Gadget Lab Show: HTC Droid Incredible 4G LTE and Korg Monotron Duo and Delay Review
Summary
In this article, we review the HTC Droid Incredible 4G LTE and the Korg Monotron Duo and Delay synthesizers. The HTC Droid Incredible 4G LTE is the only new HTC handset for Verizon this year and is a good choice for those who prefer a smaller phone. The Korg Monotron Duo and Delay are small synthesizers that can be controlled by touching a ribbon and adjusting knobs on the front, adding a tactile feel that enhances the experience of playing live or composing music.
Table of Contents
- HTC Droid Incredible 4G LTE
- Korg Monotron Duo and Delay
- Conclusion
HTC Droid Incredible 4G LTE
The HTC Droid Incredible 4G LTE is a new handset from HTC for Verizon. The phone has a 4-inch screen with a 960 by 540 resolution and is not an HD screen. However, the glass on the front of the display is about the same size as an iPhone. The phone runs on HTC Sense and has the red Beats Audio logo on the back with Beats technology built-in. The phone costs $150 after a $50 mail-in rebate and is a good choice for those who prefer a smaller phone.
Korg Monotron Duo and Delay
The Korg Monotron Duo and Monotron Delay are small synthesizers that can be controlled by touching a ribbon and adjusting knobs on the front. The Duo has two oscillators and a frequency filter, while the Delay has a delay effect with adjustable time, feedback, and rate of repeat. Although there are cheaper smartphone and tablet apps that can do more, the physical knobs and buttons of the Monotrons add a tactile feel that enhances the experience of playing live or composing music. However, it can be annoying for others if not played tastefully. The speaker bought the Monotron Delay after playing with it for five minutes and recommends using it for personal use.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the HTC Droid Incredible 4G LTE is a good choice for those who prefer a smaller phone, while the Korg Monotron Duo and Delay are small synthesizers that add a tactile feel to playing live or composing music. The Monotron Delay is recommended for personal use, but it is important to play tastefully to avoid annoying others.
