Sentences with phrase «gadgetry as»

As someone who has traveled a lot during my career, I've always been amazed at a plane's temperamental gadgetry as, in addition to the above examples of how a plane could blow up if my Kindle was on while taxiing during takeoff, but the plane's equipment automagically becomes stronger during flight because the flight attendants always come over the PA system when we land — and are taxiing — that it's ok to turn on my cell phone, Kindle, etc..

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Now, as Spinergy Inc. founder and CEO Martin Connolly tours Interbike, taking in row after flashy row of bicycle frames, wheels, components, and gadgetry, he notes with particular pride the number of booths showcasing Spinergy wheels on their display bikes.

The convention centre's 720,000 square feet were packed with elaborate exhibits for giants such as Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo, featuring enough futuristic tech gadgetry, life - sized game character reproductions and leather - clad «booth babes» to make any gamer's head explode.

Items from the modern cabinet of wonders, such as GPS and radar and mobile - phone technology and flight - tracker apps that let you follow planes from your pocket, hand us an illusory sense of control - a notion that we have, through gadgetry, rendered the world finite.

Immersed as we are in gadgetry, living a lifestyle which, in its very making, is explicable by scientific laws, our culture feels an inherent uneasiness in discussing things that can't be explained in this way.

Loving all the colorful photography as well as this easy peasy recipe with this cool ZOKU popsicle gadgetry!

Tongue - in - cheek repartee and action sequences employing clever gadgetry lend some zip to the yarns, which also showcase the rugged good looks of Robert Vaughn as debonair Napoleon Solo, and the blond, turtlenecked charm of David McCallum's Ilya Kuryakin.

At other times, however, Mendes and screenwriters John Logan, Neal Purvis, Robert Wade and Jez Butterworth seem to feel the need to include more classic Bond aspects, such as hulking henchman Hinx (Dave Bautista, «Guardians of the Galaxy»), an elaborate base for Oberhauser complete with private army, and an over-reliance on gadgetry.

Craig's tenure as Bond has been characterized by emphasis upon physicality and psychology over gadgetry and flippancy.

An array of sophisticated gadgetry is at Templar's command as he plunges into a cloak - and - dagger netherworld of move and counter-move.

Despite all the spy - jinks and impressive gadgetry, the cast prevents Spy Kids from ever becoming an empty exercise in eye candy, as is so often the case with kid - targeted movies these days.

After seeing the trailers, I went to the movie expecting the sort of Jules Verne - type gadgetry that used to amaze me as kid.

Being a roadster, it boasts a folding hard - top as standard, while there's a host of open - air gadgetry, with «airscarf» neck heating, climatised seats and «magic sky control» — a glass roof that can be tinted or lightened at the touch of a button — optional.

Nor will you find the latest gadgetry, such as blind - spot warning, lane - departure warning, or active cruise control.

The interior is awash with styling statements and electronic gadgetry, as well as some funky but genuinely appealing features like the removable, washable seat covers that are standard in top - spec Dynamique form, and optional on the Expression model.

With many of the same technology options as the 2007 A4 sedan we got in earlier in 2007, our A4 Cabriolet tester was well stocked with cabin gadgetry, including a usable — albeit dated — navigation system, a great hands - free calling interface, and a sweet - sounding audio system.

Starting with the 2018 E-Class Coupe, the model comes with the same design as the Cabriolet, except for the hard top, coming with impressive design lines and exclusive interior, the latter being highlighted by high - quality materials and the latest gadgetries.

Needless to say, the latest safety and communication gadgetry, as well as opulent amenities abound in this full - size luxury sedan available for way under the $ 30k limit.

Other gadgetry such as electronically controlled rear spoiler and side air intakes, multimedia system with 7 - inch screen, navigation and xenon lights also complete the Aventador experience.

In a segment where entry - level can translate as devoid of all bling and gadgetry, the A6 surprises.

The high - tech gadgetry and convenience features are carried forward to the SVR variant as well so that you get the best balance of both worlds.

When it comes to technology, the packaging can be as important as the gadgetry itself.

Competing in the D - segment sedan space, the Toyota Corolla has been one of the most trusted names when it comes to comfortable sedans and the new generation model only promises to be better not only in terms of design, but also in terms of interior comfort, electronic gadgetry and powertrain as well.

Even here the gadgetry feels secondary to driver feel and passive safety features, such as responsive handling for evasive maneuvers and solid visibility.

As you rise in rank through the family, your missions will get more challenging and more dangerous, but you should be well equipped with weapons and gadgetry to be successful if youve got the guts.

New paths open up as you discover fresh alien gadgetry, like a trenchcoat that lets you phase through walls, and a device that lets you control a small alien bug to crawl into new cave systems.

We're back again with another episode of 1RBC Gaming Weekly — it's been an interesting week for gaming as Nintendo has held another online presentation showing off some upcoming Switch games - and it seems that a handful of them are hand - me - downs from the Wii U. Paradox, meanwhile, has acquired a stake in Hardsuit Labs and the 2018 Consumer Electronic Show has brought a glut of gaming gadgetry - some of it quite interesting.

It was an original IP, featured a possible mascot, was exclusively on the PlayStation 4 and used much of its new gadgetry (such as the speaker on the controller).

As fans will no doubt be aware, after many years of high tech gadgetry and sophisticated weaponry, Call of Duty is heading back to its roots with Call of Duty: WWII and on the 25th August Activision will once again vex every Xbox One gamer by releasing the multiplayer beta to those who have pre-ordered the game -LSB-...]

You still get to be The Batman, as badass as he ever was, confronting the nastiest enemies that Gotham City has ever seen, with an array of impressive gadgetry and the fighting system that put Rocksteady Studios on the map.

That bristling array of gadgetry was pretty much essential — Killzone: Shadow Fall is pretty hard, with rigorous enemy AI (if they get close, they shine lights in your eyes, more or less blinding you, so you can't remain static), and in the level we played, employing stealth (followed by a neck - snapping takedown) was essential, as was deploying the OWL drone to keep enemies occupied.

Famous as one of the inventors of video art, the Fluxus pioneer Nam June Paik was a restless early adaptor across the spectrum of new technologies, employing computers, primitive robotics, and telecommunications gadgetry to create spiritually questing works that remain radical and relevant today.

Kitted out with ECO4 energy efficiency gadgetry, such as Bombardier's MITRAC Permanent Magnet Motor and an assistance system which allows the driver to monitor speed and traction force, this new train not only set a new Swedish speed record (295 km / h; 183 mph) but consumes 20 - 30 % less energy than your average train.

To see such things clearly in a developed country * should * lead to a sense of gratitude, if not pure wonder at the abundance of easily acquired food as well as all the cheap electronic gadgetry making our lives better or more fun (or easier housework).

However, if casinos suspect you of counting cards, either mentally or through trickery such as teamwork or gadgetry, they are legally allowed to kick you out and revoke your winnings.

For many people, it should be noted, that smart home gear control is the killer app, letting the Echo act as a universal remote for a growing selection of gadgetry.

Porsche Design makes a habit of building tech gadgetry with a twist, even allying with other manufacturers, such as BlackBerry, for limited edition products in the past.There are few products as «unique» as its latest piece of home tech wizardry though....

It also wasn't updated as often as HomeKit - enabled gadgetry was hitting the market.

The feedback about quality of materials being just as important as features and gadgetry has finally sunk in, and the result is two devices which feel as great as they seem to perform.

Search out red kitchen accessories with pretty patterns — and choose gadgetry such as food mixers, kettles and radios in red.