The Psychology of Your Battery Level Indicator… Or When to Believe That Yellow Bar


batteryHave you ever looked at your phone’s battery indicator after lunch and thought: “Great! My phone’s good ’til after dinner.”

And then, about 2:00, you see a yellow bar on your phone’s battery indicator and can’t figure out what must have happened.

Why did the battery power drop so quickly? Maybe you need to change your habits so you don’t drain your battery as fast. However, if you aren’t doing anything out-of-the-ordinary to drain your battery, then understand that the indicator is “designed” on some psychological premises. Continue reading “The Psychology of Your Battery Level Indicator… Or When to Believe That Yellow Bar”

Project to Your TV from Your iPad… and More


VGA Adapter for iPad or iPhone 4S

You may already know about this adapter, but may not realize how affordable and useful it could be for your ministry.  I just checked and it’s currently $29 from the Apple Store.

Would you like to show presentations, videos, and photos from your iPad or iPhone 4S screen using a  VGA-equipped TV, monitor, or external projector?

Continue reading “Project to Your TV from Your iPad… and More”

Powerbag


What do you think of this useful review? Would a powered backpack, messenger bag, or briefcase be a great asset for your ministry?  Powerbag has its own battery so you can charge any of your devices while you’re on the go. NOTES: I decided to feature a reviewer’s impressions of the Powerbag. Here’s Powerbag’s official promo video. The reviewer’s discount offer is no longer in effect. Continue reading Powerbag

Could You Use A Rugged Mobile Computer?


The Motion Computing F5v is an impressive computer that just might be the solution for your ministry if you work outdoors, in remote locations, in a field clinic, in a warehouse with inventory, or at a conference. The Motion Computing F5v can handle different weather conditions and is readable in bright sunlight. It has a Gorilla® Glass screen and a rugged body with a handle. Continue reading Could You Use A Rugged Mobile Computer?