Do you love to maintain your own scrapbook? Or are you too creative and always end up adding beautiful designs on your projects? All these are very lovely and welcome habits, and there are ways to make these cute habits of yours grow more potent. You do not need to bear a load of all the troublesome part on yourself anymore. Yeah, you heard that right. There are ways to make the messy part less hectic, and that is where Cricut comes to your aid. Brought to you by Provo Craft & Novelty, Cricut is a broad range of die-cutting machines usable at your residence that can help you out with all your interesting habits.
The Cricut machines are so designed that they can cut through paper, felt and vinyl. Among other products that can be cut are fabric and fondant and variousothers as well. There are also many die cutters available in the market, but the versatility and ease of use of Cricut make it a far more desired product than many others.
Cricut Models
Now let us walk through the various Cricut models and learn what each of the products is capable of achieving. You need to get accustomed to the various Cricut models and cartridges they use before you can choose the right one for yourself. The cutters operate based on the cutting parameters that you have fed into the machine and you can think of it as quite analogous to a desktop printer. The four well-known models are the Cricut (original), the Cricut Expression, and then there is the Cricut Expression 2 and the Cricut Mini for you.
Cricut Original – A 6″ x 12″ Cutting Mat is lodged in the original Cricut and can make images that are in the range of 1″ to about 5 1/2″ tall. The best part about the original Cricut is that it is compatible with all the available Cricut cartridges, though it is not as powerful as the new models. It lacks the ability to cut the various types of materials its other younger siblings can. This machine makes a Deep Cut Blade and Housing that will allow its’ owners to cut through material that is 1.55 mm thick and therefore,magnet, chipboard, and other stamp materials can be cut. Also, it supports the Cricut Design Craft Room software.
Cricut Expression – It has some advantages over the original. The first among which is that it allows to cut shapes in the range of 1/4″ to 23 1/2″ and has a 12″ x 12″ cutting mat, with adjustable slides. It can also cut a wider range of materials that would include vellum and thin foils. The lovely thing is that it features an LCD screen that allows seeing a preview of the work, and has features like Quantity and Auto-Fill. The machine has a paper saver mode and allows choosing between portrait and a landscape orientation. It includes two cartridges, the PlantinSchoolBook and the Accent Essentials.
Cricut Expression 2 – This version has an updated exterior compared to its predecessor. It has the same 12″ x 12″ cutting mat. The designers have made it lose the conventional keyboard and has a new touch LCD screen in its place. The keyboard is displayed on the screen and allows proper placement of the images. It has an added feature that allows you to perform independent sizing and rotation.
Cricut Mini – As the name suggests, it is a mini cutting machine and works only with a computer, with the help of the Cricut Craft Room Design software. Some 500 images are automatically available as soon as the software is installed. The machine allows usage of all available cartridges, except the Cricut Imagine cartridges. It cuts images in the range of 1/4″ to 11 1/2″.
The giant tech company, Google, has successfully charmed its loyalists through its well-engineered smartphones. It has always been at the top of its game and has now launched the flagship smartphone, Google Pixel 3 XL. The smartphone is powered by AI and makes for the most enjoyable experience. Also touted to have the best smartphone camera, does it deliver as well as its expectations?
The Google Pixel 3 XL is promising, and the Android Pie phone comes in three different colors i.e. clearly white, just black, and not pink. With a big-built and color-rich OLED screen, the flagship phone is the successor to the much-lauded Google Pixel 2 XL. The Pixel 2 XL managed to create quite a stir while being packed with some great features. Does the Pixel 3 XL build off that success? It is on the surface only that you see a difference in the notch of the phone; however, there is much more going on. If you’re wondering what sets the Google Pixel 3 XL apart from its predecessor, here are some features to note:
Design: The Google Pixel 3 XL does not stray away too far from the Pixel 2 XL in terms of design. However, the new flagship is made of all glass, as opposed to the metal and glass combination of the 2 XL. Both the phones are built to be water resistant, but owing to the IPX8 rating of the 3 XL, one can expect better performance on that front. There is also an obvious change in the sizable appearance, as the weight and the dimensions differ.
Camera: The Pixel phones have received much appreciation for their camera features, and as expected, the Pixel 3 XL aims higher. Just like the Google Pixel 2 XL, the Pixel 3 XL features a single-lens 12.2 MP f/1.8 rear camera, but there are some features that take it a notch higher. There are new modes to look out for, and the most admirable of the lot is the “Top Shot” feature. The front camera comes with an upgrade, with the 3 XL employing the dual-lens front camera for more versatility.
OS and power: The Google Pixel 3 XL steps above its predecessor, as it features an octa-core Snapdragon 845 chipset that is paired with 4 GB RAM. While the RAM remains the same, there is a difference in the chipset. The phone also comes with notable features such as Active Edge, which cannot be seen in the phones of other brands. What’s more? The Pixel 3 XL also aids in data security with the newly added feature, i.e., Titan security module.
The Google Pixel 3 XL engraves a greater place for itself and brings with it several refreshing changes. It’s not wrong to admit that the upgraded features are invariably substantial.
Google Pixel 3 has been one of the much-awaited phones for all android fans. Since the announcement, there has been a lot of speculation on how the product will fare in comparison to the affordable Android alternatives available across multiple popular brands.
Google has always introduced a new feature or update that makes the Google Pixel phones stand out from the rest. With the official launch of Google Pixel 3, it is easier to narrow down the specifications and make an assessment.
Here are the points to consider before you invest in a Google Pixel 3 smartphone:
Updates
In comparison to its predecessor, Google Pixel 3 will have the ability to screen calls and block spam more effectively using Google Assistant. The software is designed to monitor and receive calls from unknown numbers automatically.
Google Duplex
Google Assistant does a fantastic job in comparison to other virtual assistants including Siri for the Apple OS and Alexa for Amazon smart tech. However, the company plans to launch the newly redefined Google Duplex, which is a more advanced version of Google Assistant with ultra-realistic human voice capabilities. The feature will be rolled out in Google Pixel 3 phones available in select cities like New York, Atlanta, Phoenix, and San Fransisco with the launch in November. However, Google will roll out the feature soon for global shipping of the Google Pixel 3 thereafter.
Key specifications
Upgrades to the hardware interface to support software capabilities make the Google Pixel 3 worth the premium price. A 5.5 OLED screen boasts a sharper resolution and higher pixel density in comparison to its predecessor. Google Pixel 3 is powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor with 4GB of internal memory to handle multiple tasks and processes efficiently. You can multitask without any system lag and enjoy the best of what Google. Wireless charging is also among the main highlights of this phone.
Camera
Google has paid attention to the camera installment on both the Google Pixel 3 and Google Pixel 3 XL with enhancement in image capture technology. The new AI software plays a key role in determining the quality of the image before it is even taken to enhance the overall output.
The Google Pixel 3 is available in two distinct variants with two storage capacities and three color options. The 64GB and 128GB storage capacity are available with both Google Pixel 3 and Google Pixel 3 XL. Colors include Just Black, Very White, and Not Pink. The Google Pixel 3 can be bought for a price of approximately $799 while the XL variant is available for around $100.