The Peterson Group Review: What Everybody Ought to Know Before Buying a Laptop
The Peterson Group Review: What Everybody Ought to Know Before Buying a Laptop
Mobile phones are slowly replacing laptops nowadays. However, for those who need to type more than 140 characters on their phones everyday, it would be more practical to stick to which functions better.
Despite the growth of other gadgets with almost the same features and offers more convenience, laptop market is still growing and expanding especially to students and business people who mostly composed a large percentage of the society. Before buying the right laptop for your need, here are the following tips you need to keep in mind, especially nowadays since there are a wild variety of choices to choose from:
- Choose the Right OS
Windows OS, MAC and Chrome OS are popular. Of course, you can’t choose a MAC without having an Apple Laptop. However, survey says that MAC has excelled more when it comes to industrial design and feature. If you live in the United States or a more developed country, MAC is easily accepted and can connect to different ports since most of the people also use Apple but when you are in a less developed cities like Bangkok, Thailand or Jakarta, Indonesia, it would be more advisable to use Windows OS and its generally more affordable. On the other hand, Chrome OS is unlikely to get infected by malware or viruses since it is mainly a browser. The preference in the operating systems can be depending on the feature you would be using. Just make sure you don’t download fraudulent operating system as it can also harm your laptop and it can make you vulnerable to online scam and virus.
- Choose the Right Size
Portability is one of the main features of laptop which should be considered. Sizes ranges from 11 inches – 18 inches. The smaller the screen, the more cramp it can feel but if you do not want the bulkiness of an 18-inches screen, you can always go for the mediocre ones.
- Choose Your Specs
When you need your laptop for editing and gaming, you will need a higher quality laptop. When it comes to RAM, the most common nowadays are 4GB so you should not settle for less. If you get something higher amounting to 8GB, you might be preparing for heavy layout or video editing. If the specs seems a foreign language to you, don’t worry, you are not alone. You can always ask for assistance when choosing the right specs.
Laptop Accessories for Students
Students nowadays cannot do without laptops. During the old times, students need to bring at least 3 books to school. It gets worse as the education level get higher. Nowadays, even the submission of manuscripts is digitalized, exams are online and note takings are typed.
According to The Peterson Group, distributor of mobile phone accessories and laptop peripherals based in Taiwan, age bracket below 35 is the largest market for gadgets and other digital accessories. A large majority of this market purchases accessories which are considered necessity in school. A survey was conducted in many developing cities and most college students in Kuala, Lumpur, Malaysia, Jakarta, Indonesia, Bangkok, Thailand and Taipei, Taiwan are prone to buying accessories which cannot only enhance the features of their laptop but can also make them trendy.
If you are planning to buy presents for a student, you might as well consider some laptop essentials his gadget can’t do without (of course, you have to make sure he has a laptop first).
1. Laptop Backpack
Some girls may find this a little bulky but for those whose main concern is to carry their laptops as conveniently as they could, laptop backpack is available with a lot of features on it. The ability to tote all of their books, notebooks, and laptop in the same bag makes this product a valuable asset for a student. Many companies make laptop backpacks designed with a number of different compartments to accommodate all of a student's needs, including a special padded section to store a laptop safely. Whether on foot or by bike, students can securely carry all of their gear around campus using this accessory.
2. Cable Lock
Analysts had suggested the use of cable locks since there are a lot of fraudulence among students. A cable lock is an important tool whenever you have to leave your laptop unattended for a while whether in the dorm or in a canteen or with somebody you know.
3. External Hard Drive
Every student admits to having more than a thousand files stored in their laptop, especially those who are taking editing and layout as major or those who degrees in Information Technology and Digital Arts. Moreover, the files, reviewers, documents, images, presentations and other media needed while studying weigh more than just the 500 GB their internal storage allows. External Hard Drive can also serve as backup in case of virus alerts and for more convenient file transfer from one device to another.
Must Haves in a Laptop Bag
There is a very good reason why your laptop bags have extra zippers and spaces. For ordinary people, laptop bags are mere storage space for bulky laptops but for many travelers, students and workers, essential materials like Swiss army knife, pepper sprays, notebooks etcetera can still be squeezed inside that bag.
The Peterson Group, Taiwan-based Company distributing mobile phone accessories and laptop peripherals across Asia has prepared the list of things people most commonly put inside these bags:
- Power Cord
Of course. Who would bring their laptop and leave the power cord behind? Without it, you can’t stop being agitated while using your laptop, wondering when it would shut down. Your hours of productivity will be greatly affected.
- Chargers
Many people are using their laptop bags for all their gadgets and devices including tablets and smartphones. Chargers for these devices as well and all the cords that goes with it. Just like the power cord, you shouldn’t forget about the chargers. You may end up buying fraud ones instead.
