Apple Watch Series 3 vs Series 5 – Which One to Buy

Today, we’re going to compare the Apple Watch Series 3 with the new Apple Watch Series 5. There are two different Apple Watches that are currently available and there’s a gap in the middle with the Apple Watch 4, which they stopped selling. I recently made a video about the Apple Watch Series 4 vs the Series 5, because the Series 4 is still available, just not directly from Apple. If that interests you, check out the video. Apple Watch Series 5: https://ift.tt/2ontxdk Watch Series 3: https://ift.tt/366dP7o If you’re trying to decide between the three and the five, which are the versions that are still available right now, there are a lot of things to consider, so let’s go through the differences so we can determine if it’s worth spending the extra money on the Apple Watch 5.” The Apple Watch Series 3 is priced really well and it’s a direct competitor to a lot of other fitness devices out there such as the Fitbit Versa, which I compared the Apple Watch 3 to a Fitbit Versa 2 in another video. So, you’ll want to check that out as well. I love comparisons. I like putting up technology against each ...

Top 5 iPhone 11 Pro Max Cases On Amazon

Today, we’re going to look at the top five cases I was able to find on Amazon for the iPhone 11 Pro. These cases are available not only for the regular Pro but also for the 11. Actually, these cases are available for a lot of different devices, but they’re highly rated on Amazon and I’m always looking for a good case for my phone to protect it and give it a little bit of just maybe more grip-ability. So we’re going to dive right in. These cases we’re going to be looking at are cases that are on Amazon and they’re priced rather budget-friendly. So if you’re looking for something to protect your new investment, these cases are really good options for the money. SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Our first case is from SUPCASE. This is the Unicorn Beetle. They’ve got this case available in different colors and different sizes for the different devices. This one is more of a minimal case. It’s a clear backed case and you can see the back glass of your phone really easily. So this case is pretty nice, pretty simple, very minimal. The case has really a nice fit. I like that I ...

How Dual SIM on the iPhone Works

In 2018, Apple announced support for two phone lines on the iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max but it wasn’t supported by the major carriers right away. I have had dual SIM phones in the past that left a lackluster experience with having two lines on a phone. After waiting to see others report of their experience, I decided to try it myself. In this video and the article below, I show you how well it works. If you are considering adding a second line to your iPhone, now is no better time! Considering buying a new iPhone? Check out these links: iPhone XS Max: https://ift.tt/2FjpsLD XS: https://ift.tt/2unJCz8 Xr: https://ift.tt/2FiAZuB Hey, what’s up? It’s Jerad with State of Tech. Today I’m going to tell you everything that I know about the iPhone using two lines on the iPhone. Now in 2018 when Apple released the iPhone 10s, 10s Max and 10r, the phone supported dual SIM functionality. Now it doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to put two SIM cards in it. Essentially the phone still takes one SIM, but it also comes with an eSIM. An eSIM is a digital SIM card essentially hardwired end of the phone the ...

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active vs Fitbit Versa

Considering a new smartwatch activity tracker? Most would think of the Fitbit Versa but what about the Samsung Galaxy Active? In this video and article, I compare both. Samsung Galaxy Watch Active: https://ift.tt/2CqqlRT Fitbit Versa: https://sot.show/versa Hey, what’s up? It’s Jerad with State of Tech and today we’re going to take a look at two different smartwatches one from Fit Bit called the Versa, one from Samsung called the Galaxy Watch Active. Now, the watches do a lot of things that are very similar, but there are some differences and that’s why I wanted to talk about them. I think a lot of people assume that a Samsung watch is only good for Samsung phones or perhaps maybe Android, and they don’t think that this watch actually can be used cross-platform even if you’re on an iPhone. Just like the Fit Bit, you can use it on iPhone or Android. The Samsung watch definitely allows for that as well. So, what are the main differences in these devices? Well, they’re both relatively around the same size. The screen sizes are about the same. The Fit Bit Versa has a square versus the Galaxy Watch Active which has a round face. ...

Are Airpods Worth The Money?

The #1 question I get asked most about my Airpods is “Are they worth it,” or “Are they worth the money?” Let’s answer that question. Airpods: https://ift.tt/2Cp3nL4 Lew from Unbox Therapy: I’ve got a confession to make. I was starting to feel a bit guilty here. I’m being honest. I’m being transparent. In front of me, I mean, you know this product. This product became such a meme. It’s crazy how it picked up steam after the fact, after it came out. I mean, when it came out, there were- Jerad: Okay, so I don’t watch every single Unbox Therapy video, but sometimes, I am just drawn in. When Lew started talking about the AirPods, it made me think because I know he appreciates good quality audio, and his confession was most likely going to be that these have become his go-to headphones, so I wanted to hear what he had to say. It resonated with me for a couple of different reasons. Now, I tend to use these headphones all the time. It’s not just because lately I’ve been on the iPhone predominately. I have been on the iPhone a lot more predominately, of course, now that I have ...

