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Samsung Expands Technology Faster Than The Galaxy (Pun Intended)

by David Yi on May 16, 2013 in Accessories, Samsung, Wireless Emporium with No comments

For many adults who grew up in the 80s, it’s hard to imagine a time before computers and cell phones. It seems that technology grows and expands at an exponential rate as time goes on, much like the universe does. How appropriate that a phone named the Galaxy should replicate that! Since the emergence of the Samsung Galaxy S back in 2010, the smartphone industry has seen improvements in almost every technological aspect: thinner, lighter phones with powerful processors and speeds that rival laptops and computers. The Galaxy S phone line has been pushing the boundaries of smartphone development, and in a market that was dominated by the Apple iPhone, the Samsung Galaxy S3 emerged with some of the most awe-inspiring advancements and quickly gained new customers and avid Android users.

Samsung’s latest smartphone, the Galaxy S4, has created quite a buzz and does not look to disappoint its critics. With new features like no-touch, air gesture controls and a built-in translation tool, the S4 really is the next big thing. Make sure to protect and customize your incredible Samsung Galaxy S4 with accessories from Wireless Emporium!

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Google Glass: The Beginning of a Revolution

by David Yi on May 7, 2013 in Google Glass with No comments

There hasn’t been a device that’s gotten so much buzz since the iPhone – until now. Rumors about the device started back in 2012. Now a year later, the first versions are in the hands of developers. But what is it about this gadget that’s attracting all this attention?

First let’s break it down to what exactly Google Glass is. Put a camera, display, touchpad, battery and microphone together and you have Google Glass. Essentially, Google Glass is an attempt to shift data from desktops, cell phones and tablets and place it right in front of your eyes.

Glass has very simple and elegant design. A thin, plastic-backed titanium band forms the frame. Connected to the frame are two titanium nose grippers with a clear silicone pad attached allowing Glass to sit comfortably on your nose. There are two plastic housings on Glass. One sits behind your ear and contains the battery and speaker. The second is located up front is touch-sensitive and includes the processor, camera and display assembly. The feel of wearing Google Glass is comparable to wearing a normal pair of glasses.

Google has not talked about the specifics about display resolution. The battery size of Google Glass is still unknown but with rumors from Google Glass explorers, the battery life is not very long. With “normal” use (checking e-mail or taking photos or videos) the battery lasted about five hours. Glass comes with a micro USB charger to repower the device. There were rumors that the device would be completely dependent on a Smartphone. However, Glass works independently with Wi-Fi connection. There is no GPS chip built into Glass so if you’re looking to use it, the device should be paired with your mobile device.

Once you have Glass on and running, you will see the flattened down, two-dimension display. There are two ways to active the display: tilting your head up or tapping the capacitive touch portion on the side. When using the touch controls, you can swipe forward to go back in time to view photos, videos and e-mails in chronological order or swipe backward to show connection status and battery life. If you want to use the hands-free mode, simply say “Okay, Glass” before initiating a command. It only takes a few minutes to learn how to use Glass and once you do, it’s pretty straightforward.

The consumer version of Glass is expected to release at the end of 2013. The estimated cost of the gadget is $1,500. Google Glass will be available in five colors – black, white, grey, blue and orange. Tell us, will you be one of the first to get Google Glass?

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Samsung Galaxy S4 Rundown

by David Yi on April 23, 2013 in Samsung with No comments

April 24 is fast approaching and you know what that means… the release of the new Samsung Galaxy S4. Well, maybe you all didn’t know that, but now you do! The much anticipated predecessor to the Samsung Galaxy S3 has loads of promising features but many may struggle to tell the difference between the two. Let’s take a look at all the awesome features the S4 has to offer.

The Galaxy S4 features a 5-inch Full HD Super AMOLED touch screen with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels. For those who don’t understand all that technical jargon, this
simply means colors on the screen pop and images are clearer. It also uses less power consumption since each pixel has its own light source, which means more battery for your phone. Weighing in at 130 grams, it has a very lightweight feel so you can hold it comfortably in your hand, purse or pocket. The S4 takes the same home button, menu, and back button as the S3. The screen is composed of a highly damage-resistant gorilla glass screen that helps protect your phone from everyday wear and tear. In terms of internal memory, the S4 offers 16 GB, 32 GB and 64 GB. There is also a micro SD slot available for those who want to expand the memory capacity of their phone. The phone runs on the Android OS version 4.2.2 (also known as Jelly Bean). The phone provides a powerful Li-Ion 2600 mAh but it is unclear what that means for battery life.

