Technology is constantly changing and improving our lives in various ways. This will hopefully continue and our lives will improve greatly with great tech advancements.

In this blog I look forward to see what those advancements will be and how they will affect our day to day lives, and what are the advantages and disadvantages of each.

In this ever-changing world technology is key and what the future holds is bright and exciting.

These 5 things are already here in some form and will become more and more mainstream in time.

1.Self Driving Cars

Perhaps one of the most important and exciting advancements in technology is the introduction of self-driving cars.

This progression into driverless cars has been coming for a while, with sci-fi books and movies predicting this years ago.

But only now is it starting to become a reality, with great GPS and camera technology, companies such as Google, Tesla, Audi and more now have self-driving cars in production being used on the road daily.

The technology on these cars are amazing, and potentially safer than human drivers already, and this will only improve. At some point down the line, it will become too dangerous for humans to drive with autonomous cars and cars as we know them today will become outlawed on the road. This is one disadvantage to the driverless car, with car fanatics worried that it will ruin the car industry. And it possibly will with performance not being of any use in a self-driving car, all cars will have the same engine.

While there have been a few crashes and unfortunately fatalities in self-driving cars already, the technology will improve, and this will revolutionize the car market all over the world.

2.Drone Delivery

Drones are another piece of technology that have been on people’s minds for a few years now and will more than likely shape the future.

While drones are great for aerial photography among other thing, one specific use excites everyone today, drone delivery.

Many Companies are working on this at the moment, with online shopping giant Amazon at the forefront on this movement.

Amazon have promised drones to be able to deliver your products

While this seems like a wonderful development in delivery technology, doesn’t come without its faults.

Airspace laws are probably the main issue facing potential drone delivery companies. Drones flying around may cause crashes with helicopter, planes etc. So, until they figure out a solution to this issue drone delivery will be halted.

Another issue facing them would be battery life on the drones, but with great leaps in battery technology happening all the time this problem should resolve itself quickly enough.

3. 3D Printing

Of course, we wouldn’t write an article on the future of technology without mentioning 3D printing.

This is probably one of the most promising advancements in technology and will hopefully help a lot of people.

3D printing will have major benefits in both commercial and home use. You can pretty much make what you want with a 3D printer which give you pretty much endless possibilities.

In Commercial use many companies are already using 3d printers to produce their products or parts for their product, and advancements in this will only get better.

What excites me and others more is the possibilities elsewhere for 3D printing, this come in many different areas.

For example, a great use of it would be to 3d print body parts for medical use. Such as a heart valve for a patient who needs one. Work has already begun on this and once this comes into place it will more than likely change the face of medicine forever.

Another potential use would be to print food, again this is at the beginning stage already, but some people slate it as a possible cure for world hunger, which is of course an unbelievable claim, but if it came to pass it would change the world as we know it.

3D printing does have a few downsides unfortunately, for example you could easily print a weapon. And because it would be a custom weapon it would be incredibly hard to trace, therefore causing law enforcement issues when investigation a weapon related crime.

4.Internet of things

You may not have heard the term ‘Internet of things’ before but you soon will. Basically, this is where every device/appliance is connected to the internet. This is getting more and more present in homes already, but this will grow and grow until almost all devices are Wi-Fi/internet enabled.

Amazon’s Alexa and Google’s Assistant are currently an example of a hub for the internet of things. Using a system such as Alexa you can do countless things around your house if you have the correct devices/appliances. This includes turning on and off you lights from anywhere/by using your voice, you can also get a smart oven or fridge or dishwasher or any appliance and control them from your phone or computer or wherever is available.

This has great possibilities in the future, to a point where all electronic devices will be somehow be connected to the internet.

The disadvantage to this is that then all these devices can then be hacked and cause chaos in your house, but with better security this can easily be put to rest.

Currently the problem with implementing this in your current life would be the expensive price of all the gear you would have to buy to get decent use out of a so called ‘internet of things’. To buy a Wi-Fi enabled version at the moment can cost you a couple of hundred more than the standard version of most appliances/devices. So, it might be worth holding off on investing in the ‘internet of things’ until it becomes more mainstream.

5.Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence, the words which seem to be in everyone’s head at the moment.

It is potentially one of the most exciting developments in the history of the earth, with the uses reaching far and wide.

Like all of the 4 other future technologies, AI is already in use today, but only in a small capacity of what it could and potentially will be in the future.

All of the 4 other technologies mentioned use/will use a type of artificial intelligence.

The self-driving cars will in the future and somewhat at present, be able to look at the road ahead of them and make their own decisions for the safety of the car.

While drone delivery will again, learn their surroundings and react intelligently accordingly.

Alexa is also a form of AI, responding to user instructions with intelligent and useful answers/actions.

This is just the tip of the ice berg when it comes to what AI can do in the future.

Future technology is always hard to predict, for example we are still waiting for the Hover board from Back to the Future,

but if even half of this stuff mentioned above come through, we are in for a treat.

