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NCIX: http://bit.ly/1sg47SP Amazon: http://geni.us/1GLI The iPhone 6 - could this new, enlarged iPhone capture Linus' attention and make him see the light of iOS once again, or is Android just good at the moment? Video will be available 10/24/2014 at 4am PST. Sponsor message: dbrand manufactures precisely fitted skins for various high-end smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles, and wearables. All their products are made in Canada using textured 3M vinyl. You can check out their responsive online shop at https://dbrand.com. Giveaway rules: Comment on this thread for a chance to be one of ten winners of an awesome skin from dbrand! One entry (comment) per user. In your comment, mention your favourite thing about dbrand skins (could be anything from "their skins look awesome" to "they sponsored this video!"), and let them know if there are any designs you would like to see in the future! This giveaway is worldwide. Winners will be selected and contacted through the forum with further details. Entries close Friday, October 31 at 1pm PDT. Good luck everyone!

"Unboxing" and First Impressions Gold 16GB Unboxing Experience: So Apple has been said to have some of the best packaging and unboxing experiences around. Other manufacturers have started to catch up. This go around Apple pulled a bit of a fast one changing their typical box art to an embossed outline of the device. Along the side there is no "6" next to the Apple logo and iPhone leafing. The lettering is colored the same the color of the phone. Inside the box you have the phone, a tray/envelope with stickers literature and sim tray tool, and underneath the nicely arranged Earbuds (same as last generation) lightning cable and charger. The charger doesn't offer any faster charging than previous versions and the USB side of the lightning cable isn't reversible as a lot of people conjectured it might be. Overall it's the same ol' thing we're used to for the previous generation iPhones (the 5c changed things up a bit). I wonder if they went with the more minimal box art to throw off all of the bootleg manufacturers stuffing iOS skinned android internals inside dummy iPhone 6 units? Design: So this seems to be a polarizing subject. It's a fairly large change in design language for Apple. They've gotten rid of the sharp edges and chamfers to try to create a seamless and continuous looking device. They even rounded the front glass to make it flow into the curvature of device's side. It felt weird in my hand at first but I quickly got used to it. I think the metal unibody looks quite nice. A lot of people say to looks like the HTC One, but holding it makes me think of the Sony Xpheria Z2. The antenna bands are probably one of the most controversial design elements. While other manufacturers (and previous generations of iPhone) have tried to hide these to varying degrees of success, Apple has put them in the forefront. Widening and making them high contrast on this version of the phone. I'm not a fan of the gold colored iPhones in general, and the white antenna bands compound that. The silver and space grey versions are more subtle and the direction I'd go if choosing a color. Apple has updated the look of the buttons to match the longer flatter look of the phone. And that's probably the biggest and most noticeable design change the size. Apple is actually having to play catch up when it comes to offering larger phones and displays. The iPhone 6 is very noticeably larger than the 5/5c/5s. It's still not all that large in the wider spectrum of Android phones, however. A big concern for me is the height of the device. They've moved the power button to the right side, but the device seems taller than it needs to be considering the size of the screen. It's taller than other devices that have a .5" larger diagonal screen size. The height is undoubtedly has to do with the thinness of the device and the fact that their design language requires it be vertically symmetrical. I like the feel in my hand. I can reach all 4 corners of the screen. But I have fairly large hands and others might have more difficulty. Apple introduced "Reachability Mode" which allows the actionable items on screen to slide down to within thumb's reach but tapping (not pressing) the Home button twice. It's somewhat similar to "One Handed Mode" on Android phones. Not very elegant but will work if you're on a busy subway using a railing with one hand and your phone with the other. I also wonder about the ability for users with smaller hand to reach the mute slider/button with one hand. You can easily flip it in your hand and slide it with your thumb but if on a Facetime call or watching media you might not want to have to do that. We'll see if other people see this as an issue as well. Some other small touches are the shiny Apple logo on the back of the device which is a separate component and the protruding Camera which as caused a bit of uproar. I don't have a problem with the Camera sticking out as long as the Sapphire glass covering it doesn't scratch or crack! Construction: I like the overall design of the phone and a big part of that is the construction! Yes I am fully aware of #BendGate and all of the drop tests. The 4.7" iPhone 6 doesn't