Technology & Business
Should you buy the Olloclip or the Moment Lens?
“The Best Camera Is The One That’s With You” — Chase Jarvis I have had "real" dSLR cameras for the last 8-10 years but there are many situations where the only camera with me is my smartphone or it is the camera that is the most convenient to use. Unlike many smartphone users where this becomes their only camera, my smartphone is my supplemental camera. I believe in using the right tool for the right job. I have bought 30-50 different lenses over the years but the two that I have consistently come back to are the Olloclip and the Moment Lens.
Nova photos iPhone Flash review
Before I start the review about the actual device itself, I want to take a step back and talk about why you may want an external flash for your smartphone (iPhone or Android). The importance of Flash in photography Every hobbyist and professional photographer knows and understands the technical fundamentals of a camera (ISO, Shutter, Aperture, etc). But even with a solid understanding of the fundamentals of photography, your picture will only look Mehhhh! Truly beautiful photos are works of art and are snapshots of how the photographer sees the world.
Energizer offers recycled high capacity batteries
Energizer has release a new line of "Eco" branded alkaline batteries that contain 4% recycled material. While speaking to the Wall Street Journal, Michelle Atkinson, the Chief Marketing Officer admitted that there is a problem related to recyclers not processing alkaline batteries right now. Energizer hopes that by creating economic value for this recycling, they can jump start this new line of business for recyclers. Why aren't alkaline batteries being recycled today Companies stopped using mercury in the mid 90s therefore most jurisdictions allow consumers to simply discard them with their normal household trash.
Google Tip 11 : Company executive Search
You want to know who the CEO of Bombardier is so you ask Google "CEO of Bombardier" and it answers with the above. You can use this same search for countries "prime minister of Canada" <img src="https://ekiledjian2.micro.blog/uploads/2025/903e92d071.jpg" alt=""> Or for sports teams "commissioner of the NHL" <img src="https://ekiledjian2.micro.blog/uploads/2025/64a5421704.jpg" alt="">
Google Tip 10 : Google as a quick calculator
You're at your desk and need to perform a quick math calculation but can't find a calculator nearby? Type "Calculator" in the Google Search box and voila. You get a real interactive working calculator in your browser. You can also enter a calculation in the Google search field <img src="https://ekiledjian2.micro.blog/uploads/2025/fbe0723344.jpg" alt=""> Or enter some basic algebraic equation
Google Tip 9 : Google as a Tip Calculator
You just ordered pizza and want to find out how much you need to tip the delivery guy. Go to Google and search for "Tip calculator" Enter your information and voila.
Google Tip 8 : Ask for a specific event date
You know there is a Secretary day but can't remember when? Ask Google. Search for "Secretaries day" and voila. You can search for historically significant dates such as "When did WW2 start" <img src="https://ekiledjian2.micro.blog/uploads/2025/5a9d1b5647.jpg" alt=""> You can ask for dates related to important people such as "When what John a MacDonald born" <img src="https://ekiledjian2.micro.blog/uploads/2025/0a35edecff.jpg" alt="">
Google tip 7 : Google Search does a barrel roll
Do any google search you want then type "Do a barrel roll" and watch the entire Google search results page turn around.
Google Tip 6 : Google is your new weatherman
Just ask Google for "Weather" and it will give you the weather in your area. Ask for "Weather in XX" and it will give you the weather in that location. I'm heading to San Francisco in February for a CIO conference and want to know the average temperature so I just search for "weather in san francisco in February" and Google provides the answer
Google Tip 5 : Use Google as a nutritionist
Everyone wants to be healthier by eating more fresh foods but fresh foods don't come with nutrition labels. Use Google as your own private nutritionist. Searching for "brussel sprouts", Google presented me with: <img src="https://ekiledjian2.micro.blog/uploads/2025/0f3162d888.jpg" alt=""> Google has nutritional information on over 1000 different fruits, veggies and processed products. How many carbs in a cup of white rice? Google knows