The 13 megapixel front-facing camera has many new features that allow you to capture the fun in multiple ways. The Dual Shot feature lets the front and rear cameras run simultaneously so you can snap images using both cameras at the same time. When using the camera, you have the ability to “listen to your photos” meaning every picture you take can come with a sound. This will help you remember exactly what was said and done when the photo was taken so you can relive your favorite memories more vividly. If you would like to put together a photo from a series of pictures of any moving objects, the S4 can do it using Drama Shot. The phone has the ability to create and organize albums for you based on specific events. If you love sharing things with friends, you’ll love that you can share photos and documents wirelessly from any S4 to S4.

Samsung claims that the S4 is the “ultimate productivity device” and for good reason. The S4 gives you the ability to call a friend, answer the phone and preview e-mails without touching the phone. If you are watching a video and you happen to look away, the phone uses Smart Pause to put the video on hold so you don’t miss a second of it. When your eyes return to the screen, the video will resume. In order to keep your focus on the road while driving, Samsung introduced S Voice Drive with the Galaxy S4. In drive mode, a simpler interface makes tasks like making and answering calls or asking for directions easier. Air view permits you to accept calls or browse photos with just a simple motion of the hand. Even if you are wearing gloves, the S4 will be responsive to your touch.

The Galaxy S4 helps you focus on your health in ways that no other phone can. The S4 can track your workouts, daily intake and weight levels. You can monitor your progress with Health Board that displays your calorie intake, calories burned, weight and more.

If all those features weren’t enough for you, there’s always an accessory to jazz up the phone even more. Samsung offers a wireless charging pad for a cordless charging solution (pictured to the right), a flip cover for the ultimate protection, a pouch for those more into the classic, premium look, first-rate Hi-Fi sound experience headsets, an extra battery kit, and a body scale.

Here’s all the information you’ll need for purchasing a Galaxy S4.

AT&T: Preorder your S4 now at AT&T.com. With a two-year contract, the 16GB version costs $199.99 and the 32GB version costs $249.99 which will ship on April 30. Without the two-year contract, the phone will cost $639.99.
Sprint: The S4 is set to launch on April 27 but Sprint is now accepting preorders. The price of the 16GB version, with a two-year contract, is $249.99. If you’re new to Sprint, the S4 costs $149.99 with a two-year contract.
T-Mobile: Starting April 24, you can purchase the S4 on T-mobile.com. The phone will not be available in stores until May 1. T-mobile will use its “uncarrier” pricing. This means that the phone will cost you $1499.99 upfront but for the next twenty-four months, you pay T-mobile $20 a month to pay off the rest of the phone.
Verizon: We know that Verizon will carry the S4 but they have no released any information regarding pricing or release launch.
Other Retailers: You can find the S4 for AT&T, Sprint and T-mobile for sale at Walmart. Starting April 26, Staples will have some carrier versions of the S4 available at select mobile phone stores. You can also find the Galaxy S4 at retailers such as Best Buy, Best Buy Mobile, Costco, Radio Shack and Target.

Now that you have all the information on the S4, are going to purchase one?

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Cracked: The Economics of Smartphone Damage

by admin on April 12, 2013 in Accessories with No comments

Did you know a damaged smartphones causes millions of dollars in losses a year? Smartphones all over the world suffer through inadvertent drops and falls, knicks and scratches from banging against other inanimate objects and even damage from liquids. A cell phone that has been soaked in beer at your favorite watering hole likely won’t be providing you with much useful functionality.

We examine the interesting economics of smartphone damage in the below comprehensive infographic. Of course, you can always avoid the hassle of having to deal with a damaged or destroyed phone if you have the right cell phone covers and screen protectors!