have nearly as much of a problem with bending. That said I believe Apple has a responsibility to address this in a more comprehensive and helpful way than they have so far! People are paying up to almost $1,000 (regardless if you get it on contract or not you end up paying the full price of the device). To dismiss this as only happening to 9 people in the first week of the device out spits in the face of consumers IMO. It's not a problem unless Apple says it's a problem apparently. Apple has said of the iPhone 6, "iPhone 6 isn’t simply bigger — it’s better in every way [sic]." I put [sic] in there because I can't stand the way they talk about the iPhone as if it's a person. It's a Phone, use definitive articles you Jackasses! Sorry... Dat digression... But this bending issue isn't new. Previous versions of the iPhone, and even many Android devices, have had issues with bending in the past. If this device was better in every would #Bendgate be a thing? Putting #bendgate aside I think the rest of the construction of this device is quite nice. The metal body feels nice and other than the huge structural design flaw in the 6 Plus especially, seems like it should be fairly durable over time. I would definitely recommend using a case with this device! I don't like cases. They impart too much of their own style onto something I'm buying because I already like it's design. Even if I get tired of the look I'd rather get a skin, which also protects against scratches, than a bulky case. But alas it has been shown that with cases the likelihood of bending or screen shattering is greatly decreased. The screen is not Sapphire Crystal. It's "Ion Strengthened" according to Apple. Some think this is because it either cost too much or they weren't able to get the manufacturing difficulties worked out. I've heard people express the desire for Apple to offer it as an option because they'd be willing to spend the extra cash for piece of mind. This however isn't inline with Apple's stance. They want to make 1, well now 2, device(s) that is perfect for everyone. They've broken their stance that the iPhone display needed to be larger, and also that they'd only ever offer 1 device so maybe more customization will come in the future. The lens and home button do have Sapphire crystal covers. So the protruding lens should hopefully stand up to most abrasive surfaces and not ruin every picture and video you take. And you won't lose Touch ID to scratches on the button. Hardware: Screen: User Experience: Camera Review Coming soon... Comparisons Coming soon... Should you buy??? Coming soon... Stay Tuned for more...

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Hi there people! Today I came across this video on youtube and ohh dear, it made me had mixed feelings. I dont mean to be cruel and I'm posting this just for the fun. But why did she even get that package for starters, If i were to guess, I'd say most of the peoplpe in this forum would have done a better unboxing and review. But okay. I hope I'm not reposting it, Without further ado, here is the aforementioned video. PS, I couldn't agree more with her title

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I'm looking for advice on a good camera, audio, and lighting set to do videos just like this one for unboxing small/medium sized toys on a white table with a colored wall in the background. I want the lighting to be pretty superb, and ideally I'd like to record audio and video on the same file so that I wouldn't have to sync the audio and video every time to edit the film. The only equipment I currently have (some, which I don't think will do the job) includes C920 webcam, iPhone 6 plus, and blue yeti microphone. The webcam has no zoom, and the iphone can't hook up to a decent microphone I don't think. I'd love to use the blue yeti but the only way I know how to get the blue yeti audio as the main audio on the video is to use the webcam with with camtasia, which is the video editor I have. Any advice for the best or minimum required equipment for my needs would be appreciated. As for budget, not really an issue but I'd like to stay as low as possible as long as I can make videos with the same or better quality than the one I linked to. I also came across this video of someone who also makes this type of video that shows a glimpse of the setup. If you can tell me what lights, camera, camera stand, or mic they have, I'm sure those would do what I need. Thanks for your help.

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Title is pretty self explanatory.. Ok so originally this was for shows such as the livestream from Linus and The Tek.. Shows that were lengthy and contained mainly just general tech discussion. HOWEVER people have been posting loads of review, unboxing and other tech related channels so I'm changing the general theme of channels posted here to just tech related channels. I'm going to try to add short descriptions of each channel to "The List" below, So if you can post a brief little bit of information about the channel then that would really help me out thanks :) I'll start it off. Behind the LinusTechTips Livestream it has to be The Tek: http://www.youtube.com/razethew0rld - Runs 30+min shows getting through tech news fast and in detail. Next up is probably The