Game Reviews Starting Soon

I have been thinking lately. Since I have Been focusing on writing on www.techhog.com with my phone reviews and news, I think Ill start reviewing games on this site. Games will include PC, Xbox, PS3 and Wii.

Ill be reviewing basic elements of newer games. Nothing in-depth that will give away the story line, just what to expect, basics of the game and most importantly, my thoughts on the game.

Games you can expect to soon see include:

1. Skyrim (Of course)
2. Diablo III (Beta)
3. Path of Exile(Beta)
4. Star Wars Old Republic (Beta)
5. and other games that are requested. 

I will also be writing about Random games like:

• Indie games in the Xbox marketplace
• Patches and new Downloaded content
• Starcraft custom games, Etc...

Hope you guys enjoy this new change, and hopefully this will be one of your new stops for game information and reviews.

Any games you would like to see? Let me know!!

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or email me at info.dailyelectronic@gmail.com

Asus Transformer Review!!

Check out my review on the Asus Transformer Tablet and Keyboard!!!

Droid Bionic(Review)

The New Droid Bionic is claimed to be the best smartphone to hit Verizon Wireless' LTE Service. Lets find out why. 

Released on September 8th, the Droid Bionic has created a lot of hype for such a new device(its like, if everyone were to know the new kid in school). Under all the hardware the phone comes equipped with Android 2.3.4 powered by a 1GHz dual core processor, paired with 1GB or DDR2 RAM(phew, let me catch my breath). That is pretty amazing for a smartphone. I still know people who have computers with 1GB of RAM or less... This 4.3in display is starting to become an average size among all the newer smartphones on the market(I am also pretty sure that this is Verizon's first LTE phone to have a dual core processor).

The camera takes wonderful 1080P video and amazing photos with a 8MP camera with LED flash. There is also a front facing camera for video chats. The Droid Bionic is loaded with 16GB of internal memory and comes pre-loaded with a 16GB MicroSD card(Maximum is 32GB). Next to the micro USB charging port is HDMI out(yay for tv/monitor hookup!)

The 1735mAh battery is above average allowing almost 11 hours of talk time. However people say that the phone only lasts them about 8-10 hours on heavy use. That isn't too bad for the newer phones out on the market. You have to take in to consideration all the crazy things it can do compared to the older phones(or even the phones that were released last year).

The overall design of this device is very sleek and above average in my opinion. The scratch resistant screen is a great touch to the Droid Bionic(say good by to screen protectors, unless you're paranoid that you'll drop your phone or playing with a handful of diamonds). The volume rocker feels responsive and is nice to the touch. Not to inset or sticking to far out. The back to the phone has a nice, light rubbery feeling to it(kinda like the Motorola Droid 2). It looks good and fits well in your hands, what more could you ask for.

This phone is not a global phone, so its not simcard supportive(lame). However, this phone comes loaded with Motorola's WebTop dock which allows the user to connect the phone to the LapDock cradle. This can essentially turn your phone in to a laptop/netbook(sorta like the Motorola Atrix on AT&T).

Other than the phone being slightly large and heaver than average(5.6oz, average is 4.4oz), The Droid Bionic is the best phone offered by Verizon Wireless.

Dell Inspiron Duo 10-inch(Review)

You're a confused buyer looking at getting a new computer for your travels.. You think you want a new touchscreen tablet because they are new and hip, but you also want a physical keyboard because you feel more at ease using one. Well have no fear, The Dell Inspiron Duo is here!

The new Duo netbook converts from a tablet touchscreen to a netbook laptop with functioning keyboard. The Dell Inspiron Duo comes with a 10in touchscreen, full functioning keyboard and Windows 7 Premium. Also with pretty standard internals like 2GB of DDR 3 ram, Integrated Intel NM10 Graphics, Wifi enabled, 1.3MP webcam, 3.0 Bluetooth and a nice high resolution screen.The processor is a dual core Atom N550 which is pretty nice for a netbook(this will allow you to do basic daily computer tasks with ease. Don't expect to run games or hi-def movies with great frame rate).

When playing with a demo of this product the swivel mount supporting the screen seems very sturdy. When the computer is in both tablet and netbook mode, the screen fits flush in the case. The screen is nice and responsive to the touch(But there were times of lag here and there. Not sure if that was because its a floor model or not). When you are using the device in tablet form there is some extra size and weight added from the keyboard. So if you are looking for using this as a straight tablet which is significantly lighter, you might as well move on. However, when you want to type papers and such you can switch to using the keyboard in seconds.

The one issue I had while using this netbook is the touch pad on the keyboard is a little small. I found my finger moving off the pad really easily, guess that's something someone would have to get used to. Oh and also, I should add that the battery life is a bout 4 hours. Which is pretty horrible in my honest opinion. You might have to keep this plugged in all day. All in all this is a great start to the flip/swivel design but I think it could be better with a few upgrades and longer battery life.

