Colour management specialist Datacolor has refreshed its Spyder series of calibration devices with a new model, the SpyderX.Said to be the company's fastest, most accurate and easiest to use device yet, the SpyderX boasts a redesigned colour engine, which allows for calibration in less than two minutes. This lens-based engine is also claimed to deliver a significant benefit in accuracy over previous versions, in addition to better low-light capabilities.Suitable for use with a wide range of desktop and laptop displays, the SpyderX allows users to calibrate their devices in both easy and comprehensive ways, depending on their needs and technical know-how.Other features include ambient light monitoring, before-and-after views and support for multiple monitors.The SpyderX is available in Pro and Elite versions, and while the hardware between the two appears to be the same, the latter version offers a number of more advanced settings. These include advanced display mapping and analysis … [Read more...] about Datacolor’s SpyderX is its “most accurate” monitor calibrator yet
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Do Mac Products Need An Anti-Virus? Here’s An Avast For Mac Review
PC users have always had to make sure that their virus protection programs could identify the latest malware and viruses. Not having up-to-date software could mean doom for your computer if you happen to visit the wrong site or open the wrong file. On the other hand, Mac users have enjoyed a relatively painless, malware- and virus-free existence thanks to Apple's smaller footprint in the personal computer world. Slowly, however, the landscape has been changing and there is more malware floating around to attack Macs or use a Mac as a gateway to some unsuspecting PC. As you might expect, many tools to combat these cyberattacks are available with a simple online search. This Avast for Mac review looks at the pros and cons of the well-known antivirus software. Quick Navigation Do Macs Need Antivirus Software?Avast Company InformationOverviewAvast For Mac Review Do Macs Need Antivirus Software?The prevailing attitude for many Mac users is that antivirus software has not been necessary in … [Read more...] about Do Mac Products Need An Anti-Virus? Here’s An Avast For Mac Review
Mac in time: 35 years of Apple’s legendary Macintosh
Today marks the 35th anniversary of the original Apple Macintosh − the computer that kick-started the PC revolution as we've known it.Since its release on January 24 1984, the Apple Macintosh – and the Macs that followed it – have had a huge impact on the PCs and laptops we all use.To celebrate the Macintosh's 35th birthday, here's a potted history of Apple's ever-evolving machine − the first mass-market personal computer to offer a graphical user interface.1984 − All-in-one beginningsOn January 24, Apple CEO Steve Jobs reveals the first Mac to the world − an 8MHz 68k all-in-one with a 9-inch display, 3.5-inch floppy drive and 128k of RAM. Its biggest selling point is its graphic user interface - including elements from legendary Palo Alto research company Xerox Parc - that can be controlled with a mouse. The first Mac even packs in two then-revolutionary applications: MacPaint and the MacWrite word processor.It retailed for $2,495, was 14 inches … [Read more...] about Mac in time: 35 years of Apple’s legendary Macintosh
The best video editing software 2019
Is 2019 going to be the year when you really start taking video editing seriously? Or are you an experienced video editor that's looking for a change from the fiddly, difficult-to-use software you've been struggling along with for ages? Either way, you've landed in the right place, as this TechRadar guide will point you in the right direction to find the very best video editing software - both free and premium - that you can download today.The most impressive programs make your everyday tasks like cutting, trimming, combining and applying filters to clips as simple as possible. Downloading inferior video editing software will lead only to frustration and a less polished finished product. The tools we've picked out for you in this guide are the very best editors in their class.Below you'll see lists of both premium and free video editing software. So if you're ready for something advanced, opting for a paid product will get you high-end extras like 360-degree video support, motion … [Read more...] about The best video editing software 2019
Apple Mac mini review
The new Apple Mac mini (2018) makes good on Apple’s promises that it hadn’t forgotten about its small-form factor Mac. Despite being fan favorites, the Mac mini hasn’t seen a decent update for four years now, but with the arrival of the new Mac mini, that’s all changed.On paper it looks like the long wait was worth it, with Apple claiming that the Mac mini (2018) is five times faster than the previous Mac mini. This performance increase comes by way of some impressive spec bumps including a maximum RAM limit of 64GB and up to a six-core processor.The Mac mini is also now being positioned as a tool for creators, with Apple claiming that it's 30 times faster at encoding HEVC video. It also has a bunch of ports on the back, and while there's just one HDMI port, there are four Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports to pick up the slack.So, has the wait for an updated Mac mini been worth it? We take Apple’s mini PC for a spin to find out.Spec sheetHere is the Apple … [Read more...] about Apple Mac mini review