Obviously alot of different technology has been used throughout the course of constructing my product. It was vital in many ways, firstly for research methods but also, for the actual construction proving how important technology can really be.
Apple Mac & Acer
Firstly, the computers I used. At school, we obviously have the oppotunity to use Mac computers, this was my first real experience on these so it was a challenge to begin with, however the quality of the software was far better to use for media purposes and I enjoyed learning and working out the different things the Macs had to offer. I enjoyed working on better software and worked out how to use the Mac software quickly. The Mac allowed me to use iphoto which was good for editing my photos on due to the different affects avaliable. I also found pages was far easier to use with publisher with it being overall more reliable and easier to work with offering better help and guidance.
However, when I was at home, Mac software was obviously not avaliable to me, so I struggled to complete my work due to the difference in the software and how they were incompatiable with each other. I used my Acer Laptop which was helpful in different ways. For example, I was used to working with this laptop so could research easily and effectively as I understood the software which saved time and effort. It also allowed me to manage my time well because I knew that if I did the production work at school on the mac, I could research at home on my own laptop. I have learnt that the Mac technology is really good to use in the media world due to specialised software specifically for the music and magazine world of work.
Internet Explorer & Safari
The internet was a main part in constructing my product. Before I even started producing my piece, I had to do the research to enable me to gain the best possible end results. Google was the main search engie I used as I have gained the best results from it in the past and it's easy to gain results I needed, quick and efficient. A vital website I needed was obviously blogger. I used this to blog my progress to show how far I've come since the beginning, when I didn't have much of an understanding. It ensured I have a record of research and all the planning and preparation I've done.
Lastly, having the oppotuinity to used 'tabs' on the internet made researching and planning so much easier. This allowed me to just have one window up, rather than flicking between several and quickly go from one to the other easily.
Picnik & iPhoto
I had used iPhoto previously on the Macs when completing media at GCSE so I had some background knowledge. It's easy to upload pictures fast and simple to edit if you want to make minor adjustments such as put the photo in black and white or adjust the brightness or colour contrast.
However, this is where Picnik was useful in the final production. Although I'd breifly edited, I wanted to edit futher in depth, for example, airbrush my model and give her more of a glow, to just make her look more of someone you'd see in the music genre. This meant I could get the exact result I wanted, effectively. It also allowed me to edit finer, for example, blur one aspect of the picture while keeping the other aspect normal. I experiemented with this on my draft but didn't end up using it due to what I wanted to create but it was interesting to see how far you can edit pictures. For example, on my draft I also had the majority of the picture in black and white and just the key element in colour making it look effective while adding colour. I had never used picnik before the production so it was good and easy to use allowing me to achieve the results I wanted too.Samsung L100
When taking the majority of my photos, I used my digital camera. Although it isn't the best quality of camera, with editing techniques I still managed to produce good results with it. I was lucky with the day I chose to take photos, as it was sunny, creating the feel that I really wanted too. By having my own digital camera I wasn't relying on anyone for cameras and was able to edit my pictures at home if I needed too.
Iphone
As a smartphone, Iphones are one of the most dominant phones in the world at the moment with the qualities they have. They proved this when I was creating my magazine. Due to the camera and video applications on the phone I was able to use my phone when I didn't have my camera avaiable and they produced good images. For example, when I went to the gigs that I took the images that are shown on my double page spread, my camera ran out of battery, but luckily I had my phone. By using apps avalible such as Instagram, a photo editing app I was also able to edit them quickly and simply on my phone to transfer straight onto my work. By also having regular internet access I was able to research on the move and if I needed too, update my blog.Overall...
I have come to the conclusion that technology has been a vital part in my production. I have learned a lot of new skills and techniques as well as using alien technology to me. During the production I have gained more confidence in using unknown software which can only help me in the future in future productions. For example, I am now comfortable in using the Mac's and Microsoft which means I will adequately be able to produce work from both of them. It's evident why some technology dominates in modern society due to the ease and effectiveness of it. I was able to see why everyone is able to use aspects of the technology, not just people that are advanced in this case.
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