HTC Sensation XE Rexiew

So if you're not aware, the HTC Sensation was just recently released by T-Mobile. But hold up, the title says HTC Sensation XE? I know, I'm just as shocked as you are. The developers at HTC have announced the release of the Sensation Xe for late September in the UK. Not knowing the actual date for the US, all I can say is, expect it late 2011 or early 2012. The new sensation will be a nice upgrade from the previous one and include Beats by Dre Audio(Yay, awesome audio quality!).

Externally the two Sensations look identical. 4.3in display and 8MP camera which can shoot 1080p. However, inside its a whole different beast(Its like hulk before he turns green, thank you look inside and there he is; All big, angry and green. Looking at you like you didn't put your cloths away from last night. Mom, I know, get off my case. But, I digress...). Boosted with a 1.5GHz dual core processor and a 1730 mAh battery, where the previous model only had a 1520 mAh battery.

Coming standard with Android 2.3.4 and HTC Sense 3.0, everything else about it is pretty much the same. Oh and one other major change. The lights are red, I think that's pretty awesome.

Dead Island. ZOMBIES! (Review)

Finally its here folks, Dead Island. The most unknown anticipated game of the year! So I think anyway... This gory and gruesome, first person, online, zombie survival RPG, hit shelves last week. So grab an axe and lets cut off some zombie heads.

The game play in general feels natural and if you're like me, playing late at night in a small dark room alone, the game can put you on the edge of your seat. Dead Island incorporates 4 player online mode for the PC,  XBL and PlayStation online; so zombie slaying can become a family activity("MOM! Get in here! What do you mean what are we doing?! We're killing zombies!). However, the quest objectives seem a little strange at times, you might find small holes in the story line and lack of game play instructions/controls. Other than that the game itself is amazing.

You start out able to select from one of the 4 main characters who happen to be on vacation during the zombie outbreak(dont think that's ironic, It was planned). Game play in the beginning is a bit slow till you start getting quests to do. But hang in there, the games worth the wait. Progressing through the game play you earn experience and gain levels(awesome idea), you earn stats and you can upgrade and skills as well(Just like every other RPG). Don't forget to kick(I didn't know how to till after the first hour or 2 of playing). Your character is only able to hold 4-8 weapons depending on its level(and if you include your fists), but all the weapons can be modified and upgraded if you know the right people. But watch out for their durability, and repair them before they break and become unusable.

So that's it, in a nutshell. You unlock new areas throughout the game, go to new city's and the zombies level with your level. There are a few points, when you get higher in level, where 2 people isn't an option; Its a must have. 

Hope everyone enjoys this game as much as I do!

The New-ish LG Phoenix (Review)

So the LG phoenix and I go way back, probably about a week. But I've been there for it the first time it was taken out of the small cardboard box it was shipped in. Ahhh good times, but I digress... Any who, I like to think of this phone as a baby android. Its only running Froyo (android 2.2) out of the box, however I'm a sucker for ice cream (frozen yogurt in this case). The device itself feels great in my hands and even though I'm used to a larger screen (4.1 in), this smaller 3.2 in screen is actually better than expected, my fat thumbs can type flawlessly. Now when I use my normal phone it feels so weird having a large screen, thanks LG...

The phone itself sizes in at 4.47 x 2.32 x 0.53 in (LxWxH). I know it doesn't sound like much since everyone's a 'size queen' now adays but its a great change. Since the LG Phoenix is an android device it comes standard with email, music, web, Blue tooth, WiFi and yes even sms/mms. The battery capacity is 1500 mAh and using it heavily, It lasts me a day and a half.

Let me explain a few things I wish LG would have done to make this a phone i would replace my current one with. First things first, the screen material(for lack of a better term). Its not the awesome glass that everyone's used to on a high end smartphone, its more like a cheap plastic feeling. However using it for a week I haven't accumulated any scratches... knock on wood. Second, I wish it had a faster processor. It come standard with a 600MHz processor which is fine and has very little lag when doing things, but when you try to multitask you can feel it slow down. Lastly I wish it had a larger MP camera. Its only 3.2MP with no flash which is standard for a basic phone but if it's gonna be a replacer, it has to be at least 5MP+ with flash in my book.

So all-in-all I like this phone and if you want a nice, compact, reliable android phone without either breaking the bank or too large of a screen, The LG Phoenix is the way to go.

Other Information worth knowing...
If you planing on rooting this phone, the processor cant get overclocked higher than 600(Lame I know. Drop F-bombs, break things, listen to metal, whatever you have to do to get your frustration out). This phone would be on a top list of mine if i could over clock it to 1gHz.

Also, custom roms are hard to find for this device, might have to check out xda for custom roms (Try searching for LG Optimus T or V roms).

Any other questions feel free to ask!

-Doug