Cracked: The Economics of Smartphone Damage

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The Match-Up: Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 vs. Apple iPad Mini

by admin on April 10, 2013 in Accessories, Android, Apple, iPad, Phablets, Samsung, Tablets, Wireless Emporium with No comments

And the battle between Apple and Samsung continues with Samsung’s new release of the Galaxy Note 8.0 tablet. Directly competeting with the iPad Mini, the release of the Note 8.0 hopes to take over the control of tablet sales. Four months after the release of the iPad Mini, comes the same concept of a smaller tablet—the Samung Galaxy Note 8.0. Here is the match-up of the Galaxy Note 8.0 vs. iPad Mini.

Size

The Galaxy Note 8.0 is larger than the iPad Mini, but not by much. The Note 8.0 measures in at 210.8 x 135.9 x 7.95 mm, while the iPad Mini is 200 x 134 x 7.2 mm. The size of the tablet is one of the key specs that Samsung was trying to compete directly with compared to the small iPad Mini. The Note 8.0 is thicker, wider and taller in comparison to the iPad Mini. The Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 also has a S pen, which is a digital stylus pen.

Display

The display sizes of the two are almost identical, with the Note 8.0 being slightly larger at 8 inches compared to 7.9 inches. As the iPad Mini’s resolution was not the greatest, Samsung did not take advantage of this flaw and only has a small difference of increase in pixilation of 189 pixels per inch compared to 163 pixels per inch for the iPad Mini.

Weight

As the Note 8.0 is larger and thicker than the iPad Mini, it shouldn’t be a shock that it is heavier. Although it is still light to carry, the Note 8.0 is thirty grams heavier, weighing in at 338g compared to the lighter iPad Mini at 308g.

Camera

As the camera feature is one of the most focused features that consumers take into account when buying devices, the comparison of this feature will not help make the decision any easier. Both tablets have the same rear camera at 5MP and the front facing camera is almost identical as well, with the Note 8.0 at 1.3MP and the iPad Mini at 1.2 MP.

When it comes to video recording, the iPad Mini beats out the Galaxy Note 8.0. With a higher amount of detail, the iPad Mini allows for 1080p video footage while the Note 8.0 only allows 720p video recording.

Battery

Another close match-up, but the Note 8.0 seems to pull ahead by a hair again with the battery life feature comparison. The battery life of the iPad Mini is 4,400 mAh compared to the 4,600 battery life of the Note 8.0.

Storage

Available in one less storage option than the iPad Mini, the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 does not have 16GB storage. It will have 32GB and 64GB storage availability while the iPad Mini has all 16GB, 32GB and 64GB storage.

Platform

The two platforms that these tablets run on have different features. The Apple iPad Mini runs on iOS 6 and the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 runs on Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean. Here is a quick overview of what the two offers.

Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean: With the use of widgets, this operating system allows for many fun customization options and user-friendly interfaces. There are new additions to Notification Toggles, a smoother and improved Web browser, a new Ink Effect on lock screen, improved keyboard and much more.

iOS 6: Some features of Apple’s iOS 6 is built-in panorama accessibility, an improved Siri, Passbook, new maps, an improved sharing menu, new emojis and more.

Connectivity

Both tablets come with Wi-Fi only connectivity. The Apple iPad Mini is also available in 4G LTE connectivity at a higher price.

Price

Now it’s time for probably the ultimate decider on which tablet to purchase for consumers—the price. The price of Apple’s iPad Mini ranges from $330-$550, depending on the storage you want for the device. The Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 is set to price for $399.99.

So now that you’ve seen the match-up, which is the better tablet? Comment and let us know what you think.

What Not To Do With Your Smartphone

by admin on April 9, 2013 in Accessories, Android, Apple, iPhone, iPhone 5, Mobile Phones, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy S3, Smartphones, Wireless Emporium with No comments

Beware—iPhone consumers have spent more than six billion dollars on damaged iPhones since their release, according to SquareTrade research. Just imagine the dollar spent on all damaged smartphones as that large number was only for iPhones. Smartphones have become an increasingly important part in our lives, as it holds all of our contacts, emails, music, photos and much more. Your smartphone also stores a lot of your personal information if you have shopped on your phone with credit cards or have used a GPS navigation that led to your house. With all of the great things that your phone does for you on an everyday basis and all of the money that you invested in it, it is a shame if you break it or lose it when there were simple ways to avoid the situation. Here are five of the most common ways that people damage their smartphones. Read on and find out what to avoid doing with your smartphone that will keep you away from becoming part of the high statistic of damaged smartphones in America.

