Amazon Echo vs. Tap Specs & Features Review

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Our look at the Amazon Echo vs. Tap differences.

When comparing Amazon Echo vs. Tap, both are great voice interactive speakers which boast the “Alexa” technology from Amazon. However, some key differences exist in terms of the specs these two devices have. While both are great speakers for playing music and handing various tasks such as information requests or even home automation, they were made with different intentions. It clearly seems the Echo was made as the “stay at home” interactive speaker, with the Tap more of an “on the go” cousin. Here’s our look at the major differences of the Amazon Tap vs. Echo speakers. [Read more…]

Amazon Echo vs. Tap Specs & Features Review

Amazon Tap Review & Unboxing Video

The Amazon Tap is the newest wireless speaker device from Amazon. Consider it the cousin of the very popular Amazon Echo, as it’s nearly half the size but still has the same capabilities. The Tap is highly portable, making it easy to bring around with you on the go so you can listen to music or use other features. Keep in mind you’ll need to have a WiFi network to connect it to in most cases when you’re out and about, but it can also double as just a bluetooth speaker. Use it to play music from your iPod, smartphone, tablet or other Bluetooth-enabled devices! [Read more…]

Amazon Tap Review & Unboxing Video

Fire TV Stick, Tablet & Amazon Echo on Sale!

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Amazon’s tech devices go on sale – Fire TV Stick, tablet, Paperwhite, Echo

Amazon has rolled out several of their biggest deals of the holiday shopping season on Thanksgiving Day. As part of their Black Friday sale, they have reduced prices on some of their most popular technology items, including the Fire tablet, Fire TV Stick and the Amazon Echo. All of the items are available for savings of $15 to $30, depending on which tech gadget one is getting. Here’s the latest Black Friday sale details! [Read more…]

Fire TV Stick, Tablet & Amazon Echo on Sale!

Amazon unveils $49 Fire tablet, Fire TV device with voice remote

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On Thursday, seven new gadgets were revealed on the Amazon website including their brand new Fire tablet as well as two larger tablets, a new Fire TV Stick and a cool new Fire TV set top box. Of particular interest will be the facts that the tablet called simply “Fire” will sell for less than $50 before tax and/or shipping, and that the new Fire TV device integrates Amazon’s Alexa voice interactivity built into the remote. In addition, Amazon is releasing several larger tablets as well for customers this holiday season. [Read more…]

Amazon unveils $49 Fire tablet, Fire TV device with voice remote

BB-8 Sphero Toy: App-Controlled Droid from Star Wars

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The new Sphero BB-8 toy is a miniature, controllable replica of the droid that will appear in “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.” Price tag: $150 at Amazon.com.

The new BB-8 Sphero toy, an app-controlled droid (see here) from the new “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” film, will officially arrive to the masses as of midnight Eastern Time on Friday, Sept. 4th. It seems like this cute and functional little robotic ball could be the hit of the upcoming holiday season too, despite carrying the price tag of some tech gadgets which can do a lot more. [Read more…]

BB-8 Sphero Toy: App-Controlled Droid from Star Wars

Apple Watch Price, Features & Release Date, New Macbook Airs & More!

The technological world is advancing day by day and Apple will certainly not get left behind. Recently, Apple made some huge announcements regarding its new innovative products: Apple Watch, new MacBook Airs and HBO Now service. We’ll examine the basics of the Apple Watch price, features and when you can get your hands, or wrist, in one, as well as the other big news out of San Francisco! [Read more…]

Apple Watch Price, Features & Release Date, New Macbook Airs & More!

Best Buy Black Friday Sale features hot tech deals now

bbuybf2014With Black Friday under a week away, some new Best Buy Black Friday deals have started online early. These don’t include the doorbusters shown for the in-store sale coming next week, but the website is promoting it’s early specials and discounted items. These include some hot tech gadgets, computers, the iPhone 6 (with a required service deal), iPad Air and video game accessories. We’ve gathered up some of the best deals going on right now for the online retail site.

We’ve seen some of the lowest prices on the Macbook Air via Best Buy, as they had one for under $800 advertised in their Black Friday sale. They’ve got a 13.3-inch model on sale today for $899.99, along with the Apple iPad Air tablets starting at $319.99. There’s also a selection of HDTVs which range in size from 40 inch to 60-inch or larger. We’ve listed some of the top deals going on right now below. [Read more…]

Best Buy Black Friday Sale features hot tech deals now

Best Black Friday 2014 Deals for Tech, HDTVs & Games

We’d be remiss here at Tech Media Source not to showcase what we’ve seen for some of the best Black Friday 2014 deals that have now been revealed. Most of the heavyweights have already showed their hand with prices for big ticket items such as HDTVs, tablets, video game systems and more. These include the major retailers that many customers will be lining up for, with Walmart, Target and Best Buy. Here we’ll give a look at what appears to be some of the best deals available in several big technology-related categories so far. We say so far, as Amazon’s Black Friday sale could very well match or outdo some prices listed here. [Read more…]

Best Black Friday 2014 Deals for Tech, HDTVs & Games

Amazon Echo revealed, available by invite only

A new device has been revealed called the Amazon Echo from the e-tailer which also introduced the Fire Phone to lower than expected fanfare. The latest device, seen today at Amazon.com, is available for purchase by invite only at this point and is offered at a reduced price for Prime members. It is apparently a smart device hub that you can set up to work from the cloud that will provide information, news, music, weather and more. [Read more…]

Amazon Echo revealed, available by invite only

Apple unveils new iPad Air 2, Mini & more!

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New Apple iPad Air tablet announced. Image via Apple.com

Apple’s recent event in Cupertino, California was jammed with new product announcements, new information about Apple Watch and a hilarious phone call with Stephen Colbert. The event was kicked off by Apple’s CEO, Tim Cook at the company’s campus in Cupertino. Cook was there to let the entire world know that Apple was not yet done with 2014.

The new products Apple released before it closed out the year included the new Apple iPad Air, new iPad mini, new iMac computer and iOS 8. According to Apple, the new gadgets are better than the earlier ones in terms of performance and the features that have been either introduced or improved.

There’s also another few new innovations to get excited about as we head into the new year, namely Apple’s first smartwatches and the new Apple Pay system. First up, the new iMac computer.
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Apple unveils new iPad Air 2, Mini & more!