Can You Turn The Screen Black, Yellow or Red with These Puzzle Games?

My latest addiction is these puzzle games where you have to turn the screen black, yellow, or red. Each puzzle is a brain twist that will keep you guessing and tapping on your screen like a mad man. It’s so much fun. Price: Free (In-app purchase available to unlock hints)Download Black for iOSDownload Red for iOSDownload Yellow for iOSDownload Black for AndroidDownload Red for AndroidDownload Yellow for Android

The Best Mail Client Newton Mail Returns!

Arguably the best email app for all platforms returns. Newton Mail is back and I can’t be happier. Newton Mail brings the best email functionality and pairs it with productivity. Price: Free to try for 14-days, then $49.99/yr. Check out Newton Mail: https://jer.fyi/newton

A Prison Escape Word Puzzle Game – Word Story

A Word Puzzle Game with a prison break out twist. Word Story is a fun multi-level game that challenges you with word puzzles and new challenges. Price: Free Download for iOSDownload for Android

CLINK!Gift is Group Gift Giving Redesigned on an iPhone

CLINK!Gift is pioneering a new gift space where consumers elevate the “gift card” experience through personal interactions and shared experiences, and even reclaim the power of their dollar with our flexible redeem options–this is very compelling for users and a disruptive market approach. This is a DIY open loop gift card that connects users and their networks to merchants in a social media experience. For the consumer: Consumers are time and distance challenged. They want to connect, acknowledge and celebrate the important people in their lives. CLINK!Gift endeavors to provide a superior experience to mobile gift giving in lieu of impersonal cash transactions, and the inevitable and unsatisfying outcome of unused and returned gifts. Aggregating the perfect gifts for time challenged individuals but leaving choice in the hands of the recipient by providing very flexible redeem options: Keep the gift sent, easily exchange it or cash it out and use the cash instantly. Gift perfectly every time with CLINK!Gift. For merchants: CLINK!Gift is a new mobile marketing channel that lets them communicate directly with their customers and network with new customers by leveraging their customer’s extended network and the platform’s audience through texts, email and push notifications. An affordable customization ...

Fototriever Helps You Keep Track of your iPhone Photos

Fototriever means no more searching and scrolling through endless photos, simply speak or enter search text, and the photo is quickly found. “I kept looking at photos on my camera, and I couldn’t remember who some of the people were on some of the trips I was on,” says Fototriever co-creator Dr. Alan Jeroff. “In the olden days I would always write on the back of the photo who the people were in the photo. That’s simply not possible in today’s digital-only world!” Dr. Jeroff discussed this issue with his associate, Dr. Dennis Nimchuk, and they decided to hire a computer science programmer from the University of British Columbia to help them develop the app. The pair are thrilled with the results. “When I was in Palm Springs at a tennis match, I took photos. Back in the hotel room later that evening is when I tagged them. I was able to tag them by players, score, stats and opponents,” continues Dr. Jeroff. “Then, I was able to use my voice to search for the photos by simply saying a player’s name, the score, stats, or opponent, and the correct photos were instantly retrieved and displayed!” By using Fototriever photographers ...

Oil & Energy Price Tracker OilPrice

Oilprice.com, the most popular energy news site in the world, launched their new app this month.  The free app is designed for the oil and energy community and provides up to the minute access to industry news, market data and over 200+ live global oil prices.  Oilprice.com works with the largest names in the financial sector and provides news and analysis to sites such as: CNBC, Yahoo Finance, Nasdaq, Fortune, TIME Magazine, Huffington Post among hundreds more and is ranked in the top 15,000 for global website traffic.  The app features the most sought after energy insights with access to community blogs and discussions with key professionals from around the world. Publisher of Oilprice.com James Stafford said, “We are delighted to be launching our first ever app and are confident that it reflects the industry leading standard of energy news, oil prices and market data to which our audience has become accustomed.” Key Features Include Energy and World News: Featured and trending stories in energy, oil news, alternative energy, finance news, geopolitics and more. Oil Prices: Get 200+ live global oil prices including WTI Crude & Brent Crude as well as OPEC blends, Canadian blends and US blends with price ...