5 things to avoid doing with your smartphone

1. Do not overcharge the battery

One of the most common complaints about smartphones over a period of time has to involve their battery life. With average to heavy usage, many people find that their smartphones don’t last them the entire day without it dying on them. A major reason as to why many people find their battery life drain at an accelerated rate is that they overcharge their phone. The biggest tip towards conserving your phone’s battery life is to not leave it plugged into the charger when it reaches full capacity. Leaving your phone to charge passed its maximum capacity only decreases the battery usage time for your phone. So if you’re the type of person who leaves your phone plugged in the charger over night, we advise to put an end to that habit.

2. Do not keep your cell phones in pockets

As this is such a common thing for people to do, leaving cell phones in your pocket can lead to some of the most common damages to your beloved phone. These common damages that we’re referring to are cracked screens and water damage. How do you think so many people have damaged their phones from water damage from accidently dropping it in the toilet? This happens because people forget that their phone is stored in their pocket when they enter the bathroom and the phone slips out of their pocket and into the toilet. Also, avoiding putting your phone in your back pocket can also prevent potential cracked screens. You may accidently forget that your phone is there when you take a seat and then your phone is at risk of damage.

3. Keep away from car cup holders

Where do you store your smartphone while you’re driving? For many people, the answer to his question would be in the cup holder of your car. If you’re one of these people, then we are giving you a fair warning that this can cause water damage to your smartphone. This is due to the condensation left over from previous drinks that were there. Although the water may not be visible to the eye, the condensation can be a definite cause of water damage for your phone. Try to break this habit and you’ll be preventing one of the most common damages to your phone—water damage.

4. Don’t run it through the washing machine

You may think that it’s common sense to not put your phone in the washing machine with your dirty clothes, but this is a common accident that happens to many smartphones. Whether you’re in a rush or just forget that your phone was left in your back pocket, double checking that your phone is out of harm’s way to prevent you from becoming the five percent of smartphone users who have damaged their smartphones from washing machine abuse.

5. Get a protective case

Investing money into a protective case for your smartphone can go a long way. Although many users protect their phones with cases, many fail to realize that most cases don’t fully protect the front screens. As cracked phones have become common accidents for smartphones from the slightest falls, this can be avoided by investing in a heavy-duty protective case, or cases that are designed to protect the front screens of phones. This is one of the simplest tasks that you can do to avoid phone damage and paying that extra money to fix a cracked screen on your phone.

New Apple Products to Look Forward to in 2013

by admin on March 28, 2013 in Accessories, Apple, iPad, iPhone, iPhone 5, Mobile Phones, Phablets, Smartphones, Tablets, Wireless Emporium with No comments

As Apple has been known to be an innovator of new and exciting tech products for consumers, this year of 2013 is looking to be another promising year for the company with its new releases. Apple is looking to improve all of their product lines including the iPhone, iPad and iPod with better features. They are also looking to expand their target market with some new designs that will lead to more affordable products. It will be an exciting year for Apple, so take a look at what to expect from Apple this year.

iPhone 5S

As a successor of the iPhone 5, the iPhone 5S will have the same body shape as the iPhone 5. As the outer shell of the iPhone 5S is going to be almost identical to the iPhone 5, the new feature of this model lies within the home button. Hopes are held high that the home button of the iPhone 5S will feature a fingerprint sensor to eliminate the need for protection passwords to access your phone. No longer will you have to worry about people hacking into your phone or having to remember a pass code. If this feature does not come out with the release of the iPhone 5S, then expect to see it in the near future with new models to come. The storage and battery life are also supposed to improve for the new iPhone. Greater and better battery life for the iPhone 5S is increased to 1700 mAh, and the inbuilt storage memory is rumored to be available with a huge 128GB flash drive. The iPhone 5S is also going to support the highly anticipated software of iOS 7. This new software will feature a new and faster way to manage your apps and music with a more efficient app switching experience.