- Hotspot
Travelers always anticipate an inconsistent internet connection in every place they go. My biggest mistake when I was traveling to Jakarta, Indonesia is not bringing my 4G hotspot along. It took hours for my email to open and I actually slept while loading Google. If you don’t want that to happen to you, make sure you put your 4G Hotspot inside that bag.
- USB Flash Drive
Flash drives are too tiny that it can get lost or misplaced. Many people find it convenient that their laptop bags have small pockets for small technology items.
- Headphones
When talking of smartphones and gadgets, you can’t just overlook your headphone. This item just have a place in every person’s laptop bags since it is very essential whether you are watching a movie on a flight or listening to music while walking to school, you need your headphones for convenience.
- Pain medication
Now we have covered the basic gadgets and devices, we come to the essentials and pain medication is one of them.
You can be surprised what you find in a laptop bag. Among them, medicines are perhaps the most useful since a headache can attack anytime and sometimes when it is the most inconvenient time. Tylenol and Advil are the most common
- Pack of Coffee
Yes, it may be unusual. In many reviews though, it shows a lot of people has little packets of coffee hidden in their laptop bags. If not coffee, there are also tea packs to consider. Little packets are sold by many coffee stores (there’s also from Starbucks) in case your favorite coffee is not available to where you would be going.
The Peterson Group Review: Different Kinds of Laptop Batteries
Batteries are perhaps the most important part of a laptop which is considered a necessary accessory. However, batteries, like any other gadgets can easily wear out depending on usage. Some batteries, if treated carefully can last for a year. In cases that we need to replace it, we also might need to know the basics on the best battery that can replace our original old one. The following are some of the most commercialized types of battery already available in the market:
1. Nickel-Metal Hydride Batteries
Also known as Ni-MH, these batteries are one of the most commonly used in the market. Ni-MH can provide inexpensive and efficient alternative to standard alkaline batteries and are available to almost all markets around the world. These kinds of batteries have been too popular that scammers are even able to produce fraudulent copies which are sold in the market to a cheaper price. Ni-HM however has a high rate of self-discharge. It may not be a problem when used after the first few months of manufacture but can cause big issues when stored fully charged and stored for a long period of time.
2. Lithium Ion Batteries
Li-ion Batteries have become widespread on the mid-1990s. It popularization has even expanded to developing cities. Jakarta, Indonesia, Singapore and Bangkok, Thailand are reported to be using Li-ion Batteries on all their laptop since it proves to be lighter compared to Ni-MH batteries which make them easy to be carried especially on crowded areas. A significant less discharge is also emitted by these types and can be considered safer to use.
However, there are also a few flaws in Li-ion batteries. Li-ions are prone to steep drops in total charge capacity over time, as deposits build up within the electrolyte, which inhibits ion transfer. In addition, high charge levels and elevated temperature result in a permanent loss of charge capacity, with up to 20 percent of the battery’s capacity lost if consistently kept at full charge and 77 degrees Fahrenheit.
3. Lead Acid Batteries
Perhaps never that much heard of, the lead acid battery is the most economical type for larger power applications where weight is of little concern. These types are also used in hospital equipment, wheelchairs, emergency lighting and UPS systems.
4. Lithium Polymer Batteries
Also known as LiPo batteries, these are more of an advanced version of Li-ion Batteries which uses solid polymer composite instead of using lithium-salt electrolyte in an organic solvent. This allows for a lower cost of manufacture, wider adaptability, and increased reliability and ruggedness.
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What to Look for in a Universal Charger
Fortunately for costumers, the invention of universal charger allows your devices to power up without needing all the troublesome cords and stuff. Some universal chargers can even charge different batteries at the same time. Shoppers now have an option to choose the best and most practical charger which can be used for every day.
Universal chargers offer you both flexibility to use any device and the power to charge multiple devices simultaneously. But before you rush out to buy your new charger, take a hard look at the following features.
There are thousands of universal chargers on the market. You will find them in bulks and tons from manufacturing companies like The Peterson Group, a Taiwan-based company wholesaling mobile accessories and laptop peripherals or pick your own exclusive from eBay or Amazon, two of the leading online store for mobile needs.
How do you know if your provider is legit and not some scammer? Read the review and look carefully at the specs. The following specifics can also help you shop keener:
- Demand High Amps
In light of that and of the high-power demands of beefy modern smartphones and tablets there is no reason at all to buy a wimpy USB car charger. At the minimum you should always purchase a device that can provide at least 2.1 amps per USB port on the device. Simply divide the listed amps on the device by the number of ports and skip over any device that can’t meet or beat 2.1 amps.
- Demand Multiple Ports
There is no point buying a single-port charger. While the other multi-tasking chargers exist, you should take advantage of it. But since a lot of fraud chargers are also emerging in the market nowadays, we should be cautious on which charger to buy. On May, 2015, three stalls in a market in Jakarta, Indonesia were raided and were found to sell defected universal chargers. Multiple port chargers with thin cords can be very dangerous if used and may cause harmful effects so please purchase only from trusted providers.