10 Reasons to Choose Android over iPhone in 2019 – S01E02

This year is sizing up to be one of the best years for mobile technology with some huge drops from the top smartphone providers having already took place. With the jaw-dropping Galaxy S10 and other smartphones hitting the market, is it time to switch from iPhone to Android? In Episode 2 of the State of Tech Podcast I give you my 10 Reasons to Choose Android over iPhone in 2019. Let’s jump into it! View all State of Tech Podcast Episodes: https://ift.tt/2BWcySM to the previous episode: https://ift.tt/2IwtNjh Product Links: Samsung Galaxy S10 Phones: https://ift.tt/2BWdarF Pixel 3 XL: https://ift.tt/2UcfL7W XS Max: https://ift.tt/2BWczpO Videos: My Top 2 Smartphones of 2018: Watch on Youtube

Samsung Galaxy S10 Announcement – S01E01

In the first episode of the State of Tech Podcast we are talking about the Galaxy S10 release from Samsung. Samsung released three new phones that will be shipping early March and they look great, but which one makes sense for you and what makes them different? Let’s talk about that in the first episode! Show Links: Check out the Samsung Galaxy S10 Phone: https://ift.tt/2Irtfv4 out Galaxy S10 Cases: https://ift.tt/2T7x3Ga State of Tech YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/stateoftechFollow State of Tech on Instagram: https://ift.tt/2Irtiae Podcast Transcript (Automated) Hey, what’s up? It’s Jerad with state of tech and this is the first episode of the State of Tech podcast where we take a little bit deeper dive into some different topics and stuff and just have more of a discussion about our technology. Uh, over on youtube we put up tech videos, reviews, tips and tricks, videos and stuff like that, trying to help you get the most out of your mobile technology. Uh, but those videos tend to be shorter. And, uh, even though I get a little wordy sometimes, uh, you know, having a conversation about technology as something that I definitely enjoy when I hang out with friends of mine ...

Free Keynote Templates/Themes

Free Keynote Templates/Themes Are you looking to create some great looking Keynote presentations without spending an arm and a leg on a theme or template? Look no further! We have complied a list of very useful free templates so you can quickly create your presentation and get your business done. ImageLayout.Com Free Keynote Themes – faster, easier and more profitable method that would create your own professional presentation. Keynote Templates are ready-made models of any type of presentations. Check out the themes on the ImageLayout website. GraphicPanda GraphicPanda has a pretty good collection of free keynote themes on their website and they keep it updated. Check out the free Keynote Themes collection from Graphic Panda Makeuseof Makeuseof is a wealth of resources and they have a wrapup of excellent Keynote templates as well. Checkout the Makeuseof Keynote Templates list. Envato Elements Keynote for Mac Themes Envato recently released Envato Elements, which is a subscription based platform (not free) containing thousands of Keynote compatible themes among other themes and resources for your design needs. See the Envato Elements Keynote Themes

Amazon Fire TV/Stick Won’t Connect to Wifi – Not In Range

When Amazon launched their Fire TV, I bought one right away and over the years, the device has only improved. I recently upgraded to the latest Fire TV, which has more options and better quality video streaming than my original. I now use an Amazon Fire TV Cube, which is a handsfree Alexa powered device for Prime TV and Movies. I wanted to revisit the Wifi Connection option I had with my first Fire TV. A while back, my Amazon Fire TV stopped connecting to my wifi network. My network did display in the “available networks,” but it displayed as “Not In Range.” This was weird because directly next to the Amazon Fire TV is an Apple TV, Chromecast, Connected Bluray Player and the TV has wifi as well. All other devices had full signal strength. After power cycling the Amazon Fire TV, my router and modem only to have no luck, I gave up for the day. Two days later I attempted again and had the same error. With a fresh mind of the issue at hand, I remembered that I had run a software update on my ASUS RT-AC3200 Router. I figured that had to be it so I ...

More Pages for Mac Templates

Since we updated our original Pages for Mac templates article, it only made sense to update this one too. Pages for Mac is still one of the best and easiest ways to create great looking business marketing materials. Apple continues to update Pages with great looking templates that you can use to create well-designed documents with ease. However, the list is limited and sometimes you want something more unique to your business or organization. New templates can be downloaded and imported into Pages and can be used alongside the Apple templates. For those of you wanting even more options, we have revised this article to include more templates. Some are free and some have a cost to download. Creative Market Creative Market is a platform for handcrafted design content from independent creatives around the world. Just about all of the templates on Creative Market have a cost, but the pricing is very reasonable with templates starting at $2.00US. Free iWork Templates Free iWork Templates has dozens of well designed templates for practically all of your layout needs. The site features plenty of user submitted designs for not just Pages, but Keynote and Numbers too! Template.Net Template.Net has a large library of ...