Budget iPhone 5

Two iPhones coming out in the same year? With the release of the iPhone 5S looking to hit the shelves in the third quarter of this year, rumors say that a budget iPhone will also be released to compete with low-end Android devices. With every Apple release of a new iPhone, it seems to leave consumers’ pockets empty to afford anything else but the latest model. This problem of breaking a leg to buy the new iPhone is resolved with the new iPhone 5. The main selling point of the budget iPhone 5 is that it will be a low-cost smartphone with less expensive materials than the former models. This new iPhone will have a plastic casing and no Retina display. The low-cost iPhone 5 will also be available in a variety of different colors, six to be exact. The price point of this budget iPhone will be about half of the price of an iPhone and is looking to be available to the public this coming summer.

Retina iPad mini

Keep an eye out for the new iPad mini featuring Retina display in the second half of the year. The Retina iPad mini will be 7.9 inches, with a higher resolution of 2,048 x 1,536. It will also have a higher pixel density of 324 ppi. The only downfall of this new Retina iPad mini is the slight increase in weight of the device due to the enhanced thickness for the Retina feature.

Patent for Protective Mechanism for an Electronic Device

Can you imagine never having to worry about cracking the screen of your iPhone every again? That dreadfull fall of your iPhone resulting in a cracked screen is looking to be a thing of the past with the recent publishing of a patent that Apple has been pushing for. The patent is an innovation that identifies that when a phone is falling, it adjusts its center of mass to control its landing so that the phone will not land on the glass screen. This technology will work with a sensor that detects when your iPhone is in freefall and the senor knows how the device is positioned to the ground as it makes internal adjustments to allow the phone to land on a non-vital area of the device. Let’s hope that this patent comes in full effect soon so that our iPhone’s lifespan will be longer.

Modified iPod touch

According to Apple Insider, Apple is looking to target a more budget-minded audience with a new iPod releasing this year. Similar to the budget iPhone, the modified iPod touch will be made of less expensive materials in order to pull the price point lower. Compared with the 5^th generation iPod touch, the modified iPod touch will have the same design but with possible changes to the camera ports. With the change of the camera ports, this new budget iPod touch may or may not lose its camera features in order to fulfill a lower price for consumers. This more affordable iPod touch is looking to hit the shelves in the third quarter of this year at $199.

Keep a eye out for all of these new Apple products coming in the second half of the year. Also be on the look out for more Apple products they are also looking to release this year including an improved iMac, iPod Nano refresh, Mac mini and more.

How to Keep Your Smartphone Alive Without Electricity

by admin on March 18, 2013 in Accessories, Android, Apple, Apps, Cell Phone Accessories, iPhone, iPhone 5, Mobile Phones, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy S3, Smartphones, Wireless Emporium with No comments

Prepare yourself to keep your smartphone battery alive in times of need—even without electricity power. Almost fifty percent of Americans have smartphones and use it to keep in touch with each other, but the cell phone batteries only last for about a day. The feeling of your phone running out of battery and not having access to charge it can make you feel as if your life was cut off for the time being. When there is no electricity available to recharge your phone if a power outage occurs, you’re camping in the middle of nowhere, or even in the worst times of natural disaster, there are solutions to prevent your phone from dying.

Solar Chargers

With the innovative technology we have today, we are spoiled to have products that are handy for desperate times. In times of unexpected power outages, you can now recharge your phone using solar powered chargers. A solar charger uses solar energy from the sun to supply electricity to charge batteries. Solar chargers have two main components installed within, including solar plates and a storage unit. In order for a phone to recharge effectively, the solar plates on the charger must hit direct sunlight. Smartphone solar chargers are a power combination of protective cell phone cases and chargers connected to your battery. As there are many options and brands available in the market, the trusted brand of SolRayz Solar Power Solutions has created their version of an efficient solar charger made for your iPhone. It is designed to double the battery life of the iPhone and deliver up to 350 hours of standby time. By having the sun shine directly on the solar pad located on the battery pack on the back of your iPhone, this cell phone accessory will keep your phone fueled without having to plug it in.

Self-Powered Smartphone Charger

If you don’t want to invest in a solar charger or live somewhere where you don’t get much sunlight, then another way to recharge your phone when there is no electricity is a self-powered smartphone charger. SOS Ready created an easily portable, pocket-sized SOSCharger that is powered by you. How it works is that it has a built-in generator that you connect to your smartphone, then you hand-crank the handle in any direction to generate the power you need. Just like that, you can wind for less than five minutes and get battery life on your phone. With 1,500 mAh, it is a fast and reliable charging tool that lets you charge your phone without having to depend on the sun or daylight to bring your phone back to life.

