version.

The first thing that will amaze photographers about the D90 is its stunning image quality, which takes its inspiration from Nikon’s flagship DX-format digital SLR, the D300. The D90’s image sensor and 12.3 effective megapixels combine with Nikon’s exclusive EXPEED image processing to deliver outstanding images featuring fine details, smooth tones, rich colors and low noise across a wide ISO sensitivity range. – www.gadgetreview.com

The only thing I am afraid of is that this interest in photography might turn out to be just a fancy afterall.  I know myself better so I’ve been thinking about it a lot- as of yet.  Or perhaps I should get a lower-end model like that of the D3000.  Until I decide I really want to be into photography, getting a DSLR remains in the “things (yet) to buy” list.  The bane of having this is that when you’ve spent for the camera, it doesn’t end there.  You will have to buy the lens which are actually priced higher than the camera itself.  At the same time, I’ll be carrying around a camera that is bulky in itself along with the tripod and other accessories.  As a fan of light travellers, I’m not sure if I can handle that.

iTouch Gen-3

The 3rd generation is latest of  the iTouch series.  I have the 2nd generation and the only difference I’ve seen so far is that the 3rd gen version has bluetooth and voice recorder which is not really a big thing for me.  iTouch has been a handy companion for me especially during the Italy trip.  Instead of the earphones that come with the kit, I had mine paired with a Bose “in-ear headphones” (add this to the list) which made listening pleasure even more pleasurable.  As someone who likes music a lot, I guess this would be no.1 if I would itemize the gadgets in this list.  You can also install different aps so there’s more than music and videos to this wonder toy.  I just couldn’t get enough.

Sony Vaio E-Series  

The moment I saw this lappy firsthand in one of the Sony showrooms here, I fell in love with it immediately.  Aesthetically, it’s already stunning but the real kick is with its specs, boasting its Intel Core i-520M Processor, 4GB RAM, 500GB Hard Disk space and LED HD Display.  With these specs, what else could go wrong?  How else could it be possibly a wrong choice?  The only painful truth is that it’s rather costly and Sony Vaio has kept its rep that way.  I wish it was more affordable.

 

HP Pro 3010 Desktop Computer

 

In as much as  technology nowadays is about down-sizing and mobility, I still prefer having a desktop computer to use as something that is intact in its spot in a certain part of the house.  It looks nicer on the computer table compared to a laptop where you’ll see all the wires connected all over it.  Specs-wise, HP Pro 3010 processes data with Intel Core 2 Quad and has a dedicated 1GB VRAM- imagine its performance.  500GB Hard Disk I guess would be more than enough for me.   

 

Samsung Omnia II  

Since I tried on a Samsung mobile phone, I haven’t changed my brand to date.  I’ve switched to about 4 models and currently I have 2 mobile phones all of which are Samsung.  Samsung Omnia II’s  3.7″ AMOLED display gives out a bright and truly brilliant picture quality.  It’s got 5mega-pixel camera and a common observation among the reviews I’ve read is its highly-responsive to touch feature making it standout among its league.  WiFi and bluetooth are inclusive in this 3.5G Smartphone.  Its 800 MHz Qualcomm processor promises a good performance with very minimal lag or none at all.  I’m planning to upgrade my Samsung Corby Messenger with this one.  But with it’s pricey tag, I might opt for a BlackBerry Curve 8900 instead which is rather cheaper than this one.

Blackberry Curve 8900

Say hello to my possibly next mobile phone.  I’ve always wanted to have a “berry” and I guess this would be it for me.  It has lower specs than that of the Omnia II in terms of its camera (3.2MP  vs. 8MP) and  512 MHz processor against Omnia II’s 800MHz.  But then again who would care if you’re holding a BlackBerry LOL!

One of the perks that added to my interest is the BlackBerry messenger system and the TwitterBerry.  With it, you can update your “twits” in class with a signature BlackBerry footer at the bottom of the message as with the email.  These functions though are to be set with network provider for additional costs. 

These are just some of the things I could think of as must-haves for me in this very “tekkie” moment.  At the end of the day, you can have the highest end of the product lines, the most up-to-date gadgets but after sometime they get obsolete especially nowadays when the turn-over gets quicker everytime.  And of course, as human beings we never get contented with what we have.  It’s fun to be updated with the latest technologies but don’t let it get to you to the point that you set aside what’s more important such as bills, rents, loan payments, your savings for the rainy days and of course in my case particularly, my  LO (Love Offering) to the church which by the way, I haven’t given in a while (blushes in shame).