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Sunday, January 19, 2014

Samsung Galaxy S5: Release date, price, specs, news and rumours









The Samsung Galaxy S5 is set to be one of the biggest smartphone launches of 2014 – even with little known at this point what Samsung even has planned

Samsung’s current flagship handset, the Samsung Galaxy S4 went on sale in April 2013. It came packed with a huge number of features and contributed to the opinion that Samsung, rather than Apple, is the main driver of innovation in the smartphone market today.
It also doesn’t hurt that Samsung sold an estimated 20 million Samsung Galaxy S4s within two months of it hitting shelves.
This is an article about the Samsung Galaxy S5. We’ll be rounding up all the latest news and rumours about the handset in the run up to its unveiling next year.
For other Samsung news, check out our Samsung News Hub.

Samsung Galaxy S5 release date

It looks as though our prediction could well be correct with the Samsung Galaxy S5 release date being set for April after a Samsung executive confirmed that the S5 would launch alongside the Galaxy Gear 2 at the same time it launched the S4 last year.
As for when you’ll be able to get your hands on it? If we were betting people, we’d say the last Friday of April – so Friday, April 25th.

Samsung Galaxy S5 specs

Relatively little is known about the Samsung Galaxy S5’s specs. However, one thing that we do know is that it will come with a 64-bit processor.
Speaking to Korea Times, Samsung’s co-CEO Shin Jong-Kyun has promised the company will match the processor found in Apple’s new iPhone 5s.
And recently Samsung confirmed that it is working on 64-bit processors for its 2014 handsets - although the company stopped short of actually announcing which handsets they were.
Stephen Woo, president of Systems SI at Samsung electronics told CNET that the company is taking a “two-step approach” to developing 64-bit chips.

According to Woo, the firm is planning on developing a 64-bit chip based on designs from ARM. Once it has mastered that technology, it will design its own chip. It is believed it will be the latter chip that ends up in both of Samsung’s 2014 flagships smartphones.
We are marching on schedule,” Woo said Wednesday. “We will offer the first 64-bit [processor] based on ARM’s own core. After that, we will offer an even more optimised 64-bit [processor] based on our own optimisations.”
One other snippet of information we have is that the Samsung Galaxy S5 will supposedly feature fast charging capabilities. According to sources speaking with PhoneArena, the next Galaxy will arrive with a new type of lithium ion battery that will hold 20 per cent more energy than the S4 and can be fully charged in just two hours.

Samsung Galaxy S5 looks

The Samsung Galaxy S5 will sport an entirely new design according to Samsung Mobile executive vice president Lee Young Hee. Speaking to Bloomberg she confirmed that the S5 would be a bold departure after consumer feedback suggested that people didn't really see the difference between the S3 and the S4.
This would certainly fit with the rumour that claimed Samsung is looking to move away from using polycarbonate back covers for its phones.
According to ET News, the company has sent engineers to Vietnam to investigate the feasibility of making smartphones with aluminium and magnesium backs.
The report claimed that some figures at the Korean manufacturer are concerned that the recent introduction of a plastic-backed ‘budget’ iPhone – the iPhone 5c – could make buyers think all plastic-backed smartphones are budget devices.
Perhaps we can find a clue in the recent Samsung Galaxy Note 3 - on that handset Samsung has replaced the traditional polycarbonate with a new faux-leather, stitched rear cover.

Friday, January 17, 2014

Best Panini Sandwich Recipes


Grilled Italian Sandwich Recipes


It goes like this: Take two slices of Italian bread. Stuff them with delicious goodies such as mozzarella, tomatoes, prosciutto, fresh basil, roasted red peppers, and whatever else makes you happy. Brush with extra Virgin olive oil, and press between the hot plates of a panini grill for the best Italian style sandwich outside of (or even in!) Italy.

There it is. The basic recipe for a great panini sandwich (sometimes called a grilled Italian sandwich). Switch out the cheese for another you like better, swap the meat with your favorite, add some sliced olives, or spinach, or anything you like - there are no hard and fast rules here.

While reading this page you will find one of my personal favorite recipes, a whole roundup of 'best of the web' recipe links, or follow your imagination to make the best panini sandwiches ever.

Don't miss the panini cookbook I've included to find 50 more delicious panini recipes. Enjoy!!!

Spinach, Mozzarella and Roasted Red Pepper Panini Recipe

My Personal Favorite!


No measurements have been given. Add all listed ingredients in quantities of your choice and according to your bread size.

