Compact, portable, light-weight, and attractive… these are all words that define our go-go-go and look-good-doing-it culture. Whether it’s a car, hand bag, package of gum, or our electronics, we want items that can fit our lifestyle. Since practically everyone has an iPod, Zune, or other variation of an mp3 player, I thought I would talk about the types of earphones available on the market today.
There are many variations but all promise to deliver one thing-- “music to your ears”. But which one is best…earbuds, sports headphones, ear-pad headphones, or full-size headphones? The truth is, they all have pros and cons but ultimately it’s what works best for you.
Earbud headphones are typically small, and are inserted into your ear canal. They are great at canceling out ambient noise that you may not necessarily want to hear (like the guy snoring next to you on your three hour plane trip) and can provide clear, crisp sound. On the other hand they can become quite uncomfortable after wearing them for long periods of time. I know that when I use them for extended periods, sometimes my ears start to feel a little sore. However, they are extremely compact. Usually, earbuds come standard with any portable player you purchase, but you can purchase aftermarket ones that provide a much better sound. Another advantage to these little guys is that they won’t mess up your hair-do and you can wear them, without interference, with earrings, glasses, or a hat.
Sports headphones are another type that you can purchase. I actually am considering upgrading my earbuds to these because they stay in place better when you’re moving around a lot. They come in a variety of styles. Some have vertical headbands, some are horizontal and wrap around that back of your head or neck, and some are not connected by a band at all and simply attach to your ear with soft padded ear clips. They are great for the gym and jogging and I feel they offer less “irritation” (Pun-Intended).
Next up are your more full-size models. These would probably be more useful at home than out in public, but they can provide a more dynamic sound and much better bass response. Ear-pad headphones and full-sized headphones can get extremely pricey but the sound that is delivered is unparalleled. Some can even offer Dolby Digital or surround sound capabilities.
BehindTheBuy offers a variety of headphones for anyone’s price range. Headphones also make a great gift idea. So take a look, pick a pair, and enjoy.
http://www.behindthebuy.com/reports/?browseNode=172541
Best,
Michael
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Monday, June 15, 2009
What is an SLR Camera?
How many of you know that SLR stands for Single Lens Reflex? Digital cameras like the ones most of us have or purchase have two lenses. First, there is the lens that you put your eye up to and look through to see the image you wish to capture (called a “viewing lens”) and second is the lens that the camera uses when it actually takes the picture (called the “taking lens”). Cameras that utilize these two separate lenses tend to be called point and shoot cameras.
SLR cameras use only one lens that is connected by a series of mirrors constructed within the camera body. These mirrors reflect light from the lens to the viewfinder and allow the photographer (put your name here) to see the image in the same depth of view. In a sense…what you see is what you get.
The advantage to these cameras is highlighted when taking pictures in a broad setting or when photographing action shots. Another advantage to these cameras is that the lenses are interchangeable. This allows you to take one lens off and swap it with another that may be more suitable for the type of picture you are taking. For example, you can take a 50mm lens used for taking close or wider shots and exchange it for a 135mm lens which lets you zoom in and take a more selective shot.
When shopping for an SLR camera, be sure to pay attention to what the camera is actually offering you because there are different types. For example, there are interchangeable-lens full system digital SLR cameras, like what I have described above and there are also fixed-lens digital SLR’s which offer the same technology but you can not remove the lens.
If you are looking to step up your game and take pictures with a camera that offers much more control and versatility, then a SLR camera (sometimes called DSLR, for Digital Single Lens Reflex) may be for you.
BehindTheBuy offers the top ten best sellers at the best prices. Keep in mind the cameras that you find here are listed based on objective sales data…not subjective. So what you see are strictly the cameras that offer the greatest satisfaction and are sold more then any other. Here is a link to the best cameras on the market:
http://www.behindthebuy.com/reports/?browseNode=281052&pt=8
Happy Shooting,
Michael
SLR cameras use only one lens that is connected by a series of mirrors constructed within the camera body. These mirrors reflect light from the lens to the viewfinder and allow the photographer (put your name here) to see the image in the same depth of view. In a sense…what you see is what you get.
The advantage to these cameras is highlighted when taking pictures in a broad setting or when photographing action shots. Another advantage to these cameras is that the lenses are interchangeable. This allows you to take one lens off and swap it with another that may be more suitable for the type of picture you are taking. For example, you can take a 50mm lens used for taking close or wider shots and exchange it for a 135mm lens which lets you zoom in and take a more selective shot.
When shopping for an SLR camera, be sure to pay attention to what the camera is actually offering you because there are different types. For example, there are interchangeable-lens full system digital SLR cameras, like what I have described above and there are also fixed-lens digital SLR’s which offer the same technology but you can not remove the lens.
If you are looking to step up your game and take pictures with a camera that offers much more control and versatility, then a SLR camera (sometimes called DSLR, for Digital Single Lens Reflex) may be for you.
BehindTheBuy offers the top ten best sellers at the best prices. Keep in mind the cameras that you find here are listed based on objective sales data…not subjective. So what you see are strictly the cameras that offer the greatest satisfaction and are sold more then any other. Here is a link to the best cameras on the market:
http://www.behindthebuy.com/reports/?browseNode=281052&pt=8
Happy Shooting,
Michael
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Mind~Body~Soul
There are no secrets to the health benefits of working out-- you feel better, you look better, and you are more confident. At BehindTheBuy not only can you find the latest Plasma Television or Digital Camera, but there are also a variety of other items like exercise equipment.