While the previous devices mentioned are good to have stored next to your emergency kit when preparing for times of emergency, there are also simple ways that you can help conserve battery power on your cell phone. Here are some tips on how to keep your phone battery running longer:

Stop running your apps when you’re not using them
Turn off connections that you don’t need such as Bluetooth, WiFi and GPS
Lower your screen brightness through Setting Controls
Text instead of calling- texting burns less power than a phone call
Use a battery-life app
Enable power saving mode
Have extra batteries charged and ready to swap out if needed
Switch the vibrate function off your phone, using just the ring tone
Avoid using unnecessary apps such as games
Use GSM rather than 3G connection
Use a black background as your screen display
Avoid hot temperatures- try to keep your phone at room temperature
Don’t overcharge your phone

You never know when an emergency is going to happen at the misfortunate event of your phone being dead or low on battery. Now that you have all of the resources needed to prepare yourself to keep your phone running longer, it’s up to you to do something about it. With all of the cell phone accessories available today, it is a smart decision to invest in a solar charger or self-powered smartphone charger that will recharge your phone when emergencies occur and you don’t have access to electricity power. Further, making simple changes to your phone such as lowering the screen’s brightness will make your battery life last longer. Your smartphone could be the difference between keeping in touch with family and friends during an emergency and having a dead phone can cause further troubles. Preparation is key, and you can never be over-prepared when it comes to the life of your smartphone.

Samsung Galaxy S4 Features

by admin on March 15, 2013 in Samsung with No comments

The Samsung Galaxy S4 has finally arrived! The revamped phone sports some pretty cool new software features but it looks and feels very similar to its predecessor, the Galaxy S3. Here is a summary of all the features of the Samsung Galaxy S4:

Dimensions: 5.46 X 2.75 X 0.31 inches

Screen: The 5-inch screen will feature a display of 1920 X 1080p and a Full HD Super AMOLED display.

Weight: The S4 might be slightly bigger, but Samsung managed to build it even lighter than its predecessor. It weighs in at 130g.

Battery: The new S4 will feature a 2600mAh, thought it’s unclear what that will mean for battery life.

Camera: The S3 camera had already curried good reviews from fans but Samsung built on that momentum, equipping the S4 with a 13-megapixel rear-facing camera and a 2-megapixel forward-facing camera. A cool new feature is the Samsung DualShot, which will allow users to take a photo with the front and rear camera simultaneously and combine them into a single photograph.

Colors: The S4 phone will be available in Black Mist and White Frost.

Software: Not surprisingly, the S4 comes stocked with the latest version of Android 4.2.2—Jelly Bean

Smart Scroll: An exciting new feature that allows you to scroll through a webpage just by tilting your phone. However, early reviews are coming in that the feature does not work well and is more frustrating than useful.

Smart Pause: Smart Pause also gives users the functionality to stop and start videos based on whether or not they are looking at the screen. It’s a useful feature, but it remains to be seen how often it would actually be put to use.

Group Play: Samsung now gives you the capabilities to share music, photos and games with the people around you. It allows for music to be played together as a group.

S Health: Health and fitness apps might be a thing of the past for S4 users. The built-in S Health works as a pedometer and also keeps track of food intake and sleeping patterns.

Launch Date: It’s expected to hit stores sometimes in Q2, most probably in April. The following carriers have committed to carrying the Samsung Galaxy S4: Verizon, AT&T, Cricket, Sprint, T-Mobile, and U.S. Cellular.

What do you think of the brand new S4?

Top 15 Must Have Camera Apps for Your iPhone

by admin on March 12, 2013 in Apple, Apps, Instagram, iPhone, iPhone 5, Smartphones, Wireless Emporium with 2 Comments

Capturing all of your favorite memories with your iPhone has never been so easy with the hundreds of apps available in the Apple App Store. While the built-in camera on the iPhone is sufficient for taking photos, it is limited on what you can do to your photos. Why not give more life and enhance your albums with the help from camera apps to create high quality images on your phone with filter options and effects to share with your friends and family. Start taking advantage of the endless possibilities that your App Store offers with the best camera apps for your iPhone.

