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What would it take to knock of a certified hit, at least amongst its core target market? It would take classy styling, seamless integration of features, and yes, applications that can make the phone much more than what it is.

First, without a doubt, the Omnia is a looker. In the realm of sexy gadgets, the Omnia is definitely up there. The form factor is nice. It feels good in your hand; it’s neither too big nor too small. There are a few more buttons than its Apple counterpart but then that’s what you would expect from a mobile phone.

Second, we go to memory capacity. There is 8 GB and the 16 GB, and even additional memory via a non hot-swappable micro SD card beside the battery.

Feature-wise, the Omnia is truly threatening. It packs Windows Mobile 6.1 Pro OS, 3G and HSDPA speeds, Wi-Fi, GPS receiver with A-GPS, 5-megapixel camera with video recording, zoom, auto-focus, smile detection, and geo-tagging, FM Radio, Optical joystick with virtual mouse functionality, built in accelerometer, TV-out, DivX support, and a headset with a 3.5 mm audio jack.

Well, don’t forget, this is a touch screen phone, so there’s no physical keypad. But interestingly, Samsung has given the Omnia numerous input options, the most interesting and ones would be the QWERTY and the phone keypad. The full keyboard however is a bit tough to use with just your fingers. A stylus comes with the unit, but there’s no built-in slot – you’ll have to tie it to the side of phone. The keypad mode seems easier to adapt to… a virtual keypad similar to what you find in any candy bar phone.

There is also some sort of a skin over the usual “desktop” of the Windows Mobile where you can drag and drop “widgets” from the sidebar to launch applications.

Surfing on the Omnia is ok, but it does not blow you away, even when you’re on Wi-Fi. A plus is that it does use the whole 3.2″ screen and comes loaded with pocket explorer and Opera mobile.

Mobile Office comes built in with a full version that lets you create, view, and edit office documents that you can also email as attachments.

In the middle of 2 buttons that function as the Menu/Call/End Call buttons is an optical joystick that is about the size of an M&M and works like a laptop track pad.

The camera looks great, the 5mp looks smooth on screen and auto focus with the zoom is quick to respond. And oh yes, you can shoot in the dark cause it has a real flash.

All in all the Omnia is one great solid device. If you are a loyal fan of the Windows Mobile platform and you do not demand a tactile feel of real keyboard, you will quickly learn to love the touch screen interface of the Omnia.

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Outboard engines fall into two main categories; 2 stroke and 4 stroke outboards. Both types have their advantages and disadvantages and the type you pick will depend on the intended use. This guide will help you choose which outboard engine is best for your type of boat.

2 Stroke Outboards

2 stroke engines are lighter and faster so when speed and acceleration are required, this would be the engine of choice. 2 strokes are also generally cheaper and keep their value better when it comes to resale. As 2 stroke engines have been around for almost 80 years, parts are readily available, making repairs easy. Also, the design on these engines is less complex than a 4 stroke, meaning problems are less likely to arise.

There are some disadvantages to the 2 stroke engine. 2 stroke engines are more pollutive than 4 stroke engines so they are not so kind on the environment. Their engines are lubricated by the oil that is mixed into the gasoline, meaning the exhaust is smoky and contains unburned oil, which in turn pollutes the water.

With new regulations, outboard manufacturers are looking to find new ways of producing the same power with less pollution.

Some 2 stroke outboard engine manufacturers include Mercury, Nissan, Yamaha and Evinrude.

4 Stroke Outboards

4 stroke engines are quieter, smoother and more economical. Heavier with slower acceleration, they are normally chosen for lakes and rivers. With less pollution and smoke they are also kinder to the environment. If you’re after a quieter, smoother ride, then the 4 stroke outboard is the better choice.

4 stroke outboards are more complicated with more parts so they often require repairs more often. When a repair is required it is usually more expensive and parts are limited.

4 stroke outboards are generally heavier than 2 stroke outboards, so if you own a smaller boat it may not be able to hold the weight of a 4 stroke engine.

Because 4 stroke engines are newer, they are continually being improved to make purchase and repair easier.