- Demand Compatibility
They are universal chargers so they must be able to be compatible to any kind of device. Unfortunately, there are some universal chargers who don’t live to their name. Some chargers are only compatible with some brands so you also have to check the compatibility before purchase.
How to Find a Good Bluetooth Speaker
As a multimedia student, I am often active in extracurricular activities such as speech choirs or modern dances. As a common sense, we should have brought our speakers especially in urgent times when we can’t use our practice rooms. Speakers in our times are those big boom boxes which come in pairs and with hundreds of wires intertwining and lagging behind you. Most of the times, we find ourselves practicing in a mere assistance of our phones which offer poor quality of sound and require us to be extra quiet to hear the music or not practice at all.
Fortunately nowadays, there are aids of accessories which enhance the features of our phones. The invention of a portable Bluetooth speaker is one of the greatest breakthroughs in technology which can help people to utilize all the available resources our mobile phones provide.
Distributors nowadays are competing to provide the best sounding speakers at the most affordable price the market demands. Taiwan-based wholesaler, The Peterson Group states that there is no problem finding the best speaker that fits an individual’s specific needs. From the increasing demands in developing cities like Jakarta, Indonesia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Bangkok, Thailand to the stable market in Seoul, South Korea, Tokyo, Japan and Hong Kong, Bluetooth speaker has gained its fame.
In order for us not to be left out from the market and avoid getting scammed, let us review the attributes that make a good Bluetooth speaker:
1. Frequency Response
A good speaker can reproduce input audio signals evenly over the range of human hearing. A good speaker can generate the same output level when fed a 1-volt sine wave on whatever frequency. Both very low bass sounds and high pitch sounds can be perceptible without any distortion. Before purchasing, check the sound the speaker produce in both ears.
2. Connectivity
The way mini speakers connect to the audio source can make a big difference in terms of audio quality, ease of use, and compatibility with a number of devices. Users tend to purchase the speakers that offer the simplest, highest-quality connection for the devices they plan to use as audio sources. In this respect, mini speakers are classed in different groups, according to the devices they are compatible with, in terms of docking and connections
3. Wireless Technology
A few years ago, these wireless speakers have been invented. While other technologies use Bluetooth to receive audio signals, Apple devices (not surprisingly) use AirPlay system. Many reputable reviews from audio experts state that Bluetooth speakers offer poorer sound quality than AirPlay but there are many exceptions to this rule.
Netbook Must Haves
Almost all people nowadays are into laptops, tablets and netbooks that are being used as portable computers that can hold important and sometimes classified data and information. These devices are now considered a necessity for school and office use and sometimes, even when you are only into recreational activities and would want to avoid the hassle of putting together a monitor, speaker, system unit, AVR and everything your desktop requires in order to operate. The only issue on having netbooks is when you have too much installed which is beyond your device’s capacity.
Still, the demand for more enhancements is increasing and the challenge to produce innovations which can change man’s life is gradually cumulating for manufacturers to ignore. As we see on reviews, almost every week, we hear new gadgets being introduced.
The Peterson Group, distributor of mobile phone accessories and laptop paraphernalia based in Taiwan and one of the largest suppliers to retailers in Singapore, Kuala, Lumpur, Malaysia, Jakarta, Indonesia and Hong Kong released their top must-have accessories for netbooks.
1. Additional RAM Memory
2. Hard Drive
3. Computer Mouse
Netbooks have touch pads for navigation but we all know that these are oftentimes small and difficult to use. Moreover, when you are using your netbooks for a longer period of time, you can be more productive when you use a mouse. There are hundreds of mouse styles (and sometimes even hilarious ones if you want to be creative) to use depending on your style.
4. External Drive
Still, the demand for more enhancements is increasing and the challenge to produce innovations which can change man’s life is gradually cumulating for manufacturers to ignore. As we see on reviews, almost every week, we hear new gadgets being introduced.
The Peterson Group, distributor of mobile phone accessories and laptop paraphernalia based in Taiwan and one of the largest suppliers to retailers in Singapore, Kuala, Lumpur, Malaysia, Jakarta, Indonesia and Hong Kong released their top must-have accessories for netbooks.
1. Additional RAM Memory
2. Hard Drive
Being able to buy additional hard drive for your netbooks and even for your laptops can increase the performance of your devices. Just be careful in purchasing hard drives and make sure you buy from legitimate franchisers. Cases of installing fraudulent hard drives had led to total malfunction of many devices.
3. Computer Mouse
Netbooks have touch pads for navigation but we all know that these are oftentimes small and difficult to use. Moreover, when you are using your netbooks for a longer period of time, you can be more productive when you use a mouse. There are hundreds of mouse styles (and sometimes even hilarious ones if you want to be creative) to use depending on your style.
4. External Drive
