Gadget Lab Show: Samsung Galaxy S Phone, Microsoft Surface Tablet, and Living in a Car
Summary
In this article, we discuss the latest Samsung Galaxy S phone, its software quirks, and Samsung’s response to Siri. We also talk about the Microsoft Surface tablet and the Windows Phone Summit, where Microsoft confirmed rumors about Windows Phone 8 having hardware updates, NFC, microSD slot, higher screen resolution, and a mobile wallet system. Additionally, we speculate about potential changes for Microsoft, and introduce some gadgets for living in a car or van.
Table of Contents
- Samsung Galaxy S Phone
- Microsoft Surface Tablet and Windows Phone 8
- Potential Changes for Microsoft
- Gadgets for Living in a Car or Van
Samsung Galaxy S Phone
The Samsung Galaxy S phone has top-of-the-line specs and is available on multiple carriers. However, Nathan found some software quirks, including difficulty with sharing features and the S Voice feature, which is Samsung’s response to Siri. While S Voice is a cool gimmick, it is not yet as advanced as Siri. Nevertheless, Samsung is working on improving it. Overall, the phone is solid on paper but has some room for improvement in its execution. The speaker suggests that Google should create their own voice competitor to avoid having 15 different ones.
Microsoft Surface Tablet and Windows Phone 8
The Microsoft Surface tablet has a kickstand and a touch cover with a built-in keyboard and trackpad. The speaker also attended the Windows Phone Summit where Microsoft confirmed rumors about Windows Phone 8 having hardware updates, NFC, microSD slot, higher screen resolution, and a mobile wallet system. Windows Phone 8 will allow Windows Phones to be market competitive with Android devices and will be released in the fall, along with the Microsoft Surface tablet.
Potential Changes for Microsoft
The speaker speculates that Microsoft may undergo a significant change and possibly even a name change.
Gadgets for Living in a Car or Van
Ravi introduces some gadgets for living in a car or van, including a slow cooker made by Burto. The slow cooker can be used to make stews and steam vegetables, but it takes two hours to cook anything, so it’s not suitable for a commute to work. The speaker thinks it’s a great gadget.
Conclusion
In this article, we discussed the latest Samsung Galaxy S phone, the Microsoft Surface tablet, and potential changes for Microsoft. We also introduced some gadgets for living in a car or van. While these devices and software have their quirks, they show promise and potential for improvement in the future.