1. Instagram

If you haven’t joined this photo editing social network app then you are surely missing out. Besides capturing the popularity worldwide with sharing images with friends, this app is one of the best when it comes to finding the perfect filter to edit your photos with. With over fifteen filter and border options to give your photos that extra spark, Instagram also has blur effects, and is completely free!

2. Camera+

Camera+ is the ultimate photo app for capturing those great memories wherever you are. With touch exposure and focus, photo flashlight, shooting modes, grid options and editing effects, Camera+ will create the memories on your iPhone that will last forever for just $0.99.

3. Camera Awesome

The name of the app says it all, it’s awesome! If you want professional-like results for your photos, then this app is the perfect match for you. Equipped with the “Awesomize” tap button, this app works magic with your photos by creating better and sharper pictures with gorgeous effects. What more can you ask from a free app?

4. Pic Stitch

Not only can you enhance your photos with Pic Stitch’s multiple filter options, but you can combine multiple photos into one picture. With over 200 different layouts to choose from, putting your precious memories into one picture seems limitless! Share your photos with all your friends and family for free with Pic Stitch.

5. Pixlr-o-matic

Edit your picture to any mood you want with over two million combinations of effects with Pixlr-o-matic. Yes you read correctly, 2 million combinations of borders, overlays and mood effect enhancers. This is another great app to add to your collection free of charge that will allow you to pick a photo style that completely fits you.

6. True HDR

Capture all of your Kodak moments with True HDR. It is the iPhone’s best camera app that produces beautiful full resolution high dynamic range photos with full control over brightness, contrast and saturation of images. Not only does this app let you make magnificent photos, it also lets you have fun with picking different filters.

7. Colorsplash

Here’s an app that is unique from all of the others listed so far, giving your photos a more dramatic look with striking detailed colors. This is done by the cool option of setting the background of your image to black and white or sepia, while keeping your main image in the picture colored. For $1.99, you’ll have photos where all of your friends and family will ask how you did such an amazing edit!

8. Hipstamatic

Bring back that vintage, old-school photo look with the Hispstamatic app. With the options to swap lenses, flashes and films, this app really makes you feel like your iPhone has turned into a vintage camera that creates hundreds of different effects. Get that Polaroid look for your images for $1.99 at the App Store with Hipstamatic.

9. Incredibooth

No longer will you have to make a trip to the carnival to take those fun film strip photos with your friends when you have Incredibooth on your iPhone. With the same great filter features as Hipstamatic, capture all the crazy moments with your friends wherever you are! Incredibooth is a photo booth in your pocket for less than a dollar!

10. Snapseed

Go to your App Store right now and get this formerly $4.99 app for free right now! For being that price just months ago, you have to think that this app creates nothing but the best quality photos. Enhance your photos with Tune Image, choose from awesome filters and share with your friends at your fingertips with Snapseed.

11. 360 Panorama

This app makes panorama picture taking easy as ever with quick, seamless stitching of your total surroundings. It is designed to take full advantage of your device by tapping into the raw power of your iPhone to stitch panoramas in realtime. It’s free, fun and feels like magic as 360 Panorama captures photos in ways that you could never do with a traditional camera.

12. Split Pic

If it ever crossed your mind on how awesome you think you are and wanted to make clones of yourself, then Split Pic is perfect for you. With features of split screen effect, this app allows you to use a cloning effect, where the main subject of your photo can pose in different forms all in one image. You can capture a series of photos to tell a complete story in one photo, melt multiple faces together, swap body parts and much more with this creative free app.

13. Color Effects

If you liked the idea of Colorsplash app listed earlier, then you would love this app because it’s free of charge and has the same concept. With Color Effects, you can change the colors of anything on your photo and gray out whatever parts of your image that you want!

14. Picture Effect Magic

This is one of those fun apps to add to your collection where you can find effects to add to your picture that the rest of these apps didn’t have. Some featured effects on Picture Effect Magic include Swirl effect, SuperMirror, Wave effect, Diffuse effect and Oilpainting. It’s fun, easy and best of all—free!

15. Photo Collage

One of the best apps to combine multiple photos in one is Photo Collage. Free of charge for a limited time, it has over 120 types of frames, border colors and patterns to choose from. You can even add text or sticker options to your photo collage to share with friends and family with this app!

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