Tech Source: http://www.youtube.com/TheTechSource - More about hardware, typically shows are shortish And finally theres the Verge & the Vergecast: http://www.youtube.com/TheVerge - Long but very professionally done. - The only reason I put The Vergecast last is because they don't really delve into the more 'underground' topics like hardware releases, more often then not, they end up talking about smartphones lol... I Will always watch Linus' stream and The Tek, and the other two are down to how much free time I have.. Anyway, Post your favourite tech shows, I'm interested to see what else there is out there EDIT: For reference of anyone else out there who visits this thread, I'm going to post and new suggestions people make (In the order received) up in this original post in the list below: THE LIST NOTE: I'm trying to categorise different channels content. Most channels are either hardcore hardware or really 'deep' tech stuff OR they are just general consumer stuff like smartphones. So when you see "consumer technology" I mean NOT anything hardcore (if that even makes sense) Linus Tech Tips​ Videos: Reviews Unboxings Guides and Tutorials Benchmark Comparisons Vlogs Builds Mainly Focusing on Computer hardware but sometimes venturing out to smartphones or other consumer tech. http://www.twitch.tv/linustech (stream) http://www.youtube.com/LinusTechTips http://www.linustechtips.com Tech Quickie Run by Linus Media Group. Tech Quickie is a combination of: Professional videos explaining tech concepts. Very professional long-ish advertisements. Focus on hardware and consumer electronics. http://www.youtube.com/Techquickie NCIX The youtube channel of the popular canadian hardware retailer 'NCIX'. Where Linus originates from. He no longer works there although he still makes videos for them. Videos are mainly: Unboxings Builds Reviews Showcases 'Netlinked Weekly' Market Updates Guides and Tutorials Videos mostly focus on computer hardware and a little on other consumer electronics. http://www.youtube.com/NCIXcom http://www.ncix.com/ The Tek Videos: Reviews Benchmark Comparisons 'The Tek' (30+ min show about tech news) Inbox.exe (Q&A) Guides and Tutorials Videos mostly focus on computer hardware and a little on other consumer electronics and American politics related to tech. http://www.youtube.com/razethew0rld http://teksyndicate.com/ The Tech Source Videos: Unboxings Reviews Guides & Tutorials The Tech Source (20 min show on tech news - Mainly hardware) The Question Source (Q&A) Lots of video card talk, mostly computer hardware and a little on other consumer electronics. http://www.youtube.com/TheTechSource1 http://thetechsource.tv/ Time To Live Customs Videos: Reviews - Very Detailed Builds Guides & Tutorials Q&A Benchmarks Almost 100% computer hardware content. "He makes like 1 and 1/2 hour long videos but he covers every feature." - JordanMac "Was the first tech channel I found, and the detail he goes into is great. Doesn't hold back, and really says what he thinks. Awesome builds as well. Now owns overclock3d.net too." - nothingspecial http://www.youtube.com/TimeToLiveCustoms http://www.overclock3d.net/ Singularity Computers Videos: Reviews Guides & Tutorials Builds (lots of build logs) Unboxings Some Gaming Almost 100% computer hardware content. http://www.youtube.com/SingularityComputers Techmoan Videos: Guides & Tutorials Reviews Unboxings Content is mostly about consumer electronics with a slight hint on boards such as the Rasberry Pi. "Techmoan, skips the unboxing and goes indepth a lot... awesome and clear review and a bit of british humor in there" - Calavera http://www.youtube.com/user/Techmoan http://www.techmoan.com/ The Verge The Verge is a technology news website which also posts news on YouTube Videos: News The Vergecast -1hour+ about technology - more light technology stuff, eg. no hardware Reviews Guides & Tutorials '90 Seconds on The Verge" - A short 90 seccond show released daily about tech news The Verge Mobile Show - A Google hangout about mostly smartphones & other mobile devices. Lots of talk about smartphones, most videos are focused on general consumer technology. Very high production and professional level. http://www.youtube.com/TheVerge http://www.theverge.com/ http://www.theverge.com/video MKBHD - Marques Brownlee Smartphones! Android! Videos: Reviews Comparisons Top 5's Discussions about specific topics Builds The content is 90% regular consumer technology and 80% smartphones and tablets. http://www.youtube.com/marquesbrownlee Pcper Videos: Reviews Guides & Tutorials Podcast Discussion Benchmarks Content is mostly hardware and games. http://www.youtube.com/user/pcper http://www.pcper.com http://www.pcper.com/podcast Jupiter Broadcasting All the videos are "Shows" 30+min episodes discussing a topic(s) Shows cover consumer electronics and lots of software, such as linux. "Honorary mention for The Linux Action Show, and TechSnap from Jupiter Broadcasting" - xzero http://www.youtube.com/jupiterbroadcasting http://www.jupiterbroadcasting.com/ Carey Holzman Videos: Guides & Tutorials Builds Tips Reviews Comparisons Videos are almost all about computer hardware OR guides relating to computers. http://www.youtube.com/CareyHolzman TastyPCTV Those tech videos with that girl... Videos: Builds Reviews Videos are