Gadget Lab Podcast: New HTC One X and Sharks with Lasers

Summary

In this episode of the Gadget Lab podcast, the hosts discuss the new HTC One X Android phone and its impressive features, such as the dual-core processor in the US version and quad-core processor in the European version. They also touch upon the smaller and cheaper HTC One S but note its less impressive display. The hosts then move on to discussing fake Apple products, including a fake iPhone with a stylus and other bizarre Apple-branded items. Lastly, they discuss an experiment in which a marine biologist attached a laser to a shark’s dorsal fin and achieved Dr. Evil’s dream of sharks with lasers.

HTC One X: Dual-Core vs. Quad-Core Processor
HTC One S: Smaller and Cheaper Alternative
Fake Apple Products: Stylus iPhones and iPhone Popsicles
Sharks with Lasers: Harmless Fun or Safety Concern?

Introduction

The tech world is always buzzing with new products and exciting developments. Today, we’ll be discussing the latest Android phone from HTC, the HTC One X. This phone has been making waves in the tech community, with its impressive features and sleek design. Additionally, we’ll touch on some fake Apple products and a unique experiment involving sharks and lasers.

Q&A

HTC One X: Dual-Core vs. Quad-Core Processor

Questioner: I’ve heard there are two versions of the HTC One X with different processors. Can you explain the difference?

Expert: Yes. The US version of the HTC One X has a dual-core processor, while the European version has a quad-core processor. However, for most users, there won’t be a noticeable difference in performance between the two versions.

Questioner: So which one should I get?

Expert: It depends on where you live and what’s available to you. If you’re in the US and want 4G LTE support, you’ll need to get the dual-core version. If you’re in Europe and want the latest and greatest specs, go for the quad-core version.

Questioner: Does the HTC One X have any standout features?

Expert: Absolutely. The phone’s 8-megapixel camera is fantastic, and the display is one of the best on the market. The design is sleek and modern, and the phone runs smoothly and quickly.

HTC One S: Smaller and Cheaper Alternative

Questioner: What about the HTC One S? Is it just a smaller version of the One X?

Expert: Sort of. The One S is smaller and cheaper than the One X, but it also has a less impressive display. However, it’s still a great phone and worth considering if you’re on a budget.

Questioner: How do the cameras compare between the One X and One S?

Expert: The One X has a slightly better camera, but both phones have great cameras that can produce high-quality photos and videos.

Fake Apple Products: Stylus iPhones and iPhone Popsicles

Questioner: Okay, let’s switch gears and talk about fake Apple products. What’s the craziest thing you’ve seen?

Expert: There are so many weird fake Apple products out there, but one that comes to mind is a fake iPhone that I picked up in China. It had a stylus and three buttons on the bottom, and it made glass-crashing sounds when you turned it on.

Questioner: That’s hilarious. What other fake Apple products are out there?

Expert: Oh, there are tons. I’ve seen iPhone-branded stoves, iPhone-shaped popsicles, and even fake Apple stores that look almost identical to the real thing.

Questioner: Wow, that’s insane. Why do people make fake Apple products?

Expert: I think it’s a combination of factors. For one, Apple is such a huge brand that it’s easy to capitalize on their popularity by making knockoff products. Additionally, some people just think it’s funny or cool to have fake Apple products.

Sharks with Lasers: Harmless Fun or Safety Concern?

Questioner: Lastly, I have to ask about the sharks with lasers. What was that all about?

Expert: A marine biologist named Luke Tipple attached a laser to a shark’s dorsal fin off the coast of the Bahamas as part of a Facebook promotion for a laser company called Wicked Laser.

Questioner: Was this safe for the shark?

Expert: The laser that was used was only a 150-milliwatt laser, which is relatively low-power and harmless. The one shown in the video was a one-watt green laser that could cause blindness, but that laser was not used on the shark.

Questioner: Were there any concerns about the experiment?

Expert: Some experts expressed concern about the safety of the shark, but most found the experiment harmless fun. The clamp used to attach the laser was removed after a short period of time, and the shark swam away unharmed.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the HTC One X is a standout Android phone with impressive features and sleek design. The HTC One S is a great smaller and cheaper alternative. Fake Apple products are everywhere, with some being truly bizarre. Lastly, the experiment involving sharks with lasers was mostly harmless fun, although some concerns were raised about the safety of the shark. Thanks for joining us for this episode of the Gadget Lab podcast.