Some 4 stroke outboard engine manufacturers include Yamaha, Tohatsu, Suzuki, Nissan, Mercury, Honda and Johnson.

Environmentally Friendly Outboards

If you’re looking for a new outboard, it’s worthwhile considering one of the newer, environmentally friendly models. As well as producing lower emissions, there are a number of other advantages such as better fuel economy, quieter running and reduced operating costs.

The Mechanical Differences Between 2 and 4 Stroke Outboards

The terms “2 stroke” and “4 stroke” refer to the number of times the piston moves during one firing cycle of the engine. In the 4 stroke engine, the four movements, or strokes, are:

Intake stroke: With the intake valve open, the piston moves down allowing a mixture of air and fuel to enter the combustion chamber.

Compression stroke: The piston moves up the cylinder with the valves closed, so that the air-fuel mixture is compressed.

Combustion stroke: With the valves still closed, the fuel is ignited by the spark plug. The explosion pushes the piston down again.

Exhaust stroke: The exhaust valve opens and the piston moves up to push the exhaust gasses out of the chamber so the process can be repeated.

In a 2 stroke engine, there are only two movements of the piston for each combustion; one up and one down:

Combustion stroke: Combustion of fuel drives the piston downwards. As the piston moves down, it exposes an exhaust vent and fuel inlet in the wall of the cylinder allowing exhaust gasses out, and new air and fuel to be sucked in.

Compression stroke: As the piston moves back up, it blocks off the exhaust vent and fuel inlet and thus compresses the air/fuel mixture. The spark plug ignites the air and fuel causing the piston to move down again.

The fuel inlet and the exhaust vent in the wall of the cylinder eliminate the need for valves and the mechanism for opening and closing them which is why 2 stroke engines are much simpler in design.

For those who have just purchased their first motorcycle, or who have only recently decided to wear a helmet, it can seem as if there are thousands of different kinds of motorcycle helmets. There are different types of helmets, so once you have settled on the style to pick, then there are colors, designs, features. What should you get?

This is a guide to the different kinds of open face motorcycle helmets. What type you should get is a personal decision, but factors that are likely to come up include price, safety concerns, and your personal style. The first helmet you get may not be the one you end up with either. Peoples taste and desires change over time and this may happen several times before you finally figure out what type of helmet is perfect for you.

If you’re looking for a classic helmet, then you may like the beanie, or pudding hat helmet style. These are recognizable from the first and second world war. They offer limited protection, and look pretty cool. This helmet seems to be worn mainly by chopper riders who want the absolute most freedom available while they ride.

But they do only offer minimal protection, and even then, only to the top of your head. They also do not block any wind or rain from your face, which leaves you open to being stuck. Adding a pair of goggles or riding glasses to this combo can greatly increase the comfort factor by protecting your eyes while riding.

If you like the look of the beanie, but would like more protection, you may like the half helmet. It covers part of your ears and the side of your head, as well as the top. It is also designed with peripheral vision in mind.

This kind of motorcycle helmet does have similar disadvantages to the beanie. It does not offer adequate noise protection, and also does not protect your face while you’re riding, or in the case of a fall or crash.

The helmet choice to go from an open face helmet to a full face helmet is a big one. They are two very different types of helmet and provide two very different riding experiences. The open face helmet does provide more access to nature and to the riding experience where the full face helmet provides a much higher level of safety.

If you’re most interested in safety, your kind of motorcycle helmet is definitely a full face helmet. This will protect your entire head, face, and chin, as well as covering your ears. It also keeps weather and other objects out of your face.

There are some drawbacks to this model of helmet. Covered ears can make it difficult for you to hear. You must also completely remove your helmet if you would like to take a picture, drink or eat.

When you finally make the ultimate decision and order your helmet, remember you are not locked in to this helmet for life. You can always decide to change your helmet style down the road and eventually will might even have two helmets. One for piddling around town and then another for longer road trips.

Many riders also have a helmet for Summer that is an open face so they can enjoy the weather but then have a full face for Winter, so when it is cold they don’t experience the elements too much.