Ingredients

Fresh or cooked Spinach
Grated or sliced mozzarella
Roasted red pepper strips
sliced black olives
Sprinkle of oregano, garlic powder and parsley
Salt and Pepper

Two slices of crusty bread
Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Directions

Arrange ingredients between slices of bread, brush with Olive oil, then grill until golden brown and melted.

Mmmm Mmmm Good!

You'll Want a Good Panini Grill


I like the DeLonghi CGH800-U Retro Panini Grill because of it's hinged top that adjusts to the size of even my most over-stuffed sandwiches.

And I think it's cool retro look is really cute.



Recipes From Epicurious.com

Lots of different flavors!


Click a link to find great recipes and full preparation guidelines. Happy exploring.
Nutella Panini
Find delicious chocolate recipes, like nutella panini, and other American recipes at Epicurious.com
Herbed Chicken and Arugala Panini
Find delicious leafy green recipes, like herbed chicken and arugula panini, and other American recipes at Epicurious.com
Prosciutto, Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Panini
Find delicious cheese recipes, like prosciutto, mozzarella, tomato, and basil panini, and other recipes at Epicurious.com

Keep These Ingredients On Hand


Stock your kitchen with good quality extra virgin olive oil, cheese, Italian style bread and all the other goodies you like in your grilled sandwiches.

Be prepared. You never know when a panini craving will hit.



Best of the Web


Enjoy these great recipes I've found while searching the web for the very best grilled panini sandwich links.
Grilled Sandwich Recipes - Panini Recipes - George Foreman Grill Dual Contact Grill Grilled Sandwiches
Hot grilled sandwiches are the perfect choice for last minute suppers, lunches, and feeding hungry kids after school. You can grill just about any bread and any filling, using waffle irons, dual contact grills, ordinary skillets, or panini makers.
French Dip Panini recipe - Every Day with Rachael Ray
This recipe is featured in the April issue of Every Day with Rachael Ray.
Recipes : Grilled Vegetable Panini : Food Network
Recipes from Food Network
Croissant Panini Recipe: Recipes: Food Network
Enjoy this Croissant Panini recipe from Everyday Italian
Grilled Eggplant Panini - Eating Well
Grilled Eggplant Panini

Grilled Caprese Insalada Recipe

Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Panini


One of my favorite things to eat is a Caprese salad which consists of slices of fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced tomatoes and a few fresh basil leaves drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and speckled with dried oregano, salt and pepper.

I also like eating my Caprese salad as a sandwich. Turn it in to a Caprese Panini! Although just putting the Caprese Insalada between crusty slices of Italian bread is good, trust me, grilling it into a panini is even better.

To do this simply combine the above listed ingredients between two slices of bread then brush the outside of your Caprese sandwich with a bit more olive oil and grill until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Again, I am not going to tell you that you need to use specific amounts of the ingredients. When it comes to making paninis I happen to agree with a fairly famous hamburger joint slogan in that you should always "Have it your way!"

If you happen to like more tomatoes and less cheese, go for it. If you want to leave out some of the spices, or add a few more of your own, just do it!
Photo Recipe

For Chicken Lovers


Chicken and Mozzarella Panini - Grilled Sandwich Recipe
This is a delicious grilled chicken panini recipe that fast and easy to make. You can add or substitute any of the ingredients to suit your needs.
Marinated Chicken Panini Recipe | Recipezaar
Marinated Chicken Panini Recipe | Recipezaar - Based on a recipe I found in "Classic Home Cooking". I usually skip the honey. Use whatever herbs you like. I usually use parsley, cilantro, and thyme. Recipezaar: Where the World's Recipes Are
Taste of Home Garden Chicken Panini Recipe
Find recipes for Garden Chicken Panini and other hot sandwich recipes. Get all the best recipes at Taste of Home. Recipe directions: Heat chicken tenders in the microwave according to package directions. Butter one side of each slice of bread. Place four slices, buttered side down, on a griddle or p



Having a Party? Panini make great appetizers!


Paninis make some of the best hot party appetizers around and they are so easy to create. Simply make your favorite panini sandwiches and cut them into bite sized pieces. They can be cut into square or triangular shapes. Arrange your panini tidbits on a platter and serve!

An average sized panini sandwich should yield approximately 8 appetizers. Although I wouldn't recommend serving these for a large party, there is simply nothing better than panini appetizers at a small gathering or an impromptu get together.

Tip: When making appetizers from paninis I suggest that you NOT overstuff the sandwiches. Overstuffed panini sandwiches aren't easy to cut and can get messy.