Did you know that cardiovascular exercise could help you with more then just losing weight (as if that’s not reason enough)? A good cardio workout can also reduce your stress as well as temporarily relieve your depression or anxiety. I know that I personally spend about 45 minutes, 5 days a week on the elliptical machine and after each session I feel calm, relaxed, energized, and euphoric. Yes, it may be difficult to get motivated but I assure you that once you start, you may find that you’re suddenly looking forward to your next cardio regimen.
Other exercise benefits include stronger heart and lungs, more confidence about how you feel and look, and more energy. In addition, you will also sleep better. I invite you to take a look at the “exercise and fitness” tab which can be found under “Sports and Outdoors” in the list of categories. Thumb through the price ranges and you will be amazed to see all the health and fitness items that are offered. I have seen everything from jump ropes to rowing machines, and stop watches to exercise bikes!
http://www.behindthebuy.com/reports/?browseNode=3407731
http://www.behindthebuy.com/reports/?browseNode=3407731&pt=3
Enjoy a better you,
Michael
Did you know that cardiovascular exercise could help you with more then just losing weight (as if that’s not reason enough)? A good cardio workout can also reduce your stress as well as temporarily relieve your depression or anxiety. I know that I personally spend about 45 minutes, 5 days a week on the elliptical machine and after each session I feel calm, relaxed, energized, and euphoric. Yes, it may be difficult to get motivated but I assure you that once you start, you may find that you’re suddenly looking forward to your next cardio regimen.
Other exercise benefits include stronger heart and lungs, more confidence about how you feel and look, and more energy. In addition, you will also sleep better. I invite you to take a look at the “exercise and fitness” tab which can be found under “Sports and Outdoors” in the list of categories. Thumb through the price ranges and you will be amazed to see all the health and fitness items that are offered. I have seen everything from jump ropes to rowing machines, and stop watches to exercise bikes!
http://www.behindthebuy.com/reports/?browseNode=3407731
http://www.behindthebuy.com/reports/?browseNode=3407731&pt=3
Enjoy a better you,
Michael
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Alphabet Soup
Ok, so there’s DTV, SDTV, EDTV, and HDTV? What does all this mean? Did I buy the wrong TV? “What a headache!” you are probably saying to yourself, but don’t worry…I got your back! There is a simple breakdown for all these categories and I will put it down for you in a non-tech, easy to understand way. If you haven’t read my blog on “Analog to Digital Conversion”, you may want to give it a quick look-see just to get the nuts and bolts of exactly what DTV is.
DTV is really just the TV standard which will take place as of June 12, 2009 and encompasses all the other formats. If you wanted to, you could say that there is a good, better, and best way to view the same Digital Television (DTV) signal.
SDTV – Standard Definition Television would be the basic digital television picture quality you would receive with any television hooked up to your cable box, satellite dish, or an HD antenna and decoder box. Even if you have an analog television, you will be watching SDTV.
EDTV – Enhanced Definition Television is a step up. With EDTV you receive more line scanning--480 lines to be exact and every line paints a complete image on your television instead of splitting the information received into two parts like the old analog signal. This simply means your TV is taking the image received and making it better by enhancing the signal it receives and giving you a clearer and more stable picture.
HDTV- High Definition Television offers you the best picture possible. It is like EDTV but it takes it a step further when it comes to your line scanning. It’s all about the lines. The more lines your TV can produce on your screen the more amazing it looks. HDTV can show you a picture with 1080 lines or 720 lines. It can get a bit technical when talking about your line scanning (interlaced/progressively) but what you should be concerned with is that, when it comes to HDTV, the television will figure all that out. No matter how many lines are transmitted in an HD signal the picture quality is virtually the same. Your HDTV will translate that information and give you a beautiful picture.
So whether you have an SDTV, EDTV, OR HDTV, they are all DTV’s and all will produce a digital picture. The differences between each would just be on a scale of good, better, and then the best possible digital picture you can receive.
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask. Or if you have a clarification of a certain point, you’re welcome to post it here.
Best,
Michael
DTV is really just the TV standard which will take place as of June 12, 2009 and encompasses all the other formats. If you wanted to, you could say that there is a good, better, and best way to view the same Digital Television (DTV) signal.
SDTV – Standard Definition Television would be the basic digital television picture quality you would receive with any television hooked up to your cable box, satellite dish, or an HD antenna and decoder box. Even if you have an analog television, you will be watching SDTV.
EDTV – Enhanced Definition Television is a step up. With EDTV you receive more line scanning--480 lines to be exact and every line paints a complete image on your television instead of splitting the information received into two parts like the old analog signal. This simply means your TV is taking the image received and making it better by enhancing the signal it receives and giving you a clearer and more stable picture.
HDTV- High Definition Television offers you the best picture possible. It is like EDTV but it takes it a step further when it comes to your line scanning. It’s all about the lines. The more lines your TV can produce on your screen the more amazing it looks. HDTV can show you a picture with 1080 lines or 720 lines. It can get a bit technical when talking about your line scanning (interlaced/progressively) but what you should be concerned with is that, when it comes to HDTV, the television will figure all that out. No matter how many lines are transmitted in an HD signal the picture quality is virtually the same. Your HDTV will translate that information and give you a beautiful picture.
So whether you have an SDTV, EDTV, OR HDTV, they are all DTV’s and all will produce a digital picture. The differences between each would just be on a scale of good, better, and then the best possible digital picture you can receive.
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask. Or if you have a clarification of a certain point, you’re welcome to post it here.
Best,
Michael
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