Pages for Mac – Free Templates for Pages for Mac

It’s 2019, and Pages for Mac (Previously iWork) is still a great resource for creating business marketing materials. Apple has done a great job of improving Pages over the years and including updated templates that you can use to create great looking documents with little to no design skills. Templates can also be downloaded and imported into Pages and can be used alongside the Apple templates. We have updated our list of very useful free templates, and some paid templates, so you can quickly create your presentation and get your business done. Update: Check out our followup article with even more Free templates for Pages StockLayouts – Free Templates Create great-looking business marketing materials quickly and affordably with StockLayouts design templates. Our Apple Pages templates are more than just a starting point, they’re completely designed – ready to edit and print. The customizable page layouts include stock photos and artwork and are suitable for printing on a commercial press. StockLayouts has both free and premium templates available. iWorkCommunity iWorkCommunity is a little outdated, but the templates still work. All of their free templates have been submitted by Pages users just like you. This website has more basic templates but they are great ...

Connect Any Hard Drive to an iPad Pro

Want to connect any hard drive to your iPad? Forget paying big $$ on an iPad, get the lower storage model and connect any hard drive to expand your storage. Here’s how! Ravpower Filehub v2: https://ift.tt/2AYpEyR Ravpower Filehub v1: https://ift.tt/2JSPRSt Samsung SSD Hard Drive: https://jer.fyi/t5ssd SD Cards I Use: https://ift.tt/2AYPW3S Cheaper External Hard Drive Option: https://ift.tt/2JSPSpv How about adding 4TB to your iPad!!! https://ift.tt/2AWzykr Video Transcription Hey. What’s up. It’s Jerad with state of TECH. Say you have a hard drive, a one terabyte hard drive, like I have right here, and you have an iPad. Maybe it’s the new iPad pro, 2018, 11 inch, or maybe it’s the previous year iPad, and you don’t wanna spend all of that money to get that external storage. You’re thinking, “I would love to have 512 or a terabyte of storage space on your iPad, but you don’t wanna spend that money. You already have a hard drive. We already know that we can’t plug this hard drive directly into an iPad. What do you do? Well, you use this cool device from RAVPower, to connect and then get access to all of that storage and more. Let’s take a look.  All ...

iPad Pro 11 Inch Space Gray Unboxing & Setup

Go out and get yourself that shiny new iPad Pro 11 Inch or iPad Pro 12.9 Inch? We just got ours so it’s time to unbox the iPad Pro 11 Inch 512GG Space Gray beast and copy everything over from our old iPad Pro 10.5 Inch 256GB 2017 Edition. In this video we are going to walk through backing up our old iPad, Unboxing our new one, setting up the new iPad using the old iPad, and getting it ready to use. Video Transcription: Hey, what’s up? It’s Jerad with State of Tech and today we are going to set up the brand new iPad Pro, 11 Inch 2018 edition and we’re going to start by properly backing up our previous iPad and getting that all set up. So we’re just going to do a quick back up and unboxing and set up of the new iPad. And then in about a week or so I’m going to come back with my thoughts on that iPad and a kind of let you know some of my thoughts. I’ve been reading, of course, all the numbers that Apple and everybody else put out there are pretty impressive. So I want to ...

MacBook Pro Beats Threadripper PC at Rendering Video in Premiere Pro

Gone are the days of the Mac sitting in the PC’s shadows of video render performance in Adobe Premiere Pro. I switched to PC a few years ago after tiring of the long render times of 4K video on the Mac. We wanted to stick with Premiere Pro because it was cross-platform. Switching to Final Cut Pro would mean we would always have to be on a Mac as we often access old projects for our videos and video work we do for clients. Recently, I purchased a 2018 MacBook Pro with the i9 processor, 32GB of RAM, and a 1 TB SSD with hopes that connecting an eGPU to the Mac would give me comparable performance to a PC laptop. Once I learned that the Mac could support multiple eGPUs connected to its four Thunderbolt 3 ports, I had to try connecting as many as I could. The results surpassed what I could have hoped for beating out my $4200 Ryzen Threadripper PC build. This video is that test. Gigabyte RX 580 Gaming Box eGPU: https://ift.tt/2yxaHCa Here are the results of rendering out the above video on all configurations shown in the video: MacBook Pro No eGPU: Coming soon ...