These new technologies, will hopefully change our entire lives for the better.

The future is bright and I for one cannot wait!

Cheers, Gavin

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Android or iOS, the question on the whole worlds mind currently and for the past Decade. Apple released the iPhone in 2007, just a few months later google released its first android phone through HTC, and the battle has been raging since. Almost all phones or tablets in the world currently run either iOS or android, with a few exceptions such as windows phones or tablets and a few other.

When buying a new Phone or tablet, it is always important to have a look and see which operating system is best for you. Some people have personal preferences and will like to go with what is familiar to them, maybe this is the best option if you want an easy experience, but both platforms have big advantages so don’t just write off one because you rather another.

In this blog I’m going to run through what makes android great, what makes iOS great and compare the two and hopefully come to a conclusion as to which is the superior operating system.

1.Apps

When it comes to apps it’s a fairly even category. The Android App Store ‘Google Play’ boasts a whopping 3.5 Million apps. This is an enormous amount of app and more than you could even dream of having on your phone.

The iOS app store holds a slightly less significant 2.1 Million apps. Obviously still a large number of apps and more than you would need but significantly less than that of the Google Play store.

The difference in quantity of apps on the respective app stores is mainly due to the rigorous vetting process by apple for new applications by developers. When a developer submits an application to the apple app store, there application will be check for every little thing under the sun to make sure it is ok for download on an iOS. While on the google play store, Google are a lot more forgiving to developers and allow almost any application that the developer would upload to the store, once it’s not malicious or illegal.

While this means that the google play store contains almost 1.4 Million Applications than the iOS app store, the quality of the iOS app store applications are kept to a high standard.

Because of this I feel iOS Comes out on top in the app category.

Winner: iOS

2.Customizability

It is in this category that Android comes to the fore. With great customizability android blows iOS’ locked down interface out of the water.

Depending on the android device, users get great customizability. Most android phones will come with the ability to change the theme of the phone changing the background, icons etc. With an android you can also customize your home screen to how you would like it, with shortcuts to apps and great widgets which are very useful and handy to use.

iOS are somewhat less customizable, you can set your background and there are some limited widgets that you can use, but it really doesn’t come close to the customizability that is available to android users.

Android’s major customizability means it trumps iOS department, if you want a extremely customizable device, Android is more than likely the way to go.

Winner: Android

3.Usability

Android always gets a bad name for usability, mainly from iOS user, which can sometimes be wrong.

Android customizability which was mentioned as an advantage, is somewhat of a disadvantage when it comes to usability. The customizability can sometimes prove difficult and confusing for some users. That being said you don’t have to use these customizable options, and sometimes in doing so it can confuse yourself. Some android makers can provide was to make your experience easier, such as the ‘easy mode’ on some Samsung phones.

The uniformity of iOS allows for ease of use and its simple interface allows users to seamlessly work their phone or tablet. The iOS design only changes incredibly subtly so the iOS devices will always have that same familiar feel. This is why a lot of people considering a switch from iOS to android will site the usability as the reason for sticking with apple.

Because of iOS devices ease of use, it wins out here, although android isn’t far behind, with it getting a somewhat un-warranted bad name.

Winner: iOS

4.Hardware

Now this is a hard one to call. With both types of devices out scoring each other in different areas.

When it comes to the camera, iOS has a slight edge over android devices, but with the vast array of android devices available the quality of the camera can differ greatly. But major flagship android phones/tablets such as Samsung’s latest Galaxy S9 can compete with Apples camera to a certain extent.

Again, with the performance specs the android can be both better and worse than iOS because of the varying different models of devices. But the more expensive android devices can easily match up with apple’s offerings and in some cases surpass the iOS devices.

Because of the higher spec android products, android slightly edge this category too, but iOS really isn’t far off Google’s contribution.

Winner: Android

Unfortunately, as predicted this one is too close to call I’m afraid. 2 wins each in the 4 categories we reviewed them under shows exactly the competition that is still alive and well between these 2 platforms.

iOS edges android in Apps and Usability, while android comes out on top on in the Hardware and Customizability sections.

So, the real winner is whichever is your preference when it comes to phones or tablets, whether you like and easy to use device with great apps or an extremely powerful and customizable device, the decision is up to you in this case.

You can’t really go wrong in either case with both platforms being exquisite.

Winner: Draw

For great iPads and Android Tablets check out our very own Refurbished Tablets and New Tablets,

Great Value and well worth every penny. Such as our great iPad Air 2 which is now only €275, which is a stunning deal for the product you get.

Cheers, Gavin

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To Celebrate Tech Week (22nd-28th April), we are giving you a low down on why you should buy a Chromebook.

The Dell Chromebook 11 is our bestselling device. Many schools have switched to our Chromebooks and many members of the public have converted to the Dell.

Chromebooks are very powerful and prove as a worthy alternative to both a laptop and also a tablet.

Their lightness and ease of use makes them a very useful tool in everyday life. Below I will go through why Chromebooks are the perfect choice for you whether you are at home or in the classroom.