mostly reviews of computer hardware. http://www.youtube.com/TastyPCTV Newegg TV Videos: Unboxings Reviews Guides & Tutorials Builds This is the official channel of the popular US hardware retailer 'Newegg'. Videos are mostly hardware reviews. http://www.youtube.com/newegg http://www.newegg.com Quidsup Videos: Gaming Guides & Tutorials Application reviews Most videos are Linux tutorials. http://www.youtube.com/quidsup TechnoBuffalo Videos: Unboxings Reviews Rants Discussion Videos are mostly of consumer technology. http://www.youtube.com/jon4lakers Lowell Vanderpool "networking/general computer tutorials" - dylandylandylan Almost all of his videos are guides / tutorials. http://www.youtube.com/vanderl2796 Eli the Computer Guy All about learning from a vast range of different areas such as; hacking, programming, web design, pc repair, servers.... "loooads of tutorials and learning, I have learnt a lot of stuff through this channel" - dylandylandylan http://www.youtube.com/elithecomputerguy http://www.elithecomputerguy.com/ Velocity Tech TV The channel is described best by the submitter "More server oriented stuff, how to pull them apart, replace parts etc." - dylandylandylan http://www.youtube.com/velocitytech783 http://www.velocitytechsolutions.com/ (store) My Server Monkey The channel is described best by the submitter "More server oriented stuff, how to pull them apart, replace parts etc." - dylandylandylan http://www.youtube.com/MyServerMonkey http://www.servermonkey.com/ (store) DazMode http://www.youtube.com/DazMode CowcotTV http://www.youtube.com/Cowcotland Austin http://www.youtube.com/duncan33303 Vortez Reviews http://www.youtube.com/VortezReviews Nicolas11x12TECHX http://www.youtube.com/Nicolas11x12TECHX Tech Of Tomorrow http://www.youtube.com/techtomorrow Paul's Hardware http://www.youtube.com/paulshardware Mobile Tech Review http://www.youtube.com/MobileTechReview Hardware Canucks http://www.youtube.com/HardwareCanucks 3dGameMan Videos: Reviews Q&A Poll's Unboxings Mostly Hardware and some consumer tech. Q&A Videos are short and to the point addressing one question in each video http://www.youtube.com/3DGAMEMAN http://www.3dgameman.com/ Tested Science and engineering tests and experiments. No PC Hardware. Consumer elecrtonics. The Mythbusters Team. http://www.youtube.com/testedcom http://www.tested.com/ Lutro0 Customs Lots of info on wires particularly sleeving Mods http://www.youtube.com/lutro0 http://lutro0-customs.com Maxishine Videos: Builds Guides & Tutorials Benchmarks Modding Gaming Reviews A combination of hardware and consumer technology related content "He is Australian" - Hephaes7us http://www.youtube.com/maxishine www.maxishine.com.au Tech Of Tomorrow Videos: Unboxings Reviews Guides & Tutorials Builds Benchmarks Gaming Topic Discussion Mostly featuring Hardware but some normal consumer tech as well. http://www.youtube.com/techtomorrow NCIX Esther Videos: Give-Aways Guides & Tutorials Vlogs Walkthroughs of NCIX Stores and Sales http://www.youtube.com/NCIXEsther TheJBcomputers Videos: Guides & Tutorials Unboxings Gameplay Mostly featuring Hardware but some normal consumer tech as well. http://www.youtube.com/thejbcomputers PcWizKid Videos: Guides & Tutorials Reviews: Games Hardware Software Tips and Tweaks Mostly featuring Hardware and Software but some normal consumer tech as well. Submitted by LoGiCalDrm http://www.youtube.com/PCWizKid MonsterMawd Videos: Mainly Modding Guides Reviews Submitted by LoGiCalDrm http://www.youtube.com/MonsterMawd TimmyTechTV Videos: Unboxings Guides & Tutorials Reviews Builds Almost all videos relating to hardware. Lots of build guides for specific types of builds such as HTPC's. "Don't forget TimmyTechTV" - C0V413NT http://www.youtube.com/TimmyTechTV TheTechFeed "Some mainstream tech stuff, some obscure, random, more 'quirky' news items, sci fi fact or fiction, home theatre segments, car tech and some other stuff." - techie "Mostly just a collaboration channel between technobuffalo, revision 3 and soldierknowsbest." - techie http://www.youtube.com/TheTechFeed HTTech123 "I'm a bit of a beginner on youtube but, I have a youtube channel online called HTTech123 and I create tech videos including unboxings, reviews, top 10's. Soon I plan to add unboxings and reviews of the Samsung GS4, Samsung GS3, and HTC One. Also during the summer I will start to make computer videos. Plus I have a few origami tutorials." - HTTech123 http://www.youtube.com/houstontexanfan123 Revision3 http://www.youtube.com/revision3 PhoneDog Phones. And Mobile. http://www.youtube.com/phonedog Uncletone99 Videos: Reviews Vlogs Mostly Consumer tech content. Lots of smartphones. http://www.youtube.com/uncletone99 SoldierKnowsBest Videos: Unboxings Reviews Discussions Comparisons Gaming http://www.youtube.com/SoldierKnowsBest UnboxTherapy "I've been really annoyed by UnboxTherapy as of late, but Lew used to run a pretty good tech channel. Too many changes and honestly he's reviewing stuff that is way too old and generic nowadays" - Phillyphries http://www.youtube.com/unboxtherapy ^^ The List so Far.. Add more suggestions! NOTE: I don't watch the majority of these channels and the comments I have made about them are just general observations. If anything is inaccurate please just post how I should correct it ;)