Chromebooks vs iPads

Many people compare Chromebooks to Tablets and iPads, due to their small size, portability and capabilities. But in many areas the Chromebook comes out on top.

Unlike the iPad, on the Chromebook you can set up multiple user accounts on the one Chromebook. Then when you sign in with your email your individual profile is loaded. This would be very useful in a school where more than one student or teacher might be using the same Chromebook.

Many people compare Chromebooks to Tablets and iPads, due to their small size, portability and capabilities. But in many areas the Chromebook comes out on top.

Unlike the iPad, on the Chromebook you can set up multiple user accounts on the one Chromebook. Then when you sign in with your email your individual profile is loaded. This would be very useful in a school where more than one student or teacher might be using the same Chromebook.

The Dell Chromebook 11 comes with a physical keyboard unlike the iPad. This keyboard makes it easy to do work and perform tasks on your Chromebook.

The Chromebook also supports flash where the iPads do not, while also having the ability to open multiple tabs, where the iPad can only have one tab at a time.

At an amazing price of €159 the Chromebook comes in very cheap compared to the costlier iPad. And now for Tech Week (22nd-28th April), with the coupon code:techweekcb you can get 10% off the Dell Chromebook 11.

The storage in the Dell Chromebook 11 sits at 16GB SSD, but with the use of google drive to store all of your files, storage is never a problem with the Chromebook.

In many ways the Chromebook reigns supreme over the iPad and this is the reason why many people have chosen the Dell Chromebook 11 as their go to device.

Chromebook vs Windows Computers

Chromebooks again have a good few advantages over Windows PC’s and Laptops.

Large Laptops and big desktop PC’s are difficult to move and are not always very portable. With its slim compact body and its 11.6″ screen, the Dell Chromebook 11 is both more portable and lightweight than most Windows computers.

The Dell Chromebook 11 also has a very quick boot up time, faster than most Windows computers, with the boot up only taking a few seconds, so you can get to work straight away.

The Chromebook is also very easy to set up, as all you have to do is log into your google account and away you go, which a whole lot easier than the sometimes cumbersome Windows computers.

For schools, Chromebooks are a lot easier to manage for IT Departments, with their quick set up and simplicity, they are not very complex and should be a walk in the park for anyone setting them up.

Chromebook is a real contender to go up against the Windows PC, and in many areas, it turns up on top.

Great Price

Another major selling point is the great price of Chromebooks, with our bestseller the Dell Chromebook 11 being a steal at only €159,  when you use coupon code techweekcb just for tech week you can get a further 10% off that.

You really get your money’s worth for this and it is cheaper than most iPads and Windows Computers.

While being the lowest priced laptop on our website, it is the most sold and the most applauded for its great performance and many great uses, by both schools and by the general public.

We also from time to time have great deals for Schools only on our education offers page, with often being great deals on sets of Chromebooks with trolleys which are capable of holding multiple Chromebooks.

The great price is a great advantage to the Chromebook and it will hopefully entice you to go on and

Chromebook Cons & Alternatives

While I have been pumping up the Chromebooks as the best thing since sliced bread, they aren’t always for everyone.

Chromebooks, while they are very useful, they in some cases don’t replace a PC when it comes to specific specialist software which the Chromebook cannot run such as solid works.

Also, Chromebooks can sometimes have limited compatibility, with services such as Skype being not compatible with the Chromebook. Usually there will be an alternative for this provided, such as you can use google hangouts instead of the incompatible Skype.

iPads will also usually have potentially more applications as they have access to the app store which has millions of applications. But the Chromebook also has its fair share of applications.

So, if the Chromebooks aren’t for you, we have alternatives on offer.

We have a great range of iPads, with the great deals, with the compact iPad Mini 2 16GB for only €199 or the more powerful iPad Air 2 16GB now only €299, and for this week only use coupon code:techweekair2 to get 10% off the Air 2.

You could also choose the path of the Windows PC or Laptop.

For example, the great HP Probook 6475b Laptop with AMD A4, 4GB RAM and 320GB Hard Drive now only €199.

Or our great HP Compaq 8300 Elite SFF with Powerful Core i5, 4GB RAM and 320GB Hard Drive at the great price of €259 Or get the same HP Compaq 8300 in a bundle with monitor and keyboard/mouse from €309.

While these are all worthy competitors, we feel that the Chromebook comes out on top and should be first on your list when looking for the perfect device.

Our Bestseller the Dell Chromebook 11 never fails to impress any consumers and it won’t fail to impress you too. Whether you are from a school or you just want a new laptop, the Chromebook is the best option for you.

Google working with laptop manufacturers such as Dell have cooked up something special, and now’s your chance to get in on the action.

Don’t forget to use with the coupon code:techweekcb you can get 10% off the Dell Chromebook 11 for the week.

Happy Chromebooking!

Cheers, Gavin

For more information: Contact [email protected] or